RED CAT Blackout XBE User manual

WARNING!
AGE WARNING!
This radio controlled (RC) vehicle is not a toy! You must be 14 years of age or older to operate this vehicle.
Adult supervision is required.
RISK OF RUNAWAY VEHICLE OR INJURY!
Never turn on the vehicle or plug in the battery pack without first having the controller turned on.
RISK OF FIRE! / RISK OF EXPLOSION!
There is a risk of fire and explosion when dealing with batteries. Rechargeable batteries may become hot and There is a risk of fire and explosion when dealing with batteries. Rechargeable batteries may become hot and
catch fire if left unattended or charged too quickly. Use extra caution when charging LiPO batteries. Use only
LiPO specific chargers. Use a LiPO safe charging pouch when charging LiPOs. Charge away from flammable
materials. Never charge at a rate higher than 1C. {2000Mah pack= 2amps charge rate). Overcharging can lead
to fire and explosion. Always store battery packs in a cool dry place.
RISK OF BURNS!
The batteries, electronic speed controller (ESC), electric motor, and other areas of the vehicle can get hot.
The batteries, electronic speed controller (ESC), electric motor, and other areas of the vehicle can get hot.
Burns can occur if touched after vehicle operation. Allow adequate time to cool before handling.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
Use caution when charging batteries. Do not touch positive and negative leads together. Do not lay battery on
metal. Use only chargers specified for the battery type being charged. Keep batteries and chargers away from
water.
RISK OF INJURY!
Hobby grade RC vehicles can cause serious injury or death if not operated correctly. Never use vehicle in
Hobby grade RC vehicles can cause serious injury or death if not operated correctly. Never use vehicle in
crowds. Never chase people or animals. Drive in safe open areas only. Keep body parts away from moving
parts.
RISK OF DAMAGE!
Never operate RC vehicles on public roads. Damage of vehicle and property can occur. Only operate on open
Never operate RC vehicles on public roads. Damage of vehicle and property can occur. Only operate on open
private property. Never charge the battery pack while it is still plugged into the RC vehicle. Always unplug the
battery pack from the electronic speed controller (ESC) and remove the battery from the RC vehicle before
charging. Failure to do so will result in damage to the vehicle’s electronics.
WARNING!
Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, lithium, standard (carbon zinc), or rechargeable (nickel
cadmium) batteries. Do not change or charge batteries in a hazardous location.
FCC Compliance Statement!
FCC Compliance Statement! The radio included with your vehicle complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operations. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
operations. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING:
WARNING: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
WARNING: While operating the Radio, a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters must be maintained
between the radiating antenna and the body of the user or nearby persons in order to meet the FCC RF
exposure guidelines.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH VEHICLE BEFORE OPERATING
Electric

Insert the BIND PLUG into the receiver BIND
port.
Make sure your ESC is plugged into CH2,
and insert the bind plug into BIND/VCC.
Now, power the vehicle on and the receiver
light should begin to blink red.
Press the BIND button in the center of the Press the BIND button in the center of the
transmitter’s Control Panel and turn on radio.
Release the bind button when you see the
Release the bind button when you see the
green light on the radio flashing. At this
point, your receiver's LED light should pause
for approximately 1 second and then blink
slowly. Turn off the power to your vehicle, as
well as the radio.
Remove the BIND PLUG from the receiver. Remove the BIND PLUG from the receiver.
Make sure the servos and ESC are attached
as described above.
First turn your radio on, then your vehicle as
normal. Your radio and receiver should be
bound together and communicating with
each other.
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2.
3.
4.
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6.
CONTROL PANEL
BIND PLUG
BIND/VCC
CH3
ESC
STEERING
RECEIVER
FAILSAFE
TRANSMITTER
ANTENNA
STEERING
WHEEL
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
RADIO GUIDE
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