Electrix RC Boost ECX3000, Boost ECX3000AU, Boost ECX3100, ECX3100A, Boost ECX3100AU Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUALE
1/10 ELECTRIC BUGGY
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Electrix
RC
TM
Boost
TM
Buggy. This 1/10-scale model
introduces you to the sport of RC driving.
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Kauf des Electrix
RC
TM
CircuitTM Stadium Truck. Dieses 1/10 Scale
Model öffnet Ihnen die Welt des RC Car Sports.
Nous vous félicitons pour l’achat du Electrix RC
TM
Circuit
TM
Stadium Truck. Ce modèle 1/10 vous
introduit au sport de la conduite RC.
Congratulazioni per l’acquisto di questo RC Circuit
Stadium Truck Electrix. Questa vettura in scala
1/10 vi introdurrà nel mondo dei modelli RC.
ECX3000 | ECX3000AU | ECX3100 | ECX3100AU
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NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc.
For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating
in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in
damage to the product or the property of others.
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference
from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause
momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe
distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help
avoid collisions or injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years.
This is not a toy.
Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.•
Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, •
traffic or people.
Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas •
for any reason.
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any •
optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc.) you use.
Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out •
of the reach of children.
Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure •
to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for
this purpose.
Never lick or place any portion of your model in •
your mouth as it could cause serious injury.
First-time builders should seek advice from people with •
building experience to operate the model correctly and
meet its performance potential.
Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.•
Take care when building, as some parts may have sharp edges.•
Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment •
on the model such as the motor, electronic speed control and
battery, because they generate high temperatures. You may
burn yourself seriously touching them.
Do not put fingers or any objects inside rotating and moving •
parts, as this may cause damage or serious injury.
Be sure that your operating frequency is clear before turning •
on or running your model, and never share the same frequency
with somebody else at the same time.
Ensure that others are aware of the operating frequency •
you are using and when you are using it.
Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the •
receiver in the car. Always turn off the receiver before
turning your transmitter off.
Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when •
checking the operation of the radio equipment.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating.
Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other
property. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon
Hobby, Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions
and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Meaning of Special Language:
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of
serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury
OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
Safety Precautions and Warnings ................................................2
Specifications ................................................................................3
Components ..................................................................................3
Vehicle Preparations
Installing Antenna Tube and Body ................................................3
Installing Transmitter Battery ......................................................4
Installing Transmitter Antenna .....................................................4
Charging the Batteries ..................................................................4
Installing Vehicle Battery ..............................................................5
Operation
Transmitter controls ......................................................................6
Getting Started..............................................................................7
When you are Finished .................................................................7
Setting the Gear Mesh..................................................................8
Electronic Speed Control (ESC) .....................................................8
Electrical Layout ............................................................................8
Maintenance .................................................................................9
Shock Cleaning..............................................................................9
Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................................9
Warranty and Repair Policy .........................................................10
Contact Information .....................................................................11
FCC and Compliance Information for the European Union ..........11
Fasteners ......................................................................................42
Parts Diagram...............................................................................43
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Transmitter
Frequency 27MHz
Modulation Pulse Proportional Modulation (PPM)
Battery AA x 8
Current Consumption 200mAh
Size 17 x 23.5 x 7.5mm
Weight 382 g
Servo
Power Supply 4.8V~6V (shared with receiver)
Output Torque 41.66 oz (3 kg-cm)
Operating Speed 0.23sec/60 degrees of travel
Size 40.5 x 20 x 36.8mm
Receiver
Frequency 27MHz
Intermediate Frequency 445kHz
Current Consumption 18mAh
Weight 15 g
Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
Input Voltage 7.2–8.4V
Electric Capacity (FET) Forward 80 A/240 A
Electric Capacity (FET) Reverse 60 A/160 A
PWM Frequency 1kHz
BEC Voltage 5 V/1 A
Size 27 x 35 x 17.3mm
Weight 34 g - 36 g
1. Electrix RCTM BoostTM 1/10 Buggy
2. Transmitter
3. Antenna Tube (ECX1087)
Included Items
4. AA (8)
5. ECX3013 Battery Charger
Note: Charger power outlet
terminals not shown.
6. 7.2V NiMH battery (DYN1050)
7. Alternate Crystal Set (not shown)
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SPECIFICATIONS
COMPONENTS
VEHICLE PREPARATIONS
INSTALLING ANTENNA TUBE AND BODY
1. Remove the Body Clips (ECX1048).
2. Remove the body.
3. Put the receiver antenna in the antenna tube (ECX1087).
4. Put the antenna tube in the chassis with loose antenna
wire extended above the tube.
5. Put the cap on the antenna tube.
6. Put the body and body clips back on the vehicle.
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INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES
1. Slide panel open on bottom of transmitter.
2. Obey battery plus (+) and minus (-) diagram
in transmitter to install 8 AA batteries.
3. Slide panel closed on transmitter.
CAUTION: ALWAYS use fully charged batteries in
the transmitter. Low battery power can result in loss
of control of the RC vehicle.
NEVER install damaged batteries, batteries of mixed
types or batteries of different ages in the transmitter.
Remove exhausted batteries.
NEVER store transmitter with batteries installed.
Note: Alkaline AA size batteries are recommended.
Note: Optional AA NiMH battery charger DYN1970 is available.
Use only batteries approved for use with that charger. DYN1970
2300mAh Tx NiMH Conversion Kit: FUT, ECX.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
A. Attach battery connector to the charger correctly.
B. 7.2V NiMH battery
C. Compatible Battery Charger
Note: Charger power outlet terminals not shown
BATTERY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Read all safety precautions and literature prior to use of this product.•
Never allow minors to charge battery packs.•
Never attempt to charge dead or damaged batteries.•
Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted.•
Never allow batteries or charger to come into contact with moisture at any •
time. Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended
between 50–80 degrees Fahrenheit or 10–27 degrees Celsius) or place
in direct sunlight.
Never leave charging batteries unattended.•
Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.•
Never charge damaged batteries.•
Always charge batteries away from flammable materials.•
Always use only NiMH rechargeable batteries. This charger cannot charge •
batteries such as “heavy duty,” “alkaline battery,” or “mercury battery.”
Always connect the positive red lead (+) and negative black lead (-) •
terminals of the battery to the charger terminals correctly.
Always disconnect the battery and charger after charging, and let them •
cool between charges.
Always inspect the battery before charging.•
Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the •
product malfunctions.
Always make sure you know the specifications of the battery to be •
charged or discharged to ensure it meets the requirements of this charger.
Never connect more than one battery pack to this charger at a time.•
Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack •
while charging.
Always end the charging process if the charger or battery becomes hot •
to the touch or starts to change form during the charge process.
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2-1/4 in
(57mm)
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INSTALLING TRANSMITTER
ANTENNA
1. Put antenna in hole in top of the transmitter.
2. The collapsed antenna will be 2-1/4 inches
long when fully inserted.
3. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is tight.
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A
B
C
Note: The vehicle battery charger produces 500
milliAmps per hour. Divide the mAh capacity on the
label of a battery by 500 to know how long battery
charging will require. For example, an 1800mAh
battery requires 3.5 hours to charge.
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OPERATION
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
AND GUIDELINES
ALWAYS turn on your transmitter before you turn on the •
receiver in the car. Always turn off the receiver before
turning your transmitter off.
ALWAYS operate vehicle in a wide open area. Operating •
the vehicle in a small space or indoors can cause overheating
at low speeds. Operating at low speed makes heat in the
electronic speed control (ESC). Overheating can damage
the vehicle and failure may result.
ALWAYS keep parts dry.•
ALWAYS keep moving parts clean.•
ALWAYS use a clear radio frequency•
ALWAYS keep vehicle in sight and under control.•
NEVER touch moving parts.•
NEVER operate vehicle with damaged wiring.•
NEVER touch hot parts.•
INSTALLING VEHICLE BATTERY
1. Turn the thumb nuts to remove the battery strap.
2. Install the battery.
3. Install the battery strap.
4. Turn the thumb nuts to secure the battery strap.
5. Connect the battery.
Seat motor brushes by driving smoothly on a flat surface, •
using the supplied Dynamite 1800mAh battery, during
use of the first battery charge.
Prevent overheat conditions to extend motor life. •
Excessive motor wear results from:
Frequent turns
Stops and starts
Pushing objects
Driving in deep sand or tall grass
Driving continuously uphill
Over-temperature protection is installed on the ESC •
to prevent circuit damage, but cannot protect the
motor from driving against heavy resistance.
MOTOR CARE
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POWER SWITCH
REVERSE SWITCH
THROTTLE TRIM
STEERING TRIM
ANTENNA
Pull antenna out to its
full length
(ECX1067 Antenna Only)
Adjusts the neutral point of
the electronic speed control
Adjust to make the vehicle
drive straight with no input
at the steering wheel
Control steering. Right and
Left steering with ST. REV
Switch on N (See ST. REV
switch)
Allows you to change the direction
of steering (ST. REV) and throttle
(TH. REV) controls. (Default
settings are “N”)
Power on
or off the
transmitter
BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR
Note: Red light will flash with an
audible signal (beep) when batteries
are low
Good battery power
Low battery power
ST. D/R
Adjusts the amount the front wheels
move when turned left or right
(Steering Dual Rate)
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS
AM 27MHZ TRANSMITTER CRYSTAL
AM Transmitter Crystal
(Tx)
AM Receiver Crystal
(Rx)
NOTICE: Paired AM crystals
must be replaced to change control
frequencies. Do NOT use FM Crystals.
Part # Description
ECX1081 Crystal Set 1 26.995
ECX1082 Crystal Set 2 27.045
ECX1083 Crystal Set 3 27.095
ECX1084 Crystal Set 4 27.145
ECX1085 Crystal Set 5 27.195
ECX1086 Crystal Set 6 27.255
AM Tx
AM Rx
STEERING WHEEL
CHARGER PORT
Charge only rechargeable
batteries. Non-recharge-
able batteries may burst
causing injury to persons
and/or damage to property
.
Note: The center pin on the charge jack is positive
.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
Controls power to motor for
forward or reverse
Stop
Reverse
Forward
Note: Alkaline AA size
batteries are recommended.
Note: Optional AA NiMH
battery charger DYN1970 is
available. Use only batteries approved for use with that charger;
DYN1970 2300mAh Tx NiMH
Conversion Kit: FUT, ECX
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