Horizon Hobby RVOS010001 User Manual

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Replacement Transmitter Instruction Manual RVOS10001

NOTICE

All i.nstructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby,
LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product

Meaning of Special Language

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when
operating this product:

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.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a
possibility of serious injury.

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no
possibility of injury.

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. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.
Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon
Hobby, LLC. 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.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

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.

• When handling and/or transporting your boat, always
pick up the boat from the sides, keeping all moving parts
pointed away from you.

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around
your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is
controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from
many sources outside your control. Interference can
cause momentary loss of control.

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from

Battery Installation

This transmitter requires 4 AA batteries.

1. Remove the battery cover from the transmitter.

2. Install 4 AA batteries as shown.

3. Install the battery cover.

CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge

only rechargeable batteries. Charging non­rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst,
resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced

by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to national regulations.

full-size vehicles, traffic and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings
for this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything
electrical out of the reach of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not
specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Moisture causes damage to unprotected electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it
could cause serious injury or even death.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

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Functions

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DUAL FUNCTION SWITCH

Adjust the servo angle by
turning the switch up or down.
Turn the switch up for a larger
servo angle and down for a
smaller servo angle.

REVERSE SWITCHES

Allows you to change the
direction of steering (ST. REV)
and throttle (TH. REV) controls.

POWER SWITCH

Power on or off the
transmitter.

BATTERY LED INDICATOR

Solid Red: Battery
voltage is good (above

4.3V).
Flashing Red: Battery

voltage is critically low
(below 4.3V). Replace
batteries.

STEERING TRIM

Allows you to adjust the steering trim
to ensure the boat tracks straight.

STEERING WHEEL

Controls
steering.
Right and
Left steering
with ST.
REV Switch
on N (see
ST. REV
switch).

THROTTLE TRIGGER

Stop

Forward
(when TH. REV switch on N).

Controls power to motor for forward
oper (see TH. REV switch).

Binding

Binding is the process of programming the receiver to
recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a
single specific transmitter, the receiver will only respond
to that specific transmitter. The included transmitter and
receiver are bound at the factory. If you need to rebind,
follow the instructions below.

1. Ensure the transmitter and boat are both powered OFF.

2. Connect the battery connector to the ESC connector
and power ON the transmitter within 5 seconds.

3. The receiver LED will flash for 3-8 seconds to bind
automatically.

4. After the receiver LED stops flashing, the binding
process is done.

NOTICE: Do not attempt to bind the transmitter and
receiver if there are other compatible transmitters in bind
mode within 400 feet. Doing so may result in unexpected
binding.

Specications

Frequency: 2.4 GHz

If you encounter problems, obey binding instructions and
refer to the troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If
needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support
office.

Failsafe

In the unlikely event that the radio connection is lost
during use, the receiver will drive the servos to their pre­programmed failsafe positions as set during Binding.

If the receiver is powered on before powering on the
transmitter, the receiver will enter this failsafe mode. When
the transmitter is powered on, normal control is resumed.

IMPORTANT: Failsafe activates only in the event that the
signal is lost from the transmitter. Failsafe will NOT activate
in the event that receiver battery power decreases below
the recommended minimums or power to the receiver is
lost.

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Limited Warranty

What this Warranty Covers

Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original
purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will
be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the
date of purchase.

What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover
(i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God,
accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial
use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or
maintenance, (iii) modification of or to any part of the
Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than
a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product
not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or
(vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical
regulations or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws,
rules, or regulations.

OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION,
AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT,
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT
THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT
WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

Purchaser’s Remedy

Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and
exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option,
either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined
by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right
to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty
claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole
discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for
all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS
PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Limitation of Liability

HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF
PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY
WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED
IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT
LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN
IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability
of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product
on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control
over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse,
no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any
resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or
assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you
as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the
liability associated with the use of the Product, purchaser
is advised to return the Product immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.

Law

These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard

to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right
to change or modify this warranty at any time without
notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services

Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot
provide warranty support or service. Once assembly,
setup or use of the Product has been started, you must
contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This
will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and
service you in the event that you may need any assistance.
For questions or assistance, please visit our website
at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support
Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number referenced
in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section
to speak with a Product Support representative.

Inspection or Services

If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is
compliant in the country you live and use the Product in,
please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission
process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack
the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please
note that original boxes may be included, but are not
designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without
additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides
tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as
Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives
and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request
is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/
service-center_render-service-center. If you do not have
internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support
to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for
submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon,
you will be asked to provide your complete name, street
address, email address and phone number where you can
be reached during business hours. When sending product
into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of
the included items, and a brief summary of the problem.
A copy of your original sales receipt must be included
for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address,
and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the
shipping carton.

NOTICE: Do not ship Li-Ion batteries to Horizon. If you
have any issue with a Li-Ion battery, please contact
the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.

Warranty Requirements

For Warranty consideration, you must include your
original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase
date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your
Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge.
Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion
of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Service

Should your service not be covered by warranty, service
will be completed and payment will be required without
notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense

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