Pro Boat PRB3311 User Manual

Programming Module for

Pro Boat Brushless ESC

(PRB3309)

Introduction

The Pro Boat Programming Module
allows quick programming for the Pro
Boat Brushless electronic speed control
(PRB3309). It allows you to personalize
settings for battery type (Li-Po or Ni-MH),
High or Low voltage cutoff, cutoff type,
brake, timing and throttle curve. Just set
the switches on the programming module
to your preferences, connect it to the
receiver and you are ready to run.

Features

Battery Type

The ESC can be programmed for use with
either Ni-MH and Ni-Cd or Li-Po and Li-ion
batteries. This setting changes the cut-off
voltage so that the ESC will not unsafely
discharge the batteries too low.

For Ni-MH use, Pro Boat recommends
2-PRB3313 7.2V 3600mAh Battery w/
Deans or 2-PRB3314 7.2V 4200mAh
Battery w/ Deans.

For Li-Po use, Pro Boat recommends
2-THP33002SX 7.4V 3300mAh 2S.
These batteries do not come with
connectors. You must solder WSD1303
Dean’s female connectors to the battery
wires prior to use.

Caution: Never use Li-Po

batteries unless the ESC has
been programmed to accept them
or permanent damage to the
batteries may occur.

Cutoff Voltage

In High Cutoff mode, the cutoff voltage
is automatically set to .9 volts per cell.
Li-Po will cut off at 3.0 volts per cell.

In Low Cutoff mode, the cutoff voltage
is automatically set to .7 volts per cell.
Li-Po will cut off at 2.7 volts per cell.

The High Cutoff mode allows ample power
in reserve for return to shore but may limit
runtimes.

The Low Cutoff mode allows longer
runtimes but leaves less battery power in
reserve after cut off for returning the boat
to shore.

Cutoff Type

In the Idle mode, the ESC will stop
delivering power to the motor, indicating
that the cutoff voltage has been reached.

In the Slow Down mode, the ESC will drop
to 50% power at full throttle.

To reset, return the throttle to neutral.

Brake

The braking effect can be turned on or off
to allow the boat to stop immediately when
throttle is returned to idle, or coast to a
stop if the brake is turned off.

Timing

The Low Timing mode allows the longest
runtime and is suggested for 2, 4, and 6
pole inrunner motors.

You may use the High Timing mode for 6 or
more pole inrunner motors and outrunner
motors ONLY, and if temperatures of the
electronic components do not exceed
130 degrees F in the Low Timing mode.

Runtimes will signicantly be reduced in

the High Timing mode.

Throttle Curve

When set to the Linear mode, the throttle
is at 60% power when the throttle control
is halfway through its travel and allows
100% power at full throttle.

When set to Logarithm mode, the ESC
delivers 45% power at half throttle and
80% power at full throttle. The Logarithm

mode is suggested for rst-time boaters.

Setup

Turn the on/off switch to the Off position.

Connect 2 fully charged batteries to
the ESC.

Connect the ESC servo lead to the ESC
plug on the Programming module with
respect to polarity.

Set all switches in the positions
you require.

Turn on the on/off switch. The ESC will
beep, indicating that the new programming
has been accepted. (The ESC will not
accept a new program (beep again)
unless you turn off the ESC power switch,
disconnect one of the batteries for 5
seconds and change the settings of the
programming card.)

Reconnect the throttle servo lead to the
receiver.

NOTE: If you are not using the

ESC to power the receiver (BEC),
you must connect an external
battery (4.8V–6.0V) to the
External Power Source plug.

Warranty Information

Warranty Period

Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties
that the Products purchased (the
“Product”) will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship at the date of
purchase by the Purchaser.

Limited Warranty

(a) This warranty is limited to the original
Purchaser (“Purchaser”) and is not
transferable. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS
PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER.
This warranty covers only those Products
purchased from an authorized Horizon
dealer. Third party transactions are not
covered by this warranty. Proof of purchase
is required for warranty claims. Further,
Horizon reserves the right to change or
modify this warranty without notice and
disclaims all other warranties, express or
implied.

(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON­INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OF THE PRODUCT. THE PURCHASER
ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL
SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF
THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

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will, at its option, (i) repair or

(ii) replace, any Product determined by
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decisions are at the sole discretion of
Horizon. This warranty does not cover
cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of
God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence,

commercial use, or modication of or to

any part of the Product. This warranty
does not cover damage due to improper
installation, operation, maintenance, or
attempted repair by anyone other than
Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser
must be approved in writing by Horizon
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Damage Limits

HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR
PRODUCTION
OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY
CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCT,
WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN
CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR
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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, nal assembly,
modication 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 this Product, you are
advised to return this Product immediately
in new and unused condition to the place
of purchase.

Law: These Terms are governed by Illinois

law (without regard to conict of law

principals).

Safety Precautions

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.

The Product 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
injury.

Questions, Assistance, and Repairs

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purchase cannot provide warranty support
or repair. Once assembly, setup or use of
the Product has been started, you must
contact 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
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Inspection or Repairs

If this Product needs to be inspected
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parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for
merchandise until it arrives and is accepted
at our facility. A Service Repair Request is
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If you do not have internet access, please
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the included items, method of payment
for any non-warranty expenses and a brief
summary of the problem. Your original
sales receipt must also be included for
warranty consideration. Be sure your
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clearly written on the outside of the
shipping carton.

Warranty Inspection and Repairs

To receive warranty service, you must
include your original sales receipt verifying
the proof-of-purchase date. Provided
warranty conditions have been met, your
Product will be repaired or replaced free of
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Repair or replacement decisions are at the
sole discretion of Horizon Hobby.

Non-Warranty Repairs

Should your repair not be covered by
warranty the repair will be completed
and payment will be required without

notication or estimate of the expense

unless the expense exceeds 50% of
the retail purchase cost. By submitting
the item for repair you are agreeing to

payment of the repair without notication.

Repair estimates are available upon
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will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor.
In addition you will be billed for return
freight. Please advise us of your preferred
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be disposed of accordingly.

Please note: non-warranty repair is only
available on electronics and model engines.

Electronics and engines requiring
inspection or repair should be shipped to
the following address:

Horizon Service Center

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822

All other Products requiring warranty
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the following address:

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Please call 877-504-0233 with any
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