Radio Shack Super Street Acura RSX, 60-4342 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

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Antenna Tube — The supplied plastic
antenna tube holds up the antenna wire
for the best reception and range. Route
the antenna wire’s loose end through
the tube. Then insert the tube securely
into the car’s tube holder.

Throttle Trigger — Drive
the car using the throttle
trigger to move forward
and backward. Pull all the
way to the left for
maximum forward speed.
Push to the right to move
backward. Release to stop.

Steering Wheel — Use the steering
control wheel to turn left and right.
The farther you steer the steering
wheel, the tighter the car turns.
Release it to make the car go straight.

Antenna — Extend the antenna to its
full length before driving the car. For
maximum range, hold the transmitter
with the antenna as high as possible
and point it straight up. Retract the
antenna when you are finished driving
the car.

ON/OFF — Slide to
ON to activate the
transmitter and drive
the car. Slide to OFF
when you are finished
driving the car.

ON/OFF — Slide to ON
to activate the car and
drive it. Slide to OFF
when you are finished
driving the car.

TRIM VOL ST — Adjusts the
wheel alignment so that the car
drives in a straight line.

TRIM VOL F/R — Adjusts

the throttle trim so that

the car stops completely

when the throttle trigger

is released.

LED Indicator —

Lights when the
transmitter is on.

DRIVING THE CAR

IN THE TRANSMITTER

60-4342

Super StreetTM Acura RSX



INSTALLING BATTERIES

The Super StreetTM Acura RSX requires a 7.2-volt rechargeable nickel­cadmium (Ni-Cd), or nickel-metal-hydride (Ni-MH), battery pack and battery
charger (not included). The transmitter requires one 9-volt battery (not
supplied). The rechargeable battery pack and battery pack charger, as well as
alkaline battery, are available at your local RadioShack store.

1. Place the car on a box or a wooden block so its tires do not touch the ground. Do not touch the
tires during this adjustment.

ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE TRIM

ADJUSTING THE STEERING TRIM

IN THE CAR

2. Place the battery pack in
the compartment.
Attach the battery
pack’s white plastic
connector to the car’s
matching connector. Do
not force them
together. They only fit
one way.

1. Use a coin to turn the latches
on the battery compartment
cover toward

OPEN. Lift and

remove the cover.

3. Replace the cover and
turn the latches to
secure it. When the car
moves slowly or does not
move at all, recharge the
car’s battery pack.

Remove the battery compartment
cover and place the battery in the
transmitter as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and -) marke d
inside. Replace the cover. When
the transmitter’s range
decreases, replace its battery.

Ô BATTERY NOTES Ô

• Dispose of old batteries
promptly and properly.

• Do not burn or bury
batteries.

• Use only fresh batteries of
the required size and
recommended type.

• Do not mix old and new
batteries, different types
of batteries (standard,
alkaline, or rechargeable),
or rechargeable batteries
of different capacities.

• If you do not plan to use th e
car for several days, remove
the batteries. Batteries can
leak chemicals that can
destroy electronic parts.

The box wrench supplied with your car
lets you remove and replace the
front and rear wheels.
Be careful not to
discard the box
wrench when you
unpack the car.

2. Slide

ON/OFF on the transmitter and car to ON.

3. If the rear tires begin to move, turn

TRIM VOL F/R on the transmitter clockwise or counter-

clockwise until the tires stop.

1. Place the car on a box or a wooden block so the tires do not touch the ground. Do not touch the
tires during this adjustment.

2. Slide

ON/OFF on the transmitter and car to ON.

3. If the front tires angle left or right, turn

TRIM VOL ST on the transmitter clockwise or

counter-clockwise until the wheels point directly forward.

 CAUTION 

This car can reach much higher speeds
than most other radio-controlled cars. Be
carefultoavoid high-impact collisions with
people and objects.

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Limited Ninety-Day Warranty

This product is warranted byRadioShackagainstmanufacturingdefectsin material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90)daysfrom the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.EXCEPTAS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS
WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATIONTO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIESCONTAINEDHEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE
NO LIABILITY ORRESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHERPERSONOR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY ORIN DIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OFT HE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THISWARRANTY, INCLUDING,BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGESRESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, ORPROFITOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IFRadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITYOF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on howlongan impliedwarrantylasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
In the event ofaproductdefectduring the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase datetoany RadioShackstore. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a)correctthedefect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one
of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warrantedfor the
remainder of the original warranty period. Youwill be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of thewarrantyperiod.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a Ra­dioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c)consumablessuch as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation,shippingor insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation,set-upservice adjustmentor reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you mayalsohave other rights which vary from state to state.

RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street,6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102

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CARE

Keep the car dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store
the car only in normal temperature environments. Handle the car
carefully; do not drop it. Keep the car away from dust and dirt, and
wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

If your car is not performing as it should, take it to your local
RadioShack store for assistance. To locate your nearest RadioShack,
use the store locator feature on RadioShack's website
(www.radioshack.com), or call 1-800-The Shack (843-7422) and follow
the menu options. Modifying or tampering with the car's internal
components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty
and void your FCC authorization to operate it.

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

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 can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Consult your lo cal RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

• If you cannot eliminate the interference, t he FCC requires that
you stop using your car.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by RadioShack may
cause interference and void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

This device 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 operation.

INSTALLING REPLACEMENT PARTS

You can order a replacement wheel set for your car at your local RadioShack s tore.

INSTALLING A FRONT WHEEL

INSTALLING A REAR WHEEL

Front Wheel

Box Wrench

Metal Insert Nut

Washer

Nylon Insert Nut

Internal Toothed
Lock Washer

Nylon Insert Nut

Metal Insert Nut

Washer

Rear Wheel

Box Wrenc

h

Internal
Toothed
Lock Washer

RACING TWO OR MORE CARS TOGETHER

Radio-controlled cars use specific frequencies to operate. Cars with different
frequencies can race together. Cars with the same frequency c annot. The following
chart shows the frequencies available for this car. If you buy more than one car and
you plan to race them, be sure the sticker (showing the band number) on each car is a
different color to ensure that they use different frequencies.

Sticker Color/
Band Number

Transmitter

Frequency (MHz)

Car Frequency

(MHz)

Brown (1) 26.995 26.540
Orange (3) 27.095 26.640
Yellow (4) 27.145 26.690

!

IMPORTANT

!

The EPA certified
RBRC

®

Battery
Recycling Seal on
the nickel-cadmium
(Ni-Cd) battery
indicates RadioShack is
voluntarily participating in an
industry program to collect and
recycle these batteries at the
end of their useful life, when
taken out of service in the
United States or Canada. The
RBRC program provides a
convenient alternative to placing
used Ni-Cd batteries into the
trash or the municipal waste
stream, which may be illegal in
your area. Please call 1-800­THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422)
for information on Ni-Cd battery
recycling and disposal bans/
restrictions in your area.
RadioShack’s involvement in this
program is part of our company’s
commitment to preserving our
environment and conserving our
natural resources.

 CAUTION 

Driving the Car

• Do not drive the car through
puddles or in the rain, sand, or
snow. D oing so ca n damage t he
car.

• To extend the car’s life, rest
the car for 20 minutes after
every 15 minutes of continuous
use.

• If the car gets stuck under an
object, immediately set ON/

OFF on the transmitter to
OFF, then retrieve the car.

• Running your car continuously
for long periods generates high
heat levels.

• Heat causes wear and tear on
the motor. To help keep heat
levels down, when your car’s
battery pack runs down, let the
car cool for at least 10 minutes
before installing a new or newly
charged battery pack.

Adjusting the Throttle Trim

• Never use the throttle trim to
make the car go. It is for
adjustment only.

Recommended Age ...............................................................................................................................12 and up

Scale ............................................................................................................................................................. 1:10

Speed ........................................................................................................................................ 1300 feet/minute

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RadioShack Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102