Radio Shack XMODS 60-437 User Manual
XMODS Street RC
Starter Kit
User’s Guide
Thank you for purchasing your XMODS® Street RC Starter Kit. Please read this user’s guide before
installing, setting up and using your new product.
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Contents
XMODS® Custom RC Starter Kit..........................................................................................................3
Your Starter Kit Includes......................................................................................................................4
Assembling Your XMODS Custom RC................................................................................................5
Assembling the Wheels........................................................................................................................5
Installing Batteries in the Chassis......................................................................................................6
Assembling the Car Antenna ..............................................................................................................7
Redistributing the Car’s Weight..........................................................................................................7
Mounting the Body on the Chassis ....................................................................................................8
Setting Up Your Controller.....................................................................................................................9
Installing the Battery ............................................................................................................................9
Changing the Steering Control for the Left Hand ..........................................................................10
Preparing to Drive ...............................................................................................................................11
Controller Unfolded ............................................................................................................................12
Driving Your Car......................................................................................................................................13
Steering Wheel ....................................................................................................................................13
Speed Control ......................................................................................................................................13
Fine Tuning...........................................................................................................................................14
When You Finish Driving ....................................................................................................................14
Care............................................................................................................................................................15
Additional Notes..................................................................................................................................15
Optional Upgrades.................................................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 18
RF Emissions Information....................................................................................................................19
Warranty.....................................................................................................................................................20
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XMODS® Custom RC Starter Kit
Now you are the proud owner of the next generation of highly-acclaimed XMODS. The new
Street series inherits the features of the last generation and has some new features. Your starter
kit includes the following features:
• A full set of factory parts to assemble your car.
• Hard plastic storage case to protect and carry your XMODS.
• A digital proportional radio controller with built-in steering and throttle trims for precision
driving under varying track conditions.
• A switchable controller for left- and right-handed drivers.
• A collapsible radio controller for easy carrying and storage.
• Redistributable weight so you can optimize driving performance and handling.
• Low weight balance enables sharp cornering—20-inch cornering diameter.
• Faster speed—880 feet per minute!
• Sharper response for acceleration, braking, and steering.
To really get your motor running, customize your XMODS with optional upgrades for both
performance and looks. Check out the line-up of XMODS upgrades online at
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© 2009. Ignition L.P. All rights reserved.
XMODS is a trademark used by Ignition L.P.
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Your Starter Kit Includes
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{ Controller with Antenna
| Car Body Assembly
} Car Chassis
~ Car Antenna
Wheels with Tires (4)
Lug Wrench
~
Wheel Nuts (16)
Spare Left/Right Side Mirrors
Screwdriver (not shown)
Decal sheet (not shown)
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Spare screws (not shown)
Assembling Your XMODS® Custom RC
Assembling the Wheels
Wheels with tires are included with your XMODS Street starter kit. Follow the steps below to
attach them to your car:
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| Gently press the tire onto the chassis.
} Using the supplied Lug Wrench, screw the supplied wheel nut onto the axle and tighten
gently. Do not overtighten.
~ Repeat steps 1–3 for each wheel.
Flat side
of axle
Flat side of
wheel’s center
Note: Only aspare left sidemirror is suppliedfor ‘65 Mustang, ‘67 Camaro, and Firebird.
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Installing Batteries in the Chassis
Make sure the power switch on the
{
bottom of the chassis is in the OFF
position.
| Remove the screw on the battery
compartment cover with the supplied
screwdriver.
} Carefully push either side of the battery
compartment cover to disengage the
latch, and then lift up the cover.
~ Insert four AAA alkaline or rechargeable
batteries in the compartments, matching
the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked
inside.
Snap the cover back in place and replace
the screw from step 2.
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}
Assembling the Car Antenna
{ Remove the antenna screw on the right side
of the chassis.
| Thread the screw through the metal loop at
the base of the antenna.
} Thread the antenna screw back into its slot
and tighten.
Note: Be surenot to losethe antenna screw’s
washer.
Redistributing the Car’s Weight
You can shift the weight of the batteries to alter
your car’s center of gravity to optimize handling
in different driving conditions.
{ Remove the two battery compartment
screws.
| Slide the battery compartment to the
desired position.
} Set the screws from step 1 in the holes and
tighten until snug.
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