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FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 2 FTX Carnage, Vantage or Bugsta Brushless 2.4GHz Truggy/Buggy Congratulations on your purchase of the FTX Vantage or Bugsta 4WD electric buggy or FTX Carnage 4WD Monster Truck. This 1/10th scale model has been factory assembled and all electrics installed and set up to make it the easiest possible introduction to the sport of driving RC cars.
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FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 4 Aerial Assembly. As the aerial wire on 2.4GHz systems is so short you do not need to protrude through the body shell and it can be left to stand directly from the receiver.
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FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 9 Etronix Pulse EX2 Sport 2.4GHZ RADIO SET-UP 2 Channel 2.4GHz Steer Wheel Transmitter 1) INTRODUCTION. 6) TRANSMITTER CHARGING. Thank you for choosing this Etronix 2.4GHz radio system, it has been designed for land use but could also suit any 2 channel boat. If you are using this type of product for the very first time, please make sure you read all the information provided before installing in your vehicle.
FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 10 9) TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS. A vertical aerial achieves maximum range, so the short 2.4GHz aerial (A) can be folded and rotated to achieve the most vertical position once you are holding the handset comfortably. Then it allows you to fold the aerial away for safe storage.
FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 11 When at the mid position the model should remain stationary, if it creeps slightly adjust the throttle neutral dial accordingly. should brake (and then reverse if available), otherwise simply flick the Throttle Reverse switch (I) to the “Rev” position. Beneath the folding Control Panel Cover (D) you will find an array of useful adjustments, plus the Power Switch (P).
FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 12 12) MATCHING THE RECEIVER TO THE TRANSMITTER. (BINDING) To make sure only one transmitter can control the receiver they need to be matched, and to do so you need to “Bind” them together so they only recognise each others signature code. There is a ‘Bind’ plug included with the receiver, and this is inserted in the third channel (Bind socket) before power is supplied to the receiver for the first time.
FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 13 Getting Started Refer to 2.4ghz binding manual for radio set-up. Switch on transmitter. Hold vehicle clear of the ground, connect battery pack and switch on receiver. Test the transmitter to check control of the vehicle with wheels off the ground. Start driving slowly and if the vehicle does not go straight, adjust steering trim dial on Transmitter.
FTX Manuals_BL Vant-Carn-Bug ENG 23/12/2014 13:58 Page 14 LIPO BATTERY - USER SAFETY AND HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS. Read all safety instructions before charging or using your batteries for the first time. Lipo batteries require completely different charging and care than NiCd and NiMH batteries. Misuse can result in fire, personal injury and/or damage to property. The buyer assumes all liability and risk associated with the use of Lithium-Polymer (Li-Po) batteries.
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