Thunder Tiger COUGARGP3 Remote Controller for models User Manual GP00 150x190

Thunder Tiger Corp. Remote Controller for models GP00 150x190

Users Manual

The contents are subject to change without prior notice due to product improvements and specification changes.Please read all instructions thoroughly before operating this device.Thunder Tiger Corporation guarantees this model kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship. The total monetary value under warranty will in no case exceed the cost of the original kit purchased. This warranty does not cover any components damaged by use or modification. Part or parts missing from this kit must be reported within 60 days of purchase. No part or parts will be sent under warranty without proof of purchase. To receive part or parts under warranty, the service center must receive a proof of purchase and/or the defective part or parts. Should you find a defective or missing part, contact the authorized Thunder Tiger Service/Distributor nearest you. Under no circumstances can a dealer or distributor accept return of a kit if assembly has started.2.4GHz Digital Radio System2.4GHz Digital Radio SystemNo.8228No.8311
1FSPC-Failsafe programmable individual channelIn extremely rare circumstances where signal loss is encountered, the system features a failsafe program allowing individual channel to restore back to initial settings.SIBL-Security ID binding link A binding feature is included in the ACE RC 2.4 GHz spread spectrum system to ensure the transmitter and receiver only bind to each other and prevent interferences from other controllers.iFHss+ data mode Improved data format and protocol, Cougar GP2 / GP3 provides a faster and less power consumtion data transmission. Such technology also reveals an extremely data reliability while data is on the air.FHSS-Frequency hopping spread spectrum Advanced frequency-hopping program on the spread spectrum base for added safety, reliability and virtually interference-free communication.INTRODUCTION  1ADVANCED TECHNICAL FEATURES  1FEATURES  2SYSTEM CONTENTS  2SPECIFICATIONS  2TRANSMITTER CONTROLS  4INSTALLATION  5BINDING PROCESS  7FAIL SAFE (F/S) FUNCTION SETTING  8FUNCTIONS  10FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT  11ACCESSORIES  12SERVICE  14TROUBLE SHOOTING  14Congratulations on your purchase of the ACE RC Cougar 2.4GHz digital radio system. The Cougar radio system was specially designed with the latest wireless and advanced-programming technology to meet driver’s requirements. With spread spectrum and smart frequency-hopping system, the Cougar radio system delivers precision and smoothness of operation at the same time without any interference risks. Cougar pistol radios are configured for operating surface R/C models.With proper use and care, ACE RC Cougar will make the control advanced and simple, and provide you with many years of enjoyment. Before operating your new radio system or installing into your model, please take a few minutes to familiarize with the various features of the system by reading this owner’s manual thoroughly. TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTIONADVANCED TECHNICAL FEATURES2.4GHz Digital Radio System
TRANSMITTER● Advanced 2.4GHz frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology for TRS402SS & TRS403SS. (NOTE)● Steering / Throttle trims● Steering / Throttle servo reversing ● Throttle / Brake ATV–Adjustable Travel Volume● Steering dual-rate adjustment● LED battery voltage indicator● Low battery alarmRECEIVER● The TRS403ss is the 2.4GHz 4CH receiver paired with the COUGAR GP2 / GP3 transmitter. Its compact and small size allows you to install it almost anywhere on your model.FEATURESSYSTEM CONTENTSSPECIFICATIONSDescriptionItem NoTransmitterReceiver TRS403ssCOUGAR GP28228COUGAR GP2COUGAR GP38311COUGAR GP3ReceiverItem NoFrequency (GHz)ChannelBECTypeAntenna TypeBattery PowerDimension (mm)Weight (g/oz)TRS403ssAQ63962.4GHz4CHNoPPMSingle antenna w / gain4.8~6V35.6 x 18.3 x 14.26.5 / 0.23COUGAR GP282272Ch40mA@7.2VCOUGAR GP383113Ch60mA@7.2VPistol GripCH1~CH2FHSSLEDBuilt-in2dBi Typical7.2V/6 cell AA BatteryTransmitterItem No.ConfigurationEncoderCurrent DrainServo ReverseTransmission SystemPower IndicatorAntenna TypeAntenna Peak GainPower Requirement2NOTE: The TRS401ss receiver does not work with the 2.4GHz COUGAR GP2/GP3 iFHSS+ system. Use only with the TRS402ss or TRS403ss 2.4GHz iFHSS+ receivers. ACE RC iFHSS systems and iFHSS+ systems are not compatible with each other.
Transmitter AntennaBattery Level Indicator HI/LO Throttle ATV (Adjustable Travel Volume)Servo reversing switchesSteering TrimThrottle Trim Steering D/R (Dual Rates) 1234AUX Ch Button (for GP3 only) External Charging Jack2.4GHz binding SW / LEDSteering Wheel Power Switch Throttle TriggerBattery Cover56789101112131432.4GHz Digital Radio System
1. Transmitter Antenna: Built-in antenna, it is not easy broken.2. Battery Level Indicator: Green / Red LEDs indicate the battery voltage. If the Red LED flashes, please replace the batteries.3. HI/LO Throttle ATV (Adjustable Travel Volume): Provide the function to let you independently preset the maximum travel of the throttle servo either side (high / low) of neutral.4. Servo reversing switches: To reverse the servo's rotation direction at the flip of the switch. The reversing switches are recessed into the transmitter to prevent accidental operation.5. Steering Trim: Adjusts the steering in small increments or decrements to run the model straight.6. Throttle Trim: Adjusts the throttle in small increments or decrements to shift the neutral position.7. Steering D/R (Dual Rates): Turn this knob left or right to adjust the amount of the steering dual rate. Right to increase dual rate amount and left to decrease the amount.8. AUX Ch Button: Provides an extra function for the control of the model. (for Cougar GP3 only)9. External Charging Jack: For rechargeable NiCd/NiHM battery pack on the transmitter only. 10. 2.4GHz binding SW / LED: The Binding SW button is located on the top of the 2.4GHz transmitter. For additional details, please refer to the “Binding” setting procedure (Page 7). LED indicate the RF status. The Red LED means RF funtion is not work.11. Steering Wheel: Control the steering of the model.12. Power Switch: Slide to turn the transmitter on or off.13. Throttle Trigger: Pull or push to control the movement of the model.14. Battery Cover: Slide cover to install or remove batteries.TRANSMITTER CONTROLS4
Transmitter batteries replacement / installation1) Slide the battery cover in the direction as shown to remove the cover.2) Install 6pcs alkaline or rechargeable “AA” size cells into the battery holder connected to the transmitter.3) Slide on the battery cover and make sure it is closed securely. 4) Turn the power on to check. If the Power Indicator LED fails to light, check the batteries for insufficient contact or incorrect battery polarity. CHECK:a) Use only fresh, alkaline cells, all of the same brand. b) Make certain that the contacts in the battery holder stay clean by using a pencil eraser to gently remove any corrosion or dirt that may accumulate on them. It is recommended to do this each time you install fresh cells into your transmitter.c) If using the rechargeable battery pack, simply remove the battery holder by pulling out the connector from the transmitter. Then plug-in the battery pack connector to the transmitter.d) When the rechargeable battery is installed in the transmitter, it can be charged through the external charging jack located on the transmitter.CAUTION: a) Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries, they may explode!!b) When charging the rechargeable battery, set the power switch on “OFF” position before charging. The charger plug must be correct type (“+” inside and “-” outside, type TAMIYA N-3U or equivalent). The wrong type may burst causing personal injury and damage.c) Always be sure the batteries are loaded in the correct polarity order. If the batteries are loaded incorrectly, the transmitter may be damaged.d) When the transmitter is not used for any short or long period of time, always remove the batteries from the transmitter. Receiver battery replacement/installationInsert 4 fresh AA cells into the receiver battery holder. Make sure the batteries are located in the correct polarity order. Maintain the battery contacts in the same way as described in previous section. Insert the switch harness plug into the receiver socket marked “BATT”.INSTALLATIONBattery cell (x6)While pressing this part52.4GHz Digital Radio System
Gas Power Model InstallationBATTERY HOLDER4.8V RXBATTERY PACKCH1CH2BATTSTEERING SERVOTHROTTLE SERVORECEIVERElectric Power Model InstallationMOTOR7.2V POWER BATTERY PACKCH2CH1ESCRECEIVERRadio installation1) Connect the receiver, servos, and switch hardness/battery pack as shown.2) If you are not familiar with all the control systems. Do the “bench test” before to install all the devices on the model.3) Always follow the “transmitter on first, off last” procedure.4) Always install the receiver as far as possible from the motor, ESC, power battery, motor wires.. or other noise sources. Especially, do not route the motor wires next to the receiver, crystal or receiver antenna. To prevent loss of radio range do not kink or cut the gray wire, do not bend or cut the metal tip, and do not bend or cut the white wire at the end of the metal tip.!6
A binding feature is included in the ACE RC Cougar 2.4GHz spread spectrum system to ensure the transmitter and receiver bind properly and prevent interference from other controllers. To manually bind Tx/Rx, please proceed as per the following steps:a. Press and hold the “Binding SW” button on the top of the transmitter while turning on the transmitter.b. Release the “Binding SW” button after the green / red LED flashes indicating the transmitter is binding.c. Press and hold the bind button on the receiver while turning on the receiver. Binding process will then start automatically.The LED will turn green/red flash on the receiver.d. Release the “Binding SW” button. Successful binding is confirmed by the binding LED changing from a Green / Red flashing and then remain solid on the transmitter. The LED will turn green on the receiver. Once binding is complete, the system will automatically connect.Note: Binding process may take 2~4 seconds to execute. If binding fails, the LED on the receiver will turn red. Please turn off the power and repeat the steps from a) ~d).BINDING PROCESS72.4GHz Digital Radio System
FAIL SAFE (F/S) FUNCTION SETTINGACE RC COUGAR 2.4GHz R/C system features a built-in Failsafe function to automatically set a servo command if the receiver loses the signal from transmitter due to interference. For safety, we strongly recommend to active the FAILSAFE function on your Cougar R/C system.After binding the transmitter and receiver, you can continually set up the F/S function. Turn on the transmitter power and then receiver power.Press and hold the “Binding SW” button on the receiver for 2~4 seconds. The LED will start flashing GREEN on the receiver.Move and hold the throttle trigger to the position you want the control to be in if a failsafe condition should occur. First, keep steering wheel at neutral position (steering servo at neutral position). To set up F/S function with the throttle servo position at "Brake", first push the trigger to the brake position and hold. To set up F/S function with servo position at "Neutral", keep the trigger at neutral position. After the Step C, release the “Binding SW” button on the receiver first and then the throttle trigger. The LED turns to solid “RED” and then back to solid “GREEN” indicating the F/S function has now been activated.Test by turning off your transmitter and watching the servo failsafe position activate. F/S at "Neutral": To check the fail safe is working properly, by moving the throttle trigger to the full forward (full brake), hold this position and then turn off the transmitter. The F/S function should move the throttle servo to “Neutral” position and the steering servo to “Neutral” position.F/S at "Brake": To check the fail safe is working properly, by keeping the throttle trigger at neutral and then turn off the transmitter. The F/S function should move the throttle servo to “Brake” position and the steering servo to “Neutral” position.If the F/S function fails or need to change the F/S hold position, repeat the steps a) ~e). After the F/S is completed, you can start normal operation. a. b.c.d.e.f.Setting up the Failsafe (F/S) Function:CAUTION: Do not release the “Binding SW” button on the receiver until STEP C is completed.CAUTION:FAILSAFE function will be reset after binding your transmitter & receiver.NOTE:Always set the throttle trigger to neutral or full brake position and steering servo to neutral position in case of any unexpected control error! Factory pre-settings for RC car F/S function are : Electric Car- Steering servo at neutral, throttle at neutral. Nitro Car- Steering servo at neutral, throttle at idle. 8
Pre-settings for F/S function: EP Car :Steering at Neutral / ESC at Neutral GP Car :Steering at Neutral / Carb. at IddleF/S function activates12345StatusBoot-upGreen LED flashingGreen LED flashingBinding OK Bee-Bee-BeeRed / Green LED flashing interactivelyBind BeeBee-Bee-BeeRed LED flashingPWM abnormal BeepRange check BeepTone of buzzer LED (close to Binding SW)BUZZER LEDOFF1. Steering: Neutral 2. Keep brake or keeptrigger at neutralPush for 2~4 sceonds1. Keep full throttle2. Swithch Off92.4GHz Digital Radio System
NOTE Be sure the steering trim on the transmitter is at the neutral position before you are trying to make an adjustment.HELPFUL HINT When you install a servo, always check to be sure the servo is at its neutral position.● Servo travelChanging the trim can affect the overall settings. When adjustments are made with this trim, it is recommended to re-check your installation for maximum servo travel.HELPFUL HINT If it takes most of your trim movement to get a servo to the neutral position, re-position the servo horn or servo saver on the servo and inspect your linkage installation.2. Steering Trim● Neutral position trimBy turning the Steering Trim knob clockwise or counter-clockwise, the steering neutral can be adjusted as needed.1. Servo ReversingIt is sometimes necessary or convenient to reverse the output direction of the servo. The direction of the rotation for each individual servo can be changed by simply flipping the reversing switch that corresponds to the channel number on the receiver where the servo is plugged in. Under normal circumstances, Ch1 is steering, Ch2 is throttle. Using the reversing switches as needed.FUNCTIONS3. Throttle Trim● Neutral position trimOnce the neutral position of the throttle trigger is set, by turning the Throttle Trim knob clockwise or counter-clockwise, the throttle neutral can be adjusted as needed.HELPFUL HINT When using an ESC, set the throttle trim to neutral and make adjustments to the speed control.On a gas powered model, set the trim to neutral and adjust the throttle linkage to the point where the carburetor is fully closed in accordance with your engine instruction manual.● Servo travelTrim adjustments will affect the overall servo travel; check the brake side (backward) movement when changes are made.HELPFUL HINT If you have used most of the trim movement to get the servo to the neutral position, re-center the servo horn closer to the neutral position and inspect your throttle linkage.10
5. Steering D/RSteering D/R allows you to change the steering travel while running by turning the dual rate dial as shown to correct over-steering and under-steering problems by increasing or decreasing steering sensitivity. You can adjust sensitivity of your model to your own preferences with this function.4. Throttle ATVThrottle Adjustable Travel Volume/ATV provides the function to preset independently throttle travel of the servo either side of neutral. It offers easier adjustments to set the throttle operation at idle and maximum power.USING CAUTION AT THE RACING TRACKFCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENTDo not operate the model or use the radio in rain, lightning, or at night.Do not operate the model or use the radio if you have been drinking alcohol or under the influence of any other substance that will affect your skills.Always check battery power before you operate.Keep out of reach of children.Do not store the radio in temperatures below -10 ˚C (14˚F) or above 40˚C (104˚F) or in a humid, dusty, or high vibration environment. Keep the radio away from direct sunlight.To prevent corrosion, take out the batteries if you are going to store the radio for a long period.112.4GHz Digital Radio System
■ TX & RX ACCESSORIESNo.8311COUGAR GP3 2.4GHz 3CH Radio SystemNo.8228COUGAR GP2 2.4GHz 2CH Radio SystemAG2078 Y Switch Harness, FutabaAG2051 Switch Harness, Futaba & JR■ Switch Harness■ Digital Servos8176Digital Standard Servo 3Kg-cm@4.8V,DS1903MG8177Digital Toque Servo 7.8Kg-cm@4.8V,DS2008MG8175Digital Standard Servo 3Kg-cm@4.8V,DS19038127 Digital Torque Servo14.5Kg-cm@6V,DS10158128 Digital Speed Servo12.5Kg-cm@6V,DS13138160Digital Micro Servo 1.6Kg-cm@4.8V,DC10168171Digital Metal Gear Micro Servo 1.6Kg-cm@4.8V,DC1016MGAQ63962.4GHz 4CH RX, TRS403ssAQ6395COUGAR GP3 Tx onlyAQ6394COUGAR GP2 Tx only12
Do not try to operate your model if you find your radio is not working properly. Check out the radio as following steps. If you can not solve the problems then contact with the Thunder Tiger authorized distributor for service.TROUBLE SHOOTINGThank you for purchasing of the ACE RC COUGAR Radio. Thunder Tiger strives to bring you the highest level of quality and service we can provide. We race and test our products around the world to bring you state-of-the-art items. Thunder Tiger guarantees that you should enjoy many hours of trouble free use from our R/C products. Thunder Tiger products have been sold worldwide through the authorized distributors that are supported directly and rapidly from Thunder Tiger. You may find that Thunder Tiger is always pursuing to explore new items creatively with highest quality. To update the latest product information and to get the best technical support, please feel free to contact your local hobby shops or Thunder Tiger authorized distributor.SERVICESituation No VoltageServo Works ImproperlyShort DistanceNo ActionsBatteryDead battery-Change the batteries. Recharge the batteries.Batteries inserted incorrectly-Reload the batteries in accordance with the polarity markingsBad contact-Check to see if the contacts are bent and not making good contactDirty contacts-Clean the contacts and check for corrosion.Monitor LEDCheck the LED on the rear of the transmitter-Refer to the " Binding Process "BatteryDead battery-Replace or rechargeWrong polarity-Check connectionsAntennaNear other wiring-Move away from wiringWas antenna cut-Request repairIs the antenna installed correctly-Refer to the receiver installation.Monitor LEDCheck the LED of the receiver-Refer to the " Binding Process "Connector connectionsWiring incorrect-Insert all connectors firmlyLoose connections-Push the connector in firmlyMotor (Electric powered)Noise problems-Install capacitors on motorTransmitterSolutionJC63142.4GHz Digital Radio SystemFCC ID: VEJ-COUGARGP2 (for Cougar GP2 )FCC ID: VEJ-COUGARGP3 (for Cougar GP3 )

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