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FAQ
Can I mount the Smart Display in my model.
Yes, the Smart Display was designed to be mounted as a simulation cockpit for RC aircraft, How-
ever it should be shock mounted to protect against vibration.
After setup, do I have to leave the Smart display in my model.
No you don’t. The Smart Bus will work perfectly without the Smart Display attached. As soon as
you plug in the display it will show you the all the information.
What are the 2 battery/bar pictures on the front screen for?
These pictures show you a percentage of the battery you have left. They will range from 100%
to 0% and update as the battery packs are used. Never fly if the packs are in the RED ZONE and
always make sure you have set up the correct battery capacity for your battery packs.
If I change the batteries in my model or move the Smart Bus to a different model will I have to
setup the switch again?
Yes, The switch relies on the information that you program into it to be accurate. It can not
work to its best if this information is not accurate.
Does the Smart Bus Regulate the voltage?
Yes, the Smart Bus Extreme versions offer output voltage regulation which can be set to 8.4v
(3s version when using 3S battery packs) 7.2v or 6v for 2S battery packs.
Can I Plug 2 different voltages into the Smart Bus? For example a 3S lipo and a 2S lipo battery
No, you should always use the same voltage (S rating) and capacity packs on both sides of the
switch.
Can I plug a 2 different chemistries into the Smart Bus? E.g A LiFE and a Li
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ion battery
No, you should always use the same chemistries for both batteries.
