What is Fail-Safe Mode?
If you use the FAIL-SAFE function, and set it up properly, should the receiver signal
somehow be interrupted or interference were to occurred, the servos will move to
your pre-set FAIL-SAFE position you previously stored in the receiver during the
FAIL-SAFE set-up.
If FAIL-SAFE has not been activated, the signal is switched off after the HOLD period
of 1 sec. This means that the servos become “soft” and remain in their last
commanded position under no load (this may equate to full-throttle!), until a valid
signal is picked up again.
In the interests of safety, we recommend that FAIL-SAFE should always be
activated, and the FAIL-SAFE settings should be selected so as to bring the model
to a non-critical situation (e.g. motor idle / electric motor OFF, control surfaces
neutral, or full brake, etc.)
When LED On (Fail-Safe Mode On):
Press the function button once to switch to the hold mode, the LED will goes off and
indicates that the receiver is in Hold Mode.
Note: once you switch to the hold mode all the saved Fail-Safe position will be
deleted.
When LED Off (Hold Mode On):
To switch to the Fail-Safe Molde, first adjust all the control knobs to the fail-safe
position you prefer, then press the function button once, the LED turns on at the
same time the fail-safe position will be saved.
Once Fail-Safe/Hold Selection Mode activated , you can keep switching the mode by
pressing the function button.
FAIL-SAFE / HOLD Option
Fail-safe or Hold Mode Switch
Fail-Safe Setup Method
Receiver Connection Diagrams
Link (ID-Setting)
How to Link Spectra 2.4DS and Atom 3 receivers
To avoid any interference, the link process should be done
within 3 feet (1 meter) in distance.
Note
If FAIL-SAFE is deactivated, the FAIL-SAFE position settings are also deleted!
Note
The FAIL-SAFE settings should be checked every time before you run the
engine/motor.
Note
SERVO
SERVO
SERVO
Receiver
Battery
Steering
Engine
AUX
Servos and other accessories may be set with a FAIL-SAFE point or choose HOLD
mode if power to the receiver is lost.
Electric powered car with Electronic Speed Control
Use this method on electric car using ESC’s providing power to the receiver and
servo functions
Glow, gas or electric powered aircraft using a separate receiver battery supply.
Follow this connection diagram when using a regulated Li-Po, or 4.8 to 6V. Receiver
battery,
It is already lined between Spectra 2.4DS and Atom 3, if purchased as a set
* Only for the module/receiver combo set or radio combo sets.
If purchased separate Atom 3, the Link (ID-Setting) process is required.
How to Link additional receivers:
Please refer to the connection diagram and connect all the necessary items before
the process.
How to Link Spectra 2.4DS and Atom 3 receivers:
Atom 3 receiver:
1. Press the Function Button and turn on the power.
2. Release the button and confirm the red LED is blinking. The receiver is waiting
for incoming signal.
3. Once the receiver’s link (ID-Setting) process done. The red LED will stop blinking
and become steady on status.
Spectra 2.4DS:
1. Press the Function Button and turn on the power.
2. Release the button the red LED will blinking and looking for a receiver.
3. Confirm that the receiver’s red LED is solid on.
4. Turn off receiver first then the transmitter power..
5. Turn on receiver first then the transmitter power.
Now you are ready to run.
Power Battery
Motor
BEC
ESC
SERVO
SERVO
Steering
AUX
Push the button once to switch the mode
d. LED On: Fail-Safe Mode ON
d. LED Off: Hold Mode On
Atom 3
b. Press the function button of the
Atom 3 and turn on the power.
c. Check the LED Status
a. Press the function button of the Spectra 2.4DS
and turn on the transmitter.
Spectra 2.4DS
Product Approved to HITEC RCD, INC.
Manufacturer/Country: HITEC RCD, INC./The Philippines
Production Date:
Warning!
This product is designed to be used as a R/C hobby product and should
be operated under local regulation.
Improper use of this product can be dangerous.
Improper usage can cause damage other’s properties and/or cause serious injury.
Never operate your vehicle in a crowded street with traffic
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum separation distance of 20cm
between the radiator and your body.
Use only the supplied antenna.
