Pitsco Education TETRIX MAX, Builder'S Manual

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Remote Control Setup
Your TETRIX MAX robot is controlled by a standard 2.4
GHz remote control and an accompanying receiver
mounted to the robot. Transmitters are connected
to specific receivers, allowing multiple transceiver
combinations to be used in the same area.
Transmitter and Receiver Connection Procedure:
The wireless gamepad transmitter must be linked to the receiver with a unique ID code in order to
function properly. To do this, follow these steps.
1. Make sure the transmitter is switched OFF.
2. Install four AA batteries in the transmitter. Connect the battery pack to the receiver; the red
LED will be flashing.
3. Press the CONNECT button on the side of the receiver. The red LED will change to a rapid
flashing rate.
4. Switch the power slide switch on the transmitter ON.
5. Press and hold down the transmitter’s CONNECT push button.
6. The red LED on the receiver will stop flashing. Release the transmitter’s CONNECT button.
7. The transmitter and receiver are now connected and ready for operation.
When the TETRIX MAX R/C Motor Controller is powered on, you should see the LED flash three times.
The LED will then either stay on or go off depending on which mode the controller is in. After this is
complete, you can adjust the trimmer wheels on the gamepad as desired.
The direction of movement for motors and servos depends on how they are mounted. To reverse the
direction of rotation for a motor or servo, use a small screwdriver to change the position of the NOR/
REV switches on the wireless gamepad. Caution: Do not use a pencil to adjust the NOR/REV switch
position. The material used for pencil lead conducts electricity and could damage your controller.
Wireless
Joystick
Gamepad
System with
Receiver 40239
4-channel wireless
receiver from Wireless
Joystick Gamepad
System 40239
WARNING: Do not connect the MAX 12 VDC power
supply directly to the wireless receiver. The 12 VDC
power supply must be connected to the TETRIX MAX
R/C Motor Controller. Power to the receiver will be
transferred through the 3-pin channel input cables
that connect the receiver to the motor controller. See
the wiring diagram on page 14 or 15.
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Setup/Construction Tips
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