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INSTALLING THE
#
OMEGA-3v7
ESC
.
The
#
OMEGA-3v7
ESC
uses any DSM2/DSMX 6 x Channel RX’s including our own “Auto Binding” DSM2-EM(AB) Rx
&
SPEKTRUM
or the
ORANGE
brand from Hobby King. Servo leads are supplied for connecting the ESC to the RX.
Always make sure the servo leads are connected to the correct sockets on the RX.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS REFER TO OUR OWN DSMX or DSM2 TX-1, TX-7 & TX-9 + TX-8 HANDPIECES.
CONTROL FUNCTIONS.
The
TX-3
,
TX-7
&
TX-9
handpieces use a knob to select direction. Specific operating instructions for those TX’s are
included with the TX handpiece.
When available the
TX-8
used a spring loaded SPDT switch for selecting direction change & a large knob for speed
control. Apart from direction change, the operation is exactly the same as for the odd numbered TX handpieces.
USING EXTRA SERVOS.
The
#
OMEGA-3v7
ESC
permits the operation of a regular servo using Ch # 5. Simply plug the servo leads the right
way around into the Ch # 5 servo header so marked in the RX. See the ESC diagram.
SOUND TRIGGER CONTROLS. TX-7, TX-9 and the TX-8.
They each have four pushbuttons on the handpiece that are intended to trigger 4 x sound effects or control accessories.
They operate F1, F2, F3 & F4 on this ESC. The Ch 5 pushbutton is available for a servo control feature.
A pushbutton on the
ESC
pcb is used for initial speed calibration and making system program changes such as Start/Max
voltage, default direction start, system reset & sound trigger outputs from momentary to latch ON – OFF. If you need to
calibrate the system proceed to page # 6. Or: See URL on page # 1.
LOCOMOTIVE SEPARATION.
2.4 GHz R/C systems are not separated with crystals. Every TX has a unique identifier code. They are all legal for air &
ground use. Most SPEKTRUM RX’s (and DSM2/DSMX clones) can be
“BOUND”
to the TX-xx handpieces.
“BINDING”
must be done before the system can be used. See page # 4.
You can mount the
#
OMEGA-3v7
PCB with double stick tape or non conductive silicone. Do not allow metal objects to
touch the rear of the PCB. Damage to the PCB may result.
The
# ESC-LEADS
kit.
These connect any 2.4 GHz RX to the
# OMEGA-3v5 ESC.
Insert the
# ESC-LEADS
as follows.
1 = Throttle. 2 = Aileron.
3 = Elevator. 4 = Rudder.
Insert the 1 x 3 way servo cable into the
DSM2 RX #1
T
hrottle servo output.
Single leads go into
A (2)
,
E (3)
&
R (4)
.
PLACING RX ANTENNA.
It does not matter where you place the RX and antenna(s). We have at least 150’ + range with the system in plastic
locos. There is
NO
“glitching” or “Rusty Bolt Effect”. 2.4 GHz RX’s have been successfully used for some years with the
RX & antenna inside a dummy water tank of a live steam loco and inside expensive brass electric locos.
Turn the 2.4 GHz TX OFF to save the batteries & the loco will “Cruise” along until the TX is turned ON again & manual
control resumed.
N.B. Not the low cost manual bind RX’s.
They have Failsafe settings.