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Sanwa M11X Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL 670A12978A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    table of CONTENTS Introduction ..................................... 3 Usage Precautions ..................................4 Features and Specifications ................................5 Features Familiarization ................................6-8 Driving Position Adjustments ..............................9-10 Charging the Battery..................................11 LCD Menu Keys ................................... 12 Transmitter and Receiver Binding ..............................13 Function Pages..................................... 14 Menu Flow Chart ..................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    We appreciate your purchase of the new S A N W A M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system. This operating manual is intended to acquaint you with the many unique features of your state of the art M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system.

  • Page 4: Usage Precautions

    Use rubber anti-vibration absorbers with servos. Direct transmission of engine vibration to servos can cause servo failure and  possibly result in runaway operation with damage to your model. The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for damages resulting from use of components other than genuine SANWA  components.

  • Page 5: Features And Specifications

    Weight: 57g Weight: 66g Both analog and digital servos will work with your M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system. To get the most out of your experience, we recommend the use of digital servos. We recommend using SHR (Super High Response) Mode. SHR Mode will increase the digital servo's response time, even above the manufacturer's stated speed.

  • Page 6: Features Familiarization

    FEATURES DIAGRAMS Use the diagrams below and on the next page to familiarize yourself with the different system controls on your new M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz transmitter and RX-451 receiver. Descriptions of these features can be found on page 8.
  • Page 7 features familiarization Direct Servo Control Jack (DSC) BACK Trim Control Switch (Trm 4) Trim Control Switch (Trm 5) Grip RIGHT Battery Compartment - = Negative (Black) + = Positive (Red) S = Signal (Blue) Antenna Bind LED Coaxial Cable Reception Wire Push-Button Bind Key Batt/DSC...

  • Page 8: Features Familiarization

    Charging Jack: Used for onboard charging of the 6 cell 1500mAH NiMH battery. Only use the charger included with your M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system to charge the battery through the charging jack. Use of any other charger can damage the transmitter.

  • Page 9: Driving Position Adjustments

    DRIVING POSITION ADJUSTMENTS Every effort has been made to provide the optimum transmitter weight and balance in the design of your M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system. The steering wheel and trigger are placed on the same axis, permitting you to focus on steering and throttle control.

  • Page 10: Driving Position Adjustments

    DRIVING POSITION ADJUSTMENTS DIGITAL TRIM RING POSITION The position of the digital trim ring can be repositioned to better suit your taste. Five different positions are available. 1) Remove the M4 socket-head cap screws on each side of the transmitter using a 3mm hex wrench. Trm 1 is factory set at the top center position.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery The M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz transmitter features a 6 cell 7.2v 1500mAH NiMH battery for lighter weight and longer battery life. The battery is charged directly through the transmitter, using the charging jack located at the base of the grip. Please observe the Safety Precautions and Charging Warnings below when charging the transmitter battery.

  • Page 12: Lcd Menu Keys

    LCD Menu keys The SANWA M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz transmitter features six menu keys for menu operation. This section summarizes the functions of each of the 6 menu keys in addition to describing the main areas of the LCD Display. Function Page...

  • Page 13: Transmitter And Receiver Binding

    OFF, then repeat the binding procedure. The M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system uses FHSS-3 technology. The transmitter is compatible with FHSS-3 and HSS-2 SANWA 2.4GHz receivers. To bind the transmitter to an FHSS-2 receiver (RX-442), the transmitter modulation must first be changed to FH2.

  • Page 14: Function Pages

    The functions of the M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz transmitter span three pages, F1 to F3. Pressing the function keys at the same time displays each of the three function pages in succession - F1, F2, F3...F1, etc. Pressing either the...

  • Page 15: Menu Flow Chart

    MENU FLOW CHART The Menu Flow Chart shows the different menus that are available for programming your M11X transmitter. The default setting when the transmitter is turned ON the very first time is the F3 Function Page BATT menu. When the transmitter is subsequently turned ON, the last screen displayed when the transmitter was turned OFF will be displayed.

  • Page 16: Battery And Operating Timer

    battery and operATING timer Function Page 3 (BATT) TRANSMITTER BATTERY VOLTAGE When the transmitter is turned ON for the very first time, the BATT menu on Function Page 3 is displayed. When the transmitter is subsequently turned ON, the last menu and function page that was displayed when the transmitter was turned OFF is displayed. The transmitter battery voltage is displayed on two different areas of the LCD display.

  • Page 17: Steering Dual Rate

    steering Dual rate Function Page 1 (D-RATE) The Steering Dual Rate function is used to change the amount of steering servo travel compared to the amount of movement of the steering wheel. For example, by increasing the Steering Dual Rate, you can make the steering servo travel more which might prevent your model from pushing during turns.

  • Page 18: End Point Adjustment

    end point adjustment Function Page 1 (EPA) The End Point Adjustment function is used to adjust the desired amount of servo travel in both the right and left directions independently. EPA can be set for the Steering channel, Throttle channel, Auxiliary channel, and Brake channel (4CH Mode). In the default configuration (FH3 Modulation), the transmitter is set to 4CH Mode.
  • Page 19 end point adjustment 3) Test-run your model to set the brake adjustment using the Trm 5 switch. The Trm 5 switch can be used to change the EPA-B setting without accessing the Programming Menu. Push the trim switch forward to increase the Brake EPA and pull the trim switch backward to decrease the Brake EPA.

  • Page 20: End Point Adjustment

    end point adjustment [ 4CH ] AUXILIARY CHANNEL 4 BRAKE END POINT ADJUSTMENT Auxiliary Channel 4 is used exclusively for braking purposes. When using Auxiliary Channel 4 as the additional BRAKE channel, End Point Adjustment can be separately set from Auxiliary Channel 3 BRAKE. In order to set any functions for Auxiliary Channel 4, you must first set the channel setting from 2CH to 4CH.

  • Page 21: Exponential

    EXPONENTIAL Function Page 1 (EXP) The Exponential function varies the amount of servo action with respect to manipulation of the steering wheel or throttle trigger near the neutral positions. Decreasing the Exponential value will 'soften' the control feel around neutral and increasing the Exponential value will 'quicken' the control feel around neutral.
  • Page 22 EXPONENTIAL ACT/INH Setting 1) To use the Steering Exponential function, it must be Activated. Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to EXP, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to either ACT (Activate) or INH (Inhibit) the Exponential function.

  • Page 23: Adjustable Rate Control

    adjustable rate control Function Page 1 (ARC) The Adjustable Rate Control function varies the amount of servo action with respect to manipulation of the steering wheel or throttle trigger. Increasing the Adjustable Rate Control value will make the servo action quicker, while reducing the Adjustable Rate Control value will make the servo action milder.
  • Page 24 adjustable rate control ACT/INH Setting 1) To use the Steering Adjustable Rate Control function, it must be Activated. Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to ARC then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to either ACT (Activate) or INH (Inhibit) the Adjustable Rate Control function.

  • Page 25: Servo Speed

    servo speed Function Page 1 (SPEED) The Speed function slows down the servo speed during use. When driving your model, proper steering and braking are vital. The steering Speed setting helps to limit excessive steering, which will enable you to achieve smoother cornering. The Speed function can also be set on the Brake side of the throttle to help ensure that the brakes don't react to quickly or become too 'touchy'.

  • Page 26: Servo Speed

    servo speed [ TH ] THROTTLE SERVO SPEED The Throttle Servo Speed function affects only the BRAKE side and the Return to Neutral. The SPEED setting does not affect throttle operation when the throttle trigger positioning is located within the shaded areas. The Throttle Servo Speed function will not be noticeable within the outlying shaded areas.

  • Page 27: Anti-Lock Braking

    anti-lock braking Function Page 1 (ALB) Anti-Lock Braking makes it possible to achieve stable braking even on a slippery track. With stable braking, your model is better able to trace an exact line under braking. This function also enables you to set different braking characteristics depending on your particular model.

  • Page 28: Traction Control

    anti-lock braking SW Setting In the default configuration, Anti-Lock Braking is effective only as long as the Sw 2 switch is depressed. You can change the way the switch will operate the ALB function as follows: Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to SW, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired SW value.
  • Page 29 traction control [ FWd ] FOrWArd TrACTION CONTrOL Forward Traction Control changes the Traction Control settings when the throttle is moving from Neutral to the High position. There is no traction control setting for the Brake side.. Increasing the TRACTION percentage, combined with the DELAY percentage creates a stepped acceleration through the servo's movement up to the POINT setting.
  • Page 30 traction control [ rTN ] rETurN TO NEuTrAL TrACTION CONTrOL Return to Neutral Traction Control changes the Traction Control settings when the throttle trigger is moving from High to the Neutral position. Increasing the TRACTION percentage, combined with the DELAY percentage creates a stepped acceleration through the servo's movement up to the POINT setting.

  • Page 31: Model Naming

    model naming Function Page 1 (MODEL) The Model function allows you to make settings related to Model Select (SELECT), Model Name (NAME), and Model Copy/Model Clear (COPY/CLEAR) functions. Data for up to 30 different models can be stored in the transmitter's built-in EEPROM memory. This allows you to use the transmitter with different models and quickly and easily select the programming for each of them.
  • Page 32 model naming [ COPY / CLEAr ] MOdEL COPY / MOdEL CLEAr The Copy/Clear function enables you to copy data from the currently selected model to another model, or to copy another model’s data into the currently selected model. Data can be cleared on the model that is currently selected. Copy Model Data - Current Model to Another Model 1) Press the Function key to move the cursor to [COPY/ CLEAR] in the MODEL Programming Window.

  • Page 33: Servo Sub-Trim

    servo Sub-trim Function Page 2 (SUB-T) The Sub-Trim function corrects the neutral trim settind for steering and throttle, making it possible to center the trim switches (Tim 1, Trm2, and Trm3) while ensuring the steering and throttle servo horns remain centered. When adjusting linkages, Sub-Trim allows you to fix an accurate center position.

  • Page 34: Track Timers

    track timers Function Page 2 (TIMER) The Timer function features three different types of timers. Timers are provided for measuring Lap, Interval, and Countdown and Count-Up timers. These three timers can also be used simultaneously. In addition, a high degree of freedom and convenience is provided by the ability to assign each of the timers to a switch to perform simultaneous or independent operation.
  • Page 35 track timers Starting the Lap Timer 1) In the default configuration, the Lap Timer Switch is assigned to Sw 3. To start the Lap Timer, press the Lap Timer Switch. The Lap Timer will start counting up. Pressing the Lap Timer switch a second time will store the first Lap Time, then begin counting a second Lap Time and display the Cumulative Time.
  • Page 36 track timers Setting Interval Timer One (T1) 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to T1 00', then press INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired Interval Time in Minutes. 2) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to T1 00", then press INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired Interval Time in Seconds.

  • Page 37: Servo Reversing

    track timers Setting the Countdown Timer 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to 00', then press INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired Countdown Time in Minutes. 2) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to 00", then press INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired Countdown Time in Seconds.

  • Page 38: Starting Position

    starting position Function Page 2 (S-POS) The Starting Position function is used primarily with glow- or gas-powered models. It allows you to open the throttle a desired amount and hold it there with only the press of a button. This makes it easier to start the engine. With the transmitter set to 4CH Mode, a desired amount of braking can be applied independently making it possible to obtain safer engine starts by applying the brakes while still keeping throttle open a desired amount.

  • Page 39: Throttle Hold

    throttle hold Function Page 2 (TH-HLD) The Throttle Hold function is used primarily with glow- or gas-powered models. It allows you to perform several different functions depending on how the Throttle Hold function is set up. For example, when set to a negative value, you can stop the engine with only the press of a button.

  • Page 40: Brake Mixing

    brake mixing Function Page 2 (BR-MIX) The Brake Mixing function is used primarily with 1/5th scale gas-powered models or other types of models that use two separate brake servos. Brake servo Delay can be set for the 2nd channel brake, the 3rd channel brake, or the 4th channel brake either independently or at the same time.
  • Page 41 brake mixing 3CH-Brake Setting 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to 3CH-BRAKE in the Programming Window, then press INC/+ or DEC/- keys to either Activate or Inhibit the 3rd Channel Brake. When you set 3CH-BRAKE to ACT, the 3CH DELAY option becomes available.

  • Page 42: Compensation Mixing

    compensation mixing Function Page 2 (C-MIX) The Compensation Mixing function allows you to mix two channels together, then apply that mixing to the channels themselves. For example, you can use Compensation Mixing to activate an air-brake or a wing on your model when you apply the brakes, or when you reach full throttle.
  • Page 43 compensation mixing [ C-MIX1 ] COMPENSATION MIXING 1 Master L / R Mixing Setting 1) Press the Function key to highlight the C-MIX menu. [C-MIX1] will be active in the Programming Window and the cursor will default to ST1. 2) Press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to choose which channel you want to be the MASTER.

  • Page 44: Compensation Mixing

    compensation mixing 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to OFFSET, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to adjust the desired OFFSET value. C-MIX C-MIX1 OFFSET setting range is -150 to 150. The default setting is 0. By setting the OFFSET value to 100, the Dial Knob (Auxiliary Channel 3) can be set so that no mixing occurs when the Dial Knob is turned all the way to the left, but full mixing will occur when the Dial Knob is turned all the way to the right.

  • Page 45: Servo Monitor

    servo monitor Function Page 2 (SERVO) The Servo Monitor function displays the output levels of the four different channels in bar graph form, allowing you to monitor servo operation in a virtual manner. This allows you to see servo movement and make setting changes without having the receiver turned on.

  • Page 46: Transmitter Set-Up

    Transmitter set-up Function Page 3 (SET-uP) The Set-Up function allows you to make a number of custom options related to transmitter function and display. Transmitter and receiver Binding is also accomplished through the Set-Up menu. [ SYSTEM ] SYSTEM uSEr OPTIONS LCD Display Contrast Setting 1) Press the Function key to highlight the SET-UP menu.
  • Page 47 FH2 - Select this Modulation Type when using legacy SANWA 2.4GHz FHSS-2 receivers. (RX-442FS) FH3 - Select this Modulation Type when using SANWA 2.4GHz FHSS-3 receivers (stock). FH3F - Select this Modulation Type when using SANWA 2.4GHz FHSS-3 receivers. Choose FH3F ONLY if using your transmitter in France. Channel Mode Setting 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to CHANNEL, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired Channel Mode.

  • Page 48: Audio Signal Sound

    Transmitter set-up Servo Mode Setting 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to ST, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired Steering Servo Mode. SET-UP MOD ST setting range is NOR and SHR. The default setting is NOR.
  • Page 49 audio signal sound Pre-Alarm Tone Setting 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to the left-side PRE-ALM S10 setting, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to adjust the desired Tonal value for the first half S10 setting. 2) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to the right-side PRE-ALM S10 setting, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to adjust the desired Tonal value for the second half S10 setting.

  • Page 50: Key Assignments

    key assignments Function Page 3 ( -ASGN) The Key Assign function allows you to assign different functions to the Push-Button Switches (Sw 1, Sw2 , and Sw3) and the Trim Switches (Trm 1, Trm 2, Trm 3, Trm4, and Trm 5). When the transmitter is set to 4CH Mode, Auxiliary Channel 3 can be assigned to the Dial Knob or to any of the five Trim Switches.
  • Page 51 key assignments 1) Press the Function key to highlight the -ASG menu. [SW] will be active in the Programming Window and the cursor will default to FUNC1. Press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the first desired Function for Sw 1. 3) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to FUNC2, then press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the second desired Function for Sw 1.
  • Page 52 key assignments Function Selection Setting 1) Press the Function key to move the cursor to [TRIM] in the Programming Window. The cursor will default to TRM1. 2) Press the INC/+ or DEC/- keys to set the desired Function to be controlled by Trm 1.
  • Page 53 key assignments FuNCTION MENu DEFAuLT STEP SETTING DEFAuLT SWITCH Speed - Steering - Forward SP-S-F 1 (1-10) Speed - Steering - Return to Neutral SP-S-R 1 (1-10) Speed - Steering - Point SP-S-P 1 (1-10) Speed - Brake - Forward SP-B-F 1 (1-10) Speed - Brake - Return to Neutral...

  • Page 54: User Naming

    user naming Function Page 3 (uSER) The User Name function allows you to input a User Name to register the transmitter. The User Name can be displayed in the Programming Window when the Battery (BATT) menu is active. The User Name can consist of up to 12 letters, numerals, or symbols. Press the ENTER key to move the cursor to the right and press the key to move the cursor to the left.

  • Page 55: Fail Safe

    fail safe Function Page 3 (F-SAFE) The Fail Safe function automatically sets the servos to a predetermined position in the event that the signal between the transmitter and the receiver is interrupted, whether due to signal degradation or to low battery. Several different setting options are available. The Fail Safe function can be set to Hold the servos in the last position they were in when the signal was lost, or each of the servos can be set to move to a custom position when the signal is lost.
  • Page 56 fail safe Clearing Fail Safe Settings 1) Press the ENTER key to move the cursor next to the channel you would like to clear the Fail Safe setting from. 2) To reset the predetermined position to 0%, press the INC/+ and DEC/- keys at the same time.

  • Page 57: Variable Rate Adjustment

    variable rate adjustment Function Page 3 (VR-ADJ) The Variable Rate Adjustment function allows you to periodically recalibrate your steering wheel and throttle trigger operation. The Variable Rate Adjustment function also allows you to adjust the servo to move 100% of its maximum travel if you choose to limit the movement of the steering wheel.

  • Page 58: Variable Rate Adjustment

    variable rate adjustment Limiting Maximum Steering Wheel Movement The maximum right and left movement of the steering wheel can be adjusted to suit your taste. You can then you can use the VR Adjustment function to set maximum steering servo travel. 1) Remove the black steering wheel grip from the steering wheel by firmly pulling it straight off.

  • Page 59: Custom Menu Display

    custom menu display Function Page 3 (C-MENU) The Custom Menu function allows you to create up to three Custom Function Pages (C1, C2, and C3) that replace the Default Function Pages (F1, F2, and F3). This makes programming the transmitter more user-friendly, since you can place your most accessed menus onto one or more Custom Function Pages.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting Guide

    This troubleshooting guide has been provided to help you diagnose and solve most problems that you may encounter with your M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system. Most problems encountered can be solved by following the problem-cause-solution sections. PROBLEM...

  • Page 61: Glossary Of Terms

    Brake Side: Refers to the throttle trigger stroke that engages the brakes on your model (pushing the throttle trigger). Charging Jack: Used for onboard charging of the 6 cell 1500mAH NiMH battery. Only use the charger included with your M11X FHSS-3 2.4GHz radio control system to charge the battery through the charging jack.
  • Page 62 FH2 Modulation: Frequency Hopping 2nd generation FHSS technology. FH2 Modulation is used in legacy SANWA 2.4GHz FHSS-2 transmitters and receivers, such as the SANWA TM-222FS, and MX-3FG radio control systems. FH3 Modulation: Frequency Hopping 3rd generation FHSS technology. FH3 Modulation is used in the SANWA M11X 2.4GHz FHSS-3 transmitter and receiver.
  • Page 63 glossary of terms Programming Window: The area in the LCD Display that the actual programming of the different transmitter functions takes place. Push-Button Switch: The transmitter features three separate Push-Button Switches in different locations (Sw 1, Sw 2, and Sw 3). Each Push-Button Switch is programmable and will perform a different function depending on what function is assigned to it.

  • Page 64: Index

    index SYMBOLS 2CH Mode 18, 19, 20, 37, 41 4CH Mode 15, 18, 19, 20, 33, 38, 39, 40, 50, 61 ACT/INH Setting 22, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 44 Adjustable Rate Control 14, 23, 24, 51, 52, 61 Adjustable Servo Speed 5 Alarm Setting 34, 38 Antenna 6, 7, 8, 61 Antenna Reception Wire 8, 61...
  • Page 65 index Function Keys 50, 53, 62 Function Pages 15 Grip 5, 7, 8, 62 Help Display Area 12, 14, 61, 62, 63 High Side 22, 38, 39, 57, 62 High Side Setting 22 INC/+ Key 12, 62 Information Window 12, 14, 63 Inhibit 22, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 41, 44, 50, 62 Interval Timer 35, 36, 49, 51, 62 Key-Lock Switch 5, 6, 8, 62...

  • Page 66: Index

    index Safety 3, 4, 11 Scroll Key 12, 63 Servo 63 Servo Monitor 5, 14, 45, 60, 62, 63 Servo Reversing 5, 14, 37, 45, 63 Servo Speed 5, 14, 25, 26, 63 SHR Mode 5, 63 Specifications 5, 11 SPEED Setting 27 Spring tension 60 Starting Position 5, 38, 50, 51, 53, 63...

  • Page 67: Notes

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