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Summary of Contents for Team Losi Desert Truck LOSB0102
- Page 1 LOSB0102 1/10th Desert Truck RTR Not responsible for errors. All prices subject to change without notice. Losi, a Division of Horizon Hobby, Inc.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Introduction ....................2 Thank you for purchasing the Losi ™ Desert Truck. We are Safety Precautions: ..................3 confident you will be satisfied with the performance in this Supplied and Required Equipment .............4 durable and resilient vehicle. Battery/Charging ..................5 Understanding that you are anxiously wanting to get your Technical Overview ................ -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Batteries and Charging: The Desert Truck uses rechargeable batteries such as NiMH or We hope you operate this RC model in a safe, reasonable LiPo. These batteries all have special requirements to preserve and cautious fashion so it leads to your enjoyment and performance and last a long time. -
Page 4: Supplied And Required Equipment
Supplied and Required Equipment NiMH battery charger with automatic “peak detection” recommended. Or a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) charger that will Supplied tools: charge a LiPo battery. 2-Way wrench Transmitter / Receiver BIND Plug DYN4044 Vision Peak 2 AC/DC Charger Four (4) Hex Wrench “L”... -
Page 5: Battery/Charging
If you are going to be using a charger other than a peak detection charger it is important to have your battery fully discharged prior to recharging. Many of these have a 15-20 minute timer that allows you to set to the amount of charge time. -
Page 6: Technical Overview
The Losi Desert Truck Overview... - Page 7 The Losi LSR-3000 Radio System Overview Antenna Steering Wheel Dual Rate Adjustment (ST. D/R) Steering Trim (ST. Trim) Throttle Trim Power On/Off (TH. Trim) Switch Throttle/Brake Trigger Auxiliary Channel Throttle Channel Steering Channel Binding Port...
- Page 8 Desert Truck Electronics System Overview Motor Male Battery Plug MRX3000 Receiver On/ Off Switch Setup Button Bind Plug MSC 12RB 12T ESC Digital Servo...
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Page 9: Esc Overview/Requirements
MSC 12RB 12T Fwd/Rev ESC Adjusting theTransmitter Features • High power FET control with proportional forward and reverse. 1. Set the “throttle reversing” switch to the NORMAL position. • High frequency design delivers smooth speed transition. 2. Set the “throttle trim” to the CENTER position. •... -
Page 10: Transmitter Battery Installation
Installing Batteries: Transmitter Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the transmitter by sliding it away from the base of the handle. Install the four (4) AA size batteries (not included) into the base, noting polarity when inserting each battery. Transmitter with batteries Reinstall the battery cover by sliding it back on the handle base. -
Page 11: Vehicle Battery Installation
Battery Pack(s) To install the battery pack remove the battery hold-down strap by removing the clip from the front mounting boss, and then, while lifting the strap, pulling forward in one motion. After you have inserted the fully-charged battery pack reinstall the battery hold-down strap. Notice that the battery hold-down has a flat side while the other side has strengthening ribs;... -
Page 12: Quick Start
Quick Start Note: Please read the entire manual to gain a full understanding of the Desert Truck vehicle, fine-tuning the setup and performing maintenance. 1. Read the safety precautions found on page 3. This is important for your safety and prevention of personal injury. -
Page 13: Losi Dsm Radio System
Losi LSR-3000 Radio System ® The Losi LSR-3000 Radio System with Spektrum™ 2.4GHz DSM Technology radio system included with the Desert Truck operates on 2.4GHz and provides 79 unique channels, which are automatically selected when the transmitter and vehicle are turned on. The communication between the transmitter and receiver begins in the few seconds after both are turned on. - Page 14 Steering and Throttle End-Point Adjustment Pots (4) Receiver There is no adjustment required of the receiver. Please note the different slots for connection. Auxiliary Channel Throttle Channel Steering Channel Binding Port There is Bind, channel one, channel two and auxiliary slots. ®...
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Page 15: Driving The Desert Truck
Driving the Desert Truck Please note the following precautions before running How you drive your Desert Truck will also affect your run your Desert Truck. times. If you are performing runs, going from a standstill to full speed repeatedly, you are asking a lot from your batteries and •... -
Page 16: Tuning, Adjusting And Maintaining The Desert Truck
Tuning, Adjusting & Maintaining the Desert Truck Tuning the Front End of the Desert Truck Shock Location: The Desert Truck has two mounting locations Periodically examine your Desert Truck for the following: on the front shock tower. The position can be easily adjusted •... - Page 17 Inboard Camber Location: The Desert Truck has three Outboard Camber Location: In addition to the inboard different inner locations with vertical adjustment for the front camber location, the Desert Truck also provides three outboard camber tie rod. In general, the lower or further out the inside mounting options.
- Page 18 but provide more on-power steering on high traction surfaces. Tuning the Rear End of the Desert Truck Pro-squat will also help the Desert Truck from pulling wheelies Shock Location: Moving the shocks out on the arm will result on high bite surfaces. Also available is an aftermarket part that in less forward traction and let the Desert Truck make more of is a 0 degree rear pivot block (LOSA2112), if pro-squat is desired an arc through the exit of the turn.
- Page 19 Adjusting Gear Mesh Battery Position: This is a critical adjustment that is often overlooked but can be very useful. Start by running the battery Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of stripped spur spaced in the middle (standard setup with 6-cell battery pack). gears.
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Page 20: Troubleshooting Your Desert Truck
Vehicle runs slowly/slow acceleration: Troubleshooting your Desert Truck Check the battery connectors. Many questions are the result of simple user errors or minor Confirm that battery is charged. adjustments which are easily addressed. If after reading below you cannot resolve your problem, then please call Horizon Vehicle will not reverse: Customer Service at 1-877-504-0233. -
Page 21: Warranty Information
Warranty Information If you as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this Product, you are Warranty Period advised to return this Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase. Exclusive Warranty- Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products purchased (the “Product”) will be free from Law: These Terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard... -
Page 22: Rc Terminology
Non-Warranty Repairs RC Terminology Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair BEC (Battery Elimination Circuit) – The BEC is used to eliminate will be completed and payment will be required without the need for a receiver pack to power the radio system. On notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense most electric vehicles this is located in the electronic speed exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. - Page 23 Profiles – The MSC 12RB has two (2) preset profiles. Forward Only and Forward and Reverse profile. The Forward only profile can be selected for racing purposes. The Forward/Reverse profile is great for running in your neighborhood. Receiver – A device mounted into the vehicle that receives and decodes a signal sent by a transmitter.
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Page 24: Parts Listing
Replacement Parts List Part Number Description Price LOSA1022 Front Axles for XX-T Wheels (GTX, NXT, XXX-T) ..................$6.00 LOSA1113 Front Shock Tower (Desert Truck) ......................$5.99 LOSA1118 Front Suspension Arms (Desert Truck) ....................$7.99 LOSA1146 Front Outer & Kingpins 3/32” (XX, ‘CR’ , XXX, XXX-T) .................$3.00 LOSA1150 Front Outer Hinge Pin (XXX-T) .........................$3.50 LOSA1610... - Page 25 Shock Pistons #55 (Orange) (4) .......................$3.00 LOSA5156 2.5” Spring 3.4 Rate Rear (Silver) ......................$2.50 LOSA5224 Team Losi Certified Shock Fluid 30 wt Front ..................$3.50 LOSA6001 Ball Studs w/Rod Ends 4-40 x 3/16” (4) ....................$3.50 LOSA6020 H.D. 30-degree Plastic Rod Ends (Sport)(12) ..................$4.50 LOSA6030 Assembly Wrench (version 2) ........................$1.50...
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Page 26: Optional Parts Listing
Optional Parts for the Desert Truck Part Number Description Price LOSA2961 CVD Rebuild Kit: Desert Truck ........................$5.99 LOSA3065 Silicone Differential Compound (Optional) ..................$2.50 LOSA3927 90-Tooth, 48-Pitch Spur Gear for Double-Disk Slipper ..............$3.50 LOSA3929 86-Tooth, 48-Pitch Spur Gear for Double-Disk Slipper ..............$3.50 LOSA3930 84-Tooth, 48-Pitch Spur Gear for Double-Disk Slipper ..............$3.50 LOSA3932... - Page 30 Use this page to record tuning information...
- Page 31 Use this page to record tuning information...
- Page 32 ©2008 Losi, A division of Horizon Hobby, Inc. Not responsible for typographical errors. 800-0359 All pricing subject to change without notice. R5816T...
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