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USERS GUIDE
Version 1.0.2
Published July 2005

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  • Page 1 USERS GUIDE Version 1.0.2 Published July 2005...
  • Page 2 Sensor Quick Reference Display Screen Antenna Headphone & PC Connections Speaker On/Off Switch Steering Trim Steering W heel Throttle Shift Buttons Trigger Batter y Compartment / Receiver Program ming Cable Display Screen Navigation Menu Button Controls Selection Buttons (TL) Steering Trim...
  • Page 3 Indicator LED Analog Sensor s Receptacles for: (e.g., Temp) RX Batter y (po wer) Receptacle for: Steering (Ch1) Throttle (Ch2) Digital Sensor (e.g., Shift Servo (Ch3) RPM/Speed ) /Receiver Programming Cable BIND button (recessed) Receptacle for: Car Batter y Sensor...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    G rip Buttons ............4 Installing the RC Desktop........66 Connection P orts ..........4 Connecting the Sensor to your C omputer....73 Charging and Installing Batteries ....5 U sing the S ensor Digital RC Desktop...... 73 Charging the S upplied N iM H Batteries...... 5 Registration............

  • Page 5: Statement Of Compliance

    FCC authorization to operate this equipment. RF Exposure Statement This transmitter has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Nomadio accessories supplied or designated for this product, and prov ided at least 20 cm separation between the antenna and the user's body is maintained.

  • Page 6: Getting To Know Your Sensor

    This switch turns the Sensor on and off. Display Screen This is the screen y ou’ll be seeing 95% of the time while using the Sensor. It display s radio and battery Driving screen status, telemetry data that y ou select, and your serv o information.

  • Page 7: Selection Buttons

    • Increases selected v alue. Display s next reading. • Goes to next sub-menu. • Goes to selected sub-menu • Sav es the change to the selected setting. Selection Buttons In the function menu Sets the currently edited v alue to its maximum v alue.

  • Page 8: Charging And Installing Batteries

    The Sensor is powered by four AA-size batteries (1.2~1.5V). You may use the four AA-size 1.2V NiMH batteries provided wi t h the Sensor, or you may use AA-size alkaline batteries (1.5V). Before using your Sensor, make sure the batteries are fully charged.

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Screen

    Adjusting the Screen The display screen at the top of the Sensor can be repositioned for easier viewing. Tools needed: 7/64” hex wrench 1. Make sure Sensor is turned off before moving the screen. 2. Using the hex wrench, loosen the two screws holding the display screen.

  • Page 10: Converting For Left Handed Use

    C: Swap the Assemblies C1. Pass the steering wheel connector wire through the Sensor body so it comes out the LEFT side hole (where the speaker used to be). C2. Pass the speaker through the Sensor body so it comes out the RIGHT side hole (where the steering wheel used to be).
  • Page 11 D4. Reattach the steering wheel assembly to the LEFT side of the Sensor body. D5. Reattach the steering wheel. Make sure the steering wheel has full left-and-right movement. D6. Reinsert the Nomadio emblem in the center of the steering wheel.

  • Page 12: Installing The Transceiver

    Installing the Transceiver Mounting the Transceiver • Install the transceiv er so it is protected from v ibration or shock . • Use double-sided tape or Velcro® to mount the transceiv er. • Position the transceiv er where it will not contact other solid components. •...

  • Page 13: Installing The Sensors

    The sensor has been designed to be thin enough to fit between the fins on a heat sink. Two sets of holes are provided to wire-tie the sensor in place if desired. Alternately, a high- temperature epoxy may be used to secure the sensor.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Temperature Sensor

    Connecting the Temperature Sensor Connected Pins Unused Pin After you install the temperature sensor in the vehicle, plug it into the “Sensor 1” or “Sensor 2” receptacle. The four-pin connector on the sensor cable has only three wires populated. The...

  • Page 15: Binding The Transceiver

    You must therefore perform the binding process once for each transceiver that will communicate with your Sensor. Note that the Sensor cannot communicate wi t h all of the transceivers at the same time, but rather the Sensor will communicate only with the transceiver associated with the Sensor’s currently active model.
  • Page 16 Now, every time you turn on the Sensor and set it to the appropriate model ID (see “Managing Models” later in this manual), the Sensor goes to a special “lookup channel” and searches for messages from the appropriate VIN. When you turn on the vehicle’s transceiver, the transceiver goes to the lookup channel and broadcasts i t s VIN so i t can be found by the appropriate Sensor.

  • Page 17: Binding Your Transceiver The First Time

    3. After putting your model on a stand to prevent runaways, power up the vehicle and transceiver. 4. Bring the Sensor close to the model. This will help the transceiver and Sensor to “find” each other more easily. 5. In the Sensor’s “Manage Models” function menu, select “Rebind.”...

  • Page 18: Sensor Controls

    Sensor Controls The functions of the Sensor are controlled through the function menu and/or trim controls. To perform this action… Press… Toggles between the driv ing screen and the function m enu menu or returns to the prev ious lev el from a sub-...

  • Page 19: Top Menu Level

    Top Menu Level The following illustration shows the function menu structure for the top level menu. All main sub-menus may be accessed from the top menu level. Top Level Menu Stee ring (Ch1) Thr ottle (Ch2) Shift (Ch3) A dvanced Manage Models Controlle r Setup Statistics...
  • Page 20 Steering Trim Steering trim adjusts the center point of the steering servo by adjusting the center point within the steering servo’s total travel range. Unlike steering sub- trim, the steering left and right end points are unaffected by steering trim; by moving the center point of the steering servo using trim, the center position...
  • Page 21 Adjusting Steering Trim using the Steering Trim Buttons You can use the steering trim buttons on the left and right sides of the Sensor to adjust steering trim. Push the trim button forward to adv ance the trim, backward to reduce it. If y ou hav e a sound attached to the trim adjustment y ou will hear the sound each time the trim is changed.
  • Page 22 Steering Dual Rate Steering dual rate adjusts the range of servo movement when the steering wheel is fully turned in either the left or right direction. This is used to increase or decrease the steering sensitivity across the entire servo range.
  • Page 23 Adjusting Steering Dual Rate using the Trim Button You can also use the T2 trim button to adjust the steering dual rate. Dual Rate and End Point Adjustment Full servo range is determined by the left and right end point adjustments. The dual rate value determines the relative servo range between the left and right end points.
  • Page 24 Adjusting Steering Exponential Use the navigation controls to adjust steering exponential as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu from menu the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Steering (Ch1) then menu. 3. Nav igate to Expo. Value Description Neutral steering response (linear).
  • Page 25 Steering trim increment adjusts the sensitivity of the steering trim buttons on the left and right sides of the Sensor, by adjusting the amount that the servo trim value increments for one “step” of adjustment. For example, setting the trim increment value to “5”...
  • Page 26 Adjusting Steering Trim Increment Use the navigation controls to adjust steering trim increment as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu from menu the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Steering (Ch1) then menu. 3. Nav igate to Trim Increment. Value Description Steering trim v alue changes by set...
  • Page 27 Steering Left End Point The steering left end point value adjusts how far the steering servo turns to the LEFT wi t h respect to its full range of motion to the left. End point adjustment should be adjusted prior to other steering settings, as the left end point value affects other steering settings.
  • Page 28 Changing the left end point value has the following visual effect on the driving screen bars. Left end point v alue is approximately the same as the right end point v alue. Increased left end point v alue (more servo trav el to the left is possible). Decreased left end point v alue (less serv o trav el to the left is possible).
  • Page 29 Steering Right End Point The steering right end point value adjusts how far the steering servo turns to the RIGHT wi t h respect to its full range of motion to the right. End point adjustment should be adjusted prior to other steering settings, as the right end point value affects other steering settings.
  • Page 30 The position of the pointer on the bar is affected by the steering end point values (left and right) and trim setting; increasing the right end point value may visually appear to have the same effect as decreasing the left end point value. Adjusting the Right End Point The right end point value is a relative value, and is expressed as the percentage of full travel to the right.
  • Page 31 Steering Servo Reverse Steering servo reversing reverses the direction the servo moves upon receiving an input from the steering wheel. Changing the Steering Servo Reverse Setting Use the navigation controls to change the steering servo reverse setting as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu from menu the driv ing screen.
  • Page 32 Steering Speed Steering speed allows you to limit the maximum speed that the steering servo will be driven to match your movements on the wheel. There are three parameters that can be adjusted to precisely set up your limiting. Trigger sets the minimum amount of control input before the speed limiter becomes active.

  • Page 33: Throttle Functions

    Throttle Functions The following illustration shows the function menu structure for the throttle functions: Throttle ( Ch 2 ) Trim - 100 to 100 Dual Rate 0 - 100 Throttle Expo - 100 to 100 Brake Expo - 100 to 100 Sub Trim - 100 to 100 Trim Increment...
  • Page 34 Throttle Trim On the driv ing screen, throttle trim is Steering (Ch1) represented by the position of the pointer Throttle (Ch2) on the middle bar. Shift (Ch3) Changing the throttle trim has the following visual effect on the driving screen bars: Throttle trim is centered in range (v alue = 0) Throttle trim is offset to throttle end (+v e v alue) Throttle trim is offset to brak e end (-v e v alue)
  • Page 35 Throttle Dual Rate Throttle dual rate adjusts the range of servo movement when the throttle trigger is moved from full brake to full throttle position. This is used to increase or decrease the throttle sensitivity across the entire servo range. The throttle dual rate value is applied to both throttle and brake end, and is expressed as a...
  • Page 36 Adjusting Throttle Dual Rate using the Function Menu Use the navigation controls to adjust throttle dual rate as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu menu from the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Throttle (Ch2) then menu.
  • Page 37 Throttle Exponential Throttle exponential adjusts how quickly or slowly the throttle servo responds with respect to the amount that the throttle trigger is moved to the THROTTLE end. This affects the sensitivity of the throttle servo near its neutral position. Adjusting the throttle exponential does not affect the brake exponential;...
  • Page 38 Brake Exponential Brake exponential adjusts how quickly or slowly the throttle servo responds with respect to the amount that the throttle trigger is moved to the BRAKE end. This affects the sensitivity of the throttle servo near its neutral position. Adjusting the brake exponential does not affect the throttle exponential;...
  • Page 39 Throttle Sub-Trim Throttle sub-trim adjusts the center point of the throttle servo. This differs from throttle trim in that throttle sub-trim adjusts the servo’s entire travel range; by moving the center point of the servo, the throttle and brake end points (throttle, brake) stay the same relative “distance”...
  • Page 40 Throttle Trim Increment Throttle trim increment adjusts the sensitivity of the throttle trim button, by adjusting the amount that the throttle trim value changes for one “step” of adjustment. For example, setting the throttle trim increment value to “5” changes the throttle trim value by 5 each time that the throttle trim button is pressed once.
  • Page 41 Adjusting Throttle Dual Rate Increment Use the navigation controls to adjust throttle dual rate increment as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu menu from the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Throttle (Ch2) then menu 3. Nav igate to DR Increment. Value Description Throttle dual rate v alue changes by set...
  • Page 42 On the driv ing screen, the brak e end point is represented by the length of the bar to the left of the pointer on the middle bar. Brake End Point The greater the left length of the bar, the Steering (Ch1) greater the brak e end point v alue.
  • Page 43 Adjusting the Brake End Point The brake end point value is a relative value, and is expressed as the percentage of full travel to the BRAKE end. For example, setting the brake end point value to “50” allows the throttle to go to only 50% of full brake.
  • Page 44 Throttle End Point The throttle end point value adjusts how far the throttle goes to the THROTTLE end wi t h respect to i t s full range of motion to the throttle end. End point adjustment should be adjusted prior to other throttle settings, as the throttle end point value affects other throttle settings.
  • Page 45 The position of the pointer on the bar is affected by end point values (throttle and brake) and trim setting; increasing the throttle end point value may visually appear to have the same effect as decreasing the brake end point value. Adjusting the Throttle End Point The throttle end point value is a relative value, and is expressed as the percentage of full travel to the THROTTLE end.
  • Page 46 Changing the Throttle Servo Reverse Setting Use the navigation controls to change the throttle servo reverse setting as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu from menu the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Throttle (Ch2) then menu.
  • Page 47 Throttle Speed Throttle speed allows you to limit the maximum speed that the throttle servo will be driven to match your movements on the trigger. There are four parameters that can be adjusted to precisely set up your limiting. Throttle Speed determines the percentage of full speed that is applied to the throttle movements that are above the throttle trigger setting.
  • Page 48 Changing the Throttle Speed Use the navigation controls to change the steering servo type as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu menu from the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Steering (Ch1) then menu. 3. Nav igate to Throttle Speed. Value Description The amount of limiting applied to serv o...

  • Page 49: Shift Servo Functions

    Shift Servo Functions The following illustration shows the function menu structure for the shift servo functions: Shift ( Ch 3 ) Trim - 100 to 100 Dual Rate 0 - 100 Low End Point - 100 to 0 High End Point 0 to 100 Servo Reverse Off , On...
  • Page 50 Adjusting Shift Servo Trim Use the navigation controls to adjust shift servo trim as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu menu from the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Shift (Ch3) then menu. 3. Nav igate to Trim. Value Description Shift serv o trim is centered within the...
  • Page 51 Changing the dual rate setting has the following visual effect on the driving screen bars: Full servo range is used. Lower dual rate v alue reduces serv o range. Adjusting Shift Servo Dual Rate Use the navigation controls to adjust shift servo dual rate as follows: 1.
  • Page 52 On the driv ing screen, the low end point is represented by the length of the bar to the left of the pointer on the lower bar. Low End Point The greater the left length of the bar, the Steering (Ch1) greater the low end Throttle (Ch2) point v alue.
  • Page 53 Trim and EPA Interaction A trim (or sub-trim) setting of 100 is equiv alent to an End Point setting of 20. High End Point The shift servo high end point value adjusts the shift servo’s ending position after shifting upwards. This is intended to be high gear and goes with the upshift sound event.
  • Page 54 The position of the pointer on the bar is affected by end point settings (low and high) and trim setting; increasing the high end point value may visually appear to have the same effect as decreasing the low end point value. Adjusting the High End Point The high end point value is a relative value, and is expressed as the percentage of full travel to the HIGH end.
  • Page 55 Shift Servo Reverse Shift servo reversing reverses the direction the shift servo moves upon receiving an input from the grip buttons. Changing the Shift Servo Reverse Setting Use the navigation controls to change the shift servo reverse setting as follows: 1.
  • Page 56 Changing the Shift Servo Type Use the navigation controls to change the shift servo type as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu menu from the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Shift (Ch3) then menu. 3. Nav igate to Servo Type. Value Description 4.
  • Page 57 Note that in 4WS or Thr/Brake mode the settings on this screen (End Points, Dual Rate, Trim, Reverse, Type, and Servo Speed) still take effect. The Expo setting from the master channel is used, for Thr/Brake Auto Start, Idle Up, and ABS apply. Ch3 Speed Ch3 speed allows you to limit the maximum speed that the shift servo will be driven to match your movements...
  • Page 58 Changing the Ch3 Speed Use the navigation controls to change the steering servo type as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu menu from the driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Steering (Ch1) then menu. 3. Nav igate to Throttle Speed. Value Description The amount of limiting applied to serv o...

  • Page 59: Model Management

    Copy Model Rebind Active Model The Sensor can store all settings for up to eight vehicles. The Active Model function is used to select the model to be used. When binding wi t h a transceiver in a vehicle, you must first select the active model to identify the vehicle.
  • Page 60 New Model You can create a new model settings profile if there are any model memories remaining. Creating a new model allows you to store the settings for another model. By defaul t , the new model setting is given the number of the next highest model number (For example, if there are currently 4 model settings, creating a new model will create “Model 5”...
  • Page 61 Deleting a Model Use the navigation controls to delete a model as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu from the menu driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Manage Models menu. then 3. Nav igate to A ctive Model. 4.
  • Page 62 6. If the receiv er was prev iously bound to a different Sensor, turn on the model and perform the binding process again by activ ating the Bind button until the LED illuminates. Otherwise, just turn on the model.

  • Page 63: Controller Setup

    Audio Volume You can set the audio volume to one of eleven settings. While many RC controllers let you adjust the sound to just ten settings, Sensor gives you one more. It’s one louder. Setting the Audio Volume Level Use the navigation controls to set the audio volume as follows: 1.
  • Page 64 3. Nav igate to Vibrator. 4. Turn the v ibration option on/off. Backlight You can set the brightness of the display screen backlight. The use of the backlight consumes power and will reduce the running time of your Sensor controller.
  • Page 65 Adjusting the Display Backlight Level Use the navigation controls to adjust the display backlight level as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu from the menu driv ing screen. 2. Nav igate to the Controller Setup then menu. 3. Nav igate to Backlight. Value Description 4.
  • Page 66 This does not change any of the steering or throttle settings that are stored in the memory profile. Recalibrating the Sensor Use the navigation controls to recalibrate the Sensor as follows: 1. A ccess the top function menu from the menu driv ing screen.

  • Page 67: Failsafes

    Failsafes You can set up the failsafe positions of the servos so that in the event of loss of signal, the servos go to their set failsafe positions. Default failsafe positions are centered steering and trim. Setting Failsafe Modes Use the navigation controls to set the failsafe modes as follows: 1.
  • Page 68 7. A 3-second countdown begins on the display screen. Before the countdown ends, use the Sensor controls to set the serv o failsafe positions. (For example, on a nitro car set steering to centered and throttle to full brak e.) A t the end of the countdown, a confirmation message indicates that the serv o failsafe positions were stored.

  • Page 69: Sensor Digital Rc Desktop

    Updating the Sensor firmware is as easy as uploading a file, or using your Internet connection to retrieve the latest firmware file directly from Nomadio and upload it to your Sensor in one easy step.
  • Page 70 3. When the installation begins you will be presented wi t h a Setup Wizard that begins wi t h the Nomadio License Agreement. Click I Agree to continue.
  • Page 71 4. Next choose the destination folder for the Digital RC Desktop by either typing in the path or clicking the Browse button and picking the folder you wish to use. Click the Next button to continue. 5. At the next screen, select the Start Menu folder for the Digital RC Desktop’s shortcuts. Click the Do not create shortcuts checkbox if you do not want shortcuts created.
  • Page 72 6. The Setup Wizard will next install all of the files required. 7. After installing the required files, the Setup Wizard will install the Universal Serial Bus device drivers that will allow the Digital RC Desktop to communicate wi t h the Sensor.
  • Page 73 9. On Windows XP you will be prompted if you want to install each of the two device drivers. Nomadio is actively working towards achieving Windows Logo Certification and currently passes all the required tests available from Windows Hardware Quality Labs.
  • Page 74 10. Once the device drivers are installed, click Finish to complete the device driver setup. 11. Digital RC Desktop Setup is now almost done. Click Next to continue.
  • Page 75 12. Leave the Run Nomadio Digital RC Desktop now? checkbox selected for the Setup Wizard to launch the program after exi t ing the Setup Wizard. Click Finish to exit the Nomadio Digital RC Desktop Setup.

  • Page 76: Connecting The Sensor To Your Computer

    Sensor. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into an availab le USB port on your computer. Your computer will recognize the Sensor as being connected via a new serial communications port. Using the Sensor Digital RC Desktop...

  • Page 77: Registration

    Digital RC Desktop. You can register immediately by choosing the Help menu and then choosing Register new Sensor. 2. The Digital RC Desktop will now read your Sensor’s ID. Connect and turn on your Sensor and click OK.
  • Page 78 Your Sensor ID will be automatically read from your Sensor and filled in. 4. When you click the Register button, a confirmation e-mail will be sent to you. This will e-mail will contain a link back to Nomadio’s registration site where you will be able to get your registration code.

  • Page 79: Receiving Settings From The Sensor

    Receiving Settings From the Sensor The Digital RC Desktop will attempt to receive settings from the Sensor on startup. You can also choose the File menu and then choose Receive Settings from Sensor. Finally you can choose the Receive Settings From Sensor toolbar button.

  • Page 80: Editing Settings

    Simply use the settings menu on the left side of the screen to find the settings you wish to edit. Individual settings appear in the right side of the screen. Changes can be saved to a file on your PC and/or sent to the Sensor. Saving Settings Settings can be saved by choosing the File menu and choosing either Save or Save As…...

  • Page 81: Sending Settings To The Sensor

    Sending Settings to the Sensor You can send your settings to the Sensor by choosing the File menu and then choosing Send Settings to Sensor. You can also send your settings by choosing the Send Settings to Sensor toolbar button. If you forget to send your settings to the sensor after editing them, the Digital RC Desktop will prompt you to send your settings on exit.

  • Page 82: Specifications

    Specifications * Specifications subject to change without notice. Sensor Controller Radio Type: digital spread spectrum 2.4Ghz Anti-Lock: brake anti-lock with cycle, delay, and depth Radio Mode: direct sequence spread spectrum Idle Up: yes Range: 1000ft. (approximate) Speaker: .75” w/headphone jack...

  • Page 83: Support

    Support Nomadio is committed to providing the best support in the RC market for its products. If you have any issues with your Sensor, please visit our support website at http://support.nomadio.net There you will find a wealth of knowledge from other Sensor users as well as Nomadio’s support staff.

  • Page 84: Nomadio 3 Year Limited Warranty

    Nomadio in fulfillment of its warranty obligation must be used in products for which warranty serv ice is claimed. When a refund is giv en, the product for which the refund is prov ided must be returned to Nomadio and becomes Nomadio's property .
  • Page 85 A uthorized Serv ice Prov ider will help determine whether y our product requires serv ice and, if it does, will inform you how Nomadio will prov ide it. Nomadio or its Nomadio A uthorized Serv ice Prov iders will prov ide warranty serv ice on products that are tendered or presented for serv ice during the Warranty Period, as permitted by law.

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