HITEC SPECTRA 2.4 Instruction

HITEC SPECTRA 2.4GHz
Module Instruction
Dispose of the used battery according to the instructions.
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Hereby, HITEC RCD Inc, declares that this product is in compliance with the essential
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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause an undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the Hitec Adaptive Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (AFHSS) 2.4GHz
module and receiver system. This manual contains the complete directions on how to use the Spectra 2.4GHz
module and Hitec's telemetry & non-telemetry receivers, version v3.00(0) or higher. We encourage you to
review the entire manual before using these products.
Service & Support
Hitec Customer Service
Help is available from Hitec customer service through phone support and e-mail inquiries.
Our US office is generally open Monday thru Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30PM PST. These hours and days may vary by
season. Every attempt is made to answer all incoming service calls. Should you get our voice mail, leave your
name and number and a staff member will return your call.
Hitec Website
Make plans to visit the Hitec website, www.hitecrcd.com, on a regular basis. Not only is it full of specs and
other information about the entire Hitec product line, our website's FAQ pages will eventually hold valuable
information and program updates about the Spectra 2.4 module and Optima series of receivers.
The On-Line Community
One of the benefits of the extensive R/C online community is the vast wealth of archived knowledge available.
Hitec sponsors forums on most of the popular R/C websites where a Hitec staff member or representative tries
to answer all manner of product related questions. Bringing together strangers with common interests is
proving to be one of the greatest gifts of the internet. If past history is any guide to the future, we are certain
forums will be started about the Hitec 2.4 system and several are certain to stand out as valuable archives of
information.
Warranty and Non-Warranty Service
All Hitec products carry a two year from date-of-purchase warranty against manufacturer's defects. Our trained
and professional service representative will determine if the item will be repaired or replaced. To provide all
the necessary information we need to administrate your repair, visit our website at www.hitecrcd.com and
download the repair form, fill it out and send in your item for repair.
Hitec Service
12115 Paine St. Poway CA 92064
1-858-748-6948
E-mail: service@hitecrcd.com
1. For maximum performance, it is recommended to position the antenna at a 90 degree angle as
shown in the picture below.
Recommended Position
version 3.0
v3.00(0)
2. The receiver antenna should not be placed near the engine, metal parts or high current batteries.
3. When using a large number of high-power digital servos in a model, it is highly recommended to
use the SPC feature to insure the receiver always gets the power it needs in high load conditions.
If not, use the system with enough receiver battery capacity.
4. There could be a possible time delay in receiving telemetry data from the HTS-SS (sensor-station)
depending on the conditions in the area you fly.
* When the SPECTRA 2.4 module is used for Futaba* radios, the PPM mode is required to
be activated for proper work.
Warning * Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan.
AFHSS 2.4GHz Telemetric Module
Stock # 28315
1. Dual Blue and Red Status Indicator LED's
- Indicates the set-up process codes and current status of the module.
2. Function Button
- Used for linking the module to a receiver,
entering the power down mode for range checks and switching system to the Scan / Normal Mode set-up.
3. Sensor Data Output and System Update Connector Port
- A three-pin servo connector port is featured on the Spectra 2.4GHz module allowing you to upgrade the
device software as well as download any information recorded when using Hitec's AFHSS 2.4GHz optional
on-board sensors. This port also interfaces with our new telemetry system sensor station, allowing real-time
data display on the ground when flying with the Aurora 9 transmitter.
4. Adjustable Omni-Directional Antenna
- The Spectra 2.4GHz antenna is an omni-directional antenna which can transmit and receive the transmitter
and receiver data.
For the best reception, refer to the set-up example picture in the above Warning box.
5. Compatible Transmitters
- The Spectra 2.4GHz module and antenna can be used with the following Hitec transmitters:
Aurora 9, Eclipse 7, Optic 6, and all future Hitec module-type transmitters
- In all cases, any transmitter using the Spectra 2.4GHz module will be compatible only with Hitec's AFHSS
2.4GHz series of receivers.
- Except for the Aurora 9 and future Hitec models, all other transmitters' modulations must be set up as PPM
Note
Warning!
Spectra 2.4 Module Features
Transmitter Antenna Installation
The antenna provided with your system is a two part device that can be modified to fit the
Hitec Eclipse 7, Optic 6, Aurora 9 and Futaba® transmitters that use the FP-TP-FM module.
Telescopic Antenna Mount
1. Disassemble the Telescopic Antenna Mount and Folding Antenna
a. The first step is to "snap" the antenna apart. The lower part should be adjusted prior to the installation into
your transmitter, while the upper part connects to the module with the wire installed in step 4.
b. Note how to hold the antenna and where it separates. Grasp the two pieces and gently pull them apart.
2. Adjusting the length of the lower antenna mount.
a. Pull out the locking pin as shown.
b. Adjust the length of the telescopic antenna mount to fit your transmitter and slide the locking pin back in.
See the graphic below for guidance on where to place the pin on your transmitter.
ECLIPSE 7
3. How to install the antenna mount into the transmitter
a. Insert the telescopic antenna mount into the transmitter and turn it clockwise until it is screwed
into the transmitter.
b. Note the position of the antenna mount top "rotation stopper". Adjust the stopper as shown.
4. Assembling the folding antenna top
a. Snap the top of the antenna back into the mount as pictured below,
push it in until you hear the "click" sound.
Folding Antenna
OPTIC 6 / OPTIC 6 SPORT
AURORA 9