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Spektrum Firma 40A Brushed Smart ESC
with Dual Protocol Receiver
Spektrum Firma 40A gebürsteter
SMART-Geschwindigkeitsregler mit Dual-
Protokoll-Empfänger
Variateur ESC Smart à balais Spektrum
Firma 40 A avec récepteur double protocole
Spektrum Firma 40 A Smart ESC a spazzole
con ricevitore a doppio protocollo
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- Page 1 Spektrum Firma 40A Brushed Smart ESC with Dual Protocol Receiver Spektrum Firma 40A gebürsteter SMART-Geschwindigkeitsregler mit Dual- Protokoll-Empfänger Variateur ESC Smart à balais Spektrum Firma 40 A avec récepteur double protocole Spektrum Firma 40 A Smart ESC a spazzole con ricevitore a doppio protocollo...
- Page 2 NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product. Meaning of Special Language...
- Page 3 Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
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Page 4: Waterproof Component
Waterproof Component Your new Horizon Hobby® Spektrum 40A Brushed Waterproof ™ 2-in-1 ESC and Dual Protocol Receiver has been designed and built to allow you to operate the product in many “wet conditions”, including puddles, creeks, wet grass, snow and even rain. - Page 5 Usage Conditions Your ESC will operate successfully in any of the following, individual-usage scenarios: • 2 hours continuous operation in damp grass or vegetation. • 2 hours continuous operation in heavy fog (95% humidity, saturated air, condensing water). • 1 hour continuous operation in light rain (<0.10 in/2.5mm per hour). •...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Waterproof Component ............. 4 Features ................6 Diagram ................8 Installation ................ 9 Binding ................10 ESC and Transmitter Calibration ......... 11 Operation ................. 12 Failsafe ................12 Programming and Update Ports ......... 12 ESC Programming ............. 13 Programmable Items ............14 Programmable Values ............ - Page 7 There are three servo ports (Steering, Aux 1, Aux 2). The throttle is internally connected to the ESC and does not have a servo port. There are no telemetry ports, all telemetry features are integrated. Specifications SPMXSER1040 DSMR or SLT Receiver/ESC 2-in-1 Type with SMART Telemetry 2.13 x 0.83 x 1.34...
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Page 8: Diagram
Diagram Power Switch Programming Button IC3 Battery Connector Red/Green LED Bind Button Switch Mount Aux 2 Aux 1 Steering Receiver Update Port ESC Programming Port Motor Connectors Antenna Auxiliary (Light) Connectors NOTICE: Always disconnect the battery from the ESC when you have finished operating your vehicle. -
Page 9: Installation
Installation 1. Determine how to mount the ESC/Receiver as specified by your vehicle’s instruction manual, or in an area with adequate airflow and protection from damage. Ensure all wiring connections can be reached prior to mounting. For the best reception performance choose a mounting arrangement that will put the antenna as high as possible in the vehicle, away from metal or carbon fiber. -
Page 10: Binding
Binding This receiver can bind to either DSM or SLT transmitters. DSMR or DSM2 1. Begin with no battery connected. 2. Press and hold the bind button on the receiver. 3. Throttle should be at neutral to set failsafe. Power ON the receiver. -
Page 11: Esc And Transmitter Calibration
ESC and Transmitter Calibration When using a new ESC it is important to calibrate it so the ESC matches the throttle range on your transmitter. If you install a new radio system, or make changes to your throttle/brake values in your transmitter, you must redo the ESC Calibration Process. -
Page 12: Operation
7. Power OFF the system with the ON/OFF switch. 8. Power ON the system with the ON/OFF switch. The system is ready for operation Tip: Beeps from the motor may be quiet and difficult to hear, use the LED status to help verify settings. Operation 1. -
Page 13: Esc Programming
ESC Programming The ESC in the 2-in-1 may be programmed via the push button on the switch, or with the optional SPMXCA200 Program Card. To change settings with the programming button: 1. Power ON your transmitter. Connect a battery to the ESC and power it ON. -
Page 14: Programmable Items
To change settings with the programming box: 1. Begin with no battery connected. 2. Connect the cable for the programming box into the programming port as shown. 3. Connect a battery and power ON the ESC. OPTIONAL: The ESC settings can be reset to default by pressing “Reset”... -
Page 15: Programmable Values
Programmable Values Fwd/ Fwd/ Fwd/ Rev/ Li-Po NiMH Auto Auto Auto (low) (Med) (High) 10 12 14 62 75 87 25 31 37 43 60 70 80 90 Blacked out cells with white text represent the default settings. -
Page 16: Receiver Firmware Updates
Receiver Firmware Updates If firmware updates are made available, you can install the update yourself. An SPMA3065 programming cable and a PC is required for receiver updates. Go to the product page at SpektrumRC.com for update information and to register your receiver. Registration is required to download updates. -
Page 17: Led Indicators
3. With the vehicle and receiver powered off, plug the updater cable into the programming port on the 2-in-1. DO NOT turn on the vehicle or receiver when the USB cable is connected. The PC should connect with the receiver automatically. 4. -
Page 18: Receiver Troubleshooting Guide
Receiver Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solution The system Your transmitter and Move transmitter 8 will not receiver are too close to 12 feet away from connect together receiver You are near metal Move to an area with objects less metal The receiver is Make sure the correct bound to a different... -
Page 19: Telemetry Troubleshooting Guide
Telemetry Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solution No telemetry You are using a Consider changing to options are transmitter that does a transmitter which available not include telemetry includes telemetry in the features transmitter Your transmitter is in Select a different DSMR 5.5ms mode protocol, rebind and then recalibrate... - Page 20 Motor- Does not turn ESC/motor dam- Repair/replace wiring or continuously aged motor/ESC in response to throttle Adjust throttle travel/other Motor- Incorrect throttle settings on the Slows but transmitter/ESC transmitter/ESC. Repeat the will not stop calibration ESC Calibration Procedure Test the motor apart from Damaged motor the vehicle system, repair/ Steering...
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Page 21: 1-Year Limited Warranty
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY What this Warranty Covers - Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. ... - Page 22 Limitation of Liability HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
- Page 23 Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
- Page 24 Non-Warranty Service Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification.
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Page 25: Warranty And Service Contact Information
Warranty and Service Contact Information Country of Pur- Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address chase Horizon Service Center servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/ (Repairs and RequestForm/ 2904 Repair Requests) United Research Rd. Horizon Product productsupport@horizonhobby. States of Champaign, Support com. America Illinois, (Product Techni- 877-504-0233... -
Page 26: Compliance Information For Canada
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Horizon Hobby, LLC 2904 Research Rd., Champaign, IL 61822 Email: compliance@horizonhobby.com Web: HorizonHobby.com... -
Page 27: Compliance Information For The European Union
Compliance Information for the European Union EU Compliance Statement: SPMXSER1040 Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares that the device is in compliance with the following: EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU; RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU; RoHS 3 Directive - Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II 2015/863. - Page 28 © 2022 Horizon Hobby, LLC. Firma, the Firma Logo, IC3, EC3, DSM2, DSMR, the Smart Technology logo, and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc.
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