RCS BASIC Instructions

(/ —3 BATTERY POWERED "IN-CAB" R/C MOTOR DRIVERS.
Thank you for purchasing this RCS Microprocessor (uP) based R/C Motor Driver (MD).
Please read these instructions before attempting to use the new system.
B-2, B5 = 7 - 18v - 24. E-3 = 12v - 14v - 16v. B-5HV, E-3HV = 12v - 18v - 24. E-9HV = 12 - 24 - 30v.
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We tested this system three times during manufacture and it was working normally when it left our factory. If
Damage in transit has occurred please return to place of purchase for attention.
One RCS TX-4 handpiece or one RCS TX-24handpiece, + one RX-8 + one RCS MOTOR DRIVER.
One RX-8 + one RCS MOTOR DRIVER may be supplied without a TX handpiece.
We include motor "NOISE" suppression components which do require gaining access to the motor(s).
If access to the motor(s) is difficult we offer a "NOISE" suppression kit RF-CHK which is easy to install.
You will supply a suitable locomotive or trail car, the 7.2 - 24v volt traction batteries (depending on MD), fuses,
an ON-OFF switch and wires to connect the throttle to the battery and motor(s).
The system uses screw terminals for connecting most wires.
Where soldering is necessary we recommend a low wattage soldering iron and resin core solder.
TRANSMITTER (TX) HANDPIECE CONTROLS.
TX-4 & TX-24 handpieces require an Alkaline (not carbon or Ni-Cd) 9V transistor battery (not included).
The TX-4 handpiece has an audible buzzer when transmitting. Buzz tone changes when battery is flat.
The TX-24 handpiece has an LED that comes on steadily when transmitting.
When TX battery voltage is low this LED will flash at 1 Hz when transmitting. Change the battery.
If you do not intend to use the TX for long periods we suggest you remove the battery.
You can write the Loco # or consist # on the TX label. See page # 7 for how to use the TX handpiece.
You must hold the TX "button" for at least ½ second for the RX-8 and MOTOR DRIVER to respond.
Very little power is used until a command "button" is pressed. Battery life varies with the amount of use.
TX-4. This is our regular 4 function handpiece. Range is adequate when correctly installed. If the RX-8 /
Motor Driver combination is capable of lights & sound triggers the TX-4 will have "Real Time" control of 1 x
function plus 2 x automatic functions. Or you can have the "Kadee" switching feature. See page # 3. 2a.
TX-24 has "Real Time" control of all three accessory functions plus lights ON-OFF when stationary.
HOW MANY LOCOS PER TX HANDPIECE?
You can assign any number of same frequency locos to just one TX handpiece.
They can be used one at a time. OR: If the locos are performance matched they can be MU'ed together.
Extra TX handpieces are available separately if needed for extra operators. Change address codes easily.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ALTER THE TUNING OF THE RADIO EQUIPMENT
CHILDREN UNDER 12:
DAMAGE TO THE TX HANDPIECE IS OBVIOUS TO US AND IS NOT COVERED BY GUARANTEE.
BATTERY VOLTAGES
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DO NOT CONNECT TO MAINS POWER (110 - 240V AC).
THIS MOTOR DRIVER IS GUARANTEED FOR ONE YEAR.
INCLUDED ARE THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS:
DO NOT USE RADIO CONTROL EQUIPMENT IN THUNDERSTORMS
ADULT SUPERVISION RECOMMENDED DURING USE.
THE TX HANDPIECE IS GUARANTEED FOR ONE YEAR.
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