Pro Boat PRB2114 - Manual

Instruction Manual
Thank you for choosing the Pro Boat®
brand. Your satisfaction is our number one
priority. With this in mind, we have produced
this product to be of the highest quality,
performance and reliability, and at a “value-
packed” price. We hope it provides you with
hours of enjoyment in your next R/C project.
Features
• High-power FET control with proportion
forward
• High-frequency design delivers smooth
speed transition
• Prewired with Tamiya battery plug, bullet-
style motor connectors and universal
receiver plug that fit JR, Hitec, Airtronics Z,
Futaba and new KO radios
• Designed to operate with stock to modified
motors (15 turns or higher)
• Automatic programming makes setup
a breeze
Specifications
Operation: ..............Proportional forward
Input Voltage: ........ 4-cell (4.8 volts) DC or
8-cell (9.6 volts) DC
Continuous Current:
...............................30 amps
Resistance: .............0.20 ohms
Frequency: .............2250 Hz
BEC Output: ............5 VDC, 1 amp max.
Dimensions: ........... 1.17” x 1.17” x 0.47”
(30mm x 30mm x
12mm)
Weight: ..................1.6 oz (45 g)
Mounting the Speed Control
Note: Be sure all wiring connections
can be reached prior to mounting.
Mount the Pro Boat ESC in the location
specified by your boats instruction manual. Use
the double-sided foam tape (not included) to
secure the speed control in position.
Diagram
Motor Capacitors
If the motor you are using (15 turns or
more) does not have three capacitors already
attached, you must install them. Check with
your local hobby shop for more information.
The supplied monolithic capacitors help prevent
motor noise, which lessens radio
glitches.
1. Using a small file, scuff up an
area on the motor can between
the positive and negative tabs.
(Figure 2)
2. Take one of the capacitors and
solder one wire to the positive
motor tab with the other wire
positioned over the scuffed area
on the motor housing.
(Figure 3)
3. Use another capacitor and
solder one wire to the negative
motor tab with the other wire
positioned over the scuffed
area.
4. Solder both wires to the motor
housing. (Figure 4) A high-
wattage soldering iron may be
necessary.
5. Solder the third capacitor from
the positive to the negative
motor tabs. (Figure 5)
6. Use side cutters to remove
excess capacitor wires.
Connecting the Motor Wires
If your motor has pre-attached
male bullet connectors,
press the red motor wire into
the plug that is wired to the
positive motor terminal. The black
wire is connected in the same manner
to the negative motor tab (Figure 6).
If your motor does not have bullet connectors,
you may purchase a Motor Connector Wire
(DLR1055) from your local hobby shop.
Caution: To detour glitches caused by
RF (radio frequency) noise, route all
wires and the receiver antenna away
from motor leads. Secure with tie
wraps (not included).
Connecting the Battery
The Pro Boat ESC comes prewired with a
Tamiya-style connector, compatible with most
battery packs. Use a 4-cell or 8-cell battery
pack.
1. Be sure the On/Off switch is in the
Off position.
2. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the
speed controls battery connector.
Adjusting the Transmitter
Note: Refer to the radio instructions
for specific information on transmitter
setup.
1. Set the Throttle Reversing switch to the
Normal position. (This may need to be
reversed on some brands of radios).
2. Set the Throttle Trim to the CENTER
position.
3. Set the Throttle Exponential (if applicable)
to minimum or zero.
4. Set the “ATV” to (if applicable) 100%.
5. If your transmitter has an adjustable trigger
(or stick), move it to the 70/30 position.
Speed Control Programming
1. Turn on the transmitters power switch. Be
sure the transmitter batteries are
fully charged.
2. Place the boat in position to allow the
propeller to move freely or disconnect one
of the motor wires from the motor.
3. Turn on the receiver switch. Move the
throttle trigger (stick) to full throttle, then
to full brake. The ESC will automatically
memorize the initial movement of the
throttle channel each time the receiver
switch is turned on.
4. To reset the maximum throttle setting,
simply turn the ESC’s power switch off
then on and move the throttle stick to full
movements again.
5. When operation is complete, turn off the
receiver, then the transmitter.
Note: Do Not turn off the transmitter
first or the receiver may pick up stray
signals and run out of control.
Waterproof
Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
Wiring the Receiver
Note: The Pro Boat ESC uses the
motor battery to supply power to
the receiver. There is no need for a
separate receiver battery.
• See your radio’s instruction manual for
proper connection. Typically, channel 2 is
used to control the throttle.
• There are three wires involved in the
universal receiver connector. It is directly
compatible with JR, Hitec, Airtronics Z,
Futaba and new KO systems.
• Older Airtronics or KO radio systems must
use a modified wiring order.
1. The positive (red) and negative (brown)
wires must be reversed to operate with
these radio systems. To remove the
wires from the plug use a small jeweler’s
screwdriver to pry up the plastic tab
associated with each wire. Gently slide
the brown wire out of the plug. Repeat on
the red wire and replace in the opposite
positions.
2. Install the plug referencing the wire colors
on the steering servo for proper polarity.
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
CONNECT
ESC TO CH.2
POWER
SWITCH
STEERING
SERVO
TAMIYA 7.2V
CONNECTOR BATTERY
MOTOR
Red
(+)
Black
(–)