Excalibur ElEctronics Micro-Zoomer Mini Cooper S 1:24 Scale Users Guide www.ExcaliburElectronics.com Model No.: 9355 9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 1 9/26/08 3:24:38 PM Congratulations on your purchase of Excalibur Electronics Micro-Zoomer Mini Cooper S. Now you can race anywhere with this super-fast, full-function replica of the real Mini Cooper. Go in all directions with its smooth, fully directional steering, and enjoy hours of fun. The radio transmitter is included. Your Mini Cooper is easy to use, but be sure to use it safely. Before starting, please read this guide thoroughly, especially noting safety, care and battery information. Keep this guide for reference. Contents 1 - Mini Cooper S 1 - Transmitter Battery InstallatIon VEhiclE 1. The battery compartment is located on the underside of the unit. Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the battery compartment. 2. Install 3 AA batteries, making sure to match the polarity (+ and -) with the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover and notE: When installing batteries into the vehicle be careful to not damage the antenna. screw in firmly. transmittEr 1. The battery compartment is located on the back of the unit. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to release the screw then slide the battery compartment cover off. 2. Install a 9V battery, making sure to match the polarity (+ and -) with the diagram on the inside of the battery cover. 3. Replace battery cover and screw in firmly. 9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 2 9/26/08 3:24:38 PM Interference It is advisable not to use the vehicle close to high tension wires or CB radios. Interference from radio waves may affect the vehicles performance. Helpful Hints Avoid heat, water or wet surfaces, dusty surfaces or sand. Off-
road vehicles run easier on grassy surfaces. Avoid hard-impact collisions. Collisions against hard surfaces may damage the vehicle. The vehicle cannot operate on If you wish to operate more than one vehicle at a time, you must purchase another vehicle on another frequency. If the car does not respond to the transmitter, move closer to the car and try again. If the car starts to lose power, performance may decrease. If this happens, simply recharge your car again. thick carpets or dusty floors. Operation There is an OFF/ON switch on the transmitter and on the bottom of the car. Turn both switches to ON How to Race:
Your transmitter features two joysticks. The one on the left moves up (forward) and down (reverse) to control the forward and backward motion of the car. The joystick on the right moves right and left to control the turning of your car. Range:
When the vehicle goes beyond radio signal contact, loss of control or slowness will occur. Extend the transmitting antenna higher for better signal. Make sure the antenna is screwed on tightly. Trim Switch Control:
The switch is located on the underside of the vehicle between the two front wheels, just above the battery compartment. It is used to align the wheels so that vehicle drives consistently in a straight line. If your car turns when it should go straight, adjust the trim switch until the problem is eliminated. Battery Life Extend the battery life by switching the unit off when not in use. Battery life affects how your car responds. When the transmitter range decreases, replace the batteries in the controller and vehicle. 9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 3 9/26/08 3:24:38 PM replaced only by an adult. Battery & Other Information Batteries should be installed or Also wires and plugs should be periodically checked by an adult. Install batteries with the correct polarity. Your car uses 3 AA alkaline batteries and one 9V battery for the transmitter, not included. Do not mix alkaline, standard
(carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium/ Ni-MH) batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. Remove exhausted batteries from the unit. Take caution when removing leaking or damaged batteries. To avoid explosion or leakage, do not dispose of batteries in a fire or attempt to recharge alkaline or other non-rechargeable batteries. Leakage may occur if the battery period of time. Dispose of all batteries properly. Do not disassemble the batteries. Do not short circuit battery Remove batteries and store in a cool, dry place when not in use. is not used for an extended terminals. Troubleshooting:
If the vehicle does not move:
1. Are the battery contacts matched correctly in the transmitter?
2. Are the metal contact tabs 3. Are there batteries in the 4. Is the power switch on the 5. Are the batteries exhausted?
touching, rusty or dirty in the transmitter?
transmitter?
transmitter turned on?
Special Care & Handling Avoid rough handling such as bumping or dropping. Avoid moisture and extreme temperatures. For best results, use between the temperatures of 39F and 100F (4 C and 38 C) and keep away from fire. Avoid using the vehicle for long periods under direct sunlight. Sunlight or excessive heat may damage electronic parts. Store the vehicle transmitter in a dry, cool place away from heaters or warm areas. Do not use cleaners with chemical agent. Clean using only slightly damp cloth. Then use a dry cloth to wipe off the moisture. Dust, dirt, or other foreign objects can also be removed from your vehicle by using a brush or by tying a small bit of cloth to the tip of a toothpick or tweezers and using that to wipe off your car. 9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 4 9/26/08 3:24:38 PM 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 undesired operation. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particu-
lar installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- 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. 9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 5 9/26/08 3:24:38 PM 90-Day lImIteD Warranty EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS, INC., warrants to the original consumer that its products are free from any electrical or mechanical defects for a period of 90 DAYS from the date of purchase. If any such defect is discovered within the warranty period, EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS, INC., will repair or replace the unit free of charge upon receipt of the unit, shipped postage prepaid and insured to the factory address shown at right. The warranty covers normal consumer use and does not cover damage that occurs in shipment or failure that results from alterations, accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, wear and tear, inadequate maintenance, commercial use, or unreasonable use of the unit. Removal of the top panel voids all warranties. This warranty does not cover cost of repairs made or attempted outside of the factory. Any applicable implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness, are hereby limited to 90 DAYS from the date of purchase. Consequential or incidental damages resulting from a breach of any applicable express or implied warranties are hereby excluded. Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties and do not allow exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions in these instances may not apply. The only authorized service center in the United States is:
Excalibur Electronics, Inc. Miami, Florida 33186 U.S.A. 13755 SW 119th Ave Phone: 305.477.8080 Fax: 305.477.9516 www.ExcaliburElectronics.com Ship the unit carefully packed, preferably in the original carton, and send it prepaid, and adequately insured. Include a letter, detailing the complaint and including your daytime telephone number, inside the shipping carton. If your warranty has expired and you want an estimated fee for service, write to the above address, specifying the model and the problem. PLEASE Do noT SEnD YouR unIT wIThouT REcEIvIng An ESTIMATE FOR SERVICING. WE CANNOT STORE YOUR UNIT!
9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 6 9/26/08 3:24:38 PM 9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 7 9/26/08 3:24:38 PM Excalibur Electronics 13755 SW 119th Avenue Miami, Florida 33186 Phone: 305.477.8080 Fax: 305.477.9516 Please Visit Us @ www.ExcaliburElectronics.com Micro-Zoomer Mini Cooper S Model No.: 9355 091208 9355 (MA) MiniCoop.indd 8 9/26/08 3:24:39 PM