FCC ID: VEJ8306-75 Remote Controller for models

Digital Pistol Grip Radio Control System No.8306 Please read all instructions thoroughly before assembling the kit. The contents are subject to change without prior notice due to product improvements and specification changes. Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of an ACE Cougar P3i digital proportional radio system. The Cougar P3i is the best choice of the computer pistol grip radio system for driver requirement precision and smoothness of operation at the same time. Equipped with the 10-model memory, large LCD display, digital trims, AUX channel 3 button, and lots of advanced programming functions with all of the new bells and whistles. With proper use and care, ACE Cougar will make the control advanced and simple, and provide you with many years of enjoyment. Before operating your new radio system or installing into your model, please take a few minutes to familiarize with the various features of the system by reading this owners manual thoroughly. Contents INTRODUCTION 1 FEATURES 1 SYSTEM CONTENTS 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS 3 INSTALLATION 4 FREQUENCY LIST 4 FCCRULES AND REGULATIONS 4 USING CAUTION AT THE RACING TRACK 4 ACCESSORIES 4 SERVICE 4 TROUBLE SHOOTING 4 Features RECEIVER Super-Heterodyne for extra long range Crystal interchangeable for versatility Multi-signal intensified input jamming ratio TRANSMITTER Easy-to-read LCD Display Screen 10-Model Memory Changeable plug-in RF module for both FM and AM system Electronic digital trim levers for throttle and steering Steering/Throttle sub-trim Steering/Throttle/Aux EPA Steering/Throttle/Brake ARC adjustment Steering dual-rate adjustment Battery Voltage indicator Adjustable steering wheel tension Low battery Alarm System contents Item Item No Transmitter Receiver Servos Accessory 8306 N/I COUGAR P3i Radio System 8306-S1 COUGAR P3i TR301F S1903 x 1 8306-C1 C1016 x 1 Switch hardness x 1, Receiver Battery holder x 1, Frequency flag x 1 Specifications Transmitter Configuration Encoder Frequency(MHz) Modulation Current Drain Band Width Power Requirement Dimension (w/o Antenna) Weight (g/oz) COUGAR P3i Pistol Grip 3-Channel Computer System 26/27/40/75 AM/FM PPM 200mA@9.6V

+/-10KHz/ +/-40db 9.6V/8 cell AA Battery 220x99x182mm / 8.66x3.89x7.16in 443g/15.59oz Receiver Frequency(MHz) Channel BEC Modulation Single Conversion Channel Spacing Battery Power Current Drain Dimension-mm/in Weight(g/oz) TF301F 26/27/40/75 3Ch NO FM PPM 455KHz 10KHz 4.8~6V 35mA@6V 35.6x26x15 mm / 1.40x1.02x0.59in 10g/0.35oz Servos Item No. Control Operating Range Power Supply Current Drain Torque(Kg-cm/oz-in)@4.8V Speed(sec/60)-4.8V Dim-mm/in(LxWxH) Weight(g/oz) STD SERVO S1903 No.8114 MICRO SERVO C1016 No.8117 Plus width control

+/- 45 degree 4.8~6V 10mA/Idel, 650mA/stall 3Kg-cm/42.18oz-in 0.19sec/60 5.0mA@4.8V 1.6Kg-cm/22.2oz-in 0.1sec/60 40.4x20.0x37.9mm/1.6x0.8x1.48in 22.1x11.4x23.6mm/0.87x0.45x70.93in 47.4/1.67 9/0.32 4 6 2 10 12 9 1 5 11 3 14 13 7 8 15 1 2 3 4 5 Transmitter Antenna Power Indicator Edit Buttons LCD Display Digital Steering Trim lever 6 7 8 9 10 Digital Throttle Trim lever Digital Steering D/R(Dual Rate) lever AUX Ch Button External Charging Jack RF Module and crystal 11 12 13 14 15 Steering Wheel Power Switch Throttle Trigger Steering tension adjustment Battery Cover Transmitter Controls 1. Transmitter Antenna: Never operate the transmitter without extending this antenna or you may create interference to other modeler. 2. Power Indicator: The LED light display to indicate the power is on or off. 3. Edit Buttons: The left and right buttons are the functions selecting keys. The up(+) and down(-) buttons are the value adjusting keys. For the detail of the operating of these buttons, please refer the Function setting procedure (Page?) 4. LCD Display: The Cougar transmitter adopts the Easy-to-Read display design. All the setting functions are shown on the display. Just use the Edit Buttons to select the function (left and right key) and do the setting

(up and down key). For the detail setting procedure for all the function show on the display, please refer the Function setting procedure (Page?). 5. Digital Steering Trim lever: Push this lever left or right to adjust the center point of the steering servo. Follow the adjustment, the cursor will move on the top ruler line of the LCD screen to display the current position. Basically, this adjustment is to run the model straight. 6. Digital Throttle Trim lever: Push this lever up or down to adjust the center point of the throttle/brake servo. Follow the adjustment, the cursor will move on the left ruler line of the LCD screen to display the current position. Basically, this adjustment is to set the braking amount of Drag Brake or Coast Brake. NOTE: With the Digital Throttle Trim function, the maximum throttle servo travel setting will not be effected to prevent loss the full-throttle position setting. But for the Digital Steering Trim, the maximum steering servo travel setting will be changed on both left and right side. So, if the setting is not suitable, it will cause the interference with the mechanical limit, and will have the chance to bind the steering linkage or even damage the steering servo. 7. Digital Steering D/R(Dual Rate) lever: Push this lever left or right to adjust the amount of the steering dual rate. Right to increase the dual rate amount and left to decrease the amount. 8. AUX Ch Button: Provides an extra function for the control of the model movements. 9. External Charging Jack: Recharge the transmitter battery only as using a rechargeable NiCd/NiHM battery pack. 10. RF Module and crystal: The crystal is plug-in the RF Module and the module unit is also plug-in the transmitter. Both AM&FM modules with frequency 75MHz are available for the Cougar radio system. Just press the tabs on both side of the module unit with your thumb and finger while pulling it outward to remove the module from the transmitter. NOTE: Its recommended to use only the ACE crystal set, and to change the both transmitter and receiver crystal at the same time. 11. Steering Wheel: Controls the steering of the model. 12. Power Switch: Sliding to turn the transmitter on or off. Between ON and OFF, there is a selection of DISPLAY. When the switch is placed in the DISPLAY position, you can use the left and right edit buttons to get data setting for all the function show on the LCD display. But you edit that and also cannot use that to drive the model. 13. Throttle Trigger: Pull or push to control the movement of the model. 14. Steering tension adjustment: Use a Phillip type screw driver to tighten or loosen the tension of the steering wheel. 15. Battery Cover: Sliding to remove the cover to install or remove the batteries. Installation Transmitter batteries replacement/installation 1) Slide the battery cover in the direction as shown to remove the cover. 2) Install 8pcs alkaline or rechargeable AA size cells into the battery holder that connected with the transmitter. 3) Slide on the battery cover and make sure it is closed securely. 4) Turn the power on to check. If the Power Indicator LED fails to light, check the batteries for insufficient contact or incorrect battery polarity. While pressing this part Battery cell (x8) Battery cover NOTE:

a) Use only fresh, alkaline cells, all of the same brand. b) Make certain that the contacts in the battery holder stay clean by using a pencil eraser to gently remove any corrosion or dirt that may accumulate on them. It is recommended to do this each time you install fresh cells into your transmitter. c) If use the rechargeable 9.6V battery pack, then just remove the battery holder by pull out the connector from the transmitter. Then plug-in the battery pack connector to the transmitter. d) When the rechargeable battery is installed in the transmitter, they can be charged through the external charging jack located on the transmitter. WARNING:

a) Do not attempt to charge the alkaline batteries, they may cause explode!!

b) When charge the rechargeable battery, set the power switch on OFF position before charging. And the charger plug must be correct type (+ inside and -outside, type TAMIYA N-3U or equivalent). The wrong type may burst causing personal injury and damage. c) Always be sure the batteries are loaded in the correct polarity order. If the batteries are load incorrectly, the transmitter may be damaged. Receiver battery replacement/installation Insert 4 fresh AA cells into the receiver battery holder. Make sure the batteries are located in the correct polarity order. Maintain the battery contacts in the same way as described in previous section. Insert the switch harness plug into the receiver socket marked BATT. Radio installation 1) Connect the receiver, servos, and switch hardness/battery pack as shown. 2) If you are not familiar with all the control system. Do the bench test before to install all the devices on the model. 3) A build-in BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuitry) function are adopted in the receiver. 4) Always follow the transmitter on first, off last procedure. 5) Always install the receiver as far as possible from the motor, ESC, power battery, motor wires.. or other noise source. Especially, do not route the motor wire next to the receiver, crystal or receiver antenna. MOTOR RECEIVER ESC CH2 CH1 7.2V POWER BATTER Electric Car Installation RECEIVER 4.8V RX BATTER Gas/Nitro Car Installation Function Basically, there are 4 main areas on the screen. They are Menu, Value Display, Status Display, and Trim position ruler. Using the left and right Edit Buttons, the cursor will be moved to the function you like to edit. When you entry the menu function, you can press the up and down Edit Buttons to edit the value. After setting, just press the right and left buttons to move the cursor to other function and the previous value already be saved. Trim position ruler Menu Value Display Status Display 1. Power On Slide up the Power Switch to turn on the radio. You will hear a short Bi tone. Then on the display, the model number( ) will be shown on the Menu area, and the battery voltage value( ) will be shown on Value Display area, and battery voltage status diagram( ) / transmitter system ( ) and tone setting ( ) will be shown on Status Display area. On the top and left ruler line of the screen, the current neutral position of the steering and throttle servos will be shown on the top and left Trim position ruler. You can use the current selected model number setting to play your model. Or use the Edit Buttons to start the programming procedure. The following are the order of the set-up procedure and detail description for each function. NOTE:

1) For the current battery status can be easy read from the voltage value or battery status diagram. Charging or change the battery when the voltage is lower than 8.8V. 2) For the radio RF system, the Cougar P3i is adopt the PPM system, so the . will be show on the display all the time. 2. Audio on/off beep setting The default setting of the audio beep sound is On. So there will be no icon show on the right lower display screen. Under the Audio on mode, you can hear Bi sound when you press the edit button or digital trim lever. If you dont like the audio on mode, you can turn off that and switch to the silent mode by the following procedure. When you switch to the Silent mode, the silent icon will be show on the right lower display screen. 1) Turn off the radio. 2) Pressing the up(+) edit button and hold it. 3) Turn on the radio, and you will hear a short Bi tone (power on) and later a long Bi tone (finish tone mode switching). Then release the hold finger on up(+) edit button. NOTE:

Repeat the above 1)~3) procedure, then you can switch the audio off silent mode to the audio on mode. Audio on Mode Audio off Mode

2. D/R (Dual Rate) Press the right edit button, then the cursor will move to D/R and entry the steering servo dual rate setting function. On the Value Display, the current D/R value will be shown. Use the up and down edit buttons to adjust the value. This D/R function is to adjust the overall travel of the steering servo. And the D/R setting, the steering servo left and right steering angles will be adjusted simultaneously. The default steering D/R setting is 100%, the maximum is 150% and the minimum is 0%. More travel (Higher D/R %) means more sensitivity for the steering wheel operating. You also can use the Digital Steering D/R(Dual Rate) lever to adjust the D/R value all the time even the transmitter function mode is not under the D/R mode. 4. EPA (End Point Adjustment) Basically, EPA (End Point Adjustment) function is to determine the maximum travel end points for each servo. And for both side traveling, the individual EPA can be set with difference value. Move the cursor to the channel you select to start the setting procedure. 4.1) EPA / ST EPA position This function is to adjust the right(R) and left(L) maximum steering angle. When entry this mode, the right side steering angle EPA setting will be started first. So on the Value Display area, R and the current EPA value will be show there. Using the up/down button to adjust the value to get the steering servo right side traveling EPA setting. Turn the steering wheel to the left side, then the R on the display will be switched to L and you can adjust the value to get the steering servo left side traveling EPA setting. Under the mode, just use the steering wheel to choose the direction you like to set. The default steering servo EPA value is 100%, the maximum is 120% and the minimum is 0%. NOTE:

If the maximum servo traveling is interference with the mechanical limit, then it will cause the linkage binding or even damage the servo. So the best way to set the steering EPA is to hold the steering wheel on the full turn position, then adjust the EPA to the suitable value and make sure the steering linkage without binding. 4.2) EPA/TH This function is to adjust the full throttle (H) and low/brake (L) operating amount. Entry the EPA/TH setting mode, pull the trigger back, H will be show on left side of the Value Display and the current EPA value will be show beside H. Using the up/down button to adjust the value to get the full throttle EPA setting. Push the trigger forward, then H will changed to L, then use the up/down button to adjust the value to get the brake EPA setting. 4.3) EPA/AUX This function is to adjust the auxiliary 3rd channel EPA. Entry the EPA/AUX setting mode, same as previous steering and throttle EPA setting process, you can press the AUX Ch Button to select each side servo traveling setting. On the display, it will show H and L to represent the different side EPA setting. 5. ARC (Adjust Rate Control) This ARC function is to change the correspond movement curve of the servo and operating stick.

(steering wheel and throttle trigger) When ARC is 0%, then the movement curve is linear. All the default ARC percentage value is 0%. The detail setting and effect of this function are described as below. 5.1) ARC/ST Basically, this function is to change the sensitivity of the steering servo around the neutral position. So this value setting will effect both sides (left and right) of the steering servo movement in the same time and same percentage. Negative steering ARC setting will make it less sensitivity (slower) around the neutral point operating area and faster out of the neutral point area. Positive steering ARC will have the opposite effect. 5.2) ARC/TH This function is to adjust the sensitive of the accelerating. On the throttle servo, this value is to adjust the curve from neutral point to the full throttle position. Normally, the positive ARC/TH percentage will increase the punch feeling and negative ARC/TH will broaden the power band. 5.3) ARC/BR This function is to adjust the sensitive of the brake feeling. On the throttle servo, this value is to adjust the curve from neutral point to the throttle full close position. The positive ARC/BR percentage will have quick brake and negative with milder brake. 6. Model Number There are 10 set data can be saved in the radio memory code (Model 0~9). When you entry this function mode, the Model No will flash and show in the Model No icon. You can use up(+)/down(-) buttons to call the model you want to choose. When the radio is turn on, the model that you choose in last time will be re-called and show the model No on the model icon. Under the model No you choose, when you do any change of the function data, the data will be saved automatically. 7. SUB-T (Sub trim) SUB-T(sub trim) function is to do the minor adjustment of the neutral point of the steering and throttle servos. Use the up(+) and down(-) buttons to do the adjustment. Under the SUB-T/ST mode, use the up(+) button to increase the movement of the steering servo neutral point toward right side and use the down(-) button toward left side. The default value will be 0 and show R 0 on the display. If the adjusting is to the left side and over the default neutral point, then the R will be changed to L. SUB-T/ST mode is to adjust the throttle servo. Use the same adjusting process as the SUB-ST, just the characters will be changed from R/L (right/left) to H/L

(high/low). 8. REV (reverse) REV (reverse) function is to reverse the rotation direction of the servos related to transmitter operating. Entry this mode, the NOR(normal) or REV(reverse) will be showed on the display and can be switched by press the up(+) or down(-) buttons to change the direction. For each individual servo (steering, throttle & AUX) rotation direction can be changed to match the correct operating requirement. Frequency List There are 4 main frequency (26Mhz/27Mz/40Mhz/75Mhz) are available for the Cougar P3i. Base on the difference countrys regulation, you should choose the suitable frequency to match your countrys rule. The following table show the difference band(crystal) available for each frequency. 26MHz(Red) 27MHz(Red) 40MHz(Yellow) 75MHz(Blue) FREQUENCY 26.815 26.825 26.835 26.845 26.855 26.865 26.875 26.885 26.895 26.905 CH NO. 261 262 263 264 265 266 267 268 269 270 FREQUENCY 26.995 27.045 27.095 27.145 27.195 27.255 CH NO. 4(1) 9(2) 14(3) 19(4) 24(5) 30(6) FREQUENCY 40.665 40.675 40.685 40.695 40.715 40.775 40.825 40.885 40.965 40.985 CH NO. 50 51 52 53 54 58 82 86 90 92 FREQUENCY 75.410 75.450 75.630 75.670 75.890 75.930 CH NO. 61 63 72 74 85 87 Each frequency is assigned a colored flag. Attach this flag to the end of your transmitter antenna so that other modelers can determine you frequency from a distance. This is very important since it is not possible for more than one model to operate on the same frequency at the same time. FCC Rules and Regulations You are responsible for the proper operation of your station (transmitter) at all times and are responsible for observations, servicing, and maintenance as often as may be necessary to ensure proper operation. Each internal repair and each internal adjustment to an FCC type accepted R/C transmitter must be made in accordance with the technical regulations specified by the FCC. The internal adjustments should be performed by, or under the immediate supervision and responsibility of, a person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter maintenance and repair duties in the private land mobile services and fixed services by an organization or committee representative of users in those services. The FCC at this time does not require the modeler to obtain a special license for the operation of this unit. However, it is still the owner's responsibility to observe all FCC rules & regulations governing its use. For a copy of these rules write to:

Federal Communications Commission Washington, DC 20554 Using Caution at the Racing Track Always check if there is anyone operating on the same frequency. If so, make sure that you don't turn on at the same time. Do not operate the model or use the radio in rain, lightning, or at night. Do not operate the model or use the radio if you have been drinking alcohol or under the influence of any other substance that will affect your skills. Always check battery power before you operate. Always keep your transmitter clean: wipe it with a mild detergent or window cleaner if there is any fuel, oil, dirt, or dust on the transmitter. Keep out of reach of children. Do not store the radio in temperatures below -10 C(14F) or above 40C (104F) or in a humid, dusty, or high vibration environment. Keep the radio away from direct sunlight. To prevent corrosion, take out the batteries if you are going to store the radio for a long period. The servos will glitch at 25 if there is any frequency at about 200~250 MHz nearby when using this radio. Accessories AT2139 TX/Rx CHARGER, 110V 8114 STANDARD SERVO, S1903 AQ0487 TR405A Receiver, AM27Mhz AQ0570 TR405A Receiver, AM40Mhz AQ1682 Cougar P3 TRAMSIMITTER Only AT2140 TX/Rx CHARGER, 230V/2P 8121 STADARD SERVO, S1903MG AQ1685-F-26 Transmitter RF Module, FM26Mhz AQ1685-F-27 Transmitter RF Module, FM27Mhz AQ1685-F-40 Transmitter RF Module, FM40Mhz AQ1685-F-75 Transmitter RF Module, FM75Mhz AQ1799-3-26 TR301F Receiver, FM26Mhz AQ1799-3-27 TR301F Receiver, FM27Mhz AQ1799-3-40 TR301F Receiver, FM40Mhz AQ1799-3-75 TR301F Receiver, FM75Mhz AT2141 TX/Rx CHARGER, 230/3P 8118 HIGH TORQUE SERVO, S2008MG 2927 Ni-MH BATTERY PACK/FLAT, 4.8V/1200mAH 2/3A 8120 HIGH TORQUE SERVO, S1807MG AQ1684-A-26 Transmitter RF Module, AM26Mhz AQ1684-A-27 Transmitter RF Module, AM27Mhz AQ1684-A-40 Transmitter RF Module, AM40Mhz 2939 Ni-MH BATTERY PACK/

SQUARE, 4.8V/1200mAH 2/3A 8126 DIGITAL SERVO, DS1213 2970 Ni-MH BATTERY KIT(12pcs), w/110V CHARGER 2971 Ni-MH BATTERY KIT(12pcs), w/230V/2P CHARGER 2972 Ni-MH BATTERY KIT(12pcs), w/230V/3P CHARGER 2969-J/S Ni-MH BATTERY PACK/

FLAT, 4.8V/1100mAH AA 8127 DIGITAL SERVO, DS1015 2946 Ni-MH BATTERY PACK/

FLAT, 9.6V/1100mAH AA 8117 MINI SERVO, C1016 Service Thank you for purchasing of the ACE RC COUGAR Radio. Thunder Tiger strives to bring you the highest level of quality and service we can provide. We race and test our products around the world to bring you state-of-the-art items. Thunder Tiger guarantees that you should enjoy many hours of trouble free use from our R/C products. Thunder Tiger products have been sold worldwide through the authorized distributors that are supported directly and rapidly from Thunder Tiger. You may find that Thunder Tiger is always pursuing to explore new items creatively with highest quality. To update the latest product information and to get the best technical support, please feel free to contact your local hobby shops or Thunder Tiger authorized distributor. TROUBLE SHOOTING Do not try to operate your model if you find your radio is not working properly. Check out the radio as following steps. If you can not solve the problems then contact with the Thunder Tiger authorized distributor for service. Trouble Shooting Do not try to operate your model if you find your radio is not working properly. Check out the radio as following steps. If you can not solve the problems then contact with the Thunder Tiger authorized distributor for service. Situation No Voltage No Actions Short Distance Servo Works Improperly Solution Battery TX, RX Antenna TX RX Crystal No Power-Change new cells or recharge Wrong Position-Note the correct polarity Bad contact-Clean the Spring Loose-Secure the antenna Not extended-Extend the antenna Near to other wires-Move away from other wires Antenna is bound-Unbind the antenna Removed-Plug in Wrong Frequency-Use the Right Frequency Wrong Brand Crystal-Use Ace Crystal Wrong Wiring-Plug the connectors correctly Bad connection-Check connector Interference-Apply suitable capacitors Connections Electric Motors Manufactured by THUNDER TIGER CORP. http://www.thundertiger.com JJ6071