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INSTRUCTIONMANUAL
KONDO KAGAKU Co., Ltd. 2021 Ver.1.00
EX-NEXT
*Please refer barcode label for content.
*Please refer included manual for LDT grip unit.

Table of Contents

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Summary

For Safe Operation

Component Installation Safety

Cautions and advice regarding the installation of components into the model.

Usage Safety Notes

Important considerations and warnings for operating the product safely.

Battery Safety and Handling

Transmitter Battery Precautions

Warnings and guidelines for handling and charging transmitter batteries safely.

Getting Started with EX-NEXT

Transmitter Assembly Guide

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the transmitter unit.

Transmitter Dismantling Procedures

Procedures for safely taking apart the transmitter unit.

Xpansion Unit Installation

Front Mount Configuration

Instructions for mounting the Xpansion unit facing the front of the device.

Side Mount Configuration

Instructions for mounting the Xpansion unit on the side.

Xpansion Unit Disassembly

Steps to remove and disassemble the Xpansion unit.

EX-NEXT Component Identification

Side View Component Labels

Identification of components shown from the side view of the transmitter.

Front View Component Labels

Identification of components shown from the front view of the transmitter.

Rear View Component Labels

Identification of components shown from the rear view of the transmitter.

Initial Preparations

Transmitter Battery Installation

Guide on how to install batteries into the transmitter.

Battery Level Warning System

Explanation of the low battery warning system and its indicators.

Basic Operation - Steering Control

Steering Wheel Operation Check

How to check and verify the steering servo operation.

Steering Trim Adjustment

Adjusting the neutral/center position of the steering angle.

Steering Reverse Function

Changing the output direction of the steering servo.

Steering Balance Adjustment

Adjusting left/right steering angles independently for cornering.

Basic Operation - Throttle Control

Throttle Trigger Operation

How the throttle trigger controls forward and reverse functions.

Throttle Trim Adjustment

Adjusting the neutral/center position of the throttle.

Throttle Reverse Function

Changing the output direction of the throttle servo.

Throttle Travel Adjustment

Modifying maximum throttle brake and forward acceleration movements.

Fine-Tuning and Adjustments

ET;BT Key Function Assignment

Assigning functions to the ET and BT keys/buttons.

Steering Wheel Tension Adjustment

Adjusting the tension of the steering wheel spring.

Steering Angle Adjuster

Adjusting the decrease angle of the steering wheel.

Throttle Trigger Position Adjustment

Adjusting the position and angle of the throttle trigger.

Throttle Trigger Tension

Adjusting the spring strength of the throttle trigger.

Component Installation and Handling

Grip and Pad Replacement

Instructions for replacing colored grips and pads.

Power Switch Operation

Information about the transmitter's power switch and safety lock.

Battery Charging Jack

Using the charging jack for batteries and charging precautions.

Unit Connector Care

Handling and maintenance of unit connectors to prevent malfunctions.

Pre-Operation Procedures

Powering On Sequence

Steps for safely powering on the transmitter and receiver.

Model Selection Confirmation

Confirming the correct model is selected for operation.

Movement Verification

Verifying proper movement of steering and throttle before driving.

Powering Off Sequence

Procedures for safely powering off the transmitter and receiver.

Display and Control Interface

Basic Menu Navigation

Overview of key operations and menu navigation.

Menu Item Selection

How to navigate and select items within the menu system.

Setting Value Modification

Step-by-step guide to modifying parameter values.

Language and Menu Settings

Switching Display Language

Instructions to switch the transmitter's display language to Japanese.

Menu Language Reference

A reference table showing English and Japanese menu correspondences.

Transmitter Startup Screens

Startup Screen Display

Information displayed when the transmitter powers on.

Initial Screen Layout

Overview of the main operating screen and its indicators.

VR Information Calibration

VR System Calibration

Steps to calibrate the system's steering and throttle resistance.

Pre-Calibration Display

Visual example of the VR information screen before calibration.

Post-Calibration Display

Visual example of the VR information screen after calibration.

Radio Frequency (RF) Modes

Available RF Modes

Explanation of the three available radio wave modes (ADV, TLMY, MX-F).

France Mode Usage

Understanding and using the France mode width setting.

Receiver Pairing Procedures

Pairing Method 1: Standard

Steps for pairing a receiver without changing RF mode.

Pairing Method 2: RF Mode Change

Steps for pairing a receiver after changing RF mode.

Pairing Completion Checks

Final steps and checks for successful receiver pairing.

Minimizing Radio Noise

Antenna Cable Placement

Keeping antenna cables away from noise sources.

Receiver Installation Tips

Tips for installing receivers to minimize noise on carbon fiber chassis.

Antenna Installation Best Practices

Proper installation of the antenna cable and pipe.

Glow Engine Car Receiver Mounting

Mounting receivers on glow engine cars to reduce vibration effects.

Fail-Safe Setup and Configuration

Connecting for Fail-Safe Setup

Connecting the servo or ESC to the receiver for fail-safe setup.

Configuring Fail-Safe Throttle

Configuring the desired throttle position for fail-safe.

Verifying Fail-Safe Settings

How to save the fail-safe settings and verify them.

Battery Fail-Safe System

Voltage Threshold Configuration

Configuring voltage levels for alert and fail-safe activation.

Alert Mode Selection

Choosing between vibrator or buzzer for low voltage alerts.

ICS Servo Communication Setup

Connecting Xpansion to Servo

How to connect the Xpansion unit to ICS-compatible servos.

Servo Motor Parameter Setup

Selecting and configuring servo motor parameters.

Servo ID Management

Assigning and managing servo IDs for serial communication.

Servo Model Data Selection

Selecting the saved model in the servo.

System Maintenance and Status

Master Unit Software Update

Information on updating the transmitter's software via the website.

Error Status Diagnostics

How to check and interpret system error messages.

Navigating the Top Menus

Function Menu Overview

Introduction to the six main categories within the Function menu.

Steering Menu Overview

Introduction to the six main categories within the Steering menu.

Throttle Menu Navigation

Throttle Menu Screens Index

An index of the 13 throttle menus divided into three screens.

Function Menu: Model Management

Model Selection

Switching between different saved model memories.

Model Naming

Naming and editing the current model memory.

Model Copying

Copying current model settings to another memory.

Model Resetting

Resetting the current model memory to default factory settings.

Model Memory Operations

Model Copy Procedure

Detailed steps and warnings for copying model memories.

Model Reset Procedure

Detailed steps and warnings for resetting model memories.

Timer Functionality

Starting and Stopping the Timer

Starting and stopping the timer.

TRGSTART Preparation

Preparing the stopwatch for activation via throttle.

Lap Time Recording

Displaying recorded lap times.

Stopwatch Key Assignment

Assigning a key to activate/deactivate the stopwatch.

Timer Operation Details

Lap Navigation Setup

Adjusting lap navigation settings for target laps.

Alarm Time Configuration

Setting an alarm for elapsed time.

Pre-Alarm Warning

Setting a warning buzzer before the alarm.

Alarm Mode Settings

Configuring the alarm buzzer sound mode.

KEYSET Functionality

Assigning Keys to Functions

Mapping ET and BT keys to various transmitter functions.

Direct Display of Functions

How functions assigned to keys display on screen.

Non-Assignable Functions

Listing functions not selectable via key assignment.

3-8 CH Channel Modes

Channel Mode Selection

Selecting operational modes for channels 3-8.

3-Interval Mode Setup

Modifying 3-interval output settings for servos.

2-Interval Mode Setup

Modifying 2-interval output settings for servos.

3-8 CH Channel Modes

5-Interval Mode Setup

Modifying 5-interval output settings for servos.

Analog Output Settings

Enabling continuous output for channels.

Gyro Control Configuration

Modifying settings for gyro control.

3-8 CH Channel Modes

Twin Servo Configuration

Setting up dual steering servos.

Four-Wheel Steering (4 WS)

Configuring 4-wheel steering functions.

3-8 CH Channel Modes

AMP Mixing Mode Setup

Adjusting front wheel control for ESCs and motors.

3-8 CH Channel Modes

T-MIX Throttle Mixing

Adjusting independent servo control for front wheel braking.

TLMY Telemetry Functions

RF Mode and Pairing

Changing the radio frequency mode and pairing settings.

Width Setting Options

Switching between general and French communication modes.

TLMY Telemetry - Response

Servo Response Mode Settings

Setting servo response speed (HCS, NORM, MILD).

TLMY Telemetry - ICS and ID

Real Time ICS Setup

Setting ICS parameters for serial servos via B/S port.

Servo ID Reading

Selecting servo ID to view/change settings.

Servo Model Selection

Selecting the saved model in the servo.

TLMY Telemetry - Battery Fail-Safe

Battery Fail-Safe Configuration

Setting automatic brake/decelerate based on receiver voltage.

Voltage Level Settings

Configuring current, alert, fail-safe, and minimum/maximum voltages.

System Settings - Battery and Display

Battery Type Configuration

Selecting the type of battery used and its warning settings.

LCD Display Adjustment

Adjusting LCD contrast and backlight settings.

Battery Warning Alerts

Low Voltage Indicator

How low voltage is indicated and how to respond.

Critical Voltage Drop Warning

Warnings for critical voltage drops affecting operation.

System Settings - Calculator and Sound

Gear Ratio Calculation

Calculating gear ratios based on component inputs.

Sound and Vibration Settings

Configuring buzzer tones, patterns, volume, and vibrator.

VR Information Calibration

Setting CPU, steering, and throttle position information.

System Settings - Configuration and Data

Operating Environment Configuration

Adjusting operating environment settings like keys, language, and timers.

Model Data Transfer

Connecting to PC to edit and transfer model data.

System Settings - Factory Reset

All Data Initialization

Resetting all model and system data to factory defaults.

Steering Adjustments - Travel and Balance

Steering Travel Range

Adjusting the total movement amount of the steering servo.

Left;Right Steering Balance

Independently adjusting left/right steering angles.

Direct Balance Function

Enabling/disabling the direct balance function.

Steering Adjustments - Trim

Sub Trim Adjustment

Adjusting the overall steering angle range.

Trim Adjustment

Adjusting the neutral/center position of the steering angle.

Trim Rate Adjustment

Modifying movement per trim button click.

Trim and Sub Trim Operation Guide

Purpose of Center Trim

Understanding how center trims adjust neutral position.

Purpose of Sub Trim

Understanding how sub trims adjust angle range and neutral.

Trim Setting Sequence

Step-by-step process for setting trim and sub trim.

Steering Adjustments - Speed

Steering Speed Control

Modifying the speed of the steering servo movement.

Steering Turn Speed Limit

Restricting maximum steering servo speed.

Steering Return Speed Limit

Restricting maximum steering servo return speed.

Steering Adjustments - Dynamics

Steering Curve Characteristics

Adjusting servo movement speed ratio for steering angle.

Steering Initial Response

Quickening steering's initial response.

Steering and Throttle Feel;Reverse

Steering Feel Adjustment

Adjusting steering feeling for cornering performance.

Steering Response Speed

Adjusting steering response speed.

Steering Direction Reverse

Modifying steering direction.

Throttle Adjustments - Travel

Forward Travel Adjustment

Modifying maximum throttle movement for forward acceleration.

Brake Travel Adjustment

Adjusting the maximum amount of brake movement.

Throttle Adjustments - Trim

Throttle Sub Trim

Adjusting the overall throttle movement range.

Throttle Trim Adjustment

Adjusting the neutral/center position of the throttle.

Throttle Trim Rate

Modifying movement per throttle trim button click.

Throttle Adjustments - Speed

Throttle Turn Speed Control

Adjusting throttle speed ranges for acceleration.

Throttle Return Speed Control

Adjusting throttle return speeds to neutral.

Throttle Adjustments - Dynamics

Throttle Curve Settings

Setting throttle curve for acceleration and brake response.

Throttle Punch Settings

Quickening throttle's initial response for power.

Throttle Feel and Reverse

Throttle Feel Adjustment

Adjusting throttle feeling for forward and brake.

Throttle Response Speed

Adjusting throttle response speed.

Throttle Direction Reverse

Modifying throttle direction.

Throttle Adjustments - Cycle and ABS

Acceleration Burst Setting

Modifying the amount of acceleration burst.

Brake Pumping Setup

Applying brake pumping to prevent wheel lock-up.

Throttle Adjustments - Auto-Start

Auto-Start Function Setup

Setting fixed throttle level at startup for auto-start.

Throttle Adjustments - Offset

Offset Function Setup

Offsetting the throttle's neutral position for brake or idle up.

Throttle Adjustments - Override and Break-in

Override Functionality

Arranging brake/steering settings activated by ET/BT buttons.

Break-in Function Setup

Fixing throttle operation for a set time for break-in.

Throttle Adjustments - Handbrake and Push

Handbrake Function Setup

Applying brake while pressing a control button.

Push Control Function Setup

Adding slight forward throttle when returning to neutral.

Product Support and Compliance

Repair Service Information

Information on how to contact for product repair services.

FCC Compliance Statement

Compliance statement with FCC rules regarding radio interference.

Product Specifications

Transmitter Specifications

Technical details of the EX-NEXT transmitter (KT-820H).

Receiver Specifications

Technical details of the KR-420XT receiver.

Ko Propo EX-NEXT Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency2.4GHz
Channels4
TelemetryYes
DisplayLCD
Stick/WheelWheel
ModulationFHSS
Battery Type4 x AA

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