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Contents
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KIT OVERVIEW
Components
What's Included
What's Required
BATTERY CHARGING
BATTERY FITTING
PRE-DRIVE CHECKS
ARRMA RADIO GEAR
Overview
Factory Defaults
Adjustments
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
Overview and Setup
Adjustment
DRIVING FUNDAMENTALS
POST DRIVE CHECKS
BASIC MAINTENANCE
Slipper Clutch Setup
SUPPORT INFO
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble Shooting Matrix
EXPLODED VIEWS
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Thank you
Thank you for choosing this ARRMA product. At ARRMA we develop all our products using world-class technologies,
techniques and materials. We operate an extensive test programme on all new products to ensure the durability and quality
matches our very high standards.
At ARRMA we want you to enjoy using our products. If you need help or advice in running or setting-up your kit visit ARRMA-RC.com and
the forums at GOFORIT-RC.com for help online. Remember - WE ARE RADIO CONTROL
Warnings - PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
This is not a toy. This is a high performance RC model and must be treated with care and respect. It is the user's (your)
responsibility to operate this product safely. It is necessary to be above 14 years of age to operate this model. It is the parents
or guardians responsibility to ensure minors receive appropriate guidance. For further safety information and guidance please
refer to your welcome pack online at ARRMA-RC.com/GO
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This is a high performance RC kit. It requires regular
maintenance, visit ARRMA-RC.com for advice and
accessories.
Please read this manual and familarise yourself with the
kit and its electronics before operating.
Do not run this kit on public streets, near people or
animals or in small areas, otherwise serious accidents,
personal injuries and/or property damage could occur.
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Ensure that all nuts and screws are securely fastened,
especially wheels, before and after each use.
Always use fresh, charged and undamaged batteries.
Faulty batteries can cause loss of control, short circuits
and fire.
Warranty
To guarantee you have the best experience ARRMA offer a 2 year warranty covering defects in materials, workmanship and
assembly on all our products. To ensure you understand the full terms of the warranty and its limitations please refer to your
welcome pack online at ARRMA-RC.com/GO.
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Kit Overview
Components
Kit #102302
Kit #102312
Kit #102322
ARRMA Granite RTR
7.2V NiMH
Stick Battery
ARRMA ATX 2.4Ghz
Transmitter
Plug type charger
US Design Patent application
no. 29/384 679
Community Design No:
001258180-0001-0002
What's included
Cross wrench
Hex wrench
Shock pre-load spacers
1.3mm
1.5mm
2.0mm
7mm x 2
3mm x 4
What's required
Kit #102301
Kit #102311
Kit #102321
Plug type
charger
7.2V Stick
Battery
AA
Battery x4
Hex Wrenches
Side Cutters
Long Nose Pliers
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Battery Charging
E.G 7.2V 1500mah @150mah = 10 hours.
Battery Fitting
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Pre-Drive Checks
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ARRMA Radio Gear
ARRMA ATX300 2.4Ghz Transmitter
Community Design No:
001258180-0001-0002
US Design Patent
application no.
29/384 679
ARX300 Receiver
CH1 Plug
(Steering)
CH2 Plug
(Throttle)
CH3 Plug
(not used)
BAT plug
(not used)
Power Switch
C Trim buttons and
status LEDs
Wheel angle
adjuster button
(not ATX200)
'Bind'
Button
Third Channel Button
(not ATX200)
Status LED
Aerial
ATX300 Control Panel
A Throttle/brake
trigger (CH2)
Steering Dual
Rate Adjuster
(not ATX200)
Battery
Holder
Steering
LED
Throttle
LED
Steering
Trim
Buttons
Throttle
Trim
Buttons
Power
LED
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B Steering
Wheel (CH1)
A controls the throttle, to accelerate pull back. To brake push forward.
B operates like a normal steering wheel, left for left and right for right.
C allow you to fine tune the neutral point of both the steering and throttle.
Trade Mark : ARRMA
Mode l Name: 2.4G FH-TX-1
FCCID: ZWWFH24GTX1
Status
LED
Contains FCC ID: ZWWFH24GTX1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following 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.
201XX00215000
Idle and Low-Voltage Alarms
If the transmitter is left on, and both the steering and throttle haven't been used for ten
minutes, a slow beeping alarm will sound. To stop the alarm simply move the power switch to the off position. If the combined voltage of the
batteries in the transmitter drops below 4.8v a quick beeping alarm will sound and the power LED will blink. To stop this alarm replace the
batteries with four fully charged units - DO NOT MIX BATTERIES OF DIFFERENT TYPES OR AGES - this will result in reduced
range and possible loss of control.
Safety Instructions for Batteries
Caution: Risk of explosion
if battery is replaced by an
incorrect type. Dispose of
used batteries according to
the instructions.
1. Use only four(4) AA alkaline batteries in your ATX200/ATX300 transmitter.
2. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire as it may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes and skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting
materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conduction material may overheat and cause burns.
Transmitter-Receiver Binding
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To start binding the ARRMA transmitter and
receiver, ensure that both units are switched
off, within 30cm/12" of each other and clear of
possible sources of interference.
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Press and hold
the bind button
Switch on
MEGA ESC
Release bind
button.
LED will blink.
Switch on
ARRMA ATX
transmitter.
Wheel Angle (not ATX200)
Ensure that the drive wheels are off the
ground. Hold down the bind button on the
receiver and switch on the ESC, the receiver
will enter 'binding' mode and the green status
LED will blink. Switch the transmitter on
and within 30 seconds it will find the binding
receiver and the LED on the receiver will turn
to solid green.
Factory Defaults
Steering and Throttle trims both
set to ZERO
The ARRMA ATX300 allows you to
choose between seven wheel angles.
1. Press and hold wheel angle
adjustment button
Throttle channel REVERSED
(throttle LED lit)
2. Adjust wheel to desired angle
Steering channel NOT reversed
(steering LED unlit)
Steering dual-rate = 100%
Community Design No: 001258180-0001-0002
US Design Patent application no. 29/384 679
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Steering/Throttle Trim
Check that the transmitter and receiver
are switched on then position the car so that the front
wheels are off the ground. Look down on the tops of the
wheels and adjust the steering using the steering trim
buttons on the top of the ARRMA transmitter. A short
beep will be heard; A quick double beep means you are at
zero adjustment and a long beep signifies that you have
reached the end of the trim adjustment.
To adjust throttle trim, switch off your ESC and use
the throttle trim buttons on top of the ARRMA ATX
transmitter until you hear a quick double beep. This
means you are at zero/neutral. A long beep means you
have reached the end of trim adjustment.
Reversing Steering/Throttle Channel
If the steering direction is reversed - i.e left goes
transmitter and receiver are switched on then simply
trim buttons on the top panel; a long beep will sound
will light (or go out if already lit) which signifies that
reversed.
If you need to reverse the throttle direction, make sure that the ESC is
switched on and the cars wheels are off the ground. Then reverse the
throttle channel by holding the two throttle trim buttons until a long beep
is heard and the throttle LED is lit (or goes out if already lit). The models
wheels will rotate on their own as the ESC neutral throttle position needs to
be reset. To do this, switch the model off and on again and the ESC will chime
to signal it has set the new throttle neutral position.
Wheels must be off
the ground before
reversing the
throttle channel.
Dual-Rate Adjustment
right, check that the
hold both the steering
and the steering LED
the channel has been
The dual-rate adjuster at the front of the ARRMA ATX transmitter allows you to adjust the sensitivity
of the steering. Adjusting the dual rate can be useful when running at high speed or on very loose
surfaces where large steering inputs could cause you to lose control of your car.
To reduce the steering dual-rate first check that the transmitter and receiver are switched on then
turn the adjuster, at the front of the ARRMA ATX transmitter, to the left. It has 10 levels of adjustment
and will beep each time an adjustment is made; a long beep signifies you have reached the end of the
adjustment. To increase the steering dual rate, turn the adjuster to the right; again a long beep means
you have reached the end of the adjustment.
ESC (Electronic Speed Controller)
Overview and Setup
Heatsink
Motor Wires (orange +)
(blue -)
WARNING:
HEATSINK MAY
BE HOT
The MEGA waterproof brushed ESC (electronic speed controller) is
designed for use with ARRMA brushed motors and is automatically
setup for use with 7.2v Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries and
requires no maintenance. The MEGA brushed waterproof ESC
has a status LED, which tells you if the ESC and/or radio-gear are
performing correctly. Use the chart below to understand the LED’s
meaning:
Lights
Continuous Green
Flashing Green
Quick flashing Red
Slow blinking Red
Continuous Red
Battery
Plug
Meaning
Transmitter signal found, neutral.
No transmitter signal, check radio-gear.
Forward signal detected.
Reverse/braking signal detected.
Full forward/reverse signal detected.
Status LED
Receiver Plug
(CH2)
Setting Button
Power
switch
OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION: The MEGA brushed
electronic speed controller will turn off intermittently and not allow
full drive when the temperature of either the motor or the ESC
becomes too high. If activated please allow to cool before continuing
use.
BATTERY MODE: Lithium polymer (Lipo) or Litium Iron (LiFe)
batteries require special care. The voltage of these batteries must
not drop below a certain level. If these types of battery are 'overdischarged' they are no longer usable. If using these types of
batteries it is vital that you set the MEGA ESC to the correct battery
mode to stop the batteries overdischarging.
Battery Type
AUTO
NiMh (7.2v)
LiPo (7.4V)
LiFe (6.6v)
Voltage Cut Off
70%
5.4v
6.0v
4.8v
The correct battery mode will stop the car operating if the battery voltage drops below a certain point. The Settings available on the
MEGA brushed waterproof ESC are shown in the chart above. Setting the correct battery mode rather than using the auto mode is
safer and will provide greater performance.
To adjust the battery mode you will have to enter the adjustment mode of the MEGA waterproof ESC. This will also allow you to
change some of the performance parameters of your ESC to tune it for your preferred driving style.
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Mega ESC Adjustment Mode
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BEEPBEEPBEEP
The ESC will beep three times. Release
the setting button and the ESC status
LED will slowly flash red. You are now
in mode selection.
Turn off your ARRMA ATX transmitter.
Switch on the MEGA waterproof ESC
with the setting button held down.
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BEEEEP
Once you have the mode you want to
change selected, press and hold the
setting button again. The status LED
of the ESC will start flashing green.
You are now in adjustment selection.
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The number of red flashes shows
which mode you have selected (see
chart below) press the setting button
to change the mode selection.
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The number of green flashes shows
the current setting of the selected
mode. Pressing the setting button
w i l l c yc l e t h r o u g h t h e d i f f e r e n t
adjustments (See chart below).
Mode selection
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BEEEEP
Once you are happy with your choice,
press and hold the setting button. The
ESC will beep and the status LED
will slowly flash green. Switch your
transmitter back on and Go For It!
Adjustment selection
Red LED flashes Meaning
Electric motor reverse speed

Motor initial acceleration

Motor drag brake effect

Battery mode

Green LED flashes 
Reverse Speed
Off
Initial Acceleration
Std
Drag Brake Effect
Off (std)
Battery Mode*
Auto

Low
Low
Low
7.2v Ni-Mh (std)

Med.
Med.
Med.
7.4v Li-Po

High (std)
High
High
6.6V Li-Fe
*Setting the correct battery mode rather than using the auto mode is safer and will provide greater performance.
ARRMA ESC Factory Settings
Adjustment
Reverse Speed
Initial Acceleration
Drag Brake Effect
Battery Mode
Setting
High
Std
Off
Green LED flashes
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

Auto/NiMh /
The original settings of the ARRMA MEGA waterproof ESC are shown in the
chart on the left.
As standard the ESC will be set in either Auto or NiMh battery mode. Please
ensure that you select the correct battery mode for the battery type you are
using.
Driving Fundamentals
We design all ARRMA cars to be fun and quick to get used to. However, it is
important to be comfortable with the handling before exploring the upper reaches
of your car's performance.
For the first run we recommend taking your kit to an open, flat area (such as a
park) ensuring you are away from potential hazards, people or animals.
Start by simply driving round in a large loop, slowly building up speed to get used to
the handling. Alter the size of the loop and your speed. Notice how the car behaves
with different inputs. Experiment with different inputs and varying the throttle.
Watch out for the rear-end of the car breaking loose. If the car does slide try to
counter-steer into the skid and accelerate out or let-off the throttle and let it come
to a stop.
The method of taking a corner quickly without losing the car is simple in theory but
harder in practice when it has to be performed quickly. To take a corner you need
to slow down before the corner, hold your speed through the curve and, once you
see an exit line, accelerate out of the corner.
Once you have practiced the basic driving techniques and you are comfortable with
the performance of the car you can start to open-up the full performance potential
of your car. Why not make a video of you driving your car and submit it to the GO
FOR IT! forums on GOFORIT-RC.com so the whole world can see!
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Post-Drive Checks
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WARNING: BATTERY
MAY BE HOT!
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A. Switch off
MEGA
ESC
Remove
battery
Inspect car for
wear or damage adjust or replace as
necessary.
Visit ARRMA-RC.com
for guides and parts
information.
B. Switch off
ARRMA ATX
transmitter
Basic Maintenance
- For other maintenance guides please visit ARRMA-RC.com
Slipper Clutch Setup
The function of the slipper clutch is to protect the gearbox,
differential and motor from shocks and also to allow you to tune how
the torque from the motor 'comes-in' when you accelerate. After
running, if slipper clutch is too loose, tighten 1/4 turn.
To return to factory settings:
1. Fully tighten locknut clockwise.
2. Loosen 5 turns.
Surface Type
WARNING: A loose slipper will damage the friction pads.
If the slipper is too tight it may damage the transmission.
Slipper Clutch Characteristics
Slippery
Loosen
Smoother power delivery, easier to control.
High Grip
Tighten
Quicker throttle response. If the car wheelies
too much, loosen the Slipper Clutch.
Chassis Maintenance
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Clean the car, paying special attention to the areas on the right
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Ensure that drivetrain, suspension and steering are clean, free and lubricated
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Check that all the screws are tight
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Check tyre/wheel condition
Rag
Brush
Oil Spray
Automotive
Brake Cleaner
or
Nitro Car
Cleaner
Support Info
At ARRMA we want you to love running your kit and make owning a high performance
RC as simple as possible. If you have any questions about running, maintaining, tuning or
repairing your ARRMA product there are three options for you to use to get help and advice.
Visit ARRMA-RC.com for support, parts and upgrades for your kit 'GO FOR IT' is the worldwide
owner's forum for ARRMA. Here you will find other ARRMA owners, get help and advice on how
to get the best from your ARRMA product. If you can't find what you're looking for then you can
always email us at [email protected] 24hrs a day and we will do our best to help you
with your query.
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Basic Trouble Shooting
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Trouble Shooting Matrix
Problem
Possible Cause
VEHICLE DOES NOT MOVE
Ba t t er ies a r e incor r ec t l y ins t a lled in Check transmitter batteries and refi t - see
ARRMA ATX transmitter
model/transmitter manual
Weak , dama ged or no dr i v e bat t er y in Install fresh, charged battery
model
Check condition, reconnect and insulate.
Frayed or broken motor or ESC wires
Visit the GO FOR IT! forum for advice
Stop driving and allow ESC or motor to
ESC has shut down due to overheating
cool down
Replace with new unit - visit ARRMA-RC.
MEGA electric motor is damaged
com for advice and upgrades!
Replace with new unit - visit ARRMA-RC.
MEGA waterproof ESC is damaged
com for advice and upgrades!
Possible damage to transmission/drive- Check componen t s a nd r epla ce - v isit
line
ARRMA-RC.com for advice
VEHICLE DOES NOT REVERSE
VEHICLE DRIVES WITHOUT INPUT
SHORT RUNTIME
SLUGGISH PERFORMANCE
Solution
ESC low voltage cutoff has activated to Remove drive battery, leave to cool down if
protect batteries
necessary, and re-charge
ESC reverse mode switched off
Adjust reverse on MEGA waterproof ESC
Replace
with new unit - visit ARRMA-RC.
MEGA Waterproof ESC is damaged
com for advice and upgrades!
A RRM A AT X t r ansmit t er t hr ot t le t r im T hr ot tle trim needs t o be set t o zer o/
incorrectly set
neutral - see model/transmitter manual
Set throttle trim to zero and switch MEGA
Neutral throttle position of MEGA ESC in- ESC of f and then on again, a chime to
correct.
indicate the new neutral position has been
set
Battery damaged or not fully charged
Check condition, replace or recharge
Clean, check condition and/or replace MEGA Electric motor dirty or damaged
visit ARRMA-RC.com for more information
Incor r ect ESC bat t er y mode - v olt a ge A djus t t he bat t er y mode o f t he MEG A
cutof f too high for the batter y you are waterproof ESC
using
Battery damaged or not fully charged
Check condition, replace or recharge
A RRM A AT X t r ansmit t er t hr ot t le t r im T hr ot tle trim needs t o be set t o zer o/
incorrectly set
neutral - see model/transmitter manual
throttle trim to zero and switch MEGA
Neutral throttle position of MEGA ESC in- Set
ESC off and then on again, a chime to indicate
correct.
the new neutral position has been set
Slipper clutch adjustment too loose
Check slipper is set to factory setting or
your prefered setting - see page 8
Initial acceleration mode or reverse speed Modify MEGA waterproof ESC settings
on MEGA waterproof ESC set too low
Clean, check condition and/or replace MEGA electric motor dirty or damaged
visit ARRMA-RC.com for more information
Clean, check condition and/or replace visit ARRMA-RC.com for more information
F R O N T W H E E L S L I F T W H E N Slipper clutch adjustment too tight
Check slipper is set to factory setting - see
ACCELERATING
page 8
NO CONTROL OF VEHICLE OR SHORT A RRM A AT X transmitter batteries are Check transmitter batteries and refi t - see
RANGE
weak or fi tted incorrectly
model/transmitter manual
S e r v o a n d E S C s i g n a l w i r e s t o A R X Reinstall signal wires to receiver
receiver loose or connected incorrectly
ARRMA transmitter and receiver are not Transmitter and receiver need to be bound
'bound' correctly
- see model/transmitter manual
S T E E R I N G / T H R O T T L E O P E R AT I O N ESC has shut down due to overheating
Stop driving and allow ESC or motor to
INTERMITTENT
cool down
ARRMA transmitter and receiver are not Check for sources of interference and rebound fully or are suffering interference bind transmitter/receiver - see transmitter
manual
V E H I C L E W A N D E R S L E F T / R I G H T ARRMA ATX Steering trim setting out
Adjust steering trim - see model/
WITHOUT STEERING INPUT
transmitter manual
Drivetrain dirty or damaged
Damaged steering components
Check componen t s a nd r epla ce - v isit
ARRMA-RC.com for advice
Clean, check condition and/or replace visit ARRMA-RC.com for more information
v er se r ele v a n t cha nnel on A RRM A
S T EERING OR T HRO T T L E F UNC T ION R e l e v a n t c h a n n e l o f A R R M A A T X Re
AT X transmitter - see model/transmitter
REVERSED
transmitter is reversed
manual
Re c o n n e c t in t h e c o r r e c t o r i e n t a t i o n
Check that the wires from the ESC to the (orange to red and blue to black) ensuring
motor are connected correctly
fit is tight; if not pinch female connector
with pliers
ARRMA
AT
X
transmitter
steering
dualAdjust ARRMA ATX transmitter dual-rate
LIMITED STEERING ANGLE
rate set incorrectly
- see transmitter manual
Drivetrain dirty or damaged
Damaged steering components
Check componen t s a nd r epla ce - v isit
ARRMA-RC.com for advice
MEGA waterproof ESC is damaged
Replace with new unit - visit ARRMA-RC.
com for advice and upgrades!
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