Owners  Manual

Renegade – 3000MP

Mid-Range Linear Inline Heat Sink Electronic Controller

Featuring uniquely designed “EyeDrive” Motor Drive “Mosfet Powered”

Braking and “Mistake Proof” reverse polarity and overload protection

Exclusive 3rd Eye - Fully Electronic Linear Circuit Design (Patent Pending)

 

Feature/Benefit

·          Kelly—Handle and red Trigger (Red and Blue handle is available).

·          “EyeDrive” high gain/high power/Overload Protected Motor Driver circuit.

·          “Mosfet Powered” Braking (stops the car on a dime and gives 9 cents change); stops car even after track power goes off.

·           “Mistake Proof” reverse polarity protection, No fuses to replace.

·          Excellent Throttle Response optimized for all cars and driving types.

·          “Continuously variable throttle control” (no steps) 150 bands).

·          Smooth trigger action with “No Deadband” from Brake/Throttle (reduces track times).

·          Light weight Handle with easy to use controls located at the top, No Bulky Heavy Brake and Sensitivity Pots.

·          Infinitely adjustable Brake and Sensitivity controls (0-Max).

·          Wide Sensitivity range for use on Road or Speedway Tracks.

·          High intensity Blue Power LED Indicator (Illuminated Logo) located in the handle.

·          4ft Long 12 gauge highly flexible power leads.

·          Ample Heat Sinking (Can be ordered with Heat Sink located near clips).

·          Unique “0 ClearanceTrigger Bushing Design” (adjusted during assembly).

·          Attractive Styling.

·          Track proven FASTER lap times.

 

HOOK UP

 

                The Controller is for use on positive regulated tracks only. Verify the polarity of the track prior to use, do not attempt to connect the controller to a negatively regulated track or to Drag or HO tracks.

All power leads must be connected to the correct colored terminals, Failure to do so may cause tripping of any of a number of re-settable fuses and reduce the life of the Controller.

When connecting the power leads, Always connect the Red power lead First! The Red lead must remain connected at all times. In the event the lead is not hooked up, the Controller will supply full power and the car will take off.

 

OPERATION

 

                The blue knob is the Sensitivity adjustment. Turn the knob counter-clockwise for less sensitivity, and clockwise for greater sensitivity.

The red knob is the Brake adjustment. Turn the knob counter-clockwise for minimum brake and clockwise for maximum brake.

Verify the Controller has power by the Blue power LED being illuminated.

Place the car on the track. While driving the car, adjust the Brake and Sensitivity to the desired settings.       

 

 

 

 

WARNING

 

      ABSOLOUTLY NO EXCEPTIONS

Third Eye Technology has taken measures to prevent controller damage in the event of polarity reversal with re-settable fuses.  However, Third Eye Technology does not warrant the Controller against abusive and/or repeated intentional polarity reversal. It is important the Controller is hooked up correctly at all times.

                               

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

 

The Renegade is a precision electronic instrument and should be treated accordingly.

 

The Precision Resistor must be kept clean at all times (using a Q-tip).

Cleaning the resistor after every race is strongly recommended and optimizes the Controller’s performance.

                Do not

§         Throw or misuse or abuse the Controller in any way.

§         Carry the Controller by the handle or place excessive strain on the entire assembly.

§         Pull the power leads from the track terminals. Always disconnect the power leads manually.

§         Do not under any circumstances Oil the handles precision resistor or wiper button.

§         Cut away the Controller handle. The precision resistor must remain protected from damage, dirt and debris!

§         Perform maintenance on the Controller with the power applied.

§         For any reason disassemble the Power box. There are no user serviceable components inside.

 

Trigger Handle Maintenance

 

Regular and periodic maintenance of the Trigger Assembly is essential to ensure maximum performance and life of the Controller.

As with any mechanical device, gradual wear limits its ability to perform the designed function. The Trigger Assembly is no acceptation. The trigger mechanism’s sole function is to provide a small accurate low level/low power signal to the control box to vary the car’s speed and braking.

 

General

 

The Precision Resistor and Wiper contact must be kept clean at all times, When evidence of “tracking” occurs, (discoloration across the face of the precision resistor by the wiper button) Using a Q-tip, Carefully clean off the resistor then blow out the loose particles from the handle assembly. It is strongly recommended the resistor be cleaned after racing for extended periods.

Never use solvents/cleaning fluids to clean the Throttle Resistor. Oil only the Trigger’s oil-lite bushing.

 

 

Trigger Arm Button

The Trigger Arm Button must remain in contact and track level and square across Resistor at all times in order to function properly. An indication of a maladjusted Trigger by inconsistent Trigger response or scratchy/rough when the Trigger is pulled during various points of throttle travel including reasonable side pressure on the Trigger (the car stutters or the braking is inconsistent or inoperative.

 

 

Maintenance

 

Note: Exercise extreme care when using tools or sharp objects near the resistor, damage to the Resistor may occur.

 

Check the following:  

1.        All electrical and hardware connections are secure.

2.        Tracking residue on the Resistor, clean with a Q tip (Never oil or use solvents on the Resistor).

3.        If the frame is sprung or if there are any bent parts causing the Button to loose contact with the Resistor with normal trigger side pressure.

4.        If the Trigger Bushing and Trigger are worn excessively, replace then lightly oil (See Trigger Maintenance).

5.        That the Button is not worn excessively or requires re-facing and/or restore the radius as indicated in the Owners Manual and “Button Repair and Replacement” below.

 

Trigger Arm Button Replacement

 

Note: The trigger Arm is a custom modified part P/N TE-21-003-001, contact Third Eye or local Dealer for replacement.

1.        Un-solder the Trigger wire then remove the Trigger Arm Button from the Trigger Assembly.

2.        Carefully install the new Trigger Arm Button into the Trigger Assembly then re-solder the Trigger wires.

3.        Perform the Trigger Adjustment procedure.

 

Trigger Adjustment

 

If the Button and Trigger Arm are in good condition perform the following as necessary.

This function provides smooth and quite Trigger operation and is a critical step for maximum performance. 

 

Pre-seating the Trigger button

 

1.        With the Return Spring in place, the Button must track level and square across and with respect to the Resistor as illustrated below. If not use your fingers to carefully bend the Trigger Arm until proper alignment is achieved.

2.        Remove the Return Spring then adjust the Trigger Button by first using your fingers to slightly tip the button at an angle and while placing slight pressure on the trigger button and cycling the button across the full travel across the resistor, Do this on both sides of the button.

3.        Re-connect the return spring then carefully insert a 1”x3” piece of 400-600 grit sand paper between the Resistor and Button length wise to the Resistor with the abrasive side facing toward the Button.

4.        Holding the sandpaper in place and by pulling on the Trigger, cycle the Trigger Button across the full travel of the resistor for about 10 seconds move the paper to a clean spot as necessary.

5.        Verify that the Trigger action is smooth, and the Trigger tension is not too heavy as not to allow the Trigger to return to the Brake position or too light or too light as not to allow the Trigger to come off the Resistor when the Trigger is pull and with reasonable side pressure.

6.        If the Trigger Button tension is Too heavy: It may be necessary to carefully pull the Trigger away to (slightly bend) the arm for the correct tension. If in the event the Button tension becomes too light, go to step 7

7.        If the Trigger tension is too light and the Trigger Button comes off the Resistor: Loosen the trigger Bushing nut and/or C-Clip then slightly bending the Trigger Arm near at the base (Trigger end). Snug down the Trigger Nut and/or seat the C-Clip by placing a nut driver over the C-Clip and press the C-Clip down on the Trigger verify proper tension is achieved when the Trigger slides across the resistor easily and when the trigger is slowly released it always make contact with Brake Stop. If in the event the Button tension becomes too light, go to step 6.

8.        Repeat as necessary.

9.        When the trigger is adjusted properly, replace the Handles, tighten the screws then apply power to the Controller to verify functionality.

 

Replacement Trigger Arm/Button

Contact your local track or 3rd Eye for replacement part # 003.

 

 

 

Any questions about products, repairs, or Track Sales locations contact

Third Eye Technology

Howard Smith (“The 3rd Eye Guy”) @

Phone - (707) 664-1722 Or

E-mail - I3rdeyeguy@aol.com.

Website - thirdeyetechnology.net