INSTALLATION KIT FOR THE
GARRATT K1 LIVE STEAM LOCO.  August 1st 2018

  Remote Control Systems (RCS)
 is pleased to announce our new 2.4 GHz DUAL USE DSM2 TX-1, TX-3, TX-5, TX-7 & TX-9  pocket sized hand pieces for Live Steam locos.
RCS TX's are marked CE and are FCC compliant, but not tested or approved.


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COMPLETE R/C KIT FROM ONLY A$299 (plus postage)
Kit comprises;
1 x # DU-Tx-1 basic 3 channel 2.4 Ghz DSM2 HANDPIECE,
1 x # AB-EM Auto Bind RX,
2 x # Hi-Tec HS82mg servo, 1 x # HiTec HS65MG servo,
1 x 4 cell AA battery holder, 1 x ON-OFF switch w/charge lead.
2 x # SL-6-EX servo extension lead. 1 x # SL-2-Way. 
1 x # SIG-REV servo reverser module.
ALL PARTS ARE AVAILABLE SEPARATELY.
You can order suitable dry cells or rechargeable batteries separately.
A charger is available for Australian customers.
K1 KIT STEAM "A" (W/Tx)
A$ 299
 
K1 KIT STEAM "B" (No Tx)
A$ 188
Other than to set the two reverser servos working in parallel, a servo reverser is not needed with the K1.
Loco is supplied with suitable metal servo mounting brackets.
 
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2.4 GHz 3-7 CHANNEL RADIOS (Servos not inlcuded).

RCS # TX-1, TX-5, TX-7 & TX-9 2.4 GHz DSM2 TX's.
Infinitely adjustable 90º valve gear servo.  Set knob to desired direction and cut off.
300º knob for 90º control of the steam regulator = much smoother servo control.
1 x Full movement servo output (Whistle?). 
Can also be used with "Centre OFF" & "Low OFF" ESC's for battery R/C.
"Low OFF" ESC's operate battery R/C just like you do with live steam. 
No servo reversing on TX handpiece. 
# Dual Use Handpieces al use a regular PP3 9 volt battery. Battery life = 10 hours plus.
(Click the pictures for full information)
 pdf instructions
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DU-Tx-1

A$119

LIVE STEAM BASIC DSM2 3 x Ch R/C Tx.
Designed for both entry level Live Steam and experienced operators.
Control Johnson Bar, Regulator &
1 x Snap action servo function.
DU-TX-5 Upgrade

A$20

 LIVE STEAM DSM2 5 x Ch R/C Tx.
Designed for Live Steam locos that require controllingControl Johnson Bar, Regulator, Drain Cocks, Blowers & gas Control etc.
Proper fully proportional Whistle function.
1 x Snap action servo function.
DU-TX-7 Upgrade

 A$20 DSM2 R/C for 2 x servo Live Steam locos.
Use with any DSM2 compatible RX including the DSM2-EM-DIV 5 channel RX below.
1 x Snap action Whistle function.
4 x 1/2 servo movement functions.
DU-TX-9 Upgrade
 A$20 LIVE STEAM DSM2 R/C for 3 x servo locos.
Use with any DSM2 compatible RX including the DSM2-EM-DIV 5 channel RX below.
Fully proportional Whistle function.
3 x 1/2 servo movement functions.
AUTOMATIC BINDING DSM2 RX's.
Low cost 5 Channel DSM2 2.4 Ghz RX.
Disabled Failsafe.  Turn off TX to cruise at last servo setting.
N.B. Twin antennas need to be exposed for maximum range.
AB-EM
 A$29 (L) Standard Xenon Rx's with twi 10 cm Diversity antennas.  Ideal for battery R/C   End Mount pins.
PDF Instruction Manual
 
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4.8 VOLT 4 x AA HOLDER FOR RECEIVERS USING SERVOS.
4-AA-BRICK
 $ 6 (L) 4 x AA cell brick pack with standard servo plug. 
ON - OFF SWITCH
Plug and socket connections.
HT-7215
$8 (L)
Hi-Channel ON-OFF switch with standard 3 position 2 wire connections.
Includes an externally accessible charger lead.
SERVOS CABLES
SL-6-Ex
 A$3 (L) 6" extension servo lead. Used where RX is separated from the servos.  EG Tender locos.
SL-2-WayS
 A$6 (L) 6" Short parallel connector Y cable to drive two servos from one RX output.  Useful for Garratt type locos.
SERVOS USED.  
HS-65MG
 A$ 49 (L) Recommended Hi-Tec® micro servo for controlling the K1 regulator.
HS-82MG
 A$ 35 (L) Hi-Tec® mini servo with metal gears for long life. 
The servo recommended by Accucraft for K1.
Two are used one in each engine.
Use the # SIG-REV-DUAL for keeping each servo working the correct way around.
SERVO REVERSER FOR USE WITH TWO SERVOS IN LIVE STEAM LOCOS.
SIG-REV
 $ 6 (L) Reverses one servo when two servos are working together on one signal.  E.G. Garratt type locos.  Needed if one servo throw is backwards relative to the other engine. OK with Hi-Tec HS82MG.
Saves reversing the servo in linkages.

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BATTERIES
SB2423
 $ 4 (L)
LOW COST QUALITY
9 volt PP3 Alkaline batteries for TX handpieces.
S4955B
 $  4 (L)
LOW COST QUALITY
1.5 volt AA Alkaline batteries pack of 4.
LSD-AA
 $27 (L)
Pack of 4 x fully charged AA ENELOOP
2,000 mah LSD hybrid batteries.
Ideal if you plan on using AA size battery holders.
5-LSD-AA
 $59 Pack of 5 x fully charged AA ENELOOP
2,000 mah LSD hybrid batteries. JR Plug.
CHARGER FOR Rx BATTERIES.
Rx-CHARGER
 $29 Mains powered Tx & Rx battery charger.
4 x cell or 5 x cell.
 
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON BASIC CENTRE OFF BATTERY POWERED ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLLERS.
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON ADVANCED LOW OFF CONTROL BATTERY POWERED ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLLERS.