Digital Remote DRC Owner’s Instruction Manual M887655
FCC Compliance Statement FCC ID #MVUDRC01 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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. Thank you for purchasing this MotorGuide product! WARNING: Modifications to this device not expressly approved by the manufacturer may invalidate the user’s right to operate this equipment".
Note: The remote control system works with or without the foot pedal attached. PROGRAMMING THE SERIAL NUMBER Each remote unit has a unique serial number. Up to four serial numbers (remotes) can be stored by your receiver. For your remote to respond to your commands only and not those of other boaters, you must program the serial number into your receiver. Follow the instructions below (one time only) to program your receiver for each new remote: 1. 2. 3.
each time one of the arrow buttons is pressed. Each button press steers the motor left or right one step. Holding a button down will rapidly steer the motor until it reaches a stop; once it has reached a stop, the receiver will no longer beep when you press the button. When the motor is first powered-up, it automatically steers to a center position unless a foot-pedal is used, then it will steer to the position of the pedal. 2.
not used, the initial speed is equivalent to a setting of 2 ½ on the foot-pedal. 3. Prop On/Off – turn the prop on or off by pressing the center button and it will alternate between on and off. The “on” condition is indicated by a high- pitched beep while “off” is indicated by a low-pitched beep. USING THE REMOTE WITH A FOOTPEDAL 1. For maximum flexibility, the remote can be used in combination with the foot-pedal. Please note the following when doing so: 2.
steer to the current setting of the pedal and adapt to the speed setting on the speedwheel. CAUTION When changing from the remote to the foot-pedal, speed and steering will instantly convert to the footpedal setting. USING THE REMOTE WHILE TRACKING WITH A PTSv MOTOR Do not use the “Left” and “Right” arrow buttons on the remote while the motor is tracking. Use the following commands: 1. 2. 3. Tracking can be suspended with the “On/Off” button.
a) Motor speed can be changed at any time using the “+” and “-“buttons on the remote. REMOTE BATTERY REPLACEMENT Use only 3V lithium type CR2032 replacement batteries. Follow these instructions to change the battery: 1. Remove the four screws on the back of the remote control. 2. Remove the Remote Control’s back cover 3. Using a pencil, push the battery out of its holder. 4. With the “+” symbol facing up, slide the new battery in the holder. 5. Replace the cover and four screws. SPECIAL COMMANDS 1.
2. beep sounds. The motor will then steer back to the center position. Erase Memory - to erase all serial numbers stored in the receiver’s memory: Power-up the motor Within 10 seconds, press and hold all four outer buttons on the remote Listen for a long low pitch beep indicating the receiver has erased all stored serial numbers. FOR REPAIR SERVICE Contact your nearest MotorGuide Service Dealer. See a complete listing of Service Dealers in the US and Canada at our MotorGuide web site: www.motorguide.com.
TROUBLESHOOTING – Frequently Asked Questions The receiver beeps when I press a button on the remote but nothing happens. The receiver does not have the remotes serial number programmed; refer to “Programming the Serial Number”. Programming the serial number doesn’t work. The receiver’s memory might be full, see “Erasing Memory” then try programming the serial number again. Also, the serial number must be programmed within ten seconds of powering-up the motor.
until you get good reception. Check the battery in the remote as well. When I press a button nothing happens but the foot pedal still works. If the receiver was plugged into the trolling motor while the power was on it will not function, power cycle the motor to energize the receiver properly. The system slowly stopped working. Check the battery in the remote and replace if necessary.
MOTORGUIDE ACCESSORY LIMITED WARRANTY (ONE YEAR) (Keep your original purchase receipt) WHAT IS COVERED MotorGuide Accessories are warranted to the original retail purchaser1 to be free from defects in material and/or workmanship for a period one (1) year from the date of purchase. This Limited Warranty begins on the date the product is first sold to a retail purchaser or the date on which the product is first put into service, whichever occurs first.
MotorGuide nor Mercury Marine is responsible for failure or damage caused by improper installation, set-up, preparation, or previous service or repair errors. HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE To obtain warranty service, the purchaser should deliver or return the unit (postage prepaid and insured) to any MotorGuide Authorized Service Dealer. Products returned by mail should also be carefully packaged and include a note describing the nature of the problem and/or service requested.
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
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