APISQUEEN A300 Remote Controller Setup Guide: Mixing, Channel Lock, Binding, and Cruise Control
The APISQUEEN A300 remote controller supports several useful functions, including channel mixing, channel lock, receiver binding, and cruise control. Properly configuring these functions makes underwater thruster operation more convenient and helps prevent accidental button presses or unintended adjustments during use.
This guide explains how to configure each function step by step.
1. How to Set Up Mixing Mode
The A300 remote controller supports two mixing modes:
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CH1/CH2 Mixing: Mixes channels 1 and 2.
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CH3/CH4 Mixing: Mixes channels 3 and 4.
When mixing mode is enabled, the corresponding icon appears on the remote controller's screen, allowing you to identify the currently selected mode.
1.1 How to Enable Mixing Mode
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Turn off the remote controller.
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Press and hold the CH3 button.
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While holding the button, turn on the remote controller.
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Check the screen to confirm the current mixing mode.
After the first operation, Icon 1 appears on the screen, indicating that CH1/CH2 Mixing Mode is enabled.
Repeat the same procedure to switch to CH3/CH4 Mixing Mode. Icon 2 will appear on the screen.
1.2 How to Disable Mixing Mode
The procedure for disabling mixing mode is the same as the activation procedure:
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Turn off the remote controller.
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Press and hold the CH3 button.
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While holding the button, turn on the remote controller.
Repeat the operation and follow the icons displayed on the screen to cycle through the available modes and disable mixing mode.
2. How to Set Up Channel Lock
To prevent accidental button presses during operation, the A300 remote controller features a channel lock function.
2.1 How to Enable Channel Lock
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Make sure the remote controller is turned off.
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Press and hold the CH6 button.
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While holding the button, turn on the remote controller.
Channel lock will be enabled after completing these steps.
2.2 How to Disable Channel Lock
To unlock the channels, follow the same procedure:
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Turn off the remote controller.
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Press and hold the CH6 button.
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While holding the button, turn on the remote controller.
Repeat the operation to disable channel lock.
3. How to Bind the Remote Controller to the Receiver
When using the system for the first time or replacing the receiver, you need to bind the remote controller to the receiver to establish a connection.
Follow these steps:
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Connect the receiver properly to the ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) and motor.
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Turn on the system power.
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Press the BIND button on the receiver.
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Turn on the A300 remote controller.
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The receiver will emit a confirmation beep, and its indicator light will change from flashing to solid, indicating that binding is successful.
Note: Before binding, make sure all connections between the receiver, ESC, and motor are correct and that the power supply is working properly.
4. How to Set Up Cruise Control
The A300 remote controller supports cruise control, allowing you to maintain the current control setting after adjusting the thruster to your desired operating level.
4.1 How to Enable Cruise Control
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Move the joystick to adjust the thruster to your desired operating level.
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Press the OK button on the back of the remote controller.
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Cruise control will be activated, and the system will maintain the current control setting.
4.2 How to Disable Cruise Control
Press the OK button on the back of the remote controller again to deactivate cruise control and restore normal joystick control.
Conclusion
By following this guide, you can configure the mixing modes, channel lock, receiver binding, and cruise control functions of the APISQUEEN A300 remote controller.
Understanding these settings will help you operate your underwater thruster system more conveniently and confidently.
If you have any questions or encounter difficulties during setup or operation, please contact the APISQUEEN technical support team for assistance.