europro975 75 Posted February 2, 2007 http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=53957 RC Multi-Function Control Unit - Pick-Up Truck (MFC-02) Released in 2006, the 1/10 R/C 4x4 Pick-Up Truck Ford F-350 High-Lift has been exceptionally well-received by fans around the world. With the release of this new Multi-Function Unit, Tamiya kicks up the realism another notch with light, sound, and vibration effects all controllable via a 4-channel transmitter (sold separately) to make the F-350 even more impressive. LIGHT EFFECTS 10 types of high-brightness LEDs (including optional LEDs) for a total of up to 33 lights can be controlled to depict various realistic light actions while driving. They can also light up in pre-set patterns during Demo Mode for a brilliant shelf display. Headlight 1 Headlight 2 High Beam Fog Lamp 1 Fog Lamp 2 Fog Lamp 3 Fog Lamp 4 Fog Lamp 5 Auxiliary Lights (Front) Auxiliary Lights (Rear) Turn Signal (Front Right) Turn Signal (Front Left) Turn Signal (Rear Right) Turn Signal (Rear Left) Reverse Lamp Brake Lamp Flash Lamp SOUND EFFECTS Onboard speaker unit can emit a total of 24 different sound effects (including optional sounds) that were all digitally recorded from actual vehicles, including the operating sounds for both a big imposing V8 engine and a spunky small-displacement turbo engine. Engine Starting 1 Idling 1 Running 1 Engine Stop 1 Up-shifting 1 Down-shifting 1 Horn 1 Engine Starting 2 Idling 2 Running 2 Engine Stop 2 Up-shifting 2 Down-shifting 2 Horn 2 Gear Changing Turn Signal Timer 1 Timer 2 Timer 3 Alarm SPECIAL OPERATIONS Up to 16 different actions can be controlled via a 4-channel transmitter (sold separately) to give the sense of driving a real pick-up truck. Steering Control Throttle Control Horn Operation High Beam Operation Gear Shifting Operation Turn Signal Operation Hazard Lamp Operation Headlight Operation Brake Operation Engine Start/Stop Operation MORE FEATURES Vibration Function Unit recreates rumble movements in conjunction with engine sounds. ESC enables realistic low-speed running. Speaker Unit not only emits the sound effects mentioned above, it also has an input terminal to allow connection with outside audio sources such as MP3 and CD players for music playback. 3 convenient modes of operation: R/C mode with Multi-Function effects off, R/C mode with Multi-Function effects on (4 varieties), and Demo Mode for static display with light and sound effects only (4 varieties). Detailed and user-friendly set-up guide and tutorials to assist users with proper operation of all the MFC-02 features (please see the next page for some preliminary sample diagrams). SAMPLE OPERATIONS High Beam Operation Move the control stick partially forward and keep it in the area indicated by the box to activate high beams. Switching Between Reverse Functions Slide 4ch trim lever completely to the left and move the control stick as shown to switch between the two reverse function types described below. 1) Normal Reverse: Truck realistically slows while braking, fully stops, then goes into reverse. 2) Direct Reverse: Truck instantly goes into reverse without stopping completely. Turn Signals On/Off Move control stick in the indicated motion once to enable turn signals. To disable the turn signals, repeat the motion. Turn Signal use When turn signals are enabled, move the control stick left or right to the areas indicated by the box to flash the left side or right side turn signals. Turn signals can be operated both while driving or when stationary. SEPARATELY REQUIRED ITEMS 4-channel self-neutral stick-type transmitter equipped with slide trim and self-neutral feature for optimum performance. (Futaba Attack 4WD recommended)Tamiya recommends the Futaba Attack 4WD (T4VWD/FP-R114H) because it has a self- neutral feature. Other 4-channel transmitters made by Futaba, JR Propo, and Acoms can be used with the MFC-02, but operations may not be as smooth as they may lack the self-neutral feature and connectors may not be compatible. As for transmitters from other makers, while it may be possible to use them, please note that there may be instances where they may not be able to operate all of the MFC-02?s functions. 4-channel receiver. 2 servos. SPECIAL NOTES Do not use together with ITEM# 53909 TLU-01 or ITEM# 53937 TLU-02. MFC-02 is compatible with the Type 540 motor only. Please avoid installing other motors. MFC-02 cannot be operated with 2-channel or 3-channel transmitters/receivers. MFC-02 is not compatible with PCM type receivers, multi-channel receivers, and older receivers made by Sanwa (identifiable by their black cases). Here's what you High-Lift owners have all been waiting for [] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adam1973 1 Posted February 3, 2007 Goody - a new Mini (M03R) with lotsa of twinckly things. [] A nice Tamiya factory alterative to Tech Racing's current sparkly offerings. Garry - Thanks for posting the piccy. I was confused whether it meant M03R(ear wheel drive) which would effectively be a M04, but that's certainly a front wheel drive M-chassis. I think that the "R" means race. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAnderson 59 Posted February 3, 2007 Goody - a new Mini (M03R) with lotsa of twinckly things. [] A nice Tamiya factory alterative to Tech Racing's current sparkly offerings. Garry - Thanks for posting the piccy. I was confused whether it meant M03R(ear wheel drive) which would effectively be a M04, but that's certainly a front wheel drive M-chassis. I think that the "R" means race. Correct Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
terry.sc 16 Posted February 3, 2007 Goody - a new Mini (M03R) with lotsa of twinckly things. [] A nice Tamiya factory alterative to Tech Racing's current sparkly offerings. Garry - Thanks for posting the piccy. I was confused whether it meant M03R(ear wheel drive) which would effectively be a M04, but that's certainly a front wheel drive M-chassis. I think that the "R" means race. It could also mean Rabiedmushroom[] - perfect for you Suzy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jocktheglide 0 Posted February 3, 2007 Im assuming here that the show is not as excited as it was last year....I remember at all my forums I visted there were huge threads on tamiya and other RC makers...this year its eh nothing it seems.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DynaHead 0 Posted February 3, 2007 Are my eyes deceiving me, or is Tamiya releasing an "Avante MkII" on the DF-03 chassis. That is pretty darn cool. I guess now there probably won't be a re- release of the original. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rabiedmushroom 2 Posted February 3, 2007 Goody - a new Mini (M03R) with lotsa of twinckly things. [] A nice Tamiya factory alterative to Tech Racing's current sparkly offerings. Garry - Thanks for posting the piccy. I was confused whether it meant M03R(ear wheel drive) which would effectively be a M04, but that's certainly a front wheel drive M-chassis. I think that the "R" means race. It could also mean Rabiedmushroom[] - perfect for you Suzy! OK, so I like the explaination that M03R really means M03Rabiedmushroom, so obviously that means only I can buy it!!! [] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VonBlade 0 Posted February 3, 2007 Are my eyes deceiving me, or is Tamiya releasing an "Avante MkII" on the DF-03 chassis. That is pretty darn cool. I guess now there probably won't be a re- release of the original. Huh? Where?! Which one? *pants excitedly* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mobias 0 Posted February 3, 2007 Is that Avante MkII not a mini RC car? Its listed as a mini RC car anyway. Still a bit disappointed that Nuremberg has turned out to be a bit of non event. I was expecting a lot more news and excitement here on the forums. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akihabaramallrat 0 Posted February 3, 2007 The avante above is a mini 4wd which is not RC: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mini_4wd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
garry 1 Posted February 3, 2007 Avante MkII on the DF03....... http://www.rcworld.ch/neueprojekte.asp?id=4054 And the BMW is AWESOME! http://www.rc-junkies.nl/toyfair1/albums/F...aToyFair-29.jpg More pics : http://www.rc-junkies.nl/toyfair1/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VonBlade 0 Posted February 3, 2007 The picture says 1/10th RC. That's not a Mini-RC is it. Although it's not as nice as the old ones and I see it still hasn't got a driver. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akihabaramallrat 0 Posted February 3, 2007 oops, I was looking at the list on page 1 with the Mini 4WD versions at the top Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monster_beetle 2 Posted February 3, 2007 Wow, that Avante MKII is great news. But I think they had to give it it's own high tech chassis. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
3doorpete 0 Posted February 3, 2007 Right - anorak on time. As I am building a Beams Integra for a friend, I believe good old Tamiya have been caught cost cutting [] The BMW 320 looks to be using the same wheels as the Beams Honda Integra but are silver instead of gold. Anorak off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
garry 1 Posted February 4, 2007 I think thats because the BBS-style rims that will come with it weren't ready for the show. Andy Priaulx's version should be easy to do. Slight decal changed and Union Jack stripes. [] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrc action 0 Posted February 4, 2007 Good to see tamiya putting back some detail with there lights in the shells. Just hope a return to cockpit sets for all over dam window masks and we will be there [] cheers Ryck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
