Installation Cont’d:

ITEM#: WRL-HBEC ITEM# WRL-HBEC

powered by Western Robotics power wire to the positive (+) terminal of your battery source.
TROUBLESHOOTING: WRL - HB E C
Solder the Hercules Black power wire to the negative (-) terminal of the
Congratulations on your purchase of the Hercules Battery Eliminator Circuit battery source.
Q: The Hercules LED does not turn on when power is applied? Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
(HBEC). This new Battery Eliminator Circuit is designed and manufactured 2. Plug the Hercules voltage output plug into the battery slot of the
in Canada with the same high quality components as the Western Robotics’ A: Check if the power source is at least within the operation input
receiver. Make sure the polarity is matching with the receiver slot voltages and the connections are secured tightly with the correct Western Robotics Ltd. shall have no liability or responsibility to the user of any
original HBEC5/6 but with a new compact look! The Hercules Battery before inserting the Hercules plug - black wire negative (-) and red other party or entity with respect to any liability, injuries, loss or damage, cause or
Eliminator Circuit is a high efficiency, high power switching voltage regulator polarity. Make sure there are no shorts on the output side.
wire positive (+). Connect the ESC signal connection to Rx with the alleged to be caused, directly or indirectly, for equipment sold, furnished or
designed to work with all popular brands of RC receivers and servos. It positive red wire removed or alternatively use Western Robotics supplied by Western Robotics Ltd..
provides safe and consistent power to your RC receiver and servo(s) that Q: I want a 5V output and the Hercules gives a 6 Volt output and vice
GlitchBuster adaptor to isolate the ESC power from the receiver (sold versa?
Notwithstanding the above limitations, Western Robotics Ltd. is not liable for
eliminates the need for a separate battery source. The Hercules will boost separately). damages incurred by customers or to the customers. Western Robotics Ltd. is not
performance on your RC vehicle by reducing the overall weight while A: Make sure the voltage selection switch is set properly to output liable for the particular equipment involved.
3. WARNING!: Under heavy continuous current load, the Hercules either a 4.4V, 5.3V, 6V or 8.4V output before connection. Refer to
maintaining a high current output from high voltage sources. The Hercules unit will get extremely hot and cause burns when touched. Allow Neither Western Robotics Ltd. nor this document makes any expressed or implied
BEC is ideal for today’s more demanding R/C aircrafts that require higher the Setup instructions. warranty, including, but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability,
unit to cool before handling.
voltage sources up to 10 lithium polymer cells. CAUTION!: Long duration of current loads MUS T BE used quality or fitness for a particular purpose.
Please read the entire manual before proceeding. Before installation, be Q: The Hercules unit gets very hot during operation? Specifications are subject to change without notice.
cautiously with forced cooled air ventilation directed at the A: This is normal when the Hercules it put under very heavy loads.
sure your radio system uses center red or positive receiver/servo Hercules. Ideally place the Hercules unit close to the aircrafts
connections. Make sure the Hercules unit is air cooled ventilated to prevent
propellor for ventilation. overheating and failure. Limited Warranty (North America Only)
Securely mount the Hercules unit on your R/C model away
Features: from the receiver and antenna if possible.
Compact high efficiency selectable 4.4V, 5.3V, 6V or 8.4V voltage Q: The wire leads are getting warm? The Hercules Battery Eliminator Circuit is guaranteed to be free from defects in
regulator. A: This is normal when operating with higher currents. Make sure material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase
Setup: not to operate the unit beyond the specified voltage ratings. accompanied by the proof of purchase or invoice. Warranty does not cover
Wide input voltage range from 6.5V to 45V. (Minimum 10V for 1. With the Hercules unit installed and required servo(s) connected, turn damage due to improper use or incorrect installation.
8.4V output) (6-30 NiCd/NiMH or 3-10 LiPo Cells) on the transmitter without the battery connected. During the 90 day warranty period, if the product shows defects caused by abuse,
High current capability up to 3.3 Amps continuous. Q: There is a visual spark when I connect the battery to the Hercules
2. Before connecting the battery to the circuit, please ensure that the accident or misuse, it will be repaired or replaced upon Western Robotics Ltd. sole
High power output that handles up to 8 servos. unit? discretion, at a service charge not greater than 40% of the current retail list price.
proper output voltage settings are set for your particular application. A: This is normal when large voltage sources are connected because
Protects against Thermal/Current overloads. To set the Hercules to output 4.4V, 5.3V, 6V, or 8.4V set the switch settings Please ensure to include your contact information before any repair(s) or
L.E.D. status indicator gives visual feedback. the increase in potential that causes arcing during the initial replacement(s) can be conducted. Under no circumstances or condition will the
on the Hercules unit as shown below respectively. connection. Consider using an electronic switch to avoid such
High quality power components to withstand high CAUTION: It is recommended to double check the output purchaser be entitled to consequential or incidental damages. In no case shall our
voltage/current with no interference. spark. liability exceed the product's original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty
voltage with a voltmeter to ensure proper voltage
provision without notice. Because Western Robotics Ltd. has no control over
selection. Do not switch the voltage selection when power is Q: When I install the Hercules into my radio system and perform a connection and use of this product, no liability may be assumed nor will be
Package Contents: applied, power must be disconnected before changing the
Hercules Battery Eliminator Circuit unit range check, it reduces the range between my transmitter and accepted for damage resulting from the use of this product, user accepts all
voltage selection. Doing so may damage the unit and connected resulting liability. If you attempt to disassemble, modify or repair this unit yourself,
User Instruction Manual receiver?
loads. A: The Hercules have been tested with various radio systems and it may void the warranty.
Voltage Selection Switch been found to be interference free to most receivers. However, For warranty service on Western Robotics product(s) in, out or off warranty period,
Installation
due to the unlimited supply of new different radio systems in the please send the defective unit(s) along with the proof of purchase and a
1. CAUTION! Do not extend power wire connections. If extending (Solid fill indicates position
description of the problem, postage paid, to the given address below.
the wire replace the output wires with a thicker gauge to prevent of switch actuator) market, an odd model of radio system might be more sensitive to
voltage drops from the wire. electronic devices. If this is the case, try mounting and/or EMI
Customer Service, Western Robotics Ltd.
WARNING! DO NOT OPERATE THE HERCULES WITHOUT shielding the Hercules away from the radio’s receiver or using an
DIRECTED FORCED AIR VENTILATION AND DO NOT CONNECT
= 4.4V alternative radio systems at a different frequency.
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Power Connections: Please disconnect the battery from its
terminal before soldering the power connections. Connect the =6V
Hercules open input power wire connections by soldering the Red

INPUT POWER VOLTAGE = 8.4V

CONNECTION OUTPUT PLUG

Battery + + Hercules +
3. Make sure your transmitter has the throttle off before continuing. Now
Rx
Source - - BEC - connect the fully charged battery into the circuit.
- Signal
Note: It is recommended to use a battery source with a minimum of
+
either 3 LiPo or 8 NiCd/NiMH cells, 4 LiPo cells for 8.4V operation.
+ REMOVE THE 4. The LED on the Hercules unit should turn on.
ESC Motor POSITIVE ESC
5. Now the Hercules is actively powering the RC receiver and servo(s).
- CONNECTION TO
THE RX OR USE WR’s To further isolate noise from the ESC to Receiver and Servo(s), consider
GLITCHBUSTER TO purchasing Western Robotics Glitch Buster that optically isolates
ISOLATE THE ESC
POWER (SOLD them.
SEPERATELY) It is recommended to perform a range check with your radio
systems to prevent possible interferences between electronic
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