Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
NOTICE: This product is only intended for use with unmanned, hobby-grade, remote-controlled vehicles and
aircraft. Horizon Hobby disclaims all liability outside of the intended purpose and will not provide warranty
service related thereto.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon
Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the
support or resources tab for this product.
Meaning of Special Language
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when
operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral
damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a
possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little
or no possibility of injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product
before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal
property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some
basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury
or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct
adult supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any
way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and
maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly,
setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Specifications
Vehicle Type
1/10th scale buggies and stadium trucks
1/7th scale on road (Limitless/Infraction)
1/8th scale on road cars and off road buggies
Input Power Connector IC3 Device Connector
Input Voltage 3S or 4S LiPo (30C minimum) or 12-18V DC Power Supply
Tire Warming
Temperatures 68-176(±9)°F / 20-80(±5)°C
Dimensions 114L x 55W x 35H mm
Weight Weight 189g/6.67 oz
Monitor Temp Display For Each Wheel
Power Draw 8-10 amps at start
Use Case Duration 2 hours (4 warming belts), 4 hours (2 warming belts) on 5000 mAh 4S LiPo
Using the Tire Warmers
1. Install the tire warming belts on your tires.
2. Connect the tire warmer leads to A and B ports on the control box.
3. Connect a battery or power supply to the IC3 input connector.
4. Follow the programming flow chart
CAUTION: Always disconnect the battery or power supply after use.
SPMXT2000
Tire Warmer Instruction Manual
Warranty and Service Contact Information
1-Year Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original
purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will
be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of 1 year from the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i)
cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident,
misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to
improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii)
modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted
service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized
service center, (v) Product not purchased from an
authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not compliant with
applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates
any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND
HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE
PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET
THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
Purchaser’s Remedy
Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and
exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option,
either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined
by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right
to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty
claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole
discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required
for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT
AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Country of
Purchase Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address
United States
of America
Horizon Service Center
(Repairs and Repair Requests)
servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/RequestForm/
2904 Research Rd.
Champaign, Illinois
61822
USA
Horizon Product Support
(Product Technical Assistance) productsupport@horizonhobby.com.
877-504-0233
Sales websales@horizonhobby.com
800-338-4639
European Union Horizon Technischer Service service@horizonhobby.de Hanskampring 9
D 22885 Barsbüttel,
Germany
Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH +49 (0) 4121 2655 100
FCC Information
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
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.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Rd.,
Champaign, IL 61822
Email: compliance@horizonhobby.com
Web: HorizonHobby.com
Compliance Information for the European Union
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/
receivers(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and
Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
IC Information
Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF
PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN
ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS
BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE,
STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY,
EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event
shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of
the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has
no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification
or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for
any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup
or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you
as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the
liability associated with the use of the Product, purchaser
is advised to return the Product immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.
Law
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to
conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or
modify this warranty at any time without notice.
WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot
provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or
use of the Product has been started, you must contact your
local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to
better answer your questions and service you in the event that
you may need any assistance. For questions or assistance,
please visit our website at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a
Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number
referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information
section to speak with a Product Support representative.
Inspection or Services
If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is
compliant in the country you live and use the Product in,
please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission
process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack
the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please note
that original boxes may be included, but are not designed
to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional
protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and
insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not
responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted
at our facility. An Online Service Request is available at
http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center_
render-service-center. If you do not have internet access,
please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA
number along with instructions for submitting your product
for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to
provide your complete name, street address, email address
and phone number where you can be reached during
business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please
include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and
a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original
sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration.
Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly
written on the outside of the shipping carton.
NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you
have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact
the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.
Warranty Requirements
For Warranty consideration, you must include your
original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase
date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your
Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge.
Service or replacement decisions are at the sole
discretion of Horizon.
Non-Warranty Service
Should your service not be covered by warranty, service
will be completed and payment will be required without
notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense
exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting
the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the
service without notification. Service estimates are available
upon request. You must include this request with your item
submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will
be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will
be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders
and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American
Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to
Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and
Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.
com/content/service-center_render-service-center.
ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product
compliant in the country of use and ownership.
If received, a non-compliant Product will not be
serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for
arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product,
through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the
sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant
Product for a period of 60 days from notification, after
which it will be discarded.
10/15
EU Compliance Statement:
Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares
that the device is in compliance with the
following:
2014/30/EU EMC Directive;
RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU;
RoHS 3 Directive - Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II
2015/863.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is
available at the following internet address: https://www.
horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.
EU Manufacturer of Record:
Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Road
Champaign, IL 61822 USA
EU Importer of Record:
Horizon Hobby, GmbH
Hanskampring 9
22885 Barsbüttel Germany
WEEE NOTICE:
This appliance is labeled in accordance
with European Directive 2012/19/EU
concerning waste of electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). This label
indicates that this product should not be
disposed of with household waste. It
should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable
recovery and recycling.
Channel B
Channel A
Navigate Up
Navigate Down
IC3 Power Input
LCD Screen
Start/Confirm
Back
<1. Tire Warmer>
*Tire Temp Set*
A:64 B:64
A1:---- B1:----
A2:---- B2:----
*Tire Temp Set*
A:62 B:69
*Tire Temp Set*
A:62 B:69
A1:---- B1:----
A2:---- B2:----
Warming Time
02:40
<1. Tire Warmer>
<2. Setup > *TEMP Display*
°Celcius
* Beep Tone *
- 8 -
* Beep Tone *
- 6 -
* Beep Tone *
- 6 -
*TEMP Display*
°Farenheit
*TEMP Display*
°Farenheit
Spektrum
Tire Warmer
* DC Input * * DC Input *
Power Supply
* Supply: 12.9V *
* Cut Off:11.8V *
4S LiPo
* DC Input *
3S LiPo
Checking The
Connection...
Wait A Second
XX ErrorConnect
Hit Any Key...
* Safety Time *
120 Minutes
* Safety Time *
100 Minutes
* Safety Time *
100 Minutes
* Version *
1.05
* Factory Reset * * Factory Reset * Factory Reset
With TEMP ADJ
Yes
Yes
* DC Input *
Power Supply
3S LiPo
4S LiPo
* DC Input *
4S LiPo
* DC Input *
Power Supply
3S LiPo
4S LiPo
X
M
M
M
X
X
X
X X
X
X
X X
X
+
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
X X
+
-
X+
-
X X
+
-
X+
-
X+
-
-
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
* DC Input *
Power Supply
* Supply: 12.9V *
* Cut Off:11.8V *
* DC Input *
3S LiPo
X
* Supply: 12.9V *
* Cut Off:11.8V *
* Supply: 12.9V *
* Cut Off:11.8V *
Tire Warmer Control Box
1. Press confirm button within 5 seconds to
change the DC input type, or the menu will
skip to "Checking the Connection".
At the "Checking the Connection" screen
press any key 4 times to enter the
programming interface
2. Power input options are displayed first,
select the power supply you plan to use.
LiPo selections have an audible warning for
low voltage. The default setting is 4S LiPo.
3. The system will check the connection
status and display any errors. Press any key
four times to proceed.
4. Select the temperature for your tires for
both A and B channels.
5. Setup options include
• Celcius or Farenheit
• Tone volume
• DC input source
• Cutoff voltage
• Safety timer
• Firmware version
• Factory reset
© 2022 Horizon Hobby, LLC. IC3, Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. Created 9/2022 424230
Press any key four times to proceed
XX represents the tire warmer
with an error (A1, A2, B1, B2),
Button Symbols For Flowchart
Navigate Up Navigate Down Back Start/Confirm
+ - M X