TBS MAMBO TBS TRACER Manuel utilisateur
TBS MAMBO Radio
Revision 2021-10-14
Compact all-in-one Remote Control Radio with TBS TRACER system
The first radio with TBS TRACER built-in. And it fits your existing TBS CROSSFIRE module through the JR bay!
TBS TRACER is the world's lowest latency radio link and builds upon the rock-solid reputation of the TBS
CROSSFIRE code base. With the continued development and expansion of the TBS ecosystem, you will
remain on the bleeding edge of capabilities paired with the ease of use and overall robustness that TBS
products are known for.
Key features
• Ergonomic All-in-one (AIO) radio
• Integrated TBS TRACER Micro TX- up to 1W
• Runs TBS FreedomTX, a temporary OpenTX fork
• Industry’s lowest latency - only achievable with an AIO solution!
• Beginner-friendly
• Unconventional switches on top for transportability
• Full-size digital hall gimbals (same as in TANGO 2)
• Embedded antenna for a super-clean profile
• TBS CLOUD support (future proof)
• Solid build with quality components
• JR-bay for external modules
• Runs with common 18650 batteries
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Table of contents
Specifications
Attention
Getting ready
FAQ
Note
Updating
Overview
Detailed overview
Getting ready
Power up
USB Joystick
SD card content
FAQ
How-To Videos
Configuration controls
Changing stick mode
Changing channel mixing and end-points
Flying Wings
Radio configuration menu
Tools
Memory card
Radio setup
Global functions
Hardware
Version
Calibration
Model selection/ configuration menu
General overview
Model select
Manage models
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Create models
OpenTX configuration menu
OpenTX setup
Flight modes
Inputs
Mixer
Outputs
Curves
Logical switches
Special functions
Custom scripts
Telemetry
Display
Usage
External module
Neck-strap
Bind
Model ID
Set failsafe
Set up switch warning
Installing the battery
TRACER functions
Stick trim
Battery protection
Alert prompts
Inside the radio
Changing the flight stick mode
Adjusting throttle ratchet strength
Adjusting stick tension
Adjusting stick range
Upgrading / changing the gimbals
Changing gimbal springs
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Installing external antenna
Additional information
TBS CLOUD
Menu
Initiate the WiFi module
Connection to a WiFi hotspot
Firmware upgrade
Backing up the SD-card content
Update FreedomTX
Update the build-in TRACER
Update the SD card content
OpenTX mixer bypass (Gimbal destination)
Programming examples
LQ warning (audio)
Self-holding switch (Switch F)
Instant trim
FAQ
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Specifications
Type:
All-in-one (AIO) integrated radio
RC system:
Built-in TBS TRACER Micro TX
Output power:
25mW to 1W, location-specific restrictions apply (!)
Frequency Bands:
2.4GHz band
Antenna:
Embedded antenna,
Optional external SMA port
Holding style:
Pinch, thumb, and hybrid friendly
Default stick mode:
Mode 2, throttle and yaw left (user-changeable)
Display:
3.5” LCD-Panel, 128 x 96 pixels
Battery:
2x 18650 Lithium-ion battery (not included), USB-C charging (1A at 5v)
Runtime:
Approx. 6 hours
Channels:
8- or 12-channels (TRACER), more to be unlocked via software update
(free)
Operating range:
Variable depending on output power and radio environment
Gimbals
Full-size Digital Hall Gimbals (TANGO 2 Gimbals, upgradeable to
PRO/folding)
Controls:
2x Quad full-size hall gimbals
2x Two-position switches
2x Three-position switches
1x 2-position switch
1x momentary button
3x Configuration buttons
1x Rocker switch
1x Power-on button
Ports:
3.5mm headphone audio-jack for OpenTX voice support
USB-C for software updates, simulator, and charging
Internal CROSSFIRE/TRACER RX port for a wireless trainer (not yet usable)
Neck-strap mounting:
integrated
Speaker:
1W, for OpenTX voice support
Simulator compatibility:
Yes, over USB-C
Working temperature:
0 - 40°C
Size:
W 185 x L160 x H60mm (without Gimbals)
Weight:
565g (excl. batteries)
Kit contents:
1x TBS MAMBO Radio Controller, 1x SD-card pre-setup, 1x Set of softer
gimbal springs
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Attention
These Long Range Systems are capable of radio frequency transmissions and output power that may not
be allowed in your country.
Please always check your local RF legislation to set the frequency and output power according to
the regulation.
A general rule for RC aircraft is that they must be controlled always under sight of view, check your RC
regulation to keep up to date with regulations.
Getting ready
Getting set up and ready to fly is a quick and simple task. In most cases plug&play when using TBS
equipment.
FAQ
If you got any questions left after reading this manual you should visit the TBS FAQ section
Note
This manual is written based on FreedomTX 1.31,
TRACER 6.10, and WiFi 2.04.
If some functions are not
available for you, please update your system to this (Beta) or a later version.
Updating
To update and configure your MAMBO and the in-build TRACER, you need the TBS Agent X, which you can
download from the TBS shop.
To update your TRACER, connect it to the USB port of the transmitter and run the update by Agent X.
For detailed instructions on how to use Agent X, have a look at the Agent X manual.
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Overview
The following diagrams indicate the essential input controls (green) and features (red) of the radio.
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Detailed overview
Power button, left gimbal, Display, and speaker
Right gimbal, rocker switch
JR bay with installed TBS CROSSFIRE module
Grip pads on the back
Audio jack
USB port
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Getting ready
Getting set up and ready to fly is a quick and simple task. In most cases plug&play when using TBS
equipment.
Power up
Press and hold the Power button for three seconds until the animation completes. The TBS MAMBO
screen will welcome you.
USB Joystick
Plug in a USB-C cable and a menu will appear where you can activate USB joystick mode. This mode works
out of the box with the most common simulators available.
SD card content
The latest SD card content for sound files and scripts can be found on the TBS website.
How to update the sd card (video) (TANGO 2 video series). Please make sure you download the correct
content for your FreedomTX or OpenTX version.
The maximum allowed size is 32GB. Cards must be formatted in FAT32 format (on bigger cards only 32GB
will be available then).
FAQ
If you got any questions after reading this manual you should visit the TBS FAQ section
How-To Videos
A short playlist on how to backup and update the sd card, TRACER, and the MAMBO FW, as well as how to
set up switch warnings can be found here.
Note: the video series is recorded for the TBS TANGO 2 radio. The same steps apply to the MAMBO and
TRACER!
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Configuration controls
To navigate and configure the radio, the left-side buttons and right-side selector wheel are used. These are
the control inputs for the configuration menu system:
●Menu
○Quick-press enters the model setup
○Long-press enters the radio configuration
●Page
○Quick-press skips through the different configuration views
○Long-press enters the telemetry view or navigates to the previous page (in the menu)
●Exit
○Go backward or exit the configuration menus
●Enter
○Single-press engages a configuration menu item
○Long-press enters the model select menu
●Rocker
○Scroll through the available menu items or setting options
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