In this digital world; most children are seen being stuck with their electronic devices leaving out playing fields. Because of this, parents are having a hard time taking their children out. But with the help of advanced technology, we have found a way to take these children out to their playgrounds. It’s a remote control car.
However, there’s a concern with this remote control car. People think once you lose the remote for your RC car, then there’s no way you can play with that RC car again. And there we are going to clear that confusion of yours by answering your question, Can I use a different remote for my RC Car?
Things to Know
Here we are going to give you the answer. Yes, you can definitely use a different remote for your RC car. As long as it meets certain conditions, which are mentioned below:
1. Compatibility:
The remote controller and your Remote Control cars should be compatible with each other. Not only RC cars but also speed and other factors should be considered as well.
2. Frequency:
To use a different remote for your RC car, the frequency of your remote controller and your RC should match each other.
3. Modifying RC car:
You can modify your RC car in such a way that it matches the remote controller. This part is different from the other two points mentioned above because this part only deals with your RC car but not your remote controller. In other words, you don’t have to make any modifications to your remote controller.
(Advantage: you can control multiple RC cars with a single remote controller, just by modifying those cars).
Also Read: Best Remote Control Cars Under $150
The Basics of Remote/Radio Controller & RC Cars.
To understand your remote/radio controller and RC car, you should know about their basic functions and some common parts. After that, you can work to modify them in your desired way without making any mistakes. So, with no more delay let them check out.
1. Transmitter (in remote control):
The remote/ radio control contains a radio transmitter that provides a signal (at a certain frequency) that the receiver receives.
Most of the remote/ radio controllers have different channels for different functions (like steering and throttle) of RC cars. Therefore, you have to learn the purpose of each channel.
2. Receiver (in RC car):
The receiver is a part that is fixed inside of your RC car and continuously receives the signals sent from the transmitter. The receiver translates those signals into actions.
Many people think that RC cars are receivers. But this is completely wrong. The receiver is the part that receives the signals transmitted by radio. Again, they must have the same frequency. So, you should be able to find out the receiver of your model, if you want to make any modifications.
3. Power Source (in RC car):
It is one of the most necessary parts of your RC car. To operate your RC car, you need a power source which is a rechargeable battery. This will in turn make the small electrical motor of your RC car work.
4. Motor (in RC car):
The motor is a part of your RC car, which is responsible for the turning motion of your RC car with the help of a circuit board. The Circuit board decides which action the RC car is going to take.
5. Servos:
Servos are responsible for pushing and pulling your steering linkages. Its purpose is to control the velocity and acceleration of your RC car. You can judge your transit speed with the help of servos as well.
6. Speed Control:
Lastly, what you need to know is speed control. Throttle servos operate your engine’s carburetor and a mechanical brake. When we talk about speed control, it doesn’t only mean the ability to speed up, but also it should have the capability to stop.
How does Radio/ Remote Controller work?
Even if you deal with only the radio/remote controller, you should know about your RC car as well. You must know how both of these devices work together. To be honest, both the controller and RC cars should be considered as ONE device, because without any one of them, they are useless. So, let’s check out how they coordinate with each other to work.
1. When you push the control, it sends radio waves to the receiver over the air. (Note: without the power source (battery), it will not be able to send the radio waves).
2. Once your receiver (RC car) receives the radio waves, it will cause a specified action to occur. It can either move forward or backward, etc by activating its motors.
3. There is a circulating board that translates the signals (number of the electrical pulses) into action. (Note: Remote/radio controllers with full functions have six controls and they follow certain pulse sequences).
Those sequences are:
1. Forward
2. Backward
3. Forward Left
4. Forward Right
5. Backward Left
6. Backward Right
Each of these points has different pulses. And it’s the circuit board’s job to match and decide the action.
Conclusion
Now we have come to the end of this article. By this time we believe you’ve got your answer. Yes, you can use a different remote for your Remote control car. All you need to know is the basic functions and modify them accordingly. So, if you have lost or broken your remote controller, with the help of another remote you can still play with your RC car.
Remember it is not about your money, but your creativity. When you know how to fix the problem, then you can play with your RC car for as long as possible. And this will give you pure satisfaction.
So, this is all from us. Here we had well-researched information on your remote/ radio controller and RC car. We hope you have found this article helpful. Thank you!
