LapMonitor Mini Z Transponder w/ICS Connector (MR03/ASF/EVO/MHS)
About this part
Transponder Overview:
LapMonitor Mini Z Transponder with ICS Connector. Designed to be paired with the Lap Counter (LPM01000 - Sold Separately) for mini and micro RC racing enthusiasts looking for a reliable, portable and user-friendly transponder to enhance their practice and racing experience without hurting the bank!
Features:
- Perfect solution for Mini-Z racing
- Compact and lightweight design
- Accurate and super responsive
- User friendly and easy to connect
- Reliable and strong connection
- Training and race modes
Specifications:
- Length: 17.33mm
- Width: 17.33mm
- Height: 5.19mm
- Weight: 2g
- Input Voltage: DC 5.0-9.0V
- Connector Type: ICS
- Application: Mini-Z (MR03/ASF/EVO/MHS) or other compatible 1/28 RC cars
Includes:
- (1) LapMonitor Mini Z Transponder with ICS Connector
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Details...Reviews4.0 · 1 review
I have LapMonitor Transponders that I used with my Slashes and have zero problems with them. They count laps every time. When I plugged in this transponder into my MR-04 RWD Mini-Z the indicator light on it blinked very faintly, but there wasn't any registering of laps. I then changed the plug on the transponder (ph 2.0) so I could use a small LiPo and it worked just fine! I did play with the potentiometer knob on the controller with the transponder plugged into the ESC, and still nothing. So, it doesn't seem the Mini-Z ESC board puts out enough consistent voltage to run the transponder from the plug (I believe it's a JST 1.5mm plug), which is designed for the light system. As much as I like the LapMonitor system, this particular setup with the 4-pin 1.5mm plug for the Mini-Z ESC board only gets four stars because you'll have to change to plug or somehow get it to put out more voltage (program ESC?). Maybe it'll work with the EVO or EVO2, I don't know because I don't have those (yet). Do yourself a favor and just buy the O-ring terminal or the 3-Pin JST-SH Connector for your Mini-Z.