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Installation

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Caution
Regardless of your previous experience, follow all safety precautions to prevent any damage to your ASTER.

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Caution
ASTER installation requires deep technical knowledge of gearbox internals. To avoid damage, we recommend it to be installed by a skilled person. If, however, you wish to proceed with ASTER installation on your own, you must read this full-length document and watch the installation video beforehand. Incorrect installation may result in, among others, sensor damage, which is not covered by warranty.

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Apply a thin layer of grease. Excessive grease may cover sensors, which will result in cycle detection issues. Use grease of appropriate viscosity and density to avoid splashing.

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Excessive sector gear shimming may cause incorrect cycle detection. The gear cam must interrupt the sensor beam.

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In case of any difficulties installing or using this product:

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email us at support@gatee.eu

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Table of Contents

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Instalación

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Precaución
Independientemente de su experiencia previa, siga todas las precauciones de seguridad para evitar cualquier daño a su TITAN.

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Precaución
La instalación de TITAN requiere un profundo conocimiento técnico de los componentes internos de la caja de cambios. Para evitar daños, recomendamos que lo instale una persona capacitada. Sin embargo, si desea continuar con la instalación de TITAN por su cuenta, debe leer este documento completo y ver el video de instalación de antemano. La instalación incorrecta puede provocar, entre otros, daños en el sensor, que no están cubiertos por la garantía.

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Aplique una fina capa de grasa. El exceso de grasa puede cubrir los sensores o los espacios entre los dientes, lo que resultará en problemas de detección de ciclos. Utilice grasa de viscosidad y densidad adecuadas para evitar salpicaduras.

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Nota
Un calce excesivo del engranaje de sector puede causar una detección incorrecta del ciclo. La leva de engranajes debe interrumpir el haz del sensor.

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En caso de dificultades para instalar o utilizar este producto:

ASTER V2

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CautionPrecaución
The ASTER optoelectronic components marked in the photo below are very sensitive. Avoid their damageLos componentes optoelectrónicos ASTER marcados en la foto de abajo son muy sensibles. Evite su daño.

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Caution
Do not remove the device protective film or heat shrink tubes. Removing them will void the warranty
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Precaución
No retire la película protectora del dispositivo ni los tubos termorretráctiles. Quitarlos anulará la garantía.

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Caution
An insulation washer is required. Place the washers according to the graphic below. Placing washers in the wrong order will cause a short circuit and permanent damage to ASTER, which is not covered by warrantyPrecaución
Se requiere una arandela aislante. Coloque las arandelas de acuerdo con el gráfico a continuación. Colocar las arandelas en el orden incorrecto provocará un cortocircuito y un daño permanente a TITAN, que no está cubierto por la garantía.

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Caution
Incorrect placement of wiring under the motor gear may cause insulation damage and a short circuit, which is not covered by warrantyPrecaución
La colocación incorrecta del cableado debajo del engranaje del motor puede causar daños en el aislamiento y un cortocircuito, que no está cubierto por la garantía.

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Caution
Do not pull the trigger when the gearbox is open. This may result in trigger sensor damagePrecaución
No aprete el gatillo cuando la caja de cambios esté abierta. Esto puede resultar en daños al sensor del gatillo.

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NoteNota
The selector sensor does not detect black surface. If the selector does not come with a metal connector or is not working correctly, you must use an appropriate sticker from the INSTALLATION KITEl sensor del selector no detecta superficies negras. Si el selector no viene con un conector de metal o no funciona correctamente, debe usar un sticker apropiado del KIT DE INSTALACIÓN.

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Sticker position is crucial. Make sure to align it exactly to the left edge and the top red line. The set contains 3 different sticker types. First, use the one with the thinner black line. If you are not able to calibrate the selector, try the other onesNota
La posición del sticker es crucial. Asegúrese de alinearlo exactamente con el borde izquierdo y la línea roja superior. El juego contiene 3 tipos de stickers diferentes. Primero, use el que tiene la línea negra más delgada. Si no puede calibrar el selector, pruebe con los demás.

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While using a standard trigger, place the gearbox sticker as in the photo below. This allows ASTER to detect trigger movement. If you want to use a Quantum Trigger, do not use a gearbox stickerNota
Mientras usa un gatillo estándar, coloque la etiqueta de la caja de cambios como se muestra en la foto a continuación. Esto permite que ASTER detecte el movimiento del gatillo. Si desea utilizar un Quantum Trigger, no utilice una pegatina de caja de cambios.

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CautionPrecaución
In ASTER V2 Connectors must be bent according to the photo below. Bending connectors in the opposite direction may cause them to break. If this should happen, spare terminals are included in the INSTALLATION KITEn TITAN V2, los conectores deben doblarse de acuerdo con la foto a continuación. Doblar los conectores en la dirección opuesta puede hacer que se rompan. Si esto sucediera, se incluyen terminales de repuesto en el KIT DE INSTALACIÓN.

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Quantum Trigger

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NoteNota
Quantum Trigger is es compatible only with solo con ASTER V2.

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NoteNota
Mientras reemplaza su gatillo anterior con un Quantum Trigger, use el mismo resorte de gatillo.

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Note

CautionPrecaución
No retire el sticker blanco de su Quantum Trigger.

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CautionPrecaución
Do not pull the trigger when the gearbox is open. This may result in trigger sensor damage.

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CautionPrecaución
While installing a Quantum Trigger, do not place the gearbox sticker inside. If an ASTER was installed previously, remove the gearbox sticker.

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NoteNota
Finish assembling your replica and calibrate your ASTER following the steps in the Calibration section of this guide.

ASTER V3

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Note

CautionPrecaución
The ASTER optoelectronic components marked in the photo below are very sensitive. Avoid their damage.

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Note

CautionPrecaución
Do not remove the device protective film or heat shrink tubes. Removing them will void the warranty.

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CautionPrecaución
Use a metal washer with a diameter of max. 8 mm [0.31 inch] to avoid damaging ASTER.

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ASTER V3 fits CNC gearboxes with very low backlash. While fitting ASTER, pull the cables and at the same time push the board into the right place. Pay attention to the area marked yellow to fit the board correctly. Do this carefully so as not to damage the insulation of the wires.

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Use the trigger sticker to make it visible for the trigger sensor.

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ASTER can detect trigger position very precisely. In order to increase sensitivity, you need to eliminate trigger backlash. The set contains 3 trigger anti-backlash stickers of various thicknesses. Try each one of them or a combination of more than one and choose the most appropriate one.

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In AK type AEGs, eliminate as much backlash in the selector mechanism as possible. Tighten all screws and make sure you eliminate the micro moves indicated with arrows. You can do this using the additional stickers included in the INSTALLATION KIT

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Tip

NoteNota
For AK and G36 selector types, it may be required to sand the inner edge of the selector plate. The distance between the edges must be 15 mm [0.59 in].

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NoteNota
The selector plate requires modification. Place the selector sticker according to the photos below. Its position is crucial.

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CautionPrecaución
In ASTER V3 the connectors must be straight according to the photo below. Bending and straightening the connectors back may cause them to break. If this should happen, spare terminals are included in the INSTALLATION KIT.

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Calibration

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During calibration, remember to pull the trigger completely each time (until you feel resistance).

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NoteNota
AUG type AEGs can only be calibrated in the GCS app.

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  • If there is a problem during calibration, a short high and mid frequency vibration occurs. Then, calibrate the selector again.

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NoteNota
You do not have to calibrate your unit each time, only restoring the factory settings will require re-calibration.

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This programming mode allows you to set the options of basic ASTER functions.

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To run Programming via Trigger, your AEG must have a physical 3-stage selector. 

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You can easily change the menu level by switching the selector. Pull the trigger to quickly navigate the menu. Each time you pull the trigger, the LED color changes as well as the number of accompanying vibrations. The table presents functions and their options programmable via trigger as well as how they are indicated by LED and vibrations.

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If you hold the trigger for 10 seconds, factory settings are restored, which is indicated by 2 vibrations.

grafika pokazująca co oznacza dana pozycja selektora, gdzie znajduje się LED, oraz jak działa spust w zależności od długości kliku*

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The number of vibrations and the LED color reflect the position of an option or function from the menu, e.g. if 5 BBs are selected in Full for BURST mode, you will hear 3 vibrations.

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*SAFE mode also applies when the selector is in SAFE while connecting the battery – switching to SEMI or AUTO deactivates it.

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NoteNota
ASTER remembers your settings, so programming always starts by informing you of the current settings.

Programming via USB-Link

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NoteNota
You can use a USB-Link to connect your ASTER to GCS for Android and Windows/macOS. To connect to GCS for iOS, you must use a Blu-Link.

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CautionPrecaución
Prevent the USB-Link and the ends of the USB cable from contact with conductive materials, such as dust, liquid or metal powder.

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CautionPrecaución
Do not remove the device heat shrink tube.

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  • USB-A cable for PC/Mac

  • Micro-USB or USB-C cable for smartphones

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NoteNota
The micro-USB cable has the same connectors on both sides. However, it is very important to connect the USB-Link and smartphone to the appropriate ends of the cable as otherwise, it will not work. 

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NoteNota
If your USB-Link cannot be detected, follow the instructions displayed in GCS.

  1. Connect ASTER to the USB-Link.

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NoteNota
If your USB-Link cannot detect ASTER, check if the issue persists with another PC, Mac or smartphone. If the problem persists:

  1. Now you can control ASTER via GCS.

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Restoring Factory Settings

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NoteNota
Restoring the factory settings results in resetting the default settings, erasing adaptations and statistical data.

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NoteNota
Restoring the factory settings of ASTER requires re-calibration in GCS.

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  1. Disconnect the battery

  2. Pull the trigger

  3. While the trigger is pulled, connect the battery (ignore the warning vibrations)

  4. Hold the trigger for 10 seconds until you hear 2 vibrations confirming the reset (ignore the vibrations occurring in the meantime informing about entering the programming mode)

  5. Release the trigger

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NoteNota
The trigger must be held down throughout the entire operation – from connecting the battery until you hear the vibrations.

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  • The LED light in the trigger hole glows in the color reflecting the issue type

    • Yellow indicates a warning

    • Red indicates a problem

    • Red-Blue blinking alternately indicates the device failed on self-test

    • Red-Yellow blinking alternately indicates other errors

  • Each vibration type corresponds to an issue type

    • high frequency vibrations indicate a warning

    • low frequency vibrations indicate a problem

    • Low-high frequency vibrations indicate the device failed on self-test

    • High-low frequency vibrations indicate other errors

  • The number of vibrations determines exactly what the problem is (for reference read the DTC explanations presented later on in this guide)

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It is good practice to clear the DTCs in GCS before each skirmish.

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DTC name

DTC

LED indicator color / number of blinks and vibrations / vibration type

Error description (what happened)

Possible reason

(why it happened)

Possible solution

(what to do)

No errors

Green / 1 / -

No errors detected

Everything is fine

Enjoy airsofting

Under Voltage Protection 1

UVP1

Yellow / 1 / High

Protection against over-discharge of the battery. Battery protection was activated.

  1. The battery is discharged

  1. Charge the battery

Under Voltage Protection 2

UVP2

Yellow / 2 / High

The voltage dropped below 1.9 V which is critical for ASTER to work properly.

  1. The battery is discharged

  2. The battery is worn out and has too high internal resistance

  3. Inadequate battery type for given AEG configuration

  4. Too much electrical resistance between ASTER and the battery

  5. Motor too strong for the connected battery

  6. Motor connections short circuit

  7. Motor is jammed

  8. Motor is damaged

  1. Charge the battery

  2. Replace the battery

  3. Use a battery with more capacity or more voltage

  4. Do not use any adapters

  5. Use standard or high-torque motors instead of high-speed

  6. Check and fix the motor wires insulation

  7. Unjam the motor

  8. Replace the motor

Under Voltage Protection 3

UVP3

Yellow / 3 / High

Protection against over-discharge of the battery. Battery protection was activated immediately after connecting the battery.

  1. Number of cells is different than their number set in GCS

  2. The battery is discharged

  1. Set the same number of cells in GCS as in the battery

  2. Charge the battery

Motor Disc

MOTOR DISC

Yellow / 4 / High

ASTER did not detect the motor.

  1. Motor is not connected

  2. Brushes are worn out

  3. Motor is damaged

  1. Check wiring and motor connectors. Connect the motor

  2. Replace brushes

  3. Replace the motor

Gear Not Detected

GND

Red / 1 / Low

ASTER did not detect the sector gear.

  1. Too high sector gear shimming

  2. Sector gear sensor is dirty

  3. Sector gear sensor is damaged

  4. Sector gear is jammed

  5. Motor is damaged

  1. Remove shims under the sector gear

  2. Clean sector gear sensor

  3. Contact 

aster@gatee.eu

  1. Inspect the sensors using GCS

  2. Replace the motor

  3. In case of dirty or damaged gear sensor you may

set Cycle detection to Off

Overload

OVL

Red / 2 / Low

Too high load. The load limit was exceeded.

  1. ASTER with BASIC and ADVANCED firmware edition is dedicated for up to mid-tuned guns

  1. Use high-torque motor and gears

  2. Upgrade firmware to EXPERT

Over Current Protection

OCP

Red / 3 / Low

ASTER detected too high current. Overcurrent protection was activated.

  1. Motor is damaged

  2. Motor or gearbox is jammed

  3. Motor connections short circuit

  1. Replace the motor

  2. Unjam the motor or gearbox

  3. Check and fix the motor wires insulation

Short Circuit Protection

SCP

Red / 4 / Low

ASTER detected current over 220 A. Short circuit protection was activated.

  1. Motor is damaged

  2. Motor or gearbox is jammed

  3. Motor connections short circuit

  1. Replace the motor

  2. Unjam the motor or gearbox

  3. Check and fix the motor wires insulation

Over Temperature Protection

OTP

Red / 5 / Low

ASTER temperature is too high. Over temperature protection was activated.

  1. Outside temperature is too high in correlation with the demanding AEG

  2. Frequent short circuits and ASTER electrical overloads

  1. Wait until the temperature drops

Self-test Failure

STF

Red-Blue / 2 / Low-High

The device failed on self-test.

  1. Internal error of the device

  1. Contact 

aster@gatee.eu

Other error

Red-Yellow / 2 / High-Low

Connect ASTER with GCS and check DTC

 

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In case of any difficulties installing or using this product: