Sound Module USM-RC-3





The USM-RC-3 at a glance
for Sound + Light + Servos
Control
  • Suitable for all types of RC models with commercial remote control
  • Suppy Voltage between 5 and 15 V DC
  • Analogue control without radio possible
  • Additional control with smartphone app (Android)
  • 8 proportional inputs to control sound, speed controller, light and servo functions
  • Up to 16 channels via the sum signals s-bus / i-bus / SUMD / SUMD3
Sound
  • Inclusive 700 sound files for speed dependent motor, additional and random sounds
  • More than 140 ready to use sound projects for trucks, cars, ships, construction vehicles and airplanes
  • Individually programmable with the Windows software Sound-Teacher
  • Use of own recordings and songs possible
  • Powerful built-in amplifier for optimal sound quality
Light
  • 16 switching outputs for connecting LEDs, lamps, smoke generators, relays etc.
  • Free programmable light functions and sequences
  • 1 high current output for heavy consumers, such as smoke generators
  • 1 port to forward infrared or bluetooth signals to a trailer
  • 1 port for the Kraftwerk Easybus light system
Servo
  • 4 programmable servo outputs to control additional movements
  • Connection of speed controller to control additional motors
  • Automatic sequences of servo movements
Gadgetry
  • Data cable for connection to a PC
  • Loudspeaker with housing
  • Terminal clamp for easy connection of LEDs
  • Battery Y-cable
  • Volume control potentiometer

Description

The USM-RC-3 sound module is the successor to our proven USM-RC-2 sound module. The module has been extensively revised, improved and expanded with more functions - and all of this with the same small design of 65 x 43 x 17 mm.

The sound module was specially developed for RC model making in order to equip all types of models with true-to-original and speed-dependent noises, numerous lighting options and additional servo movements.

Due to the extensive setting options, each model can be designed individually and uniquely according to your own ideas. Over 140 preset projects for trucks, cars, ships, construction vehicles and planes make it easy and quick to get started.

All settings are saved on a micro SD card and can be changed at any time. All you need is a PC, an SD card reader or the data cable K-USB-2 and our software USM-RC-3 Sound-Teacher. The program is compatible with all Windows versions. With a free emulator like WineBottler and Wine, however, the software can also be used with other operating systems.
Sound functions
For a true-to-original sound of the model, sounds can be selected for the following areas:
  • Driving and engine sounds for two engines (depending on speed)
  • Additional sounds (e.g. horns, bells, sirens, hydraulic noises etc.)
  • Random sounds (e.g. compressed air noises, animal and ambient noises, etc.)
A loudspeaker with an impedance between 4 and 8 ohms and a power of at least 8 W can be connected to the sound module. For an optimal sound, we recommend using a loudspeaker housing (resonance body).
Light functions
The USM-RC-3 has 16 switching outputs to which LEDs, lamps and relays, for example, can be connected to enable various lighting effects. Light functions such as dipped headlights, reversing lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard warning lights, flickering lights, etc. can be easily implemented and controlled. All light functions can be automatically activated or deactivated to match the sound and movement.

8 time-controlled output sequences can be set for automatically running lighting effects. For each step it can be determined which outputs should be switched on in a certain brightness. Different party lights, all-round lights and running lights or hazard lights can be implemented easily.

An extra high-current output with 3 A is available for connecting particularly strong consumers (with a high current consumption), such as smoke generators.

The sound module also has an extra output for connecting an IR diode for the light module LM-IR-16-4 or a bluetooth module for the light module LM-BT-16-4. In this way, the light and servo signals can be transmitted wirelessly to a semitrailer and trailer.

All light and additional functions of the sound module can be activated via nautic and multiswitch modules and controlled via the smartphone app SFR-1 Controller.
Servo functions
With four additional servo outputs, movements such as those of windshield wipers can be easily controlled and adjusted to the sound being played. Speed controllers can also be connected to the servo outputs in order to control additional motors.
Operating modes
Like its predecessor, the USM-RC-2 sound module has different operating modes. These become relevant as soon as a standard remote control with a receiver and proportional channels is not used.

However, in 99% of the applications the digital mode (optionally with speed controller UFR-1230) is used, in which the sound module is connected to the receiver via proportional channels. Hereby the module receives the information of speed and direction and plays the correct driving sound and switches automatic functions, such as indicators or a warning light when reversing.

The analog and mixed operation is only used with non-standard RC remote control systems or with speed controllers with special functions, like a cruise control. The driving speed of the model is taken directly from the drive motor(s). Various switches for controlling the functions can be connected to 4 switching inputs.



You can find more information in the operating manual (PDF).

Answers to frequently asked questions about our modules can be found in our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions).

To test the software, a demo version of the USM-RC-3 Sound-Teacher can be downloaded.

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Video-Tutorials by BEIER-Electronic


The connection and programming of all BEIER modules are very similar, therefore the USM-RC-2 tutorials are very helpful to get an overview of how they work.

Video-Tutorials of USM-RC-2:
Tutorial 01 Installation of the Sound-Teacher, open new projects and save on SD-card
Tutorial 02 Connection of the sound module to battery, receiver and speed controller
Tutorial 03 Different options to activate driving sounds
Tutorial 04 Control different functions of the sound module
Tutorial 05 The diagnostic function of the sound module
Tutorial 06 Controlling functions with nautic/multiswitch modules
Tutorial 07 Different ways to adjust the volume




Video-Tutorials by customers

Tutorial
in English
Beier USM-RC-3 Full Install by Bob from Hobbyconcepts



Videos by customers

Truck SOUNDTEST mit Beier USM RC3, Cross Rc DC8 Tatra 813 by Andy
Truck BC8 Mammoth mit Beier USM-RC3 by Heiko Müller
Excavator Beier USM-RC3 with real CAT excavator sounds by Aloko TP
Tractor BRM Fendt 1050 4X4, Beier Soundmodul USM RC 3 by bagys04
Ship Shrimp cutter: Light and sound test by Getagabo
Ship Norderney by Mister X Kanal
Panzer Gepard 1/16 by Ivan
Tank Jagdtiger 1/16: Torro refined by Panzerschmied


Technical data

Supply Voltage (Ub): 5 – 15 V DC
Power consumption: Stand-by current: 80 mA
Operation: Dependent on volume and activated consumers
Proportional inputs: 8 pieces
Supported protocols:
  • PWM (1,000 - 2,000 ms)
  • Sum signal S-Bus / i-Bus (16 channels)
  • Sum signal SUMD / SUMD3 (16 channels)
  • Nautic / Multiswitch / Multichannel / EMS
Switching inputs: 4 pieces
LO signal: U smaller 2 V
HI signal: U larger 5 V
Integrated pull-up resistors 15 kOhm
Servo outputs: 4 pieces
1,000 - 2,000 ms
Switching outputs: 16 pieces
minus switching – open collector:
max. 1,5 A per output,
total current of all outputs is not allowed to exceed 3,0 A
1 piece high current output: max 3,0 A
Audio amplifier: 20 W
Loudspeaker: 4 - 8 Ohm
Volume control: By external poti (100 kOhm) and / or radio
Storage for the sound data: Micro SD-card (1 to 32 GB)
Max. length of sounds: approx. 180 minutes per 1 GB
Supported sound files: WAV format, 8/16 bit, mono/stereo, 22/44 kHz
Sound output: 16 bit, mono, 44 kHz
Number of possible sounds:
  • 5 running steps / gears
  • 8 gear shift sounds
  • Turn on noise, turn off noise, starting noise, stopping noise, idling noise, brake noise, reverse engine noise, curve squeal, flashing lights sound
  • 30 additional sounds (for example via prop channels)
  • 8 random sounds (random generator)
  • 30 tracks for WAV-Player
Random sound generator: Times between 1 to 999s adjustable
Additional ports:
  • Programming interface for data cable
  • Port for infrared diode of light modules SM-IR-16-2 and LM-IR-16-4, or Bluetooth module of light module LM-BT-16-4
  • Port for Kraftwerk EasyBus light system
Protection features:
  • Short circuit protection at switching outputs
  • Battery voltage monitoring
  • Failsafe for proportional inputs
Permissible ambient temperature: 0 – 60° C
Permissible relative air humidity: Max. 85 %
Size: 65 x 43 x 17 mm (with SD-card: 66 x 46 x 17 mm)
Weight: 25 g

Content of USB Stick + Sound samples

  • The Windows-software "USM-RC-3 Sound-Teacher" is necessary to compile, edit and change sound projects (available in German, English and French)
  • The program "Audacity" to edit and convert own sounds
  • Complete sound projects for following models:
• Auto - Ford F-350 (V8)
• Auto - Landrover Discovery TD
• Auto - Mercedes 320 CDI_1
• Auto - Mercedes 320 CDI_2
• Auto - Mercedes C63 AMG
• Auto - Mercedes G (Diesel)
• Auto - Mercedes Sprinter
• Auto - Munga
• Auto - Trabant
• Auto - V8
• Auto - VW Bus
• Auto - VW Golf GTI
• Auto - VW Käfer
• Bagger - Liebherr
• Bagger - T174
• Bagger - Volvo
• Bus - Mercedes Citaro
• Flugzeug - Focke Wulf 190
• Flugzeug - Me 109 G10
• Flugzeug - Wright Sternmotor
• Hubschrauber - Huey
• Hubschrauber - Hughes
• Hubschrauber - Rettungshubschrauber
• Kipplaster - Volvo A25C
• Laderaupe - Caterpillar
• Lok - Climax
• Lok - Dampflok
• Lok - Dampflok_1
• Lok - Diesel
• Lok - E-Lok
• Lok - GP38
• Motorrad - Harley Davidson
• Panzer - Challenger 2
• Panzer - Elefant
• Panzer - Gepard
• Panzer - Gepard_1
• Panzer - Jagdpanther
• Panzer - Jagdpanther_1
• Panzer - KV-1
• Panzer - Kanonenjagdpanzer
• Panzer - Königstiger
• Panzer - Königstiger_1
• Panzer - Leopard 1
• Panzer - Leopard 1_1
• Panzer - Leopard 2
• Panzer - Leopard 2A6
• Panzer - M1
• Panzer - M26
• Panzer - M41 Walker Bulldog
• Panzer - M60
• Panzer - MARS
• Panzer - Marder
• Panzer - Panther
• Panzer - Panther G
• Panzer - Panther G_1
• Panzer - Panther_1
• Panzer - Panzer III
• Panzer - Panzer III_1
• Panzer - Panzer IV
• Panzer - Piranha IIIH
• Panzer - Sd.Kfz. 7
• Panzer - Sherman
• Panzer - T-34
• Panzer - T-55
• Panzer - Tiger
• Panzer - Tiger_1
• Panzer - Tiger_2
• Panzer - Tiger_3
• Pistenraupe - PB300
• Pistenraupe - PB600
• Pistenraupe - PB600_2
• Pistenraupe - Prinoth Beast
• Radlader - Liebherr
• Radlader - Liebherr L586
• Raupe - DET250
• Raupe - Komatsu D61
• Raupe - Liebherr PR734
• Raupe - Liebherr PR736
• Raupe - T100
• Schiff - Binnenschiff
• Schiff - Dampfschiff
• Schiff - Dampfschiff 1
• Schiff - Dampfschiff S.S. Furie
• Schiff - Eisbrecher Kontio
• Schiff - Feuerlöschboot
• Schiff - Frachter
• Schiff - Kutter
• Schiff - Kutter_1
• Schiff - Mississippidampfer
• Schiff - Mississippidampfer_1
• Schiff - Opduwer 2-Zylinder
• Schiff - Patrouillenboot Hohwacht II
• Schiff - Polizeiboot
• Schiff - Powerboat Mercruiser
• Schiff - Riva Aquarama
• Schiff - Riva Ariston
• Schiff - Schiffsdiesel
• Schiff - Schiffsdiesel_1
• Schiff - Schlachtschiff Bismarck
• Schiff - Schlepper
• Schiff - Schlepper_1
• Schiff - Schlepper_2
• Schiff - Schlepper_3
• Schiff - Schlepper_4
• Schiff - Schlepper_5
• Schiff - Schlepper_6
• Schiff - Seenotrettungskreuzer
• Schiff - Sulzer 6 TW 24
• Schiff - Torpedoboot T56
• Schiff - Yacht V12
• Traktor - Caterpillar 830m
• Traktor - Claas Xerion
• Traktor - Eicher Mammut
• Traktor - Fendt 1050 Vario
• Traktor - Fendt 936 Vario
• Traktor - Fendt Dieselross
• Traktor - Fendt F18
• Traktor - JCB Fastrac
• Traktor - John Deere 8245R
• Traktor - John Deere 8530
• Traktor - Kirovets K-700
• Traktor - Kirovets K-700A
• Traktor - Lanz
• Traktor - Lanz Bulldog
• Traktor - MB-Trac
• Traktor - MB-Trac 1100
• Traktor - MB-Trac 1800
• Traktor - Schlüter 1250VL
• Traktor - Schlüter Compact 950
• Traktor - Schlüter Super 1500 TVL
• Traktor - Unbekannt 01
• Truck - DAF XF 105
• Truck - Detroit Diesel
• Truck - GAZ-66
• Truck - IVECO 140 E 30
• Truck - KRAZ 255
• Truck - Kenworth W900
• Truck - M35A2
• Truck - MAN
• Truck - MB Actros V6 320 kW
• Truck - MB Actros V8 352 kW
• Truck - MB Arocs 3363
• Truck - MB Arocs 4151
• Truck - MB-NG
• Truck - MB-SK 88
• Truck - Mack
• Truck - Opel Blitz
• Truck - Renault Magnum
• Truck - S4000
• Truck - Scania 140 V8
• Truck - Scania T500
• Truck - Scania V8
• Truck - Scania V8 mit Turbopfeifen
• Truck - Scania V8_1
• Truck - Scania Vabis 56
• Truck - Tatra 815
• Truck - Unimog 1600
• Truck - Unimog 400
• Truck - Unimog 406
• Truck - Unimog 406_1
• Truck - Ural
• Truck - Volvo FH16
• Truck - Volvo FH16 - Abschlepper
• Truck - W50
• Truck - Western Star 4900SA
• Turbine - 1
• U-Boot - U96


If you do not have all sound examples on your USB Stick (because we are always creating new ones) you can download our latest sounds with your Sound-Teacher (Menu File -> Download sounds from the internet)

Prices

Caution: To edit sound projects and to change settings on your sound speed controller, you need the "USM-RC-3 Sound-Teacher"!

The Sound-Teacher of other modules (e.g. USM-RC-2, SFR-1, USM-HL-2) is not working with the USM-RC-3.



All prices incl. 19 % VAT (Shipping to: Deutschland)
Sound module USM-RC-3
without USB Stick and without operating manual
179,95 € In stock

Sound module USM-RC-3
with USB Stick and (German!) operating manual
189,95 € In stock

Printed operating manual for sound module USM-RC-3 (German)
as replacement
5,50 € In stock

Printed operating manual for sound module USM-RC-3 (English) 5,50 € In stock

DVD-ROM for sound module USM-RC-3
as replacement
No longer available. Please order a USB stick.
5,50 € Not known when available again
USB stick with content of DVD-ROM for sound module USM-RC-3
for PCs without a DVD drive
8,50 € In stock

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Content of DVD-ROM for Sound modul USM-RC-3

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Included in delivery
  • Sound module USM-RC-3
  • 2 servo patch cable (30 cm) to connect RC-receiver
  • 1 cable (25 cm) for loudspeaker
  • 1 Flat ribbon cable (40 cm) to connect switching outputs
  • Fuse holder + fuse 4 A
  • Micro-SD-card + adapter

  • Optional:
  • USB Stick with software (Sound-Teacher) and sounds
  • Operating manual (printed version in German and English available - more languages on USB Stick)
Recommended accessory

Customer reviews for this product

08.11.2023
Ralf aus Berlin:

Ich benutze das Beier USM-RC-3 in einer SEABX ONE. Es ist mir nicht gelungen, alle Funktionen dieses außerordentlichen Sound- und Schaltmoduls vollumfänglich auszureizen, obwohl dieses Modellschiff über eine Vielzahl von Sonderfunktionen verfügt. Es bleiben keine Wünsche offen. Vielleicht noch... die Ausgänge etwas höher belastbar und der Summenstrom aller Ausgänge etwas höher?
07.12.2022
Jörg aus Greding:

Bisher bin ich mit allen Versionen des USM RC mehr als zufrieden.
Teilweise würde mir ein Bruchteil der Funktionen schon genügen.
Mir ist aber aufgefallen dass sich nur wenige Kunden mit der Fahrsoundkonfiguration beschäftigen.
Ich finde dass die Motordrehzahlen viel zu hoch sind.
In vielen Viedeos und auch in eueren Soundbeispielen wird die Voreinstellung benutzt.
Bei einem Dieselmotor hört sich das leider nichtmehr schön an.
Eine Endgeschwindigkeit zwischen 100 und 125% reichen völlig aus.
Vielleicht könnt ihr da mal ein tutorial machen.
Ich finde es auch ein wenig schade dass es keine abgespeckte Version mehr gibt.
In vielen Modellen ist nur wenig Platz vorhanden und es würde Sound und Licht Steuerung wie im USM RC reichen.

Genug der Kritik,
macht weiter so, Daumen hoch
25.10.2022
Roman aus Opava:

Hello, I would like to show you my model, in which I installed a Beier USM-RC-3 unit. I struggled a bit with the sound at first, as my speaker couldn't handle the power of the module. However, after replacing the speaker everything is fine. I adjusted the samples in Audacity to my liking. So the sound is great and for me finally the right one for my tractor.
I was very surprised how many features the unit has on the light outputs. So I used the Beier light part as well, for turn signals, parking lights, marker + driving lights (H4), beacons and brake lights. I wanted to use the unit for work lights as well, but those are too powerful for my RC-3. So I used MOSFET switches and switched the minus from the Beier to control the transistor pass-through, which connects the work lights directly to the BEC circuit. So the unit has minimal load, yet the lights are on.
As a further improvement I bought a Kraftwerk Steuerpad and it is just awesome. I have all the controlled functions on the PAD and it freed up about 4 channels and 4 switches on the radio. Plus I have it nice and clear in front of me.

Thanks Beier for making such great stuff and especially with so many setup options.

Roman from Czech Republic
22.09.2022
Harald aus Darmstadt:

Eigentlich ist die Bezeichnung 'Soundmodul' ja echtes schwäbisches Understatement. Denn das in Modellbaukreisen nur kurz 'Beiermodul' genannte Wundergerät ist deutlich mehr als das. Es steuert auch eine Reihe von Ausgängen und sogar Servos an und ist vor allem programmierbar. Auch an Eingänge zum Auslösen von Funktionen hat man gedacht. Ganze Funktionsabläufe sind so ohne große Zusatzelektronik machbar. Was mir auch gut gefällt: Es ist für alle Arten von Modellen nutzbar und die Beiers haben auch an alle gedacht, so sind sowohl z.B. Blinker und Bremslicht für die LKW-Fraktion schon vorgesehen, als auch die Lichterführung für die Schiffsmodellbauer. Ich bin wirklich begeistert von den Möglichkeiten - die aber natürlich auch bedeuten, dass man sich in die Software erstmal einarbeiten muss, um alles aus dem Modul herauszuholen. Die ausführliche und gut gestaltete Anleitung hilft dabei aber, sich im eher technisch-spröde gestalteten 'Sound-Teacher' zurechtzufinden. Man wird aber mit stetigen Aha-Effekten belohnt.
Tipp: Unbedingt das Programmierkabel dazu bestellen, denn das Gefummel mit der Micro-SD-Karte ist weder praktisch noch produktiv.
27.11.2021
Carsten aus Fuldatal:

Ich habe das Soundmodul in meinem Jagdtiger (You tube, RC-Tank Jagdtiger mit Soundmodul USM-RC-3)eingebaut.Die vier Servo Ausgänge sind eine erhebliche Verbesserung gegenüber dem ohnehin schon Klasse USM-RC 2. Ideal für dieses Modell, da man jetzt Höhen-und Seitenrichten sowie Kanonenrückstoss mit einer Elektronik steuern kann. Deshalb, volle Punktzahl für das neue Soundmodul.


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