FCC ID: AZPFHSSBI-24G Radio Control

 

INSTRUCTION MANUAL R R Digital Proportional R/C System 1M23N28302

Thank you for purchasing a Futaba 4PLS-2.4GHz system. Before using your 4PLS-2.4GHz system, read this manual carefully in order to use your R/C set safely. After reading this manual, store it in a safe place. IN NORTH AMERICA Please feel free to contact the Futaba Service Center for assistance in operation, use and programming. Please be sure to regularly visit the 4PLS Frequently Asked Questions web site at www.futaba-rc.com/faq/. This page includes extensive programming, use, set up and safety information on the 4PLS radio system and is pdated regularly. Any technical updates and US manual corrections will be available on this web page. If you

information on contacting us via email for the most rapid and convenient response. Dont have Internet access? Internet access is available at no charge at most public li-

reference for many modelers as items can be printed and saved for future reference, and can be accessed at any hour of the day, night, weekend or holiday. If you do not wish to access the internet for information, however, dont worry. Our support teams are avail-

able Monday through Friday 8-5 Central time to assist you. FOR SERVICE ONLY:

Futaba Service Center 3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Champaign, IL 61822 Phone: 217-398-0007 www.futaba-rc.com/service.html Email: service@futaba-rc.com FOR SUPPORT :

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Fax: 217-398-7721 Phone: 217-398-8970 option 2 E-mail: support@futaba-rc.com OUTSIDE NORTH AMERICA Please contact your Futaba importer in your region of the world to assist you with any questions, problems or service needs. Please recognize that all information in this manual, and all support availability, is based upon the systems sold in North America only. Products purchased elsewhere may vary. Always contact your regions support center for assistance.

1. This product may be used for models only. It is not intended for use in any application other than the control of models for hobby and recreational purposes. 2 4PLS-Eng-01-P2-3.indd 2 2013/04/06 11:28:07 2. Exportation precautions:

(a) When this product is exported from the country of manufacture, its use is to be ap-

proved by the laws governing the country of destination for devices that emit radio fre-

strictions on such export. Prior approval of the appropriate government authorities may be required. If you have purchased this product from an exporter outside your country, and not the authorized Futaba distributor in your country, please contact the seller im-

mediately to determine if such export regulations have been met.

(b) Use of this product with other than models may be restricted by Export and Trade Control Regulations, and an application for export approval must be submitted.

changes may void the warranty. Battery Recycling (for U.S.A.) The RBRC SEAL on the (easily removable) nickel-cadmium battery and nickel-metal-hydride battery contained in Futaba products indicates that Futaba Corporation of America is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States. The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-cadmium batteries and nickel-

metal-hydride batteries into the trash or municipal waste system, which is illegal in some areas. You may contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the spent battery. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on NiCd/NiMH battery recycling in your area. Futaba Corporation of America's involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. NOTE: Our instruction manuals encourage our customers to return spent batteries to a local recycling center in order to keep a healthy environment. RBRC is a trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.

tions should be made.

3 4PLS-Eng-01-P2-3.indd 3 2013/04/06 11:28:08 Table Of Contents For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others.........................8 Explanation Of Symbols ...............................................................8 2.4GHz System Precautions.........................................................8 Receiver Mode Precautions .........................................................8 Operation Precautions..................................................................9 Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Handling Precautions ..............................10 Storage And Disposal Precautions ...........................................11 Other Precautions .......................................................................11 Before Using ......................................................................12 Features ......................................................................................12 Set Contents ...............................................................................14 TransmitterT4PLS........................................................................15 Nomenclature...........................................................................15 Battery Replacement Method...................................................16 When Using The Optional Battery............................................17 When Exchanging For The Optional Battery............................17 Low Battery Alarm....................................................................18 Power & Display Switch............................................................19 Display When Power Switch Is Turned On ...............................20 LCD Screen Contrast ..............................................................20 Power Off Forgotten Alarm.......................................................20 Digital Trim Operation...............................................................21 Grip Lever Operation................................................................21 Mechanical ATL Adjustment.....................................................22 Wheel & Trigger Tension Adjustment........................................22 Trigger Slide Adjustment ..........................................................23 About Transmitter Antenna And Receiver.................................23 About The Transmitter Antenna................................................23 Receiver Terminology...............................................................24 Receiver Installation.................................................................24 Installation ..........................................................................25 Receiver And Servo Connections .............................................25 Installation Safety Precautions ..................................................26 Initial Set-Up .......................................................................29 Preparations (Transmitter)..........................................................29 Receiver Type Check (RX MODE) ..........................................29 4 4PLS-Eng-02-Table-P4-7.indd 4 2013/04/07 11:31:56 Receiver Type Change & How To Link ....................................30 Throttle Mode Check................................................................33 Trims Initial Set-Up ...................................................................33 Function Map .....................................................................35 Operation Of Screen ...................................................................35 Calling The Menu Screen.........................................................35 Selecting Items On The Menu Screen .....................................36 Value Of Each Function And Changing The Set Value ...........36 Basic Menu Japanese Katakana Character Display ................37 Function List................................................................................38 Functions ...........................................................................39 Model "MODEL"..........................................................................39 Model Menu Display.................................................................39 Model Selection "SELECT" ....................................................40 Model memory call Model Copy "COPY" ................................................................41 Model memory copy Model Reset "RESET" ............................................................42 Model memory reset Model Name "MDL NAME" ........................................................43 Model memory name & User name, set/modify Servo Reverse "REVERSE" ........................................................44 Servo operation reversing Subtrim "SUBTRIM" ...................................................................45 Servo center position ne adjustment End Point Adjuster "END POINT" .............................................46 End point adjustment For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others Before Using Installation Initial Set-Up Function Map Fail Safe Function "FAIL SAFE".................................................49 Functions Fail safe, battery fail safe function Exponential Adjustment "EXP"..................................................51 Steering operation curve / Throttle curve adjustment Servo Speed "SPEED" ................................................................54 Steering/ Throttle servo delay adjustment Throttle Acceleration "TH ACCEL" ...........................................57 Function which adjusts the movement characteristic from the throttle neutral position A.B.S. Function "TH A.B.S" .......................................................59 Pulse brake Channel 3/4 "CH3/CH4" ...............................................................63 Channel 3/4 Position Steering Dual Rate/ Throttle ATL "D/R ATL"..............................64 Steering D/R, Throttle ATL Rate Reference 5 4PLS-Eng-02-Table-P4-7.indd 5 2013/04/07 11:31:56 Select Switch Dial Function "SW/ DIAL"...................................65 Selection of functions operated by dial, digital trim and switch Brake Mixing "BRAKE MIX" .......................................................68 Front and rear independent brake control for 1/5GP car, etc. Programmable Mixing "PROG MIX" ..........................................70 Programmable mixing between arbitrary channels 4WS Mixing "4WS"......................................................................72 Special mixing used with Crawler and other 4WS type vehicles Dual ESC Mixing "DUAL ESC" ...................................................74 Special mixing used with Crawler and other 4WD type vehicles Gyro Mixing "GYRO MIX" ............................................................76 Can be setting the Futaba car rate gyro. CPS Mixing "CPS MIX" ................................................................78 Controls the Futaba CPS-1 channel power switch. Throttle Mode "TH MODE".........................................................80 Throttle Servo Neutral Position "SXNT" ...................................80 Throttle servo forward and brake operation proportion setting Idle-Up "IDLUP" ......................................................................81 Idle up at engine start Neutral Brake "NTBRK"............................................................82 Neutral brake function Throttle Off (Engine Cut) "THOFF" .........................................83 Engine cut off by switch ESC Link Function "MC LINK"...................................................84 Special function, Futaba ESC (MC940CR, MC960CR, MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR, etc.) Data Transfer "MDL TRANS".......................................................92 The T4PLS model memory data to another T4PLS Timer Function "TIMER"............................................................94 Up, Fuel down, or lap timer Lap List "LAP LIST" .................................................................100 Lap timer data check System Functions "SYSTEM" .................................................101 Liquid crystal screen contrast adjustment Liquid crystal screen backlighting display mode setup Backlight display time setup Backlight brghtness setup Battery type setting Buzzer sound tone adjustment The power off forgotten alarm setting Item which displays the basic menu screen in katakana characters for Japanese use HOME screen display mode setting 6 4PLS-Eng-02-Table-P4-7.indd 6 2013/04/07 11:31:56 Adjuster "ADJUSTER" ..............................................................105 Steering wheel and throttle trigger correction Telemetry "TELEMETRY" .........................................................107 Telemetry/ Log Screen Map ...................................................108 Telemetry Function ON/OFF ..................................................109 Telemetry Sensor Setting.......................................................110 Log Setting, Start/ Stop..........................................................112 Log Data List ..........................................................................114 Reference .........................................................................115 Ratings ......................................................................................115 Warning Displays .....................................................................116 Optional Parts ...........................................................................118 When requesting repair ............................................................118 For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others Before Using Installation Initial Set-Up Function Map Functions Reference 7 4PLS-Eng-02-Table-P4-7.indd 7 2013/04/07 11:31:56 For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others Use this product in a safe manner. Please observe the following safety precautions at all times. Explanation Of Symbols The parts of this manual indicated by the following symbols are extremely important and must be observed. Symbols

Danger

Warning

Caution Explanation Indicates a procedure which could lead to a dangerous situation and may cause death or serious injury if ignored and not performed properly. Indicates procedures which may lead to dangerous situations and could cause death or serious injury as well as supercial injury and physical damage. Indicates procedures that may not cause serious injury, but could lead to physical damage. Symbols:

: Prohibited 2.4GHz System Precautions

: Mandatory

Warning

Special attention should be paid before turning on the system while other cars are running or oth-

er airplanes are ying because the 2.4GHz RC system could potentially affect them.

Be sure to set the Fail Safe function. Receiver Mode Precautions

Caution

When using the T4PLS in the T-FHSS (HIGH) and S-FHSS (HIGH) mode, always use it under

:Futaba digital servo (including BLS Series brushless servos) the following conditions:

Servos Receivers battery :Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected digital servo (dry cell battery cannot be used). Transmitter mode :RX MODE (See p.29 for setting method.) Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specied performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addition, it may cause servo trouble. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combination with the products of other companies. In addition, the FSU Fail Safe Unit cannot be used because the system is different. Use the fail safe function of the trans-

mitter.

When using analog servos, always switch the T4PLS servo response to the "NORM" mode. Transmitter mode:"T-FHSS(NORM)", "T-FHSS(NORM)"and FHSS mode (See p.29 for setting method.) Receivers battery :Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected servo (dry cell battery cannot be used). The set cannot operate in the "HIGH" mode. Operation in this mode will cause trouble with the servo and other equipment. Digital servos (including BLS Series brushless servos) can also be used in the "NORM" mode. F o r Y o u r S a f e t y A s W e l l A s T h a t O f O t h e r s 8 4PLS-Eng-03-Safety-P8-11.indd 8 2013/04/07 11:17:55 Operation Precautions

Warning

Do not operate outdoors on rainy days, run through puddles of water or use when visibility is lim-

ited. Should any type of moisture (water or snow) enter any component of the system, erratic operation and loss of control may occur. s r e h t O f O t a h T s A l l e W s A y t e f a S r u o Y r o F

Do not operate in the following places.

-Near other sites where other radio control activity may occur.

-Near people or roads.

-On any pond when passenger boats are present.

-Near high tension power lines or communication broadcasting antennas. Interference could cause loss of control. Improper installation of your Radio Control System in your model could result in serious injury.

Do not operate this R/C system when you are tired, not feeling well or under the inuence of alco-

hol or drugs. Your judgment is impaired and could result in a dangerous situation that may cause serious injury to yourself as well as others.

Do not touch the engine, motor, speed control or any part of the model that will generate heat while the model is operating or immediately after its use. These parts may be very hot and can cause serious burns.

Always perform an operating range check prior to use. Problems with the radio control system as well as improper installation in a model could cause loss of control.

(Simple range test method) Have a friend hold the model, or clamp it down or place it where the wheels or prop cannot come in contact with any ob-

ject. Walk away and check to see if the servos follow the movement of the controls on the transmitter. Should you notice any abnormal operation, do not operate the model. Also check to be sure the model memory matches the model in use.

Turning on the power switches. Always check the throttle trigger on the transmitter to be sure it is at the neutral position. 1. Turn on the transmitter power switch. 2. Turn on the receiver or speed control power switch. Turning off the power switches Always be sure the engine is not running or the motor is stopped. 1. Turn off the receiver or speed control power switch. 2. Then turn off the transmitter power switch. If the power switches are turned off in the opposite order, the model may unexpectedly run out of control and cause a very dangerous situation.

When making adjustments to the model, do so with the engine not running or the motor discon-

nected. You may unexpectedly lose control and create a dangerous situation.

Before running (cruising), check the fail safe function. Check Method; Before starting the engine, check the fail safe function as follows:

1) Turn on the transmitter and receiver power switches. 2) Wait at least one minute, then turn off the transmitter power switch. (The transmitter automatically transfers the fail safe data to the receiver every minute.) 3) Check if the fail safe function moves the servos to the preset position when reception fails. The fail safe function is a safety feature that minimizes set damage by moving the servos to a preset position when reception fails. However, if set to a dangerous position, it has the opposite effect. When the reverse function was used to change the operating direction of a servo, the fail safe function must be reset. Setting example: Throttle idle or brake position 4PLS-Eng-03-Safety-P8-11.indd 9 2013/04/07 11:17:55 9 NiMH / NiCd / LiFe Battery Handling Precautions

Warning

(Only when NiMH/NiCd /LiFe batteries are used)

Never plug the charger into an outlet of other than the indicated voltage. Plugging the charger into the wrong outlet could result in an explosion or re.

Never insert or remove the charger while your hands are wet. You may get an electric shock.

Do not use the T4PLS transmitter's battery, as the receiver's battery. Since the transmitter's battery has an overload protection circuit, the output power will be shut down when the high current load is applied. This may result in runaway or fatal crash.

Always check to be sure your batteries have been charged prior to operating the model. Should the battery go dead while the model is operating, loss of control will occur and create a very dangerous situation.

To recharge the transmitter battery, use the special charger made for this purpose. Overcharging could cause the battery to overheat, leak or explode. This may lead to re, burns, loss of sight and many other types of injuries.

Caution

Do not use commercial AA size NiCd and NiMH batteries. Quick charging may cause the battery contacts to overheat and damage the battery holder.

Do not short circuit the battery terminals. A short circuit across the battery terminals may cause abnormal heating, re and burns.

Do not drop the battery or expose it to strong shocks or vibrations. The battery may short circuit and overheat; electrolyte may leak out and cause burns or chemical damage.

When the model is not being used, always remove or disconnect the battery. Leaving the battery connected could create a dangerous situation if someone accidentally turns on the receiver power switch. Loss of control could occur.

Always keep the charger disconnected from the outlet while it is not in use. Storage And Disposal Precautions

Warning

Do not leave the radio system or models within the reach of small children. A small child may accidentally operate the system. This could cause a dangerous situation and injuries. Ni-Cd batteries can be very dangerous when mishandled and cause chemical damage.

Do not throw NiMH/NiCd/LiFe batteries into a re. Do not expose batteries to extreme heat. Also do not disassemble or modify a battery pack. Overheating and breakage will cause the electrolyte to leak from the cells and cause skin burns, loss of sight, and other in-

juries. F o r Y o u r S a f e t y A s W e l l A s T h a t O f O t h e r s 10 4PLS-Eng-03-Safety-P8-11.indd 10 2013/04/07 11:17:55 s r e h t O f O t a h T s A l l e W s A y t e f a S r u o Y r o F

When the system will not be used for any length of time, store the system with HiMH/Ni-Cd batteries in a discharged state. Be sure to recharge the batteries prior to the next time the system is used. If the batteries are repeatedly recharged in a slightly discharged state, the memory effect of the Ni-MH/Ni-Cd battery may considerably reduce the capacity . A reduction in operating time will occur even when the batteries are charged for the rec-

ommended time. (After discharge to 1cell E.V.=1V)

When the LiFe batteries will not be used for a long time, to prevent it from deteriorating we recom-

mend that it be kept in about the half capacity state instead of fully charged. Also be careful that the battery does not enter the over-discharged state due to self-discharge. Periodically (about every 3 months) charge the battery.

<NiMH/NiCd Battery Electrolyte>

The electrolyte in NiCd/NiMH batteries is a strong alkali. Should you get even the smallest amount of the electrolyte in your eyes, DO NOT RUB. Wash immediately with water, and seek medical attention at once. The electrolyte can cause blindness. If electrolyte comes in contact with your skin or clothes, wash with water immediately.

Warning

Do not store your R/C system in the following places.

- Where it is extremely hot or cold.

- Where the system will be exposed to direct sunlight.

- Where the humidity is high.

- Where vibration is prevalent.

- Where dust is prevalent.

- Where the system would be exposed to steam and condensation. Storing your R/C system under adverse conditions could cause deformation and numerous problems with operation.

If the system will not be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the transmitter and model and store in a cool, dry place. If the batteries are left in the transmitter, electrolyte may leak and damage the transmitter. This applies to the model also. Remove the batteries from it also to prevent damage.

<NiMH/NiCd/Li-ion Battery Recycling>

A used battery is a valuable resource. Insulate the battery terminals and dispose of the battery by taking it to a battery recycling center. Other Precautions

Caution

Do not expose plastic parts to fuel, motor spray, waste oil or exhaust. The fuel, motor spray, waste oil and exhaust will penetrate and damage the plastic.

Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed controls), NiMH/NiCd batteries and other optional accessories. Futaba will not be responsible for problems caused by the use of other than genuine Futaba parts. Use the parts specied in the instruction manual and catalog. 4PLS-Eng-03-Safety-P8-11.indd 11 2013/04/07 11:17:55 11 B e f o r e U s n g i Before Using Features

-Telemetry system The T4PLS transmitter has adopted the newly developed bidirectional communication sys-

tem "T-FHSS"

-2.4GHzSS (Spread Spectrum) radio communication system Frequency channel setting is unnecessary: Channel shifting takes place within the 2.4GHz band automatically. This system minimizes the interference from other 2.4GHz systems.

-Model memory for 40 models Model names can use up to 10 letters, numbers, and symbols, so that logical names may be used. A model memory with different setups can be created by using the model copy func-

tion.

- Menu Selection The setup screens are called from menu screens. The menu screen can be selected from among 2 levels (LEVEL1/LEVEL2).

-Brake mixing for large cars (BRAKE) Brake mixing of the front and rear wheels of 1/5GP and other large cars can be adjusted independently.

-4WS mixing for crawlers and other 4WS type (4WS) This function can be used with crawlers and other 4WS type vehicles.

-Dual ESCs mixing for crawlers cars (DUAL ESC) ESC at the front and rear are controlled independently.

-Gyro mixing (GYRO MIX) The sensitivity of Futaba car rate gyros can be adjusted from the T4PLS.

-CPS-1 mixing (CPS MIX)

steering and throttle operation by switch only.

-Anti-skid braking system (TH A.B.S) This function applies the brakes so that the tires of gasoline engine cars, etc. do not lose their grip on the road even when braking at corners.

-Throttle acceleration (ACCEL) Gasoline engine cars have a time lag before the clutch and brakes become effective. The throttle acceleration function reduces this time lag. 12 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 12 2013/04/07 11:35:52 i g n s U e r o f e B

-Throttle speed (SPEED) Sudden trigger operation on a slippery road surface will only cause the tires to spin and the model to not accelerate smoothly. By setting the throttle speed function, operation can be performed smoothly and easily. It also suppresses battery consumption.

-Steering speed (SPEED) When you sense that the steering servo is too fast, etc., the servo operating speed (direction that suppresses the maximum speed) can be adjusted.

-Racing timer (TIMER) The lap timer can record 100 lap times and total time. The timer can also be started auto-

matically by trigger operation. The race time and audible alarm can be set. Re-/fueling time are indicated by an audible alarm. An up timer is also provided.

-Digital trim The current trim position is displayed on the LCD screen. The operating amount of 1 step can also be adjusted. Trim operation has no effect on the maximum travel of the steering and throttle servos.

-Function select switch / dial function (TRIM DIAL) This function assigns functions to 2 switches and dials (digital trim, digital dial). The step amount and operating direction can also be adjusted. Trim positioning at each model call is unnecessary because all the dials are digital.

-ESC-Link function (MC-LINK) This is a dedicated function which allows setting of the contents of the Link software which makes possible Futaba speed controller (ESC), MC950CR, MC850C, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR, etc. variable frequency and other data changes by T4PLS.

-Trigger position can be changed The position of the throttle trigger can be moved forward and backward.

-Tension adjustment function The tension of the steering wheel & throttle trigger springs can be adjusted from the outside.

-Mechanical ATL Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to decrease the total travel of the brake (push) side of the throttle trigger.

-Display switch Display switch allows function setup without transmitting. 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 13 2013/04/07 11:35:52 13 B e f o r e U s n g i Set Contents

depend on the set as shown below. Transmitter Receiver Miscellaneous T4PLS R304SB Dry battery holder

*Installed in transmitter. Receiver switch Mini screwdriver

* It is used for R304SB. Instruction manual

- If any of the set contents are missing, or you have any questions, please contact your dealer.

Caution

When using the T4PLS in the T-FHSS (HIGH) and S-FHSS (HIGH) mode, always use it under the

:Futaba digital servo (including BLS Series brushless servos) following conditions:

Servos Receivers battery :Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected digital servo (dry cell battery cannot be used). Transmitter mode :RX MODE (See p.29 for setting method.) Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specied performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addition, it may cause servo trouble. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combination with the products of other companies. In addition, the FSU Fail Safe Unit cannot be used because the system is different. Use the fail safe function of the trans-

mitter.

When using analog servos, always switch the T4PLS servo response to the "NORM" mode. Transmitter mode:"T-FHSS(NORM)", "T-FHSS(NORM)"and FHSS mode (See p.29 for setting method.) Receivers battery :Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected servo (dry cell battery cannot be used). The set cannot operate in the "HIGH" mode. Operation in this mode will cause trouble with the servo and other equipment. Digital servos (including BLS Series brushless servos) can also be used in the "NORM" mode.

Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed controls), NiMH, NiCd, Li-ion batteries and other optional accessories. Futaba will not be responsible for problems caused by the use of other than Futaba genuine parts. Use the parts speci-

ed in the instruction manual and catalog. 14 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 14 2013/04/07 11:35:52 Transmitter T4PLS Nomenclature LCD screen Power&Display switch Edit buttons LED Slide switch (SW2)

(default CH3) Digital Trim 3 (DT3)

(default dual rate) Digital Trim 4 (DT4)

(default ATL) Antenna Digital Trim1 (DT1)

(default steering trim) Digital Dial 1 (DL1)

(default CH4) Steering wheel Digital Trim 2 (DT2)

(default throttle trim) Push switch (SW1) Grip Handle i g n s U e r o f e B Throttle trigger Battery cover Wheel tension adjusting screw Trigger slide adjusting screw Mechanical ATL adjusting screw Trigger tension adjusting screw

15 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 15 2013/04/07 11:35:53 B e f o r e U s n g i Battery Replacement Method (4 AA Size Batteries) Load the four batteries in accordance with the po-

larity markings on the battery holder. Battery cover Battery Replacement Method 1 Remove the battery cover from the transmitter by sliding it in the direction of the arrow in the gure. 2 Remove the used batteries. 3 Load the new AA size batteries. Pay very close attention to the polarity markings and reinsert accordingly. 4 Slide the battery cover back onto the case. Slide battery cover while pressing here. Check:

Turn the power switch on the transmitter to the ON position. Check the battery voltage display on the LCD screen. If the voltage is low, check the batteries for in-

Disposal of the Dry Cell Batteries:

The method to dispose of used dry cell batteries depends on the area in which you reside. Dispose of the batteries in accordance with the regulations for your area.

Caution

Never try to recharge a dry cell battery. The transmitter may be damaged or the battery electrolyte may leak or the battery may break.

Insert the batteries in the correct polarity. If the polarity is incorrect, the transmitter may be damaged.

When the transmitter is not in use, remove the batteries. If the battery electrolyte leaks, wipe off the case and contacts.

Do not use commercial AA size NiCd and NiMH batteries. Quick charging may cause the battery contacts to overheat and damage the battery holder. 16 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 16 2013/04/07 11:35:54 When Using The Optional Battery When using an optional rechargeable battery, replace the battery as described below.

-Always use the optional HT5F1700B or FT2F2100B rechargeable battery.

-When the transmitter will not be used for a long time, remove the battery. Battery Replacement Method 1 Refer to the previous description and remove the transmitter battery cover. 2 After removing the dry cell battery box from the transmitter, disconnect the connector. 3 Insert the connector of the new battery and load the new battery into the transmitter. 4 Finish by installing the battery cover.

Caution

When closing the battery cover, be careful that the battery cover does not pinch the battery lead wires. Shorting of the battery lead wires may lead to fire and abnormal heating and cause burns or re disaster. When Exchanging For The Optional Battery i g n s U e r o f e B Charge Of A NiMH Battery

(Example: When using the HT5F1800B with the special charger) 1 Plug the transmitter cord of the special charger in-

to the charging jack on the rear of the transmitter. 2 Plug the charger into an AC outlet. 3 Check that the charging LED lights. AC outlet Charger Transmitter charging LED The charging time when charging the HT5F1800B battery with the optional special charger is approximately 15 hours. However, when the battery has not been used for some time, repeat charging 2 or 3 times to activate the battery. To receiver Ni-Cd battery To transmitter charging jack When using Futaba CR-2000 The HT5F1700B/1800B is 5-cells, so, when charging the HT-

5F1700B battery with Futaba CR-2000 charger, you have to use the RX output side. Over current protection The transmitter charging circuit is equipped with an over cur-

rent protection circuit (1.0A). If the battery is charged with a quick charger for other than digital proportional R/C sets, it may not be fully charged. Charging jack 17 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 17 2013/04/07 11:35:54 B e f o r e U s n g i Charge Of A LiFe Battery

(Example: When using the FT2F1700B/2100B with the special charger) 1 A LiFebattery is removed from T4PLS. 2 2P connector is removed from T4PLS. 3 Balance charge is carried out from the charger on-

ly for LiFe. Charge the optional FT2F1700B/2100B (LiFe) battery with the special charger in accordance with the instruction manual supplied. When the battery will not be used for a long time, to prevent it from deteriorat-

ing we recommend that it be kept in about the half capacity state instead of fully charged. Also be careful that the battery does not enter the over-discharged state due to self-discharge. Periodically (about every 3 months) charge the battery.

Warning

Never plug it into an outlet of other than the indicated voltage. Plugging the charger into the wrong outlet could result in an explosion or re.

Do not insert and remove the charger when your hands are wet. It may cause an electric shock.

Always use the special charger or a quick charger for digital proportional R/C sets to charge a digital proportional R/C set Ni-MH battery. Overcharging a Ni-MH battery can result in burns, re, injuries, or loss of sight due to overheating, breakage, or electro-

lyte leakage.

Caution

When the charger is not in use, disconnect it from the AC outlet. Do this to prevent accidents and to avoid overheating. 18 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 18 2013/04/07 11:35:54 Low Battery Alarm If the transmitter battery voltage drops below the usable range, an audible alarm will sound and "BATTERY LOW VOLTAGE" will be displayed on the LCD screen. If the battery goes dead while running (cruising), you will lose control of the vehicle (boat). Therefore, retrieve the vehicle (boat) im-

mediately and cease operation. Because the low battery alarm voltage of a dry cell battery is different from that of a rechargeable battery pack (genuine Futaba option), the type of power source used must be set by system setting (P101).

Warning

When a low battery alarm is generated, cease operation immediately and re-

trieve the model. If the battery goes dead while in operation, you will lose control of the model. Power & Display Switch The power switch and display switch of the T4PLS are integrated. In the PWR ON mode, radio waves are transmitted and in the DISP mode, model data, settings can be checked without transmitting radio waves. In addition, some setting menus may only be displayed in the DISP mode. i g n s U e r o f e B DISP Radio waves are not being transmitted OFF PWR ON Radio waves are being transmitted Precautions when turning the power switch on and off.

- When the data is changed using the edit keys or trim levers, wait at least two seconds before turning off the power. If the power is turned off within two seconds after the data is changed, the new data will not be written to memory.

- If the power switch is quickly switched from the DISP mode to the PW ON mode or vice versa, the switch error shown at the right may be gener-

ated. If this occurs, cycle the power. 19 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 19 2013/04/07 11:35:55 B e f o r e U s n g i Display when power switch is turned on Power switch turned on Battery voltage display Model number Model name (10 characters) The current receiver mode is displayed. Telemetry data Telemetry function :ON/OFF Receiver -> Transmitter:

The reception strength is shown. ST :Steering trim display TH :Throttle trim display D/R :Steering D/R display ATL :Throttle ATL display Servo operation of each channel can be checked.

HOME screen shown below appears. LCD Screen Contrast The LCD screen contrast can be adjusted. (For more information, see page 101.) Caution Do not adjust the contrast so that the LCD is too bright or too dark. When the display cannot be read due to a temperature change, data cannot be set. Power Off Forgotten Alarm When the steering wheel, throttle trigger, push switch, or edit button are not operated for 10 minutes (default), an alarm sounds and "NOT OPERATED FOR A LONG TIME" is displayed on the LCD screen. When the steering wheel, throttle trigger, push switch, or edit button are operated, the alarm is reset. If the system is not to be used, turn off the power. The function can be deactivated at the system menu (p.101). 20 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 20 2013/04/07 11:35:55 Digital Trim Operation

(Initial settings: DT1: Steering trim, DT2: Throttle trim,) Operating by the lever: Push the lever to the left or right (up or down) The current posi-

tion is displayed on the LCD screen. DT1 Steering trim display Throttle trim display DT2

any farther.

when adjustments are made. Trim Operation With the center trim feature, trim adjustments have no effect on the maximum servo travel. This prevents the linkages from binding when adjustments are made. Grip Lever Operation

(Initial setting: DT3; Steering D/R, DT4; ATL) Operate the dials by turning them. The current set value is displayed on the LCD screen. DT3 DT4 Steering D/R display ATL display i g n s U e r o f e B

move any farther. 21 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 21 2013/04/07 11:35:55 B e f o r e U s n g i Mechanical ATL Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to decrease the stroke of the brake (back) side of the throttle trigger for operation feel. Adjustment 1 Using a 2.5mm hex wrench, adjust the trigger brake

(reverse) stroke. (The screw moves the throttle trig-

ger stopper.)

rower. Adjust the stroke while watching the screw. Mechanical ATL adjusting screw Note:

Once you have changed the mechanical stroke on the brake side, be sure to adjust the scale of the throttle channel accordingly by using the "Adjuster Function"

(page 105). Due to this change, you also need to adjust in most cases the travel of the throttle servo by using "End point Adjuster". Wheel & Trigger Tension Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to change the wheel or trigger springs tension. Adjustment 1 Using a 1.5mm hex wrench, adjust the wheel spring tension by turning the screw inside the adjusting hole in the arrow di-

rection.

factory.

the spring tension increases. Wheel tension adjusting screw Trigger tension adjusting screw Note:

The adjustment range is up to 7 to 8 turns from the fully tightened (strongest) po-

sition. If turned farther than this, the adjusting screw may fall out. 22 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 22 2013/04/07 11:35:56 Trigger Slide Adjustment The throttle trigger position can be moved forward and backward. Adjustment 1 Using a 2.5mm hex wrench, loosen the trigger slide mounting screw by turning it slightly coun-

terclockwise. 2 Using a 2.5mm hex wrench, turn the trigger slide adjusting screw, and adjust the trigger slide position within the marked range. When the adjusting screw is turned clockwise, the trig-

ger slide moves away from the grip handle. 3 Retighten the mounting screw loosened at step 1 and fasten the trigger slide. Adjust so that the bottom mark does not exceed the top marking line. Trigger slide mounting screw About Transmitter Antenna and Receiver Trigger slide adjusting screw About The Transmitter Antenna Adjust the antenna vertically to the ground. Antenna i g n s U e r o f e B A B Antenna Moving Range

Warning

Adjust the antenna vertically to the ground. Otherwise, the operating range may become shorter.

Never hold only the antenna. Hold the grip handle. Otherwise, the antenna may be damaged.

The antenna position can be changed in the range as shown in gures A and B. However, please do not apply unnecessary force or shock. The internal cable may be damaged; thus transmitting distance decreases and it may cause malfunction. 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 23 2013/04/07 11:35:57 23 B e f o r e U s n g i Receiver Terminology Antenna Coaxial cable Tactile switch/LED Connectors

:CH4 servo(CH4)

:CH3 servo(CH3)

:Throttle servo(CH2)

:Steering servo(CH1) 4 3 2 1 S.BUS2 :Power /S.BUS2 connector The receiver power supply can be connected to the S-BUS2 connector or each of CH1-4. Receiver Installation Install the R304SBreceiver on the car as follows:

The operating range may become shorter, depending on where the receiver and the an-

tenna are mounted.

WARNING

Do not cut or bundle the receiver antenna wire.

Do not bend the coaxial cable. It causes damage.

Install the antenna in the higher place as shown in the gure.

Put the antenna in the antenna tube to protect it.

Keep the antenna as far away from the motor, ESC and other noise sources as you possibly can.

Wrap the receiver with something soft, such as foam rubber, to avoid vibration. If there is a chance of getting wet, put the receiver in a wa-

terproof bag or balloon. Antenna tube Antenna Coaxial cable R304SB

Caution

Always use R304SB under the following conditions:

Battery

:Power requirement Rated voltage 4.8~7.4V (dry cell battery cannot be used) / 3.5 to 8.4V useable Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected servo. RX MODE:"T-FHSS(HIGH)" or "T-FHSS(NORM)" (See p.29 for setting method.) Transmitter mode-"T-FHSS(HIGH)" mode Transmitter mode-"T-FHSS(NORM)" mode Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specied performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addition, it may cause trouble with servos and other equipment. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combination with the products of other companies.

:Futaba digital servo

:Futaba all servo Transmitter mode setting Set the transmitter to the "T-FHSS(HIGH)" mode or "T-FHSS(NORM)" mode. See page 29 for a description of the setting method. Note: However, digital servos (including BLS Series brushless servo) can only be used in the T-FHSS(HIGH) mode. 24 4PLS-Eng-04-Before-P12-24.indd 24 2013/04/07 11:35:57 Installation Receiver and Servo Connections Connect the receiver and servos as shown below. Connect and install the receiver and servos in accordance with "Installation Safety Precautions" on the next page.

troller and servos separately. The receiver also depends on the set. Installation When An Electronic Speed Control Is Used n o i t a l l a t s n I Installation For Gas Powered Models CH4 CH1 B/C CH3 CH2 Receiver To Battery Switch Steering servo Throttle servo CH3 servo CH4 servo 25 4PLS-Eng-05-Instllation-P25-28.indd 25 2013/04/06 11:55:20 Installation Safety Precautions

Warning Receiver (receiver antenna)

Do not cut or bundle the receiver antenna wire.

Do not bundle the receiver antenna wire together with the motor controller lead wire.

Keep the receiver antenna wire at least 1cm away from motor, battery, and other wiring carrying heavy current.

Install the receiver antenna holder as closely as possible to the receiver. If the antenna wire is cut, bundled, or routed near a noise source, the receiving sensitivity will drop, the running (sailing) range will decrease, and you may lose control of the model.

Antenna Battery

Receiver vibration-proong / waterproong

(Car) Vibration-proof the receiver by wrapping it in foam rubber or other vibration-absorbing material

When using the receiver holder supplied with the model kit, mount the holder to the chassis

(Boat) Vibration-proof the receiver by wrapping it in foam rubber or other vibration-absorbing material. and mount it with thick double-sided tape. through a rubber grommet. Also waterproof the receiver by sealing it in a plastic bag. If the receiver is exposed to strong vibration and shock, it will operate erroneously due to the invasion of water drops and you may lose control of the model. I n s t a l l a t i o n Foam rubber, etc. Mechanical plate Screw Damper Nut (as required)

Receiver holder When using the receiver holder sup-

Mechanical plate Thick double-

sided tape

do not use a stiff tape. Stiff tape does not have a vibra-

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Warning Connector Connections

Be sure the receiver, servo, battery and connectors are fully and rmly connected. If vibration from the model causes a connector to work loose while the model is in operation, you may lose control . Servo Installation

When you install the servos, always use the rubber grommets provided in servo hardware bags. Mount the servos so they do not directly come in contact with the mount. If the servo case comes in direct contact with the mount, vibration will be directly transmitted to the servo. If this condition continues for a long time, the servo may be damaged and control will be lost. Screw Damper Eyelet Mechanical plate

(or) Nut (as required)

stalled correctly. Servo Throw

Operate each servo over its full stroke and be sure the linkage does not bind or is loose. The continuous application of unreasonable force to a servo may cause damage and excessive battery drain. Caution!

A howling noise indicates that the steering servo is improperly set. n o i t a l l a t s n I Decide the EPA value at the contact point. Adjust the steering servo so that unreason-

able force is not applied to the servo by the

Adjust the throttle servo so that unreasonable force is

force is not applied even when the servo travel is in-

creased while running. 27 4PLS-Eng-05-Instllation-P25-28.indd 27 2013/04/06 11:55:21

Warning Electronic Speed Control

Install the heat sinks where they will not come in contact with aluminum, carbon ber or other parts that conduct electricity. If the FET Amp (Electronic speed control) heat sinks touch other materials that conduct electricity a short circuit could occur. This could result in loss of control and damage to the system. Motor Noise Suppression

Always install capacitors to suppress noise when electric motors are used. If capacitors are not properly installed you could experience erratic operation and reduced range as well as loss of con-

trol. 1 2 3

"+" side

"-" side Schottky diode

function. Always solder the capacitors supplied to

Other Noise Suppression Methods

Be sure there are no metal parts in your model which under vibration can come in contact with other metal parts. Metal to metal contacts under vibration will emit a high frequency noise that will affect the receiver's performance. You could experience erratic operation and reduced range as well as loss of control. I n s t a l l a t i o n 28 4PLS-Eng-05-Instllation-P25-28.indd 28 2013/04/06 11:55:22 Initial Set-Up Preparations (Transmitter) Before setting the Transmitter functions, check and set items next.

(Display when power switch turned on) When the power switch is turned on, the currently selected model number is displayed. Check if this number is the model number you want to set-up. To change the model number, use the Model Select function (See page 39). Turn on the transmitter power. The battery voltage is displayed. The model number is displayed.

(MOME screen) Receiver Type Check (RX MODE) This mode sets the RX type of the transmitter to match the receiver and servos used. The T4PLS transmitter uses the telemetry type T-FHSS ("TFH") system. It can also use the conventional FHSS and S-FHSS ("SFH") systems. Because the R304SB receiver supplied with the T4PLS uses the telemetry type T-FHSS ("TFH") sys-

tem, its RX type must be set to the T-FHSS high speed mode ("TFH-HI") or the T-FHSS normal mode ("TFH-NR"). Never use analog servos when the RX type was set to the T-

FHSS ("TFH") 2.4GHZ system high speed mode "TFH-HI" or the S-FHSS (SFH) high speed mode "SFH-HI". The servos may be damaged. For example, if analog servos are used with a telemetry type T-FHSS receiver (R304SB, etc.), the RX type must be set to

"TFH-NR", and if analog servos are used with an S-FHSS receiver (R2104GF, R204FG-

E, etc.), the RX type must be set to S-FHSS ("SFH-NR") system normal mode or FHSS

("FHSS") system. When using digital servos (including BLS Series brushless servos), any RX type can be used. When a dedicated FHSS receiver (R603GF/R2004GF) is used, it will not operate if the RX type is not set to "FHSS". p U

t e S l a i t i n I 4PLS-Eng-06-Initl_set-P29-34.indd 29 2013/04/08 9:03:36 29 If the receiver used and the RX type settings are different, change the RX type using the "RX MODE" function. Which RX type is set can be checked at the HOME screen. T-FHSS Normal speed T-FHSS High speed S-FHSS Normal speed S-FHSS High speed FHSS T-FH (NORM) T-FH (HIGH) S-FH (NORM) S-FH (HIGH) Receiver Type Change & How To Link

are linked and the transmitter ID number is memorized at the receiver so that signals from other transmitters will not be received. The telemetry type T-FHSS also simultane-

ously memorizes the ID number of the receiver at the transmitter so that data from other receivers will not be received. The RX type setting and transmitter and receiver linking methods are described

the edit buttons used.

(+) button

(-) button

(JOG) button 1 Set the transmitter power switch to DISP. Select "RX Setting" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and display the "RX MODE" screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton. 2 Move the cursor to "TYPE: ----" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and select Select "RX MODE"

by (JOG) button. Push the RX type with the (+) button or (-) button. When the (JOG) button is pressed for approximately 1 second, an electronic sound is generated and setting ends. Select TYPE with the (+) or (-) but-

ton. Select RX type with the (+) or (-) button. Press the (JOG) buttons simultaneously for approxi-

mately 1 second. Push I n i t i a l S e t

U p 30 4PLS-Eng-06-Initl_set-P29-34.indd 30 2013/04/08 9:03:37

*When using an FHSS (R603GF/R2004F, etc.) or S-FHSS(SFH) system (R2104GF, R204GF-E, etc.) receiver, after the end of setting up to here set the transmitter power switch to OFF and go to "Receivers other than T-FHSS" on page 32. 3 Bring the transmitter and receiver to within 50cm of each other (do not allow the anten-

nae to touch) and turn on the receiver power. 4 Move the cursor to "LINK: EXE" by transmitter T4PLSs (JOG) button up or down opera-

tion. When the (JOG) button is pressed for approximately 1 second, "PUSH RX LINK SW" appears on the screen and 20 seconds countdown begins. Countdown can be canceled at any time by button up down or left right operation. R304SB 5 During 20 seconds countdown, push up the receiver side tact switch for approximately 2 seconds. The LED will begin to blink red. After the receiver LED switches from blink-

ing red to green red steady light, the T4PLS generates an electronic beeping sound, and "LINK:OK" and "COM-

PLETE!" appear on the screen, reading of the mutual IDs ends and the memorized receiver ID number appears on the T4PLS screen. If an error screen was displayed, linking failed. Retry linking. If the transmitter and re-

ceiver are linked normally, set the power switch to the OFF position and then return it to the PWR ON position. If the receiver LED lights green, link-

ing was successful. Actually check servo operation.

(Error screen)

*The T4PLS and a telemetry type T-FHSS receiver (R304SB, etc.) mutually memorize the combined ID linked last at each model memory. Since the T4PLS can memorize only 1 receiver ID at each model memory, multiple T-

FHSS receivers cannot be used with the same model memory. Besides, when changing the receiver at the same model memory, re-link the previously linked receiver. When using multiple telemetry type T-FHSS receivers, link and combine them with each T4PLS model memory. However, multiple receivers cannot be linked to multiple model memories. The telemetry function communications status can be checked at the T4PLS HOME screen. p U

t e S l a i t i n I 4PLS-Eng-06-Initl_set-P29-34.indd 31 2013/04/08 9:03:38 31 The telemetry ON/OFF and communication status can be checked at the HOME screen. The reception strength High Low No signal reception Receiver -> Transmitter:

The reception strength is shown.

- Telemetry function :ON

- Receiver ID setting complete

- Data receiving sensitivity display

shows that data cannot be re-

ceived because it is outside the data re-

ceiving range or because of the effects of an obstruction or the receiver power is OFF after receiver ID check.

- Telemetry function :ON

- Receiver ID before setting or ID mis-

Telemetry function :OFF match

- When the receiver ID is set, before ID check in the receiver power OFF stat Receivers Other Than T-FHSS 1 Bring the transmitter and the receiver close to each other, within 20 inches (half meter). 2 Turn on the transmitter. 3 Turn on the receiver. 4 Push the tactile switch of the receiver. When the link is complete, the LED in the receiver changes to solid green. Precaution:

If there are many Futaba S-FHSS/FHSS systems turned on in close proximity to the R2104GF, your re-

ceiver might not link to your transmitter. In this case, even if the receiver's LED stays solid green, unfor-

tunately the receiver might have established a link to one of other transmitters. This is very dangerous if you do not notice this situation. In order to avoid the problem, we strongly recommend you to double-

check whether your receiver is really under control by your transmitter by giving the stick input and then checking the servo response.

*Please refer to the table below for LED status vs receiver's condition. LED status vs receiver's condition:

No signal reception Receiving signals Receiving signals, but ID is unmatched. Red : On Green: On Green: Blink *1

*1: LED could be change to red during intermittently during data processing.

Warning

After the linking is done, please cycle receiver power and check if the receiver to be linked is re-

ally under the control of your transmitter.

Do not perform the linking procedure with motors main wire connected or the engine operating as it may result in serious injury. I n i t i a l S e t

U p 32 4PLS-Eng-06-Initl_set-P29-34.indd 32 2013/04/08 9:03:38 Throttle Mode Check The throttle servo travel can be set to 5:5 or 7:3 for throttle trigger operation as required by the throttle mode function (page 80). F5/B5 F7/B3 Forward side 5 : 5 Brake side Forward side 7 : 3 Brake side F5/B5 or F7/B3 Trims Initial Set-Up

- Steering trim (DT1) check On the initial set-up, steering trim is assigned to the DT1 trim lever above the steering wheel. Operate the lever and make sure the marker moves on the ST graph. If default has been changed, test steering trim in its new location. After checking the trim, set the trim display to the center (N) position.

- Throttle trim (DT2) check On the initial set-up, throttle trim is assigned to the DT2 trim lever on the left side of the steering wheel. Operate the lever and make sure the marker moves on the TH graph. If the default has been changed, test the throttle trim in its new location. After checking the trim, set the trim display to the center (N) position. Steering trim (DT1) Steering trim Throttle trim p U

t e S l a i t i n I Throttle trim (DT2) 33 4PLS-Eng-06-Initl_set-P29-34.indd 33 2013/04/08 9:03:39

- Steering dual rate (DT3) check At initial set-up, steering dual rate (D/R) is assigned to the DT3 lever, at the grip of the transmitter. Operate the DT3 and check if the D/R value displayed on the screen chang-

es. After checking D/R, set the steering dual rate to 100%.

- Throttle ATL (DT4) check At initial setting, throttle ATL (ATL) is assigned to to the DT4 lever, below the DT3. Operate the DT4 and check if the ATL value displayed on the screen changes. After checking ATL, set throttle ATL to 100%. Steering dual rate Throttle ATL Steering dual rate lever DT3 Throttle ATL lever DT4

(Set-Up Procedure When Installed In a Car) When installing the servos in a car, performing function set-up in the following order is recommended. 1 Perform step 1 to Trims Initial Set-Up of Preparations on the preceding page. 2 Set the servo direction of operation using the Reverse function. (p.44)

- The servo installation method and linkage direction depend on the kit. Therefore, the servo operation direction may have to be reversed relative to transmitter operation. Before install-

ing the servo, check the operating direction and set it using the Reverse function. 3 Set the subtrim and adjust the servo neutral point. (p.45) 4 Set the trigger travel by adjusting the throttle trigger mechanical ATL to your liking. (p.22)

- When the stroke was adjusted, compensate the throttle by adjuster function (See page105). 5 Set EPA of each channel and adjust the servo throw (travel). (p.46) I n i t i a l S e t

U p 34 4PLS-Eng-06-Initl_set-P29-34.indd 34 2013/04/08 9:03:39 Function Map Operation Of Screen In this instruction manual, Edit Buttons are represented by the symbols shown below. The (JOG) button can be operated in the 4 directions up, down, left, and right.

(-) button

(+) button

(JOG)button left

(JOG)button right

(JOG)button up

(JOG)button down

(JOG) button

(JOG)button up, down, left or right Press

(-) button is press Press Press

(+) button is press

(JOG) button is press Calling The Menu Screen Refer to the below map for the method of displaying the function setting menu screen from the PWR ON initial screen or DISP (display) screen and the method of returning from the menu screen to the PWR ON initial screen or DISP (display) screen. On the MENU1 or 2 screen, move the cursor to [RT] by (JOG)button up or down operation and press the button. Press p a M n o i t c n u F Press Press Press

(HOME screen) Press

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(DISP MENU screen) On the DISP MENU screen, move the cur-

sor to "FUNC MENU" by (JOG) button up or down operation and press the button. 35 4PLS-Eng-07-Menu-P35-38.indd 35 2013/04/07 11:57:24 Selecting Items On The Menu Screen The item indicated by the reverse displayed cursor on the screen is selected.

ure shown below is an example of the MENU 1 screen. However, movement of the cur-

sor is the same at all the screens. For instance, if the (JOG) button is pressed when the cursor is at the end point (EPA) on the MENU 1 screen, the end point (END POINT) function setting screen appears. Move the cursor

(JOG)button down operation Press On the MENU1 screen, move the cursor to "END POINT"

(END POINT screen)

(JOG)button up operation Value Of Each Function And Changing The Set Value Values, settings, and other data on all the function setting screens are changed with the (+) and (-) buttons. Example:

Select the chan-

nel to be changed at the REVERSE screen by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set the servo direction by selecting "NOR"

or "REV" with the

(+) button or (-) but-

ton. When this is displayed, the setting can also be changed by (JOG) button left or right operation. Example:

When changing the left side travel of the steering servo at the END POINT screen, select LFT of the STR setting item by (JOG) but-

ton up, down, left, or right operation, and set the steering servo counterclock-

wise travel with the

(+) or (-) button. F u n c t i o n M a p 36 4PLS-Eng-07-Menu-P35-38.indd 36 2013/04/07 11:57:24 Basic Menu Japanese Katakana Character Display On the system menu, the basic menu screen shown below can be displayed in Japanese katakana characters.

"KATAKANA"

characters TH A.B.S D/R ATL CH3 /CH4 MIX PROG MIX 4WS ESC MIX CPS MIX TH SW/

Alphabetic characters EXP SPEED TH A.B.S TH ACCEL END POINT TRIM REVERSE D/R ATL FAIL SFE CH3 /CH4 MODEL MDL NAME BRAKE MIX PROG MIX 4WS DUAL ESC GYRO MIX CPS MIX TH MODE SW/DIAL TIMER LAP LIST SYSTEM ADJUSTER Changing the character

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(SYSTEM screen) Call the MENU2 screen from the HOME screen by the (JOG) but-

ton up, down, left or right opera-

tion and press the (+) button. On the MENU2 screen, move the cursor to "SYSTEM" by the

(JOG) button up or down op-

eration and press the button. On the SYSTEM screen, select MENU by pressing the (JOG) button and select "ENG" or

" by pressing the (+) or (-) button. After changing the setting, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the (JOG) button or return to the HOME screen by se-

lecting [RT] and pressing the (JOG) button. p a M n o i t c n u F 37 4PLS-Eng-07-Menu-P35-38.indd 37 2013/04/07 11:57:25 Function List Description Of Function Page No Function Abbreviation RX MODE Receiver type selection/linking with telemetry type T-FHSS system receiver MODEL Model memory call/ Model memory copy/ Model memory reset MDL NAME Model memory name set/modify, username set/modify REVERSE Servo operation reversing SUBTRIM

END POINT

FAIL SAFE Fail safe, battery fail safe EXP SPEED

Steering servo delay/ Throttle servo delay TH ACCEL

TH A.B.S CH3/CH4 D/R ATL SW/DIAL Pumping brake Channel 3&4 servos operation position set/check

Selection of functions operated by switch, digital dial and digital trim BRAKE MIX Front and rear independent brake control for 1/5GP car, etc. PROG MIX Programmable mixing between arbitrary channels 4WS MIX 4WS mixing DUAL ESC Front and rear ESCs mixing GYRO ESC

CPS ESC TH MODE MC LINK

Throttle servo forward side and brake side operation rate setting/ Neutral brake/ Idle up at engine start/ engine cut off by switch MC851C/602C/402CR/950CR/940CR/960CR Link software setting function MDL TRANS Data copy from T4PLS to another T4PLS TIMER Up, down, or lap timer LAP LIST Lap timer data (lap time, total time) check SYSTEM ADJUSTR TELEMETRY LCD contrast/backlight/Battery type/buzzer/power off forgotten alarm/Basic menu character display /HOME screen display mode Steering wheel and throttle trigger correction Displays the status during running from each sensor unit at the transmitter and records the status as log data F u n c t i o n M a p 38 P-29 P-39 P-43 P-44 P-45 P-46 P-49 P-51 P-54 P-57 P-59 P-63 P-64 P-65 P-68 P-70 P-72 P-74 P-76 P-78 P-80 P-86 P-92 P-94 P-100 P-101 P-105 P-107 4PLS-Eng-07-Menu-P35-38.indd 38 2013/04/07 11:57:25 Function Model "MODEL"

Forty model data (data for 40 R/C cars) can be saved in the T4PLS transmitter. This menu selects the model, copies data between models. Model Menu Display The MENU 1 screen is displayed by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation at the HOME screen. The display can be switched to the MODEL screen by selecting "MODEL" and perform-

ing (JOG) button up or down operation. The display can be switched to the HOME screen by switching from the MODEL menu screen to the MENU 1 screen by pressing the (JOG) button and then pressing the (-) but-

ton at the MENU 1 screen. When the (JOG) button is pressed from the MODEL menu screen, the display switches to the MENU1 screen and can then be switched to the HOME screen by pressing the (-) button from the MENU1 screen.

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MODEL screen) Select

"MODEL"

Press Press Press Press Setting item SELECT COPY RESET

:Model selection

:Model copy

:Model reset Current model # and model name ID of T-HSS receiver linked last at this model Model selection function. Model copy function. Model reset function. When a T-FHSS receiver is not linked with a model whose RX type is set to T-FHSS, (NO LINK) is displayed. When RX type is set to S-FHSS or FHSS other than T-FHSS, nothing is displayed here F u n c t i o n Model "MODEL"

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"SELECT"

Forty model data (model data for 40 R/C cars) can be saved in the 4PLS transmitter and used when the relevant model data is called. Using the model select function

- Display the MODEL screen by referring to P39. 1 (Selection of model select) Move the cursor to "SELECT" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Move the cursor to select mod-

el # with the (JOG) button. 2 (Model #. selection) Select the model number with the (+) or (-) button. "01" ~ "40" are displayed. Model #. 01~40 Select model # with the (+) or (-) button. Modified model # and model name

"COMPLELE!" is displayed. 3 (Model select execution) Press the (JOG) buttons simultaneously for 1 second. A beeping sound is generated and the model is selected. F u n c t i o n

- Model change is complete when the model No. and model name on the screen change and "COMPLETE!" is displayed . 4 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) button. When the model changed, use after turning the transmitter power off and on. 40 Model "MODEL"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 40 2013/04/07 12:40:49 Model Copy

"COPY"

The contents of the currently selected model data can be copied to another model. Using the model copy function

- Display the MODEL screen by referring to P39. 1 (Selection of model copy) Move the cursor to "COPY" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. 2 (Model #. selection) Select the copy destination model number with the (+) or (-) button. "01" ~ "40" are dis-

played. 3 (Model copy execution) Press the (JOG) buttons for about 1 second. A beeping sound is generated and the model is selected.

-Copying is complete when "COMPLETE!" is displayed on the screen. 4 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) button. Move the cursor to "COPY"

with the (JOG) button. Model #. 01~40 The copy destination model #

with the (+) or (-) button. Model name is also copied.

"COMPLELE!" is displayed. F u n c t i o n Model "MODEL"

41 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 41 2013/04/07 12:40:49 Model Reset

"RESET"

This function resets and initializes the contents of the currently selected model data. However, the adjuster function (ADJUSTER), system setting (SYSTEM), and type of receiver mode (TYPE) are not initialized. Using the model reset function

- Display the MODEL screen by referring to P39. 1 (Selection of model reset) Move the cursor to "RESET" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. 2 (Model reset execution) Press the (JOG) buttons for about 1 second. A beeping sound is generated and the model is selected.

-Resetting is complete when "COMPLETE!" is displayed on the screen. 3 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) button. F u n c t i o n Move the cursor to "RESET"

with the (JOG) button.

"COMPLELE!" is displayed. The set RX type and T-FHSS receiver ID remain even if the model is reset. The same receiver can be used as is without re-linking 42 Model "MODEL"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 42 2013/04/07 12:40:49 Model Name "MDL NAME"

This function allows you to assign a ten character name to each model memory and user name. Display to "MDL NAME" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MDL NAME screen) Model name User name Character Press Press Select

"MDL NAME"

Press cursor position [RT]

Press When (JOG) button left or right operation is performed from both the left and right ends of the character list, the page (all 3 pages) is changed and the character set is selected.

(KATAKANA of the 3rd page is displayed when "KANA" is set by the

"SYSTEM" function "MENU".) Setting the model name and user name 1 (Move the cursor to the character you want to change.) Select the model name character you want to set or change by moving the cursor by the (+) or (-) button. The selected character blinks. 2 (Selecting the character to be used) Select the character to be used from the character list at un-

der side of the screen by the (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation. The selected character blinks. After selecting the character to be used, press the (JOG) button. The char-

acter is entered and the model name or user name character row moves to the right. Also move the cursor to "RESET" by the (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation, and press the buttons for about 1 second. A beeping sound is generated and the model name is initialized to the factory setting. 3 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton. Move the cursor to the char-

acter you want to change by

(+) or (-) button. Select the character by

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n Move the cursor to "RE-

SET" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Model Name "MOE NAME"

43 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 43 2013/04/07 12:40:51 Servo Reverse "REVERSE"

(All channel) This function reverses the direction of operation of the servos related to transmitter steering, throttle, and channel 3 /4 operation. However, when the position set by trim or subtrim shifts from the center, the center becomes the opposite side. Display to "REVERSE" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(REVERSE screen) Press Select

"REVERSE"

Press Press Servo Reverse Function Setting

(Preparation)

- Select the channel to be set by the (JOG) button up or down operation. 1 (Servo reverse setting) F u n c t i o n Use the (+) or (-) button to reverse the servo operation direction. NOR/REV can also be set by (JOG) button left or right operation

(Each channel can be set similarly.) Press Setting item STR :Steering (1st channel) THR :Throttle (2nd channel) CH3 :3rd channel CH4 :4th channel Move the cursor to "STR, THR, CH3 and CH4" with the (JOG) button. Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. 2 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton. 44 Servo Reverse "REV"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 44 2013/04/07 12:40:52 Subtrim "SUBTRIM"

(All channel) Use this function to adjust the neutral position of the steering, throttle, channel 3 and channel 4 servos.

*Subtrim adjusts the entire range of the servo in the set direction. 90 Use to adjust the neutral position Display to "REVERSE" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(SUBTRIM screen) Press Select

"SUBTRIM "

Press Press Press Subtrim Steering and throttle center trim When assigning DT1, DT2, or other digital trim-

ming to another function, make adjustments at this screen. Subtrim adjustment

(Preparation)

- Set the steering and throttle digital trims to the neutral "0" posi-

tion. Set CH3 and CH4 to the center "0" position. Setting item STR :Steering (1st channel) THR :Throttle (2nd channel) CH3 :3rd channel CH4 :4th channel 1 (Subtrim adjustment) Use the (+) or (-) button to adjust the center.

(Each channel can be set similarly.) 2 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton. F u n c t i o n Move the cursor to "STR, THR, CH3 and CH4" with the (JOG) button. Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0"

by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second. Subtrim ST :L100~R100 TH :B100~F100 CH3 :-100~+100 CH4 :-100~+100 Initial value : 0 Subtrim "SUBTR"

45 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 45 2013/04/07 12:40:53 End Point Adjuster "END POINT"

(All channel) Use this when performing left and right end point adjustments, throttle high side/

brake side operation amount adjustment, channel 3 and channel 4 servo up side/

down side operation amount adjustment during linkage.

- Correct the maximum steering angle for left and right steering angles when there is a difference in the turning radius due to the characteristics, etc. of the vehicle. Maximum steering angle The EPA function basically determines the maximum steering angle of each channel. The functions shown below may have been adjusted or the operating range set by EPA function may be exceeded. Check the linkage each time the following functions are ad-

justed.

- Sub trim (all channels).................................. P45

- Program mixing slave side (all channels) .....P70

- Idle up (throttle) ............................................ P81

- Throttle dff, Engine Cut (throttle).................P83

- Throttle acceration (throttle)......................... P57 ATL trim ATL trim allows adjustment of the brake side operation amount during operation. Therefore, when the operating angle is adjusted with throttle EPA, ATL trim must also be taken into account.

Warning

Operate each servo over its full stroke and be sure the linkage does not bind or is not loose. The continuous application of unreasonable force to a servo may cause damage and excessive battery drain. F u n c t i o n Caution!

A howling noise indicates that the steering servo is improperly set. Decide the EPA value at the contact point. Adjust the steering servo so that unreason-

able force is not applied to the servo by the chassis at maximum servo travel. Adjust the throttle servo so that unreasonable force is not applied when the engine carburetor is ful-

ly open, fully closed, and the brakes are applied fully. If the brakes overheat while running, their ability to function properly decreases. Before running, adjust the suitable maximum servo travel so that unreasonable force is not applied even when the servo travel is increased while running. 46 End Point Adjuster "END POINT"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 46 2013/04/07 12:40:54 Display to "END POINT" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(END POINT screen) Press Select

"END POINT"

Press Press Press Setting item selection

(Steering and Throttle direction)

- The direction (STR LFT and STR RGT) linked with the steering wheel is switched.

- The direction (THR FWD and THR BRK) linked with the throttle trigger is switched. Setting item (channel and direction)

:Steering (left side)

:Steering (right side)

:Throttle (foward side)

:Throttle (brake side) STR LFT STR RGT THR FWD THR BRK CH3/CH4 UP :3rd or 4th channel (up side) CH3/CH4 DWN :3rd or 4th channel (down side) Steering (END POINT) adjustment

(Preparation)

- Before setup of the steering end point adjustment (END POINT), set the steering D/R rever (initial setup: DT3) to the maximum steering angle position 100%.

- Select the setting item "RGT" by the (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation and make the following adjustments:

100

(HOME screen) 1 Steering (left side) adjustment Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the steer-

ing angle. 2 Steering (right side) adjustment Turn the steering wheel fully to the right and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the steer-

ing angle. 3 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) buttons.

- Return to the initial value

"100" by pressing the (+) and

(-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second. Steering EPA STR LFT :0~120 STR RGT :0~120 Initial value :100 End Point Adjuster "END POINT"

47 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 47 2013/04/07 12:40:55 Throttle (END POINT) adjustment

(Preparation)

- Before setting the throttle end point adjustment (END POINT), set the throttle ATL lever (initial setup: DT4) to the maximum throttle angle position 100%.

- Select the setting item "FWD" by the (JOG) button up or down operation and make the following adjustments:

1 Throttle (forward side) adjustment Pull the throttle trigger fully to the high side and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the throttle angle. However, when using an FET amp, set to 100%. 2 Throttle (brake side/reverse side) adjustment Move the throttle trigger fully to the brake side and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the throttle angle. However, when using an ESC, set to 100%. 3 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. 100

(HOME screen) Adjust button

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value

"100" by pressing the (+) and

(-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second. Throttle EPA THR FWD :0~120 THR BRK :0~120 Initial value :100 F u n c t i o n 3rd & 4th channel servo (END POINT) adjustment 1 3rd/4th channel servo (up side) adjustment Select the setting item "CH3 or CH4 UP" by the (JOG) but-

ton up or down operation, and set the 3rd or 4th channel dial fully to the up side (+ side) and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the servo angle. 2 3rd/4th channel servo (down side) adjustment Select the setting item "CH3 or CH4 DWN"by the (JOG) but-

ton up or down operation, and set the 3rd or 4th channel dial fully to the up side (- side) and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the servo angle. 3 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. 48 End Point Adjuster "END POINT"

Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "100"

by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. 3rd & 4th channel EPA CH3/CH4 UP

:0~120 CH3/CH4 DWN :0~120 Initial value :100 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 48 2013/04/07 12:40:56

(All channel) Fail Safe Function "FAIL SAFE"

Fail Safe Mode (F/S) This function moves each servo to a preset position when the receiver cannot receive the signals from the transmitter for some reason.

-When the condition set at "FHSS" is Rx type (P29), fail safe (F/S) can be set only for throttle (TH). Other channels are set to the normal mode.

-The fail safe data is transferred from the transmitter to the receiver 10 seconds after the transmitter power was turned on.

receiver power is turned on next and the data is transferred for approximately 10 seconds after the receiver power is turned on.

-For gasoline engine cars, for safety we recommend that this fail safe function be used to set the throttle channel in the direc-

tion in which the brakes are applied. Hold mode (HOLD) This function holds the receiver in its position immediately before reception was lost. It is the T-FHSS typ (R304SB...etc) and the S-FHSS type (R2104GF...etc) receiver only function. When the receiver used is the R603GF/R2004GF and other FHSS type, this function cannot be used because the receiver type is set to "FHSS" by Rx type setting Off mode (OFF) This function stops output of signals to the servos and places the servos into the free state when the receiver cannot receive. The F/S, HOLD, and OFF modes are automatically reset when signals from the trans-

mitter can be received again. Battery fail safe function (BFS) If the receiver battery voltage drops below a certain value when this function is enabled, the throttle servo moves to the position set by fail safe function. When the battery volt-

age recovers, the battery fail safe function is automatically reset.

-This function cannot be used when the throttle (TH) is not set to fail safe (F/S).

-This function is for the T-FHSS typ (R304SB...etc) and the S-FHSS type (R2104GF...etc) receiver only. It cannot be used with the R603GF and R2004FG and other FHSS type. Display to "FAIL SAFE" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(FAIL SAFE screen) F u n c t i o n Press Select

"FAIL SAFE"

Press Press Setting item

:F/S positon set MODE :F/S mode selection POSI B-FS :B-FS set (throttle only) VOLT :B-FS voltage set (throttle only) cursor position [RT]

Press Fail Safe Function "FAIL SAFE"

49 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 49 2013/04/07 12:40:56 Fail safe mode selection

(Preparation)

- Select the channels "MODE" to be set by the (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation. 1 (Mode selection) Select the mode by (+) or (-) button.

(Each channel can be individually set.) 2 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by press-

ing the (JOG) button. When setting fail safe, set the servo position by the following method. Fail safe function setup 1 (Servo position setup) When the fail safe function operates, select the setting item

"POSI" by the (JOG) button. The steering wheel, the throttle trigger or 3rd, 4th channel dial remains in the desired opera-

tion position. When the (JOG) button is pressed for about 1 second, the servo position is displayed and you can conrm that the function was set.

(Each channel can be set similarly.) 2 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton. Battery fail safe function ON/OFF (T-FHSS/ S-FHSS)

(Preparation)

- Select the setting item by the (JOG) button. For Battery F/S function ON/OF, select "OFF" or "ACT" of "B-FS". For voltage setting, select RX**v. (The T-FHSS system only. ) The S-FHSS system is xed at 3.8v. 1 (Battery fail safe function ACT/OFF) BATT-F/S function ACT/OFF and voltage set-

ting which activates the B-F/S function can be switched by (+) or (-) button. F u n c t i o n 2 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton. Fail Safe Function "FAIL SAFE"

50 FAIL SAFE screen F/S mode OFF, HOLD, F/S F/S mode selection

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. F/S position setup button

- The (JOG) buttons is pressed for about 1 second. Battery fail safe function OFF, ACT Initial value: OFF B-F/S Voltage 3.8, 4.0, 4.2, 4.4, 4.6, 4.8, 5.0, 5.3, 5.6, 5.9, 6.2, 6.5, 6.8, 7.1, 7.4(V) Initial value 3.8v Example:

Ni-MH /Ni-Cd 4cell---3.8V Ni-MH /Ni-Cd 6cell---4.4V LiFe 2cell---4.8V Li-Po 2cell---5.6V 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 50 2013/04/07 12:40:57 Exponential Adjustment "EXP"

(Steering/ Throttle system) This function is used to change the sensitivity of the servo around the neutral position. Display to "EXP" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(EXP screen) Press Select

"EXP"

Press Press STR (Steering EXP) This function is used to change the sensitivity of the steering servo and around the neutral position. It has no effect on the maximum servo travel. Racers Tip When the setting is not determined, or the characteristics of the model are unknown, start with 0%. (When EXP is set to 0%, servo movement is linear.) Press Setting item STR :Steering FWD :Throttle forward side BRK

:Throttle brake/ reverse side Quick

(Positive side) Mild

(Negative side)

-1 ~ -100

+1 ~ +100 S e r v o t r a v e l Wheel operation Wheel operation Steering EXP adjustment

(Preparation)

- On the EXP screen, Select the setting item "STR" by the (JOG) button. 1 When you want to quicken steering operation, use the (+) button to adjust the + side. When you want to make steering operation milder, use the (-) button to adjust the - side. Adjustment range

-100~0~+100 F u n c t i o n Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. 2 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Exponential Adjustment "EXP"

Vertical cursor moves in step with steering wheel operation. 51 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 51 2013/04/07 12:40:57 FWD (Throttle Forward SideEXP)/ BRK (Throttle Brake Side EXP) This function makes the throttle forward side and brake side direction servo operation quicker or milder. It has no effect on the servo maximum operation amount. Advice When the course conditions are good and the surface has good grip, set each curve to the + side (quick side). When the road surface is slippery and the drive wheels do not grip it, set each curve to the - minus (mild) side. Throttle forward side EXP adjustment

(Preparation)

- On the EXP screen make the following adjustments:

1 Select the setting item "FWD" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the p(+) button to adjust for a faster throttle response or use the (-) button for a slower or milder throttle response. Quick S e r v o t r a v e l

+1 ~ +100

-1 ~ -100 0 Norm al Mild Trigger operation F u n c t i o n 2 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Adjustment range

-100 ~ 0 ~ +100%

Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Vertical cursor moves in step with throttle trigger operation. 52 Exponential Adjustment "EXP"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 52 2013/04/07 12:40:58 Throttle brake side EXP adjustment

(Preparation)

- On the EXP screen make the following adjustments:

1 Select the setting item "BRK" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) button to adjust for a faster throttle response or use the (-) button for a slower or milder throttle response. Quick S e r v o t r a v e l

+1 ~ +100

-1 ~ -100 0 Norm al Mild Trigger operation 2 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Adjustment range

-100 ~ 0 ~ +100%

Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Vertical cursor moves in step with throttle trigger operation. Dial / Trim Setting The steering and throttle EXP adjustment (RATE) can be controlled with digital dial or digital trim. With the function select switch dial function. (See page 65) F u n c t i o n Exponential Adjustment "EXP"

53 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 53 2013/04/07 12:40:58 Servo Speed "SPEED"

This function is used to change the servo speed. Display to "SPEED" screen by the following method:

(Steering system)

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(SPEED screen) Select

"SPEED"

Press Press Press Press Setting item STR TURN STR RETN THR TURN

:Steering turn side

:Steering return side

:Throttle turn side STR (Steering Speed) Quick steering operation will cause momentary understeering, loss of speed, or spinning. This function is effective in such cases. Spin Smooth cornering Understeering Operation Without "SPEED"

With "SPEED"

- This function limits the maximum speed of the steering servo. (Delay function)

- The steering speed when the steering wheel is operated

(TURN direction) and returned

(RETN direction) can be inde-

pendently set.

- If the steering wheel is turned slower than the set speed, the steering servo is not affected. R N TUR T N RET T U N N E R F u n c t i o n 54 Servo Speed "SPEED"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 54 2013/04/07 12:40:59 Steering Speed adjustment

(Preparation)

- On the SPEED screen make the following adjustments:

1 "TURN" direction adjustment On the SPEED screen, Select the setting item STR "TURN"

by the (JOG) button up or down operation and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the delay amount. R N TUR N T U 2 "RETN" direction adjustment Select the setting item STR "RETN" by the (JOG) button up or down operation and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the delay amount. T N RET N E R Adjustment range 1~100% (each direction) At 100%, there is no delay. 1%

100%

Servo operation is delayed. Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "100"

by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. Adjustment range 1~100% (each direction) At 100%, there is no delay. 1%

100%

Servo operation is delayed. Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "100"

by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. 3 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Setting example (Steering servo: BLS451 / BLS351) . (Setting criteria)

- Onroad TURN side: Approx. 50~80% RETURN side: Approx. 60~100%

- Offroad TURN side: Approx. 70~100% RETURN side: Approx. 80~100%

F u n c t i o n Dial / Trim Setting The steering speed adjustment "TURN" and "RETN" can be controlled with digital dial or digital trim. With the function select switch dial function. (See page 65) Servo Speed "SPEED"

55 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 55 2013/04/07 12:40:59 THR (Throttle Speed) Sudden throttle trigger operation on a slippery road only causes the wheels to spin and the ve-

hicle cannot accelerate smoothly. Setting the throttle speed function reduces wasteful battery consumption while at the same time permitting smooth, enjoyable operation. Operation With "SPEED": Quick start without skidding Without "SPEED": Slow start due to skidding

-Throttle servo (ESC) operation is delayed so that the drive wheels will not spin even if the trottle trigger is operated more than necessary. This delay function is not performed when the throttle trig-

ger is returned and at brake operation. Throttle Speed adjustment

(Preparation)

- On the SPEED screen make the following adjustments:

1 (Delay adjustment) On the SPEED screen, Select the setting item THR "TURN" by the (JOG) button up or down operation and use the (+) or (-) buttons to ad-

just the delay amount. neutral high Adjustment range 1~100%

At 100%, there is no delay. 1%

100%

Servo operation is delayed. Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "100"

by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. F u n c t i o n 2 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Dial / Trim Setting The throttle speed adjustment can be controlled with digital dial or digital trim. With the function select switch dial function. (See page 65) 56 Servo Speed "SPEED"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 56 2013/04/07 12:41:00 Throttle Acceleration "TH ACCEL"

(Throttle system) The servo will jump to the input position at its maximum possible speed. Unlike expo-

nential, which adjusts the whole throttle movement into a curve, throttle acceleration simply "jumps" away from neutral and then leaves the remaining response linear. Operation

- Operation near the throt-

tle trigger neutral position becomes a sharp rise.

- The forward and brake sides can be set separately.

- When the brake mixing function (p.72) is set, the CH3/CH4 brake can also be set. Set value 100%

50%

0%

FWRD S e r v o t r a v e l 100%

50%

0%

BRAKE The standard value (100% point) of this setup affects the operation amount set by throttle EPA function. Clearance Convenient usage method For gasoline engine cars, the linkage must have a clearance because one servo controls the engine carburetor and brake. Thus, there is a noticeable time delay at both the forward and brake sides. Sharp response comparable to that of electric mo-

tor cars is obtained by reducing this clearance at the transmitter side. Display to "TH ACCEL" screen by the following method:

Caburetor Servo horn Brake side

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(TH ACCEL screen) F u n c t i o n Press Select

"TH ACCEL"

Press Press Press Setup item FWR RATE :Forward side acceleration BRA RATE :Brake side acceleration Throttle Acceleration "TH ACCEL"

57 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 57 2013/04/07 12:41:00 Throttle acceleration adjustment

(Preparation)

- On the TH ACCEL screen make the following adjustments:

1 (Forward acceleration amount adjustment) Select the setting item FWD "RATE" by the

(JOG) button up or down operation and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the accelera-

tion amount.

"0"

"100"

:No acceleration

:Maximum acceleration (Approximately 1/2 of the forward side throttle angle) 2 (Brake side acceleration amount adjustment) Select the setting item BRK "RATE" by the

(JOG) button up or down operation and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the accelera-

tion amount.

"0"

"100"

:No acceleration

:Maximum acceleration (Brake side maximum throttle angle) 4 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Forward acceleration amount

(FWD) 0~100 Initial value: 0 Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Brake side acceleration amount

(BRK) 0~100 Initial value: 0 Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. F u n c t i o n Dial / Trim Setting The throttle acceleration adjustment amount (FWD), (BRK) can be controlled with digital dial or digital trim. With the function select switch dial function. (See page 65) 58 Throttle Acceleration "TH ACCEL"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 58 2013/04/07 12:41:01 A.B.S. Function "TH A.B.S"

When the brakes are applied while cornering with a 4 Wheel Drive or other type of vehicle, understeer may occur. The genera-

tion of understeer can be eliminated and corners can be smoothly cleared by using this function.

(Throttle system) Operation

- When the brakes are applied, the throttle servo will pulse intermittently. This will have the same effect as pumping the brakes in a full size car.

- The brake return amount, delay amount, pulse cycle, and brake duty can be adjusted. Operation display During ABS operation, the LED blinks. Without A.B.S. Display "TH A.B.S" screen by the following method:

With A.B.S.

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(TH A.B.S screen) Select

"TH A.B.S"

Press Press Press Press Setup items MODE : Function ON/Off AB.P DELY

: Brake return amount

: Delay amount CYCL TG.P DUTY

: Cycle speed

: Trigger point

: Cycle duty ratio

- AB.P : Amount of brake return Sets the rate at which the servo returns versus trigger opera-

tion for brake release. When set to 0%, the ABS function is not performed. When set to 50%, the servo returns 50% (1/2) of the trigger operation amount and when set to 100%, the ser-

vo returns to the neutral posi-

tion. S e r v o t r a v e l A.B.S DUTY (duty): X and Y ratio X: (Brake application time) TG.P (Trigger point) F u n c t i o n Y: (Brake return time) AB.P

(Amount of brake return) CYCL (Cycle) Trigger operation A.B.S. Function "TH A.B.S"

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- DELY : Delay Sets the delay from brake operation to ABS operation. When set to 0%, the ABS func-

tion is activated without any delay. At 50%, the ABS function is activated after a delay of approximately 1 second and at 100%, the ABS function is activated after a delay of approximately 2 seconds.

- CYCL : Cycle speed Sets the pulse speed (cycle). The smaller the set value, the faster the pulse cycle.

- TG.P : Trigger point Sets the trigger point at which the ABS function begins to operate at brake operation.

- DUTY : Cycle duty ratio Sets the proportion of the time the brakes are applied and the time the brakes are re-

leased by pulse operation. The ratio can be set to HIGH, MID or LOW.

- MODE : Function ON/OFF ABS function ON/OFF setting. When using the ABS function, set to "ACT(ON)". A.B.S function adjustment 1 (Function ON/OFF) Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the function to the active state by pressing the (+) or (-) button.

"INH(OFF)"

"ACT(ON)"

"ACT(OFF)"

:Function OFF

:Function ON

:Switch OFF when setting switches 2 (Brake return amount adjustment) Select the setting item "AB.P"

by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to adjust the re-

turn amount. S e r v o t r a v e l AB.P AB.P

(Amount of brake return)

"0"

"50"

"100"

:No return

:Return to the 50% position of the brake operation amount

:Return to the neutral position. 3 (Delay amount setup) Select the setting item "DELY" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to adjust the de-

lay amount.

"0"

"50"

"100"

:A.B.S. function performed without any delay

:A.B.S function performed after an approximate 1 sec delay.

:A.B.S. function performed after an approximate 2 secs delay. F u n c t i o n 60 A.B.S. Function "TH A.B.S"

Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Function ON/OFF (MODE) INH(OFF), ACT(ON,OFF) Brake return amount (AB.P) 0 ~ 50 ~ 100 Initial value: 50

- Brake return amount (AB.P) is influenced by the "EXP"

rate on the brake side. Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). Delay amount (DELY) 0 ~ 100 Initial value: 0 Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

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4 (Cycle speed adjustment) Select setting item "CYCL" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to adjust the pulse speed (cycle). S e r v o t r a v e l CYCL CYCL (Cycle)

- The smaller the set value, the faster the pulse speed. 5 (Trigger point setup) Select setting item "TG.P" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) but-

ton to adjust the operation point. S e r v o t r a v e l TG.P TG.P

(Trigger point) Brake side Neutral TGP Cycle speed (CYCL) 1 ~ 30 Initial value: 10 Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). Trigger point (TG.P) 10 ~ 100 Initial value: 30 Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec).

- Sets the throttle trigger position at which the A.B.S. function is performed. The number is the % display with the full brake position made 100. 6 (Cycle duty ratio setup) Select setting item "DUTY" bby the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to adjust the duty ratio. DUTY S e r v o t r a v e l Y: (Brake return time) X: (Brake application time) DUTY (duty): X and Y ratio Duty ratio (DUTY) LOW - MID - HIGH Initial value: MID Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec).

:Brake application time becomes shortest. (Brakes lock with difculty)

"LOW"

"HIGH" :Brake application time becomes longest (Brakes lock easily)

(Remark) For low grip, set at the LOW side and for high grip, set at the HIGH side. 7 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Dial / Trim Setting F u n c t i o n The brake return amount (AB.P), delay amount (DELY) and cycle (CYCL) can be con-

trolled with digital dial or digital trim, with the function switch dial function. (See page 65) Switch setting Use SW1or SW2 to switch the A.B.S. function ON/OFF. See the function select switch dial function (See page 65). A.B.S. Function "TH A.B.S"

61 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 61 2013/04/07 12:41:03 Fail Safe Unit When the T4PLS is used with the Futaba fail safe unit (FSU), it will operate as de-

scribed below. However, FSU-1 cannot be used at the high speed mode.

- When the FSU is connected to the throttle channel, and the A.B.S. function has been

that the FSU responds to sudden data changes caused by A.B.S. function pumping op-

eration. It does not mean that the fail safe function is activated. The servo will not be affected. Example of A.B.S. function setting when BLS351 / BLS352 used

(There will be a slight difference depending on the state of the linkage.)

- Basic setting AB.P: Approx. 30% (If this value is too high, the braking distance will increase.) CYCL: 5~7 DUTY: (When grip is low: LOW side, when grip is high: HIGH side) DELY: 10~15%

TG.P: Approx. 70%

- When the wheels lock, or the car spins, when the brakes are applied fully AB.P: Increase from 30%

DUTY: Shift to "LOW" side DELY: Reduce the delay

- When the braking effect is poor and the braking distance is long when the brakes are applied fully AB.P: Decrease from 30%

DUTY: Shift to "HIGH" side DELY: Increase the delay F u n c t i o n 1/5 scale car and other independent brakes and ABS ABS can be independently set for the brakes which are controlled by the 3rd CH and 4th CH by using the brake mixing (BRAKE MIX) function described on page 68. For more information, read the brake mixing (BRAKE MIX) item. 62 A.B.S. Function "TH A.B.S"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 62 2013/04/07 12:41:03 Channel3/4 "CH3/CH4"

(3/4 channel) The channel 3/4 servo position can be set from the transmitter. When CH3 is as-

signed to a dial by the switch dial function (p.65), this setting is linked to that dial. When CH3/4 is not assigned to a dial, it can be set with this screen. When CH3/4 is assigned to a switch by the switch dial function (p.65), you cannot adjust the CH3/4 via the screen. Display "CH3/CH4" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(CH3/CH4 screen) Press Select

"CH3/CH4"

Press Press Press Display when CH3/4 is as-

signed to a switch by the switch dial functiondialt.Cannot adjust the CH3/4 via the screen. Rate/position adjustment on channel menu screen 1 (Function selection) On each CH3/CH4 screen select CH3 "POSI" or CH4 "POSI"

by the (JOG) button up or down operation. 2 (Position setting/rate adjustment) Use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the channel 3 or chan-

nel 4 position. 3 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n Channel 3 position (POSI) Channel 4 position (POSI) 0~100%

Initial value: 0 Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value

"100" by pressing the (+) and

(-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second. Channel3/4 "CH3/CH4"

63 4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 63 2013/04/07 12:41:04 Steering Dual Rate/ Throttle ATL "D/R ATL"

D/R (Steering dual rate) The steering left and right servo travels are adjusted simultaneously. This setting is linked to transmitter grip dial DT3. When DT3 is assigned another function, dual rate can be adjusted with this screen. ATL (Throttle ATL) This function decreases the set value when the braking effect is strong and increas-

es the set value when the braking effect is weak. This function is linked to transmit-

ter grip dial DT4. When DT4 is assigned nother function, this function can be set with this screen. Display "D/R ATL" screen by the following method:

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(HOME screen)

(D/R ATL screen) Press Select

"D/R ATL"

Press Press Press Dual rate adjustment 1 (Dual rate adjustment) Select the setting item ST-D/R "RATE" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Adjust the servo travel with the (+) and (-) buttons. 2 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n ATL function adjustment 1 (Brake amount adjustment) Select the setting item TH-ATL "RATE" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Adjust the servo travel with the (+) and (-) buttons. 2 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. D/R rate (RATE) 0~100%

Initial value: 100 Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "100"

by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. ATL rate (RATE) 0~100%

Initial value: 100 Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "100"

by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. 64 Steering Dual Rate/ Throttle ATL "D/R ATL"

4PLS-Eng-08-1-Function-P39-64.indd 64 2013/04/07 12:41:05 Select Switch Dial Function "SW/ DIAL"

Selection of the function to be performed by digital trim (DT1, DT2, DT3, DT4) di-

al (DL1) and switch (SW1, SW2).

- The functions that can be assigned to dial, digital trim and switch are listed on the next page.

- The dial and digital trim are step amount can be adjusted. (The relationship between set value and step amount is shown in the table on the next page.)

- The direction of operation of the servos can be reversed. (NOR/REV)

- SW1 alternate operation (operation which switches between ON and OFF each time the switch is pressed) is possible. NOR (Normal) -ON only while pressed, OFF when released. ALT (Alternate) -Switched between ON and OFF each time pressed. Display "SW/DIAL" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(SW/DIAL screen) Select

"SW/DIAL"

Press Press Press Function select dial/trim setting 1 (Setting dial/trim selection) Select the dial or trim you want to set by the (JOG) button up or down operation. 2 (Function setting) Select the function with the (+) or (-) button.

- Refer to the list on the next page for the abbreviations of the functions.

(Step amount setting) Select the step amount you want to set by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to set the step amount.

- Refer to the next page for the relationship between set value and step amount. Press

*Function selection

*Step amount setting

*Direction of operation setting F u n c t i o n

(Changing the direction of operation) Select the Direction of operation you want to set by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to trim/

dial the direction. 3 When ending, return to the MENU1 screen by pressing the Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) buttons.

- Return to the initial value "2"

by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second.

(JOG) button. Function Select Trim Dial TRIM DIAL 65 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 65 2013/04/07 12:48:09 Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons. SW1 function selection Direction of operation set-

ting Function select switch setting 1 (Setting SW selection) Select the SW you want to set by the (JOG) button up or down operation. 2 (Function setting) Select the function with the (+) or (-) button.

-Refer to the list for the abbreviations of the functions.

(Changing the SW1operation system) Select DIR of <SW1> by the (JOG) button up or down opera-

tion. Select ALT or NOR with the (+) or (-) button. 3 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Set table functions (DL1, DT1/DT2/DT3) Abbreviation used on setup screen D/R ATL EXP-ST EXP-FW EXP-BK SPD-TN SPD-RN ABS.PS ABS.DL CYCLE ACC-FW ACC-BK TH-SPD ST-TRM TH-TRM CH3 CH4 SUBTR1 SUBTR2 SUBTR3 SUBTR4 IDLE ESC-RT TH-OFF PMX-A PMX-B BK3-RT BK4-RT 4WS-RT ESC-MD GYRO OFF Function name, etc Dual rate function ATL function Steering EXP Throttle EXP (Forward side) Throttle EXP (Brake side) Steering speed (Turn side) Steering speed (Return side) A.B.S. function (Return amount) A.B.S. function (Delay) A.B.S. function (cycle speed) Throttle acceleration (Forward side) Throttle acceleration (Brake side) Throttle speed Steering trim Throttle trim Channel 3 Channel 4 Sub trim (CH1) Sub trim (CH2) Sub trim (CH3) Sub trim (CH4) Idle up function Dual ESC mixing (4ch ESC rate) Throttle off (engine cut) Program mixing (RGHT/BRAK/DOWN sides) Program mixing (LEFT/FWRD/UP sides) Brake mixing (3ch brake rate) Brake mixing (4th brake rate) 4WS mixing (3ch steering rate) Dual ESC mixing (Drive mode select) Gyro mixing (Gain rate) Not used F u n c t i o n SW2 function selection ON/OFF position is dis-

played. Relationship between set value and step amount

(Setting range: 1~10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 100, 2P)

-Steering trim/throttle trim When set to the minimum "1", the total trim operating width is 200 clicks. For

"100", the total operating width is 2 clicks and for 2P, the total operating width is 1 click.

-Rate, etc. setting This is the % value which is operated by 1 click relative to the set value of each rate. Since the total operating width of functions having a rate of -100~0~+100 is 200%, when set to "100", the total op-

erating width is 2 clicks. Since the total operating width of functions with a 0~100 rate is 100%, "100" and 2P are operated by 1 click.

-Channel 3/4 When set to the minimum "1", the to-

tal operating width of channel 3 is 200 clicks. For "100", the total operating with is 2 clicks and 2P is operated by 1 click. 66 Function Select Trim Dial "TRIM DIAL"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 66 2013/04/07 12:48:09 DT1 DL1 DT3 DT2 SW2 DT4 SW1 Set table functions (SW1) Abbreviation used on setup screen NT-BRK ABS IDLE PRGMIX TH-OFF CH3 CH4 4WS MIX TIMER LOGGER GYRO OFF Function name, etc Neutral brake function ON/OFF A.B.S function ON/OFF Idle up function ON/OFF Program mixing function ON/OFF Throttle off (engine cut) function ON/OFF channel 3 channel 4 4WS mixing type select Timer function start/stop Telemetry log start/stop Switching GYRO mode Not used Set table functions (SW2) Abbreviation used on setup screen NT-BRK ABS IDLE PRGMIX TH-OFF CH3 CH4 OFF Function name, etc Neutral brake function ON/OFF A.B.S function ON/OFF Idle up function ON/OFF Program mixing function ON/OFF Throttle off (engine cut) function ON/OFF channel 3 channel 4 Not used F u n c t i o n Function Select Trim Dial "TRIM DIAL"

67 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 67 2013/04/07 12:48:10 Brake Mixing "BRAKE MIX" (Throttle, 3rd /4th channel system) This function is used when the front and rear brakes must be adjusted independently such as a 1/5 scale GP car. This mixing uses the 2nd CH for the rear brakes and the 3rd or 4th CH for the front brakes, or controls the front brakes with the 3rd CH and 4th CH servos, or controls the 2nd CH by independent throttle and controls the rear and front brakes with the 3rd CH and 4th CH. 3CH 2CH or 4CH Front Brake Rear Brake 3CH 4CH 2CH Operation

-When braking, mixing is applied to 2nd CH 3rd CH, 4th CH.

-3rd CH and 4th CH brake amount, 2nd CH, 3rd CH, and 4th CH brake delay, and 3rd CH and 4th CH brake ABS can be set. CH3/4 brake ABS function The ABS function can be used independently at the CH3 and CH4 sides even when the CH2 side ABS function is OFF. The amount of pumping speed (CYCL), operation point (TG.P), and duty ratio (DUTY) can be set in common with the CH2 side ABS

Display "SW/DIAL" screen by the following method:

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(HOME screen)

(BRAKE MIX screen) F u n c t i o n 68 Press Setup item

<CH3>

MODE : Brake function ON/OFF RATE DELY ABS

: Brake rate

: Delay amount

: ABS. function ON/OFF Press Select

"BRAKE MIX"

Press Press

<CH2>

DELY

: Delay amount

<CH4>

MODE : Brake function ON/OFF RATE DELY ABS

: Brake rate

: Delay amount

: ABS. function ON/OFF Brake Mixing "BRAKE"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 68 2013/04/07 12:48:12 Brake mixing adjustment 1 (Brake mixing function ON/OFF) Using the (JOG) button, select "MODE" of <CH3> for CH3 brake and "MODE" of <CH4> for CH 4 brake. Use the (+) or (-) key and set the function to the "ACT" state.

"INH"

"ACT"

: Function OFF

: Function ON

- When "(4WS>OFF)" is displayed below <CH3>ABS, the CH3 brake cannot be used if the 4WS function is not set to "ACT".

- When "(ESC>INH)" is displayed under <CH4>ABS, the CH4 brake cannot be used if the dual ESC function is not set to "INH". 2 (Brake rate) Using the (JOG) button, select "RATE" of <CH3> for CH3 brake and "RATE" of <CH4> for CH 4 brake , and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the Brake rate amount. 3 (Delay amount setup) Using the (JOG) button, select "DELY" of <CH3> for CH3 brake, "DELY" of <CH4> for CH 4 brake and "DELY" of

<CH2> for CH 2 brake. Use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the delay amount.

"0"

"100"

: No delay

: Maximum delay amount 4 (3rd & 4th channels brake-A.B.S ON/OFF) Using the (JOG) button, select "ABS" of <CH3> for CH3 brake and "ABS" of <CH4> for CH 4 brake. Use the (+) or (-) key and set the function to the "ACT" state. 5 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Function ON/OFF (MODE) INH, ACT Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Brake rate (RATE) 0 ~ 100 Initial value:100 Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. Delay amount (DELY)

(CH3) 0 ~ 100

(CH4) 0 ~ 100

(CH2) 0 ~ 100 Initial value:0 Function ON/OFF (ABS) INH, ACT Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Setting the 4WS mixing/dual ESC function To use CH3 of the brake mixing function, 4WS mixing (p.72) must be set to "INH". To use CH4 of the dual ESC function (p.74) and CPS mixing (p.78) must be set to

"INH". Dial / Trim Setting The function select switch dial function can control the 3rd/4th channels. Brake rate

(RATE) can be controlled with digital dial or digital trim, using the function select di-

al function. (See page 65) F u n c t i o n Brake Mixing "BRAKE"

69 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 69 2013/04/07 12:48:12 Programmable Mix "PROG MIX"

(All channels) This function allows you to apply mixing between the steering, throttle, channel 3 and channel 4. Additional Functions

-When the steering or throttle channel is the master channel (channel that applies mix-

ing), trim data can be added. (Trim mode)

- The mixing mode selection. (Master mixing mode) Relating function steering :EPA, STR EXP, D/R, SPEED, 4WS throttle CH3 CH4

:EPA, THR EXP, ATL, ABS, SPEED, BRAKE MIX, NT-BRK, ESC MIX, TH ACCEL

:EPA,BRAKE MIX,4WS

:EPA,BRAKE MIX,ESC MIX Movement of the slave channel side The movement of the master channel side will be added to the movement of the slave channel side. Display "PROG MIX" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(PROG MIX screen) F u n c t i o n Select

"PROG MIX "

Press Press Press Press Setup items MODE : Function ON/OFF LEFT RGHT MST

: Mixing rate (Left side)

: Mixing rate (Right side)

: Master channel

: Slave channel SLV MXMD : Mix mode TRIM

: Trim mode Program mixing adjustment

(Preparation)

- When "PROG MIX" is turned ON and OFF by switch, set the switch by select switch dial function (p.65). Function SW PROGMIX 1 (Mixing function ON/OFF) Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) and set the function to the

"ON" or "OFF" state. INH ON

: Function OFF

: Function ON. When the switch is OFF, OFF is displayed. Function ON/OFF (MODE) INH,ON(OFF) Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. 70 Programmable Mix "PROG MIX"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 70 2013/04/07 12:48:12 2 (Master channel) Select setup item "MST" y the (JOG) button up or down operation, and select the master channel by pressing the (+) or (-) button. These setup items are different de-

pending on the master channel. Upper side : LEFT/FWRD/UP Lower side : RGHT/BRAK/DOWN Program mixing function 3 (Slave channel) Select setup item "SLV" by the (JOG) button up or down op-

eration, and select the slave channel by pressing the (+) or (-) button. 4 (Left, forward or up side mixing amount adjustment) Select the setting item "LEFT", "FWRD", or "UP" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button and adjust the left, forward, or up side mixing amount. 5 (Right, brake or down side mixing amount adjustment) Select the setting item "RGHT", "BRAK", or "DOWN" by the

(JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button and adjust the right, brake, or down side mixing amount. 6 (Mixing mode setup) Select setup item "MXMD" by the (JOG) button up or down operation, and use the (+) or (-) button to select the mixing mode.

"OFF" :Mixing proportional to master channel operation.

"MIX" :Mixing by master channel another function considered. 7 (Trim mode setup) Select setup item "TRIM" by the (JOG) button up or down operation, and use the (+) or (-) button to select the mixing mode.

"OFF" :Trim is removed.

"ON" :Trim is added. 8 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Switch / Dial / Trim Setting Channel selection (MST) STR, THR, CH3, CH4 Initial value :STR Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Channel selection (SLV) STR, THR, CH3, CH4 Initial value :CH3 Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Mixing amount

-120~0~+120 Initial value: +100 Adjust button

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value

"100" by pressing the (+) and

(-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second. Mixing amount

-120~0~+120 Initial value: +100 Mixing mode (MXD) OFF, ON Initial value: OFF Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Trim mode (TRIM) OFF, ON Initial value: OFF Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. F u n c t i o n Select the program mixing function ON/OFF switch with the function select switch di-

al function. Mixing rate (RATE) can be controlled with digital dial or digital trim, us-

ing the function select switch dial function. (See page 65) Programmable Mix "PROG MIX"

71 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 71 2013/04/07 12:48:13 4WS Mixes "4WS"

(Steering, 3rd channel system) This function can be used with crawlers and other 4WS type vehicles. It is mixing which uses the 1st CH to control the front side steering and the 3rd CH to control the rear side steering. OFF (front side only), reverse phase, same phase, rear side only and other 4WS type switching is used by selecting SW1 with the function select switch function (p.65). If not selected, <NO SW> is displayed. Therefore, select SW1. Setting Special mixings When the 3rd CH was set to ACT at Brake Mixing (p.68) or when Gyro Mixing (p.76) is used, 4WS mixing cannot be used. Display "4WS" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(4WS screen) Press Select

"4WS "

Press Press Press F u n c t i o n Reverse phase Same phase Rear side only 4WS mixing adjustment

(Preparation) Since this function is used by switching the type of 4WS with a switch, the switch used by the function select switch dial function (page 65) is set. 72 4WS Mixes 4WS Front side only 4WS OFF Setup items MODE 4WS Type RATE 3ch rate (Rear side) MXMD Mix mode Function SW 4WS 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 72 2013/04/07 12:48:13 1 (4WS type selection) Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or

(-) and set the function to the "ON" or "OFF"

state.

"INH"

"2TYP"

"3TYP"

"4TYP"

:Function OFF (front only)

:Front side only, reverse phase switching

:Front side only, reverse phase and same phase switching

:Front side only, reverse phase, same phase, and rear side only switching Switched in the order shown in the gure below by set SW

< NO SW >

I f f u n c t i o n s O N / O F F switch is not selected,

<NO SW> is displayed. The function select switch screen (P65) can be dis-

played from this screen. Function ON/OFF (MODE) OFF, 2TYP, 3TYP, 4TYP Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons.

"2TYP"Front side only and reverse phase switching

"3TYP"Front side only, reverse phase, and same phase switching

"4TYP"Front side only, reverse phase, same phase, and rear side only switching 2 (Rear side travel adjustment) Select setting item "RATE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Adjust the rear side travel with the (+) or (-) but-

ton. 3 (Mix mode setting) Select setting item "MXMD" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the mix mode with the (+) or (-) button.

"OFF"

"ON"

:The EXP function of the 1st CH and other settings are not mixed.

:The EXP function o the 1st CH and other settings are mixed. 4 When ending, return to the MENU screen by moving the cur-

sor to the positions other than SW/DIAL and pressing the

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n Rear rate (RATE) 0 ~ 100 Initial value:100 Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). Mixing mode (MXMD) OFF, ON Initial value: OFF Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. 4WS Mixes 4WS 73 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 73 2013/04/07 12:48:14 Dual ESC Mixing "DUAL ESC"

(Throttle system) This function is mixing used with crawlers and other 4WD type vehicles and uses the 2nd CH to control the front motor controller and the 4th CH to control the rear motor controller. Front drive only, rear drive only, or both front and rear drive can be selected using any programmed DT (digital trim) button. Setting Special mixings When the 4th CH was set to ACT at Brake Mixing (p.68) or when CPS Mixing (p.78) is used, Dual ESC mixing cannot be used. Display "DUAL ESC" function screen by the following method:.

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(DUAL ESC screen) Press Press Dual ESC mixing adjustment

(Preparation)

- This function is used to switch between front drive/4WD/rear drive using one of the dial

(trim). Set the desired dial (trim) for this func-

tion using the SW/DIAL screen (p.65). F u n c t i o n Select

"DUAL ESC "

Press Press Setup items MODE : Function ON/OFF RATE : 4ch rate (Rear side) MXMD : Mix mode TRIM : Trim mode Function SW ESC-MD The function select switch screen (P65) can be dis-

played from this screen. 1 (Dual ESC setting) Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the function by pressing the (+) or (-) button. Function ON/OFF (MODE) INH, ACT Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons.

"INH"

"ACT"

: Function OFF

: Function ON 74 Dual ESC mixing "DUAL ESC"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 74 2013/04/07 12:48:14 The programmed DT button is used to select the drive type as shown in the gure below. 2 (Rear side travel adjustment) Select the setting item "RATE" the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use when applying a rotation difference to the front and rear wheels by adjusting the rear (CH4) motor con-

troller travel with the (+) or (-) button. 3 (Mix mode setting) Select the setting item "MXMD" the (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the mix mode with the (+) or (-) button.

"OFF"

"ON"

: CH2 EXP function and other settings are not mixed.

: CH2 EXP function and other settings are mixed. 4 (Trim mode setting) Select the setting item "TRIM" the (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the trim mode with the (+) or (-) button.

"OFF"

"ON"

: Front side (CH2) trim data is not included.

: Front side (CH2) trim data is included. 5 When ending, return to the MENU screen by moving the cur-

sor to the positions other than SW/DIAL and pressing the

(JOG) button. Rear rate (RATE) 0 ~ 120 Initial value:100 Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). Mixing mode (MXMD) OFF, ON Initial value: OFF Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Trim mode (TRIM) OFF, ON Initial value: OFF Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. F u n c t i o n Dial / Trim Setting The function select dial function can control the 4th channels ESC (Rear side) rate

(RATE) with digital dial or digital trim, using the function select switch dial function.

(See page 65) Note:

As this function drives 2 separate motor controllers simultaneously, a mutual load is applied. Use this function carefully so that the motor controllers are not damaged. Fut-

aba will not be responsible for motor controller, motor, and other vehicle trouble due to use of this function. Dual ESC mixing "DUAL ESC"

75 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 75 2013/04/07 12:48:15 Gyro Mixing "GYRO MIX"

(Steering system) This function is a remote gain function which adjusts the sensitivity of the Futaba car rate gyro at the T4PLS side, and is mixing that uses the 3rd CH to adjust the gyro sensi-

tivity. When using the T4PLS by switching the AVCS and normal modes use SW1 with the function select switch function (p.65). For a description of the car rate gyro mounting method and handling, refer to the rate gyro instruction manual. Setting Special mixings When the 3rd CH was set to ACT at Brake Mixing (p.68) or when 4WS Mixing (p.72) is used, Gyro mixing cannot be used. Dial / Trim Setting The gain amount can be adjusted by using the function switch dial function (p.65). Display "GYRO MIX" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(GYRO MIX screen) Press Select

"GYRO MIX"

Press Press Press AVCS / NORMAL Modes The gyro has 2 operating modes: NORMAL mode and AVCS mode. In the AVCS mode, the angle is con-

trolled simultaneously with NORMAL mode rate control (swing speed). The AVCS mode increases straight running stability more than that of the NORMAL mode. Because the feel of operation is different, choose your favorite mode. NORMAL Countersteers against out-

side force, but cannot cor-

rect the skid direction. AVCS Corrects the skidding direc-

tion and forcefully main-

tains the heading. Outside force Outside force F u n c t i o n 76 Gyro mixing "GYRO MIX"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 76 2013/04/07 12:48:16 Gyro mixing adjustment

(Preparation)

- Refer to the gyro instruction manual and connect the gyro to the receiver. When using remote gain, connect gyro sensi-

tivity adjustment to the 3rd CH of the receiver.

- When using gyro mixing by switching between the NORM

(normal) and AVCS modes, use the function select switch di-

al function (p.65) to set the switch to be used. 1 (Gyro mixing setting) Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the function by pressing the (+) or (-) button.

"INH"

"NORM"

"AVCS"

"SEL"

: Function OFF

:NORMAL mode gain

:AVCS mode gain

:Switching Normal mode and AVCS mode

(Displayed <NO SW> when the Gyro Mode SW is not used.) Setup items MODE : Gyro mode NORM : Normal mode gain AVCS : AVCS mode gain Function SW GYRO SW type ALT Function selection (MODE) INH, NORM, AVCS, SEL Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Shows the gyro mode se-

lect switch mode. Displayed when the Gyro Mode SW is not used.

"NORM" mode

"AVCS" mode

"SELE" mode 2 (NORMAL side gain adjustment) Select the setting item "NORM" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Adjust the NORMAL side gain with the (+) or (-) button.

(AVCS side gain adjustment) Select the setting item "AVCS" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Adjust the AVCS side gain with the (+) or (-) button. 3 When ending, return to the MENU screen by moving the cur-

sor to the positions other than SW/DIAL and pressing the

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n The function select switch screen (P65) can be dis-

played from this screen. NORMAL / AVCS gain

(NORM / AVCS) 0 ~ 120 Initial value:30 Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. Gyro mixing "GYRO MIX"

77 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 77 2013/04/07 12:48:16 CPS Mixing "CPS MIX"

This function controls the Futaba CPS-1 channel power switch. Normally, when using the CPS-1 unit to light the vehicle dress-up and other illumina-

tion (LED) the CPS-1 unit with LED connected is connected to a vacant switch channel and the LEDs are turned on and off by switch while the vehicle is running. However, when the CPS-1 mixing (CPS MIX) function is used, the LED can be turned on and off

Setting Special mixings When the 4th CH was set to ACT at Brake Mixing (p.68) or when Dual ESC Mixing

(p.78) is used, CPS mixing cannot be used. Display "CPS MIX" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(CPS MIX screen) Press Select

"CPS MIX"

Press Press Press Setup items

: ON/OFF position MODE : Function ON/OFF, control mode POSI TYPE : ON/OFF type TCYCL : Flashing speed F u n c t i o n CPS mixing adjustment

(Preparation)

- Connect the CPS-1 to the 4th CH of the receiver.

- When the LEDs are turned on and off by switch, use the function select switch dial function (p.65) to set the switch to be used. Function SW CH4 78 Gyro mixing "CPS MIX"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 78 2013/04/07 12:48:17 1 (Control system setup) Operate the (JOG) button up and down and select the setting item "CTRL". Use the (+) or (-) button and select the function.

: Function OFF

"INH"

"CH4 FUNC" : ON/OFF by switch set at the 4th CH

"STR NT"

"STR END"

"THR NT"

"THR FWD"

"THR BRK"

"TH NT+BK" : ON at throttle neutral and back (brake) sides

: ON at steering neutral

: ON at both sides of steering

: ON at throttle neutral

: ON at throttle forward side

: ON at throttle back (brake) side 2 (ON/OFF switching position selection) Select the setting item "POSI" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button and select the ON/OFF position. Since the ON/OFF state is displayed at the right side of the setting item "CTRL", setting can be conrmed while operating the function to be controlled (for example, throttle). Function selection (MODE) INH, CH4 FUNC, STR NTR, STR END, THR NT, THR FWD, THR BRK, TH NT+BK Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Shows the ON/OFF state ON/OFF Position (POSI) 5 ~ 95 Initial value: 50 3 (ON/OFF type setup) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button and select the type of LED lighting. Normal ON/Off type or ashing can be se-

lected. Function selection (TYPE) NORMAL, FLASH Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Flashing cycle (CYCL) 1 ~ 100 Initial value:50 Adjust button

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) but-

tons simultaneously for about 1 second. F u n c t i o n

"NORMAL" : Normal ON/OFF type

"FLASH"

: Flashing display 4 (Flashing cycle setting) When ashing type "FLASH" was selected at the setting item

"TYPE" the ashing speed (cycle) can be set. Select the setting item "CYCL" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button and select the ash-

ing speed (cycle). 5 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. Gyro mixing "CPS MIX"

79 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 79 2013/04/07 12:48:17

(Throttle system) Throttle Mode "TH MODE"

This menu has the following 4 functions:

- Servo neutral mode, which sets the throttle neutral ratio to 7:3 or 5:5

- Idle up, which raises the idling speed when starting the engine to improve engine start-

ing performance of a gasoline car (boat)

- Neutral brake, which applies the brakes at the neutral position of the throttle trigger

- Throttle off (engine cut), which stops the engine of a boat, etc. by operating the throttle servo to the low side regardless of the position of the throttle trigger. Display "TH MODE" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(TH MODE screen) Press Select

"TH MODE"

Press Press Press Setup items SXNT Throttle servo neutral position IDLUP Idle-Up rate NTBRK Neutral brake rate THOFF Throttle off (engine cut) position Throttle servo neutral position "SXNT"

-This function allows selection of the forward side and brake (reverse) side operation ra-

tio from 7:3 or 5:5 by changing the neutral position of the throttle servo. F5/B5 F7/B3 F u n c t i o n Forward side Brake side Forward side Brake side 5 : 5 7 : 3 Selecting the throttle servo neutral position 1 (Mode selection) Select the setting item "SXNT" by (JOG) button. Select "F5/

B5" or "F7/B3" by (+) or (-) button.

"F5/B5"

"F7/B3"

=Forward 50% : Back50%

=Forward 70% : Back30%

2 When ending, return to the MENU screen by moving the cur-

sor to the positions other than SW/DIAL and pressing the

(JOG) button Mode selection (SXNT) F5/B5, F7/B3 Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. 80 Throttle Mode "TH MODE"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 80 2013/04/07 12:48:18 Idle-Up "IDLUP"

This is a function select switch dial function. The idle up ON/OFF switch must be set.

(P65) This function is used to improve engine starting performance by raising the idling speed when starting the engine of a gasoline car (boat). It is also effective when you want to prevent the braking when the power was turned off during running, due to the effect of your gear ratio setting and choice of motor when operating an electric car. However, considering safety, and to prevent the motor from rotating instantly when the power was

setting the idle up function switch to ON. Operation The throttle neutral position is offset to the forward side or brake side. There is no link-

age locking, etc. because there is no change near the maximum operation angle even when the neutral position is offset by this function. Operation Display While this function is ON, the LED blinks.

< NO SW >

If functions ON/OFF switch is not selected, <NO SW>

is displayed. The function select switch dial screen (p.65) can be displayed from this screen. If the power switch is turned on while the idle-up switch is on, an audible alarm will be heard. Immediately set the Idle-Up switch to OFF. Warning display Idle-Up function adjustment

(Preparation)

- Use the function select switch dial to select the switch. (p.65) 1 (Idle-Up rate) Select the setting item "IDLUP" by the (JOG) button. Use the

(+) and (-) buttons to set the Idle-Up rate. 2 When ending, return to the MENU screen by moving the cur-

sor to the positions other than SW/DIAL and pressing the

(JOG) button Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. F u n c t i o n Idle-Up rate (IDLUP) D50 ~ D1, 0, U1 ~ U50 Initial value: 0

"D": Brake side

"U": Forward side Dial / Trim Setting The function select dial function can control the Idle-up rate with digital dial or digital trim. (See page 65) Throttle Mode "TH MODE"

81 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 81 2013/04/07 12:48:18 Neutral Brake "NTBRK"

This is a function select switch dial function. The neutral brake function ON/OFF switch must be set. (P65) The neutral brake, which applies the brakes at the neutral position of the throttle trigger,

set is in the operation mode before setting the neutral brake function switch to ON, the same as the idle up function (P81). In addition, when the idle up function or throttle off function (P83) is set, this function has a higher priority than the neutral brake function. Reference The ESC neutral brake function and T4PLS neutral brake function can be used simul-

one neutral brake function be used. Dial / Trim Setting When the neutral brake function is "ON", the neutral brake rate adjustment is auto-

matically assigned to the throttle trim (DT1/2/3/4 or DL1). Operation display An LED blinks while the neutral brake function is active.

< NO SW >

I f f u n c t i o n s O N / O F F switch is not selected,

<NO SW> is displayed. The function select switch screen (p.65) can be dis-

played from this screen. If the power switch is turned on while the neu-

tral brake switch is on, an audible alarm will be heard. Immediately set the neutral brake switch to OFF. Warning display F u n c t i o n Neutral Brake function adjustment

(Preparation)

- Use the function select switch dial to select the switch. (p.65) 1 (Neutral brake rate) Select the setting item "NTBRK" by the (JOG) button. Use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the neutral brake rate. 2 When ending, return to the MENU screen by moving the cur-

sor to the positions other than SW/DIAL and pressing the

(JOG) button Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Brake rate (NTBRK) 0 ~ B100 Initial value: 0 Effect of set value of other functions on neutral brake Throttle side EPA function, or ATL function setting, also affects neutral brake side operation. 82 Throttle Mode "TH MODE"

4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 82 2013/04/07 12:48:18 Throttle Off (engine cut) "THOFF"

This is a function select switch dial function. The throttle off function ON/OFF switch must be set. The engine cut function stops the engine of a boat, etc. by operating the throttle servo to the slow side by switch regardless of the position of the throttle trigger and the setting of other functions (reverse function setting is effective). Dial / Trim Setting The function select dial function can control the throttle-off position can be controlled with digital dial or digital trim. (See page 65) Operation display An LED blinks while the neutral brake function is active.

< NO SW >

I f f u n c t i o n s O N / O F F switch is not selected,

<NO SW> is displayed. The function select switch screen (p.65) can be dis-

played from this screen. If the power switch is turned on while the throttle-off switch is on, an audible alarm will be heard. Immediately set the neutral brake switch to OFF. Warning display Engine Cut function adjustment

(Preparation)

- Use the function select switch dial to select the switch. (p.65) 1 (Preset position setup)

- Select the setting item "THOFF" by the (JOG) button. Use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the preset position of the throt-

tlle servo. 2 When ending, return to the MENU screen by moving the cur-

sor to the positions other than SW/DIAL and pressing the

(JOG) button Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). Preset position (THOFF) 0 ~ B100 Initial value: 0 F u n c t i o n

Caution

Always operate carefully before using this function. While switch with preset function set is in the ON state, the servo (motor controller) is locked in the preset posi-

tion and does not operate even if the throttle trigger is operated. If the servo was operated at the wrong setting, you may lose control of the car (boat). Throttle Mode "TH MODE"

83 4PLS-Eng-08-2-Function-P65-83.indd 83 2013/04/07 12:48:18 ESC Link Function "MC LINK"

This is a special function which lets you set the contents of the Link software which performs Futaba speed controller (ESC), MC960CR, MC940CR, MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR, etc. variable frequency and other data changes at the T4PLS transmitter. However, some data changes require a PC and Link soft-

ware. This function is used by connecting ESC directly to the transmitter. The T4PLS power switch is used at the display side. Use the various optional servo ex-

tension cords according to the distance between the transmitter and ESC. The last data read from ESC to T4PLS or the last data written from T4PLS to ESC is saved to the T4PLS. Since the data for each model memory can be saved, the data of up to 40 models can be saved.

-When the T4PLS battery voltage drops, the display switches to low battery display. Therefore, use this function when there is ample battery capacity remaining.

-Also connect the battery at the ESC side.

-Note: Do not read to the T4PLS an MC940/960CR whose speed was set to over 99990rpm by Link software side Boost An-

gle rpm setting. Connection diagram Communication port ESC receiver connector Connecting ESC receiver connector to the transmitter Communication port F u n c t i o n

(DISP MENU screen)

(MC LINK screen) Select

"MC LINK"

Press Press Using the ESC Link function

(Preparation) MC402CR MC602C MC851C MC950CR

-Connect the T4PLS and ESC in accordance with the connection diagram, and connect the battery to ESC. 1 Set the transmitter power switch to the display side (DISP). Display the MC LINK function screen in the above manner. MC960CR MC940CR 2 (ESC read) Execute this function to read the connected ESC type and the data currently set at the amp. To save the ESC data to the T4PLS, rewrite the read data. When you want to write the data saved in the T4PLS to an ESC of the same type, exe-

cute the following "WRITE"(write) without executing "READ"(read). 84 ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 84 2013/04/08 9:10:18 a -Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button, and select "READ" by (+) or (-) button. b -Select the setting item "EXEC:+/-" by the (JOG) button, and press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for 1 second or longer.

-"COMPLETE!" blinks on the screen and the ESC type and currently set con-

tents are read.

- If "LINK ERROR" blinks on the screen, communication with the amp is not being performed normally. Check the T4PLS and ESC connection and the battery connection to ESC and the ESC power switch and repeat steps a b. 3 (Writing to ESC) Execute this function to write the setting data to ESC. See pages 84~85 for the setting data contents. a -Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button, and select "WRITE" by (+) or (-) button. b -Select the setting item "EXEC:+/-" by the (JOG) button, and press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for 1 second or longer.

-"COMPLETE!" blinks on the screen and the setting data is written to ESC. If "LINK ERROR" blinks on the screen, communication with the amp is not being performed normally. Check the T4PLS and ESC connection and the battery connection to ESC and the ESC power switch and repeat steps a b. In addition, if (NO DATA) is displayed on the T4PLS screen, "WRITE" cannot be selected because there is no setting data to be written.

- Different type ESC data cannot be written. If writing is attempted, "TYPE ERROR" will link on the screen to show that the ESC type is wrong. 4 (Initialization) This function writes the MC setting data set at the factory to the connected MC and T4PLS. Perform "READ" before per-

forming initialization. a -Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button, and select "RESET" with the (+) or (-) button. b -Select the setting item "EXEC:+/-" by the (JOG) button, and press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for approxi-

mately 1 second

- "COMPLETE!" blinks on the screen and the initial data is written to the ESC. If "LINK ERROR" blinks, communication with the amp was not performed normally. Check the T4PLS and ESC connection and the battery connection to ESC and the ESC power switch, and repeat steps a b. In addition, when

(NO DATA) is displayed on the T4PLS screen "RESET" cannot be selected because there is no write initial data. F u n c t i o n ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

85 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 85 2013/04/08 9:10:18 ESC function setup (MC601/602/850/851C, 401/402/950CR) 1 Select the setting item by the (JOG) button. Set the value by (+) and (-) button. Setup item selection

- Select by the (JOG) button. The currently set item is displayed here. The item indicated by the reverse displayed cursor is selected. Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). Setup item MIn-(PWM FREC MIN LD) 100Hz~10000Hz (10kHz) MC950CR:500Hz~30000Hz (30kHz) Same as Link software PWM frequency (at Min. load), MIn sets the "0"A PWM frequency at minimum load. MAX-(PWM FREC MAX LD) 100Hz~10000Hz (10kHz) MC950CR:500Hz~30000Hz (30kHz) Same as Link software PWM frequency (at Max. load). MAX sets the PWM frequency at maximum load at the output cur-

rent limit value set by Current Limiter. BRK-(PWM FREC BRK LD) nOR(2000Hz)/ HIG(1000Hz)/ SPH(500Hz) MC950CR:500Hz~30000Hz (30kHz) Same as Link software Brake PWM at frequency. This setting can set the brake PWM frequency. F u n c t i o n nTB-(NEUTRAL BRAKE) 0%(OFF)~100%

Same as Link software Neutral Brake. Make this setting when you want to use the brakes at the neutral throttle (OFF) position by throttle operation. The larger this value, the greater the braking force. When you want to use the neutral brake, set this value to "0%". CLM-(CURRENT LIMIT) 50A~300A (MC950CR:50A~300A), OFF Same as Link software Current Limiter. Current Limiter sets the current value at maximum load here. Since setting of the MAX is based on the output current limit value set by Current Limiter, Current Limiter does not have to be turned OFF except when a current exceeding 300A is generated.

"MIn" which sets the frequency when the load is small, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when extension is desired after straight-

aways and curves.

"MAX" which sets the frequency when the load is large, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when you want to suppress the rise from low speed and when motor heating and commutator roughness are sensed. When the rise from low speed is poor, and becomes bad even when "MAX" is set to the low frequency side, use the log data to check if there was a momentary voltage drop. When you want to suppress the overall power, lengthen the run time, and otherwise improve efciency, set both "MAX" and "MIn" to the high frequency side. When you want to set a xed PWM frequency at full range regardless of the load current, set PWM frequency (at Max. load) and PWM frequency (at Min. load) to the same value. 86 ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 86 2013/04/08 9:10:19 LBP-(LOW BATTERY VOLT) 2.5V~6V 2.5V~7.5V for MC950CR Same as Link software Low Bat Protection This setting cuts off the output to the motor when the running battery voltage drops to the set volt-

age to prevent the receiver from stopping operation when the supply of voltage to the receiver becomes in sufcient while running due to a drop in the pow-

er supply voltage. When the power supply voltage recovers, power is supplied to the motor once more. DBA-(DEAD BAND) 2s~50s Same as Link software Dead Band. This sets the range (neutral point range) over which the ESC does not respond to transmitter throttle operation. The larger the set value, the wider this range. Position at which motor star ts to run Dead Band Point at which brakes start taking effect Throttle neutral position CTM-(C.L. TIME LIMIT) 50A~300A /CLT-(C.L. TIMER) 0sec(OFF)~240sec

(except MC950CR) Same as Link software Current Limiter (Time Limit)/Current Limit timer. The output current can be limited up to the set time lapse from the start of run-

ning. This is effective in preventing the motor from outputting wasted energy when the voltage is high immediately after the power battery was recharged.

- "CTM" (Time Limit) sets the maximum output current within the time the out-

put current is limited.

- "CLT" sets the time the output current is limited. This function is disabled when set to "0" sec. Since the Current Limit Timer starts when the throttle is operated to the for-

ward side and current is output to the motor, this function begins to operate when the motor is run during trim adjustment, etc. FWB-(FORWARD BOOST) 0~100 (except MC850C) Same as Link software Forward Boost Operation near the throttle trigger (stick) neu-

tral position becomes a sharp rise. 100 50 0 100

50 0 BMD-(BRAKE MAX DUTY) 0%~100%

Same as Link software Brake Max. Duty. This setting can set the braking force between the neutral point and Max brake point. The larger this value, the greater the braking force. When set to "0%", the brakes are not effective. RMD-(REVERSE MAX DUTY) w/back only 0%~100%

Same as Link software Reverse Max. Duty This setting can set the reverse power between the neutral point and Max reverse point. The larger this value, the greater the reverse power. When set to "0%", the reverses are not effective. FWB "50"

FWB "0"

Forward operation T h r o t t l e r e s p o n s e F u n c t i o n i B r a k n g f o r c e R e v e r s e P o w e r Brake (Reverse) operation MC950CR only setup item Same as Link software Reverse Cancel. REV-(REV CANCEL) BRk /REV When set to BRk, reverse operation is not performed. LA-(LEAD ANGLE) 0~1500 The lead angle of the motor can be set at the MC950CR side. However, we recommend that it normally be set to "0". Since this setting is premised on setting by referring to the speed log by the Link software, independent use of the MC LINK function of the T4PLS is recommended. Same as Link software Lead Angle. ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

87 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 87 2013/04/08 9:10:20 ESC function setup (MC940CR, MC960CR) 1 Select the setting item by the (JOG) button. Set the value by (+) and (-) button. Operate the following (JOG) button and switch between Page1 and Page2 of the setup screen. Setup item selection

- Select by the (JOG) button. Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). To right side on Page2 The cursor positions

"EXEC +/-"

Page1 Page2 To left side on Page1 Setup item MIn-(PWM FREC MIN LD) 1kHz(1000Hz)~30kHz (30000Hz) Same as Link software PWM frequency (at Min. load), MIn sets the "0"A PWM frequency at minimum load. Page1 MAX-(PWM FREC MAX LD) 1kHz(1000Hz)~30kHz (30000Hz) Same as Link software PWM frequency (at Max. load). MAX sets the PWM frequency at maximum load at the output cur-

rent limit value set by Current Limiter. BRK-(PWM FREC BRK LD) 1kHz(1000Hz)~30kHz (30000Hz) Same as Link software Brake PWM at frequency. This setting can set the brake PWM frequency. F u n c t i o n nTB-(NEUTRAL BRAKE) 0%(OFF)~100%

Same as Link software Neutral Brake. Make this setting when you want to use the brakes at the neutral throttle (OFF) position by throttle operation. The larger this value, the greater the braking force. When you want to use the neutral brake, set this value to "0%". CLM-(CURRENT LIMIT) 50A~500A Same as Link software Current Limiter. Current Limiter sets the current value at maximum load here. Since setting of the MAX is based on the output current limit value set by Current Limiter, Current Limiter does not have to be turned OFF except when a current exceeding 300A is generated. 88 ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

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"MIn" which sets the frequency when the load is small, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when extension is desired after straight-

aways and curves.

"MAX" which sets the frequency when the load is large, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when you want to suppress the rise from low speed and when motor heating and commutator roughness are sensed. When the rise from low speed is poor, and becomes bad even when "MAX" is set to the low frequency side, use the log data to check if there was a momentary voltage drop. When you want to suppress the overall power, lengthen the run time, and otherwise improve efciency, set both "MAX" and "MIn" to the high frequency side. When you want to set a xed PWM frequency at full range regardless of the load current, set PWM frequency (at Max. load) and PWM frequency (at Min. load) to the same value. LBP-(LOW BATTERY VOLT) 2.5V~7.5V Same as Link software Low Bat Protection This setting cuts off the output to the motor when the running battery voltage drops to the set voltage to pre-

vent the receiver from stopping operation when the supply of voltage to the receiver becomes in sufcient while running due to a drop in the power supply voltage. When the power supply voltage recovers, power is supplied to the motor once more. DBA-(DEAD BAND) 2s~50s Same as Link software Dead Band. This sets the range (neutral point range) over which the ESC does not respond to transmitter throttle operation. The larger the set value, the wider this range. Page1 Position at which motor star ts to run Dead Band Point at which brakes start taking effect Throttle neutral position REV-(REV CANCEL) BRk /REV Same as Link software Reverse Cancel. When set to BRk, reverse operation is not performed. BMD-(BRAKE MAX DUTY) 0%~100%

Same as Link software Brake Max. Duty. This setting can set the braking force between the neutral point and Max brake point. The larger this value, the greater the braking force. When set to "0%", the brakes are not effective. RMD-(REVERSE MAX DUTY) w/back only 0%~100%

Same as Link software Reverse Max. Duty This setting can set the reverse power between the neutral point and Max reverse point. The larger this value, the greater the reverse power. When set to "0%", the reverses are not effective. 100

50 0 B r a k n g i f o r c e R e v e r s e P o w e r Brake (Reverse) operation BKS-(BRAKE SLOPE) 0~300 (Only when used TBM-LEV2) Same as Link software Brake Slope. This function adjusts the braking effect when the throttle was returned (throttle off). It cancels operation like that called engine brake of actual vehicles. BEC-(BEC VOLT) 6.0V /7.4V Same as Link software BEC Volt. The receiver BEC voltage can be selected from 60V and 74V. Match the voltage to the rating of the servo connected to the same receiver. This BEC voltage cannot output a voltage higher than the input voltage. Page1 F u n c t i o n ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

89 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 89 2013/04/08 9:10:21 Page1 TBM-(TURBO MODE) OFF /LV1 /LV2 Same as Link software Turbo Mode This function sets the turbo mode. More power can be displayed by using the turbo mode. Depending on the setting, the motor and ESC may be damaged so make this setting carefully.

(Note) When LAU (LEAD ANGLE USE) is off, lead angle setting will not operate even if set to LEV1 or LEV2.

(Turbo mode disabled, TBM=OFF) OFF mode: (No Lead Angle mode) Lead angle - No When used in races in which the lead angle setting function is inhibited by ESC, set to this mode. The lead angle function is disabled the same as if LAU (LEAD ANGLE USE) was turned off. When the lead angle function was disabled by the method described above, the MC960CR shows that the lead angle function is off by blinking a blue LED at an ON 0.1 second, OFF 0.9 second cycle at the neutral point. LV1 turbo mode: (Lead Angle mode) Lead angle Yes The output can be increased by setting a lead angle. Depending on the set value, the motor may be damaged so increase the lead angle value in steps from a small value while observing the conditions. Turn on LAU (Lead Angle Use) and adjust the lead angle by LA-(LEAD ANGLE) and A, B, C, D, E BA-(A, B, C, D, E BOOST ANGLE) value. LV2 power mode: (Power Mode) Lead angle Yes Displays still more power than a turbo. However, since even a motor applies a large load on the ESC, make the lead angle larger in steps from a small value while observing the conditions. Turn on LAU (LEAD ANGLE USE) and adjust the lead angle by LA-(LEAD ANGLE) and A, B, C, D, E BA-(A, B, C, D, E BOOST ANGLE) value. When "LAU" (LEAD ANGLE USE) is turned on "LA" (LEAD ANGLE) is the lead angle can be set. In addition, the "BOOST ANGLE" and "BOOST ANGLE RPM" can be set. F u n c t i o n

"LAU"

turned on

"LA" (LEAD ANGLE) is displayed and the lead angle can be set. The BOOST ANGLE and BOOST ANGLE RPM which can set the lead angle of 5 points relative to the speed. Page2 Page2 90 ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 90 2013/04/08 9:10:21 LAU-(LEAD ANGLE USE) ON /OFF Same as Link software Lead Angle Use This function is effective when TBM (Turbo Mode) is LEV1 or LEV2 and sets whether or not lead angle is used. This setting has priority over the TURBO MODE setting. When using in races in which the lead angle func-

tion is inhibited by the ESC set this function to OFF. OFF ON

: Lead angle function not used.

: Lead angle used LA-(LEAD ANGLE) 0~59deg Same as Link software Lead Angle When LAU (LEAD ANGLE USE) is turned on the motor lead angle can be set at the MC960CR. The lead angle can be set up to 59 degrees in 1 degree increments. A,B,C,D,E BA-(A,B,C,D,E BOOST ANGLE) 0~59deg Same as Link software Boost Angle A,B,C,D,E RPM-(A,B,C,D,E BOOST ANGLE RPM) 0~99990rpm Same as Link software Boost Angle rpm When LAU (LEAD ANGLE USE) is turned on the lead angle versus motor speed of the 5 points A to E can be set. The lead angle can be set up to 59 degrees in 1 degree increments. Note: Do not read to the T4PLS an MC940/960CR whose speed was set to over 99990rpm by Link software side Boost Angle rpm setting. Page2 The LA-(LEAD ANGLE) and A, B, C, D, E BA- (A, B, C, D, E BOOST ANGLE) relationship is shown on the graphs below. Graph [A] shows the relationship when the same value is set at points A, B, C, D, E BA-

(A, B, C, D, E BOOST ANGLE) of [A] and [B] and the LA-(LEAD ANGLE) was set to "0" and graph [B]

shows the relationship when a value other than "0" was set at LA-(LEAD ANGLE). As shown in the graphs, [B] is added to the A, B, C, D, E BA-(A, B, C, D, E BOOST ANGLE) set lead an-

gle and [A] is added to the LA-(LEAD ANGLE) set lead angle. For example, if "3" is set at ABA and LA of [B]

is set to "2", the actual ABA becomes 3+2=5 (deg). Since LA of [A] is "0", the actual ABA also becomes 3+0=3 (deg). Lead Angle(deg) A (LA ="0") Lead Angle(deg) B (LA >"0") AnG(E) AnG(D) AnG(C) AnG(B) AnG(A) AnG(E) AnG(D) AnG(C) AnG(B) AnG(A) LA F u n c t i o n RPM(A) RPM(B) RPM(C) RPM(D) RPM(E) RPM(A) RPM(B) RPM(C) RPM(D) RPM(E) rpm rpm When using in races in which the lead angle setting function is inhibited by the ESC, set LAU (LEAD ANGLE USE) to OFF. The LAU setting has priority over TBM-(TURBO MODE). If LAU is set to

"OFF", the lead angle setting function can be turned off even if TBM is set to "LV1" or "LV2". The MC940,960CR shows that the lead angle setting function is OFF ("0" timing) by blinking a LED. ESC Link Function "MC LNK"

91 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 91 2013/04/08 9:10:22 Data Transfer "MDL TRANS"

This function copies the model memory data of one T4PLS to another T4PLS. Connect the communication port of both T4PLS with the optional DSC cord for T4PK. Use with this function with the T4PLS power switch at the display side. Note: If the T4PLS battery voltage drops, the display switches to low battery display. Therefore, use this function when there is ample battery capacity remaining. Note: Since the receiving side writes the new contents of the currently selected model memory, always check the model number before executing this function. Data is not interchangeable with another type of transmitter. Communication port Connect the communication port of both T4PLS with the optional DSC cord. DSC cord for T4PK (option) Display "MDL TRANS" screen by with the T4PLS power switch at the display side and following method:

(DISP MENU screen)

(MDL TRANS screen) Press Select

"MDL TRANS"

F u n c t i o n Press Using the Data Transfer function

(Preparation)

- Connect the communication port of both transmitters with the optional DSC cord for T4PK. 1 Set the power switch of both transmitters to the display (DISP) side. Use the (JOG) button and (+) button to display the "MDL-

TRN" at both transmitter. 92 Data Transfer "MDL TRANS"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 92 2013/04/08 9:10:23 2 (Select the setting item )

"MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down op-

eration, and select the transfer side and re-

ceive side by (+) or (-) button.

"TRAN":Data transfer side

"RECV":Data receive side 3 (Data transfer execution) Select the setting item "EXEC" by (JOG) but-

ton up or down operation of both transmitter. First, press the receive side "RECV" trans-

mitter (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously. The message "RCV WAIT.." appears and count down begins. Mode selection

"TRANSFER" "RECEIVE"

Setup item selection

- Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. Mode change button

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. Transfer execution button

- (+) and (-) buttons pressed simultaneously for about 1 second. 30 seconds wait is displayed on the receive side screen. Within 30 seconds, press the transfer side "TRANS" trans-

mitter (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously. (If data transfer is not executed within 30 seconds, an error will be displayed at the receive side "RECV" transmitter.)

"COMPLELE!" is displayed.

-"COMPLETE!" is displayed on the screen of the receive side "RECV" transmitter and data transfer is ended.

-If "RCV ERROR!" is displayed on the screen of the receive side "RECEIVE" transmitter, da-

ta transfer was not performed normally. Check the connection and repeat steps 1 3. Since the transfer side "TRANS" transmitter only sends, "COMPLETE!" is displayed even when data transfer was not performed normally. Data transfer can also be canceled before the end of transfer by operating the (JOG) button at a T4PLS that is waiting to receive data. When ending, return to the DISP MENU screen by pressing the (JOG) button.

"RCV ERROR!" is displayed. F u n c t i o n

"CANCEL" is displayed. Data Transfer "MDL TRANS"

93 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 93 2013/04/08 9:10:23 Timer Function "TIMER"

Use the timer by selecting one of the three timers UP TIMER, DOWN TIMER, and LAP TIMER. Display "PTIMER" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(TIMER screen) Press Select

"TIMER"

Press TIMER Disply Press Press UP TIMER FUEL DOWN TIMER LAP TIMER UP TIMER function F u n c t i o n Up timer function

- This function can be used to count the time between start and stop, etc.

- The timer repeatedly starts and stops each time the switch is pressed and accumulates the time between each start and stop. When the count reach-

es 99 minutes 99 seconds, the count returns to 00 minutes 00 seconds and is repeated.

- The passage of time is announced by sounding of a buzzer (beep) each minute after starting.

- Alarm

- Prealarm :Alarm advance announcement sound. Beeping begins 5 seconds before the alarm.(beeps)

:Beep sounds at the set time (minute).

- After starting, the timer continues to count and can be stopped by switch even when the LCD switches to another screen. 94 Timer Function "TIMER"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 94 2013/04/08 9:10:24 FUEL DOWN TIMER function Fuel down timer function

- This function is primarily used to check the refueling time of a gasoline car. (The remaining time is displayed.)

- Each time the switch is pressed, the timer is restarted and the set time is reset. The start time becomes the alarm set time. (When counted down to 00 minute 00 second, the down timer becomes an up timer.)

- The down timer can be initially started by throttle trigger.

- The passing of time is indicated by sounding of a buzzer (beep) each minute after starting.

- Alarm

- Prealarm :Alarm advance announcement sound. Beeping begins 5 seconds before the alarm.(beeps)

:A beep sounds at the set time (minute).

- After starting, the timer continues to count even if the LCD switches to another screen. LAP TIMER Lap timer function

- Each lap time can be memorized by switch operation. (100 laps)

- The race time can be set. Switch operation after the time set by alarm has elapsed automatically stops the timer. The passing of time is indicat-

ed by sounding of a buzzer (beep) each minute after starting.

-Alarm Prealarm :Alarm advance announcement sound. Sounding begins 5 seconds before

:Beep sounds at the set time. the alarm. (beeps)

- The lap timer can be initially started by throttle trigger.

(LAP TIMER operation)

- The lap timer is started by switch or throttle trigger. F u n c t i o n

- Number of laps (LAP): After starting, the timer is counted up and the lap time blinks for 3 seconds each time the switch is pressed. To prevent erroneous counting, switch operation is not accepted during this period. When 1 lap exceeds 10 minutes, counting is repeated from 0.

- Lap list: Up to 10 lap times are memorized beginning from lap list 1. After lap memory "No.100", op-

eration returns to lap memory "No.1" and the lap memories are overwritten.

- The lap time data memorized in the lap memories can be checked with the lap list screen (p.92). The entire lap list data is cleared the next time the lap timer is started.

- TIME: For the rst 3 seconds, the preceding lap time is displayed. After that the current lap time is displayed. Timer Function "TIMER"

95 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 95 2013/04/08 9:10:24 Timer screen Time display Minute display (m) Second display (s) 1/100 second display Racing timer type selection

(Preparation) Assign the "TIMER" switch using the function select switch

(p.65). 1 (Racing timer type selection) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button. Use the

(+) or (-) button and set the racing timer type. Timer selection (TYPE) UP DOWN LAP

: Up timer

: Down timer

: Lap timer 2 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n Timer selection First, select the type of timer at the "TYPE" item. The setup screen varies depending on the type of timer. This gure shows the UP TIMER setup screen. Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running STP : Timer stopped Setup item selection

- Select by the (JOG) button. Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. 96 Timer Function "TIMER"

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(Preparation) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "UP". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "ALRM" by the (JOG) button and set the alarm time with the (+) or (-) button. 2 (Timer start/stop operation) Start the timer by pressing the switch ("TIMER") set by func-

tion select switch function. Stop the timer with the same switch ("TIMER") as start.

- Linking only start to the throttle trigger Select the setting item "RST" by the (JOG) button and press the (+) and (-) buttons simul-

taneously for approximately 1 second. When the set beeps and the status display switches from "RST" to blinking "RDY", the system en-

ters the trigger operation ready state. When the trigger is operated at the forward side, the timer starts. (Status display "RUN") If the (JOG) button is pressed while the timer is operating, the LCD returns to MENU2 screen. 3 (Timer reset operation) Select a status display ("RUN", "STP", or

"RDY") by the (JOG) button and press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for approxi-

mately 1 second. A beep is generated and

"RST" appears on the status display and the timer resets. Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Press the (+) and (-) buttons si-

multaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the HOME screen. Alarm time (ALRM) OFF, 1 ~ 99 m Initial value: 5 m Switches Time start / stop Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running STP : Timer stopped F u n c t i o n Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running STP : Timer stopped Timer Function "TIMER"

97 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 97 2013/04/08 9:10:25 Using the fuel down timer

(Preparation) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "DOWN". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "ALRM" by the (JOG) button and set the alarm time with the (+) or (-) button. Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Press the (+) and (-) buttons si-

multaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the HOME screen. Alarm time (ALRM) OFF, 1 ~ 99 m Initial value: 5 m 2 (Alarm start/restart operation) When the switch ("TIMER") set by function select switch function is pressed, the timer starts. When the same switch

("TIMER") is pressed while the timer is operating, the timer is reset and simultaneously restarted. (Restart) Switches Timer start / restart

- Linking only start to the throttle trigger Select the setting item "RST" by the (JOG) button and press the (+) and (-) buttons simul-

taneously for about 1 second. When the set beeps and the status display switches from

"RST" to blinking "RDY", the system enters the trigger operation ready state. When the trigger is operated at the forward side, the timer starts. (Status display "RUN") If the (JOG) button is pressed while the timer is operating, the LCD returns to MENU2 screen. 3 (Timer reset operation) Select a status display ("RUN") by the (JOG) button and press the (+) and (-) buttons simul-

taneously for approximately 1 second. A beep-

ing sound is generated and "RST" appears on the status display and the timer resets. F u n c t i o n Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running STP : Timer stopped Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running STP : Timer stopped 98 Timer Function "TIMER"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 98 2013/04/08 9:10:25 Using the Lap timer

(Preparation) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "LAP". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "ALRM" by the (JOG) button and set the alarm time with the (+) and

(-) buttons. 2 (Timer start/ lap count/ stop operation) When the switch (TIMER) set by function select switch func-

tion is pressed, the timer starts. At timer operation, the same switch becomes the lap switch and when the set time elaps-

es, the timer is stopped by the same switch (TIMER)

- Linking only start to the throttle trigger Select the setting item "RST" by the (JOG) button and press the (+) and (-) buttons simul-

taneously for about 1 second. When the set beeps and the status display switches from

"RST" to blinking "RDY", the system enters the trigger operation ready state. When the trigger is operated at the forward side, the tim-

er starts. (Status display "RUN") When the switch (TIMER) is pressed after the time set by alarm has elapsed, the timer stops and the lap time and total time are memorized. The status display becomes "GOAL". If the (JOG) button is pressed while the timer is operating, the LCD returns to MENU2 screen. 3 (Timer reset operation) Select a status display ("GOAL") by the (JOG) button and press the (+) and (-) buttons simul-

taneously for approximately 1 second. A beep-

ing sound is generated and "RST" appears on the status display and the timer resets.

- When reset operation was performed before the "ALRM"

set time had elapsed, the total time is not memorized.

- The lap memory data can be checked with the lap list

(P98) screen. Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Press the (+) and (-) buttons si-

multaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the HOME screen. Alarm time (ALRM) OFF, 1 ~ 99 m Initial value: 5 m Switches Timer start / Lap count Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running GOAL: Timer stopped F u n c t i o n Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running GOAL: Timer stopped Timer Function "TIMER"

99 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 99 2013/04/08 9:10:25 Lap List "LAP LIST"

The lap list is displayed when checking the lap memory data (lap times) memorized by lap timer (P99) operation.

- After the lap timer starts, the lap times are memorized sequentially each time the switch is operated.

orized and the total time after the last lap is automatically written.

- When the timer was stopped before the set ALRM time has elapsed, the total time is not memorized. Display "LAP LIST" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(LAP LIST screen) Press Press Lap memory No. display Press Select

"LAP LIST"

Press Total time display Lap time display Using the lap memory 1 (Lap memory check) When the (JOG) button is pressed, the list is scrolled every 10 laps and each lap time can be checked. F u n c t i o n 2 (Lap memory total data reset) Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for approximate-

ly 1 second. A beeping sound is generated and all the data is reset. Reset button

- Reset by pressing the (+) and

(-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second. 3 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. 100 Lap List "LAP LIST"

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The graphic liquid crystal screen display mode, buzzer sound and menu character mode, etc can be set.

- "CONTRA"---Liquid crystal screen contrast adjustment (20 steps)

- "BK-LHT"---Liquid crystal screen backlighting display mode setup

(OFF, ON at button operation, normally ON)

- "LHT-TM"---Setting of ON time (1~30 secs) when [ON at button operation] was selected above.

- "LHT-PM"---Liquid crystal screen backlighting brghtness adjustment (30 steps)

- "BATT"---Battery type setting (LiFe2/NiMH5/DRY4) The T4PLS can use an optional rechargeable battery. However, the battery alarm setting is dif-

ferent from that of the dry cell battery (alkaline battery recommended). Therefore, always set the battery type to match the power source used. If used with the incorrect setting, the normal low battery alarm function will not work and the sys-

tem may stop before a battery alarm is generated. The usage time may also become extremely short.

- "BUZZER"---Buzzer sound tone adjustment (OFF, 100 steps)

- "OPE-TM"---The power off forgotten alarm setting (OFF, 10 m)

- "MENU"---Item which displays the basic menu screen in katakana characters for Japanese use.

- "DISP"---HOME screen display mode setting (Telemetry data, Timer, Users name) Display "SYSTEM" screen by the following method:

(HOME screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(MENU 2 screen)

(SYSTEM screen) Press Press Press Select

"SYSTEM"

Press F u n c t i o n Setup items CONTRA BK-LHT LHT-TM LHT-PW BATT BUZZER OPE-TM MENU DISP

:Contrast

:Backlighting mode

:Backlighting time

:Backlighting brightness

:Battery type

:Buzzer tone

:Power off forgotten alarm

:Menu screen character

:HOME screen display mode System Functions "SYSTEM"

101 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 101 2013/04/08 9:10:27 System function setup 1 (Setting of each item)

(Adjusting the liquid crystal contrast) Select the setting item "CONTRA" by the (JOG) button, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the screen contrast.

- Adjust to an easy-to-see contrast. When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the (JOG) button.

(Setting the liquid crystal backlighting mode) Select the setting item "BK-LHT" by the (JOG) button, and select the mode by pressing the (+) or (-) button.

"KEY"

"ALL"

"OFF"

:Fixed time backlighting ON after button operated.

:Backlighting always ON

:Backlighting OFF When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the (JOG) button.

(Setting liquid crystal backlighting time) Select the setting item "LHT-TM" by the (JOG) button, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the ON time.

- When "KEY" is set at the preceding item, this ON time be-

comes effective. When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the (JOG) button.

(Setting liquid crystal backlighting brightness) Select the setting item "LHT-PW" by the (JOG) button, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the ON time.

-If too bright, the battery will be consumed. When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the (JOG) button. F u n c t i o n Adjustment buttons

- Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments.

- Press the (+) and (-) buttons si-

multaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the initial value. Contrast (CONTRA)

-10~0~+10 Initial value: 0 Backlight mode (BK-LHT) KEY, ALL, OFF Backlighting time (LHT-TM) 1~30 Initial value: 10 Backlighting brightness

(LHT-PW) 1~30 Initial value: 15 102 System Functions "SYSTEM"

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(Setting the battery type) Select the setting item "BATT" by the (JOG) button, and select the mode by pressing the

(+) or (-) button. When changing the battery type, press the (JOG) button after thorough-

ly checking whether or not the mistake was made again. An electronic beeping sound is generated and the setting is changed. Note: If the battery type is changed to the wrong setting, the low battery alarm will be generated immediately after the change and operation will become impossible. When the low battery alarm was generated, turn off the power and replace the bat-

tery with a fully charged battery or a new dry cell battery and then reset the battery type. Note: If used with the incorrect setting, a normal low battery alarm will not be gen-

erated and the system may stop before the battery alarm is generated. The usage time may also become extremely short.

"N5/L2"

"N5/L2"

"DRY4"

:Futaba LiFe type battery (FT2F1700B/2100B)

:Futaba MiMH type battery (HT5F1800B)

:Dry cell battery (alkaline battery recommended) 4 batteries Voltage display When BATT is set to dry cell use DRY4 or LiFe2/NiMH5, the voltage display of the HOME screen changes. DRY4 LiFe2, NiMH5 When ending, return to the menu screen by pressing the (JOG) button.

(Adjusting the buzzer tone) Select the setting item "BUZZER" by the (JOG) button, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the tone.

- Decide by referring to the tone at adjustment. When ending, return to the menu screen by pressing the (JOG) button. Battery Type (BATT) DRY4, N5/L2 F u n c t i o n Buzzer tone (BUZZER) OFF, 1~100 Initial value: 85 System Functions "SYSTEM"

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(Changing the power off forgotten alarm setting) Select the setting item "OPE-TM" by the (JOG) button, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to select the power off forgotten alarm mode.

"10m"

"OFF"

:If an operation is not performed within 10 min-

utes while the power is on, an audible alarm sounds.

:Power off forgotten alarm setting OFF When ending, return to the menu screen by pressing the

(JOG) button.

(Changing the menu character display) Select the setting item "MENU" by the (JOG) button, and set the basic menu character dis-

play with the (+) or (-) button. (See page 37)

"ENG" : Basic menu displayed in Alphabetic character.

: Basic menu displayed in katakana character.

The power off forgotten alarm

(OPE-TM) 10m, OFF Menu charactre (MENU) ENG, When ending, return to the menu screen by pressing the

(JOG) button.

(Changing the HOME screen display mode) Select the setting item "DISP" by the (JOG) button, and set the HOME screen display mode with the (+) or (-) button.

"TLMTR"

"TIMER"

"USER"

:Telemetry data is displayed

:Timer is displayed

:User name is displayed Only the T-FHSS system can display telemetry data. Nothing is displayed with an S-FHSS/FHSS system. HOME screen mode (DISP) ENG, F u n c t i o n TLMTR TIMER USER 104 System Functions "SYSTEM"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 104 2013/04/08 9:10:29 Adjuster "ADJUSTER"

Steering wheel and throttle trigger neutral position and servo operating angle correction can be applied. This is used when a mechanical offset has occurred for some reason.

*However, when correction was applied, the set value of all the setting functions must be rechecked. Display the adjuster screen from the system menu.

(MENU 2 screen)

(MENU 1 screen)

(HOME screen)

(ADJUSTER screen) Press Select

"ADJUSTER"

Press Press Press Steering adjustment

(Preparation) On the ADJUSTER screen, select the setting item "WHEEL"

by the (JOG) button, and pressing the (JOG) button. 1 (Steering neutral adjustment) In the neutral setup screen (g-1) state, lightly pull the steer-

ing wheel and then press the (JOG) button in the state in which the wheel is not being touched. g-1 2 (Steering throw adjustment) In the throw setup screen state (g-2), lightly turn the wheel fully to the left or right and when button mark (g-3) is dis-

played, pressing the (JOG) button. Internal check is performed automatically. When each adjust-

ment point is within a fixed range, correction is performed and "COMPLETE" (g-4) is displayed. If an adjustment point is not within a xed range, correction is not performed and the correction data is not updated. When button mark is not displayed even though correction was performed again, please contact a Futaba Radio Control Customer Center. 3 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. g-2 g-3 F u n c t i o n g-4 Adjuster "ADJUSTER"

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(Preparation) On the ADJUSTER screen, select the setting item "THROT-

TLE" by the (JOG) button, and pressing the (JOG) button. 1 (Throttle neutral adjustment) In the neutral setup screen (g-1) state, lightly pull the throttle trigger and then press the (JOG) button in the state in which the trigger is not being touched. 2 (Throttle throw adjustment) In the throw setup screen state (fig-2), lightly operate the trigger fully to the brake side and the forward side and when button mark (g-3) is displayed, pressing the (JOG) button. Internal check is performed automatically. When each adjust-

ment point is within a fixed range, correction is performed and "COMPLETE!" (g-4) is displayed. If an adjustment point is not within a xed range, correction is not performed and the correction data is not updated. When button mark is not displayed even though correction was performed again, please contact a Futaba Radio Control Customer Center. g-1 g-2 g-3 3 When ending, return to the MENU2 screen by pressing the g-4

(JOG) button. F u n c t i o n 106 Adjuster "ADJUSTER"

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With the telemetry system, the running status can be displayed at the transmitter and al-

so recorded as a data log by mounting various sensor units to the chassis. The telemetry related screens are only displayed when the T4PLS power switch is in the PWR ON position. When the power switch is in the DISP position, the telemetry related screens are not displayed.

(HOME screen) The T4PLS displays four kinds of information on the HOME screen; re-

ceiver power source (battery) voltage, external power supply (drive bat-

tery) voltage, speed, and temperature.

*The telemetry function is compatible with only the T-FHSS system.

*The telemetry function requires a corresponding receiver (R304SB).

*Only T4PLS with R304SB ID registered have a telemetry display.

*Multiple sensors of the same type cannot be used. Telemetry info The sensor data can be checked at the transmitter by connecting the telemetry sensor sold separately to the S.BUS2 connector of the R304SB receiver.

lowing 3 types of sensors and the receiver power supply voltage can be transmitted by using the 3-way extension cord or double extension cord sold separately. The receiver power supply can also be connected to the S-BUS2 connector or each of CH1-4. A receiver power supply voltage sensor is unnecessary.

*The S-BUS2 system exerts control by connecting multiple gyros, servos and other devices corresponding to one S-BUS2 connector. Each device is separately controlled by setting the channel No. or slot No. individually for each device. A slot No. is also set for telemetry sensors. With the T4PLS system, each slot No. of a telemetry sensor must be set to its ini-

tial value. Since the slot No. can be changed for other aircraft type transmitters (T18MZ, etc.), sensors with changed slot No. will not operate if not returned to their initial slot No. When using a sensor that is used with transmitters other than a T4PL, whether or not the slot No. is set to the initial value given in the sensor instruction manual must be checked at the changed transmitter (T18MZ, etc.). With the T4PLS, the set slot No. cannot be checked or changed. Connection diagram Transmitter Signal Info Info HUB Power battery voltage is displayed at the transmitter. Temperature Sensor (SBS-01T) RPM Sensor (SBS-01RM) Voltage Sensor (SBS-01V) Info HUB Switch F u n c t i o n voltage Info Voltage Sensor Temperature Sensor RPM Sensor T-FHSS Receiver Connect to S.BUS2 Connector Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

Info Battery voltage is displayed at the transmitter. 107 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 107 2013/04/08 9:10:30 Telemetry/Log Screen Map

(HOME screen) Press Press

(Telemetry Function ON/OFF Screen) p.109 The cursor on [RT]

Press The cursor on [RT]

Press Press

(Sensor Set Screen) p.110 Press Press

(Log Data Screen) F u n c t i o n

(Log Set Screen) p.112 Press Press 108 Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

Press 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 108 2013/04/08 9:10:32 Telemetry Function ON/OFF The telemetry data can be viewed at the HOME screen and telemetry ON/OFF screen. The telemetry function can also be turned on and off at the telemetry ON/OFF screen. The telemetry ON/OFF and communication status can be checked at the HOME screen. The reception strength High Low No signal reception Receiver -> Transmitter:

The reception strength is shown.

- Telemetry function :ON

- Receiver ID setting complete.

- Data receiving sensitivity display.

- Telemetry function :ON

- Receiver ID before setting or ID mis-

Telemetry function :OFF match. shows that data cannot be received be-

cause it is outside the data receiving range or because of the effects of an obstruction or the receiver power is OFF after receiver ID check. Refer to the map on page 108 for the telemetry ON/OFF (telemetry) screen display.

- When the receiver ID is set, before ID check in the receiver power OFF stat.

(HOME screen)

(TELEMETRY ON/OFF screen) RPM Sensor info Receiver voltage info Temperature Sensor info Voltage Sensor info Telemetry function ON/OFF

(Preparation)

- On the HOME screen, open the TELEMETRY ON/OFF screen by pressing the (+) button. 1 Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the function by pressing the (+) or (-) button.

"OFF"

"ON"

: Function OFF

: Function ON 2 When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the HOME screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton. Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

Receiver voltage info Temperature Sensor info RPM Sensor info Voltage Sensor info F u n c t i o n Function ON/OFF (MODE) INH, ACT Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. 109 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 109 2013/04/08 9:10:32 Telemetry Sensor Setting An audible alarm can be generated by the T4PLS from the data from a telemetry sensor. This setting sets alarm ON/OFF and the alarm conditions. Refer to the map on page 108 for the sensor setting (SENS MODE) screen display. There are receiver power source (battery) voltage and external power source (drive bat-

tery) voltage settings on page 1 of the sensor setting screen and temperature and speed settings on page 2. Pages 1 and 2 are switched by (JOG) button left or right operation. Receiver power sup-

ply voltage setting Temperature sensor setting Page1 External power supply Voltage sensor setting Page2 RPM sensor setting Alarm ON/OFF ON, OFF

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Voltage alarm 3.8V~8.0V Initial value: 5V Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value 0 by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Setting method

(Setting of each item) Setting the receiver power supply voltage alarm Display page 1 by (JOG) button left or right operation. Select "ALRM" of the "*RX VOLT" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set alarm ON/OFF with the (+) button or (-) button. F u n c t i o n

"OFF"

"ON"

: Alarm OFF

: Alarm ON by a voltage drop below the specied voltage Select "VOLT" of the "*RX VOLT" setting items by (JOG) but-

ton up or down operation, and set the voltage at which the alarm begins to sound with the (+) button or (-) button. The number of digits can be shifted by (JOG) button left or right operation. When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the HOME screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton twice. 110 Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 110 2013/04/08 9:10:32 Setting external power supply voltage alarm Display page 1 by (JOG) button left or right operation. Select "ALRM" of the "EXT VOLT" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set alarm ON/OFF with the (+) button or (-) button.

"OFF"

"ON"

: Alarm OFF

: Alarm ON by a voltage drop below the specied voltage Select "VOLT" of the "*EXT VOLT" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set the voltage at which the alarm begins to sound with the (+) button or (-) button. The number of digits can be shifted by (JOG) button left or right operation. When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the HOME screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton twice. Setting the temperature alarm Display page 2 by (JOG) button left or right operation. Select "UNIT" of the "*TEMP" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and select Celsius or Fahrenheit tem-

perature display with the (+) button or (-) button.

"C"

"F"

: Celsius display

: Fahrenheit Select "ALRM" of the "*TEMP" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set alarm ON/OFF with the (+) button or (-) button.

"OFF"

"ON"

: Alarm OFF

: Alarm ON at the specied temperature Select "TEMP" of the "*TEMP" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set the temperature at which the alarm begins to sound with the (+) button or

(-) button. Select "TYPE" of the "*TEMP" setting items by

(JOG) button up or down operation, and set the type of sensor with the (+) button or (-) button

"SBS-01T" : Option sensor

"Temp 125" : Option sensor for Europ When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the HOME screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton twice. Alarm ON/OFF ON, OFF

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Voltage alarm 0.0V~90.0V Initial value: 5V Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value 0 by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Display type C, F

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Alarm ON/OFF ON, OFF

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Temperature alarm

-20~200C/ -4~392F Initial value: 200C/ 212F Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Sensor type SBS-01T, Temp 125 Select button

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. F u n c t i o n Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

111 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 111 2013/04/08 9:10:32 Setting the gear ratio Display page 2 by (JOG) button left or right operation. Select "RATIO" of the "R.P.M" set-

ting items by (JOG) button up or down opera-

tion, and set the location the sensor is to actu-

ally measure and the gear ratio of the motor and engine with the (+) button or (-) button. There is no alarm function. When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the HOME screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton twice. Log Setting Start/Stop Gear ratio (moderating ratio) 0.001~64 Initial value: 1 Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value 0 by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. The data from a telemetry sensor can be saved to the T4PLS as a data log. Since the data is sequentially updated, when data logging is performed, the old data is erased. Only 1 data is saved. The interval at which the data is acquired can be selected from a minimum 0.1 second to a maximum 60 seconds. Because the maximum count is 200, if the count is made 200 counts at 0.1 second intervals, 20 seconds worth of data is acquired, and if the count is made 200 counts at 60 second intervals, 3 hours 20 minutes worth of data is acquired. Data logging is started and stopped by setting SW1 set by SW/Dial function (p.65) to

"LOGGER" and by switch (SW1). If the switch (SW1) is not set, data logging is started by throttle trigger from the log setting screen. Data logging can also be started by throttle trigger from this screen and stopped by switch (SW1) set by SW/dial function (p.65). Refer to the map on page 108 for the log setting (LOG MODE) screen display. Log setting method

(Preparation) When using a switch (SW1) to start and stop data logging, set SW1 to "LOGGER" by SW/dial function (p.65)

- On the HOME screen, open the LOG MODE screen by pressing the (-) button. 1 (Log function ON/OFF) F u n c t i o n Move the cursor to the "MODE" setting item by (JOG) button up or down operation, and turn on the log function by setting "MODE" to

"ACT" by pressing the (+) button or (-) button. If "MODE" is not set to "ACT", the log function will not be performed even is the switch, etc. is operated.

"INH"

"ACT"

: Function OFF

: Function ON 112 Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

Function ON/OFF (MODE) INH, ACT

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 112 2013/04/08 9:10:32 2 (Recording cycle setting) Select the "CYCL" setting item by (JOG) but-

ton up or down operation, and set the data ac-

quisition interval from a minimum 0.1 second to a maximum 60 seconds with the (+) button or (-) button. The maximum recordable time set by CYCL is displayed at END TIME shown below. 3 (Count alarm ON/OFF) Select the "ALRM" setting item by (JOG) button up or down operation. To sound an electronic beep at each log count, set "ALRM"

to ON with the (+) button or (-) button.

"OFF"

"ON"

: Alarm OFF

: Alarm ON at each log count When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the HOME screen by pressing the (JOG) but-

ton twice. Log function start/stop operation 1 (Log start operation)

-Start by switch (SW1) When the switch (SW1) set by SW/dial func-

tion (p.65) is pressed, data logging starts.

-Starting by throttle trigger Display the log setting (LOG MODE) screen and select the "STATE" setting item by (JOG) button up or down operation, and press the

(JOG) button for approximately 1 second. Log recording cycle 0.1~60s(sec) 0.1~10s(sec)0.1s step 10s~60s(sec)1s step Initial value: 1.0sec Adjust button

- Adjust with the (+) and (-) but-

tons.

- Return to the initial value 0 by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 sec-

ond. Log recording time 20s (seconds) 3h 20m (3 hours 20 minutes) The maximum recordable time set by CYCL is displayed auto-

matically. Alarm ON/OFF ON, OFF

- Select with the (+) or (-) but-

tons. Status display RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait STA :Logger running STP : Logger stopped An electronic beeping sound is generated and the "STATE" display switches from "RST"

to blinking "RDY", and the logger enters the trigger operation wait state. When the trig-

ger is operated in the forward direction, data logging begins. (STATE display "STA") When the end time arrives, an electronic beep sounds and data logging stops. To return to the HOME screen during data logging, move the cursor to [RT] by (JOG) button up or down operation, and press the (JOG) button or (+) button. 2 (Log forced end) To abort logging, press the switch (SW1), the same as starting, or display the log setting

(LOG MODE) screen and select the "STATE" setting item by (JOG) button up or down operation and press the (JOG) button for approximately 1 second. An electronic beeping sound is generated and logging is stopped. F u n c t i o n Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

113 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 113 2013/04/08 9:10:33 Log Data List The log data list can be called when checking the log data memorized by logging opera-

tion (P112). The maximum log data is up to 200 counts. Refer to the map on page 108 for the log list screen. Example: Receiver power supply voltage log list screen. Displays the log data elapsed time. Displays the type of log data. Displays the data Receiver power supply voltage. Receiver power supply voltage log. Refer to the below map for the display method of each log list screen. F u n c t i o n Receiver power supply voltage log External power supply voltag log Temperature sensor log RPM sensor log Log list check method 1 (Log memory check) Each time the (JOG) button is operated up or down the list is scrolled 10 counts and each log data can be checked up to 200 counts. 2 When ending, return to the HOME screen by pressing the

(JOG) button. 114 Telemetry "TELEMETRY"

4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.indd 114 2013/04/08 9:10:33 Reference Ratings

Communication method: Maximum operating range: For safety: Transmitter T4PLS-2.4G

Transmitting frequency:

Power requirement:

Current drain:

Transmission antenna:

Receiver R304SB: Power requirement:

Receiving frequency:

System:

Size:

Weight:

Caution

When using the T4PLS in the T-FHSS (HIGH) and S-FHSS (HIGH) mode, always use it under the

:Futaba digital servo (including BLS Series brushless servos) following conditions:

Servos Receivers battery :Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected digital servo (dry cell battery cannot be used). Transmitter mode :RX MODE (See p.29 for setting method.) Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specied performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addition, it may cause servo trouble. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combination with the products of other companies. In addition, the FSU Fail Safe Unit cannot be used because the system is different. Use the fail safe function of the trans-

mitter.

When using analog servos, always switch the T4PLS servo response to the "NORM" mode. Transmitter mode:"T-FHSS(NORM)", "T-FHSS(NORM)"and FHSS mode (See p.29 for setting method.) Receivers battery :Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected servo (dry cell battery cannot be used). The set cannot operate in the "HIGH" mode. Operation in this mode will cause trouble with the servo and other equipment. Digital servos (including BLS Series brushless servos) can also be used in the "NORM" mode. e c n e r e f e R 115 4PLS-Eng-09-Reference-115-120.indd 115 2013/04/08 8:36:48 Backup Error LCD screen:

Warning Displays

Audible alarm:

Tone will sound (9 times), then repeat.

Warning

When a backup error is generated, immediately stop using the system and request repair from the Futaba Service Center. If you continue to use the system, the transmitter may malfunction and cause loss of control Low Battery Alarm LCD screen:

Audible alarm:

Continuous tone.

Warning

When a low battery alarm is generated, cease operation immediately and retrieve the model. If the battery goes dead while in operation, you will lose control. Power supply and low battery alarm

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MIX Warning LCD screen:

MIX Warning LCD screen:

- To stop the alarm, turn off the power.

- Turn the power back on. If the alarm is not generated again, there is no problem. Audible alarm:

Tone sounds (7 times) and stops (repeated)

Audible alarm:

Tone sounds (7 times) and stops (repeated)

Audible alarm:

Tone sounds (7 times) and stops (repeated) Power off forgotten warning LCD screen:

Audible alarm:

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Transmitter Battery

Part name

When requesting repair

(Information needed for repair)

(Warranty)

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Compliance Information Statement (for U.S.A.)

T4PLS

CAUTION:

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

e c n e r e f e R 119 4PLS-Eng-09-Reference-115-120.indd 119 2013/04/08 8:36:49 Copyright 2010. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permission. The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. While this manual has been carefully written, there may be inadvertent errors or omissions. Please contact our service center if you feel that any corrections or clarications should be made.

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