FUTABA CIU-3 Instruction Manual

1M23N31202
Thank you for purchasing the CIU-3.
The CIU-3 is a USB interface for communications between Link-supported devices (such as a
S.BUS servo , Gyro and ESC) and Windows computer.
Notes
• Please read this manual thoroughly before using your CIU-3.
• Store this manual in a safe place where it can be accessed at any time.
• Reproduction of all, or part, of the contents of this manual without prior written permission is prohib-
ited.
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
• The contents of this manual should be complete. ; Please contact us if you find errors or points that
are unclear.
• Futaba will not be responsible for the results of use of devices by the customer.
Specifications
(Specifications and ratings are subject to change without prior notice accompanying technological developments.)
• Interface: USB Rev2.0 compliant
• USB connector: USB Series A connector
• Operating voltage: 5.0V ±0.2V (USB bus power)
• Current drain
(At connection, idle): 5.8 ±1.7mA
*The PC must have a USB port (Type A).
Driver software and Link programs must be installed.
• For communication and setting, Link programs corresponding to each device must be installed.
Install the latest version of Link programs available on the dealer's website because old Link
programs are incompatible with CIU-3.
Connecting and disconnecting the PC and CIU-3
Connection
*Make sure that your PC is connected the internet.
*Please update Windows before connecting the CIU-3 to the PC.
*To use the CIU-3, driver software must be installed.
*When using the CIU-3, please disconnect the other USB Serial Port
devices from the USB port on your PC.
1.Turn on the PC power.
2.Connect the CIU-3 to the USB port of the PC.
3.When the CIU-3 is first connected to the PC,
Once the CIU-3 is connected to the PC, down-
load the recommended driver software Using
Windows Vista, the "Found New Hardware
Wizard" window appears on the screen.
Click "Locate and install driver software".
Disconnection
The CIU-3 can be disconnected from PC even
while the Power is on. However, the CIU-3 should
not be disconnected while it is communicating with
a Link-supported device.
USB INTERFACE
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• Operating environment: Temperature -10 ∼ +45 ℃
• Dimensions: 18.2 x 56.5 x 9.0 mm
• Weight: 7.5g
• Applicable OS: WindowsVista/7/8/8.1/10
USB port
*A PC-LINK adapter (double
extension cord K500) is
supplied with the CIU-3.
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