2.4ghz 10-channel radio control system (119 pages)
Summary of Contents for FUTABA 2PL-2.4GHZ
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2PL-2.4G 2-channel, FHSS Radio control system for Car NSTRUCTION ANUAL 1M23N12413 Digital Proportional R/C System...
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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 immediately to determine if such export regulations have been met.
• 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. • This manual has been carefully written. Please write to Futaba if you feel that any corrections or clarifications should be made.
Safety Precautions For your safety as well as that of others, please read this manual thoroughly prior to installation and operation of your digital proportional R/C system. Explanation of Symbols Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition and cause death or DANGER serious injury to the user if not carried out properly.
Operation Precautions WARNING When using a Ni-cad battery to power your system, always charge and check the battery voltage prior to operation. Should the battery discharge below the minimum voltage level, control will be lost. Prior to operation always perform a range test. Even one abnormality in the R/C system may cause loss of control.
Make all adjustments to the radio control system with engine not running, or the electric motor disconnected. If the engine is running or the motor is connected while adjustments are made, the model may run out of control. Remove the main battery source from electric powered models when they are not being used.
Always use only genuine Futaba transmitter, receivers, servos, and electronic speed controls, along with other optional parts and components. Futaba will not be held responsible for damages caused by other than genuine Futaba parts and components. Use only genuine Futaba parts and components listed in the in- struction manual and catalog.
*Servo mounting hardware and servo horns (only w/servo set) NOTE: Futaba FHSS system, T2PL-2.4G transmitter and R603GF receiver, does not work with current Futaba FASST system. Please use T2PL-2.4G and R603GF in pairs. Futaba FASST system and FHSS system are not compatible each other. Receiver R603GF Servo S3003/S3050...
Nomenclature / Handling Transmitter T2PL-2.4G WARNING A s w i t h a l l r a d i o f r e q u e n c y transmissions, the strongest area of signal transmission is from the sides (*1) of the antenna(built-in).
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Battery Replacement Method CAUTION (4 AA size batteries) A l w ay s b e s u r e y o u r e i n s e r t t h e batteries in the correct polarity order. Remove the battery cover from If the batteries are loaded incorrectly , the transmitter by sliding it in the the transmitter may be damaged.
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E.S.C. MC230CR / MC330CR Applicable motors (Number of turns is criteria.) •Use the MC230CR with a motor with 20T or more turns. •Use the MC330CR with a motor with 13T or more turns. *If a motor with a number of turns smaller than the above is used, the heat protector and overcurrent protection circuit may operate.
Assembly / Adjustment Assembly / Adjustment Receiver and Servo Connection As you connect the receiver, servos and other components, do so in accordance with the "Assembly Precautions". Connections when a E.S.C. MC230CR or MC330CR are used. Connects to Motor Connects to Battery Power Switch E.S.C.
CAUTION Do Not disassemble any part of this system that is not specified in the instruction manual. Futaba will not be responsible for any damage due to improper disassembly of any part of the radio control system. Assembly / Adjustment...
How to link the transmitter and the receiver Each transmitter has an individually assigned, unique ID code. In order to start operation, the receiver must be linked with the ID code of the transmitter with which it is being paired. Once the link is made, the ID code is stored in the receiver and no further linking is necessary unless the receiver needs to be used with an other transmitter.
Transmitter Set-Up Procedures *When making these settings adjustments, do so with the motor disconnected or the engine not running. (Preparations) Select the model memory that is not used and reset it to the initial values with the model selection and model reset functions. Model Selection Model Reset Push the DT2 lever up or down...
2PL-2.4G Functions Steering Trim (TRM-CH1) Steering neutral adjustments can be made by moving the Steering trim Steering Trim knob to the left or right. Racers Tip When you install a servo, always check to be sure the servo is at its neutral L25 - 0 - R25 position.
Model Selection/Model Reset (MDL) The model selection selects the desired model memory from the 10 model memories memory. Model Selection Model Reset Push the DT2 lever up or down for about one second. Model number All data stored in the current 1 - 0 selected model memory is erased.
Throttle End Point Adjustment (EPA-CH2) This function is used to adjust the Throttle EPA forward and brake side servo travel. Each direction can be Range: 0 - 120% adjusted independent of each other. Use this feature to set the Adjust the travel of the servo (Brake side) throttle servo travel.
MC230CR/MC330CR CANCELLING THE REVERSE FUNCTION The amp reverse function can be cancelled by the following method so that the model can be used even in races that prohibit reverse running. (Brake operation only) MC230CR / MC330CR (Pushbutton switch operation) (Power switch) * When desired, you can enable the cancelled reverse function by repeating the operation shown at the left.
Function Map Power switch turned on Digital trim DT1, DT2, and D/R display The current position is displayed on the LCD screen for about two seconds when each digital trim is operated. Steering Trim Throttle Trim Steering D/R The current model name is displayed for about two seconds.
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Steering EPA Range: 0 - 120% (Left side) Adjust the travel of the servo while (Right side) operating the steering wheel each way. Throttle EPA Range: 0 - 120% (Forward side) (Brake side) Adjust the travel of the servo while operating the throttle trigger each way.
40.4x19.8x36mm (1.59x0.78x1.42in.) Weight: 37.2g (1.31oz.) NOTE: Futaba FHSS system, T2PL-2.4G transmitter and R603GF receiver, does not work with current Futaba FASST system. Please use T2PL-2.4G and R603GF in pairs. Futaba FASST system and FHSS system are not compatible each other. Reference...
Troubleshooting If your system fails to operate or you experience a short range problem or erratic control, check the table below for possible causes. If after you have followed the suggestions listed the problem is not corrected, return the system to our service department for inspection and repair.
RF Error If the RF circuit is failed for an unknown reason, an audible alarm will sound and "RF" will be displayed on the LCD screen. Please request repair from the Futaba Service Center LCD screen:...