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After reading this manual, store it in a safe place.
Application, Export, and Modification
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. The product is subject to regulations of the
Ministry of Radio/Telecommunications and is restricted under Japanese law to such purposes.
2. Exportation precautions:
(a) When this product is exported from the country of manufacture, its use is to be approved by the laws govern-
ing the country of destination which govern devices that emit radio frequencies. If this product is then re-
exported to other countries, it may be subject to restrictions on such export. Prior approval of the appropriate
goverment authorities may be required. If you have purchased this product from an exporter outside your coun-
try, and not the authorized Futaba distributor in your country, please contact the seller immediately 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. In the US, use of 72MHz (aircraft only), 75MHz (ground
models only) and 27MHz (both) frequency bands are strictly regulated by the FCC. This equipment must not be
utilized to operate equipment other than radio controlled models. Similarly, other frequencies (except 50MHz,
for HAM operators) must not be used to operate models.
3. Modification, adjustment, and replacement of parts: Futaba is not responsible for unauthorized
modification, adjustment, and replacement of parts on this product. Any such changes may void the
warranty.
Compliance Information Statement (for U.S.A.)
This device, trade name Futaba Corporation of America, model number R133F and R303FS comply
with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
The responsible party of this device compliance is;
Futaba Corporation of America
2865 Wall Triana Highway, Huntsville, Alabama 35824, U.S.A.
TEL (256) 461 - 7348
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  • Page 1 If you have purchased this product from an exporter outside your coun- try, and not the authorized Futaba distributor in your country, please contact the seller immediately to determine if such export regulations have been met.
  • Page 2 •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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others... 6 Explanation of Symbols ................6 High Response System (H.R.S) Precautions ..........6 Operation Precautions .................. 7 NiCd Battery Handling Precautions ............. 9 Storage and Disposal Precautions ............10 Other Precautions ..................
  • Page 4 Model Select ..................48 Timer ....................49 (System Functions) Frequency Selection (T3PM-FS only) ..........51 For Your Safety Model Copy ..................51 As Well As Model Reset ..................52 That Of Others Model Name ..................52 HRS/PPM Select ................53 Function Select Switch ..............
  • Page 5: For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others

    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.
  • Page 6: Operation Precautions

    Operation Precautions Warning Prohibited Procedures Do not operate two or more models Do not operate in the following on the same frequency at the same places. time. -Near other sites where other radio control activity may occur. Operating two or more models at same time on the same frequency will cause interference and loss of -Near people or roads.
  • Page 7 Caution Prohibited Procedures 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. Mandatory Procedures (Turning on the power switches) When making adjustments to...
  • Page 8: Nicd Battery Handling Precautions

    NiCd Battery Handling Precautions (Only when NiCd batteries are used) Warning Mandatory Procedures Always check to be sure your batter- To recharge the transmitter NiCd, use ies have been charged prior to oper- the special charger made for this pur- ating the model.
  • Page 9: Storage And Disposal Precautions

    Storage and Disposal Precautions Warning Prohibited Procedures Mandatory Procedures Do not leave the radio system or When the system will not be used for models within the reach of small chil- any length of time store the system dren. with batteries in a discharged state. Be sure to recharge the batteries prior A small child may accidentally operate the system.
  • Page 10: Other Precautions

    The fuel, motor spray, waste oil and exhaust will pen- Futaba will not be responsible for problems caused by etrate and damage the plastic. the use of other than Futaba genuine parts. Use the parts specified in the instruction manual and catalog.
  • Page 11: Before Using

    Features - PLL Synthesizer System (Transmitter T3PM-FS and Receiver R303FS only) 3PM PLL synthesizer system is easy to change the frequency only by selecting a desired frequency on a transmitter LCD screen and adjusting the two dials equipped on a receiver respectively.
  • Page 12 - Function select switch function (FNC-SW1/SW2) This function assigns a function to the two installed switches. - Condition 2 Selection In specific functions, two rates can be set up, and switched with SW1 switch simulta- neously during a run. - NEW design considers operability and weight balance - Tension adjustment function The wheel tension can be adjusted from the outside.
  • Page 13: Set Contents

    Always use only genuine Futaba transmitter, receiver, FET amp, NiCd battery and other optional parts. Futaba will not be responsible for damage caused by other than genuine Futaba parts and components. Use only the genuine Futaba parts and components listed in the instruction manual and catalog.
  • Page 14: Nomenclature (Transmitter/Receiver/Servo)

    Transmitter T3PM Nomenclature Antenna (See page 16 for the operating instructions.) Steering trim (DT1) (See page 16 for the operating instructions.) Steering wheel Throttle trim (DT2) CH3 switch ( SW2) LCD screen Edit keys Pilot lamp Power switch (See page 16 for the operating instructions.) Mechanical ATL Steering dual rate adjusting screw...
  • Page 15 Digital Trim Operation (Initial settings: DT1: Steering trim, DT2: Throttle trim) Push the lever to the left or right (up or down). The current position is displayed on the LCD screen for about three seconds when each digital trim is operated. Throttle trim Steering trim position...
  • Page 16 Mechanical ATL Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to make the throttle trigger brake (reverse) side stroke narrower. Adjustment Using a Phillips screwdriver, adjust the trigger brake (reverse) side stroke by turning the screw through the adjusting hole indicated by the arrow in the figure.
  • Page 17: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement For dry cell battery system Load the eight batteries in accordance with the polarity markings on the battery holder. (8 AA Size Batteries) (Battery Replacement Method) Caution Remove the battery cover from the Always be sure you reinsert the bat- transmitter by sliding it in the direc- teries in the correct polarity order.
  • Page 18: Charging The Nicd Battery

    For NiCd battery system The NiCd battery is connected by a connector so it can be easily removed when the transmitter is not being used for an extended amount of time. - Always use an NT8F700B NiCd battery. NiCd battery Charging jack NT8F700B AC outlet...
  • Page 19: Set Data Backup

    Set data backup The set data of each function of the 3PM transmitter is stored in a memory element that does not require a backup battery. Therefore, the 3PM transmitter can be used without paying attention to the backup battery life.
  • Page 20 Crystal When changing the frequency, use the specified Futaba crystal set. Antenna Connectors 1: Steering servo (CH1) 2: Throttle servo (CH2) 3: CH3 servo (CH3) R203HF B/C: Power connector/DSC connector receiver Connectors 1: Steering servo (CH1) 2: Throttle servo (CH2)
  • Page 21: Installation

    Installation Receiver and Servo Connections When connecting and installing the receiver and servos, read the “Installation Safety Precautions” on the next page. Installation When An FET Amp Is Used (MC800CFET Amp) Installation For Gas Powered Models...
  • Page 22: Installation Safety Precautions

    Installation Safety Precautions Warning Connector Connections Electronic speed control Be sure the receiver, servo, crystal Install the heat sinks where they will and connectors are fully and firmly not come in contact with aluminum, connected. carbon fiber or other parts that con- duct electricity.
  • Page 23: Initial Set-Up

    Initial Set-Up Preparations (Transmitter) Before setting the transmitter functions, check and set items 1 to 2 below. (Display when power switch is turned on) Turn on the transmitter power. (T3PM-FM) (T3PM-FS) Modulation mode Current frequency PP: PPM mode HRS: HRS mode (3 figures the bottom) (displayed for about one second) CH number...
  • Page 24 2. Modulation Mode Check The T3PM transmitter output signal format can be changed to match the type of receiver. Check if the modulation mode is set to match the receiver used. When using an FM receiver (e.g., R133F, R303FS), the modulation mode must be set to "PP"...
  • Page 25 - Steering dual rate (DT3) check Steering D/R At initial set-up, steering dual rate is assigned to grip value lever DT3 (upper) at the grip of the transmitter. Oper- ate the DT3 lever and check if the D/R value displayed on the screen changes.
  • Page 26 (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. Set up the servo trims (page 23). 2. Set the servo direction of operation using the Reverse function.
  • Page 27: Function Map

    Function Map Power switch turned on (T3PM-FM) (T3PM-FS) The current modulation mode and Press "SEL" key to select frequency (T3PM-FS) are displayed the desired function screen. for about one second. Press it for one second or more to scroll to the opposite direction.
  • Page 28: System Functions

    System Functions Turn on the power switch while pressing "SEL" key. Press "SEL" key to select the desired function screen. Press it for one second or more to scroll to the opposite direction. Frequency Selection (T3PM-FS only) LED Mode Selection Model Copy Condition 2 Selection Model Reset...
  • Page 29: Functions

    Functions End point adjuster/EPA Use this when performing left and right steering angle adjustments, throttle high side/ brake side operation amount adjustment, and channel 3 servo up side/down side op- eration amount adjustment during linkage. - Corrects the maximum steering angle and left and right steering angles when there is a difference in the turning radius due to the characteristics, etc.
  • Page 30 Press "CH" key to select the next set- Calling the setup screen up screen. (Initial screen) (Setup screen) Press "SEL" key to select the Setup items Adjustment range desired function screen. ST-L.F.U : Steering (left side) 0~120% (each channel, each direc- ST-R.B.D : Steering (right side) tion) TH-L.F.U : Throttle (forward side)
  • Page 31 Throttle (brake side/reverse side) adjustment Push the throttle trigger fully to the brake side and use the (+) and (-) but- tons to adjust the steering angle. However, when using an FET amp, set to 100%. When adjusting the EPA of another channel immediately after this, see the adjustment method for that channel.
  • Page 32: Steering Speed

    Steering Speed/SPD Quick steering operation will cause momentary understeering, loss of speed, or spin- ning. This function is effective in such cases. Smooth cornering Spin Understeering Steering speed not set Steering speed set Operation - This function limits the maximum speed of TN direction the steering servo.
  • Page 33: Steering Exp / Throttle Exp

    Steering EXP, Throttle EXP / EXP This function is used to change the sensitivity of the steering servo around the neutral position and makes throttle trigger high side and brake side direction servo operation quicker or milder. 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%.
  • Page 34 Throttle EXP Adjustment (Preparation) - Select setup item "EXP-FW" and make the following adjustments: Forward side adjustment Use the (+) button to adjust the + side when you want to quicken the rise and use the (-) button to adjust the - side when you want to make the rise milder.
  • Page 35: A.b.s. Function

    When the A.B.S. function is activated, the LED flashes. Fail Safe Unit When the 3PM is used with the Futaba fail safe unit (FSU-1), it will operate as de- scribed below. - When the FSU-1 is connected to the throttle channel, and the A.B.S. function has been activated, the FSU-1 LED will flash each time the servo operates.
  • Page 36 A.B.S function adjustment (Preparation) - Select setup item "ABS-MD" and make the following adjustments: (Function ON/OFF) Set the function to the active state by pressing the (+) or (-) button. OFF : Function OFF ON : Function ON (Brake return amount adjustment) Select setup item "ABS-PT"...
  • Page 37: Throttle Acceleration

    Throttle acceleration / ACC Gasoline engine cars have a small time lag at both the forward side and brake side because a certain clearance is necessary at the linkage. Reducing this time lag at the transmitter side provides the same sharp response as electric motor cars. Carburetor A slight clearance is required at the linkage, but the throttle acceleration function acts to reduce the time...
  • Page 38 Throttle acceleration adjustment (Preparation) - Select setup item "ACC-FW" and make the following adjustments. (Forward acceleration amount adjustment) Use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the acceleration amount. "0": No acceleration "100": Maximum acceleration (Approximately 1/2 of the forward side steering angle) (Brake side acceleration amount adjustment) Select setup item "ACC-BK"...
  • Page 39: Brake Mixing

    Brake mixing / BMX Use this mixing when the front and rear brakes must be adjusted independently such as 1/5GP cars, etc. This mixing uses the 2nd channel to control the rear brakes and the 3rd channel to control the front brakes. Operation - When braking, mixing is applied to 2nd channel to 3rd channel.
  • Page 40: Programmable Mixing

    Programmable Mixing / PMX This function allows you to apply mixing between the steering, throttle, and channel 3 channels. Calling the setup screen Mixing amount Setup items (Initial screen) -100~+50~+100 PMX-RT(L.F.U): Mixing rate (Left Initial value: +50 side) Adjustment buttons PMX-RT(R.B.D.): Mixing rate (Right - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make side)
  • Page 41: Fail Safe/Battery Fail Safe (Hrs System Only)

    Fail safe function/FAIL SAFE (This function can only be used with HRS system receivers.) Fail safe function This function moves the steering, throttle and channel 3 servos to a preset position when the receiver cannot receive the signal from the transmitter for some reason. When the servo operation position is not set, this function operates so that the servos remain in the position they were in immediately before reception was lost.
  • Page 42: Trim

    Steering Trim, Throttle Trim / TRM Steering neutral adjustments and throttle neutral adjustments during a run can be made by moving the trim lever to the left or right (the up or down). This setting is linked to transmitter digital trim lever DT1 and DT2. When DT1 or DT2 is assigned to another function, set the trim function with this screen.
  • Page 43: Steering D/R

    Steering Dual Rate / D/R-ST When the steering angle is too small at under steering at corners while running, in- crease the rate and when the steering angle is too large at over steering , decrease the rate. The setup here is linked with transmitter grip lever DT3. Adjustments can be made at this screen even if DT3 is assigned to another function.
  • Page 44: Channel 3 Position

    Adjustment buttons Setup Item ATL-BK: Throttle ATL position - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. ATL position - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simulta- 0 ~ 100% neously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the Initial value: 100% initial screen.
  • Page 45: Subtrim

    Subtrim / SBT Use this function to adjust the neutral position of the steer- ing, throttle and channel 3 servos. Subtrim shifts the entire servo travel range in the set direc- tion. Use to adjust the neutral position Press "CH" key to select the next set- Calling the setup screen up screen.
  • Page 46: Channel Reverse

    Servo Reverse / REV This function reverses the direction of operation of the servos related to transmitter steering, throttle, and channel 3 operation. However, when the position set by trim or subtrim shifts from the center, the center becomes the opposite side. Press "CH"...
  • Page 47: Model Select

    Model Select / SEL Use this function to call a new model number, or to change a set model number, to set new model data.The T3PM transmitter can store the model data for ten R/C cars. Calling model memories of different modulation modes (HRS, PPM) After the new model is called, signals are still output in the old model modulation mode until the transmitter power is turned off.
  • Page 48: Timer

    Timer / TIMER Use the timer by selecting from UP Timer or DOWN timer. UP TIMER function - The UP TIMER can be used to count the time between start and stop. - The timer repeatedly starts and stops each time the switch is operated and accumulates the time between each start and stop.
  • Page 49 (Linking start with the trigger) Select setup item "TIMER" and press the (+) and (-) buttons simulta- neously for about 1 second. A beeping sound is generated and "RDY" displays at the timer display and the system enters the RDY state. Trigger operation starts the timer.
  • Page 50: Frequency Selection (T3Pm-Fs Only)

    Frequency Selection (T3PM-FS only) T3PM-FS transmitter (PLL synthesizer system) allows easy frequency changes sim- ply by selecting a desired frequency on a transmitter LCD screen. Calling the setup screen 1. Turn on the power switch 2. Next, use "SEL" key to select while pressing "SEL"...
  • Page 51: Model Reset

    Model Reset / CLR This functions resets the contents of the currently called model memory to the initial value. However, it does not reset the lap time memory, HRS/PPM select, and LED mode selection. Calling the setup screen 1. Turn on the power switch 2.
  • Page 52: Hrs/Ppm Select

    HRS/PPM Select / MOD The signal mode output from the transmitter can be changed. (PPM/HRS) Receiver When using an FM receiver set to the PPM side and when using an HRS receiver set to the HRS side. - When the mode was changed and when a model of a different mode was selected, signals are output in the mode set at the point at which the transmitter power was turned back on.
  • Page 53: Function Select Switch

    Function Select Switch / FNC-SW This function allows selection of the function to be performed by the switches (SW1/SW2). Settable functions (SW2) OF: (function off) 3C: Channel 3 Settable functions (SW1) MX: Programmable mixing OF: (function off) 3C: Channel 3 MX: Programmable mixing TM: Timer switch Calling the setup screen...
  • Page 54: Function Select Lever

    Function Select Lever / FNC-DT This function allows selection of the function performed by the grip lever (DT3/DT4) and digital trim (DT1/DT2). Initially set functions DT1: Steering trim DT2: Throttle trim DT3: Dual rate function Settable functions DT4: ATL function ST: Steering trim TH: Throttle trim DR: Steering D/R...
  • Page 55: Condition 2 Selection

    Condition 2 Selection / COND2 Condition 2 Selection In specific functions, two rates can be set up, and switched with the switch (SW1) simultaneously during a run. If this function is activated, SW1 is used only for this function, and it becomes impos- sible to use it for other functions automatically.
  • Page 56: Reference

    Reference Ratings *Specifications and ratings are subject to change without prior notice. - Size 25.6x37.6x13.8mm Transmitter T3PM (1.01x1.48x0.54in.) (Wheel system, 3 channels) - Weight 14.6g (0.52oz.) - Transmitting frequencies 27, 29, 40, 41 or 75MHz band Receiver R303FS - Modulation FM (3 channels, FM, PLL synthesizer receiver) (HRS/PPM switching possible) - Receiving frequencies 27, 29, 40, 41...
  • Page 57: Optional Parts

    Optional Parts The following parts are available as 3PM options. Purchase them to match your ap- plication. For other optional parts, refer to our catalog. Crystal Set <Types of Crystals> There are crystals for FM and AM, depending on the modulation mode, and crystals for single conversion and dual conversion, depending on the receiver circuitry.
  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    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 de- partment for inspection, and repair.
  • Page 59: Error Displays

    LCD screen: 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 Audible alarm: may malfunction and cause loss of control.
  • Page 60: When Requesting Repair

    When requesting repair Before requesting repair read this instruction again recheck your system. Should the problems continue request as follows. (Information needed for repair) Describe the problem in as much detail as possible and send the letter along with the system in question.

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