FUTABA GYD470 Instruction Manual

1M23N38406
Rate Gyro for RC Drift Cars
Only for Futaba digital servo
I I M M
NSTRUCTION
For RC models NSTRUCTION
Before using your new gyro, please read this manual thoroughly and
use the gyro properly and safely. After reading this manual, store it in
a safe place.
• No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permis-
sion.
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
• Futaba is not liable for any potential damage (accidental or otherwise) that
may occur after installation.
Features of GYD470 Features of GYD470
● Dedicated RC Drift car setting
Vehicle straight-line and cornering performance can be increased without
taking into account the effect of the road surface, etc.
● Remote gain function and mode switching function
You can adjust gain from the transmitter (3 or more CH) by using the
remote gain function. Gain can also be adjusted with the trimmer on the
GYD470. The mode switching function allows AVCS/NORMAL gyro mode
switching.
● Integrated, compact, and light weight
Compact size（20.7x20.7x11mm）and light weight（3.7g）realized by
high density mounting technology.
● Easy setup
The GYD470 can be used immediately with minimum setup.
● Supporting the S.BUS/S.BUS2 connection
Only one wire connection to the receiver can operate the GYD470.
● Only for Futaba digital servo
Functions Functions
● Port3（Steering servo output）
● Servo selection switch
● Port2（Gain input）
(SR mode ON/OFF)
● Port1（Steering input/
S.BUS input）
● Gyro direction
Switch
● Trimmer
● LED
（Limit/Gain）
Monitor LED display
State Color Move Reference
1. Power ON Orange 2 blinks
2. No servo pulse / Error Red Slow blink
3. Signal input from receiver Green Fast blink
AVCS (Red)
4. Sensor initialization Red/Green ON
Normal (Green)
Right (Green)
5. Turn Red/Green Fast blink
Left (Red)
6. Neutral offset Orange Slow blink Steering operation
－
7. Gain off OFF
Each time of switch
8. Switch operation Green One blink
operation
9. Low battery Red One flash Less than 3.8 V
Thank you for purchasing the
GYD470 RC cars gyro. Compact
and lightweight, the GYD470 is
designed to control steering for RC
Drift cars. If the transmitter has 3
or more channels (capable of 3CH
adjustment) the gyro sensitivity can
be adjusted from the transmitter.
Features include simple set-up and
S.BUS/S.BUS2 connectivity.
GYD470 Ratings:
(Integrated sensor type rate gyro)
• Gyro sensor: MEMS vibrating structure gyro
ANUAL
ANUAL
• Operating voltage: DC4.0 V to 8.4 V
• Current drain: 30 mA (excluding a servo)
• Operating temperature range: -10ºC to +45ºC
• Dimensions: 20.7 x 20.7 x 11.0 mm (0.82 x 0.82 x 0.43 in) (except protrusion)
• Weight: 3.7 g (0.13 oz)
• Functions: Sensitivity trimmer. LED monitor. Servo selection (SR mode
ON/OFF). S.BUS/S.BUS2 connection.
Set Contents Set Contents
The following items are supplied with the GYD470:
GYD470
Extension cord
Sensor tape
Nylon strap
WARNING
Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in severe injury to
yourself and others.
Check that there is sufficient battery capacity.
Do not operate the model and transmitter steering wheel
for about 3-5 seconds after turning on the GYD470 (When
shared with the receiver).
• GYD470 initialization and neutral position reading. The GYD470 is initialized when the
power is turned on. The neutral position is also read at the same time. If initialization
ends normally, the operator is informed by two repetitive movements of the servo to
the left and right (a little).
Always check the direction of operation of the gyro.
Do not strike the gyro with a hard object. Do not drop it onto
a concrete surface or other hard floor.
• The sensor may become damaged during strong impacts.
Do not use trims or mixing.
• All corrections are made by the gyro. Therefore, if trimming and mixing, are turned on,
operation will be the same as deviating from the neutral position.
Do not use the GYD470 for applications other than RC cars.
•This gyro is designed for RC cars only. Do not use it for other applications.
Analog servos cannot be used.
•The use of analog servos may cause servo trouble.
Do not place gyro near heating equipment (engine, motor,
ESC, battery, servo, etc.).
• Always allow the gyro to adjust to the surrounding environmental temperature before
flight. A large temperature change during use will cause drift and other operational
issues.
Connecting the GYD470 Connecting the GYD470
Gyro gain CH(Receiver)←connect→Port2(GYD470)
Remote gain effective. Trimmer(GYD470) becomes LIMIT.
Gyro gain CH(Receiver)←It does not connect→Port2(GYD470)
Remote gain is invalid. Trimmer(GYD470) becomes GAIN.
Receiver
Steering servo
Mini screwdriver
Use the included double-sided sponge tape to firmly at-
tach the gyro perpendicular to the control axis, at a posi-
tion where there is as little vibration as possible. Make the
Gyro mounting position
The direction of rotation fixed by the gyro can be any
direction within 360° relative to the steering axis controlled
by the gyro.
Steering servo Steering servo
Link the servo in accordance with the kit instruction man-
ual. Adjust the linkage rod so that the trim amount is as
small as possible.
When using S.BUS servo, initialize a parameter.
Make the servo operating range as wide as possible.
Make the numerical value of EPA (ATV) equally in left and
right.
S.BUS Connecting the GYD470 S.BUS Connecting the GYD470
S.BUS Receiver
Gyro gain CH3
Extension cord
Steering CH1
GYD470
Steering servo
Mounting to Chassis Mounting to Chassis
wiring loose and bundle it with the included nylon strap so
that it will not interfere with the rod.
Included sponge
sensor tape
Degrease
and stick
It is possible when using the S.BUS setting compatible
transmitter to change the servo to "SR Mode" and improve
the servo response. If the servo can't be changed to SR
mode, do not set the TX to SR mode.
S.BUS/S.BUS2 port
S.BUS CH
Steering --- 1CH
Gyro gain --- 3CH
In S.BUS
connection, the
port 2 is not
connected.
Remote gain is still
effective.
GYD470
Gyro
Horizontal plane
Flat surface of the chassis where the sensor
tape sticks easily. Mount the gyro level so
that it is not tilted relative to the chassis.
SR mode SR mode
Not compatible with UR mode