Digital proportional radio control system (189 pages)
Summary of Contents for FUTABA T6PV
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SHORT MANUAL This manual is a simplified version. Detailed of each function are not described. Refer to your countries distributor website for the full manual and update contents download. https:/futabausa.com (https://www.rc.futaba.co.jp) 1M23N40702...
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OUTSIDE NORTH AMERICA Please contact the 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.
Please adjust the receiver settings on the transmitter according to the servo you are using and its operating mode (UR/SR/digital/ analog). (For each channel) If the settings are not correct, it may damage the servo, battery, etc.. Please use Futaba genuine products as Futaba won't cover the damage caused by using other brand servos or peripherals such as extension cable, etc..
Never insert or remove the charger while your hands are wet. You may get an electric shock. Do not use the T6PV 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.
Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed controller), 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 specified in the in- struction manual and catalog.
This function allows you to change the parameters -LiFe/LiPo battery can be used of our car gyro wirelessly from the T6PV main unit. The optional LiFe/ LiPo battery can be used as the * Compatible gyro: GYD550 (as of November 2024) transmitter power supply.
Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed controls), 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 specified in the in- struction manual and catalog.
Brake lever re- Trigger slide LiPo charge LED Charging port for LiPo placement screw mounting screw Used when using the optional LiPo battery. There is no charging port for LiFe/NiMH batteries. Remove the battery from the T6PV to charge it.
Power & Display Switch The power switch and display switch are push switches. When the power switch (PWR) is held down, operation starts by transmitting radio waves. When the display switch (DSP) is held down, the transmitter side data can be checked and set. When the power is turned off, if the power switch or display Power &...
Power Off Forgotten Alarm & Auto Power Off When leave the transmitter without any operation of steering wheel, throttle trig- ger, push switch, edit button, or other operation 10 minutes, the audible alarm will sound and the message "Warning: Auto power off" will appear. If any operation given within 5 minutes from the warning the alarm is reset.
Digital Trim Operation (Initial settings: DT1: Steering trim, DT2: Throttle trim, DT3: Channel 3, DT4: Channel 4, DT5: Steering D/R, DT6: ATL-Brake rate) Operating by the trim: Push the trim lever to the left or right (up or down). The cur- rent position is displayed on the LCD screen.
Trim/Dial Lock T6PV setup and operation by digital trim DT1, DT2, DT3, DT4, DT5 and DT6 and dials DL1 can be prohibited. Setting When the END button is pressed for about 1 second on the initial screen, a confirma- tion beep sounds and the trim/dial lock sign appears on the screen.
Wheel & Trigger Tension Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to change the wheel or trigger spring’s tension. Adjustment Using hex wrench, adjust the wheel spring tension by turning the screw in- side the adjusting hole. - The spring is set to the weakest ten- sion at the factory.
SW: Push switch DL: Dial The position of various switches. The assignment of each function can be changed for T6PV. SW3/DL1 Optional Grip Rubber Change the thickness of the grip by replacing it with the optional grip rubber for the T10PX.
Battery Replacement Method Load the four batteries in accordance with the polarity markings on the battery holder. Battery Replacement Method Remove the battery cover from the Slide battery cover while pressing here. transmitter by sliding it in the direction of the arrow in the figure. Remove the used batteries.
When Using The Optional Battery When using an optional rechargeable battery, replace the battery as described below. -Always use the optional FT2F1100B(V2), FT2F1700B(V2), FT2F2100B, HT5F1800 or LT- 2F2000B rechargeable battery. *Products for Europe cannot use NiMH / LiFe batteries. -The type of battery used must be selected through the system setting. -When the transmitter will not be used for a long time, remove the battery.
When Charging For The Optional LiPo Battery To charge the battery, connect a type C USB cable to the Futaba optional USB AC adapter or a commercially available USB AC adapter (USB-A type 5 V-2 A) from the LiPo dedicated charging port.
Steering Wheel Arrangement Changing the wheel position Angle can be adjusted ● ● The angle can be finely adjusted by ad- The wheel position can be offset by justing the steering wheel unit installa- using the accessory APA(Adjustable tion. Positioning Adaptor) wheel position [7.5 °...
Exchange procedure to wheel adaptor 32 deg and large diameter wheel The operating angle of the wheel can be adjusted The operating angle of the wheel can be changed from 34 deg to 32 deg by install- ing the 32 deg wheel adjuster. If you install the 32 deg wheel adapter, be sure to adjust the scale of the steering channel accordingly by using the "Calibration Function (System menu)".
Installing the accessory APA steering wheel offset adapter - Obtain hex wrench./ Remove the battery. Remove the 2 steering unit mounting screws (M3x12 screw). (Using a hex wrench.) M3×12 Remove the 2 mounting screws com- pletely from the transmitter body. M3×12 Gently remove the steering unit, without pulling excessively on the wiring.
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Pass the wiring from the wheel unit through the hole in the APA parts and M2×10 steering housing as shown in the figure. M2×10 APA uses the inside holes. The mounting M2×10 angle in the direction Normal of rotation can be screw adjusted.
Angle Spacer The wheel mounting angle can be changed by using the optional angle spacer 5°. - The angle spacer use the included four M2x5 mm hex screws. - Obtain hex wrench./ Remove the battery. - The length of the screws used at each part differs. When reassembling the steering wheel unit, always use the specified screws.
This is not an issue but please keep this symptom in mind, especially when setting-up. microSD port Rotating the antenna 90 ° reveals a microSD T6PV model data and telemetry log data can be port. saved by using a commercial microSD card. When T6PV software updates are released, the microSD card can also be used to make the update.
Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specified performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addi- tion, it may cause trouble with servos and other equipment. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combi-...
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. The figure shown below is an example. The method of connecting the electronic speed controller to the motor and battery depends on the motor controller used.
Installation Safety Precautions Warning Receiver (receiver antenna) Do not cut or bundle the receiver antenna wire.(R404SBS) Do not bundle the receiver antenna wire together with the ESC lead wire.(R404SBS) Keep the receiver antenna at least 1 cm away from motor, battery, and other wiring carrying heavy current. Do not use a metal receiver antenna holder on a plate made of metal, carbon, or other conductive material.
Screw Damper Eyelet (or) Mechanical plate Nut (as required) When installing the servo, always install the accessory rubber grommet and grommet flush against the servo. A vibration-damping effect is not obtained if the rubber grommet and grommet are not installed correctly. Warning Servo Throw Operate each servo over its full stroke and be sure the linkage does not bind or come loose.
Basic Operations Menu Selection This section explains how to operate the basic screens. The jog keys and DIR/END buttons are used to operate the screens. *You can return to the home screen from each screen by pressing and holding the END button.
Value Of Each Function And Changing The Set Value On the setting screen for each function, to increase or decrease the data value, se- lect the item with the jog key and press the [+] or [-] button to set. Pressing the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously will return to the initial value.
Futaba Service Center. When a screen is displayed at the "DSP" side, "Display" is displayed. *Since the R404SBS(E) receiver supplied with the T6PV set uses the F-4G system, T6PV receiver setup must be set to F-4G.
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Bring the transmitter and receiver within 50 cm of each other (antennas do not touch) and turn on the receiver power. Select [Link] on the transmitter T6PV screen, you will hear a chime sound and T6PV will enter the link mode for 20 seconds.
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This ends reading of mutual ID and displays the memorized receiver ID number on the T6PV screen. Power cycle the receiver. If the "Receiver not found" error screen is displayed, linking failed. Check the set contents and repeat the linking operation.
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