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  • Page 1 NSTRUCTION ANUAL 1M23N20721...
  • Page 2 Prior approval of the appropriate government authorities may be required. 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.
  • Page 3 • 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 clarifica- tions should be made.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others ......8 Explanation of Symbols ..............8 2.4GHz System Precautions ............8 High Speed Mode Precautions .............8 Operation Precautions ..............9 Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Handling Precautions ......10 Storage and Disposal Precautions ..........11 Other Precautions ...............11 Before Using ..............12 Features ..................12 Set Contents ................14...
  • Page 5 Installation ................31 Receiver and Servo Connections ..........31 Installation Safety Precautions ..........32 For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others Initial Set-Up ...............35 Preparations (Transmitter) ............35 Before Using Function Map ..............38 Menu Selection ................38 Function Menu Screen .............38 Menu Screen ................39 Installation Custom Menu ................40 Direct Selection ................42...
  • Page 6 Model memory name set/modify, username set/modify Model Copy "M-COP" ..............110 Model memory copy Model Reset "M-RES" ..............112 Model memory reset Menu Type Select ..............113 Function menu type selection ESC Link Function "MCLNK" ..........114 Special function, Futaba ESC (MC960CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR...etc.)
  • Page 7 System Functions "SYSTM" ............122 Battery type setting Liquid crystal screen backlighting display mode setup Setting of ON time For Your Safety Liquid crystal screen contrast adjustment As Well As Buzzer sound tone adjustment That Of Others Pilot lamp display color setup Initial screen display mode setting Second condition setting The power off forgotten alarm setting...

  • Page 8: For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others

    Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specified performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addition, it may cause servo trouble. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combination with the products of other companies.

  • Page 9: Operation Precautions

    Operation Precautions  Warning  Do not operate outdoors on rainy days, run through puddles of water or use when visibility is limited. Should any type of moisture (water or snow) enter any component of the system, erratic operation and loss of control may occur.

  • Page 10: Ni-Mh/Ni-Cd Battery Handling Precautions

    Caution (Fail safe function)  Before running (cruising), check the fail safe function. Check Method; Before starting the engine, check the fail safe function as follows: 1) Turn on the transmitter and receiver power switches. 2) Wait at least one minute, then turn off the transmitter power switch. (The transmitter automatically transfers the fail safe data to the receiver every minute.) 3) Check if the fail safe function moves the servos to the preset position when reception fails.

  • Page 11: Storage And Disposal Precautions

     Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed con- trols), Ni-MH/Ni-Cd 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 speci- fied in the instruction manual and catalog.

  • Page 12: Before Using

    ESC at the front and rear are controlled independently. -Gyro mixing (GYRO MIX) The sensitivity of Futaba car rate gyros can be adjusted from the T4PKSR. -CPS-1 mixing (CPS MIX) LED lighting and flashing control using our CPS-1 channel power switch can be matched to steering and throttle operation by switch only.

  • Page 13: Mechanical Atl Adjustment

    This is a dedicated function which allows setting of the contents of the Link software which makes possible Futaba speed controller (ESC), MC960CR, MC950CR, MC850C, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR, etc. variable frequency and other data changes by PC at the T4PKSR.

  • Page 14: Set Contents

     Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed con- trols), Ni-MH(Ni-Cd) 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 speci- fied in the instruction manual and catalog.

  • Page 15: Transmittert4Pksr

    Transmitter T4PKSR Nomenclature Antenna Push switch 3 (PS3) Digital Dial 3 (DL3) LCD screen Digital Trim1 (DT1) (default steering trim) Steering wheel Power&Display switch Edit buttons Digital Trim 2 (DT2) (default throttle trim) Digital Dial 1 (DL1) (default dual rate) Push switch 2 (PS2) Digital Dial 2 (DL2) (default ATL)

  • Page 16: Power & Display Switch

    Power & Display Switch The power switch and display switch of the T4PKSR are integrated. In the PWR ON mode, radio waves are transmitted and in the DISP ON mode, model data, settings can be checked without transmitting radio waves. PWR ON Radio waves are being transmitted...

  • Page 17: Digital Trim Operation

    Digital Trim Operation (Initial settings: DT1: Steering trim, DT2: Throttle trim, DT3: -------) Digital trims can be used in 2 ways: Operating by the lever: Push the lever to the left or right (up or down) Operating by push button switch: Press the push button switch in the desired direction. The current position is displayed on the LCD screen in the bottom three rows of the list.

  • Page 18: Mechanical Atl Adjustment

    Mechanical ATL Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to decrease the stroke of the brake (back) side of the throttle trigger for operation feel. Adjustment Using a 2.5mm hex wrench, adjust the trigger brake (reverse) stroke. (The screw moves the throttle trigger stopper.) •...

  • Page 19: Trigger Slide Adjustment

    Trigger slide adjusting screw Ni-MH Battery Replacement The Ni-MH battery is connected by a Futaba J connector so that it can be removed when you will not be using the transmitter for a long time, or when replacing a dead battery with a spare battery.

  • Page 20: Charging The Ht5F1700B Battery

    T h e H T 5 F 1 7 0 0 B i s 5 - c e l l s , s o , w h e n c h a rg i n g t h e HT5F1700B battery with Futaba CR-2000 charger, you have to use the RX output side.

  • Page 21: Grip Vibrator

    NiMH5 LiFe2. (See page 110, for a detailed description of the battery types.) User name display When the (END) button is held down for 1 second or longer at the initial screen, the Futaba logo and user name are displayed for about 2 seconds.

  • Page 22: Edit Button Lock And Trim/Dial Lock

    Edit button lock and trim/dial lock T4PKSR setup and operation by edit button (p.15) and digital trim DT1, DT2, and DT3 and dials DL1, DL2, and DL3 can be prohibited. Setting Edit button lock: When the (+) button is pressed for about 1 second at the initial screen, a confirmation beep is generated and the edit button lock display appears on the screen.

  • Page 23: Changing Wheel Position And Modifying For Left-Hand Use

    Changing wheel position and modifying for left-hand use Changing the wheel position Modifying for left-hand use The wheel position can be offset by using the The wheel section left and right installa- accessory APA wheel position offset adapter. tion direction can be reversed. (See page 24 for the modification method.) (See page 26 for the modification method.) Angle can be adjusted...
  • Page 24 Remove the steering wheel unit. •Be careful not to stretch the wiring. Disconnect the steering wheel unit connector. Wheel unit Installing the accessory APA steering wheel offset adapter • Obtain 2.0 and 2.5mm hex wrenchs.. • Install the steering wheel unit, removed as described on the preceding page, as follows: •...
  • Page 25 Pull out the wiring as far as possible from between the wheel unit and APA. Stow the surplus pulled out wiring in the transmitter. •Be careful not to stretch the wiring. Stow the surplus wiring here. Install the assembled wheel unit and APA to the transmitter using the screw supplied.
  • Page 26 Modifying for left-hand use • Obtain 2.0 and 2.5mm hex wrenchs. • Install the steering wheel unit removed as described on the preceding page as follows: Remove the wheel section rear cover . • The rear cover can be easily removed by in- serting a coin, etc.

  • Page 27: Installing The Accessoryneck Strap Hook

    Installing the accessory neck strap hook A hook can be installed to the T4PKSR, as required. The hook is in the hook and APA mounting screws bag supplied with the set. • Obtain a 2.5mm hex wrenchs. • Pull up the grip rubber. Pull up the bottom of the grip rub- ber as shown in the figure.

  • Page 28: About Transmitter Antenna And Receiver

    About Transmitter Antenna and Receiver About The Transmitter Antenna Adjust the antenna verti- Antenna cally to the ground. Antenna Moving Range  Warning  Adjust the antenna vertically to the ground. Otherwise, the operating range may become shorter.  Never hold only the antenna. Hold the grip handle.

  • Page 29: Receiver Nomenclature

    Receiver Terminology Connectors Tactile switch/LED Antenna Coaxial cable :CH4 servo(CH4) :CH3 servo(CH3) :Throttle servo(CH2) :Steering servo(CH1) :Power connector/DSC connector How to link the transmitter and the receiver Each transmitter has an individually assigned, unique ID code. In order to start opera- tion, the receiver must be linked with the ID code of the transmitter to which it is being paired.

  • Page 30: Receiver Installation

    Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specified performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addition, it may cause trouble with servos and other equipment. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combination with the products of other companies.

  • Page 31: Installation

    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 motor controller to the motor and battery depends on the motor controller used.

  • Page 32: Installation Safety Precautions

    Installation Safety Precautions  Warning Receiver (receiver antenna)  Do not cut or bundle the receiver antenna wire.  Do not bundle the receiver antenna wire together with the motor controller lead wire.  Keep the receiver antenna wire at least 1cm 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.

  • Page 33: Servo Installation

     Warning Connector Connections  Be sure the receiver, servo, battery and connectors are fully and firmly connected. If vibration from the model causes a connector to work loose while the model is in operation, you may lose control . Servo Installation  When you install the servos, always use the rubber grommets provided in servo hardware bags.
  • Page 34  Warning Electronic Speed Control  Install the heat sinks where they will not come in contact with aluminum, carbon fiber or other parts that conduct electricity. If the FET Amp (Electronic speed control) heat sinks touch other materials that conduct electricity a short circuit could occur.

  • Page 35: Initial Set-Up

    2.Rx Type Check The T4PKSR transmitter can use the Futaba 2.4GHZ R603FS/FF. However, there are two types of Futaba 2.4GHz receivers for vehicles: "C1" type and "C2" type. The R603FS and 603FF are "C1" type. The R614FF supplied with the 4PKS set as standard is the "C2" type. Check that the set- ting matches the receiver being used.
  • Page 36 3. Servo Response Mode Check Check that the servo response setting matches the servo be- ing used. When using a digital servo (including BLS Series brushless servo), both HIGH SPEED and NORMAL can be used. When an analog servo is used, HIGH SPEED cannot be used;...
  • Page 37 - Steering dual rate (DL1) check Steering dual rate At initial set-up, steering dual rate (D/R) is assigned to DL1 dial, at the grip of the transmitter. Operate the DL1 and check if the D/R value displayed on the screen changes. After checking ST.D/R, set the steering dual rate to 100%.

  • Page 38: Function Map

    Function Map Menu Selection The function set-up screen can be easily selected from the function menu displayed on the LCD screen. The function menu can be selected from among the following 4 types to match the level of use. To select the type, use the Menu type select function (page 113). -Level 1 (LEVEL1) : Basic functions only -Level 2 (LEVEL2) : For middle class driver -Big car(BIGCAR)

  • Page 39: Menu Screen

    Menu Screen The menu screen displays 18 items on 3 rows and 6 lines on one page and displays up to 36 items on 2 pages designated MENU1 and MENU2. A menu screen matched to the When the cursor is in a position without Menu No.

  • Page 40: Custom Menu

    Custom Menu A menu matched to the purpose (custom menu) can be created by using the menu cus- tomize function. A different menu can be created for each model memory. In addition, custom menus can be copied to other models by using menu copy of the model copy function (p.110).
  • Page 41 Customizing all functions. In addition to the menu types shown page 38, there is ALL- OFF. It is convenient when customizing all functions. (Opening Screen) Call the menu screen from the initial screen by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation. On the MENU1 screen, move the cursor to "*MENU-T"...

  • Page 42: Direct Selection

    Direct Selection The Direct Selection allows instant access to the six functions most frequently used. The function set-up screen can be directly and quickly called with the special buttons for each of the eight functions. They can be freely selected by pressing "Direct Selection Button"...
  • Page 43 Direct Customize With the T4PKSR, your favorite direct call matched to the purpose can be assigned to the edit buttons by using the direct customize function. Direct call lets you create a different menu for each model memory. Direct call assigned to each edit button can also be copied to other models by using menu copy of the model copy function (p.110).

  • Page 44: List Of Functions By Menu Type

    List of functions by menu type Function LEVEL1 LEVEL2 BIGCAR LEVEL3 Function abbreviation (Initial setting) STEXP STSPD THEXP THSPD A.B.S ACCEL START BRAKE IDLUP TIMER LAP-L P-MIX S-MIX BOAT SUBTR * M-SEL * M-RES M-COP NAME DIAL SWTCH CH3/4 RXSYS * MENU-T SYSTM DTTRN...

  • Page 45: Function List

    Function list Function Page Function Description of function abbreviation P-49 End point adjustment STEXP Steering curve adjustment P-56 STSPD P-61 Steering servo delay THEXP P-57 Throttle curve adjustment THSPD P-63 Throttle servo delay A.B.S Pumping brake P-69 ACCEL P-52 Function which adjusts the rise characteristic from the throttle neutral position START P-66 Throttle preset at start function/ engine cut off by switch...

  • Page 46: Functions

    Receiver Type / Servo Response Mode "RXSYS" Receiver There are two types of Futaba 2.4GHz FASST receivers for cars depending on the sys- tem differences: C1 type and C2 type. The R603FS/FF are C1 type and the R614FS / FF-E supplied with the 4PKSR set as standard is C2 type. For the R603FS/FF set RX TYPE to "FASST-C1".

  • Page 47: Servo Reverse "Rev

    Servo Reverse "REV" (All channel) This function reverses the direction of operation of the servos related to transmitter steering, throttle, channel 3, and channel 4 operation. However, when the position set by trim or subtrim shifts from the center, the center becomes the opposite side. Calling the setup screen •Select the setting item by *Calling from menu screen...

  • Page 48: Subtrim "Subtr

    Subtrim "SUBTR" (All channel) Use this function to adjust the neutral position of the steering, throttle, channel 3 and channel 4 servos. 90deg *Subtrim adjusts the entire range of the servo in the set direction. Use to adjust the neutral position Calling the setup screen •Select the setting item by *Calling from menu screen...

  • Page 49: End Point Adjuster "Epa

    End Point Adjuster "EPA" (All channel) Use this when performing left and right end point adjustments, throttle high side/ brake side operation amount adjustment, channel 3 and channel 4 servo up side/ down side operation amount adjustment during linkage. - Correct the maximum steering angle for left and right steering angles when there is a difference in the turning radius due to the characteristics, etc.
  • Page 50 Calling the setup screen Setting item (channel and direction) •Select the setting item by *Calling from menu screen button ST-LFT :Steering (left side) (Opening Screen) ST-RGT :Steering (right side) * b l i n k s a t t h e c u r r e n t Menu screen call TH-FWD :Throttle (foward side) setup item.
  • Page 51 Throttle (EPA) adjustment 100% (Preparation) - Before setting the throttle end point adjustment (EPA), set the throttle ATL dial (initial setup: DL2) to the maximum throttle angle position 100%. - Select the setting item "TH-FWD" by (JOG) button up or down operation and make the following adjustments: Throttle (forward side) adjustment Adjust button...

  • Page 52: Throttle Acceleration "Accel

    Throttle Acceleration "ACCEL" (Throttle system) The servo will jump to the input position at its maximum possible speed. Unlike expo- nential, which adjusts the whole throttle movement into a curve, throttle acceleration simply "jumps" away from neutral and then leaves the remaining response linear. Operation - Operation near the throt- 100%...
  • Page 53 Throttle acceleration adjustment Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) but- (Preparation) tons. - Return to the initial value "0" by - Select the setting item "FWRD" by (JOG) button up or down pressing the (+) and (-) buttons operation and make the following adjustments: simultaneously for about 1 sec- ond.

  • Page 54: Fail Safe/Battery Fail Safe Function "F/S

    Fail Safe/Battery Fail Safe Function "F/S" (All channel) Fail Safe Mode (F/S) This function moves each servo to a preset position when the receiver cannot receive the signals from the transmitter for some reason. -When "Rx Type"(p.46) is set "FASST-C1" and "Servo Response"(p.46) is "NORMAL", the setting fail safe (F/S) is only throttle (TH).
  • Page 55 Fail safe mode selection Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or (Preparation) down operation. - Select the channel to be set by (JOG) button operation. F/S mode selection (Mode selection) - Select with the (+) or (-) but- Select the mode by (+) or (-) button.

  • Page 56: Steering Exponential "Stexp

    Steering EXP "STEXP" (Steering system) This function is used to change the sensitivity of the steering servo around the neutral position. 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 57: Steering Operation Curve Adjustment Throttle Exponential "Thexp

    Throttle EXP "THEXP" (Throttle system) This function makes the throttle high side and brake side direction servo operation quicker or milder. It has no effect on the servo maximum operation amount. For the high side, selection from among three kinds of curves (EXP/VTR/CRV) is also possible.
  • Page 58 Adjustment method for EXP curve (Preparation) Curve type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) but- - With the jog dial, move the blinking cursor up or down to select "FWD- tons. TYP". With the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons, select EXP. - With the jog dial, move the blinking cursor up or down to select "RATE"...
  • Page 59 Adjustment method for VTR curve (Preparation) Curve type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) but- - With the jog dial, move the blinking cursor up or down to select "FWD- tons. TYP". Use the plus (+) or minus (-) keys to select "VTR". - With the jog dial, move the blinking cursor up or down to select "RATE"...

  • Page 60: Throttle Curve Adjustment

    Adjustment method for VTR curve (Preparation) Curve type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) but- - Select "CRV" at setup item "FWD-TYP". tons. Point in current setup Setup items A ve r t i c a l c u r s o r l i n e t h a t 1:~5 :Curve points 1~5 shows the point in the current...

  • Page 61: Steering Speed "Stspd

    Steering Speed "STSPD" (Steering system) Quick steering operation will cause momentary understeering, loss of speed, or spinning. This function is effective in such cases. Spin Smooth cornering Understeering Without "STSPD" With "STSPD" Operation - This function limits the maximum speed of the steering servo. (Delay function) - T he st e e r i ng sp e e d whe n the steering wheel is operated (TURN direction) and returned...
  • Page 62 Steering Speed adjustment Setup item selection (Preparation) - Select by (JOG) button up or - Select the setting item "TURN" by (JOG) button up or down down operation. operation, and make the following adjustments: "TURN" direction adjustment Use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the delay amount.

  • Page 63: Throttle Speed "Thspd

    Throttle Speed "THSPD" (Throttle system) Sudden throttle trigger operation on a slippery road only causes the wheels to spin and the ve- hicle cannot accelerate smoothly. Setting the With "THSPD": Quick start without skidding throttle speed function reduces wasteful battery consumption while at the same time permitting smooth, enjoyable operation.
  • Page 64 Adjustment method for 1 SPEED (Preparation) Speed type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) but- - Select the setting item "MODE" by (JOG) button up or down tons. operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "1 SPEED". Setting item MODE :Speed type selection When a value of 99 or less is...
  • Page 65 Adjustment method for 3 SPEED Speed type Select button (Preparation) - Select with the (+) or (-) but- - Select the setting item "MODE" by (JOG) button up or down tons. operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "3 SPEED". When a value of 99 or less is set at either LOW or HIGH, the dis- Setting item...

  • Page 66: Start Function, Engine Cut "Start

    Start Function, Engine Cut "START" (Throttle system) When the throttle trigger is set to full throttle simultaneously with starting when the track is slippery, the car wheels will spin and the car will not accelerate smoothly. When the Start function is activated, merely operating the throttle trigger slowly causes the throttle servo to automatically switch from the set throttle position to a preset point so that the tires do not lose their grip and the car accelerates smoothly.
  • Page 67 Start function adjustment Setup item selection (Preparation) - Select by (JOG) button up or - Select the setting item "MODE" by (JOG) button up or down down operation. operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "AT&SW". - Select setup item "TG.P" and make the following adjustments. When the trigger is moved to the HI side, and the trigger position Setup items...
  • Page 68 Engine Cut function adjustment Setup item selection (Preparation) - Select by (JOG) button up or - Use the function select switch to select the switch. down operation. Setup items PRST : Preset position MODE : Function selection Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation.

  • Page 69: A.b.s. Function "A.b.s

    A.B.S. Function "A.B.S" (Throttle system) When the brakes are applied while cornering with a 4 Wheel Drive or other type of vehicle, understeer may occur. The gen- eration of understeer can be eliminated and corners can be smoothly cleared by using this function. Operation - When the brakes are applied, the throttle servo will pulse Without A.B.S.
  • Page 70 - ABP : Amount of brake return A.B.S Sets the rate at which the ser- DTY (duty): X and Y ratio vo returns versus trigger oper- Y: (Brake return time) X: (Brake application time) ation for brake release. When set to 0%, the ABS function TGP (Trigger point) (Amount of is not performed.
  • Page 71 A.B.S function adjustment Setup item selection (Function ON/OFF) - Select by (JOG) button up, Select the setting item "MODE" by (JOG) button up, down, down, left or right operation. left or right operation. Set the function to the active state by Adjustment buttons pressing the (+) or (-) button.
  • Page 72 (Cycle duty ratio setup) Select setting item "DTY" by (JOG) button up, down, left Duty ratio (DTY) or right operation. Use the -3 ~ 0 ~ +3 Y: (Brake return time Initial value: 0 (+) or (-) button to adjust the duty ratio.
  • Page 73 Fail Safe Unit When the T4PKSR 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. The reason for this is that the FSU-1 responds to sudden data changes caused by A.B.S.

  • Page 74: Brake Mixing "Brake

    Brake Mixing "BRAKE" (Throttle, 3rd channel system) This function is used when the front and rear brakes must be adjusted independently such as a 1/5 scale GP car. This mixing uses the 2nd CH for the rear brakes and the 3rd or 4th CH for the front brakes, or controls the front brakes with the 3rd CH and 4th CH servos, or controls the 2nd CH by independent throttle and controls the rear and front brakes with the 3rd CH and 4th CH.
  • Page 75 Calling the setup screen •Select the setting item by *Calling from menu screen button (Opening Screen) * b l i n k s a t t h e c u r r e n t Menu screen call setup item. button MENU 1 * When set to BRK-MODE "ACT"...
  • Page 76 Brake mixing adjustment Setup item selection (Function ON/OFF) - Select by (JOG) button up, down, left or right operation. Select the setting items "BRK-MODE(CH3)" or "(CH4)" by Adjustment buttons (JOG) button up, down, left or right operation. Set the func- - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to tion to the active state by pressing the (+) or (-) button.
  • Page 77 (Steering mixing) Use this function when you want to weaken the front brakes when steering was operated. Select the setting item "STM- LFT" or "STM-RGT" by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right Brake rate (STM-LFT/STM-RGT) 0 ~ 100 operation. Use the (+) or (-) Initial value:100 bu t t o n t o a d j u s t t h e b ra ke amount.

  • Page 78: Boat Mode "Boat

    Boat Mode "BOAT" (Steering, Throttle system) Shutting off brake side operation When brake side operation is unnecessary with a boat, etc., it can be shut off. Tilt mixing Tilt mixing uses an outboard engine and applies bidirectional mixing from rudder (steering) to channel 3 and from channel 3 to rudder so that with a boat, rudder opera- tion and tilt mixing operation can be performed by 2 servos.
  • Page 79 Tilt mixing adjustment (Preparation) Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to - Use the function select dial function to select the 3rd channel make adjustments. operation dial. (page 98) - Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx.

  • Page 80: Throttle Mode "Thmod

    ON/OFF switch is necessary. Neutral brake, which applies the brakes at the throttle trigger neutral position, can be set. However, for Futaba speed controller (ESC) MC960CR, MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR, etc, considering safety, when the neutral position is not confirmed, the set will not enter the operation mode to prevent the motor from rotating instantly when the power is turned on.

  • Page 81: Neutral Brake Function

    Neutral Brake function adjustment (Preparation) - Use the function select switch function to select the switch. (page96) (Neutral brake rate) Select the setting item "NT-BRK" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the neutral brake rate.

  • Page 82: Idle-Up "Idlup

    Idle-Up "IDLUP" (Throttle system) This is a function select switch function. The idle-up function ON/OFF switch must be set. (Page 96) It is used to improve engine starting performance by raising the idling speed when the engine of a gasoline car (boat) is started. This function is also effective when you want to prevent braking when the power was turned off during running due to the effect of gear ratio setting and the motor used with a motor car.

  • Page 83: Programmable Mixes 1/2 "P-Mix

    Programmable Mixes (1, 2 ) "P-MIX" (All channels) These functions allow you to apply mixing between the steering, throttle, channel 3 and channel 4. Two programmable mixing systems can be used. The programmable mixing 1 and pro- grammable mixing 2 set-up screens are independent. Additional Functions -When the steering or throttle channel is the master channel (channel that applies mix- ing), trim data can be added.
  • Page 84 Program mixing adjustment (Preparation) Switch PRG MIX1 : Program mixing 1 - Use the function select switch function (page 96) to select the PRG MIX2 : Program mixing 2 switch. (as desired) Setup item selection - Select the "PROG MIX" by (JOG) button up or down operation, - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation.
  • Page 85 right operation, and use the (+) or (-) button to select the Mixing mode (MXD) OFF, MIX mixing mode. Initial value: OFF "OFF" :Mixing proportional to master channel operation. "MIX" :Mixing by master channel another function considered. (Trim mode setup) Trim mode (TRM) Select setup item "TRM"...

  • Page 86: Special Mixing "S-Mix

    Futaba car rate gyro from the transmitter, CPS-1 mixing that controls the Futaba CPS-1 power switch, and other special mixing functions can set by special mixing (S-MIX) function.
  • Page 87 Calling the setup screen •MIX selected by (JOG) button. •Select the setting item by *Calling from menu screen button *Selected MIX is reverse displayed. (Opening Screen) * b l i n k s a t t h e c u r r e n t Menu screen call setup item.

  • Page 88: 4Ws Mixing " Aws Mix

    4WS Mixing "4WS MIX" This function can be used with crawlers and other 4WS type vehicles. It is mixing that uses the 1st CH to control front side steering and the 3rd CH to control rear side steer- ing. OFF (front side only), reverse phase, same phase, rear side only, and other 4WS type switching is used by selecting PS1 or PS2 with the function select function (p.96).
  • Page 89 4WS mixing adjustment (Preparation) Since this function is used by switching the type of 4WS with a switch, the switch used by the function select switch func- tion (p.96) is set. (4WS type selection) Function ON/OFF (MODE) Operate the (JOG) button up and down and select the set- OFF, 2TYP, 3TYP, 4TYP ting item "MODE".

  • Page 90: Dual Esc Mixing "Dual Esc

    Dual ESC Mixing "DUAL ESC" This function is mixing used with crawlers and other 4WD type vehicles and uses the 2nd CH to control the front motor controller and the 4th CH to control the rear motor controller. The switch which switches drive among front side only, rear side only, and both front side and rear side (4WD) is set from among DT1, 2, 3, 4, DL1, 2, 3 by the function dial function (p.98).
  • Page 91 As this function drives 2 separate motor controllers simultaneously, a mutual load is applied. Use this function carefully so that the motor controllers are not damaged. Futaba will not be responsible for motor controller, motor, and other vehicle trouble due to use of this function.

  • Page 92: Gyro Mixing "Ryro Mix

    Gyro Mixing "GYRO MIX" This function is a remote gain function which adjusts the sensitivity of the Futaba car rate gyro at the T4PKSR side, and is mixing that uses the 3rd CH to adjust the gyro sen- sitivity. When using the 4PKRS by switching the AVCS and normal modes use PS1, PS2 or PS3 with the function select switch function (p.96).
  • Page 93 Gyro mixing adjustment (Preparation) ・Refer to the gyro instruction manual and connect the gyro to the receiver. When using remote gain, connect gyro sensi- tivity adjustment to the 3rd CH of the receiver. Switch setting ・When using gyro mixing by switching between the NORM When using push switch PS1 (normal) and AVCS modes, use the function select switch or PS2 set the switch operation...

  • Page 94: Cps-1 Mixing "Cps Mix

    CPS-1 Mixing "CPS MIX" This function controls the Futaba CPS-1 channel power switch. Normally, when using the CPS-1 unit to light the vehicle dress-up and other illumination (LED) the CPS-1 unit with LED connected is connected to a vacant switch channel and the LED are turned on and off by switch while the vehicle is running.
  • Page 95 Control system setup) Operate the (JOG) button up and down and select the set- ting item "CTRL". Press the (+) or (-) button and select the function. "INH" : Function OFF "CH4 FUNC" : ON/OFF by switch set at the 4th CH "STRNT"...

  • Page 96: Function Select Switch "Swtch

    Function Select Switch "SWTCH" This function allows selection of the function to be performed by the switches (PS1/PS2/PS3) and setting of the direction, etc. of operation. -The table to the right shows the functions that can be assigned to each push switch. -PS1 and PS2 can be made alternate operation (ON/OFF switched each time SW pressed).
  • Page 97 Set table functions (SW1/SW2/SW3) Abbreviation used on setup screen Function name, etc PRESET Start function /Preset (Engine cut) NT-BRAKE Neutral brake function ON/OFF A.B.S.CH2 A.B.S function (2CH)ON/OFF A.B.S.CH3,CH4 A.B.S function (3CH,4CH)ON/OFF 2ND COND 2nd condition function ON/OFF IDLE-UP Idle up function ON/OFF PROG MIX1 Program mixing1 function ON/OFF PROG MIX2...

  • Page 98: Function Select Dial "Dial

    Function Select Dial "DIAL" This function allows selection of the function performed by the digital dial (DL1/DL2/ DL3) and digital trimmers (DT1/DT2/DT3), step amount adjustment, and operating di- rection reversal. - The table below lists the functions that can be assigned to each dial and digital trimmer. The assigned function is also displayed on the opening screen together with the current ad- justment value.
  • Page 99 Relationship between set value Set table functions (DL1/DL2/DL3, DT1/DT2/DT3) and step amount Abbrevia- Abbreviation tion used on displayed on Function name, etc (Setting range: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, setup screen opening screen 50, 100, 2PS) (D/R) Dual rate function -Steering trim/throttle trim (ATL) ATL function...

  • Page 100: Timer Function "Timer

    Timer Function "TIMER" Use the timer by selecting one of the four timers UP TIMER, DOWN TIMER, LAP TIMER and LAP NAVIGATE timer. UP TIMER function - The UP TIMER can be used to count the time between start and stop, etc. - The timer repeatedly starts and stops each time the switch is operated and accumulates the time between each start and stop.

  • Page 101: Lap Timer

    LAP TIMER LAP TIMER function - The LAP TIMER can memorize each lap time of each switch operation. (98 laps) - The race time can be set. Switch operation after the set time by alarm has elapsed automatically stops the timer.. Prealarm can also be set.
  • Page 102 Calling the setup screen •Select the setting item by •Select the setting item by button *Calling from menu screen button (Opening Screen) * blinks at the current setup item. * b l i n k s a t t h e c u r r e n t Menu screen call setup item.
  • Page 103 Using the up timer (Preparation) Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to Select the setting item "TYPE" by (JOG) button up or down make adjustments. operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "UP TIMER". - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx.
  • Page 104 Using the fuel down timer (Preparation) Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to Select the setting item "TYPE" by (JOG) button up or down make adjustments. operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "FUEL DOWN - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx.
  • Page 105 Using the Lap timer (Preparation) Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to Select the setting item "TYPE" by (JOG) button up or down make adjustments. operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "LAP MEMO- - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx.
  • Page 106 Using the navigate timer (Preparation) Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to Select the setting item "TYPE" by (JOG) button up or down make adjustments. operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "NAVIGATE". - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx.

  • Page 107: Lap List "Lap-L

    Lap List "LAP-L" Call LAP-LIST when checking the lap memory data (each lap time) memorized by lap timer (p.101, 105 ) operation. - After the lap timer is started, the lap time is sequentially memorized at each switch operation. When set time of ALRM passes and the timer is stopped, the last lap is memorized and the total time is automatically written after the last lap and the average lap is automati- cally written after that.

  • Page 108: Model Select "M-Sel

    Model Selection "M-SEL" Forty model data (model data for 40 R/C cars) can be saved in the 4PKS transmitter and used when the relevant model data is called. Calling the setup screen *Calling from menu screen Select the model # by (JOG) button (Opening Screen) Menu screen call button...

  • Page 109: Model Name "Name

    (JOG) button is pressed, the model name or user Model name :MODEL-M (#) name is initialized to the factory setting. User name :FUTABA-4PK When ending setting, return to the initial screen by pressing the (END) button twice (for function menu screen, press the (END) button once).

  • Page 110: Model Copy "M-Cop

    Model Copy "M-COP" The contents of the model memory can be copied to another model memory. Single mode (SINGLE) and group mode (GROUP) Single mode copies the data to another model in model units. Group mode groups M1~M10, M11~M20, M21~M30, and M31~M40 into individual groups and copies the data from group to group.
  • Page 111 "SINGLE" mode "GROUP" mode "MENU COPY" mode "SW/DIAL COPY" mode Model copying (Preparation) Setup item selection Select setting item "MODE" by (JOG) button up or down op- - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. eration and select the copy mode from "SINGLE", "GROUP”, "MENU COPY", and "SW/DIAL COPY"...

  • Page 112: Model Reset "M-Res

    Model Reset "M-RES" This function resets the contents of the currently called model memory. The reset method can be selected from among the 3 types described below. These resets do not initialize the adjuster function (ADJST), system function (SYSTM), lap reset (LAP-L), user name (NAME), and receiver type (FASST-C1/FASST-C2) , servo re- sponse selection function (RXSYS).

  • Page 113: Menu Type Select

    Menu Type Selection "MENU-T" The function selection menu matched to the level of use can be selected from among the 4 types shown below. (The menu type can be set for each model.) LEVEL1 LEVEL2 BIGCAR LEVEL3 ALLOFF Caution when lowering the level The set value of the functions removed from the menu when the level was lowered re- mains effective thereafter.

  • Page 114: Esc Link Function "Mclnk

    ESC Link Function "MCLNK" This is a special function which allows Futaba motor controller (MC) data changes to be set by the T4PKSR transmitter (MC960CR, MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402R, etc.). However, some data changes require a PC and Link software.
  • Page 115 Using the ESC Link function When "MC-LINK" menu is selected when the trans- (Preparation) mitter power switch is at -Connect the T4PKSR and ESC in accordance with the con- the transmit side (POWER ON) the message shown nection diagram shown on page 114. below prompting you to set the switch to the display -Connect the battery to ESC.
  • Page 116 (Initialization) Write the factory set ESC setting data to the connected ESC and T4PKSR. -Select the setting item "MODE" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and select "DEFAULT(MC&TX)" by (+) or (-) button. -Select the setting item "EXEC" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and press the (+) and (-) buttons simultane- ously for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 117 LBP-(LOW BATTERY VOLT) 2.5V~6V DBA-(DEAD BAND) ±2μs~±50μs Same as Link software Low Bat Protection Same as Link software Dead Band. This setting cuts off the output to the motor when the This sets the range (neutral point range) over which the running battery voltage drops to the set voltage to ESC does not respond to transmitter throttle operation.
  • Page 118 System function setup:MC960CR (Setting item selection) When the (JOG) button is operated at the bottom side from the MC960CR data read screen Page1 of the setup screen MC960CR data read screen is displayed. Operate the following (JOG) button and switch between Page1 and Page2 of the setup screen.
  • Page 119 "MIN" which sets the frequency when the load is small, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when extension is desired after straightaways and curves. "MAX" which sets the frequency when the load is large, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when you want to suppress the rise from low speed and when motor heating and commutator roughness are sensed.
  • Page 120 BKS-(BRAKE SLOPE) 0~300 Same as Link software Brake Slope. This function adjusts the braking effect when the throttle was returned (throttle off). It cancels operation like that called en- gine brake of actual vehicles. BEC-(BEC VOLT) 6.0V /7.4V Same as Link software BEC Volt. The receiver BEC voltage can be selected from 60V and 74V.
  • Page 121 LAU-(LEAD ANGLE USE) ON /OFF Same as Link software Lead Angle Use This function is effective when TBM (Turbo Mode) is LEV1 or LEV2 and sets whether or not lead angle is used. This setting has priority over the TURBO MODE setting. When using in races in which the lead angle function is inhibited by the ESC set this function to OFF.

  • Page 122: System Functions "Systm

    Therefore, always set the battery type matched to the power source used. Especially, when using a Futaba rechargeable type battery, always set the battery type to "NiMH5 LiFe2". If the T4PKSR is used at "DRY 4CELL" setting, the time from low battery alarm to stopping of the system will become extremely short.
  • Page 123 Select the "BATT-TYP", and select the mode by pressing the (+) simultaneously (approx. 1 sec) or (-) button. to return to the initial screen. "NiMH5 LiFe2" :Futaba rechargeable type battery Battery Type (BATT-TYP) "DRY 4CELL" :Dry cell battery (alkaline battery recommended) 4 batteries NIMH 5CELL, DRY 4CELL (Setting the liquid crystal backlighting mode) Select the "LCD-BLHT", and select the mode by pressing the (+)
  • Page 124 Initialization :LIGHT BLUE Select the "DISP-SEL", and use the (+) and (-) buttons to select the display mode. "Futaba" :"Futaba" logo is displayed on the initial screen. "SUPER-R" :"SuperR" logo is displayed on the initial screen. Initial screen mode (DISP-MODE) "TIMER"...
  • Page 125 Set second condition function (2ND COND) Two kinds of data can be set in one model for specific functions only. For example, two kinds of data such as steering D/R set to 90% at normal condition and steering D/R set to 80% at second condition.

  • Page 126: Data Transfer "Dttrn

    Data Transfer "DTTRN" This function copies the model memory data of one T4PKSR to another T4PKSR. Data exchange with a T4PK Super is also possible, but functions not provided at the T4PK Su- per are not copied. Connect the communication port of both T4PKSR with the optional DSC cord.
  • Page 127 Setup item selection (Select the setting item ) - Select by (JOG) button up or "MODE" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and select down operation. the transfer side and receive Mode change button - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to side by (+) or (-) button.

  • Page 128: Adjuster "Adjst

    Adjuster "ADJST" Steering and throttle correction can be applied. Use this function when a mechanical offset has occurred for some reason. •Select the setting item by Calling the setup screen button *Calling from menu screen (Opening Screen) * b l i n k s a t t h e c u r r e n t setup item.
  • Page 129 Internal checks are performed automatically and when each adjustment point is in a fixed range, correction is performed and "SUCCESSFUL!" (figure at the right) is displayed. If an adjustment point is not within a fixed range, an error is displayed (figure at the right) and the correction data is not updated.

  • Page 130: Vibrator Function "Vibra

    Vibrator Function "VIBRA" The vibrator built into the grip can be activated at lap navigation navigate alarm, each racing timer time up, powering ON, push sw on/off and low battery alarm. The vibrator operation pattern can be selected from among 7 types Setup items TIMER TIME-UP TIMER TIME-UP...

  • Page 131: Vibrator Setting Steering Dual Rate "D/R

    Steering Dual Rate/Second Dual Rate "D/R" (Steering system) The steering left and right servo travels are adjusted simultaneously. When you want to increase the servo travel, adjust the + side. When you want to decrease the servo travel, adjust the – side. This setting is linked to transmitter grip dial DL1. When DL1 is as- signed another function, dual rate can be adjusted with this screen.

  • Page 132: Atl Function "Atl

    Throttle ATL Function "ATL" (Throttle system) This function decreases the set value when the braking effect is strong and increases the set value when the braking effect is weak. This function is linked to transmitter grip dial DL2. When DL2 is assigned another function, this function can be set with this screen.

  • Page 133: Channel 3/4 Position "Ch3","Ch4

    Channel 3/4 position "CH3","CH4" (3rd or 4th channel system) The channel 3/4 servo position can be set from the transmitter. When CH3 is assigned to a dial by the dial function (p.90), this setting is linked to that dial. When CH3/4 is not assigned to a dial, it can be set with this screen. When CH3/4 is assigned to a switch by the switch function (p.88), you cannot adjust the CH3/4 via the screen.

  • Page 134: Servo View "Servo

    Servo View "SERVO" Servo operation of each channel can be checked. Operation of the steering angle adjust- ment, when a mixing function was set, etc. can be easily checked. The servo view can also be displayed on the initial screen by using the system function (See page 108). The neutral position of the throttle channel varies depending on the modes defined by the "THR-MODE".

  • Page 135: Reference

    Under other conditions, the set will not operate, or the specified performance will not be displayed even if it operates. In addition, it may cause servo trouble. Futaba will not be responsible for damage, etc. caused by combination with the products of other companies.

  • Page 136: Optional Parts

    Optional Parts The following parts are available as 4PKS options. Purchase them to match your appli- cation. For other optional parts, refer to our catalog. Transmitter Ni-MH Battery When purchasing a transmitter battery as a spare, etc., use the following: Part name HT5F1700B (6V/1700mAh) Ni-MH battery FT2F2100B (6.4V/2100mAh) Li-Fe battery (Optional)
  • Page 137 DSC cord When the T4PKS transmitter and R614FF, R604FS or R603FS/FF receiver are connect- ed with the DSC cord, the servos can be operated without emitting radio waves. (DSC function) Part name DSC cord for T4PK Connection Communication port (interior left side) DSC cord for T4PK (option) Cover Use the optional Adaptor cord and con-...

  • Page 138: Warning Displays

     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 may malfunction and cause loss of control Low Battery Alarm If the transmitter battery voltage drops to 4.9V(when using dry cell battery: 4.1V) or...
  • Page 139 High voltage alarm If a battery exceeding 8V is used with the T4PKS, an audible alarm will sound and "HIGH VOLTAGE" will be displayed on the LCD screen. Immediately remove the battery because it may cause the T4PKS to malfunction. LCD screen: Audible alarm: Tone sounds (7 times) and stops (repeated)

  • Page 140: When Requesting Repair (For U.s.a.)

    When requesting repair Before requesting repair, read this instruction again and 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.
  • Page 141 This device must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. FUTABA CORPORATION Phone: +81 475 32 6982, Facsimile: +81 475 32 6983 1080 Yabutsuka, Chosei-mura, Chosei-gun, Chiba 299-4395, Japan ©FUTABA CORPORATION 2012, 7 (1)

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