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FUTABA 1M23N20718 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 NSTRUCTION ANUAL 1M23N20718 Digital Proportional R/C System...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Futaba 4PK Super-2.4GHz system. Before using your 4PK Super-2.4GHz system, read this manual carefully in order to use your R/C set safely. After reading this manual, store it in a safe place. Application, Export, and Modification 1.
  • Page 3 Battery Recycling (for U.S.A.) ™ The RBRC SEAL on the (easily removable) nickel-cadmium battery and nickel-metal-hydride battery contained in Futaba products indicates that Futaba Corporation of America is voluntarily participating in an in- dustry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States.

  • 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: Function Map

    Initial Set-Up ...............35 For Your Safety Preparations (Transmitter) ............35 As Well As Function Map ..............38 That Of Others Menu Selection ................38 Function Menu Screen .............38 Before Menu Screen ................39 Using Custom Menu ................40 Direct Selection ................42 List of functions by menu type ..........44 Functions List ................45 Installation Functions ................46...
  • Page 6 Boat Mode "BOAT" ..............78 Boat, etc. brake operation stop/outboard engine tilt mixing Throttle Mode "THMOD" ............80 Neutral brake function Throttle servo forward and brake operation proportion setting Idle-Up "IDLUP" ................82 Idle up at engine start Programmable Mixes 1/2 "P-MIX" ..........83 Programmable mixes between arbitrary channels 4WS Mixes "S-MIX"...
  • Page 7 Data Transfer "DTTRN" ............114 The T4PKS model memory data to another T4PKS Adjuster "ADJST" ..............116 Steering wheel and throttle trigger correction For Your Safety Vibrator Function "VIBRA" ............118 As Well As Vibrator setting That Of Others Steering Dual Rate "D/R" ............119 Steering angle adjustment while running (dual rate) ATL Function "ATL"..............120 Before...

  • Page 8: 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 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 keep the charger disconnected from the outlet while it is not in use. Storage and Disposal Precautions Warning Do not leave the radio system or models within the reach of small children. A small child may accidentally operate the system. This could cause a dangerous situation and injuries. Ni-Cd batteries can be very dangerous when mishandled and cause chemical damage.

  • Page 12: Before Using

    Before Using Features -2.4GHzSS (Spread Spectrum) radio communication system Frequency channel setting is unnecessary: Channel shifting takes place within the 2.4GHz band automatically. This system minimizes the interference from other 2.4GHz systems. -Model memory for 40 models Model names can use up to 10 letters, numbers, and symbols, so that logical names may be used.
  • Page 13 -Digital trim w/reset function The current trim position is displayed on the LCD screen. The operating amount of 1 step can also be adjusted. Trim operation has no effect on the maximum travel of the steering and throttle servos. -Function select dial function (DIAL) This function assigns functions to dials (digital trim, grip dial, knob).

  • Page 14: Set Contents

    Set Contents After opening the box, first check if the contents conform to the following. The contents depend on the set as shown below. T4PKS Transmitter Receiver R614FF Transmitter Ni-MH battery pack HT5F1700B *Installed in transmitter. Receiver switch Miscellaneous Wheel offset adapter(APA) Wheel adapter 32deg Hook Instruction manual...

  • Page 15: Transmittert4Pks

    Transmitter T4PKS Nomenclature Antenna Push switch 3 (PS3) Digital Dial 3 (DL3) LCD screen Digital Trim1 (DT1) (default steering trim) Power&Display Steering wheel 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) Grip Handle...

  • Page 16: Power & Display Switch

    Power & Display Switch The power switch and display switch of the T4PKS 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 brake (reverse) stroke. (The screw moves the throttle trigger stopper.) Mechanical ATL adjusting screw Note: Once you have changed the mechanical stroke on the brake side, be sure to adjust the scale of the throttle channel accordingly by using the "Adjuster Function"...

  • Page 19: Trigger Slide Adjustment

    Trigger Slide Adjustment The throttle trigger position can be moved forward and backward. Adjustment trigger slide mounting screw by turning it slightly counterclockwise. Adjust so that the bottom Trigger slide mark does not exceed mounting screw the top marking line. trigger slide position within the marked clockwise, the trigger slide moves away from the grip handle.

  • Page 20: Charging The Ht5F1700B Battery

    Charging The HT5F1700B Battery AC outlet Charging Plug the transmitter cord of the special char- Charger transmitter. Plug the charger into an AC outlet. Transmitter charging Check that the charging LED lights. When charging the HT5F1700B battery with the special char- ger, allow about 15 hours for charging.

  • Page 21: Grip Vibrator

    Grip Vibrator A vibrator is built into the grip of the T4PKS. The vibrator vibrates at racing timer lap navigation, time-up, and low battery alarm. (p.118) Display when power switch is turned on Power switch turned on Beep confirmation sound is generated and the initial screen shown below appears.

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

    Edit button lock and trim/dial lock T4PKS 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. Disconnect the steering wheel unit connector. Wheel unit Installing the accessory APA steering wheel offset adapter original screws. The steering wheel unit connector through the adapter. Adapter APA Install the steering wheel unit us- Unit mounting screws ing the 3 mounting screws.
  • 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. Stow the surplus wiring here. Install the assembled wheel unit and APA to the transmitter using the screw supplied. The APA mounting screws are in the hook and APA mounting screws bag.
  • Page 26 Modifying for left-hand use Remove the wheel section rear cover . serting a coin, etc. into the slot at the bottom of the rear cover. Push in the disconnected connector so that it can be connected at the opposite side. At the opposite side, connect the steering wheel unit connector and Install the steering wheel unit,...

  • Page 27: Installing The Accessoryneck Strap Hook

    Installing the accessory neck strap hook A hook can be installed to the T4PKS, as required. The hook is in the hook and APA mounting screws bag supplied with the set. Pull up the bottom of the grip rub- ber as shown in the figure. Grip rubber Pull out the grip rubber in the arrow direction.

  • Page 28: About Transmitter Antenna And Receiver

    About Transmitter Antenna and Receiver About The Transmitter Antenna Antenna to the ground. Antenna Moving Range Warning Otherwise, the operating range may become shorter. Never hold only the antenna. Hold the grip handle. Otherwise, the antenna may be damaged. The antenna position can be changed in the range as shown in figures A and B. However, please do not apply unnecessary force or shock.

  • Page 29: How To Link The Transmitter And The Receiver

    Receiver Terminology Tactile switch/LED Connectors Antenna :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

    Receiver Installation Install the R614FF receiver on the car as follows: The operating range may become shorter, depending on where the receiver and the an- tenna are mounted. WARNING Antenna Do not cut or bundle the receiver antenna wire. tube Antenna Install the antenna in the higher place as shown in the figure.

  • 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: Electronic Speed Control

    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

    Initial Set-Up Preparations (Transmitter) Before setting the Transmitter functions, check and set items 1 to 5 below. (Display when power switch turned on) When the power switch is turned on, the currently selected model number is displayed. Check if this number is the model number you want to set-up. To change the model number, use the Model Select function (See page 100).
  • 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 - Steering dual rate (DL1) check 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 105). -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 (page 102).
  • 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 T4PKS, 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.102).

  • 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: Functions List

    Function list Function Page Function Description of function abbreviation P-49 End point adjustment STEXP P-56 Steering curve adjustment STSPD P-61 Steering servo delay THEXP P-57 Throttle curve adjustment THSPD P-63 Throttle servo delay A.B.S P-69 Pumping brake 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

    Function Receiver Type / Servo Response Mode "RXSYS" Receiver There are two types of Futaba 2.4GHz receivers for cars depending on the system dif- ferences: C1 type and C2 type. The R603FS and 603FF are C1 type and the R614FF supplied with the 4PKS set as standard is C2 type.

  • 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 *Calling from menu screen button...

  • 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 *Calling from menu screen button...

  • Page 49: Set-Up

    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) *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 Pull the throttle trigger fully to the high side and use...

  • 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 s p 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- With "THSPD": Quick start without skidding hicle cannot accelerate smoothly. Setting the 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: Throttle Trim

    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 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 Y: (Brake return time) vo returns versus trigger oper- 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 T4PKS 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 *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" MENU1/2 selection the brake mixing function is ex- button...
  • 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 button to adjust the brake 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 88) - Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx.

  • Page 80: Throttle Mode "Thmod

    Throttle Mode "THMOD" (Throttle system) -The neutral brake function is a function switch function (page 88), and setting the neu- tral brake function ON/OFF switch is necessary. Neutral brake, which applies the brakes at the throttle trigger neutral position, can be set.

  • Page 81: Neutral Brake Function

    Neutral Brake function adjustment (Preparation) - Use the function select switch function to select the switch. (page 88) (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 88) 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) Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up, - Use the function select switch function (page 88) to select the down, left or right operation. switch. (as desired) Switch PRG MIX1 : Program mixing 1 - Select the setting item "MENU"...
  • Page 85 Trim mode (TRM) (Trim mode setup) OFF, ON Select setup item "TRM" by (JOG) button up, down, left, or Initial value: OFF right operation, and use the (+) or (-) button to select the mixing mode. "OFF" :Trim is added. "ON"...

  • Page 86: 4Ws Mixes "S-Mix

    4WS Mixes "S-MIX" (Steering, 3rd channel system) 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.
  • Page 87 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 (page 88) 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 88: 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 89 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 90: 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 91 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 92: 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 93 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 94 Calling the setup screen 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 95 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 96 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 97 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 98 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 99: Lap List "Lap-L

    Lap List "LAP-L" Call LAP-LIST when checking the lap memory data (each lap time) memorized by lap timer (page 93, 97 ) 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 100: 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 101: Model Name "Name

    Model Name "NAME" This function allows you to assign a ten character name to each model memory and user name (ten characters). Calling the setup screen Select the character with the *Calling from menu screen Model name (JOG) button. The selected char- (Opening Screen) acter blinks.

  • Page 102: 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 103 "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 104: 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 105: 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 106: 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 T4PK transmitter (MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC02R, etc.). However, some data changes require a PC and Link software. This function is used by connecting ESC directly to the transmitter. The T4PKS power switch is used at the display side.
  • Page 107 Using the ESC Link function When "MC-LINK" menu is selected when the trans- (Preparation) mitter power switch is at the transmit side (POWER -Connect the T4PKS and ESC in accordance with the connec- ON) the message shown tion diagram shown on page 106. below prompting you to set the switch to the display -Connect the battery to ESC.
  • Page 108 (Initialization) Write the factory set ESC setting data to the connected ESC and T4PKS. -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 109 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 110: System Functions "Systm

    System Functions "SYSTM" The graphic liquid crystal screen display mode, buzzer sound, LED display mode and initial screen display mode can be set. The system function setup items cannot be set for each model. (Second condition can be set for each model.) - Battery type setting (NiMH5 LiFe2, DRY 4CELL) The T4PKS can use dry cell batteries (alkaline battery recommended) with the option- al battery box, but the low battery alarm setting is different from that of a recharge-...
  • Page 111 Setup items Calling the setup screen button BATT-TYP :Battery type *Calling from menu screen LCD-MODE :Backlighting mode (Opening Screen) * b l i n k s a t t h e c u r r e n t LHT-TIME :Backlighting time setup item.
  • Page 112 (Adjusting the liquid crystal contrast) Contrast (CONTRAST) -10~0~+10 Select the setting item "CONTRAST" by (JOG) button up or Initial value: 0 down operation, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the screen contrast. - Adjust to an easy-to-see contrast. (Adjusting the buzzer tone) Buzzer tone (BUZ-TONE) Select the setting item "BUZ-TONE"...
  • Page 113 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 114: Data Transfer "Dttrn

    Data Transfer "DTTRN" This function copies the T4PKS model memory data to another T4PKS. Connect the communication port of both T4PKS with the optional DSC cord. Use with this function with the T4PKS power switch at the display side. Data is not interchangeable with T4PK. Communication port (interior left side) DSC cord for T4PKS (option)
  • Page 115 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 116: Adjuster "Adjst

    Adjuster "ADJST" Steering and throttle correction can be applied. Use this function when a mechanical offset has occurred for some reason. Calling the setup screen button *Calling from menu screen * b l i n k s a t t h e c u r r e n t (Opening Screen) setup item.
  • Page 117 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 118: 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 119: 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 120: 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 121: 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 122: 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 123: Reference

    Reference Ratings *Specifications and ratings are subject to change without prior notice. Transmitter T4PKS (Wheel system, 4 channels) - Transmitting frequencies 2.4GHz band - Futaba FASST-C2(R614FF, R604FS/FSE), FASST-C1(R603FS/FF) - Power requirement (Ni-MH battery) NT5F1700B Ni-MH battery (6V) (Dry cell battery) Penlight x 4 (6V) - Current drain 250mA or less (Vibration and back lighting off) - Transmitting anntenna 1/2 Receiver R614FF...

  • Page 124: 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 125 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 126: Warning Displays

    Warning Displays Backup Error If the data is lost for an unknown reason, an audible alarm will sound and "BACK UP ERROR" will be displayed on the LCD screen. LCD screen: Audible alarm: Tone will sound (9 times), then repeat. Warning When a backup error is generated, immediately stop using the system and request repair from the Futaba Service Center.
  • Page 127 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 128: 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 129 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATE- MENT (for U.S.A.) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea- sonable protection against harmful interference in a residential in stallation.

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