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Futaba 3PM-2.4G MX Manual

1. When the stroke is adjusted the throttle servo travel must be adjusted by data setting Wheel Tension Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to change the steering wheel spring tension Adjustment Turn the screw inside the adjusting hole using a Phillips screwdriver Turning the adjusting screw clockwise increases the spring tension Caution If turned too far counterclockwise the adjusting screw may fall out Tension adjusting screw Before Using 17 Battery Replacement For dry cell battery system Load the eight batteries in accordance with the polarity markings on the battery holder 8 AA Size Batteries Battery Replacement Method A C au ti on tter ver from Pe One ee ae Oe ae Always be sure you reinsert the bat the transmitter by sliding it in the teries in the correct polarity order direction of the arrow in the figure If the batteries are loaded incorrectly the transmitter may be damaged When the transmitter will not be 2 Remove the used batteries WD 3 Load the new AA size batteries 0 EE time always a x E Pay very close attention to the If the batteries do happen to leak clean the c polarity markings and reinsert battery case and contacts thoroughly Make o accordingly sure the contacts are free of corrosion 5 4 Slide the battery cover back onto the case Check Turn the power switch on the trans mitter to the ON position Check
2. Throttle ATL Function ATL BK This function adjusts the side when the braking effect is strong and the side when the braking effect is weak This setting is linked to transmitter grip lever DT4 When DT4 is assigned to another function set the ATL function with this screen Operation The throttle brake side when the throttle trigger is pushed forward brake amount can be adjusted Calling the setup screen E E gt O Q gt D 46 Initial screen Setup screen IT II TIN ATL position LV TL LJ E When ATL lever is operated the ATL 8 S vc e BK screen is displayed automaticaly hard Ito CIT OU for about three seconds PIL CL LLL 0 Press SEL key to select the desired function screen Setup Item ATL BK Throttle ATL position ATL position 0 100 Initial value 100 Throttle ATL adjustment 1 ATL position adjustment Adjustment buttons Use the and buttons to make adjustments Press the and buttons simulta neously approx 1 sec to return to the initial screen Use the and buttons to adjust the ATL position This position is linked with the grip lever DT4 2 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Channel 3 Position CH3 Use this function to set the servo position of the channel 3 This setting is linked to transmitter switch SW2 When the switch is assigned to another f
3. When a low battery alarm is gener ated cease operation immediately and retrieve the model If the battery goes dead while in operation you will lose control Audible alarm Continuous tone Backup Error If the data is lost for an unknown reason an audible alarm will sound and BCK UP will be displayed on the LCD screen LCD screen Zi A Warning immediately stop using the system and request repair from the Futaba Wo When a backup error is generated ir Service Center If you continue to use the system the transmitter may malfunction and cause loss of control Audible alarm Tone will sound 9 times then repeat J OD h OD OD gt O bh 64 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 Symptom Including the conditions and when the problem occurred R C System Send transmitter receiver and servos Model Type of model brand name and model number or kit name Detailed packing list Make a list of all items sent in for repair Your name address and telephone number Warranty Read the Warranty card When requesting warranty service send the card or some type of dated proof of purchase Hobby Servic
4. 57 Digital Trim Step STP DT The digital trim DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 step amount can be adjusted by means of this function Operation Adjustment range 16 ranges of 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50 3P 2P The larger the number the larger the operation amount of 1 step In the case of 3P the entire operating range operates at 3 points In the case of 2P the entire operating range operates at 2 points Advice When digital trim is used and the 3 channel switch is operated 1 Set the vacant digital trims to the 27 channel at the function select setup screen 2 Select 3P or 2P using this digital trim step function 3P 3 position switch 2P 2 position switch Calling the setup screen 1 Turn on the power switch Initiall value while pressing SEL key DT1 2 DD DT2 2 DT3 2 ZT DT4 2 2 Next use SEL key to select the desired function screen II ZI KE Ll gt Press CH key to select the next set up screen TI I Trim step adjustment 1 Setup item selection E gt O m Q gt D 58 Use the CH button to select the item to be set 2 Trim step adjustment Use the or button to adjust the trim step amount 3 When ending adjustment turn off the power switch before use Condition 2 Selection COND2 Condition 2 Selection In specific functions two rates can be set up and switched with the switch SW1 simultaneously during a run
5. If this function is activated SW1 is used only for this function and it becomes impos sible to use it for other functions automatically When the switch SW1 is operated Condition 2 on off state changes by turn When this function is turned on the beep sounds and the pilot lamp blinks When the condition 2 function is turned ON thereafter the 4WS function is forcefully turned OFF Related functions Steering speed Steering EXP Calling the setup screen Throttle EXP 1 Turn on the power switch 2 Next use SEL key to select ABS return amount while pressing SEL key the desired function screen Brake mixing rate D I m E E Programmable mixing KR Steering D R _ Tv TM ron TI ss Jr J ill LLIN OC Condition 2 selection 1 Use the or buttons to select the on off state 2 When ending selection turn off the power switch before use LED Mode Selection LED MD You can select your desired brightness of the pilot lamp Four steps Calling the setup screen 1 Turn on the power switch 2 Next use SEL key to select Oo while pressing SEL key the desired function screen S D L j4 LED mode 5 Min L 1 L 4 Max EC C T h l C TmT rtd Lt all tal LED mode selection 1 Use the or buttons to select the brightness of the pilot lamp 2 When ending selection turn off the power switch once before use 59 Tl E gt O
6. When the 4WS function is turned from OFF to ON the condition 2 function and brake mixing are forcefully turned OFF When the condition 2 function is turned ON thereafter the 4WS function is forcefully turned OFF When the brake mixing function is turned ON thereafter the 4WS function is forcefully turned OFF However the condition 2 function and brake mixing are not mutually affected When the 4WS function is used 4WS function operation is forcefully changed to the F1 mode at 3rd channel setting at the end point adjuster setup screen TI E gt O m Q gt D 42 Calling the setup screen Initial screen Setting items Mixing amount rr 4WS MD Function OFF 2cy model 0 100 TUV 4cy mode selection Initial value 100 Wi BW MST MX Master MIX mode ON Adjustment buttons Mi LI OFF Use the and buttons to make S 4WS RT Mixing rate adjustments Press the and buttons simul taneously approx 1 sec to return to Setup screen the initial screen ott ok F IU U LLI I MTI bai T MN IU CT L LU 1 T LU 1 LL 1 n L LU TI Press SEL key to select the B Press CH key to select the next set up desired function screen screen Only when MD is 2cy or 4cy AWS mixing adjustment Preparation Select setup item 4WS MD and make the following adjustments 1 Function ON OFF Set the function to the 2cy or 4cy state by pressing the or button OFF Fun
7. BK Brake side EXP rate Use the and buttons to make adjustments Return to the initial value by pressing the and buttons simultaneously approx 1 sec Steering EXP adjustment Preparation Select setup item EXP ST and make the following adjustments 1 When you want to quicken steering operation use the button to adjust the side When you want to make steering operation milder use the button to adjust the side 2 When adjusting the EXP rates of another channel immediately after this see the adjustment method for that channel When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Quick Mild Servo travel Servo travel 0 normal 1 100 quick gt 0 normal 1 100 mild Steering wheel travel Steering wheel travel Throttle EXP Adjustment Preparation Select setup item EXP FW and make the following adjustments 1 Forward side adjustment Use the button to adjust the side when you want to quicken the rise and use the button to adjust the side when you want to make the rise milder 2 Brake side adjustment Select setup item EXP BK and use the button to adjust the side when you want to quicken the rise and use the button to adjust the side when you want to make the rise milder 3 When adjusting the EXP rates of another channel immediately after this see the adjustment method
8. E Q gt D 60 Adjuster ADJ Steering wheel and throttle trigger neutral position and operating angle correction can be applied However when correction is applied the set values of all the setting functions must be reconfirmed Calling the setup screen 1 Turn on the power switch 2 Next use SEL key to select while pressing SEL key the desired function screen Steering wheel and throttle trigger adjustment Preparation Select the desired channel setup item and make the following adjustments Steering wheel 1 Neutral position correction CH Hold the steering wheel to the neutral position and QT KT when the and buttons are pressed simulta neously the neutral position is corrected 2 Operating angle correction CH Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right H and press the and buttons simultaneously CH Throttle trigger 1 Neutral position correction CHE Hold the throttle trigger to the neutral position and H when the and buttons are pressed simulta neously the neutral position is corrected 2 Operating angle correction CHE Pull the throttle trigger fully to the high side and DH pull it to the brake reverse side and press the and buttons simultaneously Check the servo operation after adjusting When ending adjustment turn off the power switch before use TI _ Reference Spec
9. Item SBT ST Steering SBT TH Throttle Subtrim position L F U 100 0 R B D 100 Initial value 0 SBT 3C Channel 3 Adjustment buttons Use the and buttons to make adjustments Press the and buttons simulta neously approx 1 sec to return to the initial screen Subtrim adjustment Preparation Set the steering and throttle digital trims to the neutral 0 position Set CH3 to the center 0 position Preselect setup channel ST TH or 3C 1 Subtrim adjustment Use the or button to adjust the center Each channel can be set similarly 2 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button n E gt O E Q gt D 48 Servo Reverse REV This function reverses the direction of operation of the servos related to transmitter steering throttle and channel 3 operation Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set up screen H Initial screen Setup screen rier BER ee Ce RR ef pa G wg e HILAL Vy ore orl crs hard td 1 U KA T Cl vIn TL OI ve II N PIL VIL X LIL VIL L LL XL LIL FLI I AE NEY BE a al e Y 9 l Press SEL key to select the Setup Item Servo direction desired function screen REV ST Steering OFF Normal side REV TH Throttle ON Reverse side REV 3C Channel 3 Servo Reverse Function Setting Preparation Preselect setup channel ST TH
10. MX Programmable mixing 2 Next use SEL key to select the desired function screen P gt e i 1 Setup item selection Use the CH button to select the item to be set 2 When changing the function Use the or button to select the function 3 When ending adjustment turn off the power switch before use up screen gt Press CH key to select the next set Function Select Lever FNC DT This function allows selection of the function performed by the grip lever DT3 DT4 and digital trim DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 DT2 Initially set functions Settable functions Calling the setup screen DT1 Steering mirn ST Steering wim DT2 Throttle trim TH Throttle trim E ue switch DT3 Dual rate function DR Steering D R WS pressing Py DT4 ATL function AT Throttle ATL HH E1 Steering EXP BK Brake mixing rate Tv TM 3C Channel 3 SE fn 4W 4WS rate OF function off 2 Next use SEL key to select the r T P P desired function rr Z r Z cr Z cr Z screen THE LT UTI TL TTI T TT T At ti AC tlt abr TI On At rt Dress CH key to select the next set up screen Function select lever setup 1 Setup item selection Use the CH button to select the item to be set 2 When changing the function Functions Use the or button to select the function 3 when ending adjustment turn off the power switch before use
11. O k gt OD D 10 lt NiCd Battery Recycling gt A used NiCd battery is valuable resource Insulate the battery terminals and dispose of the battery by taking it to a battery recycling center Other Precautions Caution Prohibited Procedures Mandatory Procedures Do not expose plastic parts to fuel motor spray waste oil or exhaust Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters receivers servos FET amps electronic speed controls NiCd batteries and other op The fuel motor spray waste oil and exhaust will pen etrate and damage the plastic tional accessories Futaba will not be responsible for problems caused by the use of other than genuine Futaba parts Use the parts specified in the instruction manual and catalog For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others 11 TEK Before Using This system is based on the combination of the newly developed 2 4GHz transmitter and its corresponding receiver The system utilizes the 2 4GHz SS radio communica tion and an ultra small antenna In addition the system inherits Futaba s unique HRS High Response System 2 4GHZSS Spread Spectrum radio communication system Frequency channel setting unnecessary Sifting the channels within the 2 4GHz band automatically this system minimizes the interference from other 2 4GHz systems Accepts no unwanted signals by using ID code The function Auto Detect is utilized to autom
12. Speed SPD adjustment 9 Preparation i Select setup item SPD TN and make the following adjustments C 1 TN direction adjustment Use the and buttons to adjust the delay EC amount At 1 the delay is approximately 1 5 2 RN direction adjustment eee Select setup item SPD RN and use the ee and buttons to adjust the delay amount Sanna delayed 3 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button 33 Steering EXP Throttle EXP EXP This function is used to change the sensitivity of the steering servo around the neutral position and makes throttle trigger high side and brake side direction servo operation quicker or milder It has no effect on the maximum servo travel Racers Tip Advice Throttle EXP When the course conditions are good and there is no sense of torque at the power unit set each curve to the side quick side When the road surface is slippery and the drive wheels do not grip it set each curve to the minus mild side Press CH key to select the next set up screen Calling the setup screen TI E gt O o Q gt D 34 Initial screen MII iy Mu U 11 Press SEL key to select the desired function screen Setup screen Oon l p E PEISE Ta Nd I Setup item EXP ST Steering EXP rate EXP FW Forward side EXP rate Adjustment range 100 0 100 Adjustment buttons EXP
13. Use the and buttons to adjust the trim position This position is linked with the digital trim DT1 or DT2 2 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Functions 45 Steering Dual Rate D R ST When the steering angle is too small at under steering at corners while running in crease the rate When the steering angle is too large at over steering decrease the rate The setup here is linked with transmitter grip lever DT3 Adjustments can be made at this screen even if DT3 is assigned to another function Operation The steering servo left and right steering angles are adjusted simultaneously Initial screen Setup screen IO RS Dual Rate value f V alln When Dual Rate lever is operated the _ gt _ EE D R ST screen is displayed hard imo TI al C T automaticaly for about three seconds IiI ILI I Ab l Press SEL key to select the Setup Item Adjustment buttons desired function screen D R Steering D R value Use the and buttons to make D R val adjustments eet Press the and buttons simulta 0 100 neously approx 1 sec to return to the iti O Initial value 100 initial screen Steering D R adjustment 1 D R value adjustment Use the and buttons to adjust the D R value This position is linked with the grip lever DT3 2 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button
14. for help CAUTION To assure continued FCC compliance Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements a separation distance of at least 20cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons This device must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter eNo part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permission eThe contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice eThis manual has been carefully written Please write to Futaba if you feel that any corrections or clarifications should be made Futaba is not responsible for the use of this product Table Of Contents For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others 6 Explanation Of SymbolS cccccccecceeeeeee sees esser eree enrere ennenen ee 6 RGOSFF GOSFS Precautions nc 0cccesicceeceteeecaccecedetecsseeeeveecevecteecennnevstaeecueest 6 Operation Precautions ccccccseeceesseeseeeeeeeeeseeseeeeneeeeesseaeseseeeessenesesseeeneas 7 NiCd Battery Handling Precautions sssessssesssee esse ssseesseeese esse eesse essere ee 9 Storage and Disposal Precautions esse esse esse es ees cesses essere serere enre 10 Other eT 11 Before USING iiine innon Seed SSeekde ge
15. for that channel When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Functions 35 A B S Function When the brakes are applied while cornering with a 4 Wheel Drive or other type of vehicle understeer may occur The generation 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 intermittently This will have the same effect as pumping the brakes in a full size car The brake return amount pumping cycle and delay amount can be adjusted Operation Display When the A B S function is activated the LED flashes Press CH key to select the next set up screen Only when MD is on Calling the setup screen Initial screen Setup screen IP CC SEI IL ZZ LF 1 CI U C MT GU AT Av IU HC TH ER LI Cio It bal a 1 1 AI 1 IOC Press SEL key to select the MII LILI TI E gt O m Q gt D 36 Setup items Brake return amount desired function screen ABS MD Function ON Off 0 50 100 ABS PT Brake return amount Initial value 50 ABS CY Cycle speed Cycle speed ABS DL Delay amount 1 30 Adjustment buttons Use the and buttons to make adjustments Return to the initial value by pressing the and buttons simultaneously approx 1 sec Initial value 10 Delay amount O 100 Initia
16. force is applied to the servo horn at the knuckle stopper during steering operation the servo may malfunction and the model may run out of control 7 E gt O e gt D 30 Decide the EPA value at the contact point Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set up screen remm Initial screen Setup screen EREN IU UY IU U IU UY IU UY gt RBD LFU RBD hard LIT C IO C 7 JO UD TL CDU F oe ar III Li Fe ZE Je Tey EE PS he Ee Ee Press SEL key to select the Setup items Adjustment range desired function screen ST L F U Steering left side 0 120 each channel each direc ST R B D Steering right side tion TH L F U Throttle forward side Adjustment buttons TH R B D Throttle brake side Use the and keys to make ad 3C L F U 3rd channel up side justments 3C R B D 3rd channel down side Return to the initial value by pressing the and buttons simultaneously approx 1 sec Steering EPA adjustment Preparation Before setting up the steering wheel EPA set the steering D R lever initial setup DT3 to the maximum steering angle position 100 Select setup item ST and make the following adjustments 1 Steering left side adjustment Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and use the and buttons to adjust the steering angle 2 Steering right side adjustment Turn the st
17. if set to a dangerous position it has the opposite effect Setting example Throttle idle or brake position Fail safe function when using PPM mode Q Always set the F S position after turning on the transmitter power F S Position Setting Method Move and hold the throttle trigger to the F S servo position where you want to set Throttle idle or brake position Then push the F S switch on the transmitter The LED blinks green NiCd Battery Handling Precautions Only when NiCd batteries are used A Warning Always check to be sure your batter ies have been charged prior to oper ating the model Mandatory Procedures Q To recharge the transmitter and or re ceiver NiCd batteries use the special charger made for this purpose Should the battery go dead while the model is operat ing loss of control will occur and create a very dan gerous situation When the model is not being used always remove or disconnect the NiCd battery Leaving the battery connected could create a dangerous situation if someone accidentally turns on the receiver power switch Loss of control would occur When the system will not be used for any length of time store the system with batteries in a discharged state Be sure to recharge the batteries prior to the next time the system is used If the batteries are repeatedly recharged in a slightly discharged state the memory effect of the NiCd bat tery
18. may considerably reduce the capacity A reduc tion in operating time will occur even when the batter ies are charged for the recommended time A Caution OQ Do not use commercial AA S size NiCd batteries Use Quick charging may cause the prohibited battery contacts to overheat and damage the battery holder NiCd AA size batteries OQ Do not short circuit the NiCd battery terminals Overcharging could cause the NiCd battery to over heat leak or explode This may lead to fire burns loss of sight and many other types of injuries Special Charger Do not throw NiCd batteries into a fire Do not expose NiCd batteries to extreme heat Also do not disas semble or modify a NiCd battery pack Prohibited Items Prohibited Items Overheating and breakage will cause the electrolyte to leak from the cells and cause skin burns loss of sight as well as other injuries OQ Do not drop the NiCd battery or ex pose it to strong shocks or vibrations Causing a short circuit across the battery terminals may result in abnormal heating fire and burns lt NiCd Battery Electrolyte gt The battery may short circuit and overheat Electrolyte may leak out and cause burns or chemical damage Shock Prohibited The electrolyte in NiCd batteries is a strong alkali Should you get even the smallest amount of the electrolyte in your eyes DO NOT RUB Wash immediately with water and seek medical
19. over current protection circuit If the battery is charged with a quick charger for other than digital proportional R C sets it may not be fully charged 19 A Warning Never plug it into an outlet of other Do not insert and remove the than indicated voltage charger when your hands are wet Plugging the charger into the wrong outlet may re It may cause an electric shock sult in an explosion sparking or fire Always use the special charger or a quick charger for digital pro portional R C sets to charge a digital proportional R C set NiCd battery Use the Overcharging a NiCd battery can result in burns fire injuries or loss of sight due to special overheating breakage or electrolyte leakage charger Caution Never try to recharge a dry cell bat When the charger is not in use dis tery connect it from the AC outlet Ww OD Q OD Cc A gt Q 20 The transmitter may be damaged or the battery Do this to prevent accidents and to avoid overheat electrolyte may leak or the battery may break ing Set data backup The set data of each function of the T3PM 2 4G MX transmitter is stored in a memory element that does not require a backup battery Therefore the transmitter can be used without paying attention to the backup battery life Receiver Nomenclature Connectors 3 CH3 servo CH3 2 Throttle servo CH2 1 Steering servo CH1 B C Power connector DS
20. screen Brake mixing adjustment Preparation Select setup item BMX MD and make the following adjustments 1 Function ON OFF Set the function to the ON state by pressing the or button OFF Function OFF ON Function ON 2 Mixing amount adjustment Select setup item BMX RT and use the and buttons to adjust the mixing amount Mixing amount can be adjusted within the 0 120 range 3 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Programmable Mixing PMX This function allows you to apply mixing between the steering throttle and channel 3 channels Calling the setup screen Initial screen Setup screen Setup items PMX MD Function ON OFF PMX RT L F U Mixing rate Left side PMX RT R B D Mixing rate Right side PMX MS Master channel PMX SL Slave channel Mixing amount 100 50 100 Initial value 50 Adjustment buttons Use the and buttons to make adjustments Press the and buttons simulta neously approx 1 sec to return to the initial screen Po a Piha Y Lhd Tl tbo II 50 d CITT COT Sc Ales g s s Dh v l GEI L TI LI haw linlli HM V A an Press SEL key to select the desired function screen re Program mixing adjustment Preparation Press CH key to select the next set up screen Only when MD is on Use the fun
21. situ ation and may cause death or serious injury if ignored and A Danger not performed properly Indicates procedures which may lead to dangerous situa A Warn i ng tions and could cause death or serious injury as well as su perficial injury and physical damage S Indicates procedures that may not cause serious injury but Caution p y ER could lead to physical damage Symbols 9 Prohibited Mandatory TI Q lt Q E D Di bc D lt gt D 2 gt D gt Di et O O gt D D R603FF FS Precautions A Caution Mandatory Procedures d Always use R603FF FS under the following conditions Power supply 6V Nicd battery PPM HRS mode Servo 6V type Futaba Digital Servo HRS mode If these conditions are not followed control may be impossible or the servo may be damaged Operation Precautions A Warning Prohibited Procedures Do not operate outdoors on rainy Do not operate in the following days run through puddles of water places or use when visibility is limited Near people or roads Should any type of moisture water or snow enter any On any pond when boats are present component of the system erratic operation and loss of control may occur Near high tension power lines or communi cation broadcasting antennas Interference could cause loss of control Improper in l stallation of your Radio Control System in your model OQ D
22. spent battery Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on Ni Cd battery recycling in your area Futaba Cor poration of America s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environ ment and conserving natural resources RBRC is a trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con nected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician
23. transmitter can be received again this function automatically resets For gasoline engine cars it is recommended that the throttle channel be set to the direction that applies the brakes Battery fail safe function When the receiver battery voltage drops to 4 2V or less this function moves the throttle servo to the position set by fail safe function When the voltage recovers this function automatically resets Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set up screen Initial screen Setup screen fog fm C C er C C mc E E The servo position is displayed when the E fail safe function hay IT I EE AE ey a H H HT See LIL a I el Ee Ea LT was set up l Press SEL key to select the Setup items desired function screen F S ST Steering setting F S TH Throttle setting F S 3C Channel 3 setting Fail safe function setup Preparation Select the desired channel setup item and make the following adjustments 1 Servo position setup When the fail safe function operates the steering wheel the throttle trigger or channel 3 lever remains in the desired operation position When the and buttons are pressed simultaneously for about 1 second the servo position is displayed and you can confirm that the function was set When you want to release the setting press the or button OFF is displayed Each channel can be set similarly 2 When ending adjustment return t
24. will change pitch and the lever will not move any farther Trim Operation With the digital trim feature trim adjustments have no effect on the maximum servo travel This prevents the linkages from binding when adjustments are made The digital trim DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 step amount can be adjusted by the Digital trim step function STP DT see page 58 Grip lever operation Initial settings DT3 Steering D R DT4 Throttle ATL Push the lever to the left or right The current set value is displayed on the LCD screen for about three seconds when each lever is operated The digital trim DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 step amount can be adjusted by the Digital trim step function STP DT see page 58 Steering D R rate ATL position U LU U U EIN UI _ l Li A click sound is made at each step When the maximum position is reached at each side the tone of the click changes Thereafter the set value does not change Mechanical ATL Adjustment Make this adjustment when you want to make the throttle trigger brake reverse side stroke narrower Adjustment Using a Phillips screwdriver adjust the trigger brake reverse side stroke by turning the screw through the adjusting hole indicated by the arrow in the figure The screw moves the throttle trigger stopper When the adjusting screw is turned clockwise the stroke becomes narrower Mechanical ATL l adjustingscrew Caution
25. B D and use the and buttons to adjust the steering angle 3 When adjusting the EPA of another channel immediately after this see the adjustment method for that channel When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Steering Speed SPD Quick steering operation will cause momentary understeering loss of speed or spin ning This function is effective in such cases Smooth cornering Understeering l Steering speed not set Steering speed set Operation This function limits the maximum speed of TN direction the steering servo Delay function Turning speed adjustment range The steering speed when the steering wheel is operated TN direction and returned RN RN direction Return speed adjust ment range direction can be independently set If the steering wheel is turned slower than the set speed the steer ing servo is not affected uoneJado yous Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set up screen Initial screen Setup screen gt IL HEFE MEER Adjustment range 0 100 each direction MO Im l TOT Th ICO TDK elmer buttons LILI VI I I at lN A TY V Use the and buttons to make adjustments Press SEL key to select the Setup item Return to the initial value by pressing desired function screen SPD TN TURN direction the and buttons simultaneously SPD RN RETURN direction approx 1 sec Steering
26. C connector RS232C for factory use only Antenna Coaxial cable Futaba RGOSFF Reeven SW A See v d FASST R603FF FS D KA D b L S Ue S ON receiver a 21 For the receiver servos and other connections see page 22 Installation Receiver and Servo Connections 5 D EH D D Q gt 22 When connecting and installing the receiver and servos read the Installation Safety Precautions Installation For Electric Powered Models Switch R603FF FS CH1 SI Ke Steering servo G CH3 servo S Throttle servo GZ Steering servo To Battery Switch Installation Safety Precautions Receiver Antenna Installation ees Install the R603FF FS receiver on the car as follows y ve Note The operating range may become shorter depending on where the receiver and the antenna are mounted Asna A Warning l Coaxial cable elnstall the antenna in the higher place as shown in the figure Keep the antenna as for away from the motor ESC and other noise sources as possible ePut the antenna in the antenna tube to protect it OQ Do not cut the antenna Do not bend the coaxial cable Doing so causes damage R603FF FS A War
27. GOUT In CL TL OD Programmable Mixing MR t Steering D R CH CHI GD TEU la b ID Zou CT copay Ae ka oT Dia D T cna Am mar iin IL LR TL U LR TX 1 ER TR 1 CT L LU LU TY la 4WS Mixing R Trim i ott ore U T Dr ou TL gt NA CLERK r Digital trim DT1 DT4 display The current position is displayed on the LCD screen for about two seconds when each digital trim is operated Press CH key to select the next set up screen ABS BMX PMX and 4WS Any set up screen can not be selected when the function is set to off or inh System Functions Turn on the power switch while pressing SEL key Press SEL key to select the desired function screen Press it for one second or more to scroll to the opposite direction Model Copy dnd Adjuster Cp Cp CH CHe qe E Bette N Pr hs G i E EE EH SE I ei CIT PE RET CIT KT il I Ht Lt 3 CTT Dr CTT IN Model Reset LED Mode Selection CET Ee MII lL 1 I T MT GIEF LE LE tal EN Model Name 3 D Condition 2 Selection x E displayed for about i oF one second KID i CON TI 1 IME 1 1 UI OO 1 D Z t Digital Trim Step 1 at at D SE SEF SEF SEF ie 4 7 N gt S gt 1 har gt MIT I gt bard gt TE ds TET Ss EK TI 3 1 WII LI III 1 LL 7 CEE L Ui L ati EK HRS PPM Select A Z Function Select Lever FP Foe Poe Foc Pre i EEN GEES c
28. ST med AVA ET T 6 2 4GHz SS Futaba Advanced fo Technology Z 1M23N13518 vesa i D A E rz WU i S m 3PM 2 4G MX 3 channel FASST Radio control system for Car eee INSTRUCTION MANUAL CE 0682 Futaba Digital Proportional R C System Thank you for purchasing a Futaba 3PM 2 4G MX system Before using your 3PM 2 4G MX 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 This product may be used for models only It is not intended for use in any application other than the control of models for hobby and recreational purposes 2 Exportation precautions a When this product is exported from the country of manufacture its use is to be approved by the laws govern ing the country of destination for devices that emit radio frequencies If this product is then re exported to other countries it may be subject to restrictions on such export Prior approval of the appropriate goverment authori ties 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 b Use of this product with other than models may be restricted by Export and Trade Control Regulations and an application for export approval must be su
29. UIOIN e gta etakoyt siy ee esu ee NEEE EES AAEE RAEE 46 Channel 3 POSITION esiescds sete ege e dee Edel EEN See 47 SUD del RE 48 Channel CT 49 Model SCOT E EES EEN EE E 50 NU EEN 51 System Functions For Your Safety TEIE eo A A E e ee 53 As Well As Model Reset 54 That Of Others Model Name EE 54 HRS PPM Select E 55 Function Select Switch 2 sssseseneseeeseseeeusescecececaeecesssnsnenss 56 Function Select Lever ssc esse seene nenen enne 57 Digital Trim Step EE 58 Condition 2 Selection s esesceeneeeeeeeeeeeeneneesescececaescssesssnesenes 59 LED Mode Selce iOD e geven dk EEN EENS AER SOA ea ia NEE dee 59 PUSS TH 60 Installation Reference Rating ees 0 oJ dlo aY N nt ln E enee geesde ENEE e 62 Troubleshooting seseseeeeereeeeeerereeeeeeeeeeeeerereresrerereere rere ereer 63 Initial Error DiSplayS c eccccceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeseseeeeeeeseseeeneeseeseeeeeeeeneenensees 64 Set Up When requesting repair cccceseeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeenseenseeensneeneeeenseeeeeeenenes 65 Function Map Reference 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 Symbols Explanation Indicates a procedure which could lead to a dangerous
30. atically determine which mode is active HRS or PPM mode R603FF FS Diversity antenna R603FS Simple segment type LCD display and four edit keys for easy data setup 10 model memory Model names can use up to 3 letters numbers and symbols so that easily understood names can be set Model copy function simplifies creation of a model memory with different fine setups Two function groups Frequently used functions System functions Frequently used functions can be easily called from the initial screen with Select Key SEL WS mixing 4WS This mixing is used with Crawler and other 4WS specification cars The 1 channel controls the front side steering and the 3 channel controls the rear side steering The operation mode of the front and rear wheels can be switched by switch SW1 Brake mixing for large cars BMX Brake mixing of the front and rear wheels of 1 5GP cars etc has balance adjustment functions Steering dual rate D R ST Steering angle can be adjusted with digital trim lever Anti skid Braking System ABS This function applies the brakes so that the tires of gasoline engine cars etc do not lose their grip on the road even when braking at corners Throttle acceleration ACC Gasoline engine cars have a time lag before the clutch and brakes are connected The ACC function minimizes this time lag Steering speed SPD When you sense that the steering servo is too fast etc the servo operat
31. attention at once The electrolyte can cause blindness If electrolyte comes in contact with your skin or clothes wash with water immediately For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others Storage and Disposal Precautions A Warning Prohibited Procedures OQ 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 NiCd batteries can be very dangerous when mishandled and cause chemical damage A Caution Prohibited Procedures Mandatory Procedure OQ Do not store your R C system in the If the system will not be used for a following places long period of time remove the bat Where it is extremely hot or cold teries from the transmitter and model Where the system will be exposed to direct and store in a cool dry place sunlight If the batteries are left in the transmitter electrolyte Where the humidity is high may leak and damage the transmitter This applies to the model also Remove the batteries from it also to prevent damage Where vibration is prevalent Where dust is prevalent Where the system would be exposed to steam and condensation Storing your R C system under adverse conditions could cause deformation and numerous problems with operations T Q lt Q EC Wal D bc OD lt gt D H gt D gt D geb O
32. bei en rabei 12 Features sse seeeeeeee see reeee eree renre ereer 12 R a Ta TO EE 14 Nomenclature Transmitter Receiver Servo ssseessse esse ees ee essere sese 15 Une UE d e RE 22 Receiver and Servo Connections cccseeccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesneeeeneeeeesseeseeseeeeees 22 Installation Safety Precautions sss sees vesse sees see esse esse eers ese ereenn 22 I ET ta Uy TT 24 How to link the transmitter and the receiver sss esse essere sssseeeessse ee ess seves 24 How to set the F S position PPM model ssssseessseessse esse sees es ee es resreeres 24 Preparations Transmitter csssseesssees sees sees sees seees sees ese esse enesenn 25 PUNCTHON Map SE 28 FUNCTION Selection ccseccssseceeseeeeseseeeeseeeeessaesesneeeenseseseeeeenseeeesseeeeneeeees 28 FUNCIONS scsi assa ct asa 2 a2 22 oasa Eaa Enana aaae 30 End Point Adjuster eege cccceeniteededenceeccenrecnneceeretedeeecerestves 30 StCeringG SPO dereen laces see eeh 33 Steering EXP Throttle EXP sccccsscssseeeeeseeeesseeeenseeeessaesensneeeseesenseeaeees 34 ARS FUN CUOM iie EES 36 Throttle Acceleration ccccsseecccesesseeeceseeseeeeeesensneeeeesesneeesesseneeeeesenenenes 38 Brake MIXING Eege EENS EENS EENEG A0 Programmable Mixing eccsecccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeensneeeeeeenseaeeeensneeeeeeenseeeeeeeenees 41 AWS MIXING BEE 42 Fail Safe Battery Fail Safe HRS mode sssesssseessee esse esse eee sresreen ennes 44 dl EE 45 Steering D R E 46 ATE FUN C
33. bmitted 3 Modification adjustment and replacement of parts Futaba is not responsible for unauthorized modification adjustment and replacement of parts on this product Any such changes may void the warranty Compliance Information Statement for U S A This device trade name Futaba Corporation of America model number R603FF FS complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The responsible party of this device compliance is Futaba Service Center 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 U S A TEL 217 398 8970 or E mail support futaba rc com Support TEL 217 398 0007 or E mail service futaba rc com Service Battery Recycling for U S A The RBRC SEAL on the easily removable nickel cadmium battery contained in Futaba products indicates that Futaba Corporation of America is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives when taken out of service within the United States The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel cadmium batteries into the trash or mu nicipal waste system which is illegal in some areas You may contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the
34. ction 1 Timer selection Select setup item TYP and use the and buttons to select the timer type 2 Alarm time setup Select setup item ALM TM and use the and buttons to set the alarm time Functions 51 7 E gt O m Q gt D 52 3 Linking start with the trigger Select setup item TIMER and press the and buttons simulta neously for about 1 second A beeping sound is generated and RDY displays at the timer display and the system enters the RDY state Trigger operation starts the timer Timer start stop operation The switch SW1 preset by function select switch function page 54 starts the timer Only starting can be linked with the throttle trigger LAP memory operation This timer can memorize each lap time of each switch SW 1 operation 100 laps Switch operation after the set time by alarm has elapsed automatically stops the timer Each lap time is memorized in a lap memory The lap times are written sequen tially When the timer is stopped the final lap is memorized and the total time is automatically written The lap times are memorized to a next start and can be checked at the lap time screen Checking the lap times 1 Select the lap time screen ALL and check the total time 2 Use the and buttons to scroll each lap screen and check each lap time Model Copy CPY This function copies the entire contents of the currently called model memory to ano
35. ction OFF 2cy 2cy mode 4cy 4cy mode 2 Master MIX mode ON OFF Select setup item MST MX and set the function to the ON or OFF by pressing the or button 3 Mixing amount adjustment Select setup item 4WS RT and use the and buttons to adjust the mixing amount 4 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button d E 2 Advice E Linkage at 4WS function selection L 1 After connecting the linkage use the servo reverse function to change the direction of operation of the front and rear wheels so that it is the same mode as the operation mode F1 F2 F3 F4 being selected 2 Thereafter use the end point adjuster to adjust the left and right steering angles 3 Finally use 4WS RT to adjust the mixing amount In addition when you want to change the mixing amount by digital trim select 4W at the function select lever setup screen 43 TI E gt O E Q gt D 44 Fail Safe Function F S HRS mode HRS mode only Fail safe function This function moves the steering throttle and channel 3 servos to a preset position when the receiver cannot receive the signal from the transmitter for some reason When the servo operation position is not set this function operates so that the servos remain in the position they were in immediately before reception was lost and then the servo signal from the receiver is halt immediately When the signal from the
36. ction select switch function page 56 to select the switch as desired Select setup item PMX MD and make the following adjustments 1 Function ON OFF Set the function to the ON state by pressing the or button INH Function OFF ON Function ON OFF Switch OFF 2 Master channel Select setup item PMX MS and select the master channel by pressing the or button 3 Slave channel Select setup item PMX SL and select the slave channel by pressing the or button 4 Mixing amount adjustment upper item Select setup item PMX RT L F U and use the and buttons to ad just the mixing amount 5 Mixing amount adjustment lower item Select setup item PMX RT R B D and use the and buttons to ad just the mixing amount Functions 6 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button 41 AWS Mixing 4WS This mixing is used with Crawler and other 4WS specification cars The 1 channel controls the front side steering and the 34 channel controls the rear side steering Operation The operation mode of the front and rear wheels can be switched by switch SW1 The operation mode switching pattern can also be selected 2cy mode 4cy mode 2cy mode Each time SW is pressed reverse phase F1 and same phase F2 are switched alternately 4cy mode Each time SW1 is pressed it sequentially switches to rever
37. de acceleration amount adjustment Select setup item ACC BK and use the and buttons to adjust the acceleration amount 0 No acceleration 100 Maximum acceleration Brake side maximum steering angle 3 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Functions 39 TI E gt O e Q gt D 40 Brake Mixing BMX Use this mixing when the front and rear brakes must be adjusted independently such as in 1 5GP cars etc This mixing uses the 2nd channel to control the rear brakes and the 3rd channel to control the front brakes When the brake mixing function is turned ON thereafter the 4WS function is forcefully turned OFF Operation When braking mixing is applied to 2nd channel and to 3rd channel Mixing rate setting are possible The set value of A B S functions is reflected Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set up screen Only when MD is on Initial screen T 1 L L V MII LILI Press SEL key to select the desired function screen Setup screen gt UKM v hd Lll LP ii G R l 1 ore l TI TH in dial j i Setup items BMX MD Function ON OFF BMX RT Mixing rate Mixing rate 0 100 120 Initial value 100 Adjustment buttons Use the and buttons to make adjustments Press the and buttons simulta neously approx 1 sec to return to the initial
38. ed return the system to our service de partment for inspection and repair Item Check Battery Dead battery gt Change the batteries Charge the NiCd Batteries inserted incorrectly gt Reload the batteries in accordance with the polarity markings Faulty contact gt Check to see if the contacts are bent and not making good contact Dirty contacts gt Clean the contacts and check for corrosion Monitor LED Check the LED on the rear of the transmitter Refer to the How to bind the transmitter and the receiver p 24 Receiver Battery Dead battery gt Replace or recharge Wrong polarity gt Check connections Antenna Near other wiring gt Move away from wiring Was antenna cut gt Request repair Is the antenna installed correctly gt Refer to the receiver installation p 22 Monitor LED Check the LED of the receiver Refer to the How to link the transmitter and the receiver p 24 Connector connections Wiring incorrect gt Insert all connectors firmly Loose connections gt Push the connector in firmly Binding or loose gt Adjust the linkage in model Is movement stiff gt Adjust linkage in model Motor Electric powered Noise problems gt Install capacitors on motor Reference 63 Error Displays Low Battery Alarm If the transmitter battery voltage drops to 8 5V or less an audible alarm will sound and LOW BT will be displayed on the LCD screen LCD screen Zh Warning
39. eering wheel fully to the right and use the and buttons to adjust the steering angle 3 When adjusting the EPA of another channel immediately after this see the adjustment method for that channel When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Throttle EPA adjustment Preparation Before setting the throttle EPA set the throttle ATL lever initial setup DT4 to the maximum steering angle position 100 Select setup item TH and make the following adjustments 1 Throttle forward side adjustment Pull the throttle trigger fully to the high side and use the and buttons to adjust the steering angle However when using an FET amp set to 100 Functions 31 E gt O m Q gt D 2 Throttle brake side reverse side adjustment Push the throttle trigger fully to the brake side and use the and but tons to adjust the steering angle However when using an FET amp set to 100 3 When adjusting the EPA of another channel immediately after this see the adjustment method for that channel When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button 3rd channel servo EPA adjustment Preparation Select setup item 3C L F U and make the following adjustments 1 3rd channel servo up side adjustment Use the and buttons to adjust the steering angle 2 3rd channel servo down side adjustment Select setup item 3C R
40. el Name 1 Move the cursor blinking to the column you want to change using the CH button 2 Change the character using the or button Set the model name by repeating steps 1 and 2 above 3 When ending adjustment turn off the power switch before use HRS PPM Select MOD The signal mode output from the transmitter can be changed PPM HRS When the mode was changed and when a model of a different mode was selected signals are output in the mode set at the point at which the transmitter power was turned back on Calling the setup screen 2 Next use SEL key to select the desired function screen 1 Turn on the power switch while pressing SEL key ce DG Sc Signal mode Cvt TM Te Terl e moa KE NY l SR er EIEC Ee Me HRS PPM mode selection 1 Mode selection Use the or button to select the mode 2 When ending adjustment turn off the power switch before use Functions 55 ky E gt O Q gt D 56 Function Select Switch FNC SW This function allows selection of the function to be performed by the switches SW1 SW2 Calling the setup screen 1 Turn on the power switch while pressing SEL key Function select switch setup OF function off 3C Channel 3 MX Programmable mixing TM Timer switch Settable functions SW1 Sw2 Settable functions SW2 OF function off 3C Channel 3
41. er UP TIMER function The UP TIMER can be used to count the time between start and stop The timer repeatedly starts and stops each time the switch is operated and accumulates the time between each start and stop The first start operation can be linked to the throttle trigger An alarm sound can be set DOWN TIMER function The DOWN TIMER can be used to count the time between start and stop The time remaining is displayed Start and stop are repeated at each switch operation and the time between each start and stop is counted down and displayed The start time becomes the alarm set time When the count reaches 00 minute 00 second the down timer operates like an up timer The first start operation can linked with the throttle trigger An alarm sound can be set Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set p up screen Initial screen Setup screen I E i eg LI LI DT 1 TLALI V PC 3 1 1 Pi LC L TIMER TIMER TIMER TIMER hart LIT T Tha CE Tv II DI ha Tha MOTTA V V Vd CC ve II a 4 T NA GEES RTE le KO iea ta TEE EE l Press SEL key to select the Setup items Timer type desired function screen TYP Timer selection TYP UP UP timer ALM TM Alarm time setup TYP DN DOWN timer Alarm time 1 100 min Initial value 4 min Timer setup Preparation Use the function select switch function page 54 to select the switch SW1 Select the TM in the above fun
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43. g Page 17 5 Set EPA of each channel and adjust the servo throw travel Page 30 Initial Set Up 27 dem uonouny 28 3PM 2 4G Lf gt 4 2 4GHz FASST Function Map Power switch turned on Press SEL key to select the desired function screen Press it for one second or more to scroll to the opposite direction HH The current modulation mode and E model number are displayed dt for about two seconds Initial Screen End Point Adjuster Z Timer E rE a UI LI DI L 1 1 TTL TIMER TIMER TIMER TIMER ee AH _ K es TTM CO Tv Gti II Ad Tha JIL LAT LI UI BIERG TLL lL Model Select cer Cer JCE slk L H WM kan gt gt TOT Cb S OT TK Mr iro M IL I Lar OCT IC Aly CU CL 1 III lU Steering EXP Throttle EXP KL Z Channel Reverse TTS TTS TT SEI G lt SE LI LI LI DIr ore Cet Cap pe Dean onp cz acy ot Poe OE C R 0 lC CW Ean li YC a IC LH Pv ABS Function BR Subtrim D TTU Foo GEE DN DN DN A l EE Ee deeg Ett EA ae bi E MUTT OL ve JO DTD Ad STs ee YH D Lah EC 0 HUN Lep es ad TT QL OO LT U L IT TS Oe Eisen i Throttle Acceleration RB Z Channel 3 Position IR TI TN LJ L LJ dorr nr OP P EI rug CU LO CIE Dt Ref Brake mixing ATL Function TTT p ett TTS IL L ore III Thay OT nay Am OT Di LO In Di
44. h e gt _ gt l MOJ PP TT LST Ta THe Ta DRY THT Function Select Switch bei Fag F It ec II IT NGC L Press CH key to select the next set up screen Function Map 3PM 2 4G TIX Functions FASST End point adjuster EPA Use this when performing left and right steering angle adjustments throttle high side brake side operation amount adjustment and channel 3 servo up side down side op eration amount adjustment during linkage Corrects the maximum steering angle and left and right steering angles when there is a difference in the turning radius due to the characteristics etc of the vehicle Maximum steering angle The EPA function basically determines the maximum steering angle of each channel The functions shown below may have been adjusted or the operating range set by EPA function may be exceeded Check the linkage each time the following functions are adjusted Sub trim all channels Throttle Acceleration Brake side Brake mixing rate Program mixing slave side all channels ATL trim ATL trim allows adjustment of the brake side operation amount during operation Therefore when the operating angle is adjusted with throttle EPA ATL trim must also be taken into account Warning Make sure that the knuckle stopper is not contacted during steering operation and that unreasonable force is not applied to the servo during other channel operation If unreasonable
45. he screen changes After checking the trim set the trim value to the center 0 position DT1 Steering trim Throttle trim uae POREN U U Steering dual rate DT3 check At initial set up steering dual rate is assigned to grip lever DT3 upper at the grip of the transmitter Operate the DT3 lever and check if the D R value displayed on the screen changes After checking D R set the steering dual rate to 100 Throttle ATL DT4 check At initial setting throttle ATL is assigned to grip lever DT4 lower at the grip of the transmitter Operate the DT4 lever and check if the ATL value displayed on the screen changes After checking ATL set throttle ATL to 100 Steering DIR Throttle ATL value position Set Up Procedure When Installed In a Car When installing the servos in a car performing function set up in the following order is recommended 1 Set up the servo trims page 26 2 Set the servo direction of operation using the Reverse function Page 49 The servo installation method and linkage direction depend on the kit Therefore the servo operation direction may have to be reversed relative to transmitter operation Before in stalling the servo check the operating direction and set it us ing the Reverse function 3 Set the subtrim and adjust the servo neutral point Page 48 4 Set the trigger travel by adjusting the throttle trigger me chanical ATL to your likin
46. ifications and ratings are subject to change without prior notice Communication method One way operation system Mode PPM HRS Auto detect Maximum operating range 80m Optimum condition For safety F S B F S ID About 4 billion ways of pair identifications Transmitter T3PM 2 4G MX Wheel system 3 channels Transmitting frequency 2 4GHz band Power requirement NiCd battery NT8F700B 9 6V Dry cell battery Penlight x 8 12V Current drain 250mA or less Transmission antenna 1 2 di pole Receiver R603FF R603FS Reception antenna R603FF External R603FS Internal and external Diversity Power requirement 6V NiCd battery DSC function available T3PM 2 4G MX is not available RS232C port for factory use only Size 39x26x 14mm excluding a projection part Weight 12 8 Reference 61 Optional Parts The following parts are available as 3PM 2 4G MX system options Purchase them to match your application For other optional parts refer to our catalog Transmitter NiCd Battery When purchasing a transmitter NiCd battery as a spare etc use the following Part name NT8F1100B 9 6V 1 100mAh J D h D D gt O D 62 Troubleshooting If your system fails to operate or you experience a short range problem or erratic control check the table below for possible causes If after you have followed the suggestions listed the problem is not correct
47. ing speed direction that suppresses the maximum speed can be adjusted Di D eeh Q D Cc o gt Q 12 Racing timer TIMER Up timer or Down timer can be selected A lap time can record 100 lap times and the total time The timer can also be started automatically by trigger operation The race time can be set Digital trim Steering trim Throttle trim Steering D R Throttle ATL The current position is displayed on the LCD screen for about three seconds when each digital trim is operated Function select lever function FNC DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 This function assigns a function to levers digital trims grip levers Trim positioning at each model call is unnecessary because all the levers are digital Digital trim step function STP DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 The digital trim DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 step amount can be adjusted by means of this function Function select switch function FNC SW1 SW2 This function assigns a function to the two installed switches Condition 2 Selection In specific functions two rates can be set up and switched with SW1 switch simulta neously during a run NEW design considers operability and weight balance Adjuster function ADJ Steering wheel and throttle trigger neutral position and operating angle correction can be applied Tension adjustment function The wheel tension can be adjusted from the outside Trigger stopper function Mechanical ATL High luminosity blue LED
48. l value 0 A B S function adjustment Preparation Select setup item ABS MD and make the following adjustments 1 Function ON OFF Set the function to the active state by pressing the or button OFF Function OFF ON Function ON 2 Brake return amount adjustment Select setup item ABS PT and use the and buttons to adjust the return amount 0 No return 50 Return to the 50 position of the brake operation amount 100 Return to the neutral position 0 3 Cycle speed adjustment Select setup item ABS CY and use the and buttons to adjust the speed The lower the set value the faster the cycle speed 4 Delay amount setup Select setup item ABS DL and use the and buttons to adjust the delay amount 0 A B S function performed without any delay 50 A B S function performed after an approximate 0 7 sec delay 100 A B S function performed after an approximate 1 4 secs delay 5 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Functions 37 Throttle Acceleration ACC Gasoline engine cars have a small time lag at both the forward side and brake side because a certain clearance is necessary at the linkage Reducing this time lag at the transmitter side provides the same sharp response as electric motor cars Carburetor A slight clearance is required at the linkage but the throttle acceleration functi
49. ning Connector Connections Be sure the receiver servo and con nectors are fully and firmly con nected Servo Throw Q Operate each servo over its full stroke and be sure the linkage does not bind or is loose If vibration from the model causes a connector to work loose while the model is in operation you may lose control Receiver Vibration Damping and Waterproofing Dampen the vibration to the receiver by mounting it to the chassis or mounting plate with thick double sided tape in electric powered mod els In gas powered models wrap the receiver in foam and mount it where the vibration is the least prevalent Boat Dampen the vibration to the receiver by wrapping it in foam Waterproof by placing it in a plastic bag or make the radio box in your model watertight The continuous application of unreasonable force to a servo may cause damage and excessive battery drain Servo Installation When you install the servos always use the rubber grommets provided in servo hardware bags Mount the ser vos so they do not directly come in contact with the mount If the receiver is subjected to strong vibration or shock erratic or loss of control may occur If any moisture comes in contact the receiver and servos you may experience the same result as well as damage to the system Electronic speed control Install the heat sinks where they wil not come in contact with aluminum carbon fiber or other par
50. o not operate this R C system when could result in serious injury you are tired not feeling well or under the influence of alcohol or drugs Your judgment is impaired and could result in a dan gerous situation that may cause serious injury to your self as well as others Mandatory Procedures Q Adjust the antenna vertically to the ground Otherwise the operating range may become shorter For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others Always perform an operating range check prior to use Problems with the radio control system as well as improper installation in a model could cause loss of control Simple range test method Have a friend hold the model or clamp it down or place it where the wheels or prop cannot come in contact with any object Walk away and check to see if the servos follow the movement of the controls on the transmitter Should you notice any abnormal operation do not operate the model Also check to be sure the model memory matches the model in use A Caution Prohibited Procedures Never hold only the an Do not touch the engine motor speed control or tenna any part of the model that will generate heat while Hold the grip handle otherwise the the model is operating or immediately after its use antenna may be damaged These parts may be very hot and can cause serious burns Mandatory Procedures When making adjustments to the model do so with the engine not
51. o the initial screen by pressing the SEL Steering Trim Throttle Trim TRM Steering neutral adjustments and throttle neutral adjustments during a run can be made by moving the trim lever to the left or right the up or down This setting is linked to transmitter digital trim lever DT1 and DT2 When DT1 or DT2 is assigned to another function set the trim function with this screen When Trim usage is extreme If it takes most of your trim movement to get a servo to the neutral position reposition the servo horn or servo saver on the servo and inspect your linkage installation Calling th Press CH key to select the next set alling the setup screen up screen a Initial screen Setup screen mir i IT Tv pw ae When each digital trim is operated the gt TRM screen is displayed hard LIT TD TTo TEIM T LU automaticaly for about three seconds III Li PELI R L IY L rtd l Trim position Press SEL key to select the Steering trim Throttle trim L F U 100 0 R B D 100 desired function screen position position Initial value 0 Setup Item Adjustment buttons TRM ST Steering trim posiion Use the and buttons to make TRM TH Throttle trim posiion adjustments Press the and buttons simulta neously approx 1 sec to return to the initial screen Trim adjustment Preparation Select the desired setup item and make the following adjustments 1 Position adjustment
52. on acts to reduce the time lag caused by this clearance n E gt O m Q gt D 38 Operation m Brake side Operation near the throttle trigger neutral position becomes a sharp rise Forward side The forward and brake sides can be set separately Set value Gan Brake side f FORWARD 100 The standard value 100 point of this setup effects the operation amount set by throttle EPA function Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set up screen Initial screen Setup screen gt gt ID ak LI hard LIT PH Feel EH fl NA o _ lL L UI LIL LI 1 IL L T UU OLLO l Press SEL key to select the Setup items Forward acceleration amount desired function screen ACC FW Forward side acceleration 0 100 amount Initial value O ACC BK Brake side acceleration Brake side acceleration amount amount 0 100 Initial value O Adjustment buttons Use the and buttons to make adjustments Press the and buttons simulta neously approx 1 sec to return to the initial screen Throttle acceleration adjustment Preparation Select setup item ACC FW and make the following adjustments 1 Forward acceleration amount adjustment Use the and buttons to adjust the acceleration amount 0 No acceleration 100 Maximum acceleration Approximately 1 2 of the forward side steering angle 2 Brake si
53. or 3C 1 Servo reverse setting Use the or button to reverse the servo operation direction Each channel can be set similarly 2 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button Functions 49 Model Select SEL Use this function to call a new model number or to change a set model number to set new model data The T3PM 2 4G MX transmitter can store the model data for ten R C cars Calling model memories of different modulation modes HRS PPM After the new model is called signals are still output in the old model modulation mode until the transmitter power is turned off Before using the new modulation mode turn the power off and on See page 55 for the HRS PPM mode selection Calling the setup screen Press CH key to select the next set up screen Initial screen Setup screen mart Cel Z 1 LLIA V JAC TE MEI It momo iM I mm NA NA NA LIU a I LGT 1 LL IL ILI l Press SEL key to select the desired function screen Model number 01 10 Model name Model Select 1 Model No selection Use the CH button to select the Model No 2 Select execution Press the and buttons simultaneously for about 1 second 3 when ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button TI E gt O m Q gt D 50 Timer TIMER Use the timer by selecting from UP Timer or DOWN tim
54. pilot lamp You can select your desired brightness of the pilot lamp Four steps Before Using 13 Bet Contents Your 3PM 2 4G MX system includes the following 3PM 2 4G MX system T3PM 2 4G MX Transmitter Receiver R603FF or R603FS Transmitter battery holder Miscellaneous Receiver switch Instruction manual Ww D eeh Q D Cc o gt Q 14 A Caution Always use R603FF FS under the following conditions Power supply 6V NiCd battery PPM HRS mode Servo 6V type Futaba Digital Servo HRS mode If the conditions are different control is impossible or the servo may be damaged A Caution Always use only genuine Futaba transmitter receiver FET amp NiCd battery and other optional parts Futaba will not be responsible for damage caused by other than genuine Futaba parts and components Use only the genuine Futaba parts and components listed in the instruction manual and catalog Transmitter T3PM 2 4G MX Nomenclature S e Zh Caution S Never hold the antenna alone Hold the grip handle Otherwise the antenna may be damaged Antenna See page 16 for the operating instructions Steering trim DT1 Va Steering wheel wore CH3 switch SW2 3PM 8 4G See page 16 for the operating instructions Throttle trim DT2 LCD screen Before Using Pilot lamp Power switch lt Edit keys See page 16 for the operating instruc
55. running or the motor disconnected You may unexpectedly lose control and create a dangerous situation mT Q lt Q EC Wal D h OD lt gt D H gt D gt D H O a O ES gt OD D Turning on the power switches Oh Always check the throttle trigger on the transmitter to be sure it is at the neutral position 1 Turn on the transmitter power switch 2 Turn on the receiver or speed control power switch Turning off the power switches Always be sure the engine is not running or the motor is stopped 1 Turn off the receiver or speed control power switch 2 Then turn off the transmitter power switch If the power switches are turned off in the opposite order the model may unexpectedly run out of control and cause a very dangerous situation Fail safe function when using HRS mode Q 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 The fail safe function is a safety feature that minimizes set damage by moving the servos to a preset position when reception fails However
56. s set the F S position when turning on the transmitter power Preparations Transmitter Before setting the transmitter functions check and set items below Display when power switch is turned on Turn on the transmitter power mO Signal mode PP PPM mode UTC Add HRS HRS mode CET LTR A displayed for about one second IV Battery voltage Model name Model number 1 Model Number Check When the power switch is turned on the current 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 page 50 2 Signal Mode Check The T3PM 2 4G MX transmitter output signal format can be changed HRS PPM Check if the signal mode is set to the desired mode If this setting is incorrect change it with the HRS PPM Select function page 55 Initial Set Up 25 5 2 D T C 0 26 3 Trims Initial Set Up Steering trim DT1 check At initial set up steering trim is assigned to digital trim DT1 above the steering wheel Operate the DT1 lever and check if the steering trim value on the screen changes After checking the trim set the trim value to the center 0 position Throttle trim DT2 check At initial set up throttle trim is assigned to digital trim DT2 at the left side of the steering wheel Operate the DT2 lever and check if the throttle trim value on t
57. se phase F1 same phase F2 front wheels only F3 and rear wheels only F4 When the master MIX mode is turned ON the CH1 side EXP function and the steer ing speed setting are linked with the CH3 side When it is turned OFF operation is proportional to the steering wheel The mixing rate can be set When the 4WS function is ON the adjustment functions related to the 3rd channel are as follows 4WS rate 4WS RT End point adjuster EPA 4W Subtrim SBT 3C Servo reverse function REV 3C Note The 4WS function cannot be used together with the Crawler differential lock function and other functions which use the 3rd channel Moreover the channel 3 position setup screen is not displayed from the menu In addition the 3rd channel 3C cannot be selected at the function select switch and function select lever setup screen When the 4WS function is turned ON Goy mode or 4cy mode CH3 assigned to the dial and switches up to then are all switched to OFF In addition the CH3 data becomes neutral Even if the condition 2 function is set to ON it is forcefully set to OFF and SW1 selects 4W In this case the condition 2 function remains OFF even if the 4WS function is returned to OFF Even if the 4WS function is in the ON state when the condition 2 function is turned ON thereafter the 4WS function is turned OFF and SW1 forcefully selects CD In this case the 4WS function remains OFF even if the condition 2 function is turned OFF
58. the battery voltage display on the LCD screen If the voltage is low check the batter ies for insufficient contact in the case or incorrect battery polarity Low Battery Alarm If the transmitter battery voltage drops below 8 5V an alarm will sound and LOW BT will be displayed on the LCD screen The low battery alarm is meant to be a safety feature only Do NOT operate your radio below 9V Always shut your radio off as soon as possible af ter the low battery warning tone to avoid loss of control 18 For NiCd battery system The NiCd battery is connected by a connector so it can be easily removed when the transmitter is not being used for an extended amount of time Always use an NT8F1100B NiCd battery NiCd batter ar lt NT8F1100B Charging jack 7 D E C gt g 2 o o Charging the NiCd Battery AC outlet Charging Charger 1 Plug the transmitter cord of the spe cial charger into the charging jack on the side of the transmitter s s e Transmitter charging 2 Plug the charger into an AC outlet LED 3 Check that the charging LED lights Cord to transmitter charging jack When charging the NT8F1100B NiCd battery with the special charger FBC 19B 4 for U S A allow about 24 hours for charging If the transmitter has not been used for some time cycle the battery by charging and discharging it two or three times Over current protection The transmitter charging circuit is equipped with an
59. the receiver needs to be used with an other trans mitter For T R set the link is already done at factory Link procedure 1 Bring the transmitter and the receiver close to each other within one meter 2 Turn on the transmitter 3 Check the LED that is placed on the back side of the LED and transmitter to see if the RF signal is transmitted When S SW the green LED is solid ON the RF signal is transmitted Please refer the table below for LED status vs transmitter s condition LED status vs transmitter s condition Parameter check for 0 5 seconds after power on Red On Transmitting signals Green On F S is activated by the F S switch of the transmitter PPM mode Green Blink 4 Turn on the receiver 5 Push the tactile switch of the receiver 6 When the link is complete the LED in the receiver changes to solid green Please refer the table below for LED status vs receiver s condition LED status vs receiver s condition No signal reception Red On Receiving signals Green On Receiving signals but ID is unmatched Green Blink How to Set the F S Position PPM mode PPM mode only HRS mode Set the F S function by the fail safe function menu 1 Move and hold the throttle trigger to the EIS servo pam position you want to set slow side Then push the l F S switch on the transmitter The LED blinks green Note Alway
60. ther model memory Calling the setup screen 1 Turn on the power switch 2 Next use SEL key to select while pressing SEL key the desired function screen Current model No Copy destination model No Model Copy 1 Copy destination selection Use the CH button to select the copy destination model No 2 Copy execution Press the and buttons simultaneously for about 1 second 3 when ending adjustment turn off the power switch before use Functions 53 Model Reset CLR This functions resets the contents of the currently called model memory to the initial value However it does not reset the lap time memory HRS PPM select and LED mode selection Calling the setup screen 1 Turn on the power switch 2 Next use SEL key to select while pressing SEL key the desired function screen Im LL Current model No Model Reset 1 Reset execution Press the and buttons simultaneously for about 1 second 2 When ending adjustment turn off the power switch once before use Model Name NAM This function allows you to assign a three character name to each model memory Number and alphabet can be used Calling the setup screen 1 Turn on the power switch 2 Next use SEL key to select while pressing SEL key the desired function screen mot LU 1 MMT R SR Model name E gt O m Q gt D 54 Mod
61. tions Steering dual rate lever DT3 Mechanical ATL adjusting screw See page 17 for the adjustment instructions Throttle trigger ATL lever DT4 See page 16 for the operating instructions Push switch SW1 Grip Handle U T3PM DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL R C SYSTEN Futaba The switches and levers in the figure are shown in the initial setting position Precautions when turning the power switch on and off When the data is changed using the edit keys or trim levers wait at least two seconds before turning off the power If the power is turned off within two seconds after the data was changed the new data will not be written to memory 15 ius D Q D Cc o gt Q 16 Adjustment of the antenna direction Z Warning Adjust the antenna vertically to the ground Otherwise the operating range may become shorter Antenna Moving Range WH Wei SS Digital Trim Operation Initial settings DT1 Steering trim DT2 Throttle trim Push the lever to the left or right up or down The current position is displayed on the LCD screen for about three seconds when each digital trim is operated DT1 Steering trim Throttle trim position position rm rl DT2 Each step is indicated by a tone When the trim exceeds the maximum trim adjustment range the tone
62. ts that con duct electricity If the servo case comes in direct contact with the mount vibration will be directly transmitted to the servo If this condition continues for a long time the servo may be damaged and control will be lost Motor Noise Suppression Always install capacitors to suppress noise when electric motors are used If capacitors are not properly installed you could expe rience erratic operation and reduced range as well as loss of control Other Noise Suppression Methods Be sure there are no metal parts in your model which under vibration could come in contact with other metal parts If the Electronic speed control heat sinks touch other materials that conduct electricity a short circuit could occur This could result in loss of control and damage to the system Metal to metal contacts under vibration will emit a high frequency noise that will affect the receiver s perfor mance You could experience erratic operation and reduced range as well as loss of control Installation 23 dn 19s emul 24 3PM 2 4G TIK _ Initial Set Up FASST 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 with which it is being paired Once the link is made the ID code is stored in the receiver and no further linking is necessary unless
63. unction set the channel 3 position with this screen When the 4WS function is turned to ON this CH3 set up screen is not displayed Calling the setup screen Initial screen Setup screen IER ke Channel 3 position z l MIT IT Lt III tT Lt LIT Press SEL key to select the Setup Item desired function screen RATE Channel 3 posiion Channel 3 adjustment Preparation Select setup item CH3 and make the following ad justments 1 Position adjustment Use the and buttons to adjust the channel 3 position 2 When ending adjustment return to the initial screen by pressing the SEL button When channel 3 switch is operated the CH3 screen is displayed automaticaly for about three seconds Channel 3 position L F U 100 0 R B D 100 Initial value 0 Adjustment buttons Use the and buttons to make adjustments Press the and buttons simulta neously approx 1 sec to return to the initial screen Functions 47 Subtrim SBT Use this function to adjust the neutral position of the steer ing throttle and channel 3 servos Subtrim shifts the entire servo travel range in the set direc tion Calling the setup screen Initial screen Setup screen Use to adjust the neutral position Press CH key to select the next set up screen RI L L LUJ v Press SEL key to select the desired function screen Setup

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