INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1M23N29402
Thank you for purchasing a Futaba 4PX-2.4GHz system. Before using your 4PX-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. IN NORTH AMERICA Please feel free to contact the Futaba Service Center for assistance in operation, use and programming. Please be sure to regularly visit the 4PX Frequently Asked Questions web site at www.futaba-rc.com/faq/.
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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 Battery Handling Precautions ..................................................
Initial Set-Up .......................................................................36 Preparations (Transmitter)..........................................................36 RF Output & Rx Type Check ....................................................36 Receiver Type Change & How To Link .....................................37 Receivers Other Than T-FHSS .................................................39 Servo Type Check ....................................................................
Engine Cut ...................................................................................71 Engine cut off by switch A.B.S. Function ............................................................................73 Pulse brake Mixing Menu ................................................................................78 Brake Mixing ................................................................................80 Front and rear independent brake control for 1/5GP car, etc. Steering Mixing ............
Telemetry System ......................................................................130 Telemetry Menu......................................................................131 Telemetry :Receiver Battery ...................................................132 Telemetry :The Drive Battery .................................................133 Telemetry :RPM......................................................................134 Telemetry :Temperature .........................................................
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 For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others The parts of this manual indicated by the following symbols are extremely important and must be observed. Symbols Explanation Danger Indicates a procedure which could lead to a dangerous situation and may cause death or serious injury if ignored and not performed properly.
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. Interference could cause loss of control. Improper installation of your Radio Control System in your model could result in serious injury.
Battery Handling Precautions (Only when Ni-MH/Li-ion batteries are used) Warning Never plug the charger into an outlet of other than the indicated voltage. Plugging the charger into the wrong outlet could result in an explosion or fire. For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others Never insert or remove the charger while your hands are wet. You may get an electric shock. Do not use the transmitter's battery, HT5F1700B or FT2F1700BV2 as the receiver's battery.
Storage and Disposal Precautions Warning Do not leave the radio system or models within the reach of small children. Do not throw Ni-MH/LiFe batteries into a fire. Do not expose batteries to extreme heat. Also do not disassemble or modify a battery pack. Overheating and breakage will cause the electrolyte to leak from the cells and cause skin burns, loss of sight, and other injuries. When the system will not be used for any length of time, store the system with HT5F1700B batteries in a discharged state.
Before Using Features -High balance design Rigidity is improved and weight is lightened 15g from that of the previous model by design that effectively impacts the age and the use of aluminum at part of the frame. -Full color LCD Excellent outdoor visibility OVGA3.5 inch backlighted color TFT liquid crystal. Enlarged display improves visibility tremendously. -High response & telemetry T-FHSS Before Using Increased response T-FHSS transmission increases response by 30% over that of the previous model.
-Response change function The operation response can be set in 50 steps to match your preference and the course and vehicle. -Anti-skid braking system (A.B.S.) 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 Gasoline engine cars have a time lag before the clutch and brakes become effective. The TH-ACCEL function reduces this time lag.
Set Contents $IWHU RSHQLQJ WKH ER[ ¿UVW FKHFN LI WKH FRQWHQWV FRQIRUP WR WKH IROORZLQJ 7KH FRQWHQWV GHpend on the set as shown below. Transmitter T4PX Receiver R304SB or R304SB-E Dry battery holder *Installed in transmitter. Before Using Miscellaneous Wheel offset adapter(APA) Wheel adapter 32deg Trigger brake lever (narrow type) Miniature screwdriver Instruction manual - If any of the set contents are missing, or you have any questions, please contact your dealer.
Transmitter T4PX Nomenclature 7KH VZLWFKHV GLDO DQG WULPPHUV LQ WKH ¿JXUH DUH VKRZQ LQ WKH LQLWLDO VHWWLQJ SRVLWLRQ LCD screen LED Digital Trim 2 (DT2) (default throttle trim) Digital Trim1 (DT1) (default steering trim) Digital Dial (DL1) Edit buttons Digital Trim4 (DT4) Push switch 2 (PS2) Push switch 3 (PS3) Push switch 4 (PS4) Grip Handle Before Using Steering wheel Power&Display switch A vibration motor is built into the grip handle and racing timer time-up, low battery alarm, telemetry a
Power & Display Switch The power switch and display switch are push switches. When the power switch (PWR) is held down, operation starts by transmitting radio waves. When the display switch is held down, the transmitter side data can be checked and set. When the power is turned off, if the power switch or display switch is held down, the power is turned off. If both switches are pressed simultaneously, the power is turned off quickly.
Digital Trim Operation (Wheel) (Initial settings: DT1: Steering trim, DT2: Throttle trim, DT3: Channel 3, DT4: Channel 4) Operate digital trim by tilting each trim lever up and down or left and right. The current trim position is displayed on the LCD screen. However, operation is impossible when trim/dial lock (P21) is set. DT1 Steering trim display Throttle trim display DT4 Trim Operation DT3 • Each step is indicated by a tone.
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 1 Using a 1.5mm hex wrench, adjust the trigger brake (reverse) stroke. (The screw moves the throttle trigger stopper.) • When the screw is turned clockwise, the stroke becomes narrower. Adjust the stroke while watching the screw.
Trigger Slide Adjustment & Remove The High Point Spring The throttle trigger position can be moved forward and backward. Adjustment 1 Using a 2.0mm hex wrench, loosen the trigger slide mounting screw by turning it slightly counterclockwise. Always loosen this screw. Note: If the trigger slide screw is turned too much, the screw may fall out. marked range. The high point spring can be removed by moving to the fastest from the grip.
When Using The Optional Battery When using an optional rechargeable battery, replace the battery as described below. -Always use the optional HT5F1800B, FT2F1700BV2, FT2100BV2 rechargeable battery. -The type of power source used must be set by system setting (p.148). -When the transmitter will not be used for a long time, remove the battery. Battery Replacement Method 1 Refer to the previous description and remove the transmitter battery cover.
Caution When the charger is not in use, disconnect it from the AC outlet. Do this to prevent accidents and to avoid overheating. If the power is turned on during charging, an RF error will be displayed and an audible alarm will sound. Immediately turn off the power. (See p.161) User name (15 characters) Model name (15 characters) Total timer or clock display (H:M) Upper:The current receiver type is displayed.
Changing Wheel Position And Modifying For Left-hand Use Before Using Changing the wheel position The wheel position can be offset by using the accessory APA wheel position offset adapter. 6HH SDJH IRU WKH PRGL¿FDWLRQ PHWKRG Modifying for left-hand use The wheel section left and right installation direction can be reversed. 6HH SDJH IRU WKH PRGL¿FDWLRQ PHWKRG Angle can be adjusted The angle can be finely adjusted by adjusting the steering wheel unit installation.
Installing the accessory APA steering wheel offset adapter • Obtain 2.5mm hex wrenchs./ Remove the battery. • The length of the screws used at each part differs. When reassembling the steering wheel unit, always use the specified screws. 1 Remove the 2 steer ing wheel unit mounting screws. (Using a 2.5 mm hex wrench.) 2 Being careful that the wiring is not too tight remove the steering unit. - Remove the steering unit slowly so that the internal wiring is not pulled unreasonably.
5 Pass the wiring from the transmitter and the charge unit wiring through the hole in the APA as shown in the figure and insert the 3 connectors at their original positions on the wheel unit PC board. Before Using Adapter APA 6 Using a Phillips screwdriver fasten the wheel unit and APA at the desired angle using the 2.5x19 tapping screws in the accessory bag. Be careful that the screw length is correct. Be careful that the wiring does not get pinched.
8 Install the assembled steering unit to the transmitter body. A Install slowly so that the wiring is not pinched. Installation is easy if inserted in A B order. 9 Install the assembled steering wheel unit and APA to the transmitter using the screw (3.0x12mm cap screw) supplied. (Using a 2.5 mm hex wrench.) Steering wheel unit mounting screws Before Using B Modifying for left-hand use • Obtain 2.5mm hex wrenchs.
3 Using a 2.5mm hex wrench, remove the mounting screws (3.0x1.2mm cap) of the opposite side charge unit. Remove the 2 mounting screws completely from the transmitter body. 4 Before Using Being careful that the wiring is not too tight slowly remove the charge unit. Remove the connector from the PC board. Remember the direction of the connector.
6 Insert the 8WIRE wiring connector onto the charge unit connector, and install the charge unit and transmitter body with the mounting screws. Before Using Charge unit mounting screws 7 Install the PS5 switch cap and mounting plate removed at step 1 at the opposite side of the transmitter body. Be careful that the switch body does not get caught and damaged. 8 Insert the 15WIRE wiring connector onto the steering unit, and install the steering unit to the transmitter body.
Using the optional angle spacer The wheel mounting angle can be changed by using the optional angle spacer. Three 2.5x10mm tapping screws are supplied with the angle spacer. When using and not using the APA, refer to the following installation. Obtain a Phillips screwdriver. Be careful of the length of the screws used. Actually, since there is wiring, the wheel is assembled by passing the screws through each part. Angle spacer Before Using 2.6x15mm tapping screws 2.
Non-telemetry LED (telemetry OFF sign) When the telemetry function is inhibited by race regulations, a special LED lights when WKH WHOHPHWU\ IXQFWLRQ LV 2)) WR FRQ¿UP WKDW the telemetry function is not operating. Handling the antenna and card slot and receiver About T4PX Antenna Cannot rotate more than 90˚.If rotated forcibly, the antenna will be damaged.
Handling an microSD card (commercial product) T4PX model data and telemetry log data can be saved by using a commercial microSD card. When T4PX software updates are released, the microSD card can also be used to make the update. (Commercial product) SD standard and SDHC standard microSD cards (Some models may not be operated by card.) Before Using *The data in the memory card cannot be guaranteed regardless of the contents and cause of trouble or damage.
Receiver Terminology Antenna Tactile switch/LED Coaxial cable Connectors 4 :CH4 servo(CH4) 3 :CH3 servo(CH3) 2 :Throttle servo(CH2) 1 :Steering servo(CH1) S.BUS2 :Power /S.BUS2 connector The receiver power supply can be connected to the S-BUS2 connector or each of CH1-4. Install the R304SB receiver on the car as follows: The operating range may become shorter, depending on where the receiver and the antenna are mounted. WARNING Do not cut or bundle the receiver antenna wire.
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. 7KH ¿JXUH VKRZQ EHORZ LV DQ H[DPSOH 7KH PHWKRG RI FRQQHFWLQJ WKH PRWRU FRQWUROOHU WR WKH PRWRU DQG EDWWHU\ GHSHQGV RQ WKH PRWRU FRQWUROOHU XVHG 3XUFKDVH WKH PRWRU FRQWUROOHU and servos separately. The receiver also depends on the set.
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. Install the receiver antenna holder as closely as possible to the receiver.
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. Mount the servos so they do not directly come in contact with the mount.
Warning Electronic Speed Cont 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. This could result in loss of control and damage to the system. Motor Noise Suppression Always install capacitors to suppress noise when electric motors are used.
Initial Set-Up Preparations (Transmitter) (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. (p.112) Turn on the transmitter power. The model number is displayed.
Receiver Type Change & How To Link )LUVW VHW XS WKH UHFHLYHU 6HWWLQJ FKDQJHV DUH LPPHGLDWHO\ UHÀHFWHG 1H[W WKH WUDQVPLWWHU and receiver are linked and the receiver memorizes the transmitter ID number so that signals from other transmitters will not be received. In addition, with the T-FHSS telemetry system, the transmitter simultaneously memorizes the receiver ID numbers so that data from other receivers will not be received.
3 Bring the transmitter and receiver within 50cm of each other (antennas do not touch) and turn on the receiver power. 4 Move the cursor to "Link" by T4PX transmitter (JOG) button up or down operation. When the (JOG) button is pressed, a chime will sound and the T4PX will enter the link mode for 20 seconds. During this 20 seconds link mode, press the receiver tactile switch for at least 2 seconds. Press R304SB 5 During the 20 seconds link mode, press the receiver tactile switch for at least 2 seconds.
Receivers Other Than T-FHSS 1 Bring the transmitter and the receiver close to each other, within 20 inches (half meter). 2 Turn on the transmitter. 3 Turn on the receiver. 4 Push the tactile switch of the receiver. When the link is complete, the LED in the receiver changes to solid green. Precaution: If there are many Futaba 2.4GHz systems (T-FHSS/ S-FHSS/ FHSS) turned on in close proximity to your receiver might not link to your transmitter.
Refer to page 36 and display the "Receiver setup" screen. Move the cursor to the servo type by (JOG) button up or down operation. Changes when "Digital servo" or "Analog servo" is selected by pressing the (+) or (-) button.
- Steering dual rate (DT5) check At initial set-up, steering dual rate (D/R) is assigned to DT5 trim lever, at the grip of the transmitter. Operate the DT5 and check if the D/R value displayed on the screen changes. After checking D/R, set the steering dual rate to 100%. - Brake rate (DT6) check At initial setting, brake rate (Brake1 rate) is assigned to DT6 trim lever, below DT6. Operate the DT6 and check if the Brake1 rate value displayed on the screen changes.
Function Map Menu Selection In this instruction manual, Edit Buttons are represented by the symbols shown below. The (JOG) button can be operated in the 4 directions up, down, left, and right.
Selecting Items On The Menu Screen (HOME screen) Press the (END) button to return to the HOME Screen. Call the menu screen by (JOG) up, down, left, or right operation. Press Switch MENU1 and MENU2 by pressing the (+) or (-) button. (MENU 1 screen) (MENU 2 screen) or Press When the cursor is at the right end of the screen and (JOG) button right operation is performed, the display switches to menu 1.
Direct Menu With the T4PX, setting items often used can be registered as up to 10 direct menus. A different direct menu can be created for each model memory. The direct menus can also be copied to other models by model copy function. (p.114) Displaying the direct menu screens The direct menu screens can be displayed by pressing the (DIR) button from any screen. Call the direct menu screen by pressing the (JOG) button. Call the setup screen by pressing the (JOG) button.
Function List Description Of Function Function Description Of Function Model select Model memory call Servo view Displays servo operation on a bar graph Model copoy Model memory copy D/R,ATL Steering angle adjustment while running/ Brake side adjustment LED setting LED on/off, jog LED on/off Dial select Selection of functions operated by digital dial and digital trim S.BUS servo S.
Function Receiver Setting / Servo Type This menu selects the settings matched to the receiver system used and the type of servo and the items selected at the T4PX, linking of the T4PX with the T-FHSS telemetry system, and ON/OFF. Receiver The T4PX transmitter can use the S-FHSS and FASST system receivers, as well as the R304SB T-FHSS system receiver supplied. However, only the "C2" type (R614FS/FF/FFE,etc) receivers can be used with the FASST system. The R603FS/FF "C1" type receiver does not operate.
Ch. Reverse (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.
Sub trim (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 MENU 1 screen HOME screen MENU 2 screen or Press Press Pr e Press Press Channel Ch1 :Steering Ch2 :Throttle Ch3 :Channel3 Ch4 :Channel4 Set the steering and throttle digital trims to the neutral "0" position.
End Point Adjuster (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. of the vehicle.
MENU 1 screen HOME screen Press or Press Press MENU 2 screen Press Setting item (channel and direction) Steering (left side/right side) Throttle (foward side/brake side) 3rd channel (up side/down side) 4th channel (up side/(down side) Steering end point adjustment (Preparation) - Before setup of the steering end point adjustment, set the steering D/R dial (initial setup: DT5) to the maximum steering angle position 100%.
Throttle end point adjustment (Preparation) - Before setting the throttle end point adjustment, set the throttle ATL dial (initial setup: DT6) to the maximum throttle angle position 100%. - Select the setting item "Throttle Forward" by (JOG) button operation and make the following adjustments: 1 Throttle (forward side) adjustment Pull the throttle trigger fully to the high side and use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the throttle angle. However, when using an FET amp, set to 100%.
Acceleration (Throttle Acceleration) (Throttle system) The servo will jump to the input position at its maximum possible speed. Unlike exponential, which adjusts the whole throttle movement into a curve, throttle acceleration simply "jumps" away from neutral and then leaves the remaining response linear. Operation 100% 100% Servo travel - Operation near the throttle trigger neutral position becomes a sharp rise. - The forward and brake sides can be set separately. - When the brake mixing function (p.
Throttle acceleration adjustment (Preparation) - Select the setting item "Forward" by (JOG) button up or down operation and make the following adjustments: 1 (Forward acceleration amount adjustment) Use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the acceleration amount.
Fail Safe/Battery Fail Safe Function (All channel) This function sets the servo operation position when transmitter signals cannot be received by the receiver for some reason or the battery voltage has dropped. -Fail safe mode This function moves each servo to a preset position when the receiver cannot receive the signals from the transmitter for some reason. *The fail safe data is transferred from the transmitter to the receiver 10 seconds after the transmitter power was turned on.
Fail safe mode selection (Preparation) - Select the channel to be set by (JOG) button operation. 1 (Mode selection) Select the mode by (+) or (-) button. (Each channel can be individually set.) Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. Fail safe mode selection - Select with the (+) or (-) buttons. Fail safe mode Off, Hold, Fail-safe 2 When ending hold or off mode setting, return to the HOME screen by pressing the (END) button.
Steering curve (EXP) (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%. (When EXP is set to 0%, servo movement is linear.
Throttle curve (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/Curve) is also possible. Advice When the course conditions are good and the surface has good grip, set each curve to the + side (quick side).
Adjustment method for EXP curve (Preparation) - Select the "Type" to be set by (JOG) button operation. With the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons, select "EXP". Setup items Type :Forward side curve selection Rate :Forward side rate Brake-EXP :Brake side rate Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. Curve type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) buttons. 1 Forward Exponential Adjustment Select the "Rate" to be set by (JOG) button operation.
Adjustment method for VTR curve (Preparation) - Select the "Type" to be set by (JOG) button operation. With the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons, select "VTR" Switching point A vertical cursor line that shows the curve switching point is displayed on the setup screen graph. Setup items Typ :Forward side curve selection Rate :Forward side rate Trigger point :Curve switching point Brake-EXP :Brake side rate Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation.
Adjustment method for VTR curve (Preparation) - Select the "Type" to be set by (JOG) button operation. With the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons, select "Curve". Setup items Type :Forward side curve selection Rate :Forward side rate Trigger point :Curve points 1~9 Brake-EXP :Brake side rate Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. Curve type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) buttons.
Steering Speed (Steering system) Quick steering operation will cause momentary understeering, loss of speed, or spinning. This function is effective in such cases. Understeering Spin Smooth cornering Without "Steering speed" With "Steering speed" Operation - This function limits the maximum speed of the steering servo. (Delay function) - The steering speed when the steering Retu rn Turn wheel is operated (Turn direction) and turn rn e Tu R returned (Return direction) can be independently set.
Steering Speed adjustment (Preparation) - Select the setting item "Turn" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and make the following adjustments: 1 "Turn" direction adjustment Use the (+) or (-) buttons to adjust the delay amount. rn Tu Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. Turn Adjustment range 1~100% (each direction) At 100%, there is no delay. 1% 100% 2 "Return" direction adjustment Servo operation is delayed.
Throttle Speed (Throttle system) Sudden throttle trigger operation on a slippery road only causes the wheels to spin and the vehicle cannot accelerate smoothly. Setting the throttle speed function reduces wasteful battery consumption while at the same time permitting smooth, enjoyable operation.
Adjustment method for 1 Speed (Preparation) - Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "1". Setting item Mode :Speed type selection All :Speed adjustment Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. 1 Speed type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) buttons. Throttle trigger position ("ALL" delay adjustment) Select "All" by (JOG) button up or down operation.
Adjustment method for 3 Speed (Preparation) - Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "3". Speed type Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) buttons. Setting item Mode :Speed type selection High :High side range speed adjustment Middle :Medium speed range speed adjustment Low :Low side range speed adjustment Point1 :Low and medium speed switching point Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation.
Trigger (Throttle system) -The neutral brake function is a function switch function (p.99), and setting the neutral brake function ON/OFF switch is necessary. Neutral brake, which applies the brakes at the throttle trigger neutral position, can be set.
Neutral Brake function adjustment (Preparation) - Use the function select switch function to select the switch. (p.99) 1 (Neutral brake rate) Select the setting item "Neutral brake" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the neutral brake rate. Neutral brake On Adjust button - Adjust with the (+) and (-) buttons. - Return to the initial value "100" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second.
Selecting the trigger ratio 1 (Throttle mode selection) Select the setting item "Ratio" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Select "Forward 50:Brake 50", "Forward 70:Brake 30" or "Forward 100:Brake 0" by (+) or (-) button. Setting buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. Forward50:Brake50 Forward70:Brake30 Forward100:Brake0 2 When ending setting, return to the menu screen by pressing the (END) button.
Idle-Up "IDLUP" (Throttle system) This is a function select switch function. The idle-up function switch must be set. (p.99) 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.
Start Function (Throttle system) If the track is slippery and you begin to accelerate by pushing the trigger to full throttle, 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.
1 (Throttle position setup) Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the throttle position by pressing the (+) or (-) button. 2 (Preset position setup) Select the setting item "Preset" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the preset position of the throttlle servo. Adjust button - Adjust with the (+) and (-) buttons. - Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec).
Engine Cut function adjustment (Preparation) - This is a function select switch function. The engine cut function switch must be set. (p.99) - The engine cut is turned on with the set switch. 1 (Preset position setup) Use the (+) and (-) buttons to set the preset position of the throttlle servo. Adjust button - Adjust with the (+) and (-) buttons. - Return to the initial value "0" by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 1 second.
A.B.S. Function (Throttle system) 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 Without A.B.S. - 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, pulse cycle, and brake duty can be adjusted.
- Mode : Function ON/OFF A.B.S ABS function ON/OFF setting. When using the ABS function, set to "ON". Duty ratio: X and Y ratio Y: (Brake return time) X: (Brake application time) - Brake return Trigger point Servo travel Sets the rate at which the servo returns versus trigger operation for brake release. When set to 0%, the ABS function is not performed. When set to 50%, the servo returns 50% (1/2) of the trigger operation amount and when set to 100%, the servo returns to the neutral position.
A.B.S. function adjustment 1 (Function ON/OFF) Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up, down, left or right operation. Set the function to the active state by pressing the (+) or (-) button. "OFF" "ON" :Function OFF :Function ON Brake return Servo travel "0" "50" "100" Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec).
6 (Cycle duty ratio setup) Duty ratio Servo travel Select setting item "Duty ratio" by (JOG) button up, down, left or right operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to adjust the duty ratio. Duty ratio -4 ~ 0 ~ +4 Initial value: 0 Y: (Brake return time X: (Brake application time) Duty ratio: X and Y ratio "-3" :Brake application time becomes shortest.
1/5 scale car and other independent brakes and ABS ABS can be independently set for the brakes which are controlled by the Brake2 and Brake3 (3rd CH and 4th CH) by using the brake mixing function described on page 80. Setting items other than trigger point and steering mixing can be adjusted independently.
Mixing Menu (Steering,Throttle,3rd,4th channel system) Big cars such as 1/5 scale GP car, etc. brake mixing, 4-wheel steering 4WS mixing used with Corolla, etc., dual ESC mixing that controls the front and rear motors independently, gyro mixing that allows adjustment of the sensitivity of Futaba car rate gyros, CPS mixing that controls Futaba channel power switch CPS-1, and other special mixing functions and program mixing that allows free setting among channels can be set at the mixing menu.
MENU 1 screen HOME screen or MENU 2 screen Press Press PPress u h Press Dual ESC mixing---p90 Program mixing---p96 CPS mixing---p92 Gyro mixing---p88 Steering mixing---p84 Brake mixing---p80 Function Tilt mixing---p94 4WS mixing---p86 Since the mixing function can be assigned to CH3 and CH4, all mixings cannot be used simultaneously. Since program mixing is free, it can be used even when other mixings are active, but they interact.
Brake Mixing (Throttle, 3rd, 4th 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.
Brake mixing screen from mixing menu screen (p.79) Mixing menu screen Press PPress u h When channels 3 and 4 are used by other mixing, the message "No assignable channel" is displayed. or Press When the brake 2 or 3 mixing mode is set to "ON", the brake 2 or 3 channel setup screen is displayed. Channel is selected by (JOG) button operation. The mixing used can be confirmed on the Auxility screen. (p.
Brake mixing adjustment 1 (Function ON/OFF) Select the setting items "Mode Brake2" or "Mode Brake3" by (JOG) button up, down, left or right operation. Set the function to the active state by pressing the (+) or (-) button. "OFF" "ON" 2 Setting buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. Function ON/OFF (Mode) ON, OFF :Function OFF :Function ON (Select channel) The screen that sets the channel used by brake 2 or brake 3 is displayed.
5 (Delay amount setup) Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). Select setup items "Brake1" Delay or Brake2,3 -Delay" by (JOG) button up, down, left or right operation, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the delay amount. Delay amount 100 ~ 0 Initial value:0 -Since a delay at all the brakes is dangerous, a delay is not applied to the brake to be adjusted last.
Steering Mixing (Steering, 3rd or 4th channel system) This mixing function uses 2 servos to individually control the left and right steering. Left and right steering can be set independently so smooth cornering is possible. The right side steering servo or the left side steering servo connects to receiver CH1 and the other side connects to receiver CH3 or CH4.
Steering mixing adjustment 1 (Function ON/OFF) Select the setting items "ON-OFF" by (JOG) button up, down, left or right operation. Set the function to the active state by pressing the (+) or (-) button. "OFF" "ON" Setting buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. Function ON/OFF ON, OFF :Function OFF :Function ON 2 (Channel setup) A screen at which the channel to be used by steering 2 is displayed.
4WS Mixing (Steering, 3rd or 4th 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 steering. OFF (front side only), reverse phase, same phase, rear side only, and other 4WS type switching is used by selecting PS1, PS2, PS4 or PS5 with the function select function (p.99). The mixing function is assigned to CH3 and CH4.
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 function (p.99) is set. 1 (4WS mixing function ON/OFF and channel setup) Refer to the left page and set the function to ON and set the mixing channel. 2 (4WS type selection) Operate the (JOG) button up and down and select the setting item "4WS type". Select the type by pressing the (+) or (-) button.
Gyro Mixing (Steering system) This function is a remote gain function which adjusts the sensitivity of the Futaba car rate gyro at the T4PX side, and is mixing that uses the 3rd or 4th CH to adjust the gyro sensitivity. When using the T4PX by switching the AVCS and normal modes use PS1- PS5 with the function select switch function (p.99). For a description of the car rate gyro mounting method and handling, refer to the rate gyro instruction manual. The mixing function is assigned to CH3 and CH4.
Gyro mixing adjustment (Preparation) - Refer to the gyro instruction manual and connect the gyro to the receiver. When using remote gain, connect gyro sensitivity adjustment to the 3rd or 4th CH of the receiver. - When using gyro mixing by switching between the NORM (normal) and AVCS modes, use the function select switch function (p.99) to set the switch to be used. 1 (Gyro mixing function ON/OFF and channel setup) Refer to the left page and set the function to ON and set the mixing channel.
Dual ESC Mixing (Throttle system) This function is mixing used with crawlers and other 4WD type vehicles and uses the 2nd CH to control the rear motor controller and the 3rd or 4th CH to control the front motor controller. Front drive only, rear drive only, and both front and rear drive (4WD) switching can be performed by trim dial or by setting a switch for each mode. The mixing function is assigned to CH3 and CH4.
Dual ESC mixing adjustment (Preparation) - This function has 2 methods. One method is used by switching the drive type (4WD/front/ rear) by one digital trim/dial. The other method performs switching by assigning a switch to each mode (4WD/front/rear). Both methods are set from among DL1 and DT~1DT6 by dial select function. (P101) 1 (Dual ESC setting) Refer to the left page and set the function to ON and set the mixing channel.
CPS Mixing This function controls the Futaba CPS-1 channel power switch. Normally, when using the CPS-1 unit to light the vehicle dress-up and other illumination (LED) the CPS-1 unit with LED connected is connected to a vacant switch channel and the LEDs are turned on and off by switch while the vehicle is running.
CPS-1 mixing adjustment (Preparation) - Refer to the left page and set the function to ON and set the mixing channel. - CPS-1 connects to the receiver channel assigned to CPS mixing. - When the LEDs are turned on and off by switch, use the function select switch function (P.99) to set the switch to be used. 1 (Control system setup) Operate the (JOG) button up and down and select the setting item "Control". Press the (+) or (-) button and select the function.
Tilt Mixing (Steering Throttle system) Tilt mixing uses an outboard engine and applies bidirectional mixing from rudder (steering) WR ÀDS DQG IURP ÀDS WR UXGGHU VR WKDW ZLWK D ERDW UXGGHU RSHUDWLRQ DQG WLOW PL[LQJ RSHUDtion can be performed by 2 servos. 7LOW PL[LQJ FDQ EH SHUIRUPHG E\ UXGGHU RSHUDWLRQ E\ VWHHULQJ ZKHHO DQG ÀDS FKDQQHO The mixing function is assigned to CH3 and CH4.
Tilt mixing adjustment (Preparation) - Use the function select dial function to select the flap channel operation dial. (p.101) 1 (Function ON/OFF) Refer to the left page and turn on the function and set the mixing channel (flap). 2 (Flap rate check and adjustment) Select the setting item "Flap" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and adjust the flaps by (+) or (-) operation.
Program, Mixing (1, 2, 3, 4, 5 ) (All channels) These functions allow you to apply mixing between the steering, throttle, channel 3 and channel 4. Additional Functions -When the steering or throttle channel is the master channel (channel that applies mixing), trim data can be added. (Trim mode) - The mixing mode selection. (Master mixing mode) - The master channel mixing center point (point at which the direction changes) can be offset.
Program mixing adjustment (Preparation) - Use the function select switch function (page 99) to select the switch. (as desired) - Select the "Program mixing" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and select the 1 to 5 by pressing the (JOG) button. 1 (Mixing function ON/OFF) Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and set the function to the "ON" state. "OFF" "ON" :Function OFF :Function ON When mixing is active, ON is displayed.
8 (Trim mode setup) Select setup item "Trim mode" by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation, and use the (+) or (-) button to select the mixing mode. "OFF" "ON" Setting buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. Trim mode ON, OFF :Trim is added. :Trim is removed. 9 When ending setting, return to the Mixing menu screen by pressing the (END) button.
SW Select This function allows selection of the function to be performed by the switches (PS1, PS2, PS3, PS4, PS5, throttle trigger) and setting of the direction, etc. of operation. -The table in the next page lists the functions that can be assigned to each push switch. -All switches can be made alternating operations (ON/OFF switched each time SW pressed). (NOR/ALT) -The ON/OFF direction can be reversed. The reverse select function always starts from the ON state.
PS3 PS1 PS5 PS2 PS4 Set table functions (PS1/PS2/PS3/PS4/PS5) & Trigger switch (TS) Abbreviation used on setup screen Channel 3 control Channel 4 control Condition 2 Screen capture Engine cut A.B.S.(Brake1) A.B.S.(Brake2,3) Neutral brake Idle up Program mixing(1-5) 4WS mixing Dual ESC (Rear) Dual ESC (4WD) Dual ESC (Front) Function name, etc Operation of channel 3 Operation of channel 4 2nd condition function ON/OFF The screen capture is preserved on the microSD card. Engine cut A.B.
Dial Select This function allows selection of the function performed by the digital dial DL1 and digital trimmers (DT1 ~ DT6), step amount adjustment, and operating direction reversal. - The table in the next page 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 adjustment value. They are displayed in DL1and DT1 ~ DT6 order, from top to bottom. - The step amount can be adjusted.
DT2 DT4 DT1 DT3 DT5 DT1 DT2 DT3 DT4 DT5 DT6 DL1 DT6 Initial value: DT1 :Steering trim DT2 :Throttle trim DT3 :Channel3 control DT4 :Channel4 control DT5 :Dual rate DT6 :Brake1 rate(ATL) DL1 :OFF Dir:Nor/ Step:2 Relationship between set value and step amount Function 102 (Setting range: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 100, 200) -Steering trim/throttle trim When set to the minimum "1", the total trim operating width is 200 clicks.
Set table functions (DL1/ DT1, DT2, DT3, DT4, DT5, DT6) Abbreviation used on setup screen Steering trim Abbreviation displayed on opening screen ST Trim Steering trim Throttle trim TH Trim Throttle trim Channel 3 control Ch.3 Channel 3 control Channel 4 control Ch.
Timer Function Use the timer by selecting one of the four timers Up timer, Fuel 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. (When the count reaches 99 minutes 59 seconds, it returns to 00 minutes 00 seconds and repeats the count.
Lap timer function Lap timer function - The Lap timer can memorize each lap time of each switch operation. (60 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. The passage of time is announced by sounding of a buzzer (beeps) each minute after starting. -Alarm :Generates a beep at the set time. Prealarm :Starts sounding the set time (second) before the alarm.
MENU 2 screen HOME screen MENU 1 screen or Press Press Press Pr e Press Timer selection First, select the type of timer at the "Mode" item. The setup screen varies depending on the type of timer. This figure shows the Up timer setup screen. Time display Minute display (m) Second display (s) 1/100 second display Racing timer type selection (Preparation) Assign the "Timer start" switch using the function select switch (p.99). When resetting by switch, assign "Lap reset" also.
Using the Up timer (Preparation) Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "Up timer". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "Alarm" by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation and set the alarm time with the (+) and (-) buttons. The setting item at the right side of the alarm time is the alarm vibration setting. Select one of the 3 patterns or inhibit (OFF) by (+) or (-) button.
Using the fuel down timer (Preparation) Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "Fuel down timer". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "Alarm" by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation and set the alarm time with the (+) and (-) buttons. The setting item at the right side of the alarm time is the alarm vibration setting. Select one of the 3 patterns or inhibit (OFF) by (+) or (-) button.
Using the Lap timer (Preparation) Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "Lap timer". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "Alarm" by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation and set the alarm time with the (+) and (-) buttons. Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the initial screen.
Using the navigate timer (Preparation) Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (+) or (-) button and select " Lap navigate timer". 1 (Alarm time setting) Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the initial screen. Select the setting item "Alarm" by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation and set the alarm time with the (+) and (-) buttons.
3 (Timer stop/reset operation) When the switch ("Timer reset") assigned by function select switch function is pressed, the timer is reset. When a switch is not set, select "Timer reset" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and press the (JOG) button. A beeping sound is generated and the timer and lap list are reset. Timer start/ reset Lap List Call Lap list when checking the lap memory data (each lap time) memorized by lap timer (p.105, 109 ) operation.
Model Select Forty model data (model data for 40 R/C cars) can be saved in the T4PX transmitter and used when the relevant model data is called. MENU 1 screen HOME screen Press or Press Press MENU 2 screen Press Press Current model name Current model # is blue Press Select the model by (JOG) button operation Using the model selection function 1 (Model No. selection) Select the model by (JOG) button up or down operation.
Model Name This function allows you to assign a ten character name to each model memory. MENU 1 screen HOME screen Pr e Press or Press Press MENU 2 screen Pr e Press Press Press Model name "Katakana" of the Japanese character is displayed on page 2. Select the character with the (JOG) button. Clear:All characters of the model name are deleted. Back Space:The character at the left of the cursor is deleted.
Model Copy The contents of the model memory can be copied to another model memory. The contents can also be saved or stored in a microSD card for copying to another T4PX. MENU 1 screen HOME screen Pr e Press or Press Press MENU 2 screen Press Press Press Selects the copy source model and copy destination model data. Model copying 1 Function (Copy source model selection) Select the setting item "Copy source" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Press the (JOG) button.
2 (Copy destination model selection) Select the setting item "Copy Source" by (JOG) button up or down operation, and press the (JOG) button. A list of the model numbers saved in the T4PX transmitter is displayed. Select the model by (JOG) button up or down operation, and press the (JOG) button. Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation.
Data Reset 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, system function, user name, and receiver type, servo type selection function. Model data Initializes only the function setting data. The direct menu function is not initialized. Direct menu Initializes the direct menu function. Other settings are not initialized.
MC Link Function (ESC Link) This is a special function which allows Futaba motor controller (MC) data changes to be set by the T4X transmitter (MC960CR, MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR, etc.). However, some data changes require a PC and Link software. This function is used by connecting ESC directly to the transmitter. 8VH WKH YDULRXV RSWLRQDO VHUYR H[WHQVLRQ FRUGV DFFRUGLQJ WR WKH GLVWDQFH EHWZHHQ WKH WUDQVPLWWHU and ESC. -Also connect the battery at the ESC side.
Using the ESC Link function (Preparation) -Connect the T4PX and ESC in accordance with the connection diagram shown on page 117. -Connect the battery to ESC. 1 Turn power on the transmitter. "MC link" menu is displayed referring to the map of page117. Set the FET amp power switch to the ON position. 2 (ESC read) Execute this function to read the connected ESC type and the data currently set at the ESC. Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation.
Data list (Preparation) (6& LV UHDG UHIHUULQJ WR WKH H[SODQDWLRQ RI SDJH 1 Select the setting item "Data list" by Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. (JOG) button up or down operation, and press the (JOG) button. Reset execution button - (JOG) buttons pressed.
System function setup 1 Select the setting item by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation. Set the value by (+) and (-) button. PWM frequency (min) MC401,402CR/601,602C/850,851C :0.1kHz(100Hz) 10kHz (10000Hz) MC950CR :0.5kHz(500Hz) 30kHz(30000Hz) MC940,960CR :1kHz(1000Hz) 30kHz(30000Hz) Same as Link software PWM frequency (at Min. load), MIn sets the "0"A PWM frequency at minimum load. PWM frequency (max) MC401,402CR/601,602C/850,851C:0.1kHz(100Hz) 10kHz (10000Hz) MC950CR :0.
Low Bat Protection MC401,402CR/601,602C/850,851C:2.5V 6.0V MC950CR/MC940,960CR 2.5V 7.5V Same as Link software Low Bat Protection. When the power supply voltage drops, the output current to the motor is limited and supply voltage to the receiver is ensured. When the power supply voltage drops to the set voltage, a protection circuit operation alarm is activated and output to the motor is cut. The protection circuit is automatically reset by recovery of the power supply voltage.
Brake max. duty All type :0%~100% 100 % Same as Link software Brake Max. Duty. Braking force Reverse Power This setting can set the braking force between the neutral point and Max brake point. The larger this value, the greater the braking force. When set to "0%", the brakes are not effective. 50 0 Reverse max. duty MC401,402CR/MC950CR/MC940,960CR :0%~100% Brake (Reverse) operation Same as Link software Reverse Max. Duty.
Reverse cancel MC401,402CR/MC950CR/MC940,960CR :ACT/INH Same as Link software Reverse Cancel. When set to "ACT", reverse operation is not performed. Robot mode MC401,402CR/MC950CR/MC940,960CR :ACT/INH Same as Link software Robot Model. When set to "ACT", breke operation is not performed, there is only forward and reverse operation. MC401,402CR MC940,960CR MC950CR MC940,960CR Brake slope MC940,960CR/ :0~300 Same as Link software Brake Slope.
BEC voltage MC940,960CR/ :6.0V/7.4V MC940,960CR Same as Link software BEC Volt. The receiver BEC voltage can be selected from 6.0V and 7.4V. Match the voltage to the rating of the servo connected to the same receiver. This BEC voltage cannot output a voltage higher than the input voltage. For instance, if a 6.0V receiver and servo are used with a power supply voltage of 7.4V or more, set the BEC voltage to 6.0V and when a high voltage receiver and servo are used, set the BEC voltage to 7.4V.
Lead angle use MC940,960CR :ACT/INH Same as Link software Lead Angle Use. This function is effective when Turbo Mode is Turbo1 or Turbo2 and sets whether or not lead angle is used. This setting has priority over the Turbo Mode setting. When using in races in which the lead angle function is inhibited by the ESC set this function to INH. INH : Lead angle function not used. ACT : Lead angle used Lead angle Turn on "Lead angle use" MC940,960CR :0deg~59deg Same as Link software Lead Angle.
S.Bus Servo This is a special function which allows Futaba S.BUS/S.BUS2 servo parameter changes to be set by the T4X transmitter. However, some data changes require a PC and S-Link software. This function is used by connecting Futaba S.BUS/S.BUS2 servo directly to the transmitter. 8VH WKH YDULRXV RSWLRQDO VHUYR H[WHQVLRQ FRUGV DFFRUGLQJ WR WKH GLVWDQFH EHWZHHQ WKH WUDQVPLWWHU and servo.
Using the S.Bus servo function (Preparation) - Connect the T4PX and S.BUS or S.BUS2 servo in accordance with the connection diagram shown on page 126. - Connect the battery to a non-high voltage(HV) support S.BUS/S.BUS2 servo. 1 Turn power on the transmitter. "S.Bus servo" menu is displayed referring to the map of page126. 2 (S.BUS/S.BUS2 servo read) Execute this function to read the connected servo type and the data currently set at the servo.
S.BUS function setup (Preparation) 6 %86 6 %86 VHUYR LV UHDG UHIHUULQJ WR WKH H[SODQDWLRQ RI SDJH 1 Select the setting item by (JOG) button up, down, left, or right operation. Set the value by (+) and (-) button. ID Displays the ID of the servo whose parameters are to be read. It cannot be changed. Channel This is the S.BUS system channel assigned to the servo. When connected to the receiver S-BUS2 connector as an S.BUS system, the channel used by the transmitter is assigned.
Damper The characteristic when the servo is stopped can be set. When smaller than the standard value, the characteristic becomes an overshoot characteristic. If the value is larger than the standard value, the brake is applied before the stop position. Especially, when a large load is applied, overshoot, etc. are suppressed by inertia and hunting may occur, depending on the conditions.
Telemetry System With the telemetry system, the running status can be displayed at the transmitter and also recorded as a data log by installing various sensor units to the chassis (The S-FHSS and FASST systems do not have a telemetry function.) -The sensor data can be checked at the transmitter by connecting the telemetry sensor sold separately to the S.BUS2 connector of the R304SB receiver. -To log this information, a start/stop switch is set by switch setting (p.99).
Telemetry Menu It is necessary to turn on the telemetry on the receiver setting screen to use the telemetry function. (p.46) This screen displays and sets the various information from the receiver. An alarm and vibration can be generated depending on the information. The alarm and the vibration are set by HDFK LQIRUPDWLRQ VFUHHQ )RU H[DPSOH D GURS LQ WKH YROWDJH RI WKH UHFHLYHU EDWWHU\ KRXVHG in the model car can be reported by an alarm. The telemetry data received last is memorized.
Telemetry :Receiver Battery This function displays and sets the receiver power supply battery. The sensor sold separately does not have to be installed. The transmitter initial state voltage is also displayed. For a description of alarm setting when the voltage drops, see the description of the procedure on this page. Telemetry screen The minimum and maximum the when powering ON are shown.
Telemetry :The Drive Battery :LWK DQ H[WHUQDO SRZHU VXSSO\ RQH YROWDJH RI WKH EDWWHULHV GULYH EDWWHU\ VHUYR SRZHU VXSply battery, etc.) mounted separately in the chassis can be displayed at the transmitter. The receiver S.BUS2 connector is used to connect the SBS-01Vsensor and the battery. Telemetry screen A drive bsttery sensor must be installed in the model car. Install and connect the sensor in accordance with the sensor instruction manual. The minimum and maximum the when powering ON are shown.
Telemetry :RPM Speed information from an SBS-01RM (telemetry rotation sensor) sold separately is displayed and set at this screen. The speed of the engine, motor, etc. of the chassis while running can be viewed at the transmitter. When the speed becomes higher (lower) than the set speed, it can be announced by an alarm and vibration. Telemetry screen A RPM sensor must be installed in the model car. Install and connect the sensor in accordance with the sensor instruction manual.
Telemetry :Temperature This screen displays and sets the temperature information from an SBS-01T (telemetry temperature sensor) sold separately. The temperature of the engine, motor, amp, etc. of the chassis while running can be viewed at the transmitter. When the temperature becomes higher (lower) than the set value, it can be announced by an alarm and vibration. Telemetry screen A temperature sensor must be installed in the model car.
Sensor Menu This menu registers the telemetry sensors used with the transmitter. When only one of a certain type of sensor is used, this setting is unnecessary and the sensor can be used by simply connecting it to the S.BUS2 port of the transmitter. When using 2 or more of the same kind of sensor, they must be registered here. What is a slot? 6HUYRV DUH FODVVL¿HG E\ &+ EXW VHQVRUV DUH FODVVL¿HG LQ XQLWV FDOOHG VORW 7KHUH DUH slots from No. 1 to No. 31.
When sensor registration or slot number change was performed and the message "Failed. The connected sensor is not ready." was displayed, check the sensor conQHFWLRQ ,I WKH VHQVRU LV ¿UPO\ FRQQHFWHG WKH VHQVRU RU transmitter is probably faulty. Sensor Reload This function secures contiguous unused slots by rearranging the registration state when sensor registration and deregistration are performed repeatedly and the unused slots are fragmented. All the sensors to be used are connected to the T4PX.
Sensor Register 7KLV IXQFWLRQ UHJLVWHUV DQ DGGLWLRQDO VHQVRU &RQQHFW WKH VHQVRU DV VKRZQ LQ WKH ¿JXUH DQG register it by the following procedure. The sensor ID is registered in the transmitter. This function is set when using multiple telemetry sensors of the same type. Connecting S.BUS/S.BUS2 servo connector to the transmitter Communication port.
Change Slot This procedure changes the slot number of one registered sensor. Connect the sensor as VKRZQ LQ WKH ¿JXUH S DQG FKDQJH VORW QXPEHU LW E\ WKH IROORZLQJ SURFHGXUH This function is set when using multiple telemetry sensors of the same type. Sensor slot change 1 (Change) Select "Slot No. change" by (JOG) button up or down operation and press the (JOG) button. A sensor details screen is displayed. Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation.
Condition Function 7ZR NLQGV RI GDWD FDQ EH VHW LQ RQH PRGHO IRU VSHFL¿F IXQFWLRQV RQO\ IRU H[DPSOH WZR kinds of data such as steering D/R set to 90% at normal condition and steering D/R set to 80% at second condition. This second condition can be set for each model. -The functions that can be set at each condition are displayed by condition number at the top of the menu screen.
Condition setup (Preparation) - Use the function select switch function to select the switch. (p.99) 1 (Function ON/OFF) Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up, or down operation. Select the setting item "Mode" by (JOG) button up or down operation. Set the function to the active state by pressing the (+) or (-) button. "OFF" "ON" Setup buttons - Use the (+) or (-) buttons to make setup.
Response Adjustment The operation response can be adjusted to your preference and the steering and throttle can be individually adjusted in 50 steps to match the course and vehicle. Basically, the standard fastest response is recommended. However, use this function when you want to change the response feeling. When this function is turned on, both the steering and throttle are switched from the standard fastest response to step 1 mild direction setting.
System Menu The graphic liquid crystal screen display mode, sound, LED setting, date/time, user name, battery mode, calibration can be set and infomation. The system function setup items cannot be set for each model. (Second condition can be set for each model.) - Display Liquid crystal screen backlighting display mode setup. (OFF, ON at button operation, normally ON) - Sound Buzzer, soeech vouce sound volume adjustment. - LED setting LED display setup.
Each set screen is displayed from the system menu. Please refer to the following maps. MENU 2 screen HOME screen MENU 1 screen or Press Press Pr e Press Press Data and Time---P150 Display---P144 Sound---P146 Calibrattion---P152 Battery---P148 Function LED setting---P147 User name---P149 Display setting Brightness, contrast and back light mode adjustment LCD screen. This setting is displayed from the screen of the system menu.
Display setup 1 (Adjusting the crystal brightness) Select the "brightness" to be set by (JOG) button operation, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the screen brightness. 2 (Adjusting the liquid crystal contrast) Select the "Contrast" to be set by (JOG) button operation, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the screen contrast.
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LED Setting The method of lighting the pilot LED light and job LED light can be adjusted. -Pilot LED always on, off. -Jog LED always on, off, linked with backlighting. This setting is displayed from the screen of the system menu. (p.144) System menu Setup item Pilot LED Jog LED Press Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up, or down operation. Press -Setup buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make setup.
Battery Type Setting With the T4PX, the low battery alarm setting is different, depending on the type of battery. Therefore, always set the battery type matched to the power supply to be used. When using D )XWDED UHFKDUJHDEOH W\SH EDWWHU\ DOZD\V VHOHFW /L)H FHOOV RU 1L0+ FHOOV". Incorrect setting will substantially shorten the time from low battery alarm to system stopping and is very dangerous.
User Name This function allows you to assign a 15 character name to each user name. This setting is displayed from the screen of the system menu. (p.144) System menu User name Pr e Press Press Select the character with the (JOG) button. Clear:All characters of the model name are deleted. Back Space:The character at the left of the cursor is deleted. "Katakana" of the Japanese character is displayed on page 2.
Data And Time This function adjusts the system clock of the T4PX transmitter. Perform this setting when you purchase the set and when adjustment is necessary. Whether the time or the total timer (accumulation timer) is displayed on the initial screen can be set. The total timer can be reset at this menu. When the total timer is displayed on the initial screen, it can also be reset at the initial screen. This setting is displayed from the screen of the system menu. (p.
Information System program version information, and selection of language. This setting is displayed from the screen of the system menu. (p.144) Setup item Language Unit system Version Setup item selection S - Select by (JOG) button up, or down operation. System menu Press Press Menu screen of Japanese Menu screen of German Information 1 2 (Units system setting) Function (Language setting) Select "Language" by (JOG) button up operation and press the (JOG) key.
Calibration Steering and throttle correction can be applied. Use this function when a mechanical offset has occurred for some reason. However, if correction was applied, it may be necessary to recheck the set values of all the setup functions. This setting is displayed from the screen of the system menu. (p.144) Setup item Calibration(wheel) Calibration(trigger) S Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button operation. --Setup buttons - Use the (JOG) buttons to make setup.
Throttle adjustment (Preparation) Select "Trigger" (throttle side) by (JOG) button left or right operation and press the (JOG) button. The neutral correction screen appears. 1 (Throttle neutral adjustment) After lightly pulling the throttle trigger to the left and right, press the (JOG) button in the state in which the trigger is not touched. If neutral correction is OK, the end point correction screen appears. If not within the correction range, the end point correction screen will not appear.
Steering Dual Rate/ Throttle ATL "D/R ATL" D/R (Steering dual rate) The steering left and right servo travels are adjusted simultaneously. This setting is linked to transmitter grip dial DT5. When DT5 is assigned another function, dual rate can be adjusted with this screen. ATL (Brake1 rate) 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 DT6.
Auxiliary Channel "CH3","CH4" The channel 3/4 servo position can be set from the transmitter. When CH3 is assigned to a dial by the dial function (p.101), 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.99), you cannot adjust the CH3/4 via the screen. :KHQ &+ RU &+ LV DVVLJQHG E\ PL[LQJ IXQFWLRQ FKDQQHO RSHUDWLRQ FDQQRW EH SHUIRUPHG at this screen.
Servo View Servo operation of each channel can be checked.
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