4 (Cycle speed adjustment) CYCL Cycle speed (CYCL) 1 ~ 30 Initial value: 10 Servo travel Select setting item "CYCL" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) bu t t o n t o a d j u s t t h e p u l s e speed (cycle). CYCL (Cycle) - The smaller the set value, the faster the pulse speed. 5 (Trigger point setup) TG.P Servo travel Select setting item "TG.P" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) button to adjust the operation point. TG.
Fail Safe Unit When the T4PLS is used with the Futaba fail safe unit (FSU), it will operate as described below. However, FSU-1 cannot be used at the high speed mode. - When the FSU is connected to the throttle channel, and the A.B.S. function has been DFWLYDWHG WKH )68 /(' ZLOO ÀDVK HDFK WLPH WKH VHUYR RSHUDWHV 7KH UHDVRQ IRU WKLV LV that the FSU responds to sudden data changes caused by A.B.S. function pumping operation. It does not mean that the fail safe function is activated.
Channel3/4 "CH3/CH4" (3/4 channel) The channel 3/4 servo position can be set from the transmitter. When CH3 is assigned to a dial by the switch dial function (p.65), 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 dial function (p.65), you cannot adjust the CH3/4 via the screen.
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 DT3. When DT3 is assigned another function, dual rate can be adjusted with this screen. ATL (Throttle ATL) 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 DT4.
Select Switch Dial Function "SW/ DIAL" Selection of the function to be performed by digital trim (DT1, DT2, DT3, DT4) dial (DL1) and switch (SW1, SW2). - The functions that can be assigned to dial, digital trim and switch are listed on the next page. - The dial and digital trim are step amount can be adjusted. (The relationship between set value and step amount is shown in the table on the next page.) - The direction of operation of the servos can be reversed.
Adjust button Adjust with the (+) and (-) buttons. Function select switch setting 1 (Setting SW selection) Select the SW you want to set by the (JOG) button up or down operation. 2 SW1 function selection Direction of operation setting (Function setting) Select the function with the (+) or (-) button. -Refer to the list for the abbreviations of the functions. (Changing the SW1operation system) Select DIR of by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Select ALT or NOR with the (+) or (-) button.
DT1 DL1 DT2 SW2 DT3 DT4 SW1 Set table functions (SW1) Abbreviation used on setup screen NT-BRK ABS IDLE PRGMIX TH-OFF CH3 CH4 4WS MIX TIMER LOGGER GYRO OFF Function name, etc Neutral brake function ON/OFF A.B.
Brake Mixing "BRAKE MIX" (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 adjustment 1 (Brake mixing function ON/OFF) Using the (JOG) button, select "MODE" of for CH3 brake and "MODE" of for CH 4 brake. Use the (+) or (-) key and set the function to the "ACT" state. Function ON/OFF (MODE) INH, ACT Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) buttons. "INH" : Function OFF "ACT" : Function ON - When "(4WS>OFF)" is displayed below ABS, the CH3 brake cannot be used if the 4WS function is not set to "ACT".
Programmable Mix "PROG MIX" (All channels) This function allows 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.
2 (Master channel) Select setup item "MST" y the (JOG) button up or down operation, and select the master channel by pressing the (+) or (-) button. These setup items are different depending on the master channel. Upper side : LEFT/FWRD/UP Lower side : RGHT/BRAK/DOWN Channel selection (MST) STR, THR, CH3, CH4 Initial value :STR Select button - Select with the (+) or (-) buttons.
4WS Mixes "4WS" (Steering, 3rd channel system) This function can be used with crawlers and other 4WS type vehicles. It is mixing which uses the 1st CH to control the front side steering and the 3rd CH to control the rear side steering. OFF (front side only), reverse phase, same phase, rear side only and other 4WS type switching is used by selecting SW1 with the function select switch function (p.65). If not selected, is displayed. Therefore, select SW1.
1 (4WS type selection) Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use the (+) or (-) and set the function to the "ON" or "OFF" state. "INH" "2TYP" "3TYP" "4TYP" :Function OFF (front only) :Front side only, reverse phase switching :Front side only, reverse phase and same phase switching :Front side only, reverse phase, same phase, and rear side only switching < NO SW > I f f u n c t i o n ’s O N / O F F switch is not selected, is displayed.
Dual ESC Mixing "DUAL ESC" (Throttle system) This function is mixing used with crawlers and other 4WD type vehicles and uses the 2nd CH to control the front motor controller and the 4th CH to control the rear motor controller. Front drive only, rear drive only, or both front and rear drive can be selected using any programmed DT (digital trim) button. Setting Special mixings When the 4th CH was set to ACT at Brake Mixing (p.68) or when CPS Mixing (p.78) is used, Dual ESC mixing cannot be used.
The programmed DT button is used to select the drive type as shown in the figure below. 2 Rear rate (RATE) 0 ~ 120 Initial value:100 (Rear side travel adjustment) Select the setting item "RATE" the (JOG) button up or down operation. Use when applying a rotation difference to the front and rear wheels by adjusting the rear (CH4) motor controller travel with the (+) or (-) button. 3 (Mix mode setting) Select the setting item "MXMD" the (JOG) button up or down operation.
Gyro Mixing "GYRO MIX" (Steering system) This function is a remote gain function which adjusts the sensitivity of the Futaba car rate gyro at the T4PLS side, and is mixing that uses the 3rd CH to adjust the gyro sensitivity. When using the T4PLS by switching the AVCS and normal modes use SW1 with the function select switch function (p.65). For a description of the car rate gyro mounting method and handling, refer to the rate gyro instruction manual.
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 CH of the receiver. - When using gyro mixing by switching between the NORM (normal) and AVCS modes, use the function select switch dial function (p.65) to set the switch to be used.
CPS Mixing "CPS MIX" This function controls the Futaba CPS-1 channel power switch. Normally, when using the CPS-1 unit to light the vehicle dress-up and other illumination (LED) the CPS-1 unit with LED connected is connected to a vacant switch channel and the LEDs are turned on and off by switch while the vehicle is running.
1 (Control system setup) Operate the (JOG) button up and down and select the setting item "CTRL". Use the (+) or (-) button and select the function.
Throttle Mode "TH MODE" (Throttle system) This menu has the following 4 functions: - Servo neutral mode, which sets the throttle neutral ratio to 7:3 or 5:5 - Idle up, which raises the idling speed when starting the engine to improve engine starting performance of a gasoline car (boat) - Neutral brake, which applies the brakes at the neutral position of the throttle trigger - Throttle off (engine cut), which stops the engine of a boat, etc.
Idle-Up "IDLUP" This is a function select switch dial function. The idle up ON/OFF switch must be set. (P65) This function is used to improve engine starting performance by raising the idling speed when starting the engine of a gasoline car (boat). It is also effective when you want to prevent the braking when the power was turned off during running, due to the effect of your gear ratio setting and choice of motor when operating an electric car.
Neutral Brake "NTBRK" This is a function select switch dial function. The neutral brake function ON/OFF switch must be set. (P65) The neutral brake, which applies the brakes at the neutral position of the throttle trigger, FDQ EH VHW +RZHYHU ZKHQ XVLQJ WKH 0& &5 0& & 0& & 0& &5 RU RWKHU )XWDED 0& 0RWRU &RQWUROOHU FRQ¿UP WKDW WKH 0& LV LQ WKH QHXWUDO SRVLWLRQ DQG WKH set is in the operation mode before setting the neutral brake function switch to ON, the same as the idle up function (P81).
Throttle Off (engine cut) "THOFF" This is a function select switch dial function. The throttle off function ON/OFF switch must be set. The engine cut function stops the engine of a boat, etc. by operating the throttle servo to the slow side by switch regardless of the position of the throttle trigger and the setting of other functions (reverse function setting is effective).
ESC Link Function "MC LINK" This is a special function which lets you set the contents of the Link software which performs Futaba speed controller (ESC), MC960CR, MC940CR, MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR, etc. variable frequency and other data changes at the T4PLS transmitter. However, some data changes require a PC and Link software. This function is used by connecting ESC directly to the transmitter. The T4PLS power switch is used at the display side.
a -Select the setting item "MODE" by the (JOG) button, and select "READ" by (+) or (-) button. b -Select the setting item "EXEC:+/-" by the (JOG) button, and press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for 1 second or longer. -"COMPLETE!" blinks on the screen and the ESC type and currently set contents are read. - If "LINK ERROR" blinks on the screen, communication with the amp is not being performed normally.
ESC function setup (MC601/602/850/851C, 401/402/950CR) 1 Select the setting item by the (JOG) button. Set the value by (+) and (-) button. The currently set item is displayed here. Setup item selection - Select by the (JOG) button. Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec). The item indicated by the reverse displayed cursor is selected.
LBP-(LOW BATTERY VOLT) 2.5V~6V DBA-(DEAD BAND) ±2μs~±50μs 2.5V~7.5V for MC950CR Same as Link software Dead Band. This sets the range (neutral point range) over which the ESC does not respond to transmitter throttle operation. The larger the set value, the wider this range.
ESC function setup (MC940CR, MC960CR) 1 Select the setting item by the (JOG) button. Setup item selection - Select by the (JOG) button. Set the value by (+) and (-) button. Operate the following (JOG) button and switch between Page1 and Page2 of the setup screen. Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Return to the initial value by pressing the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec).
"MIn" which sets the frequency when the load is small, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when extension is desired after straightaways and curves. "MAX" which sets the frequency when the load is large, is set to the high frequency side (large value) when you want to suppress the rise from low speed and when motor heating and commutator roughness are sensed.
Page1 TBM-(TURBO MODE) OFF /LV1 /LV2 Same as Link software Turbo Mode This function sets the turbo mode. More power can be displayed by using the turbo mode. Depending on the setting, the motor and ESC may be damaged so make this setting carefully. (Note) When LAU (LEAD ANGLE USE) is off, lead angle setting will not operate even if set to LEV1 or LEV2.
LAU-(LEAD ANGLE USE) ON /OFF Same as Link software Lead Angle Use This function is effective when TBM (Turbo Mode) is LEV1 or LEV2 and sets whether or not lead angle is used. This setting has priority over the TURBO MODE setting. When using in races in which the lead angle function is inhibited by the ESC set this function to OFF. OFF : Lead angle function not used.
Data Transfer "MDL TRANS" This function copies the model memory data of one T4PLS to another T4PLS. Connect the communication port of both T4PLS with the optional DSC cord for T4PK. Use with this function with the T4PLS power switch at the display side. Note: If the T4PLS battery voltage drops, the display switches to low battery display. Therefore, use this function when there is ample battery capacity remaining.
2 (Select the setting item ) "MODE" by the (JOG) button up or down operation, and select the transfer side and receive side by (+) or (-) button. Mode change button - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. "TRAN" :Data transfer side "RECV":Data receive side 3 Mode selection "TRANSFER" "RECEIVE" Setup item selection - Select by (JOG) button up or down operation. (Data transfer execution) Select the setting item "EXEC" by (JOG) button up or down operation of both transmitter.
Timer Function "TIMER" Use the timer by selecting one of the three timers UP TIMER, DOWN TIMER, and LAP TIMER. Display "PTIMER" screen by the following method: (MENU 1 screen) (HOME screen) (MENU 2 screen) (TIMER screen) Press Press Select "TIMER" Press Press TIMER Disply UP TIMER FUEL DOWN TIMER LAP TIMER UP TIMER function Function Up timer function - This function can be used to count the time between start and stop, etc.
FUEL DOWN TIMER function Fuel down timer function - This function is primarily used to check the refueling time of a gasoline car. (The remaining time is displayed.) - Each time the switch is pressed, the timer is restarted and the set time is reset. The start time becomes the alarm set time. (When counted down to 00 minute 00 second, the down timer becomes an up timer.) - The down timer can be initially started by throttle trigger.
Timer screen Timer selection First, select the type of timer at the "TYPE" 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 Status display RST :Reset state RDY :Throttle trigger operation wait RUN :Timer running STP : Timer stopped Racing timer type selection (Preparation) Assign the "TIMER" switch using the function select switch (p.65).
Using the up timer (Preparation) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "UP". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "ALRM" by the (JOG) button and set the alarm time with the (+) or (-) button. 2 Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the HOME screen.
Using the fuel down timer (Preparation) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "DOWN". 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "ALRM" by the (JOG) button and set the alarm time with the (+) or (-) button. 2 Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the HOME screen.
Using the Lap timer (Preparation) Select the setting item "TYPE" by the (JOG) button. Press the (+) or (-) button and select "LAP". Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the HOME screen. 1 (Alarm time setting) Select the setting item "ALRM" by the (JOG) button and set the alarm time with the (+) and (-) buttons.
Lap List "LAP LIST" The lap list is displayed when checking the lap memory data (lap times) memorized by lap timer (P99) operation. - After the lap timer starts, the lap times are memorized sequentially each time the switch is operated. ,I WKH WLPHU LV VWRSSHG DIWHU WKH VHW $/50 WLPH KDV HODSVHG WKH ¿QDO ODS WLPH LV PHPorized and the total time after the last lap is automatically written. - When the timer was stopped before the set ALRM time has elapsed, the total time is not memorized.
System Functions "SYSTEM" The graphic liquid crystal screen display mode, buzzer sound and menu character mode, etc can be set. - "CONTRA"---Liquid crystal screen contrast adjustment (20 steps) - "BK-LHT"---Liquid crystal screen backlighting display mode setup (OFF, ON at button operation, normally ON) - "LHT-TM"---Setting of ON time (1~30 secs) when [ON at button operation] was selected above.
System function setup 1 (Setting of each item) (Adjusting the liquid crystal contrast) Select the setting item "CONTRA" by the (JOG) button, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the screen contrast. - Adjust to an easy-to-see contrast. Adjustment buttons - Use the (+) and (-) buttons to make adjustments. - Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously (approx. 1 sec) to return to the initial value.
(Setting the battery type) Select the setting item "BATT" by the (JOG) button, and select the mode by pressing the (+) or (-) button. When changing the battery type, press the (JOG) button after thoroughly checking whether or not the mistake was made again. An electronic beeping sound is generated and the setting is changed.
(Changing the power off forgotten alarm setting) Select the setting item "OPE-TM" by the (JOG) button, and use the (+) and (-) buttons to select the power off forgotten alarm mode. "10m" "OFF" The power off forgotten alarm (OPE-TM) 10m, OFF :If an operation is not performed within 10 minutes while the power is on, an audible alarm sounds. :Power off forgotten alarm setting OFF When ending, return to the menu screen by pressing the (JOG) button.
Adjuster "ADJUSTER" Steering wheel and throttle trigger neutral position and servo operating angle correction can be applied. This is used when a mechanical offset has occurred for some reason. *However, when correction was applied, the set value of all the setting functions must be rechecked. Display the adjuster screen from the system menu.
Throttle adjustment (Preparation) On the ADJUSTER screen, select the setting item "THROTTLE" by the (JOG) button, and pressing the (JOG) button. 1 (Throttle neutral adjustment) In the neutral setup screen (fig-1) state, lightly pull the throttle trigger and then press the (JOG) button in the state in which the trigger is not being touched.
Telemetry "TELEMETRY" With the telemetry system, the running status can be displayed at the transmitter and also recorded as a data log by mounting various sensor units to the chassis. The telemetry related screens are only displayed when the T4PLS power switch is in the PWR ON position. When the power switch is in the DISP position, the telemetry related screens are not displayed.
Telemetry/Log Screen Map (HOME screen) Press Press (Telemetry Function ON/OFF Screen) p.109 Press The cursor on [RT] The cursor on [RT] Press Press (Sensor Set Screen) p.110 Press Press (Log Data Screen) Function (Log Set Screen) p.112 Press Press Press Telemetry "TELEMETRY" 108 4PLS-Eng-08-3-Function-P84-114.
Telemetry Function ON/OFF The telemetry data can be viewed at the HOME screen and telemetry ON/OFF screen. The telemetry function can also be turned on and off at the telemetry ON/OFF screen. The telemetry ON/OFF and communication status can be checked at the HOME screen. The reception strength High Low No signal reception Receiver -> Transmitter: The reception strength is shown. - Telemetry function :ON Telemetry function :OFF - Receiver ID before setting or ID mismatch.
Telemetry Sensor Setting An audible alarm can be generated by the T4PLS from the data from a telemetry sensor. This setting sets alarm ON/OFF and the alarm conditions. Refer to the map on page 108 for the sensor setting (SENS MODE) screen display. There are receiver power source (battery) voltage and external power source (drive battery) voltage settings on page 1 of the sensor setting screen and temperature and speed settings on page 2. Pages 1 and 2 are switched by (JOG) button left or right operation.
Setting external power supply voltage alarm Display page 1 by (JOG) button left or right operation. Select "ALRM" of the "EXT VOLT" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set alarm ON/OFF with the (+) button or (-) button. "OFF" : Alarm OFF "ON" : Alarm ON by a voltage drop below the specified voltage Select "VOLT" of the "*EXT VOLT" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set the voltage at which the alarm begins to sound with the (+) button or (-) button.
Setting the gear ratio Display page 2 by (JOG) button left or right operation. Select "RATIO" of the "R.P.M" setting items by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set the location the sensor is to actually measure and the gear ratio of the motor and engine with the (+) button or (-) button. There is no alarm function. When ending, move the cursor to [RT] by the (JOG) button, and return to the HOME screen by pressing the (JOG) button twice. Gear ratio (moderating ratio) 0.
2 (Recording cycle setting) Select the "CYCL" setting item by (JOG) button up or down operation, and set the data acquisition interval from a minimum 0.1 second to a maximum 60 seconds with the (+) button or (-) button. The maximum recordable time set by CYCL is displayed at END TIME shown below. 3 (Count alarm ON/OFF) Select the "ALRM" setting item by (JOG) button up or down operation. To sound an electronic beep at each log count, set "ALRM" to ON with the (+) button or (-) button.
Log Data List The log data list can be called when checking the log data memorized by logging operation (P112). The maximum log data is up to 200 counts. Refer to the map on page 108 for the log list screen. Example: Receiver power supply voltage log list screen. Displays the type of log data. Displays the log data elapsed time. Displays the data Receiver power supply voltage. Receiver power supply voltage log. Refer to the below map for the display method of each log list screen.
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