Futaba 4PKS 2.4GHz User Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Futaba 4PK Super-2.4GHz system.

Before using your 4PK Super-2.4GHz system, read this manual carefully in order to

use your R/C set safely.

After reading this manual, store it in a safe place.

Application, Export, and Modification

1. 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 governing 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 authorities
may be required. If you have purchased this product from an exporter outside your
country, and not the authorized Futaba distributor in your country, please contact the
seller immediately to determine if such export regulations have been met.

(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 submitted.

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 R604FS, com­plies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi­tions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.

(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 [phone] or E-mail: [e-mail] (Support)

TEL [phone] or E-mail: [e-mail] (Service)

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Battery Recycling (for U.S.A.)

The RBRC™ SEAL on the (easily removable) nickel-cadmium battery
and nickel-metal-hydride battery contained in Futaba products indicates
that Futaba Corporation of America is voluntarily participating in an 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 and nickel-metal-hydride batteries into the trash or municipal waste system,
which is illegal in some areas.

You may contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the
spent battery. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd / Ni-MH
battery recycling in your area. Futaba Corporation of America's involvement in this
program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving
natural resources.

NOTE: Our instruction manuals encourage our customers to return spent batteries
to a local recycling center in order to keep a healthy environment.

RBRC™ is a trademark of the Rechargeable Batter y Recycling Corporation.

• No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permission.

• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.

• This manual has been carefully written. Please write to Futaba if you feel that any corrections or clarifica­tions should be made.

• Futaba is not responsible for the use of this product.

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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

Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Handling Precautions ..............................10

Storage and Disposal Precautions ............................................11

Other Precautions .......................................................................11

Before Using ......................................................................12

Features ......................................................................................12

Set Contents ...............................................................................14

TransmitterT4PKS .......................................................................15

T4PKS Nomenclature ..............................................................15

Power & Display Switch ............................................................ 16

Power Off Forgotten Alarm .......................................................16

High Voltage Alarm ...................................................................16

Low Battery Alarm ....................................................................16

Digital Trim Operation ............................................................... 17

Grip Dial Operation ..................................................................17

Mechanical ATL Adjustment .....................................................18

Wheel & Trigger Tension Adjustment ........................................18

Trigger Slide Adjustment ..........................................................19

Ni-MH Battery Replacement ....................................................19

Charging The HT5F1700B Battery ...........................................20

Grip Vibrator ............................................................................. 21

Display when power switch turned on ...................................... 21

Edit button lock and trim/dial lock .............................................22

Total Timer ................................................................................22

LCD Screen Contrast ..............................................................22

Changing wheel position and modifying for left-hand use ........23

Installing the accessoryneck strap hook ..................................27

About Transmitter Antenna and Receiver .................................28

About Transmitter Antenna ....................................................... 28

Receiver Nomenclature ............................................................28

How to link the transmitter and the receiver ............................. 29

Receiver Installation ................................................................. 29

Installation ..........................................................................31

Receiver and Servo Connections .............................................31

Installation Safety Precautions ..................................................32

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Initial Set-Up .......................................................................35

Preparations (Transmitter) ..........................................................35

Function Map .....................................................................38

Menu Selection ...........................................................................38

Function Menu Screen .............................................................38

Menu Screen ............................................................................ 39

Custom Menu ........................................................................... 40

Direct Selection ...........................................................................42

List of functions by menu type ..................................................44

Functions List ...........................................................................45

For Your Safety

As Well As

That Of Others

Before

Using

Functions ...........................................................................46

Receiver Type/Servo Response Mode "RXSYS"......................46

Receiver type (C1/C2), Servo response (HIGH/NORMAL) select

Servo Reverse "REV" ..................................................................47

Servo operation reversing

Subtrim "SUBTR" .......................................................................48

Servo center position fine adjustment

End Point Adjuster "EPA" ..........................................................49

End point adjustment

Throttle Acceleration "ACCEL" .................................................52

Function which adjusts the movement characteristic from the throttle neutral position

Fail Safe/Battery Fail Safe Function "F/S" ...............................54

Fail safe, battery fail safe

Steering Exponential "STEXP" .................................................56

Steering operation curve adjustment

Throttle Exponential "THEXP" ..................................................57

Throttle curve adjustment

Steering Speed "STSPD" ...........................................................61

Steering servo delay

Throttle Speed "THSPD" ............................................................63

Throttle servo delay

Start Function / Engine Cut "START" .......................................66

Throttle preset at start function/ engine cut off by switch

A.B.S. Function "A.B.S" .............................................................69

Pulse brake

Brake Mixing "BRAKE" ..............................................................74

Front and rear independent brake control for 1/5GP car, etc.

Installation

Initial

Set-Up

Function

Map

Functions

Reference

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Boat Mode "BOAT" .....................................................................78

Boat, etc. brake operation stop/outboard engine tilt mixing

Throttle Mode "THMOD" ............................................................80

Neutral brake function

Throttle servo forward and brake operation proportion setting

Idle-Up "IDLUP" ..........................................................................82

Idle up at engine start

Programmable Mixes 1/2 "P-MIX" .............................................83

Programmable mixes between arbitrary channels

4WS Mixes "S-MIX" .....................................................................86

Programmable mixes between arbitrary channels

Function Select Switch "SWTCH" ............................................88

Selection of functions operated by push switches

Function Select Dial "DIAL" ......................................................90

Selection of functions operated by digital dial and digital trim

Timer Function "TIMER" ............................................................92

Up, Fuel down, lap, or lap navigation timer

Lap List "LAP-L" .........................................................................99

Lap timer data (lap time, average lap time) check

Model Select "M-SEL" ..............................................................100

Model memory call

Model Name "NAME" ...............................................................101

Model memory name set/modify, username set/modify

Model Copy "M-COP" ................................................................102

Model memory copy

Model Reset "M-RES" ..............................................................104

Model memory reset

Menu Type Select ......................................................................105

Function menu type selection

ESC Link Function "MCLNK" ..................................................106

Special function, Futaba ESC (MC950CR, MC851C, MC602C, MC402CR)

System Functions "SYSTM" ....................................................110

Battery type setting

Liquid crystal screen backlighting display mode setup

Setting of ON time

Liquid crystal screen contrast adjustment

Buzzer sound tone adjustment

Pilot lamp display color setup

Initial screen display mode setting

Second condition setting

The power off forgotten alarm setting

2.4GHz band setting

About Second condition function

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Data Transfer "DTTRN" ............................................................114

The T4PKS model memory data to another T4PKS

Adjuster "ADJST" ......................................................................116

Steering wheel and throttle trigger correction

Vibrator Function "VIBRA" ......................................................118

Vibrator setting

Steering Dual Rate "D/R" .........................................................119

Steering angle adjustment while running (dual rate)

ATL Function "ATL"..................................................................120

Brake side adjustment

Channel 3/4 Position "CH3","CH4" .........................................121

Channel 3/4 servo operation position set/check

Servo View "SERVO" ................................................................122

Displays servo operation on a bar graph

Reference .........................................................................123

For Your Safety

As Well As

That Of Others

Before

Using

Installation

Ratings ......................................................................................123

Optional Parts ...........................................................................124

Warning Displays .....................................................................126

When requesting repair (For U.S.A.) ........................................128

Initial

Set-Up

Function

Map

Functions

Reference

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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

For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others

and must be observed.

Symbols Explanation

Danger

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Warning

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Caution

Symbols:

Indicates a procedure which could lead to a dangerous situation and may

cause death or serious injury if ignored and not performed properly.

Indicates procedures which may lead to dangerous situations and could

cause death or serious injury as well as superficial injury and physical
damage.

Indicates procedures that may not cause serious injury, but could lead to

physical damage.

: Prohibited

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: Mandatory

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2.4GHz System Precautions

Warning

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Special attention should be paid before turning on the system while other cars are running or

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other airplanes are flying because the 2.4GHz RC system could potentially affect them.

Be sure to set the Fail Safe function.

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High Speed Mode Precautions

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Caution

When using the T4PKS in the high speed (HIGH SPEED) mode, always use it under the follow-

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ing conditions:

Servos :Futaba digital servo (including BLS Series brushless servos)

Receiver’s battery :Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected digital servo (dry cell battery cannot be used).

Transmitter mode :HIGH SPEED mode (See p.46 for setting method.

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

In addition, the FSU Fail Safe Unit cannot be used because the system is different. Use the fail safe function of the
transmitter.

When using analog servos, always switch the T4PKS servo response to the NORMAL mode.

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Transmitter mode :

Receiver’s battery :

The set cannot operate in the HIGH SPEED mode. Operation in this mode will cause trouble with the servo and other equip­ment.

Digital servos (including BLS Series brushless servos) can also be used in the NORMAL mode.

NORMAL mode (See p.46 for setting method.)

Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected servo.

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Operation Precautions

Warning

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Do not operate outdoors on rainy days, run through puddles of water or use when visibility is limited.

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Should any type of moisture (water or snow) enter any component of the system, erratic operation and loss of control
may occur.

Do not operate in the following places.

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-Near other sites where other radio control activity may occur.

-Near people or roads.

-On any pond when passenger boats are present.

-Near high tension power lines or communication broadcasting antennas.

Interference could cause loss of control. Improper installation of your Radio Control System in your model could result in
serious injury.

Do not operate this R/C system when you are tired, not feeling well or under the influence of

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alcohol or drugs.

Your judgment is impaired and could result in a dangerous situation that may cause serious injury to yourself as well as
others.

Do not touch the engine, motor, speed control or any part of the model that will generate heat

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while the model is operating or immediately after its use.

These parts may be very hot and can cause serious burns.

Extend the transmitter antenna to its full length.

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If the transmitter antenna is not fully extended, the operating range of the radio will be reduced.

Always perform a operating range check prior to use.

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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.

Check the transmitter antenna to be sure it is not loose.

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If the transmitter antenna works loose, or is disconnected while the model is running, signal transmission will be lost.
This will cause you to lose control of the model. Rotate the antenna softly with your fingers when checking whether it is
loosely or firmly fixed. Do not screw the antenna forcibly. Otherwise its antenna-holding part can be damaged.

Turning on the power switches.

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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.

When making adjustments to the model, do so with the engine not running or the motor discon-

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nected.

You may unexpectedly lose control and create a dangerous situation.

For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others

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For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others

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Caution

(Fail safe function)

Before running (cruising), check the fail safe function.

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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, if set to a dangerous position, it has the opposite effect. When the reverse function was
used to change the operating direction of a servo, the fail safe function must be reset.
Setting example: Throttle idle or brake position

Ni-MH / Ni-Cd Battery Handling Precautions

(Only when Ni-MH/Ni-Cd batteries are used)

Warning

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Never plug the charger into an outlet of other than the indicated voltage.

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Plugging the charger into the wrong outlet could result in an explosion or fire.

Never insert or remove the charger while your hands are wet.

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You may get an electric shock.

Do not use the transmitter's battery, HT5F1700B, as the receiver's battery.

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Since the transmitter's battery has an overload protection circuit, the output power will be shut down when the high cur­rent load is applied. This may result in run-a-way or fatal crash.

Always check to be sure your batteries have been charged prior to operating the model.

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Should the battery go dead while the model is operating, loss of control will occur and create a very dangerous situation.

To recharge the transmitter battery, use the special charger made for this purpose.

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Overcharging could cause the battery to overheat, leak or explode. This may lead to fire, burns, loss of sight and many
other types of injuries.

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Caution

Do not use commercial AA size Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries.

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Quick charging may cause the battery contacts to overheat and damage the battery holder.

Do not short circuit the battery terminals.

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A short circuit across the battery terminals may cause abnormal heating, fire and burns.

Do not drop the battery or expose it to strong shocks or vibrations.

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The battery may short circuit and overheat; electrolyte may leak out and cause burns or chemical damage.

When the model is not being used, always remove or disconnect the battery.

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Leaving the battery connected could create a dangerous situation if someone accidentally turns on the receiver power
switch. Loss of control could occur.

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Always keep the charger disconnected from the outlet while it is not in use.

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Storage and Disposal Precautions

Warning

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Do not leave the radio system or models within the reach of small children.

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A small child may accidentally operate the system. This could cause a dangerous situation and injuries. Ni-Cd batteries
can be very dangerous when mishandled and cause chemical damage.

Do not throw Ni-MH/Ni-Cd batteries into a fire. Do not expose batteries to extreme heat. Also do

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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 batter-

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ies 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 Ni-Cd battery may
considerably reduce the capacity . A reduction in operating time will occur even when the batteries are charged for the
recommended time. (After discharge to 1cell E.V.=1V)

<Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Electrolyte>

The electrolyte in Ni-MH/Ni-Cd 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 attention at once. The electrolyte can
cause blindness. If electrolyte comes in contact with your skin or clothes, wash with water immediately.

Warning

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Do not store your R/C system in the following places.

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- Where it is extremely hot or cold.

- Where the system will be exposed to direct sunlight.

- Where the humidity is high.

-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 operation.

If the system will not be used

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for a long period of time, re­move the batteries from the
transmitter and model and
store in a cool, dry place.

If the batteries are left in the trans­mitter, electrolyte may leak and dam­age the transmitter. This applies to
the model also. Remove the batteries
from it also to prevent damage.

<Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Recycling>

A used battery is valuable resource. Insulate the battery terminals and dispose of the battery by taking it to a battery recycling center.

Other Precautions

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Caution

Do not expose plastic parts to fuel, motor spray, waste oil or exhaust.

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The fuel, motor spray, waste oil and exhaust will penetrate and damage the plastic.

Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed con-

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trols), Ni-MH/Ni-Cd batteries and other optional accessories.

Futaba will not be responsible for problems caused by the use of other than Futaba genuine parts. Use the parts speci­fied in the instruction manual and catalog.

For Your Safety As Well As That Of Others

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Before Using

Before Using

Features

-2.4GHzSS (Spread Spectrum) radio communication system

Frequency channel setting is unnecessary: Channel shifting takes place within the 2.4GHz
band automatically. This system minimizes the interference from other 2.4GHz systems.

-Model memory for 40 models

Model names can use up to 10 letters, numbers, and symbols, so that logical names may be
used. A model memory with different setups can be created by using the model copy func­tion.

-Two function selection modes: Menu Selection and Direct Selection

The setup screens are called from menu screens. The menu screen can be selected from
among 4 levels (LEVEL1/LEVEL2/LEVEL3/BIGCAR).
Frequently used (high degree of urgency) functions can be assigned to direct selection but­tons which quickly call the assigned function. (8 functions)

-Menu customizing

Function menus can be customized as desired. The menu order, display function and other
functions used by individual models only can be displayed.

-Brake mixing for large cars (BRAKE)

Brake mixing of the front and rear wheels of 1/5GP and other large cars can be adjusted
independently.

-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 (ACCEL)

Gasoline engine cars have a time lag before the clutch and brakes become effective.
The TH-ACCEL function reduces this time lag.

-Throttle speed (THSPD)

Sudden trigger operation on a slippery road surface will only cause the tires to spin and the
model to not accelerate smoothly. By setting the throttle speed function, operation can be
performed smoothly and easily. It also suppresses battery consumption.

-Start function (START)

A pre-set throttle position, less than full throttle, to be used for the initial acceleration off
the line without having wheel spin. When the trigger is released, auto-start is turned off and
throttle operates normally again.

-Steering speed (STSPD)

When you sense that the steering servo is too fast, etc., the servo operating speed (direction
that suppresses the maximum speed) can be adjusted.

-Racing timer (TIMER)

The lap timer can record 99 lap times, total time, and average lap time. The timer can also
be started automatically by trigger operation. The race time and audible alarm can be set.
The 4PK also has a navigation timer effective during practice runs. The target lap and re-/
fueling time are indicated by an audible alarm. An up timer and down timer are also pro­vided.

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-Digital trim w/reset function

The current trim position is displayed on the LCD screen. The operating amount of 1 step
can also be adjusted.
Trim operation has no effect on the maximum travel of the steering and throttle servos.

-Function select dial function (DIAL)

This function assigns functions to dials (digital trim, grip dial, knob). The step amount and
operating direction can also be adjusted. Trim positioning at each model call is unnecessary
because all the dials are digital.

-Function select switch function (SWTCH)

This function assigns functions to 3 switches. The operating direction can also be set.

-MC-Link

This is a dedicated function which allows setting of the contents of the Link software which
makes possible Futaba speed controller (ESC), MC950CR, MC850C, MC851C, MC602C,
MC402CR, etc. variable frequency and other data changes by PC at the T4PKS.

-Edit button lock & trim/dial lock functions

Lock functions which prohibit setting and operation by transmitter edit buttons, trim, and
dials are provided.

-Wheel & Trigger position can be changed

The wheel position can be offset by using an accessory APA wheel position offset adapter.
The wheel angle can also be adjusted.
The position of the throttle trigger can be moved forward and backward.

Before Using

-Left-handed support

The left and right installation direction of the wheel section can be reversed.

-Tension adjustment function

The tension of the steering wheel & throttle trigger springs can be adjusted from the outside.

-Mechanical ATL Adjustment

Make this adjustment when you want to decrease the total travel of the brake (push) side of
the throttle trigger.

-Display switch

Display switch allows function setup without transmitting.

-Vibrator built into the grip

The vibrator can be operated at racing timer lap navigation, time-up, and low battery alarm.

-7-color LED pilot lamp

Your favorite color can be selected.

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Set Contents

After opening the box, first check if the contents conform to the following. The contents
depend on the set as shown below.

Before Using

Transmitter

Receiver R614FF

T4PKS

Transmitter Ni-MH battery pack HT5F1700B

*Installed in transmitter.

Receiver switch

Miscellaneous

Wheel offset adapter(APA)

Wheel adapter 32deg

Hook

Instruction manual

- If any of the set contents are missing, or you have any questions, please contact
your dealer.

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Caution

When using the T4PKS in the high speed (HIGH SPEED) mode, always use it under the follow-

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ing conditions:

Servos :Futaba digital servo (including BLS Series brushless servos)

Receiver’s battery :
Transmitter mode :HIGH SPEED mode (See p.46 for setting method.)

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

In addition, the FSU Fail Safe Unit cannot be used because the system is different. Use the fail safe function of the
transmitter.

Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected digital servo (dry cell battery cannot be used).

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When using analog servos, always switch the T4PKS servo response to the NORMAL mode.

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Transmitter mode :NORMAL mode (See p.46 for setting method.)

Receiver’s battery :

The set cannot operate in the HIGH SPEED mode. Operation in this mode will cause trouble with the servos and other
equipment.

Digital servos (including BLS Series brushless servos) can also be used in the NORMAL mode.

Always use only genuine Futaba transmitters, receivers, servos, ESCs (electronic speed con-

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trols), Ni-MH(Ni-Cd) batteries and other optional accessories.

Futaba will not be responsible for problems caused by the use of other than Futaba genuine parts. Use the parts speci­fied in the instruction manual and catalog.

Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected digital servo.

Nomenclature

Transmitter T4PKS

Push switch 3 (PS3)

LCD screen

LED

Antenna

Digital Dial 3

(DL3)

Digital Trim1 (DT1)

(default steering trim)

Power&Display

switch

Edit buttons

Digital Dial 1(DL1)

(default dual rate)

Digital Dial 2(DL2)

(default ATL)

Push switch 1 (PS1)

Throttle trigger

Steering wheel

Digital Trim 2 (DT2)

(default throttle trim)

Before Using

Push switch 2 (PS2)

Grip Handle

Digital Trim 3 (DT3)

Wheel tension

adjusting screw

Cover

Trigger slide

adjusting screw

Battery cover

Trigger tension

adjusting screw

*The switches, dial, and trimmers 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 is changed, the new data will not be written to memory.

Mechanical ATL
adjusting screw

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Power & Display Switch

The power switch and display switch of the T4PKS are integrated. In the PWR ON
mode, radio waves are transmitted and in the DISP ON mode, model data, settings can
be checked without transmitting radio waves.

PWR ON

Radio waves are being

transmitted

"RF" is displayed

Before Using

"DISP" is displayed

Power Off Forgotten Alarm

When the steering wheel, throttle trigger, push switch, or edit button is not operated for
10 minutes during T4PKS initialization, an alarm sounds and "NOT OPERATED FOR
A LONG TIME" is displayed on the LCD screen.

When the steering wheel, throttle trigger, push switch, or
edit button is operated, the alarm is reset. If the system is not
to be used, turn off the power.

The function can be deactivated at the system menu (p.110).

High Voltage Alarm

If a battery exceeding 8V is used with the T4PKS, an audible
alarm will sound and "HIGH VOLTAGE" will be displayed
on the LCD screen.

Immediately remove the battery because it may cause damage
to the T4PKS.

OFF

DISP ON

Radio waves are not being

transmitted

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Low Battery Alarm

If the transmitter battery voltage drops to 5.0V(when using dry cell battery: 4.2V) or
less, an audible alarm will sound and "LOW BATTERY" will be displayed on the LCD
screen.

Warning

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When a low battery alarm is generated, cease operation imme-

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diately and retrieve the model.

If the battery goes dead while in operation, you will lose control of the model.

Digital Trim Operation

(Initial settings: DT1: Steering trim, DT2: Throttle trim, DT3: -------)

Digital trims can be used in 2 ways:

Operating by the lever: Push the lever to the left or right (up or down) Operating by push
button switch: Press the push button switch in the desired direction. The current position
is displayed on the LCD screen in the bottom three rows of the list. However, this opera­tion cannot be performed when the trim/dial lock (p.22) function is set.

DT1

Steering trim display

Throttle trim display

s%ACHSTEPISINDICATEDBYATONE
s7HEN THETRIM EXCEEDSTHEMAXIMUM TRIM ADJUST-

ment range, the beep will change and the servo
will not move any farther. Return to the neutral
position (center) by pressing both the push button
switches simultaneously for about one second.

DT2 DT3

Trim Operation

With the center trim feature, trim adjustments have no effect on the maxi­mum servo travel. This prevents the linkages from binding when adjust­ments are made.

s4RIMLEVERADJUSTMENTSHAVENOEFFECTONTHEMAXI-

mum servo travel.This prevents the linkages from

BINDINGWHENADJUSTMENTSAREMADE

Before Using

Grip Dial Operation

(Initial setting: DL1; Steering D/R, DL2; ATL)

Operate the dials by turning them. The current set value is displayed on the LCD screen.
However, this operation cannot be performed when the trim/dial lock (p.22) function is set.

Steering D/R
display

ATL display

Steering D/R DL1

ATL DL2

s%ACHSTEPISINDICATEDBYATONE
s7HENTHETRIMEXCEEDSTHEMAXIMUMTRIMADJUSTMENTRANGETHETONEWILLCHANGEPITCHANDTHESERVOWILLNOT

move any farther.

17

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

 5SING A MM HEX WRENCH ADJUST THE TRIGGER

brake (reverse) stroke. (The screw moves the
throttle trigger stopper.)

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NARROWER!DJUSTTHESTROKEWHILEWATCHINGTHESCREW

Before Using

Note:

Once you have changed the mechanical stroke on the brake side, be sure to adjust
the scale of the throttle channel accordingly by using the "Adjuster Function"

(page 116).

Due to this change, you also need to adjust in most cases the travel of the throttle
servo by using "Data Setting."

Mechanical ATL
adjusting screw

Wheel & Trigger Tension Adjustment

Make this adjustment when you want to change the wheel or trigger spring’s tension.

Adjustment

1

5SING A MMHEXWRENCHADJUST

the wheel spring tension by turning

THESCREW INSIDETHE ADJUSTINGHOLE IN

the arrow direction.

s4HE SPRINGIS SET TO THEWEAKESTTENSION ATTHE

factory.

s7HEN THE ADJUSTING SCREW IS TURNED CLOCKWISE

the spring tension increases.

Wheel tension

adjusting screw

Note:

The adjustment range is up to 7 to 8 turns from the fully tightened (strongest) po­sition. If turned further than this, the adjusting screw may fall out.

Trigger tension

adjusting screw

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Trigger Slide Adjustment

The throttle trigger position can be moved forward and backward.

Adjustment

1

5SINGAMMHEXWRENCH LOOSENTHE

trigger slide mounting screw by turning it
slightly counterclockwise.

2

5SINGA MMHEXWRENCH TURNTHE TRIG-

GERSLIDE ADJUSTING SCREWAND ADJUSTTHE

trigger slide position within the marked

RANGE7HENTHEADJUSTINGSCREWISTURNED

clockwise, the trigger slide moves away
from the grip handle.

3

Retighten the mounting screw loosened at

step 1 and fasten the trigger slide

Adjust so that the bottom

mark does not exceed

the top marking line.

Trigger slide

mounting screw

Before Using

Ni-MH Battery Replacement

Trigger slide adjusting screw

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

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Battery cover

Removal

1

Slide the transmitter battery cover in the ar-

row direction while pressing the part shown
in the figure.

2

Remove the Ni-MH battery and disconnect

the connector.

3

Insert the connector of the new battery and

load the battery into the transmitter.

4

Finish by installing the battery cover.

ｎ

Caution

While pressing here Battery cover

Pay full attention so that the battery cover

ｊ

does not pinch the cable of the Ni-MH battery.

Pinching the cable by the battery cover can lead to an
electrical shortage, fire and abnormal heat generation,
which may cause burns and fire disaster.

Install the cover by aligning the claws at both sides
of the battery cover with the grooves in the trans­mitter shown in the figure and sliding on the battery
cover.

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Charging The HT5F1700B Battery

Before Using

Charging

1

Plug the transmitter cord of the special char-

GER INTOTHE CHARGING JACK ON THE REAR OF THE

transmitter.

2

Plug the charger into an AC outlet.

3

Check that the charging LED lights.

When charging the HT5F1700B battery with the special char­ger, allow about 15 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.

Charging

jack

Cover

AC outlet

Charger

Transmitter charging

LED

To receiver

Ni-Cd battery

When using Futaba CR-2000

The HT5F1700B is 5-cells, so, when charging the
HT5F1700B battery with Futaba CR-2000 charger, you have
to use the RX output side.

Over current protection

The transmitter charging circuit is equipped with an over cur­rent protection circuit (1.7A). If the battery is charged with a
quick charger for other than digital proportional R/C sets, it
may not be fully charged.

To transmitter

charging jack

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Warning

ｎ

Never plug it into an outlet of other than the indicated voltage.

ｌ

0LUGGINGTHECHARGERINTOTHEWRONGOUTLETCOULDRESULTINANEXPLOSIONORlRE

Do not insert and remove the charger when your hands are wet.

ｌ

It may cause an electric shock.

Always use the special charger or a quick charger for digital proportional R/C sets to charge a

ｊ

digital proportional R/C set Ni-MH battery.

/VERCHARGINGA.I-(BATTERYCANRESULTINBURNSlREINJURIESORLOSSOFSIGHTDUETOOVERHEATINGBREAKAGEORELECTRO­lyte leakage.

ｎ

Caution

Never try to recharge a dry cell battery.

ｌ

The transmitter may be damaged or the battery electrolyte may leak or the battery may break.

When the charger is not in use, disconnect it from the AC outlet.

ｊ

Do this to prevent accidents and to avoid overheating.

Grip Vibrator

A vibrator is built into the grip of the T4PKS. The vibrator vibrates at racing timer lap
navigation, time-up, and low battery alarm. (p.118)

Display when power switch is turned on

Power switch turned on

Beep confirmation sound is generated and the
initial screen shown below appears.

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Display mode can be
changed by using the SYS-

4%-FUNCTION3EEPGE

Steering trim display

Throttle trim display

Battery voltage display

Total timer display (H:M)

*The current servo mode (servo
response) is displayed.

The mode currently operating is
displayed. ("HIGH"/"NOR")

When radio waves are being emit­ted, "RF" is displayed. When radio
waves are not being emitted when
turned on by display switch and
when the DSC function is used,
"DISP" is displayed.

Edit button lock display

Trim/dial lock display

DL1
DL2
DL3
DT1
DT2
DT3

"BLHT" is displayed when
backlighting is ON.

*The current receiver type is
displayed.

The type currently operating is
displayed.

("C1"/"C2")

Function names and rate as­signed to dials are displayed.

Before Using

Power supply and voltage display

Dry cell batteries (alkali batteries are recommended) can be used with the optional bat­tery box. However, when using dry cell batteries, set BATT-TYPE in the system menu
to DRY 4CELL. When BATT-TYPE is set to DRY 4CELL, the voltage display of the
initial screen will change to the

symbol.

When using the T4PKS standard HT5F1700B battery, always set BATT-TYP to NiMH5
LiFe2. (See page 110, for a detailed description of the battery types.)

User name display

When the (END) button is held down for 1 second or longer at the initial screen, the

Futaba logo and user name are displayed for about 2 seconds.

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Edit button lock and trim/dial lock

T4PKS setup and operation by edit button (p.15) and digital trim DT1, DT2, and DT3
and dials DL1, DL2, and DL3 can be prohibited.

Setting

1

Edit button lock: When the (+) button is pressed for about 1 second at the initial screen,

a confirmation beep is generated and the edit button lock display

screen.
Trim/dial lock: When the (-) button is pressed for about 1 second at the initial screen,
a confirmation beep is generated and the trim/dial lock display appears on the

screen.

appears on the

Before Using

Clearing

1

Edit button lock and trim/dial lock can be cleared in the initial screen state by the same

method as the setting described above. (The edit button lock display or trim/dial

lock display disappears from the screen.)

Total Timer

The total timer shows the accumulated time from last reset.

The total time does not change even when the model changes.

Reset method

1

In the initial screen state, hold down the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for 1 second.

* The total timer display counts up from 1 minute to 99hours 59 minutes.

LCD Screen Contrast

The LCD screen contrast can be adjusted. (For more information, see page 110.)

Caution

Do not adjust the contrast so that the LCD is too bright or too dark.

When the display cannot be read due to a temperature change, data cannot be set.

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LCD Screen Temperature Change

In the following cases, the LCD may become difficult to read due to a temperature
change.

- On hot summer days and cold winter days, the LCD may be easy to read indoors, but difficult to read out­doors.

- If the contrast is too bright or too dark, temperature changes and lighting conditions may cause the screen to
become difficult to read.

Contrast adjustment from main screen

1

Turn on the transmitter.

2

)F THE SCREEN IS TOO DARK ADJUST THECONTRAST BYPRESSING THE  BUTTON WHILE

PRESSINGTHE*/'BUTTON)FTHESCREENISTOOLIGHTADJUSTTHECONTRASTBYPRESS-

ing the (+) button while pressing the (JOG) button.

Changing wheel position and modifying for left-hand use

Changing the wheel position

The wheel position can be offset by using
the accessory APA wheel position offset
adapter.

(See the page 24 for the modification



Modifying for left-hand use

The wheel section left and right installa­tion direction can be reversed.

(See the page 26 for the modification method.)

method.)

Angle can be adjusted

4HEANGLECANBElNELYADJUSTEDBYADJUSTINGTHESTEERINGWHEELUNITINSTALLATION3EE
THEMODIlCATIONMETHODONTHENEXTPAGEFORTHEADJUSTMENTDETAILS

The operating angle of the wheel can be adjusted.

The operating angle of the wheel can be changed from 34 deg to 32 deg by installing
THE  DEG WHEELADJUSTER3EE h2EMOVINGTHE STEERING WHEELUNITvBELOW FORTHE RE­placement procedure.

)FYOU  INSTALL THE  DEG WHEELADAPTERBE SURETO ADJUST THE SCALE OFTHE STEERING

CHANNELACCORDINGLYBYUSINGTHE!DJUSTER&UNCTION

(page 116).

Removing the steering wheel unit

s/BTAIN A MM HEXWRENCH ANDPHILIPS

screwdriver.

1

Hold the wheel and remove the

screw.

Steering wheel mounting screw

Before Using

2

Pull off the wheel and wheel

adapter.
Since the wheel adapter is 34 deg
as standard, install the 32 deg
wheel adapter at final installation.

3

Remove the 3 steering wheel unit

mounting screws.

Wheel adapter

Wheel

Unit mounting screws

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4

Remove the steering wheel unit.

s"ECAREFULNOTTOSTRETCHTHEWIRING

5

Disconnect the steering wheel

unit connector.

Wheel unit

Before Using

Installing the accessory APA steering wheel offset adapter

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s4HELENGTHOFTHESCREWSUSEDATEACHPARTDIFFERS7HENREASSEMBLINGTHESTEERINGWHEELUNITALWAYSUSETHE

original screws.

1

The steering wheel unit connector

through the adapter.

Adapter APA

2

Install the steering wheel unit us-

ing the 3 mounting screws.

Unit mounting screws

24

3

Connect the steering wheel unit

connector.
(Pay close attention to the direc­tion of the connector.)

3

Pull out the wiring as far as possible from between the wheel unit and APA. Stow the

surplus pulled out wiring in the transmitter.

s"ECAREFULNOTTOSTRETCHTHEWIRING

Stow the surplus wiring here.

4

Install the assembled wheel unit and APA

to the transmitter using the screw supplied.
The APA mounting screws are in the hook
and APA mounting screws bag.
Verify the position of the transmitter bottom
holes by mounting angle. The screw used
depends on the position of the bottom hole.

Transmitter bottom hole

Before Using

*The figure below is an installation example.

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the 3 bottom holes in the transmitter

5

Install the steering wheel

using the screw.

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hide the APA hole where there is
no bottom hole in the transmitter.

Dummy screw

Steering wheel mounting screw

25

Before Using

Modifying for left-hand use

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s)NSTALLTHESTEERINGWHEELUNITREMOVEDASDESCRIBEDONTHEPRECEDINGPAGEASFOLLOWS

1

Remove the wheel section rear

cover .

s4HEREARCOVERCANBE EASILY REMOVEDBYIN-

serting a coin, etc. into the slot at the bottom
of the rear cover.

2

Push in the disconnected connector

so that it can be connected at the
opposite side.

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3

At the opposite side, connect the

steering wheel unit connector and
Install the steering wheel unit,
steering wheel cover, and wheel to
their original positions.

s!TTHIS TIME BE SURE THAT THE WIRINGISNOT

pinched between the wheel unit and trans­mitter.

Stow the surplus wiring here.

Installing the accessory neck strap hook

A hook can be installed to the T4PKS, as required.

The hook is in the hook and APA mounting screws bag supplied with the set.

s/BTAINAPHILIPSSCREWDRIVER
s0ULLUPTHEGRIPRUBBER

1

Pull up the bottom of the grip rub-

ber as shown in the figure.

Grip rubber

2

Pull out the grip rubber in the arrow

direction.

Before Using

3

There is a mounting nut inside the

transmitter. Install the hook at the
position shown in the figure using
the accessory screw w/washer.

4

Return the grip rubber to its original

position.

Hook

Hook mounting screw

Hook

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About Transmitter Antenna and Receiver

About The Transmitter Antenna

Before Using

!DJUSTTHE ANTENNAVERTICALLY

to the ground.

Warning

ｎ

!DJUSTTHEANTENNAVERTICALLYTOTHEGROUND

ｊ

Otherwise, the operating range may become shorter.

Never hold only the antenna.

ｌ

Hold the grip handle, otherwise the antenna may be damaged.

The antenna position can be changed in the range as shown in figures A and B. However, please

ｌ

do not apply unnecessary force or shock.

The internal cable may be damaged; thus transmitting distance decreases and it may cause malfunction.

Antenna

AB

Antenna Moving Range

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4HEANTENNAISASCREWONTYPEANDCANBEREMOVED(OWEVERDONOTREMOVETHEANTENNAEX-

ｌ

cept when it must be replaced.

If the transmitter antenna terminals get dirty, the radio wave output will become weak and there is the danger that the
receiving range will be substantially shortened.

When the antenna is changed, it requires the metal

ｊ

part of the antenna to be held firmly while putting it
on.

The antenna cannot be mounted to T4PKS (by rotating the middle
part of the antenna).

There might be small glitch when the antenna
of the transmitter is brought close to servos,
ESCs or other peripheral devices.

When the antenna is
changed, it requires the
metal part of the an­tenna to be held firmly
while putting it on.

Antenna

This is not an issue but please keep this symp­tom in mind, especially when setting-up.

Receiver Terminology

Antenna #OAXIALCABLE

Tactile switch/LED

Connectors

4 :CH4 servo(CH4)

3 :CH3 servo (CH3)

2 :Throttle servo(CH2)

1 :Steering servo(CH1)

B/C :Power connector/DSC connector

How to link the transmitter and the receiver

Each transmitter has an individually assigned, unique ID code. In order to start opera­tion, the receiver must be linked with the ID code of the transmitter to 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 the receiver needs to be used with another transmitter.

Link procedure

1

Bring the transmitter and the receiver close to each

OTHERWITHININCHESHALFMETER

2

Turn on the transmitter.

3

Turn on the receiver.

Before Using

4

Push the tactile switch of the receiver.

When the link is complete, the LED in the receiver
changes to solid green.

When the ID cannot be read due to the surrounding
environment, try reading it with the transmitter and re­ceiver antennas touching.

Precaution:

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2&&YOURRECEIVERMIGHTNOTLINKTOYOURTRANSMITTER)NTHISCASEEVENIFTHERECEIVERgS,%$STAYSSOL-

id green, unfortunately the receiver might have established a link to one of other transmitters. This is very
dangerous if you do not notice this situation. In order to avoid the problem, we strongly recommend you
to doublecheck whether your receiver is really under control by your transmitter by giving the stick input
and then checking the servo response.

Warning

ｎ

After the linking is done, please cycle receiver power and check if the receiver to be linked is really

ｊ

under the control of your transmitter.

Do not perform the linking procedure with motor's main wire connected or the engine operating as

ｌ

ITMAYRESULTINSERIOUSINJURY

*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

Unrecoverable failure (EEPROM, etc.) Red and Green turn on alternately

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Receiver Installation

Install the R614FF receiver on the car as follows:

The operating range may become shorter, depending on where the receiver and the an­tenna are mounted.

WARNING

ｎ

Do not cut or bundle the receiver antenna wire.

ｌ

$ONOTBENDTHECOAXIALCABLE)TCAUSESDAMAGE

ｌ

Before Using

Install the antenna in the higher place as shown in the figure.

ｊ

Put the antenna in the antenna tube to protect it.

ｊ

Keep the antenna as far away from the motor, ESC and other

ｊ

noise sources as you possibly can.

Wrap the receiver with something soft, such as foam rubber, to

ｊ

avoid vibration. If there is a chance of getting wet, put the receiver
in a waterproof bag or balloon.

Antenna

tube

Antenna

Coaxial

cable

R614FF

Since the receiver generates a certain amount of heat, change the mounting method to improve the ventilation

Note:

at the receiver. If the receiver is too tight, it may malfunction when the ambient temperature is high.

ｎ

Caution

!LWAYSUSE2&&UNDERTHEFOLLOWINGCONDITIONS

ｊ

"ATTERY 0OWERREQUIREMENT2ATEDVOLTAGE6^6

Matched to the ratings of the receiver and connected servo (digital servo cannot use the dry battery).

284YPE &!334#3EEPFORSETTINGMETHOD 

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4RANSMITTERMODE./2-!,MODE &UTABAALLSERVO3EEPFORSETTINGMETHOD

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

Transmitter mode setting

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the setting method.

However, use of a digital servo (including BLS Series brushless servo) can only be used in the HIGH SPEED

Note:

mode.

When the power is turned on, whether the receiver is in the HIGH SPEED or NORMAL mode is judged and the R604FS oper­ates in that mode until the power is turned off. When the transmitter mode is changed, operation becomes possible when the
receiver power is turned on again. When the frequency band is changed, reception on the new frequency band becomes possible
when the receiver power is turned on again.

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For the receiver, servos, and other connections, see page 31 for the DSC cord (option)
connections, see page 125.