Futaba CIU-2 User Manual

1M23N19202

USB INTERFACE

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing a CIU-2.
The CIU-2 is a USB interface for communications between Link supported devices and a Windows
computer.

Notes

sPlease read this manual thoroughly before using your CIU-2.
sStore this manual in a safe place where it can be accessed at any time.

sReproduction of all, or part, of the contents of this manual without prior written permission is

prohibited.

sThe contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
sThe contents of this manual should be complete, but if you find any errors or unclear points, please

contact us.

sFutaba will not be responsible for the results of use of devices by the customer.

*Windows is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Specifications

(Specifications and ratings are subject to change without prior notice accompanying technological developments.)

sInterface : USB Rev1.1 compliant
sUSB connector : USB Series A connector
sOperating voltage : 5.0V ±0.2V (USB bus power)
sCurrent drain

(At connection, idle): 12.3 ±2.0mA

*The PC must have a USB port (Type A).

sOperating environment:
Temperature -10 ~ 50degrees Celsius

sDimensions : 18.2 X 56.5 X 9.0 mm
sWeight : 7.5g
sApplicable OS : Windows Vista/XP/2000

*A 500mm extension

cord is supplied with
the CIU-2.

Drivers and Link programs must be installed.

sTo use the CIU-2, drivers must be installed.

sFor communication and setting, Link programs corresponding to each device must be installed.

Install the drivers and Link programs available on the dealer’s website.

Connecting and disconnecting the PC and CIU-2

Connection

1.Turn on the PC power.

2.Connect the CIU-2 to the USB port of the PC.

3.When the CIU-2 is first connected to the PC;
the “Found New Hardware Wizard” shown at
the right is displayed. Install the drivers
downloaded from the dealer’ s website.

USB port

Disconnection

The CIU-2 can be disconnected even while the
PC power is on. However, do not disconnect
the CIU-2 while it is communicating with a Link
supported device.

Example of connection to Link supported device

(The figure below is an example of connection to an MC850C.)

Connection method

1.Connect the CIU-2 to the USB port

Connect the batteries to
the Link supported device

Power switch

of the PC.

2.Connect the Link supported device
to the CIU-2.

3.Connect the batteries by referring
to the Link supported device
instruction manual.

4.Set the power switch of the Link
supported device to ON.

5.Communication with the Link
program is possible.

Connect to PC USB port

Connects the connector of
the Link supported device.

When connecting, use the accessory 500m
extension cord, as required

.

Usage Precautions

Do not disassemble the CIU-2. Do not open the CIU-2 case.

Opening the case may damage the PC board. In this case, PC assembly replacement or repair will become
impossible. There is also the danger of fire and electric shock.

Do not expose the CIU-2 to water or other liquids. Do not touch the CIU-2 when you hands are
wet.

Water droplets entering the CIU-2 may cause trouble. There is also the danger of fire and electric shock.

Do not drop or expose the CIU-2 to strong shock.

It may cause trouble.

Do not set anything on top of the CIU-2.

It may cause trouble.

Do not touch the connectors with your hands. Also, do not connect a dusty or dirty connector.

It may cause trouble.

Handle the PC and peripheral devices in accordance with the instruction manual and cautions
and warnings given in the instruction manual of each product.

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safety at the parts of this
manual that are indicated by
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Futaba dealer.

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injury to the user if not carried out properly, or procedures where the probability of
superficial injury or physical damage is high.

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danger of injury, or physical damage, if not carried out properly.

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