Futaba FP2GS User Manual

Futaba
DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL RADIO CONTROL
FP-2GS
D60431
SPECIAL FEATURES:
• Contemporary superior control.
• 500mW output.
• Battery level voltage at a glance.
• Built-in antenna.
RECEIVER FP-R102GF
•BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuitry) system allows sharing of the running Nicd battery and eliminates the need regulator and diode.
•High performance 2 channel receiver with ASP system when used with the proper transmitter.
•Crystal
socket ture pins. Reliability is increased and the crystal can be changed from the outside.
SERVO FP-S128 SMALL, RUGGED. HIGH NEUTRAL SERVO
•Skew type armature motor. Movement of the trimmer by even one notch is tracked by a skew type motor which displays a performance near that
of a
coreless motor.
•New indirect drive potentiometer improves vibration and
shock resistance and neutral accuracy.
•Futaba low-power custom 1C provides extremely high
torque, narrow dead band, and superior tracking.
•Fiberglass reinforced PBT (polybutylene terephthalate)
injection invulnerable to glow fuel.
•Strong
smooth operation, positive neutral, and very little backlash.
•Fiberglass reinforced epoxy resin PC board with thru-the-
hole plating improves servo amp vibration and shock resist­ance.
•Three pin connector eliminates faulty contact and improves
reliability against vibration and shock. Housing has a reverse insertion prevention mechanism.
•Special grommet simplifies
an excellent cushioning effect.
•Six special adjustable splined horns.
•High 48.7 oz.in
use
molded
polyacetal
in almost any model.
styling with smooth operating gimbals for
meter indicates the state of the battery
for a
uses a new
servo
resin
type
of highly reliable subminia-
case
is
mechanically strong and
ultra-precision
servo
gear
features
mounting of the servo and has
(3.5kg-cm) maximum output torque allows
SET CONTENTS AND RATINGS
(Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.)
Model number Transmitter Receiver Servo Switch, battery holder, etc.
FP-2GS FP-T2GSx1 FP-R102GFx1 FP.S128.x2
TRANSMITTER FP-T2GS.
Operating method 2 stick system Transmitting frequency 27MHz band, 72MHz band Modulation system AM (amplitude modulation) Power requirement
12V,
round penlight battery x 8
Receiver FP-R102GF
Receiving frequency
Intermediate frequency
Selectivity Receiving range
Power supply Current drain Dimensions
Weight
27MHz band, bands 1 to 6 72,75MHz 455kHz 3kHz/-3dB 550 yards (500m) on the ground when used with FP-T2GS (At the best radio wave condition of envi­ronment)
4.8V
to
8.4V
7.2V/13mA,4.8V/33mA
1.46x
2.19 x 0.75
(37 x 55.5 x 19mm)
1.34
oz
(38g)
in
SERVO FP-S128
Control system Operating angle Power requirement Current drain (IDLE) Output torque Operating speed Dimensions
Weight
+pulse width control
One side 45° or more
4.8V-6V
6.0V, 8mA (at idle)
48.7 oz.in. (3.5 kg-cm)
0.24 sec/60°
1.6x0.8x 1.6 in. (40.5 x 20 x 40.5mm)
1.92oz. (53g)
HANDLING THE TRANSMITTER
•The name of each part of the transmitter is given in the figure. Familiarize yourself with their operation.
•Remove the battery cover on the rear of the transmitter as illustrated in the figure, and insert 8 round penlight batteries,
paying careful attention to their polarity.
•Extend the antenna fully, and set the power switch to the
ON position. The pointer of the level meter should deflect to the green zone. If it fails to deflect, or deflects slowly, the polarity of the batteries is incorrect, or the batteries are faulty.
•Since the range of the radio waves will become short when
the pointer of the level meter deflects to the red zone, re­place the batteries when the pointer only deflects to the boundary between the green and red zones.
•The
trim
lever
is
used
to fine
adjust
each
channel.
Use
it for neutral adjustment and to correct the flying posture after the mechanism has been installed. After test flight, operate with the trim lever in the neutral position, as far as possible, by correcting with the rod adjuster, etc.
•Since the elevator stick employs a self-neutral system, install the sliding plate as shown in the figure when changing it to a ratchet system. Then remove the strong spring attached to the hook and replace it with the spring supplied as an ac­cessory.
Antenna
Level meter
(Engine control
trim)
Elevator trim Elevator stick
(engine control
stick)
Power switch
Rudder
trim
Rudder stick
Fig.1
•When the transmitter is used with a tank, the direction of the stick can be changed 90 degrees by removing the four rudder stick mounting screws.
•To change the crystals, loosen the rear cover mounting screws, remove the rear cover, and then replace the crystal. The crystal is located at the left side of the printed wiring board. The transmitter crystal is marked (T) and the receiver crystal is marked (R). CAUTION: Frequency change has to be done under the supervision of FCC licensed personnel.
The batteries can be easily loaded by
Rear cover mounting screws
Fig.
Slide in the direction of the arrow while pushing here.
inserting them
a time from the back.
2
four at
Modification from self-neutral system to ratchet system.
Install sliding plate Replace with
weak spring
Fig.
3
The BEC mark is displayed on the front of the receiver of BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuitry) system sets with a receiver with shared power supply regulator.
RECEIVER FP-R102GF AND SERVO FP-S128
Receiver crystal
Fig.
4
Receiver FP-R102GF
Antenna mire
Connect the servo and switch as shown in the figure and extend the transmitter and receiver ante­nna fully.
Red common 2P connector (male pins)
The Futaba BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuitry) system and BEC & ASP (Adjustable Safety Position) system can also use a com­mon power supply with the conventional four penlight batteries system (separate power supply).
Your NEW FUTABA Digital Proportional R/C system is guaran­teed against defects in workmanship and material for 180 days from the date of purchase when the attached registration card is returned to us within ten days of purchase.
This Guarantee is null and void if the R/C system has been im-
properly handled, damaged in a crash, or tampered with and does not cover the replacement of plastic housings or electronic components damaged due to the use of improper voltages.
When service is required, please take your equipment to your local authorized service station or ship it directly to us. All postage, shipping, and insurance charges must be paid by the user.
ON
Switch
OFF
Red common 2P connector
(Female pins)
Red common 2P
connector
(Female pins)
Red common 2P connector
(Female pins)
Steering servo
Throttle servo
Connection to this connector
(1)When chassis power supply of
engine or motor car is separate
Wrapped with rubber band.
(75MHz-OPTIONAL)
(2) When motor car uses a speci-
al 8EC system chassis (com­mon power supply specifi-
cations)
Controller
(3) When motor car uses an ordi-
nary common power supply chassis
Connect to the red common
2P connector of the control-
ler.
Buy the red common 2P connector from the kit manufacturer and connect to the controller. Pin 1: Minus Pin 2: Plus
•A common power supply regulator and diode may also be supplied with the speed controller, depending on the vehicle kit. Since they cause a voltage drop, always remove them.
TO BUYERS OF THE FP-2GS (FP-R102GF)
When using a Futaba motor control amp instead of the speed controller supplied with the vehicle, turn off the ASP (Adjustable Safety Position) system as shown in the figure.
Insert the ASP release co-
nnector packed "with set at this 2P connector (male pins) on the wiring board.
printed
R102GF ASP
release
connector
the
Fig. 5
•Set the transmitter power switch to ON, then set the receiver power switch to ON. The servos stop near the neutral position. Operate the transmitter sticks and check if each servo faithfully follows operation of the sticks.
•Connect the pushrod to each servo horn, then check if the direc­tion of travel of each servo matches the transmitter operation.
•Operate each servo over its full travel and check if the pushrod binds or is too loose. Applying unreasonable force to the servo horn will adversely affect the servo and quickly drain the battery. Be especially careful when using 8.4V.
•Always make the full stroke (including trim) of the servo horns
somewhat larger than the full travel. Adjust the servo horns so that they move smoothly even when the trim lever and stick are operated simultaneously in the same direction.
• Be alert for noise.
Always solder a noise killing capacitor to the running motor. If metal parts touch each other due to vibration, noise will be gener­ated and cause the receiver servos to operate erroneously. We re­commend the use of noiseless parts.
• Even though the receiver antenna wire is long, do not cut
bundle it. The range of the radiowaves will be shortened.
Fig.
6
• Install the servos firmly. Install the servo to the servo tray as shown in the figure. In other cases, install the servo as described in the model manufacturer's manual.
Fig.
7
• A spare horn is provided. Use it as required.
•Wrap the receiver in sponge rubber and wrap rubber bands around the sponge rubber. Mount the receiver so it is not exposed to vi­bration, does not touch the frame, and does not move.
•When the receiver is installed on a board or used where it may be splashed with mud and water, place it in a plastic bag, etc. and wrap a rubber band around the open end of the bag to waterproof and dustproof the receiver. After use, remove the receiver from the bag to prevent condensation.
• Use the rubber bands wrapped around the receiver to hold the servo and switch leads.
•After mounting is complete, recheck each part, then check the transmitting range by making the transmitter antenna as short as possible and extending the receiver antenna fully and operating the set from a distance of 20m to 30m. The movement of each servo should follow the movement of the transmitter sticks.
•The crystal can be changed from the outside of the receiver case. Always use a Futaba transmitter and receiver crystal pair as the
or
replacement crystals.
REPAIR SERVICE
• When requesting repair of trouble that has occurred suddenly of from long use, describe the trouble symptoms in as much detail as possible. This will facilitate detection of the trouble point and shorten the repair period greatly.
• Defects caused corrected free of charge.
• This limited warranty is null and void if the set has been tam­pered with or disassembled. Refer to warranty statement for details.
by
faulty
materials
or
workmanship
will
be
WORLD SALES & SERVICE FACILITIES
Australia: FUTABA SALES AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD., Lebanon:
MELBOURNE TEL: 211-4788
Argentine: MODELISMO AE RONAUTICO DEGA SRL. New Zealand:
BUENOS AIRES TEL: 393-2299
Canada: UDISCO LTD., MONTREAL
TEL: 481-8109 Norway:
Chile: HOBBY LANDIA, SANTIAGO
TEL: 743957 Singapore:
Denmark: FUTABA IMPORT DENMARK,
COPENHAGEN TEL: 02-91-0101 South Africa:
England: RIPMAX LIMITED, LONDON
TEL: 01-8048272 Spain:
Finland: NORETRON KY. HELSINKI
TEL: 90-488880 Sweden:
Greece: C. & G. MACR1YIANNIS CO., PIRAEUS
TEL: 021-3604391 • or 021-41 76191 U.S.A.:
Hong Kong: RADAR CO. LTD. TEL: 3-680507 Italy: RADIOSISTEMI SRL, Carrara W.Germany:
TLX: 500494 FORTIMI FAX: 0039-585-52247
KHAIRALLAH MODELCRAFT, BEIRUT TEL: 326-681 AMALGAMATED WIRELESS (AUSTRALIA) N.Z. LTD. WELLINGTON TEL: 58-979 HARALD LYCHE CO. A/S, Drammen
TEL: (03) 8339 70 SINGAPORE HOBBY SUPPLIES TEL: 533-0337
REDIPAK (PTY.) LTD., JOHANNESBURG TEL: 21-1511 HOBBY & TOY INTERNATIONAL, VALENCIA TEL: (96) 357 23 93 RADIO CONTROL CENTER, JONKOPING TEL: 036-145360 FUTABA CORPORATION OF AMERICA, CALIFORNIA TEL: 213-537-9610
ROBBE MODELLSPORT GMBH, GREBENHAIIM TEL; 06644-870
Futaba
Frequency Channel No. Flag Color 2627MHz
26995 27045
27.095 27 145 27195 27255
72/75MHz
72.030
72.080
72.160*
72.240 72320* 72400 72550 72590 72630 72670 72710
72.750 72790 72830
72.870 72910
72.960*
75.640
Digital
• Aircraft/Car/Boat
-
Bro Red Flag/Robbon) Orange Yellow
Green
Blue
• Aircraft only *'Shared Bro
12
White/Brown White/Blue White/Red Whi White/Orange Orange-Grey
38
Yellow-Black
40 42
Yellow-
44
Yellow-Yellow
46
Yellow-Blue
48
Yell
50
Green-Black
52
Gre
54
Green-Yellow
56
Gre White/Yellow White/Green
Proportional
wn
wn.Red(Top Flag/Ribbon Bottom
te/Purple
ow-Grey
en Red
en-Blue
Flag/Ribbon)
Red
Frequencies
75MHz
Car & Boat only
75.430
75.470 75510
75.550 75590 75670
75.710 75750 75790 75830 75870
53MHz -
53
100 53200 53300 53400
53.500
53.600
53.700
53.800
62
64 66 68 70 74 76 78 80 82 84
Aircraft/Car/Boat
— — — —
-
— —
(FOR U.S.A.)
Blue-Red (Top Flag/Ribbon Bottom
Blue-Yellow Blue-Blue Blue-Gray Purple-Black Purple-Yellow Purple-Blue Purple-Gray
Grey-Black Grey-Red Grey-Yellow
FCC Amatuer License Required
Black/Brown
Black/Red
Black/Orange Black/Yellow
/Green
Black
Black/Blue Black/Purple generally
Black/Grey
Not
in use
FOR OTHER MARKETS. FOLLOWING FREQUENCIES ARE AVAILABLE.
FP
2GS
27MHz Band 29MHz Band 35MHz Band 40MHz Band 53/60MHZ Band 72/75MHz Band
AM
FM 0 0 0 0
0
X X X X
X
X X
The authorized frequencies on each countries are as follows:
England ......
Sweden. Scandinavian countries . . .27, 35 and 40MHz
Australia U.S.A.
......
.................
.........
.27 & 35MHz AM and FM
.27 & 35MHz
27 & 72MHz
AM
AM/FM
and FM
29MHz
(amonly)
•The frequency of Futaba digital propor­tional sets can be changed among bands (1) ~ (6) on the 27MHz band only.
• However, a 27MHz band set cannot be changed to 72MHz band, and vice versa.
•Therefore, always attach the correct fre­quency flag to the end of the transmitter antenna. Each frequency band has its own designated
FP-S128
color,
as
stated
in
the
left.
The
No.
1.
2. 3
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18
19.
20.
21.
22.
Upper case
Middle case
Bottom case Metal bearing Potentiometer VR drive plate Motor Motor pinion Motor mounting
screw 2x3
1st gear 2nd gear
3rd gear Final gear Intermediate shaft 2nd shaft Servo horn D Horn mounting screw
2.6 x 8 Printed wiring board S128...3PBWRB300 Lead wire packing Case mounting screw Nameplate
The following splined horns are optional.
HORN A HORN B HORN C HORN D HORN E HORN F
frequency flag is intended for identifica­tion purposes.
•Also
change
the
quency is changed.
• Futaba paired crystals are precisely matched. Always use a Futaba crystal set (transmitter, receiver) when changing the frequency.
frequency
flag
when
• It is illegal to change crystals of transmitter on the 72-75MHz bands in the U.S.A.
Part Name
Part No.
FCS-28
S04134 .39995 S02753 S91212
S02461
J60002
FGS-28
S02495
S02494 FSH-6W
FSH-4I
AS 1202
FPC-8M S90045 J50400 S80700
• SPLINED HORNS
This horn permits shifting of the servo neutral position at the servo horn. Setting and shifting the neutral position
a) Angle divisions
1) The splined horn has 25 seg­ments. The amount of change per segment is; 360/25=14.4°
2) The minimum adjustable angle is determined by the number of arms or number of the holes. For four arms, the minimum adjustable angle is:
b) Effect To shift the holes center line to the
right (clockwise) relative to baseline A, shift arm 2 to the position of arm
1 and set it to the position closet to
baseline A.
(Example] For a four arm horn. the angular shift per segment is 14.4°. The shift to the right is 90° - (14.4 x 6» = 3.6° To shift by the same angle in the opposite direction, use the opposite arm number. For a six arm horn, turn the arm counterclockwise and set arm 2 to
the position of arm 1. The adjustable angle is 60° - (14.4 x 4) = 2.4°.
Arm 3 shift 4.8° to the right, arm 6
shifts 2.4° to the left, and arm 4 shifts 7.2° to the right and left.
fre-
Fig.
10
• Furnished swing arm B is conveni­ent when the neutral position of the swing lever is shifted approxi­mately 1/3 as shown in Fig. 11.
• Open the rear cover of the trans­mitter, and replace as shown in
Fig.
13
Fig. 11
Fig. 13
Furnished.
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