FUTABA FP-3PB User manual

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DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL
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CONTENTS -
FEATURES Heese: 1
CONTENTS AND RATINGS..-2
PCM1024
@PCM 1024 system is a high-resolution, BEFORE USING-::----------------- 4
fast-response 3-channel digital
proportional R/C set for experts. BASIC SETTINGS © 6
@This digital propo-tional R/C set FUNCTIONS AND |
is for land (moto car, engine car) SETTING METHOD ==» U UUT Y 8
and water (moto! boat, engine
boat) use. FAIL SAFE FUNCTIONS -------- 10
RECOMMENDED USAGE EXAMPLES-3
OTHER FUNCTIONS -------- 11
| USING THE ACCESSORIES----12
NOMENCLATURE (FOLDOUT)--:-14
SERVO EXPLODED VIEWS: :--16

Thank you for purchasing a Futaba digital proportional R/C set.
Please read this manual carefully before using your set.
The last page of this manual is a three-page foldout showing the name of
each part of the transmitter.
Unfold this page when reading this manual.
Three-page foldout
ABBREVIATIONS
ATL {ADJUSTABLE THROTTLE LIMITTER PCM : PULSE cope MODULATION
EXP EXPONENTIAL PPM :¿ PuLsE Position MODULATION
ATV £ ADJUSTABLE TRAVEL VOLUME MIX £ mixine
D/R : DuaL Rate DSC | DIRECT SERVO CONTROLLER
AUX ¢ Auxiuiary T. Ș {TWIN servo
F/S : FAIL SAFE AWS 14 WHEEL STEERING
B-F/§ : BATTERY FAIL SAFE

FEATURES
eSet data is not @RF module.
destroyed even x @ High-resolution and fast
when the battery 9 response obtained by PCM1024
is changed. system.
@ Full fail safe functions.
@ Miniature, lightweight
PCM receiver.
@ One-touch trim
Positive operation
by beep sound
® Full mixing functions.
@ New high-starting-torque
servo
@EFT amp for experts (motor car
set only). |

CONTENTS AND RATINGS
FP-3PB for |FP-3PB for engine} FP-3PB for
Pistol grip 3-channel transmitter
@FP-T3PB @FP-TL-FM Transmitting frequency :
E (x1) (x1) 27, 29, 40, 72 or 75 MHz band
ie] 27, 29, 40, 72 Modulation : FM-PCM/PPM
DL or 75MHz Band switching
£ 3 Power requirement : Penlight battery
EO x7 (10.5V) or 9.6V Nicd battery
HE pack
JA Current drain : 200mA
Fo
Miniature 3-channel PCM receiver
Receiving frequency :
27, 29, 40, 72 or 75 MHz band
Intermediate frequency : 455kHz
Power requirement : 4.8V or 6V
Current drain : 16mA
Dimensions : 42.7 x28.7 x 16.0mm
(1.68x1.13x0.63in)
Weight : 21g(0.740z)
Receiving range : 300m on the
ground (differs with the
surrounding conditions)
Antenna length : 50cm (19.5 inches)
@FP-R113iP
(x1)
Receiver
FP-S9601
@FP-S9301 @FP-S3301
Control system : + pulse width
control 1520s neutral
Operating angle : One side 45° or
more (including trim)
Power requirement : 4.8V or 6V,
shared with receiver
Current drain : 12mA at 6V (idle)
Output Operating
torque speed
FP- 2.4 e 31x16x30.2 31
$9601 33.3) 0158/60" i 22x0.63x1.19) 09
FP- 3.2 e 40.5x20x35.5 50
16 l g
$9401
(44.4)
003/60
(1.59x0.79X
1.40)
(1.76)
Steering
Dimensions Weight
@FP-S9401
oe
FP-
5.0
g
nogygqr
40.5x20x35.5
50g
(
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9228/00
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(1.761
FP- 8.0 e §9.2X28.8X49.8 94g
FP-S9301
$3301
gig
0195/00
eat
13x14)
13.32)
FP- 1.8 _ 37X18X30.5 32g
$132H 2n 0.13S/60° (1.46x0.71%1.20) 11.13)
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kg'cm mm
(0z*in) (in) (02)
Operating system : Forward only,
w/electronic brake
Power requirement : 6cell—1200 or
7cell—1200 Nicd battery pack
Regulator output : 6V/2A (max)
Continuous current (8 mins rating) : 35A
FET ratings
eee max current 210A
Instantaneous max current 1260A
Loss resistance : 0.0035 (FET
rating)
Dimensions : 38.5 x 40.3x15.5 mm
(1.52x1.59x0.61 in)
(excluding cords)
Weight : 42g (1.48 oz)
@FP-MC116
FET amp
@Receiver
switch
SSW-GS(*x 1)
@Receiver switch SSW-GS
(x1)
@Transmitter battery holder @T3PB hook band @Servo horn bag
8P-BH (w/dummy) @Ribbon bag or
Flag bag
@Mini screwdriver
for adjustment
@Receiver battery
holder R2-BSS-
or Nicd battery pack NT-8LP B (particular set
(w/charger) only)
@Amp accessories
(packed in a bag)
Accessories
@1T3PB grip adapter
* Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

RECOMMENDED USAGE EXAMPLES
4ws eat)
control
@FP-S9601 or
FP-S132H
Steering servo
@FP-S9601 or
FP-S132H
Throttle servo or
motor controller
@Twin servo function
FP-S9601 (small type
priority) or FP-S9401 as
steering and AUX servo
*x Use the same
kind of servo as
twin servo.
@4WS function
FP-S9401
Description
of functions
pages 8, 9
servo (option)
m
Ir
9
x<
=
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@Penlight battery (X7)
Transmitter
@Penlight
battery (X 4),
NR-5PB or
NR-4NB
(Shared
with
drive
power
supply)
Receiver battery
However, except FET
amp set, Y harness
cord is also necessary.
DSC cord (Option)
DSC cord
@ Charger
Steering
Needle
control Throttle
@FP-S3301 or
FP-S9301x2 _
@FP-S9301 or
FP-S9401
@When brake servo added
FP-S9301
@When needle control
servo added
FP-S9401
@Twin servo function -
FP-S9301 or FP-S9401 as
steering and AUX servo: 7
xX Use the same kind of servo
as the twin servo.
(A Y harness cord does not
Description of have to be used with steering.)
functions
page 8
@NT-8LP Nicd battery
9.6V—500m AH
@NR-4NB (Option)
4.8V/700mAH
og ee
@NR-5PB (Option)
6V/450mAH
However a charger differs with
the input rating voltage.

BEFORE USE
MiLoading the transmitter battery
(penlight battery x 7) WChanging the RF MODULE band
Eae Insert the batteries into the holder. TE Remove the module.
Va Wi
je Penlight battery
| (x7)
eee Remove the module by pulling it
in the arrow direction while
pressing the tabs at both sides.
@Dummy ` \ [Pay careful attention
to the polarity]
/ @
@ Battery holder LA + and — are L é ZB
displayed on the S A Š A g
AS “a
s holder.
Load the holder into the transmitter.
i JZ
Change the crystal.
i
pii
Z i
Battery cover * Use a receiver and transmitter crystal pair. Always
use matched Futaba clystals.
When using a Nicd battery pack-
@Use the NT-8LP.
@Use the Futaba charger as the charger.
@Charging time : 15 hours.
Push in the module until the tabs at
both sides lock with a “click” while
being careful that the pins are
not bent.
|k However, wheh the battery pack has not been used |
| for some time, it may be necessary to charge and | Ly
| discharge two or three times, before you gain a full , Ze S
| carge even if charged for the specified time (15 hours) | l (SSE Ge ive
| or longer. Wes Za è
B 27MHz Band | 29MHz Band | 40MHz Band | 72MHz Band | 75MHz Band
RF module | FP-TL-FM-27 | FP-TL-FM-29 | FP-TL-FM-40 | FP-TL-FM-72 | FP-TL-FM-75
Receiver FP-R113iP-27 | FP-R113iP-29 | FP-R113iP-40 | FP-R113iP-72 | FP-R113iP-75
Crystal set FM 27MHz Band|FM 29MHz Band|FM 40MHz Band FM 72MHz Band|FM 75MHz Band|
coe es
@Change the receiver crystal at the same time. Use a transmitter and
receiver crystal pair.
@When changing the frequency band, use the combination shown in the
table at the upper table.
M@iReceiver and servos connections
Set using an FET amp
4WS or twin
servo use \
E A Throttle
* Use the same : : S Ser
kind of servo as AS PY oe
the steering servo cS AÀ N SEE E
as the twin servo. A
(Option)
4WS or twin
| servo use
=
Throttle
servo
|
ors
ee
= AUX servo Nied b l | as the steering
i Icd battery servo as the
=> Battery/DSC cord pack (4.8V twin servo.
. he ee —' | or 6V) Saree oie ope eS Ee
Drive Nicd battery pack or penlight battery ( x 4)
m Steering servo
Switch

BEFORE USE
Mi Receiver and servo precautions
® Operate each servo to its full stroke and check if the pushrod binds or is loose. Unreasonable force applied to
the servo horns is bad for the servos and will also cause the battery to run down quickly. Be especially careful
when using 8.4V.
@ Make the stroke of each control mechanism somewhat larger than the full stroke (including the trim component) of
the servo horn. Adjust the servo horns so they move smoothly even when the trim levers and wheel or trigger
are Operated simultaneously in the same direction.
@ Be alert for noise.
Always solder noise killing capacitors to the running motor. Otherwise, the receiving range may be shortened or
there may be numerous dead points. If vibration causes metal parts to touch, noise will be produced and the
receiver and servos may operate incorrectly. We recommed the use of noiseless parts.
@Just because the receiver antenna may seem long, do not cut it off or fold it back on itself. The receiving range
will be shortened.
Noise killing capacitor (ceramic capacitor 0.01 4f)
Install at these two places,
at least.
* The capacitor installation
method differs with the
motor.
receiver antenna
Solder to
motor case
Solder to motor
terminals
@When using a commercial motor checker, always disconnect the motor from the speed control and radio. If it is
not disconnected, the amp may be destroyed.
@lf the FET fins (metal part) of the FET amp touch the chassis made of aluminum, carbon, or other conductive
material, the FET may be destroyed. When installing the FET amp, be sure that it does not touch such materials.
@A spare horn is provided. Use it as required.
@ Use double-side adhesive tape so that the receiver is not exposed to direct vibration. Also, install the receiver so
that it does not directly touch the frame or other parts and does not move.
@ When the receiver is installed on*a boat or is used where it may be splashed with mud and water, place it in a
plastic bag and wrap a rubber band around the open end of the bag. After use remove the receiver from the bag
to prevent condensation.
@ After mounting is complete, recheck each part, then check the transmitting range by making the transmitter a
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. At this time,
place the vehicle on a stand, etc. so that it does not move.
@ The crystal can change from the outside of the receiver case. Always use a Futaba transmitter and receiver
crystal pair as the replacement crystals.
IMPORTANT : Receiver Antenna Routing
EXTEND WIRE AT LEAST 1” BEYOND TUBE
AND SECURE WITH KNOT
To obtain the best possible range (car to transmitter
distance) and reduce the possibility of interference, —— ANTENNA TUBE
please observe these antenna routing instructions.
Failure to follow these guidelines can result in loss ANTENNA SHORTENER
of control or limited range.
SERVO TAPE
1) NEVER cut your receiver's antenna wire.
Your system has been precisely tuned to the full
length of the stock antenna.
RECEIVER
2
<
Excess antenna wire should NOT be tightly
coiled. To safely store the excess wire make
an antenna shortener from a small piece of stiff
cardboard. This will provide maximum reception
and prevent tangling and breakage of the wire.
3) When routing the antenna wire to the antenna
tube keep the wire away from battery and speed
control wiring. The high power of the NiCd
battery creates electrical “noise” which can cause
interference.
SNOW IS WATER
Remember that operating your FX10 on snow
or in wet areas is not recommended. Melted
snow becomes water which will damage or short
out your system's electronics.
KEEP ANTENNA WIRE AWAY FROM POWER WIRES

BASIC SETTINGS
[Note] The function names in the figures correspond to the name of each part (foldout).
Motor
power
using
FP-MC116
FET
AMP
WTransmitter normal settings
@Throttle one-touch trim
=æ neutral
(LED display : Green)
r—ATV— EXP SUBTRM
LOW HIGH
Sead ke
One-touch trim neutral
setting method
PRESET BATE/S
MIXING ON ON
SET ON | PPM/ os á 2
REV
(ea
=|
|
AABAAGAS
.
ET sr TRM H i @Throttle neutral adjuster f GAGRB EEE Trimmers in
may be set to : arrow —
direction.
oxy
eE 2 ® ‘OC Selector
Wh th t di ti \\ T G or č h
en
the
two
direction
|
ANAT
\
switch
in
TRH
buttons are pressed simulta- lower
neously for about 1 second, 4 Select the easiest to use. position.
trim returns to neutral. a) <P
The center (green) one-touch
trim LED lights.
(the other side)
@®Steering D/R
| —y Fulty right
W Steering adjustment
1 Set the steering wheel and linkage direction. PF Set the linkage neutral position.
M Reversing switch (CH1) (a) Steering SUB TRIM
REV
Reverse
1
SUB TRIM
To reverse the direction of operation, . .
NORM.
flip the switch to the opposite side. [1] After adjusting the neutral position
of the linkage itself with SUB TRIM
in the center (O) position,
[2] trim with SUB TRIM.
Left Right
SACS]
Neutral
EESE
EEA
REE
> res
eas
Senos
X
s:
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SOS
es
oS
sates

BASIC SETTINGS
MEFET amp adjustment
Do not make these adjustments with the motor connected.
Turn fully clookwise.
Neutral .
Set the throttle trigger to the neutral
adjustment point and the set the neutral point of
the speed control by adjustins the
neutral trimmer until the monitor lamp
goes off. Then turn the neutral
trimmer a small amount from the
point at which the monitor lamp goes
off to ensure a positive neutral point. aca be
Set the throttle trigger to a little
High point before maximum speed, then
adjustment set the high point trimmer so
that the monitor lamp changes T
from green to red. maximum
speed
Adjust the power curve while
Power : running.
curve * More exact adjustment is possible by
. performing power curve adjustment
adjustment together with transmitter throttle
exponential adjustment.
CAUTION
@When using an FET amp, always turn off the battery fail safe function.
®When not running, always disconnect the drive Nicd
battery pack.
HMWith the adjustments made up to this point, now run the vehicle slowly and trim as described
on the next page.

FUNCTIONS AND SETTING METHOD
[Note] The functions in the figures correspond to the name of each part (foldout).
MiFunctions convenient at linkage adjustment * Make adjustments with the adjustment screwdriver supplied.
Steering
CH1
Throttle
CH2
©
Steering
sub
trim
©
Throttle
sub
trim
meee
Throttle
neutral
adjustment
SUB TRIM
O } Neutral trimming
Low High
© Throttle EXP
meaning SUB TRIM
neutral i
adjustment (A) Neutral trimming o i
Left Right
(b) Steering EXP
Throttle
characteristic
curve
adjustment
Steering EXP
characteristic
curve a Adjustment of
; p operation feel
adjustment < ; when running
Quick Mild
OO Steering ATV (right), (left)
Making the
left and right ee
turning ae ae Steering angle <
Throttle rise
characteristic
adjustment
A Throttle ATV
(low), (high)
Throttle brake
side and high
side steering
angle adjust-
ment
Low side
ATV Steering angle
LOW HIGH adjustment
tO) ( Oy) (Tom sde 0- 100% |
Narrow Wide Narrow Wide
adjustment
radiuses the $, 6. aa 36
r . ‘. eac =
same
O)
(TAS)
100%)
Narrow Wide Narrow Wide
M Reversing switch (CH1)
Reversing
the servo
direction of
operation
Reversing the
servo direction 1 Reverse
REV
of operation 1) Servo reverse
Servo reverse
@ Wheel tension adjuster tight
Heavy
@) Throttle neutral adjuster
Trigger 1/2 Trigger
Steering Changing the
wheel
spring
Spring
adjustment
adjustment Note) Adjust with
a small Phillips
screwdriver.
Weak Strong
neutral
position
\ Low
side
High |
side
M Preset switch
1/3
Making the
servo operation
low, high;
1:1 when
neutral
adjuster is
1/3
a 7 3CH
MMO twin servo mixing i
Steering
t = angle
MMDk brake mixing :
Brake
Y Brake servo Side
See ee as
LIMIT RATE ø
(Switch setting)
(Switch
setting)
~
R.
k;
y
MIXING
s
sit
Turned
fully
Adjusts
the
ON
~
|
BRAKE
ON
clockwise
mixing
amount.
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ti
S]
i
M
i
S
Af
Needle
control
servo
®
:
Ria
ee
nae
/@
{|
ay
y
MES
PNT
TRA
V
OFF
SN
AMIX
Pa
mT
:
EAU
|
i
i
LIMIT
RATE
ad
Adjusts
the
mixing
amount.
J
SA
:
Bal
m
Ae
N
\
At
MAX,
the
left
and
right
ey
{2
+
a
M
steering
angles
become
:
:
MAX
the
same.
Turned fully Adjusts the
counter clockwise. mixing amount.