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
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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
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FP-S9301
$3301
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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
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=|
|
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:
oo
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.
i
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.

FUNCTIONS AND SETTING METHOD
MFunctions convenient when running
(functions corresponding to the conditions of the course and machine which change periodically during a race)
Steering CH1
(4) Steering one-touch trim
Neutral
adjustment
when
running
Neutral trimming
(left and right
Press the button of
the direction to be
adjusted.
© Steering dual rate
Setting minimum
turning radius
matched to the
course
MOTT
Small k#—— —>| Large
20~100% Steering angle adjustment
(left and right
simultaneously)
© Wheel angle adjuster
Changing the
steering wheel
operating
angle
small
Angle adjustment
(60° -76°)
Large
Servo travel does not change.
AUX CH3
mM Reversing switch (CH3)
Reversing BEY
the servo
direction A
of operation
Reverse
| | Servo reverse
Throttle CH2
@ Throttle one-touch trim
Neutral
adjustment
when
running
Neutral
Neutral trimming
(high and low 20 steps)
Press the button of
the direction to be
adjusted.
© Adjustable throttle limitter
Brake
amount
Neutral
adjustment to
match the A:
state of the © side
course Brake side steering
angle adjustment
* One-touch trim
@ Continuous shift function
When the button is pressed
continuously, trim moves continuously
in that direction.
@® Neutral reset function
When the two direction buttons are
pressed simultaneously for about one
second, trim returns to neutral.
* For the mixing function, trim the AUX (CH3) servo with the © AUX trimmer.
When 4WS function used (CH1—CH3)
MmDk 4WS mixing
a) (k) g
(Switch setting) / t [2] Medium steering
MIXING r— MIX l operating angle
saas on E ~
SET | A
à
ea
g ijl fo i E
3.T.S/4WS OFF O, Adjust the mixing
ne the same amount.
i i phase > opposite [3] Large steering operating
un) phase point. angle
m
[1] Small RENN ee angle
When boat mixing used (CH2—CH1)
MmMmDk Boat mixing
] MAX speed
oO) W fer
, dE |
(Switch setting) m— MIX —4
MIXING L IMIT RATE
i
OO.
w side High side MAX MAX
Adjusts the
mixing direction
and amount
} Medium speed
Adjusts the mixing
| | start point
in)
[3] Slow speed
ica)
Mixing
maximum
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FAIL SAFE FUNCTIONS
[Note] The in the figures correspond to part names
Fail Safe Function That Protects
Unforeseen Accidents
(foldout).
the R/C Car Against
@lt is recommended that the F/S function be set when interference may be received during
practice runs, etc.
Receiver battety
voltage drop
RUNAWAY
[A] Fail safe (F/S) function
The F/S function prevents the vehicle
from running wild when the receiver
cannot receive the signals from the
transmitter because of noise or
interference.
It moves the throttle servo to the
preset position.
is held.
(All channels)
movement in
HOLD mode.
High side
Throttle
servo
[B] Battery fail safe (B. F/S) function
The B.F/S function prevents the vehicle from
running wild when the receiver battery voltage drops.
It moves the throttle servo to the preset position.
WF/S function setting MEF/S function release MEB.F/S function setting
Release the F/S function.
MF/S-HOLD switch
EE Select the function.
m F/S-HOLD switch
i
HOLD (2 s
OFF
Set to the HOLD
position.
F/s
Set to the
FS position
HOLD (F/S
OFF.
Set the throttle position
i) Fail safe set button
Set the throttle
trigger to the
desired position.
(Slow side)
Either F/S or
B.F/S can be set,
but the throttle
position set last
by F/S or B.F/S
is memorized.
|
FAIL SAFE
SET Press the FAIL SAFE
@ SET button
The set contents are memorized even
if the battery is changed.
-
HOLD state
The state immedia-
tely befor the inter-
ference was received
There is no servo
E Select the function.
PREVENTION !
CAUTION
| @When using an FET amp, turn off
the F/S function.
@Also turn off the F/S function when
using an penlight battery as the
receiver battery.
»
When interference
not received
When interference received
F/S function off
HOLD state continued.
l
l
l
F/S function ı Returns
operating state | to normal
F/S function Moved to the preset l operation
on. position | automati-
ı cally.
Slow side
the Throttle S
servo
Other channels are in
the HOLD state.
B. F/S function
operating state
Moved to preset
position.
B. F/S function
on.
vehicle quickly.
|
|
|
, Recover the
I
| If the voltage
Slow side
Throttle >)
servo
Other channels are
operative.
drops farther,
| the vehicle can-
not be controlled.
|
WB. F/S function release
Release the B.F/S function.
™mB.F/S ON/OFF switch ™B.F/S ON/OFF switch
BAT Fe
an)
DAT lS
ON
if Set to ON position.
OFF
Set the throttle position.
Set to the OFF
position.
(Same as F/S
function setting.)
The set contents are memorized even
if the battery is changed.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
PCM/PPM switching
HM When optional Futaba FM receiver used
Transmitter
setting
@When
switched
to
the
PPM
position,
an
M PCM/PPM switch
optional Futaba FM receiver can be used
instead of the conventional FM system.
When switching this switch, turn off
PPM
the transmitter power switch. If the
_ power switch is not turned off, PCM— Pe Eg en UPLOAD goin gs RE ey ge ee ae
PPM and PPM-—PCM switching cannot However, the F/S and B.F/S functions cannot |
Poem
be performed. be used.
Recommended receiver FP-R103F
(small 3-channel FM receiver)
DSC (Direct Servo Control) function
WUse this function when wanting to adjust
your vehicle without turning on transmitter
during meets and races or when the same
band is used.
CAUTION
@When using this function,
always turn off the transmitter
power switch.
Set using an FET amp Other sets
Steering servo Steering servo
ee €
ea
¢
m Steering servo
= Throttle servo Nicd battery pack (4.8V or 6V)
= AUX servo or penlight battery (x4)
=è Battery/DSC cord
DSC jack

USING THE ACCESSORIES
WHook band
When the hook band is used, grip is stable and operation is easier.
i Install the hook band. Ea Fasten with the hook band.
Sir
Hook band installation fixture
Magic tape (Velcro)
W Grip adapter
Use the grip adapter, as preferred.
Fit the grip adapter to the set.
Grip adapter
WESPLINED HORN
neutral position at the servo horn relative to baseline A. turn the arm
side.
Setting and shifting the neutral position.
a) Angle division
~ l
Baseline A
1
2!
ee
To shift the holes center line to the
right (clockwise) relative to baseline counterclockwise and set arm 2 to
A. shift arm 2 to the arm 1 position the position of arm 1. The adjusta-
and set it to the position closest to ble angle is
1) The number of segments per spline the basline A. 60°-(14.4° x 4)=2.4°
is 25. The amount of change per [Example] For a four srm horn, the Arm 3 shifts 4.8° to the right, and
segment is 360+25=14.4". angular shift per segment is 14.4’. 6 shifts 2.4° to the left, and arm
2) The minimum adjustable angle is The shift to the right is 4 shifts 7.2° to the right and left.
determined by the number of arms 90°—-(14.4°x6)=3.6
or number of axes of the holes. To shift by the same angle in the |
For four arms, opposite direction, use the opposite
360° (25x4) -3.6 arm number. |
' Number of divisions _ For a six arm horn, to shift the holes
@SPLINED SERVO HORNS
HORN A HORN B HORN C HORN D
(FSH-6X) (FSH-6S) (FSH-6R) (FSH-6W)
HORN G

USING THE ACCESSORIES
Mi Digital Proportional Frequencies (FOR U.S.A.)
@The frequency of Futaba digital proportional sets can be changed within their own band. There are 2 different
bands for you to choose from (27 MHz and 75 MHz.) Please see chart listed below for specific frequency and
its intended use. Please note there are specific frequencies allocated for aircraft only and surface only use.
@The frequency can be changed within the same BAND by using a precisely matched pair of Futaba crystals.
However, Futaba recommends that you return your system to our factory service department for frequency
changing, as tuning may be necessary for proper operation. Changing frequency from one band to another is
NOT possible.
@ Always change frequency flag when frequency is changed. The frequency flag is to be attached to the top of
antenna and the channel designation to the base. (See Drawing)
@ İt is illegal to change crystals on 75 MHz bands inthe U.S.A.
MAntenna Frequency Flag
The flag can be attached
to, and removed from,
the antenna with one
touch.
Attach the frequency flag to the flag holder
as shown in the figure.
WFrequency Channel No. Flag Color (FOR U.S.A.)
26-27 MHz—Aircraft/car/boat
Color
26.995 Brown
27.045 Red
27.095 Orange
27.145 Yellow
27.195 Green
27.255 Blue
72 MHz—Aijircraft only
72.030
*72.070
* 72.110
* 72.150
* 72.190
* 72.230
* 72.270
* 72.310
* 72.350
* 72.390
50/53
MHz—Aircraft/car
boat—
*
72.430
Fcc Amature License required
(2 and 3 channels not produced o
on
these
frequencies.
)
75
MHz—Car/Boat
only
50.800
50.840
50.880
Channel No.
RCOO
RCO2
RCO4
75.430
75.470
75.510
75.550
75.750
75.790
75.830
75.870
50.920 RCO6 75.590 * 75.910
50.960 RCO8 * 75.630 * 75.950
75.670 * 75.990
75.710
Color
53.100 Black—Brown
53.200 Black—Red
53.300 Black—Orange
53.400 Black—Yellow
53.500 Black—Green
53.600 Black—Blue
53.700 Black—Violet
53.800 Black—Gray * Effective JAN 1. 1988

NOMENCLATURE
Steering one-touch
trim
Neutral
9
Wheel angle adjuster
- &
Page
One-touch trim neutral position setting
a
m o g
a
When the two direction buttons are
pressed simultaneously for about one
second, trim returns to the neutral
position. Pilot lamp
The center (green) one-touch trim
LED lights.
Wheel tension
adjuster
Throttle one-touch
ATL knob
AUX knob
Normal settings
Level meter
RF module
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Tesna
@
© (w/protection cap)
(6) (w/protection cap)
Reference
page
Power switch
One-touch trim LED
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A
—
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Adjustment
screwdriver
Sub trim |
EXP Center
| ATV (right side) roxy
Sub trim O
E =
DSC
jack
©
ATV
(high
side)
re
oa
©
ATV
(low
side)
Ol
oF sate sor boron |
MIX rate trimmer N
2 O
© Center
erste: 22s
Steering
Battery cover
(side)
Throttle
EXP SUBTRIM
switch
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Reversing CH NORM | | a
F/S-HOLD switch |HOLD |
B. F/S ON/OFF switch
PPM/PCM switch |PCM
PRESET BAT.F/S
ON
Setting switches
(panel)

NOMENCLATURE
(6) (the other side)
Hook
Normal setting | |
MOY
Fully right
Charging jack
(w/protection cap)
©| Steering D/R
Throttle ,
neutral
adjuster
Reference
page
Throttle lever
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(x)
K?
X)
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Hook band installation
fixture
@ Level meter
Volt
deoi
When
the
pointer
enters
the
the
red
oitage
display
zone,
change
the
battery.
. When the level meter pointer does not deflect,
RF output display check the RF module connection.
@ Pilot lamp a a
—_———— | Pilot lamp Lights when the power switch is on.
When the lamp blinks, change the
Battery alarm battery.
: Lights at DSC operation. (When using
DSC display DSC, turn off the power switch.)
Fail safe data automatic | Blinks off momentarily every 60 seconds when
transmission display F/S data transmitted.
@One-touch trim LED @® Buzzer
000080000 Neutral (green)
Display example 000086000! ~ Ztimes
The relationship between the Ogg0c@dn003~4”
number of times the steering
one-touch trim right side 0 0 0 0 0 6 e 0 0 5~67/
button is pressed and the 0 0 0000 8007~87
LED display position is shown
When a trimmer on the panel is set, the buzzer
sounds when “O” point is passed. “Peee:::---”
When a swich which enables a function is
Operated, a buzzer sounds. “Peee:::::-”
When the battery alarm is generated, a
buzzer sounds. “Pee, Pee, Pee,”
at
the
right.
oo0g0g00ee0
3-107
@—
on
OO000000BO!II~I27
O-
of
OOD00008813~147
ODOO0UUDOB15~207
When the power switch is turned on
while the fail safe set button is being
pressed, the buzzer stops sounding.

SERVO EXPLODED VIEWS
FP-S9401 EXPLODED VIEW FP-S9301 EXPLODED VIEW
[No.| __—-Partname | Part No. | No. Part name
| 1 | Uppercase | S05770 | [1 | Uppercase | 505770 |
|_2 | Middle case | 805780 | 2 | Middle case $05780
3
| 4 | Ball bearing L1060 | 804130 | 4 | Ball bearing L1060 | 504130 |
5 | Potentiometer 139995
| 6 | VR drive plate | 802753 | | 6 | VR drive plate | $0275 |
7 | Coreless motor $91267
| 8 | Piniongear | 802605 | | 8 | Pinion gear S05530
| 9 | Phillips flat head screw16X25 | J51008 | 9 | Phillips flat head screw 1.6X2.5
|10 | 1st gear | 502780 [10 | 1st gear | S502751 |
| 11 | 2nd gear | 802471 | | 11 | 2nd gear $02471
|12 | 3rd gear | 50807
[13 | Finalgear | 502809
|14 | 2nd shaft | $0135 | | 14 | 2nd shaft $01351
| 15 | Intermediate shaft | 504287 | | 15 | Intermediate shaft $04287
| 16 | Spacer washer | S02486 | 16 | Spacer washer S02486
[17 | Seal ring | sogas | [17 | Seal ring | 809415
[18 | O-ring ss S947 [18| O-ring | s9047
| 19 | Splined hornD | 801239 | 19 | Splined horn D $01239
Binding head tapping Binding head tapping
20 ee eon | 6204 | screw 2.6 X10 blask epee
| 21 | 59401 AMP. S150 | AS1340 | 21 AS1339
|22| Grommets | 890045 | |22| Grommet | 590045
| 23| 3PBG-WRB-300 | AT2238
O-ring for 1.6¢ screw
J5008. 25 | Phillips pan head screw 2X27.5 | J50085
26 | $9301 nameplate $60191
$05820
Middle case
Metal bearing, outer | S504136 _|
Metal bearing, inner
[Motor ss 912499 |
| Motor pinion | 802788 |
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FP-S9601 EXPLODED VIEW
[No.| __ Partname __| Part No. |
| 1 | Upper case | 805970 |
|2 | Middle case | S05980 |
| 4 | Bearing L1060_ | 804130 |
| 5 | Potentiometer | i39665 |
| 6 | VR drive plate | 305625 |
7 | Motor
| 8 | Motor pinion _ _ |
g S02761
[9 |istgear
|10 | 2ndgear | S802762 |
[n | 3rd gear | 802761 |
[12 | Final gear | S$ 02763 |
| 14 | 2nd shaft $04285
Splined horn D S02767
ae Binding head tapping 385178
screw 2.6 X8
S9601 AMP.
[19 | Grommet | $ 90045 |
No. O type 3 pan head
20| Crew Mead | YOOO
| 21 | S9601 nameplate $60193
SERVO EXPLODED VIEWS
FP-S3301 EXPLODED VIEW
Part name
Upper case S805940
FA
|2 | Middle case | $05950 |
11 | Seal ring | s9045 |
15 | Intermediate shaft
|16 | Pin 1.6 X12 black
Binding head tapping
screw 2.6 X12 black
$01351
$01239
J55147
Binding head tapping
screw (2) 2x5
|24 | O-ring for 1.6¢ screw
| 25 | S3301 nameplate
$60190
SERVO HORN MOUNTING SCREW PRECAUTIONS
Horn mounting screws table
nor mounting . Dimensions
2.6x6 | S133, S143 series
S129 series !
$130 series, $9101, S5101
S128 seres |B i119
$132 series
S135 series
S138 series
S148 series
$231S series, $9201, $9301, $9401
2.6xX10
$136G
2.6X12 | S134 series, $3301
' 9.0
' 9.0
Note
@Use 2.7 m/m tapping screw.
Nis
Nic
Non-waterproof type B
Waterproof type A
@if screws longer than necessary are used, the final gear may be destroyed or the potentiometer may be destroyed or may fall out.