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Function Map

Steering EPA

Adjust the travel of the servo while operating
the steering wheel each way.

Range: 0 - 120%

(Left side)

(Right side)

Throttle EPA

Adjust the travel of the servo while
operating the throttle trigger each way.

Range: 0 - 120%

(Forward side)

(Brake side)

Adjust the travel of the servo while
operating the channel-3 switch each way.

Channel-3 EPA

Range: 0 - 120%

(Left side)

(Right side)

Channel-4 EPA

Adjust the travel of the servo while
operating the steering wheel or throttle
trigger each way.

INH (Special Mix) ACT

Range: 0 - 120%

(Left side: 4WD)

(Right side: 4WD, Brake side: BRK)

ABS Cycle Speed

OFF: Inhibited
FST: Active (fast)
MID: Active (middle)
SLW: Active (slow)

ABS function

(Selection key)

Model Name

(Selection key)

Model number

(1 - 0)

Model name

(Selection key)

INH: Inhibited
4WS: 4WS mixing
BRK: Brake mixing

(2 seconds)

Special Mixing Selection

(Selection key)

INH (Special Mix) ACT

Channel-4 Trim

Range:

L25 - 0 - R25
B25 - 0 - F25

(4WS mixing)

(Brake mixing)

(Selection key)

Throttle F/S Function

F/S position setting

Push the DT2 lever up or down for
about one second while operating the
throttle trigger to the desired position.

Sett

ng example

Throttle idle or brake

position

OFF: Inhibited
***%: F/S position

To Initial Screen

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Summary of Contents for 3PL-2.4G

Page 1: ...1M23N23002 3PL 2 4G 3 channel FHSS Radio control system for Cars INSTRUCTION MANUAL R Digital Proportional R C System ...

Page 2: ...pplication 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 R2004GF complies with part 15 of the FCC Rul...

Page 3: ...EV CH2 17 Channel 3 Servo Reversing REV CH3 17 Channel 4 Servo Reversing REV CH4 17 Steering End Point Adjustment EPA CH1 18 Throttle End Point Adjustment EPA CH2 18 Channel 3 End Point Adjustment EPA CH3 18 Channel 4 End Point Adjustment EPA CH4 19 ABS function ABS CH2 19 Model Name NAME 19 4WS BRK Mixing Selection SMX 19 Channel 4 Trim TRM 4 20 Throttle Fail Safe Function 20 MC230CR MC330CR 21 F...

Page 4: ...times Running behind large objects is not suggested Doing so may result in the reduction of the quality of the radio frequency link to the model For your safety as well as that of others please read this manual thoroughly prior to installation and operation of your digital proportional R C system Deﬁnition of Symbols The following deﬁnes the symbols used in this manual Explanation of Symbols ｎDANG...

Page 5: ...Should you lose sight of the model a collision or other dangerous situation may occur ｌ Do not operate near people or roads Do not operate on any pond when boats are present Do not operate near high tension power lines or communication broadcasting antennas Prior to the operation of any model be sure the area you plan to use is safe Be aware of all objects that may be in the path of your model Do ...

Page 6: ...rious burns ｎCAUTION ｊ When the charger is not in use disconnect it from the outlet This will prevent accidents overheating and short circuits Storage and Disposal Safety Precautions ｎWARNING ｊ At the end of a day s operation store the system with NiCd battery discharged Be sure to recharge the system before it is used again You should fully discharge your system s batteries periodically to preven...

Page 7: ...tery Electrolyte The electrolyte in NiCd 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 and injuries NiCd batteries can be very dangerous when mishand...

Page 8: ...SW GS x1 Miscellaneous Mini Screwdriver Servo mounting hardware and servo horns only w servo set Receiver R2004GF Servo S3003 S3050 Connectors 4 Channel 4 Servo CH4 3 Channel 3 Servo CH3 2 Throttle Servo CH2 1 Steering Servo CH1 B Power connector Link Switch LED Servo Horn Mounting Flange NOTE This Futaba FHSS system including the T3PL 2 4G transmitter and R2004GF receiver does not work with curre...

Page 9: ... select the desired function screen Steering Dual Rate Lever D R Adjusts the throttle in small increments so the model will not move at neutral Adjust the vehicle s steering sensitivity across the entire range Digital trim DT1 DT2 and D R operation Push the lever to the left or right up or down The current position is displayed on the LCD screen for about two seconds Each step is indicated by a to...

Page 10: ...ny short or long period of time always remove the batteries If the batteries do happen to leak clean the battery case and contacts thorough ly Make sure the contacts are free of corrosion Check Turn the power switch on the transmitter to the ON position Check the battery voltage display on the LCD screen If the voltage is low check the batteries for insufficient contact in the case or incorrect ba...

Page 11: ...s the pushbutton switch Checker LED Power switch Pushbutton switch MC230CR MC330CR Orange Blue Black Red Applicable motors Number of turns is criteria Use the MC230CR with a motor with 20T or more turns Use the MC330CR with a motor with 13T or more turns If a motor with a number of turns smaller than the above is used the heat protector and overcurrent protection circuit may operate The number of ...

Page 12: ...er place as shown in the ﬁgure Keep the antenna as far away from the motor ESC and other noise sources as possible Put the antenna in the antenna tube to protect it ｌ Do not cut the antenna Do not bend the coaxial cable Doing so causes damage Antenna tube Antenna Coaxial cable R2004GF CH1 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 B CH3 CH4 CH2 Connections when an E S C MC230CR or MC330CR is used Receiver Receiver Power Swi...

Page 13: ... heavy current loads at least 1 2 inch away from the receiver and the receiver antenna High frequency noise will cause a decrease in operating range and could cause loss of control ｊ Install electronic speed control heat sinks as well as other components that conduct electricity so they cannot come in contact with aluminum carbon ﬁber or other materials that conduct electricity If for example the ...

Page 14: ... needs to be used with another transmitter For T R set the link is already done at factory Link procedure 1Bring the transmitter and the receiver close to each other within one meter 2Turn on the transmitter and the receiver 3Push and hold the Link Switch of the receiver 4When the link is complete the LED in the receiver changes to solid green Please refer the table below for LED status vs receive...

Page 15: ...tting Set the steering angle adjustment function ATV to 100 and the ABS function and acceleration function to OFF using the transmitter throttle channel function If the steering angle is too large or the ABS and acceleration functions are on erroneous operation may occur When using the ABS function after setting up the MC230CR MC330CR stop the reverse function then turn on the ABS function If the ...

Page 16: ...ou install a servo always check to be sure the servo is at its neutral position Adjust the servo horn hole position and linkage so both are parallel When a servo saver is used place it as close to center position as possible Be sure the steering trim on the transmitter is at the neutral position 90 90 Parallel Servo Saver Direct Servo Saver Horn Trim Operation And Maximum Travel Changing the trim ...

Page 17: ... in the current selected model memory is erased Throttle Servo Reversing REV CH2 Channel 3 Servo Reversing REV CH3 Channel 4 Servo Reversing REV CH4 NOR Normal REV Reverse Selection key Throttle Servo Reverse This function reverses the rotation direction of the throttle servo This function reverses the rotation direction of the channel 3 servo NOR Normal REV Reverse Selection key Channel 4 Servo R...

Page 18: ...teering linkage does not bind or come in contact with any suspension parts or arms If unreasonable force is applied to the servo the servo may be damaged and result in loss of control ｎWARNING ｊ Be sure that the linkage does not bind or come in contact with any parts or arms If unreasonable force is applied to the servo the servo may be damaged and result in loss of control Throttle End Point Adju...

Page 19: ...ctive fast MID Active middle SLW Active slow ABS function Selection key This function simulates a full size car s antilock braking by pulsing the brake on and off rapidly Model stops as rapidly as possible without skidding The cycle speed can be selected from FST MID SLW Model Name NAME Model Name Selection key Selection key Model number 1 0 Model name T h i s f u n c t i o n p r o v i d e s a 3 c...

Page 20: ...erse phase up side and same phase down side can be switched Linkage at 4WS function selection 1 After connecting the linkage use the servo reverse function to change the direction of operation of the front and rear wheels so that it is the same mode as the operation mode reverse phase same phase being selected 2 Thereafter use the end point adjuster to adjust the left and right steering angles Bra...

Page 21: ...ay Reverse operation set Single blink Single confirmation beep Only brake operation set Off On On Off Off Double blink Two confirmation beeps Blinks Confirmation beep also sounds Confirmation beep only sounds when the motor was connected High point Neutral point Brake MAX point Becomes brighter nearer the high point Becomes brighter nearer the brake MAX point Not used with PCM receivers When the t...

Page 22: ... current position is displayed on the LCD screen for about two seconds when each digital trim is operated Push the DT2 lever up or down for about one second All data stored in the current selected model memory is erased NOR Normal REV Reverse Selection key Channel 3 Servo Reverse NOR Normal REV Reverse INH Special Mix ACT Selection key Channel 4 Servo Reverse Function Map s0RESS THE SELECT BUTTON ...

Page 23: ...e 0 120 Left side 4WD Right side 4WD Brake side BRK ABS Cycle Speed OFF Inhibited FST Active fast MID Active middle SLW Active slow ABS function Selection key Model Name Selection key Model number 1 0 Model name Selection key INH Inhibited 4WS 4WS mixing BRK Brake mixing 2 seconds Special Mixing Selection Selection key INH Special Mix ACT Channel 4 Trim Range L25 0 R25 B25 0 F25 4WS mixing Brake m...

Page 24: ...ital servo Power requirement 6V common with receiver Current drain 8mA at 6V Idle Output torque 6 5kg cm 90 3oz in at 6V Operating speed 0 16sec 60 degree at 6V Size 40 0x20 0x38 1mm 1 57x0 79x1 50in Weight 49g 1 72oz E S C MC230CR MC330CR Electronic speed control Operating system Forward reverse and brake operations are all linear Power requirement Nicd battery 6 7 cells 7 2 to 8 4V PWM frequency...

Page 25: ...ntacts are bent and not making good contact Dirty contacts Clean the contacts and check for corrosion Receiver Battery Dead battery Replace or recharge Wrong polarity Check connections Antenna Near other wiring Move away from wiring Was antenna cut Request repair Is the antenna installed correctly Refer to the receiver installation Monitor LED Check the LED of the receiver Refer to the How to link...

Page 26: ... unknown reason an audible alarm will sound and RF will be displayed on the LCD screen Please request repair from the Futaba Service Center LCD screen Error Displays ｎWARNING ｊ When a low battery alarm is generated cease operation immediately and retrieve the model If the battery goes dead while in operation you will lose control ｎWARNING ｊ When a backup error is generated immediately stop using t...

Page 27: ...d the Warranty card When requesting warranty service send the card or some type of dated proof of purchase Hobby Services U S only 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 U S A Phone 217 398 0007 www hobbyservices com When requesting repair Copyright 2010 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permission The contents of this manual are subject to change without p...

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