SBD-3
S.BUS Decoder
Channel Setting
Channel Setting
ESC connection example
ESC connection example
Servo connection example
Servo connection example
Instruction Manual
If you want to change the output channel
from CH3. The equipment by which a
channel set is possible.
[Channel change device ]
●
CIU-2/3
USB adapter
(SBD-Link
software for setting
)
●
T6K, T10J, T12K, T14SG (V4.0-), FX-
22 (V4.0-)
*
SBD-Link
software can be downloaded
from the home page of your region's Futaba
importer.
Refer to each manual for how to change.
Follow the same procedure as for changing
SBD-1. The SBD-1 has three connectors,
each of which sets a CH. For SBD-3,
change the CH with the Sx1 setting.
1M23N37701
The SBD-3 is a converter
for using conventional
servo/ESC with the S.BUS
system.
S.BUS/S.BUS2
S.BUS/S.BUS2
3CH
3CH
When an S.BUS servo was
connected, that servo will
operate as a conventional
servo. However, it operates
on the channel set at the
servo connector of the SBD-3
instead of the channel set at
the servo itself.
O n l y o n e s e r v o c a n b e
connected.
S.BUS/S.BUS2
PWM CH3
Sx2
Sx1
Sx1
Sx3
The SBD-1 has three output
ports.
The output port of SBD-3 (this product)
corresponds to Sx1 in the SBD-1 setting.
Change the channel of Sx1.
SBD-1
SBD-3
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Thank you for purchasing the
SBD-3. Before using your new
SBD-3, please read this manual
thoroughly and use the SBD-3
properly and safely. After read-
ing this manual, store it in a safe
place.
Appllcable systems
S.BUS/S.BUS2 receiver
Use :
S.BUS / S.BUS2 to PWM
converter
Length :
238 mm (9.4 in)
Weight :
4.7 g (0.17 oz)
Operating voltage :
DC3.7 V to 7.4 V
(Acceptable: DC3.5 V to 8.4 V)
Precautions
Precautions
WARNING
Failure to follow these safety precautions may
result in severe injury to yourself and others.
In order to prevent any short circuits,
please observe the polarity of all
connections.
Ensure that the unit is connected
properly to the receiver.
■
If the connector is disconnected during
flight, it becomes inoperable.
Ensure that the unit is mounted in an
area that will eliminate exposure to
fuel, water and vibration.
■
As with any electronic components, prop-
er precautions are urged to prolong the life
and increase the performance of the unit.
Allow a slight amount of slack in the
unit cables and fasten them at a
suitable location to prevent any damage
from vibration during flight.
Used in a set of Futaba S.BUS / S.BUS2
systems.
T o e n s u r e t h a t t h e S B D - 3 i s
functioning as desired, please test
accordingly.
■
Do not fly until inspection is complete.
When using analog servos, make
sure the receiver is in normal
mode.
■
There is the danger of erroneous op-
eration or damage on the FASSTest 12ch
mode / High-speed mode / S-FHSS.
Do not supply receiver power
from the ESC. When using the
receiver power supply type ESC,
remove the red (+) cord of the 3ch
wiring from the ESC so that the power
is not supplied from the ESC.
■
Use a dedicated battery to power the
receiver / servo.
D o n o t c o n n e c t a n S . B U S
connector of the SBD-3 to other
than an S.BUS connection port.
■
There is the danger of erroneous op-
eration or damage.
D o n o t u s e t h e S B D - 3 w i t h
anything other than an R/C model.
Futaba Corp. will not be responsible
for damage caused by combination
with other than Futaba Genuine parts.
SBD-3
SBD-3
Do not supply
receiver power
from the ESC. When
using the receiver
power supply type
ESC, remove the red
(+) cord of the 3ch
wiring from the ESC
so that the power is not supplied from the
ESC.
■
Use a dedicated battery to power the receiver
/ servo.
