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Futaba

DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL
RADIO CONTROL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

FM

D60400

Thank you for purchasing a Futaba digital proportional

radio control set.

Please read this manual carefully before using your set.

FEATURES OF FP-5NLH

The FP-5NLH for helicopters is an FM proportional radio con-

trol set for helicopters with an ergonomic case crested as a
result of the exhaustive pursuit of easier operation. Newly de-
signed sticks for smooth and positive operation, servo revers-

ing switches for  a l l channels, aileron and elevator AST (Ad-

justable Servo Throw), pitch control trim, idle up, and other

innovations based on the opinions of many RC modelers.

TRANSMITTER FP-T5NLH

• Reliability substantially improved by using industrial robots to as-

semble the PC board.

• Servo reversing switch for each channel. Servos are reversed by using

this switch

• Aileron and elevator AST (Adjustable Servo Throw). Servo throw can

be set as desired.

• Easy-to-adjust two knob type revolution mixing. Throttle pitch con-

trol rudder mixing.

• Pitch control trimmer. Approximately 30% of the pitch control servo

throw can be trimmed, this allows optimum pitch control of the
model.

• Throttle hold switch and trimmer for auto rotation.
• This allows the Rotor r.p.m. to maintained at an effective control

speed, even when the pitch is reduced, allowing maneuvers which
were impossible in the past to be performed.

• Newly designed open gimbal sticks operate smoothly and reliably.

Spring tension mechanism allows adjustment of the operating feel of
the stick lever.

• Nonslip adjustable lever head allows adjustment of the stick length as

desired.

• Throttle ATL. Adjustable throttle limiter type throttle trim. As the

high side does not change even when the trim is altered, it is very

convenient when connecting the linkage, etc.

• RF PC board module system.
• Functional case, created as a result of the exhaustive pursuit of easier

operation, has evolved a thick case which fits into the palm of the
hand.

• Square level meter at the transmitter indicates the power supply

voltage.

• Excellent radiation efficiency, strong 8-stage telescoping antenna.
• Neck strap bracket provided as standard. Operation is easier if the

transmitter is hung from your neck by using the optional neck strap.

• Built-in NiCad battery.

RECEIVER FP-R107N

• Compact, high performance FM 7-channel receiver with PC board

space reduced to a minimum.

•Special IF amp for radio communications improves the effective

receiving range stability.

• Narrow band ceramic filter improves rejection of adjacent channel

interference.

• Futaba original squelch circuit reduces erroneous operation by weak

signals (when passing a dead point, etc.) and erroneous operation by

natural noise when no signals are being received.

• Large capacitor copes with voltage changes when a battery is used.
• Vibration-resistant pin connectors.
• Fiberglass epoxy PC board with thru-the-hole plating is vibration and

shock resistant.

SERVO FP-S130
SMALL, RUGGED, HIGH NEUTRAL SERVO

• Small, double ball bearing, water-tight & dusttight servo. High output

torque 55.6 oz-in (4kg-cm), high-speed 0.24sec/60°

• New indirect drive potentiometer improves vibration and shock resist-

ance and neutral accuracy.

• Futaba low-power custom 1C provides extremely high torque, narrow

dead band, and superior tracking.

• Fiberglass reinforced PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) injection

molded servo case is mechanically strong and invulnerable to glow
fuel.

• Strong polyacetal resin ultra-precision servo gear features 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 preven-
tion mechanism.

• Special grommet simplifies mounting of the servo and has an excel-

lent cushioning effect.

• Six special adjustable splined horns.

SET CONTENTS AND RATINGS

(Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.)

Transmitter

Receiver

Servo

NiCad battery

Switch

Others

PCM

FP-T5NLH x 1

FP-R107N x 1

FP-S130 x 4
NR-4J x 1

SSW-J
Charger, Ribbon, Spare horn. Mounting screw.

FP-5NLH

TRANSMITTER FP-T5NLH

2 stick, 5 channels w/servo reverse, aileron

and elevator AST, helicopter mechanism
72MHz band.53MHz band

FM (Frequency modulation)

9.6 volts NiCad battery (NT-8LP)

170mA (at 12V)

Operating system

Transmitting frequency
Modulation system
Power requirement
Current drain

RECEIVER FP-R107N

72MHz band .53MHz band

Receiving frequency
Intermediate frequency

Power requirement
Current drain
Dimensions

Weight

Receiving range

455kHz
4.8V, NiCad battery (common use with servo)
13.5mA (4.8V reception)
1.38 x 2.42 x 0.8 in (35.2 x 61.7 x 20.3mm)
1.55oz (43g)
550 yards (500m) on the ground, 1,100 yard

(1000m) in the air. [FP-T5NLH]
(at the best conditions)

SERVO FP-S130

+pulse width control

Control system
Operating angle
Power requirement
Current drain (IDLE)

Output torque
Operating speed
Dimensions
Weight

One side 45° or more (at idle)

4.8V (Shared with receiver)
5.0V, 8mA
55.6 oz.in (4kg-cm)
0.24sec/60°

1.52 x 0.77 x 1.36 in (38.5 x 19.5 x 34.5mm)
1.47oz (42g)

Summary of Contents for FP-5NLH

Page 1: ...and ceramic filter improves rejection of adjacent channel interference Futaba original squelch circuit reduces erroneous operation by weak signals when passing a dead point etc and erroneous operation by natural noise when no signals are being received Large capacitor copes with voltage changes when a battery is used Vibration resistant pin connectors Fiberglass epoxy PC board with thru the hole p...

Page 2: ...trimmer Revolution mixing down side ratchet knob down side knob Revolution mixing up side ratchet knob up side knob Knob which adjusts the throttle rudder mixing amount Approxi mately 70 mixing at the up and down sides Exclusively for rotor clockwise rotation The LOW side mixing amount from mid throttle hovering point position is adjusted and set with the down side knob The HIGH side mixing amount...

Page 3: ...al REV Reverse Pitch control servo reversing switch Rudder servo reversing switch Aileron servo reversing switch The tension of the stick lever spring can be adjusted Fig 9 Charging jack Battery charge jack for built in NiCad battery CHARGING OF TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER NI CAD BATTERIES Battery Charger Type FBC 8B 4 Recharge the receiver and transmitter NiCad batteries as shown in Fig 10 Notes 1 F...

Page 4: ...ns so that they move smoothly even when the trim lever and stick are operated simultaneously in the same direction Be alert for noise This set is noise resistant but is not completely immune to noise We recommend the use of noiseless parts When installing the switch harness cut a rectangular hole somewhat larger than the full stroke of the switch and install the switch so that it moves smoothly fr...

Page 5: ...t the speed is about the same as or somewhat slower than that when the idle up switch is OFF When the idle up trimmer is turned clockwise the speed increases When starting the engine and after use always set the idle up switch to OFF SLOW HIGH SLOW A Throttle servo B Throttle servo Aileron and elevator AST Adjustable Servo Throw The servo throw is changed within the range shown by the hatched line...

Page 6: ...w 0 ring Case mounting screw S130 Nameplale Part No FCS 30 FCS 30 FCS 30 S04130 139995 S02753 S91243 S02461 FGS 30 FGS 30 FGS 30 FGS 30 S02481 S02480 S02486 S90415 S90426 FSH 6W FSH 41 AS1220 S90045 FPC 8M S90410 J50085 S6010 To insure prompt service please follow the instructions given below 1 Charge the batteries for at least 18 hours prior to shipment 2 Return the system only Not your complete ...

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