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Changing the RF Modulation
The T12FG transmitter is compatible with Futaba's TM-14 Module FASST 2.4GHz system.
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When switching from the existing MZ-FM module to the TM-14, the TM-14 to the MZ-FM module, or similar situation, it is necessary to reset the band accordingly.
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When using the TM-14 and Futaba FASST receiver, it is necessary to link the transmitter module to the respective receiver prior to using them for the first time. This process will only be
necessary the first time that these items are used. The unique identification code will be stored in the receiver.
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When using the TM-14 FASST system, the DSC function has been disabled as it is unnecessary. Futaba's FASST system will prevent any RF interference issues which might have arisen
in the previous RF modulation.
How to Set the Band
1. With the transmitter's power OFF, remove the existing RF module and
replace it with the TM-14 module.
2. Turn ON the transmitter's power switch. Since the RF module was
replaced by an RF module that varies from the previous settings, an
on-screen warning is displayed. To change the modulation settings,
push the EDIT button.
3. In the linkage menu, select the frequency setting [FREQUENCY], and
push the EDIT button. A message confirming the band change is
displayed. Press the EDIT button once again.
Please note: This will automatically select Futaba's FASST MULT setting.
If, however, you are using a receiver which employs the FASST
7-Channel settings, please see the section entitled Channel Mode
Selection which follows.
4. The band setting changes accordingly to reflect the selection of the
2.4GHz band. The display will return to the frequency confirmation
screen.
Range Check Mode Operation
The 'range check mode' reduces the transmission range of the radio waves to
allow for a ground range check.
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The range check mode, when activated, will continue for 90 seconds unless the user exits
this mode early. When the on-screen timer reaches zero (0), the RF transmission
automatically returns to the normal operating power.
Do not fly in the range check mode.
Since the range of the radio waves is short, if the model is too far from the transmitter,
control will be lost and the model will crash.
1. Turn ON the transmitter's power switch. Select 'NO' on the frequency
confirmation screen.
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For safety, the RANGE CHECK mode can not be selected while the RF transmission is
active.
2. With the system menu selected press the EDIT button, choose the
RANGE CHECK selection from the menu options and press the EDIT
button.
3. The RANGE CHECK screen is displayed. To activate the RANGE
CHECK mode select 'YES' and then press the EDIT button. During the
RANGE CHECK period, the RF power is reduced to allow the ground
range tests to be performed.
4. The RANGE CHECK mode is automatically reset after the 90 second
time limit has expired. The remaining time is displayed on the left side of
the transmitter's screen. Should you complete the range check before
the 90 seconds has passed, select 'EXIT' and press the EDIT button.
Pease note, upon expiration of the 90 seconds, or when 'EXIT' is selected,
the transmitter will automatically return to the normal RF operation as
noted on the display.
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Once the transmitter is transmitting the normal RF signal, it is not possible to enter the
RANGE CHECK mode once again without powering OFF the transmitter. This has been
designed to prevent a modeler from inadvertently flying in the RANGE CHECK mode. If
a longer period of time is needed, please turn OFF the transmitter and follow this
procedure once again.
5. When “EXIT” is selected and the EDIT button is pressed, the RANGE
CHECK mode is reset and radio waves are transmitted in the normal
mode.
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After the RANGE CHECK mode was reset, it cannot be selected again. To select the
RANGE CHECK mode again, turn on the power switch and start from the beginning.
Channel Mode Selection
When using the TM-14 RF module with the T12FG, there are two modes of
operation available: multi-channel mode (as utilized in conjunction with the
R6014FS receiver) and 7-channel mode (used for receivers such as the R617FS).
It is important to set the channel mode selection to match the receiver being
utilized in the model. Please refer to the chart below as a reference guide.
Receiver
Transmitter
R606FS
R607FS
R617FS
R608FS
R6014FS
Multi-ch mode
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Okay
TM-14 Module
7ch mode
Okay
Okay
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1. Access the frequency setting [FREQUENCY] in the linkage menu and
then press the EDIT button. The currently selected transmission mode is
displayed.
2. To change the mode selection, rotate the EDIT button to highlight the
current transmission mode. Press the EDIT button once again to switch
to the data input mode.
3. Rotate the EDIT button to change to the alternate transmission mode.
The new transmission mode will begin to flash in the display.
[FASST MULT] : Multi channel mode
[FASST 7CH] : 7 channels mode
