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Futaba 3PKS 3-Channel Black Super Synth/No Servos 75MHz
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Manufacturer Stock#
FUTK2055

 
Stock Number
LXLXS4
Stock Status

Discontinued


   
 

Tech Notes
 
NOTES FROM OUR TECH DEPARTMENT

     This is the Futaba 3PK Synthesized Super Pistol Grip 3 Channel Radio
               with the 75MHz R303FHS Synthesized Receiver.

FEATURES: Upgrades over the original 3PK include; Expanded Driver Menu, with "New Driver" "Race-Ready" and "Expert" menus and a mid-level "Big" menu for drivers of 1/5 scale and larger vehicles Redesigned Keypad, with jog button giving access to four different directions by moving button left, right, up or down and then pushing in Vibrating Alert System, functions like a timer to let driver know when to bring a nitro car in for a pit stop or check battery life of electric model Increased Model Memory, 20 models also compatible with CAMPac module that adds another 10 models Throttle Mode Select, choice of two servo neutral points 70/30 for nitro models and 50/50 model for electrics R303FHS synthesized receiver has Auto Detection that indicates if transmitter is in Hi-Response or FM mode when turned on

Features unchanged from the original 3PK include; APA (Advanced Positioning Adapter) for customizing balance and wheel position Large Backlit LCD Screen with adjustable contrast and 128 x 64 resolution "Direct Select" single button access to 8 preassigned functions Adjuster feature restores compromised settings to factory default Assignable switch and dial functions 10 Digit Model and user naming: English or Japanese characters PCM/PPM/HRS Selectable with 3-ch adjustable FailSafe for PCM/HRS 3 Function selection modes (New User, Race Ready Driver and Expert provide 1/2/3 menus of features for just the right fit!) PLUS the direct selection 2-key menu to up to 6 functions. Steering Dual Rate and Dual Rate 2, both adjustable while driving Servo display to show all 3 servo positions for easy setup/diagnostic Anti-Skid Brake System (ABS) (Keeps tires from skidding, or locking-up, even on nitro cars) (with 5 adjustments) Throttle Acceleration (decreases lag time before clutch or brakes are engaged) Steering and throttle exponential (3 forward expo types) end point adjustments for all 3 channels (EPA/ATV) Steering and Throttle servo speed limiters Brake mixing for 1/5th scale cars with separate front and rear brakes System adjustments for back lighting, pilot lamp color, home display Servo Reversing Idle-up for easy starts and engine cut for boat engine shut off Start (Preset throttle start control. Limits throttle at the beginning of a race to give smoother acceleration and less wheel slip.) (similar to traction control on 3PJS) Advanced timer w/100 lap recall & trigger activation Trim/dial function selection (can assign different functions to the different trim controls and dials) Subtrim adjustments Step trim adjustments (allows changing of trims in finer increments) Programmable mixing Tilt mixing for adjusting the trim tabs with the 3rd channel on boats Third channel assignable to any dial/switch/trimmer/mix MC-SETUP function for HRS receivers to properly setup ESCs ADJUSTER function to manually calibrate trigger and wheel

EQUIPMENT FEATURES: Optional DSC cord support for operating receivers without transmitting LARGE REAR Facing LCD plus Seven Color Pilot Lamp for easy ID. One Year Warranty Digital trim with reset Left Hand reversible Steering wheel tension adjust (can be adjusted without opening radio) Trigger stop function (mechanical ATL) and programmable ATL Display switch (allows functions to be set without transmitting) Audible, adjustable alarm tone and lap counting tones Headphone jack for hearing the alarm tones at a noisy track

INCLUDES: 3PK Super Transmitter with FSS module and antenna R303FHS 75MHz Synthesized Receiver, FUTL7620 Transmitter NiCd NT8F700B FUTM1462 Switch Harness FUTM4350 Offset wheel adapter and screws Instruction manual and warranty card Mini screwdriver FUTM5685 Allen (hex) wrench Charger FBC-19B(4) FUTM1830

OPTIONAL: * Campac 16K, 10 Model Memory (FUTM9405) * DSC cord-To use the DSC function use-DSC Cord FUTM4245 * MC SETUP cord * Dry cell transmitter battery case (FUTM1563)

REQUIRES: Digital servos (if using in HRS mode) Receiver NiCd battery

SPECS: Operating System: FM/PPM, HRS_FM or PCM1024 switchable Transmitting Frequency: 75MHz Power Supply: 9.6V NiCd Current Drain: 250mA or less

75MHz R303FHS Synthesized Receiver Length: 1.56" (39.5mm) Width: 1.09" (27mm) Height: 0.57" (14.5mm) Weight: 0.60oz (17g) Receiving Frequency: 75MHz (channels 61-90) Intermediate Frequency: 455kHz Power Supply: 6.0V (NiCd 5 cells) Current Drain: Approx. 95mA

COMMENTS: Radio is sold without servos, REQUIRES DIGITAL SERVOS ONLY and 6V when using an HRS receiver. Non-digital servos are fine on PPM/PCM

jxs 2/15/06 updated jpg 4/5/06 updated rda 9/8/06

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CHAMPAIGN, IL 61822  

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