User manual FUTABA TM-14 RF

[. . . ] Unlike 72MHz equipment, they're not as vulnerable to vibration. Using less foam lets them operate cooler -- which is a plus for all electronics. Tip: To keep the receiver cooler use small foam blocks (like standoffs) so that there is an air channel around the receiver. Shade your model from sunlight when not flying. [. . . ] · F/S and Battery F/S function · Size: 2. 06 x 1. 48 x 0. 63 in. (52. 3 x 37. 5 x 16. 0 mm) · Weight: 0. 72 oz. (20. 8g) Mark Special Markings; Pay special attention to the safety at the parts of this manual that are indicated by the following marks. [Symbol] ; Prohibited ; Mandatory Meaning Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition and cause death or serious injury to the user if not carried out properly. Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition or cause death or serious injury to the user if not carried out properly, or procedures where the probability of superficial injury or physical damage is high. Procedures where the possibility of serious injury to the user is small, but there is a danger of injury, or physical damage, if not carried out properly. R6014FS Receiver ©Copyright 2007. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permission. The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. While this manual has been carefully written, there may be inadvertent errors or omissions. Please contact our service FUTABA CORPORATION Phone: (043) 296-5118 Facsimile: (043) 296-5124 Makuhari Techno Garden Bldg. , B6F 1-3 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba 261-8555, Japan ©FUTABA CORPORATION 2007, 12 (1) · Factory use only. (DATA connector) -4- -1- Installing the TM-14 Module and R6014FS Receiver Attachment of the Module CAUTION Be sure to turn off the power of the transmitter before you install or replace the module. should begin to blink momentarily before turning to a solid green light. If not, power down the transmitter and turn it on once again. Ensure that the two receiver antennas are kept as straight as possible. This will allow you to obtain the maximum effective range from your model. 2 3 R6014FS LED indication Green Off Solid Blink Red Solid Off Off No signal received Signal received, normal operation Reciever is receiving signals but the ID is unmatched Unrecoverable error (EEPROM, etc. ) Status 1 Prior to attaching the module to the transmitter, it is important that the transmitter's software is updated accordingly. To obtain the software update, please follow the instructions that accompanied your respective transmitter. Update the transmitter as per the instruction manual. Additionally, this update will also include written instructions on the operation and use of the TM-14 module and R6014FS receiver. As such, we strongly suggest that you read them carefully before proceeding. While it is unlikely that the existing transmitter antenna will interfere with the radio frequency transmission of the TM-14, we suggest not installing it in the transmitter as a precautionary measure. Next, with the transmitter's power off, remove the existing transmitter module and install the TM-14 module with care so that the connector pins of the transmitter won't be damaged. Turn on the transmitter's power and switch the RF b a n d t o 2 . To d o s o, please follow the instructions that were included in the software update. With the receiver on, the LED on the receiver start green blinking. This means the receiver is detecting the TM14's RF signal but the ID code is not linked yet. Press and hold the Easy Link button, located on the top of the receiver, for approximately two seconds and release it. [. . . ] This will also protect the receiver from any fuel or exhaust residue which can work its way into the fuselage. 1 After the TM-14 module has been installed into the transmitter, using the aforementioned steps, turn on the transmitter and activate the RF transmission according to the transmitter's instruction manual. The LED, located on the rear of the TM-14 transmitter module, 1 If everything operates correctly, return to the model. Set the transmitter in a safe, yet accessible, location so it will be within reach after starting the engine or motor. Be certain the throttle stick is in the low throttle position, then start the engine or motor. [. . . ]