Futaba 4PL Setup, Tips, Tricks & Help

[aaugman]

Originally Posted by greenjeeper92

whats the differences between 4pl and 3pm other then 3chl and 4 chl? I can run two esc's if need be with the 4pl

If you read this thread it will answer all your questions.

[Harley]

The 4PL should work great for everything you described. It will control all your basic functions and give you some room to play with your scalers. Now you can control winches and 3 speeds at the same time, or lights and winches, etc. The receiver cost on this radio is low which should help you convert to one radio easier. The model memory limit is escaping me right now but may be something you want to look at. The RC4WD radio doesn't even come close to this radio. I would put it far below a TQ4 even. If you have more specific questions I can probably answer them better than something so broad.

Originally Posted by NeroWolfe

My question to you, Harley, is in your opinion, do you think this radio will be the best for all my rigs?? I have 6 scale rigs, some on road, 2 monster trucks, 1 comp rig, and some oldies but goodies. I don't run digs or dual esc's (yet) and I don't compete(yet). I primarily run 3speeds, winches, and lights at this point. I know this radio might be overkill for me, but I've ALWAYS had Futaba radios, and love them. The RC4WD 4ch crawler radio is enticing, but I know I'll miss the quality of Futaba.

[NeroWolfe]

Originally Posted by Harley0706

The 4PL should work great for everything you described. It will control all your basic functions and give you some room to play with your scalers. Now you can control winches and 3 speeds at the same time, or lights and winches, etc. The receiver cost on this radio is low which should help you convert to one radio easier. The model memory limit is escaping me right now but may be something you want to look at. The RC4WD radio doesn't even come close to this radio. I would put it far below a TQ4 even. If you have more specific questions I can probably answer them better than something so broad.

Sounds like my wait is over. Thanks for the input. Be a curve stepping out of my Old Conquest 4 in my Bruiser!

[Harley]

Originally Posted by greenjeeper92

whats the differences between 4pl and 3pm other then 3chl and 4 chl? I can run two esc's if need be with the 4pl

It's hard to always compare this stuff. The 4PL will give you the 4th channel, only 4AA's, cheaper RX's, special programming for 4WS and dual ESC, etc. You really just have to read the thread and watch the videos. If it appeals to you I'd be happy to answer any specific questions.

[Harley]

Originally Posted by NeroWolfe

Sounds like my wait is over. Thanks for the input. Be a curve stepping out of my Old Conquest 4 in my Bruiser!

I don't even know what a Conquest is.

[greenjeeper92]

Originally Posted by Harley0706

It's hard to always compare this stuff. The 4PL will give you the 4th channel, only 4AA's, cheaper RX's, special programming for 4WS and dual ESC, etc. You really just have to read the thread and watch the videos. If it appeals to you I'd be happy to answer any specific questions.

so im debating either two fxrs or one fxr and a punk, my question is is that can i set the 4pl to run the front and rear and different percents that when i switch to front and rear to spin that when i go back to 4ws the percents stay the same?

also the 3pm response time is faster right?

[Harley]

Yes the mix percentages will stay the same. Also the 3PM uses the FASST system which is faster, you won't really notice the difference on a crawler though.

Originally Posted by greenjeeper92

so im debating either two fxrs or one fxr and a punk, my question is is that can i set the 4pl to run the front and rear and different percents that when i switch to front and rear to spin that when i go back to 4ws the percents stay the same?

also the 3pm response time is faster right?

[NeroWolfe]

Ain't she a Beaut!!!! Can't read the manufacture date, but I see a B.C. in it.

[clubby_you]

will the servo that comes with the 4pl work as a steering servo for my creeper..?
or should i be getting some titanium geared one

cheers doug

[greenjeeper92]

I dont think it comes with a servo

[Harley]

Occasionally there are packages available that will come with a servo. This servo will not have enough power however to be sufficient for a steering servo on a crawler.

[dirtworkshw]

Harley, how long will it last with 4 AA's? Is it possible to use lipo on this radio? I know this radio should be powered with 4 AA's (6V)...but any chance?

[Harley]

Originally Posted by dirtworkshw

Harley, how long will it last with 4 AA's? Is it possible to use lipo on this radio? I know this radio should be powered with 4 AA's (6V)...but any chance?

I haven't ran the batteries down yet to be able to tell you. With the difference in voltage a Lipo would not be a smart idea.

[duty]

Any idea of a US release date yet? I know they are available on ebay and other sites from over seas.

[dragrcr]

My lhs was told around the 24th

[greenjeeper92]

Originally Posted by dragrcr

My lhs was told around the 24th

can anyone back this up?

[ax-10 crazy]

Originally Posted by Harley0706

I haven't ran the batteries down yet to be able to tell you. With the difference in voltage a Lipo would not be a smart idea.

So what about life batteries? They have a lower voltage than lipos.

[Harley]

Originally Posted by ax-10 crazy

So what about life batteries? They have a lower voltage than lipos.

Yes you can select a 2 cell LiFe option within the radio's menu. Futaba has an optional LiFe battery available, the part number is FT2F2100B.

[ax-10 crazy]

Originally Posted by Harley0706

Yes you can select a 2 cell LiFe option within the radio's menu. Futaba has an optional LiFe battery available, the part number is FT2F2100B.

Great, do you know how long that might last either from this radio or another?

[Harley]

No idea what the power consumption of this radio is. No clue how long it will last. I didn't change the batteries when I got this one and I still haven' even noticed the voltage changing.