Yes the problem with just adjusting it with the rear mix percentage is that you can end up wasting a lot of time. Like you found, it is more simple to use the push button.
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Futaba 4PL Setup, Tips, Tricks & Help
- Thread starter Harley
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Yes the problem with just adjusting it with the rear mix percentage is that you can end up wasting a lot of time. Like you found, it is more simple to use the push button.
aaugman
Rock Crawler
This might be a stupid Q but are the prompts on the radio in English ? I think i might order one from R2 if they are in english.
Aussie Nerd
RCC Addict
Yes they are, so is the manual.
Kieren
Kieren
The language is selectable "thumbsup"
I'm hearing good things guys :ror:
We don't have anything solid yet but from what I heard today I am very hopeful. I like what they have seen.
When we have the info we will post it. I don't know a date, I don't have anything else I can tell you so any questions you have I won't really anwser at this time. Just thought I would let you guys know that they have listened "thumbsup"
We don't have anything solid yet but from what I heard today I am very hopeful. I like what they have seen.
When we have the info we will post it. I don't know a date, I don't have anything else I can tell you so any questions you have I won't really anwser at this time. Just thought I would let you guys know that they have listened "thumbsup"
Aussie Nerd
RCC Addict
Harley there is a servo style connection on the back of the radio somewhere, forget exactly were it is now though, and under it is has 'COM' any chance that a lead could be plug in there and run the radio update through that? I don't want to wait through 4 weeks of shipping alone to send it in, if an update happens.
Kieren
Kieren
No, any possible updates will be done through Futaba only.
blue devil toyota
Quarry Creeper
Harley,
I was going to send you a Pm, but it looks like you don't get them. Can you help me with this? http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showthread.php?t=280362
I was going to send you a Pm, but it looks like you don't get them. Can you help me with this? http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showthread.php?t=280362
losikid
Got Worms?
I bet you could but futaba wont say how or release the firmware out to the public.
It requires software that a no radio manufacture is just going to release. It's not like any other major radio manufacture does this either.
losikid
Got Worms?
Yea thats what i meant, futaba won't tell us how or give us the means of doing it. But that is what the port was meant for. Spectrum has ports as well for firmware upgrades and such. The biggest reason for this is so people can't screw up their radios and biggest reason is unlocking the options it can have. I am almost positive that the 4pl has the potential of the 4pk with upgraded firmware. I can take a cheap 80 dollar Chinese air radio and upgrade the firmware and make it as good as (and better than most) all the name brand radios. I am currently working on one of these trying to stuff it into a ground radio. I am not so good with digital stuff i just follow instructions, but i'm sure someone who is a electrical engineer can hack into this and get a hack firmware made up unlocking its full potential.
Actually that port has nothing to do with where the radio is updated. I know you are familiar the basics of how radios actually work, but I think you are far over stepping your knowledge range and making quite a few incorrect assumptions.
The COM port on Futaba radios are used in the MC LINK - ESC Link Function. You can use this to program compatible Futaba ESC's.
The COM port on Futaba radios are used in the MC LINK - ESC Link Function. You can use this to program compatible Futaba ESC's.
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Aussie Nerd
RCC Addict
I noticed the COM port was for ESC programming when I was reading the manual the other day. Anychance while they are doing a firmware update, make it work with tekin, so I can adjust settings while crawling? Now that would be cool"thumbsup"
Kieren
Kieren
Not a chance in hell.
Aussie Nerd
RCC Addict
There will be very few things the 4PL won't do, but here are some difference:
- The digs are actuated different (with or without an update).
- Response time on the FHSS system is slower than the FASST system.
- 4PL only has one program mix (not including the 4WS or Dual ESC).
- Wheel and buttons are non-adjustable and you can't use a drop down like the 4PK.
- 4PL uses 4AA's as opposed to the 4PK requiring 5 cells.
- RX cost is about half the cost for the 4PL.
There are more, and as I think of them I'll add to the list. Which I will copy to the first post.
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I have started to add important post links to the first post of this thread. You can refer anyone who has questions to the first post.
The standard noob question...
So I have to ask, and I hate to sound needy, but......
I've been in RC since '83, and have amassed an ARMY of radios to use in my 15 or so rigs. I just got the go-ahead from the Commander in Chief (my wife) to upgrade my radio(s). I've read, and read, and read. And I'm glad I waited this long, as this 4PL just might be what I've been looking for.
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.
I want to get down to one or two radios.. if possible, but know very little about these more complicated radios. Thank you for your time.
So I have to ask, and I hate to sound needy, but......
I've been in RC since '83, and have amassed an ARMY of radios to use in my 15 or so rigs. I just got the go-ahead from the Commander in Chief (my wife) to upgrade my radio(s). I've read, and read, and read. And I'm glad I waited this long, as this 4PL just might be what I've been looking for.
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.
I want to get down to one or two radios.. if possible, but know very little about these more complicated radios. Thank you for your time.
greenjeeper92
Quarry Creeper
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
