Product Review

The first Futaba surface system with telemetry!

Built on the success of the first radio ever to win the coveted "Basher-approved" award from BigSquidRC.com, the 4PLS adds the ability to read and display four critical racing data as you drive. You can also record them for later reference.

Telemetry is the biggest racing advantage the 4PLS offers. Others include user updatable software, 40-model memory, and more — all at the same affordable price as the original 4PL!

• 4-channel
• T-FHSS (telemetry), FHSS and S-FHSS capable
• Telemetry
• Digital trims
• 40 model memory
• 10 character model naming
• 10 character user name
• Large 128 x 64 dot backlit LCD display with contrast adjustment
• Alarm (adjustable)
• User updatable software (using CIU-2)
• Steering wheel/trigger adjustment
• Model data transfer
• Model copy
• Model clear
• MC LINK
• Fail-safe on all channels

System Overview

• Telemetry for Temperature, RPM, Rx Voltage, external voltage
• Telemetry data logging with adjustable download intervals
• Count up/down timers
• Lap timer
• 100 Lap memory
• Wheel/trigger tension adjustment
• Trigger position adjustment
• Display only mode of operation
• Steering/Throttle calibration menu
• Low battery alarm
• Dry cell, LiFe and NiMH battery compatible
• Built-in charge jack
• Inactivity alarm
• Adjustable trim steps
• Anti-skid braking system (ABS)
• Throttle acceleration
• Throttle speed
• Steering speed
• Idle up
• Throttle preset (hold)
• Trim switch/dial/switch assignability
• Mechanical ATL Adjustment
• Dual rates
• Exponential rates
• Servo reversing
• ATL
• Subtrim
• End point adjustment

Mixing Functions

• Brake bias mixing
• 4WS mixing
• Dual ESC mixing
• Gyro mix
• Programmable mixing

Includes Futaba 4PLS 2.4GHz T-FHSS Radio System, R304SB Receiver, On/OffSwitch, Mini Screwdriver, and Instruction Manual; Telemetry sensors not included. Requires 4 AA batteries for transmitter and servos of your choice.

Specifications

• T-FHSS/S-FHSS/FHSS Transmitter
• Transmitting Frequency: 2.4GHz
• Power Requirement: Four AA
• Current Drain: 150mA or less
• Transmission Antenna: 1/2 di-pole
• R304SB Receiver;
• Power Requirement: 4.8 - 7.4V battery
• Receiving Frequency: 2.4GHz
• System: T-FHSS (auto detection)
• Dimensions: 1.38 x 0.91 x 0.33" (35.1 x 23.2 x 8.5mm)
• Weight: 0.23oz (6.6g)

Notes

• The following sensors will work with this system: Temperature Sensor:FUTM0854; RPM Sensor: FUTM0852; Voltage Sensor:FUTM0855
• While this transmitter comes with a charge plug built in, it cannot be used unless you use part number HSP39615 and a charger that can have the charge current adjusted to 4.8Volts at 200mAh.