Futaba SBC-1 - Manual

CAUTION
 Connect the servo and battery connector in the correct polarity. Connecting the power + and -
polarities in reverse by mistake may cause smoke, fire, and damage.
 Do not connect a device other than an S.BUS servo or S.BUS decoder to the S.BUS servo
connection port. If a conventional radio control servo is connected to the S.BUS servo connection
port, the servo may operate erroneously.
 Do not disassemble or modify this product. Futaba Corp. will not be responsible for any
disassembly or modification other than those specified by us.
Futaba Corp. will not be responsible for damage caused by combination
with other than Futaba Genuine parts.
S.BUS System
Channel Changer
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing an SBC-1, S.BUS *1 channel
changer.
This product is a tool for setting the channel to
S.BUS
servo and S.BUS decoder of Futaba S.BUS system.
*1 S.BUS: Serial communication system for Futaba R/C system
SBC-1
Before using your new SBC-1, please read this manual
thoroughly and use the system properly and safely.
After reading this manual, store it in a safe place.
1
Connect an S.BUS servo to the S.BUS servo
connection port ( S.BUS).
2
Connect a battery to the battery connection
port ( BATT.)
LED Status
Blinks slowly
(approximately 1
time/second)
When the CHANNEL SELECT switch
No. and the channel set at the
S.BUS servo are different.
Lights steadily
When the CHANNEL SELECT switch
No. and the channel set at the
S.BUS servo are the same.
3
Set the CHANNEL SELECT switch No. to the
channel you want to set at the S.BUS servo.
4
Hold down the set switch ( SW).
(Approximately 1 second)
* During channel setting, the LED blinks rapidly
(approximately 5 times/second) and then lights steadily.
* When the LED lights steadily, channel setting is
complete.
5
Remove the battery.
6
Remove the S.BUS servo.
Refer to the instruction manual of each device for
a description of the channel setting method of the
S.BUS compatible devices (S.BUS decoder, etc.)
other than a servo.
When channel setting cannot be performed
correctly because of improper connection of the
S.BUS servo or the S.BUS decoder, etc., the SBC-1
is in error mode and the LED continuously blinks
rapidly (about 5 times/second).
LED Status
Blinks rapidly
( a b o u t 5 t i m e s /
second)
When channel setting cannot be
performed correctly.
In this case, check the following:
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Meaning of Special Markings
Pay special attention to safety where indicated by the following marks:
DANGER Procedures which may lead to dangerous conditions and
cause death/serious injury if not carried out properly.
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
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.
 = Prohibited  = Mandatory
Usage Precautions
Name of Each Part and Accessories
Applicable items:
S.BUS servo, S.BUS decoder
[SBC-1 Ratings]
• Dimensions: 1.54x1.02x0.39in.
(39x26x10mm)
• Weight: 0.28oz. (7.8g)
• Power requirement: Ni-Cd, Ni-
MH 4 cells to 5 cells equivalent
battery (Futaba)
• Operating temperature range:
-10 to +45°
operation will become impossible. In this case,
reconnect the power source before reuse.
• C h a n n e l s e t t i n g c a n n o t b e p e r f o r m e d
simultaneously at multiple S.BUS servos. Always
connect only one S.BUS servo to the SBC-1.
If multiple S.BUS servos are connected using
a Y-harness, etc., channel setting will not be
performed at any S.BUS servo.
Channel select
switch
Set switch
Status display
LED (red)
Dust cover x2
(Vacant connectors)
S.BUS servo connection port
Battery connection port
CAUTION
 To prevent the entry of foreign
matter, do not remove the
connector dust cover of the vacant
connectors. Channel setting cannot
be performed at the connector under
the cover.
<Connector polarity>
(S.BUS)
(BATT.)
Signal
(white wire)
+ (red wire)
+ (red wire)
– (black wire)
– (black wire) (No connection)
<Accessories>
Mini screwdriver
• Use the miniature screwdriver to operate the
channel select switch and the set switch.
Instruction manual (this manual)
Channel Setting
Errors
Check items
• Is a battery connected to the battery connection
port?
• Is an S.BUS servo or S.BUS decoder connected
to the S.BUS servo connection port?
• Are the battery and S.BUS servo connectors
firmly inserted fully?
• Are the battery and S.BUS servo cables
damaged, broken, etc?
• Is the battery charged?
Precautions
• Do not connect the power source with the SW
pressed down. If the power source is connected
when the SW is pressed, the LED will light and