Go Back  R/C Tech Forums > General Forums > Radio and Electronics
Futaba 4PL + DSC cable >

Futaba 4PL + DSC cable

Community
Wiki Posts
Search

Futaba 4PL + DSC cable

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 10-16-2012 | 05:04 AM
  #1  
Thread Starter
Tech Rookie
 
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 4
Default Futaba 4PL + DSC cable

Hi,

I have a Futaba 4PL radio and I would like to know if there is any DSC cable to connect it to the computer to play a R/C simulator.

Thank you
monchipiri is offline  
Old 10-16-2012 | 06:19 PM
  #2  
The Captain's Avatar
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 966
From: Seatac/Tukwila WA USA
Default

Which simulator? I know some you just use your rx and connect the rx to the pc.
The Captain is offline  
Old 10-16-2012 | 07:29 PM
  #3  
Grizzbob's Avatar
Super Moderator
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 3,076
From: Sand Springs, OK
Default

Most people who want to use their TX as a PC controller use something like this: http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...mitter-Adapter . I have one myself & it works very nicely(though I wish it had a third channel to control extra game functions like a turbo boost or a hand brake, or a fire button, etc.)...
Grizzbob is offline  
Old 10-17-2012 | 02:32 PM
  #4  
Thread Starter
Tech Rookie
 
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 4
Default

Thanks a lot for the answers.

I'm trying to find something that I don't need to use the Rx, just something to connect the Tx straight to the computer.
monchipiri is offline  
Old 10-18-2012 | 06:41 PM
  #5  
The Captain's Avatar
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 966
From: Seatac/Tukwila WA USA
Default

Why not use the rx?
The Captain is offline  
Old 10-19-2012 | 12:32 AM
  #6  
Thread Starter
Tech Rookie
 
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 4
Default

Originally Posted by The Captain
Why not use the rx?
Because I don't like the idea to take it out from the car any time I want to play.

Do you know if there is any cheap Rx which works with the 4PL?
monchipiri is offline  
Old 10-19-2012 | 06:31 PM
  #7  
The Captain's Avatar
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 966
From: Seatac/Tukwila WA USA
Default

Try to find one used. What sim are you using?
The Captain is offline  
Old 10-20-2012 | 04:25 AM
  #8  
Thread Starter
Tech Rookie
 
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 4
Default

Originally Posted by The Captain
Try to find one used. What sim are you using?
Up to this moment anyone, but my idea is to use VRC Pro.
monchipiri is offline  
Old 10-20-2012 | 07:15 AM
  #9  
The Captain's Avatar
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 966
From: Seatac/Tukwila WA USA
Default

http://www.rctech.net/forum/radio-el...ontroller.html

Looks like if you can change the 4pl to ppm mode it will work, just set the rx mode to NORM.

This should work, you may want to post in the vrc forum for verification.
The Captain is offline  

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are Off



Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.