When the ciu3 is first connected to the pc, once the ciu3 is connected to the pc, download the. Hi folks, steve kaluf here for futaba video update. Pc with usb type a port software can be downloaded free from. Gy520 ciu 2 ciu 3 usb adapter connect to the usb port on your pc. Ciu2 pc interface for gy520 mc850 601c 401cr multicolored. Ultra small and light weight gyro contained in one unitno separatesensor and control unitutilizes a high speed advanced pid proportionalintegralderivative control algorithmlatest mems microelectromechanical systems allows completecontrol system on one chipdelivers superior performance with analog servos and excels withdigital. Futaba ciu3 usb programming interface the ciu3 is a simple way to program s. Ciu 2 pc interface for gy520 mc850 601c 401cr futm0951 futaba. Futm0910 futm0950 futaba ciu2 usb pc interface buy now. Its cuttingedge mems micro electromechanical system sensor design, ultra highspeed processing speed and advanced pid control algorithm put it a quantum leap ahead of all.
This serial interface offers the same convenience as the standalone ciu2. Gy520 ciu2ciu3 usb adapter connect to the usb port on your pc. Requires pc with windows vista, xp, or 2000 operating system and usb port. Futaba gy520 gyro wheading hold futgt520 rc planet. Futaba ciu3 usb programming interfaceprogramming and. Futaba has provided two different ways to program the gy520s adjustable.
Stick angles adjust easily, to tailor the 18mzs feel to your hand. In this segment were going to be talking about the gy520 gyro. The included software setting for basic and advanced means if youre an intermediate pilot you can feel right at home with the unit, and conversely you 3d pilots can change parameters until your hearts content. This is the pc interface for the futaba mc401cr, mc601c futm0910 and the mc850c futm0950 programmable speed controls. Downloaded zip file extraction decompression p2 descriptionofthefunctionofeachparameterp9 gylinksoftwareusagemethodp5 ciu 2andg. Installing the ciu2 device driver a ciu2 usb adapter is necessary to execute this software. Directly, using the gy520s pushbutton and 2color led remotely, using a pc and the optional ciu2 usb interface. Futaba video update programing the gy520 gyro with the. A serial interface that works like futabas standalone ciu2 serial interface for programming s. To use the ciu3, driver software must be installed. Ciu2 pc interface installation instructions for windows 8. Setting data readreads the program setting data of. Its cuttingedge mems micro electro mechanical system sensor design, ultra highspeed processing speed and advanced pid control algorithm put it a quantum leap ahead of all other heading hold gyros in size, weight and performance.
Futaba has provided two different ways to program the gy520s adjustable settings. Ciu 2 and gy520 connection connect the receiver battery or a 5v power source to the sensitivity input connector of the gy520. Plug the usb interface into your pc, connect your radio equipment and go no driver installation required. Ciu3 or ciu2 optional pc cgy750gy701gy520 access is possible by the web extensions optional dsc cord for updates of 4pv optional or usb port 1. Below are the available upgrades files to allow you to use your ciu 2 interface adaptor with the latest futaba products. Ideal for use with the gy520 gyro and mc401cr, mc601 or mc850 electronic speed controls. The brand new gy520 gyro is the smallest and lightest helicopter heading hold gyro available. Use the ciu3 to update your futaba gyro and transmitter firmware just as easily. So, seeing as though futaba service sound like a bunch of paper pushing morons that actually only perform service by reading from a script, i ended up loading the software on my work machine that has xp. Amazing high performance and ultra lightweight in a postage stamp sized square makes this gyro the best choice for any machine from a 200 class electric to a 90 sized nitro machine. Futaba gy520 the smallest, lightest and most advanced gyro in the world. Futaba, distributed exclusively by great planes model distributors. Directly, using the gy520 s pushbutton and 2 color led remotely, using a pc and the optional ciu 2 usb interface. If you want to get up to speed fast on setting up the gy520 check it out.
The smallest, lightest and most advanced gyro in the world. If you are a cgy750 owner make sure to check that page in the next few days for the update, as well as in general to keep your futaba products up to date. Its cuttingedge mems micro electro mechanical system sensor design, ultra highspeed processing speed and advanced pid control algorithm put it a quantum leap ahead of all other heading hold gyros in size. Futaba ciu3 usb programming interface pciu3 ripmax ltd. The ciu 2 is only for use with futaba serial bus series servos s3171sb, s9070sb, s9071sb, s9072sb. Bus2 servos, as well as futaba gyros like the gy520. In this segment steve kaluf takes a look at using the gylink software to program a gy520 gyro. Note, you will need the separate futaba pc interface for gy520 ciu 2 usb adapter to use the gylink software. Using the connection cord connect the 3 pin connector of the ciu 2 ciu 3 to the rudder input connector of the gy520.
A tricolor lightemittingdiode led, which can glow red. If the gy520 is already mounted and wired to the helicopter, disconnect the receiver side of the connection cord connected to the rudder input connector and gy520 connect it to the ciu2 connector. Programming a 9z radio for helicopters video 12272008 06. Futaba ciu2 usb interface, new in box the futaba ciu2 is a simple hookup to sophisticated programming. When the ciu 3 is first connected to the pc, once the ciu 3 is connected to the pc, download the. Futaba gy520 rc heading hold helicopter gyroscope from. Ciu2 pc interface for gy520 mc850 601c 401cr futm0951 futaba.
There are a couple of more programming parameters available using the software. Futaba gy520 helicopter gyro wheading hold flyinggiants. Gy520 link ciu 2 and gy520 connection connect gy520, ciu 2 usb adapter and power supply as shown below. Installing the ciu 2 device driver a ciu 2 usb adapter is necessary to execute this software. This is the pc interface for the futaba mc401cr futm0905, mc601c futm0910 and the mc850c futm0950 programmable speed controls. Downloaded zip file extraction decompression p2 descriptionofthefunctionofeachparameterp9 gylinksoftwareusagemethodp5 ciu2andg. A tricolor lightemittingdiode led, which can glow red, blue, or violet, is located on the top left corner of the gyro case. The ciu2 is only for use with futaba serial bus series servos s3171sb, s9070sb, s9071sb, s9072sb.
The main topic that were going to be discussing is to see how you two and how to utilize this usb interface and the gy link software on the computer to set each of the parameters. This is the pc usb interface for futaba products, including the gy520 gyro and mc line of brushed electronic speed controllers. Its cuttingedge mems micro electro mechanical system sensor design, ultra highspeed procefirst outing, first winssing speed and advanced pid control algorithm put it a quantum leap ahead of. Connect the receiver battery or a 5v power source to the sensitivity input connector of the gy520. Just plug the usb interface into your pc windows 1087vista, install the software and your ready to go. Note, you will need the separate futaba pc interface for gy520 ciu2 usb adapter to use the gylink software.
If they dont have it you can also order from tower hobbies. Feb 09, 2010 in this segment steve kaluf takes a look at using the gylink software to program a gy520 gyro. Ciu2 pc interface installation instructions for windows 8 64bit software dear valued futaba customer. After installing the ciu2 software, please restart your pc again. When using the ciu3, please disconnect the other usb serial port devices from the usb port on your pc. Gy520 link ciu2 and gy520 connection connect gy520, ciu2 usb adapter and power supply as shown below.
Futaba ciu 3 usb programming interface the ciu 3 is a simple way to program s. Hi guys, good news the software to program the gy520 with a pc is now available. It may be small, it may be light, weighing only 10grams complete, but it performs brilliantly, no matter whether in. Ciu2 and gy520 connection connect the receiver battery or a 5v power source to the sensitivity input connector of the gy520.
Gy series technology revolutionized gyro performance in 2000 and the gy520 is doing it again today. When the ciu 3 is first connected to the pc, once the ciu 3 is connected to the pc, down. This software gives you access to additional gy520 features. To use the ciu 3, driver software must be installed.
When using the ciu 3, please disconnect the other usb serial port devices from the usb port on your pc. Ciu2 pc interface installation instructions for windows. Install the driver for the ciu 3 ciu 2 onto your pc. Below are the available upgrades files to allow you to use your ciu2 interface adaptor with the latest futaba products. For the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. Futaba gy520 heading hold gyro futm0810 helicopters. Apr 27, 2015 futaba ciu2 usb interface, new in box the futaba ciu2 is a simple hookup to sophisticated programming. Using the connection cord connect the 3 pin connector of the ciu2ciu3 to the rudder input connector of the gy520. This is the pc interface for the futaba mc401cr futm0905, mc601c futm0910 and the. Use with a fm system is strongly discouraged since interference can cause serious operational problems. So, seeing as though futaba service sound like a bunch of paper pushing morons that actually only perform service by reading from a script, i ended up loading the software on. Futaba ciu2 drivers dont work on vista 64bit rc groups.
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