FUTABA 16IZ User Manual

YourFutabaT16IZtransmitterprogrammingcanbeupdatedeasily
online.Whenfunctionsareaddedorimproved,theupdatefile
canbedownloadedfromourwebsite.Copytheupdatefilestothe
microSDcardandthenusethefollowingproceduretoupdatethe
program.CheckourwebsitefortheFAQregardingupdatingformore
information.
HowtoupdateT16IZ
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Note: If the battery fully discharges during
program updating, updating will fail. When
the remaining battery capacity is 50% or
less, always recharge the battery before
updating.
Note: The model data in the transmitter can
be used unchanged after updating, but to
be safe, back up the model data before
updating.
1. Download the zip file of the update data
from our website.
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3. The "FUTABA" folder will be created on your
computer.
4. Copy the "FUTABA" folder into your microSD
card.
Note: If the microSD card has already had
"another FUTABA" folder before you make a
copy, the "FUTABA" folder is OVERWRITTEN.
5. Insert the microSD card with "FUTABA" folder
that contained the update software into the
SD card slot on your T16IZ radio transmitter.
6. Turn on the transmitter power while pressing
down the "HOME/EXIT" button. The update
screen appears on the LCD display of your
T16IZ and the software update is started.
FutabaWEB
16IZUpdateZipfile
Download
Copythe"FUTABA"
folderintoyourSDcard.
InstalledmicroSDcard
oftheupdatefile
PresstheHOME/EXITswitchandturnon
Updating
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FUTABA 16IZ Specifications

General

Channels	16
Frequency	2.4GHz
Telemetry	Yes
Memory	30 models
Voice Alerts	Yes
SD Card Slot	Yes
Trainer Port	Yes
USB Port	Yes
Modulation	T-FHSS, S-FHSS
Display	Color LCD
Battery	2000mAh
Operating System	Proprietary

Summary

How to Update T16IZ Transmitter Software

Updating Procedure Overview

Step-by-step guide to updating T16IZ transmitter software using a microSD card.

Troubleshooting Software Updates

Addresses common error messages and provides steps for recovering from failed software updates.

T16IZ Software Update Changes Log

V3.2 Update Details

Fixes an issue where Vario Melody settings were not saved.

V3.1 Update Details

Resolves telemetry voice issues and model copy failures.

V3 Compatibility Enhancements

Adds compatibility with specific Futaba ESC models and telemetry functions.

ESC Telemetry and Alarm Settings

ESC Telemetry Display and Navigation

Explains how to view ESC status and navigate through telemetry screens.

Configuring ESC Alarms and Vibrations

Details setting up alarms for voltage, temperature, and throttle warnings.

GYA553 and SCORPION ESC Updates

GYA553 Gyro Holding Power Settings

Adds holding power adjustment for AIL, ELE, and RUD in AVCS mode.

SCORPION ESC Telemetry Support

Introduces support for SCORPION POWER SYSTEM ESC telemetry.