Futaba 9VHP User Manual

Futaba
DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL RADIO CONTROL
PCM1024H
PULSE CODE MODULATION SYSTEM
D60914
Thank you for purchasing a FUTABA
digital proportional radio control set
The last page of this manual
is a three-part foldout
Refer to this foldout when reading the manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES
SET CONTENTS..................... 3
RATINGS ......................... 3
RECEIVER Nicd BASIC TRANSMITTER T9VHP CONTROL . . . 7~9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TIMER ....................... 10-11
TACHOMETER ..................... 12
LOW BATTERY WARNING ..............
BACK-UP WARNING .................. 13
<SYSTEM PROGRAMMING>
EDIT PROGRAM KEY REVERSE
FAIL SAFE (F/S) ................. 14-15
ADJUSTABLE TRAVEL VOLUME (ATV) ..... 16
ADJUSTABLE FUNCTION RATE
DUAL RATE (D/R) ................ 18-19
END SOFT KEY ..................... 19
EXPONENTIAL
MIXING .......................... 22
PROGRAMMABLE
PITCH
PITCH CURVE
HOVERING PITCH/PITCH TRIM ......... 31
HOVERING OFFSET .................
WARNING:
The FUTABA PCM1024H system has numerous operating features and is designed for serious and experienced radio con­trol
hobbyists. Newcomers result in property damage and/or serious personal injury. Radio control model helicopters and airplanes are not toys. If you are new to the hobby, it is recommended that you contact your local hobby dealer regarding clubs and individuals offering advice and assistance to beginners.
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AND
BATTERY CHARGING
SERVOS
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(EXP)
MIXING
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to
the
(AFR)
hobby
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should
4~5
20-21
23-27
28-30
seek
6
12
13
14
17
32
advice
RUDDER MIXING (ROTOR DIRECTION, REVOLUTION MIX, ACCELERATION MIX,
RUDDER SWASH MODE
THROTTLE MIXING THROTTLE CURVE HOVERING THROTTLE
IDLE-UP 1, 2 ....................
THROTTLE RUDDER TO THROTTLE
(RUDDER^THROTTLE MIX) ............
TRIM PARAMETERS (SERVO TEST, MIXING MODE.
PCM/PPM, D/R SW DIR. COMBI SW)......... 46
MODEL SELECTION .................. 47
MODEL COPY ...................... 48
NAME . ......................... 49
SERVO (TEST RESET
SPLINED HORNS .................... 51
SOFT MAP 1 ....................
T9VHP TRANSMITTER CONTROLS SOFT MAP 2 SERVO EXPLODED VIEW
and
assistance
OFFSET)
(CROSS
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in operating this
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HOLD
(AUTO ROTATION) . . .
TRIM, TRIM MEMORY)
MODE)
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set.
Improper
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operation can
33-34
35-37 37-39 38-39 38-39
40-41
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54-55
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57
•FEATURES
The PCM1024H was specially-developed to meet the needs of the serious and demanding
R/C Helicopter hobbyist. Numerous features make th is system adaptable to a wid e variety of complex radio control helicopters and stunt and scale aircraft. This is the most advanced system available for FAI R/ C Helicopter (F3C) competition. The built-in microprocessor utilizing PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) makes this set very versatile and extremely noise and
deadpoint resistant.
Please read this manual carefully before using your set.
TRANSMITTER FP-T9VHP
• Programming data is displayed pictorially and graphically on a large, easy-to-read (Liquid Crystal Display) panel. Programming and Cursor keys allow convenient adjustment of aircraft functions.
•"1024" encoder format provides unexcelled servo reso­lution and response time.
•RF circuit and PCM transmission.
• Precise control is made possible by three dif­ferent endpoint adjustment functions: Adjust­able Travel Volume (ATV), Adjustable Func­tion Rate (AFR), and Adjustable Trim Rate.
• Dual R ates, Exponential, and Variable Trace Rate (VTR) functions provide unlimited flexi­bility
• There are many functions for collective pitch, throttle, and rudder, including four adjustable pitch and throttle curves (plus inverted pro­gram). Precise and convenient adjustments enable optimum helicopter performance.
• Four programmable mixing circuits allow many
diverse applications for the control of complex
helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.
• Four kinds of "swash plate mixing" are avail-
able for direct control and mixing of cyclic and collective pitch functions (CCPM).
•Programming for up to 6 different models (in-
cluding model name) can be stored in the trans-
mitter memory. Memorized
by a 5 year lithium battery.
• Accessory "Sub-Trimmers" ar e provided on the
transmitter front for convenient field adjust­ment of frequently-used functions.
•Trim rized by the Trim Memory Function, allowing
the to neutral. Neutral positions can be reproduced in the future, or copied onto another model program
Channel Resolution: New 1024 PCM
module uses a narrow
in
"fine
positions
trim
levers
if desired.
tuning"
aircraft
for
each
and sub-trimmers
band modulation
control
data is protected
model
can be memo-
to
be returned
LCD
response.
• The Tachometer function measures engine rpm by means of a built-in sensor.
• Speed (rpm) propellers.
• Dig ita l alarm/timer has mic timing modes.
• Integrating (Total transmitter
• Ball bearing open gimbal sticks, angled switches, and "human-engineered" transmitter case en­hance the feeling of comfort and precision in transmitter operation.
• "Quick Change" Nicd battery pack is easily accessable by means of a convenient panel the transmitter back.
• Power Off function turns off the transmitter power automatically if the controls are not operated for 30 minutes.
• PCM or standard PPM operation can be se­lected. (Allows operation of standard FM receivers on the same frequency.)
• DSC (Direct Servo Control): The allows on the transmitter. The voltage of the trans­mitter and receiver Nicd batteries can a lso be read simultaneously using the cord.
• Servo reversing is available on all channels.
•Auto
and rudder dual rate can be turned ON and OFF automatically, according to throttle stick position.
• Stick length and angle is easily adjusted.
• Knobs and levers are conveniently located for
adjustments of Idle-Up functions. Revolution Mixing, Hovering Throttle and Pitch, etc.
can be measured for 1 to 5 bladed
Up, Down,
Timer) timer monitors total
ON
time.
operation
Dual Rate:
of
all
servos
If
desired, aileron, elevator,
without
and Rhyth-
on
DSC
cord
turning
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RECEIVER FP-R129DP
• Extremely quick response, high resolution, and high reliability are achieved with a newly-
developed, low voltage PCM decoder.
• RF amplifier and monolithic IF amp designed
for high sensitivity.
• Dual conversion
narrow-band ceramic filter is immune to ad­jacent band interference (cross modulation interference, mutual modulation interference) and spark noise.
• Fail Safe and Battery Fail Safe functions
provide greater safety and reli ab ility.
"1991"
design with ultra
•Servo Hold function eliminates "glitches" during momentary signal losses or strong inter­ference.
• Gold-plated connector pins provide positive contact.
• DSC System: Operation of all servos is possible without turning on the tran smitter by connect­ing the accessory cord directly to the C termi­nal of the receiver.
SERVO FP-S9201
•High
torque
proof
servo Output torque 5 kg-cm (69.5 oz.-in.). Operat- ly strong and invulnerable to glow fuel . ing speed 0.22 sec/60 . • Strong polyacetal resin, ultra precision servo
• New indirect drive potentiometer improves gears ensure smooth operation, positive neu­vibration and shock resistance and neutral tral, and minimal backlash. precision tremendously. • Fiberglass reinforced epoxy resin PC board
• Futaba custom 1C provides high starting with thru-the-hole plating improves reliability torque, narrow dead band, and excellent against shock and vibration.
trackability. Neutral holding force is also im- • Seven special adjustable splined output arms. proved substantially.
and high speed water-and dust-
with
highest-quality
coreless
motor,
•Fiberglass terephthalate)
reinforced PBT
molded
servo
(polybutylene
case
is
mechanical-
•SET CONTENTS
Model
Transmitter
Receiver Servos Switch Nicd Battery
Misc.
Battery charger, extension cord, DSC cord, CHG adaptor, DSC-CHG cord, frequency flag,
spare
output
PP-9VHP
FP-T9VHP x 1
FP-R-129DPx 1
FP-S9201 x 5
SSW-J x 1
NR-4LBx 1
arms, neck strap,
•RATINGS
Transmitter FP-T9VHP Servo FP-S9201
Operating System : Two-stick, 9 Channel, PCM Transmitting Frequency: 72MHz CH.12— CH.56,
53MHz, and 50MHz
Modulation : FM-PCM/PPM selectable.
Power Requirement : 9.6 volt (8/500mAH) internal
Nicd battery
Current Drain : 230mA
Receiver FP-R-129DP
Receiving Frequencies 72MHz, 53MHz, and 50MHz
Intermediate Frequency 1st IF : 10.7MHz
2nd IF:455kHz
Power Requirement 4.8 volt Nicd battery (shared
w/servos) Current Drain 35mA (4.8V reception) Dimensions 60.3x37.8x24.1mm Weight 45g(1.6oz.)
Receiving Range 500m (1,500 ft.) ground
1,000m (3,000ft.) air
(When FP-T9VHP used under
best radiowave conditions)
Control System + pulse width control
Operating Angle Each direction from neutral —
Power Requirement 4.8 volt Nicd battery (shared
Current Drain 8mA at 4.8V (at idle) Output Torque 5 kg-cm (69.5 oz.-in.) Operating Speed 0.22 sec/60°
Dimensions 40.5 x 20 x
Weight 50g(1.8oz.)
Receiver and Servo
Voltage : 4.8V 1,000mA Dimensions : 56 x 67 x 14.8mm Weight : 1 20g (4.2 oz.)
screws
1520)iS neutral 45° or greater (including trim)
w/receiver)
35.5mm
Nicd
Battery Pack NR-4LB
Charger FBC-6B (2)
Input Voltage : 1 20VAC, 60Hz, 4W
Output Voltage : TX side 9.6V, 50mA
RXside 4.8V. 100mA
(Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.)
•RECEIVER AND SERVOS
Receiver, servo, switch, and battery connections The channel order is :
AIL Aileron ELV Elevator THR Throttle
RUD Rudder
(Tail rotor)
GER Retract gear
(Rate gyro output
switching)
PRECAUTIONS
•Connect
etc. as shown in the figure. Extend the trans­mitter and receiver antennas to their full length. Turn on the transmitter power switch, then turn on the receiver power switch. The servos will go to their neutral position. Move the transmitter sticks one at a time to check that each servo follows its control stick move­ment.
•Connect pushrods and linkages to the servos and check that the direction of travel of each servo matches the direction of movement of its control stick. If a servo does not move in the proper direction, use the servo reversing func­tion
Operate
for binding and/or excess slop in the linkage or pushrod. Unreasonable force on the servo arm may damage teries very quickly.
• Adjust servo output arms and aircraft control linkage as necessary so that each servo moves
smoothly throughout its full range of travel, even when the control stick and trim lever are operated simultaneously in the same direction.
•Bealert for possible sources of electrical noise.
This set is noise-resistant, less
•When
that the switch can move smoothly, to its full extent in each direction without binding.
Install the switch where it wil l not be exposed
to engine oil, dust, dirt, etc. The switch can be
installed inside the fuselage and operated from
the outside with a piece of wire.
Do NOT shorten the back along its length.
•When installing the servos, tighten the mount-
ing screws so that the rubber grommets compressed
(See
parts
is
installing
the
receiver,
page
14).
each
servo
to
the
servo and
recommended.
the
switch
slightly.
If
PIT Pitch
AUX1 Accessory 1 AUX2 Accessory 2 CH9 Channel 9
servos,
its
receiver
switch
full
extent,
will
but the use of noise-
harness,
antenna or
the
screws
(Collective)
harness,
and check
drain
make sure
are
too
the
bat-
fold
tight,
it
are
the vibration-dampening
effect of the grommets will be lost and servo damage may occur.
• The crystal can be changed without opening the receiver case. Always use a Futaba matched TX/RX crystal se t
to change frequencies.
• Extra servo output ar ms are supplied.Use them as needed.
• Use extension cords where necessary. RF "chokes" are not required with the PCM receiver.
• Wrap the receiver and the airborne battery pack separately in foam padding. Padding
should be wrapped loosely for maximum vibra­tion
protection. plastic bag and secure the end of the bag with a rubber band.
• Use the rubber bands wrapped around the receiver to hold the servo and s witc h leads.
•After installation and adjustments are com­plete, perform a range check by collapsing the transmitter antenna and extending the receiver to its full length and operating the transmitter from a distance of 60 to 90 feet from the receiver (aircraft). The system should operate normally at this range.
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Place
each
inside a waterproof
Pay careful attention to connector polarity
Pitch Servo (Collective)
Rudder (Tail rotor) Servo
5 servos supplied as standard
Throttle Servo
Elevator Servo
Extension
cord
Aileron Servo
Gear
(Rate Gyro
Output Switching)
Servo Neutral Trimmer
(rudder servo for
helicopter)
(This trimmer is operative even when the gyro control box power switch is turned OFF.)
Gyro
Gyro output
reversing switch
Gyro sensitivity adjustment trimmers
Gyro Control Box
Control Amplifier
Connector for 6V pack of five batteries Motor Regulator Power Supply (Insert t he jumper connector when power supply shared w/ RX.)
Jumper Connector
BATTERY
CHARGING
INSTRUCTIONS
(Transmitter
and
Receiver
Before operating your system, recharge the Nicd batteries as follows:
Nicd
Batteries)
Connect the DIN connector of the FBC-6B (2) battery charger to the transmitter charging socket, and connect the 3P connector to the airborne NR-4LB Nicd battery pack and plug the battery charger into a 120VAC outlet as shown in the figure.
•The
TX
and
RX
LEDs
light
to
show
that bat­teries are being charged. The Nicd batteries can also be charged through the DSC-CHG cord by connecting the CHG adaptor to the charger as shown in the figure. This allows the NR-4LB airborne Nicd pack to be charged without
removing it from the model.
•Normally recharge the battery for about 15 hours. If it has not been used for some time,
discharge and recharge it two or three times,
,TX (transmitter)
AC-120V
Charger FBC-6B (2)
RX (receiver)
then charge it a full 15 hours.
• The amount of operating time before the bat­teries must be recharged can be estimated by checking the integrated timer at the moment the TX battery alarm sounds (antenna ex­tended).
• Leaving batteries in the discharged state for a
long time will adversely affect their capacity
and life.
• The TX and RX Nicd batteries can be charged simultaneously or independently.
• A fully-charged TX battery can be used for about 10 flights of 10 minutes each. The air ­borne NR-4LB Nicd battery pack can be used for about 7 flights when 5 servos ar e used.
Make this connection when using the DSC.
DSC cord
Charging
socket and
DSC
connector
Receiver
• When the
DSC
cord is connected, the receiver power supply voltage is measured (no load).
The voltage is displayed
bv "Ex" on the lower right
side
of the
initial
LCD screen.
Female
NR-4J
Female
Install the accessory
DSC-CHG cord
(connector w ith tab)
to the side of
the aircraft fuselage
to use th e charging
and DSC socket.
DSC-CHG cord
Male
Female
• The DSC (Direct Servo Controller) system connects the signals from the transmitter directly to terminal C of the receiver through the DSC cord and controls the servos with­out transmitting radio waves. It is extremely convenient when other flyers are on the same frequency,
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Male
Female
CHG Adaptor
Female
Male
Cut here.
or during contests, etc.
•When the DIN connector of the DSC cord is connected to the DSC socket, the power to the encoder of the transmitter is turned ON auto­matically. The transmitter power switch is left OFF.
• When not using the DSC, discon­nect the DIN connector to reduce battery drain.
• To operate the servos, turn on the airborne switch, (only)
Female
•BASIC TRANSMITTER T9VHP CONTROLS
Refer to the fold-out illustration at the back of the manual.
Aileron Control (Right and Left Cyclic on helicopter) Elevator Control (Fore and Aft Cyclic on helicopter) Throttle Control (Throttle and Collective Pitch (T/C) on helicopter) Rudder Control (Tail rotor on helicopter) CH5 Switch Multiple uses depending on pro­gramming by modeler.
• Landing Gear (fixed wing aircraft)
• Rate gyro output sensitivity switching (heli­copter)
•COMBI Switch - Rudder offset, Idle-Up. and Dual rate can be turned ON and
OFF.
• Inverted flight switch
Hovering Pitch
Lever — left side of transmitter
CH6 Control Lever (In BASIC mixing mode)
Throw can be adjusted within this range with the lever when the throttle stick is in the neutral position.
Pitch control servo
total travel
CH7 Control Knob Pitch Trim Knob (If func­tion
activated) CH8 Control Switch COMBI Switch (if se­lected) - RUD offset, Idle-Up, and D/R ON/
OFF
Aileron Trim Lever
Elevator Trim Lever
Throttle (ATL) Trim Lev e r
Aileron Dual Rate ON/OFF Switch Elevator Dual Rate ON/OFF Switch Rudder Dual Rate ON/OFF Switch NOTE: Functions of the D/R switches can be selected, combined, ON/OFF directions changed, etc. (See
page 46) Revolution Mixing (Pitch ->• Rudder Mixing) UP Side Knob Revolution Mixing (Pitch -> Rudder Mixing) DOWN Side Knob
Idle-up 1 ON/OFF Switch Idle-up 1 Knob Idle-up 2 ON/OFF Switch Idle-up 2 Knob Hovering Throttle Trim Knob Throttle Hold Switch
Non-Slip Adjustable Control Sticks
The length of the control sticks can be ad­justed to suit operator preference.
Unlock
Parts A andB posite directions as indicated by the arrows, and adjust the control stick to the most com­fortable length.
by turning them in op-
Adjustable Stick Angle
The horizontal angle of the control sticks can be adjusted.
LOW
Servo travel by throttle trimming
12 Rudder Trim Lever 13 High Pitch
Trim
mitter
HIGH
Lever
— right side of trans-
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Phillips Screwdriver
Turn this screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
The open gimbal stick angle can be adjusted from about 3° to the inside to 4.5° to the outside by turning the adjusting screw as shown. Adjust the control stick to the most comfortable angle.
Transmitter RF Module
To remove the module, pull the module outward while pushing tabs toward the center.
Transmitter crystal.
To switch a frequency in the same band, change
this crystal.
72MHz Band 53MHz Band 50MHz Band
Transmitter Battery Pack Replacement and Spare Crystal Holder
Remove
battery
box
cover.
Lift
out
the
Nicd battery pack and disconnect the con-
nector.
the
A temperature
use is normal.
rise in the RF module during
Mini Stand
Use this fold-out Mini Stand as shown when laying the transmitter down. This makes operation easier and protects the transmitter and module.
Spare crystal holders
NOTE: Be careful not to drop the Nicd battery
pack.
Opening Trimmer Panel and Key Cover
Flip up with the tab
NOTE: Flip up at both sides with your
fingers. Do not try to open the panel at the center. The cover may be damaged.
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Screen contrast adjustment
Adjust the screen contrast with the special screwdriver provided. The contrast increases when the adjusting screw is turned clock­wise.
Monitor Lamps Sub-trimmers do not operate unless the pertinent
Functions of Sub-Trimmers
Sub-trimmers are located on the front panel to allow convenient trimming of programmed set ­tings on the field or during flight. Master the computer functions before using them.
T
H. HOLD Throttle hold (TH. servo)
position adjustment
RUD.OFFSET Rudder offset adjustment
NOR.PI.LO
IDL.UP1PI.LO Idle-up 1 low pitch adjust-
IDL.UP2PI.LO Idle-up 2 low pitch adjust-
HOLD Pl.LO.
RUD. -> THR. Rudder -> throttle mixing
HOLD.PI.HI. Hold pitch high side adjust-
function is set to
Normal pitch low side ad-
justment
ment
ment
Hold pitch low side adjust-
ment
adjustment
ment
The POWER Lamp lights when the transmit­ter power is turned ON. The ALARM LED Lamp at the right:
• Blinks off once per Safe data tr ansmission.
• Blinks on and off when an activated mix-
ing switch is ON (T. Hold, Idle-up, Invert)
• Lights steadily at all other times.
minute during Fail
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ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
•OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
• When adjusting and setting the transmitter functions, connect the receiver and servos, and make the adjustments while observing the operation of the servos.
• Alternatively, when studying the operation of transmitter functions, remove the transmit­ter RF module (to reduce battery drain). The effects of adjustments can be viewed on th e
SRV program screen (See page 50).
Set the power switch to the ON position. The standard screen shown below appears on the LCD display.
TIMER RESET KEYS
TACHOMETER
•Tx 10.1V Transmitter Voltage
• Ex 0.0V The receiver battery voltage can be measured by using the DSC cord supplied.
Pressing bot h keys simultaneously,
resets the integrating timer.
Display will read 0:00:00.
Integrating Timer display
TIMER
The TIMER function can be used to monitor flying time, fuel consumption, at contests, etc. Four different timing functions are available: Up Timer, Down Timer, Rhythmic Timer, and Total (Integrating) Timer.
Timer Functions
1) Up Timer This timer counts up from zero in 1 second steps. Its maximum count is 59:59.
When the alarm time is set, a buzzer begins to sound 10 seconds before the set time is up. The buzzer also sounds at each 1 minute
interval. When th e time reaches 59:59, timing restarts from 00:00.
2) Down Timer This timer counts down from the set time in 1 second steps. Operation is otherwise the same as the Up Timer.
3) Rhythmic Timer This is a 0.1 second cyclic timer. A buzzer sounds at each set alarm
interval. When the set alarm interval elapses, the counting automatically restarts.
4) Total (Integrating) Timer This timer records the total transmitter O N time. It is very useful for estimating remaining Nicd battery capac-
ity and monitoring total flying time. Maxi-
mum count is 59:59:59.
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Setting Instructions
1) Display the standard screen.
2) Reset the Total Timer by pressing the two
3)
Press
the
TIM
key. The TIMER program
played first.
4) Select the UP (Up), DN (Down), or RYT (Rhythmic) timer mode by pressing the program key. The exa mp le shown is for the Up Timer.
5) To set the alarm time, switch to the TIMER SET display by pressing the SET key. Move the cursor to the timer mode to be set usinq the
Set the alarm time with the program keys.
RES
program keys simultaneously.
screen
will
appear on the display. The
Up
Timer
cursor keys. Pressing the
will
be dis-
key will
When time and alarm setting is complete, return to the TIMER display by pressing the program key.
6) To start the timer, press the STA program key. The program key characters change to .When the key is pressed, the timer stops.
7) When the program key is pressed, the display returns to the standard screen. Timer Counting Range 1. UP/DN Tim ers 55min.59sec.
2. Total Timer 55 hrs. 59 min. 59 sec.
3. Rhythmic Timer 0.5 sec. to 59.9 sec. interval
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ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
TACHO METER Tachometer
The tachometer function is used to measure the speed on one to five-bladed propellers, etc. Speed (rpm) is measured up to a maximum of 50,000 rpm fin 20 rpm increments).
Setting Method
1) Display the standard screen, and press the program key.
2) Press program key to to select the number of blades.
Ex: for a two-bladed propeller.
Measure
3) sensor on the transmitter (center of the left
the speed by pointing
the
built-in
Low Battery Warning
side panel) at the front or rear of the propeller disc from a distance of 8 to 12 inches. Be sure the model is restrained by an assistant, and be
very careful of the rotating propeller.
Allow a few seconds for the display to stabi­lize, then read the measured value. Maximum
speed range is 50,000 rpm.
This function operates when the transmitter Nicd battery voltage drops below 8.5 volts. The characters "LOW BATTERY" blink on the
screen, and a buzzer sounds. When this occurs, land immediately and recharge or replace the Nicd battery pack.
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Back Up Warning
When the stored data is lost, the characters
"BACK UP" blink on the screen and a buzzer sounds. When the power switch is turned on again, the error display disappears and all the settings return to the factory-set values. When a
Back Up error occurs, the back-up lithium bat­tery is probably dead, or there is trouble in the system. To locate the cause, call your Futaba service center. The back up lithium battery life depends on the usage state, but is about 5 years.
SYSTEM PROGRAMMING
Press the EDIT program key of the standard screen.
Reversing
Fail Safe
Adjustable Travel Volume
Adjustable
Function Rate
Dual Rate
Pressing the (EDIT) program key of the standard
display the
EDIT
or
"Menu"
screen
will screen. The cursor keys can be and used to move the cursor bar to Line 1, 2, or 3 of the screen. The program keys are used to select
System functions are programmed and adjusted by using the LCD display screen, the five DATA INPUT (Program) keys, and the
End (Returns to
preceding screen)
four CURSOR keys.
the desired programminq screen to be displayed. NOTE: At all times, pressing the program key will return the display to the next previous screen. To return to the standard screen, just keep pressing the key.
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ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
REVERSE
Servo Reversing
This
function
is
used
to
change
the
direction
of
servo
operation
or /ever movement.
Setting Method
1) Select the EDIT screen, the select the RE­VERSE screen by pressing the key. to REVERSE.
2) Select the desired channel with the cursor keys.
3) Select NORMAL or REVERSE operation by
program
and
pressing the In the display example,
4) Return to the EDIT screen by pressing the program key.
in
relation
or
to control
program key.
(Rudder) is set
stick
FAIL SAFE Fail Safe
Fail Safe and Hold Functions
The HOLD (Hold) and F/S (Failsafe) functions are designed to allow the aircraft or helicopter to "fly
through" a momentary strong interference, rather than experiencing the familiar
"glitch" the unwanted signal. These functions cannot be expected to prevent a crash however, if the normal signal interruption is of sufficient dura­tion. The HOLD function stops the servo at the posi­tion held just before the normal signal is lost.
When a normal signal is again received, the Hold
function is released.
The FAILSAFE neutral or a pre-set position when the normal signal is interrupted for 1 second or longer (The system will remain in HOLD for the first 1 second of signal loss). When a normal signal resumes, FAILSAFE is released.
as
the
function
loss
servos
react
will
move a servo
of
signal
or very
violently
to
to
BFS (Battery Fail Safe) Function The BFS function moves the throttle (CH3) servo to the pre-set Fail Safe position when the airborne power supply is nearly exhausted. If no
Fail Safe position has been set, the throttle servo will move to medium slow (neutral). BFS can be released by lowering the throttle Stick
past the the CH9 switch. Throttle control is then regained for about 30 seconds. At the end of 30 seconds,
will
BFS move to the Fail Safe position. Whenever BFS engages, land the aircraft as quickly as possible and recharge or replace the Nicd battery pack.
release
re-engage
point
and
(adjustable),
the
throttle
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will
or
with
again
Fail Safe and Hold General Instructions
Fail Safe
• F/S or HOLD can be selected for each channel (1
to
8).
•Channels HOLD until a normal signal resumes. Those selected for F/S will move to their pre-set posi­tions after 1 second of signal interruption.
• F/S SET simultaneously stores the desired Fail Safe position in the transmitter memory and sends it to the receiver.
•The receiver when the transmitter is first turned ON and at one minute intervals as long as the trans­mitter is left on.
• The F/S position can be checked with the
• Only the Throttle channel (CH3) can be set for Battery Fail Safe.
Fail Safe Setting
1) Display the EDIT screen, then select the
FAILSAFE screen by pressing the pro-
gram key.
2) Move the cursor to the desired channel with the and cursor keys and select HOLD
selected, the number 50 will appear below the appropriate channel on the POSI-(%) line of the FAILSAFE screen.
3) Store the Failsafe positions in the transmitter memory by pressing the key while hold­ing the st ick or lever of the channel being set in the desired Failsafe position. Simultaneous­ly, the data is also transmitted to the receiver and is automatically re-transmitted at one minute intervals.
selected
F/S data
program key.
or F/S f o r e a c h channel by pressing the
or program key. When Failsafe is
for
HOLD
is
automatically
will
remain
sent
to
in
the
Battery Fail Safe Setting
1) Set the Failsafe position on the throttle chan­nel
(CH3) as described above. A position slightly above the minimum engine idle is recommended.
2) BFS Release Point Setting (When designated as the release channel)
• Move the cursor to the B/FS-RESET line of
the FAILSAFE screen with the or cursor key.
Select the BFS
or program key.
•Set the throttle stick to the desired BFS
release
point key. This designates CH3 (Throttle) as the release
channel and
point simultaneously.
3) To release BFS by the CH9 switch, press the program key.
• BFS can be released by the CH9 switch only when the switch is moved to the upper position. If the CH9 switch is in the lower position, BFS cannot be released.
• In the BFS release state, the characters 0%­RESET are displayed on the B/FS-RESET line of the FAI LSAFE screen.
4) If Battery Fail Safe is not desired, press the program key (when the cursor is on the
B/FS-RESET line).
then be disabled. In the example below, (Throttle) was set to Fail Safe and Battery Fai l Safe.
release
and
The
channel
press
the program
sets
the
BFS
with
stick
function
speed
THR
the
release
will
is
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ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
ADJUSTABLE TRAVEL VOLUME
• The ATV function is used to adjust servo travel limits. Servo travel can be adjusted independently in each direction from neutral. Adjustment from 30% to 110% of normal full travel (throw) is possible.
NOTE:
• ATV limits are displayed by a bar graph and numbers. The point at which the cursor moves fro m left to
Setting Method
1) Select the EDIT screen, then select the ATV
2) Rate data (endpoint limits) for Channels 1 to
3) Select the channel to be set with the and
4) Operate the control stick, lever, or switch of
When
servo
travel
is
changed
by
ATV,
the limits of
trim
throw
and the Dual
limits are increased or reduced by the same percentage.
right, as the stick or lever is moved, is the electrical neutral point of that channel.
extent in the desired direction. The cursor will
program screen by pressing the program
key.
automatically move to the left or right con­firming the direction to be set.
5) Servo endpoint limits can be set by pressing 4 is displayed on the screen. To display and adjust Channels 5 to 8, press the program
key. Rate data for Channels 5 to 8 will be
displayed.
the and program keys while holding the appropriate stick or lever in the same direction.
Pressing
the program key
return the set limit to 100%.
6) When you are finished, press the key to
cursor keys.
return to the EDIT screen.
the channel to be adjusted to its maximum
Rate
ON
(Low
Rate)
will
In the example shown, the CH1 (Aileron) right throw is reduced to 90%.
In the bar graph illustration below, the right
100%
hand throw is reduced to 50% of normal, while the left hand throw is set to 100%. Note that on the right side. Dual Rate ON (Low Rate) and Trim throw limits are also reduced to 50% of normal.
RIGHT
50%
ATV Limit = 50%
D/R Limit = 70% of ATV
Limit
TRIM Limit
NEUTRAL
LEFT
50%
100%
Normal (Full) Throw = 100%
TRIM Limit
D/R Limit = 70% of Full
Throw
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ADJUSTABLE FUNCTION RATE
AFR is a servo endpoint limiting function, similar to A TV with one exception: AFR limits only the Dual Rate OFF (High-Rate) servo travel. Trim throw/and Dual Rate ON (Low Rate) limits are unaffected (unless AFR is reduced below the D/R ON limit).
Setting Method
1) The setting method for AF R is the same as for ATV (See page 16).
2) Select the EDIT screen and press the AFR program key.
AFR Limit = 70 %
D/R Limit = 50% of Full
RIGHT NEUTRAL
LEFT
NOTE: Trim Limits and D/R Limits same in both directions.
TRIM Limit
TRIM Limit
D/R Limit = 5 0%
Normal (Full) Throw = 100%
Throw
In
the bar graph illustration below, the right hand throw is reduced to 70% of normal throw by AFR. Note that the Dual Rate ON (Low
Rate) limit and Trim throw limits remain the
same
on
both
sides
(Compare
with the ATV
illustration on page 16).
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ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
DUAL RATE
Dual Rate functions allow the modeler to switch servo travel limits in flight, thus varying
the control sensitivity for different flight conditions or maneuvers.
• Dual Rate functions are available on CH1 (Aileron), CH2 (Elevator), and CH4 (Rudder/Tail Rotor).
• Dual Rate ON (Low Rate) limits can be adjusted from 30% to 100% of full throw.
If
servo
travel
is
reduced by ATV, the D/R ON throw will
D/R OFF). If AFR is used, the D/R ON limit is unaffected, and w ill be 30% to 110% of normal ( ful l)
throw.
• Dual Rate ON limits can be adjusted independently in each direction from neutral.
•There
•The
• In the AUTO D/R mode, the D/R functions can be turned ON and OFF according to the position
are
three D/R ON/OFF
switches in any combination the modeler desires, or D/R functions can be switched ON and OFF auto-
matically according to the position of the Throttle/Collective stick.
ON/OFF directions
(See page 46).
(adjustable) of the T/C stick.
Switches.
of
the D/R switches
Control of the
can
be
be
three
reversed
30%
to
100% of the
D/R functions
using the PARAMETERS program
can
limit
be
assigned
set
by
ATV
to
these
screen
(in
Settinq Method
1) Select the EDIT screen, then sele ct the DUAL RATE screen with the program key.
2) Select the channel to be set with the or cursor key.
3) Move the cursor to the position with the or cursor key and press the or program key to activate or deactivate th e
D/R function for that channel.
When
the
4)
will be displayed in the "INH" position, de­pending upon the position of the pertinent
D/R ON/OFF Switch.
5) Using th e and cursor to the L/D or R/U position and set the desired D/R ON throw with the or
key will returen the set limit to 100%.
6) Select the desired ON/OFF Switch for each D/R function by moving the cursor to the "sw" position with the
selecting Switch No.
key
program keys. Pressing the program
is
pressed,
"ON"or
cursor keys, move the
key and or
1, 2, or 3 with the
"OFF"
, or program key.
The D/R ON/OFF Switches are designated by
numbers as follows:
1 ... Aileron D/R
2 ... Elevator D/R
3... Rudder D/R
Each switch may be used to control one, two, or
all three D/R functions as desired.
7) D/R may also be switched ON and OFF in conjunction with other functions (Idle-up, etc.) using the COMBI SW function of the PARAMETER program screen (See page 46).
As designated on the transmitter front.
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Auto Dual Rate
Dual Rate functions may be switched ON and
OFF automatically, according to the Throttle (CH3) control stick position.
1) Move the cursor to the "mode" position with the or cursor key.
2 Use the or cursor key to select the
D/R function to be set to AUTO and press the
program key.
3) Use the and the cursor to "pos".
4)
Set the Throttle stick at the point you w ish
ON/OFF switching to occur, and press the
program key.
5) When the Throttle stick is below the ON/OFF switching point and the pertinent D/R ON/
cursor keys to move
OFF Switch is set to OFF, Dual Rate will be OFF.
• If the assigned D/R ON/OFF Switch is set to
ON, then D/R Throttle stick is still below the ON/OFF point.
6) When the Throttle stick is moved above the ON/OFF point, then D/R will be ON, regard­less of the position of the D/R ON/OFF
Switch.
NOTE: Dual Rate ON/OFF Switch directions can be reversed using the PARAMETER program screen (See D/R SW DIR page 46).
will
be
ON
even
if
the
In the example shown, the AIL Dual Rate function will be switched to D/R ON ( Low Rate) when the
Throttle stick is moved above the 10% positon. AI L and RUD D/R functions are both set to Switch No. 3.
End Soft Key
Press the program key to return to the EDIT screen.
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ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
Select the EDIT screen, and move the cursor to Line 2 with the or
Exponential Mixing Trim Parameter Model End
cursor key.
EXPONENTIAL/VTR
Exponential or VTR functions can be used to change the servo response curve from the normal Iinear operation. This can be very helpful if control response is either sluggish or too sensitive near the neutral position. Maximum servo deflection limits (set by ATV and/or AFR) remain the same.
Exponential
•With
Exponential
movement in relation to a given amount of
control stick deflection can be made to steadily
increase (or decrease) as the stick is moved farther from neutral (or as in the case of CH3 (Throttle), from one extreme to the other).
• Exponential control is available on CH1 to CH8.
•Two
different curves can be selected. The TYPE 1 Curve is symmetrical in both directions from neutral. This type is generally
control, the amount of
types of
Exponential
servo
response
used, when desired, on "neutralizing" controls such as AI L, ELEV. and RUD. The TYPE 2 Curve is exponential in one direc­tion over the full stroke of the control stick or
lever. This type is normally used w ith functions
such as T HR .
• The amount of exponential can be varied from 0% to 100% in 4% steps. By using positive or negative exponential with either the TYPE 1 or TYPE 2 EXPO Curves, a total of four different types of Exponential control response can be selected.
TYPE 1 Positive
TYPE 2 Positive
With this type of curve, control response will be made
more sensitive near neutral and less sensitive as the stick is deflected farther towards its extreme limits.
TYPE 1 Negative
With this type of curve, control response will be "softer" around neutral and increase as the stick is deflected farther.
• When V TR is used, servo response remains linear, but the response is automatically switched to a higher rate at a ce rtain (adjustable) point in the control stick deflection.
• The i nit ial response rate is the same as the Dual Rate ON rate (See page 18).
• Maximum servo travel limit is still controlled by ATV and/or AFR.
Setting Methods
Exponential
1) Select the EDIT screen and move the cursor to Line 2 with the or Select the EXPONENTIAL/VTR program screen by pressing the program key.
2) Select the channel to be set with the or cursor key, then select the operation
mode with the or program key. VTR is available only on CH1, CH2, and CH4.
3) When the EXP mode is selected, the type of
curve can be selected by moving the cursor to the "typ" position with the or cursor key and pressing the or gram key. (The type of curve is not selected
in the VT R mode.)
4) When the EXP or VTR mode is selected, the
servo response curve is displayed on a graph at the right side of the screen. The amount of
Expo can be changed by moving the cursor to
cursor key.
pro
With this type of curve, response will be most sensitive
at the LOW end of control stick travel, and decrease as the stick is moved toward HIGH.
TYPE 2 Negative
H
VTR Variable Trace Ratio
With this curve, the response is less at the LOW end and steadily increases as the stick is moved toward HIGH.
the "rate" position and pressing the or
program key. When the 0 program key is pressed, the rate is preset to 0% (0% = normal or linear).
5) In the V TR mode, the "rate" adjustment is used to adjust the stick position at which the servo response changes from Low to High. The initial (Low) rate is adjusted by the D/R adjustment program (See page 18).
6) Channels 5 through 8 can be displayed and set by pressing the program key.
In the above example, a TYPE 2 Negative Ex­ponential Curve is shown. This type is often helpful on the Throttle channel. Depending on the carburetor design and linkage, actual power transition can be made more linear in relation to stick movement. (About —20% is a good initial setting for fixed-wing aircraft).
ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
MIXING
• Mixing allows two or more channels to be controlled by a single transmitter control stick or lever. This set features Programmable Mi xing with four independent mixing circuits, along with special built-in mixing circuits.
• NOTE: Only PROG-MIX Programable Mixing can be used in the BASIC Parameter mode. (See PARA-
METER, page 46).
•There are five types of mixing (including Prog. Mixing).
1: PROG MIX
Programmable Mixing
4: SWASH-MODE
Swashplate Mixing
1) Select the EDIT screen and move the cursor to Line 2 with the cursor key, then press the program key.
2) to can be selected with the program to keys.
2: PITCH-MIX
Pitch Mixing
5: THROTTLE-MIX
Throttle Mixing
3: RUDDER-MIX
Rudder Mixing
3) To use 1:PROG-MIX, press the program key. The PROGRAMABLE be displayed.
MIX
screen
will
PROGRAMABLE MIX
Programmable Mixing
Four separate Programmable Mixing circuits allow almost infinite mixing combinations. The features of this program provide the modeler with unlimited versatility in trimming and
controlling complex, high-performance models.
• Mixing of any two channels is possible.
• Four completely independent mixing
circuits
are available.
• Mix in g amounts can be adjusted independently in either direction from neutral or offset point.
•The
PROG-MIX
ON/OFF
Switch
can
be
selected.
•The point at which the mixing direction re­verses is fully-adjustable.
•PROG-MIX circuits can be mixed with or "slaved" to built-in mixing functions.
Slave Channel
+ and - indicate the
Master Channel
direction of mixing
•PROG-MIX circuits can be mixed with each other.
•Trim
corrections be added to the slave channel or not, as de­sired.
• Bi-directional mixing can be accomplished using two mixing circuits (Ex: Flapperons)
•Adverse coupling of control inputs in fixed­wing aircraft can be eliminated. (Ex: Tendency to roll when rudder is applied in knife-edge flight.)
Operation (Mixing) Amount
on the "Master"
When ON, the trim inputs to the
"Master" channel are also mixed to the "Slave" channel. When OFF,trim on the "Master"
channel affects the "Master" channel only.
channel
can
When the SET program key is pressed, the CHANNEL SETTING screen is displayed.
Mixing Circuit Number
Circuit is usable when set to
ON
Switch Mode (ON/OFF Switch Selection)
Indicates the control stick position that the mixing
reference point (R/L or
U/D Direction Change Point) is offset to.
1. Always ON
2. ELEV.D/R Switch
3. RUD.D/R CH9 Switch
4. I DL E UP 1 a nd 2 (B ot h switches must be ON)
5. GEAR (CH5)
ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
Master and Slave Channel Selection
In the first example shown, THR (Throttle) is set at "mas". The Master channel can be changed by pressing
the or
program key.
The cursor can be moved to the "slv" position with the selected by pressing the or
Master Channel Setting
1) Select the PROG-MIX screen as described on page 22.
2) Select the CHANNEL SETTING screen pressing the SET program key.
3) The Master channel can be set
or program key to change the
channel.
4) The mixin q circuit to be programmed can be selected or cursor key.
1) Move the cursor to the "slv" position with the
2) Select the proqram key. In the example above, the Slave channel on (Mixing Circuit No. 1) is set to
by moving
or cursor key.
Slave
AIL.
the
channel
cursor
with
program key.
by pressing the
with
the
the or
by
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or
Programmable mixing circuits can be combined with each other, or with built-in mixing circuits by two methods.
1) Setting a Mixing Circuit No. in the "mas" position (MX1, MX2, MX3, or MX4).
2) and setting.
Depending upon which channels are selected on different mixing circuits, MX1, MX2, MX3, or MX4 can be displayed in the "mas" position. The slave channel of the mixing number displayed in the "mas" column, then.becomes a Master chan­nel on the mixing circuit line that it is displayed and the two ci rc uits are connected.
cursor key and the Slave channel
Combination of Mixing Circuits
Mixing Number Method
and
1) are displayed when the cursor is in the "mas" position. are displayed when the cursor is in the "slv" position.
Method
Displayed when cursor is in "mas"
position.
Indicates that Master channel is
"slaved" to another circuit.
2) To activate XON or YON mixing, press the or key, The character will
appear next to the appropriate channel on the
left side of the screen to indicate that or
has been set.
•Combinations allow more efficient use of the number of mixing circuits. An example is shown below.
When are not used, three circuits and are required for the mixing program shown
below. Programmable mixing is performed from Aileron to Elevator and Rudder, and from Eleva­tor to Rudder. This is the same as A IL -> ELV ->
RUD
mixing.
The same mixing program as in Example 1 can be set up us ing onl y tw o 2 mixing circuits when the
and functions are used. MX 1 is set t o A I L -> ELV mixing. MX 2 is set to ELV -> RUD mixing. The cursor is moved to the MX1 "slv" position, and is set. The cursor is then moved to the "mas" position and is set. MX3 is turned OFF
(Set
to
This is also the equivalent of AIL -> ELV -> RUD
mixing.
Setting MX1 as the MX2 Master channel in the example is the same as setting
• Combinations are effective when the number of mixing circuits is insufficient, and when PROG-MIX circuits are mixed with built-in mixing circuits.
).
ADJUSTMENTS AND FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
Activation of Programmable Mixing Circuits
1) Move the cursor to the "INH" position with
the
2) To activate the circuit, press the key. "ON" or "OFF" will be displayed according
The mixing rate setting determines the amount
of deflection of the Slave servo in relation to movement of the Master channel control stick or lever. Both th e amount (rate) and direction (+ or
-) of movement can be set independently, either side of the mixing point (neutral).
1) Move the cursor to the R/U or L/D position with the
2) Set the desired rate with the
3) The servo operating direction can be changed with the and
Programmable Mixing can be designated as "al-
ways ON" or switched ON and OFF in flight by
any four different switches.
1) Move the c ur so r to the "sw" position with the
2) Press the appropriate program key ( through ) for the switch selection
sired.
Switch assignments are designated by numbers as
shown below:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
In
or
Mixing Rate and Direction Setting
cursor key. or
program key.
Mixing ON/OFF Switch Selection
or
Always ON ELEV.D/R Switch RUD.D/R CH9 Switch
IDLE UP 1 and 2 (Both switches must be ON)
Gear (CH5)
the
"Trim
cursor key.
program keys.
cursor key.
Trim ON/OFF Setting
ON"
mode.
trim
lever
inputs
de-
on
or
to the position of the designated Mixing ON/ OFF Switch.
3) To deactivate the mixinq circuit, press the program key.
the Master channel will be "carried over" to the Slave channel, causing a corresponding change in the Slave channel neutral position when the mixing is ON. In the "Trim OFF" mode, trim changes to the Master channel affect the master channel only, regardless of the mixing ON/OFF switch position.
•Trim
ON/OFF
Master is a primary control stick (AIL, ELEV,
RUD.AND THR).
Setting Method
1) Move the cursor to the "trm" position with
selection
is
only relevant
if
the
the or cursor key.
2) Select the "Trim ON" or "Trim OFF" mode
with the or
Offset (Rate and Direction Change Point) Setting
• Normally, the neutral (center) position of the
Master channel control stick will be the point at which the Slave channel servo rate and direc­tion change occurs. This control stick position can be changed (Offset) if desired.
1) Move the cursor to the "ofs" position with the or c
2) Move the Master channel control stick to the desired position at which you wish rate and direction change of the Slave channel servo to occur. (Mixing amount = 0 Point)
3) Press the key. The Master channel stick position is memorized and will be displayed as
a percentage in the "ofs" position of the screen. "+" indicates a stick position to the
R/U side of neutral. "-" indicates a position
to the L/D side of neutral. "0%" indicates that the direction will change at the normal control stick neutral position.
program key.
ursor key.
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