Planet 2.4GHZ DIGITALREMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM, T5 Instruction Manual

Planet•

T5

2.4GHZ DIGITAL

REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM

Instruction Manual

Includes*

Advanced 2.4GHz 5-channel professional transmitter
Advanced 2.4GHz micro 6-channel receiver

Features

■ Simple one-button transmitter/receiver binding

■ Side & rear ergonomic grips for maximum transmitter security

■ Steel carry handle and neck strap mount

■ Precision, adjustable height dual-axis stick units

■ Front-mounted reversing switch panel

■ Unique slow-rate retract/flap switch (channel 5)

■ Low power consumption 4-cell transmitter

■ Lightweight (6 gram) micro 6-channel receiver

■ Convenient crystal-free operation

*See box label for detailed contents listing

For use with Park Flyer, indoor aircraft

and small electric coaxial helicopter type models.

For use with recreational radio controlled model aircraft only.

Not a toy—suitable only for persons aged 14+.

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WARNING!

Model aircraft flying is a potentially hazardous sport
which has the potential to endanger life, cause injury
or damage property.
When you see this symbol in this manual, your
attention is being drawn to a potential hazard and you
should take particular note.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

For a period of one year from time of purchase, J. Perkins
Distribution Ltd will repair or replace, at it’s discretion, any
items showing manufacturing or assembly defects that has
been found faulty by our service department. This does not
affect your statutory rights.
J Perkins Distribution Ltd does not accept any liability for any
injury, damage or consequential damage arising as a result
of failure to observe the procedures and precautions outlined
in this manual. J Perkins Distribution Ltd does not accept any
liability that may arise from any misuse or modification of this
equipment, Please note that, whilst every effort is made to
ensure the accuracy of instructions and materials included
with this product, mistakes can occur and neither J. Perkins
Distribution Ltd nor it’s distributors will be held liable for any
loss or damage arising from the use of this system or for any
loss or damage arising from omissions or inaccuracies in the
associated instructions, references, web sites or materials
included or referred to with this product.
We reserve the right to modify the design of this product, the
box contents and manual without prior notification. E&OE
© 2009 J Perkins Distribution Ltd. All rights reserved.
web: www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk

EU REGULATIONS

J Perkins Distribution Ltd declares that this remote control
system is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC on Radio
equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment. A
copy of the declaration(s) of conformity can be obtained from
J Perkins Distribution Ltd, Ashford rd, Lenham, Kent. UK ME17
2DL. This system complies with the EU directive on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Do not dispose of this
product in household waste. At the end of the products’ life,
dispose of it at a designated collection point for the recycling
of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Please contact your supplier for any advice required on
disposal.

Contents

Warranty conditions ............................................ii

EU regulations .......................................................ii

Introduction ...........................................................1

Safety information ................................................ 1

UK Air Law, BMFA & safety ................................

1

New to Radio Control? ........................................ 1

Not what you expected? ..................................... 1

Transmitter features ............................................. 2

Control trims ...................................................... 2

Channel 5 switch .............................................. 2

Battery status LCD ........................................... 2

Reversing switches .........................................2

Battery fitting ....................................................

3

Charging socket ...............................................3

Trainer/Simulator lead socket ........................

3

Stick tension adjustment ................................4

Stick height adjustment ..................................4

R6M receiver ......................................................... 5

R6M deployment ..............................................5

Receiver connections .....................................5

R6M Specifications ..........................................

6

Servos ..................................................................... 6

Battery and switch ............................................... 6

Binding transmitter to receiver .........................6

Transmitter usage .................................................

7

Tran

smitter aerial positioning ........................7

Range and power check ................................. 7

Battery status LCD ........................................... 8

Mode change switch ....................................... 8

Failsafe ............................................................... 8

Throttle left (mode 2) layout ...........................9

Throttle right (Mode 1) ....................................9

Flight controls - Examples ................................ 10

Helicopter Mode 2 .........................................10

Aircraft mode 2 ............................................... 11

Helicopter mode 1 .......................................... 12

Aircraft mode 1 ............................................... 13

T5

Instruction Manual

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing an Advanced 2.4GHz Planet
T5 radio control system. It is designed for remotely
operating small or indoor R/C model aircraft safely
in the easiest possible manner without the need for
crystals.
It’s uncomplicated yet sophisticated design makes it an
ideal first system or a general purpose sport system for
R/C modelling.
It uses state-of-the-art computer technology to bind it’s
transmitter and receiver in such a fashion that, under
most model flying conditions, interference that would
normally cause loss of control in 35mHz or 27mHz
equipment is nearly always rejected—and in most
cases radio functionality is entirely unaffected. This
makes for a safer, more reassuring flying experience.
It also enables a pilot to turn up, switch on and
fly under most conditions—subject to local flying
guidelines and rules.
The new design single aerial micro receiver is
utra-compact and allows for rapid and convenient
installation especially when compared with some twin­unit multi-aerial receiver designs.
NB. The Planet T5 is not a complete system; other parts
must be purchased in order to obtain full functionality
from this equipment.
Please read all instructions carefully before using your
Advanced 2.4GHz Planet T5 radio control system.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING!

This equipment must be assembled carefully
into an appropriate R/C aircraft according to the
manufacturers’ recommendations.

Note that Planet T5 is not a ‘full range’ system and
must only be used with small Park Flyer/coaxial
helicopter type R/C models operated at relatively short
range (around 150 metres).

This product is a sophisticated control system for
model aircraft and is not a toy. Suitable only for
persons aged 14+

Check all radio equipment carefully before use and
range check before every flight.

Never fly near people, animals, buildings, power lines,
water or trees.

Ensure that all batteries are either fresh (if alkaline) or
charged (if rechargeable) before using this equipment.

Observe BMFA safety codes at all times when
operating radio controlled models

This equipment is designed to be installed and used
only within a radio control hobby environment.

2.4GHz signals are less tolerant of obstacles so never

fly close to structures, trees, hedges which if flown
behind may cause a temporary loss of signal.

Never fly in rain.

UK AIR LAW, BMFA &
SAFETY

All model aircraft operated in the UK are subject
to UK Air Law. It should be noted that in the UK a
considerable burden of responsibility and a strict duty
of care lie with the pilot of any model aircraft. Under
UK Air Law the pilot assumes all responsibility for his
aircraft.
Radio control model aircraft are potentially capable
of inflicting severe personal injury or even death to
people or animals and can cause considerable damage
to property if operated incorrectly or irresponsibly.
In the UK, the British Model Flying Association (BMFA)
(http://www.bmfa.org) is responsible for overseeing all
aspects of model flying.
If you are new to R/C modelling we strongly
recommend you download the BMFA handbook (http://
www.bmfa.org/handbook/index.html) which contains
much useful information about model flying including
legal, insurance, safety obligations and technical
recommendations for model pilots.

NEW TO RADIO CONTROL?

If you are new to radio control (R/C) modelling, please
do not expect to be able to install this equipment into a
model aircraft and immediately 'fly around'. R/C models
require time and training in order to be assembled and
flown successfully. We suggest you seek advice from
an experienced pilot or your supplier regarding flight
training and approved flying sites. If any information
in this manual is unclear, please contact your supplier
for help.

NOT WHAT YOU
EXPECTED?

If the information presented in the preceding
paragraphs and opposite is not what you expected
and you either cannot or choose not to accept
the responsibilities associated with operating this
equipment in a model in the UK, you should not buy this
product.
In the event you have already purchased this product;
you should return the product in it’s original condition
and obtain a refund from your supplier.

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TRANSMITTER FEATURES

Aerial

Carry handle

Neck strap hang point

Battery status LCD

5th channel switch

Dual axis control

stick with adjustable

height/spring tension

Control trim

Reversing switches

ON/OFF switch

CONTROL TRIMS

These are used to fine trim the position of the servos.

CHANNEL 5 SWITCH

The 5th channel retract switch on the upper case operates a servo at a slow rate allowing for more realistic
deployment of spoilers, retractable undercarriage or flaps.

BATTERY STATUS LCD

This display provides a digital readout of Transmitter voltage. Stop flying and replace the batteries when voltage
display falls to 4.4V.

WARNING!

Failure to stop flying immediately when the display reads 4.4V or less may lead to loss of control!

REVERSING SWITCHES

Reversing switches are used to reverse the direction of aileron, elevator, throttle and rudder functions.
The reversing switches are located beneath a removable cover on the front panel of the transmitter. See below:

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Reversing switches

5th Channel
On/Off Switch

BATTERY FITTING

4 AA alkaline batteries are required. They are not supplied.
Install the 4 batteries into the battery compartment ensuring correct polarity is observed.

Simulator socket

Battery cover

Press and slide off cover

Charge socket

polarity

CHARGING SOCKET

Rechargeable AA batteries can be substituted for alkaline batteries.
N.B. Take note of the polarity diagram on the rear case when using a charger to charge rechargeable batteries.

SIMULATOR LEAD SOCKET

For optional Simulator lead connection.