Sanwa VG600, VG400, VG400, VG600 User Manual

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TRANSMITTER FEATURES AND FUNTIONS

The AIRTRONICS VG400/VG600 Radio Control Systems are primarily intended for the flying of fixed wing model aircraft.

1.Retractable antenna

2.LED Scale Voltage Display

3.Control stick, horizontal-ailerons, vertical-elevator (mode 2) Vertical-throttle (Mode 1)

4.Trim lever, elevator (Mode 2); throttle (Mode1)

5.Trim lever ailerons

6.Name Plate

7.Power Switch

8.Trim lever throttle (Mode 2); elevator (Mode 1)

9.T rim lever rudder

10.Control stick, horizontal-rudder, vertical-throttle (Mode 2) Vertical-elevator (Mode 1)

11.Neck strap connecting hook

12.Servo reverse switches

13.Retract aux Channel (VG600 Only)

14.Trainer button

15.Carrying handle

16.3 position aux channel flap switch (VG600 Only)

17.Throttle High and Low End point adjustments

18.Ail, Elev, Rud, Flap Servo Travel Adjusters (VG600 Only)

VG400 and VG600 FM 4/6 Channel Systems

SECTION I Safety First for Yourself and Others.

SECTION II Federal Licensing Requirements

and Special Operating Standards for

Model Airplanes

SECTION III

System Features

SECTION IV Unpacking and setting up your AIRTRONICS VG400 or VG600 Radio Control System

SECTION V Operation Adjustments

NOTE: FOR BATTERY CHARGING INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS ON LEARING TO USE YOUR AIRTRONICS RADIO SYSTEM, PLEASE SEE THE AIRTRONICS RADIO OPERATION AND INSTALLATION INSERT.

THANK YOU FOR SELECTING AIRTRONICS

We appreciate your purchase of this new AIRTRONICS VG400 or VG600 Radio System.

These instructions are intended to acquaint you with the many unique features of this modern, state-of-the-art equipment. Please read them c arefully so that you may obtain maximum success and enjoyment from its operation

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We ask that you pay particular attention to the design of the transmitter. Notice that it has been engineered for the most natural and precise control of your choice of flying models.

Be certain to read all of the material in this manual, as well as the Operation and Installation insert.

SECTION I

SAFETY FIRST FOR YOURSELF, FOR OTHERS AND FOR YOUR EQUIPMENT.

“Safety First” is more than just a slogan when operating radio control models. Thus, we urge, especially with respect to radio controlled aircraft that:

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

Recognize that radio controlled models are not harmless toys and can be dangerous missiles if carelessly or improperly flown. You are responsible because the reliability and safe operation of the radio equipment is largely dependent upon its proper installation and utilization.

THEREFORE, INSTALL YOUR RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM CORRECTLY AND BE CERTAIN YOU CAN FLY WELL ENOUGH TO CONTROL YOUR AIRCRAFT UNDER ALL CONDITIONS.

FOR THE SAFETY OF OTHERS:

Remember that you are responsible for the safety of all spectators and in fact, everyone that may foreseeably be injured by your model.

DO NOT FLY where your model could in jure any person or property.

DO NOT FLY over the heads of spectators or persons in the area of your flying field. THIS INCLUDES taking off, actual flight and landing. KEEP EVERYONE, except experienced and knowledgeable persons who are assisting you in fly ing, away from your model even when it is on the ground and you are preparing to fly.

DO NOT FLY unless and until you have an experienced instructor who has completely checked out the model and will fly the model for you and with you…until you have learned to fly competently by yourself.

Flying is a real skill that demands patience, practice and caution. DO NOT EXPERIMENT or run risks. Know that you can fly safely before you fly alone. The real pleasures and satisfactions come from flying or operating your model with safety and competence always in mind.

AT THE FIELD:

DO NOT FLY unless your frequency is “clear”. The transmitting signal channel (frequency) is shown on the transmitter and you must not turn on your transmitter when someone is flying or operating their model on that same frequency.

WARNING: IF YOU DELIBERATELY OR ACCIDENTALLY TURN ON YOUR TRANSMITTER WHILE ANOTHER MODEL IS FLYING OR IN OPERATION, THAT MODEL WILL GO OUT OF CONTROL. The same will happen to yours, so observe to see if your frequency is open before turning your transmitter on. Only one person uses a given frequency at a time. Use your channel identifier (frequency) flags for the frequency your system uses and attach the appropriate flags to your transmitter antenna. DO OBSERVE all the rules of the flying or operating site. The Channel and frequencies associated with them are as follows:

72 MHz (Aircraft Only)

CHANNEL and FEQUENCY (MHz)

11	72.010 MHz	31	72.410 MHz
12	72.030 MHz	32	72.430 MHz
13	72.050 MHz	33	72.450 MHz

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14	72.070 MHz	34	72.470 MHz
15	72.090 MHz	35	72.490 MHz
16	72.110 MHz	36	72.510 MHz
17	72.130 MHz	37	72.530 MHz
18	72.150 MHz	38	72.550 MHz
19	72.170 MHz	39	72.570 MHz
20	72.190 MHz	40	72.590 MHz
21	72.210 MHz	41	72.610 MHz
22	72.230 MHz	42	72.630 MHz
23	72.250 MHz	43	72.650 MHz
24	72.270 MHz	44	72.670 MHz
25	72.290 MHz	45	72.690 MHz
26	72.310 MHz	46	72.710 MHz
27	72.330 MHz	47	72.730 MHz
28	72.350 MHz	48	72.750 MHz
29	72.370 MHz	49	72.770 MHz
30	72.390 MHz	50	72.790 MHz
50	72.790 MHz	55	72.890 MHz
51	72.810 MHz	56	72.910 MHz
52	72.830 MHz	57	72.930 MHz
53	72.850 MHz	58	72.950 MHz
54	72.870 MHz	59	72.970 MHz
55	72.890 MHz	60	72.990 MHz

WARNING:

The frequencies allocated for model radio exclusive; however, they are in close proximity to o ther types of radio use in certain areas. Before operating your model check with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regional Office in your area to determine whether there is a potential danger of interference from other radio users. “Outside” radio interference may cause you to lose control of your model, possibly causing injury to yourself, to others or property damage.

SO REMEMBER:

1.DO NOT OPERATE your transmitter at the field until you are certain your frequency is “clear”.

2.DISPLAY your frequency channel identification flag on the antenna of your transmitter.

3.REMEMBER that channel identifier flags do not usually state the frequency on them. Ask and be certain. If you have an eyesight limitation or defect such as color blindness for example, double check to be sure of the channel flag designations.

4.Turn your transmitter on only when you are sure no one else is using your frequency.

5.WARNING: Your model will go out of control and may do serious injury or damage if someone else turns on a transmitter on your frequency while you are operating your model.

6.Respect all the rules of the flying field or site.

7.At any time during the operation of your model, should you sense, feel or observe any erratic

operation or abnormality, end your flight as quickly and as safely as possible. DO NOT operate again until you are certain the problem has been corrected. TAKE NO CHANCES.

ADDITIONAL WARNING:

Radio controlled models are generally attractive, exciting and inviting in looks and performance. Therefore, realize that young persons, children and inexperienced adults may come within the operating range of the model, so that they may try to operate the equipment without understanding the dangers to that person or others. It is your responsibility to guard against u nskilled and unknowing hands for their protection as well as for the safety of your equipment and model.

The key to R/C pleasure is the proper use of your system and all of the other model components. If you fail to follow instructions, heed the warnings given, misuse or abuse the system through improper operation or installation, the consequences will damage your system and may also mean injury to yourself, other people or property of others.

AS TO YOUR EQUIPMENT:

The care you give to your equipment, and its correct installation and operation, are the factors that spell either safe, successful flying or injury, damage, destruction and loss.

ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS (AMA)

The Academy of Model Aeronautics is the leading national organization made up of aircraft modeling people with headquarters in Muncie Indiana. Their address is 5151 East Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302. We urge you to examine the benefits of the membership including liability protection in the event of certain injuries. The Academy has adopted simple and sane rules, a few which are pertinent for radio controlled flight as the OFFICAL AMA SAFETY CODE; abide by these rules for your protection, the protection of others and equipment. Excerpts are as follows:

1.I will not fly my model aircraft in competition or in the presence of spectators until it has been proven to be airworthy by having been previously successfully flight-tested.

2.I will not fly my model higher than approximately 400 feet within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator. I will give right of way to and avoid flying in the proximity of fullscale aircraft. When necessary, an observer shall be utilized to supervise flying to avoid having models fly in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.

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3.Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the flying site that I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fly my models in a careless and/or dangerous manner.

4.I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground range check before the first flight of a new or repaired model.

5.I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a qualified flyer, unless assisted by an experienced helper.

6.I will perform my initial turn after takeoff away from the pit, spectator areas, and I will not thereafter fly over pit or spectator areas, unless beyond my control.

7.I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the FCC. (Only properly licensed amateurs are authorized to operate equipment on amateur band frequencies.)

NOTE: These basic safety precautions are for your safety, the safety of others, and of your equipment. Consider carefully all of what has been stated and obey all precautions as well as those appropriate to your particular use. Good common sense must also be used at all times in the operation of your equipment.

STICK CONTROLS

High Throttle	Down Elevator

	Left		Right
			Aileron
	Rudder	Mode 2
	Low Throttle		Up Elevator

Down Elevator

High Throttle

Left			Right
Rudder		Mode 1	Aileron
	Up Elevator		Low Throttle

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SECTION II

FEDERAL LICENSING REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL OPERATING STANDARDS FOR MODEL AIRPLANES

The Federal Communications Commission no longer requires a license to operate an R/C model transmitter.

However, the Federal Aviation Administration has announced guidelines for operation of model aircraft. We are reprinting those guidelines here and encourage your study and cooperation.