Tactic TTX600 6-Ch SLT User Manual

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TACJ2600 v1.2

2.4GHz 6-Channel Spread Spectrum Radio

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

The Tactic TTX600 airplane radio system uses an advanced 2.4GHz spread spectrum technology to prevent unwanted outside interference from interrupting control of the model, ensuring error-free ﬂ ying and eliminating the need to pull frequency pins before every ﬂ ight. Tactic 2.4GHz transmitters and receivers are not compatible with other brands of 2.4GHz equipment.

For safe operation and best results, it’s strongly recommended to read this manual in its entirety before use! Also read and understand the instructions included with the model. Damage resulting from misuse or modiﬁ cation will void your warranty.

FEATURES

Trainer

Switch

CH5 Switch

CH6 Dial

LED Power

Indicator

Power

Switch

● Ball-bearing gimbals ● Built-in failsafe & wireless trainer function

● Dual rates for aileron, elevator and rudder ● Analog & digital trims with servo reversing

● Transmitter binds to multiple Tactic 2.4GHz receivers ● Power status LED & built-in charge jack

D/R Switch

Neck Strap Eyelet

Trim Lever

Charge Jack

Reversing Switches

TTX600 TRANSMITTER (Tx

The TTX600 airplane transmitter is available in either a “Mode 2” conﬁ guration with throttle on the left and elevator on the right, or “Mode 1” conﬁ guration with throttle on the right and elevator on the left. Mode 2 radios are most commonly used in the U.S., whereas Mode 1 radios are popular in other countries. Be sure the radio purchased is of the correct mode.

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Four “AA” batteries are required to power the Tx (not included). Non-rechargeable

1.5V alkaline, or 1.2V rechargeable nickel-cadmium (NiCd) or nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) cells, can be used. Do not mix cell types, or old and new cells, etc. See the

SERVOS AND ACCESSORIES section on page 17 for optional batteries available

at local hobby retailers.

To install the batteries, slide the battery door down. Insert the cells as shown in the diagram, making sure to note proper polarity for each cell. Close the battery door.

POWER SWITCH, LED, and LOW BATTERY ALARM

The red power LED should light when the power switch is moved upwards to the “ON” position. The

Tx should have adequate power for ﬂ ight when the LED is on constantly. Anytime the LED begins to ﬂ ash, accompanied by the sounding of an audible tone, the Tx battery

voltage has dropped too low and operation of the model should NO T be attempted!

WARNING! Never operate an R/C model with weak Tx batteries! Reduced operational range and/or possible loss of control of the aircraft could result. Replace weak alkaline batteries, or re-charge NiCd or NiMH batteries, before attempting a ﬂ ight!

If during a ﬂ ight the Tx LED starts to ﬂ ash, accompanied by the sounding of audible tones, it’s a warning that the Tx batteries have become weak and the aircraft should be landed as soon as possible!

AILERON (CH1)

Controls the moveable surfaces at the end of both main wings to rotate the airplane about the “roll” axis (an imaginary line which extends from the airplane’s nose to the tail). Since every airplane is different, the aileron reversing switch must be set so that moving the aileron stick to the right will cause the airplane’s right aileron to deﬂ ect up, thus causing the right wing to drop and the airplane to bank right. Moving the aileron stick to the left will cause the airplane’s left wing to drop and the airplane to bank left. This is one important method for turning the aircraft.

ELEVATOR (CH2)

Controls the moveable horizontal surfaces on the airplane’s tail to rotate the airplane about the “pitch” axis (an imaginary line extending through the center of both main wings, from one wing tip to the other wing tip). Position the elevator reversing switch so that pulling the elevator stick back (towards you) will cause the elevators to deﬂ ect up, thus causing the nose of the airplane to rise. Pushing the elevator stick forwards (away from you) will cause the nose of the airplane to drop. When using the ailerons to bank the airplane’s wings, pulling the elevator stick back will help the aircraft maintain altitude and turn the aircraft more quickly.

THROTTLE (CH3)

Controls the speed (R.P.M.) at which the engine or electric motor operates. With the throttle reversing switch in the NOR position, pulling the throttle stick back will cause the engine’s speed to decrease. Pushing the throttle stick forward will cause the engine’s speed to increase.

RUDDER (CH4)

Controls the sideways movement of the airplane’s tail and will rotate the airplane about the “yaw axis” (an imaginary line from the top of the airplane’s fuselage to the bottom of the fuselage, located near the center-point of the fuselage). Position the rudder reversing switch so that moving the rudder stick to the right causes the rudder to deﬂ ect to the right, thus causing the nose of the airplane to point to the right. Moving the rudder stick to the left will cause the nose of the airplane to turn left. When using the rudder in conjunction with the ailerons, the airplane’s nose can point into a turn (instead of pointing up and “skidding” through the turn), allowing the airplane to perform tighter, more coordinated turns.

RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR (CH5)

Channel 5 offers non-proportional control of a servo, and is typically used to control retractable landing gear. Servo movement is limited to rotating the servo’s output arm to the end of clockwise movement, and the end of counter-clockwise movement. The switch for channel 5 is located on the top-left of the transmitter.

To REVERSE the direction of rotation for the servo connected to channel 5, ﬁ rst turn

off the Tx power switch. Then move the ch4 (rudder) trim lever to the LEFT and hold in that position. Next, turn the Tx power switch back to the ON position which should be followed by three audible tones and ﬂ ashes of the Tx power LED. The rotational direction of the ch5 servo should now be reversed. Repeat this process to again reverse the rotational direction of ch5.

FLAPS (CH6)

Channel 6 offers proportional control of a servo anywhere throughout the rotational range of the servo’s output arm. This control is normally used to adjust the position of an airplane’s ﬂ aps. The dial for channel 6 is located above the left stick.

To REVERSE the direction of rotation for the servo connected to channel 6, ﬁ rst turn

off the Tx power switch. Then move the ch4 (rudder) trim lever to the RIGHT and hold in that position. Next, turn the Tx power switch back to the ON position which should be followed by three audible tones and ﬂ ashes of the Tx power LED. The rotational direction of the ch6 servo should now be reversed. Repeat this process to again reverse

the rotational direction of ch6.

TRIMS

A “trim” lever is included for each of the main controls, located adjacent to the respective stick.

The aileron, elevator, and rudder trim levers are digital in function, and always rest at center position. Brieﬂ y deﬂ ecting the lever to either direction away from center will cause the respective servo output to ﬁ nely rotate to one direction, and will be accompanied by an audible tone. Pressing and holding the trim lever will cause the servo output to move repeatedly. During a ﬂ ight, when the main sticks are released and spring back to center position, the aircraft should ideally not veer in any direction. If the aircraft does veer in a particular direction, click the respective trim lever until the aircraft maintains a straight attitude on its own.

The throttle trim lever is analog in function, and can move mechanically up or down and rest at any point in the range. Moving the throttle trim lever slightly up or down will ﬁ nely adjust the engine or motor at low speeds. For safety reasons, it’s a good idea to use throttle trim when controlling the engine/motor at very low speed while on the ground. For aircraft with glow engines, the precise position of the trim lever is helpful when determining the engine’s preferred idle point. The throttle trim lever is not active when the main throttle stick is above the center point.

REVERSING SWITCHES

Four reversing switches are built into the Tx, one for each main channel. Each switch can reverse the rotational direction of the servo that is connected to the respective channel.

This is often a much easier method for changing the direction of a servo’s movement as opposed to altering the mechanical connections between the model’s surface and the servo. Refer to the model’s instructions for speciﬁ c details.

DUAL RATE SWITCH

The travel distance of the servos for the aileron, elevator, and rudder channels can be changed at anytime by using the switch marked AIL ELE RUD D/R, located above the right stick. This switch will change the travel distance of all three channels at the same time (not separately). With the switch in one position, each channel’s servo will be capable of rotating through its full travel range (100%). Moving the switch to the opposite position will limit the rotational range of each channel’s servo to 60% of its maximum rotational range. Placing the dual-rate switch in one position can allow for better control of the model while on the ground, at low altitudes, or while performing certain maneuvers. Moving the switch to the opposite position can allow for optimum control of the aircraft in mid-ﬂ ight.

ADJUSTABLE STICKS

The length of both gimbal sticks can be adjusted as desired. Loosen the set screw inside the center of the stick with a 2mm hex wrench. Rotate the stick end counter-clockwise to lengthen the stick, or clockwise to shorten the stick. Once the desired stick length is found, tighten the set screw with the hex wrench.

CHARGE JACK

WARNING!! Do NOT attempt to recharge alkaline batteries! The charge jack should ONLY be used if rechargeable cells are used in the transmitter.

The TTX600 includes a built-in charge jack for convenient recharging of NiCd or NiMH batteries, and is compatible with charge leads designed for Futaba (HCAP0101). This jack is NOT compatible with charge leads for Hitec®, Airtronics®, JR® or Spektrum® radios.

brand transmitters

To use the charge jack with optional rechargeable batteries, ﬁ rst remove the sticker that covers the charge jack on the side of the Tx – making sure not to allow any object to be inserted inside the jack itself. Next, insert the cells inside the Tx’s battery compartment noting proper polarity. Make sure the transmitter’s power switch is in the OFF position. Connect a compatible charge lead to the jack and follow the instructions included with the charger for charging of NiCd or NiMH batteries that are rated at 4.8V.

Tactic’s optional TACP1000 rechargeable battery and wall charger kit includes eight “AA” size rechargeable NiMH cells and 110V AC wall charger, which is compatible with this Tx and can be found at local retailers. Make sure to follow the instructions included with the charge kit.

WARNING!! It’s not recommended to charge batteries at greater than 1 amp through this charge jack. Fast charging of NiCd and NiMH batteries should ONLY be done with chargers that are

speciﬁ cally designed to include the peak-detection function which can automatically stop charge when full charge is detected. Misuse, improper charging, or over-charging of rechargeable cells can result in damage to the cells that could include cell rupture, explosion, or ﬁ re!!

TRAINER FUNCTION

The TTX600 Tx includes a built-in wireless trainer function – no trainer cable

required! This trainer system connects a teacher’s Tactic Tx to a student’s Tactic Tx by wireless connection. Tactic’s wireless trainer function is not compatible with trainer systems in any other brand radios.

IMPORTANT! Before attempting to ﬂ y the airplane, it’s very important

to make sure all reversing switches and trim lever adjustments on the

student’s Tx match the settings on the teacher’s Tx! Otherwise, the

airplane could suddenly veer off in an unwanted manner when the teacher’s trainer switch is pressed. Proper matching of the student and teacher’s Tx settings should ensure that no unexpected movements occur when the trainer switch is pressed. This is especially true of the throttle control!

1. The Tx that was used to set up the controls on the aircraft must be used by the TEACHER.

2. The student must use a separate Tactic Tx with wireless trainer function.

3. Place the teacher and student’s transmitters within 1 meter of each other, and make sure the throttle stick for each Tx is set to idle.

4. Turn ON the power switch for the Tx being held by the student.

5. Pull and hold the trainer switch on the teacher’s Tx, and then turn ON the teacher’s Tx power switch.

6. The LED on the teacher’s Tx will ﬂ ash 3 times to indicate it has become bound with the student’s Tx.

7. The teacher can then release his trainer switch.

8. Once both transmitters are bound together, power can be applied to the receiver to prepare for ﬂ ight.

When the training session has ended, with the model on the ground and all power removed from the model, place both transmitters within 1 meter of each other and simply turn the power switch for both transmitters to the OFF position. This will terminate the wireless link between both transmitters. If additional training will be performed again, return to step 1 above to re-establish the wireless link between the teacher and student’s transmitters.

ELEVON & V-TAIL MIXING FUNCTIONS

The TTX600 includes elevon and V-tail mixing functions, which can be turned on or off. “Elevon” control consists of a mixture between the elevator and aileron channels, and is useful for certain types of aircraft (such as a ﬂ ying wing). “V-tail” control consists of a mixture between the elevator and rudder channels and is useful for aircraft which have a V-tail. The default setting for all mixing will be “off”. To change the mix setting:

1. With the Tx power switch off, move the right stick to the bottom-right corner, and the left stick to the bottom-left corner.

V-Tail Mixing

2. While holding the sticks in these positions, turn the Tx power switch ON.

3. The LED should ﬂ ash, and if

accompanied by two audible

tones the V-tail mixing function will now be turned ON. If you do not wish to again change this setting, proceed to the next section.

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Left Rudder

Right Rudder Up Elevator

4. To cancel V-tail mixing and activate elevon mixing, turn off the transmitter and

repeat the above procedure. When the ﬂ ashing LED is accompanied by three

audible tones the elevon mixing will be active.

Aileron Function

Elevon Mixing

Elevator Function

5. To cancel all mixes, repeat this procedure again. When the ﬂ ashing LED is

accompanied by a single audible tone, all mixes will be off.

Each time the mix setting is changed, be sure to check that all controls move in the proper direction for the model. It may be necessary to change the setting of the aileron, elevator, or rudder reversing switch to achieve the proper throw directions for the model. If the elevator and aileron functions or the rudder and elevator functions appear reversed at the control surfaces, it may be necessary to swap the channel 1 and 2 servo plug positions for the elevon mix or the channel 2 and 4 servo plug positions for the V-tail mix.

TR624 RECEIVER & FLIGHT EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION (if applicable)

RECEIVER (Rx)

Mount the receiver as speciﬁ ed in the model’s instructions. It’s important to keep the Rx as far away from the engine/motor, servos, and ESC and other electronic items as possible. To prevent the Rx from becoming damaged, it might be acceptable to mount it inside certain models using Velcro®. In certain cases, wrapping the Rx with foam rubber can help to prevent damage from occurring due to vibration, but foam rubber can prevent adequate airﬂ ow from passing over the receiver in warm

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