Tactic TTX650 6-Ch SLT User Manual

TTX650

TM

2.4GHz 6-CHANNEL

COMPUTER RADIO
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Tactic’s TTX650 computer transmitter uses
the advanced 2.4GHz spread spectrum SLT
“Secure Link Technology” protocol for solid,
interference-free control of R/C models. Ball­bearing gimbals, a wireless trainer system,
20 model memories, and advanced program­ming options are just a few of the benefits
which can be used on models of all sizes.
Tactic 2.4GHz transmitters are compatible
only with Tactic brand receivers and those
utilizing the SLT protocol.

™

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
modification will void your warranty.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SLT TECHNOLOGY, Tx-R, AND COMPATIBLE RECEIVERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

RECEIVER INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

TTX650 POWER SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Charge Jack and Rechargeable Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Power LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

FLIGHT CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Gimbal Sticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Stick Tension and Throttle Ratchet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Case Separation and Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Digital Stick Trims. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Toggle Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

HOME SCREEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

MENUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

LCD AND PROGRAMMING CONTROLS, MENU NAVIGATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

SYSTEM SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

User Name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Stick Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Beep Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Battery Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

MODEL SETUP MENU – AIRPLANES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Model Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Model Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Wing Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Flap Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Tail Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Trim Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

SETTINGS MENU – AIRPLANES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Servo Set (reverse, sub-trim, travel limits) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Dual-Rates and Exponential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

CH5 and CH6 Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Throttle Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Throttle Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Aileron Differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Aileron Mixer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Rudder Mixer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Flap Mixer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Air Brake Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Programmable Mixer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Rf Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

MODEL SETUP MENU – HELICOPTERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Swash Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

SETTINGS MENU – HELICOPTERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Servo Set, Dual-Rates, Exponential, RF Output, Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Throttle Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Throttle Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Throttle Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Pitch Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Gyro Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Swash Mixing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Throttle Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Rudder Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Swash Ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Programmable Mixer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

LINK THE RX TO THE TX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

FAILSAFE FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

WIRELESS TRAINER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

RANGE TEST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

FIRMWARE UPDATES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

WARNING INDICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

SYSTEM CHECK AND OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

FLYING THE AIRCRAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

TTX650 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

SAFETY GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

FCC STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

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Carrying

Handle

Switch B

Switch F

Switch E

Switch A

LED Power

Indicator

Pushbuttons

Firmware

Upgrade

Jack

Charge Jack

Antenna

Switch H

Switch C

Switch D

Neck Strap
Eyelet

Trim Levers

Power
Switch

LCD

4

Firmware

Upgrade

Jack

Charge Jack

SLT TECHNOLOGY, Tx-R,
AND COMPATIBLE RECEIVERS

Tactic’s custom SLT technology ensures that transmitters emit a strong, clear, frequency-

hopping 2.4GHz signal, and that your compatible receiver accepts no signal except yours.

Binding Tactic brand receivers is as simple as pushing a button,
which creates a locked-in, interference free link. The TTX650

™

radio can store up to 20 models in memory, making it perfect

to control a full fl eet of models with the super-affordable Tactic
brand 2.4GHz receivers. The TTX650 is also compatible with non-Tactic brand receivers
which use the *SLT protocol, for the ultimate in convenience and fl exibility.

* Make sure optional receivers have the genuine SLT protocol before use with the TTX650.

TM

The TTX650 is also compatible with all transmitter-ready

aircraft bearing the “Tx-R” logo. Such aircraft include
receivers having the SLT protocol.

RECEIVER INSTALLATION

Always mount the optional receiver, servos, switch harness, battery, electronic speed
control, etc. as explained in the manual included with such equipment and/or the model.
Keep the Rx and its antenna(s) as far away from the engine/motor, servos, and ESC
and other electronic items as much as possible. It may also be a good idea to mount the
Rx inside certain models using Velcro,® and wrap it in foam rubber to prevent damage
from strong vibrations or crash damage (except in extremely warm environments). It’s
best to have as few items surrounding the receiver’s antenna tips as possible inside the
model, to allow for the most obstruction-free signal path to the transmitter. Exposing the
receiver’s antenna tip outside the model is recommended if possible. For receivers with
two antennas, position the antennas at 90 degree angles with the tips resting at least 5
inches apart. If possible, allow one antenna to point vertically above the receiver itself.

TTX650 POWER SYSTEM

INPUT POWER

Four 1.5V “AA” alkaline cells (included) or 1.2V “AA” NiCd or NiMH cells supply power to
the TTX650. Do not mix cell types, or old and new cells, etc. Slide open the battery door
to fi nd the four “AA” cell battery holder. Insert all cells with the proper polarity as shown
inside the battery holder. Carefully tuck the wires and battery holder inside the battery
compartment so not to damage them when closing the battery door.

Alternatively, an assembled 4.8V NiCd or NiMH “AA” fl at pack can be installed. Remove
the alkaline cell holder from the battery compartment and carefully observe the polarity

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of the wires before disconnecting the plug from the Tx. Install the NiCd or NiMH
battery by fi rst inserting its connector into the jack in the battery compartment.

Battery voltage is shown on the LCD’s home screen for easy monitoring. A “LOW BATTERY”
warning will show when battery power drops to the voltage value shown in the BATTERY
ALARM screen as described on page 12.

A “Tx Batt.” timer in the TIMER menu described on page 28 can track the total amount
of time the transmitter has been operational.

See the ACCESSORIES section on page 44 for optional batteries and chargers available
at local hobby retailers.

CHARGE JACK AND CHARGING
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

TTX650 Charge Jack

Cycling of the Tx batteries can be accomplished through this jack. 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!!

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. Never mix used and new alkaline batteries. Replace weak alkaline
batteries, or re-charge NiCd or NiMH batteries before attempting a fl ight!

The charge jack should only be used for recharging optional NiCd or NiMH

batteries (charger not included). Do not try to recharge alkaline batteries.

Charge adapter leads for Futaba® brand transmitters are compatible, with the

center pin being positive polarity. The Tx power switch must be in the OFF
position to recharge batteries. Do not charge batteries at greater than 1 amp.

WARNING! Do not accidentally short circuit the terminals inside the charge
jack, as this can cause permanent damage to the radio’s charge circuitry and
battery and void the warranty.

POWER LED

The blue LED illuminates when the power switch is turned on and ample voltage is

supplied by the battery. This LED will fl ash if battery voltage drops to the voltage set in
the BATTERY ALARM setting described on page 12.

FLIGHT CONTROLS

Channels 1– 6 are fully proportional. Channels 5 and 6 can be controlled by a non­proportional switch or mixed to channels 1– 4 for full proportional control.

Aircraft control is accomplished through various electro-mechanical devices which are
manipulated by the pilot, such as the control sticks and toggle switches. In addition, the

Tx can automatically manipulate the pilot’s control inputs electronically to alter the control

signals before they are delivered to the receiver (e.g. mixing two channels, applying

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differential reduction to a channel, etc.). Some electronic functions can be turned on/off
by the pilot during fl ight such as a timer. Other functions should only be altered while the
model is on the ground, such as changing travel limits or reversing for a particular channel.

GIMBAL STICKS

Ball-bearing construction allows both sticks to provide the
ultimate in smooth, precise control. Stick length can be adjusted
for optimum feel and control. Each stick consists of a base and
a tip. To adjust, hold the base tightly, then loosen the tip by
turning it counter-clockwise. Adjust the stick tip to the desired
length. Tighten the stick by holding the tip in place and turning
the base counter-clockwise until it’s tight against the tip.

STICK TENSION AND
THROTTLE RATCHET

Each control stick can be adjusted for softer or stiffer movement tension. A ratchet is
also included for the throttle stick which can be adjusted for feel depending on personal
preference. Adjustment of either feature requires removal of the rear of the Tx case as
explained in the CASE SEPARATION AND ASSEMBLY section below.

CASE SEPARATION AND ASSEMBLY

WARNING! Failure to follow these instructions for separating and
re-assembling the Tx case can result in permanent damage to the
transmitter, and void the warranty. Contact Hobby Services if you do not
feel comfortable that you can safely and accurately perform these steps.

ALWAYS disconnect and remove the batteries from the battery compartment
FIRST. Failure to do so can result in permanent damage to the Tx.

Remove the six screws from the back of the Tx case. Carefully pull the case rear
away from the case front and note exactly how all wires are routed inside the case.

After adjustments are made as described in other sections of this manual, close the
case by fi rst carefully tucking all cables back inside as when the case was opened.
Align the case rear back onto the case front, making sure that no wires are pinched

between the case parts. Press the case halves together. Insert the screws back

into their positions and carefully tighten them until snug - making sure not to cross
the threads or over-tighten the screws. Re-connect the battery holder’s connector
to the socket inside the Tx. Insert the battery into the compartment, and carefully
tuck the wires inside the cavity so they do not become pinched when the door is
closed. Close the battery door.

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● Stick Tension: Silver screws on the back of each gimbal are
used to adjust the stick tension, as shown at left. Turn the
screw clockwise to make stick tension more fi rm. Turn the
screw counter-clockwise to make stick tension more light.

● Throttle Ratchet: A silver ratchet bar is mounted across the

throttle gimbal. For airplane use, a more fi rm ratchet feel might
be desired for the throttle. In this case, turn the adjustment
screw clockwise. For helicopter use, less of a ratchet feel might
be desired. Turn this adjustment screw counter-clockwise to
achieve the desired feel.

DIGITAL STICK TRIMS

The trim controls for the four main channels are digital. Holding

the trim lever will cause the servo output to move repeatedly.

Trim positions are visible on the LCD’s home screen, and stored

into that respective memory. Changing the model memory will
also cause trim settings to change accordingly.

For aircraft with glow engines, the precise position of the trim

lever is helpful when determining the engine’s preferred idle
point. When the main throttle stick is above 50% full throttle, it

will not be possible to trim the throtle servo – even though the

indicator on the LCD will move.

The amount of servo movement for each increment of a digital

trim can be adjusted as desired, as explained in the TRIM SETTING section on page 18.

TOGGLE SWITCHES

Each switch can be assigned to control one of a variety of functions as desired and
described throughout this manual. See page 4 for the location of all switches, which are
also marked on the Tx by letter. The factory default switch assignments are as follows:

Default Function

Switch Type

A 2-position Ch2 Elevator Dual-rate Timer Control
B 2-position (No Setting) Gyro Gain
C 3-position (No Setting) (No Setting)
D 2-position Ch1 Aileron Dual-rate Aileron, Elevator, and Rudder
Dual-rates (All)
E 3-position Ch4 Rudder Dual-rate Normal/Idle-up Control
F 2-position, Momentary Trainer Throttle Cut
H 2-position Throttle Cut Throttle Hold

Airplane

Default Function

Helicopters

ANTENNA

The strongest signals are emitted at a 45 degree angle from the sides of the antenna.

Rotate and fold the antenna so that it’s not pointing directly towards the model during

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fl ight. Do not grab the antenna during operation as it may affect radio signal quality.

HOME SCREEN

The factory default screen and menus will be for airplanes.

See the next section for navigating and changing menus for
model type and other functions.

1. Memory Number 5. Timer

2. Model Name 6. Trim Indicators

3. Battery Voltage 7. Signal Status

4. Model Type

MENUS

The TTX650 has three types of menus.

The SYSTEM SETUP menu allows for setting basic operational

functions for the radio itself.

Selecting and managing the model memories, confi guring
the radio for the structure of the airplane or helicopter, etc. is
done in the MODEL SETUP menu. Most functions apply for
both airplanes and helicopters. Select functions are available
for airplanes only or helicopters only.

1

>NAME

01

4

6

6

2

3

5.3V

5

OOO

RF-ON

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SYSTEM SETUP

USER NAME :
STICK MODE:
CONTRAST :
BEEP VOL. :
BATT.ALARM:

TACTIC

MODE2

MODEL SETUP

MODEL SELECT

MODEL MANAGEMENT

SWASH TYPE
CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS
WARNINGS

0
0

4.8v

SETTINGS

SERVO SET

DUAL, EXPO
CH5 AND CH6 SET
THROTTLE CURVE
THROTTLE CUT

Setting various radio functions to control the model is done in the SETTINGS menu.
Some settings apply for both airplanes and helicopters. Select settings are available for
airplanes only or helicopters only.

SERVO SET
DUAL, EXPO
CH5 AND CH6 SET

THROTTLE CUT

THROTTLE HOLD

SETTINGS

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LCD, PROGRAMMING CONTROLS,
MENU NAVIGATION

The LCD contrast is adjustable for optimum viewing. Six pushbuttons navigate the menus

and settings. Single button pushes will result in a single incremental adjustment on-screen.
Holding a button for a short time will result in slow scrolling of adjustments; continued
holding will result in fast adjustments.

AILE

1

ELEV

2

THRO

3

RUDD

4

AUX1

5

AUX2

6

Left side buttons:

Press any time to see the servo position screen shown above. Indicators

for certain channels will change depending on model type, wing type, etc.
Moving any Tx control will graphically be shown on this screen. When
setting / adjusting mixes to determine if the mix is as desired, set the mix
and then view this screen. Move all controls to determine if the mix moves
each respective channel as needed.

Quickly resets certain values and settings back to factory defaults. Press

to backspace in the model and user name screens.

0

%

0

%
0%
0%
0%
0%

AILE

10%

ELEV

2

THRO

3 58%

RUDD

40%

GYRO

50%

PITC

6 58%

-

-

-

-

0

%

10

Jumps back to the previous screen, and removes certain pop-up messages

from the screen.

Right side buttons: adjustment of values on-screen

Moves the cursor up, and for increasing highlighted values/settings.

Moves the cursor down, and for decreasing highlighted values/settings.

To select or de-select a setting, or enter a screen. Press briefl y to access

the SETTINGS menu. Press and hold to access the MODEL SETUP menu.

SYSTEM SETUP

SYSTEM SETUP

Fundamental settings for the transmitter are located in this
menu. With the power switch in the OFF position, press and
hold ENTER, turn the power switch ON and wait for the
SYSTEM SETUP screen to show. Move the cursor and press
ENTER to select any setting. Press or to change
settings. Press ENTER to confi rm the setting.

USER NAME
USER:

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP
QRSTUVWXYZabcdefghi
jklmnopqrstuvwxyz01

character. Selecting or can move the cursor freely. Repeat as necessary for up to
8 characters. Pressing CLEAR will move the cursor back one space and erase the
character in that space. Press ESC when fi nished.

USER NAME

Enter your name to identify the
radio. The cursor will be under the
fi rst character to enter. Press
or to fi nd the desired character,
then ENTER to confi rm. The cursor
will automatically move to the next

STICK MODE

The TTX650 is factory set to Mode 2 confi guration, but can

be changed to Mode 1 (elevator on left, throttle on right). To
change modes in the programming, move the cursor to the
STICK MODE line, highlight and press ENTER, then press

or . Press ENTER to confi rm.

USER NAME :
STICK MODE:
CONTRAST :
BEEP VOL. :
BATT.ALARM:

NORMAL STICK CONFIGURATIONS

LEFT

STICK

Rudder

Mode1: Elevator
Mode2: Throttle

TACTIC

MODE2

0
0

4.8v

RIGHT
STICK

Aileron

Mode1: Throttle
Mode2: Elevator

In addition to programming changes, stick mode changes require reversal of the throttle
ratchet and elevator arm/spring. Refer to the CASE SEPARATION AND ASSEMBLY
section on page 7 for opening and safely re-assembling the case after the mechanical
adjustments are made. Failure to do this properly can cause permanent damage to

the radio and void the warranty.

Throttle Ratchet: The long metal

bar resting across the throttle gimbal
must be moved to the other gimbal.
Carefully remove the screws at each
end of the bar. Re-locate the bar to
the other gimbal and install across
the ratcheted surface of the gimbal.
Re-install both screws. Carefully
install the screw at top until snug –

do not over-tighten! The screw at

bottom should be tightened until the
vertical movement of this stick has the
desired amount of resistance.

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Elevator arm and spring: The black plastic arm and spring
must be re-located from the elevator gimbal to the opposite
gimbal. Using a pair of needle nose pliers or hemostats,
carefully grip the end of the spring which is looped over
the end of the black plastic arm and gently lift it off the arm.

Then slide the spring towards the center of the gimbal to

remove it from the gimbal. Set the spring aside.

Raise the plastic arm to a vertical position. Slide the arm
towards the center of the gimbal to remove it from its
mounting pin.

Rotate the arm 180 degrees to mount it to the opposite
gimbal. While in the vertical position, slide the arm over the
mounting pin on the opposite gimbal. Lay the arm down
across the gimbal.

Gripping one loop on the end of the spring with pliers or hemostat, carefully lower the
opposite loop of the spring into the gimbal to slide it over the appropriate mounting pin.
With the spring holding onto the pin inside the gimbal, carefully stretch the spring and
hook the loop over the end of the plastic arm. Confi rm the arm and spring are mounted
properly by moving this stick and ensuring all movement is smooth but with resistance
from the spring.

Close the transmitter as explained in the CASE SEPARATION AND ASSEMBLY section.

CONTRAST

Adjust the LCD’s contrast level for optimum viewing.

BEEP VOLUME

Adjust the loudness of the radio’s beeper as desired. This volume setting affects all
tones that are emitted from the radio including while making adjustments such as trim
adjustments, programming changes, etc. Beep volume for all alarms is not adjustable.

BATTERY ALARM

An alarm will sound and the display will show “LOW BATTERY” when the Tx battery’s
voltage drops to the level shown in this setting. Do NOT set this value too low, as the
radio could lose power very rapidly as the battery nears full discharge and cause a loss
of control of the model. Land the model immediately once this alarm has sounded!

Battery type

Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd)
or Nickel-Metal
Hydride (NiMH)

Alkaline 4.00V 4.00V 3.60V

Default Recommended Minimum

4.00V 4.40V 4.00V

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Once all functions in this menu are set, press ESC to return to the home screen.

MODEL SETUP MENU – AIRPLANES

From the home screen, press and hold ENTER for 2 seconds
to fi nd the MODEL SETUP menu which is for setting of
fundamental operating parameters as shown here.

MODEL SELECT

MODEL SETUP

MODEL MANAGEMENT

WING TYPE
CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS

MODEL SELECT

Memories are available to store parameters for up to 20 different models. This screen is
for selecting the model to be active. Move the cursor to fi nd the desired model to make
active, and press ENTER. You will be forced to select a model type (airplane or heli).

The radio will automatically return to the home screen.

Changing the model memory is not possible if the Tx battery
voltage is too low. See the INPUT POWER section on page

5. It’s a good idea to keep a record of all settings for each
memory as a backup in case parameters in a particular
memory are accidentally changed, etc.

WARNINGS

MODEL

SELECT

01 : GeeBee

02 : Axe 100
03 : Extra
04 : Ci rrus
05 : Novus
06 : Y ak-54

MODEL MANAGEMENT

Mode 1 Management[0 1 ]
Ty pe: A irplane
Name:
Copy
Reset
Erase

MODEL TYPE

AIRPLANE HELICOPTER

Name: Move the cursor to this line and press ENTER. The method for setting the
model name is the same as for entering the USER NAME as described on page 11. The
maximum number of characters is six. Press ESC when fi nished.

GeeBee

Shows basic information regarding
the model setup in the memory
number shown at top in brackets.
Move the cursor up or down to select
/ change the function to adjust, and
press ENTER to enter the function
screen.

Type: Press or to select the
model type as airplane or helicopter.
Press ENTER to confi rm.

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Copy: To copy all parameters from one model memory to another, place the cursor over

“Copy” and press ENTER. The “COPY FROM” page will show. Highlight the memory to

copy FROM and press ENTER. Now the “COPY TO” page will show.

01 : GeeBee

02 : Axe 100
03 : Extra

COPY
FROM

CONTINUE? NO YES

04 : Ci rrus
05 : Novus
06 : Y ak-54

Place the cursor over the memory number to copy TO, and press ENTER. The confi rmation
screen will show.

To NOT proceed with the copy function as shown on-screen, highlight “NO” and press

ENTER to cancel and return to the main MODEL MANAGEMENT screen.

01 : GeeBee

03 : Extra

01 : GeeBee
02 : Axe 100

03 : Extra

04 : Ci rrus

COPY

TO

Otherwise, press to highlight “YES” and press
ENTER. All settings that previously existed in the
receiving memory will be permanently erased.

The display will return to the main MODEL

MANAGEMENT screen. Return to the MODEL
SELECT screen to confi rm the copy function was
successful by looking at the memory that was
copied “to”.

05 : Novus
06 : Y ak-54

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01 : GeeBee

02 : Axe 100
03 : Extra

MODEL
RESET

CONTINUE? NO YES

04 : Ci rrus
05 : Novus
06 : Y ak-54

05 : Novus

Reset: To change the parameters of any single
memory except model type and model name use
this reset function. Enter this screen, move the
cursor over the memory to reset and press ENTER.
Select “NO” to cancel or “YES” to proceed with the
reset, and press ENTER.

Erase: Use the erase function to completely clear
all settings in any single memory to factory default
settings. The method for selecting, cancelling, and
approving this function is the same as for reset.

You will be forced to select a model type before

proceeding (airplane or helicopter).

WING TYPE

This is for setting the type of tail and wing confi guration for

the model. Depending on the mixes used and setup of the
aircraft, it might be necessary to change the aileron, elevator,
or rudder reversing settings to achieve the proper throw
directions for the model.

FLAP
TAIL

FLAP SETTINGS

The “FLAP” setting allows for confi guration of the ailerons and/or fl aps of the airplane.

Move the cursor over “1AI” to select from the following options:

1AI: Use this “1 aileron” setting for normal wing types having one aileron on each

wing, where by utilizing a Y-harness one servo input controls the movements of both
servos simultaneously.

1AI1FL: This “1 aileron + 1 fl ap” setting is for wings having one servo that controls the

ailerons on both wings, and another servo (or 2 servos on a Y-harness) that controls
the fl aps on both wings (both servos moving in the same direction). Connect the
aileron servo to Rx channel 1, and the fl ap servo to channel 5. (Not available for delta.)

2AI: This “2 ailerons” setting is for airplanes having one aileron servo for each wing.
Connect one aileron servo to Rx channel 1, and the other to channel 6. This setting
allows each aileron servo to function independently of the other.

2AI1FL: This “2 ailerons + 1 fl ap” setting is for airplanes having two separate aileron
servos, requiring one servo to control each aileron, and also one servo (or 2 servos
on a Y-harness) that will control fl aps for both wings simultaneously. (Not available
for 2 elev tail settings.)

1AI

Normal

TAIL SETTINGS

“Normal” is the factory default setting for the “TAIL” type. Move the cursor over “Normal”,

press ENTER then or to select from V-Tail, Delta (elevon), and 2 Elevator options.
Press ENTER to confi rm the selection. The charts below can aid in determining the
preferred tail and fl ap setting for the model.

Airplane - Normal Tail

1AIL/ 2AIL/
1AIL 1FLAP 2AIL 1FLAP

CH1 AIL AIL AIL AIL
CH2 ELEV ELEV ELEV ELEV
CH3 THRO THRO THRO THRO
CH4 RUDD RUDD RUDD RUDD
CH5 AUX1 FLAP AUX1 FLAP
CH6 AUX2 AUX2 AIL2 AIL2

Normal: One servo each is used
for aileron(s), elevator(s), and
rudder.

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