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1. lt Aileron operation gt GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS To prevent damaging the swash linkage Open SWASH RING function for 1 second If BASIC again by simultaneous operation of the D y P Hae to 2nd page of ADVANCE menu ailerons and elevators set the limit point where swash throw stops to SWASH RING Activate the function to MIK to ON Adjust the rate at the maximum swash 2 72 the function tilt by simultaneous operation of the Adust the rate to RATE to 90 ailerons and elevators Ex 90 96 Setting up the Normal Flight Condition The Normal flight condition is typically utilized for hovering The throttle and collective pitch curves are adjusted to provide consistent engine RPM despite the increase decrease in collective pitch of the blades This keeps the engine from bogging down under excessive load like trying to accelerate a car on a steep hill in 5th gear or excessive RPM under insufficient load like flooring the throttle while in neutral risking engine damage As the 2 curves and revo mixing are all interrelated we will discuss all three first then complete a sample setup Note that the normal throttle pitch and revo curves are all available in the BASIC menu for simplicity These may also be updated later in the ADVANCE menu with the settings for the other 4 conditions idle up 1 IDL1 idle up 2 IDL2 and idle up 3 IDL3 plus throttle hold HOLD
2. oR Dual Triple Rates and Exponential D R EXP Ao basket 42 BUTTERFLY SOOO e eee meee eee eee EEE HEHE HEHEHE EH EEE SETHE EH ESE SESE EEE ES EEED 87 TIMER Submenu 00 0 ccc cc cceccsseesscesseeseceneeens 45 cit Aan GLIDI2A 2F ae Pel I G a ae ss Auxiliary Channel assignments and CH9 reverse AUK 3 SU hoaia ON enai i a A AN 46 SPOILER MIK sssseeeesseeeesssteesseteeneetetnseeen 83 TRAINER 47 OFFSETS Additional flight conditions sieeGutevenaetasenses 84 TRIM and SUBRI tg START DELAY GUIDCIRIF only nnn 85 SERWO Display cracino a an ree Fail Saf Batten FailSafe FO T 0 cseeeeeeeeesessssnsnsosseeeenenesesnasessseaseceeeees PSAL ane Baten PANSES gt Channel 3 s function selection CONDITION FUNCTION 88 75 GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC 4 CHANNEL Aileron Flap Rudder Elevator GLIDER This guideline is intended to help you get acquainted with the radio to give you a jump start on using your new radio and to give you some ideas and direction in how to do even more with this powerful system than you may have already considered It follows our basic format of all programming pages a big picture overview of what we re trying to accomplish a by name description of the steps to help acquaint you with the radio and a step by step instruction to leave out the mystery and challenge of setting up your model For additional details on utilizing each function see that function s section in this manual the
3. Throttle Mixing THROTTLE MIX LTHEOTTLE ML This function can be set for each flight condition and is used to correct the MLE IHH tendency of the model to change altitude when the rotor is tilted by aileron AIL TH ELESTH RUD TH elevator and rudder controls HORM A 8 ax IDLik 6 0 B az az IDL2k 0 5 0 0 ax IDLSk 6 04 B Ax az Adjustability e Mixing may be set from 0 to 100 for each flight condition GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Correct the tendency of the model to Open THROTTLE MIX function for 1 second If BASIC again change altitude to 2nd page of ADVANCE menu to THROTTLE MIX Cy Activate the function to MIK to ON Adjust the rate to IDLI AIL to TH to 10 Ex IDL1 AIL to TH 10 Repeat as needed O Where next HI LOW PIT see p 105 GOVERNOR set up see p 108 Swash Ring SWASH RING limits the swash plate travel to a fixed range SWASH FING This function limits the swash travel to prevent damaging the swash linkage by simultaneous operation of the ailerons and elevators It is effective in 3D MIAPINH aerobatics which use a large amount of travel CAILE Bz RATE HELA ELEU ote oa eSwash travel by simultaneous operation of eats the ailerons and elevators is limited within the circle SWASH RING rate Adjustability e Initial value 100 e Adjustment range 0 to 200 lt Elevator operation gt
4. 80 Cha ging mode ssinenarinisen imini aa 17 ANE RUDD iini a 81 Power Down mode ssssssssssssrseeseeressssessesesesssssesreresses 17 AILE FLAP GLID 2A 2F only 00 0 eee 82 CAMPac initializing and data conversion 9C 9CS to 10CG 17 SPOILER MIR oii cn chet ea 83 Radio Installation amp Range Checking e 18 OFFSETS Additional flight conditions 00 84 Transmitter Displays and Buttons 0 ceeeeeeeee 23 START DELAY GLID WA 1F only oe 85 Warning and Error Displays cccccesccscssesseseeeeees 24 CAMBER MIK iiss cstect citi esa codetors ceamsnudbeacotisiasan antesnenss 85 CAMBER FLAP iiia eo a 86 BOUTIER iir aa eaitieutio 87 Nap OF Functions na Tuun Channel s function selection GONDITION FUNETION 88 Quick Guide to Setting up a 4 channel Airplane 27 ACRO BASIC MENU FUNCTIONS oa 30 HELICOPTER FUNCTIONS artseteresens areerennn 89 MODEL Submenu MODEL SELECT COPY NAME d eaor contents and ae Pr nee info Tor ekon PARAMETER Submenu RESET TYPE MODUL ATL AILE 2 THR Getting Started with a Basic Helicopter PEIPER TIAE 90 REV CONTRAST BACK LIGHT HOME DISP USER NAME 33 HELI SPECIFIC BASIC MENU FUNCTIONS 93 MAA ics ices teen AE E S ATENEA 38 MODEL TYPE PARAMETERS submenu 93 Servo REVERSE 0 00 00 cece ccceccseceseeeeees 38 SWASH AFR swashplate surface direction and travel ENDPOINT ninaa a ver wean 39 correction
5. to MIK to ACT ry optional adjust the travels separately to ELET to 95 or the 2 servos as elevators Ex set Repeat as necessary for other servos left to 95 Close menu Where next Adjust END POINTS see p 32 and SUB TRIMS see p 49 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 Set up ELEW FLAP mix see p 62 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba re com faq 58 Snap Rolls at the flick of a switch SNAP ROLL ACRO SHAP FOLLI 1 F L13 This function allows you to execute snap rolls by flipping a switch providing MIINH the same input every time It also removes the need to change dual rates on the SOFE MODEFEREE gt channels prior to performing a snap as SNAP ROLL always takes the servos to EL EU b 1 Gt DIR Shlt kHLILL the same position regardless of dual rates inputs held during the snap etc RUDD 1687 2FHULL Note Every aircraft snaps differently due to its C G control throws moments etc Some models snap without aileron others snap on elevator alone Most models snap most precisely with a combination of all 3 surfaces Additionally rate of speed and acceleration when using the snap switch will affect how the model snaps For information on using gyros with airplanes for cleaner precision maneuvers such as snaps and spins without over rotation see p 74 Adjustability e Travel Adjust the amount of elevator aileron
6. to All2 to 50 Repeat for FLP1 and 2 ELEV KNOB null Close the function End END Note knob is assignable campenmmy 0 O O oo Where next viw additional model setups on the internet www futaba rc com faq 84 START DELAY GLID 1A 1F only START DELAY START DELAY automatically switches the offset trims OFFSET from the START MIXeIHH condition s trims to the normal condition s trims after the delay time max 10sec ys This delay time set by the flly item when activating the START condition It is ELEN HERA convenient for hand launch glider RUDDY Se i AILE FLAPR 5 NOTE The same delay amount for elevator and rudder is recommended when using V tail function Adjustability e Delay time flly range of 0 to 100 The delay time is 10 second at 100 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Ex delay time 5 second Open ADVANCE menu then open START for 1 second If ADVANGE again function A a DELAY rujictian to START DELIY Activate the function to MIX to OFF or ON Set the delay time to BLEW to 50 x 0 a Ex 50 each surface to RUDD to 50 Repeat as needed Camber Mixing CAMBER MIX GLID CAMBER MI This function adjusts the mixing rate of camber operation which operates the oxy HORML Wing camber ailerons and flaps in the negative and positive directions The oe START aileron flap and elevator rates can also be adjusted indepen
7. to change first character Close the MODEL submenu when done Wiis proper chamcter is displayed to move to next character and repeat to return to BASIC menu REVERSE servos as needed for proper In the BASIC menu open servo to REWERSE control operation z P 38 P REVERSE CX to choose REVERSE Choose desired servo and reverse its to H4 RUDD direction of travel er Ex reverse rudder servo so REN is highlighted Are you sure Displays LY for 1 second Repeat as needed to return to BASIC menu 76 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Adjust travels as needed to match In the BASIC menu choose ENDPOINT gt to ENDPOINT model s recommended throws usually listed as high rates P 39 Sto choose END POINT Adjust the servos end points to FLAP VR A s until travel as desired Q VR A Repeat as needed to D R ERP LF to choose D R EXP Ex flap servo Close the function side of the screen is the name of the exponential channel and the SWITCH position Ut A to up position Note screen reads ELEW you are adjusting Two or even three OF rates maybe set per channel by simply to DR choosing the desired SWITCH and oe programming percentages with the ELEVATOR STICK to set SSWITCH in each of its 2 3 positions ELEVATOR STICK to set Normally the same for both directions to ENP ELEVATOR STICK to set ELEVATOR STICK
8. der a evar paddler 3 T 5 A 5 spare spoiler 2 spare spoiler 2 combined spare spoiler 2 flap 1 amp aileron 2 flaps 2 servo spoiler mode SPOILER See p 83 V tail mixing mode See p 58 Tail T Using Second Aileron option second aileron servo output is sent to channels 5 and 6 ype and channels 3 and 6 AILE 2 See p 55 NORMAL V TAIL am ELE1 ELE CH4 RUD2 CH2 CH2 Wing Type GLID 1A 1F GLID 1A 1F ELEVON FLAPERON GLID 2A 1F GLID 2A 2F AIL2 FLP1 IFLP2 AlL1 LET ELES CH7 CH6 CH5 CH1 CH2 CH1 CH6 CH1 CH6 Receiver Output and Helicopter HELI Channel 1 spare gyro Swash Type H 1 FRONT Normal linkage type H 1 each servo linked to the swashplate independently pitch collective pitch spare governor CHARGING THE NiCd BATTERIES Charging Your System s Batteries spare mixture control spare spare 1 Connect the transmitter charging jack and airborne NiCd batteries to the transmitter and receiver connectors of the charger 2 Plug the charger into a wall socket 3 Check that the charger LED lights Charger TX Transmitter charging indicator RX Receiver charging indicator C To transmitter charging jack Receiver Ni Cd battery The initial charge and any charge after a complete discharge should be at least 18 hours to ensure full charge The batteries should be left on cha
9. e Safety Switch SAFE MOD a safety may be set up on your landing gear SWITCH preventing accidental snap rolls while the landing gear is down The safety switch is turned on and off with the landing gear SWITCH e ON the safety mechanism is activated when the landing gear SWITCH is in the same position when this feature is changed to ON Snap rolls will not be commanded even if the snap roll SWITCH is turned on with the gear SWITCH in this position When the landing gear SWITCH is moved to the opposite position snap rolls may be commanded e OFF activates the safety mechanism in the opposite position from the ON function e FREE the safety mechanism is completely turned off Snaps can be commanded regardless of the gear SWITCH POSITION Note The location of the safety switch always follows channel 5 If channel 5 is reassigned to switch C for example switch C is now the safety If channel 5 is nulled or used as the second aileron servo the safety function will not be available e Trainer Safety SNAP ROLL is automatically disabled when the trainer function is activated 59 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate SNAP ROLL Adjust elevator Open the SNAP ROLL function for 1 second If BASIC again travel to 55 rudder travel to 120 in f the right up snap Activate SAFE MOD so gt to SHAP RELL 5 snaps can not be performed when gear Activate the function to MIK to OFF or ON is down Adjust the travels as nee
10. not in H P cciich tence eeaianaacedices 95 Idle Management IDLE DOWN and THR CUT 40 Setting up the Normal Flight Condition 0 97 Dual Triple Rates and Exponential D R EXP 42 THR CUT specialized settings for helicopter specific TIMER Submicnh cca ieaie brihe 45 models Sann henna e aan A eed idiot tes 98 Auxiliary Channel assignments and CH9 reverse AUX CH 46 TRAINER oo cite seectirns e aA 47 HELI SPECIFIC ADVANGE MENU FUNCTIONS 99 TRIM and SUB TRIM cccccccccccccccccccccccscceccsceceeceseeees 48 THROTTLE HOLD oon ceeeeeteneeeeees 99 SERVO Display cccccccccsecssssscssseccsssecsssecsssseceseeen 49 THR CURVE PIT CURVE and REVO 100 Fail Safe and Battery FailSafe F S c scsccee 50 TQ O E hase Rieter E T 101 Trims offse ta inari ne E a E GN 102 ACRO ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS eseo I DEL ye te cee u ies ed ihre abe 103 Wille types on ste eee a tithes calor tectese ees 51 Hovering Setups o n 104 FLAPERON oe sicescsiciesesavapssrtciseat cisanscaiascacteematnermnantleirs 52 High low pitch ccccccccccscssesssssssssssssssssssssssssssseseseveeee 105 FLAP TRIM Sbipkeiet sesusssscussassecsssusssecsssusssecsssseseessenssseesee 53 Gyros and governors uneen 106 Aileron Differential AILE DIFF iad Rinna hehe n a ane 54 THROTTLE MIX 96 Using Twin Aileron Servos AILE 2 55 Pe e A E O 7 ELEWON sce tail types oo ccc ceececececseeeeeee
11. 102 Trim reset RESET electronically centers the trims to their default values Note that the SUB TRIM settings and the trim STEP rate are not reset by this command GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Reset trims to neutral after havingjOpen BASI menu then open TRIM for 1 second If ADVANCE again adjusted all linkages submenu i a NOTE This is one of several to TRIM functions for which the radio requires Request and confirm the reset SY for 1 second confirmation to make a change Bersemi Close Where next Adjust SUB TRIMS see p 49 Adjust trim rate STEP see below Adjust END POINTS see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EKP see p 42 Trim step STEP changes the rate at which the trim moves when the TRIM LEVER is activated It may be set from 1 to 40 units depending on the characteristics of the aircraft Most ordinary aircraft do well at about 2 to 10 units Generally larger trim steps are for models with large control throws or for first flights to ensure sufficient trim to properly correct the model Smaller trim steps are later used to allow very fine adjustments in flight GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Double the sensitivity larger step of Open TRIM submenu and choose the for 1 second If ADVANCE again the AILERON TRIM LEVERS for STEP you wish to change Ex aileron to TRIM C a first flight of an aerobatic model to ensure sufficient range to trim the mod
12. 27 CONTRAST MEE 91 MODEL a0 1 ZAG a1 MODEL AI 246 EACE Make Z yet 4 68 6 10 0v st 0 00 0 10 0y LIGHT MIH 2 sT2 10 00 90 sT2 10 00 90 URIP ror 4 68 Futab H Hro 4 68 Futab T HOME DISPRILLUST TIMER 0 00 aba TIMER 0 00 aba USER HAME P o e leaa l J ee leen A ILLUST mode THR PIT mode ILLUST displays the illustration of helicopter in the home screen default THR PIT displays the current throttle and pitch position in the home screen GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Change the display mode from ILLUST to Open BASIC menu then open for 1 second IF ADMENGE 25 again THR PIT PARAMETER submenu to PARAMETER G Go to HOME DISP and change setting to HOME DISP Ex THR PIT to THR PIT USER NAME assigns your transmitter s name which is displayed in the home screen play PARAMETER 22 gt Adjustability and values CONTRASTR 6 e Up to 10 characters long Ee eee aE 1 e Each character may be a letter number blank or a symbol e The default name assigned by the factory is the Futaba logo USER MAME HE GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Name USER NAME Futaba Open BASIC menu then open for 1 second If ADVANCE again PARAMETER submenu er R to PARAMETER Cy Go to USER NAME and select the first to 2nd page of menu character Ex _ to F to USERNAME Choose the next character to Choose the next character to change Repeat eee prior steps to co
13. 47 45 Auxiliary channel function including channel 9 10 controls AUX CH defines the relationship between the transmitter controls and the receiver output for channels 5 10 Also the CH9 10 POSI are used to change the CH9 10 servo direction Note that the CH9 10 functions are only visible in the AUX CH screen when 2 4H 10 H modulation is selected Channels 8 10 are not supported in 2 4G 7 H modulation CAUX CH SELECT Adjustability CHS MERE e Channels 5 8 may be assigned to any SWITCH A H LOGIC SWITCH CHE Fura Lsw1 Lsw3 slider VR D and VR E or knob VR A C for example aa yee 3x05 moving flaps to a switch or slider but not the primary control sticks use CHS bE POST POLI programmable mixes to do so p 68 GLID 1A 1F only Channel 6 may be CHiGkSwA FOOWH assigned to Airbrake control stick STK ARBK e Channels 9 10 may be assigned to any SWITCH A H LOGIC SWITCH Lsw1 Lsw3 and the servo direction may be changed e Multiple channels may be assigned to the same switch slider or knob e Channels set to NULL are only controlled by mixes Ex utilizing 2 channels for 2 rudder servos See mixes p 68 If GYRO SENSE GOVERNOR and THR NEEDLE functions are activated AUX CH settings of related channels become invalid automatically Related channels GYRO SENSE ACRO ch 5 7 or 8 see p 73 GYRO SENSE HELI ch 5 see p 107 GOVERNOR HELI ch 7 or ch 7 and 8 see p 108 THR NEEDLE
14. ELE ELE2 i AIL GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Change the MODEL TYPE and SWASH Confirm you are currently using the On home screen check model name and TYPE of model 3 from aircraft to 120 proper model memory example 3 on top left degie pion 2 ae ies Em If it is not the correct model example 3 unison for collective pitch and aileron see MODEL SELECT p 25 HELICHRS Open PARAMETER submenu for 1 second If ADVANGE again to 2nd page of menu to PARAMETER CY Select proper MODEL TYPE to TYPE HELICOPTER to HELICOPTER Gy for 1 second Confirm the change Are you sure displays Cy to confirm Change to the desired SWASH TYPE to SWASH example HR3 a Conhitnihe chanse to HR3 AY for 1 peroni Are you sure displays to confirm Where next If a single servo is not operating properly REWERSE see p 38 If a control is operating backwards i e Elevator see SWASH AFR p 95 If unsure see SWASH AFR Radio emits a repeating beep and shows progress on screen as the model type is being changed Note that if the power switch is turned off prior to completion the model type will not be changed 94 SWASH AFR not in SWH1 CSWASH AFF Swashplate function rate settings SWASH AFR reduce increase reverse the rate travel of the aileron elevator except H 2 and collective pitch functions adjusting or reversing the motion of all servos involved in that fu
15. elevator and aileron movement to cause the aircraft to snap or spin at the flip of a switch 10CG offers four separate snaps with one or two switches used for selection ececeseeseeseeeeeececeeseeeeeeeeseeaeens 59 Speed Flaps main flaps on a five servo glider SPOILER MIK GLID moves the spoiler s by flipping the assigned switch and is used to make steep descents And SPOILER MIK works linking with BUTTERFLY function 2 0 0 0 ccccccccscsccssesecseseescscsecsesesesesecsesecsesessesecsesesecseecsesassesecsesesseseeseseeaes 83 START DELAY GLID 1A 1F only automatically switch the offset trims OFFSET from the START condition s trims to the normal cndition s trims after proceeding the delay time max 10sec which is preset when activating the START condition Itas convenient for hand launch elidir yo 0 ede c vtes tenets a sted ech Mawes Hamer ontutuanl athe e TE OE 85 Stick adjustments change stick tension and height a a a A a E a e E E A E 16 STk THR assigned to THROTTLE STICK See AIRBRAKE for example SUB TRIM used to fine tune the center or neutral point of each servo Allows full trim function from the trim sliders for flieht CUTTS shaa a a a aa ca de a aaa ee o Ad tad ah a e 49 SWASH AFR HELI CCPM types only adjustment of the travel of all servos involved in the particular controlis movement only during the movement of that control Ex reverse the direction of movement of collective pitch while not affecting the d
16. such as take offs and torque rolls then switch to normal mode or OFF for the remainder of the flight to avoid this risk Retracts Retractable landing gear is often used on scale models for increased realism and on high performance models to decrease drag The gear servo is typically plugged into CH5 which defaults to a 2 position switch for simplicity D Mechanical retracts require the use of a specialized non proportional retract servo Retract servos go from full travel one direction to full travel the other direction then mechanically hold the gear into the locked position A regular servo used for mechanical retracts will continue to draw full power the entire time prematurely draining the battery and risking crash of your model End point will not adjust a retract servo Pneumatic air driven retracts use a standard servo to control an air valve which directs air into or out of the retract units moving the gear up or down Pneumatics are easier to install but require added maintenance of the air system Gear Doors Some scale models with retracts also have separate gear doors to cover the scale gear For one example of how to operate the gear doors separately from the retracts please visit our website www futaba rc com faq Smoke Systems Many scale and aerobatic models use smoke systems to provide increased realism or a more impressive demonstration There are many smoke systems available with varying types of control Most use a ser
17. the flap servo is told to move exactly the same amount A 50 linear mix would tell the slave servo for example to move to 50 of its range when the master s control is moved 100 see p 52 e Offset An OFFSET mix is a special type of linear mix When the mix is turned on usually a flip of a switch the slave servo is moved a set percent of its range An example of this is AIRBRAKE moving flaps flaperons and elevator all to a set position at the flip of a switch see p 63 e Curve Curve mixes are mostly used in helicopters but may also be used in airplanes and gliders An example is THROTTLE NEEDLE mixing where the in flight needle s servo is moved changing the mixture as the throttle servo is moved see p 65 e Delay Delay mixes are part of a few very special functions that make the servo move to its desired range more slowly THROTTLE DELAY simulates turbine engines p 66 and the elevator delay in AIRBRAKE are two examples of this see p 62 DELAY in HELI see p 103 is another example that slows the servo movement to the trim settings for the other conditions Essentially every feature in the radio s programming is really a mix with all assignments programming set up and ready to use Additionally the 10CG ACRO and GLID programs both provide 4 linear and 4 curve fully programmable mixes HELI provides 4 linear and 2 curve that allow you to set up special mixes to resolve flight difficulties activate additional fu
18. which produces less drag than just dropping the flaps by themselves NOTE When you have ELEV FLAP mixing also the trailing edge droops with the elevators increasing pitch response 80 AILE RUDD GLID CAILE RUDO MIs MIXKIHH HORML i LEI START RATE 8 MEA SPEED MODE FAILE RUDE DISTA Sh SA LAMB I POST FHULL Adjustability You can select a pre programed mix which is used to mix the rudders with aileron operation or the ailerons with rudder operation Aileron to rudder mix AILE RUDD automatically creates a coordinated turn Rudder to aileron mix RUDD AILE used to counterract undesirable roll roll coupling that happens with rudder input especially in knife edge e RATE range of 100 to 100 Negative setting would result in opposite rudder aileron action from aileron rudder e SWITCH A H fully assignable Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 e POSITION fully assignable including NULL mix always on and UpaCntr and CntraDn to activate the mix in 2 separate positions of the same SWITCH e Condition The separate AILE RUDD settings for each flight condition can be set GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Ex RUDD AILE 25 no switch Open AILE RUDD mix submenu for 1 second If BASIC again corrects roll coupling Where next to 2nd page of menu to AILERUDD E Select the mixing mode to MODE to RUDD AILE Activate the f
19. 90 decrease separately for the 2 servos Ex 90 left aileron s down travel to 90 down to 90 to AIL2 AILERON STICK Adjust total flap travel available to 50 of aileron travel available to 90 Optional adjust the aileron s travel so to FLP2 to 50 they move as flaps Ex each servo flap 2 ravel to 50 to API to 50 Where next Set FLAP TRIM see p 53 Set up AIRBRAKE mix see p 63 Mix flaperon s flap motion to another inboard flap plugged into aux1 see p 61 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba rc com faq If you receive an error message that OTHER WING MIXING IS ON you must deactivate AIL DIFF or ELEWON see p 51 52 Using FLAP TRIM camber to adjust flaperons ACRO GLID FLAP TRIMI FLAP TRIMI rere MIXPINH RATE MES RATE ME lt r gt ACRO GLID FLAP TRIM assigns the primary flaperon control defaults to VR A to allow trimming in flight of the flap action of flaperons Note even if FLAP TRIM is made active with AIL DIFF it will not have any effect The ONLY function that allows control of the ailerons as flaps in the AIL DIFF configuration is AIRBRAKE Most modelers use AIRBRAKE or programmable mixes to move the flaps to a specified position via movement of a switch FLAP TRIM may also be used as the primary flap control in flight By doing so you can assign CH6 to a 3 position switch with a spoileron neut
20. Are you sure will appear Press DIAL again the data of CAMPac will be copied to model number 01 of the T10CG transmitter As for the data of the function added by T10CG an initial value is set up at this time Please do not forget to check the settings before flying In addition refer to p 17 for the initializing method of the CAMPac flashing NOTE When you choose a new model in the MODEL SELECT function if the new model is set to a different modulation you must cycle the transmitter power to change 1 MODEL 8401 en STi 00 0 3 6a modulations If you do not cycle the power the modulation type will flash on the home l 10 00 oeg yi screen to remind you Please note You are still transmitting on the other modulation H nou 60 00 Fut b Erme TIMER 8 00 aba until you affect this change of ye GOAL STEPS INPUTS Select Model 3 Open BASIC menu then open MODEL for 1 second If ADVANCE again submenu if tedi Cy NOTE This is one of several if required to MODEL unctions for which the radio requires Choose Model 3 confirmation to make a change Confirm your change LX for 1 second Are you sure displays lt lt Confirm proper modulation of new If 2 4G is flashing in the upper right hand corner then the new model is set for model memory the other receiver type Turn the transmitter off on to change the modulation Where next NAME the model see p 32 Change MODEL TYPE aircraft heli
21. Be certain the switch moves without restriction and snaps from ON to OFF and that the cutout allows full motion of the switch in both directions e When you install the switch harness to the helicopter please use the switch cover Generally sandwich the frame between the switch and switch cover and securely tighten the screws Different models might require different installations If so please follow the model s instruction manual e To prevent the servo lead wires from being broken by vibration during flight provide a slight amount of slack or extra so that the wire sticks out slightly and fasten it at suitable points In addition periodically check the wire during daily maintenance Fasten about 5 10cm from the servo outlet so that the lead wire is neat Slack in the lead wire 18 IMPORTANT Since the 2 4GHz have different characteristics than that of the conventional 27MHz and 72MHz frequencies please read this section carefully to maximize your enjoyment of the 2 4GHz system Receiver s Antenna Installation Futaba e You will note that the R6018HS R6014HS differs in appearance Ke from the standard Futaba receiver These receivers incorporate em t__ Coa ial cable two separate antennas into their design which enables them to receive the radio frequency transmission at two different locations Futaba s dual antenna diversity then seamlessly selects the best signal reception between these antenn
22. Display Contrast To adjust the display contrast from the home menu press and hold the END BUTTON Turn the DIAL while still holding the END BUTTON clockwise to brighten counterclockwise to darken the display Let go off the DIAL and the END BUTTON 16 Changing Modes TK SETTING pits Hold down MODE and END keys while turning on the transmitter to enter the TK SETTING THR REVPNOR menu LANGUAGEPEns1ish Stick Mode The screen reads STK MODE Use the DIAL to change this to the correct mode TM16 MODEPGENERAL Note that this will NOT change the throttle and elevator rachets etc Those are mechanical changes that must be done by a service center Throttle Reverse THR REV is a special function that reverses the entire throttle control including moving the trim functionality to the stick s upper half To use THR REW CURSOR DOWN to THR REW and turn the DIAL to REV Turn the transmitter off and back on This change affects all models in the radio GLID only The separate THR REW settings for each model can be set See p 33 Display language can be selected the display language of the function name etc in each function menu The screen reads LANGUAGE Change this to the desired language Area Selection Frequency Range The T10CG transmitter has been designed to function in many countries If you will be utilizing this transmitter in a country other than France please make sure that TM10 MODE is set to GENERAL If
23. IDL2 Check that servos move gradually to new positions Where next THR HOLD sce p 99 Setting up the Idle Ups Throttle and Collective pitch Curves and Revo Mixing THR CURVE PIT CURWE REVO MIX for idle ups see p 101 103 HOVERING ADJUSTMENTS HOV THR and HOV PIT Hovering throttle and hovering pitch are fine tuning adjustments for the throttle and collective pitch curves individually affecting performance only around the center point and only in the normal condition They allow in flight tweaking of the curves for ideal setup CHOW THFI CHOW FPITI MI ROH MIXFOH FATE MES ax FATE HES Axo MODEPNORN NODEPNORM Adjustability e Rotor speed changes caused by temp humidity altitude or other changes in flying conditions are easily accommodated e Both adjustments may be inhibited if not desired e Both adjustments may also be set to NULL temporarily turning off the knob but maintaining the last memorized setting e Adjustments may be memorized and then the knobs returned to center point to use that amount of adjustment Allows easy use of the trimming knobs for multiple models Note that when memorization is repeated with the knob offset from center the trim value accumulates e Adjustments are quickly reset to the initial value by turning the dial until the trim reads 0 memorizing then returning the knob to its center position e Note that all functions including these assume the model hovers
24. If ADWANCE again C with travel settings of 75 normal z 25 slow roll and 140 extreme 7 to D REXP aerobatics and exponential settings of Choose the channel to change to desired channel 0 15 and 40 respectively Ex aileron is already selected Optional change switch assignment to SWI to NOTE This normal rate has no Confirm switch is in desired position to D R gt tial so ith li Ce eee eee and set rate Ex up high rate 75 normal feel This slow roll rate has Ut C to up position positive exponential the opposite o AILERON STICK to 75 what most people normally use which makes the servos more responsive AILERON STICK to 75 around center This makes the servos Move SWITCH to 2nd rate position and 6 Caner position feel the same around center in the set this particular rate normal and low rates but still gives a Ex center low rate 25 AILERON STICK to 25 very slow roll rate at full stick i AILERON STICK to 25 Optional if using a 3 position SWITCH fe C to down position move SWITCH to 3rd position and set R that of o this rate Ex down 3D rate 140 AILERON STICK Q to 140 of the normal rate Therefore using AILERON STICK a PE a very high negative exponential setting j 9 es softens how the servos respond around Optional instead of using a switch to SW1 to AILE 90 center stick This makes
25. NAME Neckstrap optional strap to suspend transmitter during use Futaba stock FTA8 See Accessories Ni Cd Nickel Cadmium rechargeable battery Typically used to power transmitter and receiver See Battery care and charging NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable battery Newer battery technology than Ni Cd Longer run times but more 115 specific peak charging requirements Require a zero delta peak charger labeled specifically for use with NiMH batteries NORMAL trainer mode that does not give student radio the computer programming features of the master radio See Trainer NTS8S standard transmitter battery pack See Accessories NULL not assigned or never changed Ex a mix which has a null switch assignment is always active and can never be changed in flight turned off no matter which switch is moved OFFSET HELI separate trim settings available to each idle up using CONDITION setting or assigned to separate switches from the condition switches When offset is ON movement of the trim levers adjusts the OFFSET not the normal condition s UPITS 2420 Sess pa E eE aE csivcntandenstasdgessaseaee aree EEO gears ies eA E A a E Ee e O E AROE T ios dur Ee 102 OFFSETS additional flight conditions available speciffically for sailplanes c cccccccccscssesesesseseescscseeecseeseseceeseescseseescseaes 84 Offset mix mix that independently moves the slave servo a set percentage of its total throw not in relation
26. Note The throttle and pitch curves for the normal condition are always on They cannot be inhibited The other four conditions are activated with their throttle curves or throttle hold For idle ups see p 90 For throttle hold see p 99 CTHR CURVEI lt HORM CFIT CURVE lt HORM CREVO MIXI MIXFINH r POINT 7 gt 100 0 r 7 POINT gt 188 x HORM Fa e E oe ae POINT S3 20 aye 4 18 d i H d St 3 33 368 al a ee BE i gt Bla e Z soD 13 106 e F Maeg e THR CURV NOR inputs the normal NORM throttle curve which is usually not a linear response to THROTTLE STICK motion Adjusting point 4 of the curve adjusts the engine s RPM at the THROTTLE STICK midpoint the desired position for hovering The other 6 points are then adjusted to create the desired idle and maximum engine speed and a smooth transition in between For more on throttle curves see p 101 e PIT CURW NOR inputs the normal NORM collective pitch curve the collective pitch curve for flight near hover The normal collective pitch curve is adjusted to match the throttle curve providing the best vertical performance at a constant engine speed with a starting curve of 4 base 5 neutral and 8 to 10 degrees of blade pitch maximum You can program the response over a 7 point curve for the best collective pitch angles relative to THROTTLE STICK movement For more on collective pitch curves see p 101
27. REVO NORM mixes collective pitch commands to the rudder a PITCH RUDDER mix to suppress the torque generated by changes in the main rotor s collective pitch angle keeping the model from yawing when throttle is applied REVO is extremely helpful in taming the tail of models not using heading hold AVES gyros NOTE There are three revo mixes available normal NORM idle up 1 2 IDL1 2 and idle up 3 IDLS All 3 are adjustable in the ADVANCE menu Never use revo mixing in conjunction with heading hold AVCS gyros For details on revo including default points for clockwise and counter clockwise rotating rotors see p 101 These default recommendations assume you are doing forward flight If you are just learning please follow your instructor s guidance Some instructors like a 1 base point for training so that the helicopter comes down very slowly even if your instincts pull the throttle collective stick to the bottom in a hurry 97 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up Normal Flight Condition Open the THR CURV NOR function for 1 second If ADVANCE again A a aes Pitch Curves and Adjust the first point Ex 5 to THR CURW NOR CF Base point Adjust base point of throttle to POINTA to 5 curve aneil engine idles reliably on The Open the PIT CURW NOR function to PIT CURW NOR ground Adjust base point of collective A qiust the first point Ex 8 pitch curve to achieve 4 degrees o i i
28. Receiver What is a governor A governor is made up of a set of sensors which read the RPM of the helicopter s head and a control unit that automatically adjusts the throttle setting to maintain a constant head speed regardless of changes in pitch of blades weather conditions etc Governors are extremely popular in competition helicopters due to the consistency provided How does it help in helicopter setup The governor eliminates the need to spend large amounts of time setting up throttle curves as it automatically adjusts the engine s RPM to maintain the desired head speed GOWERNOR The Governor mixing function is used to adjust the GV 1 Governor speed settings rS1 rS2 rS3 from the transmitter If you are using a different governor follow the manufacturer s instructions CGOVERHOF J MIarIHH UF 4CHTRF 36 0 DOW RIB Be Sh RC gut CHE CH Adjustability e On off may be separated from rotor speed by plugging the governor on off into ch8 and changing CUT CH setting e If using separate on off switch assignment is totally adjustable Be careful not to assign governor off to a condition switch if you want the governor to function in that condition e Speed switching and governor ON OFF may be together using one switch or ON OFF switching may be performed using an independent switch channel e When speed setting control uses CH7 and a separate ON OFF switch is not used CH8 can be used for other funct
29. S 5 8 oo ec ccecre cree 71 GYA gyro mixing GYRO SENSE 0 0000 73 25 MAP OF ACRO BASIC FUNCTIONS Startup screen STi ai MOGEL kik 1 A AA A sT2 16 06 6 H now A TIMER 8a fees Sy Se Futaba H 24G 10H rs ol To enter the Basic Menu press the Mode key for one second Basic Menu 1 2 CBASIC MENUCACRO I q1l 2 gt ACROBATIC MODEL geei FAOCEL FOR EXP FTRIM FEHD POINT FTHROTTLE CUT FSUB TRIM FIDLE DOWH FREWERSE RFS for one second ue cursor To return to the Startup screen press the End key ACRO ACRO Basic Menu Menu Basic Menu 2 2 CBASIC MEMUCACRO I i223 ACROBATIC MODEL gee1 TIMER FPARAMETER FTRATHER LOGIC SW FSERWO mone o q Press Mode key to toggle back and forth between BASIC and ADVANCE menus Press Cursor lever to page up and down through the 2 pages of screens in each menu Note that all functions which have more than one page have a lt 1 2 gt indicator in the upper right hand corner to indicate page 1 of 2 or page 2 of 2 cuRsSOR Mode Select End Selection Cursor Lever Down Up Left Right Press Cursor Lever Dial Left Dial Right Dial Right or Left CY Press Dial Gt Switch Up 9 Switch at Center Ys Switch Down Q Turn Knob Right Use Cursor lever to highlight function in Menu screen Then press the Dial to choose that function Turn Knob Left
30. THR HOLD maintain idle move the THROTTLE STICK to the idle position then move the hold SWITCH on and off and keep changing the offset value until the servo does not move To lower the engine idle speed or if you want to shut the engine off input a higher negative number Adjustability e Idling position Range of 0 to 50 centered about the throttle idle position to get the desired engine RPM e Switch assignment Assigned to SWITCH G 10CAG or E LOCHG down Adjustable in the CONDITION SELECT THR HOLD item E SEELeT a 2 position type switch only sW Fos e Throttle curve Since the throttle is moved to a single preset position no curve IDLE UP1 FE CENTER is available for THR HOLD 2RIHH FE FOOUWH e Collective pitch curve Independent curve typically adjusted to create a blade Sees e h a San pitch range of 4 to 10 to 12 is automatically activated with THR HOLD e Revo mix Since revo mix adjusts for torque from the engine no revo mix is available for THR HOLD e Priority The throttle hold function has priority over idle up Be sure that the throttle hold and idle up SWITCHES are in the desired positions before trying to start the engine We recommend starting your engine in throttle hold for safety reasons e Gyro Gyro programming includes an option to have a separate gyro setting for each condition including THR HOLD This avoids the potential problem of the user being in the wrong gyro setting
31. and down gt to ENDPOINT travel to 85 to prevent binding Choose proper channel and move stick to FLAP or knob in direction you want to adjust and set servo throw Ex flap up 5 tap pantol ide fault as KREI to 5 Q vR A to 85 Where next Go to SERVO display to confirm the desired end result see p 49 Move auxiliary channels 5 10 to different dial s switch es slider s see p 46 Set up IDLE DOWN and THR CUT to slow cut the engine see p 40 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 Set up flight timers see p 45 Set up trainer functions see p 47 Set up twin aileron servos see p 51 Set up twin elevator servos see p 57 You can reset to the initial values by pressing the DIAL for one second 39 Engine idle management DLE DOWN and THR CUT functions which work with the digital THROTTLE TRIM to provide a simple consistent means of engine operation No more fussing with getting trim in just the right spot for landings or takeoffs For additional engine adjustments see THROTTLE NEEDLE p 65 and THROTTLE DELAY p 66 IDLE DOWN ACRO only lowers the engine idle for sitting on the runway prior to take off stalls and spins and landings The normal idle setting is a little higher for easier starts and safe flights with less risk of dead sticks CICLE COWH Important note The IDLE DOWN function is not normally used when starting the engine and its accidental
32. curve is being edited Example see curve displays below Note that the normal condition is active but the idle up 1 condition s curves are currently being edited e Moving and deleting the curve point The curve point StK can be moved to the left or right by turning the DIAL up to 2 in front of the adjoining point and deleted returned by pressing the DIAL for one second alternately e Copying the curve To copy the current curve onto another condition s curve cursor up to COND gt and press the DIAL for one second Then select to desired condition and press the DIAL for one second e Idle ups and throttle hold pitch curves may be edited even before the conditions have been made active Activating their throttle curves activates these conditions CTHR CURWE MIXPINH CPIT CURVEI CREVO MIH MIXFIHH a eae HORM gt a CERCEI c HORM j 3 FHORML CHORML 3 ra oubt stk Zz oubt stk FOINT E 205 Pa KES 75 0 75 0 ae AB gt 4 Sa 75 0 4e ios 4 5 62 5 62 5 5 25 62S m 2 HEE 2S aog K aes aog Ze7 10k a SESS Sea satel le S coby 50 75 4 e F l z0x REVO MIX This 5 point curve mix adds opposite rudder input to counteract the changes in torque when the speed and collective pitch of the blades is changed Adjustability e Three separate curves available normal for hovering idle ups 1 and 2 combined and idle 3 e Normal condition curves are editable in the BASIE menu for
33. elsewhere may vary Always contact your region s support center for assistance Application Export and Modification 1 This product may be used for model airplane or surface boat car robot use It is not intended for use in any application other than the control of models for hobby and recreational purposes The product is subject to regulations of the Ministry of Radio Telecommunications and is restricted under Japanese law to such purposes 2 Exportation precautions a When this product is exported from the country of manufacture its use is to be approved by the laws governing the country of destination which govern devices that emit radio frequencies If this product is then re exported to other countries it may be subject to restrictions on such export Prior approval of the appropriate government authorities may be required If you have purchased this product from an exporter outside your country and not the authorized Futaba distributor in your country please contact the seller immediately to determine if such export regulations have been met b Use of this product with other than models may be restricted by Export and Trade Control Regulations and an application for export approval must be submitted This equipment must not be utilized to operate equipment other than radio controlled models 3 Modification adjustment and replacement of parts Futaba is not responsible for unauthorized modification adjustment and replace
34. gain increases again minimizing tail wag and keeping the model straight If your gyro does not include stick priority you can manually create it Please see www futaba re com faq Choosing the right gyro for your skills your helicopter and your budget e Mechanical some are still available They are very challenging to set up and not as reliable as piezo or SMM e Non Heading Hold Piezo these are now inexpensive gyros that are reliable and easy to set up Some have dual rates and remote gain control to adjust sensitivity in flight They do however lack heading hold capabilities for precision flying e Heading Hold Piezo Until recently the cream of the crop Expensive and more complex to set up Adds GPS like heading recognition Exhibits minor difficulties with temperature drift position setting varying with unit s temperature Heading Hold SMM 21st Century gyro technology Computer chip technology Expensive easier set up higher durability Significant decrease in temperature sensitivity Many include frame rate settings to allow faster response when using specialized digital servos Examples e GY401 Simpler set up Ideal for learning aerobatics through 3D e GY502 Better centering than 401 for more advanced aerobatics Ideal through Class IIT competition e GY611 Exceptional center Extremely fast response time Requires specialized servo e Heading Hold MEMS GY520 is the smallest and lightest heading hold AVCS gyro availa
35. gradually increasing to the same setting as the THROTTLE STICK is lowered If you would like to have the airbrake be directly proportional to throttle stick you will need to reverse the THR REV function Note that this changes the throttle stick direction for all models See page 38 for instructions e Offset Provides AIRBRAKE response immediately upon switch movement going to a pre set travel on each active channel without any means of in flight adjustment e During Airbrake operation the elevator travel is displayed on the elevator trim display in the Startup screen e Delayed reaction You can suppress sudden changes in your model s attitude when AIRBRAKE BUTTERFLY is activated by setting the delay delay ELEW item to slow down the elevator response allowing the flaps ailerons elevator to all reach their desired end point together A setting of 100 slows the servo to take approximately one second to travel the prescribed distance GLID B FLY ELEV function e Adjustable in flight AGRO Using the aileron when AILE DIFF or FLAPERON is activated and elevator trim lever in flight can be set to adjust the aileron and elevator settings in your airbrake rather than adjusting the model s actual aileron and elevator trim This allows easy adjustment for any ballooning while in flight When the airbrake switch is moved to off the trims are again adjusting the normal elevator trim e Channels controlled Elevator s twin ailerons and flap s may be
36. gt Shows the cumulated ON time for each model hours minutes Resetting timers Select the desired timer with CURSOR lever The timer display flashes To reset the timer press Dial for one second Rudder trim Aileron trim Battery Dial display display voltage MODE END button button MODE BUTTON key Press and hold MODE BUTTON for one second to open programming menus Press MODE BUTTON to switch between BASIC and ADVANCE menus HELI only Press MODE BUTTON to scroll between conditions in certain functions END BUTTON key Press END BUTTON to return to previous screen Closes functions back to menus closes menus to start up screen CURSOR LEVER Control CURSOR LEVER to scroll up scroll down scroll left scroll right and select the option to edit within a function Press CURSOR LEVER to page up page down within BASIC or ADVANGE menu or a function Turn DIAL Turn DIAL clockwise or counterclockwise to scroll through choices within an option of a function For example to select which switch controls dual triple rates Press DIAL Press DIAL to select the actual function you wish to edit from the menu Press DIAL and hold one second to confirm major decisions such as the decision to select a different model from memory copy one model memory over another trim reset store channel position in FailSafe change model type reset entire model An on screen inquiry will ask if you are sure Press DIAL again to acce
37. i W ae see CURVE MIXES p 71 Z IHH amp FIHH SP IHH TFIHH There are a variety of reasons you might want to use these mixes A few are dh TMH SP INH listed here All of the adjustable parameters are listed below but don t let them scare you For your first few times experimenting with mixes just turn on the default mixes adjust them how you think they need to be then use the servo CPROG MIa1 AILE RUDD 3 screen to check and see if you were correct As with all functions a sample RATE MISFIHH setup follows step by step to assist you OFFSET 6x TRIMPOFF c 1 LINK OFF MASTER FCH1 Shik Swe SLAVE RCH POST FHULL Sample reasons to use linear programmable mixes e To correct bad tendencies of the aircraft such as rolling in response to rudder input e To operate 2 or more servos for a single axis such as two rudder servos e To automatically correct for a particular action such as lowering elevator when flaps are lowered e To operate a second channel in response to movement in a first channel such as increasing the amount of smoke oil in response to more throttle application but only when the smoke switch is active e To turn off response of a primary control in certain circumstances such as simulating one engine flaming out on a twin or throttle assisted rudder turns also with a twin Adjustability e Defaults The 4 programmable mixes default to the most frequently used mixes for sim
38. maneuvers Also popular to minimize flooding at idle of inverted engine installations or installations with a high tank position Not needed for fuel injection engines which do this automatically Adjustability e Five point curve allows adjustment of engine mixture at varied throttle settings e The in flight mixture servo must connect to receiver CH8 e In flight mixture servo may also be used as a second servo for tuning a twin e Throttle cut feature also moves the in flight needle servo e The CH8 knob adjusts the high throttle mixture may be deactivated see AUX CH e Because both use CH8 this function cannot be used simultaneously with AILEWATOR e An acceleration AGGE function AGRO only helps the engine compensate for sudden large amounts of throttle input by making the mixture suddenly richer then easing it back to the proper adjustment for that throttle setting This function requires some adjustment to best fit your engine and your flying style Adjust engine s response until no hesitation occurs on rapid throttle input e Separate curves are available HELI only for normal idle ups 1 and 2 combined and idle up 3 Immediately below MIK the radio displays the curve you are editing ex gt NORML and then which condition is currently active by your switches ex ID1 2 Note that you can edit the mix for a different condition without being in that condition to allow editing without having to shut off the helicopter s engi
39. many peripheral devices will operate in either the high speed or normal mode some will not If there are any difficulties noted please return the reciver s operational mode to the Normal mode to determine if this resolves the difficulty If using the R6008HS in the high speed mode analog servos may be used for channels seven and eight If using the R6014HS in the high speed mode analog servos may be used for channels seven to 12 and for DG1 and DG2 For Operation Mode Selection see p 20 Suggested Servo for use with your 10CG system Servo S9252 Digital servo Control system Pulse width control 1 52 ms neutral Power requirement 4 8 V from receiver Output torque 91 7 oz in 6 6 kg cm at 4 8V Operating speed 0 14 sec 60 at 4 8V Size 1 57 x 0 79 x 1 44 in 40 x 20 x 36 6 mm Weight 1 76 oz 50 g Servo S9255 Digital servo Control system Pulse width control 1 52 ms neutral Power requirement 4 8 V from receiver Output torque 125 0 oz in 9 0 kg cm at 4 8V Operating speed 0 16 sec 60 at 4 8V Size 1 57 x 0 79 x 1 44 in 40 x 20 x 36 6 mm Weight 1 94 oz 55 g Servo S3151 Standard Digital servo Control system Pulse width control 1 52 ms neutral Power requirement 4 8 V from receiver Output torque 43 1 oz in 3 1 kg cm at 4 8V Operating speed 0 21 sec 60 at 4 8V Size 1 59 x 0 79 x 1 42 in 40 5 x 20 x 36 1 mm Weight 1 48 oz 42 g Servo 3001 Standard ball bearing C
40. mixing THR CURVE PIT CURVE REVO MIX see p 101 GOVERNOR function see p 108 D R EXP sce p 42 THROTTLE CUTI THROTTLE CUT The THROTTLE CUT function is used to kill the engine at the end of a flight MIKEHIHH DAE s FATE MEIER The engine can be stopped with one touch of any switch eliminating the need THRO Std Set to move the trim to kill the engine and then readjust prior to each flight The Sh SiH helicopter THROTTLE CUT includes an ON OFF throttle position normally a POST ROOM little above idle You must move the THROTTLE STICK back below the set point before the THROTTLE CUT function can be reset to avoid sudden engine acceleration For a detailed example of throttle cut setup see AGRO p 41 Note Be sure to add the step of setting a trigger point by cursoring to THRO then putting the THROTTLE STICK in the desired position and pressing and holding the dial for one second Notice that this function cannot be reversed to trigger only above the stick point 98 HELI SPECIFIC ADWANCE MENU FUNCTIONS THR HOLD This function holds the engine in the idling position and disengages it from the THROTTLE STICK when SWITCH E 10CHG or G 10CAG is moved It is commonly used to practice auto rotation CTHE HOLDJ Prior to setting up THR HOLD hook up the throttle linkage so that the carburetor MIMRIHH is opened fully at high throttle then use the digital trim to adjust the engine idle POST HEEE position To have
41. operation may keep your engine from starting The MIs kIHH 10CG warns that IDLE DOWN is on when the transmitter is turned on Be sure to FATE HEH turn off the function or override the warning by pressing CURSOR lever if you intended the function to be on SW Sul POST Cntr D This may be assigned to any switch position Some modelers accidentally assign IDLE DOWN to one side of a switch and THR CUT to the other There is no normal setting to start the engine By default IDLE DOWN is set to SWITCH C center and down This works well with THR CUT also on SWITCH C down The SWITCH up is normal flight starting center for slower maneuvers landing and down to cut the engine If you assign IDLE DOWN or THR CUT to the spring loaded TRAINER SWITCH F 10CAG or H 10CHG then use the trainer function you may risk loss of throttle control or deadstick for your student GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Decrease the throttle setting to idle Open BASI menu then open IDLE DOWN for 1 second If ADWANCE again with the flip of a switch for spins and function to IDLE DOWN LY landings E Som O wor With THROTTLE STICK at idle adjust Q THROTTLE STICK the rate until engine idles as desired to RATE until engine idles as desired Optional change switch assignment to SW to desired SWITCH Choose desired switch and position aa p to POSI to desired position Wee a Normally a val
42. recharge the transmitter and receiver batteries for at least 8 hours before each flying session A low battery will soon die potentially causing loss of control and a crash When you begin your flying session reset your 10CG s built in timer and during the session pay attention to the duration of usage Stop flying long before your batteries become low on charge Do not rely on your radio s low battery warning systems intended only as a precaution to tell you when to recharge Always check your transmitter and receiver batteries prior to each flight Where to Fly We recommend that you fly at a recognized model airplane flying field You can find model clubs and fields by asking your nearest hobby dealer or in the US by contacting the Academy of Model Aeronautics You can also contact the national Academy of Model Aeronautics AMA which has more than 2 500 chartered clubs across the country Through any one of them instructor training programs and insured newcomer training are available Contact the AMA at the address or toll free phone number below ad Academy of Model Aeronautics _ 4 5161 East Memorial Drive n amy Muncie IN 47302 Tele 800 435 9262 AM Fax 765 289 4248 SINIGE 11636 or via the Internet at http www modelaircraft org Always pay particular attention to the flying field s rules as well as the presence and location of spectators the wind direction and any obstacles on the field Be very car
43. second If BASIE again 75 with negative elevator push of 25 to AIRBRAKE Adjust the travels as needed to Alt to 75 to BLEW to 25 Ex Ailerons each 19 Elevator 25 to AIL2 to 75 Optional change the mixing from full to MODE to Linear 0 amount upon switch to proportional to amp the THROTTLE STICK s proximity to O none STICK to desired 0 idle Poi C for 1 sec until beeps display changes if new setting is different from prior Where next Adjust flaperons total flap travel available FLAPERON see p 52 Set up ELEV FLAP mixing see p 62 Set up programmable mixes for example FLAP ELEVATOR see p 67 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba rc com faq 64 THROTTLE NEEDLE mixing ACRO HELI CTHR HEEDLE MIXFINH CTHR HEEDLE MISHIHH p Pa POIHT 5 100 0 Pa HORML MORML gt eee Pt POINT 5 1808 6 ae cae 3 a o L d gt 75 0 a 2 25 8 F le 55 67 1 4A 2 gt 25 0 ACCER gx ra 1 gt 0 0k ACRO HELD THROTTLE NEEDLE is a pre programmed mix that automatically moves an in flight mixture servo CH8 in response to the THROTTLE STICK inputs for perfect engine tuning at all throttle settings This function is particularly popular with contest pilots who fly in a large variety of locations needing regular engine tuning adjustments and requiring perfect engine response at all times and in all
44. servo tray or any other part of the airplane helicopter structure Otherwise vibration will be transmitted to the servo causing premature wear and or servo failure Rubber grommet e Note the small numbers 1 2 3 4 molded into each arm on the Futaba 4 arm servo arms The numbers indicate how many degrees each arm is off from 90 degrees to correct for minute manufacturing deviations from servo to servo THE TRIMS ON THE RADIO SHOULD BE CENTERED e To center the servos connect them to the receiver and turn on the transmitter and receiver Center the trims on the transmitter then find the arm that will be perpendicular to the pushrod when placed on the servo e After the servos are installed operate each servo over its full travel and check that the pushrods and servo arms do not bind or contact each other Also make sure the controls do not require excess force to operate If there is an objectionable buzzing sound coming from a servo there is probably too much resistance in the control Find and correct the problem Even if there is no servo damage excess battery drain will result e Use the mounting plate from the receiver on off switch as a template for the cutout and screw holes Mount the switch on the side of the fuselage opposite the engine exhaust and where it won t be inadvertently turned on or off during handling or storage
45. sufficient Viewing the carburetor barrel until it fully closes is adequate to get an approximate setting then test with engine running to confirm Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIE SW See p 38 41 Dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP assigns adjusted rates and exponential TER EP T Dual Triple Rates reduce increase the servo travel by flipping a switch or CHRi 234 ACRO GLID they can be engaged by any stick position Dual rates affect the pelea ee control listed such as aileron not just a single ex channel 1 servo For bee 180 PEE example adjusting aileron dual rate will affect both aileron servos when using EXP BX Ax FLAPERON or AIL DIF and both aileron and elevator servos travel when using ALE AILEVATOR or ELEVON or a CCPM helicopter Activation e Any SWITCH A H If you choose a 3 position switch then that dual rate instantly becomes a triple rate see example The glider programming offers you the choice of Cond This option allows you to have a separate rate for each of condition GLID e Stick position ACRO GLID Ex On rudder you normally use only the center 3 4 of the stick movement except for extreme maneuvers such as snaps spins stalls As long as your RUDDER STICK does not exceed 90 of maximum throw the rudder responds at your lower rate allowing small gentle corrections When the stick passes 90 ie stall turn the rudder goes to high rate s 90 which is a M
46. switch and position to activate P to SW to to POSI to DOWN With THROTTLE STICK at idle adjust fe C to down position the rate until the engine consistently e shuts off but throttle linkage is not THE OTIEE STICK to RATE until shuts off Set up throttle curve for normal Usually Open the THR CURW NOR function to THR CURW NOR to1 gt changes will not need to be made prior Adjust if needed to first flight P 97 Close the function to 5 to next point Repeat Set up collective pitch curve for normal Open the PIT CURW NOR function to PIT CURW NOR to1 gt flight We suggest a starting point of 4 Adjust each point to match desired y 3 center of 5 end of 8 to 10 degrees of curve Ex first point 8 a a blade pitch for aerobatics If just learning Close the function Repeat to fly ask your instructor P 97 Set up revo mixing for normal For Open the REWO NOR function to REVO NOR to1 gt heading hold gyros inhibit revo P 97 cue a desired starting point k to 10 to next poni 0 Close the function Repeat Confirm Gyro direction Note if using With radio on move helicopter s tail to the right by hand a heading hold AVCS gyro use the The gyro should give right rudder input leading edge of the tail rotor blades GYRO programming for proper setup move left If the gyro gives the opposite
47. the individual servo It will have no effect on any other servo that is operated in conjunction with this servo via mix or preset programming such as FLAPERON AILEWATOR etc This is so that each individual servo can be carefully fine tuned to avoid binding and other conflicts To adjust the total travel of a function such as FLAPERON make the adjustments in that function s controls For CCPM helicopters adjust the total travel of the function such as collective pitch in SWASH AFR Adjust the linkage or the END POINT It is nearly always best to adjust your linkages to get as close as possible prior to utilizing END POINT The higher the END POINT setting the better position accuracy and the more servo power available at nearly any position except if using digital servos Higher END POINT values also mean longer travel time to reach the desired position as you are utilizing more of the servo s total travel For example using 50 END POINT would give you only half the steps of servo travel meaning every click of trim has twice the effect and the servo gets there in half the time e end point and moving the linkage torque accuracy but transit time to get there e end point instead of adjusting linkages travel time but torque accuracy GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Decrease the flap servo throw in the Open END POINT function for 1 second If ADVANCE again upward direction to 5 to allow z trimming of level flight only
48. time All three functions cannot be activated simultaneously To activate a different wing type the first must be deactivated GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Deactivate FLAPERON so that AIL DIFF orj Open the FLAPERON function for 1 second If BASIC again ELEVON can be activated to FLAPERON Cy Deactivate the function to MIK a to INH Set up AILE DIFF see p 54 or ELEVON see p 56 51 Using FLAPERON ACRO GLID 1A 1F FLAPERON FLAPERON MIXFACT MIXPINH cL ideas RATE AIL1 b igaz AILZb ige iee START AIL2h 188 B FLY ADIF 25 DISTA FLP2b 1 00 FLP2b 1 00 DARET FLP1 H 106 FLP1 k 100 ACRO GLID 1A 1F The FLAPERON mixing function uses one servo on each of the two ailerons and uses them for both aileron and flap function For flap effect the ailerons raise lower simultaneously Of course aileron function moving in opposite directions is also performed Note When changing the polarity positive or negative of a rate change rate dir is displayed as a check Please set up after pressing DIAL for 1 second and canceling the alarm display GUD only Once FLAPERON is activated any time you program CH6 or flap i e ELEVATOR FLAP mixing the radio commands both servos to operate as flaps The amount of travel available as flaps is independently adjustable in FLAPERON A trimming feature is also available see FLAP TRIM to adjust both neutral positions together for straigh
49. to AILE FLAP Activate the function to MIX to ON Set the rate Ex 100 each way to FLPI AILERON STICK to 100 AILERON STICK to 100 Repeat above to set FLP2 Assign the SWITCH and position to SW to k to POSI to CENTER Where next ELEW FLAP mixing See p 62 BUTTERFLY See p 63 Use a mix to OFFSET the flaps a set distance on a specified switch see p 68 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba re com faq 82 SPOILER MIX GLID moves the spoiler s by flipping the assigned switch and is used to make steep descents And SPOILER MIK works linking with BUTTERFLY function SPOILER MIX glez SPOILER MIXI 272 5F 1 SPO2 MIHE Pog Memes 50x CSWBo r 50 e 50X POSI Shl kSw6 CHECHE FHULL rOOWH rate dly ELEF S P X CINH Adjustability e Position 100 to 100 with a default of 50 off 50 on e Channel Spoiler 1 ch8 5 or 3 ch8 or 3 Spoiler 2 NULL ch5 or 3 NULL or ch3 GLID 2A 2F mode e Elevator setting Rate 100 to 100 Delay 0 to 100 e SWITCH A H fully assignable Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS 2 servo spoiler mode Open the SPOILER MIX function and for 1 second If BASIC again Adjust the spoiler servo position to move to 2nd page CY 60 to SPOILER MIX to 2nd page tom
50. to ON Assign the P02 CH Ex CH3 to P02 CH to CH3 Adjust the spoiler servo position to 50 SPO1 to 60 5 0 0 Ex SP01SP02 55 to 60 to 50 SP02 to 60 Optional Set the elevator rate to rate ELE to 10 EX 10 Optional Set the delay EX 25 to dly ELE Q to 25 0 Where next 83 OFFSETS additional flight conditions available specifically for sailplanes LOFFSET 1 These additional flight conditions contain different offset trims to make the 3 arni saiplane perform certain maneuvers more easily Aileron differential functions ERE PE d a STAHRT may be set to provide separate rates per condition selected GILik Ge b AM SPEED Prior to setting up OFFSET you must activate the conditions and assign the H PISTA switches in the CONDITION FUNCTION at TRIMFNORM Unnecessary fuselage motion is generated when there are sudden changes in the servo position Variations in the operating time between channels can be suppressed by using the delay function flly NOTE The same delay amount for elevator and rudder is recommended when using V tail function The 10CG provides 4 offset trims to allow the modeler 4 additional setups along with the normal flight condition NORMAL START SPEED DISTANCE and LANDING These offset trims have same setting abilities basically except the switch and dial assignment For an example of trim se
51. to perform such a range check Power Down mode TM10 POWER MODE CTM1 POWER MODE We have installed a special Power Down Mode for doing a ground range check To access Power Dour the Power Down Mode hold down the DIAL while turning on the transmitter Doing so will andl PON bring up TM10 POWER MODE menu To activate the Power Down Mode press DIAL and the home screen will appear During this mode the RF power is reduced so the range test can be performed In addition when this mode is activated the blue LED on the front of the transmitter starts blinking and the transmitter gives users a warning with a beeping sound every 3 seconds The Power Down Mode continues for 90 seconds and after that the power will go back to the normal level To exit the Power Down Mode before the 90 seconds press DIAL again This mode is available 1 time only so if you need to re use this function the transmitter power must be cycled NEVER start flying when the Power Down Mode is active 1 With the Power Down Mode on walk away from the model while simultaneously operating the controls Have an assistant stand by the model to confirm that all controls are completely and correctly operational You should be able to walk approximately 30 50 paces from the model without losing control 2 If everything operates correctly return to the model Set the transmitter in a safe yet accessible location so it will be within reach after starting the eng
52. working together to achieve the 3 axes of motion There are 7 basic CCPM types displayed below CCPM has several advantages the most obvious of which is far less mechanical complexity to properly move the swashplate of the helicopter Additionally several servos working in unison ex HR3 all 3 servos together create elevator movement dramatically increases the torque available as well as the precision and centering Please note that some helicopters are type HR3 or HN3 except off by 180 degrees For example the Kyosho Caliber is HR3 but with the 2 parallel servos to the rear of the helicopter not front If your model s swashplate is off by 180 degrees you will still use that swashplate type but also use SWASH AFR p 95 to adjust the functions as needed until it operates properly Additionally different angles of CCPM may also be created utilizing the fully assignable programmable mixes See our Frequently Asked Questions area at www futaba re com faq Not operating quite like you expected In many CCPM installations you need to either reverse the direction of a specific function SWASH AFR or reverse a single servo s direction REVERSE See SWASH AFR for details p 95 Swashplate Types H 1 FRONT PIT A AIL PIT PN AIL AIL PIT Normal linkage type AIL a PIT ae b H 1 each servo linked ig AIL to the swashplate AIL PIT independently ELE HN3 H 2 H4X f ere j All PIT a gt PIT Al O ww Y e PIT
53. 0 e Center position GENTER The operation reference point of flap can be offset 100 to 100 with a default of 0 Note When changing the polarity of a rate change rate dir is displayed for a check Please set up after pressing DIAL for 1 second and canceling an alarm display GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Ex Set the maximum travel of 35 of Open the CAMBER FLAP function for 1 second If BASIC again the total flap travel to CAMBER FLAP OF Adjust the up down trim amount to FLP1 VR A to 35 separately Ex adjust to 35 VRA to 35 Repeat Option Adjust the center position of to CENTER to desired point flap servo Close menu 86 BUTTERFLY crow mixing GLID CBUTTERFLY rate A AIL1 HEE CIRRIC 3 FLAF Bz MIs IHH A A AIL2F AK Slik SwA aa SPOIk FOOWH 7 7 PRESETF 15s 567 BUTTERFLY often called crow see GLID p 80 for details simultaneously moves the flap twin ailerons and elevator and is usually used to make steep descents or to limit increases in airspeed in dives Two separate BUTTERFLY settings are available CIR1 CIR2 CCOHDITIOH FUNCTIOH Adjustability s5W P0s e Activation Proportional by moving the THROTTLE STICK START Mika FE PCOWH e Switch Mix SWITCH is selectable SPEEDRIMH PE FLIP DISTANCEFINHH FC PRCEHTER LANDINGRIMH FC FDOWH ARBE FUHCRSTICK Ato H SWITCH A to H NULL alwa
54. 0CG functions may be reassigned to non default positions quickly and easily e Basic control assignments of channels 5 10 are quickly adjustable in AUX CH see p 46 For example the channel 5 servo which defaults to SWITCH E for retract use can easily be unassigned NULL to allow for easy use as a second rudder servo in a mix or to a slider or dial for bomb door or other control e Note that most functions need to be activated in the programming to operate e 1OCAG Mode 1 1OCHG and 10CG transmitter functions are similar but reverse certain switch commands Always check that you have the desired switch assignment for each function during set up Switch Knob Airplane ACRO Sailplane Glider GLID Helicopter HELI AorH elevator dual rate elevator dual rate elevator dual rate down butterfly on chl0 SWITCH D SWITCH E or G landing gear ch 5 E hold ch5 SWITCH F or H snap roll trainer trainer THR CUT SWITCH G or E none up Speed cond idle up 1 and 2 lt a E Start cond SWITCH HorF T SWITCH HorF Hor F Inone o Oooo SO ideBgyro OS gyro KNOB A flap ch 6 flap HOVERING PITCH NOE trim if FLAPERON on eo IKNOBB B h8 o O 8 ch8 o 8 kh8 O O 8 KNOB C spoiler ch 7 ch 7 HOVERING THROTTLE disabled if AIL DIFF on disabled if AIL DIF on SoS SLIDERD D SLIDERD C none s ss SOS hone o bs OS 5 kh5 hone SOS SLIDER E none none PT On the 1OCAG Mode 2 transmitters the TOP LEFT SWITCHES are spring
55. 26 Stick Up Stick Right Stick Down Stick Left A QUICK GUIDE GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIE 4 CHANNEL AIRCRAFT This guide is intended to help you get acquainted with the radio to give you a jump start on using your new radio and to give you some ideas and direction on how to do even more than you may have already considered It follows our basic format of all programming pages a big picture overview of what we accomplish a by name description of what we re doing to help acquaint you with the radio then a step by step instruction to leave out the mystery when setting up your model For additional details on each function see that function s section in this manual The page numbers are indicated in the goals column as a convenience to you See p 26 for a legend of symbols used GOALS of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS for EXAMPLE Prepare your aircraft Install all servos switches receivers etc per your model s instructions Turn on transmitter then receiver adjust all linkages so surfaces are nearly centered Mechanically adjust all linkages as close as possible to proper control throws Check servo direction Make notes now of what you will need to change during programming Name the model Open the BASIC menu then open the Turn on the transmitter P 32 MODEL submenu for 1 second ICAINANCE ee Note that you do not need to do as needed to highlight MODEL anything to save or store this data G to cho
56. ACRO HELI ch 8 see p 65 N Remember that if you assign primary control of a channel to a switch which you later use for other functions like dual triple rates or airbrakes every time you use that other function you will also be moving the auxiliary channel GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Assign flaps to the right slider VR E Open BASIC menu then open AUK CH 2 for 1 second If ADWANCE 00 again and set channel 7 to NULL in preparation function 7 y A 3 to use it as a smoke system control the to page 2 to AUN CH amp smoke system being activated later by a Choose the channel to change ex ch to Ch7 throttle to ch 7 mix 6 Change primary control ex to slider to Wr E Repeat as needed ex ch 7 to NULL to Ch to NULL Where next Programmable mixes see p 68 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EKP see p 42 Adjust SUB TRIM of auxiliary channel to adjust center SWITCH position see p 49 Adjust END POINTS sets end points of travel even when using a switch see p 39 46 TRAINER for training novice pilots with optional trainer cord connecting 2 transmitters The instructor has several levels of controllability CTRAIHEF I 1 AILE FUNC 2 ELEU FUNC IHH 3 THRO FUNC d FUDD FUNC CH1 ATLEROH S GEAR OFF FUH 6 FLAP OFF TEAUKL OFF S AUKS OFF Adjustability NORM When the TRAINER SWITCH is ON the channel set to this mode can be controlle
57. AMPLE STEPS INPUTS Change the receiver FailSafe command Open the BASIC menu then open F 0 for 1 second If ADVANCE again switch to a preset position to HS Choose Channel to change ex Ch 8 NOTE This is one of severallget and confirm fail safe command that controls channel 8 to desired unctions for which the radio requires OFF position confirmation to make a change B O for 1 second to store Repeat as desired Ce a Where next Read below for information on Battery FailSafe Adjust END POINTS to gain proper F responses if needed see p 39 Adjust SUB TRIM to gain proper F responses if needed see p 49 Battery FailSafe F a second battery low warning feature separate from the transmitter low voltage warning When the airborne battery voltage drops below approximately 3 8V the 2 4G receiver s battery F function moves the throttle to a predetermined position When the Battery F function is activated your engine will move to idle if you haven t set a position or a preset position You should immediately land You may temporarily reset the Battery F function by moving the THROTTLE STICK to idle You will have about 30 seconds of throttle control before the battery function reactivates Adjustability e NOR F S setting for throttle results in Battery F going to the servo position reached by moving THROTTLE STICK to the bottom with TRIM LEVER centered e F S position setting fo
58. AP TRIM iernat aen o novel 53 ACRO BASIC MENU FUNCTIONS ee 30 Ail Differential AILE DIFF 54 MODEL Submenu MODEL SELECT COPY NAME 30 Aueron Differential GUE DID nooo a PARAMETER Submenu RESET TYPE MODUL ATL AILE 2 N i rig N F CONTRAST BACK LIGHT HOME DISP USER NAME LOGIC typ COMO eee m eee seer ee eeess sees ee ee eee sess eeeeesseee Te ee eee le 33 a rc baite ae maa 7 5 a i alas 38 MON onesie eesssescecceenetettttteseseseeteeeeenenneenee Sl ol ag 50 Twin Elevator Servos AILEWATOR 000000 57 Idle Management IDLE DOWN and THR CUT sich eek 40 SaPol eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee eee rere rere rere errr re Dual Triple Rates and Exponential D R EXP Bases 42 aye H POOH ee ee eee meee eee eee EE HEHEHE HEEE HEH EH ES HEE EH EH EH EE EE SEES TIMER Submenu 45 int po ANGMY PES in aiis 6l E eda Pp NS EAE snd tg aos EA Lie FLAP oire a ENT EEE E A oraterrrre 62 a Channel assignments and CH9 reverse A lt ARBRAKE BUTTERFIY crow cara rae aceon 63 ar e A E REEE n THROTTLE NEEDIE o OT 65 TRIM and SUB TRIM deve ntact ta n dots an REAS 48 THROTTLE DELAY eer ee eee e rere ee ree eee eee eee eee eee ee eee ee eee ere ree reer ey 66 THROTTLE CURVE 00000 ec eeeteteeeees 67 SERVO Display manina EEA 49 Linear Prog mixes 1 4 68 x ilSafe F cccccccccccceecee 0 i TT esessesesesososoescoososoeseccoososoeseeeeooo aksa and Banten Paisai Eis 3 Curve Prog MIM
59. ASIC menu then open THR CUT for 1 second If ADVANCE again with the flip of a switch Note that you function z MUST assign a switch The default is gt to THR CUT NULL Activate the function Choose desired to MIK to OFF or ON switch and the position which activates P to SW to desired switch the function to POSI to desired position Where next Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 Set up TRAINER functions see p 47 Set up twin aileron servos see p 51 Set up twin elevator servos see p 57 Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIE SW See p 38 79 GLIDER ADVANCE MENU Varied wing types and tail types twin aileron servos twin elevator servos elevon v tail etc See p 51 58 for basic information e FLAPERON GLID 1A 1F only 2 aileron servos operate in opposite directions as ailerons and same direction as flaps See p 45 e CAMBER FLAP provides camber movement or trimming of flaps See p 53 e For sailplanes this function is also used as wing camber The amount depends on the model but usually a small amount less than 10 is preferred since too much camber produces excess drag Don t use more than about 1 16 travel up or down for glider camber Some airfoils such as the RG 15 should be flown with NO reflex camber Be sure to consult your model s manual for guidelines e Note that even though you may make CAMB
60. Aileron Dual Rate Switch Idle up 3 Switch Idle up 1 amp 2 Switch SW H SW G fThrottle Hold Switch High pitch Lever VR E eee Elevator Aileron Throttle Collective Stick Pitch amp Rudder Stick RF PEDAS Elevator Trim Lever Aileron Trim Lever Power LED Throttle Collective Trim Lever Rudder Trim Lever Cursor Lever for optional neckstrap Up position ON This figure shows the default switch assignments for a 10CHG Mode 2 system as supplied by the factory You can change many of the switch positions or functions by selecting a new position within the setting menu for the function you wish to move Example move aileron dual rates to switch C to create triple rates See p 42 for details Power LED blinks to indicate if any mix switches are activated RF LED is blue when the transmission link is solid and the radio is transmitting properly 12 Trainer function connector alee NOTE If you need to remove or replace pack the transmitter battery do not pull on its wires to remove it Instead gently pull on the connector s plastic housing where it plugs into the transmitter Charging jack Battery connector location Battery cover SWITCH ASSIGNMENT TABLE e The factory default functions activated by the switches and knobs for a 1 OCAG Mode 2 transmitter are shown below e Most 1
61. CONDITION SELECT IDLE UP1 2 IDLE UP3 items noes tts IER IDLE UP1 2 3 position type switch only IDL3 2 position type switch only ShINH FE FDOWH e Activated with the throttle curve for that condition in THR CURVE THR HOLDFIMH PG FDOWH e Curves are adjusted to maintain constant RPM even when the collective pitch is negative inverted e Note that REVO mixing has one curve for idle ups 1 and 2 and a second curve just for idle up3 e Gyro settings may be set separately for each idle up See p 101 e Governor settings may be set up to follow Normal Idlel Idle2 but do not offer a setting to adjust for each of the 5 conditions like gyro See p 101 e Activating OFFSET makes the TRIM LEVERS adjust the trim separately in each of the idle up conditions For an example of throttle and pitch curves and revo please see Normal Flight Condition Setup p 97 101 OFFSET Optional separate trims in addition to those for the normal condition This function is used to automatically change the trim of a helicopter For example when transitioning from hover to flying at high speed a clockwise rotation rotor helicopter tends to drift to the right at high speed so an aileron offset may be applied to offset the helicopter to the left The necessary elevator offset varies with model geometry so it must be determined by noting collective pitch changes at high speed The rudder offset is affected by both revo mixing and trim lever movement whil
62. ER FLAP active while using AILE DIFF it will not have any effect The ONLY function that allows control of the ailerons as flaps in the AILE DIFF configuration is airbrake butterfly e Aileron Differential AILE DIFF allows twin aileron servos to provide differential down travel from up travel See p 54 e Using Twin Aileron Servos with FLAPERON and AILE DIFF See AIL 2 p 55 ELEWON for flying wings See p 56 e V TAIL for models with 2 servos operating together to create roll and pitch control See p 58 AILEVATOR not available in GLID model types Mixes e Linear Programmable mixes PROG MIK1 4 fully assignable programmable mixes with a linear response see p 68 e Curved Programmable mixes PROG MIXS 8 fully assignable programmable mixes with a curved response See p T ELEV FLAP pre programmed mix creates elevator movement from the inboard flaps as well as elevators See p 62 e BUTTERFLY Often called crow BUTTERFLY is the glider version of AIRBRAKE BUTTERFLY does not have the option to activate it solely from a switch and its activation switch It always provides progressively more BUTTERFLY as the CHANNEL 3 THROTTLE STICK is lowered or raised if used THR REV p 38 See AIRBRAKE p 63 Full Span Mixing Flap to Aileron and Aileron to Flap e CAMBER MIW AILE FLAP This pre programmed mix is used to create full span flap aileron action on a glider with 4 wing servos This changes the camber over the entire wing
63. Ex select E E to E to gyro rate Gt Eup to NOR70 0 fs E down to AVG 70 73 Adjust gyro rates as needed Ex UP to NOR70 CNTR to 0 loff DOWN to AVC70 as starting points Special Additions Functions And Added Equipment Commonly Used On Powered Aircraft Gyros Just as torque rotates an aircraft on the runway during take off helicopters struggle with torque twisting the model every time throttle is applied For many years gyroscopes have been used on model helicopters to control this In competition aerobatics and scale aircraft competition alike the usefulness of gyros has recently come to light For in depth information on gyro types please see p 106 For aerobatics gyros on rudder and elevator fix over rotation of snaps and spins as well as tail wagging in stall turns Futaba offers a twin axis gyro GYA 352 that controls two axes with a single gyro For 3D aerobatics below stall speed such as torque rolls heading hold AVCS gyros on rudder and elevator dramatically simplify these maneuvers For scale models gyros are frequently used to simplify take offs and landings by keeping the model straight during throttle application Always be careful if using a heading hold AVCS gyro as it will correct any change in yaw that is not caused by movement of the rudder like making a turn with just aileron and elevator Typically modelers use heading hold AVCS settings only for specific maneuvers
64. Futaba 10CAG 10CHG 10CG 2 4GHz 10 CHANNEL RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2 AG a 10H T2 10 00 Md a a g 8 16 al TIMER 2 48 Futaba 9 am Technical updates and additional programming examples available at http www futaba rc com faq Entire Contents Copyright 2009 1M23N21007 TABLE OF CONTENTS Linear Prog MIM S 1 4 oo eee eee ereees 68 INTRODUCTION sete cs dite genrtedeeal eee les avi doen nee 3 Curve Prog MIK S 5 8 oo eceeeeteeeees 71 Additional Technical Help Support and Service 3 GYA gyro mixing GYRO SENSE 73 Application Export and Modification 0 0 0 0 4 Other Equipment sas citnadhscannmianioainnata 74 Meaning of Special Markings n 5 Safety Precautions do not operate without reading 5 Introduction to the 10CG secccsssssssssssessessseccessseesseess 7 GLIDER GLIDHA 1F 2A 1F 2A 2F FUNCTIONS 75 Contents and Technical Specifications Bb nerbrek ah be nd Tete nhe 9 Table of COMINGS e283 anran E e ea E ETORTEN 75 ACCESSO ES csi rnt ieta a E EEA R TA 10 Getting Started with a Basic 4 CH Glider 76 Rone o l l GLIDER SPECIFIC BASIG MENU FUNCTIONS 78 witch Identification Assignment ccccccseeeee Changing the Ni COBARTES ed ae en See re Stick Adjustments oriin e EAE E E 16 Adjusting display contrast c cccccccscsessceseeseseseees 16 GLIDER SPECIFIC ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS
65. GX commonly used to make tighter pylon turns or squarer corners in maneuvers In RATE 50 most cases the flaps droop are lowered when up elevator is commanded Bact ace Adjustability e Rate 100 full up flap to 100 full down flap with a default of 50 ACRO one half of the flap range is achieved when the ELEVATOR STICK is pulled to provide full up elevator CELEW FLAPI MISHIHH Switch fully assignable Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up t is LOGIC SW Sce p 38 a pe START IF you set it to wall the mix does not work AGRO AILiezth 18 ren Range GLID The range that mixing does not work near neutral of an elevator Se ae g LANDI stick can be set up SiikSucl POSTRUP Hold the stick to the desired point upper or lower side then press DIAL and hold one second to set the range GLID e Condition GLID Separate ELEW FLAP settings for each condition can be set GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate ELEV FLAP mixing Adjust flap Open the ELEW FLAP function for 1 second If BASIC again travel to 0 flaps with negative elevator a push and 45 flaps with positive to ELEV FLAP Adjust the travels as needed to RATE 0 0 Ex Oto 49 ELEVATOR STICK to 0 ELEVATOR STICK to 45 Where next Adjust flaperons flap travel available FLAPERON see p 52 Set up AIRBRAKE crow butterfly see p 63 Set up programmable mixes ex FLAP ELEVATOR
66. If you have any difficulties while using your system please consult the manual our online Frequently Asked Questions on the web pages referenced below your hobby dealer or the Futaba Service Center FASST Futaba Advanced Spread Spectrum Technology Owner s Manual and Additional Technical Help This manual has been carefully written to be as helpful to you the new owner as possible There are many pages of setup procedures and examples However it need not be your sole resource of setup guidelines for your 10CG For example pages 27 29 include setup instructions for a basic 4 channel airplane The Frequently Asked Questions web page referenced below includes this type of step by step setup instructions for a variety of other model types including multi engine complex gear installation 7 servo aerobatic models 140 degree CCPM etc http www futaba re com faq Due to unforeseen changes in production procedures the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Support and Service It is recommended to have your Futaba equipment serviced annually during your hobby s off season to ensure safe operation IN NORTH AMERICA Please feel free to contact the Futaba Service Center for assistance in operation use and programming Please be sure to regularly visit the 10CG Frequently Asked Questions web site at www futaba re com faq This page includes extensive programming use set up and safety inform
67. KY and switch between the governor gt to GOVERNOR settings automatically when changing Activate the function to MIK to ACT conditions Consider setting the battery Optional change cut off channel to cut CH A to CH8 FailSafe settings and other helpfull channel 8 and assign switch and amp to cut W O E functions on the GV 1 itself direction for on off channel 8 ere Optional change switch assignment to to SW select governor settings Ex select switch that adjusts the to Cond conditions Adjust governor speed settings per to each Cond position switch position or condition as needed Ex defaults are fine Allows head or as needed speed adjustment from transmitter to next Cond position Repeat Close the function Where next GYRO see p 107 Adjust FailSafe F settings p 50 Adjust idle up 3 collective pitch curve for same rates of climb upright inverted See p 101 Adjust elevator aileron response to fit your flying style see D R EXP and END POINT SWASH AFR p 42 39 95 109 GLOSSARY 3D Common name for certain types of aerobatic maneuvers Aircraft flying below the model s stall speed such as torque rolls Helicopters combining 2 or more maneuvers such as rolling loop 4 8V 4 8 volt battery pack made of 4 Ni Cd 1 2V cells See Accessories 5 cell 6 0 volt battery pack made of 4 alkaline cells or 5 Ni Cd cells See Accessories 6V 6Volt
68. NOTE Changing AILE 2 only tells the system which servos to utilize if FLAPERON or AIL DIF is activated You still must activate that function and complete its setup For details on twin aileron servos including using AILE 2 see p 55 GLID 1A 1F only If using channel 3 for second aileron the receiver s Battery Fail Safe function does not work Adjustable travel limit ATL makes the channel 3 TRIM LEVER THROTTLE TRIM effective only at low throttle disabling the trim at high throttle This prevents pushrod jamming due to idling trim changes This function defaults to ON If you are not using channel 3 for throttle you may want trim operation the same as on all other channels To do so set ATL to OFF If you need the ATL to be effective at the top of the stick instead of the bottom reverse the THR REV setting Note that this affects all models in the radio not just the model you are currently editing See servo REWERSE p 38 GOAL of EXAMPLE robots tanks airbrakes and other PARAMETER submenu channel 3 uses to 2nd page of menu to PARAMETER Go to ATL and Change Ex to OFF to ATL to OFF Where next Set up ELEVON for tank style control throttle steering on one STICK see p 56 Set up IDLE DOWN and THR CUT to adjust channel 3 servo at low stick see p 40 Reassign auxiliary channels 5 8 ex from dial to switch slider see p 46 Utilize servo REWERSE see p 38 Adjust servo travel with END P
69. OINT see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 Throttle Reverse THR REW GLID only is a special function that reverses the throttle control including moving the trim functionality to the stick s upper half The separate THR REV settings for each model can be set Default setting depends on the THR REV setting in the TX SETTING menu see p 17 LCD screen adjustment CONTRAST BACK LIGHT Adjustability CPARAMETER J 22 The following LCD screen adustments are possible CONTRAST MENE e Contrast adjustment piers MAE B e Backlighting brightness adjustment CONTRAST adjust the LCD contrast from 10 dark to 10 bright Also it is USER HAME _ ________ _ possible to adjust the contrast from the home screen See Adjusting Display Contrast p 16 BACK LIGHT MAX adjusts the backlighting brightness for the specific period approximately 15 seconds after operating the edit keys Setting range OFF 0 to 20 bright BACK LIGHT MIN adjusts the backlighting brightness after the above specific period Setting range OFF 0 to MAN setting GOAL of EXAMPLE Change CONTRAST from 0 to 2 Open BASIC menu then open for 1 second If ADWANCE again PARAMETER submenu to PARAMETER Go to CONTRAST and change setting to CONTRAST Home screen display mode selection HOME DISP HELI only selects the display item in the home screen for HELI CPARAMETER 2
70. RIM menu adjusts rate at which the trim responds to movement of the trim sliders Also has a reset function to reset the model s electronic trims LO ZCTO krennet eeke Enna E iE eaa vies a EE T E EEE E O EEE aecdee EEEE 48 TRIM OFFSET HELI sets an offset or adjustment of trim when switching between conditions See OFFSET TRIM option in mixes ability to adjust the slave servo s center when the master servo s center is adjusted using the trim sliders for example when using two separate flap servos See Programmable mix c ccccccccccccccsceteeteeeeeeeneeseteenseees 61 Triple rate 3rd control travel setting available in flight See D R EXP Twin aileron servos use of two or more servos on separate channels to control aileron action Includes flaperon aileron differential and Clevions yoisioe AE ATE TA Ca fecatetnos desea sates EE EEE soucadeoos canst esate T 51 Twin elevator servos use of two or more servos on separate channels to control the elevator of a model Includes elevon AUS V ALOT V bal fics cdet ea esau cateenecacaan e E siedacsed vadestasdescoscsencoued seasbasdeastas sees causes a a e e e 58 Tx transmitter 118 Voltmeter voltage reading displays transmitter voltage on home sereen eseeeeescesceseeseeeeeeeeesececeeeeeseeseceaeaeeaeeeeceaeeaeeas 23 VR A E variable rate controls Knobs and sliders on the radio See switch assignment chart for default assignments VR A C are knobs VR D E are sli
71. RS for rapid yet precise trim adjustment no remembering to store trims between models and no more bumped trims during transport IDLE DOWN ACRO THR CUT ACRO HELI engine shut off and MOTOR CUT GLID setups to allow precise engine motor control for taxi and landings e 15 complete model memories with 33 more per optional CAMPac 128K e New stick design with improved feel adjustable length and tension e Triple rates available by setting dual rates to 3 position switches e Eight SWITCHES three DIALS and two SLIDERS completely assignable in most applications e Trainer system includes the functional FUNC setting which allows the student to use the 10CG s mixing helicopter and other programming functions even with a 4 channel buddy box Optional trainer cord required e 10CG transmitter transmits in both 2 4G 7 H and 2 4G 10CH by selecting modulation and then cycling the transmitter power Requires receiver of proper modulation e Permanent memory storage via EEPROM with no backup battery to service or have fail e 1OCAG transmitter features airplane friendly switch layout with the trainer switch at the left hand Mode 2 and a notched throttle to minimize throttle changes with rudder input Defaults to AGRO model type e 1OCHG transmitter features helicopter friendly switch layout with idle up and throttle hold switches at the left hand and a smooth ratchet less unsprung throttle for perfect hoveri
72. TORS ACRO Twin elevator servos plugged into separate channels used to control elevator with the option to also act as ailerons in conjunction with the primary ailerons seesinane o ao E V E a E E 56 Airbrake to elevator mixing GLID Applies up or down elevator when airbrakes are deployed correcting for any pitch change from the added drag Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix Airbrake GLID Leading edge flaps on gliders controlled by CHANNEL 3 NORMALLY THROTTLE STICK AIRBRAKE ACRO Combines elevator flap and optionally spoilers to suddenly slow the model for spot landings May be 110 triggered by THROTTLE STICK POSITION For similar glider programming see BUTTERFIY 0 0000000000000000 63 AMA Academy of Model Aeronautics Non profit organization governing model aircraft flight in the US ee 5 AST Adjustable Servo Travel See END POINT ATL Adjustable Travel Limited Standard type of trim used for throttle where the trim is effective only in the idle portion of the THROTTLE STICK POSITION Normal trims affect the entire travel of the servo ex elevator trims but ATL trims only the low end of the throttle movement allowing throttle idle adjustments that donit over drive the servo at full MOMS oraa er e aaa a T voodudats dunt a E TA inn eb eepnana thea sa buehanad E EAE A aT saaa 38 ATV Older less clear terminology for end point adjustment See END POINT Autorotation The ability of a helicop
73. TTLE NEEDLE uses CH8 and cannot be active simultaneously e Direction of each servo s travel may be reversed in REVERSE or the set percentages may be reversed here e Elevator travels independently adjustable both directions and percent e Optional action as ailerons defaults to 50 response This response cannot be activated deactivated in flight Setting AILT and 2 to O disables this feature Note if you want this but controlled with a switch set AILT and 2 to 0 here and use 2 mixes AlL t0 ELEW and AIL to AUK2 link trim off assign a switch to get aileron action from the elevator servos when the assigned switch is on See p 68 For details on setting up a complex aerobatic plane such as one with 4 wing servos full span ailerons flaps AIRBRAKE crow etc please visit www futaba rc com faq Many other setups are also available The AILEVATOR mixing function uses one servo on each of the two elevators and combines the elevator function with the aileron function unless aileron travel is set to 0 For aileron effect the elevators are raised and lowered opposite of one another in conjunction with the ailerons Once AILEWATOR is activated unless you zero out the aileron values see below any time you move your ailerons or any programming moves your ailerons ie RUDDER AILERON mixing the radio automatically commands both elevator servos to also operate as ailerons To deactivate this action simply set the 2 aileron travel settin
74. UCH higher amount of travel than your low rate at 89 Ex At 100 1 Low Rate 50 High Rate 100 At 89 Low Rate 45 At 90 High Rate 9 Note Only if any stick is chosen by the item of SW1 a switch can also be chosen by the item of SW2 When operated simultaneously the switch operation has priority over the stick operation ACRO 100 90 0 90 100 Adjustability SS ee ee e Range 0 140 0 would deactivate the control completely Initial value lt p gt t M ___ _ 2 100 High Rate Low Rate High Rate Adjustable for each direction ACRO GLID ic Up down left right Ex Most 0 30 100 models fly upright without any elevator trim but require some down elevator when inverted just to maintain level flight By increasing the down travel by lt gt 44 gt the amount required to hold the model inverted the model now has equal ow Rate High Rate travel available from level upright or level inverted Exponential changes the response curve of the servos relative to the stick position to make flying more pleasant You can make the servo movement less or more sensitive around neutral for rudder aileron elevator and throttle except HELI type use THROTTLE CURVE instead ACRO type throttle EXP and THROTTLE CURVE can not be activated simultaneously Why use expo Many models require a large amount of travel to perform their best tricks However without exponential they are touchy a
75. VRB Carrying Handle VR A YRI This controls CH6 and if flaperon mixing This knob is disabled if aileron differential is activated controls the flap is activated SWB SWO Elevator Flap Mixing or Airbrake Mixing Switch SW A Elevator Dual Rate Switch CH10 SW F Snap Roll or Trainer Switch Landing Gear Switch CHS SW D Aileron Dual Rate Switch SW H fA SW G VR E a Rudder M Elevator Throttle Aileron Stick ig w Stick Power ae Throttle Elevator Trim Lever Trim Lever Rudder Trim Lever Aileron Trim Lever MODE Key Cursor Lever of Futaba for optional neckstrap Up position ON This figure shows the default switch assignments for a 10CAG Mode 2 system as supplied by the factory You can change many of the switch positions or functions by selecting a new position within the setting menu for the function you wish to move Example move aileron dual rates to switch C to create triple rates See p 42 for details Power LED blinks to indicate if any mix switches are activated RF LED is blue when the transmission link is solid and the radio is transmitting properly 11 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS HELI CAMPac or Dust Cap VR B VR A CH8 Knob Carrying Handle Hovering Pitch Knob VR C Hovering Throttle Knob CH7 Antenna SW B SW C Rudder Dual Rate Switch CH9 SW A Elevator Dual Rate a SWD S
76. W P0s START MARE E FDOUWH SPEEDFIMH FE FUP DISTAHCEFIHH PC FCENTER LAHCIHGPINH FC FGOWH AR BE FUHCRSTICK Channnel 3 s function is selectable in the ARBK FUNC item Throttle stick switches or knobs By selecting anything other than STK channel 3 s function may be separated from BUTTERFLY S function so channel 3 can be used for other functions Adjustability e Channel 3 s function STK THROTTLE STICK Sw A to H SWITCH A to H Wr A to Wr E KNOB A to E 88 HELICOPTER MODEL FUNCTIONS Please note that nearly all of the BASIC menu functions are the same for airplane ACRO setup sailplane GLID setups and helicopter HELI setups The features that are identical refer back to the ACRO chapter The Helicopter BASIC menu includes the normal condition s throttle and collective pitch curves and revo mixing Idle ups and throttle hold are advanced features and are in the ADVANCE menu HELICOPTER FUNCTIONS Serrara rars EEES 89 HELI ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS osci 99 Table of contents and reference info for helicopters 89 THROTTLE HOLD rinri iaria ninos 99 Getting Started with a Basic Helicopter 000 90 THR CURVE PIT CURVE and REWO 00000 2 100 HELI BASI MENU FUNCTIONS o 93 ae ee EEEE NTE renera teeth ET MODEL Submenu MODEL SELECT COPY NAME PERA 30 aoa 0 se eee eee EEC R COE CEC ECU e Cree ere rere errr er ererereecererererrey 103 PARAMETER Submenu RESET MODUL ATL AILE 2 Sai et SOOO e
77. Y Crow see BUTTERFLY GLID and AIRBRAKE ACRO Cursor See SELECT BUTTONS Curve Mix a mix that does not have the same reaction at all points along the master channel See Programmable mix Cyclic horizontal controls on a helicopter Cyclic pitch is typically called elevator Cyclic roll is typically called aileron Data reset erase all data in a specific model See RESET DELAY HELI slows the servo s reaction time when changing from one condition to another Eases any jumps in transition from one pitch setting to another etc Also see THROTTLE DELAY p 59 AGRO 0 0 0 0 ee eeeeseeneneeneees 103 Delta peak charger common name for a specialized charger designed and required to properly peak charge both NiMH and NiCd batteries actually called a Zero Delta V Peak Charger See Battery Care and Charging Dial transmitter s rotary control and button used in various ways during programming cecceceesceeeeeeeeeneeeteeeneeseees 11 Dial mix mix that uses a knob or slider as the master control moving the slave servo based upon the movement of the knob or slider See Prog mix Differential uneven movement in each direction of a control surface Usually used when discussing ailerons or when describing an undesirable unevenness in movement of other controls See Twin aileron servos Diode an electronic device which only allows current to flow one direction Used to protect radio against power surge and reversed po
78. a re com MODE BUTTON control button on radio s face used in various parts of programming ccceeceesceeseeetseeteeeteceteeeeeeees 11 MODEL COPY used to duplicate the settings of one model already in memory into a second model memory Often used to set up two similar models or make a copy of a working model to experiment with new setups Also used to copy models to from the CAM pace datastorage Unit oreina hed cetians tole E E A EAT A earaen Mag eisinieasisan five doles 31 MODEL NAME gives each model memory an 8 character name for easy recognition In MODEL submenu 32 MODEL RESET restore all data in a single model memory to defaults including name and model type See RESET MODEL SELECT choose the model memory you wish to modify or fly In MODEL submenu 0 0 0 0 0c ccc ceeeeeeeeeeseees 30 MODEL SELECTION ERROR the memory last loaded in the transmitter is not currently available usually because it is on a CAMPac not currently in the transmitter See Error messages MODEL TYPE select the type of model the aircraft is including airplane two glider types and five heli types 34 MODUL modulation means of transmitting data 2 4G 7CH 2 4G 10CH In PARAMETER submenu 0 000 000 35 MOTOR CUT GLID provides an easy way to stop the motor by flipping a switch regardless of the AIRBRAKE STICK POSION sreatteass arer anoe Guedes T E E E ATE cade A T e E E E TE T ORTE 79 Name see MODEL
79. absorbing materials It is also a good idea to waterproof the receiver by placing it in a plastic bag and securing the open end of the bag with a rubber band before wrapping it with foam rubber If you accidentally get moisture or fuel inside the receiver you may experience intermittent operation or a crash If in doubt return the receiver to our service center for service 19 Operation Mode Select R6008HS R6014HS Link Mode Switch Link DIVERSITY Futaba Advanced Spread Spectrum technology 14 channel receiver lode DIVERSITY 8 CHANNEL RECEIVER C ZER neniani ASST SANE stows R6008HS LED R6014HS LED Link Mode Switch The operation mode is on Normal mode from factory shipping To change the mode please adhere to the following steps r Turn on the receiver 1 Turn off the receiver E t 2 Press and hold the Link Mode switch and turn on the receiver Keep holding the switch for more than one 1 second The LED i iTo change the mode between begins flashing to indicate the current status Function No function Normal and High Speed 3 Release the switch Showing the CURRENT Solid as the mode changed 4 Turn off the receiver mode with blink Red Solid Normal Green Red Blink High Speed Speed Become Red after one 1 second LED Status Red Blink Normal Green Red Solid High By doing so the receiver will change modes Please check the operation mode by observing
80. ailSafe F cc 50 89 GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC HELICOPTER This guideline is intended to help you set up a basic H 1 heli to get acquainted with the radio to give you a jump start on using your new radio and to give you some ideas and direction on how to do even more with this powerful system than you may have already considered It follows our basic format of all programming pages a big picture overview of what we re trying to accomplish a by name description of the steps to help acquaint you with the radio and then a step by step instruction to leave out the mystery and challenge of setting up your model Briefly the typical helicopter s controls are as follows e Aileron changes cyclic lateral roll Rolls the helicopter Tilts the swashplate to the left or right CH1 e Elevator changes cyclic pitch Changes the helicopter s angle of attack nose up or nose down Tilts the entire swashplate fore and aft CH2 e Rudder changes the angle of the tail rotor Yaws the helicopter left or right CH4 e Collective Pitch adjusts main rotor collective angle of the paddles changing the main blades pitch Increased collective pitch with throttle causes the helicopter to rise Moves in conjunction with throttle on the THROTTLE STICK CH6 e Throttle opens closes carburetor Moves in conjunction with collective pitch on the THROTTLE STICK CH3 e REVO mix that adds rudder in conjunction with pitch Thi
81. aileron mix ACRO GLID used to create full span flap reaction in flight Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default setup of one mix in GLID Flap to elevator mix AGRO GLID used to counteract unwanted changes in pitch when flaps are deployed Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default setup of one mix in ACRO and GLID FLAPERON one servo on each aileron plugged into channels 1 and 6 which operate both as ailerons and as flaps See Twin IAR ETA ALE E cast EE cdipoad fase h cued stea cate cba de se BSa Rood Bud LAL oad dn PS aaa Lod naa E daa teaeciectabte stone anda Ze 51 FLAP TRIM Adjustment of central position of flaperons default assigned to CHANNEL 6 KNOB May also be used as primary or only control of flaperons acting as flaps or other mixes may be set up See Twin aileron servos 000 53 Fuel mixture control AGRO HELI see THROTTLE NEEDLE FUNC function mode of TRAINER allows student radio to use the computer programming for that channel in the master radio Ex allows a student with a 4 channel transmitter to fly an 8 servo aerobatic plane or a 5 servo helicopter See TRAINER Gain the responsiveness or amount of control given the gyro On a high gain the gyro is very active and overrides nearly all other actions Too high a gain may result in wagging at the surface as the gyro over corrects repeatedly in each direction See GYRO SENS Gear doors co
82. and rudder travel automatically applied e Range 120 to 120 on all 3 channels Default is 100 of range of all 3 channels e Directions Up to 4 separate snaps may be set up one for each of the 4 direction choices up right down right up left down left Each snap is fully adjustable regarding travels and direction on each of the 3 channels Note for simplicity the radio refers to snaps that use UP or positive elevator as U or UP snaps This is more commonly referred to as a positive or inside snap D or DOWN snaps are more commonly referred to as negative or outside snaps e R U Right positive R D Right negative L U Left positive L D Left negative snap roll e Assignment of the 2 switches DIR SW1 2 to change snap directions is fully adjustable and optional If you wish to have only one snap leave the switches as NULL If assigned SW up down SW2 left right e Caution it is critical that you remember if you assigned switches to select the three additional snaps e For example assign SWITCH A for U D snap direction and then also assign SWITCH A for elevator dual rates While flying on elevator low rate SWITCH A DOWN you pull your snap SWITCH The model will euse the throws set in the snap programming the low rate elevator has no effect and ebe a down negative outside snap not an up positive inside snap Both of these may come as a great surprise and risk crashing if you are unprepared
83. annel that is moved automatically in response to the movement of the master channel The second channel in a mix s name i e aileron to rudder eLink link this programmable mix with other mixes Ex PMIX FLAP ELEVATOR mixing to correct for ballooning when flaps are lowered but model has a V tail Without LINK 68 this mix only moves CH2 elevator when flap is commanded resulting in a dangerous combination of yaw and roll With LINK ON mixing is applied to both CH2 and CH4 MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET FLAP ELEV ON OFF ANY NULL 5 0 eTrim master s trim affects slave Not displayed if master is not CH 1 4 because 5 9 have no trim Ex two rudder servos With TRIM OFF rudder trim would bind the two servos TRIM ON resolves this e On off choices e SWITCH Any of the positions of any of the 8 switches may be used to activate a mix Upa ntr CntraDn options allow the mix to be ON in 2 of the 3 positions of a 3 position SWITCH e NULL No SWITCH can turn this mix OFF This mix is active at all times e LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 e STK THR Turned on off by THROTTLE STICK movement Trigger point direction are selectable Ex OFST to gear doors mix to open gear doors at idle which is only active if throttle is below half MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET OFST AUK2 OFF NO STK THR Stickat1 2 100 0 for 1 sec e Rate the percentage of the slave s range it wil
84. as to ensure that there is no loss of signal e To obtain the best results of the diversity function please refer to the following instructions 90 Must be kept as straight as possible 1 The two antennas must be kept as straight as possible Otherwise it will reduce the effective range 2 The two antennas should be placed at 90 degrees to each other This is not a critical figure but the most important thing is to keep the antennas away from each other as much as possible Larger models can have large metal objects that can attenuate the RF signal In this case the antennas should be placed at both sides of the model Then the best RF signal condition is obtained at any flying attitude 3 The antennas must be kept away from conductive materials such as metal TEL REEE Eee carbon and fuel tank by at least a half inch The coaxial part of the antennas does not need to follow these guidelines but do not bend it in a tight radius 4 Keep the antennas away from the motor ESC and other noise sources as much as possible bLosy eqan Antenna Antenna The two antennas should be placed at 90 degrees to each other The main purpose of the photo demonstrates how the antenna should be placed e Receiver Vibration and Waterproofing The receiver contains precision electronic parts Be sure to avoid vibration shock and temperature extremes For protection wrap the receiver in foam rubber or other vibration
85. at half stick e Available in normal NORM or normal idle up 1 NORM IDL1 condition only GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Fine tune hovering with the hovering Open the HOV THR function for 1 second If BASIC again adjustments Remember these affect A z E F only the hovering normal condition gt to HOV THR Optional change which knob adjusts Adjust throttle and collective pitch each hovering curve NULL locks in curves until the model hovers nicely In curve in last stored position flight adjust collective pitch and throttle Store the current dial settings prior to to RATE curves near hover point independently selecting another model 2 with HOV THR and HOV PIT knobs CY for one second to store or oO VR C to center raar seni tian Open the HOW PIT function to HOV PIT G Store the current dial settings prior to to RATE selecting another model 8 to desired knob and direction O for one second to store or oO VR A to center Where next THR HOLD see p 99 Setting up the Idle Ups Throttle and Collective pitch Curves and Revo Mixing TH CURVE PIT CURVE REVO MIX for idle ups see p 101 D R EXP sce p 42 104 HIGH LOW PITCH Al 10 PIT This function may be used to adjust the curves high and low side individually for each flight condition normal idle up 1 idle up 2 idle up 3 throttle hold CHI LO PITJ Adjustability KHORM HORM e You may def
86. ation on the 10CG radio system and is updated regularly Any technical updates and US manual corrections will be available on this web page If you do not find the answers to your questions there please see the end of our F A Q area for information on contacting us via email for the most rapid and convenient response Don t have Internet access Internet access is available at no charge at most public libraries schools and other public resources We find internet support to be a fabulous reference for many modelers as items can be printed and saved for future reference and can be accessed at any hour of the day night weekend or holiday If you do not wish to access the internet for information however don t worry Our support teams are available Monday through Friday 8 5 Central time to assist you FOR SERVICE ONLY FOR SUPPORT Futaba Service Center PROGRAMMING AND USER QUESTIONS 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Please start here for answers to most questions Champaign IL 61822 www futaba re com faq Phone 217 398 0007 FACSIMILE 217 398 7721 www futaba rc com service html PHONE 217 398 8970 option 2 Email service futaba re com OUTSIDE NORTH AMERICA Please contact your Futaba importer in your region of the world to assist you with any questions problems or service needs Please recognize that all information in this manual and all support availability is based upon the systems sold in North America only Products purchased
87. aution in checking its proper Operation prior to flight iisisti aa n E EEO r OE EEDA EEE EE EE E REE a 18 Rate amount of control given Ex see Programmable mix RESET to delete all data in the existing model only User CANNOT erase all data in the radio Only service center can do So Partof PARAMETER SUGMENU siiiieornereinerennsnn a ee Secon ch feats stan aa EEEE EAEE Oa ael dieet 33 Retractable landing gear landing gear that is brought up into the model during flight ssseseeseeeseseseeesssrsersrsessesrsersessss 74 REVERSE servo reversing Used to reverse the direction of a servo to ease installation and set up ccecceeseteeeeseeeeees 38 Rudder to aileron mix AGRO GLID used to counteract undesirable roll roll coupling that happens with rudder input especially in knife edge Gives proper aileron input to counteract roll coupling when rudder is applied Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default programming for one linear and one curve mix in AGRO and GLID Rudder to elevator mix used to counteract undesirable pitch pitch coupling with rudder input especially in knife edge flight Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default programming for one curve mix in ACRO Rudder to throttle mix HELI adds throttle to counter the added load from increasing pitch of the tail blades maintaining a constant head speed with rudder This is a minor effect and is not critical in m
88. ay takes about eight seconds to FATE MEER respond For helicopters see DELAYS p 103 This function may also be used to create a slowed servo on a channel other than throttle This is accomplished by plugging the desired servo Ex gear doors into CH3 THR throttle into an auxiliary channel such as 8 and then using some creative mixes Please see our Frequently Asked Questions area at www futaba rc com faq for this specific example GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate THR DELAY for a ducted fan Open the THR DELAY function for 1 second If BASIC again replica of a turbine powered aircraft Koj Slow the servo response byone second pee ase to THR DELAY G Activate the function to MIK to ACT Adjust the RATE to match the desired to RATE to 40 servo speed Ex 40 Where next Set up THROTTLE NEEDLE mixing see p 65 Adjust throttle s END POINT sce p 39 Adjust throttle exponential D R EMP see p 42 Set up AILEWATOR see p 57 Set up programmable mixes for example RUDDER AILERON sce p 68 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba rc com faq 66 Throttle curve THR CURWE ACRO CTHR CURWEI MLZRIHH This function adjust the throttle operation curve for optimum engine response to au FEC 3 throttle stick movement We out stk AB Toa 75 8 ee 5b 62 5 62 5 NOTE If the throttle EXP function is activated
89. battery pack made of 4 alkaline cells or 5 Ni Cd cells See Accessories ACCELERATION a delay mix which richens the engine mixture and then returns to normal to compensate for abrupt throttle changes See THROTTLE NEEDLE exsicscyccia ep Dos ces tagvet heave E ae aaa ne hee AAS Ua Cpa Re ope hare cag ae eee 65 Accessories additional optional items which may be used with your 10CG eccceccccsecesecesceeeeeeeeeeeeeecnaecneceeeeeeseeeeenaes 10 ACRO model type designed for use with powered aircraft Selected in the MODEL submenu under TYPE 6 34 ACRO yS GUD ot yy goes wesc basa i es elt eae een Hct aati ab a a N N a Sans tude 34 ACT Active Enables a feature to be utilized Opposite of INH Only visible in certain features Adjustable Function Rate see SWASH AFR Adjustable Servo Travel AST a specific type of end point adjustment See END POINT Adjustable Travel Limited ATL End point adjustment for low end only for throttle channel See ATL Adjustable Travel Volume ATV an older less specific term for end point adjustment See END POINT ADWANCE menus Specific menus for each model type which allow the modeler to access and program the radio s more advanced features AFR Adjustable function rate Used only in HELI model types with CCPM heads See SWASH AFR AILE 2 second aileron servo assignment See Twin aileron servos AILE1 2 3 4 Designation for the individual servos that are being commanded by t
90. ble today Its cutting edge MEMS Micro Electro Mechanical System sensor design ultra high speed processing speed and advanced PID control algorithm put it a quantum leap ahead of all other heading hold gyros in size weight and performance The GY520 has been optimized to work with small electric models and larger nitro 30 through 91 sized helicopters GYRO simplifies adjusting selecting the gyro sensitivity and can provide more than two gyro gain settings The higher the gain the more correction the gyro provides and the softer or less responsive the helicopter feels This function makes the best possible use of the inflight adjustable gain of most gyros Adjustability e Plug the gyro s sensitivity adjustment to channel 5 of the receiver not assignable e STD and AVCS Heading hold GY setup types available to simplify adjustments for AVCS Heading hold gyros e Full switch assignability or may select Cond option e Cond option provides separate gyro settings one for each condition automatically selected with the condition Allows changes in gain to meet the specific needs of each flight condition e Each gyro setting may be set from 0 to 100 NOR100 to AWE100 gain equating to ATV settings of 100 to 100 e Dual mode gyros heading hold AVCS and normal are easily triggered to each mode by changing the gyro setting s sign Negative settings trigger normal mode positive settings are AVCS mode e Larger percentage
91. ble with all J plug Futaba servos including retract winch and digital servos CONTENTS AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications and ratings are subject to change without notice Your 10CAG 10CHG or 10CG system includes the following components e T1IOCAG T10CHG or T10CG Transmitter e R6008HS or R6014HS Receiver e NR4RB 10CHG only or NR 4J 10CAG only Ni Cd battery amp Charger e Switch harness e Aileron extension cord e Neck strap The set contents depend on the type of set Transmitter T10CAG HG G 2 stick 10 channel FASST 2 4G system Transmitting frequency 2 4GHz band Modulation 2 4G 7ch or 2 4G 10ch switchable Power supply 9 6V NT8S700B Ni Cd battery Receiver R6008HS R6014HS Dual antenna diversity Power requirement 4 8V or 6 0V battery or regulated output from ESC etc ep Size R6008HS 0 98 x 1 86 x 0 56 in 24 9 x 47 3 x 14 3 mmy R6014HS 2 06 x 1 48 x 0 63 in 52 3 x 37 5 x 16 0 mm Weight R6008HS 0 48 oz 13 5g R6014HS 0 72 oz 20 8g CD Be sure that when using ESC s regulated output the capacity of the ESC must meet your usage condition Usage condition on High Speed mode R6008HS R6014HS N CAUTION When using the R6008HS R6014HS in the high speed HS mode digital servos are required for the first six channels 1 6 If an analog servo is connected to one of the first six channels when in the high speed mode the servo will not function properly Additionally while
92. ckly select the correct model and minimize the chance of flying the wrong model memory which could lead to a crash CMOGEL J Adjustability and values e Up to 10 characters long SELECT REL CMODEL B8612255 o Each character may be a letter number blank or a symbol COPT EOLTEL Pee e The default names assigned by the factory are in MODEL xxxx format AE MODEL 0001 for first model memory etc NOTE When you COPY one model memory over another everything is copied including the model s name Similarly if you change MODEL TYPE or do a MODEL RESET the entire memory is reset including MODEL NAME So the first thing you will want to do after you COPY a model change its type or start from scratch is rename the new copy to avoid confusion GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Name model 3 Cap 232_ where the Open MODEL submenu for 1 second If ADWANCE again underline represents a blank space to MODEL OF Confirm you are currently using the If SELECT does not indicate 8 proper model memory Ex 3 perform MODEL SELECT p 25 Go to NAME and change the first tom to character Ex M to C Choose the next character to change Repeat the prior steps to complete to a note lower case is available naming the model Repeat Where next Change the MODEL TYPE to glider or helicopter see p 34 Change modulation 2 4G 10 H or 2 4G 7H see p 35 Utilize servo REVERSE see p 38 Adjust servo
93. convenience e All curves may be adjusted in the ADVANCE menu e Correct mix is automatically selected in flight with each condition and automatically activated when the throttle setup for that condition is activated in the programming i e THROTTLE HOLD or THR CURVE e To change which condition s curve is being edited cursor up above POINTS and select For clarity the name of the condition currently active switched on at the radio is shown in parentheses behind the name of the condition whose curve is being edited 100 Revo mixing rates are 5 point curves For a clockwise turning rotor the rudder is mixed in the clockwise direction when collective pitch is increased for counterclockwise turning the opposite Change the operating direction setting by changing the signs of the numbers in the curve from plus to minus and vice versa Suggested defaults Clockwise rotation 20 10 0 10 20 from low throttle to high Counterclockwise rotation 20 10 0 10 20 from low throttle to high Adjust to the actual values that work best for your model Revo curves for idle ups are often v shaped to provide proper rudder input with negative pitch and increased throttle during inverted flight Rudder is needed to counter the reaction whenever there is increased torque In inverted flight throttle stick below half has increased throttle and negative pitch therefore increasing torque and rotating the helicopter unless the revo
94. cscsssssessscscsseseseesesesscsesesees 38 THROTTLE NEEDLE ACRO HELI curve mix that adjusts a second servo controlling the engine s mixture to get optimum RPM and performance from the engine at all Settings in cnini arainn eir Aa aat eia iaeiei sasaa E ER 65 Throttle to rudder mix used to compensate with rudder when throttle is applied on take off Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default setting of a mix in ACRO and GLID THROTTLE CURVE HELI adjusts how the servo responds to the THROTTLE STICK position along a 5 point curve Separate curves available for each idle up and normal For simplicity normal curve may be edited from BASIC menu All curves may be edited together in the ADVANGE menu Activating an idle up s throttle curve is what activates that idle up 86 89 Throttle cut or throttle kill THR CUT ACRO HELI Offset mix which closes the throttle servo to a set position when the assigned switch is moved to shut the engine off without having to alter trim settings 0 0 0 eceeeeeeeeseeeececeeceeseeeeeeeeeaeens 40 THROTTLE HOLD HELI makes the throttle servo non responsive to THROTTLE STICK position and moves the throttle to idle Used to practice autorotations NOTE THR HOLD must be activated then the default pitch curve adjusted properly E E AEE EIE AAEE E E EEE A E E E EE AET N EE EEE ATE 99 THROTTLE MIX HELI can be set for each flight condition and is used to correct the tendency of
95. csseesseeseceeceeeceseeescecseeseceseceseceseeeseecseeeseceseeeeeeeseeeseeeeenaeees 85 CAMPac Optional extended data storage module Futaba stock DP16K 64K 128K ooo eeeeeeeesceeececeeseeeeeeeeeseeneeas 10 CCPM Cyclic pitch and roll Collective Pitch Mixing Multiple servos work in unison on the helicopter s head to create one or more of the control functions Ex Three servos set at 120 degrees operate the entire head The two forward servos work together to rotate both the blade s pitch and the roll cyclic aileron in a HR8 head type See MODEL TYPE HELI CH5a6 setting in AILE 2 that allows the second aileron servo to be in channel 5 See Twin aileron servos CHG or 7 default setting in AILE 2 Second aileron servo is in channel 6 or 7 depending on function used See Twin aileron 111 servos Channel 9 10 switch selection and direction control See AUK GH 0 0 0 0 cece ceceeecsceeeseseeseeeeecseeecseeeeseceeseeseeeeeeeaenaes 46 Channel delay see THROTTLE DELAY ACRO and DELAY HELD Charge to increase the electrical energy measured as voltage available in a battery pack See Battery care and charging Condition HELI separate flight setup that has significant adjustability separate from the basic model setup See IDLEUP 1 2 3 and THROTTLE HOLD Contact information North American Service Center cccccccccccccccsesssescesccesesssecesescsesesesssescessessascecceseesesassecesseesensesecesens 3 Copy model see MODEL COP
96. d at left to POINT 1 to 25 Repeat for points 2 5 Close menu Where next Adjust servo END POINTS see p 39 Set up AILEWATOR see p 57 Set up linear programmable mixes ex RUDDER to Aux2 twin rudder servos see p 68 or additional curve mix ex RUDDER AILERON see p 71 View numerous mix setups www futaba rc com faq 12 GYA gyro mixing GYA series gyros GYA series gyros are a high performance compact and light weight AVCS gyro developed for model airplane Integrated sensor and control circuit make it easy to mount e GYA350 for airplane aileron elevator or rudder e GYA351 for airplane ailerons especially two servos such as when using FLAPERON e GYA352 for airplane aileron elevator or rudder control Two of these surfaces axis can be controlled by GYA352 GYA series gyro operation modes The GYA gyros have two operations modes AVCS mode and Normal mode e Normal mode This mode performs general proportional control operation For instance it controls the gyro so that changes are countered when the attitude of the aircraft is changed by cross wind etc e AVCS mode This mode performs both proportional and integrated control operation The difference between Normal mode and AVCS mode operation is that whereas the Normal mode only counters changes in attitude the AVCS mode returns to the original controlled variable simultaneously with countering changes in attitude For example during knif
97. d by the student The set channel is controlled according to any programming set at the student s transmitter FUNC When the TRAINER SWITCH is ON the channel set to this mode can be controlled by the student controlled according to any mixing set at the instructor s transmitter e MIX When the TRAINER SWITCH is ON the channel set to this mode can be controlled by both the student and the instructor controlled according to any mixing set at the instructor s transmitter And the student s mixing rate is adjustable default 30 Note However it becomes invalid even if the channel is not in a student s transmitter The channel serves as operation by the instructor s transmitter automatically e OFF The channel set to this mode cannot be controlled by the student even when the TRAINER SWITCH is ON The set channel is controlled by the instructor only even when the TRAINER SWITCH is ON e SWITCH controlled by spring loaded SWITCH F 10CAG or H 10CHG only Not assignable e Compatibility The 10CG may be master or student with any Futaba transmitter compatible with the cord Simply plug the optional trainer cord For 10CG series sold separately into the trainer connection on each transmitter and follow the guidelines below Examples e When throttle collective are set to FUNC 5 channel helicopter practice is possible with a 4 channel transmitter e Set up the model in a second transmitter use NORM mode to quickly and sa
98. ded Ex to ELEV to 55 elevator to 55 rudder to 120 Adjust rudder travel in the left down z to RUDD to 120 snap to 105 Optional Activate SAFE MOD Ex Ut E or G up to SAFE MODE l ON when SWITCH E 10CAG or to ON Note using negative percents can G 10CHG is down meaning snap i change any of the 4 snap directions For function is deactivated when that switch f snap switch example change snap 1 to down byjis in the down position Noti See Atel t till OFF changing the elevator percent to 100 otice MIM reading is still OFF fe E or G down Notice MIK reading changes to ON Optional Assign switches to up down to SWI to A and left right Ex Change to the left down snap and adjust rudder to 105 to SW2 toB fs A down B down Repeat steps above to set percentages Where next Set up programmable mixes see p 61 View additional setups on the internet www futaba rc com faq 60 MIXES the backbone of nearly every function Mixes are special programs within the radio that command one or more channels to act together with input from only one source such as a stick slider or knob There are a variety of types of mixes Types e Linear Most mixes are linear A 100 linear mix tells the slave servo to do exactly what the master servo is doing using 100 of the slave channel s range to do so An example is FLAPERON when aileron stick is moved
99. dently and attitude gad ia changes caused by camber operation can be corrected Gz LANEI Also the operation reference point of camber control can be offset PRE WERHULL PREF NOTE Camber control is not assigned at default Adjustability e Rate 100 to 100 with a default of 30 e Reference point PRE The operation reference point of camber control can be offset 100 to 100 with a default of 0 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Ex Set the mixing amount for aileron Open the CAMBER MIX function for 1 second If BASIC again to 40 camber control to VR E to CAMBER MIX CY reference point to desired point Choose desired slider to VR to VR E Adjust the mixing amount for AILE to AILE VR E to 40 Ex adjust to 40 OD VRE to 40 Set the reference point to PRE Q or VR E to desired point O for one second Close menu 85 Flap Setting CAMBER FLAP GLID CCAMBER FLAP coy gt CAMBER FLAP assigns the primary flap control defaults to VR A to allow th 30 Ura Bx in flight trimming the flaps FLP 1 emery The up down travel of each flap camber flaps FLP1 2 can be adjusted T 38 independently Also the center position of the flap servo can be offset FUP 2 p S0 NOTE If FLAP TRIM is activated you can not use CAMBER FLAP function CEHTER 4 simultaneously Adjustability e Rate 100 to 100 with a default of 3
100. ders on the case sides V tail model Mix ACRO GLID programming used to control a V tail model s tail surfaces with two servos operating two control surfaces as both rudder and elevator See Twin elevator servos Warning messages cautions provided by the radio when certain potential problems exist See Error messages Warranty information erana a deca A aa a a a AA E AE AEE EA E Eaa Aaii 3 Website www futaba rc com Internet location of extensive technical information Futaba products ccceseeseeteereeees 3 119
101. dings See Idle management ceccceeccesseeseeeseeeseceeeeeceeeeeseeeeeeeenseens 40 IDLE UP separate condition created to allow inverted and other types of flight with a helicopter not easily achieved in the normal condition Note the idle ups are activated by activating their throttle curves Also note that OFFSET is available to create separate trims Within cach condition oremi e a a a a a a a A Ra 101 In flight needle control see THROTTLE NEEDLE INH makes a feature inactive unable to be used When a function is inhibited it cannot be used even if the assigned switch is ON Turns off functionality without losing any settings Only visible in specific features Inhibit see INH Installation radio installation atid Sep sassvetnzsecniestecst tag maaa a a a a ere Hees ee oh 18 Inverted to fly a model upside down Kill switch 1 throttle cut switch to close carburetor see THR CUT p 40 2 gasoline ignition engine kill switch which removes spark to the plugs to stop the engines orrein are AE EE A EE A EE E S 74 114 Launch setting GLID see START OFS Linear Mix a mix that maintains the same relationship of master to slave throughout the whole range Ex a mix from one flap servo to another flap servo at 100 causes the 2nd servo to follow the first servo s movement exactly through all points of travel See Programmable mix LINK mixing function that allows multiple mixes to work in conjunction with one anot
102. dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 Set up flight timers see p 45 Set up trainer functions see p 47 38 End Point of servo travel adjustment END POINT also called EPA the most flexible version of travel adjustment available It independently adjusts each end of each individual servo s travel rather than one setting for the servo that affects both directions Again for CCPM helicopters be sure to see SWASH AFR see p 95 prior to adjusting end points AILE 1007100 Adjustability ELEU 1007100 e Can set each direction independently S penne e Ranges from 0 no servo movement at all to 140 At a 100 setting the CEHD POINTI a i S GEAR 1007100 throw of the servo is approximately 40 for channels 1 4 and approximately amp 7 z CHi AILEROH t FLAP 1007100 55 for channels 5 8 1007100 eer Ae ye jaa Reducing the percentage settings reduces the total servo throw in that direction Examples e Adjust the throttle high end to avoid binding at the carburetor and low end to allow for proper carburetor closure e Adjust flap so up travel is only sufficient for straight and level flight trimming with full down travel END POINT may be adjusted to 0 to keep a servo from moving one direction such as flaps not intended to also operate as spoilers e Retract servos are not proportional Changing END POINT will not adjust the servo END POINT adjusts only
103. e edge flying aileron and elevator combining rudder input is normally necessary but in the AVCS mode adding rudder input is performed automatically by the gyro GYRO SENSE set ens MIH 1FIHH 2h IHH e Plug the gyro s sensitivity adjustment to channel 5 7 or 8 of the receiver UF E as selectable CHTR e Full switch assignability SWITCH A H DOWN gt oz 4 or e Each rate setting may be set from 0 to NOR100 or AVC100 gain ee aie NOR Normal mode gain AWE AVCS mode gain e Larger percentages indicate more gain or gyro responsiveness e MIX 1 2 Two surfaces sensitivity can be adjusted independently Gyro gain adjustment e When the servo hunts the gyro gain is too high Lower the gain until the hunting stops e The gyro will display best performance at a gain just before hunting occurs Perform adjusting by flying the aircraft repeatedly Precautions e When taking off and landing always switch to the Normal mode Taking off and landing in the AVCS mode is dangerous e We recommend that you use the rudder control gyro in the Normal mode In the AVCS mode rudder operation is necessary when turning because the weathervane effect is lost Use the gyro in the Normal mode unless you are an expert in rudder operation e And we recommend that you also set to off 0 mode for safety as follows to GYRO SENSE CY to MIM to ON Activate the function Optional change switch assignment to SW
104. e in the offset function COFFSET I Adjustability MISkIMH e Complete switch assignability plus a CONDITION SELECT option that creates HokIDLI E 2 switches between individual trims for each of the idle ups FATE BILE aE e When OFFSET is active its switch is on moving the TRIM LEVERS adjusts RUDO GY the stored offset not the trims in the normal condition e When OFFSET is inactive its switch is off the OFFSET and any trim adjustments Sh kCore y J to it have no effect model obeys the trim settings of the currently active flight condition e When OFFSET is inhibited trim adjustments made in any flight condition affect all flight conditions e Rapid jumps caused by large offsets can be slowed using the DELAY function During OFFSET operation the aileron elevator and rudder travels are displayed on each trim display in the Startup screen NOTE Remember offsets and revo mixes are not recommended when using heading hold AVCS gyros because they conflict with the automatic corrections to trim and torque that AVCS provides GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up separate trims for each of the Open the OFFSET function for 1 second If BASIC again three idle up conditions to OFFSET CF Adjust the idle up 2 rudder trim to Activate the function to MIX to OFF or ON correct for torque at high speeds Change switch setting to Cond already Cond No need to change SW Select IDL2 to
105. e is used in the transmitter for the first time When the MODE BUTTON is pressed initialization of the module begins after which the memory module can be used Once the module is initialized the display will not appear again The 10C CANNOT convert data from other radio types i e 8U 9Z Installation of a CAMPac with data from another radio type will result in reinitialization of the CAMPac and loss of all data RF ERROR Warning sound A single long beep 61 MODEL bbe 1 246 STi G a NN Slashing Ist2 10200 0 The single beep lets you know that the RF output has stopped for any reason The blue RF MOL HT a H TIMER 0 00 Futaba light also goes out Return your transmitter to Futaba for service oei cia 24 AIRCRAFT AGRO MENU FUNCTIONS Please note that all BASIC menu functions are the same for airplanes ACRO sailplanes GLID and helicopters HELI The glider BASIC menu includes MOTOR CUT that is discussed in the Glider section and does not include IDLE DOWN or THR CUT the helicopter BASIC menu includes additional features swashplate adjustment and throttle pitch curves and revo for Normal flight mode that are discussed in the Helicopter section AIRPLANE AGRO FUNCTIONS ce ecceteeeeee 25 ACRO ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS 0 51 Map of F UNct nSsissisrnsaisloier iriteso 26 WING type Seinou in ena nr e i 51 Quick Guide to Setting up a 4 channel Airplane 27 FLRPERON iis Giese Ata e n 52 FL
106. ecks etc gradually apply throttle until the helicopter becomes light on the skids Adjust trims as needed to correct for any roll pitch or yaw tendencies If the tail wags the gyro gain is too high Decrease gyro gain Where next Other functions you may wish to set up for your model THROTTLE HOLD P 99 SUB TRIM p 49 and separate trims for conditions OFFSETS p 102 Governor setup p 108 IDLE UP p 101 DELAYS to ease servo response when switching idle ups p 103 Rudder to throttle and other programmable mixes p 68 Periodically move the throttle stick to full and back down to ensure proper servo settings It is critical that dials A and C be centered when the pitch and throttle curves are setup 92 HELI SPECIFIC BASIC MENU FUNCTIONS MODEL TYPE This function of the PARAMETER submenu is used to select the type of model programming to be used Before doing anything else to set up your model first you must decide which MODEL TYPE best fits your aircraft If your transmitter is a 1OCAG the default is ACRO If it is a 1OCHG the default is HELI H 1 HELICOPTER SWASHPLATE TYPES The 10CG radios support 8 basic swashplate setups including single servo H 1 many helicopters use this type and 7 types of CCPM cyclic and collective pitch mixing A single servo swashplate uses one servo for each axis aileron elevator cyclic pitch and collective pitch CCPM helicopters utilize a combination of servos
107. ected is reached UP DOWN TIMER e To Reset choose the desired timer with the CURSOR lever while at the startup screen then press and hold DIAL for 1 second e Activation by either direction of SWITCH A H by THROTTLE STICK STK THR Using the THROTTLE STICK is convenient if you are keeping track of fuel remaining or for an electric how much battery is left by LOGIC SWITCH Lsw1 Lsw3 or by the power SWITCH PWR SW Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 e Also the reset switch can be assigned SWITCH A H or LOGIC SWITCH LswI1 Lsw3 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set timer 2 to count down 4 1 2minutes Open BASIC menu then open TIMER for 1 second If ADVANGE again being controlled by THROTTL E function STICK position This is utilized to keep i g track of actual Throttle on time to better to TIMER correlate with fuel battery usage Goto Go to TIMER lt 2 gt o to10 TIMER lt 2 gt to 10 TIMER to10 TIMER lt 2 gt kg eE time to 4 min 30 sec count to 4 to 00 TIMER lt 2 gt down to 30 Assign to THROTTLE STICK and set to ON gt SwA TIMER lt 2 gt trigger point to STKTHR to 50 Cy for 1 second to NULL THROTTLE STICK to desired position Ex 1 4 stick to page 2 LY for 1 second to set Where next Adjust END POINTS after first flight test see p 39 Adjust auxiliary channel assignments ex move flaps to a switch see p 46 Set up TRAINER functions see p
108. ee m eee ee ee ee eee eee HEH EH EEE EEE EH EH ESTEE THEE EH ESOS 104 CONTRAST BACK LIGHT HOME DISP USER NAME LOGIC g i p sesesosoosososososoooooosososoososooooosoooooooooooooo SW 33 High low pitch userai nitenin kerien 105 MODEL TYPE PARAMETERS submenu 93 Gyros and GOVEINOTS wo eeessssssseeeeessessneeeeseennnnnteeteee 106 Servo MEWER QE ss cecdi cvecebiecsteeseatid desdlooseseiean es 38 MIRES donations GND SIDES eee Setar ol SWASH AFR swashplate surface direction and travel Linear Prog MIXES 1 4 EETETTETETETETETETTETETETETEETETETETETETETET 68 Curve Prog MIN S 5 6 oo cceseeeeeeteeeees 71 correction not m ED ecsereeninirenrnounurie 95 THROTTLE NEEDLE eee cteteeeeeees 65 END POINT cece Wath cei aA 39 f aye THROTTLE MIX oischesiecteivcte ncn den lcailametmeed 96 Setting up the Normal Flight Condition 0 0 97 SWASH RING 96 THR CUT specialized settings for helicopter specific PYETETELRINICELELET ROTI LRT ET RETR T TEPER eer ee Models iier a o E seats 98 Dual Triple Rates and Exponential D R EXP 42 TAMERS triacs rs veces co ctooncctevveseccvsaessicl Ginteceancseoeoeates 45 Auxiliary Channel assignments and CH9 reverse AUK GN csc hace es E ca shore dete erect cada Oottataas 46 TRAINER ooo eee ccc cceceteeeeseceseneseseseseneenaees 47 TRIM and SUB TRIM 0 0 ee cceteeeeeee 48 SERVO Display sixes ciscs co incniee lee et east 49 Fail Safe and Battery F
109. een setting allowing dual rates to be assigned with idle up and other features on certain switches and does not require putting the model in that condition to make modifications Special note for conditions The helicopter and glider programming offers you the choice of Gond This option allows you to have a separate rate for each of the 3 controls automatically selected when changing conditions for a total of FIVE rates available Simply change the switch choice to Cond and then HELI press the CURSOR LEVER to toggle through the 5 conditions while setting the rates GLID activate the corresponding condition to edit the rates GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up dual rates and exponential in a Open D R EXP for 1 second If ADVANGE again del HELI mode to D RENP Choose channel to desired channel Choose first switch position to No gt to UP Set rate and exponential Ex high rate to B R gt to 95 95 0 exponential Confirm 0 EXP Go to 2nd switch position and set rate to No gt to DN and exponential Repeat above Optional if using a 3 position switch to NO gt to CT set 3rd rate Repeat above Optional assign dual rates to have one to SW to GOND OE TE Comaron Repeat steps above to adjust for each condition 43 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up aileron triple rates on SWITCH Open D R EXP function for 1 second
110. eeseees BO 8 Bee ae Oe Pe Peg Oy yey oa es Bye Tail ypes aininn ae tae ei EEE eens 56 GIOSSATY deai n hie A 110 PEO maei eea ae S 56 Twin Elevator Servos AILEWATOR EEEIEE EEE 57 Note that in the text of this manual beginning at this V TAIL PPeeeeeTETEeeeTeTerereeeeeereeere rer eere rer ererree errr reeree eee er ere rie 58 point any time we are using a feature s specialized name SNAP ROLL beesseseetettettneterereeesstnnteneenerrtrtrrereresntneteteerert 59 or abbreviation as seen on the screen of the 10C that Mixes definitions and types cccecceseeeseeeseeeteeeees 61 name feature or abbreviation will be exactly as seen on ELEW FLAP nia a thea meen 62 the radio s screen including capitalization and shown in AIRBRAKE BUTTERFLY crow 0 0 0 0 eee eeeereetee 63 a DIFFERENT TYPE STYLE for clarity Any time we mention THROTTLE NEEDLE 000000 cece 65 a specific control on the radio itself such as moving THROTTLE DELAY Soe eecee cece ce eces eee eces ee es eee eees seca ceeseesoeeseees 66 SWITCH A KNOB VR B or the THROTTLE STICK THROTTLE CURVE 0 cc eeteeeeteteeeeeees 67 those words will be displayed as they are here INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Futaba FASST 2 4GHz 10CG series digital proportional R C system This system is extremely versatile and may be used by beginners and pros alike In order for you to make the best use of your system and to fly safely please read this manual carefully
111. eful flying in areas near power lines tall buildings or communication facilities as there may be radio interference in their vicinity If you must fly away from a club field be sure there are no other modelers flying within a three to five mile range or you may lose control of your aircraft or cause someone else to lose control 5 At the flying field To prevent possible damage to your radio gear turn the power switches on and off in the proper sequence 1 Pull throttle stick to idle position or otherwise disarm your motor engine 2 Turn on the transmitter power and allow your transmitter to reach its home screen 3 Confirm the proper model memory has been selected 4 Turn on your receiver power 5 Test all controls If a servo operates abnormally don t attempt to fly until you determine the cause of the problem Test to ensure that the FailSafe settings are correct after adjusting then turning the transmitter off and confirming the proper surface throttle movements Turn the transmitter back on 6 Start your engine 7 Complete a full range check see p 22 8 After flying bring your throttle stick to idle position engage any kill switches or otherwise disarm your motor engine 9 Turn off receiver power 10 Turn off transmitter power If you do not turn on your system in this order you may damage your servos or control surfaces flood your engine or in the case of electric powered or gasoline powered models the
112. el to AILE to 8 for level flight Ex incr to 8 Repeat as desired for other channels to FLEW to new setting Repeat as needed Where next Adjust sub trims see p 49 Adjust END POINTS see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EKP see p 42 48 SUB TRIM makes small changes or corrections to the neutral position of each servo Range is 120 to 120 with 0 setting the default being no SUB TRIM CSUB TRIMI AILE a ELEU 0 We recommend that you center the digital trims before making SUB TRIM re ae A changes and that you try to keep all of the SUB TRIM values as small as CHi AILERON S GEAF possible Larger SUB TRIM values affect the servo s range of travel is restricted a a anon H on one side ar AUZ a The recommended procedure is as follows e measure and record the desired surface position e zero out both the trims TRIM RESET menu and the SUB TRIMS this menu e mount servo arms and linkages so that the control surface s neutral is as correct as possible and e use a small amount of SUB TRIM to make fine corrections GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Adjust the flap servo s SUB TRIM until Open BASIC menu then open SUB TRIM for 1 second If ADVANGE again its center exactly matches the aileron A z 7 to SUB TRIM servo s center as they work together as y flaperons Choose the channel to adjust and adjust to FLAP until surfaces match Ex fla
113. el may be set independently 2 4G 70H mode ch3 only 3 THRO 20 The NOR normal setting holds the servo in its last commanded position CH1 AILEROH 4 RUDD Hok i ne S IGEGR Hor e The F FailSafe function moves each servo to a predetermined position Fes B Pa ae e NOTE the setting of the throttle s F also applies to the Battery F see o ALS Hop below Examples e The F setting is used in certain competitions to prevent the aircraft from flying away and doing potential damage elsewhere Conversely the F setting may also be used to go to neutral on all servos hopefully keeping the plane flying long enough to regain control e Competition modelers often maintain the NOR function so that brief interference will not affect their model s maneuver e Set the throttle channel so that the engine idles when there is interference AGRO This may give enough time to fly away from and recover from the radio interference and minimize damage if crashed e For helicopters NOR is typically the safest choice e We also recommend setting a gasoline engine s electronic kill switch to the OFF position in the F function for safety reasons Updating FIS Settings If you specify a F setting the FailSafe data is automatically transmitted When you choose the F S mode check that your settings are as desired by turning off the transmitter power switch and verifying that the servos move to the settings that you chose GOAL of EX
114. ell is MODEL TYPE to Confirm you are currently using the On home screen check model nameand GLID 1A 1F proper model memory Ex 1 number on top left NOTES This 18 oe op the several If it is not the correct model Ex 1 use 2 unctions that the radio requires MODEL SEEGE p confirmation to make a change Open PARAMETER submenu for 1 second If ADVANCE again to 2nd page of menu to PARAMETER gt Change the MODEL TYPE to TYPE to GLID IA 1F Confirm the change LY for one second Are you sure Confirmation displays OY to confirm 78 Motor cut function MOTOR CUT GLID provides an easy way to stop the motor by flipping a switch regardless of the AIRBRAKE STICK position The servo movement is largest at 30 MOTOR CUT The switch s location and direction must be chosen It defaults to NULL to avoid MIX PINH accidentally assigning it to a switch which might result in an unintentional dead RATE MEER stick in flight Sh kSwA POST FULL Adjustability e RATE range of 30 to 30 The servo movement at 0 is maximum slow position of AIRBRAKE STICK The servo movement is largest at 30 e SWITCH A H fully assignable Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned e POSITION fully assignable including NULL mix always off and Upa ntr and CntraDn to activate the mix in 2 separate positions of the same SWITCH GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Decrease the rate to stop the motor Open B
115. engine may unexpectedly turn on and cause a severe injury While you are getting ready to fly if you place your transmitter on the ground be sure that the wind won t tip it over If it is knocked over the throttle stick may be accidentally moved causing the engine to speed up Also damage to your transmitter may occur In order to maintain complete control of your aircraft it is important that it remains visible at all times Flying behind large objects such as buildings grain bins etc is not suggested Doing so may result in the reduction of the quality of the radio frequency link to the model S Do not grasp the transmitter s antenna during flight Doing so may degrade the quality of the radio frequency transmission As with all radio frequency transmissions the strongest area of signal transmission is from the sides of the transmitter s antenna As such the antenna should not be pointed directly at the model If your flying style creates this situation easily move the antenna to correct this situation Don t fly in the rain Water or moisture may enter the transmitter through the antenna or stick openings and cause erratic operation or loss of control If you must fly in wet weather during a contest be sure to cover your transmitter with a plastic bag or waterproof barrier Never fly if lightning is expected A QUICK INTRODUCTION TO THE 10CG SYSTEM Note that in the text of this manual beginning at this point any time
116. erential is primarily used on 3 or 4 servo wings with one servo s operating inboard flap s on CH6 or CH5 amp CH6 and AILE DIFF controlling proper aileron operation of 2 aileron servos plugged into CH1 and CH7 The ailerons can not be moved like flaps when using AILE DIFF except if using AIRBRAKE see p 63 Note that even if you make FLAP TRIM active while using AILE DIFF it will not have any effect ONLY AIRBRAKE controls the ailerons as flaps in the AILE DIFF configuration Note When changing the polarity positive or negative of a rate in camber flap change rate dir is displayed as a check Please set up after pressing DIAL for 1 second and canceling the alarm display GUD only e FLAP function allows you to set up 1 or 2 servos for flap action e The separate AILE DIFF settings for each condition can be set GLID only GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate twin aileron servos using All Open the AIL DIFF function for 1 second If BASIC again DIFF a to AIL DIFF lt lt Note that the function defaults to no i o AIL DIFF difference in down travel vs up travel Activate the function to MIK to ACT If you want T rental travel simply Optional adjust the up down travel to AILT AILERON STICK adjust each side Ex 90 separately for the two servos 0 Ex adjust to 90 to 90 to AIL2 AILERON STICK to 90 Close menu Where next Adjust individual s
117. eron servos see p 51 Set up twin elevator servos see p 57 Set up programmable mixes to meet your specific needs see p 61 44 TIMER submenu stopwatch functions controls three electronic clocks For example these clocks may be used to keep track of time remaining in a competition flying time on a tank of fuel and or amount of time on a battery etc CTIMER tz S204 TIMER lt 1 gt a1 MODEL 888 1 4G TIMEME He Pi po H sti 0 00 90 9 sugn MODE FUP FDOWN PMODEL TIMER lt 2 gt sT2 10 00 0 a4 FSA FSA H MDL 00 OHBH LL PH LL TIMER 6 00 Futaba pogr SwA SwA H TIMER lt 3 gt Ue eS ete U PHOLL PHOLL Home screen Adjustability e Count down timer starts from the chosen time displays time remaining If the time is exceeded it continues to count below 0 e Count up timer starts at 0 and displays the elapsed time up to 99 minutes 59 seconds e Count down timer Stop type starts from the chosen time displays time remaining and stops at 0 e Model timer cumulates ON time up to 99 hours 59 minites each model Once the Model timer function is turned off the cumulative time will also be reset to 0 00 e Independent to each model and automatically updates with model change e In either TIMER mode the timer beeps once each minute During the last twenty seconds there s a beep each two seconds During the last ten seconds there s 2 beeps each second A long tone is emitted when the time sel
118. ervo s SUB TRIMS see p 49 and END POINTS sce p 39 Set up AIRBRAKE mix see p 63 Set up ELEV FLAP mix only if model has a flap servo in CH6 see p 62 Set up SNAP ROLL Function see p 59 View additional model setups www futaba rc com faq If you receive an error message that OTHER WING MIXING IS ON you must deactivate ELEVON or FLAPERON See p 51 54 Using Twin Aileron Servos MLE 2 ACRO GLID TPARAMETER lt 12 ALE 2 only tells the radio that you are using CH5 and CH6 FLAPERON or CHS RESET Maen and CH7 AIL DIFF not CH6 or CH7 as the second servo in FLAPERON or AILE TYPEFACROBATIC DIFF You still must activate and set up the FLAPERON AILE DIFF function AILE 2bCHEor7 5 MODUL F dG 18CH ATLFOW Note that selecting CH6 amp 5 or CH7 amp 5 does NOT free up CH6 or CH7 to be used for other functions when using a receiver with more than 5 channels Both 5 and 6 FLAPERON 7 AILE DIFF are dedicated to the FLAPERON or AILE DIFF programming This is beneficial with four aileron servos that need to have their end points or sub trims set separately CH1 CH5 and CH6 are already fully set up to operate as ailerons Mix CH7 or CH8 the second aileron servo on the other side into ailerons to function properly GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Adjust the second aileron servo output Open the PARAMETER submenu for 1 second If ADVANCE again from CH6or7 to channels CHG85 to PARAMETER CX Allows twi
119. fely check proper operation of all functions then allow the student radio to fully fly the model Using NORM mode set lower throws different exponentials even different auxiliary channel settings on the student radio if it has these features e To ease the learning curve elevator and aileron may be set to the NORM or FUNC mode with the other channels set to OFF and controlled by the instructor Precautions e NEVER turn on the student s transmitter power e ALWAYS set the student transmitter modulation mode to PPM As for a T10CG transmitter PPM signal is always sent by the trainer jack regardless of the modulation mode e BE SURE that the student and instructor transmitters have identical trim settings and control motions Verify by switching back and forth while moving the control sticks e Always remove the student transmitter s RF module if it is a module type transmitter e When the TRAINER function is active the snap roll function is deactivated Other functions such as IDLE DOWN and THR CUT which have been assigned to the same switch are not deactivated Always double check your function assignments prior to utilizing the TRAINER function e When you select a different model the TRAINER function is deactivated in the current model for safety reasons GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Turn on the TRAINER system and set up Open BASI menu then open TRAINER for 1 second If ADVANCE again so student has fully
120. ften abbreviated EPA Adjusts the total travel in each direction of proportional servos regardless of their control assignment Ex adjustment to AIL channel will adjust only the servo plugged into channel 1 even if being used as one of two flaperons or elevons Note End point is not an absolute mixing can still drive the servo farther than this SOU Ge sce cessd eos ceeded seve teens ach a a a Shak sae etal a aa Se Deh ae sa eelds Deda coed ben a saad ang ide oa sew Beane ees 39 Engine cut see THROTTLE CUT EPA see END POINT Error messages warnings cautions provided by the radio when potential problems may exist 0 ececeeeeeceeseereeeeeeseeeeens 24 Exponential D R EXP adjustment to the relationship of STICK MOVEMENT to servo movement typically used to soften overly Sensitive models around Centers orein a dates sdvusagadeveuse cea AAE E A A A aA 42 FASST Futaba Advanced Spread Spectrum Technology FailSafe F sets servo positions when interference is encountered or signal is lost Also includes Battery FailSafe SENE Snn i E e E A T fon cove loa TEE A E E O A a nneees 50 FLAP1 2 3 4 designation for the individual servos that are being commanded by the flap commands Ex when acting as flaperons the two aileron servos are ailerons 1 and 2 and also flaps 1 and 2 unless you set their values to 0 then they move only as aileron no matter what flap commands are given See Twin aileron servos and Twin elevator servos Flap to
121. functional control function of aileron and elevator to support to page 2 to TRAINER FLAPERON and AILEWATOR normal Activate TRAINER control of rudder to allow lowered Choose desired channel s and proper travel and no throttle channel control training type s with the instructor for safety to OFF past AIL and ELE default OK to THR to OFF to RUD to NORM TEST student radio function fully prior to attempting to fly Where next Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP on student 10CG see p 42 Reset trims on student 10CG see p 48 47 TRIM submenu resets and adjust effectiveness of digital trims TRIM The 10CG has digital trims which are different from conventional mechanical trim sliders Each TRIM LEVER is actually a two directional switch Each time the TRIM LEVER is pressed the trim is changed a selected amount When you STEP AILE d A hold the TRIM LEVER the trim speed increases The current trim position is Enok i mae graphically displayed on the start up screen The TRIM submenu includes two RUDD d Ad functions that are used to manage the trim options HELI models only OFFSET is available in the idle ups If OFFSET is inhibited adjustment of the TRIM LEVERS will adjust the trims for all flight conditions If OFFSET is active then moving the trims within any one condition will effect only that condition See OFFSET p
122. glider see p 34 Change modulation 2 4G 10 H or 2 4G 7CH see p 35 Set up IDLE DOWN and THR CUT for throttle management see p 40 41 30 MODEL COPY copies the current model data into another model memory in the transmitter or the optional DP 16K 64K 128K CAMPac The name of the model memory you are copying into is displayed for clarity CMODEL J Notes e Any data in the model copied to will be written over and lost including name SELECT H l MODEL 844 14 gt type and modulation Upon completion it cannot be recovered soe te ey Rca e To copy from one T10CG to another use an optional CAMPac Note The ir erie a a model may be flown directly off the CAMPac s memory not requiring re copying into the 2nd transmitter For more information on CAMPacs please see p 10 e With the trainer FUNC mode it is not necessary to have the student radio contain the setup of the aircraft See TRAINER p 47 Data cannot be converted from 8U or 9Z memory types If a CAMPac is installed into the T10CG that has data on it from another radio type it will have to be re initialized which deletes all data Examples e Create a new model that is similar to one you have already programmed e Copy the current model data into another model memory as a backup or before experimenting with new settings e Store your model data to an optional CAMPac prior to sending your radio for service e Edit a copy of your model s data t
123. gs to 0 in the AILEWATOR function This way the elevators will work only as elevators If using the elevators as ailerons as well be sure to move the elevator aileron stick while checking the servo motions If a large travel is specified when the sticks are moved at the same time controls may bind or run out of travel GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate twin elevator servos Open the AILEVATOR function for 1 second If BASIC again to AILEVATOR CY Activate the function to MIK to ACT Note Depending nee your model s Optional adjust up down travel when to AILS to 0 geometry you may need to reverse one operating as ailerons Ex 0 servo or set a negative percentage here 5 to AILA to 0 Deactivate the elevator acting as ailerons portion of this function Optional adjust total elevator travel to ELE2 to 98 of each servo Ex right servo elevator a travel to 98 left to 96 gt to HE to 96 Close menu Where next Adjust individual servo s SUB TRIMS see p 49 and END POINTS see p 39 Set up Twin Aileron Servos see p 51 Set up AIRBRAKE mix see p 63 57 Using V TAIL ACRO GLID U THIL W TAIL mixing is used with v tail aircraft so that both elevator and rudder MI rIHH functions are combined for the two tail surfaces Both elevator and rudder travel PATE ELE1 HETA can be adjusted independently on each surface ELE2k 56 RUD k Se
124. h support eone powered aircraft AGRO memory type with multiple wing and tail configurations See twin aileron servos twin elevator servos ELEVON and W TAIL for further information three glider wing types again with multiple tail configurations See Glider MODEL TYPE for details p 78 eeight helicopter swashplate types including CCPM See Helicopter MODEL TYPE for details p 93 Before doing anything else to set up your aircraft first you must decide which MODEL TYPE best fits this particular aircraft Each model memory may be set to a different model type If your transmitter is a TIOCAG the default is AGRO If it is a T10CHG the default is HELICH1 ACRO is the best choice for most powered airplanes but in some circumstances GLID 2A 1F may be a better choice ACRO is usually a better choice because of functions it offers that the GLID types do not ACRO adds SNAP ROLL AILEVATOR twin elevator servo support For fuel powered airplanes IDLE DOWN THR CUT THROTTLE NEEDLE mixing and THROTTLE DELAY programming But AGRO lacks 5 seperate conditions for optional setups START SPEED DISTANCE LANDING If you are using a glider or heli MODEL TYPE please go to that chapter now to select the proper model type and support your model setup Note that changing MODEL TYPE resets all data for the model memory including its name GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Select the proper MODEL TYPE for your Open the BASIC menu then
125. he aileron command Ex when using ailevators the two elevator servos are also acting as ailerons 3 and 4 unless you set their values to 0 See Twin aileron servos and Twin elevator servos AILE RUDD GLID You can select a pre programed mix which is used to mix the rudders with aileron operation or the ailerons with rudder operation Aileron to rudder mix AILE RUDD automatically creates a coordinated turn Rudder to aileron mix RUDD AILE used to counterract undesirable roll roll coupling that happens with rudder input especially in kinife Cd Ge moere ioro Pelee les date A E A A i T E vata Ar R a 81 Aileron surface that controls the roll of the model Also called cyclic roll on a helicopter Aileron to flap mixing Mixing used to create full span aileron action Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default setup of one mix in GLID Aileron to rudder mix Mixing that automatically creates a coordinated turn Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default setup of one curve mix in HELI GLID Aileron Differential Decreased down aileron travel when compared to up aileron travel Minimizes dragging the low wing and creates more axial rolls See Twin aileron servos onononeneenensneesnsesesessesestsssestesesesstessssesstesesseesseresseent 51 Ailevator two elevators on separate channels also capable of acting as additional ailerons See Twin elevator servos AILEVA
126. he mixing switches active This warning will disappear when the offending switch or IDLE DOWN control is deactivated Switches for which warnings will be issued at power up are listed THROTTLE CUT blon AGRO Throttle cut idle down snap roll airbrake GLID Butterfly conditions HELI Throttle cut throttle hold idle up If turning a switch OFF does not stop the mixing warning When the warning does not stop even when the mixing switch indicated by the warning display on the screen is turned off the functions described previously probably use the same switch and the OFF direction setting is reversed In short one of the mixings described above is not in the OFF state In this case reset the warning display by pressing CURSOR LEVER Next change one of the switch settings of the duplicated mixings BACKUP ERROR Warning sound 4 beeps repeated continuously The BACKUP ERROR warning occurs when the transmitter memory is lost for any reason If this occurs all of the data will be reset when the power is turned on again Note At this warning display the transmitter transmits in 2 4G 106H mode even if the set up mode is 2 46 ICH mode BACK UP MEMORY ERROR Do not fly when this message is displayed all programming has been erased and is not NOW INITIALIZING available Return your transmitter to Futaba for service MODEL No 1d AREA MEMORY MODULE INITIALIZE DISPLAY This warning appears when an optional CAMPac memory modul
127. her See Programmable mix Linear linear directly proportional See AIRBRAKE LOGIC SW can be assigned to the following functions THR CUT IDLE DOWN AUX CH TIMER PROG MIX AIRBRAKE ELEV FLAP and AILE FLAP functions The logic switch can activate functions by combining two switches The two types of logic either AND or OR Cant be SeleCted a a a e Bees Seven a eae eh oa ge aa ea Oa Se TS 38 LOW BATTERY warning transmitter s battery is below the safe flight voltage Recharge immediately See Error messages Low rate see D R EXP MANUAL controlled by a switch Ex see AIRBRAKE Master the primary control See Programmable mix Mechanical gyro uses a mechanical gyroscope like a child s toy gyro to sense change of angle See Gyros and Governors MEMORY MODULE INITIALIZE warning to indicate that the CAMPac installed in the port is not yet formatted or formatted for a different model of transmitter Pressing the Dial initializes the CAMPac deleting any existing data and formatting the CAMPac for use in the 10CG See Error codes Mix mixing rate mix offset mix links See Programmable mix MIXER ALERT warning notifies user that a mix is activated which is not considered desirable for engine startup See Error messages Mode definition of which channels are assigned to which STICK movements Most 10CG radios shipped in the US are Mode 2 with elevator and aileron on the right STICK To change mode please visit www futab
128. however this transmitter will be utilized in France it must be set to FRANCE Power Down mode TM10 POWER MODE CTM16 POWER MODEI We have installed a special Power Down Mode for doing a ground range check Hold down DIAL while turning on the transmitter to call TM10 POWER MODE menu Power Down Mode To activate the Power Down Mode press DIAL and the home screen will appear During this mode the RF power is reduced so the range test can be performed In addition when this mode is activated the blue LED on the front of the transmitter starts blinking and the transmitter gives users a warning with a beep sound every 3 seconds The Power Down Mode continues for 90 seconds and after that the power will return to the normal level To exit the Power Down Mode before the 90 seconds press DIAL again This mode is available one time only so if you need to re use this function the transmitter power must be cycled and the Power Down Mode reset NEVER start flying when the Power Down Mode is active Power Off Mode To use the RF power off mode CURSOR DOWN to OFF and press DIAL During this mode the RF power is turned off The blue LED on the front of the transmitter is turned off CAMPac Initializing Method and Data Conversion T9C T9CS to T10CG pid atema ts Insertion of a new CAMPac or a CAMPac containing data of a different transmitter type will INITIALIZE Pac PRE ars open EXT MEMORY menu after turning the transmitter o
129. ine high and low side rate trim knobs the high side pitch trim HI FITH EEA 100 control is defined as the right side lever at initial setting ADT LIR UR RUE e The conditions are activated in the CONDITION SELECT function p 100 LO FITH DGZ t 106 e Both adjustments may be set to MANUAL temporarily turning off the knob ACJPMAHUAL VRE k UrD e Adjustments may be memorized and then return the knobs to center point to use that amount of adjustment Allows easy use of the trimming knobs for multiple models GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up a high pitch curve in the idle up Open the HI LO PIT function for 1 second If BASIC again to HI LO PIT Select the idle up 1 condition the idle Select the idle up 1 condition 1 condition to NORM to IDL Store new settings after flight Set the rate Ex 80 to HI PIT to 80 1 condition Optional change which knob adjusts to WR high pitch curve s to desired knob and direction Store the current dial settings prior to to HI PIT selecting another model WO Fon oie second tasters or Q VR E to center Where next PIT CURVE see p 100 HOV PIT see p 104 105 GYROS and GOVERNORS Using electronics to take some of the complexity out of setups and flight What is a gyro A gyroscope is an electronic unit that senses motion and corrects for it For example if the wind blows your helicopter s tail to the
130. ine or motor Be certain the throttle stick is in the low throttle position then start the engine or motor Perform another range check with your assistant holding the aircraft with the engine running at various speeds If the servos jitter or move inadvertently there may be a problem We would strongly suggest you do not fly until the source of the difficulty has been determined Look for loose servo connections or binding pushrods Also be certain that the battery has been fully charged 22 TRANSMITTER DISPLAYS amp BUTTONS When you first turn on your transmitter a confirmation double beep sounds and the screen shown below appears Before flying or even starting the engine be sure that the model type and name appearing on the display matches the model that you are about to fly If you are in the wrong model memory servos may be reversed and travels and trims will be wrong potentially leading to a crash Edit buttons and Start up Screen appears when system is first turned on 128 CAMPac display 10CG 10C data 9C CAMPac display 9C 9CS data 2 4G 7CH 10CH Modulation indicator Timers MIX Mixer Alert Model number and name Throttle trim display Elevator trim display CURSOR lever cueso TE Total timer display lt TIMER gt eN eiee a S Shows the cumulated ON time hours minutes pui 6 56 a z Up down timer display lt ST1 ST2 gt T2 1H HH a minutes seconds MDL A AA Model timer display lt MDL
131. input reverse direction on the gyro unit itself 91 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Learn how to operate HOVERING PITCH Notice at half throttle the VR C dial for 1 second If ADVANCE again and HOVERING THROTTLE See p 104 _jadjusts the throttle separately from the to SERVO CY pitch VR A adjusts the pitch separately me from the throttle throttle to center A VRC VRA center dials Be sure to follow your model s instructions for preflight checks blade tracking etc Never assume a set of blades are properly balanced and will track without checking A Check receiver battery voltage Always check voltage with a voltmeter prior to each and every engine start Never assume being plugged in all night means your radio gear is ready to fly Insufficient charge binding servo linkages and other problems can result in a dangerous crash with the possibility of injury to yourself others and property Confirm the swashplate is level at 0 travel Adjust arms if needed Apply full collective and check that the swashplate remained level and there is no binding Repeat for full cyclic pitch and roll If not adjust as needed to correct in END POINT sce p 39 Important note prior to setting up throttle hold idle ups offsets etc be sure to get your normal condition operating properly Checking setup prior to going airborne Check voltage Then with the assistance of an instructor and having completed all range ch
132. ions e In flight adjustment of the head speed for easy adjustment during tuning may be created using an additional channel and a programmable mix See www futaba re com faq for details 108 The GV 1 controls throttle when it is active so the throttle will not obey any FailSafe setting presets for throttle in the transmitter Always set the FailSafe setting for the GV 1 s on off channel to OFF This way the governor is shut off and the throttle obeys the FailSafe throttle commands Expert Tip Mounting the GV 1 to the counter gear instead of the fan dramatically simplifies installation in many models Setting example When speed and ON OFF are using one switch Switch Position F Governor Speed Switch Cor Cond Rate Adjustment from Tx Use up to 0 RS1 OFF UP or NORM Governor speed display reads ofP RS2 1400 CNTR or IDL i i Speed adjusted by raising and lowering rate RS3 1700 DOWN or IDL2 ww Speed adjusted by lowering rate The relationship of the governor speed setting rS1 rS3 and the switch positions conforms to the table above In throttle hold always check that the governor is off If the speed value rises when the cut switch is activated reverse the DIR setting from UP to DOWN or vice versa GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up a GV 1 governor to uselOpen and activate the GOWERNOR for 1 second If BASIC 00 again both channels into the receiver function a z t
133. irection of movement of eithereycliccontrol ssiss ces cdsedescccvvccondhvas n E E A T O RE A A a dts 95 Swashplate type HELI Part of the model type selection process Selects specific heli swashplate geometry such as one of f ur available types of OO Mn a e dean T ve levee N E OA A E A EAO 95 SWASH RING HELI limits the swash plate travel to within a fixed range c c cccccccccsscscscscscsesesesesssesescscscscscsesssssesessscscaces 96 SWASH THR HELI is corrected the tendency of the model to change altitude when the rotor is tilted by aileron elevator and Other CONLTOIS sacancesecenadenavedses eraan eoten E E Ar A a A OAE E E EE OS 85 Switch programmability MOST features are reassignable to a variety of switches including simply moving an auxiliary control such as flaps from the stock dial to a switch or other location See AUX CH 117 Technical Specifications sin enna sie cna Selec Sda teed iaa e aa E E teen E E EE a a AE eee 9 Thermal hunting setup using specific programming setups to have the model respond noticeably to the lift of a thermal Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix THR DELAY ACRO throttle delay slows engine servo response to imitate the spool up action of a turbine engine May also be used creatively to create a delayed servo on a different function see www futaba rc com faq faq 9c html 66 THR REW reverses the throttle trim function to the top of the THROTTLE STICK ccccccccc
134. l set switch to STK THR to to SW to STK THR activate mix with THROTTLE STICK to POSI See above for details THROTTLE STICK to desired point Activate the function OY for 1 second to set Optional set switch position to NULL to POSI to NULL Makes mix active at all times Not compatible with STK THR Set rates Ex Lo 0 Hi 5 to RATE VR A past center Leave at 0 VR A past center to 5 Set OFFSET if needed Ex 0 to OFFSET Leave at 0 Where next Adjust servo END POINTS see p 39 Setup dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 Set up additional programmable mixes ex RUDDER AILERON sce p 68 View numerous additional mix setups www futaba rc com faq Other Examples RUD ELEV ACRO GLID mix Compensate for pitching up or down when rudder is applied AIL RUD mix ACRO Coordinate turns by applying rudder automatically with aileron input All model types ELEV PIT HELI mix compensate for the loss of lift of tilting the model 70 CURVE PROGRAMMABLE MIXES PROG MIX5 8 HELI PROG MIX5 6 CFROG MI 1 8 normal DUUE 1 HRE SIHH 2RIHH 6RIHH SFIHH TRIHH d HIHHH AIHH CF MNI amp S CURVE 12 CF MNI amp S CURVE 22 gt E 7 CINHIRUDD AILE 3 7 IMG FOINT s gt Bx HAS PCHA RUDD cree EAEE d gt Bx SLUCH CAILE a p BEE L 4 L a POSIFHULL Your 10CG s ACRO GLID prog
135. l move upon maximum input from the master channel Ex RUDDER AILERON mix 50 Ail range 1 When rudder is moved full right ailerons move 1 2 MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET RUDD AILE OFF OFF ANY NULL 50 0 e Offset Offsets the slave s center relative to the master Ex Smoke valve opens wider per throttle servo position when smoke SWITCH is ON Smoke servo s neutral is moved down from THROTTLE STICK center to the bottom MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET THRO AUK2 OFF OFF E DOWN 100 100 69 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up a FLAP ELEW mix Open an unused programmable mix for 1 second If BASIC again Ex use PROG MIKXG since it is already v ON when SWITCH C is in the down set up for FLAP ELEVATOR P PIOSAN position to8 gt O to MIK to ON No elevator movement when flaps move up spoilers Choose master and slave channels already CHE Ex no need to change MASTER SLAVE already CH2 0 5 elevator movement when flaps Optional set Master as OFST or WRIA B to MASTER to desired choice move down f See above for details LINK should be ON if model has twin Set LINK and TRIM as needed _ elevator servos Otherwise LINK Ex leave LINK OFF TRIM not available remains OFF Assign SWITCH and position to SW toC Ex change from E to DOWN Flap has no trim lever so TRIM is not gt to POSI to DOWN an option Optiona
136. larity during charging s iseen ennea atacs taneiGlsaaedes coeds cneaeagsasad daebunsetesvaagtag oucaes coh tds ATE e aaa o 15 DIR SW switches that change between the four separate directions of snaps available See SNAP ROLL Discharge to deplete the electrical energy in a battery pack usually to its lowest safe voltage for storage or as a part of regular maintenance See Battery care and charging DP16K see CAMPac Dual aileron servos ACRO GLID a model using two servos on two separate channels to operate ailerons May include flaperon action or aileron differential See Twin aileron servos cccccceccesccesesseeseesecuecuseeseesecscesecaeeeseeseesecaeeeseeseeaeeneenaeeates 51 Dual elevator servos AGRO GLID a model using two servos on two separate channels to operate elevators Includes elevon V tail ailevator See Twin elevator Servos cccccccccccccscccccccccsessssscecccecessnsscssesesssessaesescuseessaesecceseesensssecceseesentseseesens 56 Dual rates D R EXP reduce increase the servo travel by flipping a switch or by stick position Used to make model more comfortable to fly in different maneuvers 10CG supports triple rates by simply assigning dual rates to three position switches Includes exponential function see EMP oo cccccccccsccssesceeecesecsecsseeseesecnecuseeseeseseeceaecseeeeeeeeesecasesseeseseseaeeaeeas 42 Elapsed Time Counter reset see UMMM EM eas irr noiseen sacl aes Aer ER T a Pak pens teeter dn E
137. lects which of the 15 model memories in the MODEL transmitter or 33 in the optional CAMPac 128K to set up or fly For clarity the model s name and an image of its type are indicated after its number Each SELECTA lt MOCEL 60619 model memory may be a different model type from the other memories COPYPOl 61 CMODEL GB812 99 Note If you are using the optional CAMPac 16K your choices in MODEL NAMEPMODEL 81 SELECT and MODEL COPY will include 16 33 which are the model memories in the CAMPac You do not have to COPY from the CAMPac to the transmitter prior to working with that model T10CG T10C CAMPac data compatibility The CAMPac data saved from a T10CG or conventional T10C transmitter can be used directly by a TIOCG and T10C transmitter As for the data of functions added by the T10CG T10C data gt T10CG an initial value is set up at this time T10CG data gt T10C the function doesn t work regardless of the data T9C T9CS CAMPac data conversion Although the CAMPac data that has been saved as the data of a conventional T9C T9CS SELECTME lt MODEL 001 lt 9 gt transmitter cannot be used directly it is possible to use it by the following method Copying WANEMIODEL a the information to the model memory of a T10C transmitter When using the CAMPac the TSC TSCS Pac information will be displayed For example as 01 lt Pac 01 Press DIAL for 1 second in CONUS EEN ODEL 130 this state and the check display of
138. left a gyro will sense that motion confirming that no input was given and will correct for it How does it help in helicopter setup A good gyro will totally eliminate the need for revo mixing The gyro will sense and correct the unwanted motion for you so you don t have to spend time to get a complex curve operating properly Gyro sensor types There are many different kinds of gyros Early gyros were mechanical with a spinning drum similar to a child s gyroscopic toy The next generation utilized a special type of crystal called piezoelectric which sensed the motion and provided an electrical pulse The finest gyros at the time of this writing are MEMS Micro Electro Mechanical System technology These sensors or computer chips sense the motion MEMS is far more accurate and less susceptible to inaccuracies caused by temperature changes etc Types of gyro responses e Normal sense motion and dampen it if the gyro rotates off course for 2 seconds it corrects for 2 seconds e Heading hold AVCS calculate the angle of rotation by tracking the time rate of change and then provide correction until the same rotation is achieved e Stick priority a feature on most high end gyros The more input given on the channel the gyro controls the less sensitive the gain is automatically This way if you give a large input for a stall turn for example the gyro turns itself off and does not fight the stall turn As you ease off the rudder the
139. loaded and 2 position on the 1OCAG Mode 1 10CHG and 10CG those switches are on the right side For consistency the switch position s designation remains the same upper left is F etc but the functions are moved to match the switch type 13 RECEIVER AND SERVO CONNECTIONS Wing Type z ACRO Receiver FLAPERON Output and Aircraft ACRO Channel e l ailerons aileron 1 combined flap 2 amp aileron 1 AIL22 AIL FLP12 FLP22 throttle ACRO WFLAP AlL spare landing gear aileron 2 combined flap 1 and aileron 2 spare flap s combined flap 1 and aileron 2 spare aileron 2 CH7 pp CH1 spare elevator 2 mixture control CH6 spare Tail Type spare NORMAL V TAIL AILVATOR Aileron Differential mode AILE DIFF See p 54 Flaperon mode See p 52 ree Bt lt Using Second Ail tion d ail tput t to channels 5 and 6 AILE 2 S ELE ELE2 ELE1 sing secon lieron option second aileron servo output 1s sent to Channels gt an ce EHD CH4 RUD2 ALA AILS p 55 CH2 CH8 CH2 AILEVATOR dual elevator mode See p 57 Receiver Sailplane Glider GLID Channel ELEVON AILE DIFF AILE DIFF 1 combined elevator 2 amp combined flap 2 amp j aileron 1 aileron 1 GAE e ee eee aileron 2 rudder 2 amp elevator 1 rudder 2 amp elevator 1 rudder 2 amp elevator 1 flap 1 amp aileron 2 4 rudder rudder combinedjrudder combinedjrudder combined Pt ries cloned
140. ment of parts on this product Any such changes may void the warranty Compliance Information Statement for U S A This device trade name Futaba Corporation of America model number R6008HS R6014HS complies with part15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesiredoperation The responsible party of this device compliance is Futaba Service Center 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 U S A TEL 217 398 8970 or E mail support futaba rc com Support TEL 217 398 0007 or E mail service futaba rc com Service AM The RBRC SEAL on the nickel cadmium battery contained in Futaba products indicates that Futaba OE a Corporation of America is voluntarily participating in an industry wide program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives when taken out of service within the United States The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste system which is illegal in some areas for USA You may contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the spent battery Please call 1 800 8BATTERY for information on Ni Cd battery recycling in your area Futaba Corporation of America s involvement in this program is part of its c
141. mix is also increasing appropriately IDLE UPS additional flight conditions available specifically for helicopters These additional flight conditions contain different throttle curves collective pitch curves revo mixing and trims except IDLE 8 to make the helicopter perform certain maneuvers more easily Lastly the gyro and dual rate functions may be set to provide separate rates per condition selected including one for each idle up One of the most common flight conditions is setup to allow the helicopter to easily flip from upright to inverted and back To do so the pitch curve is set to 0 pitch at half stick positive pitch climb upright above half and negative pitch climb when inverted below half stick The throttle curve is adjusted to allow the engine to run consistently throughout the changes in pitch Additional idle ups may be used to maximize the helicopter s flight characteristics in certain types of flight i e fast forward motion backward or maneuvers loops rolls stall turns or even the same maneuver but changing from heading hold AVCS gyro mode to normal gyro mode The 10C provides 3 idle ups to allow the modeler 3 additional setups along with the normal flight condition Note that IDL8 does not include governor settings Adjustability e SWITCH G 10CAG or E 10CHG is programmed for normal NORM idle COWDITION SELECT up 1 IDLE UP1 and idle up 2 IDLE UP2 curves sy Pos Adjustable in the
142. model is set to the other modulation type you must cycle the transmitter power to change modulations The modulation will flash on the home screen to remind you until you do so See p 30 MODEL SELECT for details GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Change model 1 from 2 4G 10CH to Confirm you are currently using the On home screen check model name and 2 4G 7CH Where next proper model memory Ex 1 number on top left and the modulation on top right If it is not the correct model use MODEL SELECT p 30 Open BASIC menu then open for 1 second If ADVANCE again PARAMETER submenu A to 2nd page of menu to PARAMETER Go to MODUL and change setting to MODUL to 2 4G 7CH cycle power flashes on screen Close menu and cycle power POWER OFF POWER ON Now that the model is in the proper modulation the T10CG should communicate with the receiver If it does not confirm the type of the receiver Change MODEL TYPE to glider helicopter see p 34 Set F settings for when 2 4G receiver sees interference see p 50 Utilize servo REWERSE see p 38 Adjust servo travel with END POINT see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 35 Second aileron AILE 2 ACRO GLID 1A 1F GLID 2A 1F only changes the default choice for dual aileron servos from channels 6 FLAPERON to channels 5 and 6 or channels 3 and 6 GLID 1A 1F only or 7 AIL DIF to channels 5 and 7
143. mplete a to UW note lower case is available naming the model aL 37 Logic switch selection LOGIE SW The various functions in the T10CG can be selected by switch The Logic switch can be assigned to the following functions THR CUT IDLE DOWN AUX CH TIMER PROG MIX AIRBRAKE ELEW FLAP and AILE FLAP functions The logic switch can activate functions by two switches combinations It is also possible to select from 2 types of logic either AND or OR can be selected Adjustability Logic combination table rose 2CDFF gt COFFE e Three logic switches can be used ee a ea Lsw1 Lsw2 and Lsw3 sway swo AND oR FPOSIPHULL FHULL MULL e SW 1 SW 2 SW 3 off off off off MODERX and FK and Fx and Any SWITCH A H or THR STKS SUHA A A e Switch position POSD POST PHOLL PHOLL PHOLL J Logic mode AND or OR MODE Ex Switch A and B are calculated by Open BASIC menu then open LOGIC for 1 second If ADVANCE again AND logic A down B down 50 45 Ond peo nent to LOGIC SW G Go to POSI and change setting to POSI Ex DOWN to DOWN Next SWE B POSI DOWN Servo reversing REVERSE changes the direction an individual servo responds toa CONTROL STICK motion Since channel 9 and 10 are switch only its servo REWERSE is in the AUX CH control screen with its switch assignment See p 46 For CCPM helicopters be sure to read the section on SWASH AFR p 95 before reversi
144. n No use the Pac Pac TYPE 128k 33models gt To initialize the CAMPac CURSOR DOWN to Yes and press DIAL and the check display of OK will appear Press DIAL again the initializing of the CAMPac will start To convert the CAMPac data from T9C T9CS to T10CG select to No by CURSOR lever and then press DIAL and the home screen will appear See p 30 for the conversion method RADIO INSTALLATION Follow these guidelines to properly mount the servos receiver and battery e Make certain the alignment tab on the battery switch and servo connectors is oriented correctly and keys into the corresponding notch in the receiver or connectors before plugging them in When unplugging connectors never pull on the wires Always pull on the plastic connector instead e If your aileron servo or others are too far away to plug into the receiver use an aileron extension cord to extend the length of the servo lead Additional Futaba extension cords of varying lengths are available from your hobby dealer Always use an extension of the proper length Avoid plugging multiple extensions together to attain your desired length If distance is greater than 18 or multiple or high current draw servos are being used use Futaba Heavy Duty servo extensions e Always mount the servos with the supplied rubber grommets Do not over Rubber tighten the screws No part of the servo casing should contact the mounting p grommet rails
145. n aileron servo operation Select AILE 2 and change to CHE amp 5 to AILE 2 to CH685 Where next Finish setting up FLAPERON or AILE DIFF see Twin Aileron Servos p 51 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba re com faq 55 Aircraft tail types ACRO GLID There are 4 basic tail types in aircraft models e Simple Model uses one elevator servo and one rudder servo or multiple servos on a Y harness This is the default e Dual Elevator servos Model uses 2 elevator servos see AILVATOR ACRO sce p 57 e Tail less model Model uses 2 wing servos together to create roll and pitch control see ELEVON ACRO GLID 1A 1F see p 56 e W TAIL Model uses 2 surfaces at an angle together to create yaw and pitch control see W TAIL ACRO GLID sce p 58 Note Only one of the three tail type functions AILEVATOR V TAIL and ELEWON can be used at a time The radio provides a warning and will not allow the activation of another tail type until the first is deactivated An error message of OTHER WING MIXING IS ON will display See the wing type example on page 51 Using ELEVON ACRO GLID 1A 1F used with delta wings flying wings and other tailless aircraft that combine aileron and elevator functions using two servos one on each elevon The aileron elevator responses of each servo can be adjusted independently This is also popular for ground model use such as tanks which drive two motors together for forward and one m
146. na landings sitting on the runway and C to center position Screen now maneuvers such as spins The normal reads ON higher idle setting when IDLE DOWN is i off is for engine starting taxi and most to BATE flight maneuvers to minimize chance o to increase rate until engine idles a flame out reliably but low enough to sit still Optional change switch command from Not needed in this example C center and down to any other switch THR CUT shuts the engine off completely From the BASIC menu choose THR CUT gt to THR CUT with the flip of a switch z P 41 to choose THR CUT Activate assign SWITCH and adjust to MIK to OFF NOTE DO NOT assign IDLE DOWN and Close the function toSw tol THR CUT to both positions of a 2position switch See IDLE DOWN for details to POSI to DOWN to RATE fe C to down position THROTTLE STICK until throttle barrel closes completely Set up dual triple rates and exponential From the BASIC menu choose D R EXP to D R EXP a na O to choose D R ENP Choose the desired control and set Gf A to up position Note that in the middle of the left the first Ex high rate throws and to CH side of the screen is the name of the exponential j channel AND the switch position you to choose CH gt 2 elevator are adjusting Two or even THREE note the screen reads ELEV UP rates may be set per channel by simply i ch
147. nction only when using that function Since these types utilize multiple servos together to create the controls simply adjusting a servo s REVERSE or END POINT would not properly correct the travel of any one control Since H 1 uses one servo for each function there is no need for AFR in H 1 RATE AILE Hiele ELEN k 50 FITCH 564 This is fairly hard to explain but easy to see so let s set up Kyosho Caliber s swashplate settings as an example With everything installed per factory instructions set the model to HELI HRS Now let s adjust the swashplate properly Since aileron always uses no more than 2 servos check it first Either both operate properly no change needed both operate backwards reverse the whole function or one servo operates backwards reverse that servo alone Next check elevator Remember the aileron servo s operate correctly so if elevator does not we should only have 2 choices left the whole function needs to be reversed or the servo s not shared with aileron need to be reversed Last is collective If the aileron and elevator controls are working properly the only thing that could be wrong is the direction in which the collective operates reverse the whole function In our example HR3 is 180 degrees off from the swashplate of the Caliber Therefore it is very likely that several functions will not operate properly The collective pitch operation is backwards but reversing all three servos
148. nctions etc Let s look quickly at a few examples that are features we ve already covered This may help to clarify the mix types and the importance of mixes Additional examples e Exponential is a preprogrammed curve mix that makes the servo s response more or less sensitive around center stick works in conjunction with dual rate a linear mix that adjusts the total range see D R EXP p 42 IDLE DOWN and THR CUT are two OFFSET pre programmed mixes These tell the throttle servo when below a certain point to move toward idle an additional set percentage to help close the carburetor see p 40 ELEW TO FLAP mixing is a pre programmed linear mix to move the flaps proportionally to elevator control helping the model loop even tighter than it can on elevator alone see p 62 e THROTTLE NEEDLE mixing is a curve mix like PROG MIK 5 to 8 for proper in flight needle setup see p 65 e THROTTLE DELAY mixing is a pre programmed delay mix that slows down the response of the CH3 servo see p 66 Next we ll get an in depth look at some pre programmed mixes mixes whose channels are predefined by Futaba for simplicity we ve not covered yet and last look at the fully programmable mix types 61 ELEW FLAP mixing ACRO GLID ELEW FLAP I ELEW FLAP mixing is the first pre programmed mix we ll cover This mix makes MIAkIHH the flaps drop or rise whenever the ELEVATOR STICK is moved It is most tht S
149. ne every time Be sure you are editing the proper curve by checking the name after the gt and not the one in parentheses GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate THROTTLE NEEDLE mixing Open the THROTTLE NEEDLE function for 1 second If BASIC again Adjust the points as follows to resolve a slight lean midrange problem to page 2 to THROTTLE NEEDLE omn oner HELI only Select the condition to edit to MIN to ACT as needed Adjust the travels as needed to match to POINT your engine by slowly moving the stick to each of the 5 points then adjusting TEROTI EE STICK to POINTI the percentage at that point until the Q to 40 engine is properly tuned until POINT 2 is highlighted to 45 to POINTS to 65 to POINTS to 55 to POINTS to A0 65 AGRO only Optional increase mixture to ACCE when throttle is applied rapidly 2 ACCE see above for details THROTTLE STICK to idle THROTTLE STICK full open quickly as needed HELI only set curves for other to condition name conditions i to next condition to edit Repeat above steps as needed Throttle delay function THR DELAY ACRO CTHR DELAYI The THR DELAY function is used to slow the response of the throttle servo to simulate the slow response of a turbine engine A 40 delay setting corresponds MISHIHH to about a one second delay while a 100 del
150. ng Defaults to HELI H 1 swashplate type model type e Change transmitter mode from mode 2 to modes 1 3 or 4 See P 17 RECEIVER R6014HS R6008HS e These models have two 2 operation modes as shown below Normal mode High Speed mode The Normal mode accepts any type of servos or the peripherals as the frame rate of the output is 14ms The High Speed mode only accept the digital servos for outputs from 1ch to 6ch including BLS series and most peripheral equipments such as the gyros or brushless ESCs The frame rate of the outputs is 7ms The outputs for other channels indicated below allow to use any type of servos as the frame rate of these outputs are still 14ms on the High Speed mode R6008HS 7ch and 8ch R6014HS 7ch to 12ch DG1 DG2 Futaba R6014 HS D gt Fo AS Spread Spectrum technol SST pread Spectrum technology 14 channel receiver R6008HS R6014HS e Futaba FASST 2 4G R6014HS R6014FS R6008HS or R608FS receiver may be used with the 10CG at 2 46 10ch mode Futaba FASST 2 4G R607FS R617FS R616FFM or R6004FF receiver may be used with the 10CG at 2 46 7ch mode T10CG 2 4G system and receiver Receiver compatibility Transmitter R606FS R6004FF R616FFM R608FS R6008HS R607FS R617FS R6014FS R6014HS 10ch mode Okay T10CG 2 4G System 7ch mode Okay SERVOS e Please see technical specifications page for specifics on the servos eThe included receiver is compati
151. ng any servos With the exception of CCPM helicopters always complete your servo reversing prior to any other programming REVERSE J1 AILE worn When using ACRO GLID functions that control multiple servos such as ELEW wor FLAPERON or W TAIL it may be confusing to determine whether the servo needs to be reversed or a setting in the function needs to be reversed Refer to the pene ELERO instructions for each specialized function for further details FEU Gil AUi MoR Always check servo direction prior to every flight as an additional AUS HOR precaution to confirm proper model memory hook ups and radio function 00 2 a F Oo be GI m ID a NOTE THR REW is a special function that reverses the entire throttle control including moving the trim functionality to the Stick s upper half To use THR REV turn off the transmitter hold down the MODE and END keys turn on CURSOR DOWN to THR REV and turn the DIAL to REW Turn the transmitter off and back on This change affects all models in the radio GLID only The separate THR REV settings for each model can be set see p 36 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Reverse the direction of the elevator Open REWERSE function for 1 second If ADVANCE again servo r z to REVERSE Choose proper channel and set to ELEV direction Ex ELEW REV to REW for 1 second Close Where next Adjust servo travel with END POINT see p 39 Set up
152. ng data first by using this function COPY completely overwrites anything in the existing model memory including MODEL NAME The MODEL TYPE function overwrites all data except name and MODUL GOAL of EXAMPLE Reset model memory 1 Confirm you are currently using the On home screen check model name and proper model memory Ex 1 number on top left If it is not correct use MODEL SELECT p 30 NOTE This is one of severallQnen PARAMETER submenu for 1 second If ADWANCE again unctions for which the radio requires A confirmation to make a change to 2nd page of menu to PARAMETER Y Confirm the change Are you sure displays Cy Where next Now that the memory is reset name has returned to the default Ex MODEL 0001 NAME the model p 32 COPY a different model into this memory p 31 SELECT a different model to edit or delete p 30 Change the MODEL TYPE to glider or helicopter see p 34 Change the receiver modulation 2 4G 10CH or 2 4G 7 H see p 35 Utilize servo REWERSE see p 38 Adjust servo travel with END POINT see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 Radio emits a repeating beep and shows progress on screen as the model memory is being reset Note that if the power switch is turned off prior to completion the data will not be reset 33 MODEL TYPE sets the type of programming used for this model The T10CG has 15 model memories which can eac
153. ntrol sticks to make your transmitter more Stick tip A Locking piece B comfortable to hold and operate To lengthen or shorten your transmitter s sticks first unlock the stick tip by holding locking piece B and turning stick tip A counterclockwise Next move the locking piece B up or down to lengthen or shorten When the length feels comfortable lock the position by turning locking piece B counterclockwise Stick lever tension adjustment Aileron Elevator Rudder Mode 2 transmitter with rear cover removed You may adjust the tension of your sticks to provide the feel that you prefer for flying To adjust your springs you ll have to remove the rear case of the transmitter First remove the battery cover on the rear of the transmitter Next unplug the battery wire and remove the battery from the transmitter Next using a screwdriver remove the four screws that hold the transmitter s rear cover in position and put them in a safe place Gently ease off the transmitter s rear cover Now you ll see the view shown in the figure above Using a small Phillips screwdriver rotate the adjusting screw for each stick for the desired spring tension The tension increases when the adjusting screw is turned clockwise When you are satisfied with the spring tensions reattach the transmitter s rear cover When the cover is properly in place reinstall and tighten the four screws Reinstall the battery and cover Adjusting
154. o ELEVON Activate the function to MN to ACT Optional adjust the up down travel to AIA AILERON STICK separately for the servos as ailerons Ex down to 90 to 90 to AIL2 AILERON STICK to 90 Optional adjust the elevator travel of to ELE2 to 98 each servo Ex right servo elev travel to 98 lefi to 105 gt to HE to 105 Where next Adjust individual servo s SUB TRIMS see p 49 and END POINTS see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba re com faq html 56 Dual Elevator Servos with a rudder AILEVATOR ACRO Many models use two elevator servos plugged in separate receiver channels Flying wings without a separate aileron control use ELEVON V shaped tail models use V TAIL p 58 CAILWATOR Benefits MI4kIHH e Ability to adjust each servo s center and end points for perfectly matched travel RATE HAILS HAEL o AlLdk 56 e Ease of assembly not requiring torque rods for a single servo to drive 2 ELE2b 100 ee bas ELEI b 100 e Elevators acting also as ailerons for extreme stunt flying or more realistic jet flying optional e Redundancy in case of a servo failure or mid air collision Adjustability e CH2 and CH8 only With programmable mixing could utilize CH5 as the 2nd elevator servo See www futaba re com faq for examples THRO
155. o fly the model in different conditions ie Helicopter using heavier weight blades glider in extreme wind airplane model at extreme altitudes e Store your model data to an optional CAMPac to use or copy the settings into a friend s T10CG A or H transmitter so he can fly your model or use it as a starting point for setting up a similar model GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Copy model 3 into model 5 Open the BASIE menu then open MODEL for 1 second If ADVANCE again NOTE This is one of several submenu A z 5 unctions for which the radio requires gt to MODEL confirmation to make a change Confirm you are currently using the If SELECT does not indicate 3 use MODEL proper model memory Ex 3 SELECT p 25 Go to MODEL COPY and choose the to COPY to5 model to copy into Ex 5 Confirm your change FY for 1 second Are you sure displays Cy Close Where next SELECT the copy you just made see p 30 Rename it it is currently named exactly the same as the model copied see p 32 Turn off the transmitter and remove the CAMPac for safe keeping or insertion into another radio to fly Radio emits a repeating beep and shows progress on screen as the model memory is being copied Note that if the power switch is turned off prior to completion the data will not be copied 31 MODEL NAME assigns a name to the current model memory By giving each model a name that is immediately recognizable you can qui
156. ommitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources RBRC is a trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation Meaning of Special Markings Pay special attention to safety where indicated by the following marks DANGER Procedures which may lead to dangerous conditions and cause death serious injury if not carried out properly WARNING Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition or cause death or serious injury to the user if not carried out properly or procedures where the probability of superficial injury or physical damage is high CAUTION Procedures where the possibility of serious injury to the user is small but there is a danger of injury or physical damage if not carried out properly amp Prohibited Mandatory Warning Always keep electrical components away from small children FLYING SAFETY N WARNING To ensure the safety of yourself and others please observe the following precautions Have regular maintenance performed Although your 10CG protects the model memories with non volatile EEPROM memory which does not require periodic replacement and not a battery the transmitter still should have regular checkups for wear and tear We recommend sending your system to the Futaba Service Center annually during your non flying season for a complete checkup and service NiCd Battery Charge the batteries See Charging the NiCd batteries p 15 for details Always
157. ontrol system Pulse width control 1 52 ms neutral Power requirement 4 8 6 0V from receiver Output torque 41 7 oz in 3 0 kg cm Operating speed 0 22 sec 60 Size 1 59 x 0 78 x 1 41 in 40 4 x 19 8 x 36 mm Weight 1 59 oz 45 1g The following additional accessories are available from your dealer Refer to a Futaba catalog for more information e CAMPac Memory module the optional DP 128K CAMPac increases your model storage capability to 48 models from 15 and allows you to transfer programs to another 10CG 10C transmitter Note that data cannot be transferred to from any other model of transmitter i e 8U 9Z etc However CAMPac which saved the data of T9C T9CS transmitter is convertible for the data of this 10CG 10C transmitter See p 17 for the conversion method Insertion of a CAMPac containing data of a different transmitter type ex 9Z will result in a complete CAMPac data reset and loss of all data e NT8S Transmitter battery pack the 700mAh transmitter Ni Cd battery pack may be easily exchanged with a fresh one to provide enough capacity for extended flying sessions e Trainer cord the optional trainer cord may be used to help a beginning pilot learn to fly easily by placing the instructor on a separate transmitter Note that the 10CG transmitter may be connected to another 10CG system as well as to many other models of Futaba transmitters The 10CG transmitter uses the newer micro plug rectangular type c
158. oosing the desired switch and to DR programming percentages with the ELEVATOR STICK itch i h its 2 or 3 tions SiO a COG Opts Por Posey S to set desired UP percentage ELEVATOR STICK S as needed to adjust DOWN percentage normally set the same as down to ENP ELEVATOR STICK to set ELEVATOR STICK to set 28 GOALS of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS for EXAMPLE Set the second low rate throws and f A to down position exponential a p to DR Repeat steps above to set low rate Optional change dual rate switch to SW to G or E assignment Ex elevator to switch G 10CAG or E 10CHG with 3 positions Repeat steps above to set 3rd rate Where next Other functions you may wish to set up for your model TRAINER p 47 Multiple wing and or tail servos see wing types and tail types p 51 56 Elevator to flap Rudder to aileron flap to elevator and other programmable mixes p 68 Retractable Gear Flaps on a Switch Smoke systems kill switches and other auxiliary channel setups p 46 G or E to center position 29 A LOOK AT THE RADIO S FUNCTIONS STEP BY STEP MODEL submenu includes three functions that manage model memory MODEL SELECT MODELCOPY and MODELNAME Since these functions are all related and are all basic features used with most models they are together in the MODEL submenu of the BASIE menu MODEL SELECT This function se
159. open the Turn on the transmitter model Ex ACRO PARAMETER submenu for 1 second If ADVANCE again NOTE This is one of several functions then to highlight PARAMETER that requires confirmation to make a LY to choose PARAMETER change Only critical changes require additional keystrokes to accept the G to MODEL TYPE to TYPE change Select proper MODEL TYPE to ACROBATIC for 1 second Ex ACRO 2 2 6 Confirm the change Are you sure displays to confirm Close PARAMETER to return to BASIC menu 34 Modulation select MODUL sets the type of modulation transmitted The modulation of your receiver will determine whether you utilize 2 4G 10CH or 2 4G 7CH setting in MODUL during transmission Note that you have to turn your transmitter off and back on before a modulation change becomes effective Be sure you understand and set the FailSafe F settings as you intended see p 50 2 4G 10CH 7CH FASST 2 4GHz system 106H mode ICH mode CFARAMETER I RESET Execute TYPERACROBATIC AILE 2eCHeor ATL FOH qir H Adjustability 2 4G 10CH setting for all Futaba FASST 2 4G Multi ch mode receivers regardless of number of channels ie R6008HS R6014HS R608FS R6014FS e 24G ICH setting for all Futaba FASST 2 4G 7ch mode receivers regardless of number of channels ie R6004FF R616FFM R607FS R617FS NOTE When you change models in MODEL SELECT if the new
160. or coordinated turns e Master The controlling channel can only be a channel Cannot be OFFSET or dial e Trim not available in curve mixes e Offset not available in curve mixes 71 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up a RUDD ELEW curve mix on a Open an unused curve programmable for 1 second If BASIC again model that pitches down severely at mix Ex use PROG MIN7 since it is to PROGMIN CY full rudder and not at all with minimallalready set up for RUDDER ELEV rudder input and pitches worse on right to gt LX rudder than left Activate the function to page 2 Point 1 25 to MIK to ON Point 2 3 Choose master and slave channels already RUDD Point 3 rh i Ex do not change MAS or SIW already ELEV Point 5 28 Set LINK as needed Ex off 4 Assign SWITCH and position to SW to G N when SWITCH C is down 3 y Ex change fron Fto G BOWN to POSI to DOWN to SW to STK THR elevator servos Otherwise LINK activate mix with THROTTLE STICK to POSI remains OFF See above for details Note that point 3 is 0 Otherwise the point p elevator would be retrimmed when the nee OY for 1 second to set mix is active and no rudder input is given Optional set switch position to NULL to POSI to NULL Makes mix active at all times Not compatible with STK THR Set desired percent at the stick points to page 1 Ex liste
161. ord plug Both new to new and new to round plug style trainer cords are available e Neckstrap a neckstrap may be connected to your T10CG system to make it easier to handle and improve your flying precision since your hands won t need to support the transmitter s weight e Y harnesses servo extensions etc Genuine Futaba extensions and Y harnesses including a heavy duty version with heavier wire are available to aid in your larger model and other installations e 5 cell 6 0V receiver battery packs All Futaba airborne equipment except that which is specifically labeled otherwise is designed to work with 4 8V Ni Cd 4 cells or 6 0V Ni Cd 5 cells or alkaline 4 cells Using a 6 0V pack increases the current flow to the servos which accelerates their rate of response and their torque However because of this faster current draw a 5 cell battery pack of the same mAh rating will last approximately 3 4 the time of a 4 cell pack e Gyros a variety of genuine Futaba gyros are available for your aircraft or helicopter needs See p 73 for aircraft or p 107 for helicopter gyro information e Governor GV1 for helicopter use Automatically adjusts throttle servo position to maintain a constant head speed regardless of blade pitch load weather etc See p 108 for details e Receivers various models of receivers may be purchased for use in other models See p 8 10 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS AIRPLANE CAMPac or Dust Cap
162. ose MODEL Only critical changes such as a MODEL RESET require additional keystrokes to G to MODEL NAME to NAME accept the change First character of model s name is highlighted AA Input aircraft s name to change first character Close the MODEL submenu When proper character is displayed to move to next character Repeat as needed to return to BASIC menu Reverse servos as needed for proper In the BASIE menu open servo to REVERSE control operation REVERSE a oe S to choose REVERSE Choose desired servo and reverse its to CHA RUDD Repeat as needed Adjust Travels as needed to match From BASIC menu choose ENDPOINT to ENDPOINT model s recommended throws usually z listed as high rates ap chogse Ean P 39 Adjust the servo s end points to THROTTLE Ex throttle servo Close the ae THROTTLE STICK S until carb barrel closes as desired THROTTLE STICK e until throttle arm just opens carb fully at full THROTTLE STICK Repeat for each channel as needed 27 With digital trims you don t shut the engine off with THROTTLE TRIM Let s set up WDLE DOWN and throttle cut THR CUT now GOALS of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS for EXAMPLE Set up IDLE DOWN From the BASIC menu choose IDLE to IDLE DOWN P 40 DOWN G to choose IDLE DOWN IDLE DOWN slows the engine s idle for Activate and adjust IDLE DOWN to MIK to OFF i ee x
163. ost helicopters Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix 116 Rx receiver SAFE MODE feature in snap roll programming that does not allow a snap roll if landing gear is lowered See Snap roll Sailplane glider non powered model aircraft type See GLID MODEL TYPE Select a model see MODEL SELECT Service Centert cisien e shaliceg A E ia AE EE A EE aaa oes casaoudidcvsnsausushegedusparactspugs E AE E E a 3 SERVO bar graph display on screen to show real time movement commands sent to servos by transmitter in response to us r m yements Als includes aservo test feature 24 di n e A s a A E E 49 Servo reversing see REVERSE Servo Slow see Channel delay Servo testing servo display See SERVO SET to accept Usually done by pressing and holding the dial when instructed Slave channel that moves in response to the command of the master See Programmable mix Slaving servos see programmable mix cccccccccccccccccccesceene cece eese cess cnee cee eeee eee eeese cae cesecueeeeeeseseeesecaaecuaecuseseaeseseeesecnseseaesneeeags 68 Slider assignability sliders on side of radio known as VR D and VR E in programming may be assigned to control channels 5 8 in AUX GH used as the primary control of a mix in programmable mixes etc Slow see Channel delay Smoke system injects a specialized smoke oil into the hot exhaust to create air show like smoke trails e cesses 74 SNAP ROLL ACRO combines rudder
164. otor forward one backward for turning CELEWOHI Adjustability MI amp kFIHH e Requires use of CH1 and CH2 PATE AILib iaa Independently adjustable aileron travel allows aileron differential AILZh 1o8 e Independently adjustable elevator travel allows for differences in up vs down travel E a3 m e Separate ELEWON settings for each condition GLID only ACRO Note When changing the polarity positive or negative of a rate change rate dir is displayed as a check Please set up after pressing DIAL for 1 second and CELE canceling the alarm display GLID only MHIS NORML NOTE If ELEWON is active you cannot activate FLAPERON AILE DIFF or AIL SPEED AILEVATOR An error message OTHER WING MIXING IS ON displays and you must CISTA deactivate the last function to activate ELEWON ELE2b 1a0 ERDEI ee ELEI 100 NOTE Be sure to move the elevator and aileron sticks to full deflection during GLID 1A 1F setup If large travels are specified when the AILERON and ELEVATOR STICKS are moved at the same time the controls may bind or run out of travel For details on setting up a complex aerobatic plane please visit www futaba rc com faq Many other setup examples are also available at this location GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate ELEVON Open the ELEVON function for 1 second If BASIC again Adjust aileron down travel to 90 of up 3 travel creating aileron differential M t
165. p G EE EAT E Where next Adjust trim steps see p 48 Adjust END POINTS see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EXP see p 42 SERWO display and cycle submenu displays radio s output to channels 1 10 SERIO TEST HIS f The servo submenu includes two features o ereal time bar graph display to demonstrate exactly what commands the transmitter is sending to the servos This can be particularly handy in setting up models with complicated mixing functions because the results of each stick lever knob switch input and delay circuit may be immediately seen servo cycle function to help locate servo problems prior to in flight failures channels 1 8 SWITCH C Open the SERWO function for 1 second If ADVANCE again to SERVO Cycle the channel 6 servo Move each control to see the operation 9 C to center position ESMIT Enana he change in position of ch 6 servo Where next Set up dual triple rates and exponential P R EKP see p 42 Set up desired programmable mixes see p 61 Set up dual aileron servos see p 51 Set up dual elevator servos see p 57 49 FailSafe loss of clean signal and low receiver battery submenu F sets responses in case of loss of signal or low Rx battery FailSafe F instructs a 2 4G receiver what to do in the event radio interference is received FS 1 AILE Hor Adjustability Z ELEL HoR e Each chann
166. page numbers are indicated in the first column as a convenience to you GOAL of EXAMPLE Prepare your aircraft Install all servos switches receiver per your model s instructions Turn on transmitter then receiver adjust all linkages so surfaces are nearly centered Mechanically adjust all linkages to get as close as possible to proper control throws and minimize binding prior to radio set up Check servo direction and throws Make notes now of what you will need to change during programming Select the proper MODEL TYPE for your In the BASIC menu open the PARAMETER Turn on the transmitter model Ex GLID 1A 1F See p 78 for 1 second 1f ADVANCE San NOTE This is one of several functions then to highlight PARAMETER that requires confirmation to make a to choose PARAMETER change Only critical changes such as a MODEL RESET require additional key G t MODEL TYPE to MODEL TYPE strokes to accept the change Select proper MODEL TYPE to GUDUAHF Ex GLID 1A 1F 3 Confirm the change amp for 1 second Close the PARAMETER submenu Are you sure Displays to confirm to return to BASIC menu NAME the model In the BASIC menu open the MODEL as needed to highlight MODEL P 32 submenu S to choose MODEL Note that you do not need to do Go to MODEL NAME to NAME Y anything to save or store this data 1 character of model s name is highlighted Input aircraft s name
167. plicity If you want to use one of these mixes simply select that mix number so that the master and slave servos are already selected for you e PROG MIM1 aileron to rudder for coordinated turns e PROG MIK2 elevator to flap for tighter loops HELI mixes default to elev to pitch e PROG MIXS fiap to elevator to compensate pitching with flaps HELI mixes default to pitch to elev e PROG MIK4 throttle to rudder ground handling compensation Channels available to mix All four mixes may use any combination of CH1 8 CH9 10 are not proportional and cannot be mixed Offset and dials may also be set to the master channels see below e Master the controlling channel The channel whose movement is followed by the slave channel Another channel Most mixes follow a control channel Ex rudder to ailerons 25 no switch corrects roll coupling MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET RUDD AILE ON OFF ANY NULL 25 0 Offset as master To create an OFFSET mix set the master as OFST Ex move flaperons as flaps 20 of their total throw when SWITCH C is in down position MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET OFST FLAP ON N A C DOWN 20 0 e Dial as master To directly effect one servo s position by moving a dial set the master as the desired dial Ex create a second throttle trim on left slider MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET VRID THRO OFF N A ANY NULL 5 0 eSlave the controlled channel The ch
168. pt the change 23 WARNING amp ERROR DISPLAYS An alarm or error indication may appear on the display of your transmitter for a number of reasons including when the transmitter power switch is turned on when the battery voltage is low and several others Each display has a unique sound associated with it as described below MODEL SELECTION ERROR Warning sound 5 beeps repeated 3 times The MODEL SELECTION warning is displayed when the transmitter attempts to load a model memory from a memory module optional CAMPac that is not currently plugged into the transmitter When this occurs model No 01 is automatically loaded MODEL SELECT ERROR Do not fly until the proper model is loaded into memory Reinsert the memory module CURRENT MODEL No 1 and recall the desired setup using the model select function LOW BATTERY ERROR Warning sound Continuous beep until transmitter is powered off The LOW BATTERY bein is displayed when the transmitter battery voltage drops below 8 5V BASIC MENUCACROD J ACROBATIC MODELS 601 D R EXP gt TRIM Land your model as soon as possible before loss of control due to a dead battery PEND POINT gt THROTTLE CUT gt SUB TRIM IDLE DOWN REVERSE J MIKER ALERT WARNING Warning sound 5 Beeps repeated until problem resolved or overridden wkk WARNING okok oe ae sa f The MIKER ALERT warning is displayed to alert you whenever you turn on the transmitter with AIR BRAKE any of t
169. r choice because of functions it offers that the GLID types do not e ACRO provides SNAP ROLL AILEVATOR twin elevator servo support AIRBRAKE a more assignable version of BUTTERFLY e For nitro powered sailplanes IDLE DOWN THR CUT THROTTLE NEEDLE mixing and THROTTLE DELAY programming e But AGRO lacks programming for full span ailerons and separate OFFSET trims for each flight condition Normal Start Speed Distance and Landing GLID 1A 1F The GLID 1A 1F MODEL TYPE is intended for sailplanes with one or two aileron servos or none and a single flap servo or two connected with a y connector This TYPE is meant to be a very simplistic version to set up a basic glider without a lot of added features Additional flight conditions available e GLID 2A 1F The GLID 2A 1F MODEL TYPE is intended for sailplanes with dual aileron servos and a single flap servo or two connected with a y connector Additional flight conditions available These flight conditions contain different offset trims and aileron differentials to make the sailplane perform certain maneuvers more easily e GLID 2A 2F The GLID 2A 2F MODEL TYPE supports dual flap servos that can also act as ailerons creating full span ailerons and flaps Additional flight conditions available These flight conditions contain different offset trims and aileron differentials to make the sailplane perform certain maneuvers more easily GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Change mod
170. r more than two seconds and release the switch The receiver begins the linking operation 6 When the linking is complete the LED in the receiver will change to solid green Please confirm that the servos are now operational from your transmitter Please refer to the table below for the LED status of the receiver s condition LED Indication R6008HS R6014HS ANWARNING After the linking is done please cycle receiver power and check if the receiver to be linked is really under the control by the transmitter to be linked S Do not perform the linking procedure with motor s main wire connected or with the engine operating as it may result in serious injury Transmitter s Antenna 1 As with all radio frequency transmissions the strongest area of signal transmission is from the sides of the transmitter s antenna As such the antenna should not be pointed directly at the model If your flying style creates this situation easily move the antenna to correct this situation 2 Please do not grasp the transmitter s antenna during flight Doing so may degrade the quality of the RF transmission to the model 21 Range Testing Your R C System It is extremely important to range check your models prior to each flying session This enables you to ensure that everything is functioning as it should and to obtain maximum enjoyment from your time flying The T10CG transmitter incorporates a system that reduces its power output and allows you
171. r throttle results in Battery F also going to the same throttle servo position as the regular F S If using a 6V 5 cell receiver battery it is very likely that your battery will be rapidly running out of charge before battery FailSafe takes over It is not a good idea to count on battery FailSafe to protect your model at any time This is especially true when using a 5 cell battery 50 ACRO ADVANGE MENU FUNCTIONS Aircraft wing types ACRO GLID There are 3 basic wing types in aircraft models e Simple Model uses one aileron servo or multiple servos on a Y harness into a single receiver channel and has a tail This is the default setup and requires no specialized wing programming e Twin Aileron Servos Model uses 2 aileron servos and has a tail see Twin Aileron Servos e Tail less model flying wing Model uses 2 wing servos working together to create both roll and pitch control see ELEVON Twin Aileron Servos with a tail ACRO GLID Many current generation models use two aileron servos plugged into two separate receiver channels If your model is a flying wing without separate elevators see ELEWON p 56 Benefits e Ability to adjust each servo s center and end points for perfectly matched travel e Redundancy for example in case of a servo failure or mid air collision e Ease of assembly and more torque per surface by not requiring torque rods for a single servo to drive 2 surfaces e Having more up aileron
172. ral and flaperon position and even adjust the percentage traveled as flaperon spoileron by changing the Flap Trim travel Note that there is only one setting not independent settings for up and down travel GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Add FLAP TRIM to allow the model s Open the FLAP TRIM function for 1 second If BASIC again ailerons to be trimmed together as flaps z 5 at any time during the flight with a gt to FLAP TRIM maximum travel of 5 of the total flap The function is automatically activated with FLAPERON however the default travel set in FLAPERON travel is 0 Adjust the travel available to the O to 5 flaperons when turning the CH6 DIAL Ex 5 Optional Use as total flap control to 50 Reassign CH6 is primary control in z AUK CH to your desired flap control gt to AUK CH Ex right slider to CHE to Wr E 8 Close menu Where next Adjust individual servo s SUB TRIMS see p 49 and END POINTS see p 39 Set up AIRBRAKE mix see p 63 and ELEW FLAP mix see p 62 Mix flaperon s flap movement to an additional inboard flap plugged into aux1 see p 61 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba rce com faq 53 Using Aileron Differential AILE DIFF ACRO GLID 2A 1F GLID 2A 2F AILE DIFFI HORML cL eR TART AILSb iaex 100 AILZb iaex 100 LAND I FLAP FCHE B FLY ADIF 25 ACRO GLID 2A 1F GLID 2A 2F Aileron diff
173. rams contain four separate curve programmable mixes HELI contains two There are a variety of reasons you might want curve mixes For example when a linear mix doesn t fit your needs along the whole range One pre programmed curve mix is the THROTTLE NEEDLE function This curve is adjustable at 5 points allowing you to adjust the motor s tuning at 5 points along its RPM range One programmable curve mix defaults to RUDDER AILERON A linear mix that keeps the model from rolling in knife edge is probably too much aileron when rudder is applied in level flight Create a curve mix and set all 5 points to match the linear mix Inhibit the linear mix then adjust the curve to get the right response all along the rudder channel s travel Adjustability for detailed definitions see Linear Programmable Mixes and Glossary e ACRO GLID Defaults The 4 programmable curve mixes default to the most frequent choices but can be set to any channel e PROG MIXS rudder to aileron for roll coupling compensation GLID mixes default to aileron to elev e PROG MIXG rudder to aileron for roll coupling compensation GLID mixes default to aileron to elev e PROG MIX rudder to elevator for pitch coupling compensation GLID mixes default to elevator to airbrake e PROG MIX8 rudder to elevator for pitch coupling compensation GLID mixes default to elevator to airbrake HELI Defaults e PROG MIXS aileron to elevator for coordinated turns e PROG MIKG aileron to elevator f
174. rd any unwanted settings S to H 1 LF op aceon Are you sure displays to confirm to return to BASIC menu Then NAME the model P 32 In the BASIC menu open the MODEL as needed to highlight MODEL submenu A GY to choose You do not need to do anything to MODEL save or store this data Go to MODEL NAME to NAME First character of model sname is highlighted Input aircraft s name e to change first character Wh h ter is displayed Close the MODEL submenu when done Regine eerie tone ASER E to move to next character Repeat to return to BASIE menu GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Reverse servos as needed for proper In the BASIC menu open REVERSE to REVERSE control operation Ex LEFT RUDDER STICK results in leading edge of tail oO to choose REVERSE rotor blades moving left Reverse to Choose desired servo and reverse its to CHA RUDD operate properly P 38 Are you sure Displays IY for 1 second Repeat as needed to return to BASIC menu Adjust Travels as needed to ener ee e l cee rer ail to choose BOM Adjust the servos end points to ELEV Ex elevator servo ELEVATOR STICK Return to BASIE menu until up travel is as desired ELEVATOR STICK 6 until down travel is as desired Repeat as needed Open THROTTLE CUT function to THROTTLE CUT to choose THR CUT Activate the function Choose desired to MIK to OFF
175. rge for about 15 hours when recharging the standard NR 4J NR4F1500 and NT8S700B Ni Cd batteries We recommend charging the batteries with the charger supplied with your system Note that the use of a fast charger may damage the batteries by overheating and dramatically reduce their lifetime You should fully discharge your system s NiCd batteries periodically to prevent a condition called memory For example if you only make two flights each session or you regularly use only a small amount of the batteries capacity the memory effect can reduce the actual capacity even if the battery is fully charged You can cycle your batteries with a commercial cycling unit or by leaving the system on and exercising the servos by moving the transmitter sticks until the transmitter shuts itself off Cycling should be done every four to eight weeks even during the winter or periods of long storage Keep track of the batteries capacity during cycling if there is a noticeable change you may need to replace the batteries Note that the 10CG transmitter system has electronic protection from overcharging and reverse polarity via a poli switch It does NOT have a diode in the charge circuit and may be discharged peak charged with the battery in the transmitter S DO NOT attempt to charge your 8 cell transmitter pack on the 4 cell receiver plug of the wall charger Adjusting the length of the non slip control sticks You may change the length of the co
176. round neutral making them unpleasant to fly and making small corrections very difficult Additionally by setting different exponentials for each rate you can make the effectiveness of small corrections similar in each rate as in our example below The best way to understand exponential is to try it e Having made no changes yet in the D R EXP screen move SWITCH D to down toward the AILERON STICK e Cursor down to EXP and dial to 100 e Move SWITCH D up Hold the AILERON STICK at 1 4 stick and move SWITCH D down e Notice how much less travel there is e Go to 3 4 stick and repeat Notice how the travel is much closer if not identical 42 Adjustability e More sensitivity around neutral positive exponential see example e Less sensitivity around neutral negative exponential see example e Adjustable for each direction ACRO GLID For throttle exponential is applied at the low end to help nitro and gasoline engines have a linear throttle response so that each 1 4 stick increases engine RPM 25 of the available range In most engines this ranges from 5 60 Special note for helicopters Helicopter model types have just a single rate for each switch position rather than a rate for each side of the servo s travel per switch position Additionally setting the D R EXP for each switch position requires cursoring back to the NO setting and changing the switch position here Just flipping the switch does not affect the scr
177. s helps compensate for rotation of the helicopter caused by the increased engine torque Never use revo mixing with a heading hold AVCS gyro the gyro already does this For additional details see that function s section in this manual the page numbers are indicated in the first column for you pag y GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Prepare your helicopter Install all servos switches receiver per your model s instructions Set all trims dials and sliders to neutral Confirm all control linkages are 90 degrees or per instructions from the servo horn to the ball link for proper geometry and that no slop is present Mechanically adjust all linkages to get as close as possible to proper control throws and minimize binding prior to radio set up Select the proper MODEL TYPE for your In the BASIE menu open the PARAMETER Turn on the transmitter model Ex HELI H 1 See p 93 for 1 second 1f ADVANCE soins NOTE This is one of several then to highlight PARAMETER unctions for which the radio requires ky to choose PARAMETER confirmation to make a change Only critical changes require additional key G to MODEL TYPE to TYPE strokes to accept the change Select proper MODEL TYPE to HELICOPTER AY for 1 second Ex HELI H 1 Confirm the change z If the correct model type was already Close PARAMETER Are you sure displays to confirm displayed be sure to do a model reset to to SWASH disca
178. s indicate more gain or gyro responsiveness e Tail wagging or shaking indicates excessive gain settings Turn down gyro setting until wag stops 106 Gain Example for AVCS Heading hold Gyros GY GYRO SENSE MISkRINH MODERSTC SWAF GY RATE UP HEERA 100 NOR 0 100 AVC DOWN 50 at i Normal Mode Heading Hold Mode 0 50 100 STD GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up a heading hold AVCS gyro with Open and activate the GYRO SENSE for 1 second If BASIC again heading hold AVCS setting in idle ups function A 1 and 2 and normal mode setting in idle y to GYRO SENSE Optional change gyro type to Heading to MODE es to GY hold GN Optional change switch assignment to SW to Cond Ex select Cond Adjust gyro rates as needed Ex NORM IDL3 to NOR 50 IDL1 and 2 to AVC 50 as starting points Where next GOVERNOR sce p 108 D R EXP sce p 42 DELAY see p 103 107 GOVERNORS GV 1 connections Magnetic sensor Mixture servo CONTRAST KEYSH FUNG DATA Connected only when fuel mixture function Futaba used Throttle Speed setting channel channel Connected when speed set from transmitter Governor ON OFF Mixture trim channel Connected when the governor is turned on and off from transmitter and when mixture trim function is used or when mixture curve data is sent from transmit ter to governor
179. sce p 68 View additional setups on the internet www futaba re com faq 62 AIRBRAKE BUTTERFLY crow mixing ACRO GLID CHIR BRAKEI CBUTTERFL Y J rate rate AIL e Mie IHH AIL MEE CIRRIC 3 i ELEN p 18 SiNi eaNL FLAF F az MIS IHH i i FLAF k 50 FOOWH AILS Ax Slik SA AIL2 MOCE FOFfSeEt SPOIk FOOWH 7 7 de la ELEN Fx PRESETF 15 56 ACRO GLID Like FLAPERON and AILEVATOR AIRBRAKE is one function that is really made up of a series of pre programmed mixes all done for you within the radio AIRBRAKE often called crow or BUTTERFLY sce GLID p 80 for details simultaneously moves the flap s if installed twin ailerons if installed and elevator s and is usually used to make steep descents or to limit increases in airspeed in dives This function is often used even on models without flaps as an easy way to use the flaperons and FLAP ELEVATOR mixing together Adjustability e Activation Proportional by moving the THROTTLE STICK or set positions by flipping the assigned switch e Switch Mix SWITCH is selectable Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 Linear nversely proportional to THROTTLE STICK provides a proportional increase in amount of AIRBRAKE action as THROTTLE STICK is lowered and assigned switch is on Provides gradually more AIRBRAKE as you slow the engine Includes selectable stick position where AIRBRAKE begins
180. set independently in AIRBRAKE including set to 0 to have no effect e Twin aileron servos If FLAPERON ELEVON and AIL DIFF functions are inhibited then AILT and AIL2 settings will have no effect e If FLAPERON is active the travel of the ailerons can be independently adjusted for the servos plugged into CH1 and CH6 The flap choice has no effect on the flaperons e If AIL DIFF is active then CH1 and CH7 may be independently adjusted e Normally both ailerons are raised equally in AIRBRAKE and the elevator motion is set to maintain trim when the ailerons rise Different amounts may be set for each aileron to correct for torque reactions and other unique characteristics of the model QM Be sure you understand what dropping ailerons will do when in AIRBRAKE BUTTERFLY Along with creating an enormous amount of drag desireble for spot landings this also creates wash in a higher angle of attack where the ailerons are and cncourages tip stalling If you are using this for aerobatic performance and not sudden stops consider raising the ailerons and dropping the flaps instead as shown in the diagram above 63 e Twin elevator servos e If AILEWATOR is active the AILT and AIL2 settings still only affect FLAPERON or AIL DIFF servos NOT the elevator servos they would have the AILS and AIL4 settings GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS i i i see FLAPERON instructions model Adjust the flaperon travel to Open the AIRBRAKE function for 1
181. setups The features that are identical refer back to the AGRO chapter The glider BASIC menu includes MOTOR CUT and does not include IDLE DOWN or THR CUT Note that in all cases where ACRO programming labels channel 3 as throttle GLID programming labels channel 3 as ARB airbrake since airbrakes are normally operated on channel 3 in gliders This includes STK THR reading STK ARB GLIDER GLID 1A 1F 2A 1F 2A 2F FUNCTIONS 75 GLIDER ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS 0000 80 TAS Gd Contents fates rair E A a 75 FLAPERON iiit n Rates 52 Getting Started with a Basic 4 CH Glider 76 FLAP TRIM apeneeermarenteer periue yer renter mnnmeninr ater arate ert 53 GLIDER BASI MENU FUNCTIONS 78 Aileron Differential AILE DIFF 0 0 0 cee 54 MOTOR CUT ae Oe i 79 ELEVON see tail types aE AnS SaNa ETA EER AEEA AES 56 MODEL Submenu MODEL SELECT COPY NAME ENSY 30 EAE sesososoeosoooooooososososososososososososososososososoooosososososoooo PARAMETER Submenu RESET MODUL ATL AILE 2 Lin at Prom mines 1 4 Pee emer rere ee seree sess sees eee sess ee eeeeeee 68 CONTRAST BACK LIGHT USER NAME LOGIC SW Paneer 33 C e E P g A 5 8 SOOO eee m eee ee seer eres sees ee esses se sees ee eee 7 Model type PARAMETER submenu 0 78 E MIKES 5 8 svxecahicaseento rico navare sno erviaer 62 Servo REVERSE ieii ia na a 38 AAE e E E E oar ae hy END POINT iir a Ai 39 BUTTERFLY modifyed version of AIRBRAKE
182. soll ace E OE 45 ELE1 2 3 4 designation for the individual servos that are being commanded by the elevator command Ex when using elevon the two wing servos are acting as elevators 1 and 2 See Twin elevator servos Elevator surface which controls the model s rate of climb or descent Also called cyclic pitch on helicopters Elevator to airbrake mix GLID used to allow the model to loop even tighter on elevator input by having airbrakes work with elevators Not a preprogrammed mix See Programmable mix This is the default programming for one curve mix in GLID 112 Elevator to flap mix ACRO GLID Used to apply flaps along with elevators to increase lift allowing modeler to fly at slower speeds make tighter loops or turns etc Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default setting of one mix in ACRO and GLID Elevator to pitch mix HELI used to adjust pitch to counter the loss of angle of attack when elevator input is given Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix This is the default setting of one mix in HELI ELEVON fiying wing configuration with two servos working together to create both aileron and elevator action See Twin elevator SCTVOSs ria ri NA E E a A A E A AA ideenens A Ar 56 Elevons two surfaces one on each wing which work as both ailerons and elevators See ELEVON END BUTTON control button used during programming to return to previous menu or close menu altogether END POINT o
183. t and level flight or slight increases decreases of the flap angle END POINT and SUB TRIM both still adjust each servo individually Adjustability e Each aileron servo s up travel can be set separate from its down travel creating aileron differential See example e Each aileron servo s travel when actuated as a flap is separately adjustable e The separate FLAPERON settings for each condition can be set GLID NOTE Activating flaperons only makes the ailerons work as ailerons and tells the radio how far you want them to move as flaps If desired you then activate other programming that moves them as flaps FLAP TRIM is the flap trimming feature that allows the flaps to move in reaction to the channel 6 control It is meant only for trimming the flaps center but can also be used as full flap control See p 53 AIRBRAKE is a feature that drops flaperons as flap and also compensates with elevator if desired See p 63 ELEWATOR FLAP would add elevator mixing into the flap movement from the flap dial after FLAP TRIM is activated GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate twin aileron servos FLAPERON Open the FLAPERON function for 1 second If BASIC again KON Input 10 less down travel than up to FLAPERON travel aileron differential within the Activate the function to MIK to ACT FLAPERON programming Decrease right Optional adjust the up down travel to AIL AILERON STICK aileron is down travel to
184. t support a 5 channel helicopter The 1OCAG and 10CHG radios both contain all needed programming The 10CHG has a more heli friendly layout through switch positioning and no ratchet on throttle for easier hovering HI LO PIT HELI may be used to adjust pitch curves high and low side in flight ccccccccccssssesesescsesecsesesesesscsesesesenees 105 High Rate See D R EXP Hover to maintain a stationary position relative to a point on the ground HOVERING PITCH see Hovering setups HOVERING THROTTLE sce Hovering setups Hovering setups in flight adjustments to pitch and throttle curves around center THROTTLE STICK position the ideal hovering POE runner nra a ae poueh easteasdonseplelnanstoasen does ugriuasesnges a a aa Saws Soesbobiaguieseeee laa nasnl Taa aaaea 104 Idle management varying settings and control of the modelis idle Ex using IDLE DOWN to lower engine s idle point for landings and certain maneuvers using THR CUT function to safely and accurately shut the engine off as needed without requiring constant adjustment of throttle trims cccecceccceeseesseessececeseceseceeeeeseecseecsecnseceseeeeeeeseecseecseceseeneeseeeeaeeeeeceeeaeees 40 IDLE DOWN offset mix that slows the engineis idle point decreasing the amount of travel of the throttle servo when at low THROTTLE STICK POSITION Typically used to keep the model sitting still on the runway prior to take off for slow aerobatic maneuvers such as spins and for lan
185. ter to land safely without engine power using the stored energy in the bladeis rotation to produce lift for flaring AUK CH Auxiliary channel setup Used to assign which KNOBS SWITCHES SLIDERS control channels 5 10 Includes channels 9 10 servo reverse Also allows assignment of a channel to mixing only assigned as NULL with no primary control 46 Backup battery battery used to protect data storage in case of removal of master transmitter battery In most Futaba radios including the 10CG EEPROM data storage is used so no backup battery is used or needed BACKUP ERROR transmitter s hard coded memory has been lost Send for service immediately cccccccccseessseeeeseteeees 24 Base Loaded antenna also called Whip antenna Aftermarket equipment not approved by Futaba Basic model setups guidelines to setting up the most basic models of each type cccceeeeeee ACRO 27 GLID 76 HELI 90 BASIC menus Specific menus with most commonly used features for each model type ACRO 30 GLID 78 HELI 93 Battery care and charging Charging the Ni Cd batteries ceceececesseeseeeeceseeseeseeeececeaecaeeeeceeeeaecaaeeaeeseeaecaeeaeeaeeerenaeeaeeas 15 Battery FailSafe determines how the receiver indicates an airborne pack low battery warning Defaults 56 throttle requires throttle to idle to override To adjust the warning point set a THROTTLE STICK POSITION in FI 50 BEEP tone emitted b
186. th one being heading hold AVCS and the other being normal mode The pitch curve will likely be similar to the normal curve above e Idle up 3 Collective pitch curve that results in points 1 4 and 7 providing 8 to 10 0 8 to 10 degrees A throttle curve of 100 75 62 5 50 62 5 75 100 to provide full throttle for inverted maneuvers e Throttle Hold pitch curve Start with the normal pitch curve for inverted autos start from the idle up 3 pitch curve but increase the last point approximately 1 2 if available to ensure sufficient pitch at landing These default recommendations assume you are doing forward flight If you are just learning please follow your instructor s guidance Some instructors like a 1 base point for training so that the helicopter comes down very slowly even if your instincts pull the throttle collective stick to the bottom in a hurry Adjustability e Normal condition curves are editable in the BASIC menu for convenience e All curves may be adjusted in the ADVANCE menu e Automatically selected with the proper condition e The idle up curves are programmed to maintain constant RPM even when the collective pitch is reduced during flight including inverted e To change which condition s curve is being edited cursor up to COND gt and change the curve named e For clarity the name of the condition currently active switched on in the radio is shown in parentheses behind name of condition whose
187. the LED when turning on the receiver If possible ensure that there s no FASST transmitter in operation near the receiver When the receiver is turned on Red when on Normal mode eGreen and Red makes Orange when on High Speed mode After two 2 seconds change to Red If there are some FASST transmitters turned on near the receiver the LED may show the above status for a brief moment before changing to the status indication as shown in the LED indication table above 20 Link Procedure T10CG transmitter R6008HS or R6014HS receiver Each transmitter has an individually assigned unique ID code In order to start operation the receiver must be linked with the ID code of the transmitter with which it is being paired Once the link is made the ID code is stored in the receiver and no further linking is necessary unless the receiver is to be used with another transmitter When you purchase additional R6008HS R6014HS receivers this procedure is necessary otherwise the receiver will not work 1 Place the transmitter and the receiver close to each other within one 1 meter see AA 2 Turn on the transmitter ae 1 ore than 2 sec 3 Check the LED that is placed on the front side of the transmitter to see if the Press and Hold time RF signal is active When the blue LED is ON solid the RF signal is being sent Function Nofunction Reclink ID set 4 Turn on the receiver 5 Press down the Link Mode switch fo
188. the model to change altitude when the rotor is tilted by aileron elevator and rudder controls s ss nsessnsossesenssesesseeseeseestessssesssesesstessssensrssesses 96 Throttle trim adjustment see ATL to change throttle trim from idle only to full trim control like all other channels See THR REW to reverse THROTTLE STICK completely including moving trim to the top of the THROTTLE STICK See also Idle management for details on idle down and throttle cut functions TIMER adjust the timer functions used to keep track of flight time on a tank of fuel etc The trigger to turn timers on off MAY DE PLO STAINS seein cescss2 case haseae snscaeeapeatlaasetaesseetabatenes het au edereateasoaphessaeeseasaeanessesas uoesedes cag cayeetaaenteatese gncdteiasodeeaseieeast 45 TRAINER software that allows two radios to be connected via trainer cord giving student control of all or some of the channels of the aircraft at the flip of a switch FUNG trainer mode allows student to use mixing in the master transmitter for example dual rates exponential fly a 5 channel helicopter with a 4 channel buddy box etc 0 eceseeeeseeceeeeeeeeeeeeseens 47 Trainer box stripped down radio system which does not have the ability to transmit is used only as a student s radio when instructing while using a trainer cord and the trainer programming Trainer cord cord used to connect two compatible radios to use for flight instruction See Accessories T
189. the servoslyou can set high rates to be triggered to D R gt respond similarly around center stick when the stick moves past a certain e i for a more comfortable feel point To test this set aileron high rate AILERON STICK to 25 to 25 Now set switch assignment to amp AILERON STICK to 25 Many modelers like to set up all 3 triple AZL 90 Move AILERON STICK rates on a single 3 position switch to the right and notice the huge jump in Sc AILERON STICK and watch creating a slow and pretty mode travel after the stick moves 90 of its S reen graph See the change a normal mode and a wild stunts distance You may also change the trigger point mode all with the flip of a single by holding the stick at the desired point switch To do so simply set up rates then pressing and holding the DIAL for all 3 controls and assign all 3 to the Set each rate s ENP to EXP gt Ut C to up position Confirm EXP reads 0 The 3D rate extreme aerobatics has a very high distance of travel nearly twice same 3 position switch Ex 0 15 40 fe C to down position AILERON STICK to 15 AILERON STICK to 15 C to center position repeat to set low rate expo to 40 Repeat above steps for elevator and rudder Close Where next Set up flight timers see p 45 Set up TRAINER functions see p 47 Adjust the sensitivity of the trims see p 48 Set up twin ail
190. tion is inhibited then AIL1 and AIL2 settings will have no effect e If AIL DIFF is active then CH1 and CH7 may be independently adjusted e Normally both ailerons are raised equally in BUTTERFLY and the elevator motion is set to maintain trim when the ailerons rise Different amounts may be set for each aileron to correct for torque reactions and other unique characteristics of the model N Be sure you understand what dropping ailerons will do when in BUTTERFLY Along with creating an enormous amount of drag desireble for spot landings this also creates wash in a higher angle of attack where the ailerons are and encourages tip stalling If you are using this for aerobatic performance and not sudden stops consider raising the ailerons and dropping the flaps instead as shown in the diagram above 87 GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate BUTTERFLY Open the BUTTERFLY function for 1 second If BASIC again os the aileron and flap travel naan to BUTTERFLY OF Activate the function Ut SWITCH A in up position penn bamo wak Elevator settings are adjustable in the B FLY ELE Adjust the travels as needed to Ald to 75 Ex Ailerons each 75 Flap 75 Mix switch is selectable to FLAP to 75 to MLZ to 75 Where next View additional model setups on the internet www futaba re com faq Channel 3 s function selection CONDITION FUNCTION CCOMDITIOH FUNCT TOW s
191. to POINT 1 to 8 blade pitch Apply throttle until the Open the REVO NORM function e tel to REWO NORM CY model sits light on its skids Adjust Adjust the first point Ex 4 base point of REVO until model does not to MIK to ON rotate its nose at all to POINT 1 6 to 4 Hover point Adjust collective pitch Adjust THR CURW NOR Repeat above as needed curve to 5 degrees Ease heli into a Adjust PIT CURW NOR Repeat above as needed hover Land shut engine off Adjust ihrotile cuties and rudder trini Repeat Adjust REVO NORM Repeat above as needed until model hovers smoothly at hal throttle Rapidly apply throttle from 1 4 to 1 2 stick Adjust REVO points 2 and 3 until the model does not rotate its nose up on throttle application High point Adjust collective pitch Adjust THR CURW NOR Repeat above as needed curve to 8 to 10 degrees From hover Adjust PIT CURW NOR Repeat above as needed throttle up rapidly If engine bogs m froreane E E E Ir enciae Adjust REVO NORM Repeat above as needed over revs increase the collective pitch curve at points 6 or 7 Apply full throttle while hovering then descend back to a hover Adjust REWO until the nose does not change heading Where next GYRO function see p 107 Adjust HOW THR and HOW PIT if needed see p 104 Setting up Throttle Hold see p 99 Setting up idle ups 1 2 and 3 Throttle and collective pitch curves and revo
192. to any master See Programmable mix PA2 Pilot Assist Optional onboard device that uses optical sensors to correct modelis orientation to upright PARAMETER submenu sets specific parameters Includes reset type modulation second aileron servo setup and ATL 33 Peak Charger charger that automatically stops charging when the battery is fully charged commonly called peaked See Battery care and charging Piezo gyro gyro that uses a piezo crystal to sense angular changes See Gyros and Governors Pitch to rudder mix see REWO PITCH CURWE HELI curve that sets the response of the collective pitch servo s to movement of the throttle collective STICK Independently adjustable in the normal flight mode one for each of the three idle ups and one for throttle hold Adjusted to provide ideal blade response for various types of maneuvers being performed For simplicity the normal condition s curve may be set in the BASIC menu All five curves are also adjustable in the ADWANCE menu 0 99 PPM Pulse Position Modulation Type of signal transmission Programmable mix used to cause specific servo responses to specific inputs separate from the basic control setups Includes extensive definitions of types and examples ccceccccccccssecsscessceeeceeeecscecseecseceseceeeeeeeeseeessecaecuseeseeseeeeaeeeeeseenaeens 68 Range check or test to test the transmitteris control over the model at a specific distance as a prec
193. to set omei Ex elevator to SWITCH G L6 to center position with 3 positions g A poses Repeat steps above to set 3rd rate Move flap control from the VR A dial In the BASIC menu open AUX CH to AUN CH to choose AUK CH to the left slider VR D AUX CH Choose GHE flap to CHG Dae Change primary control to VR D A to VRID Change other channels as needed i Repeat as required Return to the home screen m END Where next Other functions you may wish to set up for your model TRAINER p 47 Multiple wing or tail servos See wing types and tail types p 51 56 OFFSETS BUTTERFLY AIRBRAKE crow and other programmable mixes p 61 Retractable Gear Smoke systems kill switches and other auxiliary channel setups p 46 Adjusting SUB TRIMS to match servo centers p 49 77 A LOOK AT THE RADIO S GLID SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS STEP BY STEP Those functions which are identical to the AGRO setups are referred directly to those pages MODEL TYPE This function of the PARAMETER submenu is used to select the type of model programming to be used GLIDER TYPES GLID 1A 1F GLID 2A 1F GLID 2A 2F FLAPERON AIL2 AIL2 FLP1 AIL1 AIL2 AIL1 CH7 FIP CH1 CH7 CH6 CH5 CH1 AlL1 FLP1 FLP2 CH6 CH6 CH1 Before doing anything else to set up a glider or sailplane first you must decide which MODEL TYPE best fits your aircraft e ACRO for some aerobatic slope gliders AGRO is a bette
194. tone Otome tone Otome to IDL2 Adjust trim settings as needed to RUDD to 8 Ex rudder to 8 Close menus and confirm difference in trims between normal and idle up 2 aa E TAEA or G T10CAG from NORMAL to IDL2 Check that rudder trim changes Where next DELAY see p 103 THR HOLD see p 99 Setting up the Idle Ups Throttle and Collective pitch Curves and Revo Mixing THR CURVE PIT CURVE REWO MIX for idle ups see p 101 102 DELAY The Delay function provides a smooth transition between the trim positions whenever OFFSET REVO MIXING or THROTTLE HOLD functions are turned on and off DELAY Adjustability e Separate delay times are available for aileron elevator rudder throttle and FATE AILE HEIE OFF itch ELEW COFF pred i RUDO Bx COFF e With a 50 delay setting the servo takes about a half second to move to its z new position quite a long time DER a a e In general delays of approximately 10 15 are sufficient GOAL of EXAMPLE INPUTS Set up a delay on all channels to ease Open the DELAY function for 1 second If BASIC again the transition from one flight condition to DELAY lay Adjust AILE response as needed Ex to 8 aileron to 8 Repeat for other channels to ELEV Repeat step above to another so there are no hard jumps Close menus and confirm slowed ASMNING G E T10CHG or G T10CAG from NORMAL to
195. travel than down travel for straighter rolls aileron differential see glossary for definition e Using the two ailerons not only as ailerons but also as flaps in which case they are called flaperons e Set a negative percentage to reverse the operation of one of the servos Options FLAPERON Uses CH6 for the second servo Allows flap action as well as aileron action from the ailerons Provides FLAP TRIM function to adjust the neutral point of the flaperons for level flight Also allows aileron differential in its own programming instead of activating AlL DIFF e Aileron Differential AIL DIFF Uses CH7 for the 2nd servo Leaves CH5 amp CH6 free for flap operation such as flaperon and flap action together in AIRBRAKE sce p 63 Allows for more up aileron travel than down for straighter rolls You will need to choose either of FLAPERON or AIL DIFF for your model s setup If you need the ailerons to also operate as flaps you will most likely want to use FLAPERON If your model has 2 aileron servos and flaps then AIL DIFF is probably the easiest choice For details on setting up a complex aerobatic plane such as one with 4 wing servos using full span ailerons and full span flaps as well as AIRBRAKE crow and other features please visit our FAQ at www futaba re com faq Many other setup examples are also available at this site NOTE Only one of the three wing type functions FLAPERON AIL DIFF and ELEVON can be used at a
196. travel with END POINT see p 39 Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EKP see p 42 32 PARAMETER submenu sets those parameters you would likely set once and then not disturb again Once you have selected the correct model you wish to work with the next step is setting up the proper parameters for this specific model FARAMETER lt 172 gt What is the model s type RESET HE e What type is the receiver s modulation 2 46 10CH or 2 4G 70H TYPE ACROBATIC e Does the model have a normal throttle on channel 3 or do you need full range AILE 2 CH6or7 no trim on channel 3 ATL MODUL e2 dG 18CH e GLID only The separate THR REV settings for each model can be set ATLPOM ee nian ACRO First it is important to clear out any old settings in the memory from prior use using the MODEL RESET ee eS 12 MODEL RESET completely resets all data in the individual model you have currently selected Don t worry there is no way you can accidentally delete all pa C DRE models in your radio with this function Only a service center can completely 1 6 reset your radio s entire memory at once To delete each model in your radio s MODUL H2 dG 16CH memory for example when selling you must SELECT each model reset that ATLROM THR REWWFHOR memory then go SELECT the next memory etc GLID Note that when you COPY one model memory into another or change the model s type you need not delete all existi
197. ttings please see the following Adjustability e Separate adjustments for each aileron elevator rudder and flap servo for each CCONDPITIOH pene ie swW Pos condition START Hika FE FDOWH SWITCH G 10CAG or E 10CHG is programmed for NORMAL START and SPEEDRINH E HJP SPEED trims SWITCH C is programmed for DISTANCE and LANDING trims The ETSTANCERINH PC FCENTER switch position assignment is adjustable CONDITION FUNCTION LANG INGRINH C FEOWH e TRIM item Digital trim operation mode ARBK FUHCRSTICK NORM normal trim operation mode MIK offset rate trim operation mode while mixing is on CCAMBER MIK e Optional assignable knob CAMBER MIK to allow trimming in flight of the T xi NORMLe ti ER START aileron and flap action of each flight condition z o3 SPEED tht 3a DISTA During OFFSET operation the aileron and elevator travels are displayed on each ELEN p Say gt LANDI trim display in the Startup screen WERHULL PRER GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up a START to gain maximum Open OFFSET function for 1 second If BASIC again possible lift on launch z Each Aileron 50 to OFFSET Each Flap 100 Switch to the START condition Ms G 10CA or E 10CH from Elevator 5 to compensate NORMAL to START Set the rates Ex MILT and 2 50 FLP1 to AILI to 50 SWITCH 10CAG G 10CHG E and 2 100 ELEV 5 Note switch is assignable CONDITION
198. ue of 10 20 Secure the fuselage engine running Set the THROTTLE STICK to idle Adjust the IDLE DOWN rate while flipping the switch ON and OFF until the desired idle is achieved Be sure to throttle up periodically to allow the engine to clean out and idle reliably Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 40 Throttle cut THR CUT ACRO HELI provides an easy way to stop the engine by flipping a switch with THROTTLE STICK at idle The movement is largest at idle and disappears at high throttle to avoid accidental dead sticks In HELI there is an additional setting THR HOLD See p 99 THROTTLE CUT The switch s location and direction must be chosen It defaults to NULL to avoid MIX PINH accidentally assigning it to a switch which might result in an unintentional dead RATE HEA stick in flight Please see IDLE DOWN and THR CUT on p 40 Sh kSuA POST PHILL to MK to SW to to SWITCH C in the center and down to POSI to DOWN positions With THROTTLE STICK at idle adjust fs C to down position the rate until the engine consistently shuts off but throttle linkage is not ARO OER binding to RATE until shuts off Close Where next Set up dual triple rates and exponential D R EKP see p 42 Set up TRAINER functions see p 47 Set up twin aileron servos see p 51 Set up twin elevator servos see p 57 Normally a setting of 10 20 is
199. unction to MIK to ON Set the rate Ex 100 each way to FLPI RUDDER STICK to 25 RUDDER STICK to 25 Repeat as needed ee l ELEW FLAP mixing See p 62 BUTTERFLY See p 63 Use a mix to OFFSET the flaps a set distance on a specified switch see p 68 View additional model setups on the internet www futaba rc com faq 81 AILE FLAP GLID 2A 2F only CAILE FLAF This pre programmed mix is used to create full span aileron action on a glider MIHIHH HORML with 4wing servos This increases the roll rate and decreases induced drag eLa tk START For normal flying a value of about 50 is often used For slope racing or F3B FLP iF a EEE SPEED i i 0 FLF Ot E GISTA models in speed runs you may wish to use a larger value approaching 100 SIPEG PAREI POST FHULL Adjustability e RATE range of 100 to 100 Negative setting would result in opposite aileron action from flaps e SWITCH A H fully assignable Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 e POSITION fully assignable including NULL mix always on and UpaCntr and CntraDn to activate the mix in 2 separate positions of the same SWITCH e Condition The separate AILE FLAP settings for each flight condition can be set GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS ixi for 1 second If BASIC again tol00 for maximum possible flap e aE re travel with ailerons Assign to SWITCH se 5 page o j 5 C center
200. vers for retractable landing gear may be operated separately from landing gear on some models 74 GLD model type glidet rasnita na TOOT Ot CO Se ee eC aa 75 Governor electronic device that reads the speed at which the head is spinning and adjusts the throttle servo to maintain 113 the desired speed GOVERNOR HELI programming which eases the setup of the GV 1 governor c cscsescssscsescssssssesssssssesesesesesessssssaaaeeees 106 GV 1 part number name for Futaba s electronic governor See Gyros and Governors and GOVERNOR for details Gyro gyroscope equipment that senses change in direction and provides input to compensate for that change For description of aircraft use see p 66 For description of types and helicopter use see GYRO SENS GYRO SENS ACRO HELI gyro sensitivity programming designed to ease the setup and use of gyroscopes on model airplanes and helicopters Manual pages include extensive descriptions Of gyro types ceceecceeseeeseetseeseeteeteeeeeens 73 106 Gry 0S GOVETNOTS A Mada tedlasoatedvizesdavante daaesacesse Suen tess suades ad A teeteacesteae 106 Heading hold gyro gyro that specifically measures the unwanted deflection angle and compensates until a corresponding angle has been returned See Gyros and Governors HELI model type rotary wing See MODEL TYPE Helicopter radio transmitter that includes helicopter friendly switch and control layout and sufficient programming to at leas
201. vo to increase decrease the flow of smoke fluid into the specialized smoke muffler The oil is heated in the muffler creating smoke It is a good practice to set up a safety that shuts off the smoke oil if the throttle is lowered below half stick For a detailed example of a smoke system setup please visit our website www futaba re com faq Kill Switches For safety reasons it is strongly recommended that an electronic kill switch be installed in all gasoline powered aircraft In case of any type of in flight problem such as prop failure exhaust vibrating off throttle servo failure radio interference the modeler can shut the engine off quickly and safely in flight Additionally FailSafe F S settings are recommended to shut the engine off in case of sufficient interference to trigger the FailSafe settings Lastly an electronic kill switch set to off prior to the aircraft s power being shut off adds an additional safety should someone accidentally turn on the mechanical kill switch on the exterior of the model Bomb Drops Paratroopers and other Released Items Many sport and scale models include one or more of these fun add ons Typically all are controlled by a simple micro switch plugged into CH9 or CH10 The switch is assigned in AUX CH 74 GLIDER MODEL FUNCTIONS Please note that nearly all of the BASIC menu functions are the same for airplane ACRO setup sailplane GLID 1A 1F 2A 1F 2A 2F setups and helicopter HELI
202. we are using a feature s specialized name or abbreviation as seen on the screen of the 10CG that name feature or abbreviation will be exactly as seen on the radio s screen including capitalization and shown in a DIFFERENT TYPE STYLE for clarity Any time we mention a specific control on the radio itself such as moving SWITCH A KNOB VR B or the THROTTLE STICK those words will be displayed as they are here TRANSMITTER e Large graphic liquid crystal display panel with two buttons a cursor lever and an easy set up turn and press dial for quick easy setup e All transmitters include all three aircraft types with specialized programming for each including e Airplane ACRO e V TAIL e Twin Aileron Servos FLAPERON and AIL DIFF e Gyro Mixing ELEVON e Twin Elevator Servos AILEVATOR e AIRBRAKE e Snap Roll 4 separate directions available e Helicopter 8 swashplate types including CCPM see page 93 HELI e 3 Idle Ups e Throttle and Pitch Curves per Condition e Revo Mixing e Gyro Mixing including Separate Settings per Condition e Delay e Governor Mixing e Sailplane Glider 3 wing types GLID 1AIL 1FLP 2AIL 1FLP 2AIL 2FLP V TAIL e Twin Ailerons FLAPERON and AlL DIFF e 5 Flight Conditions Normal Start ELEWON e Crow BUTTERFLY Speed Distance Landing e OFFSET 5 conditions e BASIE menu for quick easy set up of less complex models e ADVANCE menu for more complex unique setups e Four electronic TRIM LEVE
203. when going to THR HOLD resulting in an improper rudder offset and the model pirouetting GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Set up throttle hold ion for 1 second If BASIC again to THR HOLD Cy Determine desired throttle position of Activate the function to MK to OFF the idling engine turn on THR HOLD and cet desired engine position to POSI to desired percent adjust percentage as required to reach Where next PIT CURVE for THR HOLD see p 101 DELAY for THR HOLD to ease collective pitch response see p 103 GYRO setup see p 107 Setting up the Idle Ups Throttle and Collective pitch Curves and Revo Mixing TH CURVE PIT CURWE REVO MIX for idle ups see p 101 D R EXP sce p 42 99 THR CURVE and PIT CURVE These 7 point curves are utilized to best match the blade collective pitch to the engine RPM for consistent load on the engine Curves are separately adjustable for normal idle up 1 idle up 2 and idle up 3 In addition a separate collective pitch curve is available for throttle hold Sample curves are displayed in the appropriate setup types ex normal flight condition p 97 for clarity Suggested defaults e Normal Collective pitch curve that results in points 1 4 and 7 providing 4 5 8 to 10 degrees pitch A throttle curve setting of 0 25 36 50 62 5 75 100 e Idle ups 1 amp 2 Idle ups 1 and 2 are typically the same except for the gyro settings wi
204. would also reverse the aileron and elevator operations Changing the collective pitch rate however from 50 to 50 will reverse the collective pitch without affecting the aileron action CHECKING FOR PROPER MOTION ON AN HR3 SWASHPLATE HRS Swash Type PROPER MOTION WRONG MOTION HOW TO FIX AILERON STICK Swashplate tilts right Swashplate tilts left Reverse All setting in SWASH Back of swashplate moves Ch6 servo moves incorrectly ELEVATOR STICK Front of swash plate moves Swashplate moves eee eal down back of swashplatelopposite ex 90 to 50 moves up Entire swashplate moves up REWERSE RUDDER STICK The leading edges of tail Blades rotated right REVERSE the rudder servo THROTTLE STICK Entire Swashplate lifts Swashplate lowers Reverse PIT setting in SWASH GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Adjust the travel of the collective pitch Open SWASH AFR function for 1 second If ADVANCE again 599 235 i A Zi from 50 to 23 reversing the travel to SWASH AFR of all 3 servos and decreasing their travel in collective pitch only on an Adjust PITE travel to 23 to PTC to 23 HRS SWASH TYPE Close the mieni Where next Confirm the swashplate is level at 0 travel Adjust arms if needed Apply full collective and check that the swashplate remained level If not adjust servo s travels as needed to correct END POINT see p 39 Set up the normal condition THR CURW NOR PIT CURV NOR REVO NORM
205. x RUDI k 50 NOTE If W TAIL is active you cannot activate ELEVON or AILEVATOR functions If one of these functions is active an error message will be displayed and you must deactivate the last function prior to activating ELEVON See the wing example on page 51 NOTE Be sure to move the elevator and rudder sticks regularly while checking the servo motions If a large value of travel is specified when the sticks are moved at the same time the controls may bind or run out of travel Decrease the travel until no binding occurs Adjustability e Requires use of CH2 and CH4 e Independently adjustable travels allow for differences in servo travels e Rudder differential is not available To create rudder differential set RUDI and 2 to 0 Next use two programmable mixes RUD ELE and RUD RUD setting different percentages for up and down These are your new rudder travels Trim and link off switch assignment null so you can t accidentally turn off rudder See PROG MIK p 68 For details on setting up a complex plane such as one with a v tail AND a separate steerable nosewheel please visit our FAQ at www futaba rc com faq Many other setup examples are also available at this location GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Activate V TAIL Open the W TAIL function for 1 second If BASIC again to V TAIL C Adjust left elevator servo to 95 travel 7 VTL to match to right servo s travel Activate the function
206. y transmitter to signify a variety of situations See Error messages Binding friction in a joint exceeding the movement of the linkage Sticking or inability to continue movement The servo continues to attempt to move the surface beyond its power capabilities rapidly draining battery power as it continues to struggle Brake flap mixing GLID Three mixes brake flap to elevator to aileron and to speed flaps 1 compensate for unwanted reaction to lowering the brake flap 2 increase brake flap area by including the flaperons and 3 add lift to increase maneuverability Not a pre programmed mix See Programmable mix Buddy Box see Trainer box BUTTERFLY GLID also called crow AIRBRAKE ACRO Activates up flaperons and down flaps for gliding speed control without spoilers or airbrakes Note More adjustable programming is available in ACRO AIRBRAKE 0 0 63 CAMBER FLAP GLID assigns the primary flap control to allow trimming in flight of the flap action The up down travel of each flap can be adjusted independently Also the center position of flap servo can be offset 0 eee eceeeeteeteeteeeeeeeeneens 86 CAMBER MIX GLID adjusts the mixing rate of camber operation which operates the wing camber ailerons and flaps in the negative and positive directions The aileron flap and elevator rates can also be adjusted independently and attitude changes caused by camber operation can be Corrected ececcecce
207. you can not use THR CURVE d HEER 55 4 function simultaneously u 599 82 StS 27 5 PEG owe 25 8 25 0 Adjustability e Separate curves for each switch position are available e Moving and deleting the curve point The curve point SIK can be moved to the left or right by turning the DIAL up to 2 in front of the adjoining point and deleted returned by pressing the DIAL for one second alternately GOAL of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS Base point Adjust base point of throttle Open the THR CURVE function Q00 for 1 second If BASIC again curve until engine idles reliably to THR CURVE S 0Ut output servo position Activate the function to MIX to ON f e Adjust the first point to point 1 out to desired pee ee eee ee le servo position Optional Assign the switch to SW 8 to desired switch Optional Move the curve point to point 3 StK S to desired Ex point 3 curve point to move to left or right Optional Delete the curve point to point 3 StK FY for one And return the curve point second to delete the curve point Ex point 3 A z CEF to point 3 stk CY for one second to return Adjust the next point Repeat as needed 67 LINEAR PROGRAMMABLE MIXES PROG MIK1 4 EFROG MI 1 8 Your 10CG contains four separate linear programmable mixes Note that mixer 5 8 s mixing RATES are set with a 5 point curve HELI has mixer 5 6 s mixing
208. ys on Also LOGIC SW Lsw1 to 3 may be assigned Set up LOGIC SW See p 38 e Inversely proportional to THROTTLE STICK provides a proportional increase in amount of airbrake action as THROTTLE STICK is lowered when SWITCH A assignable is in the down position Includes selectable stick position where airbrake begins If you would like to have the airbrake be directly proportional to throttle stick you will need to reverse the THR REV function Note that this changes the throttle stick direction for all models See page 38 for instructions e Elevator settings adjustable in the B FLY ELE CB FLY ELEM MIIL B FLY ELE links elevator with the BUTTERFLY function Elevator rate is adjustable Sei ces in a 3 point curve MICHE 553 Point 1 PRESET point Fixed EHD og p 95 Y Point 2 MID point Position and rate are adjustable i Point 3 END point Position and rate are adjustable PETRUK Ss e Delayed reaction You can suppress sudden changes in your model s attitude when BUTTERFLY is activated by setting the delay DELAY item to slow down the elevator response allowing the flaps ailerons elevator to all reach their desired end point together A setting of 100 slows the servo to take approximately one second to travel the prescribed distance e Channels controlled Twin ailerons flap and spoiler may be set independently in BUTTERFLY including setting to 0 to have no effect e Twin aileron servos If AIL DIFF func

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