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1. RATE I 25 ROLL FACTOR RATE 3 Set the Roll setting as percent value of the overall gain For symmetric Copters the value can be 100 If because of its gravity centre the Copter is more agile on the Roll axis than on the Nick axis then you can change here the roll factor In the Graupner ALPHA RACE 250 Q this value is set about 6596 POWER2SENS Very strong drives can lead to oscillating at full throttle This parameter allows you to set a kind of gyro suppression High er values result in an increased gyro suppression towards full throttle Only for attitude mode ROLL NICK I Set the component of the Attitude mode At too low values the Copter swings slowly If it stops after a roll or pitch com mand and oscillates the value must be reduced 11 GR 18 Copter jh V1 Graupner 12 Step 5 Optional settings for Yaw Multicopter 2Yaw P Yaw I Yaw D Tawlus AGILITY Agility determines at what speed yaw rate a new position is occupied Only for Rate mode R N RATE I Sets the component of the rotation in rate mode At too low values of Copter swings slowly However it stops after a roll or pitch command and oscillates the value must be reduced RATE Sets the max potential rate of rotation in Rate mode Multicopter Yaw settings Yaw P Factor Standard setting 45 The P factor is responsible for the harder snap to yaw Higher values result in a faster engagement At too high P valu2. i LANGUAGE english accessing this menu is described in the operating instructions supplied with your transmitter or the Smart Box Low voltage warning ALARM VOLT If the receiver voltage falls below the set value a low voltage warning is generated by the transmitter s RF module in the form of the general alarm tone a regular beeping at a rate of about one per second alternatively the speech output mes sage Receiver voltage Temperature warning ALARM TEMP Ifthe receiver temperature exceeds the set temperature thresh old a warning is generated by the transmitter s RF module in the form of the general alarm tone a regular beeping at a rate of about one per second alternatively the speech output message Receiver temperature GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 Graupner Setting important only if servos are installed for particular functions Initialization by switching on Maximum altitude Max altitude At this point you can enter a maximum altitude at which an alarm is triggered either via the transmitter s RF module in the form of the general alarm tone a regular beeping at a rate of about one per second alternatively the speech output mes sage Height Note the model s actual height is adopted as zero when the receiver is switched on the indicated height is therefore the altitude relative to the launch point Cycle time PERIOD If your system is used exclusively with digital servos you
3. to protect the product but also for your own and other people s safe ty Therefore please read this section very carefully before using the product gt Do not leave the packaging material lying around this could be a dangerous toy for children Persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience or Knowledge or not capable to use safely the receiver must not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person The operation of radio controlled models must be learned If you have never driven such a model then start extra carefully and make sure to be familiar with the reactions of the model to the remote control commands Proceed responsibly Always carry on a first range test and function test on the ground hold the model tightly before your model is used Repeat the test with the motor running and with short bursts of throttle Before you start using the remote control model you have to check the further relevant laws and regulations These laws you must obey in every case Pay attention to the pos sibly different laws of the countries gt The insurance is mandatory for all kinds of model opera tion If you already have one check out whether the opera tion of the model is covered If applicable extend it to spe cial model liability insurance We recommend to provide the copter with a label where are indicated the name address tel n E m
4. INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGY Groupner User manual Hol T GR 18 receiver with Copterfirmware No 33579 CE Graupner Index IO AEE E AE 2 erar Pelo ORE m 3 SEC COMING naeh eek 3 Package COMMU nn 3 DOC USO o een 4 Technical Dita 4 Installation in The model Coptaer ttes 6 BINING oreca ta fe EUR RP Noo E 6 COMINGS CHONG fee t Tm y Receiver setting menu eese nennen nnne nnns 7 EVLOO eisen 8 Transmitter Pre sellNg essen 9 Malin Selig nn 9 AX S assigNnMEnt een 10 Roland NICK SEUNG asir C 11 Multicopter Yaw SOLlrit S secs oasa tae exuta pna nia aan 12 Firmware Update ses 13 B ecryuepkeuea eu o o 15 Notes for environmental protection ssssssss 16 LAU TOES a te etre ccc nadine hed rede TET 16 GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGIE Introduction Thank you very much for choosing a Graupner HOTT GYRO RECEIVER This receiver is extremely versatile Read this manual carefully to achieve the best results with your receiver and first of all to control safely your model If you experience any trouble during operation take the instructions to help or ask your dealer or Graupner Service Centre Due to technical changes the information may be changed in this manual without prior notice Be always updated by check ing periodically for news on our website www graupner de This product complies with national and European legal re quirements To maintain this condition a
5. ail and Insurance n So that the copter can be clearly assigned in the event of a crash For safety and CE certification the unauthorized conver sion and or modification of the product is not permitted They may only be used our recommended components and accessories Use only genuine matching Graupner con nectors of the same design and the same material Make sure that all connections are secure Do not pull on the cables when you unplug the connector GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 Groaupner Protect the receiver from dust dirt moisture and other for eign parts Do not expose this equipment to vibration and excessive heat or cold The remote control operation may be carried out only in normal ambient temperatures in a range from 10 C to 55 C Use all of your Hott components only with the latest Soft ware version If any questions arise that can not be ascertained with the help of the operating manual please contact us contact information see page 3 or another expert WARNING AN Pay attention even while programming that the connected motors do not start suddenly Injury risk by the turning pro pellers Avoid shock and pressure Check the receiver regularly for damages to the housings and cables after every flight Dam AURIE TET aged or wet electronic components even if re dried should GR 18 Camasa Ez no longer be used Vario 24au Installation in the model Copter The recei
6. allation and operation of the controller must be performed by experienced modellers If you do not have suf ficient knowledge about dealing with radio controlled models please contact an experienced modeller or a model club Features gt The Firmware is a specific Multicopter firmware The model type Surface Heli are not available The firmware for Surface Heli models can however be used Only one firmware can be used per time The receiver provides copter stabilization on 3 axes Natural flight performance Very good stabilization for aerobatic figures Easy adjusting of the gyro settings Parameters setting by the HoTT Telemetry Altitude sensor for vario and altitude Vv Vv YV 7V WW Technical Data Operating temperature 15 70 C Antennas 2 x wires 145 mm Total weight approx 14 g Frequency 2400 2483 5 MHz Range approx 4000 m Dimensions ca 46 x 21 x 14 mm Modulation 2 4 GHz FHSS Current consumption 70 mA Operating voltage 2 5 3 6 8 4 V Vv VV VV VV WT wv GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGIE Symbols explication Always follow the information marked with the CAUTION or WARNING symbol The signal word WARNING indicates the potential for serious injury the signal word CAUTION indicates potential minor injuries The NOTE indicates important information that should alert you to potential property damage Safety notes WARNING gt These safety instructions are intended not only
7. can set a cycle time frame rate of 10 ms at this point If your sys tem includes some or all analogue servos you should always select 20 ms aS many analogue servos cannot process the higher frame rate and may respond by jittering or growl ing Not important for connected speed controllers HoTT sum signal SUMD If you activate the digital sum signal at channel 8 a Sum signal containing eight channels is present at this socket instead of a servo signal The HoTT receiver configured as SUMD con stantly generates a digital sum signal from 8 control signals from the transmitter and makes this signal available at the ap propriate servo socket which is receiver specific At the time these instructions were revised this type of signal is used by several of the latest electronic developments in the area of flyoarless systems heavy duty airborne power supplies etc Telemetry sensor sensor at CH9 This socket allows you to use either for telemetry or for an ex tra channel 9 Note Both together is not possible Switch ing is done in this menu item gt lf you select Yes the socket is connected to the connec tion of a sensor gt Ifyou select No a jack is connected to the control chan nel 9 Gyro initialization After switching on the Copter the gyro is already active but not yet initialized To initialize it hold the Copter still after switch ing on The calibration will be done only when the receiver
8. ed and the signal orange The servo sockets of Graupner HoTT 2 4 receivers are numbered sequentially The socket for channel 8 K6 in GR 18 can also be programmed to deliver a digital sum signal see next section Power supply The receiver does not feature specific sockets for connect ing the battery We recommend that you connect the power supply to the socket s close to the servos already connected to the receiver If you wish to connect multiple separate bat teries the batteries must be of the same nominal voltage and capacity Never connect batteries of different type or packs of greatly differing states of charge as this can cause effects similar to a short circuit If you encounter this problem we recommend the use of a voltage stabiliser unit e g PRX 5A receiver power supply Order No 4136 between the batteries and the receiver Telemetry or channel T 9 socket The optional telemetry sensors are connected to the socket marked T T 9 Telemetry In addition the update is per formed on this socket see point 5 The socket can be used optionally for K9 see next section RECEIVER 0 81 gt Receiver setting menu gt ALARM VOLT 3 8U Se a a os ERE ALARM TEMP 78 C The receiver set up menu appears in the Telemetry menu aee E ie under SETTINGS DISPLAYS alternatively if you are using a SUMD at CHE No SMART BOX under SETTING amp DATAVIEW The method of Sensor at CH3 Ho i
9. el connections to the receiver for the different copter types motor and speed controller connection seen from the top In case of tricopter use only digital servos for servo 4 ft py TiL a N TriR D R L Servo direction J Servo 4 Yaw T Quadro X Quadro 4 ve Mode ESC settings for the learning of the controller the receiver K1 signal will be passed directly to the controller Normal is set for normal multicopter without clockwise rota tion Note For safety reason the Type and Mode changes take effect after switching off and on only for this parameter Which con GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 Graupner 10 Step 3 Axis assignment in the gyro Axis assignment HICK YAH sequence this parameter has to gas curve will be explained in next section MINPOWER The setting is principally used to prevent the motors shut down in flight Adjust so that the motors are running straight Under no circumstances unnecessarily high set this would limit the controller possibilities These are some internal chan nel 1 curves Mode normal Attitude Rate lt 95 Motors off from about minimum gas linear increase Note When in use with mode normal we suggest to pro gram a switch in the transmitter which can set channel 1 at least at 95 so that while fling you cannot stop completely the motors LOGGING Value 1 is the general attitude control rest as needed logs the corresponding servo to SD card f
10. es the copter starts to swing In this case the value must be reduced again Yaw Factor Standard setting 15 The I factor ensures constant rotations Start with low values and increase only as long until the rotations are constant Too high value cause an oscillation when you stop and possibly the motors can run higher This can lead to an undesirable rise Yaw D Factor Standard setting MIN The D factor affects the stopping behaviour in yaw In most Copters a hard D action is necessary The D component must be set as low as possible since it affects the whole system GR 18 Copter jh V1 INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGIE Firmware Update Updates to the receiver s firmware are made via the telemetry socket using a PC running Windows XP Vista or 7 You will also need a USB interface order no 7168 6 and adapter lead order no 7168 6A or 7168 S which are available separately The programs and files required can be found in the Down load area for the corresponding products at www graupner de Connect the adapter lead to the USB interface order no 7168 6 The connectors are reverse polarity protected note the small chamfers on the sides Never use force the con nectors should engage easily Connect the adapter lead to the receiver s telemetry socket The connectors are reverse polarity protected note the small chamfers on the sides Never use force the connectors should engage easily Starti
11. herheit gem 8 3 1 1 Artikel 3 1 2009 A1 2010 A12 Health and safety requirements pursuant to 3 1 1 Article 3 1 2011 a a EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 Schutzanforderungen in Bezug auf elektromagnetische EN 301 489 17 V2 1 1 Vertraglichkeit 3 1 2 Artikel 3 1 b Protection requirement concernig electromagnetic compatibility 3 1 2 Artikel 3 1 b EN 300 328 V1 8 1 Ma nahmen zur effizienten Nutzung des Frequenzspektrums 83 2 Artikel 3 2 Measures for the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum 3 2 Article 3 2 ce Kirchheim 17 April 2013 Ralf Helbing Gesch ftsf hrer Ralf Helbing Managing Director Graupner SJ GmbH HenriettenstraBe 96 D 73230 Kirchheim Teck Germany Tel 07021 722 0 Fax 07021 722 188 EMail info graupner de 33579 GR 18 3xG 3A Vario FCC ID SNL 16006100 C 33583 GR 24 PRO 3XG 3A 3M VARIO FCC ID SNL 16005800 GR 18 Copter jh V1 Graupner 16 Notes for environmental protection DISPOSAL NOTES The symbol on this product its operating instructions or pack aging gives notice that this product may not be discarded as common household waste at the end of its service life It must be turned over to a recycling collection point for electric and electronic apparatus The materials can be recycled according to their markings You make an important contribution to protection of the en vironment by utilizing facilities for reuse material recycling or o
12. is completely still After 3 seconds in still position you will hear beeps emitted by all motors The signal tone can variate depending on the esc model The beeps will stop when the calibration and ini tialization is complete Wait until the initialization is complete before you start the model The motors will not start until the calibration is complete GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 Step 1 Setting the flight mode Attitude or Rate mode Step 2 Main settings MULTICOFTER BASE lt gt STYPE QUADRO X MODE NORMAL MINFOHER x i LOGGING i CALIBR POSITION H INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGIE Transmitter pre setting In the transmitter it must be selected a free model memory the model type must be surface model and the channel 1 direction must be set so that in motor off position the power indicator must show 100 The flight mode must be set on channel 5 Then program a two way switch for channel 5 to control the flight mode Attitude mode Channel 5 100 to 0 The stick movement determinates the Copter reaction on Roll and Nick It allows a maximal angle of about 50 at 100 of stick movement Mode suggested for beginners The stick movements acts directly proportionally to Roll and Nick Rate mode Channel 5 0 to 100 The stick movement determinates the rate without angle limit Aerobatic mode that allows Rolls and Loopings Main settings Type Quadro x Quadro Hexa I Hexa V Tri L Tri R Chann
13. nd to ensure safe operation you must read and follow this user manual and the safety notes before using the product mabe NOTE This manual is part of that product It contains important in formation concerning operation and handling Keep these instructions for future reference Take this into consideration when you pass it on to other future owner Service centre Graupner SJ Zentralservice Servicehotline Graupner SJ GmbH S 49 0 7021 722 130 Henriettenstrasse 96 Mon Thu D 73230 Kirchheim Teck 7 30 am 9 00 am 9 15 am 4 00 pm Fri 9 00 am 1 00 pm For the sevice centres outside Germany please refere to our bew Graupner in Internet site www graupner de Package content gt HoTT Gyro receiver gt User manual GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 Groupner Intended use The receiver is only suitable for use with RC multicopter mod els More punctual information about receiver can be found in the Technical data section The receiver is designed exclusively to be used as a bat tery powered radio controlled model any other use is not allowed For any improper use no warranty or liability is ac cepted Read through this entire manual before you attempt to program or set the receiver Graupner SJ constantly works on the development of all prod ucts we reserve the right to change the item its technology and equipment Target group The receiver is not a toy It is not suitable for children under 14 years The inst
14. ng the Slowflyer Gyro receiver update We recommend accessing the Slowflyer Gyro receiver downloader program from the Firmware Up grade grStu dio program Click on the Receiver Downloader item under Link in the left function menu Alternatively select the Mi cro Receiver Upgrade under Menu It is also possible to start the associated application program directly by double clicking on the micro gyro swloader exe file You will find this exe file in the Graupner PC Soft ware folder of the HoTT Software VX package A program window will now appear in which you should first set the cor rect COM port for the USB interface order no 7168 6 in the selection window f micro software loader balak Datei Com Pot bd If you are not sure which port to use check the COM port in the Select Port window in the Menu of the Firmware_Up grade_grStudio and note down the COM port number for the Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge entry in this case COMO If you select the wrong port you will be alert ed to this when you read out the receiver data Click on File to load the corresponding firmware file named MicroStabi7X _V_XX bin from the hard disc XX stands for the version number GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 13 14 Groupner When the file has loaded click on start Kromma 0000000 tein Datei D Eigene Dateien Micro
15. or later evaluation and error analysis Settable values O No logging Telemetry display of Euler and yaw angle 1 Roll and Nick logging We suggest to set at least one function CALIBR POSITION With Calibr Position the acceleration sensors can be calibrated so that in attitude mode with stick and trim neutral the copter is precisely horizontally aligned For this purpose it is simply placed on absolute level surface and set the value to Yes Af ter a moment it jumps back to No and the calibration is done Do not forget to store disabling the field Axis assignment Setup Setup Yes No Assignment of the gyros and their operating direction In the receiver s Axis assign menu go to the Setup option and set it to Setup Yes Now assign the axes as follow Onthe transmitter briefly set the roll command fully to the right the roll axis is highlighted Roll the Copter more than 45 degrees to the right gt the identified axis with the required prefix is displayed the field is no longer highlighted and identification of this axis is complete gt Now do the same for nick on the transmitter briefly set the nick command so that it is fully forward Roll the Copter more than 45 degrees forwards the axis is displayed the field is no longer highlighted and identification of this axis is complete gt Finally complete the procedure for the yaw on the GR 18 Copter jh V1 INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGIE transmit
16. rec bin coma x connect the receiver and switch it on SQ microsofwareloder ec Datei D Eigene Dateien Microrec bin bertragung l uft The progress bar shows that the transfer is running normal ly The receiver LED lights up red and green during this pro cess and flashes red and green alternately once the transfer is complete Please refer to the detailed update instructions for the item in question in the Download area at www graupner de GR 18_Copter_jh_V1 INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGIE Declaration of conformity Konformitatserklarung gemaB dem Gesetz Uber Funkanlagen und Telekomunikationsendeinrichtungen FTEG und der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG R amp TTE Declaration of Conformity in accordiance with the Radio and Telecomunikations Terminal Equipment Act FTEG and Directive 1999 5 EG R amp TTE Graupner SJ GmbH HenriettenstraBe 96 D 73230 Kirchheim Teck erklart dass das Produkt GR 24 PRO 3xG 3A 3M Vario HoTT No 33583 declares that the product GR 18 3xG 3A Vario HoTT No 33579 Ger teklasse Equipment class den grundlegenden Anforderungen des 3 und den brigen einschl gigen Bestimmungen des FTEG Artikel 3 der R amp TTE entspricht complies with the essential requirements of 3 and the other relevant provisions of the FTEG Article 3 ofthe R amp TTE Directive Angewendete harmonisierte Normen Harmonised standards applied EN 60950 1 2006 A11 Gesundheit und Sic
17. ter briefly set the yaw command fully to the right Turn the Copter so that the nose turns more than 45 degrees to the right the axis is displayed the field is no longer highlighted and identification of this axis is complete The gyros and operating directions have now been assigned Now check to make sure that the operating directions are correct gt To do this remove the propeller of the copters and give approximately a quarter of gas all motors are running at the same speed Tilt the Copter in Attitude mode so that its nose is facing downwards gt the front motors must turn faster than back ones gt Tilt the Copter in Attitude mode to one side gt the motors of the side in witch you tilt the model must turn faster then the motors on the other side gt If one of the directions of operation is wrong you must repeat the axis assignment process Roll and Nick setting Optional setting for Roll and Nick For Attitude and Rate mode Multicopter RO NI lt gt ROLL NICK P eh P 56 Set this parameter in steps of 5 higher and higher until a me ROLL HICK D an ROLL FACTOR z dium speed overshoot occurs Then go 5 10 steps back in FOHERZSENS ner aT UKE Be order to prevent the soar up climb in case of full throttle ROLL NICK I ROLL NICK D AGILITY Now adjust well to the D component in steps of 5 until the Copter engages exactly on nick and roll A too high value eee le LE leads to very rapid oscillations RN
18. ther means of exploiting obsolete equipment Batteries must be removed from the unit and disposed of separately at an appropriate collection point Please inquire with local authorities about the responsible waste collection locations Warranty Graupner SJ GmbH Henriettenstrasse 96 73230 Kirchheim Teck Germany guarantees this product for a period of 24 months from date of purchase The guarantee applies only to such material or operational defects witch are present at the time of purchase of the product Damage due to wear over loading incompetent handling or the use of incorrect acces sories is not covered by the warranty The user s legal rights and claims under guarantee are not affected by this guaran tee Please check the product carefully for defects before you are make a claim or send the item to us since we are obliged to make a charge for our cost if the product is found to be free of faults The present construction or user manual is for information al purposes only and may be changed without prior notice The current version can be found on the Internet at www graupner de on the relevant product page In addition the company Graupner SJ GmbH has no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in construction or operation manuals No liability can be accepted for printing errors GR 18 Copter jh V1
19. ver must be placed in line with one side of the Cop ter secure it to the receiver holder The lower surface of the receiver must always be parallel to one of the copter sides Put some double sided tape on the bottom of the receiver and use the optimal double taped pads 88376 for Gr 18 S8377 for Gr 24 PRO Binding The binding is only possible if the receiver has not yet been binded to another transmitter red LED blinks Pushing the SET button the receiver will be set in Bind mode If you want to bind an already binded receiver to another memory follow the next steps gt Turn off the RF module in the Basic setting menu see transmitter s manual Switch on the receiver pushing the SET button to bring it in bind mode gt Start the binding in the Basic setting menu gt If within 10 seconds the red light turns off and the green LED will light the binding process was successful gt Your RC system is now ready for use gt If the red LED is still on it means that the binding process didn t work properly In this case repeat the procedure GR 18 Copter jh V1 INNOVATION amp TECHNOLOGIE Connections Connect the speed controllers or Servos to the row of sock ets on one end of the receiver The connectors are polarised note the small chamfers on one side Never use force the connectors should engage easily The polarity is also printed on the receiver the negative wire is brown the positive r
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