Futaba DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL RADIO CONTROL PCM1024ZA PCM1024ZH PULSE CODE MODULATION SYSTEM
Thank you for purchasing a Futaba digital proportional radio control set. Please read this manual carefully before using your set. ATTENTION: 1. Application of Product This product is not intended for use in any application other than for the control of models for hobby and recreational purposes. This product is subject to regulations of the Ministry of Radio/Telecommunications and is restricted under Japanese low to such purposes.
Manual Introductory Section TABLE OF CONTENTS System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 System Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Manual Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 FLYING SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Notable System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 PCM 1024Z System Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Power-On Screen Displays . . . . . . .
Manual Introductory Section Futaba's PCM 1024Z series of radio control systems is the most sophisticated available for aircraft, helicopters, and sailplanes. Inside this radio is the logic necessary to control virtually any aircraft imaginable (both transmitter types are programmed for all three aircraft). Built into the system are a number of menus designed to make it simple to tailor the system's programs for YOUR aircraft.
Manual Introductory Section INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting the Futaba® PCM1024Z Radio System. The design of this system has absolutely no compromises. You now possess a system that w i l l allow you to fly your model — airplane, helicopter, or sailplane — with the highest performance possible. With a / / the power in this system, setting up and adjusting is very simple.
Manual Introductory Section SYSTEM USAGE The PCM 1024Z system that you have just purchased has been designed to be the most versatile radio system possible. Because of this, a few words about the layout of the radio are called for.
Manual Introductory Section Startup Menu Shows during regular operation System Menu Settings that apply to all models in storage Model Menu 1 Settings for Model #1 Model Menu 2 Settings for Model #2 Model Menu 10 Settings for Model #10 Condition Menus Settings for all conditions for Model #1 Condition Menus Settings for all conditions for Model #2 Condition Menus Setting for all conditions for Model #10 Condition #1 Model #1 Condition #1 Model #2 Condition #1 Model #10 Condition #2 Model #1 Con
Manual Introductory Section MANUAL LAYOUT The instructions contained in this book are written in great detail so that you may easily understand the capabilities of your PCM 1024Z system. We recommend that you spend some time reading these instructions so that you can have a good feel of what the system can do. After this introduction are some words about safety and proper operation of your Futaba system.
Manual Introductory Section FLYING SAFETY Safety is very important when you are flying radio-controlled models. If you fail to follow the installation, setup, and operation instructions in this manual, or if you ignore warnings or rules set by others, you may cause the partial or total destruction of your radio control system, aircraft, and endanger yourself or other persons or property. You are responsible for safe operation of your model, and may be held liable for any damages your activities cause.
Manual Introductory Section If you are using the Synthesized transmitter module FP-TK-FSS, be sure that you know the transmitting frequency before switching on. If you don't know the frequency, hold the [A] or [ R ] key down as you switch on power. The transmitting frequency will be displayed but radio transmission is deactivated. Once you have determined the frequency, secure the appropriate frequency control device and turn on power to operate normally.
Manual Introductory Section PCM 1024Z NOTABLE SYSTEM FEATURES • The optional CAMPac memory module stores up to 10 model setups, and may be exchanged between different PCM 1024Z transmitters so that model data may be rapidly transferred, or backed up. • The telescoping antenna is stored within the transmitter, but when it is extended, it may be easily rotated in any direction using the spherical joint on the top of the transmitter case.
Manual Introductory Section PCM 1024Z SYSTEM CONTENTS Manual Introductory Section, Page 10
Manual Introductory Section POWER ON SCREEN DISPLAYS After the transmitter's power switch is turned on, the current model number and name is displayed (see next page for what happens on the initial turn-on). Check to verify it is the desired model, otherwise you will have to change it in the System menu. There may also be a caution message displayed for any special mix functions and/ or non-default flight condition switches that are turned on.
Manual Introductory Section WORKING WITH THE CAMPAC MEMORY MODULE The optional CAMPac Memory Module can be used to store model setup data separately from the transmitter. Its advanced electronic design needs no battery back-up power, so the CAMPac may be used to transfer data directly into another PCM 1024Z system.
Manual Introductory Section USING THE SOFT KEYS The soft keys are used to call up the different menus during operation and programming. For example, to call up the System Menu from the home screen shown above, press the Q key (next to the SYS label). Press the A to R keys that correspond with the function names to get to that particular function. Whenever a key is pressed, you will hear a confirmation beep.
Manual Introductory Section OPERATION WITHOUT RADIO TRAMSMISSION If you'd like to make some small corrections to a setup OR find out what frequency the Synthesizer module is set for without radiating AND without removing the transmitter RF module or using the DSC cable, you can do this by turning on the power switch while simultaneously holding the A or R keys. This may also be used to find out what frequency the synthesizer transmitter module will be using.
Manual Introductory Section SYSTEM STATUS AND ALARM DISPLAYS The PCM 1024Z System provides you with a number of indicators and displays to show you that your system is operating correctly. This section will explain each display's function ON AIR display and beep This display is turned on when radio waves are being transmitted. Enter ID No. display This display indicates when the security mode is set. In this case, model data cannot be changed. See the section on data protection to reset this display.
Manual Introductory Section USING YOUR FUTABA SYSTEM This section contains information on charging the batteries in your system, and installing the airborne components in your model. We will also tell you all the ways that you may customize your PCM 1024Z System mechanically, so it "feels right" in your hands. Then, we will show you all the features that are used by all the model types that may be controlled by the PCM 1024Z system.
Manual Introductory Section RADIO INSTALLATION Please observe the following precautions during the installation of the radio into your model and subsequent flying activities: Servo Installation Mount each servo snugly to a sturdy plywood servo tray or use the provided mounting trays. Use the supplied rubber grommets on the mounting ears, and tighten the screws to hold things snugly but try not to crush the grommets completely.
Manual Introductory Section CHARGING & DIRECT SERVO CONNECT OPERATION Battery Charging Your Futaba FP-9ZAP and -9ZAH system is equipped with rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium batteries. The figure shows the necessary connections for charging the transmitter and receiver battery packs. Both packs may be charged at the same time or they may be charged individually. The charging connections bypass the power switches, so the set will not operate even if switched on.
Manual Introductory Section STICK LENGTH ADJUSTMENT The sticks on your PCM 1024Z System feature non-slip ends, and the length may be adjusted to be most comfortable for the pilot. To change stick length, unlock the stick tip by turning counter- Non-Slip Stick Tip clockwise. Move the tip to the desired position, and then lock to length by moving the locking piece upwards counterclockwise.
Manual Introductory Section STICK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT For the comfort of the operator, the angle of the open gimbal sticks may be adjusted from 3 to the inside to 4.5° to the outside of the transmitter case. This angle is adjusted by rotating the adjustable screw as shown in the figure. Simply turn adjusting screw to change the stick angle in or out. ANTENNA ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Your PCM 1024Z system features an antenna that may easily be pivoted to a direction that you like.
Manual Introductory Section TRANSMITTER BATTERY REPLACEMENT The transmitter battery is easily removed and replaced, making it simple to have a spare battery pack for extended flying duration. Open the battery cover and remove the rechargeable battery pack by pulling outward on the ribbon. Be careful not to damage the battery cover or drop the battery pack.
Manual Introductory Section TRANSMITTER RF MODULE The PCM 1024Z transmitter is designed to work with either the FP-TK-FM or the FP-TK-FSS frequency-synthesized Radio Frequency ( R F ) modules. Other modules may not be used. It is normal for the module's temperature to rise during operation. To remove the module, press inwards on the top and bottom tabs and simultaneously pull the module away from the rear of the transmitter.
Manual Introductory Section FLIGHT CONDITION SWITCHING Flight control switching is among the most powerful features available in your PCM 1024Z system. It is a function that allows you to change virtually all the models' trims, mix settings, and responses with the flick of a switch — while your model is airborne! You can think of this as a means of switching between as many as eight different model setups as you desire. All the mixing and deflection angles can be changed during flight condition switching.
System Section SYSTEM MENU The following controls and menus are used for system-wide settings. These are settings that are stored for, or may be used for any and all of the different model setups stored in the PCM 1024Z's memory. To select any of these keys, first select the horizontal line containing the item you wish to select, using the B or C keys adjacent to the left-hand side of the screen. Then, select the desired item with the F to L keys underneath the display.
System Section MS L—MODEL SELECTION This function is used to load the settings of the available in the transmitter, and as many as 16 may desired model into the PCM 1024Z's memory. The be stored in the CAMPac. The CAMPac is not settings may be selected from either the trans- loaded with default models initially; they must be mitter's built-in memories, or from an optional loaded with the Copy Model [CPM] function. CAMPac.
System Section VLT—BATTERY VOLTAGE DISPLAY This function may be used to check the voltage of both the transmitter and receiver batteries with a high-accuracy digital voltmeter, which continuously displays the measured results. The table below indicates the measurement range of the voltmeter. The receiver battery may be tested with either no load, or a load of 250 or 500 mA current flow. Testing of the receiver battery requires a DSC cord (the transmitter is always connected internally).
System Section TAC—TACHOMETER The tachometer function in the PCM 1024Z Speed transmitter may be conveniently used to measure the rotational speed of any propeller or rotor blade, up to a maximum of 50,000 RPM. This is very useful for testing engine performance, rotor settings, etc. If you like, you may have the TAC display always appear on the Home screen. RPM Display Home Screen Display Indicator No. of Blades Return to System Menu Activates TAC display in Home screen Keys to Select No.
System Section SRV—SERVO CYCLE & BAR GRAPH DISPLAY This key has two different functions: a servo cycling mode, which slowly moves each servo to its extreme positions, and a servo bar graph indication, which pictorially shows the position to which each servo is being commanded. The servo test function is useful for finding unevenness in servos, and the bar graph function may be used for roughly setting up models without using a receiver or servos.
System Section TRN—TRAINER SYSTEM The Trainer function makes it possible for the instructor pilot to choose which functions and channels are to be used for instruction, making it possible to match the training difficulty to the student's skill level. A special function called Correction Control makes it possible for the instructor to make corrections without overriding the student's inputs.
System Section DTN—DATA TRANSFER FUNCTION transfer data depends on the number of flight con- This function may be used to exchange model ditions, and ranges from 1 to 18 seconds. Data Transfer Mode Setup setup data between two PCM 1024Z transmitters. Identical model setups are needed for trainer operation, and it is also useful to transfer data to a First, connect the two PCM 1024Z transmitters friend's transmitter to speed the setup process for with the data transfer cord.
System Section CPM—COPY MODEL FUNCTION be used to make a backup copy of a model setup before making changes. This function is used to copy one set of model data into a second memory within the same transmitter. This function is very handy because it may The CPM function may be used to copy to and be used for getting a head-start on setting up from the optional CAMPac as well.
System Section C PC—COPY Condition Function The entire model data may be copied under the This function may be used to copy individual flight conditions. One use would be to copy the following conditions: default flight condition, with 1. If the destination type is different from the all its subtrims, mixing, etc. to another flight condition, and changing only the necessary parts. This procedure can save a lot of time and unnecessary effort.
System Section PAR— PARAMETERS (SETS AUTO-OFF AND SCREEN CONTRAST) This menu has two functions: the first automatically turns off transmitter power after a certain (settable) period of transmitter inactivity, and the second may be used to adjust the contrast of the liquid crystal display. The Auto-Off function is designed to keep the transmitter battery from becoming fully discharg- ed if left on accidentally.
System Section UNA—USER NAME REGISTRATION This function allows the user to enter his name, up to ten characters long, into a memory. The entered name is displayed on the top left corner of the Home and menu screens of the transmitter. changed or entered. A second password may be defined to protect the username entry only. Unless you really need to, we recommend against using the passwords.
FRQ—TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY SETTING (9ZAPS/HPS ONLY) The exclusive Frequency Synthesizer System Module (FP-TK-FSS) allows you to switch your transmission frequency in software! No longer do you have to carry around a module and receiver for each frequency, or a carton of crystals! You may choose from any of the frequencies in the 72 MHz band, channel numbers 11 through 60 (72.010 to 72.990 MHz). When you activate the FRQ function, the display shows the frequency list with channels 11 through 20 displayed.
System Section SETTING THE FREQUENCY SYNTHESIZER RECEIVER The following procedure should be followed in order to change the receiving frequency on a synthesized receiver. First, turn off receiver power. Next, open the receiver's dust cover by sliding in the direction shown by the arrow in the figure. Set the channel number by moving the two rotary switches to the desired frequency numbers. For example, to set channel 20, set the left switch to 2 and the right switch to 0.
System Section SWT—SWITCHING SETTING This function may be used to define which switch activates a particular function. The versatility of the PCM 1024Z system allows you to define switches for the following purposes: special mixing, flight conditions, and timers. If you would rather have a control stick to have a switching function, this may be done also! You can make any motion of any switch or stick on the transmitter activate or deactivate any switchable function.
System Section Setting the Activation Switch Setting Volume Controls From many different commands, the switch setting function may be displayed by pressing the SWT ( P ) key. This causes a pictorial display of the available switches to be displayed, as shown in the figure. In this case, the Timer function will be used as an example. The A-H keys are used to select a particular switch location (in case you are confused about a switch's location, each is labeled with its letter key).
Model Setting Section MODEL SETTING SECTION The following controls and menus are used for model settings. These are settings that may be used individually for any and all of the different model setups stored in the PCM 1024Z's memory. Each model setup can have different model settings — for example, each model may have different servos reversed, its own name, different transmission type (PCM or PPM/FM), etc. To get to these settings, press the MDL key from any menu.
Model Setting Section CSL—CONDITION SELECT One of the most powerful features of the Futaba PCM 1024Z system is the ability to allocate as many as eight different flight conditions to a single model memory.
Model Setting Section TIM—TIMERS & ELAPSED TIME COUNTER The Timer function may be set for any desired time, i.e. engine run time, specified times for competitions, etc. Two independent timers are provided for your use. The timers are stored independently with each model, meaning that when you switch between model setups, the timer associated with the new model is brought up automatically. The timers may be set to start and stop from the soft keys, or from the motion of any switch or stick.
Model Setting Section F/S—FAILSAFE/HOLD SETTING The Failsafe function may be used to set up positions that the servos move to in the case of little power remaining. In this case, the throttle is moved to the defined failsafe position, or if one radio interference. This function only works with was not defined, to a medium speed position. The PCM receivers (FM receivers do not have the fail- throttle may be released by operating a predefined safe capability).
Model Setting Section PMD—PULSE MODE (SWITCHING FM/PCM) The PMD function allows you to select the transmission mode that your PCM 1024Z uses. You may select between PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) and PPM (Pulse Position Modulation, also commonly called FM). Of course, the choice depends on the type of receiver being used. If you change the mode of transmission, you need to cycle the power switch Off and the On before it will operate in the chosen mode.
Model Setting Section REV—SERVO REVERSING FUNCTION This function is used to reverse the direction a servo operates for a given command. This function should be used AFTER any special menus are defined to assure that all servos are moving the correct directions. Direction Selection Keys NOR = Normal REV = Reverse Return to the Model Menu Channel Selection Keys Reversing Procedure After defining a new model, be sure to define all special menus (such as Flaperons, Aileron-Speed Flap mixing.
Model Setting Section FMC—FUNCTION CONTROL The Function Control Menu may be used to define the relationship between the transmitter controls and the receiver output channels. Any function on the transmitter may control any receiver output channel. It is not necessary to change the servo connections in the receiver. This function is useful for changing the control items for certain functions.
Model Setting Section RST—DATA RESET This function is designed to allow you to reset selected portions — or all — of the settings saved in the active memory. You may individually choose to reset the following sets of data: REV & F/S. . . .Resets all reversing and failsafe data AFR & D/R . . .Clears all AFR and Dual Rate information TRIM . . . . . . .Resets the trims stored ATV . . . . . . . .Initializes all throw volume information PMIX . . . . . . .Clears all programmable mixers SMIX . . . . . . .
Model Setting Section CUT—ENGINE CUT Airplane This function may be used to define a switch setting that may be used to cut the engine. It will Helicopter Offset Direction 0 Position only work when the throttle stick is at the low side; the throttle position may be set. When this function is actuated with the throttle stick below the set threshold, the throttle servo is -100% Slow Side +100% commanded to an offset position (there is no effect above the threshold position).
Model Setting Section CHD—CONDITION HOLD This function may be used to limit the maximum speed of the engine so that you may adjust flight conditions when the engine is running. The maximum throttle position is settable, and an alarm indicates that the function is operating. The function is especially useful for helicopters, because it will prevent the engine from racing dangerously when adjusting the Idle-Up settings.
Model Setting Section TYP—MODEL TYPE SELECTION This function is used to select the type of model from airplane, helicopter, and sailplane. Sailplanes may be set up with either two wing servos (2-S), four wing servos (4-S), or five wing servos (5-S). The model type function automatically selects the appropriate mixing functions for the chosen model type, so you must refer to the particular model section of this manual to determine the appropriate servo connections.
Model Setting Section CH9—CHANNEL 9 SWITCH DEFINITION Your PCM 1024Z system has nine channels. The ninth channel is a switch channel, and the location of the switch may be selected with this ON menu. The default switch is SW(B), with its ON SW(B) position at Position 2. CH9 Switch Selection In the Model Menu, press the CH9 key to get the Channel 9 Switch Selection menu. This will put the switch display onto the screen.
Model Setting Section MNA— MODEL NAME DEFINITION This function may be used to input or change the name of the model in active memory. This can be very useful to tell different models settings apart. Each model name can be as long as eight characters, and the model name always appears in the top center of the display screen. Registering a Model Name To register the desired Model Name. press the MNA key from the Model Menu to enter the naming function as shown below.
Model Setting Section ALT—ALTERNATE SWITCH This function allows the spring-loaded switch operation to be defined in two different ways. The default definition is that the switch is off unless it is moved against spring tension to its second position, where it is on. Releasing the switch turns it off. ALT function allows you to make the switch function differently, where it remains in a state until activated again.
Model Setting Section THR—THROTTLE CURVE The Throttle Curve function applies only to Airplanes and Helicopters. Its purpose is to select whether the throttle curve function is to be used with the active model. The throttle curve divides the full travel of the throttle stick into twelve segments separated by thirteen points. The location of these points may be set with the TCV key in the Condition menu.
Model Setting Section SWH—SWASHPLATE TYPE This function is used to define which type of swashplate mixing is to be used for the active helicopter model. The mixing functions should be selected to match the swashplate on the model. Swashplate Type Setting Procedure S-1 Type Use this type for helicopters with conventional linkages. S-2 Type S-2 Type Use S-2 mixing when the pushrods are positioned as shown in the figure. Elevator operates with a mechanical linkage.
Model Setting Section Swash Plate Selection Procedure In the Model Menu, press the SWH key to get the Swash Plate Selection menu. Return to Model Menu Type Selection Keys Use the (A) key to activate the selection menu, then use the E to D type selection keys to choose the type matched to your model. If the selection is O K , press the YES (E) key, otherwise press the NO (F) key and choose again. Rate Setting Procedure To set the aileron rate.
Model Setting Section RDR—ROTOR DIRECTION This function is used to tell your PCM 1024Z system the rotor rotational direction, so it can properly set the mixing directions. The rotation direction, when viewed from the top, is entered. Rotor Direction Setting Procedure In the Model Menu, press the RDR key to get the Rotor Direction Setting menu.
Model Setting Section INV—INVERTED PITCH This function is used to activate inverted flight Pitch Servo functions for the model in active memory. This function allows the inverted flight to use the normal flight functions (the linkages must be adjusted for inverted flight, however). The position at which the normal-inverted low side pitches cross ("cross position") can be set.
Model Setting Section PIT—PITCH CURVE The Pitch Curve function applies only to Helicopters. Its purpose is to select whether the pitch curve function is to be used with the active model. The pitch curve divides the full travel of the stick into twelve segments separated by thirteen points. The location of these points may be set with the PCV key in the Condition menu. Pitch Curve Activation Procedure In the Model Menu, press the PIT key to get the Pitch Curve Activation menu.
Common Condition Section COMMON CONDITIONS SECTION This section contains information on how to use the model conditions that are common to ALL types of models, including such as throw volumes, dual rates, programmable mixes, subtrims, and condition naming. This material should be used in conjunction with the Condition Settings sections for each type of aircraft, following this section. (The helicopter condition menu is shown below for demonstration purposes.
Common Condition Section ADJUSTABLE TRAVEL VOLUME (ATV) The ATV function adjusts the servo left and right throws, and to generate differential throws and correct for linkages. The travel rate can be mode. NOTE: Stick movement is indicated by the " " "symbol on the screen. Included in this function is the servo delay varied from 1% to 140% in each direction on chan- setting menu. This function is used to smoothly nels 1 to 8.
Common Condition Section Programming Servo Delay at Condition Switching This function is used to set the servo delay for each channel, from channel 1 to channel 8. Whenever a flight condition is switched, the system uses the programmed delay to slow down sudden servo position changes. This might be used, for example, to prevent a sudden loss of lift on a sailplane when switching from flaps down for launch to a regular position for normal flight.
Common Condition Section ADJUSTABLE FUNCTION RATE (AFR) This function is used to adjust the throw and operation curve of the stick, lever, and switch functions (CH1 to CH8) for each flight condition. This is normally used after ATV has defined the maximum throw directions (ATV acts on ALL flight condition settings). When mixing is applied from one channel to another channel, both channels can be adjusted at the same time by adjusting the operation rate by AFR function.
Common Condition Section Mode selection Press the Mode Selection A key. then press the NXT L key to get to the mode setting menu. To choose the EXP1 mode, press the EX1 I key. If you want the EXP2 mode, press the EX2 J key. Linear Mode Mixing To set the linear mode, do the following: press the A key, then press the LIN H key. This automatically sets the side A and side B rate curves to —16%, to approximate linear response. Side A curve rate setting Set the rate as described earlier.
Common Condition Section DUAL RATES AND EXP CURVE SWITCHING Programming this function allows you to change the function operation rate and operation the EXP2 mode may be used to control the rise of the curve, either steep or gradual as the stick is curve for any three channels by moving a switch. moved. A special linear mode uses a particular You may add switchable exponential response to a function without using the A F R menu.
Common Condition Section PROGRAMMABLE MIXING (PMX) Any two channels can be mixed in each of the five available mixing circuits. Each mix circuit may use one of three mixing types. For Lineartype mixing, the mixing rate is proportional to the master channel motion. Offset-type mixing applies a fixed offset or preset to the programmed channel servo operation, and strictly speaking, is not really mixing at all. Hovering-type mixing applies an offset to the neutral point of the slave function.
Common Condition Section Programming the Mixers Activation of command In the Condition Menu, press the PMX key to get the PROG MIX menu shown as Screen 1 in the top of the illustration below. Selection and Activation of Mixing Menu (Nos. 1 to 5) Press the number key associated with the mixing menu that you wish to program with the 1 to 5 ( F to H ) keys. Press the A key (moves to Screen 2 display shown below), then activate the mixer by pressing the ACT— Fkey.
Common Condition Section For the 7-Point Curve mixing method, each of the points on the curve must be defined. To set the points, first select the point with movement keys Q and R. The PT-> key increases the point number by one (moves one to the right), and the <-PT reduces the point number by one (moves one to the left). Once you have selected the point on the curve you wish to set, input the rate with the numeric setting keys E to M.
Common Condition Section SUBTRIM (STM)—SERVO NEUTRAL ADJUSTMEMT The Subtrim function is used to set the servo and pushrods are hooked up. When you begin to neutral position, and may be used to make fine set up a model, be sure that the digital trims are adjustments of control surface neutrals as linkages set to their center position (page 71).
Common Condition Section TRIM OFFSET (TOF) The Trim Offset function may be used to set a trim offset for different flight conditions. For Helicopters, this is very useful to set offsets when the Pitch -> rudder (P->R) mixing is used. For Sail- be programmed within Trim mixes 1 and 2 (TM1, TM2). You may set a time delay to slow down the servo motions when the flight condition is switch- planes, it may be used for setting trims for both ed.
Common Condition Section CONDITION NAME REGISTRATION (CNA) We recommend that you register a name that is This function may be used to name the active flight condition, and can be a maximum of five easy characters long. Once entered, the active condition active flight condition. to remember for easy confirmation of the name is displayed after the model name at the top center of the screen.
Common Condition Section DIGITAL TRIM (TRM) The Digital Trim function may be used to program how the trims change as the force changes on the trim tab switches. When you press lightly on the trim you get one speed of operation, and when you increase the pressure, the repetition speed and rate also increase. The repetition speed and step rate and can be adjusted to match each model, and the beeping sound that occurs when a trim is operated can be turned on or off.
Common Condition Section Screen 2 Trim Mode Setting Stepping Rate Repetition Speed Stepping Rate Delay-Rate Setting Value of Subtrim First Step Second Repetition Step Speed Return To Condition Menu Mode Selection Keys Trim Mode Selection To select the trim mode, first press the A key. You may select the normal mode by pressing the NOR E Key, or select the ATL mode by pressing the ALT F key.
Airplane Section AIRPLANE SECTION This section contains information on the commands that apply to powered aircraft only. Each of these functions can be set independently for different flight conditions. For conditions that apply to all models (ATV, AFR, D/R, PMX, STM, TOF, CNA, and TRM functions), refer to the Common Conditions section. For instructions on Helicopters and Sailplanes, refer to the sections pertaining to those aircraft.
Airplane Section AlRPLANE CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Functions and locations given in this drawing are the factory default positions, which occur upon startup. Each setting can be easily changed as the owner desires. The Function Change menu [FNC] may be used for this purpose. Carrying Handle 6. Flap knob/Flap Trimmer 16. Snap Roll/Trainer Switch (ON in forward position, sprang to OFF) . . . (MODE 15. Landing Gear Switch —— (CH5)ON in forward position) . . .
Airplane Section Note that all stick & switch positions may be changed 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Aileron Control Throttle Control . . . (MODE II) Elevator Control . . . (MODE I) Elevator Control . . . (MODE II) Throttle Control . . . (MODE I) Rudder Control Collective Pitch Mixing/Airbrake Mixing Switch. ON in forward position, OFF in rear position . . . (MODE II) Landing Gear Switch . . .
Airplane Section AIRPLANE RECEIVER AND SERVO CONNECTIONS The receiver output order is shown below: 1. AIL Aileron (Ail 1 if FPN or ADF on. Elevon 1 if EVN on) 2. ELE Elevator (V-Tail 1 if VTL on, Elevon 2 if EVN on) 3. THR Throttle 4. RUD Rudder (V-Tail 2 if VTL on) 5. GEA Landing Gear (Elev 2 if ALV on) 6. FLP Flap (Ail 2 if FPN activated) 7. AU1 Spoiler (Ail 2 if ADF is used) 8. AU2 Collective Pitch 9.
