PROFI-ULTRASOFT-MODULE 256k The Graupner PROFI-ULTRASOFT-Module 256k offers the modeller practically all currently imaginable functions for the operation of the most diverse types of sailplanes and powered models, including such complex ones as helicopters. The programs have been developed on the basis of practical experience, in close cooperation with renowned model flyers and, as a result leave barely anything to be desired even for, and in, hard contest environments.
Contents General Section 4–7 Helicopter Section Codes of the PROFI-ULTRASOFT-MODULE General Information Selection of Model Type Mode of Operation – Code Menu Analogue Adjustment of Values 4 5 6–7 7 7 Receiver Outlets Control Connections Code Chart – Helicopter – Type 8 Description of Options – Helicopter Type 8 Description of Options – Helicopter Type 9 57 – 118 57 58 59 60 – 87 87 Helicopter Programming Examples Fixed-wing model section 8 – 56 Control Connections, Receiver Outlets 8–9 Model Type B
Codes of the PROFI-ULTRASOFT-MODULE Model Type Code 1-5 6,7 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 22 23 31 32 33 34 35 37 43 51 56 4 11 12 13 14 15 16 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 19 21 22 23 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 32 33 33 34 34 35 35 37 37 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 51 51 52 53 54 56 56 19 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 37 51 56 Display Reads Meaning REVERSE SW THROW ADJUST DUAL RATE EXPONENTIAL SUB TRIM TRACE RATE RED. THROTTLE IDLE R. TRIM THROW LIMIT GAS STICK DR DIFF.
General Information Applicable to all Model Types The installation of the module is performed as described in the MC-18 programming manual. Basic Programs including Automatic Manoeuvres MULTISOFT for Aerobatic classes such as F3A and F3B IMPORTANT After installation of the module ALL model memories should be cleared. If this is not done, it is possible that fragments of previous programs left in the memory may cause malfunction in conjunction with the PROFI-ULTRASOFT-Module.
Selection of Model Type Type 1: NORMAL The majority of model aircraft belong in this category. It comprises all power and sailplane models with elevator, rudder, ailerons and throttle (or in the case of gliders; the spoilers), which are actuated by one servo for each of the controls. The situation remains unchanged even if additional control channels are used to actuate supplementary functions, such as retracts, glider tug release couplings, mixture adjust or flaps (such as plain flaps) of sailplane models.
later on. For other applications seven freely programmable mixers are available. Type 7: F3B (4 wing servos) Type 7 corresponds to type 6, with the exc eption that in the case of type 7 the flaps are actuated by a separate servo each, thus providing additional mix options (ailerons -flaps) which are also realised by a special mixer. Here, too, seven freely programmable mixers are available. The universal Profi program can also be used for models have two wing mounted servos.
Fixed-Wing Aircraft Programming Hook-up of External Operating Elements at the Transmitter Board The operating elements wired to connections 5ch…9ch can be allocated differently, if so desired using code 37. If a three position switch (diff. Switch, order no 4160/22) is connected, for example to switch aileron differential (code 22), the two plugs must be plugged into horizontally adjacent stations only (e.g. 4 and 8), never one above the other (e.g. 3 and 4).
Recommended Allocation For Switches The switch allocation is freely programmable, that is: any switch can be programmed for any desired function. These practical examples of switch allocations are meant to simplify programming for the inexperienced.
Block Diagram - NORMAL 10
Block Diagram – NORMAL/DIFF 11
Block Diagram – DELTA/DIFF 12
Block Diagram – UNIFLY/DIFF 13
Block Diagram – Quadro-Flap 14
Block Diagram – F3B (3 wing-servos) 15
Block Diagram – F3B (4 wing-servos) 16
Programming Code List (Types 1…5) The codes for the various options were chosen as a result of in-house deliberations. The following programming instructions, are arranged in the sequential order of the individual programming steps. These are ar ranged to suit practical requirements, the code numbers are not arranged in numerical order. No. Display When a new model is being programmed, be sure to follow the sequences detailed in the following pages.
Code 56 Model Selection Code 95 Modulation Code 57 Control Allocation Selection and Deletion of Models Selection of PPM or PCM Modulation Allocation of Control Functions 1 – 4 s e l e c t K E Y 1 - 7 M O D E L O R + / - The MC-18 transmitter permits the storing the data of 2 seven models and 30 models , including all trim data.
Code 58 Model Type Mode 32 Model Name Code 18 Engine Idle Trim Selection of Model Type Entering Model Names Idle Trim Direction Forward/Backward/Off m c - 1 8 E M O D E L 1 N O R M A L / D I F F N A M E : D I S C U S m c - 1 8 E 3 3 0 I D L E R . M O D E L 1 T R I M The PROFI-ULTRASOFT-Module recognises a total of 9 different model types. The selection has to be performed when beginning to program a model, as it determines which codes may be called.
Code 23 Switch Function Allocation of External Switches to Model Types 1 – 5 C L K D I 1 D I 2 P R G N 9 9 N External switches installed and connected to plug stations 1 – 8 are allocated to specific functions via code 23. Some of these functions can be activated and de-activated in the process. Allocation can be performed either as per the mechanical mode of operation of the switch (open = OFF, closed = ON) or by pole reversal (open = ON, closed = OFF).
Code 37 Signal Generator Allocation Code 43 V-Tail Code 11 Servo Reverse Allocation of Operating Elements Channels 5 – 9 V-Tail Mixer Reversing Direction of Servo Rotation P O R T 5 6 7 8 9 m c - 1 8 E M O D E L I N P U T 5 6 7 8 9 V - T A I L O F F In some cases, for individual models, it may be desirable to have certain operating elements, such as slider-type potentiometers or channel switches affect other function outputs than those to which they have been allocated by the internal connecti
Code 15 Neutral Adjust Code 12 Servo Travel Adjust Code 19 Servo Travel Restrict Adjusting the Servo Neutral Position Adjusting Servo Travel Limiting Servo Travel S U B p u s h T R I M c h T H R O W k e y 1 - 9 For adjusting servos which do not comply to normal standards (servo neutral 1.5ms) and for extreme requirements, the neutral position can be adjusted within a range of ±88% of normal servo travel.
Code 79 Servo Slow Down Code 16 Signal Generator Setting Code 31 Channel 1 Centre Slowing-Down Transit Time Changing Control Travel Throttle/Spoiler Actuating Curve S L O W E N T E R D O W N C H O F F T O A C T . In some special cases, such as retracts, the normally fast transit time of a servo does not look right. With code 79, the transit time of a servo connected to any of the channels may be slowed-down from 0.5s to 30s when moving from one end point to the opposite end point.
Code 34 DR/EX Switch Code 13 DUAL RATE Code 14 EXPONENTIAL Dual Rate / Exponential Switch Allocation Adjustable Servo Throw Reduction Progressive Control Characteristics D R 2 3 4 S W I 9 9 9 E X 2 3 4 D U A L R A T E 9 9 9 p u s h c h The switches for the dual-rate and exponential functions are allocated using code 34. In doing so it is possible to trigger several control functions simultaneously without using multi-function switches.
Code 35 Trim Reduction Code 59 Trim Data Memory Reducing Trim Range Storing Trim Data T R I M N O R M . T R I M R E D . 1 4 2 3 When using dual-ate and/or exponential, trim may in some cases, not appear sensitive enough because of the ratchet steps. Code 35 permits reducing the trim action tom 50% independently for each control function. After calling code 35, the display will indicate the control functions using normal trim in the upper line, and reduced trim in the lower line.
Code 94 Copying Model Copying Functions C O P Y K E Y : F R O M 1 - 7 O R M O D E L + / - Code 94 permits copying model data form one model to another one, and also via an external interface of a transmitter to another mc-18 transmitter.
Code 22 Differential Aileron Differential in Type 2 – 7 Models m c - 1 8 E A I L E M O D E L D I F 0 1 N O R M Differentiation of ailerons serves to correct an undesirable effect called “adverse yaw”. With equal throws on ailerons the drag of the lowered aileron is higher than the drag created by the raised one. The resulting moment about the vertical axis acts in opposite direction to the planned direction of flight.
Code 17 Throttle Reduction Code 66 Automatic Program Switchable, Single-Sided Throttle Throw Reduction Automatic Flight Manoeuvre for Type 1 – 5 Models R E D U C E D F U L L T H R O T T L E V A L U E 1 0 0 % P R O G R A M - A U T O M . P R O G R A M 3 O F F Code 17 permits programming a reduction of the carburettor control range, switchable by an external switch allocated by code 23.
Code 63 Channel 1 Switch Automatic Channel 1 Dependent Switch (Throttle/Spoiler) C H 1 - S W I T C H = ? For special functions it is desirable not to perform switching by an external switch, but automatically via the channel 1 stick (throttle and spoiler), whereby exceeding a critical stick position provides switch position ON, while falling below provides switch position 0, or vice versa.
Code 51, 33, 61 and 71 Free Program Mixer Programming Mixers and Dummy Mixers In addition to the available mix and coupling functions, all model programs provide a number of freely programmable mixers. In the case of type 1 - 3 models nine mixers are at the disposal of the user, types 4 and 5 have four mixers available, for F3B types 6 and 7 a total of seven, and for the helicopter types 8 and 9 there are four mixers available.
1. Channel Allocation (Code 51) To program a mixer first call code 51, via which the channels to be linked are determined. On the display then appears “MIX ?”, asking the operator to input the number of the mixer to be used. After the number has been input, the display changes to: M I X 1 With INH meaning Inhibited. This indicates that the mixer is not yet active, otherwise the numbers of the already allocated control channels will be displayed instead of INH.
Code 72 MIX-only Channel ALARM TIMER and Stopwatch Mix-only Channel Set-up M I X O N L Y Code 97 Stopwatch Stopwatch C H n o Code 72 permits interrupting the normal direct signal flow between the control function inlets and the associated control channels at the outlet side. The signal generators connected to the control function inlets concerned will then affect the mixer inputs of the channel in question, but not the allocated servo.
Code 98 Operating Timer Code 77 FAIL SAFE Transmitter Operating Timer Programming the Fail Safe m c - 1 8 E I N T E G . T M O D E L 1 4 : 2 7 : 5 4 The operating timer displays the time the transmitter has been switched on and monitors the transmitter power supply. After the batteries have been charged, could 98 should therefore be called and indicated time reset to 0 by pressing the CLEAR key. The operating time is then measured whilst the transmitter power switch is on.
Code 78 FAIL SAFE BAT Code 88 Input Lock Code 99 Transmitter Lock Activating Battery Fail-Safe Code Lock for Keyboard Input Numerical Transmitter Lock m c - 1 8 E B A T T M O D E L F . S . 1 O F F The automatic battery fail-safe serves to warn the pilot of dropping receiver battery voltage and to give him a chance to avoid an impending crash caused by depleted receiver batteries.
When the lock has been released the combination of digits can be changed at any time by calling code 99 and entering a new combination. To remove the lock completely instead of entering a new combination, the CLEAR key has to be pressed instead of entering a combination. The input has to be terminated by pressing the ENTER key.
Code 73 Switch Position Display of Switch Positions S w i t c h 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 For checking the installation of switches and their connections to plug stations 1…8, the switch positions of all external switched are indicated by code 73, with an automatic channel 1 switch, possibly programmed by code 63, being taken into account. The display always refers to the actual mechanical switch position of the switch concerned, independent of its having possible been reversed by code 23, 33, or 34.
The latter set-up is also called “butterfly” or “crow” function. In some cases separate ailerons and plain flaps are replaced by one-piece full-span flaps, which are simultaneously operated as ailerons and plain flaps (called flaperons). Performance flying means flying at very low drag, in any flight situation and attitude, including turns and circling flight.
Code 23 Switch Function Allocation of External Switch in F3B Models External switches installed and connected to the plug connections 1…8 are allocated to specific functions by code 23. Some of these functions can be activated and de-activated. The allocation can be performed to suit the mechanical mode of operation of the switch (open = ON, closed = OFF) or by reversing (open = OFF, closed = ON).
Code 52 TAKE-OFF, SPD, DIST Code 53 Flap Trim Arrangement Code 92 Switch Slow-Down Pre-sets for the Flight Tasks Signal Generator Selection for the Flap Function Elevator / Flap Transit Time Slow-Down S T A R T F L A P + 5 8 E L E V + 7 Code 52 permits storing the flap and elevator settings for Speed, Distance and for the Take-Off phases. However, the allocation of the corresponding external switches has to be performed first using code 23.
Code 41 Aileron Rudder Code 42 Aileron Flap Code 49 Flap Aileron Mixer Aileron Mixer Aileron Mixer Flap A I L E Rudder R U D D A I L E + 3 3 % Using code 41 the rudder can be affected, by an adjustable amount, by the ailerons (particularly in conjunction with aileron differential) to counteract the negative yawing moment to achieve smooth circling flight. The rudder remains fully controllable by the rudder stick. The mixer can be switched on and off by an external switch allocated via code 23.
PROFITRIM-Module The PROFITRIM external module (order No. 4109) permits additional trimming of all flap and aileron functions by four rotary trimmers. The latter are allocated to the following functions: 1 = Aileron Trim (aileron function) 2 = Aileron Trim (flap function) 3 = Flap Trim (aileron function) 4 = Flap Trim (flap function) The trimmers can be turned on and off singly or in any desired combination, with their neutral positions corresponding to the programmed settings.
Code 91 Activating PROFITRIM Code 48 Flap Elevator Code 47 Elevator Activating PROFITRIM Trim Correction on activation of Flap Mixer Elevator A N . T R I M A C T 3 4 1 2 Works only with (code 58) model types 6 and 9. The adjustment controls of the PROFITRIM are turned on and off using code 91. The upper line of the display shows the inactive controls, the lower line showing the active ones.
Codes 44, 45, 46 and 54 Butterfly Function as Landing Aid A remedy is provided by code 54 (reduction of differential), whereby the degree of differential is continuously, and adjustably, reduced or entirely cancelled on actuation of the butterfly function. Adjustments: Mixers 44, 45 and 46 are already allocated as per their functions, with mix quota having been set to 0, they are effectively inactive. The “butterfly” function serves as a landing aid by controlling the glide slope.
Programming Examples for Fixed-Wing Models In case you have become slightly confused by the unusually large number of functions offered in the preceding chapters of these instructions, the following pages show you by way of example, how a practical adjustment of a model can be programmed in a minimum of time. In doing so, the essential functions will be activated, while the “deluxe” options meant for the competition pilot will not, initially, be taken into consideration.
m c - 1 8 E 9 . 6 V M O D E L 1 K E Y O R The transmitter now asks for the name, with the cursor being located in the first position of the lower line. Using the INC and DEC keys you select the first letter of the name of the model. This is stored by pressing the STORE key, whereupon the cursor moves to the 2nd position. In this manner, store the complete name of the model (the length of the name must no exceed 11 characters). Using the TURN key changes between uppercase and lowercase letters.
Programming Examples for Fixed-Wing Models 5.) Defining Stick Allocation T A X I Set the control stick allocation you are accustomed to by entering: F U N C T I O N C U P MODE 1 Now press one of the keys 1 … 4 , to suit your normal control mode: 1 = Throttle and Ailerons on the right Elevator and Rudder on the left 2 = Throttle and Rudder on the left Ailerons and Elevator on the right T A X I C U P M O D E 1 The figure on the display will change accordingly.
T A X I C U P : F U N C T I O N 1 ? 5 8 ENTER ↓ T A X I C U P : 1 Define the idle trim to the manner you are used to, e.g. pulling or pushing the throttle stick to increase engine power. To this end, input: F U N C T I O N The display then reads: IDLE R. TRIM OFF Using the INC and DEC keys you may now switch to and fro between and . means pushing for full throttle, and means pulling. Terminate the selection with the ENTER key.
Programming Examples for Fixed-Wing Models 8.) Copying Adjustments T A X I All that’s been input so far may be considered as “pilot specific” programming, as these inputs depend on the habits of the pilot and are alike for all models (excepting the name of the model). In order not to have to input these settings for each model memory, you can now copy them first into the other model memories.
T A X I C U P : F U N C T I O N 1 ? 9 5 ENTER ↓ T A X I C U P : M O D U L A T I O N 1 P C M INC ↓ T A X I C U P : M O D U L A T I O N 1 P P M p o w e r T A X I For the ensuing adjustments you now require a model with a ready to operate installed radio set.
Programming Examples for Fixed-Wing Models 11.) Adjusting Servo Throw Normally one should choose the size of the control horn and servo arms so they provide approximately the required control surface throw. In this context you should remember: the relative size of the arm of a servo and the lever of a control horn determines the magnitude of the throw of the control surface.
T A X I C U P : F U N C T I O N T H R O W p u s h T H R O W 1 c h 1 ? 3 ↓ A D J U S T c h k e y T H R O W 1 - 9 1 0 0 % INC … DEC … ENTER ↓ A D J U S T T A X I + E N D F U N C T I O N 1 0 0 % A D J U S T + E N D 9 2 % 1 c h + E N D 1 ↓ Stick and Trim in idle Throttle position ↓ T H R O W 3 c h A D J U S T 1 c h A D J U S T + E N D 1 1 5 % 1 2 ENTER ↓ Stick in full Throttle position… INC / DEC ↓ T H R O W T H R O W 1 c h A D J U S T - E N D INC / DEC 1 0 0
Programming Examples for Fixed-Wing Models 12.) Throw Reduction Unlike throw adjust, servo reaction to a control stick deflection remains unchanged, provided the pre-set threshold value is not exceeded. On reaching the threshold value, the servo will simply stop there, eve when the stick concerned (or some other signal generator) is moved beyond that point. It does not matter by which of the means the servo reaches the threshold value(by control stick alone or by the interaction of mixers).
T A X I C U P : F U N C T I O N 1 ? 3 1 ENTER ↓ T H R / BR K + M I D P N T 0 % TURN ↓ T H R / BR K - M I D P N T 0 % - M I D P N T ENTER ↓ C U P F U N C T I O N By now you have test flown your model and though you built and trimmed it correctly, now that the model flies perfectly straight, the trim levers are no longer in the neutral position. This is unsatisfactory in that the levers may be accidentally displaced and you may not remember their correct positions afterwards.
Copying Example – Single Model Memory Between two mc-18 transmitters With Programming Interface (Order No. 4180) T A X I C U P F U N C T I O N : 1 ? 9 4 ENTER ↓ C O P Y : F R O M K E Y 1 - 7 O R : F R O M C U P mc - 1 8 E MO D E L F U N C T I O N ? MO D E L + / - Call the model to be copied, such as model 1, using the keys 1 … 9 or INC and DEC . C O P Y : F R O M K E Y 1 - 7 O R ENTER ↓ If the model is to be copied externally, call the external interface using the DEC key.
Copying Example – All Model Memory Between two mc-18 transmitters With Programming Interface (Order No. 4180) T A X I C U P F U N C T I O N : 1 Transmitting Unit ? 9 4 ENTER ↓ C O P Y : F R O M K E Y 1 - 7 O R mc - 1 8 E MO D E L F U N C T I O N ? 9 4 ENTER ↓ Call the copy function MO D E L + / - Call all model memories by pressing the DEC key twice.
Copying Example Model Memory to Model Memory In the Same Transmitter T A X I C U P F U N C T I O N : C O P Y : I N V A L I D 1 ? 9 4 ENTER ↓ C O P Y : F R O M K E Y 1 - 7 O R : F R O M C U P MO D E L + / - Call the model to be copied, such as model 1, using the keys 1 … 9 or INC and DEC . C O P Y : T O MO D E L K E Y 1 - 7 O R + / 3 ↓ C O P Y : 1 E N T E R K E Y ENTER Call the model memory to be copied, into using the keys 1 … 9 or INC and DEC such as memory 3.
