0CAP/10CHP/10CP 10-CHANNEL RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL Technical updates and additional programming examples available at: http://www.futaba-rc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................................................... 3 Curve, Prog. mixes 5-8 ............................................. 71 Additional Technical Help, Support and Service ........ 3 GYA gyro mixing (GYRO SENSE) ............................... 73 Application, Export and Modification ........................ 4 Other Equipment ....................................................... 74 Meaning of Special Markings .....................................
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Futaba® 10C series digital proportional R/C system (FASST-2.4GHz* or PCM1024 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.
Application, Export, and Modification 1. This product may be used for model airplane or surface (boat, car, robot) use, if on the correct frequency. 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.
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.
At the flying field Other than 2.4GHz system: Before flying, be sure that the frequency you intend to fly with is not in use, and secure any frequency control device (pin, tag, etc.) for that frequency before turning on your transmitter. It is never possible to fly two or more models on the same frequency at the same time. Even though there are different types of modulation (AM, FM, PCM), only one model may be flown on a single frequency at any one time.
A QUICK INTRODUCTION TO THE 10C SYSTEM Note that in the text of this manual, beginning at this point, any time we are using a feature’s specialized name or abbreviation as seen on the screen of the 10C, 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.
MODULE: TP-FM/TM-10 2.4G • Module may be easily removed and a module on a different channel (or even band) reinserted to change the frequency on which the 10C transmits. • TP-FM module transmits both FM (PPM) and PCM. No need for a second module. TM-10 2.4GHz module transmits both 2.4G-7ch and 2.4G-10ch. • All transmission circuitry is included in the module, so no retuning is needed when changing channels or even bands.
CONTENTS AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Specifications and ratings are subject to change without notice.) Your 10CAP, 10CHP or 10CP (packaged with an 8 or 10-channel PCM receiver or a 14-channel FASST-2.
The following additional accessories are available from your dealer. Refer to a Futaba catalog for more information: • CAMPac Memory module - the optional DP-16K/64K/128K CAMPac increases your model storage capability (to 19/31/48 models from 15) and allows you to transfer programs to another 10C transmitter. Note that data cannot be transferred to/from any other model of transmitter (i.e. 8U, 9Z, etc).
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS - AIRPLANE Antenna CAMPac or Dust Cap (TP-FM module) VR(A) Flap Trim Control VR(B) CH8 Knob Antenna (TM-10 2.4G module) Carrying Handle This controls CH6, and if flaperon mixing is activated controls the flap. VR(C) Spoiler/CH7 Control SW(B) Rudder Dual Rate Switch / CH9 This knob is disabled if aileron differential is activated.
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS - HELI Antenna (TP-FM module) CAMPac or Dust Cap Antenna VR(A) Hovering - Pitch Knob VR(B) CH8 Knob (TM-10 2.
Attachment of the Module CAUTION Be sure to turn off the power of the transmitter before you install or replace the module. To remove, press the tabs together and gently pull rearwards. To install, line up the connector pins with the socket in the rear of the module and gently snap into position. RF module Trainer function /DSC function connector NOTE: If you need to remove or replace the transmitter battery, do not pull on its wires to remove it.
RECEIVER AND SERVO CONNECTIONS (Wing Type) Receiver Output and Channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ACRO (FLAPERON) Aircraft (ACRO) ailerons/aileron-11/combined flap-2 & aileron-12 elevator throttle rudder spare/landing gear/aileron-21,3/combined flap-1 and aileron-22,3 spare/ flap(s)/combined flap-1 and aileron-22 spare/aileron-21 spare/elevator-24/mixture control spare spare AIL22 FLP12 (CH6) AIL12 FLP22 (CH1) ACRO (w/FLAP) AIL21 (CH7) FLP (CH6) AIL (CH1) AIL11 (CH1) (Tail Type) (NORMAL) (V-TAIL) (AIL
Receiver Output and Channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (Swash Type) Helicopter (HELI) H-1 HR3 FRONT aileron (cyclic roll) elevator (cyclic pitch) throttle rudder spare/gyro pitch (collective pitch) spare/governor spare/mixture control spare spare (Normal linkage type) H-1:each servo linked to the swashplate independently.
Adjusting the length of the non-slip control sticks Stick tip A Locking piece B You may change the length of the control sticks to make your transmitter more 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.
Changing Modes (TX SETTING): Hold down MODE and END keys while turning on the transmitter to call TX SETTING menu. Stick Mode: The screen reads "STK-MODE". Change this to the correct mode. 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.
RADIO INSTALLATION Follow these guidelines to properly mount the servos, receiver and battery. • 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. • Receiver Antenna (72MHz band): It is normal for the receiver antenna to be longer than the fuselage.
• When you install the switch harness to the helicopter, please use the switch cover. Generally sandwich the frame by switch and switch cover and securely tighten the screws. Different models might require different installations. In that case, please follow the model instruction manual. • To prevent the servo lead wires from being broken by vibration during flight, provide a margin so that the wire sticks out slightly and fasten it at suitable points.
• The receiver contains precision electronic parts. It is the most delicate radio component on-board the model and should be protected from vibration, shock and temperature extremes. To protect the receiver, wrap it in R/C foam rubber or other vibration-absorbing material. If appropriate, waterproof the receiver by placing it in a plastic bag and closing the open end with a rubber band before wrapping it in foam. If moisture enters the receiver, intermittent operation or a failure may result.
WARNING 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. Do not perform the linking procedure with motor's main wire is connected or the engine is operating as it may result in serious injury. Transmitter's Antenna (TM-10 module only): 1.
Aircraft (fixed wing and helicopter) Frequencies (except 2.4GHz band) The following frequencies and channel numbers may be used for flying aircraft in the United States: 72 MHz band Ch. MHz 11 72.010 12 72.030 13 72.050 14 72.070 15 72.090 16 72.110 17 72.130 18 72.150 19 72.170 20 72.190 21 72.210 22 72.230 23 72.250 24 72.270 25 72.290 26 72.310 27 72.330 28 72.350 29 72.370 30 72.390 31 72.410 32 72.430 33 72.450 34 72.470 35 72.490 50 MHz Band Ch.
TRANSMITTER DISPLAYS & 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, leading to an immediate crash.
WARNING & ERROR DISPLAYS An alarm or error indication may appear on the display of your transmitter for several 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.
AIRCRAFT (ACRO) 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 THRCUT; 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 (ACRO) FUNCTIONS ............................
MAP OF ACRO BASIC FUNCTIONS (Startup screen) To enter the Basic Menu, press the Mode key for one second. To return to the Startup screen, press the End key. ( for one second) ACRO Basic Menu (Basic Menu 1/2) (Basic Menu 2/2) 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.
A QUICK GUIDE: GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC 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 in how to do even more than you may have already considered.
With digital trims you don’t shut the engine off with THROTTLE TRIM. Let's set up IDLE-DOWN and "throttle cut" (THR-CUT) now. GOALS of EXAMPLE Set up IDLE-DOWN. P. 40. STEPS INPUTS for EXAMPLE From the BASIC menu, choose IDLE- C to IDLE-DOWN. DOWN. to choose IDLE-DOWN. IDLE-DOWN slows the engine's idle for Activate and adjust IDLE-DOWN. landings, sitting on the runway, and maneuvers such as spins.
GOALS of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS for EXAMPLE Set the second (low) rate throws and A to down position. exponential. C to D/R. Repeat steps above to set low rate. Optional: change dual rate switch assignment. Ex: elevator to switch G (10CA) or E (10CH) with 3 positions. Where next? C to SW. to G or E. G or E to center position. Repeat steps above to set 3rd rate. (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.
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 BASIC menu. MODEL SELECT: This function selects which of the 15 model memories in the transmitter (or 4/16/33 in the optional CAMPac-16K/64K/128K) to set up or fly.
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. Notes: • Any data in the model copied to will be written over and lost, including name, type and modulation. It cannot be recovered. • To copy from one T10C to another, use an optional CAMPac.
MODEL NAME: assigns a name to the current model memory. By giving each model a name that is immediately recognizable, you can quickly select the correct model, and minimize the chance of flying the wrong model memory which could lead to a crash. Adjustability and values: • Up to 10 characters long. • Each character may be a letter, number, blank, or a symbol. • The default names assigned by the factory are in MODEL-xxxx format (MODEL-0001 for first model memory, etc.
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: • What is the model's type? • What type is the receiver’s modulation [FM (PPM)/PCM or 2.
MODEL TYPE: sets the type of programming used for this model. The T10C has 15 model memories, which can each support: •one powered aircraft (ACRO) memory type (with multiple wing and tail configurations. See twin aileron servos, twin elevator servos, ELEVON, and V-TAIL for further information.); •three glider wing types (again with multiple tail configurations). See Glider MODEL TYPE for details, p. 78; •eight helicopter swashplate types, including CCPM. See Helicopter MODEL TYPE for details, p. 93.
Modulation select (MODUL): sets the type of modulation transmitted. The modulation of your receiver will determine whether you utilize FM (PPM)/PCM or 2.4G-10CH/7CH setting in MODUL during transmission. Note that you have to turn your transmitter off and back on before a modulation change becomes effective. If you choose PCM or 2.4G-10CH/7CH, be sure you understand and set the FailSafe (F/S ) settings as you intended (see p. 43). When utilize PPM or PCM setting, use the TP-FM module. When you utilize 2.
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 7(AIL-DIF ) to channels 5 and 7. This allows you to utilize these 2 great functions while utilizing a 5-channel receiver. 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.
Home screen display mode selection (HOME-DISP) (HELI only): selects the display item in the home screen for HELI. ILLUST 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. THR/PIT mode GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Change the display mode from ILLUST to O p e n B A S I C m e n u , t h e n o p e n for 1 second. (If ADVANCE, . submenu. THR/PIT PARAMETER C to PARAMETER.
Logic switch selection (LOGIC SW): The various functions in the T10C 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, ELEV-FLAP, and AILE-FLAP functions. The logic switch can activate functions by two switches combination. The 2 types of logic, either AND or OR, can be selected. Adjustability: Logic combination table: • Three logic switches can be used.
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. Adjustability: • Can set each direction independently. • Ranges from 0% (no servo movement at all) to 140%.
Engine idle management: IDLE-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 take offs! 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.
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-CUT. See p. 98. The switch's location and direction must be chosen. It defaults to NULL to avoid accidentally assigning it to a switch, which might result in an unintentional dead stick in flight. Please see for IDLE-DOWN and THR-CUT on p.
Dual/triple rates and exponential (D/R,EXP): assigns adjusted rates and exponential. Dual/Triple Rates: reduce/increase the servo travel by flipping a switch, or (ACRO/GLID) they can be engaged by any stick position. Dual rates affect the control listed, such as aileron, not just a single (ex: channel 1) servo.
Adjustability: • More sensitive around neutral. (positive exponential, see example) • Less sensitive around neutral. (negative exponential, see example) • 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%.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Set up aileron triple rates on SWITCH Open D/R,EXP function. for 1 second. (If ADVANCE, C with travel settings of 75% (normal), C to D/R,EXP. 25% (slow roll) and 140% (extreme C to desired channel. aerobatics) and exponential settings of Choose the channel to change (Ex: aileron is already selected) 0%, +15%, and -40% respectively. C Optional: change switch assignment. to SW1. to C. NOTE: This normal rate has no C to D/R>.
TIMER submenu (stopwatch functions): controls three electronic clocks used to keep track of time remaining in a competition time allowed, flying time on a tank of fuel, amount of time on a battery, etc. TIMER<1> TIMER<2> TIMER<3> (Home screen) Adjustability: • Count down timer: starts from the chosen time, displays time remaining. If the time is exceeded, it continues to count below 0. • Count up timer: starts at 0 and displays the elapsed time up to 99 minutes 59 seconds.
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 PCM or 2.4H-10CH modulation is selected. The 9-10th channels are not supported in FM modulation. The 8-10th channels are not supported in 2.4G-7CH modulation.
TRAINER: for training novice pilots with optional trainer cord connecting 2 transmitters. The instructor has several levels of controllability. Adjustability: • NORM: When the TRAINER SWITCH is ON, the channel set to this mode can be controlled by the student. The set channel is controlled according to any programming set at the student's transmitter.
TRIM submenu: resets and adjust effectiveness of digital trims. The 10C has digital trims which are different from conventional mechanical trim sliders. Each TRIM LEVER is actually a two-direction switch. Each time the TRIM LEVER is pressed, the trim is changed a selected amount. When you hold the TRIM LEVER, the trim speed increases. The current trim position is graphically displayed on the start up screen. The TRIM submenu includes two functions that are used to manage the trim options.
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. We recommend that you center the digital trims before making SUB-TRIM changes, and that you try to keep all of the SUB-TRIM values as small as possible. Otherwise, when the SUB-TRIMs are large values, the servo's range of travel is restricted on one side.
FailSafe (loss of clean signal and low receiver battery) submenu (PCM/2.4G mode only) (F/S): sets responses in case of loss of signal or low Rx battery. FailSafe (F/S): instructs a PCM/2.4G receiver what to do in the event radio interference is received. Adjustability: • Each channel may be set independently. (2.4G-7CH mode: ch3 only) • The NOR (normal) setting holds the servo in its last commanded position. • The F/S (FailSafe) function moves each servo to a predetermined position.
ACRO ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS: Aircraft wing types (ACRO/GLID): There are 3 basic wing types in aircraft models: • 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. • Twin Aileron Servos. Model uses 2 aileron servos and has a tail. see Twin Aileron Servos. • Tail-less model (flying wing). Model uses 2 wing servos working together to create both roll and pitch control.
Using FLAPERON (ACRO/GLID 1A+1F ): (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 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.
Using FLAP-TRIM (camber) to adjust flaperons: (ACRO/GLID ) (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.
Using Aileron Differential (AILE-DIFF)(ACRO/GLID 2A+1F/GLID 2A+2F): (ACRO) (GLID 2A+1F/GLID 2A+2F) Aileron differential is primarily used on 3 or 4-servo wings, with one servo(s) operating inboard flap(s) on CH6 or CH5 & 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.
Using Twin Aileron Servos with a 5-channel receiver, AILE-2 (ACRO/GLID ): AILE-2 allows FLAPERON and AIL-DIFF with a 5-channel receiver. AILE-2 only tells the radio that you are using CH5 and CH6 (FLAPERON), or CH5 and CH7 (AILDIFF), not CH6 or CH7, as the second servo in FLAPERON or AILE-DIFF. You still must activate and set up the FLAPERON/AILE-DIFF function. Note that selecting CH6&5 or CH7&5 does NOT free up CH6 or CH7 to be used for other functions when using a receiver with more than 5 channels.
There are 4 basic tail types in aircraft models: • Simple. Model uses one elevator servo and one rudder servo (or multiple servos on a Y-harness). This is the default. • Dual Elevator servos. Model uses 2 elevator servos. see AILEVATOR (ACRO) see p. 57. • Tail-less model. Model uses 2 wing servos together to create roll and pitch control. see ELEVON(ACRO/GLID 1A+1F). see p. 56. • V-TAIL. Model uses 2 surfaces, at an angle, together to create yaw and pitch control. see V-TAIL (ACRO/GLID). see p. 58.
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. Benefits: • Ability to adjust each servo's center and end points for perfectly matched travel. • Ease of assembly, not requiring torque rods for a single servo to drive 2 surfaces.
Using V-TAIL (ACRO/GLID): V-TAIL mixing is used with v-tail aircraft so that both elevator and rudder functions are combined for the two tail surfaces. Both elevator and rudder travel can be adjusted independently on each surface. NOTE: If V-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.
Snap Rolls at the flick of a switch (SNAP-ROLL) (ACRO): This function allows you to execute snap rolls by flipping a switch, providing the same input every time. It also removes the need to change dual rates on the 3 channels prior to performing a snap, as SNAP-ROLL always takes the servos to the same position, regardless of dual rates, inputs held during the snap, etc. Note: Every aircraft snaps differently due to its C.G., control throws, moments, etc.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: A c t i v a t e S N A P - R O L L . A d j u s t Open the SNAP-ROLL function. again.) for 1 second. (If BASIC, elevatortravel to 55%, rudder travel to C to SNAP-ROLL. 120% in the right/up snap. Activate C to MIX. to OFF or ON. SAFE-MOD so snaps can not be performed Activate the function. when gear is down. Adjust the travels as needed. (Ex: C to ELEV. to 55%. elevator to 55%, rudder to 120%.) C to RUDD. to 120%. Adjust rudder travel in the left/down snap to 105%.
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: • 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.
ELEV-FLAP mixing (ACRO/GLID): ELEV-FLAP mixing is the first pre-programmed mix we'll cover. This mix makes the flaps drop or rise whenever the ELEVATOR STICK is moved. It is most commonly used to make tighter pylon turns or squarer corners in maneuvers. In most cases, the flaps droop (are lowered) when up elevator is commanded.
AIRBRAKE/BUTTERFLY (crow) mixing (ACRO/GLID): (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 - see 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.
• Twin elevator servos: • If AILEVATOR is active, the AIL1 and AIL2 settings still only affect FLAPERON or AIL-DIFF servos, NOT the elevator servos. (they would have the AIL3 and AIL4 settings.) GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: Activate AIRBRAKE on a FLAPERON . Confirm FLAPERON is active. model. Adjust the flaperon travel to Open the AIRBRAKE function. 75%,with negative elevator (push) of 25%. Activate the function. Adjust the travels as needed. (Ex:Ailerons each 75%, Elevator -25%.
THROTTLE-NEEDLE mixing (ACRO/HELI): (ACRO) (HELI) 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 maneuvers.
ACRO only. Optional: increase mixture when throttle is applied rapidlyACCE.(see above for details.) C to ACCE. THROTTLE STICK to idle. THROTTLE STICK full open quickly. as needed. HELI only: set curves for other conditions. C to condition name. to next condition to edit. Repeat above steps as needed. Close menu. Throttle delay function THR-DELAY (ACRO): The THR-DELAY function is used to slow the response of the throttle servo to simulate the slow response of a turbine engine.
Throttle curve (THR-CURVE)(ACRO): This function adjust the throttle operation curve for optimum the engine speed to throttle stick movement. NOTE: If the throttle EXP function is activated, you can not use THR-CURVE function simultaneously. Adjustability: • Separate curves for each switch position are available.
LINEAR PROGRAMMABLE MIXES (PROG.MIX1-4): Your 10C 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. see CURVE MIXES, p. 71.) There are a variety of reasons you might want to use these mixes. A few are listed here. All of the adjustable parameters are listed below, but don’t let them scare you.
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 ANY FLAP ELEV ON OFF NULL 5% 0 •Trim: 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.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: Set up a FLAP-ELEV mix: STEPS: INPUTS: Open an unused programmable mix. for 1 second. (If BASIC, (Ex: use PROG.MIX3 since it is already C to PROG.MIX-. ON when SWITCH C is in the down set-up for FLAP-ELEVATOR.) C to 3 >. position. again.) C Activate the function. to MIX. to ON. No elevator movement when flaps move Choose master and slave channels. already CH6 up (spoilers), (Ex: no need to change MASTER/SLAVE.
CURVE PROGRAMMABLE MIXES (PROG.MIX5-8)(HELI: PROG.MIX5-6 ): Your 10C’s ACRO/GLID programs contain four separate curve programmable mixes. HELI contains two. There are a variety of reasons you might want curve mixes . usually where a linear mix doesn’t fit your needs along the whole range. One preprogrammed 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.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Set up a RUDD-ELEV curve mix on a Open an unused curve programmable for 1 second. (If BASIC, model that pitches down severely at mix. (Ex: use PROG.MIX7 since it is C to PROG.MIX-. full rudder and not at all with minimal already set-up for RUDDER-ELEV.) C to 7 >. rudder input, and pitches worse on right rudder than left: Activate the function. to page 2. Point 1: 25% Point 2: 8% Point 3: 0% Point 4: 10% Point 5: 28% Choose master and slave channels.
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. • GYA350: for airplane aileron, elevator, or rudder. • GYA351: for airplane ailerons, especially two servos such as when using FLAPERON. • GYA352: for airplane aileron, elevator, or rudder control. Two of these surfaces (axis) can be controlled by GYA352.
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.
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 setups). The features that are identical refer back to the ACRO chapter. The glider BASIC menu includes MOTOR CUT and does not include IDLE-DOWN or THR-CUT.
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.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: Adjust travels as needed to match In the BASIC menu, choose END POINT. model’s recommended throws (usually listed as high rates).P. 39. Adjust the servos’ end points. (Ex: flap servo) Close the function. INPUTS: C to END POINT. to choose END POINT. C to FLAP. VR(A) until travel as desired. VR(A). Repeat as needed. C Set up dual/triple rates and exponential Choose D/R,EXP. (D/R,EXP) P. 42.
A LOOK AT THE RADIO'S GLID-SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS STEP BY STEP. Those functions which are identical to the ACRO 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.
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%. The switch's location and direction must be chosen. It defaults to NULL to avoid accidentally assigning it to a switch, which might result in an unintentional dead stick in flight. Adjustability: • RATE range of -30 to +30. The servo movement at 0% is maximum slow position of AIRBRAKE STICK.
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. • FLAPERON (GLID 1A+1F only): 2 aileron servos operate in opposite directions as ailerons and same direction as flaps. See p. 45. • CAMBER FLAP: provides camber movement or trimming of flaps. See p. 53. • For sailplanes, this function is also used as wing camber.
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 knife-edge. Adjustability: • RATE range of -100 to +100. Negative setting would result in opposite rudder (aileron) action from aileron (rudder).
AILE-FLAP(GLID 2A+2F only): This pre-programmed mix is used to create full span aileron action on a glider with 4wing servos. This increases the roll rate and decreases induced drag. For normal flying, a value of about 50% is often used. For slope racing or F3B models in speed runs, you may wish to use a larger value approaching 100%. Adjustability: • RATE range of -100 to +100. Negative setting would result in opposite aileron action from flaps. • SWITCH A-H fully assignable.
SPOILER MIX (GLID): moves the spoiler(s) by flipping the assigned switch and is used to make steep descents. And SPOILER MIX works linking with BUTTERFLY function. Adjustability: • Position: -100% to +100%, with a default of -50% (off), +50% (on) • Channel: Spoiler 1: ch8, 5 or 3 (ch8 or 3*), Spoiler 2: NULL, ch5 or 3 (NULL or ch3*) *GLID (2A+2F) mode • Elevator setting: Rate: -100% to +100%, Delay: 0% to 100% • SWITCH A-H fully assignable. Also LOGIC SW (Lsw1 to 3) may be assigned. Set up LOGIC SW: See p.
OFFSETs: additional flight conditions available specifically for sailplanes. These additional flight conditions contain different offset trims to make the saiplane perform certain maneuvers more easily. Aileron differential functions may be set to provide separate rates per condition selected. Prior to setting up OFFSET, you must active the conditions and assign the switches in the CONDITION/FUNCTION.
START DELAY (GLID 1A+1F only): START DELAY 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 set by the -dly- item when activating the START condition. (It is convenient for hand launch glider.) NOTE: The same delay amount for elevator and rudder is recommended when using V-tail function. Adjustability: • Delay time (-dly-) range of 0 to 100%. The delay time is 10 second at 100%.
Flap Setting (CAMBER FLAP)(GLID): CAMBER FLAP assigns the primary flap control [defaults to VR(A)] to allow trimming in flight of the flap action. The up/down travel of each flap (camber flaps: FLP1 / 2 ) can be adjusted independently. Also the center position of flap servo can be offset. NOTE: If FLAP-TRIM is activated, you can not use CAMBER FLAP function simultaneously.
BUTTERFLY (crow) mixing (GLID): 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. Separate two BUTTERFLY settings are available. (CIR1/CIR2) Adjustability: • Activation: Proportional by moving the THROTTLE STICK. • Switch: Mix SWITCH is selectable. A to H: SWITCH A to H NULL: always on. Also LOGIC SW (Lsw1 to 3) may be assigned. Set up LOGIC SW: See p.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: Activate BUTTERFLY. Open the BUTTERFLY function. Adjust the aileron and flap travel to 75%. Activate the function. Elevator settings are adjustable in the Adjust the travels as needed. B.FLY-ELE. (Ex: Ailerons each 75%, Flap 75%.) Mix switch is selectable. INPUTS: for 1 second. (If BASIC, C again.) to BUTTERFLY. SWITCH A in up position. C to MIX to OFF. C to AIL1 to 75%. C to FLAP to 75%. C to AIL2 to 75%. Close menu.
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). HELI ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS ............................. 99 THROTTLE HOLD .
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.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: C Reverse servos as needed for proper In the BASIC menu, open REVERSE. to REVERSE. control operation. Ex: LEFT RUDDER to choose REVERSE. STICK results in leading edge of tail rotor blades moving left. Reverse to Choose desired servo and reverse its C to CH4:RUDD. direction of travel. (Ex: reverse rudder operate properly. P. 38. so REV is highlighted. servo.) Are you sure? Displays. for 1 second. Repeat as needed. to return to BASIC menu.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Learn how to operate HOVERING PITCH Notice at half throttle, the VR(C) dial for 1 second. (If ADVANCE, and HOVERING THROTTLE. See p. 104. adjusts the throttle separately from the C to SERVO. pitch. VR(A) adjusts the pitch separately throttle to center from the throttle. VR(C) again.) VR(A) 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.
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 10CA, the default is ACRO. If it is a 10CH, the default is HELI(H-1).
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Change the MODEL TYPE and SWASH Confirm you are currently using the On home screen, check model name and # on top left. TYPE of model #3 from aircraft to 120 proper model memory. (example: 3) degree CCPM with 2 servos working in If it is not the correct model (example:3), unison for collective pitch and aileron see MODEL SELECT, p. 25. [HELI(HR3)]. Open PARAMETER submenu. again.) for 1 second. (If ADVANCE, to 2nd page of menu. Select proper MODEL TYPE.
SWASH AFR (not in SWH1): 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 function, 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.
Throttle Mixing (THROTTLE MIX): This function can be set for each flight condition, and is used to correct the tendency of the model to change altitude when the rotor is tilted by aileron, elevator, and rudder controls. Adjustability: • Mixing may be set from 0 to 100% each flight condition. GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: Correct the tendency of the model to Open THROTTLE MIX function. change altitude. Activate the function. Adjust the rate. Ex: IDL1 (AIL to TH) 10% Repeat as needed. Close the menu.
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.
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: Set up Normal Flight Condition Open the THR-CURV/NOR function. Throttle/Collective Pitch Curves and Adjust the first point. (Ex: 5%.) Revo. Base point: Adjust base point of throttle curve until engine idles reliably on Open the PIT-CURV/NOR function. ground. Adjust base point of collective Adjust the first point. (Ex: 8%.) pitch curve to achieve -4 degrees of blade pitch. Apply throttle until the Open the REVO. /NORM function. model sits ‘light’ on its skids.
HELI-SPECIFIC ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS THR-HOLD: This function holds the engine in the idling position and disengages it from the THROTTLE STICK when SWITCH E (10CH) or G (10CA) is moved. It is commonly used to practice auto-rotation. Prior to setting up THR-HOLD, hook up the throttle linkage so that the carburetor is opened fully at high throttle, then use the digital trim to adjust the engine idle position.
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.
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.
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 transitioned 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.
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. Adjustability: • Separate delay times are available for aileron, elevator, rudder, throttle, and pitch. • With a 50% delay setting, the servo takes about a half-second to move to its new position...quite a long time. • In general, delays of approximately 10-15% are sufficient.
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. Adjustability: • Rotor speed changes caused by temp., humidity, altitude or other changes in flying conditions are easily accommodated. • Both adjustments may be inhibited if not desired.
HIGH/LOW PITCH (HI/LO-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). Adjustability: • You may define high and low side rate trim knobs (the high side pitch trim control is defined as the right side lever at initial setting). • The conditions are activated in the CONDITION SELECT function (p.100). • Both adjustments may be set to MANUAL, temporarily turning off the knob.
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 left, a gyro will sense that motion (and confirm 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.
Gain Example for AVCS/Heading-hold Gyros (GY) GY 100% NOR 0% 100% AVC "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, heading-hold/AVCS setting in idle-ups function. C to GYRO SENSE. 1 and 2 and normal mode setting in idleC Activate the function. to MIX. to ACT. up3 and normal. Optional: change gyro type to Headinghold (GY). C to MODE.
GOVERNORS: GV-1 connections Magnetic sensor Throttle servo Control amp Mixture servo Connected only when fuel mixture function used.
The GV-1 controls throttle when it is active, so the throttle will not obey any FailSafe settings preset 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.
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): battery pack, made of 4 alkaline cells or 5 Ni-Cd cells. See Accessories.
triggered by THROTTLE STICK POSITION. For similar glider programming, see BUTTERFLY. ...................................... 63 AMA: Academy of Model Aeronautics. Non-profit organization governing model aircraft flight in the US. ...................... 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.
servos. Channel 9/10 switch selection and direction control: See AUX-CH. ...................................................................................... 46 Channel delay: see THROTTLE DELAY (ACRO) and DELAY(HELI). 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.
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.
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.
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 and setup. ............................................................................................................................. 18 Inverted: to fly a model upside-down.
set up 2 similar models, or make a copy of a working model to experiment with new setups. Also used to copy models to/ from the CAMpac data storage unit. ................................................................................................................................... 31 MODEL NAME: gives each model memory an 8-character name for easy recognition. In MODEL submenu. ..........................
PITCH CURVE: (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 3 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 5 curves are also adjustable in the ADVANCE menu. .........................
switch. 10C of fers 4 separate snaps with 1 or 2 switches used for selection. ..................................................................... 59 Speed Flaps: main flaps on a 5-servo glider. SPOILER MIX (GLID): moves the spoiler(s) by flipping the assigned switch and is used to make steep descents. And SPOILER MIX works linking with BUTTERFLY function. .......................................................................................................................
Throttle trim adjustment: see ATL to change throttle trim from “idle only” to full trim control like all other channels. See THR-REV 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 be programmed. ...........................................................
