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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 8J, that name, feature, or abbreviation will be exactly as
seen on the radio's screen, including capitalization and shown in a DIFFERENT TYPE STYLE for clarity. Any
STICK, those words will be displayed as they are here.
TRANSMITTER:
• Large graphic liquid-crystal display panel with three buttons, an easy set up turn-and-press jog-key for
quick, easy setup.
• All transmitters include both aircraft types with specialized programming for each, including:
• Airplane ( ACRO )
• V-TAIL
• ELEVON
• AIRBRAKE
• Helicopter (8 swashplate types, including CCPM, see page 93)( HELI )
• 3 Idle Ups
• Revo. Mixing
• Delay
• Four electronic TRIM LEVERS for rapid yet precise trim adjustment - no remembering to "store trims"
between models and no more "bumped trims" during transport.
• IDLE- DOWN ( ACRO ), THR-CUT ( ACRO / HELI ) (engine shut off), setups to allow precise engine/motor control for
taxi and landings.
• 20 complete model memories.
• New stick design with improved feel, adjustable length and tension.
• Two rates available by setting dual rates to 3-position switches.
• Eight SWITCHES, and DIAL; completely assignable in most applications.
• Trainer system includes the "functional" ( FUNC ) setting, which allows the student to use the 8J's mixing,
helicopter, and other programming functions even with a 4-channel buddy box. (Optional trainer cord
required.)
• Permanent memory storage via EEPROM with no backup battery to service or have fail.
• 8JA transmitter features airplane friendly switch layout, with the trainer switch at the left hand (Mode 2),
and a notched throttle to minimize throttle changes with rudder input. Defaults to ACRO model type.
• 8JH transmitter features helicopter-friendly switch layout, with idle-up and throttle hold switches at the left
hand, and a smooth, ratchet-less (unsprung) throttle for perfect hovering. Defaults to HELI ( H-1 swashplate
type) model type.
• Change transmitter mode from mode 2 to modes 1, 3, or 4. (See P. 91)
• The built-in antenna which puts the antenna within the transmitter case.
• The diversity system which has 2 antennas in the inside of a transmitter.
A QUICK INTRODUCTION TO THE 8J SYSTEM
• Twin Aileron Servos ( FLAPERON and AIL-DIFF )
• Twin Elevator Servos ( AILEVATOR )
• Snap Roll (4 separate directions available)
• Throttle and Pitch Curves per Condition
• Gyro Mixing including Separate Settings per Condition
• Governor Mixing
SWITCH A, VR, or the THROTTLE
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• Gyro Mixing
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