Trainer - FUTABA 10CAG Instruction Manual

TRAINER : for training novice pilots with optional trainer cord connecting 2 transmitters. The instructor has several levels of
controllability.
• MIX : When the TRAINER SWITCH is ON, the channel set to this mode can be controlled by both the student and
the instructor, controlled according to any mixing set at the instructor's transmitter. And the student's mixing rate is
adjustable. (default 30%)
[Note] However, it becomes invalid even if the channel is not in a student's transmitter. The channel serves as operation by
the instructor's transmitter automatically.
• OFF : The channel set to this mode cannot be controlled by the student even when the TRAINER SWITCH is ON. The set
channel is controlled by the instructor only, even when the TRAINER SWITCH is ON.
• SWITCH: controlled by spring-loaded SWITCH F (10CAG) or H (10CHG) only. Not assignable.
• Compatibility: The 10CG may be master or student with any Futaba transmitter compatible with the cord. Simply plug
the optional trainer cord (For 10CG series, sold separately) into the trainer connection on each transmitter, and follow the
guidelines below.
Examples:
5-channel helicopter practice is possible
with a 4-channel transmitter.
• Set up the model in a second transmitter,
use NORM mode to quickly and safely check
proper operation of all functions, then allow
• Using NORM mode, set lower throws,
different exponentials, even different
auxiliary channel settings on the student
radio (if it has these features).
• To ease the learning curve, elevator and
aileron may be set to the NORM or FUNC
mode, with the other channels set to OFF
and controlled by the instructor.
GOAL of EXAMPLE:
Turn on the TRAINER system and set up
so student has: fully functional control
of aileron and elevator to support
FL APERON a n d AILEVATOR ; n o r m a l
control of rudder to allow lowered
travel; and no throttle channel control
(with the instructor for safety).
Where next?
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.
• FUNC : When the TRAINER SWITCH is ON, the channel set to this mode can
be controlled by the student, controlled according to any mixing set at the
instructor's transmitter.
Precautions:
FUNC , • NEVER turn on the student's transmitter power.
• ALWAYS set the student transmitter modulation mode to PPM .
As for a T10CG transmitter, PPM signal is always sent by the trainer jack
regardless of the modulation mode.
• BE SURE that the student and instructor transmitters have identical trim
settings and control motions. Verify by switching back and forth while
moving the control sticks.
• Always remove the student transmitter's RF module (if it is a module-
type transmitter).
• When the TRAINER function is active, the snap roll function is deactivated.
Other functions, such as IDLE-DOWN and THR-CUT , which have been
assigned to the same switch, are not deactivated. Always double check
your function assignments prior to utilizing the TRAINER function.
• When you select a different model, the TRAINER function is deactivated in
the current model for safety reasons.
STEPS:
Open BASIC menu, then open TRAINER
function.
Activate TRAINER .
Choose desired channel(s) and proper
training type(s).
Close.
Reset trims on student 10CG: see p. 48.
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INPUTS:
for 1 second.
(If ADVANCE ,
to page 2. C to TRAINER .
to OFF .
C past AIL and ELE (default OK).
to THR , to OFF .
C
C to RUD , to NORM .
D/R , EXP ) on student 10CG: see p.42.
again.)