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Thank you for purchasing a Futaba SKYSPORT 6. Before using your SKYSPORT 6, read this
manual carefully and use your R/C set safely. After reading this manual, store it in a safe place.
See the glossary page 22 for a definition of the special terms used in this manual.
APPLICATION, EXPORT, AND RECONSTRUCTION
1. This product may be used for model airplane or surface use if on the correct frequency.
The product described in this manual is subject to regulations of the Ministry of Radio/Telecommu-
nications and is restricted under Japanese law to such purposes.
2. Exportation precautions
(a) When this product is exported from Japan, its use is to be approved by the Radio Law of the
country of destination.
(b) Use of this product with other than models may be restricted by Export and Trade Control
Regulations. An application for export approval must be submitted.
3. Modification, adjustment, and replacement of parts
Futaba is not responsible for unauthorized modification, adjustment, and replacement of parts of this
product.
THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT APPLIES TO THE RECEIVER (FOR U.S.A.)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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- Page 1 •No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permission. •The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. •This manual has been carefully written. Please write to Futaba if you feel that any corrections or clarifications should be made.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ONTENTS FOR SAFETY ....................4 Meaning of Special Markings ................. 4 Precautions During Flight ..................4 Nicd Battery Charging Precautions ................. 6 Storage and Disposal Precautions ................7 Other Precautions ....................8 BEFORE USE ....................9 Set Contents ......................9 Name and Handling of Each Part ................ -
Page 3: For Safety
AFETY AFETY To ensure safe use, observe the following precautions. Meaning of Special Markings Pay special attention to the safety at the parts of this manual that are indicated by the following marks. Mark Meaning Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition and cause death or serious injury to the user if not carried out properly. - Page 4 AFETY Do not fly in the following places: -Near other R/C flying fields (within about 3km) -Near people on the ground, or objects in the air -Near homes, schools, hospitals, or other places where there is a lot of people -Near high tension lines, high structures, or communication facilities Radiowave interference and obstructions may cause a crash.
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Page 5: Nicd Battery Charging Precautions
AFETY When turning on the power switch After setting the transmitter throttle stick to maximum slow, 1. Turn on the transmitter power switch, 2. Then turn on the receiver power switch. When turning off the power switch After stopping the engine, 1. -
Page 6: Storage And Disposal Precautions
AFETY Do not use commercial nicd penlight batteries. During quick charging, the battery holder contacts may overheat and damage the equipment, or prevent charging. Do not short the nicd battery connector terminals. Shorting the terminals may cause sparking and overheating and result in burns or fire. Do not drop or apply strong shock to nicd battery. -
Page 7: Other Precautions
Do not get fuel, waste oil, etc. on plastic parts. The plastic may melt and fail to function. Always use Genuine Futaba transmitter, receiver, servos, FET amp, nicd battery, and other optional parts. Futaba is not responsible for damage, etc. caused by the use of parts other than Genuine Futaba parts. -
Page 8: Before Use
EFORE EFORE Set Contents After opening the carton, first check if the following items are provided. The set contents depend on the type of set, and these are the standard. (not for U.S.A.) (not for U.S.A.) Transmitter T6YF Receiver FP-R116FB R127DF R116FB Servo... -
Page 9: Name And Handling Of Each Part
/Aileron stick Elevator trim Throttle trim lever lever(Mode 1) (Mode 1) Throttle trim Elevator trim lever lever(Mode 2) (Mode 2) FUTABA FLIGHT COMFORT NARROW BAND TECHNOLOGY DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL R/C SYSTEM Aileron trim lever THROTTLE HIGH SERVO REVERSER THROTTLE CONTROL POWER... - Page 10 EFORE Landing gear switch: Controls the raising and lowering of retractable landing gear. Not all models will use this function. Flap knob: Controls the flap servo(CH6). Throttle ATV trimmer(LOW/HIGH): Used to adjust throttle servo travel limits. Servo travel can be adjusted independently in each direction.
- Page 11 EFORE Do not charge a dry battery. A dry battery may be charged and cause overheating or breakage and electrolyte leakage and result in burns or damage by chemical mater. Charging the Nicd Battery Never plug the special charger into an AC outlet other than specific voltage. If the charger is plugged into an AC outlet other than specific voltage, overheating, sparking, etc, may cause burns, fire, etc.
- Page 12 EFORE Receiver R127DF Output connector/Battery connector "7": (Not used) (CH7) "6": Flap servo (CH6) "5": Gear servo (CH5) Antenna "4": Rudder servo (CH4) "3": Throttle servo (CH3) "2": Elevator servo (CH2) "1": Aileron servo (CH1) "B": Battery connector Crystal: The crystal is replaced from the side of the receiver. Receiver R116FB(not for U.S.A.) Battery connector and Output connector "6"...
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Page 13: Transmitter Operation And Movement Of Each Servo
EFORE Transmitter Operation and Movement of Each Sesvo Before making any adjustments, learn the operation of the transmitter and the movement of each servo. (In the following descriptions, the transmitter is assumed to be in the standby state.) Aileron Operation When the aileron stick is moved to the right, the right aileron is raised and the left aileron is lowered, relative to the direction of flight, and the plane turns to the right. -
Page 14: Installation And Adjustment
NSTALLATION AND DJUSTMENT NSTALLATION AND DJUSTMENT This section describes the installation method and adjustment method after installation when installing the receiver, servos, etc. to the plane. Connections Connection examples are shown below. Make the connections matched to the type of set. Connection Example(R127DF) •Four servos are supplied as standard. - Page 15 NSTALLATION AND DJUSTMENT (Connector Connection) Insert the receiver, servo, and battery connectors fully and firmly. If vibration, etc. causes a connector to work loose during flight, the plane may crash. (Receiver Vibrationproofing / Waterproofing) Vibrationproof the receiver by wrapping it in sponge rubber or some such material. If the receiver may get wet, waterproof it by placing it in a plastic bag.
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Page 16: Adjustments
NSTALLATION AND DJUSTMENT Adjustments The operating direction, neutral position, and steering angle of each servo are adjusted. The basic linkage and adjustments of the fuselage conform to the fuselage design drawings and kit instruction manual. Be sure that the center of gravity is at the prescribed position. -
Page 17: Using Other Functions
SING THER UNCTION SING THER UNCTIONS Using the Frequency Board Stick the band number seal to the frequency board. Install the frequency board to the antenna. Pass the frequency board over the small part of the antenna and slide it to the large part. Use side A or side B, depending on the thickness of the antenna. -
Page 18: Trainer Function
SING THER UNCTION Trainer Function The trainer function is a very effective way for training students. To use it, the special trainer cord (sold separately) is necessary. The special trainer cord can be connected to SKYSPORT4, SKYSPORT6, 7U series, 8U series, and PCM1024Z series transmitters. -
Page 19: Reference
EFERENCE EFERENCE *Specifications and ratings are subject to change without prior notice. Ratings Transmitter T6YF Receiver R116FB(not for U.S.A.) (2 sticks, 6 channels, FM transmitter) (6 channels, FM receiver) Transmitting frequency: 29, 35, 36, 40, 41, 50, Receiving frequency: 29, 35, 36, 40, 41, 60, 72 60, 72, 75 MHz Modulation method: FM(Frequency Modulation) Intermediate frequency: 455kHz... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
If your digital proportional R/C set does not operate, its range is short, it intermittently stops operating, or it operates erroneously, take the action shown in the table below. If this does not correct the trouble, please contact a Futaba dealer. Check point... -
Page 21: Glossary
EFERENCE Glossary The following defines the symbols and terms used in this instruction manual. Aileron (AIL.) Reverse (REV.) Control surface at the left and right sides of the With the servo reversing function, this is used to main wing of an aircraft. It usually controls mean the reverse side. -
Page 22: Repair Service
If you have any questions regarding this product, please consult your local hobby dealer or contact the Futaba Service Center. The address and telephone number are listed below. (For U.S.A.) (Telephone inquiries are accepted from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM PST daily, except on Saturday, Sunday and Holidays.)