Foreword - GRAUPNER MX-16S Programming Manual

mx-16s – the latest generation of radio control technology
During the development phase of the mx-16s we retai-
ned and further refi ned the overall programming philo-
sophy of the mc-24. This system was introduced in 1997
and is renowned throughout the world; many thousands
are already in use.
Although this radio control system has been specially
developed for the beginner, it is capable of controlling all
current types of model, from fi xed-wing model aeropla-
nes and helicopters to model boats and cars.
In the area of fi xed-wing models and helicopters it is of-
ten necessary to employ complex mixer functions for the
control surfaces or the swashplate control system. Com-
puter technology enables you to activate a vast range of
functions to cope with special model requirements – just
by pressing a button. With the mx-16s all you do is se-
lect the appropriate model type, and the software then
presents you automatically with the appropriate mixer
and coupling functions. This means that the transmit-
ter requires no additional modules in order to implement
complex coupled functions, and you can forget all about
old-fashioned mechanical mixers in the model. The mx-
16s provides an extremely high level of safety and relia-
bility in use.
The software is carefully arranged in a logically structu-
red menu system. Options which are inter-connected in
terms of function are clearly organised in terms of con-
tent.
• Model memories
• Base settings
• Servo settings
• Control settings
• Dual Rate/Expo
• Phase trim (fi xed-wing only)
• Wing mixers / Heli mixer
• Free mixers
6 Introduction
• Swashplate mixers (helicopter only)
• Fail Safe (SPCM transmission mode only)
The mx-16s provides 12 model memories, each of
which can store model settings for different fl ight pha-
ses. Individual phases can be called up in fl ight simp-
ly by operating a switch, so that you can try out various
settings quickly and without risk. This can be for test pur-
poses or for varying parameters for different phases of
fl ight.
The large graphic screen makes operating the transmit-
ter a simple, self-explanatory process. Mixers and other
functions can be displayed in graphic form, and this is
extraordinarily helpful.
The beginner soon becomes familiar with the wide ran-
ge of functions available thanks to the clear, logical-
ly arranged program structure. Adjustments are made
using just two rocker buttons, together with the SELECT
and CLEAR buttons to either side of the high-contrast
screen, and in this way you very quickly learn how to
make full use of all the options you need, depending on
your experience in handling radio-controlled models.
When used with the new "smc..." receivers the mx-16s
can provide servo travel at extremely high resolution
with 1024 control "steps" using the SUPER-PCM digital
modulation mode, for ultra-fi ne control. Naturally we gu-
arantee full compatibility with earlier PPM-FM and PCM
receiver systems.
This manual describes each menu in detail, and also
provides dozens of useful tips, notes and programming
examples to complement the basic information. More
general modelling terms, such as Transmitter controls,
Dual-Rates, Butterfl y (Crow) and many others, are all
explained in the manual.
The appendix contains comprehensive information on
the Trainer (teacher / pupil) system. The manual con-
cludes with a table of the frequencies approved for
use in individual European countries, copies of the Ap-
proval Certifi cate, the Conformity Declaration and the
transmitter's Guarantee Certifi cate.
Please read the safety notes and the technical informa-
tion. We recommend that you read right through the in-
structions with great care, and check all the functions
as described in the text. This can be carried out simply
by connecting servos to the supplied receiver, and wat-
ching their response as you program the transmitter.
This is the quickest method of becoming familiar with the
essential procedures and functions of the mx-16s.
Always handle your radio-controlled model with a re-
sponsible attitude to avoid endangering yourself and
others.
All of us in the GRAUPNER team wish you every suc-
cess and many years of pleasure with your mx-16s,
which is an excellent example of the latest generation of
radio control systems.
Kirchheim-Teck, november 2006