Lemon RX Instructions Manual

Stabilizer plus 7-channel receiver

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Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver - Essential Instructions
Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
What does the Stabilizer PLUS do? ..................................................................................................................... 2
Requirements of the Stabilizer PLUS .................................................................................................................. 2
Transmitter ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
Servos and Power Sources .............................................................................................................................. 3
Installation and Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Binding (Bind Plug in channel 7) ..................................................................................................................... 4
Setting Failsafe (Bind Plug in channel 7) ......................................................................................................... 5
Preparing to Fly ................................................................................................................................................... 6
Your First Flight ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Resetting the Stabilizer ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Resetting Level and Alignment (Toggle).......................................................................................................... 7
Resetting Stick Neutrals (Toggle) .................................................................................................................... 8
Special Options ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Stabilizer Always-ON (Rebind) ........................................................................................................................ 9
Changing Mode Order and Autolevel Setting (Bind Plug in channels 4, 5, 6)................................................. 9
Hardware Reset (Bind Plug in channels 2, 3, 4) ............................................................................................ 10
Other Issues ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Using a Two-Position Switch to Control Stabilization ................................................................................... 10
Using the Stabilizer PLUS with a DX6i ........................................................................................................... 10
Mixing ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
Stabilizer Mode Settings ............................................................................................................................... 11
Alignment and Location ................................................................................................................................ 11
Mounting ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Vibration ....................................................................................................................................................... 12
Further Information
For more detailed information see the Complete Guide to the Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS, available at:
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=29478801&postcount=4
A number of short instructional videos for the Stabilizer PLUS are available on the same RCGroups post.
To offer comments or raise questions about the Stabilizer PLUS or the instructions, please go to The Official
Lemon STABILIZER PLUS thread on RC Groups:
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?2800238-The-official-Lemon-STABILIZER-PLUS-thread-
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Lemon Stab Plus Essential Instructions 2017 v.1a.doc
Lemon RX
Stabilizer PLUS 7-Channel Receiver
Essential Instructions
2017-01-07
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Mounting ..............................11 Vibration ............................... 12 Further Information For more detailed information see the Complete Guide to the Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS, available at: https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=29478801&postcount=4 A number of short instructional videos for the Stabilizer PLUS are available on the same RCGroups post.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    100%/0%/-100% The Lemon Stabilizer PLUS may not work properly with the Spektrum® DM8 and DM9 modules or with certain non- Spektrum DSMX/DSM2-compatible equipment, including some OrangeRX® transmitter modules.
  • Page 3: Servos And Power Sources

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions on channel 5. Such transmitters can also usually be programmed to invoke Autolevel mode for momentary emergency recovery. See the Complete Guide for information on programming. Transmitters with only a two-position switch on channel 5, such as the older examples of DX4e and DX5e, as...
  • Page 4: Installation And Setup

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions Installation and Setup These instructions are intended to explain the basic steps in setting up the Lemon Stabilizer PLUS to fly a conventional plane using the following channel assignments: 1. Throttle 2. Ailerons (or Right Aileron if dual servos on separate channels are used) 3.
  • Page 5: Setting Failsafe (Bind Plug In Channel 7)

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions 3. With the throttle at LOW position, turn ON the transmitter in Bind Mode (check instructions for your transmitter). The transmitter will usually bind at fairly close range but may sometimes need to be separated from the receiver by 1-2m (3-6 feet) or more.
  • Page 6: Preparing To Fly

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions Preparing to Fly Always remove the propeller when working with the battery plugged in. 1. With the receiver already bound, power up first the transmitter and then the receiver (i.e, transmitter should be FIRST ON, LAST OFF). The Stabilizer PLUS will calibrate its sensors automatically any time the model remains stationary, with no vibration, for 2 or 3 seconds during power-up of the receiver.
  • Page 7: Your First Flight

    Stabilizer Level and Alignment and Stick Neutrals, as explained below. If you are a beginning flier looking to use the Lemon Stabilizer PLUS to assist you in developing your piloting skills, we recommend enlisting the help of an experienced pilot for the first flights.
  • Page 8: Resetting Stick Neutrals (Toggle)

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions Toggle Gesture 3-position Move the Stabilizer Mode switch on your transmitter back and forth as quickly as possible through its full range for at least 2 seconds. This procedure applies to both 2- and 3- position switches.
  • Page 9: Special Options

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions Special Options Stabilizer Always-ON (Rebind) By default, channel 5 (Gear) is dedicated to controlling Stabilizer mode (OFF, Gyro, Autolevel), so its pins are basically not usable for other functions. Stabilizer Always-ON, however, allows channel 5 to be used to control retractable landing gear or for other functions.
  • Page 10: Hardware Reset (Bind Plug In Channels 2, 3, 4)

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions To check the settings, simply power up the receiver with the bind plug across channels 4, 5 and 6 and observe the configuration of Indicator 1 and Indicator 2 lights. See above for the meaning of the lights.
  • Page 11: Mixing

    Alignment and Location The Lemon Stabilizer PLUS must be aligned with the flight axis of the model and the servo connectors must be to the rear. It can be mounted upright, inverted or on either edge, but only if it is mounted fully upright can default values be used to determine level.
  • Page 12: Vibration

    Lemon RX Stabilizer PLUS Receiver – Essential Instructions The disadvantage of mounting with tape is that subsequent removal of the unit can be difficult. Accordingly, Velcro®-type tape can be used (avoid thick or extra strong types). Cover the whole bottom of the receiver with the fuzzy (loop) side of the material.

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