TABLE OF CONTENTS ........3 INTRODUCTION..........4 . U 2 ..........37 U ....4 . U 2 ......38 ........5 ............. 5 IC O R TION ........39 ............ 39 OR U ............. 9 ..........40 ..... 9 .............
Support and Service: It is recommended to have your Futaba equipment serviced annually during your hobby’s “off season” to ensure safe operation. Hereby Futaba Corporation declares that the radio equipment type is in compliance with irective 2 4/ 3/ The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: <...
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The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. The contents of this manual should be complete but if there are any unclear or missing parts please contact a Futaba Service Center.
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the operation of both the teacher and student Do not fly at the following places: transmitter. ■ Near another radio control flying field. ■ Even one incorrect transmitter setting or aircraft abnor- ■ Near or above people. mality can cause a crash. ■...
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■ Charging the battery past the specified value may If the battery liquid should get in your eyes, do cause a fire, combustion, rupture, or liquid leakage. not rub your eyes, but immediately wash them When quick charging, do not charge the battery above with tap water or other clean water and get treat- ed by a doctor.
ESC, battery, etc. ■ If left in such an environment, the plastic may be damaged. ■ Futaba is not responsible for damage sustained by combination with parts other than Futaba Genuine ■ Since the metal parts of the case may corrode, always Parts.
You cannot use the self-neutral throttle stick for R/C airplanes, helicopters, and certain multi-copters. Allowing the engine/motor to reach middle speed via automatic throttle stick return is very dangerous. If using the FX-36 for R/C airplanes and helicopters, you must change the throttle stick to the ratchet type. < Before Use >...
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FX-36 system as well as to any other models of Futaba transmitters. The FX-36 transmitter uses one of the three cord plug types according to the transmitter connected. Servos - there are various kinds of servos. Please choose the Futaba servos that best suit your model and purpose. If you utilize an S.
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● Monitor LED ● Antenna ● Dial LD. RD ● Switch ● Switch ● Rotary trim ● Rotary trim ● Linear slider ● Stick ● Stick ● Rotary trim ● Power T1-T4 Switch ● H/E Button (Home/Exit) ● U/M Button (User menu/Servo monitor)...
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As with all radio frequency transmissions the strongest area of signal transmission is from the sides of the transmitter s antenna. As such the antenna should not be pointed directly at the model. If your ying style creates this situation easily move the antenna to correct this situation. I f y o u f l y w i t h y o u r Low power t r a n s m i t t e r f a c i n g...
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SH : 3 positions; Alternate; SA : 3 positions; Alternate; Short lever Short lever SG : SB : 3 positions; Alternate; 3 positions; Alternate; Short lever Short lever SE : 2 positions; Alternate; SD : 3 positions; Alternate; Long lever Long lever *Self retum 2 positions...
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The volume D and RD knobs allow analog input. *The FX-36 transmitter beeps when the volume knob reaches the center position. * ou can use each setting screen of the mixing functions to select volumes and define the direction of movement.
This transmitter is equipped with 6 rotary trims. In addition when the trim position returns to the center the tone will change. ou can always monitor trim positions by referencing the CD screen. * ou can select the trim step amount and the display unit on the home screen on the T -T6 setting screen within the linkage menu.
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① "OPEN" of a slider is pushed. ② It slides in the direction of an arrow. Slider *When a slider is raised, it is the structure which an internal stopper releases Release Release Release Release Release Stopper * When shutting a case, a slider is lowered and a stopper is locked.
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Do not use the transmitter as it is. Send it to the Futaba service center. Charge the transmitter battery before using it for the first time. To do this insert the transmitter...
FX-36 transmitter will begin emitting RF automatically after it con rms the surrounding RF conditions. The status of the transmitter is displayed by D at the upper part of the front of a FX-36.
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Tapping the settings buttons for Tap the panel with your finger to enter each value on the settings screen data. will cause value input buttons to *Plastic lm is attached to the Touch Panel. Please appear at the top of the panel. be careful so that you don t scratch the Touch Panel with anything hard such as a metal object.
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. CAUTION The FX-36's touch screen is very sensitive. To avoid accidentally activating it during a flight, it is suggested that it be locked. Due to the touch screen's sensitivity, allowing it to be touched...
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The status of the transmitter is displayed by D at the upper part of the front of a FX-36. reen reen tart n ra ner t an e chec b n n ece er n ast b n n *Example Stick Mode2...
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*Example Stick Mode2 A general model example. (There is also a different operational model.) Roll Axis Control Pitch Axis Control Nose Up Right roll The right aileron is up. Elevator stick The left aileron Aileron stick is down. Elevator is To the right (moved to the bottom) Level flight...
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*Example Stick Mode2 A general model example. (There is also a different operational model.) Roll Axis Control Pitch Axis Control Right roll Nose Up Elevator stick Aileron stick To the right (moved to the bottom) Level flight Level flight Neutral Neutral Left roll Elevator stick...
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*Example Stick Mode2 A general model example. (There is also a different operational model.) Roll Axis Control Pitch Axis Control Right roll Nose Up Right slide Elevator stick Aileron stick Back slide To the right (moved to the bottom) Hovering Level flight Hovering Level flight...
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r better er cs n trays the set ◆ c nta ns st c e tens ns h ch can be nstea e er hea s . ou can adjust the length of stick levers as you like. It is recommended to adjust the length of the sticks in line with your hand size.
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hen the optional stick switch is connected to the inside accessories connector SI - S ou can make fine adjustments to the angle of switch SI - S becomes usable. a stick lever either inwards or outwards from the center stick position. he a rench Cable inlet...
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ou can choose either airplane ratchet system or helicopter-touch. Mode1/3 Mode2/4 Modi cation to ratchet system hen modifying the throttle stick from self- neutral system factory installation to ratchet system use the accessory parts to change the corresponding switch to the mode Mode Included in set Mode 2 used.
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ou can choose either airplane ratchet system or helicopter-touch. *This transmitter has two ratchet plates one for airplane and the other one for helicopter. If you tighten both screws you won t be able to achieve the adjustment that you need because of the overlap of those two adjustments.
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* ou can set the trainer function on the Trainer Function The FX-36 transmitter model data can be stored screen in the System menu. by using any commonly found SD card. FX-36 transmitter update software is released the Connecting a stereo headphone to this plug the software is updated using an SD card.
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The FX-36 transmitter model data can be stored by using any commonly found SD card. hen FX- 36 transmitter update software is released the software is updated using an SD card. The FX-36 is capable of using SD and SDHC cards SD:32M -2G SDHC:4G -32G .
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efore using the receiver be sure to read the DANGER precautions listed in the following pages. Don't attach a connector as shown in the preceding illustration. *It will short-circuit if connected in this way. A short circuit across the battery terminals may cause abnormal heating, fire and burns.
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. Once l c e the c rrect e the The FX-36 has the ability to link to two ill chan e t a s li c l r. receivers. ne of them outputting . lease cycle the recei er s p...
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The R S has two antennas. In order to maximize signal reception and promote safe modeling Futaba has adopted a diversity antenna system. This allows the receiver to obtain RF signals on both antennas and y problem-free. *Must be kept as straight as possible.
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Wood screw 2.3-2.6mm nut washer Rubber Rubber WARNING grommet grommet Brass eyelet Brass eyelet Servo mount Connecting connectors Servo mount 2.3-2.6mm screw Be sure to insert the connector until it stops at the deepest point. (Airplane/Glider) (Helicopter) How to protect the receiver from vibration and water To prevent the servo lead cable from being Wrap the receiver with something...
S2 special settings and mixes in your transmitter may be unnecessary. The S. S/S. S2 servos memorize the number of channels themselves. settable with the FX-36 The S. S/S. S2 system and conventional system receiver conventional CH used can be mixed.
*When using 8/SB as S.BUS, you must set the receiver to Mode B or Mode D. See ●S.BUS Servo R7008SB CH MODE TABLE Since the channel number is memorized by the S.BUS itself, any connector can be used. When the SBD-1, SBD-2 (sold separately) is used, ordinary servos can be used with the S.BUS system.
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hen using the S. S2 port an impressive array of telemetry sensors may be utilized. S.BUS2 TABLE S.BUS2 S.BUS Servo Servo Receiver port Telemetry sensor S.BUS2 S.BUS Gyro Gyro S.BUS ○ ○ × S.BUS2 × (※) ○ ○ (※)Don't connect S.BUS Servo, S.BUS Gyro to S.BUS2 connector.
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S/S. S2 servos or a telemetry sensor can be connected directly to the FX-36. Channel setting and other data can be entered for the S. S/S. S2 servos or sensors. 1. C nnect the . e ice y ant t...
BASIC OPERATION This is the Home screen and descriptions of its menus. Use your finger to operate the touch screen. Battery voltage for receivers Condition name Battery Indicator • In FASSTest/T-FHSS mode, it is • The condition name • When the battery voltage displayed.
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Each transmitter has an individually assigned, unique ID code. In order to start operation, the receiver must be linked with the ID code of the transmitter to which it is being paired. Once the link is made, the ID code is stored in the receiver and no further linking is necessary unless the receiver is to be used with another transmitter.
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*Telemetry function cannot be used for the 2nd 9. ACT will be chosen if telemetry is used. receiver. → FASSTest18CH It is INH when not using it. *Telemetry function cannot be used for the dual receiver. → T-FHSS, FASSTest12CH *You must link one receiver at a time. If both power supplies to the receivers are switched on simultaneously, data is received incorrectly by the transmitter.
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◆ When the receiver has the transmitter's ID in memory, a link is established and normal operation is allowed. ◆ When the transmitter has the receiver's ID in memory, a link is established and telemetry functions are usable. The transmitter stores receiver IDs by model; thus, if it does not have a particular receiver model ID stored in memory or has a different receiver ID stored, telemetry functions will be unusable.
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It is extremely important to range check your models prior to each ying session. This enables you to ensure that everything is functioning as it should and to obtain maximum enjoyment from your time ying. The FX-36 transmitter incorporates a system that reduces its power output and allows you to perform such a range check.
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MODEL BASIC SETTING PROCEDURE Initial setting assigns 1 model to the FX-36 transmitter. The Model Select function is used to add models and to select models which are already set. If the direction of the servo is incorrect, adjust the direction with the Reverse function of the Linkage menu.
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This function is used when an air brake is necessary when taking off or diving, etc. The preset elevators and aps (camber ap, brake ap) offset amount can be activated by a switch. The offset amount of the aileron, elevator, and flap servos can be adjusted as needed.
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This section outlines examples of use of the helicopter functions of the FX-36. Adjust the actual values, etc. to match the fuselage used. Default setting assigns 1 model to the FX-36. To add The transmitter can install up to eight ight conditions new models or to call a model already set, use the Model per model.
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For a description of the connection method, see "Servos connection by model type". Note: The channel assignment of the FX-36 is different from that of our existing systems. Swash plate correction (Except H-1 mode)
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matched to airborne ight. Set to -7º~ 12º as standard. *If throttle hold is necessary, please refer to the Throttle hold Pitch curve (Idle up 2) function. The high side pitch setting is less than idle up 1. The standard is +8º. Pitch curve (Hold) Throttle cut provides an easy way to stop the engine, At auto rotation, use the maximum pitch at both...
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The FX-36 transmitter channels are automatically assigned for optimal combination according to the type selected with the Model type function of the Linkage menu. The channel assignment (initial setting) for each model type is shown below. Connect the receiver and servos to match the type used.
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Ailevator 1AIL 2AIL 2AIL+1FLAP 2AIL+2FLAP 2AIL+4FLAP 4AIL+2FLAP 4AIL+4FLAP Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator...
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FASSTest 18CH / FASST MULTI / FASST 7CH / S-FHSS H-4/H-4X Swash All other Aileron Aileron Elevator Elevator Throttle Throttle Rudder Rudder Gyro Gyro Pitch Pitch Governor Governor Elevator2 Governor2 Gyro2 Gyro2 Gyro3 Gyro3 Governor2 Needle Needle AUX5 AUX4 AUX3 AUX2 AUX1 FASSTest 12CH...
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Multicopter Aileron Elevator Throttle Rudder Gyro Gyro2 Gyro3 Camera TILT Camera PAN Camera REC Mode AUX5 AUX4 AUX3 AUX2 AUX1 SW SD SW SD SW SA < Model Basic Setting Procedure >...
SYSTEM MENU When the System menu button is tapped, The System menu sets up functions of the the menu shown below is called up. Tap the transmitter. This does not set up any model data. function button that you want to enter. Return to Home screen [Display]: Display adjustment.
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Display The following LCD screen adjustments: Backlighting brightness adjustment Backlighting decrease time adjustment Touch screen calibration Tap the [Display] button in the System menu to call the setup screen shown below. Return to System menu Backlight max. brightness adjustment Touch calibration 1.
Date and Time This function adjusts the system clock of the The system timer can also be reset. FX-36 transmitter. Perform this setting when you *The system timer is displayed on the Home screen. purchase the set and when adjustment is necessary.
To change the mode the stick ratchet Tap the [Calibration] button in the System must be changed. Request that this menu to call the setup screen shown below. be done by Futaba Service. (Charged modi cation) Return to System menu...
Low battery alarm voltage set Battery Select the battery alarm voltage according to the battery to be used. It isn't indicated in case of manual setting. Return to System menu Battery type change : LiFe(2cells) → NiMH(5cells) → Manual setting When choosing manual setting, the numerical value can be input.
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An S.BUS(2) servo can memorize the channel and various settings you input. Servo setting can be performed on the FX-36 screen by wiring the servo as shown in the gure. * With some S.BUS(2) servos, there are some functions which cannot be used.
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S.BUS Servo Description of each parameter's function *There are functions that can and cannot be performed according to the servo type. • ID Displays the ID of the servo whose parameters are to be read. It cannot be changed. • Channel Channel of the S.BUS system assigned to the servo.
• Boost ON/OFF OFF : It is the boost ON at the time of low-speed operation.(In the case of usual) ON : It is always the boost ON.(When quick operation is hope) • Damper The characteristic when the servo is stopped can be set. When smaller than the standard value, the characteristic becomes an overshoot characteristic.
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Information language and nit system used by the system can also be changed. This function registers the FX-36 user name The Information screen displays the FX-36 and the language displayed at proportional can be system program version information, SD card changed.
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LINKAGE MENU The Linkage menu is made up of functions which perform model addition, model type selection, end point setting, and other model basic settings. Tap the [Linkage menu] button in the Home screen to call the setup screen shown below. Select the function name and return to the Home screen.
Servo Test Graph Display / Displays servo positions. Servo monitor This is used for testing servo movement. In order to prevent any potential difficulties, “Moving Test” (repetition mode) and “Neutral the servo test function will be inoperable, or Test” ( xed position mode) are available. inaccessible, under certain conditions.
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This function is used to load the settings of the screen. desired model into the FX-36’s memory. The Copy function is used to copy one set The settings may be selected from either the of model data into a second memory within the transmitter’s built-in memory or an SD card...
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Model call Model deletion 1. Tap the Internal or SD card. Select the 1. Tap the select model name or the model you location to which the desired model is to be want to delete in the model list. saved. (The model currently selected cannot be deleted.) 2.
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Model name change Model copy 1. The model data chosen at current model 1. The model data chosen at current model can be changed. The current model name, can be copied. The current model name, tap. tap. 2. When [Rename] is tapped, a keyboard appears on the screen.
This function selects the model type from among airplane, glider, Model type helicopter, and multicopter. Note: The Model Type function automatically selects Seven types of main wings (six types of ying the appropriate output channels, control functions, wing) and three types of tail wings are available and mixing functions for the chosen model type.
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S e t t h e t y p e y o u choose by tapping. Airplane/Glider : Choose the Helicopter : Choose the wing type and tail. swash type. < Linkage menu >...
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se to reverse the servo throw direction. Servo Reverse Servo Reverse changes the direction of an ight as an additional precaution to con rm proper individual servo’s response to a control stick model memory, hook ups, and radio function. movement. WARNING For CCPM helicopters, be sure to read the section on Swash AFR before reversing any servos.
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Sets the travel, limit point. End point The End point function adjusts the left and right servo throws, generates differential throws, and will correct improper linkage settings. 30 ∼ 30 ∼ 140% 140% The travel rate (normal full stick movement at high rates) can be varied from 30% to 140% in each direction on channels 1 to 16.
Sets the speed of each servo. Servo speed The Servo speed setting is used to set the servo speed setting can be varied from 0 to 27 in each delay for each channel, from channel l to channel channel. 16. The system uses the programmed speed (delay) to slow down servo position changes.
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Channel assignment for each function can be changed to suit your needs. Function DG1, DG2 (switch channels) When you select model and wing (swash) types, you will find that the optimized combinations of These two channels can be used as switch (On/ servo output channels and functions have been Off) channels.
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Trim change 1. Tap the trim button to call the trim setup screen. H/W reverse This function reverses the operation signal of the 2. The following items can be set at the trim sticks, switches, trim levers, and knobs. setup screen. Note: This setting reverses the actual operation Hardware setting (Selection of switch, etc.
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For safety, always set the fail safe functions. either mode for each channel. ■ Especially set the throttle channel fail safe function The FX-36 system also provides you with so that the servo moves to the maximum slow side an advanced battery monitoring function that...
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System type System Type selection Dual receiver function (only FASSTest 18CH ) The FX-36 is for 2.4GHz only. The system can Dual receivers can be linked with the FX-36. be changed from among 6 choices: FASSTest Two receivers are recognized individually by ID 18CH, FASSTest12CH, FASST MULTI, FASST numbers.
The example for choosing System Type -Want to use a -Want to use an miniature receiver T-FHSS system -Response speed has -Want to use a -Want to use an for indoor planes receiver priority over number previously used S-FHSS system of channels receiver as is miniature receiver...
Digital trim settings Trim setting (T1-T6) This function adjusts the digital trim's control When the flight conditions are set, the trim step amount and operation mode (T1-T6). operation can be coupled with among all the conditions which combination mode is selected. Select [Trim setting] at the linkage menu and call the setup screen shown below.
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Stops the engine safely and easily. Throttle cut Throttle cut provides an easy way to stop the engine, by ipping a switch with the throttle stick at idle. The action is not functional at high throttle to avoid accidental dead sticks. The switch’s location and direction must be chosen, as it defaults to "...
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Lowers the engine idling speed. Idle down The Idle down function lowers the engine's idle by ipping a switch with the throttle stick at idle. The action is not functional at high throttle to avoid accidental dead sticks. The switch’s location and Tapping this will change direction must be chosen, as it defaults to "...
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Limits the swash travel within a xed range to prevent linkage damage Swash ring (Helicopter only) This function limits the travel of the swash plate to prevent linkage damage as the aileron and elevator operation is used. It is useful for 3D heli setting.
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Swash operation linkage correction function (helicopter only, except Swash swash type H-1). Neutral Point Mixing Rate At your linkages, if the servo horn deviates from This compensation mixing is used to correct a perpendicular position at neutral, the linkage the tendency of the swash-plate for each control. compensation functions in this menu may not The following compensation mixing is possible: compensate effectively.
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Linkage correction setting procedure Neutral point setting procedure *Set the linkage compensation after setting the mixing *Becomes the compensation reference point. rate. *Adjusting the servo horn so that the neutral point position is near the 50% position makes the mixing amount small. *This function compensates for elevator interference 1.
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Stick alarm An alarm (single beep) can be sounded at the speci ed throttle stick position. Alarm function ON/OFF can be set by switch. Tapping this will change INH to ON and activated. If the throttle stick Return to Linkage menu reaches the yellow l i n e , a n a l a r m w i l l sound.
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Timer setting Timer The Timer function may be set for Each timer may be set for count-down or count up any desired time, i.e. engine run time, operation with a target time. specified times for competitions, etc. If a target time is set and the timer reaches the set time, a Two independent timers are provided buzzer sound for each count is generated.
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Integration Timer INT (integration) Timer is the function which changes progress of a timer according to the location of the throttle stick. When the throttle stick is raised for faster speed, the speed of the timer usually increases. With the throttle stick at mid-range speed, the timer speed decreases (to 50%). When the throttle is positioned at low end, the timer's progress stops.
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Function name can be changed Function name The name of the spare functions (Auxiliary 1-8) can be changed for the full name (10 characters) or for the abbreviated name (4 characters). Tap the [Function name] button in the Linkage menu to call the setup screen shown below. Return to Linkage menu Function name change method 6.
Telemetry system This screen displays and sets the various information from the receiver. An alarm and vibration can be generated depending on the information. For example, a drop in the voltage of the receiver battery housed in the aircraft can be reported by an alarm. ●...
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Home display H/E is pushed 16 of telemetry data is displayed *Be aware that pressing and holding this activates the key lock Y o u c a n c h o o s e which type of sensor t o d i s p l a y f o r f o u r displays.
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Various telemetry sensors setting Sensor [What is a slot?] This screen registers the telemetry sensors used Servos are classified by CH, but sensors are with the transmitter. When only one of a certain classified in units called “slot”. There are slots from type of sensor is used, this setting is unnecessary No.
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Reading all the sensors to be used *It is not necessary to carry out 1. Connect the sensor to the FX-36 as shown in the gure above. multiple battery connections like 2. Tap Reload on page 3/3 of the [Sensor] screen.
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*For some transmitters (e.g., T6K), when the start slot of a sensor is changed, the sensor cannot be used. Sensor slot change 1. Connect the sensor to the FX-36 as shown in the gure above. 2. Tap Change slot on page 3/3 of the Sensor screen.
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Displaying data from the receiver Telemetry This screen displays your choice of data from the receiver. Also warnings can be activated regarding the data. For example, if the receiver voltage drops, the user can be warned by an alarm (and vibration). T a p p a g e b u t t o n t o Tap the [Telemetry] button in the Linkage menu to advance to next page.
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Displaying data from the Telemetry: Receiver [Battery] receiver battery voltage In this screen, the battery voltage of a receiver is *It cannot be used in FASST mode and S-FHSS mode. displayed. *Only receiver voltage and EXT voltage can be used in FASSTest12CH mode.
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Displaying data from the EXT Telemetry: Receiver [Ext. battery] battery voltage port *CA-RVIN-700 must be installed in the aircraft. The EXT-VOLT screen will display the data from You will be alerted by an alarm or vibration if the EXT-battery output from the R7008SB receiver. the voltage set by you is exceeded.
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Displaying data from the temperature Telemetry : Temperature *A temperature sensor must be installed in the aircraft. Temperature is a screen which displays/sets *It cannot be used in FASST mode and S-FHSS mode. up the temperature information from an optional *Only receiver voltage and EXT voltage can be used in FASSTest12CH mode.
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Displaying data from the rpm Telemetry : RPM Sensor *An rpm sensor must be installed in the aircraft. The RPM Sensor screen is used to set up an optional rpm sensor and display the rotation *It cannot be used in FASST mode and S-FHSS mode. information it transmits.
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Displaying data from the altitude Telemetry : Altitude *An altitude sensor or GPS sensor must be installed in the aircraft. Altitude is a screen which displays / sets up the altitude altitude from atmospheric pressure. Atmospheric pressure information from an optional altitude sensor or GPS sensor. will get lower as you go up in altitude.
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*An altitude sensor or GPS sensor must be installed in the aircraft. VARIO is a screen which displays / sets up the status, the FX-36 incorporates a different melody variometer information from an optional altitude for ascent and descent. Additionally, depending sensor or GPS sensor.
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Vario Melody Setting Tap the [Set] button Current variometer *These settings can be made for each sensor. Next page Range Deadband When the variometer is greater When the variometer is less than When the variometer is less W h e n t h e v a r i o m e t e r i s than this value, Vario melody is this value, Vario melody is not than this value, Vario melody...
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Delay The output vario melody does not change during the delay time. In other words, this is a minimum time of Vario melody output. Setting range:0.0 s,0.5 s,1.0 s,1.5 s Initial value:0.0 s *This parameter is effective to all variometers. Actually Variometer 0.0m/s 1.0m/s...
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Displaying data from the receiver battery voltage Telemetry: Voltage [Battery] *SBS-01V must be installed in the aircraft. In this screen, the battery voltage is displayed. In this screen, the battery voltage of a receiver is In order to use this function, it is necessary to displayed.
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D i s pl ayi ng da t a fr o m t he E XT Telemetry: Voltage [Ext. battery] battery voltage port *SBS-01V must be installed in the aircraft. In this screen, the EXT battery voltage is displayed. In order to use this function, it is *It cannot be used in FASST mode and S-FHSS mode.
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Displaying data from the Distance Screen Telemetry : GPS [Distance] *A GPS sensor must be installed in the aircraft. The Distance screen displays and sets altitude *The GPS sensor is necessary, and is sold separately. Mount data from an SBS-01/02G GPS Sensor (sold and connect the sensor in accordance with the sensor separately), and allows the distance to the airborne instruction manual.
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First, the set of a reference is required. Setting a "too close" alarm distance 1. The model and transmitter to which the GPS 1. Tap Alarm and choose from Bu er, Voice, sensor was connected are turned on. and Inhibit. 2.
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Displaying data from the speed Telemetry : GPS [Speed] *A GPS sensor must be installed in the aircraft. The speed screen displays and sets the speed data from an SBS-01/02G (GPS sensor) sold separately. *The GPS sensor is necessary, and is sold separately. Mount and connect the sensor in accordance with the sensor The speed of the aircraft during ight can be displayed.
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Telemetry : GPS [Altitude, Variometer, Position] *A GPS sensor must be installed in the aircraft. The Altitude, Variometer, Position screen *It cannot be used in FASST mode and S-FHSS mode. displays and sets the data from an SBS-01/02G *Only receiver voltage and EXT voltage can be used in FASSTest12CH mode.
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Telemetry : Servo sensor [Current] The SBS-01S can monitor and display the *Servo sensor must be installed in the aircraft. in-flight current, operating angle, and internal temperature of up to two S.BUS2 servos. If you forget to connect the servo wiring during fuselage assembly, or the servo was disconnected, an alarm can be activated at the transmitter.
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Telemetry : Servo sensor [Temperature] [Angle] *Servo sensor must be installed in the aircraft. Select [Servo sensor] in the Telemetry screen and access the setup screen shown below. Return to Linkage menu ● Temperature ↑ An upward arrow indicates the alarm will sound when the temperature reaches above your set value.
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Telemetry : Current sensor [Current] The SBS-01C has the capability of measuring *Current sensor must be installed in the current, voltage and capacity (consumption) from aircraft. drive battery all at the same time. Select [Current] in the Telemetry screen and access the setup screen shown below.
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■ Extension FLD: Log data file *When copying or moving a log file, always select both the .FLI file and .FLD file. Log files can be converted to CSV format by using the telemetry log converter available at the Futaba website. ■ Notes ◇...
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Telemetry Alarm Duration and Repeat time The repeat time and duration time for the telemetry alarm (buzzer, vibration and speech) can be set. Tap the [Telemetry Setting] button in the Linkage menu to call the setup screen shown below. Duration is not displayed when Repeat is INH.
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PPM. If being used as the student, FX-36 can be connected to the instructor's transmitter which requires the student's mode to be PPM. FX-36 always sends PPM mode signal from the trainer jack.
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"16/12/8 CH": When the student uses the FX- "16/12/8 CHANNEL": When the student uses 36,T14SG,T18S ,T16S ,T18M , select [16CH]. the FX-36 (including the T18M ,T18S ,T16S , When the student uses the T14M , T12 , T12FG T14SG) select [16CH]. Otherwise select [12CH] or FX-40, select [12CH].
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3. Select the operating mode for each channel. Trainer student channel setting function In training mode, the instructor's transmitter can pick up the student's signal on both the "Function" and "Mix" channels. That makes it easy for the two transmitters to connect even if the student and instructor have set up their transmitters differently.
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Mixing warning normal reset Warning setting The warning display at power ON can be turned ON/OFF for each function. Use by setting functions which may be dangerous if operated at power ON to ON. Initial setting is all ON (Buzzer). Tap the [Warning setting] button in the Linkage menu to call the setup screen shown below.
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User menu setting *Any change made to data entered from the User menu or FX-36 has a menu for each of the following: from the normal method of use are the same. Changes made System, Linkage, and Model. Also, you can in either way are saved into the transmitter memory.
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Model memory setting data reset. (by item) Data reset This function is designed to allow you to reset Model menu setting: selected portions or all of the settings saved in Resets all the functions in the Model menu the active model memory. You may individually except condition select.
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Select function to add flight conditions. (Up to 8 and other functions common to all model types. conditions can be used) Note: The FX-36 is designed so that the airplane and Before setting the model data, use the Model glider model types are compatible with aircraft of Type function of the Linkage menu to select the similar type wings.
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Flight condition's addition, deletion, copy, condition renaming, Condition select and condition delay can be set. [All model types] when there are sudden changes in the servo The functions in the Model menu can be used by positions and when there are variations in switching the settings of up to 8 flight conditions the operating time between channels during by using the Condition select function to add ight...
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Currently selected condition name The ON/OFF switch of Conditions List condition is chosen. Condition Copy Condition Remove 1. Tap the [Copy] button. The Copy screen 1 . S e l e c t t h e c o n d i t i o n b y appears.
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The angle and curve of each operation function can be set. [All model types] AFR function is used to adjust the throw and This is normally used after End Point has de ned operation curve of the stick, lever, and switch the maximum throw.
Dual rate 100% D/R curves which can be switched by switch, etc. can be added. The curve can be adjusted by the AFR function. Up to 6 rates can be added for each condition. D/R is set for each condition and is not re ected at other conditions.
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Program mixing which can be freely customi ed. Up to 10 Program. mixes mixings can be used for each condition. [All model types] Offset-type mixing applies a fixed offset or Programmable mixing may be used to correct preset to the programmed channel servo operation undesired tendencies of the aircraft, and it may also and may control up to four circuits simultaneously.
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Setting methods Trim mode ON/OFF setting 1. To turn the trim mode ON/OFF, tap the Trim Group/single mode selection button on the screen. Activating functions for only the selected *When mixing includes master side trim, set the Trim button conditions: to [ON].
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Model menu functions section. First use (Up to 8 conditions can be used) Note: The FX-36 is designed so that the airplane and the Model type function of the Linkage menu to glider model types can handle aircraft of the same preset the model type, wing type, and tail type wing type.
Camber mixing Air brake This mix adjusts the camber and corrects the This function is used when airbrakes are necessary when landing or when diving, etc. during flight. elevators. [Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons or more] [Airplane, general] Airbrake Gyro This mix is used to correct operation of the airbrakes (spoilers) when landing.
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[Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons or more] Aileron differential The left and right aileron differential can be adjusted independently. The differential rate can also be adjusted according to the flying state by setting a ne tuning VR. AIL1 AIL 2 (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) AIL 3 AIL 4...
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/ Flap setting glider, 2 aps or more] The up/down travel of each flap (camber flaps: FLP1/2, brake flaps: FLP3/4) can be adjusted independently at each servo according to the wing type. The operation reference point of each ap can be FLP 4 FLP 3 (Brake Flap)
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/ AIL → Camber flap glider, 2 ailerons + 2 aps or more This mix operates the camber flaps (FLP1/2) in the aileron mode. When the aileron stick is manipulated, the ailerons and camber flaps perform aileron operation simultaneously and the operation characteristic of the roll axis is FLP 1 FLP 2...
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/ AIL → Brake flap glider, 4 aps or more This mix operates the brake flaps (FLP3/4) in the aileron mode. When the aileron stick is manipulated, the aileron and brake flaps perform the aileron operation simultaneously FLP 4 FLP 3 (Brake Flap)
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[Corresponding model type]: Aileron → Rudder Airplane/glider, general Use this mix when you want to mix the rudders with aileron operation. A mixing curve can be set. AIL1 AIL 2 Mixing during ight can be turned ON/OFF by (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) AIL 3 AIL 3...
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons or more Elevator → Camber Note: Tailless wing elevator can be operated This function is used when you want to mix the when this mix is activated. camber aps with elevator operation. When used, A mixing curve can be set.
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons or more Camber mixing The up/down side rates of the aileron, flap, and elevator servos can be adjusted by curve. When This function adjusts the rate of camber the mixing direction is reversed by the linkage, operation which operates the wing camber adjustments can be made by changing the (ailerons, camber flaps, brake flaps) in the...
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Setting method (Curve/rate setup screen) Tap [INH]. The curve and rate are adjusted by calling (ON is displayed.) the aileron, flap, and elevator curve/rate When setting a switch, tap to the [--] item screens. of the switch and tap the screen to call the The rate and curve of each servo can be set selection screen, and then select the switch by calling each screen.
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[Corresponding model type]: Airbrake → ELE Airplane/glider, general AIR BRAKE This mix is used when you want to mix the elevators with airbrake (spoiler) operation. It raises the elevators to correct for dropping of the nose during airbrake operation. AILVATOR *This function does not operate when airbrake is not assigned V-TAIL at the Function menu in the Linkage menu.
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/ Camber flap → ELE glider, 2 ailerons + 1 ap or more This mixing is used to correct changes (elevator direction) generated when the camber aps (speed aps) are used. FLP 1 FLP 2 The elevator servos up side/down side rate can be (Camber Flap) (Camber Flap) adjusted.
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[Corresponding model type]: Rudder → Aileron Airplane/glider, general This function is used when you want to mix the ailerons with rudder operation. It is used when rudder is applied during roll maneuvers, AIL1 AIL 2 (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) knife edge, etc. of stunt planes. It can be used to AIL 3 AIL 3 (Chip Aileron)
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane, general Rudder → Elevator Link can be set: Links this mixing to other mixings. This function is used when you want to mix The mixing rate can be ne-tuned by setting a VR. elevator operation with rudder operation. It is used (Fine tuning) to correct undesirable tendencies when rudder is applied in roll maneuvers, knife edge, etc.
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[Corresponding model type]: Glider, 2 ailerons or more Butterfly Mixing during flight can be turned ON/OFF by This function allows powerful brake operation setting a switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) by simultaneously raising the left and right The butterfly operation reference point can be ailerons and lowering the flaps (camber flap, offset.
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Return to Model menu Select the Mixing Rate AIL and FLP box. Adjust the mixing rates. Elevator rate adjustment (To elevator curve setup screen) *In case of tailless Fine tuning wing not display. setting (Elevator correction rate setup screen) T h e o f f s e t p o s i t i o n i s indicated by a red dotted line by an elevator curve.
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Throttle stick full stroke MODE (Normal) (Throttle stick full stroke MODE) The butterfly operation direction is reversed It does not reverse at the neutral position, at the neutral position (50) of the throttle so you can set the butterfly operation start stick.
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[Corresponding model type]: Glider, general Trim mix 1/2 These functions call the ailerons, elevators, and Example aps (camber aps, brake aps) trim offset rates 1. Move to the [INH] item Set the trim mix function to preset according to the ight state. [ON].
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane, general Snap roll (Example) Setting example for F3A This function selects the switch and rate Mode: [Master] adjustment of each rudder, (ailerons, elevators, or Safety SW: [SW-G] (Safety measure) aps) when a snap roll is performed. M a s t e r S W : [ S W - H ] ( M a i n s w i t c h f o r Four snap roll directions can be set.
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Air brake This function is used when an air brake is necessary when landing or diving, etc. Elevator The preset elevators and flaps (camber flap, brake flap) offset amount can be activated by a Aileron 2 switch. Aileron 1 The offset amount of the aileron, elevator, and flap servos can be adjusted as needed.
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Tap to the [Rate] item. Adjust the rate. When using this function, Tap [INH]. When a Futaba GYA gyro is used, when [GY] type is selected, the sensitivity set value is directly read in both the AVCS and Normal modes.
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(Example) Setting three axis using a G A440 and G A441 (2) Wing type: Aileron 2 servos mounted fuselage selected (GYA441AIL), (GYA441ELE), (GYA440RUD), : at 5CH → Gyro 7CH → Gyro2 8CH → Gyro3 Control and Trim → "--" the Function menu of the Linkage menu. Gyro setting of the Model menu.
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, Tail type Ailevator Ailevator (Effective only when 2 servos used at the elevators) T h i s f u n c t i o n i m p r o v e s t h e o p e r a t i n g performance of the roll axis by operating the elevators as ailerons.
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[Corresponding model type]: Glider, general Acceleration Acceleration setting can be performed at Elevator, Elevator Camber and Aileron Rudder. (Glider only) This setting is divided into elevator setting and camber setting. The setting method is the same. Camber setting sets the acceleration function for Ele to camber mixing.
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, general Motor The set operation speed operation can be This function lets you set the operation speed activated at initial operation only. (1 time when the motor of an F5B or other EP glider is operation) However, operation can be repeated started by switch.
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, Tail type V-tail V-Tail This function lets you adjust for left and right rudder angle changes at elevator and rudder operation of a V-tail airplane. V-tail is when 2 servos are used together to control rudder movement as elevators. In addition to each ELEVATOR RUDDER rudder side moving up and down together, each side...
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[Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, winglet(2RUD) Winglet This function adjusts the left and right rudder angles of airplanes with winglets. Winglets are used to improve the efficiency of aircraft lowering the lift-induced drag caused by wingtip vortices. The winglet is a vertical or angled RUDDER 1 extension at the tips of each wing.
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MODEL MENU (Helicopter functions) This section contains information on the Also, add flight conditions at the Condition commands that apply to helicopters only. For Select screen if necessary before setting the model instructions on airplane, glider and multicopter, data at each function. (Up to 8 conditions can be refer to the sections pertaining to those aircraft.
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Pitch curve / Pitch trim This function adjusts the pitch operation curve *Up to 17 points can be set for the point curve types. However, when using the 3 points or 5 points speci ed to for each ight condition for the optimal ight state create a curve, a simple curve can be created by reducing relative to movement of the throttle stick.
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Setting method Group/Single item: When you also want to input the same setting contents at other conditions, perform setting in the group mode. In this case, the same contents are input to the other conditions set in the group mode. When you want to set each condition independently, select the single mode (initial setting).
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The hovering pitch, low pitch, and high pitch trim setup screen can be called from the Pitch curve setup screen. Return to Model menu Hovering pitch trim Low/high pitch trim setting setting Hovering pitch trim High Pitch/Low Pitch Trim The Hovering Pitch trim function trims the pitch High Pitch/Low Pitch Trim is the pitch servo near the hovering point.
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Throttle curve / Throttle Hover trim This function adjusts the throttle operation curve point data is used, a simple curve can be easily for each condition for optimum engine speed to created by reducing the number of input points of throttle stick movement.
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Curve setting examples created by reducing the number of points on the The curves shown below are created by using line to 5. When actually creating a curve, enter the point curve type and inputting the data of the the data speci ed per the aircraft (or the reference 5 points 0% (low side), 25%, 50% (center), 75%, value).
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Acceleration This function is used to adjust the pitch and the throttle rise characteristic at acceleration/ deceleration operation. An acceleration function which temporarily increases the pitch and throttle operations at throttle stick acceleration/deceleration operation can be set. Example of acceleration function use When used at pitch, the acceleration function is effective when you want to uicken the response of the fuselage at 3D...
Throttle hold Example of use Since throttle hold has 2 modes (Cut) and (Idle), using it in the Idling mode during This function sets the throttle cut position for t r a i n i n g a n d i n t h e C u t m o d e w h e n autorotation.
Swash mixing Example of use As an example, use swash mixing to correct undesirable tendencies in the roll direction. The swash mix function is used to correct the For a condition which uses Aileron to swash plate in the aileron (roll) direction and Elevator, set this function to ON.
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Throttle mixing When correction is necessary, tap to the mixing item corresponding to the mixing that needs This function corrects slowing of engine speed correction and tap the screen to call the curve setup caused by swash plate operation during aileron screen, and then correct the slowing.
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Pitch → Needle This mixing is used when the engine is equipped acceleration/deceleration operation can be set. with needle control or other fuel-air mixture The rise characteristic of the needle servo at adjustment. A needle curve can be set. acceleration and deceleration operation can be adjusted.
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Pitch → Rudder (Revolution mixing) Use this mix when you want to suppress the However, when a GY Series or other heading reaction torque generated by main rotor pitch and hold gyro is used, since correction is performed speed changes during pitch operation. Adjust so by the gyro, this mix is not used.
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Gyro [Helicopter] Note: [Gyro] [Gyro2] [Gyro3] Default function This function is used to adjust gyro sensitivity. The sensitivity and operation mode (Normal mode/ [Gyro]: CH6(FASSTest12CH) CH5(Other system type) AVCS mode) can be set for each condition. [Gyro2] : CH9 [Gyro3] : CH10 The gyro sensitivity can be switched with each Always set to [--] both (control) and (trim) for condition or the switch.
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Usage example #1: Using gyro for only the rudder and adjusting sensitivity for each condition * Gyro gain channel Gyro : CH5 For the FASSTest12CH, Gyro/RUD is 6ch. The gyro sensitivity adjustment connector connects to 6ch. Select [Gyro] at the model menu and call This is all that is needed the setup screen.
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Governor When using a Futaba governor, this function is *When using the Fuel Mixture function, the mixture servo is controlled from the governor. When transmitting the used to switch the RPM of the helicopter's head. mixture curve data from the transmitter to the governor, the Up to 3 rates can be set for each condition.
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Tap to the rate item . * In order to use the Governor function of the FX-36, it is necessary to change the settings on the governor for the low Adjust the trim rate using the "...
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Common operations used in function setup screen This section describes the functions often used at the function setup screen. Refer to it when setting each function. Tapping the value setting buttons on each screen will cause value input buttons to appear at the top of the panel. Value input buttons display at the top of the panel Pressing and holding...
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Operation mode selection *The operation modes which can be selected depend on the function. VR selection Rate adjustment (Fine tuning VR operation position) [Setting method] [Fine tuning VR operation mode] 1. Control selection [LIN.] M i x i n g r a t e 0 a t c e n t e r o f V R .
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Linear (First) 0 ∼ 27 ( Slowly) In case of Linear Speed In speed Servo speed setting The servo speed at each function operation (including flight condition switching) can be adjusted. The servos Out speed Speed operate smoothly at a fixed speed corresponding to the set speed.
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This section describes the setting procedure of curves which are used with the AFR function and each mixing function. Curve type selection Four types of curves (EXP1, EXP2, Point and Spline) can be selected. Curve type selection 1. Tap the button of the curve type you want to use.
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Setting by curve type When the curve type is selected as described above, adjustment items corresponding to the curve type appear on the screen. Adjust each curve as described below. EXP1/EXP2 curve adjustment vertical direction] (EXP1 curve) 1. Tap to the [Offset] setting item. 2.
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Point curves or spline curves of up to 11/17 points can be used. (Initial value: 7/9 points) The set points can be freely increased, decreased, and offset. Point addition method 5. Press "Rate" and use the up/down arrows to adjust the rate points up or down. 1.Open the screen of a mixing curve with the curve function.
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Curve setting operation Spline curve Up to 11 or 17 points curve can be used. (differs with function) A smoother curve is made. Initial point number: 9 points (17 points Setting method is same at spline and point. curve), 7 points (11 points curve) Point Spline *The set points can be freely increased, decreased, and...
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The various functions used in the FX-36 can be selected by switch. The switch (including when stick, trim lever, or VR are used as a switch) setting method is common to all functions. Switch selection When a switch is selected at a mixing function, etc., the selection screen shown below is called.
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Hysteresis-type and box-type can be selected in a hardware select screen. When a stick, trim lever, or VR is used as a switch, the following 4 modes can be selected. ◆ Linear・Hysteresis mode ◆ Symmetry・Hysteresis mode This setting method selects function ON/OFF based The operation is the same as the linear hysteresis on the set point.
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When shifting the ON/OFF point ◆ Area Green:ON The ON/OFF and hysteresis (dead band) boundary point (there ◆ Area Red:OFF are 2 points: top and bottom) position can be shifted. ON/OFF is possible at a free position. ◆ Area Yellow:Hysteresis (Dead band) [ Setting method ] Reverse of ON/ 1.
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Logic switch (Condition select and DG1, DG2) The logic switch function lets you turn operation on and off by combining two switches. For instance, the condition is activated when 2 switches are turned on. Logic mode AND: When both switches are ON, the condition is ON.
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Your Futaba FX-36 transmitter programming can be updated easily online. When functions are added or improved, the update le can be downloaded from our website. Copy the update les to the SD card and then use the following procedure to update the program.
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2. Insert the SD card that contained the update les to the transmitter. 3. Attach the battery to the transmitter 8. Turn off the power switch of your FX-36 and while pressing down the "H/E" button. remove the SD card from the card slot.
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FX-22/FX-30/T14SG/T12FG FX-36 MODEL DATA CONVERSION The model data (only latest version) of FX-22/FX-30/T14SG/T12FG can be copied to FX-36. * SD card is required. 5. The converter can accept model data * The model data of FX-36 cannot be copied to FX-22/FX- made by FX-22/FX-30/T14SG/T12FG with the 30/T14SG/T12FG.
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