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Summary of Contents for HITEC Optic 6
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Hitec Optic 6 Radio Tutorial For ACRO functions Table of Contents System Handling Manual System Modes MODEL SELECTION MODEL NAME MODEL TYPE COPY TRANSMIT SHIFT DIRECTION MODULATION MODE I or MODE II STICK STYLE TIMER SETUP RESET MEMORY MAIN MENU FUNCTIONS... -
Page 2: System Modes
Accessing the system mode is made easy with the Optic 6. With the radio turned OFF, depress both the UP and DOWN Edit keys at the same time and then turning the power switch to the Optic 6 to the ON positions while still holding the Edit keys. Your instruction manual calls this the Model Set- Up Functions section, and the following selections can be made: •... -
Page 3: Model Selection
Model Selection The Optic 6 can retain 8 models into the internal memory. This memory is non-volatile memory and requires no back-up battery or other power source to retain any of the model settings. You may remove the main battery pack without worry of memory loss within the transmitter. -
Page 4: Copy
> Cursor key to move the Slave arrow indicator to the model location you wish. To make the copy, press down both the (-) and (+) Data keys at once and the Optic 6 will beep rapidly to indicate the copy process has started. When the beeping stops, the copy is completed and ready to use. -
Page 5: Modulation
UP and DOWN Edit keys while turning ON the main power switch to the Optic 6, then use either the UP or DOWN Edit keys until you scroll to the flashing PPM screen or QPCM screen, whichever was left active in this model memory position. To switch the modulation type, simply press either the <... -
Page 6: Reset Memory
“zero mark”, the timer will return to the original start time pre-set by you. Timer Number in the Optic 6 is a “count-up” timer that is set for a specific time up to a maximum time of 60 minutes and a minimum time of one minute. This timer is activated when you move the throttle stick upward above the idle setting of the throttle. -
Page 7: Main Menu Functions Acrobatic And Glider Models (Acgl)
MAIN MENU FUNCTIONS Acrobatic and Glider Models (ACGL) In this section, we will explain the main programming features of the Optic 6 and provide you with examples of how to use these features. Before we begin, remember to read and understand the basic control system set-up for your aircraft as provided by the manufacturer of the model. -
Page 8: End Point Adjustment (Epa)
Your Sub-Trim feature on the Optic 6 will assist you here. The Sub Trims will allow you to change the neutral position of the servo electronically without doing the same by mechanical methods. In the Main Menu Functions list, scroll down to the S.TRM option, and select which channel you wish to adjust by using the Left (<) or Right(>) -
Page 9: Dual Rate Set (D/R)
Dual Rate controls is simply a matter of moving a Dual Rate switch position to change the rates. Information on how to set the dual rates is also found on Page 20 of your Optic 6 Instruction Manual, but let’s take the time to set up the dual rates on your ailerons. -
Page 10: Exponential Control (Exp)
Many pilots favor this control enhancement. It replaces the use of Dual Rates for some pilots, but in the Optic 6, you can have both Dual Rates and Expo simultaneously. -
Page 11: Throttle Cut
Afterwards, you have to reset the throttle trim back to where it was, if you remember that position. On the Optic 6, this is no longer necessary. Using the Throttle Cut feature, you need only touch one button on the top of the transmitter to effectively kill the engine without touching the throttle trim setting. -
Page 12: Programmable Mixers (Pmix1)
This is an important feature to learn, as without the ability to mix channels, many of the advanced features on the Optic 6 cannot be performed. Your Optic 6 has two programmable mixing circuits, and each is a separate operation, although it is possible for one mixing circuit to affect another mixing circuit. -
Page 13: Aileron Differential
On your Optic 6, you can activate the Aileron Differential function by entering into the Menu Functions program by depressing both the EDIT keys at once. Note that this function can only be used when two servos and two separate channels are used to control the Ailerons. -
Page 14: Aileron To Rudder Mixing
AILERON TO RUDDER MIXING Your Optic 6 system also has a few pre-programmed mixing options that are available to you without using up your free-channel programmable mixes. The first one we discuss is the Aileron to Rudder mixer, which is commonly used in scale models as well as sailplanes and high wing models like the Piper J-3 Cub, to assist in making smooth, coordinated turns. -
Page 15: Elevon Mixing
50% movement of the rudder to 100% movement of the ailerons. In use, pull the SW-2 switch, located on the top right side of the Optic 6 case, towards you to activate the function in flight. (Please see Switch Select to change the switch used to activate your programmable mixes.) -
Page 16: V-Tail Mixing Option
V-TAIL MIXING OPTION The use of the V-Tail mixing option is very much like the Elevon Mixing option with the exception that the V-Tail mixer will coordinate the use of rudder control with the elevator control. In fact, the set-up of the V-Tail is almost identical to that of the Elevon mix option. In the V-Tail option, you will use channels 2 and 4 for your servos with Channel 2 connected to the servo moving the Right V-tail surface and Channel 4 connected to the Left V-tail surface. -
Page 17: Flap Travel Function
The Flap Travel function really is the first thing you will need to perform if you wish to use other functions that use the flaps or ailerons with the Optic 6. It only requires that your aircraft is set up with two aileron servos; one for each aileron. It is controlled using the Right slide lever of the Optic 6 transmitter. -
Page 18: Elevator To Flap Mixing
If not, use the three-way SW-4 switch on the top right of the Optic 6 transmitter to turn the function ON or OFF. In the ON position, you may add the amount of flap mixing you feel necessary for your aircraft. Let’s program a sport Fun-Fly type model using the Elevator to Flap mixer. -
Page 19: Crow Mixing (Crow)
“Butterfly” mixing). To use the CROW mixer on the Optic 6, make sure that Channel 1 is used for the Right aileron, Channel 5 is used for the Left aileron, and Channel 6 is the flap control. Note that right slider switch on the transmitter will also move the flaps separately if the Flap Trim is not set to zero. -
Page 20: Camber Control (Camb)
To turn the CAMB option ON, push the SW-4 switch located at the top right of your Optic 6. The screen should show the option in the ON position. Now, turn on your receiver in the model. Press the Right cursor button once and the programming arrow will be above Channel 1, indicating this channel will be programmed now. -
Page 21: Landing Mix Function (Land)
option switch for Camber Control, (SW-4) forward. The control surfaces should return to their neutral position. Flip the switch back and the Camber Control should move the control surfaces to the position you have programmed. If so, you’ve done great and you have successfully programmed in Camber Control. -
Page 22: Ailevator Control Function (Ailv)
With the Ailervator function inhibited, you should see only one elevator half move with your Optic 6 control stick. We’re going to fix that. Enter into the Menu Functions screen by depressing both the UP and DOWN Edit keys at once and then use the UP or DOWN Edit keys to scroll to the AILV option screen. -
Page 23: Failsafe Function (Fail)
Failsafe mode will not assist you in the event of a power loss by the on-board battery. On the Optic 6, the use of Failsafe can only be done using the Hitec QPCM receiver and you must program your Optic 6 to use the QPCM mode of signal transmission when making the initial model set-up. -
Page 24: Switch Selection (S/W Sel)
SWITCH SELECTION (S/W SEL) Your Optic 6 has the ability to allow the user to assign certain functions to a switch position of your choice. This allows the pilot to be more comfortable with the Optic transmitter by placing the option used most often in a switch position most favored by the pilot. The following... -
Page 25: Throttle Lock
THROTTLE LOCK No screen shot for this feature Your Optic 6 system is quite unique, utilizing a special Throttle Lock function. This feature is a significant safety feature in that it is possible to prevent accidental bumping of the throttle, which might lead to an accident.
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Using Optic 6 as trainer tx and Aurora 9 as master tx Can get ailerons to work but not elevator on right hand stick, The throttle on left hand stick is operating the elevators, what can I do? Many thanks
To fix the elevator control issue on the HITEC Optic 6 when using it as a trainer transmitter with the Aurora 9 as the master transmitter, ensure the trainer cord is correctly connected. Use a proper stereo cable with the tip connected to DIN pin 3 and shield to shield. It is strongly recommended to use purpose-built cables designed for trainer/buddy system setups to avoid wiring or signal issues. Incorrect cable wiring or poor connections can cause control problems like elevator malfunction.
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