Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for FlySky Paladin PL18EV
Summary of Contents for FlySky Paladin PL18EV
- Page 1 U s e r M a n u a l Copyright ©2021 Flysky Technology co., ltd...
- Page 2 Read this manual carefully before operation in order to ensure your safety, and the safety of others or the safe operation of your system. If you encounter any problem during use, refer to this manual first. If the problem persists, contact your local dealer or visit our service and support website for help: http://www.flysky-cn.com...
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 目录 7.16 Display Servos ...............22 7.17 Model setting ..............23 1. Safety ............1 7.18 Sensors ................25 1.1 Safety Icons ...............1 7.18.1 Display Sensor ..............25 1.2 Safety Guide ..............1 7.18.2 Choose Sensors ...............27 2. Battery Safety Instructions ......2 7.18.3 Air Pressure Sensor............27 3. -
Page 4: Safety
1. Safety 1.1 Safety Icons Pay attention to the following icons and their meanings. Failure to follow these guidelines can result in equipment damage or personal injury. WARNING • Not following these instructions may lead to minor injuries. CAUTION • Not following these instructions may lead to major injuries. -
Page 5: Battery Safety Instructions
2. Battery Safety Instructions Danger This products battery is rechargeable Do not charge batteries that show and non-removable. Do not remove any evidence of damage, aging, the battery from the product. leakage or exposure to liquids. Do not expose the battery to liquids. Do not touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery together. -
Page 6: Product Description
3. Product Description PL18EV is an 18-channel transmitter dedicated to engineering vehicles, equipped with 2.4GHz AFHDS 3 (third-generation automatic frequency hopping digital system). The standard configuration is an FGr12B receiver! 3.1 System Features AFHDS3 (third-generation automatic frequency hopping digital system) is a newly developed digital wireless system. -
Page 7: Transmitter Overview
3.2 Transmitter Overview Front View： Antenna [16] TR7 Trim 320*480px Screen [17] VRA Knob SWF 2 Position Switch [18] VRB Knob SWE 3 position switch [19] Power Button SWB 3 Position Switch with Self-return [20] SWD 3 Position Switch with Self-return VRD Knob [21] SWH 3 Position Switch with Self-return... - Page 8 Back View： [42] [43] [44] [37] [45] [38] [39] [46] [47] [40] [48] [41] [49] [50] [31] SWK Button [41] Grip [32] TR4 Trim [42] Micro USB Port [33] TR6 Trim [43] Trainer Port [34] TR8 Trim [44] Grip [35] VRC Knob [45] FRM301 Press to release FRM301...
-
Page 9: Transmitter Antenna
3.2.1 Transmitter Antenna PL18 EV transmitter has a built-in antenna. When the transmitter starts the work, the antenna operates automatically, without being operated separately! Note • To ensure a good signal do not cover or block the antenna. 3.2.2 Status Indicator The status indicator displays the transmitter's power and operating status. -
Page 10: Power Buttons
Function Settings: By adjusting the tension screws on the back of the radio, gimbal stick can be either self-centering or non self-centering, as well as changing stick tension preference. left & right side gimbal stick vertical ① . ⑤ left & right side gimbal sticks automatic self centering ② . ⑥ Available options: tension ③... -
Page 11: Receiver Overview （Take Fgr12B As An Example
3.3 Receiver Overview （Take FGR12B as an example） CH9(NPD) PPM/CH1 CH8-CH2 VCC/BVD (Power supply ground) +(Power positive) S(Signal pin) Antennav S(Signal pin) BIND -(Power supply ground) +(Power positive) (CH12/NPA) CH11(NPB) CH10(NPC) 3.3.1 Receiver Antenna The FGR12B uses AFHDS 3 (third generation automatic frequency hopping digital system), which enables bi- directional transmission. -
Page 12: Pre-Operation Setup
4. Pre-operation Setup Follow the instructions and guidelines in this chapter before use. 4.1 Receiver and Servo Installation Make sure that the receiver is mounted in an appropriate location within the model, to ensure a stable signal, maximum range and to mitigate external interference, follow these guidelines: Pay attention to the following when installing the receiver: 1. -
Page 13: Operation Guidelines
5. Operation Guidelines Follow these guidelines to set up the transmitter and receiver. 5.1 Power On Follow the steps below to power on: 1. Check to make sure the receiver is installed correctly and that the receiver is powered off. 2. -
Page 14: Pre-Operation Checks
5.3 Pre-operation Checks Always perform the following steps before each operating: 1. Inspect the entire system to make sure that everything is working as expected. 2. Perform a range test as outlined in the [8.3 Range Test] section of the user manual. DANGER •... -
Page 15: Ui Overview
6. UI This is an introduction to the transmitter's UI. 6.1 UI Overview The main interface displays information related to the model such as sensor information and function status. Model name Transmitter power status Signal strength Function menu icon Sensor Channel display information Status Bar... -
Page 16: Quick Access
6.1.2 Quick Access Touch this area to access the [Display selection ] menu. Up to 4 sensors can be displayed. For more information refer to section [7.18] of this manual. Touch this area to select any four channels for display. Touch this area to quickly access the [Models] setting interface. -
Page 17: Function Settings
7. Function Settings This chapter introduces the main system functions. 7.1 Reverse This function reverses the direction of motion for each channel. Function Settings: This function can reverse the direction of travel for all 18 channels. [Normal]: indicates that this channel output is the default direction; [Reverse]: indicates that the channel's direction of travel has been reversed. -
Page 18: Subtrim
7.3 Subtrim This function is used to adjust the center point of each channel. Due to the structure of some models the servos center point may need to be adjusted so that when at rest all the control surfaces line up properly. When using this function make sure that the stick, knob etc. -
Page 19: Trims
7.5 Trims Under this menu, you can adjust the center position of the model function. This function can be used to correct the model pose when the stick is shifted to the center position.The correction ability of this function is limited. Please re-adjust the model because the overall excessive offset of the model cannot be corrected. -
Page 20: Channels Offset
2. Select [Rate] or [EXP]; 3. Click "+" "-" on the screen to adjust the tilt and curvature of the curve. Switches, knobs etc. can be assigned to control the function by touching the icon. [Dual switch]: A switch (or logical switch) can be selected to switch between two groups of Rates and Exponents. a. -
Page 21: Mixs
7.9 Mixs This function is used to set the linear mixes between channels. You can create 20 groups of mixing relationships. Function Settings: This function can be set in different states. [Master] indicates the control role in the current mixing relationship; [Slave] indicates the affected object in the current mixing relationship;... - Page 22 7.11 A.B.S. Check the throttle function in the model structure, and add [A.B.S.] function interface in the model function menu. This function helps prevent brake lock and improve brake performance by pulse braking, to achieve the best braking effect and cornering control effect without drifting and under-turning. Function Settings: In the anti-lock brake menu, you can set five functions: [Return], [Delay], [Cycle], [Point] and [Duty].
-
Page 23: Logic Switches
Duty It is used to set the ratio between brake application time and brake release time. The adjustment range is -4 to +4 duty cycles. The default value is 0. When the value changes, the peak and trough length of the brake pulse square wave will be changed. Adjust the ratio of brake to release: •... -
Page 24: Timers
7.13 Timers This function allows you to set various timers, which are generally used to calculate the total model running time, competition specific time spent or transmitter running time, etc. [Timers 1/2]: indicates that the system has 2 sets of timers. •... -
Page 25: Function Assignment
7.15 Function assignment This function allows you to reassign the functions, controls and trims of the 18 channels according to the current model structure or operation habits. Function Settings: 1. Go to the function assignment interface; 2. [Function]: Select the function channel to be reassigned, and enter submenu. -
Page 26: Model Setting
7.17 Model setting This functions allow you to operate related settings of models, including model name, switch model, model structure, model combination, custom main-menu, restore the current model, copy model, and import or export model. [Model name]: Click this function to enter the soft keyboard and name the model. Function Settings: 1. - Page 27 Please be careful when copying the model. Model data can not be restored after it is overwritten. [Import or Export model]: Click to import/export the model. You need to log in to the flysky official website to download the software (Flysky Assistant) and then operate it on a PC!
-
Page 28: Sensors
7.18 Sensors This function allows you to set the transmitter, internal receiver and data returned by the external sensor. 7.18.1 Display Sensor This list shows all sensors connected to the receiver, including sensor type, number and real-time data. This list can also be accessed quickly from the home screen. - Page 29 FS-CPD01: Magnetic induction speed acquisition module Used to measure the speed of the motor. To use this sensor connect it through the i-BUS interface or connect to the SENSE port on the receiver directly. Function Settings: Connect the FS-CPD01 sensor to the receiver's SENS port. sensor Place the sensor next to the magnet, which is fixed to the spinning part of a model such as the blades of a plane rotor.
-
Page 30: Choose Sensors
FS-CVT01 voltage acquisition module The FS-CVT01 function is used to monitor the model battery voltage. To use this sensor connect it through the i-BUS interface or connect to the SENSE port on the receiver directly. Function Settings: Connect the FS-CVT01 sensor to the receiver"s SENS port. Turn on the transmitter, enter the transmitter [Sensor] menu and select it from the [Sensor List]. -
Page 31: Rx Setup
8. RX Setup This section is an introduction to receiver functions. 8.1 Bind with a receiver This function is for binding with a new receiver. For specific binding instructions, please refer to [5.2 Binding]. 8.2 Failsafe This function can allow you to preset the position kept for receiver output when the receiver cannot receive signals or the receiver is uncontrollable. -
Page 32: Rx Protocol
8.4 RX protocol Set the receiver PPM output, select i-Bus or S.Bus (For specific i-BUS settings please refer to [8.6 i-BUS Settings]). When "RX PPM Output" is selected, it means that the receiver CH1 outputs PPM signals. When it is not selected, by default, the receiver CH1 outputs PWM signal. -
Page 33: I-Bus Setup
8.6 i-BUS setup This function can set up the i-BUS expander. The i-BUS is mainly used for the servo extension. When the servo line is short or there are too many servos to completely connect all of them to the receiver port, the i-bus extender can be used to solve this problem. When this function is used, it is convenient to control the model to achieve more operations. -
Page 34: Low Signal Voice Alarm
8.8 Low signal voice alarm This function allows you to enable or disable low signal alarm function. Function Settings: Click the [Low signal voice alarm] box to enable or disable the function. • After selecting this function, when receiver signal strength is less than or equal to 4, the transmitter indicator flashes and an audible alarm is given. -
Page 35: About Receiver
To perform update, proceed as follows: 1. Press the bind button on the receiver. After power-on for 10 seconds, the indicator flashes three times and lights out once. 2. Release the bind button; Select the receiver update at the transmitter side and enter the update state; 3. -
Page 36: Rf Setup
9. RF setup This section is used to set and display some parameters and information related to high frequency, such as RF standard, high frequency module firmware upgrade, high frequency module version information related content. Function Introduction [Transmit] Select this option to enable the RF function. By default, it is enabled; [RF set to be on by default] If this option is not selected, the system displays a message, indicating whether to enable the transmitting function when the transmitter is turned on. -
Page 37: System
10. System The system menu content is mainly used to set various functions of the transmitter, such as screen settings, sound settings, and so on. 10.1 Language The system can display both [English] and [Chinese]. To change the system language go to language menu in the System menu. -
Page 38: Backlight Brightness
10.6 Backlight Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screens backlight. The default is 50%. • Turning the brightness up will use more power and as such will lead to reduced battery life. 10.7 Standby timeout This function can be used to set the idle alarm time of the transmitter. If the transmitter does not bind the receiver and the transmitter does not operate at all, an alarm will be sent within 3 minutes by default. -
Page 39: Calibration
1.Touch TX firmware update in the System menu. 2.Connect the transmitter to a computer using a USB wire. Then open the flysky PL18EV update software and click update. 3.The transmitter will show a progress bar. Once the update is complete it will restart automatically. -
Page 40: Product Specification
11. Product Specification This section describes the PL18EV transmitter, FGr12B receiver, and sensor type receiver. 11.1 Transmitter Specifications（PL18 EV) Product Model PL 18 EV Product Name Paladin EV Channels Adaptable receivers all AFHDS 3 receivers Model Type engineering vehicles, simulation ship etc. 2.4GHz RF Power <... -
Page 41: Receiver Specifications （Fgr12B
11.2 Receiver Specifications （FGr12B） FGr12B Model Type FGr12B PWM Channels 2.4GHz ISM 2.4GHz Protocol AFHDS 3 Distance >500m （open without interference ground） Antenna Type Single antenna Power 3.5v-9V RSSI Data Interface i-BUS/S.BUS/PPM/PWM Temperature Range -10℃—+60℃ Humidity Range 20%-95% Online Update Size 37mm*25mm*17.5mm Weight... -
Page 42: Package Contents
12. Package Contents number name Quantity Configuration Remarks PL18 EV Transmitter Standard QUICK START GUIDE Standard FGr12B Receiver Standard FRM301 RF Module Standard Thin grip Standard RF fixed plate Standard LOGO sticker 1 Standard LOGO sticker 2 Standard Fuselage stickers for PL18 EV Standard 1 in orange, 1 in Button switch rubber cover... -
Page 43: Certification
13. Certification 13.1 DoC Hereby, [Flysky Technology co., ltd] declares that the Radio Equipment [Paladin(PL18 EV),FT18 EV] is in compliance with RED 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU DoC is available at the following internet address: www.flysky-cn.com 13.2 CE Warning The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other transmitter. -
Page 44: Environmentally Friendly Disposal
14. Environmentally friendly disposal Old electrical appliances must not be disposed of together with the residual waste, but have to be disposed of separately. The disposal at the communal collecting point via private persons is for free. The owner of old appliances is responsible to bring the appliances to these collecting points or to similar collection points. - Page 45 Copyright ©2021 Flysky Technology co., ltd Publication date:2021-04-17 CE， FCC ID： N4ZFT1800...