FlySky FS-i6 Programming Instruction

FlySky FS-i6 and FS-i6X Programming for Winch and Rudder Control
Sept 2022 [ Revision 04]
Introduction
These instructions were compiled from thoughts originally found on the internet authored by a David
Flakelar (in Sydney) and intended for DF65 and DF95s. The transmitters (Tx) work well in conjunction with
the FS-iA6B receivers (Rx).
The two FlySky i6 Txs are very similar and adequately control the two primary channels required for most
competitive RC yachts. The use of other "channels" (switches) to moderate the two primary channels aids
the sailor to more precisely control the yacht under various conditions.
Sailors can easily use the one transmitter with more than one yacht by creating a separate model name for
each and installing a separate, extra 'bound' receiver in each additional boat.
These instructions are intended to familiarize interested sailors in two major functions of rudder and winch
control of RC yachts that they may not have attempted themselves because the available instructions are
intended for RC planes etc. and written in "chinese English."
Having become familiar with the principles and use of the Tx menu system, novice users will then be
confident to use additional functions available on the transmitters.
Overview
Sheet Control
The winch stick operation is supplemented by the Switch A immediately above and to the left of the winch
stick on the transmitter. This two-position switch having an up and down position can be programmed to
slightly ease the sheets for both Jib and Main (say 5 to 15 mm) in the Up position and to tighten the sheets
to the normal close-hauled in the Down position. Note that the switch moves in a similar direction to the
stick for easing and tightening.
This function can be used to accelerate out of tacks and to quickly ease sheets in stronger puffs of wind,
and later; recover normal sailing.
[The Tx controller also has one three-position switch, and if this switch could be physically moved to the left
side, some sailors may wish to have two stages of easing, OR one easing (SwA UP), centre-normal close-
hauled (SwA centre), and one tight - for pinching (SwA DOWN) – your choice!]
Rudder Control
The rudder stick operation is supplemented by the Switch D immediately above and to the right of the
rudder stick on the transmitter. This two-position switch can be programmed to narrow the rudder swing
and soften the movement in the centre of the stick travel for smoother, strong wind downwind sailing, by
using the Down position. In normal light wind conditions, the Up position is used to vary the normal
rudder swing.
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