FlySky FS-ST16 User Manual
FlySky FS-ST16 User Manual

FlySky FS-ST16 User Manual

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Digital Proportional Radio
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FS-ST16
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  • Page 1 FS-ST16 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Digital Proportional Radio Control System Copyright ©2024 Flysky Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Page 2 If you encounter any problems during using, please refer to this manual first. If the problem is still not resolved, please contact the local dealer directly or contact the customer service staff via the website below: http://www.flysky-cn.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1.Safety..........1 6.10 Stick Mode ........31 1.1 Safety Symbols .........1 6.11 SW Setting ........31 1.2 Safety Guide ........1 6.12 Quick Set ........31 2.Introduction ........2 7.Fixed-wing/Glider Exclusive Function 2.1 Transmitter Overview .......2 Setting ..........32 2.1.1 Control(MENU Button/EXIT 7.1 CH Monitor ........32 Button/Scroll Wheel) ......5 7.2 Condition .........32 2.2 Receiver Overview (FS-SR8)...
  • Page 4 7.15.2 Elevator Aileron ......51 10.4 DR ........... 62 7.15.3 Elevator To Airfoil ......51 10.5 CH Offset ........62 7.15.4 Elevator To Brake .......52 10.6 Pro. Mix .......... 62 7.16 Spoiler ...........52 10.7 Thro Curve ........63 7.17 Butterfly .........53 10.8 Logic SW ........63 7.18 Air Brake ........53 10.9 ABS ..........
  • Page 5 14.1.5 Idle Alarm ........80 14.1.6 Auto Shutdown ......80 14.1.7 Home 2 ........80 14.1.8 Power Light ........80 14.1.9 Main light ........81 14.1.10 Auxiliary light ......81 14.1.11 Sound ........82 14.1.12 Vibration ........82 14.1.13 Units ..........82 14.2 Stick Cal ......... 82 14.3 POST ..........83 14.4 Firmware Update ......
  • Page 6: Safety

    1.Safety 1.1 Safety Symbols Pay close attention to the following symbols and their meanings. Failure to follow these warnings could cause damage, injury or death. Danger • Not following these instructions may lead to serious injuries or death. Warning • Not following these instructions may lead to major injuries.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    This product uses the 2.4 GHz ANT(Ant protocol) enhanced automatic frequency hopping digital system, consisting of FS-ST16 transmitter and FS-SR8 receiver. It has an output of 16 channels. And there is a variety of built-in models that you can set as your desired. It adapts fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, gliders, multicopters, robots, boats or cars.
  • Page 8 Back View PPM/TX S.port Carrying Handle KEY2 Button KEY1 Button KEY4 Button KEY3 Button RF Module Adapter Fixing Holes Stealth I/O RF Module Connector RF Module Power Battery Compartment Supply Reserved Slot Grip Grip Antenna Balanced Charging Port JST Port (2.54mm 3-Pin ) Note: Only the balanced charging port supports power...
  • Page 9 FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System Top View Antenna(Can be pulled out and 3.5mm Audio Jack (DSC) rotate) SWF 2-Position Switch SWE 2-Position Switch VRD Self-centering Dial VRC Self-centering Dial USB Type-C Port A Reserved Hole for SMA Antenna Bottom View...
  • Page 10: Control(Menu Button/Exit Button/Scroll Wheel)

    2.1.1 Control(MENU Button/EXIT Button/Scroll Wheel) MENU Scroll Wheel EXIT The functions of the MENU button, EXIT button, and Scroll Wheel are described below. MENU Button • On the Home interface, short press the MENU button to enter the Main Menu interface; •...
  • Page 11: Receiver Overview (Fs-Sr8

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 2.2 Receiver Overview (FS-SR8) [16] [13] [14] [15] [15] [14] [13] [12] [11] [10] [17] [18] [1] CH1 [15] S(Signal Pin) [2] CH2 BIND Connector [16] LED [3] CH3 [10] BVD/VCC (Battery Voltage [17] Antenna...
  • Page 12: Getting Started

    3.Getting Started Before operation, install the battery and connect the system as instructed below. 3.1 Transmitter Battery Installation Danger • Only use included batteries. Danger • Do not open, disassemble, or attempt to repair the battery. Danger • Do not crush/puncture the battery, or short the external contacts. Danger •...
  • Page 13 FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System Adjust the Antenna Pull out the remote control antenna and rotate it to the appropriate position, as different antenna positions will receive varying signal strengths. Based on the relative position of the remote control and the model, adjust the direction of the remote control's external antenna and align the antenna indicator towards the model to ensure the best signal quality between the transmitter and the model.
  • Page 14: Operation Instructions

    4.Operation Instructions After setting up, follow the instructions below to operate the system. 4.1 Powering On Follow the steps below to turn on the transmitter: Check to make sure that the batteries are fully charged and installed correctly. Long press , and follow the prompts on the screen to successfully power on.
  • Page 15: Led

    Digital Proportional Radio Control System [Output Mode] Two combined output options are available, including four output modes, namely PWM/S.BUS, PPM/i-BUS, PWM/i-BUS and PPM/S.BUS. Choose according to your needs. Using the FS-ST16 transmitter and FS-SR8 receiver for binding as an example: •...
  • Page 16: Stick Cal

    4.4 Stick Cal Use this function to correct for the mechanical deviation of the controls (left/right stick, VRA and VRB knob, VRC and VRD self-centering dial). For example, deviation occurred in the self-centering or maximum/minimum travel. By default, the calibration is finished. If you need to calibrate again, follow the steps below: 1.
  • Page 17: System Interface

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 5.System Interface This section provides an introduction to the system interface. Home In this interface, you can quickly access the Timer1, Timer2, Sensor Set, and Model Function settings interfaces by using the scroll wheel.
  • Page 18 Home 2 You can customize the quick display function interface. The default display is the sensor settings interface. Setup: Select [System Menu]>[Setup]>[Home 2]; Short press the scroll wheel to enter the Home 2 settings interface, then scroll the wheel to select the function item, and short press the scroll wheel again to save the settings;...
  • Page 19: Basic Menu

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 6.Basic Menu This section introduces the Basic Menu and related settings. Press the MENU button to enter the Main Menu, scroll the roller to select [Basic Menu], and then scroll the wheel to enter the Basic Menu.
  • Page 20: Test

    6.1.2 CH Test The servo can be tested. When it is turned on, the servos of all channels will move slowly and repeatedly. Please be caution when the function is activated. Setup: Scroll the wheel to select [CH Test], the system displays a pop-up window, choose [Yes] to enter the channel test mode.
  • Page 21: Model Set

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 6.2 Model Set Used to set up functions related to the model. 6.2.1 Model Select The green dot indicates that this model is Switch to the currently used model. the current model in use.
  • Page 22: Model Type

    6.2.3 Model Type Set the Model Type and model-related parameters and functions. For fixed-wing and glider models, you can set Wing layout, Tail layout, and Optional; for helicopter models, you can set Swash Plate and Optional; for car and robot models, you can set Move setup and Optional; for ship models, you can set Drive Struct and Optional. Note: When switching model types, the model data will be reset, and the system will display a pop-up window.
  • Page 23 FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System The following are the steps for setting up the helicopter's functions: Select [Model Type]>[Helicopter]; Since the helicopter's Swash Plate only includes [H-1], you can directly select [Optional] and set the appropriate functionality according to...
  • Page 24: Mode Copy

    The following are the steps for setting up the car's functions; please refer to these steps for robot-related settings as well. Select [Model Type]>[Car]; Select [Move setup], select the appropriate car type according to the actual model and short press scroll wheel to save settings;...
  • Page 25: Model Reset

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 6.2.5 Model Reset Reset all model data for the current model. Note: Binding information will not be reset. Setup: Select [Mode Copy], the system displays a pop-up window, and selecting [Yes] completes the reset.
  • Page 26: Servo Rote (Include Sub Trim)

    6.4 Servo Rote (include Sub Trim) Adjust the travel range of the servo output, which is used during the model debugging process. This function allows you to set the high and low endpoints for each channel, as well as the neutral position value. This function can be used to solve the problem of angle difference between the servo and model structure when the servo is installed, or due to the structural inherent clearance of the servo.
  • Page 27: Func Assign

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 6.6 Func Assign Assign functions, controls and trim buttons to all channels. By default, the functions are assigned by model types after a new model is created. You can set the function here if you want to assign according to your habits.
  • Page 28: Control Assign

    6.6.2 Control Assign To set specific controls corresponding to each channel. All controls except for the TR type and the shortcut1~6 can be assigned. Setup: Select the control item to enter the control settings interface; Scroll the wheel as needed to select the appropriate control or toggle the corresponding control, then short press the scroll wheel to confirm the setting successfully;...
  • Page 29: Function Trim Assignment

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System • For SW or K controls, you can set [ Normal ] and [ Condition]. Function settings refer to VRA function settings. You can set two types: [ Normal] and [ Reverse] [ Normal ]:Means the control ratio is -100% when...
  • Page 30: Trim

    You can set the related parameters for the trim button after the trim assignment is completed. [Trim Mode] , [Trim Rate] and [Condition] can be set. [Trim Rate]:A total travel range of the channel that can be controlled by the trim knob. A negative value indicates the reverse. The adjustment range of the trim rate is -150%~150%, the default is 45%, the step is 1%.
  • Page 31: Timer

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 6.8 Timer You can set up four types of timers, including [Timer1], [Timer2]], [Engine Timer] and [Moder Timer]。 Generally used to calculate the total model running time, competition specific time spent or transmitter running time, etc.
  • Page 32: Engine Timer

    Setup: Select [Timer] to enter the function setting interface; Select [Type] > [Timer1]; Select [Mode], short press the scroll wheel to switch the timer mode; Select [Alarm], set the alarm time and the reminder ; Select [Start], [Stop], and [Reset] respectively to enter the Switch Allocation interface;...
  • Page 33: Model Timer

    Note: Please refer to [15. Switch Allocation] for switch setting. 6.9 Trainer Mode FS-ST16 transmitter supports two function modes: Trainer and Student. The transmitter set as trainer mode receives the external signal control model, namely the trainer port has the ability to recognize the external PPM signal input.
  • Page 34: Trainer Mode

    6.9.1 Trainer Mode When the trainer mode is set as trainer, it means that the transmitter only supports the functions of trainer mode. At this time, you can set the matched student mode of transmitter through the trainer feature and controls to realize the application of trainer transmitter function.
  • Page 35: Student Mode

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 6.9.2 Student Mode When the trainer mode is set as student, the transmitter supports only functions of student mode. At this time, you can assign the control for the control trainer function, set the PPM signal parameters, such as signal polarity, channel number, period, and start identifier settings, to match the trainer mode transmitter and implement the trainer function application.
  • Page 36: Stick Mode

    6.10 Stick Mode The system supports four stick functions. For aircraft models, CH1~4 are default mapped to "ailerons, elevator, throttle, and rudder" respectively (J1, J2, J3, J4 represent CH3 throttle, CH2 elevator, CH4 rudder, CH1 ailerons). To accommodate different user preferences, the transmitter's stick presets support 4 different layout settings. You can choose between [Mode 1], [Mode 2], [Mode 3], or [Mode 4] to indicate the current selected mode (the system defaults to [Mode 2]).
  • Page 37: Fixed-Wing/Glider Exclusive Function Setting

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.Fixed-wing/Glider Exclusive Function Setting This chapter introduces the function settings of Fixed-wing/Gilder mainly in default condition. After you can set the related model parameters via [ Basic Menu]>[ Model Set], then you can access Model Menu to set the related functions of model via [ Main Menu ]>[ Model Menu ].
  • Page 38: Rename

    7.2.1 Rename To rename the condition selected. Setup: Select [ Rename ] to enter editing interface, set the name accordingly as needed, then select to confirm the setting and return to the previous interface. Note: It supports up to twelve characters. 7.2.2 Set Switch The green dot indicates the model currently To set a control to switch among the conditions.
  • Page 39: Deleting A Model

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.2.4 Deleting A Model To delete a condition selected. Setup: Select the condition you want to delete, then choose [Delete] to display a pop-up window. Selecting [Yes] will confirm the deletion. Note: If there is but one group of condition, you cannot delete it, namely there is no Delete function item.
  • Page 40: Func. Rate

    7.3 Func. Rate You can set servo volume change curves of all sticks, knobs, and switches assigned to the channel. You can switch to different conditions to set different curves respectively. The servo volume change curve for the conditions controlled by DR is set after enabling the DR. Those not supporting the assignment of the master control, such as Flap 2, cannot be set.
  • Page 41: Curve Type Setup

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.3.1 Curve Type Setup Set the curve type. Setup: Select the corresponding channel rate to enter the setting interface; Switch [Type] as needed, the system displays a pop-up window, and then selecting [Yes] indicates that the switch has been successful.
  • Page 42 7.4 DR Set the function, switch of DR and effective condition to enable the DR. The transmitter supports 10 groups of DR. When 2 or more sets of D/R are set to the same function and both are turned on, the one after the other has higher priority.
  • Page 43: Offset

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.5 CH Offset This function allows you to adjust the offset value of each channel, and you can set different offset value in different conditions. The offset value caused by the model can be corrected using this function.Too much offset setting will lead to a reduction in the amount of control at one end of the channel.
  • Page 44: Pro. Mix- Mixing Settings

    7.6.1 Pro. Mix- Mixing Settings Related settings for Mix. Master Selection Set related settings of Master. Master can be set to a control or a function. Setup: Select the function box next to Master to enter; Select [Stick,knob] to enter if you want to set Master to a control. Select the desired contol you want to set.
  • Page 45: Pro. Mix- Mixing Delay

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System Master Trim Set related trim settings of Master. Setup: Select the function box below Master Trim, short press the scroll wheel to switch [Open] or [Off]. Note: When the trim is set to Open, Master trim changes will also affect Slave.
  • Page 46: Pro. Mix- Mixing Rate

    7.6.3 Pro. Mix- Mixing Rate Set the mix rate for the channel for the current condition. Setup: 1. Select [Line] to enter the interface if you want to change the line type and amount of the dots; 2. Select the appropriate curve type, the system displays a pop-up window, then select [Yes] means the setting is successful;...
  • Page 47: Logic Sw

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.8 Logic SW A logic switch is a virtual switch consisted of 2 to 4 switches which activates or deactivates according to a mathematical relationship. If there is any mathematical logic relationship between certain switch controls and the other two switch controls, this function can be used to express this logic and use it as a logic switch in control.
  • Page 48: Thro Hold

    7.9 Thro Hold Quickly locking the throttle channel output value at a preset value by one switch can assist in spin landing, or act as a throttle lock switch to lock the throttle position in a safe place during commissioning. This function is not valid when the Thro Cut switch is on.
  • Page 49: Thro Cut

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.11 Thro Cut This function is a special setting for oil-operated engine. The Cut switch, Cut position and Cut Threshold can be set. When the throttle control stick is within the Thro Cut threshold, toggle the Thro Cut switch to turn off the engine.
  • Page 50: Aileron Differential

    7.12.1 Aileron Differential The left and right ailerons of the aircraft or glider can be adjusted High indicates the input high end, that is, the independently. The differential aileron adjustment can be achieved by high end of control. setting different high and low rate values for each aileron. Take the setting of Low as an example: Select [Low], set the corresponding rate items for the low end as needed, short press the scroll wheel to save the settings.
  • Page 51: Aileron Back Flap

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.12.4 Aileron Back Flap This mix function is used to set the linkage between the brake flap and the aileron so that the flap can work together with the aileron, thus improving the maneuvering characteristics around the longitudinal axis.
  • Page 52: Rudder

    7.13 Rudder This section introduces the settings of the rudder and its mixes function. The parameter settings of this function are for the current condition. To set in another condition, you need to switch the condition first. Note: Due to the different model structures (for example, different number of ailerons and flaps), the corresponding function menu may be different.
  • Page 53: Rudder To Elevator

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.13.3 Rudder To Elevator This mixes function is used to set the linkage between the rudder to elevator. This function is used when it is necessary to realize the linkage between the elevator and rudder, to correct the offset in the pitching direction when the aerobatic model aircraft is turning and flying laterally.
  • Page 54: Flap Setting

    7.14.1 Flap Setting This function is used to set the high and low end rates and offset of flaps separately, that is, for a model with multiple flaps, the flap upward and downward movement travel and neutral point position on each flap can be adjusted independently.
  • Page 55: Brake Flap To Elevator

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.14.4 Brake Flap To Elevator This mix function is used to set the linkage between the brake flap and elevator. You can set a compensatory trim for the elevator to prevent the aircraft from diving when the brake flap is operated to slow down.
  • Page 56: Elevator Aileron

    7.15.2 Elevator Aileron This mix function is used to set the linkage between the elevator and aileron. For the models with elevator, the elevator can link the aileron to move homodromously to increase the lift. For the models without tail, the aileron 2 master control can be used to link the aileron to move homodromously to achieve the rise and fall function.
  • Page 57: Elevator To Brake

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.15.4 Elevator To Brake This mix function is used to set the linkage between the elevator and brake flap. When this function is enabled, the elevator/aileron 2 master control of the aircraft model affects the brake flaps in set rate, thus increasing the lift of the aircraft model.
  • Page 58: Butterfly

    7.17 Butterfly This function realizes deceleration by adjusting the rates of ailerons, flaps, spoilers and elevator, i.e., ailerons are raised and flaps are lowered at the same time. This function is very effective when the model is landing, i.e., reducing the speed of the model, more stall margin is provided at the wingtip, thus less risk of wingtip stall. And more lift is generated at the root of the wing, allowing less gliding speed.
  • Page 59: Air Speed

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 7.18.1 Air Speed Sets the parameters related to the brake speed function. You can set the time to complete the action when the brake is enabled and disabled. The longer the time, the slower the speed.
  • Page 60: Needl

    7.20 NEEDL The throttle needle function is set for some models with a throttle needle. This function is used to set the output rate of the throttle needle master control in a multi-point curve method. For example, if you need to link a throttle to a needle, you can assign the throttle needle controlled by the throttle stick, and realize the control of the throttle stick to the needle by setting the curve.
  • Page 61: Helicopter Exclusive Function Setting

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 8.Helicopter Exclusive Function Setting This chapter introduces the function settings of Helicopter mainly in default condition. After you can set the related model parameters via [ Basic Menu]>[ Model Set], then you can access Model to set the related functions of model via [ Main Menu ]>[ Model Menu ].
  • Page 62: Thro Curve

    8.7 Thro Curve Please refer to [7.7 Thro Curve] for this function. 8.8 Logic SW Please refer to [7.8 Logic SW] for this function. 8.9 Idle Up Please refer to [7.10 Idle Up] for this function. 8.10 Thro Cut Please refer to [7.11 Thro Cut ] for this function. 8.11 NEEDL Please refer to [7.20 NEEDL] for this function.
  • Page 63: Thro Mix

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 8.13 Thro Mix In the current condition, set the helicopter's ailerons, elevation and rudder to the throttle's mixes rate. It is used to coordinate the flight movements of the helicopter in all directions (forward, backward, left and right) to compensate for the effect of swashplate manipulation on the engine when operating ailerons, elevation and rudder.
  • Page 64: Hover Adj

    8.15 Hover Adj In the current condition, in order to allow the helicopter to hove easily by adjusting the rate of Throttle and Pitch. To set in another condition, you need to switch the condition first. Setup: 1. Set the Throttle or Pitch of the rate item as needed, short press the scroll wheel to save the settings;...
  • Page 65: Multicopter Exclusive Function Setting

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 9.Multicopter Exclusive Function Setting This chapter introduces the function settings of Multicopter mainly in default condition. After you can set the related model parameters via [ Basic Menu]>[ Model Set] , then you can access Model to set the related functions of model via [ Main Menu ]>[ Model Menu ].
  • Page 66: Attitude

    9.9 Attitude Please refer to [7.21 Attitude] for this function. 9.10 Thro Hold Please refer to [7.9 Thro Hold] for this function.
  • Page 67: Car Exclusive Function Setting

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 10.Car Exclusive Function Setting This chapter introduces the function settings of Car mainly in default condition. After you can set the related model parameters via [ Basic Menu]>[ Model Set], then you can access Model to set the related functions of model via [ Main Menu ]>[ Model Menu ].
  • Page 68: Thro Curve

    10.7 Thro Curve Please refer to [7.7 Thro Curve] for this function. 10.8 Logic SW Please refer to [7.8 Logic SW] for this function. 10.9 ABS This function can be used to set pulse braking, namely the brakes are released periodically when braking is triggered, to prevent skid, drift or under-turning due to locked wheels.
  • Page 69: Track Mix

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 10.10 Track Mix When this function is enabled, the control corresponding to the left track can control the changes of the left and right tracks in same rate to move forward and backward, and the control corresponding to the right track can control the changes of the left and right tracks in reverse-rate to turn left and right.
  • Page 70: Ship Exclusive Function Setting

    11.Ship Exclusive Function Setting This chapter introduces the function settings of Ship mainly in default condition. After you can set the related model parameters via [ Basic Menu]>[ Model Set], then you can access Model to set the related functions of model via [Main Menu ]>[ Model Menu ].
  • Page 71: Thro Curve

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 11.7 Thro Curve Please refer to [7.7 Thro Curve] for this function. 11.8 Logic SW Please refer to [7.8 Logic SW] for this function. 11.9 Double Engine Mix This function enables when the ship model has dual engines without rudders. By dual engine mix function to control the forward/backward or left/right of the ship.
  • Page 72: Robot Exclusive Function Setting

    12.Robot Exclusive Function Setting This chapter introduces the function settings of Robot mainly in default condition. After you can set the related model parameters via [ Basic Menu]>[ Model Set], then you can access Model to set the related functions of model via [Main Menu ]>[ Model Menu ].
  • Page 73: Thro Curve

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 12.7 Thro Curve Please refer to [7.7 Thro Curve] for this function. 12.8 Logic SW Please refer to [7.8 Logic SW] for this function. 12.9 Track Mixing Please refer to [10.10 Track Mixing] for this function.
  • Page 74: Rx Menu

    13.RX Menu This section mainly introduces functions related to the receiver, which can be used to set up various functions before the receiver is prepared for use. 13.1 Bind Setup Refer to [4.2 对码 ] for detailed bind operations. 13.2 Failsafe The failsafe function is used when the receiver loses radio signal and is out-of -control.
  • Page 75: Sensor

    Taking the FS-SR8 receiver binding with the FS-ST16 transmitter as an example, the sensor is connected to the SENS connector of the FS-SR8. If multiple sensors are connected simultaneously, the next sensor can be connected to the IN connector of the previous sensor.
  • Page 76 Speed sensor (FS-CPD01, FS-CPD02) The speed sensor is applied to test the speed of the motor. • "Motor speed" indicates that the sensor is testing the motor speed; "0rpm" is the speed measurement value. Sensor Magnetic induction speed sensor (FS-CPD01) Connect the FS-CPD01 sensor to the receiver or other sensors connected to Wheel magnet...
  • Page 77: Sensors Set

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 13.3.2 Sensors Set This section describes how to configure the sensors displayed on the Home 2 page, including whether the sensors should alarm and the high and low alarm values. [Select sensor]: Used to select the sensor that needs to be set and displayed on the Home 2 page.
  • Page 78: Speed And Distance

    13.3.3 Speed And Distance This function is used to detect monitor wheel revolutions and distance traveled. [Select Sensors]: Selects the target sensor. If the sensor and receiver are connected, then it will appear in this menu automatically. If multiple speed sensors are connected, the default display is set to the speed sensor with the smallest ID number.
  • Page 79: Bvd Voltage Calibration

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 13.3.4 BVD Voltage Calibration There may be a voltage difference between the voltage detected by the receiver and the actual voltage of the battery. Use this function to set a calibration coefficient for the receiver to make the voltage...
  • Page 80: Height Zero

    13.3.5 Height Zero Reset th e alti tude se nsor data . [Select s en sor ]: Se l ect th e al tit ude se nsor that ne e d s to be zeroed.If mu l t i ple a lti tu de se nso rs are conn ecte d , the d efau lt displa y i s set to th e a lt itu de se nsor with th e sm allest ID n umber.
  • Page 81 FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System GPS Display To display the number of satellites returned by GPS. To display the date and time in 24-hour clock. When the number of displayed satellites is more than 10, the GPS positioning accuracy is high, otherwise there is positioning error.
  • Page 82: I-Bus Set

    13.4 i-BUS Set This function is used to set up the i-BUS expansion module. The i-BUS function is mainly used for servo expansion. If a cable is too short or the number of servos exceeds the outputs for the receiver, the i-BUS serial bus receiver provides a convenient option for expansion. When using the i-BUS serial bus receiver, make sure that it is powered separately to ensure that servos have sufficient power.
  • Page 83: System Menu

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 14.System Menu The system menu content is mainly used to set various system functions of the transmitter, such as screen settings, sound settings, and so on. 14.1 Setup This section introduces the settings for some system functions.
  • Page 84: Language

    14.1.1 Language Used to set the system language of the transmitter, with two options: [English] and [ 简体中文 ] . Setup: Select [Language], short press the scroll wheel to switch the language item. 14.1.2 Battery Type You can set the battery type for the transmitter's power supply,there are [18650]、[2S LiPo] and [Other]. When the system is in a low voltage state, it will give an alarm.
  • Page 85: Idle Alarm

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 14.1.5 Idle Alarm Set whether to enable idle alarm reminders and the alarm time. You can select [3m], [5m], [10m], [20m], and [Off]. The default setting is [3m]. Setup: Select [Idle Alarm], select the appropriate Idle alarm time, then short press the scroll wheel to save the settings.
  • Page 86: Main Light

    14.1.9 Main light Set the colors and brightness levels of the main ambient lights. You can set whether to turn off the upper ambient lights, be as battery indicator or throttle indicator, and adjust the color types and brightness levels of the ambient lights.
  • Page 87: Sound

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 14.1.11 Sound Set the volume level and type of the speaker sound. Volume level setting range: 10~100%, the default value is 50%. You can set [Sys/ALM], [System], [Alarm] and [Off]. The default setting is [Sys/ALM].
  • Page 88: Post

    This firmware can be updated via the following two ways. • The firmware of this transmitter can be updated through the Flysky Assistant (The firmware of Flysky Assistant is available on the Flysky official website www.flysky-cn.com). • Or update it by following the steps below: 1.
  • Page 89: Factory Reset

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 14.5 Factory Reset Used to restore all settings and parameters of the transimitter, that is, all model data and settings are restored to their default state. Setup: Select [Reset], the system displays a pop-up window, select [Yes] to complete the settings.
  • Page 90: Switch Allocation

    15. Switch Allocation How to set a switch which is for certain functions. 15.1 Normal ON/OFF Switch Setting If the function does not require switch control, it can be set to "--", at which point the function will always be disabled. Alternatively, it can be set to an active state, in which case the function will always be enabled.
  • Page 91: Continuous Switch Setting

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 15.3 Continuous Switch Setting For continuous controls such as stick or knob, the ON or OFF position can be set more flexibly according to different setting types. To display the switch state in this area. The green means ON, the red means OFF, the yellow means Hys(hysteretic).
  • Page 92: Self-Resetting Button Switch

    Hysteresis/Box Mode [Hys.]: Means the setting of border for ON or OFF only. You can set the hysteresis interval yellow for the border. When the control position is in the hysteresis interval, the previous state is kept. [Box]: Box has no hysteresis interval. You can set 2 border values for on/off area.
  • Page 93: Logic Switch Setting

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 15.5 Logic Switch Setting Provide the interface for selecting logic switches. Users can preview the corresponding component switches and logical relations of logic switches, and can click the preview box to enter the logical switch setting interface to reset the logical switches.
  • Page 94: User Customization

    SMA antenna as needed. 16.1 Replace the Throttle Plate The FS-ST16 transmitter comes with a non setback sense throttle plate out of the factory. If you want to use a setback sense throttle plate, please follow the steps below to replace it.
  • Page 95 FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System Tension adjustment screw for Throttle the plate Plate Install the setback sense throttle plate. Make sure that the bent positioning end of the plate is installed on the end with the positioning slot, First, remove the 2 screws shown in the diagram, and ensure it is properly installed, i.e., the screw...
  • Page 96: Throttle Stick (Non-Centering And Centering)

    16.2 Throttle Stick (non-centering and centering) Follow these steps to replace a non-centering stick with a centering stick. Refer to the steps in [16.1 Replace the Throttle Tension Plate] to remove the transmitter's back cover. adjustment screw for the spring Centering/ Non-centering Adjustment...
  • Page 97: Mobile Bracket Installation Instructions

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 16.3 Mobile Bracket Installation Instructions You can use the mobile bracket to mount devices such as smartphones onto the transmitter. Mobile Bracket Introduction: Mobile Bracket Installation Steps: The angle of the bracket can be adjusted by rotating as shown in the diagram.
  • Page 98: Gimbal Assembly Replacement Instructions

    16.4 Gimbal Assembly Replacement Instructions This transmitter comes with a hall gimbal assembly by default. If you want to replace it with a potentiometer version gimbal assembly, follow these steps to secure it onto the transmitter. Refer to the steps in [16.1 Replace the Throttle Plate] to remove the transmitter's back cover.
  • Page 99: Antenna Assembly Installation Instructions

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 16.5 Antenna Assembly Installation Instructions If you have purchased 2.4G antenna assembly inner-screw-inner-hole, the installation procedure is described below. Refer to the steps in [16.1 Replace the Throttle Plate] to remove the transmitter's back cover.
  • Page 100 After completion, close the back cover. Please ensure that the terminal contacts of the wires are good. Be careful to adjust the position of the wires when closing the cover to avoid them being pinched.
  • Page 101: Specifications

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 17. Specifications This chapter includes specifications for FS-ST16 transmitter and FS-SR8 receiver. 17.1 Transmitter Specifications Product Model FS-ST16 Compatible Receiver FS-SR8 and other receivers with ANT protocol Compatible RC Model Airplanes, cars or boats Number of Channels 2.4GHz ISM...
  • Page 102: Receiver Specifications

    17.2 Receiver Specifications Product Model FS-SR8 Compatible Transmitter FS-ST16 and other transmitters with ANT protocol Fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, gliders, delta-wing airplanes,multicopters, racing Compatible RC Model drones, engineering vehicles, bait boats, robots or cars Number of Channels 2.4GHz ISM Maximum Power <...
  • Page 103: Package Contents

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 18. Package Contents This section contains the packaging list information for the FS-ST16 transmitter. Since different versions may have different configurations, please consult your dealer for specific details. Number Name Quantity FS -ST1 6 tran sm itte r...
  • Page 104: Certification

    -- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 19.2 EU DoC Declaration Hereby, [ShenZhen FLYSKY Technology Co., Ltd.] declares that the radio equipment type [FS-ST16] is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.flyskytech.com/info_detail/10.html...
  • Page 105: Ce Sar Statement

    FS-ST16 Digital Proportional Radio Control System 19.5 CE SAR statement This equipment complies with Directive 2014/53/EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End user must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 106 Copyright ©2024 Flysky Technology Co., Ltd. 出版日期 :2025-1-3 FCC ID: 2A2UNST1600 Manufacturer: ShenZhen FLYSKY Technology Co., Ltd. Address: 16F, Huafeng Building, No. 6006 Shennan Road, Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China...

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