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FUTABA 8FG Instruction Manual

8 channel radio control system fasst-2.4ghz multi-ch/7-ch mode selectable
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1M23N22201

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    8 CHANNEL RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM FASST-2.4GHz Multi-ch/7-ch mode selectable INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1M23N22201...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..........4 RACEIVER AND SERVO INSTALLATION 28 ......... 4 ..... 28 ....29 ... 5 ........6 ............... 33 ...... 34 ............. 6 ... 35 BEFORE USE ........... 10 ..35 ..........10 ....37 ... 11 ............
  • Page 3 FUNCTIONS OF MODEL MENU ....69 ............120 ..........120 ........69 ......... 121 ....70 Dual Rate ............72 ........... 74 ........ 76 ......78 Model Menu functions list......78 ......80 ....... 81 ....82 ......83 ..85 AIL to RUD.............

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing a Futaba FASST-2.4GHz 8FG series digital proportional R/C system. This system is extremely versatile and may be used by beginners and pros alike. In order for you to make the best use of your *FASST: Futaba Advanced Spread Spectrum Technology “off season”...
  • Page 5 The responsible party of this device compliance is: Futaba Service Center United States. The RBRC. program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel- America's involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources.
  • Page 6 a residential installation. --Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. --Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: To assure continued FCC compliance: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user's DANGER carried out properly.
  • Page 7 pay attention to the duration of usage.
  • Page 8 Use only the possibly result in a location for at least 30 minutes. battery. entering data. installation and removal. Be certain to insert the SD card in the correct excessive humidity or corrosive environments. direction.
  • Page 9 problem. motor/engine. In order to maintain complete control of your aircraft it is important that Water or moisture may enter the transmitter through the antenna or stick openings...

  • Page 10: Before Use

    BEFORE USE • 2.4GHz Spread Spectrum radio communication system. • Exclusive ID code to avoid interference from other FASST systems. Receiver R6004FF, R616FFM, Transmitter R608FS, R6008HS, R606FS R6106HF/HFC R6014FS/HS R607FS, R617FS Multi-ch mode — — Okay T8FG 2.4G System 7-ch mode Okay Okay —...
  • Page 11 • Neck strap *The set contents depend on the type of set. output capacity meets your usage application. CAUTION If an analog servo is connected to one of the first reciever's operational mode to the "Normal" mode analog servos may be used for channels seven and eight.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    Note that the T8FG transmitter may be connected to • Neckstrap - a neckstrap may be connected to your T8FG system to make it easier to handle and improve • Gyros - a variety of genuine Futaba gyros is available for your aircraft or helicopter needs.
  • Page 13 (J2) (J3) (J1) (J4)
  • Page 14 at the bottom left and right sides of the "T8FG" strongest area of signal transmission is from the logo. antenna should not be pointed directly at the model. move the antenna to correct this situation. • Blinking P o w e r s w i t c h i s t u r n e d o n w h e n a n y condition switch is activated (in the ON state).
  • Page 15 Volume Volume LD and RD: input. the center position. *You can use each setting screen of the mixing functions to *You can select the trim step amount and the display unit linkage menu. *The T8FG transmitter beeps center. *You can select a slide lever and set the movement direction on the setting screen of mixing functions.
  • Page 16 Data input operation is performed using the touch sensor. SensorTouch™ operation Condition Working • Short 'tap' If the screen has more than one page. (Ex. P-MIX screen) The cursor moves to the top of next page. If the screen have only one (1) page. The cursor moves to the top of page.

  • Page 17: Stick Adjustment

    Note: Stick Adjustment the RTN button. The sensors may mis-read your touch as a inside edge of the RTN button. Lever Head Lever Head * The SensorTouch™ may not operate smoothly if your hand 1. Hold the lever head "B" and turn the lever head "A"...
  • Page 18 1. Turn off the transmitter power and then open the battery cover at the bottom of the The T8FG transmitter model data can be stored transmitter. by using any commonly found SD card. When SD Card Slot [Inserting the card] Turn the SD card so that the front of the card faces the rear of the transmitter and slide the card into the card slot.
  • Page 19 T8FG transmitter. available at most electronics stores. If you have a problem saving or reading data *Futaba is not responsible for compensating any failure or suggest that you maintain a backup of your important data contained on your SD card.
  • Page 20 3. Pull up the right side of the battery and remove the battery. 4. Close the battery cover completely. * Internal devices such as memories may be damaged. the transmitter. Do not use the transmitter as it is. Send it to the Futaba Service Center.
  • Page 21 Link/Mode Switch CAUTION If an analog servo is connected to one of the first reciever's operational mode to the "Normal" mode analog servos may be used for channels seven and eight. The "Normal mode" accepts any type of servos or peripherals as the frame rate of the output is such as gyros and brushless ESCs.
  • Page 22 battery and transmitter from the charger and remove the *It is recommended to reactivate the battery by cycling several times if the battery has not been used for a long period. performance of the battery if you have used the battery battery is not fully discharged.
  • Page 23 The T8FG transmitter also offers the ability to 1. Turn on the power of the transmitter. *The home screen appears. 2. Lightly touch the SYS button twice rapidly and the System menu appears. 1. Turn on the power switch of the transmitter. 2.
  • Page 24 button. The setting screen appears. • This shows the accumulated time since • Touch the S1 button for one second the latest reset. (Hour):(Minute) to lock/unlock the key operation. • Use the cursor to highlight this, then In the key lock mode the key icon is touch the RTN button for one second displayed here.
  • Page 25 Link/Mode Button Please check the operation mode by observing If possible ensure that there's no FASST transmitter in operation near the receiver. 1. When the receiver is turned on: Red when on "Normal mode" Initially flashes green and Red (making Orange) when in "High Speed mode".
  • Page 26 the ID code is stored in the receiver and no further linking is necessary unless the receiver is to be used 1. Place the transmitter and the receiver close R6008HS Easy Link Operation to each other within one (1) meter. 0 sec.
  • Page 27 a range check. We have installed a special "Range check 1. With the "Range check mode" on, walk away from the model while simultaneously mode" for doing a ground range check. To access operating the controls. Have an assistant the "Range check mode" touch and hold the RTN stand by the model to confirm that all controls are completely and correctly operational.

  • Page 28: Raceiver And Servo Installation

    RECEIVER AND SERVO INSTALLATION R6008HS (CH1 CH1~8,B Ni-Cd battery Receiver switch Charging port Servos...
  • Page 29 The T8FG transmitter channels are automatically assigned for optimal combination according to the type (*1) (*1) (*1) (*2) (*3) (*3) 1AIL 2AIL 2AIL+1FLAP 2AIL+2FLAP 2AIL+4FLAP 4AIL+2FLAP Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron...
  • Page 30 (*1) (*1) (*2) (*3) 1AIL 2AIL 2AIL+1FLAP 2AIL+2FLAP Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Elevator Throttle Motor Throttle Motor Throttle Motor Throttle Motor Rudder Rudder Rudder...
  • Page 31 (*1) (*1) (*2) (*3) (*3) 2AIL 2AIL+1FLAP 2AIL+2FLAP 2AIL+4FLAP 4AIL+2FLAP Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Airplane Glider Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron Aileron ---- Aileron ---- Aileron Rudder2 Rudder2 Rudder2 Rudder2 Rudder2 Rudder2 ---- Aileron2 ---- Aileron2 Throttle Motor Throttle...
  • Page 32 RX CH H-4, H4X Swash All Other Aileron Aileron Elevator Elevator Throttle Throttle Rudder Rudder Gyro Gyro Pitch Pitch Governor Governor Elevator2 Needle AUX1 AUX1 AUX1 AUX1 AUX1 AUX1 AUX1 AUX1...
  • Page 33 Rubber Rubber Servo Servo grommet grommet each arm on the Futaba 4-arm servo arms. The out slightly and fasten it at suitable points. In manufacturing deviations from servo to servo. maintenance. Fasten about 5-10cm from the servo outlet so that the lead wire is neat.
  • Page 34 *Must be kept as straight as possible. Antenna Coaxial cable R6008HS Receiver to ensure that there is no loss of signal. To obtain the best results of the diversity This is not a critical figure, but the most important thing is to keep the antennas away from each other as much as possible.
  • Page 35 1. Model addition and selection Note that even for the same "airplane model", when the wing type and tail type are different, the channel assignment may be different. (The channel assigned to each function can be checked at the Function already set.
  • Page 36 The Condition Select function automatically 6. D/R function *It is possible to customize the activation of the flight conditions. settings. *The Condition Delay can be programmed for each channel. note: this menu item is only available under certain...
  • Page 37 etc. to match the fuselage used. 1. Model addition and selection nditions per model. The Condition Select function automatically (Initial setting) after entering the model's names in advance. The T8FG is capable of storing up to 20 models in the transmitter's internal memory.
  • Page 38 operation curve in relation to the movement of the kit instruction manual. For a description of the throttle stick for each condition. Connection". Note: The channel assigned to each function can be checked at the Function menu of the Linkage Menu. Normal curve creates a basic throttle curve is incorrect, use the Reverse function of centered near hovering.
  • Page 39 6. D/R function each condition. mentioned "Throttle/Pitch curve setting" A curve setting example is shown below. Use the hovering system and set this curve to match take off and landing and vertical climb at a constant speed. Use this curve in 540º stall turn, loop, and rolling stall turn, and adjust it so the fuselage is facing straight ahead when heading into the wind.
  • Page 40 *If throttle mixing is necessary for a compensation for This mixing is used with engines with a design which allows needle control during flight (fuel-air mixture adjustment). A needle curve can be set. This mixing is dedicated governor mixing when a GV-1 (governor) is used.

  • Page 41: Functions Of System Menu

    SYSTEM MENU transmitter: This does not set up any model data. touching the SYS button twice at the home screen, etc. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the home screen by touching the RTN button. the setup screen by touching the RTN button. [TRAINER]: Starts and sets the trainer system.
  • Page 42 Trainer system starting and setting TRAINER The Trainer function makes it possible for the trainer function is not used. and channels You can select the operation mode for each channel. match the training ability to the student's skill level. NOTE: This trainer system can be used in the following manner;...
  • Page 43 setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the System menu by touching the RTN button. Note: The trainer function won’t be turned on unless the Instructor's transmitter receives 1. Access the setup screen page 4 shown signals from the student's transmitter.
  • Page 44 1. Move the cursor to the [RATE] item of the channel you want to change and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input mode. 2. Adjust the rate by scrolling the touch sensor. "RATE": Adjust the desired rate. the RTN button for one second.
  • Page 45 LCD and back-light adjustment the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the System menu by touching the RTN button. the RTN button for one second. 1. Select "CONTRAST" and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input mode and adjust 2.
  • Page 46 User name registration USER NAME T8FG user name. name. Please note that a space is also counted as one character. access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. User name (candidate) <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the System menu by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 47 Note: This will not change the throttle ratchet, signal, but does not change the display etc. Those are mechanical changes that indicators. Use the Normal mode as long as must be performed by a Futaba service there is no special reason to use the Reverse center. mode.
  • Page 48 Displays the program version, SD card information, and product ID. INFO setup screen is selectable. ID are displayed on the Information screen. not displayed. setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the System menu by touching the RTN button.

  • Page 49: Functions Of Linkage Menu

    FUNCTIONS OF LINKAGE MENU other model basic settings. tapping the LNK button two times. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the home screen by touching the RTN button. *The display screen is an example. The screen depends on the model type. the setup screen by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 50 Servo Test & Graph Display / Displays servo positions. SERVO MONITOR This is used for testing servo movement. The “Neutral Test” is good for finding the neutral position of a servo horn. the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.

  • Page 51: Model Select

    The Model Selection function performs model addition, selection, MODEL SELECT deletion, copy, and model name setting. This function is used to load the settings of the The settings may be selected from either the memory. It may be used for getting a head-start on available in the transmitter.
  • Page 52 [TX]: Transmitter memory 5. After the desired information has been input, select [ENTER] and touch the RTN button. [CARD]: SD card (To terminate input and return to the original 2. Move the cursor to the model you want to state, select [CANCEL] and touch the RTN delete in the model list and then touch the button.) RTN button.
  • Page 53 This function selects the model type from among airplane, helicopter, and glider. swash type.) Be sure that you don’t mind losing this data, or back it up to another memory using the copying functions. are available for helicopters. Six types of main When changing the helicopter swash type within the following groups, you can leave gliders.
  • Page 55 FASST mode selection and area mode selection FASST mode selection For the most up-to-date list of receivers and their site at: http://2.4gigahertz.com/receivers/index.html MULTI/7CH: FASST-2.4GHz system (Multi-ch mode/7ch mode) The T8FG transmitter has been designed utilizing this transmitter in a country other than menu and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN <SensorTouch™>...

  • Page 56: Function

    Channel assignment of each function can be changed. FUNCTION These four channels can be set as virtual servo output channels and functions have been functions that do not have servo output channels. *You can also assign the same function to multiple servo output channels such as assigning elevator function to CH2 and CH3.
  • Page 57 Move the cursor to the "TRIM" item of the Move the cursor to the channel # you want channel you want to change and touch the to replace and touch the RTN button to RTN button. switch to the data input mode. *The trim setup screen is displayed.
  • Page 58 Setting of neutral position of each servo. SUB-TRIM The Sub-Trim function is used to set the servo and pushrods are hooked up. When you begin to set their center position. the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™>...
  • Page 59 Use to reverse the throw direction. REVERSE Servo Reverse changes the direction of an setting in the function needs to be reversed. See the instructions for each specialized function for further servo reversing prior to any other programming. If you use pre-built Airplane/Sailplane functions the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.

  • Page 60: Fail Safe

    Sets the servos operating position when transmitter signals can no FAIL SAFE longer be received or when the receiver battery voltage drops. The Failsafe function may be used to set up positions that the servos move to in the case of predefined control suddenly moves to a position radio interference.
  • Page 61 Sets the travel and limit point of each servo. access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the Linkage menu by touching the RTN button. (limit point) (limit point) (travel) (travel) 1. Move the cursor to the travel item of the channel you want to adjust and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input mode.
  • Page 62 Stops the engine safely and easily.(airplane and helicopter only) THR CUT The action is not functional at high throttle to the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the Linkage menu by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 63 Lowers the engine idling speed.(airplane only) IDLE DOWN stick at idle. The action is not functional at high access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the Linkage menu by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 64 SWASH RING linkage by simultaneous operation of the ailerons and elevators. It is very useful in 3D aerobatics a circle is displayed in the operating range display area and the rate input box menu and access the setup screen is displayed. Stick operation is limited to shown below by touching the RTN the area of this circle.
  • Page 65 Swash AFR and linkage correction function. (helicopter only, except SWASH swash type H-1) plate as necessary during specific control inputs. compensation functions in this menu may not compensate effectively. To correct this use the point of the servos to the actual perpendicular plate to for proper operation of each control using the corresponding compensation mixing.
  • Page 66 example to describe mixing rate setting. The mixing to the data input mode. Touch the RTN button to end 1. Compensating aileron input [AIL] Set the throttle to the lowest position. Move the aileron stick to the left and right and at this position.
  • Page 67 Digital trim settings T1-T4 SET. the actual trim's memory position. combination mode is selected. The T8FG's unit of trim is displayed on the home screen. the setup screen shown below by touching the "COMB.": Combination mode RTN button. "SEPAR": Separate mode <SensorTouch™>...

  • Page 68: Data Reset

    Model memory setting data reset. DATA RESET trim settings or all of the settings saved in the active model memory. You may individually choose to Type. T1~T4: Reset the digital trim setting. *The trim step amount and trim rate are not reset. access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.

  • Page 69: Functions Of Model Menu

    Note: The T8FG is designed so that the airplane and glider (including EP glider) model types and other functions common to all model types. are compatible with aircraft of similar type wings. This section outlines the relationship between model type matched to the aircraft. If a different the functions common to airplanes and gliders, except some dedicated functions, and model type.
  • Page 70 Flight condition's switch assignment, copy, priority change and CONDITION condition delay can be set. [except airplane type] Unnecessary fuselage motion which may be generated when there are sudden changes Please note this is not applicable to airplane type in the servo positions and when there are selections.
  • Page 71 1. Select the condition for which you want to set. 2. Move the cursor to the "DELAY" item of the channel you want to set and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input mode. Adjust the delay amount by scrolling the touch sensor.

  • Page 72: Dual Rate

    The angle and curve of each stick function can be set. [All model types] DUAL RATE This is normally used after the End Point programming has been completed to define the rate through the dual rate function. operational curve of the throttle function. the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 73 1. Function selection Move the cursor to the function selection item and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input mode. Select the function you want to adjust by scrolling the touch sensor. Touch the RTN button to the cursor mode. 2.
  • Page 74 Program mixing which can be freely customized. Up to five mixings can be used for each model. [All model types] Programmable mixing may be used to correct have mixing remaining on all the time. called "slave." programmable mixing functions. The link function can the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 75 Move the cursor to the switch item and 1. When changing the trim mode, move the access the switch setup screen by touching cursor to the [TRIM] item and touch the RTN the RTN button and select the switch and ON button to switch to the data input mode.
  • Page 76 Dedicated mixing used to adjust the fuel mixture of applicable engines. [Airplane/helicopter] Note: Initial settings does not assign fuel mix to any channel. Prior to utilizing the Fuel Mix settings, select an unused channel on your carburetors. receiver and assign it accordingly for the mixture control.
  • Page 77 Touch the RTN button to end adjustment and return to the cursor mode. function. 1. Move the cursor to the [ACT] item and touch characteristics during acceleration. This enables an the RTN button to switch to the data input mode. operation from the throttle stick.

  • Page 78: Model Menu Functions List

    Note: The T8FG is designed so that the airplane and glider model types can utilize aircraft of the same wing type. The functions common to airplanes and gliders, with the exception of some dedicated functions, are written without regard to the model type. While there may be differences, depending on the number of servos, etc.

  • Page 79: Ele To Camber

    AIL to RUD AIRBRAKE RUD to AIL GYRO V-TAIL This function incorporates the elevators and ELE to CAMBER WINGLET This mix is used to correct for changes in attitude MOTOR the motor of an F5B or other such EP glider is RUD to ELE This function is used to correct rolling maneuvers FLP 3...
  • Page 80 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane, general THR CURVE NOTE: If this throttle curve function is activated, you can not use the THR-EXP function within optimum engine speed from throttle stick input. the DUAL RATE function simultaneously. and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 81 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane, general THR DELAY and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the Model menu by touching the RTN button. 1. Move the cursor to the [DELAY] item and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input mode.
  • Page 82 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons or more AIL DIFF. The left and right aileron differential can be AIL1 AIL 2 (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) AIL 3 AIL 4 and access the setup screen shown (Chip Aileron) (Chip Aileron) below by touching the RTN button. *The display screen is an example.
  • Page 83 independently for each servo according to the offset The camber flaps of a 4-flap model can FLP 4 FLP 3 (Brake Flap) (Brake Flap) FLP 1 FLP 2 (Camber Flap) (Camber Flap) *The display screen is an example. The actual access the setup screen shown below screen depends on the model type.
  • Page 84 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons + 2 flaps or more in the aileron mode. When the aileron stick perform aileron operation simultaneously to can be independently adjusted. FLP 1 FLP 2 (Camber Flap) (Camber Flap) AIL1 AIL 2 (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) AIL 3 AIL 4...
  • Page 85 in the aileron mode. When the aileron stick is the aileron operation simultaneously and the roll axis is improved. FLP 4 FLP 3 (Brake Flap) (Brake Flap) setting a switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) AIL1 AIL 2 (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) AIL 3 AIL 4...

  • Page 86: Ail To Rud

    [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, general AIL to RUD bank at a steep angle. AIL1 AIL 2 switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) AIL 3 AIL 3 (Chip Aileron) (Chip Aileron) RUDDER 2 RUDDER 1 Winglet Winglet at Flying wing at Flying wing V-TAIL...

  • Page 87: Rud To Ail

    [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, general RUD to AIL rudder is applied during roll maneuvers such AIL1 AIL 2 (Main Aileron) (Main Aileron) size aircraft. AIL 3 AIL 3 (Chip Aileron) (Chip Aileron) RUDDER 2 RUDDER 1 setting a switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) Winglet Winglet at Flying wing...
  • Page 88 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons or more elevator servos can be adjusted. When the mixing direction is reversed by the linkage, adjustments can be made by changing the mixing rate polarity (+ or -). setting a switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) changes caused by camber operation can be corrected.
  • Page 89 When setting a cut switch, move the cursor to the [CUT-SW] item and touch the RTN button to access the selection screen. Select the switch and set its ON direction. (Always Move the cursor to the [ACT] item and touch ON at "--"...
  • Page 90 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, 2 ailerons or more ELE to CAMBER this to a switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) increased. neutral position of the elevator stick can be adjusted. (Glider only) menu and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN <SensorTouch™>...
  • Page 91 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, This mix compensates for such changes by incorporating elevator input. FLP 1 FLP 2 adjusted separately. If the mixing direction is (Camber Flap) (Camber Flap) reversed, change the mixing rate polarity (+ or –). AILVATOR V-TAIL setting a switch.
  • Page 92 [Corresponding model type]: Glider, Normal: 2 ailerons or more BUTTERFLY 3. Create more lift toward the center of the aircraft and reduce altitude by simultaneously setting a switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) reference point can be offset. can be adjusted. 1.
  • Page 93 Move the cursor to the [OFFSET] item and hold the airbrake stick to the desired position Move the cursor to the [ACT] item and touch and then touch the RTN button for one the RTN button to switch to the data input second to set the butterfly operational mode.
  • Page 94 [Corresponding model type]: Glider, 2 ailerons or more As an example this function can be set up for elevator. *The display screen is an example. The actual screen depends on the model type. and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™>...
  • Page 95 Initial value: 0 Adjustment range: 0~27 Move the cursor to the [ACT] item and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input Touch the RTN button to end the adjustment mode. Select the ACT mode by scrolling the and return to the cursor mode.
  • Page 96 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane, 2 ailerons or more AIRBRAKE This function is used to increase the aircraft's (When 2 ailerons model type selected) Offset rate: match the aircraft. Mode setting: ACT: [ON] Switch: [SW-C] AUTO-SW: [--] *The display screen is an example. The the setup screen shown below by touching the actual screen depends on the model type.
  • Page 97 Move the cursor to the aileron, flap or elevator speed item and touch the RTN Move the cursor to the [ACT] item and touch button to switch to the data input mode. the RTN button to switch to the data input Adjust the rate by scrolling the touch sensor.
  • Page 98 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, general GYRO Note: This setting does not assign a sensitivity channel. To do so, use the Linkage menu is used to stabilize the aircraft's attitude. The prior to assigning the sensitivity channel (Gyro/Gyro2/Gyro3), be sure to select an unused channel.
  • Page 99 RTN button to switch to the data input mode. Select the gyro type by scrolling the touch sensor. [GY]: When a Futaba GYA gyro is used [NORM]: When using something other than Futaba GYA gyro is used.

  • Page 100: V-Tail

    [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, V-tail V-TAIL V-TAIL right rudder angle changes during elevator and rudder operation of a V-tail airplane. control rudder movement as elevators. In addition ELEVATOR (RUDDER 2) RUDDER (ELEVATOR 2) access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™>...
  • Page 101 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, Ailevator AILEVATOR This function improves the performance of the roll axis by operating the elevators as ailerons. ELEVATOR ELEVATOR 2 and ailerons are coupled together to maximize roll (AILERON 5) (AILERON 6) Note: Select Ailevator as the Model Type at the Model Type screen.
  • Page 102 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, Flying wing only WINGLET Winglets are used to improve the efficiency of RUDDER 1 Winglet at Flying wing RUDDER 2 Winglet at Flying wing and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™>...
  • Page 103 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane/glider, general MOTOR time operation, set the ACT/INH item to [INH] and then reset it to [ON]. motor of an F5B or other EP glider is started via Initial setting) When changing the switch or stick the Linkage menu. operated as a safety function by programming it to Note: Initial setting does not assign a motor channel according to the model type.
  • Page 104 current position Move the cursor to the [ONE TIME] item and touch the RTN button to switch to the data When using motor speed function, move the input mode. cursor to the [INH] item and touch the RTN Select the [ACT] by scrolling the touch sensor button to switch to the data input mode.
  • Page 105 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane, general RUD to ELE setting a switch. (Always ON at [--] setting) menu and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™> Scrolling and return to the Model menu by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 106 [Corresponding model type]: Airplane, general a snap roll is performed. right/down, left/up, left/down) snap roll) the Snap Roll function is turned ON/OFF by the master switch. It is possible to set the direction switch was switched to the direction in which you Right/Up: OFF [SD] want to snap roll.
  • Page 107 Move the cursor to the [MODE] item and touch the RTN button to switch to the data input mode. Select the master or single mode by scrolling the touch sensor. *The display blinks. [MASTER]: Master mode [SINGLE]: Single mode Touch the RTN button to select the mode and return to the cursor mode.

  • Page 108: Model Menu Functions List

    This section contains information on the commands that apply to helicopters only. For the sections pertaining to those aircraft. The Dual Rate function and other functions common to all model types have already been respective aircraft. do so. touching the RTN button twice at the home screen, etc.
  • Page 109 *A simple curve can be created by reducing the number of for each flight condition to optmize the model's value at the corresponding points. performance in relationship to the throttle stick position. and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button. <SensorTouch™>...
  • Page 110 Normal Curve Idle-up 1 Curve Idle-up 2 Curve Hold Curve [Hovering pitch trim setting] The Hovering Pitch trim function trims the pitch the hovering condition. The hovering pitch can be Selection example: LD (initial setting) NORM) can be selected. CTRM mode: Maximum amount of change n e a r c e n t e r b y c e n t e r t r i m o p e r a t i o n rotor speed is constant.
  • Page 111 [Low/High pitch trim setting] Selection example: LS (high side), RS (low side) operation direction can be changed. center as the standard.
  • Page 112 THR CURVE/THROTTLE HOVER TRIM operation curve for each condition to optimize the engine speed to throttle stick movement. The Throttle Hover function trims the throttle function. hovering conditions. Changes in rotor speed and access the setup screen shown *The graph display includes the throttle below by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 113 Normal Curve Idle-up 1 Curve Idle-up 2 Curve [Throttle hover trim setting] Selection example: RD (initial setting) NORM) can be selected. CTRM mode: Maximum rate of change n e a r c e n t e r b y c e n t e r t r i m o p e r a t i o n (recommended) N O R M m o d e : N o r m a l t r i m ( h o r i z o n t a l movement trim) operation.
  • Page 114 THR HOLD This function sets the throttle cut position for Note: Initially, this setting does not assign the throttle hold switch. Prior to adjusting the auto rotation. The throttle servo operating speed parameters for the throttle hold, we suggest designating a throttle hold switch. To do so, access the Condition menu within the Model menu options.
  • Page 115 undesirable roll tendencies. operation of each condition. function to ON. If the front of the helicopter raises during a right roll, when the Rate 2 side is input and the right aileron is operated, the elevator moves to the down side. Tune by adjusting the Rate.
  • Page 116 engine RPM's when an aileron input is given to the helicopter. Engine over-speeding or elevator operation. The method of applying can be adjusted independently for the right aileron and left aileron inputs utilizing pirouetting can also be corrected. Rates 1 and 2. menu and access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN <SensorTouch™>...
  • Page 117 Note: When a GY Series or other heading hold gyro is used, since correction is performed by the gyro, this mix is not utilized. If this function is used when the gyro operation mode is the that the nose does not move in the rudder direction. AVCS mode, the neutral position will change.
  • Page 118 RTN button to switch to the data input mode. Select the gyro type by scrolling the touch sensor. [GY]: When a Futaba GYA gyro is used Touch the RTN button to return to the cursor [NORM]: When other than Futaba GYA gyro mode.
  • Page 119 helicopter's rotor head. The rotor head speed can be Note: Always set (Control) and (Trim) to [--] *The governor is used by connecting the governor speed for [Governor] of the Function menu of the Linkage menu. access the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 120 Timer setting TIMER ST1/ST2 The Timer function may be set for any desired If a target time is set and the timer reaches the set provided for your use. The timers are stored automatically. The timers may be set to start and stop from the call the setup screen shown below by touching the RTN button.
  • Page 121 The various functions used in the T8FG can (Switch selection screen example) 1. Use the touch sensor to move the cursor (highlights) to the switch you want to select and touch the RTN button. 2. To return to the preceeding screen, move the cursor to the [H/W SELECT] at the top of the screen and touch the RTN button.
  • Page 122 a free position can be changed. [Setting method] 1. First, use the touch sensor to move the cursor to the [POS] item. 2. Move the stick, trim lever, or knob to the point you want to change and touch the RTN button.
  • Page 123 AND: When both switches are ON, the condition is ON. O R : W h e n e i t h e r s w i t c h e i s O N , t h e condition is ON. EOR: When the two switches are in different states, the condition is ON.

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