Helicopter - FUTABA T18SZ Instruction Manual

Helicopter basic setting procedure
This section outlines examples of use of the helicopter functions of the T18SZ. Adjust the actual values, etc. to
match the fuselage used.
1. Model addition and call
Default setting assigns 1 model to the T18SZ. To add
new models or to call a model already set, use the Model
select function.
This is convenient when calling a model after
registering the model names in advance. (The data of up
to 30 models can be saved at the transmitter. Data can
also be saved to the optional SD card.)
The currently called model is displayed at the top
of the screen. Before flying and before changing any
settings, always confirm the model name.
2. Model type and swash type selection
If a different model type is already selected, select
helicopter with the Model type function of the Linkage
menu, and then select the swash type matched to the

helicopter.

*The Model type function automatically selects the
appropriate output channels, control functions, and mixing
functions for the chosen model type. Eight swash types are
available for helicopters.
*For a description of the swash type selection, refer to the
Model type function.
3. Flight condition addition
The transmitter can install up to eight flight conditions
per model.
The Condition select function automatically allocates
five conditions for helicopter.
(General setting)
● Normal
● Idle up1
● Idle up2
● Idle up3
● Hold
Note: Since you may accidentally activate
the conditions that has not been setup
during flight and this could cause a crash,
delete the conditions not used.
*For a description of the condition deletion, refer to the
Condition select function.
The Normal condition is always on, and remains on
until other conditions are activated by switches.
The priority is throttle hold/idle up 2/idle up 1/normal.
Throttle hold has the highest priority.
Add other conditions, as required.
The Condition delay can be programmed for each
channel. The Condition delay is used to change the servo
throw smoothly when switching conditions.
(General flight condition setting example)
● Normal: (Use initial setting conditions/operate
when switch OFF)
Use from engine starting to hovering.
● Idle up 1: (Operate at SW-E center)
Use in 540º stall turn, loop, rolling stall turn, and other
maneuvers.
● Idle up 2: (Operate at SW-E forward side)
Use in rolls.
● Throttle hold: (Operate at SW-G forward side)
Use in auto rotation.
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