Futaba 6EXP Manuel d'utilisateur

6EXPINSTRUCTION MUNUALfor Futaba 6EXP 6-channel,PCM/PPM(FM) selectableRadio control systemfor Airplane/helicopter1M23N12013Futaba CorporationTechnical

10RECEIVER AND SERVO CONNECTIONS Connect the servos to the receiver to perform the functions indicated:Receiver output channelFunctionAircraft (ACRO)

11CHARGING THE Ni-Cd BATTERIESThe transmitter and receiver batteries included with your 6EXP system are rechargeable, Ni-Cd (nickel-cadmium, pronounce

12LIQUID CHIP DISPLAY (LCD) & PROGRAMMING CONTROLSTo open programming menu; Press both keys simultaneously and hold for one second MODE key -

13Transmitter battery voltage “Battery” icon In addition to the model type, the LCD screen also displays the transmitter battery voltage. When the vol

14PROGRAMMING THE 6EXP RADIO Anytime you wish to view or change any of the current settings in the transmitter, the programming mode must first be ent

15ACRO/HELI Model type select functionThe Model type select function is used to select the ACRO or HELI mode of model type.ACRO: Powered aircraft memo

16Model name functionAssign a name to the model memory. By giving each model a name that is immediately recognizable, you can quickly select the corre

17the throw. 5. Repeat the procedure for the other dual rate (channel 2-elevator, 4-rudder). EXPO Exponential Settings The “exponentials” are in the

18TRIM Trim SettingsThere are four trim levers (“trims”) on the front of the transmitter. Three of the trims are for adjusting the neutral position

19PMIX1/2 Programmable Mixer 1/2 (ACRO only)Unlike the “wing mixing” function (explained later) where the channels to be mixed are factory-set, the

2TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction ...3Service ...

20Wing Mixing Type Selection (ACRO only)With the programmable mix (previously described) the user determines the two channels to be mixed. The wing mi

21To activate flap trim: 1. Enter the programming mode. Access the “FLTR” screen with the MODE key. 2. If “INH” is blinking, push DATA INPUT lever upwa

224. Next you may the elevator setting. Press the SELECT key to display the “CH2” and flashing “%” sign. Use the DATA INPUT lever to set the percentage

233. Push the DATA INPUT lever upward for 0.5 seconds. This will cause the flashing “INH” display to change to a flashing “ON” display. Now the mixing

24N-TH Normal throttle curve function (HELI only)Used to set throttle curve for normal flight. 5-point throttle curve is utilized to best match the b

253. Use SELECT key to select the desire curve point. Point 1 is shown initially which is throttles stick all the way downward (slow) position. Point

26REVO Pitch-rudder mixing function (HELI only)This mix adds rudder in conjunction with pitch. This helps compensate for rotation of the helicopter

27• GY401: Simpler set up. Ideal for learning aerobatics through 3D. • GY502: Better centering than 401 for more advanced aerobatics. Ideal through

28SW-T Swash to throttle mixing (HELI only)This function corrects slowing of engine speed caused by swashplate operation at aileron or elevator oper

29To select the swashplate types:1. Enter the programming mode and use the MODE key to access the “SWSH” function.2. To select swashplate type press t

3INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing the Futaba 6EXP digital proportional R/C airplane/helicopter system. If this is your first “computer” radio, rest

30F/S Fail Safe (PCM mode only)The Fail Safe function is used to prescribe what the PCM receiver will do in the event radio interference is received,

31MODE keyMODE keyPCM mode onrySELECT keyDATA INPUTlever[CH 2-5][CH 2-5][CH 2-3][Model 2-5][CH 2-5](press MODE and SELECT keys for one second)*1. Pres

323TICK-ODEMODE key MODE key PCM mode onrySELECT key DATA INPUT lever [CH 2-5] [CH 2-5] [CH 2-3] [2-4] [2-4] [2-4] [2-4] [Model 2-5] [CH 2-5](press

33OTHER 6EXP FUNCTIONSTrainer switch (ACRO mode)To utilize the trainer function, the appropriate trainer cord (available separately) and a second Futa

34Adjustable-length control sticks The control stick length is adjustable to make the transmitter more comfortable to hold and operate. To adjust the

35FLIGHT PREPARATIONFlight preparation is to be done at the flying field.IMPORTANT: Your radio control system transmits a signal on a certain frequency.

MENU FUNCTIONREVR Servo ReverseD/R Dual Rate settingEPA End Point AdjustTRIM TrimsEXPO Exponential settingF/S Failsafe (PCM Only)CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 C

MODEL DATA RECORDING SHEET (HELI) (Make copies before using)Model name: Model No. 1• 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 6Model Type: HELI MENU FUNCTION REVR Servo Rev

4Transmitter: T6EXPT6EXP Transmitter with 6-model memory.Transmitting on 29, 35, 36, 40, 41, or 72 MHz band.Operating system: 2-stick, 6-channel syste

5Receiver crystals:The receiver frequency may be changed as long as it remains within the “low” and “high” band frequency range. If your receiver is o

6INTRODUCTION TO THE 6EXP SYSTEMIMPORTANT!: Always turn on the transmitter first, then the receiver. When turning off the system, always turn off the r

7H:Throttle – hold switch - This switch operates to hold the engine in the idling position and disengaged it from the Throttle Stick. It is commonly u

8RADIO INSTALLATIONFollow these guidelines to properly mount the servos, receiver and battery. INPORTANT!: Please use PCM receiver if the compositio

9• IMPORTANT: NEVER cut the receiver antenna or mount it in the model folded back on itself. Doing so will change its electrical length, possibly red