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Page 1: Instruction Manual
10CAG/10CHG/10CG-2.4GHz 10-CHANNEL RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL Technical updates and additional programming examples available at: http://www.futaba-rc.com/faq Entire Contents ©Copyright 2009 1M23N21007... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............3 Curve, Prog. mixes 5-8 ..........71 Additional Technical Help, Support and Service ..3 GYA gyro mixing ( GYRO SENSE ) ....... 73 ......4 Other Equipment ............74 Meaning of Special Markings ........5 Safety Precautions (do not operate without reading) .. -
Page 3: Introduction
IN NORTH AMERICA Please feel free to contact the Futaba Service Center for assistance in operation, use and programming. Please be sure to programming, use, set up and safety information on the 10CG radio system and is updated regularly. Any technical there, please see the end of our F.A.Q. - Page 4 Prior approval of the appropriate government authorities may be required. If you have purchased this product from an exporter outside your country, and not the authorized Futaba distributor in your country, please contact the seller immediately to determine if such export regulations have been met.
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Page 5: Meaning Of Special Markings
Have regular maintenance performed. Although your 10CG protects the model memories with non-volatile EEPROM memory (which does not require periodic replacement) and not a battery, the transmitter still should have regular checkups for wear and tear. We recommend sending your system to the Futaba Service Center NiCd Battery Charge the batteries! (See Charging the NiCd batteries, p. - Page 6 To prevent possible damage to your radio gear, turn the power switches on and off in the proper sequence: 2. Turn on the transmitter power and allow your transmitter to reach its home screen. 4. Turn on your receiver power. 6.
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Page 7: Introduction To The 10Cg
• Permanent memory storage via EEPROM with no backup battery to service or have fail. • 10CAG transmitter features airplane friendly switch layout, with the trainer switch at the left hand (Mode 2), and a notched throttle to minimize throttle changes with rudder input. Defaults to ACRO model type. - Page 8 R6008HS R6014HS • Futaba FASST-2.4G R6014HS,R6014FS, R6008HS or R608FS receiver may be used with the 10CG at 2.4G-10ch mode. Futaba FASST-2.4G R607FS, R617FS, R616FFM or R6004FF receiver may be used with the 10CG at 2.4G-7ch mode. T10CG 2.4G system and receiver...
- Page 9 CONTENTS AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Your 10CAG, 10CHG or 10CG system includes the following components: • T10CAG, T10CHG or T10CG Transmitter (Suggested Servo for use with your 10CG system) • R6008HS or R6014HS Receiver Servo S9252 (Digital servo) • N Control system: Pulse width control, 1.52 ms neutral &...
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Page 10: Accessories
4.8V (Ni-Cd 4 cells) or 6.0V (Ni-Cd 5 cells or alkaline 4 cells). Using a 6.0V pack increases the • Gyros - a variety of genuine Futaba gyros are available for your aircraft or helicopter needs. See p.73 for aircraft or p. -
Page 11: Transmitter Controls
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS - AIRPLANE Antenna CAMPac or Dust Cap Carrying Handle VR(B) VR(C) VR(A) CH8 Knob Flap Trim Control Spoiler/CH7 Control This knob is disabled if aileron differential This controls CH6, and if flaperon mixing is activated. is activated controls the flap. SW(C) SW(B) Elevator - Flap Mixing or... - Page 12 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS - HELI CAMPac or Dust Cap Antenna VR(B) VR(A) Carrying Handle CH8 Knob Hovering - Pitch Knob VR(C) Hovering - Throttle Knob/CH7 SW(C) SW(B) Governor Switch Rudder Dual Rate Switch/CH9 SW(A) Elevator Dual Rate Switch/CH10 SW(D) SW(F) Aileron Dual Rate Switch Idle-up 3 Switch SW(H) Trainer Switch...
- Page 13 HI-PIT *On the 10CAG Mode 2 transmitters, the TOP LEFT SWITCHES are spring-loaded and 2-position; on the 10CAG Mode 1, 10CHG, and 10CG, those switches are on the right side. For consistency, the switch position’s designation remains the same (upper left is F, etc), but the functions are...
- Page 14 RECEIVER AND SERVO CONNECTIONS (Wing Type) ACRO Receiver (FLAPERON) Output and Aircraft ( ACRO ) Channel AIL2 AIL1 FLP1 FLP2 elevator (CH6) (CH1) throttle ACRO rudder (w/FLAP) (CH1) AIL2 AIL1 (CH7) (CH1) (CH6) (Tail Type) spare spare (NORMAL) (V-TAIL) (AILVATOR) Aileron Differential mode ( AILE-DIFF ).
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Page 15: Charging The Nicd Batteries
Receiver (Swash Type) Output and Helicopter ( HELI ) Channel FRONT (AIL) (PIT) aileron (cyclic roll) 120˚ (AIL) (PIT) (Normal linkage type) H-1:each servo linked elevator (cyclic pitch) (AIL) (PIT) t o t h e s w a s h p l a t e 120˚... -
Page 16: Stick Adjustments
Adjusting the length of the non-slip control sticks You may change the length of the control sticks to make your transmitter more Stick tip A Locking piece B comfortable to hold and operate. To lengthen or shorten your transmitter’s A counterclockwise. Next, move the locking piece B up or down (to lengthen or shorten). -
Page 17: Changing Mode
Changing Modes ( TX SETTING ): Hold down MODE and END keys while turning on the transmitter to enter the TX SETTING menu. Stick Mode: The screen reads " STK-MODE ". Use the DIAL to change this to the correct mode. Note that this will NOT change the throttle and elevator rachets, etc. -
Page 18: Radio Installation & Range Checking
No part of the servo casing should contact the mounting failure. • Note the small numbers (1, 2, 3, 4) molded into each arm on the Futaba 4-arm servo arms. The numbers indicate how many degrees each arm is “off” from 90 degrees to correct for minute manufacturing deviations from servo to servo. - Page 19 R6014HS Receiver Futaba's dual antenna diversity then seamlessly selects the best signal reception between these antennas to ensure that there is no loss of signal. • To obtain the best results of the diversity function, please refer to the following instructions: 1.
- Page 20 Operation Mode Select (R6008HS/R6014HS): Link/Mode Switch R6008HS R6014HS Link/Mode Switch The operation mode is on "Normal mode" from factory shipping. To change the mode, please adhere to the following steps: Turn on the receiver. 0 sec. 1 sec. 1. Turn off the receiver. 2.
- Page 21 Link Procedure (T10CG transmitter/R6008HS or R6014HS receiver): Each transmitter has an individually assigned, unique ID code. In order to start operation, the receiver must be linked with the ID code of the transmitter with which it is being paired. Once the link is made, the ID code is stored in the receiver and no further linking is necessary unless the receiver is to be used with another transmitter.
- Page 22 Range Testing Your R/C System It is extremely important to range check your models prior to each flying session. This enables you to ensure that incorporates a system that reduces its power output and allows you to perform such a range check. Power Down mode (TM10 POWER MODE): We have installed a special "Power Down Mode"...
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Page 23: Transmitter Displays And Buttons
TRANSMITTER DISPLAYS & BUTTONS potentially leading to a crash. 128: CAMPac display (10CG/10C data) 9C: CAMPac display (9C/9CS data) 2.4G-7CH/10CH: Modulation indicator Timers MIX: Mixer Alert Throttle trim Model number Elevator trim display and name display CURSOR lever Total timer display <TIMER> Shows the cumulated ON time. -
Page 24: Warning And Error Displays
CAMPac and loss of all data. RF ERROR: Warning sound: A single long beep. The single beep lets you know that the RF output has stopped for any reason. The blue RF light also goes out. Return your transmitter to Futaba for service. -
Page 25: Airplane ( Acro ) Functions
AIRCRAFT ( ACRO ) MENU FUNCTIONS Please note that all BASIC menu functions are the same for airplanes ( ACRO ), sailplanes ( GLID ), and helicopters ( HELI ). The glider BASIC menu includes MOTOR CUT that is discussed in the Glider section and does not include IDLE-DOWN or THR- CUT ;... -
Page 26: Map Of Functions
MAP OF ACRO BASIC FUNCTIONS (Startup screen) To enter the Basic Menu, To return to the Startup screen, press the Mode key for one second. press the End key. ( for one second) ACRO Basic Menu (Basic Menu 1/2) (Basic Menu 2/2) Press Mode key to toggle back and forth between BASIC and ADVANCE menus. -
Page 27: Quick Guide To Setting Up A 4-Channel Airplane
A QUICK GUIDE: GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC 4-CHANNEL AIRCRAFT This guide is intended to help you get acquainted with the radio, to give you a jump start on using your new radio, and to give you some ideas and direction on how to do even more than you may have already considered. It follows our basic format of all programming pages: a big picture overview of what we accomplish;... - Page 28 With digital trims you don’t shut the engine off with THROTTLE TRIM. Let's set up IDLE-DOWN and "throttle cut" ( THR-CUT ) now. GOALS of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS for EXAMPLE Set up IDLE-DOWN . From the BASIC menu, choose IDLE- to IDLE-DOWN .
- Page 29 SW . to G or E . assignment. Ex: elevator to switch G or E to center position. G (10CAG) or E (10CHG) with 3 Repeat steps above to set 3rd rate. positions. Where next? (Other functions you may wish to set up for your model.) TRAINER p.
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Page 30: Acro Basic Menu Functions
MODEL submenu: includes three functions that manage model memory: MODEL SELECT , MODELCOPY and MODELNAME . Since these functions are all related, and are all basic features used with most models, they are together in the MODEL submenu of the BASIC menu. MODEL SELECT : This function selects which of the 15 model memories in the transmitter (or 33 in the optional CAMPac- the model's name and an image of its type are indicated after its number. - Page 31 MODEL COPY 128K CAMPac). The name of the model memory you are copying into is displayed for clarity. Notes: • Any data in the model copied to will be written over and lost, including name, type and modulation. Upon completion, it cannot be recovered. •...
- Page 32 MODEL NAME : assigns a name to the current model memory. By giving each model a name that is immediately recognizable, a crash. Adjustability and values: • Up to 10 characters long. • Each character may be a letter, number, blank, or a symbol. •...
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Page 33: Parameter Submenu: Reset , Type , Modul , Atl , Aile-2 , Thr-
PARAMETER submenu: sets those parameters you would likely set once, and then not disturb again. Once you have selected the correct model you wish to work with, the next step is setting up the proper parameters for this • What is the model's type? •... - Page 34 MODEL TYPE : sets the type of programming used for this model. The T10CG has 15 model memories, which can each support: •one powered aircraft ( ACRO elevator servos, ELEVON , and V-TAIL for further information.); MODEL TYPE for details, p. 78; •eight helicopter swashplate types, including CCPM.
- Page 35 • 2.4G-10CH setting for all Futaba FASST-2.4G Multi-ch mode receivers, • 2.4G-7CH setting for all Futaba FASST-2.4G 7ch mode receivers, regardless of NOTE: When you change models in MODEL SELECT , if the new model is set to the other modulation type, to remind you until you do so.
- Page 36 Second aileron ( AILE-2 ) ( ACRO GLID 1A+1F GLID 2A+1F only): changes the default choice for dual aileron servos from channels 6 ( FLAPERON ) to channels 5 and 6 or channels 3 and 6 ( GLID 1A+1F only), or 7 ( AIL-DIF ) to channels 5 and 7. NOTE: Changing AILE-2 only tells the system which servos to utilize if FLAPERON or AIL-DIF is activated.
- Page 37 USER NAME : assigns your transmitter's name which is displayed in the home screen. Adjustability and values: • Up to 10 characters long. • Each character may be a letter, number, blank, or a symbol. • The default name assigned by the factory is the "Futaba" logo. GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Name USER NAME “Futaba”.
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Page 38: Logic Sw
Logic switch selection ( LOGIC SW ): The various functions in the T10CG can be selected by switch. The Logic switch can be assigned to the following functions: THR-CUT , IDLE DOWN , AUX-CH , TIMER , PROG. MIX , AIRBRAKE , ELEV-FLAP , and AILE- FLAP functions. -
Page 39: End Point
End Point of servo travel adjustment ( END POINT , also called EPA): the most flexible version of travel adjustment available. It independently adjusts each end of each individual servo’s travel, rather than one setting for the servo that affects both directions. Again, for CCPM helicopters, be sure to see SWASH AFR (see p. 95) prior to adjusting end points. Adjustability: •... -
Page 40: Idle Management: Idle Down And Thr-Cut
This works well with THR-CUT also on SWITCH C IDLE-DOWN or THR-CUT to the spring- loaded TRAINER SWITCH F (10CAG) or H (10CHG), then use the trainer function, you may risk loss of throttle control or deadstick for your student. -
Page 41: Idle Management: Idle Down And Thr-Cut
Throttle cut ( THR-CUT ) ( ACRO HELI THROTTLE STICK at idle). The movement is largest at idle and disappears at high throttle to avoid accidental dead sticks. In HELI , there is an additional setting, THR-HOLD . See p. 99. The switch's location and direction must be chosen. -
Page 42: D/R , Exp )
D/R , EXP ): assigns adjusted rates and exponential. Dual/Triple Rates: ( ACRO GLID ) they can be engaged by any stick position. Dual rates affect the control listed, such as aileron, not just a single (ex: channel 1) servo. For example, adjusting aileron dual rate will affect both aileron servos when using FLAPERON or AIL-DIF , and both aileron and elevator servos’... - Page 43 Adjustability: • More sensitivity around neutral. (positive exponential, see example) • Less sensitivity around neutral. (negative exponential, see example) • Adjustable for each direction. ( ACRO GLID ) For throttle, exponential is applied at the low end to help nitro and gasoline engines have a linear throttle response, so that Special note for helicopters: Helicopter model types have just a single rate for each switch position rather than a rate for each side of the servo’s travel per switch position.
- Page 44 GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Set up aileron triple rates on SWITCH Open D/R , EXP function. for 1 second. (If ADVANCE , again.) C with travel settings of 75% (normal), to D/R , EXP . 25% (slow roll) and 140% (extreme Choose the channel to change to desired channel.
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Page 45: Timer Submenu
TIMER submenu (stopwatch functions): controls three electronic clocks. For example, these clocks may be used to keep TIMER<1> TIMER<2> TIMER<3> (Home screen) Adjustability: • Count down timer: starts from the chosen time, displays time remaining. If the time is exceeded, it continues to count below 0. - Page 46 Auxiliary channel function (including channel 9-10 controls)( AUX-CH controls and the receiver output for channels 5-10. Also, the CH9-10 POSI are used to change the CH9-10 servo direction. Note that the CH9-10 functions are only visible in the AUX-CH screen when 2.4H-10CH modulation is selected. Channels 8-10 are not supported in 2.4G-7CH modulation.
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Page 47: Trainer
• SWITCH: controlled by spring-loaded SWITCH F (10CAG) or H (10CHG) only. Not assignable. • Compatibility: The 10CG may be master or student with any Futaba transmitter compatible with the cord. Simply plug the optional trainer cord (For 10CG series, sold separately) into the trainer connection on each transmitter, and follow the guidelines below. -
Page 48: Trim And Sub-Trim
TRIM submenu: resets and adjust effectiveness of digital trims. The 10CG has digital trims which are different from conventional mechanical trim sliders. Each TRIM LEVER is actually a two-directional switch. Each time the TRIM LEVER is pressed, the trim is changed a selected amount. When you hold the TRIM LEVER, the trim speed increases. -
Page 49: Servo Display
SUB-TRIM : makes small changes or corrections to the neutral position of each servo. Range is -120 to +120, with 0 setting, the default, being no SUB-TRIM . We recommend that you center the digital trims before making SUB-TRIM changes, and that you try to keep all of the SUB-TRIM values as small as possible. -
Page 50: Fail Safe And Battery Failsafe ( F/S )
FailSafe (loss of clean signal and low receiver battery) submenu ( F/S ): sets responses in case of loss of signal or low Rx battery. FailSafe ( F/S ): instructs a 2.4G receiver what to do in the event radio interference is received. Adjustability: •... -
Page 51: Acro Advance Menu Functions
ACRO ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS: Aircraft wing types ( ACRO GLID ): There are 3 basic wing types in aircraft models: • Simple. Model uses one aileron servo (or multiple servos on a Y-harness into a single receiver channel) and has a tail. This is the default setup and requires no specialized wing programming. -
Page 52: Flaperon
Using FLAPERON ( ACRO GLID 1A+1F ): (ACRO) (GLID 1A+1F) The FLAPERON performed. [Note] When changing the polarity (positive or negative) of a rate, "change rate dir?" is displayed as a check. Please set up after pressing DIAL for 1 second and canceling the alarm display. ( GLID only) Once FLAPERON ELEVATOR-FLAP mixing), the radio commands both FLAPERON . -
Page 53: Flap Trim
Where next? Adjust individual servo's SUB-TRIMs : see p. 49 and END POINTs : see p. 39. Set up AIRBRAKE mix: see p. 63 and ELEV-FLAP mix: see p. 62. see p. 61. View additional model setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\. -
Page 54: Aileron Differential ( Aile-Diff )
Set up AIRBRAKE mix: see p. 63. Set up ELEV-FLAP Set up SNAP-ROLL Function: see p. 59. View additional model setups: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\. *If you receive an error message that OTHER WING MIXING IS ON , you must deactivate ELEVON or FLAPERON . See p. 51. -
Page 55: Using Twin Aileron Servos: Aile-2
AILE-2 . to CH6&5 . Allows twin aileron servo operation with a 5-channel receiver. Close menu. Where next? Finish setting up FLAPERON or AILE-DIFF . see Twin Aileron Servos: p. 51. View additional model setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\... -
Page 56: Elevon (See Tail Types)
(GLID 1A+1F) STICKS are moved at the same time the controls may bind or run out of travel. For details on setting up a complex aerobatic plane, please visit www.futaba- rc.com\faq\. Many other setup examples are also available at this location. -
Page 57: Twin Elevator Servos ( Ailevator )
• Redundancy, in case of a servo failure or mid-air collision. Adjustability: • CH2 and CH8 only. (With programmable mixing, could utilize CH5 as the 2nd elevator servo. See www.futaba-rc.com\ faq\ for examples.) THROTTLE-NEEDLE uses CH8 and cannot be active simultaneously. -
Page 58: V-Tail
See PROG.MIX , p. 68.) (For details on setting up a complex plane, such as one with a v-tail AND a separate steerable nosewheel, please visit our FAQ at www.futaba-rc.com\faq\. Many other setup examples are also available at this location.) GOAL of EXAMPLE:... -
Page 59: Snap Roll
SNAP-ROLL ) ( ACRO ): the same input every time. It also removes the need to change dual rates on the 3 channels prior to performing a snap, as SNAP-ROLL always takes the servos to the same position, regardless of dual rates, inputs held during the snap, etc. Note: Every aircraft snaps differently due to its C.G., control throws, moments, etc. - Page 60 105% . Optional: Activate SAFE-MOD . [Ex: E or G up. to SAFE-MODE ON when SWITCH E (10CAG) or to ON . (Note: using negative percents can G (10CHG) is down, meaning snap change any of the 4 snap directions. For snap switch.
- Page 61 MIXES: the backbone of nearly every function Mixes are special programs within the radio that command one or more channels to act together with input from only one source, such as a stick, slider or knob. There are a variety of types of mixes. Types: •...
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Page 62: Elev-Flap
(Ex: 0% ,to 45% .) ELEVATOR STICK. to 0% . to 45% . ELEVATOR STICK. Close menu. Where next? FLAPERON ): see p. 52. Set up AIRBRAKE Set up programmable mixes (ex: FLAP-ELEVATOR ): see p. 68. View additional setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\. -
Page 63: Airbrake Butterfly (Crow)
AIRBRAKE BUTTERFLY (crow) mixing ( ACRO GLID ): ( ACRO ) ( GLID ) Like FLAPERON and AILEVATOR , AIRBRAKE is one function that is really made up of a series of pre-programmed mixes all done for you within the radio. AIRBRAKE (often called "crow" or BUTTERFLY - see GLID , p. 80 for details) simultaneously limit increases in airspeed in dives. - Page 64 (display changes if new setting is different from prior setting). Close menu. Where next? FLAPERON ): see p. 52. Set up ELEV-FLAP mixing: see p. 62. Set up programmable mixes, for example, FLAP-ELEVATOR : see p. 67. View additional model setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\.
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Page 65: Throttle-Needle
THROTTLE-NEEDLE mixing ( ACRO HELI ): ( ACRO ) ( HELI ) THROTTLE-NEEDLE THROTTLE STICK inputs for perfect engine tuning at all throttle settings. This function is particularly popular with or installations with a high tank position. Not needed for fuel injection engines, which do this automatically. Adjustability: •... -
Page 66: Throttle Delay
Adjust throttle’s END POINT : see p. 39. Adjust throttle exponential ( D/R , EXP ): see p. 42. Set up AILEVATOR : see p. 57. Set up programmable mixes, for example, RUDDER-AILERON : see p. 68. View additional model setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\... -
Page 67: Throttle Curve
Throttle curve ( THR-CURVE )( ACRO ): This function adjust the throttle operation curve for optimum engine response to throttle stick movement. NOTE: If the throttle EXP function is activated, you can not use THR-CURVE function simultaneously. Adjustability: • Separate curves for each switch position are available. •... -
Page 68: Linear, Prog. Mixes 1-4
LINEAR PROGRAMMABLE MIXES ( PROG.MIX1-4 ): Your 10CG contains four separate linear programmable mixes. (Note that mixer #5-8’s mixing RATEs are set with a 5-point curve. HELI has mixer #5-6's mixing. see CURVE MIXES, p. 71.) There are a variety of reasons you might want to use these mixes. A few are listed here. - Page 69 LINK ON , mixing is applied to both CH2 and CH4. MASTER SLAVE LINK TRIM SWITCH POSITION RATE OFFSET FLAP ELEV NULL •Trim: master’s trim affects slave. Not displayed if master is not CH 1-4, because 5-9 have no trim. Ex: two rudder servos. With TRIM OFF , rudder trim would bind the two servos.
- Page 70 D/R , EXP ): see p. 42. Set up additional programmable mixes, ex: RUDDER - AILERON : see p. 68. View numerous additional mix setups: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\ Other Examples: • RUD-ELEV ( ACRO GLID ) mix: Compensate for pitching up or down when rudder is applied.
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Page 71: Curve, Prog. Mixes 5-8
CURVE PROGRAMMABLE MIXES ( PROG.MIX5-8 )( HELI : PROG.MIX5-6 ): Your 10CG’s ACRO GLID programs contain four separate curve programmable mixes. HELI contains two. There are a variety pre-programmed curve mix is the THROTTLE-NEEDLE function. This curve is adjustable at 5 points, allowing you to adjust the motor’s tuning at 5 points along its RPM range. - Page 72 Adjust servo END POINTs : see p. 39. Set up AILEVATOR : see p. 57. Set up linear programmable mixes, ex: RUDDER-to-Aux2 (twin rudder servos):see p. 68, or additional curve mix, ex: RUDDER-AILERON : see p. 71. View numerous mix setups: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\...
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Page 73: Gya Gyro Mixing ( Gyro Sense )
GYA gyro mixing GYA series gyros: GYA series gyros are a high performance, compact, and light weight AVCS gyro developed for model airplane. Integrated sensor and control circuit make it easy to mount. • GYA350: for airplane aileron, elevator, or rudder. •... -
Page 74: Other Equipment
Gear Doors: Some scale models with retracts also have separate gear doors to cover the scale gear. For one example of how to operate the gear doors separately from the retracts, please visit our website: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\. Smoke Systems: Many scale and aerobatic models use smoke systems to provide increased realism or a more impressive It is a good practice to set up a "safety"... -
Page 75: Glider ( Glid(1A+1F) (2A+1F) (2A+2F) ) Functions
GLIDER MODEL FUNCTIONS Please note that nearly all of the BASIC menu functions are the same for airplane ( ACRO setup), sailplane ( GLID 1A+1F 2A+1F 2A+2F setups), and helicopter ( HELI setups). The features that are identical refer back to the ACRO chapter. The glider BASIC menu includes MOTOR CUT and does not include IDLE-DOWN or THR-CUT . -
Page 76: Getting Started With A Basic 4-Ch Glider
GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC 4-CHANNEL (Aileron/Flap/Rudder/Elevator) GLIDER This guideline is intended to help you get acquainted with the radio, to give you a jump start on using your new radio, and to give you some ideas and direction in how to do even more with this powerful system than you may have already considered. -
Page 77: D/R , Exp )
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Adjust travels as needed to match In the BASIC menu, choose END POINT . to END POINT . model’s recommended throws (usually to choose END POINT . listed as high rates).P. 39. Adjust the servos’ end points. to FLAP . -
Page 78: Glider-Specific Basic Menu Functions
GLID -SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS STEP BY STEP. Those functions which are identical to the ACRO setups are referred directly to those pages. MODEL TYPE : This function of the PARAMETER submenu is used to select the type of model programming to be used. GLIDER TYPES: GLID(1A+1F) GLID(2A+1F) -
Page 79: Motor Cut
Motor cut function ( MOTOR CUT ) ( GLID AIRBRAKE STICK position. The servo movement is largest at -30%. The switch's location and direction must be chosen. It defaults to NULL to avoid accidentally assigning it to a switch, which might result in an unintentional dead Adjustability: •... -
Page 80: Glider-Specific Advance Menu Functions
GLIDER ADVANCE MENU Varied wing types and tail types (twin aileron servos, twin elevator servos, elevon, v-tail, etc). See p. 51-58 for basic information. • FLAPERON ( GLID 1A+1F p. 45. • CAMBER FLAP • For sailplanes, this function is also used as wing camber. The amount depends on the model, but usually a small amount (less than 10%) is preferred, since too much camber produces excess drag. -
Page 81: Aile/Rudd
FLP1 . RUDDER STICK. to +25% . RUDDER STICK. to +25% . Repeat as needed. Close. Where next? ELEV-FLAP mixing. See p. 62. BUTTERFLY . See p. 63. Use a mix to OFFSET View additional model setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\... -
Page 82: Aile-Flap ( Glid 2A+2F Only)
Assign the SWITCH and position. to SW . to C . to POSI . to CENTER . Close. Where next? ELEV-FLAP mixing. See p. 62. BUTTERFLY . See p. 63. Use a mix to OFFSET View additional model setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\... -
Page 83: Spoiler Mix
SPOILER MIX ( GLID SPOILER MIX works linking with BUTTERFLY function. Adjustability: • Position: -100% to +100%, with a default of -50% (off), +50% (on) • Channel: Spoiler 1: ch8, 5 or 3 (ch8 or 3*), Spoiler 2: NULL, ch5 or 3 (NULL or ch3*) * GLID (2A+2F) mode •... -
Page 84: Offsets
For an example of trim settings, please see the following: Adjustability: condition. • SWITCH G (10CAG) or E (10CHG) is programmed for NORMAL , START, and SPEED trims. SWITCH C is programmed for DISTANCE and LANDING trims. The CONDITION/FUNCTION ) •... -
Page 85: Start Delay ( Glid 1A+1F Only)
START DELAY ( GLID 1A+1F only): START DELAY automatically switches the offset trims ( OFFSET ) from the START condition's trims to the normal condition's trims after the delay time (max.10sec.). This delay time set by the -dly- item when activating the START condition. (It is convenient for hand launch glider.) NOTE: The same delay amount for elevator and rudder is recommended when using V-tail function. -
Page 86: Camber Flap
Flap Setting ( CAMBER FLAP )( GLID ): CAMBER FLAP assigns the primary flap control [defaults to VR(A)] to allow FLP1 2 ) can be adjusted NOTE: If FLAP-TRIM is activated, you can not use CAMBER FLAP function simultaneously. Adjustability: •... -
Page 87: Butterfly
BUTTERFLY (crow) mixing ( GLID ): BUTTERFLY (often called "crow"- see GLID and is usually used to make steep descents or to limit increases in airspeed in dives. Two separate BUTTERFLY settings are available. ( CIR1 CIR2 ) Adjustability: • Activation: Proportional by moving the THROTTLE STICK. •... -
Page 88: Channel 3'S Function Selection ( Condition/Function )
75% . Close menu. Where next? View additional model setups on the internet: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\ Channel 3's function selection ( CONDITION/FUNCTION ): Channnel 3's function is selectable in the ARBK-FUNC item. (Throttle stick, switches, or knobs) By selecting anything other than STK , channel 3's function may be separated from BUTTERFLY's function, so channel 3 can be used for other functions. -
Page 89: Helicopter Functions
HELICOPTER MODEL FUNCTIONS Please note that nearly all of the BASIC menu functions are the same for airplane ( ACRO setup), sailplane ( GLID setups), and helicopter ( HELI ) setups. The features that are identical refer back to the ACRO chapter. The Helicopter BASIC menu includes the normal condition's throttle and collective pitch curves and revo. -
Page 90: Getting Started With A Basic Helicopter
GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC HELICOPTER This guideline is intended to help you set up a basic ( H-1 ) heli, to get acquainted with the radio, to give you a jump start on using your new radio, and to give you some ideas and direction on how to do even more with this powerful system than you may have already considered. - Page 91 GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Reverse servos as needed for proper In the BASIC menu, open REVERSE . to REVERSE . control operation. Ex: LEFT RUDDER to choose REVERSE . STICK results in leading edge of tail Choose desired servo and reverse its to CH4:RUDD .
- Page 92 GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Learn how to operate HOVERING PITCH Notice at half throttle, the VR(C) dial for 1 second. (If ADVANCE , again.) and HOVERING THROTTLE . See p. 104. adjusts the throttle separately from the to SERVO . pitch.
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Page 93: Heli-Specific Basic Menu Functions
MODEL TYPE : This function of the PARAMETER submenu is used to select the type of model programming to be used. Before MODEL TYPE is a 10CAG, the default is ACRO . If it is a 10CHG, the default is HELI ( H-1 ). HELICOPTER SWASHPLATE TYPES: The 10CG radios support 8 basic swashplate setups, including "single servo"... - Page 94 GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Change the MODEL TYPE and SWASH Confirm you are currently using the On home screen, check model name and TYPE of model #3 from aircraft to 120 proper model memory. (example: 3) # on top left. degree CCPM with 2 servos working in If it is not the correct model (example:3), unison for collective pitch and aileron...
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Page 95: Swash Afr
SWASH AFR (not in SWH1 ): Swashplate function rate settings ( SWASH AFR (travel) of the aileron, elevator (except H-2 ) and collective pitch functions, adjusting or reversing the motion of all servos involved in that function, only when using that function. Since these types utilize multiple servos together to create the controls, simply adjusting a servo's REVERSE or END POINT would not properly correct the travel of any one control. -
Page 96: Throttle Mix
Throttle Mixing ( THROTTLE MIX ): This function can be set for each flight condition, and is used to correct the tendency of the model to change altitude when the rotor is tilted by aileron, elevator, and rudder controls. Adjustability: GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:... -
Page 97: Setting Up The Normal Flight Condition
Setting up the Normal Flight Condition: the blades. This keeps the engine from “bogging down” under excessive load (like trying to accelerate a car on a steep hill Note that the normal throttle, pitch and revo curves are all available in the BASIC menu for simplicity. These may also be updated later in the ADVANCE menu with the settings for the other 4 conditions [idle-up 1 ( IDL1 ), idle-up 2 ( IDL2 ) and idle- up 3 ( IDL3 ), plus throttle hold ( HOLD )]. -
Page 98: Thr-Cut Models)
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Open the THR-CURV/NOR function. Set up Normal Flight Condition for 1 second. (If ADVANCE , again.) Throttle/Collective Pitch Curves and 5% .) to THR-CURV/NOR . Revo. to POINT-1 . to 5% . Base point: Adjust base point of throttle curve until engine idles reliably on the Open the PIT-CURV/NOR function. -
Page 99: Heli -Specific Advance Menu Functions
THR-HOLD : This function holds the engine in the idling position and disengages it from the THROTTLE STICK when SWITCH E (10CHG) or G (10CAG) is moved. It is commonly used to practice auto-rotation. Prior to setting up THR-HOLD , hook up the throttle linkage so that the carburetor is opened fully at high throttle, then use the digital trim to adjust the engine idle position. -
Page 100: Thr-Curve , Pit-Curve And Revo
THR-CURVE and PIT-CURVE : These 7-point curves are utilized to best match the blade collective pitch to the engine RPM for consistent load on the engine. Curves are separately adjustable for normal, idle-up 1, idle-up 2, and idle-up 3. In addition, a separate collective pitch curve is available for throttle hold. -
Page 101: Idle-Ups
IDL3 does not include governor settings.) Adjustability: • SWITCH G (10CAG) or E (10CHG) is programmed for normal ( NORM ), idle- up 1 ( IDLE-UP1 ), and idle-up 2 ( IDLE-UP2 ) curves. Adjustable in the CONDITION SELECT ( IDLE-UP1/2 , IDLE-UP3 items). -
Page 102: Delay
OFFSET : Optional separate trims in addition to those for the normal condition. This function is used to automatically change helicopter tends to drift to the right at high speed, so an aileron offset may be applied to offset the helicopter to the left. The necessary elevator offset varies with model geometry, so it must be determined by noting collective pitch changes at high speed. -
Page 103: Delay
DELAY : The Delay function provides a smooth transition between the trim positions whenever OFFSET , REVO. MIXING , or THROTTLE HOLD functions are turned on and off. Adjustability: • Separate delay times are available for aileron, elevator, rudder, throttle, and pitch. -
Page 104: Hovering Setups
HOVERING ADJUSTMENTS ( HOV-THR and HOV-PIT ): curves for ideal setup. Adjustability: • Both adjustments may be inhibited if not desired. • Both adjustments may also be set to NULL , temporarily turning off the knob but maintaining the last memorized setting. •... - Page 105 HIGH/LOW PITCH ( HI/LO-PIT ): idle-up 2, idle-up 3, throttle hold). Adjustability: • The conditions are activated in the CONDITION SELECT function (p.100). • Both adjustments may be set to MANUAL , temporarily turning off the knob. • Adjustments may be memorized and then return the knobs to center point to use that amount of adjustment.
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Page 106: Gyros And Governors
This way, if you give a large input for a stall turn, for example, the gyro turns itself off and model straight. (If your gyro does not include stick priority, you can manually create it. Please see www.futaba-rc.com\ faq\.) - Page 107 Gain Example for AVCS/Heading-hold Gyros ( GY ) "Normal Mode" "Heading Hold Mode" +100% GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS: Open and activate the GYRO SENSE for 1 second. (If BASIC , again.) function. to GYRO SENSE . 1 and 2 and normal mode setting in idle- Activate the function.
- Page 108 CH8 can be used for other functions. be created using an additional channel and a programmable mix. See www. futaba-rc.com\faq\ for details.
- Page 109 The GV-1 controls throttle when it is active, so the throttle will not obey any FailSafe setting presets for throttle in the and the throttle obeys the FailSafe throttle commands. Expert Tip: Mounting the GV-1 to the counter gear instead of the fan Setting example: Switch Position Governor Speed...
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Page 110: Glossary
GLOSSARY rolls. Helicopters: combining 2 or more maneuvers, such as rolling loop. 4.8V: 4.8 volt battery pack, made of 4 Ni-Cd 1.2V cells. See Accessories. 5-cell: 6.0 volt battery pack, made of 4 alkaline cells or 5 Ni-Cd cells. See Accessories. 6V (6Volt): battery pack, made of 4 alkaline cells or 5 Ni-Cd cells. - Page 111 9-10 servo reverse. Also allows assignment of a channel to mixing only (assigned as NULL ), with no primary control....46 Backup battery: battery used to protect data storage in case of removal of master transmitter battery. In most Futaba radios, including the 10CG, EEPROM data storage is used, so no backup battery is used or needed.
- Page 112 servos. AUX-CH..................46 Channel delay: see THROTTLE DELAY ( ACRO ) and DELAY( HELI ). Charge: to increase the electrical energy, measured as voltage, available in a battery pack. See Battery care and charging. Condition: ( HELI IDLEUP 1, 2, 3 and THROTTLE HOLD .
- Page 113 Exponential ( D/R , EXP ): adjustment to the relationship of STICK MOVEMENT to servo movement, typically used to soften overly sensitive models around center..........................42 ® FASST : Futaba Advanced Spread Spectrum Technology FailSafe ( F/S ): sets servo positions when interference is encountered or signal is lost. Also includes Battery FailSafe settings....................................50 FLAP1/2/3/4 Twin aileron servos and Twin elevator servos.
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Page 114: Gyros And Governors
HELI : model type, rotary wing. See MODEL TYPE . least support a 5-channel helicopter. The 10CAG and 10CHG radios both contain all needed programming. The 10CHG has a more heli-friendly layout (through switch positioning and no ratchet on throttle for easier hovering) HI/LO-PIT ( HELI ............. - Page 115 STICK movements. Most 10CG radios shipped in the US are Mode 2, with elevator and aileron on the right STICK. To change mode, please visit www.futaba-rc.com. MODE BUTTON: control button on radio’s face used in various parts of programming..........11 MODEL COPY : used to duplicate the settings of one model already in memory into a second model memory.
- Page 116 NORMAL : trainer mode that does not give student radio the computer programming features of the master radio. See Trainer. NT8S: standard transmitter battery pack. See Accessories. NULL : not assigned or never changed. Ex: a mix which has a null switch assignment is always active, and can never be OFFSET : ( HELI ) separate trim settings available to each idle-up (using CONDITION ) setting, or assigned to separate switches from the condition switches.
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Page 117: Swash Ring
Rx: receiver. SAFE MODE : feature in snap roll programming that does not allow a snap roll if landing gear is lowered. See Snap roll. Sailplane: glider, non-powered model aircraft type. See GLID MODEL TYPE . Select a model: see MODEL SELECT . Service Center. - Page 118 THR-DELAY : ( ACRO ) throttle delay, slows engine servo response to imitate the spool-up action of a turbine engine. May also be used creatively to create a delayed servo on a different function (see www.futaba-rc.com\faq\faq-9c.html.) ....66 THR-REV : reverses the throttle trim function to the top of the THROTTLE STICK............38 THROTTLE-NEEDLE : ( ACRO HELI ) curve mix that adjusts a second servo, controlling the engine’s mixture, to get optimum...
- Page 119 See Twin elevator servos. Warning messages: cautions provided by the radio when certain potential problems exist. See Error messages. Warranty information................................3 Website: www.futaba-rc.com. Internet location of extensive technical information Futaba products........3...
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