GRAUPNER S1036.77 User manual

EN
Manual
Copyright © Graupner/SJ GmbH
No. S1036.77
16 channel HoTT 2,4 GHz transmitter
mc-26
Part 1
MC-26
MC-26
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Index
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Introduction......................................................................... 5
Service Centre .................................................................... 5
Intended use ....................................................................... 6
Target group....................................................................... 6
Package content................................................................. 6
Technical Data .................................................................... 7
Symbols explication ........................................................... 7
Safety notes ........................................................................ 7
For your safety by handling the transmitter ......................... 8
For your safety by handling the battery............................... 9
Description of the transmitter ......................................... 11
Control elements on the transmitter.................................. 11
Inside view ....................................................................... 13
Interfaces ......................................................................... 14
DSCsocket...................................................................... 15
Memory cards .................................................................. 16
Display and touchpad ...................................................... 17
Symbols in the display...................................................... 18
Key pad ........................................................................... 18
Commissioning ................................................................. 20
Hand pads ....................................................................... 20
Brackets for transmitter belt ............................................. 20
Anchorage for the transmitter belt .................................... 21
Opening/closing the transmitter housing .......................... 21
Sticks conversion ............................................................. 22
Control sticks length adjustment ...................................... 22
Switch the transmitter off.................................................. 24
Binding............................................................................. 24
Charging the transmitter battery ....................................... 25
Low voltage warning ........................................................ 25
Battery use timer in the display......................................... 25
Lithium battery ................................................................. 25
Use and menu functions .................................................. 26
Short-Cuts ....................................................................... 26

Hidden mode ................................................................... 28
Firmware update/Changing the display language ............. 29
Telemetry data display...................................................... 30
Firmware update............................................................... 32
Update through memory card .......................................... 32
Update through USB port................................................. 33
Problems during firmware update..................................... 33
Declaration of conformity ................................................ 34
Notes on environmental protection ................................ 35
Care and maintenance..................................................... 35
Warranty ............................................................................ 35

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Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the Graupner mc-26 HoTT
transmitter.
Read this manual carefully to achieve the best results with your
transmitter and first of all to safely control your models. If you
experience any trouble during operation, take the instructions to
help or ask your dealer or Graupner Service Centre.
NOTICE
This manual is composed by two parts. Part 1 is contained in the
product's package content. Part 2 can be found in its last version on
www.graupner.de by the related item page.
Due to technical changes, the information may be changed in
this manual without prior notice. Keep updated by regularly
checking our own website, www.graupner.de to be always
updated with the products and firmware.
This product complies with national and European legal require-
ments.
To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, you must
read and follow this user manual and all the safety notes before using
the product!
NOTICE
This manual is part of that product. It contains important information
concerning operation and handling. Keep these instructions for future
reference and give it to third person in case you gave the product.
Service Centre
Graupner Central Service
Graupner/SJ GmbH
Henriettenstraße 96
D-73230 Kirchheim / Teck
Servicehotline
(+49) (0)7021/722-130
Monday - Thursday
9:15 am - 4:00 pm
Friday
9:15 am - 1:00 pm
Graupner USA
3941 Park Dr Suite 20-571
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Website: www.graupnerusa.com
Phone: [phone]
Email:[email protected]
Graupner in Internet For the service centers outside Germany please refer to our web
site www.graupner.de
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Intended use
This remote-control system may only be used for the purpose
specified by the manufacturer for operation of remote control
models without passengers. Any other type of use is impermis-
sible and may damage the system and cause significant prop-
erty damage and/or personal injury. No warranty or liability is
therefore offered for any improper use not covered by these pro-
visions.
Read through this entire manual before you attempt to install or
use the transmitter.
Graupner/SJ constantly works on the development of all prod-
ucts; we reserve the right to change the item, its technology and
equipment.
Target group
The product is not a toy. It is not suitable for children under 14
years. The operation of the mc-26 HoTT transmitter must be per-
formed by experienced modelers. If you do not have sufficient
knowledge about dealing with radio-controlled models, please
contact an experienced modeler or a model club.
Package content
Transmitter mc-26 HoTT
Transmitter battery
Receiver (optional)
USB Adapter/Interface
USB cable
Micro SD card with adapter
Hand pads
Transmitter belt
Brackets for transmitter belt
Short and long stick-tops
Aluminum case
Transmitter manual (Part 1)
Receiver manual (optional)
The programming manual (manual part 2) can be found in its last
version on www.graupner.de by the related item page.

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Technical Data
Transmitter mc-26 HoTT
Frequency band 2,4 … 2,4835 GHz
Modulation FHSS
Transmitting power 100 mW EIRP
Control functions 16 functions of which 4 can be trimmed
Temperature range -10 … +55 °C
Antenna Patch integrated in the case
Operating voltage 3,4 … 4,35V (1S LiPo)
Power consumption approx. 400 mA
Range approx. up to 4.000 m
Dimensions approx. 235 x 228 x 66 mm
Weight approx. 1250 g with transmitter battery
Note
The technical data of the optional receiver are available in the
manual included in the receiver package content.
Symbols explication
Always observe the information indicated by this warning sign.
Particularly those which are additionally marked with the CAU-
TION or WARNING. The signal word WARNING indicates the poten-
tial for serious injury, the signal word CAUTION indicates possibil-
ity of lighter injuries.
The signal word Note indicates potential malfunctions.
Attention indicates potential damages to objects.
Safety notes
These safety instructions are intended not only to protect the
product, but also for your own and other people’s safety. There-
fore please read this section very carefully before using the prod-
uct!
Do not carelessly leave the packaging material lying around,
since it might become a dangerous toy for children.
Persons, including children, with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge,
or not capable to use safely the transmitter must not use the
transmitter without supervision or instruction by a responsi-
ble person.
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Operation and use of radio-controlled models needs to be
learned! If you have never operated a model of this type
before, start carefully and make yourself familiar with the
model's reactions to the remote control commands. Pro-
ceed always responsibly.
Before you start using the remote control model, you have
to check the further relevant laws and regulations. These
laws you must obey in every case. Pay attention to the pos-
sibly different laws of the countries.
The insurance is mandatory for all kinds of model operation.
If you already have one, so please inform yourself if the oper-
ation of the respective model is covered by your insurance.
If this is not the case, conclude a special liability insurance
policy for models.
Protect all equipment from dust, dirt, moisture. All equip-
ment must be protected from vibration as well as excessive
heat or cold. The models may only be operated remotely in
normal outside temperatures such as from -10°C to +55°C.
First, always perform a range and function test on the ground
before you start using your model. Only so you can grant a
safe use! How to perform a range test is explained in the Part
2 of the manual.
Only operate all your HoTT components using the current
software version.
Start a data log every time you use your model. With a log-
data an occurred technical defect can be recognized and
verified. Only so it is possible to considerate an eventual
compliant.
For your safety by handling the transmitter
WARNING
Also while programming the transmitter, make sure that a con-
nected motor cannot accidentally start. Disconnect the fuel sup-
ply or drive battery beforehand.
Inform yourself before flying your
model on which maximum
altitude you can fly in the uncon-
trolled airspace over the starting
position and do not exceed it.
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CAUTION
Risk of fire! Avoid every kind of short-circuit in all sockets of the
transmitter! Use only the suitable connectors. In no case the
electronic component of the transmitter may be changed or
modified. Due to licensing reasons, any reconstruction and/or
modification of the product is prohibited.
Note
During transport protect the model and the transmitter from
damages.
For your safety by handling the battery
CAUTION
Protect all equipment from dust, dirt, moisture. Only use in
dry locations.
Do not use any damaged battery. Risk of injury!
Any alterations to the battery can cause serious injury. Risk
of fire!
Batteries may not be heated, burned, short-circuited or
charged with excessive current or with reversed polarity.
While they are being charged, the batteries must be placed
on a non-flammable, heat-resistant and non-conductive sur-
face. Combustible or highly flammable objects are to be kept
away from the charging area. Batteries must be monitored
while they are being charged.
The maximum quick charging current specified for the
respective cell type may not be exceeded.
If the battery heats up above 60°C while it is being charged,
stop charging and let the battery cool down to approximately
30 - 40°C.
The batteries must not be modified. Do not directly solder or
weld the cells.
If handled improperly, there is a danger of fire, explosion, irri-
tation and burns. To extinguish a fire use: water, CO2, sand.
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Leaked electrolyte is caustic and should not be touched or
come into contact with your eyes. In case of emergency,
rinse with a large quantity of water and consult a Med. Doc-
tor.
Always charge the battery fully.
The maximum charging current permitted may not be
exceeded.
Never leave the charger unattended when it is connected to
the power supply.
Batteries may only be charged in rooms fitted with smoke
detector.
Safety notes for stocking LiPo / LiIo batteries
Batteries may only be stored in non completely discharged
condition.
Batteries may only be stored in dry rooms with an ambient
temperature of +5°C to +25°C.
Stock the LiIo/LiPo batteries with a cell voltage of about
3,8V. If the cell voltage falls below 3 V, then the battery must
be necessarily charged. Deep discharge and storage in dis-
charge status (cell voltage < 3V) make the battery useless.
Charge and transport your batteries always in a safety bag.

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Description of the transmitter
Control elements on the transmitter
1 Connection sockets (protected by a cover)
2 Control sticks: 2 sticks for a total of 4 independent control functions
3 Speaker
4 Antenna (integrated in the case)
5 ON/OFF switch
6 LED indicators (battery, RF radiation, warning signals, charge indicator)
7 Places for switches and buttons
As standard are installed: 12 switches with different designs, 2 INC/DEC buttons
8 Right rotary control "SD1"
9 Right touch pad with four-way keys
10 Slider controls "SR1" and "SR2"
11 LCD
12 Left touch pad with four-way keys
13 Digital trim
14 Left rotary control "SD2"
4
3
15 6
14
7
8
2
9
10
11
10
12
13
7
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1 Five housing screws and six screws for the hand pads
2 SW16/PB18
3 SW17/PB19
4 Connection socket for transmitter battery (pay attention to the correct polarity)
11
1 1
1
1
1
1
1
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Inside view
1 Sockets for optional transmitter controls and switches (connection sequence as preferred)
2 Lithium battery
3 RF module
4 SW17/PB19 (when transmitter is closed)
5 Transmitter battery plug
6 SW16/PB18 (when transmitter is closed)
3
1
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Interfaces
Provided connection
Left provided connections
1- DSC socket
On the left side is located the DSC socket. This socket allows
the trainer/pupil function and the use of flight simulators.
For more information on the DSC socket and the trainer/pupil
function see the section "DSC socket".
2- SD card slot
The card slot is suitable for micro SD memory card. For informa-
tion on removing and inserting the memory card, refer to the
section "memory cards".
3- Ear phones port
The ear phones port is suitable for a 3,5 mm jack. Though this
interface both acoustic signals and voice messages are emitted.
The volume can be controlled by "Voice volume" and "Signal vol-
ume" in the general settings.
Right provided connection
1- Micro USB port / battery charge and PC connection
Note
The micro USB socket is not suitable for flight simulator connection.
As soon as you connect the USB cable to the transmitter a
selection menu appears.. Here you can set up the function of
the micro USB port.
PC COM Port - for updates
Mass storage memory - to access to the SD card
Battery charge - only battery charging
Battery charging
Through the micro USB port you can charge the transmitter bat-
tery. Use the included USB cable to connect the transmitter to
a suitable USB port and charge the transmitter battery. If the
transmitter is switched on the charge time is longer than if the
transmitter is switched off.
The maximum charge current is 2 A.
More information are available in the section "Charging the trans-
mitter battery".
Note
The HV-LiPo battery reaches its full capacity only when it is
externally charged at 4.35V. The internal charging voltage is lim-
ited to 4.2 V for compatibility reasons.
123
12
USB connected
PC COM Port
Mass storage
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PC COM Port connection
Through this socket it is also possible to connect the transmitter
to a PC. The software that the computer needs as well as the
appropriate USB driver can be found on the download page on
www.graupner.de for the respective product.
Mass storage memory
If you select this option, then you can accede from your PC
directly to the SD card (if insert).
2- Data socket
The data socket is suitable for connection of an optional smart
box or an external optional Bluetooth module.
DSCsocket
Connection socket for flight simulator or T/P systems
The standard two-pin DSC socket on the transmitter functions
as a TRAINER or PUPIL socket as well as an interface for flight
simulators or other external RF modules.
To ensure a correct DSC connection, observe the following:
Attention
When your transmitter is directly connected to a desktop computer
by a connecting cable (DSC cable) and/or a computer interface is
connected to your simulator, the transmitter may be destroyed
byelectrostatic discharge. This type of connection should therefore
only be used if you protect yourself from electrostatic discharge
while operating the simulator by wearing a commercially available
grounding armband. Graupner therefore strongly recommends only
using wireless simulators.
Perform any necessary adaptations in the menu.
When using the transmitter with a flight simulator or during the
teacher-pupil operation, leave the transmitter always OFF. Only
in this position even after connecting the DSC cable the RF
module of the transmitter remains inactive. Connect now the
DSC cable and switch the transmitter on.
The status LED is constantly red and in the display will appear
DSC.
In the upper display appears the transmitter logo.
The transmitter is now ready for use.
Note
If the transmitter is used as teacher transmitter it has to be switched
on before connecting the proper cable.
Connect the other end of the connecting cable to the device
while observing the relevant operating instructions.
PUPIL
#11
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F
«normal »
DSC
0:00.0
0:00.0
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Note
Make sure that all the plugs are securely inserted in the respective
sockets, and only use the provided plug-in connectionswith a 2-pin
jack plug on the DSC side.
In the "Transmitter setting" submenu, you can set one of the
following modes in the "DSC output" line depending on the
number of functions to be transmitted: PPM10, PPM16, PPM18
and PPM24. Default setting: PPM10.
Memory cards
Copmatible memory cards:
micro SD up to 2 GB
micro SDHC up to 32 GB
Our recommendation: For a normal use a memory card with a
storage capacity of up to 4 GB is sufficient.
Inserting and removing the memory card step by step:
Switch off the transmitter.
The memory card slot is located in the left provided connections
of the transmitter.
To insert:
Push the SD card as deep as you need to win the spring resis-
tance of the slot. (contacts upward)
To remove:
Push the SD card slightly toward the card slot to unlock it and
then remove it.
The included memory card is ready for use as soon as the trans-
mitter is switched on. In the display appears the symbol of a
memory card.
Otherwise, folders are created on the memory card ( repre-
sented in the transmitter display by a permanent filling from left
to right memory card). When the animation finishes, the inserted
memory card is ready for use.
You can connect the memory card to your PC by using a mem-
ory card reader. Copy the data downloaded from the transmitter
page on the web site in the related folder of the memory card.
Insert the memory card in your transmitter.
Data recording/Data saving
The data recording in the SD card is linked to the log timer. If it
is started, the data recording starts as well and it stops when
the log timer is stopped.
GRAUBELE
#01
2:22h
S
F
«normal »
K78
0:00.0
0:00.0
5.5V
3.9V
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The data writing on the memory card is remarked by the symbol
of the "filling" of the memory card with black from left to right.
After the installation of the memory card, there is a folder struc-
ture in it. These folders are actually empty.
Finally, the log files are saved in subfolders called "Modelname"
named according to the structure 0001_year-month-day.bin. If a
model memory is still nameless, the corresponding log files are
saved in a subfolder entitled "NoName".
In the folder "Models" are saved the exported model memories.
The data can be evaluated on a compatible computer using the
programs found on the downloads page for the transmitter
under www.graupner.de.
Display and touchpad
1 Model memories 1 … 120
2 Model name
3 Model type display
4 Micro SD card (inserted)
5 Flight chronometer in min:s (forward/reverse)
6 Log timer in min:s
7 Flight phase timer display
8 Transmitter use timer
9 Phase name
10 Transmitter battery voltage with dynamic bar indicator (if the battery voltage underruns the 3.6 V (adjus-
table) threshold a warning message will appear and an acoustic warning will sound)
11 Signal power
12 M = Model function, P = Pupil
Near: Signal strength
13 Graphic display of the position of the four digital trimming levers with a direction display.
14 Operating mode
15 Receiver battery voltage RX-VOLT
Alpina 30
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L
«normal »
0:00.0
0:00.0
4.1V
0.0V
HoTT
M
<<Akro 2 >>
0,0V
2 31 5 6
9 108 12 1411 15
4 7
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Symbols in the display
Telemetry symbols in the display
The active model memory has not yet been bound to a receiver.
Not flashing: RF transmitter function switched off.
Blinking antenna symbol: Last receiver bound to the active
model memory is inactive or out of reach
No telemetry signal to receive
Signal strength display of the model connection
Signal strength display of the connection with pupil transmitter
in the teacher transmitter display with wireless connection
Position indicator
INC/DEC buttons CTL 5 and 6
Once you activate one of the CTRL dials 5 + 6 in the middle of
the transmitter upper part, a symbol appears on the left near the
vertical trim position indicators in the lower display.
Contemporaneously the vertical position indicators change
during the operation from the trim position to the CTRL dials 5
+ 6 indicating their actual position.
The left bar shows the position of the left INC/DEC CTRL dial 5
and the right bar shows the position of the position of the right
CTRL dial 6 (both horizontal bars show the trim position of the
related sticks trims).
Approx. 2 seconds after the end of the operation of both but-
tons, the display shows again the actual trim position of the trims
(elevator/nick and throttle/pitch) of the related sticks.
Key pad
Keys left of the display
ESC button
Pressing the ESC button brings about a stepwise return to func-
tion selection or back to the basic display. Any setting changed
in the meantime is retained.
Momentarily touching the ESC key for about 1 second while in
the base screen will open and close the Telemetry menu.
Selection keys
Momentarily pressing one of these keys will cause analogous
paging in the given arrow direction through lists, e. g. through
the model selection list or the multi-function list or within menus
though the menu lines.
M
M
P
GRAUBELE
#01
2:22h
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L
K78
0:00.0
0:00.0
RX0.0V
3.9V
M
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Keys to the left of the display
SET key
1. Briefly pushing the SET key will cause a jump from the dis-
played base screen to the multi-function menu.
2. In the settings menu activate (confirm) the settings fields by
pressing the SET button.
Selection keys
1. "Paging" through the multi-function menu and the menu lines
within the Basic Settings menu analogous to the arrow keys of
the left touch pad.
2. Select or set parameters in setting fields after they have been
activated by briefly touching the SET key, whereby the keys
and are used for the same corresponding functions.
3. By briefly pressing the keys simultaneously or an altered
parameter value for the active entry field will again be restored
to its default value (CLEAR).
By the mc-26 HoTT it concerns with the keypad to touch-sen-
sitive Cap-touch keys. Confirm the key by gently tapping.
Note
In the event the touch pads do not exhibit any functionality immedi-
ately after switching the transmitter off and then on again right away,
this is not a fault. Just switch the transmitter off again then wait for
several seconds before switching it on again
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Commissioning
Hand pads
Installing the hand pads
The hand pads have to be installed on the sides of the transmit-
ter. Hold the hand pad exactly upon the six holes and fix it with
the 6 fixing screws. Use the same procedure for the other hand
pad.
Attention!
Screw the fixing screws only with the hand pads on the transmitter
case. The place inside the transmitter case will otherwise not be
enough and you could damage the boards.
Removing the hand pads
The hand pads are removed by unscrewing the fixing screws.
After removing the screws glue the included rubber pins on the
holes. So you will protect the transmitter interior.
Attention!
Do not screw the fixing screws in the holes after removing the hand
pads! The place inside the transmitter case will not be enough and
you could damage the boards.
Brackets for transmitter belt
Installing the metal brackets:
Insert the included metal bracket in the bracket holder on the
side of the transmitter.
Push the bracket against the spring (approx. 1 cm in the trans-
mitter direction).
Contemporaneously rotate the bracket to the outside to fix it.
Proceed similarly with the second bracket.
Removing the metal brackets:
Unlock a bracket, by gently pushing it inwards and then fold in
the direction of the transmitter center.
Once the retaining pin is free again, you can pull the bracket
away from its place.
Proceed similarly with the second bracket.