Hi-Tec ECLIPSE 7 User manual

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Hitec®
ECLIPSE 7
Owner’s Manual
SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR AIRCRAFT • GLIDERS •
HELICOPTERS
7 CHANNELS • 7 MEMORIES •
PROGRAMMABLE FM SHIFT

Introduction to the Eclipse 7
System
Congratulations! You now own a
Hitec®Eclipse 7, an extremely versatile R/C
system that may be effectively used by both
beginning and master pilots. The transmitter
may be programmed for airplanes, gliders, or
helicopters, all with special mixing functions,
so it can accommodate virtually any model
configuration. You can store programming for
seven different models in this powerful
system! The transmitter will remember all of
your settings for each of your different models
forever — no backup battery is ever needed.
With programmable shift, it can be used with
all PPM/FM receiver models, even other
brands!
The system pushbuttons allow rapid
data input into the easy-to-read LCD display.
With its electronic digital trims, you’ll never
lose your trim positions again, because they
stay at the same place you left them!
Standard programming features include
servo reversing for all channels, end point
adjust on all channels, dual rates, and
exponential. Pre-programmed functions and
programmable mixers allow you to use the
system for any type of model you can imagine.
For those learning to fly, the transmitter has
“buddy-box” capability (a second transmitter
may be connected for training by an instructor
pilot with an optional trainer cord). The
Eclipse 7 menus even have the advanced
“flight condition” settings found in other
radios costing hundreds of dollars more in all
its menus!!
The extensive preprogrammed mixing
features for aircraft include flaperon (dual
aileron servos), V-tail, elevon (for flying-wing
models), landing settings, throttle cut,
aileron →rudder mixing, and elevator → flap.
Five programmable mixers for custom
functions are also provided.
For sailplanes, you find the following
custom programming for competition and
sport models with two or four wing servos:
crow mixing for spot landings, flap → aileron
mixing, aileron → flap, elevator → flap,
aileron → rudder, flap → elevator, two sets of
switchable offsets for launching and speed, V-
tail, aileron differential, and five
programmable mixers. The second aileron is
on channel 5, so you can use the system with
ultralight five-channel receivers without any
problems!
Helicopter features include five-point
pitch and throttle curves, high and low
revolution mixing, throttle cut, throttle hold,
gyro settings, and rudder → throttle mixing.
You may select a conventional swashplate, or
if you have a more complex chopper, mixing is
provided for two types of three-servo
swashplates.
About this manual
This manual is not just a translation —
it has been carefully written from scratch to be

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as helpful to you, the new owner, as possible.
There are many pages of setup procedures,
examples, explanations, and trimming
instructions. In order for you to make the best
use of your system and to fly safely, please
read this manual carefully. If you don’t have
time to read it thoroughly, at least spend some
time browsing through it to see all the features
this fine system has to offer.

Eclipse 7 System Options:
1. Airplane Version, Item #171721.
Includes four HS-422 deluxe servos, 8
channel Supreme receiver, 600 mAH
airborne battery, standard switch harness,
12" (30 cm) servo extension cord, and
overnight wall charger.
2. Airplane Spectra Version, Item
#171723. Includes four HS-425BB ball-
bearing servos, Spectra programmable
frequency module, 8 channel Super Slim
receiver, 600 mAH receiver battery,
heavy-duty switch, 12" (30 cm) servo
extension cord, overnight wall charger.
3. Helicopter Version, Item #171725.
Includes five HS-425BB ball-bearing
servos, 8-channel Supreme receiver, 1000
mAH receiver battery, heavy-duty switch
harness, and overnight wall charger.
These versions come with the
following accessories:
•Frequency number flag
•Hardware and mounting package for
all the servos
•Additional “smooth click” throttle
ratchet
•"Flight preserver" closed-cell foam
wrap to protect the receiver from
shock and vibration.
•Warranty card
•Manual
4. Eclipse Transmitter only, with Spectra
module, Item #171724. Eclipse
transmitter with Spectra Synthesizer
Module, manual, overnight wall charger,
and warranty card.
This product is to be used for sport and
recreational flying of radio-control models
only. Hitec is not responsible for the results of
use of this product by the customer or for any
alteration of this product, including
modification or incorporation into other
devices by third parties. Modification will
void any warranty and is done at owner’s risk.
If you have any difficulties, please
consult this manual, your hobby dealer, or
Hitec (contact information is provided in the
rear of this manual). Note the information
contained in this manual is subject to change
without notice due to possible changes in
manufacturing procedures, system software
programming, or updates.
“Hitec” is a registered trademark of the Hitec
RCD, Inc.
Disclaimer: This information specific to
North American versions of the Eclipse.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction to the Eclipse 7 System........................................................................2
About this manual ...............................................................................................................2
Eclipse 7 System Options:................................................................................................... 4
Flying Safety..............................................................................................................7
Airplane Frequencies................................................................................................9
Radio Installation Notes..........................................................................................10
Notes on Servos.................................................................................................................10
Mounting................................................................................................. 10
Servo Throw............................................................................................ 10
Switch Harness
Installation............................................................................................... 10
Receiver Notes.................................................................................................................. 10
Antenna................................................................................................... 10
Connectors .............................................................................................. 11
Using The Aileron
Extension................................................................................................. 11
Vibration and
Waterproofing......................................................................................... 11
Charging the Eclipse 7 Ni-Cd Batteries ..................................................................12
Operating With A Trainer Cord ...............................................................................12
Other Adjustments ..................................................................................................13
Adjustable length control sticks ........................................................................................ 13
Stick lever tension adjustment........................................................................................... 13
Throttle ratchet change ..................................................................................................... 13
Changing the Eclipse 7 transmitter’s
mode.................................................................................................................................. 14
Eclipse 7 Controls and Switch
Assignments Mode II...............................................................................................16
Eclipse 7 Controls and Switch
Assignments Mode I................................................................................................16
Transmitter Input Buttons.......................................................................................18
Receiver — Servo Connection List.........................................................................18
Transmitter Displays & Messages...........................................................................20
Warning Displays.............................................................................................................. 21
Model Setup Functions...........................................................................................23
MODL — Model Select ...................................................................................................... 24
COPY — Copy Model....................................................................................................... 24
ACRO, HELI, GLID — Model Type
Select................................................................................................................................. 25
Wing & Swashplate Type Selection.................................................................................. 26
Model Name......................................................................................................................27
Transmit Shift — SFT.N, SFT.P..................................................................................... 28
TIME —Timer Function Setup.......................................................................................... 29
REST — Data Reset.......................................................................................................... 29
AIRCRAFT (ACRO) MENU FUNCTIONS ......................................................................1
Simple Transmitter Setup — Aerobatic
Airplane (ACRO)........................................................................................................32
Eclipse 7 Aircraft Controls and Switch
Assignments........................................................
.
Airplane Model Function Descriptions ...............
.
EPA — End Point Adjust......................................
.
D/R — Dual Rates................................................
.
EXP — Exponential ..............................................
.
FLT.C — Flight Condition Menu.........................
.
STRM — Subtrim Settings .....................................
.
REV — Servo Reversing........................................
.
T.CUT — Throttle Cut (Engine Kill)
Function.................................................................
.
PMX1 to PMX5 — Programmable
Mixes 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5..............................................
.
LAND — Landing Function...................................
.
FLPT — Flap Trim Function.................................
.
E->F — Elevator → Flap Mixing.........................
.
A->R — Aileron → Rudder Mixing......................
.
ELVN — Elevon Mixing........................................
.
VTAL — V-Tail Mixing.........................................
.
FLPN — Flaperon Mixing.....................................
.
Aircraft Flight Trimming Chart.............................
.
Glider (GLID) Menu Functions.............................
.
Eclipse 7 Glider Controls and Switch
Assignments........................................................
.
Competition Glider Quick Setup
Instructions............................................................
.
Glider Model Function Descriptions...................
.
ADIF — Aileron Differential................................
.
VTAL — V-Tail Programming...............................
.
E->F — Elevator → Flap mixing..........................
.
A->R — Aileron → Rudder mixing......................
.
F->A — Flap → Aileron mixing............................
.
F->E — Flap → Elevator mixing..........................
.
CROW — Crow mixing (airbrakes) ........................
.
S.TM1, 2— Subtrim offsets 1, 2
(4WNG only).........................................................
.
AIL.T — Aileron trim..........................................
.
A->F — Aileron → Flap mixing
(4WNG only).........................................................
.
DFL.T — Dual Flap Trim (4WNG
only) ......................................................................
.
SAILPLANE TRIMMING CHART ©1996-
2001 by Don Edberg (all rights
reserved)...............................................................
.
Eclipse 7 Helicopter (HELI)
Programming .......................................................
.
Eclipse 7 Helicopter Controls and
Switch Assignments............................................
.
Helicopter Setup Instructions..............................
.

Menu Descriptions — Helicopter ............................................................................88
Flight Conditions................................................................................................................88
R->T — Rudder → Throttle Mixing..................................................................................89
GYRO — Gyro settings.......................................................................................................90
HOLD — Throttle Hold......................................................................................................90
THCV — Throttle Curve....................................................................................................91
PTCV — Pitch Curve.........................................................................................................92
RVMX — Revolution mixing..............................................................................................93
SWAH — Swashplate adjust (120’, 180’
only)...................................................................................................................................94
Hovering Throttle Adjustment Knob.................................................................................96
Hovering Pitch Adjustment Knob......................................................................................96
Helicopter Flight Trimming Chart............................................................................97
Adjusting Hovering Pitch and
Hovering Throttle ..............................................................................................................97
GLOSSARY..............................................................................................................98
ACRO Model Data Recording Sheet........................................................................100
GLID Model Data Recording Sheet........................................................................102
HELI Model Data Recording Sheet........................................................................104

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Flying Safety
To ensure your own safety and the safety of
others, please observe the following
precautions:
Charge the Batteries!
Be sure to recharge the batteries before
each flying session. A battery low in charge
will soon die, causing loss of control and a
crash. Plug in the charger that comes in this
system and hook up the transmitter and
airborne batteries the day before a planned
flying session. When you begin your flying
session, reset the transmitter's timer to keep
track of how long the system’s been used, and
monitor the transmitter’s voltage display. Quit
flying long before your batteries become low.
Beware of on-field charging of your
batteries with a field charger. A fast-charger
may overcharge the Ni-Cd batteries, causing
overheating and a premature failure. Never
charge your transmitter or receiver battery at a
rate higher than 2 amps.
Flying field
We recommend that you fly at a
recognized model airplane flying field. You
can find model clubs and fields by asking your
nearest hobby dealer, or contacting the
Academy of Model Aeronautics. Always pay
particular attention to the flying field’s rules,
as well as the presence and location of
spectators, the wind direction, and any
obstacles on the field. Be very careful flying
in areas near power lines, tall buildings, or
communication facilities as there may be radio
interference in their vicinity. If you must fly
at a site that is not a club field, be sure there
are no other modelers flying within a two-
mile range, or you may lose control of your
aircraft.
Once you arrive at the flying field…
Before flying, be sure that the frequency
you intend to fly with is not in use, and secure
any frequency control device (pin, tag, etc.)
for that frequency before turning on your
transmitter. Never believe that it’s possible to
fly two or more models on the same frequency
at the same time. Even though there are
different types of modulation (AM, PPM or
FM, and PCM), only one model may be flown
on a single frequency.
When you are ready to fly your model,
position the throttle stick to its low speed
position, or do whatever is necessary to
command your motor NOT to run. Then, you
may turn on the transmitter power followed by
the receiver power. When you have finished
flying, begin by turningoff the receiver power,
then turn off the transmitter power. If you do
not follow these procedures, you may damage
your servos or control surfaces, flood your
motor, or in the case of electric-powered
models, the motor may unexpectedly turn on
and cause a severe injury.
Before starting the engine, fully retract the
transmitter antenna, power up the transmitter
and receiver, and check to be sure that the
servos follow the movement of the sticks. If a
servo operates abnormally, don’t attempt to
fly until you determine the cause of the
problem. We recommend that you range-
check your system before each flying session.
Have an observer verify that the system works
with the transmitter about 30 paces away with
the transmitter antenna collapsed. Finally,
before starting the engine, be sure to check
that the transmitter model memory is correct
for the chosen model.
While you’re getting ready to fly, if you
place your transmitter on the ground, be sure
that the wind won’t tip it over. If it is knocked
over, the throttle stick may accidentally get
moved causing the engine to race
unexpectedly.
Before taxiing, be sure to extend the
transmitter antenna to its full length. A
collapsed antenna will reduce your flying
range and may cause a loss of control. It is a
good idea to avoid pointing the transmitter
antenna directly at the model at all times,
since the signal is weakest in that direction.
Finally, don’t fly in the rain! Water or
moisture may enter the transmitter through the
antenna or stick openings and cause erratic
operation or loss of control. If you must fly in
wet weather during a contest, be sure to

protect your transmitter with a plastic bag or
waterproof barrier.

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Airplane Frequencies
The following frequencies and channel
numbers may be used for flying aircraft in the
U.S. (this information specific to North
American versions of the Eclipse):
72
MHz
bandC
h . No.
MHz
11 72.010 36 72.510
12 72.030 37 72.530
13 72.050 38 72.550
14 72.070 39 72.570
15 72.090 40 72.590
16 72.110 41 72.610
17 72.130 42 72.630
18 72.150 43 72.650
19 72.170 44 72.670
20 72.190 45 72.690
21 72.210 46 72.710
22 72.230 47 72.730
23 72.250 48 72.750
24 72.270 49 72.770
25 72.290 50 72.790
26 72.310 51 72.810
27 72.330 52 72.830
28 72.350 53 72.850
29 72.370 54 72.870
30 72.390 55 72.890
31 72.410 56 72.910
32 72.430 57 72.930
33 72.450 58 72.950
34 72.470 59 72.970
35 72.490 60 72.990
Installing your frequency number indicator
It is very important to display your transmitters channel number at all times. To install your
frequency flag device on your transmitters antenna, slide the appropriate paper numbers into the
slots and slip the device onto the transmitters antenna.

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Radio Installation Notes
While you are installing the battery, receiver, and servos into your model’s fuselage,
please pay attention to the following guidelines:
Notes on Servos
Mounting
When you mount each servo, use the supplied rubber grommets and
insert an eyelet up through the bottom. Be sure not to overtighten the screws. If
any portion of the servo case directly contacts the fuselage or the servo rails, the
rubber grommets will not be able to attenuate vibration, which can lead to
mechanical wear and servo failure.
Servo Throw
Once you have installed the servos, operate each one over its full travel and check that
the pushrod and output arms do not bind or collide with each other, even at extreme trim settings.
Check to see that each control linkage does not require undue force to move (if you hear a servo
buzzing when there is no transmitter control motion, most likely there is too much friction in the
control or pushrod). Even though the servo will tolerate loads like this, they will drain the battery
pack much more rapidly.
Switch Harness Installation
When you are ready to install the switch harness, remove the switch cover and use it as a
template to cut screw holes and a rectangular hole slightly larger than the full stroke of the
switch. Choose a switch location on the opposite side of the fuselage from the engine exhaust,
and choose a location where it can’t be inadvertently turned on or off during handling or storage.
Install the switch so that it moves without restriction and “snaps” from ON to OFF and vice
versa.
Receiver Notes
Antenna
DO NOT cut or coil the receiver antenna wire. It is
normal for the receiver antenna to be longer than the fuselage.
DO NOT cut it or fold it back on itself – cutting or folding changes the electrical length of the
antenna and may reduce range. Secure the antenna to the top of the vertical fin or the tailboom,
and let the excess length trail behind the aircraft (be sure it cannot tangle with the tail rotor on a
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You may run the antenna inside of a non-metallic housing within the fuselage (a plastic
outer pushrod housing works well for this), but range may suffer if the antenna is located near
metal pushrods or cables. Be sure to perform a range check before flying. With the antenna
collapsed, you should be able to walk 20 - 30 paces from the model without losing control or
seeing “jitter” in the servos. The range check should be done with the motor running and the
model should be securely restrained in case of loss of control.
Connectors
Be sure the alignment of a servo or battery connector is correct before inserting it into the
receiver. To remove a connector from the receiver, try to pull on the connector’s plastic housing
rather than pulling on the wires. Pulling the wires can ruin the connector pins and break wires.
Using The Aileron Extension
If any of your servos are located too far away to plug directly into the receiver (like the
aileron servo), or you need to unplug the servo each time you disassemble the model, use a servo
extension cord to extend the length of the servo lead. Additional Hitec extension cords of
varying lengths are available from your hobby dealer.
Vibration and Waterproofing
The receiver contains precision electronic parts. Be sure to avoid vibration, shock, and
temperature extremes. For protection, wrap the receiver in the provided “Flight Preserver” foam
rubber, or use some other vibration-absorbing materials. It’s also a good idea to waterproof the
receiver by placing it in a plastic bagand securingthe open end of the bag with a rubber band
before wrapping it with foam. If you accidentally get moisture inside the receiver, you may
experience intermittent operation or a crash.

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Charging the Eclipse 7 Ni-Cd Batteries
1. Connect the transmitter chargingcord into the chargingsocket (on the rear of the case, left
side) and airborne Ni-Cd batteries to the receiver connector on the charger.
2. Connect the receiver battery to the chargingcord.
3. Plugthe charger into a wall socket.
4. The charger’s LEDs should light, indicating charging current is flowing. The batteries should
be left on charge for about 15 hours.
• Try to charge the batteries with the charger supplied with your system exclusively. The use of a
fast-charger may damage the batteries by overheating and dramatically reduce their lifetime.
NOTE: If you need to remove or replace the transmitter battery, do not pull on its wires to
remove it. Instead, gently pull on the connector’s plastic housing where it plugs in to the
transmitter. The battery must be removed to charge it properly with a "peak" charger.
Operating With A Trainer Cord
An optional training cord is available from your dealer. The cord may be used to help a
beginning pilot learn to fly easily by allowing a second transmitter, operated by an experienced
instructor, to be connected to this system. The instructor may override the beginning pilot at any
time to bring the model back under safe control. For training, the transmitter may be connected
to another Hitec FM system, as well as to any Futaba®FM transmitter (if Hitec cord #58310 is
used).
To use the trainer cord:
1. Set up both the student’s and instructor’s transmitters to have identical trim and control
motions. If the instructor’s transmitter is on a different frequency than the student’s, use the
student’s as the master transmitter and the other as the student’s.
2. Collapse the student's antenna, and fully extend the instructor's antenna. If the student's
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3. The Hitec cord is specifically marked at one end as the
“master” the other end as “student”. Plug it accordingly into
each transmitter, with power switched off. The trainer jack is
on the back of the transmitter. Turn the connector until its
notches line up and it fits without having to be forced.
4. Turn on the instructor’s transmitter. DO NOT turn on the
student transmitter power. Move the controls on the
instructor’s transmitter, and verify each control moves the
proper direction. Now verify that the student’s trims and
control travels match the instructor’s by using the trainer
switch (the momentary Trainer switch on the top left of the
transmitter case) and switching back and forth while leaving
the control sticks and trims alone, then moving the control
sticks.
5. The instructor’s transmitter has normal control over the model unless the trainer switch is
pulled, passing control to the student’s transmitter. If the student loses control, the instructor
can quickly "take over" by releasing the trainer switch and controlling the model.
Other Adjustments
Adjustable length control sticks
You may change the length of the control sticks to
make your transmitter more comfortable to hold and
operate. To lengthen or shorten your transmitter’s sticks,
first unlock the stick tip by holding locking piece B and
turning stick tip A counterclockwise. Next, move the
locking piece B up or down (to lengthen or shorten). When the length feels comfortable, lock the
position by turning locking piece B counterclockwise.
Stick lever tension adjustment
You may adjust the stick tension of your sticks to provide
the “feel” that you like for flying. To adjust your springs, you’ll
have to remove the rear case of the transmitter. Using a
screwdriver, remove the six screws that hold the transmitter’s rear
cover into position, and put them in a safe place. Place some
padding under the front of the transmitter and place it face-down on
the pad. Gently ease off the transmitter’s rear cover and move it to
include correct figure.
include correct figure.
include correct figure
identifying proper places

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the right side of the transmitter, carefully turning it as you would turn the page of a book. Now
you’ll see the view shown.
Using a small cross-point screwdriver, rotate the adjustingscrew for each stick for the
desired spring tension. The tension increases when the adjusting screw is turned clockwise, and
decreases for counterclockwise motion. When you are satisfied with the spring tensions, you
may close the transmitter. Very carefully reinstall the rear cover. When the cover is properly in
place, tighten the six screws.
Ratchet change
Some pilots prefer a “softer” or “smoother” ratchet action on the throttle stick. Included
as an accessory in your Eclipse 7 system is an alternate ratchet that provides a smoother
ratcheting action.
After removing the back of the transmitter case as directed above in the “stick lever
tension adjustment” section, remove the ratchet retaining screw, remove the old ratchet and
replace with the new one.
Changing the Eclipse 7 transmitter’s mode
If you wish to change the mode of the transmitter, say from Mode 2 to Mode 1, return the
radio to Hitec for conversion. If you don’t know what this means, you don’t need to worry about
it!
Factory Service Repair Information
Please read the warranty card supplied with your system, and return it so your system will
be under warranty.
Before you decide to have your system repaired, if there is no apparent physical damage,
read this instruction manual again and check to be sure that you are operating the system as it is
supposed to be operated. If you are still having trouble, pack up your system in its original
shipping materials and send it to the factory or the nearest authorized Hitec R/C Service Center.
Be sure to include a note in your package that describes the trouble in as much detail as
possible, including:
•Symptoms of the problem in as much detail as you can provide, including any
unusual mounting conditions or equipment orientation
•A list of items you are sending, and what you want to be repaired.
•Your name, address, and telephone number.

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If you have any questions regarding this product, please consult with Hitec’s service
center. The address and telephone numbers of our service center is given below. Telephone
inquiries are accepted from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM weekdays (closed on holidays).
Hitec-RCD, Inc.
12115 Paine St.
Poway, CA 92064
Telephone: [phone]
FAX [phone]
Web site: http://www.hitecrcd.com

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Eclipse 7 “Mode 2” Controls and Switch Assignments
Insert “Eclipse 7 Mode 2 Switch Configuration List” drawing
here (PDF file).
This figure shows the assignments for a Mode 2 system as supplied by the factory in North
America. Note that some of the functions will not operate until activated in the mixing menus.

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Eclipse 7 “Mode 1” Controls and Switch Assignments
Insert “Eclipse 7 Mode 1 Switch Configuration List” drawing
here (PDF file).
This figure shows the assignments for a Mode 1 system as supplied by the factory (not in North
American versions). Note that some of the functions will not operate until activated in the
mixing menus.

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Transmitter Input Buttons:
Engine
Left Right Increase Decrease ClearDownUp
Lock Cut
DataCursor
Timer Save Active/InhibitDisplay
Edit
1122334
56
The buttons are used for different things as follows:
1. The Edit/Display Up & Down buttons allow you to move up and down within the model menus,
and move within the regular display.
2. The Cursor Left/Right buttons allow you to select options within a particular function, and
control the timer function.
3. The Data +Increase & –Decrease buttons allow you to increase or decrease the numerical
settings for a function.
4. The Clear Active/Inhibit button resets numbers and turns functions on and off.
5. The Engine Lock button holds the throttle channel while other channels may respond to the
transmitter.
6. The Engine Cut button closes the throttle so that you can kill the engine without touching the
trim lever
You’ll learn how to use these buttons in the setup sections that follow.
Receiver — Servo Connection List
The table below shows the hookups that should be used for each of the model types.
Note that some functions shown will not operate until they are activated in the transmitter.
Receiver
channel Aircraft (ACRO) Glider (GLID) Helicopter (HELI)
1aileron
or right aileron
or right flaperon (FLPN)
or right elevon (ELVN)
right aileron
(or rudder for rudder-
elevator models)
aileron
or swash servo 1 (120’)
or swash servo 1 (180’)
2Elevator
or V-tail right side (VTAL)
or left elevon (ELVN)
elevator or
V-tail right side (VTAL)elevator
or swash servo 2 (180’)
3throttle spoiler, throttle (on-off
controlled by Gear switch) throttle
4rudder or
V-tail left side (VTAL)rudder or
V-tail left side (VTAL)rudder
5landing gear left aileron gyro sensitivity
6flap (controlled by VR1)
or left flaperon (FLPN)
or left aileron
right flap (4WNG)
or single flap (2WNG)pitch
or swash servo 2 (120’)
or swash servo 3 (180’)
7optional, controlled by
VR2 left flap (4WNG)
or proportional channel,
controlled by VR2 (2WNG)
optional, controlled by
Gear switch

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The servo response varies with the selected function. Standard options are shown first.

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Transmitter Displays & Messages
When you first turn on your transmitter, the first screen shown below appears on the LCD
display. Before flying, or even starting the engine, BE SURE that the model number
appearing in the lower right of the display matches the model that you are about to fly! If
you don’t, reversed servos and incorrect trims will lead to an immediate crash.
You can scroll up and down through the startup screen by pressing one of the two Edit keys
(the two keys on the far left). If you press timer or engine cut or lock keys, you go directly to
those functions regardless of the display.
Timer Display
Normal Display Mode
Voltage/Timer Display
Trim Menu [TRIM]
Model Name Display
Start/Stop key
Off key
Engine Cut
Cut key
Throttle Lock
Lock key
10.3V 129
4213567
MODEL This screen appears at startup. The model memory number is
shown by the small down-arrow. Battery voltage is shown in
the bottom left, and operating time is on the lower right. You
can reset the operating time display by hitting the Clear button
(the one on the farthest right). Do this after each charge to keep
track of your operating time on a single charge.
TRIM 0
CH
%
ST1
4216
ST2 ST3 NOR
Pressing the Up button gives the Trim display (different
numbers may appear depending on the model type). To see
where the trim for a certain channel is, you have to move it! Be
sure to move it back to where it was. Note that the CH3 trim
only moves downward, so if you need more engine RPM, set up
idle with the trim at –25% so you can increase it if needed.
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MODEL Pressing the Up button again gives the Model Name display. If
you’ve named your model, it will appear here so you can be
sure you have recalled the correct memory. If you do not name
the model, you'll have to remember which model memory it's