Futaba 6EXH - Manual (Page 2)

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Futaba 6EXHP digital proportional R/C helicopter system. If this is your first “computer” radio,
rest assured that it is designed to make initial setup and field-tuning of your helicopter easier and more accurate than would be
if using a “non-computer” radio. Although this is a beginner or sport system with the requirements of those flyers in mind, in
order to make the best use of your Futaba 6EXHP and to operate it safely, you must carefully read all of the instructions.
Suggestion: If, while reading the instructions, you are unclear of some of the procedures or functions and become “stuck,”
continue to read on anyway. Often, the function or procedure will be explained again later in a different way providing another
perspective from which to understand it. Another suggestion is to connect the battery, switch and servos to the receiver and
actually operate the radio on your workbench as you make programming changes. Then, you’ll be able to see the effects of
your programming inputs.
SERVICE
(in USA)
If any difficulties are encountered while setting up or operating your system, please consult the instruction manual first.
For further assistance you may also refer to your hobby dealer, or contact the Futaba Service Center at the web site, fax
number or telephone number below:
www.futaba-rc.com
Fax: (217) 398-7721
Telephone (8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central time Monday through Friday): (217) 398-8970, extension 2
If unable to resolve the problem, pack the system in its original container with a note enclosed and a thorough, accurate
description of the problem(s). Include the following in your note:
• Symptoms. • Any unusual mounting conditions.
• An inventory of items enclosed. • The items that require repair.
• Your name, address, and telephone number. • Include the warranty card if warranty service is requested.
Send your system to the authorized Futaba R/C Service Center at the address below:
Futaba Service Center
3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822
This product is to be used for sport and recreational flying of radio-control models only. Futaba 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 the owner’s risk.
(USA only)
Protect the environment by disposing of rechargeable batteries responsibly. Throwing rechargeable
batteries into the trash or municipal waste system is illegal in some areas. Call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information about Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ..........................................................................2
Service ..................................................................................2
Contents and specifications ...............................................3
Introduction to the 6EXAP system .....................................4
Transmitter controls and descriptions ..............................4
Radio installation .................................................................5
Receiver and servo connections .......................................7
Charging the Ni-Cd batteries ..............................................7
LCD and Programming controls ........................................8
Programming the T6EHAP radio ......................................10
MODL Model select function ........................................ 10
MODL Model select function ..................................10
REST Data reset function .......................................10
PULS Modulation select function ...........................11
Model name settings ............................................... 11
REVE Servo reversing .................................................11
D/R Dual Rate and Exponential settings ..................
12
D/R Dual Rate settings ...........................................12
EXPO Exponentials ................................................12
EPA End Point Adjustments .........................................12
TRIM Trim Settings ......................................................13
N-TH Normal Throttle Curve ........................................14
N-PI Normal Pitch Curve ..............................................14
I-TH Idle-Up Throttle Curve function ............................14
I-PI Idle-Up Pitch Curve function .................................15
HOLD Throttle hold function ........................................15
REVO Pitch - rudder mixing function ...........................16
GYRO Gyro mixing function .........................................16
SWSH Swashplate types selection & Swash AFR ......17
FS Fail safe (PCM mode only) .....................................19
Flow chart .....................................................................
20
OtherT6EXHP functions ....................................................21
Trainer function ............................................................. 21
Adjustable-length control sticks ................................... 21
Changing the stick mode .............................................. 22
Flying safety guidelines ....................................................22
Flight preparation ..............................................................23
Model Data Recording Sheets ..........................................24