Futaba 6EXP - Manual (Page 6)

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INTRODUCTION TO THE 6EXP SYSTEM
IMPORTANT!: Always turn on the transmitter first, then the receiver. When turning off the system, always turn off the receiver
first. The object is never to have the receiver on by itself. Otherwise, the servos or control surfaces could be damaged, or in the
case of electric-powered models, the motor may unexpectedly turn on causing severe injury.
IMPORTANT!: Never collapse the transmitter antenna by pushing down from the top. If one of the segments becomes
momentarily stuck you may damage the antenna. Instead, collapse the antenna from the bottom, drawing in one segment at a
time.
Transmitter
Transmits in both FM (PPM) and PCM by selecting modulation/cycling transmitter. Requires receiver of proper modulation. The
liquid-crystal display (LCD) on the face of the compact, ergonomically-designed case is easy to read and allows rapid data
input. The system also holds independent memories for six different models. The new, adjustable-length control sticks provide
an improved feel.
ACRO mode: External switches operate dual rates (D/R), landing gear, and trainer cord or “buddy-box” capabilities.
Programming features include servo reversing and E.P.A on all channels, dual rates, exponentials and programmable mixing.
Additionally, any one of four, factory-set, preprogrammed “wing-type” mixers including flaperon, V-tail, elevon mixing may be
selected.
HELI mode: Dual rate (D/R), Idle up, Throttle hold, and Gyro sense can be operates by switch. Two different gyro senses can
be set with Futaba GY401/502/611 Gyro on gyro function of this transmitter. Programming features include servo reversing
and E.P.A on all channels, dual rates, exponentials, throttle curve, pitch curve, throttle hold, and pit to rudder mixing(REVO).
Additionally, any one of three, factory-set, preprogrammed “swashplate type” mixers including three servo type 3-S/3-E may
be selected.
Transmitter controls
The diagram and explanations briefly describe the functions of the Futaba T6EXP transmitter. Full instructions on how to
operate the controls are provided beginning on page 14.
NOTE: The diagram shows a Mode 2 system as supplied. (More on flight modes on page 34).
Aileron, Elevator & Rudder
dual rate switch
Antenna
A:Gear switch/CH.5
H:Gyro switch/CH.5
A:Flap switch/CH.6
H:Throttle hold switch
Carrying handle
Liquid-crystal display
screen (LCD)
Throttle/rudder
control stick
(Mode 2)
MODE key
SELECT key
A:Trainer switch
H:Idle-up switch
Neck strap hook
Charging jack
On-off switch
Rudder trim
lever
Throttle trim
lever (Mode 2)
DATA INPUT lever
Aileron trim lever
Elevator trim lever
(Mode 2)
Aileron/elevator
control stick
(Mode 2)
Throttle cut
button
DESCRIPTIONS:
Aileron, Elevator and Rudder dual rate switch -
Use this switch to “flip” between two aileron, elevator and rudder control throw settings. The throws can be set up however you
prefer, but generally, when the switch is “up” the throws are greater (“high rate”) and when the switch is “down” the throws are
less (“low rate”). This switch also flips between exponential rates (if used).
A:Flap switch/Channel 6 - This switch operates the servo connected to channel 6 in the receiver if your model has flaps this
is the control used to operate them.