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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 DOZD\V WDNHV WKH VHUYRV WR
the same position, regardless of dual rates, inputs held during the snap, etc.
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others snap on elevator alone. Most models snap most precisely with a combination of all 3 surfaces. Additionally, rate of
speed and acceleration when using the snap switch will affect how the model snaps.
Adjustability:
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Travel: Adjust the amount of elevator, aileron and rudder travel automatically applied.
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down/left). Each snap is fully adjustable regarding travels and direction on each of the 3 channels.
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outside snaps.
‡ R/U = Right positive R/D = Right negative L/U = Left positive L/D = Left negative snap roll
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only one snap, leave the switches as NULL. (If assigned, SW1 = up/down, SW2 = left/right.)
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not an up (positive/inside) snap.
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‡ 6DIHW\ 6ZLWFK SAFE-MODE): a safety may be set up on your landing gear SWITCH, preventing accidental snap rolls while
the landing gear is down. The safety switch is turned on and off with the landing gear SWITCH.
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this feature is changed to ON position (CH5+ or CH5-). Snap rolls will not be commanded even if the snap roll
SWITCH is turned on with the gear SWITCH in this position. When the landing gear SWITCH is moved to the
opposite position, snap rolls may be commanded.
‡ FREE: the safety mechanism is completely turned off. Snaps can be commanded regardless of the gear SWITCH
POSITION.
Note: The location of the safety switch always follows channel 5. If channel 5 is reassigned to switch C, for
example, switch C is now the safety. If channel 5 is nulled, the safety function will not be available.
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