Futaba GY701 Quick Start - Manual (Page 3)

M
ODEL
P
REPARATION
3
Prepare your model by installing the servos, receiver
and power system. Leave the servo arm off of the tail
rotor servo and do not connect the tail rotor servo
to the GY701 until you have completed the setup
later in this guide. Once the correct tail rotor servo
type has been selected, the servo can be connected
to the control box.
G
YRO
S
ENSOR
I
NSTALLATION
The gyro sensor should be mounted on a rigid
platform, at least 6 in [152mm] away from a Nitro
Engine. It is not necessary to mount the gyro near the
main shaft of the helicopter, but it is very important
that the mounting area chosen is rigid. Please refer
to your helicopter manufacturer’s instructions for
recommended mounting locations.
Installing the gyro sensor
When mounting the gyro in a larger electric or .50
through .91 size nitro helicopter, we recommend
using one 2mm Mounting Pad.
2mm Mounting Pad
Gyro Mount
Gyro Sensor
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you experience erratic gyro operation (drifting,
not holding well or inconsistent pirouette rate),
please follow the troubleshooting tips listed below.
1. Always verify that your model’s tail rotor
control and drive system are working correctly.