HITEC Flash 7 - Manual (Page 12)

7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System
Section 1: Introduction 11
Powering the Flash 7
The Flash 7 includes a 4 x AA battery tray for use with either Alkaline or rechargeable AA size batteries.
The Flash 7 is capable of operating on 4.8 – 8.4 volts DC. This wide range voltage flexibility allows you to
use either 4 NiMh cells or a 2 cell LiPo, LiFe or Li-Ion battery pack.
Selecting the Battery Type
The Flash 7’s default battery type is Alkaline which has a warning threshold of 4.0 volts. If you choose to
use a different type of battery you must select the battery type in the System Management menu.
The preset warning thresholds for each type are
Alkaline 4.0 Volts
NiMh or NiCd 4.3 Volts
LiPo 7.0 Volts
LiFe 6.0 Volts
Power Meter
On the home screen of the Flash 7 you can visually see the voltage reading as well as a bar indicating the
amount of power left in the battery.
Transmitter Controls
Left Slider Right Slider
Right Gimbal
J1/J2
Left Gimbal
J3/J4
Left Gimbal Trims Right Gimbal Trims
On/Off Switch
Switch F
Momentary Contact
Switch E
3 Position
Switch A
2 Position
Switch B
2 Position
Button C
Momentary Contact
Switch D
2 Position
Back Button
Jog Dial
Scroll/Enter
Make sure you use a charger suitable for the battery pack you are using. It is recommended that
you remove the battery from the transmitter when charging it.
Warning
Note
Tip Tip
Tip Caution