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SKYSPIIIIT- Iii
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
060506
FOREWORD
—
Thank you for set ' the Futaba SKYSPORT-g.
The SKYSPORT- s an eesy-to-use digital proportional Ric
set tor all classes of RIC aircraft hobbyists, from beginners to
advanced pilots. It has an outstanding array of functions
needed by all classes of pilots.
To enjoy its functions to the fullest and to ensure safe flying.
please read this manual carefully before using your set.
After reading this manual. store it in a sale place. If you encoun~
ter any difficulties while using your set, please refer to the ap-
propriate sections in this manual.
In addition to this manual, please read all of the manuals in-
cluded with your airplane, engine and other flight related equip
ment you may use.
To help ensure sate use, pay particular attention to the precau-
tions printed throughout this manual and indicated by an excia
mation mark L'.
ATTENTION
.1' Application of Product
This product is not intended for use in any application other
than for the control of models for hobby and recreational pur-
poses. This product is subject to regulations of the Ministry of
Radio/Telecommunications and is restricted under Japanese
law to such purposes. The laws of other countries may simi<
Iarly restrict the use of this product. Futaba is not responsible
for any use that is not in compliance with applicable law.
2. Exponation of Product
If the product is exported from Japan. the prior approval of
the Ministry of Radio-Telecommunications is required regard-
ing the country of destination. If this product is reexported
from other countries, it may be subject to restrictions on such
reexport and prior approval of government authorities may be
required.
3. Modification. Adjustment & Replacement of Parts
Futaba is not responsible for any use of this product that is .
not in compliance with applicable law and disclaims all re-
sponsibility tor any modification or alteration of the
productincluding the inoorporation of the product into other
products by third panies, that is not in compliance with appli-
cable law.
ATTENTION:
The product that you have purchased contains a
rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of it's useful life, under various state and
local laws. it may be illegal to dispose of this battery
into the municipal waste stream. Check with your
local solid waste officials for details in your area for
recycling options or proper disposal.
THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT APPLIES TO THE Racer-r; :
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 or THE rcc RULES. OPERit-
OPERATION.
Futaba
DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL
RADIO CONTROL
4.3L
FP- SVA’
FM 6 CHANNEL
AIRPLANE Rr'C SET
TIGN S SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING T‘iVO CONDITIONS.
ill THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL lNTEFiFEFiENCE, AND
1 I2}- THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE HECEI‘M’ED
lNCLUDlNG INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIFIED
IFor us. A.)
1 . No ponofth‘s manual may be reproduced in any form without prior
written permission.
2. The contents or this manual are subject to change Without prior
notice.
3. The manual has been carefully written, but please leel free to write
to Futaba if you find that any corrections or clarifications that should
be made.
4. Futaba is not resporsible for the results of the use of this product by
the customer.
5. Futaba and SKYSPORT are a registered trademark
PRECAUTIONS
To use your FtrC set safely, please observe the following pre-
cautions:
Operatrng precautions)
When powering up the system first turn on the transmitter
power. then turn on receiver power When powering down
the system first turn off the receiver power, then turn off the
transmitter power, if the power is turned on or oil in the re-
verse order the control servos may move erratically causing
engines or electric motors to race unexpectedly and possibly
resulting in serious injury to the user or bystanders. Before
turning on the power. set the throttle stick to the maximum
slow position.
I—! Extend the transmitter antenna to its full length. It the antenna
is not extended fully, the transmitter output will drop and the
range of receivable transmission will be shortened.
I! Never fly two or more models on the same frequency at the
same time. Before flight. use a frequency monitor or other
device to check that the frequency is not in use. Simulta-
neous flight on the same band is extremely dangerous be,
cause it will cause interference and loss of control, Differ-
ences in modulation method or signal format (AM, FM, PCM.
etc.) does not mean that flights can be made on the same
band.
J Do not forget to recharge the Niod battery before each flight.
Needless to say. a dead battery will cause loss of control and
a crash. Always check the discharge time on the ground and
provide a margin of safety when determining the remaining
flight time. When recharging the Nicd battery. observe the
charginl current and charging time specified on the battery.
Charging the battery at a current and lime exceeding the
specified values will not only damage the battery by over-
charging. but will also cause overheating and other (human
ous conditions.
E Do not fly on rainy days Even in a drizzJe. water can enter the
transmitter through the antenna and stlcks and cause taulty
operation. The resulting loss of control may cause a crash or
the engine to race and is very dangerous.
L! When placing the transmitter on the ground during tlight
preparations, make certain that the transmitter cannot be
easily toppled by the wind or other means. It it tips over while
the engine is running and the throttle stick is inadvertently
moved to the high position as result. serious injury to the op-
erator or others could result.
U Always test your digital proportional RIC set before tllght. As
a simple test method betore starting the engine, retract the
transmitter antenna tully and operate each servo from a dis-
tance of about 5m and check it the servos follow the move-
ment of their control sticks. ll a servo does not follow the
movement of its control stick, extend the transmitter antenna
to its full length. increase the distance on the ground, and
repeat the test. It the receiving range is still short. disoontin ue
[light and check the set.
(Flying field)
j In general. when a model is tlown at high speed and / or the
flying range is large. even more caution is necessary. A sate
method is to fly at an exclusive llying tield belonging to a club,
etc However. the presence ol spectators. wind direction. etc.
must be constantly monitored. In areas near high tension
lines. high buildings. and communication facilities, consider-
ation must be given not only to normal flight dangers. but also
to possible loss of control caused by radio wave interference.
Because Ric radio waves have a tairly long range, a location
at least 3 km / 2 miles from other RIC flying fields and PVC
control circuits is necessary.
SET CONTENTS
Transmitter
Receiver
Servos
zattery
(Transmitter)
.FP-R116FB FP- 9138011. or FP- R127DF
lFP- $30de or FP- S148x4
(Receiver) .
Battery charger
Others Receiver switch. Extension cord.
‘Servo horns. Flat screwdriver
RATINGS
—_6_071—
Transmitter FP—TBV'A’
Operating system: Two- stick Gchanrtels. wiairplaneluncticn
Transmitting Irequency: 29. 35. 36. 40 41 50. 60 0172Mllz bend
Modulation: FM (Frequent: Modulation
Power requirement 9.6V iodbatteryt T~alBt
Current drain: taOmA
Receiver FP~R116FB
Receiving frequency:
Intermediate treque
Power requirement: 4 SV or BV Nicd battery (shared with servos)
Current drain: 22mA
Size: 33.4X50.4X205mm
Weight: 3051/1060:
Receiver FP-R1380F
Receiving lreguertcy: 35MH1 band
Intermediate trequency: 15: IF 10. 7MHz. 2nd IF 455kHz
Power requirement: 4. 8V or W Niod battery (shared with servos)
Current drain: 12rr|A
Size: 65X36X21.5mm
Weight: 3539/1380:
Receiver FP- R127DF
Receiving irequency: 50 or 72MHz band
Intermediatetrequency:1st IF 10. 7MHz. 2nd IF ASSkHz
Power requirement: 4 8V or GV Nicd battery (shared with servos)
Current drain: lUmA
Size: 64. 3X35. 8X21 0mm
Weight: 40.59.414302
30 05
Servo FP- S—39_91'-/FP -S148
Control system: Pulse width control
Operating alrrzgle One side 45 de ree min. (includrieng
Power requirement: 4. 8V or GV iod battery (she
Current drain: Brnlt (at idle]
Outputtorque: -cm I Azoz-in
0 rating speed: 22 sectso degree
S 29: 40.4x19.8x36mm
Weight: 45.19; 1.5902tS3001).44.Ag I 157026148)
Nicd battery NT-8iB _
Voltage: 9.6V
Capacity: 500mm
Nicd batteq Nthg _ .,
Voltage: 4.8)!
Capacit : 500mm
Dimensons: slxsaxtsmm
Weight: 959133502
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This section describes how to operate the
transmitter. The numbers in the text oor-
respond to the numbers in FIGJ.
For a delinltion of special terms, see
GLOSSARY OF TERMS" on page 8.
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Eudder
FIG.1
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‘ Tmmlet panel
The throttle trim affects the throttle only
J’ when the throttle stick is in the low
range (engine is at low speed). Linkage
adjustment for the high range throttle
(engine is at high speed) is simpllfied
since the throttle trim only attects the
tow ran e 01 the throttle movement.
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Switches and knobs
9. Elevator -> no mixln switc (ELV -> FLP)
When this switch it pulled forward, the mixing function is
turned on and the flaps are linked with elevator operation.
However, this switch is effective only when elevator -> flap
mixin isactive (ACT).
10. Elvin? (FLAP)
Noni-rally. this knob IS used as CHE. When tlaperon mixing is
active (ACT) this knob acts as the flap trimmer
tt. Aiteron dual rate switcfl (AILERON mm
This switch toggles the aileron servo travel (HATEt
RATE2 RATE1:u er sition RATEa; down position
12. Elevator dual rate switcfi(ELEVATOH DJH)
This switch toggles the elevator servo travel (HATEt.
RATEZ. RATE1,u or position RATE2; down position
13. Ending gear switclfl (GEAR)
This switch activates the landing gear channel. (Cl-15 switch)
14. Power switch
The transmitter is turned on when this switch is set to the
u mosltton.
15. V,ra4|t't___er SM (TRAINER)
This switch IS turned on when set to the pulled fonvard posi-
tion (spring- l-oaded typo)
Others
.15. evel mete
1} This meter indicates the transmitter power supply voltage.
When the needle deflects to the boundary between the silver
and red ranges, recharge the Nicd battery.
17. @
Hook for neck strap.
18
B When using the transmitter extend the antenna to its full
ten th.
19. Qa fling bar
Use thisharldle to carry the transmitter.
20. Battery coven
Open this cover when adjusting the trimmers on the trimmer
panel and when changing the Nicd battery.
. Igharging ‘acE
This is the transmitter Nicd battery charging jack.
I(iCharging the Nicd battery)
_ Never try to charge a dry cell battery. It will cause the battery
to overheat or explode and is very dangerous.
[1 Always charge the Nlod battery before using your Ric set.
Connect the chargers transmit-
ter and receiver connectors to
the transmitter charging jack and
receiver servo Nicd battery as
shown in the figure(F|G.2). The
charging LEDs light to show that
the battery is being charged.
“The normal charging time is ton-rm»
about 15 hours. When you have
not used your Fl/C set for some
time, repeatedly charge and dis- 1
charge the batteries two or three 4—
times before use.
* The transmitter and receiver Nicd batteries can be charged
simultaneously or Independently.
Fie.2'
(Non-slip adjustable lever head)
The length of the lever head
of the sticks can be adjusted
as desired. Adjust the stick
length to fit your hand. (EIGB)
t)Unlock lever heads A and B
by turning them in the direc-
tions shown by the arrows.
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2)Adjust the stick to the most comfortable length and lock it by
turning head B in the directions opposite that shown by the
arrow.
(Stick lever spring tensmn adjustment)
The slick lever spring
tension can be adjusted
by removing the trans»
milter back cover and ,
turning the screw for v'
each stick as shown in
the figure (FlG.4). Adjust
the spring tension for the ‘
best stick feet. When ad- i_
iusting the stick spring.
set the throttle stick to the
center.
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a. Servo reversing switch] (SERVO REVERSEH)
The servo reversing switches reverse the direction of travel of
the servos. The lower position is the normal position.
(Channels l to 6) (DIP switch Nos. 1 to 8)
b- M
1, Elevator -> flap mixing ACT/INH switch
To activate the mixing function. set this switch to the ACT
(upper) position. To deactivate the mixing function. set this
switch to the INH (lower) position. (DIP switch No. 7)
2. Flapefltm‘ ing ACTFINH switch
To activate the mixing function, set this switch to the ACT
(upper) position. To deactivate the mixing function, set this
switch to the INH (lower) position. (DIP switch No. 8)
3. RudderASTJunclionAc [NH switch
To activate the rudder and throttle AST functions. set this
switch to the ACT (upper) position. The throttle ATV func~
tion can be activated by setting this switch to the INH
lower position. Select the desired function.
Ieron dual rate trimmej (AIL DIR)
cThis trimmer sets the rate corresponding to both directions of
the aileron dual rate switch. (HATEI, HATEZ)
When it rs turned clockwise. the servo travel Increases.
d Elevator dual rate trimme? [ELV DIR)
This trimmer sets the rate corresponding to both directions of
the elevator dual rate switch. (RATE 1, RATEZ)
When it rs turned clockwise. the servo travel increases.
9. lhrottle AST trimmer (TH. AST) or throttle ATV trimmer]
(TH ATV) H side
This trimmer adjusts the servo travel of the selected function.
When itis_turn_eg_clpckwise, the servo travel increases.
udder AST trimme (HUDAST) or throttle ATV trimrngfl
(THATV) L side
This trimmer adjusts the servo travel of the selected function.
When it is turned clockwise. the servo travel Increases.
g. éileron differentiattrfimme, (DIFF.RATE)
This trimmer adjusts the aileron differential amount when the
flgperon mixing function is active.
h Elevator Zjap mixing lrimmed(ELV->FLP)
This trimmer adjusts the mixing operation direction and
amount. .,
r flap trimming function trimmefl (FLP.TRIM)
This trimmer adjusts the flap trimming operation direction and
variation width when the ileperon mixing function Is active.
f.
CONNECTION OF RECEIVER SERVOS ETC.
Racer-er snitch
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(Installation precautions)
When Installing the receiver, serves. and other pans to the tu-
set - e. observe the following precautions:
s ervo trave
Operate each servo horn over its full travel and checkthat the
pushrod does not bind and or is not too loose. Unreasonable
force applied to the servo hom will adversely affect the servo
and drain the battery pack very quickly. Make sure that the
tree travel range of each control surface or mechanism
somewhat larger than the lull control travel (including trim) of
the servo horn. Adjust the servo horns so that they move
smoothly even when the trim lever and stick are operated si-
multaneously in the same direction.
Servo installatiod
Install the servos with the rubber
grommets and eyelets supplied with
the set. (FIG.8) Do not tighten the
screws too tight. It the servo case di~
reotly contacts the fuselage, the rub—
ber bushing will not serve its pur-
ose. 7
eceiverpower switch installatiofl
When installing the switch harness to the fuselage. cut a root»
angular hole slightly larger than the lull travel of the switch in
the fuselage and install the switch so that it moves smoothly
from ON to OFF. Also install the switch where it will not be
exposed to engine oil or dust and dirt. Generally, install the
receiver switch on the opposite side of the muffler exhaust.
Eeoeiver antenng _
Although the receiver '.l:ittt::rm.ttrart'zt._, F'G-g
antenna may appear to
be too long, do not cut it
or told it back. Chang- - of-
ing the length of the re— -
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lower the receivlng sen- enmefiihmogh the user-gum: elm
sitivity and shorten the imnIrlirrsidall-cInsoleaesotmtrlw
tlighl range. Generally,
the antenna can be strung out towards and attached to the
vertical stabilizer. (FIGS)
Receiver vibration and water proofing
The receiver contains precision electronic parts. Besides be-
ing susceptible to vibration and shock, the entry of water will
also cause erroneous and dangerous results and has been
associated with crashes and other accidents. Wrap the re
oeiver in foam rubber or take other vibration countermea-
sures. Also waterproof the receiver by placing it in a plastic
rrotcmruwl
bag and securing the open end of the bag with a rubber band.
Do the same with the receiver and servo battery.
Servo horns
Spare horns are supplied. Use them as needed.
Extension (Lora
Use the servo extension cord if needed for your paniwlar
tuselage.
planar Promnronar Frequent; 5 For U.S.A.
. The frequency of Futabe digital proportional sets can be
changed within their own band. There are 2 different bands
for you to choose from {27 MHz and 72-75 MHz). Please see
chart listed below for specific frequency and its intended use.
Please note there are specific Irequencies allocated tor air-
craft only and surface only use.
a The frequency can be changed within the same BAND. How-
ever. Futaba recommends that you return your system to our
factory service department for frequency changing, as tuning
may be necessary for proper operation. Changing frequency
from one band to another is NOT pmsihle.
Always change frequency flag when frequency is changed.
The frequency flag is to be attached to the top of antenna and
the channel designation to the base. (See Drawing)
0 It is illegal to change crystals on 72-75 MHz bands in the
U.S.A. unless performed by a licensed technician.
Antenna Freguency Flag
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26-27. Mflzflfcmm
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Color
26.995 Brown
27.045 Red
27.055 Orange
27.145 Yellow
27.1 95 Green
27.255 Blue
50r‘53 MHz-A'anthcarthmt-Fg; Amgmre Licence required (2
and 3 channels not mgducedpntheseltflufifldfifi].
Channel
No. Color
50.800 RCOO 53.100 Black-Brown
50.820 HCOl 53.200 Black-Flee
50.840 R002 53.300 Black-Orange
50.860 9003 53.400 Black-Yellow
50.800 RC04 53.500 Black-Green
50.900 FIOOS 53.800 Black-Blue
50920 11006 53.700 Black-Violet
50.940 R007 53.800 Black-Gray
50.960 R008
50.980 R009
MHz-Aircralt Qty
72.010 11 72.210 21 72.410 31 72.610 41 72.810 51
72.030 12 72.230 22 72.430 32 72.630 42 72.830 52
72.050 13 72.250 23 72.450 33 72.650 43 72.850 53
72.070 14 72.270 24 72.470 34 72.670 44 72.370 54
72.090 15 72.290 25 72.490 35 72.690 45 72.890 55
72.110 16 72.310 28 72.510 36 72.710 46 72.910 56
72.130 17 72.330 27 72.530 37 72.730 47 72.930 57
72.150 18 72.350 28 72.550 38 72.750 48 72.950 58
72.170 10 72.370 29 72.570 39 72.770 49 72.970 59
72.190 20 72.390 30 72.590 40 72.790 50 72.990 50
IMO—"l!
75.410 61 75.610 71 75.810 81
75.430 62 75.0 72 75.830 82
75.450 63 75.650 73 75.850 83
75.470 64 75.670 74 75.870 84
75.490 65 75.690 75 75.890 85
75.510 66 75.710 76 75.910 86
75.530 67 75.730 77 75.930 87
75.550 60 75.750 78 75.950 88
75.570 69 75.770 79 75.970 89
75.590 70 75.790 80 75.990 90
ADJUSTMENTS
1. General fuselage adjustments
Make the basic fuselage linkage connections and adjust-
ments specified In the fuselage manufacturer‘s assembly
manual. in particular, check that the center of gravity is within
ttte specified range.
Also make the receiver. servo. and battery connections In ac-
cordance with “CONNECTION OF RECEIVER, SERVOS.
F ETC.” tnsfnictions on page 4.
(5 Be sure to read and follow all of the "(Installation promu-
licns)‘.
Before staning adjustment. carefully read the “Transmitter
Operation and Control Surtace Movement" sedan below.
(Transmitter Operation and Control Surface Movement)
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The following descrimlons assume that the transmitter is held
in the hands in the normal position.
a)When the aileron stidi is moved to the right. the right wing
aileron is raised. the left wing aileron is lowered. and the
plane will bank to the right. When the stick is moved to the
left. the reverse maneuvers are performed.
b)When the elevator stick is pulled back, the elevator is
raised and the airplane climbs (Up operation). When the
elevator stick is pushed forward. the elevator is lowered
and the airplane dives (Down operation).
c) When the throttle stiotr is pulled back, the engine throttle
lever arm moves to the slow (low speed) side. When the
throttle stick is pushed forward. the engine throttle lever
arm moves to the high (high speed) side.
d)When the rudder stick is pushed to the right, the rudder is
deflected to the right and the nose of the airplane turns to
the right. When the mdder stick is pushed to the left. the
rudder Is deflected to the left and the nose oi the airplane
turns to the left.
(Adjustment procedure)
1) Initial trimmer and swrtch setting
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‘ Turn all nine trimmers fully clockwise (to the number 10)
with the miniature screwdriver supplied.
' Set all the switches (DIP switch No. I to 9) to the lower
position.
(Turn on the transmitter and receiver power switches
and make the adjustments described below.)
2)Make the basic adjustments (doiledion angle) specified in
the airplane design drawings or instruction manual.
3)Check the direction of operation of each servo.
ii a servo moves in the wrong direction, switch its reversing
switch. (In this way the direction of operation can be
changed without changing the linkage.)
(1 Be especially careful at the direction of operation of the al-
Ieron servos.
Servo reversing switch
(Selim)
The servo reversing switches (SERVO REVERSER)
(DIP switch Nos. 1 to 6) on the trimmer panel can be set
for each channel.
FIG.13
Servo reversing
switches
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SERVO HEVEHSER
The lower (NOR) position is the normal position and the
upper (FIEV) position is the reverse position.
4)Check the neutral adjustment and left and right (in and
down) travel of each servo.
if the neutral position has changed. or the travel is intact»
rect. readjust it by changing the servo horn position on the
splinedshaftorbychanglnqtheholeposltionontheservo
horn. (Adjust the neutral position by servo horn position
when the transmitter trimmer is at the center.)
5)Cl‘teck the engine throttle linkage.
The throttle Is opened fully when the throttle stick is set to
the high position (pushed forward) and is closed fully when
the throttle stick is set to the maximum slow position (pulled
back).
6)The throttle or rudder servo travel can be trimmed with the
following throttle ATV or throttle AST/rudder AST function.
Select the function you want to use.
hrottle ATV functiofl
(Function)
The high and low throttle servo travel can be adjusted
independently. Use this function to compensate for
throttle linkage variations. The travel rate can be ad
iusted from 3036 to 10096 of the total servo travel (each
side) as shown in the figure.
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(Setting)
To activate the throttle ATV function, set the rudder AST
(HUDAST) ACTilNH switch (DIP switch No. 9) on the
trimmer panel to the INH (lower) position. (Be aware that
the rudder AST function and throttle ATV function cannot
be used simultaneously.)
' High side travel adjustment:
Adjust the high side travel with the high side trimmer (H)
of the TH.ATV trimmers on the trimmer panel. Adjust the
high side travel to between high side trimmer positions 0
(3096) and 10 (10096).
' Low side travel adjustment:
Adjust the low side travel with the low side trimmer (L) of
the TH.ATV trimmers on the trimmer panel. Adjust the
low side travel between low side trimmer positions 0
(3096) and 10 (tom).
Erotfle AST functiofl
(Function)
This function sets the throttle servo travel. In this case.
the high side and low side can be adjusted simulta-
neously. Use this function to compensate for throttle
linkage variation. The travel rate can be adjusted from
80% to 100% of the total servo travel as shown in the
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To activate the throttle AST function. set the rudder AST
(RUDAST) ACT/INH switch (DIP switch No. 9) on the
trimmer panel to the ACT (upper) position. (The rudder
AST function can be used simultaneously, but the throttle
ATV function cannot be used simultaneously.)
' Travel adjustment:
Adjust the servo travel with the THAST trimmer on the
trimmer panel. Adjust the travel rate between throttle
AST trimmer positions 0 (30%) and 10 (10045).
Eudder AST function
(Function)
This function adjusts the rudder servo travel. In this case,
the left and right travels can be adjusted simultaneously.
Use this function in rudder linkage correction. The travel
rate can be adjusted from 30% to 100% of the total servo
deflection angle as shown in the figure.
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(Adjustment)
To activate the rudder AST function. set the rudder AST
(RUD.AST) ACT/INH switch on the trimmer panel to the
ACT position. The throttle AST function can be used sl-
multaneously. but the throttle ATV function cannot be
used simultaneously.)
‘ Travel adjustment:
Adjust the servo travel with the FtUD.AST trimmer on the
trimmer panel. Adjust the travel to between rudder AST
trimmer positions 0 (3096) and 10 (10036).
t hrotlle trim lever with ATL function
(Function)
As shown in the figure, when the throttle stick is set to the
maximum slow side. the throttle trim influence is also at
its maximum. When the throttle stick is in the high side
the throttle trim has no influence. This greatly simplifies
throttle linkage adjustment. (The high side linkage
should be set first.)
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7)After connecting the linkages and checking the operating
directions and amounts. start the engine and adjust the
engine needle, then fly the airplane and trim the servos.
2. Aileron/elevator dual rate (DIR) function
(Function)
The maximum travel of the aileron and elevator servos can
be altered by operating their respective dual rate switch.
For instance. when the switch is in the down (HATEz) posi-
tion, the deflection angle is the normal deflection angle.
When the switch is set to the upper (HATE!) position. spins.
snap rolls. and other aerobatics that require a maximum de-
flection angle can be performed by adjusting the deflection
angle to an angle greater than the normal deflection angle,
Since the respective rates can be adjusted by setting the
switch to the upper and down positions. the direction of the
switch can be set as desired.
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(Switch operation)
The aileron dual rate switch (AILEFlON D/Ft) is at the front top
right side of the transmitter. The upper position is RATEt and
the down position is RATE2.
The elevator dual rate switch (ELEVATOR DIR) is at the front
top left side of the transmitter. The upper position is RATEt
and the down position is HATEQ.
(Rate adjustment)
Each rate can be adiisted with the RATEt and RATEZ trimmers
on the trimmer panel behind the battery cover at the back or the
transmitter. The rate can be adjusted from 30% (position 0) to
10096 (position 10) ofthe maximum deflection angle.
(Setting procedure)
t)Tum on the transmitter and receiver power.
2JSr/itoh the dual rate switch of the channel you want to the posi—
liontorlhe ralefhatyouwanttoset.
3)Set the stick to the maximum travel in eitherrirection.
4) Using the trimmer. adjust the servo horn tothe desired angle,
(Adjust each rate by repeating steps 1 through a.)
‘ When not using the dual rate function, set the HATEl and
RATEQ trimmers to 100% (fully clockwise).
3. Flaperon mixing
(with aileron differential function)
(Function)
This lunction lets you mix the flap and aileron functions by
using the same control surfaces (ailerons) and servos for
both controls. Two aileron servos are mounted In the wing.
Aileron operation is accomplished normally, to. left and right
ailerons moved up and down in opposite directions. Flap op-
eration is accomplished by moving the left and right ailerons
in the same direction. (Flap operation can be performed with-
out the need for separate flap surfaces.)
' With this function the left and right ailerons can be operated
differentially. (Aileron differential function). Roll axis can be
compensated in this way. With aileron differential the aileron
down deflection angle is typically smaller that the up angle.
' The flap control knob rate can be adjusted.
(Adjustment)
Connect the aileron servos to receiver output channels 1 and
6. Adjustment when CHi is connected to the right wing and
CH6 is connected to the left wing E described below, (The
trimmer adjustment direction may be reversed. depending on
the servo mounting direction and linkage method.)
1)Activate mixing:
To activate flaperon mixing. set the tlaperon ACTJINH
switch (DIP switch No. 8) on the trimmer panel behind the
battery cover at the back of the transmitter to the ACT (up-
per) position To deactivate tlaperon mixing. set the switch
to the INH (lower) position.
ZJAiIeron differential adjustment:
Adjust the aileron differential with the DIFFRATE trimmer
on the trimmer panel.
First set the DIFF.RATE trimmer tuIIy clockwise (to number
to) so that differential is not applied. When the roll axis
must be compensated after test flying. make the adjust-
ments described below. However, the trimmer adjustment
position depends on the direction in Which the deflection
angle decreases.
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' Applying differential by reducing the low side of the aileron:
Adjust between DIFFRATE trimmer positions 0 and to
(right half of trimmer). At position to, differential is not ap-
plied. At position 0 (trimmer center). the reducing amount is
maximum.
‘ Applying different'al by reducing the high side of the aileron:
Adjust to between DIFFHATE trimmer positions 0 to 40
(left half of trimmer). At position -10. differential is not ap~
plied. At position 0 (trimmer center). the reducing amount is
maximum.
3) Flap control knob rate adjustment
Adjust the flap control knob rate with the FLP.TRIM trimmer
on the trimmer panel. The flap control knob operating direc-
tion can be set at the same time. ,
‘ Lowering the flaps bytuming the flap knob clockwise (CW):
Adjust the flap control knob to between FLP.THIM posi~
tions 0 and 10 (right half of trimmer).
~ Lowering the flaps by mm the flap knob oounterdodtwise
(COW):
Adjust to between FLP.TRIM trimmer positions 0 and -10
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This function is used when the aircraft has flaps or is using
the tieperon mixing lunction. This can be used, for example.
to deploy flaps when pulling up elevator. Cleaner loops and
other aerobatic maneuvers can be performed using this func-
tion. Adjust the mixing amount to the optimal positions for
your model.
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The elevator -> flap mixing ONi‘OFF switch is at the right side
of the transmitter. It is turned on when pulled forward.
(Adjustment)
”Activate the mixing function:
To activate the elevator -> flap mixing function, set the al-
evalor -> flap mixing ACTrtNH switch (DIP switch No. 7) on
the trimmer panel to the ACT (upper) position. To deacti-
vate the mixing function. set the ACT/lNH switch to the INH
position.
2)Mixing amount adjustment:
Adjust the mixing amount with the ELV.->FLP trimmer on
the trimmer panel. The adjustment range is 400 to +100%
(positions-10 to +10). The mixing direction can be adjusted
at the same time.
' Applying mixing which lowers the flaps when the elevator is
raised:
Adjust between ELV->FLF trimmer positions 0 and to
(right half of trimmer). At position it), the mixing amount is
maximum and at position 0, the mixing amount becomes 0.
Adjust the mixing amount to the optimal position for your
aircraft.
’ Applying mixing which raises the flaps when the elevator is
lowered:
Adjust between ELV->FLF‘ trimmer position 0 and -10 (left
half of trimmer). At position -10, the mixing amount is maxi—
mum and at position 0, the mixing amount becomes 0. Set
the mixing amount to the optimal position for your aircraft.
5. Usin the trainer function
You can practice flying with the aid of another piloéaaoéételp
another pilot fly by oonnectirtfigiZeE’EKYSPORT-fifl' mil-
fer to another SKYSPOFlT- , M1024Z. 7UA, or SUA
Series with a special trainer cable (sold separately).
Trainer cable
(sold separately)
[Use]
The model is controlled by the instructortransmitter when the
trainer switch is OFF and is controlled by the student trans-
mitter when trainer switch to ON.
(Usage precautions)
' Never turn on the student transmitter power switch.
‘ Make the student transmitter and instructor transmitter set-
rings the same.
' Make sure the modulation method of the other transmitter
is FM (PPM).
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
The abbreviations used with the SKYSPORT-
below in alphabetical order.
are defined
5ng [agivatel
Ilrigai'ls that a function is turned on. Its opposite is INH (in-
I II ,
To activate a function, its ACTfINH switch is set to the ACT
position, if the switch Is not in the ACT position, the function is
not activated.
AILERON I AIL.
An auxiliary airfoil at the left and right wings of an airplane to
control its rolling.
AST (Adjustable.$enrc..lr.arell
This feature allows adjustment of the travel of the servo of a
certain channel. It is used when setting up the linkages.
AIL (Adjustable Throttlelimit)
This feature allows movement of the throttle trim lever that
operates only when the throttle stick is in the SLOW position.
It is convenient because it does not affect the HIGH side of
the throttle.
ATV [M‘gstaole Travel Volume)
This feature allows independent adjustment of the servo
travel in each direction. It is convenient when setting up the
linkages.
D/Ft D I Fl t
This function allows switching to one of two deflection angles
while flying. The deflection angle best for the aircraft can be
set for one switch position and spins. snap rolls, and other
aerobatics that require a maximum deflection angle can be
performed easily by setting up maximum deflection for the
other switch position.
DIFF. aileron differential
This feature allows application of a differential to the right
wing aileron and left wing aileron when the wing has two aile-
ron servos. It is used to correct undesirable tendencies and to
compensate the roll axis.
ELV.-£13. (elevatorzzllapfimixlng)
This feature applies mixing from the elevators to the flaps
when the fuselage has flaps. When mixing is applied so that
the flaps are lowered when the elevators are raised. loops
and other aerobatics can be performed cleanly. The mixing
amount should be adjusted optimally for individual aircraft.
ELEVATQR I ELV.
A horizontal airfoil for making an airplane go up or down.
FLAPERON
This is a mixing function that gives the ailerons a flap func-
tion.
It is a convenient method of mixing aileron operation and flap
operation usin only two aileron servos at the wings. (Flap
operation can performed without the need for separate
flap surfaces.)
FLEctElep) ‘ ,
A movable auxiliary airfoil attached to the center of a Wing to
increase the lift at slow speed when taking off and landing.
With models it can also be mixed with the elevator and used
in circular aerobatics.
FLP.THlM (Flag trim
This feature switches the flap servo deflection angle between
normal operating angle and trim angle, it is convenient when
mixing the flaps with other channels.
GEAR (Landing gear)
This is for airplane landing gear,
Since the landing gear is normally extended or retracted. this
channel can only be turned fully on or off. It cannot be
stopphedmidway.
Means that the function is turned off (stopped). It is the oxgo-
site of ACT (activate). When a function is not used. its Tl
INH switch ls always set to the INH position.
NOR (Normal)
Used to re resent the default or normal state of a function.
For examp e. the servo reversing function has a normal side
and a reverse side.
RATE
In the dual rate function for example, this Is the rate of servo
travel in percentage relative to the normal servo travel. The
rate is adjusted with a trimmer for each function.
EVJBfle-Lsei
Represents the servo reversing function that lets you reverse
the normal direction of servo movement. or the setting i-
tion of a switch (reverse position). It is used when the irec-
tion of the transmitter stick and the direction of servo move-
ment are do osite of the desired movement after the servos
are mounte in the fuselage and each airfoil and servo are
connected by pushrods. etc. The direction of movement can
be corrected without changing the linkage.
RUD (Rudder
A hinged directional surface attached to the vertical trailing
edge of the tail of an aircraft.
TH (Throttlel
Used to controls the fuel at the intake of an engine. When it is
opened, a large amount of fuel is drawn into the engine and
the engine speed increases. When it is closed, the engine
speed slows.
TFIIM
A fine adjustment device that sets the deflection angle of
each airfoil for stable flight.
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A function that allows two or more different channels to be
0 erated together in a linked or dependent manner.
or example, when mixing is applied from elevators to flaps,
the elevator servo and flap servo can be operated simulta-
neously by operation of the elevator stick.
REPAIR SERVICE
Before requesting repair, please refer to this instruction manual
again and verify your settings. If you are still experiencing
trouble. please request service as follows:
Your nearest Fufaba dealer.
' e- air informatio
Describe the trouble in as much detail as possible.
1)Symptom: Including the state of the set when the trouble
occurred.
2)Digital proportional set used: Transmitter. receiver. and
serve model numbers.
3)Fuselage: Fuselage name and mounting conditions.
4)Your name. address. and telephone number.
Warranfi content§
Read the warranty card supplied with your set.
' The warranty contents differ with geographic locations,
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