Beechcraft D18 1.5m Manual

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Beechcraft D18 1.5m
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WARNING: Enable the throttle cut feature. Always engage throttle cut
before approaching the aircraft.
WARNING: Never assign Aux 2 to SAFE Select during transmitter setup
with any model transmitter. If SAFE Select is assigned to Aux 2, the
throttle channel/motor will reverse in flight once SAFE is enabled. Motor
reversing is assigned to Aux 2/channel 7 by default in the Smart ESC.
IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
IMPORTANT: The included receiver has been programmed specifically for
operation in this aircraft.
The GEAR Channel (CH 5) controls the retractable landing gear.
The FLAP Channel (CH 6) controls the flaps.
‡ For DX6e, DX6, and DX7 setups, The FLAP Channel (CH 6) can be used to toggle
SAFE Select. With the values listed in the radio setup table, it will turn SAFE ON
for half and full flap positions and AS3X will be ON for no flaps position.To use the
flap channel for SAFE Select, the switch values must be set to +100 and -100
and the speed set to 0 temporarily to assign the SAFE switch in the flap system
menu. Then change the flap system values back to the listing in the Tx setup.
See the SAFE Select Switch Designation section of this manual to assign the
switch for SAFE Select.
†
Some of the terminology and function locations used in the iX12 and iX20
programming may be slightly different than other Spektrum AirWare™ radios.
The names given in parentheses correspond to the iX12 and iX20 programming
terminology. Consult your transmitter manual for specific information about
programming your transmitter.
Pre-Programmed Transmitter Setup Files
To save time when setting up your transmitter for this model, visit www.
SpektrumRC.com to download the latest pre-programmed transmitter setup files.
The files are found under “SETUPS/UPDATES” and the “AIR TRANSMITTER SETUPS”
link. Select your radio/transmitter, then on the corresponding page under “SETUPS
& DOWNLOADS” click the “DOWNLOAD SETUPS” button to view the available
files in the drop down list. Locate the file for this model using the item number.
Download the correct model file to and install it in your transmitter using an SD
card.
Dual Rates
Low rate is recommended for the initial flights.
NOTICE: To ensure AS3X
®
technology functions properly, do not lower rate
values below 50%. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of the
pushrods on the servo arm.
NOTICE: If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide
for more information.
Exponential
After first flights, you may adjust exponential in your transmitter.
Thrust Reversing
Motor reversing is not enabled by default. See the Thrust Reversing section of this
manual for information on setting up and using the motor/thrust reversing function
in the ESC.
Transmitter Telemetry Setup
If the transmitter that you intend to use with this aircraft is not displaying
telemetry data, visit www.SpektrumRC.com and update your firmware. With the
latest firmware installed on your transmitter the telemetry option should now be
functional on your transmitter.
Transmitter Setup
Computerized Transmitter Setup
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (perform a model
reset), then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to
2 Position switch 3 Position switch
HIGH 100%
HIGH 100%
MID 70%
LOW 70% LOW 50%
Set Servo Travel to 100%
Set Throttle Cut to -100%
DX6e
‡
DX6
‡
(Gen2)
DX7
‡
(Gen2)
NX6
‡
DX8e
DX8 (Gen2)
DX9
DX10t
DX18
DX20
iX12
†
iX20
†
NX8
NX10
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)†
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE: (Model Setup, Aircraft Type)†:
WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
5. Go to the FUNCTION LIST (Model Adjust)†
6. Select Servo Setup -> Reverse -> Reverse GEAR (CH5)
7. Select FLAP SYSTEM: Set Switch; SWITCH D
Pos 0: -100% FLAP 0% Elevator
Pos 1: 0% FLAP -4% Elevator
Pos 2: 100% FLAP -7% Elevator
Switch: Switch D
Speed: 2.0s