I8 Digital proportional radio control transmitter INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING: This product is only for 15 years old or above
Digital proportional radio control system I8 Thank you for purchasing our product, an ideal radio system for beginners or experienced users alike. Read this manual carefully before operation in order to ensure your safety, and the safety of others or the safe operation of your system. If you encounter any problem during use, refer to this manual first. If the problem persists, contact your local dealer or visit our service and support website for help: www.hobbyking.
Table of Contents 1. Safety ................................................................................................................................................. 4 1.2 Safety Guide........................................................................................................................................................ 4 2. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 6 2.
Digital proportional radio control system I8 1. Safety 1.2 Safety Guide Prohibited 4 Mandatory • Do not fly at night or in bad weather like rain or thunderstorm. It can cause erratic operation or loss of control. • Do not use the product when the visibility is limited. • Do not use the product on rainy or snowy days. Should any type of moisture (water or snow) enter any component of the system, erratic operation and loss of control may occur. • Interference could cause loss of control.
• Misuse of this product can lead to serious injuries or death. To ensure the safety of you and your equipment, read this manual and follow the instructions. • Make sure the product is properly installed in your model. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. • Make sure to disconnect the receiver battery before turning off the transmitter. Failure to do so may lead to unintended operation and cause an accident. • Ensure that all motors operate in the correct direction.
Digital proportional radio control system I8 2. Introduction The i8 is an 8-channel 2.4GHz AFHDS 2A digital proportional R/C system. It is compatible with multirotors, helicopters, fixed-ring, and gliders. 2.1 System Features The AFHDS 2A (Automatic Frequency Hopping Digital System Second Generation) developed and patented by FLYSKY is specially developed for all radio control models.
2.2 Transmitter Overview 1TUH 6UYOZOUT /TJOIGZUX 2+*Y 'TZKTTG )NGTTKR 9]OZIN )NGTTKR VUYOZOUT 1TUH )NGTTKR 1TUH )NGTTKR 1UTH 9ZGZ[Y /TJOIGZUX 9ZOIQ 9ZOIQ 6U]KX 9]OZIN :XOS :XOS :XOS :XOS 'TZKTTG .GTJRK (GZZKX_ )USVGXZSKTZ ;VJGZK /TZKXLGIK 2.2.1 Transmitter Antenna Precautions: □□ □□ For best signal quality, make sure that the antenna is at about a 90 degree angle to the model. Do not point the antenna directly at the receiver.
Digital proportional radio control system I8 2.2.2 Sticks There are two sticks on the transmitter and two preset modes for the functions of the sticks. You can switch the sticks to suit your operation habit. For details, refer to section 4.4 Switching the Stick Modes . You can also loose or tighten the lever head to adjust the length of the stick. 2.2.3 Status Indicator The status indicator is used to indicate the power and working status of the transmitter. □□ □□ □□ Off: the transmitter is powered off.
2.2.5 Knob Position Indicator LEDs The knob position indicator LEDs are used to indicate the currently position of the channel 5 6 position knob, each indicator corresponds to a flight mode. When the knob changes position, the corresponding indicator lights up. 2.2.6 Trims There are 4 trims affecting stick functionality, one for rudder (Channel 4), elevator (Channel 2), throttle (Channel 3) and ailerons (Channel 1). Each time a trim is toggled, the trim will move one step.
Digital proportional radio control system I8 3. Getting Started Before operation, install the battery and connect the system as instructed below. 3.1 Transmitter Battery Installation Danger • Only use specified battery. Danger • Do not open, disassemble, or attempt to repair the battery. Danger • Do not crush/puncture the battery, or short the external contacts. Danger • Do not expose to excessive heat or liquids. Follow the steps to install the transmitter battery: 1. 2. 3.
3.2 Connecting the Receiver and Servos Connect the receiver and the servos as indicated below: (CH8) (CH7) (CH6) 8KIKO\KX (CH5) (CH4) (CH3) < < (CH2) (CH1) 11
Digital proportional radio control system I8 4. Operation Instruction After setting up, follow the instructions below to operate the system. 4.1 Power On Follow the steps below to turn on the system: 1. 2. 3. Check the system and make sure that: ▫▫ The battery is fully charged and installed properly. ▫▫ The receiver is correctly installed. ▫▫ The throttle stick is at it's lowest position. Slide the power switch up to the ON position. Connect the receiver power supply. The system is start now.
4.4 Switching the Stick Modes There are two sticks on the transmitter and two preset modes for the functions of the sticks. Usually the stick with the self centring feature on both axis will be mapped to the Elevator, while the other to the Throttle. The functions of the sticks in respective modes are shown below: 8[JJKX 'ORKXUT Mode 2 'ORKXUT +RK\GZUX :NXUZZRK Mode 1 :NXUZZRK +RK\GZUX 8[JJKX You can switch the stick modes to suit your operation habit. To switch the sticks: 1. 2. 3.
Digital proportional radio control system I8 4.5 Calibrating the Sticks and Knobs After switching the stick modes, it is required to calibrate the sticks and knobs on the transmitter. You should also perform a calibration after switching sticks or if the transmitter sticks/knobs are not working accurately. To perform a calibration: 1. 2. Move the left stick to the top right corner and the right stick to the top left corner, and slide the power switch up to the ON position simultaneously.
4.9 Reversing Channels You can reverse the direction of channels 1, 2, 3 or 4 in relation to the sticks. For example, if a servo is mounted upside down in order to fit inside a model, when the corresponding stick is moved, the servo will move in the oppisite direction. To fix this, all we need to do is reverse the channel. To reverse the channels, 1. 2. Turn off the transmitter. Move both of the sticks to the bottom right corner, and slide the power switch up to the ON position simultaneously.
Digital proportional radio control system 5. Product Specification 5.1 Receiver Specification No. of Channels 8 Model type Multicopter/Fixed-wing/Glider/Heli RF 2.4 GHz Protocol AFHDS 2A Output PWM/CPPM Voltage range 4.0-6.5V Dimension 25*8.1*44.5mm Weight 13 grams Certificate CE0678, FCC and C-TICK 5.2 Transmitter Specification Model type Multicopter/Fixed-wing/Glider/Heli RF 2.4 GHz Protocol AFHDS 2A Low voltage warning Less than 3.
Appendix 1 FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of theFCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Digital proportional radio control system Edition: 2015-9-22
