7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System OPERATION MANUAL ver. 1.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Before Using Before using your transmitter, it is recommended that you read this manual in its entirety to become familiar with the product and its features. Failure to operate this product properly can result in damage to property and or cause serious injury. Important Notices Please note that Hitec reserves the right to make production changes during the life of our product lines that may impact the information in this manual.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Table of Contents Introduction Safety Information........................................................................................................................6 Product Support............................................................................................................................7 Steps for Successfully Programming the Flash 7 Radio...................................................8 System Component Specifications..............
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Table of Contents Common Model Programming Menu Working with the Common Model Function Menus...................................43 Servo Reverse....................................................................................................44 Sub Trims............................................................................................................44 Dual Rates and Exponentials.....................................................................
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Table of Contents Helicopter Programming Helicopter Programming Menu.....................................................................80 Flight Conditions..............................................................................................80 Throttle Cut.......................................................................................................82 Throttle Hold.............................................................................
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Flash 7 radio by Hitec. Designed for all popular aircraft types, the Flash 7 delivers lightning fast response with its 7ms frame rate and 4096 step resolution. You can trust Hitec’s bi-directional, AFHSS (Advanced Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) 2.4GHz technology to guide your sailplane, gas, glow or electric power plane or heli to a safe landing every flight.
Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Safety Information Flying models can be dangerous if proper safety precautions are not followed. Here are a few critical safety suggestions to keep you and others safe. Are you experienced? Flying models is not an intuitive process. Most accomplished model pilots were taught by another modeler. We encourage you to seek help during your early flight experiences and if required, during the building and radio gear installation process.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Product Support Flash 7 Programming Support While every attempt was made by the Flash 7’s developers to make the software interface easy and logical, most users will require programming help at some point. There are several “get help” options available to you. Hitec Customer Service Help is available from the Hitec office through phone support and e-mail inquiries. The U.S. office is generally open Monday thru Friday, AM 8:00 to PM 4:30 PST.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Steps for Successfully Programming the Flash 7 Radio Using this Manual This manual is a valuable resource detailing the programming and operation methods of the Flash 7 radio. The Flash 7 manual is divided into seven distinct sections: 1. Introductory material that is mandatory reading. This is where you will learn detailed information that will be invaluable to the successful programming of the Flash 7. 2. Quick Start Guides. 3. System Menus. 4.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Quick Start Guides Quick Start Guides We recommend that you read the introductory information in section one, then proceed to one of the quick start guides and start programming. After following along with the quick start guide you will have a feel for the way the Flash 7 programming is laid out. We encourage you to set up a few aircraft before you fly the Flash 7. It will be time well spent and help acquaint you with the programming process.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Terms and Icons Glossary of Terms AFHSS 2.4GHz Signal: Hitec’s 2.4GHz R/C signal protocol. Adaptive Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum. Telemetry: Data signal from the model, transmitted to the transmitter. Range Check: A ground check of the signal strength between the transmitter and receiver done before flying. Link (ID Setting): Link or “binding” a 2.4GHz receiver to its master transmitter.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System 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. Warning Make sure you use Tipa charger suitable for the battery pack you are using.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Main Menu Model Name Battery Voltage Battery Capacity Remaining Total in Use Time for Model Memory Slot Throttle Lock Model Type Timer number and Type Left Trim Indicators Flight Condition Right Trim Indicators RX Voltage(SPC) Spectra Reciever Type Setting Tip Tip From the main menu, you can quickly access certain settings by scrolling to them and pressing the jog dial.
Maxima Series Receivers CH 4 CH 5 CH 6 CH 7 CH 2 CH 3 CH 1 /9 MAXIMA 9 BAT MAXIMA 6 8 Caution The Maxima series is designed for use with G2 AFHSS radios such as the Aurora 9X and Flash series.Tip USE ONLY Digital SERVOS with the Maxima receivers. Analog servos cannot be used with Note Tip the Maxima series receivers. CH 1. Function Button: Used for binding the receiver to the Flash 7 and entering the FAIL-SAFE or Hold feature. MA XIMA 9 MA XIMA 6 2.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Maxima Series Receiver Connection Diagrams Your Hitec AFHSS system uses a communication protocol that links and binds the Hitec 2.4GHz receiver to your transmitter. Once the receiver and transmitter are “bound”, no other transmitter can interfere with your receiver during its operation. In the case of multiple model memory transmitters, you can bind as many Hitec 2.4GHz receivers to your transmitter, one per model memory, as necessary.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Optima and Minima Series Receivers 2 . A 4GH irc z ra 6 ft C Re h ce an iv n er el CH C H 1 6/B AT H C H C H C C H 1 1 1 1 The following information contains the complete directions on how to use the Optima and Minima series receivers (version 3.00(0). We encourage you to review this information before using these products.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Optima and Minima Series Receivers cont. Compatibility: The OPTIMA & MINIMA receivers are compatible with transmitters using the Hitec AFHSS 2.4 GHz system, such as, Spectra 2.4 module or dedicated built-in module AFHSS 2.4 Hitec transmitters. FAIL-SAFE/Hold Mode Selectable: Servos and other accessories can be set with a FAIL-SAFE point if power to the receiver is lost.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Optima and Minima Series Receiver Link (ID-Setting or Bind) Your Hitec AFHSS system uses a communication protocol that links and binds the Hitec 2.4GHz receiver to your transmitter. Once the receiver and transmitter are “bound”, no other transmitter can interfere. Turn on the transmitter and select “Yes” to the “Ready to Transmit” prompt by pressing the jog dial. Press the jog dial and back button simultaneously to enter the System Menu list.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Optima and Minima Series Receiver Link (ID-Setting or Bind) cont. When the binding process is completed, it automatically goes to the finish screen. (The BLUE and RED LEDs will be solidly on) When the LED stops blinking, press the jog dial to get to the next screen. The blue LED will glow solid. Turn the power to the receiver off, then back on. Check for a solid blue LED light. Once on, press the jog dial to FINISH the binding process.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System FAIL-SAFE and Hold Mode Setup If the FAIL-SAFE function is set up and used properly but the receiver signal is somehow interrupted, the servos will move to your previously stored FAIL-SAFE setup. If you do not activate the FAIL-SAFE function, the signal is switched off after the HOLD period of 1 sec.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Telemetry System The Hitec Spectra 2.4 System and Optima Series receivers feature full telemetry capabilities (except Optima 6) and include a Low Receiver Battery Warning as a basic function. Functions (Available with Optima 7 and 9): Hitec offers a wide variety of telemetry sensors designed to work with both fuel and electric powered aircraft. Check our website at www.hitecrcd.com for the latest available telemetry accessories.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Range Check Function It is critical that before each flight session you perform a range check that confirms the signal between the receiver and transmitter is appropriate. To do a range check, use a power-down mode to reduce the transmitter signal strength. During this power-down mode, you should walk away from the secured aircraft carrying the transmitter to a distance of approx. 30 meters, to test the effective range. 1.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Scan Mode In Scan Mode the transmitter and receiver will scan all available channels every time you turn it on. It will then choose the cleanest frequencies to use. Scan Mode is preferable to use when flying in a crowded 2.4GHz environment. 1. Turn on the transmitter and select “Yes” to the “Ready to Transmit” prompt by pressing the jog dial. 2. Press the jog dial and back button simultaneously to enter the System Menu list.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Scan Mode cont. 6. Check to see that all functions are operating correctly. If they do, press Finish. You now have successfully bound your receiver in scan mode. SLT Technology In addition to our proprietary AFHSS technology the Flash 7 has the ability to transmit using Secure Link Technology (SLT). This allows you to fly the numerous Tx-Ready models available on the market. For more information visit Tx-Ready.com for models utilizing this technology.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Airplane Quick Start Guide The following information is designed to guide you through a simple setup of a standard sport plane or unpowered glider. The operations shown during this exercise will help you understand many of the basic programming steps used by the Flash 7. Tip Tip Note If you are setting up a powered or un-powered glider, we will be programming your plane into the ACRO menu for this exercise.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Airplane Quick Start Guide cont. Tip Tip Note We are programming a new model into the model memory slot number two, not the model memory slot one. For the purpose of this exercise it will ensure a fresh model memory with no existing programming. 6. When asked to create a new model select “Yes.” This will bring up the Model Type screen. Scroll to “Acro/Glid” or “Select Acro/Glid.” Now scroll to “wing” and press the jog dial to activate the choices.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Airplane Quick Start Guide cont. Tip Tip Note If your receiver is not bound/linked to your transmitter you will need to follow the procedures on pages 18-19 to do so. 9. Turn your transmitter off and then back on. When prompted to transmit, this time select “Yes.” You are now ready to fly a simple model with basic settings. If a more complex setup is needed, refer to sections 4 and 5 for more detailed programming instructions.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Helicopter Quick Start Guide cont. 5. Select the first default model (NONAME-1) and press the jog dial to bring up the model maintenance prompts. Select “NEW” to create a new model. Tip Tip Note We are programming a new model into the model memory slot number two, not the model memory slot one. For the purpose of this exercise it will ensure a fresh model memory with no existing programming. 6. When asked to create a new model select “Yes.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System System Menu There are two primary menus in the Flash 7 programming structure. The System function Menu and the Model function Menu. The first menu we will explore is the System Menu. This menu has all the common programming function that are available for ACRO, GLID and HELI models. There are also numerous options for customizing the operating characteristics of the Flash 7 transmitter.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System System Menu cont. UI FEEDBACK: Turns the user interface sound feedback on or off. WARNING SETUP: Controls the various transmitter warnings RF CHECK: Prompts if you are “Ready to Transmit” HIGH THROTTLE: Warns if the throttle is not in “idle” position FLIGHT CONDITION: Warns if a flight condition switch is on INFO: Displays transmitter information such as software version. Working with the System Menu 1. Turn on the transmitter.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Model Select Menu cont. 1. Create a new model: When you create a new model, you are also prompted to do other setup items. To avoid repetitive information it is recommended that you read the quick start guides in order to understand what other steps are required when creating a new model. The “New” option is only available if the last model in the list is selected. 2. Select an existing model: a. Use the jog dial to scroll through the list of models.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Model Select Menu cont. 4. Reset the active model memory slot to factory default settings: a. Select the model you wish to reset. b. Scroll to “RESET” and press the jog dial. c. When prompted that you want to reset the model, select yes and press the jog dial to confirm your entry. You have now cleared all of the programming for the model. The only settings that will remain are the model name, receiver type and wing and tail types.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Model Type Menu The model type screen defines the features of the active model. These are the features we told the radio our model had during the “create a new model” process plus all the default features. Here we can define all the choices you have while setting up your aircraft in the Flash 7. There are three types of aircraft “Model Type” menus: ACRO: For all fixed wing, glow, gas and some electric powered models.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Model Type ACRO Menu Programming cont. Additionally there are setups for delta wing type models (Elevon): 2AILE 2AILE+1FLAP 2AILE+2FLAP 5. Once you have selected your wing types, press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 6. Scroll to “TAIL” and press the jog dial to activate the menu. The choices for tail type are dependent on the type of wing you selected.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Model Type GLID Menu Programming cont. 4. Once in the GLID setup menu you will set your wing and tail choices. Scroll to the wing selection and press the jog dial to activate the selections and scroll through the choices.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Model Type HELI Menu Programming 1. From the System Menu select MDL TYPE. 2. Press the jog dial once to enter the Model Type Selection Menu and scroll to HELI. 3. Press the jog dial once to enter the HELI setup menu. to enter the HELI setup menu. 4. In the HELI menu you will set the swash type. Scroll to highlight “SWASH” and press the jog dial to activate the menu.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Channel Selection Menu The Channel menu allows you to choose the function (AILE, THRO, RUDD, etc.) and control input method (joystick, switch, slider, etc) for each channel. This programming function permits a high level of creativity in the way you can customize the Flash 7 to suit your personal flying style. 1. From the System Menu scroll to CHANNEL and press the jog dial to enter the Channel selection menu.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Trim Step The Trim Step screen is utilized to change the amount of movement seen on the servos with each adjustment, or “beep” of the gimbal trim levers. Larger values equate to greater servo movement with each trim adjustment. 1. From the System Menu scroll to TRIM STEP and press the jog dial to enter the Trim Step Menu. 2. Scroll to the trim you want to adjust and push the jog dial to activate the adjustment.
7 Channel 2.4 GHzSection Aircraft Computer System 3: System MenuRadio Programming Trainer Function cont. Within the trainer menu, you can set the Flash 7 as a “Master radio”, set the trainer switch, and activate the other features. To do this, the transmitter must be in transmit mode. If not in the transmit mode, the only options you will have are the “pupil” options. To configure the trainer function: 1.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Trainer Function cont. 9. To select which switch will be used for the trainer function scroll down to the S/W field and press the jog dial to enter the switch selection menu. Press the jog dial again to activate the switch selections. 10. Scroll to select a switch to activate the trainer function. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. - If you choose the “NULL” option, the Trainer function will remain inactive at all times for this model.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Control Modes The Flash 7 is capable of operating in control Modes 1 ~ 4. The default is mode 2 for models sold in North America as this is generally preferred by the majority of pilots. 1. From the system menu, scroll to highlight “MODE” and press the jog dial to enter the mode selection menu. 2. Press the jog dial again to activate the mode selections. 3. Scroll through the modes until you find the one you would like to use.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Management Menu cont. 4. Scroll to highlight “CONTRAST” and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 5. Scroll to adjust the contrast level of the display screen. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 6. Scroll to highlight “BATTERY” and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 7. Scroll to select the battery type used in the transmitter. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Management Menu cont. 15. Scroll to highlight “FLIGHT CONDITION” and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 16. Scroll to select “ON” or “OFF”. When the flight condition warning is turned on, the radio will warn you if any programmed flight conditions are active when the unit is powered on. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 17. Press the back button twice to return to the system menu.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Common Model Programming Menu The Model Function menu contains options that relate to all model types (common) as well as options which are specific to fixed wing models (ACRO/GLID) or helicopters (HELI). This section illustrates the common model function options. The features specific to fixed wing or helicopter model types are covered in Section Five and Section Six respectively.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Servo Reverse The Reverse screen allows you to specify the direction of servo rotation for channels 1-7 of the active model. 1. From the model menu, scroll to highlight “REVERSE” and press the jog dial once to enter the reverse menu. 2. Scroll to the channel to be reversed and press the jog dial to activate the selections: NOR (default): Normal rotation. REV: Reverse rotation. 3.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Dual Rates and Exponentials The Dual Rate (D/R) feature provides a method to define two different values of servo movement (“rates”) on the same channel. You may want low control rates during takeoff and landing and higher rates when performing aerobatics. One or more switches are assigned to allow the pilot to select high or low rates. Exponential Rate (“EXP”) is a powerful function that is often used to make a twitchy model easier to control.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Dual Rates cont. 8. Scroll to highlight the “R/D” (right/down) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 9. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired travel for the servo(s) in high-rate mode. The value is a percentage of the available servo throw from neutral to full right (AILE, RUDD) or full down (ELEV). Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 10.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Switch Assignment 17. Scroll to highlight the S/W field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 18. Scroll to select the switch you have chosen to control dual rates for this function and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 19. Physically move the switch to the desired position for lowrates. Repeat steps 5-16 to input low-rate throws and exponential values for the selected function. Repeat steps 4-19 for each control function.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System End Point Adjustments cont. 5. Scroll to highlight the “R/D” (right/down) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 6. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired right (AILE, RUDD) or down (ELEV) servo endpoint. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 7. Press the back button to return to the EPA menu. 8. Repeat steps 2 through 7 for the control surfaces you would like to adjust. 9.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Programmable Mixes cont. Example: Let’s say you want to control your ailerons as flaps using one of the slider switches but you don’t want to have the slider active all the time in case you accidentally bump it. You can assign the slider to your virtual channel and then P-mix that channel to the aileron servos. Since you have the option to have the P-mix activated with a switch, the slider will only be active when the switch is in the on position.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Programmable Mixes cont. 10. Scroll to highlight the “L/U” (left/up) field and press the jog dial to activate the selection. 11. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired left (AILE, RUDD) or up (ELEV) servo movement for the slave function. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 12. Scroll to highlight the “R/D” (right/down) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 13.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Programmable Mixes cont. 20. Press the jog dial again to enable selections in the S/W menu. 21. Scroll to select the switch that you will use to activate the mix and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. If “NULL” is selected, the mix will always be active. 22. If you selected a switch, the switch position menu will appear. Scroll to highlight the switch position(s) that you will use to enable the mix. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Timers cont. 2. Scroll to highlight “INH” under TIMER-1 and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 3. Scroll to select “ACT” (active) and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 4. Scroll to highlight “TIME” and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 5. Press the jog dial again to activate the minute’s field. 6. Scroll to select the desired start value for minutes on Timer-1 and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 7.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Timers cont. 14. Scroll to select the desired activation switch for the timer. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. a. Selecting “NULL” will cause the timer to be inactive. b. If you selected a switch, the switch position menu will appear. - Scroll to highlight the switch position(s) that you will use to activate the timer. - Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. - Scroll to select “ON” and press the jog dial to confirm your selection.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Timers cont. To reset a timer: 1. From the home screen, scroll to highlight a timer and press the jog dial once to enter the timer menu. 2. Scroll to highlight “TIME” and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 3. Press the back button twice to return to the home screen. To reset the integrated timer: 1. From the home screen, scroll to highlight a timer and press the jog dial once to enter the timer menu. 2.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Servo Monitors cont. 3. Press the jog dial to activate the test menu. 4. Scroll to highlight “Move” and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 5. Observe as the transmitter cycles the designated range of travel for every channel that has been assigned a control input. 6. The cycle test can be halted by either selecting another option in the test menu or pressing the back button to return to the model function menu. 7.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Acro and Glider Programming Menu When the active model is configured as a fixed-wing (ACRO or GLID) model type, the Model Function menu contains programming options which are useful for fixed-wing aircraft. This section describes the features and programming steps for the ACRO and GLID model function menus.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Working with the Acro/Glid Model Function Menu 1. Turn on transmitter. When prompted to transmit, select “NO”. 2. Verify that the active model is an ACRO or GLID model type. 3. To access the model function menu, press and hold the jog dial. 4. The menu options shown reflect the parameters defined for the active model in the model type menu (Model Type, Wing and Tail).
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Flight Conditions cont. Tip aution Tip If more than one flight condition is concurrently enabled, the condition with the highest number (per the table shown above) will be active. The field just below the model icon on the Note Home screen indicates the active flight condition. - Press the back button twice to return to the flight conditions menu. 5. Scroll to highlight the “SPEED” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 6.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Aileron Differentials cont. 4. Scroll to the “S/W” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 5. Scroll to select a switch to control aileron differential settings. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. If you choose the “NULL” option, the current settings will remain active at all times for this model. If you choose a switch, repeat steps 2-4 to define the settings for each switch position.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Elevon Mixing cont. 7. Press the back button to return to the elevon mix menu. 8. Scroll to the top “ELEV” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 9. Scroll to highlight the “L/U” (left/up) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 10. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired endpoint for the servo attached to the “ELEV” receiver slot.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System V-Tail Mixing cont. 3. Scroll to highlight the “L/U” (left/up) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 4. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired endpoint for the servo attached to the “ELEV” receiver slot. This value regards the servo travel when a pitch up command is given. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 5.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Ailevator Mixing The Ailevator feature allows the configuration of a two-servo or “split” elevator setup. It also features an “aileron to split elevator” mix which allows the elevators to provide roll control. This feature, also called “tailerons”, is commonly used on jet models. 1. From the model menu, rotate the jog dial to highlight “AILEVATOR” and press the jog dial once to enter the ailevator mix menu. 2.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Ailevator Mixing cont. 11. Scroll to highlight the “R/D” (right/down) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 12. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired servo endpoint when a right roll command is given. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 13. Press the back button to return to the Ailevator Mix menu. 14.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Aileron to Rudder Mixing cont. 7. Scroll to highlight the “R/D” (right/down) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 8. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired rudder travel when a right roll command is given. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 9. Scroll to highlight the “EXP” field and press the jog dial to activate the selection. 10.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Aileron to Rudder Mixing cont. c. If you choose “Cond” (Flight Condition): - The upper right field of the menu displays which flight condition is currently active and will be programmed. - Scroll to the Flight Condition field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. - Choose the desired flight condition and press the jog dial to confirm your selection.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Elevator to Camber Mixing cont. 7. Scroll to the top row of the value table (“AILE”) and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 8. Scroll to highlight the “L/U” (left/up) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 9. Rotate the jog dial to set the desired endpoint for the servo attached to the “AILE” receiver slot. This value regards the servo travel when a pitch up command is given.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Elevator to Camber Mixing cont. 18. Scroll to select “FLAP” and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 19. Repeat steps 5-15 to configure the flap movements for this mix. If using only one flap servo, configure only the “FLAP” row of the value table. If using two flap servos, configure both rows of the value table. 20. Scroll to the “S/W” field and press the jog dial twice to activate the menu. 21. Scroll to select a switch to activate the mix.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Elevator to Camber Mixing cont. 22. Press the back button to return to the model function menu. To disable the elevator-to-camber mix: 1. Scroll to highlight the “MIX” field in the elevator-camber mix menu and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 2. Select “INH” (inhibit) and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 3. Press the back button to return to the model function menu.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Camber Mixing (GLID Only) cont. 10. Scroll to highlight the “FLAP” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 11. Rotate the jog dial to input the desired travel for the “FLAP” servo when camber is active. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 12. If the model has a second flap servo, repeat step 11 in the “FLP2” field. 13. Scroll to highlight the “SPEED” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 14.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Camber Mixing (GLID Only) cont. Tip Tip You may also select a flight condition in this menu by activating the desired flight condition. Note - Repeat steps 4-18 to define the settings for each flight condition. 17. Press the back button to return to the model function menu. To disable the elevator-to-camber mix: 1. Scroll to highlight the “MIX” field in the camber mix menu and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 2.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Flap Control 7. Scroll to highlight the “R/D” (right/down) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 8. Rotate the jog dial to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-clockwise) the desired servo endpoint for when the flap is fully deployed. 9. If the model has a second flap servo, repeat steps 4-8 on the “FLP2” row of the value table. 10. Press the back button to return to the flap control menu. 11.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Offset cont. 2. Press the jog dial again to activate the menu. 3. Rotate the jog dial to select “ACT” (activate), then press the jog dial to confirm your selection and activate the offset menu. 4. Scroll to highlight the “AILE” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 5. Rotate the jog dial to input the desired travel for the “AILE” servo when Offset is active. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 6.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Butterfly Mixing (GLID Only) cont. To configure butterfly: 1. From the model menu, rotate the jog dial to highlight “B-Fly” and press the jog dial once to enter the activation menu. 2. Press the jog dial again to activate the menu. 3. Rotate the jog dial to select “ACT” (activate), then press the jog dial to confirm your selection and activate the butterfly menu. 4. Scroll to highlight the “AILE” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 5.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Butterfly Mixing (GLID Only) cont. 16. Scroll to the “S/W” field and press the jog dial twice to activate the menu. 17. Scroll to select a switch to activate the butterfly mix. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. a. If you choose the “NULL” option, the butterfly mix will remain inactive at all times for this model. b. If you choose a switch: - The switch position menu will appear.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Butterfly Mixing (GLID Only) cont. - Scroll to select the middle value field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. - Rotate the jog dial to position the top of the bar graph at the throttle position where the mix will be enabled. As you move the throttle stick, the field in the top right corner of the screen will indicate when the mix is active. 20. Press the back button four times to return to the model function menu. To disable butterfly: 1.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Gyro cont. 6. Scroll to highlight “S/W” and press the jog dial to activate the switch menu. 7. Scroll to select a switch to control the gyro. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. a. If you choose the “NULL” option, the set gyro rate will remain active at all times for this model. b. If you choose a switch: - The current switch position will be displayed in the top right field of the display as “0”, “1”, or “2”.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Throttle Cut (Acro Only) cont. To configure throttle cut: 1. From the model menu, rotate the jog dial to highlight “THRO CUT” and press the jog dial once to enter the activation menu. 2. Press the jog dial again to activate the menu. 3. Rotate the jog dial to select ACT (activate), then press the jog dial to confirm your selection and activate the throttle cut menu. 4.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Throttle Cut (Acro Only) cont. 8. Press the back button to return to the model function menu. To disable throttle cut: 1. Scroll to highlight the “MIX” field in the throttle cut menu and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 2. Select “INH” (inhibit) and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 3. Press the Back button to return to the model function menu.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Throttle Curve cont. b. If you choose a switch: - The current switch position will be displayed in the top right field of the display as “0”, “1”, or “2”. - Repeat steps 4-8 to define throttle curve for every switch position. 11. Press the back button to return to the model function menu. To disable the throttle curve: 1. Scroll to highlight the “MIX” field in the throttle curve menu and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 2.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Helicopter Programming Menu When the active model is configured as a helicopter model type, the model function menu contains programming options which are useful for helicopters. This section describes the features and programming steps for the helicopter model function menu. Tip Tip The momentary “deadman” switch (Switch-F) is a convenient and commonly-used throttle cut switch. Throttle cut should be off when the switch is in its neutral position.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Flight Conditions cont. The following features support flight condition programming in HELI mode: Gyro Revolution Mix Swash > Throttle Mix Throttle Curve Pitch Curve 1. From the model menu, rotate the jog dial to highlight “F.COND” and press the jog dial once to enter the flight conditions menu. 2. Scroll to the flight condition to be configured and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 3.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Flight Conditions cont. Tip Tip Note If more than one flight condition is concurrently enabled, the condition with the highest number (per the table shown above) will be active. The field just below the model icon on the Home screen indicates the active flight condition. 5. Scroll to highlight the “SPEED” field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 6. Scroll to define the amount of time (0.0 to 10.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Throttle Cut cont. 4. Scroll to the “POS” (position) field and press the jog button to activate the menu. 5. Rotate the jog dial to input the desired position of the throttle servo when throttle cut is activated. Models will typically require negative values to set a “kill engine” position. Ensure that the selected position does not cause the throttle servo to bind or place stress on the carburetor’s control arm. 6.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Throttle Hold cont. 1. From the Model menu, rotate the jog dial to highlight T.HOLD and press the jog dial once to enter the activation menu. 2. Press the jog dial again to activate the menu. 3. Rotate the jog dial to select ACT (activate), then press the jog dial to confirm your selection and activate the T.Hold menu. 4. Scroll to the “RATE” field and press the jog button to activate the menu. 5.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Gyro cont. 3. Rotate the jog dial to select ACT (activate), then press the jog dial to confirm your selection and activate the GYRO menu. 4. Scroll to the “MODE” field and press the jog button to activate the menu. 5. Scroll to select “Single” or “Dual” to denote whether your gyro is a single-rate or dual-rate unit. Consult the gyro manufacturer’s instructions if you are not sure. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. a.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Gyro cont. b. If you choose a switch: - The current switch position will be displayed next to the rate which is currently activated by the switch’s position. - Repeat step 5a or 5b as applicable to define gyro rate for every switch position. c. If you choose “Cond” (Flight Condition): - The upper right field of the menu displays which flight condition is currently active and will be programmed.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Revolution Mixing cont. 4. Scroll to the “RATE” field and press the jog button to activate the menu. 5. Scroll to highlight the “L/U” (left/up) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 6. Rotate the jog dial to set the position for the tail rotor pitch servo when the throttle stick is full down. Press the jog dial to confirm your input. 7. Scroll to highlight the “R/D” (right/down) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 8.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Revolution Mixing cont. c. If you choose “Cond” (Flight Condition): - The upper right field of the menu displays which flight condition is currently active and will be programmed. - Scroll to the Flight Condition field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. - Choose the desired flight condition and press the jog dial to confirm your selection.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Swash to Throttle Mixing cont. 4. Scroll to the function field (“AILE” or “ELEV”). If “AILE” is not the current function, press the jog dial to activate the menu. Otherwise, skip to step 6. 5. Scroll to select “AILE” and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 6. Scroll to the top row of the value table (“AILE”) and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 7. Scroll to highlight the “L/U” (left/up) field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 8.
aution aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Swash to Throttle Mixing cont. 17. Scroll to select a switch to activate the swash-throttle mix. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. a. If you choose the “NULL” option, the set mix values will remain active at all times for this model. b. If you choose a switch: - The current switch position will be displayed in the top right field of the display as “0”, “1”, or “2”.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Our example will show a 120CCPM head format. 1. From the model menu, scroll to highlight “Swash Mix” and press the jog dial once to enter the sub trim menu. 2. Scroll to the functions (AILE,ELEV,Pitch) to be adjusted and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 3. Rotate the jog dial clockwise or counter-clockwise to alter the Individual collective servos.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Throttle Curve cont. 2. Press the jog dial again to activate the menu. 3. Rotate the jog dial to select ACT (activate), then press the jog dial to confirm your selection and activate the throttle curve menu. 4. Scroll to the “1” field and press the jog button to activate the menu. 5. Rotate the jog dial to input the desired throttle position at this point on the curve (Throttle stick full down). 6.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Throttle Curve cont. - Scroll to the flight condition field and press the jog dial to activate the menu. - Choose the desired flight condition and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. Tip Tip You may also select a flight condition in this menu by activating the desired flight condition. Note 11. Press the back button to return to the model function menu. To disable the throttle curve: 1.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Pitch Curve cont. 5. Rotate the jog dial to input the desired pitch position at this point on the curve (Throttle stick full down). 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the remaining four steps on the pitch curve. As values are changed, the onscreen graph displays real-time updates to the pitch curve. 7. Scroll to the “EXP” (exponential) field and press the jog dial button to activate the menu. 8. Rotate the jog dial to select “OFF” or “ON”.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Pitch Curve cont. Tip Tip You may also select a flight condition in this menu by activating the desired flight condition. Note 11. Press the back button to return to the model function menu. To disable the pitch curve: 1. Scroll to highlight the “MIX” field in the pitch curve menu and press the jog dial to activate the menu. 2. Select “INH” (inhibit) and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 3.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Using the Telemetry When paired with an Optima 7 or Optima 9 receiver, the Flash 7 is fully compatible with Hitec’s suite of telemetry sensors. The ability to receive important data from the model is critical to preventing crashes due to dead batteries, an empty fuel tank, or overheated components. Additionally, telemetry data is All Optima receivers will report the receiver battery voltage without the need for an add-on sensor.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System GPS cont. 1. From the sensor menu, rotate the jog dial to highlight “GPS” and press the jog dial once to enter the GPS menu. selection. 3. Scroll to select “Metric” (meters, meters per second) or “Imperial” (feet, feet per second) units and press the jog dial to selection. 5. Scroll to select “RELATIVE” or “ABSOLUTE”. Relative mode is the most commonly used option. . In this setting, altitude is displayed as the model’s height above the launch altitude.
aution 7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System RPM cont. 3. Scroll to select “Prop-M” using the magnetic RPM sensor. If using an optical sensor, select “Prop-2”, “Prop-3” or “Prop-4”. The numeral indicates the number of blades on your propeller. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 4. If you are using a second RPM sensor, repeat steps 2 and 3 on the lower “UNIT” field. 5. Press the back button to return to the sensor menu.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Battery cont. 1. From the sensor menu, rotate the jog dial to highlight “BATTERY” and press the jog dial once to enter the battery menu. 2. Press the jog dial again to activate the “UNIT” field. 3. Scroll to select “C50” if using the 50-amp current sensor or “C200” if using the 200-amp current sensor. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 4. Press the back button to return to the sensor menu.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Advanced Telemetry Sensors cont. 2. Scroll to the “CLIMB SOUND” field and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 3. Scroll to select “ON” if you would like the transmitter to emit a tone when the model is gaining altitude. Otherwise, select “OFF”. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 4. Scroll to the “SINK SOUND.” field and press the jog dial to confirm your selection. 5.
7 Channel 2.4 GHz Aircraft Computer Radio System Stick Length Adjustment Hands come in all sizes so, to accommodate everyone, we use a two piece stick “top” that can be adjusted to fit a wide variety of users. Separate the top from the bottom piece and adjust the top piece to the length required. Screw the bottom up against the top piece to “jam” lock everything into position.
