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5.3.9 GOVERNORS:
The Governor mixing function is used to adjust the Governor speed settings (rS1, rS2, rS3) from the
transmitter.
What is a governor? A governor is made up of a set of sensors which read the RPM of the helicopter’s
head, and a control unit that automatically adjusts the throttle setting to maintain a constant head speed
regardless of changes in pitch of blades, weather conditions, etc. Governors are extremely popular in
competition helicopters due to the consistency provided.
How does it help in helicopter setup? The governor eliminates the need to spend large amounts of time
setting up throttle curves, as it automatically adjusts the engine’s RPM to maintain the desired head speed.
ADJUSTABILITY:
• On/off may be separate from speed switching by plugging governor on/off into CH8 and changing
CUT-CH setting.
• If using separate on/off, switch assignment is totally adjustable. Be careful not assign governor off to a
condition switch if you want the governor to function in that condition.
• Speed switching and governor ON/OFF may be together using one switch or ON/OFF switching may be
performed using an independent switch/channel.
• When speed setting control uses CH7 and separate ON/OFF switch is not used, CH8 can be used for other
functions.
• In-flight adjustment of the head speed (for easy adjustment during turning) may be created using an