7C-2.4GHzTechnical updates and additional programming examples available at: www.futaba-rc.com\faq\7c-faq.htmlINSTRUCTION MANUALfor Futaba 7C-2.4GHz7-
The following additional accessories are available from your dealer. Refer to a Futaba catalog for more information:•NT8S Transmitter battery pack - t
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS - AIRPLANESW(B)VRSW(A)SW(F)SW(E)SW(D)SW(G)This controls CH6, and if flaperon mixing is activated controls the flap.Flap Trim Cont
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS - HELISW(B)VRSW(A)SW(E)SW(D)SW(H)SW(G)Hovering - Pitch KnobRudder Dual Rate Switch/CH7Elevator Dual Rate Switch/TH-CUT/P-MIX/TIME
Ni-Cd battery packCharging jackBattery coverBattery connector locationTrainer connectorSwitch/Knob Airplane (ACRO) Helicopter (HELI)A or H Tx.SWITCH A
Receiver Aircraft (ACRO) Helicopter (HELI)Output andChannel1 ailerons/combined right flap & aileron1aileron (cyclic roll)2 elevator elevator (cycl
15Adjusting the length of the non-slip control sticksYou may change the length of the control sticks to make your transmitter morecomfortable to hold
16RADIO INSTALLATIONFollow these guidelines to properly mount the servos, receiver and battery.• Make certain thealignment tabon the battery, switch a
17•IMPORTANT: Since the 2.4GHz have different characteristics than that of the conventional 27MHz and 72MHz frequencies, pleaseread this section caref
18Transmitter Antenna1. The transmitter antenna is adjustable so please make sure that the antenna is never pointed directlyat the model when Àying as
TRANSMITTER DISPLAYS & BUTTONSWhen you first turn on your transmitter, a confirmation double beep sounds, and the screen shown below appears. Befo
2TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION ... 3Additional Technical Help, Support and Service...
WARNING & ERROR DISPLAYSAn alarm or error indication may appear on the display of your transmitter for several reasons, including when thetransmit
AIRCRAFT (ACRO) MENU FUNCTIONS Please note that all BASIC menu functions are the same for airplanes (ACRO) and helicopters (H-1/H-2/HR3/HN3/H-3/HE3);t
22(Basic Menu 1)(Basic Menu 2)(Basic Menu 3)Select(Cursor)Select(Cursor)ACRO Basic MenuACROADVANCEMenuEndMode/PageTo enter the Basic Menu, press theMo
A QUICK GUIDE: GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC 4-CHANNEL AIRCRAFTThis guide is intended to help you get acquainted with the radio, to give you a jump sta
With digital trims you don't shut the engine off with THROTTLE TRIM. Let's set up throttle cut (THR-CUT) now.GOALS of EXAMPLE STEPS INPUTS f
A LOOK AT THE RADIO'S FUNCTIONS STEP BY STEPMODEL submenu: includes three functions that manage model memory: MODEL SELECT, MODEL COPY and MODEL
MODEL COPY: copies the current model data into another model memory in the transmitter. The number of the model memory you are copying from and into i
MODEL NAME: assigns a name to the current model memory. By giving each model a name that is immediatelyrecognizable, you can easily comfirm the correc
PARAMETER submenu: sets those parameters you would likely set once, and then not disturb again.Once you have selected the correct model you wish to wo
MODEL TYPE: sets the type of programming used for this model.The 7C has 10 model memories, which can each support:•One powered aircraft (ACRO) memory
INTRODUCTIONOwner's Manual and Additional Technical HelpThis manual has been carefully written to be as helpful to you, the new owner, as possibl
Servo reversing (REVERSE): changes the direction an individual servo responds to a CONTROL STICK motion. For CCPM helicopters, be sure to read the sec
End Point of servo travel adjustment (E.POINT , also called EPA): The most flexible version of travel adjustmentavailable. It independently adjusts ea
Throttle cut (TH-CUT) (ACRO/HELI): Provides an easy way to stop the engine by flipping a switch (with THROTTLE STICKat idle). The movement is largest
Dual/triple rates and exponential (D/R,EXP): assigns adjusted rates and exponential.Dual/Triple Rates: Reduce/increase the servo travel by flipping a
Adjustability:•More sensitive around neutral. (positive exponential, see example)•Less sensitive around neutral. (negative exponential, see example)Fo
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:35Set up aileron triple rates on SWITCH Gwith travel settings of 75% (normal),25% (slow roll) and 140% (extremeaerobati
TIMER submenu (stopwatch functions): controls an electronic clock used to keep track of allowed time remaining in a competition,flying time on a tank
TRAINER: For training novice pilots with optional trainer cord connecting 2 transmitters. The instructor has several levelsof controllability.Adjustab
TRIM submenu: Resets and adjusts effectiveness of digital trims.The 7C has digital trims which are different from conventional mechanical trim sliders
SUB-TRIM: Makes small changes or corrections to the neutral position of each servo. Range is -120 to +120, with 0 setting,the default, being no SUB-TR
Application, Export, and Modification2. Exportation precautions:(a) When this product is exported from the country of manufacture, its use is to be ap
FailSafe (loss of clean signal and low receiver battery) submenu (F/S): Sets responses in case of loss of signal or low Rxbattery .FailSafe (F/S ): in
ACRO ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONS:Aircraft wing types (ACRO):There are 3 basic wing types in aircraft models:v Simple. Model uses one aileron servo (or mult
Using FLAPERON (ACRO):The FLAPERON mixing function uses one servo on each of the two ailerons, and uses themfor both aileron and flap function. For fl
FLAP-TRIM allows the flap action to be set in a way that it can be adjusted with the VRdial. AIRBRAKE will also move the flaps to a specified position
There are 4 basic tail types in aircraft models:• Simple. Model uses one elevator servo and one rudder servo (or multiple servos on a Y-harness). This
Dual Elevator Servos (with a rudder) (AILEVATOR)(ACRO): Many models use two elevator servos, plugged in separatereceiver channels. (Flying wings witho
Using V-TAIL(ACRO):V-TAIL mixing is used with v-tail aircraft so that both elevator and rudder functionsare combined for the two tail surfaces. The el
Snap Rolls at the flick of a switch (SNAP-ROLL) (ACRO):This function allows you to execute snap rolls by flipping a switch, providing thesame input ev
MIXES: the backbone of nearly every functionMixes are special programs within the radio that command one or more channels to act together with input f
ELEV-FLAP mixing (ACRO):ELEV-FLAP mixing is the first pre-programmed mix we'll cover. This mix makes theflaps drop or rise whenever the ELEVATOR
Meaning of Special MarkingsPay special attention to safety where indicated by the following marks:DANGER - Procedures which may lead to dangerous cond
FLAP-ELEVmixing (ACRO ):FLAP-ELEV mixing is a pre-programmed linear mix. This mix makes the elevator move whenever the flaps are moved. This mix is us
AILE-RUDD mixing (ACRO):AILE-RUDD mixing is a pre-programmed linear mix. This mix is used to mixrudder operation with aileron operation automatically,
AIRBRAKE mixing(ACRO):Like FLAPERON, AIRBRAKE is one function that is really made up of a series of pre-programmed mixes all done for you within the r
PROGRAMMABLE MIXES (PROG.MIX1-3):Your 7C contains three separate linear programmable mixes.There are a variety of reasons you might want to use these
• Slave: The controlled channel. The channel that is moved automatically in response to the movement of the masterchannel. The second channel in a mix
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:Other Examples:• RUD-THR(HELI) mix: When right rudder is applied, additional torque is needed from the motor to drive t
Special Additions, Functions, And Added Equipment Commonly Used On Powered AircraftGyros: Just as torque rotates an aircraft on the runway during take
HELICOPTER MODEL FUNCTIONS Please note that nearly all of the BASIC menu functions are the same for airplane (ACRO setup)and helicopter (H-1/H-2/HR3/H
GETTING STARTED WITH A BASIC HELICOPTERThis guideline is intended to help you set up a basic ( H-1 ) heli, to get acquainted with the radio, to give y
59Reverse servos as needed for propercontrol operation. Ex: LEFT RUDDERSTICK results in leading edge of tailrotor blades moving left. Reverse tooperat
Always pay particular attention to the flying field's rules, as well as the presence and location of spectators, thewind direction, and any obsta
1Periodically move the throttle stick to full and back down to ensure proper servo settings.2It is critical that VR dials be centered when the pitch a
HELI-SPECIFIC BASIC MENU FUNCTIONSMODEL TYPE: This function of the PARAMETER submenu is used to select the type of model programming to be used.Before
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:Note: Radio shows progress on screen as the model type is being changed and beeps once upon completion. If the power sw
SWASH AFR [HELI(H-2/HE3/HR3/H-3/HN3)only]:Swashplate function rate settings (SWASH AFR) reduce/increase/reverse the rate (travel)of the aileron, eleva
CHECKING FOR PROPER MOTION ON AN HR3 SWASHPLATEGOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:64Adjust the travel of the collective pitchfrom +50% to -23% , reversi
Setting up the Normal Flight Condition: The Normal flight condition is typically utilized for hovering. The throttle andcollective pitch curves are ad
GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:THROTTLE CUT: The THR-CUT function is used to kill the engine at the end of a flight. The engine can be stopped withone
HELI-SPECIFIC ADVANCE MENU FUNCTIONSTHR-HOLD: This function holds the engine in the idling position and disengages it from the THROTTLE STICK when SWI
THR-CURVE and PIT-CURVE: These 5-point curves are utilized to best match the blade collective pitch to the engine RPM forconsistent load on the engine
• Revo. mixing rates are linear curves. For a clockwise-turning rotor, the rudder is mixed in the clockwise directionwhen collective pitch is increase
A QUICK INTRODUCTION TO THE 7C SYSTEMTRANSMITTER:•Large graphic liquid-crystal display panel with 4 buttons and an easy set up turn-and-press Dial for
OFFSET: Optional separate trims in addition to those for the normal condition. This function is used to automatically changethe trim of a helicopter,
HOVERING ADJUSTMENTS (HOV-THR and HOV-PIT):Hovering throttle and hovering pitch are fine-tuning adjustments for the throttle and collective pitch curv
Throttle mixing (SWASH-THR):GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:72Activate SWASH-THR mixing. Adjustmixing amount (AIL-N) to 10%.Where next?Open the SWASH-T
GYROS and GOVERNOR: Using electronics to take some of the complexity out of setups and flight.What is a gyro? A gyroscope is an electronic unit that s
Gain Example for AVCS/Heading-hold Gyros (GY)GOAL of EXAMPLE: STEPS: INPUTS:74Set up a heading-hold/AVCS gyro withheading-hold/AVCS setting in idle-up
GOVERNORS: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 controlunit that automatica
v Speed switching and governor ON/OFF may be used together on one switch.v Speed setting control uses CH7.The GV-1 controls throttle when it is active
:STUPNI:SPETS:ELPMAXEfoLAOG77Switch between the governor settingsautomatically when changing conditions.Consider setting the battery FailSafesettings
78GLOSSARY3D: Common name for certain types of aerobatic maneuvers. Aircraft: flying below the model’s stall speed, such astorque rolls. Helicopters:
Backup battery: Battery used to protect data storage in case of removal of master transmitter battery. In most Futabaradios, including the 7C, EEPROM
SERVOS• Please see technical specifications page for specifics on the servos included with your system.• The included receiver is compatible with all
Data reset: Erase all data in a specific model. See RESET.Delta peak charger: Common name for a specialized charger designed and required to properly
FailSafe (F/S ): Sets servo positions when interference is encountered or signal is lost.Also includes Battery FailSafe settings. . . . . . . . . . .
Heading-hold gyro: Gyro that specifically measures the unwanted deflection angle and compensates until a corresponding anglehas been returned. See Gyr
Linear Mix: A mix that maintains the same relationship of master to slave throughout the whole range. Ex: a mix fromone flap servo to another flap ser
OFFSET: (HELI) Separate trim settings available to each idle-up setting, or assigned to separate switches from the idle-up switch. When offset is ON,
SELECT (CURSOR) BUTTONS: Controls used in various ways during programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Select a mod
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•R617FS Receiver •Servos, S3004, S3152 or S3001, with mounting hardware and servo arm assortment•Switch harness•Extension cord•Receiver battery•Transm
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