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When the Channel 5 knob is rotated clockwise (+) from the middle position, the gyro will be in the Heading
Lock mode. This is the mode that is preferred for use after installing the heading lock type gyro. When the
knob is rotated full clockwise, the gain setting value will be approximately 100%. Other gain setting values
from approximately 0–100% are also available depending on where the knob is set between the middle and full
clockwise positions.
We recommend that you set the Channel 5 knob in the position that provides a gain setting value of approximately
50% in the Heading Lock mode before conducting the first test flight after installing the gyro. You will then use the
Channel 5 knob on the transmitter for adjusting the gyro gain value after conducting test flights.
Note: It is important that you do not accidentally change the position of the Channel 5 knob between
and during flights once you have found the gain setting value that provides the best tail/heading lock
performance.
• Once you have made initial adjustments of the gyro gain setting, you will be ready to conduct the first test flight
using your new gyro. After making the initial test flight, take your time adjusting the gyro gain setting value prior
to subsequent test flights in order to find the best possible performance. The goal, when using a Heading Lock
type gyro, is to find the highest gain setting value at which the tail of the helicopter will not twitch quickly from
side to side in all areas of flight (including fast forward flight and descents).
Note: Although you should now be using a Heading Lock type gyro to help better maintain tail and
heading lock performance during flight, it may be necessary to make small adjustments to the rudder
trim setting on the transmitter in order to prevent “drifting” of the nose/tail of the helicopter. The
amount of trimming required may vary depending on the gyro used and flying conditions.
Now that you have properly installed and configured a heading lock gyro on your Blade™ CP Pro, you will note a
significant improvement in the ability for the tail motor power system to maintain heading and position throughout
all areas of flight. Do note, however, that the tail motor power system does still have some limitations in its
performance envelope and that you should take your time when learning these limits. In general, these limitations
do not impact the majority of maneuvers the Blade CP Pro is capable of, and you will find the performance of the
tail motor power system, when combined with the heading lock gyro, is very good overall.
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