FUTABA 6EX 2.4GHZ User Manual

6EX-2. 4GHz
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
for Futaba 6EX-2.4GHz
6-channel,
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FASST
Radio control system
for Airplanes/Helicopters
1M23N12014
Futaba Corporation
Technical updates available at:
http://www.futaba-rc.com
Entire Contents © Copyright 2007

FUTABA 6EX 2.4GHZ Specifications

General

Frequency	2.4 GHz
Channels	6
Modulation	FHSS
Display Type	LCD
Range	Approx. 1.5km
Battery Type	8x AA (or equivalent NiMH)
Model Memory	10 models
System	FASST

Summary

Glossary of Terms

Dual Rate (D/R)

Allows switching between two control throws for aileron, elevator, and rudder.

Exponential

Modifies servo response to stick input for smoother control.

Mixing

Introduction to the 6EX-2.4GHz System

Transmitter Controls Overview

Control Descriptions

Radio Installation Guidelines

Receiver Antenna Installation

Transmitter Antenna and Radio Link

Range Check the Radio

Procedure for testing radio system range before flying.

Link Procedure

Steps to pair the transmitter ID code with the receiver.

Receiver and Servo Connections

Charging NiCd Batteries

LCD Display and Programming Controls

Programming the 6EX-2.4GHz Radio

Model Select Function (MODL)

Data Reset Function (REST)

Model Type Selection and Trainer Function

ACRO/HELI Model Type Select Function

Trainer Function (TRNR)

Model Setup and Servo Configuration

Servo Reversing (REVR)

Dual Rate Settings (D/R)

Procedure to set dual rate values for different flight conditions.

Advanced Servo Adjustments

Exponential Settings (EXPO)

Setting exponential values to adjust servo response sensitivity.

End Point Adjustment (EPA)

Adjusting the maximum travel limits (end points) for each servo.

Trim Settings

Programmable Mixer 1/2 (ACRO only)

Wing Mixing Functions (ACRO)

Flaperon Mixing (FLPR)

V-tail Mixing (ACRO only)

Elevon Mixing (ACRO only)

HELI Throttle and Pitch Curve Functions

Normal Throttle Curve (N-TH)

Setting the normal throttle curve for hovering and consistent engine speed.

Normal Pitch Curve (N-PI)

Setting the normal pitch curve for hovering and control response.

Idle-up Throttle Curve (I-TH)

Setting the idle-up throttle curve for mid-air maneuvers.

HELI Idle-Up Pitch Curve and Throttle Hold

Idle-up Pitch Curve (I-PI)

Setting the idle-up pitch curve for maneuvers with reduced pitch.

Throttle Hold Function (HOLD)

Activating throttle hold for autorotations and engine idling.

HELI Mixing: REVO and GYRO

REVO Pitch-Rudder Mixing

GYRO Gyro Mixing Function

HELI Swashplate and Mixing Functions

Swash-Throttle Mixing (SW-T)

Swashplate Types Selection (SWSH)

Fail Safe Function (F/S)

Transmitter Adjustments and Flying Safety

Flying Safety Guidelines

Flight Preparation

Check the Controls

Radio Range Check