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FUTABA 8FG SUPER User Manual

FUTABA 8FG SUPER
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8FG SUPER
14-CHANNEL RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM
FASST-2.4GHz Multi-ch/7-ch mode selectable
1M23N22218
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Table of Contents

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FUTABA 8FG SUPER Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels8
Frequency2.4 GHz
Model Memory30 models
TelemetryYes
Modulation/SystemFASST
Range1.5 km
Battery TypeNiMH
DisplayLCD (128x64 dots)

Summary

Safety and Regulatory Information

Flying Safety Precautions

Essential safety precautions for operating the R/C system.

Battery and Flying Field Guidelines

Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery Charging and Usage

Instructions for charging and managing Ni-MH/Ni-Cd batteries for safe operation.

Battery and SD Card Handling Precautions

Important Battery Precautions

Critical safety and handling instructions for Ni-MH/Ni-Cd batteries.

SD Card Handling Instructions

Guidelines for safely handling and storing Secure Digital memory cards.

Flying Field Operation Procedures

BEFORE USE

SD Card Usage Information

Details on using SD cards for model data storage and software updates.

Technical Specifications and Usage Conditions

System Components and Specifications

List of included components and technical data for transmitter and receiver.

Transmitter Controls Overview

Touch Sensor Operation and Navigation

Receiver Nomenclature and Operating Modes

Receiver Ports and System Overview

Description of receiver ports (DATA, S.BUS) and system compatibility.

BASIC OPERATION

Transmitter Battery Charging Procedure

Detailed steps for charging the Ni-MH battery using the special charger.

Transmitter Power and User Name Management

Transmitter Power ON/OFF Procedure

Steps for turning the transmitter on and off, including RF condition check.

Low Battery Alarm and Auto Shut-down

Information on low battery warnings and automatic transmitter power-off.

Easy Link Procedure (T8FGS/R6208SB)

Transmitter and Receiver Linking Process

Step-by-step guide for linking the transmitter and receiver.

R/C System Range Testing

Activating Range Check Mode

How to access and activate the transmitter's range check mode.

Range Check Procedure Steps

Detailed steps for performing a ground range check of the R/C system.

RECEIVER AND SERVO INSTALLATION

Receiver and Servo Connection Guide

Instructions for connecting servos to the receiver and the S.BUS system.

S.BUS System Connection Details

Explanation and diagram for connecting devices using the S.BUS system.

Servo Connection by Model Type

Airplane/Glider Channel Assignments

Channel assignments for Airplane and Glider models based on wing type.

Receiver and Servo Mounting Precautions

MODEL BASIC SETTING PROCEDURE

Model Type Selection

Selecting the correct model type (airplane, glider) and wing/tail types.

Helicopter Basic Setting Procedures

Model Addition and Selection

Adding and selecting helicopter models from memory.

Model Type and Swash Type Selection

Selecting helicopter model type and matching swash plate type.

Helicopter Flight Condition Management

Adding, deleting, copying, and renaming flight conditions.

Helicopter Specific Setting Procedures

Servo Connection for Helicopters

Connecting servos according to kit manual and Linkage Menu functions.

Helicopter Throttle/Pitch Curve Settings

Adjusting throttle and pitch curves for optimal helicopter performance.

Helicopter Control and Mixing Functions

Gyro Sensitivity and Mode Switching

Adjusting gyro sensitivity and operation mode for helicopters.

Pitch to Rudder (RUD) Mixing

Mixing pitch inputs to rudder to correct torque effects.

SYSTEM MENU Functions

TRAINER System Configuration

Trainer System Starting and Setup

How to start and set up the trainer system for instruction.

Trainer Mode and Switch Settings

Mode and Switch Selection

Selecting modes (NORM, MIX, FUNC) and switches for trainer operation.

Operating Mode Selection

Choosing the desired operation mode for each channel in trainer setup.

SOUND Settings and Low Battery Alarm

Low Battery Alarm Configuration

Setting the low battery alarm voltage threshold.

START SEL. (Quick Model Selection)

Quick Select Model Setup Procedure

Accessing and setting up the Quick Select function for models.

AUTO LOCK Functionality

Auto Lock Method and Settings

Setting up Auto Lock via timer or start lock.

Lock Timer and Start Lock Configuration

Adjusting the lock timer and enabling the start lock feature.

FUNCTIONS OF LINKAGE MENU

SERVO MONITOR (Servo Test)

Servo Test Operation Methods

Performing moving and neutral servo tests.

MODEL SELECT Functionality

Model Selection Procedure

Selecting models from transmitter memory or SD card.

Model Addition Procedure

Adding new model memories to the transmitter.

MODEL TYPE Selection

Model Type Selection Procedure

Selecting aircraft type (airplane, helicopter, glider) and related settings.

FREQUENCY Settings Management

FASST Mode Selection

Selecting between FASST Multi-ch (MLT2/MULT) or 7ch modes.

Area Mode Selection (Frequency Range)

Setting the transmitter's area mode for regulatory compliance.

FUNCTION (Channel Assignment)

Function Change Procedure

Assigning functions (aileron, elevator) to servo output channels.

SUB-TRIM Adjustment

Sub-trim Adjustment Procedure

Fine-tuning servo neutral positions after linkage setup.

REVERSE Servo Direction Control

Servo Reversing Procedure

Changing the direction of individual servo responses.

FAIL SAFE Configuration

Fail Safe Setting Procedure

Setting servo positions for lost signals or low battery voltage.

Battery Fail Safe Procedures

Setting and releasing battery fail safe functions.

END POINT Servo Travel Adjustment

Servo Travel Adjustment

Adjusting servo throws and differential throws.

Limit Point Adjustment

Setting the limit point where servo throw stops.

THR CUT (Throttle Cut) Function

Throttle Cut Setting Procedure

Steps to activate and set the throttle cut function.

IDLE DOWN Function (Airplane)

Idle Down Setting Procedure

Procedure for lowering engine idling speed using a switch.

SWASH RING (Helicopter Swash Limit)

Swash Ring Setting Procedure

Limiting swash plate travel to a fixed range for helicopters.

SWASH (Helicopter Swash Correction)

Neutral Point Setting Procedure

Setting the neutral point for swash plate compensation.

Swash AFR Setting Procedure

Adjusting servo travel amounts for Aileron, Elevator, and Pitch.

Helicopter Subtrim and Pitch Adjustment

Subtrim Setting Procedure

Setting subtrim for servos during swash setup.

Pitch Adjustment Procedure

Adjusting pitch output using fixed or cyclic modes.

DATA RESET Functionality

Data Resetting Methods

Options to reset digital trims or all model settings.

MODEL MENU (Common Functions)

CONDITION Settings (Flight Conditions)

Condition Switch Selection/Deletion

Assigning, deleting, or changing switches for flight conditions.

Condition Copy and Priority Change

Copying conditions and customizing their operational priority.

DUAL RATE Function

Dual Rate Setting Procedure

Adjusting stick throw and curves for flight conditions or rates.

PROG. MIX (Programmable Mixing)

Mix Setup Screen and Procedure

Accessing and setting up programmable mixes.

FUEL MIX (Mixture Control)

MODEL MENU (Airplane/Glider Functions)

Pitch Curve Function

Adjusting pitch settings for VPP airplanes.

Throttle Curve Functions

Optimizing engine speed based on throttle stick movement.

Throttle Delay Function

Slowing throttle stick response for turbine engine simulation.

Aileron Differential Adjustment

Adjusting left/right aileron differential rates independently.

Flap Settings Adjustment

Adjusting up/down travel for each flap servo.

Aileron to Camber Flap Mixing

Mixing camber flaps with ailerons for improved roll characteristics.

Aileron to Brake Flap Mixing

Mixing brake flaps with ailerons for improved roll characteristics.

Airplane/Glider Control Mixing Functions

Aileron to Rudder Mix

Mixing rudders with ailerons for steep banking.

Rudder to Aileron Mix

Mixing ailerons with rudder input for roll maneuvers.

Camber Mix Function

Adjusting camber and correcting elevators.

Elevator to Camber Mix

Mixing camber flaps with elevator to increase lift.

Camber Flap to Elevator Mix

Correcting attitude changes when camber flaps are utilized.

Butterfly (Crow) Function

Slowing aircraft and reducing altitude using ailerons and flaps.

Trim Mix Function

Adjusting trim offset rates for ailerons, elevators, and flaps.

Airbrake Function

Using airbrakes for landing or diving maneuvers.

Gyro Mix Function

Dedicated mix for GYA Series gyros.

V-Tail Configuration

Adjustments for V-tail airplanes' rudder and elevator.

Ailevator Configuration

Improving roll axis performance by operating elevators as ailerons.

Winglet Configuration

Adjusting rudder angles for airplanes with winglets.

Motor Function Control

Setting motor speed for EP gliders when started via switch.

PIT CURVE Function (Helicopter)

THR CURVE Function (Helicopter)

GYRO Mixing Function (Helicopter)

MODEL MENU (Helicopter Functions)

Helicopter Specific Functions Overview

List of core helicopter functions: PIT CURVE, THR CURVE, etc.

PIT CURVE/PIT TRIM (Helicopter)

Pitch Trim Adjustments (Helicopter)

Pitch Trim Overview

Details on hovering, high, and low pitch trim.

THR CURVE/THROTTLE HOVER TRIM (Helicopter)

THR HOLD Function (Helicopter)

SWASH MIX Function (Helicopter)

THROTTLE MIX Function (Helicopter)

PIT to RUD Mixing (Helicopter)

GOVERNOR Mixing Function (Helicopter)

Switch Setting Method