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FUTABA GY701 User Manual

FUTABA GY701
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1M23N23902
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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FUTABA GY701 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ApplicationRC Helicopters
Operating Voltage4.8V - 8.4V
Governor FunctionYes
TypeGyro
Sensors3-axis
Connector TypeStandard servo connectors
CompatibilityFutaba

Summary

Introduction and Features

Introduction

Overview of the Futaba GY701's capabilities and technology.

Features

Key characteristics and advantages of the GY701 unit.

Precautions and Safety

Meaning of Special Markings

Explanation of warning symbols and their significance.

Gyro Operating Precautions

Safety guidelines specific to gyro operation.

Governor Operating Precautions

Safety guidelines specific to governor operation.

Mechanics Preparations

Mechanics Preparations

Ensuring helicopter mechanics are optimized for gyro/governor.

Opening Screen

Boot up Display

Initial display sequence upon powering on the GY701.

Initial Home Screen

Overview of the main operational screen and its elements.

Home Screen Details

Gyro Working Mode

Indicates the current gyro operating mode (AVCS or Normal).

Setting Revolution Display

Shows the set revolution for the governor.

Home Screen Additional Details

Revolution Display

Displays main rotor or engine revolution.

Sub_Home Screen

Displays Battery voltage, Max. revolution, Engine runtime, etc.

LED Display Mode

Selects the display mode for the LED on the gyro sensor.

Operation Mode

Sets the operating mode of the GY701 (Gyro, Governor, or both).

Warning Display

Governor Warning Display

Indicates governor warnings like low battery.

Input Error

Shows no rudder or throttle signal input.

Sensor Error

Indicates the gyro sensor is not working correctly.

Edit Screen

Edit Screen Navigation

Explains how to navigate and change settings in the edit menus.

Gyro Basic Setting

Start Display

Scans through editing menus by pushing mode keys.

Servo Type Selection

Selects the servo type for the rudder.

Gyro Direction

Sets the operation direction of the gyro.

Limit Setting

Adjusts the maximum servo throw for the rudder.

Flight Mode

Selects the flight style (F3C or 3D).

Gyro Sensor Installation

Installing the Gyro Sensor

Guidelines for properly mounting the gyro sensor.

Tail Rotor Servo Installation and Setup

Tail Rotor Servo Setup

Steps for installing and configuring the tail rotor servo.

Flight Procedures and Tuning

Before Flight Checklist

Essential checks before attempting flight.

Adjustments During the Test Flight

Fine-tuning parameters during initial test flights.

Using Normal Mode

Configuration and use of the Normal (Rate) gyro mode.

Setting the Gain

Procedures for setting gyro gain values for different flight modes.

Governor Basic Setting

Start Display

Scans through editing menus by pushing mode keys.

Revolution Setting

Sets the main rotor revolution for the governor.

Gear Ratio

Input the main rotor gear ratio for governor calculations.

Servo Selection

Selects the throttle servo type for optimal response.

Stick Switch

Activates governor via throttle stick position.

Governor On/Off Switch

Selects the switch for activating the governor.

Battery Failsafe Setting

Configures governor behavior during low battery conditions.

Servo Limit Point Setting

Sets the throttle servo maximum through.

Revolution Sensor Testing

Tests the output level of the revolution sensor.

Mounting the Magnet and Sensor

Cooling Fan Modification

Modifying the cooling fan for magnet installation.

Sensor Mounting

Methods for mounting the governor sensor.

Sensor Adjustment

Adjusting sensor position for optimal output.

Fuselage Setting Precautions

Throttle Servo Linkage Precautions

Precautions for throttle servo linkage for governor use.

Fuselage Vibration Countermeasures

Addresses vibrations affecting governor performance.

Governor Operation

Governor Operation

Explanation of how the governor stabilizes engine speed.

Condition of the Governor to be On

Requirements for the governor to activate.

Governor Speed Setting

Governor Speed Setting

Procedures for setting desired engine speeds for the governor.

Speed Setting Precautions

Precautions for setting speed channels and maximum limits.

S.BUS Basic Setting

S.Bus Connection Setting

Configuration for S.Bus connection and channel assignments.

S.Bus Setting: Rudder Channel

Assigns the rudder channel for S.Bus connection.

S.Bus Setting: Gyro Gain

Assigns the gyro gain channel for S.Bus connection.

S.Bus Setting: Throttle Channel

Assigns the throttle channel for S.Bus connection.

S.Bus Setting: RPM Channel

Assigns the RPM channel for S.Bus connection.

S.Bus Setting: GOV. On/Off Channel

Assigns the governor on/off channel for S.Bus.

S.Bus Setting: Pitch Channel

Assigns the pitch channel for S.Bus connection.

Gyro Expert Setting

Gyro Basic Gain

Sets the fundamental gain for the gyro.

Rudder Exponential

Sets the control feeling of the rudder.

Pirouette Speed

Adjusts the pirouette speed by rudder control.

F/F Mixing

Selects F/F (Feed Forward) mixing active.

Pitch Zero Setting

Sets the minimum pitch point of GY701.

Governor Expert Setting

Governor Working Mode

Selects governor mode (Governor or Revolution Limit).

Operation Response

Selects governor operation response based on engine type.

Governor Gain

Sets the governor working gain.

Throttle Data Mode

Selects throttle input operation (Optimize, Fixed, Tx.Curve).

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