JR Vigor CS User Manual

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
CCPM/SHAFT DRIVE
www.vigorpilot.com
Designed by Curtis Youngblood in
conjunction with JR Engineers
VIGOR CS SPECIFICATIONS
Overall Length 56.25"
Overall Height 18"
Main Rotor Blade Length 680 – 720 mm
(Main rotor blades not included)
Tail Rotor Diameter 10.34"
Gear Ratio 9.33:1:4.83
Gross Weight 10.2–10.5 lb
JRP9051.46
Revised 7/2001
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JR Vigor CS Specifications

General

Brand	JR
Model	Vigor CS
Category	Toy
Language	English

Summary

Introduction and Safety Information

WARNING

Crucial safety information regarding the R/C helicopter kit's potential hazards.

AMA INFORMATION

Encouragement to join the Academy of Model Aeronautics for pilot services.

PREASSEMBLY INFORMATION

Guidance on organizing parts and preparing for assembly.

Vigor CS Features and Requirements

Vigor CS Features Overview

Highlights the key design and performance aspects of the Vigor CS helicopter.

Radio System Requirements

Specifies the minimum R/C helicopter system requirements for operation.

Radio System Preparation

Transmitter Preparation

Steps for preparing the radio transmitter before use.

Receiver Flight Pack Preparation

Steps for preparing the receiver and flight pack.

Servo Horn Installation Suggestions

Guidance on positioning and trimming servo horns for optimal performance.

Understanding CCPM Control Systems

120/140 3-SERVO CCPM SWASHPLATE MIXING

Explanation of the 3-servo CCPM system and swashplate mixing.

How JR 120/140 CCPM Works

1. Collective Control Inputs

Details servo movement during collective pitch inputs.

2. Elevator (Pitch) Control Inputs

Describes servo actions for elevator (pitch) control.

3. Aileron (Roll) Control Inputs

Explains servo movements for aileron (roll) control.

CCPM Programming Dos and Don'ts

A. Travel Adjustments for Synchronization

Crucial settings for travel adjustment to ensure servo synchronization.

B. Servo Reversing for Synchronization

Importance of correct servo reversing for CCPM function synchronization.

CCPM Programming Dos and Don'ts (Continued)

C. CCPM Servo Connections

Correct connection of servos for CCPM operation.

CCPM Software Activation and Initial Adjustment

Radio System Requirements for CCPM

Lists required R/C helicopter system capabilities for CCPM.

CCPM-Ready JR Radio Systems Identification

Identifies JR radio systems compatible with CCPM.

JR 8103/10X Datasafe Programming Upload

Instructions for uploading refined programming using JR Datasafe.

JR 8103 Systems: CCPM Software Activation

Manual Program Input for JR 8103

Procedure for activating CCPM on JR 8103 systems.

CCPM Settings and Adjustments

CCPM Settings Configuration

Adjusting CCPM settings for aileron, elevator, and pitch.

Servo Reversing for CCPM

Reversing servo channels for proper CCPM function.

Travel Adjustment for CCPM Servos

Setting travel values for servos based on type.

JR 10 Series Systems: CCPM Software Activation

Manual Program Input for JR 10 Series

Procedure for CCPM activation on JR 10 series systems.

7-2 CCPM Servo Centering and Sub-Trim

XP8103 Systems Sub-Trim Adjustment

Using sub-trim to center servos on XP8103 systems.

JR PCM10/10S Systems Sub-Trim Adjustment

Sub-trim adjustment for JR PCM10/10S/10SX/10SXII/10X systems.

Final Servo Adjustment and Radio Setup

Pitch Curve Settings

Guidelines for setting pitch curves for various flight modes.

Final Servo Adjustment and Radio Setup (Continued)

Throttle Curve Settings

Examples of throttle curve settings for different flight conditions.

Revolution Mixing Adjustment

Adjusting revolution mixing for engine torque compensation.

Gyro Gain Adjustment and Direction

Setting gyro gain for optimal tail rotor control and stability.

8-3 Body Attachment & Final Fitting

Canopy Preparation and Painting

Steps for preparing and painting the helicopter canopy.

Final Preflight Check

Rotor Rotation Direction Verification

Verifying the rotation direction of the main and tail rotors.

Blade Tracking Adjustment Procedure

Procedure for adjusting blade tracking for stable flight.

Blade Tracking Identification Methods

Methods to identify correct and incorrect blade tracking.