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JR XG 14 User Manual

JR XG 14
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Data : XG14_manu_H1H4 Date : 20130523
Operation Manual
Operation Manual
Prior to use, please read this manual thoroughly.
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The contents and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Table of Contents

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JR XG 14 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels14
ModelXG 14
BrandJR
ModulationDMSS
RF Power100 mW
DisplayLCD
TelemetryYes
Model Memory30

Summary

Introduction

▋Greetings

Thank you for choosing this JR product. Read this manual thoroughly for full use and safe enjoyment.

▋Features

Highlights the multi-function 14-channel transmitter and its advanced capabilities for various aircraft.

▋Specifications of the Transmitter

Details technical specifications for the transmitter, including part number, RF, modulation, and power source.

▋Specifications of the AC adapter

Details technical specifications for the AC adapter, including part number, input voltage, and output voltage.

▋General Safety Precautions

Important precautions to observe regarding possible danger from improper handling of the product.

▋Basic Precautions for Safe Use of the 2.4GHz System

Discusses potential interference and safety measures when using the 2.4GHz frequency band.

▋Indications and Symbols Related to Safety

Explains symbols used in the manual to indicate potential dangers and safety instructions.

▋How to Handle

Provides instructions on initial setup, connection, and basic operation before starting to use the product.

Preparation

▋Switch Identification Stickers

Instructions on how to affix stickers for identifying switches based on model type.

▋Stick Length Adjustment

Guide on adjusting the length of the control sticks for user comfort.

▋Neck Strap Attachment

Information on attaching a neck strap for convenient carrying during long flights.

▋Inserting and Removing the SD Card

Procedure for inserting and removing SD cards, including compatibility and formatting requirements.

▋Inserting and Removing the transmitter battery

Step-by-step guide for installing and removing the rechargeable transmitter battery.

▋Charging the Transmitter Battery

Detailed instructions on how to charge the transmitter battery safely and correctly.

▋Notes on stick tension spring adjustment and the throttle stroke travel adjustment plate

Details on adjusting stick tension and the throttle stroke adjustment plate for personalized control feel.

▋Throttle stroke travel adjustment

Instructions on how to add or remove the throttle stroke adjustment plate and recalibrate.

▋Handling of the Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries used for the Receiver

Guidance on handling and maintaining rechargeable Ni-MH batteries for the receiver.

▋Receiver Connections

Explains how to connect servos and power supply to the receiver, including XBus system.

▋Connection list to Receiver

Table detailing channel assignments for Receiver connections for Helicopter, Airplane, and Glider models.

▋Using the transmitter and receiver. Receiver mounting location.

Guidance on optimal receiver antenna placement for best transmission to the transmitter.

▋2.4GHz Antenna Considerations

Discusses directionality of 2.4GHz radio waves and how antenna orientation affects receiving sensitivity.

▋Remote Antenna installation

Recommendations for locating the remote antenna away from potential interference sources.

▋Binding Procedure (pairing the transmitter and receiver)

Step-by-step guide for binding the transmitter and receiver to establish communication.

▋Range Check

Procedure to test transmitter performance by simulating long-distance range testing.

Functions Common to All Models

▋Names of Each Transmitter Control

Identifies transmitter controls and their functions, varying by model type.

▋Helicopter Type

Details specific control names and positions for the Helicopter model type.

▋Airplane Type

Details specific control names and positions for the Airplane model type.

▋Glider Type

Details specific control names and positions for the Glider model type.

▋Names and Functions of the Input Keys

Explains the function of input keys (Dial, ENTER, LIST, CLEAR, FUNCTION) for navigating and operating the transmitter.

▋Initial INFO Screen

Explains the initial information displayed on the transmitter screen, including model details and timers.

▋My List Screen

Describes the customizable 'My List' screen for quick access to frequently used functions.

▋Navigation during Model Setting

Guides through the process of entering basic initial information when creating or changing a model type.

▋FLIGHT MODE

Explains the Flight Mode function for switching aircraft settings and characteristics using a switch.

▋Helicopter flight mode

Lists and explains the available flight modes for helicopters (NORMAL, STUNT, HOLD).

▋Airplane flight mode

Lists the available flight modes for airplanes (FMOD-0 to FMOD-4).

▋Glider flight mode

Lists the available flight modes for gliders (SPEED, CRUISE, THERMAL, LAND, LAUNCH, etc.).

▋Example List of the items which can be selected on each flight mode

Provides examples of functions that can be modified within each flight mode, such as digital trims.

Function List

▋DUAL-RATE & EXPONENTIAL【D/R&EXP】

Function to switch control surface angles and curves using Dual Rate switches and exponential settings.

▋Travel adjust【TRAVEL ADJUST】

Allows independent adjustment of servo movement for each channel, with a range of 0-150%.

▋Limit Adjust【LIMIT ADJUST】

Sets limit values for servo movement to prevent excessive angle and force on linkages.

▋Sub Trim【SUB TRIM】

Allows fine adjustment of servo horn mounting angle for precise servo horn alignment.

▋Reverse Switch【REVERSE SW】

Reverses the servo operating direction (pulse change direction) for each channel.

▋Servo Speed【SERVO SPEED 】

Slows down servo operation speed independently for each channel, acting as a speed limiter.

▋Throttle Curve【THRO CURVE】

Adjusts throttle servo operation with up to 7 points, including EXPO for smooth connection.

▋Pitch Curve【PITCH CURVE】

Adjusts pitch servo operation with up to 7 points, including EXPO for smooth connection.

▋Tail Curve【TAIL CURVE】

Sets mixing between pitch and tail servo for revolution mixing and stunt position adjustments.

▋Throttle hold【THRO HOLD】

Holds throttle servo at low position for autorotation landings, with options for engine cut or fixed position.

▋Gyro Sensitivity【GYRO SENS】

Controls gyro sensitivity using GEAR and AUX channels, supporting 3-axis gyros.

▋Governor【GOVERNOR】

Maintains rotor rotation speed at a uniform value, setting rotation speed for stable flight.

▋Swash Mixing【SWASH MIX】

Sets swash plate and servo mixing for coordinated helicopter control, supporting 7 swash types.

▋Throttle trim【THRO TRIM】

Sets throttle trim movement and includes throttle cut function for engine control.

▋Throttle Mixing【MIX → THRO】

Corrects rotor rotation speed reduction due to loading by mixing aileron, elevator, or rudder to throttle.

▋Flight Mode Delay【FLIGHT MODE DELAY】

Sets a delay time for servo movement when switching Flight Modes to prevent jerky reactions.

▋FLAP SYSTEM【FLAP SYSTEM】

Controls flaps in three stages using a switch, with delay and elevator mixing options.

▋SNAP ROLL【SNAP ROLL】

Function for executing Snap Rolls, with four preset types and stick-activated options.

▋Differential【DIFFERENTIAL】

Corrects aircraft yaw by adjusting down-going aileron less than up-going aileron.

▋Aileron to Rudder Mixing【AILE → RUDD MIX】

Allows smooth coordinated turns for scale aircraft by mixing aileron operation with rudder.

▋Aileron to Flap Mixing【AILE → FLAP MIX】

Mixes aileron operation to flaps to minimize air resistance and speed up roll rate.

▋Elevator to Flap Mixing【ELEV → FLAP MIX】

Mixes elevator operation to flaps for 'air combat flaps' or snap flaps.

▋Rudder to Aileron /Elevator Mixing【RUDD → AILE/ELEV MIX】

Mixes rudder operation to ailerons and elevators, convenient for removing biases in knife-edge flight.

▋Balance【BALANCE】

Corrects individual servo characteristics to equalize travel, useful for multiple servos per control surface.

▋Flap Rate【FLAP RATE】

Sets maximum up and down movement of flap control surfaces independently in each Flight Mode.

▋Motor System【MOTOR SYSTEM】

Switches motor off (HOLD) or runs it smoothly using flight mode positions or delay function.

▋Camber sytem【CAMBER SYSTEM】

Sets full span ailerons or flaps for changing wing type, affecting descent rate and drag.

▋Brake system【BRAKE SYSTEM】

Creates air brakes using spoilers, ailerons, and flaps, also known as Butterfly or Crow mixing.

▋Flaperon Mixing【FLAPERON MIX】

Allows setting of Flaperon mixing, mixing ailerons to flaps or flaps to ailerons/elevators.

▋Elevator to Camber Mixing【ELEV → CAMB MIX】

Applies mixing to main wing camber based on elevator operation for wing root flaps and tip flaperons.

▋Rudder to Spoiler Mixing【RUDD → SPOI MIX】

Emulates rudder operation using spoilers for aircraft with dual spoilers, acting as drag rudder.

▋Program Mixing【PROGRAM MIX 1-6】

Provides six programmable mixing systems for creating custom mixes, either normal or curve mixing.

▋MIXING MONITOR【MIX MONITOR】

Lists and confirms mixing conditions and basic settings, helping to discover unintentional setting mistakes.

▋SERVO MONITOR【MONITOR】

Simulates servo operation to confirm output signals, useful for discovering mixing and switch setting mistakes.

System List

▋MODEL SELECT【MODEL SELECT】

Allows starting new model setup or switching between existing models, with up to 30 models storable.

▋MODEL COPY & ERASE【MODEL COPY/ERASE】

Enables copying and erasing of model data between transmitter memory, SD card, or other JR transmitters.

▋Model Type Select【TYPE SELECT】

Allows selection of model type (Helicopter, Airplane, Glider) and automatically starts setup wizard when creating a new model.

▋Model Name【MODEL NAME】

Allows inputting and modification of each model name, with a maximum of 8 characters.

▋Flight Mode Name【FLIGHT MODE NAME】

Enables changing names for Flight Modes, with options for long (6 characters) and short (4 characters) names.

▋Trim System【TRIM SYSTEM】

Allows changing settings related to Trims, including resolution, type, and flight mode specific adjustments.

▋Stick Position Switch【STICK POSITION SW】

Allows switching (ON/OFF) of virtual switches using stick operation for various functions.

▋Trim input Switch【TRIM INPUT SWITCH】

Allows adjustment of mixing values or gyro sensitivity using a chosen trim lever for fine-tuning.

▋Stick Alert【STICK ALERT】

Sounds an alert when the Throttle Stick reaches a certain position for confirming hover or zero pitch.

▋Warning【WARNING】

Triggers an alert if throttle stick or flight mode switches are set to dangerous positions when the transmitter is switched on.

▋Transmitter Setting【TX SETTING】

Allows basic adjustment of transmitter settings like LCD display mode, sound mode, and stick calibration.

▋Trainer【TRAINER】aka: Buddy Box in the USA

Allows dual control flight instruction by connecting two transmitters via a Trainer cable.

▋Bind and Range Check【BIND&RANGE】

Allows binding (pairing) with receiver and reducing transmitter power for range checks.

▋Telemetry System【TELEMETRY】

Confirms telemetry sensor data like receiver voltage, altitude, and RPM, with alarms for monitoring.

▋All Servos Hold【ALL SERVOS HOLD】

Holds all servos in their current positions, typically during radio adjustments.

▋Device Select【DEVICE SELECT】

Sets various flight modes, defines switch functions, and makes channel output assignments.

▋Wing Type【WING TYPE】

Sets wing type, including dual ailerons, dual flaps, dual elevators, dual rudders, and V-tail wings.

▋Fail safe【FAIL SAFE】

Sets predefined servo positions for loss of RF signal to prevent aircraft damage.

▋Throttle Stick Direction【THRO (SPOI) STICK DIRECTION】

Reverses throttle or spoiler stick direction without changing output signal value.

▋Stick Mode【STICK MODE】

Changes the stick mode between Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3, and Mode 4 for personalized control.

▋XBus Function【X.BUS】

Utilizes X-Bus serial data system for communication with X-Bus products like servos.

Data Sheet

▋XG14 DATA SHEET / HELI

Provides a data sheet summarizing settings and parameters for Helicopter models.

▋XG14 DATA SHEET / ACRO

Provides a data sheet summarizing settings and parameters for Airplane (Acro) models.

▋XG14 DATA SHEET / GLID

Provides a data sheet summarizing settings and parameters for Glider models.

When Required...

▋Software Error Screens

Details error messages displayed due to transmitter software issues and provides troubleshooting responses.

▋Repair and After Sales Service

Information on warranty, repair services, and important cautions regarding product use and copyright.

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