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Skookum SK720 User Manual

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The SK-720 replaces the tail gyro, mechanical flybar, and
receiver on your R/C Helicopter. Other features include flight
logging with playback, optional-self leveling, and more to come!
This unit is ideal for pilots from beginner to 3D expert.
Go flybarless!
SK720
Flybarless
System
User Manual and Setup Guide
©2010 Skookum Robotics, Ltd 2
Rev 1.00
SK720 User Manual & Setup Guide
Table of Contents
1 Introduction ...........................................................................3
2 Package Contents.................................................................4
3 Getting Started......................................................................5
4 Safety .....................................................................................6
5 Setup Overview.....................................................................7
6 Mounting the Gyro................................................................9
7 Helicopter Airframe Setup .................................................11
8 Connections ........................................................................13
9 Modes, Indicators, and Power-Up.....................................16
10 Installing the Windows Setup Software ...........................17
11 Gyro Setup Using the USB Interface ................................21
12 How to Check Cyclic Pitch & Phasing..............................29
13 After Setup: Final Check!...................................................31
14 Flight with the SK720 Gyro ................................................32
15 Using the Self-Leveling / Bailout option...........................33
16 Basic Tuning .......................................................................35
17 Advanced Tuning for 3D Pilots .........................................36
18 Replaying Flight Recorder Logs in the 3D Viewer ..........39
19 Setup Software & Advanced Features Guide ..................41
20 Trouble Shooting Guide.....................................................51
Appendix A: Specifications ......................................................54
Appendix B: Firmware Upgrades .............................................55
Appendix C: Warranty and Technical Support .......................56

Questions and Answers:

Skookum SK720 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSkookum
ModelSK720
CategoryToy
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 Introduction

3 Getting Started

4 Safety

2 Package Contents

5 Setup Overview

6 Mounting the Gyro

7 Helicopter Airframe Setup

Main Rotor Blades

Recommended rotor blade types and balancing for optimal performance and tuning.

Servos

Guidance on selecting and setting up servos for high performance and proper movement.

8 Connections

Satellite Receivers

Instructions for connecting and binding satellite receivers to the SK720 unit.

9 Modes, Indicators, and Power-Up

LED Indicators and Modes

Explanation of LED states indicating setup, flight, or error modes for the SK720.

10 Installing the Windows Setup Software

11 Gyro Setup Using the USB Interface

Step 1: Connecting

Initial steps to connect the SK720 to a PC and start the setup software.

Step 2: Match the Gyro to Your Transmitter

Matching the gyro's control inputs to the transmitter's directions and endpoints.

12 How to Check Cyclic Pitch & Phasing

13 After Setup: Final Check!

14 Flight with the SK720 Gyro

15 Using the Self-Leveling / Bailout option

16 Basic Tuning

17 Advanced Tuning for 3D Pilots

18 Replaying Flight Recorder Logs in the 3D Viewer

19 Setup Software & Advanced Features Guide

Menu Bar

Overview of the SK720 setup software's menu bar features and functions.

20 Trouble Shooting Guide

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: Firmware Upgrades

Appendix C: Warranty and Technical Support