This equipment has been tested in accordance with the requirements contained in the appropriate Commission regulations. To the best of our knowledge, these tests were performed using measurement procedures consistent with industry or Commission standards and demonstrate that the equipment complies with the appropriate standards. Each unit manufactured, imported or marketed, as defined in the Commissions regulations, will comform to the sample(s) tested within the variations that can be expected due to quality production and testing on a statistical basis. We further certify that the necessary measurments were made by Kansai Electronic Industry Development Center, Ikoma Emission Measrement Station, 10830, TakayamaCho, Ikoma-City, Nara, 630-01 Japan.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION I

INTRODUCTION
RD6000 Super Radio Control System RD6000 Super Transmitter/Receiver Specifications Academy of Model Aeronautics Initial Preparation RD6000 Super Transmitter Features NiCd Battery Charging Airborne System Connections Airborne Components Connectors Audio Low Voltage Alarm Transmitter Battery Removal Control Stick Length Adjustment Throttle High Warning Transmitter Stick Tension Adjustment Trainer System Using the RD6000 Super Micro-Processor Aero Features Description Heli Features Description

SECTION II

AIRPLANE
Elev-Flap Mixing Rud-Aileron Mixing Rud-Elevator Mixing Flap-Elevator Mixing Spoiron Aileron Differential Landing Differential Crow Left Aileron Crow Right Aileron Option Menu Screen Trim Step Fail Safe (PCM Only) B-F-S (Battery Fail Safe)PCM Only Basic ON / OFF
Implementation of Control Function Servo Reversing Control Centering Data Reset Model Selection Stop Watch Integral Timer Model Naming Exponential Modulation Data Copy Switch Reverse Click Throttle Cut RD6000 Sport Users Manual- Aircraft Aircraft Menu Structure Programming for Aircraft (Model Type) Dual Rate End Point Adjustments Landing Gear End Points Trim Memory Flaperons Alarms Delta (Elevons) Aileron to Rudder Mix V-Tail (Rudder to Elevator Mix) Throttle to Elevator Mix Compensation Mixers (C-Mix)

SECTION IV

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HELICOPTER

RD6000 Super User Manual - Helicopter Airborne System Connections Helicopter Menu Structure Programming for Helicopter (Type) Pitch Curves Throttle Curves Revolution Mixing Gyro Adjustment Trim Memory Exponential Dual Rate Dynamic Trim Memory (DTM) Changing Flight Mode 1 and 2 Switch Locations Implementation of Control Function Servo Reversing Control Centering Data Reset Model Selection Stop Watch Integral Timer Model Naming Exponential Modulation Data Copy Switch Reverse Click Throttle Cut End Point Adjustment Trim Memory Alarms ( Throttle High and Flight Mode Only) Compensation Mixers (C-Mix) Option Menu Trim Step Fail Safe (PCM Only) B-F-S (Battery Fail Safe) PCM Only Basic ON / OFF Swash Plate Type (CCPM)

APPEND I

RD6000 Super Aircraft and Helicopter Setup pages
RD6000 SPORT RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM
Thank you for selecting the Airtronics RD6000 Super Radio System. In designing the RD6000 Super we have made every effort to provide you with a radio that will allow you to extract the maximum performance from your powered aircraft, sailplane, or helicopter, while at the same time simplifying the task of setting up and adjusting your model. These instructions are written in great detail to help you understand what all of you RD6000 Super capabilities are. Because of the many features of the RD6000 Super, this manual is quite long. Dont be intimidated! To actually use the system, you may only need to read the INTRODUCTION section, the Common Functions section, and study the section that applies to your type of aircraft. Each type of aircraft, i.e., fixed wing and helicopter has its own self-contained section describing each applicable feature and its implementation. However, helicopter flyers may find it advantages to read all sections of the manual to become more acquainted with the operation of the RD6000 Super unit. Note that the labels for fixed wing switch functions are in red letters and helicopter switch functions are in white letters. Again, we appreciate your selection of an Airtronics Radio Control System and wish you many hours of flying enjoyment. RD6000 Transmitter Specifications: Transmitter Type: Dimensions: Weight: Power Output: Frequencies: Modulation: Power Supply: Current Drain: Temperature Range: Pulse Width: Model Memory: 6 Channel, Dual Stick with propriety Microprocessor. W: 7.5 X H: 8.0 X D: 2.lb. 11 oz 600 mWatts 72 MHz PPM/FM or PPM/FM Reverce 9.6 Volt, 700 mAh NiCd 180 MA 0 to160 degrees F 1.5 ms (nominal) 8
RD6000 Sport Receiver Specifications: Receiver Type: Receiver Sensitivity: Dimensions: Weight: Receiver Power Supply: 92777Z PPM/FM 7 Channel, Super Narrow Band with Universal Z Connectors 1.5 microvolts L: 2.25, W: 0.6, H: 0.82 1.2 ounces Four Cell, 4.8 Volt, 700 mAh NiCd

The following additional receivers are compatable if part number 99399Z Adaptor is used. 92745 PPM/FM 4 Channel, Micro Super Narrow Band Receiver 92765 PPM/FM 6 Channel, Super Narrow Band Receiver
ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie, Indiana 47302
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is a national organization representing modelers in the United States. We urge you to examine the benefits of membership, including liability protection in the event of certain injuries. The Academy has adopted simple and sane rules which are especially pertinent for radio controlled flight as the OFFICIAL AMA NATIONAL MODEL AIRCRAFT SAFETY CODE, which we have partially reprinted below: I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, airshows or model flying demonstrations until it has been proven to be airworthy by having been previously, successfully flight tested. I will not fly my model higher than approximately 400 feet within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator. I will give the right-of-way and avoid flying in the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary, an observer shall be utilized to supervise flying to avoid having models fly in the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the flying site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fly my models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner. I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground range check before the first flight of a new or repaired model. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a qualified flyer, unless assisted by and experienced helper. I will perform my initial turn after take off away from the pit or spectator areas, unless beyond my control. I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission. (See chart below) Only properly licensed amateurs are authorized to operate equipment on amateur band frequencies.
72 MHz BAND by Channel and Channel Frequency 72.010 72.030 72.050 72.070 72.090 72.110 72.130 72.150 72.170 72.30 72.210 72.230 72.250 72.270 72.290 72.310 72.330 72.350 72.370 72.40 72.410 72.430 72.450 72.470 72.490 72.510 72.530 72.550 72.570 72.50 72.610 72.630 72.650 72.670 72.690 72.710 72.730 72.750 72.770 72.60 72.810 72.830 72.850 72.870 72.890 72.910 72.930 72.950 72.970 72.990

INITIAL PREPARATION

PACKAGING: The packaging of your Airtronics RD6000 Super Radio Control System has been especially designed for the safe transportation and storage of the radios components. After unpacking your radio, DO NOT DISCARD THE CONTAINERS! You should set the packaging aside for use if you ever need to send your radio in for service, or to store your radio in case you do not plan to use it for an extended period of time.
RD6000 SUPER TRANSMITTERS FEATURES
The RD6000 Super narrow band PPM/FM computer radio control system is designed for the use by power model, sailplane, and helicopter pilots who demand a quality product. The RD6000 Super is packed with all of the capabilities that the beginner as well as the more advanced modelers demand for all three types of flying. It has the features available to get the most out of any type of model.
Program Features for all types of models (BASIC turned ON)
8 Model Memory Stop Watch Digital Trims Servo Reversing on all channels Dual Rate on Elevator and Aileron channels (Plus Rudder on Helicopter) Large Screen Liquid Display (LCD) End Point Adjustment on all channels Model Type selection Center Adjustment on EL, AL, TH, RU, and P-F Data Reset LCD Transmitter Voltage Meter High Capacity Transmitter/Receiver NiCd Batteries Adjustable Stick Tension and Length Low Battery, High Throttle and Power Alarms
Aircraft Advanced Features (BASIC turned OFF)
All of the features listed under the program with the BASIC turned ON are also included in this Advanced Features section. Expoential Trim Memeoy Trim Authority (STEP) for digital trims Model Naming (3 Letters) Failsafe / Hold (PCM Rx only) Receiver Battery Failsafe (PCM Rx only) Low Battery Alarm Integtal System Timer Data Copy Flaperon Mix Spoiron Mix Elevon Mix V-Tail Mix Throttle Cut Click Aileron Differential Landing Differential Crow Dual Rate Alarm Menu Options Flap to Elevator Mix Throttle to Elevator Mix Rudder to Aileron Mix Aileron to Rudder Mix Rudder to Elevator Mix Elevator to Flap Mix Switch Reverse 2 Comensation Mixers 4 Modulation Modes Delta Mix
Helicoter Features (BASIC)
Stop Watch Servo Reversing Dual Rate Elev, Ail and Rud Servo Centering End Point Adjustment Throttle Curve (5 Point) in all Flight modes Revo Mix (3 Point) in all Flight Modes 4 Flight Modes Gyro Senseativaty Adjustment in all Flight Modes Pitch Curve (5 Point) in all Flight Modes Model Select Model Type Data Reset Bacic ON
Helicopter Features (Advanced) includes Basic
Exponential Fail Safe (PCM Rx Only) Throttle Cut Model Naming (3 Letters) 2 C-Mixers Integral System Timer Trim Step Switch Reversing Data Copy 4 Modulation Modes Click Battery Fail Safe (PCM Rx only) Dynamic Trim Memory Swash Plate Type Basic OFF Option Menu

FEATURES STW (Stopwatch) REV (Reverse) D/R (Dual Rate)
FEATURES T-CUT (Throttle Cut)
DESCRIPTION You can set the point where the throttle can be cut using the throttle cut-off button. Ability to mix a master channel to another slave channel with a CMix Switch. Ability to mix Elevator to Flap.
C-MIX (Compensation Mixing)
EPA (End Point Adjustment) M-SL (Model Select) MOD (Modulation) TYP (Type of Model) INT (Integral Timer)
AI-DIF (Aileron Differential)

RST (Reset) CLK (Click)

OPT (Option Menu) Step (Trim Step)
NAM (Name) SW-R (Switch Reverse)

FAIL (Fail Safe)

V-TAIL (Rudder and Elevator) Used for V-Tail models. D/A-A (Dual Rate Alarm) Alerts you when a Dual Rate switch is on. Options On or Off.
RD6000 Super HELI FEATURES
FEATURES STW (Stopwatch) REV (Reverse) D/R (Dual Rate) CNT (Center) TRM (Trim) EXP (Exponential) EPA (End Point Adjustment) M-SL (Model Select) MOD (Modulation) TYP (Type of Model) INT (Integral Timer) RST (Reset) CLK (Click) NAM (Name) SW-R (Switch Reverse) CPY (Copy) T-CUT (Throttle Cut) DTM (Dynamic Trim Memory) GYR (Gyro) CV-P# (Throttle Curve) CV-P# (Pitch Curve) RV (Revolution Mixing) FAIL (Fail Safe) C-MIX (Compensation Mixing) STEP (Trim Step) B-F-S (Battery Fail Safe) SWH (Cyclic Type) BASIC ( ON/OFF) OPT (Option Menu) DESCRIPTION Used as a stopwatch or to countdown to a preset time. Reverses the servo operating direction. Adjusts servo throw. On Elev, Ail and (Rud in Heli Mode) Changes servo neutral position. The LCD provides an indicator of the value, as well as the direction of the trim. Changes the linear movement of the servo to the relation of the stick movement. Can be set Positive or Negative. Limits the total movement of a servo in each direction. Select models 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. Transmitting Modulation PPM/FM, PPM/Reverse FM, PCM1, PCM2. Model Type Aircraft or Helicopter. Used to show how long the transmitter has been in use. Can be reset to zero. Clears all setup data in any model to factory default settings. A beep sound can be heard every time you press a transmitter key. Options Active or Inoperative. You can use up to 3 characters to name your model. You can reverse to default direction of all control switches. Copy one model to another. You can set the point where the throttle can be cut using the throttle cut off button. Memorizes trims in each flight mode. Gyro sensitivity for each flight mode To setup a curve in all flight modes. To setup a curve in all flight modes. Tail rotor offset mixing You can preset a default control input when aircraft loses its signal from the transmitter. Only works with a PCM receiver. Ability to mix a master channel to another slave channel with a C-MIX switch. Sets the amount of movement a servo will move with one beep of the trim. Will bring the throttle servo to idle when the airborne battery reaches a predetermaned low voltage. Only works with a PCM receiver. 5 Cyclic Options (Normal, CP3F, CP3B, CP4F, CP4B) Basic menu ON or Off Advanced program allows you to turn off or on function displays.

By pressing the INC+/YES or DEC-/NO keys you can vary the value from 0 to + or - 100%. Default is 0% IMPORTANT NOTE: It is desirable to adjust the control linkages as close as possible to the correct center positions, then use the CNT (CENTER) commands to Fine-tune the exact position of the control surface when the transmitter control is in neutral. Using a large amount of electronic centering adjustments will decrease the total throw available for that channel. In particular, centering adjustments greater than + or - 50% will tend to make the extreme stick position on one end less responsive!

RST (DATA RESET)

If you want to UNDO all of your programmed parameters at one time, you can use the RST function. However, be certain that is what you want to do, since this function will reset all settings to the factory default settings. The RST function will only affect the specific model that you have selected. ALL OTHER Models in memory are unaffected by the RST function. Press the END key to select the initial AR 1 screen that indicates the Transmitter NiCd pack battery voltage. Now, press the CH + to access the STW (Stopwatch) screen. This screen allows you to move up and down as well as left and right on the screen in the RD-6000 Super program.
Press the CH + key several times to move across the CH indicator portion of the screen until it reads etc. Now, press the FUNCTION down key three times to move down in the menu until you reach the RST (Data Reset) screen.
To RESET ALL DATA for this model to default settings press the (CH +) key and the screen will flash YES. Now, press the INC +/YES key and the screen will indicate OK! All paramameters on this specific model number have now been reset to default values. Press the END key twice to return to the STW screen.
HOW TO SELECT MODEL SET-UPS: M-SL (Model Select)
The RD6000 Super has built in memory to store four model setups in any combination of model types. To use or modify one of the model setups you first must select M-SL in the etc menu. Assume that you want to select a second model. To do so, press the END key to bring up the initial screen that indicates transmitter voltage and model number.

As an example, to set Exponential for elevator, access EL in the Channel area by using the (CH+) key.
Now press the FUNCTION down key to select the EXP display for the Elevator Channel as shown below.
This screen tells you the present Exponential status of the elevator channel and when a Dual Rate Exponential switch is set to ON position, the Exponential setting for that control function. The possibilble range for Exponential settings is from -100% to +100%. Note that 0% is linear. A negative value will speed up the response and it will make the stick movement more sensitive around the neutral position. To set an EXponential rate in this example, turn the Dual Rate switch for Elevator to the ON upward position. Note that the display changed to Exponential #2. You can set the value for the Elevator channel Exponential. Press the INC+/Yes key to set a positive value of Exponential function as indicated below.
In the above example we set Exponential #2 to be 20% of the maximum for the Elevator channel. This is a good starting point for determining the suitability of Exponential throw for you aircraft and flying style. You can actually have two different Exponential settings if you desired. One for switch position #1 and another for switch position #2. However when you first start using Exponential throw, it is usually best to leave the switch #1 position at 0% which is linear throw. In general, large amounts of Exponential are useful only in instances where very large control surface deflection is required at extreme throw, while very small amounts of control response are necessary for smaller control stick inputs. One example of models for which large Exponential settings may be useful is the highly maneuverable Competition FUN FLY style models. For most sport and aerobatic models, an Exponential setting from +10% to +25% will give the desired softness around neutral. CAUTION: Proceed with care when setting Exponential functions to ensure that you will have adequate control deflection available in any possible switch position. Setting Exponential to a very high or 100% setting will require very large stick movements to achieve small control responses. Always make sure that you are aware of the present status of any rate assignments that you have selected! For the most flexibility in setting up an aircraft model to your liking, study the available options for Dual Rates, End Point Adjustments, and Exponential. The combinations possible when using these options allows for several possible set-ups. The Exponential for the Aileron Channel is set in the same manner as done for the Elevator. The AI D/R switch located above the right stick assembly is then used when setting the Exponential Throw.

MOD (MODULATION)

An extremely versatile feature of the RD6000 Super transmitter is the capability to select 4 different types of modulation. These are PPM/FM for standard FM receivers and PM/FM-Reverse for other brand receivers, PCM1 and PCM2 for Airtronics PCM Receivers. To access the Modulation screen, press either the (CH ) or (CH +) key to select the etc screen.

Next, press the FUNCTION down key to select the MOD (modulation) screen. It will show PP indicating the present selection is PPM/FM.
If you want to change the Modulation, press the INC +/YES key and the presentation will change to the following screen. Note that the small Modulation Indicator on the right side of the screen will also show the present modulation selection when it is changed, except when you select PPM/FM Reverse.
Press both the INC +/YES and DEC -/NO keys simultaneously to return to the default PP (PPM/FM) modulation. Press the END key to return to the STW screen.

CPY (DATA COPY)

A valuable feature of the RD6000 Super is the Data Copy Function. With this function the entire set of control parameters for one aircraft can be copied from one model set-up into another. (For instance, if you have your aircraft program in Model #1 and nothing in Model #3, you can copy the Model #1 program into Model #3 with the copy function. Having copied your control set-up, you can now use MSL (Model Select) to access the Model #3 program and then make control changes to that set-up. This allows you to experiment with different control options without changing your original parameters (in this example Model #1).
To use the CPY (copy) function, select etc on the Channel indicator using either the (CH ) or (CH +) key. (note that you must be on the STW screen to move horizontally across the screen to etc).
Press the FUNCTION down key to select the CPY (copy) Function.
For this example, assume you want to copy the set-up of Model #1 (which you selected), to Model #3. The first number on the screen indicates the model number of the model you are copying. The second number indicates the destination of the model being copied. Press the INC +/YES key to change the destination for the copy to indicate Model #3. Note that one of the small triangles is blinking which indicates there is another screen associated with this function.
On the previous screen, the destination has been set to Model #3. MAKE CERTAIN that this model setup is not one you wish to save, because when you copy the Model #1 set-up into Model #3, all data that was in Model #3 is replaced with the Model #1 data! At this point Model #3 data is still intact, so if you wish to change the destination for the copied data, do so before proceeding. Having selected both the data source (Model #1) and the desired destination (in this example Model #3), you can now proceed to confirm the copy function. Press the CH + > key to access the next screen as shown below. The YES will be blinking.
Press the INC +/YES key to confirm your data copy function. The screen will change to the following screen to inform you that the process has been completed, and that Model #1 and Model #3 now have the same data, (in this example Model #1).

Note that you must set the value for UP and Down landing gear by use of the INC +/YES and DEC -/NO keys. Activate the Landing Gear toggle switch located on the upper left top of the transmitter when setting the values for the Landing Gear. You can vary each one from 0% to 150%. The default values for Landing Gear are 125% and +125%. To restore the landing gear channel to the default values, press the INC and DEC keys simultaneously.
TRM (TRIM MEMORY) The RD6000 Super offers the Trim Memory Function on all four of the flight control channels. Trim Memory for Elevator, Aileron, Throttle, and Rudder is input by the Digital Trim keys set when you use the INC +/YES or DEC -/NO keys to input trim. Any trim that you set while your model is in flight by use of the Digital Trim keys will automatically be stored in memory for that specific channel and model. The Trim value in % that you set during flight is shown on the TRM screen for each Channel. In addition, there are bar graph indicators on the screen at all times that visually show how much trim has been set for Elevator, Aileron, Throttle and Rudder channels.

FLAPE (FLAPERONS)

The Flaperon function can be used to just obtain two separate aileron channels with a servo in each wing. It can also be used so that the strip ailerons act as flaps and deploy in a downward direction to create both lift and drag. In the following example, the ailerons will be programmed to act as flaps that are controlled by the Flap/FL-EL switch. Press the (CH ) or the (CH+) key to select etc on the CHannel indicator.
Next, press the FUNCTION down key several times to see the following screen.
Now, press the INC +/YES or the DEC -/NO key to set the FLAPE function to ACTive. The aileron stick will now operate two servos on receiver channels #2 and #6. Press the END key to return to the STW screen at the top of the menu.
Press the (CH ) key to select p-f on the CHannel indicator.
Use the FUNCTION down key to scroll down to FLAP EPA (endpoint adjust). Note that the default setting is 100%. Range of adjustment is from -150% to +150%. Press either the INC +/YES or the DEC -/NO key to change the value an/or polarity of the function. The FLAP/FL-EL switch located on the top-right of the transmitter activates the Flaperons. To disable the Flap switch, set the Flap EPA at 0%. Note that if the ailerons go up when the Flap switch is activated, change the polarity of the programmed value. Use the FLAP TRM (trim) function to fine tune flap operation.
ALARMS D/R-A(DUAL RATE ALARM) THROTTLE STICK HIGH

SECTION IV RD6000 Super USERS MANUAL - HELICOPTER
Liquid Crystal Display Digital Hover Pitch INC / DEC
Digital Hover Throttle INC / DEC C-Mix 1 C-Mix 2 Trainer Switch Throttle Cut Switch Throttle (U/D Rudder (L/R) Elevator (U/D) Aileron (L/R)
Panel Input Keys Flight Mode Selector
Flight Mode 3 Flight Mode N,1,2 (See Page 60 to change F.M. switch locations) (See Page 60 to change F.M. switch locations)
92777 Receiver Channel Assignments Receiver Plug Number 7/B Plug in Servo For: Elevator (F/A) Cyclic Aileron (L/R) Cyclic Throttle Rudder (Tail Rotor) Gyro Collective Pitch Battery
HELICOPTER BASIC MENU STRUCTURE

EL STW REV D/R CNT EPA

AL STW REV D/R CNT EPA
TH STW REV CNT EPA CV-PH CV-P3 CV-P2 CV-P1 CV-PL
RU STW REV D/R CNT EPA RV.H RV.M RV.L

G STW REV GYR

P/F STW REV CNT EPA CV-PH CV-P3 CV-P2 CV-P1 CV-PL
etc STW M-SL TYP RST BASIC ON
HELICOPTER ADVANCED MENU STRUCTURE
(Rx Channel) CH EL STW TRM REV D/R EXP CNT EPA FAIL AL STW TRM REV D/R EXP CNT EPA FAIL TH STW TRM REV CNT EPA CV-PH CV-P3 CV-P2 CV-P1 CV-PL T-CUT FAIL RU STW TRM REV D/R EXP CNT EPA RV-H RV-M RV-L FAIL G STW REV GYR FAIL P/F STW REV CNT EPA CV-PH CV-P3 CV-P2 CV-P1 CV-PL FAIL etc STW M-SL NAM MAS 1 SLV 1 E>E 1 MAS 2 SLV 2 E>E 2 STW set INT set STEP TYP SW-R CPY RST MOD CLK B-F-S DTM SWH BASIC OFF OPT
NOTE: Use the (CH-) and (CH+) keys to move horizontally within the same function. Use the FUNCTION UP and FUNCTION DOWN keys to move vertically within the menu. The small trianges to the left of the function that shows on the LCD screen indicates the direction that you can move horizontally and vertically in the menu. Use the four center buttons in the function panel to navagate throught the menus. (UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT)
PROGRAMMING FOR HELICOPTER
INITIAL SET-UP OF TYP (MODEL TYPE) When you receive your RD6000 Super unit the transmitter is preprogrammed for both fixed wing aircraft models as well as for helicopter models. If you fly only helicopter model aircraft, you can change models 1,3,5 and 7 to helicopter.
Turn the transmitter power ON and press the END key until you come to the default main screen. The inital screen will show AR1 which indicates the aircraft type as well as showing the NiCd battery voltage.

To program Revolution Mixing, press either the (CH ) or (CH +) key to select RU ( rudder) on the CHannel indicator.
Next, press the FUNCTION down key to select RV.H which is the revolution mixing high point.
Use the INC +/YES or DEC -/NO key to change the default value if you desire to do so for any of the three flight modes. In this example we have set RV.H for the Normal flight mode to + 25%.
The same procedure can be used to input values for RV.M and RV.L. Press the Flight Mode switch to select the different Flight Modes.

GYRO ADJUSTMENT

The RD6000 Super allows you to set the Gyro sensitivity of your helicopters gyro if it has that capability. The gain of the gyro can therefor be adjusted for all of the four Flight Modes. In this manner the pilot can adjust the gyro for a suitable level of sensitivity (gain) for one flight mode (for instance hover), and by changing to a different flight mode alter the sensitivity for either more or less stabilization. Note that you must be using a gyro that offers remote sensitivity adjustment.
Press either the (CH ) or the (CH +) key to select G (Gyro) on the CHannel indicator.
Now, press the FUNCTION down key several times to access the GYR (gyro) screen. The display will look like the following screen when the Normal flight mode is selected.
To adjust the gyro sensitivity for a specific flight mode, press either the INC +/YES or DEC- /NO key. Default values are : Normal 100%, F.Mode #1 50%, F.Mode #2 60% and F.Mode #3 100%. The range of adjustment is from 150% to + 150%. Press the Flight Mode switch to change from one flight mode to another.
Fine tuning of your gyro sensitivity for the various flight modes can be accomplished by flight tests.

TRM (TRIM MEMORY)

The RD6000 Super offers the Trim Memory Function on all four of the flight control channels. Trim Memory for Elevator, Aileron, Throttle, and Rudder is input by the Digital Trim keys set when you use the INC +/YES or DEC -/NO keys to input trim. Any trim that you set while your model is in flight by use of the Digital Trim keys will automatically be stored in memory for that specific channel and model. The Trim value in % that you set during flight is shown on the TRM screen for each Channel. In addition, there are bar graph indicators on the screen at all times that visually show how much trim has been set for Elevator, Aileron, Throttle and Rudder channels.
Dual Rate adjustments allow you to switch from your standard control deflection to a reduced amount of throw by using your flight mode switches. The actual speed of signal processing and servo movement are not affected by the Dual Rate settings, only the amount of total throw available. The RD6000 Super allows Dual Rate settings for Aileron, Elevator and Rudder. To access the Dual Rate setting for Elevator when you are on the STW or REV screen, press the FUNCTION down key to reach this screen.

example Elevator to Elevator
MAS 2: EL = (C-Mix #1 Master channel) example EL Elevator example EL Elevator SLV 2: EL = (C-Mix #1 Slave Channel) E>E 2: 0% = ( C-Mix #1 mixing percentage) Adjust from +150% ~ -150% example Elevator to Elevator
(AIRCRAFT) Both C-Mix 1 and C-Mix 2 are operated both by one switch located in the front upper left side of the transmitter and is marked in blue lettering. (HELICOPTER) Both C-Mix 1 and C-Mix 2 can be turned on and off by using the the slide switches located in the front upper left and right area of the transmitter labeled in white lettering C-Mix 1 and C-Mix 2. In the following example, I will use C-Mix 1 to mix Rudder to Elevator as maybe needed for knife edge flight. Start by pressing the (CH+) key until you reach etc.
Now use the FUNCTION down key until you reach the (MAS 1:) screen. Next use the INC or DEC keys untill the RU (rudder) is selected. This will be your Master channel.
Next press the FUNCTION down key ones to select (SLV 1:) screen. Now use the INC or DEC keys untill you reach EL (elevator). This will be your Slave channel.
Next press the FUNCTION down key ones to select (R>E 1:) screen. By moving the Rudder stick you will see the arrow indicators on the screen change directions acorrding to the direction you move the stick, left and right. You can set the C-Mix for both directions independantly. For example, when you are in a knife-edge and you give it right rudder but the plane pulls to the top of the aircraft you can simply moved the stick to the right and press the INC or DEC keys and abserve the elevator movment. If by incressing the number moves the elevator in the wrong direction, you can decress the number into the negative side to change the direction of the compensation. Only use a small amount of compensation at first. You can sit the left compensation in the same manor if any compensation is needed.
When the C-Mix persentages in both directions are at 0, there will be no compensation mixing.

ELEVATOR-FLAP MIXING

When you use this function you can cause the flaps to deploy when the elevator control stick is moved up or down. It can be used with a separete flap servo with an output on the receivers channel #6 or as flaperons with two aileron servos on channel #2 and #6. This function is most commonly used for aerobatic models where deploying flaps (or flaperons), with elevator control can make for tighter corners on maneuvers such as the square loop. In order to use this function with the two aileron servo option you must first active the FLAPERON function. To activate, move the channel selector by pressing the CH+ key until you reach etc. Now press the FUNCTION DOWN key several times to reach the FLAPE screen and use the YES or No keys to active. Press the END key 2 times to return to the Main screen.

Next, press the FUNCTION down key to access the FAIL screen.
Now position your elevator stick slitely up position that you want for the Fail Safe position. Press the INC +/YES key to set the position that the elevator servo will be set to upon loss of signal.
To test the action of your preprogrammed Fail Safe, place your elevator stick in the neutral position. Then turn Off your transmitter power switch. Your elevator servo will go to the fail safe position that you previously programmed. To return to the INHIBIT condition, press the INC +/YES and the DEC -/NO keys simultaneously. The same procedure as indicated above applies to setting the Fail Safe positions for the other channels. For example, if you want to have a small amount of throttle applied during Fail Safe, first select the throttle channel on the Channel indicator. Then scroll down to the TH Fail Safe screen. Hold a small amount of throttle and press the INC +/ YES key to program the amount of throttle you want for Fail Safe. Test by turning Off your transmiter switch. NOTE: If interference is present when Fail Safe is not active, in PCM Modulation, the receiver will hold the last command received until the signal is again established.
B-F-S (BATTERY FAIL SAFE)
Your RD6000 Super offers a Fail Safe function to warn you of a low voltage condition in your receivers battery pack. This function is only operable when using the AIRTRONICS PCM receivers. You first must select either PCM 1 or PCM 2 modulation. See page 24. To activate the Battery Fail Safe program, select etc on the Channel indicator by using either the (CH ) or the (CH +) keys. (Note that you must be on the STW screen to be able to move horizontally across the screen to etc.) Press the FUNCTION down key to select the B-F-S (battery fail safe) screen.
Next, press the Inc +/YES key to change the B-F-S to ACT, indicating that the Battery Fail Safe function is now active. (pressing either the INC +/YES or the DEC -/NO key will toggle the function between INH and ACT settings.) When the B-F-S is set to ACT, the PCM receiver will monitor the receiver pack voltage to warn you when it reaches the target level, approximately 4.7 volts. When the airborne battery is at this point, the throttle servo will move to a low throttle position for one second, and then return to normal. This cycling of the throttle servo will occur about once each minute until you land and recharge the NiCd battery pack. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU LAND IMMEDIATELY if the receiver fail safe warns you of low voltage conditions! Press the END key to return to the STW screen.

BASIC MENU

By default the BASIC aircraft and helicopter programming menu are on. Basic programming gives you the basic features included in the RD6000 Super. By turning BASIC OFF, you are turning on the ADVANCED aircraft or helicopter programming menu. To turn BASIC OFF, press the CH+ key until you reach etc in the CH area on the main screen. Now press the FUNCTION down key untill you reach the BASIC ON screen. Press the YES or NO key to turn on the Advanced programming menu. Press the END key 2 times to return to the main screen.

CHANEGING FLIGHT MODE 1 and 2 Switch Locations
From the factory flight mode 1 switch is on the right top toggle and flight mode 2 is on the left top toggle switch. Some fliers perfer on having flight mode 1 switch on the left top and flight mode 2 on the right top switch. The following will be on how to change flight mode 1 and 2 switch locations. 13 Remove the NiCd battery cover and NiCd battery pack. Remove the antena by unscerwing it counter clockwise. Remove all 8 scerws located on the back of the transmitter. Refer to page 10 for screw locations. Remove both left and right switch retainer nuts located on top of the switches (crome) Cut both left and right wire ties off holding the wiring to both switches. With a black marker pin put a dot on the plastic base of the switch to indecate the rear of the switch. This will help to not mistakenly flip the switch over. Remove both switches by sliding them down into the transmitter case and switch locations. Reinstall both switch (crome) nuts and secure in place. Arange both switch wires away from any moving parts and secure with new wire ties making sure the wires will not get in the way of the antena as it is being reinstalled. Reinstall the transmitter rear case and be careful when placing over ther NiCd battery connector pins. Reinstall all 8 case scerws. Reinstall Antena by screwing clockwise. Reinstall the NiCd battery and battery Cover. Before After

Wire Tie locations

After you have completed the switching over of both flight mode 1 and 2 switches, you can now replace the two front switch identifying labels. (new labels are supplied) Use a small scerw driver to pry up the old label to remove. Be carfull not to damage the plastic transmitter case. Next pell the backing off the new label and secure in place. New switch location labels
WARNING: Any other modifications made to the transmitter other than changing the flight mode switch locations will void any and all warranties covered be Airtronics Inc.

SWH (SWASH PLATE TYPE)

Your RD6000 Super allows you to select the SWH (Swash) mode of operating the main rotor pitch which is controlled by the Swash Plate moving up or down. When the Swash Mode is selected, the outputs of the Elevator, Aileron and Pitch servos are mixed to control the pitch of the helicopters main rotor. Cyclic, Collective, Pitch Mixing (CCPM) can only be used on a helicopter that is designed for CCPM. The servos are mounted on the side frames directly under the Swash Plate with a direct linkage connection from the servo arm to the Swash Plate. This installation is designed to eliminate any slop that can occur with multiple linkages and levers. The three servos are mixed in various ways to obtain the control response that is needed for Aileron, Elevator and Pitch control. The RD6000 Super can control the following types: NOR CP3F CP3B CP4F CP4B Normal type. The elevator, aileron and pitch servos are independent of each other on the receiver channls. Three joint balls are located in a triangle. The Elev ball is located in front. Same as CP3F but Elevator ball is located in the rear or back. The Elevator ball joint is located at 90 degress from the Aileron ball joint. The Elevator ball joint is located in the front. The same as CP4F except the Elevator ball is located in the rear or back.

This equipment has been tested in accordance with the requirements contained in the appropriate Commission regulations. To the best of our knowledge, these tests were performed using measurement procedures consistent with industry or Commission standards and demonstrate that the equipment complies with the appropriate standards. Each unit manufactured, imported or marketed, as defined in the Commissions regulations, will comform to the sample(s) tested within the variations that can be expected due to quality production and testing on a statistical basis. We further certify that the necessary measurments were made by Kansai Electronic Industry Development Center, Ikoma Emission Measrement Station, 10830, TakayamaCho, Ikoma-City, Nara, 630-01 Japan.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page # 13 14

SECTION I

INTRODUCTION
RD6000 Sport Radio Control System RD6000 Sport Transmitter/Receiver Specifications Academy of Model Aeronautics Initial Preparation NiCd Battery Charging RD6000 Sport Transmitter Features Airborne System Connections Airborne Components Connectors Audio Low Voltage Alarm Transmitter Battery Removal Control Stick Length Adjustment Throttle High Warning Transmitter Stick Tension Adjustment Trainer System Using the RD6000 Sport Micro-Processor Aero Features Description Heli Features Description

SECTION II

COMMON FUNCTIONS
Implementation of Control Function Servo Reversing Control Centering Data Reset Model Selection Stop Watch Integral Timer Model Naming Exponential Modulation Data Copy Switch Reverse Click Throttle Cut

SECTION III

RD6000 Sport Users Manual- Aircraft Aircraft Menu Structure Programming for Aircraft (Model Type) Dual Rate End Point Adjustments Landing Gear End Points Trim Memory Flaperons Alarms Delta (Elevons) Aileron to Rudder Mix V-Tail (Rudder to Elevator Mix) Throttle to Elevator Mix Compensation Mixers (C-Mix) AIRCRAFT ONLY

SECTION IV

Page # 60

HELICOPTER

RD6000 Sport User Manual - Helicopter Airborne System Connections Helicopter Menu Structure Programming for Helicopter (Type) Pitch Curves Throttle Curves Revolution Mixing Gyro Adjustment Trim Memory Exponential Dual Rate Dynamic Trim Memory (DTM) Changing Flight Mode 1 and 2 Switch Locations

APPEND I

RD6000 Sport Aircraft and Helicopter Setup pages
RD6000 SPORT RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM
Thank you for selecting the Airtronics RD6000 Sport Radio System. In designing the RD6000 Sport we have made every effort to provide you with a radio that will allow you to extract the maximum performance from your powered aircraft, sailplane, or helicopter, while at the same time simplifying the task of setting up and adjusting your model. These instructions are written in great detail to help you understand what all of you RD6000 Sport capabilities are. Because of the many features of the RD6000 Sport, this manual is quite long. Dont be intimidated! To actually use the system, you may only need to read the INTRODUCTION section, the Common Functions section, and study the section that applies to your type of aircraft. Each type of aircraft, i.e., fixed wing and helicopter has its own self-contained section describing each applicable feature and its implementation. However, helicopter flyers may find it advantages to read all sections of the manual to become more acquainted with the operation of the RD6000 Sport unit. Note that the labels for fixed wing switch functions are in red letters and helicopter switch functions are in white letters. Again, we appreciate your selection of an Airtronics Radio Control System and wish you many hours of flying enjoyment. RD6000 Transmitter Specifications: Transmitter Type: Dimensions: Weight: Power Output: Frequencies: Modulation: Power Supply: Current Drain: Temperature Range: Pulse Width: Model Memory: 6 Channel, Dual Stick with propriety Microprocessor. W: 7.5 X H: 8.0 X D: 2.lb. 11 oz 600 mWatts 72 MHz PPM/FM or PPM/FM Reverce 9.6 Volt, 700 mAh NiCd 180 MA 0 to160 degrees F 1.5 ms (nominal) 4
RD6000 Sport Receiver Specifications: Receiver Type: Receiver Sensitivity: Dimensions: Weight: Receiver Power Supply: 92777Z PPM/FM 7 Channel, Super Narrow Band with Universal Z Connectors 1.5 microvolts L: 2.25, W: 0.6, H: 0.82 1.2 ounces Four Cell, 4.8 Volt, 700 mAh NiCd

The following additional receivers are compatable if part number 99399Z Adaptor is used. 92745 PPM/FM 4 Channel, Micro Super Narrow Band Receiver 92765 PPM/FM 6 Channel, Super Narrow Band Receiver
ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie, Indiana 47302 The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is a national organization representing modelers in the United States. We urge you to examine the benefits of membership, including liability protection in the event of certain injuries. The Academy has adopted simple and sane rules which are especially pertinent for radio controlled flight as the OFFICIAL AMA NATIONAL MODEL AIRCRAFT SAFETY CODE, which we have partially reprinted below: I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, airshows or model flying demonstrations until it has been proven to be airworthy by having been previously, successfully flight tested. I will not fly my model higher than approximately 400 feet within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator. I will give the right-of-way and avoid flying in the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary, an observer shall be utilized to supervise flying to avoid having models fly in the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the flying site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fly my models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner. I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground range check before the first flight of a new or repaired model. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a qualified flyer, unless assisted by and experienced helper. I will perform my initial turn after take off away from the pit or spectator areas, unless beyond my control. I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission. (See chart below) Only properly licensed amateurs are authorized to operate equipment on amateur band frequencies. 72 MHz BAND by Channel and Channel Frequency 72.010 72.030 72.050 72.070 72.090 72.110 72.130 72.150 72.170 72.30 72.210 72.230 72.250 72.270 72.290 72.310 72.330 72.350 72.370 72.60 72.810 72.830 72.850 72.870 72.890 72.910 72.930 72.950 72.970 72.990
72.410 72.430 72.450 72.470 72.490 72.510 72.530 72.550 72.570 72.590
72.610 72.630 72.650 72.670 72.690 72.710 72.730 72.750 72.770 72.790
INITIAL PREPARATION PACKAGING: The packaging of your Airtronics RD6000 Sport Radio Control System has been especially designed for the safe transportation and storage of the radios components. After unpacking your radio, DO NOT DISCARD THE CONTAINERS! You should set the packaging aside for use if you ever need to send your radio in for service, or to store your radio in case you do not plan to use it for an extended period of time.
NiCd BATTERY CHARGING INFORMATION: In order to protect the charging circuit in your RD6000 Sport transmitter, a diode has been installed to protect it from some of the high discharge rate cyclers on the market. We recommend that you charge the transmitter battery (while installed) with the supplied ATX charger, Part # 95033. Should you wish to cycle or discharge the transmitter battery, you must first remove it from the transmitter. This allows you to bypass the protective diode. The following two Airtronics service items will allow you to cycle your RD6000 Sport transmitter battery. See your local dealer for these items. (1) #99704 Transmitter Charging Plug with Cable for use with your cycling device (black wire w/white tracer is positive. (1) #97051 Transmitter Battery Cycling Adapter Cable. Above items will also work with Airtronics Quasar, Radiant, and Vanguard transmitter batteries. Airtronics does NOT recommend the use of any fast or quick chargers.

RD6000 SPORT TRANSMITTERS FEATURES The RD6000 Sport narrow band PPM/FM computer radio control system is designed for the use by power model, sailplane, and helicopter pilots who demand a quality product. The RD6000 Sport is packed with all of the capabilities that the beginner as well as the more advanced modelers demand for all three types of flying. It has the features available to get the most out of any type of model. Program Features for all types of models 4 Model Memory Stop Watch Digital Trims Servo Reversing on all channels Dual Rate on Elevator and Aileron channels (Plus Rudder on Helicopter) Large Screen Liquid Display (LCD) End Point Adjustment on all channels Model Type selection Center Adjustment on EL, AL, TH, RU, and P-F Data Reset LCD Transmitter Voltage Meter High Capacity Transmitter/Receiver NiCd Batteries Adjustable Stick Tension and Length Low Battery, High Throttle and Power Alarms
AIRBORNE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

NiCd Battery

AERO Flap

HELI Collective Pitch

Retract Gear Switch Harness Charge Connector Rudder
Gyro Rudder (Tail Rotor) Throttle Aileron (L/R Cyclic) Elevator (F/A Cyclic)

Throttle 92777 Receiver

92777/72 FM
Dual Conversion BY Narrow Band Receiver

7/B 2 1

Aileron

Elevator

The above diagram shows how to connect the components of your RD6000 Sport system together. At this point your objective is to get the system operating on your workbench. Once connected you must then refer to the corresponding diagram for your system, i.e., either AERO or HELI showing the transmitter control stick function.
AIRBORNE COMPONENTS While your systems batteries are charging, you can familiarize yourself with the airborne portion of your radio. The airborne portion of the radio refers to any components which are mounted in your plane or helicopter and carried aloft when you fly. The airborne components consist of the receiver, which receives the signals from the transmitter, decodes them, and relays the commands to the servos; the servos which are simply electronically controlled motors used to move the controls of the plane; the NiCd battery pack which provides power for the receiver and servos to operate; and the switch harness which allows you to turn the airborne package on and off.
CONNECTORS Your RD6000 Sport unit is equipped the new universal AIRTRONICS Z connectors which are color coded blue, and are electrically compatible with the receivers of other radio control system manufacturers. The connectors are rugged but should be handled with care. Note that these connectors are not compatible with older AIRTRONICS R/C equipment unless Adapter p/n 99399Z is used!

Z CONNECTOR

Master Transmitter

Trainer Transmitter
Trainer Switch (Spring Loaded)
(As long as the instructor holds his Trainer switch in the ON position, the model will respond to the commands of the Trainer transmitter sticks allowing the pupil to fly the model. It is not necessary for the student to hold the trainer switch on the Trainer transmitter.) When the instructor ceases to stop training, or if he feels that the student is in a situation that endangers the model, the instructor can release the spring loaded switch and control of the model will immediately return to the Master transmitter. To use the Trainer system, you must plug the appropriate Trainer cable into the back of both the Master and the Trainer transmitters. Turn on the Master transmitter and the Model. The cable will energize the encoder section of the Trainer transmitter. Once you have verified that both the Master and the Trainer transmitters will control the model when the spring loaded switch in the appropriate position you are ready to start training. NOTE: Both transmitters must be programmed identically for the trainer system to function properly. All servos must operate in the same direction, centering, end points, and other settings such as type of Modulation must be identical. 11
USING THE RD6000 SPORT MICROPROCESSOR Airtronics has invested a large amount of design effort to ensure that the powerful capabilities of the RD6000 Sport are as simple as possible to use. This manual has been written to offer the user complete instructions for either fixed wing aircraft or helicopter models. The manual is divided into three sections. One for introduction and another for aircraft (both powered and sailplane), and one for helicopters. You only need to read the introduction section and the one that applies to your type of model. In most cases all of the programming of a setup is accomplished through the use of the input keys on the RD6000 Sport transmitter. The function(s) of these are shown below.
Press this key to select a channel and move to the Right Press this key to move up in a menu
Press this key to increase a value or to indicate YES Press this key to decrease a value or to indicate NO
Press this key to return to the previous screen
Press this key to select a channel and move to the left

Press this key to move down in the menu
Select Flight Mode (Helicopter)
Note: Pressing the INC+/YES and DEC-/NO keys simultaneously will clear a setting and return it to the default value.
BAR GRAPH VOLTAGE INDICATOR As a convenience the RD6000 Sport transmitter provides a Bar Graph transmitter battery voltage indicator at the top of the Liquid Crystal Display screen labeled E and F. The F symbol indicates FULL and the E indicates EMPTY. You can consider it similar to a visible gas gauge. The Bar Graph indicator is in addition to the normal battery voltage that is displayed on the main screen when ever you select either AIR or HELI by pushing the END key twice. When the Bar Graph reads less than half you should not fly until you recharge the transmitter.
RD6000 SPORT AERO FEATURES FEATURES STW (Stopwatch) REV (Reverse) D/R (Dual Rate) CNT (Center) TRM (Trim) EXP (Exponential) EPA (End Point Adjustment) MSL (Model Select) MOD (Modulation) TYP (Type of Model) INT (Integral Timer) RST (Reset) CLK (Click) NAM (Name) SW-R (Switch Reverse) CPY (Copy) FLAPE (Flaperons) DELTA (Elevons) V-TAIL (Rudder and Elevator) D/A-A (Dual Rate Alarm) T-CUT (Throttle Cut) C-MIX (Compensation Mixing) DESCRIPTION Used as a stopwatch or to countdown to a preset time. Reverses the servo operating direction. Adjusts servo throw. Available on Elev and Ail. Changes servo neutral position. The LCD provides an indicator of the value, as well as the direction of the trim. Changes the linear movement of the servo to the relation of the stick movement. Can be set Positive or Negative. Limits the total movement of a servo in each direction. Select models 1, 2, 3, 4. Transmitting Modulation PPM/FM or PPM/Reverse FM. Model Type Aircraft or Helicopter. Used to show how long the transmitter has been in use. Can be reset to zero. Clears all setup data in any model to factory default settings. A beep sound can be heard every time you press a transmitter key. Options Active or Inoperative. You can use up to 3 characters to name your model. You can reverse to default direction of all control switches. Copy one model to another. Activates 2 channels to be used for Ailerons. Ailerons operate as ailerons and as well as Elevators. Used for flying wings. Used for V-Tail models. Alerts you when a Dual Rate switch is on. Options On or Off. You can set the point where the throttle can be cut using the throttle cut-off button. Ability to mix a master channel to another slave channel.

RD6000 SPORT HELI FEATURES FEATURES STW (Stopwatch) REV (Reverse) D/R (Dual Rate) CNT (Center) TRM (Trim) EXP (Exponential) EPA (End Point Adjustment) MSL (Model Select) MOD (Modulation) TYP (Type of Model) INT (Integral Timer) RST (Reset) CLK (Click) NAM (Name) SW-R (Switch Reverse) CPY (Copy) D/A-A (Dual Rate Alarm) T-CUT (Throttle Cut) DTM (Dynamic Trim Memory) GYR (Gyro) TH-C (Throttle Curve) PI-C (Pitch Curve) RV (Revolution Mixing)
DESCRIPTION Used as a stopwatch or to countdown to a preset time. Reverses the servo operating direction. Adjusts servo throw. On Elev, Ail and (Rud in Heli Mode) Changes servo neutral position. The LCD provides an indicator of the value, as well as the direction of the trim. Changes the linear movement of the servo to the relation of the stick movement. Can be set Positive or Negative. Limits the total movement of a servo in each direction. Select models 1, 2, 3, 4. Transmitting Modulation PPM/FM or PPM/Reverse FM. Model Type Aircraft or Helicopter. Used to show how long the transmitter has been in use. Can be reset to zero. Clears all setup data in any model to factory default settings. A beep sound can be heard every time you press a transmitter key. Options Active or Inoperative. You can use up to 3 characters to name your model. You can reverse to default direction of all control switches. Copy one model to another. Alerts you when a Dual Rate switch is on. Options On or Off. You can set the point where the throttle can be cut using the throttle cut off button. Memorizes trims in each flight mode. Gyro sensitivity for each flight mode To setup a curve in all flight modes. To setup a curve in all flight modes. Tail rotor offset mixing
SECTION II COMMON FUNCTIONS The following functions are common and are applicable to both Aircraft and Helicopter sections of this manual. The Liquid Crystal Display shows an Aero model selected; however, a similar screen will be displayed when a Helicopter type model is selected. NOTE: Switches labeled with red lettering are for aircraft and white lettering is used for helicopter. IMPLEMENTATION OF CONTROL FUNCTIONS In this section you will learn how to implement the control functions and tailor the servo movement and centering for each control. Pressing the END key on the front panel several times will bring you to the following screen, i.e., the initial screen that indicates the current model type and number, PPM modulation and the transmitter NiCd battery pack voltage.
Press the (CH +) key to obtain the STW screen. The Elevator channel will appear on the upper part of the screen. The model number and aero will be present on the left side and the stop watch will indicate zero since no time has been programmed.

REV (SERVO REVERSING)

The RD6000 Sport allows you to electronically REVERSE the direction of rotation for each of the servos in use. This allows you to hook up your control linkages and pushrods in the most mechanically desirable manner without regard to the direction of servo movement. After installing your linkages check to see if any of the controls move in the wrong direction when you move the controls. If so proceed as follows for reversing the elevator channel. Reverse for all other channels are done the same way. Press the FUNCTION down key to arrive at the following screen:

If the Elevator servo moves in the wrong direction, press the INC +/YES key. To move to the Elevator D/R (Dual Rate) screen, press the FUNCTION down key. 15
CNT (CONTROL CENTERING) Your RD6000 Sport allows you to fine-tune the CENTER or neutral position of all flight control servos. After hooking up your controls and mechanically centering all linkages to the approximate positions, press the FUNCTION down key to arrive at the following screen for the Elevator control. (Note that the Aileron, Throttle, Rudder and Flap centering operates in the same manner when you select that channel on the upper part of the screen. You can move across to the CNT function of each channel as well as some of the other functions by pressing the (CH+ ) key.
By pressing the INC+/YES or DEC-/NO keys you can vary the value from 0 to + or - 100%. Default is 0% IMPORTANT NOTE: It is desirable to adjust the control linkages as close as possible to the correct center positions, then use the CNT (CENTER) commands to Fine-tune the exact position of the control surface when the transmitter control is in neutral. Using a large amount of electronic centering adjustments will decrease the total throw available for that channel. In particular, centering adjustments greater than + or - 50% will tend to make the extreme stick position on one end less responsive!
RST (DATA RESET) If you want to UNDO all of your programmed parameters at one time, you can use the RST function. However, be certain that is what you want to do, since this function will reset all settings to the factory default settings. The RST function will only affect the specific model that you have selected. ALL OTHER Models in memory are unaffected by the RST function. Press the END key to select the initial AR 1 screen that indicates the Transmitter NiCd pack battery voltage. Now, press the CH + to access the STW (Stopwatch) screen. This screen allows you to move up and down as well as left and right on the screen in the RD-6000 program.
Press the CH + key several times to move across the CH indicator portion of the screen until it reads etc. Now, press the FUNCTION down key three times to move down in the menu until you reach the RST (Data Reset) screen.
To RESET ALL DATA for this model to default settings press the (CH +) key and the screen will flash YES. Now, press the INC +/YES key and the screen will indicate OK! All paramameters on this specific model number have now been reset to default values. Press the END key twice to return to the STW screen.
HOW TO SELECT MODEL SET-UPS: M-SL (Model Select)
The RD6000 Sport has built in memory to store four model setups in any combination of model types. To use or modify one of the model setups you first must select M-SL in the etc menu. Assume that you want to select a second model. To do so, press the END key to bring up the initial screen that indicates transmitter voltage and model number.

Press the (CH +) key to scroll to etc. Use the FUNCTION down key to select MSL. Next press the INC +/YES key and the screen will flash MSL to indicate you can select a second model. Press the INC +/YES key again to select the next or following model such as AR2.
Press the END key three times to return to the initial screen which will show the model number and the transmitter battery voltage reading. NOTE: if the model type is incorrect, i.e., HELI rather than AERO, continue with the model selection procedure. The model type can then be selected on the TYP screen.

TYP (MODEL TYPE)

To select the type of model you wish to program, press the (CH+) key to scroll to etc. Next press the FUNCTION key to select TYP. Now press the (CH+) key to select the next model type, either HELI or AERO. THe screen will flash YES with the type of model indicated on the LCD display. To confirm your selection, press the INC+/YES key and the screen will indicate OK!
Press the END key three times to return to the inital screen that will then show your model number/type and transmitter battery voltage. 18

STW (STOPWATCH)

The RD6000 Sport offers a built-in timer and allows the pilot to use the stopwatch function in either elapsed time mode or in a countdown mode of operation. To use the stopwatch, press either the (CH -) or the (CH +) key to select etc on the Channel indicator display.
Now press the FUNCTION down key to scroll through the various screens until you find the STW screen with the flashing >indicator. This is where you can set your stopwatch countdown time. The STW (set) screen is just above the INT screen as shown on the Menu Structure, page 31.
Use the INC +/YES key to set a value for the Start of your count down; as an example set it at 10.00 minutes. The screen will look like the following illustration. If you want to decrease the time, use the DEC - /NO key. If you want to clear the time, press the INC +/YES and the DEC - /NO keys simultaneously.
You can now start the stop watch when you are on any of the channel indicator screens that displays the STW screen and the time you previously programmed. Press the INC+/YES key to start or stop the countdown. When the time reaches 10 seconds, a tone will be heard and one will also be heard every second as it counts down to zero. When the timer reaches zero, a steady tone will be heard and it will start counting up. Press the INC+/YES key and DEC-/ NO key simultaneously to reset the timer to your previously programmed time.

INT (INTEGRAL TIMER)

The Integral Timer function of the RD6000 Sport is activated each time the transmitter power switch is turned on, and continues to time up to 99 hours and 59 seconds at all times when the transmitter is turned on. This time will give an excellent indication of how many hours of actual use you RD6000 transmitter has accrued. Or, you may wish to reset the timer to zero at certain intervals, for instance, each time you charge the transmitter NiCd battery pack. The INT (Integral Timer) function is located in the etc column of the menu, directly below STW (set). Use the FUNCTION down key to access the INT screen. Note that it will have some indication of how long the transmitter has been operating. It may look like the following screen, but with a different time shown. The time will show a change for each elapsed second and minute. If you want to reset the Integral Timer to Zero, press the INC +/YES and the DEC -/ NO keys simultaneously.
If you desire, you can display the Integral Timer function instead of the STW (stop watch) function on all of the Channel screens. To do so while you are in the INT screen, press the (CH +) key to obtain the following screen.
Press the INC +/YES key and the bottom line of the screen will change from INH (inhibit) to read ACT (active). You can press either the DEC -/NO key or the INC +/YES key to change it back to INH. Most pilots prefer to have the Stop watch function displayed on all of their Channel screens, rather than the Integral Timer, therefore, they leave the Integral Timer DSP at INH (inhibit). Press the END key twice to get back to the top of the etc menu column.

NAM (NAMING YOUR MODEL)

The RD6000 Sport provides the capability for you to designate each of the four models you have programmed by use of a 3 digit name. Use the (CH +) key to select the etc screen. Press the FUNCTION down key twice to select the NAM screen.
Now press the (CH +) key to select the screen for model number one. The first charater will be flashing to indicate you can change that letter.
Press the INC +/YES key to scroll through the letters of the alphabet and make a change in the first letter. You many use any combination of LETTERS (upper and lower case), NUMBERS, Colon(:), Dash (-), Character, or blank space to designate a model. When you have finished the first letter or number, press the (CH +) key to move to the next letter and set it in a similar manner. The DEC -/NO key can also be used to change a letter or number in the opposite direction. Press both the INC + /YES and DEC -/NO keys simultaneously to return to the default setting of AR 1. Once you have completed designating your present model, press the END key twice to return to the etc column heading.

Press both the INC +/YES and DEC -/NO keys simultaneously to return to the default PP (PPM/FM) modulation. Press the END key to return to the STW screen.

CPY (DATA COPY)

A valuable feature of the RD6000 Sport is the Data Copy Function. With this function the entire set of control parameters for one aircraft can be copied from one model set-up into another. (For instance, if you have your aircraft program in Model #1 and nothing in Model #3, you can copy the Model #1 program into Model #3 with the copy function. Having copied your control set-up, you can now use MSL (Model Select) to access the Model #3 program and then make control changes to that set-up. This allows you to experiment with different control options without changing your original parameters (in this example Model #1).
To use the CPY (copy) function, select etc on the Channel indicator using either the (CH ) or (CH +) key. (note that you must be on the STW screen to move horizontally across the screen to etc).
Press the FUNCTION down key to select the CPY (copy) Function.
For this example, assume you want to copy the set-up of Model #1 (which you selected), to Model #3. The first number on the screen indicates the model number of the model you are copying. The second number indicates the destination of the model being copied. Press the INC +/YES key to change the destination for the copy to indicate Model #3. Note that one of the small triangles is blinking which indicates there is another screen associated with this function.
On the previous screen, the destination has been set to Model #3. MAKE CERTAIN that this model setup is not one you wish to save, because when you copy the Model #1 set-up into Model #3, all data that was in Model #3 is replaced with the Model #1 data! At this point Model #3 data is still intact, so if you wish to change the destination for the copied data, do so before proceeding. Having selected both the data source (Model #1) and the desired destination (in this example Model #3), you can now proceed to confirm the copy function. Press the CH + > key to access the next screen as shown below. The YES will be blinking.

Press the (CH+) key to scroll across the CH (channel) indicator on the screen to etc.
Press the FUNCTION down Key once to access the MSL (model select) screen.
Next, press the INC+YES key until the screen reads HL2 (heli model 2). Now press the END key and the screen will show that you have selected model number two which is a helicopter setup. However, since you are a fixed wing aircraft pilot, you want all of the transmitter setups to be fixed wing aircraft. The TYP (type) of aircraft must be changed from Heli to Aero.

TYP (Type of Model)

To change the type of model, press the FUNCTION down key to select the TYP (model type) screen.
Note that one of the small triangular indicators will be blinking to show that you should press the (CH+) key. Therefore, press the (CH+) key and the screen will change to AERO with a flashing YES.
To confirm the change of aircraft type, press the INC+/YES key. The screen will then change to read OK! As shown on screen below to indicate the model type has been changed to AERO from model #2. Press the END key twice to return to the STW screen. The same procedure as noted above can be used to change model #4 from HELI to AERO.

D/R (DUAL RATE)

Dual Rate adjustments allow you to switch from your standard control deflection to a reduced amount of throw by simply flipping a switch. The Actual speed of signal processing and servo movement are not affected by the Dual Rate settings, only the amount of total throw available. The RD6000 Sport allows Dual Rate settings for Aileron and Elevator. To access the Dual Rate setting for Elevator when you are on the STW or REV screen, press the FUNCTION down key to reach this screen.
The screen tells you the present rate status, and when a Dual Rate is set to the ON position, the alternate rate for that control function that is presently set in the program. It is important to understand that the term Dual Rate is used because it is an old and familiar description. We are showing an example for the Elevator channel, however, all of the other channels are set in the same way. The Dual Rate setting can be varied from 0 to 150%. Default for Dual Rate 1 is 100%. We recommend you leave it at that setting and only change the setting for Dual Rate 2, i.e., when the Dual Rate Switch on the upper left side of the transmitter panel is turned ON. The normal convention for Dual Rate reduced throw is the switch in the UP position to Turn ON Dual Rate. When you do so, note that the Screen will appear as follows. Press the INC +/YES or DEC -/NO key to increase or decrease the value. An initial setting of 50% is a good starting point and you can tailor it later following a test flight.

TRM (TRIM MEMORY) The RD6000 Sport offers the Trim Memory Function on all four of the flight control channels. Trim Memory for Elevator, Aileron, Throttle, and Rudder is input by the Digital Trim keys set when you use the INC +/YES or DEC -/NO keys to input trim. Any trim that you set while your model is in flight by use of the Digital Trim keys will automatically be stored in memory for that specific channel and model. The Trim value in % that you set during flight is shown on the TRM screen for each Channel. In addition, there are bar graph indicators on the screen at all times that visually show how much trim has been set for Elevator, Aileron, Throttle and Rudder channels.

FLAPE (FLAPERONS)

The Flaperon function can be used to just obtain two separate aileron channels with a servo in each wing. It can also be used so that the strip ailerons act as flaps and deploy in a downward direction to create both lift and drag. In the following example, the ailerons will be programmed to act as flaps that are controlled by the Flap/FL-EL switch. Press the (CH ) or the (CH+) key to select etc on the CHannel indicator.
Next, press the FUNCTION down key several times to see the following screen.
Now, press the INC +/YES or the DEC -/NO key to set the FLAPE function to ACTive. The aileron stick will now operate two servos on receiver channels #2 and #6. Press the END key to return to the STW screen at the top of the menu.
Press the (CH ) key to select p-f on the CHannel indicator.
Use the FUNCTION down key to scroll down to FLAP EPA (endpoint adjust). Note that the default setting is 100%. Range of adjustment is from -150% to +150%. Press either the INC +/YES or the DEC -/NO key to change the value an/or polarity of the function. The FLAP/FL-EL switch located on the top-right of the transmitter activates the Flaperons. To disable the Flap switch, set the Flap EPA at 0%. Note that if the ailerons go up when the Flap switch is activated, change the polarity of the programmed value. Use the FLAP TRM (trim) function to fine tune flap operation.
ALARMS D/R-A(DUAL RATE ALARM) THROTTLE STICK HIGH
The RD6000 Sport offers an ALARM function to warn you if you turn your transmitter on while a Dual Rate Switch is activated, and another to warn you if you turn the transmitter on while the Throttle Stick is in any position other than Full-Low throttle. TH-Hi! Will be displayed on the LCD screen until you place the Throttle stick in the full-low position. To activate the D/R-A (Dual Rate alarm), press the (CH ) or the (CH +) key to select etc on the CHannel indicator.

PITCH CURVES (FLIGHT MODES)
The RD6000 Sport allows you to customize three distinct flight modes for each helicopter model. The three pitch curves (flight modes) available for each helicopter model are: N.NORMAL 1.Select Curve One IDLE UP 2.Select Curve Two THROTTLE HOLD Selecting a pitch curve is done by activating the two FLIGHT MODE switches located on the top of the transmitter as shown below. The default positions are as indicted.
F-Mode 1: Switch positioned away from you
F-Mode 2: Switch positioned away from you
F-Mode Normal: Switch positioned towards you
Note that BOTH F-MODE switches must be positioned towards you to select F-MODE NORMAL. CAUTION: Flight Modes 1 and 2 are IDLE-UP modes. If either one is activated when you turn on the transmitter, an audio alarm will sound. You must always be aware of which flight mode you have selected before starting your engine or attempting flight!
The pitch curve for each flight mode has three points that can be adjusted to suit your specific needs. Within each pitch curve these points are referred to as PH (high pitch), P2, and PL (low pitch). The range of values and default settings for each is shown below. FLIGHT MODE Normal Curve Point PH P2 PL PH P2 PL PH P2 PL Minimum -25% -25% -25% -25% -25% -25% -25% -25% -25% Default 100% 55% 0% 90% 55% 0% 100% 40% -10% Maximum 125% 125% 125% 125% 125% 125% 125% 125% 125%

F. Mode 1

F. Mode 2
To program your pitch curves, press the (CH ) or (CH +) key to select P-F on the CHannel indicator.
Next, press the FUNCTION down key and scroll down to the CV-PH screen.
Press the F-MODE (flight mode) switch to toggle through modes 1, 2 and Normal.
Now use the F-MODE switch to select the specific flight mode that you want to adjust. As an example, if you wanted to adjust CV-P2 in Normal flight mode, press the FUNCTION down key to select CV-P2. The default value for the Normal flight mode of 55% will be shown.
Press the INC+/YES key to set an increase in value or press the DEC-/NO key to set a lesser value. Press both INC+/ YES and DEC-/NO keys simultaneously to return to the default value.
Fine tuning of the Hover Pitch is also available by use of the HOV-PT digital trim switch located above the throttle stick. NOTE: HOV-PI and HOV-TH trims are used only for adjustment in flight mode N (normal). They have no affect on Flight Mode 1 or 2.