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GLOSSARY

GLOSSARY

 

It will be helpful to understand the following terms 

before

 reading the rest of the manual. The terms are not in alphabetical 

order, but are in a logical order that prepares the reader for understanding the next term. 

Reversing (servo reversing) -

Reversing (servo reversing) -

 A function that allows the user to determine the direction of response of each servo. If, after 

hooking up the servos, a control on the model responds in the wrong direction, the user may change the servo's direction so 
the control responds correctly. 

Throw -

Throw -

 When speaking of a control surface (such as an elevator or aileron), the throw is 

the distance the surface moves. Control surface throw is usually measured at the trailing 
edge of the surface and is expressed in inches or millimeters. The model in the diagram has 
1/2" [13mm] of up elevator throw. Throw can also refer to the distance a servo arm (or 
wheel) travels.

Dual rate (D/R) -

Dual rate (D/R) -

 On the 6EXAP the dual rate switch allows you to instantly switch, in flight, 

between two different control throws for the aileron, elevator and rudder. Often, different 
control throws are required for different types of flying. (“Low” throws may be required for 
flying at high speeds where the model’s response becomes more sensitive, and “high” 
throws may be required for aggressive aerobatic maneuvers or landing or flying at lower 
speeds where the model's response becomes less sensitive.) 

End point adjustment (E.P.A.) -

End point adjustment (E.P.A.) -

 Sets the overall, maximum distance the servo rotates in either direction. (No matter where 

the dual rates are set, the servo will never travel beyond the limit set by the end point adjustment.) 

Exponential -

Exponential -

 Normally, servos respond proportionally to control stick input from the transmitter (e.g., if the stick is moved 

halfway, the servo will move halfway). However, with “exponential,” the servo can be made to move more or less than initial 
stick movement (less servo movement is more common). Exponentials are commonly used to “soften,” or decrease initial 
servo travel for the ailerons, elevators and rudder. This way, initial control stick inputs from the pilot result in small servo 
movement for a smoother flying airplane. 
(Dual rates adjust the 

amount

amount

 

of servo travel. Exponentials determine 

where

where

 most of the travel will occur.) 

Mixing -

Mixing -

 Two (or more) servos can be made to operate together either by mechanically joining the wires (with a Y-connector) 

or by electronically “joining” them through programming functions in the transmitter. When servos are electronically joined via 
programming, they are said to be “mixed.” Unlike joining servos with a Y-connector, when servos are mixed electronically they 
can be made to move in opposition. Additionally, each servo’s end points can be independently set. 

CONTENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS

CONTENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Transmitter: T6EXAP

Transmitter: T6EXAP

T6EXAP Transmitter with programmable mixing and 6-model 
memory.

Transmitting on 35, 40, 41, or 72 MHz band.

Operating system: 2-stick, 6-channel system 
Modulation: FM(PPM) and PCM
Power supply: 9.6V NT8S600B Ni-Cd battery or 12V alkaline battery
Current drain: 250mA

Receiver: R127DF or R136F

Receiver: R127DF or R136F

R127DF/R136F narrow band, FM 7/6 channel receiver.

Receiving on 35, 40, 41, or 72 MHz band.
Type: FM, Dual conversion/FM, Single conversion
Intermediate frequencies: 455kHz, 10.7MHz/455kHz 
Power requirement: 4.8V or 6V
Current drain: 9.5mA @ 4.8V
Size: R127DF- 1.39x2.52x0.82" (35.3x64.0x20.8mm)/

 R136F- 1.31x1.98x0.71" (33.4x50.3x18.1mm)

Weight: R127DF- 1.5oz (42.5g) / R136F- 0.98oz (27.8g)

Servos: S3004 or S3003

Servos: S3004 or S3003 

S3004 ball bearing/S3003 standard servo with mounting

 

hardware and servo arm assortment
Control system: Pulse width control,1.52ms neutral
Power requirement: 4.8 or 6V (from receiver)
Output torque: 44.4oz-in [3.2kg-cm] @4.8V
Operating speed: 0.23sec/60˚@4.8V
Size: 1.59x0.78x1.41" [40.4x19.8x36mm] 
Weight: S3004- 1.3oz (37.2g) / S3003- 1.3oz (38.0g)

Servos: S3151

Servos: S3151

S3151 Digital standard servo with mounting

 

hardware and servo arm assortment
Control system: Pulse width control,1.52ms neutral
Power requirement: 4.8  (from receiver)
Output torque: 43.1oz-in [3.1kg-cm] @4.8V
Operating speed: 0.21sec/60˚@4.8V
Size: 1.59x0.79x1.42" [40.5x20x36.1mm] 
Weight: 1.48oz (42g)

Other components:

Other components:

Switch harness
9"[200mm]aileron extension cord (to facilitate quick 
c o n n e c t i n g   a n d   d i s c o n n e c t i n g   o f   a i l e r o n   s e r v o   w i t h  
removable wing)
Instruction manual 

*Specifications and ratings are subject to change without notice

Summary of Contents for 6EXAP

Page 1: ...NUAL for Futaba 6EXAP for Futaba 6EXAP 6 channel PCM PPM FM selectable Radio control system for aircraft Futaba Corporation Technical updates available at http www futaba rc com Entire Contents Copyri...

Page 2: ...ription of the problem s Include the following in your note Symptoms Any unusual mounting conditions An inventory of items enclosed The items that require repair Your name address and telephone number...

Page 3: ...small servo movement for a smoother flying airplane Dual rates adjust the amount amount of servo travel Exponentials determine where where most of the travel will occur Mixing Mixing Two or more servo...

Page 4: ...ude servo reversing and E P A on all channels dual rates exponentials and programmable mixing Additionally any one of four factory set preprogrammed wing type mixers including flaperon V tail elevon m...

Page 5: ...ls to the receiver Never fly a model without fully extending the antenna or you may create interference to other modelers and decrease operational signal range of the transmitter The antenna may be re...

Page 6: ...lying see page 22 External antenna mounting External antenna mounting A Use a cut off servo arm as a stop stop or strain relief strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension off the solder joint h...

Page 7: ...tionscarefully NOTE NOTE The batteries are supplied partially charged but will require a full overnight charge before the model may be flown 1 Connect the transmitter charging cord transmitter chargin...

Page 8: ...operate the charger NEVER NEVER charge at a rate higher than 1 000 mAh 1 Amp If not done correctly fast charging can damage the batteries called memory If for example only two flights are made each t...

Page 9: ...6EXAP RADIO PROGRAMMING THE 6EXAP RADIO Anytime you wish to view view or change change any of the current settings in the transmitter the programming mode must first be entered by of course turning o...

Page 10: ...L ALL programming information for that model The data cannot be recovered unless you recorded it on a Model Data Recording Sheet in the back of this manual Do not reset the model unless certainly cert...

Page 11: ...n elevator and rudder dual rates on the 6EXAP are simultaneously activated by the dual rate switch The amount of travel decrease for each control may be set between 0 and 100 of the values set for the...

Page 12: ...he end points should be set prior to setting the dual rates If you set the dual rates first and then go back and change the end points the dual rate throws will also change The EPA function is designe...

Page 13: ...an be adjusted without affecting the servo throughout the rest of the range To adjust the trim settings To adjust the trim settings Once the servos and control surfaces have been connected and the con...

Page 14: ...wo channels to be mixed The wing mixing function is another mix that may be used but the channels mixed are predetermined There are three different wing mixing functions to select from FLPR Flaperon m...

Page 15: ...tain they are not overdriving the controls If necessary adjust the linkages to achieve the correct control throws FLTR Flap trim FLTR Flap trim The Flap Trim function is used to specify the amount of...

Page 16: ...need to cancel Elevon Elevon mixing However it is allowed to use V Tail and Flaperon mixing simultaneously 3 Push the DATA INPUT lever upward This will cause the flashing INH INH display to change to...

Page 17: ...der to enable Elevon Elevon mixing you first need to cancel both Flaperon and V tail mixing 3 Push the DATA INPUT lever upward This will cause the flashing INH INH display to change to a flashing ON O...

Page 18: ...happens you should immediately land If you need to increase throttle for your landing approach you may temporarily reset the failsafe function by moving the throttle stick to idle after which you ll h...

Page 19: ...holding MODE and SELECT keys down simultaneously Use the DATA INPUT lever to display the desired stick mode FLOW CHART FLOW CHART 6EXAP FUNCTIONS 6EXAP FUNCTIONS Simultaneously Press the MODE MODE an...

Page 20: ...te the controls ailerons elevator rudder etc and observe how they respond Make any adjustments necessary to the student s transmitter to get the controls to respond correctly 8 Check to see that the t...

Page 21: ...to help you get started the right way Contact the AMA at the address or toll free phone number below Academy of Model Aeronautics Academy of Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302...

Page 22: ...heck must must be performed before the first first flight of a new model It is not necessary to do a range check before every flight but is not a bad idea to perform a range check before the first fli...

Page 23: ...etting F S Failsafe PCM Only CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 CH 5 CH 6 N R Model No 1 2 3 4 5 6 N R N R N R N R N R MIXING SETTING PMIX Programmable Mixer Flaperon V Tail Elevon INH ON FLPR INH ON V TL INH ON ELV...

Page 24: ...channels 36 60 receiver crystal FUTL58 Note Note Should you ever wish to change the transmitter frequency the transmitter must be sent to the Futaba Service Center for retuning FUTABA ACCESSORIES AND...

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