System Section
TRN—TRAINER SYSTEM
The Trainer function makes it possible for the
instructor pilot to choose which functions and
channels are to be used for instruction, making it
possible to match the training difficulty to the
student's skill level. A special function called Cor-
rection Control makes it possible for the instructor
to make corrections without overriding the stu-
dent's inputs. Two transmitters must be connected
by an optional Trainer/Data Transfer cord, and the
Instructor transmitter should be programmed for
trainer operation, as described below.
Operation is simple: when the Instructor acti-
vates the trainer switch, the Student has control of
the aircraft (if the mixing mode is turned on, the
Instructor can make corrections while the student
has control). When the Instructor releases the
switch, control is regained. This is very useful
when the Student gets the aircraft into an undesir-
able situation.
The training system will work with any PCM
1024Z series transmitter. Futaba's 5U and 7U
series of transmitters may also be connected for a
student's usage. Note that in some cases a low
battery warning may appear on the 7U series, but
operation is unaffected by this warning.
- ACT/ INH Selection
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Menu
Channel Selection Keys
ON/OFF Toggle
Switch Setting
Instructor-Controlled
Channel Selection
Correction Mixing
Channel Selection
TRAINER MODE SETUP
To place the PCM 1024Z into the Trainer mode, press
the TRN key from the System Menu. The Rkey succes-
sively toggles between ACTIVATE and INHIBIT, with the
current mode displayed just to the left of the key. Once
activated, the operation mode for each channel is selected.
PLACE THE STUDENT TRANSMITTER IN PPM PULSE
MODE. The instructor's transmitter may be in any trans-
mission mode.
Controls and functions in both transmitters should be
matched. With two PCM 1024Z transmitters, matching
may be done easily using the Data Transfer DTN key
described on page 30. When using 5U and 7U transmitters,
be sure that EACH transmitter command works properly
before flying. All channel assignments and throw direc-
tions must be identical.
The Instructor's power switch should be turned on,
with its antenna fully extended. The student's transmitter
switch must always be turned off. In addition, the student
must not operate his trainer switch, or problems may
occur.
CHANNEL SELECTION
Select the desired channel using the E to L up-arrow
keys. At this point, one can choose from student-only
control and correction control. For Student-only control,
press the P (TRN) key. This will cause the lower
square in the chosen channel to become filled. For Cor-
rection control, press the
(MIX) key. This action
fills in the upper square in the active channel. If neither
square is filled, only the instructor can control this partic-
ular function.
SETTING UP THE ON/OFF SWITCH
The default switch for the trainer ON/OFF function is
the spring-loaded switch SW(H), with forward in the ON
position. This switch must be held ON continuously for
the student to have control. For convenience, the alter-
nate switch function (ALT) may be used to set this switch
so that it is alternately turned on and off successively
each time the switch is operated.
The location of the activation switch, as well as its
direction and operation, may changed using the switch
setting screen available by pressing the O (SWT) key.
For more details on the switch setting menu, see page 37.
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