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The Optic 6 Sport 2.4 advanced features include:

Model Memory: 

The computer's memory is capable of storing all the necessary trim settings and all the mixes and their nuances for each model (up to a total 
of ten models can be registered in  Optic 6 Sport 2.4).
The memory is non-volatile-that is, it won't be lost even if the transmitters battery is discharged or even removed.

Pre-mixed Flight Control Functions:

 

The Optic 6 Sport 2.4 computer automatically mixes rudder and elevator outputs to control a V-tail or mixes aileron and elevator 
outputs to create elevons for tail-less flying wings, eliminating the need for on-board mixing systems. 
Other pre-mixes include an aileron-to-rudder mix so turns are automatically coordinated and an elevator-to-flap mix for snap-turns.

Sub-Trim Function: 

This computerized radio allows you to easily fine-tune and coordinate the control surfaces (such as keeping a rudder centered or two 
ailerons-each on their own servo-moving the same amount) without having to physically re-adjust linkages.

Open Mix Capability: 

The Optic Sport also features one "open-mix" in which you can choose any two channels to mix the servos master-to-slave, such as mixing 
the throttle with the elevator to counteract pitching or the throttle with the rudder to reduce yawing

Buddy-Box Function: 

For those learning to fly, the transmitter has a "buddy-box" capability so that you can use the optional trainer cord (part # xxxx) to connect 
your Optic 6 Sport 2.4 to a second Hitec transmitter. 
This allows one transmitter to be used by an instructor as the primary flight control while the other is controlled by the student pilot.
Releasing a button instantly diverts control from the student's "slave" back to the master transmitter. 

If OPTIC 6 SPORT 2.4 is your first programmable radio control transmitter, you're probably feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the buttons and 
switches on the case and the cryptic symbols that appear on the radio's LCD screen. 
However, if you take little time to read this manual and follow the programming steps as you watch your model's control surfaces respond,  
programming the Optic 6 Sport 2.4 will soon become quite routine.
So stick with it. Learning the programming basics won't take any longer or require any more brain power than it takes to do the average 
crossword or Sudoku puzzle. 
You'll discover that the rewards for mastering this simple but powerful computerized, programmable radio are well worth the effort.

Congratulations! You now own a basic, but unusually versatile and powerful, 6-Channel programmable RC transmitter. 
The Optic 6 Sport 2.4 is all the radio you need to fly most types of fixed-wings aircraft-from standard trainers to flying wings to 3-D aerobatic 
models to sailplanes (both powered or pure)-as well as most classes of helicopters. As you will learn later in this manual, the ability of this radio to 
mix and control many of the channel outputs in a variety of ways allows you to create some surprisingly sophisticated flying functions that were 
once available only in much more complex and expensive radios. 
Standard programming features include servo-reversing for all channels, subtrim adjustments on all channels, end point adjustment on all 
channels and selectable dual rate and exponential values for the ailerons, elevator and rudder. 
The primary limitation of this radio is that your models require six or less control channels. 

If you are new to Computerized RC Transmitters:

Introducing the Optic 6 Sport

TIP :
Throughout the manual you will see our "Tip Sheet" notes. 
These highlight specific function details we didn't want you to miss within the body of  the manual. 
Check these out, they can make programming the Optic Sport easier. 

Summary of Contents for OPTIC 6 Sport

Page 1: ...AL COMPUTER RADIO SYSTEM SYSTEM 2 4 Function Assignable Switches Easy to Read LCD Screen Bulit in Hitec AFHSS 2 4GHz System INSTRUCTION MANUAL 0678 6CH 2 4GHz DIGITAL COMPUTER RADIO SYSTEM 2 4 Made in...

Page 2: ...C 6 SPORT 2 4 is your first programmable radio control transmitter you re probably feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the buttons and switches on the case and the cryptic symbols that appear on the radi...

Page 3: ...emperature extremes For protection wrap the receiver in the provided Flight Preserver foam rubber or use some other vibration absorbing materials If your flying near bodies of water it s also a good i...

Page 4: ...ally power on the STUDENT transmitter Though it is powered on the STUDENT transmitter will not transmit the radio signal as long as the trainer cable is connected properly 1 To use the trainer system...

Page 5: ...n their vicinity Flying Safety Stick Length Adjustment You may adjust the stick tension of your sticks to provide the feel that you like for flying To adjust your springs you ll have to remove the rea...

Page 6: ...of using this function whenever you are carrying your model to the flight line LOCK button KEEP YOUR HANDS AWAY FROM THE PROPELLER OR ROTORS EVEN AFTER ENABLING THE LOCK FUNCTION A RADIO GLITCH COULD...

Page 7: ...with Dual LED indicator has two colored LEDs blue and red for status indication and for set up process indication of 2 4GHz system This function button can be used for Link ID Setting process between...

Page 8: ...on is easy and simple insert the antenna into the supported Antenna holder and stick it to the desired spot you wish to install Optima 6 Receiver Features Optima Receiver Connection Diagrams Follow th...

Page 9: ...e are available 2 4GHz channels that can be used by your Hitec AFHSS 2 4 system The following will explain how Normal Mode and Scan Mode use the channels Normal Mode In this mode the receiver transmit...

Page 10: ...switch to Scan Mode noted by the blue and red LED and one beep Switching from Normal Mode to Scan Mode 1Sec 3Sec 3Sec Turn on transmitter then the receiver You will hear two short beep sound for Scan...

Page 11: ...ivers into other aircraft to be controlled by your Aurora Note both module and receiver need to re boot turn the power off and back on FAIL SAFE and Hold Mode FAIL SAFE Setup If you use the FAIL SAFE...

Page 12: ...a regulator set up or a commercially available BEC with enough capacity 3A or more capacity is recommended The SPC system was partially created to be integrated into future Hitec telemetry system devi...

Page 13: ...symbol in the black box at the bottom of the screen indicates which switch SW1 or SW3 needs to be reset to Normal Rx Ch ACRO GLID HELI Aileron Aileron Roll Cyclic One or Right Flaperon FLPN ON or Rig...

Page 14: ...information on using the timer function Otherwise move down to the next menu item 5 Select the control s Mode configuration 6 Select the signal shift Under the word MODE the number 2 is blinking by d...

Page 15: ...itial setup menu Go ahead and switch the transmitter on you are now in the standard operating screen In the upper left hand corner it will say ACRO and to the right there will be a large number tellin...

Page 16: ...direction The EPA function is normally used to prevent any servos from binding at the ends of their travel 1 To set the RIGHT TURN aileron motion which is upward on the right wing and downward on the...

Page 17: ...blinking if it isn t already by default The default value showing on the screen should be 100 but notice the extra little zero next to the 100 This indicates that the rate is this value 100 when the s...

Page 18: ...o servos simultaneously This is especially useful if you are using two elevator servos one to each half of the elevator In flight if the elevator needs to be trimmed you can make the adjustment with t...

Page 19: ...a rudder control to the aileron stick movement refer to the Aileron Rudder mix on page 26 Use a small percentage of mix for coordinated turns or set it up at 100 mix if your plane does not have ailero...

Page 20: ...buttons simultaneously Now we are ready to feed in values for the ailerons and elevator for pitch compensation when you pull the switch toward you You could of course choose to activate the mode with...

Page 21: ...der the default value of 100 If it isn t you can return to the default value immediately by pressing the Clear button Next to the 100 a 0 indicates that switch SW 2 is in the 0 position if it isn t pu...

Page 22: ...back to this section when you are ready to begin the setup 1 Start with the correct model type GLID in the Initial Setup Menu 2 Access the main programming menu then use the REV function and make sure...

Page 23: ...ints inside circle Too much coupling or differential Reduce one or both ADIF Aileron Differential Initial Menu Feature Review for GLID Programming The following item is located in the Initial Menu as...

Page 24: ...on CH 6 to 75 of their travel If you have two flap servos they should be connected with a Y harness to the channel 6 slot on the receiver 4 Finally curser to CH 2 and set the elevator travel value so...

Page 25: ...smitters in the gyro s manual 7 Program 35 EXPO values for Roll Ch 1 and Pitch Ch 2 8 After your heli is all ready to fly put it on a shelf and go get an R C flight simulator program for your PC Spend...

Page 26: ...this menu you can program specific control functions and the value the amount of servo travel for the particular model helicopter you selected earlier in the initial setup menu Go ahead and switch th...

Page 27: ...ttle hold 3 You begin a point 1 which will be blinking This is the idle position and will have a default value of 0 Press the DATA Increase or Decrease button to change the setting to your desired val...

Page 28: ...type does contain the SWAH menu The swash default settings are shown below The Throttle Hold function moves the engine throttle servo to a selected position near idle and disengages it from the throt...

Page 29: ...aileron 7 If all the servos tilt the swash aft with up elevator stick go to the next step If they tilt the swash forwards press the CURSOR Right button once to get to the elevator setting menu the arr...

Page 30: ...E CH5 ON INH ON INH ON INH NOR ST1 ST2 ST3 V TAL A R E F CROW CAMB ADIF FLT C TIMER MODE ON INH TRM 0 1 0 1 D R EXP S TRM S REV ELEV CH2 ELEV CH4 RUDD CH4 RUDD CH2 MODEL TYPE HELI SFT N P MODEL NAME 0...

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