JR ProPo C.O.L.T., Operation Manual

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▋ Trainer【TRAINER】aka: Buddy Box in the USA
▋ Function Explanation
This function allows two (2) transmitters to be connected via a Trainer cable (available
separately) to allow dual control flight instruction. A skilled pilot can teach a beginner how to fly
an aircraft using this trainer system. The C.O.L.T. can function as Master (Trainer) or Slave (Trainee).
Control can be changed between Master and Slave using the Master Transmitter's Trainer
switches (Trainer momentary switch, or Trim Lever).
▋ Setting Method
As a Master transmitter
When using the C.O.L.T. as a “MASTER”
① The Main Power must be turned on, the transmitter is transmitting Radio Waves, and is bound to the aircraft.
② The Trainer cable is plugged in.
③ The Trim Lever or Trainer Switch (Momentary Toggle switch) are selected using “SW SEL” ‒ by turning these ON/
OFF it is possible to switch control from the Master transmitter to the Slave. There are two modes available for
the Master transmitter.
NORMAL MODE
The Master transmitter always has priority control. Control data
coming from Slave transmitter is only sent to the aircraft by
switching control from Master to Slave. The Slave transmitter has
to be set to “PPM” mode. The Master transmitter has full control
over the model, however, the Slave transmitter does not need to
be exactly the same radio, or a high end transmitter. The Slave
transmitter should be able to output a “PPM” signal, and have a
trainer Jack as the minimum transmitter function requirements.
PROGRAM TRAINER
The Master transmitter can be programmed to choose the control
channels independently for use by the Slave transmitter. Channel-1
(THRO /SPOI), Channel- 2 (AILE), Channel-3 ELEV) Channel-4
(RUDD) - Select one or more of them to be controlled by the Slave
transmitter. This allows the beginner pilot to learn a single control
independently. This is makes it easier to learn, without the worry
of controlling all functions at once. The data coming from Slave
to Master is combined with data from the Master transmitter's
Settings (Trim, Dual rates, Mixing etc…) before being transmitting
to the model. Therefore, The Master transmitter has full control.
However, the Slave transmitter does not need to be a full control
radio. Precise adjustments and settings must be done in the Master transmitter. The Slave transmitter must be selected as
“SLAVE”. This Trainer program is available on most recent JR Computer transmitters.
As a Slave transmitter
When using the transmitter as a “SLAVE”
① The Main Power switch must be turned off (No Radio Waves
are transmitted).
② The Trainer cable must be plugged in.
There are two modes available for the Slave transmitter.
When the Master transmitter is set to Normal mode, the
Slave transmitter should also be set to “NORMAL” mode.
There are no specific setting requirements, however, if the
radio has a Trainer program, do not set it as “SLAVE”.
SLAVE MODE
Use this mode when the Master transmitter is set to “Program Trainer”. When set as “SLAVE”, only the
Gimbals stick functions pass control outputs to the Master transmitter. Therefore, settings such as Dual rates
and Mixing are ignored completely.
※ Possible to confirm the movement and condition in the "Servo Monitor".
Refer to the Page 46 "Servo Monitor【MONITOR】"
▋ Caution Note
Be sure to check for correct function and control prior to commencing flight training using two transmitters. Pay
particular attention to control direction, Dual rates, mixing and etc..
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