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TBS TANGO 2 Radio

Revision 2021-10-12

Compact all-in-one Remote Control Radio with TBS CROSSFIRE System

The TBS TANGO 2 remote control is an all-in-one system made for R/C enthusiasts. It features a built-in

TBS CROSSFIRE Micro TX radio module. Input controls are provided by full-size hall gimbals. A bright

display shows the radio status and telemetry.

Key features

Compact and ergonomic All-in-one (AIO) radio

Integrated TBS CROSSFIRE Micro TX - up to 500/250mW (rev3/ re2)

Runs TBS FreedomTX, a temporary OpenTX fork

Industry’s lowest latency - only achievable with an AIO solution!

Travel and beginner friendly

Full-size digital hall gimbals

Unconventional low-profile switches for transportability, reliability, and durability

Foldable antenna - also doubles as a kickstand

TBS CLOUD ready (future proof)

Digital trims (compatible with traditional R/C aircraft)

Solid build with quality components

Multi-module capable (rev2 + 3)

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Summary of Contents for 2 Radio

Page 1: ...ures Compact and ergonomic All in one AIO radio Integrated TBS CROSSFIRE Micro TX up to 500 250mW rev3 revision1 2 Runs TBS FreedomTX a temporary OpenTX fork Industry s lowest latency only achievable...

Page 2: ...stick SD card content Configuration controls Changing stick mode Changing channel mixing and end points Flying Wings Radio configuration menu Tools CROSSFIRE Menu is missing Memory card Radio setup Gl...

Page 3: ...ap Bind Model ID Set failsafe Set up switch warning CROSSFIRE functions Status indicator Stick trim Battery protection Alert prompts Inside the radio Removing the battery Changing the flight stick mod...

Page 4: ...ard content Update FreedomTX Update the build in CROSSFIRE Update the SD card content Update from FreedomTX 1 XX to 1 2X or later Firmware dependencies OpenTX mixer bypass Gimbal destination Programmi...

Page 5: ...or 12 channels CROSSFIRE selectable in receiver menu Operating range Variable depending on output power and radio environment Gimbals Full size hall sensor gimbals Adjustable vertical range Adjustable...

Page 6: ...y questions left after reading this manual you should visit the TBS FAQ section Note This manual is written based on FreedomTX 1 31 CROSSFIRE 6 10 and WiFi 2 04 If some functions are not available for...

Page 7: ...Overview The following diagrams indicate the essential input controls green and features red of the radio 7...

Page 8: ...p hook and OLED display Left gimbal and configuration menu buttons Radio control buttons Rocker switch power button ports and speaker Left two position A L1 and three position B L2 switch Right two po...

Page 9: ...ill appear where you can activate USB joystick mode This mode will work with the most common simulators available SD card content The latest SD card content for sound files and scripts can be found on...

Page 10: ...ess enters the radio configuration Page Quick press skips through the different configuration views Long press enters the telemetry view or navigates to the previous page in the menu Exit Go backward...

Page 11: ...the remote is configured to control the airplane i e which sticks operate which controls the aircraft You can swap the stick gimbals by opening up the remote covered later on in the manual By default...

Page 12: ...The mixing end point and reverse settings can be configured in channel settings after you have set up a new flying wing model 1 Quick press the Menu button to enter the Model Setup 2 Change to the Mix...

Page 13: ...se your LUA tools Here you can quickly access your LUA tools scripts like BetaFlight or Kiss LUA To be listed in this place they need to be located under SD card SCRIPTS TOOLS CROSSFIRE Menu is missin...

Page 14: ...tup Configures the major features of the radio Date Current date Time Current time no timezone or daylight Battery range Span of the graphical radio battery meter on the main views must be 3 4 to 4 2V...

Page 15: ...Backlight When the Display should turn on Do not use ON to avoid burn in Continuation of radio setup Splash screen How long to display the start up screen PWR off delay How long you need to hold the p...

Page 16: ...hrottle are inserted on channels 1 4 when creating a new model Mode Determines which sticks move which controls the airplane Invert Rotary inverter the way the rotary works when selecting stuff not th...

Page 17: ...s Sets the type of switches Battery calibration Use a multimeter to measure and input the voltage RTC battery shows the actual RTC battery voltage Check RTC checks the voltage of the RTC battery Versi...

Page 18: ...page 6 CALIBRATION If the initial calibration was incorrect re do it by pressing the Enter button and follow the instructions IMPORTANT on the final step do NOT move the sticks to their combined extr...

Page 19: ...ear flight timers and telemetry Statistics Metrics on the model and radio Model select Manage your models and categories Left column Lists categories navigate through them with PAGE Right column Lists...

Page 20: ...ep This can be aborted any time by pressing EXIT Press the Page button to go to the next screen Select model type Pick the base for the new model the type of aircraft Answer each step to generate the...

Page 21: ...r the configuration menu and switch screens with the Page button OpenTX setup Configures the general OpenTX features Model name Specify profile name Timer1 Timer2 Timer3 Countdown timers Name Specify...

Page 22: ...allowed Preflight Trigger alert when the following checks fail Checklist Display contents of a text file T Warning Throttle high warning S Warning Defined switch state warning Center beep Beep when pa...

Page 23: ...for smooth transitions between modes Configure the selected flight mode Mode name Identifiable name Trims R E T A when shown mean the mode has its own trim setting for that control Fade in Smooth tran...

Page 24: ...is set up you will not see any stick movement on the receiver side Outputs On the output screen each channel can be adapted to the mechanical characteristics of the model CH1 CH32 Servo output control...

Page 25: ...ial functions This is the place where switches can be used to trigger special functions such as soundtrack playback speech output of variables etc 1 64 Special function specific configuration screens...

Page 26: ...Sensors Detailed information on the CROSSFIRE related Sensors can be found in the CROSSFIRE manual Set the Warning Critical level to 75 and 65 Start Stop discovery Start End sensor search Add a new se...

Page 27: ...button on the main screen Usage Neck strap The optional neck strap hooks into the center of the radio It is made of metal so it will last a lifetime You will need to purchase the neck strap hook to a...

Page 28: ...SFIRE manual as well as the FAQ section for other problems Model ID When you bind a receiver you can set up if it should only bind to a specific receiver This feature is useful if you use a Model with...

Page 29: ...e 3 Select the Set failsafe menu item and wait for the failsafe to be stored on the receiver Set up switch warning 1 Press the Menu button and navigate with the PAGE button to the SETUP page 2 Scroll...

Page 30: ...connected to the USB C connector Button LED indicator Status Pulsing Ready trying to connect to a receiver or no down link established Green Solid link 150Hz or 50Hz link mode active Blue OTA Update...

Page 31: ...s by the push of a button Details can be found here Battery protection The battery protection in the remote is based on nominal voltage as follows Battery voltage Condition 3 81V and over Battery leve...

Page 32: ...the following events happen 1 Battery low alert described in the previous section 2 Telemetry data about the low RSSI 3 Telemetry lost alert 4 When a timer is expired 5 Inactivity alarm More alerts c...

Page 33: ...to open up the remote control Warranty will remain intact of course First remove the two rubber covers on the backside by using a plastic spudger to lift the tabs out of the housing Then remove the si...

Page 34: ...a replacement from TBS or make a custom one and install it directly in place of the original pack The stock battery provides 5000mAh for approx 8 hours of runtime Changing the flight stick mode Diffe...

Page 35: ...ase the tension and clockwise to increase the tension If you rather prefer a ratchet clicking stick loosen the left screw entirely and increase the tension of the right screw Adjusting stick tension I...

Page 36: ...ease the limit There are 2x M1 4x6 machine thread screws included with every TANGO 2 PRO Recalibration is required after the adjustment Upgrading changing the gimbals Remove the twelve 12 screws holdi...

Page 37: ...no electrical connections between the gimbal and the remote Recalibration will be required after this step Changing gimbal springs The radio comes with a set of softer springs pro only on the standar...

Page 38: ...can be a bit tedious and only recommended for experienced users A special trick is to first attach the springs to the lever keeping tension on it with a tweezer and then installing back the plastic ho...

Page 39: ...ose the housing be careful when unhooking the U FL antenna connector remove the rubber retainer first Unscrew the two screws holding the stock antenna in place remove the antenna and metal bracket Put...

Page 40: ...lly reconnect by Connect is required Forget WiFi erases all saved networks and their passwords Upgrade starts the self update for the WiFi firmware FW 2 03 or later required MAVLink UDP TCP MAVLink se...

Page 41: ...oad and unpack the firmware files for the WiFi module from TBS Connect the CROSSFIRE TX to your radio and power it up On your PC or phone search for a new WiFi network like TBS_XF_AP_xxxxxx Connect yo...

Page 42: ...the found network you want to connect to the name will be entered for you Enter your password and hit Connect Disconnect When you refresh the WebUI page after a few seconds you will see the IP addres...

Page 43: ...r later Detailed information on how to use Agent X can be found here A video series on how to upgrade your radio can be found here Backing up the SD card content This backup is not necessary for the u...

Page 44: ...ware version an click on Upgrade refresh downgrade 8 Hit Update and wait for the Agent to finish it Update the build in CROSSFIRE 1 Power up your TANGO 2 and connect it by USB C 2 In the prompt select...

Page 45: ...ow the update process stops at Verification and the T2 Display shows Pls update CROSSFIRE When you leave the FreedomTX overview in Agent X you ll find the Micro TX in Bootloader mode update the CROSSF...

Page 46: ...ttle Rudder Use this sequence when configuring your flight controller You can activate it under CROSSFIRE TX Radio Settings Gimbal Dst FreedomTX FreedomTX mixer active bypass deactivated XF Mode 1 4 B...

Page 47: ...Self holding switches Switch E and F If you want the momentary switches E and F to behave like switch A and D you can set up the Sticky function in the Special Functions page 47...

Page 48: ...n the mixer instead of the button Instant trim How does it work Hold the sticks in the position where your plane is flying leveled and hit the button where you have assigned the function to Now the st...

Page 49: ...eaker connector or by looking in the CROSSFIRE LUA CROSSFIRE TX About V1 About page Version 1 01 PCB label V006G Initial release 250mW max power no module bay connector V2 About page Version 1 2 PCB l...

Page 50: ...k on module bay including the required parts at the TBS shop Follow the steps in the picture below This is an easy task and can be done within 10 minutes easily Important note The FrSky XJT mini modul...

Page 51: ...d to assign the switches in the Mixer page of your model to a channel you d like it to be For detailed information on the mixer page have a look at Painless360 s OpenTX video series The switches on ch...

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