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Opterra
®
1.2M
Transmitter Setup (BNF)
SAFE
®
Plus Technology (BNF with FPV)
There are three confi gurations for the Opterra 1.2m aircraft. A PNP option
(EFL11475) requires pilots to install their selected control and FPV systems.
A BNF Basic package (EFL11450) offers the proven SAFE
®
and AS3X
®
technologies and does not include any FPV equipment or GPS features. The
BNF Basic with FPV package (EFL11460) includes SAFE Plus technology which
adds GPS based features to airplanes for advanced drone-like capabilities. GPS
also enables an On Screen Display (OSD) system to show helpful information
for the fl ight on top of the video image.
In addition to making the airplane generally stable and easy to fl y, SAFE Plus
technology can keep the airplane within the fl ying area, let the pilot have
time to think while the aircraft cruises in a holding pattern, and it can land
the aircraft automatically. No complex programming is required for AutoLand,
Holding Pattern, and Virtual Fence.
When fl ying in beginner mode, the airplane has sensors to prevent aggressive
maneuvering. In that mode, limitations keep the pilot from over-controlling, and
automatic self-leveling makes recovery from risky or confusing attitudes as
simple as releasing the sticks.
With Virtual Fence the airplane uses GPS technology to prevent the pilot from
fl ying too far from home. If the airplane passes the Virtual Fence, the model
will turn around to fl y home by itself. Control is returned to the pilot when the
airplane is within the Virtual Fence again.
Engage Holding Pattern or Loiter mode to enjoy a cruise around the fl ying area,
the model will continue to circle the area in Holding Pattern or Loiter mode
with no pilot commands. When it’s time to land, AutoLand brings the airplane
down and performs an automatic landing with no pilot assistance, right at the
designated home location.
Safe Plus technology fl ight modes are selected at the fl ip of a switch and
include an intermediate mode and advanced mode. Experienced pilots can fl y
without restraints in the AS3X fl ight mode. When fl ying in the AS3X fl ight mode,
self leveling features are disabled.
IMPORTANT:
The included receiver has been programmed
for operation specifi cally in this aircraft. The programming
in this receiver cannot be changed by the user.
•
SAFE Plus Flight modes are selected using Channel 5
IMPORTANT:
A transmitter with a 2-position Channel 5
switch will only allow the use of position 0 or position 2
fl ight modes. If possible, assign the Gear channel (CH 5)
in your transmitter to a 3-position switch to operate all 3
fl ight modes.
•
The Aux 1 channel (CH 6) is used for AutoLand and
should be assigned to a momentary button (I button/
Bind Button)*
Refer to your transmitter manual for more information
regarding switch assigning.
* The Opterra 1.2m aircraft is not compatible with DX4e or
DX5e transmitters.
Transmitter Setup
Computerized Transmitter Setup
(DX6 Gen2/3, DX6e,DX7 Gen2, DX8 Gen2, DX9, DX18 and DX20)
Start all transmitter programming with a blank model (do a model reset), then name the model.
Set Aileron, Elevator, and Rudder Rates to:
HIGH 100%
LOW 70%
DX6
DX6e
DX8
DX9
DX18
DX20
iX12
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Go to CHANNEL ASSIGN:
click NEXT to go to Channel Input Confi g:
GEAR: B (Flight Mode), AUX1*: I (AutoLand)
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
5. Go to Throttle Cut:
set to Switch H, Position: –130
Resulting in:
Switch H
operates Throttle Cut, position 0 is normal
and position 1 cuts power to the throttle.
Switch B
operates the 3 SAFE Plus modes
(0- SAFE/1- SAFE with altitude hold /2- AS3X)
Button I
commands Traffi c Pattern, Loiter and
AutoLand when pressed**
Dual Rate
High Rate
Low Rate
Aileron
100%
70%
Elevator
100%
70%
Rudder
100%
70%
Confi rm AUX1 is not reversed. If AUX1 is reversed, the ESC and the GPS system will not arm,
indicated by full down elevator.**
** BNF with FPV only
The fl ight control system included with BNF versions is compatible with the
CRSF protocol for alternative receivers. Connect the receiver to the CRSF
port and follow the manufacture’s instructions for binding. The fl ight control
system will automatically detect CRSF receivers when connected. Always
verify correct control surface response to control inputs before fl ight.
CRSF compatibility
CAUTION:
Elevon mixing is handled in the fl ight controller.
Do not use an elevon mix with the BNF Basic fl ight
controller or you may experience loss of control. Loss of control
could result in a crash causing personal injury or property damage.
Receiver connection
Receiver connection
LED connection
5v
3.3v GND
