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ADVANCED FLYING FEATURES
FLYBAR WEIGHTS
The Twister CP Gold is equipped with adjustable
fl ybar weights. As the weights are moved further
out, stability increases. Moving the fl ybar weights
inboard will make the helicopter more responsive to
cyclic commands.
If the fl ybar weights are moved, the balance of the
fl ybar MUST be checked after the adjustment. To
do this, all linkages to the fl ybar must be released
and then observe if the fl ybar seesaw unit falls a
particular way.
Adjust the weights until the unit is balanced.
3D/IDLE UP SWITCH
The 3D/Idle Up switch on the Twister Computer
transmitter is used when performing advanced
aerobatic manoeuvres. When the switch is
activated (pulled forward), a new throttle curve and
pitch curve is applied.
With Idle Up on, collective pitch travel is increased
at low stick, whilst at the same time, power is never
allowed to fall below 60% over the lower half of the
throttle stick travel.
The effect of Idle Up is to provide high power at low
stick positions thus providing a constant rotor speed
during aerobatic manoeuvres.
WARNING!
Do not use the 3D/Idle Up switch unless you are an
experienced RC helicopter pilot.
FLIGHT TRAINING GUIDE
THE FLYING AREA
If this is your fi rst conventional rotor helicopter, it is
recommended that the initial fl ights be carried out in
conditions with very little or no wind.
Make sure that the fl ying area is clear of obstacles
and people while coming to terms with the fl ight
characteristics and feel of the Twister CP Gold.
STEP 1-POSITIONING
Make sure all the controls are operating correctly
and position yourself approximately 2-3 metres
behind the helicopter and slightly off to one side so
that the nose is visible.
A smooth surface is also recommended.
Pro Tip
................................ When fl ying the helicopter,
you must always watch the nose. If the nose yaws
to the left then right rudder (tail rotor) must be
applied to correct this.
STEP 2-ROTOR SPIN UP
Watch the nose of the helicopter and slowly apply
just enough throttle that the helicopter becomes
light on its landing skids.
Observe whether or not the helicopter tends to tilt
forwards, backwards, left or right.
Use the trim levers on the transmitter to correct
any of these tendencies. E.g. if the helicopter tilts
forward, apply some back elevator trim; if the
helicopter tilts to the right, apply some left aileron
trim.
Pro Tip
................................ At this stage we want
the helicopter to remain on the ground. Only apply
throttle gently and in small amounts. Applying too
much throttle too quickly can cause the helicopter
to leap in the air making it extremely diffi cult to keep
control.
STEP 3-GOING FOR A WALK
The helicopter should now be trimmed and you
should be in a position to start learning to take your
Twister CP Gold ‘for a walk’. These fi rst few fl ights
should be made with the helicopter on the ground
and on a smooth surface.
Apply throttle until the helicopter is light on its skids
and add a small amount of forward elevator (fore
& aft cyclic control).
Apply enough throttle that the helicopter starts
to move slowly forwards. Watch for any change
of direction and be ready to use the transmitter
controls to correct this.
Reduce throttle immediately should you have any
diffi culties maintaining control.
3D/Idle Up Switch
Flybar weights
