7. Initialization (Pitch Twitch, V is lit)
During Initialization, VBar goes through a self-test. The helicop-
ter must be at rest during this test. When the test is finished,
you will see a brief twitching (jump) of the swash plate, VBar
Control will show ‚Connect‘. Also the V will light up solid green.
11. Operation
Upon successful initialization of the VBar and pre-flight check
you may proceed to the maiden flight with your VBar. At the
field you may further adjust any setting using your VBar Control.
Trim flight:
During a trim flight, VBar performs all necessary trims of the
helicopter automatically (elevator, aileron, tail). A trim flight is
not necessary if the servo linkages are installed mechanically
correct, the swash plate is leveled, and the center of gravity
is set properly.
To perform a trim flight, turn on the helicopter while the stick
for collective is at full positive. The VBar confirms this with a
short double-twitch (jump)
of the swash plate. It is best to
perform the trim flight in very calm weather conditions. For
further information on how to perform a trim flight, click on
“Trim flight info”
in the flight menu.
