User manual AIRTRONICS VG400

[. . . ] (15) (1) (2) TRANSMITTER FEATURES AND FUNTIONS The AIRTRONICS VG400/VG600 Radio Control Systems are primarily intended for the flying of fixed wing model aircraft. (16) (11) (13) LOW MID FULL (14) (8) (10) (4) (3) 1. 18. (9) (5) O N (7) PWR OE (6) (12) (18) (17) Retractable antenna LED Scale Voltage Display Control stick, horizontal-ailerons, vertical-elevator (mode 2) Vertical-throttle (Mode 1) Trim lever, elevator (Mode 2); throttle (Mode1) Trim lever ailerons Name Plate Power Switch Trim lever throttle (Mode 2); elevator (Mode 1) T rim lever rudder Control stick, horizontal-rudder, vertical-throttle (Mode 2) Vertical-elevator (Mode 1) Neck strap connecting hook Servo reverse switches Retract aux Channel (VG600 Only) Trainer button Carrying handle 3 position aux channel flap switch (VG600 Only) Throttle High and Low End point adjustments Ail, Elev, Rud, Flap Servo Travel Adjusters (VG600 Only) (12) (17) VG400 and VG600 FM 4/6 Channel Systems SECTION I SECTION II Safety First for Yourself and Others. Federal Licensing Requirements and Special Operating Standards for Model Airplanes System Features Unpacking and setting up your AIRTRONICS VG400 or VG600 Radio Control System Operation Adjustments We ask that you pay particular attention to the design of the transmitter. Notice that it has been engineered for the most natural and precise control of your choice of flying models. [. . . ] However, in the interest of avoiding undue criticism from affected communities and airspace users, COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS IS ENCOURAGED BY OPERATORS OF RADIO CONTROLLED AND FREE-FLIGHT MODELS. Exercise vigilance for full-scale aircraft (get other people to help if possible) so as not to create a collision hazard. Select an operating site at a sufficient distance from populated areas to avoid creating a noise problem or a potential hazard. Do not fly higher than 400 feet above the surface. Do not operate closer than three miles from the boundary of an airport unless permission to do so by the appropriate air traffic control zone has been designated, or by the airport manager in the case of other airports. Do not hesitate to ask for assistance in complying with these guidelines at the airport traffic control tower, or air route center nearest the site of the proposed operations. · Attractive chrome, and black plastic case with internally collapsible antenna · Throttle High and Low End Point Adjustment · Servo travel adjustment elev, ail, flap, rud (VG600 Only) · Trainer system compatible with our RD6000, Radiant and other Vanguard units · Internal Plug-in 700mah NiCd transmitter battery · 3 Position Aux 6 channel (VG600 Only) RECEIVER Dual conversion 7 channel FM narrow band receiver that meets AMA guid elines for operation at 20 kHz channel spacing. Plug in the AC charger in the wall outlet and connect the proper leads in the transmitter and receiver battery and let charge for a full 24 hours for the first initial charge. After both batteries are fully charged, note the LED display to make sure that the FULL light is operating properly. If the FULL LED will not light up after a 24-hour charge, your transmitter RF output maybe weak, this will need to be sent to AIRTRONICS to be checked. Switch "off" the transmitter and remove all of the other components from the foam packing box containing your AIRTRONICS VG400/VG600 FM radio control system. Figure 2 shows how to connect the components of your system together. Note the servo and switch harness plugs are inserted in the receiver. This will allow you to switch the receiver battery on and or off. At this point, your objective is to get the system operating on your workbench. Once connected, you must then refe r to the corresponding diagram for your system (Figure 3), showing the transmitter control stick's function. CONTROL STICK'S FUNCTIONS AND NAMES ATTACHED TO THOSE FUNCTIONS. 4. 5. NOTE THE FOLLOWING AT THIS POINT: It is of no consequence at this point which servo you plug into which function since your aim is simply to learn and see how the system operates on your bench. The correct channel outputs are indicated on the receiver case. The connectors on your AIRTRONICS radio control system are rugged but should be handled with care. The receiver that came with your unit is designed for the new "Z" connector servos only. The older AIRTRONICS connectors will not work with this new system. You must use a connector plug adapter part #99400Z in order to use older AIRTRONICS servos, switch harness and or batteries. WARNING: IF YOU CONNECT OLDER AIRTRONICS SERVOS AND OR BATTERIES WIT HOUT USING THE CORRECT ADAPTER, YOU MAY SHORT OUT YOUR SYSTEM AND CAUSE MAJOR DAMAGE TO YOUR FLIGHT PACK. SHORTED SYSTEMS WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER ANY WARRANTY. 6. WARNING: Do not attempt to use the transmitter if the LED lights are not visible from MID to Full. [. . . ] Turning the adjustment screw counter clockwise will decreases or soften stick tension. See picture below for adjustment locations. MASTER/TRAINER SYSTEM: The VG400/VG600 FM transmitters have a Master/Trainer (M/T) capability. This allows you to connect another transmitter by use of the Airtronics Training System Cable Part 97100. The expert -level flyer modeler can therefore assist the beginner in learning how to fly. [. . . ]