HitecMan.... I.m not sure what the man. say's... But I always use dual rates... on maiden
the low rate I set is 30% with about 50-70%expo.... Hi rate is unlimited with max throws..
Then I tune as needed.....

Ohh yes I do... The man. say's to balance 1/4" behind the main spar for the first flight
it also stated after setup their personal favorite CG was 1" behind the spar
Elev. Low rate: 10degs both directions and Hi rate 45.. Ail. Low: 15degs both dir. and
Hi: 35-45 deg. both dir. Rudder: Low 15 deg. both dir. and Hi: as much as possible...