FG8 setup flaperon/dual elevator
 

I am about to build an Extra 300 with 2 aileron and 2 elevator servos. I use a R617FSreceiver and would like to use the flaperon mix as well as mixing the elevator into the ailerons.
Now I found some examples in the handbook stating to use ch7, does it have to be this channel or can I assign another channel?
Also, can anyone help me out with programming this?

RE: FG8 setup flaperon/dual elevator
 

What transmitter are you using, we do have some FAQ's on our website that will help you in your setup, but it would be helpful to know which transmitter you have.


Sincerely,
Krysta
Product Development & Support Specialist
Futaba Service Center USA
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RE: FG8 setup flaperon/dual elevator
 

Oops, I forgot. It is a FG8.

RE: FG8 setup flaperon/dual elevator
 

Since you have the 8FG, you can set your transmitter to the correct wing and tail style.

Just go into Model Type and select 2AIL+2FLP for the wing and AILEVATOR for the tail type. Then check your servo screen, you should see that ailerons are 1 and 6 and dual elevators are 2 and 5.

From there, just set AFR and rates up on each channel and you should have what you are looking for.

If you are wanting to mix some Elevator into your Ailerons, you can then go to the Model menu and go into CMBFLP>ELE menu.

Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at this email address. Please be sure to copy all previous emails into any future questions. You can also reach our product support technical team at 217-398-8970, or via fax at 217-398-7721.


Sincerely,
Krysta
Product Development & Support Specialist
Futaba Service Center USA
[email protected]

RE: FG8 setup flaperon/dual elevator
 

ok, I programmed 2ail and 2 flap for the tail. Just to be clear - I do not have flaps, I want to use the ailerons to simulate flaps.
I have 'LD' assigned to control the flaps, but the ailerons don't move when I turn the button.
Did I miss something or do I need to change the tail type?

thanks