JAMARA FCX6 Pro Transmitter Instruction Manual

FCX6 Pro Tel
Emisora | Transmitter

FCX6 Pro Transmitter

Instruction

 General information

Jamara e.K. is not liable for any damage caused to the product itself or by it, if this is due to improper operation or handling errors. The customer alone bears the full responsibility for the proper use and handling, including in particular, assembling, charging and using the model, and selecting the area in which to use it. Please refer  to the  operating and user instructions, which contain important information and warnings.

Certificate of Conformity
Hereby JAMARA e.K. declares that the product “FCX6 Pro Tel, No. 061260“ comply with Directives 2014/53/EU, 2011/65/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following Internet address: www.jamara-shop.com/Conformity

For model building only – Not a toy!
Read the complete instructions and security instructions carefully before using the model.
Caution! Please fully and carefully read warnings/ safety instructions.
These are for our own security and can avoid accidents/injuries.

Box contents:

• 6 channel 2,4 GHz Transmitter
• 6 Channel 2,4 GHZ Receiver AFHDS 2A
• Link plug (binding pin)
• Manual

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Features:

• 2.4GHz AFHDS 2A Digital proprtional Radio Control System

• AFHDS 2A / AFHDS can be switched on / off, thus, using the receivers of the previous
  model possible

• Adjustment of transmitter voltage (low V, Alarm, High V)

• Fail Safe can be set in channel 1 – 6 in AFHDS 2A Mode

• 6 channel

• 4 programmable Switches

• 2 programmable Poti

• Display

• Acrobatics, Heli menu

• 20 Model Memory

• Servo-Reverse

• Delta

• V-Tail

• Dualrate

• Expo

• Copy existing models

• Trainer/Simulator socket

• 170 x 95 x 190 mm

•  407,2 g

Technical data Receiver FCX 6 Pro Tel 2,4 GHz

2,4 GHz System
AFHDS2A stands for „Automatic Frequency Hopping Digital System 2A“. This highly sophisticated radio transmission system will guarantee you a long range, jamming free and long battery life experience.
This is the result of years of research and testing and makes Jamara one of the word leader in the market.
Danger
Misuse of this radio system can lead to serious injuries or death. Please read completely this manual and only operate your radio system according to it.
The 2,4 GHz radio band has a comletely different behavior than previously used lower frequency bands. Keep always your model in sight as a large object can block the RF  signal and lead to loss of control and danger. The 2,4 GHz RF signal propagates in straight lines and cannot get around objects on its path. Never grip the transmitter  antenna when operating a model as it degrades significantly the RF signal quality and strength and may cause loss of control and danger.
Danger
Always turn on the transmitter first then the receiver. When turning off the system, always turn off the receiver first than the transmitter. This is to avoid having the receiver  on itself as it may pick a wrong signal and lead to erratic servo movements. This is particularly important for electric powered models as it may unexpectedly turn on the motor and lead to injuries or death.

System Characteristic

This radio systems works in the frequency range of 2.4000 to 2.4835 GHz.
Thins band has been divided into 160 independent channels. Each radio system uses 16 different channels and 160 different types of hopping algorithm. By using various  switch-on times, hopping scheme and channel frequencies, the system can guarantee a jamming free radio transmission.

This radio system uses a high gain and high quality multidirectional antenna. It covers the whole frequency band. Associated with a high sensitivity receiver, this radio system  uarantees a jamming free long range radio transmission.

Each transmitter has au unique ID. When binding with a receiver, the receiver saves that unique ID and can accepts only data from that unique transmitter. This avoid picking  another transmitter signal and dramatically increases interference immunity and safely.

This radio system uses low power electronic components and a very sensitive receiver chip. The HF modulation uses intermittent signal transmission thus reducing even  more power consumption. Comparatively, this radioa system uses only a tenth of the power of a standard FM system.  AFHDS2A system has the automatic identification function, which can switch automatically current mode between single-way communication mode with data return  function can help users understand current working status better and make the fight more enjoyable. AFHDS2A has built-in multiple channel coding and error-correction, which improve the stability of the communication, reduce the error ratio and extend the reliable  ransmission distance.

Dual antenna notes
In order to make sure maximum distance between the transmitter and receiver please follow the directions below:

1. The two antennas must be kept as straight as possible. Otherwise, control range will be reduced.
2. The two antennas should be placed at a 90 degree angle to each other, as illustrated in the tree pictures below.
3.  The antennas must be kept away from conductive materials, such as metal and carbon. A distance of at least 1,5 cm is required for safe operating. Conductive materials will not affect the coaxial part of the antenna, but it is important that the coaxials are not bend to a severe radius.
4. Keep antennas away from the motor, speed controller and other noise soures as much as possible.

Receiver and servo connections

2,4 GHz Operation notes
1. Binding
The supplied transmitter and receiver are already bound at production time so you don‘t need to do it. If you are using another transmitter or receiver, you have to first bind  them before use as described below:

1. Install batteries in the transmitter and turn it off.
2.  Connect the binding jumper to the battery port of the receiver.
3. Connect the battery of the receiver to any channel power supply. The red LED with blink indicating that it is in binding mode.
4. Press and hold the bind key of the transmitter and turn it on.
5. The binding process is finished when the red indicator on receiver flashes more slowly than before. Pull out the binding wire and the red indicator stays on.
6.  Disconnect the receiver battery.
7. Turn off then back on the transmitter.
8. Connect all the servos to the receiver then connect its battery.
9. Check if all servos are working as expected.
10. If anything is wrong, restart this procedure from the beginning.
11. Once you have programmed and set-up your model, you should bind once again so that the set parameters are assigned tot he Transmitter/ Receiver.

2. Power on

1. Connect all parts.
2. Switch on the transmitter.
3. Connect the receiver battery.
4. The receiver red LED indicator is solid indicating the presence of a correct signal.
5. Use the radio system.

3. Shut down

1. Disconnect the receiver battery.
2. Switch off the transmitter.

Definition of key funktions throttle left

1 2,4 GHz Antenna
2 Rotary poteniometer VRB (free programmable)
3 Switch B (free programmable)
4 Switch A (free programmable)
5 Mode 2 = Throttle/Rudder stick
Mode 4 = Throttle/Aileron stick
6 Throttle Trim
7 Mode 2 = Rudder Trim
Mode 4 = Aileron Trim
8 Key up
9 Key down
10 LCD Display
11 Bonding button
12 Rotary poteniometer VAA (free programmable)| 13 Switch C (free programmable)
14 Switch D (free programmable)
15 Hook
16 Mode 2 = Aileron/Elevator stick
Mode 4 = Elevator/Rudder stick
17 Elevator Trim
18 Mode 2 = Aileron Trim
Mode 4 = Rudder Trim
19 Enter button
20 Exit / Back button
21 Power switch
22 Simulator connecter
23 Battery box
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Definition of key funktions throttle right

1 2,4 GHz Antenna
2 Rotary poteniometer VRB (free programmable)
3 Switch B (free programmable)
4 Switch A (free programmable)
5 Mode 1 = Elevator/Rudder stick
Mode 3 = Elevator/Aileron stick
6 Elevator Trim
7 Mode 1 = Aileron Trim
Mode 3 = Rudder Trim
8 Key up
9 Key down
10 LCD Display
11 Bonding button| 12 Rotary poteniometer VAA (free programmable)
13 Switch C (free programmable)
14 Switch D (free programmable)
15 Hook
16 Mode 1 = Throttle/Aileron stick
Mode 3 = Throttle/Rudder stick
17 Throttle Trim
18 Mode 1 = Rudder Trim
Mode 3 = Aileron Trim
19 Enter button
20 Exit / Back button
21 Power switch
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Warning:
For your safely, the 4 switches of the transmitter must be in their „off“ postition and throttle stick must be the lowest position when turning the transmitter on. If not, a  warning screen will be displayed until all switches are in the right position.
Main screen

8. Mode type
9. Right trim

1. Besides the modulations type (AFHDS2A or AFHDS), the main screen displays the following information:

2.  Selected model number (1 to 20): 20 different models can be saved in the transmitter allowing you to instantly switch to 20 different models.

3. Model name: each model can be named with a 8 characters name that allow you to easily recognize the associated models.

4. AFHDS 2A: Shows the data of telemetry
   AFHDS: The four trimming bars show the position of the set value

5. AFHDS 2A: The four trimming bars show the position of the set value
   AFHDS: Shows capacity of transmitter battery

6.  AFHDS 2A: As in point 5 – AFHDS
   AFHDS: Shows the chosen model type

7.  AFHDS 2A: Shows capacity of receiver battery
   AFHDS: The four trimming bars show the position of the set value

8. AFHDS 2A: Shows the chosen model type

Main Menu
The main menu is seperated into two sections, system and functions setup. The system menu allows you to set up the transmitter and manage the 20 models. The function  menu is used to set up each model seperately. To enter the main menu, long press the „OK„ . Then use the „Up“ and „Down“ Key to select the desired submenue and press  again „OK“. Then, use the „Up“ and „Down“key to select the desired submenu and press again „OK“.
Most of following screens work according to this simple scheme:

1. Use the „OK“ key to select the parameter to modify.
2. Use the „UP“ and „Down“ key to modify the value of the selected parameter.
3. Long Press the „Cancel“ key to exit and save the new parameters.
4. Short Press the „Cancel“ key to exit without saving the new parameters.

To return to the previous screen, press the „Cancel“ key. You can repeat that operation until the main screen.

Model select
Use this function to select the active model among the 20 available models. Doing so, you can set up and save all required parameters to fly 20 different models and switch instantly between them.

Model name
Use this function to chance the name associated with the currently selected model. Press „OK“ to select the letter of the name to change then use the “UP“ or “DOWN“ key to change the selected letter.

Type select
AFT (Collective und Cyclic Pitch Mixing) 90 °, 120 ° and140 °. Use this function to select the type of aircraft or helicopter the current model is controlling. The „Functions  etup“ menu will be filled accordingly. The transmitter supports airplanes (including V-tail configuration), fixed  and variable pitch helicopters and Swash AFT (Collective and  Cyclic Pitch Mixing) 90°, 120° and 140°.

Model copy
Use this function to copy one model settings to another. The target model settings will be deleted and replaced by the source model settings. Since this command is  estructive, a confirmation will be asked. Press „OK“ to execute the copy, select „Yes“ with “UP“ or “DOWN“ key then press „OK“ again to confirm.

Model reset
This function will reset the currently selected model to its default. The other models will not be affected.
This can be useful when a setup is going nowhere and need a fresh start. Since this function is  destructive, a confirmation will be asked.

RX Setup
The transmitter enables you to receivers with the code „AFHDS 2A“ and „AFHDS“. Ex works, the transmitter is set to the enclosed „AFHDS 2A“-encoded receiver. If you  want to operate a receiver with the code „AFHDS“, the transmitter must be switched first and then the receiver must be bound to the transmitter. Please refer to the section Binding on page. 3

• Select ‚„RX Setup“ menu and and confirm by „OK“ button
• The menu item „AFHDS 2A“ is already selected and can be activated with the button „OK“.
• The buttons „UP“ or „DOWN“ switch the digital encoding „AFHDS 2A“ off. The display shows „Off“.
• Pushing the button „OK“ saves the setting and the display shows the digital code „AFHDS“. If the transmitter works with the digital code „AFHDS“, the menu „RX  Setup“ only shows the digital code as a setting option.
• Push the button „CANCEL“ repeatedly until you get back to the operating display.
• Then, a binding process has to be performed.
• Switch back to „AFHDS 2A“ according to the same principle as described above.

PPM Output

• Select ‚„RX Setup“ menu and and confirm by „OK“ button
• Use the buttons „UP“ or „DOWN“ to select the menu item „PPM-Output“ and activate it with the button „OK“.
• With the „UP“ or „DOWN“ button can be changed this setting. „OFF“ or „ON“ appears on the display.
• Pushing the button „OK“ saves the setting.
• Push the button „CANCEL“ repeatedly until you get back to the operating display.

RX Battery
Depending on the receiver voltage supply used, this menu can be used to set the voltage values where the remote control visually and acoustically displays threatening deep discharge.
Since the adjustable voltage values depend on each other, it may be required to increase the voltage value for a fully charged rechargeable battery first, to then be able to enter  higher alarm values as well.
If the set thresholds are undercut, the battery icon for the receiver battery will flash at operation of the remote control and the remote control transmitter will make warning or alarm sounds.

• Low voltage:
  set the minimum voltage value. The battery is empty when the actual battery voltage value is lower than this value.

• Alarm voltage:
  set the alarm voltage. an audible alarm rings and the receiver battery icon in the top tray blinks when actual battery voltage value is lower than this value.

• High voltage:
  set the maximum voltage value. The battery is in full charge state when the actual battery voltage is equal to this value.

Fail Safe
This function is used for setting the data of failsafe. Once the signal of receiver is lost, the one or more servos will back to preset position. „turn off“ means the relevant servos will keep the last position when the signal is lost.
Setting methods: Short press „OK“, choose one channel to set failsafe function, if the channel is in the needed position, and keep it, short press „OK“, than the position of servo will be saved. „ALL Channels“ is used for setting all activated channels at a time. Press „Chancel“ after finishing all setting to save the failsaft data.

Sensor list
If shows al sensors`type, code and value, it can connect 15 sensors at most.

Choose sensor
Main screen can show 3 sensors‘ value, this function can select sensor which need to show, if you don‘t select sensor, it will show teh default one.

Speed-distance
Speed sensor:
Select the rotation speed sensor to use. If none is seledted, this function is disabled.
Set rotation length:
Set the vehicle travel distance corresponding to one rotation speed sensor. This distance is used to control the virtual speed and odometers sensor.
Reset odometer:
Touch „Reset odometer 1“ or „Reset odometer 2“ to reset the corres ponding odometer.
Odometer 1: it is used for recording the distance traveled by the vehicle on time.
Odometer 2: it is used for recording the distance traveled by the vehicle.

i-Bus Setup
This function is used to expand data channel.

Servos freq
Use the buttons „UP“ or „DOWN“ to set the desired servo control frequency. If the button „OK“ is pushed and held, the factory parameters are called.
Important!
When using analogue servos, the servo control frequency must not exceed 50 Hz, since the servos are otherwise destroyed. If you operate only digital servos at the receiver,  the value to be set is according to the maximum value of the slowest servo, since the set value is effective for all receiver outputs.

Trainer mode
This function allows you to connect 2 transmitters together using a dedicated cable (No. 091551) connected to the back interface. One is the instructor (Trainer) and the other is the student (Student). Once enabled, switching on the selected trainer switch will set up the remote as the instructor and use the student signal to control the model. As soon as the trainer switch is turned off, the instructor regains control and can for example recover the model from a hazardous position.

Student mode
This function works together with the trainer mode. Once enabled, all model settings are bypassed and the sticks position is send directly to the instructor‘s transmitter. At  that time, the student transmitter must not control any model directly and any receiver bound to the student transmitter must be turned off. Bypassing all student settings  llows both student and instructor to share the instructor settings to avoid any glitch when switching between the student and his instructor.

Stick mode
With this function, you can choose among 4 different sticks modes. The 4 fi rst channels are mapped to the selected sticks according to your flying habits (left or right handed for example).

LCD brightness
Adjust the screen contrast according to the surrounding light environment.

Firmware version
This screen displays the firmware version and date. This allows you to know if a newer version  is as avialable for update (see below).

Factory reset
With this function you have the option of deleting all the data of all model memories to their factory settings with a single command.
Attention!
When you call this function, all previously entered model data and settings are deleted! The remote control is returned to the delivery condition and all data must be entered
again.

Functions settings

Reverse
This funktion allows you to reverse a channel. Set all channels according to your model mechanics.

End points
This function sets the lower and upper extents of all channels. Select the channel number with the „OK“ key and the lower or upper extenby moving the corresponding stick  or variator to the desired direction. Select each extent value according to your model mechanics.

Display
This screen displays the status of all the 6 channels like they are transmitter to the model. It‘s includes all the mode settings and algorithms if the student mode is not activated.

Auciliary channels
This function let you choose the source of the channels 5 and 6. It can be a variator or a switch. If a switch is selected, an off switch will tranmit the lower extent of the  hannel an an on switch the upper extent. If a variable pitch helikopter is in use, the channel 6 is unavailable. If a helicopter gyroscope is activated, the channel 5 is unavailable.

Sub trim
This funktion allows you to adjust the middle point of each servo. This is especially useful when this middle point cannot be mechanically fine adjusted.

Dual rate / exponential
This function lets you set up the transfer function of the channel 1, 2, und 4 in both normal and sport mode. Use the fly mode switch to change mode. The rate selects the  desired slope coefficient and the exponential the linearity of the curve. This is very useful to decrease the sensitivity near the middle point.

Throttle curve
This function sets up the transfer curve of the throttle (channel 3) in both normal and idle up modes. Use the idle mode switch to change mode. 5 key points can be adjusted.  For example, a beginner may set them to 0,5, 10, 15 and 20% to decrease the throttle sensitivity and keep its linearity.

Pitch curve (variable pitch helicopter only)
This function is similar to the „Throttle curve“ and sets up the transfer curve of the pitch.

Swash AFR (variable pitch with Swash AFT helicopter only)
This function sets the proportion of aileron, elevator and pitch in the Swash AFR. To invert one of them, a negative value must be selected.

Mix
This function allows you to program up to 3 custom channel mixes. The master channel will alter the slave channel. The positive and negative mix set the amount of  alteration above and below the middle point. The offset shifts the slave channel by a certain amount.

Elevon (Airplane only)
For the model without tail and the delta wing, you can set mix control rates of Aileron (CH1) and Elevator (CH2) by this function.

V-tail (Airplane only)
For the model without the V-tail, you can set mix control rates of Elevator (CH2) and Rudder (CH4) by this function.

Gyroscope (Helicopter only)
This function allows you to activate the gyroscope on the channel 5 and to set up its value for both normal and idle up modes.

Switches assign
This function lets you assign a switch to conrol the fly mode, idle mode and throttle hold functions.

Throttle hold
This function allows you to activate the throttle hold and to choose its value. Once engaged, the throttle stick is ignored and only the selected value is transmitted.

Safety Information

• Read these instructions carefully before use paying particular attention to the safety notes.
• If this is your first venture into radio controlled modelling we strongly recommend that you seek the help of an experienced modeller before you begin.
• This Radio control system has been exclusively designed for use with models designed to be remotely controlled and as such may only be legally operated as such.
•  The company JAMARA accept no responsibility whatsoever if his product is used in any other way.
• Radio Controlled models, in particular aircraft, are not toys and as such and should only be operated by children or youths if closely supervised by a responsible adult.
• Building and operating such models requires a degree of skill, understanding and technical knowhow as well as a responsible attitude. Faults in the construction or irresponsible behaviour could lead to serious damage or injury.
• As neither the manufacturer or retailer has any influence over the correct use of modelling products we wish to emphasise these safety instructions and will in no way be  held responsible for the misuse of our products.
• Please be aware that the receiver system can also create a danger if operated when the transmitter is not switched on.
•  Always operate the transmitter with extreme caution and follow the instructions listed here.
• Always switch the transmitter on before the receiver and switch off in the opposite order.
• Only use our original receivers as any other brand of 2.4 GHz receivers will not bond to our transmitters.
• Protect the system from dust, dirt and moisture.
• Never expose the system to extreme heat, cold or vibration. The system should only be operated between -10° and + 40°C.
• Use a good quality charger selected from our range and follow the battery manufacturers instructions.
• Avoid exposing the system to impact or vibration and inspect all of the components regularly for damage to the casing, plugs, sockets and cables.
• If any component gets damaged or is exposed to water do not use it even if it has been dried out! Any such component should be replaced or returned to our service  department.

ATTENTION!

•  This product is not intended for use by individuals (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and / or knowledge,  unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety and is able to give instructions about how the product should be used. Children should be supervised  to ensure that they do not play with the product.

All rights reserved. Copyright JAMARA e.K. 2021
Copying or reproduction in whole or part, only with the expressed permission of JAMARA e.K.

Disposal restrictions

Batteries and accumulators must not be disposed of in domestic waste. You are obliged to dispose of batteries (seperate collection) appropriately. After use you can return  batteries free of charge to the retail store. As batteries contain substances that can be irritant, can cause allergy and are highly reactive, separate collections and proper  ecycling is important to the environment and to your health. If the batteries are marked with a chemical symbol Hg, Cd or Pb below the crossed-out waste bin on wheels it  refers to that more than 0.0005% of mercury (Hg), more than 0.002% of cadmium (Cd) or more than 0.004% Lead (Pb) is included.

Disposal restrictions
Electrical appliances must not be disposed of in domestic waste and must be disposed of separately.
You are obliged to take out the batteries, if possible, and to dispose of the electrical equipment at the communal collection points. Should personal data be stored on the  electrical appliance you must remove them by yourself.

Service centre

Bay-Tec
Martin Schaaf
Am Bahndamm 6
86650 Wemding
Tel 07151 5002192
Fax 07151 5002193
Mail info@bay-tec.de
Web www.bay-tec.de

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Veleslavínská 30/19
CZ -162 00 Praha 6
Tel +420 235 364 664
Mobil. +420 739 075 380

Mail servis@topdrony.cz
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References

• jamara.com
• Herzlich willkommen bei der Bay-Tec Modelltechnik!
• jamara.com
• Modellbau Zentral - Peter Hofer - Altdorf UR
• Reitter Modellbau & Robotics - Zubehör, Ersatzteile, Bausätze
• e-dite.cz
• Öffentliches Personal Schweiz - Wir vertreten die Interessen des öffentlichen Personals.

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