HITEC Optic 5 2.4 - Manual (Page 3)

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The Optic 5 2.4GHz advanced features include:
Pre-mixed Flight Control Functions:
The Optic 5 2.4GHz computer automatically mixes rudder and elevator outputs to control a V-tail or mixes aileron and elevator outputs to
create elevons for tail-less flying wings, eliminating the need for on-board mixing systems.
Trim Adjustment Function:
This computerized radio allows you to easily tune and coordinate the control surfaces (such as keeping a rudder centered or two
ailerons each on their own servo-moving the same amount) without having to physically re-adjust linkages.
Buddy-Box Function:
For those learning to fly, the transmitter has a "buddy-box" capability so that you can use the optional trainer cord (part # xxxx) to connect
your Optic 5 2.4GHz to another Hitec transmitter (Master)*. This function allows one transmitter to be used by an instructor as the primary
flight control while the other is controlled by the student pilot.
*Note: Optic 5 2.4GHz can only be used as a pupil transmitter.
If you are new to Computerized RC Transmitters:
If the OPTIC 5 is your first radio control transmitter, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed. However, if you take the time to read this
manual and follow the programming steps as you watch your model's control surfaces respond, handling the Optic 5 will soon become
quite comfortable. So stick with it. Learning the programming basics won't take any longer or require any more brain power than it takes to do
the average crossword or Sudoku puzzle.
You'll discover that the rewards for mastering this simple radio are well worth the effort.
Congratulations and welcome to the R/C world! You now own a basic, but unusually versatile and powerful, 5-Channel beginner’s RC transmitter.
The Optic 5 2.4GHz is all the radio you need to fly most 5-Channel fixed-wing aircraft.
Standard features include servo-reversing for all channels and trim adjustments on all control channels, ATV (Adjustable Travel Volume)
on Aileron (CH.1) and Elevator (CH.2).
Introducing the Optic 5 2.4
TIP :
Throughout the manual you will see our "Tip Sheet" notes.
These highlight specific function details we didn't want you to miss within the body of the manual.
Check these out, they can make programming the Optic 5 easier.
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Hitec’s Telemetry 2.4Ghz System
The Optic 5 can easily connect to a receiver via the Spectra 2.4 system. When the Optima series of receivers are used, the Optic 5
Telemetry System can check the receiver's voltage through the LED and a buzzer.
Engine Cut & Landing Gear
The Optic 5 has an engine off button for safety after flying as well as a retract landing gear operation for safe landings.