 This is the most influential helicopter DVD series you’ll ever see! We’ve made electric helicopter setup and flight trimming as simple as it can be, because we answer all the “why” questions, then show you the “how.” No matter what your level of experience, this DVD series explains the steps necessary to set up and flight trim your electric helicopter like an expert!
While we use Align R/C’s T-Rex 450S and Spektrum’s DX6 and DX7 radios for the examples, the information is totally applicable to any electric helicopter and any radio. Like all of Ray’s DVDs, he shows you the theory, then implements it through the examples. When you truly understand the “why” of electric helicopter setup, you can set up ANY radio and ANY machine!
Electric Helicopters and eCCPM includes:
VOLUME 7: Electric Theory and Build (1 hr. 28 min.; 21 scenes)
This disk starts with a quick look at the Blade CX2 and CP Pro, then dives right into basic electric heli theory. Understand ESC operation, KV ratings and gear ratios, then learn how to solder. From there it’s on to Lithium Polymer (LiPo) battery theory, care, and charging. V7 finishes up with numerous tips on how to build a perfect T-Rex 450S!
Scenes:
- Introduction
- CX2 & CP Pro
- Why 450S & Travel Box
- ESC Theory
- KV/Gear Ratios/RPM
- Soldering
- LiPo Battery Theory
- LiPo Chargers/Charging
- Build-Side Frames
- Mounting the ESC
- Mods for Autos
- Motor, Main Gears, Mesh
- T/R Mods
- T/R Servo/Pushrod
- T/R Belt Tension
- Canopy
- Battery Options
- Rotor Head Mods
- Blade Pitch Arms to L.E.
- M/R Balance
- Radio & Gyro Installation
VOLUME 8: Transmitter Theory (1 hr. 45 min.; 50 scenes)
Learn every menu item in not one, but two transmitters! The Spektrum DX6 and DX7 2.4 GHz radios have revolutionized the places where we can fly! Find out every feature these radios have to offer, and how they work with eCCPM (electronic Cyclic Collective Pitch Mixing) helicopters.
Scenes:
- Why & How/Intro
- DX6/7 Comparison
- eCCPM Overview
- DX6 Overview
- DX7 Overview
- DX6 System Menu
- DX7 System Menu
- DX7 Model Select
- Swashplate Types
- DX7 Input Select
- Cyclic > DX7 Thro Recovery
- DX7 Trainer
- DX7 Reset, Type, Name
- DX6 Rev Switches
- DX7 Rev Switches
- DX6 D/R & Expo
- DX7 D/R & Expo
- DX6 Sub Trim
- DX7 Sub Trim
- DX6 Travel Adjust
- DX6 Gyro Sense
- DX7 Gyro Sense
- DX6 Travel Adjust Finish
- DX7 Travel Adjust
- DX6 Throttle Hold
- DX7 Throttle Hold
- DX6 Thro N Board
- DX7 Thro N Board
- DX6 Thro 1 Board
- DX7 Thro 1,2 Board
- DX6 Thro Tx
- DX7 Thro Tx
- DX6 Pitch N Board
- DX7 Pitch N Board
- DX6 Pitch 1 Board
- DX7 Pitch 1,2 Board
- The Botitta System
- DX6 Pitch Tx
- DX7 Pitch Tx
- Revo Mix Board
- Program Mix Board
- DX6 Prog Mix 1
- DX7 Prog Mix 1
- DX7 Prog Mix 2
- DX7 Prog Mix 3
- eCCPM Servo Throw Theory
- DX6 eCCPM Tx
- DX7 eCCPM Tx
- DX7 Auto D/R
- DX7 Timer
- DX7 Servo Monitor
VOLUME 9: Bench Setup and Flying (1 hr. 47 min.; 41 scenes)
With the theory in hand from Volume 8, we apply it as we set up an eCCPM helicopter. While we use the T-Rex for the setup, the information is totally applicable to eCCPM glow helicopters as well. With the setup complete, we go to the field and trim out the T-Rex, all the while marveling at the quietness and smoothness of this electric helicopter!
Scenes:
- Binding
- ESC Setup
- Pre-Setup Steps
- Servo Arm Leveling
- Finding Servo Mechanical Limits
- Servo Hole Theory for Collective
- Flybar Lock & Pitch Gauge Use
- Setting Collective Pitch
- Level S/P at Hi & Low Stick
- Cyclic Pitch Throw
- Level W/O Arms & Mixer Arms
- Check Rotor Head Servo Arms for Binding
- S/P Tilt for Translating Tendency
- T/R Servo Setup
- Gyro Setup
- Mount Rx & Battery
- M/R Blade Tracking Checks
- Final Tx Checks
- Training Gear
- Flying Intro
- Range Check
- T/R Trim
- Cyclic Trim
- Gyro Sensitivity
- Normal Approaches
- Hovering Autos
- Straight-In Autos
- Fail-Safe Demo
- Thro Hold for Start
- Belt Tension Check
- FM 1 Blade Tracking
- Inverted Hovering
- Elev > Thro Check/Intermission
- Intro to Autos
- Look How Smooth
- SkyTach Use
- Loops and Rolls
- Close & Credits
- Bonus Material: mCCPM vs. eCCPM
- eCCPM Not Pure
- eCCPM Not in Sync
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