Introduction; Safety Notes; Range Checking - Multiplex COCKPIT SX M-LINK Manual De Instrucciones

Supplement to the manual

2. Introduction

We are delighted that you have decided to purchase a
MULTIPLEX Cockpit SX M-LINK radio control system.
You are now the owner of an RC transmitter which is
based on the proven structures of the Cockpit SX on
the one hand, and on the other offers the latest, future-
proof technology in the form of the 2.4 GHz M-LINK
system and a FLASH processor.
The range of applications extends from simple two-axis
model aircraft right up to demanding four-flap gliders
and aerobatic models. At the same time the software
includes a refined helicopter program for all current
rotor systems, catering for the demands even of ex-
perienced model helicopter pilots.
The essential features of the C
The latest 2.4 GHz M-LINK technology as
standard:
FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum)
12-bit resolution (3872 steps)
14 / 21 ms servo frame rate, switchable
Can be used for telemetry with a telemetry-
capable receiver:
Receiver battery voltage display / monitor, radio link
quality display (LQI) as standard.
Up to eight telemetry values in all can be displayed
using external M-LINK sensors
Seven channels
Eighteen model memories:
With unrestricted model names (max. six characters),
copy and erase functions
Switchable flight phases with three phases for fixed-
wing model aircraft and four for model helicopters
Flight phase specific digital trim system with clearly
arranged graphical on-screen display of trim settings,
and audible support
Modern, ergonomically optimised case design for hand-
held or tray use
Clearly arranged and grouped menus for simple
programming
Plain English (or German) menu system and screen
texts
Fast, easy programming with the 3-D digi-adjuster
Two separately controlled timers, one with user-variable
alarm time and audible alarm function
Transmitter operating hours timer
Audible battery alarm with user-variable warning
threshold (transmitter battery voltage)
Modern FLASH processor technology:
Simple update method for new software versions
Comprehensive set-up and mixer facilities
for fixed-wing model aircraft and model helicopters
Four pre-programmed model types minimise pro-
gramming effort required
Selective Trainer mode available in standard form
MULTIPLEX multi-function socket fitted as standard, for
use as charge socket, Trainer mode interface, flight
simulator, PC interface
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SX M-LINK:
OCKPIT
We are confident that you will thoroughly enjoy the
facilities of your Cockpit SX M-LINK as soon as you
have taken a little while to learn how to use it - a period
in which these operating instructions will guide you -
and that it will give you much pleasure in our shared
and fascinating hobby of modelling.

3. Safety Notes

3.2.

Range checking

Regular range checks are very important, as they help
you to feel confident that the radio control system is
working properly, and enable you to detect changes in
transmission characteristics. Range checking is par-
ticularly important if:
you are using components for the first time, or
have changed components, or changed their
arrangement in the model;
your model is fitted with components which have
previously been involved in a crash;
you have detected problems when using the
system.
Important:
Always carry out the range check with the help of
a friend who can secure and observe the model
(vehicles and boats on the ground).
Range checking should only be carried out in the
special reduced-power mode (LO POW).
! Never try to operate a model in this mode!
The RC system must always be switched OFF,
and then ON again before commencing
normal flying or running operations.
Major metallic objects (wire fences, cars) will
influence the test results. Keep well clear!
This is the procedure:
1. Switch the transmitter on with the 3-D digi-adjuster
pressed in. The LO POW menu (low power)
appears. Release the 3-D digi-adjuster again:
2. A brief press on the 3-D digi-adjuster activates
range check mode:
- The blue Status LED glows constantly.
- The screen alternates between LO POW and
the current display.
- A regular warning sound alerts you to the reduced
power setting.
3. Hold the transmitter just as you would when using it
to control a model:
- approx. 1 m above the ground;
- aerial angled at 90° horizontally, and facing right or
left:
Yours - the MULTIPLEX team
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