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Instructions 1. Contents 1. 2. 3. 3.1. 3.2. 4. 5. 6. 7. 7.1. 7.2. 7.3. 7.4. Contents Introduction Safety notes General safety notes Range checking Liability / Compensation Guarantee Specification The transmitter Front face of transmitter Rear face of transmitter Inside the transmitter Mechanical details 7.4.1. 7.4.2. 7.4.3. 7.4.4. 7.4.5. 7.4.6. 7.4.7. 7.4.8. 7.4.9. 7.4.10. 7.4.11. 8. 8.1. 8.1.1. 8.1.2. 8.1.3. 8.2. 8.3. 8.4. 8.5. 8.6. 9. 9.1. 9.2. 9.2.1. 9.2.2. 9.2.3. 9.3. 9.3.1. 9.3.2.
ROYAL evo 13.2. 13.2.1. 13.2.2. 13.2.3. 13.3. 13.3.1. 13.3.2. 13.3.3. 13.3.4. 13.3.5. Sub-menu “Define mixer” How the freely definable mixers work Defining mixers The mixer options Sub-menu “Assignment” Parameter „Mode“ Parameter „Assignment“ Parameter „Assignment - Name“ Parameter „Assignment - Controls“ Parameter „Assignment - Switches“ 88 88 89 89 90 91 91 91 91 92 13.4. Sub-menu “Training” 92 13.5. Sub-menu “User” 93 13.4.1. 13.4.2. 13.4.3. 13.5.1. 13.5.2. 13.5.3.
Instructions 2. Introduction 3. Safety notes We are delighted that you have decided to purchase the MULTIPLEX ROYALevo radio control system. The ROYALevo was introduced early in 2002, and constitutes a modern digital radio control system, which represents a further milestone in the development of radio control systems by MULTIPLEX. In the overall design, development and production of this system we have invested all our experience of several generations of radio control equipment.
ROYAL evo ! We recommend that you have your radio control • system transmitters and receivers checked at regular intervals (every 2 to 3 years) by an authorised MULTIPLEX Service Centre. ! If any electrical device gets damp or wet, cease operations immediately and disconnect the power supply from it. Open the case if possible and allow the unit to dry out thoroughly - preferably for several days. After this carry out a very careful check of all the functions.
Instructions 3.2. Range checking Range checking gives reliable information about the working condition of your radio control system. Based on our experience and measurements we have designed a test formula which will always keep you on the safe side. 1. Set the transmitter aerial in an upright, slightly angled position and then collapse all the sections together. 2. Set up the model so that the tip of the receiver aerial is about 1 m above the ground. 3. Ensure that there are no large metallic objects (e.
ROYAL evo 4. Liability / Compensation As manufacturers, we at MULTIPLEX Modelltechnik GmbH are not able to ensure that you observe these instructions when assembling and installing this equipment. Neither are we in a position to influence the way you install, operate and maintain the radio control system components.
Instructions 7. The transmitter 7.1. Front face of transmitter Š ‰ ‰ ˆ • ‡ † • ‚ ƒ „ … • Two precision stick units for controlling the 4 primary control axes. Stick ratchet for throttle/spoilers, can be activated on right or left stick unit (è 7.4.6.). Both units can be swivelled to suit the pilot’s personal preference (è7.4.7.). The stick tops can be rotated and are infinitely variable in length. Various optional versions are available.
ROYAL evo 7.3. Slide! Inside the transmitter ƒ ‚ • The rechargeable transmitter battery • is installed as standard. It consists of 6 environmentally friendly highcapacity AA-size NiMH cells (Nickel-Metal-Hydride). For safety reasons the individual cells are spot-welded to ensure constant contact, and the pack is protected by a heat-shrink sleeve. 7.4. Mechanical details 7.4.1.
Instructions Fig. 3 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 4 7.4.3. Installing and removing the RF module The two RF modules (HFM-4 and HFM-S) for the ROYALevo are not fitted in protective cases. To avoid damaging them: • Don’t touch the circuit board and its components. 7.4.2. Adjusting the transmitter aerial, fitting a new aerial The transmitter aerial is a permanent fitting in the case. For transport it can be collapsed completely and recessed into the case.
ROYAL evo When installing the battery ensure that the battery lead is correctly positioned, and cannot become jammed or snagged when you close the case. Note: Model data is not lost when you change the battery. ule is to be stored outside the transmitter, it is essential to protect it from dirt and damp, and also from shock and vibration. 7.4.4. Changing the transmitter crystal (HFM-4 module only) Changing Frequency 7.4.6. Changing the crystal to avoid conflicts with others is possible where permitted.
Instructions 7.4.8. Swivelling the stick units The stick units of the ROYALevo can be swivelled in their mountings in order to align them perfectly with your natural hand movements. This is a unique feature, and can offer a real advantage when the transmitter is used hand-held, with the thumbs operating the sticks, resting on short stick-tops. In this hand position the “natural” working action of the thumbs is at a slight angle to the transmitter case, i.e.
ROYAL evo 3. 4. Tip: Threading the wires is easier if you slightly bend the wire-ends and hold the stick in one of the corners. Clip the wires in the holders designed for them on the stick unit. Check that the wires have sufficient freedom when the stick is deflected; they must not be under tension at any point, and should not snag anywhere. Connect the bare wire ends to the appropriate green screw-terminals on the main circuit board; you will need a small slot-head screwdriver for this.
Instructions 8.1.2. This is NEW The battery management in the ROYALevo monitors the charge status of the transmitter battery during all operating conditions, even when the transmitter is switched off. In detail the following happens: a. during charging If the transmitter battery is charged with more than 50 mA via the charging socket, the charging current is measured regularly and the charge is calculated. The result is stored in the transmitters memory.. b.
ROYAL evo 8.4. Charging the transmitter battery ! Never connect the TX without battery to a charger! Chargers can supply high output voltages if no battery is connected. This voltages can cause damages in the transmitter. ! ! Charging with mains chargers or 12V-chargers for max. 8 cells The battery can remain installed in the TX for charging. Connection to the charger is made via the charging socket on the back of the transmitter (è 7.2.). Use only genuine MULTIPLEX charge leads (e.g.
Instructions 9. Using the transmitter 9.1. Switching on for the first time When you switch on the transmitter for the first time the following display appears: Use the buttons „s“ (UP) or „t“ (DOWN) to select your language and confirm by pressing „ENTER“. The language can be changed at any time (è 13.5.2.). All userdefinable names (like mixer names, assignment table names, model names) are not affected if you change the language. 9.2.
ROYAL evo 9.3. Security queries when switching ON 9.3.1. Throttle check If in the menu L Transmitter the parameter Check thr. is ON (è 13.1.6.), the following can appear: The transmitter starts immediately and RF radiation begins. ! For safety reasons throttle is kept in idle until the throttle control (Heli: throttle limiter) is in idle position (Heli: at throttle minimum). The symbol below the text reminds you of the control, used for throttle. The figure above shows the stick symbol.
Instructions monitoring is much safer, as it is also capable of detecting faults and errors:: • Is an RF module installed? • Is the connection between RF module and transmitter in order (contact fault)? • Is the RF module working correctly? Status display 2 (flight phases) 1 2 3 4 5 • Is a crystal fitted, and is it in order? (only with HFM-4 RF module for crystals)? • Is the transmitter aerial installed, and is it making proper contact? If the ROYALevo is in use as a Pupil transmitter, or in diagnosis mo
ROYAL evo 10. The basic operating philosophy The ROYALevo features a new, very simple operating philosophy which is easy and fast to learn. Proven elements of the operating systems used in our other renowned radio control systems are combined here. The system is operated by means of a keypad, although one or both 3-D digi-adjustors can be used optionally for making adjustments and for navigating within the menus. 10.1.
Instructions 10.2. The 3-D digi-adjustors The transmitter is fitted with two 3-D digi-adjustors as standard, and these are used for programming and setting up the system 10.2.1. Programming using the 3-D digi-adjustors At the programming stage, both 3-D digi-adjustors operate in parallel with the “ENTER” button when pressed, and in parallel with the „s“ (UP) and „t“ (DOWN) buttons when rotated. You will soon find that you naturally use one or other by default. 10.2.2.
ROYAL evo L H G K A I SETUP (configuration (è 13.) Transmitter Mixer definiitions Assignment Training Userr CONTROL (è 14.) Access to the individual set-up menus for the transmitter controls. The screen only displays those controls which are used in the current model (=> dynamic menu). MIXER (è 15.) Access to the individual mixer menus. The screen only displays those mixers which are used in the current model (=> dynamic menu). SERVO (è 16.) Calibrate Assignment Monitor Test run TIMER (è 17.
Instructions 3. Press the ENTER button (or one of the 3-D digi adjustors) to release the parameter for changing. With the UP/DOWN buttons s t (or one of the 3D digi adjustors) you can now select one of the two languages: Your selection is confirmed by pressing ENTER (or one of the 3-D digi adjustors) and you will leave the parameter field. Note on memorisation of modifications: Modified values/settings are stored immediately in the model memory. No manual storing procedure is required. 11.
ROYAL evo 11.3. The cruciform digital trim assembly The trims of the ROYALevo take the form of buttons arranged in a cross, located below and to one side of the stick units. They are located in an ergonomically optimum position, and can be reached easily when the transmitter is hand-held or installed in a tray. Each press of a trim button effects a trim adjustment around the corresponding control axis in the direction of that button.
Instructions ' TIP: Changing the assignment If the default assignment of transmitter controls and switches does not meet your requirements, you can change the set-up at any time. (è 13.3. L Setup, Assignment) Leave the menu by selecting OK; you have successfully created the new model. 6. • Step Entering the model name The model is assigned a name in the menu I Memory/Properties (è 18.5.) Ž Step Connecting servos Connect the servos, speed controller, ...
ROYAL evo Rotor head systems in tamplates HELImech Model with mechanical rotor head mixing Heliccpm 3. 4. 5. Model with electronic rotor head mixing (CCPM); at this stage the type of swashplate (e.g. 3-point 120°, 3point 90°, 4-point 90°, ...) does not matter. Setting up the appropriate swashplate is carried out later. By default the HELIccpm model template assumes a 3-point 120° swashplate with the “pitch-axis servo” arranged at the rear in flight direction.
Instructions accordance with this default set-up. If your model features a different type of swashplate control system, you will need to alter these values to suit. The control travels can now be adjusted in the menu H Control (è 14.2.4. Aileron Trvl, Pitch axis Trvl) Step ’ Setting up the collective pitch curve The collective pitch curve is set up in the menu H Control Collect. (è 14.2.9.).
ROYAL evo +100% +50% min. max. Collective pitch stick Actual course of throttle 0% h Direct Throttle For testing and adjusting the motor the ROYALevo offers the Direct Throttle facility. Direct throttle means that the motor can be controlled from idle to fullthrottle using the throttle limiter, independently of the collective pitch stick.
Instructions venient method of altering values is to use the 3-D digiadjustor (è 10.2.2). ˜ Step Activating flight phases Once you have test-flown the model in one flight phase (usually the Hover flight phase) and successfully trimmed it out, with all the mixer and transmitter control values set to your satisfaction, you can consider setting up additional flight phases (if you wish). Flight phases enable you to optimise the model for use in different flight situations.
ROYAL evo 12.6. Template: ACRO 12.7. Template: HOTLINER suitable for: Power models such as F3A (formerly RC1), F3AX Fun-fly models Typical models: Sky Cat (fig. 12.5.2.) 12.6.1. Assigned transmitter controls and switches Assignment used: POWER not used: Spoiler (E), Flap (F) suitable for: Typical models: 12.7.1.
Instructions 12.8. Template: DELTA 12.9. Template: GLIDER suitable for: Deltas and flying wings powered or glider, Model Jets Typical models: PiCOJet, TWIN-JET (fig. 12.7.2.), Stuntman suitable for: Gliders with two wing flaps (i.e. ailerons only), with electric power, with V-tail Typical models: Flamingo, Kranich, Alpha 21/27 12.8.1. Assigned transmitter controls and switches Assignment used POWER not used: Combi-Switch (N) Spoiler (E), Flap (F) 12.9.1.
ROYAL evo 12.10. Template: 4-Flaps 12.11. Template: HELImech suitable for: F3B, F3J, Glider with four wing flaps, with electric power, with V-tail Typical models: DG 600, ASW 27, Milan, EURO/ELEKTRO-MASTER, Alpina (Bild 12.9.2.), ASH 26 suitable for: Main rotor control systems with mechanical mixers Typical models: Ergo, Futura, Moskito, Raptor 12.10.1. Assigned transmitter controls and switches Assignment used: SEGLER 12.11.1.
Instructions 12.12. Template: HELIccpm 13. suitable for: Main rotor control systems with electronic mixers CCPM (Cyclic-Collective-Pitch-Mixing) with 3 or 4 servos, 90° to 150° Typical models: ECO 8, Logo, Fury, Three Dee NT, Uni-Expert 12.12.1. Assigned transmitter controls and switches Assignment used: HELI This main menu is primarily concerned with settings which apply to the transmitter generally. A : Sum timer ´ controlled by THR.
ROYAL evo ' TIP ! When you reach the alarm threshold that you prefer (first audible alarm), set the threshold to 6.5 V. The transmitter will then only emit an alarm when the battery falls to the minimum threshold. That tells you how long you have to land your model. Don’t forget to set “your” threshold again afterwards. The ROYALevo provides 14 freely definable mixers.
Instructions • The mixer must be assigned to the appropriate receiver outputs (è K Servo, Assignment). • The inputs must be set up correctly, i.e. the magnitude and direction of the servo’s movements when the input / transmitter control is operated (è G Mixer). 13.2.3.
ROYAL evo ™- 13.3. Sub-menu “Assignment” „Symmetrical with dead zone“ Neutral position of control: two parameters: Servo travel 100% -100% Dead -100% Centre Dead zone and travel The control generates a symmetrical movement of the servo starting at a point remote from the Trv control centre (dead Control zone), with variable but 100% travel identical travel in both directions.
Instructions If you attempt to change one of these “standard mixers” the following on-screen note appears: 13.3.4. Parameter „Assignment - Controls“ Affects active assignment only (è13.3.2.) 13.3.1. Parameter „Mode“ I Affects active model only The transmitter controls for the primary control axes (sticks) aileron / elevator / rudder or roll-axis / pitch-axis / yaw are governed by the “Mode” (stick mode) parameter, rather than by assignment lists. All 4 possible control modes are available.
ROYAL evo 13.3.5. Parameter „Assignment - Switches“ Affects active assignment only (è 13.3.2.) The following switch functions are available: Switch function Note Dual-Rates for aileron or roll DR-ai (è 14.2.4.) Dual-Rates for elevator or pitch axis DR-el (è14.2.4.) Dual-Rates for rudder or yaw DR-ru (è14.2.4.) Fixed wing models: CombiSwitch ON/OFF switch for combi-switch mixer (è15.1.
Instructions tion. The corresponding channel number is displayed (e.g. K3 for aileron). Check the movement directions for all control surfaces. Wrong directions can be reversed by pressing REV/CLR (# or '). Attention: Quick-Select is not possible, if the ROYALevo is switched on with “No RF”. Repeat steps 4. and 5. until all desired channels are assigned. Now you can return to the status display and start the training.
ROYAL evo Transmitter control switches are used when you wish to trigger a switched process using a proportional transmitter control. Example: motor run, electric motor You wish the sum timer to start running as soon as the throttle is moved past the 1/4-throttle point. To achieve this you must assign the same transmitter control to act as the sum timer switch as the one you use to control the motor.
Instructions 14.2.2. Parameter „Trim“ N display only change using cruciform trim buttons 4 the flaps are controlled using a transmitter control (e.g. slider F) in the normal way. one trim value for each flight phase The value of this parameter indicates the extent of the trim for this control, i.e. the magnitude and direction of the trim correction. It is calculated from the increment size TStep and the number of trim steps used. If the largest increment size (3.
ROYAL evo Example 2: Coll. pitch curve phase Cruise (linear, symmetrical coll. pitch curve for identical reactions during climb and descend) Throttle curve for Autorot(ation) The flight phase named Autorot (phase 4 as standard, highest priority) has a fixed throttle position (“safe” idle with open clutch or motor OFF) for the training of autorotation landings. The points P1 ... P5 can’t be adjusted separately. Changing one of the points will affect all the others too. The ROYALevo offers a 6-point coll.
Instructions 15. Main menu „Mixers“ G The Mixers main menu is a dynamic menu, i.e. only those mixers which are used in the current model also appear in this menu. Exception for fixed-wing models: The mixers Combi-Switch and A-Diff (aileron differential) are always present. Helicopters: No free mixers can be defined for helicopters. All the helicopter mixers are always present in this menu. 15.2.1. Parameter „Mode“ This parameter affects all flight phases.
ROYAL evo The following table shows the characteristics of the two gyro systems which are in common use today. Damping gyro (normal gyro) The gyro damps (slows) the rotational movement of the model around the axis to be stabilised. Gain range 0 ... 100%: 100% (max.) Heading-lock gyro The gyro damps (slows) the rotational movement of the model around the axis to be stabilised, and also moves the model back to its starting point.
Instructions 15.3.2. Parameter „Heading / Damping“ (Gyro gain) In the gyro mode Control: Gyro gain can only be adjusted manually using the transmitter control Gyro (è 15.3.1 Mode à Control). The set value of the Heading / Damping parameter (gyro gain) has no effect in this gyro mode. In the gyro mode Damping: I is effective in the active model memory 4 allows separate values to be set for each flight phase Range 0 ...
ROYAL evo 15.4.1. Parameter „Collective Pitch+ and -“ I affects the active model memory 15.5. Sub-menu „Rotor head“ (electronic swashplate mixer/CCPM) 4 Separate value for each flight phase Range -100 ... +100% F can be assigned to 3-D digi-adjustor The parameters Collective pitch+ / Collective pitch- are used to set the mixing ratio for collective pitch -> tail rotor for climb and descent. These values can be set separately for each flight phase: Collp.+ à Correction for climb Collp.
Instructions Example 2: 4-point 90° swashplate Geometry -90° Rotation The radial spacing ratio (centre rotor shaft -> actuation point) of the servo Head f/b is adjusted relative to the two lateral servos Head le and Head ri in the form of a percentage, where the lateral lever lengths are 100%. Example: Spacing Head f/b: 40mm Spacing Head re (li): 50mm (=100%) The lever for Head f/b is 20% shorter than the lateral levers.. ⇒ Correct setting: Lever +/- -20%.
ROYAL evo 15.6. Sub-menu „Throttle compensation“ 15.7. Setting up “free mixers” I affects the active model memory Range 0% to 100% Default OFF The term “free mixers” means the mixers which are defined in the menu Setup/Mixer (è 13.2). The mixers defined there (max. 14) can then be adjusted in the menu * Mixers to meet the requirements of your particular model. F Each value can be assigned to a 3-D digi-adjustor for in-flight adjustment (è 10.2.
Instructions Column 1 (above input) Column 2+3 Column 4 Shows the mixer option assigned to the mixer input in the form of a symbol (è 13.2.3) Show the type and effect of the mixer values.
ROYAL evo of the curve. The shape of the curve is unchanged. This is the same as with the standard trim option. Use servo trim TRM only to correct deviations in a servo’s neutral position which you discover when setting up the model. Don’t use it to trim a new model: the mechanical linkage should always be adjusted as accurately as possible. If the deflection is correct, press the digi-adjustor assignment button < F > again.
Instructions Table for the menu Servo Assignment Col. 1 Channel / Servo number ROYALevo 9 ⇒ max. 9 channels ROYALevo 12 ⇒ max. 12 channels The transmission mode(PPM 7/8/9 or PPM 12) is set automatically. Col. 2 Signal source Here you select the transmitter control or mixer which is to be present at the corresponding channel. „ - - - “ means that the channel is not used. In this case a neutral pulse is supplied to the receiver output. Col.
ROYAL evo 16.2.3. Assigning servos for helicopters 16.3. Sub-menu „Monitor“ The servo monitor acts as a substitute for a receiving system with servos connected. It enables you check the function / response of speed controllers, gyro systems, speed regulators etc., and helps to locate errors. Two forms of display are available: graphical, with the output signals displayed in bar graph form, and numerical, with the signals displayed in % values.
Instructions 17. Alarm sequence: Main menu „Timer“ A The ROYALevo has 5 timers. Four of them you will find in the Timer menu A. The fifth timer records the operating time of the transmitter, and is only shown in status display 4. Oper.time 5.25h • • 10 seconds before the set alarm time: short beep every second (æ) When the alarm time is reached: long beep (æ --- ) 17.3.
ROYAL evo 18. 18.3. Sub-menu „Erase“ Main menu „Memory“ I The ROYALevo has 20 or 36 model memories, depending on the version you have purchased. The memory spots are numbered continuously. You can also enter a name with up to 16 characters for each model memory. The model data is stored in an area of non-volatile memory, and cannot be lost even if you disconnect the transmitter battery from the transmitter.
Instructions 18.4.2. Block / release flight phase Use the REV/CLR button to release or block the flight phases. First select the flight phase, then activate the name, and finally switch between “free” and “blocked” using the REV/CLR button. Selecting a different name using the 3-D digi-adjustor also releases a blocked flight phase. The active flight phase (x) cannot be blocked. NOTE: If you accidentally select a blocked flight phase with the phase select switch, you will hear a continuous warning tone.
ROYAL evo 19. Accessories 19.1. Scanner (with HFM-S RF module) A scanner module can expand the Synthesizer RF module HFM-S of the ROYALevo. The scanner can do two „jobs“: 19.1.1. Scan all frequencies/channels in the band All channels in the band will be measured sequentially. Detected signals will show up in the display as bars. The height of the bar corresponds to the strength of the signal. 19.1.2.
Instructions 19.4. Using MULTInaut IV 19.5. Diagnosis lead Models equipped with the MULTInaut IV receiver unit can be operated with the ROYALevo. The buttons of the ROYALevo are used to control the MULTInaut functions. No additional switches are required. All you need are the receiver units in the model. 4 buttons in two groups are assigned to each MULTInaut channel and control the connect lamps, servos, etc. The effect of a key-press depends from the selected operating mode.
ROYAL evo 20. Care and maintenance 21. The transmitter requires no special maintenance. However, we strongly recommend that you have the system checked regularly by an authorised MULTIPLEX Service Centre. This should be done every 2 - 3 years, but the interval varies according to the amount of use the system has. In any case it is essential to check all the system’s functions regularly, and carry out thorough range checks (è 3.2.).
