RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS .. FOR THE PAST several months have pleasure flying new Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio am impressed its improved capabilities also obvious thought effort went its design radio neither looks nor feels like anything have seen before layout easy use understand requiring minimal instruction-manual reading Because radio presents such volume capabilities impossible adequately describe its features just article What will describe Infinity 660s main features use support future articles Infinity 660 six-channel radio available either FM PCM modulation individual computer programs optimize flying helicopters airplanes sailplanes 660 also capable storing information up four models several helicopters can flown same transmitter simply purchasing additional airborne packs also available several configurations either standard servos battery ball-bearing contest servos large 1000 mAh battery Airtronics SGX gyro integral servo airborne pack fairly standard what have come expect top-ofthe-line equipment Although electronics type could give technical information receiver think its sufficient say receiver state-ofthe-art small lightweight works time radio came five Airtronics 94735 servos ball-bearing coreless-motor contest variety No torque speed specifications presented fast powerful servo have used battery large 1000 mAh pack appropriate charger both transmitter receiver together standard on/off switch combination represents excellent airborne system virtually helicopter As almost modern-day radio uniqueness radio transmitter glance shows modern completely redesigned radio anything Airtronics has previously presented Infinity 660 may initially seem complicated overwhelming its capabilities its actually very user friendly easy program 660s capabilities options clearly explained best-written instruction manuals have seen enough information presented understand functions radio guidance individual functions may used helicopter also clearly explained Individual setup sheets also provided once get February 1994 93 User can assign functions rocker switches top outer corners front toggle switches Individual switches chosen desired functions two-line liquid crystal display six control buttons Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio make user-friendly easy program helicopter flying way like simply copy program data setup sheet permanent record Now lets take detailed look some exciting features radio New Molded Plastic Transmitter Certainly first features will notice about Infinity 660 transmitter its unique molded plastic design keeps needed switches within easy reach providing comfortable feel standard toggle switches top transmitter have replaced rocker switches first took little getting used little practice rocker switches have comfortable feel However preferring standard toggle switches left front transmitter Assignable Switches An especially nice feature individual switch functions whether rocker toggle designated user meaning can use whatever switch want idle up throttle hold etc quite departure other radios manufacturer has determined individual switch functions Computer Controls next obvious feature large fold down window bottom transmitter used protect two-line LCD liquid crystal display computer screen input keys dirt 94735 baIl-bearing servos perfect match precise requirements authors X-Cell 60 fuel etc Under window real brains radio lets various setup programs fine-tune helicopter Its still up make sure pushrods mechanical connections set up correctly before using radio make flying corrections LCD display controlled six buttons enable cycle through displays enter particular program adjust displayed parameters radio first turned initial screen presents aircraft type information heli airplane glider total transmitter time since reset stopwatch timer display can count up down name model being flown transmitter voltage Once past initial screen other setup functions obtained cycling through menu entering particular function Some standard features include four pitch offsets three throttle curves four revolution mixing settings three rudder offsets two dual rates two exponential curves enough following some advanced computer functions Trim Memory used flight-control channels allows trim switches reset center position maintaining specific trim information computer memory particularly nice feature because trim levers now always neutral can change model another worrying about models trim position Four Model Memory lets store information up four different helicopters Now dont have buy separate radio helicopters Continued page 126 94 Model Aviation THE TWIN-AIR 20 IS HERE AT LAST YES THE TWIN-AIR 20 REALLY CAN BE CONTROLLED ON JUST ONE ENGINE YES THE TWiN-AIR 20 OFFERS THE SAME HIGH QUALITY PERFOR MANCE EASE OF FLYiNG AND HANDLING AEROBATIC CAPABILI TIES FUN TO BUILD AND FUN TO FLY FEATURES FOUND IN ALL NORTHEAST AERODYNAMIC KITS THE TRAIN-AIRS BEL-AIRS AND SPORT AIR YES ITS FROM . NORTHEAST AERODYNAMICS INC 4 NORTHEA ST AERODYNAMICS INC 150 ROBINSON ROAD ON NH 03051 881-5899 Specifications Engine Requirement -Two 20-30 Wing Span 58 Wing Area 625 Sq 434 Sq Fuselage Length 43 Fuselage Width 35 Overall Weight Range 55 65 pounds Wing Loading Range 195 239 Sq Ft Radio Functions -4 Channel Sport Flying Flys hour THE AIRPLANE FACTORY INC 1880 PINE VIEW MANDEVILLE LA 70448 504-626-7840 FIEE CATALOG R/C Combat_________ Crash Resistant 48 wingspan 4A -5Ibs Aluminum Landing Gear $69 LIST $8995 VISA COD 1-800-264-7840 Kombat 40 member quick building extremely durable Armadillo series Made aluminum polypropelyne no foam can assembled engine mounted radio installed hour Nothing extra buy provIde 4 channel radial 25-40 engine supply everything else great sports plane fully aerobatic bolt-on symmetrical wing pre-hinged pre-finished red blue orange yellow compared other almost ready fly designs take 10-12 hours longer complete Kombat AU Irue winner ORDER YOURS TODAY Trainer Version avaIlable $7495 wI DAILY %dIIWIE*T77 4338 AuIn Blvd Island Park NY 11558 516/431-4127 516/594-9881 PEAlUASNO UTEWEIGHT EMT CONDUIT TUBING & QUICK LOCK SUP ON FITflNGS NO TOOLS BREAKDOWN MODEL Fits Cars & Can 11 Add Amounts Below unit P1100 8x10& 10x10 Flat SxlO 10x10 Peaked FT~1NCLurn1 $35 13/41 & $45 111 F1FJCLUDE6 13/41110x20 FlatI3/4i I8x10$95$130I$643141&$73111ISalO$80$110 lOslO $100 $135 I10x20 PeakedlOXIC $85 $115 4554 1314 & $62 Il AMJFACIURE & 5TOU SEVER AL OThER SYSTEMS & HAVE Fill IHE OF ACCESEORIES ALL WITh ThE VENDOR H MM CALL FAX OR MAt Us TO PLACE YOUR ORDER OR TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE CATALOG P3JP3EP41PCP3 -6003/4400346803/4-4003/4-6OO3/4-6803/4-750 P-BOOP800I 900I 5001 800P-900 l-1000 P4LP40PSFFOOT PAD F03FOLBuNGlE zff~ 003/4-6503/47503/4-6503/4-6003/4-600 P-900V-900 1 1000I 7501-800P-BOO SA CHS POWER WALKER MACHINE 58 Engine $59500 42 Engine $52500 32 Engine $45000 26 Engine $45000 $1200 Shipping Engine Test ir update Sachs style Engines Distributed BLUE MOUNTAIN 503 938-6743 Fax 503 938-6950 517 N Elizabeth P0 Box 777 Milton-Freewater OR 97862 Video $1295 pp RC HeIicopters/TadeIius Continued page 94 just purchase airborne pack helicopter switch 660 transmitter helicopter choice Servo Centering used fine-tune center neutral position flightcontrol servos FirsE adjust control linkages close possible neutral position use feature finetune center servo position Hovering Pitch Throttle controlled two knobs face transmitter enabling fine-tune hovering rpm collective stick position Compensation Mixer allows transmitter control input affect two flight functions could used correct bad tendencies helicopter might have during particular maneuver just make flying little easier mixing tail rotor aileron coordinated turns Data Copy allows entire set control parameters helicopter copied another model program would like experiment changes known setup first copy data another model program safe keeping should want return original data Alternate Model Function powerful features Infinity 660 because allows pilot switch model setup another model setup during flight used Copy Data function slight changes copied data can made experiment improving helicopters flight characteristics Now can switch between two model setups during flight quickly compare flight improvements Its important able switch back quickly known setup should changes detrimental Another nice use Alternate Model Function ability switch flightcontrol parameters single switch 126 Model Aviation POP UP CANOPIES $29900 lOxlO LIGHTWEIGHT $39900 lOxlO HEAVYWEIGHT Sets Up Less 30 Seconds No Tools Required Other Sizes 8x8 lOxiS 10x20 different flight conditions Now can program calm-wind setup windyweather setup flipping switch can instantly change between two programs during flight weather conditions warrant test flying Infinity 660 negative comment can think concerns instruction manual Although detailed well written its pages falling out after moderate use newer binding has already developed solve problem being shipped current radios However have older instruction manuals its easy use three-hole punch put everything three-ring notebook As can see short report Airtronics Infinity 660 radio presents tremendous amount features make flying easier precise Additional information Infinity 660 will presented future columns radio used support in-depth helicopter setup flying subjects information Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio contact local hobby shop write Airtronics Inc 11 Autry Irvine CA 92718 ECTION page 29 December issue lower--right photo should identify Cody Jerry Robertson flagstaff Arizona w iii use Electric Connector Rltdtttnrpsatltct DC tirenkO tentea DID Moats Moddar Do-odnate Hooen 1 Sermos Super Connector Lifetime Guarantee $500 per packet 2 Sermoa Super Charging Jack Lifetime Guarantee $550 per packet 3 Sermoa Standard Connector $400 per packet 4 Sermos Standard Charging Jack $450 per packet 5 Sennos Standard Anning Switch $400 per packet & Sermos Inserilon & Extraction Toot $800 per tool Mimiman Order $1500 PLUS $250 Shipping Handeling Only certified checks Money Orders accepted payment orders Distributors Dealers Inquiries Invited Please call 203 322-6294 tsr torther intsrmatisn S~MIQS RIO SNAP CONNECTORS NC Cedar Corotri StatIon Boo 16787 Stamfsrd CT 06905 live minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft Stops case top and/or plastic bushing wear Prevents output gear shaft shimmy Reduces friction improves servo centering Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars Mandatory helicopter servos Free output arm provided case top C Guaranteed against breakage year pay $3995 $2995 IBC-l Fits FUTABA 528/S 128 S38/S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 IBC-2As above set 1$695 C-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 C-4As above set I$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing 0niy JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-5t Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling aii orders 114 692-1393 Info OnlyOaiifornia Residenta Add 775% Sales Tan 800 845-8978 Orders Only VISA MASTERCARD Accepted Pitts-Style Mufflers 29-45 JT4OP $2195 SI -61 JT-60P $2395 MOKI St JT-MK61P $2595 uNivERSAL BOLT ON sIde mounted engines WIlt ftC 90% moat engInes made after 1989 Easy attactt Just bolt muffler englnctory msffler bolts boltswith muffler JT-40P8 29-45 $2295 MAIL ORDER Please add $250 UPS strIpping Check MO Visa MC COO accepted Add $400 extra COD CalIfornIa resIdents add 8% sales ta JT-A9IP JT-F74P JT-M10SP JT-BGXP JT-STS9P JT5T25P JT-MK15OP JT-W12OP N N mm ASP 109 FOX 74 MAX 91-108 MAX BGXI ST 61-75-90 ST 25-3000 MOKI 15 WEOFiA 120 2995 2995 2995 3495 2995 2995 3495 2995 February 1994 127 100 LIt 100 55 FORT WA YNE R/C Model Hobby Show & Swap Meet Over 50000 Sq Ft space available BOAT POND 0 CARPET TRACK @ TRUCK PULLS 1st Place Plaques Static Displays Information Call Parker Garry Geiselman 219-483-6144 219-482-3448 UNIVERSAL STRAP ON older engInes wltttout muffler Dolts EXhaust extensIons worm drive mounting strap included JT-6OPB 51-61 S2495
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 93, 94, 126, 127
RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS .. FOR THE PAST several months have pleasure flying new Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio am impressed its improved capabilities also obvious thought effort went its design radio neither looks nor feels like anything have seen before layout easy use understand requiring minimal instruction-manual reading Because radio presents such volume capabilities impossible adequately describe its features just article What will describe Infinity 660s main features use support future articles Infinity 660 six-channel radio available either FM PCM modulation individual computer programs optimize flying helicopters airplanes sailplanes 660 also capable storing information up four models several helicopters can flown same transmitter simply purchasing additional airborne packs also available several configurations either standard servos battery ball-bearing contest servos large 1000 mAh battery Airtronics SGX gyro integral servo airborne pack fairly standard what have come expect top-ofthe-line equipment Although electronics type could give technical information receiver think its sufficient say receiver state-ofthe-art small lightweight works time radio came five Airtronics 94735 servos ball-bearing coreless-motor contest variety No torque speed specifications presented fast powerful servo have used battery large 1000 mAh pack appropriate charger both transmitter receiver together standard on/off switch combination represents excellent airborne system virtually helicopter As almost modern-day radio uniqueness radio transmitter glance shows modern completely redesigned radio anything Airtronics has previously presented Infinity 660 may initially seem complicated overwhelming its capabilities its actually very user friendly easy program 660s capabilities options clearly explained best-written instruction manuals have seen enough information presented understand functions radio guidance individual functions may used helicopter also clearly explained Individual setup sheets also provided once get February 1994 93 User can assign functions rocker switches top outer corners front toggle switches Individual switches chosen desired functions two-line liquid crystal display six control buttons Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio make user-friendly easy program helicopter flying way like simply copy program data setup sheet permanent record Now lets take detailed look some exciting features radio New Molded Plastic Transmitter Certainly first features will notice about Infinity 660 transmitter its unique molded plastic design keeps needed switches within easy reach providing comfortable feel standard toggle switches top transmitter have replaced rocker switches first took little getting used little practice rocker switches have comfortable feel However preferring standard toggle switches left front transmitter Assignable Switches An especially nice feature individual switch functions whether rocker toggle designated user meaning can use whatever switch want idle up throttle hold etc quite departure other radios manufacturer has determined individual switch functions Computer Controls next obvious feature large fold down window bottom transmitter used protect two-line LCD liquid crystal display computer screen input keys dirt 94735 baIl-bearing servos perfect match precise requirements authors X-Cell 60 fuel etc Under window real brains radio lets various setup programs fine-tune helicopter Its still up make sure pushrods mechanical connections set up correctly before using radio make flying corrections LCD display controlled six buttons enable cycle through displays enter particular program adjust displayed parameters radio first turned initial screen presents aircraft type information heli airplane glider total transmitter time since reset stopwatch timer display can count up down name model being flown transmitter voltage Once past initial screen other setup functions obtained cycling through menu entering particular function Some standard features include four pitch offsets three throttle curves four revolution mixing settings three rudder offsets two dual rates two exponential curves enough following some advanced computer functions Trim Memory used flight-control channels allows trim switches reset center position maintaining specific trim information computer memory particularly nice feature because trim levers now always neutral can change model another worrying about models trim position Four Model Memory lets store information up four different helicopters Now dont have buy separate radio helicopters Continued page 126 94 Model Aviation THE TWIN-AIR 20 IS HERE AT LAST YES THE TWIN-AIR 20 REALLY CAN BE CONTROLLED ON JUST ONE ENGINE YES THE TWiN-AIR 20 OFFERS THE SAME HIGH QUALITY PERFOR MANCE EASE OF FLYiNG AND HANDLING AEROBATIC CAPABILI TIES FUN TO BUILD AND FUN TO FLY FEATURES FOUND IN ALL NORTHEAST AERODYNAMIC KITS THE TRAIN-AIRS BEL-AIRS AND SPORT AIR YES ITS FROM . NORTHEAST AERODYNAMICS INC 4 NORTHEA ST AERODYNAMICS INC 150 ROBINSON ROAD ON NH 03051 881-5899 Specifications Engine Requirement -Two 20-30 Wing Span 58 Wing Area 625 Sq 434 Sq Fuselage Length 43 Fuselage Width 35 Overall Weight Range 55 65 pounds Wing Loading Range 195 239 Sq Ft Radio Functions -4 Channel Sport Flying Flys hour THE AIRPLANE FACTORY INC 1880 PINE VIEW MANDEVILLE LA 70448 504-626-7840 FIEE CATALOG R/C Combat_________ Crash Resistant 48 wingspan 4A -5Ibs Aluminum Landing Gear $69 LIST $8995 VISA COD 1-800-264-7840 Kombat 40 member quick building extremely durable Armadillo series Made aluminum polypropelyne no foam can assembled engine mounted radio installed hour Nothing extra buy provIde 4 channel radial 25-40 engine supply everything else great sports plane fully aerobatic bolt-on symmetrical wing pre-hinged pre-finished red blue orange yellow compared other almost ready fly designs take 10-12 hours longer complete Kombat AU Irue winner ORDER YOURS TODAY Trainer Version avaIlable $7495 wI DAILY %dIIWIE*T77 4338 AuIn Blvd Island Park NY 11558 516/431-4127 516/594-9881 PEAlUASNO UTEWEIGHT EMT CONDUIT TUBING & QUICK LOCK SUP ON FITflNGS NO TOOLS BREAKDOWN MODEL Fits Cars & Can 11 Add Amounts Below unit P1100 8x10& 10x10 Flat SxlO 10x10 Peaked FT~1NCLurn1 $35 13/41 & $45 111 F1FJCLUDE6 13/41110x20 FlatI3/4i I8x10$95$130I$643141&$73111ISalO$80$110 lOslO $100 $135 I10x20 PeakedlOXIC $85 $115 4554 1314 & $62 Il AMJFACIURE & 5TOU SEVER AL OThER SYSTEMS & HAVE Fill IHE OF ACCESEORIES ALL WITh ThE VENDOR H MM CALL FAX OR MAt Us TO PLACE YOUR ORDER OR TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE CATALOG P3JP3EP41PCP3 -6003/4400346803/4-4003/4-6OO3/4-6803/4-750 P-BOOP800I 900I 5001 800P-900 l-1000 P4LP40PSFFOOT PAD F03FOLBuNGlE zff~ 003/4-6503/47503/4-6503/4-6003/4-600 P-900V-900 1 1000I 7501-800P-BOO SA CHS POWER WALKER MACHINE 58 Engine $59500 42 Engine $52500 32 Engine $45000 26 Engine $45000 $1200 Shipping Engine Test ir update Sachs style Engines Distributed BLUE MOUNTAIN 503 938-6743 Fax 503 938-6950 517 N Elizabeth P0 Box 777 Milton-Freewater OR 97862 Video $1295 pp RC HeIicopters/TadeIius Continued page 94 just purchase airborne pack helicopter switch 660 transmitter helicopter choice Servo Centering used fine-tune center neutral position flightcontrol servos FirsE adjust control linkages close possible neutral position use feature finetune center servo position Hovering Pitch Throttle controlled two knobs face transmitter enabling fine-tune hovering rpm collective stick position Compensation Mixer allows transmitter control input affect two flight functions could used correct bad tendencies helicopter might have during particular maneuver just make flying little easier mixing tail rotor aileron coordinated turns Data Copy allows entire set control parameters helicopter copied another model program would like experiment changes known setup first copy data another model program safe keeping should want return original data Alternate Model Function powerful features Infinity 660 because allows pilot switch model setup another model setup during flight used Copy Data function slight changes copied data can made experiment improving helicopters flight characteristics Now can switch between two model setups during flight quickly compare flight improvements Its important able switch back quickly known setup should changes detrimental Another nice use Alternate Model Function ability switch flightcontrol parameters single switch 126 Model Aviation POP UP CANOPIES $29900 lOxlO LIGHTWEIGHT $39900 lOxlO HEAVYWEIGHT Sets Up Less 30 Seconds No Tools Required Other Sizes 8x8 lOxiS 10x20 different flight conditions Now can program calm-wind setup windyweather setup flipping switch can instantly change between two programs during flight weather conditions warrant test flying Infinity 660 negative comment can think concerns instruction manual Although detailed well written its pages falling out after moderate use newer binding has already developed solve problem being shipped current radios However have older instruction manuals its easy use three-hole punch put everything three-ring notebook As can see short report Airtronics Infinity 660 radio presents tremendous amount features make flying easier precise Additional information Infinity 660 will presented future columns radio used support in-depth helicopter setup flying subjects information Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio contact local hobby shop write Airtronics Inc 11 Autry Irvine CA 92718 ECTION page 29 December issue lower--right photo should identify Cody Jerry Robertson flagstaff Arizona w iii use Electric Connector Rltdtttnrpsatltct DC tirenkO tentea DID Moats Moddar Do-odnate Hooen 1 Sermos Super Connector Lifetime Guarantee $500 per packet 2 Sermoa Super Charging Jack Lifetime Guarantee $550 per packet 3 Sermoa Standard Connector $400 per packet 4 Sermos Standard Charging Jack $450 per packet 5 Sennos Standard Anning Switch $400 per packet & Sermos Inserilon & Extraction Toot $800 per tool Mimiman Order $1500 PLUS $250 Shipping Handeling Only certified checks Money Orders accepted payment orders Distributors Dealers Inquiries Invited Please call 203 322-6294 tsr torther intsrmatisn S~MIQS RIO SNAP CONNECTORS NC Cedar Corotri StatIon Boo 16787 Stamfsrd CT 06905 live minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft Stops case top and/or plastic bushing wear Prevents output gear shaft shimmy Reduces friction improves servo centering Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars Mandatory helicopter servos Free output arm provided case top C Guaranteed against breakage year pay $3995 $2995 IBC-l Fits FUTABA 528/S 128 S38/S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 IBC-2As above set 1$695 C-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 C-4As above set I$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing 0niy JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-5t Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling aii orders 114 692-1393 Info OnlyOaiifornia Residenta Add 775% Sales Tan 800 845-8978 Orders Only VISA MASTERCARD Accepted Pitts-Style Mufflers 29-45 JT4OP $2195 SI -61 JT-60P $2395 MOKI St JT-MK61P $2595 uNivERSAL BOLT ON sIde mounted engines WIlt ftC 90% moat engInes made after 1989 Easy attactt Just bolt muffler englnctory msffler bolts boltswith muffler JT-40P8 29-45 $2295 MAIL ORDER Please add $250 UPS strIpping Check MO Visa MC COO accepted Add $400 extra COD CalIfornIa resIdents add 8% sales ta JT-A9IP JT-F74P JT-M10SP JT-BGXP JT-STS9P JT5T25P JT-MK15OP JT-W12OP N N mm ASP 109 FOX 74 MAX 91-108 MAX BGXI ST 61-75-90 ST 25-3000 MOKI 15 WEOFiA 120 2995 2995 2995 3495 2995 2995 3495 2995 February 1994 127 100 LIt 100 55 FORT WA YNE R/C Model Hobby Show & Swap Meet Over 50000 Sq Ft space available BOAT POND 0 CARPET TRACK @ TRUCK PULLS 1st Place Plaques Static Displays Information Call Parker Garry Geiselman 219-483-6144 219-482-3448 UNIVERSAL STRAP ON older engInes wltttout muffler Dolts EXhaust extensIons worm drive mounting strap included JT-6OPB 51-61 S2495
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 93, 94, 126, 127
RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS .. FOR THE PAST several months have pleasure flying new Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio am impressed its improved capabilities also obvious thought effort went its design radio neither looks nor feels like anything have seen before layout easy use understand requiring minimal instruction-manual reading Because radio presents such volume capabilities impossible adequately describe its features just article What will describe Infinity 660s main features use support future articles Infinity 660 six-channel radio available either FM PCM modulation individual computer programs optimize flying helicopters airplanes sailplanes 660 also capable storing information up four models several helicopters can flown same transmitter simply purchasing additional airborne packs also available several configurations either standard servos battery ball-bearing contest servos large 1000 mAh battery Airtronics SGX gyro integral servo airborne pack fairly standard what have come expect top-ofthe-line equipment Although electronics type could give technical information receiver think its sufficient say receiver state-ofthe-art small lightweight works time radio came five Airtronics 94735 servos ball-bearing coreless-motor contest variety No torque speed specifications presented fast powerful servo have used battery large 1000 mAh pack appropriate charger both transmitter receiver together standard on/off switch combination represents excellent airborne system virtually helicopter As almost modern-day radio uniqueness radio transmitter glance shows modern completely redesigned radio anything Airtronics has previously presented Infinity 660 may initially seem complicated overwhelming its capabilities its actually very user friendly easy program 660s capabilities options clearly explained best-written instruction manuals have seen enough information presented understand functions radio guidance individual functions may used helicopter also clearly explained Individual setup sheets also provided once get February 1994 93 User can assign functions rocker switches top outer corners front toggle switches Individual switches chosen desired functions two-line liquid crystal display six control buttons Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio make user-friendly easy program helicopter flying way like simply copy program data setup sheet permanent record Now lets take detailed look some exciting features radio New Molded Plastic Transmitter Certainly first features will notice about Infinity 660 transmitter its unique molded plastic design keeps needed switches within easy reach providing comfortable feel standard toggle switches top transmitter have replaced rocker switches first took little getting used little practice rocker switches have comfortable feel However preferring standard toggle switches left front transmitter Assignable Switches An especially nice feature individual switch functions whether rocker toggle designated user meaning can use whatever switch want idle up throttle hold etc quite departure other radios manufacturer has determined individual switch functions Computer Controls next obvious feature large fold down window bottom transmitter used protect two-line LCD liquid crystal display computer screen input keys dirt 94735 baIl-bearing servos perfect match precise requirements authors X-Cell 60 fuel etc Under window real brains radio lets various setup programs fine-tune helicopter Its still up make sure pushrods mechanical connections set up correctly before using radio make flying corrections LCD display controlled six buttons enable cycle through displays enter particular program adjust displayed parameters radio first turned initial screen presents aircraft type information heli airplane glider total transmitter time since reset stopwatch timer display can count up down name model being flown transmitter voltage Once past initial screen other setup functions obtained cycling through menu entering particular function Some standard features include four pitch offsets three throttle curves four revolution mixing settings three rudder offsets two dual rates two exponential curves enough following some advanced computer functions Trim Memory used flight-control channels allows trim switches reset center position maintaining specific trim information computer memory particularly nice feature because trim levers now always neutral can change model another worrying about models trim position Four Model Memory lets store information up four different helicopters Now dont have buy separate radio helicopters Continued page 126 94 Model Aviation THE TWIN-AIR 20 IS HERE AT LAST YES THE TWIN-AIR 20 REALLY CAN BE CONTROLLED ON JUST ONE ENGINE YES THE TWiN-AIR 20 OFFERS THE SAME HIGH QUALITY PERFOR MANCE EASE OF FLYiNG AND HANDLING AEROBATIC CAPABILI TIES FUN TO BUILD AND FUN TO FLY FEATURES FOUND IN ALL NORTHEAST AERODYNAMIC KITS THE TRAIN-AIRS BEL-AIRS AND SPORT AIR YES ITS FROM . NORTHEAST AERODYNAMICS INC 4 NORTHEA ST AERODYNAMICS INC 150 ROBINSON ROAD ON NH 03051 881-5899 Specifications Engine Requirement -Two 20-30 Wing Span 58 Wing Area 625 Sq 434 Sq Fuselage Length 43 Fuselage Width 35 Overall Weight Range 55 65 pounds Wing Loading Range 195 239 Sq Ft Radio Functions -4 Channel Sport Flying Flys hour THE AIRPLANE FACTORY INC 1880 PINE VIEW MANDEVILLE LA 70448 504-626-7840 FIEE CATALOG R/C Combat_________ Crash Resistant 48 wingspan 4A -5Ibs Aluminum Landing Gear $69 LIST $8995 VISA COD 1-800-264-7840 Kombat 40 member quick building extremely durable Armadillo series Made aluminum polypropelyne no foam can assembled engine mounted radio installed hour Nothing extra buy provIde 4 channel radial 25-40 engine supply everything else great sports plane fully aerobatic bolt-on symmetrical wing pre-hinged pre-finished red blue orange yellow compared other almost ready fly designs take 10-12 hours longer complete Kombat AU Irue winner ORDER YOURS TODAY Trainer Version avaIlable $7495 wI DAILY %dIIWIE*T77 4338 AuIn Blvd Island Park NY 11558 516/431-4127 516/594-9881 PEAlUASNO UTEWEIGHT EMT CONDUIT TUBING & QUICK LOCK SUP ON FITflNGS NO TOOLS BREAKDOWN MODEL Fits Cars & Can 11 Add Amounts Below unit P1100 8x10& 10x10 Flat SxlO 10x10 Peaked FT~1NCLurn1 $35 13/41 & $45 111 F1FJCLUDE6 13/41110x20 FlatI3/4i I8x10$95$130I$643141&$73111ISalO$80$110 lOslO $100 $135 I10x20 PeakedlOXIC $85 $115 4554 1314 & $62 Il AMJFACIURE & 5TOU SEVER AL OThER SYSTEMS & HAVE Fill IHE OF ACCESEORIES ALL WITh ThE VENDOR H MM CALL FAX OR MAt Us TO PLACE YOUR ORDER OR TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE CATALOG P3JP3EP41PCP3 -6003/4400346803/4-4003/4-6OO3/4-6803/4-750 P-BOOP800I 900I 5001 800P-900 l-1000 P4LP40PSFFOOT PAD F03FOLBuNGlE zff~ 003/4-6503/47503/4-6503/4-6003/4-600 P-900V-900 1 1000I 7501-800P-BOO SA CHS POWER WALKER MACHINE 58 Engine $59500 42 Engine $52500 32 Engine $45000 26 Engine $45000 $1200 Shipping Engine Test ir update Sachs style Engines Distributed BLUE MOUNTAIN 503 938-6743 Fax 503 938-6950 517 N Elizabeth P0 Box 777 Milton-Freewater OR 97862 Video $1295 pp RC HeIicopters/TadeIius Continued page 94 just purchase airborne pack helicopter switch 660 transmitter helicopter choice Servo Centering used fine-tune center neutral position flightcontrol servos FirsE adjust control linkages close possible neutral position use feature finetune center servo position Hovering Pitch Throttle controlled two knobs face transmitter enabling fine-tune hovering rpm collective stick position Compensation Mixer allows transmitter control input affect two flight functions could used correct bad tendencies helicopter might have during particular maneuver just make flying little easier mixing tail rotor aileron coordinated turns Data Copy allows entire set control parameters helicopter copied another model program would like experiment changes known setup first copy data another model program safe keeping should want return original data Alternate Model Function powerful features Infinity 660 because allows pilot switch model setup another model setup during flight used Copy Data function slight changes copied data can made experiment improving helicopters flight characteristics Now can switch between two model setups during flight quickly compare flight improvements Its important able switch back quickly known setup should changes detrimental Another nice use Alternate Model Function ability switch flightcontrol parameters single switch 126 Model Aviation POP UP CANOPIES $29900 lOxlO LIGHTWEIGHT $39900 lOxlO HEAVYWEIGHT Sets Up Less 30 Seconds No Tools Required Other Sizes 8x8 lOxiS 10x20 different flight conditions Now can program calm-wind setup windyweather setup flipping switch can instantly change between two programs during flight weather conditions warrant test flying Infinity 660 negative comment can think concerns instruction manual Although detailed well written its pages falling out after moderate use newer binding has already developed solve problem being shipped current radios However have older instruction manuals its easy use three-hole punch put everything three-ring notebook As can see short report Airtronics Infinity 660 radio presents tremendous amount features make flying easier precise Additional information Infinity 660 will presented future columns radio used support in-depth helicopter setup flying subjects information Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio contact local hobby shop write Airtronics Inc 11 Autry Irvine CA 92718 ECTION page 29 December issue lower--right photo should identify Cody Jerry Robertson flagstaff Arizona w iii use Electric Connector Rltdtttnrpsatltct DC tirenkO tentea DID Moats Moddar Do-odnate Hooen 1 Sermos Super Connector Lifetime Guarantee $500 per packet 2 Sermoa Super Charging Jack Lifetime Guarantee $550 per packet 3 Sermoa Standard Connector $400 per packet 4 Sermos Standard Charging Jack $450 per packet 5 Sennos Standard Anning Switch $400 per packet & Sermos Inserilon & Extraction Toot $800 per tool Mimiman Order $1500 PLUS $250 Shipping Handeling Only certified checks Money Orders accepted payment orders Distributors Dealers Inquiries Invited Please call 203 322-6294 tsr torther intsrmatisn S~MIQS RIO SNAP CONNECTORS NC Cedar Corotri StatIon Boo 16787 Stamfsrd CT 06905 live minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft Stops case top and/or plastic bushing wear Prevents output gear shaft shimmy Reduces friction improves servo centering Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars Mandatory helicopter servos Free output arm provided case top C Guaranteed against breakage year pay $3995 $2995 IBC-l Fits FUTABA 528/S 128 S38/S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 IBC-2As above set 1$695 C-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 C-4As above set I$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing 0niy JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-5t Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling aii orders 114 692-1393 Info OnlyOaiifornia Residenta Add 775% Sales Tan 800 845-8978 Orders Only VISA MASTERCARD Accepted Pitts-Style Mufflers 29-45 JT4OP $2195 SI -61 JT-60P $2395 MOKI St JT-MK61P $2595 uNivERSAL BOLT ON sIde mounted engines WIlt ftC 90% moat engInes made after 1989 Easy attactt Just bolt muffler englnctory msffler bolts boltswith muffler JT-40P8 29-45 $2295 MAIL ORDER Please add $250 UPS strIpping Check MO Visa MC COO accepted Add $400 extra COD CalIfornIa resIdents add 8% sales ta JT-A9IP JT-F74P JT-M10SP JT-BGXP JT-STS9P JT5T25P JT-MK15OP JT-W12OP N N mm ASP 109 FOX 74 MAX 91-108 MAX BGXI ST 61-75-90 ST 25-3000 MOKI 15 WEOFiA 120 2995 2995 2995 3495 2995 2995 3495 2995 February 1994 127 100 LIt 100 55 FORT WA YNE R/C Model Hobby Show & Swap Meet Over 50000 Sq Ft space available BOAT POND 0 CARPET TRACK @ TRUCK PULLS 1st Place Plaques Static Displays Information Call Parker Garry Geiselman 219-483-6144 219-482-3448 UNIVERSAL STRAP ON older engInes wltttout muffler Dolts EXhaust extensIons worm drive mounting strap included JT-6OPB 51-61 S2495
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 93, 94, 126, 127
RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS .. FOR THE PAST several months have pleasure flying new Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio am impressed its improved capabilities also obvious thought effort went its design radio neither looks nor feels like anything have seen before layout easy use understand requiring minimal instruction-manual reading Because radio presents such volume capabilities impossible adequately describe its features just article What will describe Infinity 660s main features use support future articles Infinity 660 six-channel radio available either FM PCM modulation individual computer programs optimize flying helicopters airplanes sailplanes 660 also capable storing information up four models several helicopters can flown same transmitter simply purchasing additional airborne packs also available several configurations either standard servos battery ball-bearing contest servos large 1000 mAh battery Airtronics SGX gyro integral servo airborne pack fairly standard what have come expect top-ofthe-line equipment Although electronics type could give technical information receiver think its sufficient say receiver state-ofthe-art small lightweight works time radio came five Airtronics 94735 servos ball-bearing coreless-motor contest variety No torque speed specifications presented fast powerful servo have used battery large 1000 mAh pack appropriate charger both transmitter receiver together standard on/off switch combination represents excellent airborne system virtually helicopter As almost modern-day radio uniqueness radio transmitter glance shows modern completely redesigned radio anything Airtronics has previously presented Infinity 660 may initially seem complicated overwhelming its capabilities its actually very user friendly easy program 660s capabilities options clearly explained best-written instruction manuals have seen enough information presented understand functions radio guidance individual functions may used helicopter also clearly explained Individual setup sheets also provided once get February 1994 93 User can assign functions rocker switches top outer corners front toggle switches Individual switches chosen desired functions two-line liquid crystal display six control buttons Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio make user-friendly easy program helicopter flying way like simply copy program data setup sheet permanent record Now lets take detailed look some exciting features radio New Molded Plastic Transmitter Certainly first features will notice about Infinity 660 transmitter its unique molded plastic design keeps needed switches within easy reach providing comfortable feel standard toggle switches top transmitter have replaced rocker switches first took little getting used little practice rocker switches have comfortable feel However preferring standard toggle switches left front transmitter Assignable Switches An especially nice feature individual switch functions whether rocker toggle designated user meaning can use whatever switch want idle up throttle hold etc quite departure other radios manufacturer has determined individual switch functions Computer Controls next obvious feature large fold down window bottom transmitter used protect two-line LCD liquid crystal display computer screen input keys dirt 94735 baIl-bearing servos perfect match precise requirements authors X-Cell 60 fuel etc Under window real brains radio lets various setup programs fine-tune helicopter Its still up make sure pushrods mechanical connections set up correctly before using radio make flying corrections LCD display controlled six buttons enable cycle through displays enter particular program adjust displayed parameters radio first turned initial screen presents aircraft type information heli airplane glider total transmitter time since reset stopwatch timer display can count up down name model being flown transmitter voltage Once past initial screen other setup functions obtained cycling through menu entering particular function Some standard features include four pitch offsets three throttle curves four revolution mixing settings three rudder offsets two dual rates two exponential curves enough following some advanced computer functions Trim Memory used flight-control channels allows trim switches reset center position maintaining specific trim information computer memory particularly nice feature because trim levers now always neutral can change model another worrying about models trim position Four Model Memory lets store information up four different helicopters Now dont have buy separate radio helicopters Continued page 126 94 Model Aviation THE TWIN-AIR 20 IS HERE AT LAST YES THE TWIN-AIR 20 REALLY CAN BE CONTROLLED ON JUST ONE ENGINE YES THE TWiN-AIR 20 OFFERS THE SAME HIGH QUALITY PERFOR MANCE EASE OF FLYiNG AND HANDLING AEROBATIC CAPABILI TIES FUN TO BUILD AND FUN TO FLY FEATURES FOUND IN ALL NORTHEAST AERODYNAMIC KITS THE TRAIN-AIRS BEL-AIRS AND SPORT AIR YES ITS FROM . 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503 938-6743 Fax 503 938-6950 517 N Elizabeth P0 Box 777 Milton-Freewater OR 97862 Video $1295 pp RC HeIicopters/TadeIius Continued page 94 just purchase airborne pack helicopter switch 660 transmitter helicopter choice Servo Centering used fine-tune center neutral position flightcontrol servos FirsE adjust control linkages close possible neutral position use feature finetune center servo position Hovering Pitch Throttle controlled two knobs face transmitter enabling fine-tune hovering rpm collective stick position Compensation Mixer allows transmitter control input affect two flight functions could used correct bad tendencies helicopter might have during particular maneuver just make flying little easier mixing tail rotor aileron coordinated turns Data Copy allows entire set control parameters helicopter copied another model program would like experiment changes known setup first copy data another model program safe keeping should want return original data Alternate Model Function powerful features Infinity 660 because allows pilot switch model setup another model setup during flight used Copy Data function slight changes copied data can made experiment improving helicopters flight characteristics Now can switch between two model setups during flight quickly compare flight improvements Its important able switch back quickly known setup should changes detrimental Another nice use Alternate Model Function ability switch flightcontrol parameters single switch 126 Model Aviation POP UP CANOPIES $29900 lOxlO LIGHTWEIGHT $39900 lOxlO HEAVYWEIGHT Sets Up Less 30 Seconds No Tools Required Other Sizes 8x8 lOxiS 10x20 different flight conditions Now can program calm-wind setup windyweather setup flipping switch can instantly change between two programs during flight weather conditions warrant test flying Infinity 660 negative comment can think concerns instruction manual Although detailed well written its pages falling out after moderate use newer binding has already developed solve problem being shipped current radios However have older instruction manuals its easy use three-hole punch put everything three-ring notebook As can see short report Airtronics Infinity 660 radio presents tremendous amount features make flying easier precise Additional information Infinity 660 will presented future columns radio used support in-depth helicopter setup flying subjects information Airtronics Infinity 660 Series radio contact local hobby shop write Airtronics Inc 11 Autry Irvine CA 92718 ECTION page 29 December issue lower--right photo should identify Cody Jerry Robertson flagstaff Arizona w iii use Electric Connector Rltdtttnrpsatltct DC tirenkO tentea DID Moats Moddar Do-odnate Hooen 1 Sermos Super Connector Lifetime Guarantee $500 per packet 2 Sermoa Super Charging Jack Lifetime Guarantee $550 per packet 3 Sermoa Standard Connector $400 per packet 4 Sermos Standard Charging Jack $450 per packet 5 Sennos Standard Anning Switch $400 per packet & Sermos Inserilon & Extraction Toot $800 per tool Mimiman Order $1500 PLUS $250 Shipping Handeling Only certified checks Money Orders accepted payment orders Distributors Dealers Inquiries Invited Please call 203 322-6294 tsr torther intsrmatisn S~MIQS RIO SNAP CONNECTORS NC Cedar Corotri StatIon Boo 16787 Stamfsrd CT 06905 live minutes can upgrade stan dard Futaba Airtronics servos ball bearing servos new EMS Ball Bearing Conversion Kit New case tops accurately molded super tough glass filled fuel-proof Celcon include top quality stainless steel ball bearing servo output shaft Stops case top and/or plastic bushing wear Prevents output gear shaft shimmy Reduces friction improves servo centering Enhances performance airplanes boats & cars Mandatory helicopter servos Free output arm provided case top C Guaranteed against breakage year pay $3995 $2995 IBC-l Fits FUTABA 528/S 128 S38/S 138 S48/S 148 Servos set 4$2595 IBC-2As above set 1$695 C-3Fits AIRTRONICS 94102 Servos set 4$2595 C-4As above set I$695 BBC-5Ball Bearing 0niy JR 501 507 RCDAPOLLO 05 10 FOCUS HS300 HS500 ACE 330342 342HS TOWER TS-5t Servos set 4$1995 Add $300 Shipping Handling aii orders 114 692-1393 Info OnlyOaiifornia Residenta Add 775% Sales Tan 800 845-8978 Orders Only VISA MASTERCARD Accepted Pitts-Style Mufflers 29-45 JT4OP $2195 SI -61 JT-60P $2395 MOKI St JT-MK61P $2595 uNivERSAL BOLT ON sIde mounted engines WIlt ftC 90% moat engInes made after 1989 Easy attactt Just bolt muffler englnctory msffler bolts boltswith muffler JT-40P8 29-45 $2295 MAIL ORDER Please add $250 UPS strIpping Check MO Visa MC COO accepted Add $400 extra COD CalIfornIa resIdents add 8% sales ta JT-A9IP JT-F74P JT-M10SP JT-BGXP JT-STS9P JT5T25P JT-MK15OP JT-W12OP N N mm ASP 109 FOX 74 MAX 91-108 MAX BGXI ST 61-75-90 ST 25-3000 MOKI 15 WEOFiA 120 2995 2995 2995 3495 2995 2995 3495 2995 February 1994 127 100 LIt 100 55 FORT WA YNE R/C Model Hobby Show & Swap Meet Over 50000 Sq Ft space available BOAT POND 0 CARPET TRACK @ TRUCK PULLS 1st Place Plaques Static Displays Information Call Parker Garry Geiselman 219-483-6144 219-482-3448 UNIVERSAL STRAP ON older engInes wltttout muffler Dolts EXhaust extensIons worm drive mounting strap included JT-6OPB 51-61 S2495