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Box model type ACRO (Plane Mode)
End point adjustment Set to 50% initially. (If the Elev-8 still seems too reactive, reduce
to 30% until you get used to flying it.)
Dual-rates (D/R) 100%
Channel reverse Normal: Hi Tech Spektrum, JR Brands
Reversed: Futaba brand
Trims Centered
Sub-trims Centered
Gain adjust Set gain on 5th channel. Start with 25%; add or subtract based
on flight stability.
Exponential After gaining experience, add up to 30% into aileron and elevator.

Table 3.1 Transmitter Setting Recommendations

Programming the Electronic Speed Controllers
In this step, you will program the motor’s ESCs with an ESC Programming Card. The ESCs
should not be plugged into the motors yet. If the ESCs are plugged into the motors, disconnect
them now.

note: The ESC Programming Card was added to the kits in April 2013. They are also available
separately from http://www.parallax.com; search for “85000.”

Figure 3.31 Transmitter 2-axis controls translated to Elev-8 motion.