Programming tips for the 14MZ and FX-40

[RCfan]

This post will be used to list programming tips, suggestions, procedures and other useful information relating to programming the 14MZ (and FX-40).

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Tip away ... :mrgreen:

[RCfan]

Official 14MZ FAQ

Always consult the official 14MZ FAQ section from Futaba before asking for help. Many questions are already answered in their info.

http://www.14mz.com/faq/faq-14mz.html

[RCfan]

eCCPM setup guide :: Working with the Swash Detail screen

Here's a very nice write-up by Ben Minor on setting up eCCPM on the 14MZ:
http://www.helifreak.com/viewtopic.php?t=11836

Note: the above post used to be sticky, but cleared it to minimize the amount of sticky posts on this section of the forums.

[RCfan]

Programming in the Futaba GV-1 governor

Here's a nice page on setting up the GV1 by Eric Larson:
http://www.ericlarsonrc.com/Heli/Equ.../FutabaGV1.htm

And some additional posts here in HF about the subject:
http://www.helifreak.com/viewtopic.php?t=6924
http://www.helifreak.com/viewtopic.php?t=9421

[MarkD]

Programming with CSM Gyro's

If using the 14MZ with the R5014DPS G3 Reciever and a CSM Gyro that has the ability to switch from Normal to Head Lock(ICG400 in this case) it will not work or enter setup mode if the standard plug positions are used ie Gyro Gain - CH3. You have to use CH10, 11 or 12

This is acheived by pulling up the Linkages Screen and selecting Function. Then assign either CH10,11 or 12 to Gyro. The Gyro Gain and Mode change will then work as expected

I have only confirmed this on an ICG400

This only applies if using the 14MZ with the R5014DPS G3 Reciever, all other recivers 1024PCM and PPM are as standard - Gyro Gain plugs into CH3

Also the mode selection is reversed with CSM Gyro's

AVCS = Gyro Normal
NOR = Gyro Head Lock/Smartlock

[kraaijer]

Originally Posted by MarkD

Programming with CSM Gyro's


Also the mode selection is reversed with CSM Gyro's

AVCS = Gyro Normal
NOR = Gyro Head Lock/Smartlock

Reverse the channel on which you control the gyro, so it will function like other gyro's.