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To select or de-select a setting, or enter a screen. Press briefl y to access the SETTINGS 

menu. Press and hold to access the MODEL SETUP menu.

The TTX850 has three types of menus.

The 

SYSTEM SETUP

 menu allows for setting basic operational functions for the radio itself.

Selecting and managing the model memories, confi guring the radio for the structure of the airplane, 

helicopter, or quadcopters is done in the 

MODEL SETUP

 menu. Most functions apply for all model types. 

Select functions are available for certain model types only.

Setting various radio functions to control the model is done in the 

SETTINGS

 menu. Some settings apply 

for all model types, while certain functions are available for certain model types only.

Fundamental settings for the transmitter itself are located in this menu. With the power switch in the OFF 

position, press and hold 

ENTER

, turn the power switch ON and wait for the SYSTEM SETUP screen to 

show. Move the cursor and press 

ENTER

 to select any setting. Press 

 and 

 to change settings. Press 

ENTER

 to confi rm the setting.

USER NAME

Enter your name to identify the radio. The cursor will be under the fi rst character. Press 

ENTER

 to highlight 

this character. Press 

 and 

 to fi nd the desired character, then 

ENTER

 to confi rm. The cursor will 

automatically move to the next cursor. Repeat as necessary for up to 11 characters. Pressing 

CLEAR

 will 

move the cursor back one space and erase the character in that space. Press 

ESC

 when fi nished.

STICK MODE

The TTX850 is factory set to Mode 2 confi guration, 

but can be changed to Mode 1, 3, or 4 as explained 
below. To change modes in the programming, move 
the cursor to the STICK MODE line, highlight and 
press 

ENTER

, then press 

 or 

 to fi nd the 

desired mode. Press 

ENTER

 to confi rm.

In addition to programming changes, stick mode changes require relocation of gimbal stick parts to achieve 
the proper control. Go to www.tacticrc.com and click on the TTX850 link to fi nd directions for how to change 
gimbal settings.

CONTRAST

Adjust the LCD’s contrast level for optimum viewing.

SPEAKER VOLUME

Adjust the loudness of the radio’s beeper as desired. This volume setting affects all tones that are emitted 

from the radio including trim adjustments, alarms, programming changes, etc. Speaker volume for all alarms 
is not adjustable.

MENUS

SYSTEM SETUP

1
2
3
4

Mode

aileron/rudder

throttle/rudder

aileron/elevator

throttle/aileron

Left Stick

throttle/elevator

aileron/elevator

throttle/rudder

elevator/rudder

Right Stick

Summary of Contents for TACJ2850

Page 1: ...are just a few of the benefits which can be used for models of all sizes Tactic 2 4GHz transmitters are compat ible only with Tactic brand receivers and those utilizing the SLT protocol 2 4GHz 8 CHANN...

Page 2: ...urve 12 Throttle Cut 13 Advanced Gyro Gain 14 Aileron Mixer 14 Rudder Mixer 14 Aileron Differential 14 Flap Mixer 15 Air Brake Set 15 Flight Condition 15 Programmable Mixer 15 Rf Output 16 Timers 16 D...

Page 3: ...rcraft include receivers having the SLT protocol Always mount the optional receiver servos switch harness battery electronic speed control etc as explained in the manual included with such equipment a...

Page 4: ...h must be in the OFF position to recharge batteries Do not charge batteries at greater than 1 amp Cycling of the Tx batteries can be accomplished through this jack Misuse improper charging or over cha...

Page 5: ...ar back onto the case front making sure that no wires are pinched between the case parts Press the case halves together Insert the screws back into their positions and carefully tighten them until snu...

Page 6: ...djustable for optimum viewing Six pushbuttons navigate the menus and settings Single button pushes will result in a single incremental adjustment on screen Holding a button for a short time will resul...

Page 7: ...haracter Press ENTER to highlight this character Press and to find the desired character then ENTER to confirm The cursor will automatically move to the next cursor Repeat as necessary for up to 11 ch...

Page 8: ...arameters in a particular memory are accidentally changed etc MODEL MANAGEMENT Shows basic information regarding the model setup in the Model memory number at top left Move the cursor up or down to se...

Page 9: ...4 servo plug positions in the Rx The travel limits for each servo can be adjusted independently Delta wing elevon Elevator and aileron channels are mixed useful for aircraft such as flying wings and...

Page 10: ...nd you have an idle up programmed this alarm will also sound to indicate that you have an idle up switch active Thro Cut The warning will sound when the throttle cut function is set and this switch is...

Page 11: ...ponential percentage the more the servo will rotate as the stick is moved away from center position To select the desired channel to adjust press ENTER then or Press ENTER when finished To assign a di...

Page 12: ...to a specific function Refer back to this section as needed Offset Move the cursor to this function Press ENTER then or to find the percent to offset the center position of the channel shown on this s...

Page 13: ...re the carburetor is at full open when the throttle stick is at full position Use the trim to adjust the engine idle position Move the throttle stick to idle position and turn the assigned throttle ho...

Page 14: ...to help offset unwanted yaw which can occur when ailerons are moved One servo must be connected to each aileron for this mix Instead of equal linear movement between both ailerons a differential perc...

Page 15: ...ron or flaps Adjust each mix as needed Select a switch to turn the mix on off FLIGHT CONDITION More than one flight condition can be set for control of the aileron elevator rudder and spoiler controls...

Page 16: ...will cause the timer to count To reset the timer move the switch to the stop position and press the CLEAR button The timer can also be started and stopped by the throttle stick Move the throttle stick...

Page 17: ...connected to the symmetrical swash plate at 120 angles from each other One pitch servo one elevation servo and one aileron servo are connected to the swash plate 3 Servos 135 For CCPM with three servo...

Page 18: ...moving the throttle stick and using the same controls within the pitch curve screen PITCH CURVE HOLD The setting method is the same as for throttle and pitch curve SWASHPLATE RING Depending on how ce...

Page 19: ...copter sections of this manual for how to set the different settings Linking the TTX850 to the Tactic receiver ensures sole communication between the two and prevents other transmitters from being abl...

Page 20: ...l in training situations it s very important to make sure all channel reverse settings and trim adjustments on the teacher and student transmitters match Otherwise the model could suddenly veer in an...

Page 21: ...ch for both transmitters to the OFF position This will terminate the wireless link between both transmitters Teacher and student s radio TTX850 or TTX650 1 Link the teacher s radio to the Rx 2 In the...

Page 22: ...tput power to prevent having to walk a long distance to check the range 1 Make sure the Tx throttle stick is at minimum position 2 Enter the RF OUTPUT screen in the SETTING menu as described on page 1...

Page 23: ...wiring connections are solid to prevent them from easily becoming dislodged during normal flight It s best to check the system with the propeller removed from the aircraft 1 Once all connections are m...

Page 24: ...down power to the electronic speed control or glow engine first then the receiver and finally the transmitter NEVER allow water or moisture to make contact with the electronic components inside the tr...

Page 25: ...ion in the model for better reception Crash damage send the radio to Hobby Services for repair RUN TIME IS SHORT Weak Tx or Rx batteries replace or recharge the batteries Obstructed servo linkages cau...

Page 26: ...contact the AMA for further details http www modelaircraft org files Memanual PDF Academy of Model Aeronautics 765 287 1256 Business 5161 East Memorial Drive 765 289 4248 Fax Muncie Indiana 47302 800...

Page 27: ...oit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement Cet apparei...

Page 28: ...ing from these causes within the stated warranty period Tactic will at its option repair or replace it for a service charge not greater than 50 of its then current retail list price Be sure to include...

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