1. System Firmware (aka: OpenTX): Computer code that tells the RF firmware what to do. This includes any adjustments you might make on your transmitter, the number of channels used and their order, any switch assignments, special rates, etc.. This … Continue reading
Glossary
A type of helicopter that has main blades at a set angle.
Describes the act of updating firmware in a device, usually by transfer of information from a computer connected to the device. A synonym for “Burn”
Flight Modes are combinations of different model set ups that enhance control under widely different conditions for a given model. For example glider pilots may want one set of control responses for launch, another for riding a thermal or for … Continue reading
FrSky Lipo Sensor w/Smart Port, for use with FrSky Smart Port enabled receivers, such as X8R, X6R, X4R, etc., Operating voltage range: 2S~6S (6~25V)
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File structure on the SD Card in the Taranis
Abbreviation for Fixed Pitch
First Person View – A special interest group with RC model aviation using a camera and video transmitter mounted on the model to transmit video/audio/telemetry to the RC pilot on the ground
A complete set of signals as sent from the transmitter. It contains the servo position information for each channel used to fly your airplane. Each channel occupies a specific position in the frame.
A type of compressed file used for Apple computers
Future Technical Devices International, a USB serial communication device/protocol
Telemetry; Fuel level
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An adjustable strength of feedback to a gyro or flight stabilizer. Determines aggressiveness of control action. Used in RC helicopters to stop the tail from exhibiting un-commanded changes in direction due to disc loading and/or wind. Also a term used … Continue reading
GV1 thru GV9: OpenTX provides Global Variables to store quantities for use in multiple functions without having to edit each function individually. Global variables also can be linked to a slider or rotary knob to adjust variables in flight.
Maintains constant rotor head speed under changing loads. Typically becomes effective above a specified throttle setting and used for aggressive flying. Used in advanced collective pitch RC helicopters.
Global Positioning System, a satellite navigation system used to provide location and time information anywhere on earth
GPS altitude above sea level
Specifies format for display of GPS coordinates. Most GPS coordinates exchanged between computers are in NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) format expressed as numbers with decimal fractions. The alternate HMS format expresses location in hours, minutes, and seconds.