This document is the instruction manual for the AVCS GYRO GY501 Yaw-Axis Stabilizer for model helicopters. It describes the features and proper usage of the product.
This manual provides instructions for the Futaba GY501 AVCS gyro, a yaw-axis stabilizer designed for model helicopters. It details the use of the Futaba AVCS system to improve tail stability against disturbances like wind and flight posture changes. The guide covers safety precautions, initialization procedures, and sensor mounting.
| Product Type | Yaw-axis stabilizer for helicopter (rate gyro) |
|---|---|
| Display Device | 8-character dot matrix liquid crystal display |
| Operating Voltage Range | DC 3.8V to 6.0V |
| Current Drain | 60mA (@4.8V, including sensor) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10 to +50 degree C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10 to 90%RH (no condensation) |
| Dimensions (Body) | 56.5 x 30.5 x 16mm |
| Weight (Body) | 34g |
It uses the Futaba AVCS system to theoretically correct tail movement caused by wind, flight posture changes, and other disturbances, increasing stabilization.
Do not move the helicopter until the **INIT* message disappears (in about 5 seconds) and do not move the transmitter rudder stick from the neutral position.