Futaba 8FG & 8FGS Radio Controller Programming Guide

Step‑by‑step guide for programming the Futaba 8FG and 8FGS radio for a four‑servo electric glider.


Futaba 8FG & 8FGS Radio Controller Programming Guide - cover page
Brand
Futaba
Document type
Programming Manual
Language
English
Pages
17
File format
PDF
File size
1.2 MB
Published
29 September, 2026
Updated
29 September, 2026
MD5 checksum
2534115AAD1A70C3E35D81445076F0E5

About this manual

This guide explains how to set up flight conditions, control mixes, servo assignments and failsafe settings on the Futaba 8FG/8FGS radio. It walks the user through creating a new model, selecting frequencies, naming the model, and configuring switches for different flight phases.

Detailed instructions cover servo direction, travel limits, limit points, crow‑brake setup, aileron differential, and programming the failsafe. The document assumes familiarity with the Touch Sensor for menu navigation and provides diagrams for each step.

What's inside

  • Programming the Futaba 8FG & 8FGS
  • Flight Conditions
  • Controls
  • Creating a New Model
  • Frequency Selection
  • Naming the Model
  • Function Set Up
  • Trim Set Up
  • Installing the Servos
  • Setting Servo Direction

Specifications

Number of toggle switches8
Possible switch positions2916
Default limit point value135
Default offset percentage15%

Frequently asked questions

How many different positions can the eight toggle switches be set to?

The eight toggle switches can be set in 2916 different positions.

What is the default offset value for the camber control?

The default OFFSET is set at 15%.

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