Key facts
- Brand
- Futaba
- Model
- GY701
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-08-09
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Futaba GY701 Heading Hold Gyro Quick Start Guide
The Futaba GY701 combines a heading hold A VCS gyro and a head speed governor in one unit. This document serves as a quick start guide to help users get up and flying with the device using minimum steps before referring to the full instruction manual for advanced settings.
The guide covers model preparation, including sensor installation requirements such as mounting distance from nitro engines and rigidity. It details control box connections for various receiver types (S.BUS or standard), tail rotor servo setup, menu navigation for resetting defaults, selecting flight modes like 3D or F3C, and final pre-flight checks.
Futaba GY701 specifications
| Sensor Technology | MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical System) |
|---|---|
| Control Algorithm | PID control algorithm |
| Default Servo Type | DG:1520 |
| F3C Pirouette Rate | 450 deg/sec at AFR100% |
| 3D Pirouette Rate | 720 deg/sec at AFR100% |
All Futaba GY701 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the recommended mounting distance for the gyro sensor from a nitro engine?
The gyro sensor should be mounted at least 6 inches (152mm) away from a Nitro Engine.
How do you enter Gyro Expert Mode?
Press and hold the mode [+] button for one second while in the Gyro Basic menu.
What systems is the GY701 compatible with?
It should only be used with a 2.4GHz system such as the Futaba FASST system, or a PCM system.
How long does it take for the gyro to initialize?
The unit requires 5-10 seconds to initialize when power is turned on.