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How do I set up an elevator-to-flap mix with an airplane that just has 2 aileron servos, no true flaps?

Doing this is a 2-step process. Before we add any complexity, however, be sure your aileron, elevator, rudder and throttle servo are operating in the proper direction. If needed, use servo reversing to make them all operate properly.

First, we have to set up your two aileron servos, plugged into 1 and 6, as flaperons. This means they will work as regular ailerons for us and, when asked, will operate as flaps.

Then we will set up the actual 2-6 (elevator to flap) mix.

GOAL:STEPS:INPUTS:
Set up dual aileron servos that can also be used as flaps (flaperons).Select flaperonPress 2 mode keys to open menu
Arrow up to FLPR (NOT FLTR)
Activate flaperonCursor over so INH blinks
Press the + key so ON blinks
Test servo actionMove aileron stick right and left
If the second aileron servo is operating in the wrong direction, go to REVERSE and reverse the channel 6 servo. Test direction again.
Set up Elevator-to-Flap mixSelect Elevator-to-flapArrow up 7 times to 2-6
Activate the mixCursor over so INH blinks
Press the + key so OFF blinks
Pull the ELE-FLP switch toward you
ON now blinks. REMEMBER this switch MUST be on for this mix to operate.
Test servo actionGive full up elevator. Do the flaps go the correct direction? If not, cursor over once and press the - key to reverse the direction of the flap action from this mix.
Check degree of motionDo the flaps move too far? Not far enough? Cursor over until the % sign blinks. Use the + or - key to increase or decrease until the desired degree of deflection is achieved.
Close the menuPress the 2 mode keys.

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