Operating the transmitter using the PC
7 Operating the transmitter using the PC
You can use the supplied USB cable to connect the PROFI TX to any PC or tablet
featuring an operating system that supports USB mass storage and an USB port
that is compliant with the USB standard (4.5-5.5V / 500mA). Some laptops and
tablets are not compliant with this standard.
The following functions are available when the transmitter is switched off
(charging mode):
Charging the battery; refer to section 3.4.1 "Charging the battery" on
page 41 for detailed information
Accessing the model memory on the SD card in the transmitter
Updating the PROFI TX software
Switching the transmitter on
The following functions are available when the transmitter is switched on
(normal mode):
Charging the battery
Controlling a model flying simulator
Switching the transmitter off
7.1 Connecting the transmitter
To connect the transmitter proceed as follows:
1. Lift the device (the recessed control for the
sliding latch is located on the underside of
the case).
2. Slide the latch to the left.
3. Connect the supplied USB cable to the mini
USB socket on the PROFI TX and to the USB socket on the PC.