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    "Kicking" Servos

    Hello Folks

    I need some help here.

    My TQ is hooked to DVATX + Phidgets 8/8/8 and ServoCard.

    Calibration is OK - all works fine, but everytime I load the power supply for the servo card - the servos "Kick" the handles - some times very erraticly. Lowering the handles back to IDLE and then all works OK.

    Tried several load sequences - but I got the same. Tried to use the Phidgets original power supply with the servo card (I use the 12V from a PSU) - no joy.

    I have normal high torque servos (not Hitech)

    I also use different OFFSTES for the servos and inputs.

    I am currently doing this with the FSX throttle - not with my PM setup. (MCP Etc)

    Is there something I am doing wrong ?

    Cheers


    Isaac

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    Re: "Kicking" Servos

    Use N1 offset to drive your servo's if you arent already

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    Re: "Kicking" Servos

    Thanks -will try this and report back

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    Re: "Kicking" Servos

    Hi Issac,
    I dont use Phidgetsbut have had that do it to me with Cheap servos. I made a trim position gage with servo supplied from Tower hobbies, their own brand.
    Every time i applied power it would jump to new position.Replaced it with a Futaba or Hitec and these didnt do it.So it maybe servo type.
    Hope thsi helps.
    Les

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    Re: "Kicking" Servos

    Guys, hands down, the new hitec micro digitals are the way to go! Fairly cheap, programmable to boot! Small foor print, will fir inside a 2" gauge. Use them and dont look back! Some places you shouldnt try save money!

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