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Downloads/Manuals

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Manuals for Current Products - Downloadable manuals and quick references for current FMA Direct products (for discontinued product manuals, see below)
605SB Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 176K)

Advanced Digital Servo Buffer Manual

Cellpro 10s Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.1MB)

LC10S10ADC, Cellpro 10s Lithium Charger manual for firmware versions starting at 2.11

Cellpro 10s Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.2MB)

LC10S10ADC, Cellpro 10s Lithium Charger manual for firmware versions starting at 2.15

Cellpro 10s Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.1MB)

LC10S10ADC, Cellpro 10s Lithium Charger manual for firmware versions starting at 1.28

Cellpro 10XP Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 536K)

LC10S15ADC-MC, Cellpro 10XP Multi-Chemistry, 600W Charger manual for all firmware versions

Cellpro 4s Gold Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 738K)

LIPOCH4S04-GOLD, Cellpro 4s Gold LiPo Charger manual

Cellpro Batteries Wiring
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.3MB)

Complete pictorial wiring diagram for Cellpro battery pack configurations

Cellpro Multi4 Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 797K)

LC04S04A-MC, Cellpro Multi4 Charger manual for firmware versions starting at 1.55

Cellpro Multi4 Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 811K)

LC04S04A-MC, Cellpro Multi4 Charger manual for firmware versions starting at 1.58

Cellpro Multi4 Charger Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 750K)

LC04S04A-MC, Cellpro Multi4 Charger manual for firmware versions starting at 1.41

CellPro Node Connector Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 710K)

Instruction sheet for installing CellPro node connector to other LiPo battery packs

Cellpro PowerLab 6 user guide
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.1MB)

LC06S40A-MC-EC5, Cellpro PowerLab 6 Battery Workstation user guide for firmware versions starting at 1.05

Cellpro PowerLab 8 "v1" Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 774K)

LC08S30A-MC, Cellpro PowerLab 8 Battery Workstation manual for firmware versions starting at 2.00; supports "v1" firmware and software.

Cellpro PowerLab 8 "v2" Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 774K)

LC08S30A-MC, Cellpro PowerLab 8 Battery Workstation manual for firmware versions starting at 3.00; supports "v2" firmware and software.

Cellpro PowerLab 8 "v2" user guide (rev 3)
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.2MB)

LC08S40A-MC, Cellpro PowerLab 8 Battery Workstation user guide for firmware versions starting at 3.27; supports "v2" firmware and software

Cellpro PowerLab 8 "v2" user guide (rev 4)
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.2MB)

LC08S40A-MC, Cellpro Powerlab 8 Battery Workstation user guide for firmware versions starting at 3.29; supports "v2" firmware and software

Co Pilot Briefing
(File type: PDF , File size: 717K)

New features of Co Pilot V 2.21

Co Pilot Pre-Flight Check
(File type: PDF , File size: 32K)

Co Pilot Pre-Flight Check Sheet

CP125ADP
(File type: PDF , File size: 15K)

Multi4 Charger Parallel Adapter for Small Batteries

CPD4 Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 6.5MB)

Co Pilot Manual V 2.2

CPD4 Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 6.4MB)

Co Pilot Manual V 2.21r2

CPII Go LED Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 805K)

Co-Pilot II Go LED Manual

CPII Manual Addendum
(File type: PDF , File size: 11K)

Addendum to CPII Manual Concerning IRNet Router Pigtails

CPII Quick Start
(File type: PDF , File size: 409K)

Co-Pilot II Quick Start Manual for firmware versions starting at 1.34

CPII Reference Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 887K)

Co-Pilot II Reference Manual for firmware versions starting at 1.34

MPA-XH User Guide
(File type: PDF , File size: 337K)

User Guide for the Revolectrix Multi-Port Safe Parallel Adapter (XH model)

PS13.8V28A-BP
(File type: PDF , File size: 360K)

PS13.8V28A-BP, 13.8V 28A Power Supply Manual

Safe Parallel Adapters User Guide
(File type: PDF , File size: 96K)

User Guide for REVOLECTRIX Safe Parallel Adapters for PowerLab Battery Workstations.

Manuals for Discontinued Products - Downloadable manuals and quick references for discontinued FMA Direct products
Cellpro 4s Charger w/A123 Mode v2.03
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.2MB)

LIPOCH4S03-A123, Cellpro 4s LiPo Charger with A123 Mode Manual for firmware version 2.03.

Cellpro-to-TP/PQ Adapter Manual
(File type: PDF , File size: 545K)

CP-TP/PQ, Cellpro-to-TP/PQ Adapter Manual

FUIM1 and USB-S-1
(File type: PDF , File size: 18K)

Setup and assembly instructions for FUIM1 (USB Interface Module) and USB-S-1 (USB-to-Serial adapter)

Software Updates - FMA Direct Software Products Updates
All Products Software (CD Install versions)
(File type: Zip File , File size: 409.0MB)

This zip file contains all FMA/Revolectrix products' software applications. Choose "Save", not "Open" to download the zip file to your hard drive, then extract the contents to a folder. You may burn the extracted folders to a CD if you choose.  Click setup.exe to choose which applications you wish to install. If you are using Win 7 and you get a Program Compatibility warning, click the "The Program Installed Correctly" button. All this executable is doing is loading an html file into your browser.

Please note: when you install applications using this method, the applications are not eligible for internet updates. To be eligible for IU, the programs must be installed from the web using the product's Software Install page instead.

Cellpro 10s Charge Control Software
(File type: Web Reference The Cellpro 10s charge control software adds many new features to the charger. Edit presets, configure power supplies, change charger settings and update to the latest firmware. Requires the FUIM2 two way PC interface.

Cellpro 10XP Charge Control Software
(File type: Web Reference Software works on any Windows 2000 or newer platform. Streamlined, two-way PC communication with the CP10XP provides access to many features and opens up new frontiers to controlling all aspects of battery maintenance. Edit presets, configure Power Management features, change charger settings and update to the latest firmware. Requires the FUIM2 or FUIM3 two-way PC interface.

Cellpro 4s Gold Charger Viewer Software
(File type: Web Reference The Cellpro 4s Gold Charger Viewer Software requires the FUIM2 or FUIM3 PC USB interface to connect to the charger.  The software allows charging status, cell volts, etc, to be viewed on the PC.  Software also includes graphing functions.

Cellpro 4s GOLD Firmware Update Utility
(File type: Web Reference There is no software install page for the Cellpro 4s GOLD Firmware Update Utility.  This link will take you to the Cellpro 4s GOLD Viewer Software Install page.  If you have not already installed the Viewer software, do this first.  Then to access firmware updates, from the Viewer Software's Help menu, choose "Update Charger Firmware".  This will install and then run the Firmware Update Utility program.

Cellpro Multi4 Charge Control Software
(File type: Web Reference The Cellpro Multi4 Charge Control Software adds many new features to the charger.  Edit presets, store presets in a library, configure power supplies, change charger settings and update to the latest firmware. Requires the FUIM2 two way PC interface.

Cellpro PowerLab 6 Charge Control Software
(File type: Web Reference The PowerLab 6 Charge Control Software works on any Windows 2000 or newer platform. Streamlined, two-way PC communication with the PL6 provides access to many features and opens up new frontiers to controlling all aspects of battery maintenance. Edit presets, store presets in a library, configure power supplies, change PL6 settings and update to the latest firmware. Requires the FUIM2 or FUIM3 two-way PC interface.

Cellpro PowerLab 8 "v2" Charge Control Software
(File type: Web Reference The PowerLab 8 "v2" Charge Control Software works on any Windows 2000 or newer platform.  Streamlined, two-way PC communication with the PL8 provides access to many features and opens up new frontiers to controlling all aspects of battery maintenance.  Edit presets, store presets in a library, configure power supplies, change PL8 settings and update to the latest firmware. Requires the FUIM2 or FUIM3 two-way PC interface.

Co Pilot II Display Software
(File type: Web Reference Follow the install instructions on the following page to install the "Co Pilot II Display Software" to any PC running Windows 2000 or newer O.S.  When used in combination with the FUIM3 PC USB Interface, this application allows access to all programming, setup, and preflight menus previously only available using the IRNet Programmer and IRNet Router.  Note: this product will not work with the older FUIM2 PC USB interface.

Co Pilot II Firmware Update Utility
(File type: Web Reference Co Pilot II Firmware Update Utility Install Page.  Follow the install instructions on the following page to install CPII software to any PC running Windows 2000 or newer O.S.  In order to update CPII firmware, this program requires that you own either an FMA FUIM2 or FUIM3 PC Interface.

FUIM2 PC Interface Tester
(File type: MS Install , File size: 336K)

This program tests the 2 way FSIM2 opto interface for the Cell Pro 10S and new Co-Pilot. It will not test the older 1 way opto interface boards. The FSIM2 boards can be identified by having two 6 pin ¼ inch square chips on the circuit board.

FUIM2 USB Driver
(File type: Executable , File size: 1.7MB)

FUIM2 USB Driver for Windows 2000 and XP

FUIM2 USB Driver (Vista 32/64bit)
(File type: Executable , File size: 2.1MB)

FUIM2 USB Driver for Windows Vista x32 and x64 bit versions

FUIM2/FUIM3 Driver Install Page
(File type: Web Reference An illustrated guide to selecting and installing the correct FMA USB interface driver for the FUIM2 or FUIM3 PC Interface you own.

FUIM3 PC Interface Tester
(File type: Web Reference Tests the USB high speed FUIM3 interface.

FUIM3 USB Driver
(File type: Executable , File size: 2.3MB)

FUIM3 USB Driver for Windows 2000 through Win 7

Tech Docs - Technical Documents and White Papers
Cellpro Batteries Wiring
(File type: PDF , File size: 670K)

Complete pictorial wiring diagram for Cellpro battery pack configurations


Cellpro Multi4 Custom Fuel Tables
(File type: PDF , File size: 25K)

Tutorial/White Paper on creating custom fuel tables and applying them to newly created presets.

Cellpro PowerLab 6 Power Calculator
(File type: Zip File , File size: 8K)

This spreadsheet is designed to help customers figure out how to get the maximum satisfaction from the Cellpro PowerLab 6 charger. It includes a series of questions aimed at helping the customer figure out what power supplies will work, what power supplies need to be used to achieve various charge rates, etc. This file will need to be un-zipped to your computer before you can access the spreadsheet.

Cellpro PowerLab 8 Power Calculator
(File type: Zip File , File size: 8K)

This spreadsheet is designed to help customers figure out how to get the maximum satisfaction from the Cellpro PowerLab 8 Battery Workstation. It includes a series of questions aimed at helping the customer figure out what power supplies will work, what power supplies need to be used to achieve various charge rates, etc. This file will need to be un-zipped to your computer before you can access the spreadsheet. Spreadsheet supports v1, v2, and Custom Parameters.

Charging A123 Batteries
(File type: PDF , File size: 385K)

Technical paper on the characteristics of A123 chemistry, supporting FMA test data, and proper charging methodology

Co Pilot and Sailplanes
(File type: PDF , File size: 42K)

One customer's experience using Co Pilot in sailplanes.

Co Pilot II Flow Diagram
(File type: PDF , File size: 197K)

This is the newest production, full flow chart of the Co Pilot II/IRNet User Interface including minimal explanations of menu items and tips for required user input.  Certain elements of this interface may change if the the system firmware is updated after initial production.

Co Pilot Technology
(File type: PDF , File size: 114K)

Co Pilot I.R. Technology vs. the Competition (Visible Light)

Flying with Co Pilot - It's Magic
(File type: PDF , File size: 102K)

Discussion about benefits of using Co Pilot

LiPo Performance Estimator , File size: 5K)
An Excel spreadsheet that estimates Lithium Pack flight performance.

PL6 Application Note - Remote Control
(File type: PDF , File size: 215K)

Communications protocol for PowerLab 6; Remote Control of a single PL6 from a PC

PL8 Application Note - Remote Control
(File type: PDF , File size: 230K)

Communications protocol for PowerLab 8; Remote Control of a single PL8 (v2) from a PC

PowerLab 8 Plier Clip Removal
(File type: PDF , File size: 1.5MB)

Document showing how to remove the plier clips and access the embedded ring terminals for semi-permanent connection of the PL8 to your PSU.

Series Charging Precautions
(File type: PDF , File size: 79K)

Care must be taken while attempting to charge batteries connected in series using two chargers.  The Cellpro 4s manual warns against this practice.  Irrepairable damage can occur to charger and batteries.  FMA does not recommend the practice unless you fully understand the information in this pictorial diagram.

Skyartec Radios
(File type: PDF , File size: 19K)

White Paper on Skyartec 2.4 GHz spread spectrum radio systems for Skyartec RTF airplanes

Battery Spec. Sheets - Revolectrix Lipo Batteries Specification Sheets
Black Label LiPo Catalog
(File type: PDF , File size: 447K)

Catalog for Black Label LiPo Battery Packs

Diamond Label LiPo Catalog
(File type: PDF , File size: 712K)

Catalog for Diamond Label LiPo Battery Packs

Platinum Label LiPo Catalog
(File type: PDF , File size: 683K)

Catalog for Platinum Label LiPo Battery Packs

Red Label LiPo Catalog
(File type: PDF , File size: 395K)

Catalog for Red Label LiPo Battery Packs

High Resolution Images - High Resolution Images of Revolectrix Products
10S Charger
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 737K)

10S, 10A Lithium Cell Balancing Charger

4S Charger
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 579K)

Original Cellpro 4s, 4A Lithium Cell Balancing Charger

4S GOLD Charger
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.0MB)

Cellpro 4S Gold, 4A Lithium Balancing Charger

Cessna 182 – ARF
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.5MB)

Cessna 182 ARF with On-Board Flight Stabilization

Cessna 182 – RTF
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.5MB)

Cessna 182 RTF with On-Board Flight Stabilization

Co-Pilot II – Accessory Pack
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 417K)

Mounting Accessory Pack components for Co-Pilot II Flight Stabilization System

Co-Pilot II – Complete System , File size: 1.1MB)
Co-Pilot II image containing all components of the system – CPII Computer Module, Main Sensor, Vertical Sensor, IRNet Programmer, IRNet Router, and FUIM3 PC USB Interface

Co-Pilot II – Computer Module
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.1MB)

Computer Module component for Co-Pilot II Flight Stabilization System

Co-Pilot II – IRNet Programmer
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 683K)

IRNet Handheld Programmer unit for Co-Pilot II Flight Stabilization System

Co-Pilot II – IRNet Receiver
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 456K)

IRNet Receiver and Network Port component for Co-Pilot II Flight Stabilization System

Co-Pilot II – Main Sensor
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 439K)

Main Sensor component for Co-Pilot II Flight Stabilization System

Co-Pilot II – Vertical Sensor
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 389K)

Vertical Sensor module for Co-Pilot II Flight Stabilization System

CP-GP/KO Adapter , File size: 486K)
Cellpro 4s Charger-to-Great Planes or Kokam Adapter

CP10S-GP/KO6S Adapter
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 287K)

Cellpro 10s Charger-to-Great Planes or Kokam Adapter

CP10S-TP/PQ6S Adapter
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 576K)

Cellpro 10s Charger-to-ThunderPower or PolyQuest Adapter

CP4S Adapter
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 24K)

Cellpro 4s Charger-to-ThunderPower or PolyQuest Adapter


CP8S-CP8S-PAR Adapter
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.4MB)

Cellpro PowerLab-to-Cellpro Brand Battery Safe Parallel Adapter

CP8S-GP/KO6S Adapter
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.6MB)

Cellpro PowerLab-to-Great Planes or Kokam Std Adapter

CP8S-TP/PQ6S Adapter
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.2MB)

Cellpro PowerLab-to-ThunderPower or PolyQuest Std Adapter

CP8S-TP/PQ6S-PAR Adapter
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.7MB)

Cellpro PowerLab-to-ThunderPower or PolyQuest Safe Parallel Adapter

FUIM3 USB Module
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 645K)

FUIM3 USB Interface Module for 2-way data communication

FunJet – ARF
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.6MB)

FunJet ARF with On-Board Flight Stabilization

FunJet – RTF
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 1.7MB)

FunJet RTF with On-Board Flight Stabilization

Multi4 Charger
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 384K)

Cellpro Multi4, 4A Multi-Chemistry Charger

Power Supply
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 401K)

13.8 VDC, 28A output switching power supply

PowerLab 8 Charger
(File type: jpg Image , File size: 948K)

PowerLab 8 charger with included basic Cellpro adapter