I have a Tosten 6 grip and am wondering how people dedicate their switches. I recently changed my plans to install electric aileron trim, and installed manual instead. This leaves me with two unused positions on the Hat Switch. I don't want to operate flaps from the stick. Aside from standby frequency flip for Com 1, what other useful functions are there? In my panel, I have Skyview, GNS430, A210 and PMA5000EX Audio. The two trigger switches are wired for PTT and A/P disconnect.
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Stick switch - Preferences
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You mentioned that you have two positions left on the coolie hat -- are you not using your pitch trim on that switch?
One possibility is using a couple of switches for engine start. I have two switches on my stick grip that must be held down together to engage the starter, which works great. I have control of the stick and my other hand on the throttle. It's better than trying to hold the stick back with my knees. By having to hold down the pinkie switch AND engage the starter with another switch, it can't be accidentally engaged in flight.
I also have a push button on the panel that says START but, until just a few days ago, I had never used it. I finally did, just to see if it worked. It did.
You mentioned that you have two positions left on the coolie hat -- are you not using your pitch trim on that switch?
One possibility is using a couple of switches for engine start. I have two switches on my stick grip that must be held down together to engage the starter, which works great. I have control of the stick and my other hand on the throttle. It's better than trying to hold the stick back with my knees. By having to hold down the pinkie switch AND engage the starter with another switch, it can't be accidentally engaged in flight.
I also have a push button on the panel that says START but, until just a few days ago, I had never used it. I finally did, just to see if it worked. It did.
Stick Switch positions
Forward and back locations on the Hat are wired for Pitch trim, Left and Right on the Hat are unassigned. Since they can't be used simultaneously, the Start function is not a possibility.
You mentioned that you have two positions left on the coolie hat -- are you not using your pitch trim on that switch?
Forward and back locations on the Hat are wired for Pitch trim, Left and Right on the Hat are unassigned. Since they can't be used simultaneously, the Start function is not a possibility.
