weight, offset, expo values

[PAflyer]

I'm using a TX16S controller with Heli model. For model AETR I changed weight, offset, & expo to the Quad values I used in Liftoff. Is the best way to fly?

[Jord & Eld AB]

Generally speaking I would suggest using a standard default model setup on your radio. That will most likely give the best calibration in Freerider.
You can then tune the quads flight characteristics using the simulators Custom Settings values. (The "Snappy 1" or "Snappy 2" preset is a good starting point in my opinion).
(I would only recommend changing the weight/offset/expo in the radio itself if you have problems getting it calibrated correctly, or if you have very specific setup needs that can't be achieved using the simulators custom settings).

[PAflyer]

Thanks for the direction. Now I'm back at square one - the reason I'd tried modifying the radios Heli model is because I couldn't control my flight at all. The controller felt way too sensitive. I've been flying RTF photography toy grade quads for years so I thought I could fly and not crash so much. Got the TX16S radio last year, and tried Liftoff to become a more proficient pilot, but I couldn't use it. I tried Freerider, and here I am with the same problem - the sticks feel too sensitive to control flight - using the radios stock Heli model, with controls calibrated in Freerider. Any ideas or insights into this?

[Jord & Eld AB]

Yes, photography quads are quite different from racequads in that they are mainly made to be stable and easy to control. I would still recommend using a default model setup on your radio. Using the Custom Settings you can tune down the quad to be as docile as you want.

To start off, I recommend selecting the "Sluggish" preset on the Custom Settings screen.
When flying, select "Self Leveling" as flight mode in the top left corner of the screen, and "Low Rates".
Self leveling will give the most familiar flight characteristics to that of a stabilized photography quad. It will also be quite forgiving as you can pretty much just let go of the sticks if things start getting out of hand. (Although, compared to a photography quad you will still need to manage the altitude using the throttle stick since Freerider does not use altitude hold).

As you start feeling comfortable with that, you can try selecting "High Rates".
And finally, if you wish to take the step to practicing flying a race style quad, select "Acro mode" as flight mode (in the top left corner).

Joshua Bardwell has a good beginner tutorial video series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=391D5dX7LKg&list=PLwoDb7WF6c8kjYXam4m3msvRbkORU41GY