Hobbico Mini Switch
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1. WARNING CHOKING HAZARD May contain small parts Keep away from children under 3 years Please retain packaging for future reference No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior permission The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice Tactic is not responsible for the use of this product 242. mimi SPECIFICATIONS high wing 34 in 865 mm low wing 31 in 785 mm Wingspan Wing Loading Length Wing Area high 195 in2 12 6 dm2 low 169 in 10 9 dm2 Weight WARRANTY Hobbico guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification In no case shall Hobbico s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit Further Hobbico reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice In that Hobbico has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user assembled product By the act of using the user assembled product the user accepts all resulting liability If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product the buyer is advised to return 15 1 18 1 oz sq ft 46 48 g dm2 20 4 21 2 oz 580 660 g men INSTRUCTION MANUAL Battery 3S 11 1V 1300mAh LiPo 32 5 in 825 mm 4 channel this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to Hobby Services at the address below Hobby Services 3002 N Apollo Dr Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 USA Include a letter stating your name ret
3. 4 Test fit the battery in the airplane The battery wires should be tucked neatly along the side of the battery Lithium Battery Handling amp Usage WARNING Read the entire instruction sheet included with the battery Failure to follow all instructions could cause permanent damage to the battery and its surroundings and cause bodily harm ONLY use a LiPo approved charger NEVER use a NiCd NiMH peak charger NEVER charge in excess of 4 20V per cell ONLY charge through the charge lead NEVER charge through the discharge lead NEVER charge at currents greater than 1C ALWAYS set charger s output volts to match battery volts ALWAYS charge in a fire proof location NEVER trickle charge NEVER allow battery temperature to exceed 150 F 65 C NEVER disassemble or modify pack wiring in any way or puncture cells NEVER discharge below 2 75V per cell NEVER place on combustible materials or leave unattended during charge or discharge ALWAYS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Check the Control Directions _J1 With the battery fully charged turn on your transmitter and move the throttle stick left stick down to the idle position Then plug the motor battery into the ESC If the ESC makes an erratic pattern of beeps after the initial startup beeps and a few seconds of silence then it has entered programming mode and the throttle channel needs to be reversed on the transmitter
4. Mode 1 radios are popular in other countries Be sure the radio purchased is of the correct mode Four AA batteries are required to power the Tx not included Non rechargeable 1 5V alkaline or 1 2V rechargeable nickel cadmium NiCd or nickel metal hydride NiMH cells can be used Do not mix cell types or old and new cells etc See the SERVOS AND ACCESSORIES section on page 16 for optional batteries available at local hobby retailers To install the batteries slide the battery door down Insert the cells as shown in the diagram making sure to note proper polarity for each cell Close the battery door POWER SWITCH LED and LOW BATTERY ALARM The red power LED should light when the power switch is moved upwards to the ON position The Tx should have adequate power for flight when the LED is on constantly 17 Anytime the LED begins to flash accompanied by the sounding of an audible tone the Tx battery voltage has dropped too low and operation of the model should NOT be attempted WARNING Never operate an R C model with weak Tx batteries Reduced operational range and or possible loss of control of the aircraft could result Replace weak alkaline batteries or re charge NiCd or NiMH batteries before attempting a flight If during a flight the Tx LED starts to flash accompanied by the sounding of audible tones it s a warning that the Tx batteries have become weak and the aircraft should be landed as
5. do nothing the ESC will simply loop through the sequence of beeps once then twice then once then twice etc waiting for your command to turn the brake on or off To turn the brake on advance the throttle stick after the two beeps Listen for the tones 31 2 1 2 indicating that the setting has been set and saved If that s all you wanted to set immediately lower the throttle stick within two seconds to exit programming mode then hear three short beeps beep beep beep followed by one long beep beeep indicating that the model is ready to fly Auto Protection The ESC features Auto Protection to discontinue power to the motor under certain conditions 1 Start up failure If the motor fails to start within 2 seconds of advancing the throttle the ESC will automatically cut power To restart lower the throttle stick then advance again This can happen if there is a poor connection between the ESC and motor or if the propeller or motor is impeded for any reason 2 Over heat protection If the ESC temperature ever rises to about 110 Celsius the ESC will automatically reduce power 3 Signal loss Power to the motor will be reduced if the throttle signal is lost for 1 second If the signal is lost for 2 seconds motor power will be cut completely 16 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Motor does not work no tones or IVI The ESC is not receiving power beeps are coming from the ESC from the battery
6. have an internal LiPo cell balancer which is a critical component in making sure your LiPo batteries charge efficiently and evenly So for each LiPo battery you wish to charge simultaneously one Great Planes Equinox LiPo Cell Balancer GPMM3160 will also be required Finally the PolyCharge4 does not have AC capability so if wall charging is a priority a separate AC 12 Volt power source must also be purchased separately A suitable power supply for the PolyCharge4 is the Great Planes 12V 12A DC power supply GPMP0901 CONTENTS TOOLS REQUIRED The Mini Switch requires only a screwdriver to finish assembly O 2 Phillips screw driver KIT INSPECTION Before starting to build take an inventory of this kit to make sure it is complete and inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality or if you need assistance with assembly contact Product Support When reporting defective or missing parts use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list on this page Hobbico Product Support 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 E mail airsupport hobbico com ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts for the Hobbico Mini Switch are available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows The fastest most economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer or mail order company Parts may also be ord
7. make the orientation of the airplane more visible at high altitudes _J 1 Connect the clevises on the pushrods to the outer holes in the elevator and rudder control horns Squeeze the ends of the clevises to ensure they are snapped together properly _J 2 Slide the carbon wing joiner through the tube in the high wing canopy hatch and center its position Tighten Outer Screws Loosen Inner Screws _J 3 Tighten the outer screws on the underside of the wing panels Loosen the inner screws _J 4 Install one of the wing panels onto the wing joiner tube Feed the aileron servo lead through the hole in the center of the canopy hatch The alignment pin fits into the small tube pre glued in the wing Push the joiner tube into the wing until it bottoms out against the outer screws in the wing panels LJ 5 With both panels securely in place tighten the inner screws in the wing panels Pull on the wing panels to confirm they won t separate in flight Ai f J 6 Attach the aileron servo leads to the Y harness connected to the receiver Ensure the orange wires in the servo leads align with the white wires in the Y harness _J 2 Fit the prop adapter onto the motor shaft followed by the drive washer L 7 Test fit the canopy hatch onto the fuselage by inserting the tongue at the front of the hatch into the pocket in the J 3 Install the spinner backplate onto the prop adapter fuselage and pressi
8. or repaired model 2 will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until become a qualified flier unless assisted by an experienced helper 3 At all flying sites a straight or curved line s must be established in front of which all flying takes place with the other side for spectators Only personnel involved with flying the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the flight line Intentional flying behind the flight line is prohibited 4 will operate my model using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission 5 I will not knowingly operate my model within three miles of any pre existing flying site except in accordance with the frequency sharing agreement listed in the complete AMA Safety Code During the last few moments of preparation your mind may be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the first flight Because of this you may be more likely to overlook certain checks and procedures that should be performed before the model is flown To help avoid this a check list is provided to make sure these important areas are not overlooked Many are covered in the instruction manual so where appropriate refer to the manual for complete instructions Be sure to check the items off as they are completed that s why it s called a check listh J 1 Check the C G according to the measurements provided in the manual J 2 Be certain the battery and re
9. sticks are released and spring back to center position the aircraft should ideally not veer in any direction If the aircraft does veer in a particular direction click the respective trim lever until the aircraft maintains a straight attitude on its own The throttle trim lever is analog in function and can move mechanically up or down and rest at any point in the range Moving the throttle trim lever slightly up or down will finely adjust the engine or motor at low speeds For safety reasons its a good idea to use throttle trim when controlling the engine motor at very low speed while on the ground For aircraft with glow engines the precise position of the trim lever is helpful when determining the engine s preferred idle point The throttle trim lever is not active when the main throttle stick is above the center point REVERSING SWITCHES Four reversing switches are built into the Tx one for each control Each switch can reverse the rotational direction of the servo that is connected to the respective channel This is often a much easier method for changing the direction of a servo s movement as opposed to altering the mechanical connections between the model s surface and the servo Refer to the model s instructions for specific details 18 ADJUSTABLE STICKS The length of both gimbal sticks can be adjusted as desired Loosen the set screw inside the center of the stick with a 2mm hex wrench Rotate the stick end co
10. the following countries recognize the noted certifications for this product as authorized for sale and use OK ee se A cw Pw pr ey fer 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY U S A amp Canada Tactic warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase During that period Tactic will at its option repair or replace without service charge any product deemed defective due to those causes You will be required to provide proof of purchase invoice or receipt This warranty does not cover damage caused by abuse misuse alteration or accident If there is damage stemming from these causes within the stated warranty period Tactic will at its option repair or replace it for a service charge not greater than 50 of its then current retail list price Be sure to include your daytime telephone City State Zip Phone Number AMA Number x op OD C O ab O O O XD AS number in case we need to contact you about your repair This warranty gives you specific rights You may have other rights which vary from state to state For service on your Tactic product send it post paid and insured to HOBBY SERVICES 3002 N Apollo Dr Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 Ph 217 398 0007 9 00am 5 00pm CST M F E mail hobbyservices hobbico com This product is suitable only for people of 14 years and older This is not a toy
11. Action Check the battery or plugs or change the plugs if the wires are damaged Reason Battery Voltage is too high or too low Problem Motor does not work Alert Tone sounds beep beep beep beep beep beep 3J be Action Make sure the battery is charged and or you are using the correct battery Reason The ESC is receiving power from the battery but is not receiving a Signal from the receiver Problem Motor does not work Alert Tone sounds long beeps beeeep beeeep beeeep Action Make sure the transmitter is turned on and that the receiver is linked to the transmitter and receiving a signal Reason Throttle stick is not in the lowest position or throttle needs to be calibrated Problem Motor does not work Alert Tone sounds rapid beeps beepbeepbeepbeepbeep Action Lower the throttle stick all the way or recalibrate the throttle per calibration instructions Reason The direction of the throttle channel is reversed and the ESC has entered the Programming Menu Problem Motor does not work five tones are sounded 1 23 4 5 after the two beeps Action Set the throttle direction the other way in the transmitter Reason The three motor wires are incorrectly connected to the ESC Problem The motor turns the wrong direction Action Swap any two of the motor ESC wire connections with each other TACTIC TTX404 2 4GHZ 4 CHANNEL SPREAD
12. AnyLink SLT Cable Spek DX4e 5e 7s 8 1 0t 18 Deans TACMO0008 O Tactic AnyLink SLT Power Combo Spektrum DX4e 5e 18T Hit TACMO0015 Battery and Charger The Mini Switch RTF comes complete with a motor battery and charger The Tx R version requires a 1300mAh 11 1V LiPo battery and LiPo Charger The Mini Switch was designed for the Flyzone 1300mAh 11 1V LiPo battery FLZA6014 Other LiPo batteries similar in size with the same voltage and capacity may also work but they may not fit properly in the battery compartment or have the same type of battery connector In addition to a battery a LiPo battery charger is also required and there are several that will work depending on your budget and requirements A safe economical charger is the ElectriFly 3S 3 cell 11 1V LiPo Smart Charger GPMM3318 The Smart Charger includes adapters to charge from a 110V wall outlet ora 12V DC outlet from a car The Smart Charger will take approximately 3 1 2 hours to fully charge the battery The Smart Charger will time out after 2 hours and 40 minutes when charging the recommended battery An additional hour on the charger will bring the capacity of the battery to near full Some pilots prefer to have several batteries and charge them faster so they can fly more For charging up to four batteries faster at the same time the Great Planes PolyCharge4 DC powered LiPo charger GPMM3015 is recommended But unlike the Smart Charger the PolyCharge4 does not
13. C Low Voltage Cutoff Start Mode Timing If using a transmitter different than the Tactic included with the RTF version the throttle must be calibrated CAUTION All adjustments to the ESC should be conducted with the propeller removed from the motor or one of the three motor wires disconnected from the ESC to prevent the motor from starting inadvertently 1 Turn on your transmitter and move the throttle stick to full throttle 2 Connect the battery The ESC will emit three rapid tones D1 2 3 indicating that all is well followed by two short beeps beep beep indicating that the top point of the throttle range has been detected and set 3 You have about four seconds to return the throttle stick all the way down Then the ESC will emit three more beeps indicating the number of LiPo cells followed by one long beep beeep indicating that the low point of the throttle range has been detected Simply disconnect the battery to end the procedure Now the throttle has been calibrated and the Mini Switch is ready to fly FULL PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Access the Programming Menu A Turn on the transmitter and advance the throttle stick all the way forward B Connect the battery to the ESC Listen Three tones X 1 2 3 gt two short beeps beep beep a 5 second pause five tones 012 3 4 5 Now the ESC is in the Programming Menu and will loop through a sequence of be
14. ESC or switch harness Switch harness or ESC is connected incorrectly check all connections and the ESC instruction manual Rx is not binded to the Tx properly perform binding process again Check Tx or Rx battery polarity INTERFERENCE OR SERVOS GLITCHING Out of range operate the model more closely to the transmitter Outside radio interference from pagers strong industrial or other commercial transmitters in the area check your local R C club regarding local operation Rx located too closely to engine motor or servos or other moving mechanical parts which might be creating unwanted electrical noise relocate the Rx inside the model or relocate the ESC CONTROL SURFACE MOVES IN THE WRONG DIRECTION Reverse the position of the reversing switch for the appropriate channel ONLY ONE SERVO GLITCHES Servo is bad replace the servo or send to Hobby Services for repair 22 FAILSAFE NOT WORKING CORRECTLY Receiver is not properly binded to the transmitter bind the Rx to the Tx and re try Contact Hobby Services for further details WIRELESS TRAINING FUNCTION NOT BINDING Check to see that another Tactic 2 4GHz system is not on in your area The teachers and student s transmitters were not powered in the proper sequence Carefully follow the instructions on page 3 for proper binding and operation for training RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES WON T ACCEPT CHARGE THROUGH THE TRANSMITTER Check the charger for pro
15. If additional assistance is required for any reason contact Product Support by e mail at productsupport hobbico com or by telephone at 217 398 8970 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Order No FLZA6355 FLZA6356 FLZA6357 FLZA6358 FLZA6359 FLZA6360 Description Wing Set Left amp Right w Decals Fuselage w Decals Stabilizer amp Elevator w Tail Wheel High Wing Canopy Low Wing Canopy Aluminum Landing Gear Assembly FLZA6362 FLZA6364 FLZA6366 FLZA6367 FLZA6368 FLZA6369 FLZA6365 FLZA6361 FLZA6363 FLZA6370 FLZA6371 Motor Mount Assembly Spinner w Propeller Adapter Carbon Fiber Wing Tube Canopy Mounting Screw Pushrod amp Control Horn Set Low Wing Fuselage Foam Plugs Battery Hatch Cover Brushless Motor 28 30 1100kV 20 Amp Electronic Speed Control 8g Micro Servo 8x6 Electric Propeller ASSEMBLE THE MODEL Install the Tail Section J 1 Slide the horizontal stabilizer between the tail pushrods and the stabilizer pocket You will need to slightly flex the pushrods in order get the stabilizer in position Tiller Arm Through the Loop _J 2 When fitting the horizontal stabilizer into the pocket guide the tail wheel tiller arm through the plastic hoop on the underside of the rudder 9 L 3 Use two 3x30mm machine screws to secure the stabilizer in place Setting Up the High Wing Configuration We recommend flying the Mini Switch first in the high wing configuration The high wing position will
16. SPECTRUM RADIO INSTRUCTIONS The Tactic TTX404 airplane radio system uses an advanced 2 4GHz spread spectrum technology to prevent unwanted outside interference from interrupting control of the model ensuring error free flying and eliminating the need to pull frequency pins before every flight Tactic 2 4GHz transmitters and receivers are not compatible with other brands of 2 4GHz equipment For safe operation and best results it s strongly recommended to read this manual in its entirety before use Also read and understand the instructions included with the model Damage resulting from misuse or modification will void your warranty FEATURES Trainer Switch LED Power Indicator am TACTIC l gt y Neck Strap Eyelet Power Switch m Trim Lever Charge Jack Reversing Switches 2 4GHz spread spectrum technology Built in failsafe amp wireless trainer function Includes tiny lightweight Tactic 6 channel receiver Analog amp digital trims with servo reversing Transmitter binds to multiple Tactic 2 4GHz receivers Power status LED amp built in charge jack TTX404 TRANSMITTER Tx Elevator _ Control The TTX404 airplane transmitter is available in either a Mode 2 configuration with throttle on the left and elevator on the right or Mode 1 configuration with throttle on the right and elevator on the left Mode 2 radios are most commonly used in the U S whereas
17. T Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid flying near full scale aircraft and avoid flying near or over groups of people SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PROTECT YOUR MODEL YOURSELF amp OTHERS FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 Your Mini Switch should not be considered a toy but rather a sophisticated working model that functions very much like a full size airplane Because of its performance capabilities the Mini Switch if not assembled and operated correctly could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property 2 You must assemble the model according to the instructions Do not alter or modify the model as doing SO may result in an unsafe or unflyable model In a few cases the instructions may differ slightly from the photos In those instances the written instructions should be considered as correct 3 You must take time to build straight true and strong 4 You must use an R C radio system that is in first class condition and a correctly sized motor and components throughout the building process 5 You must correctly install all R C and other components so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air 6 You must check the operation of the model before every flight to ensure that all equipment is operating and that the model has remained structurally sound Be sure to check clevises or other connectors oft
18. The student must use a separate Tactic Tx with wireless trainer function 3 Place the teacher and student s transmitters within 1 meter of each other and make sure the throttle stick for each Tx is set to idle 4 Turn ON the power switch for the Tx being held by the student 5 Pull and hold the trainer switch on the teacher s Tx and then turn ON the teacher s Tx power switch 19 6 The LED on the teacher s Tx will flash 3 times to indicate it has become bound with the student s Tx 7 The teacher can then release his trainer switch 8 Once both transmitters are bound together power can be applied to the receiver to prepare for flight When the training session has ended with the model on the ground and all power removed from the model place both transmitters within 1 meter of each other and simply turn the power switch for both transmitters to the OFF position This will terminate the wireless link between both transmitters If additional training will be performed again return to step 1 above to re establish the wireless link between the teacher and student s transmitters TR624 RECEIVER amp FLIGHT EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION if applicable LED Bind button a CH4 Rudder servo CH3 Throttle electronic speed control or servo CH2 Elevator servo CH1 Aileron servo BAT Battery ELge2es RECEIVER Rx Mount the receiver as specified in the model s instructions Its important t
19. ady to apply right rudder to counteract motor torque Gain as much speed as your runway and flying site will practically allow before gently applying up elevator lifting the model into the air At this moment it is likely that you will need to apply more right rudder to counteract motor torque Be smooth on the elevator stick allowing the model to establish a gentle climb to a safe altitude before turning into the traffic pattern Flight For reassurance and to keep an eye on other traffic it is a good idea to have an assistant on the flight line with you Tell him to remind you to throttle back once the plane gets to a comfortable altitude While full throttle is usually desirable for takeoff most models fly more smoothly at reduced speeds Take it easy with the Mini Switch for the first few flights gradually getting acquainted with it as you gain confidence Adjust the trims to maintain straight and level flight After flying around for a while and while still at a safe altitude with plenty of battery charge practice slow flight and execute practice landing approaches by reducing the throttle to see how the model handles at slower speeds Add power to see how she climbs as well Continue to fly around executing various maneuvers and making mental notes or having your assistant write them down of what trim or C G changes may be required to fine tune the model so it flies the way you like Mind your fuel level but use this first fligh
20. ceiver are securely installed in the fuse J 3 Balance your model laterally as explained in the instructions LJ 4 Confirm that all controls operate in the correct direction and the throws are set up according to the manual LJ 5 Make sure any servo extension cords you may have used do not interfere with other systems servo arms pushrods etc L 6 Balance your propeller and spare propellers LJ 7 Tighten the propeller nut and spinner _ J8 Place your name address AMA number and telephone number on or inside your model J 9 If you wish to photograph your model do so before your first flight L 10 Range check your radio when you get to the flying field 13 FLYING CAUTION THIS APPLIES TO ALL R C AIRPLANES If while flying you notice an alarming or unusual sound such as a low pitched buzz this may indicate control surface flutter Flutter occurs when a control surface such as an aileron or elevator or a flying surface such as a wing or stab rapidly vibrates up and down thus causing the noise In extreme cases if not detected immediately flutter can actually cause the control surface to detach or the flying surface to fail thus causing loss of control followed by an impending crash The best thing to do when flutter is detected is to slow the model immediately by reducing power then land as soon as safely possible Identify which surface fluttered so the problem may be resolved by checki
21. e coverage Additionally training programs and instructors are available at AMA club sites to help you get started the right way There are over 2 500 AMA chartered clubs across the country Contact the AMA at the address or toll free phone number below OPERATING THE ESC 11 Check the Control Throws 005 11 Check the Balance C G 02000005 11 Balance the Model Laterally 12 PREFLIGH D i ou wa cues i pense wid amp Bae nate eer ee 12 Identify Your Model 00000 eee eees 12 Balance Propellers 00000 cee aeee 12 Range GheCK sa a scs dow uw iw aoace he ae oo ee 12 MOTOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 12 AMA SAFETY CODE excerpts 13 General annann aro Aectetw eek Bele eee oe ew 13 Radio Control n a anaa aaaea 13 CHECK LIST cuss ee ranie EEEN EEREN E RERNE 13 FLYING oe srer drre oa ee esne EREE E ERREN EE 14 TAKEOTT ss 5 oon de ia eG Henne a a id ape Ae ace e a 14 PIG sess see oo eee we ns eee de es ce oeade peas 14 LARON s eeen de e te Radek ee ae de eae ee 14 20A ESC INSTRUCTIONS 15 TACTIC TTX404 RADIO INSTRUCTIONS 17 Academy of Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 9252 Ph 800 435 9262 Fax 765 741 0057 Or via the Internet at http www modelaircraft org http www modelaircraft org parkflyer aspx SINCE 1936 IMPORTAN
22. e at the position shown without you needing to add any additional ballast to the nose or tail 2 51mm i i Ai I LJ 1 For the high wing version apply narrow 1 16 2mm strips of tape 2 51mm from the leading edge of each wing panel onto the underside of the wings as shown you can also apply some masking tape and draw the lines with a felt tip pen If you are balancing the plane in the low wing configuration apply the strips of tape 2 11 16 68mm fron the wing s leading edge on the top of the wings _J 2 With the wings attached to the fuselage all parts of the model installed ready to fly and the battery installed lift the model with two fingers at the lines you made l 3 If the plane does not sit level with your fingers on the lines you can shift them forward or aft 1 8 3mm If the tail continues to drop even with your fingers 1 8 8mm aft of the lines the model is tail heavy You will need to add weight to the nose If the nose continues to drop even with your fingers all the way to the forward lines the model is nose heavy You will need to move the receiver aft I 4 If you found it necessary to add weight or move the receiver recheck the C G to confirm the plane now balances between the lines Do not fly a plane that has not been properly balanced Balance the Model Laterally _J 1 With the wing level have an assistant help you lift the model by the engine propeller
23. en and replace them if they show any signs of wear or fatigue 7 If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown this type of model before we recommend that you get the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R C club for your first flights If you re not a member of a club your local hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose membership includes experienced pilots 8 While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use if the plane will be used for extremely high stress flying such as racing or if a motor larger than one in the recommended range is used the modeler is responsible for taking steps to reinforce the high stress points and or substituting hardware more suitable for the increased stress We as the kit manufacturer provide you with a top quality thoroughly tested kit and instructions but ultimately the quality and flyability of your finished model depends on how you build it therefore we cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your completed model and no representations are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety of your completed model Remember Take your time and follow the instructions to end up with a well built model that is straight and true ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED Radio Control System The Mini Switch Tx R transmitter ready comes with the servos and a Tactic TR624 receiver installed so all that is required is a basic 4 channel transmitt
24. ent The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates this product must not be disposed of with other help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or location where you purchased the product Declaration of Conformity Product Tactic TTX404 2 4GHz 4 Channel Tx Rx CE Item number TACJ2404 Equipment class 1 Tactic TTX404 transmitter and Tactic TR624 receiver The objects of the declaration described here are in conformity with the requirements of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive EN 60950 1 2006 Safety The objects of the declaration described here are in conformity with the requirements of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp TTE directive 1995 5 EC ETSI EN 300 328 V1 7 1 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETSI EN 301 489 1 V1 8 1 301 489 17 V1 3 2 Tactic c o Hobbico Inc 2904 Research Road Champaign IL USA 61826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment 23 CE COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION The associated regulatory agencies of
25. eps each of which represents a function in the menu that can be reprogrammed You don t have to do anything at this time you can simply listen to the beeps identifying which function correlates with which sequence of beeps PROGRAMMING MENU Sequence Funto One short beep Brake beep Two short beeps beep beep Battery type Three short beeps Cutoff mode beep beep beep Four short beeps beep beep beep beep Cutoff Voltage One long beep Start mode beeep One long beep one short beep beeep beep Timing Set the ESC to default Exit programming One long beep two short beeps beeep beep beep Two long beeps beeep beeep Determines how the motor will stop when low voltage is detected Soft Motor will quit gradually Hard Motor will cut immediately Determines how the motor starts when you advance the throttle Normal is recommended for airplane fixed wing use Soft or super soft is recommended for helicopters 2 After you hear the sequence of beeps that represents the function you wish to change lower the throttle stick to enter the programming mode for that function The ESC will now beep as indicated below waiting for your command to change the setting Function 1Beep 2Beeps 3 Beeps Brake Off Battery Type LiPo Cutoff Mode Soft Cutoff Voltage Low 2 85V Normal High 33V Super Soft High 26 25 Start Mode L
26. er The Tactic TTX404 2 4GHz spread spectrum 4 channel radio control system TACJ2404 is included with the RTF ready to fly version of the Mini Switch so this same radio system will work for your Tx R version too O Tactic TTX404 2 4GHz 4 channel system TACJ2404 O 4 AA batteries will be required to operate the recommended transmitter FUGP4304 A more versatile transmitter is the Tactic TTX650 digital programmable transmitter The TT X650 is loaded with features which will be useful with the Mini Switch such as a flight timer dual rates end point adjustment and exponential Built in mixes and user programmable mixes will accommodate your radio needs for future more advanced models as well 3 O Tactic TTX650 2 4GHz 6 channel computer Tx only TACJ2650 If you already own a transmitter that you plan to use with the Mini Switch first make sure it is in the compatibility list at www Tx Ready com anylink chart html If so you can purchase the AnyLink 2 4GHz Universal Radio Adapter to allow your transmitter to communicate with the pre installed Tactic receiver O Tactic AnyLink 2 4GHz Universal Radio Adapter TACJ2000 O Tactic AnyLink SLT 2 4GHz Adapter Cable Futaba Hitec Round TACMO0003 O Tactic AnyLink SLT 2 4GHz Adapter Cable Hitec Aurora TACMO0004 O Tactic AnyLink SLT 2 4GHz Cable Spektrum DX4e 5e 7s 8 TACMO005 O Tactic AnyLink SLT Cable Fut 12Z 14MZ 18MZ 4YF 2 4GHz TACMO0007 O Tactic
27. ered directly from Hobby Services but full Ph 217 398 8970 ext 5 Fax 217 398 7721 retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged sales tax To locate a hobby dealer visit the Hobbico web site at flyzoneplanes com Choose Find a Dealer at the top of the page Follow the instructions provided on the page to locate a U S Canadian or International dealer Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by calling 217 398 0007 or via facsimile at 217 398 7721 Fuselage Low wing Canopy Hatch Horizontal Stabilizer High wing Canopy Hatch Propeller Assembly 3S Smart Charger Screws Wing Joiner Tube 3S 11 1V 1300mAh LiPo AA Batteries TTX404 Transmitter Left amp Right Wing Panels i 2 3 4 9 6 7 8 NOTE Transmitter AA batteries 3S 11 1V LiPo battery and 3S Smart Charger are not included in the Tx R Mini Switch but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged sales tax If ordering via fax include a Visa or MasterCard number and expiration date for payment Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to Hobby Services 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in the Replacement Parts List Payment by credit card or personal check only no C O D
28. et plugs out and set them aside for later use Loosen Outer Screws 4 J 4 Insert the wing joiner tube through the joiner tube holes in the fuselage HIMES JUJ gg _ 4 J 5 Slide the wing panels onto the wing joiner The aileron servo leads should fit through the slots in the fuselage sides Be sure the panels are fully seated against the fuselage inside the wing pockets Tighten the inner wing screws against the wing joiner tube Pull on the wing panels to confirm they won t separate in flight L 6 Connect the Y harness to the aileron servo leads Test fit the low wing configuration canopy hatch to the fuselage and screw it in place NOTE The low wing configuration will require you to readjust your control surface trims Be prepared for this on your first flight LJ 7 Move the clevis to the innermost hole in the rudder control horn The additional rudder movement will improve performance in the low wing configuration Be sure to move the clevis back to the outer hole if returning to the high wing configuration GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY Prepare the Transmitter and LiPo Battery L 1 Install fresh AA batteries into the transmitter Follow the diagram molded inside the battery compartment J 2 Familiarize yourself with the charging procedure of the included LiPo battery Read the charger manual completely 1300mAh TIV TAC 14h J 3 Fully charge the LiPo battery J
29. following Step 2 If not skip Step 2 Take care around the propeller The propeller will rotate when the throttle is advanced Complete ESC programming instructions are included on page 15 of this manual SERVO REVERSING LT CURE LINK TECHNOLOGY Throttle Reversing Switch J 2 Disconnect the battery from the ESC Then move the throttle reversing switch on the transmitter Confirm that the throttle stick is still in the idle position and reconnect the battery to the ESC 4 CHANNEL RADIO SETUP STANDARD MODE 2 RIGHT AILERON RUDDER MOVES UP MOVES LEFT AILERON RIGHT MOVES DOWN ELEVATOR MOVES DOWN FULL THROTTLE LJ 3 View the model from behind and move the rudder control left stick on the transmitter to the left The rudder should move to the left If not move the rudder reversing switch on the transmitter and then test the operation of the rudder again J 4 Moving the elevator control down right stick should cause the elevator to move up Flip the elevator reversing switch on the transmitter if necessary TACTIC F ra L 5 Moving the aileron control to the right right stick should cause the left aileron to move down and the right aileron to move up Flip the aileron reversing switch on the transmitter if necessary 10 LJ 6 When checking the propeller operation BE SURE TO KEEP YOUR HANDS CLOTHING ETC BEHIND THE SPINNING ARC OF THE PROPELLER Operate the propeller outside clear
30. ge Check The range is the safe operating distance from the transmitter to the receiver and should be as far as you can clearly see the model With the assistance of another person place the aircraft on the ground and walk 100 feet 80m away from the model With the transmitter pointed directly at the model operate the transmitter s controls and ensure the movement of all surfaces is according to the movement of the transmitter MOTOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in severe injury to yourself and others Get help from an experienced pilot when learning to operate motors Use safety glasses when starting or running motors Do not run the motor in an area of loose gravel or sand the propeller may throw such material in your face or eyes Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away from the plane of rotation of the propeller as you run the motor Keep these items away from the prop loose clothing shirt sleeves ties scarfs long hair or loose objects such as pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket pockets into the prop 12 The motor gets hot Do not touch it during or right after operation Do not throw anything into the propeller of a rotating motor 9 Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a powered model in flight nor should any part of the model other than the landing gear intentionally touch the g
31. gine do NOT attempt to adjust the throttle s failsafe position while the engine is operating 20 3 Move the Tx throttle stick to the desired position for the throttle control to move if the Rx goes to failsafe 4 Press and hold the Bind button on the receiver and the Rx s LED should blink twice Release the Bind button and the receivers LED should turn on stop flashing The Tx and Rx should now be bound with the throttle failsafe in the new position as set above NOTE If you re using an ESC which has a signal loss feature the pre set failsafe position is irrelevant as the signal loss feature will cease the throttle operation if the signal is lost SYSTEM CHECK AND OPERATION WARNING During all pre flight preparations with the aircraft on the ground make sure the throttle stick remains at the minimum position and do not stand the Tx upright on the ground Carefully lay the Tx on its back on the ground to prevent it from falling over and possibly dislodging the throttle stick from the low position which would create a safety hazard Make sure all devices are properly mounted inside the model and all wiring connections are solid to prevent them from easily becoming dislodged during normal flight It s best to check the system with the propeller removed from the aircraft 1 Once all connections are made check the general operation of the radio and all other components before attempting a flight 2 Mo
32. h in the NOR position pulling the throttle stick back will cause the engine s speed to decrease Pushing the throttle stick forward will cause the engine s speed to increase RUDDER CH4 Controls the sideways movement of the airplane s tail and will rotate the airplane about the yaw axis an imaginary line from the top of the airplane s fuselage to the bottom of the fuselage located near the center point of the fuselage Position the rudder reversing switch so that moving the rudder stick to the right causes the rudder to deflect to the right thus causing the nose of the airplane to point to the right Moving the rudder stick to the left will cause the nose of the airplane to turn left When using the rudder in conjunction with the ailerons the airplane s nose can point into a turn instead of pointing up and skidding through the turn allowing the airplane to perform tighter more coordinated turns TRIMS A trim lever is included for each of the main controls located adjacent to the respective stick The aileron elevator and rudder trim levers are digital in function and always rest at center position Briefly deflecting the lever to either direction away from center will cause the respective servo output to finely rotate to one direction and will be accompanied by an audible tone Pressing and holding the trim lever will cause the servo output to move repeatedly During a flight wnen the main
33. ion the engine stops completely 7 Perform a range check The range is the safe operating distance from the Tx to the Rx and should be as far as you can clearly see the model With the assistance of another person place the aircraft on the ground and walk 100 feet 30m away from the model With the Tx pointed directly at the model operate the transmitters controls and ensure the movement of all surfaces is according to the movement of the transmitter 8 Anytime power is to be removed from the radio system its important to shut down power in the aircraft first Otherwise the aircraft could become out of control and cause a safety hazard Move the throttle stick and throttle trim lever to minimum position to stop the glow engine or shut down the ESC Once the propeller has stopped rotating shut off the ON OFF power switch in the model and disconnect the power battery from the ESC in electric airplanes Then turn off the power switch in the Tx SPECIFICATIONS TTX404 4 Channel Transmitter oo ms a Modulation FHSS spread spectrum Four AA alkaline NiCd or NiMH cells input power 3 8 8 0V not included LED with low voltage alarm Reversing switches Slide switches all channels Tims Analog for throttle digital for aileron elevator rudder tena Built in non removable Built in Futaba compatible for use Charge jack ith optional NiCd or NiMH cells Wireless compatible with Tactic brand Optional m
34. ixes Elevon V Tail transmitters only Tactic TR624 Receiver Modulation FHSS spread spectrum Four AA alkaline NiCd or NiMH cells 4 0 6 0V not included Input power Programmable throttle all other channels maintain last recognized positions Dimensions 1 77 x 0 98 x 0 5 45 x 25 x 18mm OTHER ITEMS INCLUDED On off switch harness with built in charge lead 4 cell AA battery holder for receiver Neck strap IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS NEVER allow water or moisture to make contact with the electronic components inside the transmitter receiver servos switch harness etc This could lead to failure or improper functionality of components and poor control of aircraft which could pose a Safety hazard NEVER operate R C model aircraft near power lines radio or cell phone towers roads or automobiles buildings or pedestrians Be very careful in locations where many R C aircraft are being used simultaneously NEVER operate R C equipment if you are physically impaired as it could pose a safety hazard to yourself or others in the area NEVER allow small children to operate control model R C equipment without the supervision of an adult NEVER allow the transmitter s throttle stick to accidentally be moved away from the off or minimum position while the model s engine motor is moving ALWAYS range check the radio system before use ALWAYS make sure tha
35. lers Make sure to follow the instructions included with the charge kit WARNING It s not recommended to charge batteries at greater than 1 amp through this charge jack Fast charging of NiCd and NiMH batteries should ONLY be done with chargers that are specifically designed to include the peak detection function which can automatically stop charge when full charge is detected Misuse improper charging or over charging of rechargeable cells can result in damage to the cells that could include cell rupture explosion or fire TRAINER FUNCTION The TTX404 Tx includes a built in wireless trainer function no trainer cable required This trainer system connects a teacher s Tactic Tx to a student s Tactic Tx by wireless connection Tactic s wireless trainer function is not compatible with trainer systems in any other brand radios IMPORTANT Before attempting to fly the airplane it s very important to make sure all reversing switches and trim lever adjustments on the student s Tx match the settings on the teachers Tx Otherwise the airplane could suddenly veer off in an unwanted manner when the teacher s trainer switch is pressed Proper matching of the student and teachers Tx settings should ensure that no unexpected movements occur when the trainer switch is pressed This is especially true of the throttle control 1 The Tx that was used to setup the controls on the aircraft must be used by the TEACHER 2
36. m Battery Handling amp Usage 9 Check the Control Directions 10 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Mini Switch Following the success of the larger original Switch plane the Mini Switch gives you two different flying experiences in one plane The change from high wing configuration to low wing configuration requires only a screw driver and a few minutes Both high and low wing configurations are very maneuverable and can satisfy the leisure pilot and the more sporty aerobatic pilot Should the model become damaged repairs can be made quickly with regular CA glue For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the Mini Switch visit the Hobbico web site at flyzoneplanes com Open the Airplanes link then select the Mini Switch If there is new technical information or changes to this model a tech notice box will appear in the upper left corner of the page AMA We urge you to join the AMA Academy of Model Aeronautics and a local R C club The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and membership is required to fly at AMA clubs Though joining the AMA provides many benefits one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection Coverage is not limited to flying at contests or on the club field It even applies to flying at public demonstrations and air shows Failure to comply with the Safety Code excerpts printed in the back of the manual may endanger insuranc
37. n whenever the throttle stick is advanced so use caution When you are done running the motor or flying the plane simply disconnect the battery and turn off the transmitter Check the Control Throws The Mini Switch is setup from the factory with the recommended control throws for the high wing configuration If at any time you wish to return to the default control throws or if you simply want to confirm the throws use the following measurements NOTE The throws are measured at the widest part of the elevators rudder and ailerons 11 These are the recommended control surface throws ELEVATOR Up amp Down RUDDER Right amp Left 5 16 8mm 16 deg 1 4 6mm 8 deg HIGH WING AILERONS Up amp Down 5 16 8mm 12 deg ELEVATOR Up amp Down RUDDER Right amp Left AILERONS Up amp Down 5 16 8mm 16 deg 3 8 9 5mm 12 deg LOW WING CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION 5 16 8mm 12 deg Check the Balance C G More than any other factor the C G center of gravity balance point can have the greatest effect on how a model flies and could determine whether or not your first flight will be successful If you value your model and wish to enjoy it for many flights DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS IMPORTANT PROCEDURE A model that is not properly balanced may be unstable and possibly unflyable With the battery installed along with the propeller spinner and hatch the Mini Switch is designed to balanc
38. ng all the servo grommets for deterioration or signs of vibration Make certain all pushrod linkages are secure and free of play If it fluttered once under similar circumstances it will probably flutter again unless the problem is fixed Some things which can cause flutter are Excessive hinge gap Not mounting control horns solidly Poor fit of clevis pin in horn Side play of wire pushrods caused by large bends Excessive free play in servo gears Insecure servo mounting and one of the most prevalent causes of flutter Flying an over powered model at excessive speeds Takeoff Before you get ready to takeoff see how the model handles on the ground by doing a few practice runs at low speeds on the runway Hold up elevator to keep the tail wheel on the ground If necessary adjust the tail wheel so the model will roll straight down the runway If you need to calm your nerves before the maiden flight shut the motor down and bring the model back into the pits Top off the battery then check all fasteners and control linkages for peace of mind Remember to takeoff into the wind When you re ready point the model straight down the runway hold a bit of up elevator to keep the tail on the ground to maintain tail wheel steering and then gradually advance the throttle As the model gains speed decrease up elevator allowing the tail to come off the ground One of the most important things to remember with a tail dragger is to always be re
39. ng the aft end of the hatch down in place followed by the propeller prop washer prop spacer and prop Secure the hatch using the included wing screw nut Tighten the prop nut thoroughly If the spinner backplate contacts the foam fuselage after tightening the prop nut loosen the nut and slide the prop assembly forward some Install the Propeller Then re tighten the nut J 1 Disassemble the spinner and prop adapter making LJ 4 Tighten the spinner cone onto the assembly using the note of how it is installed You will need to reassemble it onto included screws the motor in the same order L 5 You have now completed the assembly of the high wing configuration of the Mini Switch CHANGING TO THE LOW WING CONFIGURATION Once you are accustomed to flying the high wing configuration it s time to move the wings and give the low wing configuration a try You will find that the lower wing position changes the aerobatic characteristics of the plane In general the low wing will perform most aerial maneuvers better than the high wing You may find the control response a little slower but also smoother than the high wing L 1 Remove the wing panels from the high wing configuration canopy hatch by disconnecting the aileron Y harness loosening the wing joiner screw and sliding the panels off of the joiner tube _J 2 Remove the battery hatch by sliding the lever forward and lifting the hatch away Push the wing pock
40. o keep the Rx as far away from the engine motor servos and ESC and other electronic items as possible To prevent the Rx from becoming damaged it might be acceptable to mount it inside certain models using Velcro In certain cases wrapping the Rx with foam rubber can help to prevent damage from occurring due to vibration but foam rubber can prevent adequate airflow from passing over the receiver in warm environments which might not be recommended Additional Tactic TR624 receivers can be purchased from your local retailer part number TACLO624 to work with this TTX404 transmitter IMPORTANT Always make sure that power is applied to the transmitter BEFORE applying power to the receiver and servos and that the throttle stick is at minimum idle position Failure to do so could result in the model becoming uncontrollable and cause a safety hazard BIND THE RECEIVER TO THE TRANSMITTER For proper operation it s necessary to bind the Tx and Rx together electronically This ensures sole communication between the two and prevents other transmitters from being able to control the receiver 1 Turn on the Tx 2 Apply power to the Rx 3 If the Rx LED flashes once and then stays on the Rx is already bound to the Tx and you can skip to the next section Otherwise insert a small diameter screwdriver through the hole marked BIND and press the pushbutton until the Rx LED glows red and then turns off after abo
41. of any obstacles and be sure that you have a firm grasp on the airplane before applying throttle OPERATING THE ESC NECESSARY TRANSMITTER SETTINGS If you are using a transmitter other than a Tactic transmitter its very important to set the transmitter s throttle channel adjustments as follows 1 Set the throttle channel s travel adjustment ATV EPA or ATL to 100 2 Set the throttle trim and sub trim to neutral or zero 3 Set the throttle channel s reversing switch to reverse on Futaba transmitters Other transmitters might require you to set the throttle reversing switch to normal LOW VOLTAGE CUT OFF The Mini Switch ESC includes a low voltage cut off feature that stops motor rotation if the battery s voltage drops too low This protects the battery from damage due to under voltage conditions When the low voltage cut off stops motor rotation it will still supply power to the receiver and all control surfaces except throttle so you can maintain control of the aircraft NORMAL STARTUP PROCEDURE 1 Unless calibrating the throttle or programming the ESC always turn on the transmitter with the throttle stick all the way down Turn on the transmitter 2 Connect the battery to the ESC Listen for the three tones 12 3 followed by three short beeps beep beep beep followed by one long beep beeep Now the ESC is armed and the model is ready to fly The propeller will tur
42. ow 3 IR Timing 15 After you hear the number of beeps one beep two beeps three beeps indicating the new setting you wish to use advance the throttle again Now you will hear the tones 15 D1 2 1 2 indicating that the value has been set and saved If you immediately lower the throttle stick within two seconds you will exit programming mode proceeded by the three short beeps beep beep beep counting the number of LiPo cells followed by one long beep beeep indicating that the model is ready to fly Or you can simply disconnect the battery at any time to exit programming mode If you leave the stick advanced the programming mode will resume where it left off simply listen for the sequence of beeps that represents the next function you wish to change then lower the throttle stick again to enter the programming mode for that function Example To set the motor brake from the factory default of off to on 1 Advance the throttle stick Turn on the transmitter 2 Connect the battery Listen for the three tones 01 2 3 followed by two short beeps beep beep followed by a 5 second pause followed by five tones 01 2 3 4 5 The ESC is now in the Programming Menu 3 After you hear one short beep beep indicating the motor brake function lower the throttle stick 4 Listen for the beeps one beep brake off two beeps brake on If you
43. per setup and operation Make sure the charge plug is inserted fully into the charge jack Make sure the transmitters power switch is in the OFF position Make sure the cells are inserted inside the battery compartment in the proper direction FCC STATEMENT This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC RF Radiated Exposure Statement The equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body Note The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC ID IYFTTX404B CE COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION Instructions for Disposal of Waste Equipment by Private Users in the European Union household waste Instead it is the user s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipm
44. round except while landing AMA SAFETY CODE EXCERPTS CHECK LIST Read and abide by the following excerpts from the Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code For the complete Safety Code refer to Model Aviation magazine the AMA web site or the Code that came with your AMA license General 1 I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events air shows or model flying demonstrations until it has been proven to be airworthy by having been previously successfully flight tested 2 will not fly my model aircraft higher than approximately 400 feet 120m within 3 miles 4 8km of an airport without notifying the airport operator will give right of way and avoid flying in the proximity of full scale aircraft Where necessary an observer shall be utilized to supervise flying to avoid having models fly in the proximity of full scale aircraft 3 Where established will abide by the safety rules for the flying site use and will not willfully and deliberately fly my models in a careless reckless and or dangerous manner 5 will not fly my model unless it is identified with my name and address or AMA number on or in the model Note This does not apply to models while being flown indoors 7 will not operate models with pyrotechnics any device that explodes burns or propels a projectile of any kind Radio Control 1 Iwill have completed a successful radio equipment ground check before the first flight of a new
45. shaft and the bottom of the fuse under the TE of the fin Do this several times _J 2 If one wing always drops when you lift the model it means that side is heavy Balance the airplane by adding weight to the other wing tip Stick on lead weight can be purchased from your hobby supplier GPMQ4485 An airplane that has been laterally balanced will track better in loops and other maneuvers PREFLIGHT Identify Your Model No matter if you fly at an AMA sanctioned R C club site or if you fly somewhere on your own you should always have your name address telephone number and AMA number on or inside your model It is required at all AMA R C club flying sites and AMA sanctioned flying events Fill out the identification tag on page 24 and place it on or inside your model Balance Propellers wi m li ii Me i PR a fan A At eee Th iI ijt ih bl lb HVA N WEN APT A U Alla NAN i f VAALAN Carefully balance your propeller and spare propellers before you fly An unbalanced prop can be the single most significant cause of vibration that can damage your model Not only will motor mounting screws and bolts loosen possibly with disastrous effect but vibration may also damage your receiver and battery Wiha ey MONN i E iis ii wy SAAT AG yy Ma We use a Top Flite Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer TOPQ Q5700 in the workshop and keep a Great Planes Fingertip Prop Balancer GPMQ5000 in our flight box Ran
46. soon as possible AILERON CH1 Controls the moveable surfaces at the end of both main wings to rotate the airplane about the roll axis an imaginary line which extends from the airplane s nose to the tail Since every airplane is different the aileron reversing switch must be set so that moving the aileron stick to the right will cause the airplane s right aileron to deflect up thus causing the right wing to drop and the airplane will bank to the right Moving the aileron stick to the left will cause the airplane s left wing to drop and the airplane will bank to the left This is one important method for turning the aircraft ELEVATOR CH2 Controls the moveable horizontal surfaces on the airplane s tail to rotate the airplane about the pitch axis an imaginary line extending through the center of both main wings from one wing tip to the other wing tip Position the elevator reversing switch so that pulling the elevator stick back towards you will cause the elevators to deflect up thus causing the nose of the airplane to rise Pushing the elevator stick forwards away from you will cause the nose of the airplane to drop When using the ailerons to bank the airplane s wings pulling the elevator stick back will help the aircraft maintain altitude and turn the aircraft more quickly THROTTLE CH3 Controls the speed R P M at which the engine or electric motor operates With the throttle reversing switc
47. t all transmitter stick movements operate all servos properly in the model Check the proper operation of control surfaces before and after starting the engine motor ALWAYS make sure the transmitter antenna is unfolded entirely so that it s pointing upright to ensure max range and control of the aircraft Do not store your radio equipment in extremely hot or cold locations in direct sunlight or in locations with high humidity Store R C equipment in cool and dry locations Do not allow chemicals to come in contact with any parts of the radio system Substances such as glow fuel gasoline CA glue etc could permanently damage plastic parts of the radio system if NiCd batteries were installed in the transmitter remove the batteries before placing the radio in long term storage TROUBLESHOOTING RANGE IS SHORT Interference check Rx installation and servo connections Low Tx or Rx battery replace the batteries or recharge if applicable Rx may need to be located to a different position in the model for better reception Crash damage send the radio to Hobby Services for repair RUN TIME IS SHORT Low Tx or Rx batteries replace or recharge the batteries Obstructed servo linkages causing excess battery drain free the linkages pushrods Tx POWER SWITCH ON BUT SERVOS DO NOT FUNCTION Tx or Rx batteries are low replace or recharge the batteries Rx switch is in the off position turn on the
48. t to become familiar with your model before landing Landing To initiate a landing approach lower the throttle while on the downwind leg Allow the nose of the model to pitch downward to gradually bleed off altitude Continue to lose altitude but maintain airspeed by keeping the nose down as you turn onto the crosswind leg Make your final turn toward the runway into the wind keeping the nose down to maintain airspeed and control Level the attitude when the model reaches the runway threshold modulating the throttle as necessary to maintain your glide path and airspeed If you are going to overshoot smoothly advance the throttle always ready on the right rudder to counteract torque and climb out to make another attempt When you re ready to make your landing flare and the model is a foot or so off the deck smoothly increase up elevator until it gently touches down Once the model is on the runway and has lost flying speed hold up elevator to place the tail on the ground regaining tail wheel control One final note about flying your model Have a goal or flight plan in mind for every flight This can be learning a new maneuver s improving a maneuver s you already know or learning how the model behaves in certain conditions such as on high or low rates This is not necessarily to improve your skills though it is never a bad idea but more importantly so you do not surprise yourself by impulsively attempting a maneuver and s
49. uddenly finding that you ve run out of time altitude or airsoeed Every maneuver should be deliberate not impulsive For example if you re going to do a loop check your altitude mind the wind direction anticipating rudder corrections that will be required to maintain heading remember to throttle back at the top and make certain you are on the desired rates high low rates A flight plan greatly reduces the chances of crashing your model just because of poor planning and impulsive moves Remember to think Have a ball But always stay in control and fly in a safe manner GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING 14 20A ESC INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICATIONS Constant Current 20A 25A Linear 5V 2A o servos 2S 3S LiPo 5 9 cell NiMH 19g 42 x 25 x 8mm Burst Current lt 10 seconds BEC Mode BEC Output BEC Output Capability Battery Cell Count Weight Dimensions The ESC included with the Mini Switch is pre programmed to the correct settings to work best with the Mini Switch other than calibrating the throttle only if using a transmitter different than the Tactic that comes with the Mini Switch there is nothing that needs to be done with the ESC However should you ever desire to reprogram the ESC to suit different requirements following are full programming instructions FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS Motor Brake Off LiPo Medium 3 15V cell Normal 3 seconds Low 3 75 Battery Type LV
50. unter clockwise to lengthen the stick or clockwise to shorten the stick Once the desired stick length is found tighten the set screw with the hex wrench CHARGE JACK WARNING Do NOT attempt to recharge alkaline batteries The charge jack should ONLY be used if rechargeable cells are used in the transmitter Charge Plug The TTX404 includes a built in charge jack for convenient recharging of NiCd or NiMH batteries and is compatible with charge leads designed for Futaba brand transmitters HCAP0101 This jack is NOT compatible with charge leads for Hitec Airtronics JR or Spektrum radios The compatible charge plug is shown in the picture below NEGATIVE polarity POSITIVE polarity To use the charge jack with optional rechargeable batteries first remove the sticker that covers the charge jack on the side of the Tx making sure not to allow any object to be inserted inside the jack itself Next insert the cells inside the Tx s battery compartment noting proper polarity Make sure the transmitter s power switch is in the OFF position Connect a compatible charge lead to the jack and follow the instructions included with the charger for charging of NiCd or NiMH batteries that are rated at 4 8V Tactic s optional TACP1000 rechargeable battery and wall charger kit includes eight AA size rechargeable NiMH cells and 110V AC wall charger It is compatible with this Tx and can be found at local retai
51. urn shipping address as much contact information as possible daytime telephone number fax number e mail address a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt Upon receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL Flyzone how high will you soar Entire Contents 2013 Hobbico Inc Champaign Illinois 217 398 8970 E mail airsupport hobbico com FLZA3320 RTF FLZA3322 Tx R TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 2 x su beh 2340i9 2000 wows oo6 44 box 2 AMA 0 ee eee ene 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED 3 Radio Control System 00 0c eae 3 Battery and Charger 0 00 cee eee eee 3 CONTENTS 2 54c6622e0c7eceuutaeagcneeedsaereces 4 TOOLS REQUIRED 0000 0 eee 4 KIT INSPECTION oo 2406 coes0cemdceuew nous bas 4 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS 4 ASSEMBLE THE MODEL 5 Install the Tail Section 0 00000 e eee 5 Setting Up the High Wing Configuration 6 Install the Propeller 0000000e 7 CHANGING TO THE LOW WING CONFIGURATION 8 GET THE MODEL READYTOFLY 9 Prepare the Transmitter and LiPo Battery 9 Lithiu
52. ut one second 4 Release the BIND button 5 If the binding is successful the Rx LED will flash once and then remain ON 6 Test for proper Tx Rx functionality in the next section If the radio doesn t appear to have become properly binded repeat steps 1 6 above FAILSAFE FUNCTION The included TR624 receiver has a failsafe feature which engages in the event that the radio signal from the transmitter somehow becomes interrupted This safety feature causes the servos to automatically move either to a certain position or hold their last position so to prevent the model from moving in an erratic manner Channels 1 2 and 4 will enter a hold mode whereby the servos will lock in their last recognized position The servo connected to channel 3 normally being the throttle control will move to a pre set position The factory default failsafe position for channel 3 is to move to 0 full throttle Motor prop movement should stop if the receiver loses signal from the transmitter The throttle servo s failsafe position can be manually re set to any other position if desired as follows IMPORTANT NOTE Before manually resetting the failsafe make sure the servo reversing switches are in the correct position for the application 1 Apply power to the Tx and Rx 2a If using an ESC do NOT arm the ESC Do NOT attempt to adjust the throttle s failsafe position if the ESC is armed 2b If using a gas or glow powered en
53. ve the Tx throttle stick to the minimum idle position 3 Turn on the Tx and then the Rx 4 Make sure all controls are operating in the proper direction If any servo is turning in the wrong direction change the position of the reversing switch for that particular channel 5 With both sticks at center position move the trim levers for the aileron elevator and rudder channels so each respective control surface is perfectly aligned with the main surface For example When the aileron trim lever is in the center position it s best that the trailing edge of the aileron is aligned with the trailing edge of the wing itself not above or below the wing s trailing edge 6 Make sure that movements of the throttle stick result in an equal adjustment of the throttle in the model Depending on whether the airplane is electric or glow powered a Electric confirm that when the throttle stick is at maximum position the electronic speed control gives the appropriate indications LED and or audible indicators for full forward flight And when the throttle stick is at minimum position the electronic speed control gives the appropriate indications for off or no motor rotation 21 b Glow confirm that when the throttle stick is at maximum position the mechanical linkage to the engine allows the engine to be at full throttle And when the throttle stick is at minimum position and the throttle trim lever is moved to minimum posit
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