ParkZone VisionAire BNF
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1. Replace recharge batteries Bind aircraft to transmitter DSM protocol Control surface does Control surface control horn linkage or Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls not move servo damage Wire damaged or connections loose Do a check of wires and connections connect or replace as needed Transmitter is not bound correctly or the incorrect model was selected Re bind or select correct model in transmitter Flight battery charge is low Fully recharge flight battery BEC Battery Elimination Circuit of the ESC is damaged Replace ESC Controls reversed Transmitter settings are reversed Perform the Control Direction Test and adjust the controls on transmitter ap propriately Motor power pulses ESC uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff LVC then motor loses power Weather conditions might be too cold Recharge flight battery or replace battery that is no longer performing Postpone flight until weather is warmer Limited Warranty Battery is old worn out or damaged Replace battery Battery C rating might be too small Use recommended battery What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase What is Not Covered This warranty is not transferable and does not cover i cosmetic damage ii damage due to acts of Go2. Bee ei VisionAire Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni BME Bind N Fly Ready to fly redefined EN NOTICE All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Inc For up to date product literature visit www horizonhobby com and click on the support tab for this product Meaning of Special Language The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product NOTICE Procedures which if not properly followed create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury CAUTION Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury WARNING Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of property damage collateral damage and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury A WARNING Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product personal property and cause serious injury This is a sophisticated hobby product It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to oper ate this Product in a safe and re
3. National Model Aircraft Safety Code sssssnsesesnsnsnnnnnenenene 14 Installing Horizontal Toi 7 Troubleshooting Guide ASX 15 Control Surface Centering and Installing Clevises on Control Horns 7 Troubleshooting Guide eene 15 Control Horn and Servo Arm 5 7 Limited Warranty sess 16 Installing SFG Technology Wing Fences ss ssssnnnnsnnssisninniennennee 8 Contact Information sesssesseeseeeenenennnnn nnns 17 installing thE Wings scesi ine 8 Compliance Information for the European Union 17 Transmitter Setup i 9 Parts Contact Information 64 Dual Rates and EXpoS i 9 Replacement Parts 64 Control Direction T8SL ccc cc cn oo c n is ans nar iis 10 eil NC 65 AS3X Control Direction Test 11 Specifications I 45 inches 1143mm 3 Installed Ec BL10 Brushless outrunner 1250Kv 40 Amp Lite Pro Switch Mode BEC Brushless ESC Installed V2 E Installed 4 Servos EFLR7155 E ES Installed Spektrum AR635 6 Channel AS3X Sport Receiver E a E Included Battery 2200mA 11 1V 3S 25C Li Po Battery Charger 300mA 2 0A 2 3 cell Li Po bat Included S Weight 43 7 oz ia tery charger 1240 WT Recommended Transmitter Con Mele ma Full Range 2 4GHz with Spektrum DSM2 DSMX
4. To register your product online visit www parkzone com 3 EN Charging the Flight Battery Your VisionAire aircraft comes with a DC balancing charger and 35 Li Po TN battery You should only charge your battery with the included charger Never Charger Specifications leave the battery and charger unattended during the charge process Failure e Input power 12V DC to follow the instructions properly could result in a fire When charging ensure 3 amp the battery is on a heat resistant surface Charge the flight battery while Charges 2 to 3 cell Li Po assembling the aircraft Install the fully charged battery to perform control n packs with minimum tests and binding capacity of 300mAh DC Li Po Balancing Charger Features e Balances and Charges 2 to 3 cell lithium polymer battery packs e Variable charge rates from 300mAh to 2 amp e Simple single push button operation pack e LED charge status indicator e cell balance indicator The ParkZone 35 Li Po battery pack e Audible beeper indicates power and charge status features a balancing lead that allows e 12V accessory outlet input cord you to safely charge your battery pack y when used with the included ParkZone Li Po balancing charger e Maximum charge rate 1C 2 2 amps AN CAUTION The balance connector must be inserted into the correct port of your charger prior to charging The Battery C
5. 5 RC model aircraft will not operate within three 3 miles of any pre existing flying site without a frequency management agreement AMA Documents 922 Testing for RF Interference 923 Frequency Management Agreement 6 With the exception of events flown under official AMA Competition Regulations excluding takeoff and landing no powered model may be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual except for the pilot and the pilot s helper s located at the flight line 7 Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft in flight while it is still under power except to divert it from striking an individual This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors 8 RCnight flying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with a clear view of the model s attitude and orientation at all times 9 The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall a Maintain control during the entire flight maintaining visual contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses prescribed for the pilot b Fly using the assistance of a camera or First Person View FPV only in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document 550 Please see your local or regional modeling association s guidelines for proper safe operation of your model aircraft EN Troubleshooting Guide IL Possible Cause Flying over recommended airspeed Damaged propeller or spinner Problem Oscillation Solution Reduce air speed
6. Replace propeller or spinner Imbalanced propeller Balance the propeller For more information view John Redman s propeller balancing video at www horizonhobby com Flight condition variations Adjust gain to current flight conditions wind updrafts local conditions elevation humidity temperature etc Motor vibration Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners as needed Loose receiver Align and secure receiver in fuselage Loose aircraft controls Tighten or otherwise secure parts Servo arm linkage horn and control surface Worn parts Adjust gain to compensate for parts wear or replace worn parts especially propeller pivot points or servo Irregular servo rotation Replace servo puterized or non computerized assigned in receiver If oscillation persists Trim change Trim is not at neutral Incorrect transmitter type com Assign correct transmitter type in the receiver refer to receiver manual Decrease gain refer to receiver manual If you adjust trim more than 8 clicks adjust the clevis to remove trim when flight mode is switched Incorrect response to the AS3X Control Direction Test Sub Trim is not at neutral Incorrect direction settings in the receiver which can cause a crash Troubleshooting Guide No Sub Trim is allowed Adjust the servo arm or the clevis DO NOT fly Correct the direction settings refer to the
7. and a brief summary of the problem A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consider ation Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton NOTICE Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon If you have any issue with a LiPo battery please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office Warranty Requirements For Warranty consideration you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been met your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Non Warranty Service Should your service not be covered by warranty service will be com EN pleted and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification Service estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your item submitted for service Non warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of 7 hour of labor In addition you will be billed for return freight Horizon accepts money orders and cashier s checks as well as Visa MasterCard American Express and Discover cards By submitting any item to Horizon for service you are agreeing to Horizon s Te
8. 2 Align and install the left and right marked L and R top and bottom wing fences B into the respective wing slots C The bottom fences have integrated plastic skids as shown If desired apply a small amount of thin CA cyanoacrylate adhesive to the fences and wings Installing the Wings 1 Slide the wing tube A into the fuselage AN CAUTION DO NOT crush or otherwise damage the wiring when attaching the wing to the fuselage 2 Install the left and right wing B and C over the wing tube and into the wing slot of the fuselage while inserting the aileron servo connectors through the provided holes 3 Invert the fuselage so the landing gear is facing up Secure the left and right wings to the fuselage using the included screws D 4 Remove the screw E and the receiver cover F from the bottom of the fuselage Tip If needed use hemostats or pliers to pull the servo connectors into the fuselage 5 Connect the aileron servos from the wings to the Y harness connectors in the fuselage The left and right aileron servos can be connected to either side of the Y harness 6 Replace the receiver cover and the screw Disassemble in reverse order IMPORTANT Correct operation of the AS3X system requires connection of both ailerons to the included Y harness and the AILE channel of the receiver Transmitter Setup IMPORTANT The AR635 receiver s default setting is for 3D mode using the DX6i transmitter and
9. Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40 120 F 5 49 C Do not store battery or aircraft in a car or direct sun light If stored in a hot car the battery can be damaged or even catch fire Always charge batteries away from flammable materials Always inspect the battery before charging and never charge damaged batteries Always disconnect the battery after charging and let the charger cool between charges Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE LI PO BATTER IES Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger may cause fire resulting in personal injury and or property damage Never discharge Li Po cells to below 3V under load Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips Never leave charging batteries unattended Never charge batteries outside recommended levels Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger Never allow minors to charge battery packs Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places recommended between 40 120 F or 5 49 or place in direct sunlight EN Introduction Welcome to the exciting world of 3D flight Even if this isn t your first 3D airplane the ParkZone VisionAire aircraft is going to be a fast favorite Its awesome power to weight performance coupled with the incredible balance of stability and agility its AS3X Artifi
10. Item Number s PKZ6580 Equipment class 1 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the require ments of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and LVD Directive 2006 95 EC EN 301 489 1 V1 7 1 2006 EN 301 489 17 V1 3 2 2008 EN60950 1 2006 A12 2011 EN55022 2010 EN55024 2010 CE Signed for and on behalf of Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA Sept 27 2012 FEDELI WLL Steven A Hall Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union This product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead it is the user s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collections point for the recy cling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate ME collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will 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 where you purchased the product 17 Parts Contact Information e Kontaktinformationen f r Ersatzteile e Coordonn es pour obtenir des p
11. a nose high ap Harrier proximately 45 attitude Inverted The inverted aircraft flies forward slowly in a nose Harrier high approximately 45 attitude The aircraft nose is pointed up while the prop Hover thrust keeps the model in the air with little or no change in altitude The aircraft hovers with little or no change in altitude while rotating left around its roll axis 3 The aircraft does a harrier while rotating around its Harrier Roll roll axis Torque Roll The aircraft turns over completely 360 degrees Waterfall in the pitch axis with very little forward motion or change in altitude The inverted aircraft turns over completely 360 degrees in the pitch axis with very little forward motion or change in altitude Inverted Waterfall Service of Power Components Disassembly 1 Remove the screw A and spinner B from the collet G 2 Remove the spinner nut C propeller D backplate E and collet from the motor shaft H You will need a tool to turn the spinner nut 3 Remove 3 screws I from the cowling J Carefully remove the cowling from the fuselage Paint may keep the cowling attached to the fuselage Remove the 4 screws K from the motor mount L and the fuselage Disconnect the motor wires from the ESC wires Remove the 4 screws M and motor N from the motor mount Assembly Assemble in reverse order Correctly align and connect the m
12. above If you choose to fly using another transmitter you must refer to the receiver manual for instructions A DSM2 DSMX four channel or better transmitter with dual rates is required for flying this aircraft The Spektrum DX4e DX5e DX6i DX7s DX8 DX10t DX18 and JR X9503 11X or 12X transmitters may be used The settings below are recommended starting settings a Transmitters DX4e and DX5e ENEE 100 not adjustable Expo recommended Activation and Deactivation of the Expo feature Some older DX4e and DX5e transmitters do not have this option If you plan to fly your aircraft with a DX4e or DX5e disconnect the battery from the aircraft before activating the Expo feature in your transmitter Once Expo is activated it will remain activated for subsequent power cycles of the transmitter Once Expo is deactivated it will remain deactivated until it is activated again DX4e Modes 1 and 2 1 With the transmitter OFF put the ACT switch in the down position ON and the Rate switch in the down position LO 2 Push and hold the trainer bind button and move and hold the two sticks as shown here for activation A or deactivation B while powering on the transmitter 3 Release the trainer switch and the control sticks only after a series of tones sound ascending tones for activation descending tones for deactivation DX5e Modes 1 and 2 1 Hold the aileron trim switch to the right for activation or to th
13. AWG EC3 by E flite 12AWG EC3 30C avec prise EC3 12AWG EC3 EFLA250 Park Flyer Tool Assortment 5 pc Park Flyer Werkzeugsortiment 5 teilig Assortiment d outils park flyer 5pc Park Flyer assortimento attrezzi 5 pc EFLAEC302 EC3 Battery Connector Female 2 EC3 Akkukabel Buchse 2 Prise EC3 femelle 2pc m Connettore temmina x batteria EFLAEC303 EDS Devine Connector EC3 Kabelsatz Stecker Buchse Prise EC3 male femelle pia nnettore batteria maschio Male Female femmina EFLC3025 Celectra 80W AC DC Celectra 80 W AC DC Chargeur de batterie AC DC Caricabatterie per batteria multichi Multi Chemistry Battery Charger Multi Chemistry Batterieladeger t Celectra 80 W multi types mica 80 W c a c c EFLC3020 Ser multi chemistry battery 200W DC Mur Batterie Ladeger t Chargeur multiple DC 200W 200W DC Caricabatterie universale Celectra 15VDC Celectra 15 V DC Alimentation Celectra EFLC4010 250W Power Supply 250 W Netzstecker CC 15 V 250 W Alimentatore Celectra 15V c c 250 W DX4e DSMX 4 Channel Transmitter E d Emetteur DX4e DSMX 4 voies DX4e DSMX Trasmettitore 4 canali DX5e DSMX 5 Channel Transmitter spektrum 0X56 DSMX 5 Kanal sender Emetteur DX5e DSMX 5 voies DX5e DSMX Trasmettitore 5 canali Emetteur DX6i DSMX 6 voies DX6i DSMX Trasmettitore 6 canali DX7s DSMX 7 Channel Transmitter Spektrum DX7s DSMX 7 Kanal Sender Emetteur DX7s DSMX 7 voies DX7s DSMX Trasmettitore 7 canali DX8 DSMX 8 Channel Tr
14. Adaptateur d h lice VisionAire Adattatore elica VisionAire EFLA1040LB 40 Amp Lite Pro Switch Mode BEC E flite 40 Amp Lite Pro Switch Mode BEC Contr leur Brushless 40A Lite Pro Brushless ESC V2 Brushless Regler V2 Switch mode BEC V2 SPMAR635 Spektrum 6 Channel AS3X Sport Spektrum 6 Kanal AS3X Sport Empfanger R cepteur Spektrum 6 voies avec Ricevitore sport AS3X Spektrum 6 Receiver AS3X canali PKZ1029 2200mAh 3S 25C 11 1v LiPo 2200 mAh 35 25C 11 1 V LiPo Accu LiPo 2200 mAh 3S 25C 11 1 V 2200 mAh 35 25C 11 1 V LiPo EFLP12040E Propeller 12 x 4E Propeller 12 x 4E H lice 12x4E Elica VisionAire EFLR7155 13 g Digital Micro Servo E flite 13g Digital Micro Servo Micro servo digital 13g Micro servo digitale 13g PKZ1040 2 3 DC Lipo balancing charger 2 3 DC Lipo Balancer Ladeger t Chargeur quilibreur CC Li Po 2 3 Caricabatteria con bilanciatore per 2 0 cellules 3 celle Li Po EFLM72251 BL10 Motor Shaft VisionAire E BL10 Motorwelle Axe de moteur BL10 Albero motore BL10 VisionAire 64 Optional Parts e Optionale Bauteile e Pieces optionnelles e Pezzi opzionali Part Nummer Num ro Codice Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione 2500mAh 35 11 1V 30C LiPo E flite 2500mAh 3S 11 1V 30C LiPo Batterie Li Po E flite 11 1V 35 2500mA 2500mA Li Po E flite 11 1V 35 30C DX6i DSMX 6 Channel Transmitter ohne Empfanger Spektrum DX6i DSMX 6 Kanal Sender EFLB25003530 12
15. F PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT WARRANTY TORT NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Further in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is assert ed As Horizon has no control over use setup final assembly modification or 16 misuse no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury By the act of use setup or assembly the user accepts all resulting liability If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase Law These terms are governed by Illinois law without regard to conflict of law principals This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice WARRANTY SERVICES Questions Assistance and Services Your local hobby store and or place of purchase cannot provide warranty sup port or service Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been started you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to better answer you
16. all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose Moisture causes damage to electronics Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries Always keep aircraft in sight and under control Always use fully charged batteries Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered Always remove batteries before disassembly Always keep moving parts clean Always keep parts dry Always let parts cool after use before touching Always remove batteries after use Always ensure failsafe is properly set before flying Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring Never touch moving parts Battery Warning The Battery Charger included with your aircraft is designed to safely balance and charge the Li Po battery AN CAUTION All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly Mishandling of Li Po batteries can result in a fire personal injury and or property damage By handling charging or using the included Li Po battery you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries e f at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell discontinue use im mediately If charging or discharging discontinue and disconnect Continuing to use charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result in fire Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results
17. and adjust the servo arm splines on the servo only when needed DO NOT use sub trims to make fine adjustments off center sub trim will affect servo travel and AS3X operation 2 Adjust linkage lengths so the control surfaces center when the servo arm is close to perpendicular 3 Set rates in the transmitter as recommended CAUTION For safe operation always re bind the airplane after setup A is complete to ensure the failsafe is updated with the latest setup EN EN Control Direction Test Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control Transmitter command surfaces move correctly and in the proper direction After performing the Control Test correctly set the failsafe Make sure the transmitter controls are at neutral and the throttle and throttle trim are in the low position then rebind the model to your transmitter If the receiver loses its link to the transmitter the failsafe will drive the servos to the settings made at binding Aircraft Reaction Up Elevator Command Down Elevator Command Stick Right r1 Stick Left HI HR Stick Right Stick Left e EN AS3X Control Direction Test Perform the Control Direction Test to ensure the aircraft responds cor E rectly to your transmitter Once you sure the aircraft responds cor Aircraft movement AS3X Reaction rectly move the aircraft as shown to ensur
18. and loop strip B and close the 2 hook and loop straps C around the battery See the Adjusting the Center of Gravity instructions for more information 4 Connect a fully charged battery to the ESC See the Arming the ESC instructions for correct connection of the battery to the ESC 5 Reinstall the battery hatch A CAUTION Always disconnect the Li Po battery from the aircraft receiver when not flying to avoid over discharging the battery Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may become damaged resulting in loss of performance and potential fire when batteries are charged A CAUTION Always keep hands away from the propeller When armed the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement EN AS3X System Horizon Hobby has always made RC sport scale and unique aircraft with the kind of performance experts appreciate First used in Blade ultra micro flybarless helicopters MEMS sensor technology within the Artificial Stability 3 aXis AS3X System has been specifically tuned for airplanes helping invisibly correct for turbulence torque and tip stalls Now the exclusive AS3X Stabilization system makes the leap from Ultra Micro aircraft to high performance parkflyers with the AR635 receiver The preci Sion and performance available from AS3X equipped Ultra Micro airplanes has heralded a new era of performance and with the AR635 that performance is introduced for lar
19. ansmitter Spektrum DX8 DSMX 8 Kanal Sender Emetteur DX8 DSMX 8 voies DX8 DSMX Trasmettitore 8 canali 65 O 2012 Horizon Hobby Inc ParkZone VisionAire AS3X E flite Blade Celectra EC3 DSM DSM2 DSMX Bind N Fly ModelMatch and SFG Technology are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby Inc The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan All other trademarks service marks and logos are property of their respective owners G parkzone www parkzone com PKZ6580 Created 10 12 35405
20. cial Stabilization 3 aXis system makes possible will have you pushing the limits of your aerobatic abilities in no time The light wing loading and forgiving slow speed characteristics help too Before you start exploring the edges of the envelope though you must take a little time to read this manual It contains important information about binding the VisionAire aircraft to your DSM2 DSMX transmitter recommended dual rate settings battery charging and much more There s also a handy Troubleshooting Guide It s all here to make sure your first flight and every one after is the best it can be Box Contents technology Table of Contents Charging the Flight Battery seen 4 Center of Gravity CG 11 Low Voltage Cutoff UN 4 Flying Tips and Henaire 12 Transmitter and Receiver Bmdmg 5 First Flight Preparation sese 12 Installing the Battery essere rennen 5 Maintenance After Flying c cccccecssescsscscssescsecsssecsssscsseesseeaseeses 12 AS3X System nnn nnns 6 Guidelines for Flying 13 Arming the ESC and Receiver sss 6 Service of Power Components 13 Installing Landing Gear ii 6
21. d accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or due to improper use installation operation or maintenance iii modi fication of or to any part of the Product iv attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center v Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer or vi Product not compliant with appli cable technical regulations OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER S INTENDED USE Purchaser s Remedy Horizon s sole obligation and purchaser s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will at its option either i service or ii replace any Product determined by Horizon to be defective Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product s involved in a warranty claim Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY Limitation of Liability HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS O
22. e left for deactivation when powering on the transmitter 2 Release the aileron trim switch after a series of tones ascending tones to confirm that Expo is activated or descending tones to confirm that Expo is deactivated p Transmitters DX6i and Above ET EE 125 Always leave servo travel at 125 Use dual rates for a low rate setting For proper flight performance do not set dual rates below 50 only possible on a computerized transmitter Tip DX6i transmitters can activate all three channel rates aileron elevator and rudder using a combined Dual Rates switch Rates and expo can also be adjusted if the recommended rates are not comfortable Tip DX7s and above transmitters can activate rates on one Dual Rates switch like the DX6i transmitter However DX7s and above transmitters can also activate rates and exponential on the same switch as the flight mode Channel 5 If desired GF General Flight mode can activate low rates with moderate exponential and 3D mode can activate high rates with exponential curve Dual Rates and Expos Dual Rate High Rate 5o Low Rate Aileron 15 Elevator 15 Rudder For the best flight experience we recommend flying your aircraft with the Dual Rate switched to high rate However if the control response is too great low rate is still available Y Transmitter Setup Checklist Before binding for Non computerized Tran
23. e the AS3X system moves the control surfaces in their proper direction If the control surfaces do not respond as shown do not fly the aircraft Refer to the receiver manual for more information The AS3X system will not activate until the throttle stick or trim is increased for the first time after the flight battery is connected Once the AS3X is active the control surfaces may move rapidly on the aircraft This is normal AS3X will remain active until the battery is disconnected Gain Adjustment This aircraft and receiver were rigorously tuned for various flight conditions On rare occasions you might still see oscillation Refer to Flying Tips and the Troubleshooting Guide for more informa tion about oscillation or the option for axis gain adjustment Center of Gravity CG The CG location is measured from the leading edge of the wing at the root This CG location has been determined with the recommended Li Po battery installed near the center of the battery compartment Tip You can fly your aircraft inverted to confirm CG is correct The aircraft should fly level when flying inverted at 34 throttle with little or no elevator down pressure If the aircraft CG is too far forward nose heavy significant down elevator is required to fly level If the aircraft CG is too far aft tail heavy up elevator is required to fly level 115mm 4 5 inches back from leading edge at the root EN Flying Tips and Re
24. fied with the name and address or AMA number of the owner on the inside or affixed to the outside of the model aircraft This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors g Not operate aircraft with metal blade propellers or with gaseous boosts except for helicopters operated under the provisions of AMA Document 555 h Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while using any drug which could adversely affect the pilot s ability to safely control the model i Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode or burn or any device which propels a projectile or drops any object that creates a hazard to persons or property Exceptions Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to the model aircraft during flight Rocket motors using solid propellant up to a G series size may be used provided they remain attached to the model during flight Model rockets may be flown in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code but may not be launched from model aircraft Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams AST are authorized to use devices and practices as defined within the Team AMA Program Document AMA Document 718 i Not operate a turbine powered aircraft unless in compliance with the AMA turbine regulations AMA Document 510 A 3 Model aircraft will not be flown in AMA sanctioned events air shows or model demonstrations
25. ger airplanes The outstanding control agility delivers an ultra smooth locked in feel that obeys your every command with performance that s natural feeling It s so gratifying in fact that it s as though you re the RC pilot of an expertly tuned giant scale aircraft Welcome to AS3X your parkflyer will never be the same To see what we mean go to www E fliteRC com AS3X Arming the ESC and Receiver Arming the ESC also occurs after binding as previously described but subsequent connection of a flight battery requires the steps below AS3X The AS3X system will not activate until the throttle stick or trim is increased for the first time Once the AS3X is active the control surfaces may move rapidly on the aircraft This is normal AS3X will remain active until the battery is disconnected NOTICE Due to increased servo power demands only use the 40 Amp Lite Pro Switch Mode BEC Brushless ESC EFLA1040LB V2 with the AR635 Use of any other ESC presently available may result in damage to the aircraft 1 Lower the throttle and throttle trim to lowest settings Power on the Transmitter then wait 5 seconds 2 Remove the battery hatch and install the flight battery to the hook and loop strip then connect the battery to the ESC noting proper polarity Keep the aircraft immobile on its wheels away from wind for 5 seconds If the ESC sounds a continuous double beep after the flight battery is connected recharge or replace the bat
26. harging Process 1 Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged Look at the battery to make sure it is not damaged e g swollen bent broken or punctured Attach the input cord of the charger to the appropriate power supply 12V accessory outlet When the Li Po charger has been correctly powered up there will be an approximate 3 second delay then an audible beep and the green ready LED will flash 4 the control the Amps selector so the arrow points to the charging rate required for the battery the VisionAire aircraft 2200mAh Li Po battery will charge at 2 amps DO NOT change the charge rate once the battery begins charging Move the cell selector switch to 2 cell or 3 cell depending on your battery 3 cell for included battery Connect the Balancing Lead of the Battery to the 2 cell or 3 cell charger port 4 pin charger port for your included 3 cell battery The green and red LEDs may flash during the charging process when the charger is balancing cells Balancing prolongs the life of the battery When the battery is fully charged there will be an audible beep for about 3 seconds and the green LED will shine continuously Attempting to charge an over discharged battery will cause the charger to repeatedly flash and beep indicating an error has occurred SINS 9 Always unplug the battery from the charger immediately upon completion of charging AN CAUTION Overchargi
27. he wings level and the aircraft pointed into the wind Gently lower the throttle while pulling back on the elevator to bring the aircraft down on its wheels A WARNING decrease throitle at propeller strike NOTICE If a crash is imminent reduce the throttle and trim fully Failure to do so could result in extra dam age to the airframe as well as damage to the ESC and motor NOTICE Crash damage is not covered under warranty NOTICE When you are finished flying never keep the airplane in the sun Do not store the aircraft in a hot enclosed area such as a car Doing so can dam age the foam Repairs Thanks to the Z Foam construction of this aircraft repairs to the foam can be made using virtually any adhesive hot glue regular CA epoxy etc When parts are not repairable see the Replacement Parts List for ordering by item number For a listing of all replacement and optional parts refer to the list at the end of this manual NOTICE Use of CA accelerant on your aircraft can damage paint DO NOT handle the aircraft until accelerant fully dries First Flight Preparation Remove and inspect contents Charge flight battery Read this instruction manual thoroughly Fully assemble model Install the flight battery in the aircraft once it has been fully charged Bind aircraft to your transmitter Ensure the receiver settings match your transmitter see Transmitter Setup Nap 8 Make sure linkages mo
28. i ces d tach es e Recapiti per i ricambi Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Address Phone Number Email Address United States of Sales 4105 Fieldstone Rd 800 338 4639 America Champaign Illinois 61822 USA Sales horizonhobby com Units 1 4 Ployters Rd f e Staple Tye 44 0 1279 641 097 United Kingdom ozon ODY alta Harlow Essex sales horizonhobby co uk CM18 7NS United Kingdom Christian Junge StraBe 1 49 0 4121 2655 100 Germany WEIEREN 25337 Elmshorn Germany service horizonhobby de 11 Rue Georges Charpak 33 0 1 60 18 34 90 France Horizon Hobby SAS 77127 Lieusaint France infofrance horizonhobby com e RE Room 506 No 97 Changshou Rd 86 021 5180 9868 China Figrizon Hobby China Shanghai China 200060 info horizonhobby com cn Replacement Parts Ersatzteile Pieces de rechange e Pezzi di ricambio Part Nummer Num ro Codice Description Beschreibung Description Descrizione PKZ6538 Decal Set VisionAire Dekorbogen VisionAire Planche de d calcomanies VisionAire Foglio con decalcomanie VisionAire PKZ6508 Spinner VisionAire Spinner VisionAire C ne VisionAire Ogiva VisionAire PKZ6503 Landing gear set VisionAire Fahrwerk Set VisionAire Jeu de train d atterrissage principal Set del carrello di atterraggio Vision VisionAire Aire PKZ6521 Wing amp H Tail Tube VisionA
29. ire Par kzone VisionAire Tragfl chen und Cl d aile et de stabilisateur VisionAire Ala amp tubo coda orizz VisionAire Leitwerksverbinder VisionAire PKZ6513 Hatch Set VisionAire Akkuklappe Set de trappes VisionAire Set portello VisionAire PKZ6537 SFG Set VisionAire Parkzone VisionAire SFG Set VisionAire Set de SFG VisionAire Set SFG VisionAire mE Parkzone VisionAire Ruderhorn und e T PKZ6533 Horns amp Pushrod VisionAire Gest n eset Vision Aire Tringleries et guignols VisionAire Squadrette e comandi VisionAire PKZ6567 Bare Fuse VisionAire a Einbauten Fuselage nu VisionAire Solo fusoliera VisionAire PKZ6528 Motor mount VisionAire Motorbefestigung VisionAire VisionAire Support moteur VisionAire Supporto del motore VisionAire PKZ6520 Wing Set VisionAire Tragfl chenset Aile VisionAire Set ala VisionAire PKZ6524 H Tail VisionAire EEN SEI Stabilisateur VisionAire Piani coda orizz VisionAire PKZ6525 Rudder VisionAire eee SES D rive VisionAire Timone VisionAire TU Parkzone VisionAire Akkutrager und Support de train d atterrissage TARM PKZ6529 Tray amp Gear Mount VisionAire Getriebabdeckung VisionAire VisionAire Supporto carrello amp tray VisionAire PKZ6526 Cowl VisionAire Mr AE EES Capot VisionAire Capottina motore VisionAire EFLM7225 BL10 Motor VisionAire i BERG MOIO Moteur BL10 VisionAire Motore BL10 VisionAire EFLM72252 Prop Adapter VisionAire Ace es SESCH
30. mitter the orange bind light on the receiver will turn solid and the ESC will produce a series of three ascending tones The tones indicate the ESC is armed provided the throttle stick and throttle trim are low enough to trigger arming 8 After binding the 3 LEDs blue yellow and red on the receiver will flash The flashing indicates the gain setting for each axis The quicker the flash the higher the gain setting For more information refer to the Initializing the AR635 section in the receiver manual E Remove the bind plug from the bind port Safely store the bind plug some owners attach the bind plug to their transmitter using two part loops and clips 11 The receiver should retain the binding instructions received from the transmitter until another binding is done The throttle will not arm if the transmitter s throttle control is not put at the lowest position If you encounter problems follow the binding instructions and refer to the transmitter Troubleshooting Guide for other instructions If needed contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office Installing the Battery gt SEouv dany DCH omg 1 Press the latch button A and remove the battery hatch 2 Apply the included strip of hook and loop tape to the bottom of your battery 3 For the recommended CG install the battery near the center of the com partment then press the battery onto the hook
31. mplete list of compatible transmitters A CAUTION When using a Futaba transmitter with a Spektrum DSM module you must reverse the throttle channel and rebind Refer to your Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe instructions Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel Binding Procedure Reference Table DXGi transmitters and above For non computer transmitters DX4e and DX5e refer to the receiver manual for required prebind setup Read the transmitter instructions for binding to a receiver location of transmitter s Bind control 1 Make sure the transmitter is powered off 2 Move the transmitter controls to neutral flight controls rudder elevators and ailerons or to low BIND PLUG _ positions throttle throttle trim 3 Install a bind plug in the receiver bind port 4 Connectthe flight battery to the ESC The ESC will produce a series of sounds One long tone then three short tones confirm that the LVC is set correctly for the ESC Keep the plane immobile for 5 seconds gt 1HOdS H99 LMH Lued 2 5 Theorange bind LED will begin to flash rapidly gt a D El S 6 Power on the transmitter while holding the transmitter bind button or switch Refer to your transmitter s manual for binding button or switch instructions 7 When the receiver binds to the trans
32. needed disassemble in reverse order Control Surface Centering and Installing Clevises on Control Horns Tip Turn the clevis on the linkage to change the length of the linkage between the servo arm and the control horn e Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage e Carefully spread the clevis then insert the clevis pin into the desired hole in the control horn Move the tube to hold the clevis on the control horn After binding a transmitter to the model receiver set the trims and sub trims to 0 then adjust the clevises to center the control surfaces Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings Fly the model at recommended settings before making changes The illustration shows linkage positions chosen for the most balanced aerobatic response and AS3X performance Linkage connections on the control horns directly affect aircraft response and AS3X performance den Elevator CAUTION Extreme 3D Flying is for advanced modelers Moving linkages to other positions will require gain adjustment If you increase the available travel by moving the linkage in on the control horn the gain must be reduced to prevent oscillations in flight Refer to the receiver manual for instructions Rudder Zei Transmitters ren Transmitters DX6i and mpi and Ailerons Above DX5e EN Installing SFG Technology Wing Fences 1 Carefully apply the included tape A to the wing fence base
33. ng a battery can cause a fire AN CAUTION Only use a charger specifically designed to charge a Li Po battery Failure to do so could result in fire causing injury or property damage AN CAUTION Never exceed the recommended charge rate NOTICE If using a battery other than the included Li Po battery refer to your battery manufacturer s instructions for charging Low Voltage Cutoff LVC When a Li Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell it will not hold a charge Disconnect and remove the Li Po battery from the aircraft after use to prevent The ESC protects the flight battery from over discharge using Low Voltage trickle discharge Charge your Li Po battery to about half capacity before stor Cutoff LVC Before the battery charge decreases too much LVC removes age During storage make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V power supplied to the motor Power to the motor pulses showing that some per cell battery power is reserved for flight control and safe landing When the motor pulses land the aircraft immediately and recharge the flight battery EN Transmitter and Receiver Binding Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID Globally Unique Identifier code of a single specific transmitter You need to bind your chosen Spektrum DSM2 DSMX technology equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation Please visit www bindnfly com for a co
34. others from distracting you Advanced 3D maneuvers always seem to attract a curious audience Building Your Skills Increasing your skills takes time Practice regularly and try following a plan for increasing your skills Mastering one maneuver at a time may be more beneficial than trying to learn everything all at once Always stay aware of your aircraft s performance in different conditions and attitudes What response can you consistently get from your aircraft e Set up your aircraft for consistent response in all attitudes and flight conditions where you choose to fly Not all challenges are due to the equipment just as not all challenges are due to the pilot s skills e f you feel you reach a plateau in your skills see if you have built the right habits in the fundamentals of 3D flying Play to your strengths and the strengths of your aircraft while minimizing reliance on areas of Weakness e Know yourself and your equipment well enough so you can confidently take on greater challenges Push yourself but avoid pushing past your aircraft s performance envelope e Seek fun ways to safely share your enjoyment of 3D flying When you feel you are ready you might want to try to reduce the gain to zero turn off the AS3X system and see how you do You may want to master the Harrier first an essential maneuver used to enter and exit other 3D maneuvers Advanced 3D Maneuvers em The aircraft flies forward slowly in
35. otor wire colors with the ESC wires The propeller size numbers 12 x 4 must face out from the motor for correct propeller operation Atool is required to tighten the lock nut on the collet Not all wiring shown EN AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1 2011 A GENERAL A model aircraft is a non human carrying aircraft capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport recreation and or competition All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and any additional rules specific to the flying site 1 Model aircraft will not be flown a In a careless or reckless manner b At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited 2 Model aircraft pilots will a Yield the right of way to all man carrying aircraft b See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when appropriate AMA Document 540 D See and Avoid Guidance c Not fly higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level within three 3 miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator d Not interfere with operations and traffic patterns at any airport heliport or seaplane base except where there is a mixed use agreement e Not exceed a takeoff weight including fuel of 55 pounds unless in compliance with the AMA Large Model Aircraft program AMA Document 520 A f Ensure the aircraft is identi
36. pairs Range Check your Radio System Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a flying location Perform a range check with your radio system We recommend flying your ParkZone VisionAire aircraft outside in no greater than moderate winds Always avoid flying near houses trees wires and buildings You should also be careful to avoid flying in areas where there are many people such as busy parks schoolyards or soccer fields Understanding Oscillation Once the AS3X system is active after advancing the throttle for the first time you will normally see the control surfaces react to aircraft movement In some flight conditions you may see oscillation the aircraft rocks back and forth on one axis due to overcontrol If oscillation occurs decrease airspeed Ensure the aircraft is in General Flight mode for higher airspeeds If oscillation persists refer to the Troubleshooting Guide for more information Takeoff Place the aircraft in position for takeoff facing into the wind Set the flight mode Channel 5 to General Flight and gradually increase the throttle to 3 4 to full and steer with the rudder Pull back gently on the elevator and climb to a comfortable altitude Flying Before activating 3D mode fly the airplane and trim it for level flight at 3 4 throttle After landing adjust the linkages mechanically to account for trim changes and then reset the trims to neutral Before changing flight modes ensure the aircraf
37. r questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call 877 504 0233 toll free to speak to a Product Support representative Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton Please note that original boxes may be included but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility An Online Service Request is available at http www horizonhobby com content service center render service center If you do not have internet access please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service When calling Horizon you will be asked to provide your complete name street address email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours When sending product into Horizon please include your RMA number a list of the included items
38. receiver manual then fly Problem Aircraft will not re spond to throttle but responds to other controls Extra propeller noise or extra vibration Reduced flight time or aircraft under powered Aircraft will not Bind during binding to transmitter Possible Cause Throttle not at idle and or throttle trim too high Solution Reset controls with throttle stick and throttle trim at lowest setting Throttle servo travel is lower than 100 Make sure throttle servo travel is 100 or greater Throttle channel is reversed Reverse throttle channel on transmitter Motor disconnected from ESC Damaged propeller and spinner collet or motor Make sure motor is connected to the ESC Replace damaged parts Propeller is out of balance Balance or replace propeller Prop nut is too loose Tighten the prop nut Spinner is not tight or fully seated in place Flight battery charge is low Tighten the spinner or remove the spinner and turn it 180 degrees Completely recharge flight battery Propeller installed backwards Install propeller with numbers facing forward Flight battery damaged Replace flight battery and follow flight battery instructions Flight conditions may be too cold Make sure battery is warm before use Battery capacity too low for flight conditions Transmitter too near aircraft during binding process Replace battery or use a larger capacity battery Move powered tran
39. rms and Conditions found on our website http www horizonhobby com content service center render service center NOTICE Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership If non compliant product is received by Horizon for service it will be returned unserviced at the sole expense of the purchaser Contact Information Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Address Phone Number Email Address 4105 Fieldstone Rd 877 504 0233 Boch d See Champaign Illinois Online Repair Request United States of 9 61822 USA visit www horizonhobby com service America i Horizon Product Support iii 877 504 0233 All other products 61 352 US A productsupport horizonhobby com Units 1 4 Ployters Rd Staple Tye 2 SR 44 0 1279 641 097 United Kingdom Horizon Hobby Limited Harlow Essex CM18 7NS sales horizonhobby co uk United Kingdom Christian Junge StraBe 1 49 0 4121 2655 100 Germany Horizon Technischer Service 25337 Elmshorn service horizonhobby de Germany e 11 Rue Georges Charpak 33 0 1 60 18 34 90 Horizon Hobby SAS 77127 Lieusaint France infofrance horizonhobby com Room 506 No 97 Changshou Rd 86 021 5180 9868 China ORIZON HODOV Shanghai China 200060 info horizonhobby com cn Compliance Information for the European Union Declaration of Conformity in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 No HH2012092701 Product s PKZ VisionAire BNF
40. smitter a few feet from aircraft disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal ob ject wireless source or another transmitter Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again The bind plug is not installed correctly in the bind port Install bind plug in bind port and bind the aircraft to the transmitter Flight battery transmitter battery charge is too low Replace recharge batteries Bind switch or button not held long enough during bind process Power off transmitter and repeat bind process Hold transmitter bind button or switch until receiver is bound EN Problem Aircraft will not con nect after binding to transmitter Possible Cause Solution Transmitter too near aircraft during connecting pro Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft disconnect and reconnect Cess flight battery to aircraft Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal ob Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt connecting again ject wireless source or another transmitter Bind plug left installed in bind port Rebind transmitter to the aircraft and remove the bind plug before cycling power Select correct model memory on transmitter Aircraft bound to different model memory Model Match radios only Flight battery Transmitter battery charge is too low Transmitter may have been bound using different
41. smitters DX4e DX5e 1 Make sure the Exponential values are ON 2 Set all trims to NEUTRAL 0 3 Move the transmitter Dual Rate switch to High Rate After binding 1 Check and adjust the servos so each arm s neutral position is perpendicular or as close to 90 as possible loosen and adjust the servo arm splines on the servo only when needed DO NOT use sub trims to make fine adjustments off center sub trim will affect servo travel and AS3X operation 2 Adjust linkage lengths so the control surfaces center when the servo arm is close to perpendicular 3 Set rates in the transmitter as recommended CAUTION For safe operation always re bind the airplane after setup A is complete to ensure the failsafe is updated with the latest setup Y Transmitter Setup Checklist Before binding for Computerized Transmitters DX6i DX7 DX7se DX7s DX8 DX10t DX18 1 Choose a blank model memory with only default zero settings including trim and sub trim 2 Choose Wing Aircraft Type for single aileron servo 3 Make sure the Exponential values are set 4 Set all sub trims to NEUTRAL 0 5 Set servo travel values to 125 for Aileron Elevator and Rudder 6 Set the Dual Rate to 100 70 for Aileron Elevator and Rudder After binding 1 Check and adjust the servos so each arm s neutral position is perpendicular or as close to 90 as possible loosen
42. sponsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Do not attempt disassembly use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby Inc This manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury Age Recommendation Not for children under 14 years This is not a toy Safety Precautions and Warnings As the user of this product you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control Interference can cause momentary loss of control Always operate your model in open spaces away from full size vehicles traffic and people Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment chargers rechargeable battery packs etc Always keep all chemicals small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children Always avoid water exposure to
43. t will fly straight and level with no trim or sub trim This aircraft is extremely responsive to control input Fly in General Flight GF mode Channel 5 Position 0 until you are familiar with the aircraft s response Fly first attempts in 3D mode at high altitude and slow speeds General Flight GF and 3D flight The receiver s default gain settings for GF and 3D modes are set at the factory for safe and reliable performance AN CAUTION Flying in level forward flight and calm wind conditions above 3 4 throttle in 3D mode or long high speed dives may result in strong oscillation that can damage the aircraft If there is oscillation in either mode GF or 3D decrease throttle immediately If oscillation persists refer to the Troubleshooting Guide to adjust decrease the axis gain to stop oscillation For additional instructions on changing the gain settings refer to the receiver manual Landing For your first flights set your transmitter timer or a stopwatch to 5 minutes Adjust your timer for longer or shorter flights once you have flown the model When the motor pulses land the aircraft immediately and recharge the flight battery It is not recommended to fly the battery to LVC Make sure to land into the wind Fly the aircraft to approximately 36 inches 90 cm or less above the runway using a small amount of throttle for the entire descent Keep the throttle on until the aircraft is ready to flare During flare keep t
44. tery DO NOT connect the battery while the throttle stick is at full or the ESC will go into programming mode If a musical tone sounds after 5 seconds immediately disconnect the battery then lower the throttle Refer to the ESC manual available separately for more information 3 When power is applied to the ESC 1 The ESC will sound a series of tones refer to step 4 of the binding instructions for more information 2 An LED will light on the receiver the red blue and green gain LEDs will also flash For further explanation of the gain lights refer to the Initializing the AR635 section of the AR635 receiver manual A CAUTION Always keep hands away from the propeller When armed the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement Installing Landing Gear 1 Install the landing gear strut A with the wheels raked forward as shown 2 Install the cover B on the fuselage using 4 screws C Disassemble in reverse order EN Installing Horizontal Tail 1 Slide the horizontal tail tube A into the hole in the rear of the fuselage 2 Install the 2 piece left and right horizontal tail as shown Ensure the control horn faces down 3 Apply 8 pieces of tape B to the fuselage mounts one on the top and bottom of each half of the horizontal tail 4 Attach the clevis to the elevator control horn see instructions for clevis connection 5 When
45. unless a The aircraft control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the specific event b An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot 4 When and where required by rule helmets must be properly worn and fastened They must be OSHA DOT ANSI SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply with comparable standards 14 B RADIO CONTROL 1 All pilots shall avoid flying directly over unprotected people vessels vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of others 2 Asuccessful radio equipment ground range check in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations will be completed before the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft 3 Atall flying sites a safety line s must be established in front of which all flying takes place AMA Document 706 Recommended Field Layout a Only personnel associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the safety line b At air shows or demonstrations a straight safety line must be established c An area away from the safety line must be maintained for spectators d Intentional flying behind the safety line is prohibited 4 RC model aircraft must use the radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission FCC Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies
46. ve freely 9 Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter 10 Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft 11 Adjust flight controls and transmitter 12 Perform a radio system Range Check 13 Find a safe and open area 14 Plan flight for flying field conditions Maintenance After Flying 1 Disconnect flight battery from ESC Required for Safety and battery life 2 Power off transmitter 3 Remove flight battery from aircraft 4 Recharge flight battery 12 5 Repair or replace all damaged parts 6 Store flight battery apart from aircraft and monitor the battery charge 7 Make note of flight conditions and flight plan results planning for future flights EN Guidelines for Flying 3D Getting Started This aircraft and its AS3X system were designed together to help an intermedi ate pilot apply standard flying skills to the demands of 3D flying The calmer the wind conditions the easier it is to execute maneuvers Enable the 3D setting in the AS3X system using the assigned channel 5 AUX switch on your transmitter You may want to fly low airspeed high rate maneu vers at an altitude that allows you space to escape into forward flight For your first hover attempts fly with the canopy toward you for easier orientation When you fly 3D manage your throttle smoothly but quickly respond to keep your model in the air and oriented the direction you want If desired use spotters to keep
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