Blade Nano QX BNF
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1. BNF Item Number s BLH7680 Equipment class 1 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements 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 EN61000 3 2 2006 A1 2009 A2 2009 EN61000 3 3 2008 EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 EN55022 2010 AC 2011 EN55024 2010 puc Steven A Hall Executive Vice President and Signed for and on behalf of Chief Operating Officer Horizon Hobby Inc International Operations and Champaign IL USA Risk Management Jan 07 2013 Horizon Hobby Inc Declaration of Conformity in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 No HH2013010703 Product s BLH nQX RTF Item Number s BLH7600 BLH7600M1 Equipment class 1 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements 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 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 EN 301 489 1 V1 7 1 2006 EN 301 489 17 V1 3 2 2008 EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 EN61000 3 2 2006 A1 2009 A2 2009 EN61000 3 3 2008 EN55022 2010 AC 2011 EN55024 2010 C Steven A Hall Executive Vice President and Signed for and on behalf of Chief Operating Officer Internati2. Descend i Throttle up Rudder Rudder left Elevator Elevator up Backward Aileron 4 es Aileron left Aileron right 4 in l Control Unit Function The unique Control Unit installed in your nano QX is a lightweight combination of main motor electronic speed controls ESCs mixers the SAFE sensor unit and a DSM2 DSMX receiver The 4 in 1 unit is also equipped with blue and red status indicator LEDs Before each flight ALWAYS power on the transmitter before connecting the flight battery to the 4 in 1 unit After each flight disconnect the flight battery from the 4 in 1 unit before powering off the transmitter Connecting the flight battery before powering on the transmitter can start the binding process Please see the Transmitter and Receiver Binding section of this manual for more information The 4 in 1 unit will arm the motors when the throttle stick is in the lowest possible position and the throttle trim is at the middle or a lower than middle position the middle position is indicated by a longer than usual beep tone If this is the first test flight or a test flight following repairs also center the rudder aileron and elevator trims With the transmitter turned on and the transmitter LED glowing solid RED it is safe to connect the flight battery to the 4 in 1 unit Connect the flight battery to the 4 in 1 unit After the flight battery is connect
3. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS OF 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 asserted As Horizon has no control over use setup final assembly modi fication or 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 pro vide warranty support or service Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been
4. When powered on this transmitter is automatically in stability mode and high rate Change flight modes by pressing and releasing the left control stick while the transmitter is powered on Change rates by pressing and releasing the right control stick In low rate mode the controls cannot reach their maximum values This mode is typically preferred by pilots looking for smoother easier control response during first time use In high rate mode the controls can reach their maximum values This mode is typically preferred by experienced pilots who are ready for fast forward flight and aerobatic maneuvers loops rolls etc Stability mode is shown by the flight control board on the quadcopter glowing solid blue When flown in stability mode the nano QX will limit the bank angle with full control input and return the aircraft to a neutral flight position when you release the elevator aileron stick This mode is typically preferred by pilots during first time use Agility mode is shown by the flight control board on the quadcopter glowing solid red When flown in agility mode the model will not return to a neutral flight position when you release the controls This mode is typically preferred by experienced pilots who are ready for fast forward flight and aerobatic maneuvers loops rolls etc BINE Flight Mode Selection BNF If you purchased a BNF nano the channel 6 switch on your transmitter will select flight modes Wh
5. gt E w 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 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 a 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 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 operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children withou
6. on your transmitter 3 Power off the transmitter and move the throttle stick to the down off position 4 Connect the flight battery in the quadcopter The LED on the 4 in 1 control unit flashes red during initialization then flashes blue when it is ready to bind 5 When the blue light is flashing push in and hold down the left stick while powering on the transmitter you will hear a click 6 Release the left stick The transmitter will beep and the power LED will blink 7 The quadcopter is bound when the LED on the 4 in 1 control unit is solid blue not blinking 8 Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off If you encounter problems obey binding instructions and refer to the troubleshooting guide for other instructions If needed contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office For a list of compatible DSM transmitters please visit www bindnfly com 2 SAFE Technology Revolutionary SAFE Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope technology uses an innovative combination of multi axis sensors and software that allows model aircraft to know its position relative to the horizon This spatial awareness is utilized to create a controlled flight envelope the aircraft uses to maintain a safe region of bank and pitch angles so you can fly more safely Far beyond stability this level of protection offers multiple modes so the pilot can choose to develop his or her skills with a greater de
7. started you must contact your loca distributor or Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to bette answer your 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 the toll free telephone number refer enced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is com pliant 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 32 damaged parcels as Horizon is not responsible for merchan dise 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 Non Warranty Service Should your service not be covered by warranty ser vic
8. E 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 Charger Input 5 0V 350mA 0 Output 4 2v 300mA 1 Insert the charger into a USB port The charger only uses power from the USB port it will not connect to your computer USB power supplies such as those used to charge cellular phones can also be used 2 Slide the battery into the slot on the charger and press it into the charge jack connector located at the bottom of the slot The end cap of the battery is specifically designed to allow the battery to fit into the slot one way usually with the label on the battery facing outward to prevent reverse polarity connection However check for proper alignment and polarity 7 N 3 Always disconnect the flight battery from the charger immediately upon completion of charging CAUTION Only use chargers specifically designed to charge the included Li Po battery Failure to do so could result in fire causing injury or property damage A CAUTION Never exceed the recommended charge rate LED Indications When you make the connection successfully the LED on the charger turns solid red indicating charging has begun Charging a fully discharged not over discharged 150mAh battery takes approximately 30 40 minutes The light goes out when the charge is complete CHARGING Solid Red MAX CHARGE OFF CAU
9. TION Once charging is complete immediately remove the battery Never leave a battery connected to the charger Installing the Flight Battery 2 WORE SH 1 Lower the throttle and throttle trim to the lowest settings 2 Power on the transmitter 3 Flip the quadcopter upside down and install the battery by sliding it into the battery mounting slot below the 4 in 1 control unit Slide the battery into the slots with the label facing upward so that the battery key molded into the battery end cap comes in contact with the key on the battery slot 4 Connect the battery cable to the 4 in 1 control unit matching the red mark on the battery to the red mark on the connector 5 Place the nano QX on its skids on a flat surface and leave the aircraft still until the LED on the 4 in 1 control unit is solid blue not blinking CAUTION Always disconnect the Li Po battery from the aircraft 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 Transmitter and Receiver Binding Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID Globally Unique Identifier code of a specific transmitter You need to bind your chosen Spektrum or DSM2 DSMX technology equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operat
10. able durability Be sure to read this manual before you fly to fully understand the features this tiny aircraft contains this will maximize your fun and ensure safe operation EN 4 Table of Contents First Flight Preparations es 6 i hh Flying Checklis Understanding the Primary Flight Controls Charging Warni 4 in 1 Control Unit Function Low Voltage Cutoff 7 the Nano Installing the Transmitter Batteries RTF 7 Post Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist 17 Battery Charging Exploded View Installing the Flight Battery Parts Listings Transmitter and Receiver 9 Optional Parts SAFE M TechifioloQy scere 10 Troubleshooting Guide ene Transmitter Control m Limited Warranty Flight Mode and Rate Selection RTF 12 Warranty and Service Contact Information Flight Mode Selection 12 fFOClnformation nnne rrr Transmitter Setup Table nee 13 Compliance Information for the European Union 25 Blade nano QX Features Airframe Blade nano QX Included Included Motors 6mm Brushed Installed Installed On board Electro
11. ckward Flight Spot Landings Figure 85 Skidding Takeoffs Skidding Landings Flips and Rolls TIP These are all possible with the RTF transmitter When using a computer transmitter however increase the travel beyond 100 on aileron elevator or rudder for maximum control authority Post Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning Remove dust and debris with a soft brush or Cleaning a dry lint free cloth Motors Replace the motor when the model will not fly steady or veers off when doing a climb out Wiring Make sure the wiring does not block moving parts Replace damaged wiring and loose connectors Make sure there are no loose screws other fasteners or connectors Do not over tighten metal Fasteners screws in plastic parts Tighten screws so the parts are mated together then turn screw only 1 8th of a turn more Make sure there is no damage to the propellers or other parts that move at high speed Damage to these parts includes cracks burrs chips or scratches Replace damaged parts before flying Propellers Exploded View 18 EN Parts Listings Part Description Part Description BLH7600 Nano QX RTF BLH7620G Prop CW Rotation Grn 2 nQ X BLH7600M1 Nano QX RTF Mode 1 BLH7621G Prop CCW Rotation Grn 2 nQ X BLH7680 Nano QX BNF BLH7620Y Pr
12. damaged wiring Moisture causes damage to electronics Never touch moving parts Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death 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 EN hank you for purchasing the exciting super small Blade nano The nano is packed full of advanced features that may seem in contrast to its diminutive size Despite being 18 grams the nano 0 is laden with the latest SAFE Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope technology that offers impressive flight performance with an agility mode for aerobatics and a stability mode with self leveling In stability mode you only have to control throttle the aircraft will return to a hover on its own In stability mode the bank angle is also limited making it easy to fly the aircraft without having to worry about over control In agility mode the nano is capable of flips rolls and more and the aircraft does not limit the bank angle The nano is easy to manage exciting to fly and durable enough to take the punishment Built in prop guards help prevent prop strikes so you can keep flying even if you bump into a wall direct drive motors keep operation quiet and maintenance simple and the frame is lightweight yet rigid lending the nano QX remark
13. e will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submit ting your product for service When calling Horizon you will be asked to provide your complete name street address email address and phone n business hours Whe include your RMA nu brief summary of the receipt must be inclu your name address umber where you can be reached during n sending product into Horizon please mber a list of the included items and a problem A copy of your original sales ded for warranty consideration Be sure and RMA number are clearly written on By submitting the item or service you are agreeing to pay ment of the service without notification Service estimates are available upon request item submitted for servi You must include this request with your ce Non warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of 72 hour of labor In addition you will be billed for return and cashier s checks a reight Horizon accepts money orders s well as Visa MasterCard American 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 orig inal sales receipt verifyin
14. ed place the nQX on a level surface The 4 in 1 unit status LED should glow solid BLUE within a few seconds DO NOT move sway or pretend to fly the quadcopter after connecting the flight battery This movement can stop unit initialization and SAFE calibration If the quadcopter is moved before the 4 in 1 unit status LED glows solid BLUE disconnect then connect the flight battery to the 4 in 1 unit When the 4 in 1 unit status LED glows solid BLUE the control unit is initialized and ready for flight As long as you set the throttle stick and trim to the correct positions during the initialization process the ESC or motors will be armed Use caution because after arming as propellers will turn at throttle stick input 15 Flying the nano QX After confirming the rotor blades rotate in the correct direction test the motor response controls Adjust the throttle to a low level of power where the quadcopter begins to get light on its landing skids Move the rudder stick a small amount to the right The nose of the quad copter should start to rotate to the right clockwise Move the rudder stick a small amount to the left The nose of the quadcopter should start to rotate to the left counter clockwise If the nose moves to the right please refer to the Troubleshooting Guide Move the elevator control stick forward The two REAR landing skids should lift from the floor Move the elevator control stick back
15. en the flight control board on the quadcopter is solid blue the flight mode is set to self stabilizing mode When the light is solid red the quadcopter is in agility mode See the table on the following page for specific setup information ENN Transmitter Setup Table Transmiter Model Type Stability to Agility Switch Depress Left Stick Stability to Agility TX Setup N A Dual Rate Switch Depress Right Stick Aux1 Reverse High Rate Low Rate Trainer Bind N A Rate Trainer Bind N A Rate Cycle Flaps Pos first time 0 1 each time after 1 0 1 In FLAPS Menu Set NORM FLAP to Down 20 ELEV AIL D R Cycle Flaps Pos first time 0 2 each time after 2 0 2 Trainer Bind N A In Switch Select Menu Set Flap to Inh Set Trainer to Auxi ELEV AIL D R ELEV AIL D R LED Codes Quadcopter RTF Transmitter Trainer Bind LED Color In Channel Assign Menu Go to Next Set 6 AUX1 to I ELEV AIL D R LED Status Rapid Blink Operation Bind Mode Slow Blink No Link To Transmitter Solid Stability Mode Blink Low Battery Solid Agility Mode Low Rate 9 Hi Rate Understanding the Primary Flight Controls If you are not familiar with the controls of your nano take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your first flight Throttle
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17. gree of security and flight control that always feels crisp and responsive SAFE technology delivers e Flight envelope protection you can enable at the flip of a switch Multiple modes let you adapt SAFE technology to your skill level instantly Best of all sophisticated SAFE technology doesn t require any work to enjoy Every aircraft with SAFE installed is ready to use and optimized to offer the best possible flight experience FIySAFERC com EN RTF Transmitter Control Bind Flight mode mise selection When pressed down trim buttons make a sound that increases or decreases in pitch at each pressing The middle neutral trim position is heard as a middle tone in the pitch range of the sounds The end of the control range is sounded by a series of beeps Power LED Aileron Left Right Throttle Aileron ON OFF Rudder Eleva Rudder Left Right flight mode Throttle Up Down Trim Trim Switch Trim tor Trim Elevator Up Down indicator Power LED Aileron Left Right Eleva Aileron ON OFF Rudder Throttle Rudder Left Right flight mode Elevator Up tor Trim Trim Switch Trim Trim Throttle Up Down indicator Down RTF Flight Mode and Rate Selection RTF The nano QX RTF model comes with the Blade MLP4DSM transmitter This transmitter s flight mode selection feature lets the pilot change between stability mode and agility mode
18. ies in extremely hot or cold places recommended between 40 120 F or 5 49 C or place in direct sunlight Low Voltage Cutoff LVC When a Li Po battery is discharged below 3V the battery may become damaged and may no longer accept a charge The nano QX 4 in 1 control unit protects the flight battery from over discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff LVC Before the bat tery charge decreases too much LVC becomes active Power to the motors decrease and the LED on the 4 in 1 control unit blinks showing some battery power is reserved for flight control and safe landing When the motor power decreases please land the aircraft immediately and recharge the flight battery Disconnect and remove the Li Po battery from the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge During storage make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V NOTICE Repeated flying to LVC will damage the battery Installing the Transmitter Batteries RTF Install 4 AA batteries into the transmitter noting polarity Replace the transmitter batteries when the power LED flashes and the transmitter beeps Battery Charging Your aircraft comes with a 1S 3 7V DC Li Po battery charger and 15 3 7V 150mAh 25C Li Po battery SLD ED LED Refer to the charging warnings It is recommended Ens ae to charge the battery pack while you are inspecting the aircraft The flight battery will be required to confirm proper aircraft operation in future steps NOTIC
19. ion If you purchased an RTF model the transmitter is bound to the model at the factory To bind or re bind your nano to your chosen transmitter please follow the directions below General Binding Procedure 1 Disconnect the flight battery from the quadcopter 2 Select a clean model memory on your transmitter computer radios only 3 Select Acro or Airplane model type on your transmitter 4 Make sure all servo reversing is set to Normal on your transmitter 5 Center all trims on your transmitter 6 Power off the transmitter and move all switches to the 0 position Move the throttle to the low off position 7 Connect the flight battery in the quadcopter The blue LED on the 4 in 1 control unit flashes after 5 seconds 8 Put the transmitter into bind mode while powering on the transmitter 9 Release the bind button switch after 2 3 seconds The quadcopter is bound when the blue LED on the 4 in 1 control unit turns solid 10 Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off CAUTION When using a Futaba transmitter with a Spektrum DSM2 DSMX 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 EN MLP4DSM Binding Procedure 1 Disconnect the flight battery from the quadcopter 2 Center all trims
20. nd repeat bind process Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object wireless source or another transmitter Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again LED on the receiver flashes rapidly and the nano QX will not respond to the transmitter after binding Less than a 5 second wait between first powering on the transmitter and connecting the flight battery to the nano QX Leave the transmitter powered on Discon nect and reconnect the flight battery to the nano QX The nano QX is bound to a different model memory ModelMatch trans mitters only Select the correct model memory on the transmitter Disconnect and reconnect the flight battery to the nano QX Flight battery or transmitter battery charge is too low Replace or recharge batteries Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large metal object wireless source or another transmitter Move aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt connecting again Crashes immediately upon lift off Propellers in wrong locations or incorrect flight mode selected 2 Make necessary adjustments Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon warrants to the original purchas er 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 n
21. nics 4 in 1 mixer ESCs Gyro Installed Installed Battery 150mAh 15 3 7V 25C Li Po Included Included Charger 1S USB Li Po Charger 350 mAh Included Included Transmitter MLP4DSM Included Required Blade nano QX Specifications Length 5 51 in 140mm Flying Weight 63oz 18g Height 1 18 in 30mm To register your product online visit www bladehelis com Propeller Diameter 1 97 in 50mm 5 LL EN First Flight Preparation Remove and inspect contents Begin charging the flight battery e Install the flight battery in the quadcopter once it has been fully charged Program your computer transmitter Bind your transmitter Familiarize yourself with the controls e Find a suitable area for flying Charging Warnings Flying Checklist J Always turn the transmitter on first 1 Plug the flight battery into the lead from the 4 in 1 control unit Allow the 4 in 1 control unit to initialize and arm properly the model the model CiUnplug the flight battery from the 4 in 1 control unit Always turn the transmitter off last The Battery Charger EFLC1008 included with your quadcopter has been designed to safely charge the Li Po battery 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
22. o uk 44 0 1279 641 097 Units 1 4 Ployters Rd Staple Tye Harlow Essex CM18 7NS United Kingdom Germany Horizon Technischer Service Sales Horizon Hobby GmbH service horizonhobby de 49 0 4121 2655 100 Christian Junge StraBe 1 25337 Elmshorn Germany France Service Parts Sales Horizon Hobby SAS infofrance horizonhobby com 33 0 1 60 18 34 90 11 Rue Georges Charpak 77127 Lieusaint France China Service Parts Sales Horizon Hobby China FCC Information info horizonhobby com cn 86 021 5180 9868 Room 506 No 97 Changshou Rd Shanghai China 200060 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 and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2 400GHz to 2 4835GHz frequency range 24 Compliance Information for the European Union Declaration of Conformity in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 No HH2013010704 Product s
23. onal Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA Jan 07 2013 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 recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and make sure 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 25 N 2013 Horizon Hobby Inc Blade E flite SAFE AS3X DSM2 DSMX Bind N Fly the BNF logo ModelMatch and the Horizon Hobby logo 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 or logos are property of their respective owners Patents pending Created 06 13 38669 2 BLH7600
24. op CW Rotation Yel 2 nQ X 1 BLH7639 Main Frame nQ X BLH7621Y Prop CCW Rotation Yel 2 nQ X 2 BLH7614 Green Canopy nQ X EFLC1008 1S USB Li Po Charger 350mA nQ X 2 BLH7614A Yellow Canopy nQ X EFLB1501S25 150mAh 1 Cell 3 7V 25c LiPo 3 BLH7603 Motor CW Rotation nQ X EFLH1064 B MLP4DSM 4CH Transmitter 2 4GHz 4 BLH7604 Motor CCW Rotation nQ X Mode 2 5 BLH7601 4 in 1 Control Unit nQ X EFLH10641 MLP4DSM 4CH Transmitter 2 4GHz 6 BLH7620 Prop CW Rotation 2 nQ X Mode 1 7 BLH7621 Prop CCW Rotation Blk 2 nQ X Optional Parts Description Description EFLC1006 Celectra 1S 3 7v Variable Rate DC Li Po DX7s DSMX 7 Channel Transmitter Only Charger DX8 DSMX 8 Channel Transmitter Only DX5e DSMX 5 Channel Transmitter Only DX18 DSMX 18 Channel Transmitter DX6i DSMX 6 Channel Transmitter Only Only 19 AEN Troubleshooting Guide Problem Nano QX control response is inconsistent or requires extra trim to neutralize movement Possible Cause Aircraft not initialized on a level sur face Battery not correctly placed in battery slot Solution Disconnect the flight battery center the control trim and re initialize the quadcopter Adjust battery position so quadcopter bal ances in the center of the frame Nano QX will not respond to throttle Nano QX does not function and smells burnt after con necting the flight battery Throttle too high and or throttle t
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26. rim is too high Reset controls with the throttle stick and throttle trim at the lowest setting nano QX moved during initialization Disconnect the flight battery and re initialize the nano QX while keeping the quadcopter from moving Throttle channel is reversed Flight battery connected with the wrong polarity Disconnect flight battery reverse the throttle channel on the transmitter recconnect flight battery Replace the 4 in 1 board Connect the flight battery noting proper polarity Nano QX has reduced flight time or is underpowered Flight battery charge is low Completely recharge the flight battery Inadequate power to flight battery charger Use a different USB power source for the charger Flight battery is damaged Flight conditions might be too cold Replace the flight battery and follow the flight battery instructions Make sure the battery is warm room tem perature before use ENN Problem LED on receiver flashes rapidly and aircraft will not respond to transmitter during binding Possible Cause Transmitter too near aircraft during binding process Bind switch or button was not held while transmitter was powered on Solution Power off the transmitter Move the trans mitter a larger distance from the aircraft Disconnect and reconnect the flight battery to the aircraft Follow the binding instruc tions Power off transmitter a
27. risks associated with lithium batteries f at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell discontinue use immediately 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 Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40 120 5 49 C Do not store battery or model in a car or direct sunlight 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 Always disconnect the battery after charging and let the charger cool between charges e Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED CHARGE LI PO BATTERIES Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger may cause a 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 charge damaged batteries Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger Never allow minors to charge battery packs Never charge batter
28. section of this manual If the nose of the nano 0 rotates to the left or right adjust the rudder trim If the nano QX continually drifts forward or backward adjust the elevator trim If the nano continually drifts to the left or right adjust the aileron trim Continue making minor trim adjustments until the machine hovers at a low altitude with very little drifting and directional control input If the nano is your first multicopter or helicopter seek the help of an experienced pilot to trim the model for you before making your first flight With your nano properly trimmed and maintaining a stable low level hover practice using the rudder elevator and aileron controls to familiarize yourself with the machine s responses to control inputs Remember to keep the control inputs as minimal as possible EN When comfortable with low level hovering you can transition to hovering and flying the nano at higher altitudes of three to four feet At these higher altitudes you will become comfortable with the flight characteristics of the aircraft Don t be afraid to set the nano down on the ground quickly by lowering the throttle when approaching walls or other obstacles to help prevent propeller strikes Once you have gained experience and confidence in hovering the nano QX you can attempt more advanced maneuvers including Forward Flight Pirouettes Circuits Circles Ba
29. t direct adult supervision Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by 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 CEN XS 3 Safety Precautions and Warnings Always keep a safe distance in all directions around Never operate your model with low transmitter your model to avoid collisions or injury This model is batteries controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from Always keep aircraft in sight and under control many sources outside your control Interference can Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike 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 P i beh and anything e Always let parts cool after use before touching Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not e Always remove batteries after use specifically designed and protected for this purpose Never operate aircraft with
30. ward The two FRONT landing skids should lift from the floor Move the aileron stick right The two LEFT landing skids should lift from the floor Move the aileron stick left The two RIGHT landing skids should lift from the floor When rotors turn correctly and respond correctly to controls your nano is ready for its first flight First Flight Increase the throttle until the model is approximately 2 ft 600mm off the ground in a low level hover and concentrate on balancing the throttle stick s position so that the nano QX holds a steady hover altitude In some cases you may need to make a few short hops to an altitude of just a few inches until you become familiar with the control inputs and trim settings required to maintain a steady hover and altitude The nano QX requires minor throttle adjustments to maintain its altitude in hover Remember to keep these throttle adjustments as minimal as possible Large adjustments could result in a loss of control and or a possible crash While attempting to establish a low level hover check to see if any trim adjustments are required to help keep the nano QX from constantly drifting in various directions If you find that it constantly drifts without any directional control input land the model before making any adjustments to the trim settings Additional details regarding the location and function of the trim buttons are in the Understanding the Primary Flight Controls
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