Blade 330S Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
NOTICE
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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.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of 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 without direct
adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. 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
• 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 all equipment not specifically designed and
protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.
• Always engage throttle hold before approaching the aircraft.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious
injury or even death.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace a Spektrum component found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from
Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and
warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike.
• 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.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.
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Box Contents
• Blade 330 S
• 3S 11.1V 2200mAh 30C IC3 Smart Li-Po Battery (RTF Only) (SPMX22003S30)
• DC Li-Po Balancing Smart Charger (RTF Only) (SPMXC1020)
• Spektrum DXS Transmitter (RTF Only) (SPMR1010)
• 4 AA Batteries (RTF Only)
Table of Contents
First Flight Preparation ....................................................................................... 4
Flying Checklist .................................................................................................. 4
Charging Warnings ............................................................................................. 4
Battery Charging ............................................................................................... 4
Installing the DXS Transmitter Batteries (RTF) ..................................................... 5
DXS Transmitter Control (RTF) ............................................................................ 5
Transmitter Setup Table (BNF) ............................................................................ 6
LED Indicator on Flight Controller ....................................................................... 6
SMART Throttle (BNF Only) ................................................................................. 6
Installing the Flight Battery ................................................................................. 7
Transmitter and Receiver Binding ....................................................................... 7
SAFE Technology ................................................................................................8
Flight Mode and Rate Selection .......................................................................... 8
Panic Recovery .................................................................................................. 8
Throttle Hold ...................................................................................................... 8
Control Tests ...................................................................................................... 9
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) .................................................................................. 10
Electronic Speed Controller Governor Operation .............................................. 10
Specifications
Length
Height
Main Rotor Diameter
27.7 in (655mm)
8.8 in (223mm)
28.5 in (721mm)
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls........................................................ 10
Pre-Flight Checklist ......................................................................................... 11
Flying the Blade 330 S Helicopter ..................................................................... 11
Gyro Gain Adjustment ....................................................................................... 11
Tail Belt Tension .............................................................................................. 11
Post-Flight Inspections and Maintenance ......................................................... 12
Advanced Tuning (Forward Programming) ........................................................ 12
Advanced Tuning (Non-Forward Programming) ................................................. 13
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................................................... 14
Limited Warranty .............................................................................................. 15
Warranty and Service Contact Information ........................................................ 16
FCC Information ............................................................................................... 16
IC Information .................................................................................................. 16
Compliance Information for the European Union ............................................... 16
Exploded View ............................................................................................ 62–63
Parts List....................................................................................................64–65
Optional Parts ............................................................................................ 66–67
Tail Rotor Diameter
Flying Weight
6 in (152mm)
30.4 oz (773 g)
Components
Airframe
Motor
Receiver
Flight Controller
ESC
Battery
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Blade® 330 S
440X Brushless Outrunner, 4200Kv (EFLH1360HA)
Serial Telemetry Receiver (SPM4651T)
Helicopter Flybarless Flight Control (SPMFC6250HX)
Smart 30-Amp (SPMXAE1030)
3S 11.1V 2200mAh Smart 30C Li-Po IC3® (SPMX22003S30)
Charger
Transmitter
Swash Servos
Tail Servo
S120 USB-C Smart Charger (RTF Only) (SPMXC1020)
Spektrum DXS Transmitter (RTF Only) (SPMR1010)
Spektrum H3055 Mid-Torq Ultra-Speed Micro Heli Cyclic
Servo
Spektrum H3065 Mid-Torq Ultra-Speed Micro Heli Tail
Servo
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First Flight Preparation
Flying Checklist
• Remove and inspect contents
• Begin charging the flight battery
• Install the flight battery in the helicopter (once it has been fully charged)
• Program your computer transmitter
• Bind your transmitter (BNF only)
• Familiarize yourself with the controls
• Find a suitable area for flying
Charging Warnings
The Battery Charger (SPMXC1020) included with your helicopter has been designed
to safely charge the Li-Po battery.
NOTICE: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling
of Li-Po batteries can result in a fire, personal injury and/or property damage.
• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery, you assume all risks
associated with lithium batteries.
• If 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–
120º F (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.
Battery Charging
The recommended battery for the Blade® 330 S, included with the RTF version, is
an 11.1V, 3200mAh 3S 30C Smart Technology LiPo battery with an IC3® connector (SPMX32003S30). If using a different battery, the battery should be of similar
capacity, dimensions and weight to fit in the fuselage. The aircraft electronic speed
control is equipped with an IC3 device connector. Ensure the battery chosen is
compatible. Always ensure the model balances at the recommended center of
gravity (CG) with the chosen battery. Follow your chosen battery and battery charger instructions to charge the flight battery.
RTF Smart Technology Battery and S120 Charger, Specications
and Operation
The Spektrum S120 SMART Technology battery charger included with the RTF version of the aircraft is compatible only with Spektrum SMART 2-3 cell LiPo batteries
or 6-7 cell NiMH batteries. It is not compaptible with any other battery chemistries
or non-SMART batteries.
A USB power supply is required for use. A USB-C QC type power supply is recommended for the fastest charge times.
S120 Specications
Input USB Type C, power supply not included
Input Voltage 5V-12V
Charge Power 18W max (dependant on power supply)
Compatible USB Power Adaptor
Battery Connector IC3® and balance connector
Battery Types LiPo, NiMH (Spektrum SMART Batteries only)
Cell Count 2-3 cell LiPo, 6-7 cell NiMH
Max Output Voltage 13.05V
Max Output Current Up to 2A
USB-C port LED Indicator
5V/1A, 5V/2A, USB Quick Charge (QC)
2.0/3.0
Balance Port
IC3 Charge Port
❏ Always turn the transmitter on first
❏ Plug the flight battery into the lead from the ESC
❏ Allow the ESC to initialize and arm properly
❏ Fly the model
❏ Land the model
❏ Unplug the flight battery from the ESC
❏ Always turn the transmitter off last
• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• 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 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 batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between
40–120° F or 5–49° C) or place in direct sunlight.
To charge the included flight battery:
1. Using the supplied Type-C USB cable, connect the S120 charger to a USB
power supply (not included).
2. Insert the Spektrum SMART
Battery IC3 connector (A) into the
charger IC3 port, and insert the
battery balance lead (B) into the
charger balance port. Both the
IC3 and balance connectors must
be connected for the charging
process to begin. The battery may
be disconnected from the charger
at any time to stop the charging
process.
IMPORTANT: SMART NiMH batteries do not have a balance connector.
3. Disconnect the IC3 and balance connectors when the charge and balance
cycles are complete, as indicated by the LED.
4. The LED indicator will glow solid red to indicate a charging error. Follow the
operation steps to ensure proper connection is used to charge the battery.
Refer to the LED indicator table for charger status.
IMPORTANT: Connecting a non-SMART battery will cause a charge error and the
S120 will not recognize or charge the battery.
LED Indicator
Power On
LiPo: Purple LED
NiMH: Yellow LED
Charge Complete Green LED (Solid)
Error Red LED (Solid)
USB 5V: White LED
USB Quick Charge 2.0/3.0: Blue LED
Less Than 25% Single Flash
25% – 75% Double Flash
76% – 99% Triple Flash
A
Battery Capacity
B
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Installing the DXS Transmitter Batteries (RTF)
The LED indicator flashes and the transmitter beeps progressively faster as the
battery voltage drops.
Replace the transmitter batteries when the transmitter begins to beep.
CAUTION: NEVER remove the transmitter batteries while the model is
powered on. Loss of model control, damage or injury may occur.
CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge only rechargeable
batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries
to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to national regulations.
DXS Transmitter Control (RTF)
A B C D E F G
Mode 1
Mode 2
Aileron (Left/Right)
Throttle (Up/Down)
Aileron (Left/Right)
Elevator (Up/Down)
Bind/Panic Switch
Fli ght Mode Switch
0 = Stability Mode (NORM)
1 = Intermediate Mode (FM1)
2 = Agility Mode (FM2)
Flight Battery level Indicator
Throttle Trim Aileron Trim ON/OFF Switch Rudder Trim Elevator Trim
Elevator Trim Aileron Trim ON/OFF Switch Rudder Trim Throttle Trim
LED Indicator
G
Rudder (Left/Right)
Elevator (Up/Down)
Rudder (Left/Right)
Throttle (Up/Down)
Throttle Hold
Du al Rate Switch
A
F
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Battery Voltage Level
The included DXS transmitter includes a new flight battery voltage level indicator
feature.
LED SMART Battery voltage indication is based on current voltage and will change
with throttle/power usage. When throttle is increased, voltage drops, causing the
bars to indicate lower power (e.g., fewer LEDs solid or flashing.) When the throttle
is lowered to idle/off, the bars recover (e.g., more LEDs solid or flashing). LED bars
will rise and lower depending on throttle/power usage.
The SMART Battery low voltage alarm sounds when the ESCs are close to reaching
low voltage cutoff. The alarm will sound for 25 seconds. If the throttle is lowered to
allow voltage recovery, the alarm will stop early. Land the aircraft when the alarm
sounds.
After landing, reset the SMART Battery low voltage warning by either (1) powering
cycling the DXS transmitter, or (2) disconnecting the battery from the aircraft for
more than 15 seconds or until the LED voltage indication bars go out.
Connect a fully charged battery to the aircraft, which will ensure the SMART Battery low voltage warning resets prior to the next flight.
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Transmitter Setup Table (BNF)
DX6e, DX6, DX7, DX8, DX9, DX18, DXs0, iX12, iX20, NX6, NX8, NX10
SYSTEM SETUP
Model Type HELI
Swash Type Normal
F-Mode Setup
Switch 1 Switch B
Switch 2 Inhibit
Hold Switch Switch H
0 1
Channel Assign
Channel Input Cong
1 Throttle
2 Aileron
3 Elevator
4 Rudder
5 Gear F-Mode
6 Collective
7 AUX 2
Frame Rate
11ms
DSMX
Panic Mode Operation
Bind / I Button
Pressed = Panic Mode On
Released = Panic Mode Off
FUNCTION LIST
Servo Setup
Chan Travel Reverse
THR 100/100 Normal
AIL 100/100 Normal
ELE 100/100 Normal
RUD 100/100 Normal
GER 100/100 Normal
D/R & Expo Throttle Curve
Chan Sw (F) Pos D/R Expo Sw (B) Pos Pt 1 Pt 2 Pt 3 Pt 4 Pt 5
0 100/100 +25 N 0 65 65 65 65
AILE
ELEV
RUDD
Gyro
Timer
Mode Count Down
Time 5:00v
Start Throttle Out
Over 25%
One Time Inhibit
1 100/100 +25 1 80 80 80 80 80
2 75/75 +25 2 100 100 100 100 100
0 100/100 +25 Pitch Curve
1 100/100 +25 Sw (B) Pos Pt 1 Pt 2 Pt 3 Pt 4 Pt 5
2 75/75 +25 N 30 40 50 75 100
0 100/100 +25 1 0 25 50 75 100
1 100/100 +25 2 0 25 50 75 100
2 75/75 +25 HOLD 25 37 50 75 100
Inhibit
Chan Travel Reverse
PIT 100/100 Normal
AX2 100/100 Normal
AX3 100/100 Normal
AX4 100/100 Normal
Mixing
Normal
Channels -I- > Ger
P-Mix 1
Rate 0/–125
Offset 100
Switch Switch I
Position 0 1
LED Indicator on Flight Controller
LED Indicator on FC Indicator Description
Slow Green Flash Ready to Fly
Slow Red Flash
Slow Blue Flash
Yellow Flash (during calibration) Calibration proceeding normally
Red Flash
(during calibration) Calibration Error, FC not level or is being moved during calibration
SMART Throttle (BNF Only)
The new line of Spektrum ESCs feature a telemetry function called SMART Throttle.
SMART Throttle technology combines the throttle signal with telemetry data from
the ESC on one normal three wire servo connector.
SMART Throttle ESCs can send current, voltage, ESC temp, and mAh consumed.
They can also pass along battery data from compatible Spektrum SMART batteries. SMART Throttle telemetry data shows up on your transmitter like any other
telemetry sensor.
For SMART Throttle to function you must have a SMART Throttle ESC paired with
a SMART Throttle telemetry receiver, and a Spektrum DSMX transmitter with
telemetry. Only certain Spektrum products include SMART technology compatibility, check your receiver and ESC manual for more information. An update for your
transmitter may be required for SMART features.
(See www.spektrumrc.com to register and update your transmitter.)
To activate SMART Telemetry:
1. Keep the vehicle powered on after binding the transmitter to the receiver.
2. Scroll to the Telemetry screen.
3. Scroll to Settings.
4. Select Auto Config.
Failsafe Active
Forward Programming Mode
To activate Speed infomation using SMART Telemetry:
5. After doing the initial SMART telemetry configuration,
keep the vehicle powered on.
6. Scroll to the Telemetry screen.
7. Scroll to SMART ESC and double select.
8. Scroll down to NEXT.
9. Enter the values for the magnetic pole count of the motor and the gear ratio
(motor and gear ratio information can be found in the manual for your vehicle).
When the radio is on and connected to a receiver sending SMART Data, the SMART
Logo will appear under the battery logo on the home page and a signal bar will
appear in the top left corner of the screen. Scrolling down, past the servo monitor,
the SMART screens will appear. Select either ESC, battery, or both for display to
suit your preference.
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Installing the Flight Battery
1. Lower the throttle.
2. Power on the transmitter.
3. Center all trims.
4. To allow the ESC to arm and to keep rotors from initiating at startup, turn on
throttle hold and normal flight mode before connecting the flight battery.
5. Attach hook material to the helicopter frame and loop material to the battery.
6. Install the flight battery on the helicopter frame. Secure the flight battery with a
hook and loop strap. Connect the battery cable to the ESC.
CAUTION: Make sure the flight battery, wire and connector does not
come into contact with the motor. Failure to do so will cause the motor,
ESC and battery to overheat, resulting in a crash causing property damage
and injury.
7. The swashplate will center, indicating that the unit is ready. The flight controller
status LED will display a slow green flash once initialization has been
completed.
8. The helicopter motor will emit a series of tones, indicating the ESC is armed.
CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po battery from the ESC power lead
when not flying to avoid over-discharging the battery. Batteries
discharged below 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 single specific transmitter. You need to ‘bind’
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your chosen Spektrum™ DSM2®/DSMX® technology equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation.
Binding Procedure
1. Program your transmitter using the Transmitter Setup found in this manual.
2. Connect the flight battery to the ESC.
3. Press the bind button on the remote receiver to initiate binding. The orange LED on the receiver will begin flashing rapidly to indicate bind mode.
4. Move the throttle stick to the low throttle position in normal mode.
5. Follow the procedures of your specific transmitter to enter bind mode. The system will connect within a few seconds. Once connected, the orange LED on the
receiver will come on solid orange.
6. Disconnect the flight battery.
If you encounter problems, obey binding instructions and refer to transmitter troubleshooting guide for other instructions.
If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.
RTF
1. Lower the throttle stick to the lowest position. Set all trims to the center position.
2. Power off the transmitter.
3. Connect the flight battery to the ESC, and press the bind button on the remote receiver.
4. Press and hold the Bind Switch while powering on the transmitter.
5. The transmitter will beep and the LED will blink. Release the Bind Switch.
6. The helicopter is bound when the LED on the receiver control unit is solid and the transmitter emits 3 rapid, high-pitch tones.
7. 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.
Your RTF transmitter comes prebound to the model. If you need to re-bind, follow the directions below.
If the transmitter emits 2 low-pitch tones, the binding procedure was not successful and should be attempted again.
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