Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
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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.
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)
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.
Cell Count 2-3 cell LiPo, 6-7 cell NiMH
Max Output Voltage 13.05V
Max Output Current Up to 2A
USB-C portLED 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 CompleteGreen LED (Solid)
ErrorRed 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.
Throttle TrimAileron TrimON/OFF SwitchRudder TrimElevator Trim
Elevator TrimAileron TrimON/OFF SwitchRudder TrimThrottle Trim
LED Indicator
G
Rudder (Left/Right)
Elevator (Up/Down)
Rudder (Left/Right)
Throttle (Up/Down)
Throttle Hold
Du al Rate Switch
A
F
E
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.
(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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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 can use 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 degree of security and flight control that always feels crisp
and responsive.
Flight Mode and Rate Selection
SAFE technology delivers:
• 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.
FlySAFERC.com
In Stability Mode the bank angle is limited. When the cyclic stick is released the
model will return to level.
In Intermediate Mode the bank angle is not limited. When the cyclic stick is
released the model will not return to level. This mode is great for learning forward
flight and basic aerobatics such as stall turns and loops.
Panic Recovery
If you get into distress while flying in any mode, activate the panic function and
move the control sticks to their neutral position. SAFE technology will immediately
return the aircraft to an upright level attitude, if the aircraft is at a sufficient height
with no obstacles in its path. Return the collective stick to 50% and deactivate the
Panic Recovery Function to return to the current flight mode.
Throttle Hold
Throttle hold only turns off the motor on an electric helicopter. You maintain pitch
and direction control.
The blades will spin if throttle hold is OFF. For safety, turn throttle hold ON any time
you need to touch the helicopter or check the direction controls.
In Agility Mode the bank angle is not limited. When the cyclic stick is released the
model will not return to level. This mode is great for 3D aerobatics such as stationary flips and tic tocs.
Change rates in any mode by moving the two-position dual rate switch.
• Low rate reduces the control rates, providing an easier to fly model.
Beginners should use low rate for initial flights.
• High rate provides full control and should be used by intermediate
and experience pilots.
NOTICE: Before deactivating Panic Recovery , make sure the collective stick has
been returned to the 50% position. Once the Panic Recovery has been deactivated, full negative collective becomes available, which could cause the 330 S
Smart to descend rapidly.
• This mode is intended to provide the pilot with the confidence to continue to
improve their flight skills.
• Move the collective stick to 50% and return all other transmitter controls to
neutral for the quickest recovery.
• Once the model has reached a level upright attitude, the negative collective is
reduced to prevent the user from pushing the model into the ground.
Throttle hold is also used to turn off the motor if the helicopter is out of control, in
danger of crashing, or both.
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Control Tests
CAUTION: You must complete the Tail Rotor and Cyclic tests prior to every flight. Failure to complete the tests and ensuring the sensor corrects in the proper
direction can cause the helicopter to crash, resulting in property damage and injury.
Tail Rotor
1. Power on the transmitter.
2. Turn TH HOLD ON and put transmitter in normal mode.
3. Connect the flight battery to the ESC.
4. Once initialization is complete the LED on the FC6250HX will begin flashing
green.
Cyclic
It is normal for the swashplate to slowly move back to its original position
after a stick input and for the servos to not move at the same speed as your
control sticks.
5. Move the rudder stick to the right. The pitch
slider on the tail shaft should move toward
the tail case. If the pitch slider moves in the
opposite direction, ensure the rudder channel reverse setting within the transmitter is
set to normal.
6. Release the rudder control. Manually turn
the helicopter nose to the left. The flight
controller should compensate by moving
the tail slider towards the tail case.
• Tilt the helicopter forward. The swashplate must tilt backward.
• Tilt the helicopter backward. The swashplate must tilt forward.
• Roll the helicopter left. The swashplate must roll right.
• Roll the helicopter right. The swashplate must roll left.
Cyclic and Collective Control Test
Ensure the throttle hold is ON when performing the direction control tests.
Test the controls prior to each flight to ensure the servos, linkages and parts
Elevator
Left Side ViewLeft Side View
Aileron
operate correctly. If the controls do not react as shown in the illustrations below,
confirm the transmitter is programmed correctly before continuing on to the Motor Test.
Rear ViewRear View
Collective Pitch
Climb
Rear ViewRear View
Descend
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Motor Test
Place the helicopter outdoors on a clean, flat and level surface (concrete or
asphalt) free of obstructions. Always stay clear of moving rotor blades.
1. The motor will emit a series of tones when the helicopter’s ESC arms properly.
Before continuing, confirm TH HOLD is ON.
WARNING: The motor will spin when throttle is increased while TH
HOLD is OFF.
2. Check the swashplate directions to ensure they are moving in the correct
direction. Please refer to the diagrams above for reference.
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
WARNING: Stay at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the helicopter
when the motor is running. Do not attempt to fly the helicopter at this
time.
3. Ensure the throttle is lowered completely. Confirm the transmitter is still set
to normal flight mode. Turn throttle hold off at this time. Slowly increase the
throttle until the blades begin to spin. The main blades spin clockwise when
viewing the helicopter from the top. The tail rotor blades spin counterclockwise
when viewing the helicopter from the right-hand side.
The ESC will continuously lower power to the motor until complete shutdown when
the battery reaches 12V under load. This helps prevent over-discharge of the Li-Po
battery. Land immediately when the ESC activates LVC. Continuing to fly after LVC
can damage the battery, cause a crash or both. Crash damage and batteries damaged due to over-discharge are not covered under warranty.
Repeatedly flying the helicopter until LVC activates will damage the helicopter 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 per
cell.
Electronic Speed Controller Governor Operation
The Blade 330 S Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) utilizes a head speed governor
to maintain a constant head speed during flight. The governor will work to maintain
a constant head speed throughout maneuvers and the discharge cycle of the flight
battery.
The throttle position determines the requested head speed, and although throttle
curves are still used, they will be a constant value; all positions of the curve are
set to the same value. The lowest position of the normal flight mode throttle curve
must be set to 0 to ensure the motor can be disabled.
The default throttle curve settings listed in the transmitter setup tables should be
acceptable to most pilots and we recommend starting with these values. If you feel
an adjustment is necessary after a few flights, adjust the throttle percentage for
the desired flight mode. We recommend making small changes of 5% to find your
preferred head speed.
Remember the throttle position on the transmitter is simply requesting a specific
head speed and this is not related to the actual motor power percentage.
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls
If you are not familiar with the controls of your 330 S, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your first flight.
Collective
Left Side View
Top ViewTop View
Throttle up
Rudder
Left Side View
Descend
Climb
Throttle down
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Rudder left
Elevator
Elevator forward
Aileron
Aileron left
Nose Yaws Left
Left Side View
Forward
Rear View
Left
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Rudder right
Elevator back
Aileron right
Nose Yaws Right
Left Side View
Backward
RearView
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Pre-Flight Checklist
❏ Check all screws and ensure that they are tight❏ Check belt tension and ensure that it is not too tight or too loose❏ Check main and tail blades to ensure they are not damaged❏ Check all links and make sure they move freely but do not pop off easily❏ Check that flight battery and transmitter battery are fully charged❏ Check all wires to ensure that they are not cut, pinched, or chaffed
and are properly secured
❏ Check all wire connections
Flying the Blade 330 S Helicopter
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location
to y your aircraft.
Select a large, open area away from people and objects. Your first flights should
be outdoors in low-wind conditions. Always stay at least 30 feet (10 meters) away
from the helicopter when it is flying.
The Blade 330 S is intended to be flown outdoors by experienced pilots.
Takeoff
Deliberately increase throttle and establish a hover at least 24” (0.6 meter) high,
outside of ground effect.
CAUTION: Making large inputs to the roll or pitch controls while the
helicopter is on the ground may result in a crash.
Flying
The helicopter lifts off the ground when the rotor head reaches a suitable speed.
Establish a low-level hover to verify proper operation of your helicopter.
First flights should be performed in normal mode and low cyclic and rudder dual
rates until you are familiar with the flying manner of the helicopter.
❏ Check gears and make sure no teeth are missing❏ Do a complete control test❏ Verify the receiver sensor is correcting in the proper directions❏ Check that servos are functioning properly❏ Check to make sure the flight battery is properly secured❏ Check to make sure receiver is properly secured
CAUTION: Always fly the helicopter with your back to the sun and the
wind to prevent loss of flight control.
Landing
Establish a low level hover. Deliberately lower the throttle until the
helicopter lands.
When the helicopter is in stunt mode:
• The rotor head speed is constant.
• The main rotor will increase negative pitch as the throttle/collective stick is
moved from the middle stick position to the low stick position. Negative pitch
allows the helicopter to fly upside down and perform aerobatics.
Change between stunt and idle up modes in a hover with the throttle near the
hovering stick position.
WARNING: Do not use wooden main blades with the Blade 330 S or
injury and/or property damage could occur. Only use Blade 330 S
replacement carbon fiber main blades.
Gyro Gain Adjustment
If the tail wags or oscillates, lower the gain on the gyro.
• On your transmitter’s gyro menu, decrease the gyro gain values a small amount
at a time until the helicopter is stable within a particular flight mode.
If the tail is drifting while hovering, increase the gain on the gyro.
• On your transmitter, increase the gyro gain values a small amount at a time until
the tail starts to wag/oscillate. Afterwards, reduce the gain until the tail stops
wagging/oscillating within a particular flight mode.
Tail Belt Tension
Belt tension that is too tight results in loss of power and causes the belt to wear more quickly. Tension that is too loose can cause belt damage and loss of tail rotor
control in flight.
To check for proper belt tension:
1. View the tail rotor drive belt through the opening at the back of the main frame.
2. Use a hex wrench or standard screwdriver to compress the belt through the
opening.
3. Apply light pressure on the belt, compressing the belt toward the left side of
the tail boom.
4. The belt tension is correct if the compressed side of the belt reaches approximately halfway to the opposite side of the belt.
• If the compressed side of the belt reaches farther than halfway to the other side
of the belt, the tension is too loose.
• If the compressed side of the belt does not reach halfway to the other side of
the belt, the tension is too tight.
To adjust belt tension:
1. Loosen the two horizontal stabilizer screws.
2. Loosen the 4 screws at the back of the main frame.
3. Slide the boom forward or aft to adjust the belt tension.
4. When the belt tension is properly adjusted, tighten the 4 screws at the back
of the frame.
5. Tighten the horizontal stabilizer screws.
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Post-Flight Inspections and Maintenance
Ball Links
Cleaning Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning. Remove dust and debris with a soft brush or a dry lint free cloth.
BearingsReplace bearings when they become damaged.
WiringMake sure wiring does not block moving parts. Replace damaged wiring and loose connectors.
Fasteners
Rotors
Flight Controller
Make sure the plastic ball link holds the control ball, but is not tight (binding) on the ball. When a link is too loose on the ball, it can separate
from the ball during flight and cause a crash. Replace worn ball links before they fail.
Make sure there are no loose screws, other fasteners or connectors. Do not over tighten metal screws in plastic parts. Tighten screw so
parts are mated together, then turn screw only 1/8th of a turn more.
Make sure there is no damage to rotor blades and other parts which move at high speed. Damage to these parts includes cracks, burrs,
chips or scratches. Replace damaged parts before flying.
Make sure the receiver is securely attached to the frame. Replace the double-sided tape when necessary. The helicopter will crash if the
receiver separates from the helicopter frame.
Advanced Tuning (Forward Programming)
Applies to forward programming capable Spektrum Transmitters including DX6G2, DX7G2, DX8G2, DX9, iX12, DX18, DX20
The Blade 330 S default settings are appropriate for most users. We recommend
flying with the default parameters before making any adjustments.
The Blade 330 S BNF flight controller may be programmed from any compatible
Spektrum transmitter (visit SpektrumRC.com for more information).
The flight controller shipped with BNF models has a range of adjustable
parameters suitable for the Blade 330 S Helicopter and is not intended for use in
other aircraft.
Entering the Advanced Parameters Menu
With the helicopter bound to the transmitter and powered on, enter the Function List and select Forward Programming. The list of adjustable parameters and the range of
values available for tuning have been tailored for this helicopter. Make small changes to one parameter at a time and test fly the changes before changing the parameter
further or changing a different parameter.
It is important to use the included servos with the BNF flight controller because
the adjustable parameters available for the SPMFC6250HX are designed around
the recommended servos. It is possible there may not be enough range for the
helicopter to be tuned when using alternative servos.
Calibration Procedure
If the helicopter is experiencing drift issues, perform the following calibration. The calibration procedure may also be needed following crash repairs.
1. Ensure the surface used for calibration is level.
2. Power on the transmitter and activate throttle hold.
3. Connect the flight batter to the ESC and allowing the model to initialize.
4. Turn Throttle Hold ON.
5. Using a bubble level as shown below, level the helicopter by placing a shim under
the landing skid.
Bubble level
Shim
6. Enter the Function List on your transmitter.
7. Select Forward Programming.
8. Select System Setup.
9. Select Calibration.
10. Select Apply and the calibration will begin. The LED will flash yellow indicating
the calibration is proceeding normally. If the LED changes to red this indicates
the model is not near level or the model was moved, in this case the calibration
starts over.
11. After the calibration is successfully completed, the receiver LED will will
change to a slow green flash which indicates the calibration has completed.
12. Proceed to the pre-flight check list procedure before flying your model.
Factory Reset
If the process of tuning the Blade 330 S helicopter results in undesirable flight performance, you can reset the settings back to factory defaults by selecting the Factory
Reset option in Forward Programming.
1. Enter the Function List
2. Select Forward Programming
3. Select System Setup
4. Select Factory Reset
5. Select Apply
6. Perform the Setup->Swashplate->Sub Trim function and ensure the servos are
properly trimmed.
7. Proceed with the pre-flight check list procedure before flying the model.
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Advanced Tuning (Non-Forward Programming)
Applies to Spektrum transmitters not capable of forward programing
including DX6i, DX6e, DX7s DX8, and DX8e
Your Blade 330 S was setup at the factory and test flown. The servo adjustment
steps are usually only necessary in special circumstances, such as after a crash or
if a servo or linkage is replaced.
For pilots flying with a transmitter not capable of forward programming use the
following procedures to make servo adjustments and perform the calibration
procedure.
The advanced tuning options must be entered within 30 seconds after initialization
completes. In addition the combination of dual rates and travel adjustments must
result in a throw greater than 65% in order to enter the tuning modes.
Entering Servo Adjustment Mode
1. Lower the throttle stick to the lowest position.
2. Power ON the transmitter and activate throttle hold.
3. Install the flight battery on the helicopter frame,
securing it with the hook and loop strap.
4. Connect the battery connector to the ESC.
5. After initialization is complete (indicated by a slow green flash), hold the left
stick to the bottom left corner and the right stick to the bottom right corner as
shown.
6. Servo Adjustment Mode is indicated by the swashplate servos jumping and then
slowly moving back to center.
7. Release the sticks and proceed to the next step.
Adjusting the Servo Neutral Position
With the model in Servo Adjustment Mode, the control stick and gyro inputs are
disabled and the servos are held in the neutral position. Check the position of the
servo arms to verify they are perpendicular to the servos.
• If the arms are perpendicular to the servos, no adjustment is necessary.
Exit Servo Adjustment Mode.
• If one or more servo arm is not perpendicular to the servos, continue the servo
adjustment process.
While watching the swashplate servos, apply fore or aft cyclic and release. One
of the servos will jump, indicating the selected servo. Apply fore or aft cyclic and
release until the servo that needs to be adjusted is selected.
Once the servo you wish to adjust is selected, move the cyclic stick left or right to
adjust the servo neutral position in the desired direction.
To reset the current servo to the default neutral position, hold the rudder stick full
right for two seconds.
The range of adjustment is limited. If you are unable to adjust the servo arm to be
perpendicular to the servo, you must reset the servo to the default neutral position,
remove the servo arm and place it back onto the servo as close to perpendicular
as possible. You may then adjust the servo neutral position using left or right cyclic
stick.
Swashplate Leveling
Before saving your adjustments and exiting servo adjustment mode, verify the
swashplate is level and both main rotor blades are at 0 degrees pitch.
If they are not, make linkage adjustments as necessary.
Saving the Servo Adjustments
1. Lower the throttle stick to the lowest position and release the sticks.
2. Move the tail rotor stick to the left and hold for four seconds to exit Servo
Adjustment Mode. The servos will jump indicating a return to normal operation.
3. Release the tail rotor stick.
4. Perform the pre-flight checklist procedure before flying your model.
Control Input in Servo
Adjustment Mode
Fore/Aft CyclicSelect Previous or Next Servo
Right/Left CyclicIncrease or Decrease Sub Trim Adjustment
Right Tailrotor
Left Tailrotor and Low Throttle
Action in Servo Adjustment Mode
Hold For Two Seconds;
Neutral Position is Reset on Selected Servo
Hold for Four Seconds;
Exit Servo Adjustment Mode
Calibration Procedure
If the helicopter is experiencing drift issues after completing the trim flight procedure, perform the following calibration. The calibration procedure may also be
needed following crash repairs.
To perform the calibration procedure:
1. Ensure the surface used for calibration is level.
2. Power on the transmitter and helicopter, allowing them to initialize.
3. Turn Throttle Hold ON.
4. Ensure the main motor is disconnected.
5. Using a bubble level as shown below, level the helicopter by placing a shim under
the tail fin.
Bubble level
Shim
6. Hold the left stick to the bottom right corner, and the right stick to the upper left
corner.
7. The LED on the Flight Controller will flash yellow while caibrating
Do not move the helicopter until the calibration
is completed. If the LED displays a red LED an error has occurred. Begin the
calibration procedure again, starting with step 1.
8. After the calibration is successfully completed, the receiver LED will blink
green.
(during calibration)
Calibration Error, FC not level or is being
Failsafe Active
Forward Programming Mode
moved during calibration
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Troubleshooting Guide
ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Helicopter will not bind
to the transmitter
(during binding)
Helicopter will not link to the transmitter
(after binding)
SPM4649T will not initialize
Helicopter will not respond to the throttle
but responds to other controls
Helicopter power is lacking
Helicopter will not lift off
Low flight battery or transmitter battery voltageFully charge or replace the flight battery and/or transmitter batteries
receiver is not in bind modeMake sure the bind plug is connected to the receiver BND/DAT port
Transmitter is not in bind mode
Transmitter too close to the helicopter during binding process
Helicopter is bound to a different model memory
(ModelMatch™ radios only)
Flight battery/Transmitter battery charge is too low Replace or recharge batteries
The helicopter was moved during initializationLay the helicopter on its side during initialization if windy
The transmitter is powered offPower on the transmitter
Controls are not centeredCenter elevator, aileron and rudder controls. Make sure the throttle is at idle
Throttle not at idle and/or throttle trim is too highLower the throttle stick and lower the throttle trim
The transmitter is not in normal mode or throttle hold
is on
The motor is not connected to the ESC or the mo-
tor wires are damaged
Flight battery charge is too lowReplace or recharge flight battery
Throttle channel is reversedReverse the throttle channel on the transmitter
Flight battery has low voltageFully charge the flight battery
Flight battery is old or damagedReplace the flight battery
Flight battery cells are unbalancedFully charge the flight battery, allowing the charger time to balance the cells
Excessive current is being drawn through the BEC Check all servos and the helicopter motor for damage
Tail drive belt tension is not correctSee "Checking Tail Drive Belt Tension" in this manual
Main rotor head is not spinning in the correct direction
Transmitter settings are not correctCheck throttle and pitch curve settings and pitch control direction
Flight battery has low voltageFully charge the flight battery
Power on the transmitter while holding the Trainer/Bind switch. Hold the Trainer/
Bind switch until binding is complete
Power off the transmitter. Move the transmitter further away from the helicopter.
Disconnect and reconnect the flight battery to the helicopter and follow binding instructions
Disconnect the flight battery. Select the correct model memory on the transmitter
Reconnect the flight battery
Make sure the transmitter is in normal mode and throttle hold is off
Connect the motor wires to the ESC and check motor wires for damage
Make sure the main rotor head is spinning clockwise. Refer to the motor control
test
The helicopter tail spins out of control
The helicopter wobbles in flight
Main rotor blades are installed backwardsInstall the main rotor blades with the thicker side as the leading edge
Rudder control and/or sensor direction reversed
Tail servo is damagedCheck the rudder servo for damage and replace if necessary
Inadequate control arm throwCheck the rudder control arm for adequate travel and adjust if necessary
Tail belt is too looseMake sure the tail drive belt tension is adjusted correctly
Cyclic gain is too highPlease review the Advanced Settings - Gain Adjustments section
Headspeed is too low
Dampers are wornReplace the main rotor head dampers
Make sure the rudder control and the rudder sensor are operating in the correct
direction
Increase the helicopter's head speed via your transmitter settings and/or using a
freshly charged flight pack
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Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers—Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original
purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in
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modification 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
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Warranty and Service Contact Information
Country of
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United States
of America
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Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and/or antenna and your body
(excluding fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet). This transmitter must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
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.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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IC Information
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Contains IC: 6157A-KATY1T
IC: 6157A-QSTMRX2
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receivers(s) that comply with
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Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions:
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Compliance Information for the European Union
EU Compliance Statement:
Blade 330 S RTF (BLH59000) Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC de-
clares that the device is in compliance with the following: EU Radio
Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU; RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU; EU
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU; RoHS 3 Directive - Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II
2015/863.
Blade 330 S BNF Basic (BLH59550) Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares that the
device is in compliance with the following: EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/
EU; RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU; RoHS 3 Directive - Amending 2011/65/EU Annex
II 2015/863.
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NOTE: This product contains batteries that are covered under the 2006/66/EC
European Directive, which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste.
Please follow local regulations.
Wireless Frequency Range and Wireless Output Power:
Transmitter:
2402.0–2478.0MHz
17.7dBm
Receiver:
2402.0–2478.0MHz
18.87dBm
Australia/New Zealand
EU Manufacturer of Record:
Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Road
Champaign, IL 61822 USA
This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive
2012/19/EU concerning waste of electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of
with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility
to enable recovery and recycling.
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Parts List / Ersatzteile / Pièces de Rechange / Pezzi di Ricambio
#Part #EnglishDeutschFrançaisItaliano
1 BLH1901Helical Main Gear B450/300X/CFX
2 BLH1902Helical Pinion 10T B450/300X/CFX
3 SPMSP1040Gears, Metal Cyclic 12 g Servo
4 SPMSP1041Gears, Metal Tail 12 g Servo
5 SPMSH3050Cyclic Servo 12 g Metal Gear
6 SPMSH3060Tail Servo 12 g Metal GearSpektrum Heckrotorservo dig. 12g MG
7 SPMSP2052Servo Case 12 g Metal GearSpektrum Servogehäuse Set 12g MGServo digital 12g - Boitier de servoScatola per servo 12g
8 BLH4301Flybarless Linkage Set: B450 XFlybarless-Anlenkgestänge-Set: B450 X Set de tringleries Flybarless : B450 XSet giunti senza flybar: B450 X
9 BLH4303
10 BLH4315
11 BLH4317
12 BLH4321Flybarless Spindle Set (2): B450 X Flybarless-Spindel-Set (2): B450 XSet d’axes Flybarless (2) : B450 XSet perno senza flybar (2): B450 X
13 BLH4322
14 BLH4331Flybarless Follower Arms: B450 X Flybarless-Tastarme: B450 XBras suiveurs Flybarless : B450 XBracci inseguitore senza flybar: B450 X
15 BLH4338Linkage Rod/Pushrod Set: B450 X
16 BLH4347Flybarless Main Shaft (2): B450 XFlybarless-Hauptwelle (2): B450 XAxe principal Flybarless (2) : B450 XAlbero principale senza flybar(2): B450 X
17 BLH4006BLADE Fiberglass canopy: 330SBLADE Glasfaser-Kabinendach: 330SVerrière en fibre de verre BLADE : 330S Tettuccio di vetroresina per BLADE: 330S
18 EFLH1115