Blade BLH 350 QX BNF, BLH7880, BLH 350 QX RTF, BLH7800, BLH7800M1 User guide

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Instruction Manual

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 prob-

ability of superfi cial 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, 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.

General 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, traffi c
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 specifi cally designed and
protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious
injury or even death.

CAUTION: The ESCs for the 350 QX are not compatible with any other product, and the 350 QX is not compatible with any other ESCs. Use of any other
ESCs on the 350 QX will cause a crash, which may result in property damage and/or personal injury.

WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace a Spektrum component found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase
from Horizon Hobby, Inc. or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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.

• 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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hank you for purchasing the Blade 350 QX quadcopter. You are in

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for an exciting experience with this exceptional fl ying machine. With
GPS, pressure and compass sensors added to the SAFE™ (Sensor
Assisted Flight Envelope) system, the 350 QX has some incredible
features. Position hold, altitude command and self-leveling provide you
with a smooth and manageable fl ight performance. With the addition of
the SAFE Circle™, Stick Relativity and Return Home functions, the 350

Table of Contents

Box Contents ......................................................................................................4

Charging Warnings..............................................................................................4

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) .....................................................................................4

Charging the Flightline Battery ............................................................................4

Mounting a Camera ............................................................................................5

Transmitter Setup (BNF) ......................................................................................6

Transmitter Control Layout (RTF) .........................................................................7

Connecting the Flight Battery ..............................................................................7

Binding ...............................................................................................................8

Flight Mode Switches..........................................................................................9

Flight Modes Explained .......................................................................................9

Audible Alerts and LED Codes ...........................................................................10

GPS Functionality of the 350 QX ........................................................................12

Flight Guidelines and Warnings .........................................................................12

Blade 350 QX Specifi cations

Length

Height

18.30 in (465mm)

5.43 in (138mm)

QX makes it more practical and easier to fl y for new pilots without RC
experience. The Blade 350 QX uses LED codes to communicate fl ight
modes, GPS functions and errors for which you will need the manual. To
assure you have a safe and fun experience with your new quadcopter, it
is critical that you take the time to read and understand this manual and
all the features this aircraft contains.

Preparing the 350 QX for Flight .........................................................................13

Flying the 350 QX .............................................................................................13

Airframe Maintenance.......................................................................................15

Compass Calibration .........................................................................................16

Pressure Sensor Calibration ..............................................................................16

Accelerometer Calibration .................................................................................16

ESC and Motor Assignment Procedure ..............................................................17

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................17

Limited Warranty ..............................................................................................18

Warranty and Service Contact Information ........................................................18

FCC Information ................................................................................................19

IC Information ...................................................................................................19

Compliance Information for the European Union ................................................19

Main Rotor Diameter

Flying Weight

22.80 in (580mm)

24 oz (680 g)

Airframe

Motors

ESCs

Battery

Charger

Transmitter

Component RTF BNF

Blade 350 QX Quadcopter included included

4x Brushless Outrunner Motor, 1100Kv installed installed

4x 10-Amp Brushless ESC installed installed

3S 11.1V 2200mAh 30C Li-Po included included

2–3S Li-Po Balancing DC Charger, 0.5–3A included included

DSM2®/DSMX® compatible transmitter included required

To register your product online, visit www.bladehelis.com

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Box Contents

• Blade 350 QX

• Camera Mount

• 3S 11.1V 2200mAh Li-Po Battery Pack

• 2–3S DC Li-Po Balancing Charger

• DX5e DSMX 5-Channel Transmitter (RTF only)

• 4 AA Batteries (RTF only)

Charging Warnings

The Battery Charger (EFLC3010) 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 fi re, personal injury and/or

property damage.

• 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
fi re.

• 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 fi re.

• Always charge batteries away from fl ammable materials.

Low Voltage Cuto (LVC)

Low voltage cutoff (LVC) protects the Li-Po battery from over-discharge in fl ight
and activates when the battery reaches a preset value. When the battery is
discharged to the cutoff point, the aircraft will display rapidly fl ashing red, green
and blue LEDs to warn you it’s time to land. When you see this LED code, land
immediately to prevent over-discharge and damage to the battery.

When the LVC is activated, you have approximately 2 minutes until the battery is
depleted and can no longer maintain a hover. Repeated fl ying to LVC will damage
the battery.

• 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 fi re
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.

NOTICE: Crash damage and battery damage are not covered under warranty.

IMPORTANT: Always disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft

after each fl ight. Charge your Li-Po battery to about half capacity before storage.
During storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.
A connected battery will result in trickle discharge.

Charging the Flight Battery

E-fl ite® 2–3S Li-Po Balancing Charger Specifi ca­tions

• Input power: 10.5–15.0V DC, 3-amp

• Charges 2- to 3-cell Li-Po packs with minimum
capacity of 500mAh

E-fl ite 3S 11.1V 2200mAh Li-Po Battery Pack

The E-fl ite
lead that allows you to safely charge your battery pack
when used with the included E-fl ite Li-Po balancing
charger.

prior to charging.

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3S Li-Po battery pack features a balancing

CAUTION: The balance connector must be
inserted into the correct port of your charger

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The Battery Charging Process

1. Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged. Look at the battery to make sure it is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent, broken or punctured.

2. Attach the input cord of the charger to an appropriate power supply, such as a 12V battery or 12V DC power supply.

3. When the Li-Po charger has been correctly powered up, there will be an approximate 3-second delay, then an audible “beep” and the green (ready) LED will fl ash.

4. Turn the control on the Amps selector so the arrow points to the charging rate required for the battery (the 2200mAh Li-Po battery will charge at 2.0 amps).
DO NOT change the charge rate once the battery begins charging.

5. Move the cell selector switch to 3-cell for your battery.

6. Connect the balancing lead of the battery to the 3-cell (4 pin) charger port and press the Start button to begin battery charging.

7. The green and red LEDs may fl ash during the charging process when the charger is balancing cells. Balancing prolongs the life of the battery.

8. When the battery is fully charged, a beep will sound for about 3 seconds and the green LED will shine continuously. Attempting to charge an over-discharged
battery will cause the charger to repeatedly fl ash and beep, indicating an error has occurred.

9. Always unplug the battery from the charger immediately upon completion of charging.

CAUTION: Overcharging a battery can cause a fi re.

NOTICE: If using a battery other than the included Li-Po battery, refer to your battery manufacturer’s instructions for charging.

Mounting a Camera

IMPORTANT: Consult local laws and ordinances before installing and operating any type of photograph-capable or video recording device in this product.

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Installing the Included Camera Frame to the Isolation Mount

* Camera not included

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Transmitter Setup (BNF)

CAUTION: When using a Futaba transmitter with a Spektrum DSM module, you must reverse the throttle channel and rebind. Refer to your Spektrum module
manual for binding and failsafe instructions. Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel.

Transmitter Model

Type

DX4e (New)*
w/3-position
switch

DX5e (New)*
w/3-position
switch

DX6i Acro

DX7/7SE Acro

DX7S Acro

N/A N/A N/A N/A

N/A N/A N/A N/A

Reverse
Setup

THRO-N
ELEV-N
GEAR-R
AILE-N
RUDD-N
FLAP-N

FLAP-R (6)
Others-N

AUX1-R
Others-N

Throttle
Cut
Setup

ACT

N/A

Set To:
Trainer

Mode Setup Switch Positions Throttle Cut Return Home Dual Rate

Switch

Travel Adj: GEAR POS (0) GEAR: ↑100%;
GEAR/F MODE POS (1) GEAR: ↓40%
FLAPS: Norm ←↑100; LAND ↓100
MIX 1: ACT; GEAR → GEAR ACT
RATE D 0%; U + 100%
SW MIX TRIM INH
SUB TRIM THRO ↑ 15-20%

Travel Adj: GEAR (0)↑100%;
GEAR (1) ↓40%
MIX 1: FLAP → Gear OFF/ON
RATE → -50%
0%
SW: MIX OFFSET: 0

Switch Select:
Move Gear to F MODE (F MODE:GEAR)
Leave FLAPS as AUX1
Set All Others to INH
MIX 1: GER > GER
RATE: 0%

-100%
OFFSET: 0%; TRIM: INH; SW: Mix0

Position 0 = SMART Mode

Position 1 = Stability Mode

Position 2 = Agility Mode

Position 0 = SMART Mode

Position 1 = Stability Mode

Position 2 = Agility Mode

GEAR 0; Mix 0 = SMART Mode

GEAR 1; Mix 0 = Stability Mode

GEAR 1; Mix 1 = Agility Mode

GEAR (0);
Mix (0) = SMART Mode

GEAR (1);
Mix (0) = Stability Mode

GEAR (1);
Mix (1) = Agility Mode

F MODE (0) = SMART Mode

F MODE (1);
HOLD (1) = Agility Mode

Lower throttle
trim until motors
stop turning

Lower throttle
trim until motors
stop turning

Press throttle cut

Lower throttle
trim until motors
stop turning

Press
Trainer

Press and Hold
TRAINER/BIND
Release to EXIT

Press and Hold
TRAINER/BIND
Release to EXIT

FLAP Position 0
= OFF

FLAP Position 2 =
Return Home

FLAP Pos 0
= OFF

FLAP Pos 1
= Return Home

FLAP Pos 0 = OFF
FLAP Pos 2 =
Return Home

Rate

Rate

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70%

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70%

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70%F MODE (1) = Stability Mode

High
Rate

100%
fi xed

100%
fi xed

Low
Rate

70%
fi xed

70%
fi xed

DX8 Acro

DX9/DX18 Acro

AUX1-R
Others-N

AUX1-R
Others-N

Set To:
Trainer

Set To:
I (BIND)

Switch Select: F-Mode to Gear;
Flap to Aux 1
All Others to INH

Channel Assign: NEXT
1-4: N/A 5 Gear: B
6 AUX1: D 7 AUX2: I
8-10: INH

F MODE (0) = SMART Mode

Press Trainer/
Bind

F MODE (2) = Agility Mode

B (0) = SMART Mode

Press I (BIND)

B (2) = Agility Mode

FLAP Pos 0
= OFF

FLAP Pos 2
= Return Home

D (FLAP) Pos 0
= OFF

D (FLAP) Pos 2 =
Return Home

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70%F MODE (1) = Stability Mode

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70%B (1) = Stability Mode

* Old versions of the DX4e and DX5e (with 2-position channel 5 switches) are not recommended for the 350 QX. Only Smart Mode and Agility Mode will be

available with GPS On.

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