Blade SR Instruction Manual

Revised 4/10 www.bladehelis.com 16165.1i

Note: Attempting to ﬂy the helicopter without completely reading the manual may cause injury to yourself and people in

the vicinity, as well as damage to the helicopter.

Hinweis: Der Versuch, den Helikopter zu ﬂiegen, ohne das Handbuch vollständig zu lesen, kann Verletzungen an Ihnen

selbst und Menschen in der Nähe, wie auch Schäden am Helikopter verursachen.

A noter: tenter de faire voler l’hélicoptère sans avoir lu l’intégralité du manuel peut provoquer des blessures (à vous-même

et aux personnes alentour) ainsi que des dégâts à l’hélicoptère.

Nota: Un tentativo di far volare l’elicottero senza aver letto completamente il manuale può avere come risultato una lesione

del manovratore e delle persone circostanti, nonchè danni all’elicottero stesso.

RTF Instruction Manual | RTF Bedienungsanleitung

Manuel d’utilisation RTF | RTF Manuale d’uso

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Product Support ............................................................................4

Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Speciﬁcations ..............................................................................5

Blade SR RTF Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Preparing for the First Flight ....................................................................6

Flying Checklist .............................................................................6

Battery Warnings and Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Battery Charging ............................................................................7

Charge Errors and Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Installing the Transmitter Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Installing the Flight Battery ....................................................................10

Center of Gravity ...........................................................................10

Transmitter Control Identiﬁcation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Control Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

2-in-1 Control Unit Description, Arming and Motor Control Test ..........................................16

Gyro Initialization, Response Test and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Initialization and Response Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Gain Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Trim Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Servo Mode Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Installing the Optional Training Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Understanding the Primary Flight Controls .........................................................22

Dual Rates ...............................................................................25

Normal and Stunt Flight Modes ................................................................26

Throttle Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Before the First Flight .......................................................................29

Choosing a Flying Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Flying the Blade SR .........................................................................29

Tail Rotor Proportional Mix Trimmer Pot Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Main Rotor Blade Tracking Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Flybar Paddle Tracking Adjustment ..............................................................33

Flybar Weights, Head Dampening Shims and Fine-Tuning Cyclic Response ..................................34

Channel 5 Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Transmitter, Receiver Binding and Fail-Safe ........................................................36

Transmitter and Receiver Range Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

2010 Ofﬁcial Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Replacement Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Optional Parts List ..........................................................................39

Exploded View Parts Listings ..................................................................40

Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Warranty and Repair Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Compliance Information for the European Union .....................................................44

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 http://www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this charger:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a small or null 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 likely probability of physical property damage AND may lead to a dangerous condition or cause death or serious injury to the user, OR procedures, which if not followed, create the 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 and NOT a toy. 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 attempt disassemble, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

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Introduction

Your Blade® SR is the absolute best way to transition from ﬂying a coaxial heli to a single-rotor CCPM machine with conﬁdence and, most importantly, success. It comes out of the box programmed to provide softer climb, pitch and roll response around the center of stick movement. This, combined with the tough, two-piece main frame and lower head speed, makes the Blade SR more forgiving and easier to master than most conventional CP helis. Plus, it’s big enough to ﬂy outdoors even if there’s a little wind.

But before you take that ﬁrst ﬂight, read through this manual thoroughly. It includes vital information on safely charging the battery, proper pre-ﬂight control checks and adjustments, and many other tips that will help make your ﬁrst ﬂight a successful one.

Product Support

For assistance in charging, setting up, binding or operating your Blade SR, please see page 43 to contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support ofﬁce.

Warning

An RC helicopter is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas, preferably at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved ﬂying sites, following all instructions.

Keep items that can get entangled in the rotor blades away from the main and tail blades, including loose clothing, pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands away from the rotor blades.

Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings

As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.

This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help to avoid collisions or injury.

Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.• Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, trafﬁc or people.• Avoid operating your model in the street where injury or damage can occur.• Never operate the model out into the street or populated areas for any reason.• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery •

packs, etc.). Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equipment not speciﬁcally designed and protected •

for this purpose. Never lick or place any portion of your model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.•

Speciﬁcations

Length ....................... 19.10 in (485mm)

Height ....................... 6.90 in (176mm)

Main Rotor Diameter ............. 21.80 in (552mm)

Tail Rotor Diameter .............. 3.20 in (82mm)

Weight with Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 oz (340 g)

Main Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brushless 3900Kv (installed)

Tail Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Direct-Drive N60 (installed)

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3S 11.1V 1000mAh Li-Po (included)

Charger ...................... 3-Cell 11.1V Li-Po

Power Supply .................. AC to 12V DC, 1.5A (included)

Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HP6DSM 2.4GHz DSM 6-channel (included)*

Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spektrum AR6110e 2.4GHz DSM Microlite (installed)

On-Board Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-in-1 Mixer/ESCs (installed)

Servos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DS75 Digital Sub-Micro (3 installed)

Gyro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G110 Micro Heading Lock (installed)

* CCPM Helicopter programming is speciﬁc to Blade SR. Please do not attempt to use transmitter with any other

CCPM helicopter

Blade SR RTF Contents

Item Description

Not Available Separately .......... Blade SR RTF Airframe

EFLH1057 .................... HP6DSM 6-Channel Transmitter, 2.4GHz DSM2: BSR

EFLB0997 .................... 1000mAh 3S 11.1V 15C Li-Po, 20AWG JST/Balance

EFLC3105 .................... 3S 11.1V Li-Po Balancing Charger, 0.8A

EFLC4000 .................... AC to 12V DC, 1.5- Amp Power Supply

EFLH1519 .................... Micro Helicopter Main Blade Holder: BSR

EFLH1129 .................... Mounting Accessories & Wrench

EFLH1528 .................... Hook and Loop Material

EFLH1444 .................... Hook and Loop Strap

FUG4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 AA Batteries

No additional equipment is required to complete your Blade SR.

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Preparing for the First Flight

Please note this checklist is not intended to be a replacement for the content of this instruction manual. Although it can be used as a quick start guide, we strongly suggest reading through this manual completely before proceeding.

Remove and inspect contents• Begin charging the ﬂight battery (see charging procedures on following pages)• Install the 4 included AA batteries in the transmitter• Install the ﬂight battery in the helicopter (once it has been fully charged)• Check the Center of Gravity of the helicopter (see page 12)• Test the controls (see page 14)• Install the optional Training Gear Set (EFLH1527; strongly recommended if this is your ﬁrst collective-pitch equipped •

helicopter model) Familiarize yourself with the controls• Find a suitable area for ﬂying•

Flying Checklist

Always turn the transmitter on ﬁrst ❏ Plug the ﬂight battery into the 2-in-1 control unit ❏ Allow the 2-in-1 control unit and gyro to arm and initialize properly ❏ Fly the model ❏ Land the model ❏ Unplug the ﬂight battery from the 2-in-1 control unit ❏ Always turn the transmitter off last ❏

Battery Warnings and Guidelines

The 3S 11.1V 1000mAh Lithium Polymer Battery Pack (EFLB0997) included with your Blade SR features Charge Protection Circuitry and Balance Charging via the included 3S 11.1V Lithium Polymer Balancing Charger (EFLC3105). However, to help ensure a safe charge every time, you MUST read the following safety instructions and warnings before handling, charging or using the Li-Po battery pack.

CAUTION: Lithium Polymer batteries are signiﬁcantly more volatile than the alkaline, Ni-Cd or Ni-MH

batteries used in RC applications. All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in ﬁre property damage and injury.

By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries. If you do not agree with these conditions, return your complete Blade SR model in new, unused condition to the place of purchase immediately.

You must charge the included 3S 11.1V 1000mAh Li-Po battery pack in a safe area away from ﬂammable materials.• Do not charge the battery when installed in the helicopter.• Never charge the battery unattended. When charging the battery you should monitor the charging process and react to •

potential problems that may occur. After ﬂight, the battery must be cooled to ambient temperature before charging.•

•You MUST use the included 3S 11.1V Li-Po Balancing Charger ONLY. Failure to do so may result in a ﬁre causing personal injury and/or property damage. DO NOT use an Ni-Cd or Ni-MH charger.

If at any time during the charge or discharge process the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue charging or • discharging immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect the battery, then place it in a safe, open area away from ﬂammable materials to observe it for at least 15 minutes. Continuing to charge or discharge a battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a ﬁre. A battery that has ballooned or swollen even a small amount must be removed from service completely.

In the event of a crash, you must quickly and safely disconnect and remove the battery from the model, then place it in a • safe, open area away from ﬂammable materials to observe it for at least 15 minutes.

Store the battery at room temperature at approximately ½ charge (3.8V per cell; 11.4V for a 3S battery pack) for best • results.

When transporting or temporarily storing the battery, the temperature range should be from 40–120 degrees Fahrenheit. • Do not store the battery or model in a car or direct sunlight whenever possible. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch ﬁre.

Do not over-discharge the battery. Discharging the battery too low can cause damage to the pack resulting in reduced • performance and duration.

Li-Po cells should not be discharged to below 3V each under load. In the case of the 3S Li-Po packs used for the Blade • SR, you will not want to allow the battery to fall to below 9V during ﬂight.

Over-discharge of the Li-Po battery pack can result in shortened ﬂight times, loss of power output or failure of the pack • entirely.

Battery Charging

It is important that you only charge the included 3S 11.1V 1000mAh Li-Po Battery Pack (EFLB0997) with the included 3S

11.1V Li-Po Balancing Charger (EFLC3105). Your battery pack is equipped with special Charge Protection Circuitry and a Balance Charge Lead with connector that is only compatible with this charger. Attempting to charge the pack using another Li-Po charger or non Li-Po compatible charger could result in serious damage. Please familiarize yourself thoroughly with the Battery Warnings and Guidelines section before continuing.

The included 3S 11.1V Li-Po Balancing Charger will charge a near fully discharged (not over-discharged) 3S 11.1V 1000mAh Li-Po Battery Pack in approximately 1.2–1.5 hours. In some cases the charge time may be shorter depending on the actual amount of capacity left in the pack after a ﬂight. NEVER charge the battery unattended.

Note: The Li-Po battery pack included with your Blade SR will arrive partially charged. For this reason the initial charge

may only take approximately 30–50 minutes.

The charger requires up to 1.5 amps of 11.5–15-volt DC input power that can be supplied by the included AC to 12V DC,

1.5-amp Power Supply (EFLC4000) for convenient charging anywhere an AC outlet is available. NEVER attempt to power

the charger from an AC outlet without the use of a proper AC to DC adapter/power supply.

Note: When using the AC to DC adapter/power supply, the charger is protected to prevent damage if the alligator clips

touch. However, please take care to ensure that the alligator clips do not cause shorting of the battery, adapter/ power supply, etc. by keeping them clear.

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Input power for the charger can also be supplied from a small 12-volt gel cell or car battery.

The charger is equipped with two LED indicators marked RED and GREEN on the label. These LEDs indicate the following (also found on the label of the charger):

Red Flashing LED Only:• Input power with no battery connected Red and Green Solid LED:• Battery connected and charging Red Solid LED Only:• Charge complete Red and Green Flashing LED:• Charge error

Once you have connected the charger to a power source (use care to ensuring proper polarity when connecting the charger to the power source), its red LED ﬂashes to indicate the charger has power and is ready to begin charging. Connect the LiPo battery pack to the charger using the specially marked Balance Charge Lead exiting the battery pack and the connector labeled with 11.1V on the charger. The connector is keyed to prevent reverse polarity connection.

When the battery is properly connected and charging normally, the red and green LED indicators will glow solid. Once the battery has been fully charged, the green LED will go out, leaving just the red LED glowing solid. The battery can now be removed from the charger and installed into the Blade SR for ﬂight.

Charge Errors and Indications

In the event that both the red and green LEDs ﬂash, a charge error has occurred. Some examples of charge errors and their indications include:

Alternating ﬂashing of the red and green LEDs indicates that the charge process has been interrupted. If input power to • the charger has been interrupted due to disconnection from the power source or a drop in voltage/current output from the power source, unplug the battery from the charger. Next, check to make sure that the input power plug from the AC to 12V DC adapter/power supply is connected or that the alligator clips are ﬁrmly and properly attached to the power source. Also be sure that the power source is providing the proper amount of voltage and current required to the charger.

After conﬁrming the connections and that the power source is delivering the necessary voltage and current, restart the charging process by connecting the battery pack. Continue to monitor the charging process to ensure that no further charge errors occur.

Simultaneous ﬂashing of the red and green LEDs indicate that the voltage of the Li-Po battery pack is too low to allow the • charging process to begin. In this case the battery may have been over-discharged due to ﬂying the model too long, or a single cell or even all cells in the battery pack may be damaged. (For more information on preventing over-discharge of the Li-Po battery pack, see the Battery Warnings and Guidelines section.)

If after several charging attempts you continue to see this charge error indication, you should remove the battery pack from service and replace it with a new one.

Installing the Transmitter Batteries

Install the 4 included AA batteries in the transmitter. Check the power level of the batteries and operation of the transmitter by switching the power switch on (upward). The LCD screen at the top of the transmitter will indicate the power level of the batteries. If at any time the voltage indicated on the LCD screen falls to 4.5V or less, an alarm will sound, and it will be necessary to replace the batteries with new ones.

Note: Because the HP6DSM transmitter included with the Blade SR is equipped with Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM2

technology, it does not require the same input voltage or current consumption as a typical 72MHz transmitter for proper operation and optimum performance.

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Installing the Flight Battery

Use the included hook and loop material for mounting the Li-Po battery pack. We suggest installing the loop (fuzzy) material on the battery pack and the hook material on the battery support. You should also use the included hook and loop battery strap for the most secure attachment of the battery to the helicopter.

Center of Gravity

Once you have properly installed and secured the battery, check the helicopter’s center of gravity. With the canopy installed, lift the helicopter by the ﬂybar with the ﬂybar positioned perpendicular to the tail boom. Move the battery forward or rearward as required to achieve a slightly nose down or perfectly level helicopter position. You should always check the CG of your Blade SR before ﬂying, especially if you are switching between different sizes and types of battery packs.

Support by Flybar

Level or Slightly Downward Angle

Transmitter Control Identiﬁcation

Note: Before each ﬂight ALWAYS turn the transmitter on before connecting the ﬂight battery to the 2-in-1 unit. After each

ﬂight, you should always disconnect the ﬂight battery from the 2-in-1 unit before powering the transmitter off.

Throttle Trim

Aileron Trim

Elevator Trim

Rudder Trim

Elevator Trim

Aileron Trim

Throttle Trim

Rudder Trim

Rudder/Throttle Functions

Rudder/Elevator Functions

Aileron/Elevator Functions

Aileron/Throttle Functions

Mode 1

Mode 2

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Control Test

Although each Blade SR model is test ﬂown at the factory, you should test the controls prior to the ﬁrst ﬂight to ensure none of the servos, linkages or parts were damaged during shipping and handling. Before proceeding, unplug the three bullet connectors between the main motor and ESC and tail motor from the 2-in-1 control unit. It is not safe to perform the control test with the main or tail motor plugs connected to the 2-in-1 control unit after power up.

Turn the transmitter on ﬁrst and lower the throttle stick and trim completely. Then, plug the battery into the battery lead of the 2-in-1 unit.

Position the helicopter to view it from the left or right side. Move the left-hand stick up and down to check the collective pitch control. When the stick is pushed up, the swashplate should lower, increasing the pitch of the main blades.

With the stick pulled back down, the swashplate should raise, decreasing the pitch of the main blades.

Again viewing the helicopter from the left or right side, move the right-hand stick forward and aft to check elevator pitch control. When the stick is pushed forward, the swashplate should also tilt forward.

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With the stick pulled back, the swashplate will tilt toward the rear.

While viewing the helicopter from the rear (tail boom toward you), move the right-hand stick left and right to check aileron roll control. When the stick is pushed to the left, the swashplate should also tilt left.

With the stick pushed right, the swashplate will tilt to the right.

If at any time during the test the controls do not respond properly, double-check the positions of the dip switches located under the door on the bottom left front of the transmitter. These dip switches set the transmitter programming for functions such as servo reversing, model type and various forms of mixing. Each switch should be set in the position as shown for proper control of the Blade SR.

For added reference, the following are the functions and available settings for each dip switch (default settings for the Blade SR are underlined):

Dip Switch 1*: Up – Channel 1/Throttle channel reversed Down – Channel 1/Throttle channel normal * For safety, channel 1/throttle channel reversing can only be changed when the transmitter is powered off. All other dip

switch positions/functions can be changed while the transmitter is powered on.

Dip Switch 2: Up – Channel 2/Aileron channel reversed Down – Channel 2/Aileron channel normal

Dip Switch 3: Up – Channel 3/Elevator channel reversed Down – Channel 3/Elevator channel normal

Dip Switch 4: Up – Channel 4/Rudder channel reversed Down – Channel 4/Rudder channel normal

Dip Switch 5: Up – Channel 5/Gear channel reversed Down – Channel 5/Gear channel normal

Dip Switch 6: Up – Channel 6/Pitch channel reversed Down – Channel 6/Pitch channel normal

Dip Switch 7: Up – Helicopter Mode (Channel 6 becomes pitch channel) Down – Airplane Mode (Channel 6 becomes an

extra aileron channel) Dip Switch 8*: Up – 120-degree Cyclic Collective Pitch Mixing (CCPM) Down – Standard mixing *Only functions when in helicopter mode.

Dip Switch 9*: Up – Rudder/Elevator mixing Down – No mixing *Only functions when in airplane mode, and no function if switch 10 is in the up position.

Dip Switch 10*: Up – Elevator/Aileron mixing Down – No mixing *Only functions when in airplane mode, and no function if switch 9 is in the up position.

If the controls still do not respond properly after ensuring the dip switch positions are correct, you should also check the servo connections to the receiver. The servos should be connected to the corresponding channel on the receiver as follows (when viewing the helicopter from behind):

AILE (Aileron) Channel – Left-hand rear aileron servo ELEV (Elevator) Channel – Forward elevator servo AUX1 (Pitch) Channel – Right-hand rear pitch servo

Once you’ve conﬁrmed the proper dip switch positions and servo connections, all controls should be functioning properly. However, if you continue to encounter any problems with your Blade SR responding properly to the transmitter, do not ﬂy.

If you’ve conﬁrmed proper control operation of your Blade SR, unplug the ﬂight battery and reconnect the main and tail motors to the 2-in-1 unit, taking care to connect them to the proper leads using the markings on the label for reference.

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2-in-1 Control Unit Description, Arming and Motor Control Test

Your Blade SR is equipped with a lightweight combination of main motor and tail motor electronic speed controls and main motor and tail motor proportional mixer. The 2-in-1 has an 8-amp brushless ESC for the main motor that is speciﬁcally designed for use in helicopter models. The ESC is not programmable for use in other applications; however, it is equipped with features and functions that optimize its performance for the Blade SR. These features and functions include:

“Soft” Low Voltage Cutoff • The ESC features a “soft” low voltage cutoff (LVC) that occurs when the battery reaches approximately 9V under load. This helps prevent “deep” over-discharge of the Li-Po battery during use. Please see the Battery Warnings and Guidelines section for more information regarding the soft LVC feature and how to prevent over-discharge of the Li-Po battery.

Soft (Slow) Start • The soft (slow) start function of the ESC is intended to help prevent potential damage of the Gear train, motor and ESC by slowly increasing power to the motor (particularly when the rotor blades are not already spinning). The ﬁrst time you power up the ESC after it has been powered on and armed, it will take approximately 15 seconds for the ESC/motor to reach the power level you initially set with the throttle stick/curve. This means you will need to wait approximately 15 seconds before attempting any aggressive maneuvering to allow the power system to reach the set level of power ﬁrst.

Any time (after the initial soft startup occurs) the ESC/motor have been powered down completely (to 0% power) for approximately 15 seconds or more, the soft start will occur again. This is particularly helpful if you land the helicopter to make an adjustment as you will not need to rearm the ESC in order to perform a soft startup. It is simply best to wait approximately 15 seconds before powering up the ESC/motor again for ﬂight.

Fast Start • The fast start function of the ESC allows any level of power to be applied almost immediately after ESC/motor have been powered down completely (to 0% power) for any amount of time less than approximately 15 seconds. This is particularly helpful if you accidentally bump the Throttle Hold switch or when aborting an auto-rotation attempt as it will allow the ESC/motor to reach any power level you have set with the throttle stick/curve almost immediately when the Throttle Hold switch is set back to the OFF (0) position.

The following checklist contains the steps you must follow to ensure proper arming and operation of the 2-in-1 unit, as well as proper motor response.

Before each ﬂight ALWAYS turn the transmitter on before connecting the ﬂight battery to the 2-in-1 unit. Never connect • the ﬂight battery to the 2-in-1 unit before powering the transmitter on ﬁrst. After each ﬂight, always disconnect the ﬂight battery from the 2-in-1 unit before powering the transmitter off.

Note: The antennas exiting the Spektrum AR6100e receiver should extend outward (to the left and right of the helicop-

ter) as much as possible for the best overall performance. Be sure to double-check the position and orientation of both antennas before each ﬂying session, especially if the helicopter was taken out of a box or carrying case.

Both the throttle (left-hand) stick and throttle trim MUST be in their lowest possible position in order for the 2-in-1 unit to • arm. The ﬂight mode (F MODE) switch must also be in the normal (0) ﬂight mode position with the switch toggled toward the back of the transmitter for the unit to arm.

If this is the ﬁrst test ﬂight, or a test ﬂight following repairs, you will also want to center the rudder, aileron and elevator trims (reference Transmitter Control Identiﬁcation on page 13).

Turn the transmitter on and ensure it has adequate battery power, as displayed by the LCD screen at the top of the • transmitter. It is now safe to connect the ﬂight battery to the 2-in-1 unit.

Note: Do not move or sway the helicopter until the red LED on the gyro illuminates solidly. This will be covered in more

detail in the next section.

With battery power applied, and once the orange LED of the Spektrum AR6100e receiver glows solidly to indicate a • positive link to the transmitter, you will hear two “beeps” from the 2-in-1, indicating it has armed properly. The ﬁnal step of the initialization is for the red LED on the gyro to illuminate solidly.

When you have heard two “beeps”, the unit is armed and ready for ﬂight. Use caution as both the main and tail rotors • will now spin with throttle stick input. For safety, once the unit is armed, the main and tail motors will not spin with the

throttle stick and trim in their lowest positions. However, we also suggest setting the throttle hold (TH HOLD) switch in the on (1) position, toward the front of the transmitter, once the 2-in-1 unit has armed. This will keep the motors and rotor blades from spinning while you handle the helicopter and transmitter.

If you have not set the throttle hold switch to the on position, or after you set the switch to the off (0) position toward the back of the transmitter, DO NOT advance the throttle stick until you are clear of the rotor blades and ready to ﬂy.

Note: If you do not hear two beeps or if you hear a constant series of beeps after battery power is applied, the

2-in-1 unit has not armed properly. A constant series of beeps indicates the throttle is set too high for initialization. Please review the following.

Conﬁrm that the throttle stick is in the lowest possible position and that the throttle trim is set in approximately the ❏

middle position. Conﬁrm that the Flight Mode (F MODE) switch is set to the “Normal” (0) position. ❏ Conﬁrm you have a positive RF link between the transmitter and receiver. First, check to be sure the transmitter has ❏

been powered on and has an adequate level of battery power. If the transmitter is powered on and functioning properly,

disconnect the ﬂight battery from the 2-in-1, then reconnect it. Watch for the orange LED of the receiver to begin

glowing solidly, and once it does, the 2-in-1 unit should arm normally. Once you have placed the helicopter in a safe area, free of obstructions, and are clear of the rotor blades, you can safely •

begin to power up the model to check for proper operation of the motors. Advance the throttle stick upward slowly, just until both the main and tail rotor blades begin to spin. DO NOT attempt to •

ﬂy the helicopter at this time. Note the direction the main and tail rotor blades spin. The main rotor blades should spin clockwise when viewed from the top, with the tail rotor blade spinning clockwise when viewed from the right-hand side of the helicopter. If the main rotor blades are operating in the wrong direction, simply reverse the position of any two motor wire lead connections to the 2-in-1 unit.

With the tail motor/rotor spinning at a low rpm, check that the tail rotor is responding properly to transmitter inputs. • When inputting a slight amount of right rudder, the tail rotor rpm’s should increase, pushing the nose of the helicopter to the right. If you are on carpet, grass, or an otherwise uneven surface, be very careful not to allow the helicopter to catch the vertical ﬁn when testing the tail rotor control on the ground (or during liftoff when beginning a ﬂight).

After conﬁrming that both rotor blades are rotating in the correct directions, and the tail rotor is responding properly to rudder inputs, your Blade SR is ready for ﬂight. However, please be sure to review the following sections of the manual BEFORE proceeding with the ﬁrst ﬂight.

Gyro Initialization, Response Test and Adjustment

Your Blade SR model is equipped with an E-ﬂite G110 Micro Heading Lock Gyro. This gyro offers an excellent blend of size, weight, features and performance.

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Initialization and Response Test

The following checklist includes the steps to properly initialize and operate the gyro.

After connecting the ﬂight battery to the 2-in-1 unit, do not move or sway the helicopter. Allow it to remain motionless • until the red LED on the gyro illuminates solidly, indicating that the gyro has initialized properly and is ready for use.

Note: It is extremely important that you do not move or sway the helicopter after powering it on and before the gyro

initializes. The gyro must be allowed adequate time to record the neutral position in order to initialize for proper operation. If you ever accidentally move the helicopter after powering it on and before the gyro initializes, power the helicopter off (by disconnecting the ﬂight battery from the 2-in-1 unit) and repeat the correct process.

Once the gyro initializes properly, and before making your ﬁrst ﬂight, conﬁrm that the gyro is responding properly to the • movements of the helicopter and providing proper inputs to the tail rotor in order to counteract any unwanted changes in yaw.

For added safety during the test, disconnect the main motor from the 2-in-1 control unit. Then secure the helicopter and ensure that all objects are free and clear of the tail rotor blades Reconﬁrming that the •

main motor has been disconnected from the 2-in-1 control unit, advance the throttle/collective stick on the transmitter to approximately 1/4–1/2 travel. Use caution, as the tail motor may begin to spin the tail rotor blade.

Now it is necessary to conﬁrm that the tail motor/rotor responds properly to inputs from the gyro. While holding the • helicopter securely and ensuring that all objects are free and clear from the tail motor, quickly twist the nose of the helicopter to the left. If the tail motor/rotor is responding properly to inputs from the gyro, the rpm’s will increase to counteract the nose twisting to the left, in order to bring the nose back to the right. When quickly twisting the nose of the helicopter to right, the rpm’s should decrease or stop entirely. If the tail motor/rotor is not responding properly, use the reverse switch located on the gyro to reverse the direction of response.

After conﬁrming that the tail motor/rotor responds properly to inputs from the gyro, disconnect the • battery from the 2-in-1 control unit. Then, power down the transmitter and reconnect the main motor to the 2-in-1 unit.

Now that you’ve conﬁrmed the gyro provides proper inputs to the tail motor/rotor, review the following sections of the manual BEFORE proceeding with the ﬁrst ﬂight.

Gain Adjustments

The G110 offers optional-use remote mode selection and gain adjustment features. These features allow the gyro mode (Standard Rate or Heading Lock) and gain values to be set remotely in the transmitter. However, for simpliﬁed use, while maintaining maximum performance in the Blade SR, these features will not be utilized (they are usually best utilized when using a programmable computer transmitter).

Because you will not be utilizing the remote mode selection and gain adjustment features of the gyro, the gyro’s • yellow-colored auxiliary (AUX) lead and connector will not be plugged into the receiver. This is not a problem as the gyro will always be in the heading lock mode and the gain value can be set using the gain value adjustment pot located on the gyro itself.

After making the initial test ﬂight, you may ﬁnd that it is necessary to adjust the gyro gain setting value prior to • subsequent test ﬂights in order to achieve the best possible performance. The goal, when using a heading lock type gyro, is to ﬁnd the highest gain setting value at which the tail/nose of the helicopter does not twitch quickly (oscillate) from side to side in all areas of ﬂight (including fast forward ﬂight and descents). In the case of the G110 in the Blade SR, we ﬁnd that it is typical to have the gain setting adjustment pot set as shown below, which is only a few degrees off of full counterclockwise.

Optimum Range

Small, air swooshing noises along with a small amount of movement side to side is normal for a direct-drive tail system, • like that found on the Blade SR. Don’t confuse this for a gain setting that is too high.

Note: If the tail spins in one direction or the other as you are trying to lift off, please check the gyro gain. It may be

adjusted too high or too low.

Trim Adjustments

During ﬂight, it may be necessary to make some small adjustments to the rudder trim in order to prevent the nose/tail of the model from “drifting” to the left or right when the rudder stick is in the neutral position. Typically, only a small amount of adjustment may be necessary.

Note: It is always best to avoid sudden temperature and environmental condition changes when using a gyro. For

example, it is best to not ﬂy a model on a very hot (or cold) day immediately after removing it from an air-conditioned (or heated) vehicle. It is also best to keep the gyro out of direct sunlight and away from any heat-generating sources on the model.

To help the gyro better acclimate to temperature and environmental conditions at the ﬂying ﬁeld, it is best to let your Blade SR stand in the environment for approximately 10–15 minutes before ﬂying, allowing the temperature of the gyro sensor to stabilize. If you do not allow the temperature to stabilize, you may experience radical trim changes that require signiﬁcant adjustments of the rudder trim during ﬂight.

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Servo Mode Setting

The G110 is equipped with a switch and software that allows its performance to be optimized for use with most analog and some digital servos. The servo mode selection switch is found on the side of the gyro.

However, because the Blade SR uses an ESC and motor to control the tail, you must be certain that the servo mode selection switch on the gyro is set to standard servo mode to ensure proper response and performance of the gyro. If it is set to digital servo mode, the electronic speed control and tail motor will not respond properly to inputs from the gyro or transmitter. This could even cause failure of the motor, ESC or both.

Installing the Optional Training Gear

If the Blade SR is your ﬁrst single-rotor and/or collective-pitch equipped helicopter model, we suggest that you install the optional Training Gear Set (EFLH1527) before making your ﬁrst ﬂight. The training gear helps to further increase the stability of the model while also providing added support and cushioning to prevent tip-overs and damage to the model from abrupt landings.

Installing the training gear takes only a few minutes following these steps.

The training gear set includes four plastic balls, four ball grommets, four training gear rods, four rod end caps, four • training gear rod to landing skid attachments and one training gear rod mounting base.

Locate the four training gear rod to landing skid attachments. Snap the attachments to the landing skids as • shown below.

After installing all four attachments, locate the four training gear rods and rod mounting base. Note that the rod • mounting base has a “coned” shape to it. The “pointed” side of the base will face upward toward the bottom of the helicopter when properly installed. The base also has two different angles where the gear rods attach. It is important to orient the base so that the large angle is facing forward and backward.

Carefully pass each of the rods through the holes in the attachments on the landing skids and into the channels on the • base. The rods will pass through the front holes of the forward attachments, and the back holes of the rear attachments. You may ﬁnd it necessary to apply some light pressure to the rods, base and landing skids when installing all four rods in the base. This is typical; however, take care to not damage any of the parts.

Once all four rods are installed, note that the landing skids may be pulled slightly inward under their pressure. This is also typical as the pressure helps to keep the training gear in place.

Check the ﬁtment of the plastic balls on the training gear rod. Adjust the position of the grommets that were factory-• installed on each rod until they are just touching each plastic ball. The grommets should then be positioned so that the ball can spin freely on the rod, without too much movement side-to-side between the keepers.

Your Blade SR is now ready for ﬂight with the training gear installed.

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Understanding the Primary Flight Controls

If you are not familiar with the controls of your Blade SR, please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your ﬁrst ﬂight.

The left-hand stick on the transmitter controls both throttle/collective pitch (climb/descend) and rudder (yaw left/right). When the left-hand stick and throttle trim lever are in their lowest positions, the main rotor blades will not spin. Advancing the stick upward will increase the speed and pitch of the main rotor blades. Increasing the speed and pitch of the main rotor blades will cause the model to climb.

Climb

Decreasing the speed and pitch of the main rotor blades by lowering the left-hand stick will cause the model to descend. When you are in stunt ﬂight mode (with the F MODE switch toggled toward the front of the transmitter), lowering the left-hand

stick will actually cause the speed of the main rotor blades to increase while also increasing the amount of negative pitch the main rotor blades can offer. This allows the model to be ﬂown inverted and to perform basic aerobatic maneuvers.

Descend

After lifting the model off the ground you can balance the throttle/pitch by carefully moving the left-hand stick up and down so the model will hold a stationary hover without climbing or descending.

You can also use the throttle trim to adjust the throttle/collective pitch value for a given stick position. For example, raising the throttle trim will allow the model to hover at a lower throttle stick position. It will also offer more total positive pitch at the highest stick position, and less negative pitch at the lowest position. In most cases it is preferred to position the throttle trim so it offers an equal amount of positive and negative pitch when the stick is in the highest and lowest positions.

Also, if you do raise the throttle trim when in the normal ﬂight mode, you MUST remember to lower it (and the throttle stick) to the lowest possible position IMMEDIATELY in the event of a crash or rotor blade strike. Even if the motors are trying to spin at the lowest speed possible, they can still pull enough current to damage the ESCs of the 2-in-1 unit if the rotor blades are stalled, which may require replacement of the 2-in-1 unit. If you are in the stunt ﬂight mode (and also helpful when you are in the normal ﬂight mode), it is usually best to utilize the throttle hold function of the transmitter in the event of a crash or rotor blade strike by toggling the TH HOLD switch toward the front of the transmitter.

Moving the left-hand stick to the left will turn (yaw) the nose of the helicopter to the left about the axis of the main shaft. This is accomplished by decreasing the speed of the tail rotor blade.

Nose Yaw Left

Moving the stick to the right will turn (yaw) the nose of the helicopter to the right about the axis of the main shaft. This is accomplished by increasing the speed of the tail rotor blade.

Nose Yaw Right

You can use the rudder trim to help keep the nose of the helicopter from rotating to the left or right when in hover with no rudder stick input. For example, if the nose of the helicopter drifts to the right when in hover, add left rudder trim until the nose stays as close to straight as possible. Also note that further adjustments to the rudder trim can be made using the main motor proportional mix trimmer pot as outlined in the “Tail Rotor Proportional Mix Trimmer Pot Adjustment” section of the manual.

The right-hand stick controls both elevator (pitch fore/aft) and aileron (roll). Pushing the stick forward will pitch the nose of the helicopter downward, allowing the helicopter to be ﬂown forward.

Heli Moves Forward

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Pulling the stick backward will pitch the tail of the helicopter downward, allowing the helicopter to be ﬂown backward.

Heli Moves Backward

The elevator trim can be used to help keep the helicopter from drifting forward or backward when in hover with no elevator stick input. For example, if the helicopter drifts forward when in hover, pull the elevator trim downward until the helicopter hovers as level as possible with no forward drifting.

Moving the aileron stick to the left will roll the helicopter to the left, allowing the helicopter to be ﬂown to the left.

Heli Moves Left

Moving the stick to the right will roll the helicopter to the right, allowing the helicopter to be ﬂown to the right.

Heli Moves Right

Use the aileron trim to help keep the helicopter from drifting left or right when in hover with no aileron stick input. For example, if the helicopter drifts to the right when in hover, add left aileron trim until the helicopter hovers as level as possible with no drifting to the right.

Once you’re familiar with the primary controls of the helicopter, you are almost ready to ﬂy.

Dual Rates

The HP6DSM transmitter included with your Blade SR features a dual rate (D RATE) switch. This switch allows the pilot to toggle between the high (HI) and low (LO) control rates available for the aileron, elevator and rudder channels.

Toggling the switch towards the back of the transmitter (position HI) allows the control rates to achieve their highest maximum values. This is typically the preferred rate for experienced pilots interested in more control response for forward ﬂight and basic aerobatic maneuvers.

Toggling the switch toward the front of the transmitter (position LO) allows the control rates to achieve their lowest maximum values. This is typically the preferred rate for low-time and other pilots interested most in a reduced amount of control that allows for smoother and more easily controlled hovering and ﬂying.

If the Blade SR is your ﬁrst single-rotor and/or collective-pitch equipped helicopter model, we strongly recommend that you make your ﬁrst ﬂights with the dual rates set to low.

Note: In order to improve the overall control experience, a small amount of exponential (to reduce the amount of control

authority/sensitivity around neutral stick) has been programmed into the transmitter for both the high and low rates.

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Normal and Stunt Flight Modes

The HP6DSM transmitter also features a ﬂight mode (F MODE) switch. This switch allows the pilot to toggle between the normal (0) and stunt/idle up (1) ﬂight modes.

F Mode

Toggling the ﬂight mode switch toward the rear of the transmitter (position 0) puts the transmitter/helicopter in normal ﬂight mode. In this ﬂight mode, the throttle curve is programmed from 0% to 100%. This is the preferred ﬂight mode for general hovering.

When the ﬂight mode switch is toggled toward the front of the transmitter (position 1), the transmitter/helicopter will be in the stunt/idle up ﬂight mode. In this ﬂight mode, the throttle curve can be “V” shaped from 100% to 100% with reduced throttle at mid-stick (when the SM TCM ADJ knob is in the lowest, most counterclockwise position), or a “ﬂat-line” from 100% to 100% with 100% throttle at mid-stick (when the SM TCM ADJ knob is in the highest, most clockwise position). This is the preferred ﬂight mode for most forward/backward ﬂying.

Note: When in stunt mode, even with the throttle stick all the way down, the blades and motors will continue to spin. You

must use the normal ﬂight mode to safely turn off the motors. For safety, the 2-in-1 unit will not arm if the ﬂight battery is plugged in and the ﬂight mode switch is in the stunt position.

Also, when switching between the normal and stunt ﬂight modes, it is best to do so in the air while ﬂying or transitioning to forward ﬂight. There may be a slight change of rotor speed while switching modes, so be aware of the possibility of a slight altitude change. Please be sure to never switch into stunt mode without having powered the main and tail motors up in normal mode ﬁrst. The abrupt start could cause damage to the gears, motors or possibly even the 2-in-1 unit.

The stunt mode throttle curve midpoint adjustment (SM TCM ADJ) knob is located on the forward top left panel, next to the ﬂight mode switch. This knob allows you to adjust the midpoint value of the throttle curve when in the stunt/idle up ﬂight mode. It has no affect on the throttle curve in the normal ﬂight mode, or on the endpoints of the throttle curve in the stunt/ idle up ﬂight mode.

The SM TCM ADJ knob offers you the ability to adjust the main rotor head speed, and in turn the collective and cyclic control response of the model between the endpoints of the throttle curve in the stunt ﬂight mode. Typically, a higher main rotor head speed will result in quicker collective and cyclic control response around middle stick.

For example, when you have the knob in the lowest, most counterclockwise position, the main rotor head speed in hover (and during transition from positive to negative pitch, and vice-versa) will be lower than it is when at the top or bottom of the throttle/collective stick range.

When you have the knob in the highest, most clockwise position, the main rotor head speed in hover (and during transition from positive to negative pitch, and vice-versa) will be similar to when you are at the top or bottom of the throttle/collective stick range. This is generally preferred when ﬂying in breezy conditions, and for the quickest collective and cyclic response. It is also helpful when performing aerobatics like loops and rolls as it will help to maintain more consistent main rotor head speeds. This also allows for more consistent tail holding power because the torque and main to tail motor mixing changes will be minimized throughout the throttle/collective stick range.

Note: Because of the stable settings of the Blade SR, the stunt mode is non-aggressive and basic aerobatics should be

ﬂown for the ﬁrst time with plenty of altitude until you are accustomed to the control response.

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Throttle Hold

The HP6DSM transmitter features a throttle hold (TH HOLD) switch. This switch allows the pilot to toggle between throttle hold off (position 0) and throttle hold on (position 1).

Throttle Hold

When the throttle hold switch is toggled toward the rear of the transmitter (position 0), throttle hold will be off. When throttle hold is off, the transmitter will be in the normal or stunt ﬂight mode (depending on the position in which the F MODE switch is set).

When the throttle hold switch is toggled toward the front of the transmitter (position 1), throttle hold will be on (activated). Toggling the throttle hold switch to the on position also allows you to safely power down the 2-in-1/motors any time the helicopter is not ﬂying. This allows you to safely handle the helicopter, while the 2-in-1 unit is still armed, regardless of the throttle/collective stick and ﬂight mode switch positions.

Note: If the throttle hold switch is in the on position, and the throttle/collective stick is set to anything above the lowest

possible position with the ﬂight mode switch set to the normal position, the 2-in-1 /motors will power up as soon as the throttle hold switch is set to the off position. This is also the case regardless of the throttle/collective stick position when the ﬂight mode switch is set to the stunt position. You must exercise extreme care and caution when switching the throttle hold switch to the off position. You should always be in the normal ﬂight mode and have the throttle/collective stick set to the lowest possible position BEFORE switching throttle hold off.

Before the First Flight

Although each Blade SR model is factory assembled and tested, you should check the following before making your ﬁrst ﬂight.

Check the security of all screws on your model. Tighten any screws that may be loose and replace any screws or other • parts that may be stripped.

C heck to be sure that the screws securing the main rotor blades in the blade grips are tightened so the blades can pivot •

in the grips when moderate pressure is applied. Never allow the main blades to swing freely in their grips.

Check the security of all the plastic ball link ends on your model. The links should stay attached to the control/linkage • balls even when moderate force is applied. Any link that does not stay attached to the control/linkage ball should be replaced before ﬂight.

Check to be sure that all electronic equipment and wire leads are secure and will not come into contact with any • moving parts.

If this is the ﬁrst test ﬂight or a test ﬂight following repairs, you will also want to center the rudder, aileron and • elevator trims.

Your Blade SR is now ready for ﬂight.•

Choosing a Flying Area

When you are ready for your ﬁrst ﬂight, you will want to select a large, open area that is free of people and obstructions. Until you have properly trimmed, adjusted and become familiar with the handling of the Blade SR, you should make your ﬁrst and subsequent test ﬂights outdoors in CALM air only.

While it is possible for the Blade SR to be ﬂown indoors, we suggest that it only be in a very large indoor facility such as a gym that is also free of people and obstructions. The Blade SR is not intended to be ﬂown in small indoor areas or facilities where it may be possible to ﬂy a coaxial helicopter like the Blade CX2 or Blade CX3.

Flying the Blade SR

Having followed the proper 2-in-1 control unit arming and gyro initialization procedures, conﬁrmed proper control of the servos and motors, and found a suitable ﬂying area, your Blade SR is ready for ﬂight.

Slowly raise the throttle stick, increasing the speed of the main rotor blades until the model begins to lift off. Do not raise • the throttle stick too quickly as the model could climb too fast causing you to lose control or make contact with objects above.

Lift the model off the ground just a few inches and concentrate on balancing the left-hand (throttle) stick position so that • the model holds a steady hover altitude. In some cases it may be best 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.

As you will ﬁnd, the Blade SR requires minor throttle/collective pitch adjustments to maintain its altitude in hover. Remember to keep these adjustments as minimal as possible as large adjustments could result in a loss of control and/ or a possible crash.

While attempting to establish a low-level hover, you can also check to see if any trim adjustments are required to help • keep the Blade SR from constantly drifting in various directions. If you ﬁnd the helicopter constantly drifts without any directional control input, it will be best to land the model before making any adjustments to the trim levers. Additional details regarding the locations and functions of the trim lever can be found in the “Understanding the Primary Flight Controls” section of this manual.

If the nose of the helicopter is drifting to the left or right, you will need to adjust the rudder trim. You can also adjust the tail rotor proportional mix if you experience any difﬁculties in trimming nose drift with the rudder trim lever only. See the “Tail Rotor Proportional Mix Trimmer Pot Adjustment” section of this manual for more information.

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If the helicopter is drifting forward or backward, you will need to adjust the elevator trim. If the helicopter is drifting to the left or right, you will need to adjust the aileron trim.

Continue to make trim adjustments until the helicopter can hover at a low altitude with very little drifting and directional control input. If the Blade SR is your ﬁrst single-rotor and/or collective pitch helicopter model, it may be best to have an experienced helicopter pilot trim the model for you before making your ﬁrst ﬂight.

Note: You can use the throttle trim to adjust the throttle and collective pitch values for a given throttle stick position. For

example, raising the throttle trim will allow the model to hover at a lower throttle stick position.

Once you have the Blade SR properly trimmed and maintaining a stable low-level hover, practice using the rudder, • elevator and aileron controls to get a feel for how the helicopter responds to control inputs. Remember to keep the control inputs as minimal as possible to prevent over-controlling the helicopter, especially when in hover.

When comfortable with hovering the Blade SR at low-levels of altitude just a few inches off the ground, you can • transition to hovering and ﬂying the helicopter at higher altitudes of approximately three to four feet. At these higher altitudes you will be able to get a feel for the ﬂight characteristics of the helicopter when it is ﬂying out of “ground effect.”

Don’t be afraid to set the helicopter down on the ground quickly by lowering the throttle when approaching obstacles • to help prevent main rotor blade strikes. Also, the optional training gear set will help to further prevent damage to the helicopter in the event that you must make an abrupt landing to avoid walls or other obstacles when it is installed.

If at any time during ﬂight you feel like the helicopter is drifting out of control, it is best to return all controls to neutral • and to lower the throttle stick and trim completely or to activate throttle hold. This will help to reduce the amount of damage that may be caused in the event of a crash.

IN THE UNFORTUNATE EVENT OF A CRASH OR ROTOR BLADE STRIKE, NO MATTER HOW MINOR OR MAJOR, YOU MUST • LOWER BOTH THE THROTTLE (LEFT-HAND) STICK AND THROTTLE TRIM TO THEIR LOWEST POSSIBLE POSITION (WHEN IN THE NORMAL FLIGHT MODE) AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ESCs OF THE 2-IN-1 UNIT. YOU CAN ALSO ACTIVATE THROTTLE HOLD IN ANY FLIGHT MODE, REGARDLESS OF THROTTLE STICK POSITION.

Failure to lower both the throttle stick and throttle trim to their lowest possible positions (in the normal ﬂight mode only) or to activate throttle hold (in any ﬂight mode) in the event of a crash could result in damage to the ESCs in the 2-in-1 unit, which may require replacement of the 2-in-1 unit.

While the 2-in-1 control unit main motor and tail motor ESCs are readily capable of handling all in-ﬂight power loads, and even brief momentary bursts beyond these typical loads, they can be damaged if excessive amounts of current are pulled through them for an extended period of time. This period of time may vary depending on many conditions, so it is best to keep any momentary overloads as short as possible in order to prevent damage to the 2-in-1 ESCs.

Note: Crash damage is not covered under warranty.

It is extremely important when hovering and ﬂying the Blade SR to be aware of the power level of the Li-Po battery pack. • If at any time the helicopter begins to require more throttle than typical to maintain hover or ﬂight, or has lost the ability to maintain hover or ﬂight due to signiﬁcant loss of power, land the helicopter and power the motors down IMMEDIATELY to prevent over-discharge of the Li-Po battery pack.

If you continue to run the motors after noticing a loss in power it is possible to discharge the Li-Po battery pack too far, causing permanent damage to the pack. Over-discharge of the Li-Po battery pack can result in shortened ﬂight times, loss of power output or failure of the pack entirely.

Tail Rotor Proportional Mix Trimmer Pot Adjustment

After trimming the primary ﬂight controls and becoming familiar with the handling of the model, you may also need to adjust the tail rotor proportional mixing. The proportional trimmer pot adjusts the amount of tail motor to main motor mixing.

Proportional Pot

After establishing a stable hover, quickly advance the throttle/collective stick upward to “pop” the helicopter up a few feet in altitude while adding no rudder input. During the abrupt increase in altitude, note which direction the nose of the helicopter may yaw/turn. If the nose of the helicopter does not yaw in either direction by a signiﬁcant amount, no adjustment is necessary. However, if the nose of the helicopter yaws to the left, you will want to increase the amount of tail motor to main motor mixing. By turning the proportional trimmer pot clockwise (+), you increase the tail motor/rotor rpm for a given main motor/rotor rpm. This increase in tail motor/rotor rpm will help to push the nose of the helicopter to the right when there is an abrupt change in torque.

If the nose of the helicopter tries to yaw to the right, decrease the tail rotor proportional mix by turning the proportional trimmer pot counterclockwise (-).

Note: You must always power down the 2-in-1 control unit before making adjustments to the proportional mix trimmer

pot. Any changes made to the trimmer pot will not take effect until the 2-in-1 unit is rearmed.

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Main Rotor Blade Tracking Adjustment

CAUTION: Be sure to maintain a safe distance from the helicopter (approximately 10–15 feet) and to wear

appropriate eye protection (such as safety goggles) when tracking the main rotor blades to avoid injury.

Blade tracking is a critical element to the ﬂight performance of just about any helicopter, including the Blade SR. Main rotor blades that are out of track may cause vibration, instability, and loss of power. Although each Blade SR model is test ﬂown and tracked at the factory, you may need to adjust blade tracking after blade changes, repairs, or pitch control link adjustments.

To check main rotor blade tracking and make any required adjustments, please note the following tips:

Before proceeding with the test ﬂight of a new model, or any model to which changes or repairs have been made, be • certain that the main rotor blades have been properly installed and secured. The main blades should be tightened so they can pivot in the blade grip when moderate pressure is applied. Never allow the main blades to swing freely in their grips.

After powering the model on and allowing the 2-in-1 unit and gyro to arm and initialize properly, bring the main rotor • blades of your Blade SR up to speed. You can check the blade tracking either on the ground or in the air at eye level. It might be a good idea to have an assistant on hand to help sight the blades. Again, be certain to maintain a safe distance of approximately 10–15 feet from the helicopter when checking the tracking of the main rotor blades.

Once the main rotor blades have been brought up to speed, note which blade is running low and which blade is running • high (by the colored tracking tape).

Blades Out of Track - Adjustment Necessary

After conﬁrming which blade is running low and which is high, power down the helicopter in order to make any necessary • adjustments to the linkages. You can increase the pitch of the low blade by lengthening its pitch control linkage. This is accomplished by turning one of the Ball Link ends out by one-half to one full turn. Or, you can decrease the pitch of the high blade by shortening the linkage.

Note: The blade you choose to raise or lower when making tracking adjustments will depend on the pitch of each blade.

Because both rotor blades should be as close to 0 degrees as possible when throttle hold is activated (DO NOT attempt to check for 0 degrees pitch in the normal or stunt/idle up ﬂight modes) and the throttle/collective stick is in the middle position, you can easily identify which rotor blade to adjust.

If one blade is “lower” than 0 degrees, raise it to match the other blade. If one blade is “higher” than 0 degrees, lower it to match the other blade.

Typically, not much adjustment should be necessary to properly track the main rotor blades. If signiﬁcant adjustments are required, be sure to double-check the length of both pitch control links (they should be close to the same length). You should also check the blades for any warps or twists. In most cases, you should be able to get both blades tracking perfectly in the same plane. However, due to slight variations in the ball links and threaded linkage rods/pushrods of the pitch control linkages, it may not always be possible to achieve absolutely perfect blade tracking. Don’t worry, as the helicopter should still perform well as long as the blade tracking is adjusted as closely as possible.

Blades In Track - No Adjustment Necessary

Flybar Paddle Tracking Adjustment

While main blade tracking is a critical element of ﬂight performance, proper ﬂybar paddle tracking and positioning is also important in maintaining proper control response and vibration-free operation.

To check ﬂybar paddle tracking, positioning and making adjustments, please note the following tips.

Conﬁrm that both ﬂybar paddles are equally spaced from the ends of the paddle control frame. If they are not equally • spaced, adjust the position of the ﬂybar by loosening the setscrews located in the paddle control frame, then sliding the ﬂybar from side to side until they are.

Be certain that both ﬂybar paddles are parallel to the paddle control frame. If they are not, loosen the screws and nuts in • the ﬂybar paddles and twist the paddles until they are properly aligned and parallel with the paddle control frame.

If you have made certain that both ﬂybar paddles are parallel to the paddle control frame arms, they should now be • parallel to one another. If they are not, take your time making adjustments in order to ensure that both ﬂybar paddles are positioned parallel to one another and the paddle control frame.

Once you have properly positioned and aligned the ﬂybar paddles following these tips, be certain they are ﬁrmly secured • using the screws, washers and hex nuts.

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Flybar Weights, Head Dampening Shims and Fine-Tuning Cyclic Response

Your Blade SR is equipped with two sets of ﬂybar weights that are secured in both the outermost position against the ﬂybar paddle and the innermost position, closest to the head/main shaft.

Note: The innermost collars are used to secure the paddle control frame and should not be moved.

Movable

In the outer position, the weights help provide added stability by increasing the amount of cyclic input required to overcome the gyroscopic force of the ﬂybar paddles. In general, ﬂying with the weights in this position will still provide good cyclic response, but with reduced sensitivity (especially when in hover), when compared to having them positioned closer to the head/main shaft on the ﬂybar. We suggest you make your ﬁrst ﬂights with the ﬂybar weights in this position before making any adjustments.

If, after the ﬁrst few ﬂights, you feel as though the cyclic response is too quick, we recommend moving the inner set of weights out, next to the outer set. With both sets in the outer position, the cyclic response will become noticeably less responsive.

If, after the ﬁrst few ﬂights, you would prefer to have even quicker and more aggressive cyclic response, you can reposition the outer ﬂybar weights so that they are closer in to the head/main shaft on the ﬂybar. It is usually best to move the weights in only a small distance at a time before making each subsequent test ﬂight, until you ﬁnd the position at which you prefer the cyclic response most.

Note: It is important that the weight(s) on each side of the ﬂybar be positioned at a distance equal from the head/main

shaft in order to prevent imbalance that could lead to vibration in the rotor head.

Dampening of the rotor head (main rotor blades) can also be adjusted in order to ﬁne-tune the cyclic response of your model. In general, stiffer dampening will result in quicker cyclic response. The dampening of your Blade SR has been set to provide good stability right out of the box, and we suggest that you make your ﬁrst ﬂights with this amount of dampening before making any changes.

If, after the ﬁrst few ﬂights, you would prefer to have quicker cyclic response, you can stiffen the rotor head dampening by adding shims between the O-ring and step washer on each side of the center hub (see the “Exploded View” drawing and parts listing for reference). Head dampening shims are available separately in packs of eight (EFLH1144); however, you should install only one shim per side at a time before making each subsequent test ﬂight, until you ﬁnd the dampening at which you most prefer the cyclic response (and stability).

Note: You must always install an equal number of shims on each side of the center hub. Note: If you install too many shims, and the dampening becomes too stiff, the helicopter can wobble and shake in ﬂight.

Take care when making testing ﬂights after adding shims to prevent crashing the model as a result of a wobble or shake.

Channel 5 Knob

The HP6DSM transmitter is equipped with an optional-use channel 5 knob (CH 5) located on the forward top right panel, next to the dual rate switch.

This knob allows you to control function of the transmitter’s ﬁfth channel. And while this channel remains unused for ﬂying the Blade SR, it is available for use in controlling a variety of potential optional features including actuation of a servo, electronic components or even for setting the gain of a gyro remotely from the transmitter. It allows fully proportional control of the ﬁfth channel from approximately 0–100% travel.

Though servo reversing is available for this channel, the knob can be operated in either direction for control. You can use either the most clockwise (+) or most counterclockwise (-) position for 0 or 100% travel, and you will achieve approximately 50% travel with the knob in the middle position, pointing directly to the rear of the transmitter.

0% (or 100%) Travel

50% Travel

100% (or 0%) Travel

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Transmitter, Receiver Binding and Fail-Safe

Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identiﬁer) code of a single speciﬁc transmitter. If you ever have to replace the transmitter or the receiver for your model, you will need to “bind” the new transmitter or receiver to your existing transmitter or receiver for proper operation.

During the binding process, the smart fail-safe (SmartSafe™) positions of your system are also set. With SmartSafe, in case of loss of signal, the throttle will go to the preset position that was stored during the binding process and all other channels will hold their last position. And if the 2-in-1 control unit and receiver are powered on before the transmitter, all channels but throttle will go to the fail-safe positions that were stored during the binding process, while the throttle channel will not generate a pulse in order to prevent the ESCs from arming.

Note: Because the SmartSafe positions are set during the binding process, it is important to set all channels to the

preferred fail-safe positions before proceeding. In the case of the Blade SR, we strongly recommend setting the throttle stick and throttle trim to their lowest positions, and the rudder, aileron and elevator sticks and trims to their neutral positions. Channel 5 should be set to your preferred position if you have chosen to use it.

The following steps outline the binding process:

Note: For added safety, disconnect both the main and tail motors from the 2-in-1 control unit before proceeding. Once

the binding process is complete and the ﬂight battery is unplugged from the 2-in-1 unit, reconnect the main and tail motor to the 2-in-1 unit.

In order to bind the Spektrum AR6100e receiver to the transmitter, you must ﬁrst connect the included bind plug to the • battery (BATT) channel pins on the receiver. Then you will need to power on the 2-in-1 unit and receiver by connecting the ﬂight battery to the 2-in-1 BEFORE powering the transmitter on.

When you connect the ﬂight battery to the 2-in-1 unit with the bind plug connected to the battery channel pins on the • receiver, you will see an orange LED blink rapidly on the receiver itself.

Once the orange LED on the receiver begins to blink, it will be time to power the transmitter on in bind mode. To enter • bind mode with the transmitter, pull the trainer (TRAINER) switch toward the front of the transmitter, then, while holding the trainer switch forward, power the transmitter on. You’ve successfully entered bind mode when the transmitter beeps and the red LED located under the door on the bottom left front of the transmitter blinks rapidly. You can release the trainer switch after the transmitter stops beeping and the transmitter will remain in bind mode until the binding process is complete.

Then, once the orange LED on the receiver glows solidly, the receiver is bound to the transmitter.Now you will need to • power down the 2-in-1 control unit, receiver and transmitter, and remove the bind plug from the receiver.

Note: You will need to remove the bind plug from the receiver once it has been bound to the transmitter. If you do not

remove the bind plug, the receiver will enter bind mode every time the 2-in-1 unit and receiver are powered on.

Transmitter and Receiver Range Testing

Because the HP6DSM transmitter features Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM full range technology, it also features a range test mode that allows you to check and ensure that the transmitter and receiver are offering the required range for proper and reliable operation.

Before each ﬂying session, and especially with a new model/receiver, you should perform a range check. To perform a range check, the transmitter must be in the range check/reduced power output mode.

You can enter the range check mode by having the transmitter powered on, then pulling the trainer (TRAINER) switch toward the front of the transmitter. Then, while holding the trainer switch forward, you will need to cycle the dual rate (D RATE) switch from the high position (HI) to the low position (LO) two times (for a total of four dual rate switch position changes).

After cycling the dual rate switch properly while holding the trainer switch, the transmitter should begin to beep. The transmitter is now in range check mode, and will continue to beep and remain in this mode until the trainer switch is released. However, before releasing the trainer switch, it will be necessary to conﬁrm proper range by completing the following steps.

Note: It is helpful to perform the range check with the help of another person that can conﬁrm proper control response

of the model while it is positioned away from you. With the model resting on the ground, stand 30 paces (approximately 90 feet) away from the model.• Face the model with the transmitter in your normal ﬂying position.• You should have total control of the model with the trainer switch pulled at 30 paces (90 feet).•

2010 Ocial Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code

GENERAL

1. A model aircraft shall be deﬁned as a non-human carrying device capable of sustained ﬂight in the atmosphere. It shall not exceed limitations established in this code and is intended to be used exclusively for recreational or competition activity.

2. The maximum takeoff weight of a model aircraft, including fuel, is 55 pounds, except for those ﬂown under the AMA Experimental Aircraft Rules.

3. I will abide by this Safety Code and all rules established for the ﬂying site I use. I will not willfully ﬂy my model aircraft in a reckless and/or dangerous manner.

4. I will not ﬂy my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air shows, or model demonstrations until it has been proven airworthy.

5. I will not ﬂy my model aircraft higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level, when within three (3) miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator. I will yield the right-of-way and avoid ﬂying in the proximity of full-scale aircraft, utilizing a spotter when appropriate.

6. I will not ﬂy my model aircraft unless it is identiﬁed with my name and address, or AMA number, inside or afﬁxed to the outside of the model aircraft. This does not apply to model aircraft ﬂown indoors.

7. I will not operate model aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts (other than air), nor will I operate model aircraft with fuels containing tetranitromethane or hydrazine.

8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode, burn, or propel a projectile of any kind. Exceptions include Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to the model aircraft during ﬂight. Rocket motors up to a G-series size may be used, provided they remain ﬁrmly attached to the model aircraft during ﬂight. Model rockets may be ﬂown in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code; however, they may not be launched from model aircraft. Ofﬁcially designated AMAAir Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as deﬁned within the Air Show Advisory Committee Document.

9. I will not operate my model aircraft while under the inﬂuence of alcohol or within eight (8) hours of having consumed alcohol.

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10. I will not operate my model aircraft while using any drug which could adversely affect my ability to safely control my model aircraft.

11. Children under six (6) years old are only allowed on a ﬂightline or in a ﬂight area as a pilot or while under ﬂight instruction.

12. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply with comparable standards.

RADIO CONTROL

1. All model ﬂying shall be conducted in a manner to avoid over ﬂight of unprotected people.

2. I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground-range check before the ﬁrst ﬂight of a new or repaired model

aircraft.

3. I will not ﬂy my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a proﬁcient ﬂier, unless I am assisted by an

experienced pilot.

4. At all ﬂying sites a line must be established, in front of which all ﬂying takes place. Only personnel associated with ﬂying

the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the line. In the case of airshows demonstrations straight line must be established. An area away from the line must be maintained for spectators. Intentional ﬂying behind the line is prohibited.

5. I will operate my model aircraft using only radio control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications

Commission (FCC). Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.

FREE FLIGHT

1. I will not launch my model aircraft unless I am at least 100 feet downwind of spectators and automobile parking.

2. I will not ﬂy my model aircraft unless the launch area is clear of all individuals except my mechanic, ofﬁcials, and other

ﬂiers.

3. I will use an effective device to extinguish any fuse on the model aircraft after the fuse has completed its function.

CONTROL LINE

1. I will subject my complete control system (including the safety thong where applicable) to an inspection and pull test

prior to ﬂying. The pull test will be in accordance with the current Competition Regulations for the applicable model aircraft category. Model aircraft not ﬁtting a speciﬁc category shall use those pull-test requirements as indicated for Control Line Precision Aerobatics.

2. I will ensure that my ﬂying area is clear of all utility wires or poles and I will not ﬂy a model aircraft closer than 50 feet to

any above-ground electric utility lines.

3. I will ensure that my ﬂying area is clear of all nonessential participants and spectators before permitting my engine to

be started.

Replacement Parts List

Part # Description

EFLA308H ......2-in-1 Helicopter Brushless ESC/Mixer

EFLB0997 ...... 1000mAh 3S 11.1V 15C Li-Po, 20GA

JST/Balance

EFLC3105 ......3-Cell Li-Po Balancing Charger, 0.8A

EFLC4000 ......AC to 12V DC, 1.5 Amp Power Supply

EFLH1057 ...... HP6DSM 6-Channel Transmitter,

2.4GHz DSM2

EFLH1115 ......Bearing 3 x 6 x 2.5mm (2)

EFLH1143 ......Spindle

EFLH1146 ......Rotor Head Set

EFLH1148 ......Paddle Control Frame

EFLH1149 ......Flybar (2)

EFLH1150 ......Paddle Set

EFLH1151 ......Pitch Control Link Set

EFLH1163 ......Paddle Control Frame Pushrod Set

EFLH1165 ......Flybar Weight (2)

EFLH1171 ......Bell Mixer Main Blade Grip Set

EFLH1172 ......Bell Mixer Arm & Pushrod Set

EFLH1215 ......Bearing 4 x 8 x 3mm (2):

EFLH1319 ......Direct-Drive N60 Tail Motor Heat Sink

EFLH1322 ......Direct-Drive N60 Tail Motor

EFLH1323 ...... Direct-Drive Tail Rotor Blade/

Prop Adapter

EFLH1324 ......Direct-Drive Tail Rotor Blade/Prop

EFLH1326W . . . . Stabilizer/Fin Set, White

EFLH1409 ......Pinion Gear, 9T 0.5M

EFLH1444 ......Hook and Loop Battery Strap

EFLH1501 ......Main Frame

EFLH1502 ......Landing Gear

EFLH1503 ......Tail Boom, Blue

EFLH1505 ......Direct-Drive Tail Motor Mount

EFLH1506 ......Horizontal Stabilizer/Fin Mount

EFLH1508 ......Main Shaft (2)

EFLH1509 ......Main Gear

EFLH1510 ......Main Shaft Retaining Collar

EFLH1511 ......Swashplate

EFLH1512 ......Center Hub

EFLH1513 ......O-Ring & Shim Set

EFLH1514 ......Hardware Set

EFLH1515 ......Servo Pushrod Set

EFLH1516 ......3900Kv Brushless Motor

EFLH1517 ......Motor Mount

EFLH1518 ...... 245mm Wood Main Rotor Blade

Set, White

EFLH1519 ......Micro Helicopter Main Blade Holder

EFLH1520 ......Blade SR Canopy, Blue

EFLH1522 ......Canopy Mount Asm

EFLH1524 ......Anti-Rotation Bracket/Guide

EFLH1525 ......Blade Grip Bolts

EFLRG110HL .... 11.0-Gram G110 Micro Heading Lock

Gyro

EFLRS75H ...... 7.5-Gram DS75 Digital Sub-Micro

Helicopter Servo

SPMAR6110E . . . AR6110e DSM2 ML 6-Channel Receiver

End Pin, Air

Optional Parts List

Part # Description

EFLH1528 ......Hook & Loop Tape

EFLH1129 ......Mounting Accessories & Wrench

EFLH1410 ......Pinion Gear, 10T 0.5M

EFLH1504 ......Tail Boom, Black

EFLH1507 ......Tail Motor Wire Lead

EFLH1514 ......Hardware Set:

EFLH1521 ......Blade SR Canopy, Red

EFLH1523 ......Spindle/Feathering Shaft (2)

EFLH1527 ......Training Gear Set

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Exploded View Parts Listings

# Item Description

1 EFLH1150 ......Flybar Paddle

2 EFLH1165 ......Flybar Weight 1.6 x 6 x 5mm

3 EFLH1148 ...... Flybar Retaining Collar

3 x 7 x 5mm

4 EFLH1149 ......Flybar 1.5 x 200mm

5 EFLH1148 ......Paddle Control Frame

6 EFLH1146 ......Rotor Head Frame B

7 EFLH1512 ......Center Hub Cap

8 EFLH1146 ......Rotor Head Frame A

9 EFLH1146 ......Rotor Head

10 EFLH1512 ......Center Hub

11 EFLH1513 ......O-Ring 2 x 6mm

12 EFLH1151 ......Pitch Control Link

13 EFLH1151 ......Pitch Control Rod 1.4 x 10mm

14 EFLH1523 ......Spindle

15 EFLH1163 ......Paddle Control Frame Pushrod

16 EFLH1512 ...... Socket Head Cap Screw 2 x 9mm

17 EFLH1513 ......Shim 3.1 x 5.6 x 0.1mm

17 EFLH1172 ......Shim 3.1 x 5.6 x 0.1mm

18 EFLH1171 ......Step Washer 3.1 x 5.5 x 0.5mm

19 EFLH1150 ......Pan Head Screw 2 x 6mm

20 EFLH1514 ......Setscrew 3 x 3mm

21 EFLH1514 ......Nut 2mm

22 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screw 2.6 x 6mm

23 EFLH1115 ......Bearing 3x 6 x 2.5mm

24 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screw 1.4 x 3mm

25 EFLH1171 ......Brass Spacer 3.1 x 4 x 3.1mm

26 EFLH1172 ......Bell Mixer Arm Pushrod

27 EFLH1171 ......Blade Grip

28 EFLH1514 ...... Socket Head Cap Screw 2 x 12mm

29 EFLH1518 ......Blades

30 EFLH1514 ......Flat Washer 2.2 x 5 x 0.5mm

31 EFLH1514 ...... Socket Head Cap Screw 2 x 6mm

32 EFLH1172 ......Bell Mixer Arm

33 EFLH1172 ...... B/M Arm Bushing 2.9 x 3.4 x 7mm

34 EFLH1514 ...... Washer- Special 1.8 x 5.2 x 0.1mm

35 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screw 1.7 x 4mm

36 EFLH1511 ......Swashplate

37 EFLH1508 ......Main Shaft 4 x 79mm

38 EFLH1510 ......Main Shaft Collar

39 EFLH1515 ......Servo Pushrod 1.6 x 16mm

40 EFLH1515 ......Servo Pushrod Link

41 EFLH1515 ......Servo Pushrod 1.6 x 28mm

42 EFLH1215 ......Main Shaft Brg 4 x 8 x 3mm

43 EFLH1509 ......Main Gear 140T

44 EFLH1501 ......Right Frame

45 EFLH1501 ......Left Frame

46 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screw 1.7 x 6mm

47 EFLH1514 ......Socket Head Cap Screw 2 x 10mm

48 EFLH1524 ......Anti-Rotation Bracket

49 EFLH1522 ......Canopy Mount Rod 2 x 30mm

50 EFLH1522 ......Canopy Mount Ends

51 EFLH1502 ......Landing Gear Asm

52 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screws 1.6 x 6mm

# Item Description

53 EFLH1409 ......Pinion 9T

54 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screw 3 x 6mm

55 EFLH1517 ......Motor Mount

56 EFLH1516 ......Brushless Motor

57 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screw 2 x 6mm

58 EFLH1503 ......Tail Boom Blue 7x 8 x 271mm

59 EFLH1507 ......Tail Motor Wire Lead

60 EFLH1506 ......Lower Horz. Fin Mount

61 EFLH1506 ......Upper Horz. Fin Mount

62 EFLH1326W .....Horizontal Fin

63 EFLH1326W .....Vert Fin

64 EFLH1505 ......Tail Motor Mount

65 EFLH1514 ......Flat Washer 2 x 4 x 0.4mm

66 EFLH1514 ......Pan Head Screw 1.6 x 3mm

67 EFLH1323 ......Tail Rotor Adapter

68 EFLH1324 ......Tail Rotor Blade

69 EFLH1514 ......Flat Washer-Special 2 x 8 x 1.2mm

70 EFLH1322 ......Tail Motor

71 EFLH1319 ......Tail Motor Heat Sink

72 EFLDS75H ......Servos

73 EFLH1515 ......Control Ball

74 EFLH1514 ......Flat Head CS Screw

75 EFLH1514 ......Nylock Nut 2mm

76 EFLRG110HL ....Gyro

77 EFLA308H ......ESC

78 EFLH1514 ......Hook & Loop Strap

79 EFLH0997 ......1000mAh 3-Cell Li-Po Battery

80 EFLH1520 ......Canopy

81 SPMAR6110E . . . Receiver

82 EFLH1519 ......Blade Holder

83 EFLH1522 ......Canopy Grommet

Exploded View

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Warranty and Repair Policy

Warranty Period: Exclusive Warranty- Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser.

Limited Warranty: Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice and disclaims all other warranties, express or implied.

(a) This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser (“Purchaser”) and is not transferable. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. This warranty covers only those Products purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer. Third party transactions are not covered by this warranty. Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims.

(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

(c) Purchaser Remedy- Horizon’s sole obligation hereunder shall be that Horizon will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. In the event of a defect, these are the Purchaser’s exclusive remedies. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modiﬁcation of or to any part of the Product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment.

Damage Limits: HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCT, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT LIABILITY. 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, modiﬁcation 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 this Product, you are advised to return this 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).

Warranty Services Questions, Assistance, and Repairs: Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support

or repair. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance. For questions or assistance, please direct your email to productsupport@horizonhobby.com, or call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a Product Support representative.

Inspection or Repairs: If this Product needs to be inspected or repaired, please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. A Service Repair Request is available at www.horizonhobby.com on the “Support” tab. If you do not have internet access, please include a letter with your complete name, street address, email address and phone number where you can be reached during business days, your RMA number, a list of the included items, method of payment for any non-warranty expenses and a brief summary of the problem. Your original sales receipt must also be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.

Warranty Inspection and Repairs: To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby.

Non-Warranty Repairs: Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair 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. By submitting the item for repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without notiﬁcation. Repair estimates are available

upon request. You must include this request with your repair. Non-warranty repair estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Please advise us of your preferred method of payment. Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. If you choose to pay by credit card, please include your credit card number and expiration date. Any repair left unpaid or unclaimed after 90 days will be considered abandoned and will be disposed of accordingly. Please note: non-warranty repair is only available on electronics and model engines.

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(Electronics and engines)

4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign, Illinois 61822 USA

877-504-0233 productsupport @horizonhobby.com

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Compliance Information for the European Union

The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the noted certiﬁcations for this product as authorized for sale and use:

AT BG CZ CY DE DK ES FI GR HU IE IT LT LU LV MT NL PL PT RO SE SI SK UK

Declaration of Conformity

(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1) No. HH20100225U1 Products: Blade SR RTF

Item Numbers: EFLH1500EU1, EFLH1500EU2, EFLH1500UK1, EFLH1500UK2, EFLH1500FR1, EFLH1500FR2 Equipment Class: 2

The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the speciﬁcations listed below, following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:

EN 300-328 Technical requirements for Radio equipment. EN 301 489-1, 301 489-17 General EMC requirements EN 60950 Safety

Signed for and on behalf of:

Steven A. Hall Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby, Inc.

Horizon Hobby, Inc. Champaign, IL USA Feb 25, 2010

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 collection 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 ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city ofﬁce,your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

US Patent 7,391,320. Other Patents Pending DSM and DSM2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, Inc.

The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. Spektrum radios and accessories are exclusively available from Horizon Hobby, Inc.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Einleitung ................................................................................46

Warnung .................................................................................46

Product Support ...........................................................................46

Zusätzliche Vorsichtsmaßnahmen und Warnungen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Speziﬁkationen ............................................................................47

Blade SR RTF Lieferumfang ...................................................................47

Vorbereitung für den Erstﬂug ..................................................................48

Checkliste für den Flug ......................................................................48

Empfehlungen und Warnungen zur Handhabung von Li-Po Akkus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Laden des Akku . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Ladefehler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Einsetzen der Sender Batterien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Einsetzen des Flugakkus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Der Schwerpunkt (CG) .......................................................................52

Sender Kontroll Identiﬁkation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Funktionsüberprüfung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

2 in 1 Control Board Beschreibung , Armierung und Motor Kontroll Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Kreisel Einstellung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Kreisel Initialisierung und Test ..................................................................60

Einstellen der Kreiselempﬁndlichkeit (Gain Adjustment) ................................................61

Einstellen der Trimmung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Servo Mode Einstellungen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Montage des optionalen Trainingsgestells .........................................................62

Beschreibung der Flugsteuerung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Dual Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Normaler und Stunt Flug Modus ................................................................68

Throttle Hold ..............................................................................70

Vor dem Erstﬂug ...........................................................................71

Das ideale Fluggebiet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Fliegen des Blade SR ........................................................................71

Heckrotor/Pitch Mischer Einstellung .............................................................72

Einstellen des Rotorblattspurlaufs ...............................................................73

Einstellen der Paddelstange ...................................................................74

Paddelstangengewichte, Blattlager und Feineinstellung des Rotorkopfes ...................................75

Der Kanal 5 Drehknopf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Binden von Sender und Empfänger, Fail- Safe Einstellungen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Reichweitentest ...........................................................................78

Ersatzteilliste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Optionale Parts Liste ........................................................................79

Teileliste für Explosionszeichnung ...............................................................80

Explosionszeichnung ........................................................................81

Garantie und Service Informationen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

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Einleitung

Ihr Blade SR ist absolut der beste Weg um den Umstieg von einem Koaxial Helikopter zu einem Single Rotor Helikopter sicher und erfolgreich zu machen!

Aus der Box heraus ist er Anfängerfreundlich mit niedrigen Steigraten und kleineren Rollraten eingestellt. Dieses kombiniert mit einem robusten zweiteiligen Chassis und einer niedrigeren Rotorkopfdrehzahl, macht den Blade SR gutmütiger als die meisten anderen Pitchgesteuerten Helikopter. Der Blade SR kann ebenfalls bei leichtem Wind auch draußen geﬂogen werden.

Warnung

Ein RC Helikopter ist kein Spielzeug. Bei falschem oder nicht sachgemäßen Gebrauch können ernsthafte Verletzungen Ihrer oder Dritter oder Sachbeschädigungen die Folge sein.

Fliegen Sie nur in oder auf geeigneten Plätzen, vorzugsweise zugelassenen Modellﬂugplätzen und befolgen Sie sie die dort bestehenden Vorschriften.

Halten Sie alle Gegenstände oder Körperteile vom Helikopter fern, die sich in den Haupt und Heckrotorblättern verfangen können. Diese gilt insbesondere für lose Kleidung, Stifte oder Schraubendreher. Bitte achten Sie besonders auf Ihre Hände.

Product Support

For assistance in charging, setting up, binding or operating your Blade SR, please see page 83 to contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support ofﬁce.

Zusätzliche Vorsichtsmaßnahmen und Warnungen

Als Nutzer dieses Produktes, sind Sie allein verantwortlich, es in einer Art und Weise zu benutzen, die eine eigene Gefährdung und die anderer oder Beschädigung an anderem Eigentum ausschließt.

Das Modell ist ferngesteuert und anfällig für bestimmte äußere Einﬂüsse. Diese Einﬂüsse können zum vorübergehenden Verlust der Steuerfähigkeit führen, so dass es immer sinnvoll ist, genügend Sicherheitsabstand in alle Richtungen um das Modell zu haben.

Fliegen Sie nie mit fast leeren oder schwachen Senderbatterien• Fliegen Sie immer weit weg genug von Autos, Verkehr oder Personen• Fliegen Sie Ihr Modell nicht auf der Straße oder belebten Plätzen• Beachten Sie vorsichtig alle Hinweise und Warnungen für das Modell und allen dazu gehörigen Equipment.• Halten Sie alle Chemikalien, Kleinteile und elektrische Bauteile aus der Reichweite von Kindern.• Feuchtigkeit beschädigt die Elektronik. Vermeiden Sie jeglichen Wasserkontakt mit allen Bauteilen, die nicht dafür •

gemacht oder entsprechend geschützt sind. Lecken Sie niemals an Teilen von Ihrem Modell oder nehmen diese in den Mund, da diese Sie ernsthaft verletzten oder •

töten können.

Speziﬁkationen

Länge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485mm

Höhe ........................ 176mm

Hauptrotordurchmesser . . . . . . . . . . 552mm

Heckrotordurchmesser ........... 82mm

Gewicht mit Akku . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340g

Hauptmotor ................... Brushless 3900 Kv (installiert)

Heckrotor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Direct Drive N60 (installiert)

Akku . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3S 11,1 Volt 1000mAh LiPo (enthalten)

Ladegerät . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3S 11,1 LiPo Lader

Netzgerät . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Volt Netzgerät

Sender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HP6DSM 2.4 Ghz DSM Microlite (installiert)

Empfänger .................... Spektrum AR6110e 2,4 Ghz DSM Microlite (installiert)*

On Board Elektronik . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-in-1 Mixer / ESC (installiert)

Servos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DS 75 Digitale Sub-Micro (3 installiert)

Kreisel ....................... G110 Micro Heading Lock (installiert)

* Die CCPM Taumelscheibenprogrammierung des Senders ist auf den Helikopter abgestimmt. Bitte betreiben Sie damit keine

anderen Helikopter.

Blade SR RTF Lieferumfang

Artikel Nummer Beschreibung

Nicht separat erhältlich ........... Blade SR RTF Rumpf

EFLH1057 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HP6DSM 6 Kanal Sender 2.4 Ghz DSM2:BSR

EFLB0997 .................... 1000mAh 3S 11.1 V 15C LiPo, 20AWG/JST Balance

EFLC3105 .................... 3S 11,1 LiPo Balancer Ladegerät 0,8A

EFLC4000 .................... 230 V 1,5 Ampere Netzgerät

EFLH1519 .................... Micro Helikopter Blatthalter: BSR

EFLH1129 .................... Schraubenschlüssel und Montageaccessories

EFLH1528 .................... selbstklebendes Klettband

EFLH1444 .................... Klettband Schlaufe

FUG4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 AA Alkaline Batterien

Es ist kein weiteres Zubehör notwendig.

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Vorbereitung für den Erstﬂug

Wir weisen darauf hin, dass diese Checkliste nicht als Ersatz für das sorgfältige Lesen der kompletten Bedienungsanleitung gedacht ist.

Entnehmen und inspizieren Sie die Bauteile.

Lesen Sie bitte als erstes die Bedienungsanleitung des Ladegerätes durch, damit Sie die Akkus laden können. • Laden Sie den Flugakku.• Setzen Sie die 4 AA Alkaline Batterien in den Sender ein.• Installieren Sie den den Flugakku am Helikopter (wenn er voll geladen ist)• Überprüfen Sie den Schwerpunkt (CG)• Testen Sie die Kontrollen• Installieren Sie das Trainingsgestell (Art. Nr. EFLH1527 dringend empfohlen wenn dieses Ihr erster Flug mit einem •

Collective Pitch gesteuerten Helikopter ist) Machen Sie sich mit den Kontrollen vertraut• Finden Sie ein geeignetes Flugfeld•

Checkliste für den Flug

Wir weisen darauf hin, dass diese Checkliste nicht als Ersatz für das sorgfältige Lesen der kompletten Bedienungsanleitung gedacht ist

Schalten Sie immer den Sender zuerst ein und stellen ihn ca. einen Meter vom Flugzeug entfernt ❏ Schließen Sie dann den Flugakku an dem 2 in 1 Controllboard an ❏ Lassen Sie dem 2 in 1 Controllboard etwas Zeit zum initialisieren und armieren ❏ Fliegen Sie das Modell ❏ Landen Sie das Modell ❏ Trennen Sie den Flugakku vom 2 in 1 Controllboard ❏ Schalten Sie den Sender IMMER zuletzt aus ❏

Empfehlungen und Warnungen zur Handhabung von Li-Po Akkus

Obwohl das mit dem Blade SR gelieferte 3S 11,1V Li-Po Balancer Ladegerät (EFLC3105) speziell für das sichere Laden von den 3S 11,1 Volt 1000 mAh Li-Po Akkus entwickelt wurde, ist es zwingend erforderlich, dass Sie das nun folgende Kapitel zur Handhabung und Ladung von Li-Po Akkus vor dem Laden oder Handhabung des Akkus durchlesen.

Lithium Polymer Akkus sind signiﬁkant empﬁndlicher als Alkaline Batterien oder Ni-Cd / Nimh Akkus, die auch im RC Modellbau eingesetzt werden. Allen Herstellerinstruktionen und Warnungen zur Handhabung dieser Akkus ist zwingend Folge zu leisten. Die falsche Behandlung von LI-Po Akkus kann Feuer zur Folge haben. Bitte befolgen Sie auch immer die Anweisungen des Herstellers zur Entsorgung der Akkus.

Beim Handling, Laden oder Gebrauch von Li-Po Akkus übernehmen Sie die Risiken die damit einher gehen. Sollten Sie damit nicht einverstanden sein, geben Sie Ihr komplettes Blade SR Set unbenutzt dort zurück, wo Sie es gekauft haben.

Laden Sie den 3 S 11,1 Volt Li-Po Akku in einer sicheren Umgebung, nicht in der Nähe von entﬂammbaren Materialien.• Laden Sie den Akku nicht im Helikopter.• Laden Sie niemals den Akku unbeaufsichtigt. Während des Ladens sollten Sie den Akku immer im Blick haben, um bei •

eventuellen Problemen schnell reagieren zu können. Lassen Sie den Akku nach dem Fliegen auf Raumtemperatur abkühlen, bevor Sie ihn wieder laden.•

Sie MÜSSEN das im Lieferumfang enthaltene 3S 11,1 Volt Balancer Ladegerät (Art.Nr. EFLC3105) verwenden. Ein nicht • sachgemäßer Umgang mit dem Akku kann Verletzungen, Beschädigungen oder Feuer zur Folge haben. Verwenden Sie keines Falls Ni-Cd oder NiMh Ladegeräte!

Sollte beim Laden oder im Flug der Akku beginnen sich aufzublähen oder anzuschwellen, stoppen Sie den Ladevorgang • oder den Flug unverzüglich. Ziehen Sie den Akkustecker und bringen Sie den Akku in eine sichere offene Gegend, weit weg von entﬂammbaren Materialien. Beobachten Sie den Akku für weitere 15 Minuten aus sicherer Entfernung. Ein fortgesetztes Laden oder Fliegen eines aufblähenden oder anschwellenden Akku kann ein Feuer zur Folge haben. Auch Akkus, die nur etwas angeschwollen oder aufgebläht sind, können nicht mehr verwendet werden.

In Falle eines Absturzes trennen Sie schnell den Akku und entfernen Sie ihn vom Modell.• Bringen Sie ihn an einen sicheren Ort, weg von brennbaren Materialien und beobachten ihn für weitere 15 Minuten. • Lagern Sie den Akku halbvoll (3,8 Volt per Zelle; 11,4 Volt für 3S) bei Raumtemperatur in einer trockenen Umgebung. • Während des Transportes oder vorübergehender Lagerung sollte die Temperatur 4° Celsius nicht unterschreiten und 50° •

Celsius nicht überschreiten. Lagern Sie den Akku oder das Modell mit Akku nicht im Auto oder im direkten Sonnenlicht. Im heißen Auto kann der Akku beschädigt werden oder sogar Feuer fangen.

Li-Po Akkus sollten nie zu tief entladen werden. Dieses kann mangelnde Leistung mit reduzierter Power oder ein • Versagen des Akkus zur Folge haben.

Die Spannung des Akku sollte während des Fluges pro Einzelzelle nicht unter 3 Volt pro Zelle oder 9 Volt der 3 Zellen zusammen fallen.

Der Blade SR ist nicht mit einem Unterspannungsschutz ausgerüstet. Wir empfehlen daher dringend während des Fluges darauf zu achten, ob für den Flug oder Schwebeﬂug mehr Gas / Pitch als sonst benötigt wird. Ist dieses der Fall, landen Sie bitte unverzüglich um eine Tiefentladung und eine mögliche Beschädigung des Akkus zu vermeiden. Sollten Sie den Motor weiterlaufen lassen besteht die Gefahr den Akku irreparabel zu beschädigen.

Ein tiefentladener Akku kann zu kürzeren Flugzeiten, Leistungsverlust oder komplettem Versagen führen.

Laden des Akku

Es ist sehr wichtig den im im Lieferumfang enthaltenen 3S 11,1 Volt 1000 mAh Akku ( EFLB0997) ausschließlich mit dem mitgelieferten 3S 11,1 Volt Lipo Balancer Ladegerät zu laden. Das Akku Pack ist mit einer speziellen Sicherheitsschaltung versehen und einem Balanceranschluß, der nur in dieses Ladegerät paßt. Sollten Sie versuchen, das Akku mit anderen Ladegeräten zu laden, könnte dieses ernsthafte Beschädigungen zur Folge haben.

Bitte machen Sie sich mit den Akku Warnungen und Richtlinien vertraut bevor Sie weitermachen. Das im Lieferumfang enthaltene 3S 11,1 Volt LiPo Balancer Ladegerät lädt einen nahezu entladenen nicht tief entladenen)

Akku in 1,2 - 1,5 Stunden. In einigen Fällen kann die Ladezeit kürzer ausfallen, je nach verbliebener Restkapazität in den Akku.

Laden Sie niemals den Akku unbeaufsichtigt.

Hinweis: Der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Akku wird teilgeladen geliefert. Aus diesem Grund kann für die erste Ladung

nur 30 - 50 Minuten benötigt werden.

Das Ladegerät benötigt bis zu 1,5 A aus 11,5 bis 15 Volt Eingangspannung. Im Lieferumfang enthalten ist ein 12 Volt Netzteil. Sie dürfen das Ladegerät ausschließlich nur mit einem geeigneten Netzeil betreiben.

Hinweis: Wenn Sie das Ladegerät mit dem Netzteil betreiben ,ist der 12 Volt Krokodilklemmenanschluß inaktiv. Sie sollten

jedoch immer dafür sorgen, dass beide Anschlüsse sich nicht berühren, um evtl. Kurzschlüsse und Schäden an den Akkus zu vermeiden.

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Die Stromversorgung kann ebenfalls über ein 12 Volt Blei Gel Akku oder eine Auto Batterie erfolgen.

Das Ladegerät ist mit zwei LEDs ( Rot und Grün) ausgestattet. Blinken und Leuchten der LEDs zeigt den Ladestatus an

Rote LED blinkt:• Ladegerät an Netz / 12 Volt angeschlossen - kein Akku angeschlossen Rot und Grün leuchtet: • Akku mit dem Ladegerät verbunden und lädt Rote LED leuchtet: • Laden fertig Rot und Grüne LED blinken: • Ladefehler

Sobald Sie das Ladegerät an eine Stromquelle angeschlossen haben, (bitte achten Sie dabei auf die richtige Polarität) fängt die rote LED an zu blinken. Das Ladegerät ist dann bereit zum Anschluß eines Akkus.Schließen Sie den LiPo Pack mit dem Balanceranschluß an das Ladegerät an. Der Balanceranschluß ist gegen Verpolen gesichert.

Wenn der Akku ordnungsgemäß angeschlossen ist, leuchten die rote und grüne LED und zeigen damit den Ladevorgang an. Ist der Akku vollgeladen geht die grüne LED aus und nur die rote LED leuchtet. Der Balancerstecker des Akku kann nun vom Ladegerät abgezogen werden und ist für den Flug bereit.

Ladefehler

Für den Fall, dass beide LED leuchten ist ein Ladefehler aufgetreten. Hierzu zwei Beispiele.

Wechselndes Blinken der roten und grünen LED. Dieses Blinken zeigt an , dass der Ladevorgang unterbrochen wurde • Eine Ursache kann eine Unterbrechung der Stromversorgung oder eine Spannungsschwankung sein. Bitte überprüfen Sie in diesem Fall ob die Steckverbindungen der 12 Volt Versorgung oder die des Netzgerätes richtig angeschlossen sind.

Nachdem Sie die Anschlüsse überprüft und die Stromversorgung wieder hergestellt haben, starten Sie den Ladevorgang erneut. Beobachten Sie den Ladevorgang um sicher zu stellen, dass der Fehler nicht erneut auftritt.

Gleichzeitiges Blinken der roten und grünen LED. •

Das gleichzeitige Blinken der roten und grünen LED zeigt an, dass die Spannung des Lipo Akku zu gering ist, um mit der sicheren Ladung zu beginnen. Grund dafür kann sein, dass der Akku zu tief entladen ist oder eine Zelle des Akku beschädigt ist . Trennen Sie den Akku vom Ladegerät und schließen ihn für einen weiteren Versuch erneut an.

Sollte dieser Fehler auch nach einem weiteren Versuch bestehen bleiben, ist der Akku defekt und muß durch einen neuen ersetzt werden.

Sollten Sie weitere Fragen zum Thema Laden und Ladefehler haben, kontakten Sie bitte das Horizon Service Team unter + 49 (0) 4121 46199 66.

Einsetzen der Sender Batterien

Setzen Sie die 4 mitgelieferten AA Batterien in den Sender ein. Überprüfen Sie bei dem Einschalten den Ladezustand der Batterien. Der LCD Monitor auf dem Sender zeigt Ihnen dazu die Spannung an. Sollte sich die Spannung unter 4,5 Volt bewegen, hören Sie einen Alarm und sollten die Batterien wechseln.

Hinweis: Der HP6DSM Sender Ihres Blade SR ist mit der Spektrum 2.4Ghz DSM2 Technik ausgestattet, die nicht die

Eingangsspannung und den hohen Stromverbrauch eines herkömmlichen 35 Mhz Sender hat.

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Einsetzen des Flugakkus

Bitte verwenden Sie zur Akkubefestigung das mitgelieferte Klettband. Wir empfehlen die weiche Seite des Klettbandes für die Akkuseite und Hakenseite für den Rahmen des Helikopters.

Der Schwerpunkt (CG)

Haben Sie den Akku befestigt, ist es notwendig den Schwerpunkt des Helikopters zu überprüfen. Setzen Sie dazu auch bitte die Kabinenhaube auf das Modell. Richten Sie den Rotor so aus, dass die Rotorblätter nach vorne und hinten zeigen und die Paddelstange rechwinklig nach links und rechts. Heben Sie den Helikopter an der Paddelstange hoch. Er sollte gerade oder etwas nach vorne unten geneigt ausgewogen sein.

Überprüfen Sie vor jedem Flug den Schwerpunkt des Helikopters, insbesondere dann wenn Sie andere Arten und Typen von Akkus einsetzen.

An der Paddelstange anheben

Gerade oder leicht nach vorne geneigt

Sender Kontroll Identiﬁkation

Hinweis: Bitte schalten Sie vor jedem Flug erst die Anlage ein und verbinden dann den Akku mit dem 2 in 1 Controlboard.

Nach jedem Flug stecken Sie bitte erst den Akku ab und schalten dann den Empfänger aus.

Gas Trimmung

Roll Trimmung

Nick Trimmung

Seitenruder Trimmung

Nick Trimmung

Roll Trimmung

Gas Trimmung

Seitenruder Trimmung

Seitenruder/GasPitch Funktion

Seitenruder/Nick Funktion

Roll/Nick Funktion

Roll/Gas-Pitch Funktion

Mode 1

Mode 2

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Blade SR Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual