E-flite UMX™ P3 Revolution Instruction Manual

UMX™ P3 Revolution

Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni

NOTICE

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Meaning of Special Language:

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

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superﬁ cial injury.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the

product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, trafﬁ c and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not speciﬁ cally designed and protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.

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

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Always keep the transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered.

• Always remove batteries before disassembly.

• Always keep moving parts clean.

• Always keep parts dry.

• Always let parts cool after use before touching.

• Always remove batteries after use.

• Always ensure failsafe is properly set before ﬂ ying.

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.

• Never touch moving parts.

Table of Contents

Transmitter and Receiver Binding ...........................4

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

ESC/Receiver Arming, Battery Installation and

Center of Gravity ....................................................5

Control Direction Tests ...........................................6

Control Centering ..................................................7

Control Horn Settings .............................................7

Dual Rates .............................................................7

DX4e and DX5e Expo Activation and Deactivation ..8

Flying Tips and Repairs ..........................................9

Speciﬁ cations

16 in (523mm)

18.8 in (400mm)

Post Flight Checklist ..............................................9

Power Components Service .................................10

Troubleshooting Guide .........................................11

Limited Warranty .................................................12

Warranty and Service Information ........................14

IC Information ......................................................14

FCC Information ...................................................14

Compliance Information for the European Union ...14

Replacement Parts ...............................................54

Optional Parts and Accessories ............................55

Installed

Motor: 180BL 3000Kv Brushless

Outrunner (EFLUM180BLB)

Receiver :

Receiver BL-ESC (SPMAS6410LBL)

(2) 2.3-Gram Performance Linear Long Throw Servo (SPMSA2030L)

DSM2 6 Ch Ultra Micro AS3X®

Needed to Complete

Recommended Battery: 200mAh 2S

7.4V 30C Li-Po, 26AWG (EFLB2002S30)

Wing Area: 85 sq. in. (547 sq. cm.)

Preﬂ ight Checklist

1. Charge ﬂ ight battery.

2. Install ﬂ ight battery in aircraft (once it has been fully charged).

3. Bind aircraft to transmitter.

4. Make sure linkages move freely.

5. Perform Control Direction Test with transmitter.

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3.03 oz (86 g)

Recommended Battery Charger: Celectra™ 2S 7.4V DC Li-Po Charger (EFLUC1007)

Recommended Transmitter: Spektrum™ DSM2®/DSMX® full range with dual-rates (DX4e and up)

6. Set dual rates and expos.

7. Adjust center of gravity.

8. Perform a radio system Range Check.

9. Find a safe and open area.

10. Plan ﬂ ight for ﬂ ying ﬁ eld conditions.

Transmitter and Receiver Binding

Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identiﬁ er) code of a single speciﬁ c transmitter. You need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation.

Any full range Spektrum DSM2/DSMX transmitter can bind to the DSM2/DSMX receiver. Please visit www. bindnﬂ y.com for a complete list of compatible transmitters.

Binding Procedure

CAUTION: When using a Futaba transmitter with a Spektrum DSM® module, you must reverse the

throttle channel and rebind. Refer to your Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe instructions. Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel.

1. Refer to your transmitter’s unique instructions for binding to a receiver (location of transmitter’s Bind control).

2. Make sure the ﬂ ight battery is disconnected from the aircraft.

3. Power off your transmitter.

4. Connect the ﬂ ight battery in the aircraft. The receiver LED will begin to ﬂ ash rapidly (typically after 5 seconds).

5. Make sure the transmitter controls are neutral and the throttle and throttle trim are in low position.

6. Put your transmitter into bind mode. Refer to your transmitter’s manual for binding button or switch instructions.

7. After 5 to 10 seconds, the receiver status LED will turn solid, indicating that the receiver is bound

to the transmitter. If the LED does not turn solid, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at the back of the manual.

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DSM2/DSMX technology

For subsequent ﬂ ights, power ON the transmitter for 5 seconds before connecting the ﬂ ight battery.

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)

When a Li-Po battery is discharged below 3V per cell, it will not hold a charge. The aircraft’s ESC protects the ﬂ ight battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Once the battery discharges to 3V per cell, the LVC will reduce the power to the motor in order to leave adequate power to the receiver and servos to land the airplane.

When the motor power decreases, land the aircraft immediately and replace or recharge the ﬂ ight battery.

Always disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft after each ﬂ ight. Charge your Li-Po battery to about half capacity before storage. Make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell. Failure to unplug a connected battery will result in trickle discharge.

For your ﬁ rst ﬂ ights, set your transmitter timer or a stopwatch to 5 minutes. Adjust your timer for longer or shorter ﬂ ights once you have ﬂ own the model.

NOTICE: Repeated ﬂ ying to LVC will damage the battery.

1-2-3-4-5 Sec.

ESC/Receiver Arming, Battery Installation and Center of Gravity

CAUTION: Always keep hands away from the

propeller. When armed, the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement.

Arming the ESC/receiver also occurs after binding as previously described, but subsequent connection of a ﬂ ight battery requires the following steps.

AS3X

The AS3X throttle stick or trim is increased for the first time. Once active, the control surfaces may move rapidly and noisily on the aircraft. This is normal. AS3X technology will remain active until the battery is disconnected.

1. Remove the battery hatch from the fuselage.

2. Install flight battery in the center of battery try.

system will not activate until the

Ensure the battery is secured by the hook and loop strip.

Center of Gravity (CG)

At the wing root of the bottom wing, measure back 19mm from the leading edge where the wing meets the fuselage. The easiest way to achieve CG is to balance the aircraft inverted.

3. Lower the throttle and throttle trim to the lowest settings on your transmitter. Power on your transmitter, then wait 5 seconds.

4. Connect the battery to the ESC, noting proper polarity. Keep the plane immobile and away from wind for 5 seconds to allow the AS3X system to initialize. A series of tones and a continuous LED indicates a successful connection.

19mm

CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po

battery from the ESC when not ﬂ ying to eliminate power supplied to the motor. The ESC does not have an arming switch and will respond to any transmitter input when a signal is present.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po

battery from the ESC when not ﬂ ying to avoid over-discharging the battery. Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may become damaged, resulting in loss of performance and potential ﬁ re when batteries are charged.

Control Direction Tests

Traditional Control Direction Test

You should bind your aircraft and transmitter before doing these tests. Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control surfaces move correctly and in the

proper direction. Make sure the tail linkages move freely and that paint or decals are not adhered to them.

AS3X® Control Direction Test

This test is meant to check that the AS3X® system is functioning properly.

1. Advance the throttle to 25% to activate the AS3X system.

2. Fully lower the throttle.

3. Move the entire aircraft as shown and ensure the control surfaces move in the direction indicated in the graphic. If the control surfaces do not respond as shown, do not fly the aircraft. Refer to the receiver manual

for more information.

Once the AS3X system is active, control surfaces may move rapidly. This is normal. AS3X is active until the battery is disconnected.

Aircraft

movement

ElevatorAileronRudder

AS3X Reaction

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