Flyzone Calypso User Manual

I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L

			SPECIFICATIONS
	Wingspan: 73 in [1855 mm]	Weight: 29− 31 oz [820−880 g] Motor: 28u30 1300 kV outrunner,
	Wing Area: 526 in2 [33.9 dm2]	Length: 47 in [1195 mm]	18A ESC,
			9u5 folding propeller
	Wing Loading: 7.9 − 8.5 oz/ft2 [24−26 g/dm2]	Radio: 4 – 5-channel

WARRANTY

Hobbico guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Hobbico’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Hobbico reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.

In that Hobbico has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return

this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to Hobby Services at the address below:

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1

Champaign IL 61822 USA

Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.

™	Champaign, Illinois [phone]
	E-mail: [e-mail]

Entire Contents © 2012 Hobbico,® Inc. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

AMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Optional LiPo Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

KIT INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

KIT CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Install the Receiver (Rx-R Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Hook Up the Elevator and Rudder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Optional Flaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Install the Wings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Flyzone Calypso. The Calypso is one of those models that everyone must have because it is stable, gentle and durable enough for beginners, yet maneuverable enough for intermediate and experienced pilots who might want to temporarily set their more advanced models aside and enjoy some easy, care-free flying. And who doesn’t embrace the challenge of cruising the sky looking for thermals? The recommended 1300 mAh battery is enough “juice” to propel the Calypso to five, approximately one-minute climbs which can provide up to 30 minutes of air time even in “dead” air when no lift is present (but we’ve routinely flown the Calypso with 1500 mAh – 2100mAh batteries). Of course, if you can find lifting air your flying time will be virtually unlimited!

We also urge you to consider installing the two additional servos for the optional flaps. With the flaps partially extended you can just about “park” the Calypso in the sky even when there is no lift. And with full fl aps and a gentle breeze you can land the Calypso on the ground as light as a feather. The fl ap servos are also confi gured to be connected to a single channel via a Y-harness, eliminating the requirement for a computer radio.

NOTE: This instruction manual applies to RTF, Rx-R™ and Tx-R™ versions of the Calypso.

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the Calypso, visit the Hobbico web site at www.hobbico.com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then select the Calypso ARF. If there is new technical information or changes to this model a “tech notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of the page.

AMA

If you are not already a member of the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics), please join! The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and membership provides liability insurance coverage, protects modelers’ rights and interests and is required to fl y at most R/C sites:

FINAL FLIGHT PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Balance the Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Check the Control Throws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Calibrate the Throttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Normal Startup Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Charge the LiPo Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Range Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

AMA SAFETY CODE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Radio Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

FLYING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

ESC TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

MAKING REPAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302-9252

Tele. [phone]

Fax [phone]

Or via the Internet at: http://www.modelaircraft.org

IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid fl ying near full-scale aircraft and avoid fl ying near or over groups of people.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PROTECT YOUR MODEL,YOURSELF & OTHERS... FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Your Calypso should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, the Calypso, if not assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.

2.You must assemble the Calypso according to the instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so may result in an unsafe or unfl yable model. In a few cases the instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In those instances the written instructions should be considered as correct.

3.You must use an R/C radio system that is in good condition. All components must be correctly installed so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air. You must check the operation of the model and all components before every fl ight.

4.If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown this type of model before, we recommend that you get the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your fi rst fl ights.

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If you’re not a member of a club, your local hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose membership includes experienced pilots.

5. While this kit has been fl ight tested to exceed normal use, if the plane will be used for extremely high stress fl ying, such as racing, or if a motor or battery larger than ones in the recommended range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to reinforce the high stress points and/or substituting hardware more suitable for the increased stress.

We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the quality and flyability of your finished model depends on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the performance of your completed model, and no representations are expressed or implied as to the performance or safety of your completed model.

Remember:Take your time and follow the instructions to end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.

REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION

Other than a Phillips screw driver nothing extraordinary is required to assemble your Calypso. Below is a chart with order numbers indicating the rest of the equipment required to get your particular version of the Calypso in the air. Boxes checked with an “ ” indicate that the item is required.

Note: If you plan to fl y your Calypso with the optional fl aps a minimum 5-channel radio system will be required.

RTF	Tx-R	Rx-R	No.	Equipment
			TACJ2600	Tactic TX600 6 Ch Tx
				– or–
			TACJ2000	Any 4–5 Ch Tx and
				AnyLink 2.4GHz
				adapter*
			TACJ2600	Any 4–5 Ch Tx & Rx
			HCAA6310	3S (11.1V) 1300 mAh
				15C battery
				with ST connector
Optional			DTXP4235	LiPo battery charger
			SUPM0070	Charge lead for
				SuperTigre® connector
			FLZA1603	(2) Flap servos
			FLZA6008	(1) Flap linkage set
Optional	Optional	Optional	FUTM4130	(1) Y-harness
				for flap servos
			HCAM2000	(2) 6" [150mm]
				Servo wire extensions
Optional	Optional	Optional	HCAA6430	1800mAh battery
Optional	Optional	Optional	HCAA6387	2100mAh battery

*Transmitter must be compatible with AnyLink adapter. Visit tx-ready.com to see AnyLink compatibility chart or contact Product Support at the contact information on this page.

Optional LiPo Battery Charger

The RTF and Tx-R versions of the Calypso include a Great Planes 3S LiPo balancing Smart Charger.The Smart Charger is a safe way to charge your LiPo battery, but it’s very basic and just enough to get you started.The Smart Charger charges at a rate of .8 Amps, so it will take approximately one-and-a-half hours or more to charge your battery. Eventually, you’ll want to get more batteries and an advanced charger to charge faster and fly more! If you’ve purchased the Rx-R that doesn’t come with a charger, or if you would like to replace your Smart Charger with a more advanced charger, the Duratrax® Onyx™ 235 AC/DC Advanced Peak Charger (DTXP4235) is highly recommended and perfect for 3S batteries used with the Calypso. Same as the Smart Charger the Onyx 235 may be powered either by an external DC power source (such as a 12 battery), or a 110V AC outlet, but the Onyx also has an adjustable charge rate to charge your batteries in as little as a half-hour or less (depending on the condition of your batteries and the manufacturer’s specifi ed charge rate). The Onyx can also be used to charge larger batteries and different kinds of batteries so it is a charger you can grow into. The 235 also has an LCD digital display screen, so you can see how much capacity it took to charge the battery (handy for learning the condition of your batteries and calculating optimum flight time).

Note: For use with the Onyx 235 LiPo batteries that come with SuperTigre connectors (such as the Flyzone batteries included or recommended) require a banana plugs-to-SuperTigre charge lead (SUPM0070) and batteries that come with a Deans® Ultra Plug® connector require a Charge Lead with banana plugs/ Deans® Ultra Plug® male charge lead (GPMM3148).

KIT INSPECTION

Before assembly, take an inventory of this kit to make sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Product Support.When reporting defective or missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list.

Hobbico Product Support	Ph: [phone] ext. 5
3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1	Fax: [phone]
Champaign, IL 61822

E-mail: [e-mail]

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for the Flyzone Calypso ARF are available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows.The fastest, most economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company.

To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www. hobbico.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the menu on the left side of the page. Follow the instructions provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or International dealer.

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Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by calling [phone], or via facsimile at [phone], but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged sales tax. If ordering via fax, include a Visa® or MasterCard® number and expiration date for payment.

Mail parts orders	Hobby Services
and payments by	3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1
personal check to:	Champaign IL 61822

Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in the Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or personal check only; no C.O.D.

If additional assistance is required for any reason contact Product Support by e-mail at [e-mail], or by telephone at [phone].

	REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
Order No.	Description
FLZA6000	Wing Set
FLZA6001	Horizontal Stabilizer
FLZA6002	Vertical Stabilizer
FLZA6003	Fuselage Set
FLZA6004	Canopy
FLZA6005	Wing Tube
FLZA6006	Spinner, Folding Propeller
FLZA6007	9x5 Propeller Blade Set (2)
FLZA6008	Flap Linkage Set
FLZA6009	Wing Screws
FLZA6010	Tail Screw
FLZA6011	18A ESC
FLZA6012	C28-30 1300kV Brushless Motor
FLZA6013	Micro Servo
FLZA6014	1300mAh 3S LiPo Battery
TACJ2404	Tactic TTX404 4-ch. Tx
TACL0624	Tactic TR624 6-chc Rx

CONTENTS

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Contents
1. Fuselage, Canopy (w/ESC, motor, propeller, servos, spinner)	5. Wing Tube
2. Wings (w/aileron servo)	6. Y-Connector (for aileron)
3. Horizontal Stabilizer (Stab)	7. Tail Screw
4. Vertical Stabilizer (Fin)

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ASSEMBLY

Install the Receiver (Rx-R Only)

1. Cut strips from the included, adhesive-backed hook- and-loop material. Stick one to the back of your receiver and the other inside the fuselage as shown—the softer, “loop” side goes on the receiver and the rougher, “hook” side goes in the fuselage.

+ (Red)

(White/Orange)

− (Black/Brown)

Receiver

2. Connect the servos and the Y-harness to the receiver as shown.

Channel 1 (aileron) – dual Y-harness Channel 2 (elevator) – elevator servo

Channel 3 (throttle) – electronic speed control (ESC) Channel 4 (rudder) – rudder servo

3. Mount the receiver to the Velcro® strip in the fuselage.

Hook Up the Elevator and Rudder

Rx-R, Tx-R, and RTF

1. Flex the elevator up and down and the rudder back and forth several times to break them in.

2. Fit the vertical stabilizer (fin) into the horizontal stabilizer (stab).

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3. Join the stab/fi n assembly to the fuselage, keying the rudder into the hinge.

4. Tighten the assembly to the fuselage with the included bolt and a Phillips screwdriver.

Centered

Down

ON

5. If necessary, install batteries in your transmitter.Turn on the transmitter, center the trims and move the throttle stick all the way down.

6. Disconnect any one of the three motor wires so the motor will not turn inadvertently.

7. If your receiver is not already “bound” or linked to the transmitter, follow the instructions that came with your radio system to bind the two together so the receiver will receive signals from the transmitter.

8. Attach the softer, “loop” side of the included hook-and- loop strip to the battery.

9. Connect the battery to the ESC.

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