Hobbico Heli-Max 200FP V-Cam Instruction Manual

© 2014 Heli-Max, a Hobbico company. HMXE0857 v1.1

200FP V-Cam Helicopter

Instruction Manual

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Please fully read and understand this manual and the operation and all
safety aspects required of you for the safe operation of this product. Before
use, if you feel this product is not for you please return it to your place of
purchase.

Heli-Max products are to be used by ages 14 and over.

Manual Specifications and Description Changes

The instruction manual, warranties and other associated documentation are
subject to change without notice. Hobbico assumes no responsibility for
inadvertent errors to this manual.

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Heli-Max™ 200FP V-Cam Helicopter. We are certain

you will get many hours of enjoyment out of this model. If you should have any

questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at: [e-mail].
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections visit the Heli-Max web site at
www.helimax-rc.com. If there is any new technical information, changes or important

updates to this model a “tech notice” box will appear on the 200FP V-Cam product

page. Click the “tech notice” box to learn more about this important update.

When you see this symbol, please pay special attention

and heed all warnings regarding the information within.

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Please note that we cannot provide you information on the pricing you will fi nd

in your local retailer’s store for any products.

If you need technical support or have any questions, you can reach us by one
of the following means. When contacting us, please include the name of the

product you are referring to, its stock number and as much information about
your question or issue as possible.

For support outside the U.S. or Canada, please contact the distributor in your

country. If unable to contact the appropriate distributor, please contact us. However,
we are unable to respond to emails in languages other than English.

Email

Email us at [e-mail]. Please try to include as much

information as possible when asking your question. Also please be sure to list
your full email address (ex: [e-mail]) as well as at least one other

means of daytime contact in your email.

Phone

1-217-398-8970 Select option 6.

Available Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
U.S. Central Time.

Fax

1-217-398-7721 Please be sure to

include a daytime telephone number
or return fax number so that we can
contact you.

Regular Mail

If you prefer, we can always respond with a regular mailed letter. Simply write
to us, including a brief explanation of your problem or question along with the

product name you are referring to. Use the Hobby Services address on page 3.

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WARRANTY SERVICE

WARRANTY SERVICE

Heli-Max guarantees this product 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 Heli-Max’s liability

exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Heli-Max reserves the
right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that Heli-Max 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, please contact our product support team at 1-217-

398-8970 option 6 or e-mail us at [e-mail]

If requested by Product Hobby Services
Support, please send 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1
defective product to: Champaign, IL 61822

Please include a note about the problem, your contact information, and a copy of
the receipt from an authorized Great Planes Dealer. Upon receipt of the package,
the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.

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RTF KIT CONTENTS

RTF KIT CONTENTS

1. 200FP V-Cam Helicopter

2. SLT Transmitter

3. Heli-Max 1000mAh LiPo

Battery Pack (1)

4. AC Adapter & Charger
with Heli-Max label

5. Instruction Manual

6. AA Batteries (4)

7. 2G Memory Card

8. Card Reader

9. Button Cells

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FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

Features

● On board micro digital video camera

● On board micro snap-shot digital picture camera

● USB Memory Card reader

● 2G memory card

Product Specifi cations

Rotor Diameter: 380mm (14.97”)
Empty Weight: 235g (8.3oz)
Weight RTF: 287g (10.12oz)
Fuselage Length: 420mm (16.53”)
Height: 160mm (6.30”)
Width: 90mm (3.54”)

Camera Specifi cations

Size: 40mmL X 20mmW X 8mmH
Codec Video: Motion JPEG, 1280x720, 30fps, fi le extension.avi
Codec Audio: PCM S16 LE, mono
Still Image capture: 1280x720, 96dpi, fi le extension.jpg

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Operational Warnings

Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in injury to
yourself and others.

● Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away from the rotating

blades whenever the battery is connected.

● Keep loose clothing, shirt sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such

as pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket pockets away from
the rotors. The spinning blades of a model of this type can cause serious injury.

● When choosing a fl ying site stay clear of buildings, trees and power lines.

AVOID fl ying in or near crowded areas.

● DO NOT fl y close to people or pets. Maintain a safe distance from the quadcopter.

● Do not alter or modify the model. Doing so may result in an unsafe or un-

fl yable model.

● When and if repairs are necessary you must correctly install all components

so that the model operates properly on the ground and in the air. Please check

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the operation of the model before every fl ight to insure that all equipment is
operating and that the model has remained structurally sound.

● Please allow a 10 minute cool down period after each fl ight so the motor

controller and motors can cool down. Failure to do so may cause loss of control
due to the controller overheating and shutting down.

● Inspect the rotor blades before each fl ight for nicks. If any damage is found,

replace the blades before fl ying the model again.

● After a crash you must inspect all of the parts on the helicopter. Test all the

linkages for hidden cracks and make sure that all the metal parts are straight.
Before fl ying the model again, run the model at a reduced throttle setting for a
few seconds. Any unusual vibration is an indication of damaged shafts in the

head or tail assemblies.

Battery Warnings and Usage Guidelines

Please read and understand the following regarding the usage of
LiPo batteries.

● Through the use of the included LiPo battery you have assumed all risk and

responsibility regarding a LiPo battery and its use.

● ALWAYS unplug your battery from the charger/helicopter after use. NEVER

store your helicopter with the battery connected to the helicopter.

● Do not attempt to charge your battery if it becomes swollen or hot.

● It’s best to store your batteries charged and at room temperature. Storing a

fully discharged battery may cause irreversible damage to the battery.

● Never disassemble, puncture or modify the battery pack in any way.

● Never allow the battery temperature to exceed 150° F [65° C].

● If your battery begins to swell or “puff” during charge or discharge or becomes

damaged in any way, stop using it and contact Hobby Services at 217-398-

0007 to learn the proper way to dispose your battery.

Charge Warnings

● Only use the included charger with the included LiPo battery.

Do not attempt to use the provided charger with NiCd, NiMH or
batteries with other chemistries.

● Do not leave the charger unattended while in use and always charge your

battery in a fi re-resistant location.

● Disconnect the battery and remove input power from the charger immediately

if either becomes hot!

● Do not allow water or other foreign objects to enter the charger. Keep the

charger away from moisture and do not submerge in water.

● Please keep all electronic components out of the reach of children!