HobbyZone Aerobird Xtreme Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
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Welcome
to the World of
Crash damage is not covered
under the warranty.
Be sure to read the warranty on
page 38 and "Warnings and
Safety" on page 35 before you
proceed to Step 1.
The Aerobird Xtreme™ is equipped with some exciting features,
including a Multi-Mode Flight Control system. The default Sport
Mode is great for pilots transitioning from 2-channel planes and for
those who want a more relaxed flying experience. The Pro Mode
changes the Aerobird Xtreme’s flying characteristics,and allows
more aggressive maneuvers for those who want it.
The Aerobird Xtreme is also equipped with HobbyZone’s exclusive
X-Port™ feature. X-Port lets you add exciting plug-n-play accessories like the Sonic Combat Module™ (HBZ4020) for aerial combat
and the Aerial Drop Module™ (HBZ6023) that includes a parachute
jumper and two streamer bombs you can carry aloft and release.
Your Aerobird Xtreme™ adventures are about to begin.In order
to have a safe and successful experience, we’d like you to do a
couple of things first: watch the instructional Video CD and read
and follow the directions carefully.While easy to fly, the Aerobird
Xtreme may be more than the first-time pilot can handle. If you
haven’t flown one of HobbyZone’s Zone 1 or 2 airplanes or any
other radio controlled aircraft, we recommend you seek the help
of an experienced radio control pilot for your first few flights.
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Step 2
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Step 1
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1. Remove the transmitter back cover by pushing down
with your thumbs, as indicated.
2. Install the included “AA”batteries according to the
diagram in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
4. To test, switch on the transmitter—the LED should
glow brightly.
5. Replace the batteries when you hear
the low-battery alarm (beeping sound).
Needed for Step 1
8 "AA" Batteries (included)
Transmitter
Attaching the Tail
Your Aerobird Xtreme™ comes nearly ready to fly.You
simply need to attach the tail, wing, and landing gear
prior to flight.
To attach the tail:
1. Locate the fuselage and carefully remove from the packing carton. Use caution when removing the fuselage. (Note:The tail is not mounted on the fuselage, but the control lines that exit the fuselage are
attached to the control surfaces of the tail).
2. Locate the two included screws that will mount the tail to the tail boom.
3. Be sure lines are not twisted and hold the tail in place.
4. Secure the tail as shown in diagram (a) using the two screws.Attach rubber bands on bottom of tail as
shown.
5.Turn on the transmitter and install the fully charged flight battery pack.
6. Make certain the control stick and trim levers on the transmitter are centered as shown in the diagram
on page 10.
7.With the radio system on and the transmitter stick a t neutral,both tail
control surfaces should be level with the rest of the tail.
8. Give transmitter input.The control surfaces should react as illustrated
in the diagrams on page 11.
9. If you find that the control surfaces are not functioning properly (ie. too
much slack in the line, not level with the tail in neutral position) DO
NOT FLY. Instead, perform the following procedure:
a.Turn the transmitter on, plug in flight battery and center the right
control stick and trim levers.
b. Use your fingers or a small flat screwdriver to turn the slotted spool
on the control horn. Depending upon which direction you turn the
spool, this will lengthen or shorten the control line.
c.While a pplying some tension to the control line,adjust until the
control surfaces are level with the rest of the surface.
d. If the control surfaces react the exact opposite as shown in the dia-
gram on page 11, the lines have been reversed and will need to be
corrected.
a.
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Step 4
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Step 3
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Motor Test
1. Be sure throttle slider is in the Off position.
2. Turn the transmitter on.
3. Install the batter y and plug in the connector.
4. The Aerobird Xtreme’s built-in throttle-arming
feature will not allow the prop to spin until
the throttle slider has been moved to the Off
position first.
5. Keep all objects clear of the propeller, advance the
throttle forward and the propeller will start to turn.
The throttle arming feature will need to be
activated each time the battery pack is plugged
into the airplane. (If the motor does not run,
proceed to Step 5: “Charging the Aircraft Battery”)
6. When finished with the motor test,disconnect the
battery before turning off the transmitter.
During the motor test, make sure to keep everything
clear of the propeller and hold the plane securely.A moving propeller can cause severe injury.Adult super vision is
strongly recommended for those 14 and under.
Mounting the Landing Gear
1. Insert the landing gear into the slot on bottom
of the fuselage.
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Attaching the Wing
1. Center the wing onto the fuselage by
aligning the molded dimples on the trailing edge
of the wing symmetrically with the top of the
fuselage when it is attached.
2. Once you're satisfied that the wing is centered,
attach it to the fuselage using the 6 rubber
bands provided. Stretch two of the rubber
bands from the front to the rear attach points.
Stretch the next two diagonally across the
middle. Stretch the last two rubber bands from
the front to the rear attach points as you did with
the first two. Once the rubber bands are in
place, confirm the wing is securely attached.
Needed for Step 2
Wing
Rubber Bands (x6)
Main Landing Gear
Wing and Landing Gear Attachment
Before each flight, make sure the front and trailing edges
of the wing are exactly centered on the fuselage. If the
wing is not centered properly,it is impossible to have
correct flight control.
Success Tip:
Safety First!!
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Step 5
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Step 5
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Charging the Aircraft Battery continued
Charging HobbyZone®Battery Packs
1. When charging a stock Ni-Cd battery pack (HBZ6510),
completely discharge the battery prior to charging.
This will ensure that your battery will get a full
charge and will help prevent it from false peaking.
2. Using the dial indicator on the side of the charger,set
the charge rate as indicated in the chart below.
Success Tip
The Aerobird Xtreme™ battery should be charged
shortly before flying. If the battery sits for more than
12 hours prior to flying, you will need to “re-peak”
the battery before you fly by repeating the steps on
on this page. This will ensure you get the maximum
amount of flying time per charge.
Safety First!!
Do not leave the battery and charger unattended while in
use.While charging, place the battery on a hea t resistant
surface and constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack. Do not allow children to charge batteries unless
they are supervised by a responsible adult.
Battery Capacity Maximum Typical
Charge Rate Charge Time
Stock Aerobird Xtreme Battery
1700mAh 7.2V Ni-Cd 1.8 amps 55 minutes*
Optional Xtreme Battery
3000mAh 7.2V Ni-MH 1.8 amps 105 minutes*
*charge times are only estimates. Actual charge times may vary.
Charging HobbyZone Ni-CD and Ni-MH Battery Packs
The Aerobird Xtreme’s charger uses unique peak detection
circuitry that ensures an accurate charge every time and
protects your Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries from the dangers
of over-charging. During the charge cycle,it continuously
monitors the battery’s charge curve and automatically
stops charging when the peak charge is detected.
DC Peak Detect Charger Features:
• Variable charge rate from 0.5–1.8 amp charge rate
• Trickle charge
• Automobile 12V power outlet DC adapter
(with alligator clip adaptor)
• Tamiya-style connector
• Charges 6- and 7-cell Ni-Cd and Ni-MH battery packs
• LED charge indicator
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3. Connect the battery pack to the charger.
4. Connect the charger to the 12V power outlet in
your automobile. The LED will continually blink
slowly while the battery charges.
5. Charging is finished when the LED indicator
glows steadily.
NOTE: Your Aerobird Xtreme also comes with a
special adapter so you can power your charger with
a 12V power supply, or an automobile battery.
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Step 6
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Tail Control Test continued
Step 6
10
Moves Up
Moves Up
Moves Down
Moves Up
Pull Back for
“Up” Elevator
Push Forward for
“Down” Elevator
Tail Control Test
Keep everything clear of the propeller before
starting the control test in the event that you
accidentally turn on the motor.
1. Be sure the throttle slider is in the Off position.
2. Switch on the transmitter–check to make sure the
LED is lit, indicating the transmitter has power.
3. Install battery in fuselage and plug in
connector.
4. Move the stick side to side.The tail flaps
should move as shown on the following page.
5. Move the stick up and down.The tail fla ps
should move as shown on the following page.
6. The small lever under and to the side of the
control stick are the trim levers and are used to
adjust the “neutral” point of your control stick.
It’s very important that this lever is centered
when performing these control tests.
7. Each flap must be level with the rest of the tail
surface when the trim levers are centered. Adjust
the control lines until they are level.
Safety First!!
Elevator Trim
Rudder Trim
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