HobbyZone AeroScout S Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni

NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com or www.towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources 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 product: 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.

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

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

• 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.

WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace your Spektrum receiver found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase

from Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.

If you own this product, you may be required to register with the FAA.

For up-to-date information on how to register with the FAA, please visit https://registermyuas.faa.gov/. For additional assistance on regulations and guidance on UAS usage, visit knowbeforeyouﬂ y.org/.

• 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 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.

Box Contents

Table of Contents

Speciﬁ cations ................................................................................................. 3

Charging Warnings.......................................................................................... 4

Charge the Flight Battery ................................................................................4

Transmitter Setup ...........................................................................................5

Included DXe Transmitter (RTF Version) ........................................................... 6

Assemble the Aircraft ...................................................................................... 7

Transmitter and Receiver Binding .................................................................... 9

Install the Flight Battery .................................................................................. 9

Center of Gravity (CG) ................................................................................... 10

Control Direction Test .................................................................................... 10

Choose a Flying Field ....................................................................................11

Range Test .................................................................................................... 11

Install the Propeller .......................................................................................12

Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology Flight Modes .................. 12

Flight Control ............................................................................................... 13

Preﬂ ight Checklist ......................................................................................... 14

Speciﬁ cations

43.125 inch (1095mm)

Flying ........................................................................................................... 14

Trimming the Aircraft .................................................................................... 15

Post Flight Checklist ..................................................................................... 16

Factory Settings for the Control Horns and Servo Arms ................................. 16

Service and Repairs ......................................................................................16

AS3X

System Trouble Shooting Guide .......................................................... 17

Trouble Shooting Guide ................................................................................. 17

Replacement Parts List ................................................................................. 18

Optional Parts List ......................................................................................... 18

Limited Warranty .......................................................................................... 18

Contact Information ......................................................................................19

FCC Information ............................................................................................ 19

IC Information ............................................................................................... 20

Compliance Information for the European Union ............................................ 20

AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ...................................................... 21

Motor: 2306-2250 Brushless outrunner (HBZ3809)

ESC: 30A (HBZ3808) Installed Installed

Servos: 8g Servo (SPMSS390) Installed Installed

Installed Installed

34.25 inch (867mm)

27.8-29.5oz (788-836 g)

Receiver: AR636 6 channel AS3X Receiver (SPMAR636

Battery: SMART 2200mAh 3S 11.1V 30C

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LiPo; IC3 Battery Charger: S120 USB-C SMART

Charger, 1x20W (SPMXC1020) Transmitter: Spektrum

range DSMX

(SPMX22003S30)

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technology

DXe with full

Sport

Installed Installed

Included

Required to

Complete

Required to

Complete

Required to

Complete

AeroScout S

Charging Warnings

CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in a ﬁ re, personal injury, and/ or property damage.

• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.

• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.

• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery, you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries.

• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue use immediately. If charging or discharging, discontinue and disconnect. Continuing to use, charge or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result in ﬁ re.

• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results.

• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40–120º F (5–49º C). Do not store battery or aircraft in a car or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch ﬁ re.

• Always charge batteries away from ﬂ ammable materials.

Charge the Flight Battery

The recommended battery for the HobbyZone® AeroScout™ S aircraft, included with the RTF version, is an 11.1V, 2200mAh 3S 30C Smart Technology LiPo battery with an IC3 battery should be of similar capacity, dimensions and weight to ﬁ t in the fuselage. The aircraft electronic speed control is equipped with an IC3 device connector. Ensure the battery chosen is compatible. Always ensure the model balances at the recommended center of gravity (CG) with the chosen battery. Follow your chosen battery and battery charger instructions to charge the ﬂ ight battery.

RTF Smart Technology Battery and S120 Charger, Speciﬁ cations and Operation

The Spektrum S120 SMART Technology battery charger included with the RTF version of the aircraft is compatible only with Spektrum SMART 2-3 cell LiPo batteries or 6-7 cell NiMH batteries. It is not compaptible with any other battery chemistries or non-SMART batteries.

A USB power supply is required for use. A USB-C QC type power supply is recommended for the fastest charge times.

Compatible USB Power Adaptor 5V/1A, 5V/2A, USB Quick Charge (QC) 2.0/3.0

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connector (SPMX22003S30). If using a different battery, the

S120 Speciﬁ cations

Input USB Type C, power supply not included

Input Voltage 5V-12V

Charge Power 18W max (dependant on power supply)

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Battery Connector IC3

Battery Types LiPo, NiMH (Spektrum SMART Batteries only)

Cell Count 2-3 cell LiPo, 6-7 cell NiMH Max Output Voltage 13.05V Max Output Current Up to 2A

USB-C port LED Indicator

and balance connector

Balance Port

IC3 Charge Port

• Always inspect the battery before charging and never charge dead or damaged batteries.

• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges.

• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging.

• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES. Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger may cause ﬁ re resulting in personal injury and/or property damage.

• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.

• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.

• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.

• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.

• Never allow minors under the age of 14 to charge battery packs.

• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between 40–120° F or 5–49° C) or place in direct sunlight.

To charge the included ﬂ ight battery:

1. Using the supplied Type-C USB cable, connect the S120 charger to a USB power supply (not included ).

2. Insert the Spektrum SMART Battery IC3 connector (A) into the charger IC3 port, and insert the battery balance lead (B) into the charger balance port. Both the IC3 and balance connectors must be connected for the charging process to begin. The battery may be disconnected from the charger at any time to stop the charging process.

IMPORTANT: SMART NiMH batteries do not have a balance connector.

3. Disconnect the IC3 and balance connectors when the charge and balance cycles are complete, as indicated by the LED.

4. The LED indicator will glow solid red to indicate a charging error. Follow the operation steps to ensure proper connection is used to charge the battery.

Refer to the LED indicator table for charger status.

IMPORTANT: Connecting a non-SMART battery will cause a charge error and

Power On

LiPo: Purple LED NiMH: Yellow LED

Charge Complete Green LED (Solid) Error Red LED (Solid)

the S120 will not recognize or charge the battery.

LED Indicator

USB 5V: White LED USB Quick Charge 2.0/3.0: Blue LED

Less Than 25% Single Flash 25% – 75% Double Flash 76% – 99% Triple Flash

Battery Capacity

WARNING: Before proceeding further, remove the propeller and spinner from the motor shaft. Never attempt

to program the radio components, assemble the aircraft or perform maintenance of any kind without

removing the propeller. Serious injury could result if the motor starts inadvertently with the propeller still attached.

1. Ensure the ﬂ ight battery is NOT connected to the aircraft.

2. Hold the motor can ﬁ rmly to keep it from rotating.

3. Twist the propeller and prop nut clockwise to loosen them from the motor shaft.

4. Remove the propeller, prop nut and prop washer.

Transmitter Setup

If using any DSMX transmitter other than the included DXe (3 position gear switch, RTF only) the radio will have to be conﬁ gured correctly for the SAFE system to work properly.

• SAFE Flight mode is selected using Channel 5 signal (high, middle, low)

• Panic mode is selected with Channel 6 signal (high, low) Refer to your transmitter’s manual for more information about transmitter setup. If using a 2 position switch for SAFE ﬂ ight modes, only Beginner and

Experienced modes will be active. Any DXe Transmitter that was not included with a HBZ AeroScout RTF will need

to be programmed using the Spektrum Programmer (SPMA3065) to function correctly with this aircaft. Visit www.spektrumrc.com to download the correct program for this aircraft.

Computerized Transmitter Setup

(DX6 Gen2, DX6e,DX7 Gen2, DX8 Gen2, DX9, iX12, DX18 and DX20)

Start all transmitter programming with a blank model

(do a model reset), then name the model.

Set Aileron, Elevator, and Rudder Rates to:

Go to the SYSTEM SETUP Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE Go to CHANNEL ASSIGN:

DX6 DX6e DX8 DX9 iX12 DX20

click NEXT to go to Channel Input Conﬁ g: GEAR: B, AUX1: I

Go to the FUNCTION LIST Go to Throttle Cut:

set to Switch H, Position: –130

Resulting in:

HIGH 100% LOW 70%

Switch H operates Throttle Cut, position 0 is normal and position 1 cuts power to the throttle. Switch B operates the 3 SAFE Plus modes (0 beginner/1 intermediate/2 experienced).

Button I operates PANIC mode.

AeroScout S

Included DXe Transmitter (RTF Version)

Installing the Transmitter Batteries

Remove the battery cover, install the four included batteries (noting proper polarity) and reinstall the battery cover.

Low Battery Alarm

The LED indicator ﬂ ashes and the transmitter beeps progressively faster as the battery voltage drops.

Replace the transmitter batteries when the transmitter begins to beep.

CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the

batteries to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.

WARNING: Do not pick up the transmitter by the antenna. Do not alter

or put weight on the antenna. Damage to antenna parts can decrease transmitter signal strength, which can result in loss of model control, injury or property damage.

RTF Transmitter Control Layout

The diagram shows the control layout of the included DXe transmitter.

LED Indicator

SAFE Plus Mode

Switch

Bind/PANIC

Button

Throttle/Rudder

Throttle Trim

Rudder Trim

Wireless Trainer Bind Button

Throttle Cut Switch

Hi / Low Rate Switch

Elevator/Aileron Stick

Elevator Trim

Aileron Trim

Power Switch

Assemble the Aircraft

Install the landing gear

1. Slide the main gear into the slots in the fuselage until they lock into place.

2. Insert the nose gear into the wheel collar as shown and tighten the

setscrew against the ﬂ at in the gear wire using a phillips screwdriver.

Install the horizontal tail

1. Slide the longer of the two included square carbon ﬁ ber tubes fully into the

hole of either of the horizontal stabilizers. The tube is a compression ﬁ t and does not require any adhesive.

2. Insert the tube through the hole in the vertical tail of the fuselage as shown,

until the previously attached horizontal stabilizer is against the fuselage.

IMPORTANT: The decals on the horizontal stabilizers must face up when the stabilizers are installed correctly.

3. Slide the opposite horizontal stabilizer over the other end of the tube. Press

the stabilizer halves together until they are both fully seated on the tube and there is just a small gap between the stabilizers and the fuselage.

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Assemble and install the wing

1. Slide the carbon ﬁ ber wing spar fully into a wing panel as shown. Ensure

the aileron servo lead exits through the slot in the bottom of the wing.

2. Slide the opposite wing panel over the wing spar until the root of the wing

panels are tight and the rear mounting hole is correctly aligned. Ensure both aileron servo leads exit through the bottom of the wing and are not pinched between the wing panels.

3. Connect the aileron servo leads to the y-harness installed in channel 2 of

the receiver.

4. Center the wing on the fuselage. Ensure the aileron leads are not pinched

between the wing and fuselage.

5. Attach the wing with the included 50mm screws. Do not overtighten the

wing screws, as it may damage the wing or the attachment points in the fuselage.

IMPORTANT: The wing screws may be a tight ﬁ t the ﬁ rst few times they are installed into the fuselage. Use a screwdriver if necessary until the fuselage attachment points loosen up enough for the screws to be installed by hand.

NOTICE: Do not overtighten the wing screws. Doing so will crush the foam of the wing or damage the fuselage attachment points.

Transmitter and Receiver Binding

CAUTION: Connecting the battery to the ESC with reversed polarity

will cause damage to the ESC, the battery or both. Damage caused by incorrectly connecting the battery is not covered under warranty.

An extension is installed in the receiver bind port so binding may be done through the battery hatch at the front of the aircraft without having to remove the wing assembly. Simply insert the bind plug in the open end of the extension to enter bind mode.

The transmitter included with the RTF model is bound to the aircraft at the factory. If you need to re-bind for any reason, follow the binding procedure as shown.

The BNF version of this aircraft requires a Spektrum equipped aircraft transmitter for proper operation.

Refer to your transmitter instructions for binding to a receiver. If you encounter problems after following the binding instructions, contact the

appropriate Horizon Product Support ofﬁ ce.

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DSM2®/DSMX® technology

Binding Procedure

1. Make sure the transmitter is powered off.

2. Make sure the transmitter controls are neutral, the throttle is at the lowest position*, the throttle trim is centered and the aircraft is immobile.

3. Install a bind plug in the receiver bind port extension.

4. Connect the ﬂ ight battery to the ESC. The ESC will produce three ascending tones and the receiver LED will begin to ﬂ ash rapidly.

5. Refer to your transmitter manual for speciﬁ c instructions to place the transmitter in bind mode.

6. When the receiver binds to the transmitter, the receiver LED will glow solid and the aircraft will begin the initialization process, indicated by the control surfaces cycling.

7. Remove the bind plug from the bind port extension and store in a safe place. The receiver should retain the binding instructions received from the transmitter until another binding is done.

* The throttle will not arm if the transmitter’s throttle stick is not set to the

lowest position.

Install the Flight Battery

1. Power on the transmitter.

2. Set the transmitter MOTOR switch to “DISARM”.

3. Lift at the rear of the battery hatch to remove it from the fuselage.

4. Attach a piece of adhesive-back loop material to the bottom of the battery.

5. Place the battery, loop material down, on the battery tray. The placement of the battery can be adjusted forward or backward to help balance the aircraft.

6. When the battery is properly placed, secure it with the hook and loop strap.

7. Connect the IC3 battery connector to the ESC, noting proper polarity.

CAUTION: Connecting the battery to the ESC with reversed polarity will cause damage to the ESC, the battery or both. Damage caused by

incorrectly connecting the battery is not covered under warranty.

CAUTION: Always keep hands away from the propeller. When armed, the motor will turn the propeller in response to any throttle movement.

8. Place the aircraft on a ﬂ at, level surface. The control surfaces will cycle as the SAFE system initializes. Initialization is complete when the surfaces stop moving.

9. Replace the battery hatch on the fuselage by ﬁ rst inserting the front tab then lowering the back until the magnet catches.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po ﬂ ight battery from the aircraft

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.

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Center of Gravity (CG)

An aircraft with the correct CG has its weight balanced on the center of the aircraft for safe, stable ﬂ ight.The aircraft CG and weight are based on having the recommended battery installed.

The CG location is 67-70mm back from the leading edge of the wing at the root and is marked on the bottom of the wing with a raised “CG”. Balance the aircraft on your ﬁ ngertips at the raised marks.

Adjust the battery position as needed get the aircraft to balance correctly.

• If the nose goes down, move the ﬂ ight battery back until the aircraft balances.

• If the nose goes up, move the ﬂ ight battery forward until the aircraft balances.

When in intermediate and experienced modes, if the aircraft CG is too far forward (nose heavy), up elevator is required to ﬂ y level at 50%-60% power. If the aircraft CG is too far aft (tail heavy), down elevator is required to ﬂ y level. In Beginner mode the aircraft is not affected. The SAFE Plus system controls the aircraft attitude.

Control Direction Test

CG Marks 67-70mm

from the leading edge

WARNING: Do not perform this or any other equipment test with the

propeller installed on the aircraft. Serious injury or property damage could result from the motor starting inadvertently.

1. Set the ﬂ ight mode switch to Experienced mode (position 2).

2. Keep the throttle at zero and place the model on level ground away from

obstacles.

3. Move the sticks on the transmitter as described in the table to ensure the

aircraft control surfaces respond as shown.

If the control surfaces do not respond as shown, DO NOT FLY. Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide for more information. If you need more assistance, contact the appropriate Horizon Hobby Product Support department.

If the aircraft responds as shown, continue on to the Flight Control section.

Transmitter

command

ElevatorAileronRudder

Control Surface

Response

Choose a Flying Field

Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to ﬂ y your aircraft.

In order to have the most success and to protect your property and aircraft, it is very important to select a place to ﬂ y that is very open.

Remember, your aircraft can reach signiﬁ cant speeds when ﬂ ying and can cover ground quickly. Plan on ﬂ ying in an area that gives you more space than you think you need, especially with ﬁ rst ﬂ ights.

The ﬂ ying site should:

• Have a minimum of approximately 1300 feet (400m) of clear space in all

• Be clear of people and pets.

• Be free of trees, buildings, cars, power lines or anything that could entangle

Range Test

WARNING: Do not perform this or any other equipment test with the

propeller installed on the aircraft. Serious injury or property damage could result from the motor starting inadvertently.

WARNING: While holding the aircraft during the range test, always

keep body parts and loose items away from the motor. Failure to do so could cause personal injury.

Before each ﬂ ying session, and especially with a new model, you should perform a range check. If you have the BNF aircraft, refer to your transmitter manual to perform a range check of your system.

The RTF included DXe transmitter incorporates a range check mode to reduce the output power of the transmitter. Follow the directions below to enter range check mode for the DXe transmitter:

1. Power on the transmitter for 5 seconds or more with the throttle stick and

trim low. Plug in the aircraft battery and keep the aircraft immobile for 5seconds.

2. Face the model with the transmitter in your normal ﬂ ying position.

3. Toggle the HI/LO Rate switch rapidly 4 times and then press and hold the

bind button. The transmitter LEDs will ﬂ ash and the alarm will sound. The system is in range check mode. Do not let go of the bind button until you are ﬁ nished with the range check.

IMPORTANT: You must hold the BIND/Panic button during the entire range check process. Releasing the button will exit the range check mode.

4. With the radio system powered on and the model restrained on the ground,

stand 28meters (90 feet) away from the model.

TIP: In some aircraft, when the model is placed on the ground, the antenna(s) can be within inches of the ground. Close proximity of the antenna(s) to the ground can reduce the effectiveness of the range check. If you experience issues during the range check, restrain the model on a non-conductive stand or table up to 2ft (60cm) above the ground, then range check the system again.

5. Move the transmitter rudder, elevator, aileron and throttle controls to ensure

they operate smoothly at 28 meters (90 feet).

6. If control issues exist, do not attempt to ﬂ y. Refer to the contact table at the

end of the this manual to contact Horizon Hobby product support. Also, see the Spektrum website for more information.

7. When the range check is successfully completed, release the bind button to

exit range check mode.

CAUTION: Due to reduced output power of the transmitter,

NEVER attempt to ﬂ y while the transmitter is in range check mode.

Loss of control will occur.

directions.

your aircraft or interfere with your line of sight.

HOLD

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Install the Propeller

WARNING: Do not install the propeller until the aircraft has been

completely assembled, all systems have been checked thoroughly and you are located at a suitable ﬂ ying site.

Follow the instructions below to install the propeller and spinner:

1. Place the prop washer on the motor shaft.

2. Insert the prop nut in the propeller. The raised letters on the propeller should

face away from the rounded head of the prop nut. When the propeller is installed, the raised letters should face toward the front of the aircraft.

3. Grip the motor can ﬁ rmly to keep it from rotating.

4. Thread the propeller and prop nut onto the motor shaft.

IMPORTANT: The motor shaft and prop nut are reverse-threaded. Turn the prop nut counter-clockwise to tighten it to the motor shaft.

5. Tighten propeller and prop nut to the motor shaft by hand.

Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology Flight Modes

At any time during a ﬂ ight you can switch between the 3ﬂ ight modes or use Panic recovery to get your aircraft to a safe ﬂ ying attitude. Change between ﬂ ight modes by changing the ﬂ ight mode switch position.

Beginner Mode (position 0)

• Envelope limit: Pitch (nose up and down) and Roll (wing tips up and down)

angles are limited to help you keep the aircraft airborne.

• Self-leveling: when the pitch and roll controls are returned to neutral, the

aircraft returns to level ﬂ ight.

• Stability assisted takeoff and landing.

• Throttle based climb and descent.

Intermediate Mode (position 1)

• Natural Flight Experience: In normal training ﬂ ight conditions, the pilot

experiences natural AS3X precision.

• Large Flight Envelope: The pilot is only prevented from entering extreme

ﬂ ight conditions outside the training ﬂ ight envelope.

ﬂ ight for smooth handling and outstanding

Experienced Mode (position 2)

• Natural Flight Experience: The pilot experiences natural AS3X ﬂ ight for

smooth handling and outstanding precision.

• Unlimited Flight Envelope: No limit on Pitch and Roll angles (airframe limited).

Panic Recovery

This function is intended to provide you with the conﬁ dence to continue to improve your ﬂ ight skills. If you become disoriented or the aircraft is in an unknown or uncomfrotable attitude:

1. Press and hold the Bind/PANIC button on the transmitter and release the

control sticks. The aircraft will immediately pull out of a dive and roll wings upright and level.

IMPORTANT: The aircraft will recover to a safer attitude even if sticks are held while holding the PANIC button. However, release the control sticks for the quickest recovery.

2. Release the PANIC button and continue a gentle climb to a safe altitude.

CAUTION: The Panic Recovery function will not avoid obstacles in the

aircraft ﬂ ight path. Sufﬁ cient altitude is required for the aircraft to return to straight and level ﬂ ight if the aircraft is upside down when the panic function is applied.

Beginner Mode

(Switch Position 0)

Intermediate Mode

(Switch Position 1)

RollPitch

Experienced Mode

(Switch Position 2)

Flight Control

IMPORTANT: Even though SAFE technology is a very helpful tool, the aircraft

still needs to be ﬂ own manually. If incorrect input is given at lower altitudes or at slower speeds, the aircraft can crash. Study these control inputs and the aircraft response to each carefully before attempting your ﬁ rst ﬂ ight.

For ﬁ rst ﬂ ights, set the SAFE® ﬂ ight mode switch to Beginner Mode (position0). For smooth control of your aircraft, always make small corrections. All

directions are described as if you were sitting in the aircraft.

Flying faster or slower: When your aircraft is stable in the air, push the throttle stick up to make the aircraft go faster. Pull the throttle stick back to slow down. The aircraft will climb when the throttle is increased.

Elevator up and down: Push the elevator stick forward to make the aircraft go down. Pull the elevator stick back to go up.

Aileron right and left: Move the aileron stick right to make the aircraft roll or “bank” right. Move the aileron stick left to bank left.

TIP: Always picture yourself in the aircraft when determining which way to bank the aircraft wings. When the aircraft is ﬂ ying away from you, banking the aircraft right or left appears normal. When ﬂ ying toward you, the aircraft will appear to bank the opposite direction to the control input given. This will become more instinctual with experience.

Rudder left and right: Push the rudder stick left or right to yaw or point the nose of the aircraft left or right. The rudder stick is also used to steer the aircraft left and right while taxiing on the ground.

TIP: Similar to aileron control, picture yourself in the aircraft to determine which direction to point the nose whether you are ﬂ ying away from yourself or toward yourself.

Transmitter command Aircraft Response

ElevatorAileronRudder

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Preﬂ ight Checklist

1. Find a safe and open ﬂ ying area

2. Charge ﬂ ight battery

3. Install fully charged ﬂ ight battery in aircraft

4. Make sure linkages move freely

5. Perform control direction test

Flying

Takeoff

Set the ﬂ ight mode switch to Beginner Mode (position 0) for your ﬁ rst ﬂ ights. Set a ﬂ ight timer for 5-6 minutes.

Ground Launch

Once the aircraft is ready for ﬂ ight, slowly advance the throttle to start the takeoff roll into the wind. Small rudder inputs may be required for heading correction as the aircraft will begin a slow climb out as the throttle is advanced.

Hand Launch

Once the aircraft is ready for ﬂ ight, use the following steps.

1. Grip the aircraft under the fuselage, behind the main gear.

2. Slowly advance the throttle to 100%.

3. Throw the aircraft slightly nose up and directly into the wind. Small rudder inputs may be required for heading correction as the aircraft will begin a slow climb out as the throttle is advanced.

6. Perform a range check

7. Plan ﬂ ight for ﬂ ying ﬁ eld conditions

8. Set a ﬂ ight timer for 5-6 min.

9. Install the propeller

10. Have fun!

Slowly advance

the throttle stick.

Slowly advance

the throttle stick.

Wind

In Flight

Let the aircraft climb at full throttle, into the wind, until the aircraft gets about 300 feet (91m) above the ground, then decrease the throttle to half (50%).

Make small and gentle stick movements to see how the aircraft responds. Flying with the nose pointed toward you is one of the hardest things to do

when learning to ﬂ y. Practice ﬂ ying in large circles high off the ground. If you lose orientation of the aircraft, press and hold the PANIC button and the

aircraft will return to level ﬂ ight.

NOTICE: If a crash is imminent, activate throttle hold or quickly lower the throttle and throttle trim. Failure to do so could result in extra damage to the airframe, as well as damage to the ESC and motor.

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)

LVC is a function built into your ESC to protect the battery from over-discharge. When the battery charge is low, LVC limits power supplied to the motor. The aircraft will begin to slow and you will hear the motor pulse. When the motor power decreases, land the aircraft immediately and recharge the ﬂ ight battery.

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

Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge. Charge your Li-Po battery to about half capacity before storage. During storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.

When properly trimmed, the aircraft’s wing design causes a climb at full throttle without the use of elevator.

50% throttleFull throttle Reduced throttle

Landing

1. Reduce the throttle to around 50% to slow the airspeed.

2. Fly the aircraft downwind past the end of the runway.

3. Turn the aircraft into the wind and line the aircraft up with the runway center line.

4. Decrease the throttle further and begin descending towards the runway, keeping the wings level during approach. Try to have the aircraft at approximately 10ft (3m) altitude as it passes over the threshold of the runway.

5. As the aircraft passes over the threshold of the runway decrease the throttle fully.

6. Just as the aircraft is about to touch down, gently pull back on the elevator to raise the nose and ﬂ air for a gentle landing.

IMPORTANT: When ﬁ nished ﬂ ying, never keep the aircraft in the sun. Do not store the aircraft in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can damage the foam.

Trimming the Aircraft

Wind

10ft power is cut

Adjusting Trim in ﬂ ight

If your aircraft does not ﬂ y straight and level at half throttle with the sticks at neutral, ﬂ y into the wind and adjust the trim sliders as indicated in the table until the aircraft maintains a reasonably straight and level ﬂ ight path.

• Trimming is best done in calm wind conditions.

• The SAFE ﬂ ight mode switch should be set to Experienced mode (position2) before adjusting the trims.

After the aircraft is trimmed in ﬂ ight, land the aircraft and proceed to the Manually Adjusting Trim section to set the trim mechanically.

The included RTF DXe transmitter features electronic trim buttons. The transmitter emits a faint beep with each click of the trim buttons in either direction. Holding the button in either direction quickly adjusts the trim several steps until the button is released or until the trim reaches the end of its travel. If the trim button does not beep when clicked, the trim is at the far end of its travel. Center trim is indicated by a slightly louder beep.

Manually Adjusting Trim

WARNING: Do not perform any maintenance with the propeller installed on the aircraft. Serious injury or property damage could

result from the motor starting inadvertently.

The SAFE Plus ﬂ ight mode switch should be set to Experienced mode (position2) before manually adjusting the trim settings.

The aircraft should be kept still while perfoming manual adjustment of trim. With the trim settings from the trim ﬂ ight still set in the transmitter, take note of

the positions of each of the control surfaces, one at a time. Adjust the clevis on each control surface to position the surface the same as it

was with the trim offset.

1. Remove the clevis from the control horn.

2. Turn the clevis (as shown) to lengthen or shorten the pushrod.

3. Close the clevis onto the control horn and slide the tube towards the horn to secure the clevis.

4. Move to the next control surface.

When you have all of the surface trims centered, return the trim settings on the transmitter to neutral by pushing the trim buttons for each surface until the transmitter emits a loud beep indicating center trim.

Aircraft Drift Trim Required

Elevator Trim

Elevator

Elevator Trim

Aileron Trim

Aileron

Aileron Trim

Rudder Trim

Rudder

Rudder Trim

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Post Flight Checklist

1. Activate Throttle Cut.

2. While avoiding the area of the propeller and prop arc, disconnect and remove the ﬂ ight battery from the aircraft

3. Power off the transmitter

4. Recharge the ﬂ ight battery

5. Inspect the airframe for loose or damaged parts

6. Repair or replace all damaged parts

7. Store ﬂ ight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the battery charge

8. Make note of ﬂ ight conditions and ﬂ ight plan results, planning for future ﬂ ights

Factory Settings for the Control Horns and Servo Arms

The Illustration shows recommended hole settings in the servo arms and control horns.

Elevator Ailerons Rudder Nose Wheel

Servo ArmsControl Horns

Service and Repairs

WARNING: Do not perform this or any other equipment maintenance with the propeller installed on the aircraft. Serious injury or property

damage could result from the motor starting inadvertently.

NOTICE: Crash damage is not covered under warranty. NOTICE: After any impact or replacement always ensure the receiver is

secure in the fuselage. If you replace the receiver, install the new receiver in the same location and orientation as the original or damage may result.

Repairs to the foam can be made using virtually any adhesive (hot glue, regular CA [cyanoacrylate adhesive], epoxy, etc).

Use of CA accelerator on the aircraft can damage paint. DO NOT handle the aircraft until accelerator fully dries.

When damaged parts are not repairable, see the Replacement Parts list for ordering by item number.

Service of Power Components

WARNING: Always disconnect the ﬂ ight battery from the model before removing the propeller.

Disassembly

1. Remove the wing from the aircraft.

2. Use a long 2.5mm hex driver inside the motor pod to remove the four

screws (A) from the motor mount.

3. Unplug the motor wires from the ESC, and pull the motor (B) from the mount.

Assemble in reverse order. If, after assembly, the motor spins in the wrong direction, switch the

connections of any two of the ESC/motor wires.

Assembly Tips

• If, after assembly, the motor spins in the wrong direction, switch the connections of any two of the ESC/motor wires.

• The raised lettering on the propeller must face forward toward the motor for correct propeller operation.

AS3X® System Trouble Shooting Guide

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Trim change when ﬂ ight mode is switched

Trim is not at neutral

Sub-Trim is not at neutral Do not use Sub-Trim. Adjust the servo arm or the clevis

If you need to adjust the trim more than 8 clicks, return the trim to neutral and manually adjust the clevis to center the trim

Trouble Shooting Guide

Problem Possible Cause Solution

There is no link between the transmitter and receiver Re-Bind the system following directions in this manual Transmitter AA batteries are depleted or installed

incorrectly as indicated by a dim or unlit LED on the

Aircraft does not operate

Aircraft keeps turning in one direction

Aircraft is difﬁ cult to control

Aircraft nose rises steeply at half throttle

Aircraft will not climb

Aircraft is difﬁ cult to launch in the wind

Flight time is too short

Aircraft vibrates Propeller, spinner or motor damaged Tighten or replace parts Rudder, ailerons or elevator

do not move freely

Aircraft will not Bind (during binding) to transmitter

Aircraft will not connect (after binding) to transmitter

After being properly adjusted, aileron and/or rudder are not in neutral position when battery is plugged in

transmitter or the low battery alarm No electrical connection Push connectors together until they are secure Flight battery is not charged Fully charge the battery Crash has damaged the radio inside the fuselage Replace the fuselage or receiver

Rudder or rudder trim is not adjusted correctly

Aileron or aileron trim is not adjusted correctly Adjust stick trims or manually adjust aileron positions Wing or tail is damaged Replace damaged part Damaged propeller Land immediately and replace damaged propeller

Center of gravity is behind the recommended location

Wind is too gusty or strong Postpone ﬂ ying until the wind calms down

Elevator is trimmed ‘up’ too much

Battery is not installed in the correct position. Move forward approximately 1/2” Battery is not fully charged Fully charge battery before ﬂ ying Elevator may be trimmed ‘down’ Adjust elevator trim ‘up’ Propeller damaged or installed incorrectly Land immediately, replace or install propeller correctly

Launching the aircraft down wind or into a cross wind Always launch the aircraft directly into the wind

Battery is not fully charged Recharge battery Flying at full throttle for the entire ﬂ ight Fly at just above half throttle to increase ﬂ ying time Wind speed too fast for safe ﬂ ight Fly on a calmer day Propeller damaged Replace propeller

Damaged or blocked push rods or hinges Repair damage or blockage

Transmitter is too near aircraft during binding process

Aircraft or transmitter is too near a large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter

Bind plug is not installed correctly Install bind plug and bind aircraft to transmitter Flight battery/transmitter battery charge is too low Replace/recharge batteries

Transmitter is too near aircraft during connecting process

Aircraft or transmitter is too near a large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter

Bind plug is left installed Rebind transmitter to aircraft and remove bind plug before cycling power Aircraft battery/Transmitter battery charge is too low Replace/recharge batteries Transmitter may have been bound to a different model

(using different DSM Protocol)

Model was moved during initial power on

Check polarity installation or replace with fresh AA batteries

Adjust stick trims, then land and manually adjust aileron and/or rudder linkages so no transmitter trim is required

Shift battery forward, do not ﬂ y until correct Center of Gravity location is achieved

If trim must be adjusted more than 4 clicks when pushing the trim button, adjust push rod length

Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft, disconnect and reconnect battery to aircraft

Move the aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again

Move powered transmitter a few feet from aircraft, disconnect and reconnect battery to aircraft

Move the aircraft and transmitter to another location and attempt connecting again

Bind aircraft to transmitter

Unplug ﬂ ight battery and reconnect, keeping model immobile for at least 5 seconds

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Replacement Parts List Optional Parts List

Part # Description

HBZ3801 Fuselage w/Servos HBZ3802 Hatch HBZ3803 Wing Set w/Servos HBZ3804 Horizontal Fin Set HBZ3805 Nose Gear w/wheel HBZ3806 Main Landing Gear Set HBZ3807 Prop (2) HBZ3808 30A ESC HBZ3809 2306-2250 Motor SPMAR636 AR636 6-Ch AS3X Sport Receiver SPMR1000 DXe Transmitter Only SPMSA390 8g Servo SPMX22003S30 SMART 2200mah 3S 11.1V 30C LiPo; IC3 SPMXC1020 S120 USB-C SMART Charger, 1x20W HBZ3810 Hardware Set

Limited Warranty

What this Warranty Covers

Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.

What is Not Covered

This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modiﬁ cation of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.

OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

Purchaser’s Remedy

Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Limitation of Liability

HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 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, ﬁ nal assembly, modiﬁ cation 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 the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

Part # Description

DYNC2030 Prophet Sport Mini 50W Charger EFLA111 LiPo Cell Voltage Checker SPM6716 Spektrum DSMR Transmitter Case SPM6722 Spektrum Single Aircraft TX Case SPMA3051 Standard Servo Extension 6” SPMR12000 iX12 12 Channel Transmitter Only SPMR8100 DX8e 8CH Transmitter Only SPMR9910 DX9 Black Transmitter Only MD2 SPMXBC100 SMART Battery & Servo Tester SPMXC1000 SMART S1200 DC Charger, 1x200W SPMXC10201 30A 540W Power Supply

Law

These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conﬂ ict of law principals). This warranty gives you speciﬁ c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES Questions, Assistance, and Services

Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor or 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 visit our website at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative.

Inspection or Services

If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. 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. An Online Service Request is available at http:// www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center_render-service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.

NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support ofﬁ ce.

Warranty Requirements For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have

been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Service Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be

completed and payment will be required without notiﬁ cation or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the

service without notiﬁ cation. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/ service-center_render-service-center.

ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold noncompliant Product for a period of 60 days from notiﬁ cation, after which it will be discarded.

Contact Information

Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address

United States of America

European Union

Horizon Service Center (Repairs and Repair Requests) Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)

Sales

Horizon Technischer Service service@horizonhobby.eu Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH +49 (0) 4121 2655 100

servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/ RequestForm/

productsupport@horizonhobby.com 877-504-0233 websales@horizonhobby.com 800-338-4639

2904 Research Road Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA

Hanskampring 9 D 22885 Barsbüttel, Germany

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FCC Information

FCC ID: BRWDXE BRWDASRX15

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modiﬁ cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

HBZ AeroScout S 1.1m RTF, BNF Basic (HBZ3800, HBZ3850) BRWDXE BRWDASRX15

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modiﬁ cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Horizon Hobby, LLC 2904 Research Rd., Champaign, IL 61822 Email: compliance@horizonhobby.com Web: HorizonHobby.com

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IC Information

IC: 6157A-DXE

6157A-AMRX15

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)this device may not cause interference, (2)this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Compliance Information for the European Union

HBZ AeroScout S 1.1m RTF (HBZ3800) EU Compliance Statement: Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares

that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements

and other relevant provisions of the RED and EMC directives. A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.

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 collections point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of

CHBZ AeroScout S 1.1m BNF Basic (HBZ3850) EU Compliance Statement: Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this

product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the RED and EMC directives.

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 ofﬁ ce, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code

Effective January 1, 2014

A. GENERAL

A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained ﬂ ight in the atmosphere. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition. All model ﬂ ights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and any additional rules speciﬁ c to the ﬂ ying site.

1. Model aircraft will not be ﬂ own:

(a) In a careless or reckless manner. (b) At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited.

2. M odel aircraft pilots will:

(a) Yield the right of way to all man carrying aircraft. (b) See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when appropriate.

(AMA Document #540-D.)

three (3) miles of an airport, without notifying the airport operator.

(d) Not interfere with operations and trafﬁ c patterns at any airport, heliport

or seaplane base except where there is a mixed use agreement.

(e) Not exceed a takeoff weight, including fuel, of 55 pounds unless

in compliance with the AMA Large Model Aircraft program. (AMA Document 520-A.)

(f) Ensure the aircraft is identiﬁ ed with the name and address or AMA

number of the owner on the inside or afﬁ xed to the outside of the model aircraft. (This does not apply to model aircraft ﬂ own indoors).

(g) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts

except for helicopters operated under the provisions of AMA Document #555.

(h) Not operate model aircraft while under the inﬂ uence of alcohol or while

using any drug which could adversely affect the pilot’s ability to safely control the model.

(i) Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode

or burn, or any device which propels a projectile or drops any object that creates a hazard to persons or property.

Exceptions:

• Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are securely attached to the model aircraft during ﬂ ight.

• Rocket motors (using solid propellant) up to a G-series size may be used provided they remain attached to the model during ﬂ ight. Model rockets may be ﬂ own in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code but may not be launched from model aircraft.

• Ofﬁ cially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as deﬁ ned within the Team AMA Program Document (AMA Document #718).

(j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in compliance with the

AMA turbine regulations. (AMA Document #510-A).

3. Model aircraft will not be ﬂ own in AMA sanctioned events, air shows or model demonstrations unless:

(a) The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have successfully

demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the speciﬁ c event.

(b) An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot.

4. 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.

B. RADIO CONTROL

1. All pilots shall avoid ﬂ ying directly over unprotected people, vessels, vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of others.

2. A successful radio equipment ground-range check in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations will be completed before the ﬁ rst ﬂ ight of a new or repaired model aircraft.

3. At all ﬂ ying sites a safety line(s) must be established in front of which all ﬂ ying takes place (AMA Document #706.)

(a) Only personnel associated with ﬂ ying the model aircraft are allowed at

or in front of the safety line.

(b) At air shows or demonstrations, a straight safety line must be

established. (c) An area away from the safety line must be maintained for spectators. (d) Intentional ﬂ ying behind the safety line is prohibited.

4. RC model aircraft must use the 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.

5. RC model aircraft will not operate within three (3) miles of any pre-existing ﬂ ying site without a frequency-management agreement (AMA Documents #922 and #923.)

6. With the exception of events ﬂ own under ofﬁ cial AMA Competition Regulations, excluding takeoff and landing, no powered model may be ﬂ own outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and the pilot’s helper(s) located at the ﬂ ight line.

7. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft in ﬂ ight while it is still under power, except to divert it from striking an individual.

8. RC night ﬂ ying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with a clear view of the model’s attitude and orientation at all times. Hand-held illumination systems are inadequate for night ﬂ ying operations.

9. The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall: (a) Maintain control during the entire ﬂ ight, maintaining visual contact

without enhancement other than by corrective lenses prescribed for the pilot.

(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person View (FPV) only in

accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document #550.

accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document #560.

Please see your local or regional modeling association’s guidelines for proper, safe operation of your model aircraft.

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HINWIES

Allen Anweisungen, Garantien und anderen zugehörigen Dokumenten sind Änderungen nach Ermessen von Horizon Hobby, LLC vorbehalten. Aktuelle Produktliteratur finden Sie unter www.horizonhobby.com oder www.towerhobbies.com im Support-Abschnitt für das Produkt.

BEGRIFFSERKLÄRUNG

Die folgenden Begriffe werden in der gesamten Produktliteratur verwendet, um auf unterschiedlich hohe Gefahrenrisiken beim Betrieb dieses Produkts hinzuweisen: WARNUNG: Wenn diese Verfahren nicht korrekt befolgt werden, ergeben sich wahrscheinlich Sachschäden, Kollateralschäden und schwere Verletzungen ODER

mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit oberﬂ ächliche Verletzungen.

ACHTUNG: Wenn diese Verfahren nicht korrekt befolgt werden, ergeben sich wahrscheinlich Sachschäden UND die Gefahr von schweren Verletzungen. HINWEIS: Wenn diese Verfahren nicht korrekt befolgt werden, können sich möglicherweise Sachschäden UND geringe oder keine Gefahr von Verletzungen ergeben.

WARNUNG: Lesen Sie die GESAMTE Bedienungsanleitung, um sich vor dem Betrieb mit den Produktfunktionen vertraut zu machen. Wird das Produkt

nicht korrekt betrieben, kann dies zu Schäden am Produkt oder persönlichem Eigentum führen oder schwere Verletzungen verursachen.

Dies ist ein hochentwickeltes Hobby-Produkt. Es muss mit Vorsicht und gesundem Menschenverstand betrieben werden und benötigt gewisse mechanische Grundfähigkeiten. Wird dieses Produkt nicht auf eine sichere und verantwortungsvolle Weise betrieben, kann dies zu Verletzungen oder Schäden am Produkt oder anderen Sachwerten führen. Versuchen Sie nicht ohne Genehmigung durch Horizon Hobby, LLC, das Produkt zu zerlegen, es mit inkompatiblen Komponenten zu verwenden oder auf jegliche Weise zu erweitern. Diese Bedienungsanleitung enthält Anweisungen für Sicherheit, Betrieb und Wartung. Es ist unbedingt notwendig, vor Zusammenbau, Einrichtung oder Verwendung alle Anweisungen und Warnhinweise im Handbuch zu lesen und zu befolgen, damit es bestimmungsgemäß betrieben werden kann und Schäden oder schwere Verletzungen vermieden werden.

Nicht geeignet für Kinder unter 14 Jahren. Dies ist kein Spielzeug.

Sicherheits maßnahmen und Warnungen

Als Benutzer dieses Produkts sind ausschließlich Sie für einen Betrieb verantwortlich, der weder Sie selbst noch andere gefährdet, bzw. der weder das Produkt noch Eigentum anderer beschädigt.

• Halten Sie stets in alle Richtungen einen Sicherheitsabstand zu Ihrem Modell ein, um Kollisionen und Verletzungen zu vermeiden. Dieses Modell wird über ein Funksignal gesteuert. Funksignale können von außerhalb gestört werden, ohne dass Sie darauf Einﬂ uss nehmen können. Störungen können zu einem vorübergehenden Verlust der Steuerungskontrolle führen.

• Betreiben Sie Ihr Modell stets auf offenen Geländen, weit ab von Autos, Verkehr und Menschen.

• Befolgen Sie die Anweisungen und Warnungen für dieses Produkt und jedwedes optionales Zubehörteil (Ladegeräte, wieder auﬂ adbare Akkus etc.) stets sorgfältig.

• Halten Sie sämtliche Chemikalien, Kleinteile und elektrische Komponenten stets außer Reichweite von Kindern.

• Vermeiden Sie den Wasserkontakt aller Komponenten, die nicht speziell dafür ausgelegt und entsprechend geschützt sind. Feuchtigkeit beschädigt die Elektronik.

WARNUNG VOR GEFÄLSCHTEN PRODUKTEN: Sollten Sie jemals eine Spektrum Komponente ersetzen wollen, kaufen Sie die benötigten Ersatzteile

immer bei Horizon Hobby oder einem von Horizon Hobby autorisierten Händler, um sicherzugehen, dass Sie beste Spektrum Qualität erhalten. Horizon Hobby, LLC lehnt jedwede Haftung, Garantie und Serviceleistung in Bezug auf, aber nicht ausschließlich für, Kompatibilitäts- und Leistungsansprüche von gefälschten Produkten oder Produkten, die angeben mit DSM oder Spektrum kompatibel zu sein, ab.

• Nehmen Sie niemals ein Element des Modells in Ihren Mund, da dies zu schweren Verletzungen oder sogar zum Tod führen könnte.

• Betreiben Sie Ihr Modell niemals mit schwachen Senderbatterien.

• Behalten Sie das Modell stets im Blick und unter Kontrolle.

• Verwenden Sie nur vollständig aufgeladene Akkus.

• Behalten Sie den Sender stets eingeschaltet, wenn das Modell eingeschaltet ist.

• Entfernen Sie stets den Akku, bevor Sie das Modell auseinandernehmen.

• Halten Sie bewegliche Teile stets sauber.

• Halten Sie die Teile stets trocken.

• Lassen Sie die Teile stets auskühlen, bevor Sie sie berühren.

• Entfernen Sie nach Gebrauch stets den Akku.

• Stellen Sie immer sicher, dass der Failsafe vor dem Flug ordnungsgemäß eingestellt ist.

• Betreiben Sie das Modell niemals bei beschädigter Verkabelung.

• Berühren Sie niemals sich bewegende Teile.

Packungsinhalt

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Speziﬁ kationen ............................................................................................. 23

Akku-Warnhinweise ...................................................................................... 24

Flug-Akku laden ........................................................................................... 24

Senderprogrammierung ................................................................................ 25

Mitgelieferter DXe-Sender (RTF-Version) ....................................................... 26

Flugzeug zusammenbauen ...........................................................................27

Sender und Empfänger binden ...................................................................... 29

Flugakku einsetzen ....................................................................................... 29

Schwerpunkt (CG) ......................................................................................... 30

Steuerrichtungstest ...................................................................................... 30

Die Auswahl eines Flugfeldes ........................................................................ 31

Reichweitentest ............................................................................................ 31

Den Propeller anbringen ............................................................................... 32

Flugmodi der SAFE-(Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope-)Technologie ...............32

Speziﬁ kationen

1095mm

867mm

788-836 g

Flugsteuerung ............................................................................................... 33

Checkliste vor dem Flug................................................................................ 34

Fliegend........................................................................................................ 34

Trimmung des Flugzeugs .............................................................................. 35

Checkliste nach dem Flug ............................................................................. 36

Werkseitige Einstellungen der Steuerhörner und Servo-Arme ........................ 36

Service and Repairs ......................................................................................36

Leitfaden zur Problemlösung AS3X ................................................................ 37

Leitfaden zur Problemlösung ......................................................................... 37

Ersatzteile ..................................................................................................... 38

Optionale Bauteile ......................................................................................... 38

Garantie und Service Informationen ..............................................................38

Garantie und Service Kontaktinformationen................................................... 39

Rechtliche Informationen für die Europäische Union ...................................... 39

Motor: 2306-2250 Bürstenloser Außenläufer (HBZ3809)

Geschwindigkeitsregler: 30A (HBZ3808) Montiert Montiert Servos: 8g Servo (SPMSS390) Montiert Montiert Empfänger: AR636 AS3X Sportempfänger

mit 6 Kanälen (SPMAR636 Akku: SMART 2200mAh 3S 11,1V 30C

LiPo; IC3 (SPMX22003S30) Akkuladegerät: S120 USB-C SMART-

Ladegerät, 1x20W (SPMXC1020) Sender: Spektrum DXe mit kompletter DSMX

Technologie

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