Horizon Hobby E-Flite V-22 Osprey VTOL Instruction Manual

V-22 Osprey VTOL

Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni

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NOTICE

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Meaning of Special Language:

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

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.

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.

• 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.

V-22 Osprey VTOL

Transmitter

Setup

Center of Gravity

(CG)

Flight Timer

Setting

Quick Start Information

Set up your transmitter using the transmitter setup table

25-30mm from the leading edge of wing root as

shown in the Center of Gravity section

(CG must be set with the motor nacelles in the

Airplane Mode, forward position)

4 minutes

Components

Motors: (2) 2250Kv Motors, (1) 4000Kv Installed Installed

ESC: (2) 12 Amp Brushless ESCs

(1) 6 Amp Brushless ESC

Servo: (

2) 5g Sub-Micro Analog Air Servos (3)

3.7g Sub-Micro Analog Air Servos

Receiver: Spektrum Quad Race Serial Receiver w/Diversity (SPM4648)

Recommended Battery: 11.1V 3S 800mAh 30C Li-Po (EFLB8003SJ30)

Recommended Battery Charger: 3-cell Li-Po battery balancing charger

Recommended Transmitter:

Full-Range 6 channel 2.4GHz with Spektrum

™

DSMX® technology

19.1 in (486mm)

Installed Installed

Installed Required

Required Required

Table of Contents

Preﬂ ight .............................................................................................4

Transmitter Setup .............................................................................4

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

Battery Installation and ESC Arming ...................................................5

Center of Gravity (CG) .......................................................................5

Flight Control Direction Test ..............................................................6

Check the Nacelle Movement .............................................................6

Flight Conditions ................................................................................ 7

Linkage Settings and Flight Trimming ................................................8

Understanding the Primary Flight Controls .........................................8

Flying Your Aircraft ...........................................................................10

Post Flight .......................................................................................11

PNP Receiver Selection and Installation ...........................................11

Motor Service ..................................................................................12

Receiver, Servo, and ESC Connection Diagram .................................13

FPV System Installation (Optional) ....................................................13

Troubleshooting Guide .....................................................................14

AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code .........................................15

Limited Warranty .............................................................................16

Contact Information .........................................................................17

FCC Information ..............................................................................17

IC Information ..................................................................................17

Compliance Information for the European Union ...............................17

Exploded View .................................................................................62

Replacement Parts ........................................................................... 63

Optional Parts ..................................................................................63

19.2 in (487mm)

11.5-12.3 oz (325-350g)

RECEIVER BIND INFORMATION

Channels Frequency 2405 – 2476 MHz Compatibility DSM2 and DSMX

As of this printing, you may be required to register with the FAA if you own this product.

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/.

BNF Basic/PNP

Preﬂ ight

1. Remove and inspect contents.

2. Read this instruction manual thoroughly.

3. Charge the ﬂ ight battery.

4. Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart.

5. Fully assemble the airplane.

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

7. Check the Center of Gravity (CG).

8. Bind the aircraft to your transmitter.

Transmitter Setup

The V-22 Osprey aircraft requires a transmitter with a minimum of six channels and one open three-position switch.

Flight Modes are selected with channel 5 (GEAR).

Expo: After the ﬁ rst few ﬂ ights, adjust expo up or down in the transmitter to

better suit your ﬂ ying style.

Tip: Set the throttle trim at a high idle during ﬂ ight, and use a throttle cut switch

to shut the motors off. Shutting the motors off on this aircraft will cause the model to descend rapidly in Multirotor Flight Mode. Keeping the motors turning at the low throttle point will slow the descent rate when the throttle is reduced.

Refer to your transmitter manual for additional safety information.

* To download the V-22 Osprey setup for the DXe, DX6–DX20 or iX12 visit

www.spektrumrc.com.

9. Make sure linkages move freely.

10. Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.

11. Perform the stability system control direction test with the aircraft.

12. Check the nacelle movement to ensure proper alignment.

13. Adjust ﬂ ight controls and transmitter.

14. Perform a radio system Range Test.

15. Find a safe open area to ﬂ y.

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

Computerized Transmitter Setup

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

Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO (Airplane) model (perform a model reset), then name the model.

Elevator 10%

Set Expo values to

Set Servo Travel to 100% D/R Low 70% D/R High 100%

Throttle Cut -130%

DX6 (Gen2) DX7 (Gen2) DX8 (Gen2) DX9 DX18 DX20 iX12

Aileron 10% Rudder 10%

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP

2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE

3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE: WING: NORMAL

4. Set CHANNEL ASSIGN: (NEXT) CHANNEL INPUT CONFIG: GEAR: B

5. Go to the FUNCTION LIST

6. Set THROTTLE CUT SWITCH H POSITION: –130%

Transmitter and Receiver Binding

™

This product requires an approved Spektrum transmitter. Visit www.bindnﬂ y.com for a complete list of approved transmitters.

IMPORTANT: Before binding a transmitter, read the Transmitter Setup section to ensure that your transmitter is properly programmed for this aircraft.

If you encounter problems, follow the binding instructions and refer to the transmitter troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support ofﬁ ce.

DSM2®/DSMX® compatible

Bind Procedure (BNF)

1. Center all trims and move the throttle stick to the lowest position.

2. Place the aircraft on a level surface. Connect the ﬂ ight battery to the ﬂ ight controller. The motors will produce two tones indicating power. After 10 seconds the orange LED on the receiver will ﬂ ash indicating it is ready to bind.*

3. Take three steps away from the aircraft/receiver and then put your transmitter in bind mode. Refer to your transmitter’s manual for speciﬁ c binding instructions.

4. The receiver is bound to the transmitter when the LED on the receiver glows solid orange.

IMPORTANT: The ﬂ ight controller will not arm the ESCs if the throttle is not in the lowest position and the throttle trim at or below center.

IMPORTANT: After binding the receiver and transmitter for the ﬁ rst time, the transmitter must be powered on ﬁ rst, before the aircraft. Failure to power on the transmitter ﬁ rst will cause the receiver to automatically go into bind mode and requiring the transmitter and receiver to have to be re-bound.

* The receiver is located inside the fuselage. Remove the bottom hatch to see

the LED on the receiver.

V-22 Osprey VTOL

Battery Installation and ESC Arming

Battery Selection

We recommend the E-ﬂ ite® 800mAh 11.1V 3S 30C Li-Po battery (EFLB8003SJ30). Refer to the Optional Parts list for other recommended batteries. If using a battery other than those listed, the battery should be within the range of capacity, dimensions and weight of the E-ﬂ ite Li-Po battery packs to ﬁ t in the fuselage.

1. Lower the throttle to the lowest settings. Select the multirotor ﬂ ight mode. Power on the transmitter and wait approximately ﬁ ve seconds.

2. Carefully lift the front of the battery hatch and pull forward to remove it.

3. Install the fully charged battery in the battery compartment as shown. Secure using the hook and loop tape.

4. Connect the battery to the ﬂ ight controller.

5. Keep the aircraft upright, immobile and away from wind or the system may not initialize.

• The motor nacelles will rotate to the middle position brieﬂ y and then to

the upright, Multirotor ﬂ ight position, indicating the ﬂ ight controller has initialized and the ESCs are armed.

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

6. Reinstall the battery hatch.

7. Refer to the Center of Gravity section to ensure the model balances at the recommended CG.

Center of Gravity (CG)

The CG location is within 25-30mm, measured from the the leading edge of the wing at the root, as shown in the illustration.

NOTICE: The main motor nacelles must be in the Airplane Flight Mode when checking the center of gravity. Failure to do so will give an incorrect center of gravity and may cause a crash. Crash damage is not covered under warranty.

25-30mm

BNF Basic/PNP

Flight Control Direction Test

This test ensures that the ﬂ ight control system is functioning properly. Assemble the aircraft, bind your transmitter to the receiver, and ensure the aircraft is in Airplane Flight Mode and throttle cut is active before performing this test. The control surfaces will not respond in Multirotor Flight Mode.

Move the entire aircraft as shown in the table and ensure the control surfaces respond in the direction as shown. If the control surfaces do not respond as shown, do not ﬂ y the aircraft. Contact Horizon Product Support.

Once the ﬂ ight control system is active, control surfaces may move rapidly. This is normal.

CAUTION: Keep all body parts, hair and loose clothing away from a moving propeller, as these items could become entangled.

Check the Nacelle Movement

Aircraft Movement Control Surface Reaction

BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT OF THE AIRCRAFT

Check the nacelle movement to ensure proper alignment. Fully cycle the nacelles 2 or 3 times to ensure they are transitioning evenly. If the nacelles are not aligned, use the information below to adjust the nacelles before attempting ﬂ ight.

If the aircraft displays unwanted yaw or roll during the transition from multirotor to airplane mode, check the nacelle alignment.

Nacelle Linkage

Rotation Stop

Torque Rod Control Arm

IMPORTANT: The following information refers to the movement of the nacelles when transitioning from multirotor to airplane mode. While in multirotor mode, the nacelles may not always be vertical or aligned with each other. This is due to the way the aircraft uses the nacelle movement to control yaw in multirotor mode. While in airplane mode however, the nacelles should be aligned with each other.

If the motor nacelles do not move in unison the aircraft may yaw or roll slightly when transitioning from multirotor to airplane mode. For example, if the left nacelle is slightly lagging behind or not traveling far enough when changing into airplane mode, the aircraft may yaw to the left during the transition. If the left nacelle is lagging far behind, the aircraft may yaw to the left and roll to the right during the transition.

IMPORTANT: Always check for proper nacelle alignment with the wing upright. To check the travel of the nacelles:

1. Power on the transmitter.

2. Enable throttle cut.

3. Power on the aircraft and place it on a ﬂ at surface. Wait for the aircraft to initialize.

4. After initialization, with the aircraft upright, cycle the ﬂ ight mode switch from multirotor to airplane mode 2-3 times, allowing the nacelles to ﬁ nish transitioning each time before switching. Observe the movement of the nacelles. They should start moving at the same time, remain even through the full range of travel and stop at both the same time and same angle.

Multirotor Mode:

The nacelles may be at different angles.

Transition to Airplane Mode: The nacelles may

differ slightly but should be close to the same angle.

Airplane Mode:

The nacelles should both be at the same angle, at or just below horizontal.

V-22 Osprey VTOL

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