Horizon Hobby F-27D Evolution Instruction Manual
F-27D Evolution
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Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
SAFE® Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection
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NOTICE
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literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support 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 superficial 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.
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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,
traffic 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 specifically 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 flying.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.
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F-27D Evolution
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Box Contents
Quick Start Information
Transmitter
Setup
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Set up your transmitter using the
transmitter setup chart
Hi Rate Low Rate
Dual Rates
Center of
Gravity (CG)
Ail
Ele
140mm forward from the firewall.
Flight Timer
Setting
Specifications
Motor: BL10 1920Kv
(EFLM101920)
ESC: 40A ESC (EFLA1040LB) Installed Installed
Servos: Digital servo (PKZ1090) Installed Installed
Receiver: Spektrum™ AR636A
6-Channel Sport Receiver
(SMPAR636A)
Recommended Battery: 11.1V
3S 2200-3200mAh 30C Li-Po
(EFLB22003S30, EFLB32003S30)
Recommended Battery Charger:
3-cell Li-Po battery balancing
charger
Recommended Transmitter:
Full-Range 6 channel (or more)
2.4GHz with Spektrum
DSM2®/DSMX® technology with
adjustable Dual Rates
24.1 in (612mm)
20mm 15mm
p22mm
q17mm
4 minutes
37.1 in (943mm)
15mm
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28.4 oz (805g)
373 sq/in (24.1
sq/dm)
Table of Contents
SAFE® Select Technology (BNF only) ..................................................4
Preflight ............................................................................................. 4
Transmitter Setup (BNF only) ..............................................................4
Model Assembly ................................................................................5
Transmitter and Receiver Binding/ SAFE Select On/Off (BNF only) ......6
Receiver Selection and Installation (PNP only) .................................... 7
Battery Installation and ESC Arming ................................................... 7
Final Setup ........................................................................................8
SAFE® Select Switch Designation (BNF only) ...................................... 8
Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings .................................................8
Center of Gravity (CG) .......................................................................9
Control Direction Test .........................................................................9
AS3X Control Response Test (BNF only) ..............................................9
Flying Tips and Repairs ....................................................................10
In Flight Trimming (BNF only) ...........................................................10
Post Flight .......................................................................................10
Operation on 4S LiPo Batteries (optional) .........................................11
Optional FPV Nose Installation (not included) .................................... 11
Motor Service .................................................................................. 12
Troubleshooting Guide AS3X ............................................................12
Troubleshooting Guide .....................................................................13
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code .........................................14
Limited Warranty .............................................................................15
Contact Information .........................................................................16
FCC Information ............................................................................... 16
IC Information .................................................................................. 16
Compliance Information for the European Union ............................... 16
Recommended Receivers ................................................................58
Replacement Parts ...........................................................................59
Optional Parts ..................................................................................59
To register your product online, visit www.e-fliterc.com
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,
visit https://registermyuas.faa.gov/.
For additional assistance on regulations and guidance on UAS usage, visit
knowbeforeyoufly.org/.
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SAFE® Select Technology (BNF only)
The evolutionary SAFE® Select technology can offer an extra level of protection so you can perform the first flight with confidence. No complex transmitter
programming is required. Just follow the simple bind process to make the SAFE Select system active. When activated, bank and pitch limitations keep you from
over-controlling and automatic self-leveling makes recovery from risky or confusing attitudes as simple as releasing the sticks. In fact, with the aileron, elevator
and rudder sticks in the neutral position, SAFE Select will automatically keep the airplane in a straight and level attitude.
Expand the advantage of what SAFE® Select technology offers by assigning it to a switch. No transmitter programming is required and you’ll be able to turn
the system ON and OFF with the flip of a switch. For example, turn SAFE select ON for takeoffs to counter the torque of the propeller. Turn it OFF in flight for
unrestricted aerobatic performance, and turn it back ON when a buddy wants to try out your cool aircraft. Turn SAFE Select ON for landings. It will help keep the
correct pitch attitude and wings level during the final approach. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, SAFE Select can make your flights a great experience.
When the normal bind process is followed, the SAFE Select system is disabled, leaving specially tuned AS3X® technology in place to deliver a pure, unrestricted
flight experience.
Preflight
1. Remove and inspect contents.
2. Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
3. Charge the flight battery.
4. Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart.
5. Fully assemble the airplane.
6. Install the flight 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 (BNF only)
IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
Dual Rates
Take first flights in Low Rate. For landings, use high rate elevator.
NOTICE: To ensure AS3X® technology functions properly, do not lower rate
values below 50%. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of
the pushrods on the servo arm.
NOTICE: If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting
Guide for more information.
Expo
After first flights, you may adjust expo in your transmitter.
9. Make sure linkages move freely.
10. Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.
11. Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft.
12. Adjust flight controls and transmitter.
13. Perform a radio system Range Test.
14. Find a safe open area to fly.
15. Plan flight for flying field conditions.
Computerized Transmitter Setup
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (perform a
model reset), then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to
Set Servo Travel to 100%
Set Servo Expo to
DXe
DX6i
DX7S
DX8
DX6e
DX6 (Gen2)
DX7 (Gen2)
DX8 (Gen2)
DX9
DX10t
DX18
DX20
Refer to spektrumrc.com for the appropriate download setup.
1. Go to the SETUP LIST MENU
2. Set MODEL TYPE: ACRO
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set WING TYPE: 1 AIL
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AICRAFT TYPE:
WING: 1 AIL
HIGH 100%
LOW 70%
HIGH RATES 30%
LOW RATE
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CAUTION: Elevon mixing is automatically applied by the AR636
receiver. If you are using the BNF version of this aircraft, you must
set the Wing Type to 1 AIL. Changing the Wing Type to any other setting
will cause loss of control of the aircraft.
F-27D Evolution
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Model Assembly
Installing the Wings
1. Insert the wing rods into the fuselage.
2. Slide the wings onto the wing rods and push the wing into position until the clips snap into place.
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Vertical Tail Installation
Insert the vertical stabilizers into position and press down,
ensuring they click into position.
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Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Switching ON and OFF SAFE Select (BNF only)
This product requires an approved Spektrum™ DSM2®/DSMX® compatible
transmitter. Visit www.bindnfly.com for a complete list of approved transmitters.
The aircraft has an optional SAFE Select feature, which can be switched ON or
OFF easily by binding in a specific manner as described below.
IMPORTANT: Before binding a transmitter, read the Transmitter Setup section of this
manual to ensure that your transmitter is properly programmed for this aircraft.
Switching ON SAFE Select Binding Sequence
Install Bind Plug
RX in Bind Mode
Remove Bind Plug
Bind Plug Installation
Switching OFF SAFE Select Binding Sequence
Install Bind Plug
BIND PLUG
Binding Procedure / Switching ON SAFE Select
IMPORTANT: The included AR636 receiver has been programmed for
operation specifically for this aircraft. Refer to the receiver manual for
correct setup if the receiver is replaced or is used in another aircraft.
CAUTION: When using a Futaba® transmitter with a Spektrum DSM
module, you must reverse the throttle channel and rebind. Refer to
your Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe instructions. Refer to
your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle
channel.
1. Make sure the transmitter is powered off.
2. Move the transmitter controls to neutral (flight controls: rudder, elevators
and ailerons) or to low positions (throttle, throttle trim).*
3. Install a bind plug in the receiver bind port.
4. Place the aircraft level on its wheels, connect the flight battery to the ESC,
then turn ON the switch. The ESC will produce a series of sounds. 3 flat
tones followed immediately by 2 ascending tones confirm that the LVC is
set correctly for the ESC. The orange bind LED on the receiver will begin to
flash rapidly.
5. Remove the bind plug from the bind port.
6. Take 3 steps away from the aircraft /receiver and then power ON the
transmitter while holding the transmitter bind button or switch. Refer to
your transmitter’s manual for specific binding instructions.
IMPORTANT: Do not to point the transmitter’s antenna directly at the
receiver while binding.
IMPORTANT: Keep away from large metal objects while binding.
7. The receiver is bound to the transmitter when the orange bind light on
the receiver stays orange. The ESC will produce a series of sounds. 3 flat
tones followed immediately by 2 ascending tones. The tones indicate the
ESC is armed, provided the throttle stick and throttle trim are low enough
to trigger arming.
IMPORTANT: Once bound, the receiver will retain its bind and last setting
until it has been intentionally changed, even when power is cycled ON and
OFF. However, if you notice that bind has been lost, simply repeat the binding
processs.
SAFE Select ON Indication
Every time the receiver is powered ON the surfaces will cycle back and forth
twice with a slight pause at neutral position to indicate that SAFE Select is
switched ON.
The throttle will not arm if the transmitter’s throttle control is not put at the
lowest position. 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 office.
*Failsafe
If the receiver loses transmitter communication, the failsafe will activate. When activated, failsafe moves the throttle channel to its preset
failsafe position (low throttle) that was set during binding. All other channels move to actively level the aircraft in flight.
Binding Procedure / Switching OFF SAFE Select
IMPORTANT: The included AR636 receiver has been programmed for
operation specifically for this aircraft. Refer to the receiver manual for
correct setup if the receiver is replaced or is used in another aircraft.
CAUTION: When using a Futaba® transmitter with a Spektrum DSM
module, you must reverse the throttle channel and rebind. Refer to
your Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe instructions. Refer to
your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle
channel.
1. Make sure the transmitter is powered off.
2. Move the transmitter controls to neutral (flight controls: rudder, elevators
and ailerons) or to low positions (throttle, throttle trim). *
3. Install a bind plug in the receiver bind port.
4. Place the aircraft level on its wheels, connect the flight battery to the ESC,
then turn ON the switch. The ESC will produce a series of sounds. 3 flat
tones followed immediately by 2 ascending tones confirm that the LVC is
set correctly for the ESC.
The orange bind LED on the receiver will begin to flash rapidly. DO
NOT remove the bind plug at this time.
5. Take 3 steps away from the aircraft /receiver and then power ON the
transmitter while holding the transmitter bind button or switch. Refer to
your transmitter’s manual for specific binding instructions.
IMPORTANT: Do not to point the transmitter’s antenna directly at the
receiver while binding.
IMPORTANT: Keep away from large metal objects while binding.
6. The receiver is bound to the transmitter when the orange bind light on
the receiver stays orange. The ESC will produce a series of sounds. 3 flat
tones followed immediately by 2 ascending tones. The tones indicate the
ESC is armed, provided the throttle stick and throttle trim are low enough
to trigger arming.
7. Remove the bind plug from the bind port.
IMPORTANT: Once bound, the receiver will retain its bind and last setting
until it has been intentionally changed, even when power is cycled ON and
OFF. However, if you notice that bind has been lost, simply repeat the binding
processs.
SAFE Select OFF Indication
Every time the receiver is powered ON the surfaces will cycle back and forth
once to indicate that SAFE Select has been switched OFF.
The throttle will not arm if the transmitter’s throttle control is not put at the
lowest position. 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 office.
RX in Bind Mode
Bind TX to RX
Bind TX to RX
Remove Bind Plug
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