Horizon Hobby F-4 User Manual

SAFE® Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection

Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni

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.

14+

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.

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.

• 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.

F-4 Phantom 80mm EDF

Quick Start Information

1. Blank (Acro) Model

Transmitter Setup

Dual Rates*

Flap Travel

EXPO

(Soft center)

Center of Gravity (CG)

Flight Timer Setting 3.5 minutes

Motor: Brushless, 3270-2000Kv (EFLM2000DF) Fan Unit: 80mm Ducted Fan Unit (EFLA8012DF) ESC: 100A Pro Switching Mod Servos: 13 and 23g Analog Metal Gear (SPMSA450, SPMSA460) Retracts: Nose and Main Gear ( Receiver: Spektrum™ AR636 6-Channel Sport Receiver

(SPMAR636) Recommended Battery: 22.2V 4000–5000mAh 30-40C

6SLiPo with EC5

Recommended Battery Charger:

6-cell Li-Po battery balancing charger

Recommended Transmitter:

6+ channel, Full-Range 2.4GHz with Spektrum

DSMX

technology and adjustable dual rates

2. Wing Type: 1 Aileron, 1 Flap

3. Servo Reversing: Gear Reversed, All Others Normal

4. Travel Adjust (All Surfaces): 100%

High Rate Low Rate

Aileron

Elevator

Rudder

Aileron 10% 5% Elevator 15% 5% Rudder 10% 5%

e (EFLA10100EC5)

EFLG315, EFLG316

™

connector

 = 20mm  = 20mm  = 30mm  = 20mm  = 15mm  = 15mm

Half  = 25mm Full  = 45mm

High Rate Low Rate

180–190mm back from the leading edge,

measured at the wing root

)

™

DSM2®/

35.8 in (910mm)

 = 15mm  = 15mm  = 25mm  = 12mm  = 10mm  = 10mm

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Box Contents

Table of ContentsSpeciﬁ cations

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

SAFE

Select Switch Designation ...........................................................................5

Using SAFE

With a 6 Channel Aircraft .......................................................................................5

Model Assembly ....................................................................................................5

Flaps .....................................................................................................................7

Optional Scale External Stores Installation ..............................................................7

PNP Receiver Selection and Installation .................................................................7

Battery Installation and ESC Arming .......................................................................8

Center of Gravity (CG) ...........................................................................................8

Transmitter and Receiver Binding / Enabling and Disabling SAFE Select .................9

Control Surface Centering ....................................................................................10

Control Surface Direction .....................................................................................10

Dual Rates and Control Throws ............................................................................10

Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings ...................................................................10

In Flight Trimming ................................................................................................11

Flying Tips and Repairs ........................................................................................11

Post Flight............................................................................................................12

Power Components Service .................................................................................12

Troubleshooting Guide AS3X ................................................................................13

Troubleshooting Guide .........................................................................................13

Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................14

Recommended Parts ............................................................................................14

Optional Parts ......................................................................................................14

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

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

Warranty and Service Contact Information ...........................................................16

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

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

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

Select With the DX6 and DX6e Transmitters

53.7 in (1364mm)

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/.

Preﬂ ight

1 Remove and inspect contents. 2 Read this instruction manual thoroughly. 3 Charge the ﬂ ight battery. 4 Fully assemble the aircraft. 5 Install the ﬂ ight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged). 6 Check the Center of Gravity (CG). 7 Bind the aircraft to your transmitter.

Transmitter Setup (BNF)

IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and

receiver to set the desired failsafe positions. If your transmitter allows it, enable the throttle cut feature. Always engage throttle

cut before approaching the aircraft.

Dual Rates

Low rate is recommended for the initial ﬂ ights.

NOTICE: To ensure AS3X 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 ﬁ rst ﬂ ights, you may adjust expo in your transmitter.

technology functions properly, do not lower rate

8 Make sure all linkages move freely.

9 Perform the control direction test with the transmitter. 10 Adjust the ﬂ ight controls and transmitter as needed. 11 Perform a radio system range test. 12 Find a safe open area to ﬂ y. 13 Plan ﬂ ight for ﬂ ying ﬁ eld conditions.

Computerized Transmitter Setup

(DX6i, DX6e‡, DX6‡, DX7, DX7S, DX8, DX9, DX10t, DX18, DX20 and iX12)

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

Set Dual Rates to: Set Servo Travel to: 100%

1. Go to the SETUP LIST MENU

2. Set MODEL TYPE: ACRO

DX6i

3. Go to ADJUST LIST MENU

4. Set FLAPS: Norm 100 Flap*

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP

2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE

3. Set WING TYPE: 1 AIL 1 FLAP

4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST

DX7S DX8

5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse GEAR

6. Set FLAP SYSTEM: Choose Flap NORM: –100% FLAP* MID: –45% FLAP* LAND: 50% FLAP* SPEED 2.0S: SWITCH = FLAP

‡

DX6e DX6 (Gen2) DX7 (Gen2) DX8 (Gen2) DX9 DX10t DX18 DX20 iX12

†

Some of the terminology and function locations used in the iX12 programming

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)

2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE

‡

3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE (Model Setup, Aircraft Type) WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP

4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST (Model Adjust)

5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse GEAR

6. Set FLAP SYSTEM: SELECT SWITCH D: POS 0: –100% FLAP* POS 1: –45% FLAP* POS 2: 50% FLAP*

†

SPEED 2.0

may be slightly different than other Spektrum AirWare™ radios. The names given in paranthesis correspond to the iX12 programming terminology. Consult your transmitter manual for speciﬁ c information about programming your transmitter.

* Flap programming values may vary slightly. For your initial ﬂ ights use the

recommended ﬂ ap travel settings provided in the Flaps section and adjust the ﬂ ap travel to your preference on subsequent ﬂ ights.

‡

The settings provided above for the DX6 and DX6e do not allow for the use of a SAFE

Select switch. To use a SAFE Select switch on these systems see the section below

for transmitter setup and operation information.

HIGH 100% LOW 70%

LAND –50 Flap*

†

F-4 Phantom 80mm EDF

SAFE® Select Switch Designation

SAFE® Select technology can be easily assigned to any open switch (2 or 3 position) on your transmitter. With this feature, you have the ﬂ exibility to enable or disable the technology while in ﬂ ight.

IMPORTANT: Before assigning your desired switch, ensure that the travel for that channel is set at 100% in both directions and the aileron, elevator, rudder and throttle are all on high rate with the travel at 100%. Turn throttle hold OFF if it is programmed in the transmitter.

CAUTION: Keep all body parts well clear of the rotor, intakes and exhaust tube and keep the aircraft securely restrained in case of accidental throttle activation.

Assigning a switch

1. Bind the aircraft correctly to activate SAFE Select. This will allow the system to be assigned to a switch.

2. Hold both transmitter sticks to the inside bottom corners and toggle the desired switch 5 times (1 toggle = full up and down) to assign that switch. The control surfaces of the aircraft will move, indicating the switch has been selected.

Repeat the process to assign a different switch or to deactivate the current switch if desired.

TIP: SAFE Select is assignable on any unused Channels 5–9.

Mode 1 and 2 transmitters

100%

X 5

100%

Using SAFE® Select With the DX6 and DX6e Transmitters With a 6 Channel Aircraft

The SAFE Select switch must be assigned to the Flap switch (switch D) BEFORE proceeding to the Transmitter Setup and should start from a blank (reset) model. Failure to assign the SAFE switch prior to programming the other model functions may prevent the SAFE switch from assigning correctly. Users of the DX6 and DX6e will have the SAFE Select functionality linked to the ﬂ aps. The values given in the Transmitter Setup table turn SAFE on when the ﬂ aps are fully deployed. SAFE is off when the ﬂ aps are not fully deployed.

IMPORTANT: When programming the Flap System function in the transmitter setup of the DX6 and DX6e, set the Speed value to Norm. Adding any delay to the deployment of the ﬂ aps will also delay the activation of SAFE.

DX6 and DX6e Transmitter Setup for SAFE® Select Operation

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

Set Dual Rates to:

Set Servo Travel to: 100%

DX6e DX6 (Gen2)

HIGH 100% LOW 70%

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP

2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE

3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE: WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP

4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST

5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse GEAR See the SAFE

ﬂ ap values.

6. Set FLAP SYSTEM: SELECT SWITCH D: POS 0: –100% FLAP* POS 1: –45% FLAP* POS 2: 50% FLAP* SPEED: Norm

Select Switch Designation section BEFORE setting the

Model Assembly

Horizontal Tail Installation

1. Slide the right and left horizontal stabilizers over the torque rod at the rear of the fuselage. Ensure the stabilizers are on the correct sides. They should have a downward angle (anhedral), as shown, when installed correctly.

2. Secure the stabilizers to the torque rod with two M3 x 10mm ﬂ athead screws.

Model Assembly (Continued)

Vertical Fin Installation

1. Connect the rudder servo connector to the extension in the fuselage labeled RUDD. Secure the connection with a servo connector clip (SPMA3054, not included) or wrap with tape. Feed the excess servo wire into the fuselage.

2. Insert the front of the vertical ﬁ n into the hole in the fuselage and rotate the ﬁ n down until it is fully seated on the fuselage.

3. Secure the ﬁ n with two M3 x 16 mm ﬂ athead screws through rear ﬁ n braces and one M3 x 20mm ﬂ athead screw through the front brace, as shown. Do not over tighten the screws.

Wing Installation

1. Center the wing tube in the tube socket in the fuselage.

2. Slide the right wing over the tube, ensuring the tube slides fully into the wing socket.

3. Align the servo connectors at the rear of the wing with the connectors in the fuselage, and ensure the fuselage alignment pins slide into the holes in the wing.

4. When fully seated against the fuselage, secure the wing with two M3 x 20mm ﬂ athead screws through the bottom of the wing, into the fuselage alignment pins.

5. Repeat steps 2-4 for the left wing.

F-4 Phantom 80mm EDF

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