Horizon Hobby Mini Convergence VTOL BNF, Mini Convergence VTOL PNP Basic Instruction Manual
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Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
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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.
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 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 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.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
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AGE RECOMMENDATION:
Not for children under 14 years.
This is not a toy.
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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Box Contents
Quick Start Information
Transmitter
Setup
Set up your transmitter using the
transmitter setup table
Center of
Gravity (CG)
200-210mm from the nose of the
airplane as shown in the
Center of Gravity section
(CG must be set with the motor
nacelles in the multirotor fl ight,
upright position)
Flight Timer
Setting
5 minutes
Table of Contents
8.9 OZ
(253g)
16.5 in (419-mm)
16.25 in (410mm)
Components
95.5 in
2
(616.1 cm2)
Motors: (3) 1404-2500Kv Motors Installed Installed
ESC: (3) 6 AMP Brushless ESCs Installed Installed
Servo: (
2) 5g Sub-Micro Analog Air Servos
(2) 3.7g Sub-Micro Analog Air Servos
Installed Installed
Receiver: Spektrum Quad Race Serial
Receiver w/Diversity (SPM4648)
Installed Required
Recommended Battery: 11.1V 3S
800mAh 30C Li-Po (EFLB8003SJ30)
Required Required
Recommended Battery Charger:
3-cell Li-Po battery balancing charger
Required Required
Recommended Transmitter:
Full-Range 6 channel 2.4GHz with
Spektrum
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DSMX® technology
Required Required
As of this printing, 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/.
RECEIVER BIND INFORMATION
Channels 6
Frequency 2405 – 2476 MHz
Compatibility DSM2 and DSMX
Prefl ight .............................................................................................4
Transmitter Setup .............................................................................4
Transmitter and Receiver Binding .......................................................4
Battery Installation and ESC Arming ...................................................5
Center of Gravity (CG) .......................................................................5
Flight Conditions ................................................................................ 6
Flight Control Direction Test ..............................................................6
Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings .................................................7
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls .........................................7
Flying Your Aircraft .............................................................................9
In Flight Trimming ............................................................................ 10
Post Flight .......................................................................................10
Motor Service ..................................................................................10
PNP Receiver Selection and Installation ...........................................11
FPV System Installation (Optional) ....................................................11
Troubleshooting Guide .....................................................................12
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code .........................................13
Limited Warranty .............................................................................14
Contact Information .........................................................................15
FCC Information ..............................................................................15
IC Information ..................................................................................15
Compliance Information for the European Union ...............................15
Exploded View .................................................................................54
Replacement Parts ...........................................................................55
Optional Parts ..................................................................................55
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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.
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. Adjust fl ight controls and transmitter.
13. Perform a radio system Range Test.
14. Find a safe open area to fl y.
15. Plan fl ight for fl ying fi eld conditions.
Transmitter Setup
The Mini Convergence® aircraft requires a transmitter with a minimum of 6
channels and 2 open two-position switches.
Acro and Stability Flight Modes are selected with channel 5 (GEAR).
The transition from Multirotor Flight Mode to Airplane Flight Mode is controlled
by channel 6 (AUX 1).
IMPORTANT: After the model is set up, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
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 produce a more manageable descent rate when the
throttle is reduced.
Refer to your transmitter manual for additional safety information.
This product requires an approved Spektrum™ DSM2®/DSMX® compatible
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.
Transmitter and Receiver Binding
Bind Procedure (BNF)
1. Confi rm the transmitter is powered off.
2. Center all trims and move the throttle stick to the lowest position.
3. Place the aircraft on a level surface. Connect the fl ight battery to the fl ight
controller. The motors will produce a tone indicating power. After 10 seconds
the orange LED on the receiver will fl ash indicating it is ready to bind.
4. Take 3 steps away from the aircraft/receiver and then power ON the
transmitter in bind mode. Refer to your transmitter’s manual for specifi c
binding instructions.
5. 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.
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.
Set Expo values to
Elevator 10%
Aileron 10%
Rudder 0%
Set Servo Travel to 100%
D/R Low 70%
D/R High 100%
Throttle Cut
-130%
Select any switch other than A or H
DX6 (Gen2)
DX7 (Gen2)
DX8 (Gen2)
DX9
DX18
DX20
iX12
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AICRAFT TYPE:
WING: NORMAL
4. Set CHANNEL ASSIGN: (NEXT)
CHANNEL INPUT CONFIG: GEAR: A
AUX1: H
* To download the Mini Convergence
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setup for the DXe, DX6–DX20 or iX12
visit www.spektrumrc.com.
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Battery Installation and ESC Arming
Battery Selection
We recommend the E-fl ite® 800mAh 11.1V 3S 30C Li-Po battery
(EFLB8003S30). 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 and throttle trim to the lowest settings. Set the switches
to Multirotor and Stability Mode. Power on the transmitter and wait
approximately 5 seconds.
2. Carefully lift the back of the battery hatch and pull back to remove it.
3. Install the fully charged battery in the battery compartment as shown.
Secure using the hook and loop strap.
4. Connect the battery to the fl ight controller.
5. Keep the aircraft upright, immobile and away from wind or the system will
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 200-210mm,
measured from the nose of the airplane as
shown in the illustration.
CAUTION: The main motor
nacelles must be in the Multirotor
Flight Mode (upright) 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.
200-210mm
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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/ Stability Mode 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.
Aircraft Movement Elevon Reaction
Stability and Acro Flight Modes are available in both Airplane Flight Mode and
Multirotor Flight Mode. The basic function of each mode is the same regardless
of what realm of fl ight is active.
Stability Mode
Stability Mode limits the bank and pitch angle of the aircraft. The aircraft will
self-level if you release the transmitter sticks.
Acro Mode
Acro Mode removes the bank angle limits and will not self-level the aircraft
if you release the transmitter sticks. Acro Mode is intended for experienced
pilots who are comfortable fl ying the aircraft in any orientation.
The following table gives the switch positions and a brief description of the
possible fl ight conditions available.
Flight Conditions
Multirotor Flight Mode
(Switch H, Position 1)
Airplane Flight Mode
(Switch H, Position 0)
Stability Mode
(Switch A, Position 0)
• Limited bank angle
• Very little pitch change
• Forward and backward
fl ight is achieved
through angling of the
main motor nacelles
• Self-levelling
• Elevons inactive
• Tail motor runs
• Use this condition for all
takeoffs and landings
• Limited bank angle
• Self-levelling
• Elevons active
• Tail motor does not run
• Do not attempt to
land or takeoff in this
condition
Acro Mode
(Switch A, Position 1)
• Unlimited bank and
pitch angles
• Does not self- level
• Elevons inactive
• Tail motor runs
• Do not attempt to
land or takeoff in this
condition if you are an
inexperienced pilot
• Unlimited bank and
pitch angles
• Does not self-level
• Elevons active
• Tail motor does not run
• Do not attempt to
land or takeoff in this
condition
Air plane Flight Mode
Motor position may vary slightly depending on aircraft orientation and
current fl ight mode.
During transition
Multirotor Flight Mode
Motor position may vary slightly depending on aircraft orientation and current
fl ight mode.
Motor Nacelle Positions
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