Mini Twister Sport Mini Single Rotor Helicopter Instruction Manual

Please read the instructions carefully before use and retain for future reference.

Mini Single Rotor Helicopter with 2.4GHz Transmitter

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

FEATURES

 Gyro for incredible stability
 Rechargeable, removeable Lipo
 Charge easily direct from a USB port
 7-8 minute flight times!
 Silky smooth & stable hovering
 Full 4-channel control for full indoor fun
 Adjustable digital trims
 Efficient, stable under-slung flybar
 Bell Hiller mix for performance and stability
 Flexible wide track undercarriage
 Low transmitter battery power warning
 Spares pack included
 Spares available from your local model shop

GUARAnTEE/wARRAnTy

J. Perkins Distribution Ltd. guarantee this product to be free of manufacturing and assembly defects for a period of
one year from time of purchase. This does not affect your statutory rights. This warranty is not valid for any damage or
subsequent damage arising as a result of a crash, misuse, modification or for damage or consequential damage arising
as a result of failure to observe the procedures outlined in this manual. Operation of this model is carried out entirely at
the risk of the operator. Please note that, whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of instructions and material
included with this product, mistakes can occur and J. Perkins Distribution Ltd nor it’s distributors will be held liable for any
loss or damage arising from the use of this model or for any loss or damage arising from omissions or inaccuracies in the
associated instructions or materials included with this product.
We reserve the right to modify the design of this product, contents and manuals without prior notification.
© 2011 J Perkins Distribution Ltd, Lenham, Kent, UK ME17 2DL.
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ViTAl SAFETy inFo

Please read all instructions carefully before using this
model. If any information in this manual is unclear,
please contact your supplier for help.
Please note especially the potential dangers
associated with the rotating parts in this model:
DANGER—Wear protective eyewear when using
model helicopters!
DANGER—Do not wear loose clothing or ties!
DANGER—Keep well clear of rotating blades!
DANGER—Never fly near people or animals!
DANGER—A Li-Po battery is installed in the
helicopter. Please observe the safety information
regarding the safe use of Li-Po batteries before using
this product!
DANGER—Do not touch the battery or charger with
wet hands!

f Always let the battery cool down before

recharging.

f Always recharge the battery after use, especially if

it is going to be stored and not used for a while.
f Not suitable for children under 14 years.
f If you are completely new to R/C helicopters we

advise that you seek advice from an experienced

R/C helicopter pilot before attempting to fly this

model.
f When you begin to fly always turn on the

transmitter first then connect the battery on the

helicopter.
f When you have finished flying always disconnect

the battery on the helicopter first then turn off the

transmitter.
f Only for use indoors
f Do not fly near electrical or wireless equipment

and magnetic objects.
f Be careful to insert the battery the correct way

round, do not force the plug.
f If you hear the transmitter beeping this means the

transmitter batteries are low. Land immediately,

unplug the battery from the helicopter, turn off

the transmitter and replace the batteries in the

transmitter.
f Only use the USB charge lead provided with this

model to charge the helicopter battery.

ConTEnTS

Introduction .............................................3

New to R/C helicopters? .......................3

Specifications .........................................4

Welcome ..................................................4

A. Kit contents .....................................4

B. Transmitter part names .................5

C. LCD display ......................................5

Flight controls (Mode 2) ........................6

Beginner and Advanced mode ............. 6

Binding transmitter to receiver ...........7

Transmitter usage ................................... 7

Helicopter charging instructions ........8

Preparing for flight .................................8

Trimming the helicopter (mode 2) ........9

Throttle trim - left stick ....................... 9

Yaw trim - left stick .............................9

Fore/aft cyclic trim - right stick ......... 9

Left/right cyclic trim - right stick ......9

Flight controls .......................................10

Taking off ............................................10

Left-right rotation ..............................10

Fore/aft cyclic control ......................11

Left/right cyclic controls .................. 11

Exploded diagram.................................13

Parts List.................................................14

Lithium polymer battery safety ..........15

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inTRodUCTion

Thank you for buying the Mini Twister
Sport. It is the latest mini fixed pitch
helicopter with 4-channel R/C, 2.4GHz
radio and excellent stability. Mini Twister
Sport is an ideal choice for the beginner
helicopter pilot as it features professional
4-channel operation and stable flight.
Intermediate/Advanced pilots will
also enjoy the more advanced flight
characteristics of the Mini Twister Sport.
Small and lightweight, it can be flown
almost anywhere so almost anyone can
enjoy the fun of R/C helicopter flight.

nEw To R/C
hEliCopTERS?

The model is not a toy. If you are new to
RC helicopters, please do not expect to
be able to open the box and immediately
‘fly around’. RC helicopters are fun to
fly but require some time and training in
order to be flown successfully.

If this is not what you were expecting,
we advise you not to buy this model.

Although the Mini Twister Sport is easy to
fly, please note that we do not guarantee
that by following the information included
with this product you will be bound to
achieve successful helicopter flight.
Neither do we guarantee you will not
break anything!!

AboUT ThE FlyinG AREA
REQUiREd

The Mini Twister Sport is designed for
indoor use only. A hard, flat surface
clear of all obstacles is recommended
for take offs. Because of its size, the Mini
Twister Sport can be flown in virtually
any size room. However, you should fly
only where it is safe to do so and bear in
mind the smaller the room the more likely

you are to experience backwash from
the rotors turning which will effect the
stability of the helicopter.

AboUT TRAininG,
CRAShES & SpARE
pARTS

The Mini Twister Sport has been
designed to be strong and very easy to
repair, however, the helicopter is not
invulnerable and most people will tip their
helicopter over or break parts during their
flying career. This is quite normal. All
parts are available as spares from your
supplier. Study the exploded view of the
helicopter carefully to understand the
relationship between parts and how to
replace them if necessary. Crash damage
is not covered by warranty.

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SpECiFiCATionS

Fuselage length .................................................................................................................202mm

Main rotor diameter..........................................................................................................190mm

Weight (inc battery) ................................................................................................................33g

Charging time............................................................................................... approx. 30 minutes

Flying time ...........................................................................................................up to 7 minutes

On board power............................................................................... 3.7V 150mAh LiPo battery

Radio ...............................................................................................Twister Mini 4, 2.4GHz 4-ch

Range ........................................................................................25 metres (for indoor use only)

Required

Transmitter batteries ............................................................................... 4 x 1.5V AA batteries

wElComE

1. Carefully remove the model and other items from the packaging and check all
items are included.

2. Insert 4AA alkaline batteries (not supplied) into the transmitter battery
compartment in the rear of the transmitter being careful to observe battery
polarity.

A. KIT CONTENTS

Main blades

Spares pack

Lipo battery

USB charge lead

Transmitter

Rear motor

Flybar assembly

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B. TRANSMITTER PART NAMES

Throttle trim

Power Indicator

Throttle/Yaw stick

Fore/Aft cyclic trim

Cyclic stick

ON/OFF switch

Aerial

LCD display

Yaw trim

Left & Right

cyclic trim

Note: The throttle/yaw stick also has a built in button function

The throttle/yaw stick can be pressed like a button and is used to perform the
following functions:

 Binding the transmitter and helicopter if it comes unbound (see page 7)
 Switching between advanced and beginner mode (see page 6)

C. LCD DISPLAY

Throttle trim

position

Fore/Aft cyclic

trim position

Left/Right

cyclic display

Battery strength

Yaw trim

position

Left/Right cyclic

trim position

Throttle gauge

Cyclic (Fore & aft) and

Yaw (left and right)

display