Model Engines TWM1QUAD Installation Manual
This high performance model must be assembled according to the
instructions. May cause serious injury to persons or property if not
used responsibly or if operated without due caution.
Unsuitable for children under 14 years old.
Assembly & Flight Training guide
SpecificationS
Rotor diameter (diagonal) ................................................................... 355mm
Frame length (across) ......................................................................... 187mm
Propeller diameter ............................................................................... 136mm
Height ....................................................................................................... 56mm
R/C transmitter..................................4 Channel 2.4GHz Digital Transmitter
On-board power ..................................................... 3.7V 500mAh Li-polymer
Flying weight ..................................................................................around 86g
Flight time per charge ................................................... Approx. 10 minutes
Kit contentS
Twister Quad .................................................................................................... 1
4-Channel 2.4GHz Digital Transmitter ..........................................................1
3.7V 500mAh lithium polymer battery pack .................................................1
Li-Po mains charger .......................................................................................1
Twister Quad instruction manual .................................................................1
FREE Spare rotor blades ......................................................... 2 red, 2 black
FREE Spare body ............................................................................................1
*Requires 6 x 1.5V AA transmitter batteries (not supplied)
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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 R/C models!
DANGER—Do not wear loose clothing or ties!
DANGER—Keep well clear of rotating blades!
DANGER—Never fly near children or animals!
about the flyinG aRea
ReQuiReD
The Twister Quad is designed for use indoors or outdoors in up
to 10km/h winds. A hard, flat surface clear of all obstacles with
an area of around 400 square feet is the minimum recommended
requirement. However, you should fly only where it is safe to do so.
about tRaininG, cRaSheS &
SpaRe paRtS
The Twister Quad has been designed to be strong and very easy to
repair, however, the model is not invulnerable and most people will
tip their model 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 model carefully to understand the
relationship between parts and how to replace them if necessary.
Crash damage is not covered by warranty.
GuaRantee/waRRanty
See page 23 for full details.
We reserve the right to modify the design of this product, contents
and manuals without prior notification.
© 2012 Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd.
www.modelengines.com.au. All rights reserved. E&OE.
table of contentS
Introduction ........................................................3
New to R/C models? ..........................................3
General safety ....................................................4
Welcome .............................................................4
A. Kit contents ..............................................4
B. Transmitter part names ..........................5
Flight preparation ..............................................6
A. Lithium polymer flight battery ...............6
B. Charging the flight battery .....................6
C. Fitting the flight battery ..........................6
Transmitter layout throttle right (mode 1) .....7
Stick and trim control summary ................7
Transmitter layout throttle left (mode 2) ........8
Stick and trim control summary ................8
Power checks and connecting up .................9
A. Connecting the Li-Po battery ................9
B. Throttle check .........................................9
Flight controls mode 1 ....................................10
A. Flight controls layout ............................10
B. Right stick unit functions .....................10
C. Left stick unit functions ........................11
Flight controls mode 2 ....................................12
A. Flight controls layout ............................12
B. Right stick unit functions .....................12
C. Left stick unit functions ........................13
Changing the flight mode ...............................14
Performing a flip stunt ..............................14
Switching the navigation LEDs on/off .........14
Motor Overload Protection system ..............15
How does a Quadcopter fly?..........................15
Flight training guide ........................................16
The flying area ...........................................16
Positioning your Twister Quad ................16
Increase throttle gently ............................16
Walking the Quadcopter...........................16
Taking the first 'hop' ..................................17
Hovering and manoeuvres .......................17
Beyond the hover ......................................17
Exploded view..................................................18
Spare parts listing ...........................................19
Binding the receiver to the transmitter .......20
Troubleshooting ...............................................21
Lithium polymer battery safety......................22
intRoDuction
Thank you for buying the Twister Quad! It is
unique in that it is possible to fly in winds up to
10km/h, and it is still fairly stable, we've tried it! It
is undoubtedly one of the most exciting Twisters
to date!
It almost hovers by itself!
The quad rotor design and the adjustable flight
modes of this model makes R/C model flight
accessible and practical to virtually anyone
interested in R/C models from beginner to expert!
The Twister Quad demonstrates remarkable
hovering stability and will help guide pilots into
successful flight in the shortest possible time.
Flight Guaranteed and Ready to Fly!
The Twister Quad is ready to fly and is designed
for use indoors and outdoors (in up to 10km/h
wind conditions) in an adequate and safe space.
The model is designed by expert engineers and
assembled at the factory. It is strong and designed
with numerous innovative safety and damage
prevention features.
Above all, this is one of the most fun-packed
models we have ever flown and we hope you will
enjoy flying it as much as we have!
Damage prevention and safe-start systems
included
The safe-start only allows starting when the throttle
stick and throttle trim are low –so there is no
danger of connecting the flight battery and thereby
inadvertently powering up the main rotors.
Motor Overload Protection System
Helps prevents damage to your motors &
electronics by killing the motors automatically on
blade-stalling tip overs—then automatically reenergising the system some seconds later!
Professional Digital 2.4GHz R/C included
The transmitter and receiver have been designed
for precision flying and feature Advanced 2.4GHz
control.
The transmitter incorporates full 4-function control
via two dual axis control sticks, a unique 5th
function for 4 step beginner through to advanced
stunt mode and a 6th button for navigation LED On/
Off control.
Spares
All spare parts are available for the Twister Quad
and can be purchased through model and hobby
outlets. Some FREE spares are included which will
help you through your learning phase.
new to R/c moDelS?
The Twister Quadcopter is not a toy and requires
preparation before flight. If you are new to R/C
models, please do not expect to be able to open
the box and immediately 'fly around'. R/C models
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 Twister Quad 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 model flight. Neither
do we guarantee you will not break anything!!
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GeneRal Safety
Please be aware that rotating blades can inflict painful and possibly serious injury or damage to people,
animals or objects should the rotors strike someone or something.
We recommend people use protective eye wear when operating this model and that you read the manual
carefully before operating your Twister Quad.
Radio controlled models themselves can reach high speeds and cover significant distances rapidly if
control is lost. This model is capable of speeds of around 30km/h or greater.
The model must therefore be used responsibly and with great care generally.
The model operates on the 2.4GHz radio band using the latest 2.4GHz technology, thereby providing
probably the best interference rejection of any R/C system available today. This technology eliminates pilot
frequency worries as the radio encodes it's own unique frequency data at startup in a manner similar to a
bluetooth device.
welcome
A. KIT CONTENTS
▼ 1. Carefully remove the model and other items from the packaging and check all items are included.
▼ 2. Insert 6 x 1.5V AA alkaline batteries (not supplied) into the transmitter battery compartment being
careful to observe battery polarity.
Although the Twister Quad is strong, all models require careful handling and a delicate touch. In particular,
take great care with the electrical connections to and from the electronic control unit and also the main
rotor associated parts.
Navigation LEDs
Main blades rear
Main blades front
Spare Body
Mains charger
Spare blades
Transmitter
Li-po battery
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B. TRANSMITTER PART NAMES
The battery compartment is in the rear of the transmitter.
Aerial
Power On Indicator
Flight mode
toggle button/
bind button
Navigation LED
On/Off Switch
Dual axis
control stick
Control trim
Digital Display
ON/OFF switch
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A. LITHIUM POLYMER FLIGHT BATTERY
JST Connector
The Lithium polymer (Li-Po) flight battery is a high power battery designed to give a flight time of around 10
minutes per charge. It is supplied in a partially charged state.
When you have finished flying for the day, recharge the battery and always leave it in a partially or fully
charged state. Never leave your battery in a discharged state as this may damage the battery and shorten
it's life.
The battery must be recharged when you notice the Quadcopter is losing power. At this point, land and
recharge the battery.
Do not be tempted to run the battery past this stage as you will be over-discharging and the battery may be
damaged.
WARNING!
We recommend that you use only the supplied Twister charger with this battery.
WARNING!
Over-discharging will shorten the life of the battery or damage it. Stop flying immediately the Twister
Quad loses power and recharge the battery.
WARNING!
Do not short circuit—battery may explode! See page 22
PLEASE READ THE SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING Li-Po BATTERIES ON PAGE 22 BEFORE
PROCEEDING FURTHER.
B. CHARGING THE FLIGHT BATTERY
The charger is designed to automatically charge the Li-Po battery in about 1 hour from a discharged state.
▼ 1. Plug the mains charger into a mains power socket and switch it on. The 'POWER' LED will glow
Green.
▼ 2. Plug the red JST connector on your Li-Po battery into the red lead of the charger.
The LED will glow solid red when charging.
▼ 3. When the battery is fully charged the LED will glow Green. Disconnect the battery from the charger.
▼ 4. Unplug the charger from the mains power socket. Your Li-Po battery is ready for use.
C. FITTING THE FLIGHT BATTERY
▼ 1. Slide the charged battery pack into the rear part of the battery holder - but do not connect the
power lead yet!
▼ 2. Push the battery forward to fit it securely.
Ensure the battery is slid all the way home.
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tRanSmitteR layout thRottle RiGht (moDe 1)
STICK AND TRIM CONTROL SUMMARY
The Twister Quad is available in Mode 2 (throttle left) or Mode 1 (throttle right).
In Mode 1 the throttle stick is on the right side of the transmitter in the below arrangement.
The primary flying controls are shown here:
Elevator trim Throttle trim
Rudder trim Aileron trim
Elevator/
Rudder
stick
Throttle/Aileron
stick
▼ 1. Move the throttle (right stick) and throttle trim of your transmitter to the lowest (low throttle)
position.
▼ 2. Centre the trim levers of the 3 other transmitter functions.
▼ 3. Switch on the transmitter.
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tRanSmitteR layout thRottle left (moDe 2)
STICK AND TRIM CONTROL SUMMARY
The Twister Quad is available in Mode 2 (throttle left) or Mode 1 (throttle right).
In Mode 2 the throttle stick is on the left side of the transmitter in the below arrangement.
The primary flying controls are shown here:
Throttle trim Elevator trim
Rudder trim Aileron trim
Throttle/
Rudder
stick
Elevator/Aileron
stick
▼ 1. Move the throttle (left stick) and throttle trim of your transmitter to the lowest (low throttle) position.
▼ 2. Centre the trim levers of the 3 other transmitter functions.
▼ 3. Switch on the transmitter.
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