ParkZone PKZ1880 User Manual
Instruction Manual
Revised 2/10 PKZ1880 14598.1
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NOTICE
Table of Contents
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon
Hobby, Inc. For up to date product literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.com/ProdInfo.
Meaning of Special Language
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when
operating this charger:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a small or
null possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a
possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the likely probability of physical property damage AND
may lead to a dangerous condition or cause death or serious injury to the user, OR procedures, which if not followed,
create the high probability of supercial 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 and NOT a toy. 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 attempt disassemble, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way
without the approval of Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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.
Introduction ...................................................................................4
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
BNF Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Product Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Charging the Aircraft Battery ......................................................................5
Transmitter and Receiver Binding .................................................................. 6
Transmitter Specic Binding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Additional Smartbind™ Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Transmitter Control Identication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Attaching the Wing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Attaching the Horizontal Stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Making Trim Adjustments to the Horizontal Stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Motor Test ................................................................................... 10
Control Test .................................................................................. 11
Making Adjustments to the Ailerons ...............................................................12
Control Throws and Center of Gravity ..............................................................12
Choosing a Flying Field .........................................................................13
Optimal Flying Conditions .......................................................................13
Range Test ...................................................................................14
Optional Rudder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
First Flights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Mode Change Flight Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Hand Launching the P-51 Mustang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Helpful Hints for Flight ..........................................................................18
Warnings and Safety ...........................................................................18
Success Tips .................................................................................19
Repairing Minor Damage ........................................................................19
ParkZone 18-Amp ESC .........................................................................19
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Optional Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Warranty and Repair Policy ...................................................................... 22
Compliance Information for the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Introduction
Charging the Aircraft Battery
Congratulations on your purchase of the ParkZone®
P-51D Mustang. The North American P-51D Mustang
is arguably the most famous military aircraft of all time.
Many will credit the fall of the Nazi regime in Europe to
the development and production of this great ghter. This
was not only because it was able to protect long-range
bombers such as the B-17, but because of outstanding
offensive capabilities.
Product Support
For assistance in charging, setting up, binding or
operating your P-51D Mustang, please see page 23 to
contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support ofce.
Specications
Wingspan: 39.0 in (990mm)
Length: 33.5 in (850mm)
Weight: 25.0 oz (710 g)
Motor: 480-size 960Kv brushless outrunner
ESC: ParkZone 18A brushless
Receiver: AR500 DSM2 5-channel sport
Battery: 3S 11.1V 1300mAh LiPo
Charger: 3-cell LiPo balancing
Your ParkZone P-51D Mustang BNF purchase includes
everything needed to get you in the air—all in one box.
You will only need to attach the wing, horizontal tail,
charge the battery pack, and bind to your favorite
Spektrum
Everyone at ParkZone is committed to giving you the
most enjoyable ight experience possible. In order for
your rst ight to be safe and successful, we ask
that you do not y until you have read these instructions
thoroughly.
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DSM2™ transmitter prior to taking to the air.
The charger included with your P-51D Mustang uses
unique circuitry that ensures an accurate charge every
time and protects your Lithium Polymer battery from the
dangers of overcharging. This charger continually
monitors the battery and automatically stops charging
when the battery is fully charged.
DC Li-Po Balancing Charger Features
• Charges 3-cell lithium polymer battery packs at
1-amp
• LED charge status indicator
• 12V accessory outlet input cord—you must charge
the included Li-Po battery pack with a Li-Po
specific charger only (such as the included
charger). Never leave the battery and charger
unattended during the charge process. Failure
to follow the instructions properly could result in
a fire. When charging, make certain the battery
is on a heat-resistant surface.
1. The 12V DC 3S Li-Po balancing charger provides
a charge current of 1 amp. The typical charge time
for the included 11.1V 1300mAh Li-Po is
approximately 1 hour.
2. Locate the safety charge lead on the battery pack.
Connect the battery pack to the charger. Charge
through the balance lead on the battery pack. The
blue EC3 connector will remain disconnected when
using the included charger.
3. Connect the charger to a 12V power outlet in a
vehicle or purchase the AC adapter (HBZ1004) to
allow charging from a wall outlet. Please note that
some 12V outlets require your vehicle to be
running for the outlet to be operational. It is
recommended to consult your vehicle owner’s
manual if you are unsure. The LED will continually
blink while the battery charges. It is not
recommended to charge batteries while the vehicle
is in motion.
4. Charging is nished when the LED indicator glows
steadily.
BNF Components
• Fuselage with receiver, ESC, motor, propeller,
Y-harness, servos, and receiver (AR500) installed
• Wing with aileron servos installed
• 3S 11.1V 1300mAh LiPo
• DC powered 3S LiPo balancing charger
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Transmitter and Receiver Binding Transmitter Specic Binding Instructions
Binding is the process of programming the receiver of
the control unit to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique
Identier) code of a single specic transmitter. It will be
necessary for you to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum DSM2
technology equipped transmitter to the receiver for
proper operation.
The transmitter you select must be a DSM2 full range
(high power) Tx>. The following is a list of some of the
Spektrum DSM2 equipped transmitters and modules that
will bind to the receiver of the P-51D Mustang:
Spektrum DX5e JR X9303 2.4
Spektrum DX6i JR 12X 2.4
Spektrum DX7
Note: The Spektrum DX6 (SPM2460) is equipped
with DSM (not DSM2) technology and is not
compatible with the receiver of the P-51D Mustang.
The following steps outline the binding process:
• Conrm the process of entering the bind mode for
your chosen transmitter by reviewing the instruction
manual included with the transmitter.
• Make sure the ight battery is disconnected from
the receiver unit and the transmitter is turned off.
• Plug the bind plug into the Batt/Bind port on the
AR500 receiver.
• Plug the ight battery into the battery lead of the
ESC. The LED on the receiver unit will begin
ashing.
Note: NEVER plug the balance lead of the battery
directly into the receiver. This will cause damage to
the receiver and battery.
• After verifying the LED is ashing on the receiver,
follow the steps that allow your chosen transmitter
to enter bind mode.
• If you entered bind mode correctly, you will see a
solid LED approximately 5–10 seconds later on the
receiver. You should now be bound to the
transmitter, and have full control and function.
DX5e or DX6i
1. To bind your Night Vapor to the DX5e or the DX6i,
plug the battery into the receiver of the airplane.
The LED on the receiver will ash red rapidly indicating it is in bind mode.
2. Move the sticks and switches on the transmitter
to the desired failsafe positions (low throttle and
neutral control positions are recommended).
3. Pull and hold the Trainer Switch on the transmitter
while turning the transmitter on. Release the trainer
switch once the transmitter beeps.
4. The LED on the receiver will go solid red; the
system will connect after several seconds.
Additional Smartbind™ Information
Prior to each ight, you should ensure that you power on
your transmitter and wait about ve seconds before you
plug the ight battery into the receiver. Doing this allows
time for the transmitter to scan and secure two open
frequencies. If the ight battery is plugged in too quickly
and the link is missed, it may not allow the receiver to
connect to the transmitter. If this occurs, simply leave the
transmitter on and then disconnect and reconnect the
ight battery.
DX7, DX7se, X9303, or 12X
1. To bind your Night Vapor to the DX7, DX7se,
X9303, or 12X; plug the battery into the receiver of
the airplane. The LED on the receiver will ash red
indicating it is in bind mode.
2. Move the sticks and switches on the transmitter
to the desired failsafe positions (low throttle and
neutral control positions are recommended).
3. Press the bind button on the back of the
transmitter while turning the transmitter on. The
bind button on the back of the transmitter will
ash. Release the button after 2–3 seconds.
4. The LED on the receiver will go solid red; the
system will connect after several seconds.
Transmitter Control Identication
Note: Each time before you fly you should ALWAYS
turn the transmitter on before connecting the flight
battery to the receiver unit. After each flight, be sure
that you always disconnect the flight battery from the
receiver unit before powering the transmitter off.
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Attaching the Wing Attaching the Horizontal Stabilizer
In order to attach the wing of your P-51D Mustang,
please follow these simple instructions:
1. Locate the included wing screw (in clear plastic
bag).
2. Plug in the aileron servo leads from the wing into
the “Y” harness. Step 8 will guide you through the
process of ensuring the ailerons are correct and
not reversed.
3. Carefully attach the wing to the fuselage. The rear
of the wing plugs into the fuselage and the front of
the wing is secured with the wing screw.
1. Locate the horizontal stab of the tail.
2. Slide the horizontal tail stab through the allotted
space in the fuselage, making sure the control horn
attached to the horizontal tail stab will properly
align with the pushrod and clevis exiting the back
of the fuselage.
3. When you are certain the tail is centered correctly,
use the provided clear tape to properly secure the
tail to the fuselage, as shown. Use the tape on the
top and bottom of each side of the tail (total of 4
applications).
4. Make sure that the throttle slider is all the way
down, in the “off” position. Turn on the transmitter
and plug in the ight battery. Make sure the trim
levers and control stick are centered.
5. Locate where the clevis and rod exit the fuselage,
and attach the clevis to control surface as shown.
6. Make necessary trim adjustments prior to ight.
Tape (4 pcs.)
Top of Tail
Making Trim Adjustments to the Horizontal Stabilizer
1. Turn on the transmitter.
2. Install a fully charged battery into the battery
compartment and secure it with the included hook
and loop strap.
3. Set the elevator trim lever to center.
4. Make certain the elevator is set to neutral with the
horizontal stabilizer. Do this by removing the clevis
from the control horn and turning it on the pushrod
as needed. Once the adjustment is made, reattach
the clevis.
5. If you feel more adjustments are necessary while in
ight, move the trim lever on the transmitter a few
“clicks” up or down as needed.
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