ParkZone PKZ3400 User Manual

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Instruction Manual

MICRO FLYERS, MAXIMUM FUN.

Transmitter: PKZ 4-channel with Spektrum 2.4GHz

Battery: 3.7V 70mAh Li-Po
Wingspan: 16.5 in (420mm)
Length: 13.25 in (335mm)
Flying Weight: 0.7 oz (20 g)

DSM2 technology

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Ember™ 2 RTF

Introduction

®

Congratulations on your purchase of the ParkZone
airplane. ParkZone’s Etomic
makes micro ight a reality for everyone. Proportional, multi-channel,

2.4GHz Spektrum
amazing, ready-to-y indoor fun. Your Ember 2 comes pre-assembled
with everything needed to get you in the air—all in one box. You only
need to charge the ight battery prior to your rst ight. In as little as 30
minutes, you can be ready to y.

This means you can spend your time rening your ying instead of your
building skills. Your ParkZone Ember 2 will allow you to perform many
aerobatic maneuvers, all in an area the size of half a basketball court.

We at ParkZone are committed to giving you the most enjoyable ight
experience possible. In order to have a safe and successful ight, we ask
that you do not y until you have read these instructions thoroughly. To
learn more about DSM2 radio technology, and how to get the most of
your Ember 2 transmitter, please visit www.bindnfly.com

™

DSM2™ radio technology provides precise control for

™

family of innovative ultra-micro yers

Ember 2 RTF

Your Ember 2 features the latest in ultra sub-micro technology,
including a 2.4GHz Spektrum DSM2 fully proportional 3–channel radio
system with full control of throttle, rudder and elevator. Your Ember 2
also comes complete with the latest in lightweight electronic speed
control technology, two linear servos, a 3.7V 70mAh Li-Po ight battery
and a convenient charger.

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Warning

Though your ParkZone Ember 2 comes ready to y, this aircraft is for
experienced RC pilots only and is not a toy. It can cause serious bodily
harm and damage to property.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Caution

Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the
European Union

This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead,
it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment
by handing it over to a designated collections point for the

recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The
separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of
disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city ofce, your
household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which
has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable
regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400 GHz to 2.4835 GHz
frequency range.

The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize
the noted certications for this product as authorized for sale and use:

Austria Belgium Canada

Denmark France Finland

Germany Italy Netherlands

Spain Sweden UK

USA

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Step 1 – Charging the Aircraft Battery

It is important that you only charge the included 3.7V 70mAh
Li-Po battery (PKZ3001) with the included 1S 3.7V DC Li-Po Charger
(PKZ3240). Attempting to charge the battery using another Li-Po charger
or non-Li-Po compatible charger could result in serious damage. Please
familiarize yourself thoroughly with the Battery Warnings and Guidelines
section before continuing.

To charge your ParkZone 3.7V 70mAh battery:

1. Install four of the included AA batteries in the charger base, noting
proper polarity.

2. Slide the battery into the charge slot on the charger.

3. Gently press the battery into the charging jack in the bottom of the
slot. The LED light on the base will turn solid red.

4. A nearly depleted battery will charge in approximately 20 minutes.

5. As the battery nears fully charged, the LED will begin to blink.
When fully charged, the LED will blink once every 20 seconds.

6. You can expect to be able to charge the ight battery about 15–20
times before it will become necessary to replace the four AA
batteries. Replacing with alkaline batteries will provide more
charge cycles.

Note: The Li-Po battery included with your Ember 2 will arrive
partially charged. For this reason the initial charge may only take
10–15 minutes.

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Step 2 – Functional Tests

Installing the Transmitter Batteries

Your ParkZone Ember 2 aircraft comes with a fully proportional 4+
channel radio system that includes digital trims.

1. Insert the 4 AA batteries that are included with the package into
the transmitter.

2. Turn the switch on to ensure the batteries have been installed
correctly. When the batteries are installed correctly, the LED on the
transmitter should glow brightly. When the transmitter makes a
repeated “beep” sound, it is time to replace the transmitter
batteries.

Installing the Landing Gear

Attach the main landing gear by sliding the gear into the lower slot
located on the front wing mount.

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Installing the Flight Battery

Once the Li-Po battery has been fully charged, it’s ready to be installed in
the Ember 2.

Install the battery in the Ember 2 by pressing it to the battery tray with
the label facing downward and the connector oriented toward the back
of the airplane.
Note: Be sure to press the battery against the battery tray so the

battery is secured by the hook and loop material.

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Transmitter Control Identification

Note: Each time before you fly you should ALWAYS turn the

transmitter on before connecting the flight battery to the ESC unit.
After each flight, be sure that you always disconnect the flight battery
from the ESC unit before powering the transmitter off.

Mode 2

Rudder/Throttle
Functions

Rudder Trim Buttons
Throtlle Trim Buttons

Mode 1

Rudder/Elevator
Functions

Aileron/Elevator
Functions

Aileron Trim Buttons
Elevator Trim Buttons

Aileron/Throttle
Functions

Rudder Trim Buttons
Elevator Trim Buttons

Aileron Trim Buttons
Throttle Trim Buttons

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