Pro Boat PRB2450S User Manual
EP RTR Sailboat
Owners Manual
Specifications
Length (Hull):
24 in (610mm)
Height (Mast):
36.5 in (927mm)
Beam:
6.25 in (158.75mm)
Radio:
Spektrum DX2M 2.4GHz
Motor:
380-size
The Pro Boat® Endeavor™
comes with the fiberglass hull
built and painted and the RC
equipment installed. All that’s
left is rigging the sails. The
two-piece mast makes
disassembly and transport
quick and easy.
There is no better way to start
enjoying the fun and
excitement of RC sailing than
with the Endeavor. The
Endeavor features an electric
back-up motor that ensures
that you won't have any
problems returning to shore in
case of wind loss. The
Endeavor also features a
standard sail servo with no
complicated pull-pull winch
servo cables and comes ready-
to-run with battery, charger
and transmitter. Just connect
the pre-numbered sail rigging
and start sailing. Head to the
lake and begin sailing today
with the perfect choice for any
RC enthusiast.
Sail area:
Overall:
264 sq in (17.03 sq dm)
Main:
170 sq in (10.97 sq dm)
Jib (Front):
94 sq in (6.06 sq dm)
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NOTICE
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 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:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage
AND little or no 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 probability of property damage,
collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial 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 disassembly, 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.
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings
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.
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control.
This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in
all directions around your model, as this margin will help avoid collisions or injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
• 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, traffic 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 specifically 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.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat® Endeavor™ EP ready-to-run sailboat. This craft has
been designed to provide many hours of scale sailing pleasure, without the long hours of
assembly usually associated with a model RC sailboat. The Endeavor EP can leisurely be
completed in less than an hour.
No Building!
The Endeavor EP comes almost completely assembled. Its durable molded fiberglass hull has
been prepainted for your convenience. You will only need to finish rigging the sails. The
detailed instructions, photos and glossary at the back of the manual will allow you to easily
complete the assembly.
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
No Building! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Items Required to Complete your Endeavor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Section 1 – Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2 – Rigging Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2 – Rigging Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 2 – Rigging Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Section 2 – Rigging Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 3 – Main Sail Luft Ring Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Section 4 – Adjusting the Rigging Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 5 – Transmitter and Receiver Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 6 – Checking the Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 7 – Sailing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Section 7 – Sailing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Section 8 – Performance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Section 8 – Performance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Plastic Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Basic Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Diagram of Sailboat Rigging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Warranty and Repair Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Warranty and Service Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Items Required to Complete your Endeavor
Phillips screwdriver Small pliers
AA batteries (4) Threadlock
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Section 1 – Inspection
Carefully remove the boat, boat stand and radio transmitter from the box. Inspect the boat
and make certain that no damage is present. If any damage is found, please contact the Pro
Boat retailer where the model was purchased.
Section 2 – Rigging Installation
1. Assemble the boat stand as shown and
use a wood glue or CA hobby glue to bond
the pieces together. Place the hull on the
stand.
2. Slide the upper and lower mast halves
together.
3. Slide the mast assembly into the fitting
on the top of the hull.
4. Carefully unroll the sails from the mast.
The main sail will be attached to the top
of the mast at the crane. The jib sail
(front sail) will be attached to the front of
the crane as shown.
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Section 2 – Rigging Installation
5. Locate the main sail boom. Slide the
screw through the eyelet and use a
Phillips screwdriver to secure the end of
the boom. Do not over tighten as the sail
boom will move as the sails are adjusted.
Apply a drop of threadlock on the nut and
thread it onto the screw from the bottom
of the boom mount.
6. Locate the end of the main sail marked
"G". Pass the line tied to the main sail
through the hole in the rear end of the
main sail boom. Pull the line until the
main sail is taut, and the distance
between the boom and sail is between
3/4-inch and 11/4-inch. Secure the excess
line by wrapping it around the cleat and
placing the end of the line in the notches
of the cleat.
7. Locate the other end of the main sail.
Pass the line tied to the main sail through
the hole in the boom mount. Position the
line so the distance between the boom
and sail is equal to the other side of the
sail. Secure the excess line by wrapping it
around the cleat and placing the end of
the line in the notches of the cleat.
Note: Do not adjust the tension of any
of the lines at this time. This will be
done in Section 4, “Adjusting the
Rigging Cables.”
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Section 2 – Rigging Installation
8. Carefully unwrap the top, side rigging
lines.
9. Insert the side rigging line into the
outer hole in the spreader as shown.
10. Open the rigging clip and attach it to
the eye plate marked "C, D." Close the
wire clip.
11. Carefully unwrap the mid-line rigging
marked "D."
Note: The spreader has a small notch
in the outer hole. The inner hole will
not be used, making it easier to insert
the line. Simply push the rigging line
through the slot.
12. Open the rigging clip and attach it to
the eye plate marked "D." Close the wire
clip.
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