Ares Advantage EXERA 130CX User manual

Instrucon Manual
Specifications
Length: 9.6 in (245mm)
Height: 6.3 in (160mm)
Main Rotor Diameter: 10.5 in (265mm)
Weight with Baery: 4.8 oz (135g)
Main Motor: N40 (2 installed)
Baery: 700mAh 1S 3.7V LiPo (included)
Charger: 1S 3.7V LiPo AC (included)
Transmier: 4-channel 2.4GHz (included)
On-Board Electronics: Receiver, 4-in-1 control unit with 2 ESC’s/mixer/
gyro, 2 servos, Altude Assist Technology module
and sensors (installed)

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Table of Contents
Specicaons ........................................................................................................................................... 1
Introducon ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Safety Precauons and Warnings ............................................................................................................ 3
FCC Informaon ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Exera 130 CX Contents............................................................................................................................. 4
Flight Checklist ........................................................................................................................................ 5
LiPo Baery Warnings and Usage Guidelines .......................................................................................... 5
Charging the LiPo Flight Baery .............................................................................................................. 6
Installing the Transmier Baeries ......................................................................................................... 6
Transmier Details .................................................................................................................................. 7
Flight Controls and Trimming .................................................................................................................. 8
Installing and Removing the LiPo Flight Baery ...................................................................................... 9
Control Unit Inializaon and Arming ................................................................................................... 10
Altude Assist Technology (AAT) ........................................................................................................... 11
Flying in AAT Mode 1..............................................................................................................................12
Flying in AAT Mode 2..............................................................................................................................13
Flying in AAT Mode 3 .............................................................................................................................14
Recommended Flying Progression ........................................................................................................14
Calibraon .............................................................................................................................................14
Notes on Ultrasonic Ranging ................................................................................................................15
Selecng a Flying Area............................................................................................................................15
Flying Tips .............................................................................................................................................. 16
Exploded View ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Replacement Parts List .......................................................................................................................... 17
Warranty, Support and Service .............................................................................................................. 19

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Introduction
Safety Precautions and Warnings
As the user of this product you are solely and wholly responsible for operang it 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 that is subject to possible interference from a variety of
sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to
always keep a safe distance from objects and people in all direcons around your model as this will help
to avoid collisions and/or injury.
• Never operate your model if the voltage of the baeries in the
transmier is too low.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from obstacles,
people, vehicles, buildings, etc.
• Carefully follow the direcons and warnings for this and any op-
onal support equipment (chargers, rechargeable baeries, etc.).
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and all electronic components out
of the reach of children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronic components. Avoid water
exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specically de-
signed and protected for use in water.
• Never lick or place any poron of the model in your mouth as it
could cause serious injury or even death.
The Ares Advantage Exera 130 CX is the most advanced and easiest to y 4-channel CX heli ever! Like
other CX helis on the market it features an ultra-stable coaxial, counter-rotang blade design that helps
make ying easy. However, what sets the Exera 130 CX apart is that it includes innovave Aegis Altude
Assist Technology (AAT).
Designed and developed exclusively by Aegis engineers, AAT automacally assists in maintaining
altude above the ground and avoiding collisions with the ceiling through the use of state-of-the-
art ultrasonic sensors similar to those found in the luxury automobiles for collision intervenon
and parking assistance. The resulng benet is that AAT makes it easy for rst-me pilots to master
4-channel control and gives low-me and experienced pilots added condence to y in smaller indoor
spaces where height is limited. Plus, with the Exera 130 CX, once 4-channel ight becomes easy, you
can turn o AAT completely and sll have a great looking, great ying heli!
The Ares Advantage Exera 130 CX arrives 100% factory-assembled, test own and ready to y. Standard
features include a unique and durable airframe design; a highly-detailed MD 500E scale body equipped
with LED lights; a 4-channel transmier with an LCD screen, dual rates and 2.4GHz technology; a
700mAh 1S 3.7V LiPo baery and an AC charger for convenient charging from almost any outlet. Best
of all, the AAT module and ultrasonic sensors are factory-installed and ready to use with no assembly,
setup or adjustments required!
So whether you’re a rst-me pilot looking for the best heli to start with or an experienced pilot
looking to expand your skills in ght indoor spaces, innovave Aegis AAT makes the Exera 130 CX
perfect for you!

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FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operaon is subject to the following two condions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operaon.
Cauon: Changes or modicaons not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This product contains a radio transmier with wireless technology which has been tested and found
to be compliant with the applicable regulaons governing a radio transmier in the 2.400GHz to
2.4835GHz frequency range.
The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the noted cercaons for this
product as authorized for sale and use: USA
Item Descripon
Not Available Separately...................Exera 130 CX RTF Airframe
AZSZ2008M2 ....................................M4IP Micro 4-Channel IP Transmier, Mode 2
Not Available Separately...................AA Baeries (4 pcs)
AZSB7001S25J...................................700mAh 1-Cell/1S 3.7V 25C LiPo Baery, JST Connector
AZSZ2004..........................................1-Cell/1S 3.7V LiPo, 1.0A 100-240V AC Charger, JST Connector
Not Shown........................................Spare Upper and Lower Main Rotor Blade Set (1 pair each)
Exera 130 CX Contents
Calibration

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Flight Checklist
PLEASE NOTE: This checklist is NOT intended to replace the content included in this instrucon man-
ual. Although it can be used as a quick start guide, we strongly suggest reading through this manual
completely before proceeding.
• Always turn the transmitter ON first
• Connect the LiPo flight battery to the control unit
• Allow the control unit to initialize and arm properly (on a flat/level surface)
• Fly the model (take-off from a flat/level surface)
• Land the model (land on a flat/level surface)
• Disconnect the LiPo flight battery from the control unit
• Always turn the transmitter OFF last
LiPo Battery Warnings and Usage Guidelines
IMPORTANT NOTE: Lithium Polymer baeries are signicantly more volale than the alkaline, NiCd
or NiMH baeries also used in RC applicaons. All instrucons and warnings must be followed exact-
ly to prevent property damage and/or personal injury as mishandling of LiPo baeries can result in
re.
By handling, charging or using the included LiPo baery you assume all risks associated with LiPo bat-
teries. If you do not agree with these condions please return the complete product in new, unused
condion to the place of purchase immediately.
You must charge the LiPo baery in a safe area away from ammable materials. It
is strongly suggested that when charging the baery you place it on a non-amma-
ble surface, such as a ceramic dish or ceramic le.
Never charge the LiPo baery unaended at any me. When charging the baery
you should always remain in constant observaon to monitor the charging process
and react immediately to any potenal problems that may occur.
Aer ying/discharging the baery you must allow it to cool to ambient/room
temperature before recharging.
To charge the LiPo baery use the included 1-Cell/1S 3.7V LiPo, 1.0-Amp AC Char-
ger (AZSZ2004) or a suitably compable LiPo baery charger. Failure to do so may
result in a re causing property damage and/or personal injury. DO NOT use a NiCd
or NiMH charger.
If at any me during the charge or discharge process the baery begins to balloon
or swell, disconnue charging or discharging immediately. Quickly and safely dis-
connect the baery, then place it in a safe, open area away from ammable mate-
rials to observe for at least 15 minutes. Connuing to charge or discharge a baery
that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a re. A baery that has ballooned
or swollen even a small amount must be removed from service completely.

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Store the baery at room temperature, approximately 68–77° Fahrenheit (F), and in a
dry area for best results.
When transporng or temporarily storing the baery, the temperature range should
be from approximately 40–100°F. Do not store the baery or model in a hot garage, car
or direct sunlight whenever possible. If stored in a hot garage or car the baery can be
damaged or even catch re.
Do not over-discharge the LiPo baery. Discharging the LiPo baery too low can cause
damage to the baery resulng in reduced power, ight duraon or failure of the baery
enrely. The 1S LiPo used to power the Exera 130 CX should not fall below 3V.
The 4-in-1 control unit includes a low voltage cuto (LVC). As the low voltage level is
reached the Red LED on the tail of the 130 CX changes from blinking with a slow single
blink to a slow double blink. This combined with the reduced available power is the in-
dicaon that a baery recharge is required. Connued discharging can cause permanent
damage to the LiPo baery resulng in reduced power output and/or shortened ight
duraons during subsequent ights (or failure of the baery enrely).
Charging the LiPo Flight Battery
You must charge the included 700mAh 1-Cell/1S 3.7V 25C LiPo Baery (AZSB7001S25J) using only the
included 1-Cell/1S 3.7V LiPo, 1.0A 100-240V AC Charger (AZSZ2004) or a suitably compable LiPo bat-
tery charger. Charging the LiPo baery using a non-LiPo baery compable charger (such as a NiCd or
NiMH baery charger), or even a dierent LiPo baery charger with the incorrect sengs, may result
in damage to the baery or even re resulng in property damage and/or personal injury
When the included 120-240V AC charger is plugged into a wall socket the GREEN LED is
displayed.
Plug the 1-Cell 3.7V baery’s JST connector into the JST plug on the charger making sure that
the correct polarity is maintained. There is a small tab on the plug to assist. The LED on the
charger turns RED.
The charger is automac and when charging is complete the LED returns to solid GREEN.
Installing the Transmitter Batteries
Install the four (4) included AA baeries in the back of the transmier by rst removing the baery
compartment cover/door. Ensure proper polarity of the baeries before installing them (as noted by
the markings molded into the baery compartment), then re-install the compartment cover/door.
NOTE: If at any me the voltage indicated on the LCD screen falls below 1/2, it will be necessary to
replace the AA baeries with new ones.

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Transmitter Details
Antenna Posion/Orientaon
The RF output signals transmit best/strongest from the sha of the antenna rather than from the p. As
a result you should never point the p of the antenna directly at the model. Also, the transmier anten-
na can be rotated up to 180° and folded up to 90° so be sure to hold the transmier and posion the
antenna as needed to ensure the best possible signal transmission.
Control/Servo Reversing
The servos are set for correct operaon from the factory. Servo reversing is available on each of the 4
channels, Throle, Rudder, Elevator, Aileron. To reverse any channel press and hold both of that chan-
nels trim buons simultaneously. In approximately 2 seconds the channel will reverse and a beep tone
will be heard. The graphic symbol on the LCD panel for that channel will indicate the change. Repeat
the process to change again. Once a channel is reversed the informaon will be retained aer the
transmier is turned o. It is unlikely that channel reversing will be necessary when using this transmit-
ter with the Exera 130 CX.
Dual Rates
High and Low control throw rates are selectable using
the throle sck. By pressing the end of the throle
sck toward its base a slight click will be felt and the
rate will toggle between High and Low. The rate select-
ed is indicated on the LCD screen in the upper right
near the baery strength indicator. Low rates are rec-
ommended when geng used to the helicopter. High
rates give more control movement and is suitable for
the more experienced pilot.

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Flight Controls and Trimming
In the event you are not familiar with the controls of the Exera 130 CX please take the me to familiar-
ize yourself.
Throle trim buons. It is not necessary to change
the throle trims from their factory sengs.
Used to keep the nose of the helicopter
from turning to the le or right when hov-
ering. For example, if the nose of the he-
licopter turns to the right when hovering
press the le trim buon several mes unl
the nose of the helicopter stays as close to
“straight” as possible with no further rudder
control/trim input.)
Increases and decreases power to the motors
causing the helicopter to ascend or descend.
Causes the nose of the helicopter to
rotate le or right.
NOTE: It is not uncommon for the nose of most CX (coaxial) helicopters to dri slightly in one
direcon or the other throughout a ight (as the motors heat up and the baery discharges/voltage
drops). This means you may nd it necessary to adjust the rudder trim slightly throughout a ight but
typically no more than a few buon presses are necessary.

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With the nose of the helicopter facing away
from you, pushing the sck forward will
cause the helicopter to move forward. Pull-
ing the sck backward will cause the heli-
copter to move backward
Used to help keep the helicopter from dri-
ing forward or backward when hovering. For
example, if the helicopter dris forward, press
the rear trim buon several mes unl the
helicopter stops moving forward
With the nose of the helicopter facing away
from you, moving the sck to the le will
move the helicopter le. Moving the sck
to the right will move the helicopter to the
right.
Used to help keep the helicopter from dri-
ing le or right when hovering. For example,
if the helicopter dris le, press the right
trim buon several mes unl the helicop-
ter stops moving le
Installing and Removing the LiPo Flight Battery
Aer the LiPo baery has been fully charged it’s ready to be installed in the helicopter. Open the bat-
tery hatch on the boom of the body by moving the black hatch latch towards the nose and pulling
down. Install the baery by sliding it carefully into the baery holder with the wires facing the rear.
Make sure to secure the baery plug and wires under the clip on the baery door, this keeps the wires
from contacng any of the moving parts inside the helicopter body.
To remove the LiPo ight baery (aer unplugging it) pull on the sides of the baery (NOT on the wire
leads!) while carefully holding the body out of the way to remove it from the mount/helicopter com-
pletely.

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The Exera 130 CX is equipped with a compact and advanced 4-in-1 control unit. The control unit is a
lightweight combinaon of two electronic speed controls (ESCs), a mixer and gyro.
This checklist includes the steps you must follow to ensure proper inializaon, arming and operaon
of the control unit:
• Before each ight you must ALWAYS turn the transmier on BEFORE connecng the
LiPo ight baery to the control unit. Never connect the baery to the control unit
before powering the transmier on rst. Aer each ight you should always discon-
nect the baery from the control unit before turning the transmier o.
• The le-hand/throle sck must be set in the lowest posion in order for the con-
trol unit to arm properly. Failure to lower the sck can prevent the ESCs from arming
and/or the gyro from inializing properly. In some cases it may be necessary to also
lower the throle trim.
• Aer installing the baery in the helicopter you must be careful to ensure proper
polarity when plugging it into the 4-in-1 control unit.
Also, although the ‘JST’ connectors are ‘keyed’ to minimize the risk of a reverse polarity connecon, if
you force them it is possible to make connecon with incorrect/reversed polarity potenally causing
damage to the control unit and/or baery. When the connectors are properly aligned for correct
polarity, connecng them should require only a minimal amount of pressure to achieve the light ‘click’
that indicates secure connecon.
IMPORTANT NOTE: AFTER THE BATTERY IS CONNECTED TO THE CONTROL UNIT IT’S
IMPORTANT TO PLACE THE HELICOPTER ON LEVEL GROUND AND NOT MOVE OR ROTATE
THE HELICOPTER FOR 6 SECONDS TO ALLOW THE GYRO’S TO CALIBRATE AND ARM THE
MOTORS. If you do move/rotate the helicopter during this me it may aect inializa-
on/calibraon of the gyro which could require signicant rudder trim adjustments
and/or prevent the gyro from working during the ight. If this happens you must
disconnect the baery from the control unit and repeat the inializaon/calibraon
process.
Aer the helicopter has armed the motors use cauon as the rotor blades will now spin
with throle sck input! Do not advance/raise the throle sck unl you are clear of the
rotor blades and ready to y.
CAUTION:
Control Unit Initialization and Arming