Blade Glimpse BNF BLH2280 User manual

RTF
READY-TO-FLY

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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. 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 use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon
Hobby, LLC.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.
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when
operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage,
and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a
possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no
possibility of injury.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon
Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
Meaning of Special Language
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

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• 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.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is
powered.
• Always remove batteries before disassembly
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.
Safety Precautions and Warnings

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USB Li-Po
Charger
EFLC1013
SOLID REDLED
–Charging
DC Input:5.0V 500mA
DC Output:4.2V 500mA
LED OFF
–Charge
Complete
Box Contents:
• Blade®Glimpse™ Quadcopter
• 500mAh 1S 3.7V 25C Li-Po Battery
• 1S 500 mAh USB Charger
• MLP4DSM Trasnsmitter (RTF)
• MLP4DSM Smart Phone Holder (RTF)
• 4 AA Batteries (RTF)
• Smart Phone Holder (BNF)
• Micro-SD card
• Micro-SD USB Reader

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Table of Contents
First Flight Preparation ...................................................... 6
Flying Checklist................................................................. 6
Charging Warnings............................................................ 6
Battery Charging............................................................... 7
Installing the Transmitter Batteries (RTF)............................. 7
Installing the Flight Battery ................................................ 8
Transmitter and Receiver Binding....................................... 9
SAFE™ Technology ........................................................ 10
Transmitter Control.......................................................... 11
Rate Selection (RTF)........................................................ 12
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls ........................ 13
LED Codes...................................................................... 14
Flying the Glimpse .......................................................... 14
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC).................................................. 15
Camera Control and App Function ................................... 15
Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist............. 17
Troubleshooting Guide..................................................... 17
Exploded View................................................................. 19
Parts Listings.................................................................. 20
Optional Parts................................................................. 20
Limited Warranty............................................................. 20
Warranty and Service Contact Information ........................ 22
FCC Information.............................................................. 23
IC Information................................................................. 23
Compliance Information for the European Union................ 24
Length 6.29 in (160mm)
Height 1.97 in (50mm)
Propeller Diameter 2.36 in (60mm)
Flying Weight 1.83 oz (52 g)
Specifications
Components RTF BNF
Airframe – Blade Glimpse Included Included
Motors – 8mm Brushed Installed Installed
On-board Electronics – 4-in-1 mixer/ESCs/Gyro Installed Installed
Battery – 500mAh 1S 3.7V 25C Li-Po Included Included
Charger – 1S USB Li-Po Charger, 500 mAh Included Included
Transmitter – MLP4DSM Included Required
Micro SD card Installed Installed
Smart Device – 5.8 GHz Wi-Fi Capable Required Required
To register your product online,visit www.bladehelis.com

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First Flight Preparation
• Remove and inspect contents
• Begin charging the flight battery
• Install the flight battery in the quadcopter
(once it has been fully charged)
• Program your computer transmitter
• Bind your transmitter
• Familiarize yourself with the controls
• Find a suitable area for flying
Flying Checklist
❏Always turn the transmitter on first
❏Plug the flight battery into the lead from the
4-in-1 control unit
❏Allow the 4-in-1 control unit to initialize and
arm properly
❏Fly the model
❏Land the model
❏Unplug the flight battery from the 4-in-1 control unit
❏Always turn the transmitter off last
CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be
followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can
result in a fire, personal injury and/or property damage.
• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po
battery, you assume all risks associated with lithium
batteries.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell,
discontinue use immediately. If charging or discharging,
discontinue and disconnect. Continuing to use, charge
or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can
result in fire.
• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry
area for best results.
• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a
temperature range of 40–120º F (5–49° C).
• Do not store battery or model in a car or direct sunlight.
If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or
even catch fire.
• Always charge batteries away from flammable
materials.
• Always inspect the battery before charging
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and
let the charger cool between charges.
• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the
battery pack while charging.
• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO
CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES. Failure to charge the battery
with a compatible charger may cause a fire resulting in
personal injury and/or property damage.
• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.
• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
• Never charge damaged batteries.
• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places
(recommended between 40–120° F or
(5–49° C) or place in direct sunlight.
Charging Warnings

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Installing the Transmitter Batteries (RTF)
Install 4 AA batteries into the transmitter, noting polarity. Replace the
transmitter batteries when the power LED flashes and the transmitter beeps.
We recommend using only alkaline AA batteries in the transmitter,
however, it is possible to use rechargeable NiMH batteries.
CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge only recharge-
able batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the
batteries to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
Battery Charging
CAUTION: Only use chargers specifically designed to charge the included Li-Po battery.
Failure to do so could result in fire, causing injury or property damage.
CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended charge rate.
The Battery Charger (EFLC1013) included with your quadcopter has been designed to safely charge the 1S 3.7V 500mAh 25C
Li-Po flight battery. Refer to the charging warnings. It is recommended to charge the battery pack while you are inspecting
the aircraft. The flight battery will be required to confirm proper aircraft operation in future steps.
NOTICE: Inspect the battery to make sure it is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent, broken or punctured.
Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged.
1. Insert the charger into a USB port. The charger
only uses power from the USB port. USB power
supplies, such as those used to charge cellular
phones, can also be used.
2. Connect the battery to the charger as shown in the illustration above. When you make the connection successfully, the
LED on the charger turns solid red, indicating charging has begun. Charging a fully discharged (not over-discharged)
500mAh battery takes approximately 60 minutes. The LED goes out when the charge is complete.
CHARGING (Solid Red LED)
MAX CHARGE (LED OFF )
3. Always disconnect the flight battery from the charger immediately upon completion of charging.
CAUTION: Once charging is complete, immediately remove the battery. Never leave a battery connected to the charger.
USB Li-Po
Charger
1S 3.7V 500 mAh
EFLB5001S25UM
EFLC1013
SOLID REDLED
–Charging
DC Input:5.0V 500mA
DC Output:4.2V 500mA
LED OFF
–Charge
Complete

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1. Lower the throttle and throttle trim to the lowest settings.
2. Power on the transmitter.
3. Install the battery by sliding it into the battery mounting slot.
4. Connect the battery cable to the 4-in-1 control unit as shown.
5. Place the quadcopter upright on a flat surface and leave the aircraft still until the LED on the 4-in-1 control unit is
solid blue (not blinking).
CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po battery from the aircraft when not flying to avoid over-discharging
the battery. Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may become damaged,
resulting in loss of performance and potential fire when the batteries are charged.
Installing the Flight Battery
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Transmitter and Receiver Binding
The Glimpse quadcopter requires no radio-specific setup for basic flight. If you are using a computer transmitter,
simply bind the quadcopter to your transmitter with the model type set to "Acro" or "Airplane" mode.
Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a
specific transmitter. You need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum™or DSM2 ® /DSMX ®technology equipped aircraft
transmitter to the receiver for proper operation. If you purchased an RTF model, the transmitter is bound to the
model at the factory.
To bind or re-bind your aircraft to your chosen transmitter, please follow the directions below.
General Binding Procedure
1. Disconnect the flight battery from the quadcopter.
2. Set the model type in your transmitter settings to "Acro" mode.
3. Center all trims on your transmitter.
4. Power off the transmitter and fully lower the throttle.
5. Connect the flight battery in the quadcopter. The blue LED on the 4-in-1 control unit flashes rapidly, indicating it
is in bind mode.
6. Put the transmitter into bind mode while powering on the transmitter.
7. Release the bind button/switch after 2–3 seconds. The quadcopter is bound when the blue LED on the
4-in-1 control unit turns solid.
8. Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off.
CAUTION: When using a Futaba®transmitter with a Spektrum module, you must reverse the throttle channel
and rebind. Refer to your Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe instructions. Refer to your Futaba
transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel.

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MLP4DSM Binding Procedure
1. Disconnect the flight battery from the quadcopter.
2. Center all trims on your transmitter.
3. Power off the transmitter and fully lower the throttle.
4. Connect the flight battery in the quadcopter. The LED on the 4-in-1 control unit flashes red during
initialization, then flashes blue when it is ready to bind.
5. When the blue light is flashing, push in and hold down the left stick while powering on the transmitter
(you will hear a ‘click’).
6. Release the left stick. The transmitter will beep and the power LED will blink. The quadcopter is bound when the
blue LED on the 4-in-1 control unit turns solid.
7. Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off.
If you encounter problems, obey the binding instructions and refer to the troubleshooting guide for other instructions.
If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office. For a list of compatible DSM transmitters, please
visit www.bindnfly.com.
Revolutionary SAFE®(Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology uses an innovative combination of multi-axis sensors and
software that allows model aircraft to know its position relative to the horizon. This spatial awareness is utilized to create
a controlled flight envelope the aircraft uses to maintain a safe region of bank and pitch angles so you can fly more safely.
Far beyond stability, this level of protection offers multiple modes so the pilot can choose to develop his or her skills with a
greater degree of security and flight control that always feels crisp and responsive.
SAFE technology delivers:
•Flightenvelopeprotectionyoucanenableattheipofaswitch.
•MultiplemodestoletyouadaptSAFEtechnologytoyourskilllevelinstantly.
Best of all, sophisticated SAFE technology doesn’t require any work to enjoy. Every aircraft with SAFE technology is ready to
use and optimized to offer the best possible flight experience.
FlySAFERC.com
RTF
® Technology
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RTF
Transmitter Control
F
G
H
E
A
D
C
B
Dual rate
selection
HA B C D E F G H
Mode 1 Power LED
indicator
Aileron (Left/Right)
Throttle (Up/Down)
Throttle
Trim
Aileron
Trim
ON/OFF
Switch
Rudder
Trim
Eleva-
tor Trim
Rudder (Left/Right)
Elevator (Up/Down)
Mode 2 Power LED
indicator
Aileron (Left/Right)
Elevator (Up/
Down)
Eleva-
tor Trim
Aileron
Trim
ON/OFF
Switch
Rudder
Trim
Throttle
Trim
Rudder (Left/Right)
Throttle (Up/Down)
When pressed down, trim buttons make a sound that increases or decreases in pitch at each pressing. The middle or
neutral trim position is heard as a middle tone in the pitch range of the sounds. The end of the control range is sounded
by a series of beeps.
Bind

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RTF
Rate Selection – RTF
The Glimpse™RTF quadcopter comes with the Blade®
MLP4DSM transmitter.
• When powered on, this transmitter is automatically
high rate.
• Change rates by pressing and releasing the right
control stick.
• In low-rate mode, the controls cannot reach their
maximum values. This mode is typically preferred by
pilots looking for smoother/easier control response
during first time use.
• In high-rate mode, the controls can reach their
maximum values. This mode is typically preferred by
experienced pilots who are ready for fast forward flight
and aerobatic maneuvers (loops, rolls, etc.).
Dual rate
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Elevator
ForwardElevator down Elevator up Backward
Left Side View Left Side View
Rudder
Rudder left Rudder right
Nose Yaws RightNose Yaws Left
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls
If you are not familiar with the controls of your Glimpse quadcopter, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them
before attempting your first flight.
Throttle
Throttle down
Throttle up
Left Side View Left Side View
Descend
Climb

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Aileron
Aileron left Left Aileron right Right
Rear ViewRear View
LED Codes
Equipment LED Color LED Status Operation
Quadcopter Blue
Rapid Blink Bind Mode
Slow Blink No Link To Transmitter
Solid Stability Mode
Red Blink Low Battery
RTF Transmitter Red Blink Low Rate
Solid Hi Rate
Takeo
Increase the throttle until the model is approximately 2 ft. (600mm) off the ground in a low-level hover and concentrate on
balancing the throttle stick’s position so that the quadcopter holds a steady hover altitude. In some cases, you may need
to make a few short “hops” to an altitude of just a few inches until you become familiar with the control inputs and trim
settings required to maintain a steady hover and altitude.
Hovering
The Glimpse quadcopter requires minor throttle adjustments to maintain its altitude in hover. Remember to keep these
throttle adjustments as minimal as possible. Large adjustments could result in a loss of control and/or a possible crash.
Flying the Quadcopter

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Low Voltage Cuto (LVC)
Once the battery reaches 3V under load, the ESC will continuously lower power supplied to the motor until complete
shutdown occurs. This helps prevent over-discharge of the Li-Po battery. Land immediately once the ESC activates LVC.
Continuing to fly after LVC can damage the battery, cause a crash or both. Crash damage and batteries damaged due to
over-discharge are not covered under warranty.
Repeatedly flying the aircraft until LVC activates will damage the flight battery.
Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge. During storage, make
sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.
While attempting to establish a low-level hover, check to see if any trim adjustments are required to help keep the
quadcopter from constantly drifting in various directions. If you find that it constantly drifts without any directional control
input, land the model before making any adjustments to the trim settings.
•If the nose of the quadcopter rotates to the left or right, adjust the rudder trim.
•If the quadcopter continually drifts forward or backward, adjust the elevator trim.
•If the quadcopter continually drifts to the left or right, adjust the aileron trim.
Continue making minor trim adjustments until the machine hovers at a low altitude with very little drifting and directional
control input. If this is your first multicopter or helicopter, seek the help of an experienced pilot to trim the model for you
before making your first flight.
With your quadcopter properly trimmed and maintaining a stable low-level hover, practice using the rudder, elevator and
aileron controls to familiarize yourself with the machine’s responses to control inputs. Remember to keep the control
inputs as minimal as possible.
NOTICE: Crash damage is not covered under warranty.
Camera Control and App Function
• Download and install the Glimpse app to your 5.8GHz Wi-Fi capable smartphone or tablet by searching for “Glimpse” at
the Apple App Store for your iOS device or at Google Play for your Android device.
• Power on your transmitter and the Glimpse.
• Open the Wi-Fi settings on your smartphone or tablet and connect to the Glimpse network (Glimpse_######) using the
password “12345678”.
• Open the Glimpse App on your smartphone or tablet.
• Place your smartphone in the transmitter holder as shown.
• Use the onscreen controls as shown on the following page to take photos and video.

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SD card capacity used
Photo button
Video record button
App Controls
Retrieving Your Photos and Video
The Glimpse quadcopter comes with a micro SD card installed. To retrieve your photos and video from the micro SD card,
you may do either of the following:
Remove the micro SD card.
•Press and release the
micro SD card to remove it
from the quadcopter.
•Insert the micro SD card
into the provided SD card
adapter.
•Insert the SD card adapter
into an SD capable device.
Connect a micro USB cable to the quadcopter.
•Insert a micro USB cable
(not included) into the
micro USB port located on
the back of the quadcopter.
Install the Phone Holder
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b
ca
b
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Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist
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Cleaning Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning. Remove dust and debris with a soft brush or a dry, lint-free
cloth.
Motors Replace the motor when the model will not fly steady or veers off when doing a climb out.
Wiring Make sure the wiring does not block moving parts. Replace damaged wiring and loose connectors.
Fasteners Make sure there are no loose screws, other fasteners or connectors. Do not over-tighten metal screws in plastic
parts. Tighten screws so the parts are mated together, then turn screw only 1/8th of a turn more.
Propellers Make sure there is no damage to the propellers or other parts that move at high speed. Damage to these parts
includes cracks, burrs, chips or scratches. Replace damaged parts before flying.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Control response is
inconsistent or requires extra
trim to neutralize movement
Aircraft not initialized on a level surface Disconnect the flight battery, center the con-
trol trim and re-initialize the quadcopter
Battery not correctly placed in
battery slot
Adjust battery position so quadcopter bal-
ances in the center of the frame
Will not respond to throttle
Throttle too high and/or throttle trim is
too high
Reset controls with the throttle stick
and throttle trim at the lowest setting
Quadcopter moved during initialization
Disconnect the flight battery and
re-initialize the quadcopter while
keeping it from moving
Throttle channel is reversed
Disconnect flight battery, reverse the throttle
channel on the transmitter,
recconnect flight battery
Does not function and smells
burnt after connecting the flight
battery
Flight battery connected with the wrong
polarity
Replace the 4-in-1 board. Connect the flight
battery noting proper polarity

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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Reduced flight time
or is underpowered
Flight battery charge is low Completely recharge the flight battery
Inadequate power to flight battery
charger
Use a different USB power source for the
charger
Flight battery is damaged Replace the flight battery and follow the
flight battery instructions
Flight conditions might be too cold Make sure the battery is warm (room tem-
perature) before use
LED on receiver flashes rapidly
and quadcopter will not respond
to transmitter (during binding)
Transmitter too near aircraft during
binding process
Power off the transmitter. Move the transmit-
ter a larger distance from the aircraft. Dis-
connect and reconnect the flight battery to
the aircraft. Follow the binding instructions
Bind switch or button was not held
while transmitter was powered on
Power off transmitter and repeat bind
process
Aircraft or transmitter is too close to
large metal object, wireless source or
another transmitter
Move aircraft and transmitter to another
location and attempt binding again
LED on the receiver flashes
rapidly and the quadcopter will
not respond to the transmitter
(after binding)
Less than a 5-second wait between
first powering on the transmitter and
connecting the flight battery to the
quadcopter
Leave the transmitter powered on. Discon-
nect and reconnect the flight battery to the
quadcopter
The quadcopter is bound to a different
model memory (ModelMatch™ trans-
mitters only)
Select the correct model memory on the
transmitter. Disconnect and reconnect the
flight battery to the quadcopter
Flight battery or transmitter battery
charge is too low Replace or recharge batteries
Aircraft or transmitter is too close to
large metal object, wireless source or
another transmitter
Move aircraft and transmitter to another
location and attempt connecting again
Crashes immediately upon
lift-off
Propellers in wrong locations or
incorrect flight mode selected Make necessary adjustments

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Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser
that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic
damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse,
abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use,
installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to
any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other
than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not
purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not
compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that
violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND
HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES
THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT
WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
Purchaser’s Remedy
Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive
remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service,
or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defec-
tive. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s)
Parts Listings
Part # Description
BLH2200 Glimpse RTF
BLH2280 Glimpse BNF
1BLH2201 4-in-1 Control Unit: Glimpse
2BLH2202 Camera Board: Glimpse
3BLH2203 Canopy: Glimpse
4BLH2204 Clockwise Motor: Glimpse
Part # Description
5BLH2205 Counter-Clockwise Motor: Glimpse
6BLH2206 Props (4): Glimpse
7BLH2207 Main Frame: Glimpse
8EFLB-
5001S25UM
500mAh 1S 3.7V 25C LiPo
High Current UMX Connector
Part # Description
DXe DSMX Transmitter Only
DX6e DSMX 6-Channel Transmitter Only
DX6 DSMX 6-Channel Transmitter Only
DX8 DSMX 8-Channel Transmitter Only
Part # Description
DX9 DSMX 9-Channel Transmitter Only
iX12 DSMX 12-Channel Transmitter Only
DX20 DSMX 20-Channel Transmitter Only
DX18 DSMX 18-Channel Transmitter Only
Optional Parts