CopterX CA180 User manual

CA180
CA180F
RC Helicopter
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Copyright © 2008 KY MODEL Company Limited.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CA180
CA180F
CA180
CA180F
Main Rotor Diameter : 345mm
Length : 415mm
Height : 175mm
Weight RTF w/Battery : 250g
Main Motor : 180 motor (2 Installed)
Battery : 7.4V 800mAh Li-Po (Included)
Transmitter : FM 4-Channel (Included)
Servo : High-Speed, High-Torque (2 Installed)
On-board electronics : 3-in-1 Mixer/ ESC/ Gyro (Installed)
Receiver : 4CH
Main Rotor Diameter : 345mm
Length : 415mm
Height : 175mm
Weight RTF w/Battery : 250g
Main Motor : 180 motor (2 Installed)
Battery : 7.4V 800mAh Li-Po (Included)
Transmitter : FM 4-Channel (Included)
Servo : High-Speed, High-Torque (2 Installed)
On-board electronics : 3-in-1 Mixer/ ESC/ Gyro (Installed)
Receiver : 4CH

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MENU
Table of Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Introduction and Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Package Contents / Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Battery Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Operation and Fine Tuning of the Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Basic Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. Flying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. CA180 / CA180F Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CA180 / CA180F
RC Helicopter

CA180 / CA180F
RC Helicopter
1. Introduction
CopterX CA180 / CA180F is a ready-to-fly (RTF) micro electric powered helicopter. It is
designed for both new and experienced pilots who enjoy flying RC helicopters.
The coaxial counter-rotating blades make it fly stably and easily. You will enjoy many
outstanding features, including pre-installed main motors, servo, receiver and 3-in-1
control unit with mixer, ESC & gyro. With the included 4-channel FM transmitter, 2-cell
800mAh Li-Po battery pack and DC charger, you will have precise control for hover,
forward, backward and more than 15 minutes flying time per charge.
Please make sure to read through this manual completely for tips on battery safety
and charging, control checks and flying.
Use protective eyewear when operating a model with rapidly rotating parts. Main
and tail rotors turn really fast and can be very dangerous if closed to the face.
Keep away from children. The model is made from many small and possibly sharp
parts. Operate and store model away from children to avoid the possibility of inges-
tion of helicopter pieces.
Handle parts with care as they are fragile and may break under excessive stress. Be
careful with small parts as they can be sharp and may cause a cut.
Do not store model or electronic parts in high temperature or humid places for an
extended period of time as damage or deformation of the model can be resulted.
Always disconnect the battery when it is not in use or after use to avoid battery
leaking or overheating.
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SAFE OPERATION GUIDELINES
Warning: Always turn the transmitter ON first before connecting the battery. If
the transmitter is OFF when connecting the battery, the helicopter may have
unpredictable response.
The information in this manual is important as it is used for understanding
the helicopter and its components. This information is also valuable for
keeping you safe.

CA180 / CA180F
RC Helicopter
Only use batteries designed for the CA180 model helicopters from KY Model
Company Limited. Always connect the batteries with the correct polarity, otherwise
electronic parts could be damaged.
Keep away from spinning rotors. Standing too close to the helicopters in operation
puts you at risk of being cut by the rotor blades. Keep a distance of roughly 2 meters
between you and the model.
Keep fingers and hands away from rotating blades, moving gears and moving parts
as they may cause injury. Obstructing moving parts during operation may lead to
serious damage to the model.
Batteries and motors become hot after operation. Allow them a few minutes to cool
down before touching batteries or motors directly after flying.
The antenna of the radio should be extended at all times during operation so the
signal can be compromised. Do not cut the antenna mounted on the radio as doing
so will influence the signal.
Do not operate model with other R/C models in the same band/frequency as
interference of signals will be caused.
Do not operate model near traffic, children and crowds. This may cause accident or
injury.
Do not operate model in dirty, sandy or wet conditions.
Do not operate model during bad weather, such as rain, wind and snow.
Avoid operating model near pets as pet hair can get sucked in to the rotor.
Only use KY Model Company Limited replacement and optional parts. Do not modify
the design of the model.
Do not clean model with thinner, alcohol or other chemicals as this may warp or
deform the model. Simply wipe the pieces with a dry cloth if they get dirty.
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CA180 / CA180F
RC Helicopter
2. Package Contents / Radio Operation
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Items Included
CA180 /CA180F is 100% Ready To Fly. Below is a list of all the components required to
operate the model.
Electric Parts
1 x CA180 / *CA180F (CA180 shown here)
1 x 4CH Radio Transmitter
1 x Li-po Battery
1 x Li-po Charger
1 x Power Adaptor (Placed under foam box)
2 x Servo (Elevator Servo + Aileron Servo)
2 x Motor
1 x Li-po Battery
1 x 3-in-1 Controller
1 x Receiver
*Full-covered canopy is used for CA180F
Aileron Servo
Elevator Servo
3-in-1 Controller
Battery
Motor1
Motor2
Receiver

CA180 / CA180F
RC Helicopter
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Disassembling CA180F Canopy
To remove the fuselage, pull the sides open and remove the front half. Take away the
small carbon rod and remove the landing skid to remove the rear part of the fuselage.
Introduction of 4CH FM Radio
Transmitter Antenna
To deliver the radio signal
Mode1: Elevator Trim
Mode2: Throttle Trim
Mode1: Throttle Trim
Mode2: Elevator Trim
Mode1: Throttle/Aileron Stick
Mode2: Elevator/Aileron Stick
Mode1: Elevator/Rudder Stick
Mode2: Throttle/Rudder Stick
Power Switch
Voltage Indicator
Display Transmitter Power Level
(Minimum Voltage: 9.5V)
Rudder Trim Aileron Trim
Channel Reverse Switches
Battery Case
for 4 “AA” batteries (not included)

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RC Helicopter
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Battery and Charger
Please connect the adaptor, charger and
battery as illustrated and plug the adaptor
to a power supply.
Battery should be mounted inside the
battery holder.
Warning: Do not leave battery unattended while charging! Improperly
using/charging battery may result in damage! Do not disconnect the battery
when the charger is in operation.
Balancing
Balancing helps the stability of the helicopter during the flight. The balance can be
checked by turning the flybar 90 degrees to the helicopter (as illustrated). Please also
make sure the battery is not apt to either one side.
3. Battery Usage
4. Operation and Fine Tuning of the Model

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CA180 / CA180F
RC Helicopter
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Main Blades Adjustment
1. The main blades may
rotate inconsistently out of
the box.
2. The adjustment can be
done by pulling each
blade.
3. Please make sure each
blade is spinning on the
same horizontal.
Test Before the Flight
The tests over all the electric parts before the flight are highly recommended. Please
do not lift the helicopter from the ground until all trimming and setting are done.
Please make sure the throttle stick and trim are at the lowest position.
1. Set throttle to the lowest point.
2. Extend antenna.
3. Turn on the power switch.
4. Connect battery to receiver.
5. Wait for the LED to turn solid green.
If the light on the receiver does not turn to solid green, check the throttle trim on the
radio. Try sliding the trim down until the light becomes green. Please do not fly
before the receiver lighting solidly.
Warning: Please be reminded that transmitter MUST be on before the battery
gets connected/disconnected.

CA180 / CA180F
RC Helicopter
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Adjustment of the Aileron and Elevator
The two servos are playing the role in left and right, forward and backward
movement of the helicopter. The adjustment of the servo and the servo rod helps
gaining the stability.
Carefully remove / mount push
rod from / to plastic ball. Plastic
ball will be damaged by force.
Twisting clockwise will subtract
the rod.
Twisting anti-clockwise will
lengthen the rod.
Shortening the Aileron push rod causes the helicopter apt to the left.
Lengthening the Aileron push rod causes the helicopter apt to the right.
Shortening the Elevator push rod causes the helicopter apt to the backward.
Lengthening the Elevator push rod causes the helicopter apt to the forward.
Note: Before making any adjustment to push rods, make sure the
Aileron/Elevator trims are centred. After adjusting the push rods, please use
the trims to fine tune the settings.

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RC Helicopter
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Throttle controls the helicopter’s elevation and main motor’s power. Be careful! Too
much Throttle can cause the helicopter to fly out of visible range!
Helicopter nose moved to the left by
fingering the rudder stick left.
Helicopter nose moved to the right
by fingering the rudder stick right.
Adding throttle let the helicopter fly
higher.
Reducing throttle let the helicopter
fly lower.
Rudder controls the helicopter’s direction and tail motor’s power.
Place the helicopter’s nose facing to the wind (if there is). Keep elbows down and
stand about 2 meters away.
Slowly increase the throttle until the helicopter starts lifting. Focus on the direction of
the helicopter.
Move gently upward
2 meters Wind Direction
5. Basic Control
6. Flying

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RC Helicopter
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Practice lifting the helicopter a few centimeters off the ground first, then slowly add
throttle.
Practice landing. Note that the helicopter will be damaged if the throttle stick is
moved fully down suddenly.
Pointing the nose downward slightly can avoid the tail rotor strike.
Keep focusing on the direction of the helicopter and control it by using the rudder
control.
Move slowly upward
Move slowly downward
Nose slightly downward
20cm
Wind Direction
Keep the helicopter in the air and hold it in the same position by fingering the
throttle, rudder, aileron and elevator sticks slightly.
Keep the helicopter nose forward during the flight.
Tail facing to pilot
Wind Direction

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RC Helicopter
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After acquiring the basic skills, a hovering exercise can be performed. Move the sticks
lightly further to start the hovering. Try to let it fly forward, backward, side to side and
hold the helicopter at the same height.
Control inputs for turning right:
1. Tilt the model right by adding right aileron.
2. Move elevator upwards and rudder to the right.
3. After turning, return elevator and rudder to neutral and add left aileron to correct
the position.
Flying a circle helps the pilot control the helicopter, even they are facing the
helicopter. (Please stand 5m away behind the helicopter before flying a circle.)
Slightly move the aileron and elevator stick to fly the helicopter in a circle. At the
same time, please also stabilize the helicopter by fingering the throttle and rudder
stick. Please be reminded that the helicopter may lose control with a sudden move.

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RC Helicopter
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CA180-001
Main Blades
CA180-002
Flybar Set
CA180-003
Inner Shaft
CA180-004
Outer Shaft & Gear Set
CA180-005
Main Frame
(for CA180F)
CA180-006
Main Frame
(for CA180)
CA180-007
Main Blades Grip Set
CA180-008
Gear & Shaft Set
CA180-009
Swashplate Set
CA180-010
Rotor Head
CA180-011
Push Rod
7. CA180 / CA180F Parts List
CA180-012
Battery Support
(for CA180F)
CA180-013
Battery Support
(for CA180)
CA180-014
Landing Skid
(for CA180F)
CA180-015
Landing Skid
(for CA180)
CA180-016
Shaft Retainer
CA180-036
Rear Body
(for CA180F)
CA180-017
Gearing 4*8*3
CA180-018
Bearing 2*6*3
CA180-019
Servo Push Rod
CA180-020
Hardware Set
(for CA180F)
CA180-021
Hardware Set
(for CA180)
CA180-022
Boom Bracket
(for CA180)
CA180-023
Blade Inner
(for CA180)
CA180-024
Tail Boom
(for CA180)
CA180-025
Knighthead
(for CA180)
CA180-026
Tool Package
CA180-027
Main Rotor(2pcs)
CA180-028
3-in-1 Controller
CA180-035
Front Body
(for CA180F)
CA180-031
Servo
CA180-032
4CH Transmitter
CA180-029
Receiver
CA180-030
Crystal
CA180-033
Li-po Battery
CA180-034
Tail Level
(for CA180)
CA180-037
Body Shell
(for CA180)
CA180-038
Adaptor
CA180-039
Li-Po Charger

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