GRAUPNER mz-10c User manual

EN
Copyright © Graupner/SJ GmbH
No. S1001.G1
HoTT 2,4 GHz transmitter for copter
mz-10c
Manual
mz-10
EN

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Index
Introduction ......................................................................... 5
Service Centre ..................................................................... 5
Intended use........................................................................ 6
Target group..................................................................... 6
Package content ................................................................. 6
Technical Data ..................................................................... 7
Symbols explication ............................................................ 8
Safety notes......................................................................... 8
For your safety by handling the transmitter ....................... 9
For your safety by handling the batteries........................... 9
Description of the transmitter........................................... 10
Control elements on the transmitter................................ 10
Digital trim ............................................................... 11
Control sticks length adjustment.............................. 11
Aligning the transmitter antenna ..................................... 11
Attaching the transmitter neck-strap............................... 11
Transmitter back side ..................................................... 12
DATA socket............................................................ 13
Charging socket ...................................................... 13
Commissioning.................................................................. 14
Opening/closing the transmitter housing......................... 14
Neutralizing the control sticks .................................. 15
Brake spring and ratchet ......................................... 16
Control sticks centering force .................................. 16
Transmitter power supply ............................................... 17
Installing the batteries .............................................. 17
Optional power supply with battery pack ................. 18
Transmitter commissioning............................................... 18
Transmitter status indications ......................................... 18
LED panel and keys........................................................ 19
Binding........................................................................... 20
Binding the mz-10c transmitter................................ 20
Binding several receivers per model......................... 20
Range and function test........................................... 21

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Range warning ........................................................ 22
Operation and settings...................................................... 23
Transmitter programming................................................ 23
Country setting ........................................................ 23
Control mode .......................................................... 24
Fail Safe................................................................... 25
Switch functions ...................................................... 28
Firmware update ............................................................... 29
Transmitter software update ........................................... 30
Declaration of conformity ................................................. 30
Disposal ............................................................................. 31
Care and maintenance ...................................................... 31
Warranty certificate ........................................................... 31

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Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the Graupner mz-10c HoTT
transmitter.
Read this manual carefully to achieve the best results with your
transmitter and first of all to safely control your models. If you
experience any trouble during operation, take the instructions to
help or ask your dealer or Graupner Service Centre.
Due to technical changes, the information may be changed in
this manual without prior notice. Be always updated by checking
periodically on our website, www.graupner.de to be always upto-
date with the products and firmwares.
This product complies with national and European legal require-
ments.
To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, you must
read and follow this user manual and all the safety notes before using
the product!
Note
This manual is part of that product. It contains important information
concerning operation and handling. Keep these instructions for future
reference and give it to third person in case you gave the product.
Service Centre
Graupner Central Service
Graupner/SJ GmbH
Henriettenstraße 96
D-73230 Kirchheim / Teck
Servicehotline
(+49) (0)7021/722-130
Monday - Thursday
9:15 am - 4:00 pm
Friday
9:15 am - 1:00 pm
Graupner in Internet For the service centers outside Germany please refer to our web
site www.graupner.de.
Graupner USA
3941 Park Dr Suite 20-571
El Dorado Hills, CA. 95762
US
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
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Intended use
This remote-control system may only be used for the purpose
specified by the manufacturer for operation of remote control
models without passengers. Any other type of use is impermis-
sible and may damage the system and cause significant pro-
perty damage and/or personal injury. No warranty or liability is
therefore offered for any improper use not covered by these pro-
visions.
Read through this entire manual before you attempt to install or
use the transmitter.
Graupner/SJ constantly works on the development of all pro-
ducts; we reserve the right to change the item, its technology
and equipment.
Target group
The product is not a toy. It is not suitable for children under 14
years. The operation of the mz-10c HoTT transmitter must be
performed by experienced modelers. If you do not have suffi-
cient knowledge about dealing with radio-controlled models,
please contact an experienced modeler or a model club.
Package content
Transmitter mz-10c HoTT
4 batteries AA type (not rechargeable)
Battery box
Programming connector
Receiver (optional)
Transmitter manual
Receiver manual (optional)

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Technical Data
Transmitter mz-10c HoTT
Frequency band 2,4 … 2,4835 GHz
Modulation FHSS
Controller 16-Bit-Microcontroller
Resolution 1024
Transmitting power 100 mW
Model memory 1
Trimmable control functions 4
Temperature range -10 … +55 °C
Antenna folding
Operating voltage 3,4 … 6 V
Power consumption approx. 130 mA
Charging socket Only for charging optional available
batteries
Dimensions approx. 184 x 259 x 96 mm
Weight approx. 630 g
Note
The technical data of the optional receiver are available in the
manual included in the receiver package content.

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Symbols explication
!
Always observe the information indicated by this warning sign.
Particularly those which are additionally marked with the CAU-
TION or WARNING. The signal word WARNING indicates the poten-
tial for serious injury, the signal word CAUTION indicates possibi-
lity of lighter injuries.
The signal word Note indicates potential malfunctions.
Attention indicates potential damages to objects.
Safety notes
!
These safety instructions are intended to protect the product,
for your own and other people’s safety and for a afe use of the
product. Therefore please read this section very carefully before
using the product!
Do not carelessly leave the packaging material lying around,
since it might become a dangerous toy for children.
Persons, including children, with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, or
not capable to use safely the transmitter must not use the
transmitter without supervision or instruction by a respon-
sible person.
Operation and use of radio-controlled models needs to be
learnt! If you have never operated a model of this type before,
start carefully and make yourself familiar with the model's
reactions to the remote control commands. Proceed always
responsibly.
Before you start using the remote control model, you have to
check the further relevant laws and regulations. These laws
you must obey in every case. Pay attention to the possibly
different laws of the countries.
The insurance is mandatory for all kinds of model operation.
If you already have one, so please inform yourself if the ope-
ration of the respective model is covered by your insurance.
If this is not the case, conclude a special liability insurance
policy for models.
Inform yourself before flying
your model on which maximum
altitude you can fly in the
uncontrolled airspace over the
starting position and do not
exceed it.

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Protect all equipment from dust, dirt, moisture. All equipment
must be protected from vibration as well as excessive heat
or cold. The models may only be operated remotely in nor-
mal outside temperatures such as from -10°C to +55°C.
For your safety by handling the transmitter
!
WARNING
Also while programming the transmitter, make sure that the
connected motors cannot accidentally start. There is a risk of
injury by rotating propellers. Use the safety switch to switch the
motor off by the transmitter.
!
CAUTION
Risk of fire! Avoid every kind of short-circuit in all sockets of the
transmitter! Use only the suitable connectors. In no case the
electronic component of the transmitter may be changed or
modified. Due to licensing reasons, any reconstruction and/or
modification of the product is prohibited.
Note
During transport protect the model and the transmitter from
damages.
For your safety by handling the batteries
!
CAUTION
Protect the batteries from dust, moisture, heath and vibra-
tions. Only use in dry locations.
Do not use any damaged battery.
Batteries may not be heated, burned, short-circuited.
If handled improperly, there is a danger of fire, explosion, irri-
tation and burns.
Leaked electrolyte is caustic and should not be touched or
come into contact with your eyes. In case of emergency,
rinse with a large quantity of water and consult a Med. Doc-
tor.
Do not try to recharge the batteries included in the package!
Those are non-rechargeable batteries.
Stock the batteries in dry and fresh conditions.
Dispose of the battery in the proper disposal centers.

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Description of the transmitter
Control elements on the transmitter
1 Antenna with folding and swivel joint
2 Eyelet for neck strap
3 2 way switch (Attitude / Rate mode)
4 3 way switch (FLIP / OFF / LED)
5 Right control stick
6 Arrow key (select video channel)
7 Trims (active in Attitude mode only)
8 On/off switch
9 LED indicators field
10 MODE key (BIND; PHOTO (Snap); Range test)
11 Left control stick
12 2 way switch (normal use / motor stop)
13 Carrying handle
14 Central status LED
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