Hobbico Heli-Max 200FP V-Cam User manual

© 2014 Heli-Max, a Hobbico company. HMXE0857 v1.1
200FP V-Cam Helicopter
Instruction Manual
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Please fully read and understand this manual and the operation and all
safety aspects required of you for the safe operation of this product. Before
use, if you feel this product is not for you please return it to your place of
purchase.
Heli-Max products are to be used by ages 14 and over.
Manual Specifications and Description Changes
The instruction manual, warranties and other associated documentation are
subject to change without notice. Hobbico assumes no responsibility for
inadvertent errors to this manual.
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Heli-Max™200FP V-Cam Helicopter. We are certain
you will get many hours of enjoyment out of this model. If you should have any
questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at: [e-mail].
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections visit the Heli-Max web site at
www.helimax-rc.com. If there is any new technical information, changes or important
updates to this model a “tech notice” box will appear on the 200FP V-Cam product
page. Click the “tech notice” box to learn more about this important update.
When you see this symbol, please pay special attention
and heed all warnings regarding the information within.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Please note that we cannot provide you information on the pricing you will find
in your local retailer’s store for any products.
If you need technical support or have any questions, you can reach us by one
of the following means. When contacting us, please include the name of the
product you are referring to, its stock number and as much information about
your question or issue as possible.
For support outside the U.S. or Canada, please contact the distributor in your
country. If unable to contact the appropriate distributor, please contact us. However,
we are unable to respond to emails in languages other than English.
Email
Email us at [email protected]. Please try to include as much
information as possible when asking your question. Also please be sure to list
your full email address (ex: [email protected]) as well as at least one other
means of daytime contact in your email.
Phone
1-217-398-8970 Select option 6.
Available Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
U.S. Central Time.
Fax
1-217-398-7721 Please be sure to
include a daytime telephone number
or return fax number so that we can
contact you.
Regular Mail
If you prefer, we can always respond with a regular mailed letter. Simply write
to us, including a brief explanation of your problem or question along with the
product name you are referring to. Use the Hobby Services address on page 3.

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WARRANTY SERVICE
WARRANTY SERVICE
Heli-Max guarantees this product to be free from defects in both material and
workmanship at the date of purchase.This warranty does not cover any component
parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Heli-Max’s liability
exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Heli-Max reserves the
right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that Heli-Max has no
control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability
shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the
user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user assembled
product, the user accepts all resulting liability. If the buyer is not prepared to
accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to
return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
To make a warranty claim, please contact our product support team at 1-217-
398-8970 option 6 or e-mail us at [email protected]
If requested by Product Hobby Services
Support, please send 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1
defective product to: Champaign, IL 61822
Please include a note about the problem, your contact information, and a copy of
the receipt from an authorized Great Planes Dealer. Upon receipt of the package,
the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
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RTF KIT CONTENTS
RTF KIT CONTENTS
1. 200FP V-Cam Helicopter
2. SLT Transmitter
3. Heli-Max 1000mAh LiPo
Battery Pack (1)
4. AC Adapter & Charger
with Heli-Max label
5. Instruction Manual
6. AA Batteries (4)
7. 2G Memory Card
8. Card Reader
9. Button Cells
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FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
Features
●On board micro digital video camera
●On board micro snap-shot digital picture camera
●USB Memory Card reader
●2G memory card
Product Specifications
Rotor Diameter: 380mm (14.97”)
Empty Weight: 235g (8.3oz)
Weight RTF: 287g (10.12oz)
Fuselage Length: 420mm (16.53”)
Height: 160mm (6.30”)
Width: 90mm (3.54”)
Camera Specifications
Size: 40mmL X 20mmW X 8mmH
Codec Video: Motion JPEG, 1280x720, 30fps, file extension.avi
Codec Audio: PCM S16 LE, mono
Still Image capture: 1280x720, 96dpi, file extension.jpg
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Operational Warnings
Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in injury to
yourself and others.
●Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away from the rotating
blades whenever the battery is connected.
●Keep loose clothing, shirt sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such
as pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket pockets away from
the rotors.The spinning blades of a model of this type can cause serious injury.
●When choosing a flying site stay clear of buildings, trees and power lines.
AVOID flying in or near crowded areas.
●DO NOT fly close to people or pets. Maintain a safe distance from the quadcopter.
●Do not alter or modify the model. Doing so may result in an unsafe or un-
flyable model.
●When and if repairs are necessary you must correctly install all components
so that the model operates properly on the ground and in the air. Please check

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the operation of the model before every flight to insure that all equipment is
operating and that the model has remained structurally sound.
●Please allow a 10 minute cool down period after each flight so the motor
controller and motors can cool down. Failure to do so may cause loss of control
due to the controller overheating and shutting down.
●Inspect the rotor blades before each flight for nicks. If any damage is found,
replace the blades before flying the model again.
●After a crash you must inspect all of the parts on the helicopter. Test all the
linkages for hidden cracks and make sure that all the metal parts are straight.
Before flying the model again, run the model at a reduced throttle setting for a
few seconds. Any unusual vibration is an indication of damaged shafts in the
head or tail assemblies.
Battery Warnings and Usage Guidelines
Please read and understand the following regarding the usage of
LiPo batteries.
●Through the use of the included LiPo battery you have assumed all risk and
responsibility regarding a LiPo battery and its use.
●ALWAYS unplug your battery from the charger/helicopter after use. NEVER
store your helicopter with the battery connected to the helicopter.
●Do not attempt to charge your battery if it becomes swollen or hot.
●It’s best to store your batteries charged and at room temperature. Storing a
fully discharged battery may cause irreversible damage to the battery.
●Never disassemble, puncture or modify the battery pack in any way.
●Never allow the battery temperature to exceed 150° F [65° C].
●If your battery begins to swell or “puff” during charge or discharge or becomes
damaged in any way, stop using it and contact Hobby Services at 217-398-
0007 to learn the proper way to dispose your battery.
Charge Warnings
●Only use the included charger with the included LiPo battery.
Do not attempt to use the provided charger with NiCd, NiMH or
batteries with other chemistries.
●Do not leave the charger unattended while in use and always charge your
battery in a fire-resistant location.
●Disconnect the battery and remove input power from the charger immediately
if either becomes hot!
●Do not allow water or other foreign objects to enter the charger. Keep the
charger away from moisture and do not submerge in water.
●Please keep all electronic components out of the reach of children!

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BATTERY CHARGING
BATTERY CHARGING
WARNING!! The charger supplied with the Heli-Max 200FP
V-Cam Helicopter contains protective circuitry. If you experience
any difficulties while charging the battery, please disconnect the
battery from the charger and unplug the charger from the power
source. Allow the battery and charger to rest for two hours as this will allow the
charge protection circuit to reset. If this issue re-occurs during normal use, please
contact technical support for further assistance.
Charge the Flight Battery
1. Plug the wall power supply into any
110V standard outlet. Plug the 4mm plug
into the side of the charger box. The red
LED will light and the charger will sound
a beep letting you know your charger
is receiving power. Plug the battery’s
balance lead (the white connector) into
the side of the charger. The charger will
again beep and the green LED will start
to flash. Charging is complete when the
charger beeps and the red and green
lights remain on.
WARNING: NEVER leave your charger unattended when charging and always
unplug the battery pack from the charger when charging is completed.
Transmitter Setup
1. Install 4 AA batteries in the transmitter
by removing the battery cover from the
back of the transmitter. Double-check
the polarity of each battery before
replacing the battery cover.
2. Turn the transmitter on and lay it
down. Make sure that the blue light
behind the Heli-Max panel is lit. The
LCD screen should be on, with a
throttle position indicator and other
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3. Make sure the electronic trim
indicators on the display are centered.
NOTE: The transmitter must remain
still when first turned on to allow it to
calibrate.
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LED LIGHTS
LED LIGHTS
1. Turn on the LED lights by screwing
in the cap until the LEDs just turn on.
2. Turn them off by loosening the cap.
NOTE: Make sure the cap is snug
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TRANSMITTER CONTROLS
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS
All controls are described with the tail pointing directly toward you. This is
the best way to fly in the beginning since it keeps the control inputs oriented
the same direction.
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FLYING YOUR 200FP V-CAM HELI
FLYING YOUR 200FP V-CAM HELI
Electric motors are very dangerous. Do not work on the model
while the flight battery is plugged in as interference may cause
the main rotor blades to spin, possibly causing injury.

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1.Turn on the transmitter and place it near the helicopter. Insert the flight battery
in the battery tray.
2. Connect the battery and put the
helicopter down on a level surface near
the transmitter. The transmitter and the
controller/receiver should link within
5 seconds. When you move the right
stick in any direction, one or both servos
should respond to the signals from the
transmitter.
NOTE: The 200FP V-Cam will be “ON” at this point.Your helicopter has a
safe start feature built in that prevents the motor from activating unless the
throttle stick has been lowered to the lowest position. If the motors won’t
start when the throttle is advanced, please make sure the throttle stick is
all the way down and the throttle trim is at or below center. Wait a couple
of seconds and try advancing the throttle again.
Takeoff
Advance the throttle until the model climbs at least a foot off the ground. When
helicopters are close to the ground, they often experience ground effect which is
caused by air bouncing off the ground and pushing the aircraft or rotor blades in
unexpected directions. It is best to take off at a moderate speed to get to clear air
as soon as possible. If you plan to take off and land in grass, place a rubber mat
or pad down on the grass so that rotating parts don’t get hung up in the grass.
Hovering
Once the helicopter is in the air, try to keep it in one spot. This will take some
practice. Remember that even a light breeze will have an effect on the stability
of the helicopter and flying in calm conditions is recommended until you are
familiar with how the 200FP flies.
Landing
Bring the 200FP into a steady hover about a foot above the landing area. Slowly
reduce the throttle until the skids are on the ground. You may notice some
movement or changes in cyclic sensitivity as the helicopter gets close to the
ground. This is ground effect and you should continue reducing the throttle so
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BASIC MANEUVERS
BASIC MANEUVERS
Once you are comfortable with hovering in one place start working on orientations.
By this we mean, hover the helicopter in all positions, nose to the right, nose to
the left and the nose pointing at you (nose-in). Getting good at this fundamental
discipline will allow you to progress much faster in some of the more advanced
flying maneuvers.
Slow Pirouettes
By moving the left stick, left or right, you can rotate the helicopter around 360,°
which is called a pirouette.
Forward Flight
Now it’s time to work into basic forward flight. Just take the basic hovering
maneuvers listed above and slowly fly out farther and faster and always bring
the helicopter back after one pass. Practice controlled slow flight in close as
well. The more time you spend practicing here, the easier things will be later on.
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POST-FLIGHT PROCEDURES
POST-FLIGHT PROCEDURES
Unplug and remove the battery from the helicopter. Allow it to cool to room
temperature and recharge it. Never leave the battery connected to the 200FP
V-Cam after the flight is completed.
If the model is to be stored for a long time period, please remove the batteries
from the transmitter to avoid damage to the contacts. If storing the model for
several weeks, the batteries for the helicopter should be charged to 50% of a
full charge and checked after 3 to 4 months.
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FLIGHT MODE OPTIONS
FLIGHT MODE OPTIONS
Dual Rates
The transmitter has a dual rate function.
This feature toggles between a flight
mode that reduces the model’s range of
motion to make the 200FP V-Cam easer
to fly and one that allows the full range
of motion so the helicopter can be flown
outside in mild winds.To toggle between
these two flight modes, press down on the right control stick and release it.When