Hobby People Century User manual

CENTURY EP USER'S GUIDE
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If you should have trouble with any of the steps listed in this User's Guide, or if you find a missing or a damaged part in your kit
or require additional information, please contact our Service and Support center at the address below:
Global Services
18480 Bandilier Circle
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
The Century is the perfect plane for small flying areas and all new pilots! So easy you'll be flying in a snap!
The Century's unique quick assembly takes just a few minutes. The wing is retained with a magnet, the tail clips-on. Everything
else is assembled and ready, right out of the box so you can get flying in minutes! And flying is what you'll be doing with this
Century, over and over again. It's glide is smooth and stable. The power is perfect for good climb-outs with the reserve power
needed to get out of trouble. Even the charger is built into the transmitter so you can recharge right at the field.
Many people may be flying the Century for the first time. To help the new pilot be successful we've included a detailed manual
that includes both assembly, use, and flight tips geared to make you successful faster! Additionally, we know that every landing
might not be so perfect. That's OK, the Century is easily to repair and supported with a full-line of replacement parts to get you
back in the air quick!
The Century's appeal doesn't end there. Experienced modelers looking for a relaxing, easy Park Flyer will appreciate the quality
and engineering that went into this model. It's refined designed make it reliable and fun. It's a spectacular little grab and go,
lunch-break flyer! So small you might even keep it on your desk, ready to fly! The Century is the perfect easy-flying Park Flyer
anyone can enjoy!
USER’S GUIDE
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TablE of CoNTENTS
Hobby People guarantees this product to be free from defects in both material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from
the date of purchase. During this 90 day warranty period, Global Services will repair or replace at our discretion, equipment
determined to be defective, otherwise, the user is responsible for any charges for the repair or replacement of the equipment
in question. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, nor does it cover damage caused by misuse, modification,
negligence, abuse, improper connections, acts of God or damage caused by alterations by unauthorized persons. This warranty
only applies to the original purchaser and requires proof of purchase to redeem. This warranty does not cover components
purchased by the user that were not part of this original product.
Hobby People shall not be liable for any damage resulting from the use of this product. As Hobby People has no control over
the use, setup, modification or misuse of this product, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or
injury. By the act of using this product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
In no case shall Hobby People’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Crash damage will not be covered under warranty. Do not request warranty service for a crash-damaged product.
waRRaNTY aND lIabIlITY INfoRmaTIoN
• Easy-to-Fly - The Century EP is Perfect for New Pilots
• Great Size for Small Parks/Flying Areas
• Quick and Easy Assembly - No Glue or Tools Required
• Indirect Gear-Drive Motor with Folding Propeller and 1S 150mAh LiPo Battery for Efficiency and Long Flight Times
• Wingspan .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 24.75 Inches (629mm)
• Wing Area ..........................................................................................................................................................................66.5 Square Inches (4.29sq.dm)
• Length ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Inches (483mm)
• Weight RTF (Approximately) .................................................................................................................................................................1.75 Ounces (50g)
• Wing Loading ................................................................................................................................................3.8 Ounces/Square Foot (11.56g/sq.dm)
SPECIfICaTIoNS
fEaTURES
fEaTURES aND SPECIfICaTIoNS
ama PaRk flYER PRoGRam
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is the world’s largest model aviation association, representing
a membership of more than 150,000 from every walk of life, income level and age group. This self-
supporting, non-profit organization, whose purpose is to promote development of model aviation as
a recognized sport and worthwhile recreation activity, is open to anyone interested in model aviation.
The AMA’s Park Pilot Program is ideal for those pilots that currently
only fly Park Flyer models. Park flyer models are electric or rubber
powered and weigh two pounds or less. They are incapable of
reaching speeds greater than 60 mph. AMA Park Pilot coverage applies at any location
where pilots have access to fly, including parks, field houses, gyms, privately owned
open lands and indoor facilities. For more information about the AMA and its new Park Pilot
Program visit www.modelaircraft.org or www.theparkpilot.org.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5161 E. Memorial Drive
Muncie IN 47302
Telephone [phone]
Website: www.modelaircraft.org
• Snap-On Tail for Easy Assembly and Replacement
• Magnet-Attach Wing for Easy Assembly and Transport
• Includes 2.4GHz FHSS Radio with Built-In LiPo Charger
Warranty and Liability Information ...................................................... 2
Features and Specifications .................................................................. 2
AMA Park Flyer Program .......................................................................... 2
Kit Contents and Items Required ......................................................... 3
Safety Warnings and Important Information ..........................3 ~ 4
Becoming Familiar with the Transmitter .................................4 ~ 5
Installing the Transmitter Batteries ..................................................... 5
Charging the LiPo Battery ....................................................................... 6
Final Assembly .......................................................................................6 ~ 7
Control Operation .................................................................................7 ~ 9
Preparing the Fly the Century EP ................................................9 ~ 10
Flying the Century EP .................................................................... 10 ~ 13
Maintenance and Repairing Crash Damage .................... 13 ~ 14
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................. 14 ~ 15
Replacement Parts ................................................................................... 15
Returning Your Product for Warranty Service ............................. 15

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kIT CoNTENTS aND ITEmS REqUIRED
The Century EP includes everything you need to fly, except 4 'AA' alkaline batteries for the transmitter. Before beginning final
assembly, make sure that your kit contains the parts listed below.
kIT CoNTENTS
A
B
C
D
E
• 4 ‘ A A ’ A l k a l i n e
Batteries for the
Transmitter
Fuselage Assembly
Wing
Horizontal Tail and Fin
1S 150mAh LiPo Battery
2.4GHz FHSS Transmitter
User’s Guide
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B
C
D
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ITEmS REqUIRED
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Before beginning the final assembly of your new model, please read and understand the warnings listed below and on the
next page. Failure to do so could lead to personal injury and/or property damage. This model is not intended for persons
under 14 years of age, unless closely supervised by an adult.
SafETY waRNINGS aND ImPoRTaNT INfoRmaTIoN
• Always turn the transmitter ON before plugging the LiPo battery into the ESC and always unplug the LiPo battery from the
ESC before turning the transmitter OFF.
• The motor will not arm until the ESC receives a low throttle signal, therefore, we recommend placing the throttle control
stick in the full throttle position before turning the transmitter ON and plugging the LiPo battery into the ESC. The motor will
not power up until the throttle control stick is pulled all the way back, then pushed forward again.
• Never fly your aircraft from the street or at night. Always fly in an open area free of obstructions that's large enough to
accommodate the size and speed of your model.
• Whenever possible, we suggest flying at a designated R/C model or Park Flyer flying site. When flying, make sure that any
spectators are behind you. For information about locating a flying site near you, visit the Academy of Model Aeronautics
website at www.modelaircraft.org or www.theparkpilot.org.
• Always be conscious of the spinning propeller. Keep fingers and other body parts away from the spinning propeller. Be
careful not to allow loose clothing to be drawn into the spinning propeller.
PowER SYSTEm aND flYING
GENERal aSSEmblY
• The aircraft’s parts are small and light, so be careful not to damage the parts during assembly.
• When installing the tail assembly, make sure that the fin snaps down into the place all the way. If the horizontal tail is loose
after installation, the fin is not snapped down all the way.
• Do not use any solvents to clean your model. Solvents will damage the foam and plastic parts. If your aircraft gets dirty,
gently wipe your model clean using a soft cloth dampened with water.
• Be careful when handling, transporting and storing your model to ensure you don't damage it.
• The radio control system operates on the 2.4GHz frequency band. The 2.4GHz connection is determined by the transmitter
and receiver pair. Unlike ordinary crystal-based systems, your aircraft can be flown without frequency control.
• Because your aircraft is operated by radio control, it’s important to make sure you always use fresh transmitter batteries.
Never allow the transmitter batteries to run low or you could lose control of your model.
• The transmitter features a low voltage alarm. When the low voltage alarm sounds and the Power LED flashes, land as soon
as is safely possible and replace the transmitter batteries.
• Never change the transmitter Mode switch or the transmitter DIP switches during flight. Only make these changes on the
ground while following the instructions in this User’s Guide carefully.
• Always unplug the LiPo battery from the ESC when not flying the aircraft or testing the controls.
• Do not expose the transmitter or any other electrical components to water, excessive moisture or excessive heat, and
never attempt to disassemble or modify any of the radio control system components.
RaDIo CoNTRol SYSTEm

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SafETY waRNINGS aND ImPoRTaNT INfoRmaTIoN
lIPo baTTERY
• Do not attempt to charge the LiPo battery with a different charger. Always use the charger built into the transmitter.
• When charging the LiPo battery, always carefully follow the charging instructions included in this User’s Guide.
• Do not leave the LiPo battery unattended during the charging process.
• Always charge the LiPo battery on a fire-resistant surface in an open area and never charge the LiPo battery near any
flammable material.
• Do not leave the LiPo battery in direct sunlight or in a hot car or storage area and do not allow the LiPo battery to be exposed
to moisture.
• Do not short-circuit the LiPo battery or plug it in with reverse polarity.
• Do not leave the LiPo battery plugged into the ESC when not in use. When not in use, the LiPo battery should be unplugged
from the ESC and stored in a fire-proof container.
• Always let the LiPo battery cool between uses and before recharging it. Do not allow the LiPo battery to ever exceed 160ºF
(71ºC) for any reason. Do not use or charge the LiPo battery if it is hot to the touch.
• Do not poke, bend or otherwise damage the LiPo battery. If the LiPo battery is damaged, it should be disposed of immediately
as described below.
It's the user's responsibility to dispose of alkaline and LiPo batteries in a safe and eco-friendly manner. In most
cases, alkaline batteries can be disposed of with household waste. LiPo batteries can be discarded with household
waste, but only after discharging them. Before discarding a LiPo battery, submerge the LiPo battery in a bowl of saltwater for 24
to 36 hours. This will completely discharge the LiPo battery. After soaking, cut off the wires, put the LiPo battery in a bag, then
discard it.
alkalINE aND lIPo baTTERY INSTRUCTIoNS foR DISPoSal
bEComING famIlIaR wITh ThE TRaNSmITTER
Use the photo and descriptions in this section to familiarize yourself with the features and general use of the 2.4GHz transmitter
included with your model. Descriptions of these features can be found below and on the next page.
TRaNSmITTER fEaTURES aND ovERvIEw
• 2.4GHz FHSS Digital Proportional System
• Easy Transmitter and Receiver Binding Procedure
• 4 Dry Cell Batteries for Lighter Weight
• Digital Trims
• Mode I and Mode 2 Adjustable
• Switches to Adjust Servo Reversing, Mixing and Dual Rate
• Audible Low Voltage Alarm
• Built-In 1S LiPo Battery Charger
Antenna (Inside Handle)
On/Off Switch
DIP Switches
Battery Compartment (On Back)
LiPo Charger (On Back)
Rudder/Elevator Control Stick
Throttle Control Stick
Throttle Trim Switch
Rudder Trim Switch
Elevator Trim Switch
Power LED
Mode Switch
LiPo Charge Indicator
IMPORTANT: The transmitter and receiver have already been paired for your convenience, so binding is not required. In
addition, the Mode switch and DIP switches come preset from the factory for flight. Do not change these settings unless
required (for example, you want to change from Mode 2 to Mode 1). For more information about using the Mode switch and
DIP switches, see the Control Operation section on pages 7 through 9.
Control stick and trim switch functions shown are with the transmitter set to Mode 2 (default configuration). These control
functions will differ if Mode 1 is selected. For more information, see the Control Operation section on pages 7 through 9.

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bEComING famIlIaR wITh ThE TRaNSmITTER
TRaNSmITTER fEaTURES aND ovERvIEw, CoNTINUED....
The current voltage status of the transmitter batteries can be determined by the conditions of the Power LED and audible alarm.
Safe to Fly - When the Power LED is illuminated solid and there is no audible alarm sounding, the battery voltage is within the
safe to fly range.
Caution/Land/Do Not Fly - When the Power LED is flashing rapidly accompanied by an audible alarm, the battery voltage has
dropped below the safe to fly range and you should land as soon as is safely possible, then replace the transmitter batteries.
Do not fly again until replacing the transmitter batteries!
low volTaGE alaRm
Antenna: Transmits the signal from the transmitter to the receiver in the fuselage.
Battery Compartment: Houses the 4 ‘AA’ alkaline batteries that power the transmitter.
DIP Switches: Used to adjust various transmitter functions, such as servo reversing, mixing and dual rate. These switches are
preset from the factory and should not be adjusted unless necessary. For more information, see the Adjusting the DIP Switches
section on pages 8 and 9.
Elevator Trim Switch: Used to trim the aircraft for level flight in the pitch (up/down) axis. For more information, see the Flight
Trimming the Century EP section on pages 12 and 13.
LiPo Charge Indicator: Indicates the current charge status of the built-in LiPo charger.
LiPo Charger: Charges the LiPo battery that powers the aircraft.
Mode Switch: Switches the transmitter control mode between Mode 1 and Mode 2. In the default configuration, the transmitter
is set to Mode 2, with the throttle on the left control stick and the rudder and elevator on the right control stick. This mode is most
commonly used in North America. For more information, see the Changing the Transmitter Control Mode section on page 8.
On/Off Switch: Turns the transmitter ON and OFF.
Power LED: Indicates the current status of the transmitter. When illuminated solid, the transmitter is emitting an RF signal and
the transmitter voltage is within the safe to fly range. When flashing slowly and accompanied by an audible alarm, the transmitter
is in Bind Mode. When flashing rapidly and accompanied by an audible alarm, the battery voltage has dropped below the safe
to fly range, indicating you should land as soon as is safely possible, then replace the transmitter batteries.
Rudder/Elevator Control Stick: Controls the rudder (right/left) and elevator (up/down) axes. Moving the rudder control stick
right or left causes your aircraft to turn right or left. Moving the elevator control stick backward or forward causes the nose of
your aircraft to pitch up or down to climb or descend.
Rudder Trim Switch: Used to trim the aircraft for level flight in the yaw (right/left) axis. For more information, see the Flight
Trimming the Century EP section on pages 12 and 13.
Throttle Control Stick: Control the speed of the motor. Moving the throttle control stick forward or backward increases or
decreases the speed of the motor.
Throttle Trim Switch: Used to adjust the low throttle position. This trim switch should be adjusted so that the motor doesn’t turn
on when the throttle control stick is pulled all the way back.
INSTallING ThE TRaNSmITTER baTTERIES
1) Verify that the transmitter is turned OFF. The On/Off switch should be pushed
to the right.
2) Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter.
3) Install 4 fresh ‘AA’ alkaline batteries into the battery holder, double-checking to
make sure that the polarity (+/-) is correct. The direction that each battery should
be installed is molded into the battery holder (‘+’ Positive and ‘-’ Negative).
4) Reinstall the battery cover, making sure that it snaps firmly in place.
IMPORTANT: When installing batteries into the transmitter, make sure the transmitter is turned OFF first. We recommend
using only Alkaline batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries and do not mix battery types.

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ChaRGING ThE lIPo baTTERY
1) Verify that the transmitter is turned OFF. The On/Off switch should be pushed to the right.
2) Remove the charger cover from the back of the transmitter.
3) Carefully push the end of the LiPo battery into the charge
socket. The two flanges on the battery plug mount (photo
at right) should face up toward you and fit within the
molded notch in the charge socket. When the LiPo battery
is plugged in the Charge Indicator Light will illuminate
solid, indicating the LiPo battery is charging.
• The transmitter should be turned OFF during the charging process.
• Always charge the LiPo battery in an open area free of any flammable material.
• Always allow the LiPo battery to cool down after use prior to recharging it. Do not install the charger cover while the LiPo
battery is charging.
• Never leave the LiPo battery/transmitter unattended during the charging process.
• After the charging process completes, unplug the LiPo battery from the transmitter.
• The average charge time will increase as the batteries in the transmitter are used. If the charge time takes more than 1 hour,
replace the transmitter batteries.
ChaRGING PRECaUTIoNS
ChaRGING ThE lIPo baTTERY
UP
4) Allow the LiPo battery to charge. The charging process is automatic, therefore, the charge time will vary based on how
discharged the LiPo battery was when plugged into the charger. The average charge time is approximately 40 minutes.
When the charging process is complete, the Charge Indicator Light will go out. When this occurs, unplug the LiPo battery
from the charger, then reinstall the charger cover.
Charge Indicator Light Status (With LiPo Battery Plugged In):
• Solid Red LED - LiPo battery is charging.
• LED Turns Off - Charging process is complete or LiPo battery is already fully charged.
If the Charge Indicator Light does not illuminate when you plug the LiPo battery into the charger, check the following:
• Check that you’re plugging the LiPo battery in correctly, as described above.
• Check that the alkaline batteries have sufficient voltage and that the transmitter is turned OFF. Replace the transmitter
batteries if necessary.
• Check that the LiPo battery isn’t already charged or near fully charged. The charge circuit will not activate until the LiPo
battery’s voltage drops to under 4.0 volts.
While the LiPo battery is charging, go ahead and finish these final assembly steps. As you’ll see, there’s not much to it!
fINal aSSEmblY
1) Set the horizontal tail onto the fuselage, making sure the smaller square cutout
at the back of the tail fits over the rear vertical support post.
INSTallING ThE TaIl aSSEmblY
2) Partially push the fin down onto the horizontal tail, making sure the front and
back sides of the fin fit between the two vertical support posts and that the plastic
mounting clamp on the bottom of the fin fits over the square mounting post on
the fuselage.

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fINal aSSEmblY
INSTallING ThE TaIl aSSEmblY, CoNTINUED....
3) While supporting the fuselage from underneath, firmly, but carefully press each
side of the fin mounting clamp down (from the top) until the clamp halves snap
over the bottom sides of the fuselage.
1) Carefully snap the Z-bend in each pushrod wire into the outer slot in the two
control horns.
Make sure both pushrod wires snap all the way into the bottom of each slot,
otherwise, the pushrods will pop loose during flight.
CoNNECTING ThE CoNTRol lINkaGES
1) Slide the front of the wing down at an angle so that the mounting tab on the
leading edge fits into the matching mounting slot in the fuselage.
2) Align the notch in the trailing edge of the wing with the fuselage and press the
wing down into place. The preinstalled magnets in both the wing and the fuselage
will hold the wing securely in place.
INSTallING ThE wING
CoNTRol oPERaTIoN
IMPORTANT: If after installation the horizontal tail can be moved easily from side to side, the fin mounting clamp is not snapped
all the way over the bottom sides of the fuselage. When installed correctly, both clamp halves should snap completely over
each bottom side of the fuselage, the fin should fit flush against the top of the horizontal tail and the horizontal tail should be
held in place securely.
Use the diagrams in this section to become familiar with how to control the Century EP. Each diagram displays what the aircraft
will do when a control stick on the transmitter is moved either up or down, or right or left. This section also includes information
about changing the transmitter Mode and adjusting the DIP switches.
Increase Speed/Decrease Speed Turn Left/Turn Right Climb/Descend
lEfT STICk - ThRoTTlE RIGhT STICk - lEfT/RIGhT RIGhT STICk - UP/DowN
moDE 2 - DEfaUlT CoNTRol oPERaTIoN

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CoNTRol oPERaTIoN
Climb/Descend Turn Left/Turn Right Increase Speed/Decrease Speed
lEfT STICk - UP/DowN RIGhT STICk - lEfT/RIGhT RIGhT STICk - ThRoTTlE
moDE 1 - oPTIoNal CoNTRol oPERaTIoN
ChaNGING ThE TRaNSmITTER CoNTRol moDE
The Mode switch switches the transmitter control mode between Mode 1 and Mode 2. In the default configuration, the
transmitter is set to Mode 2, with the throttle on the left control stick and the rudder and elevator on the right control stick. This
mode is most commonly used in North America. If desired, the control mode can be changed so that the elevator is on the left
control stick and the rudder and throttle are on the right control stick.
For descriptions of Mode 1 and Mode 2 control operation, see the diagrams above and on the previous page, respectively.
WARNING: Never change the transmitter control mode with the transmitter turned ON with the LiPo battery plugged into the
ESC, otherwise the motor can unexpectedly spin at a high rate of speed, resulting in serious injury!
1) With the transmitter turned OFF, firmly push the Mode switch to the desired
position, either Mode 1 or Mode 2. The default position is Mode 2. This mode
will be used by a majority of pilots.
2) Move both control sticks to ensure that they’re operating correctly.
When switching modes, the throttle and elevator trim switches are also
switched to match the current control stick function.
aDjUSTING ThE DIP SwITChES
The DIP switches are used to adjust various transmitter functions, such as servo reversing, mixing and dual rate.
IMPORTANT: The DIP switches are preset from the factory and should not require any adjustment. When changing the
transmitter Mode as described in the section above, the servo reversing switches do NOT require adjusting.
Servo Reversing Switches:
The servo reversing switches (DIP switches 1, 2 & 3) are used to change the direction of servo travel. For example, if you pull the
elevator control stick back, but the elevator moves down, you can move the CH2 servo reversing switch to make the elevator
move up.
Servo reversing is featured on two channels. CH1 controls the rudder (right/left) channel and CH2 controls the elevator
(up/down) channel.
In this application, CH4 is not used. In addition, servo reversing is not available on the throttle channel.
1) To adjust the DIP switches, use a toothpick or other non-metallic instrument to
move the switch (or switches) OFF (down) or ON (up).
In the default configuration, all DIP switches should be in the OFF (down)
position.

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CoNTRol oPERaTIoN
aDjUSTING ThE DIP SwITChES, CoNTINUED....
Mixing Switches:
The mixing switches (DIP switches 4 & 5) are used to mix two channel functions together at the same time.
No mixing functions are required for the Century EP, so these two DIP switches should always be in the OFF (down)
position. Turning on the mixing functions can result in your aircraft being uncontrollable and crashing!
Dual Rate Switch:
The dual rate switch (DIP switch 6) is used to change the amount of elevator and rudder control throw between low and high,
which affects how sensitive the aircraft is to control. In general, using the high dual rate setting (OFF) makes the aircraft more
responsive and using the low dual rate setting (ON) makes the aircraft more docile.
The dual rate setting controls both the rudder (right/left) channel and elevator (up/down) channel at the same time.
Dual Rate Setting:
• DIP Switch 6 OFF (Down): High Rate - More Control Response Aircraft More Responsive (Default Configuration)
• Dip Switch 6 ON (UP): Low Rate - Less Control Response - Aircraft More Docile
The information in this section describes setting up the transmitter, installing the LiPo battery, checking the control surfaces
and testing the motor.
If after turning the transmitter ON and plugging in the LiPo battery, you don’t have any control functions, check to ensure
the LiPo battery is fully charged and that the transmitter batteries are new. If you still don’t have any control functions, pair
the transmitter and receiver again. For more information, see the Binding the Transmitter and Receiver section on page 13.
PREPaRING To flY ThE CENTURY EP
1) Turn the transmitter ON and move the throttle control stick all the way forward.
The power LED should illuminate solid red.
2) Double-check that the trim switches are centered (see the Using the Trim Switches
section above) and that all six DIP switches are in the OFF (down) position.
TRaNSmITTER SETUP aND INSTallING ThE lIPo baTTERY
USING ThE TRIm SwITChES
The trim switches are used to trim the aircraft for level flight. For more information
about trimming your aircraft, see the Flight Trimming the Century EP section on
pages 12 and 13.
1) The trim switches each feature an audible tone when pressed to alert you to the
position of the switch. Each time a trim switch is pressed, an audible tone will be
heard. This audible tone will increase in pitch as the amount of trim increases
and decrease in tone as the amount of trim decreases toward the center. When
the trim switch is centered, an audible double-tone will be heard.
WARNING: The ESC in the aircraft does not feature an On/Off switch, therefore, when you plug the LiPo battery into the ESC,
the motor can be armed and the propeller can spin at a high rate of speed if you’re not careful. The motor will not arm until
the ESC receives a low throttle signal, therefore, we recommend placing the throttle control stick in the full throttle position
before turning the transmitter ON and plugging the LiPo battery into the ESC.
The motor will not power up until the throttle control stick is pulled all the way back, then pushed forward again.
3) Plug the LiPo battery into the matching power lead coming out the bottom of the
fuselage, then secure the LiPo battery into the mounting slot, using the preinstalled
Velcro® strips.
Install the LiPo battery up against the front of the battery mount. Also make
sure the LiPo battery is pushed down as far as possible, so it doesn’t get
damaged during landing.
When you unplug the LiPo battery, don’t pull on the power wires. Grasp and
pull on the plug itself. If you pull on the wires, the wires can be damaged or
even ripped from the plug.

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PREPaRING To flY ThE CENTURY EP
1) Check the flight controls to ensure that the control surfaces are moving the correct directions. If the control surfaces are
moving the wrong direction, adjust the servo reversing switches on the transmitter to change the direction the control surfaces
move. For more information, see the Adjusting the DIP Switches - Servo Reversing Switches section on page 8.
ChECkING CoNTRol movEmENT aND TESTING ThE moToR
2) To arm the motor, pull the throttle control stick all the way back.
3) While firmly holding the aircraft upright in the air with the propeller pointing away from you, slowly push the throttle control
stick all the way forward. The propeller will spin at a high rate of speed.
4) Continue testing the controls for a minute or two to become familiar with how the elevator, rudder and throttle react to
control stick inputs. Once you’re done testing the controls, unplug the LiPo battery from the ESC, turn the transmitter OFF,
then remove the LiPo battery from the fuselage and allow it to cool before recharging it for your first flight.
If the propeller continues to spin even after pulling the throttle control stick all the way back, the throttle trim needs to be
lowered. For for information, see the Flight Trimming the Century EP section on pages 12 and 13.
WARNING: During the motor testing process, be careful to keep everything clear of the propeller, especially your fingers and
any loose clothing. Once the motor is armed, moving the throttle control stick forward will cause the propeller to spin at a
high rate of speed. Be cautious of this at all times. Be careful not to accidentally bump the throttle control stick!
moDE 1 - oPTIoNalmoDE 2 - DEfaUlT moDE 2 - DEfaUlT moDE 1 - oPTIoNal
The information in this section describes how to choose an ideal place to fly, how to hand-launch and fly your new model,
and how to trim your model for level flight.
Before flying the Century EP, make sure you understand all of the information provided in the previous sections about how to
control your aircraft and how to use the transmitter. The LiPo battery should be fully charged and plugged into the ESC and
the transmitter should be turned ON with the motor armed and ready for flight.
flYING ThE CENTURY EP
flYING TIPS
• With the LiPo battery fully charged, you can expect anywhere from 8 to 10 minutes of flight time.
• The flying site should be large enough that you can land anywhere if you get into trouble. Until you are proficient at flying
the aircraft, you don't want to have to worry about landing in a small, localized area.
CENTERING ThE CoNTRol SURfaCES
1) After completing steps 1 through 3 in the previous section, look from the ends of the elevator and rudder to make sure they’re
even with the control surfaces. If the elevator and rudder aren’t even with the horizontal tail and fin, carefully bend the U-shape
in the pushrod wires either in or out just enough to make them even with the control surfaces.
It's important that before your first flight you make sure that the elevator and rudder are centered. This will prevent the aircraft
from being too far out of trim and pitching up or down or turning right or left when hand-launching.

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The flying site you choose should be a large open
field of grass. There should not be any vehicles,
buildings, power lines, trees, large rocks or anything
else that your aircraft can crash into.
We strongly recommend flying at a dedicated
R/C model flying site.
ChooSING a flYING SITE aND ThE bEST DaY To flY
haND-laUNChING
While holding the transmitter in your other hand, push the throttle control stick forward to check that the motor powers up. Pull
the throttle control stick all the way back.
If there is any wind, turn to face it. Push and hold the throttle control stick all the way forward (the propeller will spin very fast).
Hold the aircraft just above shoulder level and firmly, but smoothly toss it straight ahead and level. Allow the aircraft to fly straight
and continue to hold the throttle control stick all the way forward so that the aircraft climbs.
bEfoRE aND afTER flIGhT PRoCEDURES
Before and after each flight, follow these simple procedures to get your aircraft ready for flight and to shut down after you’re
done flying.
1) Fully charge the LiPo battery.
2) Turn the transmitter ON and verify the transmitter batteries have sufficient voltage - no audible alarm.
3) Place the throttle control stick fully forward in the full throttle position, then plug the LiPo battery into the ESC.
4) Double-check that the controls are moving the correct directions.
5) Have fun flying your aircraft. Flight time on a fully-charged LiPo battery is approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
6) After flying, unplug the LiPo battery from the ESC and remove it from the fuselage, then turn the transmitter OFF.
7) Allow the LiPo battery to cool down for about 10 minutes, then recharge it for your next flight.
Once the aircraft is in the air, keep the motor running at full power and allow the aircraft to continue to climb. After reaching
about 80 to 100 feet of altitude you should start making shallow turns, moving the rudder control stick right or left to keep the
aircraft near you. You may need to reduce the throttle so that the aircraft slows down and doesn’t continue climbing.
PRO TIP: If the aircraft begins losing altitude after launching, pull back gently (only a small amount) on the elevator control
stick. This will cause the aircraft to gently pitch up and climb. The aircraft may start to bank right or left after launching, too.
If this happens, gently move the rudder control stick right or left to level the wing.
Gently grasp the fuselage with your throwing hand, directly below the middle of
the wing.
WARNING: While hand-launching the aircraft, be conscious of the spinning
propeller at all times.
Until you become proficient at flying your new model you should always plan on flying it when there's no wind.
No Obstructions
Within 1000 Feet
• There should be no wind during your first few flights. In addition, orient yourself so you're not looking into the sun while flying.
• When hand-launching the aircraft, you don’t need to throw the aircraft hard. A firm, but smooth toss from shoulder level is
ideal. In addition, try to toss the aircraft level. Do not toss it up at an angle.
• When the aircraft is flying toward you, the right and left controls will seem reversed. This takes some time to get used to
until it becomes second nature. Imagining yourself sitting in the cockpit or moving the rudder control stick toward the lower
wing tip will help you get used to this.
• Don’t over-control. It’s not necessary to move the control sticks very much to achieve the required amount of control response
from the aircraft, especially when you’re just learning. Moving the control sticks too much will make it more difficult to control
the aircraft. It’s better to make small corrections with the control sticks.
• Do not hold the rudder control stick either right or left for more than a few seconds. Hold it over only long enough for the
aircraft to begin to bank and turn. Holding the rudder control stick over longer can cause the aircraft to turn too steeply and
the nose to drop rapidly, possibly causing a crash to occur.
• General flying should be done at a reduced power setting. The aircraft may be too fast cruising level at full power and may
even tend to climb. Choose a lower power setting that allows the aircraft to fly slower while not descending on its own.
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You control the altitude of the aircraft by moving the elevator control stick either forward or back. Moving the elevator control stick
forward will cause the aircraft to pitch down and lose altitude and moving the elevator control stick back will cause the aircraft
to pitch up and gain altitude. You can also control the altitude of the aircraft by increasing and decreasing throttle. When you
increase the throttle, the aircraft will tend to want to climb (until the LiPo battery starts to lose power) and when you decrease
the throttle, the aircraft will want to descend.
When the aircraft climbs you will notice that it will begin to lose speed. You’ll also notice that the aircraft will gain speed when
the aircraft descends. If you climb too steeply, the aircraft may slow down so much that it stops flying and stalls. Conversely, if
you descend too steeply, the aircraft may fly so fast that you begin to lose control.
When going into a turn, the aircraft will have a natural tendency to lose some altitude. Unless you want to descend, you should
gently pull back on the elevator control stick to keep the aircraft level during the turn. The steeper the turn the more altitude the
aircraft will lose and the more you will need to pull back on the elevator control stick.
You should continue to fly, making circles and S-turns for about 5 minutes or so. This will give you plenty of time for landing.
You might practice varying the amount of power using the throttle control stick and use gentle control inputs to keep the aircraft
level throughout the entire flight. Remember to keep in mind that when you make turns the aircraft will want to lose altitude, so
you'll need to pull back gently on the elevator control stick to keep the aircraft level.
After some practice, you will learn how to minimize the amount of up and down and right and left movements of the aircraft,
and be able to control the aircraft in a smooth and graceful manner.
To turn the aircraft, move the rudder control stick in the direction you want the aircraft to turn, either right or left. To make smooth,
gentle turns, gently move the rudder control stick in the direction you want the aircraft to turn and HOLD it in that position for a
second or two and the aircraft will begin to turn. After the aircraft has turned in the direction you want, move the rudder control
stick gently in the opposite direction to level the wing, then allow the rudder control stick to return to center.
The longer you hold the rudder control stick over, the tighter the radius the aircraft will turn in. We recommend gentle turns until
you are proficient with the flight characteristics of the aircraft.
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PRO TIP: Do not hold the rudder control stick either right or left for more than a few seconds. Hold it over only long enough
for the aircraft to begin to bank and turn. Holding the rudder control stick over longer can cause the aircraft to turn too steeply
and the nose to drop rapidly, possibly causing a crash to occur.
PRO TIP: When flying toward you, you will notice that it seems that the right and left controls are reversed. An easy way to
learn to overcome this confusion is to move the rudder control stick toward the lower side of the wing to level the aircraft.
You can also try to envision yourself in the cockpit.
laNDING
To prepare for landing, make a shallow turn so that the aircraft is flying directly into the wind. Make small turns to level the wing,
then pull back completely on the throttle control stick to turn off the motor. The aircraft will gradually descend straight ahead.
Allow the aircraft to gradually descend. If the aircraft seems to be descending too fast, gently pull back on the elevator control
stick to make the aircraft pitch up to level flight (try not to pitch the aircraft beyond level). This will bleed off speed and slow the
descent. Once the aircraft has slowed down, release the elevator control stick and allow the aircraft to continue its descent.
Once the aircraft is about 10 feet off the ground, make sure that the wing is level and continue a shallow descent. Just before
touch-down, gently pull back on the elevator control stick to level the aircraft with the ground for landing.
IMPORTANT: Landing should always be done into the wind with the wing level. Always land on a smooth, soft surface, such
as grass. Do not land on asphalt or dirt, or the aircraft can be damaged.
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If you're flying your model and it seems to always want to turn right or left or pitch up or down, use the trim switches on the
transmitter to correct these tendencies. Once the aircraft is trimmed correctly for level flight, the aircraft will be easier to control.
GENERal flYING
IMPORTANT: General flying should be done with the motor at a slightly reduced power setting if the aircraft is flying too fast
and to keep the aircraft from continuing to climb. We recommend trying to keep the aircraft near you while flying. If it gets
too far away, it will be difficult for you to see. This will make it more difficult to learn to fly and could result in complete visual
loss of the aircraft.
• If the propeller continues to spin even after pulling the throttle control stick all the way back,
move the throttle trim switch back a couple of clicks or just enough so that the motor turns
off when the throttle control stick is pulled all the way back.
IMPORTANT: We recommend trimming the aircraft in little to no wind. You won’t be able to
trim the aircraft accurately if you’re flying in too much wind.

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maINTENaNCE aND REPaIRING CRaSh DamaGE
This section details binding the transmitter and receiver, adjusting the control throws, replacing the propeller assembly and
repairing minor crash damage.
bINDING (PaIRING) ThE TRaNSmITTER aND RECEIvER
The transmitter and receiver have been paired at the factory, however, if the connection is lost or if you replace the transmitter
or receiver, you will need to bind the transmitter and receiver again.
3) While the Power LED is flashing, plug the LiPo battery into the ESC. The red LED on the receiver board will illuminate solid
and two sets of audible tones will sound. Wait approximately 10 to 15 seconds. The Power LED on the transmitter will stop
flashing and the red LED on the receiver board will start to flash, indicating the binding process is complete.
You must plug the LiPo battery into the ESC within 20 seconds after turning the transmitter ON, otherwise you will need
to restart the binding procedure again.
1) Verify that the transmitter is turned OFF.
2) Center the left control stick and press it down. While
holding the left control stick down, turn the transmitter
ON. The Power LED will flash slowly along with an audible
tone. Release the left control stick.
aDjUSTING ThE CoNTRol ThRowS
The control throws with the rudder and elevator pushrods installed in the outer slots in the control horns (default position as
described in the Connecting the Control Linkages section on page 7) should be sufficient for most pilots. If you’re a more
accomplished pilot and prefer more control throw, you can move the pushrods to increase the control throws.
1) Carefully snap the Z-bend in each pushrod wire into the inner slot in the two
control horns. This will provide the most control throw. Alternately, you can install
the Z-bends into the hole in the middle of the control horns. This will provide less
control throw than the maximum, but more control throw than stock.
Increase Control Throws - Move pushrods closer to control surfaces and/or
place dual rate switch in OFF position (page 9).
Decrease Control Throws - Move pushrods farther away from control surfaces
and/or place dual rate switch in ON position (page 9).
WARNING: We don’t recommend increasing the control throws unless your a proficient pilot. Increasing the control throws
will result in the aircraft being more agile and quicker to react, but more difficult to control.
1) In little to no wind, fly the aircraft straight ahead and level, then let go of the control sticks for a few seconds. Watch what the
aircraft does. It may pitch up or down, it may turn right or left, or it may do a combination of these. Do this several times to
double-check your findings. If the aircraft does one of the following while in straight and level flight without your hands on
the control sticks, move the following trim switches to correct it:
• If the aircraft pitches up: Move the elevator trim switch forward
a couple of clicks.
• If the aircraft pitches down: Move the elevator trim switch back
a couple of clicks.
• If the aircraft turns right: Move the rudder trim lever left a couple
of clicks.
• If the aircraft turns left: Move the rudder trim lever right a couple
of clicks.
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Trim switch diagrams shown with transmitter in Mode 2 (default configuration). Throttle and elevator trim switch positions
(shown on the previous page and above, respectively) will be the opposite with the transmitter set to Mode 1.
Make sure that both pushrod wires snap all the way into the bottom of each slot, otherwise, the pushrods will pop loose
during flight. In addition, if you want to install the Z-bends into the middle holes, we recommend removing the fin and
horizontal tail section, installing the Z-bends into the holes, then reinstalling the horizontal tail and fin.

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This Troubleshooting Guide has been provided to help you diagnose and solve most problems that you might encounter with
the Century EP and its included radio control system.
If you cannot solve a problem using this Troubleshooting Guide,
please contact us directly, using the Service and Support information on the front cover.
TRoUblEShooTING GUIDE
Transmitter does not turn ON
Aircraft's controls don't work
Power LED flashes and audible
alarm sounds
Inadequate transmitting range
Channels not operating correctly
Controls move the wrong direction
Motor does not power up
Aircraft is difficult to control and/or
won’t fly straight and level
Aircraft will not climb
Replace batteries (Page 5)
Reinstall batteries with correct polarity (Page 5)
Contact Global Services (Page 15)
Turn transmitter ON
Bind transmitter and receiver (Page 13)
Plug LiPo battery into ESC (Page 9)
Charge LiPo battery (Page 6)
Replace receiver board
Replace batteries (Page 5)
Turn transmitter OFF then back ON
Replace batteries (Page 5)
Replace receiver board
Turn mixing switch(es) OFF (Page 9)
Turn servo reversing switch(es) OFF (Page 8)
Place transmitter in desired Mode (Page 8)
Plug LiPo battery into ESC (Page 9)
Arm motor (Page 10)
Replace receiver board
Fly when there is little to no wind
Reduce control throws (Page 9)
Use smaller, gentler control stick inputs
Adjust the transmitter trim switches (Pages 12 & 13)
Charge LiPo battery (Page 6)
Check and replace motor and/or propeller
PRoblEm CaUSE SolUTIoN
Transmitter batteries depleted
Transmitter batteries not installed properly
Transmitter is damaged
Transmitter not turned ON
Transmitter and receiver not paired
LiPo battery not plugged into ESC
LiPo battery discharged
Receiver board is damaged
Low transmitter battery voltage
Transmitter in Bind mode
Low transmitter battery voltage
Receiver board is damaged
Transmitter mixing switch(es) ON
Transmitter servo reversing switch(es) ON
Transmitter in different Mode
LiPo battery not plugged into ESC
Motor not armed
Receiver board is damaged
You are flying in too much wind
You are using too much control throw
You are over-controlling
The aircraft is out of trim
LiPo battery depleted
Motor and/or propeller is damaged
REPaIRING CRaSh DamaGE
There may come a time when your aircraft gets damaged. If the damage is not too severe, it can usually be repaired quickly
and easily. If the damage is beyond repair, or if the damage is in a high stress structural part of the aircraft, you should not try to
repair it. In this case you should purchase a new replacement part. Follow the procedures below to repair less severe damage.
1) Thoroughly mix an adequate amount of five minute epoxy, then apply enough epoxy to completely cover the gluing surfaces
of both parts. Alternately, foam-safe C/A glue can be applied to the parts to glue them back together. Do not use regular C/A,
or the foam parts will melt and be damaged beyond repair.
2) Firmly press the parts together, remove any excess glue the squeezes out of the glue joint, then hold the parts firmly together
and in alignment until the glue cures.
3) Apply a strip of clear tape over the joint to further protect and strengthen the glue joint.
REPlaCING ThE PRoPEllER aSSEmblY
The propeller assembly should be replaced if one or more propeller blades appear to be damaged. Flying the aircraft with a
damaged propeller can result in propeller failure or failure of the motor, gearbox or airframe due to excessive vibration.
1) Using your fingernail, pop the spinner cone off the spinner backplate.
2) Gently squeeze together the black plastic halves of the propeller mount while
pulling the spinner backplate off. If you have trouble squeezing together the
plastic halves of the propeller mount with your fingernails, small needle nose
pliers can be used. Just be careful not to damage the propeller mount.
3) Gently pull the propeller assembly off the prop shaft, then install the new propeller
assembly. Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Wing Assembly ................................................................................... 161805
Tail Assembly (Horizontal Tail & Fin) ....................................... 161806
Fuselage Assembly (without Electronics) ............................. 161807
Fuselage Assembly (Complete with Electronics) .............. 161808
Propeller Assembly ........................................................................... 161809
Motor and Gearbox Assembly .................................................... 161810
Receiver Board (with Servos & ESC - 2.4GHz FHSS) ...... 161811
Transmitter (2.4GHz FHSS) ........................................................... 161812
Battery (1S 3.7V 150mAh LiPo).................................................... 161813
Decal Set ................................................................................................ 161814
User’s Guide ......................................................................................... 161815
Hobby People stocks a majority of replacement parts for the Century EP. The replacement parts and part numbers are listed
below for easy ordering convenience.
Replacement parts can be purchased directly through your local Hobby People retail store. If you don’t have a Hobby People
retail store near you, replacement parts can be ordered through our website at www.hobbypeople.net or by calling our Mail
Order Department at 1-800-854-8471.
REPlaCEmENT PaRTS
Global Services
18480 Bandilier Circle
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Before returning your product for warranty service, the status of the unit must be within the terms of the Warranty and Liability
Information section on page 2. When requesting warranty service, please observe the following:
• Send your model complete with the transmitter. Please unplug and/or remove the batteries both from the transmitter and
the model before returning it. We prefer to have the model complete so it can be thoroughly tested before returning it to you.
• Include a note detailing the problem or service you are requesting. Include your daytime phone number, shipping address
and your Email address in the event we need to contact you.
• If your model is out of the warranty period you may request an estimate of services at the time you return it for service. An
omission of this request implies permission for Global Services to service your product at our discretion.
• If it's determined that your model cannot be warrantied, you will be contacted with an estimate of repairs.
• Carefully pack your model to prevent any chance of shipping damage, then send the package to the address below. We
recommend using United Parcel Service, Federal Express or Insured Mail. Postage is nonrefundable.
• If you have any questions or concerns prior to sending your model back for warranty service, please contact us first.
RETURNING YoUR PRoDUCT foR waRRaNTY SERvICE
TRoUblEShooTING GUIDE
LiPo battery is warm after charging
Motor vibrates excessively
Aircraft pitches up or down, or turns
right or left when hand-launching
LiPo battery won’t charge
This is normal
Check and replace propeller and/or spinner
Check and tighten motor and/or replace motor
Center elevator and rudder (Page 10)
Replace batteries (Page 5)
Turn transmitter OFF
Plug LiPo battery correctly into charger (Page 6)
Charge circuit won’t activate until LiPo battery voltage
drops below 4.0 volts (Page 6)
Replace LiPo battery
Replace transmitter
PRoblEm CaUSE SolUTIoN
Batteries can get warm when charging
Propeller and/or spinner is damaged
Motor is loose and/or damaged
Elevator and/or rudder not centered
Transmitter batteries depleted
Transmitter turned ON
LiPo battery not plugged correctly
LiPo battery already nearly fully charged
LiPo battery damaged
Transmitter damaged

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