Horizon Hobby champ s+ User manual

Instruction Manual • Bedienungsanleitung • Manuel d’utilisation • Manuale di Istruzioni
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Champ S

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WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the
product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product,
personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires
some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could
result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by
children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product
in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions
for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings
in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or
serious injury.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion
of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the
support tab for this product.
Meaning of Special Language:
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential
harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage
AND little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property
damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage,
collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions
around your model to avoid collisions or injury.
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject
to interference from many sources outside your
control. Interference can cause momentary loss
of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away
from full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and
warnings for this and any optional support equip-
ment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs,
etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and
anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment
not specifically designed and protected for this
purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your
mouth as it could cause serious injury or
even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter
batteries.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep the transmitter powered on while
aircraft is powered.
• Always remove batteries before disassembly.
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Always ensure failsafe is properly set
before flying.
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

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2S 7.4V 280mAh 45C
Lithium Polymer Battery
UM Champ S+
2S 7.4V Li-Po
battery charger
Transmitter
(RTF Only)
280 mAh 7.4V
Li-Po Battery AA Alkaline Batteries (4) (RTF Only)
Included in the Box
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Table of Contents
Charging Warnings................................................4
Charging the Flight Battery ...................................4
Transmitter Batteries Installation...........................5
Transmitter...........................................................5
Transmitter Setup .................................................6
Binding.................................................................7
Technology Flight Modes ......................................8
Virtual Fence.........................................................9
Holding Pattern (HP)............................................10
AutoLand (AL).....................................................11
Indoor Flight / GPS OFF.......................................12
Flying Tips ..........................................................13
Preflight Checklist...............................................13
Battery Installation..............................................14
Takeoff ...............................................................14
Flying .................................................................15
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC).....................................15
Landing ..............................................................16
After Flying.........................................................16
Compass Calibration...........................................17
Appendix ............................................................17
Control Direction Test..........................................18
SAFE® Plus Control Direction Test........................19
Advanced User Information.................................20
Motor Service .....................................................22
Optional First Person View (FPV) Installation........23
Troubleshooting Guide (SAFE® Plus) ....................24
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................24
Limited Warranty ................................................26
Warranty and Service Information.......................27
IC Information.....................................................27
FCC Information..................................................28
Compliance Information for the European Union..28
Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the
European Union ..................................................28
Replacement Parts............................................108
Optional Parts...................................................109
18.2 in (462mm)
27.3 in (694mm)
3.7 oz
(105 g)
Wing Area: 115sq in
(739 sq cm)
Motor: BL180
Brushless Outrun-
ner Motor, 2500Kv Installed Installed
Receiver/ESC:
DSMX® /DSM2®RX/
ESC unit: Champ S+ Installed Installed
(2) 2.3-Gram
Performance
Linear Long Throw
offset Servos
Installed Installed
Battery: 280mAh
2S 7.4V 30C Li-Po Included Included
Battery Charger:
Celectra™2S 7.4V
Li-Po Charger Included Included
AC adapter Included Included
Transmitter:
DSM2/DSMX
Transmitter Included Required
to
Complete
Specifications
AC power Supply

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The included battery charger (EFLUC1007) has been
designed to safely charge the Li-Po battery.
CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must
be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries
can result in a fire, personal injury and/or property
damage.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po
battery, you assume all risks associated with
lithium batteries.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or
swell, discontinue use immediately. If charging
or discharging, discontinue and disconnect.
Continuing to use, charge or discharge a battery
that is ballooning or swelling can result in fire.
• Always store the battery at room temperature in a
dry area for best results.
• Always transport or temporarily store the battery
in a temperature range of 40–120° F. Do not store
the battery or model in a car or direct sunlight. If
stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or
even catch fire.
• Always charge batteries away from flammable
materials.
• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and
let the charger cool between charges.
• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the
battery pack while charging.
• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED
TO CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES. Failure to charge
the battery with a compatible charger may cause
a fire resulting in personal injury and/or property
damage.
• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop
strips.
• Never leave charging batteries unattended.
• Never charge batteries outside recommended
levels.
• Never charge damaged batteries.
• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold
places (recommended between 40–120° F or
5–49° C) or place in direct sunlight.
Charging Warnings
Charging the Flight Battery
45
MIN.
Your aircraft comes with a 2S 7.4V 280mAh 30C
Li-Po battery and a 2S 7.4V Li-Po battery charger
that requires use of the included AC power supply
or the optional 12V (11V–14V) DC power cord
(EFLUC1008).
Refer to the charging warnings. It is recommended
to charge the battery pack while you are inspecting
the aircraft. The flight battery will be required to
confirm proper aircraft operation in future steps.
Battery Charging Process
NOTICE: Charge only batteries that are cool to the
touch and are not damaged. Look at the battery to
make sure it is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent,
broken or punctured.
1. Gently press the battery connector into the
charge port located on the front of the charger.
The connector of the battery is specifically
designed to allow it to fit into the charge port
one way to prevent reverse polarity connection.
However, check for proper alignment and polarity.
2. Press the button on the charger. The red LED will
illuminate, indicating charging has begun.
Charging a fully discharged (not over-discharged)
280mAh battery takes approximately 45 minutes
at the charger’s 300mA charge rate. The included
battery can be charged at a rate of up to 3C
(840mA).
Always disconnect the flight battery from the
charger immediately upon completion of charging.
CAUTION: Overcharging a battery can cause
a fire.
CAUTION: Only use a charger specifically
designed to charge this Li-Po battery. Failure to do
so could result in fire, causing injury or property
damage.
CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended
charge rate.
2S 7.4V 280mAh 45C
Lithium Polymer Battery
LED Indications
1. Green LED blinking .............................Standby
2. Blinking Red LED at varying speeds....Charging
3. Red and Green LED blinking
simultaneously ..................................Balancing
4. Solid Green LED..................................Full Charge
5. Red and Green LED flashing rapidly ....Error

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Remove the battery cover. Install the four
included batteries (noting proper polarity) and
reinstall the battery cover.
Transmitter
Low Battery Alarm
When the battery voltage drops
too low, an alarm sounds and the
LED flashes. The batteries must be
replaced immediately. If this happens
while flying, land your aircraft as soon
and as safely as possible.
Transmitter Batteries
Installation
Throttle /
Rudder
Power LED
Battery Door
Power
Switch
Elevator Trim
Down
Ailerons /
Elevator
Aileron
Trim Right
Elevator
Trim Up Aileron
Trim Left
Throttle
Trim Down
Rudder
Trim left
Throttle
Trim Up
Rudder
Trim Right
Flight
Mode
Switch
Bind /
HP*/AL*
Trigger
Mode 2 shown
*(HP) = Holding Pattern
*(AL) = AutoLand
The included transmitter comes
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IMPORTANT: The installed receiver
has been programmed for operation
specifically in this aircraft.
To operate the SAFE®Plus system
in this aircraft, set up your optional
DSMX®/DSM2® transmitter using the
chart below.
- SAFE Flight mode is selected
using Channel 5 signal (high,
middle, low)
- Holding Pattern and AutoLand
are selected using Button I
(channel 6, Aux 1)
IMPORTANT: A transmitter with a
2-position Channel 5 switch will only
allow the use of position 0 (Beginner
Mode) or position 2 (Experienced
Mode) flight modes. If possible
assign Channel 5 in your transmitter
to a 3-position switch to operate
all 3 flight modes (refer to your
transmitter’s manual).
Refer to your transmitter’s manual for
more information about transmitter
setup.
Transmitter Setup
Non Computerized Transmitter Setup (DX5e)
Transmitter SAFE Plus
mode switch
SAFE Plus Flight
Modes Supported
Throttle, Aileron, Elevator and Rudder in Normal Position
DX5e
(2 pos switch) CH 5 switch 0 Beginner
1 Experienced
DX5e
(3 pos switch) CH 5 switch 0 Beginner
1 Intermediate
2 Experienced
Computerized Transmitter Setup
(DX6, DX7 (Gen 2), DX8 (Gen 2), DX9, DX18 and DX20)
Start all transmitter programming with a blank model (do a model
reset), then name the model.
DX6
DX7 (Gen2)
DX8 (Gen2)
DX9
DX18
DX20
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Go to CHANNEL ASSIGN:
click NEXT to go to Channel Input
Config: GEAR: B, AUX1: i
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
5. Go to SERVO SETUP: Reverse AUX1
Resulting in:
HP/AL button
Flight Modes
Switch B operates the 3 SAFE
Plus modes (0 beginner/1 inter-
mediate/2 experienced)
Button I commands Holding Pat-
tern/Autoland
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Binding Procedure
1. Make sure the flight battery is disconnected from the aircraft.
2. Ensure the transmitter is powered OFF.
3. Connect the flight battery to the aircraft and turn the aircraft upright. Both
ailerons will go up. Set the aircraft upright on its wheels.
4. Make sure the transmitter controls are at neutral and the throttle is in the
low position.
5. Put your transmitter into bind mode by holding the red HP/AL button
while powering ON the transmitter, after two seconds release the button.
6. After 5 to 10 seconds, the ailerons will return to center, indicating that the
receiver is bound to the transmitter. If the ailerons do not return to center,
refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at the end of the manual.
IMPORTANT: The transmitter controls will not operate yet, as the aircraft
is still searching for GPS lock.
7. Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off.
Re-Binding the RTF Transmitter
Your Champ S+RTF transmitter comes pre-bound to the aircraft. If you ever need to re-bind your aircraft,
follow this binding table.
For a list of compatible DSMX®/DSM2®
transmitters, please visit www.bindnfly.com.
CAUTION: When using a Futaba®
transmitter with a Spektrum DSM®module, you
must reverse the throttle channel and rebind.
Refer to your Spektrum module manual for
binding and failsafe instructions. Refer to your
Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on
reversing the throttle channel.
Binding Procedure
Refer to your transmitter’s unique instructions for
binding to a receiver.
1. Make sure the flight battery is disconnected
from the aircraft.
2. Ensure the transmitter is powered OFF.
3. Connect the flight battery to the aircraft and
turn the aircraft upright. Both ailerons will
go up. Set the aircraft upright on its wheels.
4. Make sure the transmitter controls are at
neutral and the throttle is in the low position.
5. Put your transmitter into bind mode by holding
the HP/AL button while powering ON the
transmitter, after two seconds release the
button.
6. After 5 to 10 seconds, the ailerons will return
to center, indicating that the receiver is bound
to the transmitter. If the ailerons do not return
to center, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at
the end of the manual.
IMPORTANT: The transmitter controls will not
operate yet, as the aircraft is still searching for
GPS lock.
7. Disconnect the flight battery and power the
transmitter off.
For subsequent flights, power ON the transmitter
for 5 seconds before connecting the flight battery.
Binding
Binding Your Optional Transmitter
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RollPitch
RollPitch
RollPitch
Beginner Mode
(Switch Position 0)
Intermediate Mode
(Switch Position 1)
Experienced Mode
(Switch Position 2)
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Technology Flight Modes
Beginner Mode
(with automatic self-leveling):
• Below 20 ft (10m), pitch (nose up and down)
and roll (wing tips up and down) angles are
limited to help you keep the aircraft airborne.
Release both sticks for self-leveling.
• Above approx. 20 feet (10m), pitch and roll
control are increased slightly.
• At any time release both sticks to activate
Panic Recovery mode for self-leveling.
Intermediate Mode:
• Same as beginner mode, with greater pitch
and roll angle limits/control above approx. 20
feet (10m). Above 20 feet (10m) self-leveling
is inactive.
• Below 20 feet, self-leveling is active when
you release both sticks.
Experienced Mode:
• Unlimited Flight Envelope. No pitch or roll
angle/control limits.
• At any time switch to beginner mode and
release the control sticks for self-leveling.
Panic Recovery:
If you feel you have lost control of the aircraft,
switch to beginner mode and release the control
sticks. The SAFE technology will automatically
return the aircraft to stable flight (wings level
with a slight climb when the throttle is at 100%/
full power).
Always fly at a safe altitude, as Panic Recovery
may cause the aircraft to lose some altitude
when leveling the wings.
When the aircraft regains stable flight, return to
the control sticks and resume flying. The aircraft
will return to its current fight mode.
NOTICE: If the aircraft is upside down when the
sticks are released, sufficient altitude is required
for the aircraft to return to straight and level
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Emergency GPS OFF
In the rare occasion that the aircraft
loses GPS signal while in flight and
a flyaway appears to be happening,
the Emergency GPS OFF option can be used by
pressing and holding the trigger while toggling
the flight mode switch 5 or more times. This will
disable all GPS features (Virtual Fence, Holding
Pattern and AutoLand) and allow pilot to manually
control the aircraft.
IMPORTANT: If you experience GPS signal loss,
perform a compass calibration before your next
flight.
Toggle 5x
450ft (137 m)
Wind
The Champ S+ comes out of the box with the Virtual Fence feature turned ON. This feature prevents
unwanted flyaways by limiting the aircraft to a 450 ft (137m) flying radius (Virtual Fence). If the aircraft
reaches the 450 ft boundary, the SAFE Plus technology will take over and fly the aircraft back into the
flying radius. The aircraft will always position itself to re-enter the flying radius flying towards you. Once
back in the flying radius, it will wag its wings twice to indicate that it is returning control to the pilot.
Virtual Fence OFF
(Not recommended when using RTF Transmitter due to range limitation.)
For flying without the restriction of the Virtual fence (and within the range of your transmitter) the Champ
S+ Virtual Fence feature can be deactivated. When the Virtual Fence is turned OFF, the 450 ft (137m)
boundary has been removed.
The aircraft’s Holding Pattern and AutoLand features will still function.
Virtual Fence
Turning Virtual Fence OFF or ON
1. Power ON the Transmitter.
2. Power ON the aircraft.
3. Place aircraft on its wheels.
4. Hold the transmitter sticks as
shown until it establishes
GPS lock. VF OFF VF back ON
Press
and Hold

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Holding Pattern (HP)
If at any time the aircraft seems too far away, or you
would like to “pause” the flight, press and release the
HP/AL button on the transmitter.
The aircraft will return to the initialization point/loca-
tion and begin to fly a circular pattern at an altitude of
approximately 65 ft (20m).
When the aircraft is in HP, it flies fully autonomously.
The transmitter sticks have no control.
NOTICE: As a safety precaution, the Holding Pattern
feature can not be initiated when your aircraft is
below an altitude of approximately 20 ft (6m).
To deactivate HP and regain control, press and
release the red HP/AL button again or change
the flight mode.
IMPORTANT: If your aircraft does not
respond immediately to a Holding Pattern
command the GPS signal may have been
lost. Release both transmitter sticks and
slowly reduce throttle to gently glide the
aircraft to the ground.
Failsafe
If at any time the aircraft loses radio connection, the
aircraft will activate HP until it re-establishes radio
connection. If radio connection is not regained after
30 seconds, the aircraft will land near the initialization
point/location.
Press
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When you are ready to land or your flight timer has
signaled, press and hold the red HP/AL button on the
transmitter for 4 seconds.
The aircraft will instantly respond and begin an
upwind landing approach to return to the initialization
point/location. The aircraft will land into the wind
near your initialization point/location and come to a
complete stop.
When AutoLand is activated, you can still control the
aircraft to avoid obstacles like trees or poles. Once
clear of the obstacles just let go of the control sticks
and the AutoLand feature will take over and resume
the landing.
At any time you can abort a landing by pressing and
releasing the HP/AL button or by changing the flight
mode.
If you want to takeoff again after landing pull the
throttle to low position and then press the red HP/AL
button again to deactivate AutoLand.
IMPORTANT: If your aircraft does not
respond immediately to an AutoLand
command, the GPS signal may have been
lost. Release both transmitter sticks and
slowly reduce throttle to gently glide the
aircraft to the ground.
IMPORTANT: The AutoLand feature can not be initi-
ated when your aircraft is below an altitude
of approximately 20ft (6m).
NOTICE: The AutoLand feature does not possess the
ability to avoid obstacles. Ensure that your flying
location is free of obstacles (trees, buildings, etc)
before you start flying.
6ft (2m) power is cut.
Approximately
30ft (9m)
AutoLand (AL)
Wind
Approximately
65ft (20m)
Press
and hold
for 4 sec.
Press and
Release to
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Indoor Mode will need to be activated before indoor
flight can happen. The GPS system will not be able to
establish a GPS lock if activated while indoors. The
aircraft will be unresponsive searching for
a GPS signal.
When Indoor Mode is turned ON the GPS features
are OFF, meaning Virtual Fence, Holding Pattern and
AutoLand are deactivated. However, the SAFE flight
modes (Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced
Modes) are fully functional.
Turning ON Indoor Mode
1. Turn on the Transmitter.
2. Connect a fully charged flight battery to the aircraft
to begin the aircraft’s initialization process, then
place the aircraft upright on the ground.
3. Put the transmitter sticks into the position as
shown.
The aircraft will indicate that it is in Indoor mode by
waving the rudder back and forth 4 times. It will wave
its rudder every time a new battery is connected
while in Indoor Mode.
Once the aircraft is in indoor mode, it will remain in
indoor mode until the mode is turned OFF.
Turning OFF Indoor Mode
1. Turn on the Transmitter.
2. Connect a fully charged flight battery to the aircraft
to begin the aircraft’s initialization process, then
place the aircraft upright on the ground.
3. Put the transmitter sticks into the position
as shown.
The aircraft will indicate that it is no longer in Indoor
mode by not waving the rudder.
Once Indoor mode is turned OFF it will remain in OFF
until the mode is turned ON.
Indoor Flight / GPS OFF
Indoor Flight Mode ON
2
Indoor Flight Mode OFF
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Fly in this area
(upwind of pilot)
Stand here
450 feet
(91 m)
Wind 0–10 mph
(0–16 km/h)
• Consult local laws and ordinances before
choosing a location to fly your aircraft.
• Always make deliberate and steady control
stick movements for smooth control of your
aircraft.
• Keep your aircraft in plain sight and up wind.
• Always avoid flying near houses, trees, wires
and buildings.
• Always avoid flying in areas where there
are many people, such as busy parks,
schoolyards or soccer fields.
Champ S + Flying Tips
• Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE®Plus)
technology is designed as flight assistance,
not an autopilot. The pilot is always in
control and required to fly the aircraft at
all times.
• Start in Beginner mode (Flight Mode switch
position 0). As you learn and become more
confident, change modes to advance your
flying skills.
• Fly your aircraft outside in no greater than
light winds up to 10 mph (16 km/h).
• Always takeoff or launch your aircraft
directly into the wind if possible.
• For indoor flight, put the aircraft into Indoor
Mode and fly the aircraft inside in a large
gymnasium.
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1. Find a safe and open area.
2. Charge flight battery.
3. Set up your transmitter to support
SAFE®Plus technology (BNF only).
4. Install flight battery in aircraft.
5. Perform Control Direction Test.
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6. Perform SAFE Control Direction Test.
7. Plan flight for flying field conditions.
8. Set a flight timer for 10 minutes.
9. Have fun!
Preflight Checklist
Flying Tips

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Takeoff
1. Open the battery hatch and place the
battery so that it is centered in the battery
compartment.
2. Power on your transmitter, then wait
5 seconds.
3. Connect the battery to the aircraft, noting
proper polarity.
Both ailerons will go up, indicating that the
aircraft is powered up. The aircraft will not
connect to the transmitter or start to seek for
GPS lock until it is upright on the ground and
motionless.
When the aircraft is placed on the ground and
is motionless (in the desired takeoff location)
it will connect to the transmitter. The ailerons
will return to center to indicate transmitter
connection.
IMPORTANT: This sets the location for AutoLand.
Allow up to 90 seconds for the aircraft to
establish GPS lock. GPS lock will be indicated
by several tones and the transmitter will be
given control.
IMPORTANT: Try to keep the aircraft as still as
possible when establishing GPS Lock.
Battery Installation
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Up to 90 Seconds
Wind 0–10 mph
(0–16 km/h)
Climbs at 100%
throttle.
1.
100%
Hand Launch
1. For your first flights, place the aircraft in
Beginner mode.
2. Place the aircraft on its landing gear in the
center of your flying area facing into the
wind and secure the aircraft from taking
off. Advance the throttle to 100% then back
down to 0% to set the landing direction
(heading) for the AutoLand feature.
3. Pick up the aircraft and advance the throttle
to 100% and with the nose level or slightly
up, launch it into the wind with a light toss.
Slowly pull back on the elevator to gain
altitude.
Beginner Mode
(Switch Position 0)
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Wind 0–10 mph
(0–16 km/h)
Gently pull back on
the elevator stick
to lift off of the
ground.
2.
100%
Beginner Mode
(Switch Position 0)
eginner Mode
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
LVC is a built in feature to protect the battery
from over-discharge. When the battery charge is
too low, LVC limits power supplied to the motor.
The aircraft will begin to slow and you will hear
the motor pulse.
When the motor power decreases, land the air-
craft immediately and recharge the flight battery.
Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from
the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge.
Charge your Li-Po battery to about half capacity
before storage. During storage, make sure the
battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.
NOTICE: Repeated flying to LVC will damage the
battery. It is important to set a flight timer to end your
flight before you hit LVC.
NOTICE: AL and HP Features will not work properly if
LVC is activated.
Flying
In Beginner mode, your aircraft will climb at full
throttle without use of the elevator stick.
• Set a flight timer for 10 minutes.
• If the motor pulses (LVC), land the aircraft
immediately and recharge the flight battery.
• Flying with the nose pointed toward you is
one of the hardest things to do when learning
to fly. To practice piloting the aircraft, try flying
in large circles high off the ground.
• If you lose control, simply release the sticks.
The aircraft will level itself when in Beginner
Mode.
Throttle stick
1. For your first flights, place the aircraft in
Beginner mode.
2. Place the aircraft on its landing gear in the
center of your flying area facing into the
wind and secure the aircraft from taking
off. Advance the throttle to 100% then back
down to 0% to set the landing direction
(heading) for the AutoLand feature.
3. Throttle up to 100% and slowly pull back on
the elevator to takeoff.
IMPORTANT: The aircraft will only takeoff from
smooth surfaces. If flying over rough surfaces
or grass that is too long you should hand launch
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Wind 0–10 mph
(0–16 km/h)
After Flying
1. Lower the throttle stick completely.
2. Immediately disconnect and remove the
battery from the aircraft. Keep hands away
from the propeller.
3. Power off the transmitter.
NOTICE: When you are finished flying, never
leave the aircraft in direct sunlight or in a hot,
enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can
damage the aircraft.
NOTICE: Always disconnect the battery from the
aircraft before powering off the transmitter or
injury and damage may result.
CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po flight
battery from the aircraft receiver when not
flying to avoid over-discharging the battery.
Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the
lowest approved voltage may become damaged,
resulting in loss of performance and potential
fire when batteries are charged.
Repairs
Repair this aircraft using foam safe CA
(cyanoacrylate adhesive) glue DYNK0046 or
clear tape. Only use foam safe CA glue as other
types of glue can damage the foam. When parts
are not repairable, see the Replacement Parts
List for ordering by item number.
For a listing of all replacement and optional
parts, refer to the list at the back of this manual.
NOTICE: Use of foam-safe CA accelerant on your
aircraft can damage paint. DO NOT handle the
aircraft until the accelerant fully dries.
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Landing
Press and Hold the AL button for approximately
4 seconds to automatically land the aircraft.
To manually land, approach the runway with
the aircraft pointed into the wind and the wings
level. Slowly lower the throttle to 25%. Near the
ground, fully lower the throttle and pull back on
the elevator stick to flare.
CAUTION: Never catch a flying aircraft in
your hands. Doing so could cause personal
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Compass Calibration
Calibration may be required if the accuracy of the AutoLand feature is poor or a compass error is given.
1. Power ON your transmitter.
2. Connect a fully charged battery to the aircraft and
set the aircraft on the ground on its wheels.
3. Hold the transmitter sticks as shown.
4. Within 90 seconds, the ailerons will move up and
down continuously, indicating that the aircraft
is ready for compass calibration. You can now
release the transmitter sticks (Keep the transmit-
ter ON).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT Power OFF the transmitter
when in Compass Calibration Mode.
When the aircraft is in calibration mode the throttle is
not active.
5. In calibration mode, pick up the aircraft and rotate
it two full rotations nose over tail and then turn the
aircraft 90° and do two full rotations wing tip over
wing tip as shown.
6. Set the aircraft back on the ground on its wheels
and turn off the transmitter.
7. Wait until the ailerons stop moving, then
disconnect the flight battery.
2 Full Rotations
Compass Calibration ON
Compass Error
If at any time you experience no throttle
response after power up and the ailerons are
deflected full right, the aircraft is indicating a
compass error. Disconnect the flight battery
and perform the compass
calibration procedure.
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Control Direction Test
Up Elevator (climb) Down Elevator (descend)
Rudder Left Rudder Right
1. Place the aircraft into Experienced Mode (switch
position 2).
2. Face the aircraft away from you.
3. Restrain the aircraft so it does not escape your
control while you are testing your transmitter
controls.
4. Move the sticks on the transmitter to ensure the
aircraft responds as shown.
5. If the aircraft responds as shown, move the SAFE®
mode switch to Beginner Mode (Position 0) to
prepare to fly.
If the aircraft does not respond as shown, refer to
the Binding instructions and Troubleshooting Guide in
this manual for more information. If you need more
assistance, contact the appropriate Horizon Hobby
Product Support department.
Mode 2 shown
Aileron Left Aileron Right
Experienced Mode
(Switch Position 2)
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SAFE® Plus Control
Direction Test
Put the aircraft into Beginner
Mode (switch position 0) and
Perform the Control Direction Test
to ensure the SAFE®Plus system
responds correctly to your aircraft’s
movements.
Once you are sure the aircraft
responds correctly, move the
aircraft as shown to ensure the
SAFE®Plus system moves the
control surfaces in their proper
direction.
The rudder moves only while
the aircraft is moving. This may
prove difficult to see and is not
an indication that the system is
malfunctioning.
If the control surfaces do not
respond as shown, do not fly the
aircraft. Contact Horizon Hobby
Product Support.
Aircraft
movement SAFE Reaction
ElevatorAileronRudder
levator
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Adjusting Trim in Flight
When you are comfortable flying in Experienced
Mode, try adjusting the trim in flight. Press the
trim buttons on your transmitter to adjust how
the aircraft flies.
If the aircraft’s nose drifts while the sticks are
at neutral (centered) and the throttle is at 50%,
press the trim buttons:
• Elevator trim: upper button to stop up drift
• Elevator trim: lower button to stop down drift
• Rudder trim: left button to stop right drift
• Rudder trim: right button to stop left drift
• Aileron trim: left button to stop right roll
• Aileron trim: right button to stop left roll
If you press a trim button until no beep sounds
and the aircraft does not fly straight and level,
land and manually adjust the trim as
described below.
Manually Adjusting Trim
Press the trim buttons to return to center (3
beeps will sound), then use a pair of pliers to
carefully bend the metal U-Bend:
Only adjust control surfaces to neutral when in
Experienced mode.
Direction of Drift Button to Correct
Advanced User Information
Narrow for negative adjustment
(Down elevator/aileron or rudder right)
Widen for positive adjustment
(Up elevator/aileron or rudder left)