Horizon Hobby E-flite Su-30 User manual

Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
SAFE®Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection

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Safety Precautions and Warnings
AGE RECOMMENDATION: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.
• 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 equipment (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 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.
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 or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources 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:
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.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
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.
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WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace your Spektrum receiver found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from
Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and
warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.

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Table of ContentsSpecications
If you own this product, you may be required to register with the FAA. For up-to-
date information on how to register with the FAA, please visit
https://registermyuas.faa.gov/. For additional assistance on regulations and
guidance on UAS usage, visit knowbeforeyoufly.org/.
Transmitter Setup (BNF)...........................................................................4
SAFE®Select Switch Designation.............................................................4
Using SAFE®Select With the DX6 and DX6e Transmitters With a
6 Channel Aircraft....................................................................................5
Model Assembly ......................................................................................5
PNP Receiver Selection and Installation ...................................................9
Battery Installation and ESC Arming.......................................................10
Center of Gravity (CG) ............................................................................10
Battery Installation and ESC Arming.......................................................11
Dual Rates and Controls Throws ............................................................12
Control Horn and Servo arm Settings .....................................................12
Control Surface Centering......................................................................12
Control Direction Test.............................................................................13
AS3X Control Direction Test....................................................................14
In Flight Trimming..................................................................................14
Flying Tips and Repairs..........................................................................15
SAFE Select Flying Tips..........................................................................15
Post Flight .............................................................................................16
Power Components Service ...................................................................16
AS3X®System Trouble Shooting Guide ..................................................17
Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................................................17
Replacement Parts.................................................................................18
Recommended Parts..............................................................................18
Optional Parts........................................................................................18
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code...............................................19
Limited Warranty ...................................................................................20
Warranty and Service Contact Information .............................................20
FCC Information.....................................................................................21
IC Information........................................................................................21
Compliance Information for the European Union.....................................21
Box Contents
Quick Start Information
Transmitter Setup
1. Blank (Acro) Model
2. Wing Type: 1 Aileron, 1 Flap
3. Servo Reversing: Flaps Reversed, All Others
Normal
4. Travel Adjust (All Surfaces): 100%
Dual Rates
High Rate
Aileron = 15mm
= 15mm
Elevator = 40mm
= 34mm
Rudder = 28mm
= 28mm
EXPO
(Soft center)
High Rate Low Rate
Aileron 10% 5%
Elevator 10% 5%
Rudder 10% 5%
Center of Gravity (CG) 115–150mm back from the leading edge,
measured at the wing root
Flight Timer Setting 3.5 minutes
Motor: 2860-1850Kv Brushless motor (EFL1850) Included Included
Fan Unit: (2) 70mm Ducted Fan Unit (EFLA7012DF) Installed Installed
ESC: 80-A Brushless ESC Opto (No BEC) (EFLA1070EC5) Installed Installed
Servos: 9g Servo Metal Gear (SPMA380)
9g Servo Metal Gear Reverse (SPMA380R)
13g Servo Metal Gear (SPMSA450)
13g Servo analog Metal Gear Reverse
(SPMSA450R)
Installed Installed
Retracts: Nose Gear (EFLG321N), Main Gear Left (EFLG321L)
and Main Gear Right (EFLG321R)
Installed Installed
Receiver: Spektrum™6-Channel Sport Receiver
(SPMAR636) Installed Required to
Complete
Recommended Battery: 5000mAh 22.2V 6S Smart
IC3™50C Li-Po (SPMX50006S50)
Required to
Complete
Required to
Complete
Recommended Battery Charger:
6-cell Li-Po battery balancing charger
Required to
Complete
Required to
Complete
Recommended Transmitter:
Full-Range 2.4GHz with Spektrum™DSM2®/DSMX®
technology with programmable mixing and adjustable dual
rates
Required to
Complete
Required to
Complete
154.5 oz
(4380 g)
64.5 inches (1640mm)
43.7 inches (1110mm)
RECEIVER BIND INFORMATION
Channels 6
Frequency 2404 – 2476 MHz
Compatibility DSM2 and DSMX

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IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
If your transmitter allows it, enable the throttle cut feature. Always engage throttle
cut before approaching the aircraft.
Dual Rates
Low rate is recommended for the initial flights.
NOTICE: To ensure AS3X®technology functions properly, do not lower rate
values below 50%. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of the
pushrods on the servo arm.
NOTICE: If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide
for more information.
Expo
After first flights, you may adjust expo in your transmitter.
Computerized Transmitter Setup
(DX6i, DX6e‡, DX6‡, DX7, DX7S, DX8, DX9, DX10t, DX18, DX20 and iX12)
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (do a model reset),
then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to: HIGH 100%
LOW 70%
Set Servo Travel to: 100%
DX6i
1. Go to the SETUP LIST MENU
2. Set MODEL TYPE: ACRO
3. Go to ADJUST LIST MENU
4. Set FLAPS: Norm 100 Flap*
LAND 50 Flap*
DX7S
DX8
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set WING TYPE: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse Flap
6. Set FLAP SYSTEM: Choose Flap
NORM: 100% FLAP*
MID: 0% FLAP*
LAND: –100% FLAP*
DX6e‡
DX6
(Gen2)‡
DX7
(Gen2)
DX8
(Gen2)
DX9
DX10t
DX18
DX20
iX12†
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)†
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE (Model Setup, Aircraft Type)†:
WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST (Model Adjust)†
5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse Flap
6. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
SELECT SWITCH D:
POS 0: 100% FLAP*
POS 1: 0% FLAP*
POS 2: -100% FLAP*
†Some of the terminology and function locations used in the iX12 programming
may be slightly different than other Spektrum AirWare™ radios. The names given
in parenthesis correspond to the iX12 programming terminology. Consult your
transmitter manual for specific information about programming your transmitter.
‡The settings provided above for the DX6 and DX6e do not allow for the use of a SAFE
Select switch. To use a SAFE Select switch on these systems see the section below for
transmitter setup and operation information.
SAFE®Select technology can be easily assigned to any open switch (2 or 3
position) on your transmitter. With this feature, you have the flexibility to enable or
disable the technology while in flight.
IMPORTANT: Before assigning your desired switch, ensure that the travel for that
channel is set at 100% in both directions and the aileron, elevator, rudder and
throttle are all on high rate with the travel at 100%. Turn throttle hold OFF if it is
programmed in the transmitter.
CAUTION: Keep all body parts well clear of the rotor, intakes and exhaust
tube and keep the aircraft securely restrained in case of accidental
throttle activation.
Assigning a switch
1. Bind the aircraft correctly to activate SAFE Select. This will allow the system to
be assigned to a switch.
2. Hold both transmitter sticks to the inside bottom corners and toggle the desired
switch 5 times (1 toggle = full up and down) to assign that switch. The control
surfaces of the aircraft will move, indicating the switch has been selected.
Repeat the process to assign a different switch or to deactivate the current switch
if desired.
TIP: SAFE Select is assignable on any unused Channels 5–9.
Transmitter Setup (BNF)
SAFE®Select Switch Designation
Mode 1 and 2 transmitters
100%
100%
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The SAFE Select switch must be assigned to the Flap switch (switch D) BEFORE
proceeding to the Transmitter Setup and should start from a blank (reset) model.
Failure to assign the SAFE switch prior to programming the other model functions
may prevent the SAFE switch from assigning correctly. Users of the DX6 and DX6e
will have the SAFE Select functionality linked to the flaps. The values given in the
Transmitter Setup table turn SAFE on when the speed brake is fully deployed. SAFE
is off when the speed brake is not fully deployed.
IMPORTANT: When programming the Flap System function in the transmitter
setup of the DX6 and DX6e, set the Speed value to Norm. Adding any delay to the
deployment of the flaps will also delay the activation of SAFE.
DX6 and DX6e Transmitter Setup for SAFE® Select Operation
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (do a model reset),
then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to: HIGH 100%
LOW 70%
Set Servo Travel to: 100%
DX6e
DX6
(Gen2)
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE:
WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
5. Set SERVO SETUP: Reverse Flap
See the SAFE®Select Switch Designation section BEFORE setting the
flap values.
6. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
SELECT SWITCH D:
POS 0: 100% FLAP*
POS 1: 0% FLAP*
POS 2: -100% FLAP*
Canopy Installation
1. Slide the front of canopy into the canopy pocket.
2. Press the backside of the canopy down until it clicks into place.
Vertical Fin Installation
1. Connect the rudder servo connector to the extension in the fuselage labeled
RUDD. Secure the connection with a servo connector clip (SPMA3054, not included)
or wrap with tape. Feed the excess servo wire into the fuselage.
2. Insert the fronts of the vertical fins into the holes in the fuselage and rotate the
fins down until it they are fully seated on the fuselage.
3. Secure each fin with two M3 x 16 mm flathead screws through rear fin braces,
as shown. Do not over tighten the screws.
Using SAFE®Select With the DX6 and DX6e Transmitters With a 6 Channel Aircraft
Model Assembly

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Vertical Fin Installation (Continued)
1. Secure each fin with two M3 x 16 mm flathead screws through rear fin braces,
as shown. Do not over tighten the screws.
Horizontal Tail Installation
1. With the bottom of the fuselage facing up, slide the threaded hole end of the
torque rod into the hole at the rear of the fuselage. Ensure the flat spot on the
opposite end of the torque rod is facing up.
2. Secure the torque rod to the fuselage with a M3 x 10 mm flathead screw.
3. Slide the right horizontal stabilizer over the torque rod. Ensure the stabilizer is
on the correct side. Do not fully seat the stabilizer to the fuselage, leave about
one inch of space from the fuselage.
4. Place a lock collar in the pocket on the bottom side of horizontal stabilizer.
Ensure that the set screw is facing up.
5. Now, fully seat the horizontal stabilizer onto the torque rod. This will allow the
lock collar to slide onto the end of the torque rod.
6. Secure the horizontal stabilizer’s into place by tightening the lock collar’s set
screw.
7. Repeat steps 1-4 for the left horizontal stabilizer.
8. Connect the servo linkage to outermost hole on the control horn for the left and
right horizontal stabilizers.
Lock Collar
Model Assembly (Continued)

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Wing Installation
1. Center the wing tube in the tube socket in the fuselage.
2. Slide the right wing over the tube, ensuring the tube slides fully into the wing
socket.
3. Align the servo connectors at the rear of the wing with the connectors in the
fuselage, and ensure the fuselage alignment pins slide into the holes in the
wing.
4. When fully seated against the fuselage, secure the wing with two M3 x 16mm
flathead screws through the bottom of the wing, into the fuselage alignment
pins.
5. Repeat steps 2-4 for the left wing.
Ventral Fin Installation
1. Insert the tabs of the ventral fins in the enlarged end of the mounting
point slots. Ensure the plastic side of the ventral fin face out.
2. Slide toward the back of the aircraft to lock the tabs in the slots.
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Nose Cone Installation
1. Align the nose cone with the front of the fuselage and slide the nose cone into
place. Magnets will secure the nose cone to the fuselage.
TIP: The pitot tube on the nose cone can be easily removed if desired, simply twist
and un-thread until removed.
Tail Cone Installation
1. Carefully apply thin CA to the tail cone.
2. Align the tail cone with the tail of the fuselage and slide the tail cone into
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The recommended receiver for this aircraft is the Spektrum AR636. If you choose
to install a different receiver, ensure that it is at least a 6-channel full range (sport)
receiver. Refer to the manual of your chosen receiver for correct installation and
operation instructions.
AR636 Installation
1. Slide the canopy latch (A) back and lift the back of the canopy to remove the
canopy from the fuselage.
2. Attach the appropriate control surfaces to the their respective ports on the
receiver using the table at the right.
3. Using double-sided servo tape,(not included) mount the receiver to the flat area
behind the battery compartment, as shown. The receiver should be mounted
in the orientation shown, parallel to the length of the fuselage, with the label
facing up and the servo ports facing the rear of the aircraft. The orientation of
the receiver is critical for all AS3X®and SAFE®technology setups.
CAUTION: Incorrect installation of the receiver could cause a crash.
PNP Receiver Selection and Installation
1 = Throttle
2 = Aileron
3 = Elevator
4 = Rudder/Nose Wheel
5 = Retracts
6 = Speed Brake
Optional Scale Missiles Installation
The included optional scale missiles are easily installed and removed without the
use of tools.
• The missile are installed on the inner wing and fuselage mounting points.
To install the missiles:
1. Insert the tabs of the missiles in the enlarged end of the mounting point slots.
2. Slide toward the back of the aircraft to lock the tabs in the slots.
To remove the missiles, slide them forward and pull the tabs out of the
mounting slots.
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Battery Installation and ESC Arming
Battery Selection
We recommend a 22.2V 5000–7000mAh 30–100C 6S LiPo battery with EC5™
or IC5™ connector for standard operation. If using a different battery, the battery
should be of similar capacity, dimensions and weight to fit in the fuselage. Always
be sure the model balances at the recommended CG with the battery chosen.
1. Lower the throttle to the lowest setting.
2. Power on the transmitter and wait 5 seconds.
3. Apply the loop side (soft side) of the hook and loop tape to the bottom of your
battery.
4. Slide the canopy latch back and lift the back of the canopy to remove.
5. Install the fully charged battery in the battery compartment as shown.
See the Adjusting the Center of Gravity instructions for more information.
6. Secure the flight battery with the hook and loop strap.
7. Connect the ESC to the battery power lead EC5™ or IC5™ connector, noting
the correct polarity. The ESC will emit two sets of audible tones in succession
indicating the programming status.
• The first set of tones indicates the number of cells in the connected LiPo
battery pack.
6 rapid tones = 6
• The second set of tones indicates the brake status. One tone
indicates brake “ON” and two tones indicates brake “OFF”.
NOTICE: Connecting the battery to the ESC with incorrect polarity will damage
the ESC and void the warranty.
8. The ESC is now ready for use.*
9. Reinstall the canopy hatch.
* While additional programming of the ESC is not necessary to operate your
aircraft, programming options are available. Visit www.horizonhobby.com for
complete instructions on programming the included ESC.
Center of Gravity (CG)
The center of gravity location is measured from the leading edge of the wing at the
root with the landing gear down. The CG location is adjusted by moving the battery
pack forward or backward in the battery compartment.
NOTICE: Install the battery in the aircraft, but do not arm the ESC while checking
the CG. Personal injury may result.
115-150mm
back from the leading edge
at the wing root.