Horizon Hobby E-FLITE UMX Vapor Lite HP User manual

Welcome to an exciting new world of flying possibilities. Bedrooms, conference rooms, garages, basements,
break rooms, offices–all can be transformed into aerial RC playgrounds with the UMX™Vapor®Lite HP. Its
small size, negligible mass and proportional 3-channel control will let you confidently fly almost anywhere
indoors without worrying about damage to it or the furniture.
Before you start exploring your new found flying opportunities, however, you must take some time to read
this manual. It contains important information about some of the aircraft’s wind limitations, DSM2®/DSMX®
technology, battery charging and much more. You’ll also find a handy troubleshooting guide. It’s all here to
make sure your first flight, and every one after, is the best it can be.
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Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
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 attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components
or augment product in any way without the approval of 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:
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.
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Table of Contents
Charging Warnings................................................4
Charging the Battery.............................................5
Installing Transmitter Batteries..............................6
Transmitter and Receiver Binding..........................6
Installing the Flight Battery and Arming the ESC ...7
Preflight Checklist.................................................7
Digital Trims..........................................................8
Dual Rate Function ...............................................8
Transmitter Control ...............................................8
Control Direction Test............................................9
Reverse Controls.................................................10
Control Centering ...............................................10
Settings for Control Horns...................................10
Control Rates......................................................11
Adjusting Center of Gravity (CG) ..........................11
Motor Service .....................................................12
Flying Tips and Repairs.......................................13
Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings........13
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................14
Post Flight Checklist ...........................................15
Limited Warranty ................................................16
Warranty and Service Information.......................17
FCC Information..................................................18
IC Information.....................................................18
Compliance Information for the European Union....18
Replacement Parts..............................................70
Optional Parts and Accessories ...........................71
Specifications
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Motor: Vapor, Ember 2 (PKZ3316) Installed Installed
Super Lite DSMX®RX/ESC/Servos (PKZU1252) Installed Installed
Battery: 70mAh 1S 3.7V 14C Li-Po (EFLB0701S) Included Needed to
Complete
Charger: E-Flite®1S 3.7V Li-Po USB (EFLC1008) Included Needed to
Complete
E-flite® MLP4 DSM®Transmitter (EFLR1064) Included Needed to
Complete
11.5 in (292mm)
0.44 oz (12.5 g)
13.6 in (345mm)
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Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
When a Li-Po battery is discharged below 3V per
cell, it will not hold a charge. The aircraft’s ESC
protects the flight battery from over-discharge using
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Before the battery charge
decreases too much, LVC removes power supplied
to the motor. Power to the motor quickly decreases
and increases, showing that some battery power is
reserved for flight control and safe landing.
When the motor power pulses, land the aircraft
immediately and recharge the flight battery.
Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the
aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge. Fully
charge your Li-Po battery before storing it. During
storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall
below 3V per cell.
For your first flights, set your transmitter timer or a
stopwatch to 5 minutes. Adjust your timer for longer
or shorter flights once you have flown the model.
Flights of 6 minutes or more are achievable if using
proper throttle management.
NOTICE: Repeated flying to LVC will damage the
battery.
The USB battery charger (EFLC1008) included with
your aircraft 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.
• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES
UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• 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 40–120º F
(5–49° C). 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 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
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Charging the Battery
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.
CAUTION: Only use chargers specifically
designed to charge the included Li-Po
battery. Failure to do so could result in fire,
causing injury or property damage.
CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended
charge rate.
1. Insert the charger into a USB port. The charger
only uses power from the USB port, it will not
connect to your computer. USB power supplies,
such as those used to charge cellular phones,
can also be used.
2. Slide the battery into the slot on the charger and
press it into the charge jack/connector located at
the bottom of the slot. The end cap of the battery
is specifically designed to allow the battery to fit
into the slot one way (usually with the label on
the battery facing outward) to prevent reverse
polarity connection. However, check for proper
alignment and polarity.
3. Always disconnect the flight battery from
the charger immediately upon completion of
charging.
4. Remove the charger from the power supply.
LED Indications
When you make the connection successfully, the
LED on the charger turns solid red, indicating
charging has begun. Charging a fully discharged
(not over-discharged) 70mAh battery takes
approximately 30–40 minutes. The light goes out
when the charge is complete.
CHARGING (Solid Red)
MAX CHARGE (OFF)
CAUTION: Once charging is complete,
immediately remove the battery. Never
leave a battery connected to the charger.
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Binding is the process of programming the receiver of the control unit to recognize the GUID (Globally
Unique Identifier) code of a single specific transmitter. You need to ‘bind’ your chosen Spektrum™DSM®
technology equipped aircraft transmitter to the receiver for proper operation.
For a list of compatible DSM2®/DSMX®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.
Installing Transmitter Batteries
Transmitter and Receiver Binding
Binding Procedure Reference Table
1. Refer to your transmitter’s unique instructions for binding to a receiver.
2. Make sure the flight battery is disconnected from the aircraft.
3. Ensure the transmitter is powered OFF
4. Connect the flight battery to the aircraft. The receiver LED will begin to
flash (typically after 5 seconds).
5. Put your transmitter into bind mode. If you are using the transmitter that
is supplied with the RTF version, push the left control stick vertically into
the case (until it clicks) while powering ON the transmitter.
6. Make sure the transmitter controls are at neutral and the throttle is in
the low position.
7. After 5 to 10 seconds, the receiver status LED will become solid, indicating
that the receiver is bound to the transmitter. If the LED does not turn solid,
refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at the end of the manual.
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For subsequent flights, power on the transmitter for 5 seconds before connecting the flight battery.
Your MLP4 4-channel DSM2®/DSMX®RTF transmitter
comes pre-bound to the aircraft.
Remove the cover, install four of the included
batteries (noting proper polarity) and reinstall the
cover.
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CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries,
charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging
nonrechargeable batteries may cause the batteries
to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or
damage to property.

Preflight Checklist
Installing the Flight Battery and Arming the ESC
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1. Charge the flight battery.
2. Turn on the transmitter.
3. Install the flight battery in the aircraft
(once it has been fully charged).
4. Make sure the linkages move freely.
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5. Perform the Control Direction Test with
the transmitter.
6. Adjust the center of gravity.
7. Find a safe and open area.
8. Plan flight appropriate for flying location.
Arming the ESC also occurs after binding
as previously described, but subsequent
connection of a flight battery requires the
following steps.
CAUTION: Always keep hands
away from propeller. When armed,
the motor will turn the propeller in
response to any throttle movement.
CAUTION: Always disconnect the
Li-Po 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.
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Lower throttle and
throttle trim to
lowest settings.
Power ON the
Transmitter,
then wait 5
seconds
Secure the battery
to the hook and
loop strip on the
battery holder.
Connect the
battery to the
ESC, noting proper
polarity.
Continuous LED
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Transmitter Control
Digital Trims
The E-Flite®4-channel DSM2®/DSMX®transmitter features digital trim buttons on all controls to make fine
adjustments. The digital trims are used to fine-tune the model’s flight path when in flight.
Before the first flight, center the control surfaces mechanically (see Control Centering).
When pressed down, trim buttons make a sound that increases or decreases in pitch at each pressing. The
middle or neutral trim position is heard as a middle tone in the pitch range of the sounds. The end of the
control range is sounded by a series of beeps.
Dual Rate Function
This transmitter’s dual rate feature lets you change between high and low control rates for the elevator and
rudder.
• When powered ON, this transmitter is automatically set to high-rate mode.
• Change rate modes by pushing the right-hand control stick vertically into the case (until it clicks) while
the transmitter is powered on.
• High-rate mode is shown by the transmitter’s LED glowing solid red. In high-rate mode, the controls can
reach their maximum values. This mode is typically preferred by experienced pilots for maximum control
authority.
• Low-rate mode is shown by the transmitter’s LED blinking continuously. In low-rate mode, the controls
are reduced to approximately 70% of their maximum values. This mode is typically preferred by (and best
for) beginner pilots or others interested in smoother and more easily controlled flight.
Mode 2
Throttle Elevator/Rudder
Rudder Trim
Throttle Trim Elevator Trim
Mode 1
Elevator Throttle/Rudder
Rudder Trim
Elevator Trim Throttle Trim
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Bind your aircraft and transmitter before doing these tests. Move the controls on the transmitter to make
sure aircraft control surfaces move correctly. Always keep throttle at the low position during testing.
Control Direction Test
Down Elevator
Right Rudder
Left Rudder
Up Elevator
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Before first flights, or in the event of an accident,
make sure the flight control surfaces are centered.
Adjust the linkages mechanically if the control
surfaces are not centered.
Use of the transmitter trims may not correctly center
the aircraft control surfaces due to the mechanical
limits of linear servos.
1. Make sure the control surfaces are neutral when
the transmitter controls and trims are centered.
The transmitter sub-trim must be set to zero.
2. When needed, use a pair of pliers to carefully
bend the metal of the linkage (see illustration).
3. Make the U-shape narrower to make the
connector shorter. Make the U-shape wider to
make the linkage longer.
NOTICE: When using a programmable transmitter,
do not use Sub-Trim to adjust the center position
of the servo.
NOTICE: Never set Travel Adjust above 100%.
Ultra Micro servos are unique in that they are
calibrated to reach maximum travel at 100%
travel adjust. Increasing the value above 100%
will NOT result in more travel, but can cause the
servo to lock and will result in a crash.
The illustration shows factory settings for linkages
on the control horns. After flying, if you want to
modify control throw, carefully adjust the linkage
positions for desired control response.
Elevator Rudder
The transmitter included with the aircraft is the
same transmitter included in other E-Flite®and
ParkZone®Ultra Micro RTF models.
1. Ensure the battery is disconnected from the
aircraft and the transmitter is turned OFF.
2. Press and hold the digital trim button for the
surface you would like to reverse.
3. While holding the digital trim button, turn the
transmitter ON.
4. Hold the digital trim buttons down for
approximately 5 seconds until you hear a tone
confirming the selection.
5. Connect the flight battery and complete the
flight control test. Confirm all surfaces operate
in the correct direction.
Reverse Controls
Control Centering
Settings for Control Horns
A
B
C
D
Rudder Reversed
Rudder Normal
Elevator Reversed
Elevator Normal
C
DB
A
NOTICE: The Vapor®Lite HP RTF should not require any servo reversing. Should the Vapor®Lite HP
electronic components be used in another aircraft, you may find it necessary to reverse the operation of
the flight control surfaces.
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