Horizon Hobby Hobbyzone Mini AeroScout User manual

Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni

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Safety Precautions and Warnings
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 www.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.
14+AGE RECOMMENDATION: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

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Specifications
Box Contents
Table of Contents
30.31 inch (770mm)
21.26 inch (540mm)
4.33 oz (123 g)
Motor: Brushed motor Installed
Flight Controller*: 3-in-1 flight controller
(HBZ5708) Installed
Battery: 800mAh 1S 3.7V 30C LiPo
(SPMX8001S30) Included
Battery Charger: 1S USB Li-Po Charger,
700mAh, JST (EFLC1014) Included
Transmitter*: 2.4GHz (HBZRMLP4) Included
Specifications........................................................................ 3
Preflight Checklist.................................................................. 4
Charging Warnings................................................................. 4
Charge the Flight Battery ....................................................... 4
Assemble the Aircraft............................................................. 5
Install the Transmitter Batteries.............................................. 6
Transmitter Layout................................................................. 6
Install the Flight Battery ......................................................... 7
Binding.................................................................................. 7
Arm the Aircraft ..................................................................... 8
Control Horn Locations and Surface Centering ....................... 8
Control Direction Test............................................................. 8
Transmitter Dual Rates .......................................................... 9
Transmitter Trims................................................................... 9
Flying .................................................................................... 9
Post Flight Checklist ............................................................ 10
Troubleshooting ................................................................... 10
Parts List ............................................................................. 11
Limited Warranty ................................................................. 11
Warranty and Service Contact Information ........................... 12
FCC Information................................................................... 13
IC Information...................................................................... 13
Compliance Information for the European Union................... 13
* The included 3-in-1 flight controller and transmitter are not
compatible with DSM, DSM2 or DSMX protocols.

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Find a safe and open area.
Charge the flight battery.
Assemble the aircraft.
Install the transmitter batteries.
Install the flight battery.
Perform control direction test.
Plan flight for flying field conditions.
Set a flight timer for 10 minutes.
Have fun!
Preflight Checklist
Charge the Flight Battery
Charging Warnings
The included USB charger has been designed to safely charge
the included 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 40–120° 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.
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. Insert the charger into a USB port.
2. Connect the battery to the charger lead, noting the correct
polarity.
3. Always disconnect the flight battery from the charger
immediately upon completion of charging.
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.
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) 800mAh
battery takes approximately 75-90 minutes. The light goes off
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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Assemble the Aircraft
1. Remove the battery hatch cover from the fuselage by
lifting from the rear of the hatch and rotating forward.
The hatch is held in place by a foam tab at the front and a
magnet at the back.
2. Carefully install the landing gear into the mount in the
bottom of the fuselage. Press on the wire as shown in the
illustration, taking care not to crush the fuselage foam.
The landing gear wire is fully seated when it snaps into
the mount.
3. Insert the front of the wing into the center of the fuselage.
4. Install the included thumb screw to secure the wing. Do
not over tighten the screw.

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Install the Transmitter Batteries
Transmitter Layout
1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter.
2. Install four included AA batteries (noting proper polarity).
3. Reinstall the battery cover.
LED
Power Switch
Battery Cover
Throttle Trim
(Up/Down)
Rudder Trim
(Left/Right)
Throttle Stick Elevator/Rudder Stick
Elevator Trim
(Up/Down)
Dual Rate
Button
Bind Button

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Binding
Install the Flight Battery
1. Apply the soft, loop side of the hook and loop tape to the
battery tray inside the fuselage.
2. Apply the hook side to the battery.
TIP: Do not cover the battery label information with the hook
material.
3. Install the battery in the fuselage. Move the battery forward
or backward in the fuselage to adjust the aircraft center of
gravity. The center of gravity should be 39-44mm back from
the leading edge of the wing, as shown in the illustration.
TIP: Install the 1S 800mAh battery towards the front of the
battery compartment to achieve the correct CG.
Arm the Aircraft
CAUTION: Always keep hands away from the
propeller. When armed, the motor will turn the
propeller in response to any throttle movement.
1. Ensure the transmitter throttle stick is in the lowest position.
The motor will not arm if the throttle is not set to the lowest
position when powering on the aircraft.
2. Power on the transmitter.
3. Connect a fully charged flight battery.
4. The motor will be armed when the battery is connected.
Binding is the process of programming the receiver to
recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a single
specific transmitter. The transmitter and receiver are bound at
the factory. If you need to rebind, follow the instructions below.
1. Ensure the transmitter throttle stick is in the lowest position.
2. Install and connect a fully charged flight battery to the
aircraft.
3. After approximately 5 seconds, the LED on the aircraft
flight control board will begin to flash rapidly.
4. Push and hold down the left transmitter stick.
5. Power on the transmitter. Release the left stick when the
transmitter beeps.
6. The LED on the aircraft flight control board will glow solid
when binding is complete.
CAUTION: Always keep hands away from the
propeller. When armed, the motor will turn the
propeller in response to any throttle movement.
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Control Horn Locations and Surface Centering
Control Direction Test
Test the controls prior to the first flight to ensure none of the
servos, linkages or parts were damaged during shipping and
handling and the controls function in the correct directions.
Move the rudder stick to the right. The rudder should move to
the right. This will cause the aircraft to yaw and bank to the
right in flight.
Move the rudder stick to the left. The rudder should move to
the left. This will cause the aircraft to yaw and bank to the left
in flight.
Pull the elevator stick backward. The elevator should move
up. This will cause the nose of the aircraft to pitch up in flight.
Push the elevator stick forward. The elevator should move
down. This will cause the nose of the aircraft to pitch down
in flight.
Stick Movement Control Surface Reaction
Both the elevator and rudder clevises should be in the outer
holes of the control horns, as shown in the illustrations.
Additionally, the elevator should be raised 1mm from center
when the transmitter trim is centered.
The rudder should be centered with centered trim. If either
surface is not positioned correctly, gently open the clevis and
pull the pin from the control horn. Turn the clevis in or out to
adjust the control surface position. Reconnect the clevis to the
control horn, ensuring the pin is in the proper hole.
Rudder, viewed from the top
(some detail removed for clarity)
Elevator, viewed from the left Clevis removal and adjustment
Outer hole
Outer hole
1mm

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Transmitter Dual Rates
Transmitter Trims
The included transmitter features dual rates to tailor the
sensitivity of the controls to the pilot. The low rate setting
decreases the control throws, thereby decreasing the
sensitivity. The high rate setting increases the control throws
to maximum, thereby increasing the sensitivity of the aircraft.
High rate is the default setting.
To change from high rate to low rate:
1. With the transmitter powered on, press and release the
right transmitter stick. The transmitter beeps to indicate
which rate is selected.
A long tone indicates high rate.
A short tone indicates low rate.
2. Press and release again to change back.
The included transmitter features digital trim buttons next to
the control sticks to make fine adjustments during flight.
The transmitter beeps when a trim button is pressed. The tone
changes slightly when the trim value is centered.
To quickly re-center the trims, press both the left and right
sticks at the same time.
If the aircraft drifts right or left in flight, use the opposite
direction rudder trim button correct the drift. For example, if the
aircraft drifts right in flight, press and release the left rudder
trim button until the aircraft no longer drifts.
If the aircraft climbs or dives during flight, press and release
the down or up trim buttons until the aircraft flies level.
If there is not enough digital trim available, mechanically adjust
the loops in the control linkages to center the surfaces.
Elevator down trim
Elevator up trim
Rudder left trim
Rudder right trim
Flying
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a
location to fly your aircraft.
We recommend flying your aircraft outside in no greater than
light winds or inside in a large gymnasium. Always avoid flying
near houses, trees, wires and buildings.
Avoid flying in areas where there are many people, such as
busy parks, schoolyards or soccer fields.
Set a timer for 10 minutes.
TIP: The HobbyZone Mini AeroScout can normally fly 12-15
minutes on a fully charged flight battery. This time will
vary pending on your flying style, flight conditions and the
condition of your battery.
Hand Launching
To hand launch the aircraft, hold the fuselage under the wings.
Advance to full throttle and give the aircraft a firm throw,
slightly up (5–10 degrees above the horizon), and directly into
the wind. After the model gains altitude and speed, decrease
the throttle as you desire.
Takeoff
Taxi the aircraft in position for takeoff (facing into the wind if
flying outdoors). Gradually increase the throttle to full power.
Hold a small amount of up elevator and steer with the rudder.
When the aircraft lifts off, climb gently and adjust the trim for level
flight. Once the trim is adjusted, begin exploring the flight envelope
of the aircraft. When your timer expires, prepare for landing.
Landing
Always land into the wind. Fly the landing pattern with a
slightly nose high attitude. Use throttle management to control
the descent rate of the aircraft.
During flare, keep the wings level and the aircraft pointed into
the wind. Slowly lower the throttle while easing back on the
elevator to bring the aircraft gently down on the main wheels.
NOTICE: Always fully lower the throttle at touch down when
landing the aircraft. Failure to lower the throttle stick and
trim to the lowest possible positions during a crash could
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Repairs
Crash damage is not covered under warranty.
Repair this aircraft using foam-compatible CA glue or clear
tape. Only use foam-compatible 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.
NOTICE: Use of foam-compatible CA accelerant on your
aircraft can damage paint. DO NOT handle the aircraft until
accelerant fully dries.
Post Flight Checklist
Maintenance
Disconnect the flight battery from the ESC.
Power OFF the transmitter.
Remove the flight battery from the aircraft.
Recharge the flight battery.
Repair or replace all damaged parts.
Store the flight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the
battery charge.
Make note of the flight conditions and flight plan results,
planning for future flights.
Horizontal Tail Removal/Replacement
The horizontal tail is easily removed for storage or
replacement.
To remove the horizontal tail:
1. Gently pull straight down on the tail wheel assembly as
shown. The rudder control horn should slide from the tail
wheel assembly.
2. Rotate the rudder control horn to the side.
3. Open the elevator clevis and remove it from the elevator
control horn.
4. Carefully pull the horizontal tail assembly straight back
and out of the fuselage. The tail is held in place by two
snap-fit alignment pins.
To install the tail:
1. Push the horizontal tail into the fuselage. The alignment
pins and elevator control horn should face down. Ensure
the two pins on the bottom of the horizontal tail align with
the holes in the fuselage. The tail is fully inserted when the
hole in the bottom of the rudder lines up with the hole in
the horizontal tail.
2. Attach the elevator clevis to the outer hole on the elevator
control horn.
3. Align the hole in the rudder control horn with the hole in
the horizontal tail.
4. Insert the tail wheel assembly through the rudder control
horn, the horizontal tail and into the rudder. The tail wheel is
fully inserted when the square section of the shaft is in the
rudder control horn and the shaft “clicks” into the rudder.
WARNING: Do not perform this or any other equipment maintenance with the propeller installed on the aircraft. Serious
injury or property damage could result from the motor starting inadvertently.