PARKZONE Ember 2 User manual

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RTF
Instruction Manual
Transmitter: PKZ 4-channel with Spektrum 2.4GHz
DSM2 technology
Battery: 3.7V 70mAh Li-Po
Wingspan: 16.5 in (420mm)
Length: 13.25 in (335mm)
Flying Weight: 0.7 oz (20 g)
MICRO FLYERS, MAXIMUM FUN.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the ParkZone®Ember 2 RTF
airplane. ParkZone’s Etomic™family of innovative ultra-micro yers
makes micro ight a reality for everyone. Proportional, multi-channel,
2.4GHz Spektrum™DSM2™radio technology provides precise control for
amazing, ready-to-y indoor fun. Your Ember 2 comes pre-assembled
with everything needed to get you in the air—all in one box. You only
need to charge the ight battery prior to your rst ight. In as little as 30
minutes, you can be ready to y.
This means you can spend your time rening your ying instead of your
building skills. Your ParkZone Ember 2 will allow you to perform many
aerobatic maneuvers, all in an area the size of half a basketball court.
We at ParkZone are committed to giving you the most enjoyable ight
experience possible. In order to have a safe and successful ight, we ask
that you do not y until you have read these instructions thoroughly. To
learn more about DSM2 radio technology, and how to get the most of
your Ember 2 transmitter, please visit www.bindnfly.com
Your Ember 2 features the latest in ultra sub-micro technology,
including a 2.4GHz Spektrum DSM2 fully proportional 3–channel radio
system with full control of throttle, rudder and elevator. Your Ember 2
also comes complete with the latest in lightweight electronic speed
control technology, two linear servos, a 3.7V 70mAh Li-Po ight battery
and a convenient charger.
Ember™2 RTF
Introduction

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Warning
Though your ParkZone Ember 2 comes ready to y, this aircraft is for
experienced RC pilots only and is not a toy. It can cause serious bodily
harm and damage to property.
FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the
European Union
This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead,
it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment
by handing it over to a designated collections point for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The
separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of
disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city ofce, your
household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.
This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which
has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable
regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400 GHz to 2.4835 GHz
frequency range.
The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize
the noted certications for this product as authorized for sale and use:
Austria Belgium Canada
Denmark France Finland
Germany Italy Netherlands
Spain Sweden UK
USA

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It is important that you only charge the included 3.7V 70mAh
Li-Po battery (PKZ3001) with the included 1S 3.7V DC Li-Po Charger
(PKZ3240). Attempting to charge the battery using another Li-Po charger
or non-Li-Po compatible charger could result in serious damage. Please
familiarize yourself thoroughly with the Battery Warnings and Guidelines
section before continuing.
To charge your ParkZone 3.7V 70mAh battery:
1. Install four of the included AA batteries in the charger base, noting
proper polarity.
2. Slide the battery into the charge slot on the charger.
3. Gently press the battery into the charging jack in the bottom of the
slot. The LED light on the base will turn solid red.
4. A nearly depleted battery will charge in approximately 20 minutes.
5. As the battery nears fully charged, the LED will begin to blink.
When fully charged, the LED will blink once every 20 seconds.
6. You can expect to be able to charge the ight battery about 15–20
times before it will become necessary to replace the four AA
batteries. Replacing with alkaline batteries will provide more
charge cycles.
Note: The Li-Po battery included with your Ember 2 will arrive
partially charged. For this reason the initial charge may only take
10–15 minutes.
Step 1 – Charging the Aircraft Battery

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Installing the Transmitter Batteries
Your ParkZone Ember 2 aircraft comes with a fully proportional 4+
channel radio system that includes digital trims.
1. Insert the 4 AA batteries that are included with the package into
the transmitter.
2. Turn the switch on to ensure the batteries have been installed
correctly. When the batteries are installed correctly, the LED on the
transmitter should glow brightly. When the transmitter makes a
repeated “beep” sound, it is time to replace the transmitter
batteries.
Installing the Landing Gear
Attach the main landing gear by sliding the gear into the lower slot
located on the front wing mount.
Step 2 – Functional Tests

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Installing the Flight Battery
Once the Li-Po battery has been fully charged, it’s ready to be installed in
the Ember 2.
Install the battery in the Ember 2 by pressing it to the battery tray with
the label facing downward and the connector oriented toward the back
of the airplane.
Note: Be sure to press the battery against the battery tray so the
battery is secured by the hook and loop material.

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Transmitter Control Identification
Note: Each time before you fly you should ALWAYS turn the
transmitter on before connecting the flight battery to the ESC unit.
After each flight, be sure that you always disconnect the flight battery
from the ESC unit before powering the transmitter off.
Mode 2
Mode 1
Rudder/Throttle
Functions
Rudder/Elevator
Functions
Throtlle Trim Buttons
Elevator Trim Buttons
Elevator Trim Buttons
Throttle Trim Buttons
Aileron Trim Buttons
Aileron Trim Buttons
Aileron/Elevator
Functions
Aileron/Throttle
Functions
Rudder Trim Buttons
Rudder Trim Buttons

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Flight Control Test
Warning: Keep everything clear of the propeller before starting the
control test in the event that you accidentally turn on the motor.
1. Be certain that the throttle stick is down in the “Off” position.
2. Turn the transmitter on rst and lower the throttle stick completely.
Then, plug the battery into the battery lead of the ESC unit.
Note: The connectors on the battery and battery lead are keyed
to prevent reverse polarity connection. However, if you force them
together in the wrong orientation and with the wrong polarity it is still
possible to damage the battery and/or ESC unit.
3. Move the aileron stick left and right to check yaw control. The
rudder should move to the left when the stick is pushed left and
the rudder should move to the right when the stick is pushed right
when viewing the Ember 2 from the back.
Note: For most aircraft, the aileron stick is used for primary turning
control. For the Ember 2, the rudder provides turning control and is
therefore commanded by the aileron stick.
4. Move the elevator stick on the transmitter forward and aft to
check elevator pitch control. When the stick is pushed forward,
the elevator should move down when viewing the Ember 2 from
the back.
Shown with aileron stick pushed to the left. Shown with aileron stick pushed to the right.

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5. With the elevator stick pulled back, the elevator should move
upward.
If at any time during the test the controls respond in the opposite
direction, it may be necessary to reverse/change the direction of
operation of the ight controls. Please see the section labeled
Reversing Flight Controls located in the back of this manual.
Note: It is very important to make sure that the control surfaces
(rudder and elevator) are at 0 degrees, or neutral, when the surface
control sticks are centered.