PARKZONE Sukhoi SU-29MM User manual

Sukhoi SU-29MM
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.
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Transmitter and Receiver Binding.................................................................... 4
Battery Installation and ESC Arming................................................................ 4
Landing Gear Installation ................................................................................ 5
Wing Installation ............................................................................................. 5
Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings.............................................................. 6
Horizontal Tail Installation ............................................................................... 6
Control Surface Centering............................................................................... 7
Trimming........................................................................................................ 7
Transmitter Setup ........................................................................................... 7
Dual Rates and Expos ..................................................................................... 7
SAFE™Technology Flight Modes ..................................................................... 8
Center of Gravity (CG) ..................................................................................... 9
Control Direction Test...................................................................................... 9
AS3X Control Direction Test........................................................................... 10
Flying Tips .................................................................................................... 11
Guidlines for Flying 3D.................................................................................. 12
Motor Service ............................................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting Guide SAFE ......................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................. 14
Limited Warranty .......................................................................................... 15
Warranty and Service Contact Information .................................................... 15
Compliance Information for the European Union............................................ 16
Replacement Parts........................................................................................ 62
Optional Parts............................................................................................... 63
Table of Contents
Weight:
40.6 oz (1150 g) with battery
44.0 inches (1120mm)
42.3 inches (1074mm)
Quick Start Reference
CG 82mm
3.23 inches back from the leading edge
of the wing at the root.
Flight Timer
Stetting
First Flight
5 Min. 7 Min.
Trimming Only trim this aircraft in AS3X®Precision
Flight Mode.
9Preflight Checklist
1. Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
2. Remove and inspect the contents.
3. Charge the flight battery.
4. Fully assemble the model.
5. Install the flight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged).
6. Bind the aircraft to your transmitter.
7. Make sure the linkages move freely.
8. Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.
9. Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft.
10. Adjust the flight controls and transmitter.
11. Perform a radio system Range Check.
12. Find a safe and open area.
13. Plan flight for flying field conditions.
9Post Flight Checklist
1. Disconnect the flight battery from the ESC (Required for Safety
and battery life).
2. Power OFF the transmitter.
3. Remove the flight battery from the aircraft.
4. Recharge the flight battery.
5. Repair or replace all damaged parts.
6. Store the flight battery apart from the aircraft and monitor the
battery charge.
7. Make note of the flight conditions and flight plan results, planning for
future flight.
Box Contents
Specifications
BNF Basic
Motor
10-size BL10 brushless outrunner, 1250Kv (EFLM7225)
4 Servos (EFLR7155)
ESC
40-Amp Switch-Mode BEC Brushless ESC (EFLA1040LB)
Receiver
Spektrum AR636 6-Channel Sport Receiver
Recommended Battery
11.1V 3S 2200mAh 30C Li-Po (EFLB22003S30)
Recommended Battery Charger
2- to 3-Cell DC Li-Po Balancing Charger (PKZ1040)
Recommended Transmitter
Full-Range 4-Channel (or more) 2.4GHz with
Spektrum™DSM2®/DSMX®technology. (DX6 or DX6I minimum)
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Battery Selection
• We recommend the E-flite®2200mAh 11.1V 3S 30C Li-Po (EFLB22003S30).
• If using another battery, the battery must be at least a
2200mAh 25C battery.
• Your battery should be approximately the same capacity, dimensions and
weight as the E-flite Li-Po battery to fit in the fuselage without changing the
center of gravity a large amount.
1. Lower the throttle and throttle trim to the lowest settings. Power on the
Transmitter, then wait 5 seconds.
2. Push the button (A) into the fuselage and remove the battery hatch.
3. Install the fully charged battery (B) all the way to the front of the battery
compartment. See the Adjusting the Center of Gravity instructions for more
information.
4. Make sure the flight battery is secured using the hook and loop strap (C).
5. Connect the battery to the ESC.
6. Power on the ESC Switch (D). Keep the aircraft immobile and away from
wind for 5 seconds or the system will not initialize.
• The ESC will sound a series of tones (refer to step 5 of the binding
instructions for more information).
• An LED will light on the receiver.
If the ESC sounds a continuous double beep after the flight battery is con-
nected, recharge or replace the battery.
7. After the SAFE™system initializes, the control surfaces will move back and
forth, then come to neutral to indicate the SAFE system has initialized and
is ready to operate.
8. Reinstall the battery hatch. Push the rear of the battery hatch securely to
ensure the latch is fully engaged.
Battery Installation and ESC Arming
B
C
IMPORTANT: The included AR636 receiver has been programmed for operation
in only this aircraft.
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.
Failsafe
If the receiver loses transmitter communication, the failsafe will activate. When
activated, the airplane controls return to the neutral position established during
step 3 of the binding procedure.
9Binding Procedure Reference Table
1. Refer to your transmitter instructions for binding to a receiver.
2. Ensure the transmitter is powered off.
3. Make sure the transmitter controls are at neutral, the throttle is in
the low position and the aircraft is immobile. *
4. Install a bind plug in the receiver bind port.
5. Connect the flight battery in the aircraft, then power on the ESC
switch. The ESC will produce a series of sounds. One long tone,
then three short tones confirm that the LVC is set for the ESC.
6. The receiver LED will begin to flash rapidly.
7. Power on the transmitter while holding the transmitter bind button
or switch.
8. When the receiver binds to the transmitter, the light on the receiver
will turn solid and the ESC will produce a series of three ascending
tones. The tones indicate the ESC is armed, provided the throttle
stick and throttle trim are low enough to trigger arming.
9. Remove the bind plug from the bind port.
10. Safely store the bind plug.
11. The receiver should retain the binding instructions received from
the transmitter until another binding is done.
* The throttle will not arm if the transmitter’s throttle control is not put at the
lowest position. If you encounter problems, follow the binding instructions
and refer to the transmitter troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If
needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.
Transmitter and Receiver Binding
Bind Plug Installation
D
A
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Landing Gear Installation
A
B
Wing Installation
1. Slide the wing tube (A) into the fuselage.
CAUTION: DO NOT crush or otherwise damage the wiring when
attaching the wing to the fuselage.
2. Install the left and right wing (B and C) over the wing tube and into the
wing slot of the fuselage while inserting the aileron servo connectors
through the provided holes.
3. Invert the fuselage so the landing gear is facing up. Secure the left and
right wings to the fuselage using the included screws (D).
4. Remove the canopy (E) from the fuselage.
Tip: If needed, use hemostats or pliers to pull the servo connectors into
the fuselage.
5. Connect the aileron servos from the wings to the Y-harness connectors in
the fuselage. The left and right aileron servos can be connected to either
side of the Y-harness.
6. Replace the canopy.
Disassemble in reverse order.
IMPORTANT: Correct operation of the AS3X system requires connection of
both ailerons to the included Y-harness and the AILE channel of the receiver.
1. Install the landing gear strut (A) as shown.
2. Install the U-cover (B) on the fuselage.
3. Install the fairings (C) on the strut.
4. Secure the landing gear assembly by using 4 screws (D).
Tip: Carefully support the aircraft while installing or removing screws.
Disassemble in reverse order.
C
A
B
C
2 X 10mm (4)
D
3 X 22mm (2)
D
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B
A
C
1. Slide the horizontal tail tube (A) into the hole in the rear of the fuselage.
2. Install the left and right horizontal tails (B) onto the fuselage as shown.
Ensure the control horn faces down.
3. Apply 4 pieces of tape (C) to the fuselage mounts (one on the top and
bottom of each half of the horizontal tail).
4. Attach the linkage (D) to the outermost hole in the elevator servo arm using
the link keeper (E).
5. Attach the ball link (F) to the elevator control horn using the included
nut (G) and screw (H).
6. Ensure the elevator servo arm is in the correct position, then adjust the
linkage to center the elevator.
When needed, disassemble in reverse order.
Horizontal Tail Installation
Factory Settings
Elevator
Rudder
Ailerons
Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings
Fly the aircraft at these factory settings. After your first flights, if you desire a
less responsive feel, only adjust the rates for aileron, elevator and rudder using
the dual rate function of your computerized transmitter.
D
E
F
HG
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Transmitter Setup
IMPORTANT: The included AR636 receiver has been programmed for opera-
tion in only this aircraft.
A DSM2/DSMX four-channel (or better) transmitter with dual rates is required
for flying this aircraft. The Spektrum™DX6i, DX6, DX7s, DX8, DX9, DX10t,
DX18 and JR®X9503, 11X or 12X transmitters may be used.
A DSM2/DSMX computerized transmitter with adjustable dual rates and expo
is recommended for the best flight performance of this aircraft.
9Transmitter Setup Checklist
Before binding your Computerized Transmitter (DX6i, DX6, DX7/DX7se,
DX7s, DX8, DX9, DX10t, DX18):
1. Choose a blank model memory with only default (zero) settings
(including trim and sub-trim).
After binding:
1. Check and adjust the servos so each arm’s neutral position is
perpendicular or as close to 90° as possible (loosen and adjust the
servo arm splines on the servo only when needed). DO NOT use
sub-trims to make fine adjustments, off-center sub-trim will affect
servo travel and AS3X operation.
2. Adjust linkage lengths so the control surfaces center when the
servo arm is close to perpendicular.
3. Set rates in the transmitter as recommended.
CAUTION: For safe operation, always re-bind the airplane after setup
is complete to ensure the failsafe is updated with the latest setup.
Control Surface Centering
IMPORTANT: Perform the Control Direction Test before performing control
surface centering.
Control Surface Centering and Adjusting a Linkage
While AS3X®technology is inactive (before advancing the throttle), mechani-
cally center the control surfaces.
After binding a transmitter to the airplane’s receiver, set the trims and sub-
trims to 0, ensure the servo arms are in the correct positions, then adjust the
linkages to center the control surfaces.
Tip: Use needle-nose pliers or ball link pliers (RVO1005) to remove or install a
link on a control horn.
• Turn the linkage clock-
wise or counterclockwise
until the control surface is
centered.
• Attach the linkage to the
servo arm or control horn
after adjustment.
Trimming
IMPORTANT: Only trim this aircraft in AS3X Precision Flight Mode.
After adjusting transmitter trim in the air or on the ground, do not touch the
control sticks for 2 seconds. This allows the receiver to learn the correct
settings to optimize AS3X performance.
Failure to do so could affect flight performance.
Transmitters DX6i and Above
Servo travel ......................................................................................100%
Always leave servo travel at 100%. Although the flight modes are factory set,
it is strongly recomended that dual rates and expo are also used to further
reduce control sensitivity for first flights.
If you are a less experienced pilot we strongly recommend adjusting rates and
expo to these settings.
Take first flights in low rate.
Dual Rates and Expos
High Rate Expo Low Rate Expo
Aileron 100% 0% 50% 15%
Elevator 100% 0% 100% 20%
Rudder 100% 0% 40% 15%
2 Seconds
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SAFE™Technology Flight Modes
The included AR636 receiver has been programmed for operation in only this
aircraft, providing the following selectable flight modes. The programming in
this receiver cannot be changed by the user.
Stagility™Mode: Switch position 0
This mode delivers agile response, with the important addition of automatic
recovery from any attitude. Release BOTH sticks and the aircraft returns to
upright, flight. Releasing only one stick will not provide automatic recovery. Use
this mode for slow flying and 3D maneuvers such as Harrier Rolls. Flying at
high speed in this mode will cause oscillation.
AS3X 3D Mode: Switch position 1
This mode uses high rates and high gains to deliver extreme maneuverability
with maximum stability at low airspeeds. Use this mode for slow flying and 3D
maneuvers such as Hovers and Harriers. Flying at high speed in this mode will
cause oscillation.
AS3X Precision Mode: Switch position 2
This mode uses low rates and low gains to deliver precise response at high
airspeeds. Use this mode to trim the aircraft and fly fast precision maneuvers.
Transmitter Gear/
Ch 5 Aux 1 Flight Mode/ Panic Switch SAFE Flight Modes Supported
Panic Recovery
Switch
SAFE Flight Mode
Switch
Throttle, Aileron, Elevator and Rudder are in Normal position.
DX6i RN*(Flap System) Norm 100 Land 100 2 pos / 3-pos Flaps GEAR / F MODE
DX6 NR*(Channel Input Config) Gear is B, Aux1 is switch i 3 pos Bind / i B
DX7 NN
*(Flap System) Norm 100 Mid 100 Land 100
(3 pos Aux1 switch–0 & 1 are normal 2 is panic 2 pos Flaps GEAR
DX7s NR*(Switch Select) Gear to INH, FM to INH, Flap to Gear, Trainer to Aux1 3 pos Trainer Flaps
DX8 NR*(Switch Select) Gear to INH, FM to Gear, Flap to INH, Trainer to Aux 1 3 pos Trainer F MODE
DX9 NR*(Channel Input Config) Gear is B, Aux1 is switch i 3 pos Bind / i B
DX10t NR*(Channel Input Config) Gear is A, Aux1 is R stick 3 pos R-Stick A
DX18 NR*(Channel Input Config) Gear is B, Aux1 is switch i 3 pos Bind / i B
N = Normal R = Reverse
SAFE™Transmitter Setup
If using any DSM2/DSMX transmitter, the radio will have to be configured
correctly for the SAFE system to work properly.
• SAFE Flight mode is selected using Channel 5 signal (high, middle, low)
• Panic mode is selected with Channel 6 signal (high, low)
*Refer to your transmitter’s manual for more information about transmitter
setup.
IMPORTANT: A transmitter with a 2-position channel 5 switch will only allow
the use of position 0 or position 2 flight modes.
DX6i 3 flight modes setup
DX6i
1. Go to the SETUP LIST MENU
2. Set MODELTYPE: ACRO
3. Set REVERSE: Gear Channel
4. Go to ADJUST LIST MENU
5. Set TRAVEL ADJ: Gear/Fmode (0)100%; Gear/Fmode (1)40%
6. Set FLAPS: Norm 100; LAND 100
7. Set MIX 1: ACT; Gear Gear ACT, RATE D 0%; U + 100%, SW MIX, TRIM INH
Resulting in: The Gear and Mix switches operate the 3 SAFE modes
Gear 0; Mix 0 = Stagility™ Mode
Gear 1; Mix 0 = AS3X 3D Mode
Gear 1; Mix 1 = AS3X Precision Mode
The Flap switch operates Panic Recovery:
Position 0=Off, Position 1=On. (not a momentary switch)
Panic Recovery Mode
• If you feel you have lost control in
any mode, hold the Panic Recovery
button and reduce throttle. The SAFE
technology will return the aircraft
to upright flight.
• Always fly at a safe altitude, as
Panic Recovery may cause the
aircraft to lose some altitude when
leveling the wings.
• Release the Panic Recovery button
to turn off Panic mode and return to
the current SAFE flight mode with
full stick control again.
IMPORTANT: If the aircraft is upside
down when the Panic Recovery button
is pressed, sufficient altitude is re-
quired for the aircraft to return to
upright flight.
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The CG location is 82mm back from the leading edge of the wing at the root.
For first flights, install the recommended flight battery all the way forward.
Secure the battery with the strap as shown.
Aircraft CG and weight is based on an E-flite 11.1V 2200mAh 30C battery
(EFLB22003S30) installed.
Center of Gravity (CG)
82mm
3.23 inches back
from the leading
edge of the wing
at the root.
Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control
surfaces move in the proper direction.
Control Direction Test
Transmitter
Command Aircraft Reaction
Elevator
Up Elevator
Command
Down
Elevator
Command
Aileron
Stick Right
Stick Left
Rudder
Stick Right
Stick Left
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AS3X Control Direction Test
Perform the Control Direction Test to ensure the aircraft responds cor-
rectly to your transmitter. Once you are sure the aircraft responds cor-
rectly, move the aircraft as shown to ensure the AS3X system moves
the control surfaces in their proper direction. If the control surfaces
do not respond as shown, do not fly the aircraft. Refer to the receiver
manual for more information.
The AS3X system will not activate until the throttle stick or trim is in-
creased for the first time after the flight battery is connected and the
ESC switch is in the ON position. Once the AS3X is active, the control
surfaces may move rapidly on the aircraft. This is normal. AS3X will
remain active until the battery is disconnected or the ESC switch is in
the OFF position.
Aircraft
movement AS3X Reaction
ElevatorAileronRudder
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