Protocol VERT I User manual

VERT 1
VERTICAL TAKE OFF / LANDING RC PLANE

Thank you for your purchase of Protocol’s Vert I Vertical
Take Off / Landing RC Plane. You are about to experience
the best of what remote control flight has to offer. We strongly
recommend that you take the time to read this manual
thoroughly. It contains many tips and instructions on how to
get the most out of this aircraft and maintain it for a long life.
As with any aircraft, this is a precision flying machine.Treat it
well and enjoy all the fun it has to offer, flight after flight.
THANK YOU.

01 Safety & Precautions
02 Parts
04 Remote Battery Installation
05 Plane Set Up
06 Charging the Plane
07 Start-Up Procedure
08 Flying the Plane
10 3D Stunt Mode
11 Trim Adjustment
12 Troubleshooting
13 Flying Outdoors
14 Replacement Parts & Limited Warranty
TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY WARNINGS
•Read and follow instructions on how to synchronize electronics
before each flight.
•To prevent damage to people or property, always avoid contact with
other objects while in flight.
•Inspect aircraft prior to each flight and do not fly if damaged.
•Never expose product or any of its electronic parts to moisture, water,
or heat sources.
•To prevent overheating, allow battery a cool-down period
before recharging.
•To prolong engine life, allow a cool-down period between flights.
•Use only the charger and/or charging cable that is suplied with
this item.
•Do not strike, cut, or pierce the internal battery or subject it to
hard impacts.
•Do not mix old and new batteries or mix different types of batteries.
•Never attempte to modify function of vehicle or controller or attempt
repairs using parts other then those supplied by Protocol. Spare parts
are available at www.ProtocolNY.com
HAVE FUN, BUT SAFETY FIRST!
THIS DEVICE USES COMPONETS THAT OPERATE AT HIGH SPEEDS.
AS WITH ANY SUCH DEVICE, USE CAUTION TO OPERATE SAFELY.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THESE GUIDELINES MAY RESULT IN BODILY
INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL OR PUBLIC PROPERTY.
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PARTS
PLANE
1. Propeller
2. Vertical Wing
3. Vertical Tail
4. Body
* Not pictured
- Landing Gear
- Battery Compartment
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PARTS
3
REMOTE
1. Power On/Off
2. Throttle (Mode 2);
Direction Stick (Mode 1)
3. Direction Stick (Mode 2);
Throttle (Mode 1)
4. Take Off/Land
5. Mode/Throttle Adjustment
6. Vertical, 6G, 3D Flight Switch
7. Trimmer
MODE 1 & MODE 2 ADJUSTMENT
(Optional)
The plane is preset to Mode 2.
Switching between Mode 2 and
1 is optional.
LCD SCREEN
1. Remote Battery Level
2. Mode Indicator
3. Throttle Trim
4. Forward/Backward Trim
5. Bank Left/Right Trim
6. Spin L/R Trim
7. Rudder Adjustment – press
to adjust sensitivity to either
80% or 100%.
SPARE PARTS INCLUDED
- Replacement Blades

MODE 1 & MODE 2 ADJUSTMENT (OPTIONAL)
1. The plane is preset to Mode 2. If you want to switch the functions of the left
and right joysticks, press and hold the mode button while turning on the remote.
2. The throttle stick in either mode must be tight while the direction stick in either
mode must be loose.
3. To adjust the screws, open the tabs on the back
of the remote (Fig 1).
4. Using the screwdriver, loosen or tighten
the screws. Do not loosen the screws too
much as they will fall out.
5. If you’re switching from Mode 2 to
Mode 1, loosen the left stick and
tighten the right. To switch back
to Mode 2, re-tighten the left stick
and loosen the right.
6. Place the tabs back into place.
REMOTE BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Install batteries carefully.
2. Do not mix old and new batteries.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries.
Remove battery cover from controller. Insert 6 x ‘AA’ batteries according to
indicated polarities. Replace and screw back in battery cover.
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Mode 2:
Direction
Stick
Mode 1:
Throttle
Battery
Cover
Mode 2:
Throttle
Mode 1:
Direction
Stick
FIG. 1

REMOTE BATTERY INSTALLATION PLANE SET UP
Installing Wingtips
1. Slide each wingtip onto the wing of the plane (Fig.1).
2. Loosen the screws and flip the locks (Fig. 2).
3. Re-tighten the screws.
Installing Vertical Tail
Place the vertical tail into the slots on the plane
and slide forward until it locks into place.
Installing Landing Gear
Slide the landing gear into the slot on the plane and screw into place.
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FIG. 1 FIG. 2

CHARGING THE PLANE BATTERY
1. Plug the battery into the power pack and connect the power pack to the
charging cord.
2. Plug the cord into an outlet. The red light on the pack will turn on while
charging and turn off once charged.
3. Remove the battery from the pack once charged.
Charging time: 90 minutes --- Flying time: approximately 12 minutes
CAUTION WHEN CHARGING
1. When charging, place product on a dry, well-ventilated surface and keep
away from heat sources.
2. Always use adult supervision while charging.
3. In order to increase battery longevity, avoid repeat charging and excessive
discharging.
4. As battery temperature is high immediately after flight, charge after cooling
down for higher efficiency.
5. Do not strike or subject battery to hard impacts or sharp surfaces.
6. Do not use any other charger than that which is supplied with this item.
7. Do not use or leave battery near a heat source such as fire or space heater;
exposure to heat may result in reduced performance or in some cases
dangerous conditions.
8. If battery is left in charging state for an extended period of time after being
fully charged, the battery may automatically discharge.
9. Never leave the battery unattended during charging.
10. Do not disassemble battery.
11. Do not submerge battery in water.
DO NOT CHARGE OVERNIGHT OR BEYOND THE CHARGING TIME STATED.
DO NOT LEAVE BATTERY UNATTENDED.
*Battery: Li-Po, 7.4V, 900mAh
If you purchased extra batteries, allow the engines to cool between flights
in order to prolong engine life.
*Low Battery Signal:
The plane will start
to slow down.
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START-UP PROCEDURE
NOTE:
If after 30 seconds, it has not recognized the plane, turn off the controller and
repeat Start-Up procedure.
Before flying, the plane and transmitter must be turned on in sequence
and synchronized.
1. Plug the battery into the plane to turn it on and place it on flat ground
in front of you.
2. Turn on the remote control.
3. Switch the remote to:
a. V-Mode – Vertical Flight
b. 6G-Mode – Horizontal Flight – make sure to have area cleared
to serve as a runway
c. 3D-Mode – Stunt Flight
4. Push the throttle up and then down to sync.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
After synchronizing the plane, pull the throttle and direction stick to lower
outer corners at the same time and release. The blades will rotate but the
plane will not lift.

OPERATION: FLYING THE PLANE
TAKE–OFF:
1. Make sure the throttle is in the center position. Press and hold the take off
button. The plane will hover a few feet off the ground. Then gently advance the
throttle to a desired height and release. The plane will hover at that height.*
Or
2. From Idle mode, gently advance the throttle up to a desired height and
release. The plane will hover at that height.*
LANDING:
1. Press and hold the take off button again to lower the plane to the ground.
OR
2. Push down on the throttle until the plane is on the ground.
UP
DOWN
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NOTE:
- Emergency Shut Off: When in flight, press the Take Off button
and the circle button at the same time and the plane will shut off.
* The plane may drift a bit, especially in the first 30 seconds until the altitude
sensor gets a good fix on the position. Some drift is normal.

OPERATION: FLYING THE PLANE
Pull the throttle left or right,
the plane turns to the left or right.
Push the direction lever up or down,
the plane flies forward or backward.
Pull the direction lever to the left or right,
the plane banks to the left or right.
Note: You can switch between V, 6G, and 3D mode during flight.
FIRST TIME FLYERS!!! TAKE YOUR TIME! GO SLOW!
Practice hovering until you are comfortable with flight before attempting any
other maneuvers. Make small movements letting the stick return to the center.
If you start to lose control, don’t panic. Just pull down the throttle.
LEFT ROTATION RIGHT ROTATION
FORWARD
BACKWARD
RIGHT MOVEMENTLEFT MOVEMENT
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3D STUNT MODE
3D Mode will remove the auto-stabilizers and allow the plane to perform stunts.
This is best for advanced users as it is more difficult to control the plane in this
mode.
Make sure you have plenty of space to perform the stunts and the area is clear
of people and obstacles.
In 3D Stunt Mode, you can perform loops and rolls:
Loop:
1. Fly straight and level with the throttle at its center.
2. Push the throttle to full power and hold.
3. Gently pull back all the way on the direction stick and hold.
4. When the plane is completely upside down, gently pull the throttle all the
way down while leaving the direction stick in place.
5. Next, gently push the direction stick back to its center and increase the
throttle to even out the plane.
Roll:
1. Fly straight and level with the throttle at its center.
2. Push the direction stick up and then to the left or right immediately after.
3. Return the direction to the center immediately after the plane completes
a roll.
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TRIM ADJUSTMENT
SIDEWAYS TRIM
When the plane drifts to the left or right side unintentionally, you can correct it by
pressing the trim button in the opposite direction until it evens out.
FORWARD/BACKWARD TRIM
When the plane drifts forward/backward unintentionally, you can correct it by
pressing the trim button in the opposite direction until it evens out.
RIGHT MOVEMENTLEFT MOVEMENT
FORWARD
BACKWARD
*NOTE: Trim adjustments are designed to counter drifts not caused by wind.
LEFT/RIGHT SPIN TRIM
When the plane spins left/right unintentionally, you can correct it by pressing the
trim button in the opposite direction until it evens out.
THROTTLE TRIM
You can adjust the power level of the throttle by pressing the throttle trim button
up or down.
LEFT SPIN RIGHT SPIN
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TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSESYMPTOM POTENTIAL SOLUTION
Vert I
does not
respond
1. Communication between
controller and aircraft was not
synchronized during set up
2. Battery power depleted on
aircraft, controller or both.
1. To synchronize, turn on aircraft
first, place it on level ground, and
then turn on controller.
2. Charge aircraft and/or replace
batteries in controller.
Response to
control inputs
intermittent or
erratic
1. Controller battery power
nearly depleted.
1. Replace batteries in controller.
Vert I will
not hover
or strafe
correctly
1. The aircraft was not
on level ground during
synchronization.
2. Trim settings are incorrect.
1. Re-synchronize aircraft and
controller.
2. Re-trim flight controls.
*Allow 15 minutes to pass between full flights as this will give the motors a chance
to cool down. Failure to do so could wear out and shorten the life of the motors.
HOW TO CHANGE THE BLADES
- Slide the screwdriver into the hole
on the blade cap and twist to
remove cap.
- Align the arrows on the blades to
match the diagram.
- Slide the new blades on and
screw on the blade caps.
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FRONT
CCW CW

FLYING OUTDOORS
HOW TO PREVENT FLY AWAYS
To prevent “fly-away” situations (where planes seem to fly away out of control) it
is important to first test and practice within close range before letting the plane
fly too far away.
Each plane is designed to land if the radio signal is lost. (But, this should not
be considered a landing procedure or normal flight practice.) It is important
to know and test the range of your plane before flying. We recommend turning
on and syncing the plane and walking away while testing the engines. Keep
walking and testing until it is obvious when you reach the point where the signal
is not controlling the plane. This will be the control limit for the conditions in
which you are flying. Distance does vary somewhat based on environmental
and weather conditions, so testing the limit is advised. Fly in a range that is
good for easy visual operation of the plane.
IF YOU CAN’T SEE YOUR PLANE, THEN YOU CAN’T CONTROL
YOUR PLANE.
* Fly-aways are not covered by warranty as they are overwhelmingly caused
by pilot error.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
Thank you for your purchase of Protocol’s Vert 1 Vertical Take Off/Landing RC
Drone. We know that accidents can sometimes happen and that is why we offer
spare parts kits on our website: ProtocolNY.com.
At Protocol, we’re dedicated to bringing you innovative and well-designed
products that make living fun and easy. We stand behind all of our products
and warrant this to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for 30
days from the date of purchase. The warranty does not cover transportation
damage, misuse, accident, or similar events. Specific legal rights pertaining
to this warranty may vary by state.
For service claims or questions please consult our website
www.ProtocolNY.com.
LIMITED WARRANTY
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