Rise RXS255 User manual

© 2016 RISE, a Hobbico company. RISE0255
WARNING
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION
6 Channel Transmitter and Receiver
4S 1300 –2200 mAh LiPo Battery
LiPo Battery Charger
5.8G FPV Receiver and Monitor or Goggles
RXS255
Please read and understand this manual, the operation and all safety aspects
required for the safe operation of the product. Before use, if you feel that this
product is not for you, please return it to the place of purchase.
Manual Specications and Description Changes
The instruction manual, warranties, and other associated documentation are
subject to change without notice. Hobbico assumes no responsibility for
inadvertent errors to this manual.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the RXS255. We want the time you spend with your
new R/C quadcopter to be fun and successful, so please read the entire manual
before beginning setup. If for any reason you think this R/C model is not for you,
return it to the dealer immediately. Your dealer cannot accept returns on any model
after final assembly.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections for the RXS255, please visit
the RISE web site at www.explore-rise.com. If there is any new technical information,
changes or important updates to this model, a “tech notice” box will appear on
the page. Click the “tech notice” box to learn more.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Failure to follow these safety precautions
may result in injury to yourself and others.
●Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away from the rotating plane
of the blades whenever the battery is connected. Keep loose clothing, shirt
sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such as pencils or screwdrivers
that may fall out of shirt or jacket pockets away from the rotors. The spinning
blades of a model quadcopter can cause serious injury. When choosing a
flying site for your RXS255, stay clear of buildings, trees and power lines. AVOID
flying in or near crowded areas. DO NOT fly close to people or pets. Maintain
a safe distance from the quadcopter.
●Your RXS255 should not be considered a toy. Because of its performance
capabilities, the RXS255, if not operated correctly, could cause injury to you
or spectators and damage to property.
●DO NOT alter or modify the model. Doing so may result in an unsafe or unflyable
model.
●When and if repairs are necessary you must correctly install all components so
that the model operates properly. Please check the operation of the model
before every flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the model
has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check connectors and propellers
before each flight. Replace them if they show any signs of wear or fatigue.
KNOW BEFORE YOU FLY
As a new owner of an unmanned aircraft system (UAS), you are responsible for
the operation of this vehicle and the safety of those around you. Please contact
your local authorities to find out the latest rules and regulations.
knowbeforeyouy.org faa.gov/uas

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AMA
We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) and a local R/C
club. The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and membership is
required to fly at AMA clubs. Though joining the AMA provides many benefits,
one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection. Coverage is not limited
to flying at contests or on the club field. It even applies to flying at public
demonstrations and air shows. Failure to comply with the Safety Code may
endanger insurance coverage. Additionally, training programs and instructors are
available at AMA club sites to help you get started the right way. There are over
2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the AMA at the address
or toll-free phone number that follows.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
Tele. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Or via the Internet at: www.modelaircraft.org
IMPORTANT: Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the radio
controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid flying near full-scale aircraft and avoid
flying near or over groups of people.
BATTERY WARNINGS
●ALWAYS unplug your battery from either the charger or quadcopter after use.
NEVER store your quadcopter with the battery plugged into the quadcopter.
●DO NOT attempt to charge your battery if it becomes swollen or hot.
●The RXS255 does not have a voltage cutoff/failsafe. When the alarm sounds,
land the quad and disconnect the battery.
●It is best to store your batteries in a cool, dry location at 1/2 charge (15.2V).
Storing a fully discharged battery may cause irreversible damage to the battery.
●NEVER disassemble, puncture or modify the battery pack in any way.
●NEVER allow the battery temperature to exceed 150° F [65° C].
●If your battery begins to swell or “puff” during charge or discharge or becomes
damaged in any way, stop using it.
WARRANTY
RISE™ guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship
at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts
damaged by use or modification. In no case shall RISE’s liability exceed the original
cost of the purchased kit. Further, RISE reserves the right to change or modify this
warranty without notice. In that RISE has no control over the final assembly or

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material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for
any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product.
By the act of using the user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting
liability. If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use
of this product, the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.
To make a warranty claim, send the defective part or item to Hobby Services at
this address.
Hobby Services 217-398 -8970 ext#6
3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1 [e-mail]
Champaign, IL 61822 USA
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as much contact
information as possible (daytime telephone number, fax number, e-mail address),
a detailed description of the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt.
Upon receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
FEATURES
●Advanced Level 250 Class Racing Quad
●Carbon Fiber Frame
●Oneshot125 Speed Controls
●2300kV 2204 Size Brushless Motors
●Receiver Ready, No Building Required
●Flight Controller is Pre-Programmed, No Setup Needed
●1000TVL FPV Camera
●200MW VTX
DIMENSIONS
Size: 257mm (10.1in) diagonally motor to motor
Width: 235mm (9.25in)
Length: 218mm (8.6in)
Prop: 5 x 4.5
Blade Length: 127mm (5in)
Empty Weight: 460g (16.2oz.) without battery
*
N
ot Included
FPV Antenna Receiver*
2.4 GHz Antenna
Battery*
FPV Camera
CONTENTS
●RXR RISE RXS255
●Pads for the battery
●Propeller Set

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SETUP
The RXS255 is completely assembled. All the bolts have been set to the proper
torque and have thread locking compound applied to keep them secure.
RADIO SYSTEM
Your transmitter should have a switch for channel 5. The model setup below is
typical for most transmitters.
CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS
MODEL TYPE: Airplane
Channel
Aileron
Elevator
Throttle
Rudder
Gear
Direction
normal
normal
normal
normal
normal
Dual Rates
80/100
80/100
80/100
Expo
- 30/0
- 30/0
- 30/0
End Points
100/100
100/100
100/100
100/100
100/100
SWITCH ASSIGNMENTS - Ch 5
Gear
Gear
Gear
- 100%
0%
100%
Stability
FPV
Acro
RECEIVER INSTALLATION
The RXS255 comes with an
adapter that converts PWM
(one wire for each channel)
and S.Bus signals so they can
be used by the flight controller.
The wires from a PWM receiver
should connected to channels
1-6 on the adapter. The PPM
cable from the flight controller
should be plugged into
channel 9.
If an S.Bus receiver is being installed, the cable from the receiver should be plugged
into the adapter’s Channel 9 port. The PPM cable goes to Channel 10.
Before installing the receiver,
remove the front body section
so the battery hatch can be
completely opened. There is a
hidden third screw that secures
the front body section to the
frame. Use a 2mm driver to
loosen the hidden screw.
When the part comes loose,
stop turning the hidden screw.
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If your receiver has antenna
wires that need to be
routed to the antenna
mounts, remove the frame’s
bottom plate.
Place the receiver as far
forward as possible on the
battery tray. Route the
antenna wires down through
the holes on the side or in
the front of the frame and
over to the antenna mounts.
FLIGHT CONTROLLER SETUP
Download the LibrePilot
Ground Control Station app
(GCS) from http://www.
librepilot.org/ from the
software downloads section.
Warning: Always remove the
props before connecting the
flight controller to the GCS.
To set up the CC3D flight
controller to use your
transmitter, you will need
a mini-USB cable to
connect the cc3d controller
to the GCS app, a charged
flight battery, and the
transmitter must be set up
with the new model and
linked to the receiver.
Open the GCS app and
connect the RXS255 with
your mini-USB cable. When
the communication window
shows that the flight
controller is connected to
the GCS app, click on the
configuration button.

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Download the latest settings file for the RXS255 from http://www.explore-rise.com
Open the File menu in LibrePilot and
click on “Import UAV settings” to load
the settings file. If an Entry Point error
pops up, click OK until a window
opens to select the file to be loaded
onto the flight controller. Select the
settings file. When the Import Summary
window opens, click on the “Save to
Board Flash” button to load the file
onto the flight controller.
Click on the hardware button
on the left side of the screen.
The Receiver Port setting
should be “PPM_Pin8 +
OneShot”.
Click on the Input button on the left side of the screen. After the Flight Controller
has been configured to use your transmitter, this Input screen should be used verify
that all the controls are operating correctly. If the flight controller has not set up
with this transmitter/receiver
or if any of the indicators are
not responding, click on the
Transmitter setup wizard
button and follow the steps
to set up the transmitter.

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At the end of the wizard is the screen to be used to set the motor arming procedure.
The recommended setting is Yaw Right which requires the yaw control to be held
to the right while the throttle is at 0 for 3 seconds to arm the motors. Holding the
Yaw control to the left will
disarm the motors. There are
several other options
available for arming/
stopping the motors including
using a switch assigned to
Channel 6.
After the Arming Setting is
completed, the settings need
to be saved to the flight
controller.
GENERAL SETTINGS
Any time the controller is
connected to the app, the
following settings should
be checked.
a. Vehicle Configuration
Screen – The Motor Output
Channels should have
matching Channels.
b. Attitude Configuration
Screen – The Roll, Pitch and
Yaw settings should be “0”.
The Altimeters setting should
be 0.10.

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PROPELLER INSTALLATION
Please refer to this diagram when
installing or replacing the propellers
to make sure it is installed on the
correct motor.
CW – clockwise rotation when
viewed from above
CCW – counter clockwise rotation
when viewed from above
FPV SYSTEM
The RXS255 has a 1000TVL camera and a 32 channel VTX. The camera angle
can be adjusted up to 30 degrees.
The FPV Video
Transmitter (VTX) has
32 different channels
available. The 4
bands are A, B
(Boscam), E, and F
(Fatshark). The DIP
switch for setting the
VTX frequency is
located at the back of
the battery hatch.
Please use this chart
to set the VTX to the desired channel. Switches 2 & 3 change the band and 4, 5,
& 6 are used to change the channel.
NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the VTX, always attach the FPV antenna
before powering the RXS255.
FAILSAFE
If your transmitter can set values for all the channels for failsafe, set the roll & pitch
channels to midstick and the throttle to its lowest setting to stop the motors.
For transmitters that only set failsafe on the throttle channel, set the throttle to its
lowest setting.
Be sure to remove the props before testing the failsafe operation.
CW PROP
CW PROP
FRONT
CCW PROP
CCW PROP
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5725 5745 5765 5785 5805 5825 58655845
5705 5685 5665 5645 5885 5905 59455925
5740
B
BAND
A
E
F5760 5780 5800 5820 5840 58655860

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BATTERIES
The RXS255 has been tested with 4-cell LiPo batteries between 1300 (30C or
higher) and 2200mAh (20C or higher). Typical flight time is around 4 minutes.
The flight controller does not have a low voltage cutoff to protect the LiPo from
damage. There is an alarm that will start beeping and the rear LED panel will
flash when the battery voltage drops to 13.7V. You should land the quadcopter
as soon as possible when you hear or see the alarm.
For your first flight, set a timer for 4 minutes. If the LVC alarm does not start before
the end of the flight, the timer setting could be slowly increased until the optimal
flight time is determined. If the alarm starts before the end of the flight, the timer
setting should be reduced to protect the battery from damage.
WARNING: Your battery life will be reduced and the battery can be damaged
any time the battery voltage is below 12V. Charging a LiPo battery that is damaged
in any way can pose a fire hazard.
FLIGHT MODES
The RXS255 has three pre-programmed flight modes.
Stabilized1 is the Stability Mode. This mode has limits on the tilt angle, and the
quadcopter will level itself when the right stick is centered.
Stabilized2 is the FPV Mode. This mode will not level the quad and has no limits
tilt angles. The quadcopter will be more maneuverable and the
flight will be smoother in this mode.
Stabilized3 is the Acro Mode. This mode is available for experienced pilots that
want maximum maneuverability while performing acrobatics. The
quadcopter will react faster in this mode than in the FPV mode.
On the Input screen, when the Flight Mode indicator is to the left, Stabilized1 is
selected. The middle position is Stabilized2 and the right is Stabilized3.

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MOTOR ARMING & TAKEOFF
Turn on the transmitter and connect the flight battery to the RXS255. Place the
quadcopter on a level surface and let it sit for 10 seconds to let the flight controller
set up the gyros.
Arm the motors by holding the yaw control to the right for at least 3 seconds, and
center the left stick. The motors will start spinning when the motors are armed.
Advance the throttle to take off.
To disarm the motors after landing the RXS255, hold the throttle at its lowest
position and move the yaw control to the left. When the motors stop, release the
left stick.
SPARE PARTS
1 RISE2551 Front Carbon Arm w/2 Motor Power Distribution Boards
2 RISE2552 Rear Carbon Arms (2) w/2 Motor Power Distribution Boards
3 RISE2553 Landing Skids (4)
4 RISE2554 Hatch Latch Assembly
5 RISE2555 Carbon Frame Set
6 RISE2556 CC3D Flight Controller
7 RISE2557 Motor with Propeller Nut
8 RISE2558 Main Board
9 RISE2559 Video Transmitter (200MW)
10 RISE2560 Cloverleaf Antenna
11 RISE2561 ESC with BLheli & Oneshot
12 RISE2562 PPM Adapter & Cable Set (not in drawing)
13 RISE2563 Camera
14 RISE2564 Propeller Nut Set (4)
15 RISE2565 Spacer Tubes
16 RISE2566 Screw Set
17 RISE2567 Propeller Set 5x4.5 BN (4)
18 RISE2568 Antenna Mounts
19 RISE2569 Camera Mount
20 RISE2570 Body Set

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