Sky Angel Mirage 2000 User instructions

Assembly and Operating Manual
Mira
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e 2000
SPECIFICATION:
zLength: 26-3/5"(675mm)
zWing Span:20-3/5"(520mm)
zFlying Weight: 11-3/5 oz. (320g)

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Dear customer,
Congratulations on your choice of a
factory-assembled model aircraft from the
SKYANGEL range and thank you for placing
your trust in us.
Very little preparation work is required to get this
model ready to fly. To operate your new model
safely it is important that you read through all of
the instructions and safety information included
with your model, before you fly it for the first time.
The illustrations in this manual show the Silver
version of the model with factory applied decals.
The power system
The model is powered by a brushless out runner
motor and ducted fan, both of which are
factory-installed on the Ready-To-Fly version.
The motor is connected to the electronic speed
controller which is factory calibrated on the
Ready-To-Fly version. All that is required is to
charge the Li-Po battery, following the safety
instructions, and connect the battery to the
electronic speed controller.
The radio control system
To fly the Mirage 2000you will need a radio control
system with at least four channels. 2.4GHz radios
systems are recommended, similar to the unit
included with our deluxe version.
The power for the receiver is drawn from the
electronic speed controller’s integral BEC system.
The electronic speed controller is located inside of
the fuselage, in front of the ducted fan.
When you wish to fly the model, always make sure
the transmitter is in the “OFF” position. Move the
throttle stick to the “OFF” position as well. Then
connect the flight battery to the electronic speed
controller.
Switch off in the reverse order: disconnect the
battery from the electronic speed controller first,
and then switch off the transmitter.
Glued joints, suitable adhesives
Foam safe epoxy is recommended and available
from most reputable model retail shops.
Trial-fit all parts “dry” before applying glue.
Follow the recommended curing time suggested
by the glue manufacturer. Allow the glue to fully
cure (harden) to the point where the joint can be
placed under stress.
Kit contents
Fuselage, with motor, electronic speed controller
and servo
Clear canopy and cockpit
Left / right wing panels with ailerons
elevators Vertical fin
Accessories
1 x Li-Po battery, 11.1V 850 mAh 20C
1 x 20A Brushless ESC (Electronic Speed Controller)

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Fig. 1 Open the box and check all the parts.
Parts Illustration
Parts List
NO. Description
1 Fuselage
2 Integral wing panels
3 Tail Set - One Vertical Fin
4 Cockpit Canopy
5 Nose cone
6 Fuel tank
7 Radio Control Transmitter (we highly recommend 2.4 GHz system)
8-9 Balance Charger
10 850Ah 11.1V 20C Li-Po Battery
11 Receiver
12 Push rods Set
13 Control rods Set
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5 Mommutator segments
16 Fuel hose

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Fig. 2 - Glue the control rod to wing set (glue not
included).
Fig. 5 -Turn up 6-7mm of the rudder.
.
Fig. 3 -Remove any excess glue and hold in
position until glue sets. The photo shows the
finished view.
Fig. 6 -Reverse the procedure to the right side.
The photo shows the finished view.
Fig. 4 - Connect the push rods to the aileron servo
arm and control horns.
Fig. 7 - Apply glue to the wing set.

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Fig. 8 - Apply glue to the fuselage.
Fig. 11 - Reverse the procedure to the right side.
The photo shows the finished view.
Fig. 9 -Remove any excess glue and hold in
position until glue sets. The photo shows the
finished view.
Fig. 12 - Apply glue to the vertical fin
Fig. 10 - The photo shows the finished view after
gluing the wings in place.
Fig. 13 - Apply glue to the fuselage.

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Fig. 14 -Hold in position until glue sets. The photo
shows the finished view.
Fig. 17 -Hold in position until the glue sets. Photo
shows the finished view..
Fig. 15 – Apply glue to the fuel tank
Fig. 18 - Reverse the procedure to the right side.
The photo shows the finished view
Fig. 16 –Apply glue to the wing set.
Fig. 19 - Apply glue to the Mommutator segments.

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Fig. 20 -The photo shows the finished view after
gluing the Mommutator segments in place.
Fig. 23 - The photo shows the finished view after
gluing the Mommutator segments in place.
Fig. 21 - Reverse the procedure to the right side.
The photo shows the finished view
Fig. 24 - Reverse the procedure to the right side.
The photo shows the finished view
Fig. 22 - Apply glue to the Mommutator segments
for vertical fin
Fig. 25 -Apply glue to the nose cone (glue not
included).

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Fig. 26 -Apply glue to the fuselage (glue not
included).
Fig. 29 - The photo shows the finished view after
gluing the fuel hose in place.
Fig. 27 - Assemble the nose cone to the fuselage.
The photo shows the finished view.
Fig. 30 - Connect channel wire to the receiver.
Fig. 28 - Apply glue to the fuel hose (glue not
included).
Fig. 31 - Locate the battery in front of the fuselage.

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Fig. 32 - Photo shows battery leads connected to
the speed controller.
Fig.35 - Please note turn up 6-7mm of the rudder
before you start to fly your model at the first time.
Fig. 33 - The canopy is held in place by magnets
and can be lifted off.
Fig.34 - Photo shows the finished view after
canopy is assembled.
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Fig. 36 -Charge the flight battery; connect the Equalizer lead
using and adapter lead matching your charger (adapter lead not
included)
Fig. 37 -Switch the transmitter on, and move the throttle stick to
the “Motor OFF” position. (Diagram MODE 1 right throttle control
stick)
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38 and39- Checking Ailerons and Elevators
- Check that the control surfaces respond to the appropriate
movements of the transmitter sticks. If not, swap over the
connectors at the receiver.
- Make sure do not apply glue to control rods fastener
before check the neutral position of the control surfaces
- Stand behind the model.
- Check the direction of rotation of the servos:
- Move the aileron stick to the right (a), and the right aileron (a)
must rise up, the left aileron (b) fall down.
- Pull the elevator stick back towards you (c), and the trailing
edge of both elevators should rise (c).
- If either function works in the wrong way, correct it using your
transmitter’s servo reverse facility for that channel.
Fig. 40 - Checking the power system
- Hold the model securely.
- Remove any loose objects such as cloths, tools, etc from the
area in front of the model, as they could easily be sucked into
the ducted fan.
- Open the throttle (stick forward): the motor should now run,
and you should feel a strong air flow rushing out from the tail
end of the model.
- Move the throttle stick back to the “Motor OFF” position.
- Disconnect the battery from the electronic speed controller
and then switch the transmitter off.
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Fig. 41- Checking the model’s balance
- Place the flight battery in its compartment, without
connecting.
- Mark the Centre of Gravity (CG) on both sides of the
fuselage; the position is shown in the photo.
- Support the model at the marked points and allow it to hang
freely. When correctly balanced the airplane will remain
horizontal, with the nose slightly down.
- If necessary, adjust the position of the flight battery to
achieve the correct CG.
- Mark the battery location in the fuselage, so that you can be
sure of positioning it correctly after recharging.
- Pack scrap pieces of foam around the battery in its final
position, otherwise there is a danger of it shifting in flight
and altering the model’s balance.
- Charge the flight battery and the model is ready for flight.
42 -Access to the ducted fan unit and electronic speed
controller
- The ducted fan unit is accessible from underneath, if you
need to carry out maintenance work or repairs.
- Ensure that the wire colors match correctly.
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Test Flying - Notes on flying the airplane
Please read the sections entitled “Routine pre-flight checks” and “Flying
the model” in the Safety Notes before attempting to fly the Mirage 2000
Jet for the first time.
- For the first flight you should wait for a relatively calm day with no more
than a gentle breeze.
- A good flying site is a large, flat, open field; well away from trees, fences,
high-tension overhead cables and other potentially dangerous obstacles.
- Carry out a complete check of the working systems.
- We recommend that you ask an experienced modeler to help you initially;
to give the model a fairly powerful hand-launch.
- The model must be launched directly into any existing wind.
- Switch the motor on, and launch the airplane strongly into the wind, with the
fuselage and wings level.
- Allow the Mirage 2000 Jet to fly straight and level initially, do not try to turn it
when it is close to the ground.
- Adjust the trims if necessary so that the model settles into a steady climb.
- Check the model’s response to control commands from the transmitter. You
may need to increase or reduce the control surface travels once the model
is back on the ground.
- Take the airplane up to a safe height and check its stalling speed.
- Keep the speed well up on the landing approach to avoid stalling.
- If you had to move the trims during the flight, correct the mechanical
linkages before flying again. This allows you to re-centre the trims, so that
full trim travel is available for subsequent flights.
- We reserve the right to introduce technical modifications and suggest that
you check our website for updates.

Jiangyin Skyangel Electronic Technology Co., Limited.
5th Floor, A3 Building, Xinjianxing Technology Industrial Park, Fengxin Road,
Guangming Town, Bao'an, Shenzhen City, 518107 China
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.skyangelrc.com