sky viper VECTOR User manual

AAA (LR 03) 1.5V
(Not Included)
Install
3x
LiPo
Battery
AB
A B
3.7V 500mAh
LiPo BATTERY
CAUTION: Consumers should conrm the lawful use of
this product with local authorities as laws may vary.
CHARGING PLANE BATTERY
LANDING GEAR INSTALLATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
REMOTE BATTERIESFLY MORE !
INSPECTING AND REPLACING DAMAGED PROPS
Remove battery from plane and attach to
charging cable. (Use included cable only)
Landing gear is recommended when landing
on concrete or other smooth paved surfaces
to avoid damage.
Firmly insert wheels into slots as shown,
ensuring that the longer wheel is inserted in
front, with wheel pointing forward. Back
wheels should point outward.
Insert batteries as shown. Replace door and
secure with screw. Remote will beep 2x every
couple seconds when batteries run low and
need to be replaced.
Why wait for your battery to recharge.
Increase your flight time with an extra
battery on standby! (Sold separately).
Sky Viper 500mAh LiPo battery
recommended, or comparable 3.7V
LiPo battery with JST connector plug.
Skyrocket warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free of defects in materials or workmanship for
30 days from the original purchase. This warranty only applies to defects in material and workmanship and is not
valid if the product has been misused or not assembled and maintained per instructions. Proof of defect or
malfunction must be provided and verified, along with original sales receipt with date. For quickest resolution,
defective product should be returned to the original point of purchase for exchange or refund. If you have questions
Before each use, an adult should check this product and the LiPo battery to ensure no
damage or hazards exist. Plane has rotating blades that move at high speed, posing
danger of damage and injury. Pilots are responsible for any actions that result in
damage or injury from the improper operation of plane. Do not fly near spectators or
animals. Keep spinning props away from fingers, hair, eyes and other body parts.
Never leave plane unattended while it is turned on. Read all enclosed information
before operating. Please do not remove the triangle screws for any maintenance.
SKYROCKET TOYS 30-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
IMPACT RESISTANT DESIGN
Vector is designed to take the abuse of
learning to fly. However, if plane is damaged
from severe impact or rough extended use, it
can likely be sufficiently repaired with the
included mending tape.
For best performance, periodically inspect prop blades for
damage or debris wrapped around motor shaft. If damaged,
firmly hold motor housing and pull damaged blade from
shaft. Make note of A or B marking on prop and replace
with corresponding new prop.
Once charged, disconnect battery from cable and
reattach to plane. Tuck back into plane and secure
door with screw. Remote will beep 1x every couple
seconds when LiPo battery runs low.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• Do not mix old and new batteries and Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc)
or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries.
• Batteries are to be inserted using correct polarity.
• Remove exhausted batteries as soon as possible and discard properly.
• Remove all batteries from compartment if beacon is not used for a long period of
time.
• The supply terminals are not to be short circuited.
• Batteries should be replaced by an adult.
• Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to open the
outer casing.
WARNING: Batteries are harmful if swallowed. Please keep away from children.
Battery Disposal: Dispose of batteries according to the local laws and regulations
of your region. Some batteries may be recycled, and may be accepted for disposal
at your local recycling center. If you are not able to identity the application rules in
your areas, please check the instructions of the battery manufacturer.
REMOTE AAA BATTERY WARNINGS & SPECIFICATIONS:
PLANE CONTAINS A LITHIUM-POLYMER BATTERY3.7V 500mAh:
LiPo batteries have a severe risk of fire and injury if they are improperly handled or misused. They may explode,
overheat or ignite.Read all following precautions and instructions regarding the care and use of LiPo batteries.
The LiPo battery is only to be used with the drone and charger included with this product.
• Keep away from flammable materials.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight.
• Do not place in a fire or leave in hot places.
• Do not drop or make subject to strong impact.
• Keep dry and away from water.
• The supply terminals are not to be short circuited.
• Never throw into a fire or attempt to open outer case.
• Do not stress, press or drop.
• Never charge unattended. When charging you should always remain in constant observation to monitor the charging
process and react to potential problems that may occur.
• Disconnect charging cable if fully charged.
• Never store or charge inside a car in extreme temperatures, since extreme temperature could ignite fire.
• Use caution to avoid puncture. Puncture of battery may cause a fire.
LiPo Battery Disposal: LiPo batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. They should not be disposed of
with other household waste. Check your local laws and regulations for correct recycling and/or battery disposal.
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 modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna - Increase the
separation between the equipment and receiver - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
5V, 2A adapter
Recommended
(Sold Separately)
GREEN =
full charge
RED =
charging
Remote beeps 2x every couple seconds and/or doesn’t connect to plane.
Remote beeps 5x quickly during flight, and plane starts radial descent.
Turn plane off then on again to deactivate crash detection (auto-beep) and restore normal plane controls.
You are in danger of flying out of range. Turn back immediately to prevent losing remote connection.
Plane battery is running low. Recharge LiPo battery to full power.
- Plane cannot maintain altitude and drifts to ground.
- Plane LED is flashing.
- Remote starts to beep 1x every couple seconds.
Remote batteries are running low. Replace with fresh batteries.
Plane has flown out of range. Plane auto-lands for safety and starts auto-beeping to help you locate it.
Take-off surface may be too bumpy or plane battery may no longer have enough power to complete a runway
take-off. Try again with a freshly charged battery, or launch by hand instead.
Turn off both remote and plane. Unplug then re-attach plane battery. Ensure remote batteries are new and
plane battery is fully charged, then reattempt flight.
Plane bounces around or flips over when attempting runway take-off.
- Plane does not respond to remote.
- Plane starts to fly erratically or becomes difficult to control.
Remote beeps 5x quickly during flight, while plane is far away.
Plane is beeping after crash or landing and no longer responds to remote.
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Vector (model no. 18601) FCC ID: O5318601RX
Remote controller (model no. 18601TX)
FCC ID: O5318601TX
INITIAL SET-UP & MAINTENANCE
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ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED TURNING ON POWER
UNDERSTANDING FLIGHT CONTROLS
SMOOTH SURFACE TAKE-OFF
LANDING
PERFORMING AEROBATIC STUNTS
LAUNCHING BY HAND
FIND MY PLANE / AUDIO TRACER
Place plane on smooth flat surface with at least 30 ft (10 m) of room for take-off.
Push full to build speed then full to take-off.
Hold remote with left hand, with and
Hold plane in right hand, gripping the underside near the
LED light. Point plane forward and away from you.
Toss and release plane slightly up and forward, then immediately push
to complete launch.
Adequate flying space is required. Keep a safe distance away from
streets, public thoroughfares and power lines. Never attempt to
retrieve plane from any location that poses a safety hazard. Never fly
plane at night. Keep plane in sight at all times during operation.
Discontinue operation immediately if plane flies out of your field of view.
slightly to slowly descend. As plane
nears ground, a little more to create
a stalling effect for a softer landing.
Tap stunt button then quickly pull
to pull up. Plane will climb
and auto-complete an upward loop.
UPWARD LOOP
Tap stunt button then quickly push or
Plane will roll in corresponding
direction and auto-complete a barrel roll.
LEFT OR RIGHT BARREL ROLL
to go faster
Throttle forward
throttle forward
Throttle back
throttle back
to go slower
Throttle back
direction back
Sky Viper flight software helps
compensate for wind, but
additional manual compensation
is normal during flight. For best
performance, avoid flying in
windy conditions.
OPTIONAL: Throttle stick is also capable of applying left
and right turning force during flight. Most pilots however,
may prefer using only the direction stick for making turns.
Throttle back full to cut power to motors Direction left to bank left
Direction right to bank right
Direction back to pull up
Direction forward to dive down
Ensure plane batteries are fully
charged and remote has fresh
batteries installed. Press and hold
remote button for 1 second to turn on
or off. Slide plane button forward to
turn on and back to turn off.
SLIDE FORWARD
THROTTLE STICK DIRECTION STICK
WARNING: Push throttle forward immediately after release, but NOT BEFORE,
to avoid possible injury to back of hand from spinning props.
Ensure plane is flying high enough
to safely complete maneuvers.
Remote will beep 5x quickly when you’re in
danger of flying out of range, allowing time to
turn back before losing connection. If plane flies
out of range, remote will continue beeping and
plane will auto-land in a radial descent. Audio
tracer will turn on and plane will start beeping to
help you find it. Turn plane off and on again to
deactivate audio tracer.
Audio tracer can be
toggled on and off with
stunt button when
plane is not flying.
PRESS & HOLD
for one second
direction back
direction left
direction right.
throttle back
throttle forward full
motors off.
Questions or comments?
Please email support@skyrockettoys.com
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