WowWee FlyTech BLADESTAR User manual

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.
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interference to radio communications.
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4055US04TOP
Item No. 4055 | Ages 8+
User Manual
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Contents
Introduction p2
Package contents
Quick overview p3
Battery details p4
Properly handling FlyTech Bladestar p5
Attaching the blades p5
Charging FlyTech Bladestar p6
Flying locations p7
Operating FlyTech Bladestar p8
Flight modes p9
About Autopilot Mode
Tips and tricks for Autopilot Mode p10
Dogght FlyTech Bladestar! p11
Flight school p12
Hovering
Direction control
Replacing the propellers p13
Storage p13
Troubleshooting guide p14
Tips and tricks p17
Limited warranty p18
1

Thank you for purchasing FlyTech Bladestar™
from WowWee®!
FlyTech Bladestar™ is an AI masterpiece only from WowWee®!
Changing helicopter ight as we know it, FlyTech Bladestar has
exclusive Autopilot Mode with sensor-based navigation. Watch it glide
itself through the air avoiding ceilings and ying away from obstacles,
or take full control using the 3 channel digital IR controller. Face-
off two FlyTech Bladestars - attach the Dogght accessory to the
controller, and press the Fire button to take down your opponent,
when in range! Made from light “high-ex” materials and designed to
be crash-resistant, FlyTech Bladestar is built for indoor use.
Charge FlyTech Bladestar by connecting it to the controller using
the built-in charger cable, then take this revolutionary indoor ying
machine to the skies!
Take a few minutes to look through this user manual to get your
FlyTech Bladestar up and ying!
NOTE: When using FlyTech Bladestar, adult supervision is required,
especially when changing batteries.
IMPORTANT: Do not use outdoors.
Package Contents
• 1 x FlyTech Bladestar
• 1 x Controller
• 1 x Dogght accessory
• 4 x Blades
• 2 x Spare propellers
• 1 x User manual
• 1 x Carrying case
Introduction / Package contents
2

Quick overview
Quick overview
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Blade
Propeller
Blade clip
LED indicator
Power switch
Charge
socket
Sensor
ON OFF
Charger cable
compartment
Fire button
Throttle
(power/ height)
LED charge and
speed indicator
Dogght accessory
Direction pad
Controller
ON
OFF
Charge
Power switch
FlyTech Bladestar

Battery details
The FlyTech Bladestar controller requires 6 x “AA” size alkaline
batteries (not included). Install the batteries as follows:
1. Open the battery compartment on the controller using a Phillips
screwdriver (not included) to remove the screw on the battery
compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries according to the diagram. Ensure that the
positive and negative polarities match the illustrations inside the
battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover and replace the screw
using the screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Never y FlyTech Bladestar outdoors.
• Keep FlyTech Bladestar away from faces and eyes.
• Do not launch at people or animals.
• Use the charger included in this package to recharge the battery in
FlyTech Bladestar.
• Keep ngers away from FlyTech Bladestar’s moving propellers
when in use.
• Make sure people around you are aware you are playing with
FlyTech Bladestar.
• Do not y FlyTech Bladestar near overhead cables, trees, buildings
or any other obstructions.
• Always turn OFF when not in use.
Battery details
Attention: Important Battery Information
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries
[standard (Carbon-Zinc), Alkaline or rechargeable] or rechargeable batteries of
different capacities
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision
• Please respect the correct polarity, (+) and (-)
• Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries
• Do not throw batteries into the re
• Replace all batteries of the same type/brand at the same time
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy
• Batteries should be replaced by adults
• Remove batteries if the toy is not going to be played with for some time
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the controller before being
charged
• This user manual should be kept because it contains important information
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1.5V
LR6
UM3
“AA”
1.5V
LR6
UM3
“AA”
1.5V
LR6
UM3
“AA”
1.5V
LR6
UM3
“AA”
1.5V
LR6
UM3
“AA”
1.5V
LR6
UM3
“AA”
Battery
Compartment

Properly handling FlyTech Bladestar / Attaching the blades
Properly handling FlyTech Bladestar
To avoid unnecessary damage, only hold FlyTech Bladestar by the
core.
Attaching the blades
Before ying FlyTech Bladestar for the rst time, or if you have a
broken blade, you will need to attach the new blades. You can also
replace the original blades on your FlyTech Bladestar if they become
damaged or you want it to have a different look. Two spare blades are
included in the FlyTech Bladestar package.
To attach the blades follow the instructions below:
1. Make sure the controller and FlyTech Bladestar are turned OFF.
2. There are two separate blades on FlyTech
Bladestar. Gently remove the old blade(s),
if any, by pressing the button located on
the clip attached to FlyTech Bladestar’s
core, and pull the blade gently away.
NOTE: If you have difculty removing the
blade, press the button on the clip with a pen or other thin object
IMPORTANT: Do not pull the blade.
3. Install the new blade, the lettering printed
on the blade should be on the under side,
by pushing it gently into the clip until it
clicks into place. Repeat for the second
blade, if you also want to replace it.
Two spare blades are included in the
FlyTech Bladestar packaging.
4. Your FlyTech Bladestar should now have both blades attached.
5

Charging FlyTech Bladestar
Charging FlyTech Bladestar
Before ying FlyTech Bladestar for the rst time (or if you have
depleted the charge) you will need to recharge it. This usually takes
about 10 minutes for 5 minutes of ying time.
NOTE: If the charge begins to exceed 15 minutes, you should replace
all the batteries in the controller, with fresh batteries.
To charge your FlyTech Bladestar:
1. On the right side of the controller twist
the cap a quarter turn counter-clockwise
to open the compartment where the
charger cable is stored.
2. Pull out the cable.
3. Hold FlyTech Bladestar rmly by the
core and insert the charger cable into the
socket as illustrated. Pay close attention
to the orientation of the socket and the
connector on the cable.
NOTE: Make sure FlyTech Bladestar is turned OFF before you charge it.
IMPORTANT: Do not force the cord into the socket – this can damage
the socket. The exposed silver contact points on the side of the charger
cable should line up with the cut-away side of the socket.
The controller is equipped with a sleep function. The LED indicator
will turn off when the controller is idle for more than 30 minutes.
Always remember to turn the controller to the OFF position when
not in use.
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Charging FlyTech Bladestar / Flying locations
4. Switch the power button on the
controller to CHARGE. If the connector
on the cable is properly connected to
the socket, the LED indicators on the
controller will blink consecutively to
indicate it is charging properly.
NOTE: If the top LED indicator on the controller blinks repeatedly,
it indicates that FlyTech Bladestar is already fully charged.
5. When FlyTech Bladestar has charged
completely, only the top LED indicator
on the controller will blink repeatedly.
6. Turn the power switch on the controller to OFF.
7. Carefully unplug the charger cable from FlyTech Bladestar and place
it back in the storage compartment in the controller. Securely twist
the cap a quarter turn clockwise to close the compartment door.
IMPORTANT: Do not turn FlyTech Bladestar on until you have
removed the charger cable.
NOTE: You will know when the charge is almost depleted because
the sound of the motor will lower in tone. FlyTech Bladestar will
also y lower, and become less responsive.
Flying locations
When FlyTech Bladestar is fully charged it is ready for take-off!
It is best to use FlyTech Bladestar in large indoor spaces, such as
a gymnasium, a shopping mall, inside your home or garage. Try to
avoid rooms with pitched ceilings, chandeliers, ceiling fans, or similar
household xtures.
Turn off air conditioner units and fans, and close any open windows
in order to create a still environment in which to y your FlyTech
Bladestar. You might also want to keep pets out of the room.
IMPORTANT: Do not use FlyTech Bladestar outdoors.
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CHARGE

Operating FlyTech Bladestar
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Operating FlyTech Bladestar
FlyTech Bladestar responds best to slow, gentle movements on the
controller. This will help you avoid losing control of FlyTech Bladestar.
Always point the controller at FlyTech Bladestar, even when it is ying
high. Try to remain at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from it so that
it can easily receive the IR signal. You can control FlyTech Bladestar
from up to 10 feet (3 meters) away.
NOTE: FlyTech Bladestar defaults to RC Mode when turned on. To
learn more about modes, refer to page 9.
1. Turn on the controller by setting the power switch to ON. The
bottom LED indicator will light up.
2. Turn on FlyTech Bladestar by setting the switch to ON. The LED
signal indicator on FlyTech Bladestar’s core will light up.
3. Move the throttle to full power and then down to initialize the
controller, and now you are ready to y!
4. Launch FlyTech Bladestar from a smooth, at surface such as a
table, or oor. On the controller, push the throttle to about halfway
to increase the height and power of FlyTech Bladestar.
NOTE: The sensor on the core must be facing the controller when
you start ying.
NOTE: Do not throw FlyTech Bladestar when launching.
5. On the controller push the throttle slowly to control the height
and power, press and hold the direction buttons to direct FlyTech
Bladestar left, right, forwards and backwards.
The controller works in relation to you -- the left direction pad will
always make FlyTech Bladestar move left, no matter where you are
in relation to it. Always point the controller at FlyTech Bladestar.
NOTE: If you leave your FlyTech Bladestar hovering in RC Mode
without control for more than 2 seconds, it will fall to the ground.
NOTE: Do not try to catch FlyTech Bladestar when it is ying or
landing.

Flight modes
Flytech Bladestar has two ight modes, described below:
• RC Mode
Take full control in RC Mode (Remote Controller Mode) using the
throttle to control height and power, and the direction pad to
control left, right, forwards and backwards.
• Autopilot Mode
Choose Autopilot Mode and FlyTech Bladestar will use its sensor-
based navigation to detect obstacles. You can still control
movement, but FlyTech Bladestar will avoid at ceilings, walls and
other obstacles, including your hands or a piece of blank paper.
NOTE: FlyTech Bladestar defaults to RC Mode when turned on.
About Autopilot Mode
If you want to use Autopilot Mode you must activate it before you
initialize the controller. To do so:
1. Turn on the controller by setting the power switch to ON. The
bottom LED indicator will light up.
2. Turn on FlyTech Bladestar by setting the switch to ON. The LED
indicator on FlyTech Bladestar’s core will light up.
3. Point the controller at FlyTech Bladestar and press and hold the Fire
button on the controller for approximately two seconds.
4. FlyTech Bladestar will spin slowly on the spot to indicate that it is
in Autopilot Mode.
5. Move the throttle to full power and then down to initialize the
controller.
6. Control FlyTech Bladestar as usual.
In Autopilot Mode, FlyTech Bladestar will be able to detect and y away
from obstacles using its sensor-based navigation, however you can still
control its movements using the controller. FlyTech Bladestar’s sensor-
based navigation is dependent on reection. It can detect highly
reective surfaces, such as white walls or ceilings, more easily and
from greater distances than matte or dark surfaces.
The ideal environment for using FlyTech Bladestar in Autopilot Mode
is a large room with a at ceiling. Ceiling fans, chandeliers or similar
xtures can confuse FlyTech Bladestar.
NOTE: FlyTech Bladestar cannot detect windows. Try to avoid rooms
with pitched ceilings, chandeliers, ceiling fans, or similar household
xtures.
NOTE: If you leave FlyTech Bladestar hovering in Autopilot Mode for
more than 10 seconds, without sending a command from the remote
controller, FlyTech Bladestar will fall to the ground.
Flight modes / About Autopilot Mode
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