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Troubleshooting Guide

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Quadcopter control response 
is inconsistent or requires 
extra trim to neutralize move-
ment.

Aircraft not initialized on a level sur-
face.

Disconnect the fl ight battery, center the 
control trim and re-initialize the quadcopter.

Battery not correctly placed in
battery slot.

Adjust battery position so quadcopter bal-
ances in the center of the frame.

Quadcopter will not respond 
to throttle.

Throttle too high and/or throttle trim 
is too high.

Reset controls with the throttle stick
and throttle trim at the lowest setting.

Quadcopter moved during initialization.

Disconnect the flight battery and re-
initialize the quadcopter while keeping the 
quadcopter from moving.

Throttle channel is reversed.

Disconnect fl ight battery, reverse the 
throttle channel on the transmitter, 
recconnect fl ight battery.

Quadcopter does not function
and smells burnt after con-
necting the fl ight battery.

Flight battery connected with the 
wrong polarity.

Replace the 5-in-1 board. Connect the 
fl ight battery noting proper polarity.

Quadcopter has reduced fl ight 
time or is underpowered.

Flight battery charge is low.

Completely recharge the fl ight battery.

Inadequate power to fl ight battery 
charger.

Use a different USB power source for the 
charger.

Flight battery is damaged.

Replace the fl ight battery and follow the 
fl ight battery instructions.

Flight conditions might be too cold.

Make sure the battery is warm (room tem-
perature) before use.

LED on receiver fl ashes rapidly 
and aircraft will not respond to 
transmitter (during binding).

Transmitter too near aircraft during 
binding process.

Power off the transmitter. Move the trans-
mitter a larger distance from the aircraft. 
Disconnect and reconnect the fl ight battery 
to the aircraft. Follow the binding instruc-
tions. 

Bind switch or button was not held 
while transmitter was powered on.

Power off transmitter and repeat bind 
process.

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to 
large metal object, wireless source or 
another transmitter.

Move aircraft and transmitter to another
location and attempt binding again.

LED on the receiver fl ashes 
rapidly and the quadcopter will 
not respond to the transmitter 
(after binding).

Less than a 5-second wait between 
fi rst powering on the transmitter and 
connecting the fl ight battery to the 
quadcopter.

Leave the transmitter powered on. Discon-
nect and reconnect the fl ight battery to the 
quadcopter.

The quadcopter is bound to a different 
model memory (ModelMatch™ trans-
mitters only).

Select the correct model memory on the 
transmitter. Disconnect and reconnect the 
fl ight battery to the quadcopter.

Flight battery or transmitter battery 
charge is too low.

Replace or recharge batteries.

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to
large metal object, wireless source or
another transmitter.

Move aircraft and transmitter to another
location and attempt connecting again.

Crashes immediately upon 
lift-off

Propellers in wrong locations or 
incorrect fl ight mode selected.

Ensure propeller direction and motor
direction are correct.

Summary of Contents for Blade 180QX HD

Page 1: ...RTF READY TO FLY Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni ...

Page 2: ...reate a high probability of superficial injury Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control Interference can cause momentary loss of control Always operate your model in open spaces away from full size vehicles traffic and people Always carefully ...

Page 3: ...formation 18 IC Information 18 Compliance Information for the European Union 19 Box Contents Blade 180 QX HD 720p Digital Video Camera with Still Capability 1S 3 7V 25C 500mAh Li Po Battery 1S USB Li Po Charger MLP6DSM SAFE Transmitter RTF Only 4 AA Batteries RTF Only Table of Contents Length 13 98 in 355mm Height 3 15 in 80mm Propeller Diameter 5 35 in 136mm Flying Weight 3 35 oz 95 g Blade 180 Q...

Page 4: ...harge battery packs Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places recommended between 40 120 F or 5 49 C or place in direct sunlight Charging Warnings Battery Charging NOTICE Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged Look at the battery to make sure it is not damaged e g swollen bent broken or punctured 1 Insert the charger into a USB port 2 Properly connect the...

Page 5: ...tact with the key on the battery slot 4 Connect the battery cable to the 5 in 1 control unit 5 Place the quadcopter on its skids on a flat surface and leave the aircraft still until the LED on the 5 in 1 control unit is solid blue not blinking CAUTION Always disconnect the Li Po battery from the aircraft when not flying to avoid over discharging the battery Batteries discharged to a voltage lower th...

Page 6: ...dule manual for binding and failsafe instructions Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel MLP6DSM Binding Procedure 1 Disconnect the flight battery from the quadcopter 2 Center all trims on your transmitter 3 Power off the transmitter and move the throttle stick to the down off position 4 Connect the flight battery in the quadcopter The LED on the 5...

Page 7: ...utionary SAFE Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope technology uses an innovative combination of multi axis sensors and software that allows model aircraft to know its position relative to the horizon This spatial awareness is utilized to create a controlled flight envelope the aircraft can use to maintain a safe region of bank and pitch angles so you can fly more safely Far beyond stability this level of...

Page 8: ...ht control board on the quadcopter glowing solid red When powered on this transmitter is automatically in high rate mode Change rates by pressing and releasing the right control stick In low rate mode the controls cannot reach their maximum values In high rate mode the controls can reach their maximum values If you purchased a BNF 180 QX HD the channel 5 switch on your transmitter will select fligh...

Page 9: ...r Take Picture Video Mode Press Trainer Start Stop Recording Press Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds Change Modes Rate 100 Fixed 70 Fixed Channel 5 1 Stability Mode High Angle Channel 5 2 Agility Mode DX4e Old w 2 Position Switch N A N A N A ACT AUX OFF Stability Mode Low Angle Still Mode Default Press Trainer Take Picture Video Mode Press Trainer Start Stop Recording Press Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds Cha...

Page 10: ...es Rate 100 Fixed 70 Fixed Channel 5 1 Stability Mode High Angle Channel 5 2 Agility Mode DX6i Acro GEAR R All Others N Travel Adj GEAR 0 100 F MODE 1 40 FLAPS Norm 100 LAND 100 MIX 1 ACT Gear Gear ACT RATE D 0 U 100 SW MIX TRIM INH GEAR 0 Mix 0 Stability Mode Low Angle Still Mode Default FLAP 0 1 0 Take Picture Video Mode FLAP 0 1 0 Start Stop Recording FLAP Pos 0 1 4 Seconds 0 Change Modes ELEV ...

Page 11: ...gle F MODE 1 HOLD 1 Agility Mode DX8 Acro AUX1 R All Others N Switch Select Trainer to Aux 1 F Mode to Gear All Others to Inh F MODE 0 Stability Mode Low Angle Still Mode Default Press Trainer Take Picture Video Mode Press Trainer Start Stop Recording Press Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds Change Modes ELEV AIL D R 100 70 F MODE 1 Stability Mode High Angle F MODE 2 Agility Mode DX9 DX18 Acro AUX1 R All ...

Page 12: ...i Rate Elevator Forward Elevator down Elevator up Backward Left Side View Left Side View Rudder Rudder left Rudder right Nose Yaws Right Nose Yaws Left Understanding the Primary Flight Controls If you are not familiar with the controls of your 180 QX HD take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your first flight Throttle Throttle down Throttle up Left Side View Left Side...

Page 13: ...ure the wiring does not block moving parts Replace damaged wiring and loose connectors Fasteners Make sure there are no loose screws other fasteners or connectors Do not over tighten metal screws in plastic parts Tighten screws so the parts are mated together then turn the screw only 1 8th of a turn more Propellers Make sure there is no damage to the propellers or other parts that move at high spe...

Page 14: ... on the back of the RTF transmitter This will take a picture or start recording video Press the trigger again to stop recording video depending on the mode the camera is currently in When taking a picture the blue LED will turn off then return to solid When recording video the blue LED will blink slowly and return to solid when finished recording BNF Transmitters To use the camera function with oth...

Page 15: ...e sure the battery is warm room tem perature before use LED on receiver flashes rapidly and aircraft will not respond to transmitter during binding Transmitter too near aircraft during binding process Power off the transmitter Move the trans mitter a larger distance from the aircraft Disconnect and reconnect the flight battery to the aircraft Follow the binding instruc tions Bind switch or button wa...

Page 16: ...Orange CCW 2 Screws 12 BLH7406 Propellers CW CCW Rotation Black 2 180 QX HD mQX 1 Propeller Black CW 1 Propeller Black CCW 2 Screws 13 BLH7561 Motor Mount with Landing Skid mQX 14 BLH7562 Motor Mount Cover 2 mQX 15 EFLA800 Digital Video Camera With Still Capability 16 EFLB5001S25 500mAh 1S 3 7V 25C LiPo Battery EFLC1010 1S USB Li Po Charger 500mA JST EFLH1063 MLP6DSM SAFE Transmitter Part Descript...

Page 17: ... need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compli ant in the country you live a...

Page 18: ...this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address United States of America Horizon Service Center Repairs and Repair Requests servicecenter horizonhobby com RequestForm 4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign Illinois 61822 USA Horizon Product Support Product Technical Assistance www q...

Page 19: ...n R TTE directive 1999 5 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and LVD Directive 2006 95 EC EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2012 EN 301 489 17 V2 1 1 2009 EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 EN55022 2010 AC 2011 EN55024 2010 Signed for and on behalf of Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA Sep 12 2013 Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union This product must not be dis...

Page 20: ...marks of Horizon Hobby Inc The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan All other trademarks service marks or logos are property of their respective owners Patents pending Created 12 13 41864 1 BLH7400 BLH7480 BLH7400M1 ...

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