Hobbico NexSTAR EP, Instruction Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2
ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS (AMA) .............. 2
SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES ............... 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 3
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ITEMS .................................... 3
Hardware & Accessories ............................................ 3
Optional Supplies & Tools .......................................... 4
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .............................. 4
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS ........................................... 4
KIT INSPECTION .............................................................. 5
KIT CONTENTS ................................................................ 5
A GUIDE TO THE NEXSTAR EP SELECT FEATURES ... 6
Brushless Power System ........................................... 6
CenterCore ™ Wing Rib ............................................... 6
SpinControl
™
Airfoil Extensions .................................. 6
SpeedBrakes ™ Training Flaps .................................... 6
PivotFlex
™
Wing Mounting System ............................ 7
EasyAlign ™ Tail Mounting System .............................. 7
SnapGear
™
Landing Gear .......................................... 7
Futaba ® PA-2 Pilot Assist Link ................................... 7
RealFlight
®
NexStar Edition ....................................... 8
ASSEMBLY ....................................................................... 8
Charge the Batteries .................................................. 8
Assemble the Wing .................................................... 9
Install the Landing Gear ........................................... 10
Install the Tail Surfaces ............................................ 10
Install the Motor Batteries ........................................ 11
SET-UP ............................................................................ 12
Center the Control Surfaces..................................... 12
Check Control Surface Directions ............................ 14
Arming the Motor ..................................................... 15
Check the Control Throws ........................................ 15
Identify Your Model ................................................... 15
Balance the Model (C.G. - Center of Gravity) .......... 16
Balance the Model Laterally ..................................... 16
Setting Up the Futaba ® PA-2 Pilot Assist Link .......... 16
Adjusting the PA-2 from Your Transmitter ................. 19
FINAL PREPARATIONS ................................................. 20
Gather the Necessary Tools ..................................... 20
Other Useful Items ................................................... 20
At-The-Shop Check List ........................................... 20
FLIGHT PREPARATIONS ............................................... 20
Check the Frequency ............................................... 20
Check the Controls .................................................. 21
Range Check the Radio ........................................... 21
FLYING ............................................................................ 21
Taxiing ...................................................................... 21
Takeoff ..................................................................... 21
Flight ........................................................................ 22
Landing .................................................................... 22
MAINTENANCE TIPS ..................................................... 22
Covering ................................................................... 22
Propeller ................................................................... 22
AFTER YOU MASTER THE NEXSTAR EP SELECT
IN ITS ORIGINAL FORM
................................................ 23
SpeedBrakes Training Flaps .................................... 23
SpinControl Airfoil Extensions .................................. 23
Dual Aileron Servos ................................................. 23
Flaperons ................................................................. 24
Dual Aileron Servos & Flaps .................................... 25
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts) .................................... 26
General .................................................................... 26
Radio Control ........................................................... 26
PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST ............................................ 26
NEXSTAR EP SELECT SUCCESS GUARANTEE ......... 27
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Hobbico NexSTAR ™ EP Select,
the next generation in Radio Control Trainers. You’ve made
the right decision by purchasing a “real” model airplane
equipped with a state-of-the-art brushless electric motor, a
6-channel radio, the Futaba
® PA-2 Pilot Assist Link system,
and the latest in aerodynamic and assembly technologies.
Once assembled and set up, there will be no fi ddling with a
temperamental engine or constant troubleshooting to fi gure
out how to get the model to fl y.
Under the guidance of an
experienced fl ight instructor, all you’ll have to do is concentrate
on learning to fl y. And after you’ve mastered the NexSTAR EP
Select, the motor, ESC (electronic speed control), and radio
system may be transferred to your next model!
We at Hobbico know how exciting a new plane purchase can
be and we know you’re anxious to get started, but please
take the time to read these instructions before attempting to
build and operate your model.
There are three parts to this manual. The fi rst part contains
a guide to the unique features of the NexSTAR EP Select,
followed by four pages of easy assembly. Lastly, a set-up guide
takes you through initial adjustments and fl ight preparation.
Do
not overlook any of the important set-up procedures and be
sure to follow the instructions all the way to the end . Anything
skipped in the shop will have to be done at the fi eld anyway.
ACADEMY OF MODEL
AERONAUTICS (AMA)
If this is your fi rst endeavor in the world of radio-controlled
fl ight, we strongly recommend that you 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 fl y at AMA clubs. Joining the AMA provides many benefi ts
but one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection.
The AMA can also direct you to the closest R/C club whose
membership includes qualifi ed instructors.
The best thing you can do to insure success is to fi nd a fl ight
instructor who will inspect your model for air-worthiness
and provide fl ying lessons. It cannot be stated strongly
enough that, if you do not already know how to fl y an R/C
airplane, you will probably not be able to fl y this model by
yourself. It may appear to be easy, but over-controlling and
disorientation quickly overcome inexperienced fl iers, swiftly
ending their fi rst fl ight. Many have tried to teach themselves,
but most become discouraged and end up quitting the hobby,
or destroy several models before they are ready to solo.