Tower Hobbies VISTA GRANDE EP Instruction Manual Download

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NEVER

use a NiCd/NiMH peak charger to charge a

LiPo battery.

NEVER

charge in excess of 4.20V per cell unless the battery

is rated for a higher voltage.

NEVER

charge at currents greater than 1C unless the battery

is rated for a higher charge rate.

NEVER

trickle-charge a LiPo battery.

NEVER

allow the battery temperature to exceed 140°F (60°C).

NEVER

disassemble or modify the pack wiring in any way

or puncture the cells, as this may result in a fi re.

NEVER

discharge below 3.2V per cell.

NEVER

charge the battery or set the charger on combustible

materials.

NEVER

charge the battery inside a vehicle or in a location

that could be damaged in the event of a LiPo fi re.

NEVER

put a LiPo battery in the pocket of any clothing.

NEVER

charge the batteries in the plane. Disconnect the

batteries and remove them from the plane immediately
after landing.

NEVER

allow the battery to short circuit by touching exposed

wires together. This may cause a fi re.

NEVER

operate or store batteries below 40˚F (4˚C) or above

110˚F (43˚C) ambient temperature.

REQUIRED ITEMS

Radio Components

At least 4 channels are needed to operate the Vista Grande

controls. Because the spoiler needs to be operated by a
switch, dial, or slider, we recommend the Tactic TTX610
transmitter as a capable, inexpensive radio system suitable
for this type of model. If it’s likely you will grow your radio
control interest beyond the Vista Grande in the future, we
recommend the TTX660. This is a computerized transmitter

which has a 30 model memory and several built-in mixing
functions along with programmable mixes and many other

convenient features. These functions will suffi ce for most
types of radio control models in addition to the Vista Grande.

NOTE:

The TTX610 includes the 6-channel receiver but it is

a separate purchase with the TTX660.

You’ll also need (2) 36mm long mini servos for the elevator

and rudder and (1) 23mm long micro servo for the spoiler.

NOTE:

The opening in the plywood servo tray for the tail

servos can be lengthened some if the servos of your choice
are slightly longer than 36mm. A nylon servo tray for the
spoiler servo is included and will not accommodate a micro
servo longer than 23mm.

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TACJ2610 Tactic TTX610 6-Channel SLT System

(includes TR625 receiver)

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TACJ2660 Tactic TTX660 6-Channel Computer

Transmitter (does not include receiver)

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TACL0625 Tactic TR625 6-Channel SLT Receiver

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TACM0220 Tactic TSX20 Mini High-Speed 2BB Servo

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TACM0205 Tactic TSX5 Micro High-Speed Servo

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FUTM0004 Futaba S3004 Standard Ball Bearing Servo

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FUTM0414 Futaba S3114 Micro High-Torque Servo

Battery and Charger

The Vista Grande can use a 4S 14.8V 2200-3600mAh

LiPo battery. A smaller capacity battery will benefi t you by
being lighter weight and the Vista will balance close to the
recommended C.G. without the need for ballast. A larger
battery will give you more motor power time but the glider will
fl y heavier with a more forward C.G.

NOTE:

There are many

other batteries that will fi t. Provided here are two batteries

with acceptable capacity and discharge rate.

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ONXP2269 LiPo 4S 14.8V 2200mAh 30C

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ONXP3363 LiPo 4S 14.8V 3600mAh 50C

A charger capable of charging LiPo batteries is required.

The Triton EQ (GPMM3155) is a suitable charger as it has

plenty of power for charging the LiPos recommended for the

Vista Grande (and larger LiPos as well). The Triton EQ is also

recommended for its versatility in charging all other types of
batteries used in RC and may be powered by either a 12V DC
power source or 110V AC. For an inexpensive alternative we
recommend the Onyx 225 (DTXP4225) charger. It is not as
feature packed as the Triton EQ but we like its easy-to-use
programming and digital display.

Adhesives and Building Supplies

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Tower Hobbies 6-minute Epoxy (TOWR3806)

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Tower Hobbies 30-minute Epoxy (TOWR3810)

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Mixing Sticks (50, GPMR8055)

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Mixing Cups (GPMR8056)

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Epoxy Brushes (GPMR8060)

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