HobbyZone Firebird Phantom User Manual Download

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The Place to Start

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HBZ4715

HobbyZone

products are distributed exclusively by

Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, IL 61822
©2007 Horizon Hobby, Inc.
9804

Instruction Manual

Summary of Contents for Firebird Phantom

Page 1: ...The Place to Start HBZ4715 HobbyZone products are distributed exclusively by Horizon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign IL 61822 2007 Horizon Hobby Inc 9804 Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...tional 3 channel aircraft and radio system The Firebird Phantom has built in sensors that look for the sky and horizon and thanks to the specially programmed software it can temporarily take over in the event that your aircraft is put in danger from incorrect transmitter input This will help to prevent a crash and keep you in the air Once you are more experienced and no longer need the training so...

Page 3: ...ge Always make sure the transmitter is on when the flight battery is plugged in 1 Remove the transmitter back cover 2 Install the included AA batteries Use four fresh 1 5V AA batteries only 3 Be sure to observe proper polarity when installing the batteries and then replace the cover 4 To test switch on the transmitter The LED should glow brightly 5 Replace the batteries when you hear the low batte...

Page 4: ... on transmitter 2 Install the flight battery into the fuselage and plug it into the connector 3 Move the transmitter s left stick all the way down and hold for one second This will arm the motor 4 Move the transmitter s left stick up Since most batteries come partially charged the prop should spin at high speed If the motor does not run proceed to charging the battery 5 In order to fully discharge...

Page 5: ...nter when you turn the transmitter on 4 If you find that the control surface flap is not level with the rest of the tail surface you can correct this with a few pushes of the appropriate trim buttons 5 Move the right stick side to side while observing that the tail flaps are moving as shown 6 Move the right stick up and down while observing that the tail flaps are moving as shown WARNING Keep ever...

Page 6: ...directions Be clear of pedestrians Be free of trees or buildings that could interfere with your sightline or power lines that could entangle your airplane Be clear of automobiles and other prop erty that could be damaged by your plane if you have problems coming in for a landing Remember your Firebird Phantom flies approximately 15 20 mph so it covers ground fast The bigger the field the better HI...

Page 7: ...echnology This software helps prevent crashes due to over control by the pilot The sensors included in the fuselage see the horizon One sensor is above the canopy and faces forward The other is at the bottom of the fuselage and faces backward The electronic system connected to them knows the airplane should not be allowed to enter a steep dive or aggressive bank If you give transmitter input that ...

Page 8: ...pert Mode It is possible to change flight modes in the air but sufficient altitude is required To turn ACT off Push down on the right stick and the red LED will flash indicating that you have disabled ACT To turn ACT back on push down on the right stick again The red LED will be solid when ACT is on see page 19 for photo Anti Crash Technology ACT 15 Step 10 You must be at an altitude of at least 1...

Page 9: ...ts 12 years of age or younger 4 Take a couple of steps and launch the model directly into the wind Keep the wings level Use medium force Do not throw it up or down Point it level parallel with the ground when releasing Think of it as a javelin that you are throw ing 20 feet away Watch out Keep the spinning propeller away from your hair head and hands or injury may occur 16 Step 11 17 Step 11 Impor...

Page 10: ...r just be cautious and watch how your plane reacts to the wind Most of the time you can fly at higher altitudes at Step 12 19 Sharp Turns Move the stick in the direction you want to turn and add a bit of UP elevator at the same time pull back on stick The plane will make a sharper banking turn Rudder Trim If the Firebird Phantom seems to drift in one direction when the control stick is in the neut...

Page 11: ...s com pletely shut off Your Firebird Phantom will glide in for a landing Auto Cutoff When the battery gets low enough this feature will automatically shut off the motor and save enough battery power to maintain control of the tail so you can land correctly and safely If the motor cuts off prepare to land immediately WARNING Do not attempt to catch the airplane or injury may result Turn the motor o...

Page 12: ...ight If you are certain the control surfaces are at neutral and the plane still wanders to the left 1 Adjust the tail see below so that the left tail control surface is 1 16 above the rest of the tail This can be done by push ing the digital trim button located to the lower right of the right hand control stick 2 Test fly 3 If it is still flying on its own to the left repeat the above procedure un...

Page 13: ...lowing 1 Loosen the front tail screw one full turn and tighten the back tail screw one full turn 2 Test fly 3 Repeat the above procedure if necessary until your Firebird Phantom climbs at a steady rate Aerobatic Flight 25 Your Firebird Phantom comes out of the box with the controls set for beginning pilots with the control linkages attached in the outer holes of the control surfaces By adjusting t...

Page 14: ...dult supervision is recommended for ages 12 and under 5 Only use a battery charger intended for use with the Firebird Phantom battery We recommend using the charger that comes with your airplane Never leave the charger unattended while charging During charging place the battery and charger on a heat resistant surface Do not place them on carpet or upholstery 6 Never cut into the battery charger or...

Page 15: ...y shortly before flying 2 Adjust tail screws see page 24 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Success Tips 1 Do not fly in winds over 7 mph especially during first flights Flying in too much wind is by far the number one reason for crashes and flyaways 2 Choose the flying area carefully A grassy field or soft ground that is about 600 feet in diameter is optimum It s also best to fly in an area with ver...

Page 16: ...iscretion of Horizon Hobby Inc Collateral damage is not covered under this warranty If you as the buyer or owner are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product you are advised to return this product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase 31 If you have any questions concerning your HobbyZone product please contact our Product Support staf...

Page 17: ...efect these are the Purchaser s exclusive remedies Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the Product This warranty does ...

Page 18: ...deration Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton Warranty Inspection and Repairs To receive warranty service you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have 34 35 been met your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge Repair or replacement decisions are at the s...

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