E-FLITE Blade MCX S300, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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Dual Rates
The MLP4DSM transmitter included with your Blade mCX S300 is equipped with
a dual rate feature. This feature allows the pilot to toggle between the high and
low control rates available for the aileron, elevator and rudder channels. You can
toggle between the high and low rates by pushing in on the right-hand stick on the
transmitter (while the transmitter is powered on).
When the transmitter is first powered on it will be in the high-rate mode. You can tell
you are in the high-rate mode when the LED on the transmitter glows solid red. In
the high-rate mode the controls are allowed to reach their maximum values, which
is typically preferred by experienced pilots interested most in maximum control
authority.
By pushing in on the right-hand stick while in the high-rate mode, you can enter
the low-rate mode. You can tell you are in the low-rate mode when the LED on the
transmitter blinks continuously. The low-rate mode is typically preferred by (and
best for) first-time, low-time and other pilots interested most in a reduced amount of
control that allows for smoother and more easily controlled hovering and flying.
Note: The throttle curve in the low-rate mode is also different than it is in the
high-rate mode. This makes it much smoother and easier to control the
throttle when in the low-rate mode.
Choosing a Flying Area
When you are ready for your first flight, you will want to select a relatively open
indoor area that is free of people and obstructions. And while it is possible for
experienced pilots to fly the Blade mCX S300 in relatively small indoor areas with
great success due to its size and controllability, we strongly recommend an area
with at least 10-feet by 10-feet of floor space and no less than 8-foot ceilings when
making your first few flights.
Once you have properly trimmed your helicopter and become familiar with its
handling and capabilities, you will be able to fly in other smaller, less open areas.
Note: The Blade mCX S300 is designed and intended to be flown
INDOORS ONLY.
Flying the Blade mCX S300
Having followed the proper 5-in-1 control unit initialization and arming procedures,
confirmed proper control of the servos and motors, and found a suitable flying area,
your Blade mCX S300 is ready for flight.
Note: In addition to reviewing the flight maneuvers outlined below, we
recommend that you watch the Instructional Video located on the
product page for the Blade mCX S300 on www.horizonhobby.com
to see many of these maneuvers and adjustments performed by
the helicopter and pilot.
• Slowly raise the throttle stick, increasing the speed of the main rotor blades until
the model begins to lift off. Do not raise the throttle stick too quickly as the
model could climb too fast causing you to lose control or make contact
with objects above.
• Lift the model off the ground just a few inches and concentrate on balancing the
throttle stick position so that the model holds a steady hover altitude. In some
cases it may be best to make a few short “hops” to an altitude of just a few inches
until you become familiar with the control inputs and trim settings required to
maintain a steady hover and altitude.
As you will find, the Blade mCX S300 requires minor throttle adjustments to maintain
its altitude in hover. Remember to keep these throttle adjustments as minimal as
possible as large adjustments could result in a loss of control and/or a possible
crash.
• While attempting to establish a low-level hover, you can also check to see if any
trim adjustments are required to help keep the Blade mCX S300 from constantly
drifting in various directions. If you find the helicopter constantly drifts without
any directional control input, it will be best to land the model before making any
adjustments to the trim settings. Additional details regarding the location and
function of the trim buttons can be found in the “Understanding the Primary Flight
Controls” section of this manual.
If the nose of the helicopter is drifting to the left or right, you will need to adjust
the rudder trim.
If the helicopter is drifting forward or backward, you will need to adjust the
elevator trim.
If the helicopter is drifting to the left or right, you will need to adjust the
aileron trim.
Continue to make trim adjustments until the helicopter can hover at a low altitude
with very little drifting and directional control input. If the Blade mCX S300 is your
first helicopter model, it may be best to have the help of an experienced helicopter
pilot to trim the model for you before making your first flight.