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Dual Rates
The MLP4DSM transmitter included with your Blade mCX Tandem Rescue 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:
You may be required to make slight trim changes when switching back and
forth between low and high rates.
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 Tandem Rescue 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 Tandem Rescue is designed and intended to be
flown INDOORS ONLY.
Flying the Blade mCX Tandem Rescue
Note: Attempting to fly the helicopter without completely reading the
manual may cause injury to yourself and people in the vicinity, as
well as damaging the helicopter.
Having followed the proper 5-in-1 control unit initialization and arming procedures,
confirmed proper control of the servo and motors, and found a suitable flying area,
your Blade mCX Tandem Rescue 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 Tandem Rescue 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 Tandem Rescue 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 Tandem Rescue 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 need to adjust the
rudder trim.
If the helicopter is drifting forward or backward, you need to adjust the elevator
trim.
If the helicopter is drifting to the left or right, you need to adjust the aileron trim.
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