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Dual Rates
The MLP4DSM transmitter included with your Blade mCX2 RTF is equipped with a dual rate feature.
This feature allows the pilot the toggle between the high and low control rates available for the aileron,
elevator and rudder channels. To toggle between the high and low rates, push in on the right-hand
stick on the transmitter (while the transmitter is powered on).
The transmitter comes set in high-rate mode. You can tell you are in the high-rate mode when the LED
on the transmitter glows solid red. In high-rate mode the controls are allowed to reach their maximum
values, typically preferred by experienced pilots for maximum control authority.
Push the right-hand stick in while in high-rate mode to enter 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 most interested in reduced 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 low-rate-mode throttle smoother and easier to control.
Choosing a Flying Area
When ready for your first flight, select a relatively open indoor area free of people and obstructions.
While it is possible for experienced pilots to fly the Blade mCX2 in relatively small indoor areas with
great success, 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 properly trim 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 mCX2 is designed and intended to be flown INDOORS ONLY.
Flying the Blade mCX2
Note: In addition to reviewing the flight maneuvers outlined below, we recommend you watch Videos
located on the product page for the Blade mCX2 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 mCX2 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.
Aileron
Left
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