12 • TRAXXAS
Expert Mode
In
Expert Mode
, the 6-axis
flight control system (auto
leveling) is disabled, allowing
the pilot to have full control
over all aspects of flight. Expert
Mode is truly for experts. If you
find yourself flying
Ā
ton out of
control, press and hold the Air Brakes button or press the Return to Home
button. When flying in Expert Mode, move the flight stick toward
the highest side of the helicopter (left or right) to level it. Choose a
location that allows you to fly over grass or another soft surface.
From Film Mode with the helicopter landed and disarmed, click the
flight stick twice to activate Expert Mode. The transmitter will beep
3 times, the green LED will begin double flashing, and the LCD will
display EXPERT.
WARNING:
This mode is intended for expert level pilots only!
For more information on how to perform expert tricks and flips
and learn how to access the menu and advanced controls, visit
Traxxas.com for additional details and instructions.
CARING FOR YOUR HELICOPTER
• After each flight and immediately after any crash, inspect your model
for worn or damaged parts. If required, parts are available from your
local Traxxas hobby dealer or at Traxxas.com. For a complete parts list
and exploded view of your model, refer to the Service and Support
Guide in this manual.
• When not in use, store your model in its original packaging with the
batteries removed from the transmitter and helicopter.
• If you do not plan to fly your model for a week or more, store
the battery approximately 50% charged to maintain battery
performance and life. To achieve a 50% charge, fly the model until
the battery requires recharging. Charge the battery for half the time
typically required to fully charge the battery or fly the model until a
50% charge remains.
WARNING! Do not store or attempt to charge a swollen or
damaged battery!
See “Safety Precautions” on page 5 for more
information on LiPo batteries.
ROTOR BLADE INSTALLATION
The
Āton
’s rotor blades
are not identical. Each
blade is labeled with an
A or B. When installing
replacement rotor blades,
be certain to install the
rotor blades with the
corresponding A or B
for each of the legs (A or
B labels for the legs are
molded on the LED lens).
The helicopter will not fly
if the rotor blades are not
installed in the proper locations.
LED STATUS BAR
The LED Status Bar on the model is your flight information center. The
chart below defines common Status Bar messages.
B
A
A
B
Front
Click Twice
(Click again to return to
Film Mode)
Double
Flashing
Selecting Expert Mode (while disarmed)
x2
x2
Home Button Fast Flashing
:
Helicopter has landed away
from set home location
Arm/Disarm Button Flashing
:
Helicopter is disarmed
Power Indicator Flashing
:
Low batteries in transmitter;
land immediately
Home Button Slow Flashing
:
Helicopter returning to home
landing location
TRANSMITTER CODES
Power
GPS
Home
Info
On
(Working /
Available)
Linked to
transmitter
GPS signal
acquired
Home
location set
All systems
normal, Ready
to Fly
Off
(Not Available)
Battery
disconnected
–
Return to
Home not
available
Battery
disconnected
Slow Flashing
(Active)
Looking
for transmitter
signal
Searching
for satellites
Return to
Home active
Low battery
Fast Flashing
(User Action
Needed)
Transmitter
signal lost
–
Helicopter has
landed away
from the set
home location
–
Tone/Beep Pattern
Name
Description
Low-mid-high tone
Return to Home
Return to Home
button pressed
Low-mid-high tone +
1 beep
Out of Radio
Control Range
Radio signal loss or interference
Low-mid-high tone +
2 beeps
Geofence Breach
Āton has flown beyond
GPS-controlled boundary
(geofence)
Low-mid-high tone +
3 beeps
Low-Voltage
Failsafe
Transmitter or helicopter battery
is nearly discharged.
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