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Page 1: Specifications
Mini ShowTime 4D ARF Assembly Manual Specifications Wingspan: 43 in (1090mm) Length: 42 in (1065mm) Wing Area: 414 sq in (26.7 sq dm) Weight w/o Battery: 23–24 oz (650–680 g) Weight w/Battery: 26–29 oz (795–820 g) Radio: 6 channels w/ 4 servos... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
HANU866 Landing Gear Installation ............8 Bright Yellow HANU872 Outrunner Motor Installation ..........10 Deep Blue HANU873 Cowling Installation ............11 Lite White HANU973 Aileron Hinging ..............15 Transparent Blue HANU954 Aileron Servos and Linkages ..........17 Wing Installation ..............20 Stabilizer and Elevator............21 Rudder and Fin ..............24 Rudder and Elevator Servos ..........26 Final Assembly ..............28 Optional Side Force Generator Installation ......31 Control Throws ..............32 Center of Gravity ...............33 Range Test Your Radio ............33 Preflight ................34 Flying Your Mini ShowTime ..........34 2007 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ..35 E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 3: Contents Of Kit/Parts Layout
EFLA200 Micro Control Horns Needle-nose pliers EFLA203 Micro Control Connectors Medium grit sandpaper EFLA219 Steerable Tailwheel Assembly T-pins EFLA222 Foam Park Wheels, 1 -inch Paper towels EFLA213 E-flite/JR/Horizon Decals Hobby knife Ruler Square String or dental floss Pliers Adhesives 6-minute epoxy Canopy glue Thin CA Optional Accessories EFLA110 Power Meter HAN172 H angar 9 Digital Servo and Rx Current Meter EFLA214 Micro Pull-Pull Set E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 4: Required Radio Equipment
Proper throttle management is required SPM6100 AR6100 DSM2 6CH Rx (for DX7 only) to achieve optimum performance and prevent shortened battery life. EFLRS75 E-flite S75 sub-micro servo (4) JSP98110 6-inch (150mm) Servo Extention (2) JSP98120 18-inch (458mm) Servo Extention (2) E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 5: Notes On Lithium Polymer Batteries
(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON- bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open areas, INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A preferably at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT. THE PURCHASER flying sites, following all instructions included with your radio. ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED Keep loose items that can get entangled in the propeller away THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS from the prop, including loose clothing, or other objects such as OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE. pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands away from (c) Purchaser Remedy- Horizon's sole obligation hereunder the propeller. shall be that Horizon will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Warranty Period In the event of a defect, these are the Purchaser's exclusive remedies. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products equipment involved in a warranty claim. Repair or replacement purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. This warranty and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser. 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 not cover damage due to improper installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 6: Damage Limits
Product or other property. This Product is not intended for use Your original sales receipt must also be included for warranty by children without direct adult supervision. The Product manual consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton. essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate Warranty Inspection and Repairs correctly and avoid damage or injury. To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 7: Non-Warranty Repairs
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. Champaign, Illinois 61822 • C arefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery All other Products requiring warranty inspection or repair should packs, etc.) that you use. be shipped to the following address: • K eep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of Horizon Product Support the reach of children. 4105 Fieldstone Road • M oisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure Champaign, Illinois 61822 to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose. Please call 8-04-0 with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 8: Landing Gear Installation
Note: You may consider using a larger diameter wheel, such as 2 -inch (58mm) (EFLA224), if your flying site has rough terrain. By using a larger wheel, you will not be able to use the included wheel pants. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 9 2. Slide the 4-40 x 1-inch machine screw through one of 4. With the fuselage level to the work surface, rotate the wheel pant so it is also level to your work surface. Mark the 1 -inch wheels. Slide a black #4 washer so it fits the location for the attachment screw using a felt-tipped against the wheel. Next secure a 4-40 lock nut against pen. the washer. Make sure the wheel still spins freely. Thread a 4-40 nut onto the bolt. This nut will fit inside the wheel pant and keep the wheel pant from rotating. 3. Attach the wheel to the landing gear using a black #4 washer and 4-40 lock nut. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 10: Outrunner Motor Installation
Note: This section covers the installation of the recommended Park 480 Outrunner motor. The holes in the firewall match the mounting pattern of the X-mount. 1. Attach the supplied aluminum motor X-mount to the motor using the screws provided with the motor. The wider section of the mount will be positioned toward the motor wires. 6. Secure the pant to the landing gear with a 2mm x 6mm wood screw. 7. Repeat Steps 2 through 6 for the remaining wheel and wheel pant. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 11: Cowling Installation
2mm x 8mm wood screw (4) Propeller Spinner Prop adapter (for outrunner motor) Electronic speed control Required Tools and Adhesives Drill Drill bit: -inch (1.5mm), -inch (3mm) Card stock Masking tape Screwdriver (Phillips #0) Hook and loop material Important Information About Your Brushless ESC Make sure your ESC brake is programmed to Off. Also, be sure to use an ESC with the proper 9V cutoff when using 3-cell Li-Po packs, or 6V cutoff when using 2-cell Li-Po packs. Important Information About Your Propeller It is also very important to check to be sure the propeller is balanced before installing onto the shaft. An unbalanced propeller may strip the gears or cause poor flight characteristics. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 12 1. Solder any connectors to the speed control to connect 3. Slide the propeller adapter through the hole in to the motor battery and motor if necessary. Connect the the propeller. ESC to the motor and secure it to the bottom of the motor box using hook and loop material. Actual ESC location may vary but proper air flow and cooling is important. 4. Slide the -inch (13mm) plastic washer onto the adapter. 2. Connect the speed control to the radio system and motor battery. Check that the motor is rotating in the correct direction. It will rotate counterclockwise when viewed from the front of the aircraft. Use the instructions with your speed control to correct a motor that is operating in the wrong direction. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
- Page 13 5. Slide the spinner backplate onto the adapter. Thread 7. Slide the cowling on the fuselage. With the propeller the propeller nut onto the adapter, but do not tighten it adapter on the motor shaft, position the cowl so there is at this time. a gap between the spinner and cowling. 8. Use a -inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill holes through the cowling and into the sides of the fuselage. 6. Tape four pieces of card stock to the fuselage to indicate the locations for the cowl attaching screws and the front edge of the fuselage. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
- Page 14 Note: Make sure to check the balance of the propeller after enlarging the hole in the propeller. Hint: Use thin CA to harden the holes drilled into the cowl mounting tabs. This will help to prevent the screws from vibrating loose in flight. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 15: Aileron Hinging
Note: Do not use CA accelerator during the hinging process. The CA must be allowed to soak into the hinge to provide the best bond. Using accelerator will not provide enough time for this process. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 16 Note: Placing a #11 hobby blade between the aileron leading edge and wing trailing edge to position the aileron will result in a nice free-moving hinge for 3D throws without any binding. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 17: Aileron Servos And Linkages
Required Tools and Adhesives Side cutters Hobby knife 6-minute epoxy String or dental floss Phillips screwdriver (small) Note: We suggest using the long 3D servo arms for the Mini ShowTime. Replace all existing arms before installing the servos. 1. Attach a 6-inch (150mm) servo extension. Use string or dental floss to secure the servo lead and extension to prevent them from unplugging in flight. 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the remaining aileron. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 18 2. Place the servo in the wing. Guide the servo lead out 3. Secure the aileron servo using the screws provided through the opening at the wing root. with the servo. 4. Use a hobby knife to enlarge the inboard hole in the control horn to fit the 4-inch (102mm) long aileron pushrod wire. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
- Page 19 5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for the other wing panel. 7. Attach the micro control connector to both servo arms. Be sure to use the included retainer to secure the micro control connector to the servo arms. 6. Use 6-minute epoxy to attach the control horn to the aileron. Attach the control horns for both the right and left ailerons at this time. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 20: Wing Installation
8. Turn on the radio system and center the aileron trim and stick. Make sure the aileron servo is operating Required Parts properly using the transmitter. Slide the pushrod wire through the micro connector. Install the servo arm parallel Fuselage Wing (right and left) to the aileron hinge line. Center the aileron, and secure Wing tube #4 washer (silver) (2) the position of the wire using the 2mm x 4mm screw and 4-40 x -inch socket head screw (2) a Phillips screwdriver. Required Tools and Adhesives Hex wrench: -inch 6-minute epoxy Pliers 1. Slide the wing tube into a wing panel. 9. Use side cutters to remove any excess wire, leaving 2. Remove the hatch from the bottom of the fuselage about (5mm) excess wire past the control connector. using a -inch hex wrench. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 21: Stabilizer And Elevator
Stabilizer and Elevator 2. Slide the wing panel with tube into position on the fuselage. Required Parts Fuselage w/wing installed Stabilizer Elevator CA hinge (4) Required Tools and Adhesives Hobby knife Felt-tipped pen Ruler T-pins Thin CA 1. Position the stabilizer into the slot in the aft end of the fuselage. Check that the stabilizer is centered in the fuselage. 3. Secure the wing panel using a 4-40 x -inch socket head screw with #4 washer (silver) using a -inch hex wrench. 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the remaining wing panel. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 22 5. Use a sharp hobby knife to cut the covering slightly inside the lines drawn. Be very careful not to cut into the underlying wood, as this will weaken the stab and cause 3. View the airframe from the rear and make sure the it to fail in flight. wing and stab are parallel. If not, lightly sand the stab saddle until they are. Wing and Stabilizer Parallel Note: You can use a soldering iron instead of a knife. This will eliminate the chances of cutting into the wood. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
- Page 23 fuselage. Continue outward to the center hinges, then the hinges at the tips. Be careful not to damage the joiner section of the elevators. 8 . Check the alignment and make sure everything lines up. Wick Thin CA into the joint between the fuselage and stabilizer. Make sure to glue both top and bottom. Do not use accelerator— to allow the CA to wick in the joint, providing the best bond possible. 7. Follow the same procedure for hinging the ailerons to hinge the stabilizer/elevator. Use six hinges for this step. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 24: Rudder And Fin
Rudder and Fin 2. Hinge the rudder and fin, using the same process as described in Aileron Hinging. Use three hinges for Required Parts this process. Fuselage Rudder Fin CA hinge (3) Tail wheel assembly Required Tools and Adhesives Hobby knife Thin CA Felt-tipped pen Square 6-minute epoxy Medium grit sandpaper 1. Roughen the tail wheel assembly using medium grit sandpaper. Use 6-minute epoxy to glue the tail wheel assembly into the rudder. 3. Place the fin in position on the fuselage. Trace the outline of the fuselage onto both sides of the fin. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 25 4. Remove the covering from the bottom of the fin using 6. Use thin CA to glue the fin to the fuselage. the same technique used for the stabilizer. 5. Position the fin back onto the fuselage. Use a square to check the alignment between the fin and stabilizer. Lightly sand the bottom of the fin until the alignment is correct. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 26: Rudder And Elevator Servos
Phillips screwdriver (small) Hobby knife 6-minute epoxy 1. Secure an 18-inch (457mm) servo extension to the servo. Mount the elevator servo using the hardware provided with the servo. Hint: It is easiest to pass the extension through the former, then to the rear of the fuselage and retrieve it at the opening for the servo. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 27 Note: The Mini ShowTime is designed to use an optional pull-pull rudder linkage when using a lightweight motor elevator servo arm. Pass the elevator pushrod wire and battery. The items for the pull-pull system are through the connector. With the radio on and elevator available separately. trim centered, center the elevator. Secure the elevator pushrod wire using the 2mm x 4mm screw and a small 5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for the rudder servo and Phillips screwdriver. linkage using the 5 -inch (143mm) pushrod wire. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 28: Final Assembly
Battery Battery hatch 4-40 x 1-inch socket head bolt (2) #4 washer (2) Hook and loop tape Hook and loop strap Required Tools and Adhesives Hex wrench: -inch Felt-tipped pen Canopy glue Note: Make sure the rods are positioned so they don't interfere with the operation of the rudder and elevator linkages. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 29 2. Replace the bottom hatch on the fuselage and secure it the receiver. Mount the receiver to the inside of the using the two 4-40 screws. fuselage using hook and loop material. Route the antenna wire through the bottom of the fuselage to the rear, or as directed by your radio instruction manual. 3. Place the canopy into position on the fuselage. Use a felt-tipped pen to trace the outline of the canopy onto the fuselage. Note: Do not cut or change the length of the antenna wire, as this will reduce the range of your radio system. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
- Page 30 4. Use medium grit sandpaper to roughen the covering 5. Use Formula 560 canopy glue to glue the canopy to the fuselage. Use masking tape to hold the canopy in -inch (3mm) inside the line drawn. Also roughen the position until the glue fully cures. outside -inch (3mm) of the canopy. Clean the sanded areas using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol. 6. Remove the battery hatch from the fuselage by pulling upward on the tab. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual...
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Page 31: Optional Side Force Generator Installation
Note: Place a piece of hook and loop tape on the bottom of the battery and on the fuselage where the battery rests. This will keep the battery from shifting forward or backward during extreme maneuvers. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 32: Control Throws
Center of Gravity 2. Remove the covering from the blind nuts in the wing using a hobby knife. Attach the Side Force Generator to An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is properly the wing. balancing the model. Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step! The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for the Mini ShowTime is 4 inches (114mm) back measured from the center of the leading edge of the wing next to the fuselage. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the remaining Side Force Generator. After your first flights, the Center of Gravity can be adjusted for personal preference. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 33: Range Test Your Radio
Range Test Your Radio 4. Use a throw gauge to adjust the throw of the elevator, ailerons and rudder. Adjust the position of the pushrod at the control horn, or the travel/endpoint adjustments 1. Before each flying session, be sure to range check of your computer transmitter, to achieve the following your radio. This is accomplished by turning on your measurements when moving the sticks to their endpoints. transmitter with the antenna collapsed. Turn on the receiver in your airplane. With your airplane on the ground and the engine running, you should be able to walk 30 paces (approximately 100 feet) away from your airplane and still have complete control of all functions. If not, don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment checked out by the manufacturer. 2. Double-check that all controls (aileron,elevator, rudder and throttle) move in the correct direction. 3. Be sure that your transmitter batteries are fully charged, per the instructions included with your radio. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 34: Preflight
Especially keep your hands away from the propeller. To land the Mini ShowTime just reduce the throttle to idle and feed in up elevator until the model settles into a slightly nose Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder and high attitude. Gently fly the model down to the landing spot with throttle) move in the correct direction. a final flair at touchdown. You will find the model will have a Check the radio installation and make sure all the control very short roll out. We hope you enjoy the Mini ShowTime as surfaces are moving correctly (i.e. the correct direction and with much as we do. the recommended throws). Test run the motor and make sure Happy landings. it transitions smoothly from off to full throttle and back. Also ensure the engine is installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and it will operate consistently. Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises to make sure they are secure and in good condition. Replace any items that would be considered questionable. Failure of any of these components in flight would mean the loss of your aircraft. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... -
Page 35: 2007 Official Ama National Model Aircraft Safety Code
6) I will not operate models with metal-bladed propellers or with safety requirements will be per the RC Combat section of the gaseous boosts, in which gases other than air enter their internal current Competition Regulations. combustion engine(s); nor will I operate models with extremely 7) At air shows or model flying demonstrations, a single straight line hazardous fuels such as those containing tetranitromethane or must be established, one side of which is for flying, with the other hydrazine. side for spectators. RADIO CONTROL 8) With the exception of events flown under AMA Competition rules, 1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground range after launch, except for pilots or helpers being used, no powered check before the first flight of a new or repaired model. model may be flown closer than 25 feet to any person. 2) I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I 9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a become a qualified flier, unless assisted by an experienced helper. powered model in flight. 3) At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be established in front of which all flying takes place with the other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with flying the aircraft are allowed at or in front of the flight line. Intentional flying behind the flight line is prohibited. E-flite Mini ShowTime ARF Assembly Manual... - Page 36 © 2007 Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign, Illinois 61822 (877) 504-0233 horizonhobby.com E-fliteRC.com 104...