E-FLITE EFLH2200 Instruction Manual
E-FLITE EFLH2200 Instruction Manual

E-FLITE EFLH2200 Instruction Manual

Blade mcx

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EFLH2200
DSM and DSM2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, Inc.
The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc.
Spektrum radios and accessories are exclusively available from Horizon Hobby, Inc.
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RTF Instruction Manual

Specifications

Length .................................................7.9 in (200mm)
Height .................................................4.7 in (120mm)
Main Rotor Diameter .............................7.5 in (190mm)
Weight with Battery ...............................1.0 oz (28 g)
Main Motor ..........................................Micro coreless (2 installed)
Battery .................................................1S 3.7V 110mAh LiPo (included)
Charger ................................................1S 3.7V DC LiPo (included)
Transmitter ..........................................MLP4DSM 2.4GHz DSM2 4-channel (included)
On-Board Electronics .............................5-in-1 receiver/servos/mixer/ESCs/gyro (installed)

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  • Page 1: Specifications

    RTF Instruction Manual EFLH2200 DSM and DSM2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, Inc. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. Spektrum radios and accessories are exclusively available from Horizon Hobby, Inc. E-flite products are distributed exclusively by ®...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Specifications ..................1 Introduction .................... 3 Warning ....................3 Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ............4 Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union .... 4 Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings ..........4 Introduction FCC Information ..................
  • Page 3: Note On Lithium Polymer Batteries

    • Never operate the model out into the street or populated areas Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries for any reason. Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly more volatile than • Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional alkaline or Ni Cd/Ni MH batteries used in RC applications. All support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that manufacturer’s instructions and warnings must be followed you use.
  • Page 4: Blade Mcx Rtf Contents

    Blade mCX RTF Contents • Install the flight battery in the helicopter (once it has been fully charged) Item Description • Test the controls Not Available Separately ... . Blade mCX RTF Airframe • Familiarize yourself with the controls EFLH1064 ..... . MLP4DSM 4-Channel Transmitter, 2.4GHz DSM2 • Find a suitable area for flying EFLB1101S .
  • Page 5 unused condition to the place of purchase immediately. LiPo cells should not be discharged to less than 3V each under load. In the case of the 1S LiPo battery used for the Blade® mCX, you will • You must charge the included 1S 3.7V 110mAh LiPo battery in a safe not want to allow the battery to fall to below 3V during flight. area away from flammable materials.
  • Page 6: Battery Charging

    Battery Charging 15–20 times before it will be necessary to replace the AA batteries in the It is important that you only charge the included 1S 3.7V 110mAh charger. Replacing the included batteries with alkaline batteries will extend LiPo Battery (EFLB1101S) with the included 1S 3.7V DC LiPo the AA battery life.
  • Page 7: Transmitter Control Identification

    Transmitter Control Identification Control Test Note: Each time before you fly you should ALWAYS turn the Although each Blade mCX model is test flown at the factory, it is a good transmitter on before connecting the flight battery to the 5-in-1 idea to test the controls prior to the first flight to ensure none of the servos, unit.
  • Page 8 Move the elevator stick on the transmitter forward and aft to check elevator With the stick pushed right, the left-hand servo should push the swashplate pitch control. When the stick is pushed forward, the right-hand servo (when upward. viewing the helicopter from behind) should pull the swashplate downward. Mode 2 Mode 2 Mode 1...
  • Page 9: 5-In-1 Control Unit Description, Arming And Motor Control Test

    5-in-1 Control Unit Description, Arming and • After confirming that the transmitter has been turned on and that the LED Motor Control Test is glowing solid red, it is now safe to connect the flight battery to the 5-in-1 unit. The unique 5-in-1 Control Unit installed on your Blade mCX is a lightweight combination of main motor electronic speed controls, mixer, gyro, servos and Spektrum DSM2 compatible receiver.
  • Page 10: Understanding The Primary Flight Controls

    Understanding the Primary Flight Controls • Once you have placed the helicopter in a safe area, free of obstructions, and are clear of the rotor blades, you can safely If you are not familiar with the controls of your Blade mCX, begin to power up the model to check for proper operation of the please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before motors.
  • Page 11 Moving the left-hand stick to the left will turn (yaw) the nose of the helicopter The elevator stick controls pitch fore/aft. Pushing the stick forward will pitch to the left about the axis of the main shaft. This is accomplished by the nose of the helicopter downward, allowing the helicopter to be flown increasing the speed of the lower main rotor blade while decreasing the forward.
  • Page 12: Dual Rates

    Moving the aileron stick to the right will roll the helicopter to the right, When the transmitter is first powered on it will be in the high rate mode. allowing the helicopter to be flown to the right. 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 Mode 2 Helicopter Slides Right...
  • Page 13: Flying The Blade Mcx

    Flying the Blade mCX 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 Having followed the proper 5-in-1 control unit initialization and arming aileron trim.
  • Page 14: Transmitter And Receiver Binding

    Exploded View Parts Listing ALSO BE SURE THAT THE THROTTLE TRIM IS SET TO THE MIDDLE POSITION OR TO A POSITION THAT IS LOWER THAN THE MIDDLE. Failure to lower the throttle stick to the lowest possible position in the event Exploded View Description Included In...
  • Page 15: Exploded View

    Exploded View Servo Unit (2) EFLH1066 5-in-1 Control Unit (1) EFLH1065 Insulating Washer (2) EFLH2225 Screw M0.8x2.5mm (8) EFLH2225 028 Body/Canopy (1) EFL2227Y Inner Shaft Main Gear (1) EFLH2211 Inner Shaft Main Gear Retaining Collar (1) EFLH2211 Landing Skid and Battery Mount (1 EFLH2222 Screw M1.2x2.5mm (1) EFLH2225...
  • Page 16: Replacement Parts List

    Swashplate Set: BMCX Warranty Period EFLH2217 Lower Rotor Head & Linkage Set: BMCX Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the EFLH2218 Servo Pushrod Set: BMCX date of purchase by the Purchaser.
  • Page 17: Damage Limits

    EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT. THE Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED in injury or damage to the Product or other property. This Product is not THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.
  • Page 18: Warranty Inspection And Repairs

    Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby. should be shipped to the following address: Horizon Technischer Service Non-Warranty Repairs Otto Hahn Str.

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