Assembly InstructIons Vibe 500e Specifications Overall Length ......33.25 in (844.55mm) Height ........11.75 in (298.45mm) Main Rotor Diameter ...37.75 in (958.85mm) Tail Rotor Diameter ......7.3 in (185mm) Main Gear Ratio ........7.08:1 or 6.54:1 Tail Gear Ratio ............4.5:1 Weight (without battery) ....3.9 lb (1800 g)
tAble of contents Introduction .................3 Attaching the Motor ........... 24 Key Features .................3 5-3A Installing Mini Servos Part 1......24 Preassembly Warning ............4 5-3B Installing Mini Servos Part 2......25 Recommended Radio System ........4 5-4A Installing Standard Servos Part 1 ....25 Items Required to Complete Assembly ......5 5-4B Installing Standard Servos Part 2 ....
Enter the Vibe 500e. JR’s latest foray into electric helicopter design has the benefit of drawing on years of glow heli development, producing a platform built from the ground up to dominate. The design is all new, and was conceived with one goal in mind—being the smoothest, most precise electric helicopter available.
PreAssembly WArnIng When first opening your helicopter, you will notice that all of the parts are packaged and numbered to coordinate with the assembly step numbers of this instruction manual. All small hardware (nuts, bolts, washers, etc.) for each step is separated and packaged separately within the main parts bags. When beginning a section, you will need to open only the bag with the corresponding number to the section you are going to start.
1-1A AttAchIng the servo AdAPters Note: Either Mini Servos ………×16 such as the DS3517 or Standard Servos such as the Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×8 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6 x 8 (16 Pcs) DS821 can be installed. If ………………×16 using Mini Servos, install the servo adapters Nylon Lock Nut, M2.6 as shown.
AttAchIng the guIde roller ……………×4 Guide Roller Assembly (2 Pcs) Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×6 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6 x 6 (4 Pcs) Main Frame R Main Frame L AttAchIng the beArIng cAse And frAme suPPort ……………×6 SG Twist Support, Upper (2 Pcs) HG Bearing Case (2 Pcs) Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×8 ……………×8...
AttAchIng the body cAtch …………×3 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×8 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6 x 8 (3 Pcs) Body Catch 23mm (2 Pcs) Body Catch Mount Body Catch 4mm SG Body Mount Plate (Rear) (2 Pcs) AttAchIng the frAme brIdge …………… ×2 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×6 ……………...
AttAchIng the rAdIus suPPort ……………×4 Radius Support Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×8 ……………×4 Self-Tapping Screw, M2.6×10 Self-Tapping Screw, M2.6 x 10 (4 Pcs) Socket Head Bolt, M2.6 x 8 (4 Pcs) HG Cross Member 25mm (2 Pcs) AttAchIng the bAttery mount Flat Head Screw, M2.6 x 5 (6 Pcs) ……………×6 Flat Head Screw, M2.6×5...
AttAchIng the lAndIng geAr ………×4 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×12 …………………×4 Flat Washer, M2.6 Note: After the landing gear is installed, fully tighten the bolts left loose from Step 1-5. (×4) Soft Flat Washer, M2.6 (4 Pcs) Landing Gear Socket Head Bolt, M2.6 x 12 (4 Pcs) AttAchIng the tAIl Pulley cAse ……………×2 Tail Boom L470...
AttAchIng the tAIl outPut shAft ……………×2 Setscrew, M3×4 …………×2 (×2) Socket Head Bolt, M2×6 ………………×2 Polyslider washer 4.1×6.5×0.13 Tail Pulley Side Tail Case Cross Member Setscrew, M3 x 4 (2 Pcs) If the Tail Pulley has too much play (to the left and right) install the included Polyslider washers to adjust.
AttAchIng the tAIl PItch control lever 1 ……………×2 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×6 Socket Head Bolt, M2.6 x 6 (2 Pcs) Apply a thin and even layer of red threadlock to adhere Tail Pitch Control Bearing Collar(2 Pcs) AttAchIng the tAIl PItch control lever 2 …………×2 Tail PC Slide Bolt ……………×1...
AttAchIng the gyro mount …………×4 Gyro Mount Self-Tapping Screw, 2.6×8 Self-Tapping Screw, M2.6 x 8 (4 Pcs) AssemblIng the boom suPPorts Note: Prior to assembly, lightly sand Assemble 2 Boom the ends of the carbon boom supports Supports to ensure a good bond with the boom support ends.
AttAchIng the boom suPPorts Note: Do not fully tighten M3 x 35 ……………………×2 socket head bolt at this time. This Socket Head Bolt, Socket Head Bolt, M3×10 bolt will be tightened in step 3-5 M3 x 35 when the belt tension has been set. …×1 Socket Head Bolt, M3×35 ……………………………×1...
AttAchIng the mAIn drIve geAr - front Pulley ………×2 Main Shaft Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×15 …………………×2 Note: Install the Main Shaft in the proper Setscrew, M3×3 direction as shown through the top bearing block, then through the Main Shaft Collar, …………………×1 Front Pulley, Main Drive Gear Assembly, Auto Rotation Collar, Main Shaft Spacer, and...
AssemblIng the sWAshPlAte And WAshout Assembly …………×2 Flat Head Screw, M2 x 8 (9 Pcs) Joint Ball (9 Pcs) Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×10 ……………×9 Flat Head Screw, M2×8 120° Swashplate Assembly Note: Assemble 2 Washout Arm Assemblies Washout Arm (2 Pcs) Washout Arm Collar (2 Pcs) Socket Head Screw, M2.6 x 10 (2 Pcs)
AssemblIng the mAIn blAde holder And rotor hub 1 Socket Head Bolt, M3 x 6 O-ring 5.2 x 10.4 x 2.6 (4 Pcs) Main Blade Holder Assembly (2 Pcs) Parts Bags 1=50° 2=70° Note: For 3D performance Head Button Assemble 2 install 70°...
AttAchIng the seesAW ……………×2 Button Head Bolt, M2.5×6 ………………×2 Seesaw center Collar Apply a light, even coat of red threadlock to uniformly adhere. Seesaw Center Collar (2 Pcs) Button Head Bolt, M2.5 x 6 (2 Pcs) Seesaw Assembly AttAchIng the seesAW Arm ……………×4 Flat Head Screw, M2×8 Joint Ball (4 Pcs)
AttAchIng the mAIn rotor heAd …………×1 Special Socket Head Bolt, M3 x 18 Specil Socket Head Bolt, M3×18 ………………………×1 Nylon Lock Nut, M3 Note: Be certain that the washout pins engage in the slots in the Nylon Lock Nut, M3 Washout Base to ensure the phase is correct.
AttAchIng the PAddle decAls Paddle Decal (4 Pcs) Degrease Paddle (2 Pcs) 4-10 AttAchIng the PAddle (×4) ……×4 Paddle Stopper (2 Pcs) Setscrew, M3×4 Apply a small amount of CA glue when installing the Paddle Stopper. This side to outside. This side to inside.
4-11 InstAllIng mAIn rotor heAd lInKAges ………………×2 Screw Rod, M2.3×12 …×2 Screw Rod, M2.3×30 Screw Rod, M2.3 x 30 (2 Pcs) Double Link A (2 Pcs) Screw Rod, M2.3 x 12 (2 Pcs) Cut Universal Link (4 Pcs) Universal Link (4 Pcs) If a replacement Universal Link S is purchased for repair, cut it by 3mm for this assembly.
AttAchIng the motor Flat Washer, M2.6 (4 Pcs) Socket Head Bolt, M2.6 x 10 (4 Pcs) …………×4 Note: Align pinion Socket Head Bolt, M2.6×10 gear of motor with spur gear as shown. …………………×4 Flat Washer, M2.6 5-3A InstAllIng mInI servos PArt 1 …………×12 Self-Tapping Screw, M2.6×10 …………………×12...
rAdIo system PrePArAtIon The following preparations are suggested for use with JR® radio systems. However, these procedures are applicable to most other brand radio systems. These suggested adjustments are necessary to ensure correct installation and attachment of the control linkages and servo horns. TRANSMITTER PREPARATION Set all trim levers, knobs, and switches to the neutral or zero positions.
understAndIng ccPm control systems 120 3-SERVO CCPM SWASHPLATE MIXING The JR® 120° CCPM or Cyclic Collective Pitch Mixing system offers the user a control system that can accomplish the same control inputs as a one-servo standard system, but with increased precision and reduced complexity. As with the one servo system, the JR CCPM system utilizes three servos for the three main controls: aileron (roll), elevator (pitch), and collective.
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understAndIng ccPm control systems The JR 120° three servo CCPM relies on the radio’s special CCPM swashplate mixing, rather than a conventional mechanical mixer that is utilized to achieve the same results. The radio’s 120° 3-servo CCPM function automatically mixes the three servos to provide the correct mixing inputs for aileron (roll), elevator (pitch), and collective.
ImPortAnt ccPm ProgrAmmIng do’s And don’ts A. TRAVEL ADJUST It is extremely important that the travel adjustment values for the three CCPM servos (aileron, elevator and Aux1) be initially set to exactly the same travel value. If the travel value is not similar for each servo, it will create unwanted pitching and rolling of the swashplate during collective pitch inputs.
ccPm softWAre InItIAl Adjustments RADIO SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (NOT INCLUDED) 6-channel or greater RC helicopter system with 120° CCPM function CCPM-Ready JR Radio Systems Most current JR and Spektrum heli radio systems (12X, X9303 2.4, XP9303, DX7se, DX7, DX6i, as well as older 10 series systems) are equipped with 120°...
jr 12X ProgrAmmIng The following activation and setup procedure should be used for JR 12X systems. Prior to activating the CCPM function, it is first suggested that the data reset function be performed to reset the desired model number to be used back to the factory default settings.
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C) CCPM Activation Move the roll selector to highlight the SWASH TYP function, then press the roll selector to access the swashplate type function. Press the roll selector to access the variations of CCPM mixing, then move the roll selector to select the CCPM type (120).
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E) Servo Reversing Move the roll selector and highlight REV.SW on the screen, then press the roll selector to enter the function. Next, reverse channel 2 by moving the roll selector, and pressing as needed to change from NORM to REV. Press the LST key to return to the menu.
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H) Throttle Hold Setting Move the roll selector to highlight the THRO HOLD function, then press the roll selector to enter the function. Activate the throttle hold function. Set the hold position in this function so that when the throttle hold switch is pulled, the motor does not run with the throttle stick at idle and throttle trim set at the idle position.
jr X9303 2.4 And XP9303: ProgrAmmIng The following activation and setup procedure should be used for the JR 9303 systems. Prior to activating the CCPM function, it is first suggested that the data reset function be performed to reset the desired model number to be used back to the factory default settings.
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C) CCPM Activation Move the roll selector to highlight the SWASH TYP function, then press the roll selector to access the swashplate type function. Press the roll selector to access the variations of CCPM mixing, then move the roll selector to select the desired CCPM type (120).
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E) Servo Reversing Move the roll selector and highlight REV.SW on the screen, then press the roll selector to enter the function. Next, reverse channel 2 by moving the Roll selector, and pressing as needed to change from NORM to REV. Press the LST key to return to the menu.
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H) Throttle Hold Setting Move the roll selector to highlight the THRO HOLD function, then press the roll selector to enter the function. Activate the throttle hold function. Set the hold position in this function so that when the throttle hold switch is pulled, the motor does not run with the throttle stick at idle and throttle trim set at the idle position.
jr 7202 And sPeKtrum dX7se And dX7: ProgrAmmIng The following activation and setup procedure should be used for the JR 7202, Spektrum DX7se and DX7 systems. Prior to activating the CCPM function, it is first suggested that the data reset function be performed to reset the desired model number to be used back to the factory default settings.
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C) Input Select function Press the DOWN key until the INPUT SELECT function is displayed, then set AUX 2 or GEAR to GYRO. If using a 7 channel receiver, either the Gear or Aux 2 channels can be used for the Gyro gain. If using a 6-channel receiver, use the Gear channel press the down and select keys together to exit the system menu.
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E) Servo Reversing Press the UP key to select the REVERSING function. Next, reverse channel 2 by selecting the channel with the SELECT key, and pressing the INCREASE key as needed to change from NORM to REV. F) Travel Adjustment Press the UP key to select the TRAVEL ADJUST function.
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G) CCPM Settings Press the UP key to select the SWASH MIX function. Change the value of the aileron, elevator, and pitch functions from the factory default setting using the INCREASE key and selecting the channel with the select key to the values as shown.
InstAllIng the servo Arms 90° 90° Caution: Unplug at least one of the 3 brushless motor leads from the speed control to the motor to prevent the motor from arming and running while setting up the servos and linkages. Failure to do this can lead to the motor running, possibly causing bodily injury and property damage.
AssemblIng the tAIl control rod Logo “JR PROPO” Tail Control Rod Guide Collar B (2 Pcs) Tail Control Rod L460 Logo “JR PROPO” Universal Link (2 Pcs) AttAchIng the tAIl control rod …………×2 Self-Tapping Screw, M2×8 Self-Tapping Screw, M2 x 8 (2 Pcs) Tail Control Rod Guide B (2 Pcs) 160mm Approx.
bAsIc Adjustment After Assembly following information is very important and has a great eff ect on fl ight performance. Read it thoroughly to fully understand the contents. The Helicopter does not work properly without fi rst performing basic settings in the Radio and of the helicopter mechanics. Optimum settings of each helicopter can only be made following a test fl ight.
bAlAncIng the mAIn rotor blAdes Main Rotor Blades (2 Pcs) Not Included Static Balance After adjusting the longitudinal balance, adjust the balance of the two rotors together (static balance). Bolt the blades together and hang from some light string. If one blade Longitudinal Balance drops and the other rises, wrap tape Place the rotor blades on a desk edge or a...
levelIng the sWAshPlAte CCPM SERVO CENTERING WITH THE SUB-TRIM FUNCTION It may be necessary to make minor servo centering adjustments with the use of the sub-trim function to achieve the desired servo arm positions. Adjust the sub-trim percentages through the radio system as necessary to make the servo wheels center properly.
PItch-to-AIleron mIXIng Adjustment PITCH-TO-AILERON MIXING ADJUSTMENT WITH TRAVEL ADJUST It is very possible that the travel of each servo varies slightly, which can cause the swashplate to be tilted to the left or right when the collective is moved to the extreme high and low pitch positions.
PItch-to-elevAtor mIXIng PITCH-TO-ELEVATOR MIXING ADJUSTMENT WITH TRAVEL ADJUST The total travel of each servo can vary slightly, which can also cause the swashplate to be tilted fore and aft when the collective is moved to the extreme high and low pitch positions. This situation can also be corrected if necessary through the use of the travel adjustment function.
tAIl servo Adjustment TAIL ROTOR SERVO SETTINGS Note: Please refer to the instructions for your gyro in addition to these notes. Please have your gyro connected to the receiver and the tail rotor servo plugged into the gyro while performing these checks. Servo Horn: The servo horn needs to be attached so that there is an angle of 90°...
fInAl servo Adjustment And rAdIo setuP Now that the radio system is completely installed into the helicopter, it’s necessary to check and adjust the following: 1. Servo Direction (Servo Reversing) Check to ensure that all servos have been set to the correct direction. 2.
PItch rAnge And curve settIngs Note: Flight modes #1 and #2 are Pitch Range Settings duplicated for safety. Throttle Curve Settings Flight Low Pitch Hovering Pitch High Pitch Application Mode (Low Stick) (Half Stick) (High Stick) Below are examples of possible throttle curves during Hovering -12º...
PItch Adjustment lInKAges Rotor Pitch Adjusting Rod Rotor Pitch Adjusting Rod Sport The right figure above illustrates the 3-D set up assembled earlier. In this case, the high pitch is 12° and the low pitch is -12°, totaling to 24°, and the intermediate pitch is 0°.
blAde trAcKIng Adjustment Blade tracking is an adjustment to the main rotor blade pitch that must be accomplished during the initial test flights. Although the blade pitch angle in each blade may appear equal, it is still possible for a set of main rotor blades to run “out of track, ”...
generAl mAIntenAnce Check All Nuts and Bolts Tail Pitch Slider A helicopter is subject to high vibration during flight. Lubricate the tail pitch slider using light oil every 5–10 It is important to check that all screws, nuts and bolts flights to ensure smooth operation and reduce wear. are properly secured after each day of flying. It is also suggested that you perform a “quick”...
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rePAIr of AssemblIes Note: These assembly drawings are for reference only for repair Main Rotor Head Green information in the event of a crash or for servicing your helicopter. Main Blade Holder (2Pcs) Shield Bearing, 06 x 10 x 3 (4 Pcs) Drag Bolt Collar Shield Bearing, 03 x 06 x 2.5 (4 Pcs) Seesaw Arm (2 Pcs)
rePAIr of AssemblIes Tail Pulley Case Autorotation Unit Shield Bearing, F04 x 10 x 4 (2 Pcs) Washer, Large Tail Pulley Case One-Way Bearing, Inscribed Side Down Green Tail Pitch Control Lever Green Shield Bearing Autorotation Assembly F03 x 06 x 2.5 (2 Pcs) Washer, Small Shield Bearing, 03 x 06 x 2.5 (2 Pcs) Tail Rotor...
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rePlAcement PArts lIstIng Item# Description Quantity Remarks 960633 Servo Adapters ×4 961231 Main Shaft ×1 961238 Motor Mount ×1 Socket Head Bolt 961242 Front Pulley T72 ×1 961385 T12 Pinion Gear ×1 Setscrew, M4×4 961386 T13 Pinion Gear ×1 Setscrew, M4×4 961388 Frame Support Plate(Lower) ×2...
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rePlAcement PArts lIstIng 61303 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Assembly Assembly 61300 996342 Manual Manual Overall Length ......33.25 in (844.55mm) Height ........11.75 in (298.45mm) Main Rotor Diameter ...37.75 in (958.85mm) Tail Rotor Diameter ......7.3 in (185mm) Main Gear Ratio ........7.08:1 or 6.54:1 Tail Gear Ratio ............4.5:1 Weight (without battery) ....
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rePlAcement PArts lIstIng Item# Description Quantity Remarks 960036 Antenna Pipe ×3 960072 Rubber Grommet ×4 960661 Tail Rod Guide B (2 Pcs) ×2 Includes Tail Rod Guide Collar B 961243 Tail Support Clamp ×1 961244 Skid ×1 961248 Hook and Loop Strap M ×2 230mm 961286...
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rePlAcement PArts lIstIng Item# Description Quantity Remarks 960056 Tail PC Link ×2 PC Link Only 960556 Tail PC Link B ×1 961201 Tail Slide Ring ×1 Bearing 961252 Tail Drive Belt (40S2M1224G) ×1 961276 Long Tail Rotor Blade(BK) ×2 961277 Tail Rotor Grip ×2 Bearing/Joint Ball...
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Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products property of others. purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in...
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Product or other property. repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or replacement This Product is not intended for use by children without decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby. direct adult supervision. The Product manual contains Non-Warranty Repairs instructions for safety, operation and maintenance.
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