Protocol TracerJet with Gyro RC Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual for
TracerJet with Gyro RC Helicopter
Close-up of Remote Control
Thank you for your purchase of Protocol's TracerJet with Gyro RC
Helicopter. You are about to experience the best of what remote control
flight has to offer. We strongly recommend that you take the time to read this
Power/charging indicator
manual thoroughly. It contains many tips and instructions on how to get the
most of this aircraft, and maintain it for long life.
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Power switch
As with any aircraft, this is a precision flying machine. Treat it well and enjoy +
all the fun it has to offer, flight after flight.
Throttle
Parts Identification
Installing the Remote Control Batteries
1. Battery Installation
a. Make sure the power switch is off on the remote control before installing the batteries.
b. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the battery cover on the back of the remote control and insert 6
'AA' 1.5V alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery compartment (Fig. 1). Make sure to follow
indicated polarities (Fig. 2). Replace the battery cover and screw in. Do NOT over tighten.
Remote Control c. When the power light remains on after the remote is turned on, the batteries are working. When the
Helicopter
power light begins blinking, the batteries are dying and need to be replaced.
Battery Notes: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix different types of batteries. Only use 'AA' alkaline
Close-up of Helicopter batteries for this product. Remove batteries if this product not going to be used for a long time. Always remove
exhausted batteries from the product and dispose of safely.
*Spare propellers A and B, 1 tail rotor, 1 connector,
and 2 pinion gears are included.
Connector Stabilizer bar
Propeller A
Main rotor shaft
Propeller B
Tail rotor blades
Tail motor
Power switch
Motor
Landing gear
Charging the Helicopter
1. Pull out the cover and take out the charging wire (Fig. 3).
Band Selector (A,B,C)
2. Turn off the power to the helicopter and turn the remote on. Insert the charging plug into the socket
on the helicopter (Fig. 4)
3. The power/charging indicator will turn from green to red while charging. The indicator will turn green
once charged.
Trim Dial (adjust the balance
4. The helicopter will have about 5-6 minutes of continuous flight time after approximately 30 minutes
of the helicopter)
charging.
Omni-directional
control stick
Flight Environment
1. Choose a location that meets the following conditions.
2. Indoor environment with calm air conditions. Be aware of the air circulation from an air-conditioner.
3. Space area: It is recommended to have space area over 10ftW x 10ftH x 10ftL.
4. Safety area: It is highly recommended that there is no electric fan, air-conditioner, reading lamp or other
objects that could impair flying.
5. Do not operate the helicopter under the direct sun or strong lighting as it will affect the control system
of your helicopter.
6. Do not cover the lens of the transmitter. No signal will be released while you cover the lens.
7. Do not stick any other label onto the helicopter as it will interfere with the IR signal.
Turning on the Helicopter
1. Set the band on the transmitter to the same as the helicopter.
2. Turn on the power switch to the helicopter, set it on the ground, and step back at least 10 feet (Fig. 5).
3. Turn on the power switch to the remote control.
4. The helicopter may need a few seconds to sync with the remote control.
*Flying Multiple Helicopters
If flying more than one helicopter simultaneously, make sure that the
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
transmitters and helicopters are paired to ensure that they detect
different frequencies.
- The first pilot sets desired frequency on their transmitter and turns
it on.
6 'AA' batteries
- The first pilot then turns on their helicopter.
- The second pilot sets desired frequency on their transmitter and turns it on.
- The second pilot then turns on their helicopter.
- The third pilot sets desired frequency on their transmitter and turns it on;
- The third pilot then turns on their helicopter
Flying the Helicopter
Lift-Off Procedure
1. Once the helicopter is on you can slowly increase the throttle.
2. DO NOT look at the transmitter but focus on the helicopter.
3. As soon as the helicopter leaves the ground, reduce the throttle slightly.
4. GENTLY add the throttle if the helicopter goes down too far.
5. GENTLY reduce the throttle if helicopter goes up too high.
6. For turning, give short and small inputs to the omni-directional control stick. (Most beginners will
over control the helicopter)
Flight Control
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
When the helicopter flies steadily,
you can slowly push the throttle
Hovering
stick up to make it fly higher or
release the stick a bit to make it fly
lower. Only small amounts of stick
position change are required for
smooth flight. (Fig. 6 & Fig. 7)
Hold the helicopter at a desired
height. Push the omni-directional
Turning Left control stick toward the left to turn
the helicopter left (Fig. 8) and push
and Right
the omni-directional control stick
toward the right to turn the
helicopter right (Fig. 9).
When you push up the
omni-directional control stick, the
nose points down and the
Forward
helicopter is moving forward. When
and you push down the omni-directional
Backward control stick, the nose inclines up
and the helicopter is moving
Fig. 5 backward. (Fig. 10 & 11)
Trimming the Helicopter
1. Gently push the throttle up to raise your helicopter about 3 feet high.
2. If the helicopter spirals left or right (Fig. 12), turn and release the left/right trim in the opposite direction
repeatedly until the balance is adjusted.
NOTE: If the helicopter is less than 1 foot from the ground, the vortex from the spinning blades can create
flying issues. Please make sure to fly the helicopter above this height.
NOTE: The tail blade may not always spin as you are flying. Please note that this is normal as long as you
are able to control the helicopter.
Fig. 12
Fig. 6
Troubleshooting
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Remote control has no Power switch is off.
Turn power switch on.
power/weak power.
Make sure batteries are
Remote control has no Batteries are improperly
inserted according to
power/weak power. installed.
indicated polarity.
Fig. 9 LED light on remote control Batteries are weak. Replace old batteries with
is blinking fresh ones.
Fig. 10
Make sure to turn the small
The helicopter doesn't receive Helicopter is not turned on.
power switch on the side of
a signal.
the helicopter on.
Helicopter does not lift. Main rotor blades are rotating Push up on the throttle.
too slowly.
Helicopter does not lift. Battery is not fully charged. Make sure the battery is
Fig. 11
completely charged.
Helicopter lands too Loss of control on the throttle Pull down the throttle slowly
quickly/hard. or pulling down on the throttle until the helicopter lands
too quickly. smoothly.
Caution:
Do not crash the helicopter from high altitude.
Replacement Parts:
Thank you for your purchase of Protocol's TracerJet with Gyro RC Helicopter! We know that
accidents can sometimes happen which is why we offer a spare parts kit including the below
available on our website ProtocolNY.com.
• Main Propeller Blade Set A (2 pcs/set)
• Main Propeller Set B (2 pcs/set)
• Tail Rotor Blade
• Connector (dog bone shape)
• Rotor Head
• Pinion Gear