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Horizon Hobby E-flite Night Timber X Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d'utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni
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SAFE
Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni ® SAFE Select Technology, Optional Flight Envelope Protection...
  • Page 2 NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product. MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Box Contents Quick Start Information Transmitter Set up your transmitter using the Setup transmitter setup chart Hi Rate Low Rate 45mm 35mm 45mm 35mm Dual Rates (Measure in 55mm 45mm AS3X mode 55mm 45mm only) 55mm 40mm Full Half Flaps =55mm =30mm Center of...

  • Page 4: Select Technology (Bnf Basic)

    ® SAFE Select Technology (BNF Basic) ® The evolutionary SAFE Select technology can offer an extra level of protection so you can perform the fi rst fl ight with confi dence. No complex transmitter programming is required. Just follow the simple bind process to make the SAFE Select system active. When activated, bank and pitch limitations keep you from over-controlling and automatic self-leveling makes recovery from risky or confusing attitudes as simple as releasing the sticks.

  • Page 5: Model Assembly

    Model Assembly Landing Gear Installation 3 x 8mm button head Mount the Landing Gear to the Fuselage machine 1. Insert left landing gear assembly into the pocket on the side of the fuselage as shown. The landing gear legs mount to the aluminum block which can pivot in the pocket.
  • Page 6 Model Assembly Continued Lightweight and Heavy Stabilizer Joiners The Night Timber X includes two stabilizer joiners; a lightweight composite joiner, and a heavier steel joiner. For tame fl ying and maximum stability in general fl ight, use the lightweight joiner to keep the CG at the front of the recommended CG range. For maximum performance and stability in high alpha maneuvers, use the steel joiner to shift the CG to the rear of the recommended CG range.
  • Page 7 Model Assembly Continued Propeller Installation 1. Remove the spinner screw (A) from the spinner (B). 2. Slide the propeller (C) propeller backplate (D) and collet (E) onto the motor shaft. 3. Tighten the spinner nut (F) using an adjustable wrench. 4.

  • Page 8: Battery Installation And Esc Arming

    Battery Installation and ESC Arming Battery Selection The Spektrum 2200mAh 14.8V 4S 30C Li-Po battery (SPMX22004S30) is recommended. The SPMX22003S30 battery may also be used. For maximum performance with 3 cells, a 13 X 6.5 electric propeller may be utilized. Refer to the Optional Parts List for other recommended batteries.
  • Page 9 Binding General Binding Tips • The included receiver has been specifi cally programmed • Once bound, the receiver will retain its bind settings for operation of this aircraft. Refer to the receiver manual for that transmitter until you re-bind. for correct setup if the receiver is replaced. •...
  • Page 10 ® SAFE Select Switch Designation Once SAFE Select is enabled, you can choose to fl y in SAFE mode full-time, or Assigning a Switch assign a switch. Any switch on any channel between 5 and 9 can be used on 1.

  • Page 11: Control Horn And Servo Arm Settings

    Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings The table to the right shows the factory settings for the control horns and servo Factory Setting Horns Arms arms. Fly the aircraft at factory settings before making changes. NOTICE: If control throws are changed from the factory settings, the AR637TA gain values may need to be adjusted.
  • Page 12 Control Direction Test Switch on the transmitter and connect the battery. Use the transmitter to Transmitter Control Surface operate the aileron, elevator and rudder controls. View the aircraft from the rear command Response when checking the control directions. Elevators 1. Pull the elevator stick back. The elevators should move up, which will cause the aircraft to pitch up.

  • Page 13: As3X Control Direction Test (Bnf Basic)

    AS3X Control Direction Test (BNF Basic) This test ensures that the AS3X ® control system is functioning properly. Aircraft AS3X Reaction Assemble the aircraft and bind your transmitter to the receiver in AS3X mode movement before performing this test. 1. Raise the throttle just above 25%, then lower the throttle to activate AS3X technology.

  • Page 14: Flying Tips And Repairs

    Flying Tips and Repairs Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a fl ying location. To take off on water, steer with the rudder and slowly increase the throttle. Keep the wings level on takeoff. Hold a small amount (1/4–1/3) of up elevator Range Check your Radio System and the aircraft will lift off once fl ying speed is reached.

  • Page 15: Safe Select Flying

    SAFE Select Flying NOTICE: If SAFE Select is active, a fl ap to elevator compensation can be Alternatively, apply 1/2 to 3/4 throttle and let the tail come off the ground used to minimize pitch up when fl aps are deployed. However, do not use naturally.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide As3X

    Troubleshooting Guide AS3X Problem Possible Cause Solution Damaged propeller or spinner Replace propeller or spinner Imbalanced propeller Balance the propeller Motor vibration Replace parts or correctly align all parts and tighten fasteners as needed Oscillation Loose receiver Align and secure receiver in fuselage Loose aircraft controls Tighten or otherwise secure parts (servo, arm, linkage, horn and control surface) Worn parts...

  • Page 17: Slat Installation (Optional)

    Slat Installation (optional) Required Adhesives Medium CA Slats are benefi cial for STOL performance but can decrease roll authority and inverted fl ight performance. If your Night Timber X will be primarily fl own in a STOL manner, rather than for aerobatics, you may want to install them. 1.

  • Page 18: Bnf Advanced Receiver Setup (Optional)

    Float Installation 1. Align and mount the fl oat set assembly to the bottom of the fuselage. 2. Secure the back section of the fl oats to the fuselage using the included bracket (F) and 2 screws (G). 3. Secure the front section of the fl oats using the two included screws (H) to secure the front support members to the bottom of the fuselage.
  • Page 19 DX8e, DX8 (Gen2), DX9, DX18, DX20, iX12 and iX20 TIP: If you want to use SAFE select with the Advanced model setup, you can assign a switch to any channel 7-9 for SAFE select. Even though the AR637TA TIP: It is possible to enable or disable the four servo aileron mix by assigning only has 6 servo ports, it can use up to channel 9 to key SAFE Select.
  • Page 20 Replacement Parts Recommended Parts Part # Description Part # Description EFL13851 Fuselage set :Night Timber X SPMR8000 DX8 Transmitter Only MD2 EFL13852 Wing set : Night Timber X SPMX22003S100 2200mAh 3S 11.1V 100C Smart IC3 EFL13853 Horizontal stab: Night timber X SPMX22003S30 2200mAh 3S 11.1V Smart 30C;...

  • Page 21: Ama National Model Aircraft Safety Code

    AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2014 A. GENERAL 4. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained fl ight comply with comparable standards.

  • Page 22: Limited Warranty

    Product, (iv) attempted service by Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant with using a shipping carton.
  • Page 23 EFL Night Timber X 1.2M PNP (EFL13875) Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the RED and EMC essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive.
  • Page 24 E-fl ite, Timber, Avian, Plug-N-Play, Bind-N-Fly, BNF, the BNF logo, DSM, DSM2, DSMX, Spektrum AirWare, EC5, IC5, AS3X, SAFE, the SAFE logo, ModelMatch, and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc.

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