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  • Page 2 STOP BEFORE CONTINUING WITH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL OR ASSEMBLY OF YOUR RV-8 10E, PLEASE VISIT OUR WIKI SUPPORT SITE FOR THE LATEST PRODUCT UPDATES , FEATURE CHANGES, MANUAL ADDENDUMS AND FIRMWARE CHANGES FOR BOTH YOUR RV-8 10E AND THE INSTALLED AURA 8 ADVANCED FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ESC Throttle Calibration ................Introduction ....................Includes/Requires ..................Connecting a Battery to the LED Controller (Night Version Only) Linkage Setup ....................Specifications ....................Rudder and Elevator Linkage Installation ......... Replacement Parts Listing ................. Optional Items ....................Main Wing Installation ................

  • Page 4: Replacement Parts Listing

    Potenza 20-3D Bolt Motor Shaft 20 3D that you are ready to begin setup upon completion of the assembly of your model. Flex Innovations 12x5 Wood 2 Blade Propeller FPMPF1205EW for Electric We recommend the use of an advanced Li-Po balancing charger, such as the...

  • Page 5: Special Language Definitions

    This model must be assembled according to these instructions. Do not alter or modify the model outside of these instructions provided by Flex Innovations, LLC, as doing so may render it unsafe and/or un-flyable. It is your responsibility to ensure the airworthiness of the model.

  • Page 6: Main Landing Gear Installation

    MAIN LANDING GEAR INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: #2 Phillips Screwdriver (6) M3x10 Phillips Head Self-Tapping Screw 7mm Socket Wrench (2) M3x15 Phillips Head Machine Screw Needle Nose Pliers Blue Thread Lock 7mm Open Wrench (optional) Adjustable Wrench (optional) (QTY 6) (QTY 2) 1.
  • Page 7 4. Using needle nose pliers to hold the axle firmly, use a 7mm socket wrench to tighten the nut to the wheel and axle assembly. 5. Fasten the outside of the wheel pants using a #2 Phillips screwdriver and two M3x10 screws.

  • Page 8: Tailwheel Installation

    TAILWHEEL INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: #1 Phillips Screwdriver, (2) M2x6 self-tapping Phillips head cap screws Locate the vertical fin assembly, tail wheel and tail wheel retaining plate. Insert the tail wheel assembly into the bottom of the (QTY 2) rudder, being sure to orient it so that the tail wheel wire angles towards the tail as the wire moves away from the fuselage.

  • Page 9: Vertical Stabilizer Installation

    VERTICAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: 30-Minute Epoxy #2 Phillips Screwdriver Craft Sticks (for mixing epoxy) (1) M3x10 Phillips Head Self-Tapping Screw Mixing Cup (QTY 1) Paper Towels 1. 1. Find the vertical stabilizer assembly. If you have a Night Version, plug the LED strip JST connector into the fuselage JST connector. Power the LED controller with the balance tab of a 3S Li-Po and verify both the fuselage AND vertical fin LEDs function properly before proceeding.

  • Page 10: Horizontal Stabilizer Installation

    HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: #2 Phillips Screwdriver, (2) M3x10 Phillips Head Self-Tapping Screw 1. Insert the horizontal stabilizer tube into the fuselage and roughly center. (QTY 2) 2. Slide the left and right stabilizer halves onto the tube. Ensure that the control horn orients towards the belly of the airplane. 3.

  • Page 11: Aura 8 Afcs

    flying experience, but it never interferes with the pilot’s control. The Aura 8 AFCS comes configured with Flight Modes (dual rates, expos and gyro settings) set by the Flex Innovations team, and offers a great starting point for most pilots. Since these are already configured for you in the Aura, there is no need to set up dual rates, expos or flaps in your transmitter.

  • Page 12: Transmitter Setup

    TRANSMITTER SETUP The included Aura 8 is designed to work seamlessly with all popular transmitter and receiver brands, however, transmitter setup is significantly different than when setting up a model without Aura. Follow these steps: Start with a new and freshly reset model memory in your transmitter. Adjust your transmitter settings according to the Transmitter Configuration Guide below.

  • Page 13: Servo Connections

    Aura. The cable is included with the receiver when it is purchased Optional directly from Flex Innovations. You can also purchase the cable itself at flexinnovations.com (FPZA1039). Note: If you are using Futaba S.Bus, be sure to use the...

  • Page 14: Connecting Battery/Arming Esc

    CONNECTING YOUR RECEIVER TO AURA (CONTINUED) Aura 8 Auto-Detect Once your receiver is bound, powered, and connected to the Aura, the Aura will begin the Auto-Detect process to learn what type of receiver you are using and set itself up for that specific system. Auto-Detect is indicated by a series of sweeping LEDs of various colors. After Auto-Detect is completed, verify that Aura is on and receiving data from your receiver by looking at the LEDs on the Aura.

  • Page 15: Connecting A Battery To The Led Controller

    CONNECTING A BATTERY TO THE LED CONTROLLER (NIGHT VERSION ONLY) The LEDs on your aircraft are switchable via the transmitter, and are designed to be powered by 12 volts (3S Li-Po) through the 6S JST-XH balance tab on the LED controller. By default, the LED controller is left unplugged. If the servo lead of the LED controller is not plugged into the Aura or a receiver, the LED controller will default in the ON position when powered, allowing the Night Version to be flown at night with a basic 6-channel transmitter or receiver.

  • Page 16: Rudder And Elevator Linkage Installation

    RUDDER AND ELEVATOR LINKAGE INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: Elevator and Rudder Pushrod Assemblies #1 Phillips Screwdriver (4) M2x10 Phillips Head Machine Screw #2 Phillips Screwdriver (4) M2 Flat Washer Needle-Nosed Pliers (or Hemostats) (4) M2 Lock Nut 4mm Socket Hex Driver (optional) (2) M3x6 Phillips Head Machine Screw Blue Thread Lock (QTY 4) (QTY 4) (QTY 4) (QTY 2)

  • Page 17: Main Wing Installation

    MAIN WING INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: M3x18 Thumb Machine Screw (2) Remove the canopy from the fuselage by pulling the latch to the rear and lifting the canopy from the fuselage. Insert the main wing tube into the fuselage and roughly center. Slide the left and right wing panels onto the tube.

  • Page 18: Control Direction Test

    CONTROL DIRECTION TEST Refer to the chart below to determine the proper control surface directions. If controls are reversed, DO NOT REVERSE CONTROLS IN YOUR TRANSMITTER OR IN THE AURA CONFIG TOOL. Email us at support@flexinnovations.com for corrective action. Note that BOTH the Transmitter Control Direction Test AND the Flight Controller Sensor Direction Test MUST BE PASSED! IF EITHER ONE DOES NOT PASS, DO NOT FLY! NOTE: There is pre-configured rudder to aileron and rudder to elevator mixing programmed into the Aura.

  • Page 19: Aura Sensor Direction Test

    AURA SENSOR DIRECTION TEST Perform a test of the gyro system to verify the corrections made for a given movement are correct. If any of the tests do not result in the correct reaction from the airplane's gyro system, DO NOT FLY THE AIRPLANE, and contact us via email at support@flexinnovations.com The flight control system activates with RF broadcast.

  • Page 20: Motor/Cowling Installation

    MOTOR/COWLING INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: Motor assembly (4) M3x15 Phillips machine screws #2 Phillips Screwdriver (2) M3x8 Phillips machine screws (QTY 4) (QTY 2) 2mm Hex Driver Blue Thread Lock 1.5mm Hex Driver Locate the set screw that fixes the bell housing to the motor shaft. Use a 1.5mm hex driver to ensure that the set screw is tight. Locate the motor assembly.

  • Page 21: Battery Installation

    BATTERY INSTALLATION Push the spring-loaded battery latch tab back to release the battery hatch. Lift the hatch away from the fuselage, starting at the front. Install the hook side of adhesive-backed hook and loop tape to the plywood battery tray in the fuselage, and the loop side to your battery. Place the battery on the tray, and secure it in place with the hook and loop strap provided.

  • Page 22: Pre-Flight Checklist

    PRE-FLIGHT CHECKLIST To help ensure a successful first flight, as well as many flights after, perform a few simple pre-flight checks to be sure the aircraft is ready to fly: Verify all control surfaces are properly hinged. Pinch a control surface between your thumb and forefinger and stabilize the wing with your other hand.

  • Page 23: Optional Advanced Rv-8 10E Aura Configuration

    The Aura installed in your RV-8 comes with the Quick Set feature programmed. Quick Set allows the user to switch between different Aura profiles without the use of a computer. These profiles are already configured by the Flex Innovations team. The two profiles on your RV-8 10E Aura include the Stock Profile which is the default profile, described on page 11, and the optional Advanced Profile described below.

  • Page 24: Flying Your Rv-8 10E

    FLYING YOUR RV-8 10E Selecting a Flying Site Trimming Selecting a flying site is critical to a successful flight. Airplanes The first several flights on your new RV-8 10E should be require a lot more room than other R/C products, therefore, a dedicated to trimming and setup.

  • Page 25: Airframe Repairs

    AIRFRAME REPAIRS The RV-8 10E is molded from durable EPO foam and is repairable with most adhesives. Similar to building and repairing wood or composite airplanes, the correct glue for a given application is critical to the repair holding and not breaking again. For major repairs, such as a broken fuselage, epoxy is preferred because it allows time to correct any misalignment.

  • Page 26: Aircraft Troubleshooting Guide

    AIRCRAFT TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should you encounter any abnormal situations with your RV-8 10E, refer to the table below to determine the probable cause and a recommended solution for the issue. If the required solution does not rectify the problem, please contact product support at support@flexinnovations.com for further assistance. NOTICE Unless specifically required, ALWAYS troubleshoot the airplane with the propeller removed.

  • Page 27: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Coverage Questions & Assistance Flex Innovations LLC and its authorized resellers (“Flex”) warrant to Contact Us By: the original purchaser that this product (the “Product”) will be free E-Mail – support@flexinnovations.com from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
  • Page 28 . c o m © 2021 Flex Innovations, LLC. All rights reserved. Potenza™ is a trademarks of Flex Innovations LLC DSM®, DSM2™, and DSMX™ are trademarks of Horizon Hobby, Inc.

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