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Before Your First Flight
Before attempting to fly this aircraft for the first time,
we strongly recommend using the RealFlight Trainer
Edition RC Flight Simulator (RFL1205, sold separately)
and a Spektrum WS2000 Wireless Simulator Dongle
(SPMWS2000, sold separately) along with the DXS
transmitter included with the RTF Basic version to learn
and practice the basics of flying. Featuring built-in Virtual
Flight Instructor lessons, new pilots can learn to fly
successfully by practicing on a PC at home or on a laptop
just about anywhere else!
Flying the 230 S Smart
Consult your local laws and ordinances before choosing a
location to fly your aircraft.
We recommend flying your aircraft outside in calm winds
or inside a large gymnasium. Always avoid flying near
houses, trees, wires and buildings. You should also be
careful to avoid flying in areas where there are many
people, such as busy parks, schoolyards or soccer fields.
It is best to fly from a smooth flat surface as this will allow
the model to slide without tipping over. Keep the helicopter
approximately 2 ft (600mm) above the ground. Keep the
tail pointed toward you during initial flights to keep the
control orientation consistent. Releasing the stick in Stabil-
ity Mode will allow the helicopter to level itself. Activating
the Panic Recovery button will level the helicopter quickly.
If you become disoriented while in Stability Mode, slowly
lower the throttle stick to land softly.
During initial flights, only attempt takeoff, landing and
hovering in one spot.
Takeoff
NOTICE: If the main motor or tail motor do not start
up properly when throttle is first applied, immediately
return the throttle to the low position and try again. If the
problem persists, disconnect the flight battery, check
for binding in the gear train and ensure no wires have
become entangled within the gears.
Place the model onto a flat, level surface free of obstacles
and walk back 30 feet (10 meters). Slowly increase the
throttle until the model is approximately 2 ft. (600mm) off
the ground and begin flying the model.
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We also encourage you to connect with experienced RC
pilots in your area through hobby shops or at designated
flying fields. And for those located in the United States,
we recommend joining a national organization such
as the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA). The AMA
can provide information on local clubs, instructors
and established flying sites in your area in addition to
insurance coverage. Visit www.modelaircraft.org for more
information.
Hovering
Making small corrections on the transmitter, try to hold
the helicopter in one spot. If flying in calm winds, the
model should require almost no corrective inputs. After
moving the cyclic stick and returning it to center, the
model should level itself. The model may continue to
move due to inertia. Move the cycle stick in the opposite
direction to stop the movement.
After you become comfortable hovering, you can progress
into flying the model to different locations, keeping the tail
pointed towards you at all times. You can also ascend and
descend using the throttle stick. Once you're comfortable
with these maneuvers, you can attempt flying with the tail
in different orientations. It is important to keep in mind
that the flight control inputs will rotate with the helicopter,
so always try to picture the control inputs relative to the
nose of the helicopter. For example, forward will always
drop the nose of the helicopter.
Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
LVC decreases the power to the motors when the battery
voltage gets low. When the motor power decreases and
the red LED on the ESC flashes, land the aircraft immedi-
ately and recharge the flight battery.
LVC does not prevent the battery from over-discharge
during storage.
NOTICE: Repeated flying to LVC will damage the battery.
Landing
To land, slowly decrease the throttle while in a low-level
hover. After landing, disconnect and remove the battery
from the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge.
Review your manufacturers provided LiPo guidelines for
charging and storage information.
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