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Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni...
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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 horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product. Meaning of Special Language The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.
• Begin charging the fl ight battery ❏ Plug the fl ight battery into the lead from the ESC • Program your computer transmitter (BNF only) ❏ Allow the receiver and ESC to initialize and arm properly • Install the fl ight battery in the helicopter ❏...
Installing the Transmitter Batteries (RTF) The LED indicator fl ashes and the transmitter beeps progressively faster as the battery voltage drops. Replace the transmitter batteries when the transmitter begins to beep. Transmitter Control (RTF) Bind/panic switch Flight mode switch Throttle Hold Power LED/ Rate Indicator Dual rate...
Transmitter Setup (BNF) Program your transmitter before attempting to bind or fl y the helicopter. Transmitter programming values are shown below for the Spektrum DX6i, DX7s, DX6, DX7, DX8, DX9, DX18 and DX20. The fi les for models using Spektrum ™...
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DX7s, DX8 SYSTEM SETUP FUNCTION LIST Model Type HELI Servo Setup Chan Travel Reverse Chan Travel Reverse Swash Type 1 servo Normal 100/100 Normal 100/100 Normal 100/100 Normal 100/100 Normal F-Mode Setup 100/100 Normal 100/100 Normal Flight Mode F Mode 100/100 Normal Hold...
DX7G2, DX8G2, DX9, DX18, DX20 SYSTEM SETUP FUNCTION LIST Model Type HELI Servo Setup Swash Type Normal Chan Travel Reverse Chan Travel Reverse 100/100 Normal 100/100 Normal F-Mode Setup 100/100 Normal 100/100 Normal Switch 1 Switch B 100/100 Normal 100/100 Normal Switch 2 Inhibit...
Transmitter and Receiver Binding ® ® This product requires an approved Spektrum DSM2 /DSMX compatible transmitter. Visit www.bindnfl y.com for a complete list of approved transmitters. Your RTF transmitter comes prebound to the model. If you need to re-bind, follow the directions below.
Control Tests Ensure the throttle hold is ON when doing the direction If the controls do not react as shown in the illustrations control tests. Test the controls prior to the fi rst fl ight to below, confi rm the transmitter is programmed correctly ensure the servos, linkages and parts operate correctly.
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls If you are not familiar with the controls of your 130 S, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your fi rst fl ight. Collective Left Side View Left Side View Descend Climb Throttle up...
Rate Selection Change rates by moving the two-position dual rate switch. • Low rate reduces the control rates, providing an easier to • High rate provides full control and should be used by fl y model. Beginners should use low rate for initial fl ights. intermediate and experience pilots.
After you become comfortable hovering, you can progress Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) into fl ying the model to different locations, keeping the tail LVC decreases the power to the motors when the battery pointed towards you at all times. You can also ascend and voltage gets low.
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Entering Gain Adjustment Mode 1. Lower the throttle stick to the lowest position. 6. Move and hold both transmitter 2. Power ON the transmitter. sticks to the bot- 3. Install the fl ight battery on the helicopter frame, tom right corner securing it with the hook and loop strap.
Servo Adjustment Your helicopter was setup at the factory and test fl own. WARNING: To ensure your safety, always discon- The servo adjustment steps are usually only necessary in nect the motor wires from the ESC before perform- special circumstances, such as after a crash or if a servo ing the following steps.
Trim Flight Perform this procedure if the model is not performing well or has been recently rebuilt from a crash. The trim fl ight procedure was performed during the factory test fl ight and only needs to be performed if you notice the model is not returning to level consistently or if the model does not remain still during stationary pirouettes.
Calibration Procedure If the Blade 130 S is experiencing drift issues after completing the trim fl ight procedure located at www.bladehelis.com, perform the following calibration. The calibration procedure may also be needed following crash repairs. To perform the calibration procedure below, the Spektrum™ AR636 receiver installed in the Blade 130 S must have the most recent fi...
Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist √ Make sure the plastic ball link holds the control ball, but is not tight (binding) on the ball. When a link is Ball Links too loose on the ball, it can separate from the ball during fl ight and cause a crash. Replace worn ball links before they fail.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution The bind plug was not removed Disconnect the fl ight battery, remove the bind plug from from the receiver after binding the receiver and reconnect the fl ight battery. Less than a 5-second wait between fi rst powering on the Leave the transmitter powered on.
Part # Description BLH9300 130 S RTF 16 BLH9306 Main Rotor Blades: 130 S BLH9350 130 S BNF 17 BLH9307 Tail Rotor Blade Set: 130 S 1 BLH2020 Tail Rotor Hub Set 18 BLH9308 Main Shaft (2): 130 S 2 BLH9318...
Optional Parts Part # Description Part # Description SPMA3065 AS3X Programming Cable - USB Interface DX8 DSMX 8-Channel Transmitter Only DXe DSMX 6-Channel Transmitter Only DX9 DSMX 9-Channel Transmitter Only DX6e DSMX 6-Channel Transmitter Only DX18 DSMX 18-Channel Transmitter Only DX6 DSMX 6-Channel Transmitter Only DX20 DSMX 20-Channel Transmitter Only DX7 DSMX 7-Channel Transmitter Only...
Warranty Requirements you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, For Warranty consideration, you must include your American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s date.
FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Antenna Separation Distance Operation is subject to the following two conditions: When operating your (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, Spektrum transmitter, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, please be sure to maintain including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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