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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Specifications:
NOT A TOY
17-1/4" (440mm)
14-3/4" (375mm)
75 sq. in. (4.84 dm/sq)
1.9 oz. (54g)
3.7V 1S 400mAh 35C LiPo
Two 7mm Coreless w/Gearbox
75 sq.in. (4.84 dm/sq)
5-Channel capable 2.4GHz
Combination Rx/ESC with integrated
servos and 2.5g aileron servo
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Summary of Contents for Rage RC VINTAGE STICK X4
- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Equipped with: Specifications: Wingspan: 17-1/4" (440mm) Length: 14-3/4" (375mm) Wing Area: 75 sq. in. (4.84 dm/sq) Flying Weight: 1.9 oz. (54g) Battery: 3.7V 1S 400mAh 35C LiPo Motors: Two 7mm Coreless w/Gearbox Wing Area: 75 sq.in. (4.84 dm/sq) Transmitter: 5-Channel capable 2.4GHz On-Board-Electronics:...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents General Precautions Safety Precautions LiPo Battery Warning Vintage Stick X4 RTF Contents FCC Information Charging LiPo Battery Battery Install Center of Gravity Transmitter Details (RTF Only) Control Movement Servo Reversing Control Movement (cont.) Arming/Disarming the Motor Binding (RTF version only) -
Page 3: General Precautions
General Precautions • Never operate your model if the transmitter battery voltage is too low. • Always operate your model in an open area away from obstacles, people, vehicles, buildings, etc. • Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment. (chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.). • Keep all chemicals, small parts and all electronic components out of the reach of children. • Moisture causes damage to electronic components. Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specifically designed and protected for use in water. Safety Precautions Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the following instruction can result in damage and/or personal injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) airplane/helicopter/quadcopter is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property. Keep items that could become entangled away from the propeller, including loose clothing, tools, etc. Be especially sure to keep your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the propeller. As the user of this product, you are solely and wholly responsible for operating it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others. This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to possible interference from a variety of sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance from objects and people in all directions around your model as this will help to avoid collisions and/or injury. LiPo Battery Warning IMPORTANT NOTE: Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly more volatile than the alkaline, NiCd or NiMH batteries also used in RC applications. -
Page 4: Vintage Stick X4 Rtf Contents
FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range. The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the noted certifications for this product as authorized for sale and use: USA, UK, AU Vintage Stick X4 RTF Contents... -
Page 5: Charging Lipo Battery
Transmitter Details (RTF Only) Antenna Power Light Handle Pass Switch Bind Button Elevator Trim Throttle/Rudder Aileron/Elevator Stick Stick To Initiate Servo Reversing Aileron Trim Power Switch PLEASE NOTE: Install 4 AA batteries (not supplied) into the battery compartment located on the back of the transmitter, under the battery hatch cover. Make sure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity per the diagram inside the battery compartment. -
Page 6: Control Movement
Servo Reversing The Vintage Stick X4 transmitter features servo reversing on the rudder, elevator and aileron channels. The servo direction was set correctly at the factory. However, in the case that any of the controls operate in the wrong direction, please follow these steps to reverse each servo direction, as needed. Complete all steps with the transmitter and aircraft both powered on. Aileron Channel Servo Reversing (Right Stick) Press and hold the left trim button under the left stick, then press the right trim button under the right stick simultaneously. Release both buttons and the servo direction for side-to-side movement on the right stick will be reversed. Elevator Channel Servo Reversing (Right Stick) Press and hold the left trim button under the left stick, then press the down elevator (top direction) trim button to the side of the right stick simultaneously. Release both buttons and the servo direction for the up/down movement on the right stick will be reversed. Rudder Channel Servo Reversing (Left Stick) Press and hold the left trim button under the left stick, then press the right trim button under the left stick simultaneously. Release both buttons and the servo direction for side-to-side movement on the left stick will be reversed. Control Movement With both the transmitter and the aircraft powered on, check the movement of the control surfaces. When the right stick is moved Elevator Up toward the bottom of the transmitter the elevator should... -
Page 7: Control Movement (Cont.)
Control Movement (cont.) PLEASE NOTE: The throttle/rudder stick must be raised a few clicks from bottom position in order to activate the rudder operation. The throttle stick at the fully off position is reserved for arming and disarm- Rudder Left ing of the motors as shown on page . -
Page 8: Arming/Disarming The Motor
Binding (RTF version only) The RTF Vintage Stick comes bound to the transmitter. Should you need to re-bind, follow these steps. • Turn on both transmitter and aircraft • Press both throttle trim buttons simultaneously • The blue light on the control board will light up • The transmitter will continue beeping until the binding process is complete • When beeping stops, the binding process is complete Binding Alternate Transmitters Binding is the process of connecting the receiver in the aircraft to the transmitter used to control the aircraft. This process is only required once. Futaba Transmitter Version • Connect the flight battery • Press the bind button on the main control board • The blue LED will switch from slow flashing to solid • Select SFHSS protocol on the Futaba Tx S-type Transmitter Version •... -
Page 9: Pilot Assist Stability Software (Pass)
Pilot Assist Stability Software (PASS) PASS (Pilot Assist Stability Software) is incorporated into your Vintage Stick X4. It allows the pilot to tailor the response of the airplane to his abilities. As your piloting skills grow the capabilities of the Vintage Stick X4 grow with you. mportant Note: For the PASS system to perform properly the aircraft must be allowed to initialize when powered up. Transmitter on first, then plug in the flight battery to aircraft that is in a fuselage level, wings level position. -
Page 10: Calibration
Calibrating the PASS System The PASS system used in the Vintage Stick X4 is pre-calibrated from the factory. Recalibration is only necessary if the aircraft does not respond correctly (pitches up or down) when the PASS switch is activated. With the aircraft sitting on a level surface and "wings level"... -
Page 11: Propeller Replacement
Parts List See your local hobby shop or place of purchase first. If unavailable, parts can be ordered direct at www.ragerc.com or call 1-866-724-3811 M-F 8:00-4:00PM Mountain Time Description Item Number RGRA1119 Vintage Stick X4 RTF RGRA1119S Vintage Stick X4 RFT - S type RGRA1119F Vintage Stick X4 RFT - Futaba RGRA1222R Tail Set RGRA1224R Landing Gear RGRA1226 2-Blade Propeller RGRA1227 Prop Shaft with Gear... -
Page 12: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Warranty Period: Rage R/C warrants that the Vintage Stick X4 (“Product”) will be free from original factory defects in materials and workmanship upon purchase (“Warranty Period”). What is Not Covered - This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (a) cosmetic damage, (b) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (c) modification to any part of the Product, (d) attempted service by anyone other than a Rage R/C authorized service center, or (e) Product not purchased from an authorized Rage R/C dealer. OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, RAGE R/C MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND THEREFORE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND SUITABILITY FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR INTENDED USE. Purchaser’s Remedy - Rage R/C’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Rage R/C will, at its option, either (a) service, or (b) replace, any Product determined by Rage R/C to be defective. Rage R/C reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Rage R/C. Proof of Purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. Limitation of Liability - RAGE R/C SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF RAGE R/C HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Rage R/C exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Rage R/C has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you, as the purchaser or user, are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase. Law - These terms are governed by Utah law (without regard to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Rage R/C reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice. Rage R/C, an exclusive brand of: HRP Distributing, Inc. © HRP Distributing, Inc.
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