ROBBE BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB Operating Instructions Manual

ROBBE BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
BLUE ARROW
CP120 S-FHSS RTB
2.4 GHz
No. S2540

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540...
  • Page 2: Conformity Declaration

    FX-32-R7008 2.4 GHz FASSTest, No. F8078 robbe Modellsport GmbH & Co. KG hereby declares that this device conforms to the fundamental requirements and other re- levant regulations of the corresponding EC Directive. You can read the original Conformity Declaration on the Internet at www.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Explanation of specialist terms: Contents Page Conformity Declaration Climb and descent ("Collective pitch / throttle"): Explanation of specialist terms / Contents This controls the model's climb and descent.
  • Page 4: Safety Notes

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Be sure to read these Safety Notes before you assemble your Please bear in mind that motors and speed controllers model. Always keep to the procedures and settings recom- may become hot when operating.
  • Page 5 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Do not carry out modifications to the radio control system compo- Insurance nents apart from those described in the instructions. Ground-based models are usually covered by standard personal third-party insurance policies.
  • Page 6 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Dear customer, Congratulations on choosing a factory-assembled mo- del helicopter from our range. Many thanks for placing your trust in us. The model can be completed and prepared for flight very quickly.
  • Page 7: Safety Notes, Lipo Batteries

    • The fluid electrolyte can also be removed from clothing and other objects by rinsing with copious amounts of water. LIABILITY EXCLUSION Since robbe Modellsport is not in a position to monitor the handling of these batteries, we expressly deny all liability and guarantee claims where the batteries have been incorrectly charged, discharged or handled.
  • Page 8: Model Description

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Model description: 1. Latest generation of six-axis gyro system with improved cor- rective response, ensuring stable, accurate flying. 2. The high-performance brushless motor provides ample power for advanced 3D flying.
  • Page 9: Receiver Functions

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Receiver functions: Brief description Description Function Connector orientation RUDD Tail rotor servo To be connected to the tail rotor servo The white wire must face forward ELEV Pitch-axis (elevator) servo...
  • Page 10: Receiver Settings

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 A = BL motor socket E = Roll servo Installing the flight battery: B = S-FHSS module servo F = Collective pitch C = Binding button G = Tail rotor servo...
  • Page 11 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Please note: Motor and speed controller wiring diagram: 1. It is essential to connect all the signal leads attached to the speed con- Battery socket troller correctly. If you neglect this, the speed controller could fail.
  • Page 12: Receiver Adjustment Facilities

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Receiver adjustment facilities: 1. Gyro pot: ELEV / AILE G. Turning the pot clockwise (+) increases gyro gain; Turning the pot anti-clockwise (-) reduces gyro gain. 2. Servo travel adjuster: Turning the pot clockwise (+) increases servo travel;...
  • Page 13: Pre-Flight Adjustments

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Pre-flight adjustments: Caution: disconnect the motor wires from the speed controller to avoid the motor bursting into life unexpectedly, as this could cause injury. Note: all the model's components are correctly set up at the factory, and no adjustments are normally required. However, screws, pushrods or cables may have worked loose or suffered damage due to the long period in transit.
  • Page 14: Checking Blade Tracking

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 2. Adjust the mechanical linkage: lengthen or shorten the pushrod between the servo and the swashplate until the swashplate is straight. Adjusting the main rotor blades (blade tracking): The purpose of this adjustment is to avoid imbalance in the main rotor blades, and to set the blade tracking accurately.
  • Page 15 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Move the throttle stick and trim to their lowest position, and move the tail rotor stick to the neutral position. When you have installed the new tail rotor servo, check that the tail slider sleeve is central on the tail rotor shaft, and that the servo output arm is at 90° to the servo case and the tail rotor pushrod.
  • Page 16 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 These points must be checked before flying: Important notes: - Before flying the model check that the receiver battery is fully Take-off: raise the rotor speed slowly and steadily until the charged, and that the transmitter batteries still have adequate model hovers at eye-level.
  • Page 17 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Controlling the model in Mode 1 (throttle right) Controlling the model in Mode 2 (throttle left) Roll: Roll: If you move the roll stick If you move the roll stick...
  • Page 18 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Mechanical fine-tuning: - If the model drifts in one direction when hovering, either in the roll (left / right) or pitch (forward / back) axis, adjust the swashplate by shortening / lengthening the pushrods until the drift ceases.
  • Page 19: Flight Practice For The Beginner

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Flight practice for the beginner Please note: 1. Beginners should always ask an experienced helicopter pilot for help. 2. To avoid accidents, beginners should always stand at least five metres from the model when practising.
  • Page 20: Practice For Advanced Pilots

    Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 3. Practising the tail rotor function Mode 1 Mode 2 While the model is hovering, carefully move the tail rotor stick to left and right. The helicopter will yaw in the corresponding direction, and you should then use the same stick to return it to its original heading.
  • Page 21 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 3. Flying square circuits The next step is to fly a square circuit with the model. Allow the heli- copter to fly straight ahead for about two metres, then turn it through 90°...
  • Page 22 Operating Instructions - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 3D flying in Mode 1 (throttle right) 3D flying in Mode 2 (throttle left) When you move the roll When you move the roll stick to left or right, the...
  • Page 23: Replacement Parts List

    Replacement Parts list - BLUE ARROW CP120 S-FHSS RTB 2.4 GHz No. S2540 Replacement parts list Order No. Description S2540001 CP120 canopy S2540002 CP120 main rotor blades S2540001 S2540002 S2540003 S2540004 S2540005 S2540003 CP120 tail rotor blades S2540004 CP120 main rotor blade grip...
  • Page 24 Modellsport Beteiligungs GmbH Gießen / HRB 5793 · Managing Director: E. Dörr Errors and technical modifications reserved. - Copyright robbe-Modellsport 2013 Duplication and copying of the text, in whole or in part, is only permitted with the prior written approval of robbe-Modellsport GmbH & Co. KG...

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