GREAT PLANES Synapse RX-R Instruction Manual

GREAT PLANES Synapse RX-R Instruction Manual

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®
Great Planes
Model Manufacturing Co. guarantees this kit to be free
from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use
or modifi cation. In no case shall Great Planes' liability exceed the
original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Great Planes reserves the
right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Great Planes has no control over the fi nal assembly or
material used for fi nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of
the fi nal user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-
assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the
use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately
in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
Entire Contents © Copyright 2007

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARRANTY
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Services at the address below:
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as
much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number,
fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem
and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the
package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.
Wingspan: 26.5 in [675mm]
Wing Area: 168 sq in [10.8 dm
Length: 24 in [610mm]
Weight: 12.5-13.5 oz [350-380g]
Wing Loading: 10.7-11.6 oz/ft
Radio: 3-Channel (minimum) with micro receiver
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822 USA
Champaign, Illinois
(217) 398-8970, Ext 5
airsupport@greatplanes.com
GPMZ6001 for GPMA6000 V1.0
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    3002 N. Apollo Dr., Suite 1 Champaign, IL 61822 USA In that Great Planes has no control over the fi nal assembly or material used for fi nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as the fi...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    & OTHERS...FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION 1. Your Synapse Rx-R should not be considered a toy, but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very Welcome to the exciting world of EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) much like a full-size airplane. Because of its performance airplanes! Continuing on the great success of the fi...
  • Page 3: Lithium Battery Handling And Usage

    A lithium-polymer battery pack and suitable charger are LITHIUM BATTERY required. Although there are different battery packs and HANDLING & USAGE chargers available that will work with the Synapse Rx-R, the economical choices recommended by Great Planes are: WARNING!! Read the entire instruction sheet included with ❏...
  • Page 4: Ordering Replacement Parts

    ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS KIT INSPECTION Replacement parts for the Great Planes Synapse are Before starting to build, take an inventory of this kit to make available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they List that follows.
  • Page 5: Install The Receiver And Battery

    INSTALL THE RECEIVER & BATTERY HOW TO CUT HOLES IN FOAM ❏ 1. Connect the servos and ESC to the receiver. Install the ❏ A. Using a brass or aluminum tube with a diameter of the receiver and ESC in the locations shown. They can be secured size hole you wish to make.
  • Page 6: Get The Model Ready To Fly

    fi rst fl ight will be successful. If you value this model and wish to enjoy it for Use a Great Planes AccuThrow (or a ruler) to accurately measure many fl ights, DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS IMPORTANT and set the control throw of each control surface as indicated in PROCEDURE.
  • Page 7: Prepare To Run The Fan

    2. With all parts of the model installed (ready to fl y), place BEFORE YOU RUN THE FAN MAKE SURE THAT: the model upside-down on a Great Planes CG Machine, or lift it upside down at the balance point you marked.
  • Page 8: Preflight

    • Keep the fan away from objects as it will try to suck them in, PREFLIGHT which can cause damage to the fan and/or bodily injury. • Always use eye protection when operating the fan unit. • NEVER look into the fan as it is running. Identify Your Model •...
  • Page 9: Ama Safety Code (Excerpts)

    AMA SAFETY CODE ( CHECK LIST EXCERPTS Read and abide by the following excerpts from the Academy During the last few moments of preparation your mind may of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. For the complete Safety be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the fi rst fl ight. Code refer to Model Aviation magazine, the AMA web site or Because of this, you may be more likely to overlook certain the Code that came with your AMA license.
  • Page 10: Flying

    Flight FLYING The main purpose of the fi rst few fl ights is to learn how the IMPORTANT: If you are an inexperienced modeler we strongly model behaves and to adjust the trims for level fl ight. After the urge you to seek the assistance of a competent, experienced model has climbed to a safe altitude, reduce the throttle slightly R/C pilot to check your model for airworthiness AND to teach to slow the model, yet maintain altitude.
  • Page 11 OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE FROM GREAT PLANES ® Futaba 6EX 2.4GHz Computer Radio Superior full-range capability comes to 2.4GHz technology. Once you’ve experienced the 6EX 2.4GHz FASST system, you won’t want to fl y any other way! The secret is the all-in-one R606FS receiver: its compact size and light weight makes it easy to mount and perfect for park fl...
  • Page 12 ™ ElectriFly Equinox LiPo 1-5 Cell Balancer By regulating the voltage levels from 2 to 5 LiPo cells to within a very tight tolerance of each other, the Equinox ensures the fullest possible safe voltage during charging — which means more power and longer lasting packs! It can handle a maximum current of 3 amps during charge or discharge (up to 6 amps with custom connectors), and includes adapters for 2S and 3S (7.4V &...

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