EF Helicopter Mini-Stinger EF008 Manuel utilisateur

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Thank you for purchasing the EF Helicopter’s Mini-Stinger EP 2.4GHz RTF Helicopter.

The Mini-Stinger is a high-quality 2.4GHz electric-powered co-axial helicopter that's perfect for the

beginner to learn to y, or for the more experienced pilot to simply have fun. The Mini-Stinger is

designed specically to y indoors, either in your house or other indoor area. The helicopter is

model that makes learning to y much easier. In addition, an innovative 2.4GHz digital transmitter

with LCD and integral Li-Po charger for the helicopter's onboard battery is included.

Before ying your new helicopter, please carefully read through this Instruction Manual in its entirety.

Doing so will ensure your success the rst time around. As you can see, there's not much to it!

l Read the Safety Warnings and Important Information on Pages 3 through 5

l Identify the Parts and Familiarise Yourself with Your New Helicopter

l Charge the Li-Po Battery

l Test Your Helicopter and Make Final Pre-Flight Checks

l Become Familiar with How Your Helicopter Flies

l Choose Your Flying Area and Fly!

INTRODUCTION

WARRANTY TERMS

In North America

Your EF Helicopters Mini-Stinger EP 2.4GHz RTF Helicopter is warranted against manufacturer

defects in materials and workmanship, at the date of purchase.

In the United Kingdom/Europe

Your EF Helicopters Mini-Stinger EP 2.4GHz RTF Helicopter is warranted against manufacturer defects

in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 (one) year from the date of purchase. Warranty

service will be provided within one (1) year of the date of purchase only if you are able to provide

the original or a copy of the original dated sales receipt. This does not affect your statutory rights.

EF Helicopters guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship, at the

date of purchase. This does not cover any component parts damaged by use, misuse or modication.

In no case shall EF Helicopter's liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.

In that EF Helicopters has no control over the nal assembly or material used for nal assembly,

no liability shall be assumed for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the nal

user-assembled product. By the act of using the nal user-assembled product, the user accepts

all resulting liability.

Introduction ................................................ 2

Warranty Terms........................................... 2

Customer Service Information ...................... 3

Safety Warnings and Important Information .. 3

Kit Contents and Parts Identication ............. 5

Becoming Familiar with Your Helicopter ......... 6

Preparing to Fly Your Helicopter ................... 9

Flying Your Helicopter .................................11

Troubleshooting Guide ................................16

Exploded View Assembly Drawing ................17

Replacement Parts List ...............................18

Warranty Service Information ......................19

Global Hobby Distributors will not disclose the information it collects to outside parties.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. Your privacy is important to us.

Check out our support website at http://globalservices.globalhobby.com. There you will nd public message boards frequented

by other modelers and our technical support staff. This is a great place to get quick answers and advice on your new product.

To enable us to better serve your needs, please include your Email address with any correspondence you send to us. Your Email

address will be added to our Customer Service Database so you will automatically receive free updates and tech notices for your

particular product. You will also receive repair status updates (if applicable) and other important information about your product

as it becomes available.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS

CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION

SAFETY WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

l This model is not a toy, and it should not be treated as such. Children under 14 years of age

should not use this product unless closely supervised by an adult.

l This model is powered using a 1 cell Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) battery. In addition to these General

Warnings, please read and understand the Li-Po battery warnings on page 4.

l Fly only indoors or in an area outside that is free of ANY wind at ALL times. Attempting to y

your model in any type of wind will make your model difcult or impossible to control.

l Even though this model is powered by electric motors it doesn't mean that you shouldn't exercise

caution when ying and operating it. You must use caution during use.

l Always be conscious of the spinning rotor blades. Be careful not to allow loose clothing to be

drawn into the spinning rotor blades.

l Because this model is operated by radio control, it is important to make sure you are always

using fresh and/or fully charged batteries. Never allow the batteries to run low or you could lose

control of the model.

l Do not allow any of the electrical components to get wet or electrical damage may occur.

l You should complete a successful check of the radio control system prior to each new day of

ying, or prior to the rst ight of a new or repaired model.

l If your model gets dirty, do not use any solvents to clean it. Solvents may damage the plastic.

l We strongly suggest that when you rst begin ying your model that you perform only basic

manoeuvres, such as hovering, until you are more familiar with the setup and ight characteristics

of the model. This will give you time to feel comfortable with the way the model reacts to control

inputs and power.

l Never y your helicopter in the street or at night. Always y in an area free of obstructions.

l When ying, make sure any spectators are behind you.

l Do not use your model to chase or harass pets or other animals.

General Warnings

For customer service questions or comments, please contact your local distributor. For information

about returning your product for warranty consideration, please see page 19.

In Europe

Ripmax Ltd.

241 Green Street

Eneld, EN3 7SJ, U.K.

Phone: (0) 20 8282-7500

Fax: (0) 20 8282-7501

Website: http://www.ripmax.com

In North America

Global Services

18480 Bandilier Circle

Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone: (714) 963-0329

Fax: (714) 964-6236

Email: service@globalhobby.net

SAFETY WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) batteries are signicantly more volatile than alkaline or NiCd/NiMH

batteries used in RC applications. All instructions and warnings must be followed closely.

Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in re.

Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) Battery Warnings

l Instructions about charging the Li-Po battery can be found on pages 9 and 10.

l DO NOT attempt to charge the Li-Po battery with any charger other than the integrated charger

in the transmitter that is included with your model or the optional AC or Mains charger for your

region listed on page 18.

l DO NOT leave the Li-Po battery unattended during the charging process.

l ALWAYS remove the Li-Po battery from the transmitter charger when not in use.

l ALWAYS charge the Li-Po battery on a re-resistant surface and never charge the Li-Po battery

near any ammable material.

l DO NOT use or charge the Li-Po battery if it's hot to the touch.

l DO NOT leave the Li-Po battery in direct sunlight or in a hot car or storage area, or get the Li-Po

battery wet or expose it to moisture.

l DO NOT short-circuit the Li-Po battery.

l DO NOT leave the Li-Po battery plugged into the model when not in use. The Li-Po battery should

be stored in a re-proof container.

l ALWAYS let the Li-Po battery cool between uses and charging.

l INSPECT the Li-Po battery before each use for swelling or other malformation. If the Li-Po battery

is damaged, it should be discarded. For more information, see page 5.

l DO NOT poke, bend or damage the Li-Po battery. The Li-Po battery's outer casing is soft and can

be damaged.

l DO NOT allow the Li-Po battery to ever exceed 160ºF (71ºC) for any reason.

FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the operating

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and

the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.

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.

Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) and 'AA' Alkaline Battery Instructions for Disposal

This product must not be disposed of with other household waste. Instead, it is the user's

responsibility to dispose of this product by handing it over to a designated collection point

for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and

recycling of this product at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and

ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.

For more information about where you can drop off this product for recycling, please

contact your local city or municipal ofce, your household waste disposal service, or where you

purchased the product.

KIT CONTENTS AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Remove the parts from the box and use the photo below to verify that your set contains all of the

correct parts.

SAFETY WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1) 2.4GHz Digital Transmitter

2) Four 'AA' Alkaline Batteries for Transmitter

3) 1 Cell 110mAh Li-Po Battery for Helicopter

4) Small Philips Head Screwdriver

5) Mini-Stinger 2.4GHz EP RTF Helicopter

This set contains all of the parts and accessories necessary for ight. There is nothing else to purchase!

When the transmitter batteries are depleted, replace with four 1.5 volt 'AA' Alkaline batteries.

Do not dispose of the depleted 'AA' Alkaline batteries in household waste, but take them to

an approved recycling centre for disposal (see Safety Warnings and Important Informaton above).

If your set is missing a part, or if a part appears damaged, please contact

your local distributor using the Customer Service Information on page 3.

Rechargeable NiCd or NiMH batteries (purchased separately) can be used to power the transmitter.

However, they must be charged separately outside of the transmitter with a compatible charger

(available separately). The transmitter does not provide for onboard charging of the 'AA' batteries.

BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HELICOPTER

l The transmitter and the receiver operate in the 2.4GHz frequency band. The 2.4GHz connection

is determined by the transmitter and the receiver pair, therefore, unlike ordinary crystal-based

systems, the helicopter can be own without frequency conicts.

l Before takeoff, always conduct a bench test to make sure that the controls operate properly.

l The transmitter can be switched from Mode 2 (default) to Mode 1. For more information, see

pages 7 and 8.

l The transmitter and receiver are paired from the factory. If there is a problem and the transmitter

does not control the helicopter, the transmitter and receiver should be paired again. For more

information, see page 10.

l The receiver does not have an ON/OFF switch. When you plug the Li-Po battery into the helicopter,

the receiver will power up.

General Information

Transmitter Features and Functions

1) Antenna

2) Li-Po Battery Charger with LED (On Back)

3) Throttle/Rudder Control Stick and Bind Button

4) Rudder Trim Button

5) Throttle Trim Button

6) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

7) Elevator Trim Button

8) Aileron Trim Button

9) Elevator/Aileron Control Stick

and Primary/Advanced Control Button

10) Transmitter Battery Cover (On Back)

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11) ON/OFF Switch

12) Transmitter Mode Display

13) Transmitter Battery Display

14) Throttle Trim Display

15) Rudder Trim Display

16) Throttle Power Percentage Display

17) Aileron Trim Display

18) Elevator Trim Display

19) Primary/Advanced Control Display

BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HELICOPTER

Switching Transmitter Modes - Mode 2 to Mode 1

The transmitter can be switched from Mode 2 to Mode 1 to suit the user's preference. Mode 2 is

the default conguration. In Mode 2, the throttle and rudder controls are on the left control stick and

the aileron and elevator controls are on the right control stick as depicted in the photo on page 6. Mode

2 is typically used in North America and the U.K. Mode 1 places the throttle and aileron controls on

the right control stick and the elevator and rudder controls on the left control stick as depicted in the

photo on page 8. Mode 1 is more popular in Europe and is used in some parts of North America.

To switch from Mode 2 to Mode 1, follow the procedures below:

q Make sure that the transmitter is turned OFF.

q Remove the two screws from the antenna

mount on the back of the transmitter, then

remove the antenna mount.

Helicopter Features

1) Flybar

2) Flybar Weights

3) Upper Main Rotor

4) Main Shaft

5) Lower Main Rotor

6) Swash Plate

7) Canopy

8) Landing Skids

9) Li-Po Battery

10) Main Gears

11) Main Motors

12) Tail Boom

13) Vertical Fin

Do not y the Mini-Stinger without the

canopy installed. The helicopter will be

unstable if own without the canopy, and

in addition, the canopy helps protect the

components inside the helicopter during

a mishap.

For a list of replacement parts,

please see page 18.

q Pull the antenna back so that it is straight

out, then rotate it 180º counter-clockwise and

angle it down into the moulded slot.

q Push the antenna down into the moulded

slot, then reinstall the antenna mount next

to the MODE 1 label that's moulded into the

transmitter and tighten the two screws to lock

the antenna into position.

BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HELICOPTER

1) Antenna

2) Transmitter Battery Cover (On Back)

3) Elevator/Rudder Control Stick

and Primary/Advanced Control Switch

4) Rudder Trim Button

5) ON/OFF Switch

6) Elevator Trim Button

7) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

8) Throttle Trim Button

9) Aileron Trim Button

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10) Li-Po Battery Charger with LED (On Back)

11) Throttle/Aileron Control Stick and Bind Button

12) Transmitter Mode Display

13) Transmitter Battery Display

14) Elevator Trim Display

15) Rudder Trim Display

16) Aileron Trim Display

17) Primary/Advanced Control Display

18) Throttle Trim Display

19) Throttle Power Percentage Display

Using the transmitter

in Mode 1 will change

the control layout to that

shown.

The transmitter must be

turned OFF and the Li-Po

battery removed from the

helicopter prior to changing

the Mode.

PREPARING TO FLY YOUR HELICOPTER

Installing the Transmitter Batteries

q Remove the battery cover from the back of

the transmitter.

q Install the four 'AA' Alkaline batteries into

the battery holder, being careful to make sure

that the polarity is correct (+/-) for each battery.

q Reinstall the battery cover, making sure it’s

rmly seated into place.

Charging the Li-Po Battery

q Remove the Li-Po battery charger cover

from the back of the transmitter.

q Turn the transmitter ON. The LCD should

display. If it doesn't, check the polarity of the

batteries and/or replace the batteries with new

fresh batteries.

The Li-Po battery must be fully charged prior to ying. Before charging, please read the

Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) Battery Warnings section on page 4.

l The two metal contacts on the Li-Po battery must face toward the front of the charger when

installed for charging.

l If the green charging LED does not illuminate when the transmitter is turned ON, remove the

Li-Po battery and reinstall it the opposite direction.

l Ensure that the transmitter batteries have sufcient power to charge the Li-Po battery. At least

one bar should be displayed on the LCD Transmitter Battery Display.

l The charge time of the Li-Po battery will vary. It can take up to 30 minutes to recharge a

fully-discharged battery.

l Do not replace the Li-Po battery charger cover while the Li-Po battery is charging.

q Slide the Li-Po battery into the charging

slot, making sure that the two metal contacts

on the Li-Po battery are toward the front of the

transmitter. The Charge LED should illuminate

solid green.

PREPARING TO FLY YOUR HELICOPTER

q Allow the Li-Po battery to fully charge. Once fully charged, the Charge LED will go out. At this time,

turn the transmitter OFF, remove the Li-Po battery, then reinstall the Li-Po battery charger cover.

Primary/Advanced Control Switching

Your helicopter has two control settings - Primary and Advanced, allowing you to choose which

control setup suits your skill level. The current control setting is shown on the LCD as follows:

Primary - Half Circle Advanced - Solid Circle

l When set to Primary, the throttle curve is adjusted to make the helicopter easier to control. This

is recommended for beginners.

l When set to Advanced, the throttle curve is adjusted to make the helicopter more responsive

and more agile. This is recommended for more advanced pilots.

Until you’re familiar with ying the helicopter, we suggest using the Primary control setting.

q To change the Primary/Advanced control setting, turn the transmitter ON, then

press the Aileron/Elevator control stick down until you hear a 'click'. The transmitter

will beep once and the Primary/Advanced Control Display will change on the LCD.

The Primary/Advanced control setting can also be changed during ight.

If you're using Mode 1, press the Rudder/Elevator control stick down.

Binding the Transmitter and Receiver

The transmitter and receiver have already been paired (the binding process) at the factory. You

will only need to follow these procedures if your transmitter and receiver are not communicating

and need to be paired again.

q Press and hold the Throttle/Rudder control stick down until you hear a 'click',

and at the same time, turn the Transmitter ON. The transmitter will beep continuously

and the LCD will display three dashes.

If you're using Mode 1, press the Throttle/Aileron control stick down.

Click!

Elevator/Rudder

Control Stick - Mode 2

Click!

Throttle/Rudder

Control Stick - Mode 2

q Release the control stick and plug the Li-Po battery into the helicopter. When paired, the

red LED in the helicopter will turn solid and the transmitter LCD will return to normal.

q Test the controls to ensure proper operation. If the controls do not operate properly, or

the red LED in the helicopter continues to blink rapidly, remove the Li-Po battery, turn the

transmitter OFF, then repeat the procedure again.

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