HobbyZone Aerobird Challenger Manuel utilisateur

HobbyZone®products are distributed exclusively by

Horizon Hobby, Inc.

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, IL 61822

www.hobbyzonesports.com

5723

HBZ3515

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Welcome

to the World of

Crash damage is not covered

under the warranty.

Be sure to read the warranty

on page 38 and "Warnings and

Safety" on page 35 before you

proceed to Step 1.

The Pro Mode changes the Aerobird Challenger’s characteristics,

and allows more aggressive maneuvers for those who want it!

See page 26 for more on Multi Mode.

The Aerobird Challenger is also equipped with HobbyZone’s

exclusive X-port™ feature. This allows the attachment of exciting

accessories, including the Sonic Combat Module (HBZ4020) for

air-to-air and air-to-ground fighting, and the Aerial Drop Module

(HBZ6023), which allows items such as the parachute jumper

and streamer bombs to be dropped. See page 31 for more on

the X-port.

Be sure to read the warranty on page 38 and "Success Tips"

on page 36 before you proceed to Step 1.

Your Aerobird Challenger™adventures are about to begin. In

order to have a safe and successful experience, we’d like you

to do a couple of things first: watch the instructional Video

CD and read and follow the directions carefully.

While easy to fly, the Aerobird Challenger may be more than

the first-time pilot can handle. If you haven’t flown one of

HobbyZone’s Zone 1 or 2 airplanes or any other radio

controlled aircraft, we recommend you seek the help of an

experienced radio control pilot during your beginning flights.

Crash damage is not covered under the warranty.

The Aerobird Challenger is equipped with some

exciting features, including a Multi-Mode Flight Control

system. The computer onboard the plane is programmed

with two flight modes. The default Sport Mode is great for

pilots transitioning from 2-channel planes and for those who

want a more relaxed flying experience.

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2. Once you're satisfied that the wing is centered,

attach the wing using the 6 rubber bands

provided. Stretch two of the rubber bands from

the front to the rear attach points. Stretch the

next two diagonally across the middle. Stretch the

last two rubber bands from the front to rear attach

points as you did with the first two. Once the

rubber bands are in place, confirm the wing is

securely attached.

3. Before each flight, make sure the front and

trailing edges of the wing are exactly centered

on the fuselage.Rc

Step 2

Step 1

Mounting the Landing Gear

1. Insert the landing gear into the slot on bottom

of the fuselage.

Note: When flying without X-port™modules and

landing on grass, it is not necessary to have the

landing gear installed.

Attaching the Wing

1. Center the wing on the fuselage by aligning

the center dot on the wing with the fuselage

top seam and by centering the half circle on

the wing’s trailing edge over the fuselage

center.

1. Remove the transmitter back cover by pushing down

with your thumbs, as indicated.

2. Install batteries. Use fresh 1.5V "AA" and watch

the polarity.

3. Replace the cover.

4. To test, switch on the transmitter—the LED should

glow brightly.

5. Replace the batteries when you hear

the low-battery alarm (beeping sound).

Needed for Step 1

8 "AA" Batteries (included)

Transmitter

Needed for Step 2

Rubber Bands (x6)

Main Landing Gear

Wing and Landing Gear Attachment

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Step 3

Step 2

Motor TestWing and Landing Gear Attachment continued

1. Be sure throttle slider is in the Off position.

2. Turn the transmitter on.

3. Install the battery in the fuselage slot and plug

in the connector.

4. The Aerobird Challenger™has a built-in throttle

arming feature, which needs to “see” the throttle

slider in the Off position before it will spin the

propeller. First, keep all objects clear of the

propeller. Advance the throttle forward and the

propeller will start to turn. Since most batteries

come partially charged, the propeller should spin

at high speed. The throttle arming feature will

need to be activated each time the battery is

plugged into the airplane. (If the motor does

not run, proceed to Step 4: “Charging the

Aircraft Battery.”)

5. When finished with the motor test, be sure to

disconnect the battery first then turn off the

transmitter.

Attaching the Tail Wheel

• Installation of the included tail wheel is optional.

If added, be extremely careful to adjust the

tail screws and tail to their original positions.

Adult Supervision Required

WARNING: Keep everything clear of the propeller

and hold the plane securely. A moving propeller

can cause severe injury.

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Step 4

Charging the Aircraft Battery continued

DC Peak Detect Charger Features:

• Variable charge rate from 0.3–1.2 amp charge rate

• Trickle charge

• Automobile 12V power outlet DC adapter

• HobbyZone®large battery pack connector

• Charges Ni-Cd and Ni-MH battery packs

• LED charge indicator

Charging HobbyZone Ni-MH Battery Packs

1. Using the dial indicator on the side of the charger,

set the charge rate as indicated in the chart below.

2. Connect the battery pack to the charger.

3. Connect the charger to the 12V power outlet in

your automobile. The LED will continually blink

slowly while the battery charges.

4. Charging is finished when the LED indicator

glows steadily

Note: If you purchase the connector adapter

(HBZ1027), you can use your peak charger to

charge other HobbyZone airplane and boat

batteries. Use the charge rates from the chart

at the left.

Note: Damage to the charger and battery pack

will occur if you exceed the maximum charge

rates recommended in the chart.

Safety Precautions

Do not leave the battery and charger unattended

while in use. While charging, place the battery on

a heat resistant surface and constantly monitor

the temperature of the battery pack. Do not allow

children to charge batteries unless they are super-

vised by a responsible adult.

Battery Capacity Maximum Typical

Charge Rate Charge Time

Aerobird Challenger

900mAh 7.2 and 8.4V Ni-MH 1.2 amps 40 minutes*

Other HobbyZone Batteries

600mAh 4.8 and 6.0V Ni-MH 0.8 amps 40 minutes*

Requires connector adapter (sold separately)

300mAh 6.0V Ni-MH 0.4 amps 40 minutes*

Requires connector adapter (sold separately)

* Above charge times are only estimates. Actual charge

times may vary.

Charging the Aircraft Battery

This charger uses a unique peak detection circuitry that

ensures an accurate charge every time and protects

your Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries from the dangers of

over-charging. This charger continually monitors the

battery’s charge curve and automatically stops charging

when the peak charge is detected. The peak detection

charger will help avoid damaging Ni-Cd and

Ni-MH cells.

Important:

The Aerobird Challenger™battery should be charged

shortly before flying.If you charge the battery 12 to

24 hours prior to flying, you will need to “re-peak”

the battery before you fly by repeating the steps

on page 9.

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Step 5

Tail Control Test continued

Step 5

Moves Up

Moves Down

Moves Up

Pull Back for

“Up” Elevator

Push Forward for

“Down” Elevator

Tail Control Test

Warning: Keep everything clear of the propeller

before starting the control test in the event that

you accidentally turn on the motor.

1. Be sure the throttle slider is in the Off position.

2. Switch on the transmitter–check to make sure the

LED is lit, indicating the transmitter has power.

3. Install battery in fuselage and plug in

connector.

4. Move the stick side to side. The tail flaps

should move as shown on the following page.

5. Move the stick up and down. The tail flaps

should move as shown on the following page.

6. The small lever under and to the side of the

control stick are the trim levers and are used to

adjust the “neutral” point of your control stick.

It’s very important that this lever is centered

when performing these control tests.

7. If each flap is not level with the rest of the tail

surface when the trim levers are centered,

adjust the control lines so they are level

(see pages 12 and 24).

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Step 7

Step 6

Choose a Large, Open Grassy Field

•Alarge, open grass field is required. The

Aerobird Challenger™flies approximately

20 mph, so it covers ground fast. The bigger

the field, the better!

•It is absolutely essential to have a minimum of

300 feet of clear space in all directions from

the pilot. If you ignore this direction, you will

regret it.

IMPORTANT: Do not fly over or near people,

buildings, power lines, highways, train tracks,

vehicles, trees, water, pavement, gravel, any hard

surface or any object you don't want to crash into.

Please take this warning seriously to keep people,

property and your Aerobird Challenger safe.

Crash damage is not covered by the warranty.

Making adjustments—Leveling the Tail Control Flaps

Before making your first flight, if tail control flaps

are not level with rest of tail surface, adjust them

so they are level by doing the following:

1. Be sure the throttle slider is in the Off position.

2. Turn the transmitter on, plug in the aircraft

battery and center the right control stick and

trim levers.

3. Use your fingers or a small flat screwdriver to

turn the slotted spool on the control horn.

Depending on the direction you turn, this will

lengthen or shorten the control line.

4. While applying some tension to the control

lines, adjust until the control surfaces are level

with the rest of the surface.

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Step 9

Step 8

Range Test 1. One person holds the transmitter; the other

person walks 100 paces away with the aiplane.

2. Be sure the throttle slider is in the off position.

3. Extend transmitter antenna completely and turn

transmitter on.

4. Plug in airplane battery and close hatch cover.

5. As soon as you move the throttle slider forward

the propeller should spin quickly

6. As the first person moves the transmitter

controls at the same time, the other person

watches to be sure the airplane’s motor and

tail controls operate smoothly.

Warning: The person holding the airplane

should hold it so that the propeller does not

come in contact with any part of their body.

You will need two people to do the range test:

one to hold the transmitter and one to hold

the airplane.

If model does not range test correctly, do not

fly. Call Horizon Hobby Product Support staff

toll-free at 1-877-504-0233 for directions on

how to proceed.

Choose a Calm Day

You want to fly! If you wait until the day is right,

you will have a successful flight. On your first

flights, do not fly if the wind is more than 7 mph!

To check wind conditions:

1. Tie the included red flag to the end of the

transmitter antenna.

2. Hold the transmitter flat so the antenna is

parallel to the ground and note how much

the flag moves in the wind.

• If the flag hangs down,

it’s good to fly.

• If the angle between the antenna and

the flag is less than 20˚, it’s too windy

for your first flights.

SUCCESS TIP: Flying in too much wind is by

far the #1 reason for crashes and/or lost planes.

Follow these guidelines to protect the

Aerobird Challenger™—you’ll be glad you did.

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Step 10

Hand Launch

1. On first flights, have a second person

(adult recommended) launch the Aerobird

Challenger™while the pilot controls with the

transmitter. Adult assistance is always recom-

mended with pilots 12 years of age or younger.

2. Make sure the battery is fully charged.

3. While holding transmitter in one hand, push

throttle slider to full on (up) with thumb.

4. Take a couple of steps and launch the model

directly into the wind. Keep the wings level.

Use medium force. Do not throw it up or down.

Point it level (parallel) with the ground when

releasing. Think of it as a javelin that you are

throwing 20 feet away.

WATCH OUT! Keep the spinning propeller away

from your hair, head and hands or injury may

occur.

IMPORTANT: Before launching, determine the

wind direction by watching which way the red

transmitter ribbon is blowing.

Step 11

Seek Assistance from an Experienced

Radio Control Pilot VERY IMPORTANT

The 3-channel control system is designed for the experienced

radio control pilot and is not intended for the first time flyer. If

you can successfully fly the HobbyZone® Firebird Outlaw™

Firebird™, Firebird II™, Firebird XL™, or Firebird Commander™,

then you should be ready for the Aerobird Challenger™. The

Aerobird Challenger can be controlled in a similar manner as

a 2-channel plane, such as the Firebird, Firebird II, or Firebird

XL, by simply limiting control stick movements to the left or

the right and using the throttle to ascend or descend.

However, first-time pilots of the Aerobird Challenger should

seek the assistance of an experienced RC flyer until the addi-

tional third channel, pitch control has been competently

mastered. Crash damage is not covered under the warranty.

The flying characteristics of the Aerobird Challenger should

not be altered for your first flights. Once you are comfortable

flying the plane in the standard configuration, i.e. the out-of-

the-box configuration, only then should you attempt to change

the flying characteristics of the Aerobird Challenger by

changing hole positions in the control horns and adding

wing streamers.

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Step 13

Step 12

Flying 1. After launching, the Aerobird Challenger™will

begin climbing at full throttle. Keep the throttle

full on.

2. Make right and left adjustments of the control

stick to keep it flying straight into the wind.

Don’t attempt a turn until the Aerobird Challenger

reaches 50 feet of altitude.

3. Control range is 2500 feet. Don’t let the plane

fly too far away. Keep upwind, especially if wind

is over 10 mph, or the wind may carry it out of

sight and/or control range.

Turning

Move the stick in the direction you want the model

to turn. Avoid holding full right or full left for more

than 2 seconds, as this will cause the plane to spiral

dive and crash.

IMPORTANT: Don’t hold the stick to the right

or left full over for more than 2 seconds. This

can cause the model to spiral dive and crash.

Do not try to climb too steeply, as very little

UP elevator (pull back on stick) should

be required.

Runway Takeoff

(Not recommended for inexperienced pilots)

1. Stand behind the Aerobird Challenger™

and point it directly into the wind on smooth

asphalt or concrete.

2. Apply full power and adjust the right control

stick as necessary to keep the Aerobird

Challenger headed directly into the wind.

3. If battery is fully charged, your Aerobird Challenger

should lift off the ground in approximately 35 feet.

Apply some UP elevator by pulling the stick back,

and the plane will lift off the ground in a

shorter distance.

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