Instruction Manual Manuel d’utilisation
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EN Safety Precautions and Warnings • Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control. • Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
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EN Box Contents: • Scimitar® 110 BNF Basic Quadcopter - Spektrum™ Serial Receiver (SPM4648) - 4-n-1 FPV ESC (BLH04101) - (4) 1106 6000Kv brushless motors (BLH04103) - Betaflight F3 Flight Controller with OSD (BLH04106) - 25-150mW Video Transmitter (adjustable)(BLH04108) - FPV Camera (SPMVCM01) The operating frequency of the aircraft is 2404 – 2476 MHz BLH04108 Analog VTX is 5.8GHz (1mW – 150mW adjustable) and requires an amateur radio license in North America (installed in BLH04150 BNF).
EN First Flight Preparation Flying Checklist ❏❏Always turn the transmitter on first ❏❏Plug the flight battery into the lead from the ESC ❏❏Allow the ESC to initialize and arm properly ❏❏Fly the model ❏❏Land the model ❏❏Unplug the flight battery from the ESC ❏❏Always turn the transmitter off last • Remove and inspect contents • Begin charging the flight battery • Assemble the aircraft • Program your computer transmitter • Install the flight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged) • Bind yo
EN Transmitter Setup DX6 – DX20, iX12 SETUP LIST FUNCTION LIST Model Type Airplane F-Mode Setup Switch 1 Switch 2 Inhibit Inhibit Channel Assign Channel Input Config 1 Throttle 2 Aileron 3 Elevator 4 Rudder 5 Gear Switch B 6 Aux 1 Switch H Frame Rate 11ms DSMX Servo Setup Chan THR AIL ELE RUD GER AUX1 Travel 150/150 148/148 148/148 148/148 100/100 100/100 D/R & Expo Switch (B) Chan Pos 0 AILE 1 2 0 ELEV 1 2 Switch Functions Flight Mode Switch = Switch B Motor Arm Switch = Switch H 7 Reverse Normal
EN Installing the Flight Battery 1. Set the motor arm switch to OFF (position 1). 2. Lower the throttle. 3. Power on the transmitter. 4. Attach hook material to the quadcopter frame and loop material to the battery. 5. Install the flight battery on the quadcopter frame and secure it with the hook and loop strap. 6. Connect the battery cable to the aircraft power lead, noting correct polarity.
EN Transmitter and Receiver Binding To bind or re-bind your quadcopter to your chosen transmitter, follow the directions below. Binding Procedure 1. Disconnect the flight battery from the quadcopter. 2. Set the model type in your transmitter settings to “Acro” mode. 3. Center all trims on your transmitter. 4. Power off the transmitter and fully lower the throttle. 5. Connect the flight battery in the quadcopter.
EN Understanding the Primary Flight Controls If you are not familiar with the controls of your quadcopter, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your first flight.
EN Elevator Left Side View Elevator down Left Side View Elevator up Forward Backward Aileron Rear View Aileron left Rear View Aileron right Left Right Adjusting the FPV Camera Angle The angle of the FPV camera is adjusted by moving the small lever on the top of the quadcopter forward or backward until the desired angle is achieved as shown in the illustration.
EN Using the Video Transmitter Specifications BLH04108 5650 – 5925 MHz Off, 25mW, 150mW (selectable) DC 5V DC 5V MMCX SPMVCM01 Transmitter Frequency (MHz) Output Power Input Voltage Camera Output Voltage Antenna Connector Recommended Camera Available Frequencies, North America (mHz) Band CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 Band A 5865 5845 5825 Band B 5733 5752 5771 Band E 5705 5685 5665 FS/IRC 5740 5760 5780 RaceBand 5658 5695 5732 CH 4 5805 5790 5665 5800 5769 CH 5 5785 5809 5885 5820 5806 CH 6 5765 5828 5905 5840 5843
EN Using the Video Transmitter The video transmitter channel and band are changed using the button on the top of the quadcopter, as shown. There are eight LEDs on the video transmitter board. The first two LEDs indicate the power setting, the red LED is LED window the channel indicator, and the next five blue LEDs are the band indicators. Power Output Selection: 1. Press and hold the button for five seconds to change the power output. 25mW is indicated by the first green LED glowing solid.
EN Spektrum VTX Control Spektrum control signals include a special command system to manage frequencies and power output on video transmitters. This aircraft has a video transmitter which can be controlled from compatible Spektrum Transmitters with Spektrum AirWare™ firmware: To apply changes to the video transmitter 1. Power on the video transmitter and ensure it is properly connect to the aircraft receiver. 2. From the Model Adjust menu, select Video Tx. 3.
EN On Screen Display (OSD) This aircraft includes an On Screen Display (OSD) integrated into the Betaflight F3 flight controller. The OSD shows the Flight Mode, a timer, and voltage. A call sign is also available on the OSD, it is recommended to display your HAM call sign to satisfy amateur radio rules. Flight Mode OSD Menu The OSD has a menu system which has options where the pilot can make changes. 1. To enter the menu the motor must be disarmed. 2.
EN Preparing the Scimitar Quadcopter for Flight 1. Before each flight, ALWAYS power on the transmitter before connecting the flight battery to the quadcopter. After each flight, disconnect the flight battery from the quadcopter before powering off the transmitter. NOTICE: Connecting the flight battery before powering on the transmitter can start the binding process. Please see the Transmitter and Receiver Binding section of this manual for more information. 2.
EN Flying the Scimitar Quadcopter Takeoff When you are prepared to fly, start the motors by activating the motor arm switch (switch H), as programmed in the transmitter setup section. Increase the throttle until the model is approximately 2 ft. (600mm) off the ground and check the trim so the model flies as desired. Once the trim is adjusted, begin flying the model. Flight times for the included battery will vary according to how aggressively the throttle is used.
EN Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist WARNING: Remove the propellers from the motors prior to performing any troubleshooting or maintenance. Failure to do so may cause serious injury if the motors start unexpetedly. √ Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning. Remove dust and debris with a soft brush or a dry, lint-free cloth. Motors Replace the motor when the model will not fly steady or veers off when doing a climb out. Make sure the wiring does not block moving parts.
EN Problem Quadcopter will not respond to throttle Quadcopter does not function and smells burnt after connecting the flight battery Possible Cause Solution Motor arm switch is in the OFF position Set the motor arm switch to the ON position Throttle too high and/or throttle trim Reset controls with the throttle stick is too high and throttle trim at the lowest setting Disconnect the flight battery and re-initialize Quadcopter moved during initialization the quadcopter while keeping the quadcopter from mo
EN Problem Difficulty binding Difficulty connecting (after binding) Possible Cause Bind button not pressed while powering on the quadcopter Bind switch or button was not held while transmitter was powered on Transmitter too near aircraft during binding process Quadcopter or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter Transmitter not powered on before the quadcopter Less than a 5-second wait between first powering on the transmitter and connecting the flight batt
EN Parts Explosion 2 7 8 6 3 11 12 2 5 2 10 1 4 2 Parts Listings 1 2 3 4 5 6 Part # BLH04101 BLH04102 BLH04103 BLH04104 BLH04106 BLH04109 Description 4-n-1 FPV ESC BLHeli: Scimitar 110 Body: Scimitar 110 Motor: Scimitar 110 1106-6000Kv Carbon Frame: Scimitar 110 Flight Controller: Scimitar 110 Flight Controller Stack: Scimitar 110 Part # 7 SPMVCM01 Description FPV Camera: Scimitar 110 150mw Video Transmitter: Scimitar 8 BLH04108 110 (North America only) 10 BLH04109BK Props (4): Scimitar 110 11
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EN FCC Information FCC ID: BRWSPMR4648A This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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