™ INSTRUCTION MANUAL ™ Specifications Length: 11.22 in [285mm] Width: 1.58 in [40mm] Height: 3.94 in [100mm] Entire Contents © Copyright 2010 Rotor Span: 12 in [305mm] Weight: 3.2 oz [90.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ● Only use the included charger with the included battery or replacement part (GPMP0410). ● Do not attempt to use this charger with NiCd or NiMH battery packs. ● Never charge in excess of 4.20V per cell. ● If the battery should become damaged, discard the battery. Do not attempt to use a damaged battery. ● Do not leave the charger unattended while charging.
WARRANTY Heli-Max™ 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 modification. In no case shall Heli-Max’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Heli-Max reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Heli-Max Novus 125 CP Helicopter. We are certain you will get many hours of enjoyment out of this model. If you should have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at helihotline@ hobbico.com. For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the Novus Helicopter visit the Heli-Max web site at: www.helimax-rc.com Open the “Helicopters” link, and then select the Novus 125 CP.
5. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown this type of model before, we recommend that you get the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your first flights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose membership includes experienced pilots.
KIT CONTENTS 4 1 2 5 1. Helicopter 2. Flight Battery 6 3 3. Charger 5. Replacement Main Rotor Blades 4. Transmitter 6.
INSTALL THE TRANSMITTER BATTERIES ❏ Open the battery cover on the back of the transmitter, remove the battery box and install eight AA batteries into the battery box. Double check the polarity of each battery before placing the battery box back into the transmitter and replacing the battery cover. ❏ Turn on the transmitter and verify that the LCD initializes. Turn the transmitter off for now.
CHARGING THE FLIGHT BATTERY WARNING!! The charger supplied with the Heli-Max Novus Helicopter contains protective circuitry. If you experience any difficulties while charging the battery, please disconnect the battery from the charger and unplug the charger from the power source. Allow the battery and charger to rest for two hours as this will allow the charge protection circuit to reset. If this issue re-occurs during normal use, please contact technical support for further assistance.
❏ Plug the battery into the charger. The charge indicator light will start flashing red quickly; this indicates that the battery is being charged. Once the battery is completely charged, the charge indicator light will turn green (solid or flashing). Disconnect the battery from the charger. Under normal operating conditions, the battery may take up to one hour to recharge.
LITHIUM BATTERY HANDLING & USAGE WARNING! Read the entire instruction sheet included with this battery. Failure to follow all instructions could cause permanent damage to the battery and its surroundings, and may cause bodily harm! ● Land your model immediately when the battery begins to lose power. Recharge the battery before attempting another flight.
TURNING THE MODEL ON ❏ Install the flight battery by sliding it into the Novus 125 CP as shown.
❏ Your Novus helicopter uses a 2.4GHz system that requires linking the transmitter to the receiver when the unit is powered up. With the transmitter turned off, connect the flight battery to the helicopter. Then place the model on a flat surface and turn the transmitter on. You will notice that the trim tab indicators are moving. This is an indication of the linking process. Allow the helicopter to remain still and do not move the transmitter sticks during the linking process.
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS All controls are described with the tail pointing directly toward you. This is the best way to fly in the beginning since it keeps the control inputs oriented the same direction. Once you start getting comfortable you can work on side hovering and nose-in. WARNING! If you inadvertently select the Flight Mode 1 function the throttle will instantly power up to at least 85% power and this may damage the helicopter or possibly cause injury to yourself or others.
100 75 50 Throttle Curve Normal Flight Mode 1 25 0 LOW STICK MIDDLE STICK HIGH STICK The flight mode switch should be left in the “Normal” position while powering the model or while hovering. Once you begin performing aerobatics or inverted flight it will be necessary to use the “Flight Mode 1” position.
Moving the cyclic stick right will cause the helicopter to tilt right and start moving that direction. Helicopter Moves Right Moving the cyclic stick left will cause the helicopter to tilt left and start moving that direction. Helicopter Moves Left Helicopter Moves Backwards 16 Moving the cyclic stick backwards (towards you) will cause the helicopter to tilt backwards and start moving that direction.
Helicopter Moves Forward Moving the cyclic stick forward (away from you) will cause the helicopter to tilt forward and start moving that direction. Moving the collective stick up (away from you) will cause the helicopter to climb higher. Helicopter Climbs Moving the collective stick down (towards you) will cause the helicopter to descend.
Moving the tail rotor stick towards the left will cause the helicopter nose to rotate left (counterclockwise). Nose Rotates Left Moving the tail rotor stick towards the right will cause the helicopter nose to rotate right (clockwise).
BLADE TRACKING WARNING! Always wear safety glasses when operating the Novus or when tracking the main blades. Your Novus was test flown at the factory and the blade tracking has already been set. If the blade tracking needs to be checked please follow the procedure listed below. The blade tracking must also be checked after maintenance has been performed, or after a crash.
FLYING The Heli-Max Novus 125 CP is a lightweight helicopter. Taking that into consideration, you should only fly the helicopter indoors or in calm winds less than 1mph until you become accustomed to the Novus 125 CP helicopter. The Novus should be flown in a large area of at least 50 feet [15.25m] square with no obstacles. The Novus 125 CP is lightweight and due to this it does not fly well in ground effect (air disturbance when the model helicopter is hovered below 1 foot [30cm]).
Landing Level the helicopter into a steady hover and slowly decrease power until the helicopter settles onto the ground. Basic Maneuvers Once you become comfortable with hovering at different orientations and landing, it’s time to move on to more advanced maneuvers. Slow Pirouettes – Add a small amount of tail rotor (left or right) and try rotating the helicopter slightly sideways and see if you can hold it there. If you feel uncomfortable, then bring the tail back toward you.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR The Heli-Max™ Novus 125 CP is an extremely small helicopter. Working on a model this size will require small tools. The DTXR0170 DuraTrax® Precision Phillips Screwdriver 00x75mm is recommended. On occasion it will be necessary to replace damaged parts after a crash. Please use this section as a guide to performing these steps. Main Rotor Blade Replacement Remove the blade bolt using a #00 phillips screwdriver.
Main Rotor Grip Replacement Remove both blade bolts and main rotor blades. Remove the linkages from both blade grip mixers. Remove the two spindle screws and the blade grips can be easily removed. Reinstall the parts in the reverse order listed above. Replacing the Flybar Loosen the screws on both flybar paddle collars. Rotate the paddles counter clockwise to remove the paddle and the collar from the flybar. Loosen the screws on the flybar carrier (both sides).
Replacing the Main Gear Remove the lower retaining pin from the main gear using needle nose pliers. Remove the old main gear from the model and install the new main gear. Align the hole in the main shaft with the hole in the main gear and press the small pin back through the hole. Replacing the Main Shaft Remove the lower retaining pin from the main gear using needle nose pliers. Disconnect the servo linkages from the swashplate. Slide the main shaft straight up and out of the main frame.
Tail Rotor Blade Replacement Remove the tail rotor blade retention screw from the tail rotor grip, slide the old tail rotor blade from the grip. Insert the new tail rotor blade ensuring that it is facing the correct direction and install the blade retaining screw into the tail rotor grip. Tail Boom Support Replacement Remove the two boom support retention screws. Install the new tail boom support using the two screws.
Tail Rotor Shaft or Tail Gear Replacement Loosen the tail rotor shaft collar and remove it from the tail rotor shaft. Unsnap the tail pitch links from the tail rotor grips. Hold the tail gear and spacer in place and slowly pull the tail rotor shaft from the helicopter as shown. If necessary insert the new tail rotor gear and slide the new tail rotor shaft into place. Install the tail rotor shaft collar ensuring that the screw is aligned with the flat spot on the tail rotor shaft.
Landing Gear Replacement Remove the two tail boom support screws and the four landing gear screws. Pull the old landing gear from the model and install the new landing gear using four screws. Install the two screws used to attach the boom supports to the landing gear.
TRANSMITTER SETTINGS Transmitter Specifications: ● 2.4GHz FHSS ● 6 Channel Encoder ● 100mW Output Power ● Automatic Linking ● 230mAh Current Drain ● Requires (8) AA Alkaline (Rechargeable AA cells can be used) Stick Length Adjustment To adjust the stick length hold onto the lower portion of the stick and turn the upper portion counterclockwise to unlock and separate the upper stick end from the lower stick end. Rotate the upper stick end to adjust the length.
PROGRAMMING YOUR TRANSMITTER The Heli-Max TX6024 transmitter is factory set for the Novus 125 CP helicopter. Before making any changes it is recommended to fly the model several times. If you feel a change is needed after several flights, then please feel free to make adjustments following the recommendations below. WARNING! Setting these values incorrectly could result in a loss of control, damage to the model or possibly injury to yourself or others.
Swashplate Type 1 Servo – Pure Function 120º CCPM EPA Mixing Novus 125 CP 120º CCPM PAE Mixing Three swashplate types are available with the TX6024 transmitter. The Novus 125 CP uses the 120° CCPM EPA type. The TX6024 also has a single servo (pure function) swashplate type and a 120° CCPM PAE swashplate type. Channel Reversing The channel reversing function is used to reverse the operation of a servo.
Normal Throttle Curve Offset Adjustment 100 Flightmode 1 Throttle Curve Offset Adjustment 100 75 V1 = 75 75 50 V1 = 50 50 V1 = 60 V1 = 50 V1 = 40 25 V1 = 40 25 V1 Adjustment 0 V1 Adjustment 0 LOW STICK MIDDLE STICK HIGH STICK MIDDLE STICK LOW STICK HIGH STICK Set the flight mode switch to the [Normal] position and adjust V1 to set the throttle offset at the hover point. When Adjuster V1 is set to the 50% value, then the throttle curve is not offset.
Pitch & Pitch Servo Travel Adjustment To enable this function press the [L] button until “ON” is shown on the display. This function is disabled by default. Set both adjusters to the mid point or 50%. Adjuster V1 is used to set the pitch curve hover offset and adjuster V2 is used to set the maximum pitch range.
Gyro Gain This function is used to set the gain of the gyro. Press the [L] button until “On” is shown on the LCD display. Turn adjuster V1 to the desired gyro gain and press [ENTER] to set the gain. Adjustment suggestions: 1. If the tail has a tendency to drift slowly during flight then increase the gyro gain until the drift is eliminated. 2. If the tail has a tendency to oscillate quickly back and forth then decrease the gain by 1% increments until the oscillation is eliminated.
E-BOARD ADJUSTMENTS Tail Rotor Extent This adjustment is factory set to the ideal setting and the setting should not be changed unless absolutely necessary. The [RUD EXTENT] is used to adjust the maximum throw of the tail rotor servo. The adjustment procedure consists of turning the model on, holding full tail rotor stick (left or right) and turning the adjuster until the servo has reached full travel without binding.
ORDERING PARTS Replacement parts for the Heli-Max Novus 125 CP are available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows. The fastest, most economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer. To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www.hobbico.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the menu on the left side of the page. Follow the instructions provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or International dealer.
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