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1. H robbe Operating Instructions Features e Visually and technically upgraded version of the Arrow Plus Trainer EVO e Main rotor blades and tail stabiliser with LED lights e High quality set including computer transmitter Black Bullet RTF FTR e Numerous black anodised metal parts 2 4 GHz No S2538 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 SAA FUTABA Transmitter Ready Fire E FUTABA Transmitter Ready abbreviated to FTR applies to various models from the Nine Eagles range The transmitter and gt receiver supplied with these models operate with the FUTABA S FHSS code which means that they can also be controlled using any FUTABA transmitter which can be set to S FHSS mode At present these are the following transmitters T6J R2006GS 2 4 GHz FHSS No F4100 T 8J R2008SB 2 4 GHz FHSS S FHSS No F4108 T18MZ R7008SB 2 4 GHz FASSTest M2 No F8073 T18MZ R7008SB 2 4 GHz FASSTest M1 No F8073M1 T 14SG R7008SB 2 4 GHz FASSTest M2 No F8075 T14SG R7008SB 2 4 GHz FASSTest M1 No F8075M1 FX 32 R7008 2 4 GHz FASSTest No F8078 Using the S FHSS General Link module Order No NE480193 If you intend to fly the model using a FUTABA transmitter without S FHSS transmission system or a different make of trans mitter you will need the S FHSS General Link module Before using the General Link module it is essential to read through the instructions supplied with the unit since various s2. taking care not to touch the throttle control Repeat this procedure every time you wish to fly the model Note the 2 4 GHz transmitter and receiver are supplied already bound at the factory It will only be necessary to bind the system again after a repair or if you exchange a component Correct procedure Nine Eagles Fitting the lighting batteries 1 Unscrew the top rotor head fairing Fig 1 2 Fit two CR2016 button cells Figs 2 and 3 in the fairing you have just removed positive terminal up negative terminal down 3 Screw the fairing with button cells fitted onto the rotor head again 4 If you screw the fairing fully in place the LEDs on the rotor blades light up 5 You can switch the LED lights off again by gently turning the fairing anti clockwise Fig 4 6 If you do not intend using the lights for a long period please remove the button cells from the battery compartment terminal _a 7 terminal Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No S2538 Transmitter settings Mode 1 Throttle trim If the rotor starts to move without you touching the throttle stick or does not respond to stick movements you need to adjust the throttle trim until the rotor is stationary Tail rotor trim If the model s nose turns to right or left when it lifts off adjust the tail rotor trim button
3. Connect the battery to the charger The char ger emits a brief beep during the charge process the green monitor LED on the charger flashes When the charge process is complete you will hear a further brief beep and the green monitor LED on the charger glows constantiy Disconnect the battery from the charger then disconnect the mains PSU from the wall socket Safety Notes Do not operate your charger and batteries on an inflamma ble surface and do not leave the equipment running un supervised Protect from damp Do not subject it to direct sunshine and do not cover the charger Do not charge batteries that are hot to the touch Allow batteries to cool down to ambient temperature Charge the battery only using the charger included in the set do not use any other charger The charger should only be used to charge the battery included in the set Safety Notes regarding LiPo batteries Do not place the battery in vvater or any other liquid Never heat or incinerate the pack or place it in a micro wave oven Avoid short circuits and never charge the battery with re versed polarity Do not subject the battery to pressure or shock loads and never distort or throw the pack Never solder directly to the battery Do not modify or open the battery Batteries must only be charged with a suitable charger never connect the battery directly to a mains power supp ly Never charge or discharge a battery in bright
4. mode select status indicator won mv M DE 4 Pitch axis a put control A 123456 FE status indicator tail rotor control Dual Rate status indicator status indicator Rotational speed status indicator Throttle control Status indicator roll control Also Status indicator for the individual trim settings Transmitter settings Mode 2 as supplied Throttle trim Pitch axis trim Throttle Select switch control Dual Rate and Tail rotor Roll control and pitch axis control control Roll trim Status indicator mode select Status indicator transmitter battery Status indicator Throttle control status indicator Rotational speed status indicator Pitch axis control tail rotor control Status indicator roll control Dual Rate status indicator Also Status indicator for the individual trim settings robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Primary and expanded control function setting The transmitter offers the facility to adjust the sensitivity of the stick movements We recommend softer reduced travels for beginners Open the transmitter battery compartment and insert the eight AA size NiMH cells maintain correct polarity Switching sensitivity e the transmitter on S Reduced control function Locate the toggle switch at top right of the transmitter and mo
5. 7 Reduced and expanded control functions 8 Converting the transmitter from Mode 1 to Mode 2 8 Charging the battery Safety Notes 9 Flight preparations Installing the lighting batteries 10 Transmitter settings in Mode 1 or Mode 2 11 Binding the transmitter 12 Controlling the model 13 14 The first flights 15 Replacement parts list 16 17 Conformity Declaration 19 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Be sure to read these Safety Notes before you operate your model Always observe the procedures and settings recom mended in the instructions If you are operating a radio controlled model aircraft heli copter car or boat for the first time we recommend that you enlist an experienced modeller to help you Safety Notes Radio controlled models are not toys in the usual sense of the term Young persons under fourteen years should only be allovved to ope rate them under the supervision of an adult Building and operating these models requires technical expertise manual skills a careful attitude and safety conscious behaviour Errors negligence and omissions in building or flying these models can result in serious personal injury and damage to property Since the manufacturer and vendor are not in a position to check that your models are built and operated correctly all we can do is bring these hazards expressly to your attention We deny all further liability Helicop
6. LED lights LiPo battery 7 4 V 1000 mAh Two CR2016 3 V button cells for rotor blade lights Battery charger with mains PSU Allen key German operating instructions Dear customer Congratulations on choosing a factory assembled mo del helicopter from our range Many thanks for placing your trust in us The model can be completed and prepared for flight very quickly Please read right through these instruc tions before attempting to fly the model for the first time as this will make it much easier to operate the model safely All directions such as right hand are as seen from the tail of the model looking forward Specification Main rotor diameter approx 385 mm Tail rotor diameter approx 95 mm Length approx 415 mm Height approx 150 mm All up weight approx 265 g Power supply LiPo battery 7 4 V 1000 mAh RC functions Pitch axis roll yaw climb descent Recommended accessories 8x 8008 NiMH AA cell 1 2 V 2500 mAh regarding the safe handling of Lithium lon Polymer batteries i Please be sure to observe the safety notes robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Transmitter settings Mode 1 Pitch axis trim Throttle trim Tail rotor Select switch control Dual Rate and pitch axis throttle control control and Roll control Tail rotor tri Roll trim Status indicator transmitter battery Status indicator
7. No S2538 Swashplate actuation system as viewed in flight direction The left hand servo raises the left hand side of the swashplate when you move the pitch axis stick up Pulling the stick back lowers the swashplate The right hand servo raises the swashplate on the right hand side when you move the roll stick to the left If you move the stick to the right the swashplate is lowered 14 Preparations for the first flight Ideally the first flight should take place in a lar ge indoor space devoid of obstructions If you have to fly the model in the open air wait for a day with totally flat calm conditions Important Check the state of charge of the transmitter batteries before every flight It is essential to charge the flight battery before every flight robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Important Notes Take off Raise the rotor speed slowly and steadily until the model hovers at eye level At the same time adjust the trims until the helicopter flies stably and hovers over one point At low height approx 10 15 cm above the ground the model cannot be trimmed accurately due to the turbulence generated by the rotor Landing slowly and steadily reduce the throttle setting until the model descends a
8. d bevel gear NE250437 Angle gearbox NE252608 Bevel gear NE252609 Ballrace set NE250407 NE250414 NE250411 NE250417 NE250412 Main frame NE251202 Battery frame NE250410__ Main gearwheel NE250416 Tail rotor gearbox bracket NE250420 Tail rotor blade 2 e NE250421 Horizontal stabiliser me NE252606 Guide i ase 2538012 Rotor blade grip fi ow NE250418 Tail boom bracket NE250408 Pushrod set NE250435 NE252708 NE252704 NE250428 NE250413 Main rotor shaft set NE250407 Flange NE250414 Blade feathering spindle NE250411 Main motor I o NE250417 Tail rotor motor When replacing components it is very important to use the correct NE250435 Servo 6g type of cross point screwdriver and to tighten the screws with great NE252708 S FHSS receiver nm a NE252704 CR2016 3 V button cell econ Care NE250428 LiPo battery 7 4 V 1000 mAh NE250426 Battery charger NE250429 Mains PSU not shown 17 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 levant regulations of the corresponding EC Directive You can read the original Conformity Declaration on the Internet at www C robbe Modellsport GmbH 8 Co KG hereby declares that this device conforms to the fundamental requirements and other re robbe com click on the Conformity Declaration logo button which you will find next to the correspon
9. ding device description This symbol means that you should dispose of electrical and electronic equipment separately from the household waste when it reaches the end of its useful life Take your unwanted equipment to your local council collection point or recycling centre This requirement applies to member countries of the European Union as well as other non European countries with a separate waste collection system Disposal of batteries Batteries must not be discarded as domestic refuse To protect the environment always return exhausted or defective cells to your local recycling centre These include retail sales outlets for batteries and communal toxic waste disposal centres Cover any bare wires with insulating tape in order to avoid short circuits 19 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 robbe Modellsport GmbH amp amp Co KG MetzloserstraBe 38 D 36355 Grebenhain Technical hotline 49 0 66 44 87 777 hotline robbe com Commercial register GieBen Regional Court HRA 2722 Partner with personal liability robbe Modellsport Beteiligungs GmbH GieBen HRB 5793 Managing Director E D rr Errors and technical modifications reserved Copyright robbe Modellsport 2013 Duplication and copying of the text in whole or in part is only permitted with the prior written approval of robbe Modellsport GmbH amp amp Co KG 20
10. ettings have to be entered on the module e g operating mode F and at the transmitter e g Trainer mode The new S FHSS General Link module is available as an individual low cost set complete with all necessary accessories robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Explanation of specialist terms Motor speed Throttle This controls the model s climb and descent Yaw The model s movement around the vertical axis the helicopter rotates to right or left Pitch axis The model s movement around the lateral axis forward or reverse flight Roll The model s movement around the longitudinal axis sideways movement to right or left Mode 1 Function assignment of control movements relative to the sticks In this case motor speed throttle and roll are controlled by the right hand stick pitch axis and tail rotor by the left hand stick Mode 2 Function assignment of control movements relative to the sticks In this case motor speed throttle and tail rotor are controlled by the left hand stick pitch axis and roll by the right hand stick Dual Rates Switchable travel reduction for control movements Binding Creating the radio link between transmitter and receiver Contents Page Explanation of specialist terms Contents 3 Safety Notes 4 5 Set contents Specification Recommended accessories 6 Transmitter settings
11. licopter is flying with the nose pointing to wards you the controls are reversed apart from the throttle control 15 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 AAA CAER ee a frets S2538001 52538002 S2538003 S2538004 S2538005 S2538006 os Ne i es A vs Ww NE Lari a s ew x yury S2538007 S2538008 S2538009 S2538010 S2538011 NE252703 q gt NE252705 NE252603 NE250437 NE252608 NE252609 NE250412 es ra AA O NE251202 NE250410 NE250416 NE250420 NE250421 NE252606 16 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Replacement Parts list Black Bullet RTF FTR NE250426 Do not use thread lock fluid Order No Description S2538001 Canopy gt S2538002 Main rotor blades 82538003 Landing gear S2538004 Metal swashplate 2538005 Flybar S2538006 Mixer lever S2538012 NE250418 NE250408 NE250413 82538007 Vertical stabiliser LED cable S2538008 Cable tube support S2538009 Tail boom 52538010 Screw set s2538011 Tail rotor motor heat sink gt NE252703_ Battery compartment rotor blade LEDs ne NE252705 Rotor head i eee NE252603 __Tail rotor drive shaft an
12. lide the LiPo flight battery into the battery compartment on the helicopter and connect it The transmitter screen flashes and you will hear a constant warning tone this process takes about five seconds Do not move the model or the transmitter during this period Once the binding process is complete the screen window reverts to normal display status and the warning sound ceases This point is very important Do not move the model or the transmitter during the binding process Checking the working systems Before the first flight it is important to set all the trims except for the throttle trim to centre The throttle stick must be in the fully back position towards you If the rotor blades turn adjust the throttle trim until the rotor blades come to a halt 12 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Controlling the modelinModet the model in Mode 1 Controlling the model in Mode 2 the model in Mode 2 Liftoff Landing an Ed ls ma ES Lo Landing oe gt g Yawleft aw right left a o right g Yawleft Yawright left a a APR 4 es APS F Landing APRA Pitch forward Pitehback forward Pitch back a Pitch forward Pitehback forward Roll right ROME right l Roll right ollleft right a gt om oes E 4 aa robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHZ
13. m those described in the instructions robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Operating the model Caution injury hazard Please keep your model helicopter including small co axial and single rotor models a safe distance away from yourself and others Never fly over spectators other pilots or yourself Always fly manoeuvres facing away from other pilots and spectators Please note that model helicopters generally and aerobatic types in particular are subject to enormous flight loads and that interference cannot be ruled out even when you are using the best possible radio control system components Operating these models re quires a highly responsible attitude and all possible safety precautions for pilot and spectators e Never fly over spectators or other pilots and maintain a safe distance from them at all times e Never endanger people or animals e Never fly close to high tension overhead cables or residential areas e Do not operate your model in the vicinity of canal locks or open waterways e Do not operate your model from public roads motorways paths and squares etc use authorised model flying sites only e Never operate the model in stormy weather Never point the transmitter aerial straight at the model when operating it The transmitter signal is at its weakest in this di rection It is always best to stand with the long side of the aerial a
14. nd touches down Never reduce the throttle setting abruptly After the landing disconnect the flight battery from the receiver and only then switch the transmitter off Caution Stopping obstructing the rotor blades when they are turning can cause serious damage to the mechanical system and may even result in a fire Immediately move the throttle stick to Idle if this should happen Note regarding the flight battery as soon as you notice a red uction in motor power land immediately and disconnect the bat tery Never continue flying until the battery is flat as this causes a deep discharge condition which results in permanent damage Allow the battery to cool down before recharging it Replacing the rotor blades if a rotor blade is damaged replace it immediately When fitting the new rotor blade tighten the retai ning screw just to the point where the blade still swivels smoothly The first few flights Once the model is properly trimmed you can practise hovering and carry out manoeuvres such as circles squares rectangles and figures of eight aimed t y RP pe Pilot Pilot Pilot Initially it is always best to stand about two metres away from the model behind or at right angles to it this avoids giving incorrect control commands You can fly a square pattern by alternating the direction of flight away from the pilot to the pilot s right and then towards the pilot again Tip when the he
15. ngled towards the model Insurance Ground based models are usually covered by standard personal third party insurance policies In order to fly model aircraft you will need to extend the cover of your existing policy or take out specific insurance Check your insurance policy and take out new cover where necessary Liability exclusion robbe Modellsport is unable to ensure that you observe the as sembly and operating instructions or the conditions and methods used for installing operating and maintaining the model compo nents For this reason we accept no liability for loss damage or costs which are due to the erroneous use and operation of our pro ducts or are connected with such operation in any way Regardless of the legal argument employed our obligation to pay compensation is limited to the invoice value of those robbe products directly involved in the event in which the damage oc curred unless otherwise prescribed by law This does not apply if the company is deemed to have unlimited liability according to statutory regulation due to deliberate or gross negligence robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 a CI o Pes E NS Set contents Single rotor helicopter in Black Bullet night flying colour scheme com pletely factory assembled set up ready to fly JF5 Pro 2 4 GHz S FHSS LCD transmitter Main rotor blades and tail stabiliser with
16. s to correct the rotation until the model maintains a stable heading Pitch axis trim If the model flies forward or back when it lifts off adjust the pitch axis trim until it hovers over one point Roll trim If the model moves bodily to left or right when it lifts off adjust the roll trim until the model remains in a stable hover Transmitter settings Mode 2 Throttle trim If the rotor starts to move without you touching the throttle stick or does not respond to stick movements you need to adjust the throttle trim until the rotor is stationary Tail rotor trim If the model s nose turns to right or left when it lifts off adjust the tail rotor trim buttons to correct the rotation until the model maintains a stable heading Pitch axis trim If the model flies forward or back when it lifts off adjust the pitch axis trim until it hovers over one point Roll trim If the model moves bodily to left or right when it lifts off adjust the roll trim until the model remains in a stable hover 11 robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Re binding the transmitter This procedure is only necessary after replacing individual components Move the throttle stick and trim to the bottom position motor stopped Locate the horizontal trim switch below the right hand stick unit on the transmitter and push it to the left while you switch the transmitter on S
17. sunlight or close to a heater or open fire Do not use the battery in areas subject to high levels of static electricity Any of these errors can result in damage to the battery explosion or fire Keep the battery out of the reach of children If electrolyte should escape do not expose it to fire as the material is highly inflammable and may ignite Do not allow fluid electrolyte to come into contact with eyes If this should happen flush with copious amounts of water and contact a doctor without delay The fluid electrolyte can also be removed from clothing and other objects by rinsing with copious amounts of wa ter LIABILITY EXCLUSION Since robbe Modellsport is not in a position to monitor the hand ling of these batteries we expressly deny all liability and gua rantee claims where the batteries have been incorrectly char ged discharged or handled robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHz No 2538 Flight preparation Switch the transmitter on Fig 1 The battery status is shown at the top of the screen Move the throttle stick and trim to their lowe st position Otherwise the motors will not start Open the battery compartment cover on the underside of the fuselage and slide the charged LiPo flight battery into the support frame on the helicopter in the direction of the arrow Close the battery compartment and connect the LiPo flight battery Figs 2 to 4
18. ter rotors and all moving parts generally constitute a constant injury hazard It is essential to avoid touching such parts Please bear in mind that motors and speed control lers may become hot when operating It is important to avoid touching these parts Do not stand close to the hazard area around rotating parts when an electric motor is connected to the flight battery You must also take care to keep all other objects away from moving or rotating parts nufacturer Overcharged or incorrectly charged batteries may explo de Take care to maintain correct polarity A Observe the instructions provided by the battery ma Ensure the equipment is protected from dust dirt and moisture contamination Do not subject the system to excessive heat cold or vibration Use the recommended charger only and charge the batteries only for the prescribed period Check your equipment for damage at regular intervals and re place defective components with genuine spare parts Do not re use any devices which have been damaged in a crash or by water even when they have dried out again Send the equipment to the robbe Service Department for che cking or replace the parts in question Crash or water damage can result in concealed defects which may lead to failure in subsequent use Use only those components and accessories which we specifi cally recommend Do not carry out modifications to the radio control system compo nents apart fro
19. ve it down The Status indicator Dual Rate disc is reduced to half Expanded control function Locate the toggle switch at top right of the transmitter and move it up The Status indicator Dual Rate point is shown in full dE Converting the transmitter from Mode 2 throttle left to Mode 1 throttle right The transmitter is supplied set to Mode 2 as standard If you prefer Mode 1 and wish to convert the transmitter to that mode use this procedure The transmitter must be switched off Open the central cover over the battery compartment in the cen tre of the transmitter back panel this is accomplished by squee zing both retaining clips together with two fingers and withdraw ing the cover upwards The toggle switches located under the cover are used to select Mode 1 and Mode 2 Toggle switch up Mode 1 Toggle switch down Mode 2 You can now close the battery cover and switch the transmitter on The screen displays the new setting Status indicator mode select N6RAN_MBDE 1 E mi Z ami E de 123458 mx i Dual Rate status indicator LE HEB see left D oo robbe Operating Instructions ARROW PLUS TRAINER Black Bullet RTF FTR 2 4 GHZ No S2538 Charging the flight battery Connect the battery charger to the mains PSU and plug the PSU into a mains socket The red monitor LED on the char ger lights up and the charger emits a brief beep
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