ca180 180f manual

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CA180CA180FRC Helicopter

www.copterx.comCopyright 2008 KY MODEL Company Limited.

INSTRUCTION MANUALINSTRUCTION MANUAL

CA180

CA180F

CA180

CA180F

Main Rotor Diameter : 345mmLength : 415mmHeight : 175mmWeight RTF w/Battery : 250gMain Motor : 180 motor (2 Installed)Battery : 7.4V 800mAh Li-Po (Included)Transmitter : FM 4-Channel (Included)Servo : High-Speed, High-Torque (2 Installed)On-board electronics : 3-in-1 Mixer/ ESC/ Gyro (Installed)Receiver : 4CH

Main Rotor Diameter : 345mm

Length : 415mm

Height : 175mm

Weight RTF w/Battery : 250g

Main Motor : 180 motor (2 Installed)

Battery : 7.4V 800mAh Li-Po (Included)

Transmitter : FM 4-Channel (Included)Servo : High-Speed, High-Torque (2 Installed)

On-board electronics : 3-in-1 Mixer/ ESC/ Gyro (Installed)

Receiver : 4CH

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MENUTable of Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1. Introduction and Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2. Package Contents / Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. Battery Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4. Operation and Fine Tuning of the Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5. Basic Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6. Flying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7. CA180 / CA180F Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1. IntroductionCopterX CA180 / CA180F is a ready-to-fly (RTF) micro electric powered helicopter. It isdesigned for both new and experienced pilots who enjoy flying RC helicopters.

The coaxial counter-rotating blades make it fly stably and easily. You will enjoy many

outstanding features, including pre-installed main motors, servo, receiver and 3-in-1

control unit with mixer, ESC & gyro. With the included 4-channel FM transmitter, 2-cell

800mAh Li-Po battery pack and DC charger, you will have precise control for hover,

forward, backward and more than 15 minutes flying time per charge.

Please make sure to read through this manual completely for tips on battery safety

and charging, control checks and flying.

Use protective eyewear when operating a model with rapidly rotating parts. Main

and tail rotors turn really fast and can be very dangerous if closed to the face.

Keep away from children. The model is made from many small and possibly sharp

parts. Operate and store model away from children to avoid the possibility of inges-

tion of helicopter pieces.

Handle parts with care as they are fragile and may break under excessive stress. Be

careful with small parts as they can be sharp and may cause a cut.

Do not store model or electronic parts in high temperature or humid places for an

extended period of time as damage or deformation of the model can be resulted.

Always disconnect the battery when it is not in use or after use to avoid battery

leaking or overheating.

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SAFE OPERATION GUIDELINES

Warning: Always turn the transmitter ON first before connecting the battery. If

the transmitter is OFF when connecting the battery, the helicopter may have

unpredictable response.

The information in this manual is important as it is used for understanding

the helicopter and its components. This information is also valuable for

keeping you safe.

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2. Package Contents / Radio Operation

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Items IncludedCA180 /CA180F is 100% Ready To Fly. Below is a list of all the components required to

operate the model.

Electric Parts

1 x CA180 / *CA180F (CA180 shown here)

1 x 4CH Radio Transmitter

1 x Li-po Battery

1 x Li-po Charger

1 x Power Adaptor (Placed under foam box)

2 x Servo (Elevator Servo + Aileron Servo)

2 x Motor

1 x Li-po Battery

1 x 3-in-1 Controller

1 x Receiver

*Full-covered canopy is used for CA180F

Aileron Servo

Elevator Servo

3-in-1 Controller

Battery

Motor1

Motor2

Receiver

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Disassembling CA180F CanopyTo remove the fuselage, pull the sides open and remove the front half. Take away the

small carbon rod and remove the landing skid to remove the rear part of the fuselage.

Introduction of 4CH FM Radio

Transmitter Antenna

To deliver the radio signal

Mode1: Elevator Trim

Mode2: Throttle Trim

Mode1: Throttle Trim

Mode2: Elevator Trim

Mode1: Throttle/Aileron Stick

Mode2: Elevator/Aileron Stick

Mode1: Elevator/Rudder Stick

Mode2: Throttle/Rudder Stick

Power Switch

Voltage Indicator

Display Transmitter Power Level

(Minimum Voltage: 9.5V)

Rudder Trim Aileron Trim

Channel Reverse Switches

Battery Case

for 4 AA batteries (not included)

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Battery and Charger

Please connect the adaptor, charger and

battery as illustrated and plug the adaptor

to a power supply.

Battery should be mounted inside the

battery holder.

Warning: Do not leave battery unattended while charging! Improperly

using/charging battery may result in damage! Do not disconnect the battery

when the charger is in operation.

BalancingBalancing helps the stability of the helicopter during the flight. The balance can be

checked by turning the flybar 90 degrees to the helicopter (as illustrated). Please also

make sure the battery is not apt to either one side.

3. Battery Usage

4. Operation and Fine Tuning of the Model

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Main Blades Adjustment

1. The main blades may

rotate inconsistently out of

the box.

2. The adjustment can be

done by pulling each

blade.

3. Please make sure each

blade is spinning on the

same horizontal.

Test Before the FlightThe tests over all the electric parts before the flight are highly recommended. Please

do not lift the helicopter from the ground until all trimming and setting are done.

Please make sure the throttle stick and trim are at the lowest position.

1. Set throttle to the lowest point.

2. Extend antenna.3. Turn on the power switch.

4. Connect battery to receiver.

5. Wait for the LED to turn solid green.

If the light on the receiver does not turn to solid green, check the throttle trim on the

radio. Try sliding the trim down until the light becomes green. Please do not fly

before the receiver lighting solidly.

Warning: Please be reminded that transmitter MUST be on before the battery

gets connected/disconnected.

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Adjustment of the Aileron and Elevator The two servos are playing the role in left and right, forward and backward

movement of the helicopter. The adjustment of the servo and the servo rod helpsgaining the stability.

Carefully remove / mount push

rod from / to plastic ball. Plastic

ball will be damaged by force.

Twisting clockwise will subtract

the rod.

Twisting anti-clockwise will

lengthen the rod.

Shortening the Aileron push rod causes the helicopter apt to the left.

Lengthening the Aileron push rod causes the helicopter apt to the right.

Shortening the Elevator push rod causes the helicopter apt to the backward.

Lengthening the Elevator push rod causes the helicopter apt to the forward.

Note: Before making any adjustment to push rods, make sure the

Aileron/Elevator trims are centred. After adjusting the push rods, please use

the trims to fine tune the settings.

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Throttle controls the helicopters elevation and main motors power. Be careful! Too

much Throttle can cause the helicopter to fly out of visible range!

Helicopter nose moved to the left by

fingering the rudder stick left.

Helicopter nose moved to the right

by fingering the rudder stick right.

Adding throttle let the helicopter fly

higher.

Reducing throttle let the helicopter

fly lower.

Rudder controls the helicopters direction and tail motors power.

Place the helicopters nose facing to the wind (if there is). Keep elbows down and

stand about 2 meters away.

Slowly increase the throttle until the helicopter starts lifting. Focus on the direction of

the helicopter.

Move gently upward

2 meters Wind Direction

5. Basic Control

6. Flying

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Practice lifting the helicopter a few centimeters off the ground first, then slowly add

throttle.

Practice landing. Note that the helicopter will be damaged if the throttle stick is

moved fully down suddenly.

Pointing the nose downward slightly can avoid the tail rotor strike.

Keep focusing on the direction of the helicopter and control it by using the rudder

control.

Move slowly upward

Move slowly downward

Nose slightly downward

20cm

Wind Direction

Keep the helicopter in the air and hold it in the same position by fingering the

throttle, rudder, aileron and elevator sticks slightly.

Keep the helicopter nose forward during the flight.

Tail facing to pilot

Wind Direction

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After acquiring the basic skills, a hovering exercise can be performed. Move the sticks

lightly further to start the hovering. Try to let it fly forward, backward, side to side and

hold the helicopter at the same height.

Control inputs for turning right:

1. Tilt the model right by adding right aileron.

2. Move elevator upwards and rudder to the right.

3. After turning, return elevator and rudder to neutral and add left aileron to correct

the position.

Flying a circle helps the pilot control the helicopter, even they are facing the

helicopter. (Please stand 5m away behind the helicopter before flying a circle.)

Slightly move the aileron and elevator stick to fly the helicopter in a circle. At the

same time, please also stabilize the helicopter by fingering the throttle and rudder

stick. Please be reminded that the helicopter may lose control with a sudden move.

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CA180-001

Main Blades

CA180-002

Flybar Set

CA180-003

Inner Shaft

CA180-004

Outer Shaft & Gear Set

CA180-005

Main Frame(for CA180F)

CA180-006

Main Frame(for CA180)

CA180-007

Main Blades Grip Set

CA180-008

Gear & Shaft Set

CA180-009

Swashplate Set

CA180-010

Rotor Head

CA180-011

Push Rod

7. CA180 / CA180F Parts List

CA180-012

Battery Support(for CA180F)

CA180-013

Battery Support(for CA180)

CA180-014

Landing Skid(for CA180F)

CA180-015

Landing Skid(for CA180)

CA180-016

Shaft Retainer

CA180-036

Rear Body(for CA180F)

CA180-017

Gearing 4*8*3

CA180-018

Bearing 2*6*3

CA180-019

Servo Push Rod

CA180-020

Hardware Set(for CA180F)

CA180-021

Hardware Set(for CA180)

CA180-022

Boom Bracket(for CA180)

CA180-023

Blade Inner(for CA180)

CA180-024

Tail Boom(for CA180)

CA180-025

Knighthead(for CA180)

CA180-026Tool Package

CA180-027Main Rotor(2pcs)

CA180-0283-in-1 Controller

CA180-035

Front Body(for CA180F)

CA180-031

Servo

CA180-032

4CH Transmitter

CA180-029Receiver

CA180-030Crystal

CA180-033

Li-po Battery

CA180-034

Tail Level(for CA180)

CA180-037

Body Shell(for CA180)

CA180-038

Adaptor

CA180-039

Li-Po Charger

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