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Table of Contents First Flight Preparation....................................................... 4 Flying Checklist................................................................. 4 Installing the DXs Transmitter Batteries (RTF)..................... 4 Transmitter RGB LED Indications (RTF)............................... 5 Flight Battery Voltage Indicator.......................................... 5 DXs Transmitter Control (RTF)............................................ 5 Transmitter Setup Table (BNF).....
First Flight Preparation Flying Checklist ❏ Remove and inspect contents ❏ Begin charging the flight battery ❏ Program your computer transmitter (BNF only) ❏ Charge the flight battery ❏ Install the flight battery ❏ Bind your transmitter (BNF only) ❏ Familiarize yourself with the controls ❏ Find a suitable area for flying ❏ Always turn the transmitter on first ❏ Plug the flight battery into the lead from the ESC ❏ Allow the receiver and ESC to initialize and arm properly ❏ Fly the model ❏ Land the model
DXs Transmitter Control (RTF) A B C D E F G Mode 1 Aileron (Left/Right) Throttle (Up/Down) Throttle Trim Aileron Trim ON/OFF Switch Rudder Trim Elevator Trim Rudder (Left/Right) Elevator (Up/Down) Mode 2 Aileron (Left/Right) Elevator (Up/Down) Elevator Trim Aileron Trim ON/OFF Switch Rudder Trim Throttle Trim Rudder (Left/Right) Throttle (Up/Down) Bind/Panic Switch Fli ght Mode Switch 0 = Stability Mode (NORM) 1 = Intermediate Mode (FM1) 2 = Agility Mode (FM2) Throttle Hold Du al Rat
Transmitter Setup Table (BNF) DX6e, DX6, DX7, DX8, DX9, DX18, DXs, iX12, iX20, NX6, NX8, NX10 FUNCTION LIST SYSTEM SETUP Model Type Swash Type HELI Normal F-Mode Setup Switch 1 Switch B Switch 2 Inhibit Hold Switch Switch H 0 1 Channel Assign Channel Input Config 1 Throttle 2 Aileron 3 Elevator 4 Rudder 5 Gear F-Mode 6 Collective 7 AUX 2 Frame Rate 11ms DSMX Panic Mode Operation Bind / I Button Pressed = Panic Mode On Released = Panic Mode Off EN Servo Setup Chan Travel THR 100/100 AIL 100/100 ELE 100
Installing the Flight Battery 1 2 3 1. Lower the throttle stick to the lowest position. 2. Power ON the transmitter. 3. Center all trims. For the included Spektrum DXs transmitter (RTF only), the trims are centered when you hear a higher pitched beep while pressing the trim button. Move the trim in both directions until you hear the high-pitched beep. 4. Attach the hook material to the helicopter frame and the loop material to the flight battery. 5. Install the flight battery on the helicopter frame.
SMART Throttle (BNF Only) To activate SMART Telemetry: 1. Keep the vehicle powered on after binding the transmitter to the receiver 2. Scroll to the Telemetry screen 3. Scroll to Settings 4. Select Auto Config To activate Speed infomation using SMART Telemetry: 5. After doing the initial SMART telemetry configuration keep the vehicle powered on 6. Scroll to the Telemetry screen 7. Scroll to SMART ESC and double select 8. Scroll down to NEXT 9.
Technology Revolutionary SAFE® (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology uses an innovative combination of multi-axis sensors and software that allows model aircraft to know its position relative to the horizon. This spatial awareness is utilized to create a controlled flight envelope the aircraft can use to maintain a safe region of bank and pitch angles so you can fly more safely.
Throttle Hold Throttle hold is used to prevent the motor from powering on inadvertently. For safety, turn throttle hold ON any time you need to touch the helicopter or check the direction controls. Throttle hold is also used to turn off the motor quickly if the helicopter is out of control, in danger of crashing, or both. The blades will continue to spin briefly when throttle hold is activated. Control Tests Ensure the throttle hold is ON when doing the direction control tests.
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls If you are not familiar with the controls of your aircraft, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your first flight.
Before Your First Flight Before attempting to fly this aircraft for the first time, we strongly recommend using the RealFlight Trainer Edition RC Flight Simulator (RFL1205, sold separately) and a Spektrum WS2000 Wireless Simulator Dongle (SPMWS2000, sold separately) along with the DXS transmitter included with the RTF Basic version to learn and practice the basics of flying.
Advanced Tuning (Forward Programming) Applies to forward programming capable Spektrum Transmitters including DX6e, DX8e, DX6G2, DX7G2, DX8G2, DX9, iX12, DX18, iX20, DX20, NX6, NX8, NX10 The 230 S Smart default settings are appropriate for most users. We recommend flying with the default parameters before making any adjustments. Use your mobile device on this QR code which will link you to a video to guide you through the Forward Programming menu.
Advanced Tuning (Non-Forward Programming) Applies to Spektrum transmitters not capable of forward programing including DX6i, DX6e, DX7s DX8, and DX8e Use your mobile device on this QR code which will link you to a video to guide you through the tuning process for transmitters without Forward Programming. Your Blade 230 S Smart was setup at the factory and test flown. The servo adjustment steps are usually only necessary in special circumstances, such as after a crash or if a servo or linkage is replaced.
Trim Flight Perform this procedure if the model is not performing well or has been recently rebuilt from a crash. The trim flight procedure was performed during the factory test flight and only needs to be performed if you notice the model is not returning to level consistently or if the model does not remain still during stationary pirouettes. The trim flight is used to determine the optimal settings for SAFE® technology during flight. The trim flight must be performed in calm conditions.
Calibration Procedure DXS (RTF) If the Blade 230 S Smart is experiencing drift issues after completing the trim flight procedure located at www.bladehelis.com, perform the following calibration. The calibration procedure may also be needed following crash repairs. Use your mobile device on this QR code which will guide you through the Calibration Procedure for the DXS Transmitter which is included with the RTF.
Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist √ Make sure the plastic ball link holds the control ball, but is not tight (binding) on the ball. When a link is too loose on the ball, it can separate from the ball during flight and cause a crash. Replace worn ball links before they fail. Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning. Remove dust and debris with a soft brush or Cleaning a dry, lint-free cloth.
Problem Possible Cause Solution The bind plug was not removed from the receiver after binding Less than a 5-second wait between first powering on the transmitter and connecting the LED on the receiver flashes flight battery to the helicopter rapidly and the helicopter The helicopter is bound to a will not respond to the different model memory transmitter (after binding) (ModelMatch™ transmitters only) Flight battery or transmitter battery charge is too low Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large me
Exploded View 21 25 24 8 23 6 15 33 27 26 7 9 27 34 12 1 5 17 14 4 16 28 2 20 3 7 13 18 19 11 13 35 30 1 33 29 15 15 Parts Listings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Part # Description BLH12001 BLH1250 BLH1401 BLH1402 BLH1403 BLH1406 BLH1407 BLH1501 BLH1502 BLH1504 BLH1505 BLH1506 BLH1507 BLH1508 BLH1509 BLH1511 BLH1512 BLH1515 230 S Smart RTF 230 S Smart BNF Main Frame 230 S V2 Main Gear 230 S V2 Tairotor Orange (2) 230 S V2 Vertical Fin Orange 230 S V2 Canopy 230 S V
Optional Parts Part # Description Part # Description BLH1404 BLH1514 BLH1573 BLH1574 Tail Rotor White (2) 230 S Smart Vertical Tail Fin (white) 230 S Canopy 230 S (green) Blade 230 S Canopy fiberglass (green) Blade 230 S BLH1576 SPMXC1080 SPMXCA320 SPMXPSA100 Option blade (green)t Blade 230 S Smart S 1100 AC Charger, 1x100W iC2 to iC3 charge adapter (SPMXCA320) Power Stage bundle (battery and charger) Important Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Information Use the QR code below to learn more abo
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IC Information CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Contains IC: 6157A-KATY1T, Contains IC: 6157A-WACO1T This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receivers(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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