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TABLE OF CONTENTS Receiver Installation ..................................................................................12 Servo Connections .....................................................................................13 Connecting your Receiver to Aura .......................................................13 Connecting your Receiver to Aura (continued) ...............................14 Connecting Battery/Arming ESC ..........................................................
60.1 in. (1544mm) SPECIFICATIONS OPTIONAL ITEMS 9lb. 3oz.
SPECIAL LANGUAGE DEFINITIONS The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury. CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
RUDDER AND TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: Medium CA or 15min Epoxy #2 Phillips Screw Driver #1 Phillips Screwdriver Needle Nose Pliers (3) M3x10 Phillips Head Self-Tapping Screw (1) M2 x 10 Phillips Head Machine Screw (2) M2 Flat Washer (1) M2 Lock Nut 1. The rudder comes pre-hinged to a small section of vertical n. Test t the rudder and n section onto the fuselage. Remove it from the fuselage once t is con rmed. 2.
MAIN LANDING GEAR INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: #2 Phillips Screw Driver 1.5mm Hex Driver (4) M3x10 Phillips Head Self-Tapping Screw (2) M5 Lock Collars, with Set Screws (2) M5 Spacers 1. Slide an M5 spacer over the landing gear wire. 2. Slide a main wheel over the landing gear wire, followed by a lock collar. Add a drop of blue thread lock to the set screw, and secure it in place. Repeat for the other wheel. 3. Push the landing gear wire into the bottom of the fuselage.
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: Clear Tape (4 Strips) #1 Phillips Screwdriver Needle Nose Pliers (1) M2x10 Phillips Head Machine Screw (2) M2 Flat Washer (1) M2 Lock Nut 1. Insert the horizontal stabilizer tube into one of the horizontal stabilizer halves. 2. Slide the tube through the hole in the fuselage, being sure to orient the control horn towards the bottom of the airplane. Do not force it into place. 3.
MAIN WING INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: #2 Phillips Screw Driver (4) M3x25 Phillips Head Machine Screws (4) 6mm Strut Retaining Pins (4) Strut Retaining Pin Keepers 1. Insert the main wing tube into one of the main wing halves. 2. Slide the tube through the hole in the fuselage. Connect the all-in-one servo lead to the receptacle in the wing. 3. If you have a night version, connect the wing JST to the LED controller JST. 4.
MAIN WING INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) 5. Note which wing strut goes to each wing panel, and which end goes to the wing and to the fuselage The struts are labeled R and L at one end of the strut. Also note that there are two di erent strut retaining pins; one that is shorter (A) and one that is longer with a "D" shaped head (B). Pin A goes to the fuselage side, and Pin B goes to the wing side of the strut. 6. Insert a strut retaining pin through the end of the strut AND the mount in the wing.
NIGHT CESSNA 170 60E G2 LED CONNECTIONS If you have purchased the Night version of the Cessna 170 60E G2, this page will cover all LED light connections. If you did not purchase the night version, skip ahead to the next page. 1. There are two connections for each wing panel, one at the leading edge, and one at the trailing edge of the wing. Connect the one at the trailing edge to the installed JST extension.
As you set up your receiver and you Aura 8 mechanically adjust the control linkages so that the surfaces are neutral with zero trim and zero subtrim. Final trim adjustments may be required during ight. For more information on ight trimming, please refer to the trimming section located on page 21 of this manual. The Cessna 170 60E G2 has ball links on both ends of all control surfaces.
TRANSMITTER SETUP The included Aura 8 is designed to work seamlessly with all popular transmitter and receiver brands, however, transmitter setup is signi cantly di erent than when setting up a model without Aura. Follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. Start with a new model memory in your transmitter. Reset it to be certain it is set to defaults. Adjust your transmitter settings according to the Transmitter Con guration Guide below. Make ONLY the changes shown in the Transmitter Con guration Guide.
SERVO CONNECTIONS Mini Port A Mini Port B DEFAULT AURA CONNECTIONS S1 – Throttle S2 – Left Aileron S3 – Right Aileron S4 – Elevator S5 – Rudder S6 – Left Flap S7 – Right Flap S8 – Water Rudder (optional, with oats) Micro USB Port Port B – Serial Receiver Input Port B Mini Port A&B – Remote Receiver Inputs CONNECTING YOUR RECEIVER TO AURA Serial Receivers If using two Spektrum Remote Receivers, connect them to Aura Mini Port A and Mini Port B using the cable provided with your receivers.
CONNECTING YOUR RECEIVER TO AURA (CONTINUED) Aura 8 Auto-Detect Once your receiver is bound, powered, and connected to the Aura, the Aura will begin the Auto-Detect process to learn what type of receiver you are using and set itself up for that speci c system. Auto-Detect is indicated by a series of sweeping LEDs of various colors. After Auto-Detect is completed, verify that Aura is on and receiving data from your receiver by looking at the LEDs on the Aura.
CONTROL DIRECTION TEST Refer to the chart below to determine the proper control surface responses to transmitter control inputs. If controls are reversed, DO NOT REVERSE CONTROLS IN YOUR TRANSMITTER OR IN THE AURA CONFIG TOOL. Email us at support@ exinnovations.com for corrective action.
AURA SENSOR DIRECTION TEST Perform a test of the gyro system to verify the corrections made for a given movement are correct. If any of the tests do not result in the correct reaction from the airplane's gyro system, DO NOT FLY THE AIRPLANE, and contact us via email at support@ exinnovations.com The ight control system activates with RF broadcast. Perform these tests in Mode 3 (higher gain) for better visibility and then in Mode 2, and any other modes that have gyro gains assigned.
PROP ADAPTER, PROPELLER AND SPINNER INSTALLATION Required Tools and Fasteners: 2.5mm Hex Driver #1 Phillips Screwdriver Adjustable Wrench Blue Thread Lock (3) M3x9 Hex Head Machine Screws (1) M3x30 Phillips Head Machine Screw (1) Prop Washer (1) Propeller Nut Note: Do not complete transmitter, receiver and/or Aura setup with the propeller installed. 1. Locate the bolt-on prop adapter for the motor.
BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. Push the spring-loaded battery latch tab back to release the battery hatch. Lift the hatch away from the fuselage, starting at the front. 2. Remove the battery tray by loosening the thumb screw. Slide the tray forward as you gently lift the tray away from the fuselage. 3. Install an adhesive-backed hook strip to the battery tray, and an adhesive-backed loop strip to the battery. 4. Place the battery on the tray, and secure it in place with the hook and loop strap provided. 5.
To help ensure a successful rst ight, as well as many ights after, perform a few simple pre- ight checks to be sure the aircraft is ready to y: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Verify the elevators and rudder are properly hinged and in good working order. Pinch a control surface between your thumb and fore nger and grasp the stabilizers with your other hand. Attempt to move the control surface back and forth perpendicular to the wing (see Figure 1). Watch the hinges for movement.
OPTIONAL ADVANCED CESSNA 170 60E G2 AURA CONFIGURATION The Aura installed in your Cessna 170 60E G2 comes with the Quick Set feature programmed. Quick Set allows the user to switch between di erent Aura pro les without the use of a computer. These pro les are already con gured by the Flex Innovations team. The two pro les on your Cessna 170 60E G2 Aura include the Stock Pro le which is the default pro le, described on page 11, and the optional Advanced Pro le described below.
Selecting a Flying Site Trimming Selecting a ying site is critical to a successful ight. Airplanes require a lot more room than other R/C products, therefore, a neighborhood or parking lot is less than ideal. A large open eld with short grass and generous over y area are the best candidates if no AMA eld is available in your area. Know your over y area ensure that there are no houses, playgrounds, or other buildings that may be damaged if the airplane were to crash.
AIRFRAME REPAIRS The Cessna 170 60E G2 is molded from durable EPO foam and is repairable with most adhesives. Similar to building and repairing wood or composite airplanes, the correct glue for a given application is critical to the repair holding and not breaking again. For major repairs, such as a broken fuselage, epoxy is preferred because it allows time to correct any misalignment.
AIRCRAFT TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should you encounter any abnormal situations with your Cessna 170 60E G2, refer to the table below to determine the probable cause and a recommended solution for the issue. If the required solution does not rectify the problem, please contact product support at support@ exinnovations.com for further assistance. NOTICE Unless speci cally required, ALWAYS troubleshoot the airplane with the propeller removed.
LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Coverage Questions & Assistance Flex Innovations LLC and its authorized resellers (“Flex”) warrant to the original purchaser that this product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. Contact Us By: E-Mail – support@ exinnovations.
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