Stratocam TM Instruction Manual • Bedienungsanleitung • Manuel d’utilisation • Manuale di Istruzioni ®
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Stratocam Included in the Box EN Table of Contents Charging the Flight Battery.....................................4 Transmitter.............................................................4 Camera...................................................................5 SAFE® Technology Flight Modes..............................7 Tail Installation........................................................8 Wing Installation.....................................................9 Flight Battery Installation........
Stratocam EN Charging the Flight Battery Caution: Never exceed the recommended charge rate. Flashing (Charging) Charger features Solid (Charged) • Charges 2-cell lithium polymer battery packs • LED charge status indicator • 2.0A AC Power Supply 1 hour Charger Specifications • Input power: 10–14V • Max output voltage: 8.4V • Fixed charge current: 1.5A • Balances and charges 2S Li-Po cells with a minimum capacity of 1300mAh This charger may be connected to the 2.
Stratocam EN Camera Charging Positionable lense 1. Connect the included USB cable to the USB port on a compatible power source. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the camera. The red and blue LEDs will blink back and forth twice, then: LED Start/Stop button Power button (a) If you connect to a computer, the red and blue LEDs will blink slowly, indicating charging.
Stratocam EN Changing Camera Modes The camera comes from the factory in still/picture mode. To change between video and picture mode, press and release the left stick on the transmitter. Expect a 4 second delay when switching modes. Important: Changing the mode on the camera without changing the mode on the transmitter, or changing the mode on the transmitter when the camera is off, will cause the camera LED and transmitter audio tone to be out of sync.
Stratocam EN SAFE® Technology Flight Modes SAFE Technology is a revolutionary flight training system designed to give you a stable platform for safely developing your flying skills. Choose between Camera Stable 1 and Camera Stable 2 flight modes depending one your skill level and flying conditions. Release both control sticks at any time to self-level the aircraft. SAFE Flight Mode Switch 1 Dual Rates The default setting is Low Rate. High and low rates are available across all flights modes.
Stratocam EN Tail Installation To install the tail onto the fuselage of your aircraft, start by following the two easy steps below: 1. Insert the tail into the slot of the fuselage. Center it by using the centering guides (A) located on the top side of the tail. 2. Once the tail is in place and centered, apply 8 pieces of tape (included) to secure it into position, four on top and four on the bottom. A Attaching the Clevis to the Control Horn.
Stratocam EN Wing Installation A Wing assembly 1. Insert the carbon tube (A) into the hole in the left wing, then slide the right wing onto the carbon tube. Tabs on the left and right wings should align once the wings are properly joined. 2. Secure the wing assembly by installing the Top Wing Plate (B) with the included brackets and screws on the top and bottom side of the wing assembly. B 3.
Stratocam EN Flight Battery Installation Locate the battery compartment on the bottom of the aircraft. B C 1. Turn the latch (A) and remove the battery door (B). A 2. Install the flight battery (C) in the rearmost portion of the battery compartment using hook and loop strips. If the camera is removed, install the battery in the forward most portion of the battery compartment. – Do Not connect the wires at this time – 3.
Stratocam EN Control Direction Test Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter SAFE flight mode switch set to Experienced mode (position 2). * Mode 2 transmitter shown. For Mode 1, Elevator control is on the LEFT stick. Up Elevator (climb) Down Elevator (descend) Experienced SAFE Flight Mode Restrain the aircraft so it does not escape your control while you are testing your transmitter controls.
Stratocam EN Choose a Flying Field In order to have the most success and to protect your property and aircraft, it is very important to select a place to fly that is very open. Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft. The site should: • Have a minimum of 600 feet (183m) of clear space in all directions. • Stay clear of pedestrians.
Stratocam EN Flight Control For smooth control of your aircraft, always make small control moves. All directions are described as if you were sitting in the aircraft. For example, when the aircraft’s nose is pointing toward you, left steering (rudder) will turn the aircraft left (your right while holding the transmitter). Banking (Rudder) • Elevator up and down: Push the elevator stick forward to make the aircraft go down and pull the elevator stick back to go up.
Stratocam EN Flying Tips • Resist the desire to fly at full throttle. Flying slowly at first allows for greater response time should anything go wrong. • Always keep your aircraft in plain sight and up wind from you. • Gain experience by first flying in large circles high off the ground. Once you feel comfortable, gradually progress to more advanced maneuvers. Flying Conditions Preflight Checklist A good flying day is calm, with winds that are less than 5–7 mph (8–11km/h).
Stratocam EN Flying (continued) Flying with the nose pointed toward you is one of the hardest things to do when learning to fly. To practice piloting the aircraft with the nose pointed toward you, try flying in large circles high off the ground. Failsafe In the unlikely loss of radio connection, failsafe will turn the aircraft in a descending circle to the ground, unless the radio connection is restored. Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC) NOTICE: Repeated flying to LVC will damage the battery.
Stratocam EN Landing Gear Installation 1. Install the nose gear assembly using four screws. Ensure the strut coil faces towards the rear as shown. 2. Gently squeeze the main gear assembly and insert the strut wire into the retaining slot of the fuselage as shown. 3. Where needed, disassemble in reverse order. 4. Remove the wing skids when you are confident you can land and take off without tipping the wings and striking the propeller on the ground. Runway Takeoff To take off from a runway: 1.
Stratocam EN Binding If your aircraft does not respond to the transmitter when the batteries in the aircraft and transmitter are fully charged, your aircraft and transmitter may need to be re-bound using the instructions below. To achieve the lowest throttle trim setting, hold down the throttle trim button until the tones stop. Binding Procedure Reference Table 1. Disconnect the flight battery from the aircraft. 2. Power off the transmitter. 3. Connect the flight battery in the aircraft.
Stratocam EN Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Unit does not operate Aircraft keeps turning in one direction Possible Cause Solution There is no link between the transmitter and receiver Re-Bind the system following directions in this manual Transmitter AA batteries are depleted or installed incorrectly as indicated by a dim or unlit LED on the transmitter or the low battery alarm Check polarity installation or replace with fresh AA batteries No electrical connection Push connectors together until t
Stratocam EN AMA National Model aircraft Safety Code Effective January 1, 2014 A. GENERAL A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition. All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and any additional rules specific to the flying site. 1.
Stratocam EN Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
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