COX Sky Ranger Manual de usuario
COX MODELS
Assemble Only With Adult Supervision
Please read through this instruction booklet
to THOROUGHLY familiarize yourself with
the assembly and ight characteristics of
this airplane prior to assembly. Please
inspect all parts carefully before starting
assembly! If any parts are missing, broken or
defective, or if you have any questions
about the assembly or ying of this airplane,
please call us at (217) 398-8970 and we’ll be
glad to help.
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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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FCC Requirement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions.
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO
OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULDVOIDTHE USER’S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
Precautions
Your Sky Ranger should not be considered a toy, but rather a
sophisticated, working model that functions very much like a full-size
airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, the Sky Ranger, if
not assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause injury
to yourself or spectators and damage to property.
1. Operate the plane according to these instructions. DO NOT
alter or modify the model. If you make any modications, you
void your warranty.
2. Test the operation of the model before each ight to ensure
that all equipment is operating properly and that the model
remains structurally sound.
3. Fly on calm days (with wind speeds less than 5mph) and in
large open areas free of trees, people, buildings, or any other
obstacles.
4. If you are in need of assistance from an experienced pilot,
we suggest contacting your local R/C flying club. If you’re
not a member of an R/C club, your local hobby shop has
information about clubs in your area whose membership
includes experienced pilots. You can also contact the
National Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) which has
over 2,500 chartered clubs across the country. Instructor
training programs and insured newcomer training are
available through any of these clubs.
Contact the AMA at the following address or toll-free phone number:
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive Ph. (800) 435-9262
Muncie, IN 47302-9252 Fax (765) 741-0057
www.modelaircraft.org
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The R/C model hobby becomes more and more enjoyable as your
experience grows. Your chances for success and graduation to
higher levels are very good if you take your time and follow the
ying instructions carefully and completely. We hope you enjoy
ying your Sky Ranger.
Glossary
❍Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Battery: Rechargeable
battery which is used to power the airplane. LiPo
batteries are lighter and smaller than most other
types of rechargeable batteries.
❍Transmitter (TX): This is the hand-held unit that
sends the signal to the control unit, or RX.
❍Rudder: Controls turning yaw.
❍Elevator: Controls pitch.
Install The Transmitter Batteries
Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
transmitter. Install four fresh AA batteries according to the“+”and
“–” polarity markings imprinted into the battery compartment.
Replace the cover.
Battery
Level
Icon
Turn on the power switch on the transmitter and observe the battery
icon in the status display. When the battery icon is blinking, the
batteries are too low and should be replaced. Four squares inside
the battery icon indicate that the batteries are at full power.
Also note the ying mode in the status
display and make sure your transmitter
is congured in the desired mode. Mode
2 is most commonly used in the U.S.
Mode 2 Shown
Antenna
Throttle
Control
Stick
Elevator/
Rudder
Control
Stick
Rudder Trim
Elevator Trim
On/O Switch
Flying Mode
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Transmitter Cautions
●Do not use rechargeable (NiCd) batteries.
●Do not mix old and new batteries.
●Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(NiCd) batteries.
Charging the On Board LiPo Battery
Connect the AC adapter to the charger. Plug the adapter into a 110V
AC wall outlet. The red power LED will illuminate. Plug the white
balance connector on the battery into the port on the charger.
When connected, the charger will automatically begin
to charge and the green charge LED will
illuminate. A fully depleted battery may
take as long as 1 hour to charge completely.
Partially discharged batteries will take less
time to charge.
The charger will terminate charge when the battery has reached
its capacity. The green charge LED will go o when this happens.
You can now disconnect the battery from the charger as it is
ready for ight.
After each ight, remove the battery from the airplane and allow
it to cool before recharging.
IMPORTANT! NEVER LEAVE A CHARGING BATTERY UNATTENDED!
WARNING!! Failure to follow all instructions could cause
permanent damage to the battery and its surroundings, and
cause bodily harm!
●ONLY use the included charger to charge the LiPo battery.
●ALWAYS charge in a reproof location.
●NEVER allow battery temperature to exceed 150°F [65°C].
●NEVER disassemble or modify pack wiring in any way or
puncture cells.
●NEVER place on combustible materials or leave unattended
during charge or discharge.
●DO NOT leave the battery connected to the Sky Ranger for an
extended period of time. This can cause permanent damage
to the battery.
●ALWAYS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
●DO NOT leave the battery unattended while charging.
From AC
Adapter
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Battery Charging Precautions
1. Always remove the battery from your Sky Ranger before
charging.
2. Do not leave a charging battery unattended! Unplug the
battery if it gets warm, even if the green charge LED has not
gone out.
3. Do not use a different charger to charge the Sky Ranger
flying battery.
WARNING: Misuse or malfunction may overheat the battery and
charger, resulting in personal injury or damage to surroundings.
Battery Recycling
ATTENTION: The product you have purchased is powered by a
rechargeable battery. At the end of the battery’s useful life, under
various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this
battery into the municipal waste system. Check with your local
solid waste ocials for details in your area for recycling options or
proper disposal.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State
of California to cause cancer.
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Assembling the Sky Ranger
Insert the plastic tab at the forward end of the wing into
the fuselage as shown.
Press the aft end of the wing down into position and use
the included 26mm screw to secure the wing in place.
Do not over tighten the screw.
Insert the landing gear into the slot behind the battery
compartment. Be sure the gear is pressed into the slot
completely.
Install the nose gear into the slot in front of the battery
compartment.
Press the propeller onto the propeller base attached to
the motor shaft. Press rmly until it clicks into place. If
the propeller does not easily snap into place, rotate the
propeller slightly to align the splines on the base.
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Recongure the Mode of the Transmitter
Unless you are ying in a country where Mode 1 is
prevalent, there is no reason to change the mode. If you
have decided to operate your airplane in Mode 1, perform
the following procedure to recongure the transmitter.
Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the (2) antenna
mounting screws.
Rotate the antenna upward until it is vertical.
Rotate the antenna 180°, allowing it to be folded down
the other way.
Fold the antenna back down into the other side. Reinstall
and tighten the (2) mounting screws.
Now your transmitter has been recongured to operate
in Mode 1 and you will be holding the transmitter 180°
(seemingly upside down) from when it was set up in
Mode 2. The control sticks will operate the airplane
accordingly. The rest of the instructions illustrate the
transmitter congured in Mode 2.
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Set Up the Transmitter
With the power switch on the transmitter turned on,
press the trim buttons as necessary to center the trim
indicators in the status display.
Select the desired skill mode by pressing inward onto
the elevator/rudder control stick. If this is your rst time
ying the Sky Ranger, select the Low Rate mode.This will
provide reduced control throws to lessen the chance of
over-control for your rst ights. As you become procient
ying the Sky Ranger, experiment with the high rate
setting at a safe altitude.
Be certain the transmitter antenna is in its vertical
position and that the power switch on the transmitter
has been turned on. Note: Unless performing the“Binding”
procedure described on page 9, never allow the battery to
be connected to the Sky Ranger without the transmitter
turned on. This means you should always turn on the
transmitter rst before installing the battery into the
model, and always turn o the transmitter rst before
removing the battery from the Sky Ranger.
Trim Indicators
Skill Mode
Indicator
High Rate
Low Rate
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Also be certain the throttle control stick is fully down
so the propeller will not rotate when you connect the
battery. Note: If you inadvertently connect the battery
with the transmitter o, or with the transmitter on but the
throttle stick not all the way down, the propeller should
not turn until you turn on the transmitter or move the
throttle stick all the way down.
Bind The Airplane To The Transmitter
When the receiver is able to read signals from the transmitter, the
two are said to be “bound.” Until the receiver in the airplane is
programmed to read the transmitter’s signals, the airplane cannot
be controlled. Follow the procedure below to bind the receiver to
the transmitter:
1. Disconnect the LiPo battery from the airplane.
2. Turn on the transmitter. Lower the throttle control stick all
the way down. Adjust the throttle trim tab until the throttle
trim indicator is centered and the throttle position indicator
reads “000.”
3. Turn o the transmitter.
4. Connect the LiPo battery to the airplane.Turn on the transmitter
while pressing inward on the throttle control stick until you hear
the servos activate. If you have the wing o, you will also see
the red LED on the receiver illuminate. This indicates that the
receiver is reading signals from the transmitter—this should
happen within a few seconds.
If it doesn’t work the rst time, disconnect the LiPo battery from
the airplane and turn o the transmitter. Repeat the binding
procedure again by reconnecting the LiPo battery and turning on
the transmitter with the throttle stick depressed.
The receiver is now “bound” to the transmitter and the plane is
ready to y.
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First Flight
Turn the transmitter power switch to the ON position.
Rotate the battery door clip until it points to the aft end
of the plane.
Remove the battery door by lifting the rear of the door
upward and slide it out from under the forward clip.
Connect the battery to the plane and insert the battery
into the battery compartment. The motor is now
considered live. Keep clear of the propeller in case of
accidental start-up.
Replace the battery door by hooking the forward clip
onto the battery door and pressing the door down into
position. Secure the door by rotating the aft battery
door clip.
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