ParkZone PKZ1700 - Manual (Page 8)

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Range Test
You will need two people to perform the range
test—one to hold the plane and the other to give the
transmitter input.
Warning: The person holding the plane should hold
it in such a way that the propeller does not come
into contact with any part of their clothing or body.
1. One person should hold the transmitter, while the
other person walks 100 paces away from the
transmitter, with the airplane in hand.
2. Be sure the throttle slider is in the “off” position.
3. Extend the transmitter antenna completely and
turn the transmitter on.
4. Slide the battery into the fuselage, attach it to the
lead from the fuselage and close the canopy.
Step 11
Mode Change Flight Control System
Your Spitfire Mk IIB comes with the ability to change
flight modes as you gain more experience and become
more familiar with it. There are two modes, selectable
from the transmitter, from which you can choose:
Mode A (Low Rate) - Mode A is recommended for all
first flights. The travel of both ailerons, as well as the
elevator, will be limited in this mode, allowing you to
become more familiar with your plane. The switch on top
of the transmitter will be back when you are in this mode.
First Flights
The ParkZone ® 3-channel control system is
designed for the experienced radio control pilot
and is not intended for the inexperienced flyer. If
you have successfully flown 3-channel HobbyZone ®
airplanes, then you should be ready for the
ParkZone Spitfire Mk IIB. However, first-time pilots
of the ParkZone Spitfire should seek the assistance
of an experienced RC flyer until the additional third
channel, pitch control, has been competently mas-
tered. If you do not have experience with control-
ling the ailerons, it will be very helpful to have an
experienced pilot with you when you first start to
fly. Crash damage is not covered under the warranty.
Step 12
Step 13
Important: Initial flights should always be done
with the airplane in Low Rate (Mode A). In this
mode, there is some limitation to the travel of the
control surfaces, helping to prevent you from over-
control. After you have had several safe flights in
Mode A, you can move on to Mode B, which will no
longer limit the travel of the control surfaces.
Note: It is possible to change flight modes while
the plane is in flight. However, it is important that
you have enough altitude while in flight before
changing the flight mode.
Mode B (High Rate) - Mode B does not limit your
control surface travel, allowing more aggressive
flying and aerobatics. However, your Spitfire will also
be more prone to crashes due to over-control if you
are not careful. The switch on the transmitter will be
toward the pilot when in this mode.
5. Advance the throttle. When the throttle slider is
advanced, the propeller should spin quickly.
6. As the first person moves the transmitter con-
trols, the other person watches to be sure
the airplane’s motor and tail controls operate
smoothly. Make sure you check all parts of the
controls—throttle, as well as moving the gimbal
up and down, and side to side.
Low Rate = A
High Rate = B
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