Introduction As an ultra micro-sized version of the Blade
®
CX/CX2, the Blade mCX offers
first-time pilots the ability to learn how to fly with ease and experienced
heli pilots the ability to fly anywhere, anytime. The Blade mCX offers
unsurpassed stability and incredible control through the coaxial, counter-
rotating head design and Spektrum™ 2.4GHz DSM2™ technology . And,
thanks to its rotor span of just 7.5 inches and one ounce flying weight, the
Blade mCX can be flown indoors almost anywhere—fr om an of fice to a
small bedroom or living room.
The Blade mCX comes 100% factory-assembled, flight-tested and ready
to fly right out of the box—no assembly or setup requir ed. Included in the
box is the LiPo flight battery and convenient AA battery-powered DC LiPo
char ger , 4-channel transmitter equipped with Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM2
technology , and 8 AA batteries (4 for the transmitter , 4 for the char ger). The
DSM2 technology offers freedom from frequency r estrictions and allows the
Blade mCX to be flown anywhere, anytime with full 4-channel control.
And although the Blade mCX is ready-to-fly right from the box, please take
the time to read through this manual for tips on battery safety and char ging,
control checks and more before making your first flight. We also suggest
viewing the Instructional Video located on the product page for the Blade
mCX on www .e-fliterc.com.
Warning An RC helicopter is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious bodily harm
and damage to property . Fly only indoors, in open areas following all
instructions and as recommended in this manual. Keep loose items that
can get entangled in the rotor blades away from the main and tail blades,
including loose clothing, or other objects such as pencils and screwdrivers.
Especially keep your hands away from the rotor blades.
Table of Contents Specifications ......................................................................................... 1
Introduction ............................................................................................ 3
Warning .................................................................................................. 3
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ............................................................ 4
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union ............ 4
Additional Safety Precautions and W arnings ............................................... 4
FCC Information ...................................................................................... 5
Blade MCX RTF Contents ......................................................................... 6
Additional Equipment ............................................................................... 6
Preparing for the First Flight Checklist ....................................................... 6
Flying Checklist ....................................................................................... 7
Battery Warnings and Guidelines ............................................................... 7
Battery Char ging ................................................................................... 10
Installing the T ransmitter Batteries .......................................................... 11
Installing the Flight Battery ..................................................................... 11
T ransmitter Contr ol Identification ............................................................ 12
Control T est .......................................................................................... 13
5-in-1 Control Unit Description, Arming and Motor Contr ol T est .................. 16
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls ............................................... 19
Dual Rates ............................................................................................ 22
Choosing a Flying Area .......................................................................... 23
Flying the Blade MCX ............................................................................. 24
T ransmitter and Receiver Binding ............................................................ 26
Exploded View Par ts Listing ................................................................... 27
Exploded View....................................................................................... 29
Replacement Parts List .......................................................................... 30
Optional Parts List ................................................................................. 31
Warranty Period .................................................................................... 31
Limited Warranty ................................................................................... 31
Damage Limits ...................................................................................... 32
Safety Precautions ................................................................................ 32
Questions, Assistance and Repairs ......................................................... 33
Inspections or Repairs ........................................................................... 33
Warranty Inspection and Repairs ............................................................. 34
Non-Warranty Repairs ............................................................................ 34
Product Registration .............................................................................. 35
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