Sport Cub S 2 NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.
Sport Cub S 2 Included in the Box Ultra Micro Sport Cub S 2 USB Charger Transmitter SPMA3178 SPMRMLP6 (RTF Only) 150 mAh 3.7V (RTF Only) AA Alkaline Batteries Li-Po Battery (4) (RTF Only) EFLB1501S25 Flying Tips • Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft.
Sport Cub S 2 Transmitter Mode 2 shown Low Battery Alarm When the battery voltage drops too Power Power LED low, an alarm sounds and the LED Switch flashes. The batteries must be replaced Throttle Elevator Trim immediately. If this happens while flying,...
Sport Cub S 2 LED Indicator The transmitter LED gives a Status Transmitter LED/Buzzer Indication visual representation for various Transmitter LED color indicates transmitter battery data. The following table gives an voltage for 4 seconds after powering on. explanation of the possible LED Green: over 5.6V...
Sport Cub S 2 Transmitter Setup Non Computerized Transmitter Setup (DX4e and DX5e) IMPORTANT: The installed receiver has been pro- SAFE SAFE Panic grammed for operation specifically in this aircraft. Flight Transmitter Mode Recovery Modes To operate the SAFE system in this aircraft, set up...
Sport Cub S 2 ® SAFE Technology Flight Modes Beginner Mode (with self leveling) Pitch (nose up and down) and Roll (wing tips Pitch Roll up and down) angles are limited to help you keep the aircraft airborne. Release both sticks Beginner Mode for self-leveling.
Sport Cub S 2 Charging Warnings • Always disconnect the battery after charging, and The included USB charger has been designed to safely charge the included Li-Po battery. let the charger cool between charges. • Always constantly monitor the temperature of the CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly.
Sport Cub S 2 Installing the Flight Battery Your Sport Cub RTF transmitter comes pre-bound to the aircraft, so binding should not be necessary. Keep the aircraft and transmitter away from large metal objects, wire- less sources or other transmitters while installing the battery.
Sport Cub S 2 Control Direction Test 1. Place the aircraft into Experienced mode (Mode switch position 2). 2. Face the aircraft away from you. 3. Restrain the aircraft so it does not escape your control while you are testing your transmitter controls.
Sport Cub S 2 ® SAFE Control Direction Test Perform the Control Direction Test to Aircraft SAFE Reaction ensure the aircraft responds correctly Movement to your transmitter. Once you are sure the aircraft responds correctly, move the aircraft as shown to ensure the SAFE system moves the control surfaces in their proper direction.
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Sport Cub S 2 Takeoff Hand Launch Use the Beginner mode for takeoff in first flights. Wind 0–5 mph Get help to hand launch your aircraft so you (0–8 km/h) can concentrate on flying. If you must hand launch the aircraft alone, hold the Aircraft in your dominant hand and the transmitter in your other hand.
Sport Cub S 2 Flying In Beginner mode, when properly trimmed, your aircraft will climb at full throttle without use of the elevator stick. • Set a flight timer for 6 minutes. • If the motor pulses, land the aircraft immediately and recharge the flight battery.
Sport Cub S 2 Landing Wind 0–5 mph (0–8 km/h) Fly to your runway, keeping the aircraft pointed into the wind and the wings level. Bring the aircraft down by lowering the throttle to 25%. Near the ground, fully lower the throttle and pull back on the steering stick.
Sport Cub S 2 Motor Service CAUTION: DO NOT handle propeller parts while the flight battery is connected. Personal injury could result. Disassembly 1. Disconnect the battery from the ESC/receiver. 2. Carefully cut the tape and decals on the side of the fuselage and behind the canopy to remove the top of the fuselage.
Sport Cub S 2 Optional Floats Float Set Not Included To fly this aircraft off water, install the optional E-flite ® Float Set (EFLUA1190, sold separately). A rear float mount is included with the aircraft. Install it in the open slot on the bottom of the fuselage using foam-compatible CA.
Sport Cub S 2 Re-Binding the RTF Transmitter Your Sport Cub RTF transmitter comes pre-bound to the aircraft. If you need to re-bind your aircraft, follow this binding table. Binding Procedure 1. Make sure the flight battery is disconnected from the aircraft.
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Sport Cub S 2 Problem Possible Cause Solution Flight battery charge is low Completely recharge flight battery Propeller is installed backwards Install propeller with numbers facing forward Reduced flight Replace flight battery and follow flight battery Flight battery is damaged...
Sport Cub S 2 Replacement Parts Optional Parts Part # Description Part # Description SPMA3178 Sport Cub S Receiver/ESC EFLUA1190 Float Set: UMX Carbon Cub SS EFLB1501S25 150mAh 1S 3.7V 25C Li-Po battery EFLB1501S45 150mAh 1S 3.7V 45C LiPo Battery...
Sport Cub S 2 Warranty Requirements — For Warranty consid- your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service eration, you must include your original sales receipt you in the event that you may need any assistance.
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Hobbyzone Sport Cub S 2 RTF/BNF (HBZ44000 / HBZ44500) 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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