FMS 1280mm Easy Trainer V2 Instruction Manual

FMS 1280mm Easy Trainer V2

WARNING

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating.
Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and failure to do so could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.
This manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate and avoid damage or serious injury.

Safety Precautions and warning
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help avoid collisions or injury.
Age Recommendation:
Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, traffic or people.
• Avoid operating your model in the street where injury or damage can occur.
• Never operate the model in populated areas for any reason.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment you use (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.)
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
• Never lick or any place of any your model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.
  

Safety
Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) Battery Warning
CAUTION: Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for safe use and disposal of batteries. Fire, property damage, or serious injury can result from the mishandling of Li-Po batteries.

• By handling, charging or using a Li-Po Battery you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries.

• If at any time the batteries begin to swell or balloon, discontinue use immediately!

• Always store the batteries at room temperature in a dry area to extend the life of the battery. Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40-120F. Do not store the battery or model in a car or in direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fire.

• Never use a Ni-Mh Charger to charge Li-Po Batteries. Failure to charge the battery with a Li-Po compatible charger may cause fire resulting in personal injury and property damage.

• Never discharge Li-Po Cells below 3V.

• Never leave charging batteries unattended.

• Never charge damaged batteries.
  Charging the Flight Battery Warning

• Use a battery charger that is designed to safely charge the Li-Po Battery. Read the charger instructions care fully before use. When charging the battery, make certain the battery is on a heat resistant surface. It is also highly recommended to place the Li-Po Battery inside a fire resistant charging bag readily available at hobby shops or online.

Introduction

There are many choices out there for pure trainers, but for those who want something that serves as a trainer but won’t become obsolete after they’ve learnt to fly- look no further than the new 1280mm Easy Trainer V2!
As a trainer and a glider, the FMS 1280mm Easy Trainer V2 is a plane most pilots can appreciate!
The upgraded 2212-2650KV motor gives fantastic thrust to weight ratio while being very efficient in flight. Expect 6-7 minutes of full-power flight time and up to 20 minutes with proper throttle management!
Thanks to the pusher configuration, the 1280mm Easy Trainer V2 can teach the pilot basic aerobatics with an added safety factor; it’s also a great FPV platform as there is no propeller obstructing the view ahead!
Assembled in as little as 5 minutes- the robust airframe is easy to build, repair and will stand up to rough handling with ease.
Can’t choose between a glider or a trainer? Why not have both with the FMS 1280mm Easy Trainer V2?

Features:

• Simple, lightweight and robust
• Dual purpose glider/trainer
• Pusher configuration for added safety, great FPV platform
• Vibrant red trim scheme
• Belly lander configuration
• Functional ailerons

Kit contents

Before assembly, please inspect the contents of the kit. The photo below details the contents of the kit with labels. If any A parts are missing or defective, please identify the name or part number (refer to the spare parts list near the end of the manual) then contact your local shop or email us: support@fmsmodel.com.

A: Fuselage
B: Wing spar
C: Main wing halves
D: Horizontal stabilizer
E: Wing alignment pins

Model assembly

Main wing assembly

1. With the aircraft inverted, slide the wing spar into the fuselage as shown.

2. Slide the wing halves onto the wing spar and into their fuselage slots.

3. Use the wing alignment pins to align and secure the wing halves.

Installation of the horizontal stabilizer

1. Apply glue to the area indicated in the diagram and adhere the horizontal stabilizer to the fuselage.

Pushrod installation

1. With the servos centered, connect the pushrod clevis to the control horn of the elevator.

Battery installation

1. Pull back on the latch and remove the battery hatch.
2. Apply the hook tape to the cable end of the battery.
3. Slide the full charged battery into the battery compartment with the power supply cable toward the rear end of the plane.

Note: The center of gravity can be adjusted by moving the battery forward or aft. Having the correct center of gravity is critical to achieving proper flight characteristics.

Receiver diagram

The cables from the servo connector board should be connected to your receiver in the order shown. Note that the  LEDs can be powered by any spare channel on the receiver. Tuck the wire leads into the recessed cavity towards the rear of the battery hatch.

Get your model ready to fly

Important ESC and model information

1. The ESC included with the model has a safe start. If the motor battery is connected to the ESC and the throttle stick is not in the low throttle or off position, the motor will not start until the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position. Once the throttle stick is moved to the low throttle or off position, the motor will emit a series of beeps. Several beeps with the same tune means the ESC has detected the cells of the battery. The count of the beeps equals the cells of the battery. The motor is now armed and will start when the throttle is moved.
2. The motor and ESC come pre-connected and the motor rotation should be correct. If for any reason the motor is rotating in the wrong direction, simply reverse two of the three motor wires to change the direction of rotation.
3. The motor has an optional brake setting. The ESC comes with brake switched off and we recommend that the model be flown with the brake off. However, the brake could be accidentally switched on if the motor battery is connected to the ESC while the throttle stick is set at full throttle. To switch the brake off, move the throttle stick to full throttle and plug in the motor battery. The motor will beep one time. Move the throttle stick to low throttle or the off position. The motor is ready to run and the brake will be switched off.
4. Battery Selection and Installation. We recommend the 7.4V 1300mAh 20C Li-Po battery. If using another battery, the battery must be at least a 7.4V 1300mAh 20C battery. Your battery should be approximately the same capacity, dimension and weight as the 7.4V 1300mAh 20C Li-Po battery to fit the fuselage without changing the center of gravity significantly.

Transmitter and model setup

Before getting started, bind your receiver with your transmitter. Please refer to your transmitter manual for proper operation.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury, DO NOT install the propeller assembly onto the motor shaft while testing the control surfaces. DO NOT arm the ESC and do not turn on the transmitter until the Transmitter Manual instructs you to do so.
Tips: Make sure all control sticks on your radio are in the neutral position (rudder, elevator, ailerons) and the throttle is in the OFF position. Make sure both ailerons move up and down (travel) the same amount. This model tracks well when the left and right ailerons travel the same amount in response to the control stick. Move the controls on the transmitter to make sure the aircraft control surface moves correctly. See diagrams right.

Control throws

The suggested control throw setting for the 1280mm Easy trainer V2 are as follows (dual rate setting):

| High Rate| Low Rate
---|---|---
Elevator| 20mm up / down| 16mm up / down
Aileron| 18mm up / down| 14mm up / down
Rudder| 24mm left / right| 20mm left / right

Tips: On the first flight, fly the model in low rate. The first time you use high rates, be sure to fly at low to medium speeds. High rate, as listed, is only for EXTREME maneuvering.

Clevis installation

1. Pull the tube from the clevis to the linkage.
2. Carefully spread the clevis, then insert the clevis pin into the desired hole in the control horn.
3. Move the tube to hold the clevis on the control horn.

Control horn and servo arm settings

The table shows the factory settings for the control horns and servo arms. Fly the aircraft at the factory settings before making changes.
After flying, you may choose to adjust the linkage positions for the desired control response.

Check the C.G. (Center of gravity)

When balancing your model, adjust the battery as necessary so the model is level or slightly nose down. This is the correct balance point for your model. After the first flight, the CG position can be adjusted for your personal preference.

1. The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for your model is(65-75mm) from the leading edge of the main wing (as shown) with the battery pack installed. Mark the location of the CG on top of the wing.
2. When balancing your model, support the plane at the marks made on the bottom of the main wing with your fingers or a commercially available balancing stand. This is the correct balance point for your model. Make sure the model is assembled and ready for flight before balancing.

Before flying the model

Find a suitable flying site

Find a flying site clear of buildings, trees, power lines and other obstructions. Until you know how much area will be required and have mastered flying your plane in confined spaces, choose a site which is at least the size of two to three football fields – a flying field specifically for R/C planes is best. Never fly near people – especially children, who can wander unpredictably.

Per form the range check for your plane

As a precaution, an operational ground range test should be performed before the first flight each time you go out. Performing a range test is a good way to detect problems that could cause loss of control such as low batteries, defective or damaged radio components, or radio interference. This usually requires an assistant and should be done at the actual flying site you will be using.

First turn on the transmitter, then install a fully-charged battery into the fuselage. Connect the battery and install the hatch.

Remember, use care not to bump the throttle stick. Otherwise, the propeller/fan will turn and possibly cause damage or injury.

Note: Please refer to your Transmitter Manual that came with your radio control system to perform a ground range check. If the controls are not working correctly or if anything seems wrong, do not fly the model until you correct the problem. Make certain all the servo wires are securely connected to the receiver and the transmitter batteries have a good connection.

Monitor your flight time

Monitor and limit your flight time using a timer (such as on a wristwatch or in your transmitter if available). When the batteries are getting low you will usually notice a performance drop before the ESC cuts off motor power, so when the plane starts flying slower you should land. Often (but not always) power can be briefly restored after the motor cuts off by holding the throttle stick all the way down for a few seconds. To avoid an unexpected dead-stick landing on your first flight, set your timer to a conservative 4 minutes. When your alarm sounds you should land right away.

Flying course

Take off

While applying power, slowly steer to keep the model straight. The model should accelerate quickly. As the model gains flight speed you will want to climb at a steady and even rate. It will climb out at a nice angle of attack (AOA).

Flying

Always choose a wide-open space for flying your plane. It is ideal for you to fly at a sanctioned flying field. If you are not flying at an approved site always avoid flying near houses, trees, wires and buildings. You should also be careful to avoid flying in areas where there are many people, such as busy parks, schoolyards, or soccer fields. Consult laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft. After takeoff, gain some altitude. Climb to a safe height before trying technical maneuvers, including high speed passes, inverted flight, loops, and point rolls.

Landing

Land the model when you hear the motor pulsing (LVC) or if you notice a reduction in power. If using a transmitter with a timer, set the timer so you have enough flight time to make several landing approaches. The model’s three point landing gear allows the model to land on hard surfaces. Align model directly into the wind and fly down to the ground. Fly the airplane down to the ground using 1/4-1/3 throttle to keep enough energy for proper flare. Before the model touches down, always fully decrease the throttle to avoid damaging the propeller or other components. The key to a great landing is to manage the power and elevator all the way to the ground and set down lightly on the main landing gear. After a few flights you will find the model can be set down light Lyon the mains and you can hold the nose wheel off balancing the model on the mains until it slows and gently settles the nose.

Maintenance

Repairs to the foam should be made with foam safe adhesives such as hot glue, foam safe CA, and 5min epoxy. When parts are not repairable, see the Spare Parts List for ordering by item number. Always check to make sure all screws on the aircraft are tightened. Pay special attention to make sure the spinner is firmly in place before every flight.

Troubleshooting

-ESC is not armed.
-Throttle channel is reversed.| -Lower throttle stick and throttle trim to lowest settings.
-Reverse throttle channel on transmitter.
Extra propeller noise or extra vibration.| -Damaged spinner, propeller, motor or motor mount.
-Loose propeller and spinner parts.
-Propeller installed backwards.| -Replace damaged parts.
-Tighten parts for propeller adapter, propeller and spinner.
-Remove and install propeller correctly.
Reduced flight time or aircraft underpowered.| -Flight battery charge is low.
-propeller installed backward.
-Flight battery damaged.| -Completely recharge flight battery.
-Replace flight battery and follow flight battery instructions.
Control surface does not move, or is slow to respond to control inputs.| -Control surface, control horn, linkage or servo damage.
-Wire damaged or connections loose.| -Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls.
-Do a check of connections for loose wiring.
Controls reversed.| Channels are reversed in the transmitter.| Do the control direction test and adjust controls for aircraft and transmitter.
-Motor loses power
-Motor power pulses then motor loses power.| -Damage to motor, or battery.
-Loss of power to aircraft.
-ESC uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff(LVC).| -Do a check of batteries, transmitter, receiver, ESC, motor and wiring for damage(replace as needed).
-Land aircraft immediately and recharge flight battery.
LED on receiver flashes slowly.| Power loss to receiver.| -Check connection from ESC to receiver.
-Check servos for damage.
-Check linkages for binding.

Spare parts list content

FMSSQ101-1 ____ Fuselage
FMSSQ102-1 ____ Main Wing
FMSSQ103-1 ____ Horizontal Stabilizer
FMSSQ104-1 ____ Canopy
FMSSQ107-1 ____ Linkage Rods
FMSSQ109 __ Sticker
FMSSQ115 __ Pipe
FMSPROP043 ____ Propeller
FMSDJ020 Motor Mount
FMSBM043 ____ Motor Board
PRKV2650-S Motor
PRESC004 ESC
FMS9GDP 9g Servo
FMSCHR01 __ Charger

Visit our website:www.fmsmodel.com to see photo of this product. Enter the key word “ESC” in the search bar for the stock ESC instruction manual.

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Specifications

Programmable Items (The option written in bold font is the default

setting)

1. Brake Setting: Enabled / Disabled
2. Battery Type: Lipo / NiMH
3. Low Voltage Protection Mode(Cut-Off Mode): Soft Cut-Off (Gradually reduce the output power) /Cut-Off (Immediately stop the output power).
4. Low Voltage Protection Threshold(Cut-Off Threshold): Low / Medium / High

1. For lithium battery, the battery cell number is calculated automatically. Low / medium / high cutoff voltage for each cell is 2.85V/3.15V/3.3V. For example: For a 3S Lipo, when “Medium” cutoff threshold is set, the cut-off voltage will be:3.15*3=9.45V.
2. For NiMH battery, low / medium / high cutoff voltages are 0%/50%/65% of the startup voltage (i.e. the initial voltage of battery pack), and 0% means the low voltage cut-off function is disabled. For example: For a 6 cells NiMH battery, fully charged voltage is 1.446=8.64V, when “Medium” cut-off threshold is set, the cut-off voltage will be: 8.6450%=4.32V

5. Startup Mode: Normal /Soft /Super-Soft (300ms / 1.5s / 3s)
   a) Normal mode is suitable for fixed-wing aircraft. Soft or Super-soft modes are suitable for helicopters. The initial acceleration of the Soft and Super- Soft modes are slower, it takes 1.5 second for Soft startup or 3 seconds for Super-Soft startup from initial throttle advance to full throttle. If the throttle is completely closed (throttle stick moved to bottom position) and opened again (throttle stick moved to top position) within 3 seconds after the first startup, the re-startup will be temporarily changed to normal mode to get rid of the chance of a crash caused by slow throttle response. This special design is suitable for aerobatic flight when quick throttle response is needed.

6. Timing: Low / Medium / High,( 3.75°/15°/26.25°) Usually, low timing is suitable for most motors. To get higher speed, High timing value can be chosen.

Begin To Use Your New ESC

IMPORTANT! Because different transmitter has different throttle range, please calibrate throttle range before flying.
Throttle range setting (Throttle range should be reset whenever a new transmitter is being used)

1. Switch on the transmitter, move throttle stick to the top position.
2. Connect battery pack to the ESC, and wait for about 2 seconds.
3. The “Beep-Beep-” tone should be emitted, means the top point of throttle range has been confirmed.
4. Move throttle stick to the bottom position, several “beep-” tones should be emitted to present the amount of battery cells.
5. A long “Beep-” tone should be emitted, means the lowest point of throttle range has been correctly confirmed.

Normal startup procedure

1. Move throttle stick to bottom position and then switch on transmitter.
2. Connect battery pack to ESC, special tone like ” 123″ means power supply is OK.
3. Several “beep-” tones should be emitted to present the amount of lithium battery cells.
4. When self-test is finished, a long “beep—–” tone should be emitted.
5. Move throttle stick upwards to go flying.

Protection Function

1. Start up failure protection: If the motor fails to start within 2 seconds of throttle application, the ESC will cut-off the output power. In this case, the throttle stick MUST be moved to the bottom again to restart the motor. (Such a situation happens in the following cases: The connection between ESC and motor is not reliable, the propeller or the motor is blocked, the gearbox is damaged, etc.)
2. Over-heat protection: When the temperature of the ESC is over about 110 Celsius degrees, the ESC will reduce the output power.
3. Throttle signal loss protection: The ESC will reduce the output power if throttle signal is lost for 1 second, further loss for 2 seconds will cause the output to be cut-off completely.

Trouble Shooting

the connector.
After power on, motor does not work, such an alert tone is emitted:
“beep-beep-, beep-beep-,beep-beep-” (Every “beep-beep-” has a time interval of about 1 second)| Input voltage is abnormal, too high or too low| Check the voltage of battery pack
After power on, motor does not work, such an alert tone is emitted:
“beep-, beep-, beep- “(Every “beep-” has a time interval of about 2 seconds)| Throttle signal is irregular| Check the receiver and transmitter Check the cable of throttle channel
After power on, motor does not work, such an alert tone is emitted:
“beep-, beep-, beep-” (Every “beep-” has a time interval of about 0.25 second)| The throttle stick is not in the bottom (lowest) position| Move the throttle stick to bottom position
After power on, motor does not work, a special tone ” ♪56712″ is emitted after 2 beep tone (beep-beep-)| Direction of the throttle channel is reversed, so the ESC has entered the program mode| Set the direction of throttle channel correctly
The motor runs in the opposite direction| The connection between ESC and the motor need to be changed| Swap any two wire connections between ESC and motor

Program the ESC with your transmitter (4 Steps)

Note: Please make sure the throttle curve is set to 0 when the throttle stick is at bottom position and 100% for the top position.

NO.1 Enter program mode

1. Switch on transmitter, move throttle stick to top position, connect the battery pack to ESC
2. Wait for 2 seconds, the motor should emit special tone like “beep-beep-“
3. Wait for another 5 seconds, special tone like “56712” should be emitted, which means program mode is entered

NO.2 Select programmable items

After entering program mode, you will hear 8 tones in a loop with the following sequence. If you move the throttle stick to bottom within 3 seconds after one kind of tones, this item will be selected.

Note: 1 long “beep—–” = 5 short “beep-”

NO.3 Set item value (Programmable value)

You will hear several tones in loop. Set the value matching to a tone by moving throttle stick to top when you hear the tone, then a special tone “1515” emits, means the value is set and saved. (Keeping the throttle stick at top, you will go back to Step 2 and you can select other items; or moving the stick to bottom within 2 seconds will exit program mode directly) .

Tones/Items| “beep-” 1 short tone| “beep-beep-” 2 short tones| “beep-beep- beep” 3 short tones
---|---|---|---
Brake| Off| On|
Battery type| Lipo| NiMH|
Cutoff mode| Soft-Cut| Cut-Off|
Cutoff threshold| Low| Medium| High
Start mode| Normal| Soft| Super soft
Timing| Low| Medium| High

NO.4 Exit program mode

There are 2 ways to exit program mode:

1. 1. In step 3, after special tone ” “, please move throttle stick to the bottom position within 2 seconds.
2. In step 2, after tone “beep—–beep—–“(that is: The item #8),move throttle stick to bottom within 3 seconds.

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