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If you you have done your research and purchased a remote control helicopter based on the answers to two main questions, namely what is your budget and what type of flying you want to do, then you should have the model that is best suited to your individual requirements.
If you you have done your research and purchased a remote control helicopter based on the answers to two main questions, namely what is your budget and what type of flying you want to do, then you should have the model that is best suited to your individual requirements. Assuming that you are a beginner and new to the hobby of flying remote control helicopters, chances are you purchased an electric model that was advertised as "Ready to Fly" or RTF. Any of the main brands such as e-flite and align produce quality helicopters and they will be RTF once the battery is charged, however you may need to make some small adjustments. Some models are sold without a TX, RX and battery pack. These are known as "Plug N Play" models and are usually purchased by experienced pilots who have a collection of remote control helicopters. In this article will will concentrate on RTF models as most newcomers will not purchase such an advanced model. The main point that needs to be stressed about the set up process is that it takes time. Do not, under any circumstances, try to rush the process. Take time to get to know how your new helicopter works. Remember you bought the helicopter as a hobby. It is meant to be enjoyed, not just flown once, crashed and disposed of. Checking for transit damage should be the first check you do. Assuming that the helicopter has arrived undamaged is a mistake. Because modern packaging is so good it would be very unusual for the heli to arrive damaged. It is a basic check that is very easy to overlook and if not done properly could affect the product guarantee. After checking the helicopter is in one piece we generally advise customers to look through the instructions for charging the batteries. Pay particular attention to the directions as all batteries are different. The last thing you want to happen is for your bright and shiny new helicopter to drop from the sky due to loss of power. Once it is charging you will have plenty of time to read the rest of the instructions. After the battery is charged you will want to connect it. Before doing so, make sure that the switch to the motor is not turned on. Otherwise the blades may start spinning when your fingers are in the way. It may not seem like a big deal but you do need to be careful. You are probably aware at this stage that the pitch of the blades is changed through movements in the swashplate. As part of the set up process you should check that the swashplate moves as expected when inputs are made to the control system. For example, when you apply left cyclic the swashplate moves to the left. When checking the control system you should also pay particular attention to the tail rotor gyro. To do this you just have to spin the helicopter around it's vertical axis by holding it between your thumb and fore finger. As you rotate the helicopter you should not the angle of the tail rotor blades changing. Fixing, upgrading and modifying your helicopter is all part of the enjoyment to be had from owning a remote control helicopter. Taking your time to work through the set up process not only ensures that your helicopter will work properly but will also ensure that you "get under the bonnet" and into the detail of how your helicopter works. About the Author: Frank Cole Getting started in the hobby of flying remote control helicopters has never been easier. New fixed pitch designs that are ready to fly straight out of the box are the perfect point of entry for beginners. A remote control helicopter also makes a great present. For more info visit skymodels.co.uk |
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