Archive for the 'Helicopters' Category
I had repeated complaints about the WASP 3 Helicopters servos moving uncontrollably, and the helicopter spinning, and with little control. I asked Skyartec about it. Their comments were;
Check for correct tail rotor rotation, (belt could be in wrong).
Servo correct setting should be in the center, perhaps a little to the right.
I followed the suggestions, and found that the belt was in wrong. I placed the setting as instructed. When I did that the heli was fine.
I have found that sometimes the little parts in the tail rotor are a little too tight, and need to be loosened.
You also need to be sure that ALL batteries are in good condition. If they are low, it may cause some unusual behaviour.
If you have other RC Helicopter issues please contact; http://www.skyartec.com/Server.asp
Doug; www.qualityrchobbies.com
A new item is a mini dvd/dc camera. It can take both pictures at a preset exposure rate. or dvd movies of your filght.
The DV can be installed to your Helicopter, Air-plane easily, and then you can take DV when your Helicopter is flying, and take photo via your remote controller (Adopt the spare channel to control DC Electronic shutter)
High data transfer with PC via 2.0 USB
RC helicopter has become one of the more popular “boy toys” that hit and hit big. Its popularity is not surprising at all. Imagine fulfilling your dream of flying an aircraft without spending too much.
Choosing between an Electric RC Helicopter and a gas RC helicopter is up to you. Evaluate carefully so that you get most out of your rc flying experien
We have a very easy way to upgrade your 72. RC Transmitter! You simply unplug the small module at the back of your transmitter, and plug in the Corona 2.4, and that is it. Our new Corona 2.4GHz transmitter module and receiver are designed to completely eliminate radio interference and glitches which have troubled model hobbyists
for years. The software designed exclusively for the transmitting module and receiver instantly locates and assigns safe and protected channels.
Other flyers in the area can not create interference that normally would corrupt transmitter signals.
The Corona 2.4GHz adheres strictly to Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) communication standards by constantly switching across a wide band of frequencies. Combining Corona’s software with FHSS we have designed a transmitter and receiver capable of providing modelers the highest performing radio system available.
Doug
I have heard several comments that some were having difficulty flying their WASP3. As a Dealer for Skyartec, I took those comments very seriously. I tried one, and there were some issues. I contacted Skyartec with my findings and they listened. Since then Skyartec has developed a system where every unit they manufacture is preflight tested. There is a vidio made of the test and there is a tag put on all their birds since. The tag system can be seen @ http://www.skyartec.com/Download.asp. Now our birds are truely RTF, and there is no adjustment needed. You can buy Skyartec helis with confidence.
Doug
If you are new to the fastinating world of remote control helicopters, and you are not sure what to purchase, helicopters like the electric rc WASP series, all come with a simulater and the instructions to operate it. It really depends what you want from this hobby. The helicopter like the electric remote control Walkera Super mini is a very easy and enjoy entry-level helicopter to fly. In addition, it is exellent for fun flying indoors. The larger helis like the new rc WASP 200XE V4 will take a little more to learn to fly, but the rewards will be greater. For beginners, the electric remote control Wasp 4 channel helicopter, such as this rc WASP V3, because they have less controls to avoid confusion. They can do many fun moves, and will give you hours of enjoyment . Take a moment to view of our selection.
Have you ever wished that you could adjust your heli with out taking it outside, or having it take off in the house and perhaps crashing it?
Well I have, come up with an idea;
1/ If you have a table with a leaf that will open up to be larger;
You could; Take a short shoe lace, and tie a knot in one end and put the lace in the opening of the table and close it so the lace will not come out, then tie it to the center of the training kit. Allow about6″ of free play. Then you can start your bird and adjust it, this will allow free movement of the bird, with out it getting away and being broken. You can check all the adjustments and be ready to fly it.
2/ You could use a suction holder that you use on the fridge , I would be a little afrade of it releasing. or;
3/ You can take a 3′ piece of 1/2” ply wood, put a small whole in the center. Then you put a medium shoe lace in the whole, tie a knot in it so it will not pull out, then you could do the same.
You could do this anytime you wish, the weather would not get in your way.
Doug
qualityrchobbies.com
RC electric helicopters are the coolest thing I have ever seen. I remember when I saw my first helicopter flying in the air and I thought that it was the most fantastic invention ever. It could go at intense speeds as well as hover like a humming bird over a flower.
Seeing my first electric helicopter brought me back to that moment. I knew that I definitely had to have it. And now I can attest that it is the most fun that you can have in an open field.
• To install a new battery you will need to remove the body from the RC model helicopter to access the internal components.
• The helicopter will have either a foam or plastic body which will have to be cut to remove it.
• The foam body will have a vertical seam which can be cut open with either a hobby or utility knife.
• The plastic body can be cut open either at the horizontal seam at the bottom or by cutting it vertically front to back.
• Once the body is removed you will find the battery near the front of the helicopter it is flat and silver, approximately 2″x 1.5″ in size.
• There will be two wires connecting the battery to the main circuit board, these will need to be un-soldered from the battery.
• With these wires removed the battery can be taken out of the helicopter, it is held in with a few pieces of clear tape that can be cut or peeled off.
• The replacement battery can be held in with any kind of tape.
• When soldering the new battery the power wires please ensure that the red wire is connected to the battery terminal labeled with the “+” and the black wire is to the terminal labeled with a “-”. Connecting this backwards will cause damage to the battery and circuit board. Be careful to not short out the two battery terminals as it will damage the battery and may cause fire.
• You will notice that the original battery also had a small circuit board connected to it, this is to prevent an overdischarge on the battery. It is not necessary on the new battery however it can be soldered and applied to the new replacement battery to help prevent damage.
• Once the battery is in place the body can be re-installed using scotch tape or glue
Joining a remote control aircraft club is a great way to dive into your hobby. Model Aeronautics Association of Canada (MAAC) regulates it’s members of clubs to give you the best access to current rc informaton, events, flying fields, etc for both RC Airplane and RC Helicopter model flyers. They also provide links to associated rc aircraft organizations the world over.
Whether you are a beginner or an expert RC Hobby Aircraft hobbier, you will find a RC model club near you.
On this page, in the right hand column section “Recommended Sites”, I have included a link to MAAC website’s list of Clubs.
Enjoy your hobby!
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