AMEWI Buzzard Pro XL RTF

Declaration of Conformity

This product has been manufactured according to actual technical standards and meets the requirements of existing European and national guidelines. The Declaration of Conformity has been proofed. AMEWI Trade e.K. declares that this product matches the basic requirements and remaining regulations of the guideline 2014/53/EU (RED). Declarations and documents are stored at the manufacturer and can be requested there. The full text of the declaration of conformity can be found at: https://amewi.com/Konformitaetserklaerungen

For additional questions, please contact: Amewi Trade e.K., Nikolaus-Otto-Str. 18, 33178 Borchen or via the website amewi.com.

Security and Hazard Warnings

⚠️ Attention! For damage caused by disregarding the manual, warranty expires!

AMEWI is not liable for secondary failures, material, or personal damage caused by improper usage or disregarding security notices.

⚠️ Attention! Based on security and registration (CE) reasons, it is forbidden to modify the product personally. Do not disassemble the product.

⚠️ Attention! Small parts. Danger of suffocation or risk of injury caused by small parts.

⚠️ Attention! Suitable for people aged 14+!

⚠️ The product is not allowed to get moist or wet. Even a drop from a small height can cause damage.

Battery Notice and Battery Disposal

⚠️ Attention! Battery do not belong in children's hands. Battery changes must be done by an adult.

• Never mix rechargeable batteries with non-rechargeable batteries.
• Never mix fully charged batteries with almost empty batteries.
• Never mix batteries of different capacities.
• Never try to charge dry batteries.
• Take care of correct polarity.
• Defective batteries belong to special waste.
• Never leave a charging battery unattended.

For questions about charging time, please read the manual or ask the manufacturer.

The company AMEWI is registered under WEEE Reg. Nr. DE93834722 at the foundation EAR and recycles all used electronic parts properly. Electric and electronic products are not allowed in household garbage. Please dispose of the product at the end of its lifetime according to actual laws. Disposal over household garbage is forbidden!

Batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with symbols indicating prohibition of disposal in household garbage. Additional notations for critical heavy metals: Cd=Cadmium, Hg=Quecksilver, Pb=lead (Label is placed on batteries, e.g., below the bottom left trash symbols).

Based on RoHS labeling, the manufacturer confirms that all limit values were taken care of at the time of manufacturing.

Batteries labeled with the recycling symbol (e.g., ♻️) can be put into used battery collecting tanks (available at most supermarkets). They are not allowed to be put into local household garbage.

AMEWI Trade e.K. is involved in the dual system for boxing over the company Firma Landbell AG. All used boxes are collected from partner companies (waste disposal contractors) at private customers (local households), sorted, and properly utilized. Involvement in a Dual System helps to save CO2 Emissions.

Safety Notes

⚠️ CAUTION

Fly only in safe areas, away from other people. Do not operate R/C aircraft within the vicinity of crowds or people. R/C aircraft are prone to accidents, failures, and pilots are responsible for their actions and any damage or injury occurred during pilot error, radio interference, or operation.

? FORBIDDEN

Special design for indoor & outdoor: please keep it away from obstacles. This product is suitable for indoor and outdoor (wind grade should be no more than 5). Please choose a place without obstacles, and keep distance from crowds and pets. Do not play in unsafe conditions, such as near heat sources, wires, or electronic power sources, to avoid damage from collision, landing, entanglement, fire, electric shock, and loss of lives and property.

? FORBIDDEN PREVENT MOISTURE

R/C models are composed of many precision electrical components. It is critical to keep the model and associated equipment away from moisture and other contaminants. Introduction or exposure to water or moisture in any form can cause the model to malfunction, resulting in a crash. Do not operate or expose to rain or moisture.

? FORBIDDEN PROPER OPERATION

To avoid potential fire hazard from batteries, please do not short, reverse polarity, or puncture batteries. Battery charging must be done under supervision at all times, and in a location out of reach by children. Double-check that the four AA batteries are rechargeable Ni-CD/MH batteries before charging. The manufacturer is not liable for accidental damages incurred by charging non-rechargeable batteries.

? FORBIDDEN SAFETY NOTE FOR NI-MH BATTERIES

Make sure batteries are installed based on polarity indicated in the case and do not mix batteries of different chemistry/spec. Please remove batteries if not using for a long time to avoid potential leakage. Dispose of depleted batteries according to local laws and ordinances. Do not dispose improperly.

? FORBIDDEN SAFETY NOTE ON LI-POLYMER BATTERIES

Li-Polymer batteries pose higher operational risks compared to other battery chemistries, thus it is imperative to follow usage instructions. Manufacturer and dealer assume no liability for accidental damages caused by improper usage.

• Do not use a charger other than the factory-supplied unit to avoid potential fire and explosion.
• Do not crush, disassemble, burn, or reverse polarity.
• Avoid metallic materials from contacting battery terminals to prevent short circuits.
• Never puncture batteries to avoid fire hazards.
• Battery charging must be done under supervision at all times, and in a location out of reach by children.
• If the battery shows an unusual increase in temperature after use, stop use or charge immediately. Continued use may cause it to expand, deform, explode, or result in fire hazards.
• Dispose of depleted batteries according to local laws and ordinances. Do not dispose improperly.

⚠️ CAUTION KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT

R/C models are made of various forms of plastic, which are susceptible to damage or deformation due to extreme heat and cold. Do not store the model near any source of heat such as an oven or heater. It is best to store the model indoors, in a climate-controlled, room temperature environment.

⚠️ WARNING OBTAIN THE ASSISTANCE OF AN EXPERIENCED PILOT

The products are suitable for ages 14+. Learning may involve some difficulty; seek guidance from an experienced pilot when playing.

Package Contents and Specifications

Package Illustration

The package illustration shows the main components: a detailed outline of the helicopter, including the main rotor head set, canopy, and main frame set. It also shows the transmitter.

Transmitter Battery Installation

Step 1: Slide the cover to open by the following arrow. Push the cover.

Step 2: Please use 4 AA batteries, installed based on polarity indicated in the case. Do not mix batteries of different chemistry/spec.

Diagram Description: Two diagrams show the transmitter. The first shows the battery cover being pushed open. The second shows the transmitter with four AA batteries inserted, indicating correct polarity (+ and -).

Specifications & Equipment

Standard Equipment:

• 1x Li-Polymer battery
• 1x Lipo charger
• 1x Tail Blade
• 2x Blades

Battery and Charger Specification:

⚠️ CAUTION: You needn't to change anything because it has been adjusted when it finished production.

Transmitter Nomenclature

The transmitter nomenclature diagram labels various controls and indicators:

• Antenna
• Power LED
• Rudder conversion changing button
• Speed control stick
• Speed trim
• Direction trim
• Power switch
• LCD display
• Stick modes indicator
• Throttle output display
• Speed trim tips
• Diversion trim tips
• Mode conversion
• Crab tips
• Forwards and backwards trim tips
• Transmitter battery level
• Diversion tips
• Trim indicator
• Crab trim tips
• Battery lid

Control Mode Explanation:

This controller has 4 styles, which can be exchanged without opening the controller. For left and right-hand throttle, set the switch to the "up position" for right-hand throttle. Attention: remember to turn it off to avoid accidents.

Mode Exchange: Hold the switch button and turn on the power switch simultaneously to exchange from Mode 1 to Mode 3, or from Mode 2 to Mode 4.

Control Modes

Control modes are illustrated for both right-hand and left-hand throttle configurations, showing stick movements for Aileron, Elevator, Throttle, and Rudder.

Throttle on right hand

Mode 1

Aileron: Left stick left controls 'Turn left', right stick right controls 'Turn right'.

Elevator: Left stick up controls 'Forward', left stick down controls 'Backward'.

Throttle: Right stick up controls 'Throttle', right stick down controls 'Throttle'.

Rudder: Right stick left controls 'Left side fly', right stick right controls 'Right side fly'.

Mode 3

Aileron: Left stick left controls 'Turn left', right stick right controls 'Turn right'.

Elevator: Left stick up controls 'Forward', left stick down controls 'Backward'.

Throttle: Right stick up controls 'Throttle', right stick down controls 'Throttle'.

Rudder: Right stick left controls 'Left side fly', right stick right controls 'Right side fly'.

Throttle on left hand

Mode 2

Aileron: Right stick left controls 'Turn left', right stick right controls 'Turn right'.

Elevator: Left stick up controls 'Forward', left stick down controls 'Backward'.

Throttle: Left stick up controls 'Throttle', left stick down controls 'Throttle'.

Rudder: Left stick left controls 'Left side fly', left stick right controls 'Right side fly'.

Mode 4

Aileron: Right stick left controls 'Turn left', right stick right controls 'Turn right'.

Elevator: Left stick up controls 'Forward', left stick down controls 'Backward'.

Throttle: Left stick up controls 'Throttle', left stick down controls 'Throttle'.

Rudder: Left stick left controls 'Left side fly', left stick right controls 'Right side fly'.

Binding of Radio Transmitter and Receiver

For the first time use, or if experiencing frequency interference and unable to connect, you must bind the frequency again.

Step 1: Push the throttle stick to the lowest position. Open the remote control power supply for frequency.

Step 2: With the helicopter in a flat place, according to the graphic direction, insert the Li-Po battery into the helicopter. Do not move the fuselage. Turn on the power switch, and the receiving red LED light will be flashing.

Step 3: After receiving the red LED flash for 4 seconds, it means connection was successful. If the LED continues flashing, it expresses a frequency failure. Must again perform steps 1 through 2. Note: must first open the remote open plane switch on the code, so as to avoid injury.

Usage Instructions and Flight Adjustments

Pre-Flight Checks

⚠️ CAUTION: Check the control directions with throttle off before flight.

• Check if the screws are firmly tightened.
• Check if the transmitter and receivers are fully charged.

⚠️ CAUTION: Safety during flight.

• Make sure that no people or obstructions are in the vicinity.
• You must first practice hovering for flying safety. This is a basic flight action. (Hovering means keeping the helicopter in mid-air in a fixed position).
• Please stand approximately 2m diagonally behind the helicopter.

Flight Adjustment and Setting

Please Practice Simulation Flight Before Actual Flying:

Before you are familiar with the helicopter, please read the instructions carefully. Get familiar with all kinds of direction control and keep repeating until you can play it as you wish. Practice operating the throttle stick (as below illustration) and repeat practicing "Throttle high/low", "Aileron left/right", "Rudder left/right", and "Elevator up/down". The simulation flight practice is very important; please keep practicing until your fingers move naturally.

Step 1 Throttle Control Practice

When the helicopter begins to lift off the ground, slowly reduce the throttle to bring the helicopter back down. Keep practicing this action until you control the throttle smoothly.

Step 2 Aileron and Elevator Control Practice

1. Raise the throttle stick slowly.

2. Move the helicopter in any direction (back, forward, left, and right), slowly move the aileron and elevator sticks in the opposite direction to fly back to its original position.

⚠️ If the nose of the helicopter moves, please lower the throttle stick and land the helicopter. Then move your position diagonally behind the helicopter 2m and continue practicing.

If the helicopter flies too far away, please land it and move your position behind 2m and continue practicing.

Step 3 Rudder Control Practicing

1. Slowly raise the throttle stick.

2. Move the nose of the helicopter to the right or left, and then slowly move the rudder stick in the opposite direction to fly back to its original position.

Step 4 Practice

After you are familiar with all actions from Step 1 to 3, draw a circle on the ground and practice within the circle to increase your accuracy. You can reduce the size of the circle as you become familiarized with the control reflexes.

Step 5 Direction Change and Hovering Practice

After you are familiar with Step 1 to 4, stand at the side of the helicopter and continue practicing Steps 1 to 4. Then repeat Step 1 to 4 by standing in front of the helicopter.

Adjustment of Each Trim

Slowly raise the throttle stick and just as the helicopter lifts off the ground, you can use the trim to correct the action if the helicopter leans in a different direction.

1. Adjustment of rudder trim: Just before the helicopter lifts off, if the nose leans left/right: When it leans right, adjust the trim to the left side. When it leans left, adjust the trim to the right side.
2. Adjustment of elevator trim: Just before the helicopter lifts off, if the nose leans forward/backward: When it leans forward, adjust the trim down. When it leans backward, adjust the trim up.
3. Adjustment of aileron trim: Just before the helicopter lifts off, if the body leans left/right: When it leans right, adjust the trim to the left side. When it leans left, adjust the trim to the right side.

Post-Flight Procedures

Step 2: Remove the helicopter battery safely at the conclusion of flight. This should be made into a post-flight habit to avoid unforeseeable problems.

⚠️ Warning: If left connected in the helicopter for a long duration, the battery may be damaged due to over-discharge, or even become fire hazards.

Step 3: Turn off the transmitter. If the transmitter is not to be used for a long duration, please remove the battery for storage.

⚠️ Warning: If the AA batteries are left in the transmitter, potential leakage could occur, which may damage the transmitter and create fire hazards.

Trouble Shooting During Flight

If the problem is still there even after tried above, stop flying and contact your seller.

Parts List

The parts list diagram displays a detailed exploded view of the helicopter, with numbered components corresponding to the parts list table.

Specifications, contents of parts and availability are subject to change. Align RC is not responsible for inadvertent errors in this publication.