RTF

READY-TO-FLY

Instruction Manual

Bedienungsanleitung

Manuel d’utilisation

Manuale di Istruzioni
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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. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic 

mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner 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. Do 

not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon 

Hobby, LLC. 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 correctly and avoid 

damage or serious injury.

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when

operating this product:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no 

possibility of injury.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a

possibility of serious injury.

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, 

and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial injury. 

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around 

your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is 

controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from 

many sources outside your control. Interference can 

cause momentary loss of control.

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from 

full-size vehicles, traffi c and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for 

this and any optional support equipment 

(chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything 

electrical out of the reach of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not 

specifi cally designed and protected for this purpose. 

Moisture causes damage to electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it 

could cause serious injury or even death.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter 

batteries.

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control.

• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is 

powered.

• Always remove batteries before disassembly

• Always keep moving parts clean.

• Always keep parts dry.

• Always let parts cool after use before touching.

• Always remove batteries after use.

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring.

• Never touch moving parts.

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 and click on the support tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy. 
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First Flight Preparation .....................................................4

Flying Checklist ...............................................................4

Charging Warnings...........................................................4

Installing the Landing Gear ..............................................5

Installing the Transmitter Batteries (RTF) ..........................5

Installing the Flight Battery ..............................................5

Transmitter and Receiver Binding .....................................6

SAFE Technology .............................................................7

Transmitter Control ..........................................................7

Flight Mode and Rate Selection ........................................8

Transmitter Setup Table ...................................................9

LED Codes .....................................................................12

Understanding the Primary Flight Controls .....................12

Flying the 180 QX HD .....................................................13

Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist ..........13

Operating the Camera ...................................................13

Flight Mode Calibration ..................................................14

Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................15

Exploded View ...............................................................16

Parts Listings .................................................................16

Optional Parts ................................................................17

Limited Warranty ...........................................................17

Warranty and Service Contact Information .....................18

FCC Information .............................................................18

IC Information ...............................................................18

Compliance Information for the European Union .............19

Box Contents

• Blade 180 QX HD

• 720p Digital Video Camera with Still Capability

• 1S 3.7V 25C 500mAh Li-Po Battery

• 1S USB Li-Po Charger

• MLP6DSM SAFE Transmitter (RTF Only)

• 4 AA Batteries (RTF Only)

Table of Contents

Length 13.98 in (355mm)

Height 3.15 in (80mm)

Propeller Diameter 5.35 in (136mm)

Flying Weight 3.35 oz (95 g)

Blade 180 QX HD Specifications

Blade 180 QX HD Features RTF BNF

Airframe – Blade ® 180 QX HD Included Included

Motors – 8.5mm Brushed Installed Installed

On-board Electronics – 5-in-1 mixer/ESCs/Gyro Installed Installed

Battery – 500mAh 1S 3.7V 25C Li-Po Included Included

Charger – 1S USB Li-Po Charger, 500 mAh, JST Included Included

Transmitter – MLP6DSM SAFETM Transmitter Included Required

To register your product online,visit www.bladehelis.com
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The Battery Charger (EFLC1010) included with your 

quadcopter has been designed to safely charge the Li-Po 

battery.

CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be 

followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can 

result in a fi re, personal injury and/or property damage.

• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery, 

you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries.

• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, 

discontinue use immediately. If charging or discharging, 

discontinue and disconnect. Continuing to use, charge or 

discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result 

in fi re.

• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area 

for best results.

• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40–120o F (5–49° C). Do not store battery 

or model in a car or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the 

battery can be damaged or even catch fi re.

• Always charge batteries away from fl ammable materials.

• Always inspect the battery before charging.

• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the 

charger cool between charges.

• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery 

pack while charging.

• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE 

LI-PO BATTERIES. Failure to charge the battery with a 

compatible charger may cause a fi re resulting in personal 

injury and/or property damage.

• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.

• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.

• Never leave charging batteries unattended.

• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.

• Never charge damaged batteries.

• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.

• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.

• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places 

(recommended between 40–120° F or 5–49° C) or place in 

direct sunlight.

Charging Warnings

Battery Charging

NOTICE: Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch 

and are not damaged. Look at the battery to make sure it 

is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent, broken or punctured. 

1. Insert the charger into a USB port.

2. Properly connect the battery to the charger lead. 

3. Always disconnect the fl ight battery from the charger 

immediately upon completion of charging.

CAUTION: Only use chargers specifi cally 

designed to charge the included Li-Po battery. 

Failure to do so could result in fi re, causing injury or 

property damage.

CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended 

charge rate.

LED Indications

When you make the connection successfully, the LED on the charger turns solid red, indicating charging has begun.

Charging a fully discharged (not over-discharged) 500mAh battery takes approximately 60 minutes. The light goes out

when the charge is complete.

CHARGING (Solid Red)

MAX CHARGE (OFF)

CAUTION: Once charging is complete, immediately remove the battery. Never leave a battery connected to the 

charger.

USB Li-Po

Charger

EFLC1010

SOLID RED LED –Charging

DC Input:5.0V 500mA

DC Output:4.2V 500mA

LED OFF

–Charge 

Complete

First Flight Preparation

• Remove and inspect contents

• Begin charging the fl ight battery

• Install the fl ight battery in the quadcopter 

(once it has been fully charged)

• Program your computer transmitter (BNF only)

• Bind your transmitter (BNF only)

• Familiarize yourself with the controls

• Find a suitable area for fl ying

Flying Checklist

❏Always turn the transmitter on fi rst

❏ Plug the fl ight battery into the lead from the 5-in-1 

control unit

❏ Allow the 5-in-1 control unit to initialize and arm 

properly

❏Fly the model

❏Land the model

❏ Unplug the fl ight battery from the 5-in-1 control unit

❏Always turn the transmitter off last
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Installing the Transmitter Batteries (RTF)

Replace the transmitter batteries when the power LED fl ashes and the 

transmitter beeps.

1. Lower the throttle to the lowest setting.

2. Power on the transmitter.

3. Install the battery by sliding it into the battery mounting slot below the 5-in-1 control unit. Slide the battery into the 

slots with the label facing upward so that the battery key molded into the battery end-cap comes in contact with

the key on the battery slot.

4. Connect the battery cable to the 5-in-1 control unit.

5. Place the quadcopter on its skids on a fl at surface and leave the aircraft still until the LED on the 5-in-1 control unit

indicates one of the following fl ight modes:

Solid blue: Stability, Low-angle mode

Slow blue fl ashing: Stability, High-angle mode

Solid red: Agility mode

If the LED is rapidly fl ashing blue, see the Transmitter and Receiver Binding section.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the Li-Po battery from the aircraft when not fl ying to avoid over-discharging the

battery. Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may become damaged,

resulting in loss of performance and potential fi re when batteries are charged.

Installing the Flight Battery

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Install the landing gear using the

four included screws.

Installing the Landing Gear
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To bind or re-bind your quadcopter to your chosen transmitter, please follow the directions below.

General Binding Procedure

1. Disconnect the fl ight battery from the quadcopter.

2. Select a clean model memory on your transmitter (computer radios only). 

3. Select Acro or Airplane model type on your transmitter.

4. Make sure all servo reversing is set to Normal on your transmitter.

5. Center all trims on your transmitter.

6. Power off the transmitter and move all switches to the 0 position. Move the throttle to the low/off position.

7. Connect the fl ight battery in the quadcopter. The blue LED on the 5-in-1 control unit fl ashes after 5 seconds.

8. Put the transmitter into bind mode while powering on the transmitter.

9. Release the bind button/switch after 2–3 seconds. The quadcopter is bound when the blue LED on the

5-in-1 control unit turns solid.

10. Disconnect the fl ight battery and power the transmitter off.

CAUTION: When using a Futaba® transmitter with a SpektrumTM DSM2 ®/DSMX ® module, you must reverse the 

throttle channel and re-bind. Refer to your Spektrum module manual for binding and failsafe instructions.

Refer to your Futaba transmitter manual for instructions on reversing the throttle channel.

MLP6DSM Binding Procedure

1. Disconnect the fl ight battery from the quadcopter.

2. Center all trims on your transmitter.

3. Power off the transmitter and move the throttle stick to the down/off position.

4. Connect the fl ight battery in the quadcopter. The LED on the 5-in-1 control unit fl ashes after 5 seconds.

5. When the blue light is fl ashing, push in and hold down the left stick* while powering on the transmitter

(you will hear a ‘click’).

6. Release the left stick. The transmitter will beep and the power LED will blink.

7. The quadcopter is bound when the LED on the 5-in-1 control unit is solid blue (not blinking).

8. Disconnect the fl ight battery and power the transmitter off.

* The trigger switch may also be used for the binding procedure.

If you encounter problems, obey binding instructions and refer to the troubleshooting guide for other instructions.

If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support offi ce. For a list of compatible DSM® transmitters, please 

visit www.bindnfl y.com.

RTF

Your RTF transmitter comes prebound to the model. If you need to re-bind, follow the directions below.

Transmitter and Receiver Binding
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RTF

Transmitter Control

F

G

H

E

A

D

C

B

Camera trigger

(bind switch)

Flight mode 

switch

A B CDE F G H

Mode 1 Power LED/

fl ight mode 

indicator

Aileron (Left/Right) 

Throttle (Up/Down)

Throttle 

Trim

Aileron 

Trim

ON/OFF 

Switch

Rudder 

Trim

Elevator TrimRudder (Left/Right) 

Elevator (Up/Down)

Mode 2 Power LED/

fl ight mode 

indicator

Aileron (Left/Right) 

Elevator (Up/

Down)

Elevator TrimAileron 

Trim

ON/OFF 

Switch

Rudder 

Trim

Throttle 

Trim

Rudder (Left/Right) 

Throttle (Up/Down)

When pressed down, trim buttons make a sound that increases or decreases in pitch at each pressing. The middle or 

neutral trim position is heard as a middle tone in the pitch range of the sounds. The end of the control range is sounded 

by a series of beeps. 

H B

Bind switch Dual rate 

switch

Revolutionary SAFETM (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology uses an innovative combination of multi-axis sensors 

and software that allows model aircraft to know its position relative to the horizon. This spatial awareness is utilized to create 

a controlled fl ight envelope the aircraft can use to maintain a safe region of bank and pitch angles so you can fl y more safely. 

Far beyond stability, this level of protection offers multiple modes so the pilot can choose to develop his or her skills with a 

greater degree of security and fl ight control that always feels crisp and responsive. 

SAFE technology delivers:

• Flight envelope protection you can enable at the fl ip of a switch.

• Multiple modes let you adapt SAFE technology to your skill level instantly.

Best of all, sophisticated SAFE technology doesn’t require any work to enjoy. Every aircraft with SAFE installed is ready to use 

and optimized to offer the best possible fl ight experience.

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RTF

Change fl ight modes by moving the three-position fl ight mode switch. Ensure 

the fl ight mode switch is in the desired position before fl ying.

• In stability low angle mode (switch position 0), the controls provide a 

minimum bank angle. This mode is shown by the fl ight control board on 

the quadcopter glowing solid blue.

• In stability high angle mode (switch position 1), the controls provide for a 

maximum bank angle. This mode is shown by the fl ight control board on 

the quadcopter slowly fl ashing blue.

• Agility mode (switch position 2) is shown by the fl ight control board on 

the quadcopter glowing solid red.

When powered on, this transmitter is automatically in high-rate mode. 

Change rates by pressing and releasing the right control stick.

• In low-rate mode, the controls cannot reach their maximum values.

• In high-rate mode, the controls can reach their maximum values.

If you purchased a BNF 180 QX HD, the channel 5 switch on your transmitter will select fl ight modes. When the LED on 

the control board is solid blue, the fl ight mode is set to stability low angle mode. When the LED is slowly blinking blue, 

the quadcopter is in stability high angle mode. When the light is solid red, the quadcopter is in agility mode. See the 

Transmitter Setup Table for specifi c setup information.

Flight Mode and Rate Selection
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Transmitter Setup Table Transmitter Model Type Reverse Setup Mode Setup Switch Positions Camera Operation Dual Rate Switch High Rate Low Rate MLP6DSM N/A N/A N/A Channel 5 (0) = Stability Mode, Low Angle Still Mode(Default) Press Trainer = Take Picture Video Mode Press Trainer = Start/Stop Recording Press & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes Rate 100% Fixed 70% Fixed Channel 5 (1) = Stability Mode, High Angle Channel 5 (2) = Agility Mode

DX4e (Old) w/ 2 PositionSwitch

N/A N/A N/A

ACT/AUX (OFF) = Stability Mode,Low Angle

Still Mode(Default)Press Trainer = Take PictureVideo ModePress Trainer = Start/Stop RecordingPress & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes

Rate 100% Fixed 70% Fixed

ACT/AUX (ON) = Agility Mode

DX5e (Old) w/ 2 PositionSwitch

N/A N/A N/A

Channel 5 (0) = Stability Mode,Low Angle

Still Mode(Default)Press Trainer = Take PictureVideo ModePress Trainer = Start/Stop RecordingPress & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes

Rate 100% Fixed 70% Fixed

Channel 5 (1) = Agility Mode

DX4e (New)w/ 3 PositionSwitch

N/A N/A N/A

Channel 5 (0) = Stability Mode, Low Angle Still Mode(Default) Press Trainer = Take Picture

Video ModePress Trainer = Start/Stop RecordingPress & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes

Rate 100% Fixed 70% Fixed Channel 5 (1) = Stability Mode, High Angle

Channel 5 (2) = Agility Mode
EN 10 Transmitter Model Type Reverse Setup Mode Setup Switch Positions Camera Operation Dual Rate Switch High Rate Low Rate DX5e (New) w/ 3 Position Switch N/A N/A N/A Channel 5 (0) = Stability Mode, Low Angle Still Mode(Default) Press Trainer = Take Picture Video Mode Press Trainer = Start/Stop Recording Press & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes Rate 100% Fixed 70% Fixed Channel 5 (1) = Stability Mode, High Angle Channel 5 (2) = Agility Mode DX6i Acro GEAR - R All Others - N Travel Adj: GEAR (0)↑ 100%; F MODE (1) ↓40% FLAPS: Norm ←↑100; LAND ↓100 MIX 1: ACT; Gear 

→ Gear ACT

 RATE D 0% U + 100% SW MIX TRIM INH

GEAR (0); Mix (0) = Stability Mode,Low Angle Still Mode(Default)

FLAP 0-1-0 = Take PictureVideo ModeFLAP 0-1-0 = Start/Stop RecordingFLAP Pos 0-1(4 Seconds)-0 = Change Modes

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70% GEAR (1); Mix (0) = Stability Mode, High Angle

GEAR (1); Mix (1) = Agility Mode

DX7/7SE Acro FLAP - R (6) All Others - N

Travel Adj:GEAR (0)↑ 100%; GEAR (1) ↑40%MIX 1: FLAP 

→ Gear OFF/ON

 RATE 

→ -50%

 0% SW: MIX OFFSET: 0

GEAR (0); Mix (0) = Stability Mode,Low Angle Still Mode(Default) FLAP 0-1-0 = Take Picture

Video ModeFLAP 0-1-0 = Start/Stop RecordingFLAP Pos 0-1(4 Seconds)-0 = Change Modes

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70% GEAR (1); Mix (0) = Stability Mode, High Angle

GEAR (1); Mix (1) = Agility Mode

DX7S Acro AUX1 - R All Others - N

Switch Select:Trainer to Aux 1; F Mode to GearSet All Others to InhMIX 1: GER > GERRATE: 0% -100%OFFSET: 0%;TRIM: InhSW: Mix0

F MODE (0) = Stability Mode,Low Angle Still Mode(Default)

Press Trainer = Take PictureVideo ModePress Trainer = Start/Stop RecordingPress & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70% F MODE (1) = Stability Mode, High Angle

F MODE (1); HOLD (1) = Agility Mode
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Transmitter Model 

Type

Reverse Setup

Mode Setup Switch Positions Camera Operation Dual 

Rate Switch

High Rate

Low Rate

DX8 Acro AUX1 - R All Others - N

Switch Select:Trainer to Aux 1 F Mode to GearAll Others to Inh

F MODE (0) = Stability Mode,Low Angle Still Mode(Default) Press Trainer = Take Picture

Video ModePress Trainer = Start/Stop RecordingPress & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70% F MODE (1) = Stability Mode, High Angle

F MODE (2) = Agility Mode

DX9/DX18 Acro AUX1 - R All Others - N

Channel Assign: NEXT 1-4: N/A 5 Gear: B 6 AUX1: I 7-10: Inh

B (0) = Stability Mode, Low Angle Still Mode(Default)

Press Trainer = Take PictureVideo ModePress Trainer = Start/Stop RecordingPress & Hold Trainer for 4 Seconds = Change Modes

ELEV-AIL D/R 100% 70% B (1) = Stability Mode, High Angle

B (2) = Agility Mode
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LED Codes

Equipment LED Color LED Status Operation

Quadcopter

Blue

Rapid Blink Bind Mode

Solid Stability Mode low angle

Slow Blink Stability Mode high angle

Red Solid Agility Mode

Red and Blue Solid Low Battery

Blink Loss of RF/TX Off

RTF Transmitter Red Blink Low Rate

Solid Hi Rate

Elevator

Elevator down Forward Elevator up Backward

Left Side View Left Side View

Rudder

Rudder left Rudder right

Nose Yaws Left Nose Yaws Right

Understanding the Primary Flight Controls

If you are not familiar with the controls of your 180 QX HD, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before

attempting your fi rst fl ight.

Throttle

Throttle up Throttle down

Left Side View Left Side View

Descend

Climb

Aileron

Aileron left Left Aileron right Right

Rear View Rear View
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Takeoff

Increase the throttle until the model is approximately 2 ft. (600mm) off the ground and check the trim so the model

fl ies as desired. Once the trim is adjusted, begin fl ying the model.

Typical fl ight times for the included battery range from 5 to 10 minutes.

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)

LVC decreases the power to the motors when the battery voltage gets low. When the motor power decreases and the 

blue and red LEDs on the 5-in-1 unit are solid, land the aircraft immediately and recharge the fl ight battery.

LVC does not prevent the battery from over-discharge during storage.

NOTICE: Repeated fl ying to LVC will damage the battery.

Landing

To land, slowly decrease the throttle while in a low-level hover. After landing, disconnect and remove the battery from 

the aircraft after use to prevent trickle discharge. Fully charge your battery before storing it. During storage, make sure 

the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.

Flying the 180 QX HD

Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist

√

Cleaning Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning. Remove dust and debris with a soft brush or 

a dry, lint-free cloth. 

Motors Replace the motor when the model will not fl y steady or veers off when doing a climb out.

Wiring Make sure the wiring does not block moving parts. Replace damaged wiring and loose connectors.

Fasteners

Make sure there are no loose screws, other fasteners or connectors. Do not over-tighten metal 

screws in plastic parts. Tighten screws so the parts are mated together, then turn the screw only

1/8th of a turn more.

Propellers Make sure there is no damage to the propellers or other parts that move at high speed. Damage to 

these parts includes cracks, burrs, chips or scratches. Replace damaged parts before fl ying. 

Operating the Camera

Charging

1. Connect the included USB cable to the USB port on a 

compatible power source.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the camera.

3. The red LED will glow solid.

4. When charging is complete, the red LED will turn off 

and the blue LED will glow solid.

5. Disconnect the USB cable from the USB power source 

and the camera.

When the camera battery is low, the red LED will blink.

Servo lead port

Mode

button

Micro USB 

port

Start/Stop

button

Power

button

LED

Positionable lense

Micro SD 

card slot
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Installation

1. Install the included hook and loop tape on the bottom of 

the camera, as shown.

2. Install the camera on the model using the included hook 

and loop strap.

3. Connect the servo lead from the main board to the 

camera servo lead port.

4. Press the camera power button. The red LED will glow 

solid during initialization, then turn off. The blue LED will 

glow solid.

Changing Modes

The camera comes from the factory in still mode. To 

change between video and still mode, press and hold the 

trigger. When changing to video mode, the blue LED will 

blink twice. When changing back to still mode, the blue 

LED will blink once.

Operation

To use the camera, press and release the trigger on the 

back of the RTF transmitter. This will take a picture or start 

recording video. Press the trigger again to stop recording 

video. When taking a picture, the blue LED will blink once 

and return to solid. When recording video, the blue LED will 

blink slowly and return to solid when fi nished recording.

BNF Transmitters

To use the camera function with other transmitters, assign 

channel 6 to a momentary switch/button on your transmitter. The switch/button will function the same as the RTF 

trigger.

The camera also functions manually through the buttons.

Data Retrieval

Data from the camera can be retrieved through the micro 

USB port or the removable 2GB TF micro SD card.

A

B

C C

D

Flight Mode Calibration

• It may not be necessary to do both calibrations.

• If the quadcopter is drifting only in Agility Mode, then follow the Agility Mode Calibration instructions.

• If the quadcopter is drifting only in Stability Mode, then follow the Stability Mode Calibration instructions.

• As there is no GPS, there may always be a small amount of drift in any fl ight mode.

• There is no self-leveling during calibration. It is up to the pilot to bring the quadcopter to a stable hover.

Agility Mode Calibration

1. Ensure all trims are centered.

2. Power on the transmitter and move the throttle stick to full throttle.

3. Ensure the transmitter is in Agility Mode.

4. Hold full down elevator.

5. Connect the fully charged fl ight battery in the quadcopter.

6. Both LEDs will fl ash. Leave the throttle at full and return the elevator to center.

7. Leave the quadcopter still until the LEDs fl ash red then blue. This can take up to 30 seconds or more. When the LEDs repeat with one blink per color, the calibration is complete.

8. If only the red LED is fl ashing, the calibration has failed. Repeat the process.

9. Disconnect the battery.

Full down elevator
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Stability Mode Calibration

1. Ensure all trims are centered.

2. Power on the transmitter and move the throttle stick to full throttle.

3. Ensure the transmitter is in Stability High or Low Angle Mode.

4. Hold full up elevator.

5. Connect the fully charged fl ight battery in the quadcopter.

6. Both LEDs will fl ash red twice, then blue twice for a few seconds.

7. When the LED turns solid blue, lower the throttle and return the elevator to center.

8. Raise the throttle to bring the quadcopter to a hover.

9. Use the trims on the transmitter to eliminate any drifting, allowing for a stable hover.

10. While in a stable hover, press and hold the camera trigger on the transmitter for 5 seconds. The quadcopter is now 

calibrating input from the sensors and transmitter.

11. Release the camera trigger and land the quadcopter. Upon landing, the LEDs should fl ash red then blue. When the 

LEDs repeat with one blink per color, the calibration is complete.

12. If only the red LED is fl ashing, the calibration has failed. Repeat the process.

13. Disconnect the battery, then return the trims to center.

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Quadcopter control response is 

inconsistent or requires extra trim 

to neutralize movement.

Aircraft not initialized on a level surface. Disconnect the fl ight battery, center the control 

trim and re-initialize the quadcopter.

Battery not correctly placed in

battery slot.

Adjust battery position so quadcopter balances 

in the center of the frame.

Quadcopter will not respond to 

throttle.

Throttle too high and/or throttle trim is 

too high.

Reset controls with the throttle stick

and throttle trim at the lowest setting.

Quadcopter moved during initialization.

Disconnect the flight battery and re-initialize 

the quadcopter while keeping the quadcopter 

from moving.

Throttle channel is reversed.

Disconnect fl ight battery, reverse the throttle 

channel on the transmitter, 

recconnect fl ight battery.

Quadcopter does not function

and smells burnt after connecting 

the fl ight battery.

Flight battery connected with the wrong 

polarity.

Replace the 5-in-1 board. Connect the fl ight 

battery noting proper polarity.

Quadcopter has reduced fl ight 

time or is underpowered.

Flight battery charge is low. Completely recharge the fl ight battery.

Inadequate power to fl ight battery charger. Use a different USB power source for the 

charger.

Flight battery is damaged. Replace the fl ight battery and follow the fl ight 

battery instructions.

Flight conditions might be too cold. Make sure the battery is warm (room temperature) before use.

LED on receiver fl ashes rapidly 

and aircraft will not respond to 

transmitter (during binding).

Transmitter too near aircraft during binding process.

Power off the transmitter. Move the transmitter 

a larger distance from the aircraft. Disconnect 

and reconnect the fl ight battery to the aircraft. 

Follow the binding instructions. 

Bind switch or button was not held while 

transmitter was powered on. Power off transmitter and repeat bind process.

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to large 

metal object, wireless source or another 

transmitter.

Move aircraft and transmitter to another

location and attempt binding again.

Full up elevator
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Parts Listings

Part # Description

1 BLH3506 Main Gear: BMSR/X, mCP X, mQX

2 BLH3515, 

EFLH2215

Outer Shaft Bearing 3 x 6 x 2mm(2): 

BMCX/2/MSR/X, FHX, MH-35, MCP 

X, mQX

3 BLH7401A 5-in-1 Control Unit, RX/ESCs/Mixer/

Gyros/Camera Control: 180 QX HD

4 BLH7402 Canopy: 180 QX HD

5 BLH7403A 5-in-1 Mounting Frame: 180 QX HD

6 BLH7404 Landing Gear 180 QX HD

7 BLH7502 Thruster Boom with Wiring (2): mQX

8 BLH7503 Motor with Pinion, Clockwise Rotation: 

mQX

9 BLH7504 Motor with Pinion, Counterclockwise 

Rotation: mQX

10 BLH7513 Propeller Shaft, Carbon: mQX

Part # Description

11 BLH7405

Propellers, CW & CCW Rotation, Orange 

(2): 180 QX HD, mQX, 1 Propeller,

Orange (CW), 1 Propeller,

Orange (CCW), 2 Screws

12 BLH7406

Propellers, CW & CCW Rotation, Black 

(2): 180 QX HD, mQX, 1 Propeller, 

Black (CW), 1 Propeller, Black (CCW), 

2 Screws

13 BLH7561 Motor Mount with Landing Skid: mQX

14 BLH7562 Motor Mount Cover (2): mQX

15 EFLA801 Digital Video Camera With

Still Capability

16 EFLB5001S25 500mAh 1S 3.7V 25C LiPo Battery

EFLC1010 1S USB Li-Po Charger, 500mA JST

EFLH1063 MLP6DSM SAFE Transmitter

Problem Possible Cause Solution

LED on the receiver fl ashes rapidly and the quadcopter will not 

respond to the transmitter (after 

binding).

Less than a 5-second wait between fi rst 

powering on the transmitter and connecting the fl ight battery to the quadcopter.

Leave the transmitter powered on. Disconnect and reconnect the fl ight battery to the 

quadcopter.

The quadcopter is bound to a different 

model memory (ModelMatchTM transmitters only).

Select the correct model memory on the 

transmitter. Disconnect and reconnect the fl ight 

battery to the quadcopter.

Flight battery or transmitter battery charge 

is too low. Replace or recharge batteries.

Aircraft or transmitter is too close to

large metal object, wireless source or

another transmitter.

Move aircraft and transmitter to another

location and attempt connecting again.

Crashes immediately upon lift-off Propellers in wrong locations or 

incorrect fl ight mode selected.

Ensure propeller direction and motor

direction are correct.
17 EN

Part # Description

BLH7407

Propellers, CW & CCW Rotation, White (2): 

180 QX HD, mQX, 1 Propeller, White (CW),

1 Propeller, White (CCW), 2 Screws

EFLC3025/

AU/EU/UK

Celectra 80W AC/DC Multi-Chemistry Battery 

Charger (Based upon your sales region)

DX4e DSMX 4-Channel Transmitter Only

Part # Description

DX5e DSMX 5-Channel Transmitter Only

DX6i DSMX 6-Channel Transmitter Only

DX7 DSMX 7-Channel Transmitter Only

DX8 DSMX 8-Channel Transmitter Only

DX9 DSMX 9-Channel Transmitter Only

DX18 DSMX 18-Channel Transmitter Only

Optional Parts

Limited Warranty

What this Warranty Covers

Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser 

that the product purchased (the "Product") will be free from 

defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.

What is Not Covered

This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic 

damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, 

abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, 

installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to 

any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other 

than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not 

purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not 

compliant with applicable technical regulations. 

OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON 

MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND 

HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, 

INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES 

OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR 

A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES 

THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT 

WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE 

PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE. 

Purchaser’s Remedy

Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive 

remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, 

or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) 

involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions 

are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is 

required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT 

AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S 

SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. 

Limitation of Liability

HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, 

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF 

PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY 

WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN 

CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY 

OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS 

BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 

Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the 

individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As 

Horizon has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted 

for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or 

assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the 

purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, purchaser is advised to return 

the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the 

place of purchase.

Law

These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to 

conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal 

rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state 

to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this 

warranty at any time without notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES

Questions, Assistance, and Services

Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide 

warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the 

Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor 

or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your 

questions and service you in the event that you may need any 

assistance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website 

at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or 

call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty 

and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product 

Support representative. 

Inspection or Services

If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use 

the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found 

on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise 

Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely 

using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may 

be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of 

shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that 

provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as 

Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is 

accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request is available at 

http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/_service-center_renderservice-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact 

Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with 

instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling 

Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street 

address, email address and phone number where you can be 

reached during business hours. When sending product into 

Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included 

items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your 

original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly 

written on the outside of the shipping carton. 

NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have 

any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.
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Warranty and Service Contact Information

FCC Information

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.

CAUTION: Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with 

the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range.

IC Information

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two 

conditions:

(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that 

may cause undesired operation of the device.

Country of

Purchase Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address

United States of 

America

Horizon Service Center

(Repairs and Repair Requests) 

servicecenter.horizonhobby.

com/RequestForm/

4105 Fieldstone Rd 

Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA

Horizon Product Support

(Product Technical Assistance)

www.quickbase.com/db/

bghj7ey8c?a=GenNewRecord

888-959-2304

Sales sales@horizonhobby.com

888-959-2304

United Kingdom Service/Parts/Sales:

Horizon Hobby Limited

sales@horizonhobby.co.uk Units 1–4 , Ployters Rd, Staple Tye

Harlow, Essex, CM18 7NS, United 

Kingdom +44 (0) 1279 641 097

Germany Horizon Technischer Service service@horizonhobby.de Christian-Junge-Straße 1

Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH +49 (0) 4121 2655 100 25337 Elmshorn, Germany

France Service/Parts/Sales:

Horizon Hobby SAS

infofrance@horizonhobby.com 11 Rue Georges Charpak

+33 (0) 1 60 18 34 90 77127 Lieusaint, France

China Service/Parts/Sales: 

Horizon Hobby – China

info@horizonhobby.com.cn Room 506, No. 97 Changshou Rd.

+86 (021) 5180 9868 Shanghai, China 200060

Warranty Requirements 

For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date.

Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will 

be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement 

decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Service

Should your service not be covered by warranty, service 

will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the 

expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By 

submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of 

the service without notification. Service estimates are available 

upon request. You must include this request with your item 

submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be 

billed a minimum of 1⁄2 hour of labor. In addition you will be billed 

for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s 

checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and 

Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, 

you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on 

our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/_servicecenter_render-service-center. 

ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, 

a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, 

the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the 

sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will 

hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from 

notification, after which it will be discarded.
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Declaration of Conformity

(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)

No. HH2013091401

Product(s): 180 QX HD BNF

Item Number(s): BLH7480A

Equipment class: 1

The object of declaration described above is in conformity 

with the requirements of the specifi cations listed below, 

following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 

1999/5/EC, EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and LVD Directive 

2006/95/EC:

EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2: 2012

EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1: 2009

EN60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12: 2011

EN55022:2010 + AC:2011

EN55024:2010

Signed for and on behalf of:

Horizon Hobby, LLC

Champaign, IL USA

Sep 14, 2013

Compliance Information for the European Union

Declaration of Conformity

(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)

No. HH2013091202

Product(s): 180 QX HD RTF

Item Number(s): BLH7400A, BLH7400AM1

Equipment class: 1

The object of declaration described above is in conformity 

with the requirements of the specifi cations listed below, 

following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 

1999/5/EC, EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and LVD Directive 

2006/95/EC:

EN 300-328 V1.7.1: 2006

EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2: 2012

EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1: 2009

EN60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12: 2011

EN55022:2010 + AC:2011

EN55024:2010

Signed for and on behalf of:

Horizon Hobby, LLC

Champaign, IL USA

Sep 12, 2013

Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union

This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste 

equipment by handing it over to a designated collections point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic 

equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to 

conserve natural resources and make sure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your 

local city offi ce, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

Robert Peak

Chief Financial Offi cer

Horizon Hobby, LLC

Robert Peak

Chief Financial Offi cer

Horizon Hobby, LLC
©2014 Horizon Hobby, LLC.

Blade, E-fl ite, Celectra, SAFE, DSM, DSM2, DSMX, the BNF logo, ModelMatch

and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC.

The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. Futaba is a registered trademark of Futaba Denshi 

Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation of Japan. All other trademarks, service marks or logos are property of their respective owners. 

Patents pending. Created 05/14 41864.2 BLH7400A, BLH7480A, BLH7400AM1