FMS - Ranger PNP - 1220mm - Unbox, Build, Radio Setup, & Flights 

LOL - Exactly!!! Do as I say, not as I do - LOL ;)

Glad to hear we could make your day! This plane is a blast!

Included are skis, floats, & 5" tires. So u dont ever worry about flipping over in taller grass! 😁

Looks like a unique and cool one!

I'll check it out

@@BrianPhillipsRC FMM103PF

Thanks again for the kind words!

Thanks! I knew someone would know!!!

Awesome! Glad you're here with us, and glad you got one!!!

Thanks R G ;) We love it

LOL - This plane was also flown off camera by my son, and he did great too! We both tend to find the edge of the runway from time to time and flips over if you THINK about hitting grass, but zero damage ;)

1220 sky trainer is coming next Monday, FYI ;)

I have passed along the request to my point of contact ;)

Thanks ;) Glad you get me!!!

I can only think of twice. Once resulted in a crash - UMX Cessna Citation, and it was fixed in an hour. Another time it was the Carbon Z Cub SS 2.1m and I kept flying for 5 more minutes. It still had a scratch on the inboard portion of the leading edge of the wing.

Thanks!

AS3X and SAFE are built in on the AR631, but you have to turn it on.

You will have something SIMILAR on the RTF...the FMS RTF will have like the 850mm Ranger we recently reviewed, so you might check that video out.... BUT if you get the PNP, you can just order the AR631 or AR630. links in the video description for you

@@BrianPhillipsRC thanks so much. Ordering the receiver now. With a cheaper transmitter, is it just the flip of a switch to turn it on or does it need to be a specific setup?

I don't know. I hope they keep them around for special applications.

I'm not sure what you mean.

It is pretty good!!!

CONTINUED joy sticks down and to the center while moving the B switch back and forth 5 times??? Please Help Jeff

JM - This is a Plug and Play - not a Bind and Fly. This means you have to setup the plane from scratch...you setup all the settings you want and/or need. Who cares what the guys at the field say - they AREN'T the pilot - you ARE ;) Okay, as for settings. I have to tell you - you're trying to do something that's very complicated for a brand new beginner, and I must say, you're doing like every other pilot (including me when I was newer) do, and overthinking this all. Firstly - You need two settings. Forget about "Experienced" Mode - you aren't - so don't set one up... Secondly - With all due respect, you're NOT following my instructions. You kinda just need to just do it my way, then play with it to meet your needs once you figure out what they are. I'm not "right" and not saying you're "wrong" - but you can probably admit, I know enough what I'm doing to help you along the way, and through this trial...so please do trust me. If you don't - just lie and say you do - LOL - I won't be there to confirm one way or the other ;) As for settings...what you need is to keep it simple. Get the controls working the RIGHT DIRECTION - this is the most important part. THEN, and only then, get your AS3X setup (the stabilization), and then setup SAFE (auto-leveling) - DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT MAKING AN "EXPERIENCED" SETTING - you aren't. Forget about it. You will have destroyed this plane 50 or more times by the time you're ready for plane number 2, so don't even worry about "Experienced" mode...you don't need it and won't use it. The guys at your field can fly a plane with a stabilizer - I don't care what they say. Now, with SAFE, you'll have a lotta guys who will HATE that, and I get that part...but they CAN and do fly planes with stabilizers just the same as without. Also, to be fair, I setup a bunch of unnecessary stuff on this plane, and it was done to help show what you COULD do...but to be honest, just don't do flapperons at all...just make her fly, then later you can install flaps in you want. There's a reason we don't generally recommend PNP planes for inexperienced pilots, and your case is the reason why. Better to get a BNF and just enjoy it, flying the wings off it before you try to setup a plane yourself. BUT, here we are - so you can get it figured out. Please, setup the switches the way you must, but don't deviate from my suggestions for no reason, then ask for my help to do so...if you like it another way, by all means, do it your way, but then you'll have to muddle through the work to figure it out. This process is tedious and can be downright frustrating, but you CAN and should do it. Part of getting the most out of this beloved hobby is to tinker with stuff, and make it work for YOU...not Brian Phillips ;) Good luck! You got this. When you see things work the first time, you'll be really happy, but to be honest, you might need to just do it 100% the way I did it, then play with it from there.

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thanks Brian for everything suggested, 2 settings it will be. As for what I select PNP versus BNF, at the time didn't understand what to choose and had no one to advise. LOL Now I've Sorta figured out the functions of the SA3X is for normal flying, (Or Experienced) to do loops and such, and the Safe mode is for less drastic control movements and to help get you out of trouble... Just a note When I did follow you the first time with the same switch, the AS3X was acting just like Safe mode when I turned it up side down, no matter which switch was selected... That's when I decided to see some of the Horizon specific videos, about setting up the AR637T receiver. Causing a few more issues... The 2nd Time I had the AS3X and Safe Listed but they where both working like they where in the SA3X mode, and would't go into Safe, Sorta like yours did in your video... Oh just so you know, per you instructions, by pausing and starting, going back and forth and reviewing 2:21 minutes section when you where having trouble dealing with ASL3X and Safe mode, LOL. All the controls where working perfectly. I had the audio all set per your instruction, Made corrections for fixing reverse settings, Even have the flaparons working perfectly, switch set for normal flight, partial flaps and full flaps, so no worries there! So I can just fly in the no flaps setting as you advise and not tell anyone at the field about those features. I am definantly going to start, like it's the first time programing the SA3X and Safe. Watching your video again...step by step, inch by inch... LOL Sooooo As I was getting ready to start over, I turned everything on, I found the throttle control, moved to the right stick after it was working perfectly last evening? Not sure why or what I did to make that happen? Or how to fix... Also What do you turn on First, Transmitter or Receiver. How do you get the receiver to start flashing again if it was bound already and there's a stead light? I know I had one more question but for the life of me, can't remember... Oh by the way your camera crew is amazing, I went to a fly in at our local field and it was extremely hard and a challenge to keep the planes in view when recording video of them flying... Thanks again With all my trust, Jef

I felt that it needed back from the reported location a bit...1/4" or so...BUT it'll get more pitchy when you move back the CG, as you probably already know.

I'm on the fence...pants are nice till you need them off ;)

Tough call....Both are great, but if you want flaps and SAFE right away, Valiant might be the better option... Valiant bit.ly/3rUTtsn VS Ranger 850/1220mm bit.ly/3E6cVIQ AR631 bit.ly/3pYNC3c Emax Servos amzn.to/2KNstdw

I removed your duplicate comment - just wanted you to know I wasn't upset or something weird...I just happened onto the same comment twice ;)

NICE! Thanks I knew someone would share the correct model

Thanks for the support Jethro! I'm a bit confused though on your request though, since we cover exactly what you requested it in THIS video. We setup this plane with AR631 and NX8. You can go with or without FLAPPERONS, FYI. Did you just not see that part yet?

Thanks, and yeah, this plane would make a great trainer!

I don't have a current count, but about 200 or so, I would guess...not all are big...some are small.

@@BrianPhillipsRC wow man. thats alot, I have is the sport cub s2 and the carbon z cub SS 2.1m being my biggest, best and most expensive. I actually watched your whole video on how to assemble it. how much money do you think you have invested into rc planes already? thanks man. love from Toronto, Canada.

Thanks ;)

GOOD LUCK! Let her calm down so you don't flop her into a tree or something similar ;)

It is, as you said, but I have a list of beginner planes I might have you look over too... Similar in performance, but get the RTF (Ready to Fly) and then make sure you like it before going nuts on crazy expensive accessories. If and when you're RE-HOOKED, you can come back for the "next" step ;) Description | Purchase | Videos Habu STS 70mm RTF - bit.ly/38Kilv1 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5fYbIobNAtMUz2EoT7FGLl Apprentice 1.5m RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4LA2ldEUZQMVWkJpCslxRc Carbon Cub S2 1.3m RTF bit.ly/3bS2r3O - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4Y9gQ5S22B_3SXmtqylcmM T-28 Trojan 1.1m bit.ly/3eOh9Lk - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc6-_gHuXM6a1Nf_2nRxrmlc Apprentice 1.2m RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc43Qw4KNOOfzt14n6ZBo3LS Sport Cub S2 UMX bit.ly/3cDYUW1 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5gY8qX_x8kAJq3glGMXjDy AeroScout 1.1m - bit.ly/30MNn1c - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vfZZQXx7jU4.html Trekker 1.2 RTF bit.ly/34jhgLZ | PNP bit.ly/35xOPu8 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc7b7RhCrnT4x4AYrqRVhFHf Bigfoot 1.3m RTF - bit.ly/30mYdOq - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc7elVLLXihkLRs_J4QQ0Hm- Pioneer 620mm RTF - bit.ly/2YotgbY - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5DZarP-qgPO3IEliNvnPuP Prodigy 1.4m RTF - bit.ly/37zJxzt - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4_0cKHioZSQLqFkVdjj7mh

Thanks, and the ugly nose gear sure earned it's keep, didn't it?!??!

I agree that the pricing for Rx'es is a non-starter for many, and agree the planes make better sense. I ALSO agree that price hikes are a lot easier to swallow on products that HAD been around for some time, not NEW products that just got released very recently....BUT....everything is going up....EVERYTHING....I want to say more, but I can't yet ;) New fun stuff coming, and hopefully some announcements coming soon ;)

So glad we can help you out! Thanks for the words of encouragement. Just had to deal with a super-Karen, and that can suck the life right out you...

If the servos were all programmed to go the same direction, and the gains were all setup the same, YES... I've done it, but it's not always that clean. If you're gonna do it with an AR637TA or an AR631 - you can either update the firmware, and then FACTORY RESET the unit, and then you can go step by step through the setup. If it's an AR636B then you'll be hard pressed to get it done without issues. We HAVE done this and HAVE covered how to do it. I'll try to remember... Here's a RECENT example of doing it with an old AR636 - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-soCTRRBXeHY.html Here's how to FACTORY RESET the receiver - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QL-Nb3BfWcE.html Good luck Timmy!

LOL - Send it!!! Nice ;) It would look like a firework, but that would be fun ;)

As a rule, the print is readable while you are in front of the plane, and while installing it - the print will face YOU (exception...sometimes on pusher prop designs, vs this, a TRACTOR (think pull) design). Also, you can spin it and see what direction the prop will "CUT" the air. If you have it the wrong way, the prop will SOUND strange too.

yes! I've done some boxes that slide into planes, and usually works pretty good, but a block would work well too...just have to be careful to leave enough room for airflow.

It sure is!

LOL - That panic switch was a pain, since it was our first time setting it up, BUT it worked well!

Thanks Ray!

Answer: “Kv” refers to the constant velocity of a motor (not to be confused with “kV,” the abbreviation for kilovolt). It is measured by the number of revolutions per minute (rpm) that a motor turns when 1V (one volt) is applied with no load attached to that motor. (sorry, Google took this one right out of my mouth...and I accidentally misrepresent this as Kilivolt all the time!!!) So 2200 revolutions X voltage of pack (3S = 4.2VDC X 3 Cells in Series = 12.6 VDC X 2200 rpm = 27,720 rpm with NO LOAD) BUT that still doesn't say if it's BETTER or not. It has to do with the match for the prop size, pitch, current drawn, and a variety of other factors.

Best options from my relationships... Horizon Hobby bit.ly/38ZFade Bitgo Hobby bit.ly/3kfe45L I've worked with others, but don't right now. I don't want to steer people into another site for fixed wing much. Not trying to beat up any other sites or companies, but these are the ones that work closely with us, and we want to promote them...they will take care of customers.

Got em now ;) We have footage of it, if you're interested!

@@BrianPhillipsRC oh yes. . . .always!!!1👍😎

Yeah, this is the video...we setup SAFE (for your son) and AS3X (advanced for you) and we also setup PANIC on this one...something we don't often do...and it's really NOT necessary...just flip back to SAFE for the Panic feature ;)

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thank for the reply Brian. I was not familiar with the AS3X and if I was going to be fighting its corrections when I was flying trying to do more advanced maneuvers. Been out of the hobby for 12yrs so trying not to turn this into a pile of foam on the first flight :)

LOL - true! I try to be disciplined when it comes to throttle management, after all, it's just another control surface ;)

I think the better question would be Mini Apprentice VS Ranger The 1.1m AeroScout is a very different animal...but VERY Good too. If you want a more realistic look, go for the Ranger or Mini Apprentice. AeroScout bit.ly/30MNn1c Apprentice bit.ly/2OIjVHd Ranger 850/1220mm bit.ly/3E6cVIQ + AR631 bit.ly/3pYNC3c

I'm sorry, I don't understand your comment.

NICE! Did you use one servo or two?

@@BrianPhillipsRC 2 servos with 3 position switch on radio..

In no particular order... 1) Throttle 2) Rudder 3) Ailerons 4) Elevator 5) We added flapperons Did you get the RTF? That would be a 4CH

It is ready to fly. Also got the fms sky trainer 182 1400mm rtf with flaps cant figure out wiring. Instructions make no sense.?

I want it, but we don't have that one yet.

They might fit in there fine.

@@BrianPhillipsRC awesome thank you! I watched 7 of ur videos today! I’m so excited for my 1220mm ! My first professional plane other than cheap Walmart stuff

I agree Bill. The ugly, but effective nose wheel would bend easily in the grass too. As for the driveway, we sure did plan around flying from it. It's a nice crosswind for the other 1220 foot long "runway"...but we typically only use that longer runway when it's really necessary ;) LOL

@@BrianPhillipsRC I have ~ 500' of tar and chip road bordering the West side of my property but because it is not flat I've not given it much thought for being used as runway. As I think of it STOL planes could use it but then they'd also be able to handle the grass. Oh well, plenty of nice STOL and belly lander planes to choose from. [My Dad would say to me... "Son, you're crying with a loaf of bread under your arm."]

NICE!!!

Cool! 4S would be crazy!

LOL - Wonder if our boxes were box brothers ;) LOL

@@BrianPhillipsRC haha i hopoe not my plane already met its end sadly it turns out they dont like trees

Thank you! Will do!

Depends on your taste in planes and goals. Some people will want this one in stead of the Carbon Cub S2, but I think you're setting up for success well. Soon you'll be picking whatever plane you want!!!

It WILL fit, but I think you'll find that the CG will be tough to achieve with the 2200mah 3s...BUT I haven't tried it. I get about 13 minutes on the 1300mAh, so that's plenty of flight time in my world ;) P.S. We have some footage coming on the Ranger 1220mm - I added Flaps and Crow to it....bet you'll enjoy it. Coming REAL soon - hope you'll check it out!

I want to do it, and will reach out to my contacts to get one coming, if possible.

It is both - blessing and a curse - LOL ;) Thanks

;)

Not at the moment.

I'm not familiar, but I'll check it out!

Nice! My dad was looking at one for about 5 minutes once ;) I can't remember why he passed on it...

Thanks! We have a lot of folks over in Australia and NZ, and I WISH I could help get the supply chain to be more "free flowing" over to those two big islands ;) I understand the planes are CRAZY expensive...

For sure, and thank you - she is GOOD!

Totally is, and does ;) Thanks!

Not a bad thought ;)

It's GOOD!

AWESOMENESS! So glad you got it sorted out Jeff! As you progress into more planes, you'll keep using and building on these skills you're learning, so don't get too discouraged when things don't work the first time - I can say from personal experience, I've had to beat my head against the wall many-a-times to figure out where I was goofing up...and not just with Spektrum Transmitters ;) LOL Good luck Jeff!

@@BrianPhillipsRC Any thoughts on the Green Warning Screen that seems to keep Popping up in the middle of programing the transmitter??? Thanks Again Jeff

Totally agree

@@BrianPhillipsRC Dude get some sleep. I appreciate all you do. God bless.

Me too. I was on the fence, then I saw it in the air - WOW!

More complicated that what?

Thank you GBro!

Sadly No...😔

negative ;(

LOL - Might get me killed in my sleep, but we can look into it ;)

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Oh well, next time ;)

Similar, in deed ;)

Thanks Keith!

No, the BEC is 5 or 5.5VDC...NOT the ESC itself.... The ESC does two things...it runs the Motor of the plane, but it also provided BEC (battery eliminator circuit) for the receiver and servos. Usually in this size class, you're looking at 5V at about 3Amps...but if you get a GOOD one it'll be 5.5V at 5Amps...

@@BrianPhillipsRC Ah, I see now! Thanks so much for the reply.

COOL! I need to figure out how to add my own audio events - this could be very fun!