Ares Alara Manual
Owner’s Manual &
Technical Information (RTF)
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Specication
Wingspan:..................... 54in. (1380mm)
Wing Chord: .................. 7.9in. (200mm)
Wing area:..................... 512sq.in (3,361sq.cm)
Fuselage length:........... 36in. (920mm)
All-up weight: ................ 24oz (620g)
Battery: ......................... 3S 11.1V 1500mAh LiPo
Motor:............................ 4200kV brushless
ESC:............................... 20A brushless
Propeller:....................... 6-blade
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................ 4
Safety precautions ..................................................................... 4
FCC information.......................................................................... 5
LiPo battery warnings ................................................................ 5
Contents ..................................................................................... 6
Required to complete................................................................. 7
Transmitter details ..................................................................... 7
Transmitter functionality............................................................ 8
Charging the supplied LiPo battery........................................... 9
Final assembly ......................................................................... 10
Flying your Alara .......................................................................15
Transmitter pairing................................................................... 16
Replacement parts .................................................................. 17
Warranty, support and service UK ..........................................18
IMPORTANT! This radio control model is not a toy. It must be operated and
own according to these instructions and may cause serious injury to persons
or damage to property if not used responsibly or if operated without due
caution. Unsuitable for children under 14 years of age.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ares Alara. As an aspiring R/C pilot, you need
an airplane that checks off a number of crucial boxes. You need it to be easy
to y and forgiving of basic errors. You’ll want it to be tough, able to withstand
some punishment, and you’ll demand solid everyday reliability. In addition, a
good ight duration, speedy assembly, convenient transport and easy storage
will be high on your list. To coin a phrase, a ‘beginner friendly’ airplane is
what you’re looking for, and the Ares Alara is the perfect choice.
Supplied 100% factory-assembled, the Alara’s advanced EPO airframe is
both strong and light, while the rear-mounted motor protects the power
system from inevitable heavy landings. Offering superb low-speed handling
characteristics and a benign stall, this is an airplane that’s been designed to
look after you, give you time to react, and learn at a comfortable pace.
Technically advanced, the Alara incorporates a Hitec Red 2.4GHz radio
system that’s compatible with all current 2.4GHz Hitec aircraft transmitters.
Moreover, to suit your needs, two convenient versions of the model are
available, both incorporating Hitec Red protocol: choose either Ready-To-
Fly (including a Hitec Red-enabled transmitter and receiver) or Pair-To-Fly
(supplied with a Hitec Red receiver that’s compatible with your existing Hitec
transmitter). Every Alara comes with a powerful factory-installed motor and
ESC, a quiet and efcient 6-blade propeller, quality servos, a 1500mAh 3S
Li-Po battery, plus a DC balancing charger and AC adapter.
So, for rst-time yers looking to get started, the Alara is the perfect choice.
Sport yers, meanwhile, will appreciate its gentle, glider-like characteristics
and basic aerobatic ability.
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 modications 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.
The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the
noted certications for this product as authorized for sale and use: USA, UK,
AU and EU
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Safety Precautions
Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the
following instructions can result in damage and / or personal injury. A Radio
Controlled (RC) airplane is not a toy! If misused it can cause serious bodily
harm and damage to property.
Keep items that could become entangled in the propeller away from the
propeller, including loose clothing, tools, etc. Be especially sure to keep your
hands, face and other parts of your body away from the propeller.
As the user of this product you are solely and wholly responsible for operating
it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in
damage to the product or the property of others.
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to possible
interference from a variety of sources outside your control. This interference
can cause momentary loss of control so it’s advisable to always keep a safe
distance from objects and people in all directions around your model as this
will help to avoid collisions and / or injury.
• Never operate your model if the voltage of the batteries in the transmitter
is too low.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from obstacles, people,
vehicles, buildings, etc.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.).
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and all electronic components out of the
reach of children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronic components. Avoid water
exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. that are not specically
designed and protected for use in water.
LiPo Battery Warnings
IMPORTANT NOTE: Lithium Polymer batteries are signicantly more volatile
than the alkaline, NiCd or NiMH batteries also used in RC applications.
All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly to prevent property
damage and / or personal injury as the mishandling of LiPo batteries can
result in re. By handling, charging or using the included LiPo battery you
assume all risks associated with LiPo batteries. If you do not agree with these
conditions please return the complete product in new, unused condition to
the place of purchase immediately.
• You MUST charge the LiPo battery in a safe area away from ammable
materials.
• NEVER, at any time, leave the LiPo battery unattended when it’s being
charged.
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• When charging the battery you should ALWAYS remain in constant
observation to monitor the charging process and react immediately to
any potential problems that may occur.
• After ying / discharging the battery you must allow it to cool to ambient/
room temperature before recharging.
• To charge the LiPo battery you MUST use only the included charger.
Failure to do so may result in a re causing property damage and/or
personal injury. DO NOT use a NiCd or NiMH charger.
If at any time during the charge or discharge process the battery begins to
balloon or swell, discontinue charging or discharging immediately. Quickly
and safely disconnect the battery, then place it in a safe, open area away
from ammable materials to observe for at least 15 minutes. Continuing to
charge or discharge a battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in
a re. A battery that has ballooned or swollen, even a small amount, must be
removed from service completely.
For best results, store the battery at room temperature – approximately
68 – 77°Fahrenheit (F) – and in a dry area.
Contents
• 1x Alara RTF airframe, comprising fuselage assembly, wing panels (left
and right), horizontal stabiliser, n and carbon spar.
• 1x 4-channel Hitec Red enabled transmitter.
• 1x 3S 11.1V 1500mAh LiPo battery.
• 1x 12V DC 3S LiPo charger.
• 1x AC power adapter.
• 1x Hardware pack/screw pack.
• 1x 6-blade propeller and adapter.
• 1x Quick-start guide.
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Transmitter Details (Mode 2)
Throttle/
Rudder stick
Rudder trim lever
ON/OFF switch
Aileron trim
lever
Elevator/
Aileron stick
Elevator trim lever
Throttle trim
lever
LED indicators
Pair button
Elevator dual
rate switch Aileron dual rate
switch
Dual rate adjustment
potentiometers
Required To Complete
• 4 x AA alkaline cells for the transmitter
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Transmitter Functionality
1. Digital trims: Your Alara 4-channel transmitter has digital trims on all four
primary controls – aileron; elevator; rudder; throttle. Each movement of
the trim button is audibly highlighted by a single beep, whilst trim center is
highlighted by two beeps.
2. Servo reverse: The rotation direction of the servos can be individually
reversed in the following manner:
• Aileron – Push and hold the aileron trim button to the right while switching
ON the transmitter. Two beeps will immediately be heard indicating that the
travel direction of the aileron servo has been reversed.
• Elevator – Push and hold the elevator trim button forward while switching
ON the transmitter. Two beeps will immediately be heard indicating that the
travel direction of the elevator servo has been reversed.
• Rudder – Push and hold the rudder trim button to the right while switching
ON the transmitter. Two beeps will immediately be heard indicating that the
travel direction of the rudder servo has been reversed.
• Throttle – Push and hold the throttle trim button forward while switching
ON the transmitter. Two beeps will immediately be heard indicating that the
travel direction of the throttle servo has been reversed.
3. Dual rates: The rate function is a great beginner feature that’s used to
decrease the sensitivity of the aileron and elevator control surfaces by
reducing servo movement. The reduced rate setting can be switched on or
off using the two position aileron and elevator dual rate switches.
• Dual rate switch in the UP position = full rate and full servo movement
• Dual rate switch in the DOWN position = reduced rate / reduced servo
movement
UP
DOWN
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To adjust the rates insert a small at-bladed screwdriver into the appropriate
dual rate hole (on the facia of the transmitter) to engage with the underlying
potentiometer. Twist counterclockwise to reduce the rate and clockwise to
increase the rate.
Charge The Supplied Lipo Battery
Read and fully understand the section headed LI-PO BATTERY WARNINGS and
never leave Li-Po batteries unattended whilst charging.
• Plug the mains power adaptor into a wall socket and connect the charger
to the power adaptor using the circular DC socket. Note that the green LED
‘Power’ indicator on the charger will light.
• Place the charger on a at, heat resistant surface (not carpet) with a good
airow all around. Ensure the vent openings on the bottom and sides of the
charger are not blocked. Connect the supplied 3S 1500mAh Li-Po battery
to the charger using the white three pin balance plug, ensuring the correct
orientation of the plug. The red ‘Charger’ LED will light indicating that
the battery is charging. When fully charged the red LED will stop glowing,
whereupon the battery can be disconnected.
NOTE: It will take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours to fully charge a mostly
discharged 1500mAh Alara ight battery.
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Airframe Assembly
1. Slot the n and stabilizer together.
2. Position the n and stabilizer assembly in its molded recess at the tail
end of the fuselage.
3. Insert the two M3 x 40mm machine screws from the underside and
tighten until the tail assembly is securely xed.
4. Slide the carbon spar into the right-hand wing panel and push to the end
stop.
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