Ares Gamma Pro V2 User manual
Wingspan 37.00 in. (940mm)
Wing Chord 7.50 in. (190.5mm)
Wing Area 254 sq. in.
Length 30.6 in (775mm)
Flying Weight 18 oz. (510 grams)
Baery 3S 1000mAh w/HCT
Motor 1250Kv Brushless
ESC 20A Brushless w/BEC
Prop 8 x 4
Instruction Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Offering a perfect combination of stability and durability, while also delivering powerful ight
performance, the Ares Gamma Pro V2 is not only a great choice for rst-time pilots but also an
exceptional model for experienced sport yers, too. Like the popular Gamma 370 V2, the Pro starts
with an advanced EPO airframe that’s lightweight, tough, and comes practically ready to y, right out
of the box. The Gamma Pro V2 also has the same great ying characteristics of the Gamma 370 V2,
but adds aileron control and brushless power. With these added features, the Gamma Pro V2 has
the capability to take you from tentative rst circuits to accomplished aerobatics.
If you want to learn to y on the Gamma Pro V2, the technology in the pre-installed Aegis NFP
(Natural Flight Progression) system gives you the helping hand you need to be successful. It offers
three different ying modes (Beginner, Intermediate, and Unassisted) you can progress through
as your ying skills advance. In Beginner mode, the bank angle is restricted to help you make
coordinated turns, while Intermediate mode allows a greater bank angle and introduces you to how
the rudder can help with handling. If you feel you’ve lost control of the plane in either mode, just
let go of the sticks and it quickly returns to level ight. Plus, when you’re ready to y in Unassisted
mode and branch into aerobatics, the technology is still there to “rescue” the model if you get into
trouble – just ip the NFP switch to Beginner or Intermediate and you’re back in controlled level
ight. The NFP system in the Pro V2 even helps you show off to your ying buddies when you use
the Auto-Roll and Stabilized Inverted-Flight features. And for even more ying fun, just add one of
the aftermarket ‘plug-in’ options for the Gamma Pro V2; either a oat kit that enables the Pro V2 to
quickly and easily be converted into a powerful seaplane, or a HD camera (AZSZ2544) that allows
you to take aerial photos and videos from the plane.
In addition to that great list of features, the Gamma Pro V2 incorporates the reliable new Hitec Red
2.4GHz radio protocol that’s compatible with most Hitec systems already on the market. The Gamma
V2 can be purchased in two convenient forms, both incorporating the Hitec Red protocol: either
Ready-To-Fly (including a Hitec Red-enabled transmitter and receiver) or Pair-To-Fly (packaged with
a Hitec Red receiver that’s compatible with your existing Hitec air transmitter).
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS .....................................................................................................................2
INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................................2
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ..............................................................................................................3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................................................3
GAMMA PRO V2 RTF CONTENTS ..................................................................................................4
REQUIRED TO COMPLETE PTF .....................................................................................................4
LiPo BATTERY WARNING ................................................................................................................5
LiPo BATTERY CHARGING ..............................................................................................................6
AIRPLANE ASSEMBLY .....................................................................................................................7
INSTALLING FLIGHT BATTERY .......................................................................................................9
FLIGHT CONTROLS .......................................................................................................................10
NFP SETUP .................................................................................................................................... 11
ESC (ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL) .......................................................................................12
TRANSMITTER DETAILS ...............................................................................................................12
FIRST FLIGHT CHECKLIST ...........................................................................................................13
CENTER OF GRAVITY ...................................................................................................................13
FLYING ............................................................................................................................................13
GAMMA PRO V2 REPLACEMENT PARTS ....................................................................................14
WARRANTY ....................................................................................................................................15
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the following instruction can result
in damage and/or personal injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) airplane/helicopter/quadcopter is not a toy!
If misused it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property.
Keep items that could become entangled 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 is
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.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• 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. not specically
designed and protected for use in water.
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
FCC INFORMATION
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Item Descripon
Not Available Separately .........Gamma Pro V2 RTF Airframe
KNNA1003 ........................6-Channel Airplane Transmier w/NFP, 2.4GHz, Mode 2
Not Available Separately ..........AA Baeries (8pcs)
AZSB10003S20D.......................1000mAh 3-Cell/2S 11.1V 20C LiPo Baery, T-Connector
AZSC308C .................................3-Cell/3S 11.1V LiPo, 0.8 DC Balancing Charger
AZSC1308PS ..............................100-120V AC to 13V DC Adapter, 0.8A Power Supply
GAMMA PRO V2 RTF CONTENTS
Gamma PRO V2 PTF CONTENTS
Item Descripon
Not Available Separately .........Gamma Pro V2 PTF Airframe W/Hitec Red Receiver
REQUIRED TO COMPLETE PTF
Item Descripon
Hitec 2.4GHz Transmier ....... 6 channel minimum
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LiPo BATTERY WARNING
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 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 baery in a safe area away from
ammable materials.
NEVER charge the LiPo baery unaended at any me. When
charging the baery you should A LWAY S remain in constant
observaon to monitor the charging process and react immediately
to any potenal problems that may occur.
Aer ying/discharging the baery you must allow it to cool to
ambient/room temperature before recharging.
To charge the LiPo baery you MUST use only the included 305C
balance charger or suitable LiPo baery 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 me during the charge or discharge process the baery
begins to balloon or swell, disconnue charging or discharging
immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect the baery, then place
it in a safe, open area away from ammable materials to observe
for at least 15 minutes. Connuing to charge or discharge a baery
that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a re. A baery that
has ballooned or swollen even a small amount must be removed
from service completely.
Store the baery at room temperature, approximately 68–77°
Fahrenheit (F), and in a dry area for best results.
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When transporng or temporarily storing the baery, the
temperature range should be from approximately 40–100°F. Do not
store the baery or model in a hot garage, car or direct sunlight
whenever possible. Ifstoredinahotgarageorcarthebaerycan
bedamagedorevencatchre!
Do not over-discharge the LiPo baery. Discharging the LiPo baery
too low can cause damage to the baery resulng in reduced
power, ight duraon or failure of the baery enrely.
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LiPo cells should not be discharged to below 3.0V each under load.
In the case of the 3-Cell/2S 11.1V LiPo baery used to power the
Gamma Pro V2, you will not want to allow the baery to fall below
9.0V during ight.
The electronic speed control (ESC) has low voltage cuto (LVC)
protecon. When the ight baery voltage drops below a set point
the throle gradually is reduced. At this point the airplane will need
to be landed and the baery recharged.
LiPo BATTERY CHARGING
PLACE THE 308C CHARGER ON A FLAT, SMOOTH AND HEAT-RESISTANT SURFACE.
It’s important that air is able to circulate through the charger during the charging process in order to
keep it from over-heating. It’s especially important that the vent openings on the
bottom and sides of the charger are not blocked. DO NOT place the charger on carpeted or other
similar surfaces that may block the vent openings. Also, DO NOT place the charger in direct sunlight
before, during or after use.
It will take approximately 1 to 1-1/2 hours to fully charge a mostly discharged ight battery.
For faster charging see the Radient Ascend AC-DC charger available at your local Hobby Town store.
Plug power supply into 308C charger. Plug
power supply into main AC power.
Maintain correct polarity when plugging in
4-pin balance connector.
Plug 4-pin balance connector of ight
battery into 308C charger.
Both red and green LED’s will light during
charge. Only green LED will remain lit
when charge is complete.
Important Charging Notes
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AIRPLANE ASSEMBLY
Assemble the vertical tail to the horizontal
tail.
Place the tail assembly into position on the
fuselage.
Insert the two 5/16” (8mm) long screws
from the tail screw bag into the holes on
fuselage bottom and tighten.
Connect the plastic clevis to the rudder
control horn in the outermost hole and
snap closed. Repeat for elevator clevis.
Photo shows clevis connected to the eleva-
tor control horn in the outermost hole. The
clevis keeper is in correct position.
Install the tail wheel bracket with two small
screws.
Slip plastic clevis keeper onto clevis. This
is to prohibit the clevis from popping open
during ight.
Photo shows clevis connected to the rud-
der control horn in the outermost hole. The
clevis keeper is in correct position.
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Locate the landing gear assembly and
insert into slot at the rear of the battery box.
Locate the main wing halves.
Peel the backing from the double stick tape
on the plastic reinforcements.
Locate the LED wiring Y-connector and plug
in the wing LEDs, making sure to maintain
correct orientation of the plugs.
Using two washer head screws, secure the
landing gear to the fuselage.
Slide the two halves partially together.
Make sure that the LED and servo wires
are not pinched between the wing halves.
Slide the wing halves completely together
and press the plastic parts rmly to the wing
surface.
Plug the aileron into the aileron channel
on the NFP board. Tuck the wires into the
fuselage while tting the wing into position.
See page 11 for NFP
Board Layout and
Orientation
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Install 4 of the rubber bands to secure the
wing as shown in the photo above.
Slip collet adapter onto motor shaft followed
by spinner backplate,propeller and prop nut.
Tighten nut and install spinner nose piece.
The photo above shows the correct order
of installation for the propeller. Install collet
back plate on collet adapter.
Completed installation should look like
photo above.
NOTE: DO NOT install prop until after
initial aircraft setup and testing.
INSTALLING FLIGHT BATTERY
The included 1000mAh 3-cell 11.1V LiPo battery
is a perfect t for the battery box located on the
bottom of the fuselage. The ight battery installs
w i t h t h e b a s e o f t h e b a t t e r y f a c i n g f o r w a r d .
Plug the balance connector wires into the LED
Y-connector to light the LEDs. Plug the female
HCT connector from the ight battery into the
male HCT connector from the ESC. Once
correctly plugged in, the wires can be tucked into
the battery box and the battery hatch door can be
re-installed and snapped into place. The servos
are active at this point and the motor is armed.
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FLIGHT CONTROLS
Before your rst ight it is important to mechanically center all your control surfaces to their neutral
positions. This is done with the NFP switched OFF. Turn the transmitter ON with the throttle stick
in the lowest (OFF) position and the NFP switch in the OFF (away) position.Plug in the ight
battery. This will initialize the servos and arm the motor. Center the 4 trim sliders, they emit a
longer beep when reaching the center position. The control surfaces for the aileron, elevator and
rudder should be in their neutral position and not deected in any direction. If they are not in their
neutral position you will need to adjust the length of the pushrod by screwing the clevis in or out.
To open, gently pry the clevis arms apart using a at blade screwdriver. Disengage the clevis from
the control horn and screw in or out as appropriate so that when re-attached to the control horn
the control surface is in its neutral position. When satised that they are correct, snap the clevis’s
shut and slide the clevis keepers back into position to keep them secure. When the mechanical
centering is complete it will be necessary to check the centering and movement of the control
surfaces when the NFP (Natural Flight Progression) is switched ON. This is covered in the next
section.
Center all on the trim sliders on the
transmitter to their neutral positions and
lower the throttle stick to off.
Check that the control surface movement is
in the correct direction. When the elevator
stick is down the elevator moves up. When
the elevator stick is moved up, the elevator
moves down.
Adjust the clevis in or out by screwing until
the control surface is at neutral when clevis
is attached.
When the rudder stick is moved to the right,
the rudder moves to the right. When the
rudder stick is moved left the rudder moves
left.
When the aileron stick is moved to the
right, the right aileron moves up while the
left one moves down. When the aileron
stick is moved to the left, the left aileron
moves up while the right one moves down.
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