Century NEO 720 User manual

Brand: Century

Model: NEO 720

Category: Toys & accessories

Type: User manual

Century NEO 720 is a precision machine designed to avoid accidents if assembled and set up properly. It has unmatched stability and lifting capabilities thanks to its advanced design and the possibility of running on blade sizes from 10” to 12” propellers. It is user’s responsibility to operate NEO 720 in a safe manner, since it is capable of inflicting serious injuries if operated carelessly.

Before operating NEO 720, it is crucial to follow the Flight Checklist and General Guidelines provided in the manual.

Version 1.10

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NEO 720

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INTRODUCTION

Thank You

Warning!

Flight Checklist

General Guidelines

Pre-Assembly Information

Thank you for purchasing the all new NEO 720 class of multi-rotor aircraft. By incorporating the latest designs and the possibilty of run-

ning on blade sizes from 10” to 12” propellers, the lifting capabilities and stability of the NEO 720 is unmatched.

This R/C Multi Rotor is not a toy! It is a precision machine requiring proper assembly and setup to avoid accidents. It is the responsibil-

ity of the owner to operate this product in a safe manner as it can inflict serious injury otherwise. It is important for the user/pilot to be

responsible for the damage the model is capable of inflicting on one’s self and others around the model during its operation. Century

Helicopter Products, affiliated individuals, and shops/sellers hold no accountability for the operation or use of this model. It is recom-

mended that if you are in doubt of your abilities; seek assistance from experienced radio control modelers and associations. Although the

mult-rotor is considered small in size, you must be very cautious during the operation of the model as serious damage, injury, or death

can occur.

Apply thread lock to all metal to metal thread contact points. Do not apply CA (cyanoacrylate) glue or thread lock to ny-lock nuts (metal

nuts with plastic inserts). Diagrams indicated by bounding boxes for screws, bearings, etc. are illustrated at a 1-to-1 ratio. All other il-

lustrations are not drawn to scale. Throughout this manula, you will find building tips. Please follow the tips and use common sense when

building.

Upon opening the kit, all the major component parts are bagged for ease of assembly which correspond to the sections of the manual.

Various assemblies have been pre-assembled however, only as a reference assembly. Final assembly is up to the user. Installation onto

the particular parts, screws and nuts required for each step are packaged in the same bag as the parts. Be careful when opening each

bag as not to lose any hardware. Care has been taken in filling and packing of each bag however mistakes do happen. If there is a parts

shortage or missing hardware, please contact us directly or contact your place of purchase.

Century Helicopter Products

1740-C Junction Ave.

San Jose, CA. 95112

U.S.A.

www.centuryheli.com

Make sure your transmitter battery is fully charged.

Turn on the transmitter FIRST prior to turning on anything else on the model.

Inspect all parts before each flight to ensure no damage has occurred.

Check all nuts, bolts, and screws to be sure they are securely fastened.

Verify all parts are installed correctly and in proper working condition.

Make sure you have control of the model prior to engaging the motor or engine.

Allow all the components to initialize and test all controls.

Fly the model and be sure the model is capable of a proper hover prior to performing aerobatics.

Land the model and shut off the motor or engine.

Turn off or unplug any battery(ies) on the model BEFORE turning off your transmitter.

NEO 720

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AMA RULES & REGULATIONS

1. Model aircraft will not be flown:

(a) In a careless or reckless manner.

(b) At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited.

2. Model aircraft pilots will:

(a) Yield the right of way to all man carrying aircraft.

(b) See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when appropriate. (AMA Document #540-D-See and Avoid Guidance.)

(c) Not fly higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level within three (3) miles of an airport, without notifying the airport

operator.

(d) Not interfere with operations and traffic patterns at any airport, heliport or seaplane base except where there is a mixed use

agreement.

(e) Not exceed a takeoff weight, including fuel, of 55 pounds unless in compliance with the AMA Large Model Aircraft program. (AMA

Document 520-A)

(f) Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and address or AMA number of the owner on the inside or affixed to the outside of

the model aircraft. (This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors).

(g) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts except for helicopters operated under the provisions of

AMA Document #555.

(h) Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while using any drug which could adversely affect the pilot’s ability

to safely control the model.

(i) Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode or burn, or any device which propels a projectile or drops

any object that creates a hazard to persons or property.

3. Model aircraft will not be flown in AMA sanctioned events, air shows or model demonstrations unless:

(a) The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the

specific event.

(b) An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot.

4. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE

approved or comply with comparable standards.

Radio Control (RC)

1. All pilots shall avoid flying directly over unprotected people, vessels, vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and

property of others.

2. A successful radio equipment ground-range check in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations will be completed before

the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft.

3. At all flying sites a safety line(s) must be established in front of which all flying takes place (AMA Document #706-Recommended

Field Layout):

(a) Only personnel associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the safety line.

(b) At air shows or demonstrations, a straight safety line must be established.

(d) Intentional flying behind the safety line is prohibited.

4. RC model aircraft must use the radio-control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Only

individuals properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.

5. RC model aircraft will not operate within three (3) miles of any pre-existing flying site without a frequency-management agreement

(AMA Documents #922- Testing for RF Interference; #923- Frequency Management Agreement)

6. With the exception of events flown under official AMA Competition Regulations, excluding takeoff and landing, no powered model

may be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and the pilot’s helper(s) located at the flight line.

7. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft in flight while it is still under power, except to divert it

from striking an individual. This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors.

8. RC night flying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with a clear view of the model’s attitude and orientation at all times.

9. The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall:

(a) Maintain control during the entire flight, maintaining visual contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses pre-

scribed for the pilot.

(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person View (FPV) only in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document

#550.

Free Flight

1. Must be at least 100 feet downwind of spectators and automobile parking when the model aircraft is launched.

2. Launch area must be clear of all individuals except mechanics, officials, and other fliers.

3. An effective device will be used to extinguish any fuse on the model aircraft after the fuse has completed its function.

General

NEO 720

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ARM ASSEMBLY

(ARF Version Only)

CNM3x6BHCS

CNM3x30BHCS

19mm Pipe Plug(19mm 管塞)

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

马达

)

L=13mm Aluminum Tube Holder(13mm 铝管固定座)

)



Black Motor Mounting Plate(

黑色马达固定板

)

长黑色铝管)

长金色铝管)

Button Head Cap Screw( 圆头内六角螺丝)M3x30

CNM3x30BHCS

Button Head Cap Screw( 圆头内六角螺丝)M3x6

CNM3x6BHCS

CNMR6003

CNMR2814A

CNMR6001

HWC2006

寸螺旋桨

12-Inch Propeller(12

Century HWC 2814 Motor (X2212

CNMR6006B

CNMR6006G

20x300 Black Aluminum Tube(300mm

20x300 Golden Aluminum Tube(300mm

CNMR6006B/G

NEO 720

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ARM ASSEMBLY

CNM3x8BHCS

CNM3x30BHCS

CNM3x6BHCS

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

Button Head Cap Screw( 圆头内六角螺丝)M3x30

CNM3x30BHCS

Button Head Cap Screw( 圆头内六角螺丝)M3x8

CNM3x8BHCS

61mm Aluminum Post(61mm 铝柱)

Button Head Cap Screw( 圆头内六角螺丝)M3x6

CNM3x6BHCS

Upper Frame Plate( 机架上固定板)

Lower Frame Plate( 机架下固定板)

CNMR6010

CNMR6024B1

CNMR6008A1

铝管固定座)

Moveable Aluminum Tube Holder (22mm

NEO 720

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GPS SAVER

CNM3x8

M3x8 Nylon Screws(3x8 尼龙螺丝)

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

GPS Protection Board(GPS保护板)

GPS Saver Plate (GPS固定板)

L=15mm Hexagon Nylon Post(15mm 长六角尼龙柱)

CNMR6010

NEO 720

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DISTRIBUTION BOARD ASSEMBLY

Solder the ESC’s as shown to the distribution board included with your

NEO multirotor. Make sure the Positive (Red +) wire and the Negative

(Black -) are correctly connected.

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

Power Cord(电源线)

稳压器指示灯线) Not Included

Not Included

CNMR6012

HWC 30A Multi Rotor ESC (HWC 30A

调速器)

CNE430M

Power Distribution Board (分电板)

(Optional item)

PMU/BEC Lead (

CNM3x6BHCS

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

CNMR6012

Power Distribution Board (分电板)

Button Head Cap Screw( 圆头内六角螺丝)M3x6

CNM3x6BHCS

NEO 720

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LANDING GEAR ASSEMBLY

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

铝管 )

Lower Right T Joint (右下脚架)

CNMR6015

Cross Boom Holder( 脚架固定座)

CNM3x10ST

CNMR6015

Landing Gear Cross Boom 265mm ( 265mm管)

CNMR6017

Upper Right T Joint (右上脚架)

Set Screw(无头内六角螺丝)M3x4

CNM3x4SS

Upper Left T Joint (左上脚架)

Self-tapping screws ( 自攻螺丝)

Lower Left T Joint (左下脚架)

CNMR6015

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

Landing Skid End (铝脚架管塞)

Set Screw(无头内六角螺丝)M3x4

CNM3x4SS

295mm Aluminum Skid (295mm 脚架铝管)

CNMR6020

CNM3x4SS

CNMR6016B

CNMR6017A

CNMR6020

Aluminum Strut 200 mm (200mm

NEO 720

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LANDING GEAR AND ELECTRONICS

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

主控器)

8 ch Receiver 2.4G (Optional)

BEC & LED Indicator (Optional)

CNE430M

Multi Rotor Speed Control ( 马达调速器)

(Optional item)

(ARF Version Only)

No.

Description

Qty

Part #

Self-tapping Screw (脸捣 )

CNM3X8ST

GPS Module (Optional)

Multi-Rotor Controller (Optional)(

NEO 720

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BUILD PHOTOS

Assemble the lower frame plate and aluminum

threaded arm mounts.

Install the distributing panel hex posts on the

UPPER frame plate. NOTE: lower frame plate

shown.

Select type of battery connector (not includ

ed) and solder all ESC and DJI BEC/PMU on

power distribution panel.

It is optional to add a disconnect for the BEC/

PMU for quick removal from the power distri

bution panel. Photo shows a completed power

distribution board.

Assemble the arms as shown on page 4.

Install the power distribution board in between

the lower frame plate and the upper frame

plate.

Install the multi-rotor controller on the lower

frame plate as shown.

Insert plastic “T” joints over the aluminum landing

gear tubes and use the set screws and self tap-

ing screws to lock together.

Make two sets of gear assemblies to complete

the landing gear.

Take a moment to get an understanding of which wires relates to which connectors and take the lower

frame plate and lay it out.

10 11

NEO 720

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BUILD PHOTOS

Assemble the GPS saver cage together,

and install on top of the upper frame plate.

(Panel distribution board which should be at-

tached to the upper frame plate at this time

not shown).

Attach the upper frame plate along with “GPS

SAVER” to the lower frame assembly.

The 1/4” camera mount holes indicates the front

of the NEO Multi-Rotor.

12 13 14

Congratulations on finishing the build of the NEO Multi-Rotor. Please follow your instruction manuals on set-

ting up your transmitter and electronics.

1740-C Junction Ave.

San Jose, CA. 95112

U.S.A.

www.centuryheli.com

Century NEO 720 User manual

Brand: Century

Model: NEO 720

Category: Toys & accessories

Type: User manual

Before operating NEO 720, it is crucial to follow the Flight Checklist and General Guidelines provided in the manual.

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