Interactive Toy AirRage MicroFighters Instruction Manual
Do not touch the running propeller!
Adult supervision is required!
1.Propeller
2.Horizontal tail
3. Wing
4.Charge port
5.ON/OFF Switch
AirRage Series and MicroFighters are registered
trademarks of Interactive Toy Concepts © 2009
All rights reserved. Manufactured by and distributed
by Interactive Toy Concepts Ltd.
MADE IN CHINA.
Please Note:
MicroFighters is an advanced aircraft
that uses sophisticated onboard technology
unlike any found in similar aircrafts. Even
experienced pilots should read the full contents
of this manual carefully to receive the
most from your flying experience.
Web site:
www.interactivetoy.com
PLEASE! DO NOT RETURN THIS
PLEASE! DO NOT RETURN THIS
PRODUCT TO ANY RETAIL STORE!
PRODUCT TO ANY RETAIL STORE!
PLEASE! DO NOT RETURN THIS
PRODUCT TO ANY RETAIL STORE!
For any questions or problems with this product please contact us at:
Email: info@interactivetoy.com
Phone: Outside North America: +1 416 444 6873
Inside North America: 1 866 214 2220
Address: Interactive Toy Concepts
1192 Martin Grove Road
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M9W 5M9
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not modify your MicroFighters! Do not point the antenna directly at the plane! Do not use in strong winds, use only in
VERY mild conditions! Do not use in rain, snow or around heavy debris! Do not use near electrical lines! Do not use around
smoke or flames! Do not use around water! Do not use around electricity! Do not use in crowded areas! Do not use around
air conditioning! Do not use around air vents! Do not use around ceiling fans! Do not use around large obstacles! Do not use
in very small spaces! Do be conscious of changes in your area! Any changes or modifications to this product are strictly
prohibited and will void product warranty. Keep moving propellers away from eyes, hands, hair and loose clothing. Always turn
off your MicroFighters and transmitter when not in use. Always remove batteries from transmitter during storage. Always place
transmitter with NEW alkaline batteries for optimal performance. Keep your Pilot’s manual in a safe place for future use. Only
use the provided charger included with the MicroFighters to charge the lithium polymer battery installed in the MicroFighters.
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION
Use only batteries recommended in this instruction manual. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Battery installation should be performed by an adult. Be careful to install the batteries with the correct polarity, as indicated.
Do not use rechargeable batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard, lithium, rechargeable, or different types of batteries.
The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. Exhausted batteries are to be removed as they will hinder performance.
Never leave a battery unattended while it is being charged. Never leave a battery unattended in the presence of children.
MicroFighters charging time will increase with usage as the condition of the AA cells diminish. Battery performance may
greatly influence flight characteristics. MicroFighters Li-Po rechargeable battery is not replaceable.
MicroFighters takes 6 AA battery (not included).
FCC NOTE: U.S. ONLY
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. 2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These Limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Limited 30-day warranty
This product is warranted by Interactive Toy Ltd. against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
under normal use for thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. Please retain proof of purchase.
This radiocommunication device complies with all the requirements of Industry Canada Standard RSS-310.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Field Strength and measurement distance: 27.145MHz – 54.95 dBV/m at 3 meters. 49.860MHz - 63.86 dBV/m at 3 meters.
Industry Canada Notice: Canada only.
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Lithium Polymer
Rechargeable Batteries
must be recycled or
disposed of properly.
IM-44005-90131-US
Thank you for purchasing the MicroFighters, the world’s smallest and most progressive digital
proportional radio control aircraft. To insure safe and reliable operation, please read the entire
contents of this manual before removing the aircraft from its package.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
•MicroFighters
•Transmitter
•Antenna
•Instruction manual
•Landing gear
•Spare Propeller
1PC
1PC
1PC
1PC
1PC
2PCS
MICROFIGHTERS
TRANSMITTER
1. Throttle control
2. Steering control
3. Charging lead compartment
4. Antenna
5. Steering Trim knob
6. Power LED “Red”
7. Charging LED “Green”
8. ON/OFF switch
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Parts Index
To prevent damage during
shipping, your MicroFighters
is securely fastened in the
package. Please insure that
all tie downs and fastening
locations have been unfastened
before attempting to remove the
aircraft from its package.
BEFORE FLYING
1. Use a Phillips head screw driver (cross head) to loosen
screw and remove cover .
2. Insert 6AA batteries in the correct polarity as indicated
inside the battery door cover.
3. Place cover back and re-tighten screw .
4. Screw antenna in place.
CHARGING THE MICROFIGHTERS
1. Make sure the power switch of the MicroFighters is
in the OFF position. NOTE: Always switch OFF the plane
after flying!
2. Make sure the controller antenna is collapsed to avoid
breaking it while not flying and to prevent accidentally
interfering with another RC aircraft on the same frequency.
3. Remove the charge lead on the transmitter and
insert it into the charge port on the MicroFighters.
NOTE: Always insure you insert the charge lead using the correct orientation.
4. Turn the transmitter switch to the ON position.
5. Green LED will blink indicating plane is now being charged.
6. Charge the MicroFighters fully which typically takes about 30 min.
7. Green LED will stop blinking and light steadily, indicating that the plane is fully charged.
8. Remove lead and place back inside storage compartment.
9. Turn transmitter OFF.
10. If you forget to turn off the transmitter and are not moving the control sticks, after 3 minutes
the red LED will start blinking to remind you to turn it off!
NOTE: The MicroFighters will enter sleep mode if idle over 3 minutes. To "wake up", power off both your
Microfighters and the transmitter, and then turn on again. If battery is low the green LED will blink.
Unlike other types of rechargeable batteries, Lithium Polymer rechargeable batteries do not require a full charge for operation.
However it is necessary to FULLY charge on the first flights for best results.
*Shorter Charges = Shorter Flight Times.
Precaution: This product is design to operate in altitude below 4000ft! If the operation geographic environment is over the designed altitude,
the flight time may shorten and the product may not function correctly.
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