E-FLITE Mystique 2.9m ARF User Manual

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Sport Setup for the Mystique 2.9M Glider
Parts:
1. EFL4905Mystique2.9mARFbyE‐flite
2. EFLM4025APower25BLOutrunnerMotor,870KvbyE‐flite
3. EFLA106060‐AmpProSwitch‐ModeBECBrushlessESCbyE‐flite
4. EFLP14080FA14x8FoldingPropw/AluminumSpinner,40mmbyE‐flite
5. 3S3300‐3600mah25C–45CLipobattery
6. SPMSA7020A7020DigitalWingServobySpektrum(Qty.4)
7. SPMSA4020A4020MicroDigitalAircraftMetalGearServobySpektrum
orHRC35085SDigitalMightyMicroServoHS‐5085MG(Qty.2)
8. 7Channel(orhigher)receiverandtransmitter
9. Multiplexconnectors[2pair,optional]
10. [optional]JackPakRCSailplaneCarryingBagat:http://www.ne‐aero.com/jackpak.html
11. Whiteelectricaltape(vinyl)andagluesticktokeepinyourflightbag
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Introduction:
TheMystiqueisabeautiful
ARFandoneofthebest
qualitykitsIhaveseen.This
babyisbig,sowatchyourself
goingthroughdoorwayswiththosewings!!Thekitisaneasybuild,butrequiresalotofpatience.
Themotor,ESC,andradioinstallationiseasy,butthe
wingstakesometimetodoright.Ihave
alreadyworkedoutallthebendsandtricksyouwillneedtoshoehornintheservosandgetthe
recommendedcontrolthrowstoflythisawesomeglider.Havefun,andtakeyourtime.Youwillbe
rewardedwithanexcellentflying"fullhouse"glider.Ifyouareworriedaboutthecost,Icomparedit
tosetupsofequivalentsizeandquality,andyouwillpayuptotwiceasmuchforotherglidersofthis
capabilityandquality.TheMystiqueisagreatvalue,andflieslikeadream.Itreallyisthatgood.
StartingOut:
TheMystiqueisabout95%pre‐built,andyouarebasicallyputtingintheelectronicsandpower
system.Ifyouusetherecommendedequipment,itmakesthingseasier.Thewingsandhorizontal
mayrequiresomeironingofthecoveringastemperaturechangescancausewrinklesbetweenyou
andthefactory.Makesureyouuseanicecoveringironwithacottonsock.Followthemanual
carefullyexceptwherenotedinthiswriteup.
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E-FLITE Mystique 2.9m ARF Specifications

General

Product color	Red, White, Yellow

Weight and Dimensions

Width	2900 mm

Summary

Introduction and Getting Started

Introduction

Overview of the Mystique 2.9M glider, its quality, build ease, and value.

Starting Out

Guidance on the pre-built kit, electronics installation, and initial covering care.

Building and Installation Tips

General Building Tips

Advice on careful building, avoiding damage, and specific techniques for linkages.

Wing Servo Installation

Recommendations for low-profile servos, linkage setup, and flap deflection limits.

Critical Modifications and Safety

Control Linkage Adjustments

Specific adjustments for control rod bends and linkage exit holes for flap/aileron.

Elevator Control Rod Reinforcement

Essential step to secure the elevator control rod to prevent high-speed dive issues.

Radio Setup and Center of Gravity

Radio Setup Configuration

Recommended transmitter settings for sport gliding, including flap and dual rates.

Center of Gravity (CG)

Recommendation for a forward CG position (100-110mm) for safer sport flying.

Optional Component Installation

Wing Servo Connectors

Guide to soldering Multiplex connectors for easier wing servo connections.