Thanks -I've tried powering on tx first as well as rx first, etc. The instructions for the CP specifically state that the Heli get's plugged in first then TX turned on (whichI agree is from a safety perpsective illogical). Regardless, neither orientation worked.

There are several accounts of having to move the throttle stick to the lowest - left position - but that didn't work for me either. I

I'm at the point of returning it and ordering a Walkera branded one with brushless and metal parts which looks like a much better product anyway - but for $139 at the LHS- Ifigured what the heck. Any suggestions on where and which one to get? I have a hard time understanding the walkera site.