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User's Guide for Model DRW676 v1523-01

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide for Model DRW676 v1523-01...
  • Page 2 Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions FCC Warnings • Read these instructions. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit • Keep these instructions for future reference. not expressly approved by the party responsible • Heed all Warnings. for compliance could void the user’s authority •...
  • Page 3 Additional Warnings & Precautions keep it away from children. • WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or Gardez les piles neuves et d’occasion à partir electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to des enfants. Si le compartiment de la batterie rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    WiFi Mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16 Sky Rider Drones App...

  • Page 5: Orientation

    Orientation Includes • Remote control: requires 4 AA batteries (not included) • 2 rechargeable lithium polymer batteries • USB cable for battery recharge • 6 replacement rotors • Screwdriver • Detachable smartphone cradle Overview Rotors Hexacopter Chassis White rotors indicate front of hexacopter.

  • Page 6: Remote Control

    Orientation Remote Control Antenna Power/Status Indicator Flip Press and push Right Control Stick to perform a flip. Left Control Right Control Stick Stick Increase Throttle: Pitch: push forward push forward/ Decrease backward Throttle: Roll/Bank: push backward push left/right Yaw/Spin: push left or right Power Switch Lights/Flight...

  • Page 7: Batteries & Charging

    Batteries & Charging Battery Info BATTERY SPECIFICATION DURATION CHARGE TIME TYPE Hexacopter 3.7V/750mAH 6 to 8 minutes Approx. 120 Li-Po Battery flight time minutes Remote AA 1.5V Approx. 18 hours Non-rechargeable Batteries Remote Control Battery Installation Use included screwdriver 4 x AA Batteries Battery Cover...

  • Page 8: Battery Charging

    Batteries & Charging Battery Charging Procedure The hexacopter’s lithium-polymer battery must be charged before the unit can be flown. Before charging, be sure the hexacopter and remote control are powered off. Failure to do so may result in injury. Step 1 Make sure the hexacopter is powered OFF, then open the battery cover by gently pulling towards the rear of the craft.
  • Page 9 Step 4 Connect the USB charging cable to the USB port of a powered ON computer. LIGHT STATUS While charging, the red light in the USB charging cable will be ON. Red Light ON Charging When charging is complete, the red light in the USB charging cable will be OFF.

  • Page 10: Pre-Flight Calibration

    Pre-Flight Calibration Hexacopter/Remote Link Before flying, the hexacopter and the remote must be linked together, and the gyroscopes on the hexacopter must be allowed to calibrate to ensure smooth and level flight. Begin with the hexacopter and remote powered off. Step 1 Place the hexacopter on a flat, level surface before you begin.
  • Page 11 Step 4 Push the Left Control Stick directly forward, wait for a chime to sound, then pull the stick directly backward, and wait for a second chime. When this last chime has sounded, the hexacopter is calibrated and ready to fly. Step 5 Attempt a stable hover, low to the ground or surface you started on.

  • Page 12: Trim Adjustment

    Trim Adjustment Setting Trim & Countering Drift Even after the hexacopter is calibrated, it may show a tendency to drift while airborne. Adjusting the trim will help counter this effect and allow you to better control the craft. To avoid potential damage, adjust the trim while in a stable hover, and do not make any sudden movements with the flight controls.
  • Page 13 Hexacopter pitches/angles forward or backward. Use Pitch Trim buttons left of the Right Control Stick. (Front) Hexacopter rolls/banks left or right. Use Roll Trim buttons under the Right Control Stick. (Front)

  • Page 14: Flying Tips & Features

    Flying Tips & Features Tips for Safe Operation • Only fly in large, open spaces, such as a field or a very large indoor area, free of obstacles like power lines, trees, ceiling fans, etc. • When flying indoors, avoid walls and ceilings, as the hexacopter will be drawn towards them if closer than 2 to 3 feet.

  • Page 15: Auto-Return

    Auto-Return This feature will put the craft into an autonomous flight mode that immediately returns the hexacopter to a set point of origin. To set the point of origin, press down (into the body of the remote control) on the Right Control Stick. The remote will emit a chime. If you press the Right Control Stick again, the hexacopter will enter Auto-Return and fly back to the point of origin.

  • Page 16: Wifi Mode

    Scan the appropriate QR code below to download and install the free app software. The app can also be found on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store by searching for Sky Rider Drones. IOS/iPhone (Apple)

  • Page 17: Start Screen

    Step 3 Open your phone’s WiFi settings and activate WiFi, then search for and select Sky Rider from the WiFi networks menu. Once connected, open the app and click on the Play or Start icons to begin flying. When WiFi mode is active, you can save video and images directly to your smartphone.
  • Page 18 WiFi Mode Flight Screen Note that the airplane and runway graphic (pictured below) is replaced by the view from the hexacopter’s on board camera when using the app. Photo Video Gallery Hexacopter Intuitive Screen Speed Mode Controls Take a photo. Take a video.
  • Page 19 Attaching the Smartphone Cradle You can use your smartphone and the remote control together by attaching the included smartphone cradle to the top of the remote. This can be useful for photography and video, or for flying the hexacopter just by watching the screen. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3...

  • Page 20: Factory Reset

    Factory Reset Reset Procedure If for any reason the craft is experiencing difficulty flying or is behaving erratically, and there is no physical damage to any of the mechanical components, the unit may need to be reset to the factory default settings. Step 1 Power ON the remote control.
  • Page 21 Step 4 Place the hexacopter on a flat horizontal surface, then push both control sticks on the remote all the way down and left, and hold for 2-3 seconds. The lights will begin quickly flashing again. When the lights stop flashing and are solid again, the craft has been reset and is ready to fly.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems using or flying the hexacopter, consult this table. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Hexacopter is • No power to remote • Check remote unresponsive or hexacopter batteries. • Poor contact between • Check hexacopter power plugs battery, be sure it is fully charged.

  • Page 23: Repair

    Repair In the event that the hexacopter absorbs light damage that renders flight difficult, but not impossible, the following repairs are easy to perform and should get the hexacopter back to a flyable condition. REMINDER: Pilots are responsible for any damage caused by improper use. Rotor Replacement Rotor Cap The hexacopter comes with 6...

  • Page 24: Parts

    Parts Parts Replacement If any major components of the hexacopter are damaged beyond repair, you can order new parts by contacting the customer support number, or by following the web address below to the product page and clicking on the “Parts and Accessories” tab. Product web address: http://bit.ly/1kLshcF Parts Diagram...
  • Page 25 Parts List PART NAME QUANTITY Rotor A Rotor B Motor A Motor B Lower Frame Rotor Cap Upper Frame Battery Battery Cover LED Cover Landing Skid...

  • Page 26: Company Information

    Company Information Contact Information Warranty See included 30 Day Warranty for Website: www.gpx.com warranty information. Warranty and Email Support: prodinfo@dpiinc.com the most up-to-date version of this Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.com User’s Guide can also be found at: www.gpx.com Phone Support: 1-888-999-4215 International Support To download this User’s Guide in English, Spanish, and French, or to get answers to frequently asked questions, visit the support section at: www.gpx.com...

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