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V1.2
2016.07

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  • Page 1 AGRAS User Manual V1.2 2016.07...

  • Page 2: Using The Dji Assistant

    Navigating to a Topic View a complete list of topics in the table of contents. Click on a topic to navigate to that section. Printing this Document This document supports high resolution printing. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 3: Information

    Check all of the included parts listed in the In the Box document and read the Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines before flight. Complete the assembly and learn the basic operations with the help of the Quick Start Guide and the video tutorial on the official DJI website (http://www.dji.com). Refer to the User Manual for more comprehensive information.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Unfolding the Frame Arms Mounting the Sprinklers Mounting the Radar Module Mounting the Battery Remote Controller Profile Prepare the Remote Controller Using the Remote Controller Remote Controller LED Remote Controller Settings Spraying Status Panel © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 5 Using the DJI Assistant 2 Flight Operation Environment Flight Limits and No Fly Zones Pre-Flight Checklist Calibrating the Compass Starting and Stopping the Motors Flight Test Appendix Specifications Aircraft Status Indicator Description Upgrading the Firmware DJI GO App © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 6: Safety At A Glance

    • In the instance of a Low Battery Warning, land the aircraft at a safe location. • Always keep your hands on the remote controller so long as the motor is still spinning. Power off the aircraft before turning off the remote controller after landing. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 7 • DO NOT fly in the No Fly Zones. You can find a complete list of these areas at http://www.dji.com/fly-safe/category-mc • The DJI No Fly Zone is not a replacement for local government regulations or good judgment. • Avoid flying in areas where rescue teams are actively using the airspace.

  • Page 8: Profile

    The spraying system includes a spray tank, sprinklers and other accessories. The four sprinklers placed on the aircraft’s two sides provide well-distributed spraying and great coverage. The nozzles on the Agras MG-1 can also be swapped out to meet the needs of different applications. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 9: Overview

    DO NOT obstruct the GPS module located at the center of the aircraft, as this will reduce the GPS signal strength. The MG-1 does not come with a battery. Please purchase the DJI approved MG-1 battery pack (Model: MG-12000). © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 10 [7] RTH Status LED Circular LED around the RTH button which [14] Spray Rate Dial displays the RTH status. In Manual Operation Mode, turn the dial to adjust the spray rate. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 11 Press to choose operation route L for Used to switch between P-mode Smart Operation Mode. (Positioning), A-mode (Attitude) and In Manual Plus Operation Mode, press to M-mode (Manual). fly the aircraft left for one operation gap. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 12: Installation

    M3×10 screws. Aircraft’s Rear Cable Protector Compass Port Compass Cable 4. Mount the left landing gear leg and tighten the four M3×10 screws. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 13: Mounting The Spray Tank

    1. Insert the four spray tank plugs into the sides of the spray tank. 2. Place the spray tank between the landing gear legs with the delivery pump at the rear of the aircraft. Align the mounting holes and tighten the four M5×18 screws. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 14: Unfolding The Frame Arms

    M5 and M6 at the rear. Motors M1, M3, M5 and M7 rotate counter-clockwise as indicated by the “CCW” mark, while motors M2, M4, M6 and M8 rotate clockwise as indicated by the “CW” mark. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 15: Mounting The Sprinklers

    Attach the hose clamp to the bracket on the landing gear leg and tighten the M3×6 screw. Attach the hose clamp to the bottom of the frame arm junction and tighten the M3×8 screw (self-tapping) © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 16: Mounting The Radar Module

    Port XT90 Port Slots The MG-1 does not come with a battery. Please purchase the DJI approved MG-1 battery pack (Model: MG-12000). The voltage on the aircraft can reach 50.4 V. Read the battery’s safety guidelines and take necessary precautions when handling the battery to ensure your own safety. DJI assumes no liability for damages(s) or injuries incurred from using the battery improperly.

  • Page 17: Remote Controller

    3. Insert the slotted screw through the metal loop and tighten. 4. Tilt the Spraying Status Panel to the desired position. Adjust the antennas as shown. 5. Connect the panel cable to the CAN port on the back of the remote controller. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 18: Using The Remote Controller

    Adjust the flying speed, record Point A and B, start or stop spraying, adjust spray speed, choose the route direction via the Flying Speed Dial, Button A / B, Spray Button, Spray Speed Dial, Button C1 / C2. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 19 C2 together for 2 to 4 seconds until there is a beep emitted from the remote controller, and the aircraft will enter or quit Continuous Smart Operation Mode. Refer to Smart Operation Mode (p. 26) for more details. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 20 The aircraft will hover in place if the stick is in the central position. Move the stick further for a larger roll angle and faster flight. The description above is only for the P-mode and A-mode. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 21 Home Point. The LED around the RTH Button will blink white during the RTH procedure. Users can control the aircraft during the procedure. Regain control manually to cancel the RTH procedure. Refer to How to Regain Control (p. 33) for details. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 22: Remote Controller Led

    Aircraft Status — Solid White chime Return-to-Home procedure is initiated. Sending Return-to-Home command to the Blinks White 1 beep repeating aircraft. Blinks White 2 beeps repeating The aircraft is returning to the Home Point. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 23: Remote Controller Settings

    Follow these steps to link a new remote controller: 1. Power on the aircraft. Tap “Linking Remote Controller” in the DJI GO app. 2. The remote controller Status LED will blink blue and beep to indicate that the remote controller is ready to be linked.

  • Page 24: Spraying Status Panel

    1.2 L/min (the LED at the bottom is blinking) and the maximum rate is 1.7 L/min (all the four LEDs are on). [6] Height LEDs Displays the spraying distance between the aircraft and the crops (or the surface under the aircraft). © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 25 The LED is solid green when there is liquid in the liquid tank. The LED blinks red when there is no liquid in the liquid tank. [12] Brightness Setting Button Press to adjust the LED brightness of the panel. Adjusting to the left reduces the brightness and adjusting to the right increases the brightness. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 26: Aircraft

    The length of the dotted lines, which are called Operation Gaps, can be adjusted in the MG-1 Assistant. …… …… - - - - Operation Gap Turning Point Route L Route R Legends © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 27 B with its heading pointing toward Point B, and the left and right Orientation LEDs on the Spraying Status Panel will start blinking. Aircraft nose will always point from Point A to Point B regardless of the flight direction. Heading cannot be adjusted. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 28 GPS signal is strong enough (GPS count ≥ 6). Return to Smart Operation Mode and the aircraft will return to the recorded stopping point automatically and resume operations. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 29 Refer to Controlling the Spraying System (p. 18) for more details on adjusting the spray rate. Manual Operation Mode is ideal for when the operating area is small. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 30: Altitude Stabilization System

    2. Confirm the desired spraying distance by observing the Height LEDs on the Spraying Status Panel. Ideal spraying distance should fall within the working range (2 - 3.5 m) for altitude stabilization. DO NOT operate the aircraft beyond this range, otherwise the system will become unstable. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 31: Empty Tank Warning

    Manual Operation Mode. Failure to do so may cause the idling of the pump of the motor and subsequently damage the parts. The sprinklers will automatically turn off in Smart Operation Mode or Manual Plus Operation Mode. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 32: Return-To-Home (Rth)

    Home Point has been successfully recorded and the compass is working normally. The operator can interrupt the Return-to-Home procedure and regain control over the aircraft if the remote controller signal is recovered. Refer to How to Regain Control (p. 33) for details. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 33: Low Battery Level Warnings

    You can change the settings in MG-1 Assistant so that the aircraft does not automatically descend and land when the Aircraft Status Indicator LED blinks red. The threshold of the two low battery levels can be set in the MG-1 Assistant. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 34: Mg-1 Assistant

    RTH, Smart Operation Mode and more in the MG-1 Assistant after activation. Installation and Launching 1. Download the DJI Driver and the MG-1 Assistant installation file from the MG-1 download page. http://www.dji.com/product/mg-1/info#downloads 2. Complete the installations for the DJI Driver and the MG-1 Assistant software.
  • Page 35 The module is enabled by default. Uncheck the checkbox if you want to disable the module, so that the aircraft will not detect the height above the crops. Tools Page Config Export or import the parameters, restore the default settings and reset the BTU module. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 36 Register Page Activate the aircraft, change user account or view the software information on this page. Activation Code Login with your DJI account, enter your activation code and click “Enter” to activate your aircraft. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 37: Dji Assistant 2

    DJI Assistant 2 Upgrade the Lightbridge 2 Air System firmware, export the flight data stored on the iOSD in the DJI Assistant 2. Installation and Launching 1. Download the DJI Assistant 2 installation file from the MG-1 download page. http://www.dji.com/product/mg-1/info#downloads 2.

  • Page 38: Flight

    Home Point Height of aircraft when powered on GPS Signal is Strong Flight Limits Max Height Flight altitude must be below the preset height. Max Radius Flight distance must be within the max radius. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 39 No Fly Zones All restricted areas are listed on the DJI official website at http://www.dji.com/fly-safe/category- mc. Restricted areas are divided into category A and category B. Category A areas cover major international airport such as LAX and Heathrow, while category B areas includes smaller airports.c Category A Safety Zone (requires GPS) •...
  • Page 40 Motors will stop automatically after landing. Users must toggle the Flight Mode Switch to regain control. This is the same as regaining control during RTH. Refer to How to Regain Control (p. 33). © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 41: Pre-Flight Checklist

    8. Test the sprinklers. Bubbles in the hoses may lead to operation problems. Loosen the valve on the side of the sprinkler and start the pump to discharge the bubbles. Then tighten the valve and the sprinkler will work properly. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 42: Calibrating The Compass

    2. Flying in a new location, or a location that is different from your last flight. 3. The mechanical structure of the MG-1 is changed. 4. Severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the MG-1 has difficulty flying in a straight line. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 43: Starting And Stopping The Motors

    6. Select the desired Operation Mode and spray liquid. 7. To land, ensure the Operation Mode Switch is toggled to Manual Operation Mode and hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle stick to descend slowly. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 44 The aircraft will begin to descend and land automatically. You can change the settings in MG-1 Assistant so that the aircraft does not automatically descend and land when the Aircraft Status Indicator LED blinks red. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 45: Appendix

    Droplet Size environment and spraying speed) Altitude Stabilization System 1.5 - 7 m (Varies when flying above different kinds Detection Range of vegetation) Working Range 2 - 3.5 m Detection Accuracy < 10 cm © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 46 Max Takeoff Weight 24.5 kg (At sea level) Max Thrust-Weight Ratio 1.81 (Takeoff weight of 22.5 kg) Battery DJI approved battery pack (Model: MG-12000) Max Power Consumption 6400 W Hovering Power Consumption 3250 W (Takeoff weight of 22.5 kg) 24 min (Takeoff weight of 12.5 kg) Hovering Time* 10 min (Takeoff weight of 22.5 kg)

  • Page 47: Aircraft Status Indicator Description

    Blinking Red (when flying) Critically low battery level Blinking Blue Failsafe RTH Solid Blue Flight controller Activation Code not authorized Solid Red PMU abnormal or battery not verified Solid Green System Data Protection function working © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 48: Upgrading The Firmware

    Power on the remote controller, connect the mobile device to the remote controller, and then launch the DJI GO app to upgrade the remote controller firmware. 1. Go to the DJI GO app > Camera View > System Status bar > Overall Status. Tap Download Firmware to download and upgrade the firmware.

  • Page 49: Dji Go App

    AGRAS MG-1 User Manual DJI GO App Upgrade and configure the remote controller and view the flying status in the DJI GO app. Enter Camera View on the Equipment page. SAFE TO FLY (GPS) P-GPS 48.6 [1] Back : Tap this icon to return to the main menu.
  • Page 50 Distance: Horizontal distance from the Home Point. Vertical Speed: Movement speed across a vertical distance. Horizontal Speed: Movement speed across a horizontal distance. Aircraft Distance: The horizontal distance between the aircraft and the operator. © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 51 This content is subject to change. Download the latest version from http://www.dji.com/product/mg-1 If you have any questions about this document, please contact DJI by sending a message to DocSupport@dji.com. AGRAS is a trademark of DJI. Copyright © 2016 DJI All Rights Reserved.

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