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- Page 1 User’s Guide for Model DRW557 v1882-01...
- Page 3 Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and • Read and follow all instructions. receiver. • Keep these instructions for future reference. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents NIGHT Hawk Drone – 5 Wi-Fi Flight – 17 Features Connect Wi-Fi Includes Settings Screen Flight Screen Overview – 6 Using the Remote & Wi-Fi App Together Craft Layout & Features Virtual Reality Mode Assembly – 7 Parts &... -
Page 5: Night Hawk Drone
NIGHT Hawk Drone Features Includes • 360° flips & tricks • 2.4GHz remote control: requires 4 AAA batteries (not included) • 6-axis gyroscope • Rechargeable lithium polymer battery • Free app for Wi-Fi flight • 6 replacement rotors • Voice activation •... -
Page 6: Overview
Overview Craft Layout & Features Rotors/Rotor Guards Forward Landing Feet Navigation Light White LED indicates the front of the craft. Battery Compartment/Camera (underside) -
Page 7: Assembly
Assembly Landing Struts Place each landing strut on the underside of the craft as shown, then tighten down with a screw and the included screwdriver. Rotor Guards Attach each rotor guard as shown, then tighten down with a screw in the center location using the included screwdriver. -
Page 8: Remote Control
Remote Control Functions Headless Mode/ Reset Power/Status Indicator Press to turn Headless Mode ON or OFF. Flip Press to reset trim Press once, settings to default. then move Right Control Stick in Speed any direction to perform a flip. Press to change speed setting. -
Page 9: Battery Installation
Battery Installation 4x AAA batteries... -
Page 10: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Before charging, be sure the craft and remote control are powered OFF. Failure to do so may result in injury. REMINDER: Do not charge batteries overnight. Do not leave the batteries unattended while charging. Step 1 Open the battery compartment and disconnect the battery from the craft. -
Page 11: Flying
Flying Craft/Remote Link Before flying, the craft and the remote must be linked together and the gyroscopes on the craft must be allowed to calibrate. Begin with the craft and remote powered OFF. Step 1 Connect the battery and close the battery compartment, then power ON the craft. -
Page 12: When You're Finished Flying
Flying Step 4 Push the Left Control Stick (throttle) fully forward, wait for a chime to sound, then pull the stick fully rearward, and wait for a second chime. When this last chime has sounded the craft is ready to fly. Step 5 Use the Left Control Stick to take off and control the throttle and Yaw (spin) -
Page 13: Trim Adjustment
Trim Adjustment Setting Trim & Countering Drift Even after the craft is calibrated, it may show a tendency to drift while airborne. Adjusting the trim will help counter this effect and allow better control of the craft. To avoid potential damage, adjust the trim while attempting a stable hover. Try to avoid making any exaggerated movements with the flight controls and adjust one trim setting at a time to avoid confusion. -
Page 14: Gyroscope Recalibration
Trim Adjustment Craft banks/rolls to the left or right. Adjust Roll Trim. Gyroscope Recalibration If the craft is experiencing difficulty flying or is behaving erratically, it’s gyroscopes may need to be recalibrated. Do not attempt to do this while flying, safely land the craft first and place it on a flat surface. -
Page 15: Flying Tips & Features
Flying Tips & Features Tips for Safe Operation • It is recommended to only fly in large, open spaces that are free of obstacles like power lines, trees, ceiling fans, etc. • When flying indoors, avoid walls and ceilings, as the craft will be drawn towards them if closer than 2-3 feet. -
Page 16: Flips
Flying Tips & Features Flips Before attempting a flip, be sure that there is ample clear space around the craft, ideally 9-10 ft. in all directions. It is not recommended to attempt to flip around or through any obstacles, as this may result in unintended damage. Press the Flip button to activate Flip Mode, then move the Right Control Stick in any direction and the craft will perform a flip in the same direction. -
Page 17: Wi-Fi Flight
Before beginning, make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi is enabled. • Power ON the craft and place it on a flat level surface. • Access the Wi-Fi settings menu on your phone, then search for and select Sky Rider Vox to connect to the craft. -
Page 18: Settings Screen
Reverses the locations of the Left and Right flight controls on the screen. Altitude Hold/Hover Enables Altitude Hold/Hover controls for the app. Not all Sky Rider drones are equipped for Altitiude Hold, if your craft does not have this feature, do not enable this setting. -
Page 19: Flight Screen
Flight Screen 1. Start Screen 7. Flight Controls ON/OFF 12. Auto-Hover Controls 2. Photo 8. Additional Settings 13. Flip Camera View (see 13-16) 3. Video 14. VR Mode 9. Flip 4. Photo/Video Gallery 15. Headless Mode 10. Voice Controls ON/OFF 5. -
Page 20: Using The Remote & Wi-Fi App Together
Wi-Fi Flight Using the Remote & Wi-Fi App Together You can use your smartphone and the remote together by attaching the smartphone cradle (included) to the remote. This can be useful for taking photographs and video during your flight, or for flying the craft just by watching the screen. •... -
Page 21: Virtual Reality Mode
Virtual Reality Mode VR Mode splits the phone’s screen for use in a VR headset. Press the VR button on the screen to turn this feature ON or OFF. Use VR Mode to give a friend a fully immersive, point- of-view flying adventure. -
Page 22: Parts & Repair
Parts & Repair REMINDER: Pilots are responsible for any damage caused by improper use. Parts Replacement Standard parts such as extra batteries and remotes are available online for purchase when in stock. However, any non-standard parts such as cameras, screws, bodies, SD cards etc. can be ordered by placing an inquiry with our parts department at: partsinfo@dpiinc.com. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems using or flying the craft, consult this table. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Craft does not • No power to remote • Check remote batteries, or craft. replace if needed. respond to controls. • Poor contact between •... -
Page 24: Customer Support
Customer Support Contact Information Warranty Website: www.gpx.com See included 30 Day Warranty for warranty information. Warranty and the most up-to- Email Support: prodinfo@dpiinc.com date version of this User’s Guide can also be found at: www.gpx.com Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.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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