Summary of Contents for Desert Rotor 12PCX HOTAS V2
- Page 1 Commercial Ground Control Systems for Unmanned Vehicles Operating Manual 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona...
- Page 2 Our Skills - The Desert Rotor team has designed breakthrough ground control systems in the defense sector. We bring that extensive knowledge and skill to our products, proudly designed and assembled in Scottsdale, Arizona USA.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
• PPM Out and 12V Out OPERATING THE 12PCX HOTAS - Page 19 • GCS Smart View™ Interface • Menu & Settings • Aircraft & Autopilot Considerations 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 4: Introduction
12PCX HOTAS can be prohibited or even illegal in many countries and regions. It is entirely you and your companies responsibility to check those laws and regulations. The Desert Rotor team wish you a safe and prosperous future with the next generation of UAV flight control and operations. -
Page 5: Terms & Conditions
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of DESERT ROTOR exceed the individual price of the 12PCX on which liability is asserted. As DESERT ROTOR has no control over use, setup, assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage, injury or death. -
Page 6: Support & Service
We designed the 12PCX platform for anyone to be able to work on and troubleshoot. Due to the incredible demand Desert Rotor has strategically positioned support to be available from our distributors as well. We do ask you contact the seller of your system in the event you need technical support. -
Page 7: Specifications
Mesa, Arizona Regional Compliance Disclaimer The 12PCX HOTAS V2 can be configured in infinite ways with countless types of components. It is ENTIRELY up to you to determine the compliance of these components in your region. Some of the components require HAM radio licenses and/or even completely prohibited. The 12PCX HOTAS could be restricted and not allowed in certain countries and regions. -
Page 8: Before Using
The Lithium-Ion pack we offer is a 4S 5200Mah pack with Anderson Connectors. The pack has internal circuits that protect it from various extreme scenarios. Battery Pack Protection Circuits 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... - Page 9 NOTE: NEVER LEAVE PACKS UNATTENDED WHILE CHARGING - LITHIUM BATTERIES CAN START FIRES THAT WILL DESTROY EVERYTHING YOU HOLD DEARLY. THEY BURN HOT, QUICK AND HAVE CAUSED SERIOUS INJURY INCLUDING DEATH. BE SMART. HANG OUT WHILE ITS CHARGING. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona...
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Page 10: Power Supply
Power Supply Each 12PCX HOTAS V2 comes with a power supply that is 18V/6AMP. It is rated for 120volts to 220volts incoming AC voltage. Depending on the region, you may need a travel adapter to plug into the wall to use the power supply. -
Page 11: Power Switch
Cleaning Use a damp rag or included Desert Rotor microfiber cloth to wipe down the unit. Please ensure unit is turned off to avoid the risk of shock and/or electrocution. Do not use cleaning chemicals as it could damage components and finish of the 12PCX HOTAS. -
Page 12: Features & Hardware
If you can not operate a standard laptop computer in the weather situation you are in you can not operate the 12PCX in the same weather. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 13: Logic Supply™ Ml100 Embedded Pc
“Off” it will “hard shutdown” the PC (as if you just pulled the plug on a running desktop computer. ALWAYS PRESS THE ‘PC POWER’ TO TURN OFF PC FIRST, THEN TURN 12PCX POWER SWITCH TO OFF. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 14: Led 1200Nit Lg Displays
There is a composite Video In jack on the switch panel and connected to the left screen. The right screen is dedicated to FPV (first person view) of the unmanned vehicle. The GCS SmartView OSD Menu/Settings is also projected on this screen. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 15: 12Pcx Hotas V2 Control Panel Layout
CORRECT DIRECTIONS IN THE AUTOPILOT SOFTWARE. ALWAYS ENSURE BEFORE EVERY FLIGHT THAT YOUR FAILSAFE FUNCTIONS OF YOUR AUTOPILOT ARE ENABLED AND PROPERLY ENABLED ON ONE OF THE SWITCHES ON THE 12PCX. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 16: 12Pcx Hotas V2 Control Panel Layout
Note: The 12PCX is NOT waterproof. While highly durable and fairly weather resistant it should not be used while raining and snowing without proper overhang protection. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 17: Keyboard & Joystick Hatch
While it is possible to “Hot Swap” we highly advise alternative solutions such as plugging the power supply in from a AC Main wall outlet/generator. Or turning off the 12PCX when swapping out batteries. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 18: Ppm Out And 12V Out
Note: *Check You Local Laws & Regulations as some regions may not allow the use or require a HAM radio license to operate the various offered transmitters and/or along with the 12PCX! 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 19: Operating The 12Pcx Hotas
When switching out components such as video receivers, modems, radios, any axillary devices please turn off the 12PCX before installing and then turn on. 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 20: Menu & Settings
Under Modem ID you select and change the number between 1 through 5. The system can save 5 aircraft profiles. Removing GCS SmartView off Display Main Screen (default) -> Press Middle Button OSD will turn off 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 21: Desert Rotor, Llc. Scottsdale, Arizona
3) SETUP YOUR FAILSAFE TO ENABLE IN THE EVENT THE 12PCX AND TRANSMITTER LINK BREAKS AND COMPLETE POWER LOSS HAPPENS ON THE GROUND END 4) BEFORE EVERY FLIGHT ALWAYS CHECK YOUR AUTOPILOT, CONTROL SURFACES AND 12PCX DIRECTIONALS 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 22: Desert Rotor, Llc. Scottsdale, Arizona
Examples of Autopilot Software and There Transmitter Calibration Screens 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona... -
Page 23: Compliance
ROTOR is not able to conduct tests based on all possible combinations of software and hardware environment. Therefore, DESERT ROTOR is unable to promise nor warrant that there will be absolutely no risk of loss or damage of hardware, property, information or any other kind of loss, during operating, piloting and/or execution of any of the functions or components. -
Page 24: Appendix
1. DESERT ROTOR warrants that the 12PCX units delivered to Customer are free of defects and the units comply with the baseline specifications shown in Schedule A. - Page 25 Schedule A 12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona...
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