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DRW876B
QUADCOPTER DRONE WITH WIFI CAMERA
User's Guide for Model DRW876 v1562-02

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  • Page 1 DRW876B QUADCOPTER DRONE WITH WIFI CAMERA User’s Guide for Model DRW876 v1562-02...
  • Page 2 Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Read and follow all instructions. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit • Keep these instructions for future reference. different from that to which the receiver is connected. •...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents FAA Registration–4 Sky Rider Drones App–20 Which UAS Must Be Registered? Sky Rider Drones App Who Can Register? Wi-Fi Flight Instructions What Do You Need to Register? Start Screen Additional Info Auto-Land/Start Up Flight Screen Rotors & Auto-Hover–5...
  • Page 4: Faa Registration-4

    The Online Registration requirement applies to all UAS that weigh between 0.55 lbs (250g) and 55 lbs (25kg). The Sky Rider Condor Pro meets this requirement, and must be registered, with the Registration Number permanently affixed to the craft. Who Can Register? •...
  • Page 5: Rotors & Auto-Hover-5

    Rotors & Auto-Hover Safety Notice There is a delay of approximately 4-7 seconds between pulling the throttle to the OFF position and the motors actually powering OFF. PULLING DOWN ON THE THROTTLE DOES NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP THE ROTORS FROM SPINNING, you must hold the throttle in the lowest position and wait for the rotors to stop.
  • Page 6: Included

    Orientation Included • 4 replacement rotors • Remote control: requires 4 AA batteries (not included) • Screwdriver • 1 rechargeable lithium polymer • Detachable smartphone cradle battery • 4 Landing skids • AC/DC power charger for battery • Detachable gimbal mounted camera recharge Overview Rotors...
  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Remote Control Antenna Camera Controls Left dial: up/down tracking Right dial: left/right tacking Power/Status Indicator Factory Reset Flip Press to reset the Press and hold, craft and remote then push to factory default Right Control Stick settings. in any direction to perform a flip.
  • Page 8: Attach Landing Skids (X4) Repair-28

    Assembly Attach Landing Skids (x4) Attach landing skids (4) to the underside of the quadcopter, making sure to align the pegs in the slots on the body. Use included screwdriver and screws (4) to rmly secure the skids to the body. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
  • Page 9: Attach Smartphone Cradle Troubleshooting-29

    Attach 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 craft just by watching the screen. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3...
  • Page 10: Batteries & Charging-10

    Batteries & Charging Battery Information BATTERY SPECIFICATION DURATION CHARGE TIME TYPE Li-Po Battery 7.4V 1500mAH 6 to 8 minutes Approx. 150 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 11: Battery Charging Procedure

    Battery Charging Procedure The craft’s lithium-polymer (Li-Po) battery must be charged before the unit can be flown. Before charging, be sure the craft and remote control are powered off. Failure to do so may result in injury. Step 1 Make sure the craft is powered OFF, then remove the battery cover.
  • Page 12 Batteries & Charging Step 4 Attach the charging plug on the battery to battery charger. The battery will now charge. Be sure to match the plugs correctly or damage may occur. Charger Status LIGHT STATUS Green Light ON Green Light ON Red Light ON Battery Charging Red Light OFF...
  • Page 13: Pre-Flight Calibration -13

    Pre-Flight Calibration 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 to ensure smooth and level flight. Begin with the craft and remote powered OFF. Step 1 Begin with the craft resting on a flat and level surface.
  • Page 14 Pre-Flight Calibration Step 4 Push the Left Control Stick fully forward, wait for a chime to sound, then pull the stick fully backward, and wait for a second chime. When this last chime has sounded, the rotors will automatically begin spinning and you are ready to fly.
  • Page 15: Trim Adjustment-15

    To avoid potential damage, adjust the trim while in a stable hover, and do not make any sudden movements with the flight controls. Adjust one trim setting at a time to avoid confusion. Trim can also be set from the Sky Rider Drones app. Remember, the green LEDs indicate the front of the craft.
  • Page 16 Trim Adjustment Craft pitches/angles forward or backward. Use Pitch Trim to the left of the Right Control Stick. (Front) Craft rolls/banks left or right. Use Roll Trim under the Right Control Stick.
  • Page 17: Gyroscope Recalibration

    Gyroscope Recalibration If the craft is experiencing difficulty flying or is behaving erratically, the gyroscopes may need to be recalibrated. Safely land the craft and power down the rotors to avoid possible injury or damage. Pull both control sticks to the lowest left position for 2-3 seconds. When the formation lights start blinking, release the controls sticks.
  • Page 18: Flying Tips & Features-18

    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 craft will be drawn towards them if closer than 2 to 3 feet.
  • Page 19: Headless Mode

    Headless Mode Headless Mode disables the default orientation of the craft, where the green LEDs indicate the front of the craft. Instead, the craft will reorient its “front” based on the first Right Control Stick input from the user. This can be useful if you become disoriented while flying, or cannot visually determine which direction is “true front”.
  • Page 20: Sky Rider Drones App-20

    Step 3 Be sure your phone’s Wi-Fi is ON. Open your phone’s Wi-Fi settings and search for and select Sky Rider from the Wi-Fi networks menu. Once connected, open the app and tap the Settings icon to activate the Auto-Land option in the Settings menu or the app will not operate the craft.
  • Page 21: Start Screen

    Start Screen Help Settings Play Press to access Help Screen. Customize settings for the app. Press to begin using the app and fly the craft.
  • Page 22: Auto-Land/Start Up

    Sky Rider Drones App Auto-Land/Start Up To operate the automatic landing and start up feature using the app, be sure to activate the option in the Settings screen. This is a default feature of the craft and you must have this option turned on to fly the Condor Pro with the app.
  • Page 23: Flight Screen

    Flight Screen Note: The airplane and runway graphic will be replaced by the view from the on board camera when using the app. Photo Video Camera Craft Speed Intuitive Flight Gallery Mode Controls Take a photo. Capture video. 30/60/100% Enable/disable flight controls.
  • Page 24: Virtual Reality (Vr) Mode For Vr Headsets

    Sky Rider Drones App Virtual Reality (VR) Mode for VR Headsets VR Mode splits the phone’s screen for use in a VR headset, allowing any non-pilot to experience the flight of the craft in a fully immersive environment. Simply press the VR Mode button on the screen, place your phone in a VR headset and put on the headset for a drone point-of-view flying adventure.
  • Page 25: Using The App To Fly And Capture Images/Video

    Camera Using the App to Fly and Capture Images/Video You can always use the app to fly and capture images, but without the remote, camera controls will not function. When used this way, the camera will default to a centered, forward looking position as soon as the craft is powered ON.
  • Page 26: Using The Remote And App To Capture Images/Video

    Camera Using the Remote and App to Capture Images/Video The Condor Pro features a gimbal mounted camera that will tilt and swivel, allowing for more flexibility while capturing images and video. To use the motorized camera and the app at the same time, read these steps carefully and complete them in order.
  • Page 27 Camera Controls Take Photo/Video Left dial: up/down tracking Right dial: left/right tacking Swtich Flight Controls to OFF Use Remote to Fly...
  • Page 28: Parts Replacement

    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 29 Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems using or flying the craft, consult this table. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Craft is • No power to remote • Charge battery unresponsive or craft • Be sure the power plugs • Poor contact between are firmly connected power plugs •...
  • Page 30: Company Information-30

    Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.com version of this user’s guide can also be Phone Support: 1-888-999-4215 found at: www.gpx.com/drw876.html 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 Para descargar este Manual del Usuario en inglés, español y francés, o para obtener...

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