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- Page 1 User’s Guide for Model DRW637 v1734-02...
- Page 2 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 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Metal Alloy Drone – 4 Start Screen – 17 Features Settings Screen – 18 Includes Flight Screen – 19 Auto-Hover Feature – 5 Intuitive Mode Safety Notice Emergency Stop Smartphone Cradle – 20 Overview – 6 Virtual Reality Mode – 21 Craft Layout &... -
Page 4: Metal Alloy Drone
Metal Alloy Drone Features Includes • Lightweight alloy housing • 2.4 GHz remote control: requires 4 AA batteries (not included) • Auto-Hover • 2 rechargeable lithium polymer • 360° flips & tricks batteries • 6-axis gyroscope • AC/DC power adapter •... -
Page 5: Auto-Hover Feature
Auto-Hover Feature The Metal Alloy Drone automatically hovers at any altitude. Use the Left Control Stick (throttle) to reach the desired altitude and then release. The throttle will return to a neutral position in the middle of its range of motion and the craft will hold that altitude until adjusted again by the user. -
Page 6: Overview
Overview Craft Layout & Features Alloy Chassis Landing Feet LED Formation Rotors/Rotor Guards Lights (under side) White rotors indicate front of craft. White LEDs indicate the front of the craft. Battery Compartment/Camera... -
Page 7: Remote Control
Remote Control Antenna Power/Status Indicator Left Control Stick Increase Throttle: push forward Decrease Throttle: Flip push backward Press and hold, Yaw/Spin: then push push left or right Right Control Headless Mode: Stick in any push down direction to perform a flip. Reset Press to reset the craft and... -
Page 8: Batteries & Charging
Batteries & Charging Battery Charging Procedure 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 Disconnect the battery from the craft. -
Page 9: Remote Control Battery Installation
Step 4 When charging is complete and you are ready to fly, reconnect the battery plug to the power cable on the craft. The craft automatically powers ON when the plugs are connected. Remote Control Battery Installation Use included screwdriver 4 x AA Batteries Remove... -
Page 10: 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 Power the craft ON by connecting the battery plug to the power cable on the craft. - Page 11 Step 4 Push the Left Control Stick (throttle) 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.
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Page 12: 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 you to better control 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. - Page 13 Craft pitches/angles forward or backward. Adjust Pitch Trim. (Front) Craft banks/rolls to the left or right. Adjust Roll Trim.
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Page 14: 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 to 3 feet. -
Page 15: Flips & Tricks
Flips & Tricks Before attempting any stunts, be sure that there is ample clear space around the craft, ideally 9 to 10 ft. in every direction. It is not recommended to attempt to stunt around or through any obstacles, as this may result in unintended damage. Press and hold the Flip button, Craft will perform flip in the then move the Right Control... -
Page 16: Wi-Fi Flight
Wi-Fi Flight Sky Rider Drones App You can fly the craft using a Wi-Fi linked smartphone and the free Sky Rider Drones app. Scan the appropriate QR code to download the app. The app can also be found on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store by searching “Sky Rider Drones”. -
Page 17: Start Screen
Start Screen Step 3 Open your phone’s Wi-Fi settings and activate Wi-Fi, then search for and select Sky Rider from the Wi-Fi networks menu. Once connected, open the app and click on the Play or Start icons to begin flying. When Wi-Fi mode is active, you can save video and images directly to your phone. -
Page 18: Settings Screen
Settings Screen Parameters Auto Save Trim settings adjusted in the app will be saved for future flights. Reset the Parameters Reset trim settings. Auto-Land Due to the Auto-Hover feature, this setting must be activated prior to operating the craft from the app. See Auto-Land controls on the following page. Right Hand Mode Reverses the locations of the Left and Right flight controls on the screen. -
Page 19: Flight Screen
Flight Screen Photo Video Gallery Speed Intuitive Controls Setting Mode ON/OFF Back Flight & Trim Flips camera image. Auto-Land Controls Controls VR Mode Press to activate motors. Press to land and shut down Split screen ON/OFF motors automatically. for VR headset. Press to shut down motors. -
Page 20: Smartphone Cradle
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 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. NOTE: •... -
Page 22: Camera & Memory Card
Camera & Memory Card Use the camera controls in the Sky Rider app to save images and video directly to your phone. A Micro-SD memory card (not included) may be installed in the camera for additional storage options. Maximum card size is 32GB. -
Page 23: Repair
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 24: 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 25: Customer Support
Customer Support Contact Information Warranty Website: www.gpx.com See included 30 Day Warranty for warranty information. Warranty and Email Support: prodinfo@dpiinc.com the most up-to-date version of this User’s Guide can also be found at: Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.com http://gpx.com/drw637.html 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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