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SKYCAT PARACHUTE SYSTEM
USER MANUAL
v3.5 - 3/2018
PRO SERIES LAUNCHERS
Thank you for choosing Skycat.pro!
We want to offer uncompromised customer service to all our old and new
customers. Our team has years of experience in various fields of the UAV
industry and based on this experience and feedback from our clients, we
recognize the importance of customer-oriented approach. Our first goal is to
stand out from the crowd, in a positive way.
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- Page 1 USER MANUAL v3.5 - 3/2018 PRO SERIES LAUNCHERS Thank you for choosing Skycat.pro! We want to offer uncompromised customer service to all our old and new customers. Our team has years of experience in various fields of the UAV industry and based on this experience and feedback from our clients, we recognize the importance of customer-oriented approach.
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Page 2: Introduction And Important Knowledge
- Only launch Skycat towards free airspace. Never point or launch towards people or animals. - Do not expose Skycat system to rain or use near flammable materials. - Don’t try to repair damaged components. Contact Skycat for repair and spare part services. -
Page 3: Skycat Launcher
Skycat launcher - Do not trigger Skycat launcher empty. Piston may slide out and break. - Do not eject on grass, sand or other loose materials. Airflow generated by the piston can lift debris into the launcher. - Only use Skycat launcher to eject a parachute and not other items. -
Page 4: How Does Skycat.pro Parachute System Work
How does Skycat.pro parachute system work? Parachute is folded into a compact package and slid into the Skycat launcher. Skycat Trigger connects the launcher to power and control sources. Trigger is controlled via the PWM channel of Skycat Rescue Radio receiver, or any other standard RC PWM source. -
Page 5: System Power Requirements
Launch battery requirements: - V2 trigger: 3-4S Li-Po, V3 Pro trigger: 3-6S Li-Po - Capacity 1000mAh or bigger. - Sufficient C value (able to provide 30A continuous and 70A peak current in all working temperatures). www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 6: Creating A Fuse
Two correctly crimped locks offer required strength to operate in any condition. However, our recommendation is to use four locks, when parachute system is used in-flight. Only use genuine Skycat FUSE® wire. Using other wire may damage the system. www.skycat.pro... -
Page 7: Launcher Arming
Always detach launcher from the aircraft while arming. Hold the launcher firmly, launcher spring is strong. Use of safety goggles is recommended. Make sure that the fuse contacts the pins at both ends, before sliding in the folded parachute. Arming Demonstration: www.tinyurl.com/skycat-launcher-arming www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 8: Parachute Folding
Parachute folding • Always fold on a clean and dry surface. Wrap Skycat parachute cloth around the parachute so that black side faces out. • If launcher stays loaded for over two months, it is recommended to refold the parachute. This can decrease deployment distance in an emergency. -
Page 9: Trigger Unit
Launch signal detected at power up* *If launch is activated when battery is connected, parachute will not be ejected. Trigger will not accept eject command until channel is toggled OFF and ON, i.e Rescue Radio is switched OFF and ON. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 10: Trigger Unit Connections
Trigger unit connections If launcher and trigger are mounted close to each other, trigger leads can be shortened. Decide mounting locations for all Skycat components: - Launcher and battery should be easy to connect and disconnect. - Visibility of the status LED helps with setup. A multimeter can also be used to determine trigger status. -
Page 11: Trigger Unit Mounting
Trigger unit mounting Mount trigger to your aircraft with velcro or double sided tape. Make sure all wires are free of tension and securely fastened away from sharp corners. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 12: Rescue Radio
(outputs 100mW / 500mW if required). Please check your country’s regulations and re-configure if required. Do not operate using illegal power output. Skycat will not take responsibility for illegal operation. Rescue Radio can be ordered pre-configured to preferred power output, per request. - Page 13 Rescue radio mounting 1. Mount Skycat Rescue Radio to the handle your transmitter. 2. Mount external launch button onto a preferred location using double sided tape. 3. Secure the cable in place with a cable tie (near the launch button, to relieve strain and to prevent cable failure).
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Page 14: Launcher Mounting
Launcher mounting Launcher can be mounted with a ready-to-use Skycat mount, or a custom mount. - Point launcher up, away from propellers. Do not mount horizontally or pointing down. - Launcher needs to be supported from the base, against recoil forces created by the parachute launch. -
Page 15: Harness Lines
70 cm segments for 50 cm target length. 1. Fold a 8cm (3.1 in) segment at the end of the line. 2. Make a figure-of-eight knot according to the image above and pull it tight. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... - Page 16 Result is a ready-to-use harness line with fixed length. Tip: Add tape to hold the loop while making the knot. Pro Harness Upgrade Pro Harness Upgrade replaces the stock line with ready-to-use harness lines. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved...
- Page 17 Connecting harness to airframe Loop the harness line around the boom or other durable location of your airframe and pull the line through the loop. Connecting harness to parachute Harness lines and parachute are joined with a quick lock. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved...
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Page 18: Shock Cord
Optional shock cord adds distance between the parachute and harness lines and helps to stabilize the descent, especially in windy weather. A quick lock connects shock cord to the harness lines. Parachute is connected without a quick lock. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 19: Transmitter Setup (Standard Rc Radios)
To achieve all of the above, please refer to the manual of your transmitter. We have made instructions for some transmitters, you can find them at our download page: www.skycat.pro/downloads-1 www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 20: Fail-Safe Setup (Standard Rc Radios)
If you chose to eject the parachute, motors should stop and trigger should activate. If you chose to activate your flight controller’s failsafe, trigger should not activate. For instructions on how to set-up failsafe, please refer to the manual of your transmitter. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 21: Recommended Testing Before First Flight
Recommended testing before first flight We recommend launching your Skycat system a few times as an exercise, before using in-flight. Careful installation is essential, to achieve best possible performance. Do not launch on grass, sand, or other loose material. Airflow generated by the piston can suck debris into the launcher. -
Page 22: Check Procedures
2) Connect a multimeter or a suitable light bulb to the trigger output. 3) Power on your Rescue radio and parachute system. 4) Press the Rescue Radio eject button. 5) Check that trigger outputs voltage / bulb lights up. Remember to re- connect launcher before flying! www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 23: Basic Maintenance
This can decrease the opening distance in an emergency. IMPORTANT Do not use or try to repair damaged parts! Skycat offers extensive repair and spare part services, don’t hesitate to contact us. www.skycat.pro All Rights Reserved... -
Page 24: How And When To Use Skycat.pro Parachute System
How and when to use skycat.pro parachute system Only use Skycat parachute system in the event of emergency or for testing, not for regular landings. Skycat is designed to reduce the impact energy of your aircraft. It does not remove the possibility of damage to people, surroundings or to your aircraft. -
Page 25: System Specifications
• Diameter: 68 mm / 2.68 in • Length: 229 mm / 9.02 in • Weight 189 grams / 6.67 oz Skycat Rescue Radio Specifications • Operation voltage: 3 cell Li-Po (11.1V). • Supported modules: TBS Crossfire TX / TBS Crossfire Micro TX. - Page 26 • Required battery specs: Sufficient C value, able to provide 30A continuous and 70A peak current in all working temperatures. Skycat V3 Pro trigger unit specifications • Min voltage: 3 cell Li-Po (11,1 V). • Max voltage: 6 cell Li-Po (22,2 V).
- Page 27 Skycat does not assume any liability, whether direct or indirect from the use of Skycat products. In no event shall Skycat be liable for personal injury up to and including death.
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