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- Page 1 OPERATORS MANUAL REVISION JAN 1, 2018 ©2018 xCraft Enterprises X2 Geo is a trademark of xCraft Enterprises...
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Page 2: Support
NOTE Dear xCraft Pilot, Thank you for purchasing the x2 Geo! Please note that while the enclosed information is valid at the time of shipping, it is important to check all of the appropriate and up to date legal and nonlegal information on our website: xcraft.io Also, remember to register your x2 Geo at: https://www.faa.gov/uas/registration/... -
Page 3: Attention / Safety And Compliance
Enterprises. This Operating and Maintenance Manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all of the instructions and warnings in the x2 Geo user manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate the product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury. -
Page 4: Parts List
PARTS LIST LONG RANGE TELEMETRY KICKSTAND SPARE PROPS (3) 10X5 R, (3) 10X5, (1) FOLDING TOOLKIT TRANSMITTER BATTERIES CHARGER USB CABLE MICRO-USB CABLE TRANSMITTER X2 Geo Storage Container Parts List (Photo) X2 GEO VEHICLE BATTERY BATTERY PYLON... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
ATTENTION / SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE ........3 PARTS LIST .................4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............5 DEFINITION OF TERMS............6 PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT PREPARING THE VEHICLE ..........9 CONNECTING RFD 900+ TELEMETRY ......11 CALIBRATING YOUR X2 GEO ........12 FLYING THE X2 GEO AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT - PLANNING WAYPOINT MISSION ...14... -
Page 6: Definition Of Terms
DEFINITION OF TERMS 1. x2 Geo The x2 Geo is a powerful, multi-rotor machine. This hybrid VTOL craft combines the precision of a quadcopter with the speed and endurance of a fixed wing aircraft. Definition of components is provided below. - Page 7 DEFINITION OF TERMS Right Left Elevon Elevon BOTTOM Kickstand...
- Page 8 DEFINITION OF TERMS 2. Transmitter VTOL MODE Hover- -Stabilize -Hold Position Cruise- -Mission q Power Switch r Pitch / Roll w Display t VTOL Switch e Throttle / Yaw y Mode Switch...
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Page 9: Preparing The X2 Geo For Flight
Assemble your x2 Geo (see parts list) Open your x2 Geo case on a flat level surface. Remove pylon, kickstand and x2 Geo vehicle from case to begin assembly. Attach pylon to x2 Geo with bolts and washer. Attach kickstand with screw and nut. - Page 10 PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT PREPARING VEHICLE Attach 10x5 propeller (silver spinner) on right wing motor. Letters facing up! Right wing motor Attach 10x5R propeller (black spinner) on left wing motor Note: This spinner is reverse threaded. Letters facing up!
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Page 11: Connecting Rfd 900+ Telemetry
PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT CONNECTING THE RFD 900+ TELEMETRY STEP 2: Connect RFD 900+ Long Range Telemetry (If not already installed you can download the QGroundControl program online at www. qgroundcontrol.com/downloads). It is a free open-source program. As of the writing of this manual version 3.1.3 is recommended. -
Page 12: Calibrating Your X2 Geo
PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT CALIBRATING YOUR X2 GEO It is recommended that compass and level-horizon calibrations be performed before the first flight of each day. Perfom other calibrations only when necessary or after updating firmware. Diagram 01 - Vehicle Setup Open QGroundControl &... - Page 13 PREPARING THE X2 GEO FOR FLIGHT CALIBRATING YOUR X2 GEO Diagram 03 - Calibrating Gyroscope Diagram 04 Error notification Status bar Error Reports...
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Page 14: Flying The X2 Geo
FLYING THE X2 GEO AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT - PLANNING WAYPOINT MISSION STEP 1: Click and find your flying location on the map. STEP 2: Planning Waypoint Mission Click the icon to begin creating your mission plan. Click on map to add waypoints. -
Page 15: Autonomous Flight - Planning Survey Mission
FLYING THE X2 GEO AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT - PLANNING SURVEY MISSION STEP 1: Click and find your flying location on the map. STEP 2: Planning Survey Mission Click the and set VTOL takeoff and transition. Set altitude to desired transition altitude. -
Page 16: Flying The Autonomous Mission
FLYING THE X2 GEO FLYING THE AUTONOMOUS MISSION Flying the Autonomous Mission Place the vehicle on a flat and stable surface ensuring no overhead obstructions above or within 20 meters around vehicle. Insure vehicle has a 3D GPS fix (see diagram 08 for status indications). -
Page 17: Manual Flight
Arm the vehicle by moving the transmitter’s left stick all the way down and to the right. Hold until motors begin to spin. Throttle up to take off. The x2 Geo will follow your guidence per diagrams on the next page. Use the transmitter VTOL switch to toggle between hover and cruise flight. - Page 18 FLYING THE X2 GEO MANUAL FLIGHT THROTTLE (inactive for Cruise) PITCH ROLL...
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Page 19: Sensors
SENSORS SONY Sony DSC-WX220 (18.2 MP) MAPIR MAPIR Survey3 (12 MP) - Page 20 DATA PROCESSING Many different file processing software packages are available. Below are several options to consider depending on type of data and desired output. Pix 4D ..................www.Pix4d.com Event 38 Unmanned Systems ............www.Event38.com Dronifi ..................www.Dronifi.com Drone Deploy ..............www.Dronedeploy.com...
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Page 21: Updating Firmware
In the dropdown click custom firmware file. Click ‘OK’ when selected. In popup window select the most up to date firmware file provided by xCraft. Contact xCraft or authorized dealer for the most recent firmware. Leave USB connected until “upgrade completed” mes- sage appears;... -
Page 22: Data Processing
DATA PROCESSING Open QGroundControl. Connect vehicle via USB cable. Click Click on the right. Diagram 07 - Logs As log files appear, select each one that you want to download and click Save to folder of choice. -
Page 23: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIRING AIRFRAME: All repairs should be handled by a certified repair facility. Please visit www.xcraft.io for a list of qualified facilities. ERROR CODES: Diagram 08 - Status Light Status Indicator Light COLOR STATUS INDICATION red-continuous-Flashing ..error: will not arm. (See QGroundControl) Blue-Pulsing .............Waiting for GPS lock... -
Page 24: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Takeoff and Landing Vertical Maximum Flight Time 35 Minutes Speed 0-105 km/h (0-65 MPH) Wind Resistance Up to 45 km/h (12M/S OR 28 MPH) Maximum Telemetry Range 45 km (28 miles) Maximum Coverage (Single Flight) 12 km² @ 305m (3000 acres @ 1000ft) 2 Km²... -
Page 25: Notices & Warnings
Important Note: All safety precautions and warnings, instructions, warranties and other collateral information is subject to change at the sole discretion of xCraft Enterprises. For the most up-to-date information please contact xCraft Support. The following special language terms are used throughout the... - Page 26 NOTICES AND WARNINGS Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specifically designed and protected for use in water. Moisture causes damage to electronic components and parts. Never place any portion of the aircraft or any related accessories, components or parts in your mouth as doing so could cause serious injury or even death.
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Page 27: Legal Terms & Conditions
LEGAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS Warranty This section contains the legal terms and conditions relating to the use and operation of the x2 Geo. Please read it thoroughly. The below terms and conditions affect and limit your legal rights. Limited Warranty xCraft Enterprises, INC (“xCraft”) warrants to the first purchaser of this product that at the time of purchase... - Page 28 Geo, regardless of whether based upon negligence, strict liability in tort, breach of warranty or other theory of recovery or any other cause of action.
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Page 29: Regulatory Compliance & Government Regulations
GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS As an x2 Geo operator, you are solely responsible for assuring your operation of the x2 Geo is conducted safely and in accordance with all local laws and regulations. Below are links for regulatory information on flying unmanned devices in differing jurisdictions, which operators may use as a starting point to research and become familiar with the applicable local laws and regulations.