Protocol VIDEODRONE XT Pilot's Handbook

VIDEODRONE XT
4-CHANNEL RADIO CONTROLLED
VIDEO QUAD-COPTER
FEATURING:
1. Four-Rotor design allows great speed and maneuverability for both Indoor and Outdoor use.
2. Built-in 6-axis Gyro ensures excellent stability.
3. Modular design for increased ease of maintenance.
4. 360-degree 3-dimensional stunt and tumbling function
The materials and specifications stated in this instruction manual are for reference only.
Remote Control
Battery cover
Remove battery cover from controller, insert 4 'AA' batteries, noting polarity indicators.
Replace battery cover.
1. Install batteries carefully.
2. Do not mix old and new batteries.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries.
FLYING THE QUAD-COPTER
Step 1: Connect the
Step 2: Slide power Step 3: Move the throttle
battery to the drone to
switch to 'ON'. The up and then down. The
turn the VideoDrone XT
remote will beep twice. remote will beep twice and
on and place it on a flat
the LED lights will stop
surface to allow calibration.
blinking. The quad-copter
and the remote are now
synced.
NOTE
1. If the VideoDrone and the remote do not sync after following the checklist, reverse the first
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two steps of the process. Turn both the VideoDrone and remote off. Then, turn on the
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remote first and then turn on the VideoDrone . Follow with Step 3.
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2. Turn on the controller; if, after 30 seconds, it has not recognized the quad-copter, turn off the
controller to retry synchronization.
3. If quad-copter's LED blinks slowly, it means that it has not recognized the controller; please
restart pre-flight procedure.
4. If the VideoDrone is unsteady in flight, it may not have been able to calibrate horizontally.
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Power down both vehicle and remote and restart pre-flight procedure.
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WARNING: Never remove the card from the video camera while the helicopter is turned on.
NOTES:
- All files on the card can be removed or erased without compromising the video camera.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Possible Cause Potential Solution
1. Communication between controller 1. To synchronize, turn on controller, then
and aircraft was not synchronized during turn on aircraft and place it on level
synchronization effort. ground. Move throttle stick all the way
VideoDrone XT
forward, then all the way back.
does not
2. Battery power depleted on either aircraft,
respond
controller, or both. 2. Charge aircraft and/or replace
batteries in controller.
1. Controller battery power nearly depleted. 1. Replace batteries in controller.
Response to
control inputs
2. Aircraft antenna is damaged. 2. Repair antenna.
intermittent
or erratic
VideoDrone XT 1. The aircraft was not on level ground 1. Re-synchronize aircraft and controller.
will not hover during synchronization.
or strafe
2. Reset the trim buttons on the controller
correctly
2. Trim settings are incorrect. and re-trim flight controls.
Thank you for your purchase of Protocol's VideoDrone XT 4-Channel RC Video Quad-Copter!
We know that accidents can sometimes happen and that is why we offer spare parts kits
on our website: ProtocolNY.com.
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VIDEODRONE XT
4 CH. RC VIDEO QUAD-COPTER
Thank you for your purchase of Protocol's VideoDrone XT 4 Channel RC
Video Quad-Copter. You are about to experience the best of what remote
control flight has to offer. We strongly recommend that you take the time to
read this manual thoroughly. It contains many tips and instructions on how to
get the most of this aircraft and maintain it for long life.
As with any aircraft, this is a precision flying machine. Treat it well and enjoy all
the fun it has to offer, flight after flight.
SCHEMATIC
Rotor Guard
Rotor
Canopy (Top)
Video Camera
Landing Gear
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
1. Keep small parts out of reach of children to avoid accidents.
2. The quad-copter is powerful and fast; accelerate gently to avoid damage and accidents.
3. After flying, disconnect the battery.
4. Keep the battery away from heat sources and / or fire.
5. Keep the quad-copter at a distance of at least 2 meters from yourself, others, and obstacles
to prevent damage.
6. Children should operate the quad-copter only under adult supervision.
7. The remote controller batteries can not be recharged. Do not mix new batteries with old batteries
or mix batteries of different types.
8. Always turn off both the transmitter and quad-copter when not in use.
9. Never attempt to short-circuit the battery terminals or the quad-copter.
INSTALL BLADE PROTECTION FRAME
FIG. 1
Install the blade protection frame to every corner and tighten the screws (Figure 1).
NOTE: If the quad-copter crashes, double check to make sure the blade protection frame is not loose. If it
is, re-tighten before flying.
HIGH, MEDIUM, & LOW SPEED MODES
The VideoDrone XT features 3 speed modes. Low speed is at 40%, Medium is at 70%, and High is at
100%. Choose the speed based on flight experience and level of comfort.
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MAINTENANCE
1. Clean the quad-copter with a clean, soft cloth.
2. Do not leave the quad-copter in the sun or a bright light.
3. Do not expose quad-copter or its electronic parts to moisture or water.
4. Regularly check connections and other parts.
5. If you find any defective part, stop flying until the repair.
READ FIRST BEFORE YOU FLY
1. Open battery cover (shown below)
2. Remove the battery from the quad-copter.
Rotor Guard Support
Canopy (Bottom)
Charging the Quad-Copter's On-Board Battery
Connect the battery to the supplied USB charging cable. Insert the USB end of the charging cable into
the USB port of any computer (or a USB port power adapter) to begin charging aircraft. The red LED
indicator will turn off during charging and will go on when the charging cycle has completed.
60 minutes of charging yields 7 minutes of flight.
1. When using a computer USB port as power
source, remember to unplug the USB cable
prior to shutting down computer.
2. Take care to insert charging cable in
correct orientation as reversing the polarity
may lead to malfunction.
*VideoDrone XT uses a 3.7V 350MA Li Po Battery
VIDEODRONE XT CONTROL
Move the left stick to the right.
Turn
right
Move the left stick to the left.
Turn
left
Move the left stick upward.
GO UP
Fine-tune turning left/right–
When quad-copter spins
to the left or right too
much, push this button
in the opposite direction
to even it out.
Move the left stick down.
Video
GO DOWN
Note: While fine-tuning flight characteristics, maintain constant position and altitude.
1. When charging, place product on a dry, well-ventilated surface and keep away from heat sources.
2. Always use adult supervision while charging.
3. As battery temperature is high immediately after flight, charge after cooling down for higher efficiency.
4. Do not strike or subject battery to hard impacts or sharp surfaces.
5. Do not use any other charger than that which is supplied with this item.
6. Do not use or leave battery near a heat source such as a fire or space heater; exposure to heat may
result in reduced performance or in some cases dangerous conditions.
7. If battery is left in charging state for an extended period of time after being fully charged, the battery
may automatically discharge.
8. Never leave the battery unattended during charging.
1. Do not immerse or submerge battery in water; store in a cool, dry location.
2. In order to increase battery longevity, avoid repeat charging and excessive discharging.
3. Charging battery approximately 55% capacity prior to long-term storage.
4. Do not disassemble battery.
ILLUSTRATION ON QUAD-COPTER CONTROLLER
Hi/Med/Lo Speed
Throttle
Turn Left/Right
Fine-tune turn
Indicator
Once you are familiar with the basics of quad-copter flight, you can try some
advanced maneuvers! Slowly raise the throttle. Press the direction control stick in.
Move the right stick to the left.
The remote will beep continuously and the drone is ready to flip. Once you have
completed a flip, the drone will automatically go back to normal mode.
Bank
left
Right Flip
Move the right stick to the right.
Bank
right
Front Flip
Move the right stick forward.
TOSS N' LAUNCH
FORWARD
Thanks to the 6-axis gyro, you can toss the quad-copter and push the throttle up. It will
automatically level out and hover smoothly in the sky.
PHOTOGRAPHY/ VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS
1. The memory card comes pre-inserted into the camera.
Fine-tune forward/backward –
When quad-copter veers forward
2. Turn the quad-copter on. The blue light of the camera will flash and then become steady. If the
or backward too much, push this
red indicator on the camera is continuously flashing, it means the memory card is not in the
button in the opposite direction to
even it out. camera. Please insert the memory card and the red indicator will turn off.
Shooting Photos and Video:
1. Turn on the transmitter and pull the throttle up and down to connect the quad-copter
and transmitter.
Fine-tune strafe left/right–
2. Photo: Push the Photo button and the camera will take a photo. The red indicator will flash once
When quad-copter veers to
as it's taking the picture.
the left or right too much,
push this button in the 3. Video: Push the Video and the camera will begin to record. The red indicator will stay on while
opposite direction to even
recording video. Push the Video button again and the camera will stop recording.
it out.
4. Plug the data transfer cable into the jack on the camera.
5. Place the USB end of the cable into the USB port of your computer. If you are using Windows,
the USB will come up on the removable drive. If you are using OS, then the USB will come up
as "Untitled".
Move the right stick backward.
Photo
6. Open the drive and then open the Video or Photo folders to access the .AVI or JPEG files.
7. .AVI movies can be played in several different formats including Quicktime, Windows Media
Player, and RealPlayer.
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2.4G Antenna
Power Switch
Fine-tune forward/back
mode selector
3D Stunt (press in)
Forward/Backward
Strafe Left/Right
left/right
Video
Photograph
Fine-tune strafe
light
right/left
Left Flip
360°
360°
flip
flip
Rear Flip
360°
360°
flip flip
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