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Summary of Contents for Action Drone AD2
- Page 1 USER MANUAL © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316...
- Page 2 ACTION DRONE SUPPORT Contact Action Drone USA for questions and technical help. support@actiondroneusa.com 1-619-870-1796 Monday–Friday, 9am-5pm PST www.actiondroneusa.com Shipping Address (not our physical address) Action Drone USA 2127 Olympic Pkwy, Ste 1006-224 Chula Vista, CA 91915 United States *Gimbal & CAMERA displayed on the Manual cover may vary from actual purchase AD2 User Manual V1-052316 ©...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Landing Sequence ....................................23 PILOT MANUAL ....................................24-29 Beginner Maneuvers ..................................24-25 Intermediate Maneuvers ................................26-27 Advanced Maneuvers ..................................28-29 TERMS ........................................30 Terms & Conditions ....................................30 Support ........................................30 © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316... -
Page 4: Introduction
Each user is responsible for following the flight rules and regulations set forth in their legal city, county, and country. Action Drone USA (Action Drone, Inc.) will not be held responsible for your actions, injuries, or damages caused by or through any products sold or endorsed by our resellers, vendors, affiliates, and hence forth, by improper or even proper use, under any circumstance whatsoever. -
Page 5: Setup Overview
AIRCRAFT FRAME The AD2 is an exceptional multi-rotor unmanned aerial system (sUAS) or unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), powered by four industrial-quality grade brushless motors and four 18-inch carbon fiber propellers. The lightweight, carbon fiber, “spider” frame design encases onboard computer electronics and communication components critical to flight operations. -
Page 6: Remote Controller
Figure 1.2: Battery Charger, Batteries, AD2 Battery Tray FPV EQUIPMENT The AD2 First Person View (FPV) standard equipment include one LCD screen; a video transmitter (VTX) into one on-board pilot camera; one pair of receiver (Rx) and transmitter (Tx) cloverleaf antennas; and one long range flat panel receiving antenna (Rx). -
Page 7: Gimbal & Camera
Gimbal & Camera PAYLOADS Versatile gimbal and payload options have integrated vibration dampening systems. The AD2 Frame can be modified to accommodate whatever your payload specifications. Your AD2 may have either of the following standard gimbals carrying either: GoPro Hero 4 Black, Sony a6000, Sony a7S, FLIR Thermal Vue, or MAPIR multi-spectral cameras. -
Page 8: System Operations
Propeller Orientation & Installation The propeller orientation is designed to stabilize motion and counteract torque IMPORTANT: When in flight. The AD2 quadcopter arrangement has one pair of propellers set to spin installing propellers counterclockwise (CCW) and the second pair in clockwise (CW) direction. - Page 9 Camera Sensors Your AD2 may have either of the following standard gimbals that can carry either: GoPro Hero 4 Black, Sony a6000, Sony a7S, FLIR Thermal Vue, MAPIR, or other multi-spectral cameras. By default, the main camera sensor(s) are not included in AD2 standard packages.
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Page 10: Radio Controller
Model Memories: 60 (extendable by SD card) Compatibility: FrSky X series, D series and V8-II series receivers (plus other receivers if an external module is used) < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316... - Page 11 The flight mode switch also has the ability to calibrate the GPS compass. See the next Flight Controller Chapter for compass calibration sequences. Activating the Calibration Mode will allow you to calibrate the GPS compass for safe and proper operation of the AD2’s GPS Mode and “Fail-Safe” features. Fail-Safe/Return-to-Home (RTH) Mode...
- Page 12 The antenna is the main transmitting mechanism of the radio. It should be oriented horizontally to allow stronger full range wavelength connections to the AD2. Vertical orientation causes a weak signal. Do not touch the antenna during operation. Doing so could interfere with transmission;...
- Page 13 We have programmed the “S1” knob for Gain Controls. This gives the ability to change how docile or aggressive the AD2 will fly with respect to your joystick input. This is useful for changing your AD2 handling in flight to adjust your flying skill levels with the current flight conditions, etc.
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Page 14: Flight Controllers, Groundstation Software, Calibration
AD2 system. Pixhawk Flight Controller We recommend using Pixhawk autopilot running ArduPilot copter software for the AD2 systems. ArduPilot is an open-source flight control based on the MAVlink communication protocol. The drone operator should have a general understanding of the Pixhawk flight controller and Mission Planner prior to operating and/or adjusting the AD2 system. - Page 15 (change from ROTATION_NONE). Compass orientations are relative to the flight controller, not the airframe! Most users will then only need to press the Live Calibration button and perform a Live Calibration. < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316...
- Page 16 Horizontal calibration: Pick up aircraft horizontally and rotate 360° - LED will appear green Vertical calibration: Now turn aircraft vertically, nose down, and rotate 360° - Control Mode LED normal. If LED appears red, repeat sequence. < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316...
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Page 17: Battery Use
Connect each battery to its corresponding XT-60 connector. To disconnect from the AD2 frame, detach both batteries’ XT-60 plugs and pinch the tray lock (on back end) to release. Be careful to support the battery weight while slowly sliding out the tray. -
Page 18: Cameras & Sensors
For 3D mapping, we recommend setting cameras to 1 picture per second, at 12 megapixels wide. The AD2 is standardized with an onboard FPV pilot camera for the On Screen Display (OSD) telemetry info displayed on the LCD Screen or user’s goggles (not included). Executing the “SB” switch can toggle views between the main camera and FPV camera. -
Page 19: Safety
Action Drone aerial systems are NOT toys. Minors should always fly under adult supervision. Fly with full attention at all times and never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Fly smart and fly safe. -
Page 20: Propellers
Practice safe handling. Before flight, first turn on the radio, then set radio aside (keep away from anyone who might accidentally engage motors) while plugging and unplugging the batteries to aircraft. IMPORTANT: When troubleshooting, never work on your AD2 with mounted propellers! BATTERY SAFETY HANDLING Figure 3.1: Propeller Installation... -
Page 21: Flight Operations
Secured Flight Controller & Connections … Secured Battery Charge … Confirm fully charged Battery Straps … Secure (do not plug into AD2 yet) Radio Battery Charge … Confirm fully charged Knobs, switches, and sticks … Inspect for full range of motion Antenna …... -
Page 22: Flight Checklist
Step 6 - Camera Power on camera…set record button. Return to radio. Move 3 meters away from AD2. Initiate start sequence to turn Step 7 - Start Sequence on motors. -
Page 23: Joystick Control
Auto Mode. Auto Mode must be switched off in order to activate RTH Mode. LANDING AND SHUTDOWN SEQUENCE (RTH) Step 1 - Bring to a hover at a low height. Slowly and incrementally bring thrust down until AD2 has landed. Step 2 - When AD2 has landed, bring thrust to zero. -
Page 24: Pilot Manual
4. Roll/Pitch. Slowly fly forward/back/left/right, keeping tail-end towards you, using right joystick to practice the (Roll/Pitch) movement. < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316... - Page 25 Now in reverse, practice flying 4-point box in counter-clockwise direction, keeping the tail-end towards you. Control in hover position at each point before proceeding to the next point. < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316...
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Page 26: Intermediate Maneuvers
4. Hover selfie. At a safe distance over 3 meters away, maintain hover with the camera pointed towards yourself and try to keep the aircraft in one place. < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316... -
Page 27: Advanced Maneuvers
Try to keep the altitude and circle, as uniform as possible. Next, practice flying counter-clockwise direction. < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316... - Page 28 8. Fly figure-8 patterns while experimenting with different orientations. For example, camera pointed towards direction or opposite/ left/ right the direction of travel, etc. Try to keep the altitude and circle, as uniform as possible. < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316...
- Page 29 2. When you can see the aircraft returning and it is safe again to pilot the aircraft, you can intercept the “RTH” Mode by switching off the “SG” switch (toggle away from you). Figure 4.1: Fail-Safe/RTH Mode Figure 4.2: “SG” Switch Fail-Safe/RTH Mode < BACK TO CONTENTS © Action Drone, Inc. All Rights Reserved. AD2 User Manual V1-052316...
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Page 30: Terms
For orders shipped outside USA, you are fully responsible for any and all import duties your local customs office may impose on your order. If a package is returned to Action Drone USA due to the Mail Carrier’s inability to collect customs duties or deliver the package to your provided ship-to address, Action Drone USA will not refund shipping costs when and if the package is returned to Action Drone USA.
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