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Griffon Pro
User's Guide for Model DRW618 v2171-01

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  • Page 1 Griffon Pro User’s Guide for Model DRW618 v2171-01...
  • Page 2 Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions Additional Warnings & Precautions CAUTION FCC Warnings...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Eagle 3 Pro Wi-Fi Drone Sky Rider Voyage App FAA Information: Flying Your Drone Under Free Download – 16 the Special Rule for Model Aircraft – 4 Connect to Wi-Fi – 16 Features – 4 Settings Screen – 17 Includes –...
  • Page 4: Eagle 3 Pro Wi-Fi Drone

    Eagle 3 Pro Wi-Fi Drone FAA Information: Flying Your Drone Under the Special Rule for Model Aircraft To fly under the Special Rule for Model Aircraft you must: Fly for hobby or recreation ONLY Register your model aircraft Fly within visual line-of-sight Follow community-based safety guidelines and fly within the programming of a nationwide community-based organization Fly a drone under 55 lbs.
  • Page 5: Diagram & Specifications

    Diagram & Specifications Dimensions: 320x320x85mm/12.5x12.5x3.3 in. (LWH) Weight: 294g/10.4 oz/0.65lb Battery Compartment Rotor Rotor Guard (rear) LED Lights Blue LEDs indicate the front of the craft. Red LEDs indicate the rear Power Switch of the craft. located next to the camera Camera (underside)
  • Page 6: Assembly

    Assembly Rotor Guards Attach each rotor guard as shown, then tighten with a screw in the center location using the included screwdriver. Landing Struts Place each landing strut on the underside of the craft as shown and press firmly into place. Camera Adjustment Rotate the camera lens to change the viewing angle.
  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Remote Control Functions Trim Reset Press to reset trim settings to default. Emergency Stop Start/Landing Press to quickly Press to start rotors. stop the rotors Press to automatically from turning. land the drone. Speed Setting RESET PITCH STOP ROLL ROLL Power Switch Left Control Stick Increase Throttle:...
  • Page 8: Battery Installation

    Remote Control Battery Installation 6 x AA 6x AA Batteries batteries...
  • Page 9: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Information & Procedure The craft’s battery must be charged before it can be flown. To avoid risk of injury or damage, be sure the craft and remote control are both powered OFF and remove the battery from the craft when charging. Charging time is approximately 150 minutes. Charge fully before use for best performance.
  • Page 10: Flying

    Flying Remote Link & Calibration 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 battery installed, the battery compartment closed, and the craft and remote powered OFF.
  • Page 11: Flight Controls

    Flight Controls Pitch Altitude Roll Roll Altitude Pitch Left Stick controls Altitude Right Stick controls Pitch (forward/ (power) and Yaw (spin). backward) and Roll (left/right). RESET PITCH STOP ROLL ROLL...
  • Page 12: Setting Trim & Countering Drift

    Flying 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 better control of 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 and adjust one trim setting at a time to avoid confusion.
  • Page 13: Gyroscope Recalibration

    Craft drifts left or right. Adjust Roll Trim. RESET STOP PITCH ROLL ROLL Gyroscope Recalibration Remote Trim Reset If the craft is having difficulty flying or is If you are still having difficulty flying, it may behaving erratically, its gyroscopes may help to reset the trim adjustments on the need to be recalibrated.
  • Page 14: Tips For Safe Operation

    Flying 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 may be drawn towards them if closer than 2-3 feet.
  • Page 15: Flips

    Flips Before attempting a flip, be sure that there is ample clear space around the craft, ideally 9-10 ft. in all directions. It is not recommended to attempt to flip around or through any obstacles, as this may result in unintended damage. Press the Right Control Stick to activate Flip Mode, then move it in any direction and the craft will perform a flip in the same direction.
  • Page 16: Sky Rider Voyage App

    Sky Rider Voyage App The Sky Rider Voyage app will allow you to fly the drone and capture images and video displayed from the drone’s camera to your smartphone’s screen. Connect your smartphone to the craft’s Wi-Fi signal and start flying!
  • Page 17: Settings Screen

    Settings Screen Flight Attitude Parameters Parameters Auto Save - Trim settings adjusted in the app will be saved for future flights. Be sure to reset the parameters before flying a different craft with the app. Reset Fine Tune Parameters - Reset trim settings to default. Interface Settings Right Hand Mode - Reverses the Left and Right flight controls on the screen.
  • Page 18: Sky Rider View App

    Sky Rider View App Screen Controls 1. Back to Home Screen 6. Flip Camera View 180° 2. Take Photo 7. 3D View (VR Mode) 3. Record Video 8. Intuitive Mode 4. Photo/Video Gallery 9. Flight Control On/Off (see next page) 5.
  • Page 19: Flight Controls

    Flight Controls 1. Throttle/Yaw Control 5. Gyro Calibration 10. Roll Trim 2. Pitch/Roll Control 6. Reset Trim 11. Pitch Trim 3. Altitude Hold/Hover 7. Take OFF 12. Land Controls ON or OFF 8. Yaw Trim 4. Headless Mode 9. Emergency Stop Altitude Hold/Hover Controls NOTE: The Griffon Pro drone must have the Altitude Hold/Hover control enabled to fly.
  • Page 20: Using The Remote & App Together

    Sky Rider View App Using the Remote & App Together It can be easier to capture photos and video by using the remote to fly the drone and using the app in a viewing only method. Use the app and the remote together by attaching the smartphone holder (included) to the remote and placing your phone in the holder.
  • Page 21: 3D Mode

    3D Mode VR Mode splits the phone’s screen for use in a VR headset. Press the 3D 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: On screen flight controls are locked out in VR Mode.
  • Page 22: Parts & Repair

    Parts & 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, etc. can be ordered by placing an inquiry with our parts department at: partsinfo@dpiinc.com.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide 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 Check craft battery, be power plugs. sure it is fully charged. Craft is out of range. Be sure the power plugs are firmly connected.
  • Page 24: Customer Support

    Customer Support Contact Information Warranty Website: www.gpx.com See included 30 Day Warranty for warranty information. Warranty and the most up-to- Email Support: prodinfo@dpiinc.com date version of this User’s Guide can also be found at: www.gpx.com Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.com 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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