Table of contents Page Introduction ................................4 Explanation of symbols ............................4 Intended use ................................5 Product description ..............................5 Package contents ..............................6 Safety information ..............................7 a) General information ............................7 b) Before first use ..............................8 c) During use ..............................8 Battery information ...............................9 a) General information ............................9 b) Additional information about lithium rechargeable batteries ................10 Preparations for flying ............................12 a) Inserting batteries into the remote control ....................12...
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Page 12. First take-off ...............................19 a) Starting the quadcopter ..........................19 b) Trimming the quadcopter ..........................20 c) Calibrating the quadcopter ..........................20 d) Using the automatic take-off/automatic landing button ................21 e) Flight movements ............................21 f) Flip function ..............................22 g) Headless mode ............................23 h) Return function ............................24 13.
1. Introduction Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. This product complies with statutory national and European regulations. To ensure that the product remains in this state and to guarantee safe operation, always follow the instructions in this manual. These operating instructions are part of this product.
4. Product description The "Pocket Drone FPV" is a pre-assembled quadcopter with four rotors and a built-in camera. Quadcopters are used to complete a wide range of tasks. The four rotors can be folded inwards to make the quadcopter easy to transport.
5. Package contents • Pre-assembled Pocket Drone FPV quadcopter with built-in LiPo battery • Remote control • USB battery charger • Two spare rotors (front) • Two spare rotors (rear) • Accessories (tools for changing the propellers) • Operating instructions Up-to-date operating instructions To download the latest operating instructions, visit www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR...
6. Safety information Damage caused due to failure to observe these instructions will void the warranty. We shall not be liable for any consequential damages. We shall not be liable for damage to property or personal injury caused by incorrect handling or failure to observe the safety information! Such cases will void the warranty/guarantee.
b) Before first use • You must learn how to use and control remote-controlled quadcopters. If you have not used such models before, proceed with caution and learn how the model reacts to remote control commands. Be patient! • Ensure that there are no other models on the same frequency (2.4 GHz) within range of the remote control.
7. Battery information Batteries present numerous safety hazards. Compared with conventional NiMH rechargeable bat- teries, LiPo/Li-ion rechargeable batteries have a high energy content. For this reason, it is essential to comply with safety regulations to prevent the risk of a fire or explosion. Always observe the following safety information when handling batteries.
• To charge the battery, place the charger and quadcopter on a non-flammable, heat-resistant surface (e.g. stone tiles). Keep the charger and quadcopter away from flammable objects. Ensure that there is a sufficient distance between the charger and the quadcopter. •...
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• Always use a compatible charger to charge lithium batteries and ensure that the charging specifications are correct. Do not use NiCd, NiMH or lead-acid battery chargers, as these may cause a fire or explo- sion! Always select the correct charging specifications for your rechargeable battery. •...
8. Preparations for flying a) Inserting batteries into the remote control Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote control. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow (A) and lift the cover off the compartment. Insert two AAA batteries in the correct polarity (B).
c) Final assembly The model is pre-assembled and ready for use. It features foldable rotors to ensure a compact design and to make the quadcopter easier to transport. The rotors must be folded outwards before take-off. To fold out the rotors, press the two unlock buttons (see figure 3, position A) until the rotors click into place (B).
10. Safety features The "Pocket Drone FPV" quadcopter and remote control come with a range of safety features to prevent the model from being damaged and reduce possible damage to a minimum. The LED indicator on the quadcopter and the optical warning signal on the remote control indicate when a safety feature is activated.
11. Before first use This manual uses the standard terms for controlling a quadcopter. These are used in aviation terminology and are in widespread use. Directions are given from the perspective of a "virtual" pilot. The direction is indicated by the red LEDs in the chassis (these indicate "backwards").
b) Yaw function "Yaw" refers to the rotation of the quadcopter about the vertical axis. This movement occurs either unintentionally due to the torque of the rotors, or intentionally to change the flight direction. The yaw is controlled by changing the speed of the individual rotors.
d) Roll function "Roll" refers to the movement of the quadcopter about the longitudinal axis (comparable to the sidewards movement of a ball or crab). One side of the quadcopter is lifted to make the quadcopter move sideways (independent of the forwards/backwards motion).
12. First take-off a) Starting the quadcopter You must learn how to use and control a remote-controlled quadcopter. If you have not driven a similar model before, proceed with caution and learn how the model reacts to remote control commands. Be patient! Refer to the instructions in section 11.
b) Trimming the quadcopter The quadcopter is not 100% stable and may drift in a certain direction. This is caused by external factors (e.g. wind) and incorrectly calibrated sensors (gyroscopes). This is normal and the drift can be largely eliminated by calibrating the sensors and using the trim function. If the quadcopter drifts in one direction, trim the quadcopter in the opposite direction using the corresponding trim on the remote control.
d) Using the automatic take-off/automatic landing button Important! The quadcopter must not be surrounded by any obstacles. This feature is therefore only suitable or use in large rooms/halls or outdoors. For safety reasons, people and objects must be at least 2 m away from the take-off position.
f) Flip function The quadcopter can make flip manoeuvres (360° turn). To use the flip function, move the quadcopter to a height of at least 3 m and make it hover at a sufficient distance from the pilot and other obstacles. Press the flip button (figure 4, position 3) on the remote control.
g) Headless mode In headless mode, the quadcopter always moves in the direction of the remote control levers, regardless of its orienta- tion. For example, when you move the control lever to the right, the quadcopter will always move to the right (regard- less of which direction the quadcopter is facing).
h) Return function The quadcopter features a return button that returns the quadcopter to the pilot. This button can also be used in head- less mode (see previous section). To use the return function, press the return button on the remote control (see figure 4, position 12).
Depending on your operating system, scan one of the QR codes below (iOS or Android). You will be automatically directed to the download page for the current version of the app. Alternatively, search for the "REELY" app in the App Store (Apple devices) or Google Play Store (Android devices). REELY...
(similar to a Wi-Fi router). On your smartphone, go to "Settings" and enable Wi-Fi. Search for the "REELY-xxxxx" network (xxxxx = number/ letter combination) from the list of available Wi-Fi networks. This network is generated by the quadcopter and must be connected to your smartphone.
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Select "CONNECT" (B) to open the interface in figure 14. Figure 14 The icons in the top row (1–9, see figure 14) have the following functions: 1 Exit the current screen 2 Take a photo with the quadcopter camera 3 Record a video with the quadcopter camera 4 View saved images and videos 5 Flight mode (30 % = Beginner, 60 % = Advanced, 100 % = Professional;...
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When you select the cog icon (see figure 15, position 9), the following additional icons are displayed: Figure 15 20 "REV": Rotates the camera image by 180° 21 "VR": Displays a live 3D image (requires a VR headset). 22 Headless mode (see section 12) 23 Calibration (calibrates the sensors in the quadcopter, see section 12)
e) In-app controls Symbol #8 ("OFF") must be selected in order to start the quadcopter with the app. When you select this symbol, it changes to "ON" and the control icons are displayed. Select symbol #6 to display additional icons in the centre of the display.
You can also capture images during video recordings. 14. Controlling the quadcopter with your smartphone The "Pocket Drone FPV" quadcopter can be controlled with a smartphone instead of the remote control. There are two possibilities that are displayed in sequence.
Switch the quadcopter on. The LEDs in the outrigger arms will start to flash and the quadcopter will emit a Wi-Fi signal. Switch on your smartphone. Go to "Settings/Wi-Fi" and connect your smartphone to the "REELY-xxxx") network. On your smartphone, launch the "REELY" app for the "Pocket Drone".
c) Other in-app controls By default (see figure 14, position 5), the app is set to 30 % of the maximum steering range. This corresponds to beginner mode (see section 11) and restricts the impact of steering commands. An additional bar is displayed when you touch this icon again (figure 14, position 5). The steering range is now set to approximately 60 % of the maximum.
Touch the cog icon (figure 14, position 9) to display additional control icons. Touch the "REV" icon (figure 15, position 20) to invert the video image by 180° (the image will turn upside down). The "VR" icon (figure 15, position 21) activates a "quasi 3D mode". The live image from the camera is split into two parts on your smartphone screen.
15. Maintenance, servicing and repairs a) Regular cleaning The "Pocket Drone FPV" quadcopter has a very simple design. There are no mechanical parts that require lubrication or other maintenance. However, the quadcopter should be cleaned after each use to remove any dirt (e.g. woollen threads, hairs and dust).
16. Disposal a) Product Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be placed in household waste. Always dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations. Remove any inserted batteries and dispose of them separately from the product. b) Batteries You are required by law to return all used batteries (Battery Directive).
18. Technical data a) Remote control Frequency range ..........2.451 - 2.478 GHz Transmission power..........10 dBm Remote control range ........Max. 20 - 30 m (with no obstructions) Operating voltage ..........3 V/DC (2 AAA batteries) Dimensions (W x L x H) ........130 x 61 x 17 mm Weight (without batteries) .........Approx.
e) Quadcopter battery Rated voltage ...........3.7 V/DC Capacity ............250 mAh Discharge rate ..........Max. 20 C The quadcopter battery is built into the quadcopter and cannot be replaced. f) USB battery charger Operating voltage ..........5 V/DC (via USB) Required input current ........min. 500 mA End-of-charge voltage ........
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This is a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com). All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or the capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited. This publication represent the technical status at the time of printing.
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