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Summary of Contents for Bitcraze Crazyflie 2.1

  • Page 1 Crazyflie 2.1 kit user manual Document version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Insert the motor in the motor mount Attach the propellers Attach the foam pad Attach headers Attach the battery Assembled Crazyflie 2.1 should look like this Power on! Getting to know your Crazyflie Start up sequence Understanding LEDs Installing on a mobile device Install the app Connect to the Crazyflie 2.X...

  • Page 3: Safety And Regulatory Information

    Please contact Bitcraze AB for the latest version of this documentation.
  • Page 4 To avoid damaging the product or the battery, this product can only be used with compatible battery. Warning​ : To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts or circuit, expose to temperature above 60°C (140°F), or dispose of in fire or water.

  • Page 5: Assembly

    Insert the motor in the motor mount Insert the motor mounts on the Crazyflie 2.1 wings. They are press fit and might need a small amount of force. Make sure they go all the way to the stop. It’s not important which motor you put where.

  • Page 6: Attach The Propellers

    Here’s a detailed view of where to attach CW and CCW propellers. Attach the foam pad The rubber pad should be attached to the Crazyflie 2.1 between the expansion headers on the top side. This will create friction to keep the battery from slipping out and also protect the electronics.

  • Page 7: Attach The Battery

    Now connect the battery and you are finished with the assembly. The battery wires can preferably be bent and placed underneath the PCB to be out of the way. Assembled Crazyflie 2.1 should look like this Power on! The assembly is finished, now it’s time to power it on! Note that the power button is a push button, not a sliding button.

  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Crazyflie

    1. Run self tests - the Crazyflie 2.1 checks that the hardware is OK 2. Calibrate sensors - the Crazyflie 2.1 reads its sensors to get base values. It must be absolutely still to do this, so it’s best to put it on a level surface for a second.

  • Page 9: Understanding Leds

    LED (1) is blinking red with 2 seconds interval. Put the Crazyflie 2.1 on a level surface and keep it absolutely still to calibrate. ● Radio connected: The front left LED (4) is flickering in red and/or green.

  • Page 10: Installing On A Mobile Device

    Installing on a mobile device It is really easy to install the app and connect to the Crazyflie 2.1. All you need is an Android or iPhone/iPad device that supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Install the app The Crazyflie client is available for Android and iOS. Search for it on Google Play and Apple iTunes.

  • Page 11: Flying

    Flying Now it’s time to do some flying, but first there are some basics you need to know about. Orientation First of all, it is much easier to fly when the copter is pointing away from you. The blue LEDs are on the back, so keep them pointing in your direction when starting to fly.

  • Page 12: The Mobile App Controller

    Charging the battery To charge the battery of the Crazyflie 2.1, just plug in a micro USB cable. Make sure the Crazyflie is powered on. While the battery is charging, the back left blue LED will blink.

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