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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING METABIRD
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
To read imperatively before first use.
14 + years old. THIS IS NOT A TOY!
Scan this QR code to access our "how to?" videos and
visualize the instructions below.
Et aussi - und auch:
LE MANUEL FRANCAIS - HANDBUCH IN DEUTSCH
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MetaBird-v1-03/15/20

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  • Page 1 THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING METABIRD INSTRUCTION MANUAL To read imperatively before first use. 14 + years old. THIS IS NOT A TOY! Scan this QR code to access our “how to?” videos and visualize the instructions below. Et aussi - und auch:...
  • Page 2 MetaBird in a few specs: - Ultra light bird, weight 9.30 g. - Custom developed micro coreless motor 1.6 Watt / aluminum heat sink. - 1:36 Reducer (patented) ultra-compact and lightweight (0.3 g). - Precise power control (128 steps). - Adjustable tail angle for slow or fast flights (indoor/outdoor).
  • Page 3 Protocol: Bluetooth 4 Engine rotation speed (no load): 53,000 rpm Engine rotation speed (full load): 35,000rpm Wings flapping frequency max: 18 Hz Wings flapping amplitude: 55 ° Ratio weight/wing area: 3.42 g/dm² Max wing thrust: 10 g Page 3 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 4 On the other hand, according to their aptitude, they can certainly try to control it in the air, under adult monitoring. Or simply enjoy watching MetaBird flying! Page 4 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 5 I – UNPACKING YOUR METABIRD Check your product is complete as described above. II – INSTALLING THE APPLICATION ON YOUR SMARTPHONE Visit the app store using your smartphone and search for “Bionic Bird”. Then, install “The Flying App” on your device.

  • Page 6: Application Operation

    - On the last page of the guide, you can also find a link to video tutorials, which are very useful for understanding the main instructions “first-hand”. Once in the “NEST”, press the “FIND BIRD” button to launch the bird detection screen. Page 6 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 7 NB: If more names appear, it’s because more birds have been detected nearby. Choose your bird. If this is the first time you use it, another screen appears to name your MetaBird. Next time, it will be recognized automatically with its name, and this screen will be skipped.
  • Page 8 Everything is controlled with a single hand. • Steering Wheel (landscape screen mode) – An interface where only the throttle is controlled by a touch slider, and changes in direction are Page 8 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 9 This is the most immersive mode, which quickly frees your mind from the commands and allows you to become one with your MetaBird. Tip: Don’t grasp your smartphone using your whole hand, rather rest it on your four fingers with your thumb on the front so you can give yourself the greatest freedom to tilt on both sides by turning your wrist.
  • Page 10 Then, glide your finger towards the top to accelerate, and towards the bottom to reduce the throttle. When CRUISE CONTROL is inactive, the cursor returns to zero as soon as you lift your finger (it springs back) Page 10 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 11 Choix du mode de Throttle touch slider: Touch anywhere on the screen and glide Throttle level towards the top indicator to accelerate. Activate Back to NEST speakerphone Cruise control On/Off Choix du mode de vol Page 11 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 12 To regain control of the throttle, simply touch the screen again with your thumb. Attention: In this scenario, there may be a lag when Page 12 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 13 Touch anywhere on the Choix du screen and then glide mode de your finger towards the top to accelerate and Cruise left and right to turn. control On/Off Activate Back to speakerphone « NEST » Page 13 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 14 Attention: Not touching the screen for extended periods can activate your smartphone’s standby screen during the flight if the power saving controls haven’t been changed. Page 14 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 15 When CRUISE CONTROL is inactive, the cursor returns to zero as soon as you lift your finger (it springs back) and the bird begins to glide. Place your finger on the screen again and slide it towards the top to set the Page 15 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...

  • Page 16: Advanced Settings

    12° and 23°. This angle allows you to alter the tolerance for holding the smartphone at a perfectly flat position, to avoid triggering a turn by a slight movement. Similarly, it’s possible to adjust the maximum Page 16 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 17 This angle allows you to alter the tolerance for holding the smartphone perfectly flat position, avoid triggering a turn by a slight movement. Similarly, it’s possible to adjust maximum steering angle between 20° and 50°. The maximum angle at Page 17 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 18 Throttle path: Set the desired length of the path (movement of the finger) to go from minimum to maximum power (15mm by default). Reverse the position of the joysticks Back to fly screen Reset factory settings “One finger” settings “Classic RC” settings Page 18 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 19 2 for the RC enthusiasts). Once your settings are finalised, click on the “Fly” button to return to the flying screen. Pressing the “RESET” button on the bottom of each setting screen allows you to restore the factory settings. Page 19 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 20 V- ASSEMBLING METABIRD 1/ TAIL 1 - Snap the tail end into its hole by pushing following Page 20 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 21 Select the right wing for the right side and the left wing for the left side (the upper side of the wing is the one printed). 1 – At rear, snap the back of the wing on the round knob of the steering mechanism. Page 21 on 30 MetaBird-v1-03/15/20...
  • Page 22 You should feel a click, meaning that the wing is correctly inserted. NB: Always hold the wings by the base, which is robust. VI – FLYING YOUR METABIRD Conditions of use: Indoor use doesn’t require any conditions except a room big enough to fly around without obstacle.
  • Page 23 The tail angle is adjustable (5 notches), making possible to adjust the speed of MetaBird. To change the notch, just push or pull on the base of the tail. Tail in slow flight position * For indoor flights, in a confined space, or for slow flights: set the tail in a high position (choose the notch n°...
  • Page 24 * Gliding flight: To make MetaBird glide: gain altitude, reduce speed and get the bird flying straight, then cut the throttle. * Out of range: If MetaBird flies out of range of the transmitter, just get closer to the bird and it will connect again immediately.
  • Page 25 *The direction stick is in the middle position but the MetaBird turn left or right in small circles. *It seems that the MetaBird turns more easily to one side than to the other. Then you will have to trim the wings.
  • Page 26 NB: Flying with tail set in a high (5) or low (1) position may require a different wing adjustment. In order to fly the MetaBird with tail in high position in a confined space and keep a precise control, it is recommended to do a very precise wing adjustment with the tail in that position.
  • Page 27 In order to protect the LI-PO battery inside your MetaBird, do not leave the bird totally discharged when you stop using it. Before to store it, remember to charge the bird a few minutes, and then to switch it OFF.
  • Page 28 Below 0°C (32 F), the wings may also unstick. It is advisable not to play in such low temperature. - The motor and clockworks inside MetaBird are very efficient, with very tight tolerance. They need a training period during which they will get free of frictions.

  • Page 29: Safety Precautions

    Do not play next to an animal or a person. Do not use near electrical lines or during a storm. Do not fly MetaBird near electrical lines, trees, buildings and any other obstacles. Page 29 on 30...

  • Page 30: Battery Cautions

    Keep away from water. Never fly or follow MetaBird in the streets. Keep away MetaBird from face and eye. Never put your fingers close to MetaBird when it moves. Always place the MetaBird on the "OFF" position when not flying.