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CUTA-COPTER EX-1 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual V1 www.cutacopteraustralia.com.au www.cutacopteraustralia.com.au...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you very much for purchasing the Cuta-Copter EX-1 fishing drone and we hope you have hours of enjoyment. This manual is subject to update and change without notice Contents Disclaimer Liability Safety Precautions Features Components List Download The App...

  • Page 3: Disclaimer

    2. The user undertakes to only operate the craft when they are competent in the operation of the craft. The user should arrange appropriate insurance if required. 3. Only approved technicians are authorized to service the Cuta-Copter. 4. Make sure you know how to calibrate the GPS. Make sure that you understand the meanings of the various warning LED colors.
  • Page 4 Sale terms and conditions Please consult the terms of sale from your dealer. Consult the local CUTA-COPTER terms and conditions. Personal responsibility to drone maintenance As a drone owner it is your personal responsibility to maintain the drone for safe operation. Internal electronics calibration and compass need to be checked regularly.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions The Cuta Copter EX-1 can be extremely dangerous and could cause personal injury, be careful when flying and operating it. Please follow the contents of this manual and ensure you comply with CASA regulations when flying. Before each flight, please check the propellers for damage – replace immediately if damaged. The lithium batteries should be removed from the aircraft after each flight.

  • Page 6: Features

    Landing on water – the EX-1 can land and take off from water. Rough water will impact the ability of the craft to take-off, as waves will interfere with the prop lift. Extreme care and after salt cleaning are required with salt...
  • Page 7 exposure. Metal parts in the motors will corrode and reduce the drone’s life if not treated properly. Intentional landing on water is not recommend for everyday use. If the craft flips over in water, loss of radio signal is likely so recovery of craft could be difficult.

  • Page 8: Components List

    Component List Content - What’s in the box EX-1 Drone with camera and bait release servo installed Battery X 1 Remote Controller with phone holder Battery balance charger and cables Carbon fibre quick release props (silver and gold HUBS) – Prop Bag...

  • Page 9: Download The App

    Playstore, allow it to execute the file regardless. Once the application is installed, it’s time to take Cuta-Copter for a ride and have fun with all the new perks. Enjoy! Please visit www.cutacopteraustralia.com.au resources section for How to videos, manual downloads and much more in the Resources section.
  • Page 10 Once the battery is fully charged the charger will make a confirmation sound – please disconnect the battery straight away. Never charge a LiPo battery unattended as it may explode! STORAGE FUNCTION The storage funtion will prolong your LiPo batteries life by reducing or increasing the voltage to optimum safe storage levels.

  • Page 11: Voltmeter Calibration

    Voltmeter Calibration Check the voltage reading on the app to the actual voltage of the battery by using the BX100 battery Voltage/Cell monitor. Connect the BX100 to the battery that is connected to the drone. To check and set the voltmeter via the APP, go to APP menu at the top left and select parameters - Scroll down and select parameter: BATT_VOLT_MULT If the voltage on your App is reading low compared to the actual battery voltage, then increase the BATT_VOLT_ MULT value by 0.01 at a time until the Phone/APP reading matches the reading using the BX100 meter on the...
  • Page 12 Remote Controller Switch ‘E’ Flying mode switch Switch ‘F’ – No function Throttle/Direction Aileron/Lift Lanyard connection Battery level indicator ‘A’ Return to launch ‘B’ Bait release Power On/Off Switch ‘E’ Flying mode switch Remote battery charge point USB for Android Switch ‘F’...

  • Page 13: Modes And Functions

    ALL the way forward whilst flying out a bait, as the drone can achieve a high speed that may over-wind your reel. Practice flying so that you can become familiar with the EX-1 flying speed. In POS HOLD mode the drone will drift slightly after stick centering.
  • Page 14 Once the battery drops below this set level, the drone will not take-off. The light will flash orange and NOT turn GREEN. LOW BATTERY TO LAUNCH - The EX-1 is programmed with a LOW battery return to launch. The pre-set low voltage level is: 1.

  • Page 15: First Flight

    Attach phone to mount and connect the cable to radio and phone. • Place the EX-1 drone on a level surface. • Insert the YELLOW ‘Quick Switch’ bridge switch into the yellow plug at the rear of the drone. Never connect the battery directly to this port.

  • Page 16: Compass Calibration

    Compass Calibration You only have to do the compass calibration once and after this it is not required to do again, unless the drone is hovering in a circle motion (toilet bowling). Pixhawk4 mini’s advanced GPS system has a Worldwide data base enabling compass settings to remain current.

  • Page 17: Landing

    LANDING The craft will descend when the throttle is below half • Always slow the drone down to eye level before landing the craft gently – On touch down always hold the left stick full down and hold it down until the motors stop and keep the left stick held down for 5 seconds after motors de-arm.

  • Page 18: Cuta Copter Ex-1 - Dropping Baits Flight Checklist

    Cuta-Copter EX-1 – Dropping Bait’s Checklist This Training Manual will assist you with your first flight only and does not take the place of your manual or the instructional videos. Ensure you have read and understood the videos and manual. Ensure you always have the manual with you for reference.
  • Page 19 First Flight Checklist • Ensure you have downloaded the Skydroid Tower App and setup the App as per the manual and video directions • Check the remote controller and drone batteries are fully charged • Make sure the wind is low •...
  • Page 20 Do not attempt to carry more than half a kilo while you are learning. The Cuta Copter EX-1 battery can carry 700gms baits to 200metres five times on average and dependent upon wind conditions.
  • Page 21 Dropping the Bait • Always try to release the sticks slowly when approaching the drop zone and come to a full stop and then press button “B” (Bait release) to release the bait. Practice this function over land before flying a bait out. Once you have dropped the bait press the “A”...
  • Page 22 DRONE FISHING RIG BASIC SNAPPER RIG NOTE: The overall length of the rig should be no less than 4 metres and is dependent on the water depth you are dropping into - ideally 6 metres to drone reduces the pendulum effect. NOTE: Using lower than 0.7mm line to the drone will www.cutacopteraustralia.com.au...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    We do not recommend intentionally exposing your craft to saltwater, but this is acceptable if you need to if you follow the after-salt water exposure steps carefully. The EX-1 has 3 watertight chambers. 1. Top main electronics bay 2. Lower battery bay 3.
  • Page 24 The EX-1 has closed cell flotation installed in the centre section of the drone. This is the 2nd level of flotation to protect the drone in case any of the chambers has a water breach. Make sure that the fresh water flushes this inner core as well.

  • Page 25: Warranty And Service Terms And Conditions

    Competition and Consumer Act 2010. The warranty period is effective for all original Cuta-Copter’s from the date the product is purchased from an authorised Cuta-Copter Australian dealer, to the original purchaser, for a period of 12 months within Australia and New Zealand.
  • Page 26 12. Non recovery of drone. REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY Please visit www.cutacopteraustralia.com.au and register your warranty as soon as you have purchased the Cuta-Copter. How to make a claim under Please visit www.cutacopteraustralia.com.au and accept the warranty/service conditions and complete the warranty claim form.

  • Page 27: Ex-1 6S And 4S Specifications

    EX-1 6S and 4S SPECIFICATIONS Aircraft Waterproof Level: IP67 on main Chamber Surface Buoyant: Level 2 Flotation Drone Weight: 4S 1712gms, 6S 1739gms (Without battery) Dimensions: 355mm x 355mm Max Ascend Speed: 10m/s Max Descend Speed: 3m/s Max Flight Speed: 20m/s (ATTI mode) Max Flight Altitude: Geofence 40M –...
  • Page 28 APP Data Display Information Satellites, Distance, Height, Voltage, Ground Speed, Altitude, Vibration, Magnetic interference, Flight Time display, Drone Flight direction indicator Standard Battery (6S/5000mAh 22.2V LiPo) Battery Type: LiPo Battery weight: 627gms Operating Temp: -10 to 50C Charging Current: 5AMP Voltage: 22.2V (4S/8100mAh 14.8V LiPo) Battery Type: LiPo...
  • Page 29 www.cutacopteraustralia.com.au PO Box 1076 Canning Vale DC PERTH WA 6970 sales@cutacopteraustralia.com.au...

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