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Seahorse EX-2 Pro Manual

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Seahorse EX-2 Cuta-Copter Kontiki Drone
Thanks for purchasing your Seahorse EX-2
CutaCopter Kontiki Drone. These fishing
drones are the culmination of many years of
development to ensure your drone fishing
experience is both safe, enjoyable and
successful.
Fishing Drones combine the technology of
avionics, electronics and robotics to create a flying machine. We add complexity by pulling a line
from the beach over water. When flying a drone, you are a pilot with all the responsibilities that go
with that. This includes ensuring everything is in good working order and operating and responding
correctly before flying. If you have any concerns or worries while flying, release the load and return
the KontikiDrone to the beach to land.
Remember - Always perform the pre-flight checklist.
Seahorse recommends you follow the training guide in this manual and only proceed to the next
stage after you have mastered the current stage. You need to be comfortable flying so you can
correctly respond to the actions of the KontikiDrone.
Seahorse offers one-on-one learn-to-fly lessons to teach the basics of drone flying. Details are on
our website –
www.seahorse.net.nz
Read and understand the manual before attempting to fly. This manual contains several warnings.
This is based on what we have learnt the hard (and expensive) way. There is little room for error
with flying and if you are not careful you could crash and maybe lose your KontikiDrone.
Your new Seahorse KontikiDrone has passed it's Quality Assurance checks and have completed
several test flights before being released for sale.
PAYLOAD
The EX-2 is a very powerful fishing drone and can lift large baits or payloads. The EX-2 will happily
pull 25 hooks out to 1000 metres or carry a large single bait up to 2.5kg's over a shorter distance.
Most people are finding 13 hooks (one side of the traceboard is a good working number and this
allows a larger weight to be used.
As the load increases, the flight characteristics of the drone will change including makes it slower
to respond to control inputs. Larger payloads will result in higher wear and tear on the battery,
frame and motors. Flight time is also reduced and your stress levels will be higher. It is best to
develop your skills so you are experienced and comfortable before attempting large payloads.
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  • Page 1 Remember - Always perform the pre-flight checklist. Seahorse recommends you follow the training guide in this manual and only proceed to the next stage after you have mastered the current stage. You need to be comfortable flying so you can correctly respond to the actions of the KontikiDrone.

  • Page 2: Instructional Videos

    The Seahorse fishing drones are large powerful machines that can cause damage and serious injury. It must be operated safely, responsibly and with caution. Seahorse fishing drones are not intended for use by children. Hooks are dangerous to the unwary.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    • Seahorse recommends having a minimum separation of 400 metres between Beach fishers. • Check for other beach users before launching your Seahorse EX-2 Drone. If there are other fishers already on the beach, find out where their line is and set your fishing line accordingly.

  • Page 4: What Is In The Box

    Naming your Drone A lot of people give their drones names. It is also good to put your name and phone number on your drone, transmitter and other equipment. This will enable anyone finding your drone or equipment to contact you and return it. Serial Number The serial number of the drone is on the inside of the battery compartment of the drone.

  • Page 5: First Steps

    The batteries used in the Seahorse KontikiDrone is a LiPo battery. LiPo Batteries should not be left unattended with charging. Place the LiPo battery on a concrete floor or a metal tray when charging.
  • Page 6 The Battery Seahorse uses a high-performance 5000mAh (or 5AH) Lithium Polymer (LiPo) 6S, 25.2v battery. • The Battery is made up of six separate cells linked in series to give 25.2 volts of power. • The battery has the power lead with its yellow XT90 connector.

  • Page 7: Checking Battery Voltage

    Checking Battery Voltage Seahorse supplies a battery checker with the KontikiDrone. The battery checker will check the voltage of the battery and the voltage of each cell in the battery. Plug the balancer cable of the battery into the battery tester. The tested will...

  • Page 8: Operating The Transmitter

    Operating the Transmitter Fully understand the operation of the transmitter (the controller) before you try flying. The transmitter is your control box which you use to control the flight of the KontikiDrone. The EX-2 Kontiki Drone uses the SkyDroid T10 Transmitter. The T10 can operate as a normal transmitter or it can interface with an Android phone or Tablet.
  • Page 9 The joysticks are spring-loaded and will automatically centre themselves. When flying, ease the sticks back to the centre to ensure a smooth transition between actions. Operate the joysticks by pushing them into the position required, allowing the self centring to work. Do not control the joysticks with your thumbs on top as this does not allow the self centring to work to your advantage.
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  • Page 11 Flight Modes and Functions Led Warning Lights It is important to understand the various warning lights for the safe operation of your craft – ensure you fully understand each one. Flashing green – ready to arm. Will show 3D in the top right of Skydroid Tower app. •...

  • Page 12: Modes And Functions

    Modes and Functions LOITER Mode The main flying mode is “Loiter Mode” (Far Right position on switch E) This is a GPS mode and is speed limited to 34kph. Do not fly at full speed to avoid reel over-wind. Loiter mode also has a positive control response and more direct drone braking.
  • Page 13 If the battery level is still sufficient, the system will allow you to re-arm and take-off again. If the light flashes ORANGE continuously and does not turn green, then the low battery failsafe has been reached and the drone will NOT start motors. It is time to change the battery in the drone. Always turn on the transmitter before powering up the drone.
  • Page 14 The Seahorse EX-2 Cuta Copter Fishing Drone The EX-2 has the pilot and peoples safety at the centre of the design. The drone hardware like frame, bait release, flotation etc, are only one part of the equation. How the drone flies and regulates the pilot's instructions are an essential element in assisting with the protection of your asset and the people around you, the pilot.
  • Page 15 Backpack – The EX-2 Cuta Copter comes with a backpack carry case that will carry the EX-2, the landing pad, batteries and props. It can also carry the charger and Android device. Real-time Video Stream – The EX-2 is equipped with an HD 720p digital reef spotting camera which has a real-time video transmission up to 1000 metres.
  • Page 16 Seahorse to assess flight performance and identify any issues. The Seahorse EX-2 KontikiDrone is a development of the REVO4 and Matrix drones. The EX-2 is designed as a fishing drone, waterproof with to ability to float and take off from the water.

  • Page 17: Attaching The Propellers

    The propellers are fitted with easy screw on/screw off attachments and the motors have the matching part. Release System The release line is permanently attached to the left bottom side of the drone and the release is on the right-hand side of the drone. There is a loop at the end of the release line that loops over the forward arm of the release horn.
  • Page 18 We have found a 6-inch phone or an 8-inch tablet is a good size to use. Installing the SkyDroid Tower App. The app in the google play store is an old version and should not be used. You can download the App from the Seahorse website https://www.seahorse.net.nz/product_details/p/160/c/58/SkyDroid%20Tower%20App or go to Seahorse.net.nz on your Android Device...
  • Page 19 In the App click on Connect situated in the bottom left-hand corner Select the transmitter (for example R4100-EX-2) to connect and once the drone is powered (battery connected and quick switch in), the telemetry data will be transmitted to the screen. There are two main screens we will use.
  • Page 20 3. Click on the screen where you want to set the waypoint (where you want to drop the bait) 1. Make sure this is within the range of your available battery power from where you intend to launch from. 4. This will create a green marker and a green square along the bottom of the screen. 5.
  • Page 21 LEARNING TO FLY Learning to fly by trial and error can be both expensive and dangerous. Follow the stepped process noted below. There is a theory test at the end of this manual to test and enforce your understanding of the operation of the EX-2 KontikiDrone.
  • Page 22 • Once arms, push throttle to full throttle to climb (pretend drone is flying) • Ease throttle back to the centre to hover • Push the right joystick forward to fly forward. • While flying forward press button B to release the baits. •...
  • Page 23 Pre fishing check • Test the release clip is operating correctly with the transmitter. • Check the fishing line is on the release line and the release line is positioned correctly on the release. • Check the fishing line is passing under one of the rear feet and is running straight and tight to a weight (up to 16oz) approximately one metre along the line.
  • Page 24 Practice with the Drone The EX-2 is a large drone and you need a large area to comfortably fly it. Seahorse recommends performing your practice flights in a park or other open area (school sports field). Drones are affected by the wind, so it is better to practice on a calm day that is not too windy.
  • Page 25 If you need to, you can let go of the right joystick and it will automatically self-centre bringing the drone into a hover. Once it has landed throttle down and the motors should stop. DISARM if required. Please note, if you yaw, the drone may move in an unexpected direction. If you get disorientated or confused, press button A for the RTL.
  • Page 26 This is best with a second person watching your reel so they can warn the pilot of any issues. The pilot should have their finger on the release button B ready to release if there is an issue. Seahorse recommends fly out slowly to ensure the fishing reel, line, hooks and traces are operating as expected.
  • Page 27 Seahorse recommends using 80 to 135lb braid as your mainline. Braid has the advantage of not stretching and it behaves better as it comes off the reel. Braid is lighter and easier for the drone to pull.
  • Page 28 1200 metres. If you are using the Seahorse winch with 1000 metres of line, drop as the line changes from the 80lb braid to the 300lb braid. The drone will be 1000 metres out and still moving forward, thus laying your hooks out in the line.

  • Page 29: Technical Information

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Fail-Safe Protection The EX-2 has built-in Failsafe protection. If the drone loses transmitter signal or the battery voltage drops to a certain level (22v), the drone will attempt to return home and land. The Failsafe will only work if the drone is flying in one of the GPS modes as it will need to use the GPS to find its way home.
  • Page 30 • Wipe the outsides of the motors with Corrosion X to prevent any rust. If you have any concerns please contact Seahorse and we are also happy to perform any repairs and test flights required.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    Maintenance Compass Calibration Seahorse has calibrated your EX-2 and it shouldn't need to be re-calibrated again. But, if the drone is hovering in a circular motion (toilet bowling) this is a sign the compass will need re-calibrating. Pixhawk4 mini’s advanced GPS has a Worldwide database enabling compass settings to remain current.
  • Page 32 (gently). Treat all battery terminals, switch and on drone with Corrosion X spray. Saltwater exposure care Seahorse will check and do these calibrations whenever we service or do work on the drone. Page 32...
  • Page 33 Theory Test – This is a multi choose test - Answers at the end. 1. Where is the best place to do your first test flight? 1. Inside so no-one can see if you make a mistake 2. A large open area like the local park 3.
  • Page 34 15. I am not sure about flying – is there anyone who can help me? 1. No – toughen up and go for it. 2. Yes – Seahorse offers one on one learn to fly lessons 16. When is the best time and way to drop the line? 1.
  • Page 35 If you do not use them, it is best to return them to storage mode. 9. B. No. The motors are almost as powerful as the motors on the Seahorse Kontikis. They will do serious damage.
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  • Page 37 Seahorse KontikiDrone Service Log Retain with KontikiDrone Model EX-2 Pro Serial Number Date Purchased Owner Contact Phone number Item Seahorse 6 month Year 6 month Year 6 month Year Date Technician Firmware Update Gyro Calibration Gains Checked Acc. Calibration Compass Calibate...
  • Page 38 Seahorse KontikiDrone Flight Log Retain with the KontikiDrone Model EX-2 Pro Serial Number Date Purchased Owner Contact Phone number Pilot Location Date Flight Time Autoland Issues / Signed Factory S. Africa 5 minutes Factory S. Africa 5 Minutes Seahorse Tauranga...
  • Page 39 Pack Checklist Packed By Date Drone Type Serial Number Item Check KontikiDrone Drone Propellers Battery Holder Batteries Note Number Transmitter Charger Battery Checker Seahorse Drone Manual Landing Pad Page 39...

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