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Summary of Contents for Parrot Minidrones Airborne Night MACLANE
- Page 1 Airborne Night Drone MACLANE BLAZE SWAT User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents Before getting started ...............................4 ...........................................4 Charging the battery ...........................................5 Downloading the app ...........................................5 Switching on the MiniDrone ...........................................5 Compatibility ...........................................5 Connecting a smartphone Flying ...............................6 ...........................................7 Description of the control screen ...........................................7 Flat trim ...........................................8 Take Off Controlling the MiniDrone in flight ...........................................8 ...........................................10... - Page 3 General Information ...............................18 ...........................................18 Precautions for use and maintenance ...........................................18 Accessories and spare parts ...........................................19 Battery ...........................................19 Warranty ...........................................19 Recycling this product ...........................................19 Declaration of Conformity ...........................................20 Registered trademarks Notice regarding the right to privacy ...........................................20...
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Page 4: Before Getting Started
Before getting started Charging the battery 1. Insert the battery into the compartment provided (photos A and B). The small triangle on the battery indicates which side should be on top. The direction the triangle is pointing in shows which way the battery should be inserted. 2. -
Page 5: Downloading The App
Downloading the app Log into the App Store or Google Play and download the free FreeFlight3 app. Switching on the MiniDrone Insert the battery into the slot or press the On/Off button underneath the MiniDrone. Then place your MiniDrone on a flat surface so it can complete its initialisation phase. -
Page 6: Flying
Flying 1. Launch the FreeFlight3 app. > The main screen will appear. 2. Press Free Flight to control the MiniDrone in Normal mode. Press Film My Drone to control the MiniDrone in Controller mode. Controller mode lets you film your MiniDrone with your smartphone while you are flying it. For more information on control modes, see the Controlling the MiniDrone in flight section. -
Page 7: Description Of The Control Screen
Description of the control screen Description Description Return to previous screen Photo Settings Left joystick Flat trim Right joystick (accelerometer) Emergency stop Lighting effects Launched take off Take off / Landing Pre-programmed aerobatics Battery level Flat trim Before each take off (especially after an impact or fall), check that the MiniDrone is placed on a flat surface and press Flying... -
Page 8: Take Off
Take Off Place the MiniDrone on a dry, flat surface, ensuring there are no obstacles in the way, and press Take Off. > The MiniDrone will take off and stabilise 1 metre above the ground. You can also also have the MiniDrone take off from your hand. To do this: 1. - Page 9 Expert Left joystick Right joystick Drag your finger from the middle of Press to pivot the the joystick to the to make MiniDrone to the left or right. a quarter turn to the left or right. Press or to make the Drag your finger from the middle of MiniDrone climb or descend.
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Page 10: Pre-Programmed Aerobatics
To stop recording, press again. Pre-programmed aerobatics 1. Press the Loop icon to bring up the list of pre-programmed aerobatics. By default, no trick is selected. Back loop Front loop Left loop Right loop No trick 2. Press the desired trick. >... -
Page 11: Battery
Only press Emergency in the event of a genuine emergency. The motors will immediately cut out and the MiniDrone will fall from whatever height it is currently Battery icon shows the battery level for your MiniDrone. A fully charged battery lasts for around 7 minutes when the hulls are attached to the MiniDrone, and around 9 minutes if the hulls aren't used. -
Page 12: Videos
Videos You can film your MiniDrone using your smartphone while you are flying it. To do this, the Controller control mode must be activated. For more information, go to the Control Settingssection. To record a video, press . The icon will flash during recording. Frame your MiniDrone with your smartphone. -
Page 13: Settings
Settings Press to access the settings menu for your MiniDrone. Press at any time to revert to factory settings. Max Altitude The Max Altitude option allows you to limit the maximum height your MiniDrone can go. When the MiniDrone is about to go past this limit, it will automatically go back down to the selected height. -
Page 14: Max Rotation Speed
Max Rotation Speed The Max Rotation Speed option allows you to set the maximum rotation speed for the MiniDrone when you press the or buttons. Short-Circuit The Short-Circuit option allows you to cut the motors in the event of prolonged impact to the propellers on your MiniDrone. -
Page 15: Academy Drone
Academy Drone An internet connection is necessary to use the Drone Academy. To launch the Drone Academy: 1. Launch the FreeFlight3 application. 2. Press Drone Academy. A profile is necessary to access the Drone Academy. To create a profile: 1. Press Sign up now. 2. - Page 16 Modifying and disconnecting your profile Sending a Drone Academy invitation To modify or delete your profile: 1. Press the Profile tab. 2. Press 3. Press Logout or Edit. 4. If you edit your profile slide the screens towards left to complete your profile. To register a MiniDrone press My drones.
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Page 17: Updates
Updates Press Updates to check if any software updates are available for the MiniDrone. There are two ways to update your MiniDrone: Via USB by downloading the update file from our website. This method requires a computer. Check that the MiniDrone battery is installed and fully charged before carrying out updates via USB link.. -
Page 18: General Information
General Information Precautions for use and maintenance The MiniDrone is not suitable for children under 14 years of age. The MiniDrone is a model aircraft designed for recreational and leisure purposes. The pilot must always maintain direct visual contact with the MiniDrone and control its trajectory. -
Page 19: Battery
Battery Failure to comply with instructions may cause permanent damage to the battery or its surroundings, and may cause injury. Always use a LiPo battery charger. Never charge via a discharge lead. Never trickle charge or charge below 2.5 V. Never allow the battery temperature to exceed 60°C (140°F). -
Page 20: Registered Trademarks
Registered trademarks Parrot, Parrot MiniDrones and the Parrot logo are trade-marks of PARROT SA. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc. ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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