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- Page 1 SMART FISHING DRONE User Manual for SharkX V9:20220401 Download the Rippton App Search for “Rippton” on the Google Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Apps or App Store to install the app on your mobile device or scan this QR code.
- Page 2 Trademark Rippton has made every effort to supply trademark information about company names, products and services mentioned in this manual. Trademarks shown below were derived from various sources. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. General notice: some product names used in this manual are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Product Components .................. 12 3. Preparation and Installation ..........14 3.1. Unpack the Package and Check the Contents ......... 14 3.2. Conditions before Assembling the SharkX ..........14 3.3. Installation of the SharkX ................15 3.4. Preparation of the Controller ..............16 4. - Page 4 Take off the SharkX via the Controller ............25 4.9. Control the SharkX ..................27 4.10. Return & Land the SharkX Manually via Controller ......... 28 4.11. Return & Land the SharkX Automatically via Controller ......29 4.12. Cancel RTL ....................29 4.13.
- Page 5 8. FCC Compliance ..............39 8.1. FCC Compliance ..................39 8.2. FCC Warning Message ................39 8.3. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Caution ........40 8.4. FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR) ............40...
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Page 6: Preface
***Notice this manual is for the SharkX but also applicable to the SharkX Plus and the SharkX Pro. The SharkX is the basic model while the Plus and the Pro are upgraded versions so they include additional functions and features. -
Page 7: Explanation Of Safety Warnings
1.3. Explanation of Safety Warnings Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury. Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury. Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. -
Page 8: Obtaining Documentation And Information
Documentation, user instructions and technical information can be ordered by sending an email to support@rippton.com. 1.5.3. Documentation feedback If you are reading Rippton product documentation on the internet, any comments can be submitted on the support website. Comments can also be sent to support@rippton.com. We appreciate your comments. -
Page 9: Description Of The Product
• Use in No-Fly Zones. • Use as a toy. The SharkX must not be used by children under 14 years of age. The product is not a toy. • Use in or near rough water and extreme weather conditions, such as strong winds (greater than 35 km/h), rain, snow or fog. -
Page 10: Process Overview
2.2. Process Overview The SharkX is a drone for professional fishing purposes. It consists of a drone (with built-in fishing line release mechanism), a controller, mobile device clamp. Flight data is automatically recorded on to the internal storage of the SharkX. This includes flight telemetry and SharkX status information. -
Page 11: Technical Data
2.3. Technical Data Parameter Unit SharkX Device Name SharkX Smart Fishing Drone Weight 3.2 kg Dimensions 480 x 480 x 215 mm (Propeller Closed) Propeller 16 inches Max Speed 10 m/s (36 km/h) Max Payload 3.0 kg Max Wind Resistance... -
Page 12: Product Compliance
(Unobstructed, Free of Interference) SharkX Battery Capacity 6,000 mAh LI – PO Battery Type 2.4. Product Compliance This product complies with all relevant Australia & New Zealand Directives. 2.5. Product Components ① SharkX Smart Fishing Drone ② SharkX Remote Controller... - Page 13 2.5.1. SharkX 2.5.2. Controller...
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Page 14: Preparation And Installation
The package should fully contain the following items: 3.2. Conditions before Assembling the SharkX 3.2.1. Make sure you have downloaded and installed the Rippton App from the Google Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Apps or App Store. Register as a Rippton App user. -
Page 15: Installation Of The Sharkx
3.3. Installation of the SharkX Notice please refer to step 6.2.1 to disassemble the propellers... -
Page 16: Preparation Of The Controller
3.4. Preparation of the Controller... -
Page 17: Operations & Use
4.1.2. Preload the map on the App When using the SHARKX in any new areas, it’s always necessary to enter the ‘Rippton’ app with network connection and finish preloading the map before connecting the SHARKX to your mobile device. -
Page 18: Start The Controller
4.3. Start the Controller Long press the ‘POWER’ button, the controller will vibrate and beep, and then the screen lights on. 4.4. Connect the SharkX to Your Mobile Device Notice there is a voice prompt indicating SharkX connected successfully... -
Page 19: Calibrate The Compass
DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration, such as mobile phones. To calibrate the SharkX compass 4.5.1. Choose an outdoor open area to carry out the calibration procedures. 4.5.2. Open the Rippton App. Tap ‘Set’ on the top right corner and follow the steps below to enter ‘COMMON SETTINGS’. - Page 21 4.5.3. Tap the Compass ‘CALIBRATE’ icon and enter the compass calibration interface. 4.5.4. Following the audio instructions, hold the drone horizontally with its nose outwards and complete the horizontal calibration. And then hold the drone vertically with its nose downwards and complete the compass calibration.
- Page 22 Notice calibrate the compass when there are no less than 15 satellites SharkX Indicator Status of Horizontal Calibration: Calibration SharkX GPS Signal Horizontal Horizontal Process Turned On Received Calibration Ready Calibration Completed Color Front- Front- Front- Front- Rear- blue Rear-...
- Page 23 To calibrate the IMU : IMU calibration is only required after a crash or a repair. 4.5.5. Repeat step 4.5.2 and enter ‘COMMON SETTINGS’. Tap the lower ‘CALIBRATE’ icon. Enter the IMU calibration interface.
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Page 24: Preflight Check List
If problem still exists, contact local distributor/dealer and seek help. Notice after completing calibrating the compass and IMU, turn off the drone and place it on the level ground where you desire to take off the SharkX. And then restart the drone, the controller and the Rippton App. -
Page 25: Controller Interface
4.7. Controller Interface 4.8. Take off the SharkX via the Controller 4.8.1. Switch the flight mode to Pos Hold It’s recommended to set the drone on Pos Hold mode at all times. Alt Hold mode is for professional drone pilot only. - Page 26 Slowly push the left joystick back to the center and the SharkX is ready to take off. Notice the...
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Page 27: Control The Sharkx
Push the right joystick left to fly left and right to fly right. Notice when both joysticks are centered, the SharkX will hover at the current position. Notice do not pull the fishing line if it gets snagged with the drone in case it may break... -
Page 28: Return & Land The Sharkx Manually Via Controller
4.10.1. Use the joysticks to return the SharkX to the desired landing spot. 4.10.2. Push the left joystick down gently. The SharkX will descend to the height of 5 meters and hover a short while before landing safely on the ground. And then... -
Page 29: Return & Land The Sharkx Automatically Via Controller
4.11.1. Short press the ‘RTL’ button on the controller until ‘RTL’ shows on the controller screen and the controller beeps. 4.11.2. The SharkX will start flying to the HOME point, descend to the height of 10 meters and hover a short while before landing safely on the ground. After landing, the SharkX will get locked automatically. -
Page 30: Maintenance
The controller cannot be washed with water, but it can be cleaned with a damp cloth. • Clean the SharkX with a damp cloth after each use and use a dry cloth to wipe the SharkX. Do not rinse the controller with water, but wipe it with a soft, clean, damp cloth. -
Page 31: Charge The Sharkx Battery
Notice always charge the battery when the temperature is between 10° C and 45° C. The charger will stop charging if the temperature is not within the range. The battery charging time is approx 2 hours. When the SharkX battery is fully charged: •... -
Page 32: Charge The Controller
Notice always charge the controller when the temperature is between 10° C and 45° C. The charger will stop charging if the temperature is not within this range. The charger should be only used for charging the SharkX remote controller. Do not use it to charge other devices such as a laptop. - Page 33 5.4. Battery Capacity Checker Instructions LiPo LiFe Li-Ion NiCd NiMH 17 17 17 47 47 Input Cells cells cells cells cells cells √ √ √ √ √ Total Voltage Total Cell Battery Capacity(0- √ √ √ × × 99%) √ √...
- Page 34 5.4.2. Battery checker layout Buttons: Battery Type: NiCd/NiMH, Li-Po, LiFe, Li-Ion Cell Number: NiCd/NiMH(47 cells), Lithium type (17 cells) Display Mode: battery cell voltages, total voltages, lowest cell voltage, highest cell voltage, voltage gap between highest cell voltage and lowest cell voltage, remaining battery capacity (%) NiCd/NiMH TYPE BATTERY NiCd and NiMH batteries for the TX and RX (47 cells) can be connected to this...
- Page 35 LITHIUM TYPE BATTERIES JST EH and JST XH type plugs on lithium battery packs can be directly connected to this battery checker. When using with Thunder Power/Flight Power and Poly quest type batteries, it is necessary to use an adaptor board with balance adaptor board lead. FS-BLEAD Balance Adaptor Board Lead.
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Page 36: Inspect The Product
Check if the motors function properly Before each use and weekly Check if the propellers are firmly Before each use and weekly tightened 5.6. After-sales Information Visit the following pages to learn more about after-sales policy and warranty information. https://www.rippton.com/support... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting And Repair
6. Troubleshooting and Repair 6.1. Identify and Solve Problems Error Possible Cause Solution Product does not start Empty battery Charge the battery Motors do not function Empty battery Charge the battery Propeller(s) malfunction Broken propeller(s) Replace the propeller(s) 6.2. Replacing the Propellers 6.2.1. -
Page 38: Disposal
7. Disposal 7.1. Disposal of Electronic Components The symbol on the product, the accessories and packaging indicate that this device must not be treated as unsorted municipal waste but must be collected separately. Dispose of the device via a collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment if you live within the EU and in other European countries that operate separate collection systems for waste electrical and electronic equipment. - Page 39 8. FCC Compliance 8.1. FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
- Page 40 In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output. While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various devices and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement. Email: support@rippton.com...
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