sky rider X-02 Astro User Manual
sky rider X-02 Astro User Manual

sky rider X-02 Astro User Manual

Quadcopter drone

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X-02 Astro
Quadcopter Drone
User's Guide for Model DR202 v2950-01

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  • Page 1 X-02 Astro Quadcopter Drone User’s Guide for Model DR202 v2950-01...
  • Page 3 Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions • Flying over bodies of water is not recommended. • Flying at night is not recommended. • Read and follow all instructions. • Never try to retrieve the craft from areas you cannot • Keep these instructions for future reference. safely reach, such as rooftops or trees.
  • Page 4 turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged • Lithium batteries, like all rechargeable batteries, are to try to correct the interference by one or more of the recyclable and should be recycled or disposed of following measures: according to state and local guidelines.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Mini Glow Quadcopter Drone Speed Setting – 22 Headless Mode – 23 Features & Includes – 6 Flips – 24 Overview Tips for Safe Operation – 25 Features & Layout – 7 Parts & Repair Remote Control - 8 Rotor Replacement –...
  • Page 6: Mini Glow Quadcopter Drone

    Mini Glow Quadcopter Drone Features Includes • 360° flips & tricks • 2.4 GHz remote control: requires 3x AAA batteries (not included) • 6-axis gyroscope • USB cable for battery recharge • 3 speed settings • Screwdriver • Control distance: up to 164 ft. •...
  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview Features & Layout Protective Guard Rotors LED Lights White LEDs indicate the Power Switch/ front of the craft. Battery...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote Control...
  • Page 9: Functions

    Remote Control Functions 1. Speed Setting 6. Power Switch/Power Indicator Light 2. Headless Mode 7. “Roll/Bank” Trim 3. Left Control Stick 8. Right Control Stick - Ascend: Push forward. - Pitch: push forward/backward - Descend: Push backward. - Roll/Bank: push left/right - Yaw/Spin: Push left or right.
  • Page 10: Battery Installation

    Remote Control Battery Installation Insert 3 x AAA batteries (not included).
  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Battery Charging Procedure The craft’s battery must be charged before it can be flown. Before charging, be sure the craft and remote control are powered OFF to avoid risk of injury or damage. Connect the charging cable (included) to the USB port of a powered-on computer or USB power adapter (not included), then connect the charging plug to the unit.
  • Page 12 Charging the Battery Remove Battery from Plug the charging cable Plug the other end of bottom of the drone. into the battery. the charging cable into a power source. REMINDER: Do not charge overnight. Do not leave unattended while charging.
  • Page 13: Flying

    Flying Remote Link & Rotor Activation Before flying, the craft and the remote must be linked together and the gyroscopes on the craft must be allowed to calibrate. Begin with the craft and remote powered OFF. Step 1 Power ON the craft and place it on a flat surface. This is necessary for the craft’s gyroscopes to properly align.
  • Page 14 Step 3 Push the Left Control Stick fully diagonally up to the left and the diagonally down to the right. The light on the remote will turn a solid red.
  • Page 15 Flying Step 4 To activate the rotors, pull the Left Control Stick fully diagonally down to the left and pull the Right Control Stick fully diagonally down to the right. The rotors should start to spin. For additional explanation on how to link the remote and activate the rotors, scan the QR code to the right to watch a video demonstrating the steps.
  • Page 16: Gyroscope Recalibration

    Flying Gyroscope Recalibration If the craft is experiencing difficulty flying or is behaving erratically, the gyroscopes may need to be recalibrated. It may also help to reset the trim settings for the remote. Do not attempt to do this while flying, safely land the craft first and place it on a flat surface. The craft and the remote should already be linked together.
  • Page 17: Control Stick Functions

    Flying Control Stick Functions Pitch Altitude Roll Roll Altitude Pitch Left Stick: Control Altitude (power) by Right Stick: Control Pitch (forward/backward) pushing forward and backward. by pushing forward and backward. Control Yaw (spin/rotation) by pushing Control Roll (left/right) by pushing left and right.
  • Page 18: Setting Trim & Countering Drift

    Flying Setting Trim & Countering Drift Even after the craft is calibrated, it may show a tendency to drift while airborne. Adjusting the trim will help counter this effect and allow for better control the craft. • To avoid potential damage, adjust the trim while attempting a stable hover. •...
  • Page 19 Flying Adjust Roll Trim The left Roll button corrects Craft drifts right or left. drift to the right. The right Roll button corrects drift to the left.
  • Page 20 Adjust Pitch Trim The top Pitch button corrects Craft drifts forward or backward. backward drift. The bottom Pitch button corrects forward drift.
  • Page 21 Adjust Yaw Trim The left Yaw button corrects Craft is spinning clockwise or clockwise spin. counterclockwise The right Yaw button corrects counterclockwise spin.
  • Page 22: Speed Setting

    Flying Speed Setting Press the Speed button on the remote to change the craft’s speed setting. • Low: Provides smooth and predictable control of the craft. The remote will chime once to indicate the Low Speed setting. • Medium: The craft will move and respond faster to all control inputs. The remote will chime twice to indicate the Medium Speed setting.
  • Page 23: Headless Mode

    Headless Mode Correct Orientation for Before using Headless Mode be sure the Headless Mode operator and the front of the drone are facing the same direction, otherwise the craft will not fly correctly. After pairing and calibration of the craft you may activate Headless Mode.
  • Page 24: Flips

    Flying Flips Before attempting a flip, be sure that there is ample clear space around the craft, ideally 9-10 ft. in all directions. It is not recommended to attempt to flip around or through any obstacles, as this may result in unintended damage. Press the 360° Flip button, then move the Right Control Stick in any direction at the same time and the craft will perform a flip in the same direction.
  • Page 25: Tips For Safe Operation

    Tips for Safe Operation • It is recommended to only fly in large, open spaces that are free of obstacles like power lines, trees, ceiling fans, etc. • When flying indoors avoid walls and ceilings, as the craft may be drawn towards them if closer than 2-3 feet.
  • Page 26: Parts & Repair

    Parts & Repair Rotor Replacement Rotor A Rotor B The craft comes with replacement rotors if the originals are broken or badly damaged. To replace a rotor, gently pull it upwards and off the motor shaft, then place the new rotor on the shaft and gently push down.
  • Page 27 Replacement Removal...
  • Page 28: Parts & Repair

    Parts & Repair REMINDER: Pilots are responsible for any damage caused by improper use. Parts Replacement Standard parts such as extra batteries and remotes are available online for purchase when in stock. However, any non-standard parts such as cameras, screws, bodies, SD cards etc. can be ordered by placing an inquiry with our parts department at: partsinfo@dpiinc.com.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Craft does not respond • No power to remote • Check remote batteries, or craft. replace if needed. to controls. • Poor contact between • Check craft battery, be sure power plugs. it is fully charged. •...
  • Page 30 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Craft is difficult • Gyroscopes may • Recalibrate gyroscopes (see be misaligned. pg. 16). to control or flies • Power OFF remote and erratically. craft and reconnect (see pg. 13). Craft drifts • Trim not set or needs •...
  • Page 31: Customer Support

    Customer Support Contact Information Warranty Website: www.gpx.com For warranty information and the most up-to- date version of this User’s Guide visit: www. Email Support: prodinfo@dpiinc.com gpx.com Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.com Phone Support: 1-888-999-4215 International Support To download this User’s Guide in English, Spanish, and French, or to get answers to frequently asked questions, visit the support section at: www.gpx.com Para descargar este Manual del Usuario en inglés, español y francés, o para obtener respuestas a preguntas frecuentes, visite la sección de apoyo en: www.gpx.com...
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