Amax ASC-2500 - PREMIUM HD VIDEO DRONE WITH OPTICAL FLOW TECHNOLOGY Manual
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Amax ASC-2500 - PREMIUM HD VIDEO DRONE WITH OPTICAL FLOW TECHNOLOGY Manual


Never leave product charging unattended for extended periods of time. Always disconnect the battery from charger immediately after the battery is fully charged. Please refer to enclosed safety instructions.

PACKAGE CONTAINS


Colors and styles may vary slightly.

FEATURES

  • 1080p HD camera streams directly to your mobile phone for instant video recording
  • On Board Micro SD card Slot allows for optional SD Card video recording for highest resolution
  • New optical flow technology for longtitude and lattitude position holding
  • Push button Auto Start, Hover, and Auto Land technology
  • Built-in 6 Axis Gyro + Altitude Sensors for incredibly stable flight
  • High Efficiency Li-poly battery extends drone flight time*
  • "Go-Anywhere" Folding Frame design for easy transportation

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION

  1. Unscrew and remove the battery cover from the back ofthe controller.
  2. Install 4 AAA alkaline batteries into the controller as shown in diagram A. Replace the battery cover and secure it.
  3. Turn over the controller front side up and press the power button. If you hear two beeps and the power indicator light turns on, you have installed your batteries correctly.

CHARGING THE ASC-2500 LI-POLY BATTERY

  1. Insert the USB charger into the battery charging socket (see diagram B).
    CHARGING THE ASC-2500 LI-POLY BATTERY
  2. Connect the USB end ofthe cable to your computers USB port or a USB wall charger (see diagram C).
  3. A red LED indicator light will illuminate while charging and then turn off when charging is complete.
  4. Average charging time is approximately 130-150 minutes (via 5.0V=2A USB wall charger). A fully charged ASC-2500 can fly for 15-18 minutes depending on environment and user input.


ALWAYS REMEMBER TO UNPLUG YOUR CHARGING CORD WHEN NOT IN USE!

INSTALLING THE ASC-2500 BATTERY

Carefully Push the fully charged battery into the ASC-2500 battery compartment all the way in until it stops and is flush with back of the drone (see diagram D).
INSTALLING THE ASC-2500 BATTERY

NOTE: The battery only fits one way into the battery compartment. Never force it.

HOW TO EXPAND AND FOLD YOUR ASC-2500 ARMS Before flying your ASC-2500, you need to expand the foldable arms out.

  1. Make sure the drone power is turned off
  2. Holding the folded ASC-2500 drone in the palm ofyour hand (see diagram E) proceed to open the arms by starting with the Front Arms (Upper Arms) and then Rear Arms (Lower Arms)
  3. Make sure the arms are fully extended and locked into place (see diagram F). Note you will feel some additional pressure indicating the arm is properly locked into place.
  4. When folding in the arms simply reverse steps 1-3 above.

NOTE: Never use hard force when opening and closing the ASC-2500 Arms

ASC-2500 DIAGRAM

ASC-2500 DIAGRAM

CONTROLLER DIAGRAM

CONTROLLER DIAGRAM

WARNING

DO NOT FLY YOUR ASC-2500 IN FOUL WEATHER!

FLIGHT PREPARATION

  • Verify that there are 4 "AAA" batteries inside the remote control unit and the ASC-2500 Li-poly battery has been fully charged.
  • Make sure to be in a large open space preferably a field or a park with an open radius of at least 500 feet.
  • Make sure to start your drone on a clean flat level surface before take-off.

  • Until you have experience in flying your ASC-2500, it is not advised to use in any rate of wind. Pick a day with zero wind or extremely light wind condition when learning how to fly.

SYNCING YOUR ASC-2500


When syncing your ASC-2500 with the controller always make sure that the drone is on a flat level surface and that your digital trim settings are in the center position.

  1. Before starting, make sure that the power on your controller is off and the battery is removed from the ASC-2500.
  2. Insert the battery into the ASC-2500 and set it down on a flat level surface. Press down the power button and hold for a few seconds (see diagram G). The red LED lights on the drone should begin to flash rapidly first and then flash slow.
  3. Quickly turn ON the remote and you will notice that the top red LED light on the face of the controller is flashing.
  4. Push the throttle stick all the way up until it stops and then pull it back all the way down to the bottom (see diagram below). When pushing the stick up or pulling the stick down you should hear a high-pitched beep both ways. Ifthe indicator lights on the drone and controller stop flashing and stay solid, you have successfully synced your ASC-2500 and are ready to fly. If you are not able to Sync, please repeat steps 1-4 again.

    Move the control stick all the way up and all the way down, you should hear two beeps.

    The flashing red LED light will become solid when you are synced.
    • TIP 1: Try not to leave too much time between turning your drone on and turning on the controller, or your syncing window will time-out.
    • TIP 2: Syncing your drone indoors or in the shade will make it easier to see the LED light indicators.

NOW YOU ARE READY TO FLY!

If you have successfully synced your ASC-2500 to your controller as explained you are now ready to fly. Before beginning to fly your drone you should familiarize yourself with how to start and stop the rotors, how to use your auto land feature and how the controls work. Please carefully read and familiarize yourself with the various control features explained in the instruction manual. Once again as a beginner pilot you should learn how to control your drone in a large open field or park on a day with zero or very light wind. Do not try to fly your ASC-2500 too high until you become a more experience pilot.

RECOGNIZING THE FRONT & REAR OF THE ASC-2500

Even though the ASC-2500 has four rotors there is still a front or "forward" facing direction and "rear" or backwards facing direction. The front forward facing direction of the ASC-2500 is the side with a camera. The rear and backward facing direction of the drone is the side with a red light (see diagram H).

STARTING/STOPPING THE ROTORS

Note: You can start and stop your ASC-2500 Manually or Automatically. Please follow one of the steps below to operate accordingly. Make sure you have properly synced the ASC-2500 drone which is indicated by a solid red light on both the controller and the drone.

AUTO START/AUTO LAND

The ASC-2500 has an auto start/auto land feature which allows you to start and land automatically. Simply press the auto START/LAND button on the face of the controller (see diagram l) and your ASC-2500 will begin taking off or land (ifyour already in the air).

NOTE: You can still control the drone's direction while auto ascending or auto-landing ifnecessary to avoid obstacles.

MANUAL START/STOP

  • To Manually start the rotors simply move the two control sticks simultaneously down to the inside or outside corners (see diagram J ), hold until the rotors start spinning. Now release both sticks to the neutral position and push the throttle up to take off.
  • To manually stop the rotors you can:
    1. simply land on the ground and the Rotors will automatically stop in ten seconds or less.
    2. You can immediately stop the rotors by moving the two control sticks simultaneously down and to the inside or outside or outside bottom corners (see diagram J)
      MANUAL START/STOP
    3. EMERGENCY STOP: you can make an emergency stop by depressing both the SPEED button and the STUNT button simultaneously (see diagram K).

SPEED SELECT BUTTON

The ASC-2500 has 3 speed settings; 1 (SLOW), 2 (MEDIUM) and 3 (HIGH). The Default setting when you first turn on your ASC-2500 is the 1 (SLOW) speed mode. To increase the speed simply press the speed setting button on the top of the remote (see remote diagram) you will hear beeping sounds letting you know what speed setting you are on. Speed settings can be set before flight or during the flight.

OPTICAL FLOW

The ASC-2500 Optical Flow technology utilizes a separate downward facing camera which analyzes the image of the ground below in realtime. Then using this image and its unique control system algorithms it works to keep the drone in one stationary position regardless of wind or any other factors that might cause the drone to drift. The Optical flow feature is only functional at altitudes below 30ft in the air.

FLIGHT CONTROL

Below is a list of basic flight inputs/functions that will help you learn to fly the ASC-2500. While learning to fly your drone it's best to start in a large space with the drone facing away from you until you get used to the basic controls. As you master flying your ASC-2500 you can move to more advanced maneuvering techniques. Practice makes perfect!

Move the left throttle stick up to increase the propeller speed and the ASC-2500 will ascend.

Move the left throttle stick down to decrease the propeller speed and the ASC-2500 will descend (see diagram L).
FLIGHT CONTROL - Step 1

While in the air, move the left throttle stick directly left and the ASC-2500 will rotate horizontally left (counter clockwise)

Move the left throttle stick directly right and the ASC-2500 will rotate horizontally right (see diagram L1).
FLIGHT CONTROL - Step 2

While in the air, move the right direction control stick forward and the ASC-2500 will move forward.

Move the right direction control stick backwards and the ASC-2500 will move backward (see diagram L2).
FLIGHT CONTROL - Step 3

While in the air, move the right direction control stick to the left and the ASC-2500 will bank/sweep to the left.

Move the right direction control stick to the right and the ASC-2500 will bank/sweep to the right (see diagram L3).
FLIGHT CONTROL - Step 4

FLIGHT PRACTICE

To master flying your ASC-2500 drone try practicing the exercises shown below, start with simple vertical takeoffs, landings, and left/right turning and rotating. Once those are mastered move on to square and cross maneuvers. Good luck and have fun!
FLIGHT PRACTICE

ADJUSTING THE TRIM

NOTE: The ASC-2500 is already properly trimmed and calibrated right out of the box and should not require any trim adjustments before flying. Some more experienced pilots may want to adjust trim settings for their style of flying. After several crashes you may need to adjust trim settings for the ASC-2500 to be more balanced.

Forward/Backward Trim

  • If your ASC-2500 drifts forwards or backwards while in the air, counter the movement by using your forward /backward trim buttons (see diagram M).
    ADJUSTING THE TRIM - Forward/Backward Trim

Bank Right/Left Trim

  • If your ASC-2500 drifts to the left or right while in the air, counter the movement by using your left / right trim buttons (see diagram N)
    ADJUSTING THE TRIM - Bank Right/Left Trim

Spinning/Rotating Trim

  • If your ASC-2500 spins either left or right while in the air, counter the rotation by using your left and right rotational trim buttons (see diagram 0)
    ADJUSTING THE TRIM - Spinning/Rotating Trim

EMERGENCY STOP: press the "speed setting button" and IStunt button" simultaneously to stop the drone blade from spinning. Use this anytime you lose control of your drone.

NOTE: When using the trim buttons you will beeping sounds. A short "beep" indicates "one trim position movement". A long Beep indicates that you have reached the center trim position. When there are no longer beeps, you have reached the maximum trim position for that particular setting. If this happens and your Drone is still not stable, we suggest you re-sync your drone and re-calibrate on very flat surface.

CALIBRATING THE ASC-2500

NOTE: Your ASC-2500 comes pre-calibrated out of the box so you are ready to fly.

After several crashes and shocks to your gyro sensors, you may notice that your drone is drifting and cannot hold its center position while hovering as well as it used to.

This most likely means that you need to recalibrate your ASC-2500. Please follow the simple instructions below.

  1. Place the ASC-2500 on a very flat level surface.
  2. Make sure the ASC-2500 is turned on and that the controller is synced. Do not start the blades! Instead move both the throttle and control stick down and to the right hand bottom corner (see diagram P). If successful you will see the lights on the drone rapidly flash and stop. Once the lights stop flashing you have completed your calibration and are ready to fly again!

TROUBLE SHOOTING: Ifyou do not see the lights flash, remove the battery from the drone then turn off your controller and start over. Always make sure to put your battery in before turning on your controller. Push the left throttle stick all the way up and then down touching the top and bottom of the controller. When you hear the beep the ASC-2500 is re-synced to the controller and you are ready to calibrate.

HOW TO PERFORM 3600 STUNT ROLLS

Performing 3600 stunt rolls with the ASC-2500 is as easy as 1-2-3:

  1. Hover the ASC-2500 in a still position making sure that you have at least 6 feet of clearance above and below the drone. Set the speed settings to mode 2 or 3 (the ASC-2500 cannot perform the stunt roll in speed setting 1)
    HOW TO PERFORM 3600 STUNT ROLLS
  2. First press the 360 stunt button on the right top side ofthe controller and you will enter the "stunt roll mode" which is indicated by a rapid beeping sound (see diagram Q).
  3. Next, using the right control stick, push directly to the right for a "right side roll" or directly to the left for a "left side roll" (see diagram R). Remember to always use caution when performing stunts.

NOTE: To exit the stunt roll mode without flipping simply press the stunt button again and the beeping sound will stop indicating you have exited "stunt mode"

RECORDING VIDEOS AND TAKING PHOTOS WITH YOUR ASC-2500 DRONE

Your ASC-2500 comes equipped with an onboard HD digital camera that takes both video and still photographs.

Your ASC-2500 has the ability to record Video and Photos in two places simultaneously! When using the ASC-2500 App you will be able to Stream and Record both Videos and Still Photos directly to your mobile device while at the same time recording Videos and Still Photos in even greater definition directly to a Micro-SD card installed on the drone. Note the Micro SD card is not included and will need to be purchased separately.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO RECORD ON A microSD CARD

(this is the highest definition)

  1. One microSD card reader (included).
  2. One microSD card (not included).
  3. A Computer with a USB port and Windows Media Player or other Media player that can play mp4 files.

FORMATTING YOUR microSD CARD

Before you can begin to take videos or digital photographs you must first format your microSD card. To format your microSD card simply place the microSD card into the included USB SD card reader and plug it into your computers USB port (see diagram UI and U2 below). After a few moments an icon will appear on your Desktop. Right click on the Icon and follow instructions to format your microSD card.
FORMATTING YOUR microSD CARD

INSTALLING THE microSD CARD IN YOUR ASC-2500 DRONE

  • Place the formatted microSD card into the ASC-2500 SD card port (see diagram U3 below). Push gently until you hear and feel the microSD card "click" into the SD card slot.
    INSTALLING THE microSD CARD IN YOUR ASC-2500 DRONE
  • Turn the ASC-2500 on and make sure that it is both fully charged and properly synced to the controller.

TAKING DIGITAL PHOTOS

To take photographs short press the CAMERA button ofthe controller, when you push the button you will hear a "beep" and the red and white led lights on the drone will flash one time indicating that a picture has been. taken.

RECORDING VIDEOS

To begin recording a video, long press the CAMERA button for 2-3 seconds. You will hear 2 "beeps" and the red and white LED lights on the body will flash two times and become solid indicating that you have begun recording video. To stop recording and Exit Video mode, simply depress the Camera Button once again. You will hear 2 beeps and the LED lights on the body should flash two times again and become solid.


It's recommend to test your camera functions before flying.

REMOVING YOUR microSD CARD

To remove your microSD Card push in gently on the back of the SD card with your thumb or forefinger until you hear and feel a "clicking sound". The microSD card will "pop-out" slightly and is ready for removal. Simply grab and pull gently away from the ASC-2500's camera port to remove the card. Always store your microSD card in a clean, safe and cool environment.

DOWNLOADING AND CLEARING SPACE ON YOUR microSD CARD

Plug your microSD card into the microSD card reader and connect to your computer. It is best to always download all your videos and pictures on to your computer and not store this data on your microSD card. After downloading your photos and videos, follow your computers instructions to "delete" files on your microSD card.

INSTALLING YOUR PHONE HOLDER

Installing your phone holder is required to use your ASC-2500 drone's camera. To install your phone holder, turn your controller around to the back side with the battery compartment facing you and start by clicking in the top "two teeth" into the two holes on the top of the controller and then proceed to click in the bottom (see diagram S).
To remove, pull from the bottom first.
INSTALLING YOUR PHONE HOLDER

CAMERA VIDEO AND PHOTO STREAMING SETUP

Your ASC-2500 comes equipped with an on-board digital camera that takes both video and still photographs and streams them to your mobile device.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO GET STARTED USING YOUR CAMERA

  1. One Apple or Android Smart phone* (Phone not included).
  2. The ASC-2500 App successfully downloaded and installed on your mobile device.
    Note instructions on using the App are in the application tutorial
  3. To Download the ASC-2500 App, scan the appropriate QR code below which will link to the App on either the Android Play Store or Apple Store. If you are not able to scan the QR code, manually enter the web address located under the appropriate QR code for your phone.

  4. After the ASC-2500 App is installed, it should create an icon on your screen (see icon below). Click the icon to run the App and make sure that it has installed correctly on your device. If not, please delete and repeat the process again.
  5. Follow the "TUTORIAL" for instructions on connecting/pairing your ASC-2500 drone to the App and using the App for recording film and still photos.
    *Apple@ devices require the use of i0S 10.0 or higher.
    ANDROIDTM devices require the use of OS 4.2.2 or higher.
    Ifyou're still encountering difficulties downloading the ASC-2500 App, please contact our customer service department at www.amaxbrands.com

TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR ASC-2500

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
No Power
  1. Power switched off
  2. Polarity is reversed
  3. Batteries may be low or in need of charging
  1. Press the ON/OFF switch to ON
  2. Make sure all batteries are installed correctly (see diagram A)
  3. Replace batteries
Drone Not Responding
  1. Remote is switched off
  2. Battery power in remote is too weak
  3. The remote is not properly synced
  4. Out of control range
  1. ASC-2500 the ON/OFF switch to ON
  2. Replace remote batteries
  3. Re-sync the remote
  4. Do not fly beyond 500 feet
Drone Won't lift off
  1. Rotor speed too slow
  2. Drone not fully charged
  3. Obstruction of rotors
  1. Push throttle lever forward
  2. Recharge your ASC-2500
  3. Check rotors for hair or other obstructions
Drone Spins, can not be trimmed

Rotor deformation

Motor not functioning

 Replace the damaged rotor (You may need to consult with a customer service personnel)
Drone Tilt to one direction Drone did not calibrate properly Restart the drone and controller, properly calibrate it on a flat level surface
Altitude Hold height is not stable, the drone continues to move up and down without locking into position Drone vibrates too much Check the propeller deformation

REPLACING THE PROPELLER BLADES

Your ASC-2500's propeller system is a precision instrument that may need repair or replacement from time to time for optimal flight function. Crash landing at high-speed may cause damage to your ASC-2500 propellers.

  1. The ASC-2500 has four sets blades, two sets of blades with indication letters A & B on front, and two sets blades with indication letters B & A on the rear (see the diagram T).
    REPLACING THE PROPELLER BLADES - Step 1
  2. When replacing the propeller blades, make sure to match the indication markings/letters on the blades.
  3. Unscrew and take off the damaged blade.
    REPLACING THE PROPELLER BLADES - Step 2
  4. Replace with new correct blade.
    Blade Front Left = A
    Blade Front Right = B
    Blade Back Left = B
    Blade Back Right = A

ASC-2500 WARNING

The ASC-2500 is designed for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. The ASC-2500 blades revolve at high speeds and can cause damage to the user, spectators and animals. Stand away from the ASC-2500 to reduce the risk of getting into the flight path. Warn spectators that you will be flying your ASC-2500 so that they are aware of its position. Before flight, inspect the rotor blades to make certain that the blades are securely fastened to the ASC-2500.

  • Choking/Cutting Hazard. Small Parts/Sharp Rotor Blades.
  • Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from the propeller when the power ASC-2500 is turned to the ON position.
  • Turn off the transmitter and ASC-2500 when not in use.
  • The included charger is built specifically for the ASC-2500 Li-Poly battery. Do not use it to charge any other battery.
  • New alkaline batteries are recommended for maximum performance.
  • Parental supervision recommended when flying ASC-2500.

BATTERY WARNINGS

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

This ASC-2500 uses a Li-Poly rechargeable battery. If battery no longer stays charged, dispose of battery properly according to local disposal requirements.

CONTROLLER BATTERIES

Remote control requires 4 "AAA" batteries (not included).

Please read the important battery safety warning below.

  • Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) and rechargeable batteries (Nickel Metal Hydride).
  • Do not mix old and new batteries.
  • Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
  • Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the item before being charged (if removable).
  • Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
  • Exhausted batteries should be removed immediately and must be recycled or disposed of properly according to state or local government ordinances and regulations.
  • The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
  • Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
  • Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity (see inside booklet for diagram).
  • Do not dispose batteries in a fire - batteries may leak or explode.
  • This product is only to be connected to equipment bearing either of the following symbols: or

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Always remove the batteries from the wireless remote control when it is not being used for an extended period of time.
  • To clean, gently wipe the remote control and ASC-2500 with a clean damp cloth.
  • Keep the product away from direct heat or sunlight.
  • Do not submerge the product into water. This can damage the unit beyond repair.
  • Parental guidance recommended when installing or replacing the batteries.

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