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Copyright This manual is copyrighted by Autel Robotics Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. Without prior written authorization from the company, no person (or entity) may copy, scan, store, distribute, reproduce, sell, transfer, or modify any part or all of this manual in any form for personal use or use by others.
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Thank you for purchasing and using the EVO Nano Series aircraft (hereinafter referred to as "aircraft") from Autel Robotics. Relevant user documents for this product are provided in electronic form along with the product, and download links are provided in this manual. Before...
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Inertia Measurement Unit Read Before Your First Flight To ensure safe use of the EVO Nano Series aircraft, Autel Robotics provides you with the following documents and relevant tutorial videos. Please scan the QR codes in this manual or use the provided links to access them.
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Store the aircraft and its accessories out of the reach of children and pets. If you do not abide by the Safety Operation Guidelines, Autel Robotics shall not be responsible for any product damage or personal and property loss during use, and shall not provide any warranty service.
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The content of this manual will be updated from time to time based on the function updates of the product. Please be aware that in the absence of flight logs from the Autel Sky, Autel Robotics may not be able to analyze the causes of product damage or accidents and provide after-sales service.
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Autel Robotics guarantees users who purchase products through its official authorized channels that: Under normal use, the Autel Robotics products you purchase will be free from material and workmanship defects during the warranty period. If you can provide a valid purchase receipt, the warranty period of this product is calculated from the midnight of the next day after you receive the product.
Table of Contents Product Overview ........................1 Introduction ..........................1 Product Acceptance Checklist ....................2 Standard bundle ......................2 Premium bundle......................3 UAS Introduction ........................3 Flight Safety ..........................6 Legal Use Guidelines ......................6 China’s Mainland ......................6 The U.S.......................... 7 Canada ..........................
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Flight modes ....................... 40 Intelligent flight function ..................41 Installing the microSD Card ....................42 Noise ............................43 Autel SkyLink Image Transmission Function ..............43 Remote Controller ....................... 47 Introduction .......................... 47 Remote controller components ................47 Communication frequency bands ................49 Charging the Remote Controller ..................
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Frequency Pairing With the Remote Controller ............... 56 Using the Autel Sky application ................56 Using combination buttons (for forced frequency pairing) ........ 57 Starting/Stopping the Aircraft Motor ................57 Remote Controller Keys ....................58 Customizable button Fn ..................58 Return-to-Home button and pause button ............
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A.3 Remote Controller ....................... 88 A.4 Smart battery ........................89 Appendix B Declaration of Conformity ....................91 Appendix C Drone Pilot Information Notices ..................92...
28 minutes. Also, it utilizes a three-axis stabilized gimbal, allowing you to view observed videos and data in real time through the Autel Sky Application. The EVO Nano Series aircraft adopts a foldable design and can hold its propellers for easy storage and transportation.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Product Acceptance Checklist The EVO Nano Series are available in four colors and come in standard and premium bundles. The packing list varies accordingly. After unboxing the product, please check whether the actual items match the items described in the following packing list and carefully inspect the appearance of the aircraft and all accessories.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Premium bundle Table 1-2 Packing List Item Model/Specification Quantity Note Includes 1 battery, EVO Nano Series MDA or MDA2 propellers, and a gimbal Aircraft protective cover. Spare Smart MDA_2250_770 Battery Adapter Multi Charger Used with power adapter...
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Diameter of a propeller: 126 mm Type of the propeller: Folding propeller All the above components have passed Autel Robotics safety and compatibility tests, users can purchase and use accordingly. In case of adding any payload before flight, please evaluate the mounting weight reasonably.
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A complete RC includes the controller body (equipped with functional buttons), joysticks, and an antenna. Any damage or missing of these components may result in a malfunction. The Autel Sky, serving as the flight application software that controls the aircraft, should be maintained to ensure comprehensive control over the UAS.
The EVO Nano Series aircraft is a light unmanned aircraft, and the operation of this product by individuals under the age of 16 is prohibited by Autel Robotics. Users under the age of 16 must use this aircraft under the supervision of a professional adult.
This product is not a toy, and individuals under the age of 16 are prohibited from operating In the EU region, The EVO Nano Series aircraft bears a C0 class identification label, and thus you must comply with subcategory A1 operational restrictions while using it, which are as follows: 1.
EASA Class 0 drones with camera: (https://www.easa.europa.eu/document-library/general-publications/drones-information- notices) According to EU regulations, the EVO Nano Series aircraft is equipped with sensors (gimbal camera) capable of detecting personal data. Users are required to undergo legal registration when using the product.
Chapter 2 Flight Safety Ensure a clear understanding of the type of flight activity (e.g., recreational, official, or business). Obtain permits from relevant authorities before flying. If necessary, consult with local legal professionals for detailed definitions and explanations of flight activity types. ...
Chapter 2 Flight Safety during flight operations, the aircraft may not be able to fly normally, so return and landing should be done promptly. Choose open and spacious areas or high grounds for flying. Tall mountains, rocks, urban structures, and forests may obstruct the GNSS signal and the aircraft's video transmission signal.
The visual obstacle avoidance system is not 100% reliable. When flying with the visual obstacle avoidance system activated, always pay attention to the live video feed on the Autel Sky. Visual positioning function The aircraft supports visual positioning function in the absence of GNSS signals, providing flight positioning capabilities when GNSS signals are poor or lost, ensuring the safe flight of the aircraft.
Please pay attention while the aircraft is landing." and the RC will simultaneously emit a voice prompt. If the aircraft is in ATTI function: The Autel Sky will display a floating window with the alert "ATTI mode, fly with caution." and the RC will simultaneously emit a voice prompt.
“6.4 Setting Interface” in Chapter 6. If the return home point is not set in the Autel Sky, the aircraft will default to the takeoff point as the return home point. During the auto return home process, the control functions of the RC for the aircraft will be disabled.
If the current battery level is only sufficient for the return home process, the Autel Sky will display a pop-up alert saying "The system calculates that your current charge is only enough to return to the Home Point.
4s, the Autel Sky will display a warning prompt “Aircraft disconnected” and the aircraft will activate auto-return. In the Autel Sky, "Signal Lost " is set to “Return to Home” by default, it also can be set to “Hover” or “Descend”. For details, please refer to “6.4 Settings...
2. If the landing protection function detects that the ground is not suitable for landing (such as uneven terrain or water below), the aircraft will hover, prompt in the Autel Sky for user action, and only start descending when triggering severe low battery landing, which cannot be canceled by the user.
If decoding errors persist for a certain duration, leading to communication failure, the C2 link will be disconnected, and the aircraft will enter a reconnecting state. The loss of connection behavior for the EVO Nano Series aircraft includes two modes: “Go home”, “Resume”.
The EVO Nano Series aircraft is equipped with a built-in geofence system in the flight control system. Before each flight, ensure that the RC can connect to the internet to automatically update airspace restriction information, which will be synchronized to the drone.
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In the Autel Sky, tapping on each no-fly zone on the map will prompt the geofence information of each no-fly zone: No-fly zone: area name, area level (no-fly zone), affiliated area (prefecture-level city), no-fly time (only temporary no-fly zone display).
Autel Sky will display a warning alert "The aircraft is close to the warning zone. " and after entering the warning zone, the Autel Sky will display " The aircraft is in the warning zone, please fly with caution." to remind users to be cautious.
(with the take-off point as the center). Users can set the altitude and distance limits in the Autel Sky to ensure the safe flight of the aircraft. For more details, please refer to “6.4 Settings...
Altitude and Distance Limitation Diagram In the Autel Sky, the allowable range for altitude restriction is 25 ~ 800 m, and the allowable range for distance restriction is 30 ~ ∞ m. During actual flight, the set maximum altitude limit should not exceed the altitude restricted by local laws and regulations, such as the maximum flight altitude of aircraft in China’s Mainland, the United States, the European...
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Table 2-4 Compass Calibration Step Operation Diagram After turning on the aircraft and RC, tap " " > "Safety" > "Compass Calibration" > "Start" on the flight interface of Autel Sky. When calibration process starts, When calibration process begins, the rear indicator of the aircraft turns yellow and blinks.
However, if there are abnormal acceleration and angular velocity readings, follow the steps below for IMU calibration. Follow the prompts on the IMU calibration page in the Autel Sky to position the aircraft and ensure it remains in a stationary state.
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Chapter 2 Flight Safety Flip the aircraft 180 ° , placing it with the belly facing up on a flat surface, until the next step is displayed Please be careful to protect the lens on the back of the aircraft during this process. Place the left side of the aircraft flat on the ground until the next step is displayed...
If the propellers are stopped when the aircraft has a certain initial velocity, the aircraft will follow a parabolic trajectory during free fall. Do not stop the propellers in this unpredictable scenario. After completing the forced landing, please contact Autel Robotics promptly for inspection of the power system.
The EVO Nano Series aircraft supports the DRI system and uses Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Beacon, 802.11n) for broadcasting. Enable the DRI system by configuring it in the Autel Sky.
Confirm that the aircraft, RC, etc., have been upgraded to the latest versions as prompted. Address all warnings and errors displayed on the Autel Sky. Enter the Autel Sky settings page to configure flight control parameters, obstacle avoidance systems, joystick modes, and other relevant flight safety parameters. Familiarize yourself with flight operations to ensure parameter settings meet your needs and guarantee flight safety.
By default, the aircraft is pre-paired with the RC at the factory. After turning on the aircraft and the RC, you will see an activation prompt in the Autel Sky. Please follow the steps in the Autel Sky to activate the aircraft.
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Chapter 3 Aircraft Integrates multiple sensors stable shooting Gimbal Camera measurements during flight. Forward Visual Used to sense the obstacles ahead and avoid the aircraft from Perception System colliding with them. Landing Gear Used to support the aircraft to avoid damage to the bottom of (built-in antenna) the fuselage.
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Chapter 3 Aircraft Table 3-3 Aircraft Side View Details Name Description Air Outlet Used to vent the heat produced in flight. The USB-C interface of the aircraft is not available for charging. Please do not connect a charger to it. For aircraft charging, refer to “5.3.4 Charging the smart battery”...
Chapter 3 Aircraft Propeller Propellers are consumable parts that require regular maintenance and replacement to ensure the safe flight of the aircraft. The EVO Nano Series aircraft uses a quick-release propeller design, making it easy for you to replace them. Replacing propellers The propellers are installed in the aircraft by default at the factory, and reinstallation is not required.
Before each flight, make sure that all propellers are mounted correctly and securely. Please use the propellers provided by Autel Robotics. Do not mix propellers of different models.
Chapter 3 Aircraft Store the Propellers Before folding the arms, you should turn off the power of the aircraft. Store the propeller and fold the rear arms first, then fold the front arms. Aircraft Indicator The aircraft each has an LED indicator at the rear, which will display the current status of the aircraft.
For the control operations of the RC, please refer to “4.1.1 Remote controller components” in Chapter 4. Autel Sky Control For the control operations and the functions related to the camera in the Autel Sky, please refer “6.6 Camera Interface” in Chapter 6.
Chapter 3 Aircraft Gimbal The EVO Nano aircraft is equipped with a three-axis stabilized gimbal with a high-precision motor structure, which can ensure stable camera shooting when the aircraft is flying. Gimbal Structure of EVO Nano Aircraft Table 3-7 Gimbal Structure Details of EVO Nano Aircraft Name Description Dampener Mount...
Chapter 3 Aircraft Gimbal Structure of EVO Nano+ Aircraft Table 3-8 Gimbal Structure Details of EVO Nano+ Aircraft Name Description Dampener Mount Used to support dampeners and gimbal cameras, etc. Camera Used to capture pictures or videos. UV Lens Used to filter ultraviolet rays, protect the lens. Used to control the moving range of the gimbal to rotate up or Pitch Axis Motor down (mechanical range: -125°~+35°, controllable movement...
Chapter 3 Aircraft Mechanical Rotation Range of the Gimbal of the EVO Nano Series aircraft Users can control the pitch rotation range of the gimbal: -90° to 15°. Gimbal mode The gimbal has two operating modes: Stabilized Mode and FPV Mode.
Do not disassemble the gimbal at will. Otherwise, warranty eligibility will be lost. Flight Control System EVO Nano Series aircraft achieves stable and convenient flight control through its built-in intelligent flight control system. The system supports a number of advanced functions, including auto-return, failsafe, and visual positioning system.
Flight modes The aircraft has varying flight performance in different flight modes. You can set the flight mode of the aircraft in the Autel Sky. For more information, please refer to “6.3 Status Bar” and “6.4...
Chapter 3 Aircraft Forward, backward, left, and right: 16 m/s; Ascend: 5.0 m/s; Descend: Ludicrous 3.0 m/s. If you have not fully mastered the flight control of the aircraft, it is not recommended for you to switch to Ludicrous mode. ...
Chapter 3 Aircraft Noise When the EVO Nano Series aircraft hovers, it generates noise with an intensity of 69dB (at a distance of 0.5 meters from the aircraft). Users should familiarize themselves with local noise pollution prevention and control regulations and set a reasonable flight altitude or safety distance to ensure no interference with other individuals, groups, or organizations.
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Please feel assured in using it. The relevant certified frequency bands are listed in the table below. During actual use, after powering on and pairing the aircraft with the RC, the Autel Sky on the mobile device (connect to the RC) will automatically determine the location of different countries and regions based on the GNSS information received by the aircraft.
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UAS will automatically match the legal frequency band based on GNSS positioning, so users can use it with confidence. Table 3-14 Global Certified Frequency Bands for EVO Nano Series Aircraft (Wi-Fi) Certified Operating Frequency Details Countries &...
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802.11ac Korea 5.8G-80G) The EVO Nano Series Aircraft supports Wi-Fi fast transfer, and photos and videos on the aircraft can be downloaded to mobile devices at a transfer speed of up to 20MB/s through the Autel Sky. During flight, the Wi-Fi fast transfer function of the aircraft will not be enabled, and this function will only be supported after the aircraft lands.
Remote Controller Introduction The RC adopts the Autel SkyLink image transmission technology of Autel Robotics, has strong anti-interference capability and supports the double-emission and double-receiving of 2.4GHz, 5.8GHz and 5.2GHz. It can complete the control and setting of aircraft and camera within at most 10km distance and can display a high-definition picture in mobile device in a real-time manner by Autel Sky.
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Transmits the control signals of the RC and receives the image Antenna transmission information of the aircraft. Mobile Device Used to mount a mobile device installed with Autel Sky. Holder Left command stick and right command stick control the direction and motion of aircraft.
After the aircraft is paired with the RC, the frequency bands between them will be automatically controlled by the Autel Sky based on the geographical information of the aircraft. This is to ensure compliance with local regulations regarding frequency bands.
Chapter 4 Remote Controller Please use the official charger provided by Autel Robotics to charge the RC. Using third- party chargers may damage the battery of the RC. After charging is complete, please disconnect the RC from the charging device promptly.
Be sure to turn off the aircraft before turning off the RC. Connecting to Mobile Device When the RC is on, extend the mobile device holder and mount the device (pre-installed Autel Sky App) in the holder. Use the RC cable (USB-C to USB-C or USB-C to Lightning) to connect the mobile device interface and the RC interface.
Three stick modes are available, that is, Mode 1, Mode 2 (default), and Mode After the RC is connected to a mobile device with the Autel Sky installed, the stick mode can be set in the Autel Sky. For more information, please refer to “6.4 Settings...
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Chapter 4 Remote Controller Heading of the aircraft Left movement (Turn left) Heading of the aircraft Right movement (Turn right) Stick Mode Types Table 4-5 Stick Modes Details Mode Stick Move Up/Down Move Left/Right Controls the forward and Controls the heading of Left Command Stick backward movement of the aircraft...
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Chapter 4 Remote Controller Table 4-6 Default Stick Mode (Mode 2) Mode 2 Aircraft Flight Status Control Method Left Command The up-and-down direction of the left stick Stick is the throttle stick, which is used to control Move Up or the vertical lift of the aircraft.
1. Turn on the aircraft and the RC, double-click the aircraft battery power button. The LED on the rear arm of the aircraft will flash green quickly to show it is ready to pair. 2. Connect your RC with the mobile device, enter Autel Sky, click “Connect New Aircraft” in “Profile”, and follow the pairing instruction.
3. After successful pairing, the green LED at the tail of aircraft will be on for 5 seconds and then flash slowly, and Autel Sky will enter into camera interface. Starting/Stopping the Aircraft Motor Table 4-7 Start/Stop the Aircraft Motor...
Chapter 4 Remote Controller The throttle stick is used for controller ascend and descend of the aircraft, and its location varies in different stick modes. When the aircraft is taking off or landing, keep it away from people, vehicles, and other moving objects.
“6.4 Settings Before using the auto-return function, you need to set the home point in advance in the Autel Sky. For more information, please refer to Interface” in Chapter 6. If the home point is not set, the aircraft will take the take-off point as the home point by default.
Calibrating the Remote Controller If the RC is abnormal, it is recommended to calibrate it via Autel Sky, as shown below. Table 4-9 Calibrating the RC Step...
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Chapter 4 Remote Controller According to the calibration guide page of the RC, move the dial wheel and the left and right sticks according to the directions shown in the figure and hold for 1 second. At this time, the calibration direction icon will be changed to blue, indicating that the orientation calibration...
Smart Battery Battery Introduction The EVO Nano Series aircraft comes standard with the MDA_2250_770 smart battery (hereafter referred to as smart battery) as the power battery. This battery is a rechargeable lithium-ion polymer (LiPo) battery and features high energy density and capacity. The smart battery can be charged with an MaxAd_3SA battery charger.
Chapter 5 Smart Battery Smart Battery Functions The smart battery has the following functions: Battery Level Display The smart battery has a built-in battery level indicator, which shows the current battery level of the smart battery. Communication The aircraft can obtain real-time battery information, such as voltage, current, battery level, and battery temperature, through the communication interface on the smart battery.
Chapter 5 Smart Battery Once a short circuit is detected, the power supply of the smart battery will be cut off to protect the battery. Before using the smart battery, please carefully read and strictly follow the requirements in this Manual, “Battery Safety Operation Guidelines”, and “Disclaimer”, and those on the battery's surface sticker.
Chapter 5 Smart Battery Installing/Removing the smart battery Table 5-2 Install the Smart Battery Step Operation Diagram Turn off the smart battery before installing the battery. Slowly insert the smart battery into the battery compartment on the aircraft fuselage, and you will hear a clicking sound when the battery is in place.
Chapter 5 Smart Battery Turning on/off the smart battery Turning on the smart battery When the smart battery is turned off, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds to turn on the battery. Turning off the smart battery When the smart battery is turned on, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds to turn off the battery.
: Green light flash : off After the aircraft is connected to the RC, you can check the current smart battery level of the aircraft in the top status bar of the Autel Sky. For more information, please refer to “6.3 Status Bar”...
Modifying the official smart battery or charging device provided by Autel Robotics is prohibited. Only use the battery and charging device provided by Autel Robotics. Autel Robotics is not responsible for any consequences, such as battery accidents and flight failure, caused by the use of third-party batteries or charging devices.
2. Insert the smart battery into the aircraft and turn on the power. Check the battery information through the Autel Sky, whether the voltage difference between the battery cells is less than 0.1 V, and whether the battery firmware is up to date.
Chapter 5 Smart Battery Standard charging and discharging process Use the maintenance charging mode of the original charger, and proceed as follows: 1. Use the battery charger included in the standard aircraft kit to charge the smart battery to 100% and let the battery sit for 1 hour. 2.
This part is based on version 1.4.79 of Autel Sky. Main Interface After pairing the RC with the aircraft, open the Autel Sky on the mobile device, and you will automatically enter the main interface. Main Interface of the Autel Sky App...
In the "Settings" interface, users can view and configure flight control, visual obstacle avoidance, remote control, image transmission, aircraft battery, gimbal camera, and general parameters. Settings Interface Table 6-3 Details of the Settings Interface of the Autel Sky App Module Setting Item ...
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Chapter 6 Autel Sky App "Return to Home", "Hover" or "Descend". Perform compass calibration and IMU calibration for the aircraft. View aircraft battery information (battery temperature, battery health, discharge count), and set low battery warning threshold, severe low battery warning threshold, and enable or disable battery protection.
Chapter 6 Autel Sky App Set the anti-flicker frequency to "50Hz", "60Hz" or turn off this function. Enable or disable overexposure warning. Enable or disable the histogram. Enable or disable the time stamp function. Perform camera settings reset.
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Chapter 6 Autel Sky App Map Interface Table 6-4 Details of the Map Interface Name Description Gimbal Angle Real-time display of the current gimbal pitch angle of the Display aircraft. Tapping this icon allows you to swap positions with the camera...
Chapter 6 Autel Sky App Camera Interface Users can freely switch between shooting and video functions on the camera interface to realize panorama, hyperlapse, shooting, portrait, quick shot, tracking and other camera functions. Camera Interface Table 6-5 Details of the Camera Interface...
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Chapter 6 Autel Sky App When selecting the recording working mode, tap the recording button to start recording; tap the recording button again to end recording.
3. The SD card has enough space to store firmware files. When the system detects a new firmware version, the Autel Sky will automatically pop up a prompt box after connecting to the aircraft to remind you to download and install it. Please follow the prompts to download and upgrade.
Users can contact Autel Robotics to purchase the above parts and replace them by themselves according to the operating instructions. If you need to replace parts that are not in the list, please contact Autel Robotics. Damage caused by unauthorized disassembly and assembly will not be covered by the warranty.
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Chapter 7 Firmware Updates and Maintenance 1. If the aircraft displays a fault during self-check (the tail LED indicator will turn solid red): For hardware problems, please contact Autel Robotics customer support. 2. If the motor fails to start, please check the following issues: ...
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14. How to reset the controller to factory default settings: By tapping the “Reset” icon on the profile interface of the Autel Sky, you can reset the App to factory default settings. 15. When the aircraft or the controller experiences unexpected shutdown during firmware updates, restart the device: ...
Appendix C Drone Pilot Information Notices Appendix A Product Specifications A.1 Aircraft Aircraft Weight of EVO Nano Series Aircraft 249 g (With propellers, battery) Maximum takeoff weight 249 g Unfolded: 325 x 260 x 62 mm Dimensions Folded: 142 x 94 x 62 mm Max.
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Appendix A Product Specifications Ludicrous: 200°/s Working temperature 0~40℃ Battery hot replacement not support Internal storage None Wi-Fi transfer 20MB/s GNSS GPS/Galileo/GLONASS Vertically: ±0.1 meters (when visual positioning is working normally) ±0.5 meters (when GNSS is working normally) Hover accuracy Horizontally: ±0.
Appendix C Drone Pilot Information Notices 70° horizontally, 88° vertically Backward: 40° horizontally, 30° vertically Downward: 40° horizontally, 30° vertically Front, rear: The surface has rich texture and sufficient lighting conditions (>15 lux, normal indoor fluorescent lighting environment) Below: The ground is richly textured and the lighting Effective use of the environment conditions are sufficient (>15 lux, normal indoor fluorescent lighting environment) The surface is made...
Appendix A Product Specifications Support file system FAT32/exFAT Gimbal Pitch: -125°~45° Mechanical scope Roll: -34°~33° Yaw: -25°~25° Controllable rotation range Pitch: -90°~15° Stable system Three-axis stabilization Maximum control speed (pitch) 30°/s Angualr vibration range ±0.003° A.3 Remote Controller Material PC+ABS Operating Temperature 0℃...
Appendix B Declaration of Conformity Appendix C Drone Pilot Information Notices When flying this aircraft product in the territory of EU Member States, please comply with the following EASA regulations.
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Appendix C Drone Pilot Information Notices You can visit the EASA official website to get other language versions: https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/document-library/general-publications/drones-information- notices.
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