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USER MANUAL &
INSTRUCTIONS
ZÉPHYR RESCUE DEVICE FOR DJI MATRICE 30
WITH CO2 RELEASE DEVICE

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL & INSTRUCTIONS ZÉPHYR RESCUE DEVICE FOR DJI MATRICE 30 WITH CO2 RELEASE DEVICE...
  • Page 2 SUMMARY PRESENTATION OF THE USES OF THE ZÉPHYR USES OF THE ZÉPHYR PARACHUTE SYSTEM M30 PARACHUTE M30 PARACHUTE The CEO's words Parachute activation with FTS Safety button installation (optional) (optional) Parachute system presentation Parachute triggering with FTS activation without parachute safety button (optional) Warnings and precautions (optional)
  • Page 3 OPERATING PROCEDURES & USEFUL LINKS MAINTENANCE Useful links Parachute rearming Spring and percussion tip checking CONTACT US Parachute canopy folding Contact us Remote control reseting Parachute module reseting MAINTENANCE & GUARANTEES Storage of the parachute Specific maintenance Guarantee Liability notice...
  • Page 4 CONGRATULATIONS JUST HAVE ACQUIRED YOUR ZÉPHYR MATRICE PARACHUTE. At Dronavia, we have been developing since 2015 a wide range innovative accessories secure your professional drones. Based in France, we design and manufacture all our products in our own design office and workshop.
  • Page 5 Based in Remiremont, France, DRONAVIA is at your service to advise you on the purchase of your Matrice 30 parachute and to answer any technical or commercial questions.
  • Page 6 This emergency device does not preserve the integrity of the equipment, nor the damage to property and people, it is a safety element that complements other safety elements. DRONAVIA and its distributors cannot be blamed for any malfunction or operation...
  • Page 7 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR Dronavia may suspend the warranty and disclaim any liability to any person who fails to observe the basic safety instructions set out below. Dronavia accepts no responsibility for damage or injury caused directly or indirectly by the use of CO2 cartridges or by the use of CO2 cartridges that do not meet the safety requirements and standards.
  • Page 8 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR The Zéphyr Matrice 30 parachute is a safety device which, under certain conditions, prevents the free fall of the drone equipped with it. This equipment does not prevent technical problems from occurring on the drone. Any flight with a drone implies the existence of a danger for the equipment and the people in the vicinity, independently of the equipment used.
  • Page 9 THE 5 RULES TO RESPECT It is forbidden to carry out any manipulations other than those specified in the manual. The device should only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. Always keep the device out of the reach of children. Do not let them play with it.
  • Page 10 THE 5 RULES TO RESPECT The use of a Zéphyr Matrice 30 parachute should not in any way increase your risk-taking. The Zéphyr Matrice 30 parachute attempts to counteract the free fall of a malfunctioning UAV. However, there drop situations where effectiveness of the Zéphyr Matrice 30 parachute may be limited or impeded.
  • Page 11 USES In this section you will find all the information you need to use your Zéphyr M30 parachute. The activation of a drone rescue system is not a harmless act. It should only be done in an emergency situation. We remind you that limiting the impact on the ground does not guarantee the preservation of the aircraft, nor the absence of damage to the ground or injury to persons.
  • Page 12 COMPONENTS PRESENTATION C02 cartridge (4G) Canopy ejection tube Electronic module & C02 Fixing strap Remote control trigger module Bottom plate Ground test reset tools Reset tools ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED 2mm allen key Micro-USB cable...
  • Page 13 COMPONENTS PRESENTATION OF THE ZÉPHYR M30 PARACHUTE 330G TOTAL WEIGHT (WITH CARTRIDGE) CO2 CARTRIDGE DEVICE 4 GRAMS EJECTOR FROM MINIMUM HEIGHT 15 METERS EFFICIENCY SRD860 WITH COMMUNICATION ENCRYPTED KEY WIRELESS RADIO (868 MHZ / 100 MW) RANGE OF THE 1500 METERS REMOTE CONTROL 5 HOURS PARACHUTE...
  • Page 14 LES PIÈCES DU SYSTÈME SYSTEM ELEMENTS The Zéphyr parachute module contains the system's dedicated electronics, the wireless communication module and a power supply battery independent of that of the UAV. It is composed of an ignition button, located on the back, and an indication LED (Figure 1).
  • Page 15 LES PIÈCES DU SYSTÈME SYSTEM ELEMENTS The remote control module consists of a red adhesive base, an oval ignition button on the back, a triangular parachute release button, an indicator LED, three white battery level LEDs, an extension port on the left side and a USB port on the right side for recharging (Figures 2, 3 &...
  • Page 16 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION The Zéphyr Matrice 30 parachute system can be installed in a few minutes. To install the parachute, please follow these instructions in order: Unscrew the plug cover using a small cross-headed screwdriver. FIGURE 6 Carefully position the parachute on the drone, taking care when inserting the parachute's USB-C socket into the drone's USB-C socket.
  • Page 17 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION Once the Zephyr parachute system is perfectly positioned, screw in the hand-screws (figure 8). Let the straps hang down on both sides of the drone (figure 9) FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9...
  • Page 18 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION Centre the bottom plate on the bottom of the drone (figure 10) FIGURE 10 Handle your Matrice 30 drone with care when turning it over.
  • Page 19 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION Insert the latch on the dedicated part of the bottom plate (figure 11). Lock the strap latch on the bottom plate by lifting the latch (figure 12,13) FIGURE 11 FIGURE 12 FIGURE 13...
  • Page 20 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION Install the Zephyr trigger remote control on its red base and then attach the remote control with the adhesive provided to the DJI Matrice 30 radio control (figure 14 & 15). Before gluing the base permanently in place, carry out a positioning test.
  • Page 21 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION with accessory OPTIONAL Unscrew the plug cover using a small cross-headed screwdriver. (figure 16) FIGURE 16 Unscrew the spacers from the hand screws. (figure 17) FIGURE 17...
  • Page 22 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION with accessory OPTIONAL Carefully position the parachute on the drone, taking care when inserting the parachute's USB-C socket into the drone's USB-C socket. (figure 18) FIGURE 18 Place the accessory on the drone. Secure the accessory using the screws supplied with it.
  • Page 23 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION OPTIONAL Once the Zephyr parachute system is perfectly positioned, screw in the hand-screws (figure 21). Let the straps hang down on both sides of the drone (figure 22) FIGURE 21 FIGURE 22...
  • Page 24 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION OPTIONAL Centre the bottom plate on the bottom of the drone (figure 23) FIGURE 23 Handle your Matrice 30 drone with care when turning it over.
  • Page 25 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION OPTIONAL Insert the latch on the dedicated part of the bottom plate (figure 24). Lock the strap latch on the bottom plate by lifting the latch (figure 25,26) FIGURE 24 FIGURE 25 FIGURE 26...
  • Page 26 PARACHUTE INSTALLATION OPTIONAL Install the Zephyr trigger remote control on its red base and then attach the remote control with the adhesive provided to the DJI Matrice 30 radio control (figure 27 & 28). Before gluing the base permanently in place, carry out a positioning test.
  • Page 27 PARACHUTE ACTIVATION To activate the parachute, follow these steps in order: Turn on the remote control module by pressing the power button (on the back of the remote control) for 2 seconds. (figure 29) If you have connected the parachute to the drone using the supplied cord, turn on the drone and the parachute will automatically turn on.
  • Page 28 YOUR ZÉPHYR M30 PARACHUTE IS ACTIVE & OPERATIONAL!
  • Page 29 PARACHUTE DISASSEMBLY To remove the system, simply follow the installation instructions in reverse order. The remote control module can remain installed on the DJI M30 radio without disturbing its operation.
  • Page 30 PARACHUTE ACTIVATION WITH FTS OPTIONAL To activate the parachute on a drone equipped with a FTS, follow these steps in order: Turn on the remote control module by pressing the power button (on the back of the remote control) for 2 seconds. Turn on the drone.
  • Page 31 FTS ACTIVATION WITHOUT PARACHUTE OPTIONAL It is possible to activate only the FTS on a drone equipped with a parachute and a FTS, for example in a S2 scenario flight. To activate only the FTS on a drone equipped with a parachute with a FTS, follow these instructions in order: Disconnect the connection cable at the back of the parachute module Turn on the remote control module by pressing the power button (on...
  • Page 32 SYSTEM STATUS Two LED indicators on the remote control and parachute side help you check the system status in real time. Here is a summary of the different states: NORMAL FUNCTIONING System initalisation Operational system (Parachute only or FTS only) SLOW FLASHING Parachute only or FTS only triggered RAPID FLASHING...
  • Page 33 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY CHECKING Four indicator lights allow you to check the battery level of the zéphyr remote control. A short press on the remote control's power button indicates the remaining battery level according to the number of indicators lit (figure 31). 100% FIGURE 31...
  • Page 34 PARACHUTE MODULE BATTERY CHECKING A short press on the parachute module's ignition button indicates the remaining charge level by the number of times the indicator flashes. (figure 32) 100% FIGURE 32...
  • Page 35 PARACHUTE TRIGGERING To activate the parachute, follow these instructions: Never attempt to activate the parachute on the ground. Refer to the "System Maintenance" chapter on page 35, if necessary. The Zéphyr Matrice 30 parachute is designed to be activated at a minimum height of 15m / ground in standard atmospheric conditions.
  • Page 36 PARACHUTE TRIGGERING In order to keep the possibility of triggering the parachute at your fingertips and to be as reactive as possible, a simple gesture allows you to trigger the parachute system and to cut the motors (if a FTS is installed) of the DJI Matrice 30.
  • Page 37 SYSTEM SHUTDOWN To stop, turn off and reset the parachute, follow these steps in order: Turn off the parachute module by holding down the ignition button for 5 seconds. (figure 34) Turn off the remote control module by holding down the power button for 5 seconds.
  • Page 38 REMOTE CONTROL CHARGING To charge the remote control battery, simply connect a micro USB cable to the micro USB socket on the right and connect the cable to a computer (figure 36). The status LED will turn solid yellow to indicate charging and solid green once the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 39 PARACHUTE MODULE CHARGING To charge the parachute battery, simply connect a micro USB cable to the micro USB socket near the ignition switch and connect the cable to a computer (figure 37). The status LED will change to a solid yellow to indicate charging and to a solid green once the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 40 SAFETY BUTTON INSTALLATION OPTIONAL You have the option to purchase and install an optional safety button. The safety button adds a second release button to the system to prevent unwanted triggers from inadvertently pressing the release button on the Zéphyr remote. The security button comes with a connection cable, to connect it to your Zéphyr remote control, simply connect the cable between the security button and the remote control (figures 38, 39, 40 &...
  • Page 41 SAFETY BUTTON INSTALLATION OPTIONAL FIGURE 40 FIGURE 41 Check before each take-off that the safety button is correctly connected to the zéphyr remote control.
  • Page 42 SAFETY BUTTON INSTALLATION OPTIONAL The Zéphyr remote control and safety button can be positioned on the matrice 30 remote control as shown in figure 42 below. FIGURE 42...
  • Page 43 PARACHUTE TRIGGERING WITH SAFETY BUTTON OPTIONAL If your Zéphyr remote control is equipped with an optional security button, simply press the two triangular buttons on the remote and the security button simultaneously. For safety reasons, it is necessary to hold the position for at least 1/2 second until the LED flashes green rapidly and to ensure that the contacts are made correctly (figure 43).
  • Page 44 Dronavia offers. If you wish to do it yourself, Dronavia disengages its responsibility for the system, in addition to cancelling the warranty if you choose to rearm the system yourself.
  • Page 45 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE You should carry out preventive maintenance on your parachutes every year. Change the spring every year. A spring that has been left in compression for too long will gradually lose its elasticity. It is therefore recommended to replace it preventively in order to maintain an optimal percussion speed with the CO2 cartridge.
  • Page 46 POST-TRIGGER MAINTENANCE You must carry out post-trigger maintenance after each activation of your parachutes. The CO2 cartridge must be replaced after each activation (see CO2 cartridge replacement). Check the tip of the hardened steel firing pin. The impact of the firing pin on the lid of the CO2 cartridge can wear out the tip and make it less prominent.
  • Page 47 This maintenance includes all the different maintenance steps presented in the sections "Preventive maintenance" and "Post-trigger maintenance". This package also covers the return transport costs for the parachute system and its remote control. +33 0 54 40 00 78 atelier@dronavia.com www.dronavia.com...
  • Page 48 TOTAL WEIGHT 18G (+/- 2G) CAPACITY 4G (+/- 1G) WELDED CONTAINER UNWELDED STEEL FIGURE 44 100% RECYCLABLE RECYCLING STEEL PLANE / TRAIN TRANSPORTABILITY /BOAT Dronavia offers cartridges specifically adapted to our systems for sale. Please contact us for more information.
  • Page 49 CO2 CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT Make sure to keep the CO2 cartridge at a temperature below 45°C Do not leave full cartridges in the car when the temperature is too high. In case of prolonged inactivity, store your CO2 cartridges at normal temperatures of 10 to 20°C. CO2 cartridges can burst at temperatures above 70°C.
  • Page 50 Therefore, Dronavia advises you to return the system for a factory reset and disclaims its responsibility for the system, in addition to voiding the warranty if you choose to reset the system yourself.
  • Page 51 PARACHUTE REARMING To reset the system, please follow these steps in order. Turn off the parachute module and then the remote control module. Remove the CO2 cartridge (figure 45) & Insert the reset tool into the hole left by the CO2 cartridge (figure 46). FIGURE 45 FIGURE 46 In the case of a ground test,...
  • Page 52 PARACHUTE REARMING Screw the tool in until it stops (figure 47). A force must be applied against this operation. FIGURE 47 Switch on the remote control and the electronic module. Wait for the module to initialise. The force described above should disappear and the LED on the module should flash green (if this was not the case, repeat steps 4 and 5 until the force disappears and the LED flashes green) Turn off the parachute module.
  • Page 53 SPRING AND PERCUSSION TIP CHECKING To check the system's spring or percussion tip, follow these steps in order: Turn on the remote control module and then the parachute module. Remove the CO2 cartridge. Insert the arming tool as far as it will go, holding it firmly in place. Trigger the parachute.
  • Page 54 If you do not feel capable of doing this, we strongly advise you to call on competent or specialised people, or to contact Dronavia for a workshop return. Before folding, take the opportunity to : Visually inspect the canopies for damage, holes or contamination.
  • Page 55 REMOTE CONTROL RESETING To reset your remote control, follow these steps : In case of a malfunction, a bug or if the system does not respond anymore, a reset manoeuvre on the remote control can solve your problem. To reset the remote control, you will find a small hole on the left side (figure 48).
  • Page 56 PARACHUTE MODULE RESETING To reset your parachute module follow these steps : In case of a malfunction, a bug or if the system does not respond anymore, a reset manoeuvre on the parachute module can solve your problem. To reset the parachute module, you will find a small hole on the left side (figure 49).
  • Page 57 GUARANTEE Dronavia takes great care in the design and production of its products. We guarantee our parachutes for one year from the date of purchase against any defect or design fault that may occur in the course of normal use of the product.
  • Page 58 USEFUL LINKS For France, we recommend that you consult the website of the Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development and Energy if you have any doubts or questions. WEBSITE OF THE MINISTRY OF ECOLOGY & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND ENERGY http://www.developpement- durable.gouv.fr/quelle-place-drones-dans-ciel- francais DETAILS OF THE ORDER OF 11/04/2012 : https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/affichTexte.do?
  • Page 59 CONTACT US +33 0 54 40 00 78 distri@dronavia.com www.dronavia.com Dronavia Channel...