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- Page 1 HUGINN X1 User MANUAL HUGiNN X1 - USER MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content In The Box General Information Huginn X1 Getting ReaDy Charging the Battery installing the Battery Installing the navigator Software Starting up Start up procedures Getting ready for manual flying Getting ready for way-point flying Ensuring optimal video quality Connecting the Huginn X1 to a television Manual control Take-off/landing Horizontal control Rotation control Vertical control General safety instructions for indoor flying Navigator Control Introduction to navigator Drag and Drop Way-point... - Page 3 Fail-safe MAINTENANCE Changing the rotors Changing the landing gear Inspection of the battery Compartment Checking the arm SAFETY General safety instructions Battery safety intructions Battery charger instructions...
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Page 4: In The Box
In The Box... - Page 5 Huginn X1 Ground Station Manual Controller Battery Charging Station Cables *3 − Adapter to Charging Station − Ground Station cable − Mini jack TV cable...
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Page 6: General Information
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Page 7: Huginn X1
Huginn X1 Rotor and Rotor mount Antenna - for data communication Motor house and Controller Airframe body LED indicator Battery hatch On/Off button... - Page 8 Ground Station On/Off button Mini USB slot for laptop connection Antenna for X1 Huginn video communicator Power connection for external power device Antenna for X1 Huginn X-bee communicator Mini jack TV connector One hand Controller connection Battery hatch...
- Page 9 Groud Station LEDs Huginn X1 connected to Ground Station Manual controller connected to Ground Station Battery indicator. - Blinking red = low battery - Full red = critical battery...
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Page 10: Getting Ready
GETTING READY... - Page 11 Fold out front arms Fold out back arms Lift the antenna. Push the start button...
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Page 12: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Connect the charger to a Slide in the battery until Wait until the battery power source (10 - 16V DC, is fully charged. This is it clicks 110V AC or 220 AC) shown in the display: Fuel = 100% Connect the transformer to the Charging Station... -
Page 13: Installing The Battery
INstalling the Battery Press the han- dles towards the center to unlock the Battery hatch Open the Battery It is important to close the hatch upwards to hatch properly. access the Battery Press the handles outward compartment and and make sure, that they slide in the Bat- are locked ind this position tery Press the singular Slide in the Bat- handle towards tery and close the the centre to un- hatch lock the Battery hatch Open the Battery hatch... -
Page 14: Installing The Navigator Software
Select Installation Folder Wizard The installer will guide you though the steps required to install Sky-Watch Navigator on your Please take a moment to read the license agreement now. If you accept the terms below, The installer will install Sky-Watch Navigator to the following folder. - Page 15 Sky-Watch Navigator Sky-Watch Navigator Installer Language Confirm Installation Installing Sky-Watch Navigator Pleace select a language. The installer is ready to install Sky-Watch Navigator on your computer. Sky-Watch Navigator is being installed. Click “Next” to start the installation. Please wait... English Cancel...
- Page 16 It is important that all Drivers are installed Cinergy Driver Install Cinergy Driver Install Cinergy Driver Install The installation of driver version Installation Complete Welcome to the Installation of driver version 5.09.1202.00 has finished Setup was comleted successfully. 5.09.1202.00 for the following Products Please disconnect and reconnect the device you want to install.
- Page 17 Press “Yes” and complete the installation. After the instaltion on done remove the USB wire from the Ground Station and reconnect it. After it is reconnected it will automatically continue installalling the driver. Cinergy Driver Install To complete the driver instalation, you need to disconnect and reconnect your device. Do you want to exit this wizard now and connect the device later?
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Page 18: Starting Up
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Page 19: Start Up Procedures
Start-Up ProceDures Manual flight Autonomous flight Connect the manual controller to the Ground Connect the Ground Station to the computer Station Push the start button on the Ground Station Press the start button on the Ground Station and check if it is correct connectly Place the Huginn X1 at a safe distance and Place the Huginn X1 at a safe distance and press the start button press the start button Check if the Ground Station is connected to Check if the Huginn X1 is initiated correctly the Huginn X1 and the Manual Controller by Start the Navigator checking the LED indicatiors on the Ground Connect the Huginn X1 to the Ground Station Station Ready to take-off Ready to take-off... -
Page 20: Getting Ready For Manual Flying
Getting reaDy for manual flying Before you are able to operate the Huginn X1 manually you have to connect the Manual Con- troller. This is done by plugging in the Controller to the Ground Station. -
Page 21: Getting Ready For Waypoint Flying
Getting reaDy for waypoint flying Plug-in the USB connector cable in the Ground Station Internet Connect the mini Connect the computer USB cable to the to the Internet (only if PC´s USB port online map is needed) If the Ground Station is cor- rectly connected to the PC the middle LED on the Ground Sta- tion will turn GREEN... -
Page 22: Ensuring Optimal Video Quality
ensuring optimal viDeo Quality Avoid obstacles between the Ground Station and the Hug- inn X1 for optimal video quality - depends on line of sight. Extra caution is advised. Opticales will in all cases reduce the communication range. -
Page 23: Connecting The Huginn X1 To A Television
Connecting the Huginn X1 to a television To transfer the video signal to an external de- vice please connect the mini jack TV cable to the Ground Station... -
Page 24: Manual Control
Manual Control READ SAFETY SECTION BEFORE TAKE-OFF... -
Page 25: Take-Off/Landing
Take-off/LanDinG Take-off If the C button is released before the Huginn X1 reaches its take-off altitude, the take-off will be aborted. Landing The Huginn X1 comes with an auto take-off and landing function. This enables the user to land from any height by holding down the C button on the Manual Controller. You can always abort the landing if the Huginn X1 is more than 40 cm in the air by releasing the C button. Press and hold the C button to take-off Press and hold the C button to land... -
Page 26: Horizontal Control
Horizontal Control Forward/Backward To move the Huginn X1 forwards and backwards push the Joystick forward and backward respec- tively. When no button is pushed the Joystick controls the horizontal movements of the HUGINN X1. When operating the Drone outside, the GPS will hold the Sideways position if the Joystick on the Manual Controller is released. To move the Huginn X1 sideways push the Joystick either to the left or to the right respectively. -
Page 27: Rotation Control
Rotation Control Rotation control also controls the turning of the cam- era. When using the Manual Controller, the Camera is turned by holding down the Z button and pushing the joystick to one side. It is recommended that you always turn the Drone back to its original heading to make the manual navigations easier. -
Page 28: Vertical Control
Vertical Control Like the rotation control the vertical con- trol is activated by pushing and holding the Z button on the Manual Contoller. Press the Z button while moving the Joystick up and down. This will control the height of Huginn X1. -
Page 29: General Safety Instructions For Indoor Flying
General SaFEty Instructions for inDoor Flying When you are flying indoor, there is no GPS signal and therefore the following features are NOT functioning: Come home (In case of lose of communication the system will not come home) Position hold Way-Point Drag and Drop Extra caution is advised Beware that objects might appear futher aware in the video display... -
Page 30: Navigator Control
Navigator Control READ SAFETY SECTION BEFORE TAKE-OFF... -
Page 31: Introduction To Navigator
IntroDuction To NAvigator Connect Video Connect Drone Camera Change Map Connect Navigation screen with Drag Drone Battery Status and Drop or Way-points Drag to control relative height Indicates the Drone’s vertical movements Connection Status Altitude Click to show warnings Flight Information Come home Stop Live vidoestream Flip video and navi- Controls rota- Take-off and gation screen tion and angle landing button of the Camera... -
Page 32: Drag And Drop
Drag anD Drop Drag and Drop is a way to make the Connect Drone go to a specific point on the map. To utilize the Drag and Drop functional- ity you must: Click on the Drone icon and hold it Drag it to desired location Release the Drone icon Altitude... -
Page 33: Way-Point
Way-Point Way-Point Navigation is used to setup a preas- Connect signed path for the Huginn X1 to follow. While the Huginn X1 is following its path you can always add new Way-Point or simply drag the Huginn X1. To use Way-Point Navigation: Click on the destinations which you want the Huginn X1 to reach A flag indicates a Way-Point Altitude... - Page 34 Fail-Safe...
- Page 35 If Huginn X1 runs criti- If Huginn X1 comes in cally low on battery it will contact with a solid object go into auto-land mode, or is flipped more than 95 indicated by the back LED degrees the motors will light constantly on. automaticcaly shut down to prevent damage to the object and the drone itself Communication fail-safe 10 m 20 sec. 5 sec. procedure Finnally Huginn X1 will Huginn X1 stops as soon If the connection is not If the connection is still automatically land at the as the communication link reestablished, Huginn not reestablished Hug- same location as it took is lost X1 will climb 10 meters inn X1 will return to the from the current height starting location...
- Page 36 Maintenance...
- Page 37 Changing The Rotors The Rotors are exposed to constant wear and therefore they sometimes need to be replaced. Be aware of any in- consistence on the Rotor as even small changes will affect the performance as well as safety of the Huginn X1 To replace the Rotors: Turn the safety lock to release the Rotor Remove the Rotor Put in a new Rotor All Rotorblades have a specified motortack Make sure Rotor and Motor are paired correctly Turn the safety lock back...
- Page 38 Changing The LanDing Gear The landing gears are exposed to constant wear and therefore they sometimes need to be replaced. Be aware of any sign if the landing gears gets loose or damaged. Counter support the motor house while changing the landing gear. To replace the landing gear: Detach the current landing gear (you can use pliers) Attach the new landing gear...
- Page 39 Inspection of the Battery CompartmenT In time the Battery compartment can accumulate dust. If it has been flying in rain, you need to check the Battery compartment for humidity. To inspect the Battery compartment: Open the Battery hatch Remove the Battery Visually inspect the Compartment Remove any dust e.g. with a cotton bud and if water is present, place it in a warm location for 24 hours not exeeding its maximum heat tolerance described on page 42.
- Page 40 Checking the Arm You should frequently check if the arms are loose by twisting the arm gently. If you are in doubt please contact a Sky-Watch Servicecenter before any flight.
- Page 42 Safety...
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Page 43: General Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions Safety distance Take-off and landing slope tolerance Temperature tolerance 40 degrees co 5 meters 0 degrees co Avoid contact with Wind tolerance Water tolerance spinning Rotors m/s = 0 -10... - Page 44 Battery Safety Instructions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, do not expose this device to rain or dampness. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Pay attention to all warnings. Follow all instructions. WARNING. Failure to follow all instructions could cause permanent damage to the battery and its surroundings, and cause bodily harm. NEVER open the battery protective casing. NEVER use anything EXCEPT a Sky-Watch approved battery. NEVER allow the battery temperature to exceed 140°F (60°C). NEVER disassemble or modify pack wiring in any way or puncture cells. NEVER place on combustible materials or leave unattended during charge. ALWAYS use a Sky-Watch cell balancing charger. ALWAYS charge in a fireproof location. ALWAYS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. IMPROPER BATTERY USE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, EXPLOSION OR OTHER HAZARD.
- Page 45 Battery Charger Safety Instructions This charger may not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no ob- ject filled with liquid, such as vases, may be placed on the charger. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. WARNING. Failure to follow all instructions could cause permanent damage to the battery and its surroundings, and cause bodily harm. NEVER use this charter near water. NEVER install near any heat as radiators, heat registers, stoves etc. (including ampli- fiers) that produce heat. NEVER use anything EXCEPT a Sky-Watch approved charger. ALWAYS clean with dry cloth. ALWAYS use attachments/accessories specified by Sky-Watch. ALWAYS unplug this charger during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Page 46 General applicable 2.5. The use of the Products, including the software embedded in the Product(s). Regarding use of the Product(s) and the IPR Buyer Product are only, allowed when the use are conducted in strictly achieves a non-exclusive and non-transferrable right. The Products 1.1. All sales, deliveries, performances, advice of whatever nature from compliance with the Terms. If the Terms are violated the right to can accordingly not be resold without the express prior written performed by ** (“Seller”) in connection with the delivery of pro- use the IPR, c.f. section 5.1 will immediately lapse and further use consent from Seller. ducts from Sky-watch A/S (Manufacturer”), including the portable of the Products shall cease. drone HUGINN X1 ** (the “Products”), are performed on the basis 5.3. The Buyer is not entitled to reverse engineer, disassemble, decom- of these general terms (“Terms”). The Terms shall also apply for Unique ID pile, or translate any soft- or firmware, or otherwise attempt to any and all use of the Products. derive the source code of any software connected to or embedded 3.1. Due to the special characteristics of the Products and the pos- in the Product(s). Any attempt to do so shall automatically termi- 1.2. If there are any discrepancies between the Seller’s below Delivery sibility of use for illegal purposes, all products carry a special and nate the right to use the IPR without any notice or warning. Terms and the Buyer’s own terms, the Seller’s terms and condi- unique identification number (“ID”). Any attempt to erase or tions of shall prevail, unless the divergent terms are accepted in remove this ID shall automatically terminate the right to use the User Instructions writing by both parties. IPR without any notice or warning. When the right to use the IPR 6.1.
- Page 47 Buyer is not entitled to claim any compensation due to the delay. 9.6. In case of non-conformity in regards to the Buyers use of the more than 90 consecutive days. If the Buyer cancels the agreement, the Buyer is only entitled to goods for a particular purpose for which the goods would not Mitigation of Harm compensation for direct and reasonable extra costs as may be ordinarily be used, the goods are only considered to be non-con- imposed on him by reason of his purchase of similar goods. The form if the Buyer prior to the agreement with the Seller in writing 11.1. A party who relies on a breach of this contract must take such Seller is not liable for indirect damages or losses, consequential has made this particular purpose aware to the Seller. measures as are reasonable in the circumstances to mitigate the damages or losses, losses of business operation or commercial loss, including loss of profit, resulting from the breach. If it fails to 9.7. Where goods are non-conforming (and provided the Buyer, having profits or any other similar losses due to delayed delivery. take such measures, the party in breach may claim a reduction in given notice of the lack of conformity in compliance with this the damages in the amount by which the loss should have been Non-Conformity of The Goods chapliance with this chapter, does not elect in the notice to retain mitigated. them), the Seller shall at his option: 9.1. The Buyer shall examine the goods as soon as possible after their Product liability (a) replace the goods with contorming goods, without any ad arrival at destination and shall immediately notify the Seller in ditional expense to the Buyer, or writing of any lack of conformity of the goods within 8 days from (b) repair the goods, without any additional expense to the Buyer, 12.1.
- Page 48 cts, whether arises in contract, from breach of warranty, in tort or by the laws of the kingdom of Denmark. otherwise, is in any case limited to the invoice price excl. VAT of 15.3. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, any litigation arising out of or the Product. relating to these Terms shall be resolved in the trial courts of the 13.2. Not in any event, regardless of the cause, shall the Seller or the jurisdiction of the Seller respectively the Manufacturer or at the Manufacturer be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, puni- jurisdiction of the Buyer, at the Sellers/Manufacturers sole dis- tive or consequential damages of any kind, whether arising under cretion and choice breach of this contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability Severability (Effect of invalid or unenforceable provisions) or otherwise, and whether based on this agreement or otherwise, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. 16.1. If any provision or provisions of these Terms shall be held to be invalid, illegal, unenforceable or in conflict with the law of any ju- 13.3. Neither Manufacturer nor Seller shall have any liability for dama- risdiction, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining ges caused by use of the Products provisions shall not in any way be affected or impaired thereby. 13.4. 12.3.1 in conflict with the User Instruction 13.5. 12.3.2 in situations where precautions is considered, such as bad weather, including lightning, rain, snow, strong winds 13.6.
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