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Eagle Tree Systems Vector manual available for free PDF download: User Manual
Eagle Tree Systems Vector User Manual (97 pages)
Vector Multirotor/Fixed Wing Flight Controller Plus OSD
Brand:
Eagle Tree Systems
| Category:
Controller
| Size: 5.72 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
1 Safety
6
Read the Manual
6
Special Symbols Used in the Manual
6
General Safety Precautions
6
2 Overview
7
Introduction
7
Packing List
8
Specifications
8
How to Get Help and Request New Features
9
Installing the Software, and Updating the Firmware
9
Software Compatibility
9
Downloading the Latest Software
9
Updating Your Vector Firmware
10
Getting Notified about Important Vector Updates
10
Glossary of Terms Used in the Manual
11
3 Connecting the Vector
13
Vector Controller Connections
13
Backup Power
13
Vector Gps/Mag, Current Sensor/Psu, and Accessory Connections
14
Vector Current Sensor/Psu Power Output
15
Current Sensor Maximum Continuous Current, and Load Testing
15
Vector Wiring
16
Vector Video Harness + Connecting Your Video Camera and Transmitter
16
Providing Power to Your Video Transmitter and Camera
18
Vector Audio Harness and Audio Connections
19
Vector Receiver Harness
20
Receiver Connection Harness Load Capacity (Fixed Wing Only)
21
Powering Your Receiver on Multirotors
21
Connecting Receiver and Servos/Escs to the Vector
23
Connecting You Receiver's RSSI Output (if Available)
26
Configuring SPPM Based RSSI and Link Quality
26
4 Mounting the Vector and Accessories
27
Mounting the Vector
27
Mounting Location and Orientation
27
Mounting Technique
27
Mounting the GPS/MAG Sensor
28
GPS Signal Interference
28
Magnetometer Interference
28
GPS/MAG Mounting Orientation
28
The GPS Stand and Clip
29
Mounting the Current Sensor/Psu
29
Mounting the Optional Pitot Tube
29
Controlling the Vector
30
The Mode Switch
30
The Submode Switch
30
The Gain Knob
31
The Kill Switch (for Multirotors Only)
31
5 Configuring the Vector
31
Configuration Overview
31
Transmitter Channel Mixing
31
Configuring with the Windows Software
32
Configuring the Vector Via Stick Menus or Infopanel
33
Teaching the Vector about SPPM or S.BUS™ Channel Mappings
34
Navigating the Stick Menus
36
Exiting Menu Mode
36
Accessing Menus During Flight
36
Selecting the Airframe Type
37
Accepting the Airframe Type
37
Telling the Vector about Transmitter Dual Surface Mixing
37
Running the Receiver Analysis Wizard
38
Configuring Auxiliary Receiver Inputs and Servo Outputs
39
Configuring the Auxiliary Input Channel (for Non-Serial Rx Inputs)
39
Configuring the Vector Auxiliary Output Channels (Fixed Wing Only)
39
Flight Modes, and Configuring the Mode/Submode Switches
41
Flight Mode Description
41
Control Stick Function in Multirotor Modes
43
Hold Flight Mode Information for Fixed Wing
43
Programming the Mode Switch
43
Programming the Optional Submode Switch
44
Configuring the Flight Controller/Stabilizer
45
Setting Controller Gains
45
Verifying Correct Control Surfaces Movement (Fixed Wing)
49
Confirming ESC Endpoints Are Set Correctly (Multirotor Only)
49
Arming and Disarming Your Multirotor (Multirotor Only)
50
Setting Idle Throttle (Multirotor Only)
51
Confirming Correct Motor Order and Direction (Multirotor Only)
51
Configuring Low Battery Autoland (Multirotor Only)
52
Setting Flat Level Mounting
52
Rezeroing Gyros
52
Configuring Return to Home and Other Safety Modes
53
Configuring Failsafe Detection
53
Configuring Rth/Safety Mode
55
Configuring Maximum Altitude and Maximum Distance
56
The Vector's LED Indicator
56
Configuring the OSD
57
Adjusting the Display
57
Setting Display Units (English or Metric)
58
Choosing What to Display on the OSD Screen
58
Basic Numeric Readouts
58
Advanced Numeric Readouts
60
Graphics and Indicator Readouts
60
Setting OSD Alarms
62
Configuring and Calibrating the Magnetic Compass
63
Using the Compass with Fixed Wing Airframes
63
Calibrating the Compass
64
Testing the Compass
65
Configuring the Eagleeyes™ FPV Station
65
Configuring and Using the Alerter Buzzer/Lcd
66
Configuring the Alerter
66
The Alerter Leds
67
6 First Flights
69
Preflight Checklist
69
Resetting Home Position
69
First Flight Recommendations
70
Ground Tests before First Flight
70
Flight Mode for Takeoffs
70
Fixed Wing Stalls
71
In-Air Leveling
71
Multirotor In-Air Leveling
71
Fixed Wing In-Air Leveling
71
Optimal Fixed Wing Leveling
71
Return to Home Testing and Operation
71
RTH Limitations
71
RTH Ground Testing
72
In-Air RTH Testing
72
7 Advanced Vector Setup and Calibration
73
Advanced OSD Setup
73
The Advanced Numeric Readouts Menu
73
Gauges and Swatches
74
The Advanced Graphics/Indicators Menu
76
Using Optional RPM and Temperature Sensors
76
Temperature Sensor
76
Brushless RPM Sensor
76
Waypoints
77
Configuring Waypoints
77
Showing Waypoints on the OSD
78
Data Logging
78
Configuring Data Logging
78
Downloading, Viewing and Saving Logged Flight Information
78
Additional Data Logging and Telemetry Features
80
Advanced RTH Setup
80
Home Altitude Mode
80
Other Advanced RTH Settings
81
Acoustic Variometer
81
Vector Calibration
82
Electrical Calibration
83
Altimeter Calibration
83
Pitot Airspeed Calibration
84
GPS Configuration
84
Choosing the GPS Position Display Format
84
Changing the GPS Fix Quality Settings
84
8 Troubleshooting
85
9 Notification Messages
89
10 Description of Numeric Readouts
94
11 Regulatory
96
12 Limited Warranty
97
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