Asian Express PL1281-T Controller of Sonic HD Drone User Manual Propel HD Video Drone IM 0615 v2 cs5 ca
Asian Express Holding Ltd Controller of Sonic HD Drone Propel HD Video Drone IM 0615 v2 cs5 ca
User Manual
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WARNING: Never leave product charging unattended for extended periods of
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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
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frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
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interference by one or more of the following measures:
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2.4G Wireless Controller Instruction ManualSpare Parts USB Card Reader
HD Video Drone
HD VIDEO DRONE
2.4GHz Quadrocopter With HD Camera and
Altitude Stabilization Technology
PROPEL
USB Charging Cord
& Li-Poly
Rechargeable Battery
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This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter
dout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
C
Adapter
B
D E
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS REMEMBER TO UNPLUG YOUR CHARGING CORD WHEN NOT IN USE!
Li-Poly
Battery
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Remote Control Battery Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Charging the HD Video Drone’s Li-Poly Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
HD Video Drone Battery Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
HD Video Drone Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Remote Control Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Flight Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Syncing Your HD Video Drone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Now You Are Ready To Fly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Recognizing The Front & Back Of The HD Video Drone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
How to Start/Stop Rotors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Speed Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Auto Land Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Adjusting the Trim Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Channel VS 4 Channel Flying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 Channel Flight Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
4 Channel Flight Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Flight Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Adjusting The Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Calibrating The HD Video Drone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
How To Perform 360º Stunt Rolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using Your On-Board Camera And Video Recorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Testing /trouble Shooting The Camera Before Flight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Removing Your Micro SD Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Downloading and Clearing Space on Your Micro SD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Troubleshooting Your HD Video Drone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Replacing The Propeller Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Battery Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Thank you for purchasing the HD Video Drone 2.4 Ghz Quadrocopter. Please read this instruction booklet as
it contains valuable information on how to properly fly and care for your HD Video Drone.
FEATURES
• Wide range digital radio allows flight range up to 500 feet!
• Six axis gyro for extremely stable flight and maneuverability
• Patented switch-blade
TM
technology allows you to operate in 3ch. Or 4ch. Modes for beginner to
advanced pilots.
• Push button 360˚ aerial stunts
• On-board camera records high-definition videos and still photos
• Air pressure sensors lock flight altitude for stable video footage
• Automatically lands with the push of a button
• Additional replacement parts included
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Slide off the battery cover from the back of the controller.
2. Install 6 “AA” alkaline batteries into the controller as
shown in diagram A.
3. Replace the battery cover.
4. Turn over the controller and turn the on/off switch to the on
position. If the LCD screen turns on you have installed your
batteries properly.
CHARGING THE HD VIDEO DRONE’S LI-POLY BATTERY
1. Connect the battery to the adaptor as shown (see illustration B).
2. Next, connect the USB charging cord to your computer’s USB port (see diagram C )
Note: The USB adapter has a RED LED indicator light to indicate it is charging.
3. When the battery is fully charged the charging indicator light will change to green.
4. Average charging time is approximately 80-100 minutes. A fully charged drone can fly for
approximately 10 minutes depending on environment and user input.
NOTE: You may purchase additional batteries and chargers at www.propelrc.com
HD VIDEO DRONE BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Slide the fully charged battery into the HD Video Drone’s battery compartment (see diagram D).
The battery is designed to only fit in the compartment one-way, with the guide rail on the bottom of
battery facing downward.
2. Push the battery all the way in and you will hear a click, the drone’s LED lights will light up and
begin flashing when you have installed the battery correctly.
3. NOTE: The HD Video Drone has no On/Off switch. The HD Video Drone automatically turns on when
the battery is installed.
4. Removing the battery: On the underside of the drone body you will see a small battery eject lever. Using
your finger nail pull the lever up and the battery will eject about0.5-1cm (see diagram E). Lastly, using
your thumb and forefinger gently pull out the battery.
1 2
6 1.5 volt “AA” Alkaline Batteries
A.
A: pull up
B: battery
pop out
3 4
DO NOT FLY YOUR HD VIDEO DRONE IN FOUL WEATHER!
WARNING
CONTROLLER DIAGRAM
Battery Eject lever
Power Indicator Light
Left Control Stick
Throttle Speed Trim
Auto Land Button
Forward/Backward Trim
Right Control Stick
Power On/Off
Left Turn/Right Turn Trim
Left Bank/Right Bank Trim
Left Bank/Right Bank Trim Indicator
Rotor Blades
Front (White Light)
Back (Red LED Light)
Landing Gear
Digital Camera
Still Photo &
Video Recording Button
3/4 CH & Speed Button 360˚ Stunt Roll Button
Battery Capacity Indicator
Camera Snap Shot Indicator
Video Recording Indicator
Auto Land Indicator
Channel Mode Indicator
Speed Indicator
Channel Mode Indicator
Left Turn/Right Turn Trim Indicator
Throttle Trim
Indicator
Camera Indicator Light
Micro SD
Card Slot
battery
compartment
CH1: 50%
3 4 CH
2
00
HOLD
Forward/Backward Trim Indicator
HD VIDEO DRONE DIAGRAM
FLIGHT PREPARATION
• Verify that there are 6 “AA” batteries inside the remote control unit and the HD Video Drone 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 200 feet.
• Make sure to start your drone on a clean flat level surface before take-off.
•
IMPORTANT! Until you have experience in flying your HD Video drone, it is not advised to use in any
rate of wind. Wait until a zero wind day or extremely light wind when learning how to fly.
SYNCING YOUR HD VIDEO DRONE
Important! When syncing your HD Video Drone 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. This insures
that the 6 Axis gyro is properly programmed to respond to your trim settings. Your HD Video Drone
utilizes an automatic 2.4G channel selection system that allows up to 8 people to fly side by side in the
same wireless range with no interference.
1. Before starting, make sure that the power switch on your controller is off and the battery is removed
from the HD Video Drone. Make sure that there are no other 2.4G devices in the area.
2. Insert the battery into the HD Video Drone and set it down on any flat surface. The red and white LED
lights on top of the drone should begin to flash repeatedly.
3. Quickly turn ON the remote and you will notice that the top red LED light on the face of the controller
should also be flashing.
4. Push the left control stick all the way up until it stops and then pull it back all the way down to the
bottom(see illustration below). When pulling the stick down to the bottom you should hear a
high-pitched beep and the lights on both the drone and the controller should stop flashing and become
solid. If the lights on both the
drone and the controller have stopped flashing and become solid you have
successfully synced your HD Video Drone and are ready to fly. If the lights on the controller or the drone are still
flashing repeat steps 1-4 again.
•
TIP 1: try not to leave too much time between putting your battery into the drone
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 on both the controller and the drone.
move the control stick all the way
up and all the way down you
should hear a beep
the flashing red LED light will
become solid when you are
synced
5 6
F
FRONT
REAR L
M
N
3 CHANNEL FLIGHT CONTROL
Below is a list of basic flight functions for your long-range remote to control the HD Video Drone. While
learning to fly your HD Video Drone it is best to start in a large space until you get used to the basic controls.
As you master flying your HD Video Drone you can move to more advanced maneuvering techniques.
Practice makes perfect! When you have these basic steps down you can move to the next level.
Move the left Throttle stick up to increase the
propeller speed and the HD Video Drone will
accelerate and ascend.
Move the left Throttle stick down to decrease the
propeller speed and the HD Video Drone will
decelerate and descend (see diagram L).
While in the air, move the right Direction Stick up
and the HD Video Drone will move forward.
Move the right Direction Control down and the HD
Video Drone will move backward (see diagram M).
While in the air, move the right Direction Control left
and the HD Video Drone will spin to the left.
Move the right Direction Control right and the HD
Video Drone will spin to the right (see diagram N).
3 CHANNEL VS 4 CHANNEL FLYING
Propels unique “switch-blade” technology allows you to choose between 3ch or 4ch flight control modes.
Most people with no experience in flying multi copters may find 3ch easier to learn at first as controls are
set up to simply move forward, back, turn left and turn right. 4channel flying gives the operator ultimate
control by adding two more dimension of flight banking left and banking right.
• NOTE: The HD Video Drone’s default setting is 4 Channel mode.
To change to 3 Channel mode:
PRESS and hold the 3/4 CH. button (see remote diagram on pg 3), you will hear beep sounds and the screen
showing MODE 2 indicating the HD Video Drone now is set to 3 CH. mode.
To change back to 4 Channel mode:
PRESS and hold the 3/4 CH. button (see remote diagram on pg 3), you will hear beep sounds and the screen
showing MODE 1 indicating the HD Video Drone is now set to 4 CH. mode.
NOW YOU ARE READY TO FLY!
If you have successfully synced your HD Video drone to your controller as explained on page 4 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 so please carefully read and
familiarize yourself with various control features explain in the next two pages. 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 HD Video drone too high until you become a more experience pilot.
RECOGNIZING THE FRONT & BACK OF THE HD VIDEO DRONE
Even though the HD Video Drone has four rotors there is still a front or "forward" facing direction and
"back" or backwards facing direction. The forward Front and forward facing direction of the HD Video Drone
is the side with two gray blades (see diagram F ). The rear and back of the Quadrocopter is the side with
two black propellers (see diagram F).
NOTE: The front of the Quadrocopter also displays WHITE LED light and the back of the Quadrocopter displays
RED LED lights.
HOW TO START/STOP ROTORS
Make sure you have properly synced the HD Video drone and the power is on.
• To start and stop the rotors simply move the two control sticks either simultaneously down and to the
inside or down and to the outside corners and hold for one second (see illustration below).
• Once the rotors begin to spin release the control sticks and they will return to the center position. Now you
are ready for take-off.
SPEED SELECT BUTTON
The HD Video Drone has 3 speed settings; SLOW (40%), MEDIUM (70%) and HIGH (100%). The Default
setting when you first turn on your HD Video Drone is the SLOW (40%) speed mode. To increase the speed
simply trigger the Speed setting button (see remote diagram on pg 3) you will hear a beep and the speed
setting indicator on screen will show you what speed setting you are on. Speed settings can be set before
flight or during the flight.
AUTO LAND BUTTON
The HD Video Drone has an auto land feature which allows you to land automatically. Simply press the
Auto Land Button for 1.5 seconds and your HD Video Drone will begin land itself.
Note: you can still control the direction while auto landing to avoid obstacles
Note: Either position will both start and stop the rotors so use the position you are most comfortable with.
7 8
G
H
I
J
K
O
P
Q
R
4 CHANNEL FLIGHT CONTROL
Below is a list of basic flight functions for your long-range remote to control the HD Video Drone. While
learning to fly your HD Video Drone it is best to start in a large space until you get used to the basic
controls. As you master flying your HD Video Drone you can move to more advanced maneuvering
techniques. Practice makes perfect!
Move the left Throttle stick up to increase the
propeller speed and the HD Video Drone will
accelerate and ascend.
Move the left Throttle stick down to decrease the
propeller speed and the HD Video Drone will
decelerate and descend (see diagram O).
While in the air, move the left Throttle stick left
and the HD Video Drone will rotate left.
Move the left Throttle stick right and the
HD Video Drone will rotate right (see diagram P).
While in the air, move the right Direction Stick up
and the HD Video Drone will move forward.
Move the right Direction Control down and the HD
Video Drone will move backward (see diagram Q).
While in the air, move the right Direction Control left
and the HD Video Drone will bank to the left.
Move the right Direction Control right and the HD
Video Drone will bank to the right (see diagram R).
FRONT
REAR
Throttle Speed Trim
�If you find the throttle is too sensitive when you fly the HD Video Drone, you may need to utilize the
Throttle speed trim.
• Push and release the Throttle speed trim
button back to lower the sensitivity of the
throttle. Push and release the Throttle speed
trim button forward to increase the sensitivity
of the throttle (see diagram K).
The middle position is recommended.
Forward/Backward Trim
• If your HD Video Drone drifts forward while in the
air, push and release the BACKWARD TRIM button
back repeatedly until the motion stops and proper
flight is maintained (see diagram G).
• If your HD Video Drone drifts backwards, push and
release the FORWARD TRIM button forward in
the same manner until the problem is resolved.
Bank Right/Left Trim
• If your HD Video Drone drifts left while in the
air, push and release the RIGHT TRIM button back
repeatedly until the motion stops and proper flight
is maintained (see diagram H).
• If your HD Video Drone drifts right, push and
release the LEFT TRIM button in the same manner
until the problem is resolved.
Spin Left Trim
• If your HD Video Drone spins left while in the
air, push and release the RIGHT SPIN TRIM button
back repeatedly until the motion stops and proper
flight is maintained (see diagram I).
Spin Right Trim
• If your HD Video Drone spins right while in the
air, push and release the LEFT SPIN TRIM button in
the same manner until the problem is resolved
(see diagram J).
ADJUSTING THE TRIM
NOTE: The HD Video Drone 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 HD Video Drone to
be more balanced.
NOTE: The use of the Trim buttons utilizes sounds. A single long Beep indicates the product is
center trimmed. Continuous long Beeps indicate the product is trimmed to the maximum on a
particular side.
Fixed-point landing Square Pattern Maneuver Cross Pattern Maneuver
FLIGHT PRACTICE
To master flying your aircraft try practicing the excersizes 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!
910
360˚Stunt Roll Button
V2V1
U
TS
HOW TO PERFORM 360º STUNT ROLLS
Performing 360º stunt rolls with the HD Video Drone is as easy as 1-2-3:
1. Hover the HD Video Drone in still position making sure that you have at least 5 feet of clearance above
and below the quadrocopter, Set the speed settings to 70% or 100%.
2. Press down and hold the 360 stunt button for 1.5 seconds and you will enter the stunt roll mode which is
indicated by a rapid beeping (see diagram V1).
3. Determine which direction you want it to flip and quickly push the right control stick in the direction
you want to flip your HD Video drone (see diagram V2).
You have 4 choices a) Forward Roll, b) Backwards roll, c) Right side roll, d) Left side roll.
4. To exit the Stunt Roll mode, simply release the button.
CALIBRATING THE HD VIDEO DRONE
NOTE: Your HD Video Drone comes pre-calibrated out of the box so you are ready to fly.
After several crashes and shock to your gyro sensors, you may notice that your drone is drifting and not
holding its center position as well as it used to.
This most likely means that you need to recalibrate the 6 axis gyro. Please follow the simple instructions
below.
1. Using the included Calibration Table: Place the calibration table on the ground or any other stable surface.
2. Adjust the four screws making them longer or shorter until your water level air bubble is perfectly
balanced in the center ring. (See Diagram S).
3. Gently set your HD Video drone on the cross sections of the calibration table: (See Diagram T).
4. Make sure the HD Video Drone is on and that the controller is synced (refer to syncing pg 4. ). Do not start
the blades. Instead move both the throttle and control stick down and to the left corner and hold them
there for 5 seconds(See Diagram U). 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!
TROUBLE SHOOTING: If you do not see the lights flash, turn off your controller take out the battery in the
Drone and Start again. Always make sure to put your battery in first, then turn on your controller. Push the
left throttle stick up all the way and then pull back down again. When you hear the beep the HD
VideoDrone is synced to the controller and you are ready to calibrate.
IMPORTANT TIP: WHEN USING YOUR CALIBRATION TABLE IT WILL WORK BEST IF YOU START WITH THE
SCREWS HALF-WAY THROUGH THE SCREW HOLES. STARTING WITH THE SCREWS ALL THE WAY THROUGH
THE HOLES MAY MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO PROPERLY LEVEL THE TABLE
IMPORTANT NOTE: YOU MUST DEPRESS HOLD DOWN THE STUNT BUTTON UNTIL YOU BEGIN TO FLIP.
LED Light
Microphone
micro SD card facing down
micro SD card
goes in back slot
Diagram W4Diagram W3Diagram W2Diagram W1
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IMPORTANT NOTICE : You can not take photos and videos at the same time. When you are in video mode
your camera/ photo button is disabled. If you want to take photos you must first turn off video mode.
Note: The HD Video Drone can record up to 3 minutes of video.
USING YOUR ON-BOARD CAMERA AND VIDEO RECORDER
Your HD Video Drone comes equipped with an onboard digital camera that takes both video and still photographs.
Now you can have hours of fun creating aerial photography and videos for family and friends.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO GET STARTED USING YOUR CAMERA
1. One Micro SD card (not included)
2. One Micro SD card reader (included)
3. A Computer with a USB port and Windows Media Player or other Media player that can play AVI files
(not included).
FORMATTING YOUR MICRO SD CARD
Before you can begin to take videos or digital photographs you must first format your Micro SD card. To
format your Micro SD card simply place the Micro SD card into the included USB SD card reader and plug it
into your computers USB port (See diagram W1 and W2 below). After a few moments an icon will appear
on your Desktop. Right click on the Icon and follow instructions to format your Micro SD card.
INSTALLING THE MICRO SD CARD IN YOUR HD VIDEO DRONE
•
Place the formatted Micro SD card into the back of the
HD Video Drone’s
digital camera port (see diagram W3
below).
Push gently until you hear and feel the micro SD card “click” into the digital camera slot.
• Turn the HD Video Drone on and make sure that it is both fully charged and properly synced to the
Controller (see HOW TO SYNC YOUR QUADROCOPTER on page 4 ).
• When you have successfully installed your Micro SD card and your HD Video Drone’s battery, you will see
a solid green LED light on the camera unit underside (see camera indicator light diagram W4 below).
NOTE: If you see no light this means you have not installed your Micro SD card correctly or there is a
problem with your SD card. If this happens first make sure that the product is not in Video Record mode
and if not then please reformat and try again. If you continue to encounter problems call our customers
service line at (949) 566-9573 Ext 1 for assistance.
TAKING DIGITAL PHOTOS
To take photographs quickly press and release the CAMERA button on the top right side of the controller
(refer to CONTROLLER DIAGRAM on pg. 3), when you push the button you will hear a "beep" and the camera
icon will show up for a moment on your LCD screen(refer to CONTROLLER SCREEN DIAGRAM on pg. 3)
indicating that a picture has been taken. When the camera icon has disappeared you are ready for your
next photograph.
RECORDING VIDEOS
To begin recording a video depress and hold down CAMERA button for 3 seconds. You will hear a "beep"
and the video recording icon will show up on your LCD screen to indicate that you are in video mode and
the camera is recording. To stop the video recording, press and hold the CAMERA button a second time. The
video recording icon on the LCD screen will disappeared indicating that the video recording has stopped
and the Camera is in ready mode again.
TESTING /TROUBLE SHOOTING THE CAMERA BEFORE FLIGHT
It's a good idea to test that your camera is working before beginning flight.
Start by making sure that you HD Video drone is properly synced to the controller (see How to Sync pg 4).
Note: there is no need to start the rotors as the camera function is a separate system. You only need to be
synced.
1. Turn the drone upside down (it is recommended to just hold in your hand) and insert a micro SD card.
The micro SD card can only fit in one way so do not force it. When the SD card is installed all the way you
will hear a “Click” sound and a Green LED light should appear on the belly of the camera (see Camera
Diagram W4). The green light indicates that you have properly installed the Micro SD card and are ready for
taking pictures and videos. If you don’t see the green LED indicator light then start again. Remember to
make sure that the drone and controller are properly synced and that the Micro SD card is inserted until you
hear a “click”
2. Testing the Still Photo Feature: Keeping the drone upside down, quickly depress and release the
CAMERA button on the top right hand side of the controller. The green LED should disappear and a Red LED
light should appear in its place and flash 3x then become green again. You will also see the camera icon
show up on the controller screen at the same moment. Congratulations you just took a picture and tested
your camera. If you did not see 3 red lights flash then you must start again from the beginning.
3. Testing the Video Recording Feature: Keeping the drone upside down, depress and hold down the
CAMERA button for 3 seconds. The green LED light on the camera belly will turn red and begin to flash
continuously. This means that you are recording video. If you check your controller you should see that the
record video icon is now on your controller screen. To stop recording video simply press and release the
Camera button one more time and the Green LED light should return, indicating that the camera is once
again in ready mode.
REMOVING YOUR MICRO SD CARD
To remove your Micro SD 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 Micro SD card will “pop-out” slightly and is ready for removal.
Simply grab and pull gently away from the HD Video Drone’s camera port to remove the card. Always store
your Micro SD card in a clean, safe and cool environment.
DOWNLOADING AND CLEARING SPACE ON YOUR MICRO SD CARD
Plug your Micro SD card into the Micro SD 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 Micro SD card.
After downloading your photos and videos , follow your computers instructions to “delete” files on your
Micro SD card.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: When your Micro SD card is full the indicator light on the bottom of your
helicopter will not flash when you press the photo or video record buttons. This indicates that its time
put a new SD card in your HD Video Drone or download files and clear space for future photos and
videos.
HD VIDEO DRONE WARNING:
The HD Video Drone is designed for OUTDOOR use. The HD Video Drone’s blades revolve at high speeds and can
cause damage to the user, spectators and animals. Stand away from the HD Video Drone to reduce the risk
of getting into the flight path. Warn spectators that you will be flying your HD Video Drone 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 HD Video Drone.
WARNING!
• Choking/Cutting Hazard. Small Parts/Sharp Rotor Blades.
• Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from the propeller when the power switch is turned to the
ON position.
• Turn off the transmitter and HD Video Drone power switches when not in use.
• The included charger is built specifically for the HD Video Drone 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 HD Video Drone.
BATTERY WARNINGS
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY:
This HD Video Drone 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 6 “AA” 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.
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 HD Video Drone with a clean damp cloth.
• Keep the toy away from direct heat or sunlight.
• Do not submerge the toy into water. This can damage the unit beyond repair.
• Parental guidance recommended when installing or replacing the batteries.
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Front
Gray Blade Front Left = 2
Gray Blade Front Right = 3
Black Blade Back Left = 3
Black Blade Back Right = 2
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REPLACING THE PROPELLER BLADES
Your
HD Video Drone’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 HD Video
Drone’s propellers.
1. The
HD Video Drone
has four blades, two gray colors on front, and two black colors on back
(see the diagram X).
2. When replacing the propeller blades, make sure to match both the color of the blade and the
indication letter on the blade.
3. Replace the damaged blade with the correct blade.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Power switched off 1. Switch the ON/OFF switch to ON
No Power 2. Polarity is reversed 2. Make sure all batteries are installed
correctly (see diagram A)
3. Batteries may be low or in need of charging 3. Replace batteries
1. Remote is switched off 1. Switch the ON/OFF switch to ON
Aircraft Not 2. battery power in remote is too weak 2.Connect the battery to HD Video Drone
Responding 3. The remote is not properly synced 3. Re-sync the remote
4. Out of control range 4. Do not fly beyond 500 feet
Aircraft Won’t 1. Rotor speed too slow 1. Push throttle lever forward
lift off 2. Aircraft not fully charged 2. Recharge your HD Video Drone
3. Obstruction of rotors
3. Check rotors for hair or other obstructions
Aircraft
Descends Moving the throttle down too quickly
Control the throttle slower, use auto land
Too Fast flying in high wind or bad weather feature, Do not fly in bad weather
TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HD VIDEO DRONE
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If you continue to encounter problems call our customers service line at (949) 566-9573 Ext 1 for assistance.