Makeblock MC-6A Airblock User Manual

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The Modular & Programmable Drone
USER MANUAL
Table of Contents
P02
Downloading the Software
P10
Introduction to Stickers
P03
Parts List
P12
P04
Introduction to Master Controller Module
P18
Aircraft Mode User Guide
·Operating Environment ·Items to Note
·Installation Steps ·Controls
P05
Introduction to Battery
P27
P06
Introduction to Power Module
P31
Hovercraft Mode User Guide
·Operating Environment ·Items to Note
·Installation Steps ·Controls
Custom Mode User Guide
·Methods to Use ·Operating Environment
·Items to Note ·Programming
FAQs
Downloading the Software
A tablet or smartphone is required to control the Airblock.
App Store Download
Search "Makeblock" and install the application from app store.
Official Website Download
http://learn.makeblock.com/en/software/
Login to download the corresponding version of application.
System and Device Requirements
iOS devices (including iPhone5, iPad mini, iPad 3 or later models）need to support iOS 9.0 or
above versions.Android devices need to support Android 4.1 or above versions.
Apple, the Apple logo, iPad and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc, registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
Android and the Google logo are trademarks of Google Inc.
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Parts List
Master Controller Module
Battery
Charger
Charging
Cable
Power Modules
Hovercraft Base
Protective Cover
03
Introduction to Master Controller Module
The master controller module includes components such as
6 power module plug-in sockets, 3 colored light indicators,
ultrasonic sensor, barometer, gyroscope, Bluetooth,
microcontroller chip, etc.
Colored Light
Indicator
Front View
Ultrasonic sensor: for measuring distance. Works together with
the barometer to sense the height change value of the aircraft.
Plug-in Socket
Colored light indicator: functions as power supply indicator.
Brightness and color of light may be adjusted on the
application program.
Back View
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Ultrasonic Sensor
The following sensors are built-in:
Barometer: senses height changes.
Gyroscope: senses position and orientation of master
controller module.
Bluetooth Module: real-time data collected by sensors can be
read by the application program after establishing Bluetooth
connection to tablet or smartphone.
Battery
Compartment
Battery
Airblock does not have a power switch. When a battery with
sufficient power is inserted into master controller module, the
master controller module automatically enters standby mode.
When inserting battery into master controller module or
battery charger, please ensure that the contact points are
placed in the correct direction.
Charger will display a red light while battery is charging, and a
green light when battery is fully charged.
！ Items to Note:
If unused for an extended period of time, battery should
be removed from the master controller module to prevent
damage due to battery leakage.
Do not charge battery for more than 12 hours.
Do not use battery in places of high temperature and high
humidity. Exposure of battery to excessive shock or impact
may result in battery malfunction or explosion.
Battery
Battery Contact Points
Indicator Light
Charger
USB Cable (5V input)
05
Power Module
Introduction to structure
The Power Module is made up of parts such as the motor,
propellers, plug, frame, etc.
Indicator light installed within the frame will light up when
motor starts running.
The light indicator and foot pad of the aircraft head power
module are red. For other power modules, the foot pad is
black and light indicator is green.
Frame
Foot Pad
Motor
Plug
EPP Protective Ring
Propeller
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Power Module
Introduction to Operating Principles
In order to offset the self-rotation of the aircraft, the
propellers are classified as black clockwise rotating
propellers and red counter-clockwise rotating propellers;
the motors are classified as clockwise rotating and
counter-clockwise rotating as well. After successful
connection to the master controller module, the motor
will start spinning, thus pushing air downwards which in
turn generates an upward thrust.
Direction of thrust
Clockwise rotation
Direction of air current
Direction of thrust
Counter-clockwise
rotation
Direction of air current
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Power Module
Installation Angle
Each power module may be installed onto its
corresponding port on the master controller
module at 4 different angles.
90°
Standard Angle
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180°
270°
Power Module
Port Numbers
Install red propeller power module onto Port 1, 3, 5
respectively (aircraft head module with red foot pad will
be installed onto Port 1).
Install black propeller power module onto Port 2, 4, 6
respectively.
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Stickers
Power Module Stickers
10
Hovercraft Stickers
Fuselage Stickers（Random gift. The picture is for reference only, please make the object as the standard.）
Stickers
Power Module Stickers:
Attach to the side of power module, in order to better
distinguish the direction of fuselage in flight.
It is recommended to attach red sticker to the aircraft
head power module (Position 1) and green sticker to a
black propeller power module (Position 4). The other
power modules do not need stickers.
There are 3 different styles of stickers -- you can choose
which to use.
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Aircraft
User Guide
Aircraft User Guide
Operating Environment
Space larger than 3x3x3 meters are recommended for indoor flying.
！ Items to Note：
Land surfaces: aircraft should take off from relatively hard and flat surfaces. Soft surfaces such as carpets and grass may cause
interference to the ultrasonic sensor.
Water surfaces: do not operate aircraft on water surfaces, or fly aircraft in the air above water surfaces. This is to prevent occurrences
of a short circuit which may cause fire damage to the machine if accidentally dropped into the water.
Outdoors: a windy outdoor environment may interfere with the aircraft's normal flight.
Before starting, make sure the module is assembled correctly and the protective cover is not installed. The protective cover affects
airflow and will cause the aircraft not to take off. Place aircraft on the open ground, ensuring there are no obstacles within a 2 meter
radius.
If you press the power button during flight, the aircraft will immediately drop, which may damage the equipment.
More space is needed when performing flight stunts in order to avoid collisions.
Motor and propellers rotating at high speeds may cut people or animals, or become entangled in their hair or fur. Please move away
from people and animals before operating Airblock.
Dust, hair, fur, or water trapped in Airblock may result in motor malfunction or damage to electronic parts.
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Aircraft User Guide
Installation Step 1
Installing the aircraft head power module
Install aircraft head power module with red foot pad onto
Port 1 of the master controller module.
！ Note:
If head module is installed in the incorrect position, it will not
properly control the direction of flight.
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Aircraft User Guide
Installation Step 2
Installing the other power modules
Install the remaining power modules in sequence
onto the master controller module.
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Aircraft User Guide
Installation Step 3
Installing the battery
After fully charged battery is inserted, Airblock
automatically turns on and enters standby mode. The
top indicator light of master controller module will turn
on and display a white light. When Bluetooth connection
is successful, the light will turn red.
！ Items to Note:
Before actually taking off, please ensure Airblock has
its top facing upward and is placed on flat ground. The
picture on the right shows the bottom part of Airblock.
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Direction of battery
contact points
Aircraft User Guide
Controls
Step 1
Follow the instructions on the first page of User Guide to
download and install the application. Open the Makeblock
application and move tablet or smartphone within close
distance to running Airblock, Bluetooth connection should be
paired automatically. If connection is not successful, tap the list
" " icon on the bottom right hand side of the touchscreen and
select manually.
Step 2
Open aircraft control interface after successful connection is
made. (Note: interface or icons may vary after each software
update. Please follow the interface of the latest download.
This instruction manual is for reference purposes only.) Follow
procedures on the New User Guide to familiarize yourself with
the functions of the different keys and learn how to use Airblock.
List
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Hovercraft
User Guide
Hovercraft User Guide
Operating Environment
Recommended for use on flat, level land surfaces.
！ Items to Note：
Software: App controls are separate for land and water modes. Make sure to select the corresponding mode for your environment.
Land surfaces: do not drive or fly hovercraft on muddy surfaces, uneven surfaces, or mesh floors.
Water surfaces: do not drive or sail hovercraft on water surfaces with waves or obstacles. Control range via Bluetooth is limited; do
not use Hovercraft over wide area on water surfaces.
Motor and propellers rotating at high speeds may cut people or animals, or become entangled in their hair or fur. Please move away
from people and animals before operating Airblock.
Dust, hair, fur, or water trapped in Airblock may result in motor malfunction or damage to electronic parts.
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Hovercraft User Guide
Installation Step 1
Installing the battery
Direction of battery contact points
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Hovercraft User Guide
Installation Step 2
Installing the protective cover
Installation of protective covers is required in Hovercraft mode to
protect propellers from damage and to prevent propellers from
causing damage.
Protective covers are required only on top part of the power modules
at Port 1 and 4.
There are two types of protective covers; take note during installation.
Top
Bottom
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Hovercraft User Guide
Installation Step 3
Connect the aircraft head power module and a black propeller power module
to Port 1 and 4 on the master controller module respectively.
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Hovercraft User Guide
Installation Step 4
After connecting power modules to the master controller module, fit
the master controller module onto the hovercraft hull.
！ Note:
Port 1 faces forwards (the smaller end of the hull is the bow)
If the master controller module is installed in the incorrect
direction, it will not be able to control the direction of the
hovercraft.
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Hovercraft User Guide
Installation Step 5
Protective covers are required on both the top and
bottom parts of the other power modules.
There are two types of protective covers; take note
during installation.
Top
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Bottom
Hovercraft User Guide
Installation Step 6
After fitting the protective covers, attach the 4 power modules
onto master controller module according to the directions in
diagram below. Check that the protective covers are fitted in
the accurate places and that the power modules are attached
securely to the master controller module.
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Hovercraft User Guide
Controls
Step 1
Follow the instructions on the first page of User Guide to
download and install the application. Open the Makeblock
application and move tablet or smartphone within close
distance to running Airblock, Bluetooth connection should be
paired automatically. If connection is not successful, tap the list
" " icon on the bottom right hand side of the touchscreen and
select manually.
List
26
Step 2
Open hovercraft control interface after successful connection
is made. (Choose Land or Water Mode according to the
corresponding environment. Incorrect mode selection may
cause safety problems; pay attention! Software interface or icons
may vary after each software update. Please follow directions
of the latest download. This instruction manual is for reference
purposes only.)
Follow procedures on the New User Guide to familiarize yourself
with the functions of the different keys and learn how to use
Airblock.
Custom Mode
User Guide
Methods to Use
You may connect the power modules to the master controller
module at different angles and use the Airblock as a propeller
and blower according to your own creativity. Propulsion forces in
different directions and wind speeds of varying intensity may be
achieved by setting the motor at different rotating speeds in the
programming application.
Custom Mode User Guide
Operating Environment
Recommended for use on flat, clean floors or tables.
！ Items to Note：
Land surfaces: it is best to use Airblock on smooth, flat, and level land surfaces.
Water surfaces: only the hovercraft may be placed in the water. Use of Airblock in other forms on water surfaces must not be in
contact with water. Dropping the Airblock into water by accident may result in fire damage due to a short circuit.
In the air: Airblock is unable to fly normally in Custom Mode.
Keep a distance of at least 2 meters from people or animals before running Airblock.
Motor and propellers rotating at high speeds may cut people or animals, or become entangled in their hair or fur. Please move away
from people and animals before operating Airblock.
Dust, hair, fur, or water trapped in Airblock may result in motor malfunction or damage to electronic parts.
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Custom Mode User Guide
Programming
Step 1
Follow the instructions on the first page of User Guide to
download and install the application. Open the Makeblock
application and move tablet or smartphone within close
distance to running Airblock, Bluetooth connection should be
paired automatically. If connection is not successful, tap the list
" " icon on the bottom right hand side of the touchscreen and
select manually.
Step 2
Tap on the "New Project" option and select "Customize" to
create a new program for controlling Airblock.
List
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Custom Mode User Guide
Step 3
In "DESIGN" mode, drag and drop required keys
modules into the edit section on the right. Tap on the
module to enter into "Code" mode.
Step 4
In "Code" mode, drag the motor speed block to "When
button pressed" and enter the corresponding number
to set the motor speed.
At the same time, make sure the motor speed is "0"
for "when button released", otherwise the motor may
continue uncontrolled, causing danger.
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Common Problems
Propellers are not spinning
Direction is incorrect
Poor connection
1. Check if the connection of the power module and master
controller module is too widely-spaced, if connection is
uneven, or if foreign matter is present.
2. Check if the contact points of the metal spring pins have
oxidized or are damaged.
Aircraft head module is installed in the wrong position
1. When in Aircraft mode, if you encounter problems
controlling the direction, check if aircraft head module with
red light indicator is in the wrong position. Follow installation
steps in User Guide and re-install.
2. When in Hovercraft mode, check if the master controller
module is installed in the correct direction. Follow installation
steps in User Guide and re-install.
Motor axis is stuck
Check if any foreign matter is tangled on the motor's axis;
remove foreign matter.
Switch off Bluetooth connection
Use application to reconnect to Bluetooth.
Application settings error
When programming the motor in Custom Mode, if the motor
does not start when application is launched, check if the port
numbers in the block are correct.
Firmware upgrade
To optimize user experience, we will continue to upgrade the
software. After connecting to the device Bluetooth, you can
click the setting iron on the upper left corner of application,
select the firmware information to view the current firmware
version of the device. If there is an upgrade, you may click the
upgrade. If the upgrade fails, you can try to upgrade again
after connecting to the device Bluetooth.
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Common Problems
Power supply indicator light does not light up
Aircraft is unable to take off
Battery has no power
Try again after charging battery for half an hour or longer.
Power supply is insufficient
After successful connection to the application, you may
check the power supply level in the control interface. If power
supply is less than 20%, please charge the battery.
Incorrect battery installation
Battery is installed upside down or in the incorrect location.
Re-install battery using the correct method and confirm that
battery is installed in proper place.
Static electricity causing abnormality
Static electricity may cause an abnormal shutdown. Remove
the battery to reinstall.
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Protective cover is not removed
Protective cover must be taken off for Aircraft mode.
Protective cover is only applicable for use in Hovercraft mode.
Power module is installed in the wrong direction
Check all power modules; the foot pad side must be facing
downwards.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 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, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
Ag e
8+
WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Children to use only under adult's supervision.

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