User Manual 2018.04 v1.
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Contents Using This Manual 2 Legend 2 Read Before the First Flight 2 Download the Tello App 2 Units of Measurement 2 Product Profile 4 Introduction 4 Aircraft Diagram Aircraft 4 5 Flight Modes 5 Aircraft Status Indicator 6 Vision Positioning System 7 Intelligent Flight Modes 8 Propellers 12 Propeller Guards 13 Flight Battery 14 Camera 15 Tello App 16 Connecting to the Aircraft 16 Camera View 16 Controlling the Aircraft 17 Flight 20 Flight Environment
Product Profile Introduction Tello is a small quadcopter that features a Vision Positioning System and an onboard camera. Using its Vision Positioning System and advanced flight controller, it can hover in place and is suitable for flying indoors. Advanced features like Bounce mode, 8D Flips, and EZ Shots make using Tello fun. Tello captures 5 megapixel photos and streams 720p live video to the Tello app on a mobile device.
Aircraft The Tello contains a flight controller, video downlink system, Vision Positioning System, propulsion system, and a Flight Battery. Refer to the aircraft diagram in the Product Profile section. Flight Modes The Tello can be controlled manually using the virtual joysticks in the Tello app or using a compatible remote controller. It also has various Intelligent Flight Modes that be used to make Tello perform maneuvers automatically.
TELLO User Manual Aircraft Status Indicator The Tello’s Aircraft Status Indicator communicates the statuses of the aircraft’s flight control system and Flight Battery. The Aircraft Status Indicator is located on the aircraft’s nose, next to the camera, as shown in the figure below. Refer to the table below for more information about the aircraft states indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicator.
TELLO User Manual Vision Positioning System The Vision Positioning System helps the aircraft maintain its current position. With the help of the Vision Positioning System, the Tello can hover in place more precisely and fly indoors or outdoors in windless conditions. The main components of the Vision Positioning System are a camera and a 3D infrared module located on the underside of the aircraft.
TELLO User Manual f. Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. g. Flying over extremely dark (< 10 lux) or bright (> 100,000 lux) surfaces or towards bright sources of light (e.g. towards sunlight). h. Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. i. Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiling). j. Flying over small and fine objects (e.g. tree branches or power lines). k. Flying at speeds of over 11 mph (18 kph) at 3.
TELLO User Manual • Be prepared to take control of the aircraft by tapping in the Tello app to exit Bounce mode in case of an emergency. • Be extra cautious when flying in dark (< 300 lux) or bright (> 10,000 lux) environments. 8D Flips In 8D Flips the aircraft automatically flips in one of eight different directions. Using 8D Flips 1. Press the power button once to turn the aircraft on. Launch the Tello app and tap to take off. 2. Tap and then select 8D Flips.
TELLO User Manual 3. Place the aircraft in your palm. 4. Read the warning prompt and then tap to start. The propellers will start spinning slowly. Gently throw the aircraft upward and horizontally away from you, keeping the aircraft horizontal as you throw it. The propellers will start spinning more quickly and the aircraft will automatically hover in place. The propellers will stop if you do not throw the aircraft within 5 seconds of the propellers starting to spin slowly.
TELLO User Manual Using Circle In Circle the aircraft records a short video while flying in a circle. 1. Press the power button once to turn the aircraft on. Launch the Tello app and tap 2. Tap and then select Circle. Read the information prompt and then select Start. to take off. 3. The aircraft will fly in a circle around a point approximately 7 ft (2 m) in front of the aircraft nose and record a video. 4. The aircraft will exit Circle once it has finished recording.
TELLO User Manual • Ensure there is sufficient space when using Up & Away. Allow at least 20 ft (6 m) behind and 3.5 ft (1 m) above the aircraft. • Before using Up & Away ensure that the Aircraft Status Indicator is periodically blinking green twice, indicating that the Vision Positioning System is available. • Watch out for potential obstacles in your surrounding area (especially on the rear, left, and right sides of the aircraft) and stay clear of them to avoid accidents.
TELLO User Manual Detaching the Propellers Insert the propeller removal tool between the propeller cap and the motor. Be sure to hold the motor while detaching the propeller. • Always detach the propellers using the propeller removal tool. DO NOT remove the propellers by hand as doing so may damage the motors and you may get seriously hurt. • To avoid injury, stand clear of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning. • Only use original propellers and DO NOT mix propeller types.
TELLO User Manual Detaching the Propeller Guards To remove a propeller guard place your finger and thumb as shown in the figure below. With your thumb, gently apply a twisting force to the lip that protrudes from the propeller guard where it wraps around the landing gear. DO NOT use excessive force when removing propeller guards as doing so may damage the aircraft’s arms and you may get hurt. Flight Battery The Tello Flight Battery is a 3.8 V, 1100 mAh battery with charging/discharging protection.
TELLO User Manual Charging the Flight Battery To charge the Flight Battery connect the Micro USB port on the aircraft to a USB adapter (not provided) using a standard Micro USB cable. Charging Time: Approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes. The Aircraft Status Indicator blinks blue slowly during charging. The battery is fully charged when the Aircraft Status Indicator turns solid blue. Detach the USB adapter when the battery is fully charged.
Tello App Use this app to control the camera and other aircraft functions. The app is used for configuring your aircraft, viewing your photos and videos, and copying your photos and videos to folders in your mobile device. Connecting to the Aircraft Enable the Wi-Fi functionality in your mobile device and then select the TELLO-XXXXXX network. Connection has been established when the live camera view is shown on your mobile device. Camera View 60% 1. Auto Takeoff/Landing Tap to initiate auto takeoff.
TELLO User Manual automatically.) In the More screen the beginner guide, units of measurement, photo quality, low battery warning, and joystick settings can be configured. Tap to calibrate the IMU or center of gravity, or to view the aircraft firmware version. 4. Battery Level 60% Displays the current battery level. 5. Wi-Fi Status Displays the Wi-Fi connection status. 6. Bluetooth Status Displays the Bluetooth connection status. 7. Flight Speed 3m/s Displays the aircraft’s horizontal speed. 8.
TELLO User Manual Mode 1 Left Stick Right Stick Forward Up Down Backward Left Right Turn Left Turn Right Mode 2 Left Stick Up Down Turn Left Turn Right 18 © 2018 Ryze Tech. All Rights Reserved.
TELLO User Manual The figure below explains how to use each virtual joystick, using Mode 2 as an example. Virtual Joysticks (Mode 2) Left Stick Left Stick Remarks Moving the left stick up or down changes the aircraft’s altitude. Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. The more the stick is pushed away from the center position, the faster the aircraft will change altitude. Always push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected changes in altitude.
Flight Ensure that all flights are carried out indoors or in an open area with no wind. The flight altitude is limited to 32.8 ft (10 m) and flight distance is limited to 328 ft (100 m). Perform a simple test flight the first time you fly the aircraft. Refer to the Test Flight section below. Flight Environment Requirements 1. DO NOT use the aircraft in adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, fog, wind, smog, hail, lightning, tornadoes, or hurricanes. 2.
Firmware Updates When you connect the aircraft to the Tello app you will be notified if a new firmware update is available. To start updating, connect your mobile device to the Internet and follow the on-screen instructions. • Firmware updates take around 5 minutes. • Before performing an update ensure the Flight Battery has at least 50% charge. Specifications Aircraft (Model: TLW004) Weight (including Propeller Guards) 87 g Max Speed 17.8 mph (28.
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