Troubleshooting Guide

OPERATING DRONE
OVERVIEWGETTING TO KNOW YOUR DRONE
OPERATING DRONE OPERATING DRONE ADVANCED MODES TIPS & TROUBLESHOOTING
CONTENTSWARNINGSGENERAL WARNINGS CHARGING/BATTERY
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DRONE
REMOTE
STUNT TIPS
FINE-TUNING/DIRECTION
INSIDE THE BOX
TAKE OFF
LAND
AUTO-ORIENTATION/SPEED
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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CHARGING
PAIRING
DIRECTION
REMOTE CONTROL
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120
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• Do not crash drone into sand or dirt. Drone gears may become clogged.
• When first learning to fly, practice lifting o and hovering.
• Stay several feet from walls and buildings.
• Always press throttle all the way down after crashing or when something gets stuck in propellers.
• Never fly drones above or near people, sudden changes in wind or other conditions could lead to
unexpected crashes.
• Always use caution when flying drone vehicles, obey relevant laws, respect the privacy and
property rights of others.
• Do not modify the drone or use it any way except for its intended purpose.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Drifts Left and Right Hover Up and Down
Forward and BackwardDrifts Forwards and Backwards Sideways
Turn Left and Right
There are 2 ways to launch the drone:
1. Slowly press the left throttle stick forward. The drone
will begin to rise.
2. Press the FLIGHT button. The drone will rise and
hover.
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Slide drone
switch on.
Place drone
on a flat even
surface.
For ease of control, the red rear lights should be toward you.
If the drone begins to drift, you can correct
the drone’s direction with the direction stick
on the right.
Turn on the
remote control.
Push left throttle
stick up and
then down.
Make sure
your remote
is o.
1. Read all warnings and instructions.
2. Install remote batteries. (See page 4)
3. Make sure that drone and remote are
powered o.
4. Charge batteries. (See page 4)
5. First time operators should practice indoors.
Always turn o remote prior to retrieving or picking up drone.
This will help you avoid accidently activating propellers.
Choose an indoor
location
Pairing Drone
Preflight Checklist
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Thunderbolt Drone Drone Controller
Replacement Propellers
Open battery cover and install 4 AA 1.5V batteries as
shown.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit 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 o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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WARNING: ONLY USE PROVIDED
USB CABLE FOR CHARGING
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THUNDERBOLT
JET X-2
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Fly the
drone to a
height of at
least 10 ft.
Press the
stunt bumper.
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Press the right
direction stick to
the left or right.
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10 FEET
• Not recommended for children under 14 years of age. As with all electrical products, precautions
should be observed during handling and use to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
• Adult supervision is required at all times.
• Drive drone only on smooth flat surfaces.
• Never fly drones above or near people, sudden changes in wind or other conditions could lead to
unexpected crashes.
• Always use caution when flying drone vehicles, obey relevant laws, respect the privacy and property
rights of others.
• The drone shall never be modified or used for anything except its intended purpose.
• Before each use, an adult should review the product and battery to determine that no damage or
hazards exist.
• DO NOT TOUCH SPINNING PROPELLERS.
• Do not allow anything to intentionally make contact in any way with spinning propellers
o Prevent contact with spinning blades by turning o remote prior to handling drone.
• Use caution and pay attention to your surroundings while operating drone.
• Do not fly drone into animals, people, or inanimate objects.
• Keep drone away from power lines, buildings, trees, public areas, and any other potentially
hazardous areas.
• Do not operate in rain, heavy wind, and or any type of severe weather.
• Do not land drone on wet surfaces.
• Never touch or allow others to touch drone while it is flying.
• Always turn drone o when it is not in use.
• Always fly drone in large open areas.
• The drone will lose controlling capabilities if fly distance is more than maximum recommended
altitude of 100 ft. Keep below 100 ft. to avoid potential crashing risk.
READ ALL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE.
SAFETY WARNINGS:
FAA WARNING
This drone weighs 0.20lbs (93g). As of November 2017, the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) requires registration of unmanned aircrafts weighing more than
0.55lbs. Visit www.faa.gov/uas/registration for more information. Ongoing compliance with
Federal, state and local laws regarding operation is an owner’s sole responsibility.
The drone’s
lights will
flicker during
the pairing
process and
then remain
on once it has
paired.
When drone is in auto orientation mode, the drone will orient
to the user (remote), no matter what direction the drone is
facing.
Push the right
direction stick to
control the direction
the drone moves.
Press the speed
button to change the
flight speed. The
default speed is low.
Press the button
once to enter mid
speed, again to enter
high speed and once
more to return to low
speed.
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Press the auto
orientation button.
The remote will
beep every 6
seconds while in this
mode. Press the
auto orientation
button again to turn
o the mode.
When remote switch is turned on, the remote light does not illuminate:
1) Check that batteries in the remote are installed correctly
2) OR turn o the drone and remote controller and turn on again.
3) If the remote light still does not turn on, replace the batteries with new batteries.
During flight, the remote power LED is dim or remote distance is short:
1) Remote batteries are low. Land the drone immediately.
2) Replace old batteries.
Drone and remote properly pair but the drone will not lift-o:
1) Drone battery needs charging. Use the USB Charge Cable to connect the drone to power
source.
After trimming the drone, flight is very unstable and it cannot fly properly:
1) One or more blades may be damaged. Replace damaged blades with replacement blades and try
flying again. (See page 3)
2) Press and hold the two joysticks toe out for 3s to reset the gyrocope.
3) Turn on the drone and remote and then repeat the pairing process. (See page 6)
Remote and drone cannot be paired:
1) Remote must be within 12 feet of drone.
Note: If there is more than one unpaired drone within 12 feet, one must be successfully paired
before others may be paired.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY WARNINGS: (REPLACEABLE BATTERY)
There is a risk of fire and personal injury if battery is punctured, damaged, or misused
• Do not dismantle, crush, incinerate or short-circuit battery.
• Never expose battery to extreme temperatures or moisture
• Keep away from flammable materials and direct sunlight
• Only charge using the provided charger, cable, and/or adapters
• Rechargeable battery is only to be charged by an adult.
• Adult Supervision of the battery while it is charging is required
• Allow battery to cool to room temperature before charging.
• Charge on a non-flammable surface and keep away from flammable products
• Discontinue charging if battery becomes hot, swells, smokes, or gives o a strong odor.
• Battery chargers used with the product are to be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug,
enclosure, and other parts, and in the event of such damage, they must not be used until the damage
has been repaired.
• Remove batteries (if removable) before storing
• Recycle or dispose of battery according to federal, state, and local laws
• Cells or batteries should not be disassembled, crushed, punctured, opened, or otherwise mutilated.
• Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or battery has been swallowed.
• In the event that the electrolyte comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately flush with fresh
water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice.
• Store cells and batteries in their original packaging and away from metal objects which may
short-circuit them.
• Do not drop or subject the cell or battery to strong mechanical shock.
• Keep cells or batteries clean and dry both during use and storage. Wipe metal terminals with a soft,
dry cloth if they become dirty.
• Charge cells or batteries before use.
• On first use, or after prolonged periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the
cell or battery two or three times before obtaining maximum performance.
• It is best to charge the cell or battery at temperatures between 15°C and 30°C unless otherwise
specified by the manufacturer.
• Retain original product literature for future reference.
BATTERY WARNINGS
• Do not mix old and new batteries
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable batteries
• Alkaline batteries are recommended. Use only the specified voltage.
• Insert batteries using the correct polarity. Always use, replace, and recharge (if applicable) batteries
under adult supervision
• Do not charge with non-rechargeable batteries
• Do not short-circuit the battery supply terminals
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
• Remove batteries (if removable) before storing.
• Recycle or dispose of batteries according to federal, state, and local laws.
USB Charge Cable
CHOKING HAZARD –
SMALL PARTS NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS.
ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED.
PLEASE RECYCLE OR DISPOSE OF ELECTRONICS PROPERLY
• Drone must be charged before each use (USB Charge Cable included).
• Indicator light will turn o once fully charged.
• Install batteries in remote.
Before each flight pair the remote with the drone:
1. Turn your drone on and place on a flat, level surface.
2. Turn on the remote.
3. Push stick up and then down.
4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 if necessary.
IMPORTANT!
After a hard landing, turn drone and remote o.
Then, repeat pairing!
• The head of the Thunderbolt Drone is the front of the drone.
• The tail of the Thunderbolt Drone is the back of the drone.
• Not applicable in auto orientation mode.
Practice flying your drone at heights below 10 feet and at low speed until
comfortable with all controls to avoid unnecessary damage or injury.
• Left stick:
- Up/down controls elevation
- Left/right controls spin
• Right stick: - Controls flight direction
• Trim: - Reduces drone drift
To power down the drone, hold the left stick down.
PLEASE READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO
USE. KEEP THIS DOCUMENT AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRONE.
Pull firmly to remove broken propeller. Replace with a new one.
Push firmly and carefully.
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Each blade has a letter on it. Match the blades with the corresponding letter on
the drone.
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Connect the Battery Charger to the charge port
on the drone.
Connect connector to power source.
Turn o the drone before charging.
Note: The red rear lights will light up while
the battery is charging and will turn o
when the battery is fully charged. Charge
time is approximately 120 minutes.
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There are 2 ways to land the drone:
1. Slowly and carefully press the left throttle stick
down until the drone lands.
2. Press the FLIGHT button to initiate auto landing.
For emergency stop, press and hold the FLIGHT
button for 2 seconds or until the propellers stop
spinning.
Throttle Direction
Stunt
Status Light
LED Light
Flight/Land
B2
ON/OFF Switch
B1
A2
A1
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Size: 888 x 210 mm (Folded: 148 x 210 mm) Accordion Fold
Black PMS 374U