Quadcopter Drone with Video Camera User’s Guide for Model DR775 v1396-01 For the most up-to-date version of this User’s Guide, go to www.gpx.
Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions for future reference. Heed all Warnings. Follow all instructions. Intended for children ages 14 and higher. Adult supervision is required. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Before flying, always check the quadcopter body, rotors, and battery for any damage or obstructions. Battery should be free from cracks or swelling.
Additional Warnings & Precautions • WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing. AVIS: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie ou de choc électrique, ne pas exposer cet appareil sous la pluie et l’humidité. • CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Table of Contents Orientation–5 Includes Rear View Top View Remote Control Batteries & Charging–8 Charging Procedure Remote Batteries Battery & Usage Info Pre-Flight Calibration –10 Quadcopter/Remote Link Step 1 - Power ON & Connect Step 2 - Take Off Trim Adjustment–11 Countering Drift & Setting Trim Flying & Tips–13 Flight Control Sensitivity Tips for Safe Operation 4 Stunts–14 On Board Camera–15 Using the Camera Troubleshooting–17 Parts & Repair–18 Parts Replacement Body Repair Rotor Replacement C
Orientation Includes • • • • Remote control: requires 6 AA batteries (not included) USB cable for battery recharge 4 GB SD card and Card Reader 4 replacement rotors Rear View Landing Feet Electric Motor/Gears Housing Battery/Receiver Board/Camera Housing (under side) Customer Support: 1-888-999-4215 5
Orientation Top View Receiver Light (under side) Flashes red and blue to indicate remote and quadcopter are connected. Rotor B Rotor A Rotors Red rotors indicate front of quadcopter, black indicates rear.
Remote Control Antenna Reset Press to reset trim to factory default. Photo Press to take a photo. Power/Status Indicator Flight Control Sensitivity Adjusts the speed, sensitivity, and stunt controls of the quadcopter. Video Capture Stunt Press to begin recording video. Press to stop recording. Press to perform a forward flip.
Batteries & Charging The quadcopter’s Lithium-Polymer battery must be charged before the unit can be flown. Before charging, be sure the quadcopter and remote control are powered off. Failure to do so may result in injury. Charging Procedure Step 1 To charge the battery, d isconnect the plugs between the battery and the receiver board on the underside of the quadcopter, then gently slide the battery out of its tray.
Remote Batteries Use a Phillips Head Screwdriver AA x6 Battery & Usage Info BATTERY TYPE SPECIFICATION DURATION CHARGE TIME Quadcopter Li-Po Battery 3.7V/650mAH 6 to 8 minutes flight time 60 to 70 minutes Remote AA Batteries 1.5V Approx.
Pre-Flight Calibration Quadcopter/Remote Link Before flying, the quadcopter and the remote must be linked together, and the gyroscopes on the quadcopter must be allowed to calibrate to ensure smooth and level flight. Begin with the quadcopter and remote powered off. Step 1 - Power ON & Connect Connect the battery to the quadcopter, place the quadcopter on a flat surface, and turn on the remote. This will calibrate the gyroscopes in the quadcopter and connect it to the remote.
Trim Adjustment Countering Drift & Setting Trim Even after the quadcopter is calibrated, it may show a tendency to drift while airborne. Adjusting the trim will counter this effect and allow the unit to hover in place. Adjust the trim while flying as controlled and low to the ground as possible. Remember, the red propeller blades indicate the front of the quadcopter.
Trim Adjustment Drift Type Solution Quadcopter pitches/moves forward or backward. Press Up/Down buttons to the left of the Right Control Stick. Quadcopter banks/rolls left or right. Press L/R buttons under the Right Control Stick.
Flying & Tips Flight Control Sensitivity The quadcopter has three settings for the responsiveness of the flight controls: 30%, 60%, and 100%. The higher settings allow faster and more precise control inputs. It is recommended to start with the lowest setting, and as you become more skilled at flying, increase the sensitivity as you see fit. • • • 30%: Intended for novice pilots. Gives a smooth, more relaxed control feel. 60%: Intended for advanced pilots.
Stunts Before attempting any stunts, be sure that there is ample clear space around the quadcopter, ideally 9 to 10 ft in every direction. It is not recommended to attempt to stunt around or through any obstacles, as this may result in unintended damage. There are two ways to perform aerial stunts: Press the Stunt button (Right Trigger) to perform a forward flip. Set the Flight Sensitivity Control to 100% and use the Right Control Stick to perform a flip in any direction.
On Board Camera Using the Camera This unit is equipped with an on board camera and SD memory card that allows you to document your flights and view them later. The camera will record stills and video as JPEG and AVI files. The video files (AVI) can be viewed on a computer with any common video playing software, like Quicktime or Windows Media Player. To take video during your flight, press the Left Trigger on the remote control to begin recording.
On Board Camera Camera & Indicator SD Card & Slot • • 16 Press Left Trigger for video. Use Photo button to the right of the left thumbstick for still shots or 3 shot burst.
Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems using or flying the quadcopter, consult this table. PROBLEM Quadcopter is unresponsive POSSIBLE CAUSES • • No power to remote or quadcopter Poor contact between power plugs SOLUTION • • • • Check remote batteries. Check quadcopter battery, be sure it is fully charged. Be sure the remote has an unobstructed line of sight to the quadcopter. Be sure to remain within the remote’s 30 ft. range.
Parts & Repair REMINDER: Pilots are responsible for any damage caused by improper use. Parts Replacement Standard parts such as extra batteries and remotes are available online for purchase when in stock. However, any non-standard parts such as cameras, screws, bodies, SD cards etc. can be ordered by placing an inquiry with our parts department at: partsinfo@dpiinc.com.
Company Information Contact Information Warranty Website: www.gpx.com See included 30 Day Warranty for warranty information. Warranty and the most up-to-date version of this User’s Guide can also be found at: Email Support: prodinfo@dpiinc.com Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.com Phone Support: 1-888-999-4215 www.gpx.com International Support To download this User’s Guide in English, Spanish, and French, or to get answers to frequently asked questions, visit the support section at: www.gpx.
