User’s Guide for Model DRC377 v1742-01
Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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. Read and follow all instructions. Keep these instructions for future reference. Heed all Warnings.
Table of Contents Falcon 2 Pro – 4 Camera & Memory Card – 18 Features Includes Video Photos SD Card Install & Removal View Photos/Video on a Computer Camera Angle Adjustment Overview – 5 Craft Layout & Features Assembly Instructions – 6 Troubleshooting – 20 Landing Skids Rotor Guards Gyroscope Recalibration Remote Reset Remote Control – 8 Repair – 22 Button Layout & Functions Remote Battery Installation Parts Replacement Rotor Replacement Charging the Battery – 10 Customer Support – 23 Contact
Falcon 2 Pro Features Includes • 360° flips & tricks • 2.4 GHz remote control: requires 6 AA batteries (not included) • 2 speed settings • Built-in rechargeable lithium polymer battery • 6-axis gyroscope • .
Overview Craft Layout & Features FRONT Rotors White rotors indicate front of craft. Power Switch Rotor Guards FRONT LED Lights White LEDs indicate the front of the craft.
Assembly Instructions Landing Skids x4 Wide-head Screws Small Phillips-head Screwdriver 2 Tighten down using the included screwdriver and wide head screws. 1 Insert pegs into the holes on the underside of the body as shown.
Rotor Guards x4 Standard Screws Small Phillips-head Screwdriver 2 1 7 Tighten down using the included screwdriver and the standard screws. Insert the two pegs on the underside of the rotor guard into the upper body as shown.
Remote Control Button Layout & Functions Reset/Speed Press to change craft speed setting. Press and hold to reset craft to factory settings. Photo Press to take a photo. Flip Press and move the Right Thumbstick to perform a flip. Video Press to take video. Pitch Trim Correct forward/ backward drift. Yaw Trim Correct left/right rotational drift. Roll Trim Correct left/ right drift.
Remote Battery Installation Use screwdriver (included) and remove battery cover. Insert 6 x AA Batteries (not included).
Charging the Battery Before charging, be sure t he craft and remote control are powered OFF. Failure to do so may result in injury. Step 1 Make sure the craft is powered OFF, then remove the battery cover. Step 2 Disconnect the power plug connecting the battery to the craft. It is strongly recommended to remove the battery when charging. This will reduce the chance of damage or injury. Step 3 Attach the plug on the battery to the plug on the charging cable.
Step 4 Plug the charging cable into the USB port of a powered ON computer or USB power adapter (not included). The battery will now charge. CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT Unit is charging Red Light ON Charging complete OFF Step 5 When charging is complete, reinstall the battery in its bay, reconnect the power plug from the battery to the craft, and close the battery cover. Be sure to match the plugs correctly and securely close the battery cover or damage may occur.
Flying Craft/Remote Link Before flying, the craft and the remote must be linked together and the gyroscopes on the craft must be allowed to calibrate. Begin with the craft and remote powered OFF. Step 1 Place the craft on a flat, level surface. This is necessary for the craft’s gyroscopes to properly align. Step 2 Power the craft ON. The LED formation lights will blink in unison as the craft searches for a signal from the remote. Step 3 Power the remote control ON.
Step 4 Push the Left Control Stick directly forward, then backward. A chime will sound when the craft is calibrated and ready to fly. Step 5 Push the Left Control Stick (throttle) forward to take off. Use both thumbsticks to control the craft. If you notice a tendency to drift, you may need to adjust the trim controls to fine tune the handling (see next section). When You’re Done Flying...
Trim Adjustment Setting Trim & Countering Drift Even after the craft is calibrated, it may show a tendency to drift while airborne. Adjusting the trim will help counter this effect and allow for better control the craft. • To avoid potential damage, adjust the trim while attempting a stable hover. • Try to avoid making any exaggerated movements with the flight controls. • Adjust one trim setting at a time to avoid confusion. Remember, the white rotors and LED lights indicate the front of the craft.
Craft banks/rolls left or right. Adjust Roll Trim. Craft pitches/angles forward or backward. Adjust Pitch Trim.
Flying Tips & Features Tips for Safe Operation • It is recommended to only fly in large, open spaces that are free of obstacles like power lines, trees, ceiling fans, etc. • When flying indoors, avoid walls and ceilings, as the craft will be drawn towards them if closer than 2 to 3 feet. • Stand behind the craft when first taking off, so that you and the craft are facing the same “forward” direction. This will make it easier to know which direction the unit is flying.
Flips & Tricks Before attempting any stunts, be sure that there is ample clear space around the craft, 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. Press the Flip button, then move the Right Control Stick in any direction. Craft will perform flip in the desired direction.
Camera & Memory Card Make sure the remote and the craft have been successfully paired (indicated by a red light on the remote) and the Micro-SD card is installed in the camera before attempting to use. Video To record video, press the Video button on the remote. The indicator light will turn green for as long as the camera is recording. Press the video button again to stop recording video, the light will turn back to red. Photos To take a single image, press the Photo button once.
SD Card Install & Removal Camera Angle Adjustment Gently push against the Micro-SD card until it clicks into or out of the card slot. Be sure to insert correctly or damage may occur. View Photos/Video on a Computer Remove Micro-SD card from camera and connect to included USB adapter. Be sure to insert correctly or damage may occur. Connect to a USB port of a computer. Use the computer’s file browser to access photos and videos.
Troubleshooting Gyroscope Recalibration If the craft is experiencing difficulty flying or is behaving erratically, the craft’s gyroscopes may be misaligned and will need to be recalibrated. Do not attempt to do this while flying. Safely land the craft and place it on a flat, level surface before attempting this procedure. Note: Before calibration, the craft and the remote must be linked together. Pull down and to the left on both controls sticks for 2-3 seconds. The LED lights will begin blinking.
If you are experiencing problems using or flying the craft, consult this table. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Craft does not respond to controls. • No power to remote or craft. • Poor contact between power plugs. • Craft is out of range. • Check remote batteries, replace if needed. • Check craft battery, be sure it is fully charged. • Be sure the power plugs are firmly connected. • Be sure the remote has an unobstructed line of sight to the craft. • Remain within the remote’s 150 ft. range.
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.
Customer Support 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: http://gpx.com/drc377.html Email Support: prodinfo@dpiinc.com Email Parts: partsinfo@dpiinc.com Phone Support: 1-888-999-4215 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.
