User’s Guide for Model DRC377 v1884-01
Warnings & Precautions Important Safety Instructions • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Read and follow all instructions. Keep these instructions for future reference. Heed all Warnings. Intended for children ages 14 and higher. Adult supervision is required. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Before flying, always check the body, rotors, and battery for any damage or obstructions. Battery should be free from cracks or swelling.
Table of Contents Falcon 2 Pro Quadcopter Drone – 5 Flying Tips & Features – 16 Features Includes Tips for Safe Operation Speed Setting Headless Mode Flips Overview – 6 Craft Layout & Features Camera & Memory Card – 18 Assembly – 7 SD Card Install & Removal View Photos & Video on a Computer Camera Angle Adjustment Landing Struts Rotor Guards Remote Control – 8 Parts & Repair – 20 Functions Battery Installation Parts Replacement Rotor Replacement Charging the Battery – 10 Troubleshooting – 21
Falcon 2 Pro Quadcopter Drone Features Includes • 360° flips & tricks • 3 speed settings • 2.4 GHz remote control: requires 3 AA batteries (not included) • 6-axis gyroscope • Rechargeable lithium polymer battery • .
Overview Craft Layout & Features Rotors White rotors indicate front of craft. Power Switch (rear) Rotor Guards Landing Skids LED Lights Battery Compartment/Camera (underside) 6 White LEDs indicate front of craft.
Assembly Landing Struts 4x Wide-head Screws Insert pegs into the holes on the underside of the body as shown. Insert two wide head screws per strut and tighten with the included screwdriver. Do not over tighten or damage may occur. Rotor Guards 4x Standard Screws Insert rotor guards into the holes under the rotors as shown. Insert one standard screw in the center position and tighten with the included screwdriver. Do not over tighten or damage may occur.
Remote Control Functions Lights/Speed Camera Press to take a picture. Press and hold to take video. Press to turn lights ON or OFF. Press to change speed setting. Power Flip Press once, then move Right Control Stick in any direction to perform a flip. Indicator Light Trim Adjustment Left Control Stick/ Headless Mode Throttle: push forward/backward Reset Press to reset remote trim settings.
Battery Installation Use included screwdriver to remove battery cover. Insert 3x AA Batteries (not included).
Charging the Battery Before charging, be sure the craft and remote control are powered OFF. Failure to do so may result in injury. REMINDER: Do not charge batteries overnight. Do not leave the batteries unattended while charging. 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 4 Plug the USB charging cable in to the USB port of a powered ON computer or USB power adapter (not included). While charging, the cable will display a red light. When charging is complete, the light will turn OFF. Step 5 When charging is complete, reinstall the battery in its compartment, 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 battery installed and 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. POWER SWITCH Step 3 Power ON the remote.
Step 4 Push the Left Control Stick (throttle) fully forward, wait for a chime to sound, then pull the stick fully rearward, and wait for a second chime. When this last chime has sounded the craft is ready to fly. Use the Left Control Stick to take off and control the throttle and Yaw (spin) movement of the craft. Use the Right Control Stick to control the Pitch (forward/backward) and Roll (left/ right) movement of the craft.
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 pitches/angles forward or backward. Adjust Pitch Trim. Gyroscope Recalibration If the craft is experiencing difficulty flying or is behaving erratically, it’s gyroscopes may need to be recalibrated. Do not attempt to do this while flying, safely land the craft first and place it on a flat surface. The craft and the remote should already be linked. Pull down and to the right on both controls sticks for 2-3 seconds.
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 2-3 feet. • Stand behind the craft when first taking off, so that you and the craft are facing the same “forward” direction. This will help with orientation when the craft is airborne.
Flips Before attempting a flip, be sure that there is ample clear space around the craft, ideally 9-10 ft. in all directions. It is not recommended to attempt to flip around or through any obstacles, as this may result in unintended damage. Press the Flip button to activate Flip Mode, then move the Right Control Stick in any direction and the craft will perform a flip in the same direction. Press the Flip button again to deactivate without performing a flip.
Camera & Memory Card Make sure the remote and the craft have been successfully paired and the Micro SD card is installed in the camera before attempting to use. Video Press and hold to begin recording video. Press and hold to stop recording video. Photo Press to take a photo.
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.
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. Rotor Replacement The craft comes with replacement rotors if the originals are broken or badly damaged.
Troubleshooting 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.
Customer Support Contact Information Warranty Website: www.gpx.com See included 30 Day Warranty for warranty information. Warranty and the most up-todate version of this User’s Guide can also be found at: www.gpx.com 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.
