Operating Instructions GPS Drone GeNii Mini RtF Item No. 2280967 Item No.
Table of contents 1. 2. Intended use.........................................................................................................................................................4 Know the aircraft...................................................................................................................................................5 2.1 Components............................................................................................................................................
6.8 Flying – Using flight modes...........................................................................................................................27 6.9 Flying – When safety features take over......................................................................................................29 6.10 Flying – Using waypoints............................................................................................................................30 6.11 Taking photos and recording video.............
1. Intended use The product is a ready to fly remote controlled quadcopter with camera. It is suitable for persons aged 16 years or older. The product can be controlled with the remote controller or with the mobile app. Use the mobile app to display real time flight data. It can be used indoors and outdoors under moderate wind conditions. Contact with moisture must be avoided under all circumstances. For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product.
2. Know the aircraft 2.
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3. Know the remote controller 3.
3.2 Indicator lights 3.2.1 Charging Indicator light Status indication G Blinking green Charging G Solid green Charging completed 3.2.2 In operation Indicator light Sound Status indication G Solid green light Working normally. R Slowly flashing red light B-B-B... Low battery warning. Immediately charge the battery. R Quickly flashing red light B-B-B... Battery level critically low. Remote controller turns off when the sound stops.
3.3 Using the mobile support Step 1 Step 2 Install the mobile phone support in the slot of the back of the remote controller. Pull the support up. Step 3 Step 4 Put the mobile device on the mobile support. Adjust support and mobile phone to the right angle.
4. Before flying 4.1 Charging the aircraft battery WARNING • Make sure you have read and understood the safety instructions related to batteries. • Charge batteries in a well-ventilated environment and keep away from heat sources. • Do not charge batteries next to flammable or on the surface of electro-conductive objects. • Monitor batteries while they are charging. 1. Connect the USB charging cable to the flight battery charger. 2. Connect the end of the charging cable to a USB power supply.
4.3 Getting the remote controller ready If you intend to control the aircraft with the mobile app, you do not need to ready the remote controller. 4.3.1 Checking the battery level On the remote controller, press the button for 2 seconds to turn it on. Observe the indicator light: G Green solid: battery level is sufficient. G Green blinking: battery level is low. Charge the battery. See 4.3.2 Charging the battery. 4.3.
5. Flying with the Remote controller 5.1 Introduction • You can take off and land manually or by using the one-key program. • You can select between different flight modes. • You can use the Return-To-Home function to let the aircraft return to the starting position automatically. • Use the mobile app to monitor the real-time image and video footage and the flight status of the aircraft. 5.
5.2.1 Switching modes (Mode 1/Mode2) 1. Initiate mode switching: - For Mode 2: Move the left joystick to the lowest position and hold down the button at the same time. - For Mode 1: Toggle the right joystick to the lowest position and hold down the button at the same time. 2. While holding down the button from step 1, turn on the remote controller by pressing the button until you hear a beep sound. 3. Release the joystick. The mode is changed. 5.
5.3.2 Linking mobile app and remote controller Requirements • Your mobile device can connect to 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks. • You have installed the mobile app GeNii Mini (scan QR code to the right or download it from the respective app store). • (Recommended) You have installed the mobile support on the remote controller. Link mobile device and remote controller: 1. Turn on Wi-Fi on your mobile device. 2. Select the Controller-xxxxxx (serial number) network to link your mobile device. 3.
5.4.1 Taking off via the one-key program 1. Hold down the button for 2 to 3 seconds. When the remote controller beeps steadily, the aircraft will automatically take off and raise to an altitude of 1.2 meters and hover. 2. Control the aircraft with the joysticks. 5.4.2 Taking off manually 1. Start the motors by fully pushing the left and right joysticks outward into their bottom corners and holding them there for at least 3 seconds. 2. Use the throttle joystick to take off. 3.
5.6 Flying – Switching off WARNING Always turn off the aircraft before you turn off the remote controller to prevent accidents. After the aircraft has landed and the propellers have stopped rotating do the following: 1. On the aircraft, hold down the button until the lights go out. 2. On the remote controller, hold down the button until you hear a beep and the lights go out. 3. Remove the battery from the aircraft and let it cool down. DANGER! Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Remember • Use the Position Flight Mode in combination with Return-To-Home. • For Return-To-Home to work, the aircraft must be able to record the GPS coordinates before take off, and be receiving a good quality GPS signal. • Keep your flying path free of obstacles to avoid accidents. Fly the aircraft in open flat terrain (no tall buildings within a 50 meter radius and flat terrain within a 10 meter radius). 5.8 Flying – Using flight modes 5.8.
5.9 Flying – When safety features take over Built-in safety features protect the product and the pilot and automatically take over control when certain conditions are met. 5.9.1 When the aircraft battery runs out Condition Indication Action Battery is running out. • Status indicator light of the aircraft turns slowly blinking red. • Return-to-home is activated and cannot be disabled. • Alert on mobile app. Battery level is critically low.
5.10 Taking photos and recording video NOTICE Prevent product damage: • Ensure the camera can rotate freely. • Exposure to high temperatures can damage the camera and even cause injury. 5.10.1 Aerial photography tips • Ensure a smooth flight. • Shoot on sunny and breezy days. • Take photos or videos when the drone is in Position Flight Mode. 5.10.2 Adjusting the camera angle For best results, tilt the camera upward or downward when taking photos or videos.
5.10.5 Using gestures to take pictures or record video 1. Bring the aircraft into hover position. 2. Enable Gesture Recognition in the mobile app. Remember • Face the drone camera. • Fly the drone in well-lit environment. • Ensure a strong WiFi signal. • Use gestures when you stay around 2 meters away from the drone camera. Victory gesture (picture) 1. Keep 2 meters from the drone and face the camera. 2. Raise one of your hands in front of you and make a V shape. 3.
6.Flying with the Mobile app 6.1 Introduction • You can take off and land manually or by using the one-key program. • You can select between different flight modes. • You can use the Return-To-Home function to let the aircraft return to the starting position automatically. 6.
6.2.1 Switching modes (mode 1 / mode 2) The default setting is Mode 2. Enter General Settings in the mobile app to switch the control mode: • Left hand: Mode 2 (default) • Right hand: Mode 1 6.2.2 Controlling by gravitation With gravitational control enabled in the app you can control the aircraft by tilting your mobile device. Requirements • Your mobile device must support/has G-sensors. • The aircraft is initialized and the mobile device linked. Go through section 6.
1. Put the aircraft on a flat surface. 2. Power on the aircraft: - Push the button once (1x), then hold down the button for 2 seconds (Fig. B). - The initializing tune plays. 3. Wait for the self-check to complete. - The procedure takes about 30 seconds. - When the indicator lights turn from flashing or solid blue to flashing or solid green the procedure is completed (Fig C). 6.3.2 Linking mobile app and aircraft Requirements • Your mobile device can connect to 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks.
6.4 Flying – Taking off Remember • When you turn on the aircraft the Position Flight Mode is activated by default. • It is highly recommended you only take off after the indicator light on the aircraft turns solid green (strong GPS signal). • Choose a wide and open flight environment. Tall buildings and metal materials may interfere with the compass and GPS equipment on the aircraft.
6.5 Flying – Landing NOTICE Prevent product damage: • Choose an open and flat space as your landing site. • Be aware of obstacles and ensure the aircraft is hovering over the landing site before landing. CAUTION After landing, stay away from the aircraft until the propellers have stopped rotating to avoid injury. 6.5.1 Landing via the one-key program 1. In the mobile app, tap on . 2. Confirm the pop-up message to initiate landing. Stay away from the aircraft during landing. 6.5.
6.7 Flying – Using Return-To-Home 6.7.1 Introduction Return-To-Home is a flight assistance feature: it returns the aircraft to base automatically. How it works after activation: • if the aircraft flies below 30 meters, the aircraft will automatically ascend to 30 meters before returning home. • if the aircraft flies above 30 meters, the aircraft will return home at the current altitude. Remember • Use the Position Flight Mode in combination with Return-To-Home.
6.8 Flying – Using flight modes 6.8.1 Selecting a flight mode 6.8.2 Position flight mode This mode is suitable for beginner pilots. It uses GPS to achieve accurate hovering, intelligent following and other assistance features. Remember • This mode supports Return-To-Home as long as the GPS coordinates are recorded before you take off. Activating Indicator lights Notes • It is the default mode after powering on the aircraft. On aircraft: • Wait until the GPS turns on before flying.
6.8.3 Altitude flight mode Altitude Flight Mode is for experienced pilots. In this mode, you can fly the aircraft with or without GPS signal (flying with GPS is the recommended option). If GPS is turned off, you will fly the aircraft manually. Activating Notes Select the mode from the mode dropdown menu. Certain environmental factors, such as airflow, might affect the flight, resulting in drifting or hovering failure. 6.8.
6.8.5 Follow me flight mode The aircraft will automatically follow your mobile device. CAUTION Prevent injury In this mode the aircraft circles around you. It is necessary to maintain a good GPS signal at all times. Observe the diagram below and follow the steps: 1. Ensure the GPS signal indicator shows all signal bars . 2. Take off and then select TRACK from the flights mode menu. 3. Select the desired altitude (5 – 50 m).
6.10 Flying – Using waypoints Through waypoints you tell the aircraft where to go in sequence. CAUTION Prevent injury Always choose open and spacious outdoor fields, away from crowds. Pay attention to the flight environment and flight altitude. Map Waypoint flight Route planning flight Flight altitude Start Set course point 1. Take off and bring the aircraft into a safe hover position. 2. In the mobile app, tap on the map in the left bottom corner to bring up the waypoints. 3.
6.11 Taking photos and recording video NOTICE Prevent product damage: • Ensure the camera can rotate freely. • Exposure to high temperatures can damage the camera and even cause injury. 6.11.1 Aerial photography tips • Ensure a smooth flight. • Shoot on sunny and breezy days. • Take photos or videos when the drone is in Position Flight Mode. 6.11.2 Adjusting the camera angle For best results, tilt the camera upward or downward when taking photos or videos.
6.11.4 Using gestures to take pictures or record video 1. Bring the aircraft into hover position. 2. Enable Gesture Recognition in the mobile app. Remember • Face the drone camera. • Fly the drone in well-lit environment. • Ensure a strong WiFi signal. • Use gestures when you stay around 2 meters away from the drone camera. Victory gesture (picture) 1. Keep 2 meters from the drone and face the camera. 2. Raise one of your hands in front of you and make a V shape. 3.
6.11.5 MV filming Tap on MV to enter the MV filming mode. Joystick On/ Off Album Turn off MV Mode Filter Image Rotation Photo Video Recorded Time Recording Progress Bar Music Time Image Rotation 1. Tap on to turn on image rotation. 2. Use two fingers to rotate or zoom the image.
7. Maintenance 7.1 Pairing aircraft and remote controller When you replace your remote controller, it is necessary to pair it with the aircraft before you can use it as follows: 1. Switch on the aircraft and the remote controller. 2. Go to the network settings on your mobile device and view available WiFi networks. Take down the serial number of the remote controller: - Controller-xxxxxx (hexadecimal) 3. Connect your mobile device to the Drone-xxxxxx (hexadecimal) network. 4.
7.2.2 Calibrating The calibration procedure comprises two steps: (1) horizontal and (2) vertical calibration. Requirements • Your mobile device is connected to the Drone-xxxxxx (serial number) or Controller-xxxxxx (serial number) network. • Your environment is free from magnetic interference. 1. In your mobile app, tap on ● ● ● to open the menu. 2. Tap on COMPASS CALIBRATION to start calibrating. - The indicator lights on the aircraft alternately flash red and blue. 3.
8. Technical data 8.1 General Transmission frequency range..........................5180 – 5240 MHz, 5745 – 5825 MHz Transmission power..........................................<14 dBm Transmission distance....................................... Remote controller: max. 300 m (line of sight) Wi-Fi: max. 100 m 8.2 Drone Dimension..........................................................148 x 145 x 60 mm (L x W x H) Main rotor diameter...........................................120 mm Function.................
8.4 Flight battery Type...................................................................Li-ion 3S, 11.4 V, 1000 mAh Rated energy.....................................................11.4 Wh Charging time....................................................90 min Weight...............................................................82 g 8.5 Balance charger (for drone battery charging) Input voltage/current..........................................5 V/DC, 2 A Output voltage..................................
10. Declaration of Conformity (DOC) Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Straße 1, D-92240 Hirschau, hereby declares that the UAS “GeNii Super Combo” / “GeNii Mini” is of class C0 and in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU and EU regulations 2019/945 and 2020/1058. Click on the following link to read the full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity: www.conrad.
- The system may fail to locate position when the aircraft flies fast at a low altitude (0.5 meter below). - The surfaces in pure colors (such as pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). - Highly reflective surfaces. - Water bodies or the transparent surfaces. - The surfaces of moving objects (such as the crowds, and bushes or brushwood with strong wind blowing). - The environment where the light changes rapidly.
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