TRA7970 Traxxas Aton 2-Axis Gimbal-Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT: Consult local laws and ordinances before installing and operating any type of
photograph-capable or video recording device on the Āton.
WARNING: To prevent radio interference and loss of control, always disable Wi-Fi on your
GoPro® or other action camera* (if so equipped) BEFORE flying the Āton.
Gimbal and Camera Installation
1. Route the gimbal wiring harness through the mounting bracket (A).
2. Plug the harness into the power port on the bottom of the helicopter (B).
3. Attach the mounting bracket to the front landing gear by aligning the tabs. Slide the
bracket toward the rear of the helicopter until the tabs snap into place (C).
4. Press the lock to release the camera frame from the gimbal base (D).
5. Slide the camera* into the frame (E).
6. Reinstall the frame onto the gimbal by inserting the tab into the slot on the gimbal base
(F) and pressing on the frame until the lock snaps into place (G).
Gimbal Operation
1. Place the model on a level surface in the center of your flying area with the Status Bar
facing you (nose out). Select a flying location with a clear, unobstructed view of the sky.
2. Connect the battery to the model. The model and the gimbal are now powered on. The
helicopter will sound an ascending tone indicating that the flight system is ready.
3. The status LED on the bottom of the gimbal base (H) will light solid red as the gimbal
initializes and sets to its default neutral position.
4. Once the status LED turns solid green, the gimbal is ready for normal operation and flight.
Aiming the camera (changing the pitch angle)
1. Press the SET button on the bottom of the gimbal base (H).
2. The status LED will flash green. Within 3 seconds, aim the camera by manually rotating the
camera up or down to set a new pitch angle.
3. Hold the camera at the chosen pitch angle until the status LED turns solid green. The
gimbal is now ready for normal operation and flight at the new pitch angle.
IMPORTANT: The gimbal is intended to be used in the Āton’s Film Mode. Using the gimbal
in Sport (Fast) Mode or Expert Mode with agressive flight will force the gimbal to operate
beyond its mechanical limits. This will cause the gimbal to malfunction and could result in
damage to the gimbal and the attached camera.
Warranty Information
Traxxas electronic components are warranted to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 30 days from the date of purchase.
Limitations: Any and all warranty coverage does not cover replacement of parts and
components damaged by abuse, neglect, improper or unreasonable use, water or excessive
moisture, chemical damage, improper or infrequent maintenance, accident, unauthorized
alteration or modification or items that are considered consumable. Traxxas will not pay for
the cost of shipping or transportation of a defective component to us. This warranty is limited
to the gimbal only and does not cover batteries, vehicles, and other accessories used in
conjunction with the gimbal.
Traxxas Lifetime Electronics Warranty
After the expiration date of the warranty period, Traxxas will repair electronic components
for a flat rate. Please visit Traxxas.com/support for a current schedule of warranty costs and
fees. The covered repairs are limited to non-mechanical components that have NOT been
subjected to abuse, misuse, or neglect. Products damaged by intentional abuse, misuse, or
neglect may be subject to additional charges.
FCC Compliance
This device contains a module that complies with the limits for a Class B digital
device as described in 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.
The limits for a Class B digital device are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in residential settings. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and, if not operated in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
The user is cautioned that changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Canada, Industry Canada (IC)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. This device
complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: This device may not cause interference, and this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with radio frequency exposure limits set forth by FCC and Industry
Canada for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body or bystanders
and must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
CE Compliance for Users in the European Union
WEEE Compliance:
Please help the environment by disposing of your product responsibly
at the end of its life. The wheeled bin symbol indicates that this product
should not be disposed of in your household waste containers. Instead, the product should
be disposed of by using a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical
and electronic equipment. The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
(2002/96/EC) requires that the best available recycling techniques be employed to minimize
the impact on the environment.
Recycling electronics helps by keeping harmful chemicals out of the environment, and also
saves money by reusing precious metals. Remove any batteries and dispose of them and the
product at your local authority’s recycling facility. For more information about where you
can drop o your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city oce, your
household waste disposal service or the location where you purchased this product.
Declaration of Conformity for R&TTE Directive
In accordance with IEC 17050-1
This is to certify that the following products conform to the requirements of the R&TTE
Directive 99/5/EC and that all essential test suites have been carried out.
Product: Āton 2-Axis Gimbal (7970)
Standards applied:
EN 55014-1:2006+A1:2009+A2:2011
EN 55014-2:1997+A1:2001+A2:2008
Signed: ____________________________ Date: ___________________
Traxxas, L.P., 6250 Traxxas Way, McKinney, TX 75070
THIS MODEL IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 14 WITHOUT THE
SUPERVISION OF A RESPONSIBLE ADULT.
WARNING!
POTENTIAL CHOKING HAZARD! KEEP THIS MODEL, ITS TRANSMITTER, AND
EXTRA EQUIPMENT OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE!
2-Axis Gimbal Instructions
Designed for use with GoPro
®
Hero3, Hero3+, and Hero4 digital action cameras*
TRAXXAS.com
Traxxas, 6250 Traxxas Way, McKinney, TX 75070, Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone], e-mail: [e-mail]
KC2327-R02 Rev 151231
Covers Part #7970
*Camera not included
If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at
1-888-TRAXXAS
(1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only)
GoPro is a registered trademark of GoPro, Inc.
LED Color / Pattern Name
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R
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G
Solid green Normal Operating Mode
Solid red Initialization
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R
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G
G
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Flashing green Pitch Angle Detection
GIMBAL LED CODES
B
C
Bottom
View of
Mounting
Bracket
Tabs
Tabs
A
Black
Red
H
Status LED
SET button
D
E
Lock
Camera*
Gimbal base
F
Tab Slot
G
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R
R
G