Mantis G USER MANUAL V1.
CONTENT ................................................................................ 04 ............................................................................. Specifications ......................................................................................... -Aircraft ............................................................................. -Remote Controller ...................................................................... -Mobile Device Control ..................................
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INTRODUCTION Mantis G – the foldable and convenient travel drone for small and big adventures alike. It listens to you thanks to voice control, and the visual tracking will let it follow you wherever you go. Whether you’re backpacking in Thailand, on a road trip through the South or with your family at the beach, Mantis G’s energy-efficient design keeps in the air for up to 33 minutes.
Max Tilt Angle Angle Mode: 30° Manual Mode: 20° Sport mode: 30° IPS Mode: 10° Phone Mode: 30° Max Angular Speed Angle/Manual Mode: 120°/S IPS Mode: 60°/S Phone Mode: 120°/S Sport mode: 200°/S Max Service Ceiling Above Sea Level 16404ft (5000m) Operating Temperature Range 0°C-40°C Satellite Positioning Systems GPS Vertical: Hovering Accuracy Range ±0.3m (Angle/Sport/Phone Mode) ±0.1m (IPS Mode) Horizontal: ±0.5m (Angle/Sport/Phone Mode) ±0.
Controllable Range (Pitch) between -90°and +20° Image Sensor 1/3.06 inch CMOS Effective Pixels 13M Pixels Video Stabilization EIS 2-axis stabilized SD Card Capacity CLASS 10 U1/U3 16G Operation Modes Photo, Video Auto/Manual AE; Auto by default ISO 100-3200 (100 by default) Electronic Shutter 8s-1/8000s (1/60 by default) (for photo mode) 1/30s-1/8000s (1/30 by default) (for video mode) Exposure Values 0, ±0.5, ±1.0, ±1.5, ±2.0, ±2.5, ±3.
OVERVIEW 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 Aircraft 05 USB Type-C 06 Micro SD Card Slot 07 Camera 01 Propellers 02 Power Button 03 Battery 04 Battery Lock 01 02 03 04 05 06 08 09 07 10 11 12 13 Remote Controller 01 Phone Holder 02 Short press the left joystick: Customizable Joystick 03 Short press the right joystick: Brake 04 Control Sticks 05 RTH Button 06 Power Button 07 Mode Switch 07 08 Camera Custom Settings Slider 09 Photo Button 10 Standard USB Port 11 USB Type-C 12 Video Recording Button 13 Cam
CHARGING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER Use USB Type-C to charge, approx. 2.5 hours. PREPARING THE AIRCRAFT STEP 2: Unfold the Front Arms STEP 1: Unfold the Rear Arms NOTICE: All arms and propellers must be unfolded before powering on. NOTICE: To fold the Mantis G reverse the unfolding instructions. CHARGING THE FLIGHT BATTERY STEP 1: Press the battery locking button and remove the battery. 2 STEP 2: Plug the flight battery to the supplied charger as shown below.
STEP 3: Push the flight battery into the aircraft until hearing a 'click'. SD CARD INSTALLATION NOTICE: Before using the Mantis G, a Micro SD card should be inserted into the camera. NOTICE: Do not move the Micro SD card from the Mantis G when it is shooting. STEP 1: Slide the memory card into the card slot according to the direction of the arrow. STEP 2: When fully inserted, the card clicks into place.
Power on the Mantis G Power on the controller Scan the QR code and download the App NOTICE: If the all LED blinks white quickly and gives warning alarm, the initialization has failed. The aircraft needs to be powered on again. To power off the aircraft, press and hold the power button until the aircraft emits a falling tune. BINDING PROCEDURES 1. Scan the QR Code NOTICE: Please turn on the WiFi of your smart phone before scanning the QR code.
2. Manual Connection Method A: Binding the Remote Control to the Aircraft Launch Yuneec Pilot app, and follow on screen instructions to connect controller to the aircraft. Step 1: Press the “DISCONNECTED” button. Step 2: Select the “Remote Controller” option. Step 3: Follow instructions on the app, and tap the “Next” button. 1 2 3 Step 4: Follow instructions on the app, and tap the “Next” button again. Step 5: Tap “Manual Connection” option, and the system will jump to the next page.
Step 1: Press the “DISCONNECTED” button. Step 2: Select the “Mobile phone” option. Step 3: Follow instructions on the app, and tap the “Next” button. 1 2 3 Step 4: Tap “Manual Connection” option, and the system will jump to the next page. Step 5: Then wait for the Wi-Fi of the aircraft appears on the screen (the Wi-Fi name starts with "Mantis"). Tap the corresponding Wi-Fi and input the password to complete the connection (The password can be found on the aircraft QR Code Sticker).
Step 1: Press the “START” button, and rotate the drone as the animations shown in the App. DEVICE CONNECTED DEVICE CONNECTED COMPASS CALIBRATION COMPASS CALIBRATION Rotate the drone horizontally for a few seconds until you hear two beeps Do not calibrate compass inside parking structures, or near large metallic objects! START 1 2 3 Step 2: Raise the drone and rotate the drone as the animations shown in the App.
PLACEMENT BEFORE TAKEOFF 1. Outdoor Flying WARNING: If you operate the Mantis G outside, please always place it in open areas (approximately 10000 square feet/930 square meters or more) that are free from people, vehicles, trees and other obstructions. Never fly near or above crowds, airports or buildings. Never attempt to operate Mantis G nearby tall buildings/obstructions that do not offer a clear view of the sky ( a minimum clearance of 100° ).
DIRECTION CONTROL Move the control sticks as below to control the direction of the Mantis G. The default flight control is known as Mode 2. Up Forward Down Back Left Stick Rotate Left Right Stick Rotate Right Left Right OPTIMAL TRANSMISSION RANGE The signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable when the antennas are positioned in relation to the aircraft as below.
TAKING PHOTOS AND RECORDING VIDEOS The remote controller seamlessly integrates control of the camera, so you can easily pan left and right, take still photos and start/stop video recording using the corresponding buttons located on top. To Take A Still Photo Press the Photo Button [ ] on the right side of the remote controller, or tap the photo taking icon in the App to take a photo. You'll hear an audible ‘shutter’ sound from the smart phone.
Step 4: You can say commands to activate the voice control function. When your voice command is detected by the system, the microphone icon will turn from [ ] to [ ]. and the aircraft can perform your commands. DEVICE CONNECTED ISO NOTICE: If your voice command is not detected by the system in one minute, the voice control function will go into standby mode. You need to wake it up again.
FLIGHT MODES Angle Mode When the Mode Switch is in the left position, the aircraft is in Angle Mode.Angle mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. The aircraft utilizes GPS to locate itself, stabilize, and navigate between obstacles. The advanced functions such as Visual Tracking, POI, other supported applications. are enabled in this mode.The maximum flight attitude angle is 30 ° and the maximum flight speed is 13.4mph ( 21.6km/h ).
POI POI function allows the pilot to select a subject they would like to orbit and have Mantis G orbit that subject autonomously.Tap [ ] on the left column of the screen and choose the POI function. Fly the aircraft to a desired point of interest, move the slider bar on the right side of the screen to set the distance and velocity under the POI function. Tap the “Start” icon, then that desired point will be marked as the center point for orbit.
Smart RTH If the GPS signal is sufficiently strong, Smart RTH can be used to bring the aircraft back to the Home Point. Smart RTH is initiated either by tapping [ ] icon in the App or by pressing and holding the RTH button on the remote controller. Low Battery RTH Tap the Setting icon [ ] on the top right corner of the screen, and then touch the aircraft icon [ ].
LED Status Indication The color of the icon indicates the color of the LED. indicates the LED flashing rapidly. Front Arms LED indicates the LED flashing slowly. indicates the LED solid on.
FIRMWARE UPDATE NOTICE: When you connect the aircraft or remote controller to the app, you will be notified if a new firmware update is available. To start updating, connect your smart device to the Internet and follow on-screen instructions. Note that you cannot update the firmware if the remote controller is not linked to the aircraft. Follow the instructions below to update the firmware: STEP 1: Tap the setting icon [ ] and select [ ]. STEP 2: Touch “Software Updates” option to proceed.
(e.g. high voltage lines, electricity/ transformer stations, radio towers, mobile phone masts etc.), a strong wireless signal environment, no-fly zones, poor visibility and in the event of vision impairments or other impacts on the pilot which are left unchecked etc; Damage and/or injury brought about through a violation of the legal regulations for operating the model, in unsuitable weather conditions, e.g.
you assume all risks associated with LiPo batteries. If you do not agree with these conditions please return the complete product in new, unused condition to the place of purchase immediately. You must always charge the LiPo battery in a safe, well-ventilated area away from flammable materials. Never charge the LiPo battery unattended at any time.
limited to, damaged propellers/rotor blades, old batteries, etc. Never operate your aircraft in poor or severe weather conditions including heavy winds, precipitation, lightning, etc. Always begin to operate your aircraft with a fully charged battery. Always land as soon as possible after the first level low voltage battery warning or land immediately after the second level low voltage battery warning.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment RF Exposure Warning This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment .
For Mantis Q Remote Controller FCC warnings: FCC Statement: Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Customer Service Manufacturer: 昆山优尼电能运动科技有限公司 （ Yuneec International (China) Co., Ltd. ） Address: No.388 East Zhengwei Road, Jinxi Town, Kunshan, Jiangsu 215324, China Distributor: CN: Shanghai Yuneec Digi- Tech Co., Limited Address: 6F, CaoHeJing Kehui Tower, No.1188, Qinzhou North Road, XuHui District, China Tel.: +86 400 8207 506 saleschina@yuneec.com HK: Yuneec HK Address: Unit 2301, 23/F, 9 Chong Yip Street，Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China Tel.: 0512-50121243 hkcs@yuneec.
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