AEE Technology AEEAP900001 User Manual

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Content

Conventions ....................................................................................................................................................................................2

Overview..........................................................................................................................................................................................2

1 Kit Contents ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................2

2 Quadcopter Introduction

Preparations before ight ..............................................................................................................................................................4

1 Preparing Batteries ....................................................................................................................................................................4

1.1 Quadcopter Battery Introduction.........................................................................................................................................................................4

1.3 Quadcopter Battery Installation

1.4 Caution

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2 Preparing the Quadcopter .........................................................................................................................................................6

2.1 Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................................................................6

2.2 Flight Control System

2.3 Flight Indicator

2.4 Install the Camera Frame

2.4.1 Install the Connector and Camera Cage:

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3 Preparing Propellers .................................................................................................................................................................8

3.1 Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................................................................8

3.2 Assembling Propellers

3.3 Disassembling Propellers

3.4 Precautions ........................................................................................................................................................................................................9

4 Preparing the Transmitter ..........................................................................................................................................................9

4.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................................................10

4.2 Status Indicator on Transmitter ........................................................................................................................................................................10

4.3 Powering on the Transmitter.............................................................................................................................................................................11

4.4 Antenna Orientation

4.5 Operating the Transmitter

4.6 Frequency Pairing between Transmitter and Receiver.....................................................................................................................................12

Flight ..............................................................................................................................................................................................12

Flight Environment Requirements ...........................................................................................................................................................................12

Pre-ight Check:

1 Compass Calibration ...............................................................................................................................................................13

1.1 Calibration Procedures ....................................................................................................................................................................................13

1.2 When to Recalibrate

2 Starting / Stopping the Motor .................................................................................................................................................13

2.1 Starting the motor ............................................................................................................................................................................................13

2.2 Stopping the Motors

3 Basic Flight ..............................................................................................................................................................................14

3.1 Basic Flight Procedures....................................................................................................................................................................................14

3.2 Aerial Photography Tips and Tricks (If camera installed already)

4 Failsafe Protections ...............................................................................................................................................................14

4.1 Scenarios when Quadcopter enters Failsafe mode..........................................................................................................................................14

4.2 Failsafe Procedure

4.3 How to regain control during Failsafe Procedures............................................................................................................................................15

5 Low Battery Level Alarm Function ........................................................................................................................................15

Appendix .......................................................................................................................................................................................15

1 Description of Common Indicators ......................................................................................................................................................................15

2 Specications

3 Common Troubleshooting

Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................................................................................................16

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AEE AP9 User Manual

V1.0 2015.3

Please read this " User Manual " carefully before using AP9.

Conventions

Except when specically stated, all AP9 features described in this manual are for Quadcopter Operating Modes.

Warning:

(1) When installing the propellers, rotate the propellers strictly in the lock direction specied by the mark, and DO NOT apply too much force in order to avoid

possible damage.

(2) When removing the propellers, rotate the propellers strictly in the unlock direction specied by the mark, in order to avoid possible damage.

Overview

AP9 is a high-tech electronic product integrating ight control system. Thecamera can be mounted with a camera frame, which helps you easily capture clear and

stable aerial videos and photos.

1 Kit Contents

Before using, please check all items inside the kit box.

No. Name Diagram Quantity Description

1 Quadcopter 1 pcs

2 Propellers

3 Transmitter

GPS

NULL NULL

S3 S4

NRM

NULL

4 pairs

1 pcs

Q45 camera cage

(mounted on

the quadcopter

1 set

before delivery)

5 camera cage

1 set Gopro G3 cameras can be mounted

4 pcs with black nuts;

4 pcs with gray nuts

AEE S50/S51/S60/S71/S70/

OM51S/OM60S/OR60S/OR71S/

S40 and other series of cameras

can be mounted (Camera shall

be purchased separately)

6 Quadcopter Battery

1 pcs Quadcopter power supply

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Quadcopter

Camera Cage

Quadcopter Battery

8 Tools

Charger

1 pcs 100-240V 50/60Hz

1pcs wrench - (for

1 set

disassembling propeller ) and

1pcs screwdriver (for assembling

propeller guard)

9 AA batteries

10 Manuals

11 Lanyard

12 Propeller Guards

13 CD

● Accessories you have received may vary due to different product customizations. Package contents are subject to change without further notice.

4 pcs For Transmitter power supply

1 pcs

1 pcs Transmitter Lanyard

1 set 4 pcs Propeller Guards

1 pcs

Including: AP9 User Manual , AP9

Quick Start Guide,Disclaimer

Possesses relevant AP9 information

(optional)

2 Quadcopter Introduction

Adopting compact integrated design, AP9 provides excellent ight control and aerial photography for outdoor low-altitude or large indoor spaces. You only need to

follow simple installation steps before ight and taking aerial photos. Y

exible operating procedures, stable and reliable performance, AP9 is ideal for amateur or commercial photography.

Transmitter Device Quadcopter External Components Operating Modes

Transmitter with 2 joysticks, multi-channel Power unit (motor &Propeller)

ou can control the quadcopter in real-time fashion with the transmitter . Featuring simple and

Quadcopter Internal

Components

Flight Control System Receiver

ESC (Electronic Speed Control)

Propellers Motor

Figure 1

GPS mode

Normal mode

Transmitter

NULL NULL

NULL

S3 S4

GPS

NRM

Figure2

Battery Level Check button

Battery Level (Segment Display)

Preparations before ight

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Refer to the following for installing components and pre-ight quadcopter check.

1 Preparing Batteries

Ensure all device batteries are fully charged before operating AEE AP9.

Device Power Supply

Transmitter Load 4 AA batteries for power supply. Quadcopter Charge quadcopter batteries for power supply.

The following instructions are for the quadcopter battery.

1.1 Quadcopter Battery Introduction

The quadcopter battery (Figure 3) is a specically designed battery for AP9 with charge and discharge management functionality, with 5300mAh capacity and voltage

of 11.1V. Only use the dedicated quadcopter battery charger (Figure 4) provided by AEE, for charging.

Battery Charger Indicator

Figure3 Figure4

Short press the Battery Level Check button (Figure 5). Battery Level LCD Segment Display displays appropriate battery level. Please fully charge the battery if it is

less than two bars.

Figure 5

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Battery Specications

Type Li-Po Battery

Capacity Charging ambient temperature Discharging ambient temperature Charge / discharge ambient relative humidity

Please carefully read and strictly comply with this manual before use. Users take full responsibility for any problems caused due to failure to follow instructions.

5300mAh 0°C-50°C

-20°C-50°C < 80%

1.2 Charging the Quadcopter battery

(1) Connect the charger to an AC power source (100-240V, 50 / 60Hz). Please use a power adapter, if necessary. (2) While charging, the battery charger indicator turns red. (3) When the battery charger indicator turns green, the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the charger and battery when charging is complete.

Figure 6

1.3 Quadcopter Battery Installation

Push the battery into the battery compartment in the correct direction (Figure 7). After the battery is properly installed, a “click” sound will be heard, indicating that the

battery has been fastened.

An incorrectly installed battery may cause

● Bad contact

● Affect ight safety

● Inability to take off.

Figure 7

1.4 Caution

(1) Do not directly pull out the battery when the Quadcopter is switched on as it may damage the power supply connector. (2) For long term storage, discharge the battery to 40%-50% power, and store in a specied battery box. Discharge/charge the battery once every three months to maintain battery life. (3) Replace the battery after it has been discharged over 300 times. Completely discharge a battery prior to disposal. (4) Replace the battery if your current battery swells up or is damaged in any way, to avoid re and explosion. (5) Do not charge expanded or damaged batteries. (6) Pay attention while charging batteries to prevent accidents. Always charge batteries on a non-ammable surface, and never near any ammable materials. (7) Battery safety is extremely important. Please refer to Disclaimer for more precautions.

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