Chasing DORY User Manual

Everyday Underwater Exploration

User Manual

V2.0

Disclaimer

Thank you for purchasing the CHASING DORY underwater drone. Please read
this entire document carefully before using the drone. By using this product, you
hereby signify that you have read this disclaimer and all instructions carefully
and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions herein.

CHASING DORY is a small five thruster underwater drone used for real-time
observation, exploration, photography, and video capture. Chasing accepts
no liability for damage, injury, or any legal responsibility incurred directly
or indirectly from the use of CHASING DORY in the following conditions:

01. Damage(s) or injuries incurred when users are drunk, taking drugs, drug anesthesia,
dizziness, fatigue, nausea and any other conditions no matter physically or mentally
that could impair your ability.

02. Damage(s) or injuries caused by subjective intentional operations.

03. Any mental overcompensation caused by accident.

04. Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate.

05. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-Chasing accessories and
parts, or unauthorized modification, disassembly, or shell opening not in accordance
with official instructions.

06. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third-party products or fake Chasing products.

07. Damage(s) or injuries caused by misoperation or subjective misjudgment.

08. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging.

09. Damage(s) or injuries caused by operating the unit with a low battery alert.

10. Damage(s) or injuries caused by operating the drone out of maximum safe range
and depth.

11. Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly operating the product in abnormal
conditions (such as the assembly is not completed, or the main components have
obvious faults, obvious defect or missing accessories).

12. Damage(s) or injuries caused by operating the drone in a sensitive zone such as a
military area or private waters without official permission.

13. Damage or injury caused by using in bad water conditions (such as high winds, or
turbid zone).

14. Damage or injury caused by uncontrollable external factors, including severe collision,
tidal wave. swallowed by animal.

15. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, photo or video
material recorded by the use of the CHASING DORY.

16. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of Chasing's liability.

Drone

CHASING DORY is a small five thruster underwater drone used for real-time
observation, exploration, photography, and video capture. The drone can move
up and down vertically and can tilt ±45°. It can dive up to 50 meters (49ft) and
has a high-definition camera for shooting photos and videos. The drone is easy
to operate and its small size allows it to be carried in a single backpack. It has a
battery life of approximately 1 hour. Whether you're diving, fishing, taking
underwater photography, or yachting, the CHASING DORY is your best choice.

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3
4

2
1
2

1. camera

2. LED lights

3. flash light

4. thrusters

5. drain hole / vent hole

6. tether / charging socket

4

4
6

4

Wi-Fi Buoy

The function of the buoy is to provide Wi-Fi signal, so that the mobile phone
can connect with the drone through Wi-Fi, making it possible to control the
drone in real time.

1

2

1. flash light

2. tether socket

Tether

The tether is used to connect the drone and buoy.

2

1. tether connectors

2. tether

1
1

Installation & Connection

1

Download CHASING DORY App

Scan QR code or visit iOS App store /
Google Play to download.
(iOS 9.0 / Android 5.0 and above)

2

Connect Drone and Wi-Fi Buoy

Insert one end of the tether into
the drone and the other end into
the Wi-Fi buoy. Securely hand­tighten both coupling bolts.

Note: Check the O-rings on the
tether connectors. If they are
missing or damaged, please
replace them. Make sure the
tether connectors are dry before
connecting.

3

Booting Up

Once the Dory and the Wi-Fi buoy are connected, the LED lights on the drone
will flash and you will hear two self-test sounds. A flashing green light will indicate
that both the Dory and Wi-Fi buoy are powered on.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi

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Settings

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4

Wi-Fi Connection

On your mobile device, go to
Wi-Fi settings.

and enter password 12345678.

5

Registration&Login

When you open the CHASING
DORY App for the first time,
please follow the interface
prompts to register for an
account and log in to the App.
A network connection is required
during the registration and
login process.

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Login

Regist

Connected

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Device Media

6

CHASING DORY App Tutorial

Open the App, when you see "connected" on the bottom left corner, click "start"
on the right. Now you will see the main App interface (below). Click the power
button to unlock the drone and use the virtual joy stick on screen to control the
drone's movement.

BACK Wi-Fi SIGNAL

LED
LIGHTS

Tilt Up

Tilt Down

TAKE PHOTO

RECORD VIDEO

LIVE STREAMING

SETTINGS

BATTERY

depth temperature

Note: 1. Do not start the Dory motors while out of the water. Doing this can seize the motors.

2. For better user experience, we are constantly updating software interface & features.

low speed mode high speed modelock/unlock

Photo & Video Download

1

Once the drone and buoy
are connected, open
CHASING DORY App and
click on "Media"

Media

2

1/11

Find the video / photo you
wish to download.
Click the download button
to save it directly to your
phone / tablet.

Navigation

The CHASING DORY has 8 states: ascending, decending, left turn, right turn,
forward, backward, lowering the head, and lifting the head. See details below
on how to use the virtual controller to navigate.

Flight Direction

Asceding /
Decending

Turn left /

right

Forward /
Backward

American Hand

left virtual joystick,

move up and down

left virtual joystick,

move left and right

right virtual joystick,

move up and down

Japanese Hand

right virtual joystick,

move up and down

left virtual joystick,

move left and right

left virtual joystick,

move up and down

Virtual Controller

options to

customize

options to

customize

options to

customize

Flight Direction

Lowering the
head / Lifting

the head

Note: The default mode is Japanese hand. You can switch to American hand or customize

settings in the app.

Tilt up /

Tilt down

Japanese Hand

Tilt up /

Tilt down

Virtual ControllerAmerican Hand

Charging Guidelines

Power adapter indicator light:

A solid red light indicates normal charging
is in process. A solid green light indicates a
complete charge. After charging, please
unplug the power adapter.

Note: Wi-Fi buoy does not have a battery and
requires no charging. Please DO NOT charge the
Wi-Fi buoy.

Specifications

DRONE

SIZE

WEIGHT

MAX DEPTH

MAX SPEED

RUNTIME

BATTERY CYCLE LIFE

247*188*92mm

1.1kg

15m

1.5kn

60min

≥300times

BUOY

SIZE

WEIGHT

STORAGE

MAX WiFi DISTANCE

CHARGER

POWER
CHARGING TIME

130*130*88mm

160g

16G

15m

12.6V 1.8A
3 hours

CAMERA

CMOS
LENS
FOCUS
ISO RANGE
FOV
MAX RESOLUTION
FORMAT
VIDEO
VIDEO STREAM
VIDEO FORMAT

Note: Charging time varies by environmental factors, actual results will vary.

1/2.9-inch
f/1.6
4mm
100-3200
100°
2M (1920*1080)
JPEG
FHD: 1920*1080 30FPS
4M
MP4

SENSOR

IMU

DEPTH SENSOR
TEMPERATURE SENSOR

LED

BRIGHTNESS
COLOR TEMPERATURE
CRI

Precautions

1

Navigation Safety

15m

3 axis gyro
accelerometer
compass
≤±0.5m
≤±2℃

2*250 Lumens
4500K-5000K
80

Open sea

navigation

2

Do not run out of

batter y power

Suggested to use

in calm waters

Battery Protection

For best results dive
in clear waters, avoid
heavy seaweed areas.

Charge i t when the

power is less than 25%

Note:Fully discharge every 3 months.

No dense radio
or radar signals

When no t in use,

keep batte ry power

at 50% - 70%

Do not dive

more than 15m

Working te mperature

-10 °C ~ 60 °C

( 14°F-140°F )

The buoy’s Wi-Fi range is 15
meters. If distance between
Wi-Fi buoy and phone
exceeds this distance, the
connection will be lost.

3

Others

When not in use, do not

expose the drone to sunlight.

Store it in a cool dry place

or in the protective case

Children must use

product under

adult supervision

Before use, check for

water on the tether

connectors. If present,

wipe with a towel.

After ea ch use please

wash the motor an d

propeller s with cl ean

water.

Others

1. Do not turn on the LED lights before entering the water.

2. Rusted screws should be replaced immediately.

3. After each use, dry the connectors on drone, buoy and tether with absorbent towel.

4. Do not place heavy objects on drone or tether to avoid possible damage.

5. When not in use, do not expose the drone to sunlight. Store it in a cool place or in
the protective case.

6. Do not run drone motors out of water for more than two mintues to avoid wearing
out thrusters.

Support

If you have any questions, please contact [e-mail].
You can also join the Official Chasing Dor y Owners Group on Facebook for
official news and app update notifications.

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