Estes Proto-X Vid Quick Start Manual

Estes-Cox Corp.

1295 H Street, PO Box 227

Penrose, CO 81240-0227

Made In Dongguan, Guangdong,

China

Battery Requirements for Controller: Requires: 2 x 1.5V AAA size batteries (not included)
Requirements for USB Charge Cord: USB Output Jack (not included)

• Do not turn on Proto-X Vid unless controller has been turned on  rst.

• Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from spinning blades.

• Turn off controller and Proto-X Vid when not in use.

• Parental guidance is recommended.

• Do not submerge into water. This could damage electronic assemblies.

• Follow operating instructions exactly.

• Not intended for children under 12 years old.

• Replace any damaged or broken parts before attempting to  y.

• Do not drop the Proto-X Vid by suddenly reducing the throttle.
This could lead to severe damage.

• The Proto-X Vid’s range will also be affected if the battery is not fully charged.

• Do not touch the motors after  ying. They can become hot.

CAUTION: Changes or modi cations to this product not expressly approved by

the party responsible for compliance may void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

Do not touch the spinning blades or  y over another person’s head.
Adult supervision is required.

Contents

The Proto-X Vid is equipped with a rechargeable 3.7V LiPo battery.
Please pay attention to the following cautions for safe use:

• The battery in the Proto-X Vid is not replaceable.

• Parental guidance is recommended when installing batteries.

• Do not power controller by mixing different types of batteries, or old and
new batteries.

• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as those recommended.

• Do not dispose of battery into  re or heat.

• Do not use or leave battery near a heat source, such as  re or a heater.

• Do not strike battery or throw it against a hard surface.

• Do not pierce battery.

• Do not disassemble or alter battery.

• Turn off power switch after use.

• Recycle used batteries.

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GET READY TO FLY

1

2

LED

The Proto-X Vid must be
powered off before charging.

3

ON OFF

4

MEMORY

CARD

Insert & remove the memory card when
the power is Off.

Turn the Proto X Vid Off or On by holding
the power switch on for 2 seconds.

VIDEO

5

PICTURE

RED
CAMERA
LED

Make sure that the throttle is
at its lowest position before
turning on the controller.

POWER

SWITCH

BLUE

CAMERA

LED

Plug the charger into a USB port and the Proto-X Vid as shown.
(The battery connector will only  t in one way. Do not force the
connectors together.)

The red LED will light when charging.
The red LED will shut off once the charge is complete.

NEVER leave the Proto-X Vid unattended when charging.
DO NOT allow the USB port to power down when connected to the Proto-X Vid.
ALWAYS unplug the Proto-X Vid when charging is complete.

Start or stop the video by pushing down on the left stick for 2 seconds.
All three red LEDS will  ash while the video is being recorded.
NOTE: The video must be stopped before the Proto X Vid is turned off.

To take a picture, push down on the right stick for 2 seconds.
The rear red LEDs will  ash once.
Blue Camera LED  ashing: Memory card is not installed.

LANDING SAFELY

When the battery voltage begins to run low, the LEDs will begin
to  ash. It is time to land before the built-in low voltage cut off
reduces power to the motors.

HOW TO FLY

UP

UP

LEFT

RIGHT

CORRECTING DRIFT

It is normal for the Proto-X Vid to drift slightly. However, if it drifts
in any direction consistently press the trim button opposite the
movement as many times as needed to eliminate the drift.

LEFT

DOWN

FORWARD

ROTATE

LEFT

BACKWARD

RIGHT

ROTATE
RIGHT

ROTATE

LEFT

DOWN

ROTATE

RIGHT

PERFORMING AERIAL FLIPS

PUSH

First, push the left stick. You will hear continuous beeps. Next, move
the right stick any direction and the Proto-X Vid will  ip that direction.

FORWARD

BACKWARD

LEFT TRIM

RIGHT TRIM

LEFT TRIM

FORWARD TRIM

FORWARD TRIM

BACKWARD TRIM

BACKWARD TRIM

CALIBRATING THE SENSORS

If the Proto-X Vid doesn’t trim well, recalibrate the sensors.

1. Turn on the controller and the Proto-X Vid.

Place the Proto-X Vid on a  at surface.

2.

Hold the left stick to the lower right. At
the same time, quickly move the right
stick left and right several times until
the blue LEDs  ash.

RIGHT TRIM

TRANSMITTER CONTROLS

The Proto-X Vid has three fl ight

modes. For gentle control, use

the easy mode, for increased

agility, use medium or expert.

MODE

LED

EASY Solid Green 1

MEDIUM Flash Green 2

EXPERT Flash Red 3

BEEPS

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM: Controller cannot be linked to the Proto-X Vid.
SOLUTION: Throttle position needs to be at zero.

PROBLEM: Controller LED  ashing after linking.
SOLUTION: Replace batteries.

FCC STATEMENT AND INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:

1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. 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.

2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Remark: This device is in accordance with the digital device grade B limitation
and the 15th regulation of FCC. This limitation requires reasonable anti-interference
protection around the residence. The device can transmit radio wave during use and

PROBLEM: Proto-X Vid shaking.
SOLUTION: Check if the canopy, chassis and blades are damaged. Replace if needed.

PROBLEM: Will not take off.
SOLUTION: Check that the blades are properly installed. Replace if needed.

REPLACEMENT BLADES

FRONT
Gray Blades, Blue LEDs

REAR
Black Blades, Red LEDs

can interrupt the mobile communication without proper installment. Interruption will
occur for special device. If the device do interrupt the radio or television, please turn
the device off then turn it on to adjust. Below are some resolution for your reference:

• Move the receiving antenna

• Enlarge the distance between the device and receiver

• Try to not connect the device and the receiver on the same circuit

• Ask for professional help from experts

3.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions

from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.

FCC ID: M45-46066

Match the blade

to the motor.

90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE STORE – Estes will repair
or replace factory defects for 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty
speci cally does not cover crash damage, misuse or abuse. To make a warranty
claim, please contact our product support team at 1-217-398-8970 or e-mail us at
[e-mail]

If requested by Product Support, please send defective product to:
Hobby Services, 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1, Champaign, IL 61822

This warranty applies only if the product is operated in compliance with the
instructions and warnings provided with each model. Estes assumes no liability
except for the exclusive remedy or repair of parts as speci ed above. Estes shall
not be liable for consequential or incidental damages. Some states do not allow the
exclusion of consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you speci c legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.

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