Xcraft X PlusOne Platinum User Manual

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Operating

and Maintenance Manual

© 2016, xCraft Enterprises, LLC. All Rights Reserved

www.xcraft.io

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xCraft Support

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X PlusOne Operation Manual
©2016 xCraft Enterprises
X PlusOne is a trademark of xCraft Enterprises

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Trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc.

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Intro

Dear xCraft Pilot 5
Attention 6
Safety and Compliance 6

1-X PlusOne 7

2-Transmitter 10

Controls 11
Modes 12

3-LED Light Combos 12

Internal PixFalcon
Safety Switch

4-Software 13

Telemetry Module
Updates

5-Battery 14

Warning
Battery Charging
Battery Storage

6-Accessories 15

Gimbal 15
Gimbal Board Programmer 16
Fixed Mount 16
FPV 16
FPV Power 16
Cable 16
Mounting Case 17
Monitor 17
Goggles 17
Battery Monitor 17
Propellers 18

7-Support 18

8-Maintenance 19

Calibration 19
Center of Gravity 19
Propellers 20
Non-Serviceable Components 20
Serviceable Components 20
Inspections 21

9-Troubleshooting 22

10-FAQ 22

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11-Appendix 25

Specs 25
Notices and Warnings 25
Legal Terms and Conditions 27
Regulatory Compliance 29
FCC Compliance 29

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Dear xCraft Pilot,

Please note that while the enclosed information is valid at the time of shipping, it is important to check

all of the appropriate and up to date legal and nonlegal information on our website: xcraft.io

Please remember to register your X PlusOne at:

https://www.faa.gov/uas/registration/

Before you fly it is a good idea to read up on the regulations in your area at:

http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/

Sincerely,

Team xCraft

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ATTENTION!

Prior to assembly and/or operation of this X PlusOne you must fully read and comply with all instructions and warnings
contained in the Operation and Maintenance Manual or any other manual or documentation accompanying this X PlusOne
product.

You must operate this X PlusOne safely, responsibly, and in accordance with any and all applicable rules, laws and
regulations as well as all checklists, emergency procedures and all other instructions contained in the Operating and
Maintenance Manual and any other manuals or documentation that accompany this X PlusOne product.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE X PLUSONE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL OR ANY OTHER
MANUALS OR DOCUMENTATION THAT ACCOMPANY THIS PRODUCT WILL RESULT IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY
CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL TO BECOME VOID.

ADDITIONALLY, THE LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WILL
BECOME VOID IF YOU FAIL TO COMPLY WITH SPECIFIC NOTES OR WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING
MAINTENANCE MANUAL, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: ANY FAILURE TO CONDUCT PREFLIGHT OR OTHER
PERIODIC INSPECTIONS; SUBJECTING THE X PLUSONE TO ANYTHING BEYOND ORDINARY AND INTENDED
USE; MODIFYING THE X PLUSONE OR ITS SOFTWARE; OR USE OF THE X PLUSONE IN VIOLATION OF ANY
APPLICABLE LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL RULES, LAWS OR REGULATIONS.

Sincerely,

Team xCraft

Safety and Compliance

WARNING!

This X PlusOne unit can be dangerous. Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before using the X PlusOne, and ensure that basic safety
precautions are always followed during operation of the X PlusOne. Failure to do so can result in damage to the product or personal property and cause
serious injury. This is a sophisticated product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure
to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for
use by children without direct adult supervision. DO NOT use incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the documents
provided by xCraft Enterprises. This Operating and Maintenance Manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to
read and follow all of the instructions and warnings in the X PlusOne user manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate the product
correctly and avoid damage or serious injury. If situations occur that are not specifically covered in this Operating and Maintenance Manual (this
“Manual”), use care and good judgement.

Operators of the X PlusOne agree to operate the X PlusOne safely, responsibly and only for authorized and lawful
purposes. Operators of the X PlusOne are solely responsible for complying with, and by using this X PlusOne unit each
operator represents that it has read and agrees to comply with:

All instructions, warnings and terms and conditions on the X PlusOne unit and in this Manual and any other manuals or documentation that accompany
the X PlusOne, the remote control unit (if applicable) and any other accessory included with this x PlusOne unit (if applicable);
All checklists, emergency procedures, and preflight inspections and periodic inspections and maintenance as indicated in this Manual; and
Any and all applicable governmental and administrative laws, rules, regulations, guidelines and flight restrictions, whether federal, state, local or
international, including, without limitation, any and all applicable aviation, communication, data protection, safety, and privacy laws.
This manual and the legal terms and conditions contained in this Manual are subject to change at any time without prior notice – please refer to
www.xcraft.io for the latest version.

SAFETY

Always keep the X PlusOne in a visual line of sight.
Do not fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Do not fly indoors.
Do not fly at night.
Always fly outside in clear, open areas away from any people, houses, vehicles, buildings, power lines, trees, etc.
Do not fly over or near property owned by governmental entities or other individuals without their express permission.
Do not fly near international borders.
Do not fly in bad weather conditions such as rain, snow, high winds, or fog.
Take flying lessons, and practice flying often.

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1. X PlusOne

The X PlusOne is an extremely powerful machine. This hybrid VTOL craft combines the precision of a
quadcopter with the speed and endurance of a fixed wing aircraft. Perform autonomous missions,
Return-to-Land, Loiter, and Follow-me all while racing at 60 MPH and capturing footage with a GoPro
camera.

①

② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑦

⑥

⑦

⑥

Motor Mount

⑦

Landing Gear

⑧

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GPS/Compass(Ai Only)

⑨

!Battery Compartment

⑩

!Nosecone

⑧

⑨

⑩

①

Wing

②

Pylons

③

Spinner

④

Propeller

⑤

Motor

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Top
Bottom

Left Motor

Right Motor

GPS/Compass

Battery Compartment

Safety Switch
FPV Antenna

External USB

Telemetry Antenna

Nose

Top Motor

Bottom Motor

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Side

Above

Top Pylon

Bottom
Pylon