XDynamics EVOLVE User Manual
USER MANUAL v1.0
2019.01
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
WHAT IS IN THE DOCUMENT
To get you started quickly by creating an XDynamics account and ensure the Evolve Ground Station and aircraft can
connect to our server to download any latest updates and register your product before your rst ight.
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LEGEND
Within this manual the following Legends are used:
Safety Warning
Important
User Hints and Tips
Reference
SECURITY DISCLAIMER
Security of information for aircraft products has become a major concern for UAS operators that do not wish for their ight
information and collected imagery to be accessed by outside entities or governments. Most leading aircraft manufacturers
do not have the ability to secure this type of information. A typical consumer aircraft sends all the metadata information,
such as aircraft position history and copies of all video and photography les, to unsecured cloud accounts. Some
aircraft manufacturers require the operator/owner of the aircraft to create an online cloud account before the aircraft
can be activated. This cloud account downloads all the information and history from the aircraft every time the system
is connected to the internet or when a rmware update is performed regardless of whether the operator/owner gives
consent. This raises serious security concerns for UAS operators that y their aircrafts near secure and sensitive locations,
such as military installations and airports.
REQUIREMENTS BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT
Read the following information before using the Evolve
1. Evolve User Manual
2. Quick Start Guide
PRODUCT SUPPORT
Store Website
Please visit the y safe page and download information related to the Evolve here -
https://store.xdynamics.com/y-safe/
Support Website
Find more information, tips, and troubleshooting and browse our comprehensive articles at -
https://store.xdynamics.com/support/
XDynamics uniquely offers secure aircraft products not available by many other aircraft manufactures. We understand the
need for secure aircraft systems and will never download secured or private metadata information without the consent of
our customers. XDynamics believes in guarding our customers privacy and will continue to strive for more secure aircraft
products in the future.
Tutorials
Browse our tutorials at -
https://store.xdynamics.com/tutorials/
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DISCLAIMER AND WARNING
This product is not a toy, and should only be operated by persons over the age of 18. Please keep it out of reach
of children, and pay particular attention to the possible scenarios of children’s unexpected appearance during ight
operation. It is highly recommended that any pilot using this product have a Small Unmanned aircraft Systems‘ Remote
Pilot Airman Certicate.
Be sure to read this document carefully before using the product to fully understand your legal rights, responsibilities and
safety instructions. Failure to do so, may cause property damage, safety accidents and personal safety risks. Once this
product is used, it is deemed that you have understood, recognized and have accepted all the terms and conditions of this
statement. The user is responsible for all the consequences of his/her actions and consequences. The user agrees to use
the product for his/her sole & legal purpose, and agrees with the terms & conditions of this agreement, and other relevant
policies & guidelines that may be specied by XDynamics LLC.
Under the maximum permission by law and approved circumstances, XDynamics LLC is exempt of liability for any indirect,
punitive, consequential, special or criminal damages, including the purchase cost, or for loss of income due to the loss of
use of the aircraft.
*XDynamics LLC is exempt from the user‘s liabilities for damage(s) to person/s or property, or injuries incurred directly or indirectly
from the use of this produc t in the following conditions:
INTELLIGENT FLIGHT BATTERY SAFETY GUIDELINES
All instructions and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of XDynamics LLC. For up-to-
date product information, visit http://www.xdynamics.com and click on the product page for this product.
Read the ENTIRE user manual to become familiar with the features of this product before operating. Failure to operate
the product correctly can result in damage to the product or personal property and cause serious injuries. This is a
sophisticated product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical
abilities. 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 with
incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the documents provided by XDynamics LLC. These
Safety Guidelines contain instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all of the
instructions and warnings in the user manual prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate the product correctly and
avoid damage or serious injuries.
WARNING
To avoid re, serious injuries, and property damage, observe the following safety guidelines when using,
charging, or storing your batteries.
• Damage(s) or injuries incurred when the user/s are under the inuence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Any malfunction caused by operators’ failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble and set up,
or operate the aircraft as described, and designed.
• Damage(s) or injuries that may occur due to failure to study the tutorial videos, and the user manual before
ying the aircraft.
• Damage(s) or injuries caused to a person/s or property, due to failure in correctly calibrating the UAV as
outlined in the manual, prior to ight.
• Damage(s) or injuries incurred as a result of the use or installation of any unauthorized third party accessories
or counterfeit parts - which were not provided and approved of by XDynamics.
• Damage(s) or injuries as a result of ying the aircraft out of eyesight range, or more than 300m away from the
controller.
• Damage(s) or injuries caused by ying the aircraft in areas of magnetic elds & radio interference.
• Damage(s) or injuries caused by ying in a NO-FLY ZONE that is regulated by local laws & rules.
• Damage(s) or injuries including crashes, loss of control or water ingress caused by abusing or modifying the
original aircraft structure.
• Damage(s) or injuries caused by using broken & ageing components.
*XDynamics LLC reserves all the rights for final interpretation.
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CONTENTS
PRODUCT PROFILE ________________________________________________________8
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ____________________________________________________9
KEY FEATURES _________________________________________________________9
AIRCRAFT ANNOTATED DIAGRAM ______________________________________________10
GROUND STATION ANNOTATED DIAGRAM _________________________________________11
AIRCRAFT _____________________________________________________________12
INSERTING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY _____________________________________________13
REMOVING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY _____________________________________________14
AIRCRAFT FLIGHT CONTROL _________________________________________________15
AIRCRAFT AND PILOT ORIENTATION _____________________________________________15
BEGINNER MODE _______________________________________________________16
FLIGHT MODES ________________________________________________________17
TURN ON THE AIRCRAFT ___________________________________________________18
TURN OFF THE AIRCRAFT __________________________________________________19
TURNING ON/OFF AIRCRAFT BATTERY ____________________________________________20
AIRCRAFT LED INDICATORS _________________________________________________21
4K CAMERA / GIMBAL INDICATORS _____________________________________________24
AIRCRAFT BATTERY ______________________________________________________25
CHARGING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY _____________________________________________26
CAMERA AND GIMBAL SECTION _______________________________________________57
AIRCRAFT CALIBRATION ___________________________________________________58
AIRCRAFT CALIBRATION ___________________________________________________61
AIRCRAFT CALIBRATION ___________________________________________________62
ARMING THE AIRCRAFT ____________________________________________________63
ARMING PRE-CHECK _____________________________________________________63
ARMING ____________________________________________________________63
DISARMING THE AIRCRAFT __________________________________________________64
AUTO TAKE OFF _______________________________________________________65
AUTO LANDING ________________________________________________________66
RETURN TO HOME ______________________________________________________67
USING THE RETURN TO HOME BUTTON ON THE CONTROLLER _______________________________68
RETURN TO HOME BUTTON CANCELLATION ________________________________________69
DETERMINING THE RETURN TO HOME ALTITUDE ______________________________________70
APPENDIX _____________________________________________________________71
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION __________________________________________________72
GROUND STATION _______________________________________________________29
TURNING ON THE REMOTE CONTROLLER __________________________________________30
GROUND STATION LED INDICATORS _____________________________________________31
FLIGHT MODE (MODE 2) ___________________________________________________32
PREPARE THE GROUND STATION _______________________________________________36
REMOTE CONTROLLER ____________________________________________________37
APPLICATION ___________________________________________________________38
SCREEN INTRODUCTION ___________________________________________________39
WARNINGS AND ALERTS ___________________________________________________41
SETTINGS MENU _______________________________________________________42
LINKING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER _____________________________________________43
MAP PRELOADING (OFFLINE MAP) ______________________________________________44
RUN WAYPOINT PLAN _____________________________________________________45
CAMERA AND GIMBAL SECTION _______________________________________________46
ALBUM AND IMAGE EDITING _________________________________________________47
WI-FI NETWORK ________________________________________________________48
BLUETOOTH __________________________________________________________48
FIRMWARE UPDATES _____________________________________________________49
FLIGHT _______________________________________________________________50
PREFLIGHT CHECKLIST ____________________________________________________51
FLIGHT SYSTEM LIMITATIONS _________________________________________________53
ENSURE CORRECT PROPELLER ALIGNMENT _________________________________________54
ATTACHING AND DETACHING THE PROPELLERS _______________________________________55
PREPARING AIRCRAFT FOR FLIGHT ______________________________________________56
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Within this section, the Evolve aircraft and Ground Station are explained and the individual components are listed. The
Evolve aircraft and Ground Station form a powerful system offering a true ultra low latency FPV video downlink with 4K
local video recording, combined with an out the box, ready to use fully integrated dual screen controller.
KEY FEATURES
FHD Ultra Low Latency Live View
Evolve aircraft delivers incredible wireless live view performance including: 1080p Full HD video at 60 frames per
second, with the latency as low as 10 milliseconds. With ultra low latency transmission over distances up to 600 meters,
videographers can capture the intended shots and never miss a critical shot. It is ideal for video production for TV
commercials, documentaries, feature movies and other applications that require delay-free control of a camera and aircraft.
Dual-screen aircraft Controller
PRODUCT PROFILE
Aerial photography and lming experience with XDynamics Evolve begins at your ngertips. Drawing inspiration from
handheld game consoles, the foldable Ground Station holds two separate high brightness screens in the palm of your
hand, a 7” FPV viewnder and a 5” multi-touch control panel, which is complemented with uncluttered buttons and
thumbstick gimbals.
Smart Pilot System (SPS)
The Evolve by XDynamics boasts the world’s most advanced dual-screen pilot assistant system, an integrated system which
combines all the required assistant functions under a single interface.
• Aircraft Radar: know where your aircraft is.
• Alert Centre: fully understand your aircraft‘s status.
• Map Preloading: ensure you can view your map at ight.
• Dual-Screen Editing: retouch your aerial images and edit your footages more conveniently.
Ultra-Precise Positioning System
Combined with algorithms and a comprehensive suite of positioning tools, including a GNSS module that supports GPS/
QZSS, GLONASS and BeiDou navigation systems, covering 99% of the world, as well as advanced optical ow and LiDAR
sensors, Evolve provides position tracking with higher precision than general aircrafts with ultrasonic or visual sensors.
4K Camera with Sony CMOS Sensor
Equipped with a 21mm f/2.8 lens and a Sony CMOS image sensor, with effective pixels of 12.4M, the Evolve supports
video capture at 4K@30/25fps, FHD1920p@120/60/30fps, HD1280@240/120/60/30fps, accommodating to various
scenarios and themes, from peaceful landscapes to dynamic sport shorts. It supports RAW image le outputs (DNG format)
and records videos at 60Mbit/s, preserving sufcient data for post-production.
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AIRCRAFT ANNOTATED DIAGRAM
Detailed Schematic of the Evolve aircraft
GROUND STATION ANNOTATED DIAGRAM
Detailed Schematic of the Evolve remote controller
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3
1. Propellers – 2 CW and 2 CCW
2. 4K Camera
3. LED Light
4. Battery
5. Gimbal
6. 4K Camera LED Status
7. Battery Display
8. Motor
9. Rear LED Indicator
10. Battery Release Latch (Lower)
11. FPV RF Heatsink
12. Optical Flow Camera
13. Camera SD Data Card
14. Battery Release Latch (Top)
15. Top Illuminated X Logo
16. USB Connection Port
17. Lidar (Altitude Sensor)
18. Pairing Button
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1
7
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1. Sel Camera
2. Proximity and Ambient Light Sensor
3. FPV Display 7” Screen
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5
4. Power Button and LED Indicator
2
3
A. Blue = Battery Level is enough
B. Amber = Recharge Battery
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5. Microphone
6. Control Stick (Left)
7. Control Stick (Right)
8. Take Off Button
9. Return Home Button
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10
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10. 5” Touch Screen
11. Customise Button C1+C2
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6
12. Battery Connector
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13. External Power to Battery Charger
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14. Tripod Thread, (Standard Camera Thread)
15. Micro SD Storage Card
16. Lanyard points
17. Mode Select Switch
A. G - GPS Mode
B. C - Smart Mode
C. A – Attitude Mode
18. Camera Exposure Wheel
19. Gimbal Pan Control Wheel
20. Video Record Button
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21. Photo Capture Button
22. HDMI Output
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23. Desk Stand / Carrying Handle
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24. USB Connector
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AIRCRAFT
INSERTING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY
Be sure that the aircraft battery is fully charged ( Refer to Charging the aircraft Battery Section )
The aircraft battery contains a contact lubricant suitable for electronic connectors.The grease is white in
appearance and can be seen on the aircraft power connector and aircraft battery. The lubricant is designed
to last for full lifetime of the aircraft and improve electrical performance. The white appearance is normal.
The user MUST not attempt to replace the grease with any other products. No attempts should be made to
remove the lubricant.
See diagram for battery installation intructions
Steps for aircraft battery installation:
1. First ensure the battery is turned OFF .
2. Then ensure the orientation of the battery is correct, the OLED display should be pointing upwards.
3. Insert by pushing the battery gently into the aircraft until the two latches of the battery engage into the aircraft.
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REMOVING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY
AIRCRAFT FLIGHT CONTROL
Remove the battery by squeezing the battery mechanical latches and pulling the battery out of the aircraft.
Ensure the aircraft battery is turned OFF before inserting or removing it from the aircraft or battery charger.
When removing the battery from the aircraft allow the battery to cool to room temperature before charging
the battery with the supplied charger.
See diagram for removing the aircraft battery below
Flight control of the Evolve is accomplished by manipulating the control sticks on the ground controller. Proper orientation
must always be considered when ying the aircraft. A basic rule of thumb when remote piloting a aircraft is to realize
that when the aircraft’s nose, or front end, is facing the pilot the control inputs for roll and yaw are backwards. This
disorientation is the leading cause of all aircraft accidents that are due to pilot error. Therefore, it is very important to
practice piloting in the proper orientation. This includes
• Positioning the aircraft’s nose, or front end, away from the pilot.
• Be sure to stand at least 6ft directly behind the aircraft and keep the nose pointed away from you.
• Fly in an open area free of obstacles such as trees, power lines, and buildings.
• Make sure you are ying in GPS mode. (The aircraft will automatically hold position when the control sticks
are released )
• Ensure that all spectators are standing behind you.
Steps for removing the aircraft battery:
1. First ensure the battery is turned OFF.
2. Squeeze the top and bottom latches to disengage the lock.
3. Remove by rmly gripping and pulling the battery from the aircraft.
(MODE 2)
AIRCRAFT AND PILOT ORIENTATION
Ensure that thr operator and aircraft are both facing the same direction prior to launch.
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BEGINNER MODE
User may enable Beginner Mode at the Settings Page. After enabling the Beginner Mode, the aircraft can only be own
within a spherical radius of 30m from the take-off point.
FLIGHT MODES
The Evolve aircraft has 3 ight modes that the operator can choose from. The modes are selected by a 3-position switch
located on the top left of the remote controller. Below is a description of each:
1. Attitude Mode
(Left position on the 3-position Switch)
In this mode the aircraft will hold in level attitude orientation when
the control sticks are released, but it will not hold position. This
results in the aircraft drifting in the direction the wind is blowing
and the operator must control position at all times. This mode is
only recommended for experienced operators and it is meant for
smoother breaking reactions and camera panning.
Position 1 – Attitude Mode
2. GPS Mode
(Centre position on 3-position Switch)
In this mode, with a strong GPS signal, the aircraft will hold position
when the control sticks are released. This mode is suggested for
beginner operators.
3. Smart Mode
(Right position on 3-position Switch)
In this mode, with a strong GPS signal, the aircraft can perform the
Smart Pilot functions such as Waypoint Operation, Point of interest,
Easy Course and other modes. When the aircraft is not performing a
smart function it will y in GPS Mode.
Position 2 – GPS Mode
Position 3 – Smart Mode
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TURN ON THE AIRCRAFT
The battery has a dual press feature to avoid the user accidentally turning on the battery with a single button press.
TURN OFF THE AIRCRAFT
Press and release the battery switch then press again and hold battery switch until the XDynamics logo runs across the
screen.
100%
Press and release the battery switch then press again and hold
the battery switch until the XDynamics logo runs across the
screen.
The battery will turn on regarless of whether it is installed in the aircraft or not.
If the battery is still turned on when removed from the aircraft, ensure the battery connect terminals are left
unobstructed to prevent short circuiting.
The aircraft is powered on when the battery light is illuminated
and the power percentage of charge is displayed.
100%
Press and release the battery switch then press again and hold
battery switch until the XDynamics logo turns off.
The aircraft is powered off when the OLED Logo and Power
button LED are off.
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TURNING ON/OFF AIRCRAFT BATTERY
AIRCRAFT LED INDICATORS
Turning the Battery On When not Plugged into the aircraft
Press and release the battery switch then press again and hold battery switch until the XDynamics logo runs across the
screen.
Note: Never short out any of the pins of the battery or try to connect to any other equipment other than the Evolve
aircraft and the supplied charger.
100%
The aircraft LED indicators are located under each motor and at the rear of the aircraft. The LED indicates the current state
of the aircraft. See diagrams below for indications.
LED Powering Up / Arming Flight Control
(Green / Yellow Alternating Fast Blinking LED)
Initializing / Waiting for RC Signal
(Blinking Red LED)
Turning the Battery Off When not Plugged into the aircraft
Press and release the battery switch then press again and hold battery switch until the XDynamics logo runs across the
screen.
Note: Never short out any of the pins of the battery or try to connect to any other equipment other than the Evolve
aircraft and the supplied charger.
15%
Error State
(Solid Red LED) - Refer to Troubleshooting Section
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AIRCRAFT LED INDICATORS
The aircraft LED indicators are located under each motor and at the rear of the aircraft. The LED indicates the current state
of the aircraft. See diagrams below for indications.
AIRCRAFT LED INDICATORS
The aircraft LED indicators are located under each motor and at the rear of the aircraft. The LED indicates the current state
of the aircraft. See diagrams below for indications.
Ready for Flight (GPS Mode)
(Solid Blue LED) – Ready for Smart Pilot App Launch
GPS Ready (Can be own in GPS Mode)
(Solid Green LED) - Sets home position
Landing Mode
(Red Front / Green Rear Solid LED) – Make sure landing zone is clear
Malfunction During Flight
(Consult smart pilot / troubleshooting for more details)
Normal Flight Mode
(Red Front / Blue Rear Solid LED) - All systems functional
If the ‘Malfunctioning During Flight’ LED warning is showing land aircraft immediately.
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