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I
Document Overview
Chapter
No.
Chapter
Name
Main Content
1
Product
Overview
It is to introduce the function features and application scenarios of
the product.
2
Product
Component
It is to comprehensively introduce main components of the product.
Read the chapter before use; understand product structure and
application methods of main components.
3
Flight
Preparation
It is to elaborate the complete flow of aircraft unlock before takeoff.
Strictly conform to the installation debugging sequence of the
chapter, install each component and make initial debugging before
first use.
If it is not the first time to use the device, you can select the
installation content according to the dismounting situation last time.
However, confirm that all the components (unnecessary steps
excluded) listed in the chapter have been stably installed. Please
conform to the operating steps in this chapter strictly and follow the
operating sequence.
4
Enable
Flight
It is to elaborate the complete flow of aircraft formal launch and
landing. Complete the preparation steps listed in Chapter 3.
Confirm that all the inspection items, including environment and the
device itself, conform to flight requirements before enabling flight.
Please operate by strictly conforming to the steps described in the
chapter; the operation sequence can't be reversed.
5
End Flight
It is to elaborate the operation steps after aircraft landing.
Please operate by strictly conforming to the steps described in this
The manual is to comprehensively introduce function features, structure parameters,
installation, dismounting and flight guide etc. of the product.
Applied Model
X650
Application Object
Preface
End users
Reading Guide
II
chapter; the operation sequence can't be reversed.
6
Upgrade
It is to introduce upgrade methods and points of attention.
7
Appendix 1
It is to introduce the technical parameters.
8
Appendix 2
It is to introduce the indicator definition of the aircraft.
9
Appendix 3
It is to introduce the matching method among the components.
10
Appendix 4
It is to list possible problems and solutions when using the product.
III
Symbol Definition
Symbol
Note
It indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
It indicates a moderate or low level of potential danger which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
It indicates a potential risk that, if ignored, could result in damage to device,
degraded performance, or unpredictable results.
It means that it can help you to solve some problems or save your time.
It means the additional information, which is the emphasis and supplement
of the main body.
No.
Version No.
Revision Content
Release Date
1
V1.0.0
First release
2018.4
The following symbol may appear in the document. Please refer to the table below for the
respective definition.
Document Material
The product includes the following document materials. Please search according to your
requirements:
Quick Start Guide
It applies to the first simple flight. Please refer to User’s Manual for operation details when it is used
for the second time or it has to use some other advanced functions.
Check the paper material in the packaging box or log in www.hovfree.com to obtain the User’s Manual.
User’s Manual (this document)
It comprehensively introduces the product function features, structure parameters, installation,
dismounting and flight guide etc.
Log in www.hovfree.com and search X650 to obtain the User’s Manual.
Revision Record
IV
Important Safeguards and Warnings
The following description is the correct application method of the device. Please read the
manually carefully before use, in order to prevent danger and property loss. Strictly conform to
the manual during application and keep it properly after reading.
Danger
Please operate the aircraft in the environment which meets flight conditions, and keep
away from no-fly zone.
After unlocking, operators shall keep at least 5m away from the aircraft.
Please transport, use and store the product and all its components in the environment
which satisfies the requirements.
Please strictly conform to operation flows described in the manual when dismantling the
device. Please do not dismantle other components privately.
Please do not touch the lens of PTZ camera directly. Use hair drier to remove the dust or
dirt from the lens surface.
Please operate the device by strictly conforming to the steps described in the manual; the
operation sequence can’t be reversed.
Get to know local laws and regulations before using the aircraft. Please apply to local
authorities for flight permission if necessary.
For the first flight, please adopt loiter mode (before takeoff, it is suggested that GPS
satellites are ≥12 and horizontal dilution of precision (HDOP) is ≤1).
Please make sure that the device antenna has been properly installed before enabling the
power of remote control and aircraft. Otherwise, it may cause damages to internal module
or shorten the control distance.
Flight Environment
Please make flight in the environment which meets the following conditions:
V
Keep away from no-fly zone; please do not enter no-fly zone.
Keep view wide open; make sure the device is flying within field of view; please do not
block field of view.
Please do not fly the aircraft in rain, snow and thunder weather.
Please do not fly in narrow and small space.
Try not to fly right above the crowd, in order to prevent personal injury.
Please do not get close to high-voltage power line. Keep more than 10m distance.
Power Requirement
The product shall use electric wires (power wires) recommended by this area, which shall
be used within its rated specification!
Products with category I structure shall be connected to grid power output socket, which is
equipped with protective grounding.
Please conform to local electrical safety standards strictly.
Before operation, please check whether power supply is correct.
Please use power supply that meets SELV (safety extra low voltage) requirements, and
supply power with rated voltage that conforms to Limited Power Source in IEC60950-1. For
specific power supply requirements, please refer to device labels.
Prevent power cord from being trampled or pressed, especially the plug, power socket and
the junction extruded from the device.
Battery Points of Attention
It has to use the exclusive power adapter provided by Dahua Technology to charge the
device. Otherwise, it may damage the battery or lead to other unpredictable
consequences.
Charge the device at a temperature between 0 and 50℃.
Distinguish positive and negative poles when charging the device, to prevent short circuit.
Charge and discharge at least once every month; prohibit storing the device without
electricity.
Please do not place the device close to fire source or inflammables.
Please do not charge and discharge the device in unattended conditions.
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Please do not use undesignated battery to the device.
Please do not dismantle and destroy the battery without permission; water is not allowed to
enter the device; man-made damages are not covered by warranty.
Please do not throw the battery into fire or expose it to high-temperature environment.
Please do not dismantle, modify or deform the battery.
Avoid short circuit between positive and negative contacts (please do not place the battery
together with the objects such as necklace and hairpin etc. when carrying or storing the
battery).
Please replace new battery timely when it is damaged. Please contact local relevant
agency to deal with damaged battery properly, in order to prevent accidents.
Please charge the battery or discharge it to 50%~60% remaining capacity if it won't be
used for a long time, and place it in a dry and cool environment.
For air transport, according to relevant aviation requirement, please discharge aircraft
battery and remote control battery to below 30%.
If the battery leaks and the liquid enters eyes accidentally, please do not rub your eyes;
wash your eyes with clean water and see a doctor immediately.
It is normal that the battery heats up after it is running for a period of time, because the
discharge power is quite big.
It is normal that the battery heats up when it is being charged.
The cycle times of aircraft power battery is 300 in normal application situation.
During charging of power battery, charging is completed when the charger displays “FULL”
and beeps continuously. Don’t take down batteries before charging is completed.
Application Environment Requirements
Please do not aim the PTZ camera at strong light (such as lighting, sunlight and so on).
Please transport, use and store the device within the allowed humidity and temperature
range.
Please do not let any liquid flow into the device.
Please do not block the device ventilation.
Please do not press, vibrate or soak the device.
Please pack the device with original package or material with equivalent quality.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
Caution: The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
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particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of
20cm between the radiator and any part of your body.
Operation and Maintenance Requirements
Please do not dismantle the device privately.
Please do not touch sensor CCD or CMOS directly; use hair drier to remove dust or dirt
from the lens surface.
Please use soft dry cloth or clean soft cloth to dip a little mild detergent to clean the device.
Please do not touch or wipe the lens surface directly.
Please use the accessories provided by manufacturer and it shall be installed and repaired
by professional staffs.
Please avoid laser beam radiation to the surface when using laser beam device.
Please do not provide two or more power supply modes to the device at the same time;
otherwise, it may damage the device.
Max 1 aircraft is allowed to fly in the same area at the same time.
Please make sure that there is no occlusion above the flight.
Privacy Protection Notice
As the device user or data controller, you might collect personal data of others' such as face,
fingerprints, car plate number, Email address, phone number, GPS and so on. You need to be
in compliance with the local privacy protection laws and regulations to protect the legitimate
rights and interests of other people by implementing measures include but not limited to:
providing clear and visible identification to inform data subject the existence of surveillance
area and providing related contact.
About the Manual
The Manual is for reference only. If there is inconsistency between the Manual and the
actual product, the actual product shall prevail.
We are not liable for any loss caused by the operations that do not comply with the Manual.
The Manual would be updated according to the latest laws and regulations of related
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regions. For detailed information, see the paper User's Manual, CD-ROM, QR code or our
official website. If there is inconsistency between paper User's Manual and the electronic
version, the electronic version shall prevail.
All the designs and software are subject to change without prior written notice. The product
updates might cause some differences between the actual product and the Manual. Please
contact the customer service for the latest program and supplementary documentation.
There still might be deviation in technical data, functions and operations description, or
errors in print. If there is any doubt or dispute, please refer to our final explanation.
Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if the Guide (in PDF
format) cannot be opened.
All trademarks, registered trademarks and the company names in the Manual are the
properties of their respective owners.
Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if there is any problem
occurred when using the device.
If there is any uncertainty or controversy, please refer to our final explanation.
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Table of Contents
Legal Statement ....................................................................................................................................... I
Preface ..................................................................................................................................................... II
Important Safeguards and Warnings ................................................................................................... V
4.5.4 Camera Settings ............................................................................................................... 66
4.5.5 General Settings ............................................................................................................... 69
5 End Flight ............................................................................................................................................. 74
5.1 Turn off Power ............................................................................................................................. 74
Appendix 4.1 FAQ and Solutions of Aircraft ..................................................................................... 87
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Appendix 4.2 FAQ and Solutions of Remote Control ....................................................................... 87
Appendix 4.3 FAQ and Solutions of Airborne Device ....................................................................... 87
Appendix 4.4 FAQ and Solutions of Charger .................................................................................... 87
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1.1 Overview
This product is a quadrotor drone designed for public security, transportation, firefighting,
border defense, agriculture, forest and energy source fields. It provides integrated solutions of
aerial video surveillance.
This product consists of aircraft, airborne device and remote control.
Aircraft: It consists of navigation system, flight control system and power system.
Airborne device: It consists of the PTZ control system and mission device.
Remote control: It consists of the remote control system and data chain software.
Product Introduction
1.2Functional Features
Integrated Design
The aircraft adopts integrated design and neat appearance.
The remote control integrates the remote control and touch screen together. It is easy to
operate and has clear indicator.
Folded Packages
Propeller, arm and antenna adopt folded design, suitable to be carried, transported and stored
conveniently.
HD Video
The shock absorber board and shock absorber ball work together to guarantee PTZ
camera stability.
Industrial 30x optical zoom visible light camera is optional, with professional HD video
effect.
IR thermal camera is optional, suitable for special environments such as fire scene or night
environment, so as to guarantee clear video and high restoration.
The remote control has snapshot button and record button, which are easy to operate and
instantly start snapshot and record function.
Accurate Positioning
1
Built-in GPS system ensures that positioning is accurate and real-time.
Wireless Transmission
Aircraft has 4 antennas. Connect the remote control and image transmission device to
send and receive radio wave signals.
The remote control has 3 antennas. Connect the aircraft to send and receive radio wave
signals.
Low Electric Quantity Protection
When electric quantity is lower than preset value, trigger low electric quantity protection
automatically, including alarm, return home and landing.
Intelligent Battery of Aircraft
Display remaining electric quantity: Aircraft battery has built-in power indicator light.
Balanced charging protection function: Automatically balance the aircraft battery cell
voltage to protect battery.
Overcharge protection function: Aircraft battery automatically stops charging when the
voltage is full.
Sleep protection function: Aircraft battery automatically goes to sleep status when there is
no operation within 5 minutes.
Charging temperature protection function: The aircraft battery charging temperature
ranges from 0℃ to 50℃. Once the temperature is too high, battery automatically stops
charging; otherwise, it may result in battery damage.
Communication: The remote control can get current remaining capacity and voltage
information in a real-time way.
Flight Control
The aircraft adopts quadrotor power system. It can switch among several flight modes and
is easy to control the flight direction.
Maximum take-off weight is 8110g.
Electronic Fence (e-fence)
Support e-fence function; prevent the aircraft from leaving the specified zone.
Support customized e-fence settings.
2
Structure
This product mainly consists of aircraft, airborne device and remote control. This chapter
introduces the structures of these three components. The detailed operations will be introduced
in Chapter 错误!未找到引用源。错误!未找到引用源。.
All figures listed below and all dimensions listed here are for reference only. The figure and the
dimensions may be slightly different from the user data due to measurement position,
measurement accuracy and position indication. Please refer to the actual product for detailed
information.
1.3 Aircraft
This part will be introduced when the propellers are installed and the fuselage is fully unfolded.
Please refer to “Chapter 错误!未找到引用源。错误!未找到引用源。” for details.
1.3.1 Product Dimensions
The unit is mm.
Figure 0-1
3
Figure 0-2
4
1.3.2 Structural Component
No.
Name
Function
1
Propeller
High-speed revolution to turn the motor power to
propulsive force. There are two pairs of propellers with
different structures. Please adjust the installation positions
according to the actual situation.
2
Arm
Fold or unfold.
3
Antenna
Fold or unfold.
2 antennas are to receive the remote control signal.
2 antennas are used for wireless image transmission.
4
Aircraft status indicator
There are two modes: normally on and flashing. It displays
five colors: red, yellow, blue, green and purple, to indicate
system status, flight mode, upgrade status and etc.
Refer to “错误!未找到引用源。 Product Introduction” for
indicator light information and definition.
5
Aircraft battery
After the battery is inserted into the aircraft, electric
quantity indicator turns on and shows green.
Figure 0-3
5
No.
Name
Function
6
Landing gear
Fixed under the fuselage, support the aircraft.
7
Arm wrench
It is used to fold the arm.
8
Motor
Bring along propeller revolution.
9
Electronic speed
controller
Adopt sine wave driving and boast good acceleration and
deceleration performance.
1.4 Airborne Device
This part takes visible light PTZ camera and thermal PTZ camera as an example, and
introduces airborne device.
For detailed info about various airborne devices, please refer to their user’s manuals and
quick start guides.
Table 0-1
The aircraft supports to carry 2MP visible light PTZ camera and various airborne devices.
1.4.1 The 2MP Visible Light PTZ Camera
The unit is mm.
6
Figure 0-4
7
Figure 0-5
8
1.4.2 Structural Component
No.
Name
Function
1
Shock absorber ball
Reduce PTZ camera vibration during the flight, to get clearer
video.
2
Shock absorber board
3
Installation screw
Secure the PTZ camera on the aircraft.
4
Yaw motor
Control rotation angle of yaw axis of the camera.
5
Yaw rotation arm
6
Roll motor
Control rotation angle of roll axis of the camera.
7
Roll rotation arm
8
Pitch motor
Control rotation angle of pitch axis of the camera.
9
Camera
Take pictures.
10
Lens
Figure 0-6
Table 0-2
9
1.5 Remote Control
1.5.1 Dimensions
The unit is mm.
Figure 0-7
10
1.5.2 Structural Component
Front panel, side panel and rear panel of the remote control are shown in Figure 0-9, Figure
0-10 and Figure 0-11.
Figure 0-8
11
No.
Name
Function
1
Antenna
Establish the remote control relationship with the aircraft to
receive images. One silver antenna is installed in the middle,
while two yellow antennas are installed at both sides.
2
Hanger
Fix the hanger belt.
3
Left control stick
Control the aircraft flight status.
4
Touch screen
Set parameters and preview the video.
5
Customized button
Control the PTZ to return to center and carry out 90º operation
with one button.
6
Battery indicator
Each bar represents 25% battery power.
7
Charging indicator
Indicator light is on when connecting power to the charging
port.
Red light is normally on: charging.
Yellow-green light is normally on: charging is finished.
8
One-click return
button
Control aircraft to return home automatically.
9
One-click takeoff/
landing button
Control aircraft to take off and land with one button. Takeoff
height is 2m.
10
Right control stick
Control the aircraft flight status.
Figure 0-9
Table 0-3
12
No.
Name
Function
11
PTZ course scroll
wheel
Control horizontal shooting angle of camera lens.
12
Snapshot
Press this button shortly to snapshot present image.
13
Flight mode lever
3-level lever to select flight mode.
Upper level: intelligent flight mode. The aircraft flights
automatically according to the specified course.
Middle level: flight at the specified height. When the throttle
lever is at the central mode, the aircraft flights at the same
height automatically.
Lower level: flight at the specified position. When all levers
are at the central mode, the aircraft hovers at the same
position.
14
4G SIM slot
Reserved
15
Audio output port
Connect to earphone, sound box and etc. It is to play audio.
16
Reserved
Reserved function.
17
Micro-USB port
Insert data cable to connect PC. It is to transmit the data to the
PC.
18
SD slot
Insert SD card: The SD card with the chip is facing down.
Upper level: Course following mode. The PTZ camera angle
changes with aircraft flight direction.
Lower level: Course locking mode. No matter what the
aircraft flight angles are, the PTZ camera always faces the
same degree to shoot.
21
Record button
Press this button shortly to start recording, and press it again to
stop recording.
22
PTZ pitch scroll
wheel
Control vertical shooting angle of camera lens.
No.
Name
Function
23
Zoom in button
Short press the button to zoom in the camera.
Long press the button, to zoom in until the camera reaches
the maximum magnification.
24
Power switch
Turn on or turn off the remote control.
“ON” means to turn on the device, and “OFF” means to turn off
the device.
25
Zoom out button
Short press the button to zoom out the camera.
Long press the button, to zoom out until the camera reaches
the minimum magnification.
Table 0-4
Figure 0-11
14
1.5.3 Buttons
Refer to “错误!未找到引用源。错误!未找到引用源。” for the joystick and flight mode lever button
information.
1.5.3.1 Scroll Wheel
Besides “PTZ course scroll wheel” and “PTZ pitch scroll wheel”, at “Status Bar > Quick
Operation > PTZ”, control “PTZ Center” and “PTZ 90°” by reference to “错误!未找到引用源。 错误!未找到引用源。”.
PTZ course scroll wheel: control horizontal shooting angle of camera lens, as shown in
Figure 0-12.
Scroll wheel turns to the left: PTZ turns to the left. Scroll wheel turns to the right: PTZ turns to the right.
Table 0-5
PTZ pitching scroll wheel: control vertical shooting angle of camera lens, as shown in
Figure 0-13.
Scroll wheel turns to the left: camera lens turns downwards. Scroll wheel turns to the right: camera lens turns upwards.
1.5.3.2 PTZ Mode Lever
Working mode of PTZ camera is controlled with PTZ mode lever, as shown in Figure 0-14.
Figure 0-12
Figure 0-13
15
Figure 0-14
2-level lever:
Upper level: Course following mode. Shooting angle of PTZ camera changes with aircraft
flight direction.
Lower level: Course locking mode. No matter what the aircraft flight angles are, the PTZ
camera always faces the same degree to shoot.
Lever returns to the center: start from any position, move the lever for three times
continuously. Shooting angle of PTZ camera will be consistent with aircraft flight direction.
1.5.3.3 Shooting
Snapshot: Short press snapshot button to snapshot the present image.
Record: Short press record button to begin recording video. Short press it again to stop
recording.
Figure 0-15
16
1.5.4 Operation Interface
No.
Name
Function
1
Function setting
and state bar
Set the menu and aircraft course; display PTZ mode, flight state
list, flight mode, remote control signal intensity, GPS signal
intensity, image transmission signal quality, aircraft battery and
quick viewing.
Please refer to “1.18 Remote Control Setting” for specific
setting items and descriptions.
2
Preview window
Quickly switch video preview and map preview to display
prompt information and PTZ control. Please refer to “1.5.4.3
Preview” for details.
3
State bar
Display remaining flight time, aircraft speed, height and
distance from the HOME. Please refer to “1.5.4.2 State Display
Bar” for details.
After turning on with the remote control, enter main interface. It consists of the following
function modules, as shown in Figure 0-16.
Figure 0-16
Slide up at any position on the main interface to hide the setting menu, function bar and state
bar. Slide down at any position on the main interface to view them again.
Table 0-6
1.5.4.1 Function Setting and State Bar
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