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Attach propellers

2

Remove the rings from the propeller 

packages. Select the ring with the 

smaller internal diameter, and insert 

it into the back of the propeller hub.

Remove the nuts and washers from the 

motors. For the front-left and back-right 

arms, add SFP propellers to the top motors 

and SF propellers to the bottom motors 

with the 

writing facing towards the sky

For the front-right and back-left arms, add 

SF propellers to the top motors and SFP 

propellers to the bottom motors. Make sure 

the writing on the propellers faces the sky!

Charge battery

3

Place the washer over the propeller, and 

secure the nut tightly on top. Always ensure 

that the propellers are fastened tightly to 

the motors before flying.

+

LiPo

3A

Connect the charger to the power 

adapter cable and a wall outlet. 

Connect the red cable to the + port 

and the black cable to the - port.

Set the charger to LiPo and 3A.

red

black

SF

SFP

SF

SFP

SF

SFP

SF

SFP

Summary of Contents for X8

Page 1: ... Rotate the blue arms into position and secure the arms in place with the same bolts and nuts flight position Rotate the legs into place and secure through the inner hole with the provided bolt and nut travel position Remove Secure with bolt flight position rear arms black front arms blue Slide arms into position ...

Page 2: ...s the sky For the front right and back left arms add SF propellers to the top motors and SFP propellers to the bottom motors Make sure the writing on the propellers faces the sky Charge battery 3 Place the washer over the propeller and secure the nut tightly on top Always ensure that the propellers are fastened tightly to the motors before flying LiPo 3A Connect the charger to the power adapter ca...

Page 3: ... designated LiPo balance charger only Always monitor battery while charging Flying with a low battery is a safety risk and can render the battery unusable Always discontinue use when you receive a low battery notification and always fly with a fully charged battery Inspect battery for damage before takeoff and after landing If you observe any swelling of the package or the battery ceases to functi...

Page 4: ...ls altitude position and orientation Just release the sticks and the copter will hover in place Return to launch Return to launch RTL commands the copter to achieve a minimum altitude of 15 meters return to the launch point hover for five seconds and land If you did not order an RC transmitter with your copter visit 3dr com learn for instructions Stabalize Altitude Hold Loiter Full Autonomy Return...

Page 5: ...acles on its own As the operator it is your job to recognize and avoid obstructions while flying Always follow the preflight and postflight steps in the order described in this manual and remain attentive at all times while flying Environmental factors such as wind and GPS irregularities can cause instability in flight To avoid potential hazards due to environmental factors identify the boundaries...

Page 6: ...the APM s LED Wait to see the solid blue LED indicating that GPS lock has been achieved before takeoff If you plan to fly only in stabilize or altitude hold modes you may proceed without GPS lock Determine the boundaries of your flying area before takeoff and select a level unobstructed space as a launch point Place the copter at the launch point with the blue arms facing away from you 1 Before fl...

Page 7: ...otors stop 6 Lower left stick to descend Set stick fully down to land when close to the ground Raise left stick to take off and gain altitude Move left stick left and right to rotate Use right stick to fly forward backward left and right Set left stick to center to hover L R R L L L 7 Once the motors are disarmed disconnect the battery Once the copter is powered off turn off the transmitter Follow...

Page 8: ...g adding new flight modes and flying autonomous missions visit copter ardupilot com Resources Visit 3dr com learn for more instructions on configuring flying and maintaining your copter Support For customer support contact us at help 3drobotics com or call our support line at 1 858 225 1414 Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm PST ...

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