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12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual - REV C
Desert Rotor, LLC. Scottsdale, Arizona

INTRODUCTION - Page 4

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Terms & Conditions

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Support & Service

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Symbol & Word Definitions

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Specifications

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Regional Compliance Disclaimer

BEFORE USING - Page 8

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12PCX HOTAS Contents

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Lithium-Ion Batteries & Charging

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Power Supply

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Power Switch

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Cleaning

FEATURES & HARDWARE - Page 12

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Pelican 1510 Case

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Logic Supply™ ML100 Embedded PC

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LED 1200NIT LG Displays™

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12PCX HOTAS V2 Control Panel Layout

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Keyboard & Joystick Hatch

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PPM Out and 12V Out

OPERATING THE 12PCX HOTAS - Page 19

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GCS Smart View™ Interface

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Menu & Settings

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Aircraft & Autopilot Considerations

COMPLIANCE - Page 23

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Your Responsibilities and Liabilities

APPENDIX - Page 24

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Warranty/Repairs/Customer Service

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Schedule A - Specifications

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Summary of Contents for 12PCX HOTAS V2

Page 1: ...12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual REV C Desert Rotor LLC Scottsdale Arizona 1 Commercial Ground Control Systems for Unmanned Vehicles Operating Manual ...

Page 2: ... our products proudly designed and assembled in Scottsdale Arizona USA Flight Controls Operate unmanned aerial vehicles the natural way using HOTAS Hands on Throttle and Stick The gaming and defense industry utilizes this layout and truly is the simpler more professional way to fly Compatible We design our systems to be able to accommodate rapidly evolving technology Use our ground control systems...

Page 3: ...Power Supply Power Switch Cleaning FEATURES HARDWARE Page 12 Pelican 1510 Case Logic Supply ML100 Embedded PC LED 1200NIT LG Displays 12PCX HOTAS V2 Control Panel Layout Keyboard Joystick Hatch PPM Out and 12V Out OPERATING THE 12PCX HOTAS Page 19 GCS Smart View Interface Menu Settings Aircraft Autopilot Considerations COMPLIANCE Page 23 Your Responsibilities and Liabilities APPENDIX Page 24 Warra...

Page 4: ...is interface you can assign functions and channels to the various joysticks buttons switches and dials The interface also allows you to save aircraft autopilot settings and easily switch to other aircraft profiles There are infinite possibilities and configurations within the 12PCX HOTAS A key message we would like to deliver is the fact that flying unmanned aerial vehicles can be extremely danger...

Page 5: ...g operating piloting and or execution of any of the functions or components Customer must be fully aware of risks using the 12PCX as the system can be used with countless hardware components that were not tested alongside the 12PCX DESERT ROTOR LLC does not warrant that the software and hardware included in 12PCX units contain no defects or errors DESERT ROTOR LLC IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT IN...

Page 6: ...work on and troubleshoot Due to the incredible demand Desert Rotor has strategically positioned support to be available from our distributors as well We do ask you contact the seller of your system in the event you need technical support Though we do have resources available for the end users E mail info desertrotor com Phone 1 888 938 8470 Website www desertrotor com Symbol Word Definitions HOTAS...

Page 7: ...TAS V2 can be configured in infinite ways with countless types of components It is ENTIRELY up to you to determine the compliance of these components in your region Some of the components require HAM radio licenses and or even completely prohibited The 12PCX HOTAS could be restricted and not allowed in certain countries and regions Desert Rotor LLC is not liable for misuse or user not being compli...

Page 8: ... CE Certified Li Ion Charger 7 18V 6A UL CE Certified Power Supply 8 4S 5200mAh LI ION Battery 9 Desert Rotor Decal Set 10 Desert Rotor Microfiber Cleaning Cloth 11 3M Transmitter Mounting Velcro Depending on the configuration requested or the version our distributors sell may vary on the contents received Lithium Ion Batteries Charging The Lithium Ion pack we offer is a 4S 5200Mah pack with Ander...

Page 9: ...t on the switch panel Then push main power switch on the to the CHARGE position You also have the option to take the Lithium Ion battery packs out of the 12PCX HOTAS and plug them directly into the charger There are no buttons on the charger Charger Light GREEN Pack is finished charging Charger Light RED Pack is charging NOTE NEVER LEAVE PACKS UNATTENDED WHILE CHARGING LITHIUM BATTERIES CAN START ...

Page 10: ...DIN connector to a larger 4 DIN connector before it connects with the 12PCX switch panel Adapter shown below The power supply works independent from the included charger The power supply can not and does not charge the provided Lithium Ion packs NOTE NEVER LEAVE THE 12PCX HOTAS V2 WHILE RUNNING OFF THE POWER SUPPLY AND OR LITHIUM PACKS THE SYSTEM IS COMPATIBLE WITH COUNTLESS OFF THE SHELF HARDWARE...

Page 11: ...g or included Desert Rotor microfiber cloth to wipe down the unit Please ensure unit is turned off to avoid the risk of shock and or electrocution Do not use cleaning chemicals as it could damage components and finish of the 12PCX HOTAS A mild soft dishwashing detergent is so as long as it s lightly damp on a rag ...

Page 12: ... top and side handles Easy open double throw latches Lifetime Pelican Guarantee of Excellence O ring seal Open cell core with solid wall design strong light weight Retractable extension handle Stainless steel hardware and padlock protectors Note The 12PCX is NOT waterproof It is only weather resistant when case is closed Do not operate the 12PCX when it is raining snowing or in questionable weathe...

Page 13: ... power switch on the switch panel When turning the 12PCX on the PC system does not turn on until you press the PC on button shown in illustration Note When turning off the 12PCX ALWAYS turn the PC off first If you press the 12PCX power switch to Off it will hard shutdown the PC as if you just pulled the plug on a running desktop computer ALWAYS PRESS THE PC POWER TO TURN OFF PC FIRST THEN TURN 12P...

Page 14: ...nd settings independent of each other The buttons are located below on the front panel The left screen is dedicated to the embedded PC though can be switched to receive video on the VGA input setting There is a composite Video In jack on the switch panel and connected to the left screen The right screen is dedicated to FPV first person view of the unmanned vehicle The GCS SmartView OSD Menu Settin...

Page 15: ... channels and functions to the various highlighted hardware If necessary there are trim buttons to the left of the flight control stick Note the throttle trim above the throttle slide Note ALWAYS ENSURE AND CHECK ALL CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ARE GOING THE CORRECT DIRECTIONS IN THE AUTOPILOT SOFTWARE ALWAYS ENSURE BEFORE EVERY FLIGHT THAT YOUR FAILSAFE FUNCTIONS OF YOUR AUTOPILOT ARE ENABLED AND PROP...

Page 16: ...thing is strategically laid out for easy quick access As with any new component it is best to rigorously test before performing critical flights missions We love feedback If you feel the layout could be better optimized to your needs please shoot us a note info desertrotor com Note The 12PCX is NOT waterproof While highly durable and fairly weather resistant it should not be used while raining and...

Page 17: ...0A fuses and one 15A fuse Auxiliary Bay 2 Default Cables 12V Power 2 SMA Antenna LAN Cable Note The system was designed to be able to Hot Swap battery packs while in use This allows you to continue on long endurance flights and missions This is when you take one of the two packs out and replace it with a fresh pack You will see the battery meter automatically increase While it is possible to Hot S...

Page 18: ...e like DragonLink UHF or the TBS Crossfire Long Range RF module The 12PCX can interface with other modules You may have to build a PPM Out cable for the transmitter module one is included specify when ordering For 12V power use a DC barrel plug to whatever connector is needed on the transmitter module Note Check You Local Laws Regulations as some regions may not allow the use or require a HAM radi...

Page 19: ...ht screen When developing the interface of the GCS we wanted to offer something very simple yet has all the transmitter functions you need for all aircraft types and most autopilot systems Note It is prudent to restart cycle the 12PCX power if system has been on for extended periods of time Similar to a computer or mobile device When switching out components such as video receivers modems radios a...

Page 20: ... Control line item is where you assign the hardware to that Channel It takes you to a screen called Edit Assigned Control Changing Model Memory and Name Main Screen default Press Right until you get to Model Settings Under Modem ID you select and change the number between 1 through 5 The system can save 5 aircraft profiles Removing GCS SmartView off Display Main Screen default Press Middle Button ...

Page 21: ...R THEY ARE MOVING IN THE CORRECT DIRECTIONS SETUP CALIBRATE THE AUTOPILOT SOFTWARE WITH THE 12PCX CONTROLS OR YOUR AIRCRAFT MAY CRASH FLYAWAY OR EVEN WORSE CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH 1 CALIBRATE YOUR AUTOPILOT WITH THE 12PCX AND TRANSMITTER MODULE 2 SETUP YOUR FLIGHT MODES ENSURE THE FLIGHT MODE SWITCHES WORK 3 SETUP YOUR FAILSAFE TO ENABLE IN THE EVENT THE 12PCX AND TRANSMITTER LINK BREAKS AND COMPLET...

Page 22: ...12PCX HOTAS V2 Operating Manual REV C Desert Rotor LLC Scottsdale Arizona 22 Examples of Autopilot Software and There Transmitter Calibration Screens ...

Page 23: ...llow the use or require a HAM radio license to operate the various offered transmitters and or along with the 12PCX The software and hardware was designed following careful development and testing by DESERT ROTOR but DESERT ROTOR is not able to conduct tests based on all possible combinations of software and hardware environment Therefore DESERT ROTOR is unable to promise nor warrant that there wi...

Page 24: ...stomer 3 Warranty is conditional upon proper use of the 12PCX in the application for which they are intended and shall not apply to any 12PCX units that had been subjected to abuse misuse neglect negligence improper testing improper usage storage and or handling 4 Warranty will not apply to 12PCX units that have been tampered for Customers research development efforts and have been serviced or rep...

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