Freefly ALTA 8, Flight Manual

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ALTA MOBILE APP
The ALTA App is used to configure ALTA 8 parameters, update ALTA 8 firmware,
and to monitor ALTA 8’s status during flight. To download the ALTA App, search for
“Freefly ALTA” in the App Store or on Google Play™.
Parameters may only be adjusted while ALTA 8 is on the ground and disarmed. In
addition, radio mapping parameters can only be adjusted when the Configuration
Jumper is removed. For more information on radio mapping, see the Radio Mapping
section of this manual.
The ALTA App will be actively maintained, and additional functionality may be added
over time. For information on individual app updates, refer to the App release notes.
NOTE
When making configuration changes with the ALTA App, wait
three seconds for the app to automatically save changes to
ALTA 8 before shutting off the app or the mobile device.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COMPONENTS (NOT INCLUDED)
RADIO CONTROLLER
ALTA 8 supports a variety of radio controllers as outlined in the Flight Controller
Specifications. A minimum of five (5) channels are required, with four (4) used for
flight control, and the remaining one (1) used for mode selection.
However, a radio controller with at least 9 channels is highly recommended to
make use of Velocity and Climb Rate Clamps, Return-To-Home, and Disarm Safety
functions. It is recommended to use a radio controller with a three way switch for
the Mode and Home functions, a two way switch for the disarm safety function, and a
knob or slider input for both the Velocity and Climb Rate Clamp functions.
FLIGHT BATTERY
ALTA 8 can accommodate a variety of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) flight battery packs.
Battery packs must be 6S, having a nominal voltage of 22.2 V. Only run ALTA 8 using
two packs at a time. Each pack must have a continuous discharge rating of 250
amps or greater, and a peak discharge rating of 500 amps or greater. For additional
information on expected flight durations, refer to the Performance Section of this
manual.