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PRISM FLIGHT MANUAL
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PRISM RPAS ships with the EchoSky Mobile running the WattsGQC control app and
interface.
This all in one handheld system provides simultaneous control uplink and video and
telemetry downlink via a bi-directional 2.4 GHz data link.
The EchoSky system is made up of two main components: the Air Unit and the Ground
Unit. The Air unit is installed on the aircraft and communicates via MAVLINK with Cube
flight controller.
The Air Unit receives and transfers command and control inputs to the flight controller. The
Ground unit is a handheld controller with an integrated touch screen.
PRISM RPAS has been designed to operate safely while carrying a selection of payloads up
to 24 lbs (10.88 kg) at sea level, when configured with the TMotor U8ii Coaxial propulsion
system. Certain payloads may replace or remove the original PRISM T-bar landing gear
system.
PRISM RPA ships with the EchoSky Mobile RPS (Figure 11), a handheld control station
with an integrated Android 7.1 device running the WattsQGC proprietary app. The EchoSky
Mobile allows the pilot to command RPA movement by manipulating the two control
sticks, and by pressing buttons and moving dials built into the grips. The integrated
seven-inch, HD touchscreen provides an interface for additional settings, commands, and
inputs through the WattsQGC application. It also broadcasts video feeds and telemetry
from PRISM and its payloads with minimal latency.
The EchoSky weighs 2.6 pounds (1.2 kg), and its dimensions are 12.6” x 5.6” x 2.1” (32
cm x 14.2 cm x 5.4 cm). It features a six-core, high-performance processor, and a
large-capacity rechargeable lithium battery with a five-hour endurance. The handset
7.8 COMMUNICATIONS LINK C2
7.8.1 ECHOSKY MOBILE
7.9 PAYLOADS
7.10 ECHOSKY MOBILE REMOTE PILOT STATION
NOTE:
If the payload selected does not incorporate landing gear, the operator should contact the manufacturer to discuss
the addition of appropriately mounted landing gear.