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FCC STATEMENT AND INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:

1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 
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. 

2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Remark: 

This device is in accordance with the digital device grade B limitation and the 

15th regulation of FCC. This limitation requires reasonable anti-interference protection 
around the residence. The device can transmit radio waves during use and can interrupt 
the mobile communication without proper installment. Interruption will occur for special 
device. If the device does interrupt the radio or television, please turn the device off then 
turn it on to adjust. Below are some resolutions for your reference:

 Move the receiving antenna

 Enlarge the distance between the device and receiver

  Try to not connect the device and the receiver on the same circuit

 Ask for professional help from experts

3. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions 
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.

Estes-Cox Corp.

1295 H Street, PO Box 227

Penrose, CO 81240-0227

Made In Shunde, Guangdong, 

China

BEGINNER DRONE

•  Do not turn on the Proto-Z unless controller has been turned on fi rst.
•  Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from spinning blades.
•  Turn off controller and Proto-Z when not in use.
•  Parental guidance is recommended.
•  Do not submerge into water. This could damage electronic assemblies.
•  Follow operating instructions exactly.
•  Not intended for children under 8 years old.
•  Replace any damaged or broken parts before attempting to fl y.
•  Do not drop the Proto-Z by suddenly reducing the throttle. This could 

lead to severe damage.

•  The Proto-Z’s range will also be affected if the battery is not fully 

charged.

•  Do not touch the motors after fl ying. They can become hot.
•  The battery in the Proto-Z is not replaceable.

CAUTION:

 Changes or modifi cations to 

this product not expressly approved by 
the party responsible for compliance may 
void the user’s authority to operate the 
equipment.

90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY 

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE STORE 

– Estes will repair or replace factory defects for 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty 

specifi cally does not cover crash damage, misuse or abuse. To make a warranty claim, please contact our product support team at 1-217-398-8970 or 
e-mail us at [email protected]

If requested by Product Support, please send defective product to: Hobby Services, 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1, Champaign, IL 61822

This warranty applies only if the product is operated in compliance with the instructions and warnings provided with each model. Estes assumes no liability except for 
the exclusive remedy or repair of parts as specifi ed above. Estes shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion 
of consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may also have other rights 
which vary from state to state.

Battery Requirements for Controller:

Requires: 2 x 1.5V AAA size batteries (not included)

Requirements for USB Charge Cord:

USB Output Jack (not included)

Battery Cautions:

•  Parental guidance is recommended when installing batteries.
•  Do not power controller by mixing different types of batteries, or old and new batteries.
•  Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as those recommended.

The Proto-Z is equipped with a rechargeable 3.7V LiPo battery. 
Please pay attention to the following cautions for safe use:

•  Do not dispose of battery into fi re or heat.
•  Do not use or leave battery near a heat source, such as fi re or a heater.
•  Do not strike battery or throw it against a hard surface.
•  Do not pierce battery.
•  Do not disassemble or alter battery.
•  Turn off power switch after use.
•  Recycle used batteries.

Contents

Do not touch the 
spinning blades or 

fl y over another person’s 
head. Adult supervision is 
required.

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GET READY TO FLY

Plug the charger into a USB port 
and Proto-Z as shown. (The battery 
connector will only fi t in one way. Do 
not force the connectors together.)

The red LED will be on when charging.
The red LED will go off once charged.

IMPORTANT!

The Proto-Z must be powered 
off before charging.

Set the Proto-Z on a level surface. 
Turn on the controller and then the 
Proto-Z. The LED on the Proto-Z and 
the controller will fl ash.

Move the left stick to 
full throttle (“BEEP”), 
then back to the 
bottom (“BEEP”). The 
Proto-Z is armed and 
LEDs are solid.

Switch on controller. Make 
sure left stick is down.

LED

Off

On

NEVER

 leave the Proto-Z unattended when 

charging.

DO NOT

 allow the USB port to power down 

when connected to the Proto-Z.

ALWAYS

 unplug the Proto-Z when charging 

is complete.

BC

4814

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