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If the copter does not function properly after takeoff, land immediately and disconnect
the copter power. Then put all the switches in the proper position for initialization and
turn the power back on to the copter.
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Count down timer should be set correctly depending on battery capacity. This can be adjusted
to your flying style. The timer should engage at ¼ throttle and trigger an alarm at the proper
time. This is a backup alarm in case the indicator lights on the copter are not visible.
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Turn on Photography Tx
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Check Model Selection on Tx – should read Zenmuse
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Check Tx battery voltage (above 5.4v for Futaba 14ch)
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HDMI switch Off
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Freestyle switch Off (FPV On)
These settings above are required to initialize the Zenmuse properly. If the switches
are in the incorrect position, it will not initialize properly which may cause some of
the functions like live video or gimbal operation to not operate properly.
If the camera or gimbal do not function properly, disconnect the copter power. Then
put all the switches in the proper position for initialization and turn the power back on
to the copter.
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Engage power to copter
Plug in the 2 battery packs. Typically the battery packs use red T-style connectors in a
parallel wire harness. This Y-harness has a yellow connector. It is preferable to
connect the batteries to the Y-harness first, then plug in the yellow connector. This
reduces (but does not eliminate) electrical arcing.
6 quick chirps should be heard confirming 6S LiPoly batteries are recognized by the
ESCs.
Hearing less than 6 chirps indicates fewer cell battery packs are being
recognized which is incorrect. Check for improper or damaged batteries.
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Do not move or vibrate the Squadcopter until 30 seconds after full GPS Lock
Initial 3 red blinks is normal meaning no GPS lock. No red flashes indicates full GPS
lock.
Continue with checklist as you are waiting for full GPS lock, but do not move the
copter.
If the GPS takes more than 5 minutes to lock, there is a problem with the area. It is not
receiving the proper signals from the satellites. GPS signals are weak, so trees, people,
buildings, terrain, weather, have an effect. Move the copter into a more open area
where it can more easily see the satellites.
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Check Copter Voltage from both Tx’s (transmitters)
The transmitters receive a signal from the corresponding receivers. The voltages are
regulated to about 5v. If the voltage is below 4.4v or above 6v do not fly. There may
be power regulation issues. The receivers cannot work outside this voltage
consistently. Also there is some issue if the voltage is outside that range which should
be resolved before flying.
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Engage Attitude Mode – Must achieve double amber flash
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Engage GPS Mode – Must achieve double purple flash
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Engage course cock mode – Must achieve double green flash
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Disengage course lock mode. Must achieve double purple flash. Stay in this mode until just
prior to takeoff, after takeoff at any time, or do not use.
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Do not engage motors. Set throttle to center position. Must achieve single purple flash when
in GPS mode.
To verify that the sticks are all centered properly:
