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Note: install the Vector software if you will be using the EagleEyes with the Vector.
Install the OSD Pro software if you will be using the EagleEyes with the OSD Pro, or if you will not be using the EagleEyes with an OSD.
Now, run the software. The EagleEyes should appear in the list of devices that are available for firmware update. NOTE: make sure that you have
connected the EagleEyes to USB before powering the EagleEyes with the barrel power connector, for proper operation.
Also, note that with some
PC’s, it may be necessary to power the EagleEyes via the barrel connector when it is connected to USB, for firmware update. If a firmware
update error is generated in the software, please repeat the firmware update procedure with power connected to the barrel connector.
IMPORTANT: It is required that all of your hardware has matching firmware installed, for correct operation.
Each time you install a new
version of our software, both your OSD and the EagleEyes must be checked for required firmware updates.
Mounting the EagleEyes
How the EagleEyes is mounted depends primarily on your other ground equipment, and the EagleEyes features you will be using.
The EagleEyes can simply be set on a table-top at your flying location. The EagleEyes unit is protected and covered with clear heatshrink tubing.
If you plan on mounting the EagleEyes board directly to a pan/tilt tracker, two ways to do this are to use a long plastic “zip” tie or a Velcro strip
passed through two holes in your tracker mount, or to use pieces of adhesive Velcro tape on the bottom of the EagleEyes board, attached to the
heatshrink. Other mounting options are possible.
CAUTION: like any other electronic equipment, the EagleEyes should not be exposed to water!
Connecting your EagleEyes
The connections to the EagleEyes are as follows, as shown in Figure 1.
IMPORTANT: when disconnecting the RCA cables, please ensure that
you do not put pressure on the components on the bottom side of the EagleEyes board with your fingers! Though they are protected with
the clear heatshrink, components can be damaged or detached if too much force is applied. Instead, grip the edge of the circuit board itself,
or the metal RCA connectors, when unplugging RCA cables.
Primary Audio/Video In –
This input, consisting of two RCA connectors, supplies the EagleEyes with the video and audio input signal. Normally,
your wireless video receiver is connected to this input via two RCA male-male cables. The audio input (the upper RCA connector, red in color) is a
“line level” or “mic level” low power input. Never connect amplified audio to this input! The video input (the lower RCA connector, yellow in
color) accepts standard 75 ohm composite video. Either PAL or NTSC inputs are supported – the input type is automatically detected.
Secondary Audio/Video In –
This input is identical to the Primary input. It is normally used when you have two receivers connected, for receiver
diversity support. Please see the “Receiver Diversity” section below for more information.
Audio/Video Out Channels
– These four outputs are identical. Each provides the signal from the presently selected input (either primary or
secondary). Each audio output (the upper RCA connector, red in color) is a “line level” or “mic level” output. Only connect the audio outputs to
line level or mic level inputs of your A/V devices.
Never attempt to connect speakers directly to the audio outputs!
The video outputs (the
lower RCA connector, yellow in color) are designed to be connected to a standard 75 ohm composite video input.
Power Connection
– The power connection is a standard 2mm “barrel” jack, that accepts the barrel plug commonly used with FPV equipment. The
voltage input can range from 6V to 14V.
USB Connection
– A standard “Mini-B” USB connection is provided. This connection is used for EagleEyes firmware update, and for telemetry.
IMPORTANT: upward force should not be applied to the USB cable when it is connected to the EagleEyes, as the USB connector can be
damaged if it is pulled up with considerable force.
LED Status Indicators
– there are four LED indicators on the EagleEyes, described below:
AV In 1
- indicates that the primary A/V input is selected for routing to the A/V outputs.
AV In 2
- indicates that the secondary A/V input is selected for routing to the A/V outputs.
Diversity
– indicates that the diversity function is active. See the Diversity section for more information.
Telemetry
– this LED flashes each time new telemetry data is received from the Vector or OSD Pro airborne system. If no telemetry
information is being received, this LED will be off.
Buttons
– there are two buttons on the EagleEyes, as described below:
Select/Menu button –
the primary function of this button is to select the active A/V input. Each time the button is pressed, the next A/V input
mode is selected. The selection cycle is: Primary Input, Secondary Input, Diversity. The LEDs indicate the present input mode. The
secondary function of this button is for configuration, which is described in the “Built in Configuration Menu” section below.
Mute/Advance button –
the primary function of this button is to mute (or unmute) the buzzer. The secondary function is for configuration,
which is described in the “Built in Configuration Menu” section below.
Pan/Tilt Servo Connections
– these connections are for the pan and tilt servos of your tracking antenna. The pin-out of the servo connections is as
follows:
Ground – pin nearest the EagleEyes board
Power – middle pin
Signal – pin farthest from the EagleEyes board
