3d-robotics X8 Plus Manuel d'utilisateur

X8+Operation ManualRead before flying!IMPORTANT

8ChargingCharge the battery before your first flight!1 Connect the charger to the power adapter cable and a wall outlet. Connect the red cable to the

9Controller BatteryThe controller is powered by 8 AA batteries (included). The controller’s flight data display allows you to monitor the voltage of t

10Powering the X8Follow these steps to power the X8.2Join the yellow connector on the battery with the yellow connector on the X8; this will power on

11Connecting to a Ground StationTo connect the X8 to a ground station, connect the ground station radio to your laptop or tablet, and power the X8.Tab

12Flight Basics: SafetyTo ensure safe and successful flying, always fly in accordance with your location regulations and these best operating practices.

13Operating LimitsAlways fly within the X8’s operating limits.Maximum Altitude* 100 m (328 ft)Range* 300 m (984 ft) from launch pointGPS Lock GPS lock

14Maneuver the X8 in flight using the controller’s two joysticks.left stick:throttle& yawright stick:pitch& rollLeft StickLeft StickLower the

15Flight TipWhen adjusting orientation, move the left stick horizontally without changing its vertical position.ActivateHold until propellers start sp

16ActivateHold until propellers start spinning.Take-off + LiftRaise just slightly for take offHover + LandLower just slightlyto hoverLeft YawLeftBackF

17!Standard (altitude hold mode)STDfly manuallyStart your flight in standard to select altitude hold mode, and fly manually using the controller.Loite

Meet the X8+Thank you for purchasing an X8+! The X8 is a powerful octocopter platform for aerial video. Review this manual in its entirety before your

18Auto modeAUTOfly a missionSelect auto mode to fly an autonomous mission. The X8 will automatically fly the series of waypoints saved to the autopilo

19land at the launch pointSet the RTL switch to ON to end your flight and return the X8 to the launch point automatically. Once you activate RTL, set

20Failsafesvisual line of sight400 ft(120 m)100 ft (30 m) 5 miles (8 km)400 ft(120 m)visual line of sight400 ft(120 m)100 ft (30 m) 5 miles (8 km)400

21GPS FailsafeThe X8 requires GPS lock before takeoff. Enclosed areas, physical obstructions, and lack of available satellites can affect GPS strength

22Status IndicatorsLow battery, automatic landingLoss of RC signal, automatic landingPre-arm safety check failure. Connect to a ground station and see

23Safety ButtonThe safety button indicates the status of the motors to allow you to arm and disarm the X8 safely.Safety buttonX8 Safety ButtonMotors i

24Flight Procedures: TakeoffFollow these steps to take off. » Propellers are attached tightly to the motors in the correct order and

25ArmAfter completing the checklist, you’re ready to fly! Arming and disarming are important steps that must be completed before takeoff and after land

26Landing1Press and hold the safety button until it blinks red. The motors are now inactive, and the X8 is safe to handle.2To disarm the motors, hold

27MonitoringPress and hold the DN button to access the flight data screens. Press DN again to toggle between screens.current flight modecontroller batt

ContentsParts 2Setup 4Assembly 4Ground Station 5Power Management 7Charging 8Safety 8Controller Battery 9Powering the X8 10C

28MissionsThe X8’s Pixhawk autopilot is capable of flying an autonomous mission without operator input. Ensure that you feel comfortable operating the

29PlanningSelect the DroidPlanner icon, select Editor. Tap to add waypoints, or select the brush tool and draw a path for the X8 to follow.Select Flig

30SavingSelect the option menu in the top-right corner, and select Send Mission. This will save the mission to the X8.On the Flight Plan screen, selec

31InitiatingStabalizeAltitude HoldLoiterFull AutonomyReturn to LaunchStabalizeAltitude HoldLoiterFull AutonomyReturn to LaunchLeft StickFor auto-takeo

32Appendix: TroubleshootingMaintenancePre-Arm Safety Check Failure`If the status LED displays blinking yellow, the X8 is failing one the pre-arm safet

33SpecsBattery: 4S 14.8V 10,000 mAh 10CBattery Dimensions: 6.6 in x 2.6 in x 1.4 in (16.7 cm x 6.5 cm x 3.5 cm)Battery Weight: 803 gAu

ResourcesThank you for being a responsible drone operator. For more information about the X8, visit the pages below.Online information portal: 3DR.co

2PartsUSB adapterGround Station RadioPropeller wrenchAndroid adapterSF propellers (4)SFP propellers (4)Charger and accessoriesGuard bagPixhawk micro-S

3Micro-USB port (not pictured, side of Pixhawk)X8+Front arms (blue)Rear arms (black)GPS mastPixhawk autopilotSafety buttonStatus LEDAntenna

4Setup: AssemblyThe X8 arrives in travel configuration. Complete these steps to prepare the X8 for flight.1 Unfold Arms12Remove the bolts and thumbnu

52 Unfold LegsRemove the bolts and nuts to the inside of the folded legs (1), unfold the legs, re-insert the bolts, and secure with the nuts (2).3 A

6Ground StationA ground station is a laptop or tablet running an ArduPilot-compatible mission control application. In the field, a ground station help

7Power ManagementThe X8 is powered by a rechargeable lithium polymer (LiPo) battery. When fully charged, the battery provides up to 15 minutes of flig