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- Page 1 Operation Manual...
- Page 2 3DR Support We’re here to help! If you have any questions about your Solo or if you need technical support, don’t hesitate to contact us. online: 3dr.com/support email: [email protected] call: +1 (858) 225-1414 (direct) +1 (855) 982-2898 (toll free in the US and Canada)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents System Description System Overview Aircraft Overview Controller Overview Operating Parameters Autopilot Propulsion Electrical System Communication Setup In the Box Battery Controller Propellers Camera Safety Location Environmental Awareness Propellers Home Position Altitude & Safety Fence Emergency Procedures Power Management Flight Battery Controller 3.10 GPS Management... - Page 4 Figure 1.1.1: Solo System Context Diagram Figure 1.2.1: Solo Exterior Overview Figure 1.2.2: Solo Interior Overview Figure 1.3.1: Controller Schematic Diagram Figure 1.4.1: Solo Operating Parameters & Specifications Table Figure 1.5.1: Solo Onboard Sensors Table Figure 1.6.1: Motor Schematic Diagram Figure 1.6.2: Solo Motor Order Figure 1.7.1: Solo Electrical System...
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Page 5: System Description
Solo. The “3DR Solo” app outputs a live video stream from Solo’s onboard camera to an Android or iOS device. The operator can use the app to view the live video with overlaid telemetry and access a simplified graphic interface for controlling Solo’s advanced functions. -
Page 6: Aircraft Overview
Motors and Propellers Solo’s arms are labelled one through four on the ends of the arms. Motors on arms #1 and #2 spin counterclockwise and use clockwise-tightening propellers with silver tops. Conversely, motors on arms #3 and #4 spin clockwise and use clockwise-tightening propellers with black tops. -
Page 7: Controller Overview
Twin dipole antenna in the legs #1 and #2 send and receive signals from the 3DR Link WiFi network. Mainboard Compass Antenna Figure 1.2.2: Solo Interior Overview 1.3 Controller Overview Mobile-Device Holder Mount an Android or iOS device to run the Solo app and effortlessly integrate the app into the controller’s operation flow. -
Page 8: Figure 1.3.1: Controller Schematic Diagram
The fly button lets you control Solo’s main flight functions: starting motors, auto-takeoff, auto-land, and activating manual flight. Return Home The return-home button allows you to end your flight automatically at any point by returning Solo to its original launch point and landing. Pause Button The pause bottom is Solo’s emergency air brake. -
Page 9: Operating Parameters
STM32F427 processor with 2 MB of flash memory and 256 KB of RAM. Combined with an array of CAN, I2C, SPI, PWM, and UART interfaces, Pixhawk 2 uses a suite of onboard sensors to calculate Solo’s orientation and motion in flight. -
Page 10: Propulsion
Figure 1.5.1: Solo Onboard Sensors Table Location Sensor Manufacturer / Part Number* Data Type Pixhawk 2 FMU Accelerometer InvenSense / MPU6000 Orientation Pixhawk 2 FMU Gyroscope InvenSense / MPU6000 Motion Pixhawk 2 FMU Magnetometer Honeywell / HMC 5983 Cardinal direction... -
Page 11: Electrical System
Solo Link, 3DR Solo GPS, and 3DR Solo Compass. These components have a two-way serial signal link with the mainboard to transfer data between them via the mainboard as a central hub. The LEDs on each arm of Solo are components of the ESCs and receive power and I2C signals via the ESCs. -
Page 12: Communication
3DR Link network and received by 3DR Controller Link which re-transmits the inputs to Solo over the 3DR Link network. The redirection of controls from the app is due to the improved range of the controller’s antennas. -
Page 13: Setup
(Keep in mind that flight time depends on payload, wind conditions, elevation, temperature, humidity, flying style and pilot skill, so the actual flight time may vary.) As a lithium polymer battery, the Solo Smart Battery requires specific handling practices to ensure safe operation and prevent accidents. For more information about battery safety, see section 20. -
Page 14: Figure 2.2.1: Charge Solo Battery
Powering To power Solo, insert the battery into Solo’s battery bay and slide the battery forward until it clicks into place. Press and hold the battery power button to turn on Solo. When Solo power on, the battery will display an LED animation and you will hear the startup tone. -
Page 15: Controller
You need to switch the controller battery for a new or upgraded controller battery. Upgraded controller batteries with double the capacity are available from store.3dr.com. In the case where you need to store the extra controller battery, store it in location where it will not come into contact with metal objects or other batteries. -
Page 16: Propellers
2.4 Propellers Solo uses two types of self-tightening propellers, indicated by the color of the circle at the center of the propeller. Attaching Attach the propellers with silver tops to the motors with a silver dot on the top of the motor shaft, and attach the black-top propellers to the motors with the black dots. -
Page 17: Camera
2.5 Camera Solo includes a fixed GoPro® The Frame™ mount for your GoPro® HERO 3, 3+ or 4. Attaching To attach the camera to the GoPro® The Frame™ fixed mount, insert your GoPro® upside down and connect the Solo HDMI cable to the camera. -
Page 18: App
8.0 or later and Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) or later. Connect to Solo To connect the app to the 3DR Link WiFi network, access the WiFi settings on the mobile device and select Solo_ Link-####. Enter the temporary password “sololink”. Once connected, return to the app to continue. -
Page 19: Figure 2.6.4: Controller Updating Display
After pressing A, Solo will update. The controller will display waiting for Solo and Solo updating (Figure 2.6.6) while the update is in progress. When the update is complete, Solo’s LEDs will display green and the controller will return to the standard startup screen. -
Page 20: Safety
3.1 Location Don’t fly Solo indoors. Always fly in clear, open areas at a safe distance from yourself, other people, power lines, animals, vehicles, trees, and buildings. When flying in areas with potential hazards, maintain 100 feet from any people, vehicles, or structures. -
Page 21: Altitude & Safety Fence
To regain manual control during Smart Shots, press the fly button. Return Home If Solo acquired GPS lock prior to takeoff, press the controller’s home button to return Solo to the launch point and land. Use return home after receiving a low battery notification or to end your flight easily. -
Page 22: Flight Battery
Don’t expose the battery to extreme temperatures. The battery functions optimally when used in -4° F to 140° F; operating Solo at the extremes of this range can affect its performance. If the battery is hot to the touch, wait for it to cool before using or charging. -
Page 23: Gps Management
< 2 mph (1 m/s) After acquiring GPS lock, Solo will enter into standard flight, known as fly mode, and all advanced features and Smart Shots will be available, including return home. If GPS lock is not acquired before takeoff, return to home will be unavailable for the duration of the flight and the user will have the option of taking off in non-GPS-assisted fly:... -
Page 24: Signal Management
Press to take control Figure 3.11.1: Controller Signal Lost Warnings With GPS If there is no GPS lock and the controller signal is lost, Solo will initiate an emergency landing and display the screen shown in Figure 3.11.2. Signal recovered...