3D R Solo S110A User manual

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Solo User Manual V7
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Solo is a trademark of 3D Robotics, Inc.
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
1.1 System Overview 1
1.2 Aircraft Overview 2
1.3 Controller Overview 3
1.4 Operating Parameters 4
1.5 Autopilot 5
1.6 Propulsion 5
1.7 LED Meanings 5
2 Setup 6
2.1 In the Box 6
2.2 Battery 6
2.3 Controller 8
2.4 Propellers 9
2.5 Camera 9
2.6 Mobile App 11
3 The Solo Gimbal 15
3.1 In the Box 15
3.2 Gimbal Installation 15
3.3 Gimbal Operation 21
4 Safety 24
4.1 Location 24
4.2 Environmental Awareness 24
4.3 Visual Line of Sight 24
4.4 Flight School 25
4.5 Propellers 25
4.6 GPS 25
4.7 Home Position 25
4.8 Altitude Limit 26
4.9 Emergency Procedures 26
4.10 Flight Battery 27
4.11 Controller 27
4.12 Antenna Configuration 28
5 First Flight 29
5.1 Preflight Checklist 29
5.2 Takeoff 29
5.3 Landing 30
5.4 Return Home 31
5.5 In-Flight Data 32
5.6 Joystick Control 33
5.7 App Interface Overview 36
6 Smart Shots 37
6.1 Selfie 37
6.2 Cable Cam 39
6.3 Orbit 40
6.4 Follow 41
7 Alerts 43
7.1 Preflight Errors 43
7.2 In-Flight Errors 44
8 Advanced Settings 47
8.1 Advanced Flight Modes 47
8.2 Enabling Advanced Flight Modes 48

8.3 Accessing Advanced Flight Modes 48
8.4 Home Position Safety 48
8.5 Performance Adjustment 49
8.6 Units 49
8.7 Maximum Altitude Adjustment 49
9 Support 50
10 Maintenance 50
10.1 Controller Battery Replacement 50
10.2 Calibrations 51
10.3 Pairing the Controller 52
10.4 Legs 53
10.5 Battery Tray 56
10.6 Motor Mods 57
10.7 Factory Reset 59
11 Appendix 62
11.1 Specifications 62
11.2 Warranty 63
11.3 Regulatory Compliance 63

Figures
Figure 1.1.3.1: Solo System Context Diagram 1
Figure 1.2.4.1: Solo Overview 2
Figure 1.3.10.1: Controller Overview 4
Figure 1.4.1: Solo Operating Parameters 4
Figure 1.6.1: Solo Motor Order 5
Figure 2.1.1: Solo Parts 6
Figure 2.2.1.1: Charing the Solo Smart Battery 7
Figure 2.2.2.1: Powering Solo 7
Figure 2.3.1.1: Controller Charging 8
Figure 2.3.2.1: Power On Controller 8
Figure 2.4.1.1: Attach Propellers 9
Figure 2.5.1.1: Attach Camera 10
Figure 2.5.2.1: Camera Configuration Process 10
Figure 2.6.2.1: Connect to Solo Link 11
Figure 2.6.3.1: App - Settings Menu 11
Figure 2.6.3.2: App - Wi-Fi Settings 12
Figure 2.6.4.1: Controller Preflight Update Prompt 12
Figure 2.6.4.2: App - Software Update 12
Figure 2.6.4.3: App - Connecting Instructions 12
Figure 2.6.4.4: App - Instructions List 13
Figure 2.6.4.5: App - Download Update 13
Figure 2.6.4.6: App - Start Update 13
Figure 2.6.4.7: Controller - Updating 13
Figure 2.6.4.8: App - Update Disconnection
Confirmation 13
Figure 2.6.4.9: Controller Update Complete Displays 14
Figure 2.6.4.10: Controller - Waiting for Solo 14
Figure 2.6.4.11: App - Update Success 14
Figure 2.6.5.1: App - Viewing Video 14
Figure 3.1.1: Solo Gimbal Parts 15
Figure 3.2.1.1: The Frame Removal 16
Figure 3.2.2.1: Connecting cables 16
Figure 3.2.3.1: Positioning the Gimbal Cable 17
Figure 3.2.3.2: Positioning the HDMI Cable 17
Figure 3.2.4.1: Mounting the Gimbal 18
Figure 3.2.5.1: HDMI Plug Positioning 18
Figure 3.2.5.2: Attach GoPro 19
Figure 3.2.5.3: Fasten Camera 19
Figure 3.2.6.1: GoPro Weight Balancing 19
Figure 3.2.7.1: Adding the Sunshade 20
Figure 3.2.9.1: Camera Configuration Process 21
Figure 3.3.1.1: Gimbal Controls 21
Figure 3.3.2.1: LED Gimbal Signal 22
Figure 4.4.1: App Flight School 25
Figure 4.9.5.1: Controller - Motor Shutoff 27
Figure 4.12.1: Controller Antenna Orientation 28
Figure 5.2.1.1: Controller - Start Motors Prompt 29
Figure 5.2.2.1: Controller - Takeoff Prompts 30
Figure 5.3.1: Controller - User-Initiated Landing 30
Figure 5.4.1: Return to Home Button 31
Figure 5.4.2: Return Home Below 15 m 31
Figure 5.4.3: Return Home Above 15m 31
Figure 5.5.1: Controller - In-Flight Data 32
Figure 5.6.1: Controller Left Joystick 33
Figure 5.6.2: Throttle Joystick Behaviors 33
Figure 5.6.3: Yaw Joystick Behavior 34
Figure 5.6.4: Controller Right Joystick Controls 34
Figure 5.6.5: Pitch Joystick Controls 35
Figure 5.6.6: Roll Joystick Controls 35
Figure 5.7.1: App - Main Interface 36
Figure 5.7.2.1: App - Shot List 36
Figure 6.1.1: Selfie Path and Settings 37
Figure 6.1.1.1: App - Selfie Activation 37
Figure 6.1.2.1: App - Selfie Control 38
Figure 6.1.2.2: Controller - Selfie Control 38
Figure 6.1.3.1: App - Selfie Settings 38
Figure 6.2.1.1: App - Cable Cam Setup 39
Figure 6.2.2.1: App - Cable Cam Controls 39
Figure 6.2.2.2: Controller - Cable Cam Controls 39
Figure 6.2.3.1: App - Cable Cam Settings 40
Figure 6.3.1.1: App - Orbit Setup 40
Figure 6.3.2.1: App - Orbit Controls 40
Figure 6.3.2.2: Orbit Controls 41
Figure 6.3.3.1: App - Orbit Settings 41
Figure 6.4.1.1: App - Follow Setup 42
Figure 6.4.2.1: Follow Controls 42
Figure 6.4.3.1: App - Follow Settings 42
Figure 7.1.1.1: Controller - Calibration Alerts 43
Figure 7.1.1.2: Controller - Uneven Surface Alert 43
Figure 7.1.1.3: Controller - Re-Calibration Alerts 43
Figure 7.1.1.4: Controller - Calibration Error Alert 44
Figure 7.1.2.1: Controller - Service Alerts 44
Figure 7.2.1.1: Controller - Altitude Limit Alert 44
Figure 7.2.2.1: Controller - App Connection Alerts 45
Figure 7.2.3.1: Controller - Controller Disconnected Alert 45
Figure 7.2.3.2: Controller - Controller Signal Alerts 45
Figure 7.2.4.1: Controller - GPS Signal Alerts 46
Figure 7.2.5.1: Controller - Low Battery Alerts 46
Figure 7.2.5.2: Controller - Critical Battery Alert 46
Figure 7.2.6.1: Controller - Controller Battery Alerts 46
Figure 8.2.1: App - Advanced Settings 48
Figure 8.3.1: App - A and B Presets 48
Figure 8.5.1: App - Performance Sliders 49
Figure 8.6.1: App - Change Units 49
Figure 8.7.1: App - Altitude Limit 49
Figure 9.1: App - Submit Trouble Ticket 50
Figure 10.1.1: Controller Battery Installation 50
Figure 10.2.1.1: App - Compass Calibration Setup 51
Figure 10.2.1.2: App - Compass Calibration Procedure 51
Figure 10.2.2.1: App - Level Calibration 51
Figure 10.3.1: Pair Button 52
Figure 10.3.2: Detected Solo 52
Figure 10.3.3: Solo Paired 52
Figure 10.4.1: Leg Types 53
Figure 10.4.1.1: Standard Leg Replacement Process 53
Figure 10.4.2.1: Detaching the Antenna from the Leg 54
Figure 10.4.2.2: New Leg with an Existing Antenna 54
Figure 10.4.2.3: Attaching Antenna to a New Leg 54
Figure 10.4.3.1: Compass Connector on Mainboard 55
Figure 10.4.3.2: Insert New Leg with Compass 55
Figure 10.5.1.1: GPS Cover Removal 56
Figure 10.5.2.1: Battery Tray Removal 56
Figure 10.5.2.2: Battery Tray Detachment 56
Figure 10.6.1: LED Cover Removal 57
Figure 10.6.2: Motor Pod Removal 57
Figure 10.6.3: Motor Pod Disconnection 58
Figure 10.6.4: Motor Pod Connection 58
Figure 10.6.5: Motor Pod and LED Cover Attachment 58
Figure 10.7.1: Pair Button 59
Figure 10.7.2: Strobing Pairing Light 59
Figure 10.7.3: Controller Reset 60
Figure 10.7.4: Controller Update 60

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1 Introduction
We designed Solo to be the perfect aerial-video tool. It’s powerful, simple and reliable with intuitive Smart Shots
inspired by our favorite cinema pilots. With Solo, you don’t need a professional camera crew, you can get the
perfect shot every time. We’re excited to share our passion with you and help you see your world from a new
perspective. Join us in capturing the next evolution of creative videography
1.1 System Overview
The Solo system includes Solo, the Controller, and the Solo App. As the operator, you interact with the controller
and app on the ground, and the controller communicates with Solo during flight.
1.1.1 Solo
Solo is a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) powered by four motors and four propellers. Solo’s onboard
computers control navigation, attitude, and communications in flight while sending real-time telemetry and video
output and receiving control inputs over the 3DR Link secure Wi-Fi network. Solo is optimized for capturing aerial
video using a GoPro® HERO camera.
1.1.2 Controller
The controller provides control mechanisms and displays in-flight data on a full-color screen. Using twin long-
range antennas, the controller acts as the central hub for all communication on the 3DR Link network, receiving all
communications from Solo and the app, forwarding telemetry outputs to the app, and managing the transmission of
all control inputs to Solo.
1.1.3 App
The Solo App outputs a live video stream from an onboard GoPro® camera to an Android or iOS device. The App
allows you to view the live video with overlaid telemetry and access a simplified graphic interface for controlling
Solo’s advanced functions. The App also connects to the 3DR SoloLink network to receive video and telemetry
outputs and send control inputs.
Figure 1.1.3.1: Solo System Context Diagram
1.1.4 3-Axis Gimbal
Available separately for Solo is the 3-Axis Solo Gimbal, which provides greater control of GoPro® HERO cameras.
This powerful accessory is fully covered in Chapter 3 of this manual.
Video output
Telemetry output
Control input
Operator
3DR Solo
Controller
3DR Solo
3DR Solo
App
AirGround
3DR Link
Secure WiFi
Network

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1.2 Aircraft Overview
1.2.1 Smart Battery
The battery connects to Solo’s battery bay. Solo’s power button is located on the battery; Solo can be powered only
when the battery is connected.
1.2.2 Motors and Propellers
Solo’s arms are labeled 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. Motors on arms #3 and #4 spin clockwise and use
counterclockwise-tightening propellers with black tops.
1.2.3 Orientation LEDs
Each arm contains an LED for ground-to-air directional awareness; when armed for flight, the two front arms (#1 and
#3) display white, and the two rear arms (#2 and #4) display red. This LED scheme mimics the headlight and taillight
style of a car.
1.2.4 Fixed Camera Mount and HDMI Cable
Solo includes a GoPro® The Frame fixed mount to mount a GoPro® HERO camera. The HDMI cable connects to
the GoPro® to output video during flight.
Figure 1.2.4.1: Solo Overview
Silver-top propeller
Power button
Battery
Rear orientation LEDs
Black-top propeller
Motor
Arm numbering
Front orientation LEDs
Fixed camera mount
HDMI cable
Height: 10.2”
Motor-to-motor: 18.1”
Weight (no camera): 3.3 lbs.

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1.3 Controller Overview
1.3.1 Mobile-Device Holder
Mount an Android or iOS device to run the Solo App and effortlessly integrate the App into the controller’s
operational flow. A user-supplied smartphone or tablet is required to initialize Solo and use Smart Shots.
1.3.2 Joysticks
The controller’s left and right joysticks provide direct manual control of Solo and physical control mechanisms for
use with Smart Shots.
1.3.3 Screen
The controller’s full-color screen provides live in-flight data and prompts for certain Solo functions.
1.3.4 Power Button
Press the power button once to check the controller’s battery level. Hold the power button until you see the
controller startup screen to power on the controller.
1.3.5 Fly Button
The Fly button lets you control Solo’s main flight functions: starting motors, takeoff, land, and activating GPS flight.
1.3.6 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.
1.3.7 Pause Button
The Pause button is Solo’s emergency air brake. Press Pause to stop Solo and hover in place at any time.
1.3.8 Option Buttons
The A and B buttons change functionality based on where you are in the operational flow. The screen shows the
currently assigned functions of A and B at all times. You can program A and B to specific functions using the App.
By default, the A button is assigned to Cable Cam and the B button is assigned to Orbit.
1.3.9 Antennas
The controller’s long-range dipole antennas communicate with Solo during flight. See Section 4.12 for proper
antenna configuration.
1.3.10 Gimbal Controls
Use the paddle, buttons, and dial on the top of the controller are used to control the Solo Gimbal. You can also use
them in some Smart Shots.

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Figure 1.3.10.1: Controller Overview
1.4 Operating Parameters
The following operating parameters apply to Solo. Always operate Solo within these parameters. Solo’s performance
and behaviors may vary significantly if flying in that conditions violate the parameters listed below.
Figure 1.4.1: Solo Operating Parameters
* Flight time varies with payload, wind conditions, elevation, temperature, humidity, flying style,
and pilot skill. Listed flight time applies to elevations less than 2,000 ft above sea level.
** To adjust maximum altitude, see Section 8.7.
*** Depending on environmental conditions
**** This top speed corresponds to Solo when operating in Fly mode. Maximum speeds for advanced
modes may vary; see Section 8.1 for more information.
Antennas
Mobile-device holder
Gimbal controls
Joysticks
Screen
Pause
Return home
Fly
Power
Options
Estimated flight time up to 25 minutes*
Default maximum altitude 150 ft. (46 m) above ground level**
Range .5 miles*** (.8 km)
Payload capacity 1 lb. (450 g)
Cruise speed 18 mph (8 m/s)
Maximum speed 33 mph (15 m/s)****
Wind speed limitation 25 mph (11 m/s)
Operating temperature 32° F - 113° F (0° C to 45° C)

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1.5 Autopilot
Solo uses a Pixhawk 2 autopilot running ArduPilot Copter software. ArduPilot is open-source flight control based on
the MAVlink communication protocol. Pixhawk 2 runs an ARM Cortex-M4 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. This data is input into ArduPilot’s
inertial navigation and position-estimation algorithms and combined with control inputs to send commands to Solo’s
propulsion system.
1.6 Propulsion
Solo uses four brushless 880 Kvmotors and four self-tightening propellers for propulsion. For control and
aerodynamic efficiency, two motors spin clockwise and two motors spin counterclockwise. Navigation in the air is
achieved by mixing propulsion of the four motors to actuate flight control along the roll, pitch, and yaw axes.
Each of the four motors is numbered by the marking on the arm. These numbers correspond to the autopilot
calculations for these commands and are used for indicating motor replacement procedures. Each motor is
controlled by an ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) that regulates the rotation of the motors to achieve the speed
commanded by the autopilot.
Figure 1.6.1: Solo Motor Order
1.7 LED Meanings
Solo’s four LEDs indicate its status during startup and in flight.
• Solid white (front) and red (back): Ready to fly, standard flight configuration
• Pulsing white (front) and red (back): Solo is flying under autopilot control
• Flashing red alternating front and back: Controller signal lost
• Flashing rainbow: Update in progress
• Solid green, then turning off one-by-one: Startup successful
• Solid green without turning off automatically: Startup unsuccessful, please restart Solo
03 01
02 04

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2 Setup
This section covers everything you need to set up Solo out of the box.
2.1 In the Box
Solo includes the Solo Vehicle, the Solo Controller, propellers (four plus two spares), the Solo Smart Battery, the
Solo Smart Battery charger, and a charger for the Solo Controller.
Figure 2.1.1: Solo Parts
2.2 Battery
Solo is powered by the rechargeable Solo Smart Battery, which provides up to 25 minutes of flight time per full
charge. (Note: 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 4.10.
2.2.1 Charging
The level of the battery charge is indicated by the lights below the power button. Press the power button once to
display the current power level. The Solo Smart Battery ships with approximately 50% charge, so charge fully before
your first flight for maximum flight time.
Remove the battery from Solo before charging by holding the release button and sliding the battery towards the
back of Solo. Charge the battery using the designated Solo charger only; using a different charger can damage the
battery or cause a fire.
To charge the battery, connect the Solo charger to the battery and a wall outlet. While charging, the indicator lights
pulse at the current level. There is an additional indicator on the battery charger that turns from red to green when
the battery is fully charged. The battery takes approximately 1.5 hours to charge to 100%.
Storing the Solo Smart Battery at an excessively depleted charge (7 percent and under) for an extended period of
time may result in a shortened battery life or permanent damage to the battery. The optimal storage charge for the
Solo Smart Battery is 50%.
Solo Three silver-top props
& three black-top props
Controller
Solo charger
Controller charger

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Figure 2.2.1.1: Charing the Solo Smart Battery
2.2.2 Powering
To power Solo, insert the Smart 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 powers on, the battery displays an LED
animation and you hear the startup tone. Power Solo only with the designated 3DR Solo Smart Battery; using a
different battery can permanently damage Solo.
Figure 2.2.2.1: Powering Solo
Charge indicator
Charge indicator
Before powering on, make sure Solo is level. Also, make sure Solo is
level before powering on and keep Solo still during startup and while
the sensors initialize. Moving Solo during this process causes the
sensors to calibrate incorrectly and can create a preflight error or affect
in-flight performance.
1 Slide to connect
2 Hold to power

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2.3 Controller
The Solo Controller includes a pre-installed rechargeable lithium ion (Li-ion) battery.
2.3.1 Charging
Charge the controller using the designated controller charger only; using a different charger can damage the
controller or cause a fire.
To charge the controller, connect the controller charger to the barrel jack on the side of the controller and to a
wall outlet. To check the battery level of the controller, press the power button. A fully charged controller lasts for
approximately 6 hours. Always check the controller’s battery level before you fly, and recharge when prompted by
the controller. The controller takes approximately three hours to charge to 100%.
Figure 2.3.1.1: Controller Charging
2.3.2 Powering
To power on the controller, press and hold the controller power button until you see the startup screen.
Figure 2.3.2.1: Power On Controller

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2.4 Propellers
Solo uses two types of self-tightening propellers, indicated by the color of the circle at the center of the propeller.
2.4.1 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 black dots. Make sure to remove the paper labels from the motors before
attaching the propellers.
Silver-top propellers tighten clockwise; black-top propellers tighten counterclockwise. Check the lock and unlock
icons on each propeller to see the correct directions for tightening and removing.
Figure 2.4.1.1: Attach Propellers
2.5 Camera
Solo includes a fixed GoPro® The Frame™ mount for your GoPro® HERO 3, 3+ or 4.
2.5.1 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.
remove motor labelsremove motor labels

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Figure 2.5.1.1: Attach Camera
2.5.2 Settings
For best results, adjust the camera settings for inverted orientation and medium field of view. (Setting the field of
view to medium ensures that you won’t see the propellers in the frame.)
Figure 2.5.2.1: Camera Configuration Process
GoPro®The Frame™
Your GoPro®
HERO 3, 3+ or 4 Mount your GoPro®
upside down.
Connect the HDMI
cable.
Set the GoPro®HERO3
to inverted orientation:
Enable GoPro®HERO4
auto-orientation:
Set the GoPro®to
medium field of view:
GoPro®
Settings
Camera
Orientation
GoPro®
Settings
ORIENTATIONSETUP
OFF
:OFF
:UP
:VIDEO
ORIENTATION
OFF
:OFF
:AUTO
:VIDEO
EXIT
EXIT
RESET CAM
ORIENTATIONSETUP
OFF
:OFF
:UP
:VIDEO
ORIENTATION
OFF
:OFF
:AUTO
:VIDEO
EXIT
EXIT
RESET CAM
Make sure that the Wi-Fi on your GoPro®is turned OFF. Otherwise, it
can interfere with Solo’s communication signals and cause unexpected
behavior.

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2.6 Mobile App
The Solo App provides a streaming-video link to a mobile device and a simple graphic interface for interacting with
Smart Shots and other advanced Solo features.
2.6.1 Install
Visit 3dr.com/soloapp or download “3DR Solo” from the App Store or Google Play Store. 3DR Solo works with iOS
8.0 or later and Android 4.3 or later. For Android, you must also install the “3DR Services” app to your device.
2.6.2 Connect to Solo
To connect the app to Solo’s 3DR Link Wi-Fi network, access the Wi-Fi settings on the mobile device and select
Solo_Link-####. Enter the temporary password “sololink”. Once connected, return to the app to continue. Both Solo
and the controller must be powered on to connect to the App.
Figure 2.6.2.1: Connect to Solo Link
2.6.3 Change SoloLink Password
Once connected to Solo Wi-Fi, change your password to secure your SoloLink network. Select the Settings menu
from the top-left drop-down, and choose Solo to access the options for your drone.
Figure 2.6.3.1: App - Settings Menu
In the Solo menu, select Wi-Fi Settings, and set a new password. The password should be between 8 and 32
characters with no spaces. Select Apply to enable your changes. If you forget your SoloLink password, perform the
factory reset procedure in Section 10.7 to reset the password to the temporary password (sololink).
Settings
Airplane Mode
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Cellular
Solo_Link-####
On
Notifications
Control Center
Do Not Disturb
7:34 PMLTE
General
Sounds
Wallpapers & Brightness
Privacy

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Figure 2.6.3.2: App - Wi-Fi Settings
2.6.4 Update
Before your first flight, use the App to perform the required first-flight update of Solo and the controller. The
Controller will prompt you for the update with the preflight update alert. Ensure that both the controller and Solo
are powered, the controller has at least 50% battery remaining, and the app is connected to Solo Wi-Fi. The total
update process can take up to 10 minutes.
Figure 2.6.4.1: Controller Preflight Update Prompt
To start the update, open the Settings menu in the App, and select Software Update.
Figure 2.6.4.2: App - Software Update
Because your mobile device has never connected to this Solo before, you will need to link your device with Solo
Wi-Fi (SoloLink).
Figure 2.6.4.3: App - Connecting Instructions
ARTOO UPDATE SCREEN FEEDBACK V10C
Update Requirement Screen
Controller updated
Controller update in progress screen
Is displayed after user initiates update in app.
Persists until controller update is successful.
Update complete feedback.
Tells the user that controller update was successful.
HAPTIC: Three 20 millisecond pulses,
to communicate update completion.
A-Press required to dimiss (same as current implementation)
Controller updating
Update will take about 5 minutes
Please ensure charger is connected
Controller may go dark while updating
Please reconnect to Sololink wifi
Press to continue
Returns user to hold-Fly-button screen
Green Solo LEDs (showing update complete) change to
standard red and white when this screen is displayed
preflight update
Required before first flight!
Use 3DR Solo App to update
update error
Solo and Controller have
different software versions
Use 3DR Solo app to update the system
Waiting for Solo
Persists until Solo reconnects
or
Artoo auto-shutdown
Solo-Artoo version mismatch
If Solo and Artoo have a mismatched version on startup
this message is displayed in the update ow in
place of the “preight update” screen.
Press when LEDs are green
Update complete (Connects to matching version Solo)
Prompt stays on screen until update is successful.
Post Unlock Behavior
After system is unlocked, user should be able to y using Artoo / Solo
versions that were last successfully installed.
(Even if they have failed in their most recent update attempt.)
Update unsuccessful (Artoo and Solo version mismatch)
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
Update-unsuccessful screen is displayed
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
“update-unsuccessful”screen is displayed
Update failure
If update fails, display“update unsuccessful”
screen
update unsuccessful
Please use 3DR Solo app to try
the update again
waiting for Solo
Cable Cam Orbit
FLY
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FLY
Hold to start motors

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Then follow these instructions to connect to Solo Wi-Fi.
Figure 2.6.4.4: App - Instructions List
Once connected, return to the App and you will be notified of the current version you are about to update to. To
continue, select Download Update. For this step you will need an Internet connection, either cellular data or Wi-Fi. If
you opt to use Wi-Fi, you’ll need switch from SoloLink to your Wi-Fi network.
Figure 2.6.4.5: App - Download Update
When the App detects an active connection with the controller, it will prompt you to begin the update. (Solo and the
controller must be powered on to connect to Solo Wi-Fi.) To start the update, select Begin.
Figure 2.6.4.6: App - Start Update
While the update is in progress, the controller shows the controller updating display. The controller completes a full
restart as part of the update process, which can take up to five minutes.
Figure 2.6.4.7: Controller - Updating
Because the controller must restart as part of the update process, your device will lose its connection to Solo Wi-Fi.
When you see the display below, select Next to continue.
Figure 2.6.4.8: App - Update Disconnection Confirmation
ARTOO UPDATE SCREEN FEEDBACK V10C
Update Requirement Screen
Controller updated
Controller update in progress screen
Is displayed after user initiates update in app.
Persists until controller update is successful.
Update complete feedback.
Tells the user that controller update was successful.
HAPTIC: Three 20 millisecond pulses,
to communicate update completion.
A-Press required to dimiss (same as current implementation)
Controller updating
Update will take about 5 minutes
Please ensure charger is connected
Controller may go dark while updating
Please reconnect to Sololink wifi
Press to continue
Returns user to hold-Fly-button screen
Green Solo LEDs (showing update complete) change to
standard red and white when this screen is displayed
preflight update
Required before first flight!
Use 3DR Solo App to update
update error
Solo and Controller have
different software versions
Use 3DR Solo app to update the system
Waiting for Solo
Persists until Solo reconnects
or
Artoo auto-shutdown
Solo-Artoo version mismatch
If Solo and Artoo have a mismatched version on startup
this message is displayed in the update ow in
place of the “preight update” screen.
Press when LEDs are green
Update complete (Connects to matching version Solo)
Prompt stays on screen until update is successful.
Post Unlock Behavior
After system is unlocked, user should be able to y using Artoo / Solo
versions that were last successfully installed.
(Even if they have failed in their most recent update attempt.)
Update unsuccessful (Artoo and Solo version mismatch)
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
Update-unsuccessful screen is displayed
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
“update-unsuccessful”screen is displayed
Update failure
If update fails, display“update unsuccessful”
screen
update unsuccessful
Please use 3DR Solo app to try
the update again
waiting for Solo
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The controller restarts and displays a green checkmark to indicate that the controller was updated successfully.
When you see the green checkmark on the controller, reconnect to Solo Wi-Fi in the app and press A on the
controller to continue the update.
Figure 2.6.4.9: Controller Update Complete Displays
After you press A, Solo restarts to complete the update. While Solo restarts, the controller displays “waiting for
Solo.”
Figure 2.6.4.10: Controller - Waiting for Solo
When the update is complete, Solo’s LEDs turn green, the controller returns to the standard takeoff screen, and the
App shows that the software is up to date. After displaying green, Solo’s LEDs return to the standard white-and-red
pattern. If you do not see white-and-red LEDs after a few minutes following the update, restart Solo.
Figure 2.6.4.11: App - Update Success
2.6.5 View Video
After the update is complete, select Fly Solo to view video in the app. Solo, the controller, and the GoPro® must be
powered on to view video. Before your first flight, verify that you can see video. If the video is inverted, see section
2.5.2.
Figure 2.6.5.1: App - Viewing Video
ARTOO UPDATE SCREEN FEEDBACK V10C
Update Requirement Screen
Controller updated
Controller update in progress screen
Is displayed after user initiates update in app.
Persists until controller update is successful.
Update complete feedback.
Tells the user that controller update was successful.
HAPTIC: Three 20 millisecond pulses,
to communicate update completion.
A-Press required to dimiss (same as current implementation)
Controller updating
Update will take about 5 minutes
Please ensure charger is connected
Controller may go dark while updating
Please reconnect to Sololink wifi
Press to continue
Returns user to hold-Fly-button screen
Green Solo LEDs (showing update complete) change to
standard red and white when this screen is displayed
preflight update
Required before first flight!
Use 3DR Solo App to update
update error
Solo and Controller have
different software versions
Use 3DR Solo app to update the system
Waiting for Solo
Persists until Solo reconnects
or
Artoo auto-shutdown
Solo-Artoo version mismatch
If Solo and Artoo have a mismatched version on startup
this message is displayed in the update ow in
place of the “preight update” screen.
Press when LEDs are green
Update complete (Connects to matching version Solo)
Prompt stays on screen until update is successful.
Post Unlock Behavior
After system is unlocked, user should be able to y using Artoo / Solo
versions that were last successfully installed.
(Even if they have failed in their most recent update attempt.)
Update unsuccessful (Artoo and Solo version mismatch)
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
Update-unsuccessful screen is displayed
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
“update-unsuccessful”screen is displayed
Update failure
If update fails, display“update unsuccessful”
screen
update unsuccessful
Please use 3DR Solo app to try
the update again
waiting for Solo
Cable Cam Orbit
FLY
12
FLY
Hold to start motors
ARTOO UPDATE SCREEN FEEDBACK V10C
Update Requirement Screen
Controller updated
Controller update in progress screen
Is displayed after user initiates update in app.
Persists until controller update is successful.
Update complete feedback.
Tells the user that controller update was successful.
HAPTIC: Three 20 millisecond pulses,
to communicate update completion.
A-Press required to dimiss (same as current implementation)
Controller updating
Update will take about 5 minutes
Please ensure charger is connected
Controller may go dark while updating
Please reconnect to Sololink wifi
Press to continue
Returns user to hold-Fly-button screen
Green Solo LEDs (showing update complete) change to
standard red and white when this screen is displayed
preflight update
Required before first flight!
Use 3DR Solo App to update
update error
Solo and Controller have
different software versions
Use 3DR Solo app to update the system
Waiting for Solo
Persists until Solo reconnects
or
Artoo auto-shutdown
Solo-Artoo version mismatch
If Solo and Artoo have a mismatched version on startup
this message is displayed in the update ow in
place of the “preight update” screen.
Press when LEDs are green
Update complete (Connects to matching version Solo)
Prompt stays on screen until update is successful.
Post Unlock Behavior
After system is unlocked, user should be able to y using Artoo / Solo
versions that were last successfully installed.
(Even if they have failed in their most recent update attempt.)
Update unsuccessful (Artoo and Solo version mismatch)
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
Update-unsuccessful screen is displayed
Update Timeout
If update does not complete in X minutes
“update-unsuccessful”screen is displayed
Update failure
If update fails, display“update unsuccessful”
screen
update unsuccessful
Please use 3DR Solo app to try
the update again
waiting for Solo
Cable Cam Orbit
FLY
12
FLY
Hold to start motors

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3 The Solo Gimbal
The optional Solo Gimbal holds your GoPro® camera and lets you control it remotely. It taps Solo’s intelligence to
get perfectly automated shots, plus rock-solid footage, GoPro® control and charging, and long-range HD video
feed. With the 3-Axis Solo Gimbal, you get:
• Smooth and fluid HD footage every flight.
• Start and stop recording (HERO4 models) while you fly so you can pick and choose the shots you want.
• Footage stabilized to within 0.1 degree of pointing accuracy for enhanced Smart Shots.
• Fine-grain camera tilt control, including angle presets and instant speed adjustment.
3.1 In the Box
The Solo 3-Axis Gimbal package includes the Solo Gimbal, the sunshade, four balance weights for the GoPro®
camera, and a screwdriver for installing the Gimbal.
Figure 3.1.1: Solo Gimbal Parts
To install the Solo Gimbal and start utilizing its features, follow these Solo Gimbal installation instructions:
3.2 Gimbal Installation
Before installing the Solo Gimbal, make sure the firmware on Solo and your GoPro as well as the Solo App on your
mobile device are up to date for the best performance.
Recommended versions:
• Solo: 1.2.0 or greater
• Solo App: 1.2.0 or greater
• GoPro: 3.00.00 or greater
Balance weights (4)
Solo Gimbal
Sunshade Screwdriver