altura ZENITH ATX8 User manual

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ALTURA ZENITH
USER MANUAL
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ALTURA ZENITH USER MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing our product. P l e a se visit the Aerialtronics we b site , to confirm if the
printed m a nu a l is the l a te st one according to the m a nu a l ve r si o n . If not, p l e a se d o wn l oa d and
refer to the l a te st m a nu a l.
P l e a se read the entire m a nu a l strictly and follow these steps to use you product. The m a nu a l
will give you an overview of how the system operates .
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INTRODUCING THE ALTURA ZENITH
Unprecedented quality
The Altura Zenith sets a precedent for the design of unmanned aircraft systems, by combining
state of the art technology with remarkably flat, compact and lightweight design. Starting from
scratch enabled the generation of a radically novel idea: developing a multi-rotor aircraft system
that can meet a wide variety of application requirements without compromising on design.
The Altura Zenith, fly tomorrows innovation today!

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DISCLAIMER & WARNING
Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the Altura Zenith. By using this aircraft, you
hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read them fully. THIS PRODUCT IS
NOT SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE UNDER THE AGE OF 18.
The Altura Zenith is an excellent flight platform offering an excellent flight experience, only in a
good working condition. Despite the Altura Zenith having a built-in autopilot system and our
efforts in making the operation of the controller as safe as possible when the main power
battery is connected, we strongly recommend users to remove all propellers when calibrating
and setting parameters. Make sure all connections are good, and keep children and animals
away during firmware upgrade, system calibration and parameter setup. Aerial Group B.V.
accepts no liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this
product in the following conditions:
1. Damage(s) or injuries incurred when users are drunk, taking drugs, drug anesthesia,
dizziness, fatigue, nausea and any other conditions no matter physically or mentally that
could impair your ability.
2. Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly flying the aircraft without a license, permission
or exemption from the relevant authorities with regard to the aircraft, the operation of the
aircraft and all persons flying the aircraft.
3. Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly flying the aircraft without the legally required
aviation insurance.
4. Damage(s) or injuries caused by subjective intentional operations.
5. Any mental damage compensation caused by accident.
6. Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate.
7. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-Aerialtronics accessories and parts.
8. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third party products or fake Altura Zenith products.
9. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mis-operation or subjective mis-judgment.
10. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging.
11. Damage(s) or an injury caused by continued flying after low- voltage protection alert is
triggered.
12. Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly flying the aircraft in abnormal condition (such
as water, oil, soil, sand and other unknown material ingress into the aircraft or the
assembly is not completed, the main components have obvious faults, obvious defect or
missing accessories).
13. Damage(s) or injuries caused by flying in the following situations such as the aircraft in
magnetic interference area, radio interference area, government regulated no-fly zones or
the pilot is in backlight, blocked, fuzzy sight, and poor eyesight is not suitable for operating
and other conditions not suitable for operating.

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14. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using in bad weather, such as a rainy day or excessive
winds, snow, hail, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes etc.
15. Damage(s) or injuries caused when the aircraft is in the following situations: collision, fire,
explosion, floods, tsunamis, subsidence, ice trapped, avalanche, debris flow, landslide,
earthquake, etc.
16. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, audio or video material
recorded by the use of aircraft.
17. Damage(s) or injuries caused by the misuse of the battery and battery chargers.
18. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of Aerial Group B.V. liability.
CAUTION ON INVASION OF PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
Recording and circulating an image of an individual may constitute an infringement of their
image and privacy for which you could be liable. Ask for authorization before filming individuals,
particularly if you want to keep your recordings and/or circulate images on the Internet or any
other medium. Do not circulate a degrading image or one, which could undermine the reputation
or dignity of an individual. The use of the aircraft for illegal surveillance or espionage is strictly
forbidden and could result in your prosecution under the law. Check that your use of the
payloads complies with the legal provisions on the protection of privacy.
Altura Zenith operators and pilots should be aware that the collection of images of identifiable
individuals, even inadvertently, when using surveillance cameras mounted on a Remotely
Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS), might be subject to the Data Protection regulations, they
contain requirements concerning the collection, storage and use of such images, you should
ensure that they are complying with any such applicable requirements or exemptions.

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CAUTION BEFORE USE&
Please check the following steps carefully every time before flight.
1. Before operating the aircraft, you are required to attend manufacturer flight training.
2. Before operating the aircraft make sure that it is adequately insured.
3. Before operating the aircraft make sure you are compliant with all relevant legal,
technical and operational requirements and considerations with regard to aircraft in
general and specifically Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS).
4. Check that all parts of the aircraft are in good condition according to the latest Altura
Zenith pre-flight checklists before flight. Do not fly with damaged parts.
5. Check that the propellers and the motors are installed correctly and firmly before flight.
Make sure the rotation direction of each propeller is correct. Do not get close to or even
touch the working motors and propellers to avoid serious injury.
6. Do not over load the aircraft should not exceed 2,9 kg (ATX8)
7. Make sure that the transmitter battery and flight batteries are fully charged.
8. The fast rotating propellers of the Altura Zenith will cause serious damage and injury.
Always fly the aircraft 3m or above away from you and unsafe conditions, such as
obstacles, crowds, high-voltage lines, etc.
9. All parts must be kept out of the reach of children to avoid CHOKE HAZARD; if a child
accidentally swallows any part you should immediately seek medical assistance.
11. DO NOT use the Altura Zenith transmitter (receiver) with any other third party remote
control equipment.
12. ONLY use the Altura Zenith original 16-inch nylon propellers or the original 17-inch
carbon propellers.
If you have any problem you cannot solve during installation, please contact Aerialtronics.
Periodically review the tech support section at www.Aerialtronics.com for
updates and additional technical information regarding this product.

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TRADEMARKS
Aerialtronics and Altura Zenith are registered trademarks of Aerial Group B.V. Names of
product, brand, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owner companies. Aerial Group B.V. copyrights this product and manual with all
rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in any form without the
prior written consent or authorization of Aerial Group B.V. No patent liability is assumed with
respect to the use of the product or information contained herein.

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