Ares AZSQ3300 User manual
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AZSQ3300 XView Combo
AZSQ3300M1 XView Combo (Mode 1)
Owner’s Manual
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Specication
Length: .......................... 137.0mm
Width: ............................ 137.0mm
Height: ........................... 38.0mm
Weight: .......................... 42.0g
Flight battery: ............... 1S 3.7V 300mAh LiPo
Transmitter: .................. 2.4GHz with digital trim
Charger: ........................ 1S USB
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................ 4
FCC Information ......................................................................... 4
Safety Precautions ..................................................................... 5
Lawful Operation ........................................................................ 5
LiPo Battery Warnings ................................................................ 6
Contents ..................................................................................... 7
Required to Complete ................................................................ 7
Quadcopter Details .................................................................... 8
Transmitter Details (Mode 1 & 2) ............................................. 9
Charging the Supplied LiPo Battery ........................................10
Preparation for Flight ...............................................................10
Flying Your XView ......................................................................11
Trimming ...................................................................................13
Flight Modes .............................................................................14
360° Flip Mode ........................................................................14
Intelligent Orientation Mode ....................................................14
Flying the XView in FPV Mode.................................................. 16
Controlling the XView with your Smartphone .........................16
Using the Optional Ares VR Headset ....................................... 17
Gyro Recalibration .................................................................... 17
Propeller Identication .............................................................18
Replacement Parts ..................................................................18
Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................19
Warranty, Support & Service ...................................................20
IMPORTANT! This radio control model is not a toy. It must be operated and
own according to these instructions and may cause serious injury to persons
or damage to property if not used responsibly or if operated without due
caution. Unsuitable for children under 14 years of age.
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Introduction
Until now, First Person View (FPV) ying has been an experience we’ve had to
pay a high price to enjoy. Not anymore. Featuring a high-quality WiFi camera
that relays live-view video footage to your own smartphone, the Ares XView
allows you to become fully immersed in the fascinating world of Virtual Reality
(VR) ight. Download and install the free app, clip your smartphone to the
included transmitter mount and enjoy a captivating real-time view as you
skim the stairs, race across the rafters and take a bird’s-eye view of your
back yard. Better still, connect two smartphones, share the FPV experience
with friends, and even record your ight.
FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which
has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations
governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency
range.
The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the
noted certications for this product as authorized for sale and use: USA, UK,
AU and EU
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Safety Precautions
Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the
following instructions can result in damage and / or personal injury. A Radio
Controlled (RC) airplane is not a toy! If misused it can cause serious bodily
harm and damage to property.
Keep items that could become entangled in the propeller(s) away from the
propeller(s), including loose clothing, tools, etc. Be especially sure to keep
your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the propeller(s).
As the user of this product you are solely and wholly responsible for operating
it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in
damage to the product or the property of others.
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to possible
interference from a variety of sources outside your control. This interference
can cause momentary loss of control so it’s advisable to always keep a safe
distance from objects and people in all directions around your model as this
will help to avoid collisions and / or injury.
• Never operate your model if the voltage of the batteries in the transmitter
is too low.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from obstacles, people,
vehicles, buildings, etc.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.).
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and all electronic components out of the
reach of children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronic components. Avoid water
exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. that are not specically
designed and protected for use in water.
Lawful Operation
Please note that specic guidelines exist regarding the lawful ying of ‘Small
Unmanned Aircraft’ and ‘Small Unmanned Surveillance Aircraft’ such as
the camera-equipped Recon. To stay within the law visit the website of your
country’s aviation regulating authority and read the operating guidelines
within which you must operate.
USA: The Federal Aviation Administration – https://www.faa.gov
UK: The Civil Aviation Authority – https://www.caa.co.uk
Australia: The Civil Aviation Safety Authority – https://www.casa.gov.au
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LiPo Battery Warnings
IMPORTANT NOTE: Lithium Polymer batteries are signicantly more volatile
than the alkaline, NiCd or NiMH batteries also used in RC applications.
All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly to prevent property
damage and / or personal injury as the mishandling of LiPo batteries can
result in re. By handling, charging or using the included LiPo battery you
assume all risks associated with LiPo batteries. If you do not agree with these
conditions please return the complete product in new, unused condition to
the place of purchase immediately.
• You MUST charge the LiPo battery in a safe area away from ammable
materials.
• NEVER, at any time, leave the LiPo battery unattended when it’s being
charged.
• When charging the battery you should ALWAYS remain in constant
observation to monitor the charging process and react immediately to
any potential problems that may occur.
• After ying / discharging the battery you must allow it to cool to ambient/
room temperature before recharging.
• To charge the LiPo battery you MUST use only the included charger.
Failure to do so may result in a re causing property damage and/or
personal injury. DO NOT use a NiCd or NiMH charger.
• We recommend charging the LiPo in a proprietary, reproof, dedicated
LiPo charge bag.
If at any time during the charge or discharge process the battery begins to
balloon or swell, discontinue charging or discharging immediately. Quickly
and safely disconnect the battery, then place it in a safe, open area away
from ammable materials to observe for at least 15 minutes. Continuing to
charge or discharge a battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in
a re. A battery that has ballooned or swollen, even a small amount, must be
removed from service completely.
For best results, store the battery at room temperature – approximately
68 – 77°Fahrenheit (F) – and in a dry area.
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Contents
• 1 x XView FPV quadcopter
• 1 x 1S 3.7V 300mAh LiPo
• 1 x 2.4GHz transmitter
• 1 x USB charger
• 1 x Spare propeller set
• 1 x Smartphone mount for transmitter
Required to Complete
• 4 x AA Batteries for the transmitter
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Quadcopter Details
Rear
Front
Camera
Propeller A2
clockwise rotation
Propeller B2
anti-clockwise rotation
Propeller A2
clockwise rotation
Propeller B2
anti-clockwise rotation
Battery Hatch
Landing Skid
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Throttle/
Rudder stick
Left/Right
Rudder trim
Power ON /
OFF switch Left/Right
Aileron trim
LED Power
Light
Elevator/Aileron
stick (and IOM -
press)
360°Flip button
Transmitter Details (Mode 2)
Transmitter Details (Mode 1)
Flight Mode
button
Forward /
Backward
Elevator trim
Elevator/
Rudder stick
Left/Right
Rudder trim
Power ON /
OFF switch Left/Right
Aileron trim
LED Power
Light
Throttle Aileron
stick (and IOM -
press)
360°Flip button
Forward /
Backward
Elevator trim
Flight Mode
button
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Charging The Supplied LiPo Battery
Locate the USB style charger and connect it to the LiPo battery. Note the
orientation of the white two-pin connector and align the slots to ensure correct
polarity.
Plug the USB charger into a suitable USB port noting that the LED on the
charger will glow solid red when connected. A discharged battery will be charged
in approximately 70 minutes and can be seen to be fully charged when the red
LED light goes out. When this happens the battery is ready to use and can be
disconnected from the charge lead.
Preparation for Flight
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the rear battery cover and insert 4 x AA
pencells noting the correct orientation / polarity of each cell. Replace the
battery cover and tighten the screw.
2. Insert the LiPo into the rear of the fuselage and push it home. Connect the
LiPo’s two pin plug to the socket of the quadcopter making sure to align the
slots for correct polarity. Tuck the lead neatly behind the LiPo.
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3. When the battery is connected the LED lights will enter a fast ashing
condition. Place the XView on a level surface to enable the on-board gyro to
be properly calibrated.
4. With the throttle stick in its lowest position, switch the transmitter ON. The
quad’s LEDs will now enter a slow ashing condition and the transmitter’s
light will also ash indicating that the XView and the transmitter are paired.
5. Arm the motors by pushing the throttle stick forward to its stop (Pic.A), then
back to its lowest point (Pic.B). The quad’s LEDs will now stop ashing and
light solid. Your XViewFPV is now ready to y. Before taking off move the
quad to a clear / open space that’s free of people, animals and obstacles,
then stand clear yourself. Position the quad with the battery cover facing
you and the camera facing away. If you’ve never own an R/C quadcopter
before, read the section entitled ‘Flying Your X-View’.
Flying Your XView
Where quadcopter ying is concerned it’s not possible to have too much space.
As such, we recommend that you y your XView in a large enough area to
ensure that control is relaxed and you have time to think. If ying outside we
also recommend that early ights be carried out in calm conditions. If you’re
new to R/C quadcopters set the Agility Mode to ‘Low’ before ying and take
things gently to give yourself time to get familiar with the sensitivity of the
controls. R/C ying is a skill that requires practice to master, so be prepared to
undertake many ights before you get procient. The following is a list of the
controls you have at your disposal. Make sure you familiarize yourself with their
effect on the quadcopter before you y it.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
A
B
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1. Ascend and descend. Gently push the throttle stick
forward to ascend and backward to descend.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
2. Yaw. With the XView in a stable hover, gently move
the rudder stick to the left to yaw (rotate) the quad
in an anticlockwise direction. Move the rudder
stick to the right to yaw the quad in a clockwise
direction.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
3. Roll. With the XView in a stable hover, gently move
the aileron stick to the left make the XView move
sideways to the left. Move the aileron stick to the
right to make the XView move sideways to the
right.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
4. Pitch. With the XView in a stable hover, gently
push the elevator stick forward to move the quad
forward. Gently pull the elevator stick backward to
move the quad backward.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
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UP
DOWN
LEFT RIGHT
Note: With a charged battery the XView will y for approx 4 minutes. At the end
of your ight low battery power will be indicated when the XView’s LED lights
begin to ash. When this happens you should land within 30 seconds and
recharge the LiPo.
Trimming
In order to maintain a suitably stable hover you may nd it necessary to trim the
model to correct any ight path deviation. This is done using the transmitter’s
trim buttons.
1. Deviation in yaw. If the XView displays a natural
tendency to rotate clockwise, use the rudder trim
to correct this by pressing the left side of the
button. If the XView displays a natural tendency to
rotate anticlockwise, use the rudder trim to correct
this by pressing the right side of the button.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
2. Deviation in roll. If the XView displays a natural
tendency to move sideways to the left, use the
aileron trim to correct this by pressing the right
side of the button. If the XView displays a natural
tendency to move sideways to the right, use the
aileron trim to correct this by pressing the left side
of the button.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
3. Deviation in pitch. If the XView displays a natural
tendency to move forward, use the elevator trim to
correct this by pressing the bottom of the button.
If the XView displays a natural tendency to move
backward, use the elevator trim to correct this by
pressing the top of the button.
(Mode 2 Transmitter Shown)
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Note: The trim buttons offer 32 steps, each step indicated by a short beep and
trim center indicated by a prolonged beep.
Flight (Agility) Mode
Flight mode allows you to tailor the performance of your XView to suit your
experience. Three settings are available:
Low - for beginners.
Medium - for those with some quad ying experience.
High - for experienced quad pilots.
To cycle through the settings press the Flight Mode button. A single audible
beep indicates that Low Flight Mode has been selected, two beeps indicates
that Medium Flight Mode is selected and three beeps indicates High Flight
Mode.
360° Flip Mode
Your XView is equipped with a 360° ip function that works in both the pitch
and roll axes. To activate Flip mode press the 360° Flip button. A continuous
beep will be heard and the transmitter light will ash to conrm that the Flip
function is active and ready for your command. At this point simply y the
quadcopter into a hover, push the aileron or elevator stick to its furthest point
of travel, and release. The Recon will perform a 360° ip in the direction of
the stick movement. Once the quad has ipped the function will be cancelled
so that normal ight can resume. Be aware that additional ying space will be
required when performing ips so make sure to practice these with plenty of
space.
Intelligent Orientation Mode
Your XView is equipped with IOM functionality that locks the aileron and elevator
commands to a specic compass bearing no matter which direction the front of
the quadcopter is facing. IOM is perfect for creative video making as it allows
you to disengage the yaw (camera pan) function from the other primary controls
to make combined ying and lming much easier. To activate IOM:
1. Position the quadcopter directly in front of you with the camera facing
forward (i.e. in the direction you wish IOM to use).
2. Without moving the quad, prepare it for ight by connecting the battery and
arming the motors.
3. Select IOM (press the right-hand stick) on the transmitter – a single beep
will be heard and the quad’s lights will ash to conrm that IOM is active.
Note: the lights will now continue to ash until the IOM function is switched
off.
4. To test the IOM function, lift the quad into a stable hover with the camera
facing forward. The quad should respond as normal, i.e. if you push the
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elevator stick forward the quad will y forward, if you pull the stick back it
will y back. Left aileron stick will move it to the left and right aileron stick
will move it to the right. However, if you now yaw the quadcopter 45° to the
left and repeat the process, forward elevator stick will still make it y away
from you, whist pulling back on the elevator stick will bring it back towards
you. Left aileron will continue to move it to the left and right aileron will
continue to move it to the right.
5. Select IOM (press the right-hand stick) once more to switch the function off
and return to normal ight. With IOM switched off the LED lights will stop
ashing and light solid.
If your XView was facing North when IOM was activated this compass bearing
will be stored and reactivated (for the duration of the ight) whenever the IOM
button is pressed. To alter the heading the IOM function must be recalibrated
as below:
1. Prepare your XView for ight and arm the motors.
2. Position the quadcopter directly in front of you with the camera facing
forward.
3. Pull both transmitter sticks as far back as they will go then place the left-
hand stick in the bottom right-hand corner of the gimbal and the right-hand
transmitter stick in the bottom left-hand corner of the gimbal.
4. After a short pause the XView’s LED lights will ash to conrm that re-
calibration is in process. Hold the sticks in position until the lights stop
ashing. Successful recalibration will now have taken place.
IOM (Press)
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Flying Your XView in FPV Mode
To use your XView in FPV mode you will need the free Apple or Android
compatible WiFi_UFO App from the App Store or Google Play. Download and
install the App to your smartphone, then follow these steps to get the system
up and running:
1. Go to the ‘Settings’ and then the ‘WiFi’ menu of your smartphone.
2. Prepare your XView for ight but do not arm the motors at this stage.
3. When the quad is switched on the WiFi_UFO network will appear for
selection in your smartphone’s WiFi network option list.
4. Select the WiFi_UFO network.
5. Exit your smartphone’s ‘Settings’ menu and tap the WiFi_UFO App icon.
6. With the App open, select ‘Play’.
7. Your smartphone is now your FPV monitor and will display the XView
camera’s live footage.
8. Position the spring-clip smartphone holder over the transmitter aerial,
push it rmly into position, then clip your smartphone into the holder.
Controlling the XView Camera with your Smartphone
The WiFi_UFO smartphone interface allows you to record video and still
images to your smartphone’s memory and provides a range of other options,
one of which offers basic four-function control of the quadcopter using your
phone instead of the supplied transmitter. To do this:
1. Prepare your XView for ight by installing the battery and connecting it,
however do not switch on the transmitter.
2. When the quad is switched on the WiFi_UFO network will appear for
selection in your smartphone’s WiFi network option list in the Settings
menu.
3. Select the WiFi_UFO network.
4. Exit your smartphone’s ‘Settings’ menu and tap the WiFi_UFO App icon.
5. With the App open at the home page, select ‘Play’.
6. Now select the OFF icon at the top of the display to activate the quad’s
primary ight controls.
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Using the Optional Ares VR Headset
For a complete, immersive, FPV experience you can clip your smartphone into
the optional Ares VR FPV Headset (AZSQ3312). When using the headset note
that you’ll need to select the Split Screen icon in the ‘Settings’ menu of the
WiFi_UFO App.
WARNING: When ying FPV using the WiFi_UFO App, be aware that incoming
phone calls, text messages and other alerts will temporarily interrupt your
camera view.
Gyro Calibration
If at any point you wish to recalibrate your XView’s gyros to re-establish stable
ight and correct any control malfunction – following a crash, for example –
you can do this in the following way:
1. Prepare your Recon FPV for ight and arm the motors.
2. Position the quadcopter directly in front of you with the camera facing
forward.
3. Pull both transmitter sticks as far back as they will go then place the left-
hand stick in the bottom right-hand corner of the gimbal and the right-
hand transmitter stick in the bottom left-hand corner of the gimbal.
4. After a short pause the XView’s LED lights will ash to conrm that re-
calibration is in process. Hold the sticks in position until the lights stop
ashing. Successful recalibration will now have taken place.
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Propeller Identication
If at any point you damage one of your Recon’s propellers it’s imperative
that the replacement prop is matched with the correct motor, as shown in
the Quadcopter Details section on page 8 of this instruction manual. The
identication numbers of the propellers can be found on the top side near
the center (root section) of the blade. Note that since the blades are a simple
push t on the motor shafts, a gentle tug will easily remove them.
Replacement Parts
AZSQ3301 .............Body shell
AZSQ3302 .............1S 3.7V 300mAh LiPo
AZSQ3303 .............Propeller set
AZSQ3305 .............CW motor
AZSQ3306 .............CCW motor
AZSQ3307 .............Rx PCB
AZSQ3308 .............2.4GHz transmitter
AZSQ3309 .............Landing gear set
AZSQ3310 .............1S 3.7V USB charger
AZSQ3311 .............Propeller Guards
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Problem Diagnosis Cure
The quadcopter lights continue
to ash when the transmitter is
turned on and the quad will not
operate.
1. The quad has failed to pair
with the transmitter.
2. The quad has insufcient
battery power.
1. See the section headed
‘Preparation For Flight’ and
follow steps 2 - 5.
2. Fully charge the LiPo
battery.
The propellers turn but the
quadcopter will not take off.
1. The quad has insufcient
battery power.
2. One or more propeller
blades are damaged or
deformed.
3. Propellers incorrectly
located
1. Fully charge the LiPo
battery.
2. Replace the damaged /
deformed propellers.
3. Check and reposition as
shown on page 8.
The quadcopter shakes in ight. 1. One or more propeller
blades are damaged or
deformed.
1. Replace the damaged /
deformed propellers.
The quadcopter is unstable in
ight and difcult to trim.
1. One or more propeller
blades are damaged or
deformed.
2. One or more of the motors
is faulty.
1. Replace the damaged /
deformed propellers.
2. Replace the faulty motor(s).
The quadcopter is
uncontrollable following a
collision.
1. The gyro may have lost its
settings.
1. Follow the Gyro Calibration
procedure detailed on page
18.
The propellers turn but the
quadcopter will not take-off.
1. The quad has insufcient
battery power..
2. One or more propeller
blades are damaged or
deformed.
3. The propellers are
incorrectly located.
1. Fully charge the LiPo
battery.
2. Replace the damaged /
deformed propellers.
3. Refer to the section entitled
Propeller Identication on
page 18.
Troubleshooting Guide
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Warranty, support and service (UK)
This product is covered by the current statutory guarantee regulations. If you
wish to make a warranty claim, please contact the model shop where you
originally purchased the product from. You should also present your proof of
purchase.
• The guarantee does not cover faults or damage caused by:
• Incorrect handling or operation
• The use of incompatible accessories
• Modication or unauthorised repairs
• Accidental or deliberate damage
• Normal wear and tear
• Using the product outside of its stated specication
Firelands Group LLC accepts no liability for loss, damage or costs which are
incurred due to the incorrect or incompetent use of the product.
CE Conformity Declaration
This device has been tested in accordance with the relevant harmonised
European directives. This product’s design fulls the protective aims of the
European Community relating to the safe operation of this equipment.
For a copy of the Declaration of Conformity, please visit:
www.ares-rc.com/support
Disposal
Electrical equipment marked with the crossed out wheelie bin symbol must
not be disposed of in household waste, but must be taken to a specialist
disposal or recycling system. In EU member countries, electrical equipment
must not be discarded via the normal domestic refuse channels (WEEE
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EG). You
should take unwanted electrical equipment to your nearest local authority
waste collection point or recycling centre.
Distributed in the UK by:
J Perkins Distribution Ltd,
Lenham,
Kent,
UK
ME17 2DL.
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