Blade CG02+ 3-Axis User manual

®CG02+ 3-Axis
Brushless Camera/Gimbal
Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di Istruzioni

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WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product
before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal
property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some
basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury
or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult
supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instruc-
tions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance.
It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or
use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm
when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a
little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND
a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral
damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of
Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for
this product.
Meaning of Special Language
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

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• Always keep a safe distance in all directions
around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This
model is controlled by a radio signal subject to in-
terference from many sources outside your control.
Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away
from full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings
for this and any optional support equipment
(chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and any-
thing electrical out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment
not specifically designed and protected for this
purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth
as it could cause serious injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter
batteries.
• Always keep the aircraft in sight and under control.
• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Always keep the transmitter powered on while the
aircraft is powered.
• Always remove batteries before disassembly.
• Always keep moving parts clean.
• Always keep parts dry.
• Always let parts cool after use before touching.
• Always remove batteries after use.
• Never operate an aircraft with damaged wiring.
• Never touch moving parts.
Safety Precautions and Warnings

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Table of Contents
Box Contents
Box Contents ........................................................... 4
Technical Specifications........................................... 5
Loading the CGO2 App to Your WiFi Smart Device..... 5
Gimbal Components................................................. 6
Installing the Mounting Plate.................................... 7
Installing the Gimbal ................................................ 7
Routing the Wiring ................................................... 8
Connecting the Gimbal............................................. 9
Transmitter Programming ...................................... 10
Using the Gimbal ................................................... 10
Using the CGO2 App............................................... 11
LED Codes ............................................................ 11
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 12
Optional Parts........................................................ 12
Limited Warranty ................................................... 14
Service Contact Information................................... 16
FCC Information..................................................... 16
IC Information........................................................ 17
Compliance Information for the European Union..... 17
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A.CG02+ 3-axis camera/gimbal
B.Chroma™mounting plate
C.350 QX3 mounting plate
D.(3) M2.5 x 10 mounting screws
E. 4 pin Y-harness
F. 3-wire signal lead (not used)
G.2-wire power lead (not used)
H.4-pin to servo harness (not used)

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Technical Specifications
Loading the CGO2 App to Your WiFi Smart Device
Dimensions LxWxH (with lens): 3.00 x 101.62 x 129.12mm
Weight: 163 g
Working Voltage: 12V
Wireless Frequency Range:
North America: 5745MHz–5825MHz**
Europe: 5180MHz–5240MHz**
Lens Sensor: 16M
Angle of view: 155°
Controlled Rotation Range: Pitch Axis Control: –90°–0°
Effective Pixels: 16 million
White Balance: Automatic
Focusing System: Fixed
Microphone Onboard
Storage Temperature: –20°–60°C
Working Temperature: 0°–50°C
• Download the free CGO2+ App to your smartphone or
tablet at the iTunes App Store or Google Play Store.
• Install the app to your WiFi capable device.
**IMPORTANT: Your WiFi capable device must operate in the same wireless frequency range as broadcast by the
product purchased in your region.

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Gimbal Components
Left side Right side
Front
LEDMicrophone
Bottom
Camera lense
Mounting rails
WiFi antenna
Micro SD
card slot
12V gimbal
power port
PWM ports

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Installing the Mounting Plate
Installing the Gimbal
The CGO2+ camera gimbal is compatible with
350 QX3 and Chroma™quadcopters. Install the
appropriate mounting plate using the 3 included
M2.5 x 10 screws. Do not overtighten.
IMPORTANT: If you are mounting the CGO2+ to the
350 QX3, you must first install the 350 QX3 tall
landing gear (BLH8105).
Install the gimbal by lining up the mounting rails of the
gimbal and the mounting plate and pushing towards
the rear of the plate as shown at left until it locks into
place.
To remove the gimbal, push in the retaining clip at
the front of the mounting plate and pull the gimbal
forward.
Connect the harness from the gimbal to either
the exposed wire harness from the 350 QX3 or
to the recessed plug in the bottom of the Chroma
quadcopter.

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Transmitter Programming
Transmitter control of the pitch angle of the CG02+ is
possible with most 6-channel and above Spektrum™
transmitters. Control of the pitch angle in flight is
achieved on the DX6i and DX6 by temporarily using
the throttle control stick to adjust pitch. If you are
using the DX7s, DX8, DX7, DX9 or DX18, pitch control
is achieved via the rotary knob on your transmitter.
To program your transmitter:
DX6i
• Set the Channel 6 (FLAP) Travel Adj. to
120 up and 100 down.
• Set the values in the FLAP menu to
100 up and 100 down.
To change gimbal angle BEFORE starting the motors
for flight, set the flap switch to position 1. The throttle
stick will now control the angle of the gimbal. Set the
flap switch to position 0 before flight.
To change the gimbal angle IN FLIGHT, cycle the flap
switch to position 1. The throttle stick will now control
the gimbal angle for approximately 5 seconds before
returning to throttle control. Return the flap switch to
position 0.
DX6
In Channel Input Configuration:
• Assign channel 6 (AUX1) to switch A.
• Assign Gear to switch B.
In Servo Setup:
• Reverse AUX1.
• Set the travel values for AUX1 to:
120%
140%
To change the gimbal angle BEFORE starting the
motors for flight, set switch A to position 1. The
throttle stick will now control the angle of the gimbal.
Set switch A to position 0 before flight.
To change the gimbal angle IN FLIGHT, cycle switch
A to position 1. The throttle stick will now control
the gimbal angle for approximately 5 seconds
before returning to throttle control. Return switch A to
position 0.
DX7s
In Channel Input Configuration:
• Assign Channel 7 Input (AUX2) to the rotary knob.
• Assign AUX1 to the Gear switch.
In Servo Setup:
• Set the Channel 6 (AUX1) travel to the values below:
120%
140%
To change the gimbal angle, set the gear switch
to position 0 and adjust the angle of the gimbal by
rotating the knob on your transmitter at any time.
DX8
In Channel Input Configuration:
• Assign Channel 7 Input (AUX2) to the rotary knob.
• Assign AUX1 to the Gear switch.
In Servo Setup:
• Set the Channel 6 (AUX1) travel to the values below:
120
140
To change the gimbal angle, set the gear switch
to position 0 and adjust the angle of the gimbal by
rotating the knob on your transmitter at any time.

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DX7, DX9, DX18
In Channel Input Configuration:
• Assign Channel 7 Input (AUX2) to R Knob.
• Assign AUX1 to A.
In Servo Setup:
• Set the AUX1 travel to the values below:
140
120
To change the gimbal angle, set switch A to position 0
and adjust the angle of the gimbal by rotating the
R Knob at any time.
ST10+ Personal Ground Station
The ST10+ requires no additional programming to use
the CGO2+. Proceed to “Using the CGO2+ With Your
ST10+ Personal Ground Station.”
Using the Gimbal
1. Insert the micro SD card into the slot on the bottom
of the camera.
2. Place the quadcopter on a flat and stable surface.
Ensure there are no obstructions in the path of the
CG02 GB.
3. Switch on your transmitter.
4. Switch on your quadcopter.
After the CGO2+ powers on, the LED will glow red for
approximately 40 seconds while the gimbal initializes.
When the LED changes to green the CGO2 is ready to
connect via WiFi.
See the “Using the CGO2 App” section for instructions
on how to connect your gimbal to your smart device
and for a description of the camera controls available.
The gimbal will now compensate for any roll, pitch
and yaw movements encountered by your quadcopter
in flight.
If desired, you may change the pitch angle of
the gimbal at any time using your programmed
transmitter controls.

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Using the CGO2 App
• With the CGO2+ powered on, open the WiFi
settings on your smartphone or tablet and
connect to the CGO2 GB network
(CGO2 GB_******) using the password
“1234567890”.
• Open the CGO2 GB App on your device.
You can now take still photos or start/stop recording
video by using the on-screen controls on your
device.
It is possible to take still photos at any time, even
while you are recording live video.
Be sure to check for updates to the CGO2 App in the
iTunes App Store, or Google Play Store.
Using the CGO2+ With Your ST-10+ Personal Ground Station
NOTICE: The ST-10+ transmitter is not compatible
with any receiver equipped with Spektrum™DSM®,
DSM2®or DSMX®technology.
1. Insert the micro SD card into the slot on the bottom
of the camera.
2. Place the quadcopter on a flat and stable surface.
Ensure there are no obstructions in the path of the
CG03.
3. Switch on your transmitter.
4. Switch on your quadcopter.
After the CGO2+ camera powers on, the LED on the
gimbal will glow red for approximately 40 seconds.
When the LED changes to yellow, complete the
following steps to bind the CGO2+ to the ST-10+:
5. Select Flight Settings from the main menu on the
ST-10+.
6. Select the Bind option.
7. Under Camera, select the CGO2 network
(CGO2_******).
8. Touch the Password line on the screen and enter
the password “1234567890” on the touchscreen.
9. Select OK.
10. The ST-10+ will indicate a successful connection.
Select OK.
11. Return to the Main Menu.
The live video feed is now visible on the ST-10+
display.
Double tap on the image to expand the video to fill the
display. Double tap again to return to the main menu
with live video.

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LED Codes
Green Blue YellowRed
Initializing..................................................................
Ready to connect to WiFi...........................................
Video recording.........................................................
SD card error ............................................................
WiFi error..................................................................
Use the buttons on the top of the ST-10+ to control the camera functions and the left slider to control
the vertical angle of the camera gimbal.
Video Start/
Stop Button
Photo
Button
Camera Tilt Slider

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The gimbal vibrates after
switching ON
Gimbal did not initialize correctly
or was obstructed
Re-initialize with the gimbal clear of
obstructions
Gimbal does not respond to
control input Gimbal did not initialize
Keep the quadcopter and gimbal level
and immobile for 5 seconds after
switching ON
Gimbal is not ON Incorrect gimbal connections Correctly connect gimbal
Gimbal does not respond to
transmitter Incorrect transmitter set up
Review transmitter programming
section and make corrections to
transmitter set up
Gimbal does not respond
to control inputs. RED and
BLUE LEDs are solid
Incorrect gimbal connections Correctly connect gimbal
Gimbal is not ON and RED
LED flashes slowly Gimbal gyro board damage Contact Horizon Product Support
Gimbal LED Flashing RED in
Angle or Velocity Mode Sensor Error Check for correct gimbal connection or contact Horizon Product Support
Optional Parts
Part # Description
BLH8105 Tall Landing Gear Set: 350 QX3

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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 modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Antenna Separation Distance
When operating your CGO2+ camera gimbal, please
be sure to maintain a separation distance of at least
20 cm between your body (excluding fingers, hands,
wrists, ankles and feet) and the antenna to meet RF
exposure safety requirements as determined by FCC
regulations.
FCC Information

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Compliance Information for the European Union
Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union
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of with other waste. Instead, it is the
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waste equipment by handing it over
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IC Information
This device complies with Industry Canada license-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

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