DZ DRW657 User manual

User’s Guide for Model DRW657 v1664-01
Six Rotor Drone with
Wi-Fi Camera

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Warnings & Precautions
Important Safety Instructions
• Read and follow all instructions.
• Keep these instructions for future reference.
• Heed all Warnings.
• Intended for children ages 14 and higher. Adult
supervision is required.
• Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
• Before ying, always check the body, rotors, and
battery for any damage or obstructions.
• Battery should be free from cracks or swelling.
• Keep the rotors clear of any obstructions and body
parts to avoid potential damage and injury.
• Manufacturer and dealer assume no liability for
accidental damages from improper use or installation
of parts, or from damage incurred from worn or
broken parts.
• Pilots are responsible for their actions and any
damage caused from improper use.
• Pilots should keep the craft in sight at all times
during ight. If you lose sight of the craft at any time,
power down and cease ight immediately.
• Only y in large, open areas that are free from
obstacles or potential hazards, such as trees, power
lines, ceiling fans, and the like.
• Flying over bodies of water is not recommended.
• Flying at night is not recommended.
• Never try to retrieve the craft from areas you cannot
safely reach, such as rooftops or trees.
• Never launch the craft from your hand.
• Never leave the craft unattended while it is powered
on or while the battery is charging.
FCC Warnings
Warning: Changes or modications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Additional Warnings & Precautions
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture,
dripping, or splashing.
• CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those specied
may result in personal injury.
• WARNING: Changes or modications to this unit
not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
• CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
• Lithium batteries, like all rechargeable batteries, are
recyclable and should be recycled or disposed of
according to state and local guidelines. They should
never be disposed of in normal household waste,
and they should never be incinerated, as they might
explode. Contact your local government for disposal
or recycling practices in your area.
• WARNING: Shock hazard - Do Not Open.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, re, or the like.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If
the battery compartment does not close securely, stop
using the product and keep it away from children.
• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Completely replace all old batteries with new ones.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or
rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
• Batteries should be recycled or disposed of as per
state and local guidelines.
• WARNING: This product may contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause birth
defects, or other reproductive harm (California Prop
65). Wash hands after handling.
• This product meets and complies with all Federal
regulations.

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Table of Contents
Orientation � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �4
Includes
Overview
Remote Control
Assembly � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �6
Attaching the Landing Skids
Attaching the Rotor Guards
Attaching the Smartphone Cradle
Batteries & Charging� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �8
Battery Info
Remote Control Battery Installation
Charge Battery
Install Battery
Flying � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10
Craft/Remote Link
Trim Adjustment � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12
Setting Trim & Countering Drift
Flying Tips & Features� � � � � � � � � � � � � 14
Tips for Safe Operation
Speed Setting
Headless Mode
Flips & Tricks
Wi-Fi Mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16
Smartphone App
Intuitive Mode
Main Screen
Parameters Screen
Flight Screen
Repair � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20
Rotor Replacement
Parts� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 21
Parts Replacement
Troubleshooting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 22
Customer Support � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 23

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Includes
• Remote control: requires 4 AA batteries (not included)
• Detachable smartphone cradle
• 2 Rechargeable lithium polymer batteries
• AC/DC adapter for battery recharge
• 6 rotors/8 rotor guards
• Screwdriver
• User’s guide
Orientation
Landing Skids
Battery/Camera
Overview
Rotors
White rotors indicate front of craft
(Rotor guards not shown). Craft Chassis
LED Formation Lights
(under side)
White LEDs indicate the front
of the craft.

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Left Control
Stick
Increase
Throttle:
push forward
Decrease
Throttle:
push backward
Yaw/Spin:
push left or
right
Right Control
Stick
Pitch:
push forward/
backward
Roll/Bank:
push left/
right
Flip
Press then use
Right Control
Stick to perform
a ip.
Headless Mode/
Speed Setting
Push forward for
Headless Mode.
Push downward to
adjust craft speed.
Trim Adjustment
Power Switch
Antenna Power/Status Indicator
Remote Control

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Assembly
Insert landing skid,
make sure to fully
seat in the socket
Use included
screwdriver
and screws
Note notch
position
Insert landing skid,
make sure to fully
seat in the socket
Use included
screwdriver
and screws
Note notch
position
Attaching the Landing Skids
Follow the diagram below to attach and secure the landing skids to the craft.
It is recommended to attach the skids one at a time.
Attaching the Rotor Guards
Align the three peg hooks on each rotor guard to the corresponding holes on the
topside of the motor cover. Use the included screwdriver and screws to tighten the
rotor guards down.

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Attach the cradle to the
front of the remote at
these two points.
Attaching the Smartphone Cradle
You can use your smartphone and the remote control together by attaching
the included smartphone cradle to the top of the remote. This can be useful for
photography and video, or for flying the craft just by watching the screen.
Rear
Attachment
Points x2
Front
Attachment
Points x2
1
2
Align the cradle on the rear of
the remote at these two points.
Use included screwdriver and
screws to secure.
Smartphone Cradle
Pull up to t
smartphone
Completed
Assembly
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Remove Battery Cover
Use included
screwdriver
4 x 1.5V AA
Remote Control Battery Installation
Battery Info
BATTERY
TYPE SPECIFICATION DURATION CHARGE TIME
Craft
Li-Po Battery
3.7V/650mAH 5 to 7 minutes
flight time
Approx. 90
minutes
Remote AA
Batteries
1.5V Approx. 18 hours Non-rechargeable
Batteries & Charging

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Charge Battery
The craft’s battery must be charged before it can be flown. Plug the power adapter
in to a standard wall outlet and connect it to the battery. Charge fully before use for
maximum performance and flight time. Charging time is approximately 90 minutes.
Install Battery
First open the battery compartment by twisting the lock open and removing the cover.
Connect the power plug on the battery to the power port in the battery bay and insert
the battery. Replace the battery cover and twist the lock closed to secure it.
Take care not to damage the attached camera, wires or plugs�
Be sure to properly
match the plugs or
damage may occur.

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Flying
Craft/Remote Link
Before flying, the craft and the remote must be linked together and the gyroscopes on
the craft must be allowed to calibrate.
Begin with the craft and remote powered OFF�
ON OFF
Step 2
Power the craft ON. The LED formation
lights will blink in unison as the craft
searches for a signal from the remote.
Step 1
Place the craft on a flat, level surface.
This is necessary for the gyroscopes
to properly align�
Step 3
Power the remote control ON. The light
on the remote will blink as it searches for
the signal from the craft.
An audible chime will sound when the
remote and the craft have linked with
each other.

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Step 4
Push the Left Control Stick directly
forward, wait for a chime to sound, then
pull the stick directly backward, and wait
for a second chime.
When the last chime has sounded,
the craft is calibrated and ready to fly�
When You’re Done Flying���
After safely landing, keep the Left Control Stick (throttle) in the lowest position (OFF)
and power OFF the remote first� This will ensure that no signals are accidentally sent
to the craft, reducing the chance of injury. After this is done, it is safe to pick up and
power OFF the craft.
Step 5
Push the Left Control Stick (throttle)
forward to take off. Use both thumbsticks
to control the craft.
If you notice a tendency to drift, you may
need to adjust the trim controls to fine
tune the handling (see next section).

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(Front)
Setting Trim & Countering Drift
Even after the craft is calibrated, it may show a tendency to drift while airborne.
Adjusting the trim will help counter this effect and allow you to better control the
craft. To avoid potential damage, adjust the trim while attempting a stable hover. Try
to avoid making any exaggerated movements with the flight controls. Adjust one trim
setting at a time to avoid confusion.
Remember, the white propeller blades/LEDs indicate the front of the craft.
Adjusting the trim will help with drift but it will not entirely eliminate it. Turbulence
and other environmental conditions may still act on the craft to influence its direction
and flight.
Craft yaws/spins in place.
DRIFT TYPE SOLUTION
UseYawTrim buttons under the
Left Control Stick.
Trim Adjustment

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Craft rolls/banks left or right. Use RollTrim buttons under the
Right Control Stick.
Craft pitches/angles forward or backward. Use PitchTrim buttons left of the
Right Control Stick.
(Front)
(Front)
(Front)

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Tips for Safe Operation
• It is recommended to only fly in large, open spaces that are free of obstacles like
power lines, trees, ceiling fans, etc.
• When flying indoors, avoid walls and ceilings, as the craft will be drawn towards
them if closer than 2 to 3 feet.
• Stand behind the craft when first taking off, so that you and the craft are facing
the same “forward” direction. This will make it easier to know which direction the
unit is flying.
• Remember that the white propellers and white LED navigation lights indicate the
front of the craft.
• Practice basic flight operations like take off, hovering, and landing.
• Novice pilots should move the controls slowly and deliberately, to get used to the
craft’s flying characteristics. Try using one control at a time to get used to them.
• When you crash, throttle down the engines IMMEDIATELY to reduce the chance of
damage or injury.
• If anything obstructs the propellers for any reason, throttle down IMMEDIATELY
and safely clear the obstruction. Check for possible damage before flying again.
Speed Setting
Press the Speed switch downward to change the craft’s speed setting. Novice pilots
are recommended to start with the lowest setting.
• Low: Gives smooth and predictable control. The remote will chime once to
indicate the speed.
• High: The craft will move and respond faster to all controls. The remote will chime
twice to indicate the speed.
Headless Mode
Headless Mode disables the normal orientation of the craft wherein the white rotors/
LEDs indicate the front. Instead, the craft will reorient its“front” based on the first Right
Control Stick input from the user. This can be useful if you become disoriented while
flying or cannot visually determine which direction is “true front”.
Press the Headless switch forward to activate Headless Mode. The remote will chime
twice and the lights on the craft will blink. Press the switch again to deactivate
Headless Mode. The remote will chime once and the lights will turn back to solid.
Flying Tips & Features

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Flips & Tricks
Before attempting any stunts, be sure that there is ample clear space around the craft,
ideally 9 to 10 ft. in every direction. It is not recommended to attempt to flip around or
through any obstacles, as this may result in unintended damage.
Craft will perform ip in the desired direction.Press the Flip button, then move the
Right Control Stick in any direction.

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Wi-Fi Mode
Smartphone App
You can fly the craft using a Wi-Fi linked smartphone. Scan the appropriate QR code to
download and install the free app software. The app can also be found on the Apple
App Store or Google Play Store by searching for Digital Zone FPV�
Step 1
Place the craft on a flat, level surface and power the craft ON. The LED navigation lights
will blink as it waits for a signal from your smartphone.
Step 2
Be sure your phone’s Wi-Fi is switched ON, then search for and select Digital Zone FPV
in the Wi-Fi networks menu. Once connected, open the app and choose Flight mode�
NOTE:
• View Mode is not compatible with this model�
• Wi-Fi control may be interrupted if the flying area is experiencing interference
from other nearby 2.4G equipment. Move to another area and try again.
Intuitive Mode
See Flight Controls Screen, pg.19.
This mode uses the gyroscopes in your smartphone to control the craft. Tilt the phone
forward, back, left and right to control the pitch and roll of the craft. Throttle and yaw
are still manually controlled from the Left Control Stick on the phone’s screen.
Android Apple

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Main Screen
Play
Press to begin using the
app and y the craft.
Parameter Settings
Adjust control settings
for the app.
Help
Press to access Help Screen.

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Parameters Screen
Save trim
settings for
future ights.
Reverses the
control stick layout.
Reset trim controls to default.
Back
Press to return to
the Main screen.
Wi-Fi Mode

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Flight Screen
Camera View
1. Record Video
2. Take Photo
3. Image/Video Gallery
4. Intuitive Mode
5. Headless Mode
6. Speed Setting
7. Controls ON/OFF
8. Wi-Fi Signal Strength
9. Previous Screen
10. Pitch Trim
11. Roll Trim
12. Yaw Trim
13. Throttle Trim
14. Left Control Stick
15. Right Control Stick

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The craft comes with 6 replacement rotors and two spare rotor guards to be used if the
originals are broken or badly damaged.
Rotor Replacement
To replace a rotor, use a small Phillips head screwdriver (included) to remove the screw
connecting the rotor to the motor shaft. Replace the damaged rotor and secure with
the screwdriver.
It is extremely important to use the correct rotor (A or B) for replacement� The
marking can be seen on the underside of the rotor near the shaft. Using the incorrect
rotor will cause the craft’s flight to be erratic and impossible to control.
REMINDER: Pilots are responsible for any damage caused by improper use�
Repair