Estes protoZ User manual
FCC STATEMENT AND INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:
1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
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.
2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Remark: This device is in accordance with the digital device grade B limitation and the
15th regulation of FCC. This limitation requires reasonable anti-interference protection
around the residence. The device can transmit radio waves during use and can interrupt
the mobile communication without proper installment. Interruption will occur for special
device. If the device does interrupt the radio or television, please turn the device off then
turn it on to adjust. Below are some resolutions for your reference:
•Move the receiving antenna
•Enlarge the distance between the device and receiver
•Try to not connect the device and the receiver on the same circuit
•Ask for professional help from experts
3. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.
Estes-Cox Corp.
1295 H Street, PO Box 227
Penrose, CO 81240-0227
Made In Shunde, Guangdong,
China
BEGINNER DRONE
• Do not turn on the Proto-Z unless controller has been turned on first.
• Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from spinning blades.
• Turn off controller and Proto-Z when not in use.
• Parental guidance is recommended.
• Do not submerge into water. This could damage electronic assemblies.
• Follow operating instructions exactly.
• Not intended for children under 8 years old.
• Replace any damaged or broken parts before attempting to fly.
• Do not drop the Proto-Z by suddenly reducing the throttle. This could
lead to severe damage.
• The Proto-Z’s range will also be affected if the battery is not fully
charged.
• Do not touch the motors after flying. They can become hot.
• The battery in the Proto-Z is not replaceable.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to
this product not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance may
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE STORE – Estes will repair or replace factory defects for 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty
specifically does not cover crash damage, misuse or abuse. To make a warranty claim, please contact our product support team at 1-217-398-8970 or
If requested by Product Support, please send defective product to: Hobby Services, 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1, Champaign, IL 61822
This warranty applies only if the product is operated in compliance with the instructions and warnings provided with each model. Estes assumes no liability except for
the exclusive remedy or repair of parts as specified above. Estes shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion
of consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Battery Requirements for Controller:
Requires: 2 x 1.5V AAA size batteries (not included)
Requirements for USB Charge Cord:
USB Output Jack (not included)
Battery Cautions:
• Parental guidance is recommended when installing batteries.
• Do not power controller by mixing different types of batteries, or old and new batteries.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as those recommended.
The Proto-Z is equipped with a rechargeable 3.7V LiPo battery.
Please pay attention to the following cautions for safe use:
• Do not dispose of battery into fire or heat.
• Do not use or leave battery near a heat source, such as fire or a heater.
• Do not strike battery or throw it against a hard surface.
• Do not pierce battery.
• Do not disassemble or alter battery.
• Turn off power switch after use.
• Recycle used batteries.
Contents
Do not touch the
spinning blades or
fly over another person’s
head. Adult supervision is
required.
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GET READY TO FLY
Plug the charger into a USB port
and Proto-Z as shown. (The battery
connector will only fit in one way. Do
not force the connectors together.)
The red LED will be on when charging.
The red LED will go off once charged.
IMPORTANT!
The Proto-Z must be powered
off before charging.
Set the Proto-Z on a level surface.
Turn on the controller and then the
Proto-Z. The LED on the Proto-Z and
the controller will flash.
Move the left stick to
full throttle (“BEEP”),
then back to the
bottom (“BEEP”). The
Proto-Z is armed and
LEDs are solid.
Switch on controller. Make
sure left stick is down.
LED
Off
On
NEVER leave the Proto-Z unattended when
charging.
DO NOT allow the USB port to power down
when connected to the Proto-Z.
ALWAYS unplug the Proto-Z when charging
is complete.
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4814
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HOW TO FLY
REPLACEMENT BLADES
FLYING BASICS
1. Take off by slowly advancing the left stick until the Proto-Z takes off.
2. Control altitude using the left stick.
3. Use the right stick to move left, right, forward, or backward.
4. Use the left stick (left/right) to rotate or spin left or right.
5. Always use small movements until you learn how the model behaves.
UP FORWARD
FORWARD
DOWN
ROTATE LEFT
ROTATE LEFT
LEFT
LEFT
ROTATE RIGHT
ROTATE RIGHT
RIGHT
RIGHT
FRONT
Gray Blades
REAR
Black Blades
BACKWARD
BACKWARD
DOWN
UP
LANDING SAFELY
When the battery voltage begins to run low, the Proto-Z will start
to lose power. To avoid the Proto-Z crashing to the ground, you
need to land the Proto-Z immediately. Once the voltage reaches
its cutoff, it will lose all power and fall to the ground if you have
not landed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM: Controller LED flashing after binding.
SOLUTION: Replace batteries.
PROBLEM: Proto-Z shaking.
SOLUTION: Check if the canopy, chassis and rotors are damaged.
PROBLEM: Will not take off.
SOLUTION: Check that the rotor blades are properly installed. EST 4814 © 2015 Estes-Cox Corp. A subsidiary of Hobbico, Inc.
CALIBRATING THE SENSORS
If the Proto-Z drifts, recalibrate the sensors.
1. Turn on the controller and the Proto-Z. Place the Proto-Z on a flat surface.
2. Hold the left stick to the lower right. At the same time, quickly move the
right stick left and right several times until the blue LEDs flash.
FLIP MODE
The Proto-Z has a built-in flip function. To flip,
simply push one of the flip buttons on the
controller. To flip left, push the left button
and to flip right, push the right button.
TRUE DIRECTION MODE
True Direction mode is when the Proto-Z moves the direction of the input
given to the controller no matter what direction/orientation the Proto-Z is
in. True Direction mode is an easy mode for
beginners to fly in.
IMPORTANT: When entering True Direction
mode, the Proto-Z must be pointing away
from you and the controller located directly
behind the Proto-Z with the antenna pointing
at the Proto-Z.
To toggle between normal and True Direction
mode, push both of the flip buttons at the
same time until the controller beep stops.
The LED on the back of the Proto-Z will flash
four times repeatedly to indicate when it is
in True Direction mode. Push the flip buttons
again until the controller beep stops and the
LED will stay on constantly to indicate you are
in normal mode. The default when you turn
the Proto-Z on is to be in normal mode. If you
have the Proto-Z in True Direction mode and turn it off, it will default back
to normal mode.
Match the blade to the motor.
B = B A = A
FLIP BUTTONS
