JJRC HERON User manual

HERON
AGE 14+
GPS BRUSHLESS DRONE WITH 2.7K HD CAMERA
*Please read this manual carefully before operation and keep it properly for
future reference.
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1.IMPORTANT STATEMENTS AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Important Statement -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1
Flight Safety Guidelines ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1-2
2.PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATION
Flight Environment ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Pre-flight Inspection --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
3.INTRODUCTION AND ASSEMBLY OF DRONE
Know Your HERON ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Accessories -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Unfolding the Crankshafts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
Propeller Installation, Replacement ------------------------------------------------------------------------5
4.CHARGING FOR DRONE
Battery Charging for Drone -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
Battery Assembly for Remote Control ----------------------------------------------------------------------6
Battery Instructions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
5.KNOW YOUR REMOTE CONTROL
Operation Board of Remote Control ------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Button Function for Transmitter -------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
①Turn on Default Mode ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
②GPS Switching -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
③Emergency Stop -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
④Throttle&Direction Control of Transmitter ---------------------------------------------------------------10
⑤Hovering ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
⑥Headless Mode ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
⑦Return to Home ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
6.OUTDOOR FLIGHT OF THE DRONE
Pairing Remote Control with Drone ------------------------------------------------------------------------13
Manually Calibrate the Geomagnetism -------------------------------------------------------------------13
Calibrate the Gyroscope --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
GPS Satellite Search ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Unlock -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Takeoff and Landing -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
CONTENT

7.DRONE INDOOR FLIGHT MODE
Pairing Remote Control with Drone --------------------------------------------------------------------15
Unlock ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Takeoff and Landing ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Calibrate the Gyroscope ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
8.OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ----------------------------------------------------------------16
9.FAQ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
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Important Statement
Flight Safety Guidelines
Important Statement and Safety Guidelines
Thank you for purchasing product. Please read this manual carefully before use and retain it for
future reference.
Package should be retained for future reference.
● This drone is not a toy, but hobby grade model. It should be assembled and operated properly.
Pilot must operate this drone in safe way. Improper operation may cause injury or property
damage.
● This drone is applicable for pilots aged 14+ who are with skilled flying experience.
● Users are in full charge of proper operating this drone. Manufacturer and dealers disclaim any
responsibity for damages caused by misuse.
● Keep the small accessories away from kids to avoid accident.
● Stay away from obstacles, crowds, power lines, trees or waters
● Keep the drone in dry environment
Hobby grade radio control drone is somewhat considered to be the highest danger potential article.
Users should firmly uphold the principle of “safety comes first”. Never fly the drone near airports,
above crowds or in zones storing dangerous goods. Understand the responsibility of the accident
caused by improper operations.
Always choose a wide open area for every flight, well away from people and property. Never fly
directly over people or animals. Please don’t fly in such bad weather conditions as high temperature,
snow, strong wind (≥level 5), rain or fog. Maintain a 7ft (2m) distance from the drone when taking
off and landing.
● Practice flying together with skillful pilot
Beginners are suggested to practice flying together with skillful pilot’s guidance. Do not fly alone.
The drone is composed by sophisticated electronic components and mechanical parts. To avoid
damages on the mechanical and electronic components, please keep the drone in dry environment
and use clean cloth to wipe the surface and keep it clean.
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● Bear proper operation and safe flight guidelines in mind
Please take a careful look at the manuals before flights for important information of product
functions and operation tips, and learn how to use the accessory. Safe flight always comes first.
Stay informed of and abide strictly by relevant local laws and regulations. Keep away from any
non-flight zones and respect other people’s privacy.
● Safe flying
● Keep distance from a flying drone
Please make sure you are in good shape mentally before every flight. Fly the drone as per your
flying experience. Never fly under influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep the remote controller at least
20cm away from your body when flying the drone.
Never use your hands to touch a flying drone under any circumstance. Don’t approach or touch a
landed drone before its propellers are completely locked.
● Keep away from heat source
The drone is made of metal, fiber, plastic, electronic component and other materials. Please keep it
away from the heat source to avoid deformation or even damage caused by sun exposure and high
temperature.
● Environmental protection requirements
To protect our blue planet, please recycle the drone as per local laws and regulations.
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AVOID LOSING YOUR DRONE, RETURN TO HOME FUNCTIONS WORKS ONLY
WHEN THE DRONE IS IN GPS MODE AND SEARCHED AT LEAST 8 SATELLITES.
WARNING:

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PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATION
1.Flight Environment
When taking off in indoor optical flow mode, the GPS switch needs to be turned off. The optical flow
fixed point distance of the drone is 5-6 meters. It is recommended to select correct mode in different
places.
Notes:
2.Pre-flight Inspection
Please keep the drone in sight during the flight and keep it away from barriers,
high-tension cables, trees and people.
Do not fly in extreme environment, such as hotness, coldness, strong wind or heavy rain.
Indoor: Spacious spaces away from barriers, crowds or pets are preferred.
Outdoor: Sunny, windless and breezy weathers are preferred.
Before you fly the drone, please check:
①If the drone and the remote controller are fully charged.
②If the propellers have been correctly installed and in good condition.
③If the propellers work well after startup.
④If the surrounding conditions are ideal for a safe flight.
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Please check the number of accessories carefully (as shown above). If there are any missing parts,
please contact the store and provide proof of purchase, to receive replacement.
Notes:
2.Accessories
INTRODUCTION AND ASSEMBLY OF DRONE
1.Know Your HERON
The drone uses 2.4GHz frequency, which allows multiple players to fly same models at the same
time without interference to each other. The drone is equipped with a 5GHz-wifi FHD 120°
wide-angle camera.
This drone has main functions below: fly forward/backward, fly leftward/rightward, turn left/right,
altitude hold, optical flow, headless mode, one-key calibration of compass (geomagnetic), GPS
return to home, photo/video recording, emergency stop, gesture control, beginner mode, GPS
mode, indoor mode, etc. Also there are some functions can be triggered from mobile APP like
customs flight path, circling flight, follow me, GPS return and other functions.
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Propeller(B)
Propeller(A)
Front Indicator
Rear Indicator
CW Motor(A)
CCW Motor(B)
Camera
Crankshaft
Upper Casing
Optical Flow Lens
Battery
Lower Casing
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B B B B
A A A A
Phillips
Screwdriver x1
HERON x1
(Battery Included) Remote Control x1
USB Charging
Cable x1
Backup
Propeller A/B x4
User Manual x1 APP Manual x1
Screw x8
HERON
AGE 14+
NEW GENERATION OF GPS BRUSHLESS FHD
DRONE
*Please read this manual carefully before operation and keep it properly for
future reference.
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Notes:
4.Propeller Installation, Replacement
Please replace with new propellers if there’s propeller damaged due to crashes or collisions. Each
propeller is marked with A or B. Please match the marks with A and A and B and B while installing,
otherwise the drone may not takeoff, or get flip/crash on takeoff.
1.Battery Charging for Drone
3.Unfolding the Crankshafts
CHARGING FOR DRONE
Notes:
1.The drone should be charged in advance before in first fly. When the battery is not full, the red
light flashes and the green light glows constantly；When the battery is full, the red light stops
flashing and turns to solid.Charging time for each battery is 200 minutes, a fully charged battery
will last for roughly 25 minutes.
2.The power source of the charger shall meet the charging requirements. See the notes for battery
charging on page 7 for details.
Unfold the crankshafts in the following order:
①Unfold the rear crankshafts.
②Then unfold the front crankshafts (near the camera). And follow steps in reverse order to fold the
crankshafts.
①Unscrew the propellers
which need to be replaced.
②Install propeller A/B to
corresponding arms with mark
A/B, and tighten the screws.
B
B
Camera Unfolded Crankshafts
A.Take the battery out from the
bottom of the drone.
B.Connect one end of the USB charging
cable to the battery, connect the other
end to the USB charging port or
electric adapter for charging.
A
AB
B
A corresponds to A
B corresponds to B
Front
When installing or dismantling the propeller, please do not exert force on the propeller to avoid
distortion.
Propellers vary from one to another！
① ①
② ②
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2.Battery Assembly for Remote Control
Notes:
②Assemble the Battery
①Open the Remote Control Battery Cover
Open the cover of battery compartment, insert three AA batteries (not included).
Open the battery compartment cover with a philips screwdriver.
AA batteries *3
1.5V “AA”
1.5V “AA”
1.5V “AA”
1. Ensure the polarity symbols on the batteries match the symbols inside the battery compartment.
2. Do not mix new and old batteries.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries.
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Battery lnstructions
There is a certain risk when using battery. It may cause fire, body injury or property loss. Users
must be aware of the risks and take full responsibility of using battery improperly.
If battery leakage occurs, please avoid contacting your eyes or skin with electrolyte. Once it
happens, please wash your eyes with clean water and seek medical care immediately.
Please remove the plug immediately if you sense any peculiar smell, noise or smog.
Do not store the battery in the environment of below 0°or above 40℃.
Do not expose the battery to sunlight or high temperature.
Batteries should be removed from the drone if not used for a long time.
Battery Charging
Please use a standard 5V output USB adapter for charging. It is strictly forbidden to use an old
damaged or other output specification adapter.
Do not charge dilatant or outworn battery.
Do not over charge battery. Please unplug the charger once fully charged.
Do not charge the battery next to inflammables, such as carpet, timber floor or wood furniture or
on the surface of electro-conductive objects. Please always keep an eye on the battery when
charging.
Do not charge battery which not cool down yet.
The charging temperature should be between 0℃to 40℃.
Adapter
Please use the right adapter for charging:
Input: 100-240V~50/60Hz 0.2A
Output: 5.0V 500mA 0.5-1.5A
Battery Recycling
Do not dispose the battery as daily rubbish. Please familiarize yourself with the local garbage
disposal method and dispose it according to the special requirement.
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