Makeblock Airblock User manual

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The Modular & Programmable Drone
USER MANUAL

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Downloading the Software
Parts List
Introduction to Master Controller Module
Introduction to Battery
Introduction to Power Module
Introduction to Stickers
Aircraft Mode User Guide
Hovercraft Mode User Guide
Custom Mode User Guide
FAQs
Table of Contents
·Operating Environment ·Items to Note
·Installation Steps ·Controls
·Operating Environment ·Items to Note
·Installation Steps ·Controls
·Methods to Use ·Operating Environment
·Items to Note ·Programming

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Downloading the Software A tablet or smartphone is required to control the Airblock.
App Store Download
O󽗋cial Website Download
Search "Makeblock" and install the application from app store.
http://learn.makeblock.com/en/software/
Login to download the corresponding version of application.
System and Device Requirements
iOS devices (including iPhone5, iPad mini, iPad 3 or later models）need to support iOS 9.0 or
above versions.Android devices need to support Android 4.1 or above versions.
Apple, the Apple logo, iPad and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc, registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
Android and the Google logo are trademarks of Google Inc.

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Parts List
Master Controller Module
Power Modules Hovercraft Base Protective Cover
Battery Charger
Charging
Cable

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The master controller module includes components such as
6 power module plug-in sockets, 3 colored light indicators,
ultrasonic sensor, barometer, gyroscope, Bluetooth,
microcontroller chip, etc.
Ultrasonic sensor: for measuring distance. Works together with
the barometer to sense the height change value of the aircraft.
Colored light indicator: functions as power supply indicator.
Brightness and color of light may be adjusted on the
application program.
The following sensors are built-in:
Barometer: senses height changes.
Gyroscope: senses position and orientation of master
controller module.
Bluetooth Module: real-time data collected by sensors can be
read by the application program after establishing Bluetooth
connection to tablet or smartphone.
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Front View
Back View
Colored Light
Indicator
Ultrasonic Sensor
Plug-in Socket
Battery
Compartment
Introduction to Master Controller Module

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Airblock does not have a power switch. When a battery with
su󽗋cient power is inserted into master controller module, the
master controller module automatically enters standby mode.
When inserting battery into master controller module or
battery charger, please ensure that the contact points are
placed in the correct direction.
Charger will display a red light while battery is charging, and a
green light when battery is fully charged.
Items to Note:！
USB Cable (5V input)
Battery
Battery Contact Points
Indicator Light
Charger
Battery
If unused for an extended period of time, battery should
be removed from the master controller module to prevent
damage due to battery leakage.
Do not charge battery for more than 12 hours.
Do not use battery in places of high temperature and high
humidity. Exposure of battery to excessive shock or impact
may result in battery malfunction or explosion.

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Introduction to structure
The Power Module is made up of parts such as the motor,
propellers, plug, frame, etc.
Indicator light installed within the frame will light up when
motor starts running.
The light indicator and foot pad of the aircraft head power
module are red. For other power modules, the foot pad is
black and light indicator is green.
Frame
Foot Pad
Motor
EPP Protective Ring
Propeller
Plug
Power Module

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Introduction to Operating Principles
In order to o󽗈set the self-rotation of the aircraft, the
propellers are classi󽗉ed as black clockwise rotating
propellers and red counter-clockwise rotating propellers;
the motors are classi󽗉ed as clockwise rotating and
counter-clockwise rotating as well. After successful
connection to the master controller module, the motor
will start spinning, thus pushing air downwards which in
turn generates an upward thrust.
Direction of thrust
Direction of air current Direction of air current
Direction of thrust
Clockwise rotation Counter-clockwise
rotation
Power Module

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Standard Angle
90°
180°
270°
Installation Angle
Each power module may be installed onto its
corresponding port on the master controller
module at 4 di󽗈erent angles.
Power Module