Rippton MOBULA User manual
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MOBULA
SMART FISHING DRONE
User Manual For MOBULA
V1.1
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MOBULA
Table of Contents
1. Preface .................................................................................6
1.1. User Experience Requirements......................................................................6
1.2. Conventions Used In This Manual..................................................................6
1.3. Explanation Of Safety Warnings.....................................................................6
1.4. Read, Understand and Retain Instructions .....................................................7
1.5. Obtaining Documentation And Information.....................................................8
2. Description Of The Product................................................9
2.1. Intended Use And Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse......................................9
2.2. Process Overview.........................................................................................10
2.3. Technical Data..............................................................................................11
2.4. Product Compliance......................................................................................12
2.5. Product Components....................................................................................12
2.6. Explanation Of Auditory And Visual Signals .................................................17
3. Preparation And Installation.............................................19
3.1. Unpacking The MOBULA And Checking The Contents................................19
3.2. Conditions Before Assembling The MOBULA...............................................20
3.3. Install The Landing Gear...............................................................................21
3.4. Preparation Of The Controller.......................................................................25
3.5. Attach Mobile Device To The Clamp:............................................................26
3.6. Attach Tablet To The Clamp.........................................................................27
4. Operation/Use....................................................................28
4.1. Check Before Using The MOBULA...............................................................28
4.2. Starting The MOBULA..................................................................................28
4.3. Starting The Controller..................................................................................29
4.4. Connecting The MOBULA With Your Mobile Device ....................................30
4.5. Calibrate The Compass And IMU .................................................................31
4.6. Preflight Check List:......................................................................................37
4.7. Controller Interface .......................................................................................37
4.8. Flying The MOBULA Via Controller ..............................................................38
4.9. Controlling The MOBULA .............................................................................39
4.10. Return & Land The MOBULA Manually Via Controller..................................40
4.11. Return & Land The MOBULA Automatically Via Controller...........................40
4.12. Cancel Return-To-Home...............................................................................40
4.13. Cast Fishing Line Via Controller....................................................................41
4.14. Control The Camera Via Controller...............................................................43
4.15. Check The Battery Level Of The MOBULA And The Controller....................43
4.16. What To Do In Emergency And Exceptional Situations ................................44
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4.17. Remaining Fly Distance Table ......................................................................45
5. Maintenance.......................................................................46
5.1. Taking Care Of The MOBULA ......................................................................46
5.2. Replacing The MOBULA Smart Battery........................................................47
5.3. Charging The MOBULA Smart Battery.........................................................47
5.4. Charging The Controller................................................................................49
5.5. Inspecting The Product.................................................................................49
5.6. After-Sales Information.................................................................................49
6. Troubleshooting And Repair............................................50
6.1. Identify And Solve Problems.........................................................................50
6.2. Replacing The Propellers..............................................................................50
7. Disposal .............................................................................52
7.1. Disposal Of Electronic Components .............................................................52
7.2. Disposal Of Packaging Waste.......................................................................52
7.3. Disposal Of Batteries....................................................................................52
7.4. Appendix I –Supplied Accessories, Consumables And Spare Parts............53
8. FCC Compliance................................................................54
8.1. FCC Compliance...........................................................................................54
8.2. FCC Warning Message.................................................................................54
8.3. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Caution..........................................55
8.4. FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR)...........................................................55
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1. Preface
1.1. User Experience Requirements
This document is intended for the user of the Rippton MOBULA Smart Fishing Drone.
The Rippton MOBULA Smart Fishing Drone should only be used by people with
experience of flying drones. Users without any drone-piloting experience should practice
more than 20 hours in a wide and empty space, before using the MOBULA for sea fishing.
1.2. Conventions Used In This Manual
The following style conventions are used in this document:
Bold
Names of product components, commands, options, programs, processes, services, and
utilities.
Names of interface elements (such as windows, dialog boxes, buttons, fields, and menus)
Interface elements the user selects, clicks, presses, or types.
Italic
Publication titles referenced in the text Emphasis (for example a new term) Variables.
Courier
System output, such as an error message or script URLs, complete paths, filenames,
prompts, and syntax.
1.3. Explanation Of Safety Warnings
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result in
serious injury.
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Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result
in serious injury.
Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related.
1.4. Read, Understand and Retain Instructions
Read and understand this manual and its safety instructions before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
Follow all instructions. This will avoid fire, explosion, electric shock or other hazards that
may result in damage to property and/or severe injuries.
The product should only be used by people who have fully read and understood the
contents of this user manual.
Ensure that each person who uses the product has read these warnings and instructions
and follows them.
Keep all safety information and instructions for future reference and pass them on to
subsequent users of the product.
The manufacturer is not liable for cases of material damage or personal injury caused
by incorrect handling or non-compliance with the safety instructions. In such cases, the
warranty will be voided.
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1.5. Obtaining Documentation And Information
1.5.1. Internet
The latest version of the documentation, as well as video tutorials, is available at the
following address: www.rippton.com/tutorial or Rippton’s official YouTube channel.
1.5.2. Ordering documentation
Documentation, user instructions and technical information can be ordered by sending
1.5.3. Other languages
This is the English language version of the user manual. Manuals in other languages are
available upon request.
1.5.4. Documentation feedback
If you are reading Rippton product documentation on the internet, any comments can be
We appreciate your comments.
1.5.5. Support and service
For service related questions, contact:
Rippton/Ningbo Pelican Drone Co., Ltd.
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2. Description Of The Product
2.1. Intended Use And Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse
The Rippton MOBULA is intended to be used as a drone for professional sea fishing
purposes, such as:
•Finding the location of fish with the built-in camera.
•Flying and releasing the fishing line and berley to the desired location.
The productshouldbe used in openareas onthe beach, above the sea, with noobstacles
and should always stay within the sight of its user. The product is intended to carry a
maximum weight of 2.5 kg.
The Rippton MOBULA is NOT intended for:
•Indoor use.
•Use in or close to residential areas or areas frequented by people.
•Use in No-Fly Zones.
•Use as a toy. The MOBULA must not be used by children under 14 year of age. The
product is not a toy.
•Use in or near rough water and extreme weather conditions, such as strong winds
(greater than 35 km/h), rain, snow or fog.
•Use close to large metal structures.
•Areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations and radio
transmission towers.
•Use above the maximum allowed flight altitude of 120 meters and maximum
allowed flight radius of 2.0km.
The MOBULA Fishing Drone should be used with the following software, original
accessories and components only:
•MOBULA Smart Battery (including charger)
•MOBULA Remote Controller (including Charging Cable)
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•
Propellers
•Landing Gear
•
Rippton App
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Other New Accessories Listed on Rippton Official Website
All other uses of the product not described in this manual are regarded as unintended
use.
2.2. Process Overview
The MOBULA is a drone for professional fishing purposes. It consists of a drone (with
built-in camera to spot fish and berley/fishing line release devices), a controller with
LCD screen, mobile device clamp. Amongst the most important features is the Return
to Home (RTH) function and the berley/fishing line release function. The MOBULA
comes with the Rippton App.
The MOBULA is controlled by the MOBULA remote controller (controller). The
controller has an integrated LCD screen that displays the live image from the camera
and some other flight information.
Flight data is automatically recorded on to the internal storage of the MOBULA. This
includes flight telemetry and MOBULA status information.
The MOBULA has one fishing line release device and two berley release devices
which can easily perform accurate fishing line and berley release. Your berley can be
attached to the two berley release devices. Your fishing line can be attached to the
fishing line release device. Once the berley or fishing line is at the desired location, it
can be dropped using the controller or the Rippton App.
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2.3. Technical Data
Parameter
Unit
MOBULA
Device Name
MOBULA Smart Fishing Drone
Weight
5.6 kg
Dimensions
630 x 608 x 225 mm (Propeller Closed)
Propeller
17 inches
Max Speed
10 m/s (36 km/h)
Max Payload
2.5 kg
Max Wind Resistance
8 m/s (28.8km/h)
Protection Level
Splash Resistance
Operating Temperature
-10 ºC to 60 ºC
Operating Frequency
2400 ~ 2483.5 Mhz
Transmitter Power (EIRP)
+20 dBm
Satellite Systems
GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO
*Flying Radius (Without Payload)
0~2.0 km
*Suggested Casting Radius (With Payload)
0~1.5 km
Radio Technology
Wi-Fi Graphic Transmission
Controller Spread Spectrum Wireless
Frequency Band
5.8 Ghz Wi-Fi graphic transmission
2.4 Ghz Controller Spread
Spectrum Wireless
MOBULA Remote Controller
LCD Screen
5.5 inches
Operating Frequency
2400~2483.5 Mhz
Max Transmission Distance
(Unobstructed, Free of Interference)
2 km
MOBULA Smart Battery
Capacity
10,000 mAh
Battery Type
LI –PO
* Recommend keep the MOBULA within sight
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2.4. Product Compliance
This product complies with all relevant Australia & New Zealand Directives.
2.5. Product Components
1. MOBULA Smart Fishing Drone
2. MOBULA Remote Controller
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2.5.1. MOBULA
Figure 1
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Figure 2
A.
Landing Gear
L.
Fishing Line Release Device
B.
Camera
M.
Landing Gear
C.
Propeller
N.
Rear Arm Unlock Button
D.
Motor
O.
Tail Status Indicator
E.
Foldable Antenna
P.
Rear LED Indicator
F.
Landing Gear Unlock Button
Q.
MOBULA Smart Battery
G.
Rear LED Indicator
R.
Battery Level Indicator
H.
Foldable Antenna
S.
Battery Power Button
I.
Winder (Optional)
T.
Top Status Indicator
J.
Berley Release Device
U.
Front Arm Unlock Button
K.
Winder Unlock Button
V.
Battery Unlock Button
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2.5.2. Controller
Figure 3
Figure 4
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No
Item
Function
A.
Controller Power Button
Turns controller on/off
B.
Joystick
The right joystick controls the MOBULA to
fly forward, backward, left and right
(correspondingly push the stick up, down,
left and right)
The left joystick controls the MOBULA to
rise vertically, descend vertically, left rotate
and right rotate (correspondingly push the
stick up, down, left and right)
C.
LCD Screen
Displays the recording of the MOBULA’s
camera
D.
Antenna
Makes connection with the MOBULA
E.
Mobile Device Clam
Used to attach a mobile device
F.
Return-to-Home (RTH) Button
MOBULA will automatically return by short
press and long press RTH button
G.
Controller Battery Level Indicator
Indicates the battery level
H.
Power Port
Port to connect the charging cable
I.
Camera Setting Dial
Controls the camera’s pointing angle
J.
Fishing Line Release Stick
Cast the fishing line
K.
Handle
Used to carry/hold the controller
L.
Flight Mode Switch
Switches between GPS mode or manual
mode
*GPS mode: Maintain the exact previous
geographic coordinates with GPS signal
and the exact altitude. Strongly recommend
operating MOBULA under this mode all the
time.
*Manual mode: Maintain the exact previous
altitude and manual control of the
MOBULA’s direction.
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2.6. Explanation Of Auditory And Visual Signals
2.6.1. MOBULA
LED
Signal
Meaning
2 x Front LED Indicator
Green flashing
MOBULA is on the ground and
ready for take off
Constant green light
MOBULA unlocked or flying
2 x Rear LED Indicator
Red flashing
MOBULA is on the ground and
ready for take off
Constant red light
MOBULA unlocked or flying
2 x Status
Indicator (tail and top)
Fast yellow flashing
MOBULA crashed
Slow yellow flashing
Low battery level. MOBULA will
automatically return
Red flash only once
Error occurs.
Blue flashing
No GPS signal
Slow green flashing
Weak GPS signal
Green flashing
Normal GPS signal
Fast green flashing
Strong GPS signal
Constanly green
MOBULA unlocked
Battery Level Indicator
Green LEDs
1
LED = 20% full
2
LEDs = 40% full
3
LEDs = 60% full
4
LEDs = 80% full
5
LEDs = 100% full
Battery Power Button
Constant green light
MOBULA in ON position
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2.6.2. Remote Controller
LED
Signal
Meaning
Power Button
Flash under press, then
lights off. With short
beeping.
Controller in ON position
Return-to-Home Button
Green light flashing with
constantly beeping.
Return-to- Home (RTH) activated.
MOBULA will automatically
return.
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3. Preparation And Installation
•Handle, lift, carry and transport the product with great care to prevent it from being
damaged.
3.1. Unpacking The MOBULA And Checking The Contents
Make sure the packaging contains the following items:
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1.
1 x MOBULA Smart Fishing Drone
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1 x Controller Charger
2.
1 x MOBULA Smart Battery
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1 x Mobile Device Clamp
3.
1 x Charging Adapter
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1 x Remote Controller
4.
1 x Power Cord
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1 x Landing Gear Right
5.
2 x sets Clockwise Propellers
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1 x Landing Gear Left
6.
2 x sets Counter-Clockwise
Propellers
3.2. Conditions Before Assembling The MOBULA
3.2.1. Make sure you have downloaded and installed the Rippton App from the Google
Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Apps or App Store. Register as a Rippton App
member.
3.2.2. Make sure that the MOBULA smart battery and controller are fully charged.
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