Rippton SharkX User manual

SMART FISHING DRONE
User Manual for SharkX
V9:20220401
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SharkX
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 ..................................................................7
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
3. Preparation and Installation .............................................14
3.1. Unpack the Package and Check the Contents .........................................14
3.2. Conditions before Assembling the SharkX...............................................14
3.3. Installation of the SharkX...........................................................................15
3.4. Preparation of the Controller .....................................................................16
4. Operations & Use ..............................................................17
4.1. Check before Using the SharkX.................................................................17
4.2. Start the SharkX ..........................................................................................17

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4.3. Start the Controller .....................................................................................18
4.4. Connect the SharkX to Your Mobile Device..............................................18
4.5. Calibrate the Compass ...............................................................................19
4.6. Preflight Check List: ...................................................................................24
4.7. Controller Interface.....................................................................................25
4.8. Take off the SharkX via the Controller ......................................................25
4.9. Control the SharkX......................................................................................27
4.10. Return & Land the SharkX Manually via Controller .................................28
4.11. Return & Land the SharkX Automatically via Controller .........................29
4.12. Cancel RTL ..................................................................................................29
4.13. Cast the Fishing Line via Controller..........................................................29
5. Maintenance.......................................................................30
5.1. Take Care of the SharkX.............................................................................30
5.2. Charge the SharkX Battery.........................................................................31
5.3. Charge the Controller .................................................................................32
5.4. Inspect the Product.....................................................................................33
5.5. After-sales Information...............................................................................36
6. Troubleshooting and Repair.............................................37
6.1. Identify and Solve Problems ......................................................................37
6.2. Replacing the Propellers............................................................................37
7. Disposal .............................................................................38
7.1. Disposal of Electronic Components..........................................................38
7.2. Disposal of Packaging Waste ....................................................................38
7.3. Disposal of Batteries ..................................................................................38

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8. FCC Compliance................................................................39
8.1. FCC Compliance .........................................................................................39
8.2. FCC Warning Message ...............................................................................39
8.3. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Caution......................................40
8.4. FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR)........................................................40

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1. Preface
***Notice this manual is for the SharkX but also applicable to the SharkX Plus
and the SharkX Pro. The SharkX is the basic model while the Plus and the Pro
are upgraded versions so they include additional functions and features.
Therefore, all the charts and graphics in this manual are just for a general
reference and should be subject to actual applications and updates.
1.1. User Experience Requirements
This document is intended for the user of the SharkX Smart Fishing Drone, which
should only be used by people with experience in flying drones. Users without any
drone-piloting experience should practice more than 20 hours in a wide and empty
space, before using the SharkX 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.

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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.
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

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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.
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
an email to s[email protected].
1.5.3. Documentation feedback
If you are reading Rippton product documentation on the internet, any comments can be
submitted on the support website. Comments can also be sent to [email protected].
We appreciate your comments.
1.5.4. Support and service
For service-related questions, please contact:
Rippton/Ningbo Pelican Drone Co., Ltd.
[email protected]

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2. Description of the Product
2.1. Intended Use and Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse
The SharkX is intended to be used as a drone for professional sea fishing purposes,
such as:
•Flying and releasing the fishing line to the desired location.
The product should be used in open areas on the beach, above the sea, with no
obstacles and should always stay within the sight of its user. The product is intended to
carry a maximum payload of 3 kg.
The SharkX 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 SharkX must not be used by children under 14 years 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 1 km.
The SharkX Fishing Drone should be used with the following software, original
accessories and components only:
•SharkX battery (including charger)
•SharkX remote controller (including charging cable)
•SharkX propellers
•Rippton App
•Other new accessories listed on Rippton official website
All other uses of the product not described in this manual are regarded as unintended
use.

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2.2. Process Overview
The SharkX is a drone for professional fishing purposes. It consists of a drone (with
built-in fishing line release mechanism), a controller, mobile device clamp.
Flight data is automatically recorded on to the internal storage of the SharkX. This
includes flight telemetry and SharkX status information.
The SharkX has a fishing line release mechanism which can easily perform accurate
fishing line release. Your fishing line can be attached to the fishing line release
mechanism. Once the fishing line is at the desired location, it can be dropped using
the controller or via the Rippton App.