RUKO F11 GIM2 User manual

14+
for age
User Manual
2021.08
v2.0


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Contents
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1 Using This Manual
2 Package Contents
3 Preface
1.1 Legend
1.2 Read Before the First Flight
1.3 Video Tutorials
1.4 Download the App
6.1 Controller Features
6.2 Controlling the Drone
6.3 Optimal Transmission Zone
6.4 Emergency Stop
6.5 Charging the Controller
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4 Warning
5 Fly Safety
8 Drone Status Indicators
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6 Remote Controller
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7.1 Drone Diagram
7.2 Assemble the Propeller
7.3 Intelligent Flight Battery
7.4 Gimbal and Camera
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7 Drone
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9 Product Functions Profile
9.1 Return to Home
9.2 Waypoint Flight
9.3 Point of Interest
9.4 GPS Follow Me
9.5 Image Recognition Follow Me
9.6 Hand Gesture
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10 Connect the APP
10.1 Download the APP
10.2 Connect the APP with Drone
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11 APP Functions
11.1 Control
11.2 APP Icons Introduction
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12 APP Setting
12.1 Setting
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13 APP Functions
13.1 APP One Key Share Function
13.2 How to Download the Pictures and Videos
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14 Flight
14.1 Take Off/Landing Procedures
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15 Specifications
15.1 Drone
15.2 Gimbal Stabilization
15.3 Camera
15.4 5G Transmission
15.5 APP/Live View
15.6 Remote Controller
15.7 Intelligent Flight Battery
15.8 Charging Cable: Type-c
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16 Common Problems 35
17 Warning 36

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels
of potential harm when operating this product :
Read the following documents before using Ruko drone.
User Manual
Quick Start Guide
Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines
It is recommended to watch all the gu ide videos on our website and read the disclaimer and
safety guidelines before using for the first time.
1.1 Legend
1.2 Read Before the First Flight
Recommend Warning Hints & Tips Reference
1 Using This Manual
Scan the QR code to watch the guide videos, which
demonstrate how to use Ruko drone.
Scan the QR code downlaod RUKO DRONE app.
1.3 Video Tutorials
1.4 Download the App
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The IOS version of RUKO DRONE is
compatible with IOS v9.0 and later.
QR code of "RUKO DRONE" for Apple IOS system.
The operation system version of RUKO DRONE
is compatible with Android v5.0 and later.
QR code of "RUKO DRONE" for Android system.

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2 Package Contents
Drone (no battery) x 1 Remote Controller x 1 Drone Battery × 1
User Manual × 1 Allen Wrench × 1 Screw x 12
Gimbal Cover × 1 Spare Propeller × 4 USB Charging Cable x 2
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Keep it far away from any structures or crowds.
This R/C aircraft may vary slightly in speed or sensitivity while flying and can cause potential
danger. Therefore, please keep it far away from crowds, buildings, trees, structures, high-voltage
wire, etc. Please also avoid flying in adverse weather conditions such as rain, electrical storms,
and high winds to ensure safety of the user, any spectators, and surrounding property.
Keep it away from any moist environment.
The inside of the aircraft is composed of many precision electronic and mechanical parts. Therefore,
please try to avoid any moisture or water content from entering the main body of the aircraft as
it may cause a breakdown of the mechanical and electronic parts and thus cause an accident.
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This R/C aircraft can be dangerous when in use, please make sure you keep it far away
from any persons or spectators when flying. In-correct installation,poor conditions, or
users not familiar with operation may cause damage to the aircraft or injure people or
may cause an unexpected accident. Please pay close attention to flying safety and
learn to recognize more dangerous conditions which may cause an accident due to
your own negligence.
Thank you for purchasing the Ruko-Series GPS aircraft. Please read all instructions and warnings
carefully before operating. Please also keep this instruction manual for future reference and
maintenance.
This product shoud be operated by the people who are over 14 years old. It is a precision device;
integrating machinery and electronics with air mechanics and high frequency transmission.
It requires correct assembly and debugging to avoid any accident. The user should operate
and control this product in a safe manner. In case of incorrect operation, it may cause serious
injury or damage property. It can also be lost due to incorrect operation.
This product is suitable for experienced UAV pilots no less than 14 years of age.
In the event of a problem during using, operating, or maintenance, please contact the local
sales agent or retailer or keep in touch with the responsible staff of our company.
Important
Safety Precautions
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Only operate with included parts for intended use.
Please use the original parts made by Ruko-Series for any re-equipping or maintenance to ensure
flying safety. Please operate and use only under the scope of the product function permitted. Using
un-approved parts will void warranty.
DO NOT use for any illegal purpose or use beyond the scope of which your local laws and regulations
have stipulated.
Avoid controlling it independently.
New users may have certain difficulties during the early stages of learning to operate this aircraft.
Please try to avoid operating the aircraft alone. When available, always operate this aircraft under the
guidance of a more experienced user.
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Do not operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Please operate this R/C aircraft according to your own state and flying skill. Any fatigue, bad mental
state, or incorrect operation may increase the probability of accidental risk.
Please keep a safe range from aircraft when using top speed.
When the operator is flying in high speed, please keep the aircraft far from the pilot and any surrounding
persons or objects so as not to cause danger or damage.
Store it in a cool, dry place.
The R/C aircraft is composed of material such as metal, fiber, plastic, electronics, etc. Therefore, please
keep it away from any heat source and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Excessive heat
exposure can cause distortion and damage.

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However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-ence to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approvedby the party responsible
for compliance could void the use’s authority to operate the equipment.
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

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You have the responsibility to make sure that this model of aircraft won’t cause injury to
others’ body or cause any damage to property.
Please operate strictly as shown on the instruction manual when debugging or assembling
this aircraft. During the process of flying or landing, please pay more attentionto keep 1-2 meters
between the user and the aircraft to avoid colliding to the head or face or body, which may
cause injury.
Our company and distributors won’t be responsible for any incorrect operation, which may cause
loss or damage or injury to the body.
Children ages 14 and up should use this product under the guidance of an adult. This product
is FORBIDDEN to be used by children under 14 years old.
Please correctly assemble and use this product as shown on the instruction manual or packing
instruction. Some parts should be assembled by an adult.
Small parts are included with this product. Please place it beyond the reach of the children to
avoid a CHOKING HAZARD or parts being mistakenly swallowed.
Playing on the road or near high traffic areas is strictly FORBIDDEN so as not to cause an
accident.
Please dispose of the packing material timely so as not to cause injury to children.
Please DO NOT disassemble or re-equip the aircraft as it may cause a breakdown of the aircraft
during flying.
Batteries in the battery compartment of the charger should be inserted into the designated power
source which has the same logo as the product.
Built-in rechargeable 3.7V lithium polymer battery included in the transmitter.
Only the original charger made from our factory can be used.
Charger is not a toy.
When charging the battery, please conduct it under the surveillance of an adult. Please also keep it
far away from any combustible object when charging. Please keep this aircraft within eyesight
when charging.
Please DO NOT make it short-circuited or squeeze the battery so as not to cause an explosion.
DO NOT mix the Li-ion battery with a different type of battery.
Intelligent lithium battery is loaded in the Quad-rotor. Both built-in or external can be used for charging.
There is important information contained in this package and instruction manual, please keep
it for future reference.
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Please DO NOT make the battery short-circuited or decompose the battery or throw the battery
into the fire; DO NOT place the batteries near the high temperature or heated area (such as near
the fire or near the electric heating device).
The aircraft should be kept far away from any other electric compliance or equipment as far
as possible or kept far away from the place where having the magnetic object nearby as they
may cause interference with each other.
Please keep the safe distance from the high-speed rotating rotor so as not to cause twisted or
danger of being wounded or being cut.
Engine will heat up. Please DO NOT touch it to avoid being burned or injured.
Please DO NOT close this product to your ear as it may cause injury to your hearing.
Type-C 5V wall charger recommended for charging. DO NOT use any charger stronger than
5V.
To comply with the command of the magnetic environment requirement formulated by the
Aviation Radio Bureau and the related authority, during the regulated period in certain areas,
please stop using the transmitter of this model when such regulation command is issued.
Keep your UAS within sight.
Never fly over groups of people.
Never fly over stadiums or sports events.
Understand airspace restrictions and requirements.
Product should only be used by adults and children 14 years and older. Adult supervision
required for children under 14 years of age.

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Make sure correctly open the remote control antenna.
Make sure fly in the open area without any interference
and obstacle.
Do not fly against the wind; WIFI transmission distance
is 3KM.
5 Fly Safety
WIFI transmission area requirements:
Fly in Open Areas Strong GPS Signal Maintain Line of
Sight
Maximum flight
altitude height is
about 120 meters
Avoid flying over or near obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, airport or bodies
of water.
DO NOT fly near strong electromagnetic sources such as power lines and base stations as
it may affect the onboard compass.
DO NOT use the drone in adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, fog and wind speeds
exceeding 7 m/s or 16 mph.
7m/s
No Fly Zone
Stay away from the rotating propellers
and motors.
It’s important to understand basic flight guidelines,for the safety of both you and those
around you. Don’t forget to read the Safety Guidelines before flight.

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6.1 Controller Features
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6 Remote Controller
Distance
Status Display
Long-distance version
Remote control battery GPS signal strength
Remote control signal strength
Speed Aircraft battery
Photo/video
Height D-speed V-speed
Camera zoom in and out Gimbal dial
Shooting Recording
Throttle stick Direction stick
Press once, speed switch;
Press and hold for 5
seconds, turn off
GPS mode
Press once then press
again and hold for 3
seconds to activate
Emergency Stop
Press once check the
battery level, press again
power on.Press once and
then keep pressing
power off
Press once, Return To Home;
Press again, cancel Return
To Home
Antennas, lift up to
receive signal

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Remote Controller Stick Mode-Mode 1 (Defalut Mode)
Switch Remote Controller Stick Mode--Mode 2
6.2 Controlling the Drone
Power off the remote control.
Keep pressing the , clicking the twice.
(Click once indicating the power level, click again the
remote control beeps three times and power on, LED
screen indicates “RHAND MODE”.)
Note: Once restart, the controller will back to default
mode - Mode 1.
Throttle Joystick
Left Joystick Right stick
Direction Joystick
Left Joystick Right stick
Throttle Joystick
Direction Joystick

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6.3 Optimal Transmission Zone
6.4 Emergency Stop
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By using this function the drone motor will stop working immediately thus fall to the
ground, which might cause damage. Only use this feature when in emergency so as
to reduce the risk of damage or injury.
The signal between the drone and the remote controller is most reliable when the antennas
are positioned in relation to the aircraft as shown below.
Click once and hold the for 3 seconds to enter into Emergency Stop mode. It only
activated when the drone's flight altitude within 5-42ft.
DO NOT use other wireless devices to avoid interference to the remote controller.
About 5 feet

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6.5 Charging the Controller
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When the remote control is charging, the LED screen will indicate the battery level, when fully
charged, it will indicate "BAT 100 PCT" Controller is built-in 3.7V 1500mAh lithium polymer
battery. Use the original type-C cable to connect an AC power adapter (4.5V-5.5V, 2A-3A)
to charge. It takes apporximately 2hours to full charge the remote controller. The charing
time depends on what adapter are using, suggest to use charger with output currency 5V/3A.
Never overcharge.
Phone Adapter: 5V--3A
(Not Included)
USB Adapter
(5V/3.0A)
Charging Time: About 2 Hours
(Depending on Charging Adapter)
The Remote Control Is Charging Fully Charged With Remote Control

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7.1 Drone Diagram
7.2 Assemble the Propeller
7 Drone
DO NOT install the battery with the power already switched on.
DO NOT charge the battery immediately after flight as the temperature may be too hight.
Wait until it cools down to room temperature before charging again.
Hold the switch button for 3 sec.
power on; then press the button for
3 sec. power off.
Refer to the battery level LED, when
only one LED left, charge the battery.
Please note that the letter "A" or "B" is printed on each propeller, and make sure all the
propellers are attached in the correct motor position.
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7.3 Intelligent Flight Battery
Gimbal and camera
Rotor blades Motor
LED indicator
Intelligent battery
MicroSD card slot
USB-C port
Battery switch Battery level LED
USB charging port

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8 Drone Status Indicators
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Make sure to remove the gimbal cover before use, the gimbal works only after the drone
is power on and complete self-calibration.
When the drone is powed on DO NOT touch or knock the gimbal, place the drone on a
level and no vibration surface to keep it still, it will take less than 30 seconds to complete
gimbal self-calibration.
Precision elements in the gimbal may be damaged in a collision or impact , which may
cause the gimbal to function abnormally.
Avoid getting dust or sand on the gimbal and the camera, especially in the gimbal motors.
DO NOT apply extera force to the gimbal after the gimbal is powered on, as this may
cause the gimbal to function abnormaly or even lead to pemanentmotor damage.
Make sure to install the gimbal cover when the drone is not in use.
If the gimbal get wet after flying in wet weather, temporary failure might occur, make
the gimbal and the drone dry so as to get it recover to full function.
The gimbal of F11GIM2 drone ensure the user can capture clear and stable impage and videos
even when the drone is flying, the camera also equipped with electroni stabilization function.
F11GIM2 drone has front and back four LED lights.
7.4 Gimbal and Camera
Front LED
Back LED
Front LED
Back LED

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9.1 Return to Home
9 Product Functions Profile
The Return to Home (RTH) function brings the drone back to the Home Point.
This function can only be achieved under GPS mode. There are three types of RTH: Smart RTH,
Low Battery RTH, and Fail connection RTH. If the drone have successfully recorded the Take
off Point and the GPS signal is strong, the RTH will be triggered when either the Smart RTH
is initiated, the drone battery level is low, or when the signal between the drone and remote
controller is lost.
Smart RTH
Smart RTH can bring the drone back to the Home Point. It is
initiated by either clicking the button once on the remote
controller or on the app, the remote controller will alert with
a"DI DI" sound. Click the button again cancel the RTH process.
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Front and back
lights flashing red
Front and back
lights flashing pink
Front and back
lights flashing
white and blue
Front and back
lights rapid-flash-
ing white and blue
The controller is not connected to
the drone
The drone turns to Compass
Calibration process
Follow the insturction to rotate the
drone to complete calibration process
The drone is in Gyroscope
Calibration process
Wait till the drone complete calibration
automatically (This only take 2-3
seonds)
GPS searching
Waiting for GPS signal
Change to another place and try again
Charge the battery
Restart and wait for the drone and
controller auto-connection
Low Power
LED light indicator Reason Action requiredColor
The default Home Point is the first location where the drone
received a strong or moderately strong GPS signal (3 or more
satellite reception).
Home Point GPS Description
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