TerraView RangePro X8 User manual

RangePro®X8
User Manual (For A3 Flight Controlled Systems)
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Part Number: 50000021, Rev. A
Revised: January 16, 2020

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The term RangePro is a registered trademark of TerraView 360, Inc. (TerraView). All
other trademarks presented in this document are the property of their
respective owners.
Copyright © 2019, TerraView 360, Inc., all rights reserved.
TerraView, the TerraView Logo, RangePro X8, and this document are copyrighted by
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Warranty Information
For warranty information, go to Appendix B, “Warranty” on page 66.

Summary Table of Contents
1General Information .........................................................................................................13
2What’s in the Case?...........................................................................................................15
3Register Your Drone .........................................................................................................19
4Cautions and Warnings.....................................................................................................21
5Assemble RangePro X8 for Flight ......................................................................................24
6Ground Control Setup......................................................................................................36
7Emergency Procedures ......................................................................................................41
8Flight Ops ........................................................................................................................44
9Data Management ............................................................................................................53
10 Drone Battery Management ..............................................................................................55
11 Maintenance.....................................................................................................................59
12 Contacting TerraView for Support ....................................................................................62
ACertifications/Compliance ................................................................................................64
BWarranty .........................................................................................................................66
CDefault RangePro A3 settings ...........................................................................................69
DShipping Lithium Polymer Batteries .................................................................................72

Table of Contents
Summary Table of Contents ...............................................................................................3
Table of Contents ..............................................................................................................4
List of Figures ....................................................................................................................7
List of Tables .....................................................................................................................9
About this Guide .............................................................................................................10
Audience........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Structure........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Precautions.................................................................................................................................................... 10
Conventions/Terminology........................................................................................................................ 11
Reference Documents ................................................................................................................................ 11
1General Information .........................................................................................................13
RangePro X8 Overview...................................................................................................14
2What’s in the Case?...........................................................................................................15
Introduction...................................................................................................................16
Where is the Battery? ......................................................................................................18
Spares and Replacements ................................................................................................18
3Register Your Drone .........................................................................................................19
Introduction...................................................................................................................20
Label Your Drone According to FAA Regulations ............................................................20
4Cautions and Warnings.....................................................................................................21
Introduction...................................................................................................................22
Motors and Propellers.....................................................................................................22
The Aircraft....................................................................................................................23
During a Flight...............................................................................................................23
Shipping Lithium Polymer Batteries ................................................................................23
5Assemble RangePro X8 for Flight ......................................................................................24
Introduction...................................................................................................................25
Aircraft Assembly............................................................................................................25
Battery Installation .........................................................................................................31
Testing the Battery .........................................................................................................31
Installing the Battery ......................................................................................................33
Payload Installation ........................................................................................................35
6Ground Control Setup......................................................................................................36

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Introduction...................................................................................................................37
Running the GO Application..........................................................................................37
Setting Up the Transmitter .............................................................................................37
7Emergency Procedures ......................................................................................................41
Introduction...................................................................................................................42
Propeller Loss .................................................................................................................42
Loss of Power .................................................................................................................42
Loss of GPS....................................................................................................................42
Loss of Video Link..........................................................................................................43
Loss of Data Link ...........................................................................................................43
Fly Away ........................................................................................................................43
8Flight Ops ........................................................................................................................44
Introduction...................................................................................................................45
Pre-Flight.......................................................................................................................45
Ground Station Connection............................................................................................48
Calibration ....................................................................................................................48
Battery Health Monitor .................................................................................................48
GPS Satellite Connectivity .............................................................................................49
Takeoff ..........................................................................................................................49
In-Flight ........................................................................................................................49
Landing .........................................................................................................................50
Post-Flight .....................................................................................................................50
Disassemble the RangePro X8 ........................................................................................51
Disassemble the Ground Controller ................................................................................51
Packing up ....................................................................................................................52
9Data Management ............................................................................................................53
Introduction...................................................................................................................54
Downloading and Reviewing Flight Logs.........................................................................54
Collecting Payload Data..................................................................................................54
Collecting On-Board Flight Telemetry ............................................................................54
10 Drone Battery Management ..............................................................................................55
Introduction...................................................................................................................56
Charging the Battery.......................................................................................................56
Inspecting the Battery .....................................................................................................58
Storing the Battery..........................................................................................................58
End of Life Battery Processing Steps ................................................................................58
11 Maintenance.....................................................................................................................59

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Introduction...................................................................................................................60
User Maintenance Activities............................................................................................60
Replacing a Pair of Propellers ..........................................................................................60
12 Contacting TerraView for Support ....................................................................................62
Support Options.............................................................................................................63
ACertifications/Compliance ................................................................................................64
Compliance....................................................................................................................65
North America (United States and Canada) .....................................................................65
FCC Part 15 Class B ......................................................................................................65
NRTL (Nationally Recognized Test Lab) Mark ...............................................................65
Standards ......................................................................................................................65
European Union.............................................................................................................65
CE Mark .......................................................................................................................65
Standards ......................................................................................................................65
BWarranty .......................................................................................................................66
What Is Covered.............................................................................................................67
What TerraView Will Do To Correct Problems...............................................................67
What This Warranty Does Not Cover.............................................................................67
CDefault RangePro A3 settings .........................................................................................69
Introduction...................................................................................................................70
Basic Settings..................................................................................................................70
Flight Settings ................................................................................................................71
DShipping Lithium Polymer Batteries ...............................................................................72
Introduction...................................................................................................................73
Basic Shipping Requirements ..........................................................................................73

List of Figures
1 RangePro X8 UAV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2 Case extension handle and release button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3 RangePro X8 equipment locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4 Removing landing leg from case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5 Removing RangePro X8 drone from case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6 Installing a landing leg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
7 Installing a landing leg (close-up) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
8 Attaching an antenna clip onto a landing leg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
9 RangePro X8 standing on landing legs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
10 Loosening wing fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
11 Rear arms unfolded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
12 Lifting arm pins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
13 All arms unfolded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
14 Battery tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
15 Battery tester cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
16 Battery tester connected to battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
17 Cable B1 connector black wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
18 Disconnecting battery tester cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
19 Installing the battery into the airframe rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
20 Battery transport mode hole and battery flight mode hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
21 Gimbal mount locking lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
22 DJI GO app is available at the Apple App Store and Android stores. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
23 Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
24 Transmitter power button and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
25 Transmitter charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
26 Mobile device holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
27 Transmitter data cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
28 Connecting transmitter data cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
29 Positioning propellers for flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
30 Proper distance between propeller tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
31 Clear zone around UAV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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32 UAV green and white position strobe lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
33 Firmware Requires Upgrade message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
34 Calibrate the Compass message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
35 GPS signal strength should be at least 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
36 Battery charger AC power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
37 Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
38 Battery charging cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
39 Connecting the battery charging cable to the battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
40 Shipping container label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
41 Cargo aircraft only label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
42 UN3480 label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

List of Tables
1RangePro X8 case contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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About this Guide
This guide describes unpacking and readying for flight the TerraView RangePro® X8 multi-rotor unmanned
aircraft system (UAS).
Audience
This guide is intended for operators and technicians who have experience in operating and/or servicing drone
aircraft.
Structure
This guide contains the following chapters and appendices:
•Chapter 1, starting on page 13, contains an overview describing the RangePro X8 UAS
•Chapter 2, starting on page 15, covers the contents of the UAS box
•Chapter 3, starting on page 19, explains how to register and label the UAV
•Chapter 4, starting on page 21, contains warnings, cautions, and notes about the UAS
•Chapter 5, starting on page 24, describes how to assemble the UAV
•Chapter 6, starting on page 36, describes how to set up ground control
•Chapter 7, starting on page 41, provides instructions on what to do in case of an emergency
•Chapter 8, starting on page 44, describes the phases of flight operations
•Chapter 9, starting on page 53, gives information on data management
•Chapter 10, starting on page 55, explains drone battery management
•Chapter 11, starting on page 59, provides maintenance procedures
•Chapter 12, starting on page 62, explains how to contact TerraView for support
•Appendix A, starting on page 64, provides compliance info for the UAS
•Appendix B, starting on page 66, is the RangePro X8 warranty
•Appendix C, starting on page 69, provides default RangePro A3 settings
•Appendix D, starting on page 72, gives information on shipping lithium polymer batteries
For best results, read the contents of this guide before you operate the UAS.
Precautions
Warnings, cautions, and notes, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you
become aware of potential problems. Warnings relate to personal injury issues, and Cautions refer to potential
property damage.
Note Highlights a helpful tip to help the user work more efficiently.
The alert symbol and IMPORTANT heading calls attention to important information.
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Conventions/Terminology
CSC: Control Stick Combination. Holding the left and right control sticks down and in towards each other,
typically for 3 or more seconds.
GCS: Ground Control Station. The transmitter and the tablet as a combined system
HUD: Heads Up Display
Payload: Any attachment connected to the RangePro X8. Supported payloads include Zenmuse X3, Z3, X5,
Z30, and XT
RTH/RTL: Return to Home/Return to Launch
Transmitter: The controller that the pilot holds while flying the RangePro X8
UAS: Unmanned Aircraft System. Includes the UAV and all ground units for control and communication
UAV: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (AKA a drone)
Reference Documents
Where applicable, this document references other documents that provide detailed notes on how to operate
specific pieces of equipment included with the RangePro X8, safety regulations, and other information that
will ensure your flight operations are safe and your RangePro X8 is well maintained.
Prior to flight operations be sure to familiarize yourself with this document and all the information in the refer-
ence documents noted below. If you have lost or cannot find a particular document referenced below an elec-
tronic copy may be found on the www.terraview.com support page.
•DJI Lightbridge 2 User Manual, v1.6
•DJI A3 Pro Disclaimer, v1.2
•DJI A3 Pro In The Box, v1.2
•DJI A3 Pro Quick Start Guide, v1.2
•DJI A2 Pro User Manual, v1.4
•SkyRC D400 Charger Manual, v1.2
The alert symbol and WARNING heading indicate a potential safety hazard.
Strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid personal injury.
The shock hazard symbol and CAUTION heading indicate a potential electric shock haz-
ard. Strictly follow the instructions to avoid property damage caused by electric shock.
The alert symbol and CAUTION heading indicate a potential hazard. Strictly follow the
instructions to avoid property damage.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION

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•SkyRC LiPoPal Instruction Manual
•Using the D400 Charger with RangePro RP6S24KHDA Battery
•Lithium Battery Shipping Notice or Appendix D, "Shipping Lithium Polymer Batteries" on page 72

Chapter 1 General Information
Chapter Contents
RangePro X8 Overview............................................................................................................14

RangePro X8 Overview 14
RangePro X8 User Manual (For A3 Flight Controlled Systems) 1 • General Information
RangePro X8 Overview
The RangePro X8 (see figure 1) is a small, lightweight, multi-rotor unmanned aircraft system (UAS) proudly
engineered, designed, and assembled in the USA. The RangePro X8 is unique in its class and is an extremely
cost-effective solution.
Figure 1. RangePro X8 UAV
With an ultra-strong carbon fiber body, lightweight design, and efficient motor and propeller pairings, the
RangePro X8 is capable of flight times in excess of 70 minutes. The quad-arm coaxial motor octocopter design
provides redundancy that permits safe flight operations to continue with as many as four damaged or inopera-
tive motors.
RangePro X8 is capable of taking off and landing manually or autonomously while supporting a wide range of
payloads. Highly portable and adaptable, a complete system can be transported easily and can be operated by
only one person.
The RangePro X8 is available with a number of flight control systems, including A3 and Lightbridge 2 elec-
tronics, or a Pixhawk Blue Cube solution.
This document provides details on how to maintain and safely operate a RangePro X8 with A3 flight control
systems.
Now that you have an overview of RangePro X8 capabilities, continue to Chapter 2, “What’s in the Case?” on
page 15.

Chapter 2 What’s in the Case?
Chapter Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................16
Where is the Battery? ...............................................................................................................18
Spares and Replacements .........................................................................................................18

Introduction 16
RangePro X8 User Manual (For A3 Flight Controlled Systems) 2 • What’s in the Case?
Introduction
Note To make it easier to move the RangePro X8 case, the extension handle (see
figure 2) can be extended by pulling on the handle while pressing the release
button. Stop pressing the button after the handle is at the desired length.
Figure 2. Case extension handle and release button
Inspect the case for damage. Open the case and verify that all equipment is secure and nothing was damaged
during shipping or transport.

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RangePro X8 User Manual (For A3 Flight Controlled Systems) 2 • What’s in the Case?
Tab le 1 describes RangePro X8 case contents. Figure 3 shows the locations of equipment in the case.
Figure 3. RangePro X8 equipment locations
Table 1. RangePro X8 case contents
Callout Description Callout Description Callout Description
RangePro X8 Drone Charger Power Cable Tablet Storage Area
RangePro X8 Landing
Gear
Battery Charging Cable
(under the drone)
Storage Area for
Optional Gimbal
Transmitter Battery Tester Temporary Battery Stor-
age Areas (remove the
battery before shipping
the case)
Transmitter Data Cable Documentation
(under the drone)
Transmitter Charger Battery Test Cable Spare propellers (1 set of
top propellers and 1 set
of bottom propellers) and
screws
Charger Bubble Level

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RangePro X8 User Manual (For A3 Flight Controlled Systems) 2 • What’s in the Case?
Where is the Battery?
The RangePro X8 battery was shipped separately. Be sure to save the shipping material that comes with the bat-
tery, because the materials can be reused for future shipments. See Appendix D, “Shipping Lithium Polymer
Batteries” on page 72 or the TerraView Lithium Battery Shipping Notice for additional details.
Spares and Replacements
Your RangePro X8 comes with 1 set of top propellers and 1 set of bottom propellers. In the event of a crash,
inspect your RangePro X8 for damage, including small cracks in the propellers and in the arms.
If a propeller is damaged, it can be replaced with a spare propeller from the RangePro X8 case (see section
“Replacing a Pair of Propellers” on page 60).
Now that you have verified that all UAS components and the battery were delivered, continue to Chapter 3,
“Register Your Drone” on page 19.
Federal regulations prohibit the shipping of large Lithium based
batteries with other equipment. Regulations may change so,
regardless of whether you are shipping by air or by ground, be
sure to check with your carrier before packing and labeling bat-
teries for shipment.
If there is any damage to the RangePro X8, do not fly the drone
until it has been repaired.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT

Chapter 3 Register Your Drone
Chapter Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................20
Label Your Drone According to FAA Regulations....................................................................20

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RangePro X8 User Manual (For A3 Flight Controlled Systems) 3 • Register Your Drone
Introduction
In the US, current FAA regulations require registration of all drones that weigh in excess of 9 ounces (250
grams). The RangePro X8 with a battery and no payload weighs approximately 10 pounds (4.4 kilograms) and
is therefore subject to registration requirements. To register your drone, visit the FAA website at https://
faadronezone.faa.gov.
Label Your Drone According to FAA Regulations
Comply with the current regulation for labeling your drone. In the US, refer to https://faadronezone.faa.gov.
Now that you have registered and labeled the UAV, continue to Chapter 4, “Cautions and Warnings” on
page 21.
If you are a commercial operator of the RangePro X8 in the US, review the FAA Part 107
requirements and comply with all local and federal regulations.
If you are an operator outside of the US, contact your local authorities to ensure compli-
ance with local laws and regulations.
IMPORTANT