Tornado H920 User manual
V10182015
CONTENTS
AERIAL IMAGING SOLUTION
02 INTRODUCTION
03 ST24 OVERVIEW
04 SPECIFICATIONS
05 NOTICES AND WARNINGS
06 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
08 DISCLAIMER
09 BATTERY WARNINGS AND USAGE GUIDELINES
10 CHARGING THE LIPO FLIGHT BATTERY
11 CHARGING THE LI-ION ST24 BATTERY
12 ASSEMBLING THE H920
13 FLIGHT CONTROLS
14 CONTROL RATE SLIDER
14 FLIGHT MODES
17 INSTALLING THE GB603 GIMBAL AND CAMERA
17 INSTALLING THE V18
18 LED STATUS INDICATION
19 PREPARING TO FLY
19 FLYING
20 COMPASS CALIBRATION
22 BINDING (SINGLE MODE)
23 CAMERA CONTROLS (SINGLE MODE)
24 BINDING (TEAM MODE)
26 CAMERA CONTROLS (TEAM MODE)
GROUND IMAGING SYSTEM
27 INTRODUCTION
27 SPECIFICATIONS
28 BATTERY WARNINGS AND USAGE GUIDELINES
29 CHARGING THE BATTERY
30 WARNINGS
30 INSTALLING THE PROACTION™ BATTERY
30 ATTACHING THE GB603 TO THE PROACTION™
31 POWERING ON/OFF
32 PROACTION™ CONTROLS
33 Panasonic® GH4 CAMERA APP
34 ATTACHING A MOBILE DEVICE TO THE PROACTION™
34 WARRANTY INFORMATION
35 OVERVIEW
36 CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
AERIAL IMAGING SOLUTION
INTRODUCTION
H920
The TORNADO H920 is a professional multirotor aerial photography and videography
platform. Its unique and innovative features make it possible to capture amazing
photographs and video footage for a variety of uses. The modular aircraft platform is
compatible with GB603 gimbal, V18 gimbal camera, as well as CGO4 Camera /3-Axis
Stabilized Gimbal System.
ST24
Besides being an advanced 24-channel 2.4GHz RC transmitter - the ST24 is also a
powerful Personal Ground Station (PGS) that includes built-in hardware and
functionality for a 5.8GHz digital video downlink and rst-person view and a ight
simulator. With the convenient and portable ST24 it’s no longer necessary to use
separate components to view real-time video and telemetry data during ight.
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SPECIFICATIONS
TORNADO H920
Air Time: 24 Minutes (H920/GB603/GH4/2pcs 6S 4,000mAh LiPo)
Dimension: 38.1x33.4x18.1in (969x849x461mm)
Diagonal Length Without Rotor Blades: 36.2 in(920mm)
Propeller/Main Rotor Diameter: 17.3 in (440mm)
Take-off Weight with GB603, GH4 Camera and Battery: 176.0 oz (4990g)
Battery: LiPo 6s 4000mAh 8C
Charger: 100W 2 x output AC-DC Balancing Charger
Transmitter: 24-channel 2.4GHz with 5.8GHz video downlink (included)
Flight Modes: Smart, Angle and Home Modes
Maximum Flying Height (Absolute altitude): 4000m (13123 ft)
Maximum Flying Height (Relative altitude): 122m(400 ft)
Maximum Rotation Rate: 100°/s
Maximum Roll Angle: 35°
Maximum Horizontal Speed (GPS ON): 40km/h
Radio Control Frequency Band: 2.4GHz
Operating Temperature Range: ﹣10℃to 50℃
ST24 PERSONAL GROUND STATION
Operating System: Android™
Number of Channels: 24
Control Transmission Distance/Range (Optimum Conditions): Max 2km
Robust Radio Control Modulation: Yuneec Protocol
Video link Frequency Band: 5.8GHz WiFi
Video Transmission Distance/Range (Optimum Conditions):
FCC Compliance: Up to 700m（2296.59ft）
CE Compliance: Up to 300m (984.25 ft)
Flight Systems Telemetry Data On Screen Display (OSD): Yes
LED Backlit LCD Screen: 7”
Tactile (Vibrating) and Audible Feedback: Yes
Built-In LiPo Battery Voltage / Capacity: 1S 3.6V 8700mAh 31.32Wh Li-ion
NOTICES AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT NOTE: All safety precautions and warnings, instructions, warranties and
other collateral information is subject to change at the sole discretion of Yuneec. For
the most up-to-date information please visit the corresponding product page at
www.Yuneec.com or contact the nearest Yuneec ofce or authorized distributor.
The following special language terms are used throughout the product literature to
indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of property
damage and/or little to no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage and/or a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage, collateral damage and/or serious injury or create a high probability
of supercial injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE quick start guide and instruction manual to become
familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the
product correctly can result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious
injury.
WARNING: This is a sophisticated consumer product. It must be operated with caution
and common sense, and requires some basic mechanical ability.
Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with
incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions
provided by Yuneec. The quick start guide and instruction manual contain instructions
for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the
instructions and warnings prior to assembly, setup and/or use in order to operate the
product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
AGE RECOMMENDATION: NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS. THIS IS NOT A
TOY.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the quick
start guide and instruction manual can result in damage to the product, property and/or
cause serious injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) multirotor aircraft, APV platform, drone, etc.
is not a toy! If misused it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property.
WARNING: As the user of this product you are solely and entirely responsible for operating
it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the
product or the property of others.
• Keep your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the spinning
propellers/rotor blades and other moving parts at all times. Keep items that could impact
or become entangled away from the propellers/rotor blades including debris, parts, tools,
loose clothing, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft in open areas that are free from people, vehicles and other
obstructions. Never y near or above crowds, airports or buildings.
• To ensure proper operation and safe ight performance never attempt to operate your
aircraft nearby buildings or other obstructions that do not offer a clear view of the sky and
can restrict GPS reception.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft in areas with potential magnetic and/or radio
interference including areas nearby broadcast towers, power transmission stations, high
voltage power lines, electrical storms, etc.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your aircraft to avoid collisions
and/or injury. This aircraft is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many
sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• To ensure proper and safe operation of the automatic landing function in Home Mode
you must start the motors with the aircraft in a position that has at least 10 feet
(approximately 3 meters) of clear and open space around it and achieve a proper GPS lock.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft with any worn and/or damaged components,
parts, etc. (including, but not limited to, damaged propellers/rotor blades, old batteries, etc.).
• Never operate your aircraft in poor or severe weather conditions including heavy winds,
precipitation, lightning, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft starting with a fully charged battery. Always land as soon as
possible after the rst level low voltage battery warning or land immediately after the
second level low voltage battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible alerts
from the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always operate your aircraft when the voltage of the battery in the transmitter/personal
ground station is in a safe range (as indicated by the battery charge status icon on the
screen of the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always keep the aircraft in clear line of sight and under control, and keep the
transmitter/personal ground station powered on while the aircraft is powered on.
• Always move the throttle control stick down fully and turn off the motors in the event the
propellers/rotor blades come into contact with any objects.
• Always allow components and parts to cool after use before touching them and ying again.
• Always remove batteries after use and store/transport them per the corresponding guidelines.
• Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specically designed
and protected for use in water. Moisture causes damage to electronic components and parts.
• Never place any portion of the aircraft or any related accessories, components or parts
in your mouth as doing so could cause serious injury or even death.
• Always keep chemicals, small parts and electronic components out of the reach of children.
• Carefully follow the instructions and warnings included with this aircraft and any related
accessories, components or parts (including, but not limited to, chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.).
CAUTION: The electronic speed controls (ESCs) installed in the TORNADO are not
compatible with any other product, and the TORNADO is not compatible with any other
ESCs. Use of any other ESCs in the TORNADO will cause a crash, which may result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury.
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NOTICES AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT NOTE: All safety precautions and warnings, instructions, warranties and
other collateral information is subject to change at the sole discretion of Yuneec. For
the most up-to-date information please visit the corresponding product page at
www.Yuneec.com or contact the nearest Yuneec ofce or authorized distributor.
The following special language terms are used throughout the product literature to
indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of property
damage and/or little to no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage and/or a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage, collateral damage and/or serious injury or create a high probability
of supercial injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE quick start guide and instruction manual to become
familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the
product correctly can result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious
injury.
WARNING: This is a sophisticated consumer product. It must be operated with caution
and common sense, and requires some basic mechanical ability.
Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with
incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions
provided by Yuneec. The quick start guide and instruction manual contain instructions
for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the
instructions and warnings prior to assembly, setup and/or use in order to operate the
product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
AGE RECOMMENDATION: NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS. THIS IS NOT A
TOY.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the quick
start guide and instruction manual can result in damage to the product, property and/or
cause serious injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) multirotor aircraft, APV platform, drone, etc.
is not a toy! If misused it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property.
WARNING: As the user of this product you are solely and entirely responsible for operating
it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the
product or the property of others.
• Keep your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the spinning
propellers/rotor blades and other moving parts at all times. Keep items that could impact
or become entangled away from the propellers/rotor blades including debris, parts, tools,
loose clothing, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft in open areas that are free from people, vehicles and other
obstructions. Never y near or above crowds, airports or buildings.
• To ensure proper operation and safe ight performance never attempt to operate your
aircraft nearby buildings or other obstructions that do not offer a clear view of the sky and
can restrict GPS reception.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft in areas with potential magnetic and/or radio
interference including areas nearby broadcast towers, power transmission stations, high
voltage power lines, electrical storms, etc.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your aircraft to avoid collisions
and/or injury. This aircraft is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many
sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• To ensure proper and safe operation of the automatic landing function in Home Mode
you must start the motors with the aircraft in a position that has at least 10 feet
(approximately 3 meters) of clear and open space around it and achieve a proper GPS lock.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft with any worn and/or damaged components,
parts, etc. (including, but not limited to, damaged propellers/rotor blades, old batteries, etc.).
• Never operate your aircraft in poor or severe weather conditions including heavy winds,
precipitation, lightning, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft starting with a fully charged battery. Always land as soon as
possible after the rst level low voltage battery warning or land immediately after the
second level low voltage battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible alerts
from the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always operate your aircraft when the voltage of the battery in the transmitter/personal
ground station is in a safe range (as indicated by the battery charge status icon on the
screen of the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always keep the aircraft in clear line of sight and under control, and keep the
transmitter/personal ground station powered on while the aircraft is powered on.
• Always move the throttle control stick down fully and turn off the motors in the event the
propellers/rotor blades come into contact with any objects.
• Always allow components and parts to cool after use before touching them and ying again.
• Always remove batteries after use and store/transport them per the corresponding guidelines.
• Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specically designed
and protected for use in water. Moisture causes damage to electronic components and parts.
• Never place any portion of the aircraft or any related accessories, components or parts
in your mouth as doing so could cause serious injury or even death.
• Always keep chemicals, small parts and electronic components out of the reach of children.
• Carefully follow the instructions and warnings included with this aircraft and any related
accessories, components or parts (including, but not limited to, chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.).
CAUTION: The electronic speed controls (ESCs) installed in the TORNADO are not
compatible with any other product, and the TORNADO is not compatible with any other
ESCs. Use of any other ESCs in the TORNADO will cause a crash, which may result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury.
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NOTICES AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT NOTE: All safety precautions and warnings, instructions, warranties and
other collateral information is subject to change at the sole discretion of Yuneec. For
the most up-to-date information please visit the corresponding product page at
www.Yuneec.com or contact the nearest Yuneec ofce or authorized distributor.
The following special language terms are used throughout the product literature to
indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of property
damage and/or little to no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage and/or a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage, collateral damage and/or serious injury or create a high probability
of supercial injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE quick start guide and instruction manual to become
familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the
product correctly can result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious
injury.
WARNING: This is a sophisticated consumer product. It must be operated with caution
and common sense, and requires some basic mechanical ability.
Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with
incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions
provided by Yuneec. The quick start guide and instruction manual contain instructions
for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the
instructions and warnings prior to assembly, setup and/or use in order to operate the
product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
AGE RECOMMENDATION: NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS. THIS IS NOT A
TOY.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the quick
start guide and instruction manual can result in damage to the product, property and/or
cause serious injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) multirotor aircraft, APV platform, drone, etc.
is not a toy! If misused it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property.
WARNING: As the user of this product you are solely and entirely responsible for operating
it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the
product or the property of others.
• Keep your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the spinning
propellers/rotor blades and other moving parts at all times. Keep items that could impact
or become entangled away from the propellers/rotor blades including debris, parts, tools,
loose clothing, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft in open areas that are free from people, vehicles and other
obstructions. Never y near or above crowds, airports or buildings.
• To ensure proper operation and safe ight performance never attempt to operate your
aircraft nearby buildings or other obstructions that do not offer a clear view of the sky and
can restrict GPS reception.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft in areas with potential magnetic and/or radio
interference including areas nearby broadcast towers, power transmission stations, high
voltage power lines, electrical storms, etc.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your aircraft to avoid collisions
and/or injury. This aircraft is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many
sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• To ensure proper and safe operation of the automatic landing function in Home Mode
you must start the motors with the aircraft in a position that has at least 10 feet
(approximately 3 meters) of clear and open space around it and achieve a proper GPS lock.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft with any worn and/or damaged components,
parts, etc. (including, but not limited to, damaged propellers/rotor blades, old batteries, etc.).
• Never operate your aircraft in poor or severe weather conditions including heavy winds,
precipitation, lightning, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft starting with a fully charged battery. Always land as soon as
possible after the rst level low voltage battery warning or land immediately after the
second level low voltage battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible alerts
from the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always operate your aircraft when the voltage of the battery in the transmitter/personal
ground station is in a safe range (as indicated by the battery charge status icon on the
screen of the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always keep the aircraft in clear line of sight and under control, and keep the
transmitter/personal ground station powered on while the aircraft is powered on.
• Always move the throttle control stick down fully and turn off the motors in the event the
propellers/rotor blades come into contact with any objects.
• Always allow components and parts to cool after use before touching them and ying again.
• Always remove batteries after use and store/transport them per the corresponding guidelines.
• Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specically designed
and protected for use in water. Moisture causes damage to electronic components and parts.
• Never place any portion of the aircraft or any related accessories, components or parts
in your mouth as doing so could cause serious injury or even death.
• Always keep chemicals, small parts and electronic components out of the reach of children.
• Carefully follow the instructions and warnings included with this aircraft and any related
accessories, components or parts (including, but not limited to, chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.).
CAUTION: The electronic speed controls (ESCs) installed in the TORNADO are not
compatible with any other product, and the TORNADO is not compatible with any other
ESCs. Use of any other ESCs in the TORNADO will cause a crash, which may result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury.
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THE TORNADO H920 RTF CONTENTS
The TORNADO H920 RTF includes everything needed to y right out of the box.
There's nothing extra to buy or provide.
NOTICES AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT NOTE: All safety precautions and warnings, instructions, warranties and
other collateral information is subject to change at the sole discretion of Yuneec. For
the most up-to-date information please visit the corresponding product page at
www.Yuneec.com or contact the nearest Yuneec ofce or authorized distributor.
The following special language terms are used throughout the product literature to
indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of property
damage and/or little to no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage and/or a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of
property damage, collateral damage and/or serious injury or create a high probability
of supercial injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE quick start guide and instruction manual to become
familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the
product correctly can result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious
injury.
WARNING: This is a sophisticated consumer product. It must be operated with caution
and common sense, and requires some basic mechanical ability.
Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with
incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions
provided by Yuneec. The quick start guide and instruction manual contain instructions
for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the
instructions and warnings prior to assembly, setup and/or use in order to operate the
product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
AGE RECOMMENDATION: NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS. THIS IS NOT A
TOY.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the quick
start guide and instruction manual can result in damage to the product, property and/or
cause serious injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) multirotor aircraft, APV platform, drone, etc.
is not a toy! If misused it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property.
WARNING: As the user of this product you are solely and entirely responsible for operating
it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the
product or the property of others.
• Keep your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the spinning
propellers/rotor blades and other moving parts at all times. Keep items that could impact
or become entangled away from the propellers/rotor blades including debris, parts, tools,
loose clothing, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft in open areas that are free from people, vehicles and other
obstructions. Never y near or above crowds, airports or buildings.
• To ensure proper operation and safe ight performance never attempt to operate your
aircraft nearby buildings or other obstructions that do not offer a clear view of the sky and
can restrict GPS reception.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft in areas with potential magnetic and/or radio
interference including areas nearby broadcast towers, power transmission stations, high
voltage power lines, electrical storms, etc.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your aircraft to avoid collisions
and/or injury. This aircraft is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many
sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• To ensure proper and safe operation of the automatic landing function in Home Mode
you must start the motors with the aircraft in a position that has at least 10 feet
(approximately 3 meters) of clear and open space around it and achieve a proper GPS lock.
• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft with any worn and/or damaged components,
parts, etc. (including, but not limited to, damaged propellers/rotor blades, old batteries, etc.).
• Never operate your aircraft in poor or severe weather conditions including heavy winds,
precipitation, lightning, etc.
• Always operate your aircraft starting with a fully charged battery. Always land as soon as
possible after the rst level low voltage battery warning or land immediately after the
second level low voltage battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible alerts
from the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always operate your aircraft when the voltage of the battery in the transmitter/personal
ground station is in a safe range (as indicated by the battery charge status icon on the
screen of the transmitter/personal ground station).
• Always keep the aircraft in clear line of sight and under control, and keep the
transmitter/personal ground station powered on while the aircraft is powered on.
• Always move the throttle control stick down fully and turn off the motors in the event the
propellers/rotor blades come into contact with any objects.
• Always allow components and parts to cool after use before touching them and ying again.
• Always remove batteries after use and store/transport them per the corresponding guidelines.
• Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specically designed
and protected for use in water. Moisture causes damage to electronic components and parts.
• Never place any portion of the aircraft or any related accessories, components or parts
in your mouth as doing so could cause serious injury or even death.
• Always keep chemicals, small parts and electronic components out of the reach of children.
• Carefully follow the instructions and warnings included with this aircraft and any related
accessories, components or parts (including, but not limited to, chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.).
CAUTION: The electronic speed controls (ESCs) installed in the TORNADO are not
compatible with any other product, and the TORNADO is not compatible with any other
ESCs. Use of any other ESCs in the TORNADO will cause a crash, which may result in
damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury.
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1. TORNADO RTF Airframe (4 sets of Propeller/Rotor Blade)
2. A10 Charger
3. ST24 Transmitter and Personal Ground Station
4. 4000mAh 6S 22.2V LiPo Battery (2pieces)
5. ST24 LCD Screen Sun Shade/Shield
6. ACCESSORY Box
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DISCLAIMER
Yuneec Electric Aviation cannot be held liable for any damage, injury or for use of the
product in violation with legal regulations, especially in the following circumstances:
Damage and/or injury as well violation of legal regulations resulting from a failure to
comply with the operating instructions or the instructions at www.yuneec.com, product
information, user manual and other legally binding information.
Damage and/or injury as well violation of legal regulations brought about by the inuence
of alcohol, drugs, medication or mother narcotics which may impact on the concentration
of the user. The same applies to illnesses effecting the concentration of the user (dizziness,
tiredness, nausea etc.) or other factors compromising mental and physical capabilities.
Intentionally caused damage, injury or violation of legal regulations.
Any request for compensation caused by an accident resulting from use of the product.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by use of the product
in a no-y zone, e.g. next to an aireld, above a motorway or a natural conservation area.
Malfunction of the product caused by retrotting or replacement with components which
did not come from Yuneec Electric Aviation.
Damage and/or injury caused by the use of replica parts (non-original parts).
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by incorrect
operation or misjudgment.
Damage and/or injury caused by damaged spare parts or not using original Yuneec Electric
Aviation spare parts.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by ignoring the low
voltage battery warning.
Damage and/or injury caused by knowingly and negligibly ying with a damaged model or
one which is unt to y, e.g. due to dirt, water penetration, coarse particles, oil or a model
which has not been correctly or completely assembled or if the main components exhibit
visible damage, defects or missing parts.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by operating the model
in a magnetic eld (e.g. high voltage lines, electricity/transformer stations, radio towers,
mobile phone masts etc.), a strong wireless signal environment, no-y zones, poor visibility and
in the event of vision impairments or other impacts on the pilot which are left unchecked etc...
Damage and/or injury brought about through a violation of the legal regulations for
operating the model, in unsuitable weather conditions, e.g. rain, wind, snow, hail, storms,
hurricanes etc.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by force majeure, e.g.
collision, re, explosion, ooding, tsunami, landslide, avalanche, earthquake or other
forces of nature.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by the illegal or
immoral use of the model, e.g. capturing videos or recording data which infringes
upon/harms the privacy of other people.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by incorrect use of
the batteries, protection systems, chargers or aircraft.
Consequential damage caused by the incorrect operation of any kind of system
components and accessory parts, especially memory cards, whereby image or video
material from the camera can become defect.
Any non-compliance with legal obligations, personal injury, material damage and
environmental damage caused by use and a failure to comply with the local laws and regulations.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by hazardous use
without sufcient practical experience.
Damage and/or injury as well as violation of legal regulations caused by ying in legally
dened no-y zones. Further losses which do not fall within the scope of use dened by
Yuneec Electric Aviation as improper.
This product is designed for both professional use and personal, private use. The national
and international laws and regulations in force as the time of take off must be adhered to.
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LIPO BATTERY WARNINGS AND USAGE GUIDELINES
WARNING: Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are signicantly more volatile than alkaline,
NiCd or NiMH batteries. All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly to prevent
property damage and/or serious injury as the mishandling of LiPo batteries can result in
re. By handling, charging or using the included LiPo battery you assume all risks
associated with LiPo batteries. If you do not agree with these conditions please return the
complete product in new, unused condition to the place of purchase immediately.
• You must always charge the LiPo battery in a safe, well-ventilated area away from
ammable materials.
• Never charge the LiPo battery unattended at any time. When charging the battery you
must always remain in constant observation to monitor the charging process and react
immediately to any potential problems that may occur.
• After ying/discharging the LiPo battery you must allow it to cool to ambient/room
temperature before recharging.
• To charge the LiPo battery you must use only the included charger or a suitably
compatible LiPo battery charger. Failure to do so may result in a re causing property
damage and/or serious injury.
• If at any time the LiPo battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue charging or
discharging immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect the battery, then place it in a safe,
open area away from ammable materials to observe it for at least 15 minutes. Continuing
to charge or discharge a battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a re. A
battery that has ballooned or swollen even a small amount must be removed from service
completely.
• Do not over-discharge the LiPo battery. Discharging the battery too low can cause
damage to the battery resulting in
reduced power, ight duration or failure of the battery entirely. LiPo cells should not be
discharged to below 3.0V each under load.
• Store the LiPo battery at room temperature and in a dry area for best results.
• When charging, transporting or temporarily storing the LiPo battery the temperature
range should be from approximately 40–120° F (5–49° C). Do not store the battery or
aircraft in a hot garage, car or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot garage or car the battery
can be damaged or even catch re.
• Never leave batteries, chargers and power supplies unattended during use.
• Never attempt to charge low voltage, ballooned/swollen, damaged or wet batteries.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge batteries.
• Never charge a battery if any of the wire leads have been damaged or shorted.
• Never attempt to disassemble the battery, charger or power supply.
• Never drop batteries, chargers or power supplies.
• Always inspect the battery, charger and power supply before charging.
• Always ensure correct polarity before connecting batteries, chargers and power supplies.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging.
• Always terminate all processes if the battery, charger or power supply malfunctions.
IMPORTANT NOTE: It’s safer and better for the longevity of the battery to store it only
partially charged for any length of time. Storing the battery approximately 50% charged is
typically best, however, it will take some careful management of the charge time and the
use of a volt meter to achieve this voltage. If you have the equipment and skills to achieve
the 50% charge level for storage it is recommended. If not, simply be sure to not store the
battery fully charged whenever possible.
In fact, as long as the battery will be stored at approximately room temperature and for no
more than a few weeks before the next use, it may be best to store the battery in the
discharged state after the last ight (as long as the battery was not over-discharged on the
last ight).
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1. TORNADO RTF Airframe (4 sets of Propeller/Rotor Blade)
2. A10 Charger
3. ST24 Transmitter and Personal Ground Station
4. 4000mAh 6S 22.2V LiPo Battery (2pieces)
5. ST24 LCD Screen Sun Shade/Shield
6. ACCESSORY Box
CHARGING THE LIPO FLIGHT BATTERY
Connecting to the power source : the A10 Dual Balance Charger comes with built in
switching power supply. You can connect the AC power cord directly to the main AC
socket (110 to 240V AC).
NOTICE: While the A10 is connected to a
suitable 110 to 240V AC power source, the
combined power output for Channel A and
Channel B is 200W, capable of charging two
6-Cell (6S), 4,000mAh LiPo battery packs at
4.3A.
CONNECTING THE BATTERY
CHARGING
BATT/PROGRAM Select: Press INC and DEC to go through all the programs and press
START/ENTER to enter LiPo BATT Program.
Mode Select: Press INC and DEC to go through all the modes and press START/ENTER
to enter LiPo Balance Charge Mode (for aircraft’s ight battery), to enter Li-ion
Balance Charge Mode (for ProAction ground handle).
Battery Setting: Press START/ENTER, the current value will start to blink, press INC
and DEC to change the value and press START/ENTER to conrm your setting. For the
TORNADO H920 battery, it is recommended to set 4A (no more than 8A). For
ProAction™ battery, it is recommended to set 2A (no more than 3A).
At the same time, the battery cells number will start blinking, press INC and DEC to
change the value and press START/ENTER to conrm your setting.
For the TORNADO H920 battery, 6S should be selected. For ProAction™, 4S should
be selected.
Program Start: Press and hold START/ENTER for 3 seconds to start the program.
The charger is detecting the battery cell.
NOTICE: Rshows the number of cells detected by the charger and Sis the number of
cells set by you at the previous screen. If both numbers are not identical, press STOP
to go back to previous screen to recheck the number of cells of the battery pack
before going ahead. If both numbers are identical, press START/ENTER to start
charging process.
If the number of cells do not match after double checking the connection, please
contact technical support.
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
CH A / CH B: Used to switch from Channel A
to B or Channel B to A.
BATT PROG / STOP: Used to stop the
progress or go back to previous step/screen
DEC: Used to go through the menus and
decrease the parameter value.
INC: Used to go through the menus and
increase the parameter value.
ENTER / START: Used to enter parameter or
store parameter on screen.
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CHARGING THE LI-ION ST24 BATTERY
You can charge the Li-ion battery installed in the ST24 with the A10 Dual Balance Charger.
While the ST24 is powered off connect the cable to the USB adapter/charger, then plug it
into the 5V/2.1A USB connector/charging port. The charging icon on the monitor of the
ST24 shows the current charging progress of the transmitter battery and indicates that the
battery is charging. It will take approximately 3 to 4 hours to charge a fully discharged (not
over-discharged) battery.
NOTICE: To check the charge status of the ST24, simply tap the screen 2 times.
NOTICE: The AC plug type will vary depending on the region in which the product was
imported/purchased (AU = Australian; EU = European; UK = United Kingdom; US =
United States).
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CHARGING THE LIPO FLIGHT BATTERY
Connecting to the power source : the A10 Dual Balance Charger comes with built in
switching power supply. You can connect the AC power cord directly to the main AC
socket (110 to 240V AC).
NOTICE: While the A10 is connected to a
suitable 110 to 240V AC power source, the
combined power output for Channel A and
Channel B is 200W, capable of charging two
6-Cell (6S), 4,000mAh LiPo battery packs at
4.3A.
CONNECTING THE BATTERY
CHARGING
BATT/PROGRAM Select: Press INC and DEC to go through all the programs and press
START/ENTER to enter LiPo BATT Program.
Mode Select: Press INC and DEC to go through all the modes and press START/ENTER
to enter LiPo Balance Charge Mode (for aircraft’s ight battery), to enter Li-ion
Balance Charge Mode (for ProAction ground handle).
Battery Setting: Press START/ENTER, the current value will start to blink, press INC
and DEC to change the value and press START/ENTER to conrm your setting. For the
TORNADO H920 battery, it is recommended to set 4A (no more than 8A). For
ProAction™ battery, it is recommended to set 2A (no more than 3A).
At the same time, the battery cells number will start blinking, press INC and DEC to
change the value and press START/ENTER to conrm your setting.
For the TORNADO H920 battery, 6S should be selected. For ProAction™, 4S should
be selected.
Program Start: Press and hold START/ENTER for 3 seconds to start the program.
The charger is detecting the battery cell.
NOTICE: Rshows the number of cells detected by the charger and Sis the number of
cells set by you at the previous screen. If both numbers are not identical, press STOP
to go back to previous screen to recheck the number of cells of the battery pack
before going ahead. If both numbers are identical, press START/ENTER to start
charging process.
If the number of cells do not match after double checking the connection, please
contact technical support.
ASSEMBLING THE H920
INSTALLING THE MOTOR ARMS
Fold the motor arms upwards and secure them using the straight knurled nut cover
located on the motor arms.
NOTICE: Don’t over tighten the straight knurled nuts, It may cause deformation of the arms.
INSTALLING THE PROPELLERS
Always ensure propellers are installed properly and with thread locker on the
fasteners. The rotors of the YUNEEC TORNADO H920 are made of high-strength
carbon ber, the motors are extremely powerful, meaning that if the device is misused
there is a risk of material damage, serious injury and even fatal injury.
Mount the propellers on the motors and note the pointers ‘A’ and ‘B’ given on the
motor arms. This distinction between ‘A’ and ‘B’ refers to the rotation direction of the
motors. The rotation direction of the motors must match the rotation direction of the
propellers. Mount propeller ‘A’ on motor ‘A’ and propeller ‘B’ on motor ‘B’ and use
the screws and 2mm Hexdriver enclosed to carefully screw in the propellers.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the propellers are installed in the wrong places, it may cause crash.
INSTALLING THE FLIGHT BATTERIES
After the ight batteries has been fully charged, they are ready to be installed in the
TORNADO H920:
STEP 1) Open the battery compartment ap with the status LED mounted on it by
carefully pulling the top edge of the ap.
STEP 2) Slide the batteries into the compartment with the EC3 blue, polarity-
protected connector leads / wires downward.
WARNING: The aircraft can take-off with 2 or 3 batteries. If utilizing 2 ight batteries,
make sure the 2 batteries are placed evenly within the two sides to balance the
aircraft. The voltage between each battery pack must be within 0.1V prior to
connecting the batteries to the aircraft. Be sure to use the included battery voltage meter.
STEP 3) Connect the ight battery to the relevant socket above the respective battery
on the H920 using the EC3 blue, polarity-protected connector.
NOTICE: The white socket is for battery charging, do not connect it to any port when
installing the batteries. If you do not install the battery in the correct orientation it will
not be possible to make a positive connection.
STEP 4) Close the battery door by pushing the area at the top to engage the latch/lock.
INSTALLING THE MOTOR ARMS INSTALLING THE PROPELLERS INSTALLING THE FLIGHT BATTERIES
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FLIGHT CONTROLS
To takeoff, slowly raise the left-hand stick to slightly above the center position. the
TORNADO H920 will takeoff and climb slowly (or raise the stick further until it does).
Allow the stick to return to the center position when the TORNADO H920 reaches the
desired altitude.
Take your time learning how the TORNADO H920 responds to various control inputs
while ying. In Smart Mode the TORNADO H920 will always move in the direction the
right-hand control stick is pushed relative to the pilot and no matter which way the
front/nose is pointed. In Angle (Pilot) Mode the TORNADO H920 will move in the
direction the control stick is pushed relative to the front/nose of the aircraft (and the ‘angle’
of movement is determined by how far you push the stick away from the center position).
RETRACTING AND LOWERING THE RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR
The TORNADO H920’s landing gear is to keep it out of frame when a camera is
attached. You can retract it by switching up the Landing Gear Switch on the top right
side of the ST24. Make sure to ip the switch to the downward position when landing.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Always put down the landing gear before landing when the ight
height is no less than 3m (10 feet) by switching down the Landing Gear Switch.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The joystick with the two control sticks respond proportionately,
that means that the further you move the control stick from the centered resting point in the
middle in one direction, the stronger the response and the faster the change in course.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The maximum height is restricted to 122m above the ground in
Smart Mode and 122m (400 ft.) in Angle Mode. If at any time during ight you feel like
the TORNADO H920 is drifting out of/beyond your control, simply release both
control sticks. the TORNADO H920 will automatically self-level and will even hold its
position (with a suitable GPS signal /lock) when both control sticks are centered. You
can also activate Home Mode so the TORNADO H920 automatically ies itself back to
the home point and lands.
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LANDING — Position the TORNADO H920 above the area where you would like to
land. Slowly lower the left-hand stick to below the center position. The TORNADO
H920 will descend slowly and land. After the TORNADO H920 lands, press and hold
the START/STOP button for approximately two (2) seconds to stop the motors.
Activate Home Mode and the TORNADO H920 will automatically y itself back to the
home point and will land within a 26 feet (8 meter) diameter circle around it.
WARNING: Always land as soon as possible after the rst level low voltage battery
warning, or land immediately after the second level low voltage battery warning. And
if at any time the Aircraft Battery Voltage shown on the screen is below 21.7V, land the
TORNADO H920 immediately.
AFTER LANDING — ALWAYS turn off the TORNADO H920 BEFORE turning off the
ST24. Then remove the battery from the TORNADO H920 and allow it to cool to
ambient/room temperature before recharging.
CONTROL RATE SLIDER
Set the overall climb/descend and directional
control rates. Use the bottom most position
closest to you for the lowest control rates (best
for cinematic video performance). Use the top
most position furthest away from you for the
highest control rates (best for capturing video
of fast moving objects).
FLIGHT MODES
The ST24 is equipped with 3 different ight modes which can be selected using the
mode switch in the top right corner above the right joystick.
SMART MODE
If the mode switch ‘10’ (S4) is fully up, then the H920 is in Smart Mode.
Although we recommend learning how to y as soon as possible in Angle Mode, Smart
Mode is the best choice for low-time pilots when test ying.
In Smart Mode, the H920 always ies in the direction in which the right joystick is
moved by the pilot, regardless of the direction in which the nose is pointing. So if you
move the stick to the right, the H920 will also move to the right regardless of the
position of the nose, even if it is in the middle of turning. The mode can also be useful
to pilots who have lost their bearings when ying in Angle Mode.
HOME MODE
In Home Mode the GPS system allows the Tornado H920 to automatically y back in a
straight line toward the direction of the last take-off position, and automatically land
within 13-26 ft (4-8m) of the pilot. This can be very helpful for rst-time pilots who are
not quite ready to land the TORNADO H920 themselves. It can also be helpful for
pilots that lose orientation during ight; simply activate Home Mode until the
TORNADO H920 automatically moves toward the home position, and once you’ve
conrmed orientation switch back to Angle (Pilot) Mode. And if the TORNADO H920
ever loses the link with the ST24 it will automatically enter Home Mode.
When Home Mode is activated the TORNADO H920 will respond as follows:
A) When ying higher than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will maintain the
current altitude, y back to the home point, or active home point if the ST24 has
enough satellites for Follow Me, then descend vertically until it lands.
B) When ying lower than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will climb to 33 feet
(10 meters) while ying back to the home point, or active home position, then will
descend vertically until it lands.
CAUTION: You must be certain there are no obstacles in the ‘Return to Home’ ight
path otherwise the TORNADO H920 may come into contact with them and crash.
CAUTION: While the TORNADO H920 is in Home Mode you will have a limited amount
of directional control. To help avoid obstacles we strongly recommend to switch to
Smart or Angle Mode (then you can switch back to Home Mode).
WARNING: Home Mode only works when the TORNADO H920 has a suitable GPS
signal/lock. If the TORNADO H920 loses GPS signal/lock it will switch to Angle (Pilot)
Mode automatically. This is why we strongly recommend learning to y in Angle (Pilot)
Mode as soon as possible. Otherwise, if you lose GPS signal/lock and are not able to
properly control the TORNADO H920 in Angle (Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or
even ‘y away’.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and ‘y aways’ are NOT covered under warranty.
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ADDITIONAL SMART MODE FEATURES:
SMART CIRCLE : In most cases the Smart Circle will keep the H920 approx. 8m / 26 ft.
away from you provided you are positioned 8 m /26 ft. behind the H920.
HOME MODE
In Home Mode the GPS system allows the Tornado H920 to automatically y back in a
straight line toward the direction of the last take-off position, and automatically land
within 13-26 ft (4-8m) of the pilot. This can be very helpful for rst-time pilots who are
not quite ready to land the TORNADO H920 themselves. It can also be helpful for
pilots that lose orientation during ight; simply activate Home Mode until the
TORNADO H920 automatically moves toward the home position, and once you’ve
conrmed orientation switch back to Angle (Pilot) Mode. And if the TORNADO H920
ever loses the link with the ST24 it will automatically enter Home Mode.
When Home Mode is activated the TORNADO H920 will respond as follows:
A) When ying higher than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will maintain the
current altitude, y back to the home point, or active home point if the ST24 has
ANGLE MODE
If the Mode switch ‘10’ (S4) is in the centre position, then the H920 is in Angle Mode.
Angle Mode is designed for pilots with a little experience (those who have already
mastered Smart Mode), because in this mode the H920 moves in line with the joystick,
in the direction in which the nose is pointed. So, if you
move the right stick to the left, the H920 will tilt to
the left and thus move to the left. That is assuming
that the nose is pointing away from you. If the nose is
pointing towards you, the H920 will move to the right
from your point of view.
EXTRA ANGLE MODE FEATURES:
POSITION FREELY AND RETAIN ALTITUDE
The H920 will hold its position automatically (if there
is sufcient GPS signal) and it will retain the altitude
level if the left stick is in the middle position.
WARNING: If you have not mastered the H920 in
Angle Mode, accidents or “y aways” may result.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Accidental damage and “y
aways” are not covered by the warranty.
enough satellites for Follow Me, then descend vertically until it lands.
B) When ying lower than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will climb to 33 feet
(10 meters) while ying back to the home point, or active home position, then will
descend vertically until it lands.
CAUTION: You must be certain there are no obstacles in the ‘Return to Home’ ight
path otherwise the TORNADO H920 may come into contact with them and crash.
CAUTION: While the TORNADO H920 is in Home Mode you will have a limited amount
of directional control. To help avoid obstacles we strongly recommend to switch to
Smart or Angle Mode (then you can switch back to Home Mode).
WARNING: Home Mode only works when the TORNADO H920 has a suitable GPS
signal/lock. If the TORNADO H920 loses GPS signal/lock it will switch to Angle (Pilot)
Mode automatically. This is why we strongly recommend learning to y in Angle (Pilot)
Mode as soon as possible. Otherwise, if you lose GPS signal/lock and are not able to
properly control the TORNADO H920 in Angle (Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or
even ‘y away’.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and ‘y aways’ are NOT covered under warranty.
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HOME MODE
In Home Mode the GPS system allows the Tornado H920 to automatically y back in a
straight line toward the direction of the last take-off position, and automatically land
within 13-26 ft (4-8m) of the pilot. This can be very helpful for rst-time pilots who are
not quite ready to land the TORNADO H920 themselves. It can also be helpful for
pilots that lose orientation during ight; simply activate Home Mode until the
TORNADO H920 automatically moves toward the home position, and once you’ve
conrmed orientation switch back to Angle (Pilot) Mode. And if the TORNADO H920
ever loses the link with the ST24 it will automatically enter Home Mode.
When Home Mode is activated the TORNADO H920 will respond as follows:
A) When ying higher than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will maintain the
current altitude, y back to the home point, or active home point if the ST24 has
enough satellites for Follow Me, then descend vertically until it lands.
B) When ying lower than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will climb to 33 feet
(10 meters) while ying back to the home point, or active home position, then will
descend vertically until it lands.
CAUTION: You must be certain there are no obstacles in the ‘Return to Home’ ight
path otherwise the TORNADO H920 may come into contact with them and crash.
CAUTION: While the TORNADO H920 is in Home Mode you will have a limited amount
of directional control. To help avoid obstacles we strongly recommend to switch to
Smart or Angle Mode (then you can switch back to Home Mode).
WARNING: Home Mode only works when the TORNADO H920 has a suitable GPS
signal/lock. If the TORNADO H920 loses GPS signal/lock it will switch to Angle (Pilot)
Mode automatically. This is why we strongly recommend learning to y in Angle (Pilot)
Mode as soon as possible. Otherwise, if you lose GPS signal/lock and are not able to
properly control the TORNADO H920 in Angle (Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or
even ‘y away’.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and ‘y aways’ are NOT covered under warranty.
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HOME MODE
In Home Mode the GPS system allows the Tornado H920 to automatically y back in a
straight line toward the direction of the last take-off position, and automatically land
within 13-26 ft (4-8m) of the pilot. This can be very helpful for rst-time pilots who are
not quite ready to land the TORNADO H920 themselves. It can also be helpful for
pilots that lose orientation during ight; simply activate Home Mode until the
TORNADO H920 automatically moves toward the home position, and once you’ve
conrmed orientation switch back to Angle (Pilot) Mode. And if the TORNADO H920
ever loses the link with the ST24 it will automatically enter Home Mode.
When Home Mode is activated the TORNADO H920 will respond as follows:
A) When ying higher than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will maintain the
current altitude, y back to the home point, or active home point if the ST24 has
INSTALLING THE GB603 GIMBAL AND CAMERA
STEP 1) Install the Fastening Block to the camera's ash mount.
STEP 2) Place the Camera Mount with lens frame downward, and t the GH4 camera
with its lens downward.
NOTICE: Make sure the Camera Battery is fully charged and the SD card is free of space.
STEP 3) Secure the screw on the top and at the
bottom of the frame to x the camera on the
Camera Mount.
STEP 4) Insert the HDMI cable in the
corresponding port on the camera (the right
side of GH4) after connecting the Shutter cable
in the port at the top left side of the camera
through the frame.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure the white plug
connected to the port of LK58, and the black
one is connected to the camera.
Connect the GB603 gimbal to the gimbal-/camera
mount on the H920 by turning the 4 at knurled
quick disconnect nuts in a clockwise direction,
tighten them until they feel secure.
NOTICE: Be sure to mount the GB603 correctly by
positioning the label "FRONT" located on the
Yaw/Top Motor toward the Front of the Aircraft.
enough satellites for Follow Me, then descend vertically until it lands.
B) When ying lower than 33 feet (10 meters) the TORNADO H920 will climb to 33 feet
(10 meters) while ying back to the home point, or active home position, then will
descend vertically until it lands.
CAUTION: You must be certain there are no obstacles in the ‘Return to Home’ ight
path otherwise the TORNADO H920 may come into contact with them and crash.
CAUTION: While the TORNADO H920 is in Home Mode you will have a limited amount
of directional control. To help avoid obstacles we strongly recommend to switch to
Smart or Angle Mode (then you can switch back to Home Mode).
WARNING: Home Mode only works when the TORNADO H920 has a suitable GPS
signal/lock. If the TORNADO H920 loses GPS signal/lock it will switch to Angle (Pilot)
Mode automatically. This is why we strongly recommend learning to y in Angle (Pilot)
Mode as soon as possible. Otherwise, if you lose GPS signal/lock and are not able to
properly control the TORNADO H920 in Angle (Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or
even ‘y away’.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and ‘y aways’ are NOT covered under warranty.
TF-Card
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STEP 1) Replace the damping system by
removing the 8 screws on TORNADO H920 with
the damping system of the V18.
STEP 2) Install the V18 on the damping system
by secure four screws as illustrated.
STEP 3) Insert the SD card in the proper
position.
STEP 4) Connect the polarity-protected plug of
the V18 to the connection socket (right next to
the main switch of the H920) of the H920.
STEP 5) Locate the 'Front' label on the yaw
motor/top motor and ensure the 'Front' is
facing toward the front of the aircraft.
STEP 6) Connect the V18 gimbal camera to the
gimbal camera mount on the H920 by turning
the M4 straight knurled nuts in a clockwise
direction, tightening them to the secure
position. Do not over-tighten.
NOTICE: Make sure the SD card is free of
space.
DAMPING PLATE
INSTALLING THE V18
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LED STATUS INDICATIONS DURING STARTUP
- Initialization in Progress
Flashes red, green and blue (2 times per second)
- The Aircraft is in "Bind"Mode
Flashes yellow very rapidly (3 times per second)
- The Aircraft is Not Connected/Linked to the Transmitter
Flashes blue rapidly (5 times per second)
- The Aircraft is in a No-Fly Zone *
Flashes red and white rapidly (5 times per second)
Please see the instruction manual for more
information regarding no-y zones
LED STATUS INDICATIONS BEFORE/DURING FLIGHT
- The Aircraft is in Smart Mode with GPS lock
Glows solid green
- The Aircraft is in Smart Mode without GPS lock
Flashes red and white (red for one second,white for
another second and then circulate)
- The Aircraft is in Angle Mode with GPS lock
Glows solid purple
- The Aircraft is in Angle Mode without GPS lock
Flashes purple slowly
- The Aircraft is in Home Mode
Flashes red rapidly (2 times per second)
- First Level low Voltage Battery Warning
Flashes red,green and blue every 3 seconds
- Second Level low Voltage Battery Warning
Flashes red,green and blue continuously
- GPS Disabled
Flashes purple(1 ash per second)
- Compass Calibration Required
Flashes yellow twice between any LED indication
LED STATUS INDICATIONS FOR CALIBRATION MODES
- Compass Calibration Mode Entered
Flashes red and green slowly
- Compass Calibration Started
Flashes red,green and rapidly(3 times per second)
- Accelerometer Calibration Mode Entered
Flashes red,green and blue slowly (1 time per second)
- Calibration Failed
Glows solid red
LED STATUS INDICATION
PREPARING TO FLY
WARNING: Always operate the TORNADO H920 in open areas (approximately 10000
square feet/930 square meters or more) that are free from people, vehicles, trees and
other obstructions. Never y near or above crowds, airports or buildings.
Never attempt to operate TORNADO H920 nearby tall buildings/obstructions that do
not offer a clear view of the sky (a minimum clearance of 100°).
Be sure to place the TORNADO H920 on a level and stable surface before powering
ON the Tornado H920 Aircraft and the ST24 Ground Station.
FLYING
POWERING ON/OFF
NOTICE: ALWAYS turn on the ST24 and allow it to boot up BEFORE turning on the
TORNADO H920 (and ALWAYS turn off the TORNADO H920 BEFORE turning off the
ST24).
If the main LED status indicator ashes yellow, you will need to follow the compass
calibration procedure. If the main
LED status indicator is ashing
blue, double check that the ST24
is powered on and set to the
correct model memory. If the
main LED status indicator is still
ashing blue, please bind the
aircraft to the ST24.
STARTING/STOPPING THE MOTORS
Step back approximately 26 feet (8 meters) behind the
TORNADO H920. Press and hold the START/STOP button for
about 3 seconds to start, and about 2 seconds to stop the
motors.
Step back approximately 26 ft (8 m) behind the TORNADO H920
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