Vertical Technologies DeltaQuad V1 User manual

DeltaQuad V1
Introduction
Introduction
This document describes how to setup, operate and maintain your DeltaQuad series VTOL UAV.
Safety & Legal notice
The vehicle must be operated in accordance with local laws and regulations.
The vehicle may not be operated or flown near or over people, roads, vehicles, buildings or anything
that could result in damage or danger to people or property.
All missions must be validated and pass the DeltaQuad Mission Validator
Radio or video transmitters might require special licensing and/or permits.
Vertical Technologies or its affiliates can not be held responsible for vehicles that have not been
operated or maintained in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this manual, or for behavior
resulting from changes made to the vehicle.
This operations manual is provided "As-Is". No rights can be obtained from the contents of this manual.
Software used in conjunction with the vehicle is provided under their respective license and warranty.
The vehicle is provided in accordance with the Vertical Technologies and under the Vertical
Technologies
Warranty
Terms & Conditions
Vehicle specifications
Dimensions:
Wingspan 235 cm

Length 90 cm
Height 17 cm
Wing area 90 sq. dm.
Payload bay 20 x 12 x 9 cm
Flightcase dimensions 114 x 48 x 44 cm
Flightcase weight ~ 25 Kg including vehicle
Weight and Payload:
Empty weight 3.3 Kg
Empty weight including battery 5 Kg
Maximum takeoff weight 6.2 Kg
Payload capacity 1.2 Kg
Flight Characteristics at no payload:
Cruise speed 18 m/s (65 Km/h)
Maximum speed 28 m/s (100 Km/h)
Stall speed 12 m/s (43 Km/h)
Maximum flight time* 2+ hours

All flight characteristics are based on optimized settings at sea level
* These values assume 90% battery usage, low wind conditions and include a low altitude vertical takeoff
and landing at sea level. EU Export versions are locked to 59 minutes flight time.
** These values are based on measurements at flight altitude
Video instructions
For your convenience the following video tutorials have been created. Please keep in mind that these
instructions are for information purposes only and the full documentation should be consulted before
operating the vehicle.
General video instructions
Setting up and running the DeltaQuad simulator
Planning a mission and controlling the vehicle
DeltaQuad Pro #MAP
Planning a survey (mapping) mission

Setting up a Sony RX1R camera for mapping
Setting up a Sony A7R camera for mapping
Installing a mapping camera
DeltaQuad Simulator
The DeltaQuad Simulator is intended to provide users of the DeltaQuad with a means of familiarizing
themselves with the Ground Control Software and various flight modes offered by the system. The simulator
has been configured to mimic the behavior of the DeltaQuad in actual flight conditions.
The simulator installation instructions will have been provided to you via e-mail.
Video instruction
A video instruction for setting up the DeltaQuad simulator is available here: https://youtu.be/SEJP4oxYQsY
Using the simulator
Although the simulator is compatible with all major operating systems, it is known to not always perform well
on Mac. If the simulated vehicle does not fly in a stable manner it is recommended to increase the number of
CPU cores in the virtual appliance settings.
To run the simulator appliance you will need to enable virtualization in your BIOS. Please refer to your
computer manual to enable virtualization on your computer.
The simulator can be used to get acquainted with the Ground Control Station and to test fly missions before
executing them on the physical vehicle.
The following things should be taken into consideration when running the simulator:
The battery consumption is not accurately simulated.
DSPS functions are not activated in the simulator.
The simulator uses different flight parameters, these should not be used on the physical machine.
For more information on the DeltaQuad simulator please refer to the documentation provided to you via e-
mail.
Setup

This chapter covers the hardware assembly, software setup and configuration.
Chapter index
Assembly
Battery
Telemetry & Ground Control
DSPS
Key parameters
Safety features
Integrating payloads
Assembly
In this section we cover the steps for unpacking and assembling the DeltaQuad.
Package contents
1 x Main fuselage
2 x Wing
2 x Carbon spar (1150mm and 850mm)
2 x VTOL module
Optional components:
Battery charger
Ground Control Station
Radio Telemetry Bundle
4G Telemetry Bundle
Auxiliary LiPo module
Battery connector set
Unpacking and initial hardware setup

For the initial hardware setup, make sure you have ample room to work. Carefully unpack all components
from the box and inspect them for any damage. If there is damage to your vehicle please document and
report this damage to Vertical Technologies. After unpacking and setting up your vehicle for the first time you
might need to perform a .sensor calibration
Inserting the carbon spars
Insert the 2 carbon spars through the fuselage. The short carbon spar (850mm) is inserted in front, the long
carbon spar (1150mm) is inserted in the back. When inserting the front carbon spar, make sure that nothing
is blocking the path of the spar inside the fuselage.
Mounting the VTOL modules
The VTOL modules are indicated by the motor numbers, the module that has the motor numbers 1 and 4 is
the right side module, the module that has the motor numbers 2 and 3 is the left side module.
Before sliding on the module make sure all lock pins on the module are in the open (up) position.

Slide the modules onto the carbon spars and push them firmly against the fuselage.
Lock the modules by pushing down the lock pins. Confirm each module is securely fastened.

Mounting the Wings
After attaching the modules, make sure the lock pins on the wing side are in the open (up) position as shown
on the image above.
Slide the wings over the carbon spars and press them firmly against the VTOL module. If you feel any
resistance it is possible that the carbon spars are not properly centered.
Lock the wings by pushing down the lock pins on the VTOL module, and confirm the wings are securely
fastened.

Attaching the propellers
The DeltaQuad comes with 5 propellers, 1 composite "pusher" propeller, and 4 carbon fiber VTOL
propellers. The propellers should already be attached when you receive the vehicle. When replacing the
propellers please follow these guidelines.
The VTOL propellers consist of 2 Clock Wise (CW) propellers and 2 Counter Clock Wise (CCW).
The motors are numbered 1 through 4. The bullet type nut on the propeller adapters are self tightening, that
means they close by turning them in the opposite direction of how the motor/propeller spins. This is done
to ensure the propellers do not become detached when the motor spins up. This means that to undo the nut
on motors 1 and 2 it turns left, and on motors 3 and 4 it turns right.
The propellers are centered with a small ring inside the mount hole, this should result in the propeller sitting
tightly around the shaft. Always make sure the centering ring is present and the propeller fits tightly around

the shaft.
Mount the propellers in the following positions noting the direction of the propeller as indicated below:
The propellers are attached by removing the motor nut and washer, sliding the propeller on the shaft, sliding
the washer on top of the propeller and fastening the nut.
Pusher propeller assembly
The DeltaQuad pusher propeller is an APC 13x10EP propeller that contains a modified ring to mount
properly on the DeltaQuad pusher motor. Please use DeltaQuad approved and balanced pusher propellers.
The pusher propeller should be mounted so that the propeller produces thrust towards the rear, this means
that the top of the propeller (the side that has the text engraved) should face the motor as shown in the
diagram below.