ZERO-X stratus+ User manual

USER MANUAL
stratus+
ZXMP-D1000
Flight Time
25
MIN
Flight Range
1000
M
12MP 4K CMOS Sensor
SONY
ELECTRONIC
IMAGE
STABILISATION
2-AXIS
GIMBAL
BRUSHLESS
MOTORS

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CONTENTS
1.0 WELCOME................................................................................................... 4
1.1 BEFORE YOU GET UP IN THE AIR.................................................................4
1.2 GENERAL SAFETY ...........................................................................................4
2.0 PRODUCT CONTENTS ................................................................................ 5
2.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW.....................................................................................6
2.2 CONTROLLER OVERVIEW..............................................................................6
3.0 BATTERY SAFETY ........................................................................................ 7
4.0 SETTING UP YOUR DRONE ........................................................................ 9
4.1 INSTALLING THE BATTERY ............................................................................9
4.2 INSTALLING A MICRO SD CARD...................................................................9
4.3 REMOVING A MICRO SD CARD....................................................................9
4.4 REMOVE PROTECTIVE GIMBAL CASE........................................................10
4.5 FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE DRONE.........................................................10
4.6 REMOTE CONTROL......................................................................................11
5.0 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS ............................................................. 11
5.1 SWITCHING BETWEEN FLIGHT MODES....................................................11
5.2 LCD SCREEN DISPLAY ..................................................................................12
5.3 PAIRING YOUR DRONE AND REMOTE CONTROL...................................12
5.4 PHOTO/VIDEO CONTROLS.........................................................................13
5.5 ONE-KEY TAKE OFF & LANDING................................................................13
5.6 ONE-KEY RETURN TO HOME BUTTON .....................................................13
5.7 DRONE LOW BATTERY WARNING .............................................................14
5.8 REMOTE CONTROL LOW BATTERY WARNING........................................14
5.9 SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR .................................................................15
5.10 LOCK / UNLOCK THE DRONE.....................................................................15
6.0 THROTTLE CONTROL STICK MODE ......................................................... 16
6.1 THROTTLE MODE SWITCH..........................................................................16
6.2 HOW TO CHANGE THROTTLE MODE.......................................................16
7.0 SETTING UP THE SMARTPHONE HOLDER ............................................... 17
8.0 DOWNLOADING THE APP TO YOUR SMARTPHONE............................... 17
8.1 WHERE TO DOWNLOAD .............................................................................17
8.2 ZERO-X APP....................................................................................................17
8.3 CONNECTING YOUR SMARTPHONE TO THE DRONE'S WIFI ...............18
8.4 SAVING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS ..................................................................18

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9.0 PRE-FLIGHT CHECKLIST............................................................................ 18
10.0 STATUS INDICATOR LIGHTS...................................................................... 19
11.0 FLIGHT SAFETY......................................................................................... 20
12.0 UNDERSTANDING KEY CONTROLS.......................................................... 20
12.1 AUTO RETRUN HOME ..................................................................................20
12.2 RETURN HOME (GPS MODE ENABLED) ....................................................20
12.2.1 SMART RETURN TO HOME..............................................................21
12.2.2 LOW BATTERY RETURN TO HOME.................................................21
12.2.3 FAILSAFE - OUT OF CONNECTION RETURN TO HOME.............22
12.3 CAMERA ANGLE ADJUSTMENT .................................................................22
12.4 OPTICAL FLOW .............................................................................................23
13.0 START FLYING YOUR DRONE.................................................................... 23
13.1 GYROSCOPE CALIBRATION ........................................................................23
13.2 GEOMAGNETIC CALIBRATING YOUR DRONE .........................................24
13.3 OPTIMAL TRANSMISSION ZONE................................................................25
13.4 UNLOCKING THE DRONE ...........................................................................25
13.5 LOCKING THE DRONE .................................................................................25
13.6 SETTING A HOME POINT ............................................................................26
13.7 BASIC FLIGHT CONTROLS...........................................................................26
14.0 BEGINNER MODE ..................................................................................... 27
15.0 SPEED MODE............................................................................................ 28
16.0 HEADLESS MODE ..................................................................................... 28
17.0 FLY AROUND-ME MODE........................................................................... 28
18.0 FOLLOW ME MODE (GPS MODE ENABLED)............................................ 29
19.0 WAY POINT FLIGHT (GPS MODE ENABLED) ............................................ 29
19.1 VISION POSITIONING SYSTEM ...................................................................31
19.2 PHOTO MODE...............................................................................................31
19.3 VIDEO MODE.................................................................................................31
19.4 VIEWING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS................................................................31
20.0 ACTIVATING SEARCH FUNCTION FOR A LOST DRONE........................... 32
21.0 DRONE MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 32
22.0 REPLACING ROTOR BLADES .................................................................... 33
23.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS .............................................................................. 34
24.0 WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS......................................................... 35
25.0 NOTES....................................................................................................... 38

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1.0 WELCOME
Thank You for a purchasing a Stratus+ Drone. The Zero-X range has been
specifically designed to provide the intermediate to advanced user with a great
flight experience. Please take the time to read the following safety warnings and
operating instructions carefully. In this document, the Zero-X Pro ZXMP-D1000
Stratus+ Drone will be referred to as the "Drone".
1.1 BEFORE YOU GET UP IN THE AIR
Before you familiarise yourself with your Drone, we ask that you read
"Battery Safety" on page 7 before you start charging your Drone’s
battery.
WARNING: PLEASE DO NOT MOVE THE CAMERA MANUALLY AS IT CAN
DAMAGE THE GIMBAL AND CAMERA.
1.2 GENERAL SAFETY
Please familiarise yourself with your local legislation regarding your Drone
usage before you begin using your Drone. Included in the package
contents of your Drone are the Australian CASA guidelines. Please
familiarise yourself with your local Drone legislation and make sure you
are using your Drone within the parameters of these laws. Zero-X takes no
responsibility for the operation of this product.
DO NOT fly your Drone any closer than 30 metres from people, animals
or buildings. Check to make sure you are no closer than 5.5 kilometres
from any airfields or airports. For more information on CASA’s Australian
legislation visit: http://www.casa.gov.au/
• You must not fly your Drone higher than 120 metres (400 ft) above
the ground.
• You must only fly during the day and keep your Drone within visual
line-of sight.
• For information outside Australia please visit the website of your
local aviation authority.
• DO NOT attempt to modify the Drone or any of its components
in any way, doing so will void your warranty and may affect the
operation of the Drone.
• DO NOT use the Drone in any conditions that could affect, damage
or impair your view including wet, dusty or sandy conditions. These
elements will damage the components of your Drone.
• Please DO NOT attempt to touch the Drone when the Remote
Control is powered on, or if the rotor blades are turning.
• When flying your Drone, please keep in mind the privacy of others.

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2.0 PRODUCT CONTENTS
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1. Stratus+ Drone
2. Remote Control
3. Rotor Blades x 4
4. USB AC Wall Charger
5. USB Charging Cable
6. User Manual
7. Small Screw Driver
8. Screws
9. Quickstart Guide
10. Carry Case
11. Protective Case for Gimbal
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2.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.2 CONTROLLER OVERVIEW
1. Brushless Motor
2. Landing Gear
3. Blades
4. Front Lights
5. Camera
6. Optical Flow System
7. Rear Light
8. Power Switch
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1. Photo/Video
2. Left Thumb Stick
(Yaw left/Right)
3. Lock/Unlock Button
4. Mobile Phone
Holder
5. Return to Home
Button
6. Right Thumb Stick
(Forward/Backward,
Left/Right)
7. Power On/Off
8. LCD Screen
9. Take Off/Landing
Button
10. Camera Up/Down
11. High/Low Speed
(Long Press)
12. GPS Switch
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
3.0 BATTERY SAFETY
When handled incorrectly, Lithium polymer batteries can be dangerous
and can potentially harm and do damage to persons or property. Zero-X
does not accept any liability for damage to persons or property if the
battery is not correctly charged, stored or protected.
• Always unwind all cables before charging.
• DO NOT over charge the battery. Once the charging process is
completed, remove the battery from the charger as soon as possible.
• Only use the included or replacement Zero-X Stratus+ Drone chargers
and batteries.
• You must charge the Lithium polymer battery in a safe area away from
flammable materials.
• The battery is only to be charged under adult supervision, do not leave
charging batteries unattended. You should always remain in constant
observation to monitor the charging process and react immediately to
any potential problems that may occur.
• DO NOT charge the battery in temperatures hotter than 40°C or colder
than 0°C.
• DO NOT cover the batteries when charging or leave them in direct
sunlight.
• After each flight & or crash, please check battery for any damage or
swelling.
• If the battery is damaged, leaking, making noise, punctured or malformed
in any way DO NOT attempt to use it. Please dispose of the battery
immediately and safely in the correct manner.
• DO NOT bend, puncture, crush or scratch the Drone’s battery. DO
NOT store batteries in your pockets, on your person or in extreme
temperatures.
• After flying/discharging the battery you must allow it to cool to ambient/
room temperature before recharging.
• Stop charging the battery if it begins to balloon or swell and quickly.
Place it in a safe, open area away from flammable 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 fire. A battery that has
ballooned or swollen even a small amount must be removed from Drone
completely.
• Never plug in a battery and leave it to charge unattended overnight.
• Non-compliance with the above warnings may result in the failure of the
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PLEASE NOTE: YOUR ZERO-X DRONE COMES WITH A CERTIFIED
ZERO-X USB AC CHARGING ADAPTER AND CABLE FOR 240V
CHARGING OF YOUR DRONE BATTERY. USE OF A NON ZERO-X
CERTIFIED USB AC CHARGING ADAPTER AND CABLE WILL VOID
YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY DAMAGE BOTH YOUR BATTERY AND
DRONE.
• Press the buckle and pull out the battery from the your Drone. Connect
the Drone battery to the charging cable. The light on the battery will blink
green during charging.
• The light on the battery will turn solid blue once charging is complete.
Once the battery is in a low power state, the blue power indicator will start
flashing. At this time, please fly the Drone back immediately and charge the
battery to avoid unnecessarily losing your Drone.
• To keep the battery life as long as possible avoid removing the battery from
the charging cable before charging is complete. If you have just finished
flying your Drone, please allow the battery to cool down for at least 30
minutes before recharging.
• The Drone battery may take up to 5 hours to charge. If the battery has been
on charge for any longer than 6 hours and the indicator on the charging
cable is not showing that the battery is charged, please remove the battery
from the charger.
• When the Drone battery has finished charging it is advised that the battery
is removed from the charger as soon as possible. Overcharging will damage
the battery and affect the flight time.
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1. Battery On/Off Button
2. Battery power indicator
3. USB charging port
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