Conrad 2816608 Rainbow Drone Instruction Manual

Conrad 2816608 Rainbow Drone

Introduction

Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing this product.
If there are any technical questions, please contact: www.conrad.com/contact.

Intended use

This product is a ready-to-fly remote-controlled mini quadcopter with lighting.

The product is intended for use by persons aged 14 and over.

You will also need 3 AAA/Micro batteries for the transmitter to operate the drone (not included and should be ordered separately).

The product is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture must be avoided under all circumstances.

Using the product for purposes other than those described above may damage the product. Improper product use can cause a short circuit, fire, electric shock, other hazards.

This product complies with statutory, national and European regulations. For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify the product.

Read the instructions carefully and store them in a safe place. Always provide these operating instructions when giving the product to a third party.

All company and product names contained herein are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Features and functions

• Built-in 6-axis gyroscope
• Automatic altitude hold
• 360-degree stunt roll
• Headless mode
• Autonomous take-off and landing
• RGB lighting
• 3 speed modes

Delivery content

• Quadcopter
• Transmitter (remote control)
• Rechargeable battery
• USB charging cable
• 4 spare rotors (propellers)
• Screwdriver
• Operating instructions

Latest product information

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Spare parts

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Explanation of symbols

The following symbols appear on the product/device or in the text:
This symbol warns of hazards that can lead to injury.

Safety instructions

Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/ guarantee.

Preparation before use

• Choose a suitable location.
• Check the surroundings for possible hazards or obstacles.
• Check that propellers are properly attached and not damaged.
• Check the transmitter batteries have sufficient charge before flying. This will prevent loss of control.

During use

• Always keep the transmitter on while the quadcopter is in operation.
• Always keep your eye on the quadcopter.

After use

• Turn off the quadcopter first, and then turn off the transmitter. This will prevent loss of control.

Caution, safety hazard!

This model has the potential to cause damage to property and/or harm individuals. Ensure that you are sufficiently insured for the operation of the model, e.g. by taking out private liability insurance.

If you already have a policy, check with your insurance company before using the model that use of this model is covered by the policy.

In some countries, you are required to have insurance when using a model aircraft!

Familiarise yourself with the local statutory regulations for using model aircraft. In Germany, for example, the regulations for model aircraft are stipulated in the German Air Traffic Act. Any breaches of the statutory regulations could lead to severe penalties as well as restrictions to your insurance cover.

General

• This product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dangerous plaything for children.
• Should you have any questions or concerns after reading this document, please contact our technical support or a professional technician.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs must only be carried out by a technician or a specialist repair centre.

Handling

• Please handle the product carefully. Impact, shocks or a fall even from a low height can damage the product.

Operating environment

• Do not expose the product to any mechanical stress.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, strong jolts, flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• The product is only suitable for dry, enclosed indoor areas. Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, strong heat, cold, humidity or moisture; otherwise it may be damaged.
• Avoid using the product near strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields, transmitter aerials or HF generators. Otherwise, the product may not function properly.

Operation

• Consult an expert when in doubt about the operation, safety or connection of the device.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
• is visibly damaged,
• is no longer working properly,
• has been stored in poor ambient conditions for extended periods or
• has been subjected to any serious transport-related stress.

Battery information and safety

General information

• Correct polarity must be observed while inserting the (rechargeable) batteries.
• If you do not plan to use the product for an extended period, remove the (rechargeable) batteries to prevent damage from leaking. Leaking or damaged (rechargeable) batteries may cause acid burns if they come into contact with your skin. Therefore, use suitable protective gloves when handling damaged (rechargeable) batteries.
• (Rechargeable) batteries must be kept out of reach of children. Do not leave (rechargeable) batteries lying around, as there is a risk that children or pets may swallow them.
• All (rechargeable) batteries should be replaced at the same time. Mixing old and new (rechargeable) batteries in the device can lead to (rechargeable) battery leakage and device damage.
• (Rechargeable) batteries must not be dismantled, short-circuited or thrown into fire. Never attempt to recharge non rechargeable batteries. This may cause an explosion!

Transmitter

• Using rechargeable batteries in the transmitter results in a significantly shorter battery life due to the lower voltage (nominal voltage: non rechargeable battery = 1.5 V, rechargeable battery = 1.2 V). For this reason, always use non-rechargeable batteries in the transmitter.
• Always exchange the entire set of batteries in the transmitter. Do not mix full batteries with half-full ones. Always use batteries of the same type and from the same manufacturer.
• If you do not plan to use the quadcopter for an extended period (e.g. during storage), remove the batteries from the transmitter to prevent them from leaking and causing damage.

Drone/flight battery

• This product must only be used with the supplied 1-cell Li-ion flight battery (nominal voltage 3.7 V) or an equivalent replacement flight battery.

• For extended periods of non-use (e.g. storage), disconnect the flight battery from the drone. Otherwise, the battery may go into deep discharge, which can cause permanent damage. Remove the flight battery from the quadcopter to prevent it from leaking and causing damage. Charge the rechargeable battery regularly, even if you are not using the product. Due to the rechargeable battery technology being used, you do not need to discharge the rechargeable battery first.

• Keep the flight battery out of the reach of children. Children may accidentally short circuit the battery, which can cause a fire or an explosion. Danger of death!

• Dispose of the rechargeable battery properly and replace it with a new one if it is deformed (inflated) after prolonged non use.

• Never damage the battery. Damaging the casing of the rechargeable battery might cause an explosion or a fire! Unlike conventional (rechargeable) batteries (e.g. AA or AAA type), the casing of the Li-ion rechargeable battery does not consist of a thin sheet but rather a sensitive plastic film only.

• Use only the supplied USB charger and a dedicated USB power adaptor or a USB port of your personal computer to charge the flight battery.

• Let the battery cool down after use before charging it again.

• Never charge the battery when inside the drone.

• Never leave the battery unattended when it is charging.

• The battery, USB charger and USB power adaptor become warm during charging.
  Never cover them during the charging process. Keep a sufficient distance between the charger and the battery while charging. When charging, always place the battery on a heat-insensitive surface. Never expose the battery and charger to extremely high/low temperatures, direct sunlight or wet/humid conditions.

• Disconnect the rechargeable battery from the USB charger when it is fully charged.

• When handling the rechargeable battery, remove metal or conductive objects such as jewellery (necklaces, bracelets, rings, etc.). A short circuit may cause a fire or explosion.

• Never charge the battery immediately after the product has been moved from a cold to a warm room. This may generate condensation, which can cause the product to malfunction or damage the interior components! Allow the product to reach room temperature before charging the battery.

Controls

Drone

A Propeller protection
B Front (flight direction)
C On/off switch (underside of the drone)
D Propeller “A”
E Propeller “B”
F Propeller “C”
G Propeller “D”
H Battery compartment (underside of the drone)

Remote control

1. SPEED button (press briefly), HEADLESS MODE (keep pressed for 3 seconds)

2. Joystick: up/down, turn left/right

3. Autonomous take-off and landing

4. Lighting on/off, light sequences

5. Trim: turn left

6. Trim: turn right

7. LED status indicator

8. 360° STUNT (press briefly), RETURN HOME (keep pressed for 3 seconds)

9. Joystick: move forward/backward, left/right

10.  Trim: left

11. Trim: right

12. Trim: backward

13. Trim: forward

14. On/off switch
    

15. SPEED button (press briefly), HEADLESS MODE (keep pressed for 3 seconds)

Getting ready for flight

Charging the battery

Important!

Only use the supplied charger to charge the flight battery. Never attempt to charge the rechargeable battery in the quadcopter with a different or unsuitable charger!

Always disconnect the battery and remove it from the quadcopter before charging.

Never recharge the rechargeable battery unattended!

Let the battery cool down after use before charging it again.

Caution! Do not connect the USB cable to a USB hub without its own power adaptor (e.g. a USB port on a keyboard), as the charging current is not sufficient in this case. The USB port output current must be at least 500 mA.

The operating system will not recognise any new hardware when the charging cable is connected, as the USB port is only used for charging.
Please note that the USB ports on computers/laptop are normally only active when the computer/laptop is turned on. We therefore recommend that you only connect the charging cable to the computer/laptop that is switched on.

Charging:

• Connect the USB plug of the charging cable to a USB port of a computer/laptop or a USB charger.
• Connect the reverse polarity-protected micro connector of the charging cable to the connection plug of the flight battery.
• Charging starts automatically, and the charging control LED on the USB plug goes on.
• When charging is complete and the flight battery is fully charged, the red LED of the USB plug goes out.
• Disconnect the charging cable from the flight battery immediately after charging and unplug the USB charging cable from the computer/laptop or USB charger.

Inserting batteries into the remote control

Always insert a whole set of new batteries into the transmitter. Do not mix full batteries with half-full ones.
Always use batteries of the same type and from the same manufacturer.

1. Use the supplied cross-head screwdriver to open the battery compartment.
2. Then, insert three AAA batteries by following the instructions for the correct polarity inside the battery compartment.
3. Close the cover again

Inserting the battery into the drone

• Set the switch on the underside of the quadcopter to “OFF”.

• Open the battery holder on the underside. Do this by pressing in the small pin on the back and sliding the cover away to the rear.
  

• Place the battery in the battery holder.

• Connect the battery plug to the dedicated connector on the drone.

• Replace the cover until it clicks into place.

• Ensure the cover is properly locked in place by gently sliding it back and forth.

Make sure you insert the battery into the drone just before the flight.

Flight operation

Important!

• First and foremost, complete the steps listed in chapter “12. Getting ready for flight”.
• Any time you disconnect the quadcopter battery, switch the transmitter power off and then repeat the pairing process to re establish the connection.
• Check that all parts are working correctly and have no damage before flying.

Pairing the transmitter with the drone

1. Insert the battery into the drone as described in chapter “12.3 Inserting the battery into the drone”.
2. Switch on the quadcopter by setting the switch on its bottom to “ON”.
3. With the quadcopter switched on, place it on a horizontal surface.
4. Power on the remote controller.
   • The transmitter LED (7) flashes very quickly when the transmitter is not connected to the quadcopter
5.  Move the left joystick up (step 1 in the figure) and then down (step 2 in the figure).
   • The quadcopter will automatically connect to the remote control.
   • The transmitter LED (7) is now permanently lit.

Calibrating the position sensors

Calibrate the position sensors.

• Do this by moving both joysticks simultaneously to the bottom right-hand position, as illustrated.
  • The quadcopter LED indicator will then flash rapidly for about 3 seconds.
    

Flight operation

•  The quadcopter is now ready for use.
• Press button (3) “Autonomous take-off and landing” to launch the quadcopter.
• To land, push the left joystick down until the drone has landed. Then, hold the joystick down for 3 to 4 seconds to switch off the motors.
  

You can also use button (3) for autonomous landing of the quadcopter.

Control commands

The drone will hold altitude without any control commands.

•  Ascend
• Move the joystick (2) up
• Descend
• Move the joystick (2) down

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• Rotate left
• Move the joystick (2) left
• Rotate right
• Move the joystick (2) right

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• **** Forward

• Move the joystick (9) up
  Backward

• Move the joystick (9) down

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• Fly left
• Move the joystick (9) left
• Fly right
• Move the joystick (9) right

Adjusting the trim

Important!
It is recommended to fly within large unobstructed areas before adjusting the trim.

Adjust the trim if the quadcopter does not hover in a neutral position when hands are off both joysticks.

• Adjust the trim during flight for immediate results.
• How to adjust the trim:

1.  Press the button once for small adjustments, press and hold it for rapid adjustments.
2.  The transmitter will beep to indicate that an adjustment has been made.
3.  No beeps indicate you have made the maximum number of adjustments.
4. The default trim setting is indicated by a long beep.

Trim settings will reset each time the quadcopter and transmitter are powered off.

• Drift left
• Press the right trim button (10) to counteract it.

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• Drift right
• Press the left trim button (11) to counteract it.

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• Drift backward
• Press the forward trim button (13) to counteract it.

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• Drift forward
• Press the backward trim button (12) to counteract it.

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• Rotates left around its own axis
• Press the rotate trim button (5) to counteract it.

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• Rotates right around its own axis
• Press the backward trim button (6) to counteract it.

Adjusting the speed

Important!

• Change the speed before take-off or while hovering.
• Do not adjust the speed while the quadcopter is moving.
• A higher speed setting will cause the battery to run down faster.
• It is recommended to fly within large unobstructed areas before adjusting the speed.

First, learn to fly at the lowest speed.

1. If adjusting before take-off, first pair the quadcopter with the transmitter:
   For details, see chapter “13.1 Pairing the transmitter with the drone”.
   The transmitter LED (7) will be solid on when paired successfully.

2.  Then, press the SPEED button (1) to cycle through the following speed settings:
   Low 40% (1 beep) → Medium 60% (2 beeps) → High 100% (3 beeps).
   Pressing the button again takes you back to the lowest speed setting 40% (1 beep).

RETURN HOME function

This function returns the quadcopter back to the position it launched from.

Important!

• Make sure there are no obstructions along the return flight path.
• Before returning, increase or decrease the altitude to avoid any obstructions.

| The quadcopter faces away from you:

• Press and hold the “RETURN HOME” button (8) for about 3 seconds to initiate the return. The quadcopter automatically lands near you.
• Moving the right joystick in any direction stops the automatic return home.

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| The quadcopter faces towards you:

• Press and hold the “RETURN HOME” button (8) for about 3 seconds to initiate the return. The quadcopter automatically lands near you.
• Moving the right joystick in any direction stops the automatic return home.
• The quadcopter flies away from you!

Lighting

Press the “Lighting on/off” button (4) repeatedly to toggle between the various colour options. Holding the button (4) for more than 3 seconds turns the lighting off and on again.

Finished flying

1. Land the quadcopter.
2. Switch off the quadcopter.
3. Disconnect the quadcopter battery.
4. Power off the transmitter.

Headless mode

Consider turning headless mode on if you are a novice operator.

• Headless mode:
  Left on the transmitter will turn the quadcopter left relative to your point of view.

• Normal mode:
  Left on the transmitter will turn the quadcopter left relative to the quadcopter point of view.

1. Pair the quadcopter. For details, see chapter “13.1 Pairing the transmitter with the drone”.
2. Press and hold the HEADLESS MODE button (1) for 3 seconds to activate headless mode.
   • The transmitter will beep once.
   • The quadcopter LED indicator turns red/green.
3. Holding the HEADLESS MODE button (1) for 3 seconds takes you back to normal mode.
   • The transmitter will beep once.
   • The red/green quadcopter LED goes off.

16 360° looping

Important!
There should be ≥ 2 m clearance from obstacles on all directions before performing manoeuvres.

The flight altitude should be at least 1.5 m.

1. Pair the quadcopter. For details, see chapter “13.1 Pairing the transmitter with the drone”.
2. Press the 360° STUNT button (8).
   • The transmitter will beep once.
3. Push the right joystick in the direction you want to perform the loop.
   • The quadcopter will then perform the loop and enter normal flight mode.

When the battery is empty, push the up/down joystick upwards to keep the drone in the air after the loop.

Replacing the propellers

Important!
Always replace damaged propellers. Make sure any new propellers are inserted in the correct position (see below). The propellers have letters A and B on the top.

• Carefully remove the propellers by pulling them straight upwards without twisting the motor shaft. Use care not to damage the motor shaft while doing so.
• Fit a new propeller by carefully pressing it onto the motor shaft.
  Avoid twisting the propeller or pushing it on with too much force.
  You will feel slight resistance when the propeller is in the end position. Do not press any further to prevent damage to the motor shaft.
  

Cleaning and care

Important:

• Do not use aggressive cleaning agents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions. They can damage the housing and can cause the product to malfunction.
• Do not submerge the product in water.

1. Unplug the product from the power supply (remove the rechargeable battery or batteries).
2. Let all parts cool down completely.
3.  Clean the product with a dry, lint-free cloth.
4.  A soft, slightly dampened cloth can be used to wipe the body. Do not rub too hard, as this may result in scratch marks.

Troubleshooting

This drone is built using the latest technology and is safe to use. During operation, you may experience some problems and malfunctions. Therefore, observe the following information on how to eliminate possible malfunctions.

quadcopter power off, then repeat the pairing process.
For details, see chapter:
“13.1 Pairing the transmitter with the drone”
The battery is empty.| Recharge the battery.
Propellers keep spinning after landing.| Throttle lever not held in maximum down position.| Hold the throttle lever at the maximum down position for about 3 seconds until the propellers stop spinning.
Cannot take off.| Propellers not installed correctly.| For details, see chapter:
“17. Replacing the propellers”
Low battery level| Recharge the battery.
Not all propellers spinning at the same speed.| Propellers not installed correctly.| For details, see chapter:
“17. Replacing the propellers”
Propellers are damaged.| For details, see chapter:
“17. Replacing the propellers”
Calibration failed.| Place the quadcopter on a horizontal surface and recalibrate the sensors.
For details, see chapter:
“13.2 Calibrating the position sensors”
Quadcopter cannot fly after crashing.| Loose propellers.| Check that the propellers are inserted all the way. Push them in if needed.
Propellers are damaged.| For details, see chapter:
“17. Replacing the propellers”
Quadcopter drifts to one side during flight.| Side wind| Fly the quadcopter in a less windy area.
Calibration is off.| Place the quadcopter on a horizontal surface and recalibrate the sensors.
For details, see chapter:
“13.2 Calibrating the position sensors”
Trim setting is off.| Adjust the trim:
For details, see chapter: “13.4 Control commands”

Disposal

Product

**** This symbol must appear on any electrical and electronic equipment placed on the EU market. This symbol indicates that this device should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste at the end of its service life.
Owners of WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) shall dispose of it separately from unsorted municipal waste.

Spent batteries and accumulators, which are not enclosed by the WEEE, as well as lamps that can be removed from the WEEE in a non-destructive manner, must be removed by end users from the WEEE in a non-destructive manner before it is handed over to a collection point.

Distributors of electrical and electronic equipment are legally obliged to provide free take-back of waste. Conrad provides the following return options free of charge (more details on our website):

• in our Conrad offices
• at the Conrad collection points
• at the collection points of public waste management authorities or the collection points set up by manufacturers or distributors within the meaning of the ElektroG

End users are responsible for deleting personal data from the WEEE to be disposed of. It should be noted that different obligations about the return or recycling of WEEE may apply in countries outside of Germany.

(Rechargeable) batteries

Remove batteries/rechargeable batteries, if any, and dispose of them separately from the product. According to the Battery Directive, end users are legally obliged to return all spent batteries/rechargeable batteries; they must not be disposed of in the normal household waste.

Batteries/rechargeable batteries containing hazardous substances are labelled with this symbol to indicate that disposal in household waste is forbidden. The abbreviations for heavy metals in batteries are: Cd = Cadmium, Hg = Mercury, Pb = Lead (name on (rechargeable) batteries, e.g. below the trash icon on the left).

Used (rechargeable) batteries can be returned to collection points in your municipality, our stores or wherever (rechargeable) batteries are sold. You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to environmental protection.

Batteries/rechargeable batteries that are disposed of should be protected against short circuit and their exposed terminals should be covered completely with insulating tape before disposal. Even empty batteries/rechargeable batteries can contain residual energy that may cause them to swell, burst, catch fire or explode in the event of a short circuit.

Declaration of Conformity (DOC)

Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Straße 1, D-92240 Hirschau hereby declares that this product conforms to the 2014/53/EU directive.

• Click on the following link to read the full text of the EU declaration of conformity:  www.conrad.com/downloads.

Enter the product item number in the search box. You can then download the EU declaration of conformity in the available languages.

Technical data

Drone power supply

Rechargeable battery ………………. rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 1 cell (charging voltage 4.2 V)
Nominal voltage………………………. 3.7 V
Capacity…………………………………. 500 mAh
Recharging …………………………….. via the supplied USB charger

Transmitter power supply

Power supply………………………….. 3x 1.5 V AAA/Mignon batteries (not included)

Drone

Functions……………………………….. return to home, altitude hold, headless mode, 360° flip, RGB lighting
Flight time………………………………. approx. 5 minutes
LED lights ………………………………. RGB
Speed settings………………………… 3
Propeller diameter …………………… 42 mm
Law battery warning ………………… yes
Operating location …………………… Only in dry, enclosed indoor spaces

Wireless module

Frequency………………………………. 2.401 – 2.479 GHz
Transmission power…………………. 0 dBm
Transmission range …………………. max. 30 m (open space)
Channels ……………………………….. 71

USB charging cable

Input voltage/current………………… 5V/DC, max. 2A
Output voltage ………………………… max. 4.2 V/DC
Suitable rechargeable battery type Li-ion, 1 cell
Charging current……………………… max. 500 mA
Charging time …………………………. approx. 90 minutes (with completely empty battery)
Input………………………………………. USB Type-A
Output……………………………………. 2-pole
Cable length …………………………… approx. 0.5 m

Ambient conditions

Operating/storage conditions…….. -10 to +40 °C, 40 – 85% RH (non-condensing)

Other drones

Dimensions (W x H x D) …………… approx. 127 x 127 x 36 mm
Weight …………………………………… approx. 37 g (with rechargeable battery approx. 48 g)

Other transmitters

Dimensions (W x H x D) …………… approx. 125 x 87 x 48 mm
Weight …………………………………… approx. 82 g

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