Rippton QSG SharkX SMART FISHING DRONE User Guide

Rippton QSG SharkX SMART FISHING DRONE

Download the Rippton App

Search for “Rippton” on the Google Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Apps or App Store to install the app on your mobile device or scan this QR code.

***Notice this manual is for the SharkX but also applicable to the SharkX Plus and the SharkX Pro. The SharkX is the basic model while the Plus and the Pro are upgraded versions so they include additional functions and features. Therefore, all the charts and graphics in this manual are just for a general reference and should be subject to actual applications and updates.

SHARKX

SHARKX is a professional smart fishing drone, which is capable of lifting up to 3 KG baits over the water where you go fishing. Together with the use of the ‘RIPPTON’ App, SHARKX can fly to any fishing spots within a distance of 1 KM away from the home point by tapping the GPS map on the ‘Rippton’ app, and all mission spots will be saved automatically after the missions have been completed.

Remote Control

The remote control allows users to fly the SHARKX to as far as 1 KM, with the buttons and dials for power on/off, hook releasing and return to the home point.

Controls

Using remote control joysticks for vertical and horizontal flying, and locking and unlocking the drone.

Using remote control to open and close the hook release mechanism

1. Press the ‘Hook Release’ button on the remote control to open the hook release mechanism.
2.  Put the fishing line in the device.
3.  Press the ‘Hook Release’ button on the remote control to close the hook release mechanism.

Installation of the SHARKX

Preparation of the Remote Control

Preloading the Map on the App

When using the SHARKX in any new areas, it’s always necessary to enter the ‘Rippton’ app with network connection and finish preloading the map before connecting the SHARKX to your mobile device.

Connect the SHARKX to Your Mobile Device

Notice before launching the SharkX, please make sure the satellite number is no less than 15, otherwise the drone will not take off successfully
Notice please do the calibration every time when you come to a new place, according to Section 4.5 of the User Manual.

 Rippton App Function

Annotation of Different Spots on App

Charge the Drone Battery

It normally takes approx. 2 hours to fully charge the drone battery.

Charge the Remote Control

It normally takes approx. 3.5 hours to fully charge the remote control.
Notice regularly charge both the drone battery and remote control every two months to avoid the over-discharging, which may cause the batteries not to charge.
For more details about SHARKX Preface, Description of the Product, Preparation and Installation, Operation/Use, Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Repair, Disposal information etc., please refer to the User Manual.

To watch the video of installation, app operation process, compass & IMU calibration, please scan the QR code below
For more information about Rippton, please scan the QR code below

Useful Tips:

1. How to use the RC to take over when the drone is controlled via the App? Two ALTERNATIVE ways of stopping the automatic mission execution:
2.  tap the “Take-over” icon on the flying control interface; OR
3.  toggle the lever to ‘Alt Hold’ and then back to ‘Pos Hold’ on the remote control.
4. How to interrupt the ongoing automatic mission execution and start a new mission? Two ALTERNATIVE ways of stopping the automatic mission execution:
5.  tap the ‘Mission Selection’ icon on the flying control interface; OR
6.  toggle the lever to ‘Alt Hold’ and then back to ‘Pos Hold’ on the remote control.
   Notice it’s recommended not to tap any icon on the interface during the automatic mission execution unless you decide to start a new mission

Start a new mission:

1. tap ‘Mission Selection’ to a start a new mission.
2. slide to start. 

 Safety Notice

It’s recommended to always keep the SHARKX within your visual range. Do not pull the fishing line if it got snagged with the drone. It may break the drone’s balance.

Specifications

SHARKX Drone

• Device Name SHARKX Smart Fishing Drone
• Weight 3.2 kg
• Dimensions 480 x 480 x 215 mm (Propeller Closed)
• Propeller 16 inches
• Max Speed 10 m/s (36 km/h)
• Max Payload 3.0 kg
• Max Wind Resistance 10 m/s (36km/h)
• Protection Level Water Surface Floating
• Operating Temperature -10 ºC to 40 ºC
• Operating Frequency 2400 ~ 2483.5 MHz
• Transmitter Power (EIRP) +20 dBm
• Satellite Systems GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BEIDOU
• *Flying Time (Without Payload) 23 mins
• *Suggested Casting Radius (With Payload) 0~1.0 km
• Radio Technology Wi-Fi Data Transmission Controller Spread Spectrum Wireless
• Frequency Band
  • 2.4 Ghz Wi-Fi Data Transmission
  • 2.4 Ghz Controller Spread
  • Spectrum Wireless
• Operating Environment: No trees; No obvious obstacles; No strong radio interference; No enroute area; No no-fly zone; Keep the drone within sight; Away from crowds.

SHARKX Remote control

• LCD Screen 0.96 inches
• Operating Frequency 2400~2483.5 MHz
• Max Transmission Distance (Unobstructed, Free of Interference) 1 km

SHARKX Battery

• Capacity 6,000 mAh
• Battery Type LI – PO

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