Parrot Drone ANAFI AI Robotic Drone User Guide

**Flight Safety Guide*
USE OF A DRONE**

It is your responsibility to ensure the safety of people and other aircraft.

1. DO NOT FLY OVER PEOPLE
When using the drone, make sure you do not endanger nearby people or vehicles. Do not fly over them and maintain a minimum safety distance. Keep well away from groups of people.
2. RESPECT THE MAXIMUM FLYING ALTITUDES
Always respect the maximum altitudes to limit the risk of a collision between your drone and other aircraft. In all circumstances, give way to manned aircraft.
3. NEVER LET THE DRONE OUT OF SIGHT, AND DO NOT USE IT AT NIGHT
Keep the drone within your visual line of sight at all times. Immersive flights (FPV) and the use of drones that automatically follow you are possible only under certain conditions, notably in the presence of a second person to ensure flight safety. Furthermore, in order to ensure the safety of aircraft flying at low altitudes, such as helicopters performing rescue missions, regulations forbid the use of drones at night, even if they are fitted with lights.
4. DO NOT USE THE DRONE ABOVE PUBLIC AREAS
Flying a small drone over private land in the absence of other people is possible provided you respect the maximum altitude and speed appropriate to the immediate surroundings (building, trees, etc.) and which would minimize risks. In no circumstances can you fly the drone above public areas.
5. DO NOT FLY THE DRONE NEAR AIRFIELDS
Do not use the drone near an airfield where airplanes, helicopters, gliders, microlights, etc. may operate. Minimum safety distances are to be respected, which may reach 10 km in the case of busy airports.
6. DO NOT FLY OVER RESTRICTED SITES
It is forbidden to fly over some restricted or protected sites, as well as their surrounding areas. These include for example nuclear power stations, military bases, and historical landmarks, as well as nature reserves and national parks. Check if you are in such sites before beginning a flight.
7. RESPECT OTHER PEOPLE’S PRIVACY, DO NOT BROADCAST IMAGES TAKEN WITHOUT THE PERMISSION OF THOSE CONCERNED, AND DO NOT USE THEM FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
People around the drone must be made aware of what you are doing, especially if the drone is fitted with a camera. Inform those present, answer their questions, and respect their right to privacy. Refrain from recording images that would make it possible to recognize or identify people (faces, number plates, etc.) without their permission.
8. ABOVE A CERTAIN WEIGHT, LEGAL OBLIGATIONS MAY APPLY. SEEK INFORMATION FROM THE APPROPRIATE AUTHORITIES
For example, the following requirements may apply:

• Registering the drone through the appropriate authorities;
• Fitting devices to restrict flying altitude, devices to emit an electronic/digital signal or devices to make its presence known through lights/sounds;
• Completing an online training course.

9. CHECK THE CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH YOU ARE INSURED TO UNDERTAKE THIS ACTIVITY

You may be held liable in case of damages caused to people, property on the ground or to other aircraft. Take out a specific insurance policy or check your liability policy.

10. ASK FOR INFORMATION IF IN DOUBT
For more information, please check with the local aviation authorities.
The use of an unmanned aircraft in conditions that do not comply with local regulations may carry the risk of prosecution, substantial fines,s and prison sentences.

ASK PERMISSION FOR IMAGES OF PROPERTY
Recording and broadcasting the image of property without permission from its owner and or any third party holding intellectual property may constitute a violation of the property’s image rights and you may be held liable. Ask permission from its owner and/or any third party with ownership rights.

SINCE JANUARY 1st 2021
In relation to the introduction of new European regulations, before flying your drone in the single European sky, you are submitted to a registration obligation and must display your registration number clearly on your drone. You are also submitted, at least, to an obligation to follow an online training and to pass the associated theoretical examination. For additional information of the matter, we are inviting you to make contact with your local aviation authorities. In particular, we advise you to keep up to date with the website of the following authority: https://www.easa.europa.eu/easa-and-you /civil-drones-rpas

REGULATORY REFERENCE
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947 of 24 May 2019 on the rules and procedures for the operation of unmanned aircraft (Text with EEA relevance).

FLYING IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Operating unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) within the National Airspace System (NAS) or the United States of America requires pilots to be aware of specific rules and restrictions. Both new and seasoned UAS pilots must ensure they follow all regulations set forth by the FAA before each flight. For more information on operating in the NAS, please visit:
https://www.faa.gov/uas

SAFETY GUIDELINES AND GENERAL INFORMATION

SPECIAL ATTENTION must be given to the paragraphs containing the ****symbol;

AGE
Parrot ANAFI Ai and Parrot Skycontroller 4 remote controllers are not suitable for people under the age of 18. These products must not be used by children.

BEFORE USING ANAFI Ai AND THE SKYCONTROLLER 4
(A) CAREFULLY READ the Super Quick Start Guide, the Flight Safety Guide, and all documentation available on www.parrot.com, which may be updated at any time and without prior notice.
(B) MAKE SURE YOU ARE AWARE OF THE APPLICABLE REGULATIONS IN YOUR COUNTRY FOR THE USE OF DRONES AND THEIR ACCESSORIES.
(C) REMEMBER that ANAFI Ai and the Skycontroller 4 may expose others and yourself to EQUIPMENT DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY which may result in serious injury.
BY USING ANAFI Ai AND THE SKYCONTROLLER 4, YOU HEREBY DECLARE THAT YOU HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS DOCUMENTATION AND YOU AGREE TO ABIDE BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS HEREIN.
FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THIS DOCUMENTATION AND OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS INCLUDING THE APPLICABLE REGULATION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS, DAMAGE TO YOUR ANAFI Ai, OR DAMAGE TO OTHER OBJECTS IN THE VICINITY. YOU AGREE THAT YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN CONDUCT WHILE USING ANAFI Ai, AND FOR ANY CONSEQUENCES THEREOF. PARROT DRONES SAS, ITS AFFILIATES AND THEIR RESPECTIVE DISTRIBUTORS ACCEPT NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE, INJURY, OR ANY LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE USE OF ANAFI Ai.
Note that the videos and photos that are promoted and advertised by Parrot Drones SAS and its affiliates have been created by professionals and experienced pilots.
ALWAYS REFER TO THE MOST RECENT UPDATES OF THE DOCUMENTATION IN CASE OF ANY DOUBT RELATING TO THE USE OF YOUR ANAFI Ai AND ITS ACCESSORIES.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE

ANAFI Ai GIMBAL

• ALWAYS PAY ATTENTION WHEN REPLACING ANAFI Ai BACK IN ITS CASE: ALWAYS STORE THE DRONE WITH ITS MAIN CAMERA GIMBAL TURNED BACKWARD AND REPLACE THE GIMBAL PROTECTION BEFORE TRANSPORT.
• Always transport ANAFI Ai safely stored in its case.

PROPELLERS

WARNING
RISK OF CUTTING
Propellers can engender strong cuts.
Using the drone necessitates particular attention from the operator and observers.

• ANAFI Ai’s propellers can cause damage to persons or objects. Do not touch ANAFI Ai when in flight. Wait until the propellers stop completely before handling ANAFI Ai.
• Do not use damaged or broken propellers.

ANAFI Ai

• The pilot must keep continuous visual contact with ANAFI Ai and control its trajectory. ANAFI Ai must be used according to the civil aviation regulations in your country. The places where it is used must be suitable for maneuvering in order to ensure the continuous safety of people, animals and property. It may not be permitted to use ANAFI Ai in certain places (train station, airport, etc.).
• Only use accessories specified by Parrot Drones SAS.
• Always check local regulations for night operations.
• Keep ANAFI Ai away from potentially hazardous areas.
• Do not use this device near or above liquids. Do not place ANAFI Ai on water or a wet surface as this could cause irreparable damage to the drone.
• Avoid significant changes in altitude.
• Do not expose ANAFI Ai to the sun for extended periods of time.
• If the behavior of ANAFI Ai strays in any way from its expected behavior, end the flight immediately and reboot all systems.
• Risk of ingestion of small objects. The packaging is not part of the product and must be discarded as a safety measure.

SKYCONTROLLER 4

• The Parrot Skycontroller 4 is intended to be used with ANAFI Ai.
• Only use accessories specified by Parrot Drones SAS.
• If sand or dust gets into the Parrot Skycontroller 4, it may be damaged and might no longer function correctly.
• Do not expose the Parrot Skycontroller 4 to the sun for extended periods of time.
• Do not use this device near liquids, as they could damage the Parrot Skycontroller 4.

SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATE (SAR): SKYCONTROLLER 4

• The SAR of the Skycontroller 4 for the trunk area is: 2.66 W/Kg

SKYCONTROLLER 4 AND HDMI
The Parrot Skycontroller 4 incorporates HDMI® technology. The use of a non- certified HDMI cable with the Parrot Skycontroller 4 can significantly deteriorate the performance of the controller’s Wi-Fi.

BATTERY FOR ANAFI Ai AND SKYCONTROLLER 4

WARNING: Failure to follow all the instructions may result in serious injury, property damage and irreparable damage to the battery, ANAFI Ai, the Parrot Skycontroller 4, and may cause a fire, smoke, or explosion.

• Always check that the battery is not damaged before charging or using it in flight.
• Never use a battery that has been dropped.
• Never use the battery when it or the product containing it has had an impact or was involved in a crash.
• Never use a damaged battery, or if there is an odor, overheating, discoloration, deformation, or leakage.
• Never place heavy objects on the battery.
• ANAFI Ai and Parrot Skycontroller 4 must only be charged using the USB cable included with the device and with a compatible USB charger or USB port that meets the following requirements: USB-IF Battery Charging Spec, Rev 1.2.
• Never trickle charge or charge under 3 V per cell.
• The temperature of the battery must never exceed 60°C (140°F) otherwise the battery may get damaged or ignite.
• Never charge on flammable materials or surfaces, near flammable products or inside a vehicle.
• Never leave the battery inside vehicles.
• Store the battery in a non-flammable and non-conductive container.
• Never leave the battery unattended during the charging process.
• Never disassemble or modify the housing’s wiring, or puncture the cells. Always ensure that the charger output voltage matches the voltage of the battery.
• Do not short circuit the battery.
• Never expose the LiPo battery to moisture or direct sunlight, or store it in a place where temperatures could exceed 60°C (car in the sun, for example).
• Keep your battery half charged for long storage.
• Fully charge the battery when it has not been used for an extended period of time. It might require several charge/discharge cycles to recover maximum capacity.
• Always keep it out of reach of children. For more information about batteries, visit http://www.parrot.com/support

OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE PILOTING MODE

The Obstacle Avoidance Piloting Mode (OAPM) operates differently when the drone is piloted directly (through the controller), and when the drone carries out an automated or assisted flight (Flight Plan and Vehicle Mission, for example). In direct piloting, the OAPM stops the drone soon enough to avoid collision with the environment. During automated or assisted flights, the OAPM navigates the drone between obstacles, which can lead to trajectories different of those expected.

**** The OAPM can be totally impaired by: low ambient light; a defective gimbal; a damaged or defective stereo camera; the consequences of an impact on the stereo camera – which may require a recalibration.

BEFORE FLYING
Check the stereo camera is perfectly clean and free. Dust and other residues on its lenses may affect its performance. If the lenses require cleaning, wipe it with a soft cloth. Never use detergent or alcohol to clean ANAFI Ai.

FLYING CONDITIONS

**** The performance of the OAPM can be affected by: lighting, nature of obstacle surface, direction and speed of the drone, presence of water on the stereo camera lenses (in case of rain for example).
Be especially careful when using the drone in the following conditions, as the OAPM might not work optimally.

• In front of surfaces or objects that are:
  – monochrome (plain white or black, or any other color, without distinct texture or motive);
  – reflective;
  – water or transparent;
  – mobile;
  – very dark or very bright.

• In areas where the lighting conditions change drastically or very rapidly.

• In rainy conditions.

Obstacles might not be avoided when the speed of the drone exceeds 10 m/s.
– DO NOT FLY in the fog or in poor visibility conditions.
– DO NOT OBSTRUCT the camera.
– DO NOT FLY the drone toward people, animals, small or thin objects (such as tree branches or power lines), or transparent materials (glass, water).
– REMAIN ALERT DURING ALL FLIGHTS: keep control of the drone at all times.
– DO NOT RELY ON THE OAPM.

Flight assistance and safety functions as the OAPM are designed to help the pilot, not to replace his control over the drone. Do not lose sight of the drone and always remain focused on its flight. Rely on your own judgment to control the drone and manually avoid obstacles. Be wary of obstacles, in particular people and animals which may find themselves on the trajectory of the drone. It is important to set an RTH altitude before each flight.
If the drone suffers an impact, a recalibration of its stereo camera may be required. Follow in-app FreeFlight 7 instructions to carry out this recalibration.
As illustrated by the following figure, Parrot asks ANAFI Ai pilots to be especially careful when they back up their drone, as the OAPM has an approximately 55° blind zone (or dead angle), behind the drone, toward the ground.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ANAFI Ai

Download FreeFlight 7 on your JOS device: ANAFI AI needs FreeFlight 7 to fly. FreeFlight 7 will update your Parrot Skycontroller 4 and your drone when you power them on for the first time.
The distant identification transmission protocol| Wi-Fi Beacon (compliant with the IEEE 802.11 norm)
Sound power level| 82 dB
The behavior of the drone in case of data link loss| Smart RTH (Smart Return to Home)
ANAFI Ai comes with a “Smart RTH” function: taking into account its altitude and its distance from its take-off point, the drone computes in real-time the energy it needs to come back to its home point. When its battery reaches a critical level, or in case of data link loss, FreeFlight 7 informs you that the drone is about to enter automatic RTH (Return to Home) mode.
Operating instructions| Refer to the enclosed Super Quick Start Guide and to the instructions given by FreeFlight 7 when the app runs for the first time. For additional information, refer to the user guide available on www.parrot.com
Procedure to upload the airspace limitations| Pending
Trouble-shooting procedures| Refer to the online Troubleshooting guide available at:
https://www.parrot.com/files/s3fs-­ _public/firmware/troubleshootinganatai.pdf

ACCESSORIES AND SPARE PARTS
Accessories and spare parts are available from your Parrot reseller or on www.parrot.com.

WARRANTY
For warranty conditions, please refer to the general terms and conditions of the reseller from which you purchased ANAFI Ai and Parrot Skycontroller 4. If the laws in your country entitle you to address warranty questions directly to the manufacturer, please refer to Parrot’s warranty conditions on https://www.parrot.com.

HOW TO RECYCLE THIS PRODUCT (ANAFI Ai & PARROT SKYCONTROLLER 4)
The following symbol on the product or its documentation indicates that it must not be disposed of with household waste. Uncontrolled waste disposal may harm the environment or human health. Please separate your device from other types of waste to recycling it responsibly. This will help to foster the sustainable re-use of material resources. Please contact your reseller or your local council to seek information about ways to recycle ANAFI Ai and Parrot Skycontroller 4.

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: ANAFI Ai & SKYCONTROLLER 4
PARROT DRONES SAS, 174 Quai de Jemmapes, 75010 Paris, France, declares on its sole responsibility that the products described in the present guide comply with the provisions of the Radio Equipment
Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU.
The complete texts of EU declarations of conformity are available under the following URL:
http://www.parrot.com/fr/ce/?parrot-skycontroller-4
http://www.parrot.com/fr/ce/?ANAFI-Ai

RADIO INFORMATION:
Wi-Fi frequency ranges for EU:
2400-2483.5 MHz; 5725-5875 MHz
Wi-Fi maximum output power for EU:

• 2400-2483.5 MHz: 20 dBm-100 mW
• 5725-5875 MHz: 14 dBm-25 mW

CANADA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: ANAFI Ai & PARROT SKYCONTROLLER 4
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

ANAFI Ai (drone)
Radio Frequency Exposure Statement for IC:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. The device can be used in mobile exposure conditions.
The min separation distance is 30cm.

SKYCONTROLLER 4 (remote control)
This EUT is in compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in IC RSS-102 had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in IEEE 1528 and IEC 62209.

FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: ANAFI Ai & SKYCONTROLLER 4
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

ANAFI Ai (drone)
RF Exposure Warning Statements:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment shall be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & body.

SKYCONTROLLER 4 (Remote control)
FCC RF Exposure requirements: The highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use next to the hand with the minimum separation distance of 0mm is 2.331W/Kg.
This product is in compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements and refers to the FCC website
https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm Search for
FCC ID: 2AG6IMPP4

Restriction of the use of WIFI in Japan
The wifi 5 GHz bands of this device is not activated in Japan

TRADEMARKS
Parrot and the Parrot logo are trademarks of Parrot SA, used under license.
ANAFI Ai, Parrot SKYCONTROLLER, FREEFLIGHT, and their respective logos are trademarks of Parrot Drones SAS.
The Adopted Trademarks HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia
Interface and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

All other trademarks mentioned in this guide are the property of their respective owners.

MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
ANAFI Ai and Parrot Skycontroller 4 are manufactured by: Parrot
Drones SAS – 174 Quai de Jemmapes – 75010 Paris (France) – Corporate and Trade Register of Paris 808 408 074 – www.parrot.com

Corporate and Trade Register of Paris 808 408 074
www.parrot.com
MCPKG01345C

References

• Particulier | CNIL
• geoportail.gouv.fr/donnees/restrictions-pour-drones-de-loisir
• Parrot | European leader in professional drones
• Parrot Support Center | Parrot drones FAQ
• alphatango.aviation-civile.gouv.fr/
• FCC OET Authorization Search
• Dokeos
• Accueil | Ministères Écologie Énergie Territoires
• Drones (UAS) | Ministère de la Transition Écologique et de la Cohésion des Territoires
• Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) | Federal Aviation Administration
• Parrot | European leader in professional drones

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