An Introduction to An Introduction to Draganflyer X8 UAV

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MOHIEDDIN MORADI
mohieddinmoradi@gmail.com
DREAM
IDEA
PLAN
IMPLEMENTATION

23. Carbon Fiber Folding Frame
Collapsible Frame
 easy transport
 easy storage
 the helicopter can fit inside a tube or backpack

24. Durable and Light
 Rolled (Molded) carbon fiber tubes frame.
 It is stronger than fibers that interweaved together
 The higher strength to weight ratio of carbon fiber.

25. Modular Design
 The individual arms can be replaced rather than the entire frame.
 More economical repairs and less down time.

26. Glass Filled Injected Nylon Components
 Strong material

27. Eight Rotor Configuration
Payload Capability
(approximately1 kilogram )
 The four sets of matched counter rotating rotor blades provide differential thrust from four
equally spaced points.
Increased Stability in the Wind
 The Draganflyer X8 weighs approximately 1700 grams and has the increased thrust of 8
counter-rotating rotors which allows it to be much more stable in windy conditions.
 The larger size and weight of the Draganflyer X8 make it a very stable helicopter to fly.

28. Virtually Maintenance Free
 the only moving parts: Brushless motors and carbon fiber rotor blades
 no gears to wear out.
 no engines to tune or service.
Efficient Design
 Easy transport (foldable)
 The low weight and high strength rotors
 Low noise and maximum efficiency
 Maximum strength (carbon fiber)
Quiet & Efficient
 minimum thrust lost to sound output.
 The rotor blades have less turbulence when spinning.
 direct drive motors reduces moving parts and eliminates gear box noise.
 hovering: less than approximately 78dB of sound at one meter (3 feet).

29. GPS
GPS Position Hold system
 to concentrate on taking great pictures and video with out the need to
continually control the helicopter.
 Once you are in position you can ascend or descend in a vertical column
simply by using the Spring Centered Throttle (SCT) control.
 The camera is panned by using the helicopters yaw controls to move left
and right and then can be tilted up and down.
GPS information displayed includes:
Latitude
Longitude
Altitude
GPS accuracy
Position errors
Number of locked satellites
Quality of the GPS constellation (PDOP)

30. Handheld computerized controller

31. Simple to Use
 The ergonomically (you can control the Draganflyer X8 flight by using two main gimbals)
 Easy control over GPS hold, ascent/descent with easy to use Spring Centered Throttle
(SCT) control.
 Camera shutter, tilt ad zoom controls.
Designed with Comfort in Mind
 The controller is encased in a non-slip rubber grip which enhances its tough and rugged
designed.
 The hand held controller is tough and rugged it has been designed to be very comfortable to
hold.
 The controller has been built to be just the right size and weight to make it easy to hold .

32. Continuous Link with Helicopter
This allows as well as the helicopters speed and orientation
 Battery voltage (and low battery warning)
 GPS position
 The number of satellites locked on

33. Bright OLED Display
Perfect in direct sunlight.

34. Two Controllers with One Helicopter
 controllers can be wirelessly connected to
each other to allow shared control over the
helicopter.
 You can select which functions the second
controller can use.
 A photographer or videographer
 A piloting
 Great and quick way to train another pilot

35. Critical Information
 battery low voltage (preventing damage to your helicopter)
 poor link quality
 lost of GPS signal

36. Dragan Eye™ Pro 5.8GHz dual Diversity Wireless Video Receiver
 two 5.8GHz video receivers is built into the controller to obtain the best signal.
 Switching decisions based on
1- RSSI (Receiver Signal Strength Indication
2-VSQA (Video Signal Quality Analysis)
 Dual antennas can be positioned to pick up the video signal from multiple angles.
 Dual outputs on the bottom of the handheld controller for
1-Video goggles
2-Recording device

37. Handheld Ground Control Station (GCS)
(Optional)
Coming Mid 2011
Simple and Intuitive
 All the features of Handheld Controller and Video Base Station in one package.
 Simpler than using two Controller functions at the same time
 Every function is easy and intuitive to use.
1. Altitude
2. GPS hold
3. camera tilt pan and zoom functions

38. 802.11n Wireless Network
 A built in 802.11n wireless network interface, for connecting to Wifi hotspots and IP cameras.
 You receive the best pictures and video, that is streamed directly to the Handheld GCS
Live Telemetry Link
 The Handheld GCS displays the same telemetry information that the Video Base Station
does, but in a package that is small enough to hold comfortably in your hands.
 Everything from helicopter battery levels to GPS accuracy and position errors is displayed
live on an intuitive instrument layout.

39. Ergonomic Controls
KMZ file Flight Data Logging
 KMZ files are compatible with many 3D earth viewing programs, including Google Earth.
 The Handheld GCS automatically logs each flight to a KMZ file.
 You can quickly and easily import a KMZ file to your computer and see exactly where the
helicopter was during your flight.
 Photos are geo-tagged, with each picture you take marked on the display.
 Important flight information, such as battery levels, GPS position errors, and other sensor
readouts are also logged using the onboard flight computer and black box data recorder.

40. IP Camera Support
 The Handheld GCS supports viewing and saving video from IP cameras.
 IP cameras work by sending wireless video digitally, over an 802.11n wifi network.
 IP cameras are not limited to resolutions supported by NTSC or PAL standards. IP cameras
can transmit megapixel resolution video at a rate of up to 30fps.
 Because IP cameras use a digital protocol to transmit information, they are virtually
impervious to random noise and interference.
 In the event of poor signal quality, frame rate drops while image quality remains the same.
 IP cameras also have an internal memory buffer, which allows you to capture still pictures
while the camera is still recording video.
Built in DVR
 The Handheld GCS supports recording received video directly to its internal solid state
memory.
 The video is recorded in a standard format that can be easily imported to almost any software
program for editing or publication.

41. Advanced Power System
Electric Powered Flight
 A specially designed lithium polymer battery
 The battery supplies the power to the eight brushless electric motors which provide enough
thrust for the helicopter to carry up to approximately 1 kilogram in payload.

42. Fast Charging Lithium Polymer Battery
 A lithium polymer battery is used because its unique chemistry allows it to be significantly
lighter and higher capacity than an equivalently shaped conventional rechargeable battery.
 A custom designed 5400 mAh lithium polymer battery which provides power for both flying
and camera systems.
 The Draganflyer X8 battery has integrated power and balance connectors that make charging
simple with the included charging station.
 Recharging the battery with the Draganflyer X8s charging system takes approximately 30
minutes.

43. Efficient & Lightweight Carbon Fibre Rotors
 Durable and lightweight
 These rotors are molded into a shape engineered for optimal thrust at maximum efficiency.
 The added benefit of these high efficient rotors is that it also results in less noise while
maintaining longer flight times.

44. High Performing Brushless Motors
 twice power than conventional brushed electric motors,
 longer life time (no brushes to wear out)
 maintenance free
 extremely quiet
 longer flight times
 without gears

45. Damage Tolerance
Tough Carbon Fibre Frame
 high quality military grade carbon fibre (most durable)
 Carbon fibre is impervious to rust and does not decay
Durability & Strength
 to stand up to a significant amount of stress during flight (because of using carbon fibre and
glass-filled injected nylon plastic)
 The frame has been designed to be rigid in order to improve flight response while at the same
time able to absorb vibration.
Folds on Impact
This is made possible by the strong clips that hold the arms in place as they absorb energy when
they unclip. This in turn reduces the kinetic energy and velocity of the helicopter when it
impacts.
Modular Design
less costly to repair
Detachable Landing Gear
Rather than having to repair the entire unit you can just simple replace the landing gear and you
are back flying in no time.

46. Cases
Built with Travel in Mind
 You do not have to pay over size luggage fees.
 you can choose :
 a military grade lockable transport case
 soft case and optional back pack carrying system.

47. Transport Case.
 The Video Base Station case is made of the same
rugged, military grade materials as the Draganflyer
X8 case so that the internal components are
protected against the rigors of airline transport and
field deployment.
 A place for laptop computer for viewing real-time
streaming video from the X8 helicopter, viewing
telemetry, and for storing video and images.
 Telescoping legs are included and can be threaded
onto the bottom of the case to provide a platform to
work from.

48.  The Video Base Station is compatible with laptop computers running Windows.
 Install the included software and you can start receiving wireless telemetry and live aerial
video right away.
 The Video Base Station also folds up neatly and securely for transport either on its own or
within the main Draganflyer X8 carrying case.

49. Transport Case
Exterior Dimensions
Length: 68.1cm (26.8in)
Width: 45.2cm (17.8in)
Depth: 32.8cm (12.9in)
Case meets airline size regulations
Interior Dimensions
Length: 68.8cm (27.1in)
Width: 45.7cm (18in)
Depth: 27.9cm (11in)
Weight
Empty Weight: 14kg (31lbs) *Approximate
Full Weight: 28.8kg (63.5lbs) *Approximate
Case Information
Underwater Kinetics Transport Case
Color: Black
Wheels: 4
Handle Type: Retractable Extension
Latch Type: Metal Catch
Seal Type: O-Ring
Thick, lightweight, non corroding high impact ABS
shell
Valve Type: Automatic Pressure Equalization
Holds
1 Draganflyer X8 Helicopters
2 Hand Held Controllers
2 Camera Systems
Spare Parts
Charging Station
Video Glasses
Video Recording Base Station
Tool Pouch
Instruction Manuals

50. Optional Draganfly X8 Back Packable Case
For beaten path.
The outer case is built from military grade rugged
Cordura™ nylon, which contains high density
precision machined foam.

51. Tool Pouch Included
All the tools required for changing rotor blades, swapping camera modules, and disassembling the
X8 helicopter for storage are included in the Draganflyer X8 Toolbox that also fits inside the
Transport Case.

52. Portable Charge Station
 The Draganflyer X8 charge station fits inside the transport case
along with two batteries and all the required charging
accessories.
 With the Draganflyer X8 charge station you are able to charge
two batteries at once in multiple configurations. This allows you
to charge your depleted battery while continuing to fly with your
charged battery.
Airline Transport Association size (ATA) Approved Hard Case
 To protect soft case when you are in airplanes, cars and trucks.
 It is not over sized luggage.

53. Safety Features
Engineered for Safety
 small size
 quad rotor layout
 data link,
 flight recorder
 software configurations
 navigation lights
 real time telemetry
 Fly in confidence knowing that you are in full control of a stable aircraft that will provide
you with great video and photographs.
Small Size & Low Weight
relatively small in stature compared to rc helicopters that can deliver the same performance.

54. On-Board Stabilization Software
an onboard computer(stabilization software) that continuously monitors 11
sensors to stabilize flight.
Easy to See Navigation Lights
four extremely bright high powered LED navigation lights.
Data Logging Software
 To log details of every flight (information from 9 onboard sensors)
 Logs is transmitted back to the hand held controller where it is recorded
on a Micro-SD card.
 Draganview software can read this log file.
 This log file is much like what is recorded in a full size aircrafts black
box and is very useful for debugging flight problems.

55. Low Battery Indicator
Auto-Descent Failsafe
 When the radio link between the helicopter and the hand held controller is lost the
Draganflyer X8 will automatically begin its auto-descent routine.
 The auto descent routine governs how fast the helicopter descends to help minimize
possibilities of damage during an uncontrolled landing.
Maximum Operating Ceiling
A maximum altitude can be set so that the Draganflyer X8 will be restricted from flying above the
preset altitude.
Transmission Frequencies
Data and control signals are broadcast at 2.4GHz and the video signal is transmitted at 5.8GHz.
This prevents interference between the two.
8 Rotor Redundancy
If one of the brushless motors fails, the helicopter will still be able to fly and land safely.

56. Electronic Flight Stability
11 Advanced Sensors for Flight Control
 Using data from the sensors the Draganflyer X8s onboard software automatically adjusts the
flight controls to ensure the helicopter is flying stable.
 This means that the pilot no longer has to concentrate on keeping the helicopter steady and
instead can just fly it to the desired location.
The SteadyFlight™ system uses data from:
 3 gyros
 3 accelerometers
 3 magnetometers
 1 barometric pressure sensor
 1 GPS receiver

57. 6 Degrees of Freedom
A helicopters
The main advantage:
It can hover stationary in place and be piloted to any open point in three dimensional space.
It can manoeuvre in any direction and does not need to be facing the direction it is flying in.
The main disadvantage:
low stability.
The Draganflyer X8 has all the advantages of a helicopter while being able to maintain its
stability making it an excellent choice for a camera platform.

58. Draganview Software
The DraganView software receives instrument readouts from the helicopter and displays them in
real time, in a format similar to that found on full scale, piloted aircraft.
1- View Real Time Telemetry
Battery Voltage
Data Link Quality
Number of GPS Satellites Locked On
GPS Reception Quality
Heading
Bearing
Climb Rate
Speed
Attitude (Roll, Pitch, Yaw)
Magnetometer Readings (Right, Forward, Down)
Velocity (North, East, Down)
Temperature
Throttle
GPS Latitude & Longitude
Altitude (GPS & Barometric)
GPS Accuracy & Position Errors
View the Draganflyer X8's current statistics as well
as an artificial horizon, bearing and heading
aircraft gauges

59. View real-time streaming video while monitoring the
aircraft gauges. Capture the incoming video feed to a
digital file.
2- View Real Time Aerial Video
Using the DraganView software, you can view
real time video streamed from the Draganflyer
X8 UAV on your computer.

60. 3- Configuration and Diagnostics
 The DraganView software allows you
 To remotely configure
 To run diagnostic tests
 To run preflight checks
 user accessible maintenance functions
 Calibrating the onboard magnetometer for
different geographical locations
 Uploading firmware updates to the helicopter
 Quickly diagnose and fix any issues with the
included diagnostic tests.
 The DraganView software and Telemetry
Transceiver require one free USB port and a
computer running Windows XP or later.

61. Wireless Digital Video System
Experience the Advantage of Digital Video
 A digital signal can be transmitted with out losing any of the quality of the picture
transmitted.
 Pristine quality with no noise or interference
 As the video is transmitted over a 802.11n 5.8GHz Wifi connection it can be easily encrypted
to ensure only those you want to view the video can

62. Bilt in Digital IP Video Receiver
(The Draganflyer X8 Base Station Feature)
This eliminates virtually any adverse effect from signal noise.
 No noise in the digital signal
 No noise in the digital transmission.
 Zeros and ones in turn are transmitted as high and low
power radio signals.
 The receiver converts these low and high power signals
back to zeros and ones.

63. Video on the Optional Handheld Ground Control Station
to frame your shots and move the helicopter to the exact position you need to get the shot you
want.
 The digital video stream provides clear pictures that are unencumbered by the noise you
would find in an analog signal.
 Not only can you view video on the optional hand held ground control station but it also runs
the complete version of DraganView™ software allowing you to view telemetry information
overlaid on the video picture.

64. Multiple Options for Your Applications
No matter if you are in a controlled environment or the rugged wilderness.
Choose between flowing:
Both share the same basic features (wireless video, and telemetry).
1- The hand held ground control station :
Is ultra portable
By seeing the video on the screen the pilot can frame the exact shot.
2- The base station (full size model):
An excellent resource to show video to your clients or people in a mobile
command post.

65. Anti-Vibration Camera Mount
Clear Pictures and Steady Video
Carbon fiber camera mount.
The four oil filled spring shock absorbers to filter out vibrations
Remote Controlled Pan and Tilt
A small electric servo provides a 90 degree tilt range, which allows the camera to look directly
ahead, straight down, or anywhere in-between.
The remote tilt mechanism works in conjunction with 360 degree yaw control (pan), allowing you
to point the camera in any direction.
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66. Interchangeable Cameras
Several cameras are available, so that you can obtain the pictures and video best suited to your
project

67. IP Video Camera
Digital Streaming Provides Crystal Clear Pictures
 IP Camera Wireless Digital Video System sends
data directly over a Wifi link.
 This means that it is not limited to the resolutions
supported by analog formats (NTSC and PAL)
and can transmit megapixel video to the wireless
base station.
 The wireless base station connects to any laptop
with an Ethernet cable, and the video can be
viewed and recorded using the Draganview
software

68. Digital Still Camera with 720p Video Recording
The Best Aerial Still Pictures Available
 Images are stored using the onboard SD card, which allows you to quickly and easily import them
into the computer programs of your choice.
 The high resolution digital still camera can also take pictures in the RAW format, allowing you to
choose your own colorspace and use other advanced features(12.3 Megapixel aerial pictures)

69. Low Light Camera
Record Video in Near Dark Conditions
 In conditions as low as 0.0001 Lux ambient
light.(Dusk/Dawn camera)
 At a fraction of the cost of the FLIR camera
(Forward Looking Infrared Camera).
 Black and white video is transmitted
wirelessly over a 5.8 Ghz video connection
 Recording on the onboard DVR.

70. Thermal Infrared Camera
Locate People by Body Heat
 The FLIR (Forward Looking Infrared Camera) is a long wave infrared sensor capable of
picking up body heat signatures.
 Using a specially engineered sensor, the FLIR camera can see heat and record video showing
how hot objects are in relation to their surroundings.
 The camera can see temperature differences, and display them in either color mode or black
and white.
 Video is streamed over a wireless 5.8 GHz connection to either the base station or the
handheld controller.
 Video is also recorded in real time to the built in SD card DVR.

71. Micro Analog Video Camera
Micro Color Video Camera
 A minimal weight penalty.
 The longer flight time than other heavier cameras
 480 line resolution video
 30 fps
 Onboard DVR recording
 Broadcasting over a 5.8 GHz link to either the base
station or the handheld controller.

72. videos

73. Draganflyer X8 Helicopter Tech Specs

74. Helicopter Size
Dimensions
Width: 87cm (36.25in)
Length: 87cm (36.25in)
Top Diameter: 106cm (41.8in)
Height: 32cm (12.6in)
Dimensions
(Without Rotors)
Width: 54cm (20.2in)
Length: 54cm (20.2in)
Top Diameter: 70cm (27.7in)
Height: 32cm (12.6in)
Folded Dimensions
Width: 35.5cm (14in)
Length: 70cm (27.6in)
Height: 25.4cm (10in)
Folded Dimensions
(Without Landing Gear)
Width: 18cm (7.1in)
Length: 70cm (27.6in)
Front Diameter: 22cm (8.5in)
Height: 13.5cm (5.25in)
Folded Dimensions
(Without Rotors or Landing Gear)
Width: 16cm (6.25in)
Length: 52cm (20.5in)
Front Diameter: 17.5cm (6.9in)
Height: 12cm (4.6in)

75. RF Communications
 2.4GHz Data Link
 Link Type: Helicopter to Ground & Ground to Helicopter (Two-Way)
 Helicopter Antenna: Wired Whip Antenna
 Controller Antenna: Omni-Directional
 RF Data Rate: 250kbps
 Receiver sensitivity: -100dBm
 Transmission Technique: DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
 Frequency band: 2.4000 - 2.4835 GHz
 Certifications: CE, FCC, IC, ETSI
 Data Link Channel Selection: Automatic (13 Channels)
 5.8GHz Video Link
 Link Type: Helicopter to Ground & Ground to Helicopter (Two-Way)
 Helicopter Access Point Antenna: Omni-Directional
 Base Station Receiver Antennas: Integrated Antenna Array (Hi-gain 4 antenna system)
 Transmission Power: 25dBm
 Receiver Sensitivity: -96dBm
 Transmission Technique: WiFi
 Frequency Band: 802.11n 4.9-5.9GHz
 Certifications: FCC Part 15.247, IC RS210, CE
 NTSC and PAL Compatible Inputs
 Range varies with environment

76. 11 Onboard Sensors
 3 Solid State MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) Gyros
 3 Solid State MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) Accelerometers
 3 Magnetometers (Magneto resistive Sensors)
 1 Barometric Pressure Sensor
 1 GPS Receiver
GPS
 GPS Battery Backup: 75mAh Lithium Polymer
 GPS Used For: Position Hold, Location & Velocity Data
 Maximum Satellites Tracked Simultaneously: 16
 Position Update Rate: 4 Hz
 GPS Antenna: Ceramic Patch
 Battery Backup: Lithium Polymer

77. Weight & Payload
 Helicopter Weight: 1,700g
 Payload Capability: 1,000g
 Maximum Gross Take-Off Weight: 2,700g
Flight Characteristics:
 Unassisted visual reference required
 Max Climb Rate: 2m/s
 Max Descent Rate: 2m/s
 Max Turn Rate: 90°/second
 Approx Maximum Speed: 50km/h
 Minimum Speed: 0km/h
 Launch Type: VTOL (Vertical Take Off and Landing)
 Maximum Altitude ASL: 2,438m
 Maximum Flight Time: Approx. 20 min (without payload)
 Approx Sound at distance of 1m : 72dB
 Approx Sound at distance of 3m : 62dB
Rotor Blades
 Four Counter-Rotating Pairs (Eight Rotors Total)
 Rotor Blade Material: Molded Carbon Fiber
 Upper Rotor Diameter: 40cm (16in)
 Lower Rotor Diameter: 38cm (15in)

78. Electric Motors
 Brushless Motors: 8
 Configuration: Direct Drive (One Motor per Rotor)
 Safety Features: Stall Protection
 Ball Bearing
 Voltage: 14.8V
Camera Attachments
 2MP (Mega-Pixel) Digital IP Day/Night Video Camera with Remote Controlled Tilt
 10MP (Mega-Pixel) Digital Still Camera with Remote Controlled Tilt, Zoom & Shutter
 12MP (Mega-Pixel) Digital Still Camera with Remote Controlled Tilt
 18MP (Mega-Pixel) Digital Still Camera with Remote Controlled Tilt, Zoom & Shutter
 1080p HD (High Definition) Video Camera with Remote Controlled Tilt
 Thermal FLIR (Forward Looking Infra-Red) Camera with Remote Controlled Tilt &
onboard digital video recorder
 Low Light (0.0001 lux) Dusk/Dawn Black & White Video Camera with Remote Controlled
Tilt & onboard digital video recorder
 Light weight Color Video Camera Video Camera with Remote Controlled Tilt & onboard
digital video recorder

79. Position Navigation Lights
 Type: 1 Watt LED Variable Brightness Emitters
 Luminous Flux at Full Brightness: 40lm
 For helicopter Orientation Confirmation
 From full Darkness to Direct Sunlight
 Standard Aircraft Colors
Red: Left Front
Green: Right Front
White: Both sides Tail/Rear
Rechargeable Helicopter Battery
 Lithium Polymer
 Voltage: 14.8V
 Capacity: 5200mAh
 Length: 9.8cm (3.9in)
 Width: 6.7cm (2.6in)
 Height: 3.4cm (1.3in)
 Connectors: Integrated Balance and Power
 Recharge Time: Approx. 30 minutes (after typical flight)
Landing Gear
 Installed Height: 24cm (9.3in)
 Stance Width: 35.5cm (14in)
 Skid Length: 34cm (13.25in)
 Landing Gear Material: Molded Carbon Fiber
Materials
Carbon Fiber
Glass Filled Injected Nylon
Aluminum & Stainless Steel Fasteners
RoHS Compliant
Operating Requirements
Recommended Pre-Use Temperature: 10° to 35°C
Maximum Operating Temperature: -25° to 38°C
Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% Non condensing
Maximum Wind speed: 30km/h
Wind speed Recommended for Novice Pilots less than
16km/h (10mph)
Wind speed for Optimal Video Recording using GPS Position
Hold less than 10km/h (6 mph)
Flight Data Recorder
Flight Data Recording: On-Board
Stored To: Removable 2Gb MicroSD Memory Card
Data Recorded: Onboard Sensor Flight Data (Link quality,
Orientation, Altitude, Speed, Direction)

80. Draganflyer X8 Handheld Computerized Controller

81. Size & Weight
 Width: 22cm (8.7in)
 Height: 12cm (4.7in)
 Depth: 8cm (3.1in)
 Weight: 895g (31.5oz)
OLED Touch Screen Display
 Diagonal Size: 7.2cm (2.8in)
 Resolution: 240x320 px
 Colors: 65,536 (16-bit)
 Luminance: 160 cd/m2 (candela per square meter)
 Contrast Ratio: 10,000:1
 Viewing Angle: 170°
 Touch Screen Type: Pressure Sensitive Resistive
Buddy Box Controller Function
 Main Controller to Assisting Controller Connection: Wireless
 Possible Configurations:
 Flight Controls on Main & Camera Controls on Assist
 All Controls on Assist & Full Override on Main
 Custom Splitting of Controls Between Main and Assist

82. Buttons & Controls
 2 Dual-Axis Gimbals
 3 Trim Tabs
 Shutter Button
 Ascent/Descent Switch
 Zoom In/Out Switch
 Variable Camera Tilt Knob
 GPS Position Hold Switch
 Trainer Button
 Touch Screen (Finger or Stylus Sensitive)
External Connections
 Charge Input: Integrated Balance Connector and Power Connector
 SD Card Slot: Firmware Update, and Auxiliary Black Box
Internal Rechargeable Battery
 Chemistry: Lithium Polymer
 Voltage: 11.1V
 Capacity: 2,000mAh
 Cell Configuration: 3s1p (3-series 1-parallel)
 Connectors: Integrated Balance Connector and Power Connector
 Recharge Time: 30 minutes

83. Information Displayed
 Easy to Use Menus
 Heading
 Bearing
 Altitude
 Climb Rate
 Speed
 Temperature
 Throttle
 X8 Helicopter Battery Voltage
 Controller Battery Voltage
 Data Link Quality
 Number of GPS Satellites Locked On
 GPS Reception Quality
 Attitude (Roll, Pitch, Yaw)
 Magnetometer Readings (Right, Forward, Down)
 Velocity (North, East, Down)
 GPS Latitude & Longitude
 Altitude (GPS & Barometric)
 GPS Accuracy & Position Errors
Materials
Rubber Grip
ABS Plastic
Flight Recorder / Black Box
Saves flight data to: on-board
removable Micro SD memory
card
Use for: post flight analysis,
troubleshooting, crash log
Includes GPS Data

84. RF Control & Data Link
 2.4GHz Data Link
 Link Type: Helicopter to Ground & Ground to Helicopter (Two-Way)
 Controller Antenna: Omni-Directional
 Helicopter Antenna: Wired Whip Antenna
 Transmission Power (North America): 100mW (+20dBm) EIRP
 RF Data Rate: 250kbps
 Receiver sensitivity: -100dBm
 Transmission Technique: DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
 Frequency band: 2.4000 - 2.4835 GHz
 Certifications: CE, FCC, IC, ETSI
 Data Link Channel Selection: Automatic (12 Channels)
 Channels Supported: 16 (9 used, 7 free)
 Throttle
 Roll
 Pitch
 Yaw
 Camera Shutter
 Ascent
 Camera Zoom
 Camera Tilt
 GPS Position Hold

85. Embedded Dragan Eye™ Pro 5.8GHz Dual Diversity Wireless Video Receiver
 Model: Dragan Eye™ Pro
 Diversity Type: Dual
 Diversity Video Unit Switches Between Received Signals Based On:
1. Video Quality
2. RSSI Signal Strength
 Video Link
• Frequency: 5.8GHz
• Link Type: Helicopter to Ground (One-Way)
• Receiver Antennas: Omni-Directional & Flat Patch
• Transmitter Antenna: Omni-Directional
• Transmission Power: 12dBm
• Transmitter Power Consumption: 500mW
• NTSC and PAL Compatible
• 7 Selectable Channels: 5740MHz, 5760MHz, 5780MHz, 5800MHz, 5820MHz,
5840MHz, 5860MHz

86. Transport Case

87. Exterior Dimensions
 Length: 68.1cm
 Width: 45.2cm
 Depth: 32.8cm
 Case meets airline size regulations
Interior Dimensions
 Length: 68.8cm
 Width: 45.7cm
 Depth: 27.9cm
Weight
 Empty Weight: 14kg (31lbs) *Approximate
 Full Weight: 28.8kg (63.5lbs) *Approximate
Case Information
Underwater Kinetics Transport Case
Color: Black
Wheels: 4
Handle Type: Retractable Extension
Latch Type: Metal Catch
Seal Type: O-Ring
Thick, lightweight, non corroding high impact
ABS shell
Valve Type: Automatic Pressure Equalization
Holds
2 Draganflyer X8 Helicopters
2 Hand Held Controllers
2 Camera Systems
Spare Parts
Charging Station
Video Glasses
Video Recording Base Station
Tool Pouch
Instruction Manuals

88. Charge Station
Exterior Dimensions
 Length: 26.7cm (10.5in)
 Width: 24.8cm (9.75in)
 Depth: 11.4cm (4.5in)
Interior Dimensions
 Length: 23.5cm (9.25in)
 Width: 18.1cm (7.1in)
 Depth: 10.5cm (4.1in)
Weight
 Empty Weight: 1.2kg (2.65lbs)
 Full Weight: 2.5kg (5.5lbs) *Approximate
Case Information
 Military Grade Pelican™ Case
 Color: Black
 Latch Type: Double Throw
 Seal Type: O-Ring
 Valve Type: Automatic Pressure Equalization
Contains
 AC Power Supply
 DC Power Cable
 2 Computerized Balance Chargers
 Lithium Polymer Fireproof Charging Enclosure

89. Wireless Video Mini Base Station

90. Exterior Dimensions
 Length: 16.5cm
 Width: 8cm
 Height: 4.5cm
Weight
 Weight: 681g approx (with out computer)
Case Information
 Unit fits inside main carrying case with helicopter
 Electronics are enclosed in a machined aluminum case
 Electronic Components are protected by Plastic and Rubber

91. Collapsible Tripod dimension

92. Unit Includes
 Embedded Dragan Eye Pro 5.8GHz Quad Diversity Wireless Video
Receiver.
 Built in lithium polymer power supply and charger
 Power Connector: Standard Barrel Jack (Adapter Included)
 Integrated Telemetry Transceiver
 Two 5.8 Ghz flat patch antennas
 Two 5.8 Ghz omni-directional antenna
 One 5.8 GHz omni-directional Antenna (for telemetry)
 Easy to read LCD display

93. Wireless Video Receiver
 Embedded Dragan Eye Pro 5.8GHz Quad Diversity Wireless Video Receiver
 Integrated Video Capture Device
 Receivers: Quad
 Frequency: 5.8GHz
 Channels: 7 (5.740, 5.760, 5.780, 5.800, 5.820, 5.840, 5.860GHz)
 Power Input: 13-15V DC at 2.2A max
 Power Connector: Included adapter
 Antenna Connectors: 4 external SMA (for video receivers) and 1 external RPSMA (for
telemetry)
 LCD Display: Backlit by LED, 2 line 20 character per line display
 Buttons: 3 (2 Navigation & 1 Power/Select)
 Quad Antenna Activity LEDs
 USB-B Jack for embedded Telemetry Transceiver and Video Capture Device
Dragan View Software
 Provides Real Time Video
 Provides Real Time Telemetry
 Provides remote configuration of Draganflyer X8

94. Wireless Video Base Station

95. Exterior Dimensions
 Length: 44.5cm
 Width: 30.5cm
 Height Without Legs: 18.4cm
 Height With Legs: 62 to 126cm
Interior Storage For
 DraganEye Pro 5.8GHz Quad Diversity Wireless Video Receiver
 4 Base Station Telescoping Legs
 2 Transmitters (2nd Transmitter is Optional)
 2 Optional Extra Batteries
 Vuzix Eyewear
Weight
Empty Weight: 3.76kg (8.29lbs)
Full Weight: 7kg (15.4lbs) *Approximate

96. Case Information
 Military Grade ABS Case
 Color: Black
 Latch Type: Double Throw
 Seal Type: O-Ring
 Valve Type: Automatic Pressure Equalization
 Padded ABS Handle
 Pad Lock Loops
Case Contents
 Embedded Dragan Eye™ Pro 5.8GHz Quad Diversity Wireless Video Receiver
 Two 5.8 GHz Flat Patch Antennas for Wireless Video with Adjustable Mounts
 One Internal and One External 5.8GHz Dipole Antenna for Wireless Video with SMA Mounts
 One 2.4GHz Dipole Antenna for Telemetry with RPSMA Mount
 Lithium Polymer Battery Power Supply (does not power computer)
 Four Legs to Convert Case to Laptop Platform. Legs extend to 107cm

97. Wireless Video Receiver
 Embedded Dragan Eye™ Pro 5.8GHz Quad Diversity Wireless Video Receiver
 Integrated Telemetry Transceiver
 Integrated Video Capture Device
 Receivers: Quad
 Frequency: 5.8GHz
 Channels: 7 (5.740, 5.760, 5.780, 5.800, 5.820, 5.840, 5.860GHz)
 Power Input: 13.5-16.8V DC
 Power Connector: 2.1mm Barrel Jack
 Power Supply: Lithium Polymer Battery
 Antenna Connectors: 5 (3 External 5.8GHz SMA, 1 Internal 5.8GHz SMA, 1 External
2.4GHz RPSMA)
 A/V Connectors: 2 3.5mm AV Jacks (Video + Stereo Audio)
 LCD Display: Backlit by LED, 2x20 Characters, 6.1x1.5cm (2.4x0.6in)
 Buttons: 3 (2 Navigation & 1 Power/Select)
 Quad Antenna Activity LEDs
 USB Mini-B Jack for embedded Telemetry Transceiver, & Video Capture Device

98. Dragan View Software

99. Dragan View Software Minimum Computer System Requirements
Operating System
Microsoft Windows XP SP3, or Vista or 7
CPU
Intel Core2, 1.8GHz, or AMD Athlon 64, 2.4GHz
Ram
1GB (Windows XP) &1.5GB (Windows Vista)
Free Hard Drive Space
1GB for the base install including prerequisites.
* Saving video, data logs, and flight databases will require additional space.
Video Card
NVidia Geforce 6200, or ATI Radeon 9550
Video Capture Device: Included with Wireless Video Base Station
DirectX Version: 9.0 or higher
NET Framework: Version 3.5 or higher
* Downloads automatically with our installer
Internet Connection: Required for software installation and updates. Not required for normal use

100. Tool Kit
Exterior Dimensions
Length: 23cm (9in)
Width: 15cm (6in)
Depth: 11cm (4.25in)
Interior Dimensions
Length: 20cm (7.9in)
Width: 12cm (4.7in)
Depth: 10cm (4in)
Weight
Empty Weight: 3.76kg (8.29lbs)
Full Weight: 7kg (15.4lbs) *Approximate
Case Information
Military Grade Underwater Kinetics™ Case
Color: Black with Transparent Lid
Latch Type: Clip Latch
Seal Type: O-Ring
Valve Type: Automatic Pressure Equalization
Holds
Rotor Removal Tool
Hex Drivers
Nut Driver
O-Rings
Fuses
Fasteners

101. All prices are subject to change with out notice

102. Draganflyer Training
Requirements for Training
The following steps are required knowledge prior to training day:
• We suggest that you have a minimum of 2 hours of flight time with a small electric CO AXIAL helicopter
($99.95 USD) to familiarize yourself with the concepts of Roll, Pitch, Yaw and Throttle.
• We suggest that your follow our CO AXIAL helicopter training guide during your 2 hours of flight time.
Your Training Day Itinerary
 Theory of flight
 Safety & Documentation
 Weather & Environment
 Battery Care & Use
 Transmitter Overview
 Helicopter Overview
 Setup & Calibration
 Warnings Audible & Visual
 Flight Training - Instructor/student guided flight, solo/student flight
 Student Flight Test

103. Applications at a Glance
• Industrial applications
Construction Project Management Industrial Construction

104. • Industrial applications
Pipeline / Hydro-Transmission Line Inspection Road and Highway Maintenance

105. • research and education.
Aerial Archaeology Environmental Assessment

106. • research and education.
Geological Exploration

107. • Aerial Photography & Video
Wildlife Photography Commercial Promotion

108. • Aerial Photography & Video
Professional Photography Golf Course Promotion

109. • Government applications
Crime Scene Investigation and Gathering Evidence Traffic Accident Investigation

110. • Government applications
Traffic Patrol Assistance and Traffic Congestion Analysis Explosive Ordnance Disposal

111. • Government applications
Crime Scene Evidence Gathering Crowd Control Applications

112. • Government applications
Fire
Disaster Response

113. • Military Tactical Surveillance

120. Questions??
Discussion!!
Suggestions!!
Criticism!!
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