SHARK-X DRONE User Manual for SharkX V8:20220304 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.
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SharkX Table of Contents 1. Preface .................................................................................6 1.1. User Experience Requirements ...................................................................6 1.2. Conventions Used in This Manual ...............................................................6 1.3. Explanation of Safety Warnings ..................................................................7 1.4. Read, Understand and Retain Instructions ...............................
.3. Start the Controller .....................................................................................18 4.4. Connect the SharkX to Your Mobile Device ..............................................18 4.5. Calibrate the Compass ...............................................................................19 4.6. Preflight Check List: ...................................................................................24 4.7. Controller Interface ..............................................
8. FCC Compliance ................................................................36 8.1. SharkX _FCC Compliance ..........................................................................36 8.2. SharkX Remote Controller _FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR) .........
1. Preface ***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. 1.1.
1.3. Explanation of Safety Warnings Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury. Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury. Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Notice indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related. 1.4.
subsequent users of the product. The manufacturer is not liable for cases of material damage or personal injury caused by incorrect handling or non-compliance with the safety instructions. In such cases, the warranty will be voided. 1.5. Obtaining Documentation and Information 1.5.1. Internet The latest version of the documentation, as well as video tutorials, is available at the following address: www.rippton.com/tutorial or Rippton’s official YouTube channel. 1.5.2.
2. Description of the Product 2.1. Intended Use and Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse The SharkX is intended to be used as a drone for professional sea fishing purposes, such as: • Flying and releasing the fishing line to the desired location. The product should be used in open areas on the beach, above the sea, with no obstacles and should always stay within the sight of its user. The product is intended to carry a maximum payload of 3 kg. The SharkX is NOT intended for: • Indoor use.
2.2. Process Overview The SharkX is a drone for professional fishing purposes. It consists of a drone (with built-in fishing line release mechanism), a controller, mobile device clamp. Flight data is automatically recorded on to the internal storage of the SharkX. This includes flight telemetry and SharkX status information. The SharkX has a fishing line release mechanism which can easily perform accurate fishing line release. Your fishing line can be attached to the fishing line release mechanism.
2.3. Technical Data Parameter Unit SharkX Device Name SHARK-X 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.
Radio Technology Wi-Fi Data Transmission Controller Spread Spectrum Wireless SharkX Battery Capacity 6,000 mAh Battery Type LI – PO 2.4. Product Compliance This product complies with all relevant Australia & New Zealand Directives. 2.5.
2.5.1. SharkX 2.5.2.
3. Preparation and Installation • Handle, lift, carry and transport the product with great care to prevent it from being damaged. 3.1. Unpack the Package and Check the Contents The package should fully contain the following items: 3.2. Conditions before Assembling the SharkX 3.2.1. Make sure you have downloaded and installed the Rippton App from the Google Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Apps or App Store. Register as a Rippton App user. 3.2.2.
3.3. Installation of the SharkX Notice please refer to step 6.2.
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4. Operations & Use 4.1. Check before Using the SharkX 4.1.1. Minimum space needed Ensure there are no people or any other obstacles within a range of 20 meters before you start flying in order to avoid possible injury or damage. Only use the product in open areas on the beach and above the sea. 4.1.2.
4.3. Start the Controller Long press the ‘POWER’ button, the controller will vibrate and beep, and then the screen lights on. 4.4.
4.5. Calibrate the Compass The compass needs to be calibrated in the following situations: • When you use the SharkX for the first time. • When you fly at a new place. • When the SharkX has not been used for more than one month. DO NOT calibrate the compass in the presence of a strong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcements underground. DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration, such as mobile phones.
4.5.3. Tap the Compass ‘CALIBRATE’ icon and enter the compass calibration interface. 4.5.4. Following the audio instructions, hold the drone horizontally with its nose outwards and complete the horizontal calibration. And then hold the drone vertically with its nose downwards and complete the compass calibration.
Notice calibrate the compass when there are no less than 15 satellites SharkX Indicator Status of Horizontal Calibration: Calibration SharkX GPS Signal Horizontal Horizontal Process Turned On Received Calibration Ready Calibration Completed Color Flashing Front- red Rear- blue Flashing Front- red Rear- green Flashing Front- red Rear- yellow Flashing Front- red Rear- yellow Flashing SharkX Indicator Status of Vertical Calibration: Calibration Process Vertically Calibration Ready Vertical Cal
To calibrate the IMU : IMU calibration is only required after a crash or a repair. 4.5.5. Repeat step 4.5.2 and enter ‘COMMON SETTINGS’. Tap the lower ‘CALIBRATE’ icon. Enter the IMU calibration interface.
4.5.6. Place the SharkX on the horizontal ground. Tap ‘Continue’. IMU calibration will be completed automatically. Notice if the SharkX appears forward or backward shift during flight, re-calibrate the compass. If problem still exists, contact local distributor/dealer and seek help. Notice after completing calibrating the compass and IMU, turn off the drone and place it on the level ground where you desire to take off the SharkX. And then restart the drone, the controller and the Rippton App. 4.6.
4.7. Controller Interface 4.8. Take off the SharkX via the Controller 4.8.1. Switch the flight mode to Pos Hold It’s recommended to set the drone on Pos Hold mode at all times. Alt Hold mode is for professional drone pilot only. Notice when both joysticks are centered, if on Pos Hold mode, the drone will hover at the current position, and if on Alt Hold mode, the drone might get pushed away from the current position by wind.
4.8.2. Unlock the SharkX Push the left joystick to the lower right corner and hold until the controller beeps, the lock icon disappears on the controller screen and then all propellers start rotating, which means the drone has been unlocked. Slowly push the left joystick back to the center and the SharkX is ready to take off.
4.8.3. Take off the SharkX Push the left joystick up gently to take off the SharkX. 4.9. Control the SharkX 4.9.1. Vertical flight • Push the left joystick up to ascend and down to descend. Always push the joystick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation changes. • Moving the left joystick left and right adjusts the direction of the drone nose. Push the left joystick left to rotate the SharkX counter-clockwise and right to rotate the SharkX clockwise. 4.9.2.
4.10. Return & Land the SharkX Manually via Controller 4.10.1. Use the joysticks to return the SharkX to the desired landing spot. 4.10.2. Push the left joystick down gently. The SharkX will descend to the height of 5 meters and hover a short while before landing safely on the ground. And then push the left joystick to the lower left corner and hold until the controller beeps, the lock icon shows on the controller screen and all propellers stop rotating, which means the SharkX has been locked.
4.11. Return & Land the SharkX Automatically via Controller 4.11.1. Short press the ‘RTL’ button on the controller until ‘RTL’ shows on the controller screen and the controller beeps. 4.11.2. The SharkX will start flying to the HOME point, descend to the height of 10 meters and hover a short while before landing safely on the ground. After landing, the SharkX will get locked automatically. 4.12. Cancel RTL 4.12.1. Toggle the lever to ‘Alt Hold’ and then back to ‘Pos Hold’ on the controller.
4.13.1. Attach the fishing line Notice recommended not to attach the fishing line when the SharkX is hanging in the air to avoid accidents 4.13.2. Fly the SharkX to the desired fishing spot and press the ‘Hook Release’ button on the controller to cast the fishing line. 5. Maintenance 5.1. Take Care of the SharkX 5.1.1. Cleaning, disinfecting and rinsing 30 • The controller cannot be washed with water, but it can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
5.1.2. Storing the SharkX during intervals of normal use • Make sure that everything works properly before storing the product. • Disassemble the propellers. • Put the product in its original packaging. • Store the product within a temperature range of 5°C to 40°C and with a relative humidity of max. 50% at +40°C. • Take out the SharkX battery.
5.3. Charge the Controller 5.3.1. Connect the charger with the controller, and insert the plug into the power supply. The charging time is approx. 3.5 hours. Notice always charge the controller when the temperature is between 10°C and 45°C. The charger will stop charging if the temperature is not within this range. The charger should be only used for charging the SharkX remote controller. Do not use it to charge other devices such as a laptop. 5.4. Inspect the Product 5.4.1.
5.5. After-sales Information Visit the following pages to learn more about after-sales policy and warranty information. https://www.rippton.
6. Troubleshooting and Repair 6.1. Identify and Solve Problems Error Possible Cause Solution Product does not start Empty battery Charge the battery Motors do not function Empty battery Charge the battery Propeller(s) malfunction Broken propeller(s) Replace the propeller(s) 6.2. Replacing the Propellers 6.2.1. Disassemble the propellers 6.2.2. Please refer to step 3.3 to install the propellers.
7. Disposal 7.1. Disposal of Electronic Components The symbol on the product, the accessories and packaging indicate that this device must not be treated as unsorted municipal waste but must be collected separately. Dispose of the device via a collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment if you live within the EU and in other European countries that operate separate collection systems for waste electrical and electronic equipment.
8. FCC Compliance 8.1. SharkX _FCC Compliance 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.
8.2. SharkX Remote Controller _FCC RF Exposure Information (SAR) This device meets the government's requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The exposure standard for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg.
