Aibot X6

User Manual

Version 5.0

English

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Aibot X6, Introduction 2

Introduction

Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of the Aibot X6.

This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up 

the product and operating it. Refer to "1 Safety Directions" for further information.

Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.

 Keep for future reference!

Product identificationThe type and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.

Always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Aibotix 

GmbH authorised service workshop.

Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:

Trademarks • CompactFlash and CF are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation

• Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Available 

documentation

The documents in the following list are provided in print format. Read and follow the 

instructions in these documents.

Type Description

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended 

use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended 

use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate 

injury.

NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended 

use which, if not avoided, may result in appreciable material, 

financial and environmental damage.

 Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as 

they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and 

efficient manner.

Name Description/Format

Aibot X6 User Manual All instructions required in order to operate the product to 

a basic level are contained in the Aibot X6 User Manual. 

Provides an overview of the product together with technical 

data and safety directions.

AiProFlight User Manual All instructions required in order to operate the provided 

software are contained in AiProFlight User Manual.

RC Transmitter User 

Manual

All instructions required for a safe use of the RC Transmitter. 

All functions and controls are product-specific and explained 

in the Aibot X6 User Manual.

Battery Safety Sheet All instructions and safety directions in order to operate and 

handle the provided batteries.

Battery Charger User 

Manual

All instructions and safety directions in order to operate and 

handle the provided Battery Charger.

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Refer to the following resources for documentation/software:

• http://www.aibotix.com

Terms and abbreviationsThe following terms and abbreviations can be found in this manual:

Power Supply Unit User 

Manual

All instructions and safety directions in order to operate and 

handle the provided Power Supply Unit.

Package Information 

Leaflet

Contains a list of delivery container contents.

Training Copter User 

Manual

All instructions and safety directions in order to operate and 

handle the provided Training Copter.

Name Description/Format

Term Description

AGL Above Ground Level

CFK Carbon Fiber

CH Coming Home

GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System

GPS Global Positioning System

GS Ground Speed

ISA International Standard Atmosphere

LiPo Lithium Polymer

LV Live Video

LVP Live Video Package

NN Normal Null

OAT Outside Air Temperature

PH Position Hold

POI Point of Interest

RC Radio Control

RF

TAS True Airspeed

VNE Velocity Never Exceed

WP Waypoint

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Aibot X6, Table of Contents 4

Table of Contents

In this manual Chapter Page

1 Safety Directions 6

1.1 General Introduction 6

1.2 Definition of Use 7

1.3 Limits of Use 7

1.4 Responsibilities 8

1.5 Hazards of Use 8

1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 10

2 Description of the System 12

2.1 Container Contents 12

2.2 Aibot X6 12

2.2.1 General 12

2.2.2 Dimensions 12

2.3 RC Transmitter 13

2.3.1 General about the RC Transmitter 13

2.3.2 Configuration of the RC Transmitter 13

2.3.3 Linking the RC Transmitter 13

2.3.4 Controls 14

2.4 Battery charger 16

3 Operation 17

3.1 Ground handling 17

3.1.1 To do at the day before flight execution 17

3.1.2 Assembly of the system 18

3.1.3 Propellers 20

3.1.4 Charging the batteries 21

3.1.5 Transfer software to the Aibot X6 21

3.1.6 Preparation of the launch site 21

3.1.7 Calibration 21

3.1.8 Pre-Flight Check 22

3.2 General Limitations 23

3.2.1 Radio Signal 23

3.2.2 Airspeed 23

3.2.3 Temperatures 24

3.2.4 Engine and engine controller 24

3.2.5 Payload and Weight 24

3.2.6 Center of Gravity 25

3.2.7 Flight and manoeuvre 25

3.2.8 Operation type 25

3.2.9 Wind 25

3.2.10 Flight execution at strong winds 25

3.2.11 Maximum flight time 26

3.2.12 Maximum Flight Distance 27

3.2.13 Flight execution in rain 27

3.3 Safety Features 28

3.3.1 Status LEDs 28

3.3.2 Acoustic Buzzer 28

3.3.3 Voice Response 29

3.3.4 Assist Mode 30

3.3.5 Start Prevention System 30

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3.3.6 Automatic Safety Landing 31

3.3.7 GPS Cage 32

3.3.8 Minimum Altitude 32

3.3.9 Care Free Mode 33

3.3.10 Failsafe Mode 33

3.4 Normal Procedures Manual Mode 34

3.4.1 Take-Off 34

3.4.2 Climb 34

3.4.3 Descent 35

3.4.4 Landing 35

3.4.5 Abort Landing 36

3.5 Normal Procedures Assist Mode 37

3.5.1 Take-Off 37

3.5.2 Climb 37

3.5.3 Descent 38

3.5.4 Landing 38

3.5.5 Dynamic Position Hold 39

3.5.6 Waypoint Flight 39

3.5.7 Point of Interest 40

3.5.8 Coming Home 41

3.6 Abnormal and Emergency Procedures 42

3.6.1 Disturbance Magnetic Field 42

3.6.2 Disturbance GPS 43

3.6.3 Battery Warning 43

3.6.4 Failure of ultrasonic sensors 44

3.6.5 Lost connection to the Aibot X6 45

3.6.6 Unfamiliar Noise 45

3.6.7 Ditching - emergency landing on water 46

3.6.8 Lost Eye Contact 46

3.6.9 Unknown Orientation of the Aibot 47

3.6.10 Incident Report 47

4 Care and Transport 48

4.1 Transport 48

4.2 Storage 48

4.3 Cleaning and Drying 48

4.4 Maintenance Plan 48

4.5 Service Intervals 48

5 Accessories 49

5.1 Camera Gimbal 49

5.2 On-top Mount 49

5.3 Camera Connection 50

5.4 Live Video Camera 50

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5.5 Geo Box 51
Aibot X6, Safety Directions 6

1 Safety Directions

1.1 General Introduction

Description The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the 

person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.

The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these 

directions and adhere to them.

About Warning 

Messages

Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the instrument. They 

appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur.

Warning messages...

• make the user alert about direct and indirect hazards concerning the use of the 

product.

• contain general rules of behaviour. 

For the users‘ safety, all safety instructions and safety messages shall be strictly 

observed and followed! Therefore, the manual must always be available to all persons 

performing any tasks described herein.

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardized signal words for identifying levels of hazards and risks related to personal injury and property damage. For 

your safety it is important to read and fully understand the table below with the 

different signal words and their definitions! Supplementary safety information 

symbols may be placed within a warning message as well as supplementary text.

Type Description

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended 

use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended 

use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate 

injury.

NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended 

use which, if not avoided, may result in appreciable material, 

financial and environmental damage.

 Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as 

they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and 

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1.2 Definition of Use

Intended use • Surveying (cartography, construction sites, highway construction, etc.).

• Remote Sensing (land use, environment, biodiversity, change detection, etc.).

• Monitoring (land-slips, agriculture, disaster management, etc.).

• Publicity (panoramic views, specific objects etc.).

• Capturing and recording images.

• Measuring raw data and computing coordinates using carrier phase and code signal 

from GNSS satellites (GNSS Systems).

Reasonably foreseeable misuse• Use of the product without instruction.

• Use outside of the intended use and limits.

• Disabling safety systems.

• Removal of hazard notices.

• Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this is permitted 

for certain functions.

• Modification or conversion of the product.

• Use after misappropriation.

• Inadequate safeguards at the working site.

• Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval 

of Aibotix GmbH.

• Use of products with obvious damages or defects.

1.3 Limits of Use

Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not 

suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments.

DANGER Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in 

hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations by the person 

in charge of the product.

Legal Regulations It is the sole responsibility of the user who operates the system to provide for correct 

registration and compliance of the legal regulations for the system at the location of 

the flight execution.

The legal use of the following system components must be checked before flight 

execution:

• Aibot X6 Flight System

• RC Transmitter

• Video Transmitter

• Interface for telemetry data

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1.4 Responsibilities

Manufacturer of 

the product

Aibotix GmbH, 34131 Kassel, Germany, hereinafter referred to as Aibotix, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in 

a safe condition.

Person responsible 

for the product

The person responsible for the product has the following duties:

• To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of 

e.g. radio transmitters or lasers are respected.

• To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the 

user manual.

• To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions.

• To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention.

• To inform Aibotix GmbH immediately if the product and the application becomes 

unsafe.

1.5 Hazards of Use

General The Aibot X6 may only be operated after instruction, training and certification by a 

trained professional, regardless which mode of use or configuration is selected.

Despite of all automatic functions and safety technology, the pilot is the sole responsible person for the safe flight and the final take-off decision. 

Any automatic function is based on the analysis of the output data of several sensors, 

for example compass, GPS or barometer. These sensors may provide inaccurate or 

wrong values through external effects, for example disturbances/ abnormities in the 

magnetic field of the earth or GPS-shadowing. If you discover this kind of disturbance 

during a flight in GPS-mode, immediately switch to manual mode to operate the Aibot 

X6 manually.

WiFi interference The Aibot X6 may not carry any WiFi enabled equipment. This restriction includes cellphones or similar devices.

Anything operating wirelessly on other frequencies may only be used with the express 

written consent of Aibotix GmbH. If you ignore this warning, any warranty will be void. 

Many modern cameras are equipped with WiFi capabilities. 

The WiFi capabilities of the accessories must be checked beforehand and turned off 

during flight. If you experience any difficulties, contact Aibotix GmbH.

DANGER Rotating Blades

Risk of serious injuries due to cut-off or crushing fingers. 

Precautions:

• Keep away from blades while in operation mode.

• Disconnect the battery before working at the blades.

DANGER Crash due to a general malfunction.

Risk of serious injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions:

• Do not fly above humans.

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• Do not fly above dangerous places like freeways.
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DANGER Crash due to interfering signals.

Interfering signals can lead to malfunction of the device. Risk of serious injuries and 

damages because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Do not fly in the vicinity of airports, military installations or strong transmitters. 

• To avoid interference, maintain a minimum distance of 5 kilometres from these 

areas.

DANGER Crash due to limited operation time.

The operation time of the battery is limited. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Always monitor the capacity of the battery. 

• Respect the warning signals for low battery.

• Keep in mind to plan an energy reserve for coming home and landing.

• Refer to Technical Data.......

DANGER Crash due to own downwash.

The device can get in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

• Descend in spiral movement or in a zig-zag motion.

DANGER Crash due to head winds near ground.

Head winds of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious injuries 

and damages because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Be aware of the head winds of your own rotor blades when flying near ground. 

DANGER Crash due to weak batteries at cold outdoor temperatures.

At cold outdoor temperatures, the batteries can not provide their full energy. Risk of 

serious injuries and damages because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Keep batteries warm before operating the device at low outdoor temperatures. 

WARNING Overheating Batteries

Risk of explosion or fire. 

Precautions:

• Protect batteries against high temperatures.

• Always use the provided battery charger.

WARNING Shortcircuit of battery

Risk of fire, electric shock and damage. 

Precautions:

• Do not open the battery.

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• Keep away any metallic or wet objects from the battery connectors.
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CAUTION Components may get hot while in operation and stay hot after operation.

Risk of burning injuries.

Precautions:

• Avoid touching hot components.

• Wait until hot components cool down after operation.

• Wear gloves if you have to touch them.

WARNING During dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of 

accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental conditions 

around, for example obstacles, excavations or traffic.

Precautions:

The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing 

dangers.

WARNING If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen:

• If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may impair health.

• If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and cause 

poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination.

• By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorised persons to 

use it in contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves and third parties to 

the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination.

Precautions:

1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC

Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product 

to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to 

other equipment.

WARNING Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment.

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in 

this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other 

equipment may be disturbed.

CAUTION There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is 

used with accessories from other manufacturers, for example field computers, 

personal computers or other electronic equipment, non-standard cables or external 

batteries.

Precautions:

Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Aibotix GmbH. When 

combined with the product, they meet the strict requirements stipulated by the guidelines and standards. When using computers or other electronic equipment, pay attention to the information about electromagnetic compatibility provided by the manufacturer.

The product must not be disposed with household waste.

Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national 

regulations in force in your country.

Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel.

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CAUTION Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measurements.

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in 

this respect, Aibotix GmbH cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product 

may be disturbed by intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.

Precautions:

Check the plausibility of results obtained under these conditions.

Radios or digital 

cellular phones

Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices:

WARNING Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment, in installations, in 

medical devices, for example pacemakers or hearing aids and in aircraft. It can also 

affect humans and animals.

Precautions:

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in 

this respect, Aibotix GmbH cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in the vicinity 

of filling stations or chemical installations, or in other areas where an explosion 

hazard exists.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices near to 

medical equipment.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in aircraft.

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2 Description of the System

2.1 Container Contents

Main components A package list with all components is enclosed in the transport case.

2.2 Aibot X6

2.2.1 General

General The Aibot X6 is an unmanned aerial vehicle. It comes with 6 electric powered rotor 

blades. The Aibot X6 is operated via a ground control unit and is able to fly in manual 

mode or automatic mode. The Aibot X6 serves as a mount for measuring instruments.

2.2.2 Dimensions

Aibot X6 dimensions

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2.3 RC Transmitter

2.3.1 General about the RC Transmitter

General Read and follow the provided RC Transmitter User Manual. This chapter provides additional product-specific information to operate the Aibot X6.

Charging Charging the RC transmitter with the included charger (4.2V/500mA) may take up to 

15 hours. Do not use third party chargers or plugs designed for other battery types. 

The transmitter must be turned off at the whole time of the charging process. Never 

switch on the transmitter while connected with the charger.

Safety Read and follow the RC transmitter manual and safety instructions provided on the 

USB flash drive and in print. 

Do not change the firmware or software; Aibotix GmbH accepts no liability for damage 

due to RC transmitter modification.

Trim The trim of the RC Transmitter may not be changed as this can lead to unfamiliar 

steering behaviour and crash. If you want to change the trim or if you changed the 

trim unintentionally, contact Aibotix GmbH. Aibotix GmbH has deactivated the adjustment of the trim by default.

2.3.2 Configuration of the RC Transmitter

Stick modes The RC Transmitter can be used in two different stick configurations. In Aibotix GmbH 

trainings and in all documents, stick mode 2 is used by standard. In stick mode 2 the 

throttle is on the left side of the remote. In stick mode 1 however the throttle is on 

the right side.

It is only allowed to operate the Aibot X6 in stick mode 2.

Before take-off check if flight mode 2 is selected.

1) Press the SET-key to open the general menu. 

2) Select the submenu base-set-up. 

3) Choose stick mode. 

4) Go to stick mode and select stick mode 2. 

2.3.3 Linking the RC Transmitter

Linking Before using the device, it is necessary to check if it is linked to the RC Transmitter in 

a proper way. If you cannot get a connection to the Aibot X6, you may have to link the 

RC Transmitter again.

1) Switch on the RC Transmitter

2) A box will appear asking whether to turn RF ON or OFF. To create a link to the Aibot 

X6, choose OFF and confirm with SET.

3) Press SET to enter the main menu.

4) Select "Base setup model" and confirm with SET again.

5) Navigate to "bind".

6) Turn on the Aibot X6 by plugging in the batteries.

7) Push and hold the link button. The link button is located on the bottom of the Aibot 

X6 near both antennas from the receiver.

8) After holding the link button on the Aibot X6 for at least 3 seconds, press SET on 

the RC transmitter while continuing to hold the link button. The linking is established now.

9) When "n/v" is replaced with "bind" on the RC transmitter, a link has been successfully established.

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2.3.4 Controls

Joysticks

Sliders

a) Yaw

b) Throttle

c) Pitch

d) Roll

a) Not used

b) Manual camera pitch function

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Toggle Switches

On-top controls

a) 3-way switch: TAKEOFF, FLY, LAND. For automatic take-off and landing.

b) 2-way-switch auto return. For special functions. 

c) 2-way-switch: ASSIST MODE ON or OFF. Automatic altitude control function. 

d) 2-way-switch lockable: Motor ON or OFF.

e) 2-way-switch lockable: CARE FREE ON or OFF. Assisted Orientation of the Aibot X6.

f) 2-way-switch: POI ON or OFF. Dynamic definition of a point of interest.

g) 2-way-switch. FLIGHT PLAN ON or OFF. Start or stop waypoint navigation.

h) 2-way-switch auto return. Manual triggering of a connected camera.

i) 3-way-switch: FREE, PH, CH. GPS position hold and coming home functions. 

a) Not used

b) Not used 

c) Not used 

d) Speaker

e) Antenna

f) Power ON or OFF.

g) Indicator lights

h) Not used

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i) Camera roll function
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2.4 Battery charger

Overview

General battery 

Information

The Aibot X6 uses lithium polymer rechargeable batteries (LiPos).The used LiPo type 

is a five cell battery. Each LiPo cell has a nominal voltage of 3.7 volts. A five cell battery 

has a nominal voltage of 18.5 volts.

• Lowest Voltage: 16.5 V - empty battery

• Maximum Voltage: 21 V - fully charged battery

Do only use the batteries provided by Aibotix. Read and follow the enclosed Battery 

Safety Sheet as well.

a) Power supply unit

b) Battery charger

c) Battery balancer

d) Battery

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3 Operation

3.1 Ground handling

3.1.1 To do at the day before flight execution

General

motors and propellers

Gimbal

Housing

Battery

RC Transmitter

Description Action

Flight permissions Checked

Weather conditions Checked

Launch site Checked for obstacles, local wind influences, safety, magnetic disturbances, 

radio disturbances

Description Action

Motors Mounted tight, smooth operation, no 

noises 

Propeller Without damages, move freely, mounted 

tight

Description Action

Gear wheels Without damages

Camera screw Existing

Overall condition Visual inspection

Description Action

Housing Visual inspection

Screws Existing and tightened

Antennas Visual inspection

Cable plugs Checked

Battery mount Mounted tight

Motor mounts Mounted tight

Landing skid Visual inspection, no damages

Ultrasonic sensors No dirt, free field of view

Weight, payload and center of gravity Checked

Description Action

Overall condition Visual inspection

State of charge Checked fully charged, 

single cells balanced

Description Action

Overall condition Visual inspection

Control sticks Move freely, no damages

Toggle switches Move freely

Antenna Visual inspection

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3.1.2 Assembly of the system

Inserting the 

batteries

To insert the batteries, follow the steps below: 

1) Rotate the battery cover counter-clockwise. Lift the battery cover to open the 

battery compartment.

2) Loose the strap fastener.

3) Insert the batteries and tighten the strap fastener.

4) Connect the batteries with the Aibot X6.

5) Reattach the battery cover. Rotate the battery cover clockwise to close the battery 

compartment.

State of charge Checked fully charged

Description Action

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Mounting the 

telemetry antenna

To mount the telemetry antenna, follow the steps below: 

1) Rotate the battery cover counter-clockwise. Lift the battery cover to open the 

battery compartment.

2) Take out the telemetry antenna.

3) Reattach the battery cover. Rotate the battery cover clockwise to close the battery 

compartment.

4) Attach the telemetry antenna at the related thread between the propeller on the 

bottom of the Aibot X6.

5) Tighten the antenna by turning it clockwise.

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3.1.3 Propellers

Replace propellers Always use the provided torque wrench to fasten the propeller screw-nuts.

1) Make sure that the batteries are disconnected. 

2) Grab and secure the old propeller with one hand. 

3) With your other hand, loosen the screw-nut with the provided torque wrench. 

4) Dismount the old propeller and bring a new propeller onto the drive shaft. 

5) The two pins of the propeller must be fitted in the holes, so that the propeller has 

a full contact. 

6) Grab and secure the propeller with one hand. 

7) With your other hand, fasten the screw-nut with the provided torque wrench. 

8) Repeat the previous steps for all other propellers you want to change.

Check propellers To check proper mount of the propellers, follow the steps below.

Always use the provided torque wrench to fasten the propeller screw-nuts.

1) Make sure that the batteries are disconnected. 

2) Grab and secure the propeller with one hand. 

3) With your other hand fasten the screw-nut with the provided torque wrench. 

4) Repeat the previous steps for all 6 propellers.

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3.1.4 Charging the batteries

Balance the 

batteries

To ensure safe use, each cell must be balanced within the battery. Testing can be done 

with the included battery tester. When connected, the voltage of each cell is displayed 

in a row. Every cell must have a voltage of at least 4.0 volts. The difference between 

the individual cells must not be more than 0.08 volts. For example:

• cell 1: 4.15 V

• cell 2: 4.19 V

• cell 3: 4.17 V

• cell 4: 4.14 V

• cell 5: 4.18 V

• total: 20.83 V

Charging the 

batteries

A battery charger for the LiPo batteries is included in your delivery. The battery charger 

allows the charging of four batteries at once. A power supply unit powers the battery 

charger. All needed cables are included.

CAUTION Risk of short circuit 

Precautions:

Always first attach the charging cable to the battery charger until attach the charging 

cable to the battery.

To charge the batteries:

1) Connect the power supply unit to the electric source.

2) Connect the battery charger to the power supply unit.

3) Attach the charging cable and the balancer adapter to the battery charger.

4) Attach the battery to the balancer adapter and charging cable.

3.1.5 Transfer software to the Aibot X6

Connection To run a software update, the Aibot X6 can be connected with a computer by the 

provided cable. 

Refer to AiProFlight Manual for further information. 

3.1.6 Preparation of the launch site

Requirements In order to evaluate and chose a proper take-off and landing area, the following points 

must be taken care off: 

• The launch pad has to be flat, mown and a hard surfaced area. Not more than 15° 

of inclination is allowed. 

• The area must be free from any obstacles. 

• Secure the launch area with a safety band or banner. For safety reasons, make sure 

that only authorized staff have access.

• Consider the wind direction, emergency landing field, mission field and the whole 

environment. Make sure you can finish your mission safely without being a hazard 

for any people, buildings, animals or yourself.

3.1.7 Calibration

Calibration A calibration is required every time when the launch site changes. 

1) Always perform the calibration outside. Stay as far away from magnetically conductive surfaces as possible.

2) Make sure the Aibot X6 is aligned north, the display will show 0° at Z. 

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3) To start the calibration, pull the function switch and push the right stick to the top 

left corner.

4) All Status LEDs have to blink green. You now have 2 minutes time to calibrate the 

Aibot X6. 

5) Turn the Aibot X6 3 times around its own lateral axis.

6) Turn the Aibot X6 90° around its vertical axis. 

7) Turn the Aibot X6 3 times around its longitudinal axis and place it on the ground.

8) To finish the calibration, pull the function switch and push the right stick in the 

upper right corner. 

9) Check if all Status LEDs have gone over to their regular state.

10)The calibration is successful if no errors occurred. 

3.1.8 Pre-Flight Check

Pre-Flight Check 

List

CAUTION Automatic system check

Until power up the Aibot X6 needs 60 to 90 seconds to perform an automatic system 

check and a calibration. Do not move the Aibot X6 in that time.

In the mean time the following checks can be done:

Description Action

Take-Off and landing area Take the beforehand evaluated launch 

site.

Propeller Check propeller screws for tight mount. 

Use the provided torque wrench.

Payload Attached, switched on and configured.

RC transmitter Power ON.

HF ON

State of charge RC transmitter Checked

Function of controls Stick Mode 2

Antenna RC transmitter Orientated correctly.

Batteries Attached and plugged in.

Description Action

Toggle switch telemetry Switched ON

state of charge batteries Checked fully charged

GPS signal At least 6 satellites available

Magnetic strength No malfunctions

Waypoint flight (if used) Mission plan loaded 

Take-Off area and landing area Area free from any obstacles

Orientation of Aibot X6 Checked

Airspace control Checked

Wind conditions Checked

DRAFT

Case of emergency Be aware of
Aibot X6, Operation 23

3.2 General Limitations

3.2.1 Radio Signal

Limitation A payload attached to the Aibot X6 is not allowed to send out any radio signals, unless 

explicitly authorized by Aibotix GmbH. this especially applies to camera devices with 

WiFi or bluetooth connections. Check before flight execution, that any payload does 

not send disturbing signals. 

CAUTION Limited range of RC transmitter

The maximum range of the RC transmitter is strongly depending on external conditions, antennas or the condition of sending and receiving device.

RC transmitter MC-32 data

Wi232 (optional, wireless computer connection)

LVP transmitter (optional, live video transfer)

3.2.2 Airspeed

Limitation The maximum true airspeed (TAS) of the Aibot X6 is limited. Do never fly above this 

limitation.

Frequency 2.4 - 2.4835 GHz

transmitter power 100 mW

range up to 4000m

Frequency 868 - 870 MHz

transmitter power 32 mW

range up to 1500m

Frequency 5.8 GHz

transmitter power 25 mW

range up to 500m

Never exceeded speed (VNE) 16 m/s

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 24

3.2.3 Temperatures

Limitation The operation temperatures are limited. Take care about the following limitations. 

Aibot X6

Batteries

3.2.4 Engine and engine controller

Limitation The engine and engine controller operation is limited. Take care about the following 

limitations. 

Engine controller (per engine)

Engines

Engines are not allowed to operate in permanent wet conditions.

Propeller

Due to design and construction, the maximum rotation speed cannot be exceeded in 

normal operation.

3.2.5 Payload and Weight

Limitation

CAUTION Limited payload

The specified data refer to the ICAO conditions for standard atmosphere (ISA). Do 

never exceed the maximum take-off weight as it may cause an overload of the Aibot 

X6. 

Outside air temperature (OAT) -20°C to +40°C

Operation temperature -20°C to +60°C

Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C

Charging temperatures 0°C to +45°C

permanent current consumption 30 A

short-term current consumption 60 A (no longer than 20 seconds)

choke temperature 100° C

Maximum rotation speed 11.000 rpm

Deadweight 3400 g +/- 2%

Maximum take-off weight 6600 g

Maximum payload at the camera gimbal 2000 g

Maximum payload at the on-top mount 650 g

DRAFT

Maximum payload 3200 g (incl. batteries)
Aibot X6, Operation 25

3.2.6 Center of Gravity

Limitation Only from Aibotix GmbH approved accessories are allowed, to ensure a safe operation 

regarding the center of gravity.

Always contact Aibotix GmbH service for the permission of other accessories.

3.2.7 Flight and manoeuvre

Limitation Aerobatics are dangerous and not allowed.

Never shut off the engines during flight execution. Exception: to avoid dangers to 

humans and collateral damages in a case of emergency.

Never perform permanent manoeuvres at maximum airspeed.

Never perform a flight execution in icing conditions.

Never operate the Aibot X6 above 3000 m density altitude.

3.2.8 Operation type

Limitation The Aibot X6 is only allowed to operate under visual flight rules (VFR), on daylight.

3.2.9 Wind

Limitation Never operate the Aibot X6 when winds stronger than the following limitations occur.

3.2.10 Flight execution at strong winds

Limitation Flight executions at strong winds near the maximum allowed wind speed are only 

allowed for experienced pilots. The behaviour of the Aibot X6 changes. Be aware of 

lower flight time and unusual stability.

At automatic take-off and automatic landing procedure, large manual commands may 

be necessary.

WARNING Other behaviour of the Aibot X6

The behaviour of an Aibot X6 operated at the limit is different than in normal operation. 

Manual flight mode 10 m/s

GPS-assisted flight mode 8 m/s

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 26

3.2.11 Maximum flight time

Limitation The specified data refer to the ICAO conditions for standard atmosphere (ISA) with as 

new battery. 

WARNING Limited operation time

The operation time of a battery-powered device is limited. 

Precautions:

Always monitor the battery power.

Keep in mind to plan a reserve for coming home and landing

WARNING Mental fatigue of the operator

The operation of a Aibot X6 causes considerable mental fatigue. Failure to observe 

these precautions may cause the operator to lose concentration and lead to an accident.

Precautions:

Do not fly longer than 2 hours at a time, without taking a rest.

Do not fly with poor health.

a) Take-Off weight

b) Flight time under ISA conditions

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 27

3.2.12 Maximum Flight Distance

Limitation The specified data refer to the ICAO conditions for standard atmosphere (ISA) with as 

new battery and a battery reserve of 4 minutes. 

WARNING Limited operation time

The operation time of a battery-powered device is limited. 

Precautions:

Always monitor the battery power.

Keep in mind to plan a reserve for coming home and landing

WARNING Mental fatigue of the operator

The operation of a Aibot X6 causes considerable mental fatigue. Failure to observe 

these precautions may cause the operator to lose concentration and lead to an accident.

Precautions:

Do not fly longer than 2 hours at a time, without taking a rest.

Do not fly with poor health.

3.2.13 Flight execution in rain

Limitation Flight execution in light rain are possible, but not recommended. Flight execution at 

strong rain is not allowed.

Store the Aibot X6 at a dry and warm location after a flight execution in rain.

Due to local regulations a flight execution in rain may not be allowed in general. Always 

follow the rules of local approvals.

a) Take-Off weight

b) Flight distance under ISA conditions

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 28

3.3 Safety Features

3.3.1 Status LEDs

Safety Features The Aibot X6 has 6 multi-colored status LEDs mounted on the bottom between the 

propellers. The Status LEDs show the orientation and can display warning signals.

Signals

3.3.2 Acoustic Buzzer

Safety Features The Aibot X6 has an acoustic buzzer mounted on the bottom between the propellers. 

If a an abnormal situation occurs, the acoustic buzzer puts out a warning signal.

a) Front LEDs

b) Right LED

c) Rear LEDs

d) Left LEDs

LED color Description

Front LED: flash green

Back LED: flash red

Normal operation

Right LEDs: flash blue

Left LEDs: flash blue

Signal lost

Right LEDs: flash white

Left LEDs: flash white

Battery warning, loss of battery power.

DRAFT

All LEDs: green Calibration of the magnetometer
Aibot X6, Operation 29

3.3.3 Voice Response

Safety Features The Aibot X6 has a voice response built into the RC transmitter. The following outputs 

can occur:

Signals

Voice Description Action

GPS on / off Pilot switches GPS ON / 

OFF.

Assist Mode on / off Pilot switches Assist Mode 

ON / OFF.

Waypoint flight activated Pilot started waypoint 

flight.

Waypoint flight completed Flight plan has been 

completed.

Switch off the flight plan 

and take over Aibot X6.

Auto-Land activated Pilot has activated auto 

landing.

Auto-Land completed Auto landing has been 

completed.

Flightmode aborted Automatic flight mode 

aborted by pilot.

Coming Home activated Coming Home activated by 

pilot.

Coming Home completed Coming Home has been 

completed.

Switch back to Position 

Hold or Free and take Aibot 

X6.

Battery is low Warning due to low battery 

voltage.

Descend immediately and 

start landing procedure. 

Failsafe activated / RC lost RC Connection lost. Try to re-establish the 

connection. Reduce 

distance to the Aibot X6.

Failsafe Landing activated Emergency landing due to 

low voltage has been triggered.

Monitor the landing procedure of the Aibot X6. Steer 

it to a safe landing spot.

GPS quality is low Current GPS signal is low. Switch GPS to free.

GPS fix lost GPS fix has been lost. Fly without GPS (switch GPS 

to free).

Magnetic field is low Magnetic field is low. Fly only with Care Free and 

GPS Off.

Magnetic field disturbed, 

GPS and CareFree turned 

off

Magnetic field is strongly 

disrupted. Care Free and 

GPS have been deactivated 

by the system.

Take the Aibot X6 over 

manually. Monitor the 

orientation of the Aibot X6. 

Care Free and GPS will not 

be activated by the system, 

this has to be done manually!

Hardware failure (Aibot on 

ground)

A hardware error has 

occurred.

Motors do not start, restart 

the Aibot X6. In case this 

error continues to occur 

contact the Aibotix Service.

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 30

3.3.4 Assist Mode

Safety Features The assist mode contains the automatic altitude hold function. Above two meters, an 

air pressure sensor is used to maintain height. The Aibot X6 may change the position 

if there are changes in air pressure. If there are obstacles above the Aibot X6, it is 

preferred to use manual mode. For example when inspecting the underside of a 

bridge.

As the assist mode makes extensive use of the sensors, it is important to consider 

some additional points:

• Make sure that the ultrasonic sensors located on the underside of the Aibot X6 are 

not covered or dirty.

• Check that nothing can loosen or shift during flight and interfere with the sensors.

• If an ultrasonic sensor is covered, a continuous climb can occur. In this case, the 

assisted flight must be aborted immediately, and the Aibot X6 must land manually.

• Changes in air pressure may make the assist mode change the altitude of the Aibot 

X6. For example when opening a door during an indoor flight execution.

3.3.5 Start Prevention System

Safety Features The Aibot X6 has a start prevention system to prevent the motors from starting 

without sufficient power. The system checks the current battery voltage. If the voltage 

is under a preset value, the Aibot X6 will not start. There is no extra warning if a start 

is prevented automatically. The pilot will receive an acoustic error signal.

This feature can be deactivated through the configuration. Aibotix does not assume 

any responsibility for crashes resulting because of depleted batteries or if the emergency feature has been deactivated.

Hardware failure, you have 

to land immediately. Please 

contact service

A severe hardware error 

has occurred. 

Land immediately and 

contact the Aibotix Service.

Distance measurement 

failure

At least one ultra-sonic 

sensor delivers bad values.

In case this error continues 

to occur, contact the 

Aibotix Service.

Cannot start the motors Motors cannot be started. 

Possible causes: 

- Aibot is not flight ready, 

check telemetry. 

- The pilot stated to take 

off in Position Hold mode 

without a GPS fix.

- Care Free is switched OFF. 

- Flight status switch is set 

to Take-Off. 

- Flightplan is active

- POI is active

 -Hardware error

Check the telemetry display 

and switch allocation. 

Voice Description Action

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 31

3.3.6 Automatic Safety Landing

Safety Features This safety feature is activated by default in manual mode, assist mode and waypoint 

mode. 

The RC transmitter emits a warning-signal (beep / blinking LEDs) as soon as the battery 

voltage drops below a preset value (refer to AiProFlight Manual). Depending on the 

flight altitude, the emergency landing will be executed after maximum 30 seconds (in 

a height of 20m). The higher the Aibot X6 is above ground, the earlier the emergency 

landing will be triggered. At a height of 100 m the Aibot X6 will immediately switch to 

emergency landing mode once the minimum voltage has been reached. The pilot can 

still command nick and roll in auto-landing-mode, although climbing is prevented 

unless the Aibot X6 is near the ground. 

If battery voltage rises above the preset value limit within the 10 seconds between 

warning-signal and auto-landing, the auto-landing will not take place.

The automatic safety landing is only a support function that increases the safety of 

the Aibot X6. Despite this feature, the pilot is responsible to monitor the battery 

power. Reduce the flight altitude in case the battery power drops to ensure a safe 

landing. Especially when extra payload is attached, the height must be reduced in time.

This feature can be deactivated through the configuration. Aibotix does not assume 

any responsibility for crashes resulting because of depleted batteries or if the emergency feature has been deactivated.

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 32

3.3.7 GPS Cage

Safety Features The Aibot X6 has a GPS cage mode for training purposes or autonomous flights. In GPS 

cage mode, a virtual cage around the Aibot X6 is built. The cage is specified by a radius, 

minimum height and maximum height. The Aibot X6 cannot leave the cage during the 

flight execution. Refer to the AiProFlight user manual for more information. When GPS 

cage mode is activated, the motors will only start if the GPS toggle switch is positioned 

to PH.

This is a support function for the pilot. Nevertheless you have the sole responsibility 

for the flight as a whole. 

3.3.8 Minimum Altitude

Safety Features If the minimum height feature is activated, the Aibot X6 will automatically stop a 

descent when the defined minimum height is reached. 

Refer to the AiProFlight user manual for more information.

Minimum altitude is only active when assist mode is switched ON.

This is a support function for the pilot. Nevertheless you have the sole responsibility 

for the flight as a whole. Especially when heavy equipment is attached, an appropriate 

minimum distance to the ground must to be kept. 

a) Radius

b) Maximum height

c) Minimum height

d) Ground

c

b

a

d

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 33

3.3.9 Care Free Mode

Safety Features Care Free OFF

The Aibot X6 has a standard orientation. With Care Free OFF, a forward command on 

the joystick will steer forward according to the Aibot X6 orientation, which may not be 

forward for the pilot view. The pilot has to pay careful attention to the Aibot X6 orientation, and adjust inputs accordingly.

Care Free ON

If Care Free is switched ON, the Aibot X6 will always fly according to the starting orientation, regardless of the current orientation. The care Free mode simplifies the inputs 

for the pilot, nevertheless remember the starting orientation carefully before flight.

Since Care Free uses a compass, it may only be used in locations without magnetic 

disturbance.

If a compass disturbance occurs, Care Free may be switched OFF. Also switch Care Free 

to OFF if the Aibot X6 does not fly in the desired direction.

3.3.10 Failsafe Mode

Safety Features In case the Aibot X6 loses RC signal, the failsafe mode will run:

• The Aibot X6 will maintain position for 5 seconds waiting for the signal in case of 

brief connection loss.

• If the Aibot X6 does still receive no signal, it will slowly start to descend and simultaneously rotate along its yaw axis. Once the Aibot X6 has reached a height of 20 

meters above ground, it will remain in this altitude and rotate along its yaw axis. In 

case the Aibot X6 cannot establish its connection, it will remain in this position until 

an emergency landing is executed due to a low battery voltage.

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 34

3.4 Normal Procedures Manual Mode

General This chapter contains all relevant steps for a safe operation of the Aibot X6.

In normal factory configuration it is not possible to switch off the assist mode, the 

toggle switch is out of use. This function must be released in a configuration process.

3.4.1 Take-Off

Normal Procedures Do only start the automatic take-off procedure when airspace is free from any obstacles. Take care of all advice for general limitations. 

DANGER Crash due to head winds near ground.

Head winds of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious injuries 

and damages because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Be aware of the head winds of your own rotor blades when flying near ground. 

3.4.2 Climb

Normal Procedures The climb operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached. For good 

orientation it is helpful to move in forward direction at the same time than climbing. 

So you can better monitor the flight path of the Aibot X6, also a flight above the pilot 

will be prevented.

Pre-Flight Check Finished

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free As required

Assist Mode OFF

Flight Mode FLY

Throttle Stick Fully pulled down and hold in this position

Motor ON

functions of controlsO Checked

Throttle Stick For take-off slowly push the throttle stick 

to increase the motor speed

Take-off procedure Finished

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free As required

Assist Mode OFF

Flight Mode FLY

Motor ON

Airspace checked

Throttle Stick To climb, slowly push the throttle stick to 

increase the motor speed

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 35

3.4.3 Descent

Normal Procedures The descent operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached.

DANGER Crash due to own downwash.

The device can get in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

• Descend in spiral movement or in a zig-zag motion.

3.4.4 Landing

Normal Procedures

CAUTION After shut off the Assist Mode a short drop may occur.

DANGER Crash due to own downwash.

The device can get in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

• Descend in spiral movement or in a zig-zag motion.

Take-off procedure Finished

Climb procedure Finished

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free As required

Assist Mode OFF

Flight Mode FLY

Motor ON

Airspace checked

Throttle Stick To descent, slowly pull the throttle stick 

towards you to decrease the motor speed

Descent procedure Finished

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free As required

Assist Mode OFF

Landing Site Free of any obstacles

Position Keep position with nick and roll 

commands.

Throttle Stick To descent, slowly pull the throttle stick 

towards you to decrease the motor speed

Motor When touched the ground, immediately 

DRAFT

switch motor OFF
Aibot X6, Operation 36

DANGER Crash due to head winds near ground.

Head winds of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious injuries 

and damages because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Be aware of the head winds of your own rotor blades when flying near ground. 

3.4.5 Abort Landing

Normal Procedures

DANGER Crash due to own downwash.

The device can get in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

• Descend in spiral movement or in a zig-zag motion.

Throttle Stick To abort landing, push the throttle stick 

away from you to increase the motor 

speed

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 37

3.5 Normal Procedures Assist Mode

General This chapter contains all relevant steps for a safe operation of the Aibot X6.

In normal factory configuration it is not possible to switch off the assist mode, the 

toggle switch is out of use. This function must be released in a configuration process.

3.5.1 Take-Off

Normal Procedures Do only start the automatic take-off procedure when airspace is free from any obstacles. Take care of all advice for general limitations.

When take-off procedure finished:

3.5.2 Climb

Normal Procedures The climb operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached. For good 

orientation it is helpful to move in forward direction at the same time than climbing. 

So you can better monitor the flight path of the Aibot X6, also a flight above the pilot 

will be prevented.

Pre-Flight Check Finished

Airspace Checked

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free ON

Assist Mode ON

Flight Mode FLY

Motor ON

functions of controlsO Checked

Flight Mode TAKEOFF

Flight Mode FLY

Take-off procedure Finished

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free As required

Assist Mode ON

Flight Mode FLY

Motor ON

Airspace checked

Throttle Stick To climb, slowly push the throttle stick to 

DRAFT

increase the motor speed
Aibot X6, Operation 38

3.5.3 Descent

Normal Procedures The descent operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached.

DANGER Crash due to own downwash.

The device can get in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

• Descend in spiral movement or in a zig-zag motion.

3.5.4 Landing

Normal Procedures

When touched the ground, motors will be shut off automatically.

DANGER Crash due to own downwash.

The device can get in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

• Descend in spiral movement or in a zig-zag motion.

Take-off procedure Finished

Climb procedure Finished

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free As required

Assist Mode OFF

Flight Mode FLY

Motor ON

Airspace checked

Throttle Stick To descent, slowly pull the throttle stick 

towards you to decrease the motor speed

Descent procedure Finished

GPS PH or FREE (as required)

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free ON

Assist Mode ON

landing site Free of any obstacles

flight mode LAND

Throttle Stick When touched the ground, fully pull the 

throttle stick towards you.

DRAFT

Motor OFF
Aibot X6, Operation 39

DANGER Crash due to head winds near ground.

Head winds of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious injuries 

and damages because of falling down device. 

Precautions:

• Be aware of the head winds of your own rotor blades when flying near ground. 

3.5.5 Dynamic Position Hold

Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 will automatically 

hold the current position.

3.5.6 Waypoint Flight

Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 will automatically 

fly the pre-defined flight path.

To interrupt the flight plan, for example to change batteries:

To continue the waypoint flight:

CAUTION Always monitor the flight path

In waypoint flight, the nick and roll commands are out of use. Make sure that the predefined waypoints are free from any obstacles. 

The accuracy of the waypoint flight depends on weather conditions and GPS signal.

GPS PH

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free ON

Assist Mode ON

Flight path Monitor

Telemetry regularly check

Airspace regularly check

Flight distance and flight height Adjust to remaining battery power

GPS PH

POI OFF

Flight Plan ON

Care Free ON

Assist Mode ON

Flight path Monitor

Telemetry regularly check

Airspace regularly check

Flight distance and flight height Adjust to remaining battery power. If 

needed, interrupt the waypoint flight.

Flight Plan OFF

DRAFT

Flight Plan ON
Aibot X6, Operation 40

3.5.7 Point of Interest

Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 will automatically 

set a POI. This POI is now the base of orientation.

From now on, the Aibot X6 will orientate towards the defined POI. With Care Free ON, 

you can normally operate. Also the manual inclination of the gimbal is possible.

CAUTION Different control type

In POI mode with Care Free OFF, the familiar commands are changing. The Aibot X6 

will move relative to the defined POI. Nick commands will move the Aibot X6 towards 

or against the POI. Roll commands will move the Aibot X6 on a circular flight path 

around the POI. Distance to the POI will remain steady.

To interrupt the POI flight, for example to change batteries:

To continue the POI flight

CAUTION Always monitor the flight path

In POI flight, the nick and roll commands behave different than in normal flight mode. 

Make sure that the pre-defined circular flight path is free from any obstacles. 

The accuracy of the POI flight depends on weather conditions and GPS signal.

Define a new POI

GPS PH

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free ON

Assist Mode ON

Position Fly the Aibot X6 to the desired location

POI ON

Flight Path Monitor

Telemetry regularly check

Airspace regularly check

Flight distance and flight height Adjust to remaining battery power. If 

needed, interrupt the POI flight.

POI OFF

POI ON

POI OFF

Position Fly the Aibot X6 to the desired location

Function Pull and hold function toggle switch

POI ON

Function Release function toggle switch to initial 

DRAFT

position
Aibot X6, Operation 41

3.5.8 Coming Home

Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 will automatically 

fly back to the start position.

To interrupt CH or when finished CH:

CAUTION Different control type

In Coming Home flight, the familiar commands are changing. Nick and roll commands 

are out of use. If not given, the Aibot X6 automatically flies to the defined minimum 

altitude.

CAUTION Always monitor the flight path

In Coming Home flight, the Aibot X6 flies automatically. Make sure that the predefined flight path is free from any obstacles. 

The accuracy of the flight depends on weather conditions and GPS signal.

Flight Path From Aibot X6 to start position: Free from 

any obstacles

Flight Height sufficient height, change if needed

GPS CH

GPS PH

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 42

3.6 Abnormal and Emergency Procedures

General This chapter explains how abnormal and emergency situations of the Aibot X6 can be 

recognised and what actions are necessary to react. Recommendations how to 

prevent abnormal situations are given as well.

The pilot must remember the procedures described in this chapter by heart. 

Not all abnormal situations can be described, therefore it is important to have thorough knowledge and experience in operating the Aibot X6. 

In every case, the safety and health of humans is more important than material 

damages.

3.6.1 Disturbance Magnetic Field

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Voice Response: "Magnetic field is low!","Magnetic field disturbed!", "Hardware 

failure".

• Warning signal of the telemetry on the RC transmitter.

• Unusual, unstable flight behaviour with GPS assisted flight modes.

• Unexpected yawing or general unexpected flight behaviour.

Recommended Procedure

CAUTION Automatic detection of disturbances

The Aibot X6 can detect magnetic disturbances on his own. A warning signal and the 

voice response: "Magnetic field disturbed" will be issued. In that case the toggle 

switches Flight Plan, GPS, POI and Care Free will be deactivated automatically.

Be aware that not every disturbance can be detected automatically. 

Assist mode can stay active, automatic altitude control, automatic take-off and automatic landing stay active as well.

Prevention

• Carefully check the launch site and the flight area for magnetic disturbances before 

flight execution.

• Do not fly in the vicinity of airports, military installations or strong transmitters.

• In some cases a new calibration of the system may help. 

GPS FREE

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Care Free OFF

Assist Mode OFF

Flight Mode FLY

Flight height Climb to a safe flight height 

flight orientation Check (with roll and nick commands), 

orientate the rear of the Aibot X6 in direction of the pilot.

Flight execution Fly in manual mode, start landing procedure immediately

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 43

3.6.2 Disturbance GPS

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Voice Response: "GPS quality is low!", "GPS fix loss!").

• GPS signal on the telemetry of the RC transmitter (with an accuracy greater than 5 

km a disturbance can be expected).

• The amount of available GPS satellites on the telemetry display of the RC transmitter. With fewer than 6 satellites, a disturbance can be expected.

• Unusual, unstable flight behaviour with GPS assisted flight modes.

Recommended Procedure

CAUTION Other possible disturbances

A disturbance of GPS signal possibly cannot clearly be distinguished from a magnetic 

field disturbance. Especially when no advices like a voice response will be issued, the 

disturbance cannot be identified clearly. In that case the abnormal procedure 

"magnetic field disturbance" must be used.

Be aware that not every disturbance can be detected automatically. 

Prevention

• Carefully monitor the amount and accuracy of GPS satellites during the whole flight 

execution.

• Do not fly with GPS-based flight modes below or near any obstacles or when doing 

indoor flights.

• Do not fly with GPS-based flight modes in narrow valleys, below or very near to 

mountains and slopes.

3.6.3 Battery Warning

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Voice Response: "Battery is low!"

• Warning tone from the RC transmitter.

• Right and left Status LEDs are flashing white.

• The battery power is displayed on the telemetry of the RC transmitter.

Recommended Procedure

GPS FREE

POI OFF

Flight Plan OFF

Flight height Climb to a safe flight height 

flight orientation Check (with roll and nick commands), 

orientate the rear of the Aibot X6 in direction of the pilot.

Flight execution Fly in manual mode, start landing procedure immediately

Flight execution Immediately abort

Flight height Descend, after some time the descent will 

be done automatically depending on the 

flight height.

DRAFT
Aibot X6, Operation 44

CAUTION Automatic descent

To prevent a crash due to low battery, the Aibot X6 will start an automatic descent 

depending on the actual flight height.

Be aware that once started, this procedure cannot be changed anymore. 

Automatic landing stays active. Nick and roll commands for position and orientation 

are possible.

CAUTION Prevent low battery flights

A low battery warning will occur, when battery power will decrease under 18 V. The 

remaining flight time is depending on several conditions. Be aware that the remaining 

flight time will not be enough to safely finish a flight execution.

Therefore do not fly with a battery power lower than 18 V. 

Prevention

• Regularly monitor the remaining battery power during flight execution.

• Regularly check and maintain the batteries. Replace older batteries.

• Carefully plan the flight executions and include weather conditions, payload and 

flight height. 

3.6.4 Failure of ultrasonic sensors

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Voice Response: "Distance measurement failure!"

• The Aibot X6 descends below the defined minimum altitude.

• Automatic take-off and automatic landing are not working.

Recommended Procedure

a) automatic landing:

b) manual landing (preferred)

CAUTION Automatic take-off and landing not active

In case of a voice response: "Distance measurement failure!", the automatic landing 

and automatic take-off mode are out of use. Be aware of a faster descent speed for 

an automatic landing.

Landing site Fly to the defined landing site. If a flight to 

the landing site is not possible anymore, 

identify a new landing site near the Aibot 

X6.

Landing Land immediately

Flight execution abort

Flight height Manually hold the minimum required flight 

height.

Landing Land like used to do. Be aware of faster 

descent.

Motor When touched ground: OFF

Assist mode OFF

Landing Land like used to do.

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Prevention

• Operation according to normal procedures.

• Inspection and cleaning of the ultrasonic sensors according to the checklists.

• Do not cover the field of view of the ultrasonic sensors with cables or other objects. 

3.6.5 Lost connection to the Aibot X6

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Voice Response: "Failsafe activated / RC lost!"

• Signal tone of the RC transmitter.

• The right and left Status LEDs of the Aibot X6 are flashing blue.

• Deactivated RC transmitter.

Recommended Procedure

a) If connection is reestablished:

b) If connection can not be re-established:

CAUTION Failsafe mode 

If the connection to the Aibot X6 is lost, the failsafe mode is started.

Prevention

• Carefully check the launch site and the flight area for any disturbances.

• Check the battery power of the RC transmitter before flight execution.

3.6.6 Unfamiliar Noise

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Unfamiliar noises during flight execution or special manoeuvres.

Recommended Procedure

An unfamiliar noise is an indicator for a defect at the moving parts of the Aibot X6.

Distance between Aibot X6 and RC transmitter Try to reduce the distance. Keep direct 

eye contact.

Switches on the RC transmitter Do not change any switches.

Flight execution Abort immediately. Identify reasons for 

disturbance.

Announcement "Emergency landing". Warn all humans in 

the area

Landing site Secure the landing site below the flying 

Aibot X6.

Landing Monitor the emergency landing and be 

prepared for re-establishing the connection

After landing Disconnect the batteries.

Flight execution Immediately abort

Landing site Identify a new landing site near the Aibot 

X6.

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CAUTION Unfamiliar noises

The Aibot X6 is only allowed to fly, when the reason for the noise has been identified 

and fixed.

If you have any doubts, contact Aibotix service. 

Prevention

• Be sensible for unfamiliar noises right after take-off.

• Follow the normal procedures.

• Inspection and cleaning of the Aibot X6 according to the checklists.

• Follow the recommended service intervals.

3.6.7 Ditching - emergency landing on water

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• no

Recommended Procedure

CAUTION No operation after landing in water

Do not operate the Aibot X6 after a landing into the water. Dry the Aibot X6 at high 

room temperature. Immediately contact Aibotix service to discuss about the next steps 

and prevent consequential damage.

Prevention

• Do not fly above rivers and large water areas.

• An emergency landing on water should only be performed, when no other landing 

site on ground is possible.

3.6.8 Lost Eye Contact

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Unknown position of the Aibot X6.

Recommended Procedure

Try to find the Aibot X6 based on the last known position. If possible, a climb to a 

higher altitude may help to find the Aibot X6.

Landing Land immediately. Be aware of disturbances or motor shut-off

Landing site Identify a landing site with easy access 

and low water speed 

Landing Perform normal landing. Be aware of the 

not working ultrasonic sensors.

Flight Plan OFF

POI OFF

Assist Mode ON

GPS PH

Care Free ON

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Battery power Check and monitor
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If the eye contact cannot be re-established or the battery power is getting low:

CAUTION Do not use Coming Home mode

Do not use Coming Home mode to re-establish a lost eye contact to the Aibot X6. 

There is a high risk of a potentially collision.

Prevention

• Always keep eye contact to the Aibot X6.

• Recognise any obstacles who might disable eye contact beforehand.

3.6.9 Unknown Orientation of the Aibot

Abnormal ProceduresIdentification

• Unknown orientation of the Aibot X6.

• Nick and roll commands result in an unexpected movement of the Aibot X6.

Recommended Procedure

If orientation of the Aibot X6 still is unknown:

If GPS Coming home is not possible or the battery power is low:

Prevention

• Do not perform a flight execution far away from you or with low altitude. Status 

LEDs of the Aibot X6 must be visible at any time.

• Use the Care Free mode to prevent orientation problems.

3.6.10 Incident Report

If something unexpected happens during flight, land immediately and contact Aibotix 

GmbH service to determine the cause. Fill in the Incident report (found on the USB 

stick) and send to: service@aibotix.com. If you have created an Aibotix-Flight-Checklist 

for the flight, please include it. This will decrease the response and support time. 

Flight mode Land

Flight Plan OFF

POI OFF

Assist Mode ON

GPS PH

Care Free ON

Battery power Check and monitor

Flight height Climb to a safe flight height

orientation of the Aibot X6 check with roll and nick commands

GPS CH (If flight path between Aibot X6 and 

launch site is free)

Flight mode Land

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4 Care and Transport

4.1 Transport

Transport in a road 

vehicle

Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle, as it can be affected by shock and 

vibration. Always carry the product in its transport container, original packaging or 

equivalent and secure it.

Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original 

Aibot X6 packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equivalent, to 

protect against shock and vibration.

4.2 Storage

Product Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer if 

the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to General Limitations for information about 

temperature limits.

4.3 Cleaning and Drying

Damp products Dry the product, the transport container, the foam inserts and the accessories at a 

temperature not greater than 40°C and clean them. Do not repack until everything is 

completely dry. 

Cables and plugs Keep plugs clean and dry. Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the connecting 

cables. 

Airflow Inlets Keep airflow inlets clean. Blow away any dirt lodged at the airflow inlets. 

4.4 Maintenance Plan

Maintenance Plan Before each flight

• Check propellers are properly fastened.

• Visually inspect the Aibot.

• Check RC Transmitter for damage.

Every 10 flights:

• Check landing gear.

• Check motors are properly fastened.

Every 30 flights:

• Visually inspect gear wheels.

• Check camera mount.

• Basic cleaning.

A special check is always required after collision, shipping or hard landings. 

4.5 Service Intervals

Service Intervals For professional maintenance, Aibotix GmbH offers various service and repair plans 

which guarantee proper flight condition. We highly recommend these service plans 

when purchasing a Aibot X6. Contact Aibotix GmbH in case of questions regarding 

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5 Accessories

5.1 Camera Gimbal

General The camera gimbal is pre-adjusted for:

• Roll/pitch commands

• Roll/pitch compensation

• Roll/pitch can be adjusted remotely by the RC transmitter, independent from position compensation.

• Slide control S2 controls the pitch axis and POTI2 controls the roll axis.

Roll and pitch axes are subjected to large forces when turning. Do not adjust the 

compensator.

The calibration of the Aibot X6 can lead to sudden movements of the compensator. 

Be careful when using long lenses.

Do never adjust the black nuts of the roll and pitch axes.

During take-off and landing, the camera must always be in a horizontal position.

The best images result, when the camera sensor is located on the roll axis.

5.2 On-top Mount

Payload The maximal load capacity of the on-top mount is 650 g. With increased weight the 

control of the Aibot X6 will be made more difficult.

Installation To install the on-top mount, use the supplied knurled screws. Remove the battery 

cover and place the on-top mount on the Aibot X6. Attach the on-top mount with the 

3 knurled screws and fasten them hand-tight.

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5.3 Camera Connection

Installation To connect a camera to your Aibot X6 use the supplied camera connection cable. 

Attach the 14-pin Aibot X6 connection cable to your Aibot X6. Then connect your 

camera using a standard camera connection jack to the standard camera port.

5.4 Live Video Camera

Live Video Camera The best position for the live video camera depends on the main camera in use. Never 

attach a camera under camera mount! Live video cameras can be mounted on top of 

the hot shoe of DSLRs. For smaller cameras, the live-video-camera can be mounted 

beside the main one. The focal length of the live video camera is equivalent to 24mm28mm of a standard film camera.

Roll and pitch axes are subjected to large forces when turning. Do not adjust the 

compensator.

The calibration of the Aibot X6 can lead to sudden movements of the compensator. 

Be careful when using long lenses.

Do never adjust the black nuts of the roll and pitch axes.

During take-off and landing, the camera must always be in a horizontal position.

The best images result, when the camera sensor is located on the roll axis.

a) 12V power supply

b) 14-pin Aibot X6 connector

c) Standard camera port

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5.5 Geo Box

General A hot-shoe adapter detects the triggering of the camera with millisecond precision. It 

then stores the exact GPS data which can later be combined with the relevant photo. 

This is very useful for long inspection flights involving many pictures and locations. An 

analysis of the geo-referenced images can be done using AiProFlight and AIM. Further 

information can be found in the AiProFlight user manual.

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Heinrich-Wild-Strasse

CH-9435 Heerbrugg

Switzerland

Phone +41 71 727 31 31

www.leica-geosystems.com

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