August 27, 2015

Exemption No. 12631

Regulatory Docket No. FAA–2015–1288

Mr. Jared Nelson

Owner

Green Bee LLC

539 Wright Street, #107

Lakewood, CO 80228

Dear Mr. Nelson:

This letter is to inform you that we have granted your request for exemption. It transmits our 

decision, explains its basis, and gives you the conditions and limitations of the exemption, 

including the date it ends.

By letter posted to the public docket on April 28, 2015, you petitioned the Federal Aviation 

Administration (FAA) on behalf of Green Bee LLC (hereinafter petitioner or operator) for an 

exemption. The petitioner requested to operate an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to 

conduct aerial photography, videography, and inspections.

See Appendix A for the petition submitted to the FAA describing the proposed operations and 

the regulations that the petitioner seeks an exemption.

The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary of the petition 

in the Federal Register because the requested exemption would not set a precedent, and any 

delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to the petitioner.

Airworthiness Certification

The UAS proposed by the petitioner are the DJI Phantom and DJI Matrix.

The petitioner requested relief from 14 CFR part 21, Certification procedures for products 

and parts, Subpart H—Airworthiness Certificates. In accordance with the statutory criteria 

provided in Section 333 of Public Law 112−95 in reference to 49 U.S.C. § 44704, and in 
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consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the

aircraft and its operation, the Secretary of Transportation has determined that this aircraft 

meets the conditions of Section 333. Therefore, the FAA finds that the requested relief from 

14 CFR part 21, Certification procedures for products and parts, Subpart H—Airworthiness 

Certificates, and any associated noise certification and testing requirements of part 36, is 

not necessary.

The Basis for Our Decision

You have requested to use a UAS for aerial data collection1

. The FAA has issued grants of 

exemption in circumstances similar in all material respects to those presented in your petition. 

In Grants of Exemption Nos. 11062 to Astraeus Aerial (see Docket No. FAA−2014−0352), 

11109 to Clayco, Inc. (see Docket No. FAA−2014−0507), 11112 to VDOS Global, LLC (see

Docket No. FAA−2014−0382), and 11213 to Aeryon Labs, Inc. (see Docket No. 

FAA−2014−0642), the FAA found that the enhanced safety achieved using an unmanned 

aircraft (UA) with the specifications described by the petitioner and carrying no passengers or 

crew, rather than a manned aircraft of significantly greater proportions, carrying crew in 

addition to flammable fuel, gives the FAA good cause to find that the UAS operation enabled 

by this exemption is in the public interest.

Having reviewed your reasons for requesting an exemption, I find that—

• They are similar in all material respects to relief previously requested in Grant of 

Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213;

• The reasons stated by the FAA for granting Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 

11213 also apply to the situation you present; and 

• A grant of exemption is in the public interest.

Our Decision

In consideration of the foregoing, I find that a grant of exemption is in the public interest. 

Therefore, pursuant to the authority contained in 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 40113, and 44701, 

delegated to me by the Administrator, Green Bee LLC is granted an exemption from 14 CFR 

§§ 61.23(a) and (c), 61.101(e)(4) and (5), 61.113(a), 61.315(a), 91.7(a), 91.119(c), 91.121, 

91.151(a)(1), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2), and 91.417(a) and (b), to the 

extent necessary to allow the petitioner to operate a UAS to perform aerial data collection.

This exemption is subject to the conditions and limitations listed below.

 

1 Aerial data collection includes any remote sensing and measuring by an instrument(s) aboard the UA. 

Examples include imagery (photography, video, infrared, etc.), electronic measurement (precision surveying, RF 

analysis, etc.), chemical measurement (particulate measurement, etc.), or any other gathering of data by 

instruments aboard the UA.
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Conditions and Limitations

In this grant of exemption, Green Bee LLC is hereafter referred to as the operator.

Failure to comply with any of the conditions and limitations of this grant of exemption will be 

grounds for the immediate suspension or rescission of this exemption.

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption are limited to the DJI Phantom and 

DJI Matrix when weighing less than 55 pounds including payload. Proposed 

operations of any other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this 

exemption.

2. Operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and television filming are 

not permitted. 

3. The UA may not be operated at a speed exceeding 87 knots (100 miles per hour). The 

exemption holder may use either groundspeed or calibrated airspeed to determine 

compliance with the 87 knot speed restriction. In no case will the UA be operated at 

airspeeds greater than the maximum UA operating airspeed recommended by the 

aircraft manufacturer.

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet above ground level 

(AGL). Altitude must be reported in feet AGL.

5. The UA must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all times. 

This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than 

corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC’s FAA-issued airman medical certificate or 

U.S. driver’s license.

6. All operations must utilize a visual observer (VO). The UA must be operated within 

the visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all times. The VO may be used 

to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS 

capability. The VO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times; 

electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. The PIC 

must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the 

duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the VO can perform the duties 

required of the VO.

7. This exemption and all documents needed to operate the UAS and conduct its 

operations in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this grant of 

exemption, are hereinafter referred to as the operating documents. The operating 

documents must be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the 

Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and 

limitations in this exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, 
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the conditions and limitations herein take precedence and must be followed. 

Otherwise, the operator must follow the procedures as outlined in its operating 

documents. The operator may update or revise its operating documents. It is the 

operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised 

documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. The 

operator must also present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension 

or amendment to this grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update 

or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then 

the operator must petition for an amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA’s 

UAS Integration Office (AFS−80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding 

updates or revisions to the operating documents.

8. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS operation 

or flight characteristics, e.g., replacement of a flight critical component, must undergo 

a functional test flight prior to conducting further operations under this exemption. 

Functional test flights may only be conducted by a PIC with a VO and must remain at 

least 500 feet from other people. The functional test flight must be conducted in such 

a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and property.

9. The operator is responsible for maintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it is 

in a condition for safe operation.

10. Prior to each flight, the PIC must conduct a pre-flight inspection and determine the 

UAS is in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection must account for all 

potential discrepancies, e.g., inoperable components, items, or equipment. If the 

inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is 

prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the 

UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight.

11. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer’s maintenance, overhaul, 

replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements for the aircraft and 

aircraft components.

12. Each UAS operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer 

safety bulletins.

13. Under this grant of exemption, a PIC must hold either an airline transport, 

commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC must also hold a 

current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver’s license issued by a 

state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal 

government. The PIC must also meet the flight review requirements specified in 

14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate.
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14. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC demonstrates the 

ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be 

operated under this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and 

maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC 

qualification flight hours and currency must be logged in a manner consistent with 

14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator’s PICs and VOs 

(training, proficiency, and experience-building) and determining the PIC’s ability to 

safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated 

under this exemption are permitted under the terms of this exemption. However, 

training operations may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During 

training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, all persons not essential for 

flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the UA 

with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119.

15. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1. All 

operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights 

under special visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized.

16. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point (ARP) as 

denoted in the current FAA Airport/Facility Directory (AFD) or for airports not 

denoted with an ARP, the center of the airport symbol as denoted on the current 

FAA-published aeronautical chart, unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s 

management is obtained or otherwise permitted by a COA issued to the exemption 

holder. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available 

to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.

17. The UA may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet 

horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.

18. If the UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA must return to a 

pre-determined location within the private or controlled-access property.

19. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies.

20. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast 

weather conditions) there is enough available power for the UA to conduct the 

intended operation and to operate after that for at least five minutes or with the reserve 

power recommended by the manufacturer if greater.

21. Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA). All 

operations shall be conducted in accordance with an ATO-issued COA. The 

exemption holder may apply for a new or amended COA if it intends to conduct 

operations that cannot be conducted under the terms of the attached COA.
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22. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption must be identified by serial 

number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification 

(N−Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings must 

be as large as practicable.

23. Documents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation and flight of the UAS and 

any documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the 

PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the aircraft is operating. 

These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement 

official upon request.

24. The UA must remain clear and give way to all manned aviation operations and 

activities at all times. 

25. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle. 

26. All Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating 

persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless:

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons 

from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure 

that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises 

where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of 

the UA, flight operations must cease immediately in a manner ensuring the safety 

of nonparticipating persons; and

b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission 

for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety assessment of 

the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not 

present an undue hazard.

The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered 

nonparticipating persons under this exemption.

27. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property with 

permission from the property owner/controller or authorized representative. 

Permission from property owner/controller or authorized representative will be 

obtained for each flight to be conducted.

28. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical 

boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA must be reported 

to the FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS−80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be 

reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions 

contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov.
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If this exemption permits operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and 

television filming and production, the following additional conditions and limitations apply.

29. The operator must have a motion picture and television operations manual (MPTOM) 

as documented in this grant of exemption.

30. At least 3 days before aerial filming, the operator of the UAS affected by this 

exemption must submit a written Plan of Activities to the local Flight Standards 

District Office (FSDO) with jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The 3-day 

notification may be waived with the concurrence of the FSDO. The plan of activities 

must include at least the following:

a. Dates and times for all flights;

b. Name and phone number of the operator for the UAS aerial filming conducted 

under this grant of exemption;

c. Name and phone number of the person responsible for the on-scene operation of 

the UAS;

d. Make, model, and serial or N−Number of UAS to be used;

e. Name and certificate number of UAS PICs involved in the aerial filming;

f. A statement that the operator has obtained permission from property owners 

and/or local officials to conduct the filming production event; the list of those 

who gave permission must be made available to the inspector upon request;

g. Signature of exemption holder or representative; and

h. A description of the flight activity, including maps or diagrams of any area, city, 

town, county, and/or state over which filming will be conducted and the altitudes 

essential to accomplish the operation.

31. Flight operations may be conducted closer than 500 feet from participating persons 

consenting to be involved and necessary for the filming production, as specified in the 

exemption holder’s MPTOM.

Unless otherwise specified in this grant of exemption, the UAS, the UAS PIC, and the UAS 

operations must comply with all applicable parts of 14 CFR including, but not limited to, 

parts 45, 47, 61, and 91.
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This exemption terminates on September 30, 2017, unless sooner superseded or rescinded.

Sincerely,

/s/

John S. Duncan

Director, Flight Standards Service

Enclosures
Green Bee LLC

Section 333 Exemption

Dear applicable parties:

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (the Reform Act) and 14 

C.F.R. Part 11, Green Bee LLC, operator of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (“sUASs”) equipped to 

offer on-demand commercial UAS operations for a host of industries and applications. These include: 

• Flare stack inspection, 

• Utility-power generation system inspections and patrolling, 

• Pipeline inspection and patrolling, 

• Filmmaking, cinematography, and videography, 

• Precision agriculture, 

• Wildlife and forestry monitoring, 

• Aerial surveying, 

• Construction site inspection and monitoring, and 

• Public Entity Support Operations.

hereby applies for an exemption from the listed Federal Aviation Regulations (“FARs”) to allow 

commercial operation of its sUASs, so long as such operations are conducted within and under the 

conditions outlined herein or as may be established by the FAA as required by Section 333.

As described more fully below, the requested exemption would permit the operation of small, 

unmanned and relatively inexpensive sUAS under controlled conditions in airspace that is 1) limited 2) 

predetermined 3) controlled as to access and 4) would provide safety enhancements to the already safe 

operations using conventional aircraft. Approval of this exemption would thereby enhance safety and 

fulfill the Secretary of Transportation’s (the FAA Administrator’s) responsibilities to “...establish 

requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system.” Section 

333(c) of the Reform Act.

The name and address of the applicant is: Green Bee LLC

Jared Nelson 

539 Wright St #107

Lakewood, CO 80228

Ph: 720-289-8494 

Email: greenbee@greenbeeuav.com
Regulations from which the exemption is requested: 

14 CFR Part 21 

14 C.F.R. 91.7 (a) 

14 CFR 91.9 (b) (2) 

14 C.F.R. 91.103 

14 C.F.R. 91.109 

14 C.F. R. 91.119 

14 C.F.R. 91.121 

14 CFR 91.151 (a) 

14 CFR 91.203 (a) & (b) 

14 CFR 91.405 (a) 

14 CFR 407 (a) (1) 

14 CFR 409 (a) (2) 

14 CFR 417 (a) & (b)

This exemption application is expressly submitted to fulfill Congress’ goal in passing Section 333(a) 

through (c) of the Reform Act. This law directs the Secretary of Transportation to consider whether 

certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system (NAS) before 

completion of the rulemaking required under Section 332 of the Reform Act. In making this 

determination, the Secretary is required to determine which types of UASs do not create a hazard to 

users of the NAS or the public or pose a threat to national security in light of the following: • The UAS’s 

size, weight, speed, and operational capability; • Operation of the UAS in close proximity to airports 

and populated areas; and • Operation of the UAS within visual line of sight of the operator. Reform Act 

§ 333 (a). Lastly, if the Secretary determines that such vehicles “may operate safely in the national 

airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft in 

the national airspace system.” Id. §333(c) (emphasis added) Applicant interprets this provision to place 

the duty on the Administrator to not only process applications for exemptions under section 333, but 

for the Administrator to craft conditions for the safe operation of the UAS, if it should be determined 

that the conditions set forth herein do not fulfill the statutory requirements for approval. The Federal 

Aviation Act expressly grants the FAA the authority to issue exemptions. This statutory authority by its 

terms includes exempting civil aircraft, as the term is defined under §40101 of the Act that includes 

sUASs, from the requirement that all civil aircraft must have a current airworthiness certificate.

The Administrator may grant an exemption from a requirement of a regulation prescribed under 

subsection (a) or (b) of this section or any sections 44702-44716 of this title if the Administrator finds 

the exemption in the public interest. 49 U.S.C. §44701(f) See also 49 USC §44711(a); 49 USC §44704; 14 

CFR §91.203 (a) (1). Green Bee sUASs are rotorcraft, weighting 55 or fewer lbs. including payload. They 

operate, under normal conditions at a speed of no more than 50 knots and have the capability to hover, 

and move in the vertical and horizontal plane simultaneously. They will operate only in line of sight 

and will operate only within a sterile area. Such operations will insure that the sUAS will “not create a 

hazard to users of the national airspace system or the public.” Reform Act Section 333 (b). Given the 

small size of the sUASs involved and the restricted sterile environment within which they will operate, 

the applicant falls squarely within that zone of safety (an equivalent level of safety) in which Congress 

envisioned that the FAA must, by exemption, allow commercial operations of UASs to commence 
immediately. Also due to the size of the UASs and the restricted areas in which the relevant sUASs will 

operate, approval of the application presents no national security issue. Given the clear direction in 

Section 333 of the Reform Act, the authority contained in the Federal Aviation Act, as amended; the 

strong equivalent level of safety surrounding the proposed operations, and the significant public 

benefit, including enhanced safety, reduction in environmental impacts, including reduced emissions 

associated with allowing UASs, the grant of the requested exemptions is in the public interest. 

Accordingly, the applicant respectfully requests that the FAA grant the requested exemption without 

delay.

AIRCRAFT AND SAFETY PROCEDURES

The applicant proposes that the exemption requested herein apply to civil aircraft that have the 

characteristics and that operate with the limitations listed herein. These limitations provide for at 

least an equivalent or even higher level of safety to operations under the current regulatory structure 

because the proposed operations represent a safety enhancement to the already safe operations 

conducted with conventional aircraft. These limitations and conditions to which Green Bee agrees to 

be bound when conducting commercial operations under an FAA issued exemption include: 

1. The sUAS will weigh less than 55 lbs. 

2. Flights will be operated within line of sight of a pilot and/or observer. 

3. Maximum total flight time for each operational flight will be 30 minutes. Flights will be terminated 

at 25% battery power reserve should that occur prior to the 30 minute limit. 

4. Flights will be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet AGL or, not more than 200 feet 

above an elevated platform from which filming is planned. 

5. Minimum crew for each operation will consist of the sUAS Pilot, the Visual Observer, and/or the 

Camera Operator. 6. sUAS pilot will be an FAA licensed airman with a private, commercial, and 

instrument pilot’s certificate. 

7. The exemption and all other documents will be present, or rapidly available during operations

8. The UAS will only operate within a confined “Sterile Area” of the flight operations area. 

9. A preflight check list will be used and a test flight will be conducted before operations, to ensure 

the functionality of controls, motors, compasses, gyros, and GPS systems.

10. The operator will obtain the consent of all persons involved and ensure that only consenting 

persons will be allowed within 100 feet of the flight operation, and this radius may be reduced to 30 

feet based upon an equivalent level of safety determination.

11. No flights will be conducted during night, as defined in CFR 1.1

12. Observer and pilot will at all times are able to communicate by voice and/or text. 

13. Written and/or oral permission from the relevant property holders will be obtained. 

14. All required permissions and permits will be obtained from territorial, state, county or city 

jurisdictions, including local law enforcement, fire, or other appropriate governmental agencies. 

15. If the sUAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UAS will have capability to return to a 

pre-determined location within the Security Perimeter and land. 

16. The sUAS will have the capability to abort a flight in case of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies.
17. The UA will not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet horizontally from a 

cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.

18. Before flight weather conditions will be taken into consideration. No flights will be conducted in 

rain, thunderstorms, low power conditions, and high winds. 

19. All aircraft will identification numbers and will be displayed as large as practicable.

20. The PIC will keep the UA away from all manned aviation operations

21. No operations will take place within five nautical miles from a controlled airport.

The UAS operated

Green Bee operates a Matrix and Phantom Both the Matrix and Phantom run on DJI control systems, 

that will always be used in the fail safe mode. The fail safe mode ensures that when there is a low 

voltage scenario, or when loss of radio communication takes place the UAV will return to its point of 

takeoff and land. Both systems have been tested for this and work properly.

Both the Matrix and Phantom have a GPS position hold installed in them. If for any reason the operator 

stops inputting direction into the controller the UAV will hold its position until further input is provided. 

Insuring the aircraft will not fly away from its desired position.

Before each flight the operator will conduct preflight assessment of the UAV, using a preflight check 

list. 

Ensuring that:

-proper authorities have been contacted and made aware of operations

-all screws and bolts are tight on the body of the UAV 

-all motors and rotors are secure and rotating properly

-landing gear is stable

-cameras and gimbals are secure and working properly

-rotor arms are secure and properly in place

-GPS signal is secured

-compass, location, and altimeter are properly functioning

After lift off:

-GPS hold position is working properly

-all controls in all directions are working

-gimbal is still working

-FPV monitor is working without interference

In summary, I seek an exemption from the FARs set forth above to allow commercial operations of a 

small unmanned vehicle conducting precision aerial surveys.

Approval of the exemption allowing commercial operations of the Phantom and Matrix for precision 

survey work will enhance safety by reducing risk. Conventional aerial survey operations, using jet or 

piston-powered aircraft present risks associated with vehicles that weigh in the neighborhood of 5,000 
to 7,000 lbs, carry large quantities of fuel, passengers, and, in some cases, cargo. Such aircraft must 

fly to and from the survey location. In contrast, the Phantom and Matrix both weighing no more than 10 

lbs and powered by batteries eliminates a portion of that risk given the reduced mass and lack of 

combustible fuel carried on board. The Phantom and Matrix are carried to the survey location, not 

flown there. The Phantom and Matrix will carry no passengers or crew and, therefore, will not expose 

any individuals to the risks associated with manned aircraft flights.

Additionally, no national security issue is raised by the grant of the requested exemptions. Given the 

size, load carrying capacity, speed at which it operates, and the fact that it carries no explosives or 

other dangerous materials, the Super Swiper poses no threat to national security.

The Phantom and matrix satisfaction of the criteria set forth in Section 333 of the Reform Act— size, 

weight, speed, operating capabilities, lack of proximity to airports and populated areas, operation 

within visual line of sight, and national security, provide more than adequate justification for the grant 

of the requested exemptions allowing commercial operation of the Phantom and Matrix in the 

commercial precision agriculture and golf course business.

Thank you,

Jared Nelson

Pilot/Owner Green Bee Limited

539 Wright St #107

Denver, CO 80228

720-289-8494

greenbee@greenbeeuav.com

Matrix Description and Specifications:

 Advanced Matrix-E Quadcopter System

 Futaba 14SG Transmitter + R7008SB Bidirectional Receiver + Voltage 

Sensor

 4x 15" T-Motor Precision Propellers

 2x Structural Beams

 C4 Vibration Isolation Deck

 Gyrox-5R Brushless Gimbal for Sony NEX-5R/5N/6/7 Cameras (Gimbal is 

balanced for the NEX 5R Camera & 16mm Prime Lense. Camera & lense are 

not included.)
 CCD Camera & H1 Vibration Isolation Plate for FPV Piloting

 iOSD Mark II integration for Switchable Live Video Feed

 FPV 8" Monitor with Sunscreen + Battery + Mounting Bracket for 

Transmitter

 FPV Video Transmitter + Video Receiver + Cables + Converter for Sony

NEX-5R/5N/6/7

 Foldable Arms with Convert-able Sport Mounting Position

 Foldable & Adjustable Landing Skids

 Foldable GPS Compass with Anti-Slip Bracket

 Naza-M V2 Flight Controller + PMU (Power Management Unit) + GPS 

System (Functions listed on the next line.)

 GPS-Lock, Return-to-Home, Course-Lock, Home-Lock

 4x Dynamically Balanced Brushless Motors

 4x 40A ESCs with Cooling Algorithm

 4x 15" Ultra Stiff Carbon Fiber Propellers

 8,000mAh 25C 6S (22.2V) LiPo Batteries for Turbo Ace Matrix

 B601 Professional Programmable Wall Charger

 User Instruction Manual in Flash Drive

MATRIX PACKAGE FEATURES & OPTIONS

 Triple Deck Carbon Fiber Architecture

 C4 Vibration Isolation Deck to eliminate jello effect on videos

 Foldable Arms that locks into portable or operating positions

 Naza-M Lite, Naza-M V2 & WooKong Flight Controller Selection

 GPS & Compass Functions include GPS-Lock, Home-Lock, Course-Lock & 

Return-to-Home

 Brushless Gimbal for gyro based auto-stabilization or Hard Mount with 

Vibration Isolation Options

 Centrally Located Rotation for camera & gimbal auto-stabilization 

eliminates the pendulum effect

 42mm Brushless Motors dynamically balanced to minimize vibrations

 40amp ESCs with Cooling Algorithm overspecced to support extended 

high torque operations

 15inch Extra Heavy Duty Carbon Fiber Propellers to resist flexing and 

warping under heavier payloads

 2.4GHz Standard & Long Range Walkera, Spektrum & Futaba Transmitters, 

Receivers & Telemetry

 Multiple Battery Mounting Positions on both top or bottom of main frame

 Single 8,000 & 10,000mah 6S (22.2V) LiPo Battery Options

 B601 or Quattro Professional Wall Charger Options

 Adjustable Landing Skid for a variety of surfaces

 Foldable GPS Compass with Locking Bracket for consistent alignment

 Adjustable Arms Mounting Position for aggressive forward sports flight
 FPV Live Feed Video available for a selection of cameras

 Flash Memory with detailed instructions

 Heavy Duty Aluminum Carrying Case will be available to fit Matrix, 

transmitter, gimbal & more.

 Training Package Options including small crash resistant quadcopters & 

flight simulators

MATRIX-E SPECIFICATION

 Dimensions Wingspan (including propellers): Diagonal=1160mm, 

Front=1040mm, Back=980mm

 Dimensions Operating Position (including propellers): W=840mm, 

L=790mm, H=130mm

 Dimensions Folded Position (including propellers): W=295mm, L=830mm, 

H=110mm

 Dimensions Motor to Motor: Diagonal=780mm

 Maximum Payload Capacity: Gimbal+Camera+Accessories=3.5LB, 

Gimbal+Camera+Accessories+8000mah Battery=6.2LB

 Maximum Optimal Payload Capacity: Gimbal+Camera+Asscessories=2.5LB, 

Gimbal+Camera+Accessories+8000mah Battery=5.2LB

 Matrix Weight without Payload/Battery: 4.8LB

 Typical Operating Weight with Hero3: Matrix+Gyrox-3+VTX& Power 

(5.33LB)+ Hero3 (.17LB) +VTX+8,000mah Battery (2.5LB) = 8LB

 Typical Operating Weight with Sony NEX 5R: Matrix-E+Gyrox5R+VTX&Power (5.5LB) + NEX-5R+Lense (1LB), 8,000mah Battery (2.5LB) = 

Total: 10LB

 Motors: Diameter=42mm, Height=35mm

 ESC: 40amp

 Propellers: 2xCW & 2xCCW, 15" Extra Robust Carbon Fiber Constructions, 

Dual Position Mount

 Battery Recommended: 8,000mah 6S (22.2V) 25C

 Flight Time: Matrix + 10,000mah Battery = 35min

 Flight Time: Matrix + 8,000mah Battery + Vibration Isolation Carbon Plates 

+ Hero3 = 30min

 Flight Time: Matrix-S + 8,000mah Battery + Brushless Gyrox3 Gimbal + 

Hero3 = 22-25min

 Flight Time: Matrix-E + 8,000mah Battery + Brushless Gyrox5R Gimbal & 

Sony NEX-5R = 12-15min

 Transmitter & Receiver Recommendation: 2.4GHz, Minimum 6-Channels, 

Optimal 7-Channels or more

 Standard Distance Operations: 300 to 500 feet (Using Walkera Devo 10 & 

Most Other Name Brand Transmitters)

 Long Distance Operations: 4,224 feet (.8miles) to 6,336 feet (1.2miles) 

(Using Spektrum DX8/DX18 & Futaba 14SG)
 FPV Recommendation: 5.8GHz Video Transmitter & Video Receiver + 

Monitor or Goggles

 Wind Tolerance: Class 5

 Aluminum Case Dimensions: L=935mm, W=410mm, H=145mm

CULMINATION OF INNOVATION, EXPERIENCE & EXECUTION

Leapfrogging quadcopter records with ease, the sporty new Matrix is crushing all 

competitions with its super sized wingspan. Yet, it folds down nicely to fit in a 

professional aluminum case along with the transmitter radio. Matrix's super efficient 6-

cell system powers 4 muscular 42mm brushless motors driving 15" carbon fiber 

propellers for unparalleled lifting capacity and stability. Conceptualized by master FPV 

pilots, Matrix is a quadcopter designed for rather than adapted to carrying cameras. To 

satisfy an almost insurmountable list of high expectations, Turbo Ace engineers set out 

on a journey of innovation and discovery. Applying more than 85 years of combined 

helicopter and multi-rotor expertise between our master pilot group, engineers and 

designers, the Matrix represents an ultimate breakthrough in quadcopter engineering 

and optimization. To search for the ultimate mix of performance and durability, Turbo 

Ace developers matched up countless motors, ESCs and propellers combinations 

followed by series of unrelenting updates and test flights. From planning and 

implementing the best components on a foldable structure, setting and meeting new 

milestones in flight time and payload, to executing crucial requirements for flight and 

camera stabilization, the Turbo Ace Matrix is truly a quadcopter beyond its time.

UNPRECEDENTED PAYLOAD & FLIGHT TIME

Matrix's big breakthrough is a 25-minute flight time carrying the #1 selling GoPro Hero3 

stabilized on the ultra fast 2-axis brushless Gyrox3 gimbal. Cutting out the gimbal but 

keeping the Hero3 on a vibration isolation plate will extend Matrix flight time beyond the 

amazing 30min threshold. Despite many unrealistic claims, the closest competition 

offers less than half the flight time. At about 3 times the size of a mid-sized quadcopter, 

heavier payloads exert disproportionatelly less impact on Matrix flight time than smaller 

quadcopter flight time. Without exception, even the top selling mid-sized quadcopters 

with 8" to 10" propellers will max out at 5-6 minutes with Hero3 and gimbal onboard. It's 

common for both vendors and end users to exaggerate or manipulate payload and flight 

time by gutting critical components inside quadcopters and cameras.

IDEAL UNOBSTRUCTED AUTO-STABILIZED CAMERA/GIMBAL 

LOCATION

Tired of propellers and landing skids framing your video? The Matrix's nose offers an 

ideal location with unobstructed view - no propellers even in wide angle videos, no skid 

landing when pointed down and no more annoying propellers shadows on the lenses. 

Although these are nagging issues, there are even more crucial factors in achieving 

stability. Because traditionally mounted cameras are about 8 inches below the main hub, 

a quadcopter's roll causes the camera to swing like a pendulum. Although a good 

gimbal is able to compensate for the roll axis movement, it's unable to address the 

horizontal movement that causes a video to shift from side to side as if a skater is 

holding the camera. By moving the gimbal and camera up to the level of the propellers, 
the Matrix design has basically eliminated the pendulum effect. Last but not least, 

gimbals are only as stable as the foundation they are mounted on. Bypassing the weight 

and slack of unstable undermounted gimbal platforms, Matrix's gimbal is mounted 

directly on the main frame to prevent oscillation from surfacing.

TRIPLE CARBON FIBER DECK FOR COMPREHENSIVE & VERSATILE 

INTEGRATION

In housing and supporting an extensive list of stock and upgrade components on a 

super-scaled quadcopter, Matrix's triple decked carbon fiber structure is extremely 

strong and versatile. Four foldable arms which double as supporting beams are 

securely sandwiched between the lower decks along with multiple ventilated ESC 

positions. The middle deck houses and protects all critical electronic components such 

as the flight controller, the GPS, LED and other optional systems. Versatile Battery and 

ESC mounting positions allows the operator to shift CG (center of gravity) upward, 

downward, forward and backward to accommodate a wide variety of payloads and flight 

characteristics. Mount the battery below the lower deck for more stable flights or move 

the battery to the upper deck to increase maneuverability. And to counter balance 

different camera payloads, you can shift the battery, ESCs and arms into optimal 

positions for proper CG.

ADDITIONAL C4 VIBRATION ISOLATION DECK TO ELIMINATE JELLO 

EFFECTS ON VIDEOS

High frequency vibration on cameras is the principal cause of jello effects on videos. 

Implemented on a vast scale, Matrix's C4 vibration isolation deck offers a 

comprehensive anti-vibration solution for gimbal, camera and flight controller. In 

contrast to skimpy isolation plates, rubber bands or balls, Matrix's C4 vibration 

roadblock encompasses the entire surface and mass of the upper decks including the 

weight of a top mounted battery to neutralize vibrations. By including an extra layer of 

vibration dampening for the flight controller, Matrix is also preserving a common practice 

amongst professional pilots. A flight controller's sensitive gyro system can often 

misinterpretate vibrations as part of an aircraft movement, leading to adjustments and 

counter adjustments that generates more vibrations. By addressing the cause and effect 

of vibrations, the Matrix platform offers the epitome of production quality videos without 

the risk and disappointment of software stabilization.

FOLDS AND FITS NEATLY INTO A CARRY-ON SIZED ALUMINUM CASE

No more awkward quadcopter with protruding arms and propellers to lug around. Unlike 

typical folding mechanisms, the Matrix's arms and landing skids are designed to lock 

into folded or operating positions so you don't have to sacrifice structural integrity for 

portability. Implementations of slotted tracks enable fast and secured transitions without 

the risk losing any hardware. For a day out in the park or a hiking trip, you can retract 

the arms and skids to reduce the footprint. And for traveling, foldable antenna enable 

the Matrix and the transmitter to slip comfortably into a professional aluminum case 

without dismounting the propellers and gimbal. Upon arrival at the flight location the 

operator can adjust the landing skid height to accommodate rougher terrain. An optional 

aluminum case even includes cutouts for transmitter, batteries, spare parts & tools. Who 
knows, you might have a trip planned for Europe and the very versatile Matrix can make 

a great companion as a carry-on.

DYNAMICALLY BALANCED MOTORS & OVER-SPECCED ESCS

For exceptionally smooth flights, Matrix super muscular 42mm brushless motors are 

dynamical balanced. Since brushless motors are hand wound, the mass center is 

usually not in alignment with the mechanical center. Using advanced electronic

balancing instruments, our factory spins up each motor then make proper adjustment to 

bring the mass center into alignment. Then to control and power the motors, Matrix 40A 

ESCs feature advanced multi-rotor algorithms which offers better performance and 

reliability than generic helicopter algorithms. Over-specced to sustain unrestrained 

amperage in higher torque for acceleration, extreme maneuvers and bigger payloads, 

Matrix is engineered to operating below capacity, so mechanical and electronic 

components stay relatively cooler even with consecutive flights.

STIFFER & THICKER DOUBLE-POINT MOUNTED 15" CARBON 

PROPELLERS

No propellers are created equal. 15" Matrix robust carbon fiber propellers are sculpted 

with extra thick mid-section to resists flex then tapers to efficient blades to cut through 

the air with minimal resistance. Traditional circular mounts are accidents waiting to 

happen because the force of rotating propellers will eventually unscrew the crown nuts 

during flight. Integrated double point mounts on Matrix motors and propellers eliminate 

this possibility and at the same time improve tracking precision because the propellers 

are forced to sit flat against the top of the motors. Another benefit of a flat mount is that 

there are no vulnerable protruding motor shafts. Slight deviations in traditional circular 

mounting holes or protruding motor shafts are extremely difficult to detect which magnify 

pitch and tracking variances, a major cause of vibrations and unstable flights. Since 

end-users are often required to purchase and mount propellers, Matrix's new hassle 

free mounting configuration is implemented to prevent vibration issues from surfacing.

SELECTABLE MANUAL, ATTITUDE & GPS FLIGHT MODES

A 3-positioned switch is setup on Matrix' transmitter for pilot to select between 3 

different flight modes. (1) With Manual Flight Mode, the absence of Gyro assisted flight 

makes it very difficult for the Pilot to stabilize and maneuver the quadcopter. (2) For 3-

axis gyro auto-stabilized flight, the Attitude Flight Mode will automatically keep the 

Matrix in a leveled and sustainable flight thus enabling the pilot to focus on maneuvering 

the quadcopter. (3) Finally, the GPS Flight Mode is the most often used mode because 

it combines the benefit of 3-axis gyro auto-stabilized flight with 4 advanced GPS based 

functions described below.

GPS-LOCK & RETURN-TO-HOME

Under GPS Flight Mode, (1) one of the most utilized GPS based functions is the GPSLock function. Simply release the cyclic stick and allow it to spring to the middle of the 

control and the Matrix will be locked into a fixed GPS location (longitude-lock and 

latitude-lock) with a tolerance of 3 to 5 feet radius. Another similar function from the 

Matrix flight controller, the Barometric-Lock can be activated by moving the throttle stick 
to the middle of the control and the Matrix will be locked into a fixed elevation (altitudelock). A hands-free hover modes is established when the pilot activates both the GPSLock and the Barometric-Lock simultaneously and the flight controller takes over. Either 

lock may also be used independently to hover in a fixed GPS coordinate with pilot 

controlled elevation or the longitude/latitude. By relinquishing controls to these autohover modes, the pilot can better focus on monitoring the video and controlling the 

camera. (2) Another popular GPS function is the Return-to-Home feature, a 

preprogrammed failsafe function that's automatically triggered by lose of remote control 

signals. Upon activation, the quadcopter will hover in place for a couple of seconds 

before elevating to a preprogrammed height and return to the home position for an 

automated landing sequence.

GPS BASED COURSE-LOCK & HOME-LOCK

Under GPS Flight Mode, there is dedicated 3-positioned carefree mode switch set up to 

access (3) Course-Lock, a compass based carefree mode that remembers the initial 

take-off direction of the flight which is used to consistently orient the quadcopter. Under 

Course-Lock, the transmitter radio must remain in the initial take-off direction until it's 

reset or until the quadcopter lands. For example, with the transmitter pointed in the 

eastward direction, a quadcopter takes off in eastward heading orientation then turns 

towards a northward heading. Without Course-Lock, a transmitter cyclic (directional) 

stick moved up towards the east will cause the quadcopter to head northward. Under 

Course-Lock, a cyclic stick moved up towards the east will cause the quadcopter to 

head eastward which is consistent with the initial take-off direction. In fact, by keeping 

the transmitter pointed in the initial eastward take-off direction, the cyclic stick direction 

will always correspond to the direction of the quadcopter no matter how the heading has 

changed. At any time the pilot may reset the initial direction by flipping the Carefree 

Mode Switch in and out of Course-Lock. (4) Lastly, there is another similar carefree 

mode with a twist. Home-Lock, a home coordinate based carefree mode is very similar 

to Course-Lock. The difference is that Home-Lock uses the home location as the 

consistent tail-in orientation for the entire flight. While this allows the pilot to constantly 

turn and follow the quadcopter, the pilot should not move away from the home location. 

And because GPS has a tolerance of 3-5 feet, Home-Lock is less precise than CourseLock. However, as the quadcopter gains more distance from the home position the 

precision improves dramatically. This is why Home-Lock will not and cannot be 

activated within a 30-feet circle from the home position. To use Home-Lock, the pilot 

usually maintains a tail-in orientation until the quadcopter is well beyond the 30-feet 

circle before assuming that Home-Lock has activated. At this point the pilot can 

constantly turn and point the transmitter at the quadcopter and the cyclic stick will 

always correspond directly to the quadcopter's direction. To bring the quadcopter back, 

the pilot simply pulls the cyclic towards himself - basically a manual controlled return-tohome function. Special caution is required when the quadcopter approaches the 30-feet 

circle because Home-Lock will automatically switch to Course-Lock. If the quadcopter 

enters the 30-feet circle from the initial take-off direction so that Home-Lock is equal to 

Course-Lock the pilot can assume that the quadcopter is under Course-Lock until the 

quadcopter lands. In summary, an experienced pilot uses the "Normal" flight mode 

because no help is required from GPS. Both Course-Lock & Home-Lock carefree flight 
modes enable the operator to pilot the quadcopter without keeping track of the 

quadcopter's tail position. This is especially useful if a less experienced pilot is rotating 

the quadcopter to pan the video. There is much less confusion for beginner pilots to 

stick with either "Normal" mode or use GPS assisted Course-Lock. Home-Lock is 

usually reserved for longer distance within-the-line-of-sight flight because it's a bit 

confusing to operate when it approaches the home position.

ULTRA DURABLE & MAINTENANCE FRIENDLY

All Matrix material and components are selected and built for reliability and durability. 

Premium carbon fiber is utilized in the main frame for its rigidity and light-weight 

properties. Wear resistant CNC aluminum is utilized in screw-mounted joints, brackets 

and posts. Tough Japanese bearings are implemented to guard against higher 

temperatures. Then for continued maintenance, Matrix is based on a modularized 

design with strategically placed high tensile strength connectors so it's extremely easy 

and cost effective to maintain and operate. With minimal disassembly, components can 

be independently removed and replaced to diagnose and repair problems. As with all 

Turbo Ace production models, well stocked Matrix parts and upgrades are 

manufactured in larger volumes and savings are passed on to end-users. Operators are 

encouraged to keep some backup parts such as spare propellers, screws and batteries 

for replacement. Complimentary Turbo Ace videos are available online to assist 

operators in maintaining and upgrading the Matrix.

EXPANDABILITY WITH OPEN ARCHITECTURE & UPDATABLE ONLINE 

FIRMWARE

Catering to research professionals and avid hobbyists, the Matrix welcomes a full 

spectrum of specialized modifications. An open architecture supports unparalleled 

flexibility for arm and frame extensions, variable motor mount options and ample space 

for peripheral integration. To get a head start on more advanced integrations, you can 

get an upgrade from the DJI Naza-M Lite to either the Naza-M V2 or WooKong flight 

controllers that are all supported with continued online updatable firmware. Multiple 

adjustable mounting positions are pre-drilled to accommodate third party gimbal 

integration.

FLIGHT CONTROLLER OPTIONS & SPECIFICATION
DJI NAZA-M LITE MULTI-ROTOR STABILIZATION CONTROLLER

 Support Multi-Rotor: Quad-Rotor I4, X4/ Hex-Rotor I6, X6, IY6, Y6

 Supported ESC Output: 400Hz Refresh Frequency

 Recommended Transmitter: PCM or 2.4GHz with minimum 4 channels

 Working Voltage Range: MC: 4.8V~5.5V

 Power Consumption: MAX 1.5W (0.3A@5V), Normal: 0.6W (0.12A@5V)

 Operating Temperature: -10 ~ 50 degree Celsius

 Assistant Software System Requirement: Windows XP sp3 / Windows 7 / 

Windows 8

 Maximum Yaw Angular Velocity: 200 Degree/Sec

 Maximum Tilt Angle: 45 Degree

 Ascent / Descent: +-6m/Sec

 MC: 25g

 GPS/Compass: 21.3g

 VU: 20g

 Dimensions: MC: 45.5mm x 31.5mm x 18.5mm, GPS/Compass 46mm (diameter) 

x 9mm, VU 32.2mm x 21.1mm x 7.7mm

 Built-in Functions: Three Modes Auto-pilot, Enhanced Failsafe, Low Voltage 

Protection, S-Bus Receiver Support, PPM Receiver Support, 2-Axis Gimbal

Support
DJI NAZA-M V2 MULTI-ROTOR STABILIZATION CONTROLLER

 Support Multi-Rotor: Quad-Rotor I4, X4/ Hex-Rotor I6, X6, IY6, Y6/

Octo-rotor I8,V8,X8

 Supported ESC Output: 400Hz Refresh Frequency

 Recommended Transmitter: PCM or 2.4GHz with minimum 4 channels

 Working Voltage Range: MC: 4.8V~5.5V

 Working Voltage Range: PMU input: 7.4V to 26.0V (recommend 2S to 6S Lipo)

 Power Consumption: MAX 3.15W (0.25A@12.6V), Normal: 1.638W 

(0.13A@12.6V)

 Operating Temperature: -10 ~ 50 degree Celsius

 Assistant Software System Requirement: Windows XP sp3 / Windows 7 / 

Windows 8

 Maximum Yaw Angular Velocity: 200/s

 Maximum Tilt Angle: 45

 Ascent / Descent: +-6m/s

 MC: 27g

 GPS/Compass: 27g

 PMU: 28g

 LED: 13g

 Dimensions: MC: 45.5mm x 32.5mm x 18.5mm, GPS/Compass 46mm (diameter) 

x 10mm, PMU 39.5mm x 27.5mm x 10.0mm, LED 25mm x 25mm x 7.0mm

 Built-in Functions: Three Modes Auto-pilot, Enhanced Failsafe, Low Voltage 

Protection, S-Bus Receiver Support, PPM Receiver Support, 2-Axis Gimbal 

Support

DJI A2 MULTI-ROTOR STABILIZATION CONTROLLER
Based on the technology and design philosophy of DJI’s Ace series of highperformance controllers, the A2 offers you a brand new flight experience. The A2 

adopts a full metal case design and utilizes high quality components precisely calibrated 

with temperature compensation in all gyros and sensors, industry renowned flight 

algorithm in flight control and UAV field.

Peripherals

 * Supported Multi-Rotor: Quad-Rotor: +4,x4; Hex-Rotor +6,x6,Y6,Rev Y6; Octo-Rotor +8,x8,V8

 * Supported ESC Output: 400Hz refresh frequency

 * Supported Transmitter for Built-in Receiver: Futaba FASST Series and DJI DESST Series

 * Supported External Receiver: Futaba S-Bus, S-Bus2, DSM2

 * Recommended Battery: 2S ~ 6S LiPo

 * Operating Temperature: -5°C to +60°C

 * Assistant Software System Requirement: Windows XP SP3 / 7 /8 (32 or 64 bit)

 * Other DJI Products Supported: Z15,H3-2D,iOSD,2.4G Data Link,S800 EVO

Flight Performance

 * Hovering Accuracy (In GPS Mode): Vertical: ± 0.5m; Horizontal: ± 1.5m

 * Max Yaw Angular Velocity: 150 deg/s

 * Max Tilt Angle: 35°

Electrical & Mechanical

 * Power Consumption: MAX 5W (Typical Value: 0.3A@12.5V

 * Built-In Functions: Built-in Receiver; Multiple Control Modes; 2-axis Gimbal Supported; Low Voltage 

Protection; PC & Bluetooth Ground Station

 * Built-In Functions: External Receiver Supported; Intelligent Orientation Control; Sound Alarm; 4 

Configurable Output
 * Total Weight: Total Weight: <= 224g(overall)

 * Flight Controller Dimensions: 54mm x 39mm x 14.9mm

 * IMU Dimensions: 41.3mm x 30.5mm x 26.3mm

 * GPS-Compass Pro Dimensions: 62mm (diameter) x 14.3mm

 * LED-BTU-I Dimensions: 30mm x 30mm x 7.9mm

 * PMU Dimensions: 39.5mm x 27.6mm x 9.8mm

CAMERAS

Aerial camera mounted under quadcopter serves two main purposes. (1) First and 

foremost, cameras are used for the purpose of recording videos or taking still 

photographs. Preferably, a DSLR camera is mounted on an auto-stabilized gyro based 

gimbal (camera mount) to stabilize the camera's horizon. (2) For more experienced 

pilots, a camera can be used for the purpose of piloting the quadcopter from the point of 

view of the camera aka FPV (first-person-view) piloting. If the camera is either mounted 

directly on the quadcopter without stabilization so the pilot can experience the tilt (pitch) 

& roll of the hexacopter. If the camera is auto-stabilized, OSD (on-screen-display) may 

be required to overlay artificial horizon and flight status on live feed video.

VIBRATION ISOLATION MOUNT & AUTO-STABILIZED CAMERA

MOUNTS ON MATRIX

Employing vibration isolation mount for camera can significantly dampen high frequency 

vibrations to prevent rolling shutter & jello effects on videos. And for more professional 

applications, we can optionally add gyro based camera mounts to automatically stabilize 

cameras to accommodate quadcopter's tilt & roll movements to maintain a leveled video 

horizon. To control the camera's aim, a dial switch on the transmitter radio enables the 

pilot to tilt the camera up or down. With the freedom to maneuver and turn the 

quadcopter from different perspectives, heights and angles, one can achieve an endless 

variety of high quality shots and videos.

H3 Vibration Isolation Mount

 Vibrations Dampening (for GoPro Hero2/3 & other small cameras)

 GoPro Tripod Mount & Tripod Screw

 Super Light Weight Configuration Enables Dual Battery Setup for Extended Flight 

Time

Gyrox-3 Brushless 2-Axis Gimbal

 Super Fast Auto-Stabilized Roll-Axis

 Super Fast Pilot Controlled & Auto-Stabilized Tilt-Axis

 Expanded Tilt-Axis Angle Enables the Camera to Point Straight Down
 Optimized Stabilization & Mounting for GoPro Hero3 Camera Only

Gyrox-5R Brushless 2-Axis Gimbal

 Super Fast Auto-Stabilized Roll-Axis

 Super Fast Pilot Controlled & Auto-Stabilized Tilt-Axis

 Expanded Tilt-Axis Angle Enables the Camera to Point Straight Down

 Optimized Stabilization & Mounting for Sony NEX-5R/5N/6/7 Cameras

FPV Live Feed Video

Live feed video enables the pilot or cameraman to see real time videos from the 

camera's point of view which is synonymous to FPV (first-person-view). In contrast to 

slower and shorter distanced WiFi video streaming on cameras, aerial FPV requires 

much longer distance transmission without visible delay. A video transmitter is usually 

attached to a camera's video-out port transmits the video signals. A matching video 

receiver located next to the pilot or cameraman receives the video signal that is then 

plugged into a monitor's video-in port for displaying the video. There are 2 main 

purposes for aerial FPV. (1) To enable pilot/cameraman to see and frame videos or still 

shots by adjusting the gimbal and/or the quadcopters location and orientation. (2) To 

enable pilot to see and fly from the point of view of the camera (view from the cockpit). If 

a camera is hard mounted without auto-stabilization, the video will reflect the tilt (pitch) 

and roll of the quadcopter. If a camera is auto-stabilized on a gimbal, an OSD (onscreen-display) may be implemented to overlay artificial horizon and flight data on the 

auto-stabilized video that does not reflect the tilt and roll of hexacopter.

FPV From 600TVL Camera

 Lighter TVL camera is easy to set up and promotes longer flight time.

 Composite video output & standardized plug enable simple connection to video 

transmitter.

 Hard mounted on the Hexacopter, TVL camera can be used for FPV piloting & 

surveillance.

 Mounted on under or above the gimbal, TVL camera can be aligned with DSLR 

camera for framing your videos and stills.

FPV From Hero3 or HD Camera

 You can see exactly what the Hero3 or HD camera is capturing for framing your 

video and stills.

 Special cable connector is provided for video transmitter to plug into the Hero3 or 

HD camera's video out port

 Examples of cameras supported: Hero3 & Sony NEX 5N/6N/7N
STANDARD & LONG DISTANCE TRANSMITTERS FOR MATRIX

Due to safety and equipment concerns, transmitter reliability is crucial in professional 

quadcopter operations. Without an established standard of verification, it's common 

place for transmitter brands to overstate operating distance by discounting the 

importance of reliability. A typical transmitter spec for 2,000 feet range may only be 

reliable 80% of the time and you can easily lost your equipment in several flights at 300 

feet. Only extensive field testing over several months - not biased reviews based on 

several test flights - are true indicators of consistently reliable operating range.

Walkera F7 Transmitter

 2.4GHz Transmitter with 7 Channels

 RX701 Receiver with 7 Channels

 Telemetry Installed for Updated Flight Battery Status to Trigger Low Battery 

Alarm

 Standard Distance of 300-500 Feet

 Build-in 3.5" Color LCD Screen for FPV Live Video Display

 Compatible only with DV04 Camera

Futaba 14SG Long Distance Transmitter

 2.4GHz FASSTEST Transmitter with 14 Channels

 R7800SB Bi-Directional Receiver with 8 Channels (Optional: R6106HFC 

Receiver for 6 additional channels)

 S.Bus2 Bi-Directional Protocol for Additional Servos, Telemetry & Other Auxiliary 

Functions

 Telemetry Voltage Sensor Installed for Updated Flight Battery Status to Trigger 

Low Battery Alarm

 Ultra Reliable Standard & Long Distance of 1 to 1.2 Mile (Upgradable to EZUHF 

for up to 25 miles)

 Overwhelmingly Recommended by Professional RC Pilot Groups

TRANSMITTER & RECEIVER OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

Standard remote control transmitters and receivers utilized with the Matrix quadcopter 

operate under FCC Part 15 (S29DEVO-10, BRWDAMTX11, AZPT14SG-24G, 

S29TX5803) in either legal 2.4GHz and/or 5.8GHz frequencies. In general, advanced 

quadcopters require a minimum of 7 channels under the 2.4GHz frequency range: 4 

channels for piloting controls, 2 channels for the GPS and 1 channel for controlling the 

tilt-axis of the gimbal. Extended distance transmitters usually employ several methods 
to promote signal strength and reliability. (1) Frequency-hopping spread spectrum 

(FHSS) is a method of transmitting radio signals by rapidly switching between several 

frequencies to seek the least amount of traffic. (2) Dual paths diversity enable the 

signals to reach two receivers or antennas mounted in different locations on the 

quadcopter so the system can utilize the strongest signal path. Bi-directional 

communications between transmitter and receiver can also utilize feedback signal 

strength to traget the best frequencies in real time (3) In case of signal disruptions, 

algorithm for ultra fast signal recovery enables the transmitter and receiver to quickly 

rebind for uninterrupted operations. Products using permitted frequencies without 

certification will require an amateur radio (ham) license. It is the operator's 

responsibilities to ensure the use of such products meet their individual 

countries' federal and local government's rules or regulations for RF devices. If 

you are unsure of your government's requirement or unable to comply with them, 

please do not purchase this product. Please do not alter the purchased product in 

violation of said rules and regulations because Wow Hobbies cannot be held 

liable for operator's misuse or modification of a legal product.

Phantom 2 Specifications:
General Features Ready to Fly, Multifunctional Quad-rotor System

Customized H3-2D and H3-3D Gimbal Support

Precision Flight and Stable Hovering

25min Flight Time & Smart Battery

Auto Return-to-Home & Landing

Advanced Power Management

Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)

Easy Battery Replacement

Self-tightening Propeller

Video Downlink Support

CAN-Bus Expansion Module

Aircraft

Weight (Battery & Propellers Included)

1000g

Hover Accuracy (Ready To Fly)

Vertical: 0.8m;

Horizontal: 2.5m

Max Yaw Angular Velocity

200°/s

Max Tilt Angle

35°

Max Ascent / Descent Speed

Ascent: 6m/s; Descent: 2m/s

Max Flight Speed

15m/s(Not Recommended)

Diagonal Length

350mm

Flight Time

25mins

Take-Off Weight

≤1300g

Operating Temperature

-10°C ~ 50°C

Supported Battery

DJI Smart Battery

DJI Smart Battery

Type

3S LiPo
Capacity

5200mAh, 11.1V

Charging Environment Range

0°C to 40°C

Discharging Environment Range

-20°C to 50°C

2.4GHz Remote Control

Operating Frequency

2.4GHz ISM

Communication Distance (Open Area)

1000m

Receiver Sensitivity (1%PER)

-97dBm

Working Current/Voltage

120 mA@3.7V

Built-In LiPo Battery Working Current/Capacity

3.7V, 2000mAh