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us Department of Transportation Exemption Request Pursuant to Section 333 of the'FAA' r.,. 

Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation 

October 6, 2015 

John Gentile 

5529 E. Saint John Rd 

Scottsdale, AZ 85254 

gentile3364@gmail.com 

U.S Department of Transportation Docket Management System 

1200 New Jersey Ave., sE Washington oc 20590 

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Re: Exemption Request Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the 

Federal Aviation 

Regulations from: 14 CFR 21 subpart H; 14 CFR 45.23(b}; 14 CFR 61.113(a) and (b); 14 CFR 

91.7(a); 14 CFR91.9(b)(2); 14 CFR 91.103; 14 CFR 91.109; 14 CFR 91.119(c); 14 CFR 91.121; 14 

CFR 91.151(a); 14 CFR 91.203(a) and (b); 14 CFR 91.405 (a); 14 CFR 91.407 (a) (1} 14 CFR 

91.409 (a}(1) and (2); 14 CFR 91.417(a) and (b) 

Dear Sir or Madam: 

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

and 14 CFR Part 11 of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), John Gentile 

hereby applies for ·an exemption from the listed Federal Aviation Regulations 

("FARs") to allow commercial operation of 

Designated UAS, provided such operations are conducted within and under the conditions 

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

Thank you in advance for your consideration. 

Commercial operation of an UAS, as described herein, which are equipped with camera(s) and 

sensors, would provide professional services in the following areas: 

1. Real Estate 

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

designated uAs as set forth in this document under controlled conditions in the NAS 

that would be a) limited b) controlled c) predetermined and d) safe. Approval of 

this exemption would increase public awareness of uAs operations and enhance 

safety to aid in fulfilling 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 ... 

The name and address of the applicant is 

· John Gentile 

5529 E. Saint John Rd 

Scottsdale, AZ 85254 

gentile3364@gmail.com 

from which the exemption is requested: 14 CFR Part 21 subpart H 

14 CFR 45.23 (b) 

14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b) 

14 CFR 91.7 (a) 

14 CFR 91.9 (b) (2) 

14 CFR 91 .1 03 

14 CFR 91.109 

14 CFR 91.119 (c) 

14 CFR 91.121 

14CFR91.151 (a) 

14 CFR 91.203 (a) 

14 CFR 91.405 (a) 

14 CFR 91.407 (a) 

14 CFR 91.409 (a) 

14 CFR 91.417 (a): 

John Gentile 

will operate one Or more Of the Following model UAS 

Yuneec Q500 

safety requirements. The approval of this application presents no national security issues. 

Regarding the level of safety surrounding the proposed operations and the public benefit, 

reduction in environmental impacts, including but not limited to reduced emissions and noise, the 

grant of the requested exemption is in the public interest. Accordingly, the applicant graciously 

requests that the FAA grant the requested exemption. 

AIRCRAFT AND EQUIVALENT LEVEL OF SAFETY 

The operation limitations proposed for an equivalent or higher level of safety because operations 

will further enhance the safety of the persons and/or property using conventional aircraft. These 

limitations and conditions to which the applicant agrees to adhere to when conducting commercial 

operations under the FAA issued exemption as set forth in the Flight Operations Manual (FOM) 

include: 
1. The UAS will weigh significantly less than 55 lbs. It weighs less than 4 pounds with battery and 

camera. 

2. The UAS, depending on the model in operation, will have a maximum operating speed of 

no more than 50mph. 

3. Flights will be operated within line of sight of the Pilot in Command (PIC) and/or Visual 

Observer (VO). 

4. Maximum flight time for each operational flight will be depending on the UAS model in 

operation, but will not exceed 30 minutes. Flights will be terminated at 25% battery power reserve 

or 30 minutes of flight time whichever occurs first. 

5. Flights will be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) and 

not more than 200 feet above an elevated platform from which filming is planned. 

6. Minimum crew for each operation will consist of the UAS Pilot and at least one Visual Observer 

(VO), and may include a third, but separate, Camera Operator (CO). 

7. The UAS pilot will be a designated Pilot in Command (PIC) . The PIC will have logged a 

minimum of 20 hours on the designated UAS. 

8. A safety briefing will be performed prior to each day's flights consisting of all the days' 

Production activities. 

9. All flight activities will be logged. 

10. All flights will occur under Visual Flight Rules Meteorological Conditions (VMC) only. 

11. The flights will occur in Class G airspace no closer than a Smile radius of the geographic 

center/Airport Reference Point (ARP) of a tower controlled or uncontrolled airport. 

12. Flights will not be closer than a 5 mile radius of the geographic center/Airport. 

13. The operator will do a pre check of aircraft prior to each flight. And log each flight. 

14. The operator will obtain verbal/written consent of all persons involved with the planned 

operation and ensure that only consenting persons will be allowed within 1 00 feet of the flight 

operation, and the radius may be reduced to 30 feet based upon an equivalent level of safety 

determination, as U.S. Department of Transportation required under the FOM. With the advanced 

permission of the FSDO, operations at closer range may be approved. 

15. The PIC and VO will have been trained in operation of UAS and receive up to date 

information for the particular UAS to be operated. 
16. The PIC and VO will be able to communicate by voice and/or radio at all times. 

17. The PIC will abide by all rules 

18. If the UAS loses communications with the remote controller or loses GPS signal, the UAS 

will have the capability to return to a predetermined 

location within a designated location and 

land autonomously. 

19. The UAS will have the capability to abort a flight in case of emergencies with an 

automated "Return Home and Land" function. 

20. The UAS will have the capability to abort a flight in case of unpredicted obstacles, 

weather, or emergencies such as low battery. 

14 c.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates 14 C.F.R. §91.203 (a) (1) Subpart H, 

entitled Airworthiness Certificates, establishes the procedural requirements for the issuance of 

airworthiness certificates as required by FAR §91.203 (a) (1 ). Given the size and limited operating 

area associated with the aircraft to be utilized by the Applicant, an exemption from Part 21 

Subpart H meets the requirements of an equivalent level of safety under Part 11 and Section 333 

of the Reform Act. The Federal Aviation Act (49 U.S.C.§44701 (f)) and Section 

333 of the Reform Act both authorize the FAA to exempt aircraft from the requirement tor an 

airworthiness certificate, upon consideration of the size, weight, speed, operational capability, and 

proximity to airports and populated areas of the particular UAS. In all cases, an analysis 

of these criteria demonstrates that the UAS operated without an airworthiness certificate in 

the restricted environment and under the conditions proposed will be at least as safe, or safer, 

than a conventional aircraft (fixed wing or rotorcraft) operating with an airworthiness certificate 

without the restrictions and conditions proposed. The UAS to be operated hereunder is less than 

55 lbs. fully loaded, carries neither a pilot nor passenger, carries no explosive materials 

or flammable liquid fuels, and operates exclusively within a secured and designated area. 

Unlike other civil aircraft, operations under this exemption will be tightly controlled and monitored 

by both the operator and under the requirements and in compliance with local public safety 

requirements. These safety enhancements provide a greater degree of safety to the public and 

property owners than conventional operations conducted with airworthiness certificates issued 

under 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Lastly, application of these same 

criteria demonstrates that there is no credible threat to national security posed by the UAS, due to 

its size, speed of operation, location of operation, lack of explosive materials or flammable liquid 

fuels, and inability to carry a substantial external load. 14 C.F.R. § 45.23 (b). Marking of the 

Aircraft The regulation requires: When marks include only the Roman capital letter "N" and the 

registration number is displayed on limited, restricted or light sport category aircraft or 

experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, the operator must also display on that aircraft 

near each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot station, in letters not less than 2 inches nor more 

than 6 inches high, the words "limitedf "restricted! "light sportf "experimental! or "provisional! as 

applicable 

14 C.F.R. § 45.23 (b). Marking of the Aircraft The regulation requires: When marks include only the 

Roman capital letter "N" and the registration number is displayed on limited, restricted or light 
sport 

category aircraft or experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, 

the operator must also display on that aircraft near each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot 

station, in letters not less than 2 inches nor more than 6 inches high, the words "limitedf 

"restricted! "light sportf 

"experimentalf or "provisional! as applicable. Even though the UAS 

will have no airworthiness certificate, an exemption may be needed as the UAS will have no 

entrance to the cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which the word "Experimental" can be placed. 

Given the size of the UAS, two inch 

lettering will be impossible. The word "Experimental" will be placed on the fuselage in compliance 

with §45.29 (f). US Department of Transportation February 20, 2015 The equivalent level of safety 

will be provided by having the UAS marked 

on its fuselage as required by §45.29 (f) where the pilot, observer and others working with the 

UAS will see the identification of the UAS as "Experimental." 14 C.F.R. § 61.113 (a) and (b The 

proposed UAS 

operations may achieve an equivalent level of safety as achieved by current Regulations because 

the applicant's UAS do not carry any pilots or passengers nor property. The risks attendant to the 

It is believed that the operation and limitations set forth in the FOM will equate to the safe 

operation of the UAS. 

14 C.F.R. §91.7{a): Civil Aircraft Airworthiness. The regulation requires that no person may 

operate a civil aircraft unless it is in airworthy condition. As there will be no airworthiness 

certificate issued for the aircraft, should this exemption be granted, no FAA regulatory standard 

will exist for determining airworthiness. Given the size of the aircraft for maintenance and use of 

safety checklists prior to each flight, an equivalent level of safety will be provided. 14 C.F.R. § 91.9 

(b) (2): Civil Aircraft Right Manual in the Aircraft. Section 91.9 (b) {2) 

provides: No person may operate a U.S.registered 

civil aircraft ... (2) For which an Airplane 

or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is not required by §21.5 of this chapter, unless there is available in the 

aircraft a current approved airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, 

markings, and placards, or any combination thereof. The UAS, given its size and configuration has 

no ability or place to carry such a flight manual on the aircraft, not only because there is no pilot 

on board, but because there is no room or capacity to carry such an item on the aircraft. The 

equivalent level of safety will be maintained by keeping the flight manual at the ground control 

point where the pilot flying the UAS will have immediate access to it. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.103: Preflight Action. This regulation requires each pilot in command to take certain 

actions before flight to insure the safety of flight. As FAA approved rotorcraft flight manuals will not 

be provided for the aircraft an exemption will be needed. The PIC will take all actions as stated in 

the FOM in Section 4 under Normal Procedures including but not limited to reviewing weather, 

flight battery requirements, landing and takeoff distances and aircraft performance data before 

initiation of flight 

14 C.F.R. §91.109: Flight Instruction. Section 91.103 provides that no person may operate a 

civil aircraft (except a manned free balloon) that is being used for flight instruction unless that 

aircraft has fully functioning dual controls. UAS and remotely piloted aircraft, by their design 

do not have fully functional dual controls. Flight control is accomplished through the use of a 

control box that communicates with the aircraft via radio communications. the FAA has approved 

exemptions for flight training without fully functional dual controls for a number of aircraft and for 

flight instruction in experimental aircraft. The equivalent level of safety is provided by the fact that 

neither a pilot nor passengers will be carried in the aircraft and by the size and speed of the 

aircraft. 
14 C.F.R. §91.119: Minimum Safe Altitudes. Section 91.119 establishes safe altitudes for 

operation of civil aircraft. Section 91.119 (d) allows helicopters to be operated at less than the 

minimums prescribed, provided the person operating the helicopter complies with any route or 

altitudes prescribed for helicopters by the FAA. As this exemption is for a UAS that is a helicopter 

and the exemption requests authority to operate at altitudes up to 400 AGL, or not more than 200 

above an elevated platform from which filming is planned, an exemption may be needed to allow 

such operations. As set forth herein, the UAS will never operate at higher than 400 AGL with the 

exception that in circumstances where the UAS is used to survey or photograph a structure whose 

height exceeds 400 feet AGL, the UAS will not be operated more than 200 feet above the highest 

point on the structure. It will however be operated in a restricted area with security perimeter, 

where buildings and people will not be exposed to operations without their pre obtained consent. 

The equivalent level of safety will be achieved 

given the size, weight, and speed of the UAS as well as the location where it is operated. No flight 

will be taken without the permission of the property owner or local officials. Because of the 

advance notice to the property owner and participants in the filming activity, all affected 

individuals will be aware of the planned flight operations. Compared to flight operations with 

aircraft or rotorcraft weighting far more than the maximum SSibs. proposed herein and the lack of 

flammable fuel, any risk associated with these operations is far less than those presently 

presented with conventional aircraft operating at or below 500 AGL. In addition, the low altitude 

operations of the UAS will ensure separation between these UAS operations and 

the operations of conventional aircraft that must comply with Section 91.119. 14 C.F.R. §91.121 

Altimeter Settings. This regulation requires each person operating an aircraft to maintain cruising 

altitude by reference to an altimeter that is set " ... to the elevation of the departure airport or an 

appropriate altimeter setting available before departure." As the UAS may not have a barometric 

altimeter, but instead a GPS altitude read out, an u.s. exemption may be needed. An equivalent 

level of safety will be achieved by the operator, pursuant to the safety check list and live flight 

data monitoring, confirming the altitude of the launch site shown on the GPS altitude indicator 

before flight. 14 C.F.R. § 91.151 (a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions Section 

91.151 (a) prohibits an individual from beginning "a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions 

unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first 

point of intended landing, and, assuming normal cruising speed- (1) During the day, to fly after 

that for at least 30 minutes; or (2) At night, to fly after that for at least 45 minutes." The applicant 

believes that an exemption from 14 CFR §91.151(a) falls within the scope of prior exemptions. 

Operating the UAS in a tightly controlled area where only people and property owners or official 

representatives who have signed waivers will be allowed does not engender the type of risks that 

Section 91.151 (a) was intended to alleviate given the size and speed of the small UAS. The 

applicant believes that an equivalent level of safety can be achieved by limiting flights to 30 

minutes or 25% of battery power- whichever happens first. This restriction would be more than 

adequate to return the UAS to its planned landing zone from anywhere in its limited operating 

area. 

14 C.F.R. §91.203 (a) and (b): Carrying Civil Aircraft Certification and Registration The regulation 

provides in pertinent part: (a) Except as provided in§ 91.715, no person may operate a civil 

aircraft unless it has within it the following: (1) An appropriate and current airworthiness certificate 

. . .• (b) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by 

paragraph (a) of this section or a special flight authorization issued under §91. 715 is displayed at 

the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew. The UAS fully loaded 

weighs well under the proposed 551 b 

limit and is operated without an onboard pilot. As such, there is no ability or place to carry 

certification and registration documents or to display them on the UAS. An equivalent level of 
safety will be achieved by keeping these documents at the ground control point where the pilot 

flying the UAS will have immediate access to them, to the extent they are applicable to the UAS. 

14C.F.R. §91.405 (a); 407 (a) (1}; 409 (a) (2); 417(a) & (b): Maintenance Inspections. These 

regulations require that an aircraft operator or owner "shall have that aircraft inspected as 

prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall between required inspections, except as provided in 

paragraph (c) of this section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this 

chapter. .. ," and others shall inspect or maintain the aircraft in compliance with Part 43. Given that 

these sections and Part 43 apply only to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, these sections 

will not apply to the applicant. Maintenance will be accomplished by the operator pursuant to the 

flight manual and operating handbook. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved because the 

UAS is very limited in size and will carry a small payload and operate only in restricted areas for a 

limited period of time. If mechanical issues arise the UAS can land immediately and will be 

operating from no higher than 400 feet AGL. The operator will ensure that the UAS is in working 

order prior to initiating flight, perform required maintenance, and keep a log of any maintenance 

performed. Moreover, the operator is the person most familiar with the aircraft and best suited to 

maintain the aircraft in an airworthy condition to provide the equivalent level of safety. An 

equivalent level of safety will be achieved because maintenance and inspections will be 

performed in accordance with the 

UAS Manufacturer's User Manual. As provided in the FOM, and a link on last page, the operator 

will ensure that the UAS is in working order prior to initiating flight and perform required 

maintenance needed. 

Additional Information. 

The applicant John Gentile believes this exemption request and associated 

safety considerations adequately satisfy criteria provided in Section 333 of the 

Reform Act of 2012, providing sufficient justification for the granting of 

commercial operations of the applicant1

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UAS. 

The applicant, John Gentile requests your respective approval of this Section 3 

exemption petition request 
Thank you for your attention in this matter. Please notify John Gentile 

of your actions, and or approvals. Thank you, for your interest in this request 

Sincerely, 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 

2 INTRODUCTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 

3 NOTICES AND WARNINGS 

4 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 

5 FCC INFORMATION 

6 Q500 RTF CONTENTS 

7 BATIERY WARNINGS AND USAGE GUIDELINES 

8 CHARGING THE BATIERIES 

9 PREPARING THE CG02-GB 

9 INSTALLING THE PROPELLERS 

10 Q500, CG02-GB AND ST10 OVERVIEW 

11 ST10 DISPLAY 

12 ST10 ACCESSORIES 12 FLIGHT CONTROLS 13 FLIGHT CONTROLS - SMART MODE 

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15 FLIGHT CONTROLS- ANGLE (PILO16 FLIGHT CONTROLS- HOME MOD17 LED STATUS INDICATIONS 

19 TAKING PHOTOS AND RECORDIN

20 INSTALLING THE FLIGHT BATIERY 

20 GPS FUNCTIONALITY 

21 PREPARING TO FLY 

22 FLYING 23 DISABLING GPS 23 GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE 

24 COMPASS CALIBRATION 26 ST10 AND RECEIVER BINDING 

27 ST10 AND CG02-GB BINDING 

28 TROUBLESHOOTING 

29 WARRANTY INFORMATION 
INTRODUCTION 

Change your perspective with the Yuneec Q500 Typhoon aerial photography and videography (APV) system. The system arri

and test flown including the innovative 3-axis CG02-GB that records full HD 1080p (60, 50 or 48 fps) video and takes 12 m

built-in digital video downlink delivers streaming video that can be viewed right on the screen of the included ST10 trans

Station. With the Q500 it's never been easier to capture amazing photographs and video footage for a wide variety of uses. 

And although the Q500 is nearly ready to fly right out the box, please take the time to read through this entire instruction ma

safety, battery charging, flight controls and more before making your first flight. Please also visit www.Yuneec.com for add

product updates, bulletins, videos and more. 

SPECI FICT ATIONS 

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Height: 210mm (8.3 in) 

Length (without rotor blades): 420mm (16.5 in) 

Width (without rotor blades): 420mm (16.5 in) 

Diameter (without rotor blades): 565mm (22.2 in) 

Propeller/Rotor Blade Diameter: 330mm (13.0 in) 

Weight (without battery and payload): 1130g (40.0 oz) 

Takeoff Weight (with battery and CG02-GB): 1700g 

(60.0 oz) 

Battery: 5400mAh 3S 11.1V LiPo (included) 

Charger: DC 3S 11.1V LiPo balancing and AC adapter 

(included) 

Transmitter: ST10 10-channel 2.4GHz with 5.8GHz 

video link (included) 

Flight Time: 20-25 minutes 

CG02-GB 

Height: 115mm (4.5 in) 

Width: 75mm (2.9 in) 

Depth: 135mm (1.4 in) 

Weight: 185g (6.5 oz) 

Video Resolution: 1080p 60, 50 or 48 fps 

Photo Resolution: 12 megapixels 

Transmission Distance/Range: Up to 600m (1970 ft) 

depending on receiving device 

Transmission Band: 5.8GHz 

Storage (memory): microSD Class 10 up to 128GB 

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NOTICES AND WARNINGS 

IMPORTANT NOTE: All safety precautions and warnings, instructions, warranties and other collateral information is subject 

tion of Yuneec. For the most up-to-date information please visit the corresponding product page at www.Yuneec.com or conta

or authorized distributor. 

The following special language terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm w

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of property damage and/or little to no possibility of i

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage and/or a possibility of serio

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage and/or s

probability of superficial injury. 

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE quick start guide and instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product 

operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. 

WARNING: This is a sophisticated consumer product. It must be operated with caution and common sense, and requires so

Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in damage to the product, property and/or cause 

is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this p

the instructions provided by Yuneec. The quick start guide and instruction manual contain instructions for safety, operation an

to read and follow all the instructions and warnings prior to assembly, setup and/or use in order to operate the product co

serious injury. 

AGE RECOMMENDATION: NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS. THIS IS NOT A TOY. 

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 

KEEP CLEAR OF THE 

SPINNING PROPELLERS! 

DO NOT FLY NEARBY TALL THE MAXIMUM FLYING 

BUILDINGS/OBSTRUCTIONS ALTITUDE FOR THIS AIRCRAFT 

(100° MINIMUM CLEARANCE IS SOOOFT ABOVE SEA LEVEL! 

REQUIRED) 

DO NOT FLY OVER 

CROWDS! 

DO NOT FLY NEAR 

AIRPORTS! 

WARNING: Failure to use this product in the intended manner as described in the quick start guide and instruction manual 

product, property and/or cause serious injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) multirotor aircraft, APV platform, drone, etc. is not a 

serious bodily harm and damage to property. 

WARNING: As the user of this product you are solely and wholly responsible for operating it in a manner that does not enda

result in damage to the product or the property of others. 

• Keep your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the spinning propellers/rotor blades and other moving parts 

could impact or become entangled away from the propellers/rotor blades including debris, parts, tools, loose clothing, etc. 

• Always operate your aircraft in open areas that are free from people, vehicles and other obstructions. Never fly near or 

buildings. 

• To ensure proper operation and safe flight performance never attempt to operate your aircraft nearby buildings or other ob

a clear view of the sky and can restrict GPS reception. 

• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft in areas with potential magnetic and/or radio interference including areas nearb

transmission stations, high voltage power lines, etc. 

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your aircraft to avoid collisions and/or injury. This aircraft is controlled 

interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control. 

• To ensure proper and safe operation of the automatic landing function in Home Mode you must start the motors with the a

at least 10 feet (approximately 3 meters) of clear and open space around it and achieve a proper GPS lock. 

• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft with any worn and/or damaged components, parts, etc. (including, but not limited to

blades, old batteries, etc.). 

• Never operate your aircraft in poor or severe weather conditions including heavy winds, precipitation, lightning, etc. 

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• Always operate your aircraft starting with a fully charged battery. Always land as soon as possible after the first level low vol

immediately after the second level low voltage battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible alerts from the t

station). 

• Always operate your aircraft when the voltage of the battery in the transmitter/personal ground station is in a safe range 

charge status icon on the screen of the transmitter/personal ground station). 

• Always keep the aircraft in clear line of sight and under control, and keep the transmitter/personal ground station powe

powered on. 

• Always move the throttle control stick down fully and turn off the motors in the event the propellers/rotor blades come int

• Always allow components and parts to cool after use before touching them and flying again. • Always remove batteries after use and store/transport them per the corresponding guidelines. • Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specifically designed and protected for use in water. 

electronic components and parts. 

• Never place any portion of the aircraft or any related accessories, components or parts in your mouth as doing so could cause 

• Always keep chemicals, small parts and electronic components out of the reach of children. 

• Carefully follow the instructions and warnings included with this aircraft and any related accessories, components or parts (

chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.). 

CAUTION: The electronic speed controls (ESCs) installed in the Q500 are not compatible with any other product, and the Q50

other ESCs. Use of any other ESCs in the Q500 will cause a crash, which may result in damage to the product, property and/o

FCC INFORMATION 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 

and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the use

equipment. 

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the ap

ing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range. 

Antenna Separation Distance: 

Maintain a separation distance of at least 2 in (50mm) between your body (not including your fingers, hands and wrists) and t

exposure safety requirements determined by FCC regulations. 

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QSOO RTF CONTENTS 

The Q500 RTF includes everything needed to fly right out of the box. There's nothing extra to buy or provide! 

1 Q500 RTF Airframe w/lnstalled CG02-GB 

2 ST10 Transmitter and Personal Ground Station 

3 ST10 LCD Screen Sun Shade/Shield 

4 ST10 Neck Strap 

5 ACto DC USB Adapter/Charger 

6 USB to Micro USB Cable 

7 USB Interface/Programmer 

8 5400mAh 3S 11.1V LiPo Battery 

9 3S 11.1V LiPo Balance Connector Charge Lead 

10 DC 3S 11.1V LiPo Balancing Charger 

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11 DC Automo

Cigarette L

12 ACto DC A

13 8GB microS

14 Motor Hold

15 Propellers/R
BATTERY WARNINGS AND USAGE GUIDELINES 

WARNING: Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are significantly more 

volatile than alkaline, NiCd or NiMH batteries. All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly to prevent property damage and/or 

serious injury as the mishandling of LiPo batteries can result in fire. By 

handling, charging or using the included LiPo battery you assume all risks 

associated with LiPo batteries. If you do not agree with these conditions 

please return the complete product in new, unused condition to the place 

of purchase immediately. 

• You must always charge the LiPo battery in a safe, well-ventilated area 

away from flammable materials. 

• Never charge the LiPo battery unattended at any time. When charging 

the battery you must always remain in constant observation to monitor the 

charging process and react immediately to any potential problems that may 

occur. 

• After flying/discharging the LiPo battery you must allow it to cool to 

ambient/room temperature before recharging. 

• To charge the LiPo battery you must use only the included charger or a 

suitably compatible LiPo battery charger. Failure to do so may result in a 

fire causing property damage and/or serious injury. 

• If at any time the LiPo battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue 

charging or discharging immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect the 

battery, then place it in a safe, open area away from flammable materials to 

observe it for at least 15 minutes. Continuing to charge or discharge a 

battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a fire. A battery that 

has ballooned or swollen even a small amount must be removed from 

service completely. 

• Do not over-discharge the LiPo battery. Discharging the battery too low 

can cause damage to the battery resulting in reduced power, flight duration 

or failure of the battery entirely. LiPo cells should not be discharged to 

below 3.0V each under load. 

• Store the LiPo battery at room temperature and in a dry area for best 

results. 

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• When charging, transporting or temporarily 

temperature range should be from approximate

not store the battery or aircraft in a hot gara

stored in a hot garage or car the battery can be 

• Never leave batteries, chargers and power 

use. 

• Never attempt to charge low voltage, balloon

batteries. 

• Never allow children under 14 years of age to 

• Never charge a battery if any of the wire le

shorted. 

• Never attempt to disassemble the battery, ch

• Never drop batteries, chargers or power supp

• Always inspect the battery, charger and powe

• Always ensure correct polarity before conne

power supplies. 

• Always disconnect the battery after charging

• Always terminate all processes if the batter

malfunctions. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: It's safer and better for th

store it only partially charged for any length 

approximately 50% charged (which is around 

best, however, it will take some careful manage

the use of a volt meter to achieve this voltage

and skills to achieve the 50% charge level for s

not, simply be sure to not store the batte

possible. In fact, as long as the battery will be st

temperature and for no more than a few weeks 

be best to store the battery in the discharged 

long as the battery was not over-discharged on 
CHARGING THE BATTERIES 

WARNING: lithium lon (lilon) and lithium Polymer (liPo) batteries are 

significantly more volatile than alkaline, NiCd or NiMH batteries. All 

instructions and warnings must be followed exactly to prevent property 

damage and/or serious injury as the mishandling of lilon/liPo batteries 

can result in fire. By handling, charging or using the included lilon/liPo 

batteries you assume all risks associated with them. If you do not agree 

with these conditions please return the complete product in new, unused 

condition to the place of purchase immediately. 

CHARGING THE LIPO FLIGHT BATTERY 

You can power the SC3500-3 charger from a 100-240V AC outlet using the 

AC adapter/power supply, or from a 12V DC accessory socket/cigarette 

lighter receptacle in a vehicle using the corresponding adapter. Once 

you've verified the charger is powered on and ready to charge (green 

blinking LED), plug the balance connector charge lead into the charger, then 

connect the LiPo flight battery to the charge lead. The battery will begin 

charging (red blinking LED) and it will take approximately 2 hours to charge 

a fully discharged (not over-discharged) battery. 

CHARGING THE li·ION ST10 BATTERY 

You can charge the Lilon battery installed in the ST10 from a 100-240V AC 

outlet using the USB adapter/charger, or from a suitable USB power source 

(2.0 amps max), with the USB to micro USB cable. While the ST10 is 

powered off connect the cable to the USB adapter/charger, then plug it 

into the USB connector/charging port on the right side. After approximately 30-45 seconds the LED indicator for the battery will blink blue while the 

battery is charging, and will glow solid blue when the battery is fully 

charged. It will take approximately 5.5 hours to charge a fully discharged 

(not over-discharged ) battery. 

NOTE: The AC plug type will vary depending on the region in which the 

product was imported/purchased (AU = Australian; EU = European; UK = 

United Kingdom; US = United States). 

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PREPARING THE CG02-GB 

WARNING: Before installing the flight battery and powering on the QSOO 

you MUST remove the cover/lock from the rear of the CG02-GB by 

carefully sliding it backward. Failure to remove the cover/lock can result in 

damage to the QSOO and the CG02-GB! 

QUICK TIP: It's a good idea to re-install the cover/lock after each flying 

session and while transporting/storing the QSOO Oust remember to remove 

the cover/lock before powering on the QSOO and CG02-GB!). 

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Step 1) Remove the cover/lock from the rear of the CG02-GB by carefully 

sliding it backward. 

Step 2) Slide the microSD card into the corresponding slot on the bottom of 

the CG02-GB. You can use the included 8GB card or any Class 10 microSD 

card up to 128GB. 

Step 3) Carefully remove the protective material from the camera lens. 

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INSTALLING THE PROPELLE

WARNING: We recommend wearing gloves an

installing the propellers/rotor blades. 

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Each motor and propeller are marked with a

installation in the correct positions (for exampl

with 'A' on motors marked with 'A'). 

IMPORTANT NOTE: It is NOT possible to inst

'A' on a motor marked with 'B'. The threads g

the 'A' and 'B' motors/propellers. 

Step 1) Use the special tool (included) to hold t

CAUTION: Do not over-tighten the propellers 

Step 2) Install the corresponding propeller by r

until it's secure against the o-ring located at the 

Step 3) Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the 

securely. 
QSOO, CG02-GB AND ST10 OVERVIEW 

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17 

10 

11 18 

12 19 

13 20 

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The ST10 is equipped with an internal cooling fan and components that deliver vibrating and 

audible alerts. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Although the ST10 is equipped with digital 'trims' (located below the control 

sticks) they are not active/functional when controlling the Q500. 

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QSOO I CG02-GB 

1 CG02-GB Gimbal 

2 Camera LED Status 

3 Camera Lens 

4 5.8GHz Antenna 

5 Main LED Status In

6 Power Switch 

ST10 

7 Proportional Contr

8 USB Connector/Ch

9 Audio/Earphone Ja

10 Take Still Photo Bu

11 Start/Stop Motors 

12 Rudder/Yaw Contr

13 Throttle/ Altitude C

Elevator/Pitch Co

14 5.8GHz Antenna (l

15 Status Indicators (fo

and GPS) 

16 2.4GHz Antenna (l

17 Start/Stop Video R

18 Flight Mode Select

19 Aileron/Roll Contr

20 Elevator/Pitch Con

Throttle/ Altitude C

21 Power Switch 

22 Volume and Naviga

(Volume DownNolu

23 CG02-GB Pitch An

24 . SD Card Slot (locat
ST10 DISPLAY 

The ST10 is equipped with a touchscreen display that allows for changing various settings and viewing real-time telemetry data 

flight. 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 

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18----1 

17---1 

16----1 

15 14 13 

1----9 

1----10 

1----11 1----12 

1 Model Name 

2 Frames Per Second 

3 Status Information 

4 Direction to Home 

5 Clock/Current Time 

6 GPS Status and Nu

7 5.8GHz WiFi Video 

8 ST10 Battery Charg

9 Aircraft Battery Vo

10 Altitude of Aircraft 

11 Ground Speed of A

12 Distance of Aircraf

13 Model Select Menu 14 Flight Settings Men15 System Settings Me16 Latitude/Longitude 

17 Number of Satellite

18 GPS Status for Airc

19 Flight Mode of Airc

QUICK TIP: Double tap on the screen to increase the size of the video viewing area to full-screen and double tap again to retu

WARNING: NEVER attempt to fly the QSOO via First-Person View (FPV). There's a slight 'lag' in the CG02-GB streaming vide

as a result the streaming video/FPV should only be used for aligning camera shots and not for flying! Attempting to fly via FPV 

cause damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Streaming video from the CG02-GB to the ST10 and to a separate phone/tablet (or another Yuneec 

station) at the same time is NOT recommended as it will result in a very significant lag in the video downlink. 

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ST10 ACCESSORIES 

You can install the included and optional-use Neck Strap to help hold and 

support the ST10. You can also install the included and optional-use LCD 

Screen Sun Shade/Shield to help improve viewing in sun light. 

QUICK TIP: It may be helpful to apply suitable anti-glare screen protector 

material over the LCD screen to further improve viewing in sun light. 

FLIGHT CONTROLS 

NOTE: The information in this and the following sections refers to the 

default 'Mode 2' control configuration of the ST10. The left-hand stick on 

the ST10 controls the throttle (climb/descend) and rudder (yaw left/right) 

channels .. When the left-hand stick (also known as the throttle stick) is in 

the middle position during flight the QSOO will maintain the current 

altitude. As you move the stick upward the QSOO will climb, and as you 

move the stick downward the QSOO will descend. The farther away from 

the middle position you move the stick the faster the QSOO will climb or 

descend. 

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IMPORTANT NOTE: The maximum altitude 

meters) AGL (Above Ground Level) in both S

And although this limit can be adjusted using 

mer and software we strongly recommend 

times. 

Climb (Max. Altitude 

400 Feet I 122 Meters) { ®' 

Maintain Altitude Descend I Land 

Moving the left-hand stick to the left will turn 

to the left about the vertical axis. And moving 

(yaw) the nose of the QSOO to the right. 
PROPORTIONAL CONTROL RATE SLIDER 

The Proportional Control Rate Slider located on the right side of the ST10 

allows you to set the overall climb/descend and directional control rates. 

Use the turtle position for the lowest control rates (best for first-time pilots 

and required when flying between 5000 feet and 8000 feet Above Mean 

SELECTING A FLIGHT MODE 

The QSOO is programmed with three (3) flight modes that can be selected 

via the Flight Mode Selection Switch located just above the right-hand 

control stick. 

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FLIGHT CONTROLS - SMAR

When the Flight Mode Selection Switch is the t

in Smart Mode. 

Although we recommend learning to fly the QS

soon as possible, Smart Mode is typically the b

to fly in and also features 'Follow Me' . 

In Smart Mode the QSOO will always move in 

control stick is pushed relative to the pilot an

front/nose is pointed. So if you push the stic

always move to the left, regardless of the direc

even if it's spinning. This mode can also be 

orientation while flying in Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

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* SMART CIRCL

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The Follow Me feature the QSOO Typhoon to follow the pilot, adjusting its 

location to the location of the ST10. The Follow Me feature is enabled 

when the number of connected satellites is 6 or more. When Follow Me is 

active the QSOO's Main LED Status Indicator will blink white every three 

seconds. If the QSOO's Main LED Status Indicator remains solid green, the 

Follow Me feature is not enabled. 

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When using the FOLLOW ME feature, keep in mind that the aircraft will 

maintain a constant altitude and can not detect obstacles. Pilots who 

change their altitude by for example, moving to higher ground, during flight 

should be mindful of this. 

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Additional Smart Mode Features: 

"'SMART CIRCLE 

In most cases the Smart Circle will keep the QSOO from coming within 

approximately 26 feet (8 meters) of you (as long as you position yourself at 

least 26 feet/8 meters behind the QSOO. 

GEO·FENCE 

The geo-fence is a virtual 'barrier' that will keep the QSOO from traveling 

farther than 300 feet (91 meters). And although this limit can be adjusted 

using the USB interface/programmer and software we strongly recommend 

using the default limit at all times. 

WARNING: Smart Mode only works when the QSOO has a suitable GPS 

signal/lock. If you take off in Smart Mode and the QSOO loses GPS signal/lock it will switch to Angle (Pilot) Mode automatically. This is why 

we strongly recommend learning to fly in Angle (Pilot) Mode as soon as 

possible. Otherwise, if you lose GPS signal/lock and are not able to properly control the QSOO In Angle (Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or 

even 'fly away. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aways' are NOT covered under 

warranty. 

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FLIGHT CONTROLS -ANGL

When the Flight Mode Selection Switch is th

will be in Angle (also known as Pilot) Mode. 

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Angle (Pilot) M

by experience

the QSOO wi

control stick 

front/nose of 

the right-han

will bank towa

the left. This 

the QSOO is p

move to the 

pointing at yo

right. 

Additional Angle (Pilot) Mode Features: 

POSITION HOLD AND SELF-LEVELING 

The QSOO will automatically hold its posi

signal/lock) and maintain a level attitude wh

centered. 

WARNING: If you do not properly control the 

the aircraft may crash or even 'fly away'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aw

warranty. 
FLIGHT CONTROLS- HOME MODE 

When the Flight Mode Selection Switch is in the bottom position the QSOO 

will be in Home (also known as Return to Home) Mode. 

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LOCATION 0 -- --I- -

- - - - - - 13·26 ft 

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(4·8m) 

PILOT LOCATION • • • • ~ ~ 

In Home Mode the the Follow Me 

feature will fly back the QSOO in a 

straight line in the direction of the 

pilots' current location, and 

automatically land within 13-26 ft 

(4-8m) of the pilot. This can be 

very helpful for first-time pilots 

who aren't quite ready to land the 

QSOO themselves. It can also be 

helpful for pilots that lose orientation during flight; simply activate 

Home Mode until the QSOO 

automatically moves toward the 

home position, and once you've 

confirmed orientation switch back 

to Angle (Pilot) Mode. And if the 

QSOO ever loses the link with the 

ST10 it will automatically enter Home Mode. When Home Mode is 

activated the QSOO will respond as follows: 

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A) When flying higher than 33 feet (10 meters

current altitude, fly back to the home point, th

lands. 

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B) When flying lower than 33 feet (10 meters

feet (10 meters) while flying back to the ho

vertically until it lands. 

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CAUTION: You must be certain there are no obstacles in the 'Return to 

Home' flight path otherwise the QSOO may come into contact with them 

and crash. And while the QSOO is in Home Mode you will have a limited 

amount of directional control to help avoid obstacles, however, we strongly 

recommend switching to Smart or Angle Mode to avoid the obstacle {then 

you can switch back to Home Mode). 

WARNING: Home Mode only works when th

signal/lock. If the QSOO loses GPS signal/lock 

Mode automatically. This is why we strongly r

Angle {Pilot) Mode as soon as possible. O

signal/lock and are not able to properly contr

Mode the aircraft may crash or even 'fly away'

LED STATUS INDICATIONS 

lED STATUS INDICATIONS DURING STARTUP 

Main lED Status Indicator 

Initialization in progress 

Initialization failed 

The aircraft is in 'bind' mode The aircraft is not connected/linked to the transmitter 

The aircraft is in a no-fly zone* 

*Please see the instruction manual for more information 

regarding no-fly zones lED STATUS INDICATIONS BEFORE/DURING FliGHT 

Main LED Status Indicator 

The aircraft ls in Smart Mode with GPS lock The aircraft is in Smart Mode without GPS lock 

The aircraft is in Angle Mode with GPS lock The aircraft is in Angle Mode without GPS lock 

The aircraft is in Home Mode 

First level low voltage battery warning 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aw

warranty. 

Flashes red, green and blue (2 times per second) 

Pulses red (3 times per second) 

Flashes orange very rapidly (10 times per second) Flashes blue rapidly (5 times per second) 

Flashes red and white rapidly (5 times per second) 

Glows solid green 

Flashes green (3 times per second) then off 

(for 1 second) 

Glows solid purple 

Flashes purple (3 times per second) then off 

(for 1 second) 

Flashes red rapidly (5 times per second) Flashes red, green and blue every 3 seconds 

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Second level low voltage battery warning 

GPS lost Compass calibration required 

Below Motor LED Status Indicators 

Low voltage battery warning 

GPS disabled/lost 

LED STATUS INDICATIONS FOR CALIBRATION MODES 

Main LED Status Indicator 

Compass calibration Mode entered Compass calibration started 

Accelerometer calibration started 

Accelerometer calibration Mode entered/data collection 

finished 

Calibration failed 

CG02·GB CAMERA LED STATUS INDICATIONS 

WiFi I camera initialization in progress 

MicroSD card error or missing microSD card Ready 

Taking still photo 

Recording video 

Flashes red, green and blue continuously 1 Flashes purple (1 flash per second) 

Flashes orange twice between any LED indication 

(when in the air) 

Flash rapidly (S times per second) Flash 3 times per second then off 1 second second 

I I I 

1 second 

1 

Flashes red and green slowly (2 times per second) 1 1 1 1 1 1 Flashes red and green rapidly (5 times per second) I I I I I I I I I I I I I IFlashes red, green and blue rapidly I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 

(3 times per second) 

Flashes red, green and blue slowly 

(1 time per second) Glows solid white Glows solid red 

Flashes yellow (1 time per second) 

Glows solid green Glows solid blue (1 time for 2 seconds) 

Flashes green, blue slowly (1 time per 2 seconds) 

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TAKING PHOTOS AND RECORDING VIDEO 

The ST10 seamlessly integrates control of the CG02-GB so you can easily 

take still photos and start/stop video recording using the corresponding 

buttons located on top: 

TO TAKE A STILL PHOTO 

Press the button located near the top 

left corner of the ST10. You'll hear an 

audible 'shutter' sound from the ST10 

and the LED indicator on the front of 

the CG02-GB will change from 

glowing solid green to glowing solid 

blue. It will take approximately 5 

seconds to capture the photo and before you can take another still photo. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: You cannot take still photos while recording video. 

You MUST stop recording video in order to take still photos. 

TO START /STOP RECORDING VIDEO 

Press the button located near the top 

right corner of the ST10. You'll hear an 

audible indication from the ST10 each 

time the recording starts/stops. And 

while video is recording the LED indicator on the front of the CG02-GB will 

flash blue and green, and there will be a 

red dot next to the time length of the recording near the upper right-hand 

corner on the screen of the ST10. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: You can choose to record video at48, 50 (PAL) or 60 

(NTSC) frames per second by tapping the corresponding button near the 

upper left-hand corner on the screen of the ST10. And keep in mind that 

the delay in the live video stream will be lowest at 48 and 50 as compared 

to 60 frames per second. 

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The slider located on the left side of the S

pitch/tilt position of the CG02-GB from ap

(when the slider is in the uppermost position

down (when the slider is in the lowermost pos

a position in between by adjusting the slider a

QUICK TIP: There's an adjustable counterbal

the CG02-GB. This counterbalance has bee

provide the best balance and performance o

NOT need to be adjusted. However, if you 

making any 'buzzing' sounds while powered on

balance in or out until the sound stops in order 

performance and photo/video quality. 
INSTALLING THE FLIGHT BATTERY 

After the flight battery has been fully charged it's ready to be installed in the 

QSOO: 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Keep the QSOO level relative to the ground when 

installing the battery. 

STEP 1) Push the area at the top of the battery door release the 

latch/lock, and then open the door. 

STEP 2) With the side of the battery cartridge that has the 'UP' arrow 

marking oriented upward, hold the handle and slide the battery into the 

battery compartment until you feel the connector make a positive connection. 

NOTE: If you do not install the battery in the correct orientation it will not 

be possible to make a positive connection. 

STEP 3) Close the battery door by pushing the area at the top to engage the 

latch/lock. 

NOTE: If the door will not close because it's coming into contact with the 

handle on the battery cartridge, the battery is not inserted far enough to 

engage the connector properly. 

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GPS FUNCTIONALITY 

The QSOO requires a suitable GPS signal/lock 

and to be flown. This means it should only be 

areas that are free from people, vehicles and 

order to acquire a suitable GPS signal/lock it's c

installed in the top of the QSOO always have a 

minimum clearance required). 

WARNING: Do NOT attempt to fly 

near or between tall buildings/obstructions, near or under dense 

vegetation, structures or indoors. Do 

NOT attempt to fly the QSOO with GPS 

location known to have poor GPS coverage. An

GPS unless you're able to properly control the 

without GPS assistance and accept ALL res

crashes or 'fly aways'. 

If the QSOO loses GPS signal/lock while flying it 

(Pilot) Mode. Smart Mode and Home Mode, alo

features, will no longer work. And the Main LE

purple and the Below Motor LED Status Indicat

per second then will stay off for one (1) second 

signal/lock (or if GPS has been disabled/turned 

If the GPS signal/lock is reacquired (after r

suitable GPS signal), Smart Mode and Home Mo

WARNING: Loss of GPS signal/lock may res

away'. 
IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aways' are NOT covered under 

warranty. 

NO-FLY ZONES 

With a suitable GPS signal/lock it will not be possible to start the motors, 

takeoff or fly the QSOO in the 'No-Fly Zones' within a 4 mile (6.4 kilometer) 

radius of most major airports. 

PREPARING TO FLY 

WARNING: Before flying you MUST review and understand all of the 

NOTICES AND WARNINGS and the GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

AND WARNINGS found near the beginning of this instruction manual. 

Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could 

result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. 

WARNING: Always operate the QSOO in open areas (approximately 10000 

square feet/930 square meters or more) that are free from people, vehicles, 

trees and other obstructions. Never fly near or above crowds, airports or 

buildings. 

Never attempt to operate the QSOO 

nearby tall buildings/obstructions 

that do not offer a clear view of the 

sky (a minimum clearance of 100°). 

After selecting a suitable flying area, 

please follow these steps: 

Step 1) ALWAYS turn the ST10 on 

and allow it to boot up fully BEFORE 

turning the QSOO on. 

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IMPORTANT NOTE: If you're a first-time pil

putting the Flight Mode Selection Switch (locat

control stick) in the top position to activate S

experienced RC/drone pilot we strongly recom

the middle position to activate Angle (Pilot) Mo

Step 2) Place the QSOO on a level and stable s

switch to the 'ON' position. DO NOT TOU

UNTIL THE INITIALIZATION PROCESS IS C

Status Indicator on the bottom of the QSOO wi

indications when initialization is complete: 

•• • TAKEOFF ~ ZONE """" "" •• ~- //0 

• 

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•••• • • • PILOT LOCATION 

rl 

• The QS

GPS lock 

• The QSO

GPS lock 

second) th

• The QS

with GPS 

• The QS

without G

times pe

second) 

Step 3) If 

move the 

turn it off

you have 

next step. 

Step 5) Step back approximately 26 feet (8 me
Step 6) Press and hold the red 

START/STOP button for approximately three (3) seconds to start the 

motors. Or you can lower the 

left-hand stick all the way, move it all 

the way to the left, then all the way to 

the right and back to the middle to 

start the motors. 

FLYING 

TAKEOFF 

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the QSOO in winds 

that exceed 8-12 miles per hour (13-19 kilometers per 

hour). 

To takeoff, slowly raise the left-hand stick to slightly above the center 

position. The QSOO will takeoff and climb slowly (or raise the stick further 

until it does). Allow the stick to return to the center position when the 

QSOO reaches the desired altitude. 

FLYING 

Take your time learning how the QSOO responds to various control inputs 

while flying. In Smart Mode the QSOO will always move in the direction the 

right-hand control stick is pushed relative to the pilot and no matter which 

way the front/nose is pointed. In Angle (Pilot) Mode the QSOO will move in 

the direction the control stick is pushed relative to the front/nose of the 

aircraft (and the 'angle' of movement is determined by how far you push the 

stick away from the center position). And please see the corresponding 

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sections of this instruction manual for more i

and Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: If at any time during flig

drifting out of/beyond your control, simply rele

QSOO will automatically self-level and will ev

suitable GPS signal/lock) when both control s

also activate Home Mode so the QSOO automa

home point and lands. 

LANDING 

There are two ways to land the QSOO: 

1) Position the QSOO above the area where yo

lower the left-hand stick to below the cent

descend slowly and land. After the QSOO lan

START /STOP button for approximately two (2) 

2) Activate Home Mode and the QSOO will auto

home point and will land within a 10 foot (3 me

WARNING: Always land as soon as possible af

battery warning, or land immediately after th

battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations 

ST10, and by the Below Motor LED Status Ind

if at any time the Aircraft Battery Voltage sho

10.7V, land the QSOO immediately. 

AFTER LANDING 

ALWAYS turn off the QSOO BEFORE turning 

the battery from the QSOO and allow it to cool to 

before recharging. 
WARNING: Do NOT leave the ST10 and QSOO powered on and do NOT 

leave the flight battery installed in the QSOO as doing so can over-discharge 

and damage the batteries. Over-discharging can cause damage to the batteries 

resulting in reduced performance or failure of the batteries entirely. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Battery damage, crash damage and 'fly aways' are 

NOT covered under warranty. 

DISABLING GPS 

WARNING: Smart Mode and Home Mode, along with their corresponding 

features, only work when GPS is active and the QSOO has a suitable GPS 

signal/lock. If you disable/turn off GPS the QSOO can only be flown in 

Angle (Pilot) Mode. And if you cannot properly control the QSOO in Angle 

(Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or even 'fly away'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aways' are NOT covered under 

warranty. 

We do not typically recommend disabling GPS for any reason, especially if 

you're a first-time or low-time pilot. However, if you're an experienced 

pilot that's able to properly control the QSOO in Angle (Pilot) Mode, and you 

do not exceed any altitude/distance limits or fly in any 'no fly zones' in your 

area, you can disable/turn off GPS. And do NOT disable/turn off GPS 

unless you accept ALL responsibility and liability for crashes or 'fly a ways'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every time you turn the QSOO on it will default to 

having GPS active/on (even if you disabled GPS the last time is was 

powered on). 

Step 1) While the ST10 and QSOO are powered on and linked (and the 

motors are NOT running), move the Proportional Control Rate Slider on the 

right side of the ST10 to the uppermost (rabbit) position. 

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Step 2) Move the right-hand stick all the way t

until step 3 is completed. 

Step 3) Move the Flight Mode Selection Switc

Home to Smart mode 4 times in 3 seconds. 

When GPS has been disabled successfully the 

indication and the GPS status on the ST10 s

Also, the Main LED Status Indicator will flash p

LED Status Indicators will flash three (3) times 

for one (1) second. 

GRAPHICAL USER INTERFA

'You can download the graphical user interface 

product page at www.Yuneec.com. Follow th

install ·and operate the software which allows 

sensors, to adjust various settings, check GPS 

and more using the included USB Interface/Pro
COMPASS CALIBRATION 

Step 1) Do not calibrate the compass 

inside parking structures, near 

buildings or surfaces with metal in 

them (like roads parking lots with 

rebar). Only calibrate the compass in 

open areas/fields far away from 

power lines and other metallic or 

concrete surfaces/structures. 

Step 5) When the main LED status 

indicator flashes red and green 

slowly (2 times per second) you 

have entered compass calibration mode. Pick up the aircraft and hold 

it flat with the nose pointed to the 

north. After 5 seconds the main 

LED status indicator should flash 

red and green rapidly (5 times per 

second). 

Step 2) Tum on the transmitter and 

allow it to boot up fully before 

turning on the aircraft. And when 

the transmitter and aircraft are 

powered on and linked proceed to 

the next step. 

Step 6) Slowly rotate the aircraft 

360 degrees toward the north (as 

illustrated) until it's flat and upright 

in your hands again. 

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Step 3) Move the Proportional Control Rate Slider on the right side 

of the ST10 to the uppermost 

(rabbit) position. 

Step 7) Rotate the aircraft 45 

degrees to the left. Then slowly 

rotate the aircraft 360 degrees 

toward the north (as illustrated) 

until it's flat and upright in your 

hands again. 

Step 4) 

the way 

Then 

Selectio

Home a

times. 

Step 8

degree

rotate 

toward 

until it

hands a
Step 9) Rotate the aircraft 45 

degrees to the left. Then slowly 

rotate the aircraft 360 degrees 

toward the north (as illustrated) 

until it's flat and upright in your 

hands again. 

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Steps 6 to 9 

must be completed in less than 30 

seconds in order to successfully 

complete compass calibration. 

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Step 10) The main LED status 

indicator should be flashing red and 

green rapidly (5 times per second). 

Hold the aircraft as still as possible 

until it main LED status indicator 

stops blinking rapidly. 

Step 1

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status 

rapidly 

comple

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status 

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calibra
ST10 AND 

Step 1) Turn on the QSOO, and after 

the Main LED Status Indicator begins 

to flash blue rapidly, lift the back end 

upward approximately 45° then back 

down to 'level' two (2) times to put 

the aircraft/receiver into bind mode. 

The Main LED Status Indicator will 

begin to the flash orange very rapidly 

when the aircraft/receiver are in bind 

mode. 

Step 2) Turn on the ST10, 

and if required tap the 

screen (outside of the pop 

up status window) to bypass the RC and WiFi 

connection process. 

Step 3) Tap the 'Model 

Select' button, and if 

required press 'OK' to 

bypass any pop up 

warnings/ alerts. 

Step 4) Select the existing 

model (for example: 

'QSOO') you would like to 

bind to (or create a 'New 

Model'), and if required 

press 'OK' to bypass any 

pop up warnings/alerts. 

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ST10 AND CG02-GB BINDING 

Step 1) Turn on the ST10, and if required tap the screen (outside of the pop 

up status window) to bypass the RC and WiFi connection process. 

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Step 2) Tap the 'Model 

Select' button, and if 

required press 'OK' to 

bypass any pop up 

warnings/alerts. 

Step 3) Select the existing 

model (for example: 'QSOO') 

you would like to bind to (or 

create a 'New Model'), and if 

required press 'OK' to 

bypass any pop up 

warnings/alerts. 

Step 4) Turn on the QSOO 

and ensure that the 

CG02-GB is powered on. 

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Step 7) Tap the 'Back' button two (2) times to re

the camera should automatically connect to th

IMPORTANT NOTE: Streaming video from the 

to a separate phone/tablet (or another Y

ground station) at the same time is NOT recom

very significant lag in the video downlink. 
TROUBLESHOOTING 

ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 

QSOO will not initialize The QSOO was moved during initialization. Turn the QSOO off then back on 

not move during the initializatio

Flight battery will not The QSOO flight battery needs to be replaced. Replace the QSOO flight battery. 

charge (red LED on 

charger glows solid red). 

QSOO GPS will not lock Overcast, thick clouds blocking GPS reception. Wait for lighter cloud cover or d

(ST10 indicates GPS 

Disabled) Solar flares in progress. Wait for disturbance to subside 

QSOO is indoors. Move the QSOO outside or disab

Objects blocking 100 degrees of dear view of the sky. Disable GPS. Flying indoors/disabli

(Possibly underneath a metallic or glass cover, inside a 

vehicle, near tall buildings, etc ... ) 

Move QSOO to a clear and open 

Video transmitter nearby, such as an aftermarket video Reposition or remove the video 

downlink system. 

Raised threat level by the U.S. government. Wait for the threat level to be re

QSOO GPS has reduced The GPS module is possibly damaged. Replace the GPS module. precision 

The compass has been exposed to a magnet. Move the QSOO away from the m

persists, calibrate compass. 

QSOO GPS functions not The GPS module is possibly damaged. Replace the GPS module. operating properly 

GPS lock has not been acquired. Ensure GPS antenna has clear vie

been acquired. 

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ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 

QSOO Motors won't 'Compass error' is indicated by the LED. See below for troubleshooting 

start QSOO is in No Fly Zone. Move at least 4 miles away from 

airports are no fly zone areas. 

QSOO is above 8,000 feet above MSL. Move QSOO below 8,000 feet a

Incorrect motor start up procedure. Review Motor Starting/Stoppin

QSOO is too close to a metal object or metal surface . Move QSOO away from large m

QSOO Flashes orange 

twice between indications 

Compass needs to be calibrated . Calibrate compass. 

QSOO beeps constantly EMERGENCY Mode. Possibly due to obstructed propel- Check that nothing is obstructand motors won't start ler during motor start up. turn the QSOO off then back on QSOO Won't hold Weak GPS signal. Confirm that the flying area h

position in hover view of the sky. 

U.S. Government has raised threat level. Wait for threat level to be redu

Vibration levels high, indicated by shaky landing gear. Check to ensure propellers a

damaged in any way. Replace d

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