US Department of Transportation Exemption Request Pursuant to Section 333 of 

the FAA 

Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation 

October 25, 2015 

John Taylor Thompson 

Flight Drone Media 

4200 Bridgeview Dr. Apt 631 

Fort Worth, TX 76109 

U.S Department of Transportation Docket Management System 

1200 New Jersey Ave., SE Washington DC 20590 

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); 14CFR 91.405 (a); 14CFR 91.407 (a) (1) 14 CFR 

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

The exemption is in the public interest. Pursuant to the authority contained in 49 

U.S.C. 106(f), 40113, and 44701. 

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 

Taylor Thompson 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 

2. Videography I Photography 

3. Search and Rescue 

4. GPS Photomapping 

5. Crops 

6. Weddings 

7. Private and Public Events 

8. Sports Events 

9. Social Events 

10. Media Events 

11. Agriculture 

12. Roof and Road Inspections 

13. Marina Life Monitoring 

14. Journalism 

15. Wild Life Monitoring 

16. Commercials 

17. Construction Sites 

18. Oil/ Rigs I Pipeline Inspections 

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 Taylor Thompson 

Flight Drone Media 

4200 Bridgeview Dr. Apt 631 

Fort Worth, TX 76109 
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 91.103 

14 CFR 91.109 

14CFR91.119(c) 

14 CFR 91.121 

14 CFR 91.151 (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) 

As in Grants of Exemption Nos. 11062 to Astraeus Aerial (see Docket No. 

FM-2014-0352), 11109 to Clayco, Inc. (see Docket No. FM-2014-0507), 

11112 to VOOS Global, LLC (see Docket No. FM-2014-0382), 11213 to Aeryon 

Labs, Inc. (see Docket No. FAA-2014-0642), and 12645 to Allied Drones (see 

Docket No. FAA-2014-0804), There is 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. 

John Taylor Thompson WiD operate one or more of the Following model UAS 

Yuneec Q500 Q 

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 wll further enhance the safety of the persons and/or property 

using conventional airaaft. These limitations and conditions to which the 

applicant agrees to adhere to when conducting oommercial operations under the 

FAA issued exemption as set forth in the Right Operations Manual (FOM) 

include: 

1. The UAS will weigh significantly less than 55 lbs. 

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 fight will be depending on the UAS 

model in operation, but will not exceed 30 minutes. Rights wil 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 wll 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. 

1 0. All flights will occur under Visual Right Rules Meteorological Conditions 

(VMC) only. 
11. The flights will occur in Class G airspace no closer than a mile 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 wiU 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 doser 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 controler 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. 

21. 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. 
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 Section333 of the Reform Act both authorize the FM to exempt aircraft from 

the requirement for an airworthiness certificate, upon consideration of the size, 

weight, speed, operational capability, and proximity to airports and populated 

areas of the particular UAS. In an 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. A. 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 linited, 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 "limited! "restricted! 0 light sport/' 

"experimentaV' or "provisionalf 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 pik>t station, in letters not less than 2 

inches nor more than 6 inches high, the words "limited! "restricted/' "light 

sportl'"experimentalf or "provisionaV' 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 wil 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 Flight 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 Right Manual is not required by §21.5 of this chapter, unless there is 

available in the aircraft a current approved airplane or Rotorcraft Right 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 wiD 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 

F M 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. §91.1 09: Right Instruction. Section 91.1 03 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. 1he 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) aDows 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 wll be aware of the planned light 

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 wiD 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 wil 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 light 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 wei 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 wiD be achieved by keeping these documents at the 

ground control point where the pilot flying the UAS will have immeOtate access to 

them, to the extent they are applicable to the UAS. 

14 C.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 wil 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, perfoon required maintenance, 

and keep a log of any maintenance performed. Moreover, the operator is the 

person most faniliar with the airaaft 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 wiD ensure that the UAS is in working 

order prior to initiating flight and perform required maintenance needed. 

Additional Information. 

The applicant John Taylor Thompson 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 applicant's UAS. I also feel its in the public's 

interest on granting the exemption, as we can educate them at the same time. 

And all the positive sides of the new technology and the level of safety. 

The applicant John Taylor Thompson requests your respective approval of this 

Section 333 exemption petition request. 

Thank you for your attention in this matter. Please notify John Taylor 

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

request. 

Sincerely, 

John Taylor Thompson 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 20 · Installing The Flight Battery 

2 INTRODUCTION 21 · GPS Functionality 2 AERIAL IMAGING SOLUTION 22 · Preparing to Fly 

3 • Specifictations 23 ·Flying 

3 • Notices and Warnings 24 · Disabling GPS 

4 · General Safety Precautions and Warnings 24 · Graphical User Interface (GUI) 

6 • TYPHOON QSOO 4K RTF Contents 25 · Compass Calibration 

7 · Battery Warnings and Usage Guidelines 27 · ST10+ and Receiver Binding 

8 • Charging The Batteries 28 · ST10+ and CG03 Binding 

9 • Preparing The CG03 29 GROUND IMAGING SOLUTION 9 • Installing The Propellers 29 · Specifictations 

10 • TYPHOON QSOO 4K, CG03 and ST10+ Overview 29 · Battery Warnings and Usage Guidelines 

11 • ST10+ Display 30 · Installing The Steadygrip Batteries 

12 • ST10+ Accessories 30 · Attaching The CG03 to The Steadygrip 

12 • Flight Controls 31 ·CG03APP 

13 • Flight Controls - Smart Mode 31 ·Attaching A Mobile Device to The Steadygrip 14 • Follow Me Function 31 · Using The Camera Pitch Control Wheel 

15 • Watch Me Function 31 ·Taking Photos and Recording Video 

16 • Flight Controls - Angle (Pilot) Mode 32 · Added Features for CG03 on Steadygrip 

17 • Flight Controls - Home Mode 33 TROUBLESHOOTING 

18 • Led Status Indications 35 WARRANTY INFORMATION 

20 ·Taking Photos and Recording Video 35 CERTIFICATION INFORMATION 
INTRODUCTION 

The TYPHOON QSOO 4K is a superior modular, integrated aerial and ground imaging solution. The system arrives 100% factory-assembled a

including a larger ST10+ 5.5" Android touch screen personal ground station and a CG03 3-axis gimbal camera able to take 16 megapixel st

excellent Full HD 60 FPS videos. The STEADYGRIP extends the use of the gimbal camera from the sky to the ground and, With the CGO AP

shot can be viewed on your SmartPhone with the same control of video FPS, video start/stop and still photos as found on the ST10+. With 

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

Although the QSOO 4K is ready to fly right out the box, please take the time to read through this entire instruction manual for more informa

battery charging, flight controls and more before making your first flight. Please also visit www.yuneec.com for additional information incl

updates, bulletins, videos and more. 

AERIAL IMAGING SOLUTION 

Speciftctations 

TYPHOON QSOO 4K 

FLIGHT TIME: Up to 25 Minutes 

DIMENSIONS: 9.45 in (210mm) x 16.54 in (420mm) 

DIAGONAL MOTOR TO MOTOR DISTANCE: 20 in (510mm) 

PROPELLER/MAIN ROTOR DIAMETER: 13.0 in (330mm) 

WEIGHT WITHOUT BATTERY AND PAYLOAD: 40.0 oz (1130g) 

MAXIMUM TAKEOFF WEIGHT WITH CG03: 60.0 oz (1700g) 

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

CHARGER: 3S 11.1V liPo DC Balancing Smart Charger with AC Adapter (included) 

TRANSMITTER: 10-channel 2.4GHz with 5.8GHz video downlink (included) 

MAXIMUM FLYING ALTITUDE: Default 400 Feet Above Ground Level 

(Adjustable via the Q500 GUI) 

MAXIMUM ROTATION RATE: 65°/s MAXIMUM ROLL ANGLE: 35° 

RADIO CONTROL FREQUENCY BAND: 2.4GHz 

MAXIMUM CLIMB RATE: 2m/s 

MAXIMUM DESCENT RATE: 3m/s 

CG03 

Dimension: 4.2x5.0x3.1in (106x128x80mm) 

Weight: 6.9oz (195g) 

Sensor: 1/2.3" CMOS 

Effective Pixels: 12.4 Megapixels 

Camera lens: 14mm/F2.8 35mm 

FOV: 115 Degree 

Electronic Shutter: 1/30 -- 1/8000 

Working Temperature: 0-40·c 

Power Consumption: lOW 

Video Transmission Range: Up to 500m (1640ft) 

Transmission System: 5.2Ghz - 5.8Ghz 

Video UHD: 4K 30FPS 

5T10+ 

Number of Channe

RC Band: 2.4GHz RC Modulation: Yun

Video Downlink Ba

Telemetry/OSD: Ye

SD Card Compatibl

LCD Screen Size: 5

Touchscreen: Yes 
Notices And Warnings 

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

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

or authorized distributor. 

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

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

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

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

probability of superficial injury. 

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

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 some basic mech

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

is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any w

the instructions provided by Yuneec. The quick start guide and instruction manual contain instructions for safety, operation and maintenanceto read and follow all the instructions and warnings prior to assembly, setup and/or use in order to operate the product correctly and avo

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 8000FT ABOVE SEA LEVEL! 

REQUIRED) 

DO NOT FLY OVER 

CROWDS! 

DO NOT FLY NEAR 

AIRPORTS! 

DO NOT F

THAT EXC

(13-19 KP

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

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

serious bodily harm and damage to property. 

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

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 at all times. Ke

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 above crowd

buildings. 

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

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 nearby broadcast t

transmission stations, high voltage power lines, electrical storms, etc. 

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

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 aircraft in a po

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, damaged pr

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 voltage battery w

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

station). 

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

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 powered on while 

powered on. 

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

• 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. Moisture caus

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 serious injury 

• 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 (including, but 

chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.). 

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

ble with any other ESCs. Use of any other ESCs in the TYPHOON will cause a crash, which may result in damage to the product, property 

serious injury. 

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The TYPHOON QSOO 4K RTF Contents 

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

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1 The TYPHOON RTF Airframe w/lnstalled CG03 

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 Automobile Accessor

Cigarette Lighter Recepta

12 ACto DC Adapter/Powe

13 16GB microSD Card w/ A

14 Motor Holder/Prop Insta

15 Propellers/Rotor Blades (

16 CGO STEADYGRIPTM 
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 storing the LiP

temperature range should be from approximately 40-120° F 

not store the battery or aircraft in a hot garage, car or dire

stored in a hot garage or car the battery can be damaged or e

• Never leave batteries, chargers and power supplies unat

use. 

• Never attempt to charge low voltage, ballooned/swollen, da

batteries. 

• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge batte

• Never charge a battery if any of the wire leads have bee

shorted. 

• Never attempt to disassemble the battery, charger or powe

• Never drop batteries, chargers or power supplies. 

• Always inspect the battery, charger and power supply befo

• Always ensure correct polarity before connecting batteries

power supplies. 

• Always disconnect the battery after charging. 

• Always terminate all processes if the battery, charger or 

malfunctions. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: It's safer and better for the longevity of 

store it only partially charged for any length of time. Storin

approximately 50% charged (which is around 3.85V per ce

best, however, it will take some careful management of the ch

the use of a volt meter to achieve this voltage. If you have t

and skills to achieve the 50% charge level for storage it is rec

not, simply be sure to not store the battery fully charg

possible. In fact, as long as the battery will be stored at appro

temperature and for no more than a few weeks before the n

be best to store the battery in the discharged state after the 

long as the battery was not over-discharged on the last flight
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 CG03 

WARNING: Before installing the flight battery and powering on the 

TYPHOON you MUST remove the cover/lock from the rear of the CG03 

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

in damage to the TYPHOON and the CG03! 

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

session and while transporting/storing the TYPHOON Gust remember to 

remove the cover/lock before powering on the TYPHOON and CG03!). 

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Step 1) Remove the cover/lock from the rear of the CG03 by carefully 

sliding it backward. 

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

the CG03. You can use the included 16GB card or any name brand Class 10 

microSD card up to 128GB. 

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

Installing The Propellers 

WARNING: We recommend wearing gloves and using extrem

installing the propellers/rotor blades. 

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Each motor and propeller are marked with an 'A' or 'B' to 

installation in the correct positions (for example: install prop

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

IMPORTANT NOTE: It is NOT possible to install a propelle

'A' on a motor marked with 'B'. The threads go in different 

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

Step 1) Use the special tool (included) to hold the motor so it 

CAUTION: Do not over-tighten the propellers when using th

Step 2) Install the corresponding propeller by rotating it tria

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

You may want to add this: Continue to screw down the pr

turns more to ensure it is properly tighten and compressin

slightly. 

Step 3) Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the three remain

securely. 
The TYPHOON QSOO 4K, CG03 And ST10+ Overview 

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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 TYPHOON. 

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The TYPHOON Q500 41< I CG03 

1 CG03 Gimbal Camera 

2 Camera Microphone 

3 Camera LED Status Indicator 

4 Camera Lens 

5 5.8GHz Antenna 

6 Main LED Status Indicator 

7 Power Switch ST10+ 

8 Proportional Control Rate Slider 

9 USB Connector/Charging Port 

10 Audio/Earphone Jack 11 Take Still Photo Button 

12 Start/Stop Motors Button 

13 Rudder/Yaw Control (for Mode 2 and 

14 Throttle/ Altitude Control (for Mode 2

Elevator/Pitch Control (for Mode 1) 

15 5.8GHz Antenna (located inside the c16 Status Indicators (for ST10+ battery, 

WiFi and GPS) 

17 2.4GHz Antenna (located inside the h18 Start/Stop Video Recording Button 

19 Flight Mode Selection Switch 

20 Aileron/Roll Control (Mode 2 and Mo

21 Elevator/Pitch Control (Mode 2) 

Throttle/ Altitude Control (Mode 1) 

22 Power Switch 

23 Volume and Navigation Touch-Activa

Down!VolumeUp/Menu/Home/Back

24 CG03 Pitch Angle/Position Control 25 SD Card Slot (located under the batte
ST10+ Display 

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

flight. 

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1 Model Name 

2 Status Information 

3 Direction to Home Point 

4 Clock/Current Time 

5 Watch Me/Follow Me Button 

6 GPS Status and Number of Satellites fo

7 ST10+ Battery Charge Level Status Ico

8 Aircraft Battery Voltage 9 Altitude of Aircraft (Above Ground Leve

10 Ground Speed of Aircraft 

11 Distance of Aircraft from Home Point 

12 Model Select Menu Button 

13 In Flight Settings 

14 Flight Settings Menu Button 

1S System Settings Menu Button 16 Latitude/Longitude Position of Aircraf

17 Number of Satellites for Aircraft 

18 GPS Status for Aircraft 

19 Flight Mode of Aircraft 

QUICK TIP: 1. Double tap on the screen to increase the size of the video viewing area to full-screen and double tap again to return to the st

2. Single tap to hide the camera settings, tap again to display camera settings. 

WARNING: NEVER attempt to fly the TYPHOON via First-Person View (FPV). There's a slight 'lag' in the CG03 streaming video downlink 

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

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

IMPORTANT NOTE: Streaming video from the CG03 to the ST10+ and to a separate phone/tablet (or another Yuneec transmitter/pe

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. 

CAUTION: Do not bend, or move around in excess as the strap can come 

unhooked from the ST10+ and potentially fall and damage the sensitive 

electronic components. 

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 TYPHOON will maintain the current 

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

you move the stick downward the TYPHOON will descend. The farther 

away from the middle position you move the stick the faster the TYPHOON 

will climb or descend. 12 

IMPORTANT NOTE: The maximum altitude is limited to 4

meters) AGL (Above Ground Level) in both Smart and Angle 

And although this limit can be adjusted using the USB interf

mer and software we strongly recommend using the defa

times. 

Climb (Max. Altitude 400 Feet I 122 Meters) • 

Maximum Climb Rate: 

2mls (6.6f/s) + Maintain Altitude Descend I Land 

Moving the left-hand stick to the left will turn (yaw) the 

TYPHOON to the left about the vertical axis. And moving th

right will turn (yaw) the nose of the TYPHOON 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 

Sea Level), and use the rabbit position for the highest control rates (best for 

experienced pilots and can only be used when flying below 5000 feet MSL). 

Or use a position in between if you prefer. 

SELECTING A FLIGHT MODE 

the TYPHOON 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. 

Flight Controls - Smart Mode 

When the Flight Mode Selection Switch is the top position th

will be in Smart Mode. 

Although we recommend learning to fly the TYPHOON in 

Mode as soon as possible, Smart Mode is typically the b

first-time pilots to fly in which also features 'Follow Me' an

functions. 

In Smart Mode the TYPHOON will always move in the 

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

way the front/nose is pointed. So if you push the stick t

TYPHOON will always move to the left, regardless of the dire

is pointing and even if it's spinning. This mode can also be he

that lose orientation while flying in Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

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FOLLOW ME FUNCTION 

The Follow Me function allows the TYPHOON to follow the pilot, adjusting 

its location to the location of the ST10+. This function is enabled when 

ST10+ GPS positioning completes, and the TYPHOON is using shared GPS 

signal with the ST10+. At this time, you will see in orange, and B in 

green color. 

When in Follow Me function, the TYPHOON will follow the movement of 

ST10+ if there is no extra operation on the ST10+. The flight status is also 

controllable when you operate ST10+ and CG03. 

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Important Note: In Follow Me function, the aircraft will maintain a constant 

altitude and cannot 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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WATCH ME FUNCTION 

Watch Me function enables the camera to keep tracking the remote controller no matter where and how it moves as the camera can automatically tilt its 

angle according to the controller. 

Usually, the default function under Smart Mode is Follow Me. Watch Me 

function can be switched to by following steps: 

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the TYPHOON between Watch Me and Follow me functi

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in Watch Me function. 

NOTE: Once the TYPHOON is above 2m and out of Sma

flying, the TYPHOON yaw direction will take the contro

lens will always point to you as long as Flight Mode Select

Smart Mode. Please put the CG03 Pitch Angle/Position C

the middle position. If you want to trim the camera ang

move the Pitch Angle/Position Control Slider a bit up. If y

the camera angle down, just move the slider down. 
Additional Smart Mode Features: 

*SMART CIRCLE 

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

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

least 26 feet/8 meters behind the TYPHOON. 

GEO-FENCE 

The geo-fence is a virtual'barrier' that will keep the TYPHOON from traveling further than 300 feet (91 meters). 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 TYPHOON has a suitable 

GPS signal/lock. If you take off in Smart Mode and the TYPHOON 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 TYPHOON in Angle (Pilot) Mode the aircraft may 

crash or even 'fly away'. 

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

warranty. 

Flight Controls - Angle (Pilot) Mode 

When the Flight Mode Selection Switch is the middle 

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

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Angle (Pilot) Mode is the m

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the TYPHOON will move in the control stick is pushed 

front/nose of the aircraft. S

the right-hand stick to 

TYPHOON will bank towar

and move to the left. This 

front/nose of the TYPHOO

away from you it will move t

if the front/nose is pointin

TYPHOON will move to the 

Additional Angle (Pilot) Mode Features: 

POSITION HOLD AND SELF-LEVELING 

the TYPHOON will automatically hold its position (with a 

signal/lock) and maintain a level attitude when the right

centered. 

WARNING: If you do not properly control the TYPHOON i

Mode the aircraft may crash or even 'fly away'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aways' are NOT c

warranty. 
Flight Controls - Home Mode 

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

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

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In Home Mode the GPS connectivity will fly back the TYPHOON, and 

automatically land within 13-26 ft 

(4-Sm) of the pilot. This can be 

very helpful for first-time pilots 

who aren't quite ready to land the 

TYPHOON themselves. It can also 

be helpful for pilots that lose 

orientation during flight; simply 

activate Home Mode until the 

TYPHOON automatically moves 

toward the home position, and 

once you've confirmed orientation 

switch back to Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

And if the TYPHOON ever loses 

the link with the ST10+ it will 

automatically enter Home Mode. 

When Home Mode is activated the TYPHOON will respond as follows: 

A) When flying higher than 33 feet (10 meters) the TYPHOON w

current altitude, fly back to the home point, , or active home poin

has enough satellites for Follow Me, then descend vertically unti

B) When flying lower than 33 feet (10 meters) the TYPHOON 

33 feet (10 meters) while flying back to the home point, o

position, then descend 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 TYPHOON may come into contact with 

them and crash. And while the TYPHOON 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 the TYPHOON 

GPS signal/lock. If the TYPHOON loses GPS signal/lock it 

Angle (Pilot) Mode automatically. This is why we strongl

learning to fly in Angle (Pilot) Mode as soon as possible. Oth

lose GPS signal/lock and are not able to properly control the 

Angle (Pilot) 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 is 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 

-Active Home Mode Activated 

-Active Smart Mode, Follow Me /Watch Me Feature Activated 

- First level low voltage battery warning 

-Second level low voltage battery warning 

-GPS lost 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aways' are NOT c

warranty. 

Flashes red, green and blue 12 times persecond) 

Pulses red (3 times per second) 

Flashes orange very rapidly (JO times per second) Flashes blue rapidly (5 times per second) Flashes red and white rapidly (Stimespersecond) 

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 IS times per second) 

Flashes red rapidly IS times per second) for 3 seconds and 

white for 1 second 

Solid green for 3 seconds and white for 1 second 

Flashes red, green and blue every 3 seconds Flashes red, green and blue continuously Flashes purple (1 flash persecond) 

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- Low voltage battery warning 

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 

CG03 CAMERA LED STATUS INDICATIONS 

-Without T-card or T-card Memory Full 

-WiR Error 

-WiFIInltialized - WiFi Connected to Terminal - Receding Video or Taking Still Photos 

Flashes rapidly IS times per second) 

Flashes red and green slowly 12 times per second) Flashes red and green rapidly IS times per second) Flashes red, green and blue rapidly 13 times per second) Flashes red, green and blue slowly (1 time per second) 

Glows solid white 

Flashes yellow Flashes red 

Flashes green 

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Taking Photos And Recording Video 

The ST10+ seamlessly integrates control of the CG03 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 CG03 will change from glowing solid green to glowing solid 

blue. It will take approximately 1-2 seconds to capture the photo and 

before you can take another still photo. 

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 CG03 

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+. 

NOTE: CG03 camera is the default selection in ST10+. You can take still 

phtos while video recording. The resolution is set by the video resolution. In 

this mode, you will capture still photos from the video. 

CAUTION: Do not change settings when aircraft is further than 1,000 feet 

from ST10+. 20 

CHOOSING CG03 PRO FOR TAKING PHOTOS AND RECO

If users are professionals in photography and video graph

reset related specifications, please follow the steps below: 

Step 1) Press Flight Settings, choose Camera Select, press C-

Select, and press OK. 

Step 2) The second left column is available for adjusting the c

like white balance, etc. 

Step 3) Press 0, and press Video Settings, different video resolu

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Press$to enter Photo Capturing, and press Button A to ta

in this mode, the photos taken are 12 megapixels. 

PressO to enter Video Recording, and press Button B to 

recording. 

CAUTION: ALWAYS stop recording video before turn

TYPHOON/CG03 to avoid data loss. If you accidentally 

TYPHOON/CG03 before you stop recording, re-insert mic

removed) and turn the system on again. Wait approximately 

until the camera LED starts to glow solid green indicating th

file was recovered. 

CAUTION: When enter Photo Capturing, video recording 

You MUST switch to video recording to start record vid

video recording, picture taking (Button A) is accessible. The 

set by the video resolution. In this mode, you will captur

from the video. 
Installing The Flight Battery 

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

TYPHOON: 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Keep the TYPHOON level relative to the ground 

when installing the battery. 

STEP 1) Push the area at the top of the battery door to 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. 

WARNING: Do not force the battery in to make the connection. It should 

be smooth with little restriction. If it feels tight remove the battery check 

the connector pins for alignment, and try again. Forcing the battery in can 

damage the connector and potentially cause the TYPHOON to loose power 

in flight. 

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 TYPHOON requires a suitable GPS signal/lock in orde

motors and to be flown. This means it should only be operate

open areas that are free from people, vehicles and other obs

in order to acquire a suitable GPS signal/lock it's critical that t

na installed in the top of the TYPHOON always have a clear v

(100° 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 TYPHOON with GPS enabled ind

location known to have poor GPS coverage. And do NOT di

GPS unless you're able to properly control the TYPHOON in 

Mode without GPS assistance and accept ALL responsibility a

crashes or 'fly aways'. 

If the TYPHOON loses GPS signal/lock while flying it can on

Angle (Pilot) Mode. Smart Mode and Home Mode, alon

corresponding features, will no longer work. And the Mai

Indicator will flash purple and the LED Status Indicators belo

will flash three (3) times per second then will stay off for o

when the TYPHOON loses GPS signal/lock (or if GP

disabled/turned off). 

If the GPS signal/lock is reacquired (after receiving 5-1

suitable GPS signal), Smart Mode and Home Mode will work 

WARNING: Loss of GPS signal/lock may result in a crash 

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 TYPHOON 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 TYPHOON 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 

TYPHOON 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 TYPHOON on. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you're a first-time pilot we strongl

putting the Flight Mode Selection Switch (located just above t

control stick) in the top position to activate Smart Mode. O

experienced RC/drone pilot we strongly recommend putting 

the middle position to activate Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

Step 2) Place the TYPHOON on a level and stable surface 

power switch to the 'ON' position. DO NOT TOUCH OR 

TYPHOON UNTIL THE INITIALIZATION PROCESS IS CO

Main LED Status Indicator on the bottom of the TYPHOON 

of the following indications when initialization is complete: 

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the next step. 

• the TYPHOON is in 

with GPS lock Glows s

flashes white every 3 se

ing it can operate in Fol

• the TYPHOON is in 

without GPS lock Flas

times per second) the

second) 

• the TYPHOON is in 

Mode with GPS lock 

purple 

• the TYPHOON is in 

Mode without GPS 

flUrple (3 times per sec

(for 1 second) 

Step 3) If you do not ha

move the TYPHOON 

area, turn it off, then b

Or, if you have a GPS lo
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 TYPHOON in 

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

per hour). 

To takeoff, raise the left-hand stick to above the center position. the 

TYPHOON will takeoff and climb slowly (or raise the stick further until it 

does). Allow the stick to return to the center position when the TYPHOON 

reaches the desired altitude. 

FLYING 

Take your time learning how the TYPHOON responds to various control 

inputs while flying. In Smart Mode the TYPHOON 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 

TYPHOON 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). Please see the 

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corresponding sections of this instruction manual for more i

Smart Mode and Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: If at any time during flight you 

TYPHOON is drifting out of/beyond your control, simply 

control sticks. the TYPHOON will automatically self-level 

hold its position (with a suitable GPS signal/lock) when both 

are centered. You can also activate Home Mode so th

automatically flies itself back to the home point and lands. 

LANDING 

There are two ways to land the TYPHOON: 

1) Position the TYPHOON above the area where you woul

Slowly lower the left-hand stick to below the center 

TYPHOON will descend slowly and land. After the TYPHOO

and hold the red START /STOP button for approximately two 

stop the motors. 

2) Activate Home Mode and the TYPHOON will automatically 

to the home point and will land within a 10 foot (3 meter) d

around it. 

NOTE: An alternate form to shut the rotors off in the case of a 

is to land the TYPHOON and simply switch into Home Mode. 

shut off if the TYPHOON is on the ground. 

WARNING: Always land as soon as possible after the first lev

battery warning, or land immediately after the second leve

battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible a

ST10+, and by the LED Status Indicators below the Motors fla

If at any time the Aircraft Battery Voltage shown on the sc

10.7V, land the TYPHOON immediately. 
AFTER LANDING 

ALWAYS turn off the TYPHOON BEFORE turning off the ST10+. Then 

remove the battery from the TYPHOON and allow it to cool to ambient/room 

temperature before recharging. 

WARNING: Do NOT leave the ST10+ and the TYPHOON powered on and 

do NOT leave the flight battery installed inside the TYPHOON 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 TYPHOON has a suitable 

GPS signal/lock. If you disable/turn off GPS the TYPHOON can only be 

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

TYPHOON 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 TYPHOON 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. Do NOT disable/turn off 

GPS unless you accept ALL responsibility and liability for crashes or 'fly 

aways'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every time you turn the TYPHOON on 

to having GPS active/on (even if you disabled GPS the las

powered on). 

There are two ways to disable the GPS: 

When the CG03 and ST10+, the multi-copter 

and ST10+ are bound, press l:t on ST10+ 

interface, GPS switch can be found, and 

turned off. 

GPS can also be disabled manually: 

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Step 1) While the ST10+ and the TYPHOON are powered 

(and the motors are NOT running), move the Proportional 

Slider on the right side of the ST10+ to the uppermost (rabbi

Step 2) Move the right-hand stick all the way to the right and 

until step 3 is completed. 

Step 3) Move the Flight Mode Selection Switch from Smart 

Home to Smart mode 4 times in 3 seconds. 

When GPS has been disabled successfully the TYPHOON 

audible indication and the GPS status on the ST10+ scre

'Disabled'. Also, the Main LED Status Indicator will flash p

LED Status Indicators below the Motors will flash three 

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

Graphical User Interface (GUI) 

You can download the graphical user interface (GUI) sof

TYPHOON product page at www.Yuneec.com. Follow t

instructions to install and operate the software which allows y

status of all sensors, to adjust various settings, check GPS acc

firmware and more using the included USB Interface/Program
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 

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). 

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Step 2) Turn 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) Tap the Setting button on 

the ST10+ screen, then tap the 

Calibration button. Choose Compass 

option and tap it. 

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) If successfu

will beep, Return 

screen. 'Mag Cali' w

in MODE area. 

Step 8) Rotate the 

degrees to the left. 

rotate the aircraft 

toward the north (

until it's flat and up

hands again. 
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. 

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. 

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Step 11) If you hea

indication after the 

status indicator st

rapidly you have 

completed compass c

IMPORTANT NOTE: If compass calibration fails the main LED status indicator will glow solid white and you must restart the calibration proc

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ST10+ and Receiver Binding 

Step 1) Turn on the TYPHOON, 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. 

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Model Select 

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: 'the 

TYPHOON') 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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warnings/aler

Step 6) Tap 

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established. 

Step 7) Tap 

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return to the 

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ST10+ and CG03 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: the' TYPHOON') 

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 TYPHOON 

and ensure that the camera is 

powered on. 

Step 5) if required tap the screen 

(outside of the pop up status 

window) to bypass the RC and 

WiFi connection process, then tap 

the 'Flight Settings' button and 

press 'OK' to bypass any pop up 

warnings/alerts. 

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camera listed in the 

'Camera', then ente'1234567890' wh

and tap 'OK' after t

has been establishe

Step 7) Tap the 'C

button and select p

model listed int the 

'Choose a camera', 

after the connect

established. 

Step 8) Tap the 'Ba

(2) times to return 

screen and the c

automatically con

ST10+. 

IMPORTANT NOT

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phone/tablet (or an

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GROUND IMAGING SYSTEM 

Speciftctations 

CGO STEADYGRIP"' 

Height: 223mm (8.78 in) 

Depth (front to back): 182mm (7.17 in) 

Width: 70mm (2.76 in) Weight (without gimbal/batteries): 200g (7.05 oz) 

Angle Control Range (Pitch): 30° to -85° 

Required Batteries: 2850mAh Energizer® 8x 1.5V AA Batteries 

(Sold Separately) 

Runtime: 48-64 minutes (depending on usage) 

Battery Warnings and Usage Guidelines 

WARNING: Alkaline Batteries May explode or leak, and cause burn injury if recharged, 

disposed of in fire, mixed with a different battery type, inserted backwards or disassembled. Replace all batteries at the same time. Do not carry batteries loose in your pocket 

or purse. Do not remove the battery label. 

WARNING: All instructions and precautions must be read and followed exactly and you 

must follow instructions of the battery manufacturer. 

WARNING: procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property 

damage, collateral damage and serious injury or create a high probability of superficial injury. 

Failure to exercise care while using this product and comply with the following 

conditions and guidance could result in product malfunction, excessive heat, fire, 

property damage, and ultimately injury. 

Lithium lon batteries are not toys. For the purpose of the document Li-lon, Li-Po, Li-Fe, 

NiCd or NiMH batteries will be described as "Batteries". 

Handling and Storage: 

• Never alter, puncture or impact Batteries or related components. 

• Do not directly connect the terminals with metal objects. This will short-circuit Batteries, resulting in heat and electrical discharge. 

• Never store loose Batteries together, the Batteries' terminals m

another causing a short circuit. 

• Never expose Batteries to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight. 

• Always disconnect Batteries when not in use. 

Before the First Charge: 

• Ensure batteries are not damaged, as this may cause a short circuit 

• Always refer to your charger's manual to ensure safe operation. 

• Always charge Batteries in an open area away from flammable mate

surfaces. 

• Never charge Batteries that are hot to the touch (above 120°F) 

If at any time Batteries become damaged, hot, or begin to balloon or sw

charging (or discharging) immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect th

place the Batteries and/or charger in a safe, open area away from flam

in an approved Li-Po bag to observe. After one hour, remove the 

service. DO NOT continue to handle, attempt to use, or ship the Bat

follow these procedures can cause damage to Batteries, personal pr

serious injury. 

Damaged or swollen Batteries can be unstable and very hot. DO NOT 

until they have cooled. Dispose of batteries in the manner require

county, state or country. Contact the appropriate Yuneec Product S

speak to a service technician for more information. 

In the event of fire, a Class D, dry chemical fire extinguisher mus

batteries must be placed inside of an approved Li-Po bag. 

Additional Guidelines and Warnings: 

• In the event of a crash, always quickly and safely disconnect and r

from the model. Then follow the previously listed safety procedures. 

• If the internal contents of Batteries come into contact with you

affected area(s) with soap and water Immediately. If it comes into co

eye(s), flush them with generous amounts of water for 15 minutes an

ately medical attention. 
Installing The SteadygripTM Batteries 

WARNING: Alkaline Batteries May explode or leak, and cause burn injury if 

recharged, disposed of in fire, mixed with a different battery type, inserted 

backwards or disassembled. Replace all batteries at the same time. Do not 

carry batteries loose in your pocket or purse. Do not remove the battery 

label. 

STEP 1) Remove the 

Battery Cover I Door from 

the bottom of the Steady- GripTM 

Hold the bottom of the 

SteadyGrip'M toward 

yourself with the front 

part facing downward. 1' 

.. 

Slide the battery cover I door upward with slight force and inspect the AA 

battery compartment. 

STEP 2) lnstall8x AA Batteries 

The use of rechargeable batteries is strongly recommended. Alkaline 

batteries only support the device to work 15 minutes. 

STEP 3) Re-installing the Battery Cover I Door on the bottom of the SteadyGripTM 

Once you've installed 8 fresh AA batteries, Hold the bottom of the SteadyGripTM toward yourself with the front part facing downward. Slide the 

battery cover I door downward with slight force and ensure you hear and 

feel a noticeable 'click' indicating the battery cover I door has been closed 

securely. 

Attaching The CG03 to The SteadygripTM 

WARNING: Before switching on the SteadyGripTM it is highly 

to first securely attach the CG03 to your SteadyGripTM. 

QUICK TIP: It's a good idea to ensure you have your microSD 

of space for photos and videos handy. 

STEP 1) Carefully slide the top part of the CG03 (that also attaches b

the QSOO the TYPHOON) onto the mount below the front part of the 

corresponding 'click' will be noticed once the CG03 has securely be

the slide-in mount on the SteadyGrip"'. 

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STEP 2) Carefully connect the CG03's power/control connector to 

port of the CGO SteadyGrip'M and then insert a microSD card into the 

on the bottom of the CG03. You can use the included 16GB car

package) or any Class 10 microSD card up to 128GB. 

STEP 3) Powering on and initialization. Place your CGO SteadyGrip"' o

surface, then swi

Grip"' and it will 

seconds of no 

vibration. 

SteadyGrlp"' Ma

Upon Powering on: Green LED blinking for twice and then solid GREEN 

Pitch Follow Function: GREEN LED blinking 

Low Voltage Warning: RED LED blinking slowly 

Power Cut-off: RED LED blinking quickly 
CG03APP 

Download the free APP 

named as CG03 to smart 

device at the APP Store 

or Google Play Store.lnstall the APP to your 

5.8GHz WiFi capable 

device. Make a note of 

the network name and 

password located on the 

top of the gimbal assembly. I*' Google play 

CG03 APP COMPATIBLE DEVICES 

Apple iOS: iphone 5/5c/5s/6/6+ ipad mini/mini+/3/4 

Android: Mobile Devices with 5.8GHz Suport 

Attaching A Mobile Device to The SteadygripT"' 

Step 1) Press the Curved Lip at the 

top front of the SteadyGrip'" as 

illustrated and fit your Mobile 

Device with the screen facing 

toward the Main LED and Pitch 

Control Wheel. 

Step 2) Connect your Mobile Device 

to the CG03's WiFi by selecting 

CG03's SSID in your WiFi settings 

and entering the WiFi Key I 

Password: 1234567890. 

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Using The Camera Pitch Control Wheel 

The SteadyGrip'" features a camera pitch controller that allow

angle control on the go. Simply roll the pitch control wheel forwa

camera pitch/angle downward 

and roll the pitch control 

wheel backward to move the 

camera pitch/angle upward. 

Please review these instructions along with the illustrations to familiarize yourself on 

how to control the CG03 with 

your SteadyGrip'". 

Taking Photos and Recording Videos 

1) To take a still photo, slide the Mode button to Photo Ta

Photo Taking/Video Recording button. You'll hear an aud

from the APP and the LED indicator on CG03 front wil

green. It will take approximately 5 seconds to capture the 

you can take another still photo. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: You cannot take still photos while 

You MUST stop recording video, and switch to Photo Tak

to take still photos. 

2) To start recording videos, slide the Mode button to 

then press the red button to start. You'll hear an audible i

APP each time the recording starts/stops. During re

indicator on CG03 front will flash in blue and green. Ther

time length display on the APP Screen. 

3) To stop recording video simply press the red button lo

You'll hear an audible indication from the APP each ti

starts/stops. And while video is recording, the LED indica

GC03 will flash blue and green, and there will be an indic

length of the recording on the APP screen. 
Pitch Follow Function for CG03 on SteadyGrip 

Pikh --ffi 

Pitch Follow function allows the gimbal camera to track SteadyGrip in pitch 

direction. 

To Enter Pitch Follow: 

Press Pitch Follow Button on the top of the SteadyGrip to enter Pitch 

Follow Function. The green STEADYGRIP LED Status Indicator on top will 

start blinking instead of being solid when enter Pitch Follow. 

NOTE: 

1) The default status of SteadyGrip is normal status without Pitch Follow. 

2) When SteadyGrip is in Pitch Follow status, the gimbal camera tracks 

SteadyGrip in pitch direction, and the gimbal pitch control roller wheel on 

SteadyGrip is disabled. 

To Exit Pitch Follow: 

Press Pitch Follow Button to exit this function. 

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TROUBLESHOOTING 

ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 

the lYPHOON will not the TYPHOON was moved during initialization. Turn the TYPHOON off then back on again, a

initialize does not move during the initialization proces

Flight battery will not Poor connection between the Smart Charger and the Check your connections on both the Smart 

charge (red LED on flight battery. the flight battery. Check the fuse on the Smar

charger glows solid red). 

the TYPHOON GPS will Overcast, thick clouds blocking GPS reception. Wait for the lighter cloud cover or disable GPS

not lock (ST10+ Solar flares in progress. Wait for disturbance to subside or disable GPS

indicates GPS Disabled) 

the TYPHOON is indoors. Move the TYPHOON outside or disable GPS*

Objects blocking 100 degrees of clear view of the sky. Disable GPS. Flying indoors/disabling GPS NOT R

(Possibly underneath a metallic or glass cover, inside a 

vehicle, near tall buildings, etc ... ) 

Move the TYPHOON to a clear and open area

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

downlink system. 

Raised threat level by the U.S. government. Wait for the threat level to be reduced or disa

the TYPHOON GPS has The GPS module is possibly damaged. Call Technical Support for replacement 

reduced precision 

The compass has been exposed to a magnet. Move the TYPHOON away from the magnetic 

If problem persists, calibrate compass. 

the TYPHOON GPS The GPS module is possibly damaged. Call Technical Support for replacement 

functions not operating GPS lock has not been acquired. Ensure GPS antenna has clear view of sky and 

properly been acquired. 
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 

TYPHOON Motors won't 'Compass error' is indicated by the LED. Refer to page 25 for Compass Calibration 

start 

TYPHOON is in No Fly Zone. Move at least 4 miles away from no fly zone

airports are no fly zone areas. 

TYPHOON is above 8,000 feet above MSL. Move the TYPHOON below 8,000 feet above 

Incorrect motor start up procedure. Review Motor Starting/Stopping procedure in 

TYPHOON is too close to a metal object or metal surface . Move the TYPHOON away from large metal objec

Failed Component Connect your TYPHOON to the GUI to check the s

TYPHOON Flashes orange 

twice between indications Compass needs to be calibrated . Refer to page 25 for Compass Calibration proc

TYPHOON beeps constantly EMERGENCY Mode. Possibly due to obstructed propeller Check that nothing is obstructing any propelle

and motors won't start during motor start up. the TYPHOON off then back on again. 

TYPHOON Won't hold Weak GPS signal. Confirm that the flying area has 100 degrees of 

position in hover the sky. 

TYPHOON pulses Red 

and won't start Component Disconnected, failed, or not assigned properly Connect to the GUI to locate the problem. 

U.S. Government has raised threat level. Wait for threat level to be reduced before flyin

Vibration levels high, indicated by shaky landing gear. Check to ensure propellers are not bent, nicked 

in any way. Replace damaged propellers. 

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WARRANTY INFORMATION 

Yuneec products and accessories are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for six (6) months from the original date of purchase. Yuneec

tion in the event of such defects during this period is to repair or replace the defective part or product with a comparable part or product at 

discretion. Except for such repair or replacement, the sale, processing or other handling of this product is without warranty, condition or 

Damage (including crash damage) resulting from use, accident, or normal wear and tear is not covered by this or any warranty. Yuneec assum

for any accident, injury, death, loss, or other claim related to or resulting from the use of this product. In no event shall Yuneec be liable fo

consequential damages relating to or resulting from the use of this product or any of its parts. Please review the instructions carefully w

products. Returns or replacements of parts and/or products may be subject to shipping, handling, replacement and/or restocking fees. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage is NOT covered under warranty. 

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION 

FCC STATEMENT: 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasona

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if no

used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfere

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference 

of the following measures: 

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference t

undesired operation. 

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rul

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and ca

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communicati

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to rad

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one 

following measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 

RF EXPOSURE WARNING 

This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must 

provide a separation distance of at least 20 em from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other anten

ter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF ex

ance. 

IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT FOR CANADA 

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). 

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer

interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 

Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est auto

conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectriq

si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. 

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

Cet equipement respecte les limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC defmies pour un environnement non controle