37 To control pitch, move the right stick vertically.

Figure 5.6.5 : Pitch Joystick Controls To control roll, move the right stick horizontally.

Figure 5.6.6 : Roll Joystick Controls 

## Activate Hold until propellers start spinning.

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Hover + Land Lower just slightly to hover

Left Ya w Left Back Forward

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Right Ya w

Deactivate Hold until propellers stop spinning Activate Hold until propellers start spinning.

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ake-off + Lif t Raise just slightly for take of f

Hover + Land Lower just slightly to hover

Left Ya w Left Back Forward

Right

Right Ya w

Deactivate Hold until propellers stop spinning Move the right stick forward to fly forward.

Move the right stick back to fly backward. 

## Activate Hold until propellers start spinning.

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Hover + Land Lower just slightly to hover

Left Ya w Left Back Forward

Right

Right Ya w

Deactivate Hold until propellers stop spinning Activate Hold until propellers start spinning.

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ake-off + Lif t Raise just slightly for take of f

Hover + Land Lower just slightly to hover

Left Ya w Left Back Forward

Right

Right Ya w

Deactivate Hold until propellers stop spinning Move the right stick left to fly left.

Move the right stick right to fly right.

If you’re new to drones, take some time to learn the basics before your first flight. Visit 3dr.com/solo/info or check out Flight School in the Solo app to learn about flight controls and best practices.38 

# 6 Using the Solo App 6.1 App Interface Overview The Solo App provides a simplified interface for viewing Solo’s video feed and managing Smart Shots. The first screen in the App is the home screen:

Figure 6.1.1 : Solo App Home Screen The primary function here is to go to the main screen by tapping Fly Solo on the left side of the screen. Also, if you’re not connected to Solo and are using the Android version of the App, a Connect button appears in the top-left corner; you can connect to Solo by tapping the Connect button and following the directions. The iOS version of the app displays a Connection Instructions button instead. Additional controls at the bottom of the App home screen are as follows:

• Settings : Go to the section of the app where you can change setttings for Solo, the Controller, and the App. You can also update the software and firmware from here.

• Flight School : Takes you to a listing of instructional videos for getting started with Solo. To view the videos, your device must be connected to the Internet.

• Support : Provides resources for solving problems, logging support tickets, and related issues. Also, the home screen might display a notice: Software Update Available. This indicates that updated firmware is available for Solo, the Controller or both. The update typically features improved performance and new features. To get the update, simply tap the notice and follow the directions.39 6.1.1 Main Interface This is the screen you’ll use most of the time when flying Solo. It’s available by tapping Fly Solo on the home screen. The main screen provides the live video feed from the GoPro camera, telemetry statistics, access to Smart Shots and the map view, and more.

Figure 6.1.1.1 : App - Main Interface 1. Live video feed 2. Go to home screen 3. Horizontal distance from launch point 4. Altitude 5. Current flight mode 6. Solo battery percentage remaining 7. Controller signal strength 8. Shot List 9. Map view (see following for details) 10. Camera controls (see Section 6.1.3 for details) 11. Alerts and instructions To toggle advanced telemetry data, tap any of the telemetry readouts at the top of the screen: item 3, 4, 6, or 7. The additional information appears as follows:

Figure 6.1.1.2 : Advanced tel emetry data 1. Solo’s current air speed 2. Number of satellites and HDOP 3. Solo battery voltage and amperage 4. Wi-fi signal strength between Solo and Controller40 6.1.2 Map View To access the small map view, swipe left a short distance from the right edge of the app. To full-screen the map,swipe left again. To hide the small map, swipe to the right. To return from the full-screen map, tap the picture-inpicture video display at the top-left of the map. A live map view is normally available only with GPS lock and on devices with mobile data (cellular Internet). With a Wi-Fi only iOS device, you can cache map data automatically by connecting to the Internet, then opening the map in the Solo App and navigating to the area you want to map. Then, when you connect the device to Solo, the App automatically remembers the map. Note : iOS controls the map data cache procedurally; 3DR cannot guarantee its availability. For best results, make sure your iOS device has a reasonable amount of free storage. If you’re using an Android Wi-Fi-only device such as a tablet, with a bit of preparation, you can cache a map section and call it up as needed even if mobile data is not available. You need not be connected to Solo to follow these steps: 1. Connect your Android device to Internet-enabled Wi-Fi. 2. Open the Solo App and tap Fly Solo. This takes you to the main screen, which informs you that Solo is not connected. 3. Position your finger at the right side of the screen and swipe all the way left. This takes you to the map screen, which should resemble the following illustration after loading map data:

Figure 6.1.2.1 : Initial Map Screen 4. To begin the caching process, tap the Download button ( ) at the right-center of the screen.

Figure 6.1.2.2 : Map Screen During Caching42 To access the camera settings, tap the sliders icon immediately below the record button:

Figure 6.1.3.2 : Tap for Camera Se ttings Tip : You can change camera settings while flying as long as you’re not recording. The two camera-settings areas, available from the buttons on the right side of the screen, are Camera Mode and Camera Settings:

Figure 6.1.3.3 : In-App C amera Settings

• Camera Mode : Determines what happens when you tap the Record button on the main App screen.

Choose Video Mode for recording continuous video; choose Photo Mode for shooting stills.

• Camera Settings : Provides access to the following parameters. The available values for each parameter

vary depending on the GoPro model and other current parameter values. For details, consult your GoPro manual. For recommended values, see the table in Section 3.2.9, Recommended GoPro Settings, on page 22.43 Note : All of these settings apply to Video Mode only, except for Photo Resolution, which applies to Photo Mode only.

• Video Resolution (in pixels): The resolution the camera uses to capture video. To set still-image

resolution, use the Photo Resolution setting instead.

• FPS : Frames per second.

• FOV : Field of View

• Low Light : On or off

• Protune : On or off

• Photo Resolution : The resolution the camera uses to capture still images in Photo mode.

• GoPro Model : Choose the model of GoPro camera you’re using. This setting determines the available

parameter values.

• Save to Camera Roll : When on and recording video to the camera, the mobile device also records the

video received by the app from Solo to its internal memory. The Camera Roll video is available via the same methods as video recorded directly with the mobile device. For instance, if using an iOS device, you can access the Camera Roll video from the Photos app.

• Record during shots : GoPro automatically records video whenever a Smart Shot is active. To exit the camera settings, tap “Done” or anywhere to the left of the settings area.44 

# 6.2 Smart Shots Solo’s Smart Shots automate video capturing to make it easy to get stunning aerial video. By default, Cable Cam and Orbit are assigned to the controller’s A and B buttons. Use the app to access Selfie or Follow. Smart Shots are available only with the Solo app. Tip : When using Smart Shots without a Solo Gimbal, Solo cannot ensure that the subject is in the frame at all times. If this is the case, you can improve the chances of keeping the subject in the frame by adjusting the camera mount so the camera is fixed at an appropriate angle. To access the shot list, tap the Shot List button ( ) on the main App screen:

Figure 6.1 : App - Main Screen Then, on the next screen, tap the icon for the Smart Shot you want to use:

Figure 6.2 : App - Shot List Tip : To see directions for a Smart Shot, tap its icon while Solo is on the ground.45 

# 6.3 Selfie In Selfie, Solo flies a smooth up-and-back path to capture a subject in a cinematic establishing shot. Before starting a Selfie shot, always ensure that there is a clear path 200 feet (61 m) behind and above Solo. Once you activate Selfie mode, Solo flies up and away from the subject to a point 164 feet (50 m) from the subject at 82 feet (25 m) altitude. You can change these default distances with Selfie Options.

Figure 6.3.1 : Selfie Path and Settings 1 Distance away (default 164 ft.) 2 Altitude up (default 82 ft.) 3 Flight path

6.3.1 Selfie Setup To start Selfie, fly Solo to a starting point, facing the subject from approximately 10 feet away, and select Selfie from the Shot List. The app prompts you to position Solo so the camera is facing you and to ensure that the path it will follow (up and back) is clear. To continue, tap this screen.

Figure 6.3.1.1 : App - Selfie Activation
6.3.2 Selfie Operation To move Solo along the Selfie path, tap the forward and back arrows in the App, labeled “Fly out” and “Return,” respectively. The default cruise speed when using Selfie is 9 mph (4 m/s). 2 1 3

Always ensure that there is a clear path 200 feet (30 m) behind and above Solo before starting Selfie. Press To stop Solo at any time, press Pause. To switch to manual control at any point, press Fly.52 

# 7 Alerts The following alerts will appear on the controller in the event of a preflight or in flight error. Always monitor the controller for alerts and perform the recommended actions. 

# 7.1 Preflight Errors Before starting the motors, Solo runs a series of automatic checks to ensure that the system is ready for flight. If Solo encounters an error during these preflight checks, the controller will display the encountered error along with instructions for the corresponding calibration to perform.

7.1.1 Calibration The following errors indicate that a preflight check is in progress: altitude calibrating, calibrating solo, and calibrating compass. Please wait for the error to clear before continuing.

Figure 7.1.1.1 : Controller - Calibration in Progress Alerts If Solo is not placed on a level surface, you will receive the following alert to move Solo to a level surface for takeoff.

Figure 7.1.1.2 : Controller - Uneven Surface Alert If Solo requires manual calibration, the following alert messages show the displays for compass and level calibrations. Refer to Section 10.2 for compass- and level-calibration instructions.

Figure 7.1.1.3 : Controller - Re-Calibration Required Alerts PREARM SENSOR ERRORS

Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Altitude calibrating Please wait

Compass error User asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Compass error Please calibrate compass using the 3DR Solo app

Level error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate Alert persists until: User complete calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Level error Please calibrate level using the 3DR Solo app

Sensor error screen For sensor errors requiring user-initiated restart



### Sensor error Please try and restart Solo

Battery unknown Displayed if Artoo is powered on with a battery has an ID resistor unknown to Artoo. (Not logged in current software version’s index.) HAPTIC: Strong feedback, 40 millisecond pulse After Solo is disconnected, Artoo should display “waiting for Solo” 

### Unknown battery

Battery % not be accurate ?

Dismiss Control sticl error
Persists until: Controller starts with stick values in range. 

### Control stick error Contact 3DR customer support ARMING ALERTS

Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Calibration error Please restart Solo

Compass error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (system then continues sensor check) User powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Calibrating compass Please wait

Level error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate Alert persists until: User complete calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Uneven surface Move Solo to a level surface Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Calibrat ing Solo Please wait

Compass error User asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Throttle too high This flight mode requires low throttle before starting motors

Catch-All Remaining rare but problematic APM errors will be captured under a catch-all for logging trouble tickets 

### Service required Use 3DR Solo app to log a trouble

ticket with customer support ARMING ALERTS

Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Calibration error Please restart Solo

Compass error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (system then continues sensor check) User powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Calibrating compass Please wait

Level error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate Alert persists until: User complete calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Uneven surface Move Solo to a level surface Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Calibrat ing Solo Please wait

Compass error User asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Throttle too high This flight mode requires low throttle before starting motors

Catch-All Remaining rare but problematic APM errors will be captured under a catch-all for logging trouble tickets 

### Service required Use 3DR Solo app to log a trouble

ticket with customer support ARMING ALERTS

Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Calibration error Please restart Solo

Compass error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (system then continues sensor check) User powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Calibrating compass Please wait

Level error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate Alert persists until: User complete calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Uneven surface Move Solo to a level surface Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Calibrat ing Solo Please wait

Compass error User asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Throttle too high This flight mode requires low throttle before starting motors

Catch-All Remaining rare but problematic APM errors will be captured under a catch-all for logging trouble tickets 

### Service required Use 3DR Solo app to log a trouble

ticket with customer support PREARM SENSOR ERRORS

Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Altitude calibrating Please wait

Compass error User asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Compass error Please calibrate compass using the 3DR Solo app

Level error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate Alert persists until: User complete calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Level error Please calibrate level using the 3DR Solo app

Sensor error screen For sensor errors requiring user-initiated restart



### Sensor error Please try and restart Solo

Battery unknown Displayed if Artoo is powered on with a battery has an ID resistor unknown to Artoo. (Not logged in current software version’s index.) HAPTIC: Strong feedback, 40 millisecond pulse After Solo is disconnected, Artoo should display “waiting for Solo” 

### Unknown battery

Battery % not be accurate ?

Dismiss Control sticl error
Persists until: Controller starts with stick values in range. 

### Control stick error Contact 3DR customer support PREARM SENSOR ERRORS

Altitude calibration System self-calibrates altitude after altitude disparity Alert persists until: System self-calibrates (sys then continues sensor check) Timeout: after 1 minute (?) (results in “sensor error” screen) 

### Altitude calibrating Please wait

Compass error User asked to use Solo app to calibrate. Alert persists until: User completes calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Compass error Please calibrate compass using the 3DR Solo app

Level error User is asked to use Solo app to calibrate Alert persists until: User complete calibration using the app (sys then continues sensor check) Powers off controller, or Solo Controller auto-shutdown Note: Artoo will not assume the same error is present on restart, and will run a fresh check when connected to Solo. 

### Level error Please calibrate level using the 3DR Solo app

Sensor error screen For sensor errors requiring user-initiated restart



### Sensor error Please try and restart Solo

Battery unknown Displayed if Artoo is powered on with a battery has an ID resistor unknown to Artoo. (Not logged in current software version’s index.) HAPTIC: Strong feedback, 40 millisecond pulse After Solo is disconnected, Artoo should display “waiting for Solo” 

### Unknown battery

Battery % not be accurate ?

Dismiss Control sticl error
Persists until: Controller starts with stick values in range. 

### Control stick error Contact 3DR customer support56 

# 8 Advanced Settings This section provides instructions for accessing and using Solo’s advanced features and settings. 

# 8.1 Advanced Flight Modes Are you a quadcopter pro? We designed Solo to be simple and reliable, but also really fun to fly. Solo includes five advanced flight modes: Fly:Manual, Stabilize, Acro, Sport, and Drift. To access these modes, see sections 8.2 and 8.3, following.

8.1.1 Fly:Manual Fly:Manual mode is a version of standard flight without GPS lock. In Fly:Manual, the throttle stick controls altitude the same way as standard flight (Fly mode). However, because it does not use GPS positioning, when you release the right stick, Solo does not hold its position but instead drifts according to wind conditions and existing momentum. To control Solo’s position when flying in Fly:Manual mode, adjust the right stick continually and use the left stick to maintain Solo’s orientation. 8.1.2 Stabilize Stabilize mode provides full manual control without autopilot assistance. In Stabilize, the autopilot regulates Solo’s roll and pitch angles so that it automatically returns to level when you release the right stick. The throttle stick controls power and acceleration directly; it does not correspond to altitude. Stabilize requires fine control of both the left and right sticks to fly Solo. Stabilize does not require GPS lock. 8.1.3 Drift Drift modes requires GPS lock and provides a plane-like flying experience. Drift is ideal for navigating Solo using the video feed. This is known as first-person view (FPV) and provides an immersive flying experience. In Drift, you control roll, pitch, and yaw with the controller’s right stick. To navigate Solo in Drift mode, move the right stick to initiate a coordinated turn in that direction. Releasing the right stick causes Solo to drift to a stop over a two-second period. Solo does not automatically control altitude in Drift, and thus requires continual adjustments to the throttle stick in this mode. 8.1.4 Acro Acro is the most advanced of Solo’s flight modes. It provides unrestricted control over Solo’s roll and pitch angles. Acro is intended for performing aerial acrobatics, flips, and maneuvers requiring extreme angles. Acro provides noaltitude or position assistance, so be prepared to make constant adjustment to both sticks. Acro is a copter-frameoriented mode, meaning that, in Acro, Solo always responds to controls relative to its own orientation. Acro does not require GPS lock.

8.1.5 Sport Sport mode is a modified version of Acro that includes altitude assistance and earth-frame orientation. With altitude assistance, the throttle stick behaves the same in Sport mode as it does in standard flight (Fly mode). Earth-frame orientation differs from copter-frame orientation in that the direction of yaw rotation is in relation to the earth instead of in relation to the copter itself. For example, if Solo is pitched forward in sport mode and left yaw is applied, Solo will maintain the same pitch angle and rotate around the vertical axis. As opposed to in acro’s copter-frame orientation, in which, in the same situation, Solo will perform a cartwheel. Sport does not require GPS lock. Advanced flight modes are for experienced operators only. Do not attempt to use these modes unless you are comfortable flying multicopters without positioning and altitude assistance.

Do not fly in Acro mode unless you are an extremely experienced operator. Without the proper skills, crashes in Acro are highly likely.57 

# 8.2 Enabling Advanced Flight Modes To unlock Solo’s advanced flight modes using the App, choose Settings from the home screen, then select Advanced Settings. Toggle the Enable Advanced Flight Modes option to gain access to Solo’s advanced modes.

Figure 8.2.1 : App - Advanced Settings 

# 8.3 Accessing Advanced Flight Modes After you enable advanced flight modes, you can access them only by assigning them to the controller’s A and B buttons using the App. In the app, go to Settings > Solo and select Preset A or Preset B settings list. (The app must be connected to Solo to apply button assignments.) Once assigned, use the controller to activate advanced modes during flight.

Figure 8.3.1 : App - A and B Presets 

# 8.4 Home Position Safety Fly:Manual, Stabilize, Acro, and Sport modes do not require GPS lock. To take off without GPS lock, Solo must be set to one of these modes. Without an active GPS signal, Return Home, Pause, and Smart Shots are disabled. If you take off without GPS lock, Solo does not save a home position at the launch point. If Solo acquires GPS lock mid-flight, the autopilot saves a home position at that location. To prevent a potentially unsafe situation, do not use Return Home if Solo did not acquire GPS prior to takeoff.



# 8.5 Performance Adjustment The Solo app includes options to adjust Solo’s performance to suit your flying style. To access the performance sliders, go to Settings, choose Solo, and then select Performance. The Flight slider controls how fast Solo flies and its responsiveness to controls. The Camera Pan slider regulates the speed that Solo rotates. Move the slider If Solo did not acquire GPS lock prior to takeoff, do not use Return Home.58 towards the turtle for slower, more cushioned movement, or move the slider towards the rabbit for faster, more responsive movement.

Figure 8.5.1 : App - Per formance Sliders Tip : When using the Solo Gimbal, for best results set Performance to Medium. 

# 8.6 Units To change the units in the Solo App between imperial and Metric, go to Settings and then choose Units.

Figure 8.6.1 : App - Change Units 

# 8.7 Maximum Altitude Adjustment To adjust the altitude limit, go to Settings, choose Solo, and then select Altitude Limits. Scroll the list horizontally to change the upper limit. A No Limit option is available if you turn on Advanced Settings > Enable Advanced Flight Modes. If you opt for No Limit, ensure that you always operate Solo within your visual line of sight and in compliance with local regulations.

Figure 8.7.1 : App - Altitude Limit 

# 8.8 Map Tile Provider (Android only) If your device supports mobile data (typically a cell phone), you can view a map of your surroundings by swiping left on the main screen in the Solo App. This setting lets you choose whether the map data comes from Google or Map59 Box. If you’re using mobile data, the choice is up to you, but if you’re using a Wi-Fi-only device, we recommend that you use Map Box in order to be able to cache map data. For more information, see section 6.1.2 on page 39. 

# 9 Support 3DR Support is here to help you get the most out of Solo. If you have any questions, send an email to support@3dr. com or give us a call at 1 (855) 982-2898 (toll free in the US and Canada) or direct at +1 (858) 225-1414. To submit a support request through our website, visit 3dr.com/support. Use the Solo app to submit a trouble ticket; this automatically sends your flight logs be sent to 3DR Support. To submit a support request within the Solo app, select Support from the home screen, tap Contact Us, and select Log Trouble Ticket.

Figure 9.1 : App - Submit Trouble Ticket63 10.4.1 Leg #3 To replace a standard leg, use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws, detach the old leg, and attach the new leg using the provided screws.

Figure 10.4.1.1 : Standard Leg Replacement Process
10.4.2 Legs #1 and #2 with Antennas To replace a leg with an antenna module where the existing antenna is physically intact, you’ll need to remove the antenna from the old leg before replacing it. To detach the antenna, remove the plastic sheet from the leg (1) and detach the antenna from t he Velcro by carefully pulling the cable (2). Follow the standard leg replacement procedure to detach the old leg (3).

Figure 10.4.2.1 : Detaching the Anten 1 2
3

na from the Leg Attach the new leg by threading the antenna cable through the notch in the top of the leg (1) and securing the leg using the provide screws (2).64 Figure 10.4.2.2 : Attaching a New Leg w 

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ith an Existing Antenna To secure the antenna to the new leg, use the provided Velcro to attach only the yellow-backed Velcro strip to the Velcro on the antenna. Then remove the backing and attach the Velcro and antenna to the inside of the leg, placing the tip of the antenna five mm from the edge of the rubber foot (1) as shown in the following illustration. Fold the ends of a provided plastic sheet at right angles (2), remove the adhesive backing, and stick the plastic sheet to the leg so it secures the antenna in place (3).

Figure 10.4.2.3 : Attaching an Existing Antenn 5 mm between antenna and foot
3 2 1

a to a New Leg 10.4.3 Leg #4 with Compass Solo’s right-rear leg (#4) contains the compass module. Start by detaching the leg from the arm as you would a standard leg, but the leg will not be removable until you disconnect the compass from Solo. To access the compass connector, you’ll need to remove the battery tray from Solo. For battery tray removal instructions, see Section 10.5. With the battery tray removed, locate the compass connector in the corner of the board closest to the leg being replaced. Disconnect the compass connector from the board by holding down the tab on the far side of the connector and lifting up the connector. Because the space between the arm and the connector is limited, it might help to use a screwdriver to press the tab.65 Figure 10.4.3.1 : Compass Connector on Mainboard With the compass disconnected, remove the old leg and cable from Solo. Place the new leg into position and thread the new compass cable through the arm where it can connect to the board. Connect the compass connector in the same place as the old compass.

Figure 10.4.3.2 : Insert New L eg with Compass Secure the new leg in place and replace the battery tray.67 

# 10.6 Motor Mods Replacement motors are available as clockwise and counterclockwise Motor Pods. Use a counterclockwise Motor Pod to replace motors #1 and #2, and use a clockwise Motor Pod to replace motors #3 and #4. Replace motor pods after every 150 hours of flight or when they can no longer turn smoothly. To replace a Motor Pod, first use a small, flat prying tool to remove the LED cover form the underside of the arm.

Figure 10.6.1 : LED Cover Removal Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the pod to the arm.

Figure 10.6.2 : Motor Pod Removal Disconnect the wide beige connector, the red wire and the black wire to remove the old motor pod. To remove the wide beige connector (DF13), carefully lift the edges of the connector away from the pod until they pop out, then remove the connector. Don’t pull on the wires! The connector can break easily you use force to remove it.68 Figure 10.6.3 : Motor Pod Disconnection Connect the three cables from the arm to the new motor pod. Tuck the cables inside the arm and set the new pod into place.

Figure 10.6.4 : Motor Pod Connection Turn over Solo and secure the new motor pod into place using the four provided screws. Do not reuse the screws from the old Motor Pod. Finally, snap the LED cover back into place.

Figure 10.6.5 : Motor Pod and LED Cover Attachment 

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# 11 Appendix 11.1 Specifications Solo is a quad-rotor aerial vehicle powered by the 3DR Pixhawk 2 autopilot system and APM:Copter flight control software. Solo communicates with the controller and Solo app over the 3DR Link secure Wi-Fi connection. Autopilot: 3DR Pixhawk 2 Flight code: ArduPilot Copter Control: 3DR Solo Controller Wireless communication: 3DR Link 1.0 Frequency: 2.4 GHz Height: 10 in. (25 cm) Motor-to-motor dimension: 18 in. (26 cm) Propulsion: 880 K V motors, two clockwise rotating motors and two counterclockwise rotating motors Propeller: 10 in. x 4.5 in. (25 cm x 11.4 cm) Weight with battery: 3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg) Controller battery life: 3 hours Extended controller battery life: 6 hours Controller battery: Li-ion 2600 mAh 7.2 Vdc (5200 mAh for extended battery) Power: Electric (rechargeable lithium polymer battery) Battery: Lithium polymer, 5200 mAh, 14.8 Vdc Battery weight: 1 lb. (.5 kg) Estimated flight time: 25 minutes* Maximum altitude: 328 ft. (100 m) Range: .5 miles** (.8 km) Payload capacity: 1.1 lbs. (500 g) Cruise speed: 5.7 mph (2.5 m/s) Maximum speed: 55 mph (25.5 m/s) Maximum climb rate: 11 mph (5.0 m/s) Maximum descent rate: 5.5 mph (2.5 m/s) Headwind limitation: 25 mph (11 m/s) Crosswind limitation: 25 mph (11 m/s) Camera: Streaming video compatible with GoPro® HERO 3, 3+ or 4 Full compatibility with GoPro® HERO 4 Solo app compatibility: iOS 8.0 or later / Android 4.3 or later Operating temperature: 32° F - 113° F (0° C - 45° C) Operating relative humidity: 0-85% RH

*Flight time varies with payload, wind conditions, elevation, temperature, humidity, flying style, and pilot skill. Listed flight time applies to elevations less than 2,000 ft above sea level. **Range varies with location, antenna orientation, background noise and multi-path.72 

# 11.2 Warranty
3D Robotics warrants to the original retail purchaser of Solo (the “Product”) that at the time of purchase that this product is free from material defect in materials and workmanship. Should this Product fail during normal consumer usage and conditions due to defective material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, or such longer period as is required by applicable law (“Warranty Period”), such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced at 3D Robotics’ option, without charge for parts or labor directly related to the defect(s). The complete terms of the limited warranty applicable to Solo can be found at 3dr.com/terms. This Warranty extends only to consumers who purchase the product from a 3D Robotics authorized reseller and is not transferable or assignable. This Warranty does not apply to: (1) Product subjected to abnormal use or conditions, accident (including without limitation, collision, crash or fire), alteration, or improper repair; (2) damage from exposure to moisture or extreme environmental conditions; (3) damage from use with any accessory, software or other product not expressly authorized by 3D Robotics; (4) damage from external causes such as dirt, sand, battery leakage, blown fuse, or improper usage of any electrical source; (5) commercial use; or (6) use in violation of law or ordinances in effect in the jurisdiction in which the Product is used. 3D Robotics assumes no liability for any accident, injury, death, loss, or other claim related to or resulting from the use of this product. 3D Robotics makes no other warranties for Solo, and makes no warranties whatsoever for service, software, maintenance or support for non-3D Robotics branded products. Such products, service, software, maintenance or support is provided by 3D Robotics “As Is” and any third-party warranties, products, software, services, maintenance or support are provided by the original manufacturer or supplier, not by 3D Robotics. Software is subject to the separate software license agreement accompanying or made available to you in connection with the software. A portion of the software contains or consists of open-source software, which you may use under the terms and conditions of the specific license under which the open-source software is distributed. You agree that you will be bound by any and all such license agreements, and that your usage of this product indicates your acceptance of those agreements. Title to software remains with the applicable licensor(s). In no event will 3D Robotics be liable to you for damages, including any general, special, incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the software. THE EXTENT OF 3D ROBOTICS’ LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL ITS LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT. 

# 11.3 Regulatory Compliance

11.3.1 U.S. - FCC (Federal Communication Commission) 3DR Solo FCC: 2ADYD-S111A 3DR Solo Controller FCC: 2ADYD-AT11A 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 that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3D Robotics could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radiation Exposure Statement: The Solo system has been tested to ensure compliance with FCC-mandated limits for general population radio frequency (RF) exposure for an uncontrolled environment. These limits ensure that no harmful effects will result from operating Solo according to the standard operating procedures described in this manual.73 The body’s Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for the Solo controller is 1.33 watts per kilogram (W/kg) in compliance with the FCC limit of 1.6 W/kg. To reduce exposure to RF energy, hold Solo at least 20 cm away from your body at all times during operation. Do not operate the Solo controller co-located or in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
11.3.2 Declaration of Conformity 3D Robotics declares that Solo & Solo Controller are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity can be obtained from help@3dr.com.
11.3.3 Canada - Industry Canada 3DR Solo IC: 12768A-S114A Model number: S110A 3DR Solo Controller IC: 12768A-AT14A Model number: AT10A This device complies with Industry Canada license-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 interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. IC Radiation Exposure Statement: The Solo system has been tested to ensure compliance with IC-mandated limits for general population radio frequency (RF) exposure for an uncontrolled environment. These limits ensure that no harmful effects will result from operating Solo according to the standard operating procedures described in this manual. To reduce exposure to RF energy, hold Solo at least 20 cm away from your body at all times during operation. Do not operate the Solo controller co-located or in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3D Robotics could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.