Operation Manual
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Speciļ¬cations
Autopilot: Pixhawk v2.4.5
Firmware: ArduCopter 3.2
GPS: 3DR uBlox GPS with Compass (LEA-6H module, 5 Hz update)
Telemetry radio: 3DR Radio Telemetry v2 (915 mHz or 433 mHz)
Motors: 950 kV
Frame type: V
Propellers: 9.5 x 4.5 T-Motor multirotor self-tightening counterclockwise (2)
9.5 x 4.5 T-Motor multirotor self-tightening clockwise (2)
Battery: 3S 5.1 Ah 8C lithium polymer
Low battery voltage: 10.5 V
Maximum voltage: 12.6 V
Battery cell limit: 3S
Battery weight: 320 g
IRIS is compatible with 3S lithium polymer batteries only. Using a 4S battery can cause
permanent damage to the gimbal electronics and will void the warranty.
Weight with battery: 1282 g
Height: 100 mm
Motor-to-motor: 550 mm
Payload capacity: 400 g (.8 lbs)
Radio range: up to 1 km (.6 miles)
Flight time: 16-22 minutes*
*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.
Resources
Hardware: 3DR.com/iris/info
Firmware: copter.ardupilot.com
Software: planner.ardupilot.com and planner2.ardupilot.com
3DR Store: store.3DR.com
Community: diydrones.com
Happy flying!