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ABOUT THIS MANUAL WHAT IS IN THE DOCUMENT Welcome to the EVOLVE 2 user manual. This user guide is designed to give you a detailed overview of each element of our product. It provides information on how to set up your EVOLVE 2 and optimize its use for safe flight. Please read it carefully before you begin. If you encounter any issues at any stage, visit the “Contact Us” section of our website at www.XDynamics.com/ContactUs. Thank you. EVOLVE 2 User Manual V1.
LEGEND Within this manual the following Legends are used: Safety Warning Important User Hints and Tips Reference REQUIREMENTS BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT Read the following information before using the EVOLVE 2 1. EVOLVE 2 User Manual 2. Quick Start Guide PRODUCT SUPPORT Store Website Please visit the fly safe page and download information related to the EVOLVE 2 here - https://store.xdynamics.com/fly-safe/ https://store.xdynamics.
SECURITY DISCLAIMER Security of information for aircraft products has become a major concern for UAS operators that do not wish for their flight information and collected imagery to be accessed by outside entities or governments. Most leading aircraft manufacturers do not have the ability to secure this type of information. A typical consumer aircraft sends all the metadata information, such as aircraft position history and copies of all video and photography files, to unsecured cloud accounts.
DISCLAIMER AND WARNING This product is not a toy and should only be operated by persons over the age of 18. Please keep it out of reach of children, especially during flight operation. It is highly recommended that any pilot using this product have a Small Unmanned aircraft Systems‘ Remote Pilot Airman Certificate. Be sure to read this document carefully before using the product to fully understand your legal rights, responsibilities and safety instructions.
INTELLIGENT FLIGHT BATTERY SAFETY GUIDELINES All instructions and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of XDynamics LLC. For up-todate product information, visit http://www.xdynamics.com and click on the product page for this product. Read the ENTIRE user manual to become familiar with the features of this product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product or personal property and cause serious injuries.
CONTENTS PRODUCT PROFILE PRODUCT INTRODUCTION _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 KEY FEATURES _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2-3 AIRCRAFT ANNOTATED DIAGRAM _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
SMART PILOT SYSTEM SCREEN INTRODUCTION _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 43-44 NOTIFICATIONS_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 45 FIRMWARE UPDATES _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
PRODUCT PROFILE Product Introduction Key Features Aircraft Annoted Diagram Ground Station Annoted Diagram
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION The EVOLVE 2 is the first fully integrated premium drone platform providing aerial cinematographers with professional grade filming capabilities and an advanced flight experience in a comprehensive package. EVOLVE 2 is the smallest multirotor drone platform equipped with a mirrorless Micro Four Thirds camera supported by a monocoque carbon-fiber airframe. These premium materials minimize weight for longer flight time while providing enhanced structural integrity.
KEY FEATURES Superior Image Quality and Camera System Since the infancy of motion pictures, the camera has played an important role in storytelling allowing the viewer to imagine themselves in the moment and experience all the action and emotions through the lens. The Astra camera system, designed and manufactured by XDynamics allows you to capture the most amazing images even in the most challenging environments.
Strength, Durability and Resilience Whereas other companies primarily invest in marketing and fancy campaigns, XDynamics prioritizes premium quality materials and workmanship. We design and manufacture virtually nearly every component of our aircraft and camera (except for sensors and lenses), maintaining complete control over quality and engineering. We believe this is the correct path to creating the highest quality and most durable drone platforms for aspiring filmmakers.
AIRCRAFT ANNOTATED DIAGRAM AIRCRAFT 6 1. LED Light 2. Camera Micro SD Port / Micro USB / Pairing Button 3. Camera LED Status 1 4. Camera 2 5. Lens Release Button 6. Motor 7. Forward Vision System (inactive) 8. Lens 9. Propellers – 2 CW and 2 CCW 7 3 8 4 5 10. Camera CFast Port 11. Gimbal Release Button 12. Gimbal 9 9 13. Camera 14. Power On/Off Button 15. Battery 16. Battery Release Latch (Side) 17. Magnesium Undercarriage 18. Bottom LED Light 10 CFAST 2.
GROUND STATION ANNOTATED DIAGRAM GROUND STATION 1. Front Camera 1 2. Microphone 2 3. 8-inch Touch Screen 4. Power On/Off Button 5. Control Sticks 6. 5.5-inch Touch Screen 7. Landing / Take-off Button 8. Light Sensor 9. LED Signal Indicator 8 3 10. Speaker 11. RTH Button 12. Battery Charging Port 13. Customizable Button C2 14. Customizable Button C4 15. Customizable Button C1 9 4 10 5 6 11 7 16. Customizable Button C3 12 17. Tripod 18. Battery Indicator Button 19.
AIRCRAFT Aircraft Introduction Inserting and Removing the Aircraft Battery Turning On/Off the Aircraft Battery Charging the Aircraft Battery Aircraft Battery LED Indications Aircraft LED Indicators Ensure Correct Propeller Alignment Attaching And Detaching The Propellers Beginner Mode Flight Modes Home Point Compass Calibration Accelerometer Calibration Gain and Expo Aircraft Flight Control Aircraft and Pilot Orientation
AIRCRAFT INTRODUCTION Graceful by Nature. Strong by Design The EVOLVE 2 is a graceful and well-balanced aircraft designed with both the strongest and lightest materials that not only withstand the tests of time and weather but also provide a unique, comfortable, intelligent, and safe flight experience. Taking inspiration from nature, the silhouette of the body is optimized to increase efficiency during flight.
INSERTING AND REMOVING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY INSERTING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY Be sure that the aircraft battery is fully charged before flying. STEPS FOR AIRCRAFT BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. Ensure the battery is turned OFF . 2. Then ensure the orientation of the battery is correct (The OLED display with battery details should be facing upwards). 3. Insert by pushing the battery gently into the aircraft until the two latches of the battery securely engage into the aircraft.
REMOVING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY Remove the battery by squeezing the battery mechanical latches and pulling the battery out of the aircraft. Ensure the aircraft battery is turned OFF before inserting or removing it from the aircraft or battery charger. When removing the battery from the aircraft allow the battery to cool to room temperature before charging the battery with the supplied charger. STEPS FOR REMOVING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY 1. Ensure the battery is turned OFF. 2.
TURNING ON/OFF THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY The battery has a dual press feature to avoid the user accidentally turning on the battery with a single button press. TURN ON THE AIRCRAFT Press the power button once to check the battery level. Press the power button once, then press again and hold for two seconds to turn the battery on. LED lights located underneath the 4 motors should light up when powered on.
TURN OFF THE AIRCRAFT Press the battery button once, then press again and hold for two seconds to turn the battery off. LED lights located underneath the 4 motors should turn off when powered off. All lights on the battery button will turned off when the aircraft is powered off. Make sure to remove the battery from the aircraft battery compartment when not in use to avoid accidentally turning it on.
CHARGING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY BATTERY CHARGER OVERVIEW 4 Below is a diagram identifying the different components of the battery charger 1 2 3 5 COMPONENTS OF THE BATTERY CHARGER 1. AC Power Cord/Cable 2. Adaptor 3. Charger Splitter Block 4. Aircraft Battery Connector 5. Ground Station Battery Connector CHARGING THE AIRCRAFT BATTERY 1. Connect charger to a power source. 2. Connect battery to the charger’s Aircraft Battery Connector. 3.
AIRCRAFT BATTERY LED INDICATIONS When determining the estimated flight time and distance range of any aircraft flight, the user should have an idea of how much flight time is remaining according to the current power percentage left. Below describes the estimated flight times for battery percentages. Status when charging Status when switch on = ON = OFF = BLINKING EVOLVE 2 User Manual V1.
