Eachine E58 Drone User Manual
Safety Precautions and Warnings
Remote-controlled models are high-risk items that must be kept away from crowds during flight. Do not interfere with the construction or damage the casing and electronic controls. Malfunctioning equipment and/or irresponsible operation can cause aviation damage, injuries to people, and other unpredictable accidents. The pilot must pay attention to all possible risks and is responsible for their own negligence.
General Safety Guidelines
- Away from Obstacles: When operating remotely, it is difficult to determine the model's speed and condition, so it is important to stay away from people, tall buildings, trees, power lines, etc. Avoid wind, rain, and other adverse weather conditions to ensure the safety of people and property.
- Away from Wet Environments: The model contains many complex electronic components and mechanical parts, so it is necessary to prevent the model from being exposed to moisture. Damage to electronic components by moisture can lead to accidents.
- Safe Operation: Please operate the model according to your skills. Complex maneuvers with little experience increase the possibility of accidental risk.
- Away from Fast-Moving Objects: Do not fly near fast-moving objects such as wind turbine blades or vehicles, as this may cause property damage or personal injury.
- Away from High Temperatures: The model is made of metal, composites, plastics, electronic components, and other materials. To avoid deformation or damage, keep the model away from high-temperature sources.
Important: LiPo Battery Warning
Lithium-polymer batteries in soft casings are lightweight but more vulnerable to mechanical impact. Damage to the casing can lead to fire; be careful during operation.
- If you do not plan to use the model for more than a week, please store batteries at 50% charge or more to extend their lifespan.
- Fully charge batteries before flight.
- Please use the original or a professional charger for battery charging.
- Do not charge batteries near highly flammable materials.
- When storing a lithium battery for more than three months, it must be recharged to maintain its voltage.
Battery Installation and Charging
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
Insert batteries into the remote control, observing polarity (+/-) as shown in the diagram. [Diagram: Remote control battery compartment with + and - markings.]
Charging the Battery
1. Connect the battery to the USB cable, then connect the USB cable to a USB port (e.g., computer or 5V USB power source). The battery is charged when the indicator light turns off. [Diagram: USB cable connected to battery and USB port.]
2. Connecting the battery to the quadcopter: Place the charged battery into the quadcopter's battery compartment, ensuring a secure connection. Press and hold the power button on the drone's body for a few seconds to turn it on. [Diagram: Battery being inserted into the drone.]
Remote Control Overview
The remote control features various buttons and sticks for operation:
- Takeoff/Landing Button: [Takeoff/Landing button icon] Press to take off or land.
- Photo/Video Button: [Camera icon] Press to take a photo. Use the smartphone app for video recording.
- Return Home / Emergency Landing Button: [Return icon] Press and hold for emergency landing.
- Speed Modes Button: [Speed icon] Cycle through speed settings (low, medium, high).
- Left Control Stick: Controls ascent/descent (throttle) and yaw (rotation).
- Right Control Stick: Controls forward/backward movement and left/right movement (pitch and roll).
- Trim Buttons: [Trim buttons] Used for fine-tuning the drone's flight path to correct any drift. There are trims for forward/backward, left/right, and yaw.
[Diagram: Remote control layout showing all buttons and sticks with labels.]
Flight Preparation
Folding Arms
Unfold the front arms first, then the rear arms. Fold the arms in the reverse order. [Diagram: Shows the sequence of unfolding and folding the drone's arms.]
Installing Propellers
When replacing propellers, please observe the rotation direction. Markings 'A' or 'B' are indicated on the top of the propeller, and their corresponding positions are shown in the diagram. If a propeller is installed incorrectly, it will not generate enough thrust for lift. [Diagram: Shows propellers with A/B markings and their correct placement on the drone motors.]
Installing Propeller Guards
Connect the propeller guards to the underside of the arms as shown in the diagram. [Diagram: Shows propeller guards attaching to the drone's arms.]
Drone Operation
Arming (Activation)
1. Place the quadcopter on a firm, flat surface. Press and hold the power button on the drone's body for a few seconds until the LED indicators start flashing. [Drone power button icon.]
2. Turn on the remote control. Then, move the throttle stick (left stick) to the maximum upward position, and then to the minimum downward position. A long beep will sound, and the LED indicators on the quadcopter will light up steadily. [Diagram: Shows left stick movement for arming.]
Flight Controls
- Ascent/Descent (Left Stick): Move the left stick up (↑) for ascent. Move the left stick down (↓) for descent.
- Forward/Backward Movement (Right Stick): Move the right stick forward (↑) for forward movement. Move the right stick backward (↓) for backward movement.
- Left/Right Movement (Right Stick): Move the right stick left (←) for leftward movement. Move the right stick right (→) for rightward movement.
- Rotation (Left Stick): Move the left stick left (←) for counter-clockwise rotation (yaw left). Move the left stick right (→) for clockwise rotation (yaw right).
Fine-tuning Flight (Trimming)
Use the trim buttons to correct any unwanted drift:
- Press the trim button until the backward drift is minimal.
- Press the trim button until the forward drift is minimal.
- Press the trim button until the leftward drift is minimal.
- Press the trim button until the rightward drift is minimal.
[Diagram: Shows trim buttons and directional drift correction.]
Headless Mode
Activating Headless Mode
Press and hold the designated button for a few seconds until a continuous beep is heard. The drone will enter headless mode, orienting itself relative to the remote control's signal source. Note: This function will automatically deactivate or when pilot control is resumed. [Diagram: Shows button for headless mode.]
In headless mode, the drone ignores its own orientation and uses the remote control's position as a reference. For example, when you move the right stick forward, the drone flies away from the remote control, even if it's facing you (camera forward) or sideways.
Speed Modes
The default speed is set to the minimum mode (recommended for beginners). Press the top-right button once for medium speed (two beeps), press again for maximum speed (three beeps), and one more press returns to minimum speed.
Gyroscope Calibration
Gyroscope calibration resets the model's horizontal settings. Place the model on a horizontal, level surface. Move the control sticks as shown in the diagram. After 2 seconds, a beep will sound, and the model will signal successful calibration with rapid flashing LEDs. [Diagram: Shows stick positions for calibration.]
Important: The gyroscope is calibrated by the manufacturer. This function is only used in cases of significant deviation.
Emergency Landing
1. If an emergency landing is required during flight, press and hold the emergency landing button; the drone's motors will stop. (Please try not to do this at high altitudes).
2. Motors shut off if the tilt angle exceeds 45 degrees.
3. Emergency landing is also available in the smartphone app, as shown in the diagram. [Diagram: Shows emergency landing button in the app interface.]
Troubleshooting
| Question | Possible Causes | Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| Drone's LED indicator is flashing, no response to the remote control. | 1. Devices are not powered on. 2. Low battery voltage in devices. 3. Incorrect battery polarity. | 1. Power on devices. 2. Use fully charged batteries or replace them. 3. Observe battery polarity. |
| When connecting the battery to the quadcopter, the device does not respond. | Drone battery is discharged. | Charge the battery or replace it with a charged one. |
| Motors spin, but the quadcopter does not take off. | 1. Motor is damaged or propellers are installed incorrectly. 2. Drone battery is discharged. | 1. Check propeller installation according to 'Flight Preparation' section, step 2. 2. Charge the battery or replace it with a charged one. |
| Quadcopter vibrates during flight. | Damaged propellers. | Replace the propellers. |
| Model behaves incorrectly after transport. | Gyroscope settings are off. | Restart the model. Perform gyroscope calibration as described in the relevant section. |
| After hard landings, the model falls when tilted. | Gyroscope settings are off. | Restart the model. Perform gyroscope calibration as described in the relevant section. |
| When the throttle stick is pressed, motors do not spin, and the indicator light on the bottom flashes. | Remote control and quadcopter are not connected. | Start the quadcopter first, then the remote control. Refer to the 'Remote Control' section, step 2. |
Smartphone App Integration
App Download and Connection
Download the 'JY UFO' app to stream live video from the drone to your smartphone. Before launching the app, place the drone on a level surface. In your smartphone's Wi-Fi settings, find the network named 'WiFiUFO - ###' and connect to it (see Photo 1). [Diagram: Shows Wi-Fi connection process.]
For Apple iOS / For domestic Andrews system / Used for foreign Andrews system - Scan QR code to download APP 'JY UFO'. [Placeholder for QR code descriptions, but QR codes themselves are excluded.]
After establishing the Wi-Fi connection, open the app as shown in Photo 2 and tap 'Play' to enter the user interface shown in Photo 3. When the video connection is established, you will see the image from the drone's camera. [Diagrams: Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3 showing app interface and connection steps.]
App Functions
The app provides various functions:
- 1. Throttle (Gas)
- 2/3. Yaw Left/Right
- 4/5. Lateral Movement Left/Right
- 6/7. Forward/Backward Movement
- 8/9. Forward/Backward Trim
- 10/11. Yaw Left/Right Trim
- 12/13. Lateral Movement Trim Left/Right
- 14. Snapshot
- 15. Video Recording
- 16. Media Library
- 17. Speed: 30% / 60% / 100%
- 18. Altitude
- 19. Gyroscope Mode
- 20. Show/Hide Sticks
- 21. Show/Hide Settings
- 22. Image Reverse
- 23. 3D Display
- 24. Headless Mode
- 25. Gyroscope Calibration
- 26. Route Planning
- 27. Flip
- 28. Emergency Stop
- 29. Takeoff
- 30. Landing
- 31. Arming (Unlock)
- 32. Voice Commands
The camera button on the remote control takes photos; use the smartphone app for video recording.
Notes:
- 1. Wi-Fi connection must be established within 20 seconds of device detection.
- 2. If there is no app connection, an SD card must be installed.
