Potensic D85 User Manual
Potensic
5G WiFi Farther. Faster. Clearer
(This camera works with 5G WIFI only. Please make sure that your device supports 5G WIFI.)
GPS
[TapFly] [Follow me] [Point of Interest] [GPS Positioning]
[One key to Return]
Brushless motor (2204 1500KV)
Independent ESC (stuck and high-temperature protection)
2.4GHz two-way communication (weak signal alarm, low voltage alarm)
Important statement and safety guidelines
Thank you for purchasing Potensic product. Please read this manual carefully before use and retain it for future reference. It should be retained for future reference.
Important statement
- This aircraft is not a toy, but a hobby grade model. It should be assembled and operated properly. The pilot must operate this aircraft in a safe way. Improper operation may cause injury or property damage.
- This aircraft is applicable for pilots aged 14+ who have skilled flying experience.
- Users are in full charge of proper operation of this aircraft. Manufacturer and dealers disclaim any responsibility for damages caused by misuse.
- Keep small accessories away from children to avoid accidents.
Flight safety guidelines
Hobby grade radio control aircraft is considered to have the most potential danger. Users should firmly uphold the principle of "safety comes first". Never fly the aircraft near airports, above crowds, or in zones storing dangerous goods, and realize the operator's responsibility towards accidents caused by improper operations.
- Stay away from obstacles, crowds, power lines, trees or waters
Always choose a wide open area for every flight, well away from people and property. Never fly directly over people or animals. Please do not fly in bad weather conditions such as high temperature, snow, strong wind (≥level 5), rain, or fog. Maintain a 7ft (2m) distance from the aircraft when taking off and landing. - Keep the aircraft in a dry environment
The aircraft is composed of sophisticated electronic components and mechanical parts. To avoid damage to the mechanical and electronic components, please keep the aircraft in a dry environment and use a clean cloth to wipe the surface and keep it clean. - Practice flying together with a skillful pilot
Beginners are suggested to practice flying together with a skillful pilot's guidance. Do not fly alone. - Bear proper operation and safe flight guidelines in mind
Please take a careful look at the manuals before flights for important information of product functions and operation tips, and learn how to use the accessories. Safe flight always comes first. Stay informed of and abide strictly by relevant local laws and regulations. Keep away from any non-flight zones and respect other people's privacy. - Safe flying
Please make sure you are in good shape mentally before every flight. Fly the aircraft as per your flying experience. Never fly under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep the remote controller at least 20 cm away from your body when flying the aircraft. - Keep distance from a flying aircraft
Never use your hands to touch a flying aircraft under any circumstance. Do not approach and touch a landed aircraft before its propellers are completely locked. - Keep away from heat source
The aircraft is made of metal, fiber, plastic, electronic components, and other materials. Please keep it away from heat sources to avoid deformation or damage caused by sun exposure and high temperature. - Environmental protection requirements
To protect our blue planet, please recycle the aircraft as per local laws and regulations.
Product profile
Product configuration
Package includes
- Aircraft X1
- Camera mount X1
- Propeller changing tool X1
- Remote controller X1
- Extra Propellers A/B X2
- Charging converter X1
- Power adaptor X1
- Battery X1
- Camera X1
- High landing gear X4
- Screwdriver X1
- Balance charger X1
- Mobile phone holder X1
Technical parameter of the aircraft
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Diagonal | 310mm |
| Overall height | 150mm |
| Battery | 7.4V 2800mAh |
| Gross weight | About 610g (with undercarriage, battery, camera and high landing gear) |
| Brushless motor | 2204 1500KV |
| Maximum flying time | About 19 minutes |
Product assemble
How to attach and detach the propellers
Attach the propellers:
Install propeller A and propeller B on the corresponding motor shaft and fix the rotor propellers tightly by rotating them as per the "lock" direction shown on the propellers (indicated as Pic. 1).
Detach the propellers:
Fix the brushless motor by the propeller changing tool and then rotate and remove the propellers as per the "unlock" direction shown on the propellers (indicated as Pic. 2).
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 shows propellers A and B being attached to motor shafts with a "lock" direction indicated. Pic. 2 shows the process of detaching propellers using a tool, with an "unlock" direction indicated.
[!] Please make sure that the clockwise and counter-clockwise propellers are installed on the correct motors, as the aircraft will not fly normally for wrong propeller installation.
Be careful when installing the propellers, as they are a little sharp.
Please use MJX propellers for this aircraft.
Extra propellers can be ordered additionally.
High landing gear installation
Insert the high landing gear plug into the socket located at the bottom of the aircraft, align the 2 screw positions and fix the high landing gear by screwing clockwise.
Diagram Description: Shows the landing gear being attached to the underside of the drone body with screws.
Battery installation
Slide the battery into the battery compartment at the rear of the aircraft by pushing with appropriate force. The aircraft will make beep sounds with LED lights flashing. Please make sure that the battery is installed firmly before flying.
[!] Attention: The battery should be installed firmly; failure to do so may affect the flight safety of your aircraft. The aircraft may crash due to power-cut during the flight.
How to remove the battery
Step 1. Place your thumb and middle finger on the designated position (indicated as Pic.1).
Step 2. Press the elastic buckle at the rear of the battery with your index finger, and pull backward with appropriate force, then the battery will be removed (indicated as Pic. 2-3).
To avoid slipping, please keep your finger and your aircraft dry and clean.
Diagram Description: Pic.1 shows finger placement on the battery. Pic.2 and Pic.3 illustrate pressing the release buckle and pulling the battery out.
How to charge the battery of aircraft
How to charge the battery with charging device A:
Step 1. Make sure that the power adaptor is connected with the power outlet (indicated as Pic. 1).
Step 2. Connect the balance charger to the power adaptor (indicated as Pic. 2).
Step 3. Insert the white plug of the charging converter face up into the socket of the balance charger (indicated as Pic. 3).
Step 4. Slide the charging converter onto the battery from the middle position and insert the pins into the battery plug to start charging (indicated as Pic. 4).
Full charging time takes about 7 hours.
Charging Status Indicators:
- When charging is proceeding, the green light keeps flashing and the red light is solid.
- When charging is finished, both the green light and red light are solid.
- If the battery and charging converter are not connected to the balance charger, but the balance charger is connected with the power adaptor, the red light is solid and the green light is off.
- Once there is any malfunction, the red light will be solid and the green light will flash rapidly.
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 shows a power adaptor plugged into a wall socket. Pic. 2 shows the balance charger connected to the power adaptor. Pic. 3 shows the charging converter plugged into the balance charger. Pic. 4 shows the charging converter connected to the battery.
[!] Warm tips: The battery plug should be connected correctly with face up (but not upside down) when plugging into the balance charger; failure to do so will result in the battery not charging or the charger being damaged.
We recommend using a 5V-2A adaptor for charging.
How to charge the battery with charging device B:
Step 1: Make sure that the power adaptor is connected with the power outlet (indicated as Pic. 1).
Step 2: Connect the balance charger to the power adaptor by plugging in the USB cable accordingly (indicated as Pic. 2).
Step 3: Insert the white plug of the charging converter face up into the socket of the balance charger (indicated as Pic. 3).
Step 4: Slide the charging converter onto the battery from the middle position and insert the pins into the battery plug to start charging (indicated as Pic. 4).
Full charging time takes about 7 hours.
Charging Status Indicators:
- When charging is proceeding, the green light keeps flashing and the red light is solid.
- When charging is finished, both the green light and red light are solid.
- If the battery and charging converter are not connected to the balance charger, but the balance charger is connected with the power adaptor, the red light is solid and the green light is off.
- Once there is any malfunction, the red light will be solid and the green light will flash rapidly.
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 shows a power adaptor. Pic. 2 shows a USB cable connecting the power adaptor (not shown) to the balance charger. Pic. 3 shows the charging converter plugged into the balance charger. Pic. 4 shows the charging converter connected to the battery. Pic. 5 shows the battery.
[!] Warm tips: The battery plug should be connected correctly with face up (but not upside down) when plugging into the balance charger; failure to do so will result in the battery not charging or the charger being damaged.
We recommend using a 5V 1-2A adaptor for charging. It's not suggested to charge by computer.
[!] Need adult supervision when this aircraft is being played by children.
Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
Insert batteries with correct polarity.
Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the aircraft before being charged.
Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the aircraft.
The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
The charging line to be used with the product should be regularly examined for potential hazard, such as damage to the cable or cord, plug, enclosure of other parts, and that in the event of such damage, the product must not be used until that damage has been properly removed.
Camera & Camera mount installation
Mounted on Potensic original 5G WIFI camera and install the "Potensic-M2" APP on a mobile device, your aircraft will be capable of flying in the intelligent flight modes: Follow Me, Point of Interest, and Waypoint flight.
Step 1. Insert the TF card (not included) into the card slot at the left side of the camera (Pic. 1).
Step 2. Take out the camera mount (Pic 2).
Step 3. Release the locked buckle of the camera mount; put the EVA pad at the bottom of the camera mount; then install the camera with the lens facing up (Pic. 3-4).
Step 4. Lock the buckle of the camera mount after the camera is installed firmly (Pic. 5).
Step 5. Attach the camera mount (with camera facing up) to the aircraft by sliding it in firmly; then lock the buckle at the bottom of the battery compartment (Pic. 6-7).
Step 6. Insert the "7" shaped plug of the USB cable into the socket at the left side of the camera (Pic. 8).
Step 7. Insert the other plug of the USB cable into the socket located at the bottom of the aircraft (Pic. 9).
Warm Tips: There are 2 pcs of EVA pad included. One is thin and the other one is thick. Please check your camera's dimension and choose the proper EVA pad before installing your camera.
Diagram Description: A series of images (Pic. 1-9) illustrate the step-by-step process of installing the camera mount and connecting the camera via USB. This includes inserting a TF card, releasing a buckle, placing an EVA pad, mounting the camera, attaching the mount to the drone, and connecting the USB cable.
Major parts of the aircraft
Diagram Description: An illustration of the drone from top and bottom views, with numbered callouts pointing to specific components.
- [1] Brushless motor
- [2] High landing gear
- [3] Propeller
- [4] Camera/Camera mount
- [5] USB aerial camera port
- [6] Battery compartment
- [7] Front light
- [8] Rear light
Major parts of the remote controller
Diagram Description: Illustrations of the remote controller from the front and top, with numbered callouts pointing to specific buttons, sticks, and the LCD screen.
- [1] One key to take off / land
- [2] One key to take off / land
- [3] Left stick
- [4] Gesture/ GPS mode switch
- [5] Power switch
- [6] Power indicator
- [7] One key to return
- [8] Photo/shooting
- [9] Right stick
- [10] Headless mode switch
- [11] Null button
- [12] LCD screen
- [13] Null button
- [14] Null button
- [15] Null button
LCD screen indicators
Diagram Description: A detailed view of the remote controller's LCD screen, showing various status indicators and their meanings.
- Signal Strength: [Signal Strength Icon] shows the strength of the received signal. The more, the better.
- GPS Mode: [GPS Icon]
- Altitude against Home Point
- Satellite Amount: [Satellite Icon]
- Return-to-Home (RTH): [RTH Icon]
- Video: [Video Icon]
- Photo: [Photo Icon]
- Headless Mode: [Headless Mode Icon]
- Remote Controller Battery Level: [Battery Icon]
- Aircraft Battery Level: [Battery Icon]
- Remote Controller Throttle Mode
- Distance against Home Point
How to install the battery of remote controller
Open the battery cover of the transmitter, insert 4*AA batteries following the polarity indicators (picture below, battery is not included) and then close it.
Diagram Description: Shows the battery compartment of the remote controller being opened, batteries inserted with correct polarity (+/-), and the cover being closed.
[!] Insert batteries with correct polarity.
- Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be charged; the transmitter needs 4*AA batteries for work.
- Do not mix old and new batteries.
- Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
- Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the aircraft before being charged.
- Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
- Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the aircraft.
- The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
How to connect the signal of the aircraft with the remote controller
Step 1: Keep pressing the red button "[Power/Lock Button]" and turn on the remote controller (indicated as Pic. 1). Please release it when the remote beeps and make sure that the indicator light on it flashes quickly. It means the remote controller is under signal connection status.
Step 2: Power on the aircraft. The aircraft will make beep sounds with front and rear lights flashing and will automatically link to the remote controller. Once the remote controller sends out a long beep sound and the indicator light of the remote controller turns from flashing to solid on and the signal icon "[Signal Icon]" is shown on the LCD screen, it means that signal connection is succeeded.
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 shows the remote controller being powered on while pressing a button. Pic. 2 shows the aircraft being powered on. Pic. 3 shows the remote controller's LCD screen indicating a successful signal connection with the signal icon.
[!] Signal connection is done once for all if the remote controller is not linked to other aircraft.
Set the connection one by one to avoid signal connection error.
Throttle mode switch
Left hand throttle and right hand throttle are available for option at the remote controller. Users can choose different control stick modes as per their operation habit. There are 2 stick modes available:
Diagram Description: Two diagrams illustrate Mode 1 and Mode 2 control stick configurations, showing the functions of the left and right sticks for forward, backward, rotation, and directional flight.
How to change throttle mode
Step 1. Keep pressing the red button and turn on the remote controller at the same time; the remote controller is under signal connection status (indicated as pic.1).
Step 2. Keep pressing the RTH button "[RTH Button]" for 3 seconds to choose the throttle control mode (indicated as pic.2). The throttle control mode will change according to each press. The mode number is shown on the LCD screen. The throttle control mode is set at mode 2 by default.
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 shows the remote controller being powered on. Pic. 2 shows pressing the RTH button to change the mode, with the mode number displayed on the LCD screen.
[!] Attention: To change the stick mode of the remote controller, please make sure that the remote controller is under signal connection status (the indicator light keeps flashing). If not, the stick mode cannot be changed.
Remote controller control stick calibration
Step 1. Keep pressing the red locking button and turn on the remote controller (indicated as pic.1) at the same time.
Step 2. Press the calibration button for 3 seconds; the remote controller will make 3 beep sounds and the indicator light of the remote controller will turn from flashing quickly to slowly. Then, rotate both the left and right control sticks to any direction for 2 full circles (indicated as pic.2).
Step 3. Then, again, press the calibration button for 3 seconds. The remote controller will send out 3 beep sounds and the indicator light of the remote controller will turn from flashing slowly to quickly, which means that the control stick calibration is completed (indicated as pic.3).
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 shows the remote controller being powered on while pressing a button. Pic. 2 illustrates rotating the control sticks in circles. Pic. 3 shows the remote controller indicating successful calibration.
[!] Warm tips: All remote controllers have been calibrated during manufacturing. Remote controller calibration is requested only if pilots find that the remote controller control sticks are not working normally.
Attention: Please do not power on your aircraft when calibrating the control stick for the remote controller.
Remote controller status indicator
| No. | Remote controller status | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indicator lights flash quickly. | The remote controller is under signal connection status. |
| 2 | Indicator lights flash slowly with steady beep.. beep sound and the battery legend "[Battery Low Icon]" on LCD screen flashing. | The remote controller is in low voltage status. Please change a full charged battery. |
| 3 | Battery legend "[Battery Running Out Icon]" on LCD screen is shown, with steady beep..beep...beep sound. | Battery is running out "[Battery Running Out Icon]"; the aircraft will return when the altitude is over 100m or the distance is over 300m. |
| 4 | Battery legend "[Battery Low Icon]" on LCD screen is shown, with steady long beep sound. | Battery is low "[Battery Low Icon]"; the aircraft will return when the altitude is over 15m or the distance is over 15m; if either the flying altitude or flying distance is less than 15m, the aircraft will land to the spot. |
| 5 | Signal strength on LCD screen is less than two grids or no displaying; and the remote controller makes steady beep...beep...beep sound. | 1. The distance between aircraft and remote controller is so long that the signal is weak. 2. The battery of drone is removed after it connects to the remote controller. |
Aircraft status indicator
| No. | Indicator status | Meanings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Front and rear lights flash yellow rapidly. | Aircraft 2.4GHz disconnected. |
| 2 | Front and rear lights flash red, green and yellow alternatively. | Aircraft is in initialization detection status. |
| 3 | Front lights glow solid red, rear lights glow solid yellow. | No GPS signal, aircraft is in gesture mode. |
| 4 | Front light glows solid red, rear light glows solid green. | Good GPS signal, aircraft is preparing for GPS mode. |
| 5 | Front and rear lights flash green rapidly. | Aircraft is in gyroscope calibration status. |
| 6 | Front and rear lights flash yellow alternatively. | Aircraft is in compass horizontal calibration. |
| 7 | Front and rear lights flash green alternatively. | Aircraft is in compass vertical calibration. |
| 8 | Front light glows solid red, rear light flashes red slowly. | Aircraft is nearly low voltage, 1/4 battery level left. |
| 9 | Front light glows solid red, rear light flashes red rapidly. | Aircraft is in low voltage, only 1/6 voltage left. |
| 10 | Front and rear lights flash once, stop for 1.5 second. | Something wrong with the gyroscope. |
| 11 | Front and rear lights flash twice, stop for 1.5 second. | Something wrong with the barometer. |
| 12 | Front and rear lights flash three times, stop for 1.5 second. | Something wrong with the compass. |
| 13 | Front and rear lights flash fourth times, stop for 1.5 second. | Something wrong with the GPS module. |
Aircraft initialization detection
After signal connection, the aircraft enters into initialization detection procedure with front and rear lights flashing red, green, and yellow alternatively. Make sure that the aircraft is set on a flat and still surface for the initialization detection. The aircraft initialization detection takes about 8 seconds. Once the remote controller sends out "Di Di" sounds and the aircraft front and rear lights flash yellow alternatively, initialization detection is completed.
[!] Attention: Make sure that the aircraft is set on a flat and still surface for the initialization detection.
Aircraft compass calibration
[!] Attention:
- Compass calibration should be performed after successful aircraft initialization detection.
- Aircraft compass calibration should be done for every flight. That is to say, if changing the battery or reinstalling the battery, compass calibration should be done again.
Two steps of compass calibration:
Step 1: Horizontal calibration
After successful aircraft initialization detection, the aircraft front and rear lights flash yellow alternatively. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate it 360 degrees along the central axis for about 3 circles. The aircraft front and rear light will change from flashing yellow alternatively to flashing green alternatively when horizontal calibration is completed.
Step 2: Vertical calibration
Hold the aircraft with head up, and rotate it 360 degrees along the central axis for about 3 circles until the front and rear lights of the aircraft change from flashing to solid on; the compass calibration is successful.
[!] Attention: To fly in GPS mode, please choose an open and wide space for the flight, and make sure that the satellite amount is over 7.
[!] Please do not calibrate the compass in strong magnetic areas, such as magnetic fields, parking places, or construction areas with underground reinforcement.
[!] Please do not carry magnetic materials with you (such as keys, cell phones, etc.) when calibrating the compass.
[!] Please keep away from large metal objects when calibrating the compass.
Gyroscope calibration
After the aircraft and the remote controller are bonded, set the aircraft on flat ground and follow the indication photo below to calibrate the gyro. Once the aircraft front lights turn from flashing to solid on, it means that the gyro calibration is succeeded.
Diagram Description: Shows the aircraft and remote controller setup for gyroscope calibration.
[!] The gyroscope calibration has been done by factory default. Gyroscope calibration is not needed unless the aircraft cannot exit the aircraft initialization detection procedure after it is finished.
Please make sure to set the aircraft on a horizontal surface when performing calibration; failure to do this will affect the flight.
How to lock and unlock the aircraft
Unlock the aircraft:
There are 2 ways to unlock the aircraft:
- Method 1: Short-press the red button "[Power/Lock Button]" (indicated as Pic. 1). The motors rotate and the aircraft is unlocked.
- Method 2: Push the left stick to the lower right corner and the right stick to the lower left corner at the same time (indicated as Pic. 2) to unlock the aircraft.
Lock the aircraft:
There are 2 ways to lock the aircraft:
- Method 1: Long-press the red button "[Power/Lock Button]" (indicated as Pic. 1) for 3 seconds; the motors will stop rotating immediately and the aircraft is locked.
- Method 2: After the aircraft lands on the ground, pull down the throttle stick to the bottom position and hold for 3 seconds; the motors will stop rotating and the aircraft is locked.
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 shows pressing the power/lock button. Pic. 2 shows specific stick movements for unlocking.
[!] Warm tips: Please do not lock the aircraft by pressing the "[Power/Lock Button]" button directly during flight, or the aircraft will be crashed.
Operate the aircraft
Diagram Description: Illustrations showing the correct stick movements on the remote controller for controlling the aircraft's ascent, descent, forward, backward, rotation, and lateral movements.
Flight mode
One-key takeoff/landing
- After the aircraft is unlocked, short-press the "[Takeoff/Land Button]" (indicated as below), the aircraft will automatically takeoff and hover at 1.5m altitude.
- When the aircraft is flying, short-press the "[Takeoff/Land Button]" (indicated as below), the aircraft will automatically land on the ground.
Gesture mode
Slide the button to position "A" (indicated as below); the aircraft is in Gesture mode. GPS is not used for positioning, and the aircraft only uses the barometer to maintain altitude. The aircraft will not fly with precise positioning and hovering. Gesture mode requires a pilot with good skill.
Diagram Description: Shows the mode switch on the remote controller being moved to position 'A' for Gesture mode.
GPS mode
Slide the button to position "B" (indicated as below); the aircraft is in GPS mode and can precisely position and hover by the assistance of the GPS module.
Diagram Description: Shows the mode switch on the remote controller being moved to position 'B' for GPS mode.
Headless mode
Slide the Headless mode switch button to position "B" (indicated as below); the aircraft enters into headless mode. When the aircraft is in headless mode, you are required to position the aircraft such that its front is your front before the aircraft takes off. Then, when you take off the aircraft with the aircraft pointing forward, you can stop worrying about orientation during flight.
Diagram Description: Shows the mode switch on the remote controller being moved to position 'B' for Headless mode.
Return-To-Home (RTH)
The Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are 3 types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Failsafe RTH, and Low Battery RTH. The following sections describe them in detail.
| GPS | Home Point | Description |
|---|---|---|
| [GPS Icon] | The Home Point is the location at which the aircraft takes off. A strong GPS signal must be presented for the aircraft to record the Home Point. |
Smart RTH
If the GPS signal is available (more than 7 satellites are presented) and the Home Point is recorded previously, press this button "[RTH Button]"; the aircraft will fly back to the Home Point. During the Smart RTH, you can use the remote controller to guide the aircraft around obstacles. You can press the RTH button again to exit the RTH procedure and regain control of the aircraft.
Failsafe RTH
If the GPS signal is available (more than 7 satellites are presented) and the Home Point is recorded previously. Failsafe RTH will be triggered if the remote controller signal is lost for more than 6 seconds; the flight-control system will control the aircraft automatically and the aircraft will fly back to the last recorded Home Point. You can regain control of the aircraft by pressing the RTH button if the remote controller signal is recovered.
[!] During the Failsafe RTH procedure, the aircraft cannot avoid obstacles.
The aircraft cannot Return-to-Home if the GPS signal is weak (satellite amount is less than 7).
If there is no GPS signal and the remote controller signal is lost for more than 6 seconds, the aircraft will not Return-to-Home but descend slowly until it lands on the ground and locks the aircraft.
Low voltage RTH
When the aircraft rear lights flash red slowly, the battery icon "[Battery Low Icon]" is shown on the LCD screen, and a steady beep, beep, beep... sound is heard. At this moment, as long as the aircraft flying altitude is over 100 meters or the flying distance is over 300 meters, the aircraft will automatically fly back to the Home Point.
When the aircraft rear lights flash red slowly, the battery icon "[Battery Critically Low Icon]" is shown on the LCD screen, and a steady beep.. beep.. beep sound is heard. At this moment, as long as the aircraft flying altitude is over 15 meters or the flying distance is over 15 meters, the aircraft will automatically fly back to the Home Point. If the aircraft flying altitude is less than 15 meters or the flying distance is less than 15 meters, the aircraft will automatically land to the ground.
[!] Attention: When the aircraft is in low voltage RTH status, you cannot regain control of the aircraft by pressing the RTH button.
Photo/Video
Short-press the button indicated as below and the camera icon "[Photo Icon]" on the LCD screen flashes once; the camera takes one photo. Long-press the same button, the video icon "[Video Icon]" on the LCD screen flashes slowly; the camera is taking video. Long-press again to exit shooting.
Diagram Description: Shows the remote controller buttons used for taking photos and videos.
[!] Attention: When the aircraft is not inserted with a TF card or the TF card is malfunctioning, photos and videos cannot be taken by pressing the button on the remote controller, but by the icon on the APP interface.
Low voltage warning
When the battery icon "[Battery Low Icon]" is shown on the LCD screen, and the aircraft front lights glow solid on and the rear lights keep flashing slowly, it means that the battery of the aircraft is nearly low voltage.
When the battery icon "[Battery Critically Low Icon]" is shown on the LCD screen, and the aircraft front lights glow solid on and the rear lights keep flashing rapidly, it means that the battery of the aircraft is in low voltage.
Diagram Description: Pic. 1 and Pic. 2 show the LCD screen indicating low battery status with corresponding light patterns on the aircraft.
Signal strength indicator
Signal strength "[Signal Strength Icon]" shows the strength of the received signal. The more, the better.
Diagram Description: Shows the signal strength indicator on the remote controller's LCD screen.
Prepare the flight
Before you take off, check and make sure that
- The aircraft and the remote controller are fully charged.
- The propellers are installed correctly.
- The motors work normally after unlocking.
Basic flight operation steps
- Connect the remote controller with the aircraft and then proceed with aircraft initialization detection.
- Aircraft compass calibration.
- Unlock the aircraft after the gyro detection of the aircraft is completed.
- Pull up the throttle stick; then the aircraft takes off, and control the aircraft flight by the left/right stick.
- Pull down the throttle stick to the bottom position and hold for 3 seconds to lock the aircraft.
- Pull out the battery from the aircraft and then turn off the remote controller.
FPV software download and installation
Where to download "Potensic-M2" APP
- For Apple iOS system, please turn to the Apple store, search "Potensic-M2" or scan the QR code at the right side to download the software.
- For Android system, please turn to Google Play, search "Potensic-M2" or scan the QR code at the right side to download the software.
[QR code for app download]
How to link the "Potensic-M2" to the camera:
Power on the aircraft, then go to phone settings. Turn on WiFi, find "drone****" on the list and connect it. When "[WiFi Connected Icon]" legend is shown, it means WiFi connecting is successful. Exit settings and tap the "Potensic-M2" APP on your mobile device, then select your aircraft model on the home page; click "[GO Button]" to enter the real-time image transmission interface.
Diagram Description: Shows the process of connecting to the drone's WiFi, opening the Potensic-M2 app, and initiating the live feed.
Photos and video saving feature:
- If the camera is without a TF card, videos and photos will be saved in the APP.
- If the camera is with a TF card, videos and photos will be saved on the TF card.
- Videos and photos in the TF card can be downloaded to the APP.
[!] Attention: Please make sure that your mobile device supports 5G WIFI before linking Potensic-M2 to your device.
Mounted the "Potensic-M2" APP on your mobile device and connect "Potensic-M2" to the camera, your aircraft will be capable of flying in the intelligent flight modes: Follow Me, Point of Interest, and Waypoint flight.
Beginners are suggested to press the "Help" button to learn about the camera operation method.
App New Function
1. Refresh button "[Refresh Button Icon]" on the left: Please click this button to refresh the image if it freezes during flight.
2. Maps button "[Map Button Icon]" on the right: Plane Imagery Map "[Plane Map Icon]" shows position and place name only. Satellite Imagery maps "[Satellite Map Icon]" shows the scene. These two maps can be switched freely during flight. Besides, please update Google Maps APP before connecting the drone to your phone.
Diagram Description: Shows the app interface with buttons for refreshing the image and switching between map views.
Product components
Basic parts
Diagram Description: Images of basic drone components with their names and part numbers.
- Upper cover B3PROV201
- Main frame B3PROV202
- Propeller A/B B3PROV203
- High landing gear B3PROV204
Diagram Description: Images of additional drone components with their names and part numbers.
- LED light parts B3PROV205
- Lamp cover of the front and rear light B3PROV206
- Battery B3PROV207
- Plastic plug B3PROV208
- LED Light holder B3PROV209
- Screws pack B3PROV210
- Front/Rear light bar B3PRO06
- Front ESC parts B3PRO07
- Flight-control board B3PRO08
- Clockwise motor B3PRO09
- Counter-clockwise motor B3PRO10
- Transparent plastic part B3PRO11
- Rear ESC parts B3PRO13
- Charging converter B3PRO14
- Interleaving paper B3PRO16
- Propeller changing tool B2P10
Diagram Description: Images of drone modules and accessories with their names and part numbers.
- GPS Module B2C008
- Compass B2C011
- Heat sink B80018
- Camera mount G6000
- Mobile phone holder C5000S
- Remote controller GR6221A
Optional accessories
Diagram Description: Images of optional accessories like cameras.
- FHD Recording Camera C4000
- 720P HD 5G WIFI Camera C5000
- 1080P FHD 5G WIFI Camera C6000
Trouble shooting
| No. | Phenomenon | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The lights are flashing quickly. | The Gyro of the aircraft is under signal detecting condition; set the aircraft to any flat surface. |
| 2 | The aircraft can't be kept balance after taking off and leans to one side. | Lay the aircraft on a flat surface or flat ground and proofread the gyro of the aircraft again. |
| 3 | The aircraft is shaking fiercely. | The rotor propellers are out of shape; change the propellers. |
| 4 | The aircraft fails to unlock and the rear lights flash slowly. | The battery is under low power status; please charge the battery to full. |
Note
a) Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
b) 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 Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 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 interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 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.
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