Autel Robotics EVO II Dual 640T Quick Start Guide

About the EVO II Dual 640T

The EVO II Dual 640T is an advanced drone equipped with a radiometric thermal sensor and a 3-axis gimbal camera capable of shooting up to 8K/25fps. It offers features like obstacle avoidance and intelligent flight modes, with a maximum flight speed of 45 mph, 33 minutes of hover time, and a 38-minute flight duration. The drone can be operated up to 5.6 miles away.

This guide will help you understand the features and operation of your EVO II Dual 640T.

Important Safety Information

Please read all documentation before your first flight. Irresponsible operation of the aircraft may lead to injury or damage and may void any applicable warranty coverage.

Aircraft Overview

Familiarize yourself with the different parts of the EVO II Dual 640T:

• Propellers
• Motors
• Front LED Indicators
• Landing Gear
• Forward Vision System
• Camera Gimbal
• Power Button
• Rear Vision System
• Rear LED Indicators
• Left Vision System
• SD Card Port
• Right Vision System
• Aircraft Battery
• Fan Exhaust
• USB Port
• Remote Controller Pairing Button/Indicator
• Top Vision System
• Ultrasonic Sensor
• Downward LED Light
• Downward Vision System

Remote Controller

The remote controller is designed for intuitive operation:

• Mobile Device Holder: 180° adjustable viewing angle for optimal visibility.
• Flight Information Panel: Displays flight status, warning messages, and live video.
• Command Sticks: Control the orientation and movement of the aircraft.
• Foldable Control Grips: Designed for compact storage.
• Takeoff/Landing Button: Commands the aircraft to take off or land.
• Power Button: Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn the remote controller on/off.
• USB Ports: Used for charging or connecting to a mobile device.
• Pause Button: Commands the aircraft to pause autonomous flight operations and hover, or resume autonomous flight operations.
• Return-to-Home Button: Commands the aircraft to return to its home point.
• Antennas: Communicate with the aircraft on 2.4 GHz / 5.8 GHz frequencies.
• OLED Screen Navigation Wheel: Navigates the OLED screen.
• OLED Navigation Button: When the mobile device is disconnected, press for 1 second to enter/exit the image transmission screen on the remote controller.
• Shutter Button: Takes photos. In Burst mode, multiple shots are taken with a single press.
• Button A/Button B: Functions can be customized via the Autel Explorer™ app.
• Recording Button: Starts or stops video recording.
• Gimbal Pitch Dial: Controls the gimbal tilt angle.

Charging the Aircraft and Remote Controller

The aircraft battery and remote controller can be charged simultaneously using the provided charger.

• Aircraft Battery: Connect the charging connector to the battery's charging port.
• Remote Controller: Open the protective cover on the USB port and connect the supplied charging cable.

Note: Always fully charge the aircraft and remote controller batteries before flight. A full charge for the aircraft battery takes approximately 90 minutes, and for the remote controller, approximately 180 minutes.

Installing the Autel Explorer™ App (Optional)

The Autel Explorer app provides live streaming and enhanced flight and camera control to your mobile device. Follow these steps:

1. Search for “Autel Explorer” in the App Store or Google Play and install the app for EVO II on your mobile device.
2. Launch the app on your mobile device.
3. Connect your mobile device to the remote controller as prompted on the screen.

Note: Autel Explorer supports iOS 9.0 or later and Android 4.4 or later.

Preparing the Aircraft

1. Remove the gimbal holder.
2. Unfold the arms and propellers. Ensure the aircraft is powered off before folding the arms. Fold the rear arms and propellers first, then the front arms.

Important: Before folding the arms, ensure the aircraft is powered off. Fold the rear arms and propellers first, then the front arms.

Installing New Propellers

Propellers are pre-attached. Follow these instructions if you need to re-install them. Check propellers for damage and secure attachment before each flight.

White-marked propellers are paired with white-marked motors.

• Attaching Propellers:
1. Ensure the aircraft is powered off.
2. Locate and match the propeller to each motor.
3. Press down firmly on each propeller and rotate it in the locking direction to securely attach it.
• Removing Propellers:
1. Turn off the aircraft.
2. Press down firmly on each propeller and rotate it in the unlocking direction to detach it.

Legend:

• Locking Direction: Attach propeller by rotating as shown.
• Unlocking Direction: Release propeller by rotating as shown.
• Black-marked propeller > Pairs with > Black-marked motor
• White-marked propeller > Pairs with > White-marked motor

Warning: Turn off the aircraft before attaching or detaching propellers.

Important: Wear protective gloves when attaching or detaching propellers.

Preparing the Remote Controller

1. Unfold the grips, mobile device holder, and antennas.
2. Position the antennas vertically to ensure the strongest signal.

Powering On

1. Power on the remote controller: Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds.
2. Power on the aircraft: Press and hold the aircraft's power button for 3 seconds. The current battery level will be clearly displayed.

Takeoff

1. Place the aircraft on a flat, level surface. Stand away from the aircraft.
2. Start the motors by holding both control sticks down for two seconds in one of the following positions: [Image Placeholder: Control Stick Positions for Motor Start]
3. With the motors spinning, choose one of the following methods for takeoff:
• Hold the Takeoff/Landing button for 3 seconds.
• Push the left control stick up slowly (Mode 2).

Note: Before takeoff, place the aircraft on a flat, level surface and stand away from the aircraft.

Command Stick Controls (Mode 2)

Left Control Stick:

• Up: Ascend
• Down: Descend
• Left: Rotate Left
• Right: Rotate Right

Right Control Stick:

• Up: Move Forward
• Down: Move Backward
• Left: Move Left
• Right: Move Right