1. Download App
Search for "Ruko Mini" in the App Store (for iOS) or Google Play Store (for Android). The app icon features the Ruko logo with "Ruko Mini" text.
To download, scan the QR code provided in the original document for iOS or Android, or search directly in your device's app store.
Charge the Batteries
The charger is not included in the package. Use a power adapter (ⓘ) connected to a charging cable (⚡) to charge the drone's battery. Ensure the power output is ≤15W. The battery unit has a charging port.
2. Unfold the 4 Arms of the Aircraft
- Hold the aircraft body. Gently pull the front arms outwards until they lock into place.
- Next, pull the rear arms outwards until they also lock into place.
- The aircraft should now be fully unfolded, resembling a quadcopter with four extended arms.
3. Unfold the Remote Controller
- Unfold the antenna: Gently pull the two antenna sections on the top of the remote controller upwards and outwards.
- Unfold the handle: Pull the bottom part of the remote controller downwards to extend the handle.
- The remote controller is now ready for use.
4. Select an Open Flying Area
Choose an open area for flying, ideally with a designated landing zone marked with an 'H' (Helipad symbol).
Recommended Flying Height: ≥65ft (20 meters).
✅ Fly in open, clear spaces.
❌ Avoid flying near obstacles like trees or buildings.
⚠Suggest to fly higher than the surrounding objects.
5. Pair the Remote Controller with the Aircraft
- Power on Aircraft: Short press and then long press the power button on the aircraft until it plays a start-up sound.
- Power on Remote Controller: Press the power button on the remote controller. The indicator light will flash.
- Pairing Step 1: Push the left joystick on the remote controller all the way up. The remote controller will make a "beep" sound.
- Pairing Step 2: Push the left joystick on the remote controller all the way down. The remote controller will make a "beep" sound again.
⚠Once successfully paired, the remote controller's indicator light will stay on.
6. Connect to Wi-Fi
On your mobile phone, go to Wi-Fi settings and connect to the aircraft's Wi-Fi network, typically named "Ruko_F11_Mini_5G-******".
Once connected, open the Ruko Mini app and tap the "Control" icon to enter the operation interface.
⚠Please refer to the user manual (page 43) for more details.
7. Calibrate the Compass
- Horizontal Calibration: Rotate the aircraft horizontally 360° until you hear a "beep" sound. No fixed direction of rotation is required (approximately 3 turns).
- Vertical Calibration: Rotate the aircraft vertically 360° until you hear a "beep" sound. No fixed direction of rotation is required (approximately 3 turns).
⚠Please keep the aircraft flat when rotating horizontally, otherwise it will take more turns to complete the calibration.
8. Calibrate the Gyroscope
In the Ruko Mini app, click the "CALIBRATE" button for gyroscope calibration. Ensure the aircraft is placed on a level ground surface during this process.
9. Start the Motors
Push up the left joystick on the remote controller to start the motors.
10. Take off
To take off, push up the left joystick or press the "Auto Takeoff" button on the remote controller.
11. Landing
- Short Distance Landing: Short-press the landing button to land the aircraft if it is not flying far (Distance ≤ 32.8ft / 10 meters).
- Return and Land: Short-press the return button to make the aircraft return and land if it is flying far (Distance > 32.8ft / 10 meters).
New to Flying Drones?
Check the Quick Start guide within the Ruko Mini app.
For video tutorials and more tech support, search "Ruko F11MINI Quick Start" on YouTube. A QR code is also provided in the original document for direct access to support videos.
Common Problems and Solutions
| Question | Reason | Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| The motors cannot be started | Without GPS signal or weak GPS signal | Turn on the aircraft in an open area with strong GPS signal, because the aircraft will not be able to search for enough GPS signals when it is indoors or in a sheltered area. |
| The red light flashes | The aircraft has low battery. Please charge the battery in time. | |
| The yellow light flashes | The compass is not calibrated. Please refer to the "Calibration Before Flight" section of the user manual. | |
| Doesn't switch to the indoor mode when flying indoors | Switch to the indoor mode when flying indoors. | |
| The positions of left and right joystick are not correct | Push the left and right joysticks simultaneously to 5 o'clock and 7 o'clock for 2 seconds. Or push up the left joystick to unlock the motor. | |
| Unstable flight | Flying too low, affected by aircraft airflow | Please fly the aircraft above 9.84ft (3 meters). |
| The gyroscope is not calibrated | Place the aircraft on a horizontal surface and conduct gyroscope/horizontal calibration. Please refer to the "Gyroscope Calibration" section of the user manual. | |
| The propellers become deformed and incomplete | Replace the propellers with new ones. | |
| GPS signal is unstable. Flying near buildings or in obstructed area. | Please fly the aircraft in an open area free of obstacles within the circle of radius 32.81 ft (10 meters). | |
| Can't fly far or can only fly within a distance of 98ft (30 meters) | The beginner mode isn't turned off | Enter the app setting interface, turn off the beginner mode to set the flight distance and altitude, and save the settings. |
| Aircraft low battery | Charge the battery in time because it can only fly within a range of 98ft (30 meters). When the aircraft returns at low power. | |
| The aircraft will roll over or fail to take off after replacing the propellers | 4 propellers are installed backwards or a wrong propeller is installed | When installing the propeller, install it according to the corresponding mark. |
| Out of control, spinning around on its own, abnormal sound | The remote controller signal is interfered or the aircraft exceeds the range of remote control | Please fly the aircraft outdoors without interference, and ensure that it is within a controllable range. |
| Compass interference | Please manually land the aircraft in time and calibrate the compass. Please make sure to fly away from the buildings, trees, power lines, and signal towers. | |
| The propellers become deformed and incomplete | Replace the propellers with new ones. | |
| SD card cannot store photos or videos | The SD card is full | Delete SD card contents. |
| Incorrect storage file format settings | When formatting the SD card, select the FAT32 file format. | |
| Problem of SD card | Try to format the SD card or replace the SD card. | |
| No photo or video storage on your phone | Album storage permission is not turned on | Please set it correctly when popping up album permissions. |
| After the SD card is installed, the phone does not store photos and videos, they are all stored on the SD card | Connect to aircraft Wi-Fi to download video from app to mobile phone. | |
| Video freezes, image transmission distance is short | The aircraft is out of Wi-Fi range | Fly the aircraft within the range of the Wi-Fi. |
| Wi-Fi image transmission signal interference | Fly the aircraft in an unobstructed open area free of buildings, high-voltage wires and signal towers. | |
| The remote controller and the mobile phone are not pointed at the direction of the aircraft | Point the remote controller and the mobile phone at the flying direction of the aircraft to maintain the strongest signal connection. | |
| Phone lagging | Turn off unused applications on your phone to maintain the best performance of the phone. | |
| App does not display the interface | The phone is not connected to Wi-Fi | Connect your mobile phone to the Wi-Fi: Ruko_F11_Mini_5G-******. |
| The phone version is too low | Android 6.0 and above, iOS 10.02 and above. | |
| When connecting to the aircraft's Wi-Fi, the network is not set or set incorrectly | Set the Wi-Fi correctly. | |
| Turn the phone to airplane mode | Turn the phone to airplane mode. | |
| The reason why the iPhone can connect to Wi-Fi, but cannot see the image is that the network permission popped up by the app is not set to allow | Reinstall the app and select allow when the network permission pops up. | |
| App crash or its functions are abnormal | VPN switch is turned on | Turn off the VPN switch. |
| Wrong app downloaded | Download the correct app. | |
| The phone version is old and not compatible with the app | Give us your mobile phone version model and Ruko will give you a corresponding solution. | |
| Phone cannot connect to Wi-Fi | It is the first time to connect your phone to the Wi-Fi | Try connecting a few more times or restart the phone. |
| The phone is a single band phone | Use the dual band devices that support both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz/5.8 GHz. | |
| The Wi-Fi name is not displayed | Wi-Fi has not been activated | Wait for about 30 seconds after turning on the aircraft and keep refreshing the Wi-Fi list while the Wi-Fi is activated. |
| GPS signal is weak | Turning on the aircraft indoors | GPS signals cannot be found indoors. Please search for GPS signals in an open area outdoors. |
| Under the tree, next to the building, in an obstructed area | Please stay away from obstacles for more than 32.81 feet (10 meters), and search for GPS signals in an open area. | |
| The aircraft automatically flies upwards when pressing one key return home | Set safe return altitude | When the flight altitude is less than 65.6ft (20 meters), the aircraft will automatically rise to the height of 65.6ft (20 meters) before returning home. |
| The aircraft cannot be paired with the remote controller | Doesn't push up and down the left joystick to pair the remote controller with aircraft | Turn on the aircraft and remote controller, push up the left joystick to 12 o'clock and then pull down to 6 o'clock position to pair remote controller with aircraft. |
| Cannot charge battery/Cannot fully charge battery | Using inferior charger or charging on the computer with unstable voltage output | Use a mobile USB charger that ensures constant stable voltage output (5V) and amperage output (2-3A). |
| Using inferior charging cables | Please use the original factory charging cable to charge. | |
| Short battery life | Flying in windy weather | Flying in windy weather will accelerate power loss. |
| The battery is not fully charged | Please use a charger with 5V/3A to charge it. | |
| Flying in cold weather | In low temperatures, the chemical reaction of the lithium battery is slowed down and the energy cannot be fully released. | |
| The product has slight marks | We tested all aircraft before shipping | In order to give you the best experience, Ruko tested functions of all aircraft before shipping. Therefore, it is inevitable that there will be slight traces. However, it can be guaranteed that all aircraft are 100% brand new. |
Safety at a Glance
⚠The Ruko F11MINI is NOT a toy and is NOT suitable for people under the age of 14.
1. Legend
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
- ✅ Recommend
- ❌ Warning
- ⚠ Hints & Tips
- 📖 Reference
2. Disclaimer and Warning
- This product is NOT a toy and is NOT suitable for people under the age of 14. Keep the aircraft out of the reach of children and exercise caution when operating this aircraft in the presence of children.
- This product is a flying camera that offers easy flight when in good working order as set forth below. Read the materials associated with the product before using for the first time. These documents are included in the product package.
- Inappropriate use of the product could result in personal injury or property damage.
- The information in this document affects your safety and your legal rights and responsibilities. Read this entire document carefully to ensure proper configuration before use. Failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings in this document may result in product loss, serious injury to the user, or damage to the aircraft.
- By using this product, you hereby signify that you have read this disclaimer carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions herein. Please be sure to strictly abide by the specification requirements and safety guidelines stated in this document.
- Users agree to use this product only for purposes that are proper and in accordance with local regulations, terms and all applicable policies and guidelines Ruko may make available.
- Any personal injury, property damage, legal disputes and all other adverse events caused by the violation of the safety instructions or due to any other factor, WILL NOT be Ruko's Responsibility.
- Ruko reserves the right to update this disclaimer and safety guide.
3. Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guide
Charging Precautions
- It is recommended to use USB 5V/2A or 5V/3A wall chargers. Do not use chargers with more than 5V/3A, otherwise the battery may be damaged, reduce performance or cause a fire.
- It is forbidden to overcharge the Intelligent Flight Battery; please remove the charging cable in time after fully charged to avoid damage due to overcharge.
- It is strictly forbidden to use batteries or charging cables that are not officially provided by Ruko. Ruko is not responsible for any damage caused by charging cables that are not from Ruko.
- DO NOT charge the Intelligent Flight Battery immediately after the flight as the temperature may be too high. Wait until it cools down to room temperature before charging again. Due to the battery current output, slight heating is normal while flying.
Charging Cable Usage:
- ❌ Non-original charging cables (indicated by a crossed-out plug and cable symbol).
- ✅ Original charging cable (indicated by a checkmark on a plug and cable symbol).
- ❌ Overheating warning (indicated by a crossed-out thermometer symbol with 'SSS').
Battery Safety and Maintenance Precautions
- Keep the product in a cool environment; avoid high temperature, exposure to the sun, water suction, pressing, and descent from high altitude. Do not place the model in a high temperature, humid, and direct sunlight environment.
- It is recommended to charge and discharge the battery once a month. Do not store it fully charged; keep 50%-60% of the electricity, and store it in a dry and cool environment.
- Remove the USB charger after the battery is fully charged.
- Fully charge the battery at least once per month to keep it healthy.
- It is forbidden to disassemble or pierce the battery with sharp objects in any way; otherwise, battery leakage will cause fire or even explosion.
- Do not touch the electrolyte in the damaged battery; otherwise, it might harm your skin or eyes.
- Be sure to keep away from fire before discharging.
- Store the battery in a dry and ventilated place.
- Keep the battery out of the reach of children and animals.
Environmental Precautions:
- ❌ Avoid liquid exposure (indicated by a crossed-out water drop symbol).
- ❌ Avoid sun exposure (indicated by a crossed-out sun symbol).
- ❌ Avoid severely squeezed conditions (indicated by a crossed-out downward arrow symbol).
Battery Storage:
- ✅ Store in dry & cool conditions (indicated by a checkmark on a cloud and snowflake symbol).
- ✅ Maintain 50%-60% electricity for storage (indicated by a checkmark on a battery symbol with 50%-60% text).
4. Flight Environment Requirements
- Only fly in an open area (radius of 35 feet or more) without obstructions to ensure stable image transmission.
- ✅ Fly in open environment (indicated by a checkmark on a drone flying over a landscape).
Flight Safety
Ideal Conditions:
- ✅ Sunny (indicated by a checkmark on a sun symbol).
- ✅ Windless (indicated by a checkmark on a wind symbol).
- ✅ Strong GPS Signal (indicated by a checkmark on a satellite dish symbol).
- ✅ Maintain Line of Sight (indicated by a checkmark on an eye symbol).
- ✅ Fly Below 390ft / 120m (indicated by a checkmark on a cloud with 120m text).
Avoid Flying In/Near:
- Only fly in an open area without magnetic fields or radio interference, obstacles, trees, high-tension wires, tall buildings and other obstacles.
- Do not fly above or near crowds.
Conditions to Avoid:
- ❌ Obstacles (indicated by a crossed-out mountain symbol).
- ❌ Tall Structures (indicated by a crossed-out building symbol).
- ❌ Voltage power lines (indicated by a crossed-out power line symbol).
- ❌ Trees (indicated by a crossed-out tree symbol).
- ❌ Crowds (indicated by a crossed-out crowd symbol).
- ❌ Lightning (indicated by a crossed-out lightning bolt symbol).
- ❌ Snow (indicated by a crossed-out snowflake symbol).
- ❌ Rain (indicated by a crossed-out rain cloud symbol).
- ❌ Fog (indicated by a crossed-out fog cloud symbol).
- ❌ Windy (indicated by a crossed-out windy cloud symbol).
- Do not fly the aircraft in bad weather.
- Only fly in a mild weather condition where the temperature is between 10° and 40° C (50°F and 104°F).
- United States: Only fly in authorized areas. To learn more about aircraft requirements, please visit the Federal Aviation Administration's aircraft page: https://www.faa.gov/
5. Flight Operation Guidelines
Pre-Flight Checklist
- Ensure that the Intelligent Flight Battery, remote controller, and mobile phone are fully charged.
- Make sure that the battery compartment cover is fastened firmly and the Intelligent Flight Battery is installed firmly.
- Ensure that the arms of the aircraft are fully extended.
- Ensure that the camera cover was moved before turning on the aircraft.
- Please make sure that nothing obstructs the motors.
- Please make sure the camera lens and sensor are clean and without stains.
- Ensure that the propeller is free from damage, aging, deformation, no foreign matter entanglement, and firm installation.
- Make sure to complete the pre-flight checklist before flying.
- Know well the flight mode you select and all safety features and warnings.
Operation Safety Guidelines
- Please unfold the arms of the aircraft and turn on the power before flight. (Diagram shows drone with arms unfolded, labeled 'Front' and 'Back'. Checkmark indicates 'Unfold arms').
- Please pay attention to the direction of the aircraft when flying. The camera direction is the forward of the aircraft. (Diagram shows a person standing away from the drone. Checkmark indicates 'Stay away from People').
- Do not answer calls, text messages, or do anything that may distract you from operating your mobile phone to control the aircraft during the flight.
- Make sure that you are not under the influence of alcohol, drugs or anesthesia, nor are you experiencing dizziness, fatigue, nausea, or any other conditions, which may impair your ability to operate the aircraft safely.
- It is important to set an appropriate RTH (Return To Home) altitude before each flight. Make sure your phone has permission to access the Wi-Fi "Ruko_F11_Mini_5G_******" and connect successfully.
- Make sure to fly outdoors in an environment with strong GPS signals.
- Please do not long-press the button on the remote controller when flying, otherwise GPS Mode will be turned off.
Remote Controller Button Function:
- ✅ Short press: Fly Indoor (indicated by a checkmark on a remote controller with 'Long Press' and 'Fly Indoor' text).
- ❌ Long press: Fly Outdoor (indicated by a crossed-out remote controller with 'Long Press' and 'Fly Outdoor' text).
- After turning off the GPS, the aircraft cannot realize one-button return to home, low power return, or out of control.
- After turning off the GPS, GPS follow, surround mode, route planning, and aircraft finding functions cannot be realized.
- Do the compass and gyroscope calibration each time before flying, or it may not work normally.
- Pay attention to control the aircraft at all times during flight. Don't just rely on Ruko Mini APP.
- GPS flight assistance features and app are meant to assist the pilot, not replace their control of the aircraft. When returning, pay attention to the flight, operate the aircraft carefully to avoid hitting obstacles.
6. Problems You May Encounter
Wi-Fi Guidelines
- The operating system required for the phone must be iOS 9.0 or higher/Android 5.0 or above. The aircraft will be compatible with WLAN-capable phones that broadcast dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5.8GHz).
For iOS System:
- Connect the Wi-Fi "Ruko_F11_Mini_5G_******" to your mobile phone. (Screenshot shows iOS Wi-Fi settings with Ruko_F11_Mini_5G selected).
For Android System:
- Please wait about 10-30 seconds after connecting the aircraft's Wi-Fi "Ruko_F11_Mini_5G_******". Please pay attention to whether there is an internet settings pop-up; please keep connected, otherwise there will be no pictures after entering the app.
- Please turn on airplane mode on your phone, and open the Wi-Fi list to reconnect if you can't find the Wi-Fi. (Screenshots show Ruko Mini app interface and a pop-up message about network permissions).
⚠Turn off the VPN because it will affect Wi-Fi connection.
Remote Controller Guidelines
- After fully charged, if the app shows that the transmitter battery is low, please try to pair the remote controller with the aircraft again, then connect to Wi-Fi and open the app to check it.
- Please charge the remote controller in time when the battery is low to avoid automatic shutdown of the remote controller during flight.
- Please turn off the remote controller in time when it is not in use to avoid running out of battery power.
Camera Guidelines
- Do not place the aircraft on rough ground; please place it horizontally and make sure there is enough clearance under the camera, otherwise the camera will be stuck.
- Please take off the camera cover before flight.
Federal Aviation Administration
