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Freefly ALTA - User Manual

Freefly ALTA
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USER MANUAL
REVISION A | 07.24.2015

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Questions and Answers

  • A
    Anthony GallegosAug 20, 2025
    What to do if Freefly ALTA motors will not stop?
    • T
      Traci CallahanAug 20, 2025
      If the motors on your Freefly Drones won't stop, make sure that the ALTA Mode Switch is in the Manual position and the ALTA Arm Enable Switch is on Allow Disarm.
  • D
    Dr. Jennifer CoxAug 22, 2025
    What to do if I get a GPS Warning on Freefly Drones?
    • B
      Brian MoranAug 22, 2025
      If you are receiving a GPS warning on your Freefly Drones, check the GPS/Compass unit wiring for damage, as the GPS/Compass Unit may have become disconnected.
  • J
    Julia SmithAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Freefly Drones ALTA will not arm?
    • J
      Jeffrey BowenAug 25, 2025
      If your Freefly Drones ALTA won't arm, there are several potential causes: * Ensure the Home Switch is in the middle position. * Verify the Mode Switch is set to manual. * Confirm the Arm Enable Switch is set to Allow Arm. * Check that the radio is properly bound by following the radio controller manufacturer’s binding procedure. * Ensure the radio is mapped correctly by checking the ALTA App radio mapping charts and adjusting as necessary. * If the SYNAPSE boot was unsuccessful, power cycle the ALTA, ensuring it remains still during boot. If movement is necessary (e.g., on a moving platform), use Motion Booting.
  • E
    Eric MillerAug 26, 2025
    Why is my Freefly Drones ALTA circling in Position Mode?
    • J
      Julie AndersonAug 26, 2025
      If your Freefly Drones ALTA circles a point in Position Mode, the issue might stem from: an invalid compass calibration, so recalibrate the compass; or Position Hold tuning values that are too high, so reduce these values, starting with Position Hold Strength.
  • C
    catherine11Aug 27, 2025
    Why Freefly Drones ALTA does not track straight in Position Mode?
    • L
      Larry DuncanAug 28, 2025
      If your Freefly Drones ALTA does not track straight in Position Mode, the compass calibration might be invalid. Perform a manual compass calibration to resolve this.
  • E
    elizabeth07Aug 29, 2025
    How to fix Compass Warning on Freefly ALTA?
    • D
      Daniel MartinAug 30, 2025
      If you're getting a compass warning on your Freefly Drones, it could be due to a missing microSD card, so check the microSD card is installed. Alternatively, the compass calibration may be invalid, so recalibrate the compass.
  • A
    Ashley FischerAug 31, 2025
    How to troubleshoot unexpected flight behavior of Freefly Drones?
    • M
      Monique ChristianSep 1, 2025
      If you observe unexpected flight behavior with your Freefly Drones, it could be due to tuning values being either too high or too low. Try reverting the tuning to the last known working configuration or setting the tuning back to default values.
  • K
    Karen CollinsSep 2, 2025
    Why Freefly Drones ALTA does not maintain level pitch or roll?
    • E
      Edward Hobbs MDSep 2, 2025
      If your Freefly Drones ALTA does not maintain level pitch or roll, use the ALTA app to set the appropriate pitch and roll trim, as the Pitch or Roll Trim position may not be set.
  • V
    Vanessa CooperSep 4, 2025
    Why Freefly Drones ALTA does not maintain heading?
    • M
      Michael MyersSep 4, 2025
      If your Freefly Drones ALTA does not maintain heading, re-initialize SYNAPSE while keeping ALTA stationary in all directions, as ALTA yaw during boot.
  • D
    Dylan MartinSep 6, 2025
    What to do if Freefly Quadcopters motors will not stop?
    • M
      Michael MarquezSep 6, 2025
      If your Freefly Quadcopter motors won't stop, ensure the ALTA Mode Switch is in the Manual position and the Arm Enable Switch is set to Allow Disarm.

Summary

Alta Overview

Disclaimer and Warning

Important safety information and disclaimers for operating the ALTA drone.

Limitation of Liability

Details the legal limitations of Freefly's liability regarding ALTA usage and potential damages.

Setting Up ALTA

Radio Controller Installation

Instructions for installing the radio controller receiver and ensuring connectivity.

Radio Mapping

Guide to mapping radio controller channels to ALTA functions for proper operation.

Compass Calibration

Procedure for calibrating the ALTA's compass for accurate navigation.

Tuning ALTA

Adjusting attitude, height, and position parameters for optimal flight performance.

Operating ALTA

Normal Procedures

Emergency Procedures

Emergency Guidance

General principles and basic actions for handling aircraft emergencies.

Pilot Disorientation

Steps to regain spatial orientation and control in case of pilot disorientation.

Unexpected Flight Controller Behavior

Actions to take when the flight controller exhibits uncommanded behavior.

Battery Exhaustion Procedures

Steps for responding to low battery voltage warnings and autoland.

Status Light Warning Indicator

Procedure for responding when the status light indicates a warning.

Loss of Radio Control Signal

Steps to take when experiencing a loss of radio control signal.

Loss of FPV Signal

Procedures for responding to a loss of the First Person View signal.

Maintaining ALTA

Troubleshooting

General Warnings

Troubleshooting common issues like missing microSD cards or compass calibration.

Flight Controller Troubleshooting

Resolving issues with arming, motor operation, and SYNAPSE boot failures.

Flight Behavior Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and resolving flight issues like maintaining heading or position tracking.

Freefly ALTA Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Rotors8
ManufacturerFreefly Systems
GPSYes
IMUYes
Battery TypeLiPo

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