Intel FALCON 8+ Quick Start Guide

QUICK START GUIDE – Rev. 06 July 2017
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Switching OFF the UAS
Always switch the UAS OFF in the following order:
1. Payload (wait at least 10 seconds until it has stored all data, and is fully powered down);
2. Intel Falcon 8+ UAV:
a. Push and hold the power button
b. The LED position lights will increase in brightness
c. The LED position light will decrease in brightness, and simultaneously there will be a short beep from the UAV
d. After the beep, let go of the button
3. Intel Cockpit Controller:
a. Push and hold the power button of the touchscreen tablet for approximately 3 seconds until “Slide to shut
down your PC” is shown. Follow this instruction to fully power down the touchscreen tablet.
b. Push and hold the power button
c. The Intel Cockpit Controller will vibrate shortly
d. Let go of the button
Post-Flight Check
Ensure the below factors are in place:
• Camera: Adjusted to horizontal position before landing
• All batteries: Removed
• Antenna panel on Intel Cockpit Controller: Folded in
• UAS Storage: In the transport case or backpack
• Intel Cockpit Controller: Shoulder harness removed
Violation of these safety precautions may result in the loss of warranty included in the Terms and Conditions
of Sale for this Product!
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Intel FALCON 8+ Specifications

General

Type	Octocopter
Easy to use	Yes
Product color	Black, Yellow
Maximum speed	16 m/s
Frequency band	2.4 GHz
Number of rotors	8 rotors
Maximum flight time	26 min
Maximum weight capacity	2.8 kg
Maximum operating distance	1000 m
Maximum pitch angular velocity	50 °/sec
Operating temperature (T-T)	-5 - 40 °C
Transmitter power consumption	100 mW
Built-in processor	-
Moving control functions	Backward, Forward, Turn left, Turn right, Upward

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	817 mm
Width	768 mm
Height	160 mm
Weight	1200 g
Rotor diameter	203.2 mm