Intel FALCON 8+ User Manual

USER MANUAL
INTEL® FALCON™ 8+ UAS
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7. Restart the system in the specific sequence (see step #2 above).
8. Repeat the above steps for each new payload to be used with the Intel® Falcon™ 8+
UAV. Once a payload has been calibrated, the Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV will recall the
settings.
2.5.2.2. Compass calibration
The compass calibration needs to be done outdoor in flight.
1. Attach the payload you are performing the calibration on.
2. Take the Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV out to a spot with good GPS reception and no
magnetic disturbances.
3. Switch the payload ON, then the Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV, then the touchscreen
tablet, and finally, the CTR; take off.
4. Have the Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV hover in GPS-Mode at about 30 m above ground
level where no magnetic disturbances are to be expected.
5. On the CTR push the ENT button of the Status Display to navigate to Settings >
Compass Calib (see “STATUS DISPLAY” on page 166).
6. Push ENT to confirm. The Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV will make a 400° turn.
7. Once the Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV has finished the turn, land, switch off the camera,
then the Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV, then the touchscreen tablet, and finally, the CTR.
Restart the complete system in the specific sequence (see step #2 above).
8. Repeat the above steps for each new payload to be used with the Intel® Falcon™ 8+
UAV. Once a payload has been calibrated, the Intel® Falcon™ 8+ UAV will recall the
settings.
2.5.2.3. Adjusting the camera horizon
The zero position of the camera horizon and/or tilt angle might occasionally need
adjustment, as it might change due to temperature variations. The adjustment of the
camera horizon can be done indoors with the motors switched off.
CAUTION: IT IS IMPORTANT TO RESTART THE SYSTEM
IMMEDIATELY AFTER EACH CALIBRATION. THE NEW CALIBRATION
PARAMETERS WILL ONLY BECOME ACTIVE AFTER RESTARTING THE
SYSTEM.
CAUTION: IT IS IMPORTANT TO LAND AND RESTART THE SYSTEM
IMMEDIATELY AFTER EACH CALIBRATION PROCESS. THE NEW
CALIBRATION PARAMETERS WILL ONLY BECOME ACTIVE AFTER
RESTARTING THE SYSTEM.

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