Parrot AR User Manual

AR Drone Quick Start Guide
Copyright - Droneflyers.com - 2016
The AR Drone does not come with much in the way of a manual and many new users
find themselves wondering what to do first. This will be a complete step-by-step guide
to get you up and flying as quickly as possible.
Step 1 – Charge the battery
Unfortunately you cannot just unbox the AR Drone and run out and fly it. You have to charge
the battery first. Expect this to take about 1.5 hours although it will probably be a little
shorter than that.
Step 2 – Prep The Drone
On the top of the chassis and on the top and bottom of the hulls are clear plastic sheet
covers, you will want to remove these to make sure the hulls seat properly onto the chassis.
Step 3 – Install the Apps
There are actually multiple apps available for both iOS devices and Android devices. Search
your appropriate app store for AR Drone and find the official Parrot AR Drone app, and maybe
a few extra apps if they look interesting to you.
Step 4 – Understand How the Drone Will Behave
Unlike a helicopter, you don’t just turn up the throttle until the drone takes off, you press the
Take-Off button on the application. When you hit Take-Off, the drone will do a quick self-test,
do a quick rotor test, and then climb about three feet off the ground and just sit there waiting

Parrot AR Specifications

General

Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Battery Capacity	1000 mAh
Compatible OS	iOS, Android
Battery Life	12 minutes
Control Range	50 meters
Type	Quadcopter
Control Method	Smartphone/Tablet
Max Speed	18 km/h
Sensors	Pressure sensor
Camera	HD camera

Summary

AR Drone Quick Start Guide Overview

Step 1 - Charge the Battery

Instructions on charging the AR Drone battery, noting it takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Step 2 - Prepare the Drone

Guidance on removing plastic sheet covers from the drone's chassis and hulls for proper seating.

Step 3 - Install the Apps

Instructions to search for and install the official Parrot AR Drone app on iOS or Android devices.

Step 4 - Understand Drone Behavior

Explanation of the drone's automatic takeoff procedure and initial hovering behavior.

AR Drone Flight Operations

Step 5 - Install the Battery

Instructions to place the charged drone on a launch location once the charger shows a green light.

Step 6 - Connect to Drone

Steps to connect your device to the AR Drone's WiFi network and launch the controller application.

Step 7 - Flying the Drone

Details on controlling altitude, rotation, and tilt using the application's on-screen controls.

AR Drone Advanced Usage

Step 7 - Have Fun

Encouragement to practice flying skills and explore the drone's full potential in open spaces.