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VII.III Gaz
Once in Altitude Mode, you can switch to Gaz Mode by altering the Throttle of the UAV (J1 for Mode 2 users).
Since Gaz Mode only requires limited use of the embedded sensors, there are no minimum or maximum
altitude limits (you can fly below 50cm or above 25m) and the pilot has more direct control the UAV.
Even if the altitude is not locked, the embedded computer will control the optimal up and down speed to
help you fly more smoothly.
While in Gaz mode, your UAV will drift slightly with the movement of the air. If you experience constant
drifting, please perform a “flat trim,” explained in a dedicated section of the manual, on the connected UAV.
If all UAVs connected to the GCS are drifting in same direction, perform a GCS Joystick calibration as
explained in the Advanced Settings User Manual.
VIII. Takeoff /Landing
CAUTION: PRESSING THE TAKEOFF BUTTON WILL START THE MOTORS AND SPIN THE PROPELLERS AT HIGH
SPEED. TAKE ALL THE PRECAUTIONS NEEDED TO AVOID ANY POSSIBLE CONTACT WITH THEM, AS ROTATING
PROPELLERS CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURIES.
VIII.I Takeoff
Automatic takeoff of the UAV, with a smooth acceleration of the propellers’ spinning speed. The UAV will
automatically reach a hovering position, about 1 meter from the ground, joysticks should not be moved du-
ring the takeoff process. Motors and propellers must be able to rotate freely or your Loki MK2 will stop the
process to avoid damage; in this case, “Emergency” will appear on the bottom of the GCS screen.
The pilot can always decide to cancel the automatic hovering process and altitude gain by moving its joys-
ticks as soon as the UAV leaves the ground. In that case, it is advised to press the Hovering button ( “R”) as
soon as possible to achieve the best UAV performances. At least 1 hovering process is needed every time a
new battery is connected, as this allows your UAV’s computer to calibrate its sensors.
The takeoff procedure can be cancelled at any time by pressing the allocated button again.
VIII.II Landing
CAUTION: THE BEST WAY TO ACHIEVE A PERFECT SMOOTH LANDING IS TO FIRST ASK FOR A HOVERING,
WAIT FOR SYNCRONIZATION, AND THEN PERFORM THE LANDING.
Automatic landing of the UAV, with a smooth deceleration of the propellers’ spinning speed.
The UAV will remain controllable during the landing, as to allow the pilot to adjust the landing area; the
whole procedure can be cancelled at any moment by pressing the takeoff landing button again.
IX. Wind compensation
CAUTION: WIND COMPENSATION SHOULD ONLY BE USED OUTDOOR AND AS FAR AWAY AS POSSIBLE FROM
WALLS, WINDOWS OR OBSTACLES
In Wind Mode, the drone will automatically adjust its angle to “fight” the wind. As a result, the max tilt angle
of your drone will be increased by the additional angle needed to fight the wind.
The Wind Mode can be activated at any time, except in conjunction with Floor Mode, by pressing the appro-
priate allocated button (L) or via the Command Action Menu. “Wind” will appear on your GCS.
It is strongly advised not to enter Wind Mode indoors. Since this will make max tilt angle relative, your UAV
may interpret a wall, a window or obstacle, as very strong wind, and as a result will compensate by adding
more and more angle to generate movement, which could result in a crash.
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