Removing the Drone from the Case
1. Firmly grab the UAS by the battery plate and pull out of the case
Note: Do not grab the UAS by just the plastic body as it could cause damage.
Extending the Arms
The SwitchBlade-Elite features two arms that fold in and lock for compact travel, protection, and safety. The arms are secured with red, spring-loaded pull knobs underneath the chassis.
1. Remove the SwitchBlade-Elite from its case.
2. Select one arm and pull out on the corresponding red knob.
3. Rotate the arm away from the tail.
4. Once reaching the stop, release the knob to allow locking.
5. Gently move the arm back and forth to verify the knob is engaged and seated thoroughly.
6. Repeat the process with the other arm.
Lower the Landing Gear
1. Securely hold the vehicle. Gently pull the red knob located on the landing gear retract toward the center of the vehicle.
2. Push the red knob in until the landing gear is fully extended.
Raise and Secure GPS Mast
- Slide the pins back to unlock them from the stowed position.
2. Once the pins are released, gently lift the mast to raise it into an upright position. The pins will lock into place once the mast is properly seated.
Extend Rotors
1. Unfold each rotor so the blades point in opposite directions along the long dimension of the blade mount for all three rotors.
2. Remove protective blade sleeves.
Set Up Additional Equipment
1. Set up accessories (if applicable).
Instructions for accessories and payload-specific information is available here.