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USER MANUALREVISION B 08.01.2015
REVISION HISTORYREVISIONDATEDESCRIPTIONAJuly 2015Initial ReleaseBAugust 2015Revised section order. Added Allowable Gross Weight table.A LTA U S E R M A N U A LPA R T N U M B E R : 7 7 0 - 0 0 0 4 2
CONTENTS2Revision History3Contents56ALTA OVERVIEWDisclaimer and Warning7LIMITATION OF LIABILITY8Introduction9Symbols, Abbreviations and Terminology12Dimensions14Included Items15Specifications19Limitations20System Diagrams24ALTA Mobile App24Additional Required Components (not included)25SETTING UP ALTA26Unfolding ALTA30Radio Installation35Radio Mapping40Configuring Top or Bottom Mount42Isolator Cartridges43Battery Installation47Compass Calibration49Propellers51First Person View (FPV)54FPV On Screen Display Setup58Tuning ALTA61ALTA Flight Parameters64OPERATING ALTA65Flight Controller Modes67Home Switch USER MANU A L3
67Arm Enable Switch68Status Light70Orientation Lights71ALTA App Monitor72Data Logging73NORMAL PROCEDURES74Unpacking and Setup75Before Starting77Before Takeoff79After Every Flight80After Last Flight81EMERGENCY ROCEDURES82Emergency Guidance83Pilot Disorientation84Unexpected Flight Controller Behavior85Battery Exhaustion86Status Light Warning Indicator Illuminates87Loss of Radio Control Signal88Loss of FPV Signal89PERFORMANCE90Weight / Endurance Performance Data91Allowable Gross WeightAllowable Gross Weight92MAINTAINING ALTA93General Information and Techniques94Maintenance Items96Replacement of Parts97Firmware Update Process98TROUBLESHOOTING101APPENDIX102Appendix A. Default Tuning Values103Appendix B. Data Logging Fields USER MANU A L4
ALTA OVERVIEW USER MANU A L5
DISCLAIMER AND WARNINGIMPORTANT - Please read this disclaimer and warning carefully and reviewthe ALTA User Manual prior to flight. If you have any questions, please contactsupport@freeflysystems.com prior to using the ALTA. You can review the mostcurrent version of this User Manual at www.freeflysystems.com/software-manuals/.By using the ALTA, you acknowledge that you have read, understand and agree tothis disclaimer. You agree that you are solely responsible for your conduct whileusing the ALTA, and for any direct or indirect consequences that may result from itsuse. You agree to only use the ALTA for proper purposes that are in accordance withlocal and airspace rules and regulations.»» ALTA is not a toy and should be operated with extreme care, as improperoperation can cause damage to property, serious personal injury or death.»» As with any multi-rotor helicopter, the ALTA is a complex and technicalmachine. Novice pilots should invest sufficient time on a flight simulatorand seek training from an experienced pilot prior to operation. The ALTAUser Manual and a flight simulator are no substitute for training with anexperienced pilot, particularly when it comes to learning how to safelyoperate the ALTA. Novice pilots should never fly without the supervision ofan experienced pilot.»» Always check the ALTA and its components prior to operation.»» Always maintain a safe distance from the ALTA when in use.»» Never attempt to touch the ALTA when the propellers are moving.»» Never fly the ALTA over or around people, power lines or other aircraft.»» Never fly with any propellers that have visible imperfections or damage.»» Always keep children and animals a safe distance away from the ALTAwhen in use and when changing configurations.»» Always remove the propellers or power ALTA using a low power sourcewhen making a change to the configuration of the ALTA to prevent propellerstrikes in the event of unintentional motor starts.»» Always remove the configuration jumper when making changes to theconfiguration of the ALTA.»» Always test the ALTA with the propellers removed to make sure that themotors are spinning in the correct direction and that the motor assignmentis correct with respect to the SYNAPSE flight controller. If you have eitherof these wrong, the ALTA will be uncontrollable and dangerous.»» It is your responsibility to perform a full system check of the ALTA prior toevery flight.»» It is your responsibility to learn how to safely operate the ALTA and to adhere to all applicable rules and regulations.»» Fly at your own risk. USER MANU A L6
LIMITATION OF LIABILITYIN NO EVENT SHALL FREEFLY BE LIABLE TO BUYER FOR ANY INDIRECT,CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, OR ANYDAMAGES WHATSOEVER RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE ALTA OR FROM LOSSOF USE, DATA OR PROFITS (HOWEVER CAUSED AND UNDER ANY THEORY OFLIABILITY), EVEN IF FREEFLY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCHDAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL FREEFLY’S LIABILITY FOR A PRODUCT (WHETHERASSERTED AS A TORT CLAIM, A CONTRACT CLAIM OR OTHERWISE) EXCEED THEAMOUNTS PAID TO FREEFLY FOR SUCH PRODUCT. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHINGHEREIN, IN NO EVENT SHALL FREEFLY’S LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUTOF OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT EXCEED THE AMOUNTS PAID BY BUYER TOFREEFLY FOR PRODUCT IN THE LAST TWELVE (12) MONTHS. IN NO EVENT WILLFREEFLY BE LIABLE FOR COSTS OF PROCUREMENT OR SUBSTITUTE GOODS BYBUYER. THE LIMITATIONS SET FORTH HEREIN SHALL APPLY TO ALL LIABILITIESTHAT MAY ARISE OUT OF THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST BUYER. THESELIMITATIONS SHALL APPLY NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF ESSENTIALPURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY.Freefly shall not be liable for damages or injuries incurred directly or indirectly fromthe use of the ALTA including, but not limited to, the following situations:»» Failure of operator to follow proper instructions and safety warnings foundat www.freeflysystems.com.»» Failure of the operator to follow onboard safety warnings while using theALTA.»» Failure of the operator to follow and comply with local rules and regulations.»» Failure of the operator to inspect the ALTA and its components prior tooperation.»» Failure of the operator to properly maintain and/or service the ALTAthrough an authorized Freefly Service Center with genuine ALTA parts.»» Use of third-party products on the ALTA.»» Use of the ALTA in a physically or mentally impaired capacity.»» Use of the ALTA without sufficient training.»» Use of the ALTA in unsafe conditions, including but not limited to, bad orsevere weather, such as rain, wind, snow, lightning, dust storms, etc., or inareas of magnetic or radio interference, such as power stations, broadcasting and cell phone towers, government prohibited airspace, etc.»» Improper operation, misjudgment or risky behavior while using the ALTA.»» Infringement of third party data, audio or video rights recorded when usingthe ALTA. USER MANU A L7
INTRODUCTIONALTA is a professional multi-rotor aircraft designed for demandingcinematic, television, and photographic applications. Within fiveminutes, ALTA can unfold from its carrying case to flying some ofthe most capable cinema cameras on either the top or bottom of theaircraft. The SYNAPSE flight controller is purpose-built for cinemause, yielding precise, yet smooth control.This User Manual has been prepared to describe the completeoperation of airframe and flight control systems, and the normalmaintenance of those items. Do not operate ALTA without reading andunderstanding this manual.This manual is not a substitute for adequate flight training. Trainingrequirements can vary when operating in different countries or underdifferent flight conditions. Always consult local regulations beforeflying ALTA. In areas where there are no flight training requirements,it is the sole determination of the pilot-in-command as to whether heor she has the appropriate level of training or experience for a givenflight. Always set and adhere to personal minimums and fly withinyour own capabilities. USER MANU A L8
SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGYWARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTESThroughout the manual, warnings, cautions and notes are used to highlight variousimportant procedures. These are defined as follows:WARNINGCAUTIONWarnings are used to highlight procedures which, if not strictly observed,may result in personal injury or lossof life.Cautions are used to highlight procedures which, if not strictly observed,may cause damage to equipment.NOTENotes are used to highlight specificoperating conditions or steps of aprocedure.METEOROLOGICAL TERMINOLOGYISAInternational Standard Atmosphere in which:The air is a dry, perfect gas;The temperature at sea level is 15 Celsius (59 Fahrenheit);The pressure at sea level is 1013.2mbar (29.92 inches Hg);The temperature gradient from sea levelto the altitude at which the temperature is-56.5 C (-69.7 F) is -0.00198 C (-0.003564 F)per foot and zero above that altitudeMSLMean Sea Level is the average height abovethe surface of the sea for all stages of tideAGLAbove Ground Level is the height ofthe aircraft above the groundOATOutside Air Temperature is the free air statictemperature surrounding the aircraft USER MANU A L9
Pressure AltitudeAltitude measured from standard sea level pressure(29.92 in. Hhg) by a pressure or barometric altimeterIt is the indicated pressure altitude corrected forposition and instrument error. In this Manual,altimeter instrument errors are assumed to be zeroPOWER TERMINOLOGYMaximum ContinuousPower OutputThe maximum typical power output of amotor averaged over the entire flightMaximum InstantaneousPeak Power OutputThe maximum power output of a motor duringany phase of flight, such as when maneuveringFLIGHT AND POWERPLANT CONTROLThrottle StickThe radio controller stick responsible forthrottle control. For Mode 2 controllers, thisis the vertical movement of the left controlstick. For Mode 1 controllers, this is thevertical movement of the right control stickYaw StickThe radio controller stick responsiblefor yaw (also called pan) controlFor Mode 2 and Mode 1 controllers, this is thelateral movement of the left control stickPitch StickThe radio controller stick responsible forpitch control. For Mode 2 controllers, this isthe vertical movement of the right stickFor Mode 1 controllers, this is thevertical movement of the left stickRoll StickThe radio controller stick responsible for rollcontrol. For Mode 2 and Mode 1 controllers, this isthe lateral movement of the right control stickPitch/Roll Stickor Cyclic StickThe radio control stick responsiblefor both pitch and roll controlFor Mode 2 controllers, this is the right stickWEIGHT AND BALANCEMaximum TakeoffWeight (MTOW)Maximum allowable weight at liftoffStandard Empty WeightWeight of a standard aircraft USER MANU A L10
Basic Empty WeightStandard empty weight plus optional equipmentUseful LoadDifference between take off weightand basic empty weightPayloadUseful load less battery weightGENERAL TERMINOLOGYsUASSmall Unmanned Aircraft System includes allcomponents of the system required for the flight ofan unmanned aircraft, including the radio controller,data link and other related support equipment USER MANU A L11
(60.4)521064(41.9)461126(44.3)178(7.0)457(18.0)31U NFO LD E D P L A N V I E W W I TH B OOM N UM B E RI N G SCHE M E MM 8.0)U N FO L D E D S I D E V I E W W I T H L A N D I N G G E A R M M ( I N C H )178(7.0)318(12.5)1126(44.3) 180(7.1)U N FO L D E D F R O N T V I E W W I T H O U T L A N D I N G G E A R M M ( I N C H ) USER MANU A L12
220(8.7)FO L D E D S I D E V I E W M M ( I N C H )550550(21.7)(21.7)FO L D E D P L A N V I E W M M ( I N C H )FO L D E D F R O N T V I E W M M ( I N C H ) USER MANU A L13
INCLUDED ITEMS1. Case10. Fasteners2. ALTA3. Case Lid Foam4. Isolator Cartridgesa. (6) Teal (Installed)b. (6) Blackc. (6) Red5. Documentation6. USB-Futaba Power Cable7. Inverted Landing Geara. (4) M3 8 Socket Head forToad In The Hole Male Adapterb. (2) M3 8 Flat Head for AccessoryMount11. Toad In The Hole Male Adapter12. 5.5mm Wrench13. Hex Drivers (1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm)14. Accessory Mount15. Double-Sided Tape8. Antenna Tubes9. FP V Cablesa. Skyzone/BOSCAMb. ImmersionRC/Fat Sharkc. Ready Made RC USER MANU A L14
SPECIFICATIONSDIMENSIONSUnfolded Diameter(does not include Props)1126 mmFolded Diameter(does not include Props)550 mmHeight to base of Toad In The Hole (TITH)220 mmPOWERPLANTNumber of MotorsMotor TypeMotor Model6Direct Drive 3-Phase PMAC OutrunnerF45Motor Max Continuous Power Output350 WMotor Max InstantaneousPeak Power Output950 WMaximum RPM (flat rated)Equivalent KvElectronic Speed Controller6300 RPM384Freefly Silent-Drive Sine Wave ESCPROPELLERSMaterialPropeller OrientationPropeller TypeCarbon fiber with balsa core(3) CW and (3) CCW Props18 6 FoldingBATTERYNominal Battery VoltageMaximum Battery SizeMaximum Battery QuantityBattery ConnectorsRequired Minimum BatteryDischarge Rating USER MANU A L6S / 22.2V240 180 80 mm2 Battery Packs (Parallel)2 EC5 (Parallel)Dual Pack: 200A / 400A PeakSingle Pack: 300A / 600A Peak15
WEIGHTSMaximum Gross for Takeoff1Maximum Useful LoadMaximum Payload213.6 kg (30.0 lbs)9.1 kg (20.0 lbs)6.8 kg (15.0 lbs)3Typical Standard Empty Weight:4.5 kg (10.0 lbs)SPECIFIC LOADINGSTypical Specific Power4Thrust Ratio at MTOW11At sea level, ISA.2Top and bottom mount. Includes batteries.145 W/kg1.85 : 1Payload weight top or bottom mount.Battery weight not included and mountedon opposite side from payload.34At MTOW, sea level, ISA. USER MANU A L16
FLIGHT CONTROLLERModel NameFreefly SYNAPSE flight controllerFlight ModesManual, Height Mode, PositionMode, Return-To-Home, AutolandSupported Inputs:DSMX, DSM2, S.Bus,S.Bus2, PPM, FPV SDSupported RadiosFutaba S.Bus & S.Bus2, DSMX,DSM2 (Spektrum/JR), PPM,PPM Invert, PPM GraupnerSupported Radio ControllerTelemetry SystemsMinimum Radio ControllerChannels RequiredFutaba w/ built-in voltage sense port5Supported GNSSGPS, GLONASS, GalileoSupported SBASQZSS, WAAS, EGNOS, MSASFirst-Person View SystemVideo FormatsSupported First-PersonView TransmittersSupported First-Person View CamerasFirst-Person View OSD TelemetryNTSC, PALSkyzone, BOSCAM,ImmersionRC, Fat SharkReady Made RCUser ConfigurableInstalled TransceiversWi-FiData Logging Rate25 HzLIGHTING AND INDICATIONStatus LightOrientation LightsOrientation Light Color OptionsAccessory Lighting PortAccessory Lighting Port Location1 Watt Red, 1 Watt White LED3-Watt RGB LEDRed, Yellow, Blue, Green, White12 VDCOutboard on Boom EndsISOLATION SYSTEMVibration Isolation SystemSilicone O-RingsOption 1: Soft / Light PayloadsRed O-RingsOption 2: Medium / Medium PayloadsTeal O-RingsOption 3: Stiff / Heavy Payloads USER MANU A LBlack O-Rings17
PAYLOAD MOUNTINGMounting LocationsMounting SystemFPV Camera MountFPV Transmitter Mount USER MANU A LBottom and Top MountFreefly Toad In The Hole(TITH) Quick ReleaseForward, underneath chassisBoom #518
LIMITATIONSNOTEThese limitations are advisory in nature and do not extend orrestrict limitations provided by local aircraft operational regulation.POWERPLANT LIMITATIONSMaximum RPM6300 RPMMaximum Battery Voltage25.2 VoltsMinimum Average Battery Voltage19.2 VoltsENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONSDo not fly ALTA in temperatures exceeding 45ºC (113ºF) or below -20ºC(-4ºF).5WEIGHT LIMITSMaximum Takeoff WeightMaximum Payload13.6 kg (30.0 lbs)6.8 kg (15.0 lbs)FLIGHT CONTROLLER LIMITSMaximum Pitch/Roll AngleMaximum Yaw Rate545 150 / secondMust additionally observe battery temperature ratings. USER MANU A L19
SYSTEM DIAGRAMSsUAS OVERVIEWGPS SatelliteHD Video Link,Preview Monitor*ALTA AppFPV Rx,Preview Monitor*Radio Controller**NOT INCLUDED2.4GHz MōVI Controller* USER MANU A L20
FLIGHT CONTROLSCESCA. Spektrum ReceiverDSMX, DSM 2B. Futaba Receiver or Generic ReceiverS.BUS, S.BUS 2 or 6 Position LightsSCESC USER MANU A L21
POWER orLights*FUSERECEIVER12v5v5vR E G U L AT O R SEC5 ConnectorMotorLights*FlightBattery USER MANU A LMotorLights*FlightBattery22
FPV EQUIPMENTF P V Camera(not included)F PV Camera CableFPV Tx(not included)FPV Camera LeadPre-installedSYNAPSEFlightControllerFPV Tx LeadPre-installedFPV Tx CableBoscam/Skyzone or Fat Shark/ImmersionRC USER MANU A L23
ALTA MOBILE APPThe ALTA App is used to configure ALTA parameters and to monitor ALTA’s statusduring flight. To download the ALTA App, search for “Freefly ALTA” in the App Storeor on Google Play .Parameters may only be adjusted while ALTA is on the ground and disarmed. Inaddition, radio mapping parameters can only be adjusted when the ConfigurationJumper is removed. For more information on radio mapping, see the Radio Mappingsection of this manual.When making configuration changes with the ALTA App, wait three seconds for theapp to automatically save changes to ALTA before shutting off the app or the mobiledevice.The ALTA App will be actively maintained, and additional functionality may be addedover time. For information on individual app updates, refer to the App release notes.ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COMPONENTS (NOT INCLUDED)RADIO CONTROLLERALTA supports a variety of radio controllers as outlined in the Flight ControllerSpecifications. A minimum of five (5) channels are required, with four (4) used forflight control, and the remaining one (1) used for mode selection.However, a radio controller with at least 9 channels is highly recommended to makeuse of Velocity and Climb Rate Clamps, Return-To-Home, and Arm Enable functions.It is recommended to use a radio controller with a three way switch for the Mode,Home and Arm Enable functions, and a knob or slider input for both the Velocity andClimb Rate Clamp functions.FLIGHT BATTERYALTA can accommodate a variety of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) flight battery packs.Battery packs must be 6S, having a nominal voltage of 22.2 V. When running twopacks, each pack must have a continuous discharge rating of 200 amps or greater,and a peak discharge rating of 400 amps or greater. When running a single pack, thepack must have a continuous discharge rating of 300 amps or greater, and a peakdischarge rating of 600 amps or greater. For additional information on expectedflight durations, refer to the Performance Section of the manual. USER MANU A L24
SETTING UP ALTA USER MANU A L25
UNFOLDING ALTAALTA features swan-neck booms that fold into a compact size fortravel. They are secured in an open position for flight using overcenter latches.TO UNFOLD ALTA1.Remove ALTA from case2.Fold down all six boom retention clips3.Open ALTA booms USER MANU A L26
4.Snap shut all six boom latches until they “click”5.Visually confirm all latches are seated properly6.Remove prop protectors USER MANU A L27
TO FOLD ALTA1.Secure props with prop protectors2.Unlatch all six booms3.Close ALTA booms USER MANU A L28
4.Fold up all six boom retention clips to secure booms USER MANU A L29
RADIO INSTALLATIONRADIO CONTROLLER RECEIVERALTA requires the installation of a radio control system. S.Bus, S.Bus2, DSM2,DSMX, and PPM (including inverted PPM and Graupner) receiver types aresupported.Additionally, ALTA supports radio receiver diversity using S.Bus, S.Bus2, DSM2 andDSMX receivers. This means two receivers may be installed, and the SYNAPSE flightcontroller will automatically use the receiver with the best signal quality. Using tworeceivers requires the radio controller to be bound to both receivers.Refer to the instructions provided with your radio controller to complete the bindingprocess. For Spektrum/JR radios, a receiver is required to bind the satellites to aradio controller.1.Locate the noted closeout panels used for receiverinstallation (between booms 1 & 2 and 5 & 6)2.Remove side closeout panel with radio wires using a 1.5mm hex driver USER MANU A L30
3.Identify required wireS.BUS/S.BUS2PPMDSM2/DSMX4.Feed wire through grommet5.Replace side closeout panel6.Plug in receiver/satellite to wire per the radiomanufacturer’s installation instructions USER MANU A L31
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20 System Diagrams 24 ALTA Mobile App 24 Additional Required Components (not included) 25 SETTING UP ALTA . ing and cell phone towers, government prohibited airspace, etc. . CAUTIONS AND NOTES Throughout the manual, warnings, cautions and notes are used to highlight various
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603.05 Welded Wire Fabric 600-3 604 CONSTRUCTION JOINTS 600-4 605 DEPOSITING THE CONCRETE 600-4 606 CONSOLIDATING CONCRETE 600-4 607 CURING 600-5 607.01 General 600-5 607.02 Cold Weather Requirements 600-6 608 REMOVAL OF FORMS 600-6 609 CONCRETE SURFACE FINISHES 600-6 609.01 Filling and Repairing Bolt Holes 600-8
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When it comes to the ALTA Best Practices Framework, respondents’ opinions were generally positive, with 54 percent viewing ALTA Best Practices as ALTA’s attempt to provide a mechanism for self-regulation, 49 percent believing that ALTA Best Practices are something every settlement professional should follow and 51 percent seeing ALTA
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