Autel DRAGONFISH Series User manual
Item list
Getting to know the aircraft
Getting to know the mobile ground station
Getting to know the base station
Using the Dragonfish aircraft
Charging
Setting up the base station
Assembling the aircraft
Powering on / Activating the aircraft
Powering on the base station
Powering on the ground station
Powering on the aircraft
Activating the aircraft
Flight
Activating the aircraft
Automatic takeoff
Specifications
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Item list
Aircraft body
x 1
9.7 inch ground station
x 1
Base station
x 1
Battery
x4 (the actual quantity is
subject to the purchased set)
Charger + AC line
x 1
Propeller blades
x 2
Base station antenna
x 2
Base station feeder
x 2
Tail
x 1
Gimbal Camera
x 1 (The gimbal model is subject to
the actual set purchased)
Base station charger
x 1
USB Type-C cable
x 1
Base station tray
x 1
Base station tripod
x 1
Repair tool kit
x 1
Documentation
x 1set (includes Dragonfish, Base
station, Ground station, Charger,
Battery quick guide, Disclaimer)
Ground station lanyard
x 1
Wing set
x 1
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Getting to know the aircraft
The Dragonfish aircraft integrates Autel Robotics’ intelligent and superior flight control technology, gimbal
technology, and imaging technology. The aircraft boasts a new tilt rotor design that combines the efficiency of
fixed-wing aircraft endurance with the takeoff convenience of traditional multi-rotor drones. A 5 second self-
check system ensures the aircraft is safe and ready for operation. It can be assembled quickly, enabling set up
and take-off in a matter of minutes. The Dragonfish offers a maximum flight time of up to 120 minutes and a
video transmission range of 30 km. It comes built in with a range of intelligent features such as automatic take-
off and landing, intelligent tracking, terrain follow and more.
Tough and reliable, the Dragonfish has an IP43 protection rating to enable operations across a variety of
terrains. It also features a modular payload mount with an integrated quick release function that enables
operators to mount a dual sensor, a triple sensor, or a multispectral payload effortlessly to suit mission needs.
Alongside the aircraft is a GNSS Base Station and the integrated, Dual RTK modules that equip the aircraft with
additional redundancy. This allows the dragonfish to fly confidently in complex environments while capturing
precise, centimeter-accurate data.
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Getting to know the portable ground station
The Dragonfish is equipped with a 9.7-inch TFT-LCD touch screen (2048*1536). It offers a brightness of 1000
cd/m2, making it almost twice as bright as typical mobile devices. The screen can display images clearly even
in direct sunlight, and a built-in 256G memory makes it convenient for storing all your critical data. With an
image transmission range of 30km[1] and a battery life of 4.5 hours, the ground station guarantees optimal
performance and reliability.
Getting to know the base station
The Dragonfish GNSS base station is a high-precision satellite signal receiver that supports GPS, Beidou,
Galileo and GLONASS navigation systems. It can be used across a variety of applications and environments.
The Dragonfish GNSS base station and the integrated, Dual RTK modules equip the aircraft with additional
redundancy and positioning accuracy to provide precise, centimeter accurate data. It also enables the
Dragonfish to withstand signal interference in strong magnetic environments such as power lines and near
buildings.
[1] The experimental data were measured in a non-interference environment
1. Antenna
2. Mode switch indicator
3. Gimbal pitch control wheel
4. Manual/Auto mode switch key
5. Joystick
6. Home button
7. Power status indicator
8. Light perception sensor
9. Touch screen
10. Hooks (for lanyard support)
11. Microphone
12. Photo/Video button
13. Zoom button
14. Gimbal level control dial
15. Tripod mounting interface
16. Power button
17. Charging port
18. USB port
19. SD card slot
20. SIM card slot
21. HDMI port
22. Custom buttons
23. Headphone jack
24. Air outlet
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1. RTK antenna
2. Propeller blades
3. Smart battery
4. Power button/indicator
5. Wing lock
6. Body motor
7. Gimbal camera
8. Battery release button
9. Front landing gear
10. Rear landing gear
11. Wingtip propellers
12. Wing motor
13. Horizontal stabilizer
14. Airspeed sensor
15. Tilting wingtip
16. GPS module
17. Ultrasonic Positioning Sensors
18. Dust Net
19. PTZ installation interface
Using the Dragonsh
Charging Setting up the base station
1. Charging the Intelligent flight battery 1. Unfold the tripod, install the base station tray,
and lock the tray.
2. Charging the ground station 2. Install the base station body to the tray and
tighten the lock on the tray nut. Ensure that
the base station is level and stable.
1. WiFi indicator
2. Linking indicator
3. RTK indicator
4. Power indicator
5. Charging port
6. Frequency button
7. Power button
8. Port cover
9. Antenna interface
10. Tripod interface
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DC IN MATCH
3. Charging the base station 3. Install the antenna on the tripod and
connect the antenna feeder to the base
station antenna port.
Assembling the aircraft
1.Install the left and right wings
2. Install the tail
Align and fasten
Align and fasten
Align and fasten
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Locking direction: Press and Rotate in the indicated direction to lock the propeller.
Unlocking direction: Press and Rotate the propeller in the opposite direction to unlock it.
The marked propeller is to be mounted on the marked motor
Unmarked propeller is to be mounted on the unmarked motor
Mount on the base
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Press and rotate the paddle
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Install to the locked position
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3. Install the wingtip propeller
Before installing or removing the propeller, power off the aircraft (as shown in the illustration).
4. Mounting
Align the red dots on the mount with the red dots of the gimbal interface of the fuselage, and rotate the lock
ring to the locked position.
5.Unlock mount
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Align the top and
bottom red dots
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Press the unlock
button
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Insert the gimbal up
vertically into the slot
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Rotate the lock ring to the
unlocked position
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Rotate the lock ring to
the locked position
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Remove mount by lowering
vertically down
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• Align the battery to the battery interface on the fuselage and install it.
1. Powering on the base station
Short press the power button for 1 second
to turn on the base station.
3. Powering on the aircraft
Press the power button on the aircraft body
for 3 seconds to power on the aircraft.
2. Powering on the ground station
Short press the power button for 1 second
to turn on the ground station.
4. Activating the aircraft
Open Autel Voyager and click the
activation button to activate the aircraft.
6. Installing the Intelligent Flight Battery
When installing or removing the aircraft battery, be sure to power off the aircraft.
Powering on / Activating the aircraft
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