Makeblock Airblock User manual
D1.4.6_7.40.4602
www.makeblock.com
Makeblock Co., Ltd.
Address: 4th Floor, Building C3, Nanshan iPark, No.1001 Xueyuan Avenue,
Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
@Makeblock
Modular&Programmable Drone
USER MANUAL
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Software Download
Parts List
Introduction to Main Control Module
Introduction to Battery
Introduction to Power Module
Introduction to Stickers
User Guide to Aircraft Mode
User Guide to Hovercraft Mode
User Guide to Custom Mode
FAQs
Table of Contents
·Operating Environment ·Warning
·Installation Steps ·Control
·Operating Environment •Warning
·Installation Steps ·Control
·Operating Methods ·Operating Environment
·Warning ·Programming
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Software Download A tablet or smartphone is required to control the Airblock.
Download from App Store
Download from Ocial Website
Search "Makeblock" and install the application from app store.
http://learn.makeblock.com/en/software/
Login to download the corresponding version.
System and Device Requirements
For iOS Devices: Requires iOS 9.0 or later versions. Compatible with iPhone5, iPad mini, iPad
3 or later models. For Android Devices: Requires Android 4.3 or later versions.
Apple, the Apple logo, iPad and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc, registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
Android and the Google logo are trademarks of Google Inc.
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Parts List
Main Control Module
Power Modules Hovercraft Base Protective Cover
Battery Charger
Charging
Cable
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The main control module includes 6 power module plug-
in sockets, 3 LEDs, an ultrasonic sensor, a barometer, a
gyroscope, Bluetooth, a microcontroller chip, etc.
Ultrasonic sensor is used for distance measurement. Works
together with barometer to measure height change of the
aircraft.
LED works as power supply indicator. Brightness and color is
adjustable through programming.
The following are built-in sensors:
Barometer can sense height changes.
Gyroscope can sense position and orientation of the main
control module.
Bluetooth module can establish connection with tablets or
smartphones. Application program can read the real-time data
collected by sensors.
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Front View
Back View
LED
Ultrasonic Sensor
Plug-in Socket
Battery
Compartment
User Guide to Aircraft Mode
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Airblock does not have a power switch. When a fully charged
battery is inserted into the main controller, the controller
automatically enters standby mode.
When inserting battery into main control module or battery
charger, please ensure that the contact points are placed in the
correct direction.
A red light indicates that charging is ongoing. A green light
indicates that the battery is fully charged.
Warning：
USB Cable (5V input)
Battery
Battery Contact Points
LED
Charger
Battery
If unused for an extended period, battery should be removed from the main control module,
and charged for half an hour before safekeeping to prevent damage due to overdischarging.
Do not charge the battery for more than 12 hours.
Do not use battery in high temperature or high humidity environment. Battery failure and
explosion may be cause by battery impact.
Electric wires, plugs, cases and other assembly units must be checked regularly whether they
are damaged or not. Do not use it if there is any damage until it has been fully repaired.
Battery types which can be used: Airblock special rechargeable lithium battery.
a. Rechargeable battery must be used under adults' supervision.
b. Rechargeable battery should be removed from the product before charging.
c. The battery should be put in with the correct polarity.
d. Exhausted battery should be removed from the main control module.
Power terminal shall not short-circuit.
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Introduction to structure
The Power Module includes a motor, a propeller, a plug, a
frame, etc.
LED is installed on the frame. LED lights up when the motor
is activated.
LED on aircraft front power module and foot pad are red.
Foot pads on other power modules are black. LED as
indicators are green.
Frame
Foot Pad
Motor
EPP Protective Ring
Propeller
Plug
Power Module
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Introduction to Operating Principles
In order to oset the self-rotation of the aircraft, the
propellers are classied in red (counter-clockwise
rotation) and black (clockwise rotation). Motors are also
classied as clockwise and counter-clockwise rotation.
After connecting to main control module, the motor
starts spinning and pushes air downwards to generate an
upward thrust.
Direction of thrust
Direction of air current Direction of air current
Direction of thrust
Clockwise Rotation Counter-clockwise
rotation
Power Module
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Standard Angle
90°
180°
270°
Installation Angle
Each power module may be installed onto its
corresponding port on the main control module
at 4 dierent angles.
Power Module
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