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  • Page 2 Rogue Version Micro User Manual (RV Micro) v.2.0.1 High Performance, 3-D Printed, Sustainable, Ultra-Lightweight, and Extremely Versatile Michael A. Gruener www.M1DRONES.com...
  • Page 3 Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by M1 DRONES LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
  • Page 4 Safety Precautions and Warnings • Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. • Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or • Always keep aircraft in sight and under injury. This model is controlled by a radio control.
  • Page 5 Language and Terminology Please familiarize yourself with special language and terminology necessary for RV Micro operation. • Remote Controller – A wireless radio controller used to wirelessly operate and manipulate a remote- controlled machine. • Remote Controlled Machine – A machine that is wirelessly controlled via a radio frequency. •...
  • Page 6 M1 DRONES Rogue Micro (RV Micro) hank you for purchasing the sustainable, 3-D printable, M1 DRONES Rogue Version Micro© (RV Micro). The RV Micro is engineered with advanced features while maintaining a simple design and quick assembly procedure. The RV Micro features open source software from the M1 DRONES online community. Weighing only 56 grams, the RV Micro boasts impressive flight performance with three different flight modes, an...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Product Information………………………………… 7 First Flight……............17 First Flight Preparation…………………………….. 8 Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist.…18 Flying Checklist............. 8 Exploded View............19 Charging Warnings..........8 Parts Listings............. 20 Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)........9 Before You Begin Assembly……….……………..….. 20 The Transmitter and Installing Batteries (RTF)..9 Required Parts……………….………..……………..

  • Page 9: Product Information

    Product Information RV Micro Features 3-D Printed Airframe – Rogue MicroV3 (RV Micro) Optional Motors – 8.5mm x 20mm Brushed Included On-board Electronics – FPV Camera and Flight Controller Installed Battery – (1) 1S 3.7V 500mAh 25C Li-Po Battery Included Charger –...

  • Page 10: First Flight Preparation

    even catch fire. First Flight Preparation • Always charge batteries away • Remove and inspect contents from flammable materials. • Begin charging the flight battery • Always inspect the battery before • Install the flight battery in the quadcopter charging. (Once it has been fully charged) •...

  • Page 11: Flying Checklist

    Flying Checklist ❏ Always turn the transmitter on first ❏ Plug the flight battery into the connector from the Flight control unit ❏ Allow the flight control unit to initialize and arm properly ❏ Fly the model ❏ Land the model ❏...

  • Page 12: Low Voltage Cutoff (Lvc)

    Low Voltage Cutoff ( LVC ) When a Li-Po battery is discharged below 3V, the battery may become damaged and may no longer accept a charge. The RV Micro flight control unit protects the flight battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC).

  • Page 13: Battery Charging

    Battery Charging Your aircraft comes with a multi 1S 3.7V DC Li-Po battery charger capable of charging 6 batteries at one time in addition to the (1) 1S 3.7V 500mAh 25C Li-Po Battery. This charger can charge up to 6 packs (3.7V Batteries) at the same time.

  • Page 14: Installing The Flight Controller Battery

    Installing Flight Controller Battery 1. Adjust the throttle and throttle trim to the lowest settings. 2. Power on the FlySky aircraft transmitter. 3. Flip the quadcopter upside-down and install the battery by connecting the battery connector to the flight control board beneath the control unit.

  • Page 15: Transmitter And Receiver Binding

    8. Disconnect the flight battery and power the transmitter off. If you encounter problems, obey binding instructions and refer to the troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If needed, contact the appropriate M1 DRONES Product Support office. CAUTION: When binding a flight control unit to the FlySky aircraft transmitter, you must have the throttle at idle and make sure a second aircraft transmitter is not on the bind screen when attempting to reestablish a bind.

  • Page 16: Flight Mode Selection

    Flight Mode Selection This transmitter’s flight mode selection feature lets the pilot change between stability mode, intermediate mode and agility mode. • When powered on, the transmitter default setting is in stability mode. • Change flight modes by changing the position of Toggle Switch B (SwB) •...

  • Page 17: Transmitter Controls

    Transmitter Controls Horizon – Beginner mode with Self-Stabilization Angle – Intermediate mode with Self-Stabilizing Acrobatic (Acro) – Expert mode with NO Self Stabilization LED Codes Equipment LED Color LED Status Operation Rapid Blink Error – Restart Machine Slow Blink Ready to Pre-Arm/Arm Blue Fast, then Slow Restart Machine...

  • Page 18: Understanding The Primary Flight Controls

    Understanding the Primary Flight Controls If you are not familiar with the controls of your RV Micro, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your first flight.

  • Page 19: Flight Controller Function

    Flight Controller Function The Flight Controller unit in your RV Micro is a powerful combination of processing and electronic speed controls. This unit is equipped with white and red status indicator LEDs for easy understanding. • Before each flight, power on the transmitter before connecting the flight battery to the RV Micro unit. After each flight, disconnect the flight battery from the RV Micro before powering off the transmitter.

  • Page 20: First Flight Prep

    First Flight Prep • After confirming the rotor blades rotate in the correct direction, test the motor response controls. • Move the throttle to a very low level of power, where the quadcopter begins to get “light” on its landing skid. •...

  • Page 21: Post-Flight Inspection And Maintenance Checklist

    • When comfortable with low-level hovering, you can transition to hovering and flying the RV Micro at higher altitudes of 3 to 4 ft. At these higher altitudes, you will become comfortable with the flight characteristics of the aircraft. • Don’t be afraid to set the RV Micro down on the ground quickly by lowering the throttle when approaching walls or other obstacles to help prevent propeller strikes.

  • Page 22: Exploded View

    Exploded View...

  • Page 23: Parts Listings

    Parts Listings Part # Description RVM3 Main Frame: Micro RV RVM32 Bottom Battery Bracket RVM33 Top FPV Camera Bracket RVM34 (Alt) Security Top FPV Camera Bracket RVM35 FPV Camera Mount 6A RVM36A Prop, CW Rotation (2): Micro 6B RVM36B Prop, CCW Rotation (2): Micro RVM 3S Sticky Pad for FPV Part #...

  • Page 24: Required Parts

    REQUIRED TOOLS TOOL DESCRIPTION For carefully connecting delicate plugs, connectors Small Pliers and Binding the Radio Transmitter Small Flat File For filing any excess plastic material Small Hobby Knife For trimming any excess plastic material REQUIRED PARTS Kit Components  Quadcopter Frame ...

  • Page 25: Assembly Steps

    Radio Transmitter (Tx)  FlySky FS-i6S  (4) AA Batteries Supplied LiPo Battery 1S 500 mAh 25C  ASSEMBLY STEPS  Gather motors.  Pay attention to the color of the wires. These determine the rotation of the motor and propeller.
  • Page 26 Attach the propellers to each corresponding motor gently. DO NOT push with excessive force. Pushing with excessive force may result in damage to the motor or personal injury. Determine the forward direction of the Quadcopter by finding the forward arrow on the front of the airframe.

  • Page 27: Bind Flight Controller And Transmitter

    Carefully insert each motor into the corresponding motor mount (CW & CCW), until they reach the stopper, ensuring no wires are pinched or damaged during insertion. Once inserted, route the wires outward through the motor mount slot. Carefully straighten wire. Next, very gently twist motor wire ends until they are neatly twisted.

  • Page 28: Radio Transmitter Setup

    4. Ensure all switches are in the correct position (UP) and Throttle is at IDLE. Radio Transmitter will emit a warning on the screen if switches are in an incorrect position. 5. Turn on Radio Transmitter by pushing both power buttons at the same time.

  • Page 29: Binding Procedure

    Setting up Channel 5 (AUX1), 6 (AUX2) ,7 (AUX3) for Switch A (SwA), B (SwB), D (SwD) 1. Press the Main Menu Button 2. The FUNCTION Screen should be displayed. 3. Scroll down to AUX. CHANNELS and tap to enter Aux.
  • Page 30 1. Press the Main Menu Button 2. Tap on SYS 3. Under the SYSTEM Menu, tap Rx Bind 4. The transmitter is now in BIND mode and ready to bind with the Flight Controller. 5. NOTE: Radio Transmitter bind mode will timeout after 30 seconds.

  • Page 31: Installation

    9. Press and hold down the BIND button, while connecting the LiPo Battery. 10. All LED’s will begin to flash rapidly. 11. Immediately release the BIND button; LED’s will flash slowly. 12. Exit “RX BIND” Menu on your Transmitter. 13. All LED’s should become SOLID, if the BIND is successful.
  • Page 32 Gather Flight Controller Board. Orient upright and forward by looking for the forward direction arrow printed on the circuit board. The four motor connectors are on the bottom side of the flight controller. NOTE: Arrows MAY vary in shape or size. With the arrow facing forward, align the board with the forward direction of the quadcopter for...
  • Page 33 Motors are connected to the M1, M2, M3, M4 plug sockets. Connect the M1 – M4 motor plugs to the flight controller. 10. Once all motors are properly connected, gently push the board into the airframe mount, ensuring that the tabs are within the “c”...
  • Page 34 12. Gather the FPV bracket. 13. Gather supplied adhesive foam pad. 14. Mount the foam pad in the middle of the bottom side on the FPV bracket. 15. Remove the adhesive cover for the Camera mount and install in the MIDDLE of the FPV Bracket, as shown.
  • Page 35 INSTALLATION (CONT.) 20. If the FPV Camera is not connected to the flight controller, connect the FPV camera to the power source plug 21. Gather Battery Bracket 22. Using skilled fingers or small pliers, CAREFULLY install the Battery Bracket on the underside of the airframe, inserting the tabs on the inner two mounting tabs.
  • Page 36 INSTALLATION (CONT.) 27. By default, the ARM switch is on AUX1 (Channel 5) toggle this switch to ARM and activate your quadcopter. 28. Before Arming your quadcopter for flight, check the following: 29. Ensure that the Flight Controller is installed LEVEL 30.
  • Page 37 31. You are now ready to begin flight testing. 32. Ensure all controls are trimmed for center and throttle is at IDLE ARM by toggling SwD (Channel 6) and then SwA (Channel 5). 33. Lift off by very slowly increasing the throttle until the quadcopter hovers 1”-3”...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solutions RV Micro control Disconnect the flight battery, response is Aircraft not initialized on a level idle the throttle and re- inconsistent or surface. initialize the quadcopter. requires extra trim to neutralize movement. Adjust battery position so Battery not correctly placed in quadcopter battery balances battery slot.
  • Page 39 Problem Possible Cause Solutions RV Micro does not Flight battery connected with Replace the Flight function, and smells the wrong polarity. Controller board. burnt after connecting the flight battery. Completely recharge the Flight battery charge is low. flight battery. Use a different USB Inadequate power to flight power source for the battery charger.
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting Guide (Cont.) Problem Possible Cause Solutions Power off the transmitter. Move the transmitter a larger distance Transmitter too near aircraft from the aircraft. Disconnect and during binding process. reconnect the flight battery to the SALL LED’s on flight aircraft. Follow the binding controller flash instructions.

  • Page 41: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED What this Warranty Covers UNDER THIS WARRANTY M1 DRONES, LLC, (M1) warrants to the original PURCHASER’S SOLE EXCLUSIVE purchaser that the product purchased (the "Product") will REMEDY. be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the...

  • Page 42: User Compliance Information For The Faa

    Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be at the sender’s expense. M1 DRONES will hold non- included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, compliant Product for a period of 60 days from address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside notification, after which it will be discarded.

  • Page 43: Warranty And Service Contact Information

    Warranty and Service Contact Information Country of M1 Vision Contact Information Address Purchase info@M1DRONES.com M1 DRONES Service Center (Repairs and Repair Requests) 317-537-7644 United States PO Box 36851 M1 DRONES Product Support info@M1DRONES.com of America Indianapolis, IN. 46236 (Product Technical Assistance) info@M1DRONES.com...
  • Page 44 1999/5/EC, EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and LVD Michael Gruener Directive 2006/95/EC: Lead Engineer Signed for and on behalf of: M1 DRONES, LLC M1 DRONES, LLC Indianapolis, IN. USA Jan 1, 2018 Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union This product must not be disposed of with other waste.
  • Page 45 ©2021 M1 DRONES, LLC RV Micro, RV 250, RV1, RV1.5, 3-D printer files, intellectual property, and the M1 Vision LLC logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of M1 Vision LLC. All other trademarks, service marks or logos are property of their respective owners. Patents pending.

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