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《User Manual》

H501A

PLEASE READ THE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.

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2.Quad + Phone +Relay

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3.Quad + Transmitter

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 Caution:
For safety, the quadcopter is default set to CAN NOT FLY WHEN NO GPS. If you prefer to
fly when GPS is not available, please reset the value as instructed below before using.
Pull the throttle stick to the lowest position and press the Elevator stick for 1.5 seconds to
enter into the MAIN MENU interface. Push the Elevator stick up/down to select “Fly When
no GPS”, push the stick right to enter into the “ Fly When no GPS” interface, select “YES”.
The Default Setting is “NO”.Select “Exit” to exit.

Compass calibration is required after the binding as instructed on the

transmitter.
1 ) Horizontally rotate the X4 in a clockwise direction when the LCD screen shows “Calib
compass 1”
2 ) Put the X4 nose down and vertically rotate it in a clockwise direction when the LCD screen
shows “Calib compass 2”
3 ) Calibration is completed when the 4 LED indicators remain solid.

Put当遥控器显示屏显示
the X4 nose down and vertically
当显示屏显示“Calibrate compass 1” 
Horizontally rotate the X4 in a
rotate it in a clockwise direction
clockwise direction when the LCD “Calibrate compass 2” 时。
时请水平旋转飞行器“
screen shows “Calib compass 1” when the LCD screen shows “Calib
请垂直旋转飞行器
compass 2”

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Important safety notes
Operation: Be extremely careful and responsible when using the quad. Small electronic
components can be damaged due to crashes or exposure to water. To avoid any injuries, do
not use the quad with broken or damaged components.

Maintenance: Do not try to fix the quad yourself, please contact authorized distributors for
service. For more information, please visit the official website at www.hubsan.com.

Battery: Battery: Do not store the battery in high temperature area (60 ℃ or higher).
Using a Hubsan dedicated charger for recharging.
Keep the batteries away from children.
Keep the batteries dry.

- Do not fly the quad in a crowded area, always be aware of the safety of yourself and others.
- Do not fly in bad weather condition.
- Do not try to catch the quadcopter while it is still in flight.
- This product is intended for experienced pilots over the age of 14.
- Remove the battery when it is not in use, to avoid accidental injuries.
- Keep your body away from the propellers after powered on. High speed propellers are very
dangerous.

Read the Disclaimer first before use.

※Symbol explanation
No operating Important Notice Instruction Explanation, reference

USAGE ADVICE
Hubsan provides you with two files for your quad:
1.《Disclaimer》
2.《Quick Start Guide》
Watch the tutorial video and read the Disclaimer first,.
For detail information, please download User Manual at www.hubsan.com.

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Safety Advisory Notice for Lithium-Polymer (LIPO) Batteries LiPo batteries are different from
conventional batteries in that their chemical contents are encased in a relatively lightweight
foil packaging. This has the advantage of significantly reducing their weight but it does make
them more susceptible to damage if roughly or inappropriately handled. As with all batteries,
there is a risk of fire or explosion if safety practices are ignored:

● If you do not plan to fly the quad for a long time, store the battery approximately 50%
charged to maintain battery performance and battery life.
● Please use Hubsan chargers for battery charging.
● Discharging the battery within 5C current , do not over-discharging.
● Do not charge on carpet to avoid fire.
● Batteried need to be recharged if not in use for over 3 months.

1.Charge and store LiPo batteries in a location where a battery fire or explosion
(including smoke hazard) will not endanger life or property.
2.Keep LiPo batteries away from children and animals.
3.Never charge the LiPo battery that has ballooned or swelled.
4.Never charge the LiPo battery that has been punctured or damaged.
5.After a crash, inspect the battery pack for signs of damage. Discard in accordance
with your country’s recycling laws.
6.Never charge the LiPo battery in a moving vehicle.
7.Never overcharge the LiPo battery.
8.Never leave the LiPo battery unattended during recharging
9.Do not charge LiPo batteries near flammable materials or liquids.
10.Ensure that charging leads are connected correctly. Reverse polarity charging can
lead to battery damage or a fire or explosion.
11.Have a suitable fire extinguisher (electrical type) OR a large bucket of dry sand near
the charging area . Do not try to extinguish electrical (LiPo) battery fires with water.
12.Reduce risks from fire/explosion by storing and charging LiPo batteries inside a
suitable container.
13.Protect your LiPo battery from accidental damage during storage and transportation.
(Do not put battery packs in pockets or bags where they can short circuit or can come
into contact with sharp or metallic objects.).
14.If your LiPo battery is subjected to a shock (such as a crash), place it in a metal
container and observe for signs of swelling or heating for at least 30 minutes.
15.Do not attempt to disassemble or modify or repair the LiPo battery.

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Contents
7.3.2 COMPASS CALIBRATION 13
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES 1
7.4 FLY WITH TRANSMITTER 13
SYMBOL EXPLANATION 1 7.4.1 BIND THE QUAD WITH
TRANSMITTER 13
USAGE ADVICE 1
7.4.2 COMPASS CALIBRATION 13
INTRODUCTION 4 7.4.3 HORIZONTAL CALIBRATION 14
1.ITEMS INCLUDED IN THE BOX 4 7.4.4 ROTATION CALIBRATION 15
7.4.5 START/ STOP THE MOTORS 15
2QUAD COPTER 5
7.4.6 BASIC FLIGHT 15
2.1QUAD COPTER MOTOR LED INDICATOR
5 8 ADVANCED PERFORMANCE SETUP
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3QUAD COPTER BATTERY 5
8.1 REVERSING CHANNEL SETUP 17
3.1INTRODUCTION 5
8.2 SENSITIVITY SET UP 17
3.2INSTALL THE BATTERY 5
8.3 HEADLESS MODE 18
3.3CHARGING 6
8.4 FOLLOW ME MODE 18
4PROPELLERS 6
8.5 HOME MODE 19
4.1INTRODUCTION 6
8.6 EXIT HOME MODE 19
4.2 INSTALLING THE PROPELLERS 6
9 FAILSAFE MODE 20
4.3 REMOVING THE PROPELLERS 7
5 X-Hubsan App 7 H501A TROUBLESHOOTING
6 TRANSMITTER 7 20
6.1 INTRODUCTION 7 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 22
6.1.1 TRANSMITTER KEY FUNCTION 8
H501A Spare Part Chart 23
6.1.2 INSTALL THE TRANSMITTER BATTERY
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6.1.3 TRANSMITTER STICK CALIBRATION
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6.1.4 ADJUSTABLE 5.8GHZ FREQUENCY
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6.1.5 ANTENNA INSTRUCTION 12
7 START TO FLY 12
7.1 FLIGHT ENVIRONMENT 12
7.2 SAFETY CHECK BEFORE FLIGHT 12
7.3 FLY WITH APP 13
7.3.1 CONNECT THE QUADCOPTER WITH APP
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Introduction
Thank you for buying the HUBSAN product. It is designed as an easy-to-use, multi-functional
RC model, capable of hovering and acrobatic flight maneuvers. Please read the manual
carefully and follow all the instructions. Be sure to keep the manual for future reference.

FPV：FFirst Person View，this feature enables you to experience every live moment of
the flight from the drone's point of view.

1. Items included in the box

S/N Part Name Photos Qty Remarks

Equipped with GPS and

1 Quad copter 1PC compass

Propeller A 4pcs, Propeller

2 Propellers 2Sets
B 4pcs

3 Li-Po battery 1PC For quad copter

For recharging the

4 Balance Charger 1PC
LiPo battery

5 Adapter 1PC 110v-220v

6 Propeller Wrench 1PC For removing propellers

《Disclaimer》
7 User Manual 2PCS 《Quick Start Guide》

8 Relay HT005 1PC Use with X-Hubsan APP

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2.Quadcopter

1 Propeller B 2 Propeller A 3 Motor 4 LED Light 5 Upper Body Shell

6 Lower Body Shell 7 1080P Camera 8 Battery Compartment 9 TF Slot
[10] Rubber Feet

2.1 Quadcopter motor LED indicator

Front LED is blue; Back LED is red.
1.Power on: 4 LED indicators blink simultaneously.
2.Compass Calibration:
1). Horizontal calibration: 4 LED indicators blink circularly.
2). Vertical calibration: 4 LED indicators blink alternately .
3.Quadcopter Horizontal Calibration: 4 LED indicators blink slowly.
4.Quadcopter Rotation Calibration: 4 LED indicators blink circularly.
5.GPS Flight: 4 LED indicators will remain solid.
6.Low Voltage Return : 2 front LED indicators remain solid, and 2 back LED indicators blink
quickly.
7.Signal Lost: 2 front LED indicators blink alternately, 2 back LED indicators remain solid.
8.LED indicators can be turned off by long pressing the lower throttle trim on the transmitter.

3Quadcopter battery
Please make sure the battery is fully
3.1 Introduction charged before the first time use.

The quadcopter battery is a rechargeable Li-Po battery with 2700mAh capacity and 7.4V
voltage.The battery should only be charged with Hubsan charger to avoid overcharge.

3.2 Installing the battery

Push the battery into the battery compartment (as shown below) and connect the battery
cable with the correct polarity then close the battery compartment cover.

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3.3 Charging
Connect the battery to the balance charger and the wall charger. The left LED indicator on the
balance charger will remain red and the right LED indicator will remain off when charging. The
battery is fully charged when the right LED indicator turns green.
It takes approximately 180 minutes to fully charge the battery.
Please take off the charger and the battery when the battery is fully charged.

Make sure the battery is fully charged before every flight.

4 Propellers
4.1 Introduction
The quadcopter uses 7.3 inches propellers which are marked by A and B.
Propellers are consumables, please replace with new ones if there is any damage.

Propeller A Propeller B

Diagram

Installation Position

LOCK: In this direction, tighten the propeller onto the motor shaft
Symbol explanation
UNLOCK: In this direction, remove the propeller from the motor shaft

4.2 Installing the propellers

Install the propellers to the corresponding motors that are marked with A and B, tighten the
propellers and keep the motors deadlocked with the U wrench.

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4.3 Removing the propellers
Hold the motor with the wrench, then spin the
propellers in the indicated unlock direction.

● Make sure that the A and B propellers are

installed correctly. The X4 will not fly if propellers
are improperly installed.
● Keep the moving propellers away from your
body as well as other people and any obstacles.

5 X-Hubsan App
Hubsan designed an APP to go with the new X-Hubsan H501A. Users can use the APP to
control the quad, take picture/videos and set the parameters of the quad. It is recommended
to fly the quad within 100 meters and use smart devices with larger screen for the best visual
experience.

6 Transmitter
6.1 Introduction
Hubsan H901A is a multi-functional FPV transmitter with 3.7inch LCD screen and 5.8G live
stream.
Recommended maximum flight distance: 300m.
Camera Status Recording time
拍摄状态
(Video/Photo)
（拍照-录像切换） 录像时间 MicroSD卡 SD Card

Quad copter's battery voltage

飞行器电压 Transmitter's battery voltage
遥控器电压

飞行器机头方向角度
Quad copter's head data

Quad飞行器左右倾斜角度
copter's roll
Quad飞行器俯仰倾斜角度
copter's pitch

Quad copter's speed

速度

Quad copter's distance

距离

Quad copter's altitude

高度

Quad copter's GPS signal strength Longitude & Latitude

经纬度
飞行器GPS信号量
遥控器GPS信号量
Transmitter's GPS signal strength

Altitude Hold

Flight Mode Status:

显示飞行模式：Altitude Hold、GPS Hold、ReturnHome、Follow Mode

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6.1.1 Transmitter key function

17 2.4G Antenna
13 GPS Switch 18 5.8G Antenna
14 Home switch
12 Headless mode switch
15 Follow Me switch
11 T1 11 T2
16 LCD
19 Strap fastener
(2)Elevator/Rudder stick (1)Throttle/Aileron stick

7 Photo/EXIT button 8 Video/ENTER button

3 Rudder trim button 4 Aileron trim button
5 Throttle trim button
6Elevator trim button
10 Up 10 Down

MODE 1

17 2.4G Antenna
13 GPS Switch 18 5.8G Antenna
12 Headless mode switch 14 Home switch
15 Follow Me switch
11 T1 11 T2
16 LCD
19 Strap fastener
1Throttle/Rudder stick 2Elevator/Aileron stick

7 Photo/EXIT button 8 Video/ENTER button

3 Rudder trim button 4 Aileron trim button

6Throttle trim button 5Throttle trim button

10 Up 10 Down

MODE 2

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S/N Mode/ Control Function

Push the stick forward or backward and the quadcopter will

1 Throttle/Rudder stick ascend or decend; Push the stick left or right and the quadcopter
will rotate in counter clockwise or in clockwise

Push the stick forward or backward and the quadcopter will fly
2 Elevator/Aileron stick forward or backward;Push the stick left or right and the quadcopter
will fly left or right
Push the stick forward or backward and the quadcopter will
(1) Throttle/Aileron stick ascend or decend; Push the stick left or right and the quadcopter
will fly left or right.
Push the stick forward or backward and the quadcopter will fly
(2) Elevator/Rudder stick forward or backward;Push the stick left or right and the quadcopter
will rotate in counter clockwise or in clockwise.

3 Rudder trim button Rudder trim adjusts for drift of left and right rotation or yaw.

4 Aileron trim button Aileron trim adjusts for left and right drift.

5 Throttle trim button Throttle trim is normally at the center.

6 Elevator trim button Elevator trim adjusts for forward and backward drift.

Long press to exit Main Menu

7 Photo/EXIT button Short press to take photo

Long press to enter Main Menu

8 Video/ENTER button Short press to take video

9 Power Switch Push to ON to turn on the transmitter. Push to OFF to turn off.

10 Up/Down To select settings.

11 T1、T2 No Function

Push up to enter headless mode;

12 Headless mode switch Push down to exit headless mode.

13 Push up to activate GPS function;

GPS Switch
Push down to disactivate GPS function.

Push up to turn on automatic return home;

14 Home Switch
Push down to exit.

15 Follow Me Switch Push the switch up, the follow me function will be activated

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16 LCD Display flight data and live stream

17 2.4G Antenna Transmit control signals

18 5.8G Antenna Receive the video transmission

19 Strap fastener To fasten the strap on tansmitter

6.1.2 Install the transmitter battery

AA AA

AA AA
AA AA
AA AA

Install 8 x AA batteries Close the cover

Remove the cover according to the correct polarities

Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix different types of batteries

6.1.3 Transmitter stick calibration

Mode 1: Push the left stick to the upper left corner and the right stick to the upper right
corner then power on the transmitter simultaneously, Rotate both sticks in circles for three
times when the LCD screen displays“Calibrate Stick”then release both sticks and press“Exit”
until one beep sound is made, indicating a successful calibration.

Mode 2: Push both sticks to the upper left corner then power on the transmitter
simultaneously. Rotate both sticks in circles for three times when the LCD screen displays
“Calibrate Stick” then release both sticks and press “Exit” until one beep sound is made,
indicating a successful calibration.

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左手油门
Mode 2
Mode 2/Mode1
左手油门/右手油门

右手油门
Mode 1

右手油门/左手油门
Mode 2/Mode1

The transmitter mode can be shifted according to the above operation.

6.1.4 Adjustable 5.8GHz frequency

The transmitter will automatically find the best frequency to ensure a good quality live video.
When necessary, adjust the 5.8GHz frequency for a better video transmission.
To adjust 5.8GHz frequency:
Pull the throttle stick down to the lowest position and long press the ‘Enter’ button to
open the ‘Main Menu’ interface. Use the Up/Down keys to select 5.8G frequency then
press ‘Enter’ and switch between different frequency with Up and Down keys. Long press
the ‘Exit’ button to save the new setting and exit.

Set reverse + Set reverse +

Set sensitive + Set sensitive +
Manual mode OFF Manual mode OFF
Plane type Aircraft Plane type Aircraft
Expert mode Yes Expert mode Yes
Stick mode 2 Stick mode 2

5.8G frequence 5.8G frequence

5725 MHz

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6.1.5 Antenna instruction

For maximum communication range, the 2.4G antenna should point skyward without
obstructions in between; the 5.8G antenna should be bent vertically and have the side with
‘Hubsan’ logo pointing at the quadcopter. The maximum range of the video transmission
is approximately 300 meters.

7 Start to fly
In case of any injuries caused by improper operations, it is recommended that beginners
learn to operate the quadcopter under the guidance of an experienced user. It is also very
important to choose a proper flight environment.

7.1 Flight environment

(1) The flying area should be wide open and should be without any tall buildings, otherwise
the GPS may not work.
(2) Do not fly in bad weather condition such as windy, snowy, rainy or foggy weathers.
(3) Avoid flying near obstacles, crowds, power cables, trees and water.
(4) Do not fly near any radio towers or airports.
(5) The quad will not work in the Antarctic Circle or the Arctic Circle.
(6) Obey the local laws and regulations, do not fly in restricted areas.
(7) Only fly in good weather conditions and between the temperature of 0-40℃ .

High Tension Line Airport Interference Bad Weather

7.2 Safety check before flight

(1) Make sure the batteries are fully charged. (Quad,transmitter or smart device)
(2) Make sure propellers are installed properly.
(3) Insert Micro-SD card for pictures and videos.
(4) Check if motors work well after binding.
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7.3 Fly with App
APP flight is only availabe when fly in outdoors.

7.3.1 Connect the Quadcopter with App

1.Power on the quad;
2.Search for WI-FI on devices:
For iPhone or iPad, please select【 Settings 】>Wi-Fi;
For Android system,please select【 Settings 】>WLAN> W-Fi.
3.Click HUBSAN_H501A_XXXXXX,and password is 12345678.The password cannot be changed
by user.
4.Connection completed
5.Open X-Hubsan APP, choose Hubsan H501A to enter into the user interface for flight.
NOTICE：
For safety,please don't use the smart device for other purposes while it is connecting with Hubsan App.
If you want to control the quad with other devices, please restart the quad.

7.3.2 Compass Calibration

Compass calibration is required before the first flight, otherwise the compass may not work
properly. The compass is very sensitive to the electromagnetic interference which can create
false compass data and lead to poor flight performance or even flight failure. Calibrate the
compass regularly can help to provide the optimal performance of the quad.

7.4 Fly with transmitter

7.4.1 Bind the quad with transmitter
The binding process is completed in the factory.
For re-binding, press Enter button and power on the transmitter simultaneously until “Bind
to Plane” is displayed, then power on the drone and place it very close to the transmitter, the
binding process will be completed after one “beep” sound.
If the binding failed, please power off the drone and repeat the above steps.
7.4.2 Compass calibration
Compass calibration is required before the first flight, otherwise the compass may not work
properly. The compass is very sensitive to the electromagnetic interference which can create
false compass data and lead to poor flight performance or even flight failure. Calibrate the
compass regularly can help to provide the optimal performance of the quad.
Do not calibrate the compass in a strong magnetic field
Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you while calibrating the compass,
such as keys, cell phones, etc.

Compass calibration procedures:

1) Pull the left stick to the left side, and move the right stick from left to right quickly and
repeat until the transmitter displays “Calib compass1”, and the 4 LED indicators blink
circularly.
2) Horizontally rotate the X4 in a clockwise direction until the LCD screen shows “Calib
compass 2”, and the 4 LED indicators blink alternately.
3) Put the X4 nose down and vertically rotate it in a clockwise direction until the “Calib
compass 2” disappears.
4) Calibration is completed when the 4 LED indicators remain solid.
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Move the right stick left to right

左右拨动右边摇杆，直到遥控器
Pull the left stick to the
左边摇杆向左打到最大量程 quickly, the LCD screen displays
left side 提示“calibrate compass 1”
“Calib compass 1”
左右来回拨动右边摇杆，直到
左边摇杆向左打到最大量程
左边摇杆向左打到最大量程 遥控器显示“calib compass1”

开始
START

开始
左右来回拨动右边摇杆，直到
左边摇杆向左打到最大量程
左边摇杆向左打到最大量程 遥控器显示“calib compass1”

开始

机头朝下垂直旋转飞机直到 水平旋转飞机直到遥控器
Put the X4 “calib compass
nose down
机头朝下垂直旋转飞机直到
2”消失
and vertically 显示“calib
Horizontally rotatecompass
水平旋转飞机直到遥控器显示 the X4 in 2”
a
rotate it in a clockwise direction until clockwise direction until the LCD
“calibrate compass 2”消失 “calibrate compass 2”
the “Calib compass 2” disappears. screen shows“Calib compass 2”

校准成功
水平旋转飞机直到遥控器
校准成功
Calibration
投准成功
completed
机头朝下垂直旋转飞机直到
“calib compass 2”消失 显示“calib compass 2”

校准成功

7.4.3 Horizontal calibration

Horizontal calibration is required when the quadcopter drifts during flight.

Please follow the calibrating procedures:

1) Push the left stick to the most right side, and move the right stick from left to right
quickly until the 4 LED indicators blink slowly
2) Calibration is completed whrn the 4 LED indicators stop blinking.

Push the left stick to Move the right stick

the most right side from left to right quickly
Complete

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7.4.4 Rotation calibration
Rotation calibration is required when the quadcopter yaw during flight.

Please follow the calibrating procedures:

1) Push the left stick up, and move the right stick from left to right quickly until the 4 LED
indicators blink slowly ;
2) When the 4 LED indicators blink circularly, horizontally rotate the X4 in a clockwise
direction until the 4 LED indicators remain solid temporarily;
3) The 4 LED indictors will blink circularly again, repeat step 2 to rotate the X4;
4) Calibration is completed whrn the 4 LED indicators stop blinking.

Move the right stick from left

快速上下拨动右边摇杆直到航向灯
左边摇杆向上打到最大量程
Push the left stick up to
慢闪
right quickly until the 4
LED indicators blink slowly

Start
开始

Continue to horizontally rotate

重复上述动作直到航向灯变为 Horizontally rotate the X4 in a
当航向灯循环环形闪烁时，水平
the长亮
X4 in a clockwise direction clockwise direction
旋转飞行器直到航向灯变为慢闪

Complete
投准成功

7.4.5 Start/stop the motors

Pull both sticks to the lower outer corner as shown
on the picture to start or stop the motors.
Push the throttle stick up slowly to take off;
Push the throttle stick down slowly to land.
Caution:
Keep the moving propellers away from your body
as well as other people and any obstacles.
Do not let go of the controller until the motors have fully stopped.
Do not stop the motors during the flight to avoid crashing,
unless for emergency.
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7.4.6 Basic flight
The operations of the controller are based on Mode 2.
The left stick controls the altitude and rudder of quadcopter, and the right stick controls
its forward, backward, left and right flight.

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Transmitter
Transmitter Mode 22
Mode X4
X4 Remarks
Remarks
Up
The throttle stick controls the ascent and
descent .
Push up the stick and the X4 will ascend.
Pull down the stick and the X4 will descend.
When the stick is in the center, the X4 will
hover and hold its alititude automatically .
Move the throttle stick above the center
position to take off. (Move the stick
gradually to prevent the X4 from ascending
Down too quickly.)

Right rotation
The Rudder stick controls the direction.
Push the stick left and the X4 will rotate
counter-clockwise Push the stick right and
the X4 will rotate clockwise When the stick
is in center,the X4 rotation angle is zero and
doesn't rotate.
A harder push in either direction will cause
the X4 to rotate faster in the corresponding
Left rotation direction.

Forward
The Elevator stick moves the X4 forward and
backward.
Push the stick up the and the X4 will fly forward;
Pull the stick down and the X4 and backward.
When the stick is in center, the aircraft will
hold its position.
The degree of stick movement corresponds to
the degree of tilt and flying speed.

Backward

The Aileron stick controls left and right flight.

Push the stick left and the X4 will fly left
Push the stick right and the X4 will fly right
The X4 should be horizontal and unmoving at
center stick.
The flight speed and tilt angle are linked to the
Left Right
distance pressed on the sticks.

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Transmitter
Transmitter Mode 22
Mode X4
X4 Remarks
Remarks

The GPS Switch is position-hold function

switch.
position 1 (upward) position 2 (downward)
In position 1 (up), the GPS functions are
active.
In position 2 (down), the GPS functions are
deactivated.
[GPS] [Home]

[SA] [SB]

The Home Switch is used to the turn on/off

automatic return function.
Up (Position 1) activates the Home function.
Down (Position 2) deactivates the Home
function.

8 Advanced performance setup

8.1 Reversing channel setup
If you would like to reverse any of the stick functions due to personal preference, then follow
the instructions below. Be aware that this will reverse the control commands.
Pull the throttle stick down to the lowest position and long press the ‘Enter’ button to
open the ‘Main Menu’ interface. Use the Up/Down keys to select ‘Set reverse’ and use
‘Enter’ button to switch between modes. Long press ‘Exit’ button to save and exit.

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8.2 Sensitivity setup

If you would like to adjust the sensitivity of any stick functions, then follow the instructions
below.
Pull the throttle stick down to the lowest position and long press the ‘Enter’ button to
open the ‘Main Menu’ interface. Use the Up/Down keys to select ‘Set sensitive’ and use
‘Enter’ button to switch between ‘Expert mode’ and ‘Normal Mode’. Long press ‘Exit’
button to save and exit.

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8.3 Headless mode

Headless mode means the X4 will default the current head direction as its head when enter
into the headless mode.

Push the A switch up to enter Headless mode and push the A switch down to cancel Headless
mode.
The Head data displays in red when the quad copter enters into headless mode.
The Head data displays in green when the quad copter exits headless mode.

8.4 Follow me mode

The transmitter has a built-in GPS module. The Follow Me mode only works when both
the quadcopter and the transmitter have 6 or more GPS satellites.

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Push the B switch up to enter Follow Me mode and push the B switch down to cancel Follow
Me mode.
When the switch is pushed up, the screen will display ‘Follow Mode’ in green and the
quadcopter will turn and have the camera pointing at the transmitter. Only the throttle stick
will still function under Follow Me mode.

8.5 Home mode

The Return to Home mode will only work when both the quadcopter and the transmitter
have 6 or more satellites.

Enter into home mode

Push both the GPS switch and Home switch up to activate Return to Home mode on the
quadcopter.
The flight control system will control the quadcopter to fly back to the takeoff point and land
automatically.

8.6 Exit home mode

The home point is the location where the quadcopter receives the 6th satellite while the motors
are armed

Push the Home switch down to exit return to home mode.

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9 Failsafe mode
The quadcopter will enter Failsafe mode when the connection between the transmitter is lost
or when the power is low. The flight control system will control the quadcopter to return to the
Home Point and land automatically. The Failsafe mode helps to avoid injuries or damages.

Conditions that will activate Failsafe mode

(1) Transmitter is powered off.
(2) The flight distance is over the signal transmission range of the transmitter.
(3) The signal of the transmitter was interrupted by some other strong electronic interference.

Home Point is recorded when the quadcopter receives the 6th satellite while the motors
are armed.

To ensure that the X4 can return safely to its Home Point, fly the X4 in a safe to fly area.
If there are GPS satellites drops below 6 or less for more than 20 seconds while the X4
is returning home, the X4 will descend automatically.
The X4 cannot avoid obstacles automatically while in Failsafe mode.
If the power is low, please land the quadcopter in case of any damages.

H501A TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Transmitter and X4 do not pair
1) Check if the transmitter and the X4 are both power on or not.
2) Re-pair by the following steps 1 Power off the transmitter.
2 Press the camera function key and power on the transmitter till “Bing to plane” displays
on the LCD screen.
3 Face the X4’s bottom to the transmitter’s LCD screen very closely and power on the X4,
hold 5 seconds till the pair is finished.
2. Cannot Unlock the propellers
1) Make sure the X4 is finished the compass calibration.
2) Make sure the Home switch is in the downward position.
3) Make sure the sticks are all in the center positions.
3. Cannot Search GPS Signals
Make sure not fly indoor or fly surround by buildings.
Make sure fly in outdoor and in an open field and void of obstacles, tall building or steel
structures.

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4. No Video or Video is Under Strong Interference

1)Check if any strong interference sources around or not
2)Check if the frequencies of the X4 and the transmitter are under cross interference or
not. (If so,please re-pair the X4 and the transmitter)
5. Cannot Hover
Check if the barometric parameters displayed on the transmitter are correct or not.
Check if the sticks are in the center position or not. (If not, please push the sticks to the
centerpositions)
6. Cannot Flight In a Set-Waypoint
Make sure the GPS switch is in upper position.
Make sure the GPS satellites are up to 6 or above.
Make sure all the sticks are in the center positions, except the throttle stick.
7. Follow Mode Function Not Work
Make sure the GPS and follow mode switches are in upper positions.
Make sure the GPS satellites are up to 6 or above.
Make sure all the sticks are in the center positions, except the throttle stick.
Make sure 5 meters at least between the X4 and the transmitter.

8. Cannot fly back to Home Point!

Be sure the GPS satellites are more than 6 before flying.

9. GPS signal lost!

Check if there is any interference to quad or not, for example: high-tension cables, radio
tower.

10. The quad or video shakes while flying

① Check the propellers, replace propellers if there is any brok en or deformed;
② Check the screws on quadcopter are fixed in place or not;
③ Check the motor shaft is broken or not.

11. Cannot take pictures or videos!

① Check if the Micro-SD card is inserted or not.
② Check if the Micro-SD card is formatted correctly or not (For mat the Mirco-SD card before
use, if the Micro-SD card is with FAT32, the card should be Cla ss 4 or Class 4+)

12. Cannot connect with Wi-Fi

Restart the quadcopter.

13. If you want to use the relay during flight, please unbind the quadcopter with the APP,
otherwise the relay cannot be connected.

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SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Red Red

Black & White Black & White

Red
Black
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Black
Yellow Black
Yellow

Red Black

Black & White

Black & White
Black
Red

Yellow
Black
Black
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Red Black
Yellow

Red
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H501A Spare Part Chart

H501A-01 H501S-01 H501S-17 H501S-03

Body Shell- Black Body Shell- White Eye Lampshade Canopy

H501S-18 H109-04 H501S-04 H501S-05

Motor LED Lampshade Rubber Feet Screw Propeller A- Gold
A/B

H501S-05B H501S-06 H501S-06B H501S-07

Propeller A- Black Propeller B- Gold Propeller B- Black Brushless Motor A

H501S-08 H501S-19 H501C-10 H501A-02

Brushless Motor B ESC LED PCBA(Blue/Red) Flight Control PCBA

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H501A-03 H501A-05 H501S-13 H501S-14

5 . 8 G Tr a n s m i s s i o n GPS Module Compass Module Li-Po Battery
Module

H501C-02 H501S-27 H301S-12 H501S-16

Battery Cover H906A TX Balance Charger Propeller Wrench

H501S-25 H501S-26 H501A-04 H301S-11

H901A TX Li-Po Battery USB Cable HT005 Relay Adapter

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