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DOMINATOR HDO
MODEL FSV1122

USER MANUAL

Revision A 04/23/2018

For more product information, please visit:

www.fatshark.com
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Contents
Product Contents .......................................................................................... 4

Controls Diagram .......................................................................................... 5

Headset Operation ........................................................................................ 6

Controls .......................................................................................................... 6

DVR Operation ........................................................................................... 6

AV Cable Pinout ......................................................................................... 8

HDMI Input .................................................................................................. 8

Powering Options ........................................................................................... 8

ezUHF TX/JR Module ................................................................................. 8

Futaba Radio .............................................................................................. 8

1800mA Battery Pack with USB ................................................................ 9

Battery Charging ............................................................................................ 9

Accessories .................................................................................................. 10

Trinity Head Tracker ................................................................................. 10

Receiver Modules (1.3G/2.4G/5.8G) ........................................................ 11

Specifications ............................................................................................... 11

Operational Advice ....................................................................................... 13

Technical Support ........................................................................................ 14

Warranty ....................................................................................................... 16

Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing the Fat Shark HDO modular XGA OLED FPV goggles with an
integrated DVR for analog recording. To ensure continued enjoyment, please take the time to
read through this operating manual thoroughly before flight.
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Product Compatibility
The HDO is designed to adhere to established video standards and is compatible with any
product also adhering to accepted video standards. Due to the high number of different
manufacturers and variation in quality, it’s impossible to for Fat Sbark to have tested every
product combination; as a result, some troubleshooting may be required if mix/matching
components. The Dominator HDO has been thoroughly tested with ImmersionRC gear. For best
results and no compatibility issues, Fat Shark recommends ImmersionRC gear for your
accessory products.

IMPORTANT PRODUCT WARNING

DO NOT LEAVE THE HEADSET EXPOSED TO DIRECT
SUNLIGHT. SUNLIGHT WILL MAGNIFY THROUGH THE
OPTICS AND BURN HOLES IN THE OLED COLOR FILTER
(appears as white open areas).
SCREEN BURN IS NOT COVERED BY THE FAT SHARK
WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP THE GOGGLES IN THE
PROTECTIVE CASE WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Product Contents

Carry Case

Dominator HDO Headset

w/ Face Plate

7.4V, 1800mAh Li-po Battery

w/ USB Charge port
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Control Diagram

Head

Tracker
DVR Brightness(left/right)

start/stop/playback Contrast(forward/back)

control Analog/HDMI Mode(vertical)

Volume Level
Channel Selection

IPD Adjusters

Rec Receiver on/off

Indicator (Power to Rx module)

PS/2 Data Port Earphone Jack
(Head Tracker)

Mini HDMI

port
DVR Micro SD Card Slot

for Analog Recording

(no HD recording)
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Headset Operation

Controls
Brightness/contrast control: pressing left and right increases/decreases display contrast.
Press forward/back increases/decreases brightness.

Display mode selection: Vertically depressing the contrast/brightness button scrolls through
the following modes: Analog 2D/ HDMI 2D. OSD indicates mode.

Channel select: Pressing channel up/down buttons will cause the channel to incrementally
increase/decrease from channels 1 to 8 (see relevant receiver module for channel map). Audio
beep on channel change. A long beep sounds on channel top and bottom limits.

Low battery warning: Audio warning if input voltage drops below 6.8V

Volume control: each press of button increments volume up or down. Standard earphones
can be used with the Dominator HDO

Head tracker: (refer to online Trinity documentation at http://fatshark.helpscoutdocs.com/)

RX power switch: The RX module power is independently controlled via this switch. If a
module is inserted, but desired video source is via the AV cable; the RX module needs to be
turned off to avoid image conflict.

DVR control: Connect AV cable to AV out port on right side of headset. Connect recording
device to cables and set up as per manufacturer directions.

DVR Operation
1. The SD card MUST be formatted before use to ensure stable recording.

2. The DVR is for analog recording only; HD recording is not supported.

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3. Do not place alternative files that you want to keep into the DVR. The DVR may not
recognize the file space and write over your files. Use a dedicated SD card.

Recording:

After powering goggles, turn on DVR by depressing vertically and holding the DVR control
button for one full second (long press).

The red LED should now show solid.

Ensure the SD card is inserted and short press to start recording (the red LED will slowly
FLASH (~2 times/second). Single beep on record start.

Short press again stops recording (turns to solid red LED). Double beep on record stop.

Playback

After turning on DVR and in stop record mode (SOLD RED LED) depress and hold DVR button
for 1 second (long press) to enter menu.

Menu Navigation

Playback (press right to enter)

Now can see: Preview shot with file number

press up/down to change file number

press right to play

Up/down controls playback speed/direction

Right press pause/play

Left press, back to main menu

Format (press right to enter)

Execute (press right)

Record (press right)

Now can see:

default (no recording until press the button to start)

auto start (auto start recording when power on)

auto start continuous (auto start recording when power on and overwrite the file if
space is full)
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press up/down to select the recording mode

press right to enter to confirm

Pressing left from main menu exits menu

AV Cable Pinout
G r ound Video AudR AuL

3.5mm AV Connector: Yellow: Video,

White: Audio Left, Red: Audio Right

HDMI Input
The HDMI port can be connected to HDMI devices via a Mini to Mini HDMI cable (adapters also
included). Best to first connect to the HDMI device then apply the power from the battery (allow
the HDMI device to initiate using power supplied through the cable by the host device before
powering goggles). Disconnect battery when switching between devices to clear the settings.

Note: Most HDMI connectivity issues are due to either incorrect monitor settings or faulty HDMI
cable. Before assuming the HDMI is defective, try with alternative HDMI sources and
alternative cables.

Power Options
If multiple power sources are supplied at same time (i.e. Futaba radio and head strap battery)
the headset will draw power from the highest voltage.

ezUHF TX/JR Module

ImmersionRC’s ezUHF transmitter and JR transmitter module can supply power (and head
tracking control) to the Dominator HDO goggle via a minDIN cable (included with the ezUHF).

Futaba Radio
The Dominator HDO can be powered off a Futaba radio via the Data Cable.

Note: Best to upgrade the Futaba radio to a 3S 2200mAh radio lipo pack for this type of
connection as the headset will cause extra drain on the transmitter battery pack. A normal
NiMh radio battery will not have sufficient battery life for safe flying.
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1800mA Battery Pack With USB

Charging Port
The Fat Shark 1800mAh pack with a row of stylish blue LED
indicators allows you to visually check its remaining
capacity (4 levels) to prevent a sudden power/vision lost.
Large 1800mAh capacity pretty much lets you fly all day. It
seats securely in the headset strap pocket. The soft
silicone battery cable extends out of the top of the pack to
avoid contact with head strap. Barrel connector cable features high strand count wire for
flexibility and long life. Wire stress is minimized by the additional rubber gasket around the
cable exit. Balancing circuit is already built inside (only need to connect a USB cable for
charging)

Battery Charging
This lithium polymer battery pack is equipped with an internal cell balancing circuit that allows
the battery to be charged from standard RC battery chargers.
Supports two ways of charging. Add capacity by charging the smart battery through the
traditional barrel jack (no balance lead required) or via a micro USB cable. setting the charger
for 7.4V, 1800mAh Li-Po, 1A (1C). Some RC chargers require a balance lead connector to be
connected to the charger, or else the charging attempt will result in an error. The balance lead
on the battery is not a true balance lead and is only used for powering the optional fan
faceplate. To charge this battery set your LiPo charger to Fast Charge mode, which usually
disables the balance lead requirement (set at 7.4V – 2cell - maximum 1.8A).

On some LiPo chargers none of the above procedures will work. In that case please contact
support for alternate charging options at: support@fatshark.com

Note: If battery becomes fully discharged or shorted, an internal safety circuit will trip. To reset
the battery, tap 9V direct to the barrel connector via the discharge adapter cable’s banana
connector. This will instantly reset the battery and it can be recharged as normal.

Micro USB cable

Not a true balance lead

-,only used for powering fan
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General Lithium Polymer safety and handling instructions:

• NEVER balance charge this battery.

• NEVER leave a LiPo battery unattended while being charged or discharged
• ALWAYS monitor the battery and charger during the entire charging process.
• ALWAYS charge LiPo batteries in a fireproof location.
• ALWAYS have a lithium approved “class D type” fire extinguisher available.
• NEVER charge LiPo batteries at currents greater than the “1C” rating of the
battery (“C” equals the rated capacity of the battery).
• NEVER continue to charge LiPo batteries if the charger fails to recognize full
charge. Overheating or swelling of the LiPo cells is an indication of a problem and
the battery should be disconnected from the charger immediately and placed in a
fireproof location
• ALWAYS discontinue charging or discharging a LiPo immediately if at any time
you see smoke or the battery starting to swell up and leave it in a safe fireproof
location for approximately 30 minutes.

Accessories
Trinity Head Tracker

Refer to head tracker module manual for up to date and detailed menu setup instructions. For
individual radio setup instructions please visit our head tracking support forum at
www.FPVlab.com Forum: Sponsors Gate/Fat Shark/Head tracker radio support.
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Receiver Modules (1.3G/2.4G/5.8G)

Refer to module manuals for frequency chart.

Diopter Lens
For near sighted users, diopter lens insert sets are available
that include -2, -4 and -6 dpt. Peel off rubber eye cups and
insert into slots seated in front of the lens.

Specifications
Headset Specifications:
Optics:

FOV (field of view): 37 degrees diagonal

Type: Plastic optics

Interpupillary Distance (IPD): 59 to 69 mm (adjustable)

Optional Diopter Lens Inserts: -2, -4, -6 dpt

Display: 1024 X 768 (XGA) OLED

NTCS/PAL auto selecting

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Audio: Stereo

User Controls: Channel Selection

Volume Control

Mode Selection (Wired/Wireless)

Display Control

DVR Control

HT Control

Electrical:

Power Supply: 7 - 13 V (2S/3S supply – fan plate only accepts 2S input)

Power Consumption: 440mA wireless/ 250mA direct mode (no RX)

(@7.4V nominal)

RF Modules (Optional): Infinite channel support on multiple bands

Head Tracker (Optional): Modular (sold separately)

Analog DVR: MicroSD support to 32 GB

Record Rate: 6Mbps (MJPG compression, 30 fps, AVI)

File playback (native recording, no codec support)

Upgradeable via SD card

Battery: 7.4V, 1.8A (13.32Wh)

Interface: 3.5mm AV in/out port

Power in port

3.5mm 3p earphone port

MiniDIN4 data port (head tracking)

MicroSD

Mini HDMI (1080p 50/60 Hz, 4 to 3 display ratio)

RF module port
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Mechanical: Ergonomic molded headset w/ adjustable headband

Dimensions: 169.2 x 80 x 45.5 mm

Weight: 159 g

Package size: 572.5g, 20x 14 x 8.6cm

Operational Advice
 For best performance, select a channel that has the least amount of interference.
While the transmitter is turned OFF, turn on the video headset and look at the screen
as you check each channel. Clear channels will have a consistent static background.
Channels with interference will have horizontal static lines.

 Always perform a range test before flying. This includes AV and RC controls.
Some RC receivers can be affected by the proximity of other electronic devices
particularly the AV TX.

 Try to space out your components as much as possible to avoid interference to your
RC control range (keep stuff away from RX)

 Until experienced, practice flying in a familiar area to avoid becoming disorientated.

 Due to antenna characteristics, there is a “null” in line with antenna direction. You may
experience excessive video breakup when flying overhead

 5.8GHz signal strength drops off very fast (2.4 GHz is more gradual). If using 5.8GHz,
stay safely within solid AV range.

 For maximum distance it is very important that a clear line of sight exists between the
transmitter and the video headset. 2 of the worst causes of interference are human
bodies and reinforced concrete.

 Place your TX antenna in open area in a vertical orientation

 Multipathing (reflections off buildings/ tall objects) causes signal cancellation and
result in broken video. Fly in open areas away from buildings or other tall structures
(i.e. barns, hills).

 The headset may become warm to touch during use particularly in the top center region.
This is normal. If you are unsure, run the headset for 30 minutes fully powered before
flying to ensure normal operation.

 Even if you don’t require any license to operate this device, you are still legally
responsible for operating in a responsible manner.
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Technical Support
Documentation/ troubleshooting: http://fatshark.helpscoutdocs.com/
Forum: www.fpvlab.com (SPONSORS GATE/ FAT SHARK/SUPPORT)

Support:support@fatshark.com

Note support should be attempted in the following manner. Initial enquiries to

Fat Shark support will expect you to have exhausted the online and retailer
resources:
1) Research Fat Shark helpdocs.
2) Research FPV Lab forum for relevant posts.
3) Contact retailer for support.
4) Email Fat Shark support.
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Troubleshooting
Observation Possible Cause/Solution

No image, display is completely - No power supplied. Check power connections.

dark

No image, display is glowing - If using wireless module, turn on RX power on bottom of

dark grey headset.

- If using AV in cable, check video source.

- Ensure TX is on and camera connections solid

Lots of interference lines - Choose a cleaner channel.

(horizontal lines) with 2.4Ghz
receiver - Change to 5.8Ghz AV

- Check correct frequency antenna is used

Poor image, dark or not enough - Adjust display with contrast/brightness button
contrast

Lots of interference lines Check to see if cause is harmonic interference from

(horizontal lines) when using 2.4Ghz RC controller (turn radio on/off).
5.8Ghz receiver
- Use CH1 on TX/headset (Ch1 not affected by 2.4Ghz)
- check correct frequency antenna is used

Head tracker not working - Ensure module pins are aligned correctly into headset
socket
(no response or beeping)

Short range - Ensure correct antenna are installed

- Check for other sources of interference

- Ensure transmitter has clear LOS to headset. Test in

wide open area, away from any obstructions

Short range (con’t) - Ensure that a compatible antenna is installed. 2.4Ghz

must use a 2.4Ghz antenna and 5.8Ghz must use a
5.8Ghz antenna

- do not use other manufacture antenna, they may be

dual band or may be reverse SMA (no center pin to
connect to receiver)

White dots on LCD display You were careless and left goggles exposed to sun. Sun
burnt off LCD color filter.
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Lens fogs up Cooler optical lens are heated by your humid face
causing condensation.

- Power anti-fog mini fan on faceplate from headset

battery, each time press the button can run 8-10m.

Head tracker does not work - Radio doesn’t support selective trainer function
(can enter menu) - Settings incorrect
- Trainer switch on RC controller not activated

- In Pause mode

Head tracker drifts or has - Operating inside so compass sensor not correct (use
excessive error correction outside)
(jumpy) - RC radio interfering with compass sensor (keep RC
controller antenna away from headset
- Standing near large metal object (such as a car)

Warranty
The system can be exchanged for a new unit within 7 days for any manufacturing defects if
returned in new condition. The video headset will be warranted for repair for 2 years if no signs
of excessive use. Buyer will be responsible for shipping costs. If beyond the warranty period
we will provide repair services.