Whether you are a pilot with some experience flying drones or a distributor trying out an ABZ Innovation drone for the first time, this compact tutorial will help you along your journey. In this section, we focus on guiding you through only what’s vital for using your drone, but there are many hyperlinks embedded throughout the text, leading to more information if you get stuck or just want to learn more. Also, don’t forget that you can always reach out to us at support@abzinnovation.com if you have any questions.

Here's the link to an interactive PILOT that helps you learn the basics of the controller and our drones.

General Guidance and Tips for Learning Our Tools

Learning and using something new can be intimidating, but expert advice can make the process easier. The Training section provides a detailed explanation of how our free online and offline training work, including tips for learning more effectively. Apart from that, we’ve also included some main points to remember throughout your journey of becoming a great pilot of ABZ Innovation drones.

  1. Use our one-pagers to get quick guidance anywhere, even during your operations. You can download them via this link.

    1. Bonus tip: Print our print-friendly version so that you can easily read it outside in the sun.

  2. Take advantage of our free offline and online learning environments, where you are surrounded by experts and interactive learning materials. This includes:

    1. The 5-day training in the ABZ Innovation headquarters,

    2. the online forum, and

    3. Our  learning management system - try our first guide to the MK15 RC and the basic functions of the drone

  3. All of our drones work very similarly. In this guide, we’ll use the MK15 controller for the L10 Pro, but whenever there’s a difference with other drones, we’ll highlight them.

  • Using the Drone for the First Time The first interactive learning materials will be released soon and added here (BETA VERSION).

The ABZ Innovation L10 drone is designed for agricultural spraying, offering precision and efficiency. As a beginner, ensure you are comfortable with the controls and safety procedures before your first flight. Always operate the drone in compliance with local regulations and safety standards. 

  • Before Taking Off

Before every flight:

  • Transport the drone to the right location safely

    • Avoid damage by properly fastening the drone and its accessories to the cart

  • Charge the battery: Ensure the drone battery has at least 80% charge.

  • Unfold the drone

  • Inspect the drone: Check the propellers for damage, ensure cables and connections are secure, and that all components (arms, motors, spray tank) are correctly assembled.

  • Check the remote controller: Turn it on first before connecting the drone's battery, and check for a stable signal.

  • Assess weather conditions: Fly only in good visibility and moderate wind speeds (max. 10 m/s).

  • Calibrate if necessary: Calibrate the compass if instructed by the system.

  • Arming and Taking Off

    • Power on the drone: Ensure the drone is on level ground and away from obstacles.

    • Arming: Move the left stick down-right on the remote until "Armed" appears on the display. This starts the drone's motors.

    • Manual Takeoff: Gently push the left stick upward to lift the drone off the ground. Hold it at least 2 meters above ground for safety reasons.

  • Navigating the Drone in the Air

  • Flight Planning

Before starting a mission, plan your flight. You can manually set up or load a pre-defined mission using shape files. ABZ Control software provides tools for mapping and customizing flight paths.

  • Types of flight planning

    • Manual Marking: Fly the drone or move the remote to mark the field’s boundaries.

    • SHP Files: Load pre-designed shape files for precise flight paths.

  • Drawing Boundaries

At least three corner points are needed to create a boundary for spraying!

  • Manual method: Hover the drone over key points of the area you want to cover and mark each corner (using the "Drone Point" option).

  • Remote method: Alternatively, move the remote controller to the boundary points and mark them.

  • Drawing Obstacles

Mark obstacles within the flight zone to ensure the drone avoids them:

  • Manual method: Fly the drone near the obstacle and mark the points around it.

  • Remote method: You can also mark obstacles using the remote controller, which is similar to how boundaries are marked.

  • Sprayer Settings

Adjust the sprayer settings according to your field conditions and crop requirements:

  • Flight altitude: Set based on crop height and desired spray coverage.

  • Line spacing: Adjust to cover the area efficiently without overlaps.

  • Droplet size: Set according to the needs of the plants (very fine to coarse options).

  • Spray coverage: Define the amount of liquid to be sprayed per hectare.

  • Stb.

  • Disarming and Landing

    • Manual landing: Gently reduce the altitude using the left stick, guiding the drone down slowly.

    • Disarming: Once on the ground, move the left stick down until "Disarmed" appears. The motors will stop completely.

  • After Landing

    • Power down: Turn off the drone by disconnecting the battery, then turn off the remote controller.

    • Clean the drone: Rinse the spray system with clean water, especially after handling chemicals, and wipe down the drone.

    • Inspect: Check the drone for any visible damage or residue after each flight.

    • Fold the drone

  • Maintenance Basics

    • Propeller checks: Regularly inspect for cracks or wear.

    • Battery care: Store batteries at around 60% charge in a cool, dry place. Recharge after extended storage and never let the charge drop too low.

    • Drone cleaning: Always thoroughly clean the drone and spray system after each flight. Ensure no residues are left, especially when using chemicals.

Storage: Store the drone and accessories in a dry, well-ventilated area away from extreme temperatures.

Last modified: Tuesday, 11 February 2025, 7:22 AM