Start-Up Procedure | How to Power ON the ALTA X Tether System

How to Power ON the EON800 Tether Drone System for ALTA X

Before proceeding with the Start-Up Procedure, it's assumed the user has completed the EON800 Installation Guide and Setup Guide.

Step A: Power on the Tether Ground Station:

Instructions

1. Power ON the Generator.

2. Turn ON the EON800 Tether Ground Station (TGS) by PRESSING the Power Button.

How to Turn on the Tether Ground Station (TGS)

Step B: Start-up the EON800 Tether Ground Station

Instructions

1. After turning on the TGS, the Start-up Screen will appear with an EON800 logo.

2. The Start-up Screen will display for 10 seconds, and then transitioning into the Manual Confirmation Screen.

3. The Start-up Screen can be skipped by PRESSING the Centre Function Key.

4. The BIOS Settings can be accessed and altered by simultaneously holding both the Left and Right Function Keys for 3 seconds.

3. PRESS the Centre Function Key to skip BIOS

4. Access Tether Ground Station BIOS Settings

Step C: Manual Confirmation Screen

The Manual Confirmation Screen contains a QR code to access this manual.

Instructions

1. To confirm that you have read and understand the Operator's Manual, PRESS the Right Function Key and proceed to the Warning and Drone Boot prompt.

Manual Confirmation Screen

Step D: Warning and Drone Boot Prompt

Instructions

1. Read and acknowledge warning: Improper operation of the EON800 Tether System may cause injury or death.

2. After acknowledging the warning, if you proceed, you will be prompted to initiate the Drone's Start-up Procedure.

Failure to operate any component of the EON800 system according to the provided instructions may result in serious injury or death.

Step E: Plug-in Drone Batteries to Boot Drone

Be careful that the balance leads are plugged in in the correct orientation. Attempting to plug in the balance leads backwards could cause a short circuit and damage.

Always plug in the balance leads before the main leads.

When plugging the main battery leads in, always plug the connectors all the way in swiftly. Leaving the connectors partially connected for too long can damage the antispark resistor built into the connector

If a spark, or cracking noise, occurs when plugging in the main battery leads, the anti spark on the battery connector is damaged. Replace this connector to avoid repeated sparks.

Instructions

1. Position yourself by the ALTA X.

2. Plug in the Drone Balance leads into the two balance connectors on the APU adapter plate.

3. PLUG the Drone Batteries into the two panel-mounted XT-90 connectors on the APU adapter plate. Plug them all the way in, swiftly.

4. Once the drone is connected to the Drone Batteries, the Drone will automatically boot up. Return to the Tether Ground Station (TGS).

LiPo Drone Batteries plugging into the ALTA X panel-mounted XT-90 inputs

Step F: Initialize Drone Startup and Telemetry

Instructions

1. Wait approximately 10 seconds for the drone to complete its boot process and telemetry startup.

2. Press and HOLD the Center Function Key on the TGS for 1 second.

Warning Confirmation and Initialisation Screen

In case of any issues, the screen will show the reason for not entering standby mode, along with multiple pages accessible through the left and right function keys. These pages provide information on possible causes and fixes. (Refer to the Troubleshooting section for detailed solutions.)

Step G: Standby Mode & Activating HV

Warning: Ensure all persons are outside of the drone zone, are warned that the HV will be activated, and instructed to remain clear.

Instructions

1. The TGS will display the standby screen if no issues are detected

2. Flip UP the RED HV Switch to activate the high voltage power system. Caution: Prior to activating the high voltage power system, ensure all safety protocols are followed.

3. The TGS Screen will change to the energized screen. This screen displays current draw, voltage level, internal APU temperature, and current aircraft altitude.

4. The TGS is now supplying HV power to the aircraft, enabling you to launch the ALTA X and proceed with Operating Procedures.

Default Energized Screen

Ensure that you have thoroughly read and understood the entire manual before operating the tethered drone system. Refer to the troubleshooting section for assistance with any issues that may arise during system setup or operation.