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Ligh-T

 User Manual 

 

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Flight Precautions 

16.

 

Ensure that all parts of Ligh-T are in good conditions before each flight. Do not fly with broken 
or damaged parts. 

17.

 

Make sure that all Ligh-T output signals are in proper working order before use. 

18.

 

Ensure that your Power Supply Unit (PSU) has an inverter regulated output and is adapted to 
your drone power consumption and your forecast time of flight. We recommend using units 
with that deliver 230V and 16A with a frequency of 50Hz.  

19.

 

Never use Ligh-T in extreme weather conditions, storms, or when there is a risk of lightning. A 
tethered drone may become a lightning conductor. 

20.

 

Always check that the safety battery is fully charged and in working condition before take-off. 

21.

 

When preparing the drone for take-off, verify that the micro-tether is not entangled with the 

drone’s feet, 

to avoid drone imbalance. 

22.

 

Do not touch or get close to the micro-tether, the Air Module or any power connections when 
the Ligh-T is transmitting power to the drone. This can present a serious electrical hazard. 

23.

 

When  flying,  please  maintain  a  safe  distance  between  the  tethered  drone  and  people,  high 
voltage lines, water, trees or any other hazards. 

24.

 

A standby protection will automatically cut off the power supply after 2 minutes without a power 
demand from the drone.  
 

After-Flight Precautions 

25.

 

Switch of the power arming after the flight and before touching the tether. 

26.

 

Disconnect safety battery from the Air Module during transportation. 

27.

 

Regularly  check  the  micro-

tether’s  integrity.  Any  alteration 

of  the  micro-

tether’s  sheath  can 

cause severe damage and injury. 

28.

 

Do not transport the station when the micro-tether is unwound. 
 
 

Buzzer Signals on Control Board 

Warning 

Type 

Power consumption 

10.5g/m 

Power consumption 

16g/m 

Alert 1 

Beep-Beep 

800 W 

1200 W 

Alarm 

Continuous Beep 

1200 W 

1800 W 

 

The alarm will also turn on to indicate that your power consumption has dropped under 200 W after the 

drone’s take

-off. That would mean that your drone is consuming power from its safety battery. If power 

consumption then goes back over 200 W, the alarm will turn off again. 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for LIGH-T V3

Page 1: ...LIGH T V3 User Manual V3 0 Last edition 28 08 2018 ...

Page 2: ...s to its micro tether providing continuous power supply this capability enables unlimited and secure aerial observation missions Ligh T is the perfect solution for multiple applications in the areas of surveillance inspection telecommunications and TV broadcast Designed to be easily transportable and deployable on any type of terrain Ligh T is compact and operational in seconds Providing direct an...

Page 3: ... Power Specifications 4 Main Interfaces 4 Ground Station 5 Ground Station User Interface 6 Micro Tether 6 Air Module 7 Precautions of Use 9 General Precautions 9 Setup Precautions 9 Flight Precautions 10 After Flight Precautions 10 Buzzer Signals on Control Board 10 Setup 11 Pre Flight Check List 11 Start Up Instructions 11 Maintenance 12 Quick Maintenance Process 12 Support 12 ...

Page 4: ...d robust solution enables the transmission of power from an external ground power supply unit to the drone through the micro tether The aramid core of the micro tether ensures the drone remains attached to the base station providing a safe phase of flight Ligh T comprises of three main parts the ground station the micro tether and the air module Ground station Air Module Micro tether ...

Page 5: ...ndles 1 Air Module Weight 700g Dimensions 168x108x54mm Output voltage 23 25 VDC Power Drone connectors AS150 Red Female XT150 Black Female Cable minimum section 6mm 1200W 4mm 800W Safety battery connector XT90 Male request an WT90 female with anti spark Safety switch Included Micro Tethers two options Available Lengths 60m 195ft Diameters 2 8mm 10 5g m 3 5mm 16g m Weights 630g 10 5g m 960g 16g m O...

Page 6: ...ule Output AS150 Red Female XT150 black Female 22 25 VDC 1500 W max continuous Power Air Module Battery Input XT90 Male with anti spark Data Air Module Input Ethernet RJ45 Up to 200Mb s Data Air Station Output Ethernet RJ45 Up to 200Mb s Micro tethers 10 5g m 16g m Tether strength 1000N 1500N Tether total weight 630g 950g Operational temperature 10 40 C 10 40 C Max continuous Power 800W 1200W Peak...

Page 7: ...pply unit for the micro tether and secondly it ensures an Ethernet communication between the drone and the ground station Non conducting and crushproof the Ligh T case is tailored for demanding field operations Its padded handle makes it easily transportable whilst the foam integrated lid protects and secures the micro tether s integrity during transportation WIFI USB Buzzer Ethernet Power plug Po...

Page 8: ...f the micro tether is manipulated once it is switched ON Only turn the power switch ON when the drone is connected and you are ready to take off 6 Ethernet Plug The ethernet plug can be used to send and receive data to the drone Micro Tether When the LIGH T is in use the micro tether transmits electricity inferior to 500V DC low voltage An alteration of the micro tether may cause severe damage and...

Page 9: ...ry XT90 male connector needs anti spark Please note that the length of drone and battery cables is around 15 cm Please note that the ventilation grid needs to be free of obstructions to ensure proper airflow and cooling of the air module A 3D model of the air module can be supplied by Elistair step file for integration work Please use XT90 battery connectors with anti spark protection The module i...

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Page 11: ...nder water 7 Please store the Ligh T station in a dry location 8 Avoid exposing the Ligh T to dust humidity heat and open flames 9 Use the Ligh T with a power device integrated with a fuse rated to 16A Setup Precautions 10 Verify that the maximum power consumption of the drone you want to connect is included in your Ligh T range of power 11 Ensure that the Air Module is securely fastened to your d...

Page 12: ... power connections when the Ligh T is transmitting power to the drone This can present a serious electrical hazard 23 When flying please maintain a safe distance between the tethered drone and people high voltage lines water trees or any other hazards 24 A standby protection will automatically cut off the power supply after 2 minutes without a power demand from the drone After Flight Precautions 2...

Page 13: ...pply source is needed When using a generator check the fuel level and that you are using a pure sinewave inverter Start Up Instructions Before take off always use the start up instructions below to verify the setup 1 Ensure that the surrounding area is clear of obstructions 2 Connect the power supply unit or the main power supply to the Ligh T ground station 3 Make sure that the Air Module is secu...

Page 14: ... an electrical source or to the drone Micro Tether 1 Visually check the whole micro tether condition and verify that it is free of wear or other alterations Ground Station 2 Check that all parts on the Ligh T are still secure 3 Check for rust or wear on the station Air Module 4 Visually check the Air Module 5 Visually and manually check all the connectors a Micro Tether drone Mechanical fastener b...

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