Holy Stone HS440 Foldable FPV Drone
DISCLAIMER & WARNING
- Please read this Disclaimer & Warning and Safety Guidelines carefully before using our product. This product is not recommended for people under the age of 14. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read it fully. You agree that you are responsible for your conduct any damage caused while using this product, and any consequence. You agree to only use this product for its designed purposes and by the local laws, regulations, and all applicable policies and guidelines that HolyStone may provide.
- When using this product, please be sure to strictly abide by the specification requirements and safety guidelines stated in this document. Any personal injury, property damage, legal disputes, and all other adverse events caused by the violation of any of the safety instructions or due to any other factor, WILL NOT be HolyStone’s responsibility.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Check Before Use
- This product is a high-precision drone that integrates various electronic stability and control mechanisms. Please be sure to configure this drone carefully and correctly to ensure safe, accident-free operation.
- Ensure that the batteries of the drone and transmitter are clean, undamaged, and fully charged before every use. 3 Ensure that all the propellers are undamaged and are installed in the correct orientation.
- Ensure that all the propellers are undamaged and are installed in the correct orientation.
- Please perform a thorough check of the product before each use. Inspect the integrity of the parts, any signs of cracks and wear off on the propellers, battery power effectiveness of the indicator, etc. If there is any problem found after checking the drone, please refrain from using it until the problem is resolved.
Flight Environment
Avoid flying over, or near obstacles, crowds, high-voltage power lines, trees, airports, or bodies of water. DO NOT fly near strong electromagnetic sources such as power lines and base stations as it may affect the onboard compass.
DO NOT use this drone in adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, fog, and wind.
Operation Requirements
- DO NOT use this product to follow any moving vehicles.
- During the flight, turn off the motors only in case of an emergency.
- When the battery runs low, return the drone to your starting point.
- DO NOT use this product if you feel tired, take medicine, or feel unwell and drink alcohol.
- Be aware of the volume of noise that the drone produces. Please ensure to keep your distance to avoid ear damage.
Use of Battery
- Please ensure batteries are fitted in the correct orientation as shown in the instruction manual.
- Avoid short circuits by fitting the batteries correctly, and do not crush or squeeze the batteries as this could cause the risk of a fire or explosion.
- DO NOT mix new and old batteries as this can lead to poor performance of the product.
- Please dispose of used batteries carefully, do not litter, and recycle wherever possible.
- DO NOT expose dead batteries to heat or fire or they may explode.
- If the device is not going to be used for an extended period, please remove the batteries to prevent potential damage to the drone from battery leakage.
- Only use the USB charging cable that comes with the drone to charge the battery.
- DO NOT connect the battery directly to wall outlets or car cigarette-lighter sockets as this will damage your battery since they have different voltages.
- DO NOT attempt to disassemble or modify the battery in any way
- DO NOT use the battery if it gives off an odor, generates heat, becomes discolored, deformed, or appears abnormal in any way. If any of these situations occur while the battery is in use or being charged, remove it from the device or charger immediately and discontinue use.
- DO NOT pierce the battery casing with a nail or any other sharp object, break it open with a hammer, or step on it! Dispose or recycle this battery as it may cause personal injury or damage to your drone.
- Always charge the batteries on a fireproof surface and away from combustible materials. DO NOT charge on surfaces that can catch fire, which includes: wood, cloth, and carpet.
- DO NOT immerse the battery in water or get it wet. DO NOT solder the battery terminal in any way.
- Keep batteries out of reach of children or pets.
- DO NOT short-circuit the battery by connecting wires or any other metal object to the positive+) and negative(- terminals.
MAINTENANCE
- Clean the drone after each use with a clean, soft cloth.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and avoid the buildup of heat on the drone or batteries.
- This device is not waterproof and must not be submerged or subjected to water under any circumstance. Failure to keep the device completely dry will result in failure and permanent damage to the unit. Be aware that although it might be dry where you are, droplets of rain or mist from a river or waterfall could damage your drone where it is  flying
- Frequently check the charging plug and other accessories for signs of damage. If any part of the device or cables is damaged, avoid use or charging until the damaged parts are replaced.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
DRONE DETAILS
TRANSMITTER DETAILS
- When installing the batteries, please pay attention to the positive and negative polarity of the battery to ensure the correct installation of the batteries.
- Do not mix old and new batteries.
- When the transmitter’s batteries run low, the transmitter will start beeping, and its indicator light will blink.
JOYSTICK MODE
MODE 2(Left-hand throttle MODE 2 will be the default setting)
Left Joystick
Right Joystick
INSTALLATION
Push the battery correctly into the drone battery compartment. Маке sure that you hear a click sound, which indicates that the battery is firmly installed.
Attention:
The battery should be installed firmly. Otherwise, the flight safety of your drone may be affected. The drone may crash due to a power cut during the flight.
Removal:
Press the battery lock down and do not release it, then pull the battery out from the fuselage.
CHARGING
- When the drone battery runs low, the indicator light on the drone will blink continuously.
- Connect the battery with the USB charging cable.
- Plug the USB charging cable into a USB charging port on a power bank or a USB adapter (5V/1A).
- When the battery is charging, the indicator light on the USB charging cable is red. When the battery is fully charged, the indicator light on the USBÂ charging cable turns green.
- The charging time is about 180 minutes.
USING THE APP
Download APP
Scan the OR code, connect to the App Storelâ„¢ or Googleâ„¢ Play, and download the HolyStone-FPV application for free. Required Operating Systems: iOS 9.0 or later/Android 5.0 or later.
Connect to Wi-Fi
Connect your phone to the Wi-Fi network created by the drone. You can check the drone’s status on the HolyStone-FPV App.
- Make sure to turn off Bluetooth, Mobile Data, and VPN. Enter your phone’s Wi-Fi settings and click Wi-Fi to search for the Wi-Fi of the drone. (Make sure to turn on the drone before going to the Wi-Fi settings on your phone)
- Select the Wi-Fi network: HolyStoneFPV-******
- Wait for a couple of seconds for your phone to connect to the drone’s Wi-Fi.
- Enter the HolyStone-FPV application. > The connection between your phone and the drone is established automatically.
OPERATION GUIDE
Pairing
- Long press the Power Switch to turn on the drone, and the indicator light of the drone will keep flashing.
- Place the drone on a flat and level surface with the head forward and the tail facing towards the pilot.
- Long press the Power Switch to turn on the transmitter, and you will hear the “DiDi” sound, and then the indicator lights keep flashing.
- Push the left joystick up and then down to pair the drone with the transmitter. The indicator light on the drone will turn solid if the drone is paired successfully.
Calibrating the Gyro
Simultaneously push the left joystick and the right joystick to the bottom right corner to calibrate the gyro. The transmitter will send out a long beep, and the indicator light on the drone will blink, and then turn solid, which indicates that the calibration is completed.
Unlocking the Motors:
Push the left joystick to the bottom right corner and the right joystick to the bottom left corner at the same time to unlock the motors. The motors will rotate.
Locking the Motors:
Repeat this operation, the motors will stop rotating immediately and the drone will lock.
L/R Sideways Drift Trim:
If the drone tends to drift left, press down the Trimmer button and do not release it while pushing the right joystick to re-balance the drone. If the drone tends to drift right, press down the Trimmer button and do not release it while pushing the right joystick left to re-balance the drone.
Camera Angle Adjustment
During the flight, you can dial the wheel left/right to adjust the camera tilt up/down. (The camera has a 90° tilt range.)
High-Speed Rotation
During the flight, short press the High Speed-Rotation button, and the transmitter will make a “Di” sound, which indicates that the drone enters the High-Speed Rotation function. The drone will exit the High-Speed Rotation function automatically after 10 seconds, or you can also push the right joystick in any direction to stop the rotation.
Headless Mode
Please familiarize yourself with the Headless Mode function first before using this mode. Otherwise, it is easy to lose the drone and cause unnecessary loss.
- After pairing/calibration, short press the Headless Mode button on the transmitter. In Headless Mode, the indicator light of the drone will keep on flashing, and the transmitter will constantly beep.
- Short press the Headless Mode button again, and the indicator light on the drone will turn solid, which indicates that the drone has exited the Headless Mode.
While in Headless Mode, pushing the right joystick forward will make it fly in the direction that the head of the drone faces when it takes off. To make sure the pilot can tell the drone’s direction during the flight, we recommend that the pilot stays facing the same direction that the drone head faces at takeoff.
By doing so, it is ensured that when the pilot pushes the right joystick forward/backward, the drone will fly forward/backward toward the pilot. If the pilot pushes the right joystick left/right, the drone will move left/right relative to the pilot.
SPECIFICATIONS
- DRONE
- Model: HS440
- Weight: 166g/5.90z
- Max Flight Time: 20 minutes (per battery)
- Motor Model: 8620
- Operating Temperature Range: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
- Size: 289* 195*59mm (Unfolded) 125*81*59mm (Folded)
- DRONE BATTERY
- Capacity: 1900mAh
- Voltage: 3.8 V
- Battery Type: Lithium-ion Polymer Battery
- Energy: 7.22Wh
- Charging Temperature Range: 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C)
- Charging Time: 180 minutes (Depends on charging power and remaining battery power)
- TRANSMITTER
Operating Frequency: 2452-2474MHZ Max Flight Distance: 330 feet/ 100m (Outdoors and unobstructed) Operating Temperature Range: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) Battery Type: 3 x1.5V AAA Battery (Not included) - CAMERA
- Operating Frequency: 2417MHz
- Lens: FOV112°
- Controllable Range: -90°~ 0°
- Photo Resolution: HD 1920 x 1080P (Stored in TF card) HD 1 280 x 720P (Stored on mobile phone) Video Resolution: HD 1920 x 1080P@25fps (Stored in TF card) HD I 280 x 720P@20fps (Stored on mobile phone)
- Max Transmission Distance: 330 feet/ 100 m (Outdoors and unobstructed)
- Photo Formats: JPEG
- Video Formats: MP4/AVI
- Supported TF Cards: Supports a TF Card (Class 10 above) with a capacity of up to 32 GB (Not included)
- File System: FAT32
- Operating Temperature Range: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
- USB CHARGING CABLE
- Input: 5 V/ 1A
- Rated Power: ≤5W
CONTACT US
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need further support.
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- jp@holystone.com (Japan)
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GENERAL INFORMATION
FCC Notice:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to protect reasonably against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Suppose this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. In that case, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
RF Exposure
The equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This part belongs to the drone. RF warning for Portable device: The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction. This part belongs to the transmitter.
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FAQS About Holy Stone HS440 Foldable FPV Drone
What is the Holy Stone HS440 Foldable FPV Drone?
The Holy Stone HS440 is a foldable drone equipped with a camera for First Person View (FPV) flying. It’s designed for recreational aerial photography and videography.
What are the main features of the Holy Stone HS440?
The main features include a foldable design for portability, a built-in 1080P HD camera for capturing high-quality images and videos, FPV real-time transmission via Wi-Fi connection, altitude hold function, gesture control, one-key takeoff/landing, and customizable flight paths via the Holy Stone app.
What is FPV flying?
FPV stands for First Person View, which means flying a drone while viewing the live video feed from its camera on a screen or through VR goggles. It provides a more immersive flying experience.
What devices are compatible with the Holy Stone HS440?
The Holy Stone HS440 is compatible with smartphones running iOS 8.0 or later or Android 4.4 or later. These devices are used to connect to the drone’s Wi-Fi network for FPV streaming and control.
What is the range of the Holy Stone HS440?
The control range of the Holy Stone HS440 is typically around 100 meters (328 feet). However, the FPV transmission range may vary depending on environmental factors such as interference and obstacles.
How long does the battery of the Holy Stone HS440 last?
The Holy Stone HS440 is equipped with a modular battery that provides around 12-15 minutes of flight time per charge. It’s recommended to have spare batteries for extended flight sessions.
Does the Holy Stone HS440 have GPS?
No, the Holy Stone HS440 does not have GPS. It relies on altitude hold and optical flow sensors for stable flight and hovering.
Is the Holy Stone HS440 suitable for beginners?
Yes, the Holy Stone HS440 is designed with features like one-key takeoff/landing, altitude hold, and headless mode, making it suitable for beginners to learn how to fly drones.
Can the Holy Stone HS440 carry additional payloads such as action cameras?
No, the Holy Stone HS440 is designed to carry only its built-in camera. It’s not equipped to carry additional payloads such as action cameras.
Is the Holy Stone HS440 suitable for indoor flying?
Yes, the Holy Stone HS440 can be flown indoors thanks to its compact size and altitude hold feature, which helps maintain stability in indoor environments. However, caution should be exercised to avoid collisions with furniture and walls.