Manual Fatshark Dominator V2 goggles No. 48323 EN
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Index Introduction...4 Service centre...4 Intended use...5 Package content...5 Symbol description...6 Safety notes...6 Controls description...8 Headset Controls description...9 DVR operation...9 Video connections...10 Using an external receiver...10 HDMI port...11 Charging the battery...11 Accessories...13 Operational advice...14 Technical data...15 Trouble shooting...16 Declaration of conformity...18 Battery warranty...18 Notes on environmental protection...19 Care and maintenance...19 Warranty certificate...19 3-20
Introduction Thank you very much for choosing a Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles. This Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles is extremely versatile. Read this manual carefully to achieve the best results with your Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles and first of all to control safely your model. If you experience any trouble during operation, take the instructions to help or ask your dealer or Graupner Service Centre. Due to technical changes, the information may be changed in this manual without prior notice. Be always updated by checking periodically for news on our website, www.graupner. de. This product complies with national and European legal requirements. To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, you must read and follow this user manual and the safety notes before using the product! NOTE This manual is part of that product. It contains important information concerning operation and handling. Keep these instructions for future reference! Take this into consideration when you pass it on to other future owner. Service centre Graupner/SJ-Zentralservice Graupner/SJ GmbH Henriettenstrasse 96 D-73230 Kirchheim / Teck Servicehotline (+49) (0)7021/722-130 Mon - Thu 9:15 am - 5:00 pm Fri 9:15 am - 1:00 pm Graupner in Internet For the service centres outside Germany please refer to our web site www.graupner.de 4-20
Intended use The Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles are a portable device that reproduces Audio/Video signal (images and sounds) sent by a 5,8 GHz FPV camera or a directly connected Audio/Video source (e.g. DVD Player). The Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles with integrated, wireless NexWaveRF 5G8 receiver module is intended for use above mentioned, any other use is not permitted. For any improper use no guarantee or liability is assumed. Read carefully and entirely this manual before you try to use the Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles. Graupner constantly works on the development of all products; we reserve the right to change the item, its technology and equipment. Target group The item is not a toy. It is not suitable for children under 14. The use of the Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles should be performed only by experienced modellers. If you do not have sufficient knowledge about dealing with radio-controlled models, please contact an experienced modeller or a model club. Package content 1x DominatorV2 Headset 1x 5.8GHz circular polarized SpiroNET Antenna (for headset) 1x LiPo battery 2S1P 1000mAh 7.4V 1x Charge cable 1x AV cable -> 3.5mm jack (3m) 1x Graupner teacher/pupil Data cable 1x Cleaning towel for the optics 1x Decals sheet 5-20
Symbol description! Always follow the information marked with the CAUTION or WARN- ING symbol. The signal word WARNING indicates the potential for serious injury, the signal word CAUTION indicates potential minor injuries. The NOTE indicates important information that should alert you to potential property damage.. Safety notes! General These safety instructions are intended not only to protect the product, but also for your own and other people s safety. Therefore please read this section very carefully before using the product! Do not leave the packaging material lying around, this could be a dangerous toy for children. Persons, including children, with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, or not capable to use safely the Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles must not use the Fat Shark DominatorV2 FPV goggles without supervision or instruction by a responsible person. For safety and conformity (CE) reasons the goggles must not be modified or changed in any way. If a disease has been diagnosed to your eyes or if you suspect of having eye problems, you have an eye injury, epilepsy or glaucoma, then you must consult your doctor before using these video glasses and do not use the video goggles without your doctor s permission. If you have heart problems or high blood pressure, you seek advice before using these video glasses by your doctor and do not use these video glasses without your doctor s permission. Stop immediately using your video glasses if you have one of the following symptoms: Eye fatigue, discomfort, or nausea Nausea and momentary loss of consciousness Headache Pain in the neck or shoulders Dizziness and balance disorders Do not use the device for a long time without breaks. Make every 2 hours a 10 to 15 minute break 6-20
Use without interruption at maximum volume may cause ears damage (deafness etc.). Take the video glasses into operation only when the situation allows it and if their use does not become a threat to you or your environment. Never use the goggles in cars. The use of video glasses absorbs you completely. Do not perform any other tasks at the same time. Make sure that the cord does not wrap around your neck, body or arms. Risk of injury! Make sure that the video glasses are not exposed to rough mechanical stress and avoid the influence of extreme temperatures, direct sunlight and intense vibration (e.g. in vehicles). Treat the video glasses at all times carefully. They can even be damaged by vibration, pressure, blows or falls from a low height. The video glasses must not come into contact with moisture, (e.g. use when it rains). This can damage the video goggles and it may lead to risk of short circuit, fire, injury (electric shock, burns). Keep the video glasses out of the reach of children. They are not a toy and they can cause adverse health effects if used in an uncontrolled manner. Never leave the packing materials around! Plastic wrap or bags, polystyrene parts, etc. can be a dangerous toy for children! Risk of suffocation! Repair work may only be carried out by a specialist or a specialised workshop. For all questions that are not answered in this manual, please contact our Customer Service or other experts. 7-20
Controls description 1. Contrast (forward/backward) Brightness (right/left) 2. Channel select 3. DVR micro SD card 1 2 3 5 6 7 4. Rec. indicator 5. Audio volume 4 6. DVR Start/Pause controls 7. Head Tracker 8. PS/2 data port (Head Tracker) 9 9. IPD adjustment 10. Receiver on/off 11. Earphone port 12. HDMI port 8 10 11 13. Module cover 14. AV input/output 12 15. Power supply 13 14 15 8-20
Headset Controls description DVR operation Brightness/contrast control: A joystick on the top of the goggles allows to control the values. Pressing left and right increases/decreases display contrast. Press forward/back to increase/decrease the brightness Channel select: Rocking the channel select switch forward and back will cause the channel to incrementally increase/decrease. Audio beep sounds on channel change. A long beep sounds on channel top and bottom limits. Low battery warning: Audio warning is emitted if the input voltage drops below 6,8V. Volume control: By pressing the button you can select a lower or an higher volume. You can use standard earphones. Head Tracker: Please read the manual included with the optional module. RX power switch: The receiver module power is controlled by this switch. Turn off RX module to avoid video conflict with video source via the AV cable. The DVR (Digital Video Recorder) records the audio and video signals coming from the input source. The input signal can be coming from the 5.8 GHz receiver or from the AV input. The (included) AV cable has to be connected to the AV port on the right side of the goggles. DVR operation: SD card MUST be formatted before use to ensure stable recording! We suggest to format the micro SD card by the goggles OSD menu. Recording: After powering goggles, turn on DVR by depressing vertically and holding the DVR control button for 1 full second (long press). RED LED should now show solid. Ensure SD card is inserted and short press to start recording (RED LED will slowly FLASH (~2 times/second). Shortly press again stops recording (turns to solid RED LED). NOTE: Please do not forget to stop the recording process, otherwise the file will not be saved! 9-20
Playback Note: requires turning off external receiver and removing any other AV in sources (to not conflict with menu navigation OSD). 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. Playback (press to the right to start) Now you can see a preview shot with file number. Press up/down to change the file number. Press the right button to start playing the actually selected video. Pressing up or down controls the speed and the direction of the video actually played. If you now press the right button again you can pause and then start the video. Pushing the left button brings to the main menu. Format (press the left button to enter the menu) Execute (press right) Pressing left from main menu exits menu. Video connections AV in/out Port RCA Connector: Gelb: Video, Weiß: Audio Links, Rot: Audio Rechts Video recording Connect AV cable to AV out port on right side of headset. Connect recording device to cables and set up as per manufacturer directions. Note: Cables pins are not all the same (see above chart), be sure to connect to headset using the included cable. Using an external receiver Use the included AV cable to connect headset to the RCA AV port of external devices. To share the base station power supply with your goggles, use the 3m Dominator AV cable. Note: The internal receiver must be switched off to have a secure reception of the AV signal from the external device. 10-20
HDMI port It is possible to connect an external device equipped with HDMI connection to the micro HDMI port of the goggles through an HDMI adapter cable (not included). Firstly connect the device via HDMI and then switch it on. After the device has initialised, switch on the video goggles. Disconnect the battery if you want to delete the settings. Note (1): The most common HDMI connection problems are due to wrong settings in the tevice or troubles in the HDMI cable. Before thinking that the HDMI doe not work properly or is out of order, check if the HDMI cable and/or the source work properly. Note (2): The receiver must be switched off to be sure that the goggles can work properly in HDMI mode. Charging the battery CAUTION! General notes on safety and handling LiPo batteries NEVER leave a LiPo battery unattended when in charge. Charge the batteries only in rooms where a smoke detector is installed. ALWAYS control the battery and the charger during the entire charge process. ALWAYS charge the batteries on a non-flammable surface. ALWAYS keep an extinguisher suitable for Lithium Class type D when charging LiPo batteries. NEVER charge LiPo batteries at a higher rate than 1C ( C means the indicated capacity of the battery). NEVER charge the LiPo battery with a charger which does not detect the full charge state of the battery. Over-warming or inflating of the LiPo cells indicates a problem and the LiPo battery should be disconnected from the charger and brought to a firesafe place. ALWAYS interrupt the charge or discharge process of a LiPo battery if you detect smoke or if the battery slowly inflates. Let the battery stay for at least 30 minutes in a fire-safe place. Do not use the battery any more and dispose it as indicated. 11-20
Connection to RC charger Charge cable Balancer connector Charge The 1000 mah, 7,4 V LiPo battery suits a 3 poles balancer connector though which it can be charged with normal RC battery chargers (not included in the package). Follow the instruction manual of your charger to set the proper options to charge a 1A 7,4V LiPo battery. Some battery chargers require discharge cables to be connected. Use the discharge cable adapter included in the package to use those kind of chargers. Do not charge with current higher than 1A! Note (1): : If the charger fails to announce charge complete, but is showing battery voltage at 8.4V, the charge can be considered finished. Note (2): If battery becomes fully discharged or accidentally 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 (black = GND, red = 9V). This will instantly reset the battery and it can be recharged as normal. 12-20
Accessories No.48340.6, 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. Replace rubber. No.48326, 5,8 GHz 25mW FPV transmitter The ImmersionRC 25mW transmitter is based on the super stable 5.8GHz band NexwaveRF and Fatshark compatible. It features its own 5V output for the FPV camera with the standard 5-pin connector, which makes it plug-and-play capable with most systems. These characteristics make it one of the best CE certified FPV transmitters which are currently available. 48337 RunCam 600TVL DC 5-17V 2,8mm FVP Camera RunCam 600TVL DC 5-17 V wide power supply input FPV Camera PZ0420M 600TVL resolution for faster reaction times 28 x 28 mm Better colours More contrast IR blocked OSD direct connection Programmable via OSD 13-20
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, 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). 5.8Ghz AV with 2.4Ghz RC controllers: 2.4Ghz may cause harmonic interference on Ch2 Ch7 of the 5.8Ghz AV (Ch1 not affected). The headset has been equipped with a high pass filter that will allow the system to work with CE certified 2.4Ghz RC controllers. However, the filtering may be insufficient to remove noise from overpowered non CE certified controllers. If you experience interference from your RC radio, change the AV channel to channel 1. Although you don t require any license to operate this device, you are still legally responsible for operating in a responsible manner. 14-20
Technical data Optik FOV (field of view): 32 degrees diagonal Plastic optics (binocular 6p direct view optical engine) Interpupillary (IPD) distance: 57 to 73 mm (adjustable) Optional diopter lens inserts available in -2, -4, -6 dp Mechanical Ergonomic molded shape. Rubber eye cups for ambient light shielding Weight: 181g Adjustable headband Audio Stereo System NTSC/PAL auto select (interlaced) Two full color micro VGA LCD s (640 X 480 dots), 922k pixels User controls Electrical data Channel selection Volume control Mode selection (wired/ wireless) Contrast/ brightness control DVR control HT control Power supply: 7-13 V (2S/3S supply) Power consumption (@7.4V nominal): 350mA wireless mode 200mA direct mode (no RX) RF Module Connections CH1: 5740MHz CH2: 5760MHz CH3: 5780MHz CH4: 5800MHz CH5: 5820MHz CH6: 5840MHz CH7: 5860MHz 3.5mm AV in/out port Power in port 3.5mm 3p earphone port MiniDIN4 data port (head tracking) MicroSD MicroHDMI RF module port 1000mAh / 7,4 V LiPo Antenna 5 G8 2.15 dbi Dipol (circular polarised) Battery HDMI Supports 720 x 480 DVR MicroSD support to 32Gb Record rate: 6Mbps MJPG compression, 30 fps, AVI File playback (only native codec support) Upgradeable via SD card 15-20
Trouble shooting OBSERVATION No image, display is completely dark. No image, display is glowing dark grey. Complete white screen Lots of interference lines (horizontal lines) Lots of interference lines (horizontal lines) when using 5.8Ghz receiver. Head tracker not working but can hear beeps (can enter and navigate beep menu) Head tracker not working, and no beeps (can t enter nor navigate beep menu) Head tracker stops working after short time Short range Short range (con t) White dots on LCD display If you cannot resolve your problem with the help of the following notes, please feel free to contact our service centre. POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION - No power supplied. Check power connections. - If using wireless module, turn on RX power on bottom of headset. - If using AV in cable, check video source. - Ensure TX is on and camera connections solid - Ensure lens cap is removed from camera - Trying to power a 12V camera with the 5V TX supply (need to connect 12V camera direct to RC pack. LCD driver has failed and needs to be replaced under warranty. Contact your retailer. - Choose a cleaner channel. - Ensure headset is turned on before RC radio - Review controller manual for correct settings - Check servos are plugged into correspondingly selected channels - Check to see if cause is harmonic interference from 2.4Ghz RC controller (turn radio on/off). - Use CH1 on TX/headset (Ch1 not affected by 2.4Ghz) - check correct frequency antenna is used - Cable was modified and resulted in voltage applied to signal line (fried HT) - Mated to an aftermarket channel mixer and wired wrong resulting in voltage applied to signal line - Incorrect installation of aftermarket UHF RC system resulting in voltage applied to signal line. Auto disengage function activated. Follow menu instructions to turn off. - Ensure 5.8Ghz antenna were installed - Turn off transmitter and check for other sources of interference - Ensure transmitter has clear LOS to headset. Test in wide open area, away from any obstructions - Ensure that a compatible antenna is installed. Do not use other manufacture antenna, they may be dual band or may be reverse SMA (no center pin to connect to receiver) Goggles lens were left exposed to sun allowing magnified sunlight to burn off LCD color filter. 16-20
HDMI doesn t work Recording function does not work - 720x480 not supported by host device. - Incorrect display settings (when connected to computer, make sure output to alternative monitor is selected) - Faulty HDMI cable Before concluding the HDMI is faulty, test with alternative HDMI source and cables Micro SD card not formatted, format the micro SD card by using the OSD menu of the video goggles 17-20
Declaration of conformity 48325 Dominator V2 goggles Graupner declares that the product is conform to EU norms. EMC 2004/108/EC: EN 55022:2010+AC:2011 EN 55024:2010 Battery warranty The warranty on batteries is limited to 6 months. For this time we will only ensure that the battery fulfils its function, only batteries which can not be more charged and discharged any more can be replaced on warranty. This does not apply to batteries in which the charge and discharge notes were not observed. 18-20
Notes on environmental protection Disposal notes This symbol on the product, user manual or packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of its life. It must be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The materials are recyclable as marked. By recycling, material reusing or other forms of scrap usage you are making an important contribution to environmental protection. Batteries and accumulators must be removed from the device and disposed of at an appropriate collection point. Please inquire if necessary from the local authority for the appropriate disposal site. Care and maintenance Warranty certificate P Notes on care The product does not need any maintenance, it works so as it is without any special care. In your own interest please protect the model from dust, dirty and humidity! Clean the product only with a dry cloth (do not use detergent!) lightly rub. The Graupner, Henriettenstrassee 96, 73230 Kirchheim/Teck grants from the date of purchase of this product for a period of 24 months. The warranty applies only to the material or operational defects already existing when you purchased the item. Damage due to wear, overloading, incorrect accessories or improper handling are excluded from the guarantee. The legal rights and claims are not affected by this guarantee. Please check exactly defects before a claim or send the product, because we have to ask you to pay shipping costs if the item is free from defects. The present construction or user manual is for informational purposes only and may be changed without prior notice. The current version can be found on the Internet at www.graupner.de on the relevant product page. In addition, the company Graupner has no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in construction or operation manuals. No liability can be accepted for printing errors. 19-20
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