AERIAL IMAGING /// CATALOGUE

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Content /// Catalogue

Gallery3
Applications10
The system 14
The flight system & key features 15
The payloads 17
Camera options 18
Camcorder options 19
Thermal & infrared camera options 20
The AscTec Falcon 8 operation 21
Der AscTec Falcon 8 team operation 22
Video mode 23
Comfort package 24
Service & support 25

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 Gallery
New abilities with the AscTec Falcon 8: Highly efficient ROAV/UAV* for industrial inspection.

Showcase
/// Production plant

Check for heat loss or

faulty equipment.

Cost effective and low risk.

*Remotely Operated Aerial Vehicle (ROAV), Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Catalogue 3
 Gallery
The AscTec Falcon 8 ideal to operate in remote and offshore locations.

Showcase
/// Extreme sports

Easy to transport.

Perfect tool for the

professional user.

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 Gallery
Images generated from the AscTec Falcon 8 for remote sensing & aerial photogrammetry.

From left to right:

Satellite, AscTec
Falcon 8, Agisoft
PhotoScan.

Showcase
/// Surveying

3D documentation and
laser/object scanning.

Optimized for Agisoft

Photoscan and processing.

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 Gallery
The AscTec Falcon 8 providing an overview from a critical situation.

Showcase
/// Rescue operation

Within seconds in the air

and providing a live overview.

Keep a safe distance away

from the danger.

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 Gallery
The AscTec Falcon 8: usable in any filming project.

Showcase
/// The skys the limit!

Close range aerial photo-

& videography.

Soft camera controls for smooth

pans and shoots.

*This photo was taken at the Nine Knights 2012 in Wildkogel 2,000 meter above sea level. Catalogue 7
 Gallery
The AscTec Falcon 8 right in the middle of the action.

Showcase
/// Metropolitan

Stable and precise

even in tight spots.

Redundant propulsion
system* for safety.

*The redundant propulsion system provides an extra layer of safety. Catalogue 8

 Gallery
The AscTec Falcon 8 doing its business wildlife and landscape photography.

Showcase
/// Anywhere & everywhere

Close up aerial photography.

Receive clearance to operate

with no problems.

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 aPPLICATIONS aerial photography
Infinite possibilities with the AscTec Falcon 8.

Tourism Real estate Visualization

Be it a swimming pool, resort hotel, golf course
or leisure park, from heights of up to 300 m
everything fits the frame. The AscTecFalcon8
is ready for use within minutes.
Company profiles
Your customer can choose the best
perspective live while you are operating your
flying camera. Take aerial images of the
object of interest from a range of heights and
orientations in no time. Your customers will be
impressed by your flexibility and efficiency.
Maximize the available lighting to take the
best possible pictures, regardless of the
wind speed. With the AscTecFalcon8, you architect needs to convince potential investors
can create stunning photos that highlight the
excellence of your marketing brochure and
amaze your customers. Why dont you surprise
your customers with new perspectives from
properties?
Event photography
Sports events can be captured dynamically
and from an exciting birds-eye view. Focus on
the sportspeople or logos without hesitation!
References
The property developer wants to see the view
from the penthouse before construction? An
www.aura.ch
by supplying an aerial photo of the planned
office blocks? The AscTecFalcon8 allows
you to generate the necessary data even
www.lufthelden.de
without any prior R/C flying experience, as the
operation is easy and precise.
www.pht-airpicture.de
www.skyphoto.pt

www.skyshot.tv

Perfect
sceneries.

Wonderful
perspectives.

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 aPPLICATIONS aerial VIDEOgraphy
Perfect camera control with the AscTec Falcon 8 for smooth filming.
Documentary filming
The AscTecFalcon8 can be operated at
heights ranging from the ground up to 300m,
which effectively bridges the gap between a
dolly and a helicopter. With up to 20minutes
flight time, there is no need to hurry when
capturing overview shots from higher up.
By having this range, the system is perfectly
suited to documentary videography. The
patented V-shape of the octocopter keeps the
rotors out of the cameras field of view, even
when you face the camera directly upwards or
when flying at high speeds.
This feature creates unique shots and signifi-
cantly reduces editing time.
A camera movable
to every spot.
Promotional video
Several lightweight high quality Full-HD
1080/50p cameras are available for the
AscTecFalcon8 system. The Sony PJ780VE
camera with Balanced Optical SteadyShot
is perfectly integrated into the system. You
have the real time view of the camera on
your screen and all the controls you need.
The active stabilized camera mount provides
smooth video footage with no vibration while
always remaining level to the horizon. With
no post-stabilization needed, you can create
surreal videos for example for promotional
campaigns.
Live events
References
When it comes to sport events, precise camera
control is critical. The optional Independent
Camera Control allows for a two-person
www.aura.ch
operation with a dedicated cameraman for easy
tracking of moving objects. Camera tilt and pan-
ning as well as triggering, starting and stopping
www.lufthelden.de
of video recording and zooming can be remotely
controlled by the analogue input device.
www.pht-airpicture.de
/// AscTec Falcon 8 incl. firmware V3.0
Improved video mode with new and optimized
features as camera control, one-hand-control www.skyphoto.pt
and independent camera control via Gamepad.
Ask for details: team@asctec.de www.skyshot.tv
Flexible due to the
Mobile Ground Station.
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 aPPLICATIONS remote Sensing & survey
The most efficient tool for image data acquisition: the AscTec Falcon 8.
High resolution up-to-date mapping
Aerial images that were taken only hours ago
can be used to generate a high resolution
map of contruction sites. With the help of
the AscTec High Performance GPS the flight
system hovers precisely in reproducable posi-
tions. This allows for the production of precise
georeferenced images. Which then with the
use of various third party softwares, a stiched
image can be produced.
Photogrammetric images of
an archaeological excavation.
3D modelling
Aerial images of the same object from different
perspectives can be used to generate 3D
models. Such models are used for visualization
of building showcases or calculating the
amount of earth moved in gravel pits.
Many flight tasks can be completed automati-
cally with the Mobile Ground Stations Comfort
Package without the need for a PC.
This is an opportunity to work flexibly and
efficiently.
IR and NIR images
References
Airborne infrared cameras can be used for a
range of applications, for example the mapping
of water springs to analysing the landslide
www.in-terra.ch
prone mountain slopes or even tracking and
counting animals hidden in foliage. Near-in-
frared (NIR) cameras are used in various
www.archeotec.ch
agricultural applications such as evaluation of
different fertilizer levels on test fields. With NIR
images of forests, specialists can evaluate the www.igp.ethz.ch
condition of the trees or the risk of fire.
www.lerch-weber.ch
www.pht-airpicture.de
Easy waypoint navigation
& High Performance GPS.
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 aPPLICATIONS aerial Inspection
A cost effective solution and safer option: The AscTec Falcon 8
Construction sites & building structures
The AscTec Falcon 8 is well established in the
field of industrial Remotely Operated Aerial
Vehicles (ROAV), since Ascending Technolo-
gies has been working closely with operators in available from your camera for examination.
the inspection field. Making the AscTec Falcon 8
the perfect tool for the job.
The UAV can tolerate wind speeds up to
10 m/s (< 6 Bft). In most cases you can
avoid costly and dangerous industrial
climbing. To maximise the system we offer
professional pilot training. With hardly any
preparation, the condition of the building or
plant can be observed. Even small cracks
on steeples or chimneys can be seen clearly
in the pictures.
Efficiency control at solar parks
with aerial thermal images.
The live video on the Mobile Ground Station
in combination with the precision of the
AscTecFalcon8 provides useful data. Straight
after a flight you have high-resolution images
Due to the unique design of the camera mount
you can take pictures facing up or down
without having rotors compromising the image.
Resistant to magnetic fields!
The AscTec Falcon 8 is now almost completey
resistant to magnetic fields. For example
flying near high power lines or generators or
windturbines. In combination with the AscTec
High Performance GPS, it is now possible for
anyone to position the camera very close to
objects of interest.
Solar power plants
With a flying infrared camera, it is easy to
identify defective solar panels, even those,
who are difficult to access. The fully integrated,
cost effective NEC F30 thermal camera is
sufficient to perform those tasks. Thermal
and RGB images are stored in parallel to a
SD card, which makes the usage easy and
efficient. Large scale plants can be examined
in semi-autonomous preplanned waypoint References
flights. With the help of the live video on the
Mobile Ground Station even small temperature
differences can be clearly identified. www.thecyberhawk.com
www.lufthelden.de
Visual wind park inspections: along
side with wind & magentic forces.
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 The system
Customers around the world rely on the AscTec Falcon 8, since they deserve highest quality in professional aerial imaging.

Firmware V3.0 with improved flight characteristics,

camera control and new functions.

5 new camera options as Sony PJ780VE,

Sigma DP1 Merrill & Panasonic Lumix LX7.

Key Features
AscTec Falcon 8

Made in Germany.

Big on performance and safety,

small on weight and size.
Reliable flight system:
Well proven & tested.
Mobile easy
for one man operations.
Fully assembled and transportable
always ready to go.
Performance
The AscTec Falcon 8 is an optimized high
performance flight system. Performance you
can use safely at anytime.
Our flight stabilization is the fastest in its class,
perfect for a smooth (video) flying even with
full payloads in high wind speeds up to 15m/s.
The AscTec Falcon 8 system has a big safety
margin.
Simplicity
Thanks to its compactness, the system can be
transported fully assembled. Open the box,
insert the battery and you are ready to go. The
AscTec High Performance GPS assures stable
positioning and supports the pilot. You do not
have to fly the AscTec Falcon 8 it is more like
working with a tripod. Our patented V-shape
keeps the rotors outside the cameras field of
view.
Mobility
The eight small rotors make it safe, allowing
you always to operate in the right spot.
With the Mobile Ground Station you can
walk around while flying. This is true mobility
and a huge advantage for any one-man
operation efficiency at its best.

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The Flight system & key features
A touch of AscTec in every component.

100% developed by Ascending Technologies a control algorithm with a highly agile, precise 2,2 kg Take-off weight!
Our systems are not made up of third party and smooth characteristic. Making it ideal for

125 mm
software and hardware components. All of our aerial videos. Our control algorithm is up to
components of the flight systems have been five times faster than fellow competitors in this

developed in-house. The end result giving a
highly integrated intuitive high performance
system. We have been producing the AscTec
Falcon 8 since 2009. Our product development
is not only focused on the system itself but
also supportive items around it such as how
you can transport it or which accessories
complement our system.
Patented design
The AscTecFalcon8 stands out from the
crowd of the multicopters. Our patented
4
class, which leads to a smooth GPS controlled
flight with full payload in high winds up to 10
m/s (< 6Bft). Without GPS position control wind
speeds of even 15m/s are flyable. There are 820 mm
8 relatively small propellers with low amounts
inertia, which helps to accelerate or slow down
them quickly. A positive side effect of having
small propellers is the chance of injuring
someone or damaging third party property is
minimized.
Redundant propulsion
3

V-shape keeps the rotors outside of the came- The AscTec Falcon 8 is able to automatically
ras field of view regardless of whether you tilt handle a defective motor. Should one of the
the camera up or down, or fly at high speeds propellers get damaged during flight, the
with steep pitch angles. In addition to that the system identify the defect and shift the thrust

770 mm
250 mm
565 mm
majority of the weight is around the center of around to ensure the system stays safe and
the system, and in plane of the rotors keeping under control. Unique safety feature to our
the inertia low as possible. The end result: system!
the most stable flying camera on the market
always providing unique perspectives.

Flight stabilization
We started developing UAVs nearly 10 years
2

2
ago and are known worldwide for the best
flight stabilization in its class the core
technology of every multirotor UAV. Only if the
system is absolutely stable in turbulent condi-
tions, can you perform job successfully. Our
specialist in control engineering have designed

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 The Flight system & Key features
Unique features & amazing solutions for exceptional usability.
AscTec High Performance GPS
Every system is delivered with the newly
developed AscTec High Performance GPS. The
latest GPS chip set with powerful electronics
allows for unparalleled position accuracy and
reliability. Its multi-path capability significantly
enhances signal reception in challenging
situations, e.g. when the system flies close to
objects or when the system is banked due to
high winds. You can now operate the system in
GPS controlled flight almost anywhere!
Resistance to magnetic fields
Our refined flight stabilization software has
a completely new GPS position control that
is almost completely resistant to magnetic
fields something which is absolutely unique
in that class of flight systems. This is a
breakthrough for aerial inspection applications!
Before introducing that revolutionary feature,
Micro UAVs fully relied on the compass to
determine their orientation. In showcase of
external magnetic fields, there was no longer
any automatic position control, making manual
intervention from the pilot necessary in order
to avoid crashes. Yet another feature, which is
only offered by the AscTecFalcon8.
Mobile Ground Station
In contrast to other systems on the market, True mobility with the
Mobile Ground Station.
our Mobile Ground Station is indeed mobile
and can be carried around and operated by
one person. The data link, camera control,
video link, Status Display and the controls for
system itself are all onboard and integrated
into our Mobile Ground Station. A two channel
diversity data link at 2.4 GHz is installed which
guarantees a stable link at all times. The video
link is at 5.8 GHz to ensure a clear live view
without interference. These frequencies are
most often unrestricted making it possible to
use the AscTecFalcon8 internationally.
Ready for use
The complete system comes factory calibrated
with perfectly defined control parameters
and is ready for use. There is no need for
adjustments or programming, as our engineers
did all the hard work for you.
High resolution at
dazzling heights.
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 The Payloads
Ascending Technologies offers only carefully selected and tested cameras with the AscTec Falcon 8 system.

Active stabilized camera mount
On the AscTecFalcon8 our patented design
allows for the camera to be remotely tilted
completely upwards and downwards without
any components from the system spoiling
the image. In 2012 we completely redesigned
the camera mount, it being one of the main
components to a flying camera system. The
camera mount will automatically compensate
for the movements of the flight system and stay
horizontal.
The new moulded carbon bar is extremely stiff
and lightweight. The carbon boxes house the
sillicone dampers used to reduce the vibra-
tions. Every camera mount has been matched
to the camera. Changing the cameras SD card
or battery is no problem. Everything is easily
accessible.
New servo motors with special software move
the camera smoothly and precisely in the
desired direction. The camera can be tilted
completely upwards and downwards. And even
when the camera is looking straight down,
there is still room to compensate for the wind
gusts. All wiring is protected and optimized for
minimal GPS and compass interference.
Exchangable payloads and there are no tools required. Simply remove
The payloads are readily exchangable, making one nut, unplug the mount, and place the next
operations smooth and easy when you take one into position and secure it.
multiple cameras (such as the Sony NEX-7
and the NEC F30) on the job. Each camera is
meticulously electrically and mechanically inte-
grated into the camera mount. The influences
from the magnetic field and weight change are
also compensated for, so when changing the
camera the system will compensate.
Only the AscTecFalcon8 recognizes every
payload automatically and adjusts the camera
control and the calibrations accordingly. Cali
brating the compass is a thing of the past!
Changing payload is only a matter of seconds

High-Performance-Option
High Performance Option
NEX-7 ** LX7
PJ780VE NEX-7 * Sigma DP1 CX410VE TZ31 FLIR

PP 6100

NEX-7 ** LX7
Sigma DP1 CX410VE TZ31 FLIR
PP 8300

Standard-System
Standard System
LX7
CX410VE TZ31 FLIR

PP 6100

LX7
TZ31 FLIR

PP 8300
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 Payloads Camera options
All camera options are perfectly integrated into the flight system by a specified camera mount.

Digital camera Sony NEX-7
/// For DSLR quality aerial images.
The Sony NEX-7 is our recommendation for
professional aerial photography with the
AscTec Falcon 8. The extremely high-resolution
Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor produces fan-
tastic picture quality. Even under challenging
light conditions high contrast reproductions
and clear details are possible.
24 megapixel & 1080/50p full-HD video.
RAW & JPEG.
Changeable lenses.
Digital camera
Panasonic Lumix TZ31
/// For aerial industrial inspection.
We recommend the Panasonic Lumix TZ31 for
visual industrial inspection. With remote cont-
rolled 20x optical zoom, high resolution images guarantees more dynamic and improved color
can be produced from a safe distance. The
High-Sensitivity-MOS sensor and the excellent
display processing unit provide luminous photo
and full-HD video quality.
14 megapixel & 1080/50p full-HD video.
RAW & JPEG.
Focal distance 24480 mm.
Digital camera
Panasonic Lumix LX7
/// The allrounder.
The Panasonic Lumix LX7 is our compact stan-
dard model. A High-Sensitivity-MOS sensor
imaging sensor. All primary basic colors (RGB)
saturation. The camera can handle diverse light
settings. The results of your work will impress
you and your customers.
10 megapixel & 1080/50p full-HD video.
RAW & JPEG.
Digital camera Sigma DP1 Merrill
/// The specialist.
The Sigma DP1 Merrill with 19 mm F2,8 lens is
a special high-resolution digital camera with
a 23,5 x 15,7mm full color FOVEON X3 direct
are displayed at each pixel of each of the 3
color layers. The reproduction of colors and
lights is remarkable and gives a three-dimensi-
onal to your images.
46 megapixel (4,800 x 3,200 x 3 layers).
RAW & JPEG.

Provisional product image.

Sony NEX-7 Panasonic Lumix TZ31 Panasonic Lumix LX7 Sigma DP1 Merrill

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 Payloads Camcorder options
The AscTec Falcon 8 is the most advanced solution for aerial videography in a small-sized, lightweight system.

Camcorder Sony PJ780VE
/// For filming in full-HD cinematic quality.
We recommend the Sony PJ780VE for
professional aerial videography. It has been
tested and proven to be capable for any sort
of filming. The Exmor R CMOS sensor and
its Balanced Optical SteadyShot provide
excellent results. Enjoy blur-free, smooth clips,
which can be recorded in the advanced video
mode not only under promising conditions.
19201080/50p/25p/50i full-HD video.
10x optical zoom.
Camcorder Sony CX410VE
/// For maximum flight time.
The Sony CX410VE has the best price/perfor-
mance ratio. The Exmor R CMOS sensor
and its Balanced Optical SteadyShot provide
good results. Challenging lighting conditions
do not prevent the capture of detailed videos
and photos. Switch into video mode (see p. 23)
to let the camcorder display its full potential.
19201080/50p full-HD video.
30 x optical zoom.
Lightest in its class
The AscTecFalcon8 is the only lightweight
system worldwide to carry a camcorder like
the Sony PJ780VE or the CX410VE.
With the optimization of the inertial guidance
system of the AscTec Falcon 8 it is able
to perform in winds up to 15 m/s. Even in
GPS mode the flight system plus payload
manages up to 10 m/s. The flight time is not
limiting, 1216 minutes is perfect to film or
photograph.
Tip:
Competitor products may also carry the Sony
PJ780VE or the CX410VE camcorder, but the
take-off weight from their systems is over the
5 kg limit. Being over the limit means stricter
requirements and higher costs for each
take-off. Which needs to be calculated in the
business operation costs.
Direct camera control
The in-house developed circuit board mounted
on the rear side of the camera is for power
and for the LANC interface. Leaving out the
cameras battery saves weight plus there is one
battery less to forget to charge. The camera
is fitted with an internal power supply, hence
saving the hassle of charging and reducing
weight. The onboard software of the flight
system allows for very smooth zooming in
variable speeds, starting and stopping of the
video recording, and capturing still images.

Steadycam smoothness
There is a two stage image stabilization on the
system. The first level of stabilization comes
from the active stabilized mount compensates
for major changes during flight. And the
second stage is from the Balanced Optical
SteadyShot, completely eliminating the remai-
Watch our videos
ning vibrations and leaving smooth footage. on Youtube
Even in strong and gusty winds you can zoom
Sony PJ780VE Sony CX410VE in and get close towards the scene.
www.youtube.com/AscTecVideos

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 Payloads Zoom & Thermal camera options
Carefully selected and fully integrated solutions.
Near-Infrared camera (NIR)
Tetracam ADC Micro
/// For future planning.
The Tetracam ADC Micro is supposed to be
in its element in the area of agriculture and
forestry inspection. The 3.2 megapixel CMOS
sensor recognizes a wide spectrum of visual
and non-visual colors (520920 nm). An
integrated SD card saves the data of the red,
the green and the near-infrared field, meta
data as GPS and altitude.
2048 x 1536 pixel
Tetracam ADC Micro
Thermal camera NEC F30
/// For Multipurpose.
The NEC F30 we recommend for smaller scale
inspection projects. At a very reasonable price
you get a perfectly suited thermal camera
to search for leaks on buildings. With direct
camera control, you can trigger remotely and
adjust the thermal range. Thermal and RGB
images are both stored on an SD card. You can
remotely switch between the thermal image
and the image of a separate CMOS camera in
flight to combine both aspects for revealing
information.
160 x 120 pixel
NEC F30
Infrared camera FLIR TAU 640
/// For prolonged flight times.
FLIR cameras have been proven and tested
for years. Now we offer a new high quality
infrared camera by FLIR. The super-lightweight
surprises with high resolutions of up to 640 x
480 pixel. Even small thermal leaks or defects
on solar power plants can be detected from
long distances. Its incredible light weight of
under 100 g increases the flight time to over 20
minutes.
640 x 512 pixel
FLIR TAU 640
Available 2014: Inspection payload
/// The perfect inspection solution.
We are focusing our R&D efforts into develo-
ping an intelligent camera solution, to fulfill all
inspection requirements. By combining the
Sony CX410VE and the FLIR Tau 640 you will
be able to record georeferenced 14-Bit images
including meta data and photos or videos.
Available 2014:
Inspection payload.
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 Operating the system
Intuitive, safe and easy.
Up in the air in under a minute
Setting up the system only involves taking
the flight system and Mobile Ground Station
out of the transportcase, inserting the battery
and switching it on. The system will initialize,
perform selfchecks and will indicate when its
ready to go. The AscTec High Performance
GPS usually finds the satellites in less than 10
seconds.
GPS Mode with direct speed control
The information from the Global Positioning
System (GPS) not only allows for an automatic
position hold, but also for controlled flight
paths with defined speeds and directions.
In this mode, the pilot does not have to
Charging up the
AscTec Powerpacks.
compensate for wind speed or direction of the
wind and thus can concentrate on doing his/
her job.
Starting and landing in GPS Mode
Take off and landing are the most critical
maneuvers in flight, so we made them as easy
as possible for you. In almost every situation
you can fly in GPS Mode you only need to give
a sink or climb command.
Height Mode for dynamic filming
The second available flight mode is Height
Mode, which is very easy to use.
In Height Mode, the system retains its height
and orientation, allowing you to fly the system
in plane at higher speeds e.g. for dynamic
filming. The maximum stick input is limited,
making it very beginner friendly.
Status Display
We directly incorporated all customers
feedback into the complete redesign of the
Status Display, which is your main source of
information about the flight systems status
and the communication interface to activate
functions.
All information is now even more accessible
and intuitive. The Status Display adapts itself
to the installed camera and displays clearly the
visual information. When the pilots attention
is required, straight forward voice notifications
are given. Many automatic functions can
be activated directly in the Mobile Ground
Stations Status Display without the need for
an auxiliary PC. Panoramic photo or Point of
Interest functions offer you new opportunities
for creative work. Our customers love this
unique and comfortable way of working with
the AscTecFalcon8.
After the flight
User-friendliness doesnt stop after landing.
Our battery chargers recognize the attached
batteries and set the charging parameters
accordingly. You only have to press a single
button to start charging.
Battery in, motors on
& take off!
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 Team Operation
Spread the workload to achieve impressive aerial videos or meet the challenging inspection tasks.
Independent Camera Control
In some showcases it is helpful to operate the
camera separately from the Mobile Ground
Station. For example in challenging aerial
video takes, approaching objects close up in
industrial inspections or even if the customer
wants to operate the camera and take photos
of their own house. With the optional hard- and
software package, a second person can
control the cameras tilt angle, the smooth yaw
movement of the system (camera pan), trigge-
ring and zooming of the camera (if applicable)
and also starting and stopping of the video
recording. The panning and tilting speed of the
camera can be set to three different levels for
intuitive control in all different situations. The
GPS-based way-
point navigation.
intelligently filtered joystick inputs help camera
operators to get smooth camera movements
from day one on. The input device with precise
analogue joysticks can be connected directly
to the Mobile Ground Station. There is nothing
to adjust simply plug in and give the camera
control to anybody. Dont worry, the pilot can
always take command.
Video goggles
Dedicated camera operators want to focus on
controlling the cameras point of view. With
video goggles you can shut out distracting
surroundings and focus on getting the perfect
shot. The clear and bright image is like looking
at a 45 screen at a distance of 7m. With an
integrated 5.8GHz video receiver and LiPo
battery, the video goggles are completely
independent of the Mobile Ground Station.
Waypoint Navigation
By using the optional Waypoint Navigation,
larger areas can be surveyed automatically.
A notebook, netbook or tablet can be
connected to the Mobile Ground Station to
direct the flight system on a map. Matrix pat-
terns can be set up with defined parameters
for the generation of up-to-date maps or 3D
reconstructions.
Video goggles
Fatshark.
Shared workload:
Controlling & shooting.
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 Video Mode
Specialized Video Mode for optimized flight characteristics and functionality.
Smooth flight characteristics
Our most demanding customers indicated
their need for a dedicated Video Mode for their
professional application. Not only experienced
pilots benefit from the perfectly tweaked flight
behavior, novice operators can also create
stunning aerial footage. The flight stabilization
and camera panning gets softer and all inputs
are filtered when activating the Video Mode.
In addition, the AscTecFalcon8 was sped
up to 6 m/s in fully controlled GPS Mode for
safe and easy tracking of moving objects
and to increase dynamics in POI shots or
establishers.
A camera dolly
movable in any position.
Enhanced one person operation
Operators who did complex aerial video always
told us they were in the need for an extra
hand to control all the camera functions. We
found an easier solution: In Video Mode, the
operator can assign the left stick to control
both panning and tilting of the camera simply
by pressing the trigger button. This offers a
totally new degree of freedom. Command a
certain climb rate, press the trigger and move
the camera with the left hand in all directions.
The right hand can still easily control the flight
systems movements. This feature enables
operators for the first time to control the flight
system and the camera simultaneously.
CableCam Mode
Another request by more experienced pilots
was a flight mode where a panning of the
camera doesnt affect the flight systems
course. With CableCam Mode activated, the
pilot can push the stick forward and fly in a
straight line no matter which way the camera is
pointing. With the Independent Camera Control
a camera operator can now turn the camera
without interfering the pilots control.
Full field of view.
Full flight control.
Combined functions
All functions can be combined for even greater
functionality. Activate the CableCam Mode with
the smooth flight characteristics of the Video
Mode and utilize the Independent Camera
Control for an easier two person operation, all
at once.
More functionality now!
/// Firmware V3.0
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 Comfort Package
Additional package with semiautomatic features and improved usability.
Waypoints and Paths
In the Mobile Ground Stations Status Display,
you can save the current position, height and
orientation of the flight system. This exact posi-
tion can later be flown to semi-automatically.
Multiple waypoints can be stored in a path and
then a complete flight path can be executed
later. The waypoint list only shows the current
reachable waypoints. An excellent function to
have, especially when documenting progress on
construction sites.
Define your POI & enjoy:
Ultimate automation.
Panoramic Photos
You can create cylindrical and even spherical
panoramic photos in any position. A full sphe-
rical panorama with 72 images can be shot in
just 34 minutes! The patented V-shape of the
AscTec Falcon 8 allows for very high definition
photos in any direction without a rotor in sight.
/// AscTec Falcon 8 incl. Firmware V3.0
Even gigapixel panoramas are possible now.
Do not hesitate to ask for further information
regarding the latest improvements.
Point of Interest (POI)
The easiest way to photograph or film objects
from any direction is with the POI function. All
that is required is to fly above the object and
mark it in flight. The camera will now always
orientate itself towards the object. You do not
have to control camera tilt or pan. This feature
can even be combined with the waypoint and
path function to create stunning camera flights
with the desired object always on screen. Slight
manual corrections of the POIs position are
always possible, however an abrupt control
input will easily put the system back into normal
flight mode.
Circle of Interest (COI)
This is an automated function for revolving
around an object, for example to create 3D
models. First, the object is easily marked in
flight. The pilot then directs the flight system to
the desired distance, height and camera view,
defines the angular variation and activates the
COI function.
The AscTecFalcon8 now performs the circular
flight pattern around the marked object and
automatically takes pictures from precisely
defined positions.
Great point of view 360.
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ORDER PROCEDURE

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Ascending Technologies GmbH does not take responsibility for damages related to misuse of their products. Since the
pilot is responsible for the correct usage and operation of the AscTec Falcon 8 system. Hence we recommend each pilot, to info@dreisoehne.com
participate in our basic training, where you can learn how to operate the system safely and responsibly. www.dreisoehne.com
For details please read our general terms and conditions and safety guidelines. December 2013 /// Version: 3.0

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