How to transfer from drone to computer, drone to remote, and remote to computer.
Wireless File Transfer from Drone to Remote
Objective
This SOP outlines the steps to wirelessly transfer files from a drone's internal storage to a remote controller and subsequently to a computer using a thumb drive or USB cable.
Key Steps
1. Prepare the Drone and Remote 0:01
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Ensure the drone is powered on.
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Confirm that the drone is set to save files to internal storage (if no SD card is present).
2. Capture Photos 0:47
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Take a photo using the drone.
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Check the preview window to confirm the photo was taken.
3. Download Photos from Internal Storage 1:04
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Click on the preview window to view the photo.
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Look for the download arrow in the bottom right corner.
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Click the download arrow to save the photo to the remote.
4. Verify Downloaded Photos 1:41
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Ensure the clarity of the downloaded photo has improved.
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Repeat the download process for additional photos as needed.
5. Access Files on the Remote 2:06
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Swipe down to access the main menu of the remote system.
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Navigate to the 'Files' section to view downloaded files.
6. Connect the Thumb Drive 3:16
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Plug a formatted thumb drive into the USB port on the remote.
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Confirm that the thumb drive appears on the left side of the screen.
7. Select Files for Transfer 3:24
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Press and hold on a file to select it.
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Scroll through and select additional files as needed.
8. Copy Files to Thumb Drive 3:44
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Click on the three dots in the top right corner.
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Select 'Copy to' (to avoid losing files).
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Navigate to the thumb drive and hit 'Copy'.
9. Confirm File Transfer 4:14
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Wait for the progress bar to complete.
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Check the thumb drive to ensure files are present.
10. Transfer Files to Computer 4:38
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Plug the thumb drive into the computer to access files.
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Alternatively, connect the remote to the computer using a USB cable.
11. Configure USB Settings (if needed) 5:20
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If using USB, go to Settings > System on the remote.
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Enable Developer Mode and set USB configuration to 'File Transfer'.
Cautionary Notes
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Always ensure the thumb drive is formatted before use.
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If using USB, ensure drivers are up to date on the computer to avoid connectivity issues.
Tips for Efficiency
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Use a thumb drive for faster and more reliable file transfers.
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Regularly check for software updates on the remote to ensure compatibility with computers.