How to charge and maintain Skydio X10 batteries
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Skydio X10 batteries are shipped in a state of hibernation and will not power on your drone out of the box. Your batteries will automatically exit this state once they begin charging for the first time.
Using the Skydio X10 Dual Charger
The Skydio X10 Dual Charger sequentially charges two batteries. The Dual Charger will prioritize fully charging the battery with the highest charge level. If both batteries are depleted, it will prioritize the battery that is inserted first.
Step 1 - Remove battery from drone Skydio X10 batteries are held in place using a magnetic connection.
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Step 2 - Place batteries into the X10 Dual Charger Ensure the battery and connection pins are free of debris and interference. Gently push down to ensure the batteries are properly seated. |
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Step 3 - Insert the power supply Two charging ports are located on the back of the Skydio X10 Dual Charger. Use either the:
or the
Plug into a power source. |
[caution] Third-party adapters and cables are not supported. Only use the Skydio-provided power supplies and cables to charge your batteries. [/caution]
[note] Pass-through charging is not currently supported. This functionality will be enabled in a future software update. [/note] |
Battery Charge States |
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Actively charging |
Pulsing blue |
Waiting to charge |
Solid blue |
Charging complete |
Solid green |
Power Supply Charge Times |
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230 W barrel jack power supply |
About 1 hour to charge a depleted battery |
100 W USB-C power supply |
About 1 hour 45 minutes to charge a depleted battery |
Using Skydio X10
Step 1 - Insert battery Align the battery with the rails and slide toward the sensor package until the magnets engage.
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Step 2 - Locate the charging USB-C port The charging port is located on the back of the drone above the battery.
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Step 2 - Insert the 100 W USB-C power supply Plug into a power source.
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Charging the Skydio X10 Controller
Step 1 - Locate the USB-C port The charging port is located on the back of the controller. Looking at the back of the controller:
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Step 2 - Insert the 100 W USB-C power supply Insert the power supply into the USB-C port on the Skydio X10 Controller and plug it into a power source.
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Battery Warming in Cold Environments
For extremely cold environments, the Skydio X10 battery features self-warming technology to enable flight within 5 minutes.
If the X10 battery is below 32°F (0°C), Skydio X10 will be prevented from launching. You will need to pre-warm your batteries before you can launch.
- Battery self-warming is supported down to -4°F (-20°C).
- Skydio X10 will allow launching in limited performance mode while continuing the operate the self-warmer until full performance is restored.
- A battery must have at least 30% charge to self-warm.
- A fully charged battery is strongly recommended when flying in cold weather.
- Flight time will be reduced in cold temperatures.
- Minimize aggressive maneuvering in extremely cold environments.
Pre-warming Skydio X10 Batteries
If Skydio X10 detects that a battery is too cold to launch, the battery will automatically begin self-warming. Launch will become unblocked when the battery is sufficiently warmed for the given state of charge.
You also have the option to prewarm a battery before inserting into the drone:
Step 1 - Triple tap the battery button to begin the self-warming process
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Step 2 - If the battery is cold enough it will begin self-warming
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Step 3 - Insert the battery into the drone and power on
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Resetting the Battery
To reset the battery, hold the power button for 15 seconds. |
Battery Storage and Maintenance
- Store batteries at room temperature 71°F - 82°F (22°C - 28°C) for optimal performance and longevity.
- Store batteries in a cool, dry area with less than 75% relative humidity. Do not store your batteries in extreme environmental conditions.
- Batteries in an idle state (14 days of idle time with no flights) will start to self-discharge in an effort to retain capacity. This may take several days to complete and it is normal for the battery to be slightly warm during this discharge process.
- Prior to installing the battery, inspect the battery connection pins and the battery bay to ensure that they are undamaged and free of debris.
- Safely handle and dispose of any batteries in accordance with all local laws and regulations.
- The Skydio X10 battery features self-warming technology. When flying in temperatures below 32°F (0°C), prewarm batteries before launching. Battery endurance may be degraded when operating near temperature limits below -4°F (-20°C) and above 113°F (45°C).
- We recommend replacing batteries every 300 battery cycles for optimal performance
- A battery cycle is the depletion of at least 80% of the charge
- An undamaged and properly stored battery can be safely used beyond 300 cycles
- More information on the Battery Warranty can be found here
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