Fat Shark DOMINATOR User Manual - Trouble Shooting
Fatshark 12 RC Vision Systems
Trouble shooting
Observation
Possible cause/solution
No image, display is
completely dark
- No power supplied. Check power
connections.
No image, display is
glowing dark grey
- 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
Lots of interference lines
(horizontal lines) with
2.4Ghz receiver
- Choose a cleaner channel.
- Change to 5.8Ghz AV
- Check correct frequency antenna is used
Lots of interference lines
(horizontal lines) when
using 5.8Ghz receiver
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
Head tracker not working
- Ensure module pins are aligned correctly
into headset socket
- Review controller manual for correct settings
- Check servos are plugged into
correspondingly selected channels
Short range
- Ensure correct antenna are installed
- Check for other sources of interference
- Ensure transmitter has clear LOS to
headset. Test in wide open area, away from
any obstructions
Short range (con’t)
- Ensure that a compatible antenna is
installed. 2.4Ghz must use a 2.4Ghz antenna
and 5.8Ghz must use a 5.8Ghz antenna
- do not use other manufacture antenna, they
may be dual band or may be reverse SMA (no
center pin to connect to receiver)
White dots on LCD
display
You were careless and left goggles exposed
to sun. Sun burnt off LCD color filter.
Lens fogs up
Cooler optical lens are heated by your humid
face causing condensation. Pre warm
goggles by wearing on head.
The system can be exchanged for a new unit within 7 days for any
manufacturing defects if returned in new condition. The video headset
will be warranted for repair for 2 years if no signs of excessive use.
Buyer will be responsible for shipping costs. If beyond the warranty
period we will provide repair services.