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Gerhart.... True, the RC pilot should still be able to control the MR while it is in GPS mode such that you could change direction, altitude etc. I hope DJI gets this issue fixed asap. It is shameful and dangerous to release an FC without this working properly.

Keep in mind that parkflyer quality 2.4Ghz RC systems are lower power than the more robust longer range 2.4Ghz RC systems. But yes.... In order for 2.4Ghz RC systems to operate without risk of interference from others using 2.4Ghz, there has to be significant bandwidth to allow for FHSS. Wider...

IMHO - The DJI built-in gimbal control was originally developed for servo controlled gimbals that did not require a dedicated IMU on the camera assembly such that the internal FC IMU could be utilized. The more recently developed BGC, i.e., brushless gimbal control systems (both two and three...

There are several of us thinking the same way regarding this issue. Glad someone took the initiative to put in in writing and draw it up. By utilizing the bicycle wheel concept but replacing the tire with a carbon fiber hoop would resolve nearly all issues with structure, vibration and...

Before deciding priorities between SARs and personal privacy in the great outdoors, one has to ask oneself what is his/her personal motivation for the need for privacy in public places! Those who abide by the laws of the land and are guided by a moral compass I suspect would have less objection...

Carbon fiber will plate dull cutters, milling and router bits very quickly because the friction produces excess heat which destroys the tool temper. One method to extend cutting tool life is to cool down the bits with "Super Cold" available from your local electronics store. Or you can use a...

The one drawback is that the GoPro uses a rolling shutter which leads to jello effect. By the time jello is eliminated by means of extra MR hardware etc. the MR weight goes up again. Most other cameras also weigh much more. Weight is a major issue as you could end up spending a lot more money on...

The TFR8SB works flawlessly with the Futaba T8FG. You can save a lot of money if you buy that one.

RotoTwit and all, If you want to know all there is to know about carbon fiber plate and tube etc. join the following Yahoogroups forum a most valuable resource: http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/CompositeRockets/files I participated and contributed there as well and have made my own cf plate...

Here is a relatively new Google polling tool that can collect and display valuable statistical data on items such as the new A2 but only if implemented correctly. The FAA, TC etc. and insurance companies all rely on statistical data in order to make informed decisions determine premium costs...

I discarded my Dubro magnetic prop balancer. I discovered that the steel shaft had become magnetized such that it always stopped rotating at the same position which threw off prop balancing. I tried to demagnetize the shaft by a few quick hits on one end with a hammer but that in turn created a...

A manufacturer that provides a total solution including RC radio system c/w FPV etc. is in a position to be responsible for the complete system and is also more likely to be held accountable in the even of an incident, e.g., Draganflyer. A manufacturer that opens their business to a multitude...

Even with the Futaba T8FG I was able to get confused enough at the beginning to get the bench top configuration wrong such that when I switched the MR into buddy box trainer mode, the RTH kicked in. While all functions were proven to work correctly on the bench I was not looking for any...

For all intents and purposes consider snowflakes as water droplets since they would immediately melt upon contact with warm motor windings and moisture is a major concern with all motor and transformer windings. In the case of larger power transformers, the windings are embedded in oil to help...

My situation is quite similar.... it does work..... but the simulation mode does not help build up my confidence level such that I am holding off..... too much of a giant leap of faith to air test it with my MR.

I've been using firmware 5.20 for a long time having logged over 100 flights..... no issues whatsoever. However I do not use the built-in gimbal functionality as I have a BGC with it's own IMU and remote RC pitch control bypasses the FC from Rx directly to BGC. While I like the concept of...

Or how about a flying Porta-Pottie!!! Sooner or later someone is going to combine the MR with HPR..... a new kind of hybrid system If above video does not work.... try this link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xgB8sBGsXs

The difference between motor torque and load torque defines the rate of motor/prop acceleration or deceleration. So focus on your motor torque capability to determine the speed at which your control system can respond.....motor speed is a secondary consideration such that a slow motor with...

Unfortunately DYS does not manufacture the new paddle props as required for the newer pancake style motor.

The convention for boats and aircraft is green = starboard and red = port side. In the case of aircraft there is also a white strobe on the tail. If the green appears on the left of your MR during flight, then you know that the nose is aimed towards home. But since the MR is fully symmetrical I...