Multirotor, multicopter and quadcopter discussion - The Drone thread

d_brennen · 28 Mar 2017 at 12:11

Haven't frequented this thread for the winter as have been doing indoorsy stuff

What's the situation with selling multirotor stuff on here, still a no-no? I want rid of my Walkera F210 and Rodeo 150 as they aren't getting any use but abhor eBay and the likes

The_Abyss · 28 Mar 2017 at 13:23

I think it is ok in the member's market - I'm sure I've seen a few Phantom's sold in there.

Andybtsn · 28 Mar 2017 at 14:00

I was thinking of selling my 3 adv due to lack of use but I think I'll regret it when the nice weather comes out.

d_brennen · 28 Mar 2017 at 15:04

schizo said:
Yes that's correct,there has been a few drones/quadcopters for sale in there lately as well.

Post from the MM Q&A thread. So happy I can sell to sane people on here instead of the unwashed masses/forums I am not regular on

Genoma · 31 Mar 2017 at 12:49

I've seen drone stuff sold in AV MM, but as above worth asking. I'm also interested as I need to do some housekeeping...

Andybtsn · 1 Apr 2017 at 02:54

Sounds a stupid question but is there a way to deactivate the no fly zone on the DJI? Reason I ask is my parents live within around 2 miles of an RAF base that is used for training. They don't fly on the weekend nor do they fly over my parents house. I wanted to get some shots of the house and also to demo the drone to my Dad. I take it there is no way I can get it in the air is there?

Delvis · 1 Apr 2017 at 09:26

Not unless you hack it I'd have thought, i assume it's all done with the firmware and updates.

In other news, fried my osd/pdb

going to give up with that brand

Cyclone · 6 Apr 2017 at 06:43

There's a new quad coming out from DJI soon. Rumours are it could possibly be a 250 size racer, or maybe just for selfies.

More info on the DJI Spark - http://www.mavic-guide.co.uk/dji-spark-drone/

unKle · 6 Apr 2017 at 13:35

Second time in 3 months I've had to use DJI repair service, firmware update on the Mavic failed and corrupted the 'intelligent' side of the battery, just waiting for an RMA number from them to send it back. Hopefully it'll be a straight swap out, unless they have a rig for re-flashing batteries.

MonsterMoshi · 13 Apr 2017 at 18:45

Could anyone recommend me a new flight controller
This used to be so easy when I built my quad but now there are thousands of options!
Been using the Acro naze rev5
Need one that works with clean flight, mag and baro sensor gps support and at least two uart pins
Big list I know but it's for my dissertation is these are a must!

Naze rev6 fits the bill but people have had issue with it and availability seems to be a problem
Need in the next week so uk store too

Also a good uk supplier of branded LiPo's

Delvis · 15 Apr 2017 at 10:52

I've only ever had a CC3D, that has two uarts on it I believe. Flashed to betaflight

As for batteries I use 1300mah Turnigy Graphenes, orderd from Hobby King, seem fine for me. They also do other version such as nano-tech

Bigpops · 15 Apr 2017 at 16:37

MonsterMoshi said:
Could anyone recommend me a new flight controller
This used to be so easy when I built my quad but now there are thousands of options!
Been using the Acro naze rev5
Need one that works with clean flight, mag and baro sensor gps support and at least two uart pins
Big list I know but it's for my dissertation is these are a must!
Naze rev6 fits the bill but people have had issue with it and availability seems to be a problem
Need in the next week so uk store too

Also a good uk supplier of branded LiPo's

I'd probably buy the new F4 Evo board from Seriously Pro for that.
Lipo wise, just go to hobby king. They'll almost certainly have the size/cell count you want unless it's 6S 5000mah.

The_Abyss · 15 Apr 2017 at 22:05

Slowly getting to grips with the Mavic and photography at night

bingham67 · 19 Apr 2017 at 21:19

Anyone know much about the Xiaomi Mi drone 4k I love there phones and it at a decent price

Dup · 24 Apr 2017 at 11:45

Hi guys,

Decided I'm finally get myself into the RC flight hobby.

I'm going to start with a foamie plane first as that's what I fancy but would like to invest in a quad down the line.

So I want to know if the FrSky Tanaris X7 is worth it? I've done my reading and it's seems pretty much what I need to get going with possible scope for mods when they become more popular. I plan to get the transmitter first and do some sim stuff and then start my basic build down the line.

There's talk of EU vs international firmware etc for receiver compatibility. Is this a big issue or can I ignore that? I'll be wanting a receiver that does telemetry that can maybe be swapped to a quad at a later date. I'm not bothered about the battery situation as I'll end up using a LiPo.

It certainly looks like a better alternative to the 9XR Pro with FrSky hacked in that I was looking at last year.

Cheers

ArchAnGeL · 24 Apr 2017 at 12:12

I got mine at Christmas and don't regret it. No issue's with firmware but I have only bought the radio and receivers from UK stores. I haven't done anything with the battery and usually fly 10 packs (3min miniquad). Not seen any warnings. Definately worth it for me; especially liked the PID / Rate change scripts. With the the USB interface it makes sims less of a hassle too.

Rannoch · 25 Apr 2017 at 15:42

Been toying with getting the Mavic for a while. Must resist.....

Dup · 25 Apr 2017 at 16:07

ArchAnGeL said:
I got mine at Christmas and don't regret it. No issue's with firmware but I have only bought the radio and receivers from UK stores. I haven't done anything with the battery and usually fly 10 packs (3min miniquad). Not seen any warnings. Definately worth it for me; especially liked the PID / Rate change scripts. With the the USB interface it makes sims less of a hassle too.

Thanks man. This is my research has me pretty much settled on the radio now

Vargas said:
Been toying with getting the Mavic for a while. Must resist.....

Shhh. Aside from the scratch built side of things, I really want a Mavic for my adventures hiking up mountains in the UK. Far too tempting but trying to keep frivolous spending to a minimum.

Rannoch · 25 Apr 2017 at 16:11

I would nip along the road and take mine to the top of Schiehallion.

The_Abyss · 25 Apr 2017 at 17:46

Vargas said:
Been toying with getting the Mavic for a while. Must resist.....

Do it! They're enormous fun and so, so portable.