ROTORACER Racebase FC [F3, OSD, BEC, Video Filter]
A friend sent me a link to this FC earlier. It has a nice set of features, it pretty much ticks all my boxes so it's a good candidate to replace my F3Evo which is so hard to tune. Specs: - Processor:...
View ArticleXNova Hypersonic 2205 Motor - 2300KV 2600KV
New motors from XNova, the Hyersonic 2205. There are two versions, 2300KV and 2600KV. Weight is 30g, Motors are rated for 2S-4S LiPo. 2300KV version Thrust: 1240g @ 35.4A with DAL 5045x3 and 4S 2600KV...
View ArticleRuncam Owl Review
The only thing I regret is that I didn't buy this sooner! It comes in a slightly larger box than the Foxeer HS1177 and/or HS1190. The packaging itself is quite nice, it feels like I just bought a new...
View ArticleMicro MinimOSD Wiring Tips and Tricks
If you've got a PDB with dedicated pins for Cam, Video, and OSD, you can use a really simplified wiring setup for your Micro MinimOSD. This is how I did it with my Demon Core V2.3. (Part of the wiring...
View ArticleTattu R-Line 1300mAh 95C Lipo Battery
Gens Ace Tattu have released a new range of batteries designed specifically for FPV racing. Lower internal resistance, lower landing temperatures along with a higher capacity are all claims made by...
View ArticleBalls Award goes to this pilot
If you are like me and just love helicopters then you will love this.
View Articleand discussion on Martian II 255mm
Hi guys, so I'm planning on building another Quad for myself as my ZMR250 with DYS 1806 is a bit on the slow side. Also I wanted to be safe to run 4s (1806 get a little warm for my taste on 4s/5040...
View Article360° Camera on a Race Drone: HowTo & Flight Video!
Hi guys! I put a 360° camera on my race drone. This is the Making-of, where I review the camera and show how I put it on my quadcopter. It also includes DVR video & video from the 360 camera...
View Articlequad vibrates/twitches/glitches on throttle-up
Gaak! My new build is acting oddly. When I throttle up beyond a certain throttle-level, the quad starts twitching. You can see in the video below. This happens in Angle mode as well as in Rate mode,...
View ArticleReptile Martian 3 crash results in newborn Lantian LTX-HEX4-215
I got this frame from banggood lying around for some time now, and since I crashed my Martian 3 yesterday it is a good reason to start that build. Here is the crash from yesterday. Faceplant a ninja...
View ArticleTS100 soldering iron from Banggood any good?
http://www.banggood.com/TS100-Digital-OL...84214.html Have anyone tried this soldering iron? It looks quite nice and I like that it can run on 12-24V so it you can actually use it in the field with a...
View ArticleEachine Racer 130 Banggood £90
Just found this on Banggood. Not sure if anyone has shared this yet or if this is posted in the correct section. For the price this would be a great quad for someone who is interested in getting into...
View ArticleDepinning a VTx for tight spaces
Many times while making or building a copter with very tight spaces and no room for error, we face the problem of putting our VTx properly! Mostly we end up strapping our Vtx at some place where we...
View Articlelight weight Buzzer for micro quads
Found these buzzers on ebay, weights only 0.8g each, should be good for micro quads either lost model or voltage alarm (brushed or brushless) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/152078153535
View Article3D flight & Flight Distance
Flight Distance I have recently bought XK 350 Air Dancer. I want to monitor flight distance. Is it possible to install any component which can send signals to notebook/mobile for remote...
View ArticleCommon Problems and Solutions with Mini Quads
We often see the same problem over and over, to save time repeating the same answer, here is a compilation of issues, with cause and solution. Please let me know if there is a common problem you see...
View ArticleJust a reminder
Hey Everyone, Just a reminder, That should you wish to Have a Community fund raiser or post your own Free Giveaways Please use this thread. The Forum Events thread is for Admin/Mod/Sponsor Giveaways.
View Article45 degree SMA connector
First time I have seen these. So, I bought 4 to test out. Could be just the right angle for goggle antenna, or for that weird angle you need on your VTX. found here http://www.buzzhobbies.com
View ArticleHow To Host a Giveaway
We appreciate your generosity helping out and giving away precious FPV/Multirotor items to our members. Just a reminder that this section is for is for Admin/Mod/Sponsor Giveaways only. If you wish to...
View ArticleHow Low is too low ?
WARNING ! Graphic language warning. Please do not watch if it offends. The use of the "F" word. But you will understand why if you watch it. No offence intended , nor wishing to upset those who do...
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