Recent content by kinetix

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    P4P Aftermarket Batteries in 2024

    I have several P4P v2.0 and bought a couple of aftermarket batteries. They are "ExpertPower 2 Pack High Capacity (15.2V 5870mAh) Intelligent Flight Replacement Battery for DJI Phantom 4". I'm feeling a bit uncomfortable about putting the AC up in the are with them. Does anyone have any horror...
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    DJI Mavic 3E Camera Question

    My understanding is that for mapping you really need a mechanical (not a rolling) shutter which is what the Phantom4 Pro has and as I understand it the Mavic 3E. That said I don't know what app you can run on the M3E since it has a dedicated remote controller. The Mavic 3 Pro appears to be a...
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    Is it a bad idea to buy P4P V2.0 in 2023 ?

    DJI just released a firmware update for the V2.0 that will make it RID compliant. They are still a great choice for flying photogrammetry and mapping missions due to the 1" 20mp sensor and mechanical shutter. I just picked up a third one last week!
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    P4P v2.0 Fly Safe

    I recently bought a used like new P4P v2.0 on marketplace. The owner hadn't updated the firmware so I did that first thing. I live in a GEO zone so I always start by getting those unlocked for any drone I plan to fly. Of course I had to add the "new" drone to the database. I then did the typical...
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    Litchi for Telecommunications Inspection

    I am considering an opportunity to do telecommunications inspections. I fly a p4p V2.0 and they need me to use Litchi which I have no experience with. Anyone done such work with this kit?
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    Unlocking License?

    Just got my P4P back from repairs at DJI. I linked it back up with the controller and the top left of the screen had a red band with white letters "Cannot Take Off". This is all new since DJI worked on the drone. Going to the aircraft status page the Overall Status has a Red Triangle, tapping...
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    P4P Crash Repair Shop Recommendations

    Had a pretty serious crash onto a concrete slab. Housings are shattered and the camera is torn from the gimbal. Looking for recommendations for repair shops to determine if it is worth repairing. I have searched the forum but the posts are all over the map and many lead to dead links. thanks
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    Part needed - Screw that connects device bracket to controller body

    I've lost the screw that connects the device holder bracket to the top of the controller body (P4P not plus) and need a source to buy a replacement. It's the flat head, slotted, recessed screw that screws in from the side to connect the two aluminum pieces. Any ideas for a source? thanks
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    Best Repair Center

    Thanks everyone for their input. I finally decided to send it to DJI in California. They provided a shipping label and I sent it off. A few days later they replied that it needed a GPS module and two sensors and the repair would be at no charge. I was surprised because I assumed it was out of...
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    Pro 4 V2.0.... not available at Best Buy

    Just got the v 2.0 (not the plus) from BHPhoto. I've bought a lot of photo gear from them over the years and you won't find a better outfit.
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    Best Repair Center

    Thanks RDZ
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    Best Repair Center

    Thanks Jarrod, I'll contact them
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    Best Repair Center

    Are you referring to Magic Sky or a DJI facility?
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    Best Repair Center

    I have a P4P that is just out of warranty and has an intermittant GPS problem (Drone Deploy reports "poor GPS health). While flying w/ GO it jumps in and out of ATTI mode. Looks like I need to send it in. I am in Idaho so looking for continental US. I've read the horror stories about DJI factory...