Recent content by Kit Walker

Thanks. Nope no screws in attendance, this one's on me. My bad. Pete.

I have just learnt an expensive mistake - P3adv. I fitted a set of alloy motor mount protectors but found that the original screws were now too short. So I used a 'guesstimate' and purchased longer ones. Result; they screwed too far in and into the motors. An "ESC status error" was displayed...

Thanks Brockrock, will try. Thanks With the Birds, yes................... I had installed prop-guards before the last flight. I now wonder if it was the longer screws? I have since removed the guards and replaced the original screws. No change though, I am still getting the ESC status warning...

Sorry Neon Euc, I forgot to mention, I did delete each version before installing the next. Thanks again. Pete

Thanks Neon Euc, I have reinstalled the latest firmware- no success, then uninstalled it and reinstalled the previous version - no success, then reinstalled the latest version again - no success. Pete.

Thank you alokbhargava, Motors don't run at all. All is well in the pre-flight mode but as soon as I try to start, it comes up with the message; "ESC status error. Restart aircraft. Contact DJI support if this persists after restart". The aircraft has never crashed, has been well looked...

I have an ESC error that has just popped up and I can't fly. The craft has had a comfortable life, no damage or hard landings etc, is only 10 months old and I have upgraded the firmware. The only solution seems to be to return it to DJI for repair. Before I do I was wondering if anyone has any...

Hi Reed L. I note that you have 'cup-covers' on each motor. Is this to offer protection from damage, dust and thread damage? Are these commercially available or have you adapted them yourself? Thanks, Pete.

I note, looking through threads and watching instructional videos, that there is a great emphasis on battery safety, particularly the chance of ignition and risk of fire danger. I normally store my batteries in the drone carry case which provides no fire-safety at all. Do others do the same or...

Thank you Meta4. I hope that you are correct and the world really is as perfect as we would like. 2 questions: 1/ Is there a list available to the flying public of universal customs/flight allowances for all countries available? 2/ If carrying a drone onto a commercial aircraft does it go...

The thought of travelling with my drone Internationally and being able to take aerial video/photo footage of my travels seems exciting, but I wonder about the risk of having the drone taken off me at airport security/customs around the world. Do some countries have restrictions or is this...

(I posted this in another thread, and decided that maybe it should be flown for all to see) I have found an easy way to unscrew filters off the camera lens. Using the prop-tightening spanner, I 'wrap' the circular part of the spanner around the filter then gently but firmly give it a slight...

Thanks guys for your replies. I value your feedback. I have found an easy way to unscrew filters off the camera lens. Using the prop-tightening spanner, I 'wrap' the circular part of the spanner around the filter then gently but firmly give it a slight turn until it loosens. DO NOT, twist...

Thanks guys for your input. I've downloaded/printed a copy of the users manual so I am now happily browsing through and learning. This is a great forum. Pete.

I was wondering if a more detailed operators manual was available for the Phantom 3 Adv ? I have a couple of basic "leaflet" type instruction pamphlets but would like a more in-depth instruction book. Is there such a beast available and where can I hunt it down? Pete.