Recent content by SkyGuyNH

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    Improved GPS reception?

    Did this same mod yesterday with AL foil tape, covered with Scotch packing tape. Prior to the mod, I would rarely get more than 4-5 sats sitting on my workbench, and it would take several minutes to get those. After mod, I had 7-8 sats as soon as the wifi connected! Thank you Dronexperts!
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    A GOOD crash!

    Sometimes you just get lucky: Pilot error got my P2V+ too close to some branches about 10' above the ground. Crashed & bounced on some rocks below- upside down. (That's the good part!) Hit hard enough to actually pop the battery completely out. :o Damage: One nicked prop, chipped decal. Lost...
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    Getting cold feet and don't have my P2V+ yet.

    Chill. All will be well, Grasshopper. Took my first P2V+ out of the box, did all the upgrades & a compass cal. Went to fire it up and one motor was "sticky" (best I can describe it.) Sent it back for exchange (B&H Photo- YEA!). Did the same thing with the second one, everything is perfect-...
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    Camera Guard

    Me too! "This payment cannot be completed and your account has not been charged. Please contact your merchant for more information."
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    Newbie checklist

    I sold my Phantom Vision to my brother- wrote this list to help him get started, & thought it might be helpful to other newbies. Please let me know if you see any glaring errors or omissions! Here's some random hints & tips for you - DO NOT use prop guards. DO NOT change to carbon fiber props...
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    Proud Vision parents show off their offspring!

    Do NOT leave your young Visions unattended!
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    Vision Plus Replacement Landing Gear

    Just happen to have one of each on hand- the Vision+ legs are 1/2" longer than the Vision.