Recent content by zenador78

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    New Phantom2. LEDS normal, but motors won't spin

    You should download and install the firmware updates. Then do a full calibration of both the P2 and transmitter. The CSC to start the P2 is in corners, not straight down. I pull both sticks to the bottom inside corner. Lastly, do you live near an airport?
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    Transit Bracket

    I bought the fusionimaging H33D lock from Shapeways. http://www.shapeways.com/model/2707177/gopro-zenmuse-h3-3d-gimbal-transport-lock.html?materialId=62 Works great, but IMO it could have been made thicker. They must use the finest nozzle available when printing it for the most accurate fit...
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    What do you use to edit vid/pics?

    2012 Macbook Pro 13" on Yosemite 8GB RAM 2.9GHz Intel i7 Upgraded internal HDD to Samsung Pro 850 500GB SSD External 128GB Sandisk SSD for Workflow FCP X (Filters to remove the GoPro fish-eye) Motion 5 Compressor Adding ram is one thing, but fast HDDs and a proper workflow make all the...
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    DJI Self Tightening Prop Balance Rods

    I just received mine today, same 10 days to Canada as BigBull. He shipped them the day after the order. The rod is perfect, I can balance my blades with confidence, as opposed to all the other methods I tried. Highly recommend to everyone. Cheers, Z
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    3.08 Discussion Thread for P2NV / P2Z

    Does anyone know if DJI pulled the battery FW from their site? I was installing my new H3-3D last night, and decided to update stuff. I didn't do the gimbal FW, but it shows an update (10.0.0.46 IIRC). The FC was updated to 3.08, but the battery FW is sitting at 2.0.0.0. In both Phantom Assist...
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    HDMI splitting

    Re: HDMI splitting Sure can. A passive splitter just takes all the contacts on the HDMI input and creates two or more outputs. This would be the same as taking a LiPo , soldering two connectors to the leads, and powering 2 devices. An active splitter has internal circuitry between all the...
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    HDMI splitting

    Re: HDMI splitting The ones that need power are active splitters. I have one for gaming that supports HDCP. What you're looking for is a passive splitter like this - http://www.amazon.com/Corporation-Passi ... B0084ZY7FM Active splitters only have a wall-wart for 5v or 12v, you could probably...
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    The iOSD Mini mounted internally, why?

    Same here. That said - I wish there was a short canbus cable option for the iOSD mini. I dislike excess cable - everything cut to length where possible. Guess that comes from wiring network racks in my job.
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    New guy with a new Phantom 2

    That sucks WW. I spent the last week picking up stuff for my FPV setup and installing it. IRC600mw vtx, IRC Uno vrx, iOSD mini, 7" monitor, batteries, mount... Today was the first day that was decent enough to go fly. I kept it low and close, I'm no where near brave enough for these...
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    Looking for other Phantom Pilots?

    I guess I make the 3rd person from Hamilton. Assuming most people here are legal drinking age (given the cost of this hobby and needing $$ to fund it,) anyone up for pub night to discuss all-things-Phantom? This IS the local meet-up section... Any takers can post here or PM me. Cheers, Zen
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    First Flights

    Here are 2 edited videos of my first 2 flights. First Flight - No issues. http://youtu.be/gsQdXpxAZA8 Second Flight - Missed a low batter warning, RTH kicked in under trees, crash ensued. No damage thankfully. http://youtu.be/-22plJKto_E Cheers, Zen
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    New guy with a new Phantom 2

    Thanks guys. I specifically chose the 2.4Ghz for it's range and penetration. I would rather sacrifice FPV signal penetration than control. I took my Phantom out yesterday for its first real flights. The first one was excellent. 10 solid minutes in the air. Which felt longer than that - The...
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    New guy with a new Phantom 2

    Hello Peoples New guy here - just picked up a Phantom 2 yesterday - and I love it. Not my first drone, but my first big one. My others are indoor little ones, a Blade Nano QX, and 2 Estes Proto X. Found this site researching FPV options for my P2, and am impressed with the community here...