Did another 'long distance' run today. Goal was to best my last flight of 1 mile, but using a Helical antenna this time. Let me tell you, the Helical is LOADS better than than standard SpiroNet/cloverleaf. Video was crystal clear the entire way, up until the turn around at the 1.5 mile mark. Had some break up (complete loss) for about 20 seconds, but it cleared up as I made some progress home. At this point, I think my video is out performing the stock Phantom transmitter.
Going to put a fresh set of batteries in the transmitter and shoot for 2 miles next. May end up adding a second battery just to be safe. Landed at 10.8v, recovering to 11.3 volts within about 30-60 seconds or so (according to iOSD). Had a pretty strong headwind that put a hurt on battery while getting out there.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuQit6zJQcg[/youtube]
Going to put a fresh set of batteries in the transmitter and shoot for 2 miles next. May end up adding a second battery just to be safe. Landed at 10.8v, recovering to 11.3 volts within about 30-60 seconds or so (according to iOSD). Had a pretty strong headwind that put a hurt on battery while getting out there.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuQit6zJQcg[/youtube]