Am I losing my mind? Battery

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I bought the package that didn't include the extra battery, but now I'd like to get one. Am I losing my mind or is it true you can't buy an extra battery on the DJI website?! I have looked allover the site and can't find where you buy just a battery....Any suggestions?

Also, would you all recommend any must buy accessories for a first time pilot?

Greatly appreciate the help! Cheers!
 
Bateman233 said:
I bought the package that didn't include the extra battery, but now I'd like to get one. Am I losing my mind or is it true you can't buy an extra battery on the DJI website?! I have looked allover the site and can't find where you buy just a battery....Any suggestions?

Also, would you all recommend any must buy accessories for a first time pilot?

Greatly appreciate the help! Cheers!
That's correct... You must purchase with an authorized dealer: http://www.dji.com/product/dt7-dr16-rc-system/dealer

I'm sure you knew the extra battery with the original purchase would have been significantly cheaper. Sold separately it will cost you about $100 more. Perhaps you can contact your vendor to see if you can still get the deal or not...
 
Must buy accessories would include:

1) An extra set of props. The vision+ does come with some but you will more than likely need another set anyway.. It doesn't take much to destroy a prop. Lots of knock offs on these. I ordered mine here: http://www.davesmotors.com/DJI-Phantom- ... -1CCW.html. They're genuine DJI.
2) Prop Guards. Make sure you don't buy the knock offs. Buy the DJI ones. Amazon has them. Part 28 is what you want. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I4N ... UTF8&psc=1
3) Extra AA batteries, and maybe one of these for on the go charging of your range extender if needed: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NF ... UTF8&psc=1
4) GPS tracker. See my thread here: viewtopic.php?f=27&t=13834
5) Skid extenders... helps to avoid the Phantom from tipping over on landing. See this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XNnp2ILhdA

I think that's enough for now... :)
 
Bateman233 said:
I bought the package that didn't include the extra battery, but now I'd like to get one. Am I losing my mind or is it true you can't buy an extra battery on the DJI website?! I have looked allover the site and can't find where you buy just a battery....Any suggestions?

Also, would you all recommend any must buy accessories for a first time pilot?

Greatly appreciate the help! Cheers!

http://www.motionrc.com/dji-phantom-2-5200mah-3s-lipo-battery/

*includes FREE shipping
 
hwb2107 said:
Bateman233 said:
I bought the package that didn't include the extra battery, but now I'd like to get one. Am I losing my mind or is it true you can't buy an extra battery on the DJI website?! I have looked allover the site and can't find where you buy just a battery....Any suggestions?

Also, would you all recommend any must buy accessories for a first time pilot?

Greatly appreciate the help! Cheers!

Got all mine from B&H.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1 ... ttery.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1 ... m/alsVwDtl

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1 ... m/alsVwDtl

Thank you for the info! I went to the link and got a battery.
 
srandall25 said:
Bateman233 said:
I bought the package that didn't include the extra battery, but now I'd like to get one. Am I losing my mind or is it true you can't buy an extra battery on the DJI website?! I have looked allover the site and can't find where you buy just a battery....Any suggestions?

Also, would you all recommend any must buy accessories for a first time pilot?

Greatly appreciate the help! Cheers!
That's correct... You must purchase with an authorized dealer: http://www.dji.com/product/dt7-dr16-rc-system/dealer

I'm sure you knew the extra battery with the original purchase would have been significantly cheaper. Sold separately it will cost you about $100 more. Perhaps you can contact your vendor to see if you can still get the deal or not...

Ya kicking myself now for not getting the 2nd battery package. Now I know in future. Thanks for the info and help.
 
srandall25 said:
Must buy accessories would include:

1) An extra set of props. The vision+ does come with some but you will more than likely need another set anyway.. It doesn't take much to destroy a prop. Lots of knock offs on these. I ordered mine here: http://www.davesmotors.com/DJI-Phantom- ... -1CCW.html. They're genuine DJI.
2) Prop Guards. Make sure you don't buy the knock offs. Buy the DJI ones. Amazon has them. Part 28 is what you want. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I4N ... UTF8&psc=1
3) Extra AA batteries, and maybe one of these for on the go charging of your range extender if needed: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NF ... UTF8&psc=1
4) GPS tracker. See my thread here: viewtopic.php?f=27&t=13834
5) Skid extenders... helps to avoid the Phantom from tipping over on landing. See this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XNnp2ILhdA

I think that's enough for now... :)

Hey I seriously really appreciate all the info you provided. I purchased the prop guards on Amazon and got an extra battery (so blimey expensive!)...
 

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