Well, I'm finally home. Attached the booster. Very cool! But I'm at a loss as to what function the shims serve, and how to install them. Anyone have a photo?
DIY Antenna Booster for Phantom 3
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Dave included an instruction sheet in my package. Check to see if you have it. I have installed my clips so can't sent s pic
didn't see any shims in mine-- can anyone post a picture--- maybe I threw them out with the bathwater
Actually I bought it from dynamic 3 D Solutions, but never got a confirming e-mail for purchase.
Got mine today, can you explain what the 2 extra strips of foil is for and the 2 round rings, thanks!? Will test it tomorrow, looks great btw.
Yeah, I have it, and read it, but there were no pics lol!! I'm sure when I see how they're supposed to attach, I'll slap myself for being so dense.
DUH!! I just slapped myself!!
I knew when I finally "got" it, it would be easy and make sense. It made it much more secure with the RC!
Funny how they're willing to pitch in and help, once they see all that money starting to flow in!
Oso
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From what I can tell, you need to remove (and then put back) the antennas to attach this reflector. You can't just quickly slide it on and off. Is that correct?
David I got my Windsurfer today, thanks for the prompt shipping. It fits beautifully on the RC and works great. I took her out 5500 ft today with only 1 warning which went away with better aiming. Figured that was far enough for my 7th flight with the bird.
It boggles my mind that I can get 1 mile + range on a typical neighborhood flight with trees and hilly terrain. These devices are incredible and your windsurfer takes them the next level with no permanent modification.
Thanks!
Oso
Premium Pilot
Gotcha. Antenna removal would have been a showstopper for me so thanks for clarifying. I'm not too thrilled with needing to 'snap' the antennas in place. I'd rather just slide something down onto the antennas with no snap.
Does it feel sturdy enough to not break the reflector or crack the antenna with repeated use?
Very sturdy! I was pleasantly surprised at the build of it. After clicking the upper antenna snaps into place, it is very sturdy. Add the two shims at the bottom, and it's almost a part of the controller! Very snug, very sturdy! I won't ever worry about cracking the antennas.......... it's a fit that you'll understand once you see it. I can't explain it very well, but it's a very close, tight fit on the top clips.
Oso
Premium Pilot
Try this design? You get more range since it reflects more of the signal:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/311405462696?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
http://www.ebay.com/itm/311405462696?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
I don't "get" that design at all. It looks like it cannot adjust any farther back towards the controller, therefore leaving it "aiming" downwards, towards the ground. Am I missing something?
Naaaah - Dave IS the man & cheaper -
I'll be ordering in the next week or so, Dave. btw what is shipping cost to Australia?
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