Hello,
I'm new to all this. I have had a Phantom 1 for about 2 weeks and I'm loving it. Now I'm looking to add FPV functionality through my GoPro Hero 3+. My primary use is for arial cinematography to frame shots, but also to zoom around for FPV fun.
I'm operating the copter in rural Monntana, so there is very little (zero to my knowledge) interference from other people/devices. My flights are in big open spaces and I think I've gone 500-1000m.
Right now I've narrowed my choices to these two FPV kits:
-$285 kit from readymadeRC, 5.8GHz 600mW: http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=2066
-$340 this one on amazon from Black Pearl, 5.8GHz 200mW: http://www.amazon.com/Flysight-Blac...p/B00MQ6UZS8/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
I've spun myself around in circles not sure which to get. The amazon one is more expensive (though slightly), but seems more ready to go (have to get batteries for the other one), and has a monitor that will attach to the stock Dji controler. But the readymaderc seems like a more trustworthy, well-made brand?
The main difference is the 600 vs 200 mw, from what I can gather. Will my range be significantly increased by the 600? Or rather, is anything beyond 200 overkill for a Phantom 1? I keep reading conflicting arguments. Keep in mind I am flying in a remote area with little interference.
And I guess I could always upgrade to a 600mW transmitter later, using the other gear from the Black Pearl Kit?
Any help would be greatly appreciated! And if there is another kit that is out there I haven't seen, please let me know.
Thank you.
I'm new to all this. I have had a Phantom 1 for about 2 weeks and I'm loving it. Now I'm looking to add FPV functionality through my GoPro Hero 3+. My primary use is for arial cinematography to frame shots, but also to zoom around for FPV fun.
I'm operating the copter in rural Monntana, so there is very little (zero to my knowledge) interference from other people/devices. My flights are in big open spaces and I think I've gone 500-1000m.
Right now I've narrowed my choices to these two FPV kits:
-$285 kit from readymadeRC, 5.8GHz 600mW: http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=2066
-$340 this one on amazon from Black Pearl, 5.8GHz 200mW: http://www.amazon.com/Flysight-Blac...p/B00MQ6UZS8/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
I've spun myself around in circles not sure which to get. The amazon one is more expensive (though slightly), but seems more ready to go (have to get batteries for the other one), and has a monitor that will attach to the stock Dji controler. But the readymaderc seems like a more trustworthy, well-made brand?
The main difference is the 600 vs 200 mw, from what I can gather. Will my range be significantly increased by the 600? Or rather, is anything beyond 200 overkill for a Phantom 1? I keep reading conflicting arguments. Keep in mind I am flying in a remote area with little interference.
And I guess I could always upgrade to a 600mW transmitter later, using the other gear from the Black Pearl Kit?
Any help would be greatly appreciated! And if there is another kit that is out there I haven't seen, please let me know.
Thank you.