Those are 2 words that shouldn't go together-like on oxymoron.
In the bottom of your phantom picture-I have a hard time making out IF there is even a gimbal+camera on the aircraft...??
Question; why did you chose to mount everything outside?
iOS Ground Station on Phantom 2
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In the bottom of your phantom picture-I have a hard time making out IF there is even a gimbal+camera on the aircraft...??
Question; why did you chose to mount everything outside?
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Those are 2 words that shouldn't go together-like on oxymoron.
In the bottom of your phantom picture-I have a hard time making out IF there is even a gimbal+camera on the aircraft...??
Question; why did you chose to mount everything outside?[/quote]
Yes there is a Hero 3+Black camera fitted to a Zemuse H2_3D gimbal soon to be replaced by a H3-3D version.
It is fitted on the outside so I can change the configuration for different jobs quickly as this set up is used professionally also the video transmitter gets hot and it would not be advised to put it inside
Those are 2 words that shouldn't go together-like on oxymoron.
In the bottom of your phantom picture-I have a hard time making out IF there is even a gimbal+camera on the aircraft...??
Question; why did you chose to mount everything outside?[/quote]
Yes there is a Hero 3+Black camera fitted to a Zemuse H2_3D gimbal soon to be replaced by a H3-3D version.
It is fitted on the outside so I can change the configuration for different jobs quickly as this set up is used professionally also the video transmitter gets hot and it would not be advised to put it inside
Those are 2 words that shouldn't go together-like on oxymoron.
In the bottom of your phantom picture-I have a hard time making out IF there is even a gimbal+camera on the aircraft...??
Question; why did you chose to mount everything outside?[/quote]
Yes there is a Hero 3+Black camera fitted to a Zemuse H2_3D gimbal soon to be replaced by a H3-3D version.
It is fitted on the outside so I can change the configuration for different jobs quickly as this set up is used professionally also the video transmitter gets hot and it would not be advised to put it inside[/quote]
Yea, I get that part, I have a Ph1 with everything.
Question; how did you route the canbus wires from the iOSD mini to the Naza? did you have to drill or make any new holes?
I'm still thinking of mounting my iOSD mini inside the shell, next to the Naza unit-looks like a good spot. But, to update firmware-you have to take the Phantom apart...I hate that part.
Then mounting the VTX on the back somewhere, like I have on my P1-with sticky tape.
In the bottom of your phantom picture-I have a hard time making out IF there is even a gimbal+camera on the aircraft...??
Question; why did you chose to mount everything outside?[/quote]
Yes there is a Hero 3+Black camera fitted to a Zemuse H2_3D gimbal soon to be replaced by a H3-3D version.
It is fitted on the outside so I can change the configuration for different jobs quickly as this set up is used professionally also the video transmitter gets hot and it would not be advised to put it inside[/quote]
Yea, I get that part, I have a Ph1 with everything.
Question; how did you route the canbus wires from the iOSD mini to the Naza? did you have to drill or make any new holes?
I'm still thinking of mounting my iOSD mini inside the shell, next to the Naza unit-looks like a good spot. But, to update firmware-you have to take the Phantom apart...I hate that part.
Then mounting the VTX on the back somewhere, like I have on my P1-with sticky tape.
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neiloakley said:robdigphot said:
That is one funky set up - How long does it take to set up and pack away compared to your flight time?
Are you using a ipad for your GS? If so what case are using to mount it to the friction arm and sun shade?
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extrememc said:
Yes it is an iPad in a waterproof aXtion Pro case they are now about £59
http://www.thejoyfactory.com/product/CWA101
We may be talking cross purposes here.... just to clarify - one should be horizontally and the other vertically oriented. So if both went down a landing gear leg wouldn't they be parallel?extrememc said:
No not really, they need to be visible out the back of the Phantom. One going straight and the other has to be bent 90 degrees pointing down to the ground.
crawf57 said:
First time I used mine it was in loop default and I luckily grabbed it w/Tx before it completely landed. Sorry about your crash - get the Zen 3D
robdigphot said:
A 90 deg orientation is usually the optimal orientation for dual antenna to maximize reception, but they can and do work well when run parallel down separate legs, many people use them that way.
Remember that with the groundstation reception range is largely a non-issue....the mission gets uploaded before it starts, and will continue to execute even if reception is lost.
I launched my first test flight, today. No pictures because I'm waiting for the Zenmuse H3-3D and I never do early testing with the gimbal mounted. The overall results were good with a few operator fluffs thrown in to make it interesting.
I just tried the single waypoint only. It was a short distance and a very conservative flight. The wind was above my limits but I decided it would be OK for short distance.
1. Turned on the equipment in the following order...tx/remote....Phantom 2.....ground station...iPad.
2. Hit connection and the map and Phantom location was right on the money.
3. Made a way point and hit "Go"....but no results.
4. Used the tx to put the Phantom in the air. Made a single waypoint (35m distance,9m height; 1m/s) and hit Go. Phantom flew right to the target...even while being buffeted by heavy gusts.
5.First error. I hit auto land and it began to land as expected...here's the goof. I started to walk over to the Phantom's landing area while it was still in the air and my BT connection went out (I was about 20m away) ...DOH! I tried to take over with my tx...but no joy...I hurried back toward the GS, hoping to make a re-connection...and the iPad defaulted to Joystick mode. I really dislike the iPad Joystick (not much joy there) and the Phantom wound up upside down..with the props still active. I tried to shut them down using the usual sticks down and in as I use on the tx...but they didn't respond. Nor did they respond to the tx. So I had to carefully reach the battery button and shut it down.
6.I immediately set up for a second test...basically the same thing and it worked perfectly. It hovered over the waypoint...I hit landing and it landed itself just fine...despite the gusts.
CONCLUSIONS:
1.Don't stray from the GS with the iPad
2.If you want to stop the auto program....hit Pause
3. I guess I'll have to do a lot of practice with the iPad joystick
4. I need to find a way to switch control back to my tx from autonomous flight (if possible).
5. None of this is as easy as it looks on the demo videos.
6. There seems to be no current documentation for the Phantom/iPad GS. Where is Colin, now the we really need him? DJI seems to be depending on the Phantom community to provide advice.
I just tried the single waypoint only. It was a short distance and a very conservative flight. The wind was above my limits but I decided it would be OK for short distance.
1. Turned on the equipment in the following order...tx/remote....Phantom 2.....ground station...iPad.
2. Hit connection and the map and Phantom location was right on the money.
3. Made a way point and hit "Go"....but no results.
4. Used the tx to put the Phantom in the air. Made a single waypoint (35m distance,9m height; 1m/s) and hit Go. Phantom flew right to the target...even while being buffeted by heavy gusts.
5.First error. I hit auto land and it began to land as expected...here's the goof. I started to walk over to the Phantom's landing area while it was still in the air and my BT connection went out (I was about 20m away) ...DOH! I tried to take over with my tx...but no joy...I hurried back toward the GS, hoping to make a re-connection...and the iPad defaulted to Joystick mode. I really dislike the iPad Joystick (not much joy there) and the Phantom wound up upside down..with the props still active. I tried to shut them down using the usual sticks down and in as I use on the tx...but they didn't respond. Nor did they respond to the tx. So I had to carefully reach the battery button and shut it down.
6.I immediately set up for a second test...basically the same thing and it worked perfectly. It hovered over the waypoint...I hit landing and it landed itself just fine...despite the gusts.
CONCLUSIONS:
1.Don't stray from the GS with the iPad
2.If you want to stop the auto program....hit Pause
3. I guess I'll have to do a lot of practice with the iPad joystick
4. I need to find a way to switch control back to my tx from autonomous flight (if possible).
5. None of this is as easy as it looks on the demo videos.
6. There seems to be no current documentation for the Phantom/iPad GS. Where is Colin, now the we really need him? DJI seems to be depending on the Phantom community to provide advice.
Zippy1144 said:
Have you seen this? http://download.dji-innovations.com/dow ... .10_en.pdf
It doesn't specifically say it's for the Phantom, but it works the same on any NAZA it's compatible with.
Thank you. I'll give that a try on the next test flight. I assume that is the toggle on the upper right of the tx.neiloakley said:
Thank you for the link. Indeed, I have read it and the new app has an overlay that shows where the buttons are. But I haven't been able to find the auto-takeoff that has been alluded to in the PC version.OI Photography said:
The Phantom is on the ground. I set my waypoint and push Go...but the Phantom just sits there. If I put it in the air, it responds. What am I doing wrong? Thank you for your help.
