Phantom 3 STANDARD antenna upgrade
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dirkclod
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Annnnd if ya read here ya see why Scott
Phantom 3-Std Week Remote Signal | Page 3 | DJI Phantom ForumYeah, he got called out by me for not playing nice (Yes, I did get in trouble, but live and learn) and looks like he got so flustered, he removed his posts.. Beats me, why someone would do that.. But whatever.
Ya, I was hoping to grab his pics too. Dataa is really helping me also, be nice to compare. Robie did his mod just like I'd like to do mine.
dirkclod
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dirkclod
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Data's and rob's mod's are the same Scott . Only the length and placements of the 2.4 cables are different .
Yes I realize that.....just wanted to see Robie's pics for his SMA connectors again . I should have saved them the first time.
. I should have saved them the first time.
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Yes I realize that.....just wanted to see Robie's pics for his SMA connectors again
Scott, PM him.
I"m sure there are others who have done or are doing the mod to their Transmitters who will post up pics and info. Lot of it out on the web also.
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Ok Everyone, I wanted to give back here as I've received so much help. I completed my DBS01 mod on my P3S. Its not really a "tutorial" so to speak, but there are lots of pictures. You'll notice I had to modify the existing bracket that comes with the kit. I did order (2) of those U.FL to RP-SMA Female cables as well. Did you some short testing real quick in my sub yesterday, and its much better than stock! Going to the park later to see what max distance I have. As Dataa as mentioned previously, he was getting around 3959M max distance, I assume this was not in a populated area. So, good news to all there is hope for us P3S flyers with the DBS01 kit!
Any questions, feel free to ask away!
Any questions, feel free to ask away!
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Sure thing. DBS01 was $98 (plus shipping), and those cables were around $6 from Amazon Prime.....not to mention I had to buy a hobby knife and a nice small set of needle nose pliers. A vice would be helpful when modifying that bracket, so would a drill press. That stamped steel bracket is tough to drill through. Do you know where to buy the DBS01? Here is the link to the cables I bought:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DII6564?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DII6564?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
Do you have any idea when you will be able to post some results with #s? Id appreciate that.
I'm actually in the middle of sending back my standard to Amazon and have an advantage delivering Tuesday.
My biggest issue is my FPV range in the small town that I live in. I lose FPV feed after about 700 feet due to interference. Anyone have any idea how the advantage will stack up against the standard in regards to dealing with 2.4 interference? If I could double that 700ft from my yard I'd be happy
I'm actually in the middle of sending back my standard to Amazon and have an advantage delivering Tuesday.
My biggest issue is my FPV range in the small town that I live in. I lose FPV feed after about 700 feet due to interference. Anyone have any idea how the advantage will stack up against the standard in regards to dealing with 2.4 interference? If I could double that 700ft from my yard I'd be happy
To everyone who has commented in this thread thank you for the good conversation.
I a have recently been given a P3S as a gift and am looking at not only extending range, but also getting a higher quality signal when in shorter ranges to ensure i still have FPV and Control.
I have been looking at the DBS01 & 02 on the site as the 02 says that its for Phantom 3's but as per this thread it looks like DBS01 work on Standards.
Whilst im not as skilled as Dotaa and some of the other guys, i am hoping on getting a verification on the DBS mods of which one works and then working through the process.
From the photos it appears (rightly or wrongly) that the mod is essentially:
Am i missing something?? i dont wan to sound too casual about it - but from the photos that seems to be pretty much it?
The hardest thing i can see is the case being opened.
The last question i have is i am in Australia (CE not FCC) does this make a difference to the mod required?
Appreciate any feedback guys.
I a have recently been given a P3S as a gift and am looking at not only extending range, but also getting a higher quality signal when in shorter ranges to ensure i still have FPV and Control.
I have been looking at the DBS01 & 02 on the site as the 02 says that its for Phantom 3's but as per this thread it looks like DBS01 work on Standards.
Whilst im not as skilled as Dotaa and some of the other guys, i am hoping on getting a verification on the DBS mods of which one works and then working through the process.
From the photos it appears (rightly or wrongly) that the mod is essentially:
- open up the case
- find the transmission points for 2.4 and 5.8ghz antenna
- unclip them by first removing the goo
- replace the clips with the new cables
- screw these into the case / drill them in etc.
- then on the other side, attach it to the antenna from DBS.
Am i missing something?? i dont wan to sound too casual about it - but from the photos that seems to be pretty much it?
The hardest thing i can see is the case being opened.
The last question i have is i am in Australia (CE not FCC) does this make a difference to the mod required?
Appreciate any feedback guys.
Hi Dave,
You are exactly correct on all accounts as I am one of them who has done the mod on the P3S. You need the DBS01.
It's honestly not that difficult once you start working with it as long as you have the proper tools like a Dremel, hobby knife, needle nose pliers, and small screwdriver set.
As far as the FCC vs CE mode that is determined by your GPS location in the software from my understanding. It is not selectable on the controller nor in the software. If I am incorrect someone please correct me on this.
If you need further help Dave I can guide you if you need it but it really was not that tough at all and it works great.
You are exactly correct on all accounts as I am one of them who has done the mod on the P3S. You need the DBS01.
It's honestly not that difficult once you start working with it as long as you have the proper tools like a Dremel, hobby knife, needle nose pliers, and small screwdriver set.
As far as the FCC vs CE mode that is determined by your GPS location in the software from my understanding. It is not selectable on the controller nor in the software. If I am incorrect someone please correct me on this.
If you need further help Dave I can guide you if you need it but it really was not that tough at all and it works great.
Sorry I forgot to mention you'll need some drillbits and a drill of course but I figured you would know that.
