Video Guide: How to create a CAN-BUS port on Phantom v1

[DeweyAXD]

So first of all I'm sure you've all seen this concept by now. I saw this posted on the FB page and had to try it. Seems a clever person worked out how to create a Can-Bus port on the upgrade board on a Phantom 1 (fitted as stock on v1.1.1).

First of all: IT WORKS!!

I have done a step by step video because:

a) I really wanted to try it out
b) there wasn't one i could find on youtube.

Anyway heres the vidoe:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1nq44GDkOc[/youtube]

The process really isn't as difficult as I thought it might (I'm not great at soldering but I guess I am used to it by now).

The website this came from is here: http://www.sarawuth.com/2014/01/dji-pha ... -bus-port/ - full credit to them for this truly excellent hack/mod!

Combine this with re-shelling the Phantom v1 into a Phantom 2 shell (see: viewtopic.php?f=4&t=7017) and you really can get close to a Phantom 2 without being forced to use the P2 battery.

EDIT - Added video of the actual soldering:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72nFMYndRXo[/youtube]

 

[DeweyAXD]

Update:

Just tried out the iOSD Mini with this newley created DIY Can-Bus port and then connected the BTU through the iOSD port.

All worked perfectly!

A few pics:

BTU Powered on and found

iOSD doing what it does on my new 8" monitor (really nice!).

Also fitted my Zenmuse FPV Undertray to see what mods are needed. It fits straight on (but I am using the original Zenmuse mount). Some mods needed if I want to use the P2 battery though as it won't be possible to access the lower clip due to the TX holder getting in the way.

 

[Bunger]

Those pics of your bird look great - clean and well done!

 

[DeweyAXD]

Those pics of your bird look great - clean and well done!

Thanks Bunger. Really hoping I can get that clean FPV Undertray sorted for Phantom 2 owners over the next month now that I have the shell. Just a case of finding the time to re-design it.

Video of the iOSD Test & BTU attached.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPSUIxvpSos[/youtube]

 

[DeweyAXD]

Video added here and in top thread of how to solder the board:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72nFMYndRXo[/youtube]

 

[socman]

what is the fpv monitor you are using?

 

[OI Photography]

what is the fpv monitor you are using?

Same one as this (just re-branded), which I have and love: http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index. ... ts_id=1191

Dewey might have a better source depending on where you live. The display on it is gorgeous and bright, the only drawback is that it doesn't have built-in receiver(s) or battery, so you'll have to connect/attach those separately.

 

[socman]

what is the fpv monitor you are using?

Same one as this (just re-branded), which I have and love: http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index. ... ts_id=1191

Dewey might have a better source depending on where you live. The display on it is gorgeous and bright, the only drawback is that it doesn't have built-in receiver(s) or battery, so you'll have to connect/attach those separately.

sorry to derail this thread further...but are you able to use the goggles as a the receiver...do you know?
or is it recommended to buy a separate receiver and such? Ive been using the attitude goggles, however i am finding at times I would rather be able to get a visual on the phantom itself...and only use the monitor at times...so am trying to figure out basically cost of doing a fpv monitor (with what I currently have).

 

[laselvasurf]

Thanks for the how to! I will be using this to do this mod to my phantoms over the next couple weeks. Thanks!

 

[OI Photography]

what is the fpv monitor you are using?

Same one as this (just re-branded), which I have and love: http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index. ... ts_id=1191

Dewey might have a better source depending on where you live. The display on it is gorgeous and bright, the only drawback is that it doesn't have built-in receiver(s) or battery, so you'll have to connect/attach those separately.

sorry to derail this thread further...but are you able to use the goggles as a the receiver...do you know?
or is it recommended to buy a separate receiver and such? Ive been using the attitude goggles, however i am finding at times I would rather be able to get a visual on the phantom itself...and only use the monitor at times...so am trying to figure out basically cost of doing a fpv monitor (with what I currently have).

Yes

Your goggles should have come with a video-out cable, which will allow you to connect directly to a monitor, like option #1 in that diagram.

 

[DeweyAXD]

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What he said - My monitor was from www.firstpersonview.co.uk
Really nice monitor (I actually needed it for other A/V work but it works great for FPV). I use my Fatshark Predator v2's as an RX. Gives you the best of both worlds.