Starting out on FPV

[LitterBug]

You can still get my old faves on closeout. Color choice is limited to grape

STRIX TALON PROPS - 5x4.5x3 (1r, 1l) - Grape - www.readymaderc.com

The best quality First Person View equipment. Free or discounted shipping on all orders.Drone Racing, RC Airplanes, FPV Cameras, FPV Goggles, Video Transmitters, RC Quads, Drone Antennas, Lipo Batteries, and Ground Station Equipment.All available for amateurs, schools, hobbyists, government, and...

www.readymaderc.com

 

[Houndpup Rc]

You can still get my old faves on closeout. Color choice is limited to grape

STRIX TALON PROPS - 5x4.5x3 (1r, 1l) - Grape - www.readymaderc.com

The best quality First Person View equipment. Free or discounted shipping on all orders.Drone Racing, RC Airplanes, FPV Cameras, FPV Goggles, Video Transmitters, RC Quads, Drone Antennas, Lipo Batteries, and Ground Station Equipment.All available for amateurs, schools, hobbyists, government, and...

www.readymaderc.com

Cool!

 

[LitterBug]

Cool!

Yeah they were always good right out of the bag, take quite a beating and will bend rather than breaking, so it's plausible to make it back if you hit a ghost branch. I check my props before EVERY flight on a quad. Bent props can cause all sorts of bad things. If it doesn't sound smooth in the air, I'll bring it down to recheck or replace the props.

I've had other props that looked good, but flew like poo.

Find what works for you, keep using it. If they fly like junk, dump em.

 

[Houndpup Rc]

Hey @LitterBug do you know why my FPV feed has black and white bar static when it just sitting on the desk next to me?

 

[LitterBug]

Hey @LitterBug do you know why my FPV feed has black and white bar static when it just sitting on the desk next to me?

A picture would help. Maybe you are overloading the receiver with the signal so close. Have you tried reducing transmit power to it's lowest level?

 

[Houndpup Rc]

A picture would help. Maybe you are overloading the receiver with the signal so close. Have you tried reducing transmit power to it's lowest level?

Yeah I tried doing that. Could it be some flux on the FC causing interference?

 

[Houndpup Rc]

Yeah I tried doing that. Could it be some flux on the FC causing interference?

There was some causing little sparks, I wiped it off with alcohol but there could be a little left.....

 

[LitterBug]

Motors running, or just sitting idle? How are you powering the VTX on the quad? Do you have a capacitor on the power leads where they connect to the ESC/FC?

Pictures could help. Both of the interference pattern on the screen, and the build.

 

[Houndpup Rc]

Motors running, or just sitting idle? How are you powering the VTX on the quad? Do you have a capacitor on the power leads where they connect to the ESC/FC?

Pictures could help. Both of the interference pattern on the screen, and the build.

Its just sitting on the desk next to me. I am powering it with a 4s lipo. Yes I do have a capacitor on the power leads but it gets its power through the FC at battery voltage. It's flashing bars so it will be hard to get pictures, so I will try to get a GIF soon.

 

[LitterBug]

This would make a nice "High End" motor

 

[Mr Man]

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This would make a nice "High End" motor

*ahem* You don't say??!!!!👍😂

 

[Houndpup Rc]

Motors running, or just sitting idle? How are you powering the VTX on the quad? Do you have a capacitor on the power leads where they connect to the ESC/FC?

Pictures could help. Both of the interference pattern on the screen, and the build.

Okay so I swapped out the FC and it's working fine no (I made sure to clean the flux off good this time) so I don't know what is was......I will experiment with it later.

 

[Houndpup Rc]

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This would make a nice "High End" motor

Man! I thought it was actually going to be a real motor that you recommend!😂
Is pretty awesome though!

 

[flyingvid]

Hey guys! New to the forum! I am trying to make a very budget FPV set up for my RC airplane, something I can use around our land and am not super particular on fine video quality (I do want to be able to fly by FPV) but i am kinda lost on the whole process of FPV. The list of items below is kinda what i have settled on for my budget and i was hoping you guys could tell me if i have everything needed and which combination would be the best. Thanks!!

VTX

HGLRC Zeus Nano 350mW 16mm/20mm/25.5mm VTX

The HGLRC Zeus NANO Video Transmitter is ultralight and has multiple mounting patterns... including 16mm, 20mm, and 25.5mm. With a built-in microphone and slim boomerang shape, this VTX brings real-time audio transmission and a wider scope of application.

www.getfpv.com

Flywoo GOKU HM600 25mW-600mW 5.8GHz VTX

A GOKU HM600 VTX by Flywoo. This video transmitter features 5.8GHz frequency, five switchable power outputs (PIT/25/50/100/200/600mW), and can be mounted on a 20x20, 25.5x25.5, or 30.5x30.5mm quad!

www.getfpv.com

Camera

RunCam Robin 3 1200TVL FPV Camera

The RunCam Robin 3 1200TVL FPV Camera is a high-performance camera specifically designed for FPV enthusiasts.

www.getfpv.com

EMAX TinyHawk III RunCam Nano 4

The RunCam Nano 4 is a 14x14 2.1mm lens camera with 800VTL. This camera is a replacement for the EMAX TinyHawk III.

www.getfpv.com

FPV screen

DMKR LS-5804 3" Mini FPV LCD Monitor

The DMKR LS-5804 is a 3" mini-sized FPV Monitor with an LCD display, 480x320 16:9 display ratio, and a built-in 3.7V 800mAh battery.

www.getfpv.com

4.3" DVR 5.8GHz 40CH FPV Monitor

This 4.3" FPV Monitor has a built-in 1200mAh battery. This monitor is equipped with a 5.8GHz dual-antenna receiver for excellent reception, as well as a 500Lux display luminance, DVR function, and 40 Channels!

www.getfpv.com

BETAFPV VR03 FPV Goggles w/ DVR

Experience a new level of FPV flying with the BETAFPV VR03 FPV Goggles, designed for both professional and hobbyist pilots seeking exceptional performance and convenience.

www.getfpv.com

Antenna

Lumenier Micro Dipole 5.8GHz Antenna (MMCX)

The Lumenier Micro D-pole 5.8GHz Antenna with MMCX connector designed for the Connex Prosight HD system.

www.getfpv.com

Omnivision 5.8GHz MMCX FPV Antenna

The Omnivision 5.8GHz MMCX FPV Antenna. (choose a color and polarization)

www.getfpv.com

Omnivision 5.8GHz U.FL FPV Antenna

The Omnivision 5.8GHz U.FL FPV Antenna. (choose a color and polarization)

www.getfpv.com

Lumenier AXII Straight MMCX 5.8GHz Antenna (RHCP)

The revolutionary Lumenier AXII Straight MMCX 5.8GHz Antenna (RHCP). A mini sized 5.8GHz FPV antenna with a 1.6dBic and near perfect axial ratio.

www.getfpv.com

I know what I would like........ But alas the wallet says "NO" lol

Thanks again guys!!!

IMHO the most important thing is the kit itself. I suggest you start with flying wing/delta wing. In my opinion, the best budget model is flying wing. Of course this type is pusher prop will gives you good results on camera. Very minimal vibration.. but if you have never flown with flying wing before, just start flying without fpv. and if you are good at it, install your fpv.

 

[Mr Man]

IMHO the most important thing is the kit itself. I suggest you start with flying wing/delta wing. In my opinion, the best budget model is flying wing. Of course this type is pusher prop will gives you good results on camera. Very minimal vibration.. but if you have never flown with flying wing before, just start flying without fpv. and if you are good at it, install your fpv. View attachment 250217

Sweet looking arrow.👍. Jus t curious, what power system and battery are you running?

 

[Houndpup Rc]

Sweet looking arrow.👍. Jus t curious, what power system and battery are you running?

(He asks that of everyone......)

 

[Mr Man]

(He asks that of everyone......)

Yes I do.🤣🤣

 

[Houndpup Rc]

IMHO the most important thing is the kit itself. I suggest you start with flying wing/delta wing. In my opinion, the best budget model is flying wing. Of course this type is pusher prop will gives you good results on camera. Very minimal vibration.. but if you have never flown with flying wing before, just start flying without fpv. and if you are good at it, install your fpv. View attachment 250217

Oh I am good now! I have learned a LOT from YT videos, forum, ect.