Syma X5C Auto Cut-off test
Today, I read on the rcgroups.com forum about some complains regarding the auto cut-off issues on the X5C quadcopter.
I decided to test this problem by myself because it can produce some unhappy things like the flyaway.
Syma X5C Auto Cut-off video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jENVXhkRgqM&feature=youtu.be
After few tests, the results were promising, every time I stopped the remote controller (resulting remote signal loss), in 2-3 seconds all...
Propeller mod for Eachine QX70
3-leaf propellers on Eachine QX70 (aka Tiny Whoop)
Having some free time, I decided to mod my QX70 by replacing the stock props with Hubsan 3-leaf propellers.
I got this mini FPV drone about a month ago but, due to its limited flight time and noise operation, I kept it in the box till now. Doing some research, I found out that these shortcomings...
HELIWAY 902HS DIY building block drone
HELIWAY 902HS - Lego alike building brick drone
In my opinion the building bricks concept of the HELIWAY 902HS is really nice because it doubles the fun. Kids can learn not just to operate a drone but also to build their own.
This cheap DIY KIT includes everything you need to build a flying machine, from motors, flight controller, battery, to the remote controller....
FrSky receivers with PPM, CPPM and SBUS: XSR and D8
Today I will review two FrSky receivers, the mini D8 and the XSR ACCST. While the Micro Frsky D8 features PPM and SBUS, the FrSky XSR has S-Bus CPPM output.
Those who are new in the field, let me say few words about radio receivers. Their main function is to interlink wirelessly the flight controller with the transmitter (remote controller). Additionally they can offer also...
Realacc 021 DIY mini quadcopter: Learn to build and fly
Realacc 021 Lego alike, building bricks mini drone
Lately I wrote about many building bricks drones but this Realacc 021 will be actually the first one that I personally build, review and test. I just placed my order and I'm waiting for it :)
As I previously mentioned, the fact that a quadcopter comes in parts should not scare you. Especially that we are talking...
FPV Goggles repair: Eachine EV900 motherboard replace
Everyone who read my Eachine EV900 review, could find out that I had the bad luck to receive a faulty headset. Because it is very complicated to send back to Chine a product, I opted to try to repair my FPV goggles.
The FPV goggles worked perfectly with wireless 5.8G input, but on HDMI I got only black image. I tried...
Happymodel Cine8: DIY FPV Whoop kit for Insta360GO
Happymodel's Cine8 DIY kit includes all the parts needed to build your own CineWhoop style FPV drone. The box contains an 85mm size carbon fiber frame, 3D printed Whoop blade protectors, AIO F4 flight controller, FPV camera, VTX, and motors. Happymodel also includes a TPU Insta360 GO camera mount and a Tattu 3s/450mAh battery.
According to your existing transmitter, you...
Eachine Tyro99: Best DIY racing drone under $100
While, usually, the numbers in a drone's model name refer to the diagonal size in millimeters measuring the distance from rotor to rotor (wheelbase), in case of the Eachine Tyro99 means exactly its price - $99.
The Eachine Tyro 99 DIY drone comes in parts and needs to be assembled by yourself. The KIT includes the frame, flight controller, ESC, motors, and FPV...
NVision Justin’s Gyarados DIY FPV drone kit
The NVision Justin's Gyarados DIY kit was specially put together for those who want to build their first FPV drone. The package includes a toothpick style 230mm size frame kit with 3D printed canopy, four T-Motor F2004 1700KV 6S motors, and a GEPRC GEP-20A-F4 AIO flight controller. Additionally, you will need a remote controller, radio receiver, camera, VTX board,...
Eachine Tyro79: Best DIY FPV drone under $80
Just as the Tyro99 is sold for $99, the new Eachine Tyro79 is advertised for $79. While the Tyro 99 is based on a 210 mm sized frame kit, the Tyro 79 is built on a 140mm sized one.
The Eachine Tyro79 DIY drone comes in parts and needs to be assembled by yourself. The KIT includes the frame, flight controller, ESC, motors,...
URUAV UZ80: DIY micro Toothpick style FPV drone
The URUAV UZ80 is an affordable DIY FPV drone. The kit includes all the accessories you need to build your micro racing quadcopter. All the electronic parts come with connectors so no soldering required.
The unibody frame has an 80mm wealbase. All the electronic parts including the Runcam Nano 3 FPV camera. Weighs about 20 grams fully assembled but without...