IDEAFLY Apollo FPV GPS quadcopter review
With an integrated flight control system guided by GPS and wireless 5.8Ghz image transmission for FPV, this aircraft can be a very powerful substitute for the much-expensive Dji Phantom 2. The onboard GPS can provide advanced flight modes like precise position hold, fail-safe auto return, and semi-autopilot mode.
Flying with the Idea-Fly Apollo quadcopter can be remarkable even for professional pilots because is...
JJRC 1000A micro quadcopter outdoor flight
JJRC 1000A features:
Lightweight airframe with nice durability;
6-axis design makes the gyroscope adjustable, promoting flying stability;
Integrated LEDs make flying in low-light or at night conditions;
USB charging cable allows you to charge it by portable computers;
Flight time is only 5-8 minutes, but it's usual for this sized micro quadcopter;
control distance is very impressive, about 80-100m;
Incredibly stable, it is perfect for beginner flyers;
Compatible...
Syma X5C range Hack
Yesterday, finally, I had enough time to hack my Syma X5C transmitter.
Why I had to make this hack risking to brick my transmitter? because I need more the 30m for a decent outdoor flight.
Last week I was curios what's inside the Syma X5C transmitter and how can I extend the control, as well the flight distance. Of course, like a bad...
Galaxy Visitor 3 outdoor flight video
Galaxy Visitor 3 outdoor flight video.
Some of the features that will help you for a spectacular and easy flight with this quadcopter:
Anti-collision guard simply by switching the acceleration sensor on and off ;
LEDs of different colors make it simple to detect the aircraft in the night;
Internal height sensor for altitude hovering;
Signal Loss Protection function, if the signal is lost, the quadcopter...
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...
Cheerson CX-30 Promo Video
Cheerson CX-30 2.4G 4CH 6 Axis RC Quadcopter promo video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypGk_fPquDI
The Cheerson CX30 Quadcopter takes fun to a new level. It's a very versatile aircraft that is appropriate for indoor flight. It's also good for night flights with it's in-built LEDs.
You can read the full review of this quadcopter here: Cheerson CX-30 review, also you can download the user manual from my website.
Resetting and calibrating the Syma X5C
In case of flight disorder or sideward flight, restore factory default settings will be help to restore the default gyroscope settings.
Resetting and calibrating the Syma X5C in four steps:
Step 1: Press the power switch to turn on the transmitter;
Step 2: Press the power switch to turn on the Syma X5C;
Step 3: When the aircraft indicator quickly flashing to slowly flashing,...
Cheerson CX-30 small quadcopter with camera
The Chinese Cheerson quadcopter manufacturer launches a real offensive in the world of small multi-rotors, first with the nano CX-10 and now with the CX-30 quadcopter with camera.
Due to the attractive and special design, the CX-30 quadcopter can be the favorite multi-copter of 2014, for the small quadcopters division.
This multi-rotor size is only 185x185mm and 20mm in height. That's perfect for indoor flight and you can choose between four...
Inside the Syma X5C remote controller
Today I opened my Syma X5C 2.4Ghz remote controller. The default range is only 30m and I want to extend this range by adding a 3db 2.4Ghz antenna.
I think it's very easy to replace that fake plastic antenna with a 3db 2.4Ghz from an old wifi router, or you can order one on eBay for only $6.
I think this...
Galaxy Visitor 3 from Nine Eagles
This aircraft is a medium size quadcopter with a distance of 14-24 cm between each rotor.
A highly developed 9-axis gyro stabilization system is the key to the model's extremely simple method of control and very accurate response.
The agility level of the Galaxy Visitor 3 is user-variable and this ensures that flying this quadcopter will never be boring even for advanced pilots.
This quadcopter can be...
Unboxing my Syma X5C video
Syma X5C actually comes with a very impressive printed Instruction Manual, it actually explains everything you need to know in great detail and well written. (Download X5C user manual)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-WwtgHmVRs
The package contain everything you need to fly:
1 x SYMA X5C Quadcopter
1 x Transmitter
1 x 3.7V 500mAh Li-poly Battery
4 x Extra blades
4 x Prop guard
1 x SD Card
1 x Card reader
1 x USB Charger
You can read my...