Recent content by szobell

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    I had no idea that the phantom could do backflips

    It doesn't always recover as fast as you think. This was a barrel roll (left stick left) I tried without enough attitude (and i panicked in the middle) - i was LUCKY to say the least: http://youtu.be/b4nmRd-uzRw Tried it without pausing and with more altitude - success: http://youtu.be/wuzxfmZO0R4
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    P2V+ GS Flight

    Actually, they work just fine together and there are no limits on the distance like with the native GS built into the app. I use it frequently. You just need to buy the adaptor to plug in the IOSd into the Vision+. The only thing I do is turn off the wifi extender once I start the camera...
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    PV2 Drag racing

    I guess I am one too then. I could totally see myself doing that.... Sorry to hear about the crash, glad the damage was inconsequential, do you have video or pics that you'll post?
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    Simplest Solution for FPV Glasses/Goggle Flying?

    Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing that with us!
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    Rotorpixel gimbal for Phantom Vision

    I have the exact same concern! Yes - please post how far out past the landing skids the camera extends (with your filter) thx
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    Rotorpixel Gimbal for Vision Shipping Confirmation ONLY

    Howdy! Just wanted to try an experiment to see if we can actually pull this off as a group. Please post in this forum ONLY to share that you have either: A) Received Shipping Confirmation of your Gimbal (please include last 3 of your order number and date) B) Actually received your Gimbal...
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    Water Recovery

    I have the same concerns and have not seen anything i like yet. I posted here about the project i am currently running with to build my own solution. I have some ok prototypes, but i am trying to trip some weight off of it. I KNOW this solution works regardless of how fast it sinks...
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    P2V WiFi system light not coming on, Help please

    I had the exact same problem. However, I know that i caused it because as i drilled i nicked the circuit board just SLIGHTLY and it was enough to take it out. :oops: I fixed it by buying a new extender and then removing the board completely before I drilled. Hopefully your issue is...
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    Water Recovery Solutions?

    I did see that, but i cannot find anywhere that has it as more than a concept. What i am looking for still is the smallest / lightest "firing mechanism". The float-a-pet shows the CO2 tank, but doesn't show the firing mechanism which makes me think it was simply a concept. I have found one...
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    Water Recovery Solutions?

    I plan on testing in in a pool this week. From my initial tests - it looks like it deploys within about 2-3 seconds of submersion. I have yet to see how a Phantom submerges, but I am guessing not NEARLY as fast as a 5lb lead weight... I think actually think it might deploy before it submerges...
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    Water Recovery Solutions?

    Ok - I have an EXTREMELY rough prototype. I tested it with a 5lb weight which is WAYYY more than the Phantom, but I wanted to be sure. The bladder is designed for a 12g cartridge (which floated the 5lb just fine) but I wanted to test it with an 8g cartridge to see if it floated it as well...
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    Water Recovery Solutions?

    I might try a sustained float type of solution if I cannot get a simple recovery solution working. I just want to try and keep it as clean looking as possible. My goal is to *not* land in the water :)
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    Water Recovery Solutions?

    Ok - i found a place that will do some custom work for me on a recovery pouch with an automatic inflator. I'll share more information on the success or failure of this (admittedly) crazy concept. I have too man planned shoots over water coming up this summer to just plan on leaving it on the...
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    Water Recovery Solutions?

    Howdy! I have had no issues with my P2V, but as I fly more and more over water, I get some pucker-factor. Has anyone looked for / found a SMALL automatic inflation device? Maybe a pet-sized one? I have seen people reference Getterback and the WaterBuoy, but I don't have confidence that will...