Recent content by varangian

I flew about a dozen different quads, all in manual mode, before getting a phantom, the FC40. Tried manual once on purpose, once by accident, both were utter failures. Verrry fast response to the sticks, some can do it, but not me. Couldn't believe the difference in response compared to Atti...

Started with a bunch of manually controlled drones, no alt hold, auto return or any similar feature, crashed some but learned the basics. Then an AR 2.0, in hindsight I should have went with the Phantom FC40 instead, and I did after several months. Lost the FC40 and replaced it with another...

Just three smart ones, P3P, FC40, and a Parrot AR 2.0. A bunch of smaller drones that don't get out much.

True or not, I had a amusing image of the bomber running away in panic mode with the quadcopter in follow me mode. You can run but you can't hide.

That looks like it. Considering the price, they must be pretty proud of it. Didn't realize it was a u/v filter, I thought it was just a protector only. You're probably correct that I can find a better price elsewhere now that I know what it's # is. Thanks for the quick reply.

Hello all. I'm in need of a replacement lens protector, if that's the correct name, to replace the original one that I cracked. This is the piece that screws onto the camera in front of the lens. I have several ND filters that I use as needed, but my clip on holder/lock that secures the camera...

Hobby King does have a decent supply of items that will work, I was mainly thinking of DJI stock when I said that some stuff isn't available any longer. There were a couple of chargers at HK that had good reviews from FC pilots, but I don't remember the specific model numbers.

Some of those items are still available, but some are not. I do have a new battery charger and radio I could sell from my first FC40, which I lost on my third flight with it.

I use the VR box, the 6s Plus, and either Litchi or the FPV camera app. I don't seem to experience any lag and prefer this to flying with a tablet.

Same problem with mine. My solution was to go with VR Gear goggles and my iPhone 6S plus. No glare and it feels like you're up there with the quad.

60, P3P, P1 FC40, assorted other less sophisticated quads.

I've noticed it on my P3P, normally when hovering close by. Some appear to be bigger than others, but I can't say I've noticed it when reviewing video.

I think the OP did the right thing in this situation. Personally, I get the urge to pull some remarkably stupid drivers from their cars. These idiots kill and maim more people than drone operators. Most of us feel the urge to protect others but there's only so much we can do.

I have a like new FC40 transmitter, used three times, that's available. I lost my first bird on the third flight and promptly went and bought a complete new one.

That's about what I've gotten too, 750-800 meters. I'm sure it's set for rth, but the last time I exceeded that distance it just landed. Fortunately my tracker showed me where to look.