range

  1. K

    What is the Best way to increase the range of my Phantom Pro 4 v2 ?

    Hello, I was looking into options to increase the range of my Phantom Pro 4 v2 and ive come across 2 options. 1 - non invasive way to add a windsurfer slide on to the existing controller antennas. 2 - add some hardware to the controller - need to open it up and more expensive. If tried option 1...
  2. G

    phantom 3 4K range extender advice help

    Please help I’ve been trying to research from what I can tell so far it’s looking like the itelite would be my best bet but I’m finding all kinds of mixed reviews on each one I look up can anyone give me first hand experience?
  3. P

    Phantom 1 FC40 transmitter...

    I saw a Youtube video where on the FC40 turn transmitter around and at the bottom right on back of transmitter is 2 hole, take a screwdriver and top hole turn clockwise and that will increase the range and afterwards turn transmitter off then back on again and it should beep twice instead of...
  4. A

    Camera lag and range loss

    Hi Folks, I know this seems to be a common problem with the latest upgrade, but has anyone come up with a solution? When i start to fly the drone (first 5 - 10 mins) the camera feedback is perfect, then it starts to lag, and can have a 2-3 sec lag on it. Also the range seems to be a lot less. I...
  5. LonelyGod

    P4 Pro Range Extender Solution! Tx/Rx Antenna?

    Hey guys! I'm newbie. Cheers. I am working on boosting the effective RF range for P4 pro v1.0 and v2.0. (Guess the method should be the same despite Lighbridge for P4P 1.0 while Ocusync for P4P 2.0). Here are my questions concerning the range extending solution and hope you guys can help me out...
  6. T

    Range Extender - Mavic Air (Urban Setting)

    Hi All, I am looking for a range extender for my Mavic Air that I use in a very urban setting. I was following this thread (LONG, detailed review of extended range options) but I don't know how they feel about non-phantom 4 users posting over there. Anyhow based off that forum I think I have...
  7. K

    PS3 Suddendly short range, Mode Changed to WiFi Reconnect?

    Hi everyone I buyed a broken PS3 over a year ago and could fix it after a few attempts. Everything worked okay and with an windsurfer I even managed to reach distances over 1km! But now from one day to the other I only can fly ca. 70m then the aircraft loses signal and returns home. In the...
  8. New Phantom Owner

    21min average battery life?

    So I have noticed when recording in 2.7k and flying at high altitude +400ft. I typically reach the critical 10% battery level in about 21minutes. I'm running a P3S with DJI Carbon fiber reinforced props and a few other irrelevant mods and I am curious what sort of battery life others are...
  9. New Phantom Owner

    Best Range Extender Antenna Thus Far!

    So the Argtek has served one important function for my Phantom. That is... it has enabled me to install an Alfa APA-M25 5.8ghz 10db flat panel antenna on my remote. The original argtek blue proton range extender kit was plagued by poor quality 5.8ghz antennas. However it is still completley...
  10. D

    What is considered good range in the city?

    I'm a current P3 S owner and considering to upgrade to a P4. First I would like to know what is considered good range in a crowded city with apartment buildings, trees exct. So far I have done the following modifications Both 2.4ghz antenna mods with Amps and same on the 5.8ghz. I have Alpha...
  11. D

    What is considered good range in the City?

    I'm curious what is considered good range in a crowded city with apartment buildings, trees exct. So far I have done the following modifications Both 2.4ghz antenna mods with Amps and same on the 5.8ghz. I have Alpha panels and upgraded the 2.4 GHz birdside antennas with P3 pro antennas. (Pics...
  12. New Phantom Owner

    New Argtek Mod Installed Today

    So today my Argtek Blue Proton range extender arrived. I immediately installed it and took to the skies. It had just finished raining in Watch Hill Anderson township Cincinnati Ohio where I live. I was only able to get out to 2,500ft in this area with probably over 1000 wifi networks interfering...
  13. New Phantom Owner

    Average factory and best modified range? On P3S

    Just bought my first DJI product. I know it's not a P4 however I am very happy with it. My only complaint is the range. I am getting a signal loss message at around 1100ft. Planning to buy a tri (2x 2.4ghz 8db and 1x 5.8ghz 10db) onmnidirectional antenna kit and install it on my controller. New...
  14. LeftHandFlyer

    Phantom 3 Standard Argtek Mod + Thoughs

    Hello there, I'm relatively new to droning though not to the remote control world itself. I just signed up, give or take 40 minutes ago, as I found this site fairly interesting and active. With school out and summertime in session before the dreaded college application, I thought I'd give my...
  15. gmonatl

    Phantom 3 losing datalink after argtek install

    I recently upgraded my antenna set to the Argtek antennas. My initial flights were very close mainly to test the connection and ensure the antennas were connected properly. Recently i extended to a longer test track. That's where the trouble began. I am losing some signal at a very short range...
  16. F

    Terrible Range / Breaking up

    Hello All after no problems with my 3 Pro I am finding the transmission range on my 4 Pro utter rubbish......same iPad being used in same locations....its rubbish.......not improved much by range extending cups either. its been like it since first flight a few months back - whatever updates...
  17. B

    3se Reliability issues, any advice?

    Have a 3se for a couple of months now and seem to have a lot of reliability issues, most of the time on start up I don't get any image signal transmission and have to reboot multiple times to get image... I also have range issues wherever i fly, furthest i can really get is about 3-500m... I...
  18. M

    Weird behaviour P3 SE at landing and range

    1# Hi guys! This weekend my P3 SE had a couple of weird behaviours. First it woudn't go more than 30m high and range, in spite beginner mode being off. Turn it on and back off and same. Change RTH height to 100m and I could now go over 30m... Next day (today) even with RTH at 100m it wouldn't...
  19. A

    Dji P3S losing signal at around 400m.

    Hey. My DJI Phantom 3 standard loses signal at around 400m. I have tried adjusting the antenna and even bought a range extender. Beginner mode is off and everything else works perfectly with the drone. Am flying in an area far away from radio interference and was wondering if anyone could help...
  20. J

    Any Dummy Can Fly a Drone

    For Phantom 4 Pro (and others) Every good pilot uses checklists. Regard your Phantom 4 Pro or other quality UAV as a toy and it will end up as most toys do…broken or lost. As you gain experience with this device you will come to appreciate the sophistication and planning that went into its...