P4P buzzing/noise

[4590flyer]

Forgive my ignorance. This is my first drone. Just began the registration and firmware process when I noticed a "buzzing" noise from the drone. Can't really feel any vibration. Just want to make sure this is normal. It's more than just a hum.

 

[msinger]

I guess you're referring to the gimbal? If so, it'll never be silent while your Phantom is running. If you'd like us to confirm the sound is normal, then please upload a video so we can hear what you're describing.

 

[eaglegoaltender]

I noticed a "buzzing" noise from the drone

Welcome aboard 4590flyer - you have arrived at the only forum you will need when it comes to your Phantom, flying, filming, understanding, repairs - and knowledge for pretty well everything you will ever need. This forum and this site DJI Phantom Accessories & Tips - Phantom Help a few YouTube videos - read your manual front to back and you're all good!

Sounds like maybe the gimbal - if it's a low level noise it is probably just the normal sound it makes when turned on - if it is quite audible could be the cooling fan for the gimbal or a looseness - however, you did state no vibration.

EDIT: Oops I just noticed it is a P4 - also as msinger states it may be just the normal gimbal sound especially since you don't feel any vibration.

 

[msinger]

Sounds like maybe a gimbal issue - loose or perhaps a cooling fan does it sound similar to this

The P4P has no grub screw.

 

[eaglegoaltender]

The P4P has no grub screw.

Thanks for the correction - I just noticed it was a P4 in the post title and did an edit to remove the video - probably as you say the normal sound.

 

[4590flyer]

Hopefully this works. Forgive my ignorance if not. Greg

 

[eaglegoaltender]

Hopefully this works. Forgive my ignorance if not. Greg

Sounds exactly like my P4 does - best of luck Greg and safe flying.

 

[msinger]

Yeah, that's just the gimbal and its fan. Fortunately, there is no microphone in the Phantom, so it won't affect your videos. It will keep the gimbal from overheating though

 

[4590flyer]

Thank you all for your assistance. I didn't want to use it if it had a problem. Forgive my ignorance.....and messy workbench. Too many hobbies and not enough space.

Greg

 

[eaglegoaltender]

Forgive my ignorance.....and messy workbench. Too many hobbies and not enough space.

LOL no need for apologies and one can never have enough hobbies. I sometimes look at my workbench and wonder if its even there since the top is covered with hobby parts from everything!

I am of the belief, there are no "experts" only "specialists" in any chosen field - and in the case of flying these...............ignorance is NOT bliss........the more you know/learn the better off you will be!