Phantom 4 Windsurfer controller magnetic interference

[MichaelS]

I bought a Windsurfer for my P4 from eBay. (see pic) When I put it on and turned on the Controller I immediately got a Magnetic interference error. When I took it off the error went away. I'm too afraid to fly my drone with that error displayed. What gives?

 

[WWK888]

Did you try change your location?

 

[MichaelS]

Did you try change your location?

No, but I will try that. There are power lines very near by. I wonder if the Windsurfer magnified that?

 

[WWK888]

That is what I was thinking.

 

[MichaelS]

That is what I was thinking.

Have you ever used Windsurfers?

 

[WWK888]

Yes, as a matter of fact I just got my third set today. I am trying different ones to see if one is any better than the other. I never encountered that error message in relationship to the windsurfers.

 

[MichaelS]

Thanks for the replies, W!

 

[John Locke]

I've never seen a windsurfer like that.

 

[MichaelS]

I've never seen a windsurfer like that.

What do you mean? It's all Aluminum and fits well.

 

[John Locke]

What do you mean? It's all Aluminum and fits well.

One of the reflectors appear to position the antenna off center. Is that a photo issue?

 

[MichaelS]

One of the reflectors appear to position the antenna off center. Is that a photo issue?

Yep, they are centered good.

 

[Drone Master]

I have the exact same ones you have case and all. They work great! I use them with my Inspire and all my Phantoms. Never had any problems.

 

[Cornelito]

Yes, as a matter of fact I just got my third set today. I am trying different ones to see if one is any better than the other. I never encountered that error message in relationship to the windsurfers.

So, how would you rate this item ? Any good ? If yes, can you please provide the link for the purchase. Thx

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[WWK888]

Haven't had a chance to try my new ones yet, maybe today if the wind dies down a bit.


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[darbyhouse]

Haven't had a chance to try my new ones yet, maybe today if the wind dies down a bit.


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Any update to report on your latest windsurfer experience?

 

[WWK888]

Any update to report on your latest windsurfer experience?

I have used the new copper clam shell ones a few times with good results. They are similar to the other ones as far as distance but the design is superior. It keeps the antennas parallel which I think helps in giving a consistent signal. I am about to go fly a Litchi mission over the ocean about 2.5 miles one way. At least with the Litchi I know it will complete the mission even if I lose signal but it should be interesting to see how the reception is.

 

[John Locke]

I have used the new copper clam shell ones a few times with good results. They are similar to the other ones as far as distance but the design is superior. It keeps the antennas parallel which I think helps in giving a consistent signal. I am about to go fly a Litchi mission over the ocean about 2.5 miles one way. At least with the Litchi I know it will complete the mission even if I lose signal but it should be interesting to see how the reception is.

Have you done a battery upgrade? What happens if you lose signal at 2mi out and there's not enough battery for a 5mi mission over the ocean? Have you done similar length missions so you know there's room for wind tolerance?

I've got the same windsurfer, the copper clamshell. Out of the 3 windsurfers I own, I like that one best for storage convenience and aesthetic look. All three of mine seem to work about the same for range.

 

[Dirty Bird]

I have the same Windsurfer. The reflector is made of aluminum, a non-ferrous metal. It has nothing to do with your magnetic interference issue. That message comes from the Phantom not the RC.

CORRECTION: I have the one-piece model (both reflectors are a single rigid unit). Regardless yours is still aluminum.

I bought a Windsurfer for my P4 from eBay. (see pic) When I put it on and turned on the Controller I immediately got a Magnetic interference error. When I took it off the error went away. I'm too afraid to fly my drone with that error displayed. What gives?View attachment 58163

 

[WWK888]

Have you done a battery upgrade? What happens if you lose signal at 2mi out and there's not enough battery for a 5mi mission over the ocean? Have you done similar length missions so you know there's room for wind tolerance?

I've got the same windsurfer, the copper clamshell. Out of the 3 windsurfers I own, I like that one best for storage convenience and aesthetic look. All three of mine seem to work about the same for range.

Hi John, sorry I misspoke, it was just under 2 miles one way. I have flown that route a couple of times (without Litchi) just to gauge my battery life. I had to factor in a relatively strong off shore breeze but I returned with just under 50% battery flying at about 14 mph. By the way although the flight is over water, it is a bay so if my battery did start to run low I could abort and land along the coastline somewhere and hopefully be able to find it.

Everything you said about the copper clam shell I agree 100%. Today I was out 10K feet plus and still had 93% reception.

 

[snowghost]

I have the ones that are aluminum, one piece with clips to keep the antennas vertical. Do you think the copper is better?