Radiomaster TX16S - Adding Bluetooth and GPS!

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  • Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
  • This is a simple totuorial showing you how to add Bluetooth and GPS to your TX16S:
    Software:
    Ai-Thinker serial port debugging assistant (docs.ai-thinke...)
    or
    HTerm (www.der-hammer...)
    and optionally:
    UBLOX u-center v22.07(www.u-blox.com...)
    STL Files and other downloads:
    drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SwYJUNcq_uOHvnscYHomzXt47cd0DGmA
    Bluetooth setup:
    Hardware:
    MK1: FrSky Bluetooth Module (www.aliexpress...)
    MK2: AT-09 / HC-10 Bluetooth BLE Module (www.aliexpress...)
    4-pin Molex PicoBlade 1.25 (www.ebay.co.uk...)
    Configuration:
    1. Using a USB-TTL module, connect your Bluetooth module to your PC and open up an AT terminal. You can use any you like but I like to use the one from Ai-Thinker.
    2. Select the COM port that you have connected your BLE module. Enure that you have connected TX and RX correctly.
    3. On many boards, the BAUD RATE is set by default to 115000, but yours may not be. If you send somehting like AT+NAME and you get a response with random jibberish, change the baud rate and try again until you find the right one. Once you do, you can change the name. Follow the AT-09 data sheet for how to change the name of the BLE module. Change it to something random for now because the TX16S will rename it automatically, if you have enabled bluetooth in your custom firmware. If not, and rember you don't actually need to have bluetooth enabled in your build settings, you can name it to the default "TX16S by sending the command AT+NAMETX16S
    4. You also need to make sure that your BLE baud rate is set to 115000. To do that, use *AT+BAUD8*. Once you make this change, you'll also need to chnage the baud rate of Ai-Thinker.
    5. Your BLE module is now ready and all you need to is crimp female Dupont connectors to the 4-pin Molex PicoBlade cable.
    6. Whilst you are doing this, it is worth lifting up that locking tab on the PicoBlade connector and swapping the wires around such that they fit the description on the motherboard, i.e. 5V is red, G is black, Tx is green and Rx is yellow.
    7. Go into the radio settings and select *Telemetry Mirror" from the dropdown menu of AUX2.
    GPS Setup:
    Hardware:
    Beitian BN-220 (www.aliexpress...)
    Any other thin GPS module may work, but the baud rate for the GPS needs to be 9600 and the data output format needs to be NMEA.
    1. If you want to test the BN-220 GPS module, you can use software like UBLOX u-center to ensure that the baud rate of your GPS module is 9600 and that the output is NMEA.
    2. Same as with the Bluetooth BLE module, connect the USB-TTL adapter with the GPS unit, open the software, connect to the correct COM port ensuring that you have selected 9600 as your baud rate and wait for GPS satelites. u-center allows you to check the data, but you can also you can also just monitor the output of the GPS using Ai-Thinker or HTerm. If you see items like $GNRMC
    and $GNGGA in your output, you should be good to go. The zeros and blank spaces only mean that you have no GPS fix at the moment.
    3. As this GPS can work within a voltage range of 3.3V to 5V, you can connect it directly to AUX1, which is adjacent to the main processor on the radio. A diagram showing all ports can be found in on the Google drive link from above.
    4. Use the STL file to print a thin version of the speaker mount and change the original part of this part. There are two versions of the file. I printed v1 of the file and I wasn't too happy with how it fits, but v2 should be perfect.
    5. Mount the GPS underneath the Tx16S logo using some rolled up Gorilla tape as shown in the video.
    6. Use the included connector cable with Dupont connectros on the other side and plug them into a 4-pin connector.
    7. Take some 90-degree male connectos and remove the plastic holder and trim the short side by about 2mm to avoid a short with the screen below. The motherboad uses 2mm spacing on the holes so with some gentle persuasion, all the pins will go in and make contact witht the port.
    8. Add some Gorilla tape to the gps connector and adhere the connector to the motherboard. I did not solder my connectors be it was not benefitial. This is only temporary while I get the right connector.
    9. Go into the setting menu and select GPS from the dropdown menu of AUX1.
    CREDITS TO RISTO FOR ALL HIS HELP!
    You can add the modified Yappu Telemetry LUA Script by Risto if you want your Radio to be shown as a location, rather than your take-off location. The files are here:
    github.com/rot...
    If you would like to see transmitter GPS implementation in INAV for features like RTO (return to operator) or Follow-me modes, support my Feature Request on GitHub here:
    github.com/iNa...

КОМЕНТАРІ • 146

  • @padcom
    @padcom Рік тому +9

    Cool idea to hook up the things internally. Those wrong labels threw me off completely - thanks for sharing! Btw, HC-05 works as well - hooked up just like you did.

    • @danielson101
      @danielson101 Рік тому

      Cool

    • @thenerdling1
      @thenerdling1 Рік тому

      How did you get the hc05 to work, im trying different at commands but nothing through telemetry viewer

  • @danielson101
    @danielson101 Рік тому +1

    I’m watching now for first time

  • @Airbrushkid
    @Airbrushkid Рік тому +4

    Why you need GPS on a transmitter? Is it so people can find you when you bug them? 😅🤣😂😅

    • @alwaysflying6540
      @alwaysflying6540 10 місяців тому

      I was just asking this same question while reading your comment lol. I think he wants to link to a phone or tablet

    • @ODGuitars
      @ODGuitars 7 місяців тому

      Take a look at the end of the video, he explains what it is good for

    • @djsolstice8964
      @djsolstice8964 4 місяці тому

      It's for return to home. Instead of return to take off location, if you have a GPS module in your transmitter you can set INav to return to transmitter location.

  • @JasonLavarias
    @JasonLavarias Рік тому +3

    Thank you for sharing!

    • @danielson101
      @danielson101 Рік тому +1

      I have later version that has plug wondering if I can use for Gps ?

    • @JasonLavarias
      @JasonLavarias Рік тому

      @@danielson101 That sounds like a good idea!

  • @ahmadhanif114
    @ahmadhanif114 11 днів тому

    I flashed the latest edgetx version, but there is no telem mirror option on aux2, only on aux1

  • @stevecook6136
    @stevecook6136 7 місяців тому

    To sum it up: Use a NMEA unit, then hook up GND to GND, PWR to PWR, TX to RX, RX to TX

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  3 місяці тому

      No. TX to TX and RX to RX as they've labled them incorrectly on the MK2 boards. But if you buy a new one, you might have the right lable. Just compare it with what I have in the video. Mine is incorrectly labled.

  • @PiotrRyczek
    @PiotrRyczek Місяць тому

    Hello! Maybe stupid question, which cable should I buy for BT connection here? Is it PH 2.0mm? Or simplifying what should I choose?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  4 дні тому

      Have you had a look in the video description?

  • @russell2612
    @russell2612 Рік тому +1

    In your description you list the bluetooth modules to buy for MK1 and MK2. I have a MK2 transmitter and just received the FrSky Bluetooth Module in the mail that you have listed for this transmitter, but I do not have to solder pads in my transmitter for this module. Mine looks more like yours in this video. What hardware is required for the TX16S MK2?

  • @autorings3443
    @autorings3443 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for the video, When selecting Master/Bluetooth On my TX16s it shows Not Connected. But I am able to connect to it when using my BLE scanner through my phone. It does't discover new sensors. thanks again .

  • @TheNnpatel
    @TheNnpatel 7 місяців тому +1

    great video

  • @elviejoperro3077
    @elviejoperro3077 Рік тому +1

    👏👏👏, thank you

  • @stevecook6136
    @stevecook6136 7 місяців тому +1

    YOU MUST USE AN NMEA GPS UNIT, or it does not work at all.

  • @Ard1400
    @Ard1400 Рік тому +1

    Nice video,
    I wonder if the exact same functions are possible with the AT-09 / HC-10 Bluetooth BLE Module as the FrSky Bluetooth Module. In your description you use an old version of Frysky Bluetooth Module. The Para bluetooth module is the new version. This has a built-in antenna and is much more reliable than the old version. I built this into the first version TX16S and it works great but is difficult to install in the first generation TX16S. I myself use the Telemetry Viewer app on my phone and tablet. Functions perfectly.

    • @rjanrspam
      @rjanrspam Рік тому

      Hello, Did you install an AT-9/HC-10 to work with Headtracker project or Frsky PARA Bluetooth chip ?

  • @rotormasher
    @rotormasher Рік тому +1

    Fantastic

  • @-exeCy-
    @-exeCy- 7 місяців тому +2

    What's the point of having GPS on your trasmitter ?How it helps ? Thanks

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  3 місяці тому +1

      It might help in the future for things like RTO (return-to-operator)

  • @LukasLampe
    @LukasLampe Рік тому +1

    cool! what would all the reasons / optuins be for having gps and bleutooth?

    • @stevecook6136
      @stevecook6136 7 місяців тому

      You can find lost models easy

  • @p0pka_enota
    @p0pka_enota 17 днів тому

    Hey, thanks for the video! I'm also making a mod for my tx16s. I have a couple of questions, maybe you may help:
    1. You connect your bluetooth module into an internal port(white color). Do you know what is its type? I was trying to find, but cannot identify for sure. Size-wise it looks similar to JST zh 1.5, but it doesn't fit.
    2. Can you please explain how physical UART ports map to AUX1, AUX2? I was using the dupont ports on the bottom of tx16(UART6 and UART3) and they map to AUX1 and AUX2. You use the internal ports and they also map to AUX1 and AUX2. Are they simply duplicates or you have a custom build/settings to enable them?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  17 днів тому

      1. These are the connectors for the UART port that has a connector pre-soldered:
      Molex PicoBlade 1.25
      www.ebay.co.uk/itm/232695637343?var=532197797528
      2. Diagrams can be found here:
      drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_VqPQZO8eKk6hpo6aFEIUbltRMu8_k5p?usp=drive_link
      I have already annotated them for the MK1 and MK 2 version of the radio.

    • @p0pka_enota
      @p0pka_enota 16 днів тому

      @@DZARO Thank you! That helps a lot

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  16 днів тому +1

      @@p0pka_enota Also, have a look at the video description, you will find a lot of intomation there as well.

  • @chestergt7765
    @chestergt7765 Рік тому +1

    This bluetooth method does not work. You will need the Frsky bluetooth board to enable bluetooth on a TX16s.

  • @szczery_fpv
    @szczery_fpv Рік тому

    Great material and STL file ... I still have a question if you have not mistaken the BT module RX with RX and TX with TX because it seems to me that it is wrongly connected in the video ...

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      The correct way is to connect RX to TX and vice versa. However, as the silk screen lables on the TX16S v2 motherboard are incrorect, you need to connect RX from your BT module to RX on the board and the same for the TX data line. This is also mentioned in the video description.

    • @szczery_fpv
      @szczery_fpv Рік тому

      @@DZARO I understand, so I swap the pins RX to RX and TX to TX. Thanks for the explanation. all the best :)

    • @MOKKAPA_FPV
      @MOKKAPA_FPV 5 місяців тому

      When you enable the telemetry mirror on aux 2, should the bluetooth turn on?

  • @ForSure871
    @ForSure871 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for the video. Quick question, why have you listet different Bluetooth modules for mk1 / 2? In both cases you need v-Gnd-tx and rx, so it’s should be interchangeable, right?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  9 місяців тому +1

      The one for the MK1 is specific for that motherboard and is much better ingrated with more functionality, such as bluetooth trainer, which is intended to work with another MK1 radio. Apart from that, it gets soldered directly to the motherboard and is controlled directly via the operating system of the radio (EdgeTX or OpenTX).
      The one for the MK2 can work with the MK1, but only with limited functionality, i.e. only bluetooth telemetry. It does not get soldered to the motherboard of the MK1 and there are no headers inside the radio so you have to solder the wires directly to the bent part of the AUX pins, if you want to have a clean setup with all the electronics inside.
      Hope that helps and makes sense! :)

    • @ForSure871
      @ForSure871 9 місяців тому

      @@DZAROyes, thank you very much. I ordered a AT-09 module before i watched your video, but in my case it doesn’t matter then, because i only need it to send telemetry to a crossbow mini antenna tracker.

  • @jac_pilot_theam_VH
    @jac_pilot_theam_VH Рік тому

    Hello Congratulations. He asked me if it works with an apm controller or any other to install on my radioMaster thanks regards

  • @toms755
    @toms755 4 місяці тому

    Does someone know the Baut rate to use for the hc-05 module ?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  4 місяці тому

      You need to configure this setting. It can do multiple baud rates.

  • @danielson101
    @danielson101 Рік тому

    So can I get gps off plug under 3 volt battery ?

  • @willipreugschat
    @willipreugschat Рік тому

    Thank you for your video. I haven't looked into the Bluetooth issue yet. Can the module also display the telemetry data of the TX16s set up in widgets on a tablet? Or is that only possible in connection with Betaflight or Inav?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      You can use Telemetry Viewer for Android and choose the Bluetooth LE option.

    • @willipreugschat
      @willipreugschat Рік тому

      @@DZARO o.k., thank you.

  • @juancisneros725
    @juancisneros725 3 місяці тому

    Is it posible to have Bluetooth audio?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  3 місяці тому +1

      It must be, but I jave not worked on this modification yet.

  • @ramilamrahov8808
    @ramilamrahov8808 3 місяці тому

    Which baud rate need to choose for connection bluetooth module?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  3 місяці тому

      You need a USB to UART module to set the baud rate fo the BLE module first and then pick the same baud rate in the radio.

    • @ramilamrahov8808
      @ramilamrahov8808 3 місяці тому

      @@DZARO what is a BLE baud rate?

  • @raffman4266
    @raffman4266 Рік тому

    How did you configure opentx when you added the BT module? What are the settings of the HM-10 you installed in your radio?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      Pls read the video description. FYI, it's EdgeTX, not OpenTX.

    • @raffman4266
      @raffman4266 Рік тому +1

      @@DZARO thank you sir apologies for my misread

  • @sullytrny
    @sullytrny Рік тому

    I really think to do this best you're gonna have to get the receiver up on a mast

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      If you are looking for mesurement accuracies of +/- 5mm, you would be using specialist surveying equipment (which costs thousands of whatever currency). I tested this for two days in a row at fice to eight degrees ambient temperature and I was consistently getting a minimum of 12 satelites which is good enough for what this will be used for in the end.

  • @observer6179
    @observer6179 Рік тому

    My TX16S mainboard doesn't have the 4 pin connector for the bluetooth, just the 2 pin. Did you add that connector? If not, do you have a different variant of the basic TX16S?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      You board is probably the one from the TX16S MK1. This video is about the MK2 and they have different boards.

    • @observer6179
      @observer6179 Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the speedy reply. Most appreciated. Thanks again.

  • @cyborgfpv7361
    @cyborgfpv7361 Рік тому

    Hello 👋 I just bought the HC05 and im looking information to install it on a Boxer to transmit telemetry, maybe you know how to?
    And I didn't knew you could install GPS to the radio but now Im interested on what's the benefits to do it. Great nice vid

    • @madladdan
      @madladdan 7 місяців тому +1

      Did you manage to install it?

    • @cyborgfpv7361
      @cyborgfpv7361 7 місяців тому +2

      @@madladdan yes it's working on my boxer

    • @MadfishFPV
      @MadfishFPV 3 місяці тому

      ​@@cyborgfpv7361I'm in the process of installing one at the moment. Did you ever figure out what socket type is used on the BLE connector?

  • @Loord2905
    @Loord2905 8 місяців тому

    Is it possible to set up BT module to Radiomaster tx12 ?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  8 місяців тому

      Probably yes, but I don't know for sure because I don't have this radio.

    • @madladdan
      @madladdan 7 місяців тому

      I don't think you can. Not on the mk1 at least

  • @ForSure871
    @ForSure871 6 місяців тому

    Is there a way to contact you? Via FB or Discord maybe? My phone can see the BT module but is not able to connect to it

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  3 місяці тому

      Join my Discord: discord.gg/HkFBVHvz
      We can agree a time and I'll hop on a call with you :)

  • @davidjacobs8558
    @davidjacobs8558 Рік тому

    HC-10 ? is it supposed to say HM-10 ?
    also, I think you reversed MK1 with MK2
    in the description.

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      To be honest, I don't know, and the Chinese sellers are not clear about this as well. Some say one thing and ship another. Others put both names in the listing. It's strange.
      Thanks for the correction, I've corrected it in the description. :)

    • @davidjacobs8558
      @davidjacobs8558 Рік тому

      @@DZARO I installed the Bluetooth module as shown in your video, but not sure how to use it.
      some say I need to flash the firmware with EdgeTX with bluetooth support, but don't know where to get that.
      I have updated the firmware of my TX16S Mk2 with ELRS with EdgeTX 2.8.
      however, I was able to use bluetooth function built into ExpressLRS to use BLE joystick to be used with Windows 11 and RC simulator.

  • @madladdan
    @madladdan Рік тому

    Does the bluetooth module transmit mavlink? How does the app decode the packets?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  3 місяці тому +1

      No idea about that. I think it is just MSP packets relayed over BLE.

  • @viperfpv276
    @viperfpv276 Рік тому

    Great video can you add the 3d file for the speaker please.thank you

  • @highmetal3630
    @highmetal3630 10 місяців тому

    I'm new to RC so I'm wondering why would you want a GPS in your radio.

    • @MadfishFPV
      @MadfishFPV 3 місяці тому

      While I don't believe it's possible just yet, he was talking at the end of the video about bidirectional telemetry, and for the ability for the drone to know the location of the operator, rather than it just having a fixed GPS position for RTH. The operators position can potentially by dynamic if they're for instance flying from the back of a truck etc, so I can see the advantage of this. The other option is for the ability to do a follow me kind of feature or an orbit around the radios position etc.

  • @dragonclips
    @dragonclips 11 місяців тому

    I want to be sure about those other connectors labeled J3 ( on the left side ) and J2 ( that one u used for BTooth ) at the right side , the board revision is 2021-07-30 TX16S-TP-V2.4 , anyone found schematics of this board ?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  3 місяці тому

      Good question. The connectos that I used are defintely the right ones. I doubt that they would have changed the connector itslef, but as the lable was incorrect (Tx and RX were swapped) you'll just need to test it and see if it works.

  • @umop3plsdn
    @umop3plsdn Рік тому

    Is it possible to use the Bluetooth module to connect to pc to use in SIMs instead of the cable anyone know? Oh shoot looks like someone just asked the same question as me sorry

  • @ramilamrahov8808
    @ramilamrahov8808 Рік тому +1

    I conneced to my mk2 HC-06 bt module.but didn't work.could you help me to fix?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      Why don't you join my discord server and then we can talk about it? :) discord.gg/MCNewZb2

    • @ZhiYuanTu
      @ZhiYuanTu Рік тому

      @@DZARO AT-09 to mk2 failed too, Could you help me too?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      @@ZhiYuanTu Just join the discord server that I put in the link above and I'll do a proper explaantion video live stream tomorrow. You can watch the video after that. :))

    • @ZhiYuanTu
      @ZhiYuanTu Рік тому

      @@DZARO The link is invalid :(

    • @thenerdling1
      @thenerdling1 Рік тому

      @@DZARO The I'd like some help too, the link isnt working for me. thanks

  • @fabriziopremi9674
    @fabriziopremi9674 Рік тому

    Hello, with my Tx16S I need to have audio with headphones or earphones, is it possible? How? bluetooth? Thank you

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      For that you will need to do the bluetooth audio mod shown here:
      www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=45048077&postcount=5930
      Hope that helps!

    • @fabriziopremi9674
      @fabriziopremi9674 Рік тому

      @@DZARO Thank you very kind, I'm not an expert I hope to succeed

  • @danielson101
    @danielson101 Рік тому

    could you have put gps on plug where you have bluetooth?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      Yes, you can. The BN-220 supports voltages between 3.3V and 5.0V. You would also have to change the AUX port in the radio system settings to match.

  • @LicardoFPV
    @LicardoFPV Рік тому

    So what apps can we use with this module?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      Please see the last link in the video description.

  • @Yogenh
    @Yogenh Рік тому +1

    Why do you have a GPS in the transmitter

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +2

      Please read the last paragraph in the video description and follow the github link to read more about it.

    • @danielson101
      @danielson101 Рік тому

      Lol I like to hook up gadgets in new Technology!

    • @danielson101
      @danielson101 Рік тому

      I’m 64 trying to make everything work’

    • @danielson101
      @danielson101 Рік тому

      Thank you

  • @yaronskp
    @yaronskp Рік тому

    Is it possible to add Bluetooth audio transmitter to bind Bluetooth headphones?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      Yes, it is. I will make a video about this in the future. Stay tuned ! :))

    • @yaronskp
      @yaronskp Рік тому

      @@DZARO I'm tuned for a month LOL Is there something in the making? I can't wait to fly with wireless headphones!

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      @@yaronskp There are a few things that I'm working on, but the issue is that I'm quite busy with my day-job and I haven't had time to make a video about this.

  • @mykhailofpv3943
    @mykhailofpv3943 Рік тому

    Hi where i can download Firmware with bluetooth Mode

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      Google drive link in the video description.

  • @skelethornbro
    @skelethornbro Рік тому

    Hi. Thanks for sharing. Can I use HC-12 instead?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      I haven't tried it but I will in about 3 weeks and I will let you know in an additional comment.

    • @skelethornbro
      @skelethornbro Рік тому

      @@DZARO I'm sorry. I mean HC-05 or HC-06

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      @@skelethornbro I htink that bothe of these should work. I don't have one to test. The only difference is the BLE generation, functionality should be the same. Let me know if it works. :)

    • @skelethornbro
      @skelethornbro Рік тому

      @@DZARO thank you!

  • @Yogenh
    @Yogenh Рік тому

    What does the Bluetooth module do for you

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      So that you can view telemetry information on a mobile phone or tablet. Please read the video description for more information. It is faily detailed.

  • @robertmorales4192
    @robertmorales4192 11 місяців тому

    The connections aren't labeled wrong. tx should go to rx and rx to tx

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  11 місяців тому

      Yes, on the new version of the motherboards, they are labled correctly because they changed the silk screen. On the version that I have, which is the first MK2 version, the lables are incorrect 100%!

  • @chestergt7765
    @chestergt7765 Рік тому

    Can you use that Bluetooth module for a Bluetooth head tracker via trainer port?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +2

      I think you should be able to. I'm 99% sure that it should be possible to do, I just haven't done it yet because I don't have a headtracker. It's best to ask in the DIY HeadTracker Discord channel here: discord.gg/QxUT2EyF and check the documentation on their main page here: headtracker.gitbook.io/

    • @Ard1400
      @Ard1400 Рік тому +1

      Yes you can. Works great. I use it.

    • @chestergt7765
      @chestergt7765 Рік тому +1

      @@Ard1400 that's awesome. I'm ordering the parts right now. Do you have an links to more information?

    • @autorings3443
      @autorings3443 4 місяці тому

      @@Ard1400 How did you do it? I got mine connected but it doesn't search or show addresses to choose from . thank you

    • @guynardin
      @guynardin 3 місяці тому

      @@DZARO Great!, I was looking for this confimation!, thank you!..

  • @k1ortia
    @k1ortia Рік тому

    What is the benefit of having gps on a transmitter?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      At the moment, there is no benefit, but the idea is to have a GPS in the transmitter so as to enable the potential for future developemtns like RTO (return to operator) and follow me. You will also be technically compliant with the RemoteID requirtements in the USA. The only thing where you have some benefit is using the modified Yaapu Telemetry Widget: github.com/rotorman/FrskyTelemetryScript

    • @k1ortia
      @k1ortia Рік тому +1

      @@DZARO Yes, that makes total sense. Thank you for our reply

  • @FlankCobra
    @FlankCobra Рік тому

    Can you help me decide what type of radio I should buy. I want RadioMaster TX 16 Mark II but I don't know what should i get 4in1 Or ELRS or buy 4in1 and buy ELRS module. I don't really know for sure what are they. of my understanding it's a communication protocol and I should not be in trouble if i have Elrs transmitters yes? So it is better to buy 4in1 and elrs module for diversity but I have just one training aircraft with off brand chinese transmitter and i can change transmitter for it yes? So why to bother and just buy ELRS version and leave module bay free. I need help I am confused it's all new to me. I would like tu Use one radio for my first plane then I would like to add quad to my colection and remake my plane to a long range with a 360 camera in the future.

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +2

      I wanted to have all of the options available and for this exact reason I decided to get the MK2 radio with the 4-in-1 module, as well as an ELRS JR module for those long range flights. The multimodule is amazing and supports a HUGE list of protocols. You can also use it to act as a receiver and connect another TX16S with a 4-in-1 module to have wireless trainer. The ELRS version of the radio is not bad, but the antenna is fixed, so you can't change to a separate directional antenna for long range flights and it is limited to only 250mW, which is about 1/4 of what all other ELRS JR bay modules offer. I pre-ordered my ELRS JR module from Radiomaster and I will do a full review and teardown when it arrives. My reccomendation is to get the MK2 radio with the 4-in-1 module as the pots are SIGNIFICNATLY BETTER than on the old MK1 and the feel and finish of the radio is just better. I decided to go for the carbon fiber look, but of course this is just personal preference. I have the silver MK1 and I didn't like it because the silver/chrome-looking parts are just painted plastic, so it will scratch eventually. The black carbon-looking front is matt finsh and looks a lot better, if you ask me.
      Hope this helps!
      PS: Have a look at the upgrades that I did to improve the feel of the scrollwheel and the buttons once oyu get the radio: ua-cam.com/video/Ozotmx3hmg8/v-deo.html

    • @FlankCobra
      @FlankCobra Рік тому +1

      ​@@DZARO OH man! Thank You for the replaying and giving me info. I had both training plane at my teens and i crashed it badly but recently i wanted to get back and try out it again and I crashed it again just right at the start of a flight as those other times.
      I connected radio to a PC to try out some sims and noticed it has interference. When I moved right stick to the edge of the throw suddenly it jumps in signal on two other channels which would make plane bank hard to the left and up and straight to the ground. And that's how i realized that if not crappy off brand chinese transmitter i would have enjoyed the hobby for over 15 years. But oh well never too late. I will take your advice and buy 4-in-1 then. I did not think of long range antenna aspect and that's a great catch!
      So I would like you to ask two more things. Can I buy R88 receiver from RadioMaster and replace in my plane to fly or will the TX16 will find my 15~ years old receiver and bind. Also do you know any discord servers or forums for EU RC hobbyist. I have a lot of questions :D.
      P.S. I watched that video of button upgrading right after i posted a comment. That's a great improvement. Also subscribed but I don't really like jazz that much :D

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      ​@@FlankCobra HAHAHAHA, *House Music* mostly but more RC content will follow as soon as I have my recording setup ready.
      Regarding the first question: You should be absolutely fine with the Radiomaster R88 because to your advantage, nothing has greatly changed in terms of servo technology. Maybe a change from analog to digital servos is the only main thing. I'm in this hobby for the last 17 years and we had metal gear servos 15 years ago, they were just a lot more expensive. Other than that, you can expect great performance from any 2.4GHz technology due to the incredible resiliance to interference, except for Spectrum's DSM technology. I would avoid them at all cost. Out of curiosity, what receiver is installed in that 15 year old plane?
      Regarding your second question: I'm not aware of any marjo RC groups. there are some relatively active FPV forums, such as the INAV Fixed Wing Group on Facebook. Maybe I'll create discord channel myself and post it in a follow up comment. Then you can ask me anything you want there.
      PS: From my experience, DSM is the only technology that is inferior to all 2.4GHz transmitter / receiver systems and is frankly speaking just crap. My friend from the flying field has a brand new $500 Spektrum radio and his reception is just horrible, even if we turn off all of our transmitters to avoid any potential interference.
      PPS: If money is no object, I would reccomend getting the version with the AG01 gimbals. They feel a lot better but the new gimbals on the MK2 are not bad as well. Have a look at this link: www.radiomasterrc.com/products/tx16s-mark-ii-max-radio-controller?variant=42850745319655

    • @FlankCobra
      @FlankCobra Рік тому +1

      ​@@DZARO Well I found few videos. I have this plane ua-cam.com/video/iNygjoj5AYc/v-deo.html with stock engine, battery and transmitter. ua-cam.com/video/_xlZLfTaA7Y/v-deo.html But receiver in this video is different. On my receiver there is absolutely no markings of any kind. But I will replace it so no problem there.
      Also i was looking to buy a new radio for over 3 years now. Wanted FrSky Taranis but just before buying all over UA-cam started poping videos about RadioMaster TX16 M2 wanted pre-order but had knowledge gap and could not find help I was looking for few vague answers here and there. Then the pandemic hit and took away life's joy for over a year and half. So here I am again trying to push my way into this :D And RadioMaster sending me e-mails 2 times a day that I should buy already what's in my cart xD But I am playing in Photoshop with color variants on radio and I almost decided on what colors I want xD So I will take your advice on 4-in-1 with AG01. Should i buy external ELRS. If so what do you think I should get Ranger or Ranger Micro? Or don't buy it for the time being?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      ​@@FlankCobra If you are buying the R88 receiver and you only have this plane at the moment, you don't need the ELRS gear for now. I have no idea how good they are and there only paid reviews out on UA-cam, so they only say nice things about it. Once I have it in my hand and am able to take it apart, I will be able to offer my opinion. The difference between the Ranger and Ranger Micro is that the Ranger has up to 2W of power output, but to enable this, you'll need to go into the web-based settings of the module and chnage some parameters manually. Here's the thing: I fly long range most of the time and with good antennas and antenna placement, I was able to fly over 10km on just 25mW of power. I think that speaks for itself. Personally, I'm getting the Ranger Micro (the one that fits flush with the JR module bay) because it doesn require any external power, has up to 1W of output power, same as my current Happymodel ES24TX Pro, and just fits nicely on the radio. There a lunatics who want to fly with 2W of power, but there's a thing they forget: Increasoing power output offers diminishing returns, i.e. you don't get double the range for double the power. The best thing for range is a directional antenna. If you are palnning to build a long-range plane, then why not preorder it. If not, you could wait for a few more reviews to show and then make up your mind if you still think that you need it.
      FYI: Happymodel ES24TX Pro is a good ELRS module electronically speaking, but has a crappy cooling fan that sounds horrible because the bearings are very bad. I replaced it twice already and it's still horrible.
      PS: If you do get an ELRS system, I would reccomend the Matek 2.4GHz R24-D ELRS Diversity Receiver. It's the best I have tested so far.

  • @madladdan
    @madladdan Рік тому

    Does this work with boxer too?

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      Shoud do, if the boxer has a free USART that you can plug into.

    • @madladdan
      @madladdan Рік тому

      @@DZARO I don't think it does but it has a BLE pad...

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      @@madladdan Would you be able to send me an image showing the connection point? (Please make sure the image is clear.) You can use a site like imgur to upload it and then just forward the link in your comment thread here.

  • @thewhitedillard
    @thewhitedillard 10 місяців тому

    Whats the purpose to having a GPS in your radio? I sure hope its not for remote ID, ppl caving to this rediculous remote ID are really just making things worse IMO

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  10 місяців тому

      Let me explain:
      Initially, the idea was to have send a live home location from the radio to the plane via MSP commands. This way, you would be able to have a moving home location independent of the take-off location. Everything was explained in the development request on the INAV github page. The second thing was RemoteID compliance. We're not talkitg about usage here, just compliance. If someone uses the feature, it is their problem, I'm not here to encourage or discourage anyone to use it, just make it available for a much more affordable price with the equipment people already have (i.e. ELRS WiFi)
      Personally, I disagree with RemoteID because of safety concerns I have for the pilot. It makes us easy targets for theives as they now know exactly where to find expensive equipment. Even when you are flying with a spotter, it can result and has already resulted in people getting their shit stolen as they were flying.

  • @danielson101
    @danielson101 Рік тому +1

    On phone

  • @Sugar_K
    @Sugar_K Рік тому +1

    Turn off your adc filter 😑

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому +1

      What for ?

    • @liranxs
      @liranxs Рік тому

      @@DZARO improved latency

    • @DZARO
      @DZARO  Рік тому

      @@liranxs I was assuming that it had something do with this but I wasn't sure. How much would you say it contributes? 3-5ms or more? Also, what is it filtering?