Put on the props...powered the bird..powered the controller....no calibrations of any kind performed ...touched and icon on the screen - damn thing lifted off and started smashing around the living room like a terrified pidgeon. GREAT!! ( in wifi mode!)
Well, I just watched your video on Calibrations on Feb 9 2019. I have been looking at the Hubsan Zino pro and the Fimi X8 SE. After all the videos I have seen on your channel, I have decided on the Fimi. The comparison flight you took on March 8, 2020, I think, sold me on the Fimi. The video was too close to call but other features of the Fimi sold me. Thanks for all your videos and information for the beginners as well as the "old salts. Have a great flight!!"
Try to put a litle bit of tape on the top of the memorry card.It helps,the guy's that have the mavic Air have that problem an the solution is simple. Sorry for bad englis,greatings from Croatia (Europe) :)
a very helpful video, which I have seen to date from Fimi a drone in which it is worthwhile to look twice, maybe the fimi would steal the show from the big role model, maybe the prices would drop a bit, but would be great or , if the fimi does what he should, and in addition to have a good picture quality then the papi wants to have it
Good afternoon. I am a user from Russia. We have a problem with focusing the camera, we also solve the problem with the camera. In your video you wanted to replace the camera module and I wanted to know what progress you have. Thanks.
@@QCGUY Just in your video you showed a camera module from another quadcopter. So I thought you wanted to replace the whole module. It's no secret that the original module from FIMI is not very good. So we want to make a replacement for a better one.
@@QCGUY Please excuse me, my computer just crashed and the message had to be sent to another user. But I'm still happy to talk to you. This is a new acquaintance, also good. ua-cam.com/video/6WZC4FVVric/v-deo.html
So when you are doing the compass calibration you can't have any phones nearby. Question, how are you going to calibrated the drone if you cannot see the application which is with your phone? How far away does the drone have to be from your phone when calibrating?
Flies great. Lose FPV during flight. Suggestions welcome. Thanks for the video. Formatting the SD card allowed me to download updates. Not sure that is beneficial. (Ha!)
Tom DeMare I had two FIMI cables fail in me causing me to lose the app connection which as you know includes fpv. I chose a better 3rd party cable that’s been working great. Not sure if that’s your problem but that’s all I got. 👍
Just got my 2020 Fimi delivered to New Zealand. Had a great first couple of beginner flights then started it up and went though an update the next flight at about 120m away the remote just disconnected - very scary. Luckily it came back to the home point and i just caught it in the air - the remote refused to reconnect - not sure whats going on. So now going through the calibrations on this vid but the 2020 doesn't seem to have the IMU calibration option - what is this? Enjoying your vids thanks
Hey breakfast show 🤗 Chris the magnetic interference check, on 08.00 . Would it be possible that the "other quads" implement it also ? Its the first reaction they give if there are gps problems.
PTraas I suggest you look for videos about that. Different people recommend different things. I start out only running them down to 30% and charge at lower rates. It’s just what I do but then I use them harder and never charge a warm battery or leave them sit for periods of time with a full charge.
great video for the time that ill be able actually buy the A3 and the X8 SE..theyve been out of stock forever,,except for the opportunists selling them for $1000 on Amazon and the A3 on Ebay is way over priced and delivered from China
toxin911 right now is the rape time while people and companies try to screw people out of their money. In time production will catch up, multiple dealers will have stock and the prices will be more competitive. Hopefully some issues will be resolved by then as well.
Also in now - at the latest - said to update firmware ..tried..it said insert sd card to update...was not able to progress pass this. Bought sd card ( at huge expense!) And waiting for the mood to try it again. ( very low tolerence for gadjets that dont just work out of the box.)
Great review as always...I have a noob question, SORRY. I have installed the app on my phone and created a acct.....can't do much without the drone, which is on order. I've done a little playing with the app. I DO NOT have a cellular data plan, so i will not be able to log into the Fimi Navi app when away from my home WIFI...will I be able to fly with GPS and all app features by simply binding the controller to the drone and "enter the device" ? Will I be able to change settings in app ? And if I can fly without signing in, what's the purpose of requiring a email and password !!! Sorry if this is obvious to veterans flyers. Thanks again Tony
Thank you...I appreciate your time, and look forward to hearing what you find...I have the app installed and have signed in at home via WIFI...i also at the opening screen with the X8 picture, can hit the 3 hash Marks ( top right corner) then select login, and get 3 options,,,log in...register....and NOT LOG IN...selecting NOT LOG IN gets me into the app,,,,just not sure if everything will work,,,,I think it will, but again I do not have the drone yet, sooooooo Maybe you can try that ??? And, yes I agree the map will not update...Thanks again, and let me know if you have a chance to test !!! Keep the videos coming !!!!
@@tonyc7049 I won't be testing much here for a bit as my Mom has cancer so I will be making a lot of trips back to Virginia to be with her. I will be doing videos but sticking to top priorities for a bit. Thanks
Hope everything goes well with mom.....when things quiet down for you and if you remember, let me know what you find, looks like I wont be seeing the drone for a while, anyway...."processing time" is increasing instead of decreasing at Banggood
Maybe a stupid question but why have you got to do all these calibrations what would happen if you flew it out of the box and didn’t do any calibrations
Wait just a darn minute! You just lectured us/me on RTFM, and not 2 minutes later say "I KINDA read the manual" - in reference to the RC/WiFi switch on the drone. Lol! 🤣✌🤪 - not exactly practicing the preaching. JK!
@@QCGUY lmao 🤣 - seriously, I need to slow down, I've watched every video, yours;others on calibration, wrote Fimi to unlock app, and the X8 SE 2020 is just arriving today! "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail" -Thanks!
@@QCGUY lol your right but I may wanna do low altitude trioidy style shots..so why risk going so high..lol sorry I'm a newbie...u can tell I'm scared to go too high ni was pretty good flying back then with no altitude hold no GPS...will that help me now?
The Stream Room Medina Productions This isn’t a indoor quad. I wouldn’t recommend it for that anyhow. Explore your app settings and you will learn what you can set and change easily.
Hi! Chris, I have a problem with my fimi x8 2020 I made the mistake of updating the firmware, It is crazy to say that this has caused my fimi that is not stable now and is moving back and forth. HELP!! Please.
mohammed azad What bugs? Are you experiencing any bugs or just listening to those claiming there are bugs? There’s always bugs but not always something you would know even existed. There have been a few updates in August and I’m loading a video right now as we speak. There are no issues with this quad on my end and my video I’m loading will show that.
@@QCGUY so lock, trace, orbit all work fine. Also is hovering and flying smooth. There has been claims, not everything works as it should and I wanted to know everything before I bought one.
mohammed azad Im not one that uses features often so all I can say is orbit is good but even that I like to pilot it and do my own orbit manually. Trusting most any quad to features is where you see things go wrong. They can work perfectly one time and the next have a mind of their own. You’ll notice in my videos I don’t discuss features for the most part because most just don’t grab me or have my trust. As far a being a good stable flyer it is perfect in my book including hovering, taking off, hand catching etc. Right now it’s at $409 in my RC Hobby Shopper Group which is a good price for the FIMI X8. It never goes below $399.
@@QCGUY I agree...most of those features they put on quads are kind of gimmicky. Besides, you feel a little helpless when the drone is flying you, instead of you flying the drone.
You are correct it is now in the area that says maintenance mode. Then you go to drone calibration and if it's not there you need to contact fimi support to get it unlocked. Stupid right?
Dj Maury Podcast FIMI Facebook groups are great for that because many people have a stockpile of firmware to share and the links to the videos telling you how to do so.
James Darr I’ve never seen the X8 SE with any other version and I was one of the ones that bought it on the first day it was available. The A3 has a built in screen though.
my Android tablet is not supported and my android cell device isn't home now. I had to lend it out to someone in need of one hopefully for a short while.
I have updated the firmware today and now I can't fly. It says low GPS precision unable to use intelligent flight. A imu test shows it being abnormal. What can I do to fix this?
Paul Morris Is this still a problem? If it was perfect before the update and now this is a new problem after the update then I would contact FIMI and see if they offer a solution first.
@@QCGUY I have emailed them and sent them screenshots of the imu readings. The best solution they have suggested is to wait for the next update(coming soon). I asked why is not possible to roll back/install firmware again, they haven't commented.
Paul Morris They should be able to provide you with better support and solutions than that. I would push for the prior versions but have you tried a different device as well?
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@@gadget0bsess3d13 i don't know if you already figured it out or not, but the plane icon meaning is to set home point to drone location, while human icon is to set to operator/remote location..
Just purchased a fimi x8 se 2020 and I did all the calibrations and updates but I don't get a video feed to my phone and the camera settings are glitchy. Any suggestions?
Lucid Aerial Photography Contact FIMI from their website. You have a problem deeper than just cable and firmware unless the firmware needs reflashed which they will instruct you if that’s the case.
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My 2 updates with the X8 have been good, great drone for the money.
Excellent setup. much better than others explain this. looking forward to receive mine. thank you very much.
Put on the props...powered the bird..powered the controller....no calibrations of any kind performed ...touched and icon on the screen - damn thing lifted off and started smashing around the living room like a terrified pidgeon.
GREAT!! ( in wifi mode!)
Even if these have indoor capability I don't fly these types in the house. I use little indoor flyers for that.
@@QCGUY I was not planning to fly!
@@Aluminata I wouldn't even fire it up in the house. I can't say in your case what happened because you didn't invite me. lol
if you don't plan to fly it, maybe just want to do some setting in the app, it's best to remove the propellers..
Good one Chris, as usual. This quad seems more sophisticated than the Zino for sure. Today's technology is something else. Thanks for the info.👍
Well, I just watched your video on Calibrations on Feb 9 2019. I have been looking at the Hubsan Zino pro and the Fimi X8 SE. After all the videos I have seen on your channel, I have decided on the Fimi. The comparison flight you took on March 8, 2020, I think, sold me on the Fimi. The video was too close to call but other features of the Fimi sold me. Thanks for all your videos and information for the beginners as well as the "old salts. Have a great flight!!"
Did you order the X8 before the announcement of the new X8 2020 version?
@@QCGUY I have the Fimi 2020 in a preorder situation. That is the one I am waiting on.
Try to put a litle bit of tape on the top of the memorry card.It helps,the guy's that have the mavic Air have that problem an the solution is simple.
Sorry for bad englis,greatings from Croatia (Europe) :)
Yes, I always forget this simple little trick. Thanks
I'll just stick to using tweezers as well
Took a hundred years to calibrate my 2020, not even sure it is now!!
a very helpful video, which I have seen to date from Fimi a drone in which it is worthwhile to look twice, maybe the fimi would steal the show from the big role model, maybe the prices would drop a bit, but would be great or , if the fimi does what he should, and in addition to have a good picture quality then the papi wants to have it
I too 👌
Sou brasileiro, mesmo entendendo pouco de ingles, sua explicação foi a melhor que tive para ativar meu drone, abraço
Obrigado! Estou feliz que você entendeu e isso ajudou.
It would be great if we had more control of the drone's OS
With all drones this would be nice. I would pay for the option 👍
Thanks for the detailed explanation.
Good afternoon. I am a user from Russia. We have a problem with focusing the camera, we also solve the problem with the camera. In your video you wanted to replace the camera module and I wanted to know what progress you have. Thanks.
I don't recall ever saying or wanting to replace the module on the Fimi X8.
@@QCGUY Just in your video you showed a camera module from another quadcopter. So I thought you wanted to replace the whole module. It's no secret that the original module from FIMI is not very good. So we want to make a replacement for a better one.
это родина братан No, sorry 😐
If I showed a module it would have been the Zino.
@@QCGUY Please excuse me, my computer just crashed and the message had to be sent to another user. But I'm still happy to talk to you. This is a new acquaintance, also good. ua-cam.com/video/6WZC4FVVric/v-deo.html
So when you are doing the compass calibration you can't have any phones nearby. Question, how are you going to calibrated the drone if you cannot see the application which is with your phone? How far away does the drone have to be from your phone when calibrating?
You can but I just set the device and controller on the ground and look down while keeping the drone 4 feet above.
Were you able to fly this drone in house? How did it perform? Did the x8 utilize the bottom sensors to stabilize the drone?
Nnamdi Jideani No, I fly micro quads indoors only.
Is there a certain order to calibrate everything before you fly? (Compass, rc, gimbal) ...
Not really…I just have my preference but it’s not that specific.
Flies great. Lose FPV during flight. Suggestions welcome. Thanks for the video. Formatting the SD card allowed me to download updates. Not sure that is beneficial. (Ha!)
Tom DeMare I had two FIMI cables fail in me causing me to lose the app connection which as you know includes fpv. I chose a better 3rd party cable that’s been working great. Not sure if that’s your problem but that’s all I got. 👍
Just got my 2020 Fimi delivered to New Zealand. Had a great first couple of beginner flights then started it up and went though an update the next flight at about 120m away the remote just disconnected - very scary. Luckily it came back to the home point and i just caught it in the air - the remote refused to reconnect - not sure whats going on. So now going through the calibrations on this vid but the 2020 doesn't seem to have the IMU calibration option - what is this? Enjoying your vids thanks
Alex Partridge They removed it but it’s new so you really should contact FIMI. IMU doesn’t sound like your problem. Sorry wish I could offer more.
Hey breakfast show 🤗
Chris the magnetic interference check, on 08.00 .
Would it be possible that the "other quads" implement it also ?
Its the first reaction they give if there are gps problems.
frits183 Im sure but the jury is still out on its accuracy.
Hey Chris, just wondering if you have any insight on anything to do with a new battery before flight? Best practices?
PTraas I suggest you look for videos about that. Different people recommend different things.
I start out only running them down to 30% and charge at lower rates.
It’s just what I do but then I use them harder and never charge a warm battery or leave them sit for periods of time with a full charge.
This looks like a winner! Back ordered everywhere!
Teon McCoy So far Im very happy with it.
what drone to pick zino pro plus or the FIMI X8 2020.
FIMI
great video for the time that ill be able actually buy the A3 and the X8 SE..theyve been out of stock forever,,except for the opportunists selling them for $1000 on Amazon and the A3 on Ebay is way over priced and delivered from China
toxin911 right now is the rape time while people and companies try to screw people out of their money.
In time production will catch up, multiple dealers will have stock and the prices will be more competitive.
Hopefully some issues will be resolved by then as well.
Also in now - at the latest - said to update firmware ..tried..it said insert sd card to update...was not able to progress pass this.
Bought sd card ( at huge expense!) And waiting for the mood to try it again. ( very low tolerence for gadjets that dont just work out of the box.)
Might be something as simple as formatting the card properly.
Great review as always...I have a noob question, SORRY. I have installed the app on my phone and created a acct.....can't do much without the drone, which is on order. I've done a little playing with the app. I DO NOT have a cellular data plan, so i will not be able to log into the Fimi Navi app when away from my home WIFI...will I be able to fly with GPS and all app features by simply binding the controller to the drone and "enter the device" ? Will I be able to change settings in app ? And if I can fly without signing in, what's the purpose of requiring a email and password !!! Sorry if this is obvious to veterans flyers. Thanks again
Tony
Tony C I would have to try it but everything should be fine except your maps is my guess.
Thank you...I appreciate your time, and look forward to hearing what you find...I have the app installed and have signed in at home via WIFI...i also at the opening screen with the X8 picture, can hit the 3 hash Marks ( top right corner) then select login, and get 3 options,,,log in...register....and NOT LOG IN...selecting NOT LOG IN gets me into the app,,,,just not sure if everything will work,,,,I think it will, but again I do not have the drone yet, sooooooo Maybe you can try that ??? And, yes I agree the map will not update...Thanks again, and let me know if you have a chance to test !!! Keep the videos coming !!!!
@@tonyc7049 I won't be testing much here for a bit as my Mom has cancer so I will be making a lot of trips back to Virginia to be with her. I will be doing videos but sticking to top priorities for a bit. Thanks
Hope everything goes well with mom.....when things quiet down for you and if you remember, let me know what you find, looks like I wont be seeing the drone for a while, anyway...."processing time" is increasing instead of decreasing at Banggood
QC GUY all the best to your mom. Thank you for the great video!
A very helpful.video, Do this before every flight???
Thank you~
Awesome videos love your work!
Great video presentation helps us a lot
Thanks my brother
Good explanations!
Maybe a stupid question but why have you got to do all these calibrations what would happen if you flew it out of the box and didn’t do any calibrations
Thomas Young You don’t have to but you are smart to do it when you first get it. Poor flight or no return to home could be fatal.
Great Hombreeee...!!!....many ...many thanks pal....cheeerrrsss..!! all the way from Valencia , Spain....gracias--!!
Wait just a darn minute! You just lectured us/me on RTFM, and not 2 minutes later say "I KINDA read the manual" - in reference to the RC/WiFi switch on the drone. Lol! 🤣✌🤪 - not exactly practicing the preaching. JK!
Hey! I looked at the pictures..it counts 😂
@@QCGUY lmao 🤣 - seriously, I need to slow down, I've watched every video, yours;others on calibration, wrote Fimi to unlock app, and the X8 SE 2020 is just arriving today! "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail" -Thanks!
Just did ALL of these
Thx
Hi. Do you do compas calibration before every single right?
tigerek1986 False....when changing locations it doesn’t hurt but isn’t necessary. Recommended after updating, crashes or erratic behavior.
Which firmware update did you decide to use?
Barney Meza I’m on current after doing comparisons with X8 SE 2020
Another great video !
How can I set take off height if I'm indoors....?how do I do that. Thanks
The Stream Room Medina Productions Don’t use auto takeoff. Do it yourself but why would you fly this quad indoors?
@@QCGUY lol your right but I may wanna do low altitude trioidy style shots..so why risk going so high..lol sorry I'm a newbie...u can tell I'm scared to go too high ni was pretty good flying back then with no altitude hold no GPS...will that help me now?
The Stream Room Medina Productions This isn’t a indoor quad. I wouldn’t recommend it for that anyhow.
Explore your app settings and you will learn what you can set and change easily.
@@QCGUY ty sir..and thanks for videos..very helpful
Great comprehensive overview |D
Hi! Chris, I have a problem with my fimi x8 2020
I made the mistake of updating the firmware, It is crazy to say that this has caused my fimi that is not stable now and is moving back and forth.
HELP!! Please.
Dj Maury Podcast Did you do calibrations after the update? I haven’t experienced this problem with the latest update but also haven’t flown it much.
Has there been any software updates, to fix the bugs
mohammed azad
What bugs?
Are you experiencing any bugs or just listening to those claiming there are bugs?
There’s always bugs but not always something you would know even existed.
There have been a few updates in August and I’m loading a video right now as we speak.
There are no issues with this quad on my end and my video I’m loading will show that.
@@QCGUY so lock, trace, orbit all work fine. Also is hovering and flying smooth. There has been claims, not everything works as it should and I wanted to know everything before I bought one.
mohammed azad
Im not one that uses features often so all I can say is orbit is good but even that I like to pilot it and do my own orbit manually.
Trusting most any quad to features is where you see things go wrong. They can work perfectly one time and the next have a mind of their own. You’ll notice in my videos I don’t discuss features for the most part because most just don’t grab me or have my trust.
As far a being a good stable flyer it is perfect in my book including hovering, taking off, hand catching etc.
Right now it’s at $409 in my RC Hobby Shopper Group which is a good price for the FIMI X8. It never goes below $399.
@@QCGUY I agree...most of those features they put on quads are kind of gimmicky. Besides, you feel a little helpless when the drone is flying you, instead of you flying the drone.
The 2020 does not have a imu cal.that I see am I Wright
You are correct it is now in the area that says maintenance mode. Then you go to drone calibration and if it's not there you need to contact fimi support to get it unlocked. Stupid right?
@@QCGUY yea I see drone calibration. I did not know if I have to do was trying to learn all of that stuff
@@genefoxgreenmountaindroning If everything is fine flying and your gimbal is good no need in messing with that.
@@QCGUY thank you
Grate vidio bud. Can you tell me what format is the micro sd card for the fimi drone thanks.
alan brown I believe it’s exfat
Let me know if you have any idea what I can do to put it as it came from the factory.
Dj Maury Podcast FIMI Facebook groups are great for that because many people have a stockpile of firmware to share and the links to the videos telling you how to do so.
waiting patiently! ordered 15 days ago still has not shipped. they said it was out of stock and for me to wait :(
Does this model not have a built in remote control monitor??
James Darr Nope 👎
@@QCGUY but the First version does? Does not make sense to me....
James Darr I’ve never seen the X8 SE with any other version and I was one of the ones that bought it on the first day it was available.
The A3 has a built in screen though.
What about Android phones? Good effort Chris👍
my Android tablet is not supported and my android cell device isn't home now. I had to lend it out to someone in need of one hopefully for a short while.
I have updated the firmware today and now I can't fly. It says low GPS precision unable to use intelligent flight. A imu test shows it being abnormal. What can I do to fix this?
Paul Morris Is this still a problem?
If it was perfect before the update and now this is a new problem after the update then I would contact FIMI and see if they offer a solution first.
@@QCGUY I have emailed them and sent them screenshots of the imu readings. The best solution they have suggested is to wait for the next update(coming soon). I asked why is not possible to roll back/install firmware again, they haven't commented.
Paul Morris They should be able to provide you with better support and solutions than that.
I would push for the prior versions but have you tried a different device as well?
Have you got your fimi x8 to work or are you still having problem with low GPS precision. I've got the same problem.
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On RTH settings, there are 2 icons below what does it mean?
Without looking at the moment I don't know what icons you mean.
@@QCGUY I mean the paper plane drawing beside a human what should I choose as a home point
@@gadget0bsess3d13 i don't know if you already figured it out or not, but the plane icon meaning is to set home point to drone location, while human icon is to set to operator/remote location..
only first flight to calibrate?
STL Tayador periodically for good measure and location changes are my practice.
Is a very good drone👍 Zino 😢
It has the potential to be a very good drone/quad. At present it's not because the cant fix simple flight control issues.
@@QCGUY what kind of flying issues ? I ear that the range is not to good
Michael Silva Lets Just call it a sloppy mess right now. 👍😎
Manual linky no worky.
I agree it doesn’t have a nice beeping startup, sorry about the dog hate it even I hate, sound have no taste
manual deleted
A few more words please
@@QCGUY the link to download the manual from dropbox do not work. Says manual deleted
@@gremlin60 go to FIMI.com click support, then download, then drone, then select your model and download the manual.
404 on manual link
IceGryphon They have it on their website. Sorry 😐
@@QCGUY yeah found it, thanks for the video. I knew i needed to calibrate things before flight but watching made it easier to find them.
Just purchased a fimi x8 se 2020 and I did all the calibrations and updates but I don't get a video feed to my phone and the camera settings are glitchy. Any suggestions?
Lucid Aerial Photography Have you tried a different cable and are you on the latest firmware?
@@QCGUY I've tried several cables, and I did the most recent firmware update when I first received it 2 weeks ago. I've never had fpv since
Lucid Aerial Photography Contact FIMI from their website. You have a problem deeper than just cable and firmware unless the firmware needs reflashed which they will instruct you if that’s the case.
@@lucidaerialphotography7107 Have you tried another phone?