Inspiring video! The one thing I didn't see, was removal of the rosin flux after soldering. Rosin has some impedance when it solidifies and can change circuit characteristics and possibly add extra load to the transmitter. So right after the solder solidifies, wipe the joint off with a q-tip dipped in alcohol. 70% or 90% isopropyl alcohol from the drug store is fine. That removes the rosin the easiest since the solder joint is still warm. I would recommend using 63/37 solder over 60/40 for the fine soldering done in the rc world. Rosin core is more for large wires. Water soluble fluxes available in the 63/37 solders make cleanup so much easier and greatly reduce the risk of loading the circuit.
Peter is great on the show, I love the stuff he's bringing to Flite Test recently with more electronics and rockets! I think Peter needs to put aside a few nights practicing presentation though. He's often quite nervous on camera and his presentation of steps for complex things doesn't seem as polished and practiced as it could be. With a bit of practice though, I can see him bringing back what I was missing since David has left! Thanks for bringing him on the show more, I've been enjoying all the DIY electronics stuff!
Hi I'm so glade you guys did this video! That was my intro to FPV Flying! First I had this set up in a Hubsan X4, not so happy with the Hubsan. But now I've got it strapped to my trusty old Hobbyking Mini Swift, and it's a BLAST! Damn thats fun, and I got about 500-600 meter out of it, with the Wire Antenna AND just a cheap as chips RX with the standart Antenna on it... Damn good fun! I just the 5v Version as well, due to the specs it's quite well suited for a 1S set up. As a Cam I used a cheap Hobbyking Cam. I've you guys are back in Germany again, I would love to meet and fly with you!!
Hey amazing people! This needs a refresh. I was all set to throw down the clams for this but parts have been discontinued and now there is even a smaller camera!!! Can you refresh this project?
Seriously guys way too cool thanks for posting all the links on how to do it, i had a terrible time sourcing 3 V components, gave up had to work, thanks and great videos of FPV
Have you ever tried to put two cams on a plane with the right (or decreased for more immersion) eye distance for a 3D view? Are there even goggles that allow to easily show different video for each eye?
Why do you have one Cloverleaf Omni Antenna and one "normal" antenna on there? Thought the Omni outperforms the "normal" one? Why not go for two Omni in a 90° to each other so the two "donuts" get you an nearly all around and up and down reception? :)
Great video! Are there any videos going over the receiver setup? Looks pretty nifty. I definitely would use that setup for a rover project I am working on ...
@ 9:25 Josh justifiably corrects Peter to NOT USE CA in this application. There is a VERY good chance of fogging the sensor, the inside of the lens or the outside of the lens. And if you ever want to change lenses you're going to be pretty much out of luck.
Great video as usual guys. I have a motor question, I want to build a large quad and am very confused about motor choice what is a good motor to list a quad with about a 20 inch motor to motor?
Hi guys I'm going to be buying a plane soon and don't know what to get. I'm going to spending $250 max for now and going to upgrade to fpv later. I'm thinking about getting the Ft Racer but my brother says I should get the tbs wing that starts c (don't know how to spell it). I really don't know if a wing without fpv will be fun. If you have any suggestions on what plane I should bet please tell me
You should ask your question in the FliteTest Forum, there are some friendly folks that can help you out and learn more about you and what you really need.
I have been an R.C flier for over 15 years . here are my tips.. go for the basic bixler it is cheap and easily repaired ,EPO foam is fantastic and simple to fix …YOU WILL CRASH . also try and get a 2.4 ghz radio . buy a 6 or 7 channel as you will not need to upgrade later .. My biggest tips are to get someone who already flies rc to be there to help you build it ( note COG ) and also be there for your first flight ..get a simulator … read as much info on flying and read it again …. fly in open space without houses trees and other obstacles .. remember we are here to help .. if in doubt ask !!! may the force be with you!, Barry
Yeah but that's over 250 easily^^ go for a bix 3, you can fpv upgrade, it's a beginner and can be easily repaired plus you can do candy drops in the future lol
To step it up, you could mount a gyro on the goggle and have 2 servos control the cameras for a virtual reality experience. I have seen someone do this with 1 camera and arduino electronics..
You can fix the camera lens adjustment with liquid electric tape. Great stuff! Not to mention sealing every connection and securing connectors to each other and or to the board or airframe.
Looks like fun...and here are a couple of hints from an old guy on soldering detailed work: Find and use small gauge 63/37 (not 60/40) rosin core solder, and clamp the workpiece lightly in a Panavise or similar with rubber pads on the jaws. Add a worklight and maybe a magnifier and you're good to go...
Peter, can you use a different antenna, one that is not as directionally orientated? I have seen antenna that has four arms that kind of twist around, would one of these work with the system? Andre
I love the ground station box, I did notice the ezUHF transmitter in there though, is that just for storage or does it not jam up the rx antenna right next to it?
Very nice job :) It's a pretty cool way for saving a lot of money! Very easy, just some soldering skills are required but nothing impossible. 5 stars video guys, Peter is definitely the man of the week ;) Thanks for sharing
+cheeriomartinez Soldering tips are nickel plated so that the tip doesn't oxidize when it gets so hot. Use a damp sponge to wipe the tip off. A damp paper towel works in a pinch.
I had a question about the quality of this DIY version over the Spektrum UM package camera set up they have now. Is this DIY version turn out to be better quality "video/antenna/range wise" vs the ready to go spektrum unit? I dont mind building something like this,,Its fun even! But going over your list you have to order from a few different sites and with shipping it comes out to be More expensive vs just buying the spektrum one from one site and being done. Just wondering what benefits I would have going with the DIY version,Thanks!
Hey, You mentioned loosing signal when you bank. I was wondering if it would help to add another antenna perpendicular to the other or can you even add another antenna?
Great Video. Looks good. I just started flying FPV with the Nano QX and have traveled around the house and outside in the yard. I believe the QX FPV only has a 25mW transmitter so 200 Mw would be a significant improvement on range I would think. I wonder how this would work on a Hubsan X4. I havent seen any info on others modding that quad, but I am sure they are out there and that it has been done. The X4 seems like a great platform as it can lift quite a bit and I love the 10 minute flight times with the 500 mAh packs. Any thoughts on this?
hi there, nice build... something to consider in the future. I noticed the black plastic case that holds your fpv reception gear. Here can I find one of those??? thkx
Nice video ill try this for my racing boat, i have a question tho, i putchased a quad recently ( cheerson cx 23 ) and its great with one exception - the camera suck, i want to be able to take a little better videos and pictures so my question is - can i swap it out with something of better quality ? Ty :)
Just wondering, what wattage soldering iron is he using? I am good at soldering but I don't know what wattage to use for what. This looks like exceptional soldering.
You *NEED* to prove that you know something. When was the last time someone applied to be a brain surgeon claiming they know how to operate via " learning it from the internet"?
When you file off the tip the problem is not corrosion. What happens in the outer metal does not form an amalgam with the solder but the copper does. so the copper slowly washes away with each touch to new solder.
What is the range on something like this? I know in the video, Josh said something about 2,000 ft but is there a wider flight bubble I can fly in with a system this small?
This video says you can get different Vtx's that works with the different Brands (immersion/fatshark, bomcams ect) BUT IT DOES NOT SAY which works with which, Nor does your article. please help, How do I make sure a Vtx works with Fatshark/Immersion ?
Could you guys do a review on the Zeta fx-61 phantom wing? It is very similar to the fx-79 buffalo and I think you would enjoy it, and others would too. Thanks!
Could this work with a gopro as the camera since it has its own baterry? Also would this work with a RC805 5.8 av receiver? Sorry just getting into this
Dam skippy im gonna make one this week! Now how is the transmitter sending its signal to and what's the options on monitors for a poor boy like myself?
I have a drone with a board cam that can only take photos and videos do you think I should get rid of the recording components and replace it with a transmitter or is it to risky.
hey i have a fatshark 600 5.8 module i got off a busted Vtx. I'm gonna try to reuse it for this type of build. Hmm or would it make more sense to use something smaller to save weight??
How good is the Wide Dynamic Range of that camera. I tried several 1g cameras and their pictures where unusable ... The ground was pitch black ... Can you provide some more ground recording video from thus can? Thx
ha you guys saved me a lot of freakin money I was just about to go trade in my Ares q 130 for a Ares FPV that would have cost me another $200 thanks again guys
it is amazing how far the technology has come since this video was made. Now you can get something similar (fully assembled) for around $20
Hey Nils, can you recommend a more current video link for this info? Thanx.
@@thomream1888 ua-cam.com/video/811IZ8GLHDw/v-deo.html
@@thomream1888 look up "fpv aio camera" and you can find some. I dont know which ones are good and which are bad, but they are cheap.
was just about to say the same thing lol its so cheap now lol
@@headon6139 yes
You guys should open up a store where we can buy everything in a bundle. Keep up the good work.
Deadset they have a store now
ok
Deadset just go to flitetest.com and there is a store button at the top of the page
***** thanks man
Inspiring video! The one thing I didn't see, was removal of the rosin flux after soldering. Rosin has some impedance when it solidifies and can change circuit characteristics and possibly add extra load to the transmitter. So right after the solder solidifies, wipe the joint off with a q-tip dipped in alcohol. 70% or 90% isopropyl alcohol from the drug store is fine. That removes the rosin the easiest since the solder joint is still warm. I would recommend using 63/37 solder over 60/40 for the fine soldering done in the rc world. Rosin core is more for large wires. Water soluble fluxes available in the 63/37 solders make cleanup so much easier and greatly reduce the risk of loading the circuit.
+JKFlorida Glad to help !
Desert Mike DIY mmmmmmp
Peter is great on the show, I love the stuff he's bringing to Flite Test recently with more electronics and rockets! I think Peter needs to put aside a few nights practicing presentation though. He's often quite nervous on camera and his presentation of steps for complex things doesn't seem as polished and practiced as it could be. With a bit of practice though, I can see him bringing back what I was missing since David has left! Thanks for bringing him on the show more, I've been enjoying all the DIY electronics stuff!
Hi
I'm so glade you guys did this video!
That was my intro to FPV Flying!
First I had this set up in a Hubsan X4, not so happy with the Hubsan.
But now I've got it strapped to my trusty old Hobbyking Mini Swift, and it's a BLAST!
Damn thats fun, and I got about 500-600 meter out of it, with the Wire Antenna AND just a cheap as chips RX with the standart Antenna on it...
Damn good fun!
I just the 5v Version as well, due to the specs it's quite well suited for a 1S set up.
As a Cam I used a cheap Hobbyking Cam.
I've you guys are back in Germany again, I would love to meet and fly with you!!
Hey amazing people! This needs a refresh. I was all set to throw down the clams for this but parts have been discontinued and now there is even a smaller camera!!! Can you refresh this project?
Corey McGuire. wear is it wear can i follow you on
nash daniels you can follow my you tube channel. it has some robotics on it. not very rc
Seriously guys way too cool thanks for posting all the links on how to do it, i had a terrible time sourcing 3 V components, gave up had to work, thanks and great videos of FPV
Nice job Peter and explained very simply, your a great addition to Flite Test.
Have you ever tried to put two cams on a plane with the right (or decreased for more immersion) eye distance for a 3D view? Are there even goggles that allow to easily show different video for each eye?
Oculous would do 3d i think.
Yes, but that would probably require quite some signal converting etc.
Zeiss cinemizer 3d, i think
DerClaudius www.banggood.com/Skyzone-SKY02-5_8G-32CH-AIO-3D-FPV-Goggles-Headset-Video-Glasses-p-964134.html
thx
We need more videos like this.
Why do you have one Cloverleaf Omni Antenna and one "normal" antenna on there? Thought the Omni outperforms the "normal" one? Why not go for two Omni in a 90° to each other so the two "donuts" get you an nearly all around and up and down reception? :)
It's amazing to see how far this technology has advanced in such a short time.
Great video! Are there any videos going over the receiver setup? Looks pretty nifty. I definitely would use that setup for a rover project I am working on ...
@ 9:25 Josh justifiably corrects Peter to NOT USE CA in this application. There is a VERY good chance of fogging the sensor, the inside of the lens or the outside of the lens. And if you ever want to change lenses you're going to be pretty much out of luck.
RIP RadioShack.
You mention make sure to get a compatible frequency often in the video. By buying a 32 channel 5.8 reciever all your bases are covered correct?
Still a great video to learn from. The basics remain viable. Thanks.
Great video as usual guys. I have a motor question, I want to build a large quad and am very confused about motor choice what is a good motor to list a quad with about a 20 inch motor to motor?
Very cool and unintimidating project Peter. Thanks for putting it together.
as this part for camera and transmitter build, is there any video for receiver build?
Thanks for posting this up guys, it gives me confidence to try putting one together myself
May I use this system replacing the camera for an RCA plug and so transmit video signal from a DVD?
Hi
can you also post video for building Receiver same or similar one which you used to test FPV camera or provide and reference video links
Hi guys I'm going to be buying a plane soon and don't know what to get. I'm going to spending $250 max for now and going to upgrade to fpv later. I'm thinking about getting the Ft Racer but my brother says I should get the tbs wing that starts c (don't know how to spell it). I really don't know if a wing without fpv will be fun. If you have any suggestions on what plane I should bet please tell me
You should ask your question in the FliteTest Forum, there are some friendly folks that can help you out and learn more about you and what you really need.
if it is your first plane i would for sure go with the bix 3 from hobbyking
I have been an R.C flier for over 15 years . here are my tips..
go for the basic bixler it is cheap and easily repaired ,EPO foam is fantastic and simple to fix …YOU WILL CRASH . also try and get a 2.4 ghz radio . buy a 6 or 7 channel as you will not need to upgrade later ..
My biggest tips are to get someone who already flies rc to be there to help you build it ( note COG ) and also be there for your first flight ..get a simulator … read as much info on flying and read it again …. fly in open space without houses trees and other obstacles ..
remember we are here to help .. if in doubt ask !!!
may the force be with you!, Barry
Yeah but that's over 250 easily^^ go for a bix 3, you can fpv upgrade, it's a beginner and can be easily repaired plus you can do candy drops in the future lol
Bix 3!
Wow, this is awesome! Do you have a video on building the FPV "Black Box" that you're testing with? I'm interested. Thanks!~J~
Any chance of an updated version of this, maybe with cheaper components?
Do you have a video on how you made your base station with the video RX and RC control?
Has anyone attached 2 of these for 3d viewing? If you can see depth you would get a lot more control I would think.
+Anon Mason running on two channels and somehow view them on each side of an fpv goggle.... thats an amazing idea!
+Håvard .EF
Exactly what I was thinking.
To step it up, you could mount a gyro on the goggle and have 2 servos control the cameras for a virtual reality experience. I have seen someone do this with 1 camera and arduino electronics..
There is actually a product called a nerdcam that has 2 and processes them so they can just be viewed with regular goggles
Great job Peter & Josh.
Would you recommend putting something like this on the HobbyZone Champ?
You can fix the camera lens adjustment with liquid electric tape. Great stuff! Not to mention sealing every connection and securing connectors to each other and or to the board or airframe.
Great video. What do you use for the receiver? Can you show your receiver setup? Did you build that as well?
please continue explaining the electronics in the RC world, how to solder circuit boards, properly wiring power systems. all this good stuff.
We miss David but Peter does a wonderful job filling his shoes
Awesome! Can I use a PAL camera instead of a NTSC camera? The PAL is the only one in stock. Thanks guys!
Nice vid. I would really like to get into this. So how much should I pay for a receiver for this setup?
Is it possible to use a 5.8 polarised antenna? instead of just a straight antenna, as this would help keep the video from braking in turns.
Looks like fun...and here are a couple of hints from an old guy on soldering detailed work:
Find and use small gauge 63/37 (not 60/40) rosin core solder, and clamp the workpiece lightly in a Panavise or similar with rubber pads on the jaws.
Add a worklight and maybe a magnifier and you're good to go...
Maybe a dumb question, but could you put 2 antennas at an angle and cover the problem with the signal breaking when you turn?
what are the measurements for the antenna?
thanks
Ken
What about the reciver? Which one should we use for this set up? Otherwise, how would you do it?
Peter,
can you use a different antenna, one that is not as directionally orientated? I have seen antenna that has four arms that kind of twist around, would one of these work with the system?
Andre
Great video. Is there a way to set this up to record on a micro card?
Thanks
Could you use the 5V + a servo cable to power both camera and transmitter from the receiver?
I love the ground station box, I did notice the ezUHF transmitter in there though, is that just for storage or does it not jam up the rx antenna right next to it?
Very nice job :)
It's a pretty cool way for saving a lot of money! Very easy, just some soldering skills are required but nothing impossible.
5 stars video guys, Peter is definitely the man of the week ;)
Thanks for sharing
"you dont want to file the solder tip..." Puts down sandpaper and solder tip....... well shoot.
+cheeriomartinez
I ground one to a fine point many years ago....still use it. Have to clean and tin it more often than normal though.
+Haywood Jablomy you can change the tip
+THUNDERBOLT
uhh....yeah...so?
+Haywood Jablomy yeah mine is all wonky now. I could buy another one but.......eh
+cheeriomartinez Soldering tips are nickel plated so that the tip doesn't oxidize when it gets so hot. Use a damp sponge to wipe the tip off. A damp paper towel works in a pinch.
incredible ! do you have millimeters dimensions ? it should fit in an n-scale train too !
I had a question about the quality of this DIY version over the Spektrum UM package camera set up they have now. Is this DIY version turn out to be better quality "video/antenna/range wise" vs the ready to go spektrum unit? I dont mind building something like this,,Its fun even! But going over your list you have to order from a few different sites and with shipping it comes out to be More expensive vs just buying the spektrum one from one site and being done. Just wondering what benefits I would have going with the DIY version,Thanks!
well basicly you could choose your own setup (camera, vtx,...) as long as the specs match :)
Is that a Champ RTF that Peter is flying around 11:30?
Hey,
You mentioned loosing signal when you bank. I was wondering if it would help to add another antenna perpendicular to the other or can you even add another antenna?
Great Video. Looks good. I just started flying FPV with the Nano QX and have traveled around the house and outside in the yard. I believe the QX FPV only has a 25mW transmitter so 200 Mw would be a significant improvement on range I would think. I wonder how this would work on a Hubsan X4. I havent seen any info on others modding that quad, but I am sure they are out there and that it has been done. The X4 seems like a great platform as it can lift quite a bit and I love the 10 minute flight times with the 500 mAh packs. Any thoughts on this?
hi there, nice build... something to consider in the future.
I noticed the black plastic case that holds your fpv reception gear. Here can I find one of those???
thkx
If you run the 3.3v vtx with a 1s, use a 1n4001 diode in series to drop the voltage by 1/3 of a volt to help it from burning out.
If you use a GoPro by water i recommend putting the clear case on it...
FPV is impressive. I have an idea for you that would make it even cooler. Can you make a night vision FPV setup? That would be so cool!
I may have overlooked it, but what is the part number for the battery used in the video?
Nice video ill try this for my racing boat, i have a question tho, i putchased a quad recently ( cheerson cx 23 ) and its great with one exception - the camera suck, i want to be able to take a little better videos and pictures so my question is - can i swap it out with something of better quality ? Ty :)
where did you get the case screen ??
Just wondering, what wattage soldering iron is he using? I am good at soldering but I don't know what wattage to use for what. This looks like exceptional soldering.
Can we use mobius action cam instead of this small Lens? Will have we got 1080p as mobius resolution is recording.?
Can be extend range of the transmiter without using optional antena but using some devices to resend the camera signal into link ?
Can you do a video on how you set up your FPV box?
Whats the type of the protector case you are using for the ground station? The black one with immersion hardware? Pretty please? :)
your teaching videos are the best, more, please!
Great episode guys.
Did you guys say you were going to sell these? all ready built? my soldering skills aren't that good to do that small
Bite the bullet, Snap, and Learn and Practice. Time to stop being a baby
JL
you can learn almost anything on the internet, I don't know why anyone pays a mortgage for college unless it's to be a doctor or engineer
right
You need a certificate to get a good job...
Nobody's gonna trust your ass to self educate on the Internet. Lol
I learnt to swim online
You *NEED* to prove that you know something. When was the last time someone applied to be a brain surgeon claiming they know how to operate via " learning it from the internet"?
Do you need a separate battery for the camera? If so, then what battery?
When you file off the tip the problem is not corrosion. What happens in the outer metal does not form an amalgam with the solder but the copper does. so the copper slowly washes away with each touch to new solder.
The pre-built camera+ transmitter from horizon costs the same as the camera you have linked on Flitetest.com
This video is over a year old. Of course things are cheaper now.
Can I use an OSD to use the FPV camera and an Arduino nano to control my 4 brushless motors with the same battery ?
Making a micro quad for in the house with a Hubsan X4 board, cheap frame, and some brushed motors. Can't wait to add FPV to it! Thanks FliteTest.
What is the range on something like this? I know in the video, Josh said something about 2,000 ft but is there a wider flight bubble I can fly in with a system this small?
What kind of screen did you use put in the case with the receiver?
This video says you can get different Vtx's that works with the different Brands (immersion/fatshark, bomcams ect) BUT IT DOES NOT SAY which works with which, Nor does your article.
please help, How do I make sure a Vtx works with Fatshark/Immersion ?
Do you guys think you could do a video on how to calibrate the Dromida Ominus FPV?
Awesome Peter. Definitely would like to make one of these. 2 thumbs way way way up
Could you guys do a review on the Zeta fx-61 phantom wing? It is very similar to the fx-79 buffalo and I think you would enjoy it, and others would too.
Thanks!
Could this work with a gopro as the camera since it has its own baterry? Also would this work with a RC805 5.8 av receiver? Sorry just getting into this
What kind of range for this setup with line of sight? Can I get 2 miles out of it for 5 minutes or so?
Great video, I made mine about 3 years ago and it still sends signal fine with about 15mins run time.
What is this sound? Did I hear Geiger counter clicking? :D
What receiver do you use ?
Dam skippy im gonna make one this week! Now how is the transmitter sending its signal to and what's the options on monitors for a poor boy like myself?
What about using 3S NiMh batteries with the 3,5 V version of the TX?
In the article it doesn't list the battery cable. Which battery cable would i get and which battery?
Thanks for the help for Geting into the fpv part of the hobby
what is the range of this setup and how to increase the range by adding more circuitry
I have a drone with a board cam that can only take photos and videos do you think I should get rid of the recording components and replace it with a transmitter or is it to risky.
can a nano qx non fpv (obviously) carry this?
hey i have a fatshark 600 5.8 module i got off a busted Vtx. I'm gonna try to reuse it for this type of build. Hmm or would it make more sense to use something smaller to save weight??
What if you "can't" solder? Is there a FPV you can buy already assembled and ready to be mounted?
Yes, the one they mentioned at the start. www.horizonhobby.com/cameras---fpv/ultra-micro-fpv-camera-and-video-transmitter-spmva1100
How good is the Wide Dynamic Range of that camera. I tried several 1g cameras and their pictures where unusable ... The ground was pitch black ... Can you provide some more ground recording video from thus can? Thx
ha you guys saved me a lot of freakin money I was just about to go trade in my Ares q 130 for a Ares FPV that would have cost me another $200 thanks again guys
Is there a pre-built one I can buy? I want one for my mini quad
Hi FliteTest
Could you please tell me where you got those wooden tables from. Thanks.
do you receive the video stream with a 5.8Ghz video receiver?
It would be amazing if you made a mini versa wing to use this fpv setup on!
Can you tell me the name of the reciever you used?
Hey! Can I use this FPV system at outdoors?