Uploaded May 2015 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
My Hero 4 Black has a 720p 240fps mode, so I thought I'd give it a try today. Using direct sunlight with a white background allows us to clearly see the props as they rotate. The frames per second (FPS) is still too low to see individual rotations, but the prop is clearly defined.
The subject is a custom built Micro-H brushless quad copter. See other videos for details.
My Hero 4 Black has a 720p 240fps mode, so I thought I'd give it a try today. Using direct sunlight with a white background allows us to clearly see the props as they rotate. The frames per second (FPS) is still too low to see individual rotations, but the prop is clearly defined.
The subject is a custom built Micro-H brushless quad copter. See other videos for details.
![Quanum Overlord Antenna Testing
Quanum Overlord with stock blue 13 dbi 30 degree antennas vs Quanum Overlord with X-Air (pronounced crosshair, but I still call them ex-air) 10 dbi 68 degree antennas.
This may not be the best test since Im testing in close quarters and basically testing how well I can see through objects.
Sorry, no audio in my goggle feed. I should really fix that.
Battery life with this setup was pretty terrible. Everything was more than 50% drained after flying four 450mah batteries and one 850mah battery [flown in the video]. Portability suffers greatly too, but this setup may have its uses. Bonus: Having a dedicated monitor for passersby to watch is nice.
Details of my setup in the video:
Dual Camera Photo Bracket Mount 2 Twin Cameras for 3D 3-D Stereo Stereoscopic Photography: [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2rhKTq9
Manfrotto 015 1/4-Inch-20 Male 20mm Long to 3/8-Inch Female Adapter - Replaces 3358: [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2JMSYtD
Manfrotto 259B Extension for Table Top Tripod - Replaces 3007X (Black): [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2HOWVNS
Foto&Tech 5 Pieces Metal 1/4 to 3/8 Convert Screw Adapter for Tripod Monopod Ballhead DSLR SLR: [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2JJgcRx
iXCC 6Ft TRRS Male to Male 3.5mm Audio Cable, Universal 4-Conductor Auxiliary Stereo Cable Cord for 3.5mm-Enabled Devices(Microphone Compatible): [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2Ks9v7v
Fat Shark FSV1076 Dominator HD3 Toy Hobby Rc Vehicle Accessories: [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2rfNW1Z
FrSky Taranis X9D plus 16-channel 2.4ghz ACCST Radio Transmitter (mode 2): [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2HOwkke
FrSky Taranis X9D Plus 2.4GHz ACCST Radio (Mode 2): [affiliate] https://www.getfpv.com/frsky-taranis-x9d-plus-2-4ghz-accst-radio-mode-2.html?cmid=eHZ3Y2tBWGYrQWM9&afid=VlNXMVZ4OEpzUGc9&ats=d3NzeVZtemdDVkU9
TRUE RC Antenas X-AIR 5.8 GHz RHCP Directional: [affiliate] https://amzn.to/2KwsYEj
TrueRC 5.8GHz X-AIR (RHCP): [affiliate] https://www.getfpv.com/truerc-5-8ghz-crosshair-antenna.html?cmid=eHZ3Y2tBWGYrQWM9&afid=VlNXMVZ4OEpzUGc9&ats=d3NzeVZtemdDVkU9 Quanum Overlord Antenna Testing](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HqshFHSNK5M/mqdefault.jpg)
![Solar ZCash Mining Demo
Solar ZCash Mining Demo
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Products used in this video:
EVGA 1080 Ti Hybrid SC2: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/2ttzbub
P3 International P4460 Kill A Watt EZ Electricity Usage Monitor:
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![SteamVR - Are You VR Ready?
Want to know if your machine is VR Ready? Well show you how to check.
Hardware used in this build:
SD Cards used in this video (not recommended unless you want to spend an hour writing the card - only 4MB/s write): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1o2apeH
SD Card recommended (16GB, 30MB/s write): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1TUHBkB
SD Card Reader/Writer used in this video (recommended): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1o2aFue
Belkin SuperSpeed USB 3.0 4-Port Hub (F4U058tt): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1QatYOy
Corsair Vengeance Series Black C70 Mid Tower Computer Case (CC-9011016-WW): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1Tix0gT
Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB Kit (8GBx2) DDR3 1600 MT/s (PC3-12800): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1Tix4gS
Samsung 850 EVO 120GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E120B/AM): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1NMAGDY
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Seagate 3TB Desktop HDD SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-Inch Internal Bare Drive (ST3000DM001): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1klmXeP
Intel Core BX80646I74790K i7-4790K Processor (8M Cache, up to 4.40 GHz): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1NMB4SU
Corsair RM Series 650 Watt ATX/EPS 80PLUS Gold-Certified Power Supply - CP-9020054-NA RM650: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1NMBadd
Gigabyte GA-Z97-HD3 LGA 1150 Z97 HDMI 2-Way CrossFire ATX Motherboard: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1NMBicO
TP-LINK TL-WDN4800 Dual Band Wireless N900 PCI Express Adapter: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1NMBqJr
(This is the graphics card in the build video, but I recommend the 970, below) EVGA GeForce GT 740 Superclocked Single Slot 2GB DDR3 Graphics Cards 02G-P4-2742-KR: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1Tiy9oX
(This is the card in this video) EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB SSC Gaming ACX 2.0+ Cooling Graphics Card (04G-P4-3975-KR): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1TiyeJf
Check out these other awesome videos in my Hackintosh series:
For the hardware specs and assembly walkthrough see Part 1: https://youtu.be/EuJPWxj8WYA
For software installation, see Part 2: https://youtu.be/sZn8OdA-xR0
For a comparison of using an SSD vs a magnetic HDD for FCPX storage, see Part 3: https://youtu.be/bzgA8M9R0wE
For a comparison of FCPX GTX 970 performance with the GTX 740, see Part 4: https://youtu.be/QSJt9e6PvRw SteamVR - Are You VR Ready?](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I0KL5LbdFL8/mqdefault.jpg)
![720w 12v power strip build
Watch as I build Frankensteins Monster: a 720 watt, 60 amp, 12v power strip. Why would anyone want to build this? I have no idea, but check it out.
Products used in this video
Valley Enterprises Powerwerx 8 Position Power Distribution Block for use with Anderson Powerpole Connectors 15/30/45 Amp PD-8
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Blue Sea Systems 187 Series, 285 Series & Klixon Circuit Breakers, 187 Series, Panel Mount, 60A DC
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Blue Sea Systems Push Button Reset Only Quick Connect Circuit Breaker - 10 Amp
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Blue Sea Systems 12 Volt Dash Socket
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Blue Sea Systems Mini-BUSBAR 2X10-32 100A W/COVR, with Cover
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Anderson PowerPole 75 Amps Connector w/6 AWG, Power Pole Kit 1300G3 1300G4
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Thirteen Chefs Wooden Wine Box for Gifts, Solid Wood with Hinged Lid
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Wire used in this video
BNTECHGO 10 Gauge Silicone Wire Spool 50 ft Red Flexible 10 AWG Stranded Tinned Copper Wire
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BNTECHGO 10 Gauge Silicone Wire Spool 50 ft Black Flexible 10 AWG Stranded Tinned Copper Wire
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10FT 6 Gauge Silicone Wire 6 AWG Ultra Flexible Tinned Copper Conductor Electric Wire Cable 5FT Black and 5FT Red Color For DIY,model planes,model ships,batteries,household appliances
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Connectors used in this video
Ancor 312325 Marine Grade Electrical Nylon Insulated Adhesive Lined Heat Shrink Ring Terminals (12 to 10-Gauge, Size 10 Screw, 25-Pack)
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Ancor Marine Grade Products 12-10 AWG Heat Shrink Female Disconnects (100 Pack)
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TEMCO 25 Pack Tinned Copper Welding Battery Cable Ends, Lugs Terminal 6 AWG 1/4 Hole - Marine Grade (6 AWG to 1/0 AWG Options Available)
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SELTERM 6 AWG 5/16 Stud (10 pcs.) UL Marine Grade Wire Lugs, Battery Cable Ends, Tinned Copper Eyelets, Tubular Ring Terminal Connectors [B20]
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Tools used in this video
Ancor 703010 Ratcheting Single Crimp
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Greenlee PA1118 GripP 20 Wire Stripper/Cutter, 30-20 AWG
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Klein Tools 11063W Wire Cutter / Wire Stripper, Heavy Duty Wire Stripper Tool for 8-20 AWG Solid and 10-22 AWG Stranded Electrical Wire
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Klein Tools 1005 Cutting / Crimping Tool for 10-22 AWG Terminals and Connectors, Terminal Crimper for Insulated and Non-Insulated Terminals
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Klein Tools 63050 Cable Cutters, Heavy Duty High Leverage Cutters for Aluminum, Copper, Communications Cable
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I used a TMS crimper, but it is no longer sold. This looks like the exact same model:
Goplus 16 Ton Hydraulic Wire Crimper Battery Cable Lug Terminal Crimping Tool w/ 11 Dies
[amazon affiliate us]: https://amzn.to/33NE1nL 720w 12v power strip build](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IBtpFDuy0YU/mqdefault.jpg)
![Foldable 120 watt solar panel - Anderson connectors
I bought this 120 watt foldable solar panel recently, and its awesome, but I hate the barrel plug cables these things come with. Ill show you how to cut those off and install some high quality Anderson connectors instead!
Want to buy your own? Click the link below:
EBAT 120W Portable Solar Charger Weatherproof Panel Foldable Backup Battery Charger for Phone, Tablet, Laptop, Golf Cart, Marine Battery for Travel, Camping, Shipping: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1XsEks3
Heres a less expensive, smaller, but less powerful panel that takes the same barrel plug cable:
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Anderson Powerpole Connectors 10 Pair Genuine: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1Kbuxj5
Crimper, Ergo- Anderson Power Pole Products: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1Kbvo2Y
Klein Automatic Wire Stripper: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1KKuEqK
Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue & yellow): [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1XsEZKd Foldable 120 watt solar panel - Anderson connectors](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ImikWzu4-aI/mqdefault.jpg)
![Engel Transit Slide Lock MR040 Install - Step by Step
Step by step: How to install an Engel MR040 fridge using the Transit Slide Lock in a Ford Transit 350 XLT.
Products used in this video:
ENGEL USA MR040F-U1 Portable Dual Voltage Fridge/Freezer, Grey, 40 quart: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/28WRtLr
Transit Slide Lock 530/540 - fits MT35, MT45 & MR040: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/28WtERs
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Bosch JS470E Jigsaw: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/28WuOfL
Ryobi Drill Driver: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/28V56pU
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![How to Make Kindling (Drone Cam)
Ive had a wood stove for about four years. In that time, I always wanted to film myself chopping wood, just for the heck of it, because I do it a lot, I guess. However, the idea of setting up a tripod just to chop wood seemed kind of silly. The Phantom 2 was a great excuse to film my wood chopping and find out how stable the Phantom 2 is on auto pilot hovering. During this test, my on screen display said that I had 10 satellites locked.
Products used in this Video
The following are Amazon Affiliate links, so if you buy any of the items below after clicking the link, I get a small percentage of commission. It doesnt cost you a dime, but it helps me continue making awesome videos on this channel, so please do use these links if you buy any of this equipment!
Also, note that I bought this equipment from Amazon too, so I feel the prices are reasonable.
The axe Im using, when Im not using the splitting maul, is:
Gransfors Bruks, Small Forest Axe: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1JeEw5f
The rest is drone stuff:
Phantom 2 with H3-3D Gimbal: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1KKvvHS
GoPro Hero 4 Black: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1JGdwkk
FPV Plug N Play Adapter Kit for DJI Phantom 2: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1DlFhgP
DJI Phantom Advanced FPV Kit for Hero 3 (7 LCD/5.8Ghz/1300ft range): [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1IiBihQ
SanDisk Extreme 32GB UHS-I/U3 Micro SDHC Memory Card: [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1STSE9X
DJI Battery for Phantom 2 and Phantom 2 Vision (White): [amazon affiliate] http://amzn.to/1K00gmC
Also, check out my website: http://www.createthis.com
Back To The Wood by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Artist: http://audionautix.com/ How to Make Kindling (Drone Cam)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/J79DoZ4v0K0/mqdefault.jpg)
![Mesh Maker VR - Colors, Sky, and Primitives
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![Bridge Rectifier Wiring - Bicycle Generator - Part 3
Wiring the bridge rectifier.
Stuff we use in this video:
80A 80 Amp 3-Phase Three Phase Bridge Rectifier AC to DC: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1SXfsJl
Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D : [affiliate] http://amzn.to/1ncDDI3 Bridge Rectifier Wiring - Bicycle Generator - Part 3](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Jaq5u5l5eS0/mqdefault.jpg)
![Hackintosh Sierra Upgrade with Nvidia web driver
Its here! Watch this step by step Hackintosh upgrade procedure from El Capitan to Sierra for both my 4790k build and my 6700k build.
For more info, check out the respective playlists:
4790k build playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdQ4o1tGX6XUusQ6VdW_p45adTkYuBdsM
6700k build playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdQ4o1tGX6XW6pbupWYPkI5hfnorzIXCN
Includes relevant fixes for Nvidia web driver in Sierra.
Recorded using El Gato Game Capture HD60: [affiliate] http://amzn.to/2hFnfjl Hackintosh Sierra Upgrade with Nvidia web driver](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JaxBvilYe-Y/mqdefault.jpg)
![Notched vs Unnotched Throttle - FrSky Taranis X9D Plus
Quick discussion about the benefits of running a smooth moving throttle gimbal on the Taranis X9D Plus, followed by a step by step guide to remove the notched throttle effect.
Products demonstrated in this video:
FrSky Taranis X9D Plus 2.4GHz ACCST Radio (Mode 2)
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FrSky M9-R Hall Sensor Gimbal for Racing
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