Drone Basics: Accelerometer vs Gyroscope Quick Tutorial Talon FPV 2018-02-14 | Drone Basics Series: Just a quick explanation of the difference between accelerometers and gyros in flight controller boards. If I got anything wrong let me know and I will update!
I got a Raging Droner! Quick build and comments on Catalyst Machine Works latest frame! Talon FPV 2019-04-12 | Quick build and my initial thoughts on the largest droner yet!
I Finally got my Armattan Marmotte frame! Lots to like and a couple things not to. Talon FPV 2019-03-30 | This is a quick frame build video, with my comments about the frame along the way.
Connect an LED strip to your Mobula 7 or other CrazyBee F3/F4 module. Talon FPV 2019-03-12 | This video discusses which solder pads to use for connecting an LED strip to your Mobula 7 or other mini-quad that uses the crazybee f3 or f4 flight controller. The next video will demonstrate how to configure the LED strip in Betaflight.
Just a Quick Channel Update! Talon FPV 2019-03-07 | It has been a while since I posted anything here, but that is changing. Stay tuned!
Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus Super Slo-Mo with Drones. Slo-Mo or Slo-NO? Talon FPV 2018-03-27 | First tries with my Galaxy S9 Plus Super Slo-Mo, nearly 1000 frames per second but there are some limitations. I captured some things around my house but mostly wanted to try in with my Armattan Chameleon TI
Catalyst Machine Works Massive Droner Build and Initial Impressions (and some flight footage!) Talon FPV 2018-03-21 | This is a quick assembly video of the Catalyst Machine Works Massive Droner 2.5" drone frame, and rough flight footage at the end.
No, your Foxeer Predator WONT fit perfectly in your Armattan Rooster or Chameleon TI Talon FPV 2018-03-19 | The Foxeer Predator is an excellent camera but you can expect the bracket to break if you install it in your Armattan Rooster or Chameleon TI. Here is why and what to do about it.
Armattan Chameleon TI: Frame Assembly and First Impressions Talon FPV 2018-02-28 | Quick video outlining the assembly of the Armattan Chameleon TI frame and also my thoughts on it.
Norris Build Update 2, Will an Asgard All-In-One Controller work? Talon FPV 2018-02-27 | I thought I would try the Asgard All-in-one ESC+FC+PDB+ODB board in this build but it doesn't quite fit.
If PIDs could talk! An introduction to PID tuning in your quadcopter. Talon FPV 2018-02-27 | I was driving the other day and it occurred to me that the cruise control in my car was a perfect way to explain what PID loops do. This will be the first in a series.I made this in Adobe Spark just to try it out, I apologize for the volume changes and I am not sure why they were happening.
Catalyst Machine Works Super Light Norris sub 200 gram build Talon FPV 2018-02-22 | I am finally getting some time to work on the frame that kick you in the back of the face. My plan is to build the Norris quadcopter to less than 200 grams as Catalyst Machine Works says is possible. So far it is coming in around 226 with props. What are your suggestions for losing 26 grams?
Do you want to fly with reversed motors? Here is how to do it! Talon FPV 2018-02-21 | I decided to try flying my quadcopters with motors set reverse from the default Betaflight settings. The previous video discusses why you might want to do that, this video discusses step by step instructions for setting them up that way.
Reverse Your Motors? Why do it? Talon FPV 2018-02-21 | I decided to try flying my quadcopters with motors set reverse from the default Betaflight settings. What are the advantages and disadvantages (if any?) Check out the next video for step by step instructions on configuring your quad this way.
Polaroid Cube HD Action Camera Review Talon FPV 2018-02-16 | Is it worth it as a cheaper alternative to a GoPro Session 5? Probably not. Polaroid is not the beloved company that it used to be. Save your money for something else.
Drone Basics: Making Sense of CW and CCW Brushless Motors. Talon FPV 2018-02-15 | Sometimes you might find some brushless motors that are marked as clockwise or counter-clockwise motors. Does it even matter? I discuss this in the video, along with two techniques you can used to reverse your motors.
Runaway Rooster: Update! Talon FPV 2018-02-13 | Update to the Runaway Rooster Video. I tried several of the suggestions posted in the comments, and ended up solving the problem.
Help! Runaway Rooster! Can you figure out the problem? Talon FPV 2018-02-09 | I am having a yaw sensing problem that is making the quad un-flyable. Can you spot the problem?Armattan Rooster with Race Day Quads Joshua Bardwell F4 AIO
Flying the Farm Talon FPV 2018-02-09 | Flying and having fun is the end goal. Just a little practice at my girlfriends family farm. Nothing spectacular, mostly this is for her. Armattan Chameleon with GoPro Session 5.
Deciphering SMA vs RP-SMA WTF, Drone 101 Talon FPV 2018-02-08 | Drone 101 series, this video covers some basics about the ridiculously confusing SMA and RP-SMA connectors.I am re-uploading this because I rendered it incorrectly.
My love/hate relationship with the Joshua Bardwell F4 AIO Flight Controller Talon FPV 2018-02-08 | I think this product is exceptional especially for its price. I wouldn't use anything else, expect for it has this one problem....
Armattan Rooster Build, Final Thoughts Talon FPV 2018-02-07 | This will be my last video that discusses the Armattan Rooster from a tech perspective. In this video I summarize some of the good and bad things about the frame.
Catalyst Machine Works Customer Support Put to the Test Talon FPV 2018-02-04 | I was making another video about building the Catalyst Machine Works Superlight "Norris" edition drone and found that it was missing some components. Here was my experience dealing with their customer support!
Armattan Chameleon Frame Assembly Talon FPV 2018-02-02 | In this video I assemble an Armattan Chameleon Frame. This video is intended for beginners and is mostly a time-lapse of the build.
Armattan Rooster Build with Foxeer Predator Camera? There is something you should know! Talon FPV 2018-01-30 | Building the Armattan Rooster frame, I thought I would try a Foxeer Predator camera in the frame but it doesn't quite fit. Or maybe it is just that roosters shouldn't be around predators?
Armattan Rooster Build UPDATE: Maybe I was wrong? Talon FPV 2018-01-29 | This update addresses the arm movement and further thoughts on the "sunken nuts".All of the following links are things we have worked with and recommend:Parts for the Armattan Rooster:Hypetrain Freestyle 2306 2450KV Motor: http://amzn.to/2FooUDoHobbywing XRotor MicroCube http://amzn.to/2Dl5crCImmersionRC Tramp HV 5.8GHZ VTX: http://amzn.to/2CTnXBjArmatton Rooster Frame: http://www.armattanquads.com/roosterRunCam Swift 2 Rotor Riot Edition: http://amzn.to/2FrHSsFFrsky XM Plus Mini Receiver: http://amzn.to/2FvudRGDALProp Cyclone 5046C Props: http://amzn.to/2FtGtBQFOXEER Pagoda Pro FPV Antenna: http://amzn.to/2AQD8cQMy Transmitter:FrSky X9D Plus: http://amzn.to/2D4ylK0My LiPo charger:SKYRC iMAX B6AC V2: http://amzn.to/2mlRIDEBuild Tools:Exact-o Blade 40 pack: http://amzn.to/2D2uGw5Hakko FX888D Soldering Station: http://amzn.to/2CQ1Ag9Chemtronics Flux Pen: http://amzn.to/2D1JbRIHeat Shrink Gun: http://amzn.to/2FrVKn3Hex Driver Wrench Set: http://amzn.to/2D1V5LbMetric Nut Driver Set: http://amzn.to/2mlEhnrAlvin Cutting Mat 12x18: http://amzn.to/2mjvuCgLED Desktop Magnifier Lamp: http://amzn.to/2qVrSfuBuild Materials:Black PET Braided Sleeving: http://amzn.to/2FqN8gjMercury Adhesives Threadlocker: http://amzn.to/2D2Sb89XT60 Connectors: http://amzn.to/2CSgQJzHeat Shrink Assortment: http://amzn.to/2FqM4Jc24awg Silicone Wire: http://amzn.to/2Dl9iA0Filmed with:GoPro HERO5 Session: http://amzn.to/2Dotcu5“We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.”
Safe LiPo Battery Balance Plug Replacement Talon FPV 2018-01-27 | This is the first of my beginner series videos. If you have broken JST plugs on the balance port of your LiPo batteries, I discuss and demonstrate safe replacement techniques.
Lipo Battery Balance Port, something you probably didnt know! Talon FPV 2018-01-25 | I never thought much about the various color coding alternatives that we see on the LiPo balance port connectors, here is what I didn't know until today.
Emax F4 Magnum, 2 quick failures with this, 1 caught on fire! Talon FPV 2018-01-24 | Avoid this product until it is revised. I got very little use out of both of the ones I had and one even went out in flames.
How Fast is YOUR Drone? Find out here! Talon FPV 2018-01-24 | Easy technique to measure the speed of your quadcopter, or any FPV or camera equipped RC vehicle. Since this was published I have learned that football goals are 360 feet from goal to goal so you will need to adjust your math accordingly. The concept is still the same though.Here is a link to the speed calculator shown in the video:http://2kul.com/2kul-com-front-page/rc-drone-resources/quadcopter-speed-calculator
RIP GoPro Session5 Talon FPV 2018-01-23 | Metal poles are not good for your GoPro. Sadly, I didn't even get good video of the impact, but I wanted to practice pan/zoom features in Adobe Premiere Pro so here it is.
Armattan Rooster Build: Setting the Sunken Nuts, 5 Ways That Didnt Work and 1 that DID Talon FPV 2018-01-22 | Having a little fun here, but at the end of the video you will find our preferred method of setting the sunken nuts in the carbon fiber, two things that really shouldn't be in the same sentence in the first place.
Sunday Freestyle Practice and crashes with GEPRC LXS-5 Leopard Talon FPV 2018-01-15 | Working on building confidence with my flying, learning more about editing on Premiere Pro, and setting a baseline so I can (hopefully) watch my progress on both of those skills.
Runcam2 Audio Problem Talon FPV 2018-01-15 | I really like this camera, especially on my GEPRC Leopard LX-5 but the audio is distorting. I tried covering every external hole with black tape because I thought it was wind noise but it continued.
Armattan Rooster Build UPDATE - Do the arms move? Talon FPV 2018-01-12 | This is a follow-up to my previous video on the 3 things I don't like about the Armattan Rooster frame.
Armattan Rooster Build: Three things I dont like about this frame! Talon FPV 2018-01-11 | This frame is a sexy beast but came with some flaws. Here is what you should know before you build!
