NOTE: In this video, I mention the "automatic climb mode" and give a very basic example. If this is set up for real. Make sure to add logic conditions so that the climb input is only active when you are in cruise mode.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:28 Taking a look at the mixer page 02:42 Looking at the default mix (Airplane used in this example) 03:34 Working out which servos are assigned to which outputs 07:15 Reversing outputs 07:57 Adding mixes together 09:35 Other inputs available 10:30 Weights 11:49 Speed, to slow servos down 12:21 Active column, for logic conditions 13:51 How to move a servo if you have already wired up the servos 15:10 Conclusion
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NOTE: In this video, I mention the "automatic climb mode" and give a very basic example. If this is set up for real. Make sure to add logic conditions so that the climb input is only active when you are in cruise mode.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:28 Taking a look at the mixer page 02:42 Looking at the default mix (Airplane used in this example) 03:34 Working out which servos are assigned to which outputs 07:15 Reversing outputs 07:57 Adding mixes together 09:35 Other inputs available 10:30 Weights 11:49 Speed, to slow servos down 12:21 Active column, for logic conditions 13:51 How to move a servo if you have already wired up the servos 15:10 Conclusion
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Jumper T15 Transmitter: First look and unboxingMr.D - Falling with style2024-10-13 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we take a look at the new T15 transmitter from Jumper RC. This is a mid size entry level transmitter that has a few nice features. Lets check it out.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:113 Costs and options 00:50 Unboxing 01:19 The transmitter case and accessories 02:12 How does the transmitter feel? 02:52 Transmitter basic layout - switches, buttons, trims, USB, and other stuff 05:12 The JR bay and how well do modules fit 06:02 Batteries 08:00 A quick power up and calibration 09:41 Plugging in the USB and the storage space available 10:33 A couple more features of note and observations 11:43 Initial thoughts on the transmitter 13:36 Taking the back off the radio 14:52 The back of the case and the ELRS module 15:51 Adjusting the gimbals and switching mode 17:15 The MCU, haptic motor, and speaker 17:48 The real time clock battery 18:03 The general quality of the internals 19:14 Conclusion
For openness, this transmitter was provided by Banggood for review.
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A really useful addition to INAV 7 was the ability to add custom OSD elements. Using these, you could pretty much show any data you want on the OSD. There are some limits. The data needs to be accessible or created in the programming tab. But other than that, you can fill your boots.
In this video, I show an example of how you can simply get some flight data and show it on the OSD. My example shows how to add altitude in metres and distance from home in kilometres. You may think that those units are already available. Not if your OSD is in a non-metric configuration ;)
I also show an example of how to replicate the functionality of the current OSD switch indicators.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Where are the custom OSD elements? 01:26 How do you enable the custom OSD elements? 02:42 Where do you set up what is shown on the OSD 03:10 Basics on customising the OSD element 05:50 How do you get the data to put on the custom OSD element? 06:00 Example 1: home distance in km and altitude in m 08:45 How this collates to the setup on the OSD page 09:02 Were do you find the number to use for icons? 11:45 Example 2: custom switch indicators 18:39 A note about some current limitations for some values 20:03 Conclusion
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In this video we take a look at the new Caddx Walksnail Avatar GT VTX. This is Walksnails first VTX aimed at long range.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Specs and differences to other kits 03:29 The MicroSD card setup 04:29 Antenna connections 05:17 Direct solder pad. Warning, these are not for power in! 06:05 Internal ceramic antennas 07:25 Installation and camera attachments 08:20 Camera and antennas 08:43 Wiring diagram 09:25 Unboxing 10:58 My installation overview 12:21 How I installed the VTX 13:43 A warning about the MicroSD card plastics 14:45 How is this setup for VTX heat? 15:57 A brief overview of the build of the AR Pro 17:20 Final thoughts, TL;DW, and Conclusion
In the video, I made a mistake. I thought that TCS FPV had made a video about why we shouldn't use mW with digital But, he hasn't. He has some interesting videos on antennas though, so you should check out his channel youtube.com/@tmc-fpv
Tom also runs the awesome https://walksnail.wiki/ web site. Which has lots of helpful information.
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#Walksnail #LongRange #FPVINAV Public Service Announcement: Cant arm with plenty of satellites & 7.1.1 no baro issueMr.D - Falling with style2024-07-14 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we look at a couple of issue that have come up quite a lot recently.
The first issue is not being able to arm. Even with a good satellite lock, with at least 6 3D fixes, and a low HDOP. A rogue parameter setting may be causing you this problem.
Next we look at the default parameter setting that caused the release of INAV 7.1.2. This setting would turn off the use of the barometer, when in most cases it should be enabled.
TL;DW: The CLI commands are set inav_use_gps_no_baro = off set inav_max_eph_epv = 1000
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:18 Can't arm, even with lots of satellite locks and low HDOP 02:29 inav_use_gps_no_baro issue. Check even if on 7.1.2
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Charger balance extension cableMr.D - Falling with style2024-06-23 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
Here is a useful little cable from SpeedyBee. Which makes charging easier. In the days of old. Chargers used to come with long leads. Which meant plugging in the battery was pretty easy. These days, chargers are more minimalistic. The main power and balance ports are flush installed in the charger. It looks nice. But it can be a pain to plug in the battery. Especially when the battery has short balance leads.
In the past, we could have used regular balance extensions to make life a bit easier. But, you either had to force the balance lead in to the extension. Or cut down the socket on the extension to allow batteries of different cell counts to fit.
SpeedyBee have released some balance lead extensions that allow us to have an easier time. The sockets can accept 2S to 6S packs without any forcing or modification.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:24 How chargers used to look compared to now 00:45 Why are the flush balance ports a problem? 01:08 The answer to the problem 02:47 Any problems with these leads? 03:32 It's not needed for parallel charge boards. But here's why I stopped using them 04:08 Conclusion
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Caddx GOFILM 20 Unboxing and reviewMr.D - Falling with style2024-04-28 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we take a look at the new @CADDXFPV GOFILM 20 cinewhoop. What do you get? How does it fly? Is it suitable for beginners? Plus much more.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Unboxing 01:42 - In the box, basic accessories, and manual 04:12 - What batteries to get? 05:04 - The quad and what's on it 08:00 What are the defaults on BetaFlight? 09:13 - How to setup the barometer, if its not already working 10:34 - Default mode setup 11:17 - ELRS receiver target 12:32 - Receiver page setup 13:35 - Failsafe, and how to see if its working 15:15 - Motor setup 15:25 - Setting the battery details 16:15 7 weeks later... 16:56 Checking out the quad after weeks of abuse 17:08 Make sure to check the prop bolts are there and tight 18:49 Check your moonlight settings before flying 19:14 My biggest issue with the GOFILM 20 20:19 The update cable 20:31 MicroSD card removal 20:54 The video antennas 23:07 The ELRS antenna 23:15 A nice upgrade would be an Ummagrip battery pad 23:47 Overview of the settings I've been flying for testing 24:27 How does it fly on the stock tune? 25:32 Would I recommend the GOFILM 20? 25:43 Update on battery sizes 26:46 How much does this cost and is it reasonable? 28:26 Does it compare to the DJI Avata 2? 29:47 Would the GOFILM 20 be suitable for a beginner? 30:48 Conclusion
BetaFlight CLI for barometer and OSD resource I2C_SCL 2 B10 resource I2C_SDA 2 B11 set baro_bustype = I2C set baro_i2c_device = 2 set osd_canvas_width = 53 set osd_canvas_height = 20
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In this video, we check out the latest releases from INAV. Versions 7.0 and 7.1. Which was just released on the 1st of April. So what's new? Lets take a look.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Where to download the latest version of INAV 01:19 How to update to INAV 7.1 01:58 - CLI Autocomplete now in INAV 04:36 Where to find the release notes 05:46 What's changed in INAV 7.0 and 7.1 06:26 - Flexible motor and servo allocation (mixer - resource remapping alternative) 09:37 - VTOL in INAV (tilt rotor, quad-plane, and tail sitter) 10:42 - Ez Tune - simpler tuning for multirotors 12:00 - In-flight emergency re-arming 15:25 - Timer DMA burst 15:51 - Jeti ExBUS protocol fixed and 24 channels available 16:06 - Cruise mode for multirotors 16:43 - NMEA protocol removed 17:12 - GNSS improvements - more constellations and faster communications 17:45 - MSP VTX support added 18:15 - Linear descent for RTH has changed 20:59 - Pilot logos added to INAV 23:41 - Smaller changes in INAV 7.0 25:41 - Odometer added to the OSD 26:27 Changes in INAV 7.1 26:43 - Multirotors no longer need to us a compass 27:48 - Fixed wing autoland 31:13 - Add your own custom OSD elements 33:22 - The artificial horizon tracks the real horizon when inverted 34:08 - New flight mode - Angle Hold 34:22 - Smaller changes in INAV 7.1 34:31 - You can now set a minimum ground speed 36:19 - The maximum number of LEDs have been increased to 128 36:33 - Add a delay before landing in a Failsafe 39:16 - Conclusion
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In this video we check out the new Mario 5 frame from SpeedyBee. This is the DC (dead cat) version. But standard XH frame versions are also available. If you would like one, they're available here bit.ly/MrD_SpeedyBeeMario5
For transparency. This frame was provided by SpeedyBee for review.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:22 An overview of the different versions 01:20 Some specs on the frames 01:55 Unboxing 02:15 - Battery strap 02:44 - Checking out the standard components included 04:15 - What's in the advanced kit? 05:07 Some details and different options for the build 08:21 Building the frame 08:27 - The carbon parts 09:23 - Make sure to check the bolt sizes 09:50 - The capacitor area and a tip for holding on the arms 10:51 - Clear receiver cover and rear TPU piece 11:44 - The feet 12:11 - The FPV camera area 15:10 - XT60 and antenna holder, plus different options 16:16 - FC stack 16:33 - Bottom complete and pretty rigid 16:50 - Stack size and what capacitors will fit in the gap 18:05 - Top plate installation 18:27 Thoughts after completing the build 19:33 My plans for the build. What are your thoughts? 20:44 The price 22:13 Conclusion
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In this video we take a look at the new Caddx Walksnail Moonlight 4K Kit. What's it like? How does it perform? Lets find out.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:57 Product overview 02:14 Unboxing 02:24 Quick start guide 03:22 Accessory bags 04:14 Antennas 04:32 The Moonlight module 10:00 The camera and ND filter 12:31 A quick overview of my thoughts of the Moonlight 4K 13:37 The installation in my test plane 14:14 Overheating and how I resolved it 14:57 Thoughts about the installation 17:05 A note if you're planning to use this system with 3S LiIon packs 18:03 Best voltage to power the Moonlight 4K 18:20 Did I use the ND filter? 18:58 Some in flight footage using the Moonlight 4K. All using 4K 60.
In the spirit of transparency. This unit was provided by Walksnail for testing.
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In this video, we check out the new SpeedyBee F405-WING Mini flight controller. This is a smaller version of the original SpeedyBee WING flight controller. Though it's smaller. It retains a lot of the features of it's larger sibling. It even has a few tricks the larger one doesn't have. Lets take a look.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:01 General info from the manual 01:32 Different installation options 03:47 An overview of the flight controller 11:55 The USB extender board 13:34 The PDB board 14:49 Wiring diagram 15:04 The power flow on the PDB 15:40 Important information about the video voltage and considerations for current 16:27 Last parts of the manual including setup 16:55 Unboxing 17:56 Checking out the PDB 18:46 USB extender and wireless board 19:38 Looking at the flight controller 20:13 The accessories 20:42 Checking out the USB extender cable 21:44 Size comparison to the original SpeedyBee F405 WING APP flight controller 22:51 Cables that come with the accessories 23:37 Warning for pilots that want to use 2 FPV cameras and use connectors 24:43 Some advice if you're not confident soldering 26:27 The last accessory pack 26:56 Are the standoffs grounds? 27:52 Conclusion 28:00 One more thing. How does it look in a small aircraft?
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#SpeedyBee #F405-WING #FlightContollerRemoving the Air Speed element from INAVs OSDMr.D - Falling with style2024-02-11 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we learn how to remove the airspeed element from the OSD in INAV. But, also why you may want to keep it.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:29 The OSD page, and showing that Air Speed is not accessible 01:30 How to select the Pitot tube for airspeed, or none for disabled 02:01 How to remove the Air Speed from the OSD if you want to 02:35 Conclusion
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In this video we take a look at the Meteor LED kit from SpeedyBee. This can be used as a standalone LED kit. Or you can hook it up to a UART on your flight controller. To give the flight controller SpeedyBee app compatibility via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
For clarity. The Meteor LED kit was provided by SpeedyBee for review.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Some specs and information on the SpeedyBee Meteor 02:12 The different wiring options 04:05 Unboxing 06:27 Where to cut the LED strip if you need to 07:00 A look at the Meteor in the Bee35 frame 07:25 The module on the Meteor 08:14 Using the Meteor LED strip 09:45 Using the SpeedyBee app to control the LEDs 11:43 Using the SpeedyBee app to connect to the flight controller 12:30 Conclusion
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Firstly, I wanted to thank everyone on social media who donated to me in the first couple of weeks in January. This was hugely unexpected, and quite overwhelming. But thank you very much. Especially to Nick Boylan who was sharing the links.
I also wanted to chat about my recent absence. Plus some things that are coming in the near future.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Thank you 02:25 Why I've been away 04:10 Coming soon
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!INAV Fixed Wing Scaled Throttle: How to get the correct values in your OSDMr.D - Falling with style2024-01-07 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video, I show fixed wing pilots how to get your navigation throttles (auto launch, cruise, loiter, RTH, missions etc) showing correctly in INAV.
Here are the CLI commands: set max_throttle = 2000 set throttle_idle = 0
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction
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βοΈ In this video βοΈ π INAV Hardware In The Loop: youtu.be/EnMx1cFLy4I
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In this video we check out the updated GPS page in INAV Configurator 7.0. This has been catching some people out. As if they select certain GNSS constellations. The are all getting reset. We take a look at that. Plus, have a brief revisit of setting up the GPS and what to look out for if you have problems.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Update to the latest version of Configurator 02:00 What has changed on the GPS page 02:09 Replicating the problem that pilots are having 02:25 Why is this happening? What to do about it 05:40 Which protocol should you use? 06:10 Getting the right time and date from the clock 06:30 How to know if the GPS is working properly 09:14 Why can't I arm with 6 satellites? 09:48 Conclusion
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Setting up telemetry and sensor widget screens on ETHOSMr.D - Falling with style2023-12-17 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we take a look at how to add readouts for telemetry, channels, switches, and more on your home screen. Hell, you can even have multiple screens. This video comes in response from a viewer's question, asking how to display the aircraft voltage on the home screen. We look at how to do that and more.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:27 An overview of the telemetry screens and widgets 02:27 Changing a widget 04:35 Getting telemetry sensors from the receiver 06:06 Adding the receiver voltage to the home screen 06:38 Getting the battery voltage if the battery is not directly plugged in to the receiver 07:25 Making sure that the AIN2 pin can handle the voltage output of our battery 08:22 Making up a cable to attach the battery to the AIN2 plug 09:11 Setting the widget to use AIN2 09:42 Tuning the sensor to display the correct voltage 12:08 What if the values are red? 12:17 Changing layouts and adding multiple sensor widget screens 13:19 Adding a new screen layout 15:50 Conclusion
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In this video we check out the new SpeedyBee Bee35 Pro 3.5 inch cinewhoop frame.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Checking out the prices on the web site 01:09 Unboxing 02:38 A closer look at the parts in the box 07:22 The built frame and my experience while building it 07:58 The one thing to watch out for in the build manual 10:20 Conclusion 11:16 One thing to consider if you're new to building quads
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In this video we take a look at the RunCam Phoenix 2SP. We take a look at the specs and how the image of the camera looks. This is my first FPV camera review, so if you have any constructive criticism. Please feel free to leave it in the comments.
This FPV camera has been provided by Banggood.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Unboxing 03:30 My test rig 05:01 The specs of the comparison camera 05:48 Comparing the image quality 06:45 - Flare tests 07:25 - Low light tests 09:50 Conclusion
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Understanding the different FrSKY Stabilised ReceiversMr.D - Falling with style2023-11-19 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we check out the different types of FrSKY stabilised receivers. Each type has a differences including the channel map, self test activation method, and the tools you use to configure them. I look at the current and historical stabilised receivers, and how each type is used.
This video doesn't go into depth about how to set up and calibrate the receivers. For more information on that. Check out these videos:
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:01 The different types of FrSKY stabilised receivers 04:54 The different channels used for the stabilisation functions 07:20 Which tools to use for the different types of receiver 09:46 Self check on the different types of receiver 11:25 Conclusion
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Its here! INAV 7.0 RC1Mr.D - Falling with style2023-11-05 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we take a look at INAV 7.0 RC1, if you should install it, what you may need to do if you do install it.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Should you use INAV 7.0 RC1? 01:23 Where can you find the information for RC1? 01:50 How do you download INAV 7.0 RC1? 02:44 If you do use Release Candidates, make sure you keep up to date 03:24 Where to find the release notes 03:59 What are the major changes in INAV 7? 11:45 Other changes to be aware of 14:50 Where to report issues if you find any 16:03 Conclusion
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#INAV #INAV7.0 #INAV7.0RC1Read out the battery voltage and other values on your ETHOS transmitterMr.D - Falling with style2023-10-29 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we look at how to have your ETHOS transmitter read out values, for example the battery voltage. This can pretty much be any value on ETHOS, including all the telemetry sensors you have discovered. In the video, we take the battery voltage as an example. Showing how it can be read out from operating a switch. Or automatically read out when the value exceeds a specified target.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Getting the telemetry sensors 02:37 Creating a special function to simply read out a value 04:01 Having the value automatically read out when a threshold is passed 07:25 Fixing the mistake in the BATT LOW logic switch 08:25 Having the value read out at a set interval 09:47 Conclusion
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In this video we check out the new 5.8GHz analogue video receiver from SpeedyBee. If you're interested in buying one of these receivers. They can be bought globally from bit.ly/MrD_SpeedyBee58VRx
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Unboxing 02:28 The supplied antennae 05:54 The 5.8GHz VRx module 07:27 Functions available on the module 09:39 My thoughts on missing features 11:22 Antennas on the VNA ...or not 11:52 Wrapping up
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βοΈ In this video βοΈ π βοΈ SpeedyBee 5.8GHz analogue video receiver: bit.ly/MrD_SpeedyBee58VRx
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#SpeedyBee #FPVUsing the multi function buttons with ETHOS: The modes and how to output on a single channelMr.D - Falling with style2023-10-15 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we check out the multifunction buttons that are on all the latest FrSKY transmitters. On the X18, X20, and XE, there are 6 buttons at the bottom centre of the transmitter. On the TWIN X-Lite, there are 4 buttons, just below the screen. This video shows how this works on an X20. But it's the same on all the transmitters. With the X-Lite, you will have 4-pos, 4pos with off, 4 x 2 pos, and momentary modes. All the different button modes are explained. Plus, I show how to get 2x3 pos, 6-pos, and 6-pos with off modes operating on a single channel.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Where to change how the multifunction button works 01:15 6-pos or 4-pos on the TWIN X-Lite 01:33 6-pos with off or 4-pos with off on the TWIN X-Lite 01:46 2 x 3 pos 02:17 6 x 2 pos or 4 x 2 pos on the TWIN X-Lite 02:48 Momentary 03:02 How to set up the switches that need additional programming 07:32 How to use the multifunction switch in addition to a traditional switch 11:56 Conclusion
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#FrSKY #ETHOS #ETHOSProgrammingInside the FrSky TANDEM X20 Pro: Adjusting gimbals and changing modeMr.D - Falling with style2023-10-08 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we take a look inside the FrSky Tandem X20Pro transmitter. Not only can you find out how to take this radio apart. But we also look at the most performed tasks inside the radio. Including: - Gimbal adjustment - Swapping to mode 1, 3, or 4 - Rotating the gimbals - Replacing the RTC battery
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:03 About the back, and what parts you may need to remove 02:57 Changing the real time clock (RTC) battery 02:18 Rotating the gimbals 02:46 Information about the antenna configuration 04:01 Removal of the central part of the rear case (shown in reverse) 06:04 Adjusting the gimbals and changing mode 08:12 Removing the rear side panels (shown in reverse) 10:16 Make sure that the radio is still working OK after taking the back off 10:44 The changes in ETHOS needed to switch mode 11:36 Conclusion
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#FrSky #X20ProSpeedyBee F405 V4 55A Stack: Unboxing and first lookMr.D - Falling with style2023-09-29 | In this live broadcast, we check out the new SpeedyBee F405 V4 Stack. This is an update to the SpeedyBee F405 V3 stack, which really impressed me. I've been flying the V3 in my AOS 5, and it has been faultless. This update brings some nicer hardware, more power handling, and is still the same awesome price.
This is my first time trying a live unboxing. Did it totally suck, or is there some hope? What did you think? Leave me a comment and let me know.
The main differences between the V3 and V4 are: Flight controller: The V 3 has a BMI270 gyro, whereas the V4 now uses an ICM42688P. The V4 has an improved LDO power chip for the gyro with much better surge protection. The V4 can handle 3A on the 5v and 9v BECs, compared to 2A on the V3. The V4 has DSHOT support on INAV from the get go. V3 currently doesn't work with DSHOT on INAV. But an update in INAV 7 will get this working. The SD card reader chip is better quality and more reliable.
ESC: Continuous current is now 55A, up from 50A. The burst current is now 70A, up from 55A. The copper traces are thicker. There is now an aluminium heatsink. The MOSFETs have a lower internal resistance, and there are more filtering capacitors. The V4 is about 10g heavier than the V3; about half of this increase is due to the heat sink.
Contents 00:00 Waiting screen (skip this) 06:27 Introduction 07:42 Unboxing 08:00 - The 55A 4-in1 ESC 10:08 - The flight controller 14:39 About DSHOT on INAV, and how it will work with the v3 in INAV 7.0 15:55 - The accessories 20:25 Pinouts on the flight controller 24:44 Conclusion
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#SpeedyBee #F405 #FPVA better hands free climb/descent for INAV, ArduPilot, and other flight controller firmwareMr.D - Falling with style2023-09-24 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video, we revisit a nice addition to your transmitter model. This will allow you to climb or descend as a set rate. I have shown you how to do this before. But this new version is much better. Now you can enable and disable your climb or descent without needing to change the rate. There are also nice automated entries and exits for this assistance feature.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:16 How the old version worked, and how the new version will work 02:08 How I have the basic models setup on the transmitters 02:47 Step 1 - Disable the trims (OpenTX/EdgeTX) 03:35 Step 1 - Disable the trims (ETHOS) 04:15 Step 2 - Adding the pot and curve for the hands free climb/descent (ETHOS) 07:07 Step 2 - Adding the pot and curve (OpenTX/EdgeTX) 09:33 Step 3 - Setting up the logic and assigning it to the mix (OpenTX/EdgeTX) 10:15 - Logic for detecting the flight modes 12:12 - Logic to activate the hands free climb/descent 14:45 - Logic to deactivate hands free climb/descent 16:25 - Latching switch for hands free climb/descent enabled 17:35 - Setting up the switching in the mixer 17:58 - Demo of the system working 19:00 Step 3 - Setting up the logic and assigning it to the mix (ETHOS) 19:02 - Logic for detecting the flight modes 21:40 - Logic to activate the hands free climb/descent 23:55 - Logic to deactivate hands free climb/descent 25:59 ETHOS comments and how they can be really useful 27:09 - Latching switch for hands free climb/descent and the OR for activating 29:25 - Setting up the switching in the mixer 29:50 - Demo of the system working 30:50 Conclusion
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#INAV #AutoClimb #OpenTX #EdgeTX #FrSkyETHOSMoving models and more between two ETHOS transmittersMr.D - Falling with style2023-09-17 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we check out how to transfer modes, audio, LUA, and bitmaps between ETHOS transmitters. This is particularly useful if you have changed or upgraded transmitters. The moving process is pretty simple. But make sure that your moved models work as expected before flying. Especially if moving between transmitters that have different switches and buttons. You will likely need to re-register and re-bind your receivers.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:10 Step 1 - Make sure the firmware version matches 01:17 Step 2 - Find out where things are stored on each transmitter 01:43 Step 3 - Transferring the files via your computer 02:52 Selecting the correct to and from drives 04:42 Copying the models 05:22 Copying other files, like logs, model images, and audio 08:53 Conclusion
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In this video, we check out the new flagship transmitter from FrSKY. The TANDEM X20 Pro. This is a radio that has been talked about for some time. Now it's finally here, and we can take a look at it in the flesh. The X20Pro is available now. Though you may have a wait if you want to buy one. Due to the CNC machined body, there is already a waiting list for this transmitter. Only 4 of the aluminium bodies can be produced a day, meaning 20 radios per week. In the video, we will take a general look at the radio, see how it compares to the original X20, and also chat about that price tag.
If you're interested in this transmitter. It can be purchased globally from bit.ly/MrD_FrSKYX20Pro
TL;DW This is a high quality, premium radio. Every switch and dial feels like it will last decades; and has a reassuring click, pressure, or centre detent. Everyone that I have shown the X20 Pro to has commented on how great the switches feel, and the general excellence of the build.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:52 How much does it cost? 01:06 Unboxing: The case 01:31 - Included accessories 04:23 Comparing the X20S and the X20Pro 06:38 How much does the X20Pro weigh? 07:19 The X20Pro hardware 10:19 Ports, module bay, and battery 11:20 The CNC machined aluminium case 11:36 A quick look at ETHOS 12:08 Text to speech 13:39 Calibrating the gimbals, pots, and sliders 14:58 Setting the date and time 15:50 The three different RF systems available on the internal ISRM module 19:23 IMPORTANT: Check your firmware version before using the transmitter in flight 19:55 Updating ETHOS 21:21 The different file areas on the X20 Pro 24:06 If you still have the bootloader screen after updating 24:40 General thoughts on the X20 Pro 26:15 Is the X20 Pro worth the extra cost? 29:50 Conclusion and upcoming videos
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In this video we check out the Limited Edition RadioMaster Zorro transmitter. This is a small, gamepad style transmitter. This type of transmitter is ideal for flying quads, or for transporting in a backpack. How does the Zorro stack up? Lets take a look.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:25 What's in the box 02:22 Checking out the radio 06:36 Setting the clock 06:52 Calibrating the gimbals and sliders 09:21 The external antenna 10:04 The little plastic doors 10:28 Conclusion
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Updating FrSKY RB firmware and installing the ETHOS LUA script RB25 RB25S RB35 RB35SMr.D - Falling with style2023-08-20 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video, we look at how to update the RB25, RB25S, RB35, or RB35S. We go through all the steps, from downloading the firmware, software, and scripts. To installing them on your RB device and ETHOS transmitter. Currently, prerequisites for installing this firmware on your RB device is the STK Tool. There is a link to the tool below.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Downloading the firmware for the RB device, ETHOS LUA scripts, and the STK software 02:34 Installing the Windows driver for the STK adapter, if you need it 03:20 Extracting the STK update tool 03:34 Extracting the RB firmware to the desktop 03:52 Preparing the RB device for update 05:16 Flashing the RB device with the new firmware 06:50 Installing the RB device LUA scripts on your transmitter 06:58 Where to install the LUA scripts 07:42 Connect the transmitter to your computer 07:49 Copying the files to the correct drive on your transmitter 09:48 Locating the RB LUA tools on the transmitter 10:38 Conclusion
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In this video we finally get to maiden the @SonicModellOfficial Baby AR Wing Pro. Before we do, I take a quick look at my build and the good and bad points. Then we see how this thing flies. How good is it? Watch and find out π
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:17 The build process and how I built mine 05:15 Caution if you want to remove the wings 06:20 The flight controller setup 07:11 Time to fly!! ...and my mistake 08:43 Changes due to the ESC dying and burning out the motor 10:21 The real maiden flight 12:20 How does the Baby AR Wing Pro stall? 16:40 Conclusion
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This is a bit of a different video for me. It's not really a tutorial or review. But more just passing along some information to dispel some mistruths that are going around. In particular, this video comes as a result of seeing some of the comment's in Mads Tech's (@MadRC) video "DJI Goggles 2 & O3 FPV Do Not Buy - They Just Don't Care" (youtu.be/r72p6bI63Dg). In this video, Ian makes a lot of harsh, but fair comments about DJI, and this whole mess with their firmware.
One guys' comments in particular caught my eye, stating: "INAV devs CAN fix this, but they are stubborn and just won't bother. Why not blame the INAV devs?" and "Yeah, INAV devs can fix this, but they want drama in the community." Other than the INAV developers and community being the least likely to cause "drama". The INAV community is genuinely one of the most helpful I've been involved with. It is showing that some people don't actually know what's going on here.
The INAV devs did a lot of work to get even a basic level of OSD for O3 pilots. Something that they should not have even needed to do, if DJI had done things properly.
Hopefully this video will go some way to show exactly what the problem is. Why it is 100% DJIs fault, how INAV devs are actually going above and beyond to support O3 pilots, and why the font is so important. TL;DR, it isn't just about the characters looking different!
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:46 All about MSP DisplayPort and why this isn't the problem 04:43 The differences between the font sets 05:21 Comparing with BetaFlight's base font 06:20 Comparing with ArduPilot and INAV 08:30 Is INAV just causing drama? 09:14 What is the real fix, and why DJI are the only people who can do it 09:53 Why you shouldn't by DJI! 11:03 Why don't BetaFlight pilots understand the issue fully? 12:30 Conclusion
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#DJI #HDFPV #DontBuyDJIFrSKY ETHOS: Using a linear control as a switch - using the red slider for throttle cutMr.D - Falling with style2023-07-30 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
This video is to answer a question I received from a viewer on how to use the red slider for throttle cut. This technique can be used to turn any linear control (slider or pot) in to a switch. So it could be used for a multitude of tasks.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 01:08 Creating the Logic Switch 03:07 Assigning the Logic Switch to the throttle cut 03:50 Conclusion
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βοΈ In this video βοΈ βοΈ FrSKY TANDEM X20S Transmitter: bit.ly/MrD_3x6n6JL
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In this video we take a look at what you should do if you accidentally disarm in flight, when flying with INAV. I have seen posts and messages from quite a few people who don't know what to do, and have lost models because of this. So I thought I'd make a quick video to show that it is possible to re-arm in flight. Not only that; it's actually pretty easy. TL;DW, Stay calm, get rid of the stats screen, and check for blocking messages on the system messages.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Re-arm in flight without any restrictions 00:47 Why can't you just re-arm? 01:00 - Modes that will or won't let you arm 01:59 - Throttle position 02:09 - Autolaunch permanently enabled? 02:54 Having a fly, disarming, and recovering 07:29 Conclusion
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Thank you for your time, and don't forget to fly it like you stole it!Setting up and flying Waypoint Missions in INAVMr.D - Falling with style2023-07-16 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we take a look at how to set up a basic waypoint mission in INAV. I'm using version 6.1.1. so some of the options may not be available on older version. We look at: - The mode you need to fly a waypoint mission - What settings are available on the Advanced Tuning page - How to set up a basic mission in Mission Control - Flying the mission This should give you all the information you need to know to setup and fly your first INAV mission.
NOTE: Please do not fly a mission before making sure that your aircraft is fully set up and correctly tuned. You should be 100% confident that the aircraft can fly safely and reliably in both standard and navigational flight modes. For example, if RTH is not smooth and predictable. Do not fly a mission until is it setup and tuned correctly, so that it is.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:21 What do you need on the transmitter? 00:41 How I'm demonstrating this 00:56 Adding the NAV WP mode 01:17 The Waypoint Navigation settings on the Advanced Tuning page 02:11 - Waypoint Radius 02:47 - Waypoint Safe Distance 03:22 - Load Waypoint on Boot 03:43 - Enforce Altitude at Waypoint 04:40 - Waypoint Tracking Accuracy 05:07 - Waypoint Tracking Angle 05:42 - Waypoint Turn Smoothing 06:28 - Restart Waypoint Mission 07:09 Planning the mission in Mission Control 07:39 - Set the first waypoint within the Waypoint Safe Distance from your arming position 08:06 - Moving the map and markers 08:20 - Creating a basic mission 09:20 - Setting waypoint options 09:48 - Getting the approximate ground elevation data and how to stay above it 11:00 - Speed 11:30 - Waypoint types and setting RTH on the last waypoint 12:08 - Saving and checking the mission 13:09 Flying the mission 14:07 - The indicator for NAV WP mode 14:19 - Indicators for the next waypoints 17:20 Conclusion
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In this video, we look at how to put your logo at the top of the ETHOS screen. The process it's self is pretty simple. But there is one key step that you must do, to have your logo appear.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Which logo are we changing? 01:00 How to get to the file we need to change 02:42 What people usually try to get this working 03:50 How to upload the logo and have it actually change 05:12 Conclusion
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βοΈ In this video βοΈ βοΈ FrSKY TANDEM X20S transmitter: bit.ly/MrD_3x6n6JL
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#FrSKY #ETHOSWant to know my thoughts on Remote ID? Check out CurryKittenβs video. He nailed it!Mr.D - Falling with style2023-07-01 | If you want to know my thoughts on what the FAA are doing in the states and the whole Remote ID calamity. Please check out @CurryKittenβs recent video. I 1000000% agree with what he says in the video. So please watch it and share it extensively.
If the UK government are thinking of introducing such measures. Then they really at a gaggle of morons too! Stop it! Itβs stupid!
#SayNoToRemoteIDHow to fix configuring the Archer Plus stabilised receivers: Installing the FrSKY SRX LUA scriptsMr.D - Falling with style2023-06-25 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
A few people have contacted me, having problems configuring Archer Plus stabilised receivers, such as the SR10+. The SXR Tool no longer works for these receivers, and changes revert back to their old stated. The solution is to install new SRX LUA script tools These add new calibration and setup tools for the Archer Plus stabilised receivers. These new tools will be included as part of ETHOS 1.5. But, until then. We need to install them ourselves.
In this video, we have a quick overview of making sure everything is up to date. For full videos on updating, please see the links below. After that, we download and install the LUA script tools. Next, we have a quick look at the tool. If you have used the old SxR Tool. The new SR tool is very familiar. Only some of the names have changed to make things clearer.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Make sure the transmitter operating system firmware (ETHOS) is up to date 03:15 Updating the RF or receiver firmware 03:47 Where can you find the versions of the RF and receiver firmware installed? 04:08 Downloading the firmware to the transmitter 04:55 Downloading the RF module from the FrSKY site 05:08 Downloading the receiver firmware from the FrSKY site 07:03 Updating the internal RF module firmware 08:19 Updating the receiver firmware 10:49 Downloading and installing the SRX LUA script 13:12 Where is the new SRX setup tools? 13:43 Checking out the new SRX configuration tool 17:18 Conclusion
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In this video we take a first look at the new SonicModell Baby AR Wing Pro. I have been sent the PnP version for review, so lets take a look at what we get. What are my thoughts about the model. Is this a real replacement for the Mini AR Wing?
This was supplied to me for review from Banggood. If you would like to buy it from them. This discount code will get you some money off. It will work until 30/06/2023.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Unboxing 01:08 Stickers and the instructions 02:04 Specs 04:27 Carbon spar, accessory pack, and prop 05:12 The wings 07:39 Winglets 08:06 The body, ESC and motor 09:17 Comparing the Mini AR Wing motor with the Baby AR Wing Pro 10:01 A quick build and checking out the battery space 12:16 The space for the FPV camera 12:30 airflow not optimal 12:54 Comparing the size of the Mini AR Wing and the Baby AR Wing Pro 13:14 Conclusion
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#SonicModell #BabyARWingPro #BabyARProFirst look at the FrSKY RB35S Flight Safe SystemMr.D - Falling with style2023-06-11 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we take a look at the FrSKY RB35S. This is a part of FrSKY's Flight Safe group of products. Designed to keep your model in the air and in control. In this video we look at what the RB35S is, what it does, and what you get with it. In coming videos, we'll check out flashing and setting it up. Also, there will be a video on the stabilisation system.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:43 What is Redundancy Bus? 03:36 Unboxing the RB35S 05:06 Size and weight of the RB35S 05:45 Overview of the RB35S 05:48 Power input redundancy 06:05 Connections on the side 06:15 The power outputs and BEC explanation 06:51 The PWM outputs 07:20 The Receiver and LED ports 08:44 Feature overview 10:47 Conclusion
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In this video we discover how to calibrate gimbals, pots, and sliders in FrSKY ETHOS.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:14 Where is the calibration tool? 00:34 Centring all the sliders, pots, and gimbals 01:20 Performing the calibration 02:43 Testing the calibration 03:10 Conclusion
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In this video we look at how to downgrade the firmware on the Caddx Walksnail Avatar FPV HD video system. Where to download the old firmware? How can you make it overwrite more recent firmware? Will it stop you updating to new firmware in the future?
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:36 Where do we download the older firmware from? 01:08 Why can't we just use the standard old firmware file? 01:33 Downloading the firmware 01:51 Renaming the downloaded image files 02:50 Flashing the old firmware to the goggles 05:26 Checking the newly flashed firmware number 05:54 Will renaming the firmware stop you from updating to the next firmware? 07:09 Conclusion
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#Walksnail #Caddx #downgrading #WalksnailWikiWorking with Profiles in INAV: Using different batteries or PIDsMr.D - Falling with style2023-05-14 | π https://www.MrD-RC.com π patreon.com/MrD_RC
In this video we look at how to work with profiles in INAV. There are two types of profile: control profiles and battery profiles. These can be used to change settings based on the battery you plug in, a switch position, or manually set via stick commands. You can even change control profiles based on data from your flight controller via the programming tab. For example having different control profile based on your speed.
Most people will likely only need the battery profiles. Chances are that you may want to fly with different chemistry batteries, different capacity batteries, or different cell counts. If so, using the battery profiles is the best way to set this up.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:24 What are profiles? 01:02 How can you tell which settings are part of a profile? 01:24 Setting up the first battery 01:50 How to set up the profile for a second battery 02:51 Copying base changes from our main profile (1) to a new profile 07:04 Switching battery profiles automatically based on cell count 07:24 Finding the document for battery settings on GitHub 09:25 Changing control profile automatically, based on your battery profile 11:54 Finding the document for control profiles on GitHub 12:14 Changing control profiles with a switch 13:10 Conclusion
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In this video we take a look at how to organise models in ETHOS. We check out how to make new model categories. Also how to move existing models.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Creating a new category for your models 01:14 Creating a new model within a category 01:29 Moving a model to a different category 02:19 How to delete a category 03:34 Conclusion
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βοΈ In this video βοΈ βοΈ FrSKY TWIN X Lite transmitter: bit.ly/MrD_TWINXLite
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In this video we check out the new SpeedyBee F405 WING flight controller. At the time of purchase, this flight controller was only $39.99 (about Β£33). Which is an absolute bargain. Unfortunately, there are a few silly things to be aware of. What are my thoughts? Lets take a look.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:17 Opening up the box 00:32 Included MicroSD card 00:58 The paper manual 02:42 The accessories 04:28 - Remote USB Type-C board 05:16 The Power Distribution Board 05:40 - Switching the VTx and Camera voltage 06:14 - Changing the servo voltage 06:27 - The amp specs for the PDB 07:02 The Flight Controller board 07:10 - Signal out for the motors and servos 07:49 - Connecting a receiver 09:57 - Airspeed sensor connections 11:22 - The front connections 14:18 - The unfortunate position of the MicroSD card slot 16:33 The Wireless top board 16:41 - LED connectors 17:25 - Power indicator LEDs 17:55 - The wireless parts 18:25 The assembled flight controller 19:19 Potential problems when using the solder pads. Another reason to lose the connectors 20:34 The not so remote, remote USB adapter 21:43 First thoughts on the flight controller 22:27 This board is an F411 killer! 23:36 Size comparison between the SpeedyBee F405 WING and the MATEKSYS F405-WING and F765-WSE 25:18 The cool logo, which is also the flight controller forward direction arrow 25:31 Conclusion
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In this video we look at how to record log files on your ETHOS transmitter. I show two recording methods. One records all the time. The other only records when your throttle or arm switch is active. There's no use recording log files if you don't know how to find them. So I also show where they are on the transmitter; and how to access them on your PC.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:21 How the model is currently set up 00:53 How to set up logs to record all the time 01:20 The logging settings 02:31 How to set up the logs to only record when the throttle is active 03:02 How to access the log files on the radio 03:42 Accessing the logs on your computer 07:39 What can you do with the log files? 08:07 Conclusion
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βοΈ In this video βοΈ βοΈ FrSKY TANDEM X20S Transmitter: bit.ly/MrD_3x6n6JL
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A few people have had a problem recently where INAV is stuck in Manual on the modes page. Fortunately, this is a really easy problem to fix. I show you how in this video.
βοΈ Contents βοΈ 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Why is INAV stuck in manual, and how to fix it. 01:50 Conclusion
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