What to buy for video piloting. Updated Oct 25st 2008 - Page 22

kestasxxx · Sep 27, 2009, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by wallaguest1

nice plane kestasxxx, i like how it flyes.
you use it for fpv? or you just sell it in ebay?

I use this model for the first FPV flights.

Choose this model if you want a model with low wing loading , and extreem fpv flight.

this model seel my company.

Jhondra · Oct 01, 2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by twesselman

So, I've been following the FPV threads for months... and would love to add and FPV setup to one of my planes, but I cannot for the life of me figure out which is the better vendor to go with...?

I'll add my voice of support for DPCAV at http://dpcav.com for great support here in the states. Thomas Black has been GREAT and has an active interest in the sport as well as carrying combo deals on Eagle Tree logger/OSD stuff with camera and tx/rx.

Regards,

Jeff

MadMonkey572 · Oct 03, 2009, 04:45 AM

For those of you who are using patch antennas on tripods, what are you using to connect them to the tripod? I have a couple of cheap camera tripods and was wondering if there was a mount available or if I should just build one out of sheet metal.

Ellis108 · Oct 03, 2009, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jhondra

I'll add my voice of support for DPCAV at http://dpcav.com for great support here in the states. Thomas Black has been GREAT and has an active interest in the sport as well as carrying combo deals on Eagle Tree logger/OSD stuff with camera and tx/rx.

Regards,

Jeff

I'll second that!!
-Ellis

SoliSab · Oct 04, 2009, 06:51 PM

Ok guys..........

Hi.

I have to admit, I really dont have the pationts to read side after side. Need more time to do that.

But can anyone please tell me which is the best system after your meaning.
I live in Northen Europe, where is the best to buy from?
and what is the difference between the two system(pal, and the other......??)

I remember that there was something about that in the old video systems.
is that the same here also.

Thank you kindly for your help guys.....

Best regards.......

Gazore · Oct 05, 2009, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoliSab

Ok guys..........

Hi.

I have to admit, I really dont have the pationts to read side after side. Need more time to do that.

But can anyone please tell me which is the best system after your meaning.
I live in Northen Europe, where is the best to buy from?
and what is the difference between the two system(pal, and the other......??)

I remember that there was something about that in the old video systems.
is that the same here also.

Thank you kindly for your help guys.....

Best regards.......

Hi Soli

Have you find answers yet?
I have the same questions as you, so pm me please when you know more.
Thank's

lovegroove · Oct 05, 2009, 11:02 AM

Here's a list of European suppliers that I know of:
http://www.globeflight.de/
http://www.firstpersonview.co.uk/
http://www.flashrc.com/
http://alai.h3m.com/~s0350672/catalo...81&language=en

The video standard for Europe is PAL, so probably best to buy a PAL camera as it will work with other stuff bought in Europe like video cameras and mini DVD players. PAL is better quality as well.

Gazore · Oct 05, 2009, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lovegroove

Here's a list of European suppliers that I know of:
http://www.globeflight.de/
http://www.firstpersonview.co.uk/
http://www.flashrc.com/
http://alai.h3m.com/~s0350672/catalo...81&language=en

The video standard for Europe is PAL, so probably best to buy a PAL camera as it will work with other stuff bought in Europe like video cameras and mini DVD players. PAL is better quality as well.

Hi Lovegroove

Thank's for the addresses.
What is your opinion in which system are the best? what i mean is the range and the picture quvality?
Thank's

lovegroove · Oct 05, 2009, 02:25 PM

If you don't have any equipment for FPV already and have quite a lot of spare cash, then a good starter system would be this one from electonicarc.

http://alai.h3m.com/~s0350672/catalo...roducts_id=331

The goggles are excellent and have a built in receiver so you don't have a lot of equipment to carry to the field. The 500mW video tx might not be legal in your country, so best to check this before buying. The included camera does quite a good job, though not quite as good as the expensive CCD cameras, but all round a great starter set.

You should be able to easily fly 1km with this setup.

If you have less money to spend then you can always try buying video tx and rx from china, but the quality is very hit and miss.

galaxiex · Oct 14, 2009, 11:29 PM

I wonder if this would be a good unit if you are having trouble with long servo runs, or servos that chatter from interference from your vid Tx.

http://store.diydrones.com/ProductDe...BR%2D0003%2D11

Gazore · Oct 29, 2009, 06:31 AM

Hi Guys

Can I buy google glasses from one shop and the rx/Tx and other stoff from another?
What do i have to remember if i wanted to do so?

Thank's in advace

Kul · Oct 30, 2009, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gazore

Hi Guys

Can I buy google glasses from one shop and the rx/Tx and other stoff from another?
What do i have to remember if i wanted to do so?

Thank's in advace

yep. As long as both are either NTSC/PAL and one has component out while the other has component in you should be golden. You should look for goggles on ebay. I picked up an almost new Headplay unit for $100 there and before that I got a rangevideo set on ebay for $80.

bogbeagle · Nov 17, 2009, 11:45 AM

I've been experimenting with an AV setup which I bought from eBay at a cost of £38. It comprises an AV TX and RX. I used my own bullet camera from a previous experiment.

Took it out, today, and checked out the range, LOS, between two small hills. At a little over 1.1 statute miles, the picture was solid.

I was not able to increase the LOS distance, unfortunately, owing to the terrain. Even a few bushes or trees were enough to kill the signal, though.

The unit is, unfortunately, not legal for aircraft use, owing to its claimed RF output of 2W.

However, I was pleased with the performance, especially as I was using only the standard, cheapo, aerials.

alexedit · Nov 17, 2009, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bogbeagle

I've been experimenting with an AV setup which I bought from eBay at a cost of £38. It comprises an AV TX and RX. I used my own bullet camera from a previous experiment.

Took it out, today, and checked out the range, LOS, between two small hills. At a little over 1.1 statute miles, the picture was solid.

I was not able to increase the LOS distance, unfortunately, owing to the terrain. Even a few bushes or trees were enough to kill the signal, though.

The unit is, unfortunately, not legal for aircraft use, owing to its claimed RF output of 2W.

However, I was pleased with the performance, especially as I was using only the standard, cheapo, aerials.

Hi - Can you provide a link to this item on ebay.? Very good results I think. What antenna were you using in this test for RX and TX?

thanks

bogbeagle · Nov 17, 2009, 02:36 PM

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2-4GHz-2-4-2W-...iewItemQQptZUK

This looks like the same item. Quite neat little enclosures.

The aerials that I used are the ones that are shown in the listing.

Oct 29, 2009, 06:31 AM	#326
Gazore Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 8	buying from different shops? Hi Guys Can I buy google glasses from one shop and the rx/Tx and other stoff from another? What do i have to remember if i wanted to do so? Thank's in advace

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Oct 03, 2009, 04:45 AM	#318
MadMonkey572 I has airplanes! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Grapevine, TX Posts: 521	For those of you who are using patch antennas on tripods, what are you using to connect them to the tripod? I have a couple of cheap camera tripods and was wondering if there was a mount available or if I should just build one out of sheet metal.

Oct 04, 2009, 06:51 PM	#320
SoliSab Iranair Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 472	Ok guys.......... Hi. I have to admit, I really dont have the pationts to read side after side. Need more time to do that. But can anyone please tell me which is the best system after your meaning. I live in Northen Europe, where is the best to buy from? and what is the difference between the two system(pal, and the other......??) I remember that there was something about that in the old video systems. is that the same here also. Thank you kindly for your help guys..... Best regards.......

Oct 05, 2009, 11:02 AM	#322
lovegroove Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 483	Here's a list of European suppliers that I know of: http://www.globeflight.de/ http://www.firstpersonview.co.uk/ http://www.flashrc.com/ http://alai.h3m.com/~s0350672/catalo...81&language=en The video standard for Europe is PAL, so probably best to buy a PAL camera as it will work with other stuff bought in Europe like video cameras and mini DVD players. PAL is better quality as well.

Oct 05, 2009, 02:25 PM	#324
lovegroove Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 483	If you don't have any equipment for FPV already and have quite a lot of spare cash, then a good starter system would be this one from electonicarc. http://alai.h3m.com/~s0350672/catalo...roducts_id=331 The goggles are excellent and have a built in receiver so you don't have a lot of equipment to carry to the field. The 500mW video tx might not be legal in your country, so best to check this before buying. The included camera does quite a good job, though not quite as good as the expensive CCD cameras, but all round a great starter set. You should be able to easily fly 1km with this setup. If you have less money to spend then you can always try buying video tx and rx from china, but the quality is very hit and miss.

Oct 14, 2009, 11:29 PM	#325
galaxiex my karma ranover my dogma Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Edmonton,Alberta Posts: 3,737	I wonder if this would be a good unit if you are having trouble with long servo runs, or servos that chatter from interference from your vid Tx. http://store.diydrones.com/ProductDe...BR%2D0003%2D11

Nov 17, 2009, 11:45 AM	#328
bogbeagle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 49	I've been experimenting with an AV setup which I bought from eBay at a cost of £38. It comprises an AV TX and RX. I used my own bullet camera from a previous experiment. Took it out, today, and checked out the range, LOS, between two small hills. At a little over 1.1 statute miles, the picture was solid. I was not able to increase the LOS distance, unfortunately, owing to the terrain. Even a few bushes or trees were enough to kill the signal, though. The unit is, unfortunately, not legal for aircraft use, owing to its claimed RF output of 2W. However, I was pleased with the performance, especially as I was using only the standard, cheapo, aerials.

Nov 17, 2009, 02:36 PM	#330
bogbeagle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 49	http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2-4GHz-2-4-2W-...iewItemQQptZUK This looks like the same item. Quite neat little enclosures. The aerials that I used are the ones that are shown in the listing.