https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...ol-transmitter ( Part A )

Now at issue is the failure of the gimbals to return to zero ..
And the fault lies entirely with the little sensor pots that fit the gimbals assembly .
In effect they are a poor / or slop fit . ( See first picture )
In a nutshell ! > The cure is to gently crush the shaft that enters the gimbals tube till its a press fit .. ( Crush the widest part , )

The 2nd thing to do is tape the outside of the sensor pot ( See 2nd picture ) to take out the slop @ the outside of the pot ..
Tape both sides ..

Tricky bit is obviously pulling the gimbals apart .

Its all relatively easy till you get to the last sensor .. The gimbals housing has a cover ...
Look for the release tabs .. Turn the gimbals assembly so the stick is down .. Gently press the stick against something and then release the tabs ( push in ) .
With the cover off you can remove the last sensor ......Continue Reading

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Brand: Jumper
Item No.: T8SG Plus V2.0
Size: 158 x 150 x 58mm
Weight: 338g (without battery)
Transmission frequency: 2.400GHZ-2.7GHZ
Transmitter Module: Four in One High Frequency Module (CC2500 CYRF6936 A7105 NRF2401)
Transmit power: maximum 22dbm (transmit power adjustable)
Antenna gain: 2db (detachable antenna, easy modification)
Working current: 88Ma@8.4V
Working voltage: DC4.5-DC18V (factory with 4 x AA battery box, lithium battery recommended 2s balanced head line, batteries not included)
Remote control distance:> 2km @ 22dbm
Open source firmware:
Number of channels: up to 12 channels (depending on the receiver)
Display: 2.42-inch OLED display, 128 * 64 resolution
Rocker way: non-contact 3D space vector Hall joystick
JR/FrSKY compatible module bay on rear side
Upgrade method: USB online upgrade
Support Protocols:
Walkera full range
DSM2/X full range
Flysky and Flysky 2A
FrSKY
FUTABA s-fhss full range
WL Toy series, Hubsan series, Esky series and many more (Currently a total of more than 40 supported protocols)
Uses open source software with continued support and development, adding new protocols regularly.
Simulator mode: 3.5mm standard ppm output
USB output.

Features:
* Built in four-in-1 RF Module (CC2500 CYRF6936 A7105 NRF2401).
* Open source multi-protocol firmware, compatible with most mainstream remote controls
* Non-contact 3D space vector Hall remote sensing Gimbals (T8SG Plus Only).
* T8SG Plus 2.42 inch OLED display, Bright display works even in direct sunlight.
* JR/FrSKY compatible module bay on rear side.
* USB online firmware upgrade.
* Transmission power adjustable to adapt to different location requirements.
* Detachable antenna, easy to change.
* Ultra-low power consumption, longer battery life.
* Up to 12 channels of output (depending on the receiver), Open Source Firmware, all channels are fully programmable.
* Wide voltage input (2s lipo recommended).
* Multilingual menu.
* Vibration reminder function.
* Support telemetry (depending on the receiver).
* Carry Case included.




Aaaaaw !
Might supersede all before it (?)

Provided by Banggood.com for review / Product page


IrangeX i8X IR8M multi protocol transmitter .

I have been a fan of the iRangeX multi protocol modules for a long time now and own a early IRX4 and a latter IRX4+ modules . The IRX4 is in my Turnigy 9XR pro and the IRX4+ is in my Turnigy Q x7 transmitter . So when I heard iRangeX was bringing out a multi protocol transmitter I really wanted one . I would like to thank Banggood for making the IR8M transmitter available to me for review .



Band: 2.4GHz
Channels: 8
Color: White, Black (optional)
Mode: Mode 2, Mode 1 (optional)
Computer Radio: Yes
Outpulse: 1000-2000ms
Model Memery: 30
Modulation: "4 IN 1" CYRF6936, CC2500, NRF2401, A7105
Range: Full
Telemetry: Yes
Transmitter (Tx) Battery Type: 2S Lithium lon Battery/ 4S "AA" 1.5V

Features:
* i8X-IR8M transmitter can act like a USB drive. Managing models, configuration, icons, and themes is as easy as copying a file.
* Supporting for up to 255 different models in transmitter memory.
* Fully configurable themes including bitmaps, fonts.
* Flexible transmitter configuration, remap any switches or buttons to any purples. Also Virtual Channels for additional
functionality.
* All text is localized, user-adjustable mode configurations (1, 2, 3 or 4)
* Smooth, quad-bearing gimbals, adjustable stick length and tension.
* Comfortable, no-slip tubber grips.
* Easy-to-read backlit screen.
*Support for multiple protocols without any modifications to the...Continue Reading

DLG Control settings ( OpenTx ) 3 position flaps and elevator launch (1 min 11 sec)

So I worked out how to get close to the CG ..
I guess that might have been the easy part .
Next I needed to set up some more advanced control functions ..
Taranis Qx7 - IRX4+ Multi protocol module
DSM2 4ch Rx
Re the DSM2 , it might be faulty .. 1 Ch does not seem to work ( Ch3 ) So might need to order another .

So what I did ( OpenTx )

I wanted to mix functions VIA the transmitter , and the tutorials I found were all for PC programming VIA the companion software ..
So I had to teach myself how to do a 3way switch flaperon ..

The other thing I wanted to do was kill my rudder stick ( No rudder function ) .. Since this is a Ail / Elevator Bird . ( 3 servos )

Also apparently you need a launch setting for the elevator , so I had to mix a switch for that ..
My first attempt was crude and locked the elevator in a fixed position ( Obviously wrong ) ..

But I got it ..

So now my DLG should be set up ready for Chucking and fine tuning .
I have launch elevator setting and a 3 position switch for flaps ... ( high lift / landing )
For landing I may need to mix in some down elevator - But that will be way down the track ...

Ok it turned out to be a simple correction for me ...
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/5pcs-Cre...53.m2749.l2649 Got me some of these , fit the Eachine VR006 almost perfectly .

So after playing around for a while , the cure seemed to be to lay the magnifying card over the existing lens on the outside .
All I had to do was cut a grove for the nose relief .
Then use a small piece of tape to hold the magnifier in place ..

And thats it ! How simple ( Bush League ) is that !

Now I can see ! ( To FPV )


Sorry !
At issue was the ability ( mine ) to close focus enough to see the screen ..
Getting a little old ...
Would love to see goggles with adjustable focus _
Any manufacturers out there ?

More HOT HUMID weather forcing me to cower behind air-conditioning ( No I am not a summer person at all ) ...
So what to do ?
The parts were here to play with the DLG .. ( So thats what I did )

My DLG is ready for some chuck tests ...

First thing was to put a battery plug on the voltage booster .
Then test for shorts and adequate output voltage .
Then fit a servo plug with the signal wire removed .
Then I had to bind the 4ch Rx ..

With the Rx bound and the test servo working , it was time to plug the Rx into the servos in the DLG ..
Now with a 4Ch Rx , I had to mix 2 channels ( 2 and 3 ) to get the ailerons working correctly ..
This can be a little tricky with OpenTx , but I got there . ( So many ways to do it wrong )

Once the functions were correct , I limited servo travel so as not to over travel the control surfaces (?)
I might still have to much ... ( from mem 519 is max )
My ailerons are 200 and my elevator is 300 .. ( If you use Open Tx you probably understand )

Anyhow .. The DLG is at a starting point , CG is close ( a few mm forward of fact specs )
Wow , you really cant put much weight in the nose at all ... ( To make Factory specified CG )...Continue Reading

TS865 230mm Wingspan PP Main Wing EPO Fuselage Free Fly Mini Plane Toys Park Flyer (1 min 10 sec)

Once again surfing Banggood to see whats new there and :
This thing looks crazy for $11USD
How hard would it be to RC it and make it into a park flyer (?)

AF Link = https://goo.gl/Xc6pqH

And for those that hate AF links = https://www.banggood.com/TS865-230mm...-1221965.html?

AF link to product page

If you hate AF links = https://www.gearbest.com/rc-quadcopters/pp_767496.html

I ordered the FuriBee H801 from gearbest before Christmas and at last I have time to have some fun .




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Stuff has happened and stuff has arrived !

My solar power bank has been re-paneled and is outside laying in the sun catching rays .
Got stuff for the DLG , so hopefully get that CG where it needs to be .
2s balance charging board is here ...
Those magnifying bits of plastic are here .

F3 flight board .. its 1s and 2s .. I wonder if I will need higher voltage motors ?
Oh well , I will be doing some Multi meter readings and hopefully wont kill the board ...

So looks like I need a ROUND " To It "

Just working on a FuriBee H801 review at the moment ....

The following is a public service announcement !
I was on Feebay and thought about the Dumpster Brand batteries ! ( Dumpster Brand > Buy some batteries – Throw them in the dumpster cos there so bad ) We all know feebay is flooded with garbage batteries , but I find pleasure in testing them just to see how bad they are . ( Rather than how good ) Have we seen the 9800mAh batteries ? ( 18650 ) Yeah there a joke , unfortunately people are buying them and then doing things with them they should not do . So lets get on with it ! I will discharge them ( well I did ) @ 0.5A , to 3v to see how much , or how little capacity is actually in these alleged 9800mAh batteries .

I got these as a pair , and the first discharge resulted in :

Battery 1 = 518mAh discharged ( yeah > thats 518 mA )
Battery 2 = 684mAh discharged ( Jaw dropping right )

2nd Discharge :

Battery 1 = 548mAh
Battery 2 = 682mAh


Would it be fair to say these are monumentally bad . Possibly dangerous , life threatening , absolute garbage that should not be for sale anywhere ? ( Would that be fair ? )
And so endith the public service announcement !

image is AF linked to product page ...

Review was made possible by FastTech AF link

fasttech.com Non AF link



The folks at FastTech have made it possible for me to review the Lumintop SD4A and what a nice light it is . Whilst I am a real fan of the single 18650 flashlight format I also find AA lights very interesting . Modern technology makes it possible for the average Joe Six Pack ( non flashlight enthusiast ) to safely enjoy powerful flashlights and the SD4A is certainly powerful . There is only one thing I can can complain about and that's the power output > it's too high !

The build quality is really excellent , actually from a mechanical perspective I have absolutely nothing to complain about . Everything works as it should , the fits are as good as they need to be . There are not rattles or squeaks , the clicky buttons are excellent . The SD4A is just a pure joy to use and being AA gives you the opportunity to play with a lot of batteries . So before I say anything else lets get to the performance :

Alkaline Batteries :

Low > 39 Lumens / Medium > 470 Lumens / High > 664 Lumens / Turbo > 900+ Lumens ( Output was dropping quickly )

Eneloops : ( nimh )

Low > 38 Lumens / Medium > 370 Lumens / High > 657 Lumens / Turbo > 828 Lumens ( Holding output )

Vapex : ( old nimh )

Low > 38 Lumens / Medium > 370 Lumens / High > 474 Lumens ... The SD4A kicked it down a gear here and as a result

Low > 22...Continue Reading

1) A USB 2s charger bundled with my JJRC H28
2) I purchased the B3 to see if it would balance charge as it is all over the place ( Ebay and such )
3) Bundled with a lot of quads n toys
4) Was bundled with a 450 heli combo

So , the question begs ... Do any of these actually balance charge ... ?

I discharged a 2s battery .. And using all the above chargers found no evidence what so ever of balance charging taking place .
I have used 3 and 4 in the past and found the batteries charged to be seriously out of balance .
No 3 being the worst offender .

So does a cheap charger exist that can actually balance charge ?
My guess would be (?) who knows .. I just use a imax B6 which does balance charge .
For a few dollars more then these nasty chargers a B6 will get the job done ..

I know a lot of people harp on the B6 and with good reason !
Myself , I am on my 2nd B6 . I ran the first up to 4 AMP charging 2200 3s batteries ..
And I was charging almost every day .. That poor B6 lasted about 12 months .. ( I did abuse it )

This 2nd B6 has not been taken beyond 1A for charging and might be half a decade old now ..
Anyhow .. This was about those cheap balance chargers that dont seem to actually balance charge .

Just before Christmas I came across some Ebay deals I could not pass bye ...
One of those deals was the JJRC H28 camera Drone ( or quad )

Two stand out features would be :
1) This quad is 2s rather than the usual 1s , it's also some what larger .
2) It has removable arms .. ( See pictures )

1) Battery :
That's right , 2s . I can't say the 2s give more power as it seems offset some by the larger size of the H28 and it's greater weight . The battery does seem to be a quality item , as I have not detected any variance worth mentioning ( seems well balanced / matched )

2) H28 :
The removable arms dont seem to affect performance . For now they remain tight and slop free .
The H28 certainly handles in a predictable and easy manner and should be noob friendly .

My only gripe here is as usual with the remote , it's a toy . The H28 quad itself could be considered hobby grade but just had to be bundled with a lower end toy controller . The remote is at best dead in the middle and vague when it begins to work . In nice open spaces it probably makes little difference but try being precise in a confined space and you will notice right away just how nasty the remote can be .

Binding the JJRC H28 to the iRangeX IRX4 multi protocol module .

As always , these toy grade quads perform so much better when bound to a real RC transmitter ..
I bound the H28 to my Taranis Q x7 with IRX4+ module .

I found the bind process a little tricky as the...Continue Reading

FuriBee F60 fitted to drone (1 min 29 sec)

Now I tried the H28 with its default camera and it sucked ! ( Sorry )

Anyhow I wondered if I could possibly mount and use a action cam .. The landing gear is certainly long enough to accommodate the action cam . So I took a windscreen mount ( for action cams ) , the shortest slider ( slides into mount ) and cam bracket / holder ..
Wow it fits ..

The mount is fitted to the battery cover with double sided tape , for extra security I also fitted two screws .
Looks to be a neat install .. Windy as all outdoors again so I did the jello test flight indoors ..

Cam is set to 2.7k @ 30fps ...

Yes there will be a H28 review !