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  • in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38950
    Kevin_Erik
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    Betaflight log from 1st attempt, flashed and programed F3FC, then fails to connect…

    2017-08-04 @ 16:52:30 — USB device successfully opened with ID: 2
    2017-08-04 @ 16:52:30 — Detected device with total flash size 256 kiB
    2017-08-04 @ 16:52:30 — Read protection not active
    2017-08-04 @ 16:52:42 — USB device successfully closed
    2017-08-04 @ 16:52:45 — Failed to open serial port

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38949
    Kevin_Erik
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    Thanks Litterbug!

    OK now, I’ve the BetaFlight Configurator downloaded…

    Looking for the TriFlight 0.7 Beta2 on https://github.com/lkaino/Triflight/releases/0.7-beta2
    Just a guess but its the file named “triflight_0.7_Beta2_RCEXPLORERF3.hex” right ?

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38947
    Kevin_Erik
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    Unable to access the min-copter via clean flight.

    Cleanflight shows the following “Failed to open serial port”…

    Steps taken
    -Zadig started in “Admin” mode.
    -Connecting the drone via the USB (button held while inserting), connect tone present.
    -All devices listed (Zadig) and STM32 Virtual Com port selected.
    -Driver WinUSB V6.1.7600.16385 installed (Zadig)
    -Cleanflight app loaded up.
    -Firmware successfully flashed with local file “triflight_0_5_ALPHA2_servo_release_RCE.hex”
    -When attempting to connect, log shows failed to connect.

    Note: Attached device (STM32) is correctly shown under Windows device manager. Tried two seperate USB cables but drone unpowered except for USB 5VDC.

    Cleanflight Log
    2017-08-04 @ 13:09:50 — Running – OS: Windows, Chrome: 59.0.3071.115, Configurator: 2.1.0
    2017-08-04 @ 13:09:54 — Using cached release information.
    2017-08-04 @ 13:09:57 — USB device successfully opened with ID: 3
    2017-08-04 @ 13:09:57 — Detected device with total flash size 256 kiB
    2017-08-04 @ 13:09:57 — Read protection not active
    2017-08-04 @ 13:10:00 — Erased 118 kB of flash successfully
    2017-08-04 @ 13:10:05 — USB device successfully closed
    2017-08-04 @ 13:10:12 — Failed to open serial port

    Anyone know whats going on with this ?

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38939
    Kevin_Erik
    Moderator

    *** F3FC Wiring and Build up ***
    -From what I could tell from watching the older video’s of the mini-tricopter, what came before the F3FC was pretty clunky. Dam glad the F3FC was avalible for our build. However I would suggest that the mini-copter build video be updated to reflect the accumulated updates.

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38911
    Kevin_Erik
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    Received the mini-tri build kit today!

    ***First impressions***
    -Packing was well planned and organized. Box was much smaller than I had imagined and I expect this helps reduce both shipping costs and time to destination. Gotta love that new drone smell!

    -Carbon fiber parts are extremely well made. Was shocked to see them so precisely cut and well finished. My son (Erik) was blown away by how light they were.

    ***Left / Right arm builds***
    -The “270mm-power-and-signal-wires-for-escs” is pretty much required and should be added to the overall electronics kit. Either that or make a note on the Mini Tricopter page that these should be purchased as well.

    -All three ESC’s need the “short” power and signal wires removed as well as any remaining excess solder cleaned off from the pads. I recommend that this be performed with a medium soldering flat-tip @ 400C. Luckily I have a soldering station so this wasn’t too big of a deal. However, for those not experienced with soldering, it’s possible to overheat to ESC’s components due to the amount of heat-soak required to loosen the old solder. (A heat sink can help here) Furthermore, it’s possible to accidentally create a bridge between one or more pads or components if care is not taken.

    Note: Having solder-wick helps a ton when removing old solder from pads.

    -The prop adaptor(s) shown in the video were not part of the kit. I’m guessing that these are no longer required as I can see that the motor hub lack screw holes for such an attachment. Can you please confirm this?

    -The attachment of the motor wires to the ESC’s pads (A thru C) is pretty hard to see in the video. Would be helpful if the wires were labeled indicating the proper sequence.

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38903
    Kevin_Erik
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    Returning the “FrSky Taranis X9D” as i found the same transmitter elsewhere for 50% less.

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38902
    Kevin_Erik
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    Returning the FAtsharks to DHL tomorrow and have canceled the “Foxeer Switcher TM25 transmitter” as it’s said to be 2-3 weeks before they can even ship it.

    Ordered:

    -SKYZONE FPV GOGGLES 5.8GHZ DUAL DIVERSITY 32CH RECEIVER WITH HEAD-TRACKER (V2)
    -QUANUM FPV HEADSET BATTERY 7.4V 1500MAH 3C
    -QUANUM ELITE QE58-6 5.8GHZ SELECTABLE 25MW – 600MW WIRELESS AV TRANSMITTER
    -DIATONE TYRANT 5.8GHZ FPV 3 LEAF AV CIRCULAR POLARISED ANTENNA RHCP SMA

    Hope that the replacement transmitter (SMA Female) will be compatible with the Antenna (SMA MALE) as its listed on the hobbieking.com website as “RHCP SMA”

    https://hobbyking.com/en_us/diatone-65mm-5-8ghz-fpv-4-leaf-av-transmission.html

    Note: Sending the Fatsharks back, saves me 200 Euro even after all the other purchases.

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38897
    Kevin_Erik
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    Apparently the Fatshark ATTITUDE V3, did not come with the VTX. (why the F?)
    Will have to send it back and get the anniversary edition instead, which comes with the VTX.

    Why the FPV set is sold without the VTX just smacks of venders trying to milk their customer base rather than ship out a completed product. Hard to imagine any other reason why the hell this would be an acceptable business practice.

    Vendor: SMDV
    Contact: 0911 32689888 (Deutschland, Nordring)
    eMail: [email protected]
    Internet: http://www.smdv.de

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38870
    Kevin_Erik
    Moderator

    Thanks bigRC!

    As for the VTX, its RP-SMA.

    BTW, have you or anyone else for that matter have experience with Ducts?
    http://www.fliteclub.com.au/product/mini-prop-duct-set-of-4/

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38812
    Kevin_Erik
    Moderator

    Ordered:

    – Foxeer Switcher TM25 transmitter 5,8GHz 25mW (200/600), Is switchable between 25/200/600mw.
    – CamOneTec FCHD78 FPV monitor / DVR.
    – MINI 5-22V 12gr 25x25mm HS1177 XAT600M FPV Camera, Orange
    – FOXEER Antenna 5,8G LHCP RPSMA, Black
    – Fatshark ATTITUDE V3

    One thing I’ve learned about all this, is that its an investment. Either you get what you need and what you can grow into or don’t bother. Otherwise, your apt to buy replacements as your needs evolve.

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38800
    Kevin_Erik
    Moderator

    Ordered today:

    -FrSky Taranis X9D Plus + Empfänger X8R + Alu Case
    -Andoer RC CellMeter-7
    -ZCGC-EN Frsky Receiver Receiver XM Plus Mini Full Range Receiver Failsafe D16 Mode Support SBUS Up to 16CH Compatible with Frsky X9D / X9D Plus X9E X12S Transmitter Transmitter

    Still need more information on a suitable FPV camera / Tx and Goggles. So far there are to many choices and not enough information between it all to truly make an informed decision.

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38791
    Kevin_Erik
    Moderator

    Beyond the Mini kit I’ve the following on order:

    -Turnigy nano-tech 1800mah 4S 35~70C Lipo Pack (2)
    -SKYRC iMAX B6 Mini Profi Balance Charger
    -1-8S Lipo LiMn Battery Tester Low Voltage Buzzer Alarm
    -Liqui Moly 3803 Screw Lock – Heavy 10 g
    -Heatgun

    Still need to research and purchase the following:
    -FPV Camera and TX (5.8Ghz)
    -FPV Goggles /w RX (5.8Ghz)
    Receiver (Tricopter RX 2.4GHz)
    Controller (TX 2.4GHz)

    Anyone know if I missed anything ?

    Kevin

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38762
    Kevin_Erik
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    Saw this camera and was like wow… however its 32 grams
    https://www.unmannedtechshop.co.uk/nerdcam3d-mk-2/

    in reply to: Interested in Father / Son project #38761
    Kevin_Erik
    Moderator

    I keep getting a duplicate post error but I don’t see the post I just submitted!?!

    Apparently it’s just gone now.

    in reply to: LitterBug's RCExplorer Mini Tricopter Build thread #38756
    Kevin_Erik
    Moderator

    Those look great!

    How do they fly and any ideas on how fast they are capable of going?

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