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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 6/29/2012 5:25 AM   
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How does the yaw get controlled?



on a quad you have 2 props spinning CW and 2 spinning CCW, for instance front/back CW Left/right CCW ( in + formation) also some quad boards require different prop spinning direction so you would have to inquire for that particular board.

so to get yaw control example the 2 pairs of props slow down and speed up depending on your stick movement, so the thrust of yaw is controlled by motor rpm, the flight control software and gyros work together to achieve this.

for a standard tricopter setup. the back motor is sitting on a servo axis and the servo will pivot in the direction of yaw stick given. for a Y6 setup would work more like a quad the software would work again with gyros to achieve this.

so all this related to just simple speed of propellers working with or against each other to get the prop yaw movements. easy to say the 2 directions of props are always working against each other with a YAW gyro control.


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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 10/28/2012 5:24 AM   
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I have tried to find a comparison spreadsheet/ overview of some of the most popular/most sold quad copters, but not succeeded yet.

Looking for a set-up with all from:

name of unit/model, manufacturer, supplier, overall size, flying weight, payload, approx. flying time w/std. batt, Main Rotor Diameter, Driven system, Servo, Battery, Control System AND APPROX COST

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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 10/31/2012 3:00 PM   
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Status: offline 		Can you recommend a ready-to-fly package that I can use for aerial photos? With the following in mind:
- I've never flown RC, but have mechanical and computer skills
- I'd like to spend up to $500
- Doesn't have to be pretty, just functional.
- High altitude capability would be ideal.

Thank you for your help.
Don W.


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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 11/6/2012 11:48 PM   
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Status: offline 		I'm not a %100 sure what your offering for advice....But I am a newb to quadcopters and have decided to build one from scratch so to speak. I have really tried to keep it cheap to find out if this really will be for me. Here's what I have

Carbon fiber X-450 frame ebay special
RC Timer 2822-14 1200kv motors
Rc Timer 30 amp ESC will handle up to 16 volts, has 5 volt bec 2 amp
Apc 9x4.7 2 blade props
Multiwii Se 328p with baro acc and gyro flight control board (ebay special)

I am running a futaba FP-R127DF Dual conversion fm RX

I have managed to load up the latest firmware and been able to get the Configure Gui to recongnize the board but have not been able to get the Props to spin. Please get back to me with any thoughts...I've spent 2 days trying to figure out firmware and the gui configure and am very frustrated.

Thanks Joe


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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 11/11/2012 8:28 AM   
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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 11/20/2012 4:39 AM   
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Status: offline 		I just purchased a CR-230 MWC quadcopter for Xheli. The only thing I need to do to get it flying is configure it. And that's were I'm stuck.
It came with a manual but it's only minimal help. I'm sure it a Wiicontroler board that says X-Rock.
So I'm at the point where I have downloaded the configuration software MultiWiiConf_2_0 and it does run but I can get any respond from my copter. I should be able to start the software and move the copter and see changes in a graft in the software.
So I think the problem that the usb connection between the card and the computer is not working. So I'm guessing that I need some type of driver to get the board to 'talk' with my computer. Can you tell me where to find it? I might also say that most cards that I have seen have a serial port on them and therefor require another card to connect the control to the computer. My does not. I has a plug for a USB cable that connects directly to a usb on the computer.


thanks for your help

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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 1/9/2013 12:40 PM   
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Status: offline 		Yes I am "brand new" to this quad flying. Yes I surely can use all the advice I can absorb. Very kind of you to offer your expertise! I bought my very first flying machine. It's the new "out of the box" ready to fly DJI Phantom. I am impatiently waiting delvery. Any advice you can kindly relate to me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! 

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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 1/9/2013 4:05 PM   
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Status: offline 		Hey guys, always wanted to get into RC but for one reason or another either I didn't have the time, means or funds to pursue the hobby. Now that I find myself having an abundance of all 3 I figured hey, why not.

Ideally I'd like to get involved in FPV. My problem is that I've NEVER flown an RC aircraft. Not even your typical park flyers. NOTHING, ZILCH, NADA. My experience with RC has been limited to ground pounders. A couple of Traxxass trucks and one boat.

Lately quad rotors or multi rotors have been catching my eye. These seem pretty easy to learn on, aren't too expensive and they seem super stable. One particular platform that has my attention is the Phantom from DJI. Now hear me out. I don't intend on using the Phantom for FPV but instead I'd like to use it to learn how to fly and control these quad copters. I figure the Phantom to be a solid, stable model where I can learn the basics of piloting these things before I move onto something bigger like said the S-800, a Flamewheel or TBS Discovery. In addition to giving me some flying experience, it would start to get me familiar with the Naza system and the different flight modes it has to offer.

So my question is, does this seem like a smart idea for a new guy or should I go in a different direction all together? Any pros and cons on the Phantom? I don't know much about it other than what the website claims. Is there another quad rotor where I can practice my skills other than this one?

Thanks guys in advance for the help.

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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 1/14/2013 5:54 AM   
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Thanks,
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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 1/17/2013 8:38 PM   
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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 1/17/2013 8:51 PM   
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Status: offline 		Good for u!
I was also a complete beginner and bought myself a GAUI 330x-s to learn how to fly. I´ve smashed that quad into the ground so many times, and it´s just to put it back together again. Sure I´ve had to buy some spare parts a few times but nothing expensive. It comes with four wheels that you can use instead of landing gear. I found them very helpful as I could let the quad kind of slide across the floor or ground as I was getting used to controling it. Less damage to the quad this way.
I also used a flightsimulator (FMS) which helped me a lot with orientation and just getting the feel of flying and maneuvering.

Good luck!



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ORIGINAL: kingsixx

Hey guys, always wanted to get into RC but for one reason or another either I didn't have the time, means or funds to pursue the hobby. Now that I find myself having an abundance of all 3 I figured hey, why not.

Ideally I'd like to get involved in FPV. My problem is that I've NEVER flown an RC aircraft. Not even your typical park flyers. NOTHING, ZILCH, NADA. My experience with RC has been limited to ground pounders. A couple of Traxxass trucks and one boat.

Lately quad rotors or multi rotors have been catching my eye. These seem pretty easy to learn on, aren't too expensive and they seem super stable. One particular platform that has my attention is the Phantom from DJI. Now hear me out. I don't intend on using the Phantom for FPV but instead I'd like to use it to learn how to fly and control these quad copters. I figure the Phantom to be a solid, stable model where I can learn the basics of piloting these things before I move onto something bigger like said the S-800, a Flamewheel or TBS Discovery. In addition to giving me some flying experience, it would start to get me familiar with the Naza system and the different flight modes it has to offer.

So my question is, does this seem like a smart idea for a new guy or should I go in a different direction all together? Any pros and cons on the Phantom? I don't know much about it other than what the website claims. Is there another quad rotor where I can practice my skills other than this one?

Thanks guys in advance for the help.



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RE: Are you new to QUAD copters? And need advice stop i... - 2/12/2013 4:57 PM   
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Status: offline 		so many great cheap stable quads out now adays to learn on, best to go that route and learn your orientation, before you start a larger more expensive build.


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