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Old 06-08-2011 | 03:09 PM
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Default RE: looking to get into FPV

Keep in mind that "good" and "cheap" are relative terms defined by the individual. That being said, the [link=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_listCategoriesAndProducts.asp?idCategory=316&cu rPage=2&v=&sortlist=&LiPoConfig=]FPV[/link] combination systems at Hobby King offer great value. Note that the pan/tilt assembly only cost $4 at HK along with your own sub-micro servos.

Not only do they include a 510(H)*492(V) color camera, they include a wired harness and 3dBi antennas! My system has been upgraded by a FlyCamOne HD camera/recorder and an HEC 12v LCD TV. My plan is to use a Xen [link=http://www.lowpricerc.com/product_info.php?products_id=981]Skywalker EPO[/link] Version 3 but you can easily fit the HK systems into a smaller Multiplex Easystar.

The best approach is to start simple. Fly the plane by sight and record the video. If you like what you see and get the "FPV bug", then you can spent more money on goggles, better cameras and antennas, etc., because you're hooked!
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