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Forum: Batteries & Chargers
03-31-2007, 01:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,668
Posted By Martin V

RE: Simprop Intelli-Speed

I just got one from Hobb-Lobby and it came with only the German manual. I called them and they said they would find and send me an English manual. Hopefully they can find it, I had no luck even...
Forum: Aerial Photography and Video
03-29-2007, 09:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,703
Posted By Martin V

RE: What electric Plane is recommended for aerial video

I use a Twinstar but think the Easystar would be a simple/cheaper way to go and should handle the weight fine.

Here is my setup:

http://martinv.4t.com/photo.html

...
Forum: Aerial Photography and Video
03-28-2007, 12:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,379
Posted By Martin V

RE: Camera on E-bay Any good????

I purchased a system like that and found it was ok. A cheap system to try out and not worry to much about crashing and destroying it. The camera quality was not great but was ok, especially on...
Forum: MarketPlace questions or problem?
03-27-2007, 12:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 277
Posted By Martin V

When/how do items sell?

I'm new to this and notice some items where the seller rejected offers higher than the asking price. Is this servics like an auction where the seller can choose when to end it?
Thanks,
Martin
Forum: Electric Training
04-03-2006, 04:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 556
Posted By Martin V

left right control reversed?

I'm new to helis and just practicing on FMS and trying to set up my controller correctly. I just want to verify the tail (left stick) control.

I found 1 source that said this:



Is...
Forum: Electric Training
04-03-2006, 03:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 144
Posted By Martin V

please delete. accident double post

sorry laggy connection caused a double post.
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
06-02-2004, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 954
Posted By Martin V

RE: Damaged Li-Polys

I know my Jetti 110 esc drains my battery even if the switch is off.
Forum: Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives
04-05-2004, 05:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 753
Posted By Martin V

RE: New Gearbox spins prop Backwards!

Thanks for the info. I reversed the motor leads and it works great. Much more power with the gearboxes and and the 9x6 props comared to the stock wingo props direct drive.

Martin
Forum: Aerial Photography and Video
04-04-2004, 04:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,100
Posted By Martin V

RE: how do i record my mini cameras pictures

I used my big 20" tv/vcr combo and plugged it into a power inverter which plugs into the cigarette lighter socket. It converts the 12volt to 120volt ac. I Finally ordered a camcorder with a LCD...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
04-02-2004, 06:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,190
Posted By Martin V

RE: Lithium Ion, Poly Use same charger?

Thanks for the info.
Do you know if you can charge 2 battery packs at once use the 2 outputs?.
Also does anyone know of the Simprop Intelli-Control V3 charger. It claims to charge Lithium...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
04-02-2004, 02:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,190
Posted By Martin V

RE: Lithium Ion, Poly Use same charger?

Under $250
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
04-02-2004, 02:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,190
Posted By Martin V

Lithium Ion, Poly Use same charger?

I'm looking to get a new charger that can charge Lithium Poly, Nicad, and NIMH batteries. I saw a couple chargers that say they charge "Lithium". Does that mean it charges Lithium Ion or Poly or...
Forum: Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives
04-01-2004, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 602
Posted By Martin V

RE: Throttle cut off at 50%

Also, I don't think the EPA should have to be changed to prevent the motor from cutting off. Sounds more like a Battery voltage or ESC problem to me.
Forum: Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives
04-01-2004, 05:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 602
Posted By Martin V

RE: Throttle cut off at 50%

If you have a voltmeter, you could measure the battery and receiver voltage to see how low it goes just before your motor cuts off.
Also I'm not sure but I think you would want to reduce the end...
Forum: Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives
04-01-2004, 05:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 753
Posted By Martin V

New Gearbox spins prop Backwards!

Is it OK to reverse the motor wires on a Speed 400 motor?. Will I lose a lot of power or efficiency doing this? Here is a pic of the gearbox/motor: .

Thanks,
Martin
Forum: Aerial Photography and Video
10-27-2003, 02:53 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,130
Posted By Martin V

RE: For all who fly rc using video...

It's definitely a good idea to know what your flying area and all adjacent areas look like before attempting video flying. I'm the guy that crashed my mini piper (mentioned a couple posts ago) due...
Forum: Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives
10-12-2003, 04:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 538
Posted By Martin V

Choosing most efficient Prop and Gearbox?

I have a Multiplex Twinstar with 2 SPEED 400 motors and a 8 cell/2150ma NIMH battery pack. My question is: Is there going to be one most efficient combo of prop and gearbox or will one combo be...
Forum: Aerial Photography and Video
10-06-2003, 02:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,835
Posted By Martin V

RE: Amateur Radio License benefits ?

Thanks for the info everyone.

Elson, what aproximate range are you getting with your setup?
Forum: Aerial Photography and Video
10-03-2003, 02:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,835
Posted By Martin V

Amateur Radio License benefits ?

I just renewed my amateur license but don't have any idea what I can or cannot do. I got my license about 10 years ago and never put it to use. Now that I am getting into wireless cameras and...
Forum: Aerial Photography and Video
10-02-2003, 05:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,370
Posted By Martin V

RE: ANY FLIGHT VIDEOS (WEITHER CRASHES OR JUST FLYING AROUND)

I have 2 wireless camera videos at this link and hope to post more soon. A Spitfire that crashed and a Mini Piper that went out of video and visual range.

http://www.rcsites.net/mevmevmev/
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
09-16-2003, 03:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,031
Posted By Martin V

RE: Spitfire cockpit cam crash (video)

Chris,
Oops,
Correction: not "save as" but "save target as"
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
09-16-2003, 03:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,031
Posted By Martin V

RE: Spitfire cockpit cam crash (video)

ChrisHays, I probably don't know enough to help you. My computer plays the video on Windows Media Player. Also, it works best to right click the picture and select "save as" then open the file...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
09-16-2003, 03:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,031
Posted By Martin V

RE: Spitfire cockpit cam crash (video)

I used a TV-VCR combo and powered it with a power inverter. A camcorder with a video input and a lcd screen would be easier, but I don't have one yet.
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
09-15-2003, 04:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,031
Posted By Martin V

RE: Spitfire cockpit cam crash (video)

I got the camera off Ebay. Search under user ID for "spylinker". I had the 800mW system but with a camera I already had (source unknown). They also have a 200mW system (the one they call the...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
08-26-2003, 09:16 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,031
Posted By Martin V

Spitfire cockpit cam crash (video)

I do plan to fix the plane. I've already fixed it a few times including 1 or 2 nose repairs. I'm kind of new to flying and have been suprised how fast planes can be repaired with 5 min epoxy. I'll...
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