First drone advices
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First drone advices
by Admin Wed Jun 17, 2015 10:24 pm
Which Drone or Quadcopter to buy first? It’s time to stop your research and get flying!
The below advice applies to those with NO flying R/C experience in the past.
Your first Quad
We pick up the Syma X5 (or other X), Hubsan X4, Blade Nano or Latrax Alias as their first learning machine. The prices will vary, but they are usually about $40-$50 delivered. It does not matter which body style you chose (spacecraft, bee, ufo), they are all the same inside and you can even remove the body and install a better looking one yourself (make it from a soda bottle, etc.)
Here are some pro’s and cons – note that the 3-axis units do not automatically self-level when you release the transmitter sticks – so they are harder to fly. BUT, you may end up being a better pilot if you learn on them.
Hubsan X4 – 6 -axis micro – best value all-around current learning machine – $40-50 – buy the optional prop guards!
Syma X5 – 6 axis mini – mini sized (bigger than Hubsan – which is a micro) Syma newer models (X5, 6) are more stable (easier to fly) than the originally, and still recommended, Syma X1.
Blade Nano – a higher end model from a very reputable maker ($90) – this has two modes so you can learn both 3 axis and 6 axis flight.
LaTrax Alias – 6 axis – high end model ($150) with great performance and durability.
Note – the new WL Toys v636 or the Dromina Ominus are both copies of the Aliad, but about 1/2 the price.
UDI U818A – 6 Axis with camera – a decent deal and has gotten good reviews from 100′s of users. Of course, these cameras are just for your entertainment – the pictures and video they take are of low quality.
The idea of your first quad is to get a couple hours of flight time in so that your brain and your muscle memory start knowing how to fly.
What else do I need?
Most come complete with everything except the batteries for the Transmitter. It even comes with an extra set of propellers. You should purchase at least 1 extra battery for the quad itself.
Can I fix it if I break it?
Parts are available – however, these things are quite small and if you are not handy you may find it just as easy to sell your unit for parts (many online forums have free classifieds) and buy another one. The difference is probably only $20. However, they are relatively easy to repair for those with basic skills – although a soldering iron is needed (on some models) to properly replace motors.
Techniques?
To keep this article short, we will mention only the basics. First, once you have a little experience, you’ll want to lift your quad off the ground almost instantly to 2 foot or so high – because there is a ground effect when it is close to the floor/ground.
Secondly, an important step is to start your practice by standing behind the quadcopter and having it face AWAY from you. This will allow the movements on your sticks (the Transmitter) to make the quadcopter go in the same direction as you push!
What about the DJI Phantom or AR Drone?
No doubt that the AR Drone has quite a few features for about $300. However, it’s operation differs from the standard (older) R/C type and therefore you may be better off learning on a more “manual” model. Better to crash the less expensive models or leave it up in a tree…lessons learned…than to do so with your new AR Drone or Phantom.
DJI makes some fine units! We are big fans and use a Phantom quadcopter for most of aerial photography. Once you learn the ropes – depending on what you then want to do, the AR or DJI may be right for you. There are many options, but it will be much less confusing once you learn the basics.
Article by www.droneflyers.com
The below advice applies to those with NO flying R/C experience in the past.
Your first Quad
We pick up the Syma X5 (or other X), Hubsan X4, Blade Nano or Latrax Alias as their first learning machine. The prices will vary, but they are usually about $40-$50 delivered. It does not matter which body style you chose (spacecraft, bee, ufo), they are all the same inside and you can even remove the body and install a better looking one yourself (make it from a soda bottle, etc.)
Here are some pro’s and cons – note that the 3-axis units do not automatically self-level when you release the transmitter sticks – so they are harder to fly. BUT, you may end up being a better pilot if you learn on them.
Hubsan X4 – 6 -axis micro – best value all-around current learning machine – $40-50 – buy the optional prop guards!
Syma X5 – 6 axis mini – mini sized (bigger than Hubsan – which is a micro) Syma newer models (X5, 6) are more stable (easier to fly) than the originally, and still recommended, Syma X1.
Blade Nano – a higher end model from a very reputable maker ($90) – this has two modes so you can learn both 3 axis and 6 axis flight.
LaTrax Alias – 6 axis – high end model ($150) with great performance and durability.
Note – the new WL Toys v636 or the Dromina Ominus are both copies of the Aliad, but about 1/2 the price.
UDI U818A – 6 Axis with camera – a decent deal and has gotten good reviews from 100′s of users. Of course, these cameras are just for your entertainment – the pictures and video they take are of low quality.
The idea of your first quad is to get a couple hours of flight time in so that your brain and your muscle memory start knowing how to fly.
What else do I need?
Most come complete with everything except the batteries for the Transmitter. It even comes with an extra set of propellers. You should purchase at least 1 extra battery for the quad itself.
Can I fix it if I break it?
Parts are available – however, these things are quite small and if you are not handy you may find it just as easy to sell your unit for parts (many online forums have free classifieds) and buy another one. The difference is probably only $20. However, they are relatively easy to repair for those with basic skills – although a soldering iron is needed (on some models) to properly replace motors.
Techniques?
To keep this article short, we will mention only the basics. First, once you have a little experience, you’ll want to lift your quad off the ground almost instantly to 2 foot or so high – because there is a ground effect when it is close to the floor/ground.
Secondly, an important step is to start your practice by standing behind the quadcopter and having it face AWAY from you. This will allow the movements on your sticks (the Transmitter) to make the quadcopter go in the same direction as you push!
What about the DJI Phantom or AR Drone?
No doubt that the AR Drone has quite a few features for about $300. However, it’s operation differs from the standard (older) R/C type and therefore you may be better off learning on a more “manual” model. Better to crash the less expensive models or leave it up in a tree…lessons learned…than to do so with your new AR Drone or Phantom.
DJI makes some fine units! We are big fans and use a Phantom quadcopter for most of aerial photography. Once you learn the ropes – depending on what you then want to do, the AR or DJI may be right for you. There are many options, but it will be much less confusing once you learn the basics.
Article by www.droneflyers.com
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