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I'm using the APM 2.6 on a very expensive SkyJib coax octocopter carrying a full frame DSLR with great success as are several of the developers of the Arducopter code. I also have it on 2 other Droidworx copters, two 3DR and an AquaCoper. I'm also running the software on a PX4 in a Bixler 2 and...

Forget fining people for flying, let's fine them for overusing that 'time shift' effect. I'm getting really tired of it.

I have some new 'in the box' DJI gear that I'm selling as it looks like I won't be using it. I'll offer it at a good discount to fellow forum members . And I'll throw in shipping by FedEx as a bonus. DJI Wookong M IMU CPU - Multicopter AutoPilot with v3 GPS OS MkII (v5) - WookongM - Videon on...

I don't understand why PAL would be an issue. Just set the camera to output PAL and off you go. Your editing software should be able to handle any format.

You do not need to write code to use the APM flight controller. But you will need to do a fair amount of reading on how to install and configure it. It's not difficult but you do have to actually read the documentation. The good news is that the community at DIYDrones have spent the last six...

Very nice. What's the scene with a person pointing a gun at another person all about? Seemed quite odd in comparison to the rest of the video.

I had one arrive today. I'll give it a try on my Nikon D600 and let you know how I go tomorrow. Even more interesting are these little guys for the Sony. I have one of them on order as well. A friend bought a gimbal and one of these was included. Great idea. No more bulky converters.

I like the Iris but have no idea if it would be right for you. It's been delayed because there was a last minute issue with the Pixhawk flight controller which I think now has been resolved. They have certainly put a lot of time and energy in to getting it right and I think they are working on...

I may be repeating myself here. I would be very surprised if the alignment was out on a SkyJib. Everything is 'keyed' to make sure it's in perfect alignment. Having said this, the motor mounts are keyed just with a small bump at the bottom that fits in to a hole on the arm. You'll know what I'm...

When I say 55% I'm talking about actual flying. And it has plenty of spare thrust as well. My AUW is about 8.5Kg. I think you might actually be giving eCalc figures for four motors rather than eight. My SkyJib X-4 is a coax so it has eight motors.

I really don't know if this software will work but it's free so it won't cost you anything to try http://hugin.sourceforge.net. I've done a lot of stitching with it and have been very impressed with it's capabilities. Here's a six exposure pana I did not long ago with it.

Hmm, I have the same copter with MN4014-11 motors, 15x6 props and 2x 8A 6S batteries. It lifts a Nikon D600 full frame DSLR with no problems at all with around 55% hover. The motors don't seem to get that warm at all but I haven't done a lot of flying yet and it's not summer here yet. I think...

I assume that the brushless motors we use are considered disposable rather than repairable but I'm curious about them. I have two MN4014-11 motors that don't turn anymore after a crash. They just wiggle back and forth like motors due when only two wires are connected. I checked the wiring and...

The Draganfly is certainly a slick setup but I've always felt it's more for industrial type of use and turn key for use by Police etc. If you live close to Droidworx you are in a great situation. You can't get much better. Their prices are on their site, including a new range of Ready To Fly...

Great advice. Why aren't you following it???

I hope they ignore both of us, read the doco and ask the experts. That's what I did and it worked out great!

Bull****! Of course you were and I called you on it. Man up. Anyone who read my reply to the OP can see that my advice was for him to go read the doco and the recommendations of people who know much more than you or I. Using the Attopilot current/voltage sensor is the correct answer to his...

You think so? Somehow I don't think the SES or pilots fighting those fires would agree. As far as I'm concerned they are who we should be listening to. Have a look at the other videos he posted. If he isn't a perfect example of what will cause us all to be grounded, I don't know who is.

Well, we might want to consider reality as well. In practice, if wired up in a standard fashion the AttoPilot sensor won't have more than about 80Amps passing through it. I'm not the only one using that sensor on a Droidworx with the same specs as the OP asked about. No need to believe me. One...

I've built the same copter and one PDB works fine. I don't know if the larger dome is required for a WKM as I use an APM FC but I'd recommend the larger dome either way. I have both and much prefer the larger dome. However, be aware that if you use the larger dome and you want to use a crash...