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This is a test for a shot I'm trying to get. The clouds didn't work with me today, but I wanted to at least see how it would frame out. I'll probably come back when the conditions are better and get it again. The man on the building is Mr. Boh, the logo from Natty Boh beer. He's considered...

Hey gang, I have a simple question. What do I need to do, if anything, to switch from a 3s to 4s battery. I know all of my equipment is able to handle 4s (avroto motors, dji wk-m), but I have never used anything other than a 3s for any of my copters. Is there anything that I need to change in...

Something new I noticed over at the Open Pilot site. It seems they have a new version of the Copter Control board on the way. No details on the differences between old and new, but I hope it incorporates GPS this time around. That may be a few saved for the actual Open Pilot board though...

While I would never consider flying in the rain, with winter upon us the question has came up around our house if I could fly in light snow. Aside from the obvious issue of getting moisture in the electronic bits, I was wondering if there are any other restrictions to keep you from flying in the...

I've finally came to terms with the fact that I've outgrown my Spektrum DX6i. This radio came with a single rotor heli that got me started in this hobby in 2010. It has served me well, and I've hacked the crap out of it to make it do more than it should be able to, but finally it's time to move...

Have any of you seen the new GoPro lens from RageCams.com? They have a nice collection of sizes and options, and even for the new GP2 model. I think I might get the 4mm. They fit in the case still (unlike the sunex) and give me a 95 degree fov @ 1080. I saw they have some night vision lens as...

So I was wondering where is the best place to order oversized prints online. I just placed an order with Apple because they had the best prices, and it was super easy since I already had everything in iPhoto. I'm open to suggestions though. Who do you think has the best service for photo prints...

Hey gang, So I have a problem that I think I have figured out, but I wanted to run it past you guys and see what the verdict is. On my x650 frame with the DJI WK-M, I have been running 10x4.7 apc props since I had it. It did ok, but I wanted to try out the 11x4.7 ones I had waiting on the...

I remember seeing a few folks complain about the voltage monitor early on. I guess it was draining batteries at a much more rapid rate or something? (I don't recall exactly) I was just wondering if this is the case and if you guys are using it. After having my quad drop out of the sky for the...

Hey gang, I was wondering if anyone could shed some light on something for me. I'm trying to set up my RTH function when my radio is turned off or I lose connection. I've never set up a fail safe before, so I'm not sure I understand what is supposed to happen. I turned on the option in the...

I just wanted to wish every one here on MRF a safe and happy holidays and new year. 2011 has been great and I have to think that the group of folks that have came together on this board has added to the quality of my year. Thanks everyone, and I'm looking forward to 2012 and all that comes with it.

Hey gang, I finally wrapped up my DJI install and get some tests in. Overall, I'm very pleased, but there is some drift when in GPS mode. So far, all of my settings are stock. Any idea were I should be looking to remove this drift? It seems to be ok most of the time, but maybe 1/3 times it...

I just installed my DJI and i notice that the motors start to spin as soon as it's armed. If I don't touch the sticks, it disarms and they stop, but in about 1 second instead of the 3 I think it's supposed to take. I don't have props on so it's hard to tell, but they don't seem to be spinning...

So I just got my new WooKong in the mail today (along with Avroto's & a new frame). I'm hoping to have some time this weekend to get started on the build. I'll be putting it on my XAircraft x650 frame for now. What I'm wondering know though is what should I expect from this unit? It seems...

So I was thinking about somethings today and it got me wondering what type of person is drawn to multirotors. Figured this was something good to ask everyone here, so I'll get it started. I'm a mobile software engineer specializing in iPhone/iPad apps. Building MR's is a lot like software...

So after a few disappointing months of watching in horror as so many people report problems with the GPS for my X650, I've gone ahead and ordered everything I need to do an XA/WK-M hybrid. Ordered so far are the WK-M, 4 Avroto motors, 11x4.7 props, 30amp esc's & a 4S battery. I'll be using the...

I had the day off and the weather was perfect for some AP. Shot in the Liberty Water Reservoir and Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone has experience with the DYS 30amp ESC's. Will these work with a WK-M with Avroto motors? I want to place an order today, but I'm not sure if these will all work together. http://montorc.com/DYS30Amp.aspx Thanks! -Terry

I just got a print back of one of my photos. It's 24 x 36 with a 1.5 inch deep frame. It's hard to tell from this angle, but they cut the bleed on the edge of the frame to give it more of a painting look, white sides & image only on front face. They must use some type of image enlarger because...

So I just noticed on the DJI site that they have some new products coming up. In total, they had 3 listed, but they all seem to revolve around an updated WooKong called WK-H. Anyone have any idea what they will be adding? It mentions auto-take off & landing, but I wonder what else will be in...