@vonleiningen drones mainly.

It's pretty much line of sight, so with the high gain AKK antennas on the VTX and RX (which is very good) it will go a long way. But that's much the same for most VTX at 25mW until you get something in the way. High gain RX antennas are key to getting good range because the TX/RX sensitivity degrades using the inverse square law. What's noticeable is the video drops away very quickly on 25mW without much warning compared with the higher outputs. Thanks for your feedback.

Try using the original charger and a different USB-C cable or power outlet to rule out power issues. Check if the LED lights show charging, and ensure the port is clean. If nothing works, connect the goggles to DJI Assistant 2 on your PC to check firmware. Still no luck? It could be a hardware issue-contact DJI Support for assistance or a warranty replacement!

@WhirlyBloke have tried all those, i guess warranty is in order

@@doitchannel67 and thanks for watching nephew. 👀

If you can, try another supply to prove it.

@@WhirlyBloke I bought a IMIU 140 watt power supply. It comes with a USC C x USB C cable with a chip in it for high discharge. It works perfectly now.

Hi, thanks for your comment! It sounds like your power supply might be the issue here. The INIU BI-B5 likely defaults to 5V because it’s operating in a USB power delivery (PD) mode that doesn’t negotiate higher voltages with the ISDT 608PD charger. My first thoughts are 1. Check the power supply’s specs: Confirm if it supports higher output voltages (e.g., 9V, 12V, or more) and ensure it complies with PD standards. 2. Verify your cable: Make sure you’re using a high-quality USB-C cable capable of handling PD negotiation. Lower-quality cables can sometimes cause power negotiation issues. 3. Try another power supply: Some power supplies auto-detect the required voltage, while others need a compatible device to negotiate higher outputs. Look for one that explicitly supports PD output up to 20V and is recommended for use with devices like the 608PD. A popular choice for chargers like this is a dedicated DC power supply or a PD power adapter with adjustable voltage. 4. Consider using the DC input: If you have access to a compatible DC power source, you might bypass the issue entirely by using the DC input instead of relying on USB PD. Let me know if any of these solutions help 😊

You’re right about the UK regulations. This VTX is more about testing capabilities than pushing limits. Thanks for watching.

Absolutely, it’s a beast! Definitely more suited for wings than typical FPV frames. Keeping quads light is key for performance and flight time, so trade-offs are always part of the game. Thanks for sharing your insights 👏👏👏👏

Good question! Enforcement is rare unless interference is reported, but flying responsibly is key to avoiding issues. Thanks for the laugh-‘Wattage police’ gave me a chuckle 😀😀😀😀😀😀

Radio inspectors/detection vans are a thing in some countries, but not specifically for "drones"... this was more for amateur radio, and either interference/excessive power/unlicensed frequencies, and was more on a "complaints first" basis ... In other words your milage may vary 😅

@@pfeerick LOL

@@WhirlyBloke LOL

Great points! Fresnel zone interference can be a factor, but as you mentioned, many low-altitude, cinematic flights face similar challenges. Penetration often does demand more power, especially in complex environments. Thanks for sharing.

@mrpeddles117 I'm glad it helped.

@@albaniansuperiorshqipetari8055 fantastic.

That's really odd. If you've run through my checks and it's still a problem, it maybe the BF target you've chosen is wrong which makes it sort of work but not. I suggest re-flashing the latest version of BF and double check the target you're flashing is correct. Make a note of your settings in the configurator (or just back then up) and do a full erase and flash. Restore your settings and see how it goes. Remember if you're changing to a later more recent version, your current settings may not be compatible. I hope you get it sorted and do let me know when you find the cause. There may of course, be a hardware problem on your flight controller board.

@WhirlyBloke your right I'm thinking this is happening because I'm using old laptop old betaflight and the drones are like new and I think I need to get latest BF and do a factory reset or what u said.

@@tomollie no idea. Try asking ToolkitRC support.

@ I definitely will have too! So you & no one else ever noticed it never said Li-Ion compatible on the device ?!

@esuohdica lots to learn, but that's the fun of it. Thanks for watching.

@@PeterV if I had a RodeCaster as a template, absolutely.

@Sonic_Ox and thanks for taking the time to give your feedback. Hopefully, you'll get sorted with some new gear.

@WhirlyBloke 🤠👍

@madigorfkgoogle9349 not true. I reordered last month, and the cost was less than $1 a board. However, shipping is always the biggest cost, so ordering in quantity always pays off.

@@WhirlyBloke I got quotation for BlueSCSI board which is just slightly more complex then yours and is not bigger and for 5 pieces the price is 38.96USD+shipping as of yesterday. And I tried any combination of the production method, this was the cheapest. Very expensive...

@@madigorfkgoogle9349 I've tried several PCB services like these and I've found PCBWay they offer the best service and prices to the UK.

@@WhirlyBloke they must have changed their pricing then. I already ordered from NextPCB, the total quotation from PCBWay was 235USD+36USD shipping for my four projects, NextPCB was 106USD for same including shipping and -10USD for first order.The NextPCB was way cheaper then PCBWay as you can see.

@tremkoalaska is not great, is it? The problem is if you lose video, then the RC control is just about to go as well. Definitely upgrade to ELRS. There's a bit of a learning curve, but there's loads of videos around including mine, to help you on the way. Have fun.

@Crucifer_Immorta thanks for watching, and I'm so glad it helped.

@@backrdfpv705 it's perfect for that.

Geprc Darkstar20 is pretty small too, but the Bee25 looks amazing.

You are welcome!

​@@WhirlyBloke By the way, the original ELRS that shipped with the Zorro allowed to go up to 250mv in TX power. After the update to the latest elrsV3.lua, the TX power caps at 100mv. Is that expected? anything in the regulatory configurations that can up the TX power higher than 100mv?

@LeVsTerFpv fantastic news, and I'm glad it helped. Thanks for letting me know.

Я вчора зібрав таку ж збірку на х12)

@@Oleg19983 English??

@@LeVsTerFpv Yesterday I assembled the same drone on x12) + RcinP 1002 22k KV

@@Oleg19983 lol cool i l love it outside 45mm prop inside 31mm prop. I have the betafpv Air65 champion . On 400mw the video is mich better range than hmx12 and i wish it would be other way around. Outside i need more range. I will try the new matrix board 5in1 aio from betafpv

Thanks for the kind words and feedback. They are stock BF rates, but that's not what is important to get a quad to fly like that. It's about profiling your throttle. I have an upcoming video all about it.

@@topofthemornintoya nope. It's a very gentle heat.

@@WhirlyBloke thanks for the reply. great video :)

Yes, is supports LiPo storage charge.

Unfortunately, not without a lot of custom hardware and firmware. If you want a budget camera suitable for handlebar or helmet mounting, try these out. amzn.to/3DwdNux

Well if you found that slightly ridiculous, you'll find my next AKK review off the wall.

ELRS radios and receivers are relatively cheap, So maybe get a combo - I can recommend a diversity receiver and give it a try on a smaller, less valuable plane and see how it goes. I've got no experience of a large fixed wings, but I use the Nomad Gemini module and a quad receiver on my cinelifter with a mighty expensive payload. That and IANV are the the only things I trust on it. Primarily it's not about absolute range, more the reliability and redundancy.

I fly all my fixed wing on ELRS but it's electric not IC, I would certainly give ELRS a try but not on an expensive model at first, personally if I only flew LoS planes and especially IC powered ones I'd probably go Frsky instead with the X18 or if you want something smaller X14

I’m sorry to hear you’re having such a frustrating time getting NDI to work with your setup. I completely understand how challenging this can be, especially when everything should work on paper but doesn’t in practice. You’re absolutely right that in this video, I demonstrated a setup that was already functional to highlight the smooth integration. However, I can see how it might not have addressed the hurdles you’re facing in getting started from scratch. I’ll take your comments onboard for future videos and include troubleshooting steps or a fresh setup perspective. Based on what you’ve shared, it sounds like you’ve got everything configured correctly in terms of hardware, Ethernet, and the necessary adapters. A few potential things to check: 1. Firmware Updates: Ensure all your OBSBOT cameras are running the latest firmware. Sometimes NDI won’t initialize properly without updates. 2. NDI Discovery Settings: Double-check your network settings (e.g., multicast or static IP configuration) as these can sometimes block NDI device discovery. 3. NDI Tools: Have you tried using the official NDI Studio Monitor or NDI Access Manager to verify if the cameras are being discovered on the network? That could help pinpoint the issue. 4. Micro SD Configuration: Some users have reported that specific SD card formatting or partitioning can impact setup-worth double-checking that too. You might try contacting OBSBOT support as well. Best of luck with your setup-I’m sure you’ll get it working soon.

thankyou for your detailed response, I did contact obsbot but ultimately found the fix on reddit. The NDI codes could be entered on the Obsbot phone app but in my case and others apparently, NOT via Obsbot Center , desktop app. Once entered there I closed the app and the Center showed the NDI was active and NDI tools , finally , discovered them. I am not out of the woods yet apparently however because my new Obsbot Talent hasn't yet discovered them on NDI because te NDI has to also be configured on that device as well and I've yet to understand hoe. Not much avail on KZbin University about NDI and talent yet and what is available assumes I am streaming on OBS , which might happen but right now im simply trying to create multicam vids in my studio via this new NDI network

@FlyDreamEcuador even though it's an older quad, it's still very good. It's also extremely quiet cos of the 2 blade props. Sorry I haven't done a rescue mode video for it, but there's loads of BF rescue mode tutorials out there.

Oh no, that’s really frustrating! 😕 It might be worth checking if the ShortSaver was triggered properly or if there was an issue with the wiring. Hope you can get it sorted.

@@Ali-sYT this answer is in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILRmGhpeL2Jmqssi=SYpC_sEI4LFyd4gH

@WhirlyBloke thank you. It was Gyro orientation.

Thanks for your comment! You’re absolutely right-having a great signal is important, but it’s only as good as the goggles you’re using. It’s all about finding the right balance! 😊

The OLED display works great in bright sunlight.

It's an awesome Laco Paderborn instagram.com/p/CvjqhEFtIad/

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.