HOW TO Setup OMPHobby M1, M2, Explore, V2 and Original with Spektrum

[@BuddyRC]

*FOR THE UPDATED ESC: M2 V2 and Explore Use FLAT LINE THROTTLE CURVES* Normal: 0-60-60 Idle 1 : 65-65-65 Idle 2 : 85-85-85

[@mikeswinford466]

You mention the settings of 3 numbers, yet there are 5 positions to set in the throttle curve?

[@michaeltrager4381]

@@mikeswinford466 For 5 positions use: Normal: 0-60-60-60-60, Idle 1: 65-65-65-65-65 Idle 2: 85-85-85-85-85

[@michaeltrager4381]

@Buddy RC This is news to me (flat governor throttle curves)! - what isn't this mentioned in the newer M2 V2 Manual? Did you ever get any optimum settings for the flight controller as far as Agility and Speed is concerned for various flight curves (normal, idle up 1, 3D)? I've seen some posts on Helifreak that mention lower numbers for Agility rather then higher ones? Thanks Buddy RC!

[@wvultra]

Buddy RC: Do the FLAT LINE THROTTLE CURVES apply when using the SFHSS Receiver?

[@BuddyRC]

@@wvultra yes. For all receivers. The esc is governed and needs the flat curves

[@mssippijim]

I plan to order one of these soon from you. Excellent video, I wish more manufacturers / resellers would take the time to do this. Much easier than following a tiny chart in a manual.

[@manicfour]

Best Damn helicopter radio setup I've ever seen. Taught me something new. I'm getting back into shell's from about a 10yr vacation. You video brought back some memories I had forgotten. Got three helicopters ordered and on the way. Thanks for such a great step by step setup video. I subscribed.

[@canadiandronepilot7535]

New subscriber, just picked up a gently used M2 V1 on RCCanada.. cant wait to try this little heli out.. its been over 10 years since I have flown . I have 10plus years experience flying RC helicopters , Goblin 500/700/770 , Align etc.. this is a great little heli to get back into the hobby .. Thanks for this great video. Cheers

[@BuddyRC]

Thanks! Hope you enjoy it as much as we do

[@nsbob70]

I wish I could hit the like button more than once. I watched this video very carefully, and with the proper use of the pause button, was able to follow you step by step in setting up my brand new OMP M1-EVO with almost no issues! I found the expo around the center collective to be a bit much, seemed soft and slow to respond, so cut that down and it did great! Also has the slightest of tail wags, and again, cut down the expo there and it mellowed it out there a bit as well. (or maybe I added some?....I forgot now!) This heli's great, and your video taught me a lot about not only the heli, but how to work my radio too! (Newer Spektrum NX-8) Just what I needed as I was really getting spoiled with all the "BNF" model out there. Thanks for the thorough video man! YOU ROCK!!

[@BuddyRC]

Glad you enjoyed the content

[@pavelack]

@@BuddyRC These settings can be also used for the m1? I just got my sfhss bnf version and a used zorro, i tried a first flight but i think something was off in my radio settings.. it was going all over the place even in stability mode and the throttle response was like super finicky and had very slow spool or response at all. Im not quite sure what else it would be but it ended up costing me a main shaft. im going to try and check with the swashplate tool and go from there

[@pavelack]

i am having the same issues, what throttle curves do you have set? i have flat but i think my values are off a bit

[@rickdudzik9281]

been flying all blade products but im geeting this bad boy and now i know how to bind it to my dx9 thanks.

[@Michael.C.Duisburg]

a great video that others have not been able to make so understandable

[@ChickenHawk841]

Excellent tutorial! I picked up a Kensun Satellite Receiver with Binding Button DSM2 DSMX & Lemon RX Compatible (KEN-01015) from BuddyRC, watched this video, and my M2 Explore is now RTF.

[@timgreen4110]

Love your delivery man. I’m waiting for my second M1 to be delivered and im trying to find settings. I have a Kensun satellite and will use my NX6. This was great help. Thanks and keep producing these vids.

[@BuddyRC]

Have fun!

[@leonardootero7719]

Hello nice video. Can you set up rescue on the M2 and the M1 with spektrum?

[@mathiaschillisplash8997]

Yes

[@stevejohnston8543]

I have to wonder about your pitch curve set to 56 at mid stick. I set mine to 50. I’ve never seen a manual that suggests 56. Also, I don’t know how anyone can fly with that much expo, I got rid of it all. Preferences I guess. Finally, it would’ve been nice to have a third hand for the binding procedure.

[@fpvtechnology837]

Hi! Your vidéo is helpful but you don't explain how to set a switch on spektrum for self leveling mode. Is normal mode is the same switch for leveling ? Franck from France

[@thatdude4000]

Man as a Noob to this hobby, watching this video seems way overwhelming! I wanna get the m2 with the t6 controller so i won’t be too overwhelmed with all the controls!

[@mssippijim]

Keep in mind that their radio only works with their aircraft. These setups are really not that hard once you follow a guide like this a time or two. Not knocking their radio at all, certainly a very fair price, and if you feel more confident going that route, go for it.

[@O-RoD]

You need a bigger bench lol 😅😅. Love the video! Subed!

[@DetoursRC]

Thanks for these vids man. Im ordering this heli in orange and this sat reciever tmrw!

[@G--Force]

Do we need setup gyro seetings on the TX? I use a Spektrum DX8. Thx

[@littlejoker1090]

Congratulations! Great video, simple and detailed. Can I ask you a question? Why didn't you use the 120° swashplate instead of the normal one?

[@baza4k]

Thanks so much. easy to follow and now I am ready to fly...

[@APAPMotors-SalesMotors]

Nice. Any tutorial for Radiomaster TX16s?

[@kenmeidinger1456]

Great video !! Thank you. It really helped me out

[@Damon0306]

Thank you so much for this video, I’ve been dying to purchase a M2, but I’m terrified of the radio setup with my DX6 G3.

[@BuddyRC]

No problem ! Dont be afraid it's really simple

[@CJpilot]

Your videos are the best 🙂

[@BuddyRC]

Glad you like them!

[@mikeswinford466]

The Kensun satellite is hard to find right now but I was able to get one. Easy to Bind. Problem I see is that it adds thickness to the side of the RX (I mounted exactly as you show) and now the canopy rubs the right Aileron servo arm. I think I am going to have to use a dremel to fix that as I do not any friction on that ball joint.

[@CloudyFlyerRowdyNiemira]

Seriously thank you for this. I just bought one of those satellites from buddy rc for my omp that is on the way. I'm really looking forward to flying this helicopter.

[@BuddyRC]

Awesome to hear! You're going to love it!

[@oneshot7609]

I have one question with my m2 explorer I just got. When I turn it on there are faint but sharp noises coming out of the on board system and I don't know if that's normal or not. It does it quite often and just want to make sure it's normal.

[@LarsVerra]

Got the M1 working, thanks! Is there also a option to use the failsafe on a spectrum transmitter.? And how to setup?

[@JohnVHRC]

Just used this to setup my explore using the settings in the video, it works pretty well, but the heli is very tame

[@3girlrumba3]

Get rid of all that expo

[@katpis9121]

Question guys. So did my first flight and wow amazing heli. One issue I found is in Normal mode I find I need a ton of collective to keep hover. In stunt 1 and stunt 2 I’m well over half on the collective to hold the hover? Does the blades need re centring

[@BuddyRC]

Yes

[@djlouis2150]

I just order mine omphobby m2 explore RTF version from bandgood can't wait. I'm only doing basic flying don't want to crash it. It's to nice looking helicopter m2. I'm excited

[@BuddyRC]

Honestly that's all I do myself :D You'll love it!

[@rochaeliasbr]

Do you have some video explaining about Futaba, I have the Futaba14SG radio and I liked this Helimodelo, but I didn't see anything about how to Bindar and configure in Futaba Protocol.

[@chris-ip4pk]

You can bind a satellite into any spektrum reciever hooked up to a battery ,bind the receiver in the normal way ,then unplug the satellite and plug it into heli receiver, job done

[@BuddyRC]

Yep! You'd be surprised at the amount of people that don't have, don't need, or don't want to purchase a full size receiver just for binding.

[@hoofarted8709]

...ive flown various micro helis and then the blade 120, 330 and now the OMP M2 V2 and holly shit!!!....this helicopter is absolutely amazing to fly and is VERY well built and stable in flight...once you actually take it up from ground into a hover for the first time then you will be able to actually understand the absolute awsumness of the direct drive motor and its stability and response...and all of this is on level 1 or beginner...i am an experienced pilot but i dont or cant do 3d yet...basically my 3d is only loops and rolls which anybody can do and flipping it inverted and hovering but thats not shit either...i like to fly scale and very fast and this helicopter is so smooth and very powerful and lands so smooth and i get 8 mins of flight time

[@BuddyRC]

Thanks for sharing!

[@hoofarted8709]

@@BuddyRC ....cool, i didnt think i would get a reply...i wont bother you with a bunch of crap but i will ask you this...what is all that stuff about the "flight system" or whatever that is in that little white book that came with the m2v2?...i bypassed all that and just used your set up video.

[@hoofarted8709]

@@BuddyRC nevermind...i figured it out..

[@thehumblepundit9790]

Great video!! How do I set up rescue mode with the Spektrum Tx? Thanks.

[@RubenRC94]

Is it possible to set up a separate switch for your in transmitter flight modes (Normal , iu1, iu2) and the omp controller flight modes? I'm already a experienced pilot so won't use stability. What exactly is the difference between normal and violent 3D. besides the throttle curve you assign yourself?

[@Euwanh85]

Hi Are you able to do a vidoe on how to set rescue mode up using a dx18? Please

[@kunad9720]

of these two radios , radiomaster tx16s or spektrum nx 8 which is the easiest too setup.

[@rahin123fpv]

Hi Buddy , my recently purchased M2 Explore is not changine into Mode 1 or 2 the only change I get is the RPM and no change in Agility . I am using a DX7 and the statilite receiver. Its flying great otherwise. Thanks

[@floriank9744]

Can you pls explain me the values for the ch5? i set it on a 3 way switch and now i have to enter values for the stability mode and 3d mode. can you tell me your values? i have at idl up1 a bit of tail wagging?? is it normal? thank you!

[@TheWaRRioR841]

Did you find out about how to setup the switch to 3D? same problem here.

[@robertmaplethorpe3698]

Great video, I've just purchased a explore. if you didn't want to use beginner mode and soft 3D mode in flight modes how would you do this if possible? I only want full 3D mode in all flight modes.

[@BuddyRC]

beginner mode is having the gyro stabilization on and the soft 3d mode is a combination of rates/headspeed and expo. Just disabling the gyro via channel 5 and adjusting your headspeed/rates according to your flying style will achieve this

[@robertmaplethorpe3698]

@@BuddyRC could you show a video of how to do this please?

[@r7_guy941]

Hi can you also mention the pitch in degrees for the 3 flight modes (pitch curves)

[@robindavies7144]

Hi TJ, I am looking to use my DX6e radio with the M2 EXP. I have an SPM9645 as my external satellite receiver. That should be fine. I know there is a one-off step where you have to bind to an external source, i.e. a different receiver. I have actually watched Freddy Cordova doing this and he uses an old 7020 receiver as his 'external source' to bind to, but I note there is a lead from the 7020 to the satellite receiver. The only receiver I have lying around is an AR610 which has no such functionality, just the 7 open ports on the top. Will that work and if yes, will it mean I just bind wirelessly as opposed to wired? Thank you.

[@lucsnellenberg27]

@Buddy RC. Nice and clear video, and what a machine this is! I finally got my OMPHobby bound to my Spektrum DX6E transmitter. For some reason the OMP will only react to the tx with one specific profile. Do you have any idea what could be wrong?

[@funsunmotors3665]

How do you enable SELF LEVEL mode?

[@canadiandronepilot7535]

Can you use the newest Spektrum sats on this flight controller ? The reason I ask is that some FBL systems like BeastX suggest swapping some pins around on the sat cable to avoid damage to the SAT ..

[@brentlopez-yg4yw]

Thanks bud , long time heli guy but im older now and i 3d a little but i just wana fly some , just got this same bird and i fly Spektrum so thanks ...

[@jakelang4387]

You will have to get a new heli after that first invert.lol like I did ..slam! Into a rock . I'm alot better now and my m2 V2 comes today..thanks 😊

[@inspectedbyrick339]

Will this setup make the nx8 function just like the omp transmitter? Will it fly the same? Will it feel the same?

[@BuddyRC]

It is a good reference point

[@cwright13308]

Great video. I have the Explore that I will be flying with a Futaba 16SZ. I’m going to try and use your pitch and throttle curves with. I have a little drift but I might not have the smash level. I did have to adjust the center points of the servos. I’ve been trying to find out more on the self leveling and how to set it up. By the looks it’s on channel 5 but not sure how to set it up. If you’ve done anything with that could you share what you did? Thanks. After I get mine flying the way I like I might try and do a Futaba video. Thanks again.

[@edgardojagr216]

So what should i use to get it to work???

[@jakelang4387]

I never did figure out how to set up rescue ,on a spectrum radio..other than just flipping it back to normal mode

[@robertbarel896]

great video . thank you .

[@epoweredrc]

Great Video , I am very tempted to order and try one of these out.

[@BuddyRC]

Thanks! And you wouldn't be disappointed. Everyone I've talked to has really enjoyed them. From the seasoned pro to the beginner. I love mine and can't fly it anywhere near the capabilities of the little thing.

[@epoweredrc]

@@BuddyRC One thing you didn't mention unless i missed it was what switch and what channel do you set up for your stable mode and agility mode. Or some might call it your Advanced and Safe modes doesn't the Explorer have that or was that just on the first ones? Thanks

[@BuddyRC]

epoweredrc it's a real fast mention. Gear switch. Channel 5

[@epoweredrc]

@@BuddyRC So you changing Gear to your same switch as idle up your in SAFE while in normal most then your two 3D modes work while your in Stunt one or two? so you could put it on a different switch if you wanted.

[@birdmanbl]

This is awesome I just bought DX6E are these same for ME? Thanks🔥

[@haidaralbohamod5923]

Cam I do this setup to dx6i transmitter?

[@MrPeeteboy]

When you are setting up your dual rates at your idol up to high rate I think you set the dual or the I'm sorry the expo at 15 on everything except for aileron you set it at 40 am I correct is that correct?

[@IgnacioDiPietro]

Awesome video, could you please share with me omp m1 serup for Futaba transmiter?. Thanks

[@sunson4191]

Question, I want to comfirm, can the spektrum transmitter bind with M1 directly?

[@momo.62.]

bonjour il faut pré dire quoi comme recpteur pour un nx8 ?

[@kennethsharpe9379]

Hi so I'm getting a flashing red light after binding the blue is solid using dmx RC on 22ms and ix12 everything works ok though 🤔 TIA

[@kennethsharpe9379]

Ps this is on v2 explore

[@3girlrumba3]

11ms​@@kennethsharpe9379

[@martianmonkeyrc829]

Can you show the setup on a trannis x9d so I can have rescue its much different than 16tx thank you been a while since flying helis resuce would be nice

[@nathanielwilson641]

Thanks so much for the tips on setting this up with a binding Satellite receiver. The OMP Hobby manual for the M2 and their web site provide no information about this. I guess they want me to buy their $60 receiver or what?? I have a Spektrum DX7 which I use for my 3 Blade Helicopters and my 2 Align Helicopters and my flight simulator. I need another Transmitter like I need another hole in my head.

[@BuddyRC]

Your welcome

[@eladnaim7773]

hi buddy rc can you show how to make rescue mode on dx spektrum transmitter?

[@mrph678]

Great vid. Very helpful and straight forward. Keep up the good work bud. Now subbed :)

[@fishalcoholic]

Would the pitch curves shown starting at 13:36 be considered mid, for beginner or ??

[@mcarb80682]

Hello I have old dx6i skektrum would it work like this for me also thanks

[@eclipse2260]

I have my pitch curve on futaba t14sg Set to 100 - 85- 0 - 85 - 100, at idle 1 throttle curve 70- 67,5 - 65 - 67,5 - 70. And idle 2 i think in the middle to 75 and so on and it flies really really great

[@BuddyRC]

Thank you for helping other Futaba users

[@orbitalgolem91]

I've read that the ESC for the V2 has a governor. If so, should we use throttle flat-line curves such as 75-75-75-75-75 for IU1 and IU2?

[@michaeltrager4381]

YES I just found this out too!

[@darrenfriesen3456]

How do you add the bail out feature?

[@seudy111]

Wonderful set of instructions! With your heli knowledge you must start flying some 3D. Figure out the way to do it, step by step in your mind, then get on an elevated area like a hill so that you have more room for errors and can still see the heli well and do it!

[@syndicate9974]

Dose it come with the DSMX SATELLITE ? Or I need to buy 1 ?

[@BuddyRC]

You need to buy one

[@__-uy7nh]

Can someone help me on what is the most likely problem with my M2? i setup my M2 with spektrum satellite, i binded it no problem. I set up the transmitter. I did not adjust any gains on the board. I flew it only 2 times, and it flew very smoothly there was no problem. But then on my second flight after a minute of flying, all of a sudden my tail motor blew out and did not respond. I was able to quickly save it from mid air by throttle holding, and it glide down, with a hard landing. Upon inspection, everything seemed to be fine except the tail motor. For some reason, the tail motor would respond only with twitches when i throttled up. occasionally, it would spool back to normal and respond to gyro input/rudder stick input , but most of the time it just twitches while the main motor spools up normally. At this, point the helicopter could not fly anymore, because the tailmotor would not function correctly. I dont know if it is a tailmotor defective or esc or mainboard problem. I literally only flew it and then it broke by itself. Although, could it be because i was doing pretty agressive pitch pumps that time?

[@stefpv9259]

Just followed the vid to setup my dx6 and im not getting off the ground untill about 75% throttle these settings are not like the t6 transmitter that i use with my other m2

[@sandsatutube]

Thanks, was getting pretty frustrated, couldn't get this to work on my NX10 for some reason, but works perfect with my DX9.

[@serge.adam63]

what's the set up for the gyro values ?

[@Angelo-dj7fs]

Hi, it's Angelo i m italian...can you help me? I need configurate my m2v2 with flysky fs-i6x...can you help me?

[@ReeseFPV]

Question, same setup for NX series?

[@BuddyRC]

Yes

[@SupremeRC]

Great info.

[@BuddyRC]

Thank you

[@wvultra]

Please consider doing a video for the SFHSS Receiver OSHM2055? THANK YOU!

[@BuddyRC]

HOW TO Setup OMPHobby M2 with OPENTX Radiomaster TX16s - M2 Explore V2 and Original kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXmUqnaOqbOki80

[@BuddyRC]

I have but using the tx16s transmitter for the setup

[@wvultra]

@@BuddyRC Thanks! I’m using the TX16S!

[@wvultra]

@@BuddyRC I missed that one! THANK YOU! And keep up the great instructional videos! Since I can't use custom pitch and throttle curves with the latest OMP protocol, I'm going to try it with the SFHSS Receiver! ;)

[@BuddyRC]

Awesome choice. I'm actually working on a new setup video for the m1 (same setup for m2) for the sfhss

[@anthonyeden931]

What is the device attached to the front of the transmitter? Is it something to do with FPV?

[@anthonyeden931]

Just spotted it is the camera for shooting the video. My Bad!

[@JermieMarasigan]

Hi, can you share your spm file for your radio setup? Thanks

[@zmanphx]

What end point for m2 v2? 100 or 125?

[@BuddyRC]

Thanks for watching! I have all of my M2s setup the same way at 100% for end points. Hope this helps

[@dampfdirk5983]

Thanks for this great Video ! Which Spektrum Satellite is this with Bind Button ??? I use my M2 at the Moment with a SPM 4648 Receiver .. Thanks Dirk

[@BuddyRC]

Sat Receiver with Binding Button - b-rc.co/bindingSat

[@dampfdirk5983]

@@BuddyRC Thank You - In Germany Not in Stock

[@birdmanbl]

Is this same setting friend for M1?

[@BuddyRC]

Yes they are

[@edbergeron9425]

Can I set this model up with my Gen1 DX8? Man I hope so as I already ordered one!

[@BuddyRC]

If using an external receiver. Yes

[@edbergeron9425]

@@BuddyRC I have a dsmx satellite ready to go is that what you are referring to? I wish I had know about you before I ordered the heli, I checked out your site, anyways glad I stumbled onto you. Thanks for your help, Ed (I think my M2 V2 gets here today!)

[@Octavius2040]

Hello, excuse me where is gyro setup? Many thanks.

[@ModellbautechnikSalzkammergut]

Is IT better AS a Blade 150S ?

[@BuddyRC]

I mean we are biased since this is our brand. But the general public consensus is the omp helis are much higher quality and flight experience than the blade helis.

[@edgardojagr216]

Hey on buddy rc Iam try to find the receiver your talking about for my omp helicopter. Do you have a number that i can search for it on buddy rc.. I can't find it on buddy rc

[@BuddyRC]

Dude they stopped making it! We have been looking for other options for the push button dsm but so far no luck 😭

[@mattdbot]

Anyone else use these settings and have huge dead band? Love this Heli and the M1 but would really like to get it locked in.. On either DX8 or Vbar

[@Brunomills]

can this setup be used for the older M2?

[@BuddyRC]

Definitely. Spoiler alert : it will work for the new m1 as well

[@MrPeeteboy]

Did I miss something? Gyro, Governor settings?

[@Damon0306]

Can you please send me a link to we’re I can purchase the satellite receiver? Thank you.

[@BuddyRC]

Hid it in the description ;) - Sat Receiver with Binding Button - b-rc.co/bindingSat

[@Damon0306]

Buddy RC thanks man! 👍😎

[@mikecup212]

When are they going to be back in stock, been awhile

[@BuddyRC]

Depends on specifically which one. Stock has been rolling in and right back out for a few weeks now. The v2's arrived yesterday but pre-orders were fulfilled and they went right out. Currently have 2 green explores and 2 yellow explores showing in stock. More are due later this week as well.

[@mikecup212]

@@BuddyRC thanks I will keep checking

[@martinleal9149]

Can You make a beginner setup vídeo? Please?

[@lawlav]

Great if they ever are available tried all over .

[@BuddyRC]

Curse of being popular. Currently green explores and purple V2's at ohiomodelproducts.com

[@lawlav]

WHEN DO YOU EXPECT THE EXPLORER BACK IN STOCK ???????

[@BuddyRC]

We receive some by air frequently. We have a container with a ton of them arriving at the end of the month. So if not before then, definitely then. Dealers may have some in stock. Just Google the m2

[@nhsledfreak]

I really wanted to buy the M2 Explorer but I only fly with Spektrum :(

[@BuddyRC]

This video is how to make it work with spektrum. What's the issue you are seeing?

[@nhsledfreak]

@@BuddyRC I am sure I see in description the satellite binding add on for Spektrum is discontinued.

[@nhsledfreak]

@@BuddyRC I'll be calling tomorrow, I'm pulling the trigger as my friends in my groups said " get one, it's a must have"

[@BuddyRC]

That specific receiver is but other satellites still work

[@nhsledfreak]

@@BuddyRC Yes but my friends gave me info on where to get that specific one:) So I'll be calling in Tomorrow to chat and place my order. I only pray you have the Explorer in stock?

[@pointnozzleaway]

Much Needed Sat RX with Bind Button ....... OUT OF STOCK ......Da*n

[@BuddyRC]

Yeah! We are working on that. The chip they used for that receiver is actually no longer made. So we are searching for options

[@Scjon03]

Are these the settings provide by OMP Hobby or your own personal preferences settings? I look in the manual and it shows nothing for the settings. I ordered a OMP HOBBY M2 V2 and have a DX6.

[@BuddyRC]

I AM OMP! 😋 Joking aside I do work for OMP, these are what the factory used, I just translated it over. Only change I did was putting expo/dr on a separate switch.

[@Scjon03]

@@BuddyRC Awesome, Either way I was going to use these settings you provided anyways thank you so much!

[@lalistrobel]

@@BuddyRC Hi, I don't normally fly a tail like this does it mater witch way the tail blade goes on? Thanks

[@MrLupold]

I put my Radio behind me, or do a 180 and it bind without taking a walk!! food for though!

[@carlos64030]

That tedious method to get into binding mode is ricockulous!

[@mattdbot]

Thank you for some great micro’s but these settings are not that good…. 0 expo and 100 for rates for sure and then, still they have huge dead band