Budget FPV - Our favourite cheap kit, July 2016

[@microflightuk3453]

I just wanted to say a huge thanks for all your tutorial videos, they are simply the best on KZbin. I recently built my first quad and without your videos on the Multiwii series I really would of been doomed. Because of your clear and easy to understand advice in your videos I have successfully managed to set up my Multiwii controller complete with all gps functions, return to home, altitude hold and autolevel. All of which I had absolutely no clue about until I watched your videos. Thanks again and keep it up, I'm relying on you haha. Cheers buddy!

[@WestonWill]

Just got my father in law the exact 'simple' setup for father's day! Works great for a first time setup.

[@alistairsutherland3006]

Thanks Painless! I spoke to you a while back regarding the use of RSSI to find my glider (twice now !!) and you have put a great video together for the benefit of those who think it will not happen to them.... Thanks again, Ali.

[@marksherman630]

Great job! I made my 1st purchase of FPV equipment a couple of weeks ago (Quanum Pro goggles & AOMway antennas), but since then watched several reviews of the Cyclops and thinking maybe I chose wrong. So, glad to see you recommend both! Will definitely follow your list for rest of the rig.Thanks for clearly stating your preferences - most helpful.

[@andy1514-g1q]

any chance of an updated version of this please? I'm guessing things have moved on a bit in two years. many thanks :)

[@Painless360]

I do an annual update - here is a sneak peak at this years version out in AUG - My Top R/C Picks: Summer 2018kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYqTi6V-ib99Y6s

[@andy1514-g1q]

great stuff, much appreciated! :)

[@rguptaca]

Yea:) Thank you!!!! Now to get back to trying to flying my quad. Waiting for my Bonka 1300mah to arrive. Due to health I havent tried since last fall. Once I can fly in to FPV:)

[@frostlife]

You should have included the Eachine VR-007 goggles as well!

[@jouda234]

they have shitty resolution, eachine EV800 is way to go, also battery is integrated

[@HumbleHeartMinistry]

The Aomway Camera and Vtx has a fish eye lens in it. Can this be switched easily for a wide angle len? I`m not even sure i would even want to change lens`s? But I want to be able to see as much as possible as I learn to fly fpv with googles. I am going to put this on a Conscendro S Glider. But I also have a Chroma Drone that has gps that i would like to rig up to use googles with. Thank you for your video, I was having second thoughts about fpv with googles until I came across your video! The first set up is just what i was looking for. Easy!!!

[@Painless360]

Not sure, we've nevcer tried. You can see lots of videos about FPV in the 'FPV' and 'Introduction to FPV' playlists.. Best of luck!

[@jgunde]

I have a pair of the Fatshark Dominator HD v2s. I was wondering what camera would be the best to get great image quality but no lag?

[@crampynz]

Great video again, cheers. However for the camera, I'd say just don't bother with anything else, get an HS1177 and go. They're not too expensive and are awesome.

[@Painless360]

Great tip, for those who are happy with the wires this is a great option..

[@babtist58]

Along with all your other videos, superb - very informative. Would you recommend an fpv novice to start with goggles or a screen? I know there are pro's and cons for each approach, but would greatly appreciate your input. Thanks for an outstanding series of videos.

[@michaelbutton994]

Thanks for all your hard work, good luck everyone.

[@BillxSand]

Any chance of a video for this year as well? Great videos btw!

[@Painless360]

I'm planning one for a few weeks time. The Quanum Cyclops V2 and TVL1000 camera would be on the list..

[@privateagent]

Do a 2018 video!

[@michaelfach4922]

Any news on this?

[@Luke-P]

any update on the quanum genesis yet?

[@perritopiloto]

Thanks for the video Painless. I find many of your videos really helpful, your channel is one of the best out there. I'm trying to get in to FPV, and I've got a simple legal question about the PowerOutput of the AOMWAY Camera, being 200mW. I'm reading in the BMFA website than the maximum legal is 25mW.... so what can we do if we want to use this camera legally?

[@twiztedmind864]

I went the cyclops route and absolutely love them, for the most part. The only downside I have is the size, with them being harder to transport and they look pretty goofy. I was thinking of getting the teleporter v5 but heard some bad reviews on them. Is it worth investing in fatsharks later on or should I stick with my cyclops for a while.

[@Painless360]

+Twiztedmind864 there are always new products coming so I'd wait until you need to upgrade and get the latest and greatest ( or great kit at a discount when the new ones come out!) ;)

[@flashesbuck]

I really would like to make a purchase on the cyclops headset, but on thing holding me back is what to use for a battery and charger? I have used Blade Miro heli stuff for use and have never used a true balance charger. Is there a cheap, simple charger you could recommend for a charger? TIA

[@Painless360]

I'd not recommend a cheap charger as such. I've got something similar to this and it works well - www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__92016__Turnigy_B6_Compact_50W_5A_Automatic_Balance_Charger_2_6S_Lipoly_US_Warehouse_.html Best of luck!

[@williamjames2225]

Great video! Quick question... Any particular reason why you didn't recommend the quannum diversity receiver? I see that you have recommended two individual quannums instead.

[@Painless360]

No reason. The diversity Rx is good but HK missed a huge trick not adding the RSSI out to it (like the other Quanum receivers) that would allow all Quanum kit to have the ability to support diversity and super-diversity easily. This video is for those pilots looking to get into FPV at low cost. We have a video on the diversity Rx too..

[@williamjames2225]

+Painless360 Thank you for your reply. I'm new to the hobby and am wondering what functionalities are missed/lost as a result of no RSSI on the diversity?

[@christophergrimble3921]

Has anyone managed to get the quanum receiver, out of stock at hobby king and reading the comments there it looks like it has been for a while?

[@ChrisFredriksson]

The Aomway camera + VTX combo says on some sites that it can take up to +24V on its input, and on some sites it says max +5.5V for what seems to be the exact same camera with the exact same VTX module. Do you know how it is? Can it handle up to +24V or is it +5.5V the max you can connect to this camera+vtx combo?

[@justaguitardude]

they have a firmware update for the cyclops so you can do a quick push button to select a channel.. instead of it finding the strongest signal and thats all it will do... just googles rcgroups cyclops firmware mod.. it will bring it up.. im waiting for version 2 of them i think. i broke down and bought the version 2 pro of the HK DIY kit. hard to say no when HK flash the whole kit for 37.00 when you could not even get the Fresnel/glove upgrade for version 1 for that.. keep it up painless, you and bruce are my fav for rc raw data.. no fluff just strait up info.. which i appreciate. :)

[@Painless360]

There is but I suspect that if you use it and there is a problem with the goggles afterwards you've busted the warranty ;) Nice to see the community innovating! Happy flying!

[@walkergt]

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[@philliptoone]

Great video! Thanks for sharing. Just what I've been looking for. But do you mind sharing why you chose the Quantum Cyclops over the Eachine EV800?

[@philliptoone]

Okay, I've been watching videos and reading forums all morning long. I finally went ahead and ordered the Cyclops. Here are the things that influenced me to go with the Cyclops: adjustable lens, foam padding, community support/hackability (firmware, video-in&out, DVR, etc). I like that the EV800 can be used as a stand alone monitor but I already have multiple monitors I've used to try to build DIY FPV googles. Now I want something the just works and hope I will be happy with the Cyclops. FYI, I also ordered a FX798T rather than the camera/transmitter recommended here because I want to build a Eachine H8 and an alternative to a Tiny Whoop.

[@netox187]

Got the same problem V2 pro or cyclops. I newbie in racing quadcopters and wanna try cheap FPV. Let me know if you are happy from them.

[@tylercollins4125]

I found the relatively cheap FPV AIO goggles and camera and transmitter combo, about $110

[@bello3175]

And the Eachine VR007 and EV800?

[@JasonDiveGuy]

I own the 007, it's a very nice set of goggles, ALTHOUGH the stock antenna is very bad

[@limasami]

I am going to invest into FPV but not sure if i should go for FatShark Teleporter V5 from HK (all included) or Quanum V2 pro and than add rest of the equipment. FatSharks are lot smaller and handy but looks like Quanum is giving better experience due to better and much bigger image as i concluded watching several reviews. Still not sure if the difference is really that huge tough. What would you suggest?

[@Painless360]

See our video on our picks for FPV gear from just a few months ago (in the FPV playlists), there are about to be a few new models on the market too so if you're in no hurry waiting a few weeks might not be a bad idea..

[@revparsons3tl]

good video mate iam useing the v2 pro google and love the nice big screen the other day had a go on my mates fatsharks god knows how people fly 250 racers with them lol

[@jakobm.5480]

Thanks *Im super happy with my Eachine VR-007 Goggles* - and it was only US$59.99 and the EV800 is 20 bucks more, im saving money up for the Fatshark HD V2 www.banggood.com/search/goggles-fpv.html?p=J031143423240201512X

[@T.RockTx]

Does it work with wi-fi video drones? Does it work with Dji lightbridge video?

[@Painless360]

+Ted Rockwell this is 5.8ghz standard fpv based kit. Wifi is normally for tablets /phones and we don't use any DJI tech on this channel. Best of luck!

[@flymoon24]

Antenna with SMA male plug also for camera Vtx?

[@Painless360]

Check on the image of the piece you need to connect to. I tend to use SMA Male on all of the antennas here..

[@lilbigmike8945]

So for the second list if you get the screen you dont need the googles?

[@Painless360]

+LilBig Mike you can use either. I am about to release an updated version of this video in a couple of weeks looking at the latest technology.

[@gamerpaddy]

my fpv isnt quite working. I got the old quanum goggles (just display + black foam) rd40 40ch diversity RX 2x DYS mushroom antenna (not sure which exactly) and one 5.8ghz stick antenna on rx boscam 200mW 40ch TX and 25mW Stinger pro. (not at the same time) my signal i can find on a few channels (24 and 43 is strongest) but none of them is really stable. it comes and goes. no interferences while flying but unusable since the image vanishes constantly. also when wearing it on my head, i cant hold the remote up close. it seems like mx TX (fs-i6s) is interfering with the video RX. any ideas? dont want to spend a fortune again on stuff if i somehow get it to work.

[@Painless360]

+gamerpaddy not sure comma it could be a couple of things. Make sure that your antennas are ok and double check what band frequency is being used at each end. Best of luck

[@gamerpaddy]

i tried several channels / bands on the TX and switched trough them on RX, but none of them was useable. i now try a quanum auto-scan receiver, maybe this will work better. last resort is a cyclops

[@OneTwo-wt8qv]

Quanum, Aomway, Eachine all companies I check to see if they cover what I want and how.I have Eachine transmitters and there solid. The Aomway antenna are amazing. I have the V2 Pros. I love the neat ingenuity, there is always something I see and go WOW thats neat looking for something else. They make their products better, my wishlist are full of products from these guys. Im a little past this but it confirmed Im on the right track and have really good solid equipment. Onward and Up ward. Thankyou.

[@eraycanli]

not budget...

[@coldsun1]

im planning on outfitting my drone that i built from your video with fpv gear. I don't want to buy all these parts and then find out that they are all outdated or overly expensive since this video is a year old. Is there any newer parts that you would recommend or is this video still relevant?

[@Painless360]

+ElectronicSwordfish I'll be making an updated version of the video next month. Until then I would check out the reviews of the latest kit in the fpv playlist. Happy flying!

[@coldsun1]

Ok i've looked around and i've found the following parts. Do you think they will work together and/or am i missing anything? Note im working with the dubai 210 kit you made a guide about. (Quad build series 1) www.banggood.com/Eachine-VR-D2-Pro-Upgraded-5-Inches-800480-40CH-5_8G-Diversity-FPV-Goggles-with-DVR-Lens-Adjustable-p-1137808.html?rmmds=search www.banggood.com/Eachine-700TVL-13-Cmos-FPV-160-Degree-Camera-w32CH-Transmission-p-970051.html www.banggood.com/Foxeer-5_8G-3dBi-TXRX-RHCP-Omni-FPV-Antenna-RP-SMASMA-p-1069903.html?rmmds=search

[@djquadhd5953]

will RPSMA connect to SMA like your receiver is SMA and your transmitter is RPSMA? please anwer

[@Painless360]

If you google that question and look at the images you'll have the answer. Best of luck!

[@djquadhd5953]

thanks Lee!

[@collinjones6399]

Where can I get the stl file for the shroud?

[@Painless360]

Most of the things we design are shared on Thingiverse..

[@okigottopee3154]

hi painless im just wondering how to power the AOMWAY Camera and Vtx all in one without supplying a battery straight to it. im planning on sticking it on the front of my quadcopter. can i power it through my pdb somehow? im using a standard maktec pdb. thanks for any help

[@Painless360]

I'd suggest watching the 'Quadcopter Building for beginners', series 1 and 2 as we cover this in some detail in there. If the VTx wants 12v then you can pop it onto the power outputs on the PDB, or most PDBs now have a 12v set of pins that can be handy if you want to run 4s.. Happy flying!

[@okigottopee3154]

Painless360 thanks a lot for the help!

[@woofbark4475]

Does the quanum cyclops plug into the eachine LCD 5802D or is this not recommended for being able to record the fpv? Or will the quanum v2 be the best solution for achieving the recording? Maybe an issue but it was not mentioned as this was not the reviews focus.

[@Painless360]

+Woof Bark there are small seperate DVR units that can be used for recording, they are not expensive either. See some covered in the FPV playlist.. Best of luck!

[@flymoon24]

Hi, I take it you would order antennas with SMA male plugs for the Quanum Cyclops?

[@Painless360]

Yep, same as most FatShark and similar.. Best of luck!

[@velosovels5654]

Hi sir! What range would i get with the first setup? Ty!

[@Painless360]

Depends on a lot of factors but I'd suggest planning to get about 400-500ft from a 25mw transmitter and 1500ft from a 200mw Tx.. Best of luck!

[@DashzRight]

Thank you so much for the video. Still waiting more fatshark alternatives , they seem to be very hard and expensive to develop since there are not low cost "fatshark like" goggles in the market.

[@Painless360]

If you are waiting for small, lightweight low profile cheap googles then the industry isn't there yet but FatShark is working with others now to improve the quality of the optics and features and help reduce size on the clamshells.. Happy flying!

[@iawnskicrew1195]

aomway vtx integrated 700tvl...what battery would u use for this

[@Painless360]

I normally run it from the flight battery. If not then you only need a 300-500mAh 3S pack for flights.. Best of luck!

[@iawnskicrew1195]

thanks for the reply do you use the flight batterys balance lead for this ?,

[@Painless360]

Sometimes, mostly on planes. I tend to wire a spare JST lead into the PDB on a multirotors for use later for lights/FPV gear so it's a case of simply plugging it in.. Happy flying!

[@iawnskicrew1195]

cheers thanks for the reply

[@gibson097]

Thank you very well presented clear concise and informative. Very much going to follow your advice with these setups and venture into FPV. Cheers Nick

[@Painless360]

Thanks for the feedback, happy flying!

[@rallyburnzsimracing8571]

is this compatable with boscam rc832 reciever...please

[@Painless360]

+Trance Bynature should be, I've not tested it though. It used to be that some receivers struggled with ImmersionRC transmitters but I have not seen that for a while.. Best of luck!

[@AlexCastignani]

thanks a lot for this update!! i agree with it!!

[@Fishingforpredators]

many thanks

[@Nr3all]

Bitly links have died :-(

[@Painless360]

See the comment in the brackets in the description ;)

[@Nr3all]

Aah, gotya! Thanks

[@alfredzianini9217]

oh well, I just got dom v3

[@trevorc6793]

Thank you so much for the update. Very much appreciated Sir :)

[@danielauen7790]

huh, all i want to do is connect my(dont have yet) tiny whoop to my 60" DLP tv.

[@randylachman5273]

budget yay

[@dodpoosixparadoxx8976]

what kind of batteries do you recommend for the transmitter and receiver?

[@Painless360]

+DodpooSIX Paradoxx we usually run the transmitter from the balanced tap of the flight battery and a small 2s or 3s lipo battery for the receiver. See the review videos of the products for more detail..