How to FIX BAD Range - FCC Hack VS DJI Ocusync 4 Signal Test

[@GAVINHR]

If you want to explore the Drone Tweaks app Click here : www.drone-tweaks.com/?ref=zwrrk6mh

[@peterprice8393]

Gavin could you have make the flight with waypoints so multiple flights would be the same .

[@michaelkosinski5671]

Hey Gavin thank you for doing this test and video. Can you do a drone tweaks FCC test on the Mini 3 Pro please? Only ask because the Mini 3 Pro with RC is probably considered to have the reputation of having horrible signal.

[@fcava-ti7mb]

Hi Gavin, I appreciate your very clear technical explanation, knowledge and delivery. Very few of the other channels understand the technical differences with regards to FCC and CE modes and corresponding frequencies and power levels and the effects of different terrains/environments.

[@GAVINHR]

Hi, thank you for watching, I very much appreciate appreciate that, I could have made a more basic video and just cut to the tests rather than spending 12 hours scripting and editing but I wanted to make the right video to explain how it all works. Thanks for the kind words

[@fcava-ti7mb]

@@GAVINHR You are very welcome

[@dronewheeler9768]

Awesome test - I even learned a thing or two

[@GAVINHR]

That’s the aim! Thank you for watching

[@A-S-4-U]

Hi my friend help please if you can .. When im flying my controller always goes back to ago fly screen 2 or 3 times ?? why is this please. it's very concerning!! many thanks if you can help.

[@Luke-xe4dh]

Does this trick work for the the mini 3 with the remote with the screen? Great video 👍

[@Θωμάς-Ακριβός]

every time I fly should I do this procedure?

[@andrewstennett3186]

Great video and very interesting indeed as a mini 2 owner and frequent flyer. Thanks for doing this vidoe pal.

[@maddyd7640]

Hey Gazzzassss, supadupa vidills, my conundrum is i have a mini 3pro, and the FREE FCC HACK from Gil, that you input through the bottom of the rcn1. If i get the mini 4, I'll be ce, and i can't afford the drone tweaks annual fee, as I'm a destitute pensioner, because i waste all my pension on drones. So, is the mini 4 on ce as good as the mini 3 on fcc? Ce doesn't even give 300m, as you show, so i have to use fcc at all costs. So, mini 4 on ce gets what range????, because mini 3 on fcc gets almost 3km in busy areas.

[@Teflonfilmare]

Enables waypoint missions even when signal lost between AC and RC luckily 😂

[@ptaylor5014]

This test is awesome Gavin, thank you for doing this 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@marcnicolaisen1]

Great video thank you. I live in Europe and would very much like to get the fcc app, but i have the build in screen controller. Is there a way for me to get it ?

[@GAVINHR]

Yes it works with the screen controller but you will also need a mobile phone, the developer gives instructions

[@FR-PL-UA-WARSZAWA]

Hi Gavin! I confirm that mirrors and yagis antennas don't really improve the range of my DJI MINI SE. What about Drone Hacks FCC offer? Unfortunately, Drone Tweaks seems not to work on Android. Am I right? What would you recommand as a range improver for my modest MINI SE? I had it for 2 years 1/2 and am not disappointed yet. I use it in Portugal and Poland more often than in France where I bought it from a DJI shop.

[@GAVINHR]

That’s very strange, where was you flying it and what channel? I’ve had the mavic mini (essentially the mini se) back in the day before VLOS 5km away with extenders.

[@DavidStatmanlondon]

When will DJI give us mini 3 pro users the mini 4's occu sync benefit? We can't use FCC in Europe

[@daniell7226]

Przy fcc mod w mini 2 powinno się używać tylko 5ghz? Czy 2.4 i 5ghz ?

[@azzabbooii112233]

Dji mini 3 and rc controller combo is not supported

[@dosstheboss100]

What should I do to my mini 3 pro gor better signal ?

[@Peakabike]

Great video, thanks! Just missing 2.4 runs in CE and FCC ;-)

[@mster8282]

How will they know if i am using fcc?

[@Kingdronevisual]

is permanent in the radio rcdji or evry fly you must do it this operation?

[@MarkBowenPiano]

Don't you just upload a blank text file with a certain name to the controller in order to get the FCC hack instead of needing some special application?

[@TECHDRONEMEDIA]

This was interesting- thanks for the info 😊

[@GAVINHR]

Thanks Henrik !

[@marcnicolaisen1]

Just sucks it only works on the mini 3 pro and not the mini 3 😢

[@GAVINHR]

@marcnicolaisen1 it will improve signal on the mini 3 aswell using the standard controller

[@marcnicolaisen1]

@@GAVINHR yeah by standard controller, i guess you meen the one without the build in screen. I have the not so amazing combination of a mini 3/build in screen controller. The way i understand it, that combination the fcc app does not work. Please correct me if i got it wrong……. I want to be wrong 🙂

[@GAVINHR]

@marcnicolaisen1 you are wrong! Haha if you check out the website he advises the tutorial how to get it working with the screen controller :)

[@MohamedAli-rp9fz]

Thanks Gavin ! Once again a nice video

[@Jimbo-in-Thailand]

As always... 👍👍 Gavin! OUCH according to this video I had it backwards. I erroneously thought only the FCC version included 5.2, not the CE version. It's no wonder my M4P does so well here in _CE drone HELL_ Thailand! Of course, amazing O4 is why I finally bit the bullet and grabbed an M4P late last year. It's too bad the Drone Tweaks app can't help my beloved old short-range CE Mini 1, still in perfect condition. Oh well.

[@lindsayheyes925]

Thanks Gavin, that was a very interesting and imaginative video. You are the god of drone testing.

[@GAVINHR]

Really appreciate the kind words here! hope you're doing well

[@mjordan812]

Are the frequency limitations hard coded into the firmware by region or are they dynamically enabled/disabled by the geo location? i.e., I'm a US based flier with the appropriate hardware/firmware/software for my location. If I go to Europe with my Mini 4 Pro will it automatically geld itself when it sees that I'm in Europe?

[@User-jr7vf]

That's what I also wanted to know. I bought a Mini 3 from China, it is being shipped right now and the seller says "CE certificate". I'm afraid this was a bad deal as the drone won't fly in FCC mode, which is allowed in my country.

[@AntonyCoast]

Thank you very much for the test, which I would say is very interesting.

[@thedivedeeper]

will the fcc be any good in canada flying my mini 4 pro

[@DavidSmith-uq4mj]

Hi the drone tweak app works on dji mini 3?

[@GAVINHR]

Yes it works on the mini 3 - indeed it’s a paid app but well worth it

[@ptaylor5014]

I did buy this hack about 18 months ago to use with the Mini 2 i had, but never got round to using it as i have good signal strength where i live, i now the the standard Mini 3 and the signal strength seems to be the same as the Mini 2, guess because they are both on the Ocusync 2.

[@johnnymac26]

no replacement for power eh? and its not about range its about keeping a good safe signal good work mate

[@GAVINHR]

Indeed mate!

[@louisebmedia]

Great video as always Gavin 🙌

[@GAVINHR]

Ohh Hi! hope you're well, Glad you enjoyed it a LOT of work went into this haha

[@louisebmedia]

@@GAVINHR heya I’m great thank you! Hope you’re well too? Ayy I did thank you! I can see! 👌🏻

[@ankitroy7568]

is your drone updated to the latest firmware ? if yes, then why is it showing "N" mode at the top left since in the newer firmware there is a bug which shows it to be "P" mode.

[@GAVINHR]

The bug only affects the DJI RC2 screen controller, they fixed it for the RC1 but not the RC2 yet however I am not a huge fan of the screen controller so I use the RC-N1 with my iPhone for my videos

[@jimthorleydronefootage]

Couldn't agree more gavin its the reason I got the mini 4 pro at launch. I was pretty disappointed with the mini 3 pro signal, and even in the ce mode, I find the mini 4 pro much better for signal if only the mavic 3 had ocusync 4. But fcc from drone tweeks would certainly help if you're experiencing signal issues 👍

[@GAVINHR]

Makes a huge difference! Thanks for watching as always

[@kennethrich2107]

VERY interesting my friend. Well done as always.

[@GAVINHR]

Thank you !

[@johnshaw8013]

So where is the O4 FCC hack and when?

[@HenkWijga]

Sinds a latest update, the FCC hack don't works anymore. The app closes direct after starting. It is a scam.

[@hugeinjapan4635]

As with engines, where there's no replacement for displacement, so goes a stronger signal.

[@GAVINHR]

Yep 👍

[@alibababashir]

Does FCC use more battery?

[@GAVINHR]

No not at all

[@daz51173]

I have a mini 2, when I select transmission can I select either 2.4 or 5ghz independently or will it automatically use auto?

[@GAVINHR]

On a mini 2 you can select or leave it in dual band where the drone will do its thing

[@daz51173]

@@GAVINHR just got the fcc app off drone tweaks c how that goes

[@GAVINHR]

Good choice 👍

[@davidharle952]

Thanks Gavin, I would like to use it but heard penalties are quite severe if caught.

[@GAVINHR]

I’m not suggesting anybody breaks the OFCOM regulations David however I am unsure how you would get caught unless you was performing some form of other illegal activity to draw attention to yourself. There is no trace to say that you was using the higher power.

[@davidharle952]

@@GAVINHR You're right, I think I'm getting paranoid in my old age. When you fly your, Mini 4 Pro what setting do you use H264 or 265 and what is the difference? Thanks.

[@GAVINHR]

It’s just down to compatibility David I leave mine in 264, I doubt anybody reading these comments would believe this but I have only ever used this app twice, first test I completed on the mini 2 with my android phone then I had to purchase it again to make this video - whist I don’t use it itself I wanted to test which was the better signal but certainly beyond that and sticking to the rules of course is important nobody unless they knew what to look for on your transmission tab there would be no question.

[@leadsled213]

​@@GAVINHRRumor has it that the BBC vans that detect your unlicensed TV will be used to detect FCC drones...

[@WeretheRoberts]

You nailed it, man... Awesome demo... Mini 2 rules!!!! lol oh, and USA!

[@GAVINHR]

Haha 100% when it comes to signal!

[@Teflonfilmare]

The One and only trick pony on DTFCC, -tada- it's a Travel Agency only on stock DJI Fly app setting your mobile device as if it's in the north Americas. Voilà ♥️

[@amoktimeflies]

Great l, informative vid as usual, Gav - thanks!

[@GAVINHR]

Thank you !

[@danjor_droneitsme6874]

Which samsung you got,i do know S21 android 14 been informed is ok

[@GAVINHR]

Hi, I’m using the iOS app for this test

[@danjor_droneitsme6874]

​@@GAVINHRyeah sorry i posted comment in wrong place

[@SGSAutomotive]

What are the actual reason for giving us lower power. I’m guessing somebody making decisions has no idea on the product/use as usual

[@dronehawk]

Nanny State politics

[@daz51173]

Is this software legal in the uk or do you have to get permission off the caa?

[@GAVINHR]

The CAA are not the UK regulator it is OFCOM

[@daz51173]

@GAVINHR do you need to get permission off OFCOM then?

[@achristofides]

Not legal in the UK to use FCC hacks..

[@daniell7226]

I co teraz

[@187Killerbee]

Drone-Tweaks FCC hack doesn't support Remote ID (EU) and may not be compatible with your Android 14 device. Just a heads up! 😉😉

[@GAVINHR]

They actually have a version optimised for RID :)

[@fpvsparky]

@@GAVINHR Which stops it transmitting RID

[@kostas_TT]

I bye recently and I'm wait the android 14 update almost one month now

[@garylinnane917]

Didn't 2 guys in the UK end up in court for changing their drones to fcc not long ago 😮

[@GAVINHR]

I believe the main issue was they was doing something else wrong which is what they were done for

[@GAVINHR]

I know… they were done for something else which was the initial issue but that wouldn’t make a headline :)

[@GAVINHR]

I didn’t say it wasn’t illegal, but it’s undetectable. It’s a modified version of the official app, unless you admitted to using it nobody would know. Well, other than the fact you probably had a safer flight with less chance of losing control of it

[@johnnymac26]

@@GAVINHR spot on

[@GAVINHR]

I guess the other guy deleted the link mate

[@kristofeight9668]

Unfortunately FCC hack doesn't work with android 14, the worst thing is, android 15 is behind the corner

[@fpvsparky]

Do you have a Ham licence?

[@GAVINHR]

No a HAM licence wouldn't cover this

[@reginaldverasmus1656]

I have a FCC hack that is a temporary fix. In other words I have to load it to the RC every time it is switched on. It is loaded via the charge port of the RC from a cell phone using otg port settings and a high power type c cable.

[@LISTEDGames]

Which drone you using? is it the mavic air fcc apk ?

[@reginaldverasmus1656]

@@LISTEDGames for all drones using DJI fly app

[@reginaldverasmus1656]

@@LISTEDGames currently using it on mini2 and air2s

[@basretie5179]

@@reginaldverasmus1656 Could you share that hack ?

[@User-jr7vf]

@@reginaldverasmus1656 Hi can you share the hack?

[@nickh2373]

Hi Gav, it doesn't work on Android 14

[@Eisengras]

You just need a older Cellphone for switch the RC2 to FCC via Bluetooth.

[@paulsuilven]

Mini 3 in FCC to complete the set.

[@crowguy506]

That would require testing it with all available controllers too.

[@philldownes8685]

Good test test and video as usual..... but forgot to tell people its illegal to use drone tweaks in the uk ............stupid that we are not allowed the fcc as it is a much safer system..

[@GAVINHR]

Hi :) you may have missed it but yes I certainly did say that using it may be in breach of local laws and regulations

[@daz51173]

That drone price is a bit steep, do you have any promo codes

[@GAVINHR]

No promo codes unfortunately, this app is much more valuable than ND filters that people spend a lot of money on it has to be said

[@spyke7uk]

NB: Android 14 is currently not supported.

[@Teflonfilmare]

However some A14 builds are. Furthermore u're fully entitled to set FCC mode in aircraft from another mobile device supporting DTFCC wrapper app while turn Quicktransfer mode on off. Voilà ♥️

[@paolopicchel653]

The signal powers in Europe are ridiculous, and then they talk so much about security 😕🙄. Many thanks.

[@GAVINHR]

100% agree, better to have a safe flight in my opinion by having full control

[@neromana2]

​@@GAVINHRagree who the hell thought this is a good idea to lower the wifi power for safety reasons, They creating a safety reason not preventing.

[@DavidSmith-uq4mj]

The tweak is not free , cost upward to 60$....

[@jovancalic4913]

37 for ios 25 for android, that’s hella cheap if it works….

[@GAVINHR]

@jovancalic4913 it most certainly does 👍

[@User-jr7vf]

@@jovancalic4913 per year

[@squaddingquads]

The problem with using fcc in the UK is it's Illigal, 2 pilots have already been charged with using FCC, it's wrong imho, as a stronger signal gives us a safer flight, it's a shame the UK authorities can't be pragmatic

[@User-jr7vf]

It must be very boring living in the UK or the US with all the senseless regulations. I prefer living in a "third world country" which gives me more freedom in my everyday hobbies.

[@squaddingquads]

@@User-jr7vf I'm glad you prefer living in your own country, whatever that may be, the UK weather and over regulation does make it one hell of a frustrating country at times for being a Drone pilot

[@snaducca]

👍 2:01 - 2:04 Helsinki city

[@urbexgamma]

Dont use the dronetweaks software, rumors said they send your dji login secretly to ther server

[@GAVINHR]

Good job it’s only a rumour!

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

Know that all phones don't work with this. My Android Samsung did not accept the needed file. Somehow I got it into the Pc and customer service stepped in, but gave up when the instructions were too complicated here. Money spent, nothing gained.

[@GAVINHR]

If you message them if there is a compatibility issue they will refund you

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

@@GAVINHR Thanks! I'll try that.

[@danjor_droneitsme6874]

I been informed it works fine using Samsung S21 and android 14.Samsung S22,23 and 24 no go as of yet

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

@@danjor_droneitsme6874 Thanks but my Galaxy J3 didn't manage. It's not the most modern model.

[@danjor_droneitsme6874]

​@@Stefan_Boerjesson Thats a shame hope you get it sorted

[@lukefoxwell]

Seem crazy the the EU would want us to use an inferior signal type, surely it's more dangerous this way round

[@GAVINHR]

This is exactly my point

[@w.e.s.]

Oh American users get all yall get and alot more. We have all 3 bands dude I figured it out by myself the week I got my air 3

[@GAVINHR]

US users don’t the 5.2

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

😎😎

[@DirtyBird]

I feel for pilots in CE regions. CE sucks!

[@alexalex5257]

dude, are you serious??? FCC is the power , ocusync the technology. ocusync is the technology and fcc/ce are the standarts of power and thats it. you cant compare them because they are the same thing! you have a lot still to learn, change the name of the video, it dosnt make sense

[@GAVINHR]

Wrong.imagine how silly you look telling me I had a lot to learn when your statement is incorrect? Maybe you should watch it you may end up educated

[@alexalex5257]

@@GAVINHR you are incorrect. You are comparing ocusync to FCC, WHEN THE CORRECT THING IS TO COMPARE FCC TO CE!!!

[@GAVINHR]

@alexalex5257 FCC compared with CE isn’t possible on the mini 4 pro because of the extra 5.2ghz band CE users get that the FCC users don’t so it’s not an equal test, if I was comparing the CE to FCC I’d of used an O3 drone where the only difference was the output - you finally making sense of this now yeah? So yes, comparing ocusync 4 CE levels - explained in the video if you had watched it which has been made clear to everybody that has to FCC O4 with the drone tweaks app which does NOT have 5.2 frequency is the correct description of the video.

[@edicionnovum4092]

All drone from DJI Said 5 to 15 km and anyone can fly more than 1km. Bullshit all of this DJI SHIT!

[@JohnSmith-kn2di]

Every drone I've owned I've always used fcc I wouldn't even buy a drone if there wasn't a fcc patch We get robbed why other countries have there freedom Not juat talking about drones everything what comes to uk and other countries is always dialed down