How to use the DJI FPV Radio with FPV Flight Simulators - December Update

[@worldfromtheair]

After 5 years of flying DJI drones and being licensed to do so, I thought I would also take the opportunity to try FPV drones, wow! is it so completely different! After a couple of flights today I've already decided to spend the next 100 or so on a FPV simulator and managed to get DJI digital system remote working with Liftoff after seeing this video :)

[@5zero7RC]

Yep, FPV is a whole different world. It takes a bit of time to get the hang of it, but it is very much worth the effort. Good luck!

[@KyleLi]

I got it working! Make sure you update & use a usb-c to usb-c or a usb-c to usb (regular one, both work i've tested even with magnetic cables). Once you have it updated, even if in devices it says that drivers aren't found, make sure you open something like liftoff and then CALIBRATE. There wont be any input at the start, but select HID INTERFACE (not USB-HID keyboard) and calibrate using that. Spin your sticks and see if there is any input signal (YOU MUST CALIBRATE FIRST). This was driving me mad only seeing HID Interface and USB-HID keyboard. For some weird reason it said it detected pigeon when I first plugged in, but it gets identified as that HID interface name.

[@AtortAerials]

I just got my DJI FPV remote with Liftoff today and man it is SOOOOO hard to fly!!!! lol I feel like I just started to fly drones all over again today. Praying it gets easier and better.

[@5zero7RC]

It does get better. Keep at it. I also highly recommend following this tutorial from Joshua Bardwell. Does not have to be on the same simulator, any sim will work, just try to follow along. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWqUdWiajZx_gck

[@wesleykoo]

We also just got the DJI FPV remote today! Ha ha

[@AtortAerials]

@@wesleykoo cheers!

[@MyloMusica]

It doesn't detect my Mavic air 1 RC. Do i need to download a driver?

[@fygh8767]

Hi, I just bought a DJI controller to connect it to my Mac, as indicated in the video, but when it comes to calibrate the Controller, no YAW is detected during the calibration, no channel for the yaw! This is with the USBC cable connection to my Mac as shown in this video. Has this issue been encountered by anyone please? Could it be a bad controller, brand new from DJI!?!?

[@5zero7RC]

That seems very strange. Have you tried more than one simulator? There are at least a couple free ones you can try just to make sure it is not unique to the sim you are using. I assume you don't yet have the DJI FPV goggles to go with the radio? If you did, you could check the sticks in the menu of the goggles.

[@raqraiz]

I have this same problem and can't seem to find the solution anywhere. I did try connecting it to my drone and goggles and it works. Is there a reason why the radio won't connect with a Mac? I have also tried a variation of different cords including the one that came with the drone and usbc to usbc. Any helpful tips will be helpful.

[@emmakay5905]

Anyone know if this works on Zepher? DJI P4P V2.0 controller? (Looking for instructional/practice, not racing)

[@5zero7RC]

You could try to install a free simulator like the Curry Kitten FPV sim, plug in your controller, and see if it works. However even if it does, it won't be ideal because FPV controllers don't have a centering spring on the throttle. If you do want to practice flying FPV in a simulator, consider getting a $39 BetaFPV LiteRadio 2.

[@emmakay5905]

@@5zero7RC ​ @5zero7 RC thanks for getting back to me! I'm in Canada, so I need to do an in-person practical exam to get my license (not just a written test like in the US). Flying FPV isn't legal here; need to fly manual VLOS for the exam. DJI has a sim, but can't find an activation key / keygen. Are there any other non-FPV sims?

[@5zero7RC]

@@emmakay5905 I know most FPV simulators let you change your camera view to a line of sight (LOS) mode. But it can be really hard to fly that way in a simulator. Pretty sure the Curry Kitten one gives you two LOS views, one as you would expect, and one zoomed in so you can see the drone better. I'm sure that won't be as good as the DJI simulator, but it might work ok.

[@emmakay5905]

@@5zero7RC thanks. I'll give it a try.

[@Mulvey_]

Thank you for this upload much appreciated 👏🏼

[@raqraiz]

Hi, I have a similar problem as FYG H here in the comments "I just bought a DJI controller to connect it to my Mac, as indicated in the video, but when it comes to calibrate the Controller, no YAW is detected during the calibration, no channel for the yaw! This is with the USBC cable connectionto my Mac as shown in this video." For me I have no radio connection at all! I tried connecting my radio to my drone and my goggles and it works. Is there a reason why the radio won't connect with a Mac? I have also tried a variation of different cords including the one that came with the drone and usbc to usbc. Any helpful tips will be appreciated.

[@5zero7RC]

Have you updated the radio to the latest firmware? If you have the square shaped v1 radio on the original firmware, it won't work as a joystick on the computer until you upgrade the firmware.

[@projectjive2875]

Can u make a video how to fly dji fpv drone start up till land it please. Thanks in advance.🙏🏻😊

[@renanqueiroz2550]

work mavic 2 remote controller?

[@5zero7RC]

I don't think the Mavic 2 controller will work with these flight simulators. However if anyone has done so, please let me know.

[@Gaet502]

Hello bro !!! I have an issue it’s all working fine but there is latency in liftoff, compared to my old x9d it’s like there is a little latency when I’m flying in liftoff.... it’s like jerky... maybe my UBS C which come from a bad store ?? I don’t know .. any idea ? Thanks a lot and I did the last firmware :(

[@5zero7RC]

I have not noticed anything like that. Anyone else see any latency issue with the DJI radio connected over USB?

[@ZibiUK]

I have the same problem! My Frsky works much better (smoother). To get similar experience on Dji controller I have to use PPM cable.

[@5zero7RC]

@@ItsBlunty Hopefully someone finds a cure for that issue since it does not appear to affect everyone.

[@5zero7RC]

Looks like the update from DJI today has a fix for the latency you were seeing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJC5aoWehq6cppY

[@ibrahimalrabiah1179]

Nice video, could you let us know which settings you are used in the liftoff- graphics specially- mine mac book pro 2017 but always have graphic issues warning, sobi used velocidrone instead

[@5zero7RC]

You might want to give the Curry Kitten FPV sim a try. It works well with older Mac computers. I have a 16" Mac Book Pro from 2019 with the top end graphics and it does struggle with Liftoff at times.

[@YourRide]

Hi! Is it possible to use DJI Ronon-M controller with FPV simulator?

[@5zero7RC]

I don't think so, but it should be easy to try. Connect the controller to a computer and see if it shows up as a joystick. You can download one of the free sims as a test.

[@HuntAndFishExchange]

Are there any Dongles out there so I don't have to connect with a USB cable?

[@5zero7RC]

It is possible to use a Betaflight Flight Controller as a "dongle" to allow you to be wireless from the radio to your computer, but you will have to find a way to keep everything cool while you are playing the sim. This JB video explains how that is done... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rabSk62lrLGZoJI

[@AlvisChuiVisuals]

Is it possible to connect phantom 4 controller on this app?

[@5zero7RC]

I'm not sure. If you can connect it to your computer and have it show up as a joystick on the computer, then it might work. I have heard mixed things about it working or not. You would probably be better off getting something like the $39 BetaFPV LIte Radio2 and use that in a simulator if you want to practice flying FPV.

[@itsmesushant1818]

Is liftoff available on android play store

[@5zero7RC]

As far as I know, liftoff is only available on Steam for PC/MAC and for game consoles.

[@eleonorarispoli4678]

Ooooooh! How can I connect the controller of the dji fpv drone to Velocidrone? It doesn't work .. I turn on the controller, connect with usb-c to the Mac and press "assign controller", but nothing .. Help!

[@5zero7RC]

That should work fine. I have used the DJI FPV radio with LiftOff and other simulators just fine. Have you tried using a USB-C to USB-A cable instead of a USB-C to USB-C cable? For some reason DJI stuff does not seem to like USB-C to USB-C cables for me.

[@eleonorarispoli4678]

@@5zero7RC Thanks for the reply! I thought about it too .. I try to take the usb-c / usb-a cable provided in the dji fpv combo to connect the google with the phone and I'll update you, thanks for the suggestion!

[@eleonorarispoli4678]

@@5zero7RC It wooooorks!!!!!!! Thanks so much!! Here it is 2 am and I really enjoyed exercising! Thank you!🥳

[@5zero7RC]

@@eleonorarispoli4678 Awesome! Glad that worked for you. I might need to advertise that issue more.

[@eleonorarispoli4678]

@@5zero7RC I would like to attach a picture of the screen to make it clear, but when connecting the controller with the right cables it is as if Velocidrone has recognized the presence of a connected controller, but in reality the sticks don't move in the simulator and I can't really use it!

[@philipreyes7207]

Thanks for the vid. I'm a complete newb to the FPV world. Just purchased the DJI FPV system but no drone yet. I plan on connecting to a simulator first to get practice. That said, has anyone connected their DJI goggles to your MAC/PC for your simulator rides?

[@5zero7RC]

The DJI goggles don't have an HDMI input so there is no good way to use them with a simulator.

[@philipreyes7207]

that’s what i’ve been gathering from my research... i guess i’ll be getting the hdmi/av convertor and try to go about it that way

[@tenzinthinley4913]

@@philipreyes7207 did that ever work? and i'm also getting started on FPV drones

[@christophhaas5696]

@@tenzinthinley4913 same. Its so hard if you are new...

[@konzeptzwei]

thanks a lot for the video. a dumb question: you seem to have custom stick ends. where could i purchase those?

[@5zero7RC]

I do have custom stick ends. The ends I am using are from a different radio ( Turnigy Evolution ). I think you can buy stick ends at various FPV retailers such as getfpv.com that will work with this radio.

[@FPVSlice]

@@5zero7RC Do you know which thread size by any chance? :D I've been looking everywhere.. but can't find the thread size... should be m3 or m4

[@5zero7RC]

@@FPVSlice I want to say m3. I can take the nuts from my FC stack and thread them onto the radio sticks. Pretty sure those are m3. So if you have some m3 nuts around, test it out and see if they fit on the radio.

[@FPVSlice]

@@5zero7RC thank you very much! I’l check it out.

[@johnnieflyguy]

Helllo. I just bought liftoff and I have the dji fpv remote. Same as video you made. I'm having trouble getting the sim to recognize it? Any ideas? Thanks

[@5zero7RC]

Have you updated the radio with the latest DJI firmware? It won't work over the USB port as a joystick if it has not been updated.

[@johnnieflyguy]

@@5zero7RC thank you I will do that next and report back

[@johnnieflyguy]

@@5zero7RC we did it! I'm all in. You were right! Thank you

[@yensysaerialimaging3523]

thanks for the simple instructions. I am getting ready to set mine up but quick question, is it possible to invert the ascend and descend stick? (pull down to lift, ?) thanks again

[@5zero7RC]

I believe it is possible, but I highly discourage it. It is much better to learn with the sticks in the standard mode 2 setup as you will find a lot more support that way. Also most of the people I have heard from that fly any other stick configuration regret it because they can’t fly their friends setups. And once you learn, it is very hard to switch.

[@yensysaerialimaging3523]

@@5zero7RC gotcha... thing is I fly all my mavic and other drones inverted lol. I'm special lolol

[@louism.brindle7466]

Would this work with the Phantom 4 controller? I really want to play a sim, can't find a cheap option to get started and have a Phantom 4 controller collecting dust!

[@5zero7RC]

I don't have one so I can't test it and the DJI forums seem to give inconsistent information about it working or not.

[@mustafakaracam9590]

Hello. Could you connect with phantom 4 controller

[@emil716]

Works the controller on the DCL Drone simulator?

[@5zero7RC]

I have not personally tried the DCL simulator, but I believe it will work.

[@TatsuM]

it cant detect my controller? ive tried over 4 cables type c to type c, even the USB A to c in the box

[@5zero7RC]

That's really strange. I have not heard of anyone else having that problem. Are you running the latest firmware on the radio? The original firmware it came with can't be used as a controller in flight simulators, but the more recent ones added that feature.

[@chrisalexander2478]

Im having the same problem. My games dont see it.

[@5zero7RC]

@@chrisalexander2478 Are you sure your radio is on the latest firmware? Version v01.00.05.00? Anyone else have this problem and find a solution to it? Maybe try other USB cables?

[@chrisalexander2478]

@@5zero7RC Yup I have the latest and I have tried 2 different cables. The PC sees it. It just isnt using it where the game can see it. Im thinking it is in the libusb driver or something. Had a similar problem with my Jumper T16 last fall when I ran it. I had to roll back a driver to get it to function. Maybe I need to roll it forward again to get the DJI to function... :P

[@christophhaas5696]

@@chrisalexander2478 did it work?

[@colmanoceanracing]

Thanks for this. I just bought the controller on the strength of your video. Given that I bought it in 2021, I thought that it would ship with compatible firmware, but I had to update it with the DJI assistant software. Now it works great!

[@ange1042]

would a simple usd to usb C cable work with this remote?

[@5zero7RC]

Yes, that is what I use. The same cable you use to do firmware updates can be used for the flight simulator.

[@thalovedoctor6735]

wrong. a usb to usb-c does not work. Its really frustrating for those that do not have a usb-c port on their pc

[@ange1042]

@@thalovedoctor6735 that's crap any idea to get around?

[@thalovedoctor6735]

@@ange1042 nope. in fact i just bought a usb c to usb c cable and a new pc laptop with a usb c port and stll no luck. fml

[@ange1042]

@@thalovedoctor6735 WTF....

[@adronemedia]

Is this also working with a macOS Monterey M1 machine?

[@5zero7RC]

I have not tried on an M1 Mac yet. I have not heard of anyone having issues though.

[@adronemedia]

@@5zero7RC okay, i just had massive trouble with the v2 remote (from the FPV set), thanks anyhow for the quick response

[@5zero7RC]

@@adronemedia Have you tried using a USB-A cable instead of a USB-C to USB-C cable? kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ2nk2OKrd6DgMk

[@larsschroder4797]

Hi! I have a macbook air from 2019. Can i download and play one of these simulators without any issues?

[@5zero7RC]

You should be able run a sim ok. You will probably have to fiddle with the settings to get it to run smooth. The curry kitten fpv sim should run fine. It runs on much older computers.

[@larsschroder4797]

@@5zero7RC Thanks, appreciate your answer!

[@larsschroder4797]

I have now downloaded velocidrone and it works fine on my MacBook Air. Velocidrone change the settings automatically to match the computer. (If someone with an air wants to try)

[@5zero7RC]

@@larsschroder4797 Thanks for sharing!

[@whereishayes]

Does that works with the Mavic Pro 1 Controller too? I really need thaaaaaat

[@5zero7RC]

I looked into that a little and I'm still not sure. According to the DJI forums some people say it works and others say it does not. I don't have one so I can't confirm either way.

[@CaptainCarnag]

I'm using Windows, Liftoff doesn't recognize that the controller is there at all with USB. :(

[@5zero7RC]

Humm, I might have to try and look into that some more. I assume you have done the driver fix discussed in this Joshua Bardwell video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJyZk52JabV4jas

[@Tvcaniel]

Can you link the cable you used to connect your controller to your Mac!

[@5zero7RC]

I think the cable I am using came with the radio, though I'm not completely sure. It is a USB-C to USB-C cable as my Mac only has USB-C ports. Whatever cable you use to update the firmware on the radio should also work for the simulators.

[@crosryder3612]

whenever I am trying to Calibrate this controller it is showing an error that all stick not in the center axis. anyone face the same problem?

[@5zero7RC]

No, I have not noticed that issue. You are manually moving the throttle stick up into the middle position right? Because it does not go there automatically like the other stick.

[@crosryder3612]

@@5zero7RC I'm just rotating than keeping back to original position but not working

[@5zero7RC]

@@crosryder3612 If you are calibrating in the sim, you need to move the throttle up to the middle position before you start calibration.

[@crosryder3612]

@@5zero7RC can I get your Instagram please. It would be great if you can help me

[@crosryder3612]

@@5zero7RC i kept throttle in Center and after calibration kept at bottom or center too but got same error that " problems centering your sticks "

[@shilomccoy7754]

Is there any way to do this wirelessly?

[@5zero7RC]

Yes, sort of. You can put your flight controller into a mode where it shows up as a joystick on your computer over the usb cable. But to do this you need the DJI air unit powered up, which will generate a lot of heat. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rabSk62lrLGZoJI

[@jamesflorance5393]

damn what about fpv air 2?

[@5zero7RC]

I assume the DJI radio will work with that sim as well. As long as it can detect the radio as a joystick on your computer, it should work. I have never tried FPV Air 2 though.

[@jamesflorance5393]

5zero7 RC it detects it but the callibrating is super wonky not sure i get it

[@JTGFilmsOfficial]

will this work with dcl or how do you do it cause i connect it and my computer sees it but dcl doesnt fix?

[@5zero7RC]

I have not tried the DCL simulator so I can't comment on that, but I would assume it would work. Perhaps try downloading the free Curry Kitten simulator as I know that one works with the DJI FPV radio. If that one does not work, then you might have some sort of driver issue. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5Wsqa2GpKulp6s

[@JTGFilmsOfficial]

@@5zero7RC ok thanks I'll try that

[@christophhaas5696]

@@JTGFilmsOfficial dit it work?

[@obytuary12]

Is this work for dji phantom 3 controller?

[@5zero7RC]

I don't think it works automatically, but this old KZbin video suggests that there might be a way to make it work. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5XZi4Sim550p68

[@MrChippzilla8]

Where is the update

[@5zero7RC]

To get the update, start the DJI Assistant 2 ( FPV Edition ) on your computer. You should have already used it to register the components. After you start that program connect the radio with a usb cable and it should show up. Then you can click on it to update it.

[@mosephina]

Hi...Were you able to get your DJI FPV controller to work with CurryKitten FPV?

[@5zero7RC]

Yes, the DJI FPV radio controller will work with the Curry Kitten FPV Simulator.

[@mosephina]

@@5zero7RC thank you...is there anything special about your usb-c to usb-c such as thunderbolt 3, or any usb-c will work?

[@5zero7RC]

I assume any usb-c cable will work, though I have only tried a couple of them.

[@mosephina]

@@5zero7RC finally got CurryKitten to recognize the DJI Controller. Stick calibration isn't going well. Any advice?

[@5zero7RC]

@@mosephina For me, I first had to do the DJI radio calibration within the goggles, pressing firmly in all directions. Then the calibration in the sim worked as expected.

[@colewould6917]

Is there a way to connect the goggles too?

[@5zero7RC]

Not really. You could take an HDMI output from a computer and run it through an HDMI to composite converter and then connect that to the AV input on the goggles, but there is no way to get a high resolution digital signal into the goggles today.

[@alanestes6784]

Anyone know what simulators will also work with an old MacBook Pro (Late 2011)?

[@5zero7RC]

I'm not sure if it will work well or not, but there is some chance you could get the free Curry Kitten simulator to work well enough. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKTNfKtoa5eNeLs

[@alanestes6784]

@@5zero7RC Great, now I just need to get my MacBook pro to recognize the controller.

[@marjanpircher5951]

Hello this works not with a Dji Mini 2 Controller or?

[@5zero7RC]

I don't have a DJI Mini 2 controller so I don't know. If you can connect the controller to your computer with a usb cable and have it show up like a joystick, it could work, but even then it will not be very good as an FPV radio because an FPV radio does not have a spring in the throttle stick.

[@marjanpircher5951]

@@5zero7RC i can connect it to the pc but it says no driver can be installed so it makes the windows connect noises but nothing more😅

[@jaywalker_92]

Hey @Marjan Pircher have you figured this out?

[@marjanpircher5951]

@@jaywalker_92 it didnt worked, it works with ps4 controller

[@30gills]

Does the same wire charge the device?

[@5zero7RC]

Yes, the same USB cable charges the radio.

[@damndopey]

What are u using for ur red sticks?

[@5zero7RC]

I took the red stick ends off my Turnigy Evolution radio and put them on the DJI radio because I was used to them and like them a little better :)

[@jonesii2534]

Thanks for the video, got the same equipment, but when I start calibrating and move the right pitch forward first it recognises that I move forward then moving moving the pitch more forward it suddenly reacts as if I pull the pitch completely back, but actually I just move it fully forward... Is it the same with your controller? Or do you think it is a problem with the controller? Thanks in advance for reply

[@5zero7RC]

I did not notice that issue with Liftoff, however I have since been playing around with the Curry Kitten Quad Simulator and I have noticed that same issue with both sticks. So I don't think it is an issue with your radio.

[@JustePourVoirProd]

same for me did you find an issue ?

[@jonesii2534]

Juste Pour Voir no i didn’t find a way to avoid it in the flight simulator, but i do not have the problem with the real drone, I think it is something which we have to live with...

[@5zero7RC]

I have not found a solution to this issue yet, but I did just make a new video demonstrating it. Still searching for a fix. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJbTaHl8e85mrNU

[@airadaimagery692]

Can this be done with DRL?

[@5zero7RC]

As far as I know, yes, you can use the DJI FPV radio with DRL.

[@shenanigan3083]

Bummer it dont work on fpv free rider I have liftoff but my computer cant handle it and i find fpv free rider to feel most like the real thing 😥

[@5zero7RC]

It really won't work with fpv free rider for you? Seems strange. That is a bummer.

[@5zero7RC]

Ok, so I just launched the copy of FPV Freerider that I have on my Mac, connected the DJI radio, powered it on, then went through the calibration steps in FPV Freerider and was able to fly. Maybe it is different on a PC?

[@shenanigan3083]

@@5zero7RC it connects but when i go to calibrate the sticks are skipping and jumping at mid stick so quad just flips out

[@5zero7RC]

@@shenanigan3083 :( strange

[@jeromyboy1]

Does this work with my mavic mini controller? I wanna practice without buying a 300 dollar controller...

[@5zero7RC]

If the controller shows up as a joystick on your computer, it will work. There are free simulators you can download and try if you want. However the mavic mini controller won't be ideal as the left stick self centers and you don't want that for FPV. Perhaps look into the BetaFPV LiteRadio 2. It works with simulators and only costs $39.

[@shotbyarian]

thank you a lot! just updated and it works :)

[@choppergirl]

I love Liftoff, but the UI is horrid to try to operate from within the goggles. I can't read a d@mn thing on the screen and have to guess from memory. You're blind in teh dark trying to fumble around for your mouse and keyboard, and trying to do drop down menus where you don't where the button is or can't see the scroll bar or what level you are click on. I should make a video and shoot it to Lugi Studios, how bad it needs revamping. I know it looks pretty, but inside the goggles, it's dang near unusuable.

[@ag.page.]

Cooool ! Thanks

[@afilmbytim]

Thanks👍🏻

[@ultragoyim1270]

Sold! I’m starting off in this world. Was considering an frsky and doing all that shit...but i have a mac and i can purchase a top rank iflight drone on bg + the dji controller and get straight to sim practice and flying. Yeah i’ll still break stuff once I actually get out there flying however i enjoy being able to jump in straight to hd flying with no fuss. Thanks for the video bud

[@marioleto3707]

Ist does work very bad on Windows. ☹️ Suuuper laggy.

[@5zero7RC]

Anyone else here tried this on Windows? Did you notice any lag? I assume it must be working fine for some of you.

[@marioleto3707]

@@5zero7RC Only Mac users reported to me it works fine. But for pc users laggy as hell. :(

[@Gaetandld]

@@marioleto3707 Hey Mario!! mine is super laggy too.... any advices now one month after??? thanks a lot

[@marioleto3707]

@@Gaetandld yeah support said it will be fixed in an future update....

[@Gaetandld]

@@marioleto3707 thankssss that's cool to hear... just need to wait so ahahah

[@boardguyman]

I didn't know that can select chameleon frame haha

[@5zero7RC]

They have quite a few frames to choose from :)

[@jerrysmith82794]

Holy smokes guy get to the point!!!! Too much fluff at the start... Video starts at 2min in...

[@Will-ru4fx]

does it work with dji Spark?

[@5zero7RC]

I don't know for sure, but this DJI forum thread makes it sound like the Spark Controller can NOT be used for flight simulators. forum.dji.com/thread-184369-1-1.html

[@Will-ru4fx]

@@5zero7RC ridículos! I hate dji! Thx Man for u help

[@yeehongho9912]

Can I use mavic mini controller on this?

[@5zero7RC]

I don't think so, but you can double check by plugging it into your computer and if the computer recognizes it as a joystick, it might work. You could try that with one of the free simulators as a test.