RunCam Split Hack - FPV and internal HD Recorder in ONE | FLITE TEST

[@UAVfutures]

Would love to visit you guys one time. This channel helped spark my passion for flying.

[@WX4CB]

if you get on a plane to florida tomorrow, you can be here for flitefest south :D

[@cameronmoore1491]

Oh wow fancy seeing you here 😀 lol

[@FliteTest]

Open door my friend! Anytime!

[@EnzoM]

+ UAVfutures I thought you secretly worked for flitetest... bummer xD. I always see the flitetest shirts and lanyards in your videos though :)

[@UAVfutures]

@ enzo haha I wish I worked there, so much fun.

[@HatfieldCW]

This is an exciting new phase in the evolution of the FPV backpack! Nice work, FliteTest.

[@TheCANhunter]

Classic Flitetest. Do more of this. I know that yt growth on the channel has stagnated a bit and youre trying new stuff, but this is a breath of fresh (old?) air.

[@carstengraf405]

Give that crew a cookie! You thought of everything! I look forward to get one if i build my wing! NICE JOB!

[@FliteTest]

Thanks for the kind words Carsten!

[@itwaslikethatwhenigothere]

This is a brilliant idea, I enjoy flying but I also enjoy playing with RC cars and robotics. This will make it so much easier to swap cameras between vehicles.

[@FliteTest]

Have fun my friend! Let us know how it goes! ;)

[@NoAgendaFPV]

Not only dust, but finger prints on the sensor. When I changed the cables on my Split the first time i must have accidentally touched the sensor. All the video I recorded had a slight haze in areas. When I finally took it apart to figure out why I found a very clear finger print on the sensor glass. Cool video, thanks for sharing!

[@erinfogerty3843]

The next step would be, finding a way to tie the servo to the goggles. Meaning with the turn of the head, the servo moves. Love the video, can't wait to see the rig in flight.

[@kennyFF033]

If you have a Taranis radio and are comfortable setting up aux. channels, it is easy to do. Your goggles would need a head tracker in them, like the Dominator Vx or similar. then you just link the output on your goggles to the input (trainer) port on your Taranis, set up the radio and Bam! your head moves the servo! I have seen a couple of good vids on YT that show you how to do it and connecting them requires a simple cable like you would use to connect your phone audio to a speaker.

[@seth800]

I miss your guys old intro from 2011 I've been watching since then and that intro was the best please do that intro in one flite test video in the future for me!

[@culhand]

Yay, the "old school" Flite Test DYI format

[@Snarky_Radio]

This is great! order placed. Thanks guys. Would like to see more on the Stratosurfer. On deck here to be built next.

[@Lucas_Schaar]

The scout looks so cool with floats!! Can't wait to build one :)

[@rccrazy7495]

Awesome . Thanks for the help I was wondering when this would come out and work.. Im new but installed alot cameras for a living. This will be great on my planes. Thank You Josh Awesome job.

[@AkoyTamad]

This is awesome. I was grappling with the idea for sometime now for my planes.

[@blackmennewstyle]

Lovely kit

[@ryantonytonytony]

does that three wire cable 12:09 come with the kit?

[@akhilkr100]

It's super awesome flite test teachers!!!!!! 😘😘😘😘😘

[@ColtonCampbell]

Did you guys ever release the 'plans' for these stacks?

[@takeaflightfpv8006]

that was dope, i totally felt what your were going for. awesome picture!

[@LazerLord10]

Would a RunCam 2 not be suitable for something like this? I know the latency isn't the best, but it should be good enough, right?

[@avelkm]

LazerLord10 no, it would not, unfortunately

[@viewsfromabove1161]

I fly runcam2 for fixedwing no issue at all. Perfectly flyable.

[@alansavage9656]

Excellent tutorial Josh!!

[@richardr3178]

Awesome video Josh!

[@FlyersDistrict]

Airplanes are making a comeback, :-) and this will definitely help. Thanks guys

[@keegansponholz9260]

Where did they go?

[@keegansponholz9260]

:p

[@FarmerFpv]

Alex Airplanes are more popular than quads always have been, Where you been hiding? lol Airplanes and Rc cars are 75% of of the hobby :D but drone pilots wouldn't know that lol

[@FliteTest]

Thanks Alex! Glad you like it and looking forward to seeing what these things can DO for the regular hobbyist!

[@FlyersDistrict]

In my area, multi rotors are more popular than airplanes and cars combined. These days I'm hiding in the cockpit and almost never fly drones. That's until I finish my training. Can't wait brotha :)

[@Reaching1]

finally a new cool flite test video :)

[@br0k3nilluzion]

what ever happened to this setup? it's not available on the website.

[@Rccrazed]

Great idea guys! This can work great for ground vehicles as well!

[@xxtrengt8871]

Great job guys this kit is really well thought

[@FliteTest]

Thanks friend!

[@MakeTestBattle]

Does anyone make a 3-Axis Brushless Gimbal for just the Lens and sensor like you see on the DJI Mavrick? -Justin

[@user-zi5rs1by7b]

Make.Test.Battle I have yet to find a brushless 3-axis gimbal suitable for small board cams or fatshark style cams. The best I can find is the 9g servo gimbals for fatshark or banggood gopro session gimbals. If you guys find one send me a link

[@MakeTestBattle]

I would love one as a stand alone action cam that you wear on your head for game play. There are "wear" Gopro Gimbals back they are just that bit too big and heavy to wear on your head or helmet comfortably. -Justin

[@pemtax557]

As always, great content. Thanks much, dave

[@carlgray4160]

great job love learning from you guys

[@thesoccerskillschannelnott7216]

use guys got me into this hobby its a fantastic hobby and can u do a review on a fms fox 800mm glider

[@policeswat64]

Cant find the hardware with cam on your store :( :( 😭😭😭😭😭

[@bootsinshoes3198]

Do keep in mind that the RunCam Split requires 650mA at 5V and can spike as high as 1A. The Unify can only output 500mA at 5V. So you're going to be pushing the VTX 5V regulator past it's limits. That's a quick way to shorten the life span of a $50 VTX.

[@hughmungus8784]

How do you suggest to solve this issue?

[@derrogers]

add a seperate ubec just for the split. a pololu or something like that...

[@bootsinshoes3198]

Yep. I added a 1A 5V pololu regulator. GetFPV has them for fairly cheap.

[@jeffchase9096]

Couple of quick things. Any idea when the RunCam Split 2 will be available? Also, noticed there are 2 listings for the Runcam Split on the website. I assume the cheaper of the two does not come with the wifi module; however, according to the page, the first line of the description for the cheaper one says it comes with the wifi unit. Might want to update that...

[@gregoirethomazeau4299]

How do u advise me to fix it on a FunCub, and where? Anyway, great video as usual!

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic! That's awesome!

[@ZylonFPV]

A nice idea, but I think you guys made a bit of a fail here. The Unify Pro HV has a maximum current output of 500mA on its 5v output, but the split draws 650mA. I’m not sure this is a good idea long term, especially on something critical like an FPV system.

[@digiay]

Why should it be a problem? 150mA difference makes hardly any difference if you go think about a miniquad 4s 1300mah it takes under 2 seconds from your flight time if you fly 4 min, even less if 3 min. On long range you don't care about 150mAh

[@donutpvp7720]

Dööörk the 5v volt ouptup cant deliever enough powaer

[@Len02013]

Dööörk if it's over it's max output power rating, which is bad ie could burn out electronics. Good pickup zylon. Buck Voltage reg might be a good idea

[@ZylonFPV]

Dööörk - You have missed the point of my comment. The Unify Pro HV as used in this video is able to supply a maximum of 500mA on its 5v output. The split draws 650mA, therefore the regulator on the Unify is being driven 30% over it’s maximum current capacity. This isn’t a good idea.

[@TheMadmacs]

and according to schim and andyrc the split 2 is noisy on the solder pads with the new voltage reg.... wish somebody wouuld design a protective casing for a top mounted split.

[@Graybear78]

Very interesting, and thank you very much. A suggestion, if I may. Many of us, me included, have not been involved with FPV, and have very little if any knowledge about the setup, other than what you just explained, and do not understand the terminology associated with FPV. Would it be possible either to do a video that explains the names of the parts and what they do. The acronyms are quite confusing to some. I for one would be willing to buy the parts explained in this video if we could understand what we were doing. I understand it would be quite lengthy and boring for some, but would open doors for others. Thanks, Lee.

[@Firky2010]

TBS say the unify pro HV is only good for 500mA on the 5V output and the split seems to claim 650mA to 1A? have you had any problems with the setup? Cheers

[@Morpheus852]

When will this kit be available at the graupner store or somewhere else in Europe? :) And thanks for this awesome kit, im wondering, why nobody else came to this idea

[@unogazzy84]

I don't like asking you about this but I have to know. When are you guys gonna use the huge 3D printed motor you got from Christoph Laimer?

[@joshuamelvin]

unogazzy84 we have some special plans for that brother. Check out our Vlog coming up soon. :)

[@joshua10pool]

Hey I keep seeing that F-18 in the background and wanted to know if you guys go do a video on it. I really love the F-18 and you guys haven't made any more fighters since the F-22.

[@lleemon]

Just out of curiosity, why wouldn't you run the Lumenier AXII Stubby 5.8GHz Antenna (4.7g) instead of a TBS Triumph (11.5g)? Does the TBS give that much better signal?

[@FliteTest]

We actually have done both! ;) They both work! TBS seems to give a little better signal, at least from our testing etc...

[@alexdalton7290]

Do the button antennas come lhp ? I'm interested

[@manbolomo]

huh, didnt know about this until now, so have you guys developed this further for dji air unit or vista?

[@EagleEyePilot]

Do you have a setup for the new Split Mini?

[@bonafidepirate]

Ordered a hardware kit for my Split! lol

[@FliteTest]

NICE!! Hope you like it! Let us know! ;)

[@bonafidepirate]

For sure! Do you know if the Split 2 will fit as well? I should have one of those on the way soon.

[@viewsfromabove1161]

Well shoot... if bonafidepirate is getting one......

[@Aremgi73]

Do you have a pan-and-tilt mount you recommend for something like this?

[@hughmungus8784]

Hello FT, I have a RC Split and TBS Unify HV however RC groups advised against this saying the Split takes slightly more amperage then the TBS can provide, is this true? I hope not because I bought 2!

[@OuelPacla]

I remember hobbyking sell a kit so you could use your regular runcam or mobius camera for use with fpv and hd recording. They call it the mobius fpv docking station.

[@OuelPacla]

It was simple but less cheaper than the featured setup.

[@Pijawek]

Mobius or other HD runcams are heavier and have more latency than split.

[@fire6110]

Can you suggest a motor/ESC/prop/battery configuration for a simple insulation foam and foam board trainer? BTW loving your humorous videos

[@kennyFF033]

Check out flitetest.com if you have not already... click on store on the top banner and look around from there, you can select only planes, look down the left side and click on novice to view all the trainers and easy to fly planes. Select a plane you like and click on it to go to that page... there you will find all the specs, plans, fly videos and build videos. They list everything recommended for that plane with lots of tips and other cool stuff. My favorite beginner plane is store.flitetest.com/mighty-mini-tiny-trainer-speed-build-kit/ It has two wing versions you can swap easily and is a great way to start in 3 channel flight where the plane will bank automatically in turns, then swap the wing out and learn 4 channel flight with ailerons... coordinated banking turns, barrel rolls and all that! Hope that helps, Happy build/fly!

[@fire6110]

Ken Anderson thanks mate

[@Snarky_Radio]

Received the Kit, and I am ready to build it for my Statrosurfer. Did I miss where the plans would be posted? Can somebody point me in the right direction?

[@AyanPahwa]

Awesome idea

[@FliteTest]

thanks Ayan!

[@TweakRacer]

So, stick a VTX03 to my RC3 using the live out cable? On-board battery backup, WiFi without the silly board, easy push style micro SD card, better protection, readily available TPU mounts, less props in view if placed where HD cam should go, no backfeed issues, and regulator for bigger range of voltage input.

[@brandendavis6369]

When will flite fest east 2018 be?

[@jaybird4610]

Can we order that set up done? I’d be terrified that I would break something building this .

[@TexusNoe365247]

Could you use this along with the FPV Blue?

[@WX4CB]

Josh, is this and the split v2 going to be available at FF south?

[@kevin-sawmill-lx25]

Good info.👍

[@rexmustang9335]

Hey guys! I am new to fpv, and I am just wondering how you power the camera and vtx. Do you plug it into the receiver, or do you need a separate battery?

[@2manyhobbies76]

Looks great! Is there an easy option to make the camera mount tilt as well as pan? Thanks always Josh (and team). Inspiring me to get back into FPV. Skunkworks2006

[@Pijawek]

2manyhobbies not with this kit - but generally shouldn't be too difficult

[@patrickspalding1397]

Do you know if you can set the RunCam split up to take pictures with a switch on your controller using INAV

[@petles]

Hay, great idea, love your channel. Will you release the stl files for free so that we can 3d print the plates ourselves? Thank you

[@josephcovell]

How is the fpv system powered? does it use the same lipo as the plane?

[@waya1056]

How is the reception of that button compared to the taller TBS? Will be using this setup on a large plane (78" WS).

[@FliteTest]

very similar, but from our testing the TBS is a TAD bit better! ;)

[@jedifromky]

I’m curious, has anyone tried the servo-setup on a quad? It would be interesting to see the footage of the camera turning as the quad twists.

[@offthebeatentrail4476]

they actually have some goggles that have head tracking and it allows you to have a similar setup to this. when you move your head the camera moves... i think that is very disorienting but i fly freestyle fpv quads. very neat idea for sure. i think its best suited for airplanes personally.

[@michaelknott4361]

Can I use this on a race quad?

[@beckerg04]

Could you power this directly off an esc 5v connection?

[@dadeoof4255]

Can you show how to set it up with the fatshark head tracking?

[@texas-linemangaming731]

Can I buy this with the run cam 2?

[@allexrock2795]

Hi, I'm interested to know if the channel you are transmitting influences the transmission in any way? Are there better channels to transmit than others?

[@blackmennewstyle]

Most of FPV transmitters on the market are indeed outputting more power on some channels which can give you slightly better range and penetration but the key in FPV has always been the antennas over powerful video transmitters, invest in good FPV antennas on your video receivers side and you will have a better eperience but keep in mind that antennas also come with their own strengthes and weaknesses, find the ones which match more accurately with your style of flying! Have a great week and happy flying!

[@bjarnehansen1101]

Again a great VIdeo! What do you think from Reely? Basicly Flysky is the "Fake" (Copy) from Reely and anyways evryone uses it. It confuses me

[@corywilliamsmith]

game changer- Be careful Go Pro might get pissed off at this and do the same thing they did with the Runcam 3 >_

[@AdaptFPV]

they cant do anything lol

[@WX4CB]

this is just a runcam 3 de-boxed :D

[@timan2039]

It was Polaroid not Go Pro, Polaroid holds the patent that RunCam ran afoul.

[@connorking6315]

Split 2 my bois

[@StarFyter1]

Reminds of the early videos.

[@nialpmatk04]

are these compatible with fatshark cameras?

[@reddogy7]

Do another fly as hard as you can challenge!

[@Teabag1315]

Hi. I know we are talking runcam split's but what plane is that on Josh's right side with the floats? Now that I would like to make!!

[@timan2039]

It's the FT Simple Scout just like the one he mounted the camera rig on but with floats. www.flitetest.com/search?q=simple+scout

[@WillyFPV]

Question. I have a Traxxas Summit. front cam 1.2 and rear cam 5.8. It works great, but just not far enough. Need my long range! I have purchased all parts needed from the supplied link from RMRC. Includes both Vas antennas with all TBS crossfire components. And QX7 transmitter. I think I have it all. I don't know for the life of me how to install this. And I cannot find the right link on KZbin. It's over my head. I kind of know what's going on but I not really. Do you at flight test provide a install service? I'm from NE Indiana. I could be down there in Fl. Without much trouble. if anyone is willing. I would like your pan tilt set up that I just watched. With My TBS Crossfire and system installed. Can you guys help? It would be worth it to me. Or just a install on the TBS crossfire is fine enough. Please let me know. Thanks a lot!

[@VictorBelda]

Where's that OSD Battery voltage coming from?🤔

[@ken-kamm]

Love you guys, but that’s a clickbait title. There is no “hack” here.

[@imdewakiman]

Will there be templates to make these on the website? I'm thinking of making it out of laser cut supawood.

[@FliteTest]

Free plans as always! ;)

[@banzoo2161]

Nice video

[@kyferez1]

Your links in the info are no longer working.

[@thephantomharanguer]

I'll b looking for current info on this. The camera you link is becoming vaporware, seems. Nearest similar I found at your door says this: "Power Input: DC 5-20V (Non-direct power supply from 4s battery or above. Powered directly with battery will generate surges and burn the camera.)". I want a direct battery solution for portability reasons. I REALLY went to your store looking to buy the pan - tilt kit, naw, pooped🤔

[@doormattde]

I can imagine putting this on my E-Revo VXL

[@tsikada]

What exactly is the hack here?

[@moonman204]

Can you do a vidio of top 10 plains you can buy on Amazon

[@Redneck5]

Planes. ;)

[@oxVirtuexo]

David Tucker video ;)

[@Raptor50aus]

Buy the Foxeer Box camera half the price of the gopro 5 session and just as good if not better !!!

[@Afiso]

No noise?

[@rudypoirier8001]

I couldn't find the Marval goggles in Your store.

[@townc2824]

The Split draws too much current to be powered from a vtx like the Unify. It's better to use an LC filter and power directly off the flight pack.

[@28daballa]

Why can't I buy this?????????????? Link does not work!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@franciscoaloureiro]

Nice!

[@isfandwisetiawan6074]

please make a video how to install fpv to wing rc

[@jakefreise7601]

I know you are "flite" test but you should try to make an RC submersible. Underwater torpedo battles anyone?

[@JeromeDemers]

no actual video of this thing in action?!?

[@rachaelbreneman4418]

See to FT Simple Scout Video using this setup

[@MrTrickydon]

Isn’t that what a runcam split is already? An fpv cam that records HD footage. I’m confused

You don't really want to force anything - yanks it out. :)) It's single-sided tape and that is *not* brass. It is actually gold. Gold plated copper. :)

[@KittFPV]

Genius

[@aidanjohnson746]

I challenge you guys to build a rocket powered plane with 4 motors, it must be capable of being launched from another plane