Ryze Tello - Part 4 - GameSir T1d controller

GameSir T1d controller test - Update : It is now also possible to use the T1s controller. Thanks to 'Corneliu Doc' for the information
Official mobile compatibility list Iphone :
iPhone 5s, iPhone SE, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad mini 4 and iPad mini 4 Wi-Fi + GSM ( or other mobile standard).
Official mobile compatibility list Android :
Samsung S7 ， Samsung S6 edge ， Samsung S5 ， Samsung Galaxy note 4 ， Samsung Galaxy note 3 ， Huawei Honor 8 ， Huawei Honor 9 ， Huawei P8 Max ， Huawei P10 ， Huawei Honor V8 ， Huawei P9 ， Huawei nova2 Xiaomi 6 ， Xiaomi Note3 ， Redmi 4A ， OnePlus5 vivoX6 ， Google Pixel1 XL ， Google Pixel2.
Compatibility with devices that are not listed is possible. Manufacturer continues testing.

[@hakankonyar6454]

Hello from Istanbul and Thank you for perfect video ;)

[@Meisech]

Thank you too for your comment

[@kebeancho5672]

Thanks for good review. It was a lot of help to me.

[@Meisech]

You're welcome

[@garanal]

Great video! Thank you very much.

[@Meisech]

You're welcome

[@davidalejandromontesrodrig1922]

¿how can i pair the control with the phone to other apps.?i cant make it,the phone tell mi error

[@dennis8736]

Dont find the app on playstore?

[@purplearmy9070]

Help how do I get the controller back to the 4 flashing lights mode because my lights stay solid and the upgrade tool can't find my controller

[@Meisech]

When the 4 blue LED's are solid blue that means that the controller is binded with another device. If the problem persists, try to do a hard reset of the controller by inserting a toothpick for example in the back hole of the controller.

[@EuBaGiL]

Asus Zenfone 5 is not compatible with Gamesir T1d :-(

[@carlosalbertocorredorusech1927]

WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD THE APP TO CALIBRATE GAMESIR T1D

[@LuisContrerasLDCV]

My controller is brand-new, but is constantly disconnected from bluetooth, and the battery lasts just five to six hours. Does anyone have the same problem?

[@laoc3]

i cant found this controller upgrade tool in google play, can u give me a link? i ve got OnePlus 3T and i see the gamesir in blutooth but cant connect :(

[@Meisech]

The tool does not exist anymore. Apparently, Google banished it from its pages because it contained malware. Unfortunately, I no longer have the APK. In any case, the problem is not solved with the installer. Your mobile is simply not Bluetooth compatible with the controller. I had the same problem with my Doogee smartphone, which was compatible only for certain functions. With my Huawei tablet, everything is working fine. I found a link on the Internet to update the firmware, but I do not know if this application can also calibrate the controller: www.xiaoji.com/firmware/t1d/index_en.html . At your own risk !!!

[@kalimerot5383]

Very helpful 4 me tx !

[@Meisech]

You're welcome

[@JYgnk]

I do al these steps, but my Tello app cant find my controller

[@papoopytime7384]

download an app called "T1D Upgrade Tool" and connect it from the Tello app in the settings menu

[@FELIPEPALTA]

Hi dejar friend, firstly thanks for the video was an excellent explanation about T1D controller. I have some questions because I'm not sure if you know that exists an app name octopus that converts your bluetooth gamepad in a good controller, so I don't know if could be a good Idea buy T1S controller and try to use with the app octopus for control the tello or I'm not sure if buy T1D controller and use it for control the tello and use like gamepad with the application 🤯 Could you answer me? Thanks a lot

[@Meisech]

I did some research. The 'Octopus' app only allows you to connect a compatible controller to Android games, but the app does not allow you to interact with the Tello. The only certified Gamesir controller to use with the Tello is the 'T1D'.

[@FELIPEPALTA]

@@Meisech Dear friend thanks for reply.. I'm going to search about it. Thanks bear regards

[@almeisam]

It works on my iPad mini 2, not my android, nor will it charge. I'm going to have to return it. Found some instructions on Amazon that got it to connect with my android: 1st turn on gps high accuracy and permission for tello app. Then: 2)Turn on tello 3)Turn on phone wifi and connect to tello 4)Turn on bluetooth on phone but DONT CONNECT TO ANY DEVICE 5)Turn on gamesir by pressing A button and power button simultaniously and holding for 2 seconds to make visible 6)open tello app go to setting bluetooth controller and click gamesir. If it doesnt connect you probably didnt turn on gps. It was the location being turned off that was giving me fits. Still, it refuses to charge, so it will have to be returned for another one.

[@Laserblade]

Works great with Pixel 1.

[@snyllermand2]

Thank you man, and nice to see someone my one age, finding the kid in them, and thanks for how to do the calibration , i used the quick code, on the bottom of the box, ( cant find the APP on Google play ? )the App , from scanning the quick code are in Chinese, and No Habla, but following your video, now , things are working much better. I use my Tello, with an old, 4,5 years old Sony Experia Z2 , Android 6+, also using the MI 2 WIFI Extender, not for a much longer range to fly, but it helps a lot , the video from the Tello are much better, yes and the TALS APP, my flag pole are 10 meters, so it is nice to be able go a little higher, Have a nice day Sir.

[@Meisech]

Sure, the Xperia Z2 is a little old-fashioned for use with the controller, as well as for Wifi, Bluetooth and the processor. Here is the link to the upgrade tool : apkpure.com/t1d-upgrade-tool/com.xiaoji.dfu It seems that the app is no longer available on Google Play.

[@mat3usz184]

Can i play games on this controller ? Because mine works only when i connect it by tello app . Is it mine phone bluetooth fault?

[@AlexeiDanilov]

no this game pad only for tello. Gamesir t1s for gaming

[@parishna4882]

@@AlexeiDanilov I find it amusing that a controller with GAME in it's name, won't let you use it with games. I suppose flying a drone is sort of a game... depending on where you point the camera lol

[@anstef1485]

This controller is ridiculously hard to use. After several attempts on 3 phones it is still not working: Android 8, Android 10, IOS 14. The chinese instructions are very poorly translated. I am amazed how anyone could get this thing working.

[@Bergerheim]

I have bought a bluetooth hand control. I have problem to get a smooth flying when start to pitch forward or backward, it move the camera up or down to much. I try start and stop smooth, but it is not smooth like you can fly. It is same roll or yaw. I can do it very smooth with the control from my mobile phone. Can you tell me what trick you use to hold the Tello more stable and plane with your hand control?

[@Meisech]

Well, the Ryze Tello has a rigidly built-in camera. As a result, it will never be possible to achieve a perfect tilt and roll. As already shown in my video, there is a short delay between the command from the remote control and the execution of the command from the drone. I don't use any special trick to make a smooth flight. I just try to manipulate the sticks so that jerky movements are avoided.

[@Bergerheim]

@@Meisech I suddenly got the smooth flying as I was looking for. I did a new configuration in the Tello Fpv app and then I found it. Very good function now with very cheap new Bluetooth hand control for around 6 dollars.

[@Meisech]

@@Bergerheim I'm glad you found a solution. Can you give me the link to the $6 bluetooth hand control.

[@Bergerheim]

@@Meisech I bought it from a person as selling some new hand controls in Facebook here in Sweden. I think he got them from China. Take a look in Wish if you can find one there. But here is the link to him in Facebook. facebook.com/marketplace/item/292351142102218/

[@1safariman]

Thanks for sharing great review it's a 👍's up from me

[@Meisech]

Thank you too for your comment

[@j.m.vjessicanatacha9491]

Hola tengo un móvil Asus y el Gamepad gamesir no se deja conectar al bluetooth

[@Meisech]

Unfortunately, not all smartphones are compatible with the controller. Here is the official compatibility list : Android version 4.4.0 or later. Compatible with Samsung S7，Samsung S6 edge，Samsung S5，Samsung Galaxy note 4，Samsung Galaxy note 3，Huawei Honor 8，Huawei Honor 9，Huawei P8 Max，Huawei P10，Huawei Honor V8，Huawei P9，Huawei nova2，Xiaomi 6，Xiaomi Note3，Redmi 4A，OnePlus5，vivoX6，Google Pixel1 XL，Google Pixel

[@j.m.vjessicanatacha9491]

A ok pero igual mi android es 7.0 y la versión de mi bluetooth también es 7.0 muchas gracias por la repuesta 👍😀💕

[@maxsuarez262]

Do you have an idea of why my Tello stopped working with this gamepad? I just stopped flying drone around 2 months and put back in its original box, now Tello only works with Phone! Actually I am able to connect gamepad to tello app, but as soon as Tello takes off losses control and crashes...I have updated gamepad and calibrated it but problem did not solved and gamepad does not work well !!!

[@Meisech]

Some questions. When did you update the controller and where did you get the firmware? Have you changed your smartphone in the meantime? Normally if you use the same hardware as 2 months ago, it should work. I can confirm the smooth operation of the controller even after several months of no activity. Note that now the Gamesir T1S can also control the Tello. Check in your Bluetooth settings in the Tello app that the T1D is checked and not the T1S.

[@maxsuarez262]

@@Meisech Hi, thanks for yr response, I updated two days ago thru this app "T1d Upgrade Tool" by using an Iphone, however i realized update was not being completed, then I changed device and used an Ipad and finally it was succesful...today controller worked OK with Tello drone and yes indeed I recently changed my smarthphone from Android to IOS (but you know this is the 2nd time I had to calibrate IMU on drone after no activity). Thanks a lot!

[@Meisech]

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[@chateytung]

How about the X. B . A button , is for what?

[@Meisech]

These are custom buttons, unusable for the moment.

[@dronepb6238]

Very good. One question: What gamesd button Td1 to record / stop video? Thankful.

[@Meisech]

The L1 button. You can find the game controller diagram under the Bluetooth Controller Settings

[@RoseRoo]

I bought a T1d, it works well with my HTC U11 & Tello, and also, the t1d upgrade tool. However, I can only connect T1d in Tello's app, not in Android's Bluetooth manager. It always said incorrect PIN or passkey......

[@Meisech]

Sorry for the delay. The world and myself had a big problem with a window update. Normally, the bluetooth is not asking for an identifier or a password. 1) Power the drone 2) Power the T1D 3) Activate the bluetooth on your Android device 4) Open the Tello app 5) Go in the settings of the app and tap on the Gamesir-T1d-xxxx text

[@RoseRoo]

@@Meisech I got some truth from dji's website. It said that T1d can only work with Tello(and its APP), wouldn't work in regular Bluetooth gamepad mode......

[@Meisech]

@@RoseRoo Sure, the electronics inside the T1D are only designed to act with the Tello. If you want to use a Gamesir gamepad, so I suggest to buy the T1S, which I own. It it working very fine with games, even on my Samsung TV.

[@pedoncule36]

Does it work with the Oneplus 5 ? Thanks

[@Meisech]

Normally it should work, but as I do not own a Oneplus 5, I can not confirm. You'd better contact Ryze for further informations : www.ryzerobotics.com/support

[@johnnyx5623]

So what controller is best for the tello?

[@Meisech]

There exists only one certified controller from Ryzerobotics, the Gamesir T1D

[@nagatiba]

Good Evening, Mr. Meisech. I watched the video. I have Ryze Dji Tello too and the lack of the hovering exists and it is not caused by the Gamesir, it is normal because of the wifi and app system with the drone. Using Tello With or Without the Gamesir T1d, the response lack will occur. I have friends using Gamesir T1s well with the drone, so i Will Try T1s also. Thanks!!!

[@Meisech]

The T1S will not work. It's a simple game controller not intended to interact with the Tello.

[@deanbamford6031]

Where can I find the upg app for android, looked but can't find it?

[@Meisech]

Unfortunately this app has not been available on Google Play for a long time, because it is considered unsafe. However, it still exists on a Chinese site. I unfortunately cannot display the link here, because as soon as I post the link, the response is deleted. Please contact me on my email address: [e-mail]

[@parishna4882]

I found it here, which I think is the official one, but it's the apk and there is no link to the play store, only apple store. so a direct download which you'd need to copy to your device and run it manually... www.xiaoji.com/firmware/t1d/index_en.html

[@parishna4882]

@@Meisech if this is the same site, my reply seems to have lived? might be because it's to a landing page, not an apk?

[@Meisech]

@@parishna4882 This is exactly the link I wanted to send you. Right, you need to copy the apk to your device and then run it

[@parishna4882]

@@Meisech On looking for it, I did find many 'dodgy' sites that claimed to have it, but then I found that url right on the devices website in a forum. Have no idea if it's an issue or not, after you mentioned google removed it due to malware, but apple still has it. so, I have it. Now just have to wait for the controller. And a trip to a park where I can fly this thing without fear of my weirdo neighbours thinking I'm spying on them hehe..

[@adriancarlos5015]

Work on LG k 20+ ?

[@Meisech]

Here is the official compatibility list : Android version 4.4.0 or later. Compatible with Samsung S7，Samsung S6 edge，Samsung S5，Samsung Galaxy note 4，Samsung Galaxy note 3，Huawei Honor 8，Huawei Honor 9，Huawei P8 Max，Huawei P10，Huawei Honor V8，Huawei P9，Huawei nova2，Xiaomi 6，Xiaomi Note3，Redmi 4A，OnePlus5，vivoX6，Google Pixel1 XL，Google Pixel 1

[@EarlCharles]

I discovered this on Android platform my lg g6 it took forever to connect i had to return the controller.

[@Meisech]

Yes, that's precisely what I say in the video. The controller is ok, but not every smartphone or tablet is working correctly with the controller. I think it's a bluetooth problem.

[@EarlCharles]

Meisech but to have that same controller work perfect on iOS and when its android be all messed up. That is so lame on tello/ryze and to have dji support it amd seem it works on both platforms smh

[@Meisech]

Indeed, strange ...

[@klausmortensen3655]

Hey agin, well the Z2 are, running so well, i gave it a New battery, so, it vil be around me for a long time, The App to the Tello, The link from you. I am using Bullguard mobile, on My Phone, and, blocking for download, maybe the reason for Google to remove the App, Chinese spionage.. Don't know, but, there are reasons for everything. Keep it running, greatings.

[@Meisech]

Maybe you are right about this application. Maybe this application includes a spy script, but which application or software is free of spyware today.

[@renekok1]

None of this i working with the Tello. There is no upgrade tool, there is a homepagelink to China, and there you go. In stead read the manual and open the tello app, and connect your gamepad via the bluetooth tool.

[@stephenpowstinger733]

No upgrade app tool for Android. (Using Samsung S10)

[@user-di2uj2zi1q]

good

[@juliussenft8304]

Work the samsung galaxy s8?

[@Meisech]

Here is the official compatibility list : Android version 4.4.0 or later. Compatible with Samsung S7，Samsung S6 edge，Samsung S5，Samsung Galaxy note 4，Samsung Galaxy note 3，Huawei Honor 8，Huawei Honor 9，Huawei P8 Max，Huawei P10，Huawei Honor V8，Huawei P9，Huawei nova2，Xiaomi 6，Xiaomi Note3，Redmi 4A，OnePlus5，vivoX6，Google Pixel1 XL，Google Pixel 1. Maybe the S8 is also compatible. Please ask the reseller or directly the producer : www.ryzerobotics.com

[@ipadsandoval1756]

Alguien q me lo pueda decir en español

[@deejayroman]

i can only find the japanese app. where can i get the english ?

[@Meisech]

What app are you talking about, the Ryze Tello app or the upgrade tool ? The Ryze Tello app is available at Google Play.

[@Meisech]

Try this adress : www.xiaoji.com/firmware/t1d/index_en.html , but pay attention the app can contain malware

[@deejayroman]

GameSir-T1d Firmware Upgrade tool

[@deejayroman]

I tried the link. Have it downloaded and installed for Android, it is in Chinese

[@Meisech]

Sorry, but since Google Play and the App Store have banned the app from their sites, I can not tell you where the English version is available. I can send you photos of my english version if you like.

[@jacques1969er]

I see the video is already one year old. For anyone that can't connect the controller in the Tello app, or whom don't see the controller in the app, switch on the location or GPS function of phone and controller will appear in app.

[@AlexeiDanilov]

there is no that disappointment on iPhone, use it for best experience

[@Itsallday-rd9bk]

Can it connect to iPhone

[@Meisech]

Apparently yes. See characteristics on the DJI webpage : store.dji.com/product/gamesir-remote-controller or watch this video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/mF65kIx5d9aNaaM

[@EsmeraldoRiveraPTY]

no me funciona en p10 lite

[@Meisech]

The problem may be related to bluetooth compatibility. If you see the Tello in the bluetooth setup, then it should work. The Tello can however be linked only in the setup of the app.

[@carlosalbertocorredorusech1927]

SHARE THE APP LINK PLEASE

[@Meisech]

The English version of the app has been removed from known sites for a long time. I only have a link pointing to a Chinese site: www.xiaoji.com/firmware/t1d/index_en.html . As the big sites like Google Play or App Store have banned the application, I do not suggest to install it. At your own risk !!!

[@parishna4882]

@@Meisech :) Ok, I am a year late.. lol

[@kamranbhatti563]

Sir please Link send me

[@Meisech]

store.dji.com/product/gamesir-remote-controller , www.amazon.com/GameSir-Controller-Remote-Joystick-Android/dp/B07DHFTPV3 , gamesir.hk/products/gamesir-t1d-bluetooth-controller-for-tello-drone

[@corneliudoc]

Gamesir T1S is already working, if it really didn't before, with Tello official app. Tried yesterday, via bluetooth You can spread this info... :)

[@Meisech]

Ok, thank you for the info. I will try it out as soon as I have a few minutes. If it really works, I will post a remark in the comment window.

[@Meisech]

So I had a few minutes to test the Tello with the T1s. Indeed you can connect the T1s with the tablet, it is displayed in the app list but no more. None of the buttons or sticks are working. I tried out all the possible solutions. By cons, the T1d is working perfectly. Maybe a newer version of the T1s allows a connection between the Tello, the app and the controller.

[@corneliudoc]

@@Meisech :) You haven't tried to the end... Press on the displayed T1s and will appear one more row below with the inscription "Gamesir-T1GCM Disconnected", if it didn't along with the first inscription, depends on the model of the phone. Press on it to connect and you will see the result... :)

[@Meisech]

@@corneliudoc Indeed, it works. I had seen that a second controller was displayed in the list and I wondered why it was displayed. However I can not start the motors only with the sticks as it can be done with the T1d. I think there are still some functions that are not 100% identical with the T1d. In my opinion, the firmware and the app were modified so that now the T1s can control the Tello. At first, this was not the case, the T1s was not even displayed in the list. I left a note in the comments window.

[@corneliudoc]

@@Meisech Yes, it is possible to start the motors, press the Start button, it is for landing as well

[@trevorthompson6429]

That music 🤬

[@snyllermand2]

Hey again, ohh man, my Experia Z2, not the newest on the market, i know but, it is as fast as many new models, still it have a quad core , ( one of ones working ) 2.3 GHz , and was one of the early phones to use dedicated RAM, . Love it so much, it is fast, you can use it as a hammer, ( no name to say, but one phone, one of the expensive , glass are breaking for nothing.). Have just puttet a new battery in it, i find a original battery for 139,- Dkr , maybe 5 $ , and four years more to go. Sorry, a little of tread, about the link, not only my phone, but olso , using BullGuard mobile, the told me, High Risk, ,,, my guess, the reason for , its removed from Goggle Play. ( Only guessing, 200.000.000 Tello drones, flying around in the world, And a APP from the Company providing the controller, sending pictures back to Chinese , Defense/Attack , something, along, with your longitude and latitude, not all people, are flying on the lawn, some my fly close to , ( Things , and Installations , not for the Chinaman to see.

[@alternativeDNA]

non comprate questo controller vero pacco

[@jensw2413]

Mach mal auf Deutsch🇩🇪

[@Meisech]

Leider ist nun mal englisch die internationale Verständigungssprache.

[@enzobardella8121]

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