SYMA X5C HD Quadcopter Drone - Mods, Review, Pros & Cons After 20+ Flights

[@Ace-pb1zr]

I love this quad copter it was caught in a storm, flew into a tree and survived an hour of pouring rain and still works really well

[@RichieMeeuwsen]

Appreciate the time taken with this review. Extended flight from 7:20 to 11:30 is quite impressive. Also nice that someone references distance in feet rather than meters.

[@RichieMeeuwsen]

With a stripped down drone (no camera, guards) flown outside in average wind in mode 2 a different $7 battery will increase your flight time from 7 min 20 seconds to 11 1/2 minutes. Suggests a different battery charger to extend life of batteries. Soldered a different antenna to extend control from 150 up to 450 feet.

[@RichieMeeuwsen]

Quick link to MOST current Syma X5C at Amazon bit.ly/flyingadrone (beware searching only in toys or electronics, you must search in ALL departments).

[@DustinDunnill]

Thanks for the comments Richie, Looks like you are having some great results from the mods. Glad they helped.

[@zanemcelroy7910]

I got a 6 pack of heiokey 720mah batteries and a 6 port charger for like less than 40$ on Amazon. If your really wanting to you can basically fly nonstop as long as you keep putting batteries on charger as soon as they cool off. Great little drone. Replacement parts kits for it are only 15-20$ with couple sets of blades, 4 motors, LED strips, blade guards, 4 gearboxes, and an entire empty shell. Yay!

[@tlpendar]

Very informative, Dustin. I tried to fly in 7 mph winds today and you're right on the mark. Wind took it and threw it into a tree half a block away. I had a hard time locating it so I kept pushing the accelerator and I saw it floating under a tree, then it hit the tree again and the standard battery popped out. Had to play with it indoors.I like its stability. I had the Hubsan x4 before this one and believe it or not it flew away. lol. Just beginning. I ordered a Solo and the DJI Phantom 3. Had the option for an Inspire but saw what damage it could do and opted out. No manslaughter charge for this guy.

[@DustinDunnill]

Glad you recovered your X5C! It's the perfect learner quad for sure. I'm in the process of reviewing a Q7 (X5C replica) which can handle the wind better and is more agile. lucky you to be able to afford a phantom 3 and a solo. Either one would be a dream to own for me. Hope you get some good practice in before you maiden those great quads. Congrats and good luck! :)

[@vinthefinn]

Just received her in the mail mate🤙!.. Cannot wait to take her out tomorrow!

[@Tukadoli]

Is she still there and working

[@bodeksrc8007]

Back here in 2022 😃😃 My very first drone😍 Been watching your channel since!

[@bobhoward3555]

I love these little quads. After watching Dustin's mods and comments I decided to take one of mine apart and really mod it. If you are interested in reworking the entire quad search youtube for "Syma x5c extreme body modifications".

[@jSirBrickzAlot]

Cool review, just ordered this , first one, can't wait.

[@DustinDunnill]

Hey John, Perfect first quad. Enjoy!

[@MrSlowpokee]

Hi Dustin, Thanks again for the tutorial. My charger finally arrived along with the 750 mAh battery. The charger is an impressive piece of hardware! I read somewhere it was a re-branded version of a high end unit that sells for $200. I also added two 500 ohm resisters to each set of the LEDs which increased the flight time by an extra 2-3 minutes!

[@DustinDunnill]

Great! Are the lights still visible an lit up?

[@MrSlowpokee]

Dustin Dunnill They are about 1/2 the brightness on the green and about 1/3 on the yellow LEDs. You can't really see them during the day even with the stock brightness. I am not confident enough to fly it at night so the extra flying time was worth the effort. They are bright enough to see the status of the linking between the controller. ;-)

[@DustinDunnill]

good mod. I may have to try it. Thanks for sharing!

[@Stamp4deBasher]

Great review, very thorough. Thanks for the information, appreciate the upload!

[@DustinDunnill]

Your welcome and thanks for the comments. Hope it helps you.

[@isaacybarra427]

I recently got the x5c for Christmas and I would really like to do some upgrades. Thanks for posting man!

[@DustinDunnill]

+Isaac Ybarra Congrats.. have fun!

[@이차드]

Excellent video. I learned a few things.Another thing you can do is cut off the bar and bend back the plastic things stopping the battery from entering further and use a 1000mhz battery instead. Just need something metal and heat it with a lighter to bend them.

[@lazslototh2]

Boy, I thought this was a video about a drone, but watching it I realized the drone was actually DOING the video... almost put me to sleep :-P

[@flyingdutchmanwa]

True, but the the info he presents is worth the drone voice...

[@SubaStar24]

R Dk bam lol

[@DustinDunnill]

@Josh Ya, not sure why I can't directly reply to your comments so hope you see this. With my experiences using this stock charger and others for cheaper r/c, the circuitry is of low quality and the stock battery built-in circuit board in conjunction with stock battery charger will not maintain battery very well and you'll end up killing your batteries (stock and upgraded) sooner than if you spent $30 on a decent smart charger which will make your battery's long term life longer. Just my experiences over the past years in the hobby. It also depends on production quality as well. There is probably a lot of defects produced that may contribute to this opinion.

[@VeryokayDIY]

excellent, thank you! I've ordered the turnigy battery and going to re-use my old Wifi router too! :)) You can even get more range if the TX side modified on the Syma drone, I guess they used simple wire antenna there...

[@heatice77]

Thanks for a great review, I just ordered this as my drone trainer before I take my also ordered 3DR Solo up in the air. Thanks!

[@DustinDunnill]

Good idea. Master flight on that cheap one then take the Solo up.

[@JerryCalverley]

Wow Dustin! This is so old school. I'm looking for some info on Syma quads for some I'm repairing for my students. I ran across this one and thought.... I recognize this voice. Lol. I looked at the name and realized it was you. Haha.

[@DustinDunnill]

Lol... Yes, this was just about my first ever drone video I think 😂✌️

[@dratsab1980able]

By they way, the "performance" isnt affected by the battery upgrade, just the duration, they both deliver 3.7v at whatever current the speed controller will allow. Eg. 500mAh battery = 500 milli-amps for 1 hour, (or 1 milli-amp for 500 hours) A 750mAh battery is just a bigger "fuel tank" of the same 3.7 volts.

[@DustinDunnill]

More "weight" will always effect "performance" of an aircraft. The larger lipo weighs more than stock.

[@dratsab1980able]

Yeah, but just incase people were confusing output with capacity, and expecting an increase in rpm, speed or response, If its purely for filming instead of aerobatics, I reckon a beefier battery from a phone would provide the duration at the cost of agility, and the extra weight may make for a more stable camera platform? 2650mAh from a 29g L-ion, think thats a 14g increase from the stock battery, with potentially 5 times the Watts.

[@raysmith1971]

Great review , lots of tips, great for an x5 newbie like myself!

[@Tom_Swiss]

Great little quad for the price. For beginners probably the best choice (2016).

[@Landrew0]

A lot has changed in 9 years. We rarely hear "quadcopter" anymore.

[@docchocobo]

Hey, it doesn't seem like much, but I found that when I removed the lamp covers, I got a slight improvement on the flight characteristics. I know it sounds strange, but it actually helped it a bit.

[@DustinDunnill]

Makes sense. Reducing even a few grams of weight will make a difference. You probably also changed aerodynamics. Maybe better stopping and hard turning from concave holes where the light covers were.

[@kmdvsmart]

Yes, the seller said it work with new version of syma x5c explorer.

[@DustinDunnill]

it should bind to quad when you power both on and push controller throttle all the way up then back down. Then you can fly. If not maybe you got defective transmitter. I would contact seller about it.

[@DustinDunnill]

I've added a link in video description of where to purchase. Here is where to purchase this QuadCopter: uavsystemsinternational.com/product/syma-x5c/?wpam_id=3

[@andreamitchell4758]

is it a n FPV real time camera?

[@dylanclark9437]

no but there are ways to fly fpv

[@wardope]

its a wifi camera so its somwhat realtime. witha tiny delay. but flying it 100% fpv is a no go !

[@davideasrman2051]

Dustin Dunnill where can I only buy the charger

[@abbysapples1225]

Will this work in my cheerwing cw4? I was told I could use a SYMA X5C in this drone, and I think I killed the battery. It only lasts one minute.

[@JC-cv4ut]

Nice idea with the router antena. gonna try to see if it works. thanks.

[@JayDrone]

Stock controller on the clone of this the striker I reached 700+ altitude without loosing communication from the quad n controller, I'd like to test this one, I do have a question do u know if these motors will fit the striker?. 800mAh will fit in snug as well

[@ernieschatz3783]

Add a brushed flight controller with acro mode and 8.5x20 motors. You can buy the motor mounts separately and bore them out a bit! Then add a VTX and FPV cam!

[@nb_5583]

Hey Dustin, great videos. I just got a Syma and was wondering about the charger you posted. Does it come with cables for charging batteries with or do you have to purchase adapters? Also, did you get an adapter for the JST-DS (the type of connection on the Syma x5) battery? Or were you using the other connector that is on the upgraded batter to charge it? Thanks!

[@McCrafters]

Thanks, your videos help me a lot. I'm painting and doing some changes of camera, battery (...) on my drone these days.

[@DustinDunnill]

+Mc Crafters Cool. thanks.

[@myspaishot]

Nice vid thanks. I have a Skytech M68R that looks like an exact copy of the X5C. Only difference I know of is it has headless mode. Just wanted to say in your observations you talk about it dying quick when your low batt warning lights go off. I haven't flew mine a lot but it still has good power when blinking. I realize they are different name brands but they really appear to be exact clones, controller and all. Does yours die quick with the stock battery too?

[@DustinDunnill]

Thanks. Yes, have 2 stock batteries and 1 upgraded battery and with all of them the lights start flashing just before it dies. Maybe it's just this model or the unit have.. not sure but doesn't seem very useful for the lights to flash right a few seconds before power loss. I just time the flights now.

[@johndcoffman]

Thanks Dustin; enjoyed the video. I may have missed it, can you provide a link to the battery charger you showed us? And more importantly, can you provide a link to the connector you use to charge the Syma X5 stock battery with said charger? I am not sure what that connector is called.

[@DustinDunnill]

Hey John, sorry I forgot to include the link for my charger. Here's where I got mine from: www.valuehobby.com/power-systems/chargers/c6-and-power-supply.html As far as the charging connector goes, I made my own with a scrap servo adapter I had laying around and the pins fit the stock battery connector. I would recommend just searching eBay for x5c female connector and you should find something. Have fun!

[@Henpitts]

Very well done. I need to do the antenna mod. I have a stripped Syma for fun and a loaded Syma for video. Eventually I'll want to spend more money.

[@DustinDunnill]

It's a must as far as I'm concerned. You doing fpv or are you just meaning the stock video camera version? I've got everything but a small lightweight fpv camera then I'm turning it into an fpv x5c.

[@Henpitts]

Dustin Dunnill Right now the loaded quad has the stock camera. Not very good. Might look for a Hi-res camera to mount but right now I'm just screwing around having fun.

[@Henpitts]

Dustin Dunnill fpv would be neat but not sure if it worth doing on a low end quad.

[@DustinDunnill]

Henry Pitts I'm going to be making it a small removable setup so it's easily transferred between cheaper aircraft/ ground r/c as needed. Should turn out well. Making sure it all comes back is important and that's why the range mods are so important :)

[@Henpitts]

Dustin Dunnill I'll subscribe and watch out for it. Thanx.

[@DJFULARA]

This was awesome! I'm actually waiting on my x5c-1 controller, the same nano-tech upgraded batteries without the extra connector, an upgraded charger, and 2 sets of spare blades to come in. This will be my first quadcopter setup, thanks for reassuring my purchase haha. Great informative review and tips. If you do have the time, would you be able to do a video how you modded the controller. I'll definitely be doing the same. Again, great review and video!

[@DustinDunnill]

Glad you found it all helpful! I'll take apart the controller and post a video up in a day or 2. Been meaning to do it anyway. Thanks for your comments, and yes you got a great beginner quad....one of the best for the $ great to learn on.

[@DJFULARA]

Dustin Dunnill Awesome! I'll be looking forward to it. Thanks again Dustin. -Paul.

[@DustinDunnill]

DJFULARA here you go Paul. Here's the controller mod kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWKqk5-Jm9yfpck

[@jmjm003]

I'm reading on the upgraded batteries the leads are backwards and need to be reversed before we use them. Did you have to do this or was everything correct for simple plug and play? Thanks for the help and review.

[@jmjm003]

Polarity to be exact is what I'm talking about. Seems most people that are saying this seem to only have one connector on their battery unlike the one you show has two connectors. I believe they also came from hobbyking (?). I ordered the exact battery you have listed and just curious if you had to reverse the leads on the plug. Thanks again. I feel as if you would have explained this if you had to do so but I'm still asking.

[@DustinDunnill]

The one from the link I post did not have reversed polarity. I did check it with a volt meter just to be safe and it was correct out of the package. No switching necessary. you should definitely check just to be safe.

[@ronjpatterson]

Great video,Will you do a video on prop balancing on the x5c.

[@DustinDunnill]

Hey Ron, hadn't planned on it but I may do one soon. There are many videos on how to prop balance as it is a general process for props. I still haven't balanced mine but I'm getting into larger drones and its a must do for vibration. I'm thinking of making my own prop balancer jig and will share when I do.

[@drexellake4051]

How can the stock charger overcharge your batteries when the power comes from regulated USB or AC power? The stock chargers are not actually a charger, but are a connector. It's basically a straight wire and has no electronics other than a red LED to show when complete.

[@Nelsonjhn173]

great video review. for the standard battery do you know what the connector type is? is it JST? You mentioned the 750 battery had a JST connection for charging but i am not sure what the connect type is that you plugged into the quad. Does that make sense?

[@DustinDunnill]

I think they are calling it a micro JST. The link I put up for the upgraded battery comes with both micro and normal connectors. So that battery will plug right in.

[@Nelsonjhn173]

ok. thks for the quick reply

[@AnalogX64]

Great video. I just got my X5C-1 yesterday, so I have some learning to do :) Question about the charger that you recommend. Does it come with the proper charging leads? or do I have to buy those separately? Oh and looks like they are out of stock.

[@DustinDunnill]

Hi thanks. The X charger I got came with an assortment of cables that I was able to get to work with the stock battery. (you can also make your own cable by using the stock charger plug if you know soldering). Any charger you buy (B6 for example) should have an assortment of cables and connectors but depends on manufacturer.

[@Rampage00769]

Hey I got (4) of those Turnigy batts NE-BA931 but mine only have one connector coming out of them ? Also I saw another youtuber (dawcior -al )saying these batts have to be wired in reverse?

[@DustinDunnill]

I got the 2 connector version and my polarity was correct. Best to check though before use.

[@MrSlowpokee]

Greetings, I have had a heck of a time locating the connector type for the "white" plug which is not JST. The Nano-tech has both types which is great however, I have 3 stock batteries with just the white connector. I have seen similar "white" ones which I believe are "balanced" since they have 3 terminals. My goal is to make a 4 or 6 parallel connector to charge multiple batteries at the same time.

[@DustinDunnill]

Try searching for"mini pico connector ". there are some harnesses on ebay for charging multiple batteries at a time.

[@MrSlowpokee]

Dustin Dunnill Thanks for the info. I was dreading sourcing parts through digi-key or Mouser, spending hours locating a specific part without a minimum order of 1000 pieces, sourced from US not China and paying $15 to send .25 cent part! Thank you again!

[@chandande6017]

hello sir i seen ur many videos and i through ur expert about rc quad so i want to ask you one question,,, can i replace syma x5c1 battery with 7.4v lipo battery ??what happens will the receiver bord will burn or may be work and can fly the quad??pls answer

[@DustinDunnill]

It is made for 3.7v. If you put 7.4v in you will burn board and or motors.

[@dheller777]

Did your charger come with a connector to charge the single cell X5C battery or did you have to piece one together for it?

[@DustinDunnill]

No adapter came with charger. You'll need to cut the USB plug off the stock charge wire and rig up/solder a compatible connector on for your charger.

[@stridermt2k]

You can upgrade the X5C-1 to 8.5mm motors using FY326 assemblies I picked up on gearbest. I had to use a 7/64 drill bit on the mounting holes to fit the post on the arm but otherwise works great and the performance increase is pronounced.

[@xainslik8138]

I have a turnigy charger literally the same as the one in the video, could you tell or show me a video of how you connect the charger to the syma x5c-1 battery as I don't know how to, hopefully you could help.

[@DustinDunnill]

Cut the connector off stock charger and solder/shrink wrap it to a connector for your charger.

[@anthanyjohnson6380]

hi Dustin I enjoy ur vids really helpful I bought a bayangtoys x8 could I use the same battery u got in this video

[@DustinDunnill]

+Anthany Johnson Hi Anthony, yes it it a replica so it will work

[@harrythomason7852]

does the camera tray still fit onto the quadcopter with the upgraded battery? I'm wondering because the upgraded is thicker then the stock battery

[@DustinDunnill]

+Harry Thomason Yes, a little tight but still fits.

[@Nysoupla]

Thanks I ordered the upgrade battery. But do you know what the plugs are called on the stock battery. And would they charge on the battery charger without an adapter or would one such kind be needed? Thanks for the vids...

[@DustinDunnill]

Hi Andre, its a micro losing / walkera. You'll have to solder your own adapter to a lead that will plug into charger or search and purchase one from eBay etc.

[@DustinDunnill]

Sorry Micro Losi (auto correct)

[@lupuradu]

Do you get a battery low warning or something so you know to land you quad, or they just go down like struck flies? I found a X5C-1 on ebay for like 60$, and i'm thinking i'd like one as a first drone, but cheap usually means crap. Can you also replace the camera with something HD?

[@DustinDunnill]

Radu Lupu Hey Radu, The version I have is the X5C-1 also. You get blinking lights when battery runs out of juice and it's time to land. You have to land immediately with the one I have because it will slowly drop not long after. Still the x5c1 is to this date the most stable of all the mini's I've flown and I've reviewed quite a bit plus have 3 more i'll be reviewing this week. For a beginner the x5c1 still takes the cake. I'm also reviewing the 1080p HD RunCam this week. Just strapped it to the bottom of the x5c1 and it handles it well. You will reduce airtime by a few minutes but it is capable of carrying it. I'll have a review and vids up this weekend. Hope this helps :)

[@Yefatbastard]

Radu Lupu Have a look at Banggood dot com before you drop $60 on ebay.. And yes the X5C pretty much just drops like a rock when the battery gets low, yes the lights start flashing but it is already on it's way to the ground when they do.. I also fly fuel powered planes. So I'm used to using a timer to tell me when it's time to land. I set it to 7 minutes and then only fly around close till it drops.. Saves me a lot of walking.

[@NoahWL1]

Would you be able to charge that upgraded battery with the stock battery charger that came with the X5C, or do you have to use the red JST plug?

[@DustinDunnill]

Hi Noah, yes, you can charge it from the stock charger with white connector which is identical to stock battery connector. Although I would recommend getting a smart charger for best battery longevity and performance.

[@NoahWL1]

Dustin Dunnill Thanks, just wasn't sure since I've never dealt with this type of plug before. I'll definitely be getting a better charger soon, hopefully that will also eliminate the slow USB charging I have to deal with now :/

[@DustinDunnill]

Right on. Remember it's not good to charge lipos too quickly. The rule of thumb is to only charge a lipo @ 1C unless the battery specifically says it can be charged at a higher rate. Example: If your charging a 500mah lipo, only charge it at .5 amps, 1000mah lipo only charge at 1 amp and so on. Doing this will extend life and help prevent any heating /shorts/fires.

[@nisw1918]

What happens when the battery goes dead how do you know its time to bring it in ? A beginner asking .

[@DustinDunnill]

The lights start flashing and so landing immediately is advised .

[@hawk_202]

I have the x5c and im wondering if the jjrc h8c is any better at fighting wind than the x5c as its windy in the uk nearly all the time?

[@DustinDunnill]

Hi, yes the H8C has more power and has a better tilt angle (4 options 25% for slow flying and no wind then 50%, 75% and 100% is the most tilt which is much better than the x5c for wind.

[@xainslik8138]

What did you use to check the polarity of the two wires coming out the stock charger. Please can you help.

[@DustinDunnill]

Get a cheap volt/multi meter, put red on red, black on black and see what meter shows. If there is a - sign before reading polarity is wrong if no - it is correct.. Hope this helps.

[@mahoney1138]

Just curious, as I'm obviously a novice, but does the charger you recommend come with all the required cables to charge the batteries for the X5SC or is there something specific I would need as an add on item? Thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

You'll have to make an adapter or buy one. I just made one from cutting plug from stock charger and a deans plug to new charger.

[@mahoney1138]

+Dustin Dunnill ok, thx.

[@BFl0]

+Dustin Dunnill So are you saying you cannot plug the battery directly into the charger without an adapter that goes between them? If I bought one, what would it look like? Would you have a link? Thanks

[@92YourSol]

I just got my X5C-1 in the mail and its all set up but I cannot get the 2 to bind. The LEDS blink fast then slower but never go solid. The controller itself gives my beep going p and Beep going down but cannot get the copter to do anything...no response at all. Any Ideas?

[@DustinDunnill]

Sounds like you got a defective pair which are not matched to each other. I've heard this happening before. All you can really do is contact the vendor you purchased from and work out a replacement.

[@ErmenegildoConte]

Thanks for all the infoand the how-to videos, I finally purchased a used CX-20 Big Shark on Ebay. It's not as flexible the open source but many mods were already done on it. ex: Telemetry, Gimbal with cam, signal booster, FPV and a screen. I know it wont work with mission planner at the moment but I figure I don't really need this right now. So much to learn. Except for this Is there any other downside with the Big Shark version that you know of? thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

Congrats. I think you will not be able to adjust any parameters (or use mission planner/tower) not sure about osd, telemetry and all that stuff but probably only standard FPV will work as I've heard.

[@mikepajka6764]

A real informative video for the X5C. thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

Thanks Mike. Glad you found it useful.

[@CheeseTheCerealLover]

Hey so I bought the battery charger and it doesn't have connectors for the batteries.. Was wondering if you knew or had a link to a connector!

[@edxx7]

Hi my syma got here today, but i think something is wrong, i got 4 new AA Duracell and the batteries got REALLY HOT burning hot, i took them off and got cheap batteries and the same happend. Do you think this is normal?? Thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

Make sure you have those batteries in the controller correctly. Are you able to control the quad? Did you do any mods yet or is it still stock?

[@JohnMEdmondson]

Useful and informative video. Thanks!

[@DustinDunnill]

Thanks John.

[@Spideystrat]

hi there, i have a loose connection on my syma x5c. When I touch the battery wire to the left it seems to connect but it has to be in the right position and sometimes the lights shut off. It flies fine and is brand new but I wanted to ask if you knew of something I could do to hold it in place like that or seal it in somehow. Any advice would be much appreciated ! Paul

[@Snailmailtrucker]

Is there any way to allow the operator to watch the QuadCopter's camera videos live?

[@DustinDunnill]

Syma has an FPV kit you can add on if you want.

[@kmdvsmart]

Great video, my old transmitter broke, so I got new one but it does not work, any idea, help please, I got syma x5c new version.

[@DustinDunnill]

you got a stock replacement radio specifically for x5c?

[@TugaemBristol]

i know this video is rly old, but i did manage to make the mod on the transmitter, but i was thinking if i should make the antenna on the drone bigger? if so, how much bigger? does it matter? thanks bud!!

[@pacn69]

with the upgraded battery are you still able to put the cover over it?? I wouldn't like the way it looks with the battery showing :\

[@DustinDunnill]

Yes door will shut and cover battery

[@pacn69]

thank you kind sir.

[@christopherrobin462]

Now to make a good night flyer take leds and flip them it makes whole drone light up easier to see it at night

[@markdrummond7]

Well I think you made a very useful video - thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

Right on Mark. Glad it was helpful. That was my main goal.

[@Chalky.]

All I did was wire 2 of the 600mah batteries in parallel with the second just taped and strapped to the bottom of quad and hasn't made a big difference to performance but I'm getting around 70% more flight time.

[@erikiacopelli451]

i know how the transmitter hck, but if there s receiver hack for the quad itself? like pull oout a antenna from the top to help?? if so is there sny videos?

[@DustinDunnill]

Yes, you can open up the X5C to check if you have the longer antenna. If not you can improve range by soldering a 2.4ghz antenna in place of the short stub that some X5C come with. There are some vids on KZbin. I may make one also showing how to do this.

Hi friend , I would like to now if the Syma X5C can stay on the rain .. Thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

It is not waterproof and you should not fly in the rain or it will probably break.

[@etaunknown4024]

I wired in 2, 3.7/1000mah batteries out of a couple spent vapes and left the C type charger connected and tucked it all in so it looks like its kinda sorta supposed to be there lol. With all 3 batteries running it it flies for about 45 minutes. But the really neat part was that it actually lifts the extra weight really well and flys it well to. But, it screws up the trim characteristics so bad where the center of its gravity is lowered, any time you change direction flying wfo, it automatically does a flip, sometimes 2. Its actually pretty neat to fly like that lol

[@30kenton]

the best review on this item on you tube thank u very much sir,can i ask you where about u bought this item i am looking to also buy one for my 10 year old son thanks

[@DustinDunnill]

Hi Kenton, thanks for comment :). I bought mine from eBay but there are cheaper places like gear best.com and banggood.com if you don't mind waiting a while shipping from China.

[@30kenton]

ok cool thank u very much

[@DeanF]

Dustin, I have just replaced one motor in my X5C1 but it still won't take off, and all props seem to work now. Any possible solutions? Should I replace all 4 motors? Thanks!

[@davidrowe5822]

+Dean F Check your propellers. It's very specific as two rotate one way and two rotate the other way. This exact thing happened to me where all 4 motors were turning but I was getting no lift. It was not that obvious to me so I referenced a photograph of the aircraft and noticed I had the propellers inverted. So...Check those...You should have two sets of props: 2 that rotate one way and 2 that rotate another. Look at the photographs of the box or here on Google and compare the shapes of the propellers to help you determine which one goes on which portion of your aircraft. Happy flying!

[@dennismarshall5477]

I am new to drone craze and I have a couple of questions that are probably dumb questions. first is... in videos, where do I need to go to find the link in the decription so I can look at where they actually buy the stuff one the video I am watching?? Alsooo All of the usb chargers that come with the drone say to plug the usb into a computer usb. Can I just plug it into the usb charger that came with my phone. I mean the adapter part that plugs into the wall socket and has the usb port in it. Can I just plug the usb end into the adapter that is plugged into the wall. Sorry if these are dumb questions but I don't want to ruin a drone because I did something wrong.

[@unwatch5279]

Hi there Recently out of 4 propellers only 1 down not spinning. At times all are working. Anything wrong for x5c explorer?

[@DustinDunnill]

sounds like one of your motors are going bad. Try to spin it with your finger to get it started then fly. Otherwise replace motor.

[@unwatch5279]

Oh mine. Thanks man.

[@johndcoffman]

Where did you get the connector to work with the charger and the Syma X5C?

[@DustinDunnill]

I custom made my own for the stock batteries but you can also use the red JST plug if you get the same upgraded battery I have. you can find cheap adapters depending on your configuration. you choose.

[@keithbryant8493]

what connector do you use between the X-charger and the 'copter batteries?

[@DustinDunnill]

Hey Keith, I cut the end connector off stock charger and soldered my own adapter with a deans connector on opposite end to plug into xcharger.

[@Mr.Unacceptable]

I notice the batteries from Samsung phones are the exact same power but are 2200Mah. They are double the weight of the originals but 4 times the juice. But they have 3 pad charging connector. They are 10 bucks a peice. I happen to have a few. I'm wondering if they can be used in the quad by soldering wires on the terminal pads and ignore the middle one. Then use a normal RC charger to charge them. I'm also looking in old cell phones to see if I can find a better camera that is easy to modify. I like your antenna mod. 23 bucks gets you a complete rebuild kit that includes a complete quad and x4 sets of props, accept the flight board and controller.

[@woootskie]

Hi, how many times have you changed the motors on your X5C? Are the X5C motors really durable?

[@DustinDunnill]

None. Still on the first set and I have at least 50+ flights.

[@woootskie]

+Dustin Dunnill awesome, I learned on a WL V262 and there's always a motor bound to fail after 5 or so flights

[@DustinDunnill]

Wow. Yah, I'm really amazed how long these have lasted even with my kids crashing it around.

[@aisais-nt1oc]

Anyone knows if two Syma X5C-1 can fly simultaneously, each with its own remote? I know that one transmitter can run two of them simultaneously, but that is not what I care for. I want to know if me and a friend can race them side-by-side.

[@DustinDunnill]

From what i hear, you should be able to. You just have to turn on and bind to each controller separatel. You may have issues if you turn them on and try binding at the same time.

[@aisais-nt1oc]

Dustin Dunnill Thanks Dustin. You are right. I had it confirmed already. Thanks for your videos too.

[@DustinDunnill]

Right on.

[@samvirani670]

How do I get the connectors for battery charger for my syma. I got charger but no way to charge the batteries you recommended

[@johnholland3476]

hello I have a tech toyz x5c clone with green board in copter on it I see wifi on board just peekng in battery spot ..was wondering any info in know ??didn't have wifi or fpv...on box !! plus I have 2 also x5c clones they have green boards ..would the sums x8c remote work ?? plz any help be appreciated

[@PierreArbour]

Question : Can we run this quad ( Syma X5C-1 ) for more than +30 minutes continuously ( 4X batteries ) without burning the motors ( motors become dead ) ?

[@DustinDunnill]

I haven't tested running it more than around 12 minutes with an extended 750mah lipo so I couldn't say. But I would assume you would definitely shorten motor life as weight and longer runtime = more motors heat / sooner burnt motor brushes.

[@PierreArbour]

Thanks for the rapid response. If i use the stock batteries X5 continuously ( without leaving the motors cool down ), will the motors burn ? I ask because my WLToys V686G burns the motors after 25 minutes flight time without cool down...

[@DustinDunnill]

I have run it through 2 lipos back to back several times mixed with normal use with no motor failures for months. Have had a single motor failure since purchase this past Christmas if that helps. :)

[@mitchellleverette6809]

This is a great drone, no question, but I was somewhat disappointed when I read the manual and saw that it had only a 7 minute flight time with the 500 mAh battery. I recently bought a few 600 mAh batteries and don't really know how long one lasts. If Dustin's 750 mAh battery lasts 11-12 minutes, how long would a 600 mAh battery last? Thanks for the help!

[@ITALGT]

600mAh batteries are not ideal for the X5C. For a few dollars more, invest in 850mAh batteries. They are as big as you can go without modifications. The battery door fits tight with these batteries, but you can make them fit easier with a little trimming on the door. Better yet, leave the door off to save weight. 1200mAh batteries are a tight fit, but will work great if you remove the lower battery support brace. 15+ minute flight times are not uncommon, especially when the X5C has been lightened. Happy flying!

[@TheGusK]

Didn't you have to switch polarity of the Turnigy's plug?

[@DustinDunnill]

Nope, I had read some had to but I tested this battery and polarity was correct.

[@filiperibeiro9551]

My Syma x5 only takes off to about 3 meters, then it loses altitude, descends and is "hovering" on the ground, the Q should be? I changed the four engines and nothing decided,

[@sethandreas2056]

Can you charge the upgraded battery with the same charger that the drone came with?

[@ErmenegildoConte]

Hi Dustin, You seem to have try a few quad and have quite a knowledge in them. I'm looking at the best econo quad to shoot video. I want to shoot video that is usable. I would like to be able to see what I shoot. I don't mind buying a quad and camera or anyother parts for it to get to the result I want. I would need a decent fly time of about 10-20min. Which quad would you recommend and what mod should I do to it.

[@DustinDunnill]

Hi Ermen, so far from what I've reviewed. I would recommend the mjx x600 kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6ibq4esrKiNopo It has tons of lift and can carry a small action Cam for 9-11 minutes depending on battery. Your video will get shaky if wind picks up but if you use some techniques to dampen vibrations you can eliminate jello. Thats my recommendation for cheapest route. Then moving up to $200+ range for GPS quad and gimbal for very steady video in many conditions Cheerson CX-20 Quanum Nova Quadcopter Drone - Mod…: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ip7QhWqaocaHnpY Cheerson CX20 Quanum Nova Quad Copter Drone - Mau…: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m36tZ4iem690Z5I

[@ErmenegildoConte]

Dustin Dunnill If I go with the CX-20 which model would recommend (the open source or another model) Also, I think that the Go pro is probably the best camera for it but it very expansive, what would you recommend for this drone. Is there any gymbal model that you can control the camera that is steady? Is the CX-20 work with my Iphone right away or should an add-on must be purchase for that.

[@ErmenegildoConte]

Dustin Dunnill HI Dustin, Thanks again for your suggestions. Looking at CX-20 so I can add a good camera but the price for the top go pro is too expansive. So I'm looking at the CX-22 that comes with it own gimbal (is it good?) The HD camera 1080p but not a gopro quality for sure and a FPV screen. I'm wondering if it would be a wise choice or should I go with Cx-20 get a cheaper GOpro, do the mods and use my cell phone for FPV. What your take on the CX-22 open source? thanks again for this training video.

[@DustinDunnill]

Open source, so you can add all the Mods and upgrade software. There are some cheaper alternatives to gopro. I will be doing a full review of this Cam in the next week: m.gearbest.com/action-cameras/pp_169231.html

[@DustinDunnill]

Oh...and I'm not sure about iPhone but Android and PC work fine. Check rcgroups forum about Apple compatibility.

[@fklotaloi]

Hello uploader, Can we put FPV mod seeing on cell phone attached on th TX? If so how, could u explain?

[@Ali_bin_maadi]

Hello Dear Mr.Dustin Dunnill How are you .. hope u doing very well. I have a problem with my new Syma x5c It just todays ago .. then one of the propeller "fan's" .. don't working there's a failure in it . Also i did not control it's aviation , hard to handle it. The cam it not clear at all. Hope u got this comment and you are happy and healthy . How i can fix this problems .. plz

[@DustinDunnill]

sounfs like you might have a motor failure. does it spin up at all?

[@Ali_bin_maadi]

Dustin Dunnill yes , i guess i have a motor failure , my syma os new i bought 3 days ago . B4 i buy a motor did these machines have any warranty ?! How to be sure that thre is no solution to repair the failed motor.

[@DustinDunnill]

i would contact the vendor you purchased it from. They may be able to help you or send you parts .

[@TeamDinoSkate]

did you have to reverse polarity on the 750?

[@DustinDunnill]

No, mine was not reversed but sounds like some are.

[@TroyStennett]

Can the 750mAH battery fit the older X5C model quadcopter ?.

[@DustinDunnill]

I believe they have the same size battery bay.

[@sonofevil77]

Looks like we are all missing the same led lens lol. I meant to glue them first but I wanted to fly it.

[@drdarrow]

Recommendation: at about 12:30 you're "droning on" (see what I did there?) at the BOTTOM of your vocal pitch range, so you have ZERO intonation or range available, especially downward. Being able to drop pitch (go lower) is as critical in communication as being able to go up. Down is common for ends of sentences, conclusions, etc. Up is good for expression, excitement, or at the end for questions or challenges. at 12:32 you suddenly go into a more expressive voice - and what you should notice about it is your AVERAGE pitch. THIS is where your natural voice is most comfortable whether or not you use it there. Speaking at the bottom can actually cause permanent damage to your vocal cords over time. The easiest way to find your natural pitch is to imagine raising your voice to get someone's attention, like, say, a child. You don't want to sound angry, but you want to sound firm. Imagine the expression "No. I'm going to give you tow three to stop that." You're not angry. But notice where your pitch is. This is a great place to use your voice for public speaking. Thanks for the helpful video-even 4 years later!

[@johndcoffman]

Sorry: another question: Does the charger come with an AC cord?

[@DustinDunnill]

They sell them with or without power adapter, your choice. looks like my charger is out of stock at valuehobby.com but I hear the B6 charger they have is also good.

[@southernexposure123]

What if - you parallel 2 of the 750mAh batteries with double sided tape? Wouldn't that double flight time or is there some taboo about that?

[@DustinDunnill]

You could but the quad will struggle to lift the weight, motors will fail sooner, flight will be sluggish. I'd stick with around the 750mah size for fun, longevity of craft.

[@southernexposure123]

Thanks for that very helpful information. I'm getting 6 to 8 minutes of flight from my first drone (I see that's nominal) and was wanting to increase flight time or decrease charge time or both. Charge time for me is around an hour. My charger is the simplest available, just a USB cord. My battery doesn't remove to be charged and instructions say don't try to remove the battery. Maybe after gaining better flight skills I'll shop for a more robust drone.

[@DustinDunnill]

The X5C battery should remove from quad. I'd get a skyrc B6 $30 charger if you think you'll buy more batteries and RC

[@southernexposure123]

Mine isn't a Syma X5C its brand is Aerodrone X6. It has no OFF/ON switch. Two wire connector leads engage and unplug at the tail end to turn ON/OFF. I assume the same problems would apply if I overweighted the battery in this one. I will make note of the charger you recommend becaue I do want to get another one that's bigger. Thanks for the information.

[@AdamSpruceFilms]

Just ordered this, hope it is as good as everyone makes out!!! How high does the drone go?

[@DustinDunnill]

Directly overhead will be worst range stock of maybe 75 to 150 feet. If you do range mod and fly more horizontally away and up from you, you should see control up between 250-400 feet depending on electrical interference and obstacles around.

[@AdamSpruceFilms]

Wow, thanks man! You earned a subscriber:)

[@DustinDunnill]

***** Thanks Adam, glad you find it useful :)

[@Aspire7]

Will those Turnigy batteries work in the x5c-1?

[@DustinDunnill]

Yes

[@vijaych]

Please can you explain me how we can customize our mobile to this battery.. I mean I have old nokia sleek batteries which are 1050 mAh

[@SoSimonSays]

+Vijay Bhaskar cut the wires off the old battery, solder onto phone battery, done.

[@GHELitefire]

Thanks for the video! Very helpful

[@RodrigoGraca31]

I've bought several 600mah batteries and I get about 11-12 minutes of flight time... So, why does your 750mah only gives 11 minutes?

[@DustinDunnill]

Not sure, how aggressive and how windy is it when you get those times? There are many factors involved.

[@RodrigoGraca31]

Dustin Dunnill Moderated wind and outdoors... This are the batteries I'm talking: www.banggood.com/Syma-X5-16-X5C-3_7V-600MAH-Upgrade-Battery-Meal-p-941270.html

[@DustinDunnill]

Looks like times will vary. Could also be due to differences in C rating. Higher C rating can discharge faster giving quad more power (punch) but will deplete lipo faster.

[@RodrigoGraca31]

Dustin Dunnill Yheaa, there are to many variables here :) BTW: There are the same batteries I mention in a 750mAh version: www.banggood.com/5-X-3_7V-750mAh-25C-Battery-Charging-Cable-For-WLtoys-V626-V636-p-951868.html