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Hi
I really want to get into FPV and I was worried that seeing as I have/will have models that operate on 2.4ghz channels I won't be able to use 2.4ghz for the camera.
Could anyone give me any advice on this?
I have the Eflite Apprentice and I am planning on getting the T34 ePTS and Blade 400.
Thanks
Peter

Quacker

You will need to get away from 2.4GHz so your remote does not ruin your video downlink. Try this:

http://www.iftrontech.com/5.8GHz-Div...duct_info.html

JMSTECH

there are a few options for you, yes 5.8Ghz is a good one but also look into 900Mhz as well.

Quacker

Iftron is also in the process of announcing their new 900MHz gear.

JMSTECH

Oh SWEET! You always manage to cover all your corners!

lejongleur

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So, Can someone please clarify. I am using a Spektrum DX61 and various 6-channel receivers in my planes. I also got my hands on a cheap 2.4GHz remote camera and receiver, probably good for a few hundred feet at best.

Am I correct in thinking that the receiver and the camera will have a problem with each other? If so, is it likely that I will lose control of the plane, or is it more likely that using Spektrum RC will make the transmitted video quality even crappier than it already is?

If the 2.4GHz path is not the one to go down, any bargain priced recommendations for 900MHz or 5.8GHZ video?

I appreciate your input...Thanks !!...Chris

Quacker

Dear lejongleur,

The Spektrum will interfere with your video receiver, and generally speaking not the other way around. Iftron Tech manufactures relatively low cost alternatives on both 900MHz and 5.8GHz. See the "Nano" series of receivers and the Nano 5.8 series of transmitters. One of the benefits of the Nano modular Video equipment is that it is upgradeable to full diversity performance with the addition of a second Nano receiver and a Diversity Docking Module:

http://www.iftrontech.com/Nano-Modul...c24/index.html

http://www.iftrontech.com/5.8GHz-Tra...c46/index.html

http://www.iftrontech.com/Nano-Diver...duct_info.html

Regards,
Q

lejongleur

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Thank You Q - which is preferable - 900MHz or 5.8GHz?

Regards...Chris

lejongleur

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Can anyone explain why someone would buy an AR500 Spektrum 5-channel receiver, which is apparently heavier and $10 more than an AR6100 6-channel receiver? I must be missing something, because I just don't get it.

Your thoughts are appreciated!

kuade

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The AR500 has dual aileron output and it has a solid plastic housing. The antennas (wires) on my AR61000 have fallen off and I have had to re solder them, which is not easy i may add. Still, I won't buy the AR500 but I will add some silicon to support the antennas on my new AR61000.

itisaniceday

900Mhz is great!

vince.b

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you get reduced range (about 50%) and if you are to close to the ground rx station you will see hum bars rolling in the picture.
if you want micro size and weight 2.4 video tx is the way to. range video has a 2 gram 2.4 tx. but the 900 mhz video tx is the size and weight of around 30+grams about the same as the rest of the 900 gear thats out there.
this video at the start shows 2 things. 1 is what a lose or vibrating tx does to the picture and 2nd is what it looks like when a 2.4 rc tx is to close to the ground station.
the reduced range starts around the 3 meters ie the video tx is to the rc rx.
i found this is you put a 2.4 video tx right onto a 2.4 fasst rx there is no control at all, but if you do it to a spektrum/jr rx there still is control of course at a reduced range. same results no matter the tx power. 10mw or a 1 w video tx.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bF-0JvjR84