RE: Blade mQX quadrotor... no-one using it, or another area?
I have both the MQX and the HK Beetle. Same quads different companys. I have used the HK 808 keychain cams with no problems. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBSCHyJUzsY&feature=g-upl and the HK HD wingcam http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34gCQby30Rg&feature=g-upl
Posted on: 9/1/2012 8:23 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214059

RE: Throttle Hold Problem
I had the same problem with a quad, the cause was the Castle ESCs I was using.
Posted on: 8/4/2012 3:06 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Electric RC Helis"
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RE: PBS NOVA program is looking for UAV hobbyist in DC area
Beginner quads can be bought for as little as $129.00 which will carry a HD keychain cam with no problem. The sky is the limit from there. I have a Gaui 550 quad which will carry my Canon Vixia video cam with no problem but I am now using the Horyzon HD cam which only weighs 38 grams and shoots 1080 @ 30 and 60 frames per sec. This increaces my battery time, The price of a quad depends on how much automation you want. A fly yourself quad with basic control board can be had for less than $400.00. Quads are a slight bit easier to fly than helicopters and a lot more stable. Quad flyers are mostly interested in shooting aerial videos or stills. Check out this videos. https://vimeo.com/18859201 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egYL4-p0n40 https://vimeo.com/16012665 https://vimeo.com/16017684
Posted on: 6/30/2012 3:43 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: PBS NOVA program is looking for UAV hobbyist in DC area
John, Maybe I didn't say i it correctly. Being a photographer / videogrqapher I know what a DSLR camera is and know it can be easly carried by a medium sized quadrocopter of 550mm or larger. I am also saying that because of today's micro-technology there is no need to carry a camera that large and heavy. Check out the HD quality of the light weight GoPro which can record HD and be jury rigged to transmit the signal for FPV and the Horyzon HD at 32 grams which is already set uo to recdord in HD and transmit to a FPV ground stationj. Go Pro Cam... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZsykO1lXkU Horyzon... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZGpXfccqSg
Posted on: 6/25/2012 2:35 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: PBS NOVA program is looking for UAV hobbyist in DC area
John...just about any 550 or bigger quadrcopter will carry a DSLR cam with no problem. With the advances of micro technology cameras weighing as little as 30 grams can shoot HD video and send FPV signals.
Posted on: 6/24/2012 8:34 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Blade mQX
Mario..I am still trying to find build manual or video for MQX mod "MIA TUFF LG Camera mount kit..
Posted on: 6/7/2012 8:35 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Multi Rotor Helicopters"
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RE: Facetime FPV?
That would be interesting to play with.
Posted on: 5/20/2012 8:24 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "FPV, UAV''s & Drones"
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RE: New Quadcopter Video - Honoring our Troops!
Nice flying, nice tribute....Thank you
Posted on: 5/1/2012 9:04 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Aerial Photography and Video"
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RE: Hobby King Customer Service ?
I have had some limited support from HK but it was hard to get and there is a severe language barrier. I don't buy anything from HK that may have to be returned. Its best to pay a bit more and have the support from your local Hobby Shop.
Posted on: 4/17/2012 8:46 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Video editing software
I agree with Tinkman, stay away from the free stuff. I use Pinnacle Studio 12, its very good out of the box and has plenty of add on FXs.
Posted on: 4/8/2012 11:58 AM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Digital Video (DV) & Video Editing Software"
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RE: Phoenix Simulator Software Question
Did you go through the complete setup procedure for you particular TX?
Posted on: 3/15/2012 5:46 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
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RE: Slow stick Forum!!
That company has good products and hop ups for the slo stik, I have the twin motor set up and the upgraded landing gear.
Posted on: 2/22/2012 10:41 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10971672

RE: Slow stick Forum!!
Go to Radical RC, below is a pic.
Posted on: 2/22/2012 5:51 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: Who 'Ya Gonna Trust?
Its best to buy from your local hobby shop except for batterys and any item you don't need support for.
Posted on: 1/31/2012 8:48 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10937827

RE: Looking for an RC Helicoptor Pilot for Photoshoot
You would probably get better shots using a quadrocopter
Posted on: 1/20/2012 2:23 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10918996

RE: Blade SR UH-1 Huey Gunship - Any Reviews?
The worst I did was put a round through a chin bubble once, I did put a few holes in the foot pad on the tip of the left skid a few times. I saw a scale UH1B gunship on You Tube, it was a turbine with pilots, gunner and crew chief and open doors. I will send the URL if I can find it.. Below are some others. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0CCV1dygPeE&list=LLwcIAjDtO5r0tVNdqGO-jUQ&index=5&feature=plpp_video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwwTb3yo2To
Posted on: 1/6/2012 7:37 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Blade SR UH-1 Huey Gunship - Any Reviews?
That sounds very awkard and unneccessary and would restrict the gunners ability to cover a lot of area, Below are three pics of the Rebel guns setup.... What unit were you with?
Posted on: 1/6/2012 1:09 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Blade SR UH-1 Huey Gunship - Any Reviews?
Rebar bolted to the barrels?
Posted on: 1/5/2012 9:01 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10894160

RE: Quiksilver Ultra Light
I had one, it flys well but you need a very smooth surface to land because the frame breals easly.
Posted on: 12/15/2011 8:01 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10861713

RE: Need a RTF with good lifting capability
30MM Check out this video for Quad lifting. If you like the quad and are willing to build it yourself I think you could probably do it for 300.00 to 350.00, cheaper if you get your motors and ESCs from Hobby King http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeQDAsVVcB4&feature=related
Posted on: 12/2/2011 8:47 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10840757

RE: Need a RTF with good lifting capability
The quad can lift more and is definately more stable. The quad is also the best for video work.
Posted on: 12/2/2011 9:53 AM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10839870

RE: Tail Rotor motor or Shaft Driven
Shaft or belt drives are best.
Posted on: 11/22/2011 4:55 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10824618

RE: My New UAV Plataform...
You would be better off with a Ritewing Zephr, BD5, RQ 11, Easy Star or any other plane with a pusher prop. If your main interest is in quality photography or video, a quadrocopter would be best.
Posted on: 11/15/2011 7:21 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "FPV, UAV''s & Drones"
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RE: RUNWAYS: makeshift/portable materials
Where do you find the "body wrap? I have only found body wraps for cars and health spas, neither of them can be used for runways.
Posted on: 11/11/2011 12:44 AM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: Heli stuff and fellowship
Were you based at Phu Loi?...I was a door gunner with the "Rebel" gunships,
Posted on: 11/5/2011 8:27 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
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RE: Heli stuff and fellowship
Who did Jay fly with in Nam and when?
Posted on: 11/5/2011 7:26 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
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RE: A clever way to store your airplanes!
I use PVC, very cheap and easy to work with. The PVC rack holds seven planes, I will be building a second rack to hold two more planes, a heliocopter and two quadrocopters.
Posted on: 10/24/2011 8:25 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: Looking for a good Heli for boyfriend
First off, your boyfriend is very lucky to have a girlfriend who is willing to spend a thousand bucks on him for a helicopter. Do you have a much older sister? :>)...,Second, if photography and video is his main interest I would look into a quadrocopter. The quads are easwier to fly than a helio ( not as easy as planes) You can get one from about $350.00 if you already have a transmitter. This is the one I started with: http://www.hobbywireless.com/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=38&products_id=455 . Here are some videos shot with the Quad: http://vimeo.com/album/1673229
Posted on: 10/18/2011 4:14 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
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RE: PZ Corsair battery
I use a 2200 Mah in mine.
Posted on: 9/10/2011 9:37 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: Controller Q's, Joysticks, Range, etc..
Check this out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHlyLClyfek&feature=related
Posted on: 9/7/2011 8:05 PM by Author "LarryV" in the forum "FPV, UAV''s & Drones"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10706526