Range extenders

[klongx]

After doing a few flights fairly long distance have decided I might want fly to further can anyone offer any advice
on a good product ? are they easy to install ?

 

[Jayfdee]

Try some cheap windsurfers first, check Healthy drones first, see if you are suffering any signal loss, and if so at what distance.

 

[MSFlyer]

Try some cheap windsurfers first, check Healthy drones first, see if you are suffering any signal loss, and if so at what distance.

Second that.

 

[klongx]

I flew 2165 metres so 1.34 miles max altitude 40metres 14minute flight P3A
would you expect more ?

 

[GhostRdrTat]

I flew 2165 metres so 1.34 miles max altitude 40metres 14minute flight P3A
would you expect more ?

Alot depends on your location

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[klongx]

standing on a hill with no interrupted vision or buildings
very rural

 

[RadRich]

After doing a few flights fairly long distance have decided I might want fly to further can anyone offer any advice
on a good product ? are they easy to install ?

Have you adjusted your transmission quality on the R/C? The higher bit rate setting (or better quality live feed) the shorter the distance. This depends on which model you have (pro/adv). Along with that being said, you can change channels, too. Fly on a channel that isn't busy with other signals will help you fly further as well.

Here's a helpful page: [DJI GO Tutorial] Video Downlink Settings

 

[klongx]

Thanks I have the advanced, I have not adjusted anything on the R/C or changed channels I will have a look at that tutorial
being a bit new to all of this I have not had the confidence yet to adjust these !

thanks for the replys appreciated

 

[Digdat0]

standing on a hill with no interrupted vision or buildings. very rural
Thanks I have the advanced, I have not adjusted anything on the R/C or changed channels I will have a look at that tutorial
being a bit new to all of this I have not had the confidence yet to adjust these !

thanks for the replys appreciated

Leave the channel settings to auto, forget the 32 channel hack. Get a pair of windsurfers and it will help. My spot is on a hill without any interruptions as well, i took my windsurfers out to 60,000 feet and back. This is the set: https://www.amazon.com/SKYREAT-Parabolic-Advanced-Controller-Transmitter/dp/B017IP2P98

 

[ResOps]

I made a set out of 3" drain pipe cut in half then hot glued drilled baseplates. For the reflector I used sheetmetal foil tape. Went out i mile with no signs of signal loss. My cost was under $10

 

[GrammatonxXXxCleric]

When you get more into it

8 Watt amplifiers

 

[ResOps]

When you get more into it
View attachment 70165 8 Watt amplifiers

I was thinking of a pair of phased 2.4g 14 element yagis - the forward gain would be impressive.

 

[Olroy]

When you get more into it
View attachment 70165 8 Watt amplifiers

What is a set up like that cost and at what range you getting? Looks good


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[GrammatonxXXxCleric]

What is a set up like that cost and at what range you getting? Looks good


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Due to winter weather, I've only tested it out to 2 miles, moderate line of sight. It had full signal bars.
Panels: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003CFATOC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Amps: 8W WiFi Wireless 2.4GHz 802.11 Signal Extender Range Booster Amplifier Repeater | eBay
Connector A: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J99NLGM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Connector B: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UV9GDT2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Cable: RG-6 quad shielded
Tripod: Sunpak - PlatinumPlus Ultra 6000PG 61" Tripod - Black

I am expecting range capable Clear line of sight could be 10-20 miles (probly more). In no way am I looking for distances that great, I want the signal to be solid and want to have penetrating ability. It's also how I cook my eggs and ham.

 

[GrammatonxXXxCleric]

I was thinking of a pair of phased 2.4g 14 element yagis - the forward gain would be impressive.

VERY!... and VERY directional.

 

[Mark The Droner]

I have to question the effectiveness of that amp.

 

[Numone]

I flew 2165 metres so 1.34 miles max altitude 40metres 14minute flight P3A
would you expect more ?

Alot depends on your location

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... and where you live - if one is in Europe, out of the box it's already a mile or so less than the USA. I'd get a windsurfer before a staking a huge investment in other advanced tech...

 

[klongx]

Live in UK... have just ordered some windsurfers will try those and see how I go thanks for the replies )
Flying in Portugal next week wanted to get out over water (first time) a bit further !

 

[Numone]

Live in UK... have just ordered some windsurfers will try those and see how I go thanks for the replies )
Flying in Portugal next week wanted to get out over water (first time) a bit further !

I bought a windsurfer not to increase range per se, but to maintain connectivity, and it certainly does that. With a windsurfer, over water you should easily get 2 miles, but I wouldn't push it any further than that. Just me though....

 

[klongx]

2 miles is plenty !