Antenna goes on the wing on these models man. Opposite to the VTX antenna. One antenna on each wing basically. Helps with both “noise/RF isolation” and balance. Best practice usually accepted by most builders. Not a cure for all fail safes but works. Those tiny side compartments are where the modules go thus allowing the antenna cables to reach. Use the immortal T also.
Thanks for your comments. I do know that many people choose to place the VTX and RX antenna and hardware very far apart in flying wings. That is important if you have noisy electronics and/or use RF frequencies that can interfere with each other. On this build, I put the 5.8Ghz VTX in one side compartment, the GPS is in the other, and the 2.4Ghz Expresslrs RX + immortal-T is in the top above esc. As for the RF interference, it certainly can happen. For example, 1.2 Ghz video does not play well with 2.4 Ghz control links. However, I'm not aware that 2.4Ghz affects 5.8ghz or vice versa. I have used the same components on my quads for 2+ years now with zero issues. On my quads, the antennas are only 2 cm apart.
I'm following every video in this series and it's so helpful! I have the same WMN controller. The datasheet shows only the white wire from the esc connecting to S1 or S2 on the power delivery board. Is that how you did it, or did you also solder the red and the black somewhere?
Thanks for watching the videos. I'm glad to hear they're helping you out. As for connecting the ESC to the PDB, you will only need to connect the main power leads (+ & -), and the signal wire (white wire) to S1 or S2 on the PDB. S1/S2 are Signal 1 and Signal 2 and link directly to motor 1 and motor 2 in iNav. The other 2 wires are from a BEC on the esc. They are used to power the RC receiver and servos is you aren't using a flight controller. Depending on the ESC they provide 5v and 2-8 amps of power. You should not need to use them. I simply folded and zip-tied them in my build. Hope this helps. If not, ask again. Cheers.
Any suggestions on where to find battery’s ? Im not finding much for 4k Mah Lipo/lion equivalent where i am looking, but Ive just used google :). I have a 5500 mah lipo that will physically fit, but I worry about over working the motor/esc. Im pretty much a noob.
I use China Hobby Line batteries a lot for my quads and now planes. You can find them at: chinahobbyline.com/ They perform really well and seem to last. I'm currently using a 4s 5000 mAh CNHL in my ARWING Pro. Flies great with it. I've also been using 3300 mah 4s HRB packs I got off Amazon for the wing, and they seem to work just fine, but I've only put about 15 cycles through them. I've had good luck with Ovonic lipos as well: www.ampow.com If you have more money to spend, Gens Ace / Tattu are very good batteries. I'm not sure what part of the world you're in, so I hope this helps a bit.
@@blueskyfpv Thank you! I had better luck after getting out of google. Google was constantly directing me to getfpv which had limited selection and order issues. I will bookmark your recommendations. And thank you for your videos. I took the plunge on the AR Wing with F405 WMN based on Painless 360’s recommendations, but realized soon after I was in over my head. I then stumbled on your video series and couldn’t believe how lucky I was. Thank you, your level of detail is so helpful. Next weekend I will connect the ESC and battery thanks to your video. Im looking forward to seeing how you deal with your hot motor :)
Awesome video. Hoping to build one soon
Thanks very much. Happy flying.
Antenna goes on the wing on these models man. Opposite to the VTX antenna. One antenna on each wing basically. Helps with both “noise/RF isolation” and balance. Best practice usually accepted by most builders. Not a cure for all fail safes but works. Those tiny side compartments are where the modules go thus allowing the antenna cables to reach. Use the immortal T also.
Thanks for your comments. I do know that many people choose to place the VTX and RX antenna and hardware very far apart in flying wings. That is important if you have noisy electronics and/or use RF frequencies that can interfere with each other. On this build, I put the 5.8Ghz VTX in one side compartment, the GPS is in the other, and the 2.4Ghz Expresslrs RX + immortal-T is in the top above esc. As for the RF interference, it certainly can happen. For example, 1.2 Ghz video does not play well with 2.4 Ghz control links. However, I'm not aware that 2.4Ghz affects 5.8ghz or vice versa. I have used the same components on my quads for 2+ years now with zero issues. On my quads, the antennas are only 2 cm apart.
great vid, thanks!
Thank you. I appreciate the comment and feedback.
Great inspiration to buy this model and follow your lead .😊😊
Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated.
How dom the camera position all video on ur face
Helpful. I'm currently gathering the components for the same build. Thanks. Sub'd
Glad to hear it was helpful for you. Good luck with the build.
I'm following every video in this series and it's so helpful! I have the same WMN controller. The datasheet shows only the white wire from the esc connecting to S1 or S2 on the power delivery board. Is that how you did it, or did you also solder the red and the black somewhere?
Thanks for watching the videos. I'm glad to hear they're helping you out. As for connecting the ESC to the PDB, you will only need to connect the main power leads (+ & -), and the signal wire (white wire) to S1 or S2 on the PDB. S1/S2 are Signal 1 and Signal 2 and link directly to motor 1 and motor 2 in iNav.
The other 2 wires are from a BEC on the esc. They are used to power the RC receiver and servos is you aren't using a flight controller. Depending on the ESC they provide 5v and 2-8 amps of power. You should not need to use them. I simply folded and zip-tied them in my build.
Hope this helps. If not, ask again.
Cheers.
Any suggestions on where to find battery’s ? Im not finding much for 4k Mah Lipo/lion equivalent where i am looking, but Ive just used google :). I have a 5500 mah lipo that will physically fit, but I worry about over working the motor/esc. Im pretty much a noob.
I use China Hobby Line batteries a lot for my quads and now planes. You can find them at: chinahobbyline.com/
They perform really well and seem to last. I'm currently using a 4s 5000 mAh CNHL in my ARWING Pro. Flies great with it.
I've also been using 3300 mah 4s HRB packs I got off Amazon for the wing, and they seem to work just fine, but I've only put about 15 cycles through them.
I've had good luck with Ovonic lipos as well: www.ampow.com
If you have more money to spend, Gens Ace / Tattu are very good batteries.
I'm not sure what part of the world you're in, so I hope this helps a bit.
@@blueskyfpv Thank you! I had better luck after getting out of google. Google was constantly directing me to getfpv which had limited selection and order issues. I will bookmark your recommendations.
And thank you for your videos. I took the plunge on the AR Wing with F405 WMN based on Painless 360’s recommendations, but realized soon after I was in over my head. I then stumbled on your video series and couldn’t believe how lucky I was. Thank you, your level of detail is so helpful. Next weekend I will connect the ESC and battery thanks to your video. Im looking forward to seeing how you deal with your hot motor :)