In this Fimi x8 SE 2020 tutorial I’m going to explain how to set up the drone from charging the batteries to installing and setting up the Fimi Navi 2020 App to performing a firmware update. The Xiomi Fimi X8 SE 2020 edition has a few differences in its setup process than what you expect from DJI or Autel. Be sure to watch this video before you set up your Fimi to make sure you know what to expect.
Sorry to be so offtopic but does anyone know a method to log back into an instagram account?? I somehow lost the password. I love any tricks you can give me!
@Max Kase Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and im in the hacking process atm. Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
I did it following your tutorial, but the extension of the videos is .BOX,. I only can see the videos on my cellphone,.Could you guide us how to download the correct format to the PC .?
As always Jeff, another fine video. Very informative and helpful. Ordered mine yesterday and gathering all the info I can. By the way, I feel like I'm watching Santa Claus instruct me on the ins and outs of a new "toy" on his day off! LOL
I'm getting my Fimi X8 SE 2020 next week and this is just what I need to know it in advance. Thanks so much Jeff. I'm now looking for your next Fimi X8 SE 2020 videos
Hi Jeff. I just received the Fimi 2022 X8. I am having trouble having communication between the app and the drone. The app is saying Disconnected. Do you have any idea why I am encouraging this?
I'm just in the process of setting mine up. Question, when I power up the controller I have a solid red light on the automatic take off/landing button, is this because the compass calibration and gyro calibration has not yet been done? In the manual it says something about the take off/ landing function is not yet enabled
Jeff, Thanks for sharing this. In your future videos can you also mention how to view recorded videos from FIMI Navi 2020 app, I could not find any option to view recorded videos from app, I am not sure if this is even possible... Looks like we have to remove the SD card and connect to computer to access the recorded content.
I've got a May 2020 production date on mine and there seems to be an issue where it goes into failsafe return between 1000-1500 feet. Might have to return as it seems that production month has an issue...check your production date!
Mine is May 2020 as well. How many reports have you seen of this? I saw it on Bill The Reviewer's channel but hadn't heard of it elsewhere. This may be something I have to test.
@@JeffSibelius same channel and there was a few comments on it of others experiancing it too...I know mine does and I've tried a few different things. I'm sure not every may 2020 has an issue but it seems a certain percentage at least has an issue that needs to be shipped back to rectify.
Question: If the App downloads and loads up on my phone, does that mean it will work and fly the FIMI drone? DJI prevents their Fly app from loading on incompatible phones. I'm asking, because the drone cannot be easily returned if purchased and then will not fly with current phone.
that's a great question. I don't know, and I don't know any way I could test it other than maybe with my iPad Mini . . . I'll be flying in a couple days and I may try it out. Otherwise, you could contact Fimi. From what I understand their support people are very responsive. www.fimi.com/contact
Tried this drone but with a gimbal calibration fail out of the box I upgraded to Mavic Air 2. Still, might sell my replacement Fimi 2020 to a friend so I can't wait to see your review. Never able to fly mine after waiting since May for it, sadly. You do very thorough work, keep it up!
Does the Fimi x8 SE 2020 make an audible noise ? When I received mine the box was badly damaged and the drone it self makes alot of noise even though it appears in tact , I haven't flown it yet cause I am trying to work out if it safe to and ultimately what the noise is incase it a faulty sensor and crashes or something.
hmmm . . . it does make noise, certainly. I wouldn't think of it as being really noisy though. Can you compare its noise to another drone, like it's louder than a Mavic Air 2 or more quiet than a Phantom 4? Here's a short clip of my Fimi hovering around the camera - hopefully that gives you a sense of how loud mine is. ruclips.net/video/cNq_QwNkAR4/видео.html
@@JeffSibelius thanks I'm actually talking about it stopped still static mine makes noises and they dont sound healthy , Fimi are supporting but never said if the noises were normal or not but asked me to do some calibrations , send photos and to send the ''blackbox files'' on that's what the port on the side of the drone is for.
@@johnog8358 Ah, that doesn't sound good then. I haven't noticed any significant noise coming from the drone as it's just sitting there on the ground, or even hovering.
The camera (white balance, horizontal tilt) is kind of disappointing. Plagued by chronic disconnects on start up and app freezes..unit makes an low audible buzz noise when powered on that's constant, not sure if that's normal..
Thats the challenge with a new drone - I think they're still filling their preorder backlog. Banggood is also less consistent on when they ship things out. Ordering from Banggood generally saves you money, but they do require more patience of you for sure.
@@JeffSibelius true thx for the reply! I have not messaged them in 2 weeks maybe ill see if they have any info for me this time. last time they said either cancel or wait but in a friendlier manner.
Hiya Jeff. Great video, this is just the sort of thing I was looking for, very informative for someone like me who is new to the hobby and wanted to know more about this particular drone. One thing I wanted to ask, I noticed that in the playlist for this drone there are another 3 videos, 2 of them seem to be unavailable and won't play, it states that it is a (private video), is this a problem my end? Thanks 👍
Hi John - Glad you enjoyed the video! The playlist you're looking at may be someone else's list though - I don't think I have any playlists that have nonviewable videos.
Glad it helped. I don't think those switches do anything at this point - they were probably added in case they came up with a use for them later, I guess.
Jeff - Thanks, in advance, for this series. I've got three flights in on my Fimi 2020, and have had no issues. I also wondered about battery firmware updates. I haven't had to do one yet on my spare! Hope you will review/suggest ND filters for this drone - I'd like to have something to protect the camera lens. I did not have an up to date cellphone for this drone, instead, I am using a Lenovo Tab M8 for a dedicated monitor. This works great! Bob
Bob thanks for your post. I hope you'll respond with any ideas you have for videos you'd like to see along with the filters video. I'm always open to suggestions on what people want to see. Good to know the lenovo works with the fimi. My Samsung 10+ worked well but i would like something bigger.
I have more coming on the Fimi. I just published a bunch of sample video clips from the Fimi, I'm working on an extensive review of the drone, and I'll do some tutorials as well.
I enjoyed your video on the Fimi. I entered my e-mail and password but could not get a response on the register button for the app. Any advice? Shutting down the app, I was able to connect the controller to the drone and arm the motors.
I'm shooting some more footage of it and with it next week, and after that I'll start assembling the review. I hope to have it out the second or third week in October.
Thank you so much Jeff, I would have been totally lost without this video. It is much appreciated.
Love hearing that!
In this Fimi x8 SE 2020 tutorial I’m going to explain how to set up the drone from charging the batteries to installing and setting up the Fimi Navi 2020 App to performing a firmware update. The Xiomi Fimi X8 SE 2020 edition has a few differences in its setup process than what you expect from DJI or Autel. Be sure to watch this video before you set up your Fimi to make sure you know what to expect.
Sorry to be so offtopic but does anyone know a method to log back into an instagram account??
I somehow lost the password. I love any tricks you can give me!
@Conrad Peyton instablaster ;)
@Max Kase Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and im in the hacking process atm.
Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
@Max Kase It did the trick and I now got access to my account again. Im so happy!
Thanks so much, you really help me out :D
@Conrad Peyton You are welcome :)
I did it following your tutorial, but the extension of the videos is .BOX,. I only can see the videos on my cellphone,.Could you guide us how to download the correct format to the PC .?
Cheers Jeff. My fimi is arriving tomorrow and this was extremely helpful in navigating my first steps and great best practice advice!
How can I see where the drone is currently in the air? That the gps coordinates (latitude & longitude) are visible on the screen?
As always Jeff, another fine video. Very informative and helpful. Ordered mine yesterday and gathering all the info I can. By the way, I feel like I'm watching Santa Claus instruct me on the ins and outs of a new "toy" on his day off! LOL
I'm getting my Fimi X8 SE 2020 next week and this is just what I need to know it in advance. Thanks so much Jeff. I'm now looking for your next Fimi X8 SE 2020 videos
Hi Jeff. I just received the Fimi 2022 X8. I am having trouble having communication between the app and the drone. The app is saying Disconnected. Do you have any idea why I am encouraging this?
I'm just in the process of setting mine up. Question, when I power up the controller I have a solid red light on the automatic take off/landing button, is this because the compass calibration and gyro calibration has not yet been done? In the manual it says something about the take off/ landing function is not yet enabled
IM DOING IT WITH YOU MINE SAYS GIMBAL NOT READY.... ? GPS NOT GOOD.. IM INSIDE...N NO FIRMWARE UPDATES NEEEDED WITH COMPUTER? THNAKS
Ik krijg alleen disconnected op mijn smartphone waarom wat moet ik doen aub
Jeff, Thanks for sharing this. In your future videos can you also mention how to view recorded videos from FIMI Navi 2020 app, I could not find any option to view recorded videos from app, I am not sure if this is even possible... Looks like we have to remove the SD card and connect to computer to access the recorded content.
Are you referring to the icon below the shutter release along the right side? Or is that the cached video, not hte video from the card.
I've got a May 2020 production date on mine and there seems to be an issue where it goes into failsafe return between 1000-1500 feet. Might have to return as it seems that production month has an issue...check your production date!
Mine is May 2020 as well. How many reports have you seen of this? I saw it on Bill The Reviewer's channel but hadn't heard of it elsewhere.
This may be something I have to test.
@@JeffSibelius same channel and there was a few comments on it of others experiancing it too...I know mine does and I've tried a few different things. I'm sure not every may 2020 has an issue but it seems a certain percentage at least has an issue that needs to be shipped back to rectify.
I'm a newbie with my SE 2020. Please advise how to check the production date.
Question: If the App downloads and loads up on my phone, does that mean it will work and fly the FIMI drone?
DJI prevents their Fly app from loading on incompatible phones.
I'm asking, because the drone cannot be easily returned if purchased and then will not fly with current phone.
that's a great question. I don't know, and I don't know any way I could test it other than maybe with my iPad Mini . . . I'll be flying in a couple days and I may try it out.
Otherwise, you could contact Fimi. From what I understand their support people are very responsive. www.fimi.com/contact
Tried this drone but with a gimbal calibration fail out of the box I upgraded to Mavic Air 2. Still, might sell my replacement Fimi 2020 to a friend so I can't wait to see your review. Never able to fly mine after waiting since May for it, sadly. You do very thorough work, keep it up!
Thanks!
🤢 DJI shilling
Very thorough and helpful, thank you. I struggled to pair the controller to the drone prior to your video but now all is well.
Great! Glad I could help!
Does the Fimi x8 SE 2020 make an audible noise ?
When I received mine the box was badly damaged and the drone it self makes alot of noise even though it appears in tact , I haven't flown it yet cause I am trying to work out if it safe to and ultimately what the noise is incase it a faulty sensor and crashes or something.
hmmm . . . it does make noise, certainly. I wouldn't think of it as being really noisy though. Can you compare its noise to another drone, like it's louder than a Mavic Air 2 or more quiet than a Phantom 4?
Here's a short clip of my Fimi hovering around the camera - hopefully that gives you a sense of how loud mine is. ruclips.net/video/cNq_QwNkAR4/видео.html
@@JeffSibelius thanks I'm actually talking about it stopped still static mine makes noises and they dont sound healthy , Fimi are supporting but never said if the noises were normal or not but asked me to do some calibrations , send photos and to send the ''blackbox files'' on that's what the port on the side of the drone is for.
@@johnog8358 Ah, that doesn't sound good then. I haven't noticed any significant noise coming from the drone as it's just sitting there on the ground, or even hovering.
It could be the ultrasonic sensor your hearing. The original Mavic Pro also had a fairly noisy sensor. It’s like bat clicks.
Hi Jeff, I have quick question did you try to use 2020 app with fimi x8 se old model ?
nope - I've never even seen a Fimi product before the 2020 arrived.
@@JeffSibelius ok
The camera (white balance, horizontal tilt) is kind of disappointing. Plagued by chronic disconnects on start up and app freezes..unit makes an low audible buzz noise when powered on that's constant, not sure if that's normal..
Maybe you have a bad unit? I haven't experienced the issues you're describing.
5 weeks since I ordered my fimi 2 battery and case from banggood us ware house. still has not shipped.
Thats the challenge with a new drone - I think they're still filling their preorder backlog. Banggood is also less consistent on when they ship things out.
Ordering from Banggood generally saves you money, but they do require more patience of you for sure.
@@JeffSibelius true thx for the reply! I have not messaged them in 2 weeks maybe ill see if they have any info for me this time. last time they said either cancel or wait but in a friendlier manner.
@@xKevmachinex I ordered mine with two batteries Aug 15 2020 and it arrived in Canada Sept 9 2020 so you may want to contact them.
@@kylequinn1963 order from banggood?
nice tutorial..looking forward to your flight tutorials
Thanks!
Hiya Jeff. Great video, this is just the sort of thing I was looking for, very informative for someone like me who is new to the hobby and wanted to know more about this particular drone. One thing I wanted to ask, I noticed that in the playlist for this drone there are another 3 videos, 2 of them seem to be unavailable and won't play, it states that it is a (private video), is this a problem my end? Thanks 👍
Hi John - Glad you enjoyed the video! The playlist you're looking at may be someone else's list though - I don't think I have any playlists that have nonviewable videos.
Great video this really helped me I just got a Fimi and it's my first real drone... Any idea what the switch and button is beside the SD card slot ?
Glad it helped. I don't think those switches do anything at this point - they were probably added in case they came up with a use for them later, I guess.
One of those buttons isn't a button: it's a pry off cap.
Looking forward to your flight videos
Gonna be fun comparing this to the Mavics, the Evo . . . and maybe even the Skydio 2!
Jeff - Thanks, in advance, for this series. I've got three flights in on my Fimi 2020, and have had no issues. I also wondered about battery firmware updates. I haven't had to do one yet on my spare! Hope you will review/suggest ND filters for this drone - I'd like to have something to protect the camera lens. I did not have an up to date cellphone for this drone, instead, I am using a Lenovo Tab M8 for a dedicated monitor. This works great! Bob
Bob thanks for your post. I hope you'll respond with any ideas you have for videos you'd like to see along with the filters video. I'm always open to suggestions on what people want to see.
Good to know the lenovo works with the fimi. My Samsung 10+ worked well but i would like something bigger.
Very Cool !!
I have more coming on the Fimi. I just published a bunch of sample video clips from the Fimi, I'm working on an extensive review of the drone, and I'll do some tutorials as well.
@@JeffSibelius Alright !
I enjoyed your video on the Fimi. I entered my e-mail and password but could not get a response on the register button for the app.
Any advice? Shutting down the app, I was able to connect the controller to the drone and arm the motors.
Make sure you read the terms and conditions. I had the same problem, but solved it logging in with my Apple ID. Hope that helps.
Good job Jeff. Have a Fimi 2020. Believe it is as good if not better than the Mini. Looking forward to your comparison to the Mini, MA 2 etc.
I'm shooting some more footage of it and with it next week, and after that I'll start assembling the review. I hope to have it out the second or third week in October.
Thanks bud.
Am thinking in buying one later this year wait on till you find all the faults first HaHa .
Smart man!
Fimi hasbattery issues...don't believe me, keep flying this drone and will see...good luck ....
I feel asleep 😴😴😴😴😴😴. Maybe you should have read the manual while your batteries were charging.
How does someone "feel asleep"? 🤔