I've found these are awesome for switching cameras between multiple different planes. Just being able to take the entire camera/VTX package and move it from one plane to another is quite nice, but if you make a better one ...
It's a great setup, the quick swap base is a good way to save some money on camera/VTX across planes. When using the tilt mechanism i found the camera wasnt completely centred so the mount needs to be offset to the side a little bit. Small thing but annoying nonetheless lol. The soldering was a bit fiddly for the tilt servo, wouldnt have killed them to include 2 more pins.
Given your experience, the concerns you voiced are fair and well thought out, things a lot of folk who just buy rather then build wouldn't spot. Not sure about that helmet for the camera, looks like it'd limit the cooling airflow.
Been using one of these on my Dolphin, Altus and now AR Wing Pro (maiden this weekend). It’s really been great but it makes my Dolphin so top heavy it wants to roll over with it. Trying to figure out how to get it down inside some.
This is what I use on my jet and I love how I can change it from. One plane to another . It’s also really tough , I’ve crashed7 times full nosedive and it’s always good . But it’s heavy and the pan and tilt setup is too tall . I wish there was a v2 that was lower profile
Yeah, that's what I was thinking about. Makes it easier to move the whole FPV gear from model to model. But I still would put a top plate and metal standoffs for protection...
Sorry Keith, on this occasion I have to disagree with your verdict on this part. With Moonlight kits costing almost GBP200 in the UK the advantage of this is being able to use this camera/VTX on more than one plane and saving loads of money. The time and effort to remove and refit three screws is minimal for the benefit you get. On a plane the extra weight of the base part will hardly affect the performance, battery choice will be more influential.
Yeah I'm not saying this is a bad option, just that I think you could accomplish all the same things while keeping it lighter, smaller, and less bulky for less drag is all. I'd start with a smaller top section with the VTX mounted lower, and much less material around the camera... lol Rather than the base plate with connector, I'd mount it straight to the plane with the screws and put a connector in the wires as I mentioned, which would allow you to also remove the canopy from the plane more easily. That offers the benefit if easily removing power form the VTX when working on the bench too, so it doesn't overheat. Like I said I'm probably being overly critical, but more or less just pointing out areas I think it could be improved. All that said, it's still probably the best "out of the box" solution available right now if you don't want to DIY... lol
How did you secure the camera? With one screw on side it seems to be prone to getting lose a bit. Also you can increase PWM signal for servo and look back with it.
There a single screw on each side. It works well enough, especially with the Moonlight camera that has little silicone pads at the mounting screws, it offers some extra "grip" and stays put. I usually increase output to get maximum travel from the pan servo, but in this case I actually limited it a bit. With a normal 1000-2000uS pulse width, it already gets nearly the max travel unlike some that need 500-2500 to get the full range. I limited it a bit so it stops just where the VTX starts coming in the view, as I pointed out in the video if you pan back any more you'll just see more and more of the VTX filling the frame, so no point... lol
The Moonlight will give you the bets overall image quality with better colors and 4K recording onboard. It also yields excellent results with Gyroflow if you want to utilize that. It's maximum RF output is 1200mW. The GT only records up to 1080p but comes with the Pro camera, which has better low light performance. It maxes out at 2000mW.
Really interesting indeed, Keith! Thanks for the review and all the info! 😊 But I'd make it even bulkier, for protection of the components. 😬 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
So it's basically a 12v dewalt connector!? that's brilliant!
I've found these are awesome for switching cameras between multiple different planes. Just being able to take the entire camera/VTX package and move it from one plane to another is quite nice, but if you make a better one ...
Yeah this is probably the best "out of the box" option out there, I just see some areas it could be improved and offer all the same benefits is all.
It's a great setup, the quick swap base is a good way to save some money on camera/VTX across planes. When using the tilt mechanism i found the camera wasnt completely centred so the mount needs to be offset to the side a little bit. Small thing but annoying nonetheless lol. The soldering was a bit fiddly for the tilt servo, wouldnt have killed them to include 2 more pins.
quick swap is key. You can have one super good camera/transmitter and move it between planes fairly easily.
Cool, love your videos. Keep them coming!
Given your experience, the concerns you voiced are fair and well thought out, things a lot of folk who just buy rather then build wouldn't spot. Not sure about that helmet for the camera, looks like it'd limit the cooling airflow.
Been using one of these on my Dolphin, Altus and now AR Wing Pro (maiden this weekend). It’s really been great but it makes my Dolphin so top heavy it wants to roll over with it. Trying to figure out how to get it down inside some.
I have both the pan & the pan & tilt. Wish there was separate solder pads for the servo as soldering 2 wires on one pad is tricky
This is what I use on my jet and I love how I can change it from. One plane to another . It’s also really tough , I’ve crashed7 times full nosedive and it’s always good . But it’s heavy and the pan and tilt setup is too tall . I wish there was a v2 that was lower profile
Put one of my bases on a RC car and the other on a plane, seems to work great so far.
Yeah, that's what I was thinking about. Makes it easier to move the whole FPV gear from model to model.
But I still would put a top plate and metal standoffs for protection...
@@MCsCreations Not too worried on a plane, but on a car definitely wise to put it inside a cage or body.
@@KHoff77 Exactly.
Very nicely done!
Sorry Keith, on this occasion I have to disagree with your verdict on this part. With Moonlight kits costing almost GBP200 in the UK the advantage of this is being able to use this camera/VTX on more than one plane and saving loads of money. The time and effort to remove and refit three screws is minimal for the benefit you get. On a plane the extra weight of the base part will hardly affect the performance, battery choice will be more influential.
Yeah I'm not saying this is a bad option, just that I think you could accomplish all the same things while keeping it lighter, smaller, and less bulky for less drag is all. I'd start with a smaller top section with the VTX mounted lower, and much less material around the camera... lol Rather than the base plate with connector, I'd mount it straight to the plane with the screws and put a connector in the wires as I mentioned, which would allow you to also remove the canopy from the plane more easily. That offers the benefit if easily removing power form the VTX when working on the bench too, so it doesn't overheat. Like I said I'm probably being overly critical, but more or less just pointing out areas I think it could be improved. All that said, it's still probably the best "out of the box" solution available right now if you don't want to DIY... lol
How did you secure the camera? With one screw on side it seems to be prone to getting lose a bit.
Also you can increase PWM signal for servo and look back with it.
There a single screw on each side. It works well enough, especially with the Moonlight camera that has little silicone pads at the mounting screws, it offers some extra "grip" and stays put. I usually increase output to get maximum travel from the pan servo, but in this case I actually limited it a bit. With a normal 1000-2000uS pulse width, it already gets nearly the max travel unlike some that need 500-2500 to get the full range. I limited it a bit so it stops just where the VTX starts coming in the view, as I pointed out in the video if you pan back any more you'll just see more and more of the VTX filling the frame, so no point... lol
I got one of these and havent installed it for the same reason. Not enough pins for the pan + tilt + digital vtx.
Just tie the ground wires together, works well with my O3 unit.
@@TravisTalbott good idea! Thanks!
One wonders what is the difference between the MoonLight and the GT Air units??
The Moonlight will give you the bets overall image quality with better colors and 4K recording onboard. It also yields excellent results with Gyroflow if you want to utilize that. It's maximum RF output is 1200mW. The GT only records up to 1080p but comes with the Pro camera, which has better low light performance. It maxes out at 2000mW.
@@bonafidepirate Thank you very much sir!
Really interesting indeed, Keith! Thanks for the review and all the info! 😊
But I'd make it even bulkier, for protection of the components. 😬
Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊