Hubsan H501C GPS Camera Drone Flight Test Review
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- This new version of the popular H501 GPS camera quadcopter is up to $100 cheaper than the H501S version. Yet it still has the same airframe, brushless motors, 1080p camera, GPS position hold, telemetry, and return to home and landing capability. Buy it here shrsl.com/?dpkd
Pros
- Powerful brushless motor quadcopter at a reasonable price. Price reduction achieved by elimination of FPV and follow me capabilities of the H501S.
- GPS position hold flying.
- Return to home and automatic landing capability at takeoff point. Returns to home automatically on loss of signal from the transmitter, or if manually initiated by the return to home button.
- Transmitter is not a battery eater like that of the H501S. You'll get many flights out of a set of batteries with this transmitter (I'm still going strong with more than a dozen flights).
- Great transmitter. I've flown it out to 300 meters before losing sight of the quadcopter forced me to turn back. But I still had control of the quadcopter throughout that flight.
- Transmitter includes telemetry information of quadcopter's directional heading, distance, height, satellites received, and quadcopter remaining battery power.
- Very portable. Just the right save to take on a trip or on an airplane.
- Relatively quiet and non-intrusive in flight. Should be able to fly this in many places without being hassled.
- 1080p full HD camera.
Cons
- Does not have the FPV or follow me capability of the H501S. These capabilities were removed in the H501C to greatly reduce the cost of this quadcopter.
- Still weighs more than 250 grams, and will require FAA registration.
Vendor's Description:
1080P HD Camera
The built in HD camera are tuned amazingly to capture stunning pictures and video from the skies. The aerial live video and pictures give you a brand new view, shocking your mind.
GPS System
GPS system to guide the aircraft flying on the right route without missing the direction.
Altitude Hold Mode
GPS built-in, can lock the drone`s position,Hovering at a certain altitude.
GPS Return to Home and Failsafe
The Hubsan H501C features built-in GPS which enables the quadcopter to enter into a failsafe mode if the connection to the radio transmitter is lost. In failsafe mode, the flight control system will automatically control the quadcopter and bring it back to the Return To Home point and land. The RTH function can also be enabled directly from the transmitter, this will automatically bring the quadcopter to the Home point and land safely.
20mins Flying time
Use 2700mAh LiPo-battery,fly 20 minutes after one full charge, recycly use, envuroment friendly.
Brushless Motor
Each motor is made by the superb technology, more powerful and more durable, the precise and self-tightening propellers help in a batter and safer flight
LED Lights
H501C is outfitted with multi-color LED lights, making the flight more spectacular especially in the dark.
General
Brand Hubsan
Model H501C
Quantity 1 Piece
Frequency 2.4G
Channel 4CH
Gyr 6 axis
Color Black
Camera 1080P Built-in Camera
FOV 90°wide Angle
Motor (x4) PM1806 KV1650(Brushless)
ESC 12A
Quadcopter Battery 7.4V 2700mAh 10C(Included)
Battery Weight 105g
Flight Time About 20 minutes
Flight Weight(included battery):35-445g
Charging Time About 210 minutes
Control Distance About 300m
Memory Card 4G TF card. Max support: 64G card(Not Included)
Battery for Transmitter 4 x AAA batteries(not included)
Quadcopter Weight 410g
Product Size 22*22*7cm
Wheelbase 311mm
Box Size 37.5*30.5*11.5cm
Package Contents
1 x Hubsan H501C RC Quadcopter, 1 x Transmitter, 1 x 7.4V 2700mAh 10C LiPo-Battery, 4 x Propellers (2XCW 2XCCW), 1 x Charger, 1 x Screwdriver, 1 x English Manual
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You can *find the H501C here* goo.gl/BknN8w or here goo.gl/9cGUaz
Note that headless mode is no longer available with this drone.
Quadcopter 101 In your opinion, would you pick this bird or the Bugs 2C? I'm tossed up between the two although this one seems to have the better camera.
A lot of people have been asking me to review the WLToys Q333-A. I will eventually. But dang, for about the same price you could have so much more in capability, such as the quadcopter in the above video.
Q333 is mostly the cool factor methinks. I mean it is a sexy beast in the looks department, even without any options or brushless motors... But yeah for the same amount you can get this or for around €20 right now you can even get a CX20
Playin' w/Kouji82, Borgman The Q333 looks good. But in the end, it's just an average 100 meter toy grade FPV quadcopter. There are many out there already in this class, much cheaper, and with much better perfromance. Such as the following ruclips.net/video/scJ67mWmD_E/видео.html
Yes I completely agree, but that retractable landing gear and being "Inspired" by another "One" :P That is kinda the main selling point
I also shudder at that proprietary battery in any case and it seems rather fragile :(
Hi, Great video and great location to video, I would like to know if the camera of this quad is really 1080P?
Jaime Viloria It is really 1080p. Here's another video of it flying at dusk ruclips.net/video/XBWZzdKOaKg/видео.html
Damn! that's a lot of copter for the price! The camera actually looks really nice, too.
I run this quad with a 25 - 200mw all in one fpv camera / vtx mounted on the nose of the drone and powered by a seperate 1S lipo attached to the bottom. I have not done extreme long range, but at several hundred feet, I don't see a lot of difference in power levels and the 25mw runs much cooler. I bought a 501S controller and it works great with it. However, another user also provided me with fairly easy mod to tap video and voltage off the standard camera board and feed that to a seperate fpv transmitter as well. When bound with the 501S controller you will gain altitude hold mode, full telemetry display on screen, follow me mode, and fpv reception on the controller screen, if you add the fpv equipment to the quad. If you use the controller fpv receiver you will of course have to find a common frequency and manually set the receiver in the 501S transmitter to it. Once you set that, unless you rebind, it will stay set.
Do you mean the 501s regular or advanced transmitter?
I'm using the regular transmitter with the dual antenna mod.
love watching your channel 101.got to say were you live is amazing.got to get myself this quad video the best i've ever seen on such a cheap quad. keep up the good work. happy flying my friend ;).
Yes, that's what I thought, like the 107+ range, but right stick pushed does nothing, neither does there seem a way to get settings menu (SE) to adjust sensitivity, not that I even want headless, just that it's says it's a feature, I reckon they've removed that capability. Love the video, and thanks for instant reply, cheers from the UK.
Awesome version with CCmixster! Great videography too!
Make sure to see tomorrow's!
The video quality from this bird is really good! And no jello either! For it's price, I don't think you can get much better video.
Much better video than 502e, comparing the video you took in similar locations in western PA from your earlier review of the 502e and this 501c. It's sharper, the color is better, the white balance isn't as blown out. The 1080p cam on the 501c is quite a upgrade. Is this the same camera that is on the 501s, the FPV version? I'm asking because it looks better than the video you took with that model (501S) some time back. And thanks for another great review!
As far as I know, it should be the same camera as the H501S. Unless they had to do something different because of the FPV?
With the reduction in onboard tech and the power drain for the FPV is there a noticeable increase in the flight time compared to the 501S?
Great review on the Hubsan products thanks.
Very nice quad. Great video.
I was curious if this quad actually still had a VTX. It would almost make sense for Hubsan to use the same internal parts and software as the 501S. So if you used an FPV receiver with this, are you sure you wont get an FPV signal from it? Even if it didn't have a VTX, you could probably add one and have a pretty awesome package!!
No it doesn't.
Nice review wonder if any difference to 501e model aside from 1080p camera
Yes, brushless motors and much longer flight time (close to 20 minutes)
Are the remote controllers interchangeable between h501c and h501s?
How much better is this over the 502 series?
Missing the link where to buy
thanx for all your help 101,
it all worked out great with your help but still can't get the quadcopter to arm after doing everything you said. so I ordered a new transmitter hoping that will solve the problem. ....
Michael Udut
I have the same problem. Do you were able to fix the problem with a new transmitter?
Juan Ramos that wasent the solution. I think I was doing the calibration wrong but I lost it in the sky anyway and the new transmitter never did come
Just bought my in Gearbest $160. I am currently not able to bind the quad provided this video and manual instructions procedures. Any help, I lost the binding when I switched from mode 2 to mode 1. I didn't fly even once.
See the following video of the H502E starting at 1:33 ruclips.net/video/NLj2hqVC4aA/видео.html
The video shows how to rebind Hubsan quadcopters, along with a quicker way to calibrate the compass. Although it's a different quadcopter, the technique is the same for all Hubsans.
To rebind (if bind has been lost):
1) Plug in the quadcopter and place it on a flat and level surface.
2) Hold down the transmitter camera button, while simultaneously turning on the transmitter.
You should only need to rebind once, after which you should only need to turn on the transmitter to bind.
Also consider calibrating the sticks of your transmitter. Here's how ruclips.net/video/HIuSeDmszXg/видео.html
can the rate be change on the 501s? I'm really liking the quad. but enough speed for me. awesome areal shot of the lake 👍👍👍
Yes it can, but video stability becomes more twitchy at higher rate.
Quadcopter 101
OK. How can I change the rates on it? Thank you. I not really worry about the video. I really wanna see what this bird can do. I have the white and gold. And my bro called it the white power ranger. Lol.
Well see the above video at 12:45
My 501C just won't calibrate. Could that be due to a faulty compass module? Have you ever experienced a quad that won't compass calibrate?
Yes I have occassionally on both the H501 and H502. Try turning it the way that I demonstrate at 2:11 in the following video. It seems to speed up the calibration for me. ruclips.net/video/NLj2hqVC4aA/видео.html
i can't seem to be able to bind the receiver to the quad. all i get is steady white lights and one pink on the quad's leds. weird, huh? can you help me? thanks in advance.
Here's how to rebind the Hubsan H500 series transmitters ruclips.net/video/8_b8zGLomCQ/видео.html
Does the 501(c) come with North America plug on the charger?
thankyou.
will this quad do flips and rolls..like your vids..
No, this is mainly an easy take-along GPS camera bird.
hi thanks for the video review. can you tell me what the top speed m/s in forward and elevation? and is this info also part of the telemetry info on the remotet? much thanks
It depends if you fly in GPS or manual mode. I believe in high rate GPS, top speed is limited to 10 m/s (a little over 20 mph). But in manual altitude hold mode, there is no restriction. The following fellow clocked his at 20 m/s (45 mph) before it flipped over ruclips.net/video/ZsL4Xnw1aSQ/видео.html
And no, speed is not part of the telemetry. Telemetry info includes directional heading, range, altitude, remaining battery power, and satellites locked on
hey buddy,, i just got one of these and can find how to gps lock it...
Did it complete the compass calibration successfully? Also, you need to be outdoors in an open area for it to receive the satellites. If you're doing such, what specifically is it doing or not doing?
was just wondering why my lights blink on my 501c and in your video yours are solid any idea?
You can set them to taste, either full on, blinking, or off by pushing down on the throttle trim button while in flight. My personal preference is blinking as it simulates the blinking lights of a real aircraft in flight.
Quadcopter 101 very good thanks for the reply back and keep up the good work love your videos and I'm always learning each time i watch your videos
Too bad no FPV. Otherwise it seems like a really cool camera drone.
Gosh , after calibrating the controler it won't bind anymore ( already tried everything , and it worked perfectly before this )
Not sure what tried everything means, but you probably need to factory rebind it. It's very simple.
1. Plug in the battery.
2. Hold down the upper left video button, while simultaneously turning on the transmitter.
Wait a few seconds. If it next asks you to start the compass calibration, then you are rebound.
For follow on startups, it should remember the bind (no need to hold the video button every startup).Not sure what
After many tries , it worked after putting my drone on my transmiter and holding down the camera button and power on, thanks for the answer anyway
But now i have another problem , my camera is recording with interruptions ( records 3 seconds and then skips like 4 seconds ) , but taking photo works greate
Mr. Quad, what is your bio?
Which is worth it h501c or h502s?
Can you take this out of gps mode or is it always gps locked once it finds the satellites?
No it stays in GPS once it finds enough satellites.
nice
sorry I meant left stick!!
Cool I live in pa
could u mount a sportcam on that drone?
Yes you can, with the following accessory ruclips.net/video/k0GEMJujPJA/видео.html
Hi, In failsafe mode, (let's say the transmitter loses power, shuts off or losses transmission with the 501c), do the motors shut off after it returns to home? or do they continue to spin after it lands?
They continue to spin at low idle.
Interesting. I never tested it, but after calling Hubsan, they said they will shut down after it lands in failsafe mode? Have you tested it? i'm just worried if my transmitter dies, I'll have a quad on the ground with spinning blades that I can't turn off.
See the following starting at 4:25 ruclips.net/video/N92hcuyCCA8/видео.html
The motors continue at idle.
wow, guess you are right. I wonder why the tech at Hubsan USA told me otherwise. They are in Walnut CA 909-444-0555. I guess I'll test it out myself this weekend. I'm just concerned that if my radio dies there would be no way to stop the motors from spinning or just wait till they battery dies. thanks.
Terry Leong Or you coulld just unplug it
Does it have headless mode ?
No
is this better than and faster than xk x251 quadcopter
This is a gentle flying GPS camera quadcopter. The X251 is a non-GPS sport quadcopter. They're very different, and hard to compare.
Quadcopter 101 hi how about the speed
X251 is much faster. But it also requires greater skill to fly.
This thing is one say for 60% off for the next 3days. They say it is normally 400.00 but now it is 159.99
Just marketing baloney. That is its normal price, about $160.
Hmm, thanks. :) I was rushing around trying to come up with the money before it went to 400.00
I just got one from the GearBest US LA warehouse for $135
Stephen Merritt Good deal there. How do you like it? How does it do it the wind and such?
everything seems pretty decent but i had a lot of excess jello in the camera, Mr. 101 suggested i check the props...didn't get a chance today but will soon and reply accordingly.
Sky Rocket toys are here.
u forgot to add where we can buy it ...😓....😜
Link has now been posted in the video description section.
Note, I have been hearing reports that headless mode is no longer available on this drone.
The onboard camera is of a pretty good quality!
Can you use the H501s transmitter with the H501c? Or can you use the H501c transmitter with the H501s? Does the H502e transmitter work with either the H501s or the H501c?
I to would like to know.....
Hi 101, I truly hope that the instruction manual for the H501C has a superior 'English translation' than my JJRC H26 and Tarantula X6 have. Referring to either of those is painful to say the least. I ordered the H501C yesterday and waited with baited breath for it's arrival. I love watching your videos, and I am thankful there are those out there with simple, effective narrative which explain exactly what is required. Good on you. Keep up the good work.
I realy like this dron and I'm looking to replays my h502e with this one: )
Love your reviews sir. Been watching them daily. Keep up the good work. Very informative.
I was thinking about buying a cheaper brushless GPS camera quad. This seems the best choice so far: great video quality, lots of telemetry info, long battery life, not clumsy controller. I like it. Do you still recommend this quad for $190? Thanks.
All your videos are on the desert but this one is opposite.Your videos are too good. Thanks for such information.
what happened to the hubsan x4 h109? i saw a couple of dutch videos about a year ago and then nothing.
I guess that you're a recen subscriber?
ruclips.net/video/59bjdCxtknE/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/FCI2dtV1tjA/видео.html
+Quadcopter 101 Not the pro. there is a video by rcfun.dk and Johan Pedersen, i think it might have been replaced with one of the newer models, i don't think it even had gps. when i first saw it a year ago banggood only had pre orders available but then it disappeared. thanks for the awesome video.
I have just finished up watching and reading a whole bunch of reviews for various Hubsan X4 Models.
If you would be so kind as to answer a question for me I would be very grateful.
Basically I'm turning around and around in circles trying to decide which model to get. The Desire Toy grade model looks to do all I want, however I have heard that brushless motors are a really big plus. Would you consider that at twice the price where I am in the world that the H501C still represents value compared to the H502E ?
Thanks for your time if you get this.
+Quadcopter101 is this quad worth the extra money over the 502e? I really like the thought of brushless motors. Do you know of any brushless upgrades for the 502? And would that mean I'd have to upgrade ESCs?
Hi! What are the rules when you travel via airplane for the lipo batteries? can you take them with you on your backpack or they need to go in the regular luggage? I'm going to PR on vacations and I forgot to do my homework.. I'm taking my Husband 502e desire. with me. thank you for helping me choose this lovely quadcopter.
I have flown it 194 meters high and over 214 meters distance on my 9th flight. At that distance you need a binocular as this is a small quad. I found it was taking time to response on my left and right. RTH pressed and came back home. Pictures were not that good from above 70 meters. But it was a great experience with the $200 machine.
hey I was wondering, would you be able to recommend a good quadcopter that has atleast a 720p (a 1080p would be nice) camera with fpv capabilities, a "gps position hold" feature and a reasonable battery for $200 or under?
That camera is ACTUAL 1080p. Really nice, steady footage. I'm budgeting for the H501S though for the FPV.
What you think of the h502s I have seen your video but wanted to know what you think, I like the h501 but it’s just a little big for my needs but I do like the 1080p the only real thing I am debating is the 720p on the h502 if this had the same camera I would get the h502! do you know any alternatives for something that has the size and gps features but good camera ?
Please help i can not enable headless mode, I have a new drone (3 days). They were versions H501c without this function "headless mode"? In the manual, nothing is written about the function "headless mode"
this is the drone I bought a few years ago. had a software malfunction flew up to 3100 meters and disconnected. wild
Thanks for the video links and advice, I try to follow the manual but the difference was to power on the Quad first then immediately press and hold the camera button, turn on the Tx and place in close/touching Quad. Once again thank you.
I recalibrated my transmitter as you showed in your video and now my 501c will not bind I've tried everything and no luck at all and for the person asking about no headless mode the newest 501c don't have it even though it's advertised
When you recalibrated, did you do it as follows?
1) hold both sticks up and to the left, while simultaneously turning the transmitter on.
2) Move both sticks around in a large circles, making sure to hit all extreme edges including corners.
3) Let go of the sticks and press any trim button until you hear a beep.
4) Turn off the transmitter.
Now to bind the quadcopter (if it lost bind), first verify that your quadcopter battery is fully charged, then do as follows.
1) Plug in the quadcopter and place it on a flat and level surface.
2) While keeping the transmitter close to the quadcopter, hold the camera button (upper left trigger button) down while simultaneously turning on the transmitter. Wait a few seconds to see if it binds. Try a couple more times if it doesn't bind the first try.
If 1) and 2) still doesn't work, repeat but start with Step 2) then proceed to 1).
Finally, once you get it to bind, it should automatically bind for future flights. Only need to redo the binding procedure if it loses bind.
Hey.. Quadcopter 101 that happened to your Mojave Desert? ... hahaha..oooh man, this is all too green!, unbelievable !
Ok thank you been looking for a Brushless quad that can do flips rolls and FPV..maybe xk x252? I
I have to say that Hubsan makes the best quad I ever seen for the price there camera on most are so smooth and no jello which is amazing the next thing they will do I'll bet is have a touch regular controller instead of al the app one or one that u can just control by your voice now that would be so cool .I am really nt a fan of cell phone controller to be honest sure there cool but the regular controller is so much more better and u put that with touch screen or voice and wow u have something special
My hubsan h501c when I squeeze the return home he is stopping too far from the start of departure one 50 meters away how can I fix this friend please
the manual that came with my 501c quod shows only operation of the 501s transmitter where can I get the wright one or download from a site but great quod
i cant get my 501 to take photos or video. the sd card slot seems to not accept my sd card properly unless im doing something wrong. Any tips?
Eu queria comprar um desse, mas tenho medo de fica retido na alfandega, porque aqui no brazil ANATEL exige que o drone seja hologado. è comum eles reterem?
Does flying on a cloudy day affect the gps on this copter? Thanks
thanks 4 sharing. . just ordered 1 h501c this morning. I should have it in 15 days or less. :)
WHY did you leave out your water landing?! That would have been a great learning experience to share!!
You don't need to spin your body and you need to go slower and steadier when calibrating these. Takes 2 rotations for each step.
The micro looks squished whilst the mini is fatter. Samsungs use the squished micro USB .
Mine gives glitchy video on windy days , is that normal for this quad?
I'm new to flying drones. Can you visually see where you are going in real time while flying?
i finally got a hubsan H501S and after waiting weeks for it to turn up and watching your reviews over n over proving i made the right choice.. ( i did ) it turns up a week ago and the Screen is smashed! :'( lovely Quad though, sooo smooth and responsive. just no FPV yet till a new controller eventually arrives :'(
keep it up though quadcopter 101 great reviews! ..
Thanks from the UK
Can I use USB wifi extender on this drone? I take this one on trips because controller is small. Some of your other videos do include wifi extender on certain reviews. I enjoy your videos too!
Unfortunately this drone does not use WiFi. Video is only recorded to an onboard memory card for later viewing on your computer after you land.
i wondered if you know if there are/future upgrades on adjusting camera options in the quad itself, like white balance and such? nice video btw.
I guess this one is going to have to be registered with FAA because it weighs over .55 pounds.
So for the 501s you have never lost contact between 100 meters?*..ive watched you and Jay drone since day one of my flights, very particular differences because of the honesty of range,..all fo respect^^ I'm the clone of the two of you guys I beleive...haha/thanks by the way, very informational..#1 at that..but please express range..it will give you the pop..
This is the H501C, a different quadcopter. But I get similar control ranges for the H501S. Are you instead referring to FPV video range? Keep in mind that I was flying visual line of sight in theses videos (not FPV). The quadcopter was a dot in the sky while doing such, but easily controllable using the following technique ruclips.net/video/qdYTCfjUVVo/видео.html
Can you get your 501c LED lights to strobe while flying? I can only turn them on or off using the L trim button. Any advice? Also, no headless function but by pressing R stick it does show Headless on the remote??? Thank's for your time, Jeff Kraus.
I think that the most recent versions got rid of headless mode. And they may have changed the strobing also. But here's how to switch between. If it doesn't work, Hubsan may have changed it ruclips.net/video/5KHpN5z-Nho/видео.html
Thank you thank you thank you !!!!! Just got my Hubsan 501C today, read the manual 400 times, calibrated the tx, took it outside to calibrate the compass but no joy ... oh yes it beeped !!! nice lights .. looks good but still no joy. Then noticed on the transmitter tx ,,,,,,, good rx nothing! tried a dozen more times, no joy. Decided to check out Quadcopter 101 ... yeah .. had it on the work bench frustrated as heck but ok will try the video/pic button hold turn on the tx as you said.... beeeeeep !!! and yeah !! I had a proper bind!! So will now take it outside and do it in a proper invironment for the first time. Your cheque is in the mail... no just kidding..t wanted you to know you are a great help and wealth of knowledge on here, and the reason I purchased this Hubsan in the first place was because of your great demo. thanks again. oh and i wish i could find out what happens when you press down the left hand throttle stick... a little symbol comes on .. not shown in the manual.. not going to touch that until i find out LOLOL ps: check out my youtube some time if you want, am starting to post some video on it .ruclips.net/channel/UCjCc-Z66m8xbdoDgJ3BdQrw Happy Flying GrampaKenCanada
Although it's not listed in the manual, am pretty sure that pressing the left throttle stick turns hedless mode on and off.
Beautiful place! Great view of the lake! I hope that you're having (had?) a nice vacation. Too bad you weren't using FPV over the creek... Would have been a fun exploration. Did you grow up there?
+Clinton L. Callaway spent summers growing up near here. Still like to visit in the summer.
Was not expecting that much when I spend only $200 on this. Over 35 flights and some in really windy conditions. Still going good. One thing they could improve is introducing 3 axis gimbal to compete with DJI. I wouldn't mind paying a little more if I see this in near future.
It is a great quadcopter. Just stay away from eagles with it ruclips.net/video/DohfkCaXAuE/видео.html
is that some green grass ? WHERE ARE THE TUMBLE WEEDS!
could you show how to do fpv for this quod also how to extend range on the transmitter
Hey QC101 - can you do a short video (Or maybe you already have) about BATTERY CARE and tips and tricks? I have a lot of the Tarantula X6 / JJRC X1 batteries that ALL died about the same time (about 10 batteries all at the same time) -- that's $100 down the toilet to me -- Am I only supposed to get so many flights out of them? Am I over charging them? Should I not store them charged? Should I leave them uncharged until right before flight day? Should I not wash them in the dishwasher? (Kidding) -- anyway - let me know! -- The batteries simply wont hold a charge -- after charging them for a couple of hours - the start out with blinking lights on the Quad and then just stop after a few seconds ---- I would ESPECIALLY like to know about care because of my XK-Detect 380 batteries which are $50 each --- and I am about to buy the H501S as well - and I cannot afford to lose my quad over a lake because I cant depend on the batteries ---
Thank you!
so is this basically the same as h5021 e but with better range and brushless motors
I have the 502E and that's also a lot of bang for the buck ! GPS, RTH the same telemetry information as the 501C. Great remote range and fly time. I have to admit the 501C camera looks a lot nicer, though. And although the GPS position hold works well, the 502 E is fighting any kind of breeze really hard. If you have to go against a head wind it slows down quite a bit. Just a small brushed motor quad after all. But for $ 83 you cant go wrong. I would love to put the Eachine EF01 camera on it, but I am afraid the camera will block / mess with the GPS signal.
I wanted to buy one of those, but I'm afraid of being held in customs, because here in Brazil ANATEL requires that the drone is hologado. It is common to retain them?
You're missing a "mo" there :)
Also, there is an English word for that: "homologated" :)
And just to clarify for anyone else reading this; ANATEL is Brazil's version of the FCC, and they require any imported device that transmit radio or whatever to be tested locally to see if the emissions obey the requirements; and if it isn't officially sold here, each unit needs to undergo a costly inspection to receive a seal of approval or else they get to keep it. I got no clue how often they're catching drones nowadays though; but my two X5C's got taxed by customs (one in the middle of last year, and another a few weeks ago, but only the first one came with a transmitter).
Quadcopter 101 can you please tell me what is the range you get with the H501C mine is about 100 metres and stop there like an invisible wall blocking.Thank you
If it's stopping, then it's at the edge of reception from your transmitter. But I get close to 300 meters with mine. For example, in the following video I do a circle around my position at about 270 meters radius. ruclips.net/video/XBWZzdKOaKg/видео.html
Are you flying near WiFi interference, such as near an apartment building? If so, try flying at another location. Also very important, make sure to use new and good quality batteries in the transmitter.
I bought one a week ago on eBay for $125 shipped from NJ and it's a great quad. I bought it primarily for the gps position hold and RTH which works when you've lost sight of it or it flys out of range. They work. The 1080p video is nice too. One thing I haven't figured out is the purpose of the quad in a circle icon. I'm guessing the "H" on the display is for the compass heading? Quadcopter 101's reviews are tops in this hobby. You're "the professor " of drone reviews. I'm a newbie with drones at 71 but am loving them!
I couldn't find your last reply
but also when I'm done with the second calibration, the lights go off for a second then come back on blinking, it won't compass lock. is that a problem with the transmitter or the quadcopter? tia
Regarding the not arming That should be a simple one to fix. The likely reason that it's not arming is that the transmitter sticks may be out of calibration. Do you know how to do such? The following shows how to do it for an older Hubsan quad, but the procedures are the same for all Hubsans. Watch and repeat what's done from 29 seconds to 1 minutes 6 seconds in this video ruclips.net/video/HIuSeDmszXg/видео.html
Regarding the lights blinking, you can set them to taste. You can have them on constantly, you can set them to blink, or you can turn them off entirely. Press the trim button under the throttle to cycle through the three LED modes (I like blinking, it looks like an airplane from afar :)
Regarding compass calibration, try doing it as I demonstrate in the following video. It's done with a H502C, but the procedures are the same. I find this way of compass calibration to be the easiest/quickest/best way. ruclips.net/video/NLj2hqVC4aA/видео.html
After calibrating the controler it won't bind anymore.
I Hold down the upper left video button, while simultaneously turning on the transmitter, still nothing, After calibration was ok.
Try new batteries.
Would you be able to do the sky drone pro v2 in your next video please
That would be great if this could be used with the 501S transmitter, thanks for the reply.
It can be. It transmits gps coordinates. All you'd need would be an All-In-One FPV camera attached to it.
Does anyone knows how long this thing last without crashing, mean the motor.
Camera looks pretty nice, the saturation is very good...