Bugs 3 with GO Pro Hero 7 Black

[Cris]

Has anyone tried to fly the Bugs 3 with the GO Pro Hero 7 Black (I have doctored the supplied bracket so it will take the GO Pro mount already, but won't attach it until I gain flight experience, so just using a cheaper camera at the moment).

I here varying opinion, in that, if I use the Wi Fi on the Go Pro for close range FPV it may cause problems with the signal to the Drone and it may fall out of the sky? I have seen two Youtube videos showing this happen.....however they seem to be earlier Go Pro's......The Hero 7 Black can operate at either 2.4 or 5ghz, so if I set it at 5ghz would this definitely stop this problem as the Bugs 3 operates at 2.4ghz? That is of course if the Huawei Mate 20 Pro supports 5ghz as again there are differing opinions on the internet.

Thanks in advance.

 

[roger jones]

Same boat here yet to use my cheap action camera, pending GoPro hero 4

Your sounds better and the 5ghz a distinct advantage. Based on reading the same issues as you re 2.4.

Very pleased with my Bugs so far.

 

[Cris]

Same boat here yet to use my cheap action camera, pending GoPro hero 4

Your sounds better and the 5ghz a distinct advantage. Based on reading the same issues as you re 2.4.

Very pleased with my Bugs so far.

Thanks Roger....I have to admit I have flown Drones with GPS before the Bugs 3 and I am only just getting used to how much thrust to lift it off the pad and then when it lifts when to control the ascent into a hover without it dropping back down again.

I must say, even with a bit of wind today I have had some great low height and distance flights and got to fly it more. Will be better next week when I have more batteries. It is very very sensitive and I need to wear my glasses so I do not make mistaken gestures on the sticks and thrust the drone even further away when I am supposed to be bringing it back.

Suppose I have to admit, with a bit of glare on the Quad at 30 or 40ft my eyes are just not good enough and I cannot tell if it is glare or the forward facing LED. I am open to any flying tips off anyone..... I have stripped the drone back down to the short legs and decided I will not put a camera back on until I fly more proficiently. Now keeping to maneuvers at low height and shorter distances whilst I learn. If it's like this in LOW power what is it gonna be like in power setting 2, that's a few weeks away for definite!!

This forum not only seems to be very friendly it is also full of very helpful experienced people, thank you all!

 

[Dugdog47]

I recommend removing the front light and installing a 5.8 fpv camera.

Learn the basic controls line of sight then get some fpv goggles, it's the best way to fly.

My bugs 3 I installed the c5830 fpv camera which is made to go in the bugs 8, although a little modification I got it to fit the bugs 3.

Once you go fpv you never go back lol.

 

[Cris]

Ta Dugdog47.....only had it a few days so if it all tests out ok, I may then feel confident enough to start modding it, a great bit of advice too. Would I be able to record off this camera too?

 

[Rick M]

MJX makes the C5820 camera specifically to fit the Bugs 3. It's a little harder to find than the C5830, and even sellers confuse them, so you will need to do a bit of research to ensure you are buying the right one. As far as using the WiFi signal on a GoPro for FPV, I wouldn't even attempt it.. You won't get any range at all, and it is very likely to mess with the control signal.

 

[Cris]

Valuable information kind regards!! As far as using the WiFi signal on a GoPro for FPV, I wouldn't even attempt it.. You won't get any range at all, and it is very likely to mess with the control signal.