Recent content by DaveTN

Several articles I've read state that it will only effect GPS devices Pre 2010. So I guess my Spark will be OK but 2009 Infiniti G37x Coupe will be FUBAR. David

Thanks for the update. I wasn't aware the "feature" was removed. David

Good tips. I flew a Holy Stone F181C - No GPS or anything fancy - for about a year and became very familiar with its flying characteristics. It is a very light drone and not at all stable in even mild windy conditions but I would fly on windy days just to learn how to keep control of it. That...

Was trying to figure out why I was getting compass errors every time I tried to launch from my driveway then I realized... concrete driveway >>>> Rebar. Everything is fine if I launch from my wooden "landing pad" on my front lawn just a few feet away. Spark 317, I really like what you've done...

Would using an active tracker..one that sends OUT a signal not interfere with the radio system of the spark? Also, would attaching anything to the plastic top effect the GPS signal? David

Thanks for being so irresponsible and potentially ruining the drone hobby for all of us. Whether someone is watching or not, we are all responsible for our actions. It takes just one irresponsible flyer to ruin it for all. David

Some things to consider: When putting our phones in "airplane mode", check your GPS settings to make sure you don't have it set to use network and wifi signals as well. My phone (LG V20) has a setting to use GPS only. I use an app called GPS Status (Free/$1.99 Pro) on my phone. It shows me...

Nobody should be pointing fingers. We ALL need to stand together to protect and preserve our hobby, whether it be flying a racing drone, Spark, Mavic, or whatever. If the govt wants, they will shut us all down. David

If you are using a spare phone without cellular or data connection (like me) then the map won't display. It needs to be downloaded to your phone first before you fly. You can do that in the map settings under "download offline map". Also, many of us have been coached to put our phones into...

Hi all, I've been using my LG V20 and RC Combination with the OTG cable and all has been working well until my V20 got the latest android "O" update. Now it just wants to charge my controller or phone. I have tried switching the connections Charge> file transfer> data transfer>Tether, to no...

Yup, just tried it and that works too. Great tip. David

It actually has to do with the way your phone is positioned in the controller - your phone also has its own compass which affects the orientation of the map. Turn your phone 180 degrees in the remote and it will be fine. David

I printed mine on a label like most everyone else but have wondered about ordering one of the metallic tamper proof adhesive asset tags and mounting it in the battery compartment in place of my sticker. They are very expensive if you order them online but I thought i'd see if one of the guys in...

Thanks Hddeuce03 for sharing the pictures. The battery that I got with my spark has the new "improved" tabs while the two batteries I got from best buy on the buy one, get one half off sale, have the old style tabs. Must be why BB is discounting them. I had one almost pop out not long ago. I...

Make sure the little protective windows on the proximity sensors are clean. David