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Turbo Ace X830-D X830-S Quads Walkera Hoten-X Walkera MX400 Quad

Neatly secured in a professional aluminum a fully assembled quadcopter suited for b advance pilots. Powered by brushless mot wing span offers excellent stability & perform camera mounts. DJI FW450

The Gaui 500X-S Quadcopter kit is a larger version of the Gaui 330X-S. Although the 500X will work with smaller 330X motors & ESCs, Wow only carries the 550X-S kit which includes GM4412S Scorpion BL motors & 18A ESCs made specifically for the 500X-S. Turbo Ace X720 Quad

Suited for indoor flight and light outdoor conditions, this amusing little E-Flite MQX quadcopter is a great way to start your multi-rotor experience. Beginners & RC enthusiasts will have a blast flying this lightweight quadcopter right out of the box.

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Although parts support is still available for the Turbo Ace X720, this 1st generation quadcopter has been replaced by the top selling Turbo Ace X830-S which offers numerous improvements to increase stability, power, performance and reliability.

QUADCOPTER, HEXACOPTER & OCTOCOPTER BUYING GUIDE

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ARF: Almost-Ready-To-Fly (Quadcopter or Multi-rotor helicopter without receiver and/or transmitter) BNF: Bind & Fly (Quadcopter or Multi-rotor helicopter without transmitter) BR: Brush Motor usually used on smaller quadcopters BL: Brushless Motor are more powerful and durable but requires ESC to operate CNC: Custom Tooled Aluminum Parts which can not be mass produced DEVO: New generation of Walkera Devention transmitters & receivers for improved response time and signal relia DTO: Difficult to operate ESC: Electronic Speed Controller used to power and control BL motor.
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ESC: Electronic Speed Controller used to power and control BL motor. IAA: Inadequate Availability IAD: Inadequate Design for supporting accessories. IAS: Inadequate Structural Support (eg: booms are too long and center frame is too weak to support the size of th IAP: Inadequate Power IAQ: Inadequate Quality/Quality Control IAV: Inadequate Value (too expensive for the model) IAW: Inadequate Weight (too heavy) KIT: Kit that requires assembly LDA: Limited data available NA: Not applicable NDA: No data available NYA: Not yet available OCA: Optimized Cooling Algorithm for cooler ESC operations OPT: Optional features available RTF: Ready-To-Fly (Multi-rotor packages such as quadcopter with transmitter and receiver)

Disclaimer: In addition to manufacturer's specifications the following information is consolidated from 3rd party rev user experience. Since data are gathered from external information sources, this multi-rotor purchasing guide inclu not constitute an endorsement by this website. End users must exercise their own judgement with respect to the making a purchase. QUADCOPTER, HEXACOPTER & OCTOCOPTER REVIEW AND RATING TABLE:
Quadcopter Models Production Special Package Feature & Utility Dimension Diameter w/o Props Rotor Market Manual Stability Acceleration Payload Flight Format Volume & Ease Time of Use 4 items are closely related. These Walkera QR Ladybird Quadcopter Factory RTF, ARF Trainer Hobby 5.5" 140mm 4 8 9 9 7 0 8-10 min 8 7 8 8 Structural Integrity Wind QA/QC Durability Resis. Reliability Ease of Repair

CR4-230 Quadcopter E-Flite MQX Quadcopter Karbonic KX-CB Quadcopter Walkera UFO 5# Dragon Flyer X4 Quadcopter Walkera MX400 Quadcopter A.R. Drone Quadcopter

Factory ARF Factory RTF, BNF Integrator Custom Factory RTF

Toy Quality Trainer Hobby Hobb DTO Hobby

8.3" 210mm 11.5" 292mm 12.5 318mm 14" 356mm NDA 19" 483mm

4 4 4

New 8 2

9 9 4 LDA 7 7 7 8

4 8 8 LDA 5 7 8 8

3 6+ 7 LDA 3 6 7 4 IAP

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NDA 9-10 min 8-10 min 6 7 7

3 8 8

2 7 4

3 9 5

2 8 5

4 4 4

2 2 7 7

1 5 5 3

2 IAS 6 8

5 6+ 8 3 IAD

3 7 7+ 5

5 5 7 5

Integrator R&D Customized Factory RTF, ARF Factory RTF LED Set & Case

Hobby 18"x11" 4 Recreation 450x290mm

10 min 7

Gaui 330X-S Quad-Flyer Gaui 500X Quad-Flyer Lotus T580 Quadcopter Lotus T580P+ Quadcopter Turbo Ace X720 Quadcopter Arducopter Quadcopter Turbo Ace X830-S Quadcopter DEVO 10 2200mAh Turbo Ace X830-S Quadcopter DEVO 10 5300mAh + Simulator Hexacopter Models Karbonic

Factory KIT Factory KIT Factory ARF Factory ARF

Hobby & Video Hobby & Video Pro Video

13" 330mm 19.5" 500mm 580mm

4 4

7 5

8 8

7 7+

7 7

4 6

7 6

8 7

7 8

7 8

7 7

3 IAQ 3 IAQ 5

3 IAQ 3 IAQ 6

Pro Video

610mm 22

4 4

3 3

2 8

5 7

7 7+

6 6

5 7

4 7

3 7

Factory Pro Video Assembled Tested Integrator Open Customized Source DTO Factory RTF, ARF Pro Video

18"x11" 4 450x290mm 24 610mm 4

7 IAW 8+

6-

7-

8+

8-10 min

8+

Factory RTF, ARF

Pro Video Phoenix PC Flight Simulator

24 610mm

8+

8+

20-25 min

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Production Special Package Feature Integrator Hobby

Dimension Diameter w/o Props 11"

Rotor Market Manual Stability Acceleration Payload Flight Format Volume & Ease Time of Use 3x2 3 3 5 4 4 5

Structural Integrity 5

Wind QA/QC Durability Resis. Reliability Ease of Repair 6 5 3

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Karbonic K-Y6CB DroidWorx AD-3 HL Y-6 Integrator Hobby Customized Integrator R&D Customized 11" 21" 3x2 IAD 3x2 IAD 3 2 3 2 5 4 4 6 LDA 4 5 LDA 5 5 LDA 5 4 6 7 5 6 3 3

XA 533mm

Integrator R&D Customized Integrator R&D Customized PRO Video Integrator R&D Customized PRO DTO Video Integrator Pro Video Customized Integrator Pro Video Customized DTO NDA 35

6 LDA 8

8 LDA 7

7 LDA 7

7 LDA 8

Droidworx AD-6 MicroKopter Droidworx AD-6HL MicroKopter Droidworx AD-8HL Cinestar 6 Revolution

7+

7+

6 6

2 2

4 4

8 7-

8 8

8 7

8 8

6 5

7 7

7 7

3 3

Octocopter Models

Production Special Package Feature

Dimension Diameter w/o Props

Rotor Market Manual Stability AcceleraFormat Volume & Ease tion of Use Maneverability 8 2 3 9 7

Payload Flight Time

Structure for High Payload

Wind QA/QC Durability Resis. Reliability Ease of Repair

Oktokopter 2

Integrator For R&D Customized Only DTO Integrator Pro Video Customized Cinema DTO Factory RTF

32" 810mm 36-40" 9001,000mm

5 IAS 6 IAS 9

CineStar 8 Revolution Turbo Ace X88-J

Single Pilot 36" Foldable 900mm w/ Case Single Pilot 43" Foldable 1,100mm w/ Case Dual Pilot Foldable w/ Case 43" 1,100mm

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8.5

Turbo Ace X88-JS

Factory RTF

New

8.5

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Turbo Ace X88-JSD

Factory RTF

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QUADCOPTERS, HEXACOPTER, OCTOCOPTER & DRONES

The convergence of multi-rotor RC helicopter and lighter camera technology is sparking a new era in aerial quadcopters are now transforming the exciting world of aerial videography. Fueled by ever increasing demand in s eventually replace all super-sized RC helicopters as the more reliable and safer way to take professional aerial vid the-art 3-axis gyro offer outstanding stability with extra payload capacity. Beginner pilots no longer need an extend helicopters which are much more difficult and dangerous to fly. Multi-rotor helicopters are also inherently more cam between taller skid landings help retain its center of gravity. By using the basic quadcopter as an example, we can hexacopters and octocopters in general. QUADCOPTER ARCHITECTURE

RC Quadcopter or quadrocopter is a multi-rotor design utilizing 4 rotors/propellers instead of the single or dual rot designs. Quadcopters' counter rotating stability is similar to co-axial helicopters but with much more power and eff single rotor designs, quadcopters are much more stable and easier to fly. If you are a photographer with little or no a great place to start. Traditional single rotor helicopters utilize the tilt of the complete main rotor mechanism to co rotor, a tail rotor also control its yaw. In comparison, quadcopters varies the speed of its 4 motor to control roll, tilt gyros, the motors for the rotors will automatically adjust to maintain a leveled flight for self-stabilization. To increas stick (left stick for mode 2 operations) up or down to increase or decrease the speed of all 4 rotors. To turn the qu (which is the same as the throttle stick) left or right. Pulling the stick to the left increase the speed of clockwise roto clockwise torque to turn the quad left. Doing the opposite will of course result in the quadcopter turning right. Movi increases the speed of rotor pair #3 & #4 which tips the quadcopter forward to increase forward movement. Doing which increases backward speed. The same applies to rolling the quadcopter left & right by speeding up the corre

The quadcopter flight controller serves as the central station where all incoming information is processed. A qualit updated flight status while the flight receiver relates instructions from the flight transmitter operated by the pilot. Th on the quality of the attitude sensor and how the data is translated into instructions for the electronic speed control proper instructions, it's still up to the power of the motors and rotors to overcome any instability during flight.

A quadcopter's aerodynamics is quite different than that of an airplane or even a helicopter. Since there are no win a significant liability. This is especially critical when a quadcopter is descending when motors are slowing down.
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Another variable involves the quadcopter's weight to surface ratio. A heavier design can only be partially remedied plenty of problems associated with lighter designs too since they often lack the structure integrity to carry heavier p structured hub that serves as a bracing system for the arms. While using small diameter booms for shorter arms is structures on larger quadcopters or octocopters is often insufficient. Larger system such as hexacopters and oct too weak to carry heavier payloads. A thicker "waffled" center hub system similar to a network of "I" beams offers implementation of braces to reinforce individual arms. An easy way to do the structural "flex test" is to tie one to th two opposite motors and measure how much sag results under the center hub in the process. Warning, do not QUADCOPTER DEVELOPMENT AND ITEGRATION

Structural consideration are often overlooked because the designer did not accommodate for sufficient payload o hexacopters and octocopters require better reinforcements to stabilize longer booms/arms. Elaborately molded can not be remedied with more powerful motors or larger rotors. Even with years of experience, Quadcopter deve learning how to program and adjust flight controllers, then debug the individually assemble unit. Without adequate beyond a home based operation. Because quadcopter is such a dynamic product, establishing multiple sources f For example, hub covers are often improvised from flimsy clear plastic domes or inadequate acrylic or carbon fibe will become unmanageable with the necessity of additional components and wires. To meet higher standards, a both development and production. Leading edge designs are most successful when the originating developer inc while maintaining direct manufacturing control of all other components. Flight controllers require constant updates specialists such as DJI, X-aircraft and Mikrokopter. Open source Arduino flight controllers might be a tempting for customized features. But in most cases these features can be accomplished by integrating existing components f components such as frames, CNC parts, motors and ESCs increases cost and reduces the ability of the develope with a Ford engine that uses a suspension system from Toyota is not a good idea. But it make perfect sense for D

HOW TO SELECT A QUADCOPTER OR DRONE

How do you find the best quadcopter? What should one look for to narrow down your search? Here are several im

QUADCOPTER CATEGORIES (DIMENSIONS & TOY/HOBBY/PROFESSIONAL GRADE)

Please note that quacopters are categorized by its dimension which is a measurement between motor shafts loca are based on quality of components used. The integration of brushless motors with ESCs is one of the main featu Trainer helicopters usually employs more economical brush motors which do not require ESCs. Smaller brush mo quadcopters but are too weak for larger systems. We shall cover these differences in the ladder part of this article
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Micro Trainer Quadcopters: 4-8 inches (e.g. Walkera Lady Bird, E-Flite MQX, XCopter) These micro are well they are lighter and more resistant to crashes, they are often used for training quadcopter pilots. Mid-Size Trainer Quadcopters: 12-20 inches (e.g. Draganflyer X4, Walkera 5#) Mid-Size Hobby Quadcopters: 12-20 inches (e.g. Walkera MX400, Gaui 330X/S, Gaui 500X/S, AR.Drone, Ar capacity to carry a small camera such as the GoPro or Cyber-Shot. Full-Size Professional Quadcopters: 24 inches approximately (e.g. Turbo Ace X830-S, Lotus T580, Turbo A

Please remember that some of the above models are fully assembled and tested (Walkera Lady Bird & MX400, t (Gaui 330X/S & 550X/S, AX650-K) which require assembly and testing. Further more many are not complete syst (Gaui 330X/S, & 500X/S, AX650-R, CX650-R). QUADCOPTER PARTS & COMPONENTS

Let's separate the boys from the men. Although this is not a guarantee - the quality of the motors on a quadcopter brushless motors are lighter, more powerful and extra durable compared to traditional brush motors. The wire in b mass produced. Further more each brushless motor are driven by ESC (electronic speed controller) which are too OVERALL PERFORMANCE IN STABILITY, MANEUVERABILITY & WIND RESISTANCE

There are several factors that disproportionately affect the performance of quadcopters. Weight to power ratio an power and stability. Aerodynamics and propellers size determines how the quadcopter handles windy conditions. common claims, larger propellers with lower RPM may actually reduce stability because a larger surface is expose THE CAUSE AND EFFECT OF IMAGE STABILITY & VIBRATIONS ON VIDEO QUALITY
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When you are looking for high definition video quality, image stability and vibrations are 2 separate issues. Image vibrations are mainly a result of motor and propellers rotation which may be amplified by oscillation.

Because a quadcopter is a moving platform that can tilt, roll or pan, its often difficult to consistently stabilize a sub advanced camera mounts can automatically compensate for some of the movements. Continuous signals from th with your transmitter input both effectively tells the servo(s) on the camera mount where to point. This compensatio apparatus, there are limitations as to how fast the servos can move. So the stability of the quadcopter is paramoun Even with the best camera mount, you will still see some residual movement which can be filtered out by utilizing a very practical software tool for the average videographer or photographer. There are also more sophisticated stab quadcopter or an expensive camera.

On the other hand even the quickest multi-axis camera mounts and the smartest stabilizing software can not neutra needs to be addressed at several different levels. The source of the problem starts from the quadcopter motors a vibrations. Some motors are dynamically balanced such as the TA-X830-04 on the Turbo Ace X830-S. Motor can Similar to balancing a tire, each motor is mounted and spun at high speed and small amount of solder are added t rotation is completely smooth. As for the propellers, a similar procedure can be used to balance them with an inex propellers are not critical to the operation and stability of the quadcopter, its often left as an optional task for the e propellers, there will still be some vibrations present. The last stand to isolate the vibration from the camera is the adequate vibration dampening features. This will be a paramount issue if high quality video is your goal.

There are other factors that might adversely affect the quality of your video. For example, have any carbon materia distortion in your video. To eliminate this possibility, one should avoid quadcopters with carbon arms/booms exten on your quadcopter, you should not overlook some basic concepts in selecting a proper camera mount or gimbal.

CAMERA MOUNTS & GIMBALS

How can such a simple device play a critical role? Well, having a super stable quadcopter without a good camera Even a the best engine can not overcome flat tires. A inferior camera mount will substantially amplify any undesirab axises you need the gyro to auto-compensate and how many axises you want to access on your transmitter. For s UFO-MX400-Z-32), look for a rigid structure to carry the camera. Since single-axis gimbals are sometimes used o contributing factor in reducing structure. As for 2 and 3 axis camera mounts, there are two basic designs. The ligh effective in turning out quality video without too much fuss. Strategically placed servos drives the structure which p the material and the joints used to establish a structure that can retain its shape while holding and moving the weig integral part of the pivot design (ALA3CMV2) and so are high quality metal gear servos of the appropriate size, sp (Helibest) results in uneven movement and will eventually fail prematurely. For heavier cameras, you might want to combination of tracks and pivots. The track mount gimbals can be quite heavy which can affect both payload and p quadcopter or the additional lifting capacity of a hexacopter or an octocopter.

The size of and dimension of your camera can greatly affect you choice for gimbals. First make sure the camera w mounting holes and hardware. As with helicopter, quadcopter and multi-rotors, center of gravity on a camera moun move both the gimbals structure and the camera, the combined center of gravity will need to be close to the pivot strain to lift and offset the difference. Forcing servos to lift unnecessary weight will cause undesirable jerky movem and motor. A versatile camera mounts for your quadcopter can usually be adjusted to accommodate a variety of c the base of a quadcopter, first test the center of gravity with the camera that you are using. Whether if you are usin is the same. By holding the gimbal near each pivot point you can see if the camera is tipping towards a certain dire direction on the mounting plate until you achieve the best balance.

STRUCTURAL STRENGTH, PAYLOAD AND STABILITY

At this juncture, you are well aware of the importance of payload. So, please be warned that differentiating betwee very different. Payload, battery sized, flight time, stability and performance are all inter-related. A chart may be very performance factor that is critical to a secured flight with expensive equipment on board. Always go on the safe sid quadcopter is able to pull 3LBs, that may mean that the quadcopter will barely get off the ground with 3LBs. What weaker after 2 minutes?

Another often overlooked factor, structural strength, will significantly affect the ability to carry heavier camera equip the payload capacity to carry 2 lbs but lack to structural integrity to sustain the weight without flexing. Flexing which both video stability and flight stability. Especially when dealing with a larger wingspans on a hexacopter or an octoc sufficient to suspend the payload in addition to the carrying capacity of the multi-rotor helicotper. Look for a well b weight without sagging the center hub where the weight will be attached. Hexacopters and octocopers which are in in a weak central hub and arms that are too and thin for the wingspan. Although DSLR cameras are getting smaller
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powerful quadcopter, hexacopter or octocopter you can afford with special consideration for adequate payload an UPCOMING TOPICS! RECOMMENDED TRAINING FOR BEGINNER PILOTS
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Flight Simulators Small Micro Quadcopters for indoor training Training procedures

QUADCOPTER REVIEW & SELECTION

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Quadcopter Application Fully Assembled vs. Kits RTF vs. ARF Toy vs. Hobby vs. Professional

COUNTER ROTATING MULTI-ROTOR ARCHITECTURE

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The basic mechanism of a quadcopter Tide down bench test

FLIGHT CONTROLLER & ATTITUDE SENSOR

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Self-stabilization Software upgradable Attitude sensor sensitivity

RELIABILITY & DURABILITY

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The benefits of over specification Brushless motors versus brush motor Ventilation & protection

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

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Availability of parts The convenience of modularized design Diagnosing problems

ACCESSORIES
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Camera Mounts GPS Altitude Hold Telemetry FPV

TURBO ACE X88-J OCTOCOPTER (Single Flight Controller)

TURBO ACE X88-J comes in a RTF (ready to fly) package. To reducing shipping size and prevent damage, propellers and landing skids are dismounted after individual flight te

general, an octocopter offers a smoother platform for heavier payload than hexacopters and quadcopters. And becaus offers a certain amount of redundancy. With some practice, a pilot can quickly and safely land if one of the motors fails be able to compensate for such failures.
See Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIMpGj8-ySY&feature=youtu.be GPS Demo Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhBvAs3dDwo&feature=youtu.be

X88-J FEATURES

* Super Rigid I-beam Structure, at 4.3 pounds without the battery, is an extraordinary lighter and more powerful structure than outdated weaker and bulkier

frame features (1) a central carbon fiber hub anchored by 4 pairs of radiating carbon fiber I-beams that will not sag and bounce under heavier payloads (2) shorter and lighter a parameters for exceptional maneuverability (3) spacing within I-beams provides a propeller cooled locations to secure ESCs (4) sturdy CNC mounting locations at the end of traveling and shipping. Traditionally an I-beam structure is not required on quadcopters. With smaller wingspan and lower payload quadcopter can easily get by with weaker s

* Care Free Home Lock Flight Mode utilizes the octocopter's take off home position as a reference point for orientation/heading. The pilot no longer nee

octocopter's heading. Pushing the cyclic stick up will always result in the helicopter flying forward and away from the pilot. Pulling the cyclic stick down will result in the octocopt solution. Similarly the roll (left & right) controls will correspond to the pilots home position without any mental acrobatics. Although the pilot can still use the yaw to turn or spin t activation this Home Lock mode will be effective when the octocopter is beyond 30 feet from the take off position. The Home Lock mode is the most convenient and preferred m

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* Care Free Course Lock Flight Mode utilizes the octocopter's initial take off heading direction as a reference direction for the duration of the flight. For

position, the octocopter will always treat the north as the direction (heading) for forward flight even if the yaw has rotated the front of the octocopter to a different direction. After a from the take off position. The best way to use the Course Lock mode is to keep the transmitter facing the initial take off heading direction during the entire flight even if this me

* GPS Lock enables the X88-J to lock into a self sustaining hover at GPS location with a flip of a switch on the transmitter. Even when the octocopter is pulled away from
locking function that operates within a few feet (about 1 foot vertical and up to 6 feet radius) depending on the quality of GPS satellite signals and the flying environment.

sophicated and precise than GPS on smaller quadcopter units. Without specific applications, GPS features on a quadco * Dual Stage Fail Safe Mode offers a backup plan when the octocopter receiver looses connection with the transmitter. When this occurs, the octocopter will
feet, the pilot may be able to re-established connection and manually land the octocopter. If connection is not re-established, then the octocopter will automatically lands in fail before it runs out of power.

* Dynamically Balanced Brushless Motors reduces high frequency vibrations at the source. This technology was successfully integrated on the X8 * 35A ESCs with Cooling Algorithm offers extra capacity for continued operation without cooling off periods between flights. This is another feature that w * Foldable Arms for safer transporting and traveling. * Professional Aluminum Carrying Case is customized to fit the foldable X88-J. * Modularized Design for ease of maintenance and repair. * USA Parts Support for fast and easy continued access to parts, upgrades and accessories. * Optional Telemetry for transmitting updated battery voltage readings to the transmitter (for DEVO 8S/10/12S only) * Optional 2 or 3-axis Camera Mounts for a variety of cameras and camcorders. * Optional Automated Gyro Compensation for the camera mount: Requires a secondary Xaircraft flight controller and 3-axis gyro. * Optional Dual Pilot with secondary receiver and transmitter for the camera man. * Optional single way point and multiple way point GPS with PC connections can be purchased separately. OPERATING PARAMETERS
* DJI WK-M Flight Controller: Super stable with GPS lock and dual carefree flight modes, this is premium controller is usually too expensive to be used on quadcopters and he * Total Weight: Without battery, camera mount and camera is only 4.3 pounds for super responsive performance. * Payload Capacity: Up to 3 pounds of camera gimbal and camera. * Flight Time: 5-10 minutes depending on the battery size, the weight of the camera gimbal and camera.

PRIMARY FLIGHT CONTROLLER, 3-AXIS GYRO AND GPS SPECIFICATION

DJI WooKong-M controller with 3-Axis gyro Multi Rotor Types: Will operate on quadcopters, hexacopters and octocopters Supported ESC output: 400Hz refresh frequencies Recommended Power Supply: DC 4.8 ~ 12V Power Consumption: MAX 5W (0.9A@5V, 0.7A@5.8V,0.5A@7.4V,0.4A@8V) Operating Temperature: -5C to +60C (You have to keep the IMU warm if you want to use it under low temperature, could be -5Cor lower.) Flight Modes: GPS Lock & 2 Care Free Flight Modes Hovering Accuracy: Vertical: 0.5m, Horizontal: 2m Suitable Wind Condition: < 8m/s (17.7mph) Max Rotate Angle: 35 Vertical Speed: 6m/s Packaging & Shapes Dimensions: Main Controller: 51mm x 39.6mm x 15.8mm IMU: 40mm x 31mm x 26mm GPS & Compass: 50mm (diameter) x 9mm LED Indicator: 25mm x 25mm x 7mm Total Weight: <= 150g Built In Functions: Auto-pilot Fail-safe Hover Voltage monitor (not telemetry)

FRAME SPECIFICATION Since octocopters are much larger than quadcopters and hexacopters, foldability is a highly desirable function. All eight several of the screws on the four arms. Like small quadcopters, this octocopter can then be fitted into an aluminum ca you need to add some more packing inside the aluminum case to protect the X88. An outside over case is also recomm
* Foldable arms for ease of transportation * Carbon fiber super I-beam structured central hub * Carbon fiber skid landing with extra wide foot print suitable for auto landing * Aluminum arms to reduce static interference to video * Extensive CNC aluminum bracket integration for extra durability and structural integrity. * Fitted with 10" propellers. * Optional 12" carbon fiber propellers will be available soon. * Diameter from motor to motor: 90cm * Weight with all electronics (without battery and camera mount): 4.3 pounds * Professional Aluminum Carrying Case for easy traveling. Dimensions: 42cm X 42cm X 46cm

ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
* 8 x 35A ESC 4s input with 2mm spring-loaded motor connectors for ease of maintenance * 8 x dynamically balanced brushless motors * 4 GB USB Flash Drive for set up, upgrade and electronic manual

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* 4 GB USB Flash Drive for set up, upgrade and electronic manual * Walkera Devo 10 Transmitter with 10 channels (includes additional features suited for use on quadcopters, hexacopters & octocopters) * Walkera RX1002 Receiver with 10 channels

FULLY ASSEMBLED X88-J OCTOCOPTER PACKAGE INCLUDES

* DJI Flight Controller for octocopter operation * DJI IMU 3-Axis gyro for octocopter operation * DJI GPS Lock & 2 Care Free Flight Modes * Walkera DEVO 10 transmitter (DEVO 12S transmitter on photo is not included) * Walkera RX1002 Receiver * 8 x 35A ESCs * 8 x Dynamically Balanced Brushless Motors * Generic 4000mAh 4s Lipo Battery * 4 GB USB Flash Drive * Foldable X88-J Octocopter Carbon Frame * Professional Aluminum Carrying Case * 1 Pair of Carbon Fiber Super Wide Skid Landing (dismounted for shipping) * 8 x 10" Propellers (dismounted for shipping) * DSLR 3-Axis camera mount is not included. * Preorder promotion does not apply to this model.

TURBO ACE X830-S QUADCOPTER

Turbo Ace X830-S is a quadcopter designed for recreational and professional applications including ae aerial inspections. Unlike most other quadcopters that requires days of assembly, testing and debuggin programmed and tuned with final test flight performed in the USA. State of the art features include cuttin vibration dampening super structure and dynamically balanced brushless motors and ESCs. Excellent camera mount offer an exceptional platform for video and FPV options. With its high payload capacity, y lenses. Flexible features includes uploadable firmware capabilities and a multi-module architecture to e quadcopter parts and technical support is serviced locally by Wow Hobbies in California. Since we also upgrades and options, you can easily get everything you need in one place.

CAMERA MOUNT OPTION: Turbo Ace X830-S RTFCamera and camera mount on photo are not included FPV OPTIONS: You can integrate 3rd party FPV equipment utilizing the X830-STRIPLE SHOCK CAMERA Newest video taken by a Turbo Ace X830-S out of the box
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Video of X830-S carrying a Canon T3i 600D DSLR camera

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Video taken from the Canon T3i 600D on board the X830-S
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Video demonstrating the built-in gyros for camera mount stabilization compensation
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Video taken from previous version of the Turbo Ace X830-S quadcopter http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbCB1iELCX4 For more information on the X830-S visit the forum
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Based on the feedback on the original Turbo Ace X720 quadcopter and the Xaircraft X650 quadcopter drones, Turbo Ace has taken a quantum leap with the release of th

FEATURES VIDEO QUALITY: To improve video quality, the X830-S quadcopter features precision dynamically balanced motors that are rarely offered in multi-rotors. Balanced motors greatly reduce the com exceptional vibration dampening X830-S super structure is the key in reducing harmonic vibrations. The X830-S is designed with video quality in mind. It utilizes aluminum tube lines on the video. Example of video distortion, notice the word "COUNTRY". Goto http://www.wowhobbies.com/250seinstruction-2.aspx The X-830-S video are sharp with no wave lines and they also have no jello effect caused by high frequency vibration generated from unbalanced motors.

FLIGHT STABILITY: Turbo Ace pre-configures the X830-S so it is most wind resistant and at the same time gives you maximum auto stabilization by utilizing 2 custom preprogrammed flight tune in a DIY (Do-It-Yourself) kits. DURABILITY:

The X830-S dynamically balanced motors have been re-engineered to take multiple mild crashes. Instead of round or screw mount propellers, motor bell which eliminates propeller slippage and significantly reduces the probability of accidental propeller dislodge. Offering another benefit, this updated rectangula from bending in minor crashes. Exposed motor shafts in all older designs are especially prone to damage and slightly bent motor shafts are hard to detect.

MAINTENANCE: The X830-S quadcopter is extremely easy to maintain and cost less to operate. Entry quadcopter buyers are often surprised by the high cost of maintaining a multi-rotor helicop maintenance friendly design. Independent modularized components can be easily removed and replaced. Connectors are strategically placed to simplify disassembly and rea reducing the amount of parts used. And due to larger volume, X830-S quadcopter parts are more readily available at lower cost. For example: Instead of having to replace a 4-i to keep a spare on hand. High tensile strength spring loaded connectors that stand up to repetitive insertions is a lifesaver when it comes to trouble shooting and change mot through the narrow boom.

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through the narrow boom. COOLING:

The X830-S quadcopter is highly reliable, it uses four 35A ESC with cooling algorism that can carry temperature. The unique placement of the ESC on the X830-S is under the central hub of the quad where they are protected and well ventilated. The central locat

X830-S quadcopter also does not use an internal cooling fan, the electronics are cooled naturally by the rotating flight propellers. The improved cover design features m

POWER and PAYLOAD:Turbo Ace motors are build with high efficiency stators and they are over 20% more power than its Xaircrasft quadcopter contemporaries. Please

safety when loading up your X830-S. The X830-S quadcopter can reasonably carry up to about 2 LBs. However, for better flight time and performance we recommend th quadcopter has an amazing lifting capacity of 5 LBs, one of the strongest quadcopter on the market today. A quadcopter lifting or payload capacity and be misleading. Pu ability to fly. Putting 3 LBs on the same helicopter will cause significant instability making it very difficult to control the quad. Under no circumstance should any quadcop to consider when calculating payload - for example flight time, battery size/output, temperature, altitude, wind velocity, stability, safety and the ability of the operator to p

conservative payloads and work you way up. Always be aware your surroundings and make sure you have ample of open space below your quadcopter. If you are still in

LOW RADIO NOISE: The X830-S extension arms are made of heavier duty 12mm aluminum instead of the 10mm carbon rods. Unlike carbon arms in the X720 quadcopte splits and carry low radio frequency interference. This translates to longer flight range, and low radio noise for better video image.

STRUCTURE and WEIGHT: The X830-S is designed with power efficiency in mind. This means that every gram is accounted for during the build. The motor mount, central obtain striation integrity and weight savings. The propellers are double sided key instead of screw mount which greatly improve reliability. EXPANDABILITY:

The X830-S also offers expandability both in software and hardware using XAircraft quadcopter flight controller proven reliable FC1212-S flight controller upgraded to th

there is now a wide selection parts, upgrades and accessories including batteries, telemetry modules, cam in the pipeline, the upcoming Xaircraft GPS module and compass which offers faster satellite lock with improved precision.
HEADING CONFIGURATION: X-mode heading by default but can be reconfigured to +mode.

LANDING SKIDS can be reconfigured by changing the optional carbon tube length to accommodate diff photo above.
FLIGHT MODES: Supports Hover and Cruise Modes which can be altered during flight. RECEIVER REQUIREMENTS: A four-channel receiver is required to operate the X830-S. Six or more channels are highly recommended.ESC SPECIFICATIONS: * Four separate 35A ESCs with 2mm spring-loaded motor connectors for ease of maintenance. * BEC MODE: Linear * BEC OUTPUT: 5V/2.0A * LIPO BATTERY: 2200mAh, 25C, 11.1V (3-Cell) FLIGHT CONTROLLER: * FC1212-S and AHRS-S auto-stabilization system, AP/AV based. * FC1212-S flight controller with Camera Mount Gyro Compensation outputs : * No additional purchase of gyros is required to operate the 1, 2 or 3-Axis camera mount. * 12 input ports with support for up to 12-channel RX. * Controller includes 8 motor outputs which can be configured to quad, X6/Hexa, X8/Octo. * 4 servo outputs for camera mounts, roll, pan & tilt, or 3-axial camera mount with shutter control servo. * Modular designed with future expandability. Port for AHRS module, extra 4 expansion ports, * Firmware is upgradable online with configurable parameters using the powerful XAircraft Configuration software. * GPS

module and compass will be available soon. * 4 GB USB Flash Drive for setup, upgrade and electronic manual Among the items that you may need with the X830-S purchase are as follow:

Blade balancer- We highly recommend that you balance all new blades for smoother operation.http://www.wowhobbies.com/mageticbladebalancercompletesetforwalkerav120d01v120d02v1 4.aspx
Mercalli stabilization post editing software http://www.wowhobbies.com/prodadmercalliv2videostabilizingprogram-1.aspx Optional magnetic base for higher accuracy in balancing the blades

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Rubber, carbon fiber, ABS plastic CA glue to bond the "T" connector to skid tube and to repair any damage to the http://www.wowhobbies.com/asc1597factoryteamtireadhesivemedforassociatedb41sc10andt41.aspx

Longer flight time battery http://www.wowhobbies.com/batteryforwalkera60bcreatalama400dandother400sizehelis-1800mah25c-i Faster charger. If you have purchase RTF, it comes with a charger but it take hours to charge a large battery. This 5300mah battery. http://www.wowhobbies.com/b6balancechargerdischarger-1.aspx

Camera Mount (1-Axis): This camera mount comes with a tilt servo and you can use the on board gyro on the fligh manual. http://www.wowhobbies.com/turboacex720multi-rotorpreorder-2-1-1.aspx

Camera Mount (3-Axis): By far the #1 choice, this Wow customized Alware camera mount has been adapted to fit the least half a dozen promising candidates and this is best combination of a light weight setup with very effective 3-A For better precision www.wowhobbies.com/quacopters-drones-quad-flyers.aspxand heavier cameras, you can eliminate the roll-axis on a stock Alware 3-axis camera mount. S 9/12

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For better precision and heavier cameras, you can eliminate the roll-axis on a stock Alware 3-axis camera mount. S also provided another more useful option which eliminates the pan-axis instead of the roll-axis. Because the X830 y achieve 3-axis results with a 2-axis camera mount with controls on the roll-axis and tilt-axis. A tall landing gear is require the following link includes both.
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Extra blades http://www.wowhobbies.com/ta-x830-3112propellers1238and1238rforturboacex830-squad-setof2.aspx Simulator that works with your DEVO 7/8/8S/10/12S or WK2801-Pro transmitter http://www.wowhobbies.com/copterxcx250seelectonicskit-3cyclicservos1tailservoheadlockgy750gyro

You can practice on a medium size quadcopter which is compatible with the DEVO transmitter, a great way to brus damage.
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WALKERA MX400 QUADCOPTER

As with many new Walkera models, make sure you are purchasing the most recent version of the MX40 heavier features (white plastic legs) on the original MX400 Version 1 had significantly reduced accelera were implemented on the MX400 Version 2 which also included additional packaging and quality assur well constructed medium size frame, this ready to fly MX400 quadcopter offers the best value in the hob the DIY Gaui 330X-S and 500X kits which can easily cost twice as much by the time you add the receive assembled, tested and comes in a handsome aluminum case, Walkera has taken the guess work out of and integrating the complete quadcopter system on your own. Oh, by the way it also comes with an ext camera/camera mount options available. The first is a simple small custom fitted camera from Walkera a MX400 quadcopter. The second option is to use the MX400 single-axis camera mount. Both camera/cam serious about taking HD video, you might have to adapt a higher quality camera mount to the bottom of might consider is upgrading your MX400 with telemetry. If you had decided to purchased your MX400 q already half way there. You can either have the vendor install the telemetry option at the time of the MX4 Walkera telemetry module and hook it up to the on board MX400 battery yourself. With telemetry installe your transmitter as you are flying. Having this information will enable you to safely land the MX400 quad in the flight battery.

SPECIFICATION
Dimension: 732 x 732 x190 mm Weight: 1050g Payload: 500g Brushless Motor: WK-WS-28-009 x 4 Gyro: 6-Axis Control System Battery: 2200mAh 11.1V 25C LiPo Battery Compatible Transmitters: DEVO 6/8/8S/10/12/12S Charger: Wall Charger is included.

FEATURES
State-of-the-art 6-axis control technology makes the quadcopter flight super stable. 4 advance outrunner brushless motors for excellent performance and reliability 2.4GHz operation for convenient and reliable controls. Extensive set of flashing LED lighting set for outstanding visibility and excellent presentation Stylish high performance light weight skid landing version (Not the heavy scaled ladder simulation Upgradable to Bi-direction transmitting technology for telemetry functions. Upgradable to GPS functions for location related operations.

End your constant stress and worry about low battery and protect your RC heli/airplane investment. Th data on board the quadcopter wirelessly and the vibration alarm can be set to trigger at the voltage you warning and you will never crash because you lost track of the battery power. The vibration alarm will r you set. You no longer need a battery meter and you no longer need to check your battery before each displayed on the transmitter LCD.

WALKERA DEVO 10 TRANSMITTER

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Utilizing Walkera's cutting edge 2.4GHz technology, the Devo 10 transmitter is specifically updated to accommodate ad such as quadcopters, hexacopters, octocopters and associated camera mounts. With faster response time and smooth significant improvements over traditional 2.4GHz transmitters. Because an increasing number of multi-rotor application transmitters are upgraded with a premium anodized gun metal finish. Stock DEVO 10 transmitters are either cheaper fl excessive glare under the sun. Many of DEVO 10's advance features such a 7-point curve adjustments and additional d seen on premium transmitters. Since quadcopter, hexacopter and octocopter pilots are usually handing multiple tasks, important role of a co-pilot. Introduction video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bB0LVuxEig

For optional upgrade rechargeable Lipo battery for this transmitter go to

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DEVO 10 FEATURES

1). 10 channels transmission, including 2 channels with smooth servo travel control dials. 1). Backlit LCD screen with extra large text for easy viewing under sunlight similar to the WK2801-PRO. 2). Upgraded gun metal anodized plating. Same plate coating used on the Walkera Devo 8S. This is not the stock versi 3). Displays telemetry data on the LCD screen including voltage, temperature, rpm and GPS data (enabled only when he data.) 4). Vibration and/or buzz alarm which can be set to trigger on a user defined voltage, temperature and time. 5). Supports both helicopters and airplanes with improved programming, mixes and interface. 6). User friendly menu with 7-point throttle curve adjustment provides more resolution than the traditional 5-point curve 7). 30 model memory so you can set up and define multiple models of helicopters and airplanes. 8). Online upgradable firmware for latest model updates and copy model setup data with ease. DEVO 10 SPECIFICATIONS 1). Encoder: ARM micro computer system 2). Frequency: 2.4GHzDSSS 3). Output Power: -5dBm~20dBm, long range 100mW power DEVO 10 TELEMETRY (Requires the installation of a Walkera telemetry module on the X88-J)

Protect your RC helicopter/airplane investment and put an end to constant worrying about running low on battery. This telemetry data from the aircraft. To enable this function, you will need a Walkera telemetry module installed on the X88

reading before and during flight. Once this feature is on the X88-J, the voltage will be clearly displayed on the DEVO 10 meter. More importantly, you can set up a predefined minimum voltage level when the DEVO 10 will trigger a sustained power or forget to land. You can order this optional feature installed on your X88-J at the time of purchase or you some solder and wiring. Devo 10 Telemetry introduction video
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For Walkera telemetry to function you must have a DEVO 6S, 8S, 10 or 12S transmitter and your helicop telemetry to gather and transmitter the data. Optional Walkera telemetry module below is available for D equipped with this function. Helicopters, quadcopters, hexacopters and octocopters using Walkera rec requirements for the telemetry to work. Walkera Mini CP and Ladybird already come with telemetry, the required on these models. Telemetry module together with Devo RX801, RX802 or RX1002 receiver, can quadcopter, hexacopter, octocopter and airplane to work with Devo 6s, 8s, 10 and 12s transmitters. For and quadcopters to telemetry including T-Rex 250, 450, 600, Walkera 1#A, Hiko, E-Flite Blades, helicopte quadcopters which has the payload capacity for this module. Take advantage of the newest in RC techn purchased below. http://www.wowhobbies.com/walkera-telemetry-module.aspx SPECIFICATIONS 1). Encoder: ARM micro computer system 2). Frequency: 2.4GhzDSSS 3). Output power:-5dBm~20dBm, long range 100mW power 4). Battery: 1.2VX4 NiCard or1.5V X 8 AA dry batteries

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FEATURES 1). Easy to see under sunlight backlit LCD screen 2). Upgraded gun metal anodized plating which is the same plate coating used on the Walkera Devo 8S. This is not the 3). Telemetry with voltage, temperature, rpm and GPS data display 4). Vibration and/or buzz alarm which can be set to trigger on defined voltage, temperature and time 5). 2 Model Types: Helicopter and Airplane. Improved programming with more mixes and better interface. 6). 7-point throttle curve provides more resolution than the traditional 5-point curve. 7). 30 model memory. 8). Online update function:Enjoying updating the latest program and copy model setup data with ease. 9). User friendly menu access with throttle curve graph..

DEVO 8 RECEIVER Specification 1). Type: 2.4G 8 channels 2). Sensitivity :-105dBm 3). Weight:9g 4). Size:38.52814 5). Power suppy: 5V Devo 8 Telemetry transmitter Specification: 1). Encoder: ARM micro computer system 2). Frequency: 2.4GhzDSSS 3). Output power:-5dBm~20dBm 4). Battery: 1.2VX4 NiCard or1.5VX4 AA dry batteries 5). Current Drain: 220mADEVO RX801

Features 1). 2.8 inch color touch screen, Icon driven for quick menu access. 2). Comfortable non-slip rubber grip design on the sides and back of the radio. 3). Quad-bearing design providing silky smooth stick action. 4). Multi-language selectable between Chinese, English, German, French, and Spanish. Other languages are avail 5). 2 Model Types: Helicopter and Airplane. Improved programming with more mixes and better interface. 6). 7-point throttle curve provides more resolution than the traditional 5-point curve. 7). Twelve-model memory. 8). Online update function: Enjoying updating the latest program and copy model setup data with ease.
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