For New & Old Pilots looking for help:
Here are some suggested links:
Copied From FB/3DR Solo Owners GroupHere are some suggested links:
3DR Support: Vu Tran's message regarding 3DR's support for Solo.
Kinakailangan ang Pagtiyak sa Seguridad
3DR Solo User Manual: Start here for Solo setup and operations. PDF file
http://bit.ly/28Qx4rG
3DR How-to videos: Flight school
https://goo.gl/xcaiwC
The history of Solo code as it pertains to flyaways and safety.
https://goo.gl/idor8S
Solo history thread (pics of early Solo)
https://goo.gl/ddx1Fk
App Device: Apple (iOS) or Android Smartphone or tablet.
https://goo.gl/olvYjw
Compatible with GoPro HERO3, 3+ and 4; optimized for HERO3+ and 4 (Hero 4 Black for the best experience).
GoPro Hero 5 DOES NOT WORK WITH SOLO
MicroSD card considerations
https://goo.gl/ODb0Xv
Backpack: The crate that comes will Solo is ok but it will fall apart in time. Very wise investment to get a sturdy case.
3DR backpack: Great, solid comfy backpack. $128
https://goo.gl/7yGw21
GPC Solo Limited Edition (5.11 Rush72) backpack: Much more room for Solo and equipment. Remove foam insert and you have the 5.11 Rush72 (3-day) backpack. $239
https://goo.gl/FWbTLb
Lowepro DroneGuard CS400: $112
https://goo.gl/yNJWiY
If you are having difficulties with GPS signal strength, you may want to try this DIY install GPS shield.
3DR Solo GPS shield V2: $30
https://goo.gl/yD5eS0
GPS shield install video
https://youtu.be/60A_a25IU3w
If you continue to have poor GPS performance, here is a replacement GPS board which includes GPS and GLONASS.
mRobotics mRo GPS u-Blox Neo-M8N: $80
Coupon code FREE5 for 5% off
https://goo.gl/JLE8iN
Install video for mRobotics GPS board
https://youtu.be/jCOT0VgJc8E
Leg Extenders: Unless you always launch and land on solid ground with no or low grass, you will need to slightly extend the legs so the gimbal will clear the ground
Relish3D Leg Extender V2. Great stuff from David Tan. $30
https://goo.gl/srKxoW
https://goo.gl/jI6UUG
Antenna: Lots of ways but here is a decent cheap and expensive, bolt-on option:
ALFA: Good place to start and cheap. $20
https://goo.gl/fSBO9R
FPVLR: The better solution. $115 (coupon code: 2017 for 10% off)
https://goo.gl/pGrK75
Master Airscrew Performance propellers for Solo. 4 props for $17
3DR Solo Propeller Upgrade - Master Airscrew 10x4.5 MR Propeller
APC propellers for Solo. 2 for $6.45
https://goo.gl/ORi3Hp
Prop Balance: For the best smooth video, balance your props.
EJK Solo balance rod: $20
Amazon.com: EJH Precision Prop Balancer 3D Robotics 3DR Solo: Toys & Games
Du-Bro prop balancer: $24
https://goo.gl/JFl9rK
Great Peter W. Moyer video on prop balancing:
https://goo.gl/s36p3O
GoPro Lens Filter: Helps for those bright days, reflections off water. You will probably need to balance gimbal with the added weight of filter.
SRP: Various cost for ND (Neutral Density and/or polarized)
SRP ND8/CP: $77 (1 lens)
https://goo.gl/qlVoNs
Another great Peter Moyer video on how to balance the gimbal after added a GoPro lens filter
https://goo.gl/IHFcdF
Polar Pro: $50 (3 lens)
https://goo.gl/s90XBm
Complete GoPro Lens Replacement: Removes "fisheye"
Peau Productions Prices vary. Link is for 3.97mm
https://goo.gl/vXFEVo
Illumination:
PolarPro LED Lights: $30
https://goo.gl/NimLrS
Misc:
Imp Concepts (Ian Soler) makes terrific 3D printed parts for Solo.
* Ships International
https://goo.gl/JA7OIK
April's Coupon codes are: FB4020 (20% off orders of $40 or more not including shipping) & FB5025 (25% off orders of $50 or more not including shipping)
Favorites include:
Solo 3 Axis Gimbal Lock / Stabilizer for the Stock 3DR GoPro Gimbal
https://goo.gl/raZu5G
Solo IMP Concepts Gimbal Balancing Kit &/or 3 Axis Gimbal Lock / Stabilizer Combo for the 3DR GoPro Gimbal
https://goo.gl/XpE8Ke
Controller Skins: Ryan Fordham makes great multicolored skins for your Solo controller.
* Ships International
https://goo.gl/uO4TTX
Green Cube for Solo (Pixhawk 2.1) $168
Available late Feb. 2017
Works with main branch of ArduCopter
https://goo.gl/nepFXI
One way to pull logs.
https://goo.gl/cek4YA
Video: https://goo.gl/7TR1Kd
Other Solo Android app:
Solex by Kelly Schrock. Excellent alternative to Android Solo app. $30
https://goo.gl/oemY46
Software:
Edit/Stabilization
ProDRENALIN (special offer for Solo group)
https://goo.gl/P4JioB
GoPro Hero 4 Black or Silver firmware v3.0
Allows GoPro power-on at Solo startup
Note, no linear mode
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yvkcneldcsexdat/UPDATE30000.zip…
The items above are by no means a complete list. Many other vendors and solution available. The items are what I have found to be useful for my Solo habit. You will also want to think about: extra battery(s) and chargers. Have fun and dig through the history of posts to search for your questions first.
Some history of Solo by Peter Moyer
3DR Solo Past, Present, and Future