Mini quadcopter "Lightning Bird" with Headless mode - SKU exchange. Review of spare parts for Eachine H8 Mini Headless Mode quadcopter

Good day, dear readers. Today I want to bring to your attention a review of a pretty good quad DM007. Let's get started =)

The parcel arrived via EMS service in 9 days. Here's the tracking:

The quad came in such a beautiful box.

In the picture on the side you can see different variations of this quadric; my quadric is black.

Standard equipment:
-Instructions in Chinese and English
-Set of spare blades
-Charger
-Battery 380mAh
-Blade protection
-Chassis
-Control equipment
-2mr camera
-Flash drive 4GB (noname)
-Card reader.

When I first started the quadric, I discovered several disadvantages. 1) An extremely inconvenient battery compartment. It is very inconvenient to insert and remove the battery from there.

2) The second disadvantage is that the quad has a very inconvenient backlight. In front it lights up blue and behind it blinks blue and red. not very convenient.

As you can see, there is no backlight on the rays themselves.

The equipment looks poor in appearance and to the touch, the sticks are very soft, this is not very convenient if you are used to holding good and expensive equipment in your hands, but I think beginners will not notice the difference. There is a monochrome display in front that displays unnecessary information. I don’t see the point in the display, unless you at least somehow raise the price. top panel there are 2 keys, one for changing speed, the second for performing flips. One of the advantages of the equipment is that it is powered by 4 AA batteries, and not 6 as in some other models, thanks to this the equipment is much more compact and less weight.

A couple of days ago I got this beautiful creature who really liked the quad =)

Externally, the quad looks quite beautiful; it is made of durable and pleasant-to-touch plastic. The main advantage of the quadric is that it has blade protection.

By the way, in appearance it is somewhat similar to the new Habsan.

To give you an idea of the size of the quad, I have attached a ruler:

The brushed motors are quite large for such a quad.

Battery 2 cans with a capacity of 380 mAh, charging time with standard charging is approximately 50 minutes, flight time is approximately 5-7 minutes.

Camera:
The camera shoots video well. It is recorded in AVI format with a resolution of 1280x720. An example video is below.

The photo takes much worse. The picture is dark and blurry. The photo is recorded in JPG format with a resolution of 2560x1440.

To activate a photo or video, you need to move the trimmer switch to the position you need.

But since the camera here is not very good, I take it off and fly without it.
The quadric flies quite quickly, easily copes with wind currents, and does flips very quickly. The quadric has 2 flight modes: Low Speed and High Speed. To select one or another mode, you need to press left button on the end of the equipment.
To perform a flip, you need to press the right button on the end of the remote control and pull the right stick in the direction in which you want to perform the flip.

I posted the video of the flight below. One video is mine, the other is from the Internet.

I’ll tell you a little about Headless Mode. I’ll tell you in my own words, precise definition I don’t know and I couldn’t find it on the internet =) Headless Mode is a mode in which the quad, no matter what position it is in, sideways or forward, will be controlled as if it were turned backwards towards you. That is, if you have flown far and cannot understand how it is located relative to you, you turn on this mode and just pull the stick towards you, the quad will fly back to you even if it is turned sideways. I hope I explained it clearly =)
For the mode to work well, the quad needs to be calibrated. Calibration is simple, we take off, we spin around our axis a couple of times and that’s it =) Now we can turn on the mode. To turn on the mode, you just need to press the right control stick. The remote control will blink and all this will be accompanied by a constant and disgusting squeak.

Let's summarize:
If you are a beginner and want to learn how to fly, then this quad will suit you. It flies well, the sticks work well, and it has a Headless Mode. Feel free to take it, it’s good for a beginner. If you are an experienced pilot and have passed through your hands a lot of all sorts of quads, I do not recommend it. The sticks will seem very soft to you, you will be too lazy to bother with stuffing the Akuma inside, the backlight is also not convenient.
Pros:
-Protection of the blades is included immediately
-Strong body (note to beginners)
-Headless Mode
-Camera (I don't know if this is a plus or not, but I'll put it on the list)
-Does flips quickly
Cons:
-Inconvenient battery compartment
-Not convenient backlight
-Cheap control equipment
-The sticks are too soft (I’m used to my FlySky equipment, it has good stick travel.)
I told you about it, then the choice is yours whether you take it or not =)
I would like to thank the GearBest store for providing the quad for review.
DM007 from $54.36 price drops to $44.99

Hi all.

A short review of the miniature FuriBee quadcopter F36- popular toy for flights for apartment.

It’s best to start introducing yourself to the world of flying RC models with a model like this - it’s simple and clear. And not expensive.
In short - an excellent option for playing with children, since there is good protection from rotating parts, as well as simple controls.

So, quadcopter FuriBee F36 RC- the smallest quad with Headless Mode. It is also a copy of JJRC H36/Eashine E10. They differ in the color of the crust and the logo on the box. The kits are the same (although those that are more expensive may differ in the number of batteries included). Some say that this is the latest “improved” version - there is little left to improve in such a successful model - mainly differences in the quality and type of materials, slightly different engine protection from below, and also slightly less acceleration during flight (easier to control). But the differences are minimal.

The FuriBee F36 uses soft, elastic, black plastic as a frame, which springs back when dropped. The weakest point is the propellers; in fact, they are consumables. The shell, frame, motors, propellers and batteries can be purchased without any problems.

I haven’t seen a separate electronics board and remote control - everything is for sale, it’s a question of cost, it’s cheaper to buy a new set.

A very popular quad, there are already a lot of reviews, there are options for installing a camera and FPV, models for 3D printing on a printer (modifications and accessories) and so on. On shares it is often sold for $9...$10.

Photo from reviews on the page

Specifications:

The quadric arrived to me by regular mail. Packaging - bag, inside a box with a toy

The mass is ridiculous, like a couple of chocolates (~ 200g)

The box contains information about the model, color

And also lists the “chips” of the quadric

Appearance boxes

Packaging 14x11x9 cm. Can be packed as a gift under the Christmas tree (relevant).

Inside is a two-piece blister and a set

Made in a “whatnot” style. In one cell there is a remote control, in the other there is a quad.

There was a kit with spare blades, USB charging and a screwdriver. It's a small thing, but nice.

The charger works from USB - the simplest one, at 3.7V, with an indication during charging.

Battery size 651723 (sold in packs of spare ones)

If you buy more, look immediately with connectors. For quads of other types, the same batteries may have different connectors. Looking for E10/H36/F36

Weight is only 5g

Now a little more about the toy

Size about 9 cm on one side

Weight with battery about 20g...21g

Weight without battery 16g

It looks small in the palm of your hand

The crust (upper body) is removable (two latches on the sides), can be replaced/removed/installed by a friend (of a different color). There is an option.

The board is miniature, has a receiver and a pair of LEDs. You can see a piece of wire - an antenna

There is a battery holder and connector at the bottom.

The battery is simply installed into the holder without any effort

When connected, without any switches, power is supplied, the quadcopter waits for a signal from the remote control. The current status is indicated by blinking of both LEDs.

There is a red LED on the front and a blue LED on the back.

In the dark. They shine bright enough

A few words about the remote control.
The remote control is standard for similar devices, 4 control channels (two sticks on two axes).
The left stick is not spring-loaded (does not return to the center), since the initial position is zero throttle (height).
The right one is always in the center.

There are three precise rocker calibrations (rotation on the left, forward-backward calibration in the center, left-right switch on the right)

Here is a description of the functionality of the remote control. The only thing: my model does not have shifts like in the picture (Hugh/Low and 360°)

The size of the remote control is “childish”, although it is convenient to operate

Three pinky batteries (“AAA”) are used.

We turn on the central ON/OFF, the LED lights up and a calling squeak is heard (the Chinese write “Di-Di” in the instructions).

Setup, calibration, control
Turn on the remote control and the quad at the same time. The devices are linked (“Di-Di”). I recommend calibrating your quad right away (and more often). Calibrated on two axes separately.
First, both sticks go left and down. The quad begins to blink and “Di-Di” is heard.

Then both sticks to the right and down. Flashing again and “Di-Di”

I'll also note additional modes: If you press the right stick, the mode will be activated Headless Mode.
This mode allows you to perform somersaults in automatic mode in four directions (press the stick while the mode is activated - there is a squeak, use the right stick to set the direction of the somersault: forward, backward, left or right). After completing the maneuver, the mode turns off.

The second mode - return home - is activated by pressing the left stick. It makes sense to use it when the quad is far from the remote control and there are no obstacles in the way. The quad begins to fly towards the signal source, and at the same time we have little control)))) I don’t use this mode, it’s not needed around the apartment.

Battery capacity test.
The battery when charging showed about 150 mAh (sometimes with pennies - how to get it out).

There are few photographs taken in flight - it is extremely difficult to control and capture the quad in the frame

As they say, a moment before the fall)))))

A short video where I tried to show the flight of a quad.
I tried to show everything, including my mistakes. To ensure that the quad does not move to the side, perform calibration and adjustment. sometimes the configuration changes (for example, the propeller warps) - the balance changes, the quad begins to pull to the side. It is very easy for animal hair to get wrapped around the screws - also check. Otherwise, you will get poor handling and an overheated engine.
The video shows how I turn on and pair the devices (a squeak sounds), you can move the gas stick to the maximum (such as range calibration).
From the beginning of the video you can see that after calibration the quad is pulled to the side. During the flight, I made more precise adjustments using the keys on the joystick (in my case it was left and forward). Afterwards I started flying normally, but the throttle stick has a very high sensitivity. And it’s very difficult to catch the height position (in the video it wobbles up and down).
It is recommended to lengthen the sticks for more precise control (if you pull, the caps come out). In the end I got the hang of it.

Conclusions: an excellent quadcopter for beginners and children. Extremely simple controls, there is the possibility of calibration, there are return modes and headless mode. The lightweight and flexible body with propeller protection ensures flight safety.

Among the minuses, I note the lack of spare batteries (you need to buy them separately, preferably several) and their low capacity - enough for 5 minutes of flights.
Well, read the instructions before flying))))

Hi all.

A short review of the miniature quadcopter FuriBee F36 - a popular flying toy for apartments.

It’s best to start introducing yourself to the world of flying RC models with a model like this - it’s simple and clear. And not expensive.
In short, it is an excellent option for playing with children, as there is good protection against rotating parts, as well as simple controls.

So, the quadcopter is the smallest quadcopter with Headless Mode. It is also a copy of JJRC H36/Eashine E10. They differ in the color of the crust and the logo on the box. The kits are the same (although those that are more expensive may differ in the number of batteries included). Some say that this is the latest “improved” version - there is little left to improve in such a successful model - mainly differences in the quality and type of materials, slightly different engine protection from below, and also slightly less acceleration during flight (easier to control). But the differences are minimal.

The FuriBee F36 uses soft, elastic, black plastic as a frame, which springs back when dropped. The weakest point is the propellers; in fact, they are consumables. The shell, frame, motors, propellers and batteries can be purchased without any problems.

I haven’t seen a separate electronics board and remote control - everything is for sale, it’s a question of cost, it’s cheaper to buy a new set.

A very popular quad, there are already a lot of reviews, there are options for installing a camera and FPV, models for 3D printing on a printer (modifications and accessories) and so on. On shares it is often sold for $9...$10.

Photo from reviews on the page

Specifications:

The quadric arrived to me by regular mail. Packaging - bag, inside a box with a toy

The mass is ridiculous, like a couple of chocolates (~ 200g)

The box contains information about the model, color

And also lists the “chips” of the quadric

Box appearance

Packaging 14x11x9 cm. Can be packed as a gift under the Christmas tree (relevant).

Inside is a two-piece blister and a set

Made in a “whatnot” style. In one cell there is a remote control, in the other there is a quad.

There was a kit with spare blades, a USB charger and a screwdriver. It's a small thing, but nice.

The charger works from USB - the simplest one, at 3.7V, with an indication during charging.

Battery size 651723 (sold in packs of spare ones)

If you buy more, look immediately with connectors. For quads of other types, the same batteries may have different connectors. Looking for E10/H36/F36

Weight is only 5g

Now a little more about the toy

Size about 9 cm on one side

Weight with battery about 20g...21g

Weight without battery 16g

It looks small in the palm of your hand

The crust (upper body) is removable (two latches on the sides), can be replaced/removed/installed by a friend (of a different color). There is an option.

The board is miniature, has a receiver and a pair of LEDs. You can see a piece of wire - an antenna

There is a battery holder and connector at the bottom.

The battery is simply installed into the holder without any effort

When connected, without any switches, power is supplied, the quadcopter waits for a signal from the remote control. The current status is indicated by blinking of both LEDs.

There is a red LED on the front and a blue LED on the back.

In the dark. They shine bright enough

A few words about the remote control.
The remote control is standard for such devices, 4 control channels (two sticks on two axes).
The left stick is not spring-loaded (does not return to the center), since the initial position is zero throttle (height).
The right one is always in the center.

There are three precise rocker calibrations (rotation on the left, forward-backward calibration in the center, left-right switch on the right)

Here is a description of the functionality of the remote control. The only thing: my model does not have shifts like in the picture (Hugh/Low and 360°)

The size of the remote control is “childish”, although it is convenient to operate

Three pinky batteries (“AAA”) are used.

We turn on the central ON/OFF, the LED lights up and a calling squeak is heard (the Chinese write “Di-Di” in the instructions).

Setup, calibration, control
Turn on the remote control and the quad at the same time. The devices are linked (“Di-Di”). I recommend calibrating your quad right away (and more often). Calibrated on two axes separately.
First, both sticks go left and down. The quad begins to blink and “Di-Di” is heard.

Then both sticks to the right and down. Flashing again and “Di-Di”

I’ll also note additional modes: if you press the right stick, the mode is activated Headless Mode.
This mode allows you to perform somersaults automatically in four directions (press the stick while the mode is activated - there is a squeak, use the right stick to set the direction of the somersault: forward, backward, left or right). After completing the maneuver, the mode turns off.

The second mode - return home - is activated by pressing the left stick. It makes sense to use it when the quad is far from the remote control and there are no obstacles in the way. The quad begins to fly towards the signal source, and at the same time we have little control)))) I don’t use this mode, it’s not needed around the apartment.

Battery capacity test.
The battery when charging showed about 150 mAh (sometimes with pennies - how to get it out).

There are few photographs taken in flight - it is extremely difficult to control and capture the quad in the frame

As they say, a moment before the fall)))))

Last time feature Headless mode(or headless mode) began to be added to all budget quadcopters. Although having this feature helps newbies in flying, not everyone understands how it works.

Before rushing into explanations, we will tell you how the drone works under normal conditions.

Like any aircraft, a quadcopter has a front and back, although for quadcopters this is not always obvious due to symmetry. If your copter has obvious symmetry, it can be difficult to determine which side it is facing towards you, especially if the drone is located at some distance from you.

To solve this problem, many manufacturers equip their models with LED navigation lights. Typically these lights are located on the beams on the lower side. There are red lights in front and green lights in the back. But as soon as the drone moves away from you at a decent distance, these lights also become invisible, especially in daylight.

Drone Control

A microcontroller is responsible for the behavior of the quadcopter in the air, one of the functions of which is to determine the drone in space. In other words, the controller understands where the model’s front is and where its back is.

If the quadcopter is turned towards you with its back, the control is clear and logical, the stick is away from you - the drone flies forward (away from you), towards itself - back (toward you), to the left - it flies to the left, to the right - it flies to the right.

It's a completely different matter when the copter is facing towards you. In this case, everything is the other way around: the stick is away from you - the drone flies back (at you), towards itself - it flies forward (away from you), to the left - it flies to the right, to the right - it flies to the left.

This is why controlling a quadcopter seems difficult at first. In order to make life easier for novice pilots, the Headless (HeadFree) mode or headless mode was invented.

HeadFree is commonly used in multiwii or Naze 32 controllers

Headless mode

Speaking in simple language In this mode you don't need to worry about the orientation of the copter.

By activating the Headless Mode, the drone will always fly forward when you press the stick away from you, no matter which side it is facing towards you, front or back.

In the picture, the red arrow shows the front of the copter.

The only condition is the requirement to first install the copter so that its front coincides with the direction of flight from you.

How this mode is activated is described in the instructions for each specific model(usually this is a switch on the remote control).

If you plan to develop your drone piloting skills, you will sooner or later have to abandon this mode, as it somewhat limits control over the model. So we recommend training your skills without using Headless mode. Flight simulators will help you with this.

We often observe launches of various or other UAVs in Headless mode. It is generally accepted that it greatly facilitates both the flight itself and the control of the drone as a whole, but nevertheless, for many, the presence of this mode is not entirely clear.

We owe the appearance of the “Headless” mode to Chinese manufacturers of inexpensive drones. Exactly on quads budget segment Most often you can find this mode, with the aim of making it easier for beginners to make their first flight. And before we start explaining what Headless mode is, let's first talk about how it is implemented at a basic level.

Like any vehicle, it has a front and a back, but most often due to the symmetrical design, it is difficult to distinguish the front of the drone from the back in flight. To partly solve this problem, UAV manufacturers began to install rotors of different colors on the drone. For example, red screws are for the front beam motors, and black screws are for the rear beam motors.

But again, once the drone takes off into the air and flies into the distance, it becomes impossible to distinguish between these colors, which again calls the orientation issue into question. Manufacturers went further and began to equip their products LED backlight, but its effectiveness is reduced to zero in daytime sunlight.

How does drone orientation work in normal mode?

Thanks to the microcontroller installed in the drone, it always understands where its front is and where its back is. And this fact is fundamental for all UAVs.

IN normal mode(when the drone is facing the pilot) while the quad is flying straight, everything is clear, move the right stick to the left - the drone flies to the left, to the right - the drone flies to the right, forward - the drone flies forward, and towards yourself - the drone flies backwards (backward).

But if you just turn the drone 180º (in front of the pilot) to return, for example, to the take-off location, then by moving the stick to the left, the drone will turn to the right, to the right, the drone will turn to the left, forward, the drone will fly towards the pilot, and if you tilt the stick towards you , then the drone will move away from the pilot. For a beginner, this state of affairs will be misleading. And that’s when Headless mode comes to the rescue.

What is Headless mode?

Simply put, Headless mode allows new pilots to not have to worry about orientation in general. The operating principle of headless mode is quite simple, the only precondition is that before activation and takeoff, the user must position the drone so that the front of the drone coincides with the upcoming flight direction. The mode is activated differently for each UAV model; a description of the process is in the instructions that come with the product.

By activating “Headless mode”, it becomes no longer important for the drone where its front is at the time of flight, and where its back is. It will strictly obey the position of the right stick, i.e. stick forward - we fly forward, stick back - we fly backward, and it doesn’t matter that the pilot turned the drone 180º. Thus on initial stage training, the beginner will be able to concentrate solely on adapting to the control of the drone.

It is also worth considering that, as practice shows, there are very few headless modes that work correctly, which can complicate both the learning process and the flight itself. Therefore, it would be best to immediately abandon flying in “Headless mode” and start training in normal orientation mode.