TheLightSpeed!
Well-Known Member
I will do an in depth review of this on my gear review website but I judging by how weak the signal is with a clear line of sight I think it is safe to say that the penetration of this setup will be far inferior to the factory configuration. To give an idea how how little my itelite antenna helps... i totally disconnected the cables and I lost roughly 10 feet in total elevation that I could fly. Not sure if that is a good example but the point is, I get fairly similar range and connectivity with or without the antenna connected to the controller.
I am hoping they will send me a replacement unit so I can test this against one that is functioning hopefully. To any prospective buyers for the itelite unit, my suggestion at this point is to hang on until I can provide more information regarding this setup because at this point all I have done is waste $109.00 not to mention voiding my warranty.
Anyone on here should not wait for this guy to give his review. He bought his unit from a not normal source I.e. MAXXUAV and/or DBSMODS so who knows what he got exactly.
Lastly, anyone with experience in this stuff knows that ITELITE, MAXXUAV, and DBS MODS are all top notch. They put out top of the line antennas, and they don't cut corners. Also we all know that these antennas make a HUGE difference in signal and penetration. I'm most cases you don't need the antenna for long range, the Mavic does this stock... but to punch through trees, and congested areas it is a must. I have one for pure and simple insurance on long range flights.
Everyone, we are good, promise. I did mine yesterday and it's amazing so far. Just like always.