Linking Two Different Mavic 2 Controllers (NOT for use at the same time)?

[7KJT7Y2I]

I just upgraded from a Mavic Pro to a Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual.

Given that they're both Mavic 2 airframes, I want to ensure redundancy wherever I can.

I don't need to use two controllers at the same time. I merely want to link both controllers to both aircraft, so that when I'm in the field, I don't have to stop flying to recharge the controller. I can just switch to the other controller (with a full charge). I have no need to fly both aircraft at the same time (not that that's ever a good idea).

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

 

[paulatkin73]

I just upgraded from a Mavic Pro to a Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual.

Given that they're both Mavic 2 airframes, I want to ensure redundancy wherever I can.

I don't need to use two controllers at the same time. I merely want to link both controllers to both aircraft, so that when I'm in the field, I don't have to stop flying to recharge the controller. I can just switch to the other controller (with a full charge). I have no need to fly both aircraft at the same time (not that that's ever a good idea).

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

each link is individual. there is no issues using same controller but you will need to re-link it every time for each bird every time you swap. not sure it is worth the hassle.

 

[7KJT7Y2I]

Thanks for the help! In my case, it's worth the hassle. It takes so long to recharge the controller that having the ability to switch over to a new one with a fresh battery makes that extra work with it.

 

[paulatkin73]

Thanks for the help! In my case, it's worth the hassle. It takes so long to recharge the controller that having the ability to switch over to a new one with a fresh battery makes that extra work with it.

the good part it links very fast and it is quite easy and simple to do. i also keep my original small controller for redundancy, but use new smart controller only now. but, old one still works, and if needed for litchy app - it can be used.

 

[7KJT7Y2I]

the good part it links very fast and it is quite easy and simple to do. i also keep my original small controller for redundancy, but use new smart controller only now. but, old one still works, and if needed for litchy app - it can be used.

Good to know. When you say original, are you talking about the controller for the Mavic Pro?

 

[paulatkin73]

Good to know. When you say original, are you talking about the controller for the Mavic Pro?

sorry, no, mavic 2 pro`s original remote. new one is the 'smart remote' - one with an integrated crystalsky android screen unit.

 

[Mossiback]

... It takes so long to recharge the controller that having the ability to switch over to a new one with a fresh battery makes that extra work with it.

I am not sure about the M2 and Enterprise, but with the MP/MPP remote you can plug a USB power supply in the side port and connect to your display with the center USB port.

 

[7KJT7Y2I]

sorry, no, mavic 2 pro`s original remote. new one is the 'smart remote' - one with an integrated crystalsky android screen unit.

Cool. That reminds me, I almost got the ‘smart remote’ solely for the HDMI-out capability. With S&R in particular, a separate display is extremely helpful. I’m an Apple guy, so I’m about to make a TV kit with a stand-alone car battery / inverter combo, powering a TV and an old Apple TV. I would just screenshare my iPhone 8 Plus (maybe an iPad in the future) to the Apple TV via AirPlay. I need to do the math on the electrical characteristics of the system though, so I can figure out what kind of performance it would have and what would work best (or even if a car battery is feasible).

 

[7KJT7Y2I]

I am not sure about the M2 and Enterprise, but with the MP/MPP remote you can plug a USB power supply in the side port and connect to your display with the center USB port.

I didn’t know that that was possible! I assumed only one port should be used at any given time. I usually use my center USB port anyway, for the display. I can just plug in a high-capacity USB battery pack to the side!

Are there any downsides or suggestions on trying it out on the M2 controller? I want to make sure I don’t damage it and I have no idea if I should take certain steps while testing.

 

[paulatkin73]

I didn’t know that that was possible! I assumed only one port should be used at any given time. I usually use my center USB port anyway, for the display. I can just plug in a high-capacity USB battery pack to the side!

Are there any downsides or suggestions on trying it out on the M2 controller? I want to make sure I don’t damage it and I have no idea if I should take certain steps while testing.

you not going to damage anything.
as an another hint - if you have a fly more kit, it comes with a little adapter you can put on your regular battery and it has 2 usb ports. you can then use your drone`s battery to feed your controller.
found it.
https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Battery...dapter&qid=1551212678&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-4

sorry it is a part for an old mavic pro. there is a same one for new mavic 2 batteries also, but i cannot find it on amazon.

 

[Mossiback]

I didn’t know that that was possible! I assumed only one port should be used at any given time. I usually use my center USB port anyway, for the display. I can just plug in a high-capacity USB battery pack to the side!...

I forgot to charge my MP RC so I plugged in a spent MP battery using the adapter from the FMC and continued flying. There can be problems if you have a cord plugged into the side port that is not connected to anything but plugging in a power supply is okay.

...Are there any downsides or suggestions on trying it out on the M2 controller? I want to make sure I don’t damage it and I have no idea if I should take certain steps while testing.

I cannot vouch for the M2 RC but I would be surprised if it caused a problem.