Mavic controller mod.

Attex · Jan 16, 2017

I've been using my good old Samsung s4 for flying but I have noticed some thing I miss but are obvious on the pc in my videos. So I'm wanting a tablet now. Being restricted by size sucks. So I modified my controller arms. I can fit my son's Kindle fire 8" in it all thoughyou can't get dji go on it. Still gives me an idea of what to look for. Fits snug enough to hold controller or tablet in either one hanging.

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Attex · Jan 16, 2017

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Attex · Jan 16, 2017

Its a little crude because of the arc of the dremel tools bit. Not to noticeable though.

Motley · Jan 16, 2017

I would be a bit concerned about covering up that sport mode button, it can be useful if you get into trouble.

My Samsung Tab A 7" works perfect without mods and many others are using it as well, it is low-cost tablet if you happen to be looking for a new one to use.

Attex · Jan 16, 2017

Yeah that is tho down fall. lol I havent had to use it yet in an emergency. Thanks for the tip on the tab Ill check it out!

swishi · Jan 28, 2017

Hi Attex... im looking for a mod to make my nvidia shield fit into the controller... can you explain what you exactly done...?

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Attex · Jan 28, 2017

I did this mod and bought the Nvidia shield k1. Basically I ground off the limits of the arms. See where they hit and make more clearance.

frankiez · Jan 28, 2017

I just ordered an Ipad mini2 off Amazon. I have heard nothing but great things about using an Ipad as your monitor. I have never used IOS so it will be all new to me. I am familiar with android. I cant wait to get it and try it out. The display is supposed to be epic with that retina display.

Anthony Viscomi · Jan 28, 2017

frankiez said:
I just ordered an Ipad mini2 off Amazon. I have heard nothing but great things about using an Ipad as your monitor. I have never used IOS so it will be all new to me. I am familiar with android. I cant wait to get it and try it out. The display is supposed to be epic with that retina display.

Please note that the iPad Mini 2 are "hit & miss" for use with the Mavic, P4P & Inspire 2.

frankiez · Jan 28, 2017

Anthony Viscomi said:
Please note that the iPad Mini 2 are "hit & miss" for use with the Mavic, P4P & Inspire 2.

I never heard this or read about this. "Hit or miss". I have read nothing but good things here about using the Ipad mini with the Mavic.

Anthony Viscomi · Jan 28, 2017

frankiez said:
I never heard this or read about this. "Hit or miss". I have read nothing but good things here about using the Ipad mini with the Mavic.

If the iPad Mini 2 you've purchased is going to be solely dedicated to flying your Mavic, then you should be okay. Some folks have been using the iPad Mini 2 for flying, but have it "bloated" with a ton of apps that sometimes run in the background, thus using processing resources.

Landmix · Jan 28, 2017

I hear about the app crashing mid flight but thought it could be the phone (tablet). I was just blaming the platform. BUT.... apps running in the background would cause a problem. Ok, maybe android may be alright. I refrained from using my galaxy tab for this reason.
I'll give it a try. Thanks for your input Anthony

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Anthony Viscomi · Jan 28, 2017

Landmix said:
I hear about the app crashing mid flight but thought it could be the phone (tablet). I was just blaming the platform. BUT.... apps running in the background would cause a problem. Ok, maybe android may be alright. I refrained from using my galaxy tab for this reason.
I'll give it a try. Thanks for your input Anthony

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If you're using an older device and it will be solely dedicated fro the Mavic, perform a factory reset on the device and only install the essential app(s) (i.e. DJI GO)

frankiez · Jan 28, 2017

Anthony Viscomi said:
If you're using an older device and it will be solely dedicated fro the Mavic, perform a factory reset on the device and only install the essential app(s) (i.e. DJI GO)

Thanks Anthony. Yes, i bought this Ipad mini2 specifically for my controller and the DJI Go4 app

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Panamera · Jan 29, 2017

I just bought a iPad mini 4 for my controller

DonB · Jan 29, 2017

frankiez said:
I never heard this or read about this. "Hit or miss". I have read nothing but good things here about using the Ipad mini with the Mavic.

I've been running the iPad mini 2 for a few months, no issues at all.

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FireFlyer451 · Jan 29, 2017

I had an iPad mini 2, it worked for most apps. But not one I needed for work: Map Pilot. Lots of problems, but changing to a mini 4 and those problems went away

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Rockin G · Jan 30, 2017

swishi said:
Hi Attex... im looking for a mod to make my nvidia shield fit into the controller... can you explain what you exactly done...?

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Here is a mount I made for mine until the one I ordered comes in. Note, I can still see the controller if I need to as well.