New member and pilot from central Florida

[Jonathonmp]

Brand new to the hobby. Already one week in and I ended up with two drones. I have a mavic air and just received my mavic 2 pro. It's an addicting hobby and look forward to getting to know everyone.

 

[Dedal]

Welcome.

 

[Jonathonmp]

Thanks! Wasn't planning on getting another one for a while but when I see these videos of ocusync and how much further it really does go I just had to have it!
I am curious though of like what other companies and models are competitors for not only my air or 2 pro but for dji?

 

[Dedal]

I can understand that... It's almost addicting.

Edit: Autel, Xiaomi, Parrot, Skydio... But, most end up buying DJI anyway.

 

[old man mavic]

welcome to the forum

 

[Jonathonmp]

DJI makes an absolutely amazing product. There really was nothing like that first flight.
Is there an ocusync upgrade/solder wore on maybe kit for my air.

 

[Dedal]

DJI makes an absolutely amazing product. There really was nothing like that first flight.
Is there an ocusync upgrade/solder wore on maybe kit for my air.

No, there's not... Take a look in here, if you have any question afterwards, simply start a new thread:

"Mavic Air"
"Mavic 2 Pro"

 

[Jonathonmp]

No, there's not... Take a look in here, if you have any question afterwards, simply start a new thread:

"Mavic Air"

thanks again for the info and the welcome! Great to meet you!

 

[Dedal]

thanks again for the info and the welcome! Great to meet you!

You are welcome. Nice to meet you too.

 

[dirkclod]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots .
I hope you will find our site helpful and look forward to any input , photo's/video's you might post .
Don't be shy and ask anything if you can't find it by searching
and stay safe..

 

[Drone Master]

Welcome to Mavic Pilots! Enjoy the forum!

 

[msinger]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[wjkrysak]

Welcome to the forum. I also fly a MA and have enjoyed many flights. You will find all sorts of support and suggestions. Enjoy your flying. We look forward to seeing your part of the world

 

[Jonathonmp]

Thank you all for the welcome to the forum and already cannot believe how much stuff there is for these drones. Third party apps and all kinds of stuff. Thanks again to all for the welcome. Great to meet you all

 

[Skywatcher2001]

Welcome to the forum Jonathonmp . . . happy to have you.

 

[Thomas B]

Welcome to the forum from the deserts of Arizona! Enjoy.
Recommend reading the full 70 page DJI for your M2. Get it and other good stuff here:

Mavic 2 - Product Information - DJI

The Mavic 2 is DJI's flagship consumer drone built for pros and enthusiasts. Discover more about the Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom with specs, FAQs, video tutorials, guides, and user manuals. Learn more at DJI.com.

www.dji.com

 

[Jonathonmp]

Welcome to the forum from the deserts of Arizona! Enjoy.
Recommend reading the full 70 page DJI for your M2. Get it and other good stuff here:

Mavic 2 - Product Information - DJI

The Mavic 2 is DJI's flagship consumer drone built for pros and enthusiasts. Discover more about the Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom with specs, FAQs, video tutorials, guides, and user manuals. Learn more at DJI.com.

www.dji.com

I lived in AZ for 10 years. Moved here to Florida 5 years ago. I lived in Cave Creek and then Desert Mountain in N. Scottsdale if your familiar.
Also, thank you and thank you to Skywatcher2001 for the warm welcome. This forum is already great! Learning so much stuff but also the support from everyone seems incredible.

 

[Jonathonmp]

I actually did have a question come to mind pouring over the forum. I got my answer about converting my air to ocusync but my pro2 could really benefit from a higher vantage point antenna as well. Is the signal encrypted or could I construct a repeater or buy a WiFi repeater and modify it to install on my 100ft ham radio antenna tower?

 

[Thomas B]

I actually did have a question come to mind pouring over the forum. I got my answer about converting my air to ocusync but my pro2 could really benefit from a higher vantage point antenna as well. Is the signal encrypted or could I construct a repeater or buy a WiFi repeater and modify it to install on my 100ft ham radio antenna tower?

Likely just being on your roof would allow max possible range on the M2. Your idea might work, but remember that legally you need to maintain VLOS (visual line of sight) so you’d need an elevated place to operate from, and also should consider something like the Firehouse ARC XLs added to your drone... they are tested and certified to 3.5 miles visibility under optimal conditions.

 

[Jonathonmp]

I am going to look up the firehouse arc now! Thank you so very much for the information! Thanks again to you and to all for the welcoming.