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    DJI Smartcontroller - DJI Go 4 update

    I refuse to update unless I absolutely have to. If it’s not broken, don’t fix it. Unproven updates can cause more harm than good sometimes.
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    I need opinions - replace Mavic 2 Pro or go to Mavic Air 2>

    Wait and see what the Mavic 3 brings to the table.
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    Is anyone else having Smart Controller map orientation issues?

    Nope. Mine is fine. That being said. I refuse to update the SC. Both my zoom and controller work fine. As with any DJI I’ve ever owned. I stop updating once I get a setup that works fine. I’m betting it’s something to do with an update. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
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    M2Z must be compass calibrated for all flights?

    For the record my m2z did the same thing. Calibrated imu and it’s much better.
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    Downward Sensors Zoom V Pro 1

    I don’t have the mp1 to compare, but do own the phantom 4 pro, spark, and the mavic 2 zoom. The zoom seems to need or request calibration MUCH more frequently than my other drones. At least as frequent as you mentioned.
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    Mavic 2 model confusion

    I had the phantom 4 pro for “better stills” etc because of its superior camera. But I’m not a professional photographer nor a videographer. I’ve since bought a mavic 2 zoom. And LOVE it. Didn’t think I would use the zoom functionality but it’s awesome. And I use it every flight. Takes plenty...
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    No image on screen

    Hmm, I have a 128g card in my zoom with SC and sometimes there is no image on screen until I reboot a time or two. Going to switch it out for a 64g and see if that issue goes away.
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    Imu calibration every boot up?

    After calibration it sometimes goes away or sometimes pops back up. Usually, as soon as I touch the unit the message clears.
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    Imu calibration every boot up?

    Red letters "IMU needs calibration". Then as soon as I move the drone or pick it up, it goes away.
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    Imu calibration every boot up?

    Every time I boot up my m2z after it's sat for a day or so, it requests an imu calibration. However the moment I pick up the drone to begin the process of calibration, the message clears and it greens up and says ready. After that on the same session, if I land and change out the battery, it...
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    Is everybody happy with their SC?

    I went from flying my p4p and spark with iPad mini to the m2z w/SC. All I can say is my only gripe is the lack of backwards compatibility. Absolutely love flying my zoom with the SC. Perfect setup in my opinion. No regrets at all.
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    Smatree hard case compatible with SC

    Just got in the Smatree hard case made for mavic 2 with smart controller. Looked at several and the price was better on this one. 79.99 on Amazon. Fits everything I want to carry well. Drone, up to 4 extra batteries, smart controller, chargers, etc. Wish it had a couple more spots for...
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    Smart Controller Charging lights?

    Just got my SC in the mail. Plugged it up to the dedicated wall charger over almost 2 hours ago. Charging/battery level lights running up to 4. Do they turn off when fully charged? And is it normal to take 2+ hours to charge this thing!?