MJX Bugs 3 Mini: smaller version with Acro mode.

Introduction

2018 model. Proposed by the developerMJX Bugs 3 flight mode "Acro". The MJX Bugs 3 Mini is a racing version of the quadcopter for beginners with a drone racing perspective who have gone beyond the potential of collector UAVs and want to try something a little more serious, yet inexpensive and ready to fly out of the box.

Features

• Frame 175mm
• Used 1306 2750KV motors in tandem with 2-blade 3.7-inch props
• 2 × flow modes (50/100%)
• Flight modes: Angel / Acro
• Battery charge and distance control
• 2.4GHz control
• 6-axis gyroscope
• Max. flight time 10 min
• Max. distance 300m
• Flips 360 °
• Built-in buzzer
• LED backlight (switchable)

Package contents

The developer offers the drone in three configurations:

1. Without camera
2. With C5810 camera FPV monitor
3. With C5810 camera FPV Monitor FPV Goggles

The standard set will include:

1. Quadcopter BUGS 3 mini
2. Battery 2S 7.4V 850mAh 45C LiPo
3. 2.4GHz hardware (4 × AA power supply sold separately)
4. 4 × rotor
5. 4 × spare rotor
6. 4 × rotor guards
7. USB charger
8. Memory adapter
9. Tool (screwdriver key for removing the rotor)
10. Instruction (in English)

Add. Accessories

• MJX FPV 5.8GHz Camera C5810
• MJX D43 4.3 LCD RX FPV Monitor
• MJX G3 5.8G FPV Goggles

Specification

Drone

FPV camera C5810

FPV monitor

Appearance

Motors

The MJX Bugs 3 Mini is powered by an inexpensive, time-tested used 1306 2750KV motor working in tandem with 2-blade 3.7-inch propellers. The potential of the power plant coupled with light weight provided the drone with an exponential thrust in the UAV niche occupied, which will be appreciated by advanced beginners.

• The Bugs 3 Mini handles any GoPro action camera effortlessly.
• The pilot has two flow modes “Low / High” (Power: 50/100%).

Camera

FPV camera MJX C5810 (FPV) - provides analog video transmission without delay in the frequency range 5.8 GHz for the implementation of the first person flight. Works in tandem with a built-in 24-channel 25mW VTX. Lens angle of view: 65 °. Video quality: 648 × 488p. Video format: VGA. Max. transmission distance: 300m. In practice, this distance was no further than 100-150 meters.

• The MJX C5810 can be interfaced with a variety of analog FPV devices
• FPV Wi-Fi camera MJX C5007

FPV Monitor

MJX D43 4.3 LCD RX - 4.3-inch Universal LCD FPV monitor, with the ability to manually adjust the brightness. A built-in 32-channel video receiver operating in the 5.8GHz band is responsible for receiving the video stream from the drone's camera. Powered by built-in 1-cell 800mAh lithium-ion battery. Charge from the included USB cable. It is mounted on stock control equipment using the included mount, and also supports pairing with an FPV headset - MJX G3 for realizing a full-fledged first-person flight.

FPV Headset

MJX G3 5.8G FPV Goggles - when paired with an FPV monitor, it provides complete immersion in flight from the first person. Available in top-end configuration, or purchased separately.

Flight modes

The pilot has two flight modes:

1. Angel - a mode for beginners. The 6-axis gyroscope controls the horizontal position of the drone 100%, the dynamics and tilt angles are minimal. The mode is suitable for beginners.
2. Acro - electronic stabilization is disabled, tilt angles are maximum. Unleashes the full flight potential of the drone. The mode is suitable for advanced users.

Mode change is performed by a switch on the control equipment before turning on the remote control and the aircraft. Launching in Acro mode is accompanied by a pronounced drone audible alarm.

Power supply

The Bugs 3 Mini

The B3 Mini inherits the drone feedback function with the equipment at low voltage and critical distance (short beeps from the equipment, flashing drone illumination = low charge; Long beep signal = far away or strong interference at the flight location).

Control

The quadcopter is controlled by 4-channel control equipment operating at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. Powered by 4 × AA (purchased separately). Provides max. removal distance - 500 meters.

* Remote control in combination with FPV monitor.

The antennas on the control equipment are decorative. The antenna itself is laid inside the case, and in the future it will be best to move it outside. Such an upgrade will significantly improve the quality of communication.

Button Assignments

Price

MJX Quadcopter Bugs 3 Mini is successfully sold through various Internet trading platforms at a price of $ 99 - $ 160 (depending on the configuration).

Recommendations and notes

• Before installing the battery for the first time, do not forget to remove the safety plug from the terminal block in the battery drone compartment
• The C5810 FPV FPV Camera is for initial use only. In the future, we recommend replacing it with a more technological one ( Turbowing DVR CYCLOPS 3AKK A5YouTube. The end result will significantly extend the positive emotions from owning the BUGS 3 Mini.
• Eachine ROTG01
• It would be best to upgrade the stock power supply to a more efficient one. The process, as in the case of the camera, is not difficult, although it does require the use of a soldering iron. As a power source, Li-Polymer 7.4V 1300mAh 30C batteries with JST connector
• Regardless of the level of piloting experience, the first flight of the B3 Mini it is recommended to start with only minimal costs, especially in the Acro mode. This approach will allow the user to go through the process of adaptation to control without serious crashes.
• To forcibly pair the control equipment with the drone:

1. While holding down the "Start and stop motors" button, turn on the control panel.
2. Then turn on the drone. The drone illumination will blink quickly at first, and then switch to a constant glow mode, which indicates a successful completion of the binding process.

• It is recommended to calibrate the gyroscope before the first flight.

Calibration process:

1. Turn on the aircraft and place it on a horizontal surface
2. Turn on the remote control
3. Pull down both sticks to the lower right position and hold for about 2-3 seconds, paying attention to the drone's illumination, it will start blinking. Wait for the backlight to switch from flashing to steady light. Calibration complete.
4. If necessary, achieve an accurate hold by adjusting the offset (trim) from the remote control.

• If after another crash you cannot find the crash site of the B3 Mini, turn off the control equipment and the drone will start emitting sound signals.

Conclusion

MJX Bugs 3 MiniFrom $99

7.1666666666667

Price

6/10

Camera

4/10

Functionality

6/10

Flight time

5/10

Flight performance

9/10

Compactness

9 / 10

Completion

9/10

Reliability

8/10

Price / Performance

(44 4) 10/10

Pros

• Quality of execution / Shock resistant materials
• Easy to use
• Flight potential / Controllability
• Flight modes Angel / Acro
• Activity modes Low / High
• Completion (3 options)
• The model allows for simple revision processes
• Bright LED backlight with the ability to turn off
• Control of residual battery charge and removal distance
• Price / Ready to Fly Out of the Box

Cons

• Standard FPV Camera (Extremely Narrow FOV)
• Potential standard battery
• Sensitivity of sticks in Acro mode at max. costs (requires getting used to)
• Switching off the motors only with a button on the remote control

Certainly deserves the attention of those who are already perfect has mastered the primary skills of piloting collector UAVs and is in search of something more powerful and high-speed, but at the same time inexpensive and ready to fly out of the box. When the stock potential of the drone is bored, the model allows you to implement an easy and inexpensive upgrade, during which the novice user will get acquainted with the internal structure of the drone and the process of tuning analog FPV radio electronics. Acts as one of the best FPV simulators, after mastering which you can safely move on to more expensive and advanced UAVs. Age limit 14.

Photos

Photos with the Bugs 3 Mini drone.

Video

Video with Bugs 3 Mini drone.