Introduction
In the second half of 2015, JJRC was the most active in the multicopter market, releasing 10 new models. The crown was the model - JJRC X1. The first quadrocopter on brushless motors. An inexpensive (about $ 130) versatile drone with the makings of a racing drone.
Package Contents
- Drone JJRC X1
- Dual Cell Lithium Polymer Battery (7.4V) 1300 mAh 20C (with JST connector and balancing connector)
- Control equipment with operating frequency 2.4 GHz (powered by 4 AA batteries, not included)
- Charger
- 4 × rotor (2CW / 2CCw)
- 4 × spare rotor (2CW / 2CCw)
- 4 × rotor guards
- Landing feet
- Tool for unscrewing the propellers
- Instruction
Appearance
design, imitating metal. Tough enough to withstand a light crash, it certainly won't survive a major blow. The landing feet feel a little fragile.
The battery occupies the entire compartment, there is no place for installing a more powerful battery.
There are camera mounts on the bottom of the body, most likely in the future JJRC is going to announce the X1 version with FPV. Near the mount is a mini JST connector for its connection.
Each beam of the JJRC X1 has LED illumination, but it is too weak for night flights.
Specifications
Control equipment
In addition to the two sticks and the trim buttons, there are two buttons on the top of the remote control. The left one is responsible for switching flight modes, the right one is not involved. If the user installs the camera, then the upper right switch (trimmer up) will be responsible for turning on and off the video recording, press it down to take pictures. The left switch is free for additional functions.
To start the drone, you will need to unlock the motors. To do this, simultaneously move the left stick to the lower left position, and the right to the lower right.
Price
On various Internet trading platforms, the average price for a JJRC X1 quadcopter is about $ 200...
Conclusion
Pros
- Powerful
- Controllable
- Easy to disassemble and maintain
- 10-11 minutes real flight time
- Compatible with inexpensive FPV Syma X5C kit FPV kit
- Offset distance
Cons
- Weak LED backlight
- Can't configure and update firmware
- Motor ESCs are on one board
This is the first cheap quadcopter with brushless motors from JJRC. I must admit that JJRC surprised me this time. The X1 has no fancy features. A simple, but at the same time powerful quad with good flight performance and a long distance of removal, capable of lifting 40-50 grams of payload. The advantage of the model will be appreciated by beginners for whom the potential of collector UAVs has become insufficient. Age limit 14.
Photo
Photo with JJRC X1 quadcopter.
Video
Video with JJRC X1 quadrocopter.
User manual for JJRC X1 quadcopter in English
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