Introduction
the most popular models, mainly due to the similar external features with the technologically advanced DJI Phantom 1 . Made of high quality and durable plastic. It has impressive dimensions and good flight characteristics. The main purpose of the drone is amateur aerial photography.
Features
- 6-axis gyroscope
- 2MP camera
- Headless mode
- Flips 360º
- LED backlight
- Control frequency 2.4GHz
Package contents
- Quadrocopter Syma X8C
- Battery 2S 7.4V 2000mAh LiPo
- 2.4GHz control equipment (powered by 4 × AA 1.5V are purchased separately)
- Battery charger for drone battery
- Power supply for charger
- 2MP camera
- MicroSD card 4GB
- Card reader
- 4 × rotor
- 4 × spare rotor
- 4 × rotor guards
- 4 × landing feet
- Screwdriver
- Instruction (in English and Russian languages)
Specification
Appearance
Syma X8C quadcopter is available in three colors: White / Black / Orange.
Motors
The quadcopter is equipped with classic brushed motors with the transmission of torque through a gearbox. In practice, they have proven themselves from the best side, provide an indicative thrust in the UAV's niche. The developer does not specify performance information.
Camera
The Syma X8C is equipped with a 2MP camera, the image quality is below average. It is absolutely not suitable for high-quality aerial photography of landscapes. The storage of photo and video material is carried out by means of the included micro SD card with a volume of 4 GB, previously installed in the camera
For this model, the quadrocopter will be the best, buy the camera separately. Our choice: Mobius MINI or Firefly Q6.
Battery
Syma X8C is equipped with 2S 7.4V 2000mAh 25C lithium polymer battery. In practice, with the camera turned off, max. the flight time was 10 minutes, with the camera turned on it drops to 7 minutes. Charging time from the included charger is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Control
The Syma X8C quadrocopter is equipped with a classic 4-channel control equipment operating at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. Provides a distance of up to 200 meters in an interference-free area. Power is supplied from 4 × 1.5V AA batteries (purchased separately).
Button mapping
Test Drive
Quadrocopter Syma X8C in the test showed distinctive dynamics and controllability for a drone in the budget segment. The power reserve more than easily lifts any of the GoPro cameras without sacrificing flight performance. In obedient management, beginners will appreciate. There are 2-modes of activity "Low" and "High". Flips performed without failures, the function of returning to the transmitter worked without any special remarks.
Recommendations
- To take full advantage of the device's flight performance, it is important to calibrate the drone's compass after each battery connection. This is due to the fact that Syma is equipped with the simplest electronics, which is not able to memorize pre-flight settings. After turning off the power, all settings will be reset! It is necessary to carry out pre-flight calibration on an absolutely horizontal surface! (use the level in any of its performance).
Calibration:
- Power on the quadcopter
- Place the quad on a horizontal surface
- Activate the control equipment
- Move 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.
- If you notice that the quadcopter has stopped producing optimal thrust, and its activity has become more sluggish (with a fully charged battery), it is recommended to buy new motors and the drone will again begin to realize its full flight potential. To get the best thrust, hobbyists are installing on the drone instead of the stock "C-motors", improved "G-motors". Such an upgrade will allow the drone to be retrofitted with a 2-axis S / C gimbal, which was an exception on stock motors.
- The main rotor on budget quadrocopters, as a rule, always requires mandatory balancing in order to get rid of "jelly" and vibrations at the time of aerial photography.
FAQ
The most frequently asked questions regarding the Syma X8C quadrocopter and the 8-series in general.
* In - a question; O is the answer.
Q. Is there FPV on the Syma X8C?
A. No.
Q. Is it possible to equip Syma X8C S / C - motors?
A. It is possible, but economically not feasible, because the amount that will have to be spent on modernization will be enough for a quite good budget drone on BC motors.
Q. What is the capacity of the stock Syma X8C quadcopter?
A. Up to 150 grams without significant loss of control.
Q. Will cameras from Syma X8SC / X8W / X8SW / X8HW / Syma X8G / X8HG fit Syma X8C?
A. It will do.
Q. Can the Syma X8C be retrofitted with a 2-axis or 3-axis gimbal?
A. No, because there is not enough traction for stock motors. Amateurs decide the issue by replacing them with G - motors.
Q. How to distinguish "G - motor" from "C - motor"?
A. Determined by the force of attraction of the magnets. G - motors are attracted much stronger.
Q. How to turn on Syma X8C"Headless" mode?
A. Hold down the expense button (left button on the front of the equipment) until the beep sounds.
Q. What is the difference between “Mode 1” and “Mode 2”?
A. Mode 1 - left stick "Gas", right stick "Control". Mode 2 - left stick "Control", right stick "Gas".
Q. How do I switch between Mode 1 and Mode 2?
O. Hold the trimmer located under the right stick in the right position and at the same time turn on the power of the remote control. The remote control will beep and the display will show “Mode 2”. In the same order to change to "Mode 1".
Q. Does the battery indicator displayed on the remote indicate the battery charge of the quadcopter?
A. No. Since the equipment works in one-way mode with the drone, therefore, it does not receive any incoming signals.
Q. How to transfer the equipment to the "long-range mode" of operation?
A. In stock, the equipment is usually set to "home mode" (flashing antenna reception symbol on the equipment display) . In this mode, the distance is not long. To switch to the "long-range" mode, you must:
- With the equipment turned off, raise and hold the trimmer (from the left of the right stick), at the same time set the power button of the equipment to the "On" position.
- Then move the left stick up and down at the same time. The antenna reception indicator on the display of the equipment will change from a blinking state to a permanently lit one.
Price
On various Internet trading platforms, the price for a Syma X8C quadcopter varies from $ 53-89.
Conclusion
Pros
- Quality versions
- Control (6-axis gyroscope operation)
- Strength
- Load capacity
- LED backlight
- Price
Cons
- Collector motors (short resource)
- Camera (image quality)
- Dislikes windy weather
- Balancing of the rotor is required
Developers Syma
Photos
Photos with Syma X8C quadrocopter.
Video
Video with the Syma X8C quadrocopter.
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