- General
- August 1, 2019
- 6 minutes read
DJI Debuts FPV Drone Control Kit
DJI’s FPV goggles image: DJI DJI, the Chinese company known for its drones that dominate the consumer market, has debuted a…
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| DJI’s FPV goggles
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DJI, the Chinese company known for its drones that dominate the consumer market, has debuted a new “First Person Viewing (FPV)” drone control kit, which includes a pair of goggles, a camera, a remote controller and a 5.8GHz transmission module. This is basically stuff targeted at drone racing and high-end filming. The new FPV kit offers clear HD video, ultra-low latency and long-range video transmission paired with anti-interference technology in a simple setup.
The FPV control system leverages a two-way data communication mechanism to control drones, and can be used to control drones at up to 2.5 miles away. Its anti-interference technology enables a reliable video feed to the controller’s goggles during flight. The FPV [150 degree ultra-wide-angle lens] camera can capture content in 1080p at 60 fps or 720p at 120 fps, while the goggles can record in 720p at 60 fps. Footage from the high-quality camera can be instantly played back on the goggles for quick reviews.
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| DJI’s FPV remote controller
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| DJI’s FPV “Air Unit” [camera+transmission module]
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An impressive feature of the FPV system is the ability to simultaneously control up to eight drones at once. During drone races, operators also have the ability to view the live feed of other competing drones through a special feature called “Audience Mode”. The FPV remote controller uses a 4-in-1 closed loop software that lets drone operators remotely adjust settings for the three other components [camera, goggles and transmission module].
The FPV system is already available for purchase, in two packages: the FPV Fly More Combo and FPV Experience Combo that retail for $930 and $820 respectively. The price difference lies in the cheaper package not including the custom remote controller. DJI says both packages include all the “necessary wires and antennas.”
