The HDZero Freestyle VTX is a digital HD 720p 60fps 5.8GHZ video transmitter.
The power input range is 2S –4S. Though the VTX integrates a surge protection circuit, a large capacitor (450+uF) parallel with battery leads is mandatory to smooth the power supply of the whole quad.
The VTX includes a BEC that converts 2S-6S to fixed 5.8V with maximum 5A output current. The VTX also includes an U.FL RHCP antenna.
Important Notes:
Do not directly connect this VTX with 5S/6S battery.
Use 2S-4S VBAT, or included BEC, or FC with built-in BEC:
The Freestyle VTX consumes up to 15W. If it is connected with FC that has built-in BEC output, make sure the BEC has enough current. For example, the BEC has 10V, it needs minimum 1.5A current output.
Removing the heat sink is not recommended because it is part of the design.
The advantages of HDZero are minimal lag and serviceable digital image. If your video priority is top video quality you may prefer DJI or Walksnail. There isn't an onboard DVR like Walksnail or DJI, nor is the video quality impressive enough for professional filming applications. The image is much better than analog through the HDZero goggles (haven't experienced the VRX). Image distortion during link disruption is similar to analog, but there is no blurring and frame drop like DJI v2 (I downgraded from DJI to analog for this reason). Instead, when the signal starts breaking up, the image "rolls" "statics" and "bars" like an analog system. The range and power are similar in performance if not slightly better than analog of same output. I'm not a freestyle virtuoso or race pilot, but I do notice the improved latency. It actually took me a week to get used to the system since I've been flying DJIv2 with an analog module since I entered the hobby four years ago. Aside from the Freestyle VTX unit being enormous in size, it is easy to install and program. Though, it may be difficult to find a suitable frame if you are picky about mounting.
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Richard Smithson
Freestyle vtx
Worked great! Shipped quick
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Ryan Petroski
Great VTX!
Top of the line VTX, great quality! Also, fast delivery, thanks NewBeeDrone!!
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Mike
Great for freestyle.
You’ll need a frame that can fit. The FPVCycle Incisor frame works great, for example, since it have 2 x 30mm bays for electronics.
This was kind of a late night lark. I'd seen this upgrade for the Mk3 for a while and pondered whether it was a gimmick or not, and I'm pleased to say it's a genuinely good upgrade. It has reduced the noise of my Mk3 considerably. I haven't noted any significant increase in print quality, but the old drone of the bed is gone and that's completely worth it.
when i received mine the box and everything was not damaged but when i opened it the canopy was cracked and the VTX did not work when i tried my first battery. I'm alright with the vtx being DOA as all i really wanted was the motors and beeeye camara, But when i reached out to customer service i was blamed for crashing it (even tho i never flew it). beware the QC is total garbage. save your money and buy a Mobula6 from a reputable company like GetFPV for RDQ's. I wasn't going to write a review but after the email i received i don't want anyone else getting scammed.
I had a very personable experience shopping with my drone your team took the time to help me purchase exactly what I and also identified the additional accessories that I may need to purchase that way I would not have post purchase regret. I will definitely be shopping there again for more flight systems and accessories.
An absolute pleasure to fly. Handles incredibly well and responds to any input just as I expected.
The only criticism is not of the performance of the drone. Unfortunately, it arrived with damage to the canopy. But I was still able to fly it and make initial observations.
