Originally posted by flyAA
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flyAA, hold on, i don't want to mislead you. This is not an HD FPV system. I am using standard 5.8 analog. Its just my flight cam is Runcam Split which is your basic "HD action" cam designed for FPV. The footage you see in the video is recorded onboard in HD format, onto a flash card or also known as mini-memory card you have in your cell phone. The picture i see in my goggles is significantly reduced in resolution. Its the same picture only its 640x480
Here is a good example of what it looks like:
This vid was taken with Hyperion cam, not the Runcam Split but idea is the same and this is recording from my goggles DVR.
There are 2 systems available for FPV. HD and analog. HD systems are currently not worth the money IMO unless you are into pro-racing. They are overpriced and still being actively developed. Range is not that great either.
Here are some examples of HD systems. FPVBlue is very promissing... something i would be interested in upcoming years for sure:
or
Connex ProSight HD
You should do your own research to see what and how it works. Also, I am always happy to answer any questions you might have to help you understand how things work.
One thing to keep inmind regarding HD FPV is that when you lose your HD video signal while flying, the picture/frame freezes. It will unfreeze when you regain signal but, by that time it might be too late. With analog you still see the picture only with a lot of static. Even though you are receiving a very weak signal, you still can see where you are flying.
Another thing to keep in mind is that HD or analog use radio frequencies that require you to get HAM license. Currently (and i could be wrong unless something changed within 2018) we can fly without license on 5.8Ghz at 25mw of pwr max.(this is actualy enough to get you started in FPV) Getting HAM license is easy... very easy test. Most people just don't want to take the time and drive to the radio club lol.
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