Simple Gecko Vista HD

By DMS_FPV on May 05, 2020

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This might be the cleanest build for me yet. I'm pretty pleased with how this turned out. I originally intended on using the Holybro stack but had some issues with it. Ordered the newbeedrone infinity stack and I'm super impressed. I'm becoming more and more a newbeedrone fan. Just got this done but i flew a few packs in the backyard today. Need to figure out the quietest 3" props as i don't want my neighbors to get mad. Any suggestions?

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Part List

Frame	Gecko (66 builds) Armattanquads.com	$75.00
Flight Controller	NewBeeDrone Infinity200 F4 Flight Controller (5 builds) Newbeedrone.com	$49.99
ESCs	NewBeeDrone Infinity200 3-6s 4n1 ESC (45A + 55A Burst) (3 builds) Newbeedrone.com	$89.99
Motors	4 x iFlight XING X1408 4100Kv Micro Motor (3 builds) Racedayquads.com	$67.96
FPV Camera	Caddx Vista Digital HD VTX Air Unit Kit for DJIDefault Title (202 builds) Racedayquads.com	$149.00
Receiver	TBS Crossfire Nano Rx FPV Long Range Drone Receiver (1484 builds) Pyrodrone.com	$24.95
Radio	Jumper T18 Multi JP5IN1 Protocol Open TX Transmitter Graysonhobby.com	$159.99
Goggles	FPV Drone Parts for – FPV Quad Drone Shop – Drone Racing Store (130 builds) Racedayquads.com	$599.00
Misc Parts	NewBeeDrone BeeWire Lite (5-Pack) (6 builds) Newbeedrone.com	$9.99
Radio Module	TBS Crossfire TX LITE - Long Range R/C Transmitter (33 builds) Team-blacksheep.com	$149.95

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matty100 Aug 03, 2020

one more question ... did you connect the Vista directly to the battery ?

matty100 Aug 03, 2020

Hi,
super clean build ... i am planning to replace my runcam split with the Vista ... i have a few questions

did you have a problem fitting the DJI camera into the Gecko camera mount? i think its slightly bigger then the standard micro cam ?
What antenna coax length did you order ... it seems there are two lengths 8 and 12cm ? was it the stock antenna that came with the unit ?
How did you secure the vista antenna ?

Thanks
Matty

lnguyen21 Jun 14, 2020

Super clean brah! Did you have to modify anything on the vista to get it to fit? I.E. longer cables or adapters? Im looking to build something similar. Thanks in advance!

DMS_FPV Jun 14, 2020

thanks! didn't have to mod the vista at all actually. pretty straight forward. btw, i LOVE the infinity NBD stack. highly recommended.

Keeng Jun 03, 2020

how did you connect your crossfire ? did you have to cut the yellow wire from the vista ?

DMS_FPV Jun 03, 2020

yes, the wiring setup is the same as the air unit so you can follow instructions on setting up crossfire when using an air unit.

FletchPV May 18, 2020

This looks great, you inspired me to build one just like it! How did you go about mounting the crossfire antenna?

DMS_FPV May 18, 2020

that's great! i just used zip ties for now, but i might 3d print a mount in the future.

kg384 May 11, 2020

Did you use an xt60 connector? what batteries are you running?

DMS_FPV May 11, 2020

The xt60 came with the ESC but I switched to xt30 right away. I tried a whole mess of batteries and for me with the 4100kv motors the 3s 550mah GNB were the ticket flying my backyard. I'll try 4s again when I go to the field.

kg384 May 11, 2020

cool, thank you. I am going to do a similar build and was looking at the emax eco 1408 3300s motors and 650mah 4s batteries. Do you think the 4107 4100s would have better punch on the gecko?

DMS_FPV May 12, 2020

They've got plenty of punch for me on 3S. I've got some 3300s on the way that i might do a similar build with but they've been on order over a month from China so I'm not holding my breath. My guess is there 3300s would be nicer for smooth cinematic flying and more le drib type freestyle.

AirCinema May 10, 2020

Sweet build! Is it possible to fit the DJI air unit in instead of the Caddx Vista? What's your final weight without the battery and go pro?

DMS_FPV May 10, 2020

thanks! sitting at 199 grams. doubt an air unit would fit. it was tight with the vista. after a few days flying i LOVE this thing. my favorite quad to fly easily. just order another infinity stack for my next 5" Marmotte build, also with a vista!

DMS_FPV May 10, 2020

I'm sure you've seen it but looks like it's been done! https://rotorbuilds.com/build/23024

M490fpv May 06, 2020

What a tight build :) Very nice!

DMS_FPV May 06, 2020

Thanks!

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