QAV-S2 JB W/ Head Tracking Gimbal

By JmoMedia on Feb 13, 2025

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This build was inspired by my first QAV-S 2 JB build but just a little different. I’ve came across the head tilt tracking gimbal made by Medlin drone a few times online and it definitely caught my eye right away. Then my buddy in Florida told me he’s been using it for a while and that I have to try it out. So, I wanted to put the gimbal on my favorite build and make a build video but I also didn’t want to change it at all, so I just made a second one. I choose to go with some different motors that I wanted to try out because I thought they looked sweet, I love Tmotor motors, and they were higher KV. I choose a smaller stack that was 20x20 and not 30x30 so that I could fit everything in the frame with no problems. Medlin drone has tutorials that explain how to program and configure everything in beta flight and more which made it somewhat easy to setup and get in the air. I’ve flown this thing twice now and it is definitely weird getting used to it but I’m loving the type of shots I can get with it, comparing it a DJI Mavic at this point in some situations. I’m exited to do more with it soon and maybe make another video with it. Shout to Medlin Drone again for making this thing! Feel free to check out the my first build video. YouTube: JmoMedia.

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Part List

Frame

Lumenier QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” Frame Kit (2 builds)
Getfpv.com
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Flight Controller

T-Motor Mini F7 3-6S 20x20 Stack/Combo for DJI (F7 FC / 45A 4in1 ESC) (13 builds)
Racedayquads.com
$136.99

ESCs

T-Motor Mini F7 3-6S 20x20 Stack/Combo for DJI (F7 FC / 45A 4in1 ESC) (13 builds)
Racedayquads.com
$136.99

Motors

4 x T-Motor VELOX V2 V2306 1950KV/2400KV Motor
Getfpv.com
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Propellers

Gemfan WinDancer 5043 3-Blade Propeller- Skitzo Galaxy (7 builds)
Getfpv.com
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Propellers

Gemfan WinDancer 5043 3-Blade Propeller- Skitzo Galaxy (7 builds)
Getfpv.com
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FPV Camera

Caddx Polar Micro Camera w/12cm Coaxial Cable
Getfpv.com
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FPV Camera

Caddx Vista Coaxial Cable - 20cm (3 builds)
Getfpv.com
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FPV Transmitter

Caddx Polar Micro Digital FPV Vista Camera Kit (14 builds)
Getfpv.com
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Antenna

Caddx Polar 5.8Ghz Replacement Antenna (10.5cm)
Getfpv.com
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Receiver

RadioMaster RP3 ELRS 2.4GHz Diversity Nano Receiver w/ UFL Antennas V2 (2 builds)
Pyrodrone.com
$22.99

Batteries

TATTU R-Line Version 5.0 6S Lipo Battery 22.2V 150C 1550mAh Lipo Battery Pack with XT60 Plug (2 builds)
Amazon.com
$16.00

Batteries

TATTU R-Line Version 5.0 6S Lipo Battery 22.2V 150C 1200mAh Lipo Battery Pack with XT60 Plug for Racing
Amazon.com
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Power Distribution

Black XT60 Lipo Pigtail 12AWG (5pcs) (5 builds)
Getfpv.com
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Radio

RadioMaster Boxer Radio Transmitter - 4-in-1 Multi-Protocol/CC2500/ELRS 2.4GHz
Getfpv.com
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Radio

RadioMaster TX16S CNC AG01 Hall Gimbal (Set of 2) w/ Self Centering + Throttle - Multi Color
Getfpv.com
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Radio

RadioMaster TX16S LED Gimbal Light Mod Set
Getfpv.com
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Goggles

DJI FPV Goggles V2 (243 builds)
Getfpv.com
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Goggles

Lumenier AXII HD 2 Patch Visor 5.8GHz Antenna Combo Set for DJI FPV Goggles
Getfpv.com
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3D Printed

QAV-S JB Edition Arm Guards
Noozle3d.com
$7.99

3D Printed

Lumenier QAV-S Joshua Bardwell Edition Antenna Mounts
Brain3d.com
$7.00

3D Printed

Multicolor GoPro Hero 9/10/11/12 Adjustable Mount
Noozle3d.com
$21.99

Hardware

NewBeeDrone M2 Hardware kit for Vista/Link unit
Newbeedrone.com
$4.99

Hardware

Lumenier QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE Hardware Kit
Getfpv.com
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Misc Parts

Pro FPV Tilt Gimbal (Timing-Belt)
Medlin-drone-store.myshopify.com
$99.98

Misc Parts

Heyiarbeit 5m/16.4ft PET Expandable Braided Sleeving 1/2-inch Width Flexible Wire Mesh Sleeve for USB Cable Power Cord Audio Vid
Amazon.com
$9.99

Misc Parts

iFlight RC Anti Vibration Rubber Balls for RC F4 F7 Flight Controller M3 Shock Absorption Balls(Purple), Pack of 20 (3 builds)
Amazon.com
$8.99

Misc Parts

UmmaGrip Black 3mm - Universal Super Sticky Battery Pad (Laser Cut Cho
Brain3d.com
$17.50

Misc Parts

Lumenier Indestructible Kevlar Lipo Strap - 16x220mm (3pcs) (11 builds)
Getfpv.com
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Battery Charger

iSDT D2 Mark II Smart Balance Charger (5 builds)
Getfpv.com
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Soldering Iron

YIHUA 939D+ Digital Soldering Station, 75W Equivalent with Precision Heat Control (392°F to 896°F) and Built-in Transfor (2 builds)
Amazon.com
$53.99

Tools

iFlight Aluminum Alloy Quick Release Wrench Tool for FPV Motor M5 Hex Nuts 5inch Prop Nuts Releasing Wrench (3 builds)
Amazon.com
$20.99

Tools

VOKOLA Drone Tool Kit -7Pcs RC Hex Driver Set – Steel 0.9mm Allen Wrench 1.27mm 1.3mm 1.5mm 2.0mm 2.5mm 3.0mm Aluminum Han (2 builds)
Amazon.com
$17.99

Backpack

Torvol Quad PITSTOP PRO V2 Backpack - Choose Your ColorStandard (Black/Green) (3 builds)
Racedayquads.com
$199.00
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