Hi guys,
I just wanted to share this before i go into the field with my bird.
Ill be back on this forum 2th. april to reply on your questions or remarks.
Increase your flight time and most important of all.....fly safe

Good one!!!!

Ok..so that's what the key is used for....... . How does this increase the flight time? Does the battery power get released slower to allow the extra 160sec?

Dundee you're an evil man lol

Lol, that's awesome!

I actually just looked for the screw... couldn't find it

I have the new C version and the screw is on the front cowling not on the back.

stephenbrink62@ Posted at 2015-3-29 15:54
Ok..so that's what the key is used for....... . How does this increase the flight time? Does the b ...

You put tension on the build in spring by turning CW (Clock Wise)
Theoretically it could fly without battery with enough tension on the spring.
But don't go over 180 as the spring can snap. (Read the warning)

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 16:50
I have the new C version and the screw is on the front cowling not on the back.

Can you post a picture of your back please?
Maybe you have an issue

I have many issues but I am hoping they will be addressed in the next life or maybe in the next firmware update!

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 17:03
I have many issues but I am hoping they will be addressed in the next life or maybe in the next firm ...

Hi Dave,
Don't be fooled. Keep the spirit up, as i do with this thread.
Cranking the Inspire1 is mechanical, so no firmware needed. No updates !
Maybe a more stronger spring to crank up would be nice.
Cranking up is like using a TB49. (Extra flight time  TB47 versus TB48)

I test flew the new C version yesterday and got a 26 minute flight from the TB47. I think its the new variable pitch props on the E900 motors. I reckon when I crank it up too it will be closer to 30 minutes. Great camera angles too when flipped inverted.

I`v got a secret picture of the upcoming rescue pod!!!!!!!!!
It is said to be automaticly released in case of flyaways. It is named Inspire 0.1, and will be delivered
togeather with the new free props upgrade.
It will have return to home automaticly and contain your flightlogs. Way to go DJI!!!!!!!!!

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 17:27
I test flew the new C version yesterday and got a 26 minute flight from the TB47. I think its the ne ...

Very intresting Dave, clever move.
If you inlist into the beta-testing program, i give you some more feedbacks on the cranking.
Please keep this forum posted on how much flytime you achieve flying these variable pitch props after cranking. I remember now: acronym for these props is VPP or am i missing something

Perhape I have the C version too, as My screw only will only Wind-Up.  I am not going to force it, in case I spoil things.

Cheers

Jason

markaguille Posted at 2015-3-29 16:44
I actually just looked for the screw... couldn't find it

Please don't hate me for this

dundee Posted at 2015-3-29 14:54

Thanks for the info. Now I know why I received a chuckle from you the other day.  

Ph02on Posted at 2015-3-29 19:17
Perhape I have the C version too, as My screw only will only Wind-Up.  I am not going to force it, i ...

Hi Ph.., hope you crank the big screw in the back and not the small one on the bottom.

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 16:50
I have the new C version and the screw is on the front cowling not on the back.

What are the differences between the C and the original? Is there a designation  some where to tell you what version you have?

rodger Posted at 2015-3-29 19:23
What are the differences between the C and the original? Is there a designation  some where to tel ...

I'm sure Dave will answer you on that.

Thanks Dundee. I hear you

Cheers

Jason

All I could find was this.
Is this the same sort of thing?

markaguille Posted at 2015-3-29 19:29
All I could find was this.
Is this the same sort of thing?

Don't use that rubber thing !!!!
The (stock) screwdriver/cranker was delivered together with your Inspire1. (see pic above)

How do i know the version i have? My inspire does not have the crank button, did they changed? Im flying aprox 20 mins with the TB48...

leoamartinez@gm Posted at 2015-3-29 19:40
How do i know the version i have? My inspire does not have the crank button, did they changed? Im fl ...

Hi leoamartinez,
All versions A,B and as of april first also C, come with the crank screw located in/on the back of the Inspire1.
Do you have the crank tool (see pic above)

Wow Sorry but I am lost. What is this for again?

pidetectives@ya Posted at 2015-3-29 20:47
Wow Sorry but I am lost. What is this for again?

It's for cranking up the Inspire1

RAOTFLMFAO ...

"Ich schmeiß mich weg!"  (I through myself away...)

w1der Posted at 2015-3-29 21:18
RAOTFLMFAO ...

Realy cranky no ?  

Mark whatever you do, don't remove that tape holding the cranking band on cos you'll void your warranty.

You can tell if you have the new "C" designation by the variable pitch propellors and the new motors. There is also a modification to the front 2 foofoo valves for better airflow. Don't swap them to the back as the bird will lose orientation and may fly away!!!

kolbjornfla Posted at 2015-3-29 18:17
I`v got a secret picture of the upcoming rescue pod!!!!!!!!!
It is said to be automaticly released i ...

I really hope they change the colour of the rescue pod in the production models!!

Dundee, I think that I read on one of your earlier posts that you have a background in programming? I am just wondering with your experience, what have you set the low cranking warning percentage to on the app??

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 21:48
I really hope they change the colour of the rescue pod in the production models!!

My informant at the factory says the color of the rescuepod was deliberately done this way to avoid any suspicion during the testflights. It will however come in matching color to the Mothership when delivered.

       That stir's the pot up.

I would not recommend that you play with the motor angle.  These motors are adjusted to a precise setting +/- .5 degrees.  While you may increase flight times you may also be sacrificing flight characteristics and stability.  You are also placing additional stress on the worm drive which could lead to premature failure.

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 21:35
You can tell if you have the new "C" designation by the variable pitch propellors and the new motors ...

They changed the flux capacitor too.

dundee Posted at 2015-3-29 19:27
I'm sure Dave will answer you on that.

Got it my friend, have a nice trip in the field and watch out for the large Kangaroos!