MD_Icarus
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I have tested both set ups, and so far they have given me very similar range. My tests are over water, no obstructions. They do not do well once you have to go through soft structures, like trees. But remember, each P4 and each RC are not identical, they have tolerances, so your results may be different.
The Blue Proton is simpler to use, all you do is screw the 2 panels on and they are smaller. They now have a kit which also includes an omni antenna when you do close up follow me, etc. I did not have an issue up close, even when I was not aiming it, so this new option is for people in urban areas.
The ITElite system is configured with a heavy bracket and you have to connect the rf cables. To simplify this, I am using semi rigid cables so I do not have to carry, nor use the bracket. Based upon my tests, I think the ITElite has a very small disadvantage providing a slightly narrower side lobe, so you have to aim it more precisely. But all I do is just keep the line to the P4 in the middle of the top of the screen; (keep the compass direction unlocked, so as you move the RC, the P4 line to you is in the middle all the time). With the Blue Proton all you have to do is place the 2 panels in a V configuration to get a wider side lobe. But a wider side lobe, means less direct distance.
If you decide to do the RC mod, which is very easy, just remember to:
Take the USB board out completely by removing the ribbon cable and the 2 side ribbons. It is impossible to take the ribbon the way they show you on the video, and it can damage the ribbon cable. Once you remove the little board, then the ribbon comes out easier and straight out.
Use lock washers and tighten the cables tight, because you do not want the internal rf cables to move, when you takeoff or tighten the antennas later on. The internal cables can interfere with the stick controllers, and then you may notice that the P4 will move on it's own, even though you are not touching the sticks.
Try to keep the internal rf cables away from the circuitry as much as possible; altough these have good shielding, higher power low frequency signals can leak in and degrade performance.
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