Recent content by daviwph

I was a bit surprised to discover that the DJI Flight Simulator has several free demo configurations that are actually quite useful. It looked like a great way to develop my skills especially "orbit" maneuvers. The challenge was to upgrade my 9-year-old Dell Optiplex desktop computer to add...

From what I understand, and I don't have first-hand information, white balance is automatic only. In movie mode, shutter speed us automatic only. In still mode, shutter speed is adjustable. Go figure...

It's disappointing when the Spark replacement omits things we use all the time. The controller no longer has the 2 programmable buttons, the gimbal tilt control, sport mode switch and, most importantly, the pause button. Then, even with an improved camera, we have less control of settings. I...

I had my Spark connected to DJI Assistant just to see what it could do for me. It required that the Spark be turned on. While I was probing around, I started smelling a "someone left the burner on" smell. The Spark very hot to the touch even with its fan running. If I ever need DJI...

I'm confused about the significance of being 249 grams. My wife just registered her DJI Spark on the FCC website and it never asked her the make or model of what she was registering.

My wife and I were showing the Spark to some children in the neighborhood and we looked up to see this very unusual sunset. The sun was directly behind us and we were standing in shadows but the tops of the trees appeared to be glowing. The picture is directly out of the Spark with the...

I apologize for the confusion. No, I've never had a high temperature warning myself. I see that the technology is there and I'm looking for the logic behind its usage. My Max highest reading was 126 degrees F.

Thank you nilanjan118 for identifying the battery temperature bug. I manually uploaded a .DAT file from my Android phone and it did display the Max Bat Temp. Interesting... Haggi walked me through the automatic upload from dji.com and they appear to be transferring TXT files complete with the...

Well, I would say that answers my question! Thank you Haggi. Your demonstration prompted me to buy AirData. I'm having a little trouble with AirData identifying my batteries correctly. Using the .DAT flight log files, it's saying my batteries are generic but, it's returning some information...

I have yet to hear someone say that their Spark has worn out. For such a hard working little guy, it would seem that something eventually would succumb to natural causes. The areas that come to mine would be the motor bearings and battery contacts. Then there's the battery pack. How many...

If hail can shatter an airliner windshield, I think it's safe to say that it's possible a spark could do the same. As far as I know, jet engines are not tested by injecting them with DJI Sparks. Even without a crash, the impact of such an event would be devastating to drone activity.

I can't think of a single piece of Internet connected electronic equipment that some or all of the circuitry/firmware doesn't come from China. My cable modem, iPhone and computer would be at the top of a very long list. IOT or "Internet of Things" is now part of everyday life.

Mtntrogger, I understand what you're saying and it makes perfect sense. I'm a novice at drone flying but I've flown radio control airplanes since the 70's. It's been difficult learning that it's OK to take my eyes off the drone. My concern is drone operation in airspace used by manned...

I was shocked when I found so many demonstrations on YouTube of drones being flown as high as 1/2 mile using software out of Denmark. The combination of a "No Limit Dronez" or "NLD" software hack in combination with older firmware, (before DJI was aware of the hack) allows for unlimited...

Please don't use NLD to fly over 400 feet! In addition to risking other people's lives, you are putting our hobby/livelihood at risk. Intentionally braking FAA rules is a very serious crime.