This is my favorite OTG cable setup for iOS so far. Yours?

[jimbug]

After trying a variety of OTG cable setups from Amazon this is my favorite. It's compact and works. iPad Mini cable is 8" long. Above are the two products I purchased off Amazon to make the setup, and the landing pad in the photo below.

 

[srcrain]

View attachment 300 After trying a variety of OTG cable setups from Amazon this is my favorite. It's compact and works. iPad Mini cable is 8" long. Above are the two products I purchased off Amazon to make the setup, and the landing pad in the photo below.

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Does the Mavic remote stick protector fit the Spark? I noticed the Spark remote is slightly smaller, and the sticks are fractionally closer together (less than 1/8 inch I think).

 

[msinger]

Does the Mavic remote stick protector fit the Spark?

I'm using the SKYREAT stick guard. It fits on both my Spark and Mavic remote controller.

 

[8BitSpark]

Nice. I had quite a few OTG cables lying around so using that. I looked at micro->USB connectors only but I didn't like the way it can potentially hinge/lever at the micro USB port. I'd rather have a lower profile micro USB connector and a very short lead to the USB end.

 

[jimbug]

Does the Mavic remote stick protector fit the Spark? I noticed the Spark remote is slightly smaller, and the sticks are fractionally closer together (less than 1/8 inch I think).

Yes, mine does fit the Spark.

 

[Festijn]

Hi, I'm planning to buy the spark fly more combo. It will be my first drone but I'm clompletely confused regarding the OTG Cable and connection to the iPhone.
First I don't understand why it is not included in the package. Second why we have to search for it on other places.

Can I just order the Mavic - RC Cable (Lightning connector) on the dji store site? Will this also function with the spark remote?

Thx
Festijn

 

[msinger]

Can I just order the Mavic - RC Cable (Lightning connector) on the dji store site? Will this also function?

It'll work, but the cable is too short.

 

[briri]

Nice. I had quite a few OTG cables lying around so using that. I looked at micro->USB connectors only but I didn't like the way it can potentially hinge/lever at the micro USB port. I'd rather have a lower profile micro USB connector and a very short lead to the USB end.

Definitely agree with this ^^^. Micro USB ports are too easy to fudge up. I wouldn't use a connector like this one. Too likely to jack up the port and then not even be able to charge the RC.

 

[jimbug]

Probably a good point about messing up microUSB port. My 90 degree might be better fit for that reason. It's just slightly longer. Thanks for your opinions. It's helpful advice.

 

[jimbug]

This setup may put less stress on microUSB connection & free propeller holder:

 

[hoey]

This setup may put less stress on microUSB connection & free propeller holder:

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Do you have a link for that 90 degree OTG cable @jimbug?

 

[jimbug]

Do you have a link for that 90 degree OTG cable @jimbug?

Here you go:

Amazon.com: Cable Matters Micro-USB 2.0 On-The-Go (OTG) Adapter 6-Inch, Black, Pack of 2: Computers & Accessories

 

[Mark Surface]

Hi @jimbug with this connection method does the RC charge the ipad or the ipad charge the RC or neither?
I note that you can get lightning data cables and/or data/charge cables and wondered on the difference and advantages?

 

[msinger]

with this connection method does the RC charge the ipad or the ipad charge the RC or neither?

Neither.

 

[Jim Powell]

Hi Guys, thanks for the information. I have ordered my cables and Since I own a HAAS VF2 I can machine my own holder for the iPhone 7+ . Great information about the connections. I have had my Spark now for a week and enjoy the ease in which it flies. Still working with all the different flight modes. It is very intuitive as far as the flights go. Great platform.