Quad808 Must Stop Buying More Stuff Thread OP

Quote: techspy Originally Posted by Thanks for starting this thread. I wonder if anyone from Coptersafe will pop in to answer questions directly? Maybe you can notify them of this thread?



My questions are;



- After each firmware release, how long does it take for CS to verify it is ok to update or offer a fix so you can update? I know it can vary but an general timeline would be cool. My biggest concern is that I will want a new "feature" but not a new limitation that is being introduced. For example, I do not have the head tracking sensitivity on the goggles or the option to switch to imperial units because I am staying on FW 700 for now. Do they have what FW is supported right now listed somewhere?



- If it wouldn't pose an issue, could you, or someone else post a video of the activation and usage process?



- Are you able to use the same device/app on all our DJI devices even if only one has the CS bugfix?



Just am FYI that I am not condoning doing anything illegal but the fact is, the DJI restrictions are not imposed because the law requires it. I have worked for many different 3 letter agencies and actually have over a thousand hours piloting REAL UAVs in controlled airspace. I also have extensive law enforcement experience (from local to other 3 letter agencies) and am VERY conservative when it comes to following the law. But I am equally passionate about not being told what to do with my money/property that has NOTHING to do with any law. I too am relatively new to DJI stuff. I held out because of their abysmal customer support reputation and the rampant flyaways that were being reported. Once I saw those were changing for the better (albeit slow for the customer service side), I decided to give the Mavic a try. Then all the NFZ stuff started being imposed.



Anyway, not trying to have this turn into a DJI bashing thread so enough of that. Really looking forward to some additional info on the use and future of CS.

What this means is that once you purchase the mod, you can upgrade and downgrade firmware all you want and apply the mod, or not. There is no limit on applying the mod, since it is tied to your Mavic. As new firmware versions are supported, they will allow you to get that too, so any updates on the mod is included. So when .900 is available, you will have access to that too. This is a great feature, and should be good for all if DJI releases new features we want in the supported firmware.



Here is the process for the mod. Let me clear something up that DJI fanboys don't understand. This is not hacked firmware. They are patching the existing installed and supported firmware ONLY ON THE MAVIC. I believe this is no different than jailbreaking your phone, which in the US has been ruled completely legal. No changes to the Go App, or the controller. You don't even connect them for this.



1. You purchase the mod(s) you want.

2. Register on their site, and make payment thru Paypal.

3. Upon receipt and verification of funds they send you instructions to download the software and a serial number to install it on your PC. Win 10 fully supported. (In the beginning only worked on Win7)

4. install the software using the serial #

5. You connect only the Mavic to your computer via USB, then power it up.

6. run the software. It provides a Copter ID and a 2nd popup box provides you a Fingerprint from your computer.

(so smart of them...tied to your computer AND the Mavic)

7. You enter the Fingerprint and then send the information to them. Once they get it, they will email you the final key. This might take a while depending on the time difference. Mine took a couple of hours to receive it.

8. Once you receive the email with the username and key, you run the mod for your installed firmware version, enter the username and key and it patches in probably 10 seconds. Done. Disconnect and go test.



I ordered the whole package, and my Mavic is on .400. As I said, I had to wait a couple of hours to get the return email with the final key.

I did have some issues with the final step:

Once I connected up the Mavic, the Copter ID is the same, but my Hardware Fingerprint changed from when I installed it the first time, and the final key is tied to that. I emailed support right away and within about 5 minutes I was sent a new key. That didn't work either. So I re-did the original steps to get a new key sent to me...that didn't work either! I wasn't worried though, they were very quick to respond.

Finally, I was told to run the mod as Administrator. This worked great, as the Hardware Fingerprint was the same as the 1st time I ran it. Used the original key they sent and 10 seconds later the patch was done.



CopterSafe support: they are very responsive. I have emailed them several times and they always responded to my questions promptly, and no broken english. They seem like good guys from what I can tell. They have been doing this for a while now.



I have no connection with them at all. Just emailed them various questions and letting you know my experience.



I did a full test this afternoon, on both the altitude removal and the Sport+ mode. Altitude removal works just fine. I left the limit on my controller at 500m, but I don't think this has any effect anymore. I went slightly past the previous DJI limit and could have just kept going. I just wanted to test it to make sure it worked.

Sport+ mode. OMG...this is the best thing ever. The mod unleashes the shackles that DJI has put on the Mavic.

Full throttle ascent - 22+ MPH! Full throttle stick down - descends at the same 22MPH, unbelievable. It comes down like a rock. You need to be careful though, as it takes a number of feet to slow down and stop. I just eased the throttle higher to make it more of a gentle slowdown. It actually comes down more stable than in non-sport mode!

Forward speed...it was slightly windy today, but I got up over 40 easily. I think it can go faster, but it was fighting the wind, and I didn't want to push it too hard, until I get used to it.

Whew!

After the mod, none of my settings were changed at all. Remember this is not hacked firmware, it is just a patch. Hope this helps!! Here is what I know for sure. The two firmware that are currently supported as of 6/24/17 are .400 and .700. They are working on .900 right now.What this means is that once you purchase the mod, you can upgrade and downgrade firmware all you want and apply the mod, or not. There is no limit on applying the mod, since it is tied to your Mavic. As new firmware versions are supported, they will allow you to get that too, so any updates on the mod is included. So when .900 is available, you will have access to that too. This is a great feature, and should be good for all if DJI releases new features we want in the supported firmware.Here is the process for the mod. Let me clear something up that DJI fanboys don't understand. This is not hacked firmware. They are patching the existing installed and supported firmware ONLY ON THE MAVIC. I believe this is no different than jailbreaking your phone, which in the US has been ruled completely legal. No changes to the Go App, or the controller. You don't even connect them for this.1. You purchase the mod(s) you want.2. Register on their site, and make payment thru Paypal.3. Upon receipt and verification of funds they send you instructions to download the software and a serial number to install it on your PC. Win 10 fully supported. (In the beginning only worked on Win7)4. install the software using the serial #5. You connect only the Mavic to your computer via USB, then power it up.6. run the software. It provides a Copter ID and a 2nd popup box provides you a Fingerprint from your computer.(so smart of them...tied to your computer AND the Mavic)7. You enter the Fingerprint and then send the information to them. Once they get it, they will email you the final key. This might take a while depending on the time difference. Mine took a couple of hours to receive it.8. Once you receive the email with the username and key, you run the mod for your installed firmware version, enter the username and key and it patches in probably 10 seconds. Done. Disconnect and go test.I ordered the whole package, and my Mavic is on .400. As I said, I had to wait a couple of hours to get the return email with the final key.I did have some issues with the final step:Once I connected up the Mavic, the Copter ID is the same, but my Hardware Fingerprint changed from when I installed it the first time, and the final key is tied to that. I emailed support right away and within about 5 minutes I was sent a new key. That didn't work either. So I re-did the original steps to get a new key sent to me...that didn't work either! I wasn't worried though, they were very quick to respond.Finally, I was told to run the mod as Administrator. This worked great, as the Hardware Fingerprint was the same as the 1st time I ran it. Used the original key they sent and 10 seconds later the patch was done.CopterSafe support: they are very responsive. I have emailed them several times and they always responded to my questions promptly, and no broken english. They seem like good guys from what I can tell. They have been doing this for a while now. [email protected] I have no connection with them at all. Just emailed them various questions and letting you know my experience.I did a full test this afternoon, on both the altitude removal and the Sport+ mode. Altitude removal works just fine. I left the limit on my controller at 500m, but I don't think this has any effect anymore. I went slightly past the previous DJI limit and could have just kept going. I just wanted to test it to make sure it worked.Sport+ mode. OMG...this is the best thing ever. The mod unleashes the shackles that DJI has put on the Mavic.Full throttle ascent - 22+ MPH! Full throttle stick down - descends at the same 22MPH, unbelievable. It comes down like a rock. You need to be careful though, as it takes a number of feet to slow down and stop. I just eased the throttle higher to make it more of a gentle slowdown. It actually comes down more stable than in non-sport mode!Forward speed...it was slightly windy today, but I got up over 40 easily. I think it can go faster, but it was fighting the wind, and I didn't want to push it too hard, until I get used to it.Whew!After the mod, none of my settings were changed at all. Remember this is not hacked firmware, it is just a patch. Hope this helps!!