@@j.r.0420 In this video I'm using USB OTG to power the lap timer and connect to it -- however you can use Bluetooth modules such as the HT-06 (Classic) and HM-10 (LE) by simply connecting them to the TX/RX of the Arduino. There is also a few steps required to configure the Bluetooth modules which is documented here: wiki.rotoroverflow.com/pidflight:bluetooth -- namely the important one is setting the baud rate to 115200 on the BT classic modules.
Yes definitely, more information on the multiple pilot functionality can be found @ www.pidflight.com/pidflight-lap/multipilot/ -- feel free to let me know if you have any further questions.
Did you have to do the SPI mod on the 5808 module or does the module shipping now from Banggood no longer need that mod? I plan on building this on the pdb. Thanks!
Jeffx FPV My first few batches of RX5808 modules I had to do the SPI mod, however my last order of RX5808 modules from BangGood I didn't have to. I've also had other users report that the recent RX5808 modules from BangGood already come with the SPI mod done.
Not at this stage, however with the weather improving here in the next couple of months I plan to record more videos showcasing multiple pilots with dedicated timers and virtual timers. :)
Thanks for this! The 1k resistors aren't used in this video. Is it possible to use it without them? I haven't got them yet but I want to build it for my next practice session.
Thank you for your question Casey! :) I know we've discussed this in email however just replying back here incase other's have same question -- For Arduino UNO boards you can use the "Firmware CHRF" variant of the firmware which has RSSI on pin A3, this firmware can be downloaded @ www.pidflight.com/pidflight-lap/downloads/
Alex Samuels When you pair your Bluetooth module it should create a COM port which should be available from the top drop down menu to select. Which operating system are you using?
There are couple brief videos on the Facebook page showing multiple pilot on both Android and Chrome apps. However I'll be putting together a proper demonstration video for multiple pilots in future.
The demonstration video is still on my list -- I want to capture a clear demonstration of at least a 4 pilot race. I'll be uploading it to this TH-cam channel when it's been done too :) Hopefully not too far away!
Great to hear Alex! Feel free to let me know if you have any questions regarding flashing the firmware. Do you have a FTDI adapater to configure the Bluetooth? If not there is an alternative way to configure the Bluetooth module with the Arduino Nano -- send an email to app@pidflight.com if you need any assistance :)
thanks for the reply.I have an idea, in each rc boat put this trasmitter ( m.banggood.com/Eachine-TX526-5_8G-40CH-25MW200MW600MW-Switchable-AV-Wireless-FPV-Transmitter-RP-SMA-Female-p-1083642.html?rmmds=detail-middle-buytogether-auto ) even if i haven't any streaming video to sending. Is it a good idea? Thanks
Alessio Mantineo That should definitely work, you could also get something like the Eachine VTX01 that's light weight (2.8g) and is limited to 25mW which is ideal power output for lap timing.
thanks for your reply. Do you suggest this? www.banggood.com/it/Eachine-VTX01-Super-Mini-5_8G-40CH-25mW-FPV-Transmitter-p-1114203.html?gmcCountry=IT¤cy=EUR&createTmp=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA5OrTBRBlEiwAXXhT6Oz17Iz31dUYNYofkg76bBzY47o2gfYmekFhg_T62HQULDW0EIdaLRoCXEIQAvD_BwE&cur_warehouse=CN Alessio
Thank you for your kind words Rick! I've recently published details @ www.pidflight.com/#support with a couple of options for users to show their support for the projects and future development. Thanks again! :)
Im a bit late to the party, but im having an issue. Everything is wired up correctly and i can use the wifi to connect to the timer, but the timer isny picking up any signal from the receiver? Any ideas? Edit: its always stuck on detecting lap devices of thats any help?
Stephen Hubble You can daisy chain them together for a dedicated multipilot configuration. More information on gis can be found at www.pidflight.com/pidflight-lap/multipilot/ including the pin-outs. Feel free to let me know if you have any further questions.
I have opened discussion with LiveTime regarding integration however I haven't heard anything back at this stage. In regards to Delta 5 compatibility, the same key components are used in the lap timing units -- however if you are using a PCB designed for the Delta 5 schematic it may not be compatible. Happy to look into it further if you could provide me with more specifics on your Delta 5 setup.
Hello many thanks for the video. This looks really awesome.
Do you know if this would also work with the DJI FPV system? It also transmits with 5.8G.
Good question bro!
We're nice to know
Nice video, does this work with every "fatshark" analog module?
Can i use it for multicar races? Ild pay for it
hi, this is awesome, if i pay you for build one of this you make it and send me this to miami florida usa?
good in depth video sir i like it very cheap solution
added to playlist :D
Thank you :)
@@PIDflight I'm a bit confused, how does this transmit via Bluetooth without adding a BT module??
@@j.r.0420 In this video I'm using USB OTG to power the lap timer and connect to it -- however you can use Bluetooth modules such as the HT-06 (Classic) and HM-10 (LE) by simply connecting them to the TX/RX of the Arduino. There is also a few steps required to configure the Bluetooth modules which is documented here: wiki.rotoroverflow.com/pidflight:bluetooth -- namely the important one is setting the baud rate to 115200 on the BT classic modules.
@@PIDflight haha duh, I even remember seeing that in the video too! Cool, thanks for the great video.
@@j.r.0420 Thank you! :)
Do i need to pay 1st for testing my electronic setup?
how is the quad connected to that module??? I would like to use this on a rc race car??
Same question. Cam be use on RC car traços?
So can you hook up to livetime fpv? And or use this firmware on the delta 5 set up for multiple channels and then hook it up to livetime?
Can you daisy chain multiple units together to make a dedicated system? If so what is the pinout?
Is it possible to monitor different pilots? Let’s say a race of 4?
Yes definitely, more information on the multiple pilot functionality can be found @ www.pidflight.com/pidflight-lap/multipilot/ -- feel free to let me know if you have any further questions.
Did you have to do the SPI mod on the 5808 module or does the module shipping now from Banggood no longer need that mod? I plan on building this on the pdb. Thanks!
Jeffx FPV My first few batches of RX5808 modules I had to do the SPI mod, however my last order of RX5808 modules from BangGood I didn't have to. I've also had other users report that the recent RX5808 modules from BangGood already come with the SPI mod done.
if 4 pilots fly together，can it work？or i have to use four phones for counting？
Do you have any video of the virtual lap timer working with multiple pilots?
Not at this stage, however with the weather improving here in the next couple of months I plan to record more videos showcasing multiple pilots with dedicated timers and virtual timers. :)
I do not have any fpv system currently mounted, would it be worth any 5GHz fpv emission system even if it does not transmit anything?
There should be no problem with using just a VTx without an FPV camera as the lap timing device is simply reading the RSSI of the VTx to trigger.
Thanks for this! The 1k resistors aren't used in this video. Is it possible to use it without them? I haven't got them yet but I want to build it for my next practice session.
Thank you! Apologies for the late reply -- I would recommend placing the 1K resistors between the Arduino and RX5808 module if possible :)
Can you please demonstrate how to install the resistors? I'm no expert and am not sure how it's done, thank you! :)
Is it compatible with an Immersion rc 600mw ????
Does it also work for RC Car races?
It detects laps via the video transmitter on an FPV drone. Unless you're driving FPV then it will not work.
Just add vtx to rc car and your good to go. You dont have to use the actual fpv just the tx.
Know if this will work with a different Arduino board? i have an Uno laying around from a deceased project
Thank you for your question Casey! :) I know we've discussed this in email however just replying back here incase other's have same question -- For Arduino UNO boards you can use the "Firmware CHRF" variant of the firmware which has RSSI on pin A3, this firmware can be downloaded @ www.pidflight.com/pidflight-lap/downloads/
How do you connect bluetooth via chrome gui app?
Alex Samuels When you pair your Bluetooth module it should create a COM port which should be available from the top drop down menu to select. Which operating system are you using?
PIDflight Windows 10. It won't find it when I click add device.
is there any videos of this working with multiple pilots?
There are couple brief videos on the Facebook page showing multiple pilot on both Android and Chrome apps. However I'll be putting together a proper demonstration video for multiple pilots in future.
When? ;)
Yes when?
The demonstration video is still on my list -- I want to capture a clear demonstration of at least a 4 pilot race. I'll be uploading it to this TH-cam channel when it's been done too :) Hopefully not too far away!
Where do you get that firmware file? I've tried to build these before but I get lost trying to flash Arduino. That and what to use to flash it.
Nevermind, I found your instructions. Great write up btw. The Bluetooth module I might get lost with.
Great to hear Alex! Feel free to let me know if you have any questions regarding flashing the firmware. Do you have a FTDI adapater to configure the Bluetooth? If not there is an alternative way to configure the Bluetooth module with the Arduino Nano -- send an email to app@pidflight.com if you need any assistance :)
Hallot there,may i ask you something, what type of wifi transmitter module you use on this video
I'd recommend using the DT-06 WiFi module -- in this video I am using USB OTG connected directly to the USB port of the Arduino Nano.
Are there solutions if the models haven't FPV system ( for example boat or car) ?
Sorry Alessio, unfortunately at this stage I don't have a solution for non-FPV RC.
thanks for the reply.I have an idea, in each rc boat put this trasmitter ( m.banggood.com/Eachine-TX526-5_8G-40CH-25MW200MW600MW-Switchable-AV-Wireless-FPV-Transmitter-RP-SMA-Female-p-1083642.html?rmmds=detail-middle-buytogether-auto ) even if i haven't any streaming video to sending. Is it a good idea? Thanks
Alessio Mantineo That should definitely work, you could also get something like the Eachine VTX01 that's light weight (2.8g) and is limited to 25mW which is ideal power output for lap timing.
thanks for your reply.
Do you suggest this? www.banggood.com/it/Eachine-VTX01-Super-Mini-5_8G-40CH-25mW-FPV-Transmitter-p-1114203.html?gmcCountry=IT¤cy=EUR&createTmp=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA5OrTBRBlEiwAXXhT6Oz17Iz31dUYNYofkg76bBzY47o2gfYmekFhg_T62HQULDW0EIdaLRoCXEIQAvD_BwE&cur_warehouse=CN
Alessio
Yes! That's the one :)
Ummm, your apps seem awesome and they are free.... How do you make money? Is there a donation option?
Thank you for your kind words Rick! I've recently published details @ www.pidflight.com/#support with a couple of options for users to show their support for the projects and future development. Thanks again! :)
Latest firmware available for download at www.pidflight.com/pidflight-lap/build-your-own/#firmware
Im a bit late to the party, but im having an issue. Everything is wired up correctly and i can use the wifi to connect to the timer, but the timer isny picking up any signal from the receiver? Any ideas?
Edit: its always stuck on detecting lap devices of thats any help?
More than $12
How would you set up a multiple pilot dedicated system? Usb hub?
Stephen Hubble You can daisy chain them together for a dedicated multipilot configuration. More information on gis can be found at www.pidflight.com/pidflight-lap/multipilot/ including the pin-outs. Feel free to let me know if you have any further questions.
So can you hook up to livetime fpv? And or use this firmware on the delta 5 set up for multiple channels and then hook it up to livetime?
I have opened discussion with LiveTime regarding integration however I haven't heard anything back at this stage. In regards to Delta 5 compatibility, the same key components are used in the lap timing units -- however if you are using a PCB designed for the Delta 5 schematic it may not be compatible. Happy to look into it further if you could provide me with more specifics on your Delta 5 setup.
@@PIDflight just implement the delta 5 web socket protocol to integrate with livetime.