I realize that this review is 3 years old, but it is spot on. I purchased this quad recently, and being new to quads, I was a bit overwhelmed with its capabilities. But your review has explained everything perfectly, giving me the confidence I need totake it out to fly. A big thank you!
ytdhable i see a lot of online sellers and a lot of different prices and good and bad seller reviews. can you tell me where you bought yours at? thanks
Andy, there is a two stage LVC. Warning lights on rear start to flash at 7.0v. The voltage resolution and associated telemetry on the quad is a bit ropey and tends to fluctuate quite widely when you apply power for instance. Below 6.8v the lights become solid and it auto lands at 6.6v This can happen quite rapidly especially if the cells are not properly balanced. I rarely use the follow me function for its designed use, however it's really handy when you lose orientation. I'm predominantly a LOS flyer so I know all I have to do is flick on GPS, switch Follow me, and the quad is directly facing me. From there I can disengage and fly as normal knowing that the head is pointing towards me! Cheers.
Andy Excellent video. This was head-and-shoulders above the so-called "instructions" that came in the box with the Hubsan. In fact, this video was so helpful, i've watched it a few times.
Excellent review. Thanks for sharing. I have one on the way, new to quadcoptors. I did dabble with fast electric boats years ago and if ever I had a 'rough' sounding bearing in a brushless motor, I used specific oil to lubricate it. This has a needle to precisely oil the shaft into the bearing and works a treat. I'll check the bearings when it arrives.
I had the oroginal h501s with standard transmitter but it fell from the sky like a stone balloon for no reason. I loved it as in one flight as a newbie I took her up to 240 meters. I want another hubsan, so would you say advanced one is better? I must admit, love controller size of new.
Great review! Thank you. I have two questions: 1) Is it noisy? If I'm going to use it indoor, with the speaking person within 1-2 meters, would it be a problem? 2) Let's say I want to use it alone to do a hands free presentation, is it possible to program it to do certain actions? let's say, coming from the right, make a turn towards the subject, and then remain still in front of the subject? thank you
yeah I'm digging the transmitter and receiver well the transmitter at least. but I'll probably end up having to work on both of them just get some kind of real range out of them. thanks.
Hi Andy, Great review, I went and brought one .. Very Happy with it.. great fun. Regarding TX battery , your link is for the 3 cell, I went and brought that too. The manual says 2 cell only, is it OK with the 3 cell ?
I just bought a Hubsan 501S Advanced and I'm going to use a small MIGHTY MAX 12 volt deep cycle battery to power my remote. (About $20) It should last a long time before needing to be charged. The battery will sit on the ground with connecting wires that will plug into a receptor that I will install in the remote. I heard a lot of stories about how fast the remote sucks the power out of the eight AA batteries so I came up with that solution. I'll never need to buy AA batteries for it now. Just thought I'd share the idea.
The 8 battery model controller already uses a JST plug, just buy an adapter cable from the lipo Deans connector, and plug the lipo directly into the controller. You can buy one that will squeeze in. Just attach the cover using velcro and use it partially open.
Listen carefully to what Andy said and then read carefully what I wrote. Yes, I am disputing what he said. You could also refer to Andys earlier video on how to change Mode on a Hubsan transmitter using a soldering iron.
Hello Andy, I just purchased the same quad and am awaiting its arrival. Can you tell me if the video can be sent to FPV goggles? Great review I'm sure I will be watching again once my quad arrives
I really want one of these. The only thing I'm not crazy about is the video stability. What do you think about the gimbal that you can buy for this one?
Is there a way to get the last screen shot of the gps coordinates after you turn it off . I should have taken a screen shot with my phone. It said it was 98 meters away and 12 meters in altitude. So basically 300 feet away and 36 ft up in the tree really really difficult terrain in the Florida swamp. Even if I find it how will I get it? First to find it tho
Thanks for this Video! Id like to purchase one now.... Cant the Transmitter be used on other Drones? can the camera be upgraded (as in capable to gimble) ? Can a go pro mount be installed? can a bigger battery be used? Is it water resistant?
It looks like a great quad for the money, BUT to me it's frustrating that they made the camera a fixed angle. It would have been better if you could adjust the tilt before flying. I can only hope in the next model they add that improvement.
Hi Andy - very interested in this. One question - will the charger/adapter have a UK plug if I buy from Overseas? If not will a simple converter plug like you use on holiday be fine? Cheers
Really nice quad. If you do a RTH but turn this quad around to face the HOME direction BEFORE flicking RTH, will this quad come back facing HOME instead of backwards?
Think I will get another when I get paid cos I planning on getting a new ebike also with mag Wheels, it will be tight but I will do it.I sold my Bikfun 250 folder for £150 and regret it, I like the MAG wheels so I am looking at the Windgoo for £380 of ebay.Rob
Nice review. I purchased an H501s before the professional version was released. I had to return if because that cheaper transmitter was having firmware and hardware issues which Hubsan was unable to resolve. The transmitter in the Pro version seems like a far better match for the H501s. I am tempted to pick up the Pro version especial at the price Gearbest is offering them at.
Hi Andy Wondering if you can help me I have a H501C model and have upgraded to an Advance Transmitter That binds OK the problem I have is I do not have the Video and Camera symbles on the screen, I realise I do not have FPV, but would expect I should still be able to record video and pictures to the card on the Quad, I have tried the entry and exit buttons they appear to not record to the card except to say I recorded 34 sec. of video. but have not been able to repeat it again, any ideas Regards Geoff.
Andy, have you experienced loss of video/camera feed from the quad with this model? It seems to be a very common problem with the 501S. Gearbest and Hubsan is no help and doing everything they can not to offer a replacement! Any suggestions?
Nice review, i own the 501s, it's very nice quad, Very happy with it, but thinking about upgrading to the pro transmitter as well. Since there''s no difference in the drone...Anyway thank you for the review...
Hi Andy,I have a Hubsan X4 FPV Brushless and I can't get it to stop rotating.I've tried the trim and a rotational calibrate.When trying a rotational calibrate,it completes the way it should,then red lights flash after signal lost message comes up and it always loses sygnal at that point.Any advice on this would be much appreciated.Cheers!
Hi Andy, My advanced controller FPV screen went blank after 2 minutes into my maiden flight out of the box. The battery voltage during calibration was 11.8 volts. Did the compass calibration and all was perfect. More than 6 GPS signal and I flew. The screen was ok but suddenly went blank. I quickly landed the drone since it was only hovering at low altitude. What do you think is the problem? Now when I switch on, it's all blank. Please guide me. Tq
Hi Andy...... I've watched this amazing video over and over..... My H501s has arrived but due to weather and other reasons I haven't flown it yet...... Just one question.... To operate Return to Home must the GPS be switched off and the quad be in Altitude Hold? Thanks for your time and expertise..... ATB Ian
Andy, Now that I have the Aomway Commander V1, I got out my H501S, but cannot receive video transmission on the V1’s! Cannot find the frequency on the V1’s. Less important: I have it bound to the H501C gamer style transmitter, which downgrades the H501S to the H501C. I may need to get the featured TX you flew or the step down model. Think it will bind via external module in my Taranis? Hey Andy. I always look forward to all your vids. Don’t think I’ve ever skipped through any of ‘em! Keep it up brother...
Hi Andy, Just ordered my first Quad Hubsan 501S. Great Video and heaps of useful information. The battery for the Transmitter you recommend, does it plug straight in, or is an adapter required. And how do you charge it. Thanks Ian
Hi Andy, When you talk about the battery connector, you don't recommend to change the connector for a XT one. Is there a reason for that? First, I think about warranty issues but maybe there are some other ones... The point of this detail is the original connector seems to allow some reverse polarity or maybe I'm wrong. When I go to the field early in the morning to fly alone, relaxed, etc., I can be a bit forgetful. And burning a preciousss like this one would kill me... ^^ Cheers.
I dont recommenced it simply because theres a good chance the two bare wires of the battery can touch Sure if done properly and you know what you are doing...one at a time etc, then theres less risk the quads battery connector is also very close to the body. I could see a lot of people melting the plastic of the body with a soldering iron to get it done. of course you can take it all apart and do it properly but thats no fun either. easier to make up a charger cable for the blue connector.
Thanks for the answer. I'm not good at ironing but making good welds, I can manage. ^^ Is the original connector idiot-proof by preventing plugin it in the wrong way or can it happen ? I've seen these connectors a few times on videos but I've no idea of the safety involved. The XT connectors are idiot-proof once properly mounted and I can't be an idiot all day long. ^^
Hey Andy, a coworker wants this style drone. I only fly fpv racing quads. Is there a better one in this price range or should I recommend this one? Thanks in advance.
Hi Andy. Just wanted to know if you experience issues using a 3S lipo on your transmitter? While reading the manual I think I saw there saying the transmitter can only use 2S Lipo, 4xAA or Ni-MH batteries. Not sure if they are talking about the earlier versions of this quad. Appreciate if you could comment on this.
Thanks for the response. I received mine a few weeks back fro gearbest was working okay when I tested it out for the first time. As I get familiar with the new TX somehow if I move the the throttle stick in mode 2 sideways it was not working anymore and thought I caused the issue using a 3S Lipo. :)
Great review! You persuaded me to buy it with this transmitter! Can you please tell me with what charger can I charge the transmitter battery you are suggesting? Can it be charged through the transmitter itself using a USB cable ? Thank you!
Hi Andy, Great video! I am planning on buying that quad in the near future. Does it record video to the onboard microchip? Then I guess you can read it on your computer, is that correct? Thank you, Bob M.
Hi Andy great video as always ive just bought the hubsan 501S after losing another brand quad, my question is the longitude and latitude coordinates, how would i type these in Google maps to find the quad if the un thinkable happened.
Andy help! Is the telemetry data transmitted through video out on this advanced model or the standard controller? I want to connect googles or something with better screen to the transmitter through the video out because AFAIK there's no way to get telemetry over 5.8GHz googles. Didn't get any response from Hubsan. Thanks in advance
hey mate my 501s advanced drone came today from gearbest, where do you get the latest firmware update from? and which lead do you need to buy to update the actual controller??
Hi Andy very good review I actually just got mine today after ordering it from the links above. I have a question about the transmitter battery. Can I charge it using the original hubsan charger that came with the drone ? I can see that it has the same connector which fits into the charger but "this may sound stupid" the red wire is in the middle of the charging jack instead of 3 wire (black, white,red) in the x4 battery, so (black, white, red) compared to (black,red,empty). So is it safe to charge it on the same charger or would that burn my original charger , or do i have to remove the red wire and connect it to the empty slot in the jack to make it as (black, empty, red). thanks again.
are u using a lipo battery for the transmitter rather than the 8 AA battery holder? if so yes u can charge it with the hubsan charger using the balance port
Hi Andy. I'm in Aus amd just waiting for delivery of ah501s x4 advanced and want to arrange for a lipo for the controller. Ive looked at your suggested sites to purchase but would prefer to get it in aus. the only problem is that although i know it needs to be 11.1v 2200mah 8c but i can't be sure if it will fit. can you tell me any more details that would hello me identify the right battery. hope you can help. Ken
Hi Ken, I bought at helicopter 11.1v 3s lipo from the local hobby store, cost $35. You also need to buy a suitable charger to charge it. You will also need a small adapter cable to get the JST connection into the Hubsan.
Hi Andy! Can the supplied balance charger also charge the the Li Po battery that you bought for the transmitter? You've got yourself a subscriber too - love this channel! :-)
I got this quad with the upgraded transmitter last week and for the two flights I had, loved it. Over the weekend I did firmware updates. Unfortunately, I used the HubsanUS.com firmware and it is for the standard transmitter and now I can't fly. Any idea where I can get the firmware for the upgraded transmitter? I've reached out to Hubsan support but have gotten no response and can't find it posted anywhere.
Jason Cross - Yes after some back and forth I finally got the correct firmware. Now my issue is that the quad keeps trying to go vertical on its own. Almost flew away a couple of times. Hubsan CS told me to pull it apart and peel back a sponge on the barometer. When this thing works it's a great quad but the times when it actually does work seem to be getting fewer and further between.
Cool, glad they sorted the firmware for you, what a pain to buy a new advanced controller so that was lucky. Never had an issue with it going up without being told. Please can you let me know if peeling the sponge on the barometer works as no doubt I will face the issue someday 😳 I guess all RC stuff is the same, great when it works and annoying when it doesn't...I used to have Niro cars and RC buggies but after a while you spend more time fettling with them than actually driving them...hopefully quad coptering will be more productive as my H107C is excellent fun and bomb proof 😎
You say you fitted a 2500mah battery for the transmitter, but you linked a 2200mah. I ordered a 2500mah 3s 8c tx lipo but Now im not sure it will fit. It was advertised to fit the taranis. Any thoughts?
The current shipping model is the Hubsan 501SS (double S's on the model number) and some have newer GPS modules in them that offer automatic compass calibration so you don't have to do it every time you fly. Some people like that feature, some don't. Personally, I like to calibrate the compass every time I fly. It is also advisable to perform the 'horizontal calibration' as well as the 'rotational calibration' once in a while or after a crash or hard landing and even after firmware updates. Those extra calibrations are described in the manual.
hi andy ' I can't get the video and pictures to work on the hubsan501s quad.while flying the screen is visible on the tx but no pictures or video. when I did the antenna mod I turned on the tx. before I attached the antenna, could that be the reason for no video or pictures?
I have this quad. My LEDs blink constantly, and the time between blinks makes it hard to fly at night. Your LEDs remain solid. Any idea how to change this setting? I would like my lights to blink faster or not at all.
The manual tells how to change the lights, I just wasn't doing it right. Press down and hold the throttle trim down switch. changes from no lights, to flashing, to constant on.
How many volts does the battery hold? I got this and the drone is amazing it's just as soon as I got it, I charged the battery for 2 hours and it was still red. So I kept it charging for 1 day and it was still red so I decided to start this baby up. When I did, It said ONLY 7.3-4 volts and the battery juice level of the drone was 1 BAR and I only got about 5-7 MINUTES of flying time. I charged it AGAIN for a DAY and it STILL was only like at 1 bar and 7.3-4 volts. What is the problem? (I bought it new but opened, not flown though) If I could get a reply that would be great. Thanks!
great review andy amazing bit of kit for the price compared to the 109 pro its a shame husban don't seem botherd about product upgrades or future tweaks for that quad as its a very good drone just needs hobbieing up a little to make it great.
quite suprized they haven't sent u one already I love it but its got issues for sure throttleing down is one crashed a few times doing this coming down to fast seems to take while to recover on throttle for some reason even in gps not good, it seem its way to sensitive at times very.
Hi Andy Great Video! I am hopeing Hubsan comes up with a update for the X-4 Pro for follow Me. If any one knows of an update please let me know. Thanks Rich
Can u give me the real range of the drone, not just a guess? And also, can you install other long range mod antennas if you want to? Sorry for any hassle. Great vid!
Do a search here on YT for this mosel and 'range test' or 'antenna mod' and you will get what you want. Parabolic reflector on the vertical antenna adds considerable range to an already impressive distance. Instruction also on YT to make one for pennies.
AndyRC would you recommend this 501 for throwing in a suitcase for photos when on holiday were portability is important?. I want i take a drone away with me but my phantom 3a is to bulky for my limited luggage space .i want gps so my racers are not suitable for my needs what would you recommendation be in th same price range cheers
+AndyRC I would not want to mess with that TBH. They should maybe look into gyro stabilisation like new action cams or how Parrot did with their camera quad; the quad was terrible but the camera stabilisation was surprisingly good.
20 min's flight time ??? Got to get me one off these... Love the transmitter as well. Andy thats your War Wounds... From flying your Gunship over Syria, while firing your machine gun at isis ... Not changing prop's ... The Chick's love war story's !!! Thats why im still single :..( Almost forgot,,, Runn Andy Runnnn !!!
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I realize that this review is 3 years old, but it is spot on. I purchased this quad recently, and being new to quads, I was a bit overwhelmed with its capabilities. But your review has explained everything perfectly, giving me the confidence I need totake it out to fly. A big thank you!
ytdhable i see a lot of online sellers and a lot of different prices and good and bad seller reviews. can you tell me where you bought yours at? thanks
captainmalibu43 Amazon $150
Just picked one up this week
Andy, there is a two stage LVC. Warning lights on rear start to flash at 7.0v. The voltage resolution and associated telemetry on the quad is a bit ropey and tends to fluctuate quite widely when you apply power for instance. Below 6.8v the lights become solid and it auto lands at 6.6v
This can happen quite rapidly especially if the cells are not properly balanced.
I rarely use the follow me function for its designed use, however it's really handy when you lose orientation. I'm predominantly a LOS flyer so I know all I have to do is flick on GPS, switch Follow me, and the quad is directly facing me. From there I can disengage and fly as normal knowing that the head is pointing towards me! Cheers.
The latest firmware v1.1.22, v1.1.23, v1.1.24 download link and instuctions are here: th-cam.com/video/-n2iTGzPspw/w-d-xo.html
Andy
Excellent video. This was head-and-shoulders above the so-called "instructions" that came in the box with the Hubsan. In fact, this video was so helpful, i've watched it a few times.
Excellent review. Thanks for sharing. I have one on the way, new to quadcoptors. I did dabble with fast electric boats years ago and if ever I had a 'rough' sounding bearing in a brushless motor, I used specific oil to lubricate it. This has a needle to precisely oil the shaft into the bearing and works a treat. I'll check the bearings when it arrives.
Great review! Hubs an really have come along way. Hubsan is where it all started for me!
+Phil Steadman I think it's where a lot started thanks
I had the oroginal h501s with standard transmitter but it fell from the sky like a stone balloon for no reason. I loved it as in one flight as a newbie I took her up to 240 meters. I want another hubsan, so would you say advanced one is better? I must admit, love controller size of new.
Great review! Thank you. I have two questions:
1) Is it noisy? If I'm going to use it indoor, with the speaking person within 1-2 meters, would it be a problem?
2) Let's say I want to use it alone to do a hands free presentation, is it possible to program it to do certain actions? let's say, coming from the right, make a turn towards the subject, and then remain still in front of the subject?
thank you
Unless you get a GPS signal indoors, you won't be able to arm (start) the propellers. It needs to connect with multiple satellites to be armed.
yeah I'm digging the transmitter and receiver well the transmitter at least. but I'll probably end up having to work on both of them just get some kind of real range out of them. thanks.
See my reply above under Zachaboss.
marjamada okey? what was I supposed to see?
Hi Andy, Great review, I went and brought one .. Very Happy with it.. great fun.
Regarding TX battery , your link is for the 3 cell, I went and brought that too. The manual says 2 cell only, is it OK with the 3 cell ?
it depends if its the advanced version u have? advanced tx is 3s only otherwise it will shut down on u very fast
I lost my first a week ago so I bought just the quad I’m hoping it will pair with my original transmitter
Hi Andy. Me again. Do you know where I could get a LiPo battery to replace the 8 'AA's in the transmitter? Thanks again!
its in the description cheers
I just bought a Hubsan 501S Advanced and I'm going to use a small MIGHTY MAX 12 volt deep cycle battery to power my remote. (About $20) It should last a long time before needing to be charged. The battery will sit on the ground with connecting wires that will plug into a receptor that I will install in the remote. I heard a lot of stories about how fast the remote sucks the power out of the eight AA batteries so I came up with that solution. I'll never need to buy AA batteries for it now. Just thought I'd share the idea.
The 8 battery model controller already uses a JST plug, just buy an adapter cable from the lipo Deans connector, and plug the lipo directly into the controller. You can buy one that will squeeze in. Just attach the cover using velcro and use it partially open.
This is a very, very informative work.
Thank you for enjoying time.
Greetings from Gemany.
thanks for watching cheers
Apart from the original X4 (which could be ordered in Mode 1), all Hubsan transmitters seem to be stuck in Mode 2 unless you use a soldering iron.
Please explain how. I'm sure Andy would like to know too.
Watch beginning of transmitter portion, it shows how to change modes on advanced controller.
Listen carefully to what Andy said and then read carefully what I wrote. Yes, I am disputing what he said. You could also refer to Andys earlier video on how to change Mode on a Hubsan transmitter using a soldering iron.
Hello Andy, I just purchased the same quad and am awaiting its arrival. Can you tell me if the video can be sent to FPV goggles?
Great review I'm sure I will be watching again once my quad arrives
I really want one of these. The only thing I'm not crazy about is the video stability. What do you think about the gimbal that you can buy for this one?
+1nspector Gadget the gimbal is also fixed so video will have the same issue. Sounds like u are wanting an ap quad rather than an fpv flyer like this
Is there a way to get the last screen shot of the gps coordinates after you turn it off . I should have taken a screen shot with my phone. It said it was 98 meters away and 12 meters in altitude. So basically 300 feet away and 36 ft up in the tree really really difficult terrain in the Florida swamp. Even if I find it how will I get it? First to find it tho
Thanks for this Video! Id like to purchase one now.... Cant the Transmitter be used on other Drones? can the camera be upgraded (as in capable to gimble) ? Can a go pro mount be installed? can a bigger battery be used? Is it water resistant?
St zig I am a seller for hubsan let me know if I can help
I just wish that when you plug goggles into the AV out on the controller that the telemetry would be projected onto the screen.
It looks like a great quad for the money, BUT to me it's frustrating that they made the camera a fixed angle. It would have been better if you could adjust the tilt before flying. I can only hope in the next model they add that improvement.
Great video. Can you tell me how to adjust the sensitive setting of the sticks. I want to go from 100% down to 80%.
bring the throttle to 0 and long press the menu button on the right of the screen then go into sensitive menu and reduce the values from 100 to 80
Great video Andy. I just got one of these today. I can't seem to get the photo/video to work. Is there a trick to it.?
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Hi Andy - very interested in this. One question - will the charger/adapter have a UK plug if I buy from Overseas? If not will a simple converter plug like you use on holiday be fine? Cheers
The rubber condoms for the sticks and switches didnt come with my one, also i received a different more modern looking charger
Andy did gearbest require the extra batteries to use paid shipping versus the normal free shipping
Andy where is the best place to buy the advanced version in the UK. cheers
Awesome review Andy 👍. How about a manual flight with the Devo 😜? Thx Dod.
u know i think i prefer the hubsan tx to the devo. better gimbals
ah nice thanks for the info!
Really nice quad. If you do a RTH but turn this quad around to face the HOME direction BEFORE flicking RTH, will this quad come back facing HOME instead of backwards?
sirhilsam this quad always rth backwards regardless which way u face it b4 flicking the switch
yes it will cheers
Think I will get another when I get paid cos I planning on getting a new ebike also with mag Wheels, it will be tight but I will do it.I sold my Bikfun 250 folder for £150 and regret it, I like the MAG wheels so I am looking at the Windgoo for £380 of ebay.Rob
Nice review. I purchased an H501s before the professional version was released. I had to return if because that cheaper transmitter was having firmware and hardware issues which Hubsan was unable to resolve. The transmitter in the Pro version seems like a far better match for the H501s. I am tempted to pick up the Pro version especial at the price Gearbest is offering them at.
I agree i never liked the other transmitter. always used the spyhawk transmitter whenever i could
Hi Andy Wondering if you can help me I have a H501C model and have upgraded to an Advance Transmitter That binds OK the problem I have is I do not have the Video and Camera symbles on the screen, I realise I do not have FPV, but would expect I should still be able to record video and pictures to the card on the Quad, I have tried the entry and exit buttons they appear to not record to the card except to say I recorded 34 sec. of video. but have not been able to repeat it again, any ideas Regards Geoff.
My first drone - this model is great!
Very nice flight Andy...
Dear Andy, do you the video outlet and if what can you connect to it?
Realy cool video and quadcopter! Keep up the good work!
What other recievers would that tx work with I wonder?
Any ideas Andy?
Andy, have you experienced loss of video/camera feed from the quad with this model? It seems to be a very common problem with the 501S. Gearbest and Hubsan is no help and doing everything they can not to offer a replacement! Any suggestions?
hello what mode are you using for your flight video and what sought of SD card is best for the drone cheers
Nice review, i own the 501s, it's very nice quad, Very happy with it, but thinking about upgrading to the pro transmitter as well. Since there''s no difference in the drone...Anyway thank you for the review...
its a nice upgrade for sure
Hi Andy,I have a Hubsan X4 FPV Brushless and I can't get it to stop rotating.I've tried the trim and a rotational calibrate.When trying a rotational calibrate,it completes the way it should,then red lights flash after signal lost message comes up and it always loses sygnal at that point.Any advice on this would be much appreciated.Cheers!
beautiful picture of the background wherever you live is that Australia if you mind me asking beautiful scenery it's all green beautiful
frankie Martinez This is UK
Hi Andy,
My advanced controller FPV screen went blank after 2 minutes into my maiden flight out of the box. The battery voltage during calibration was 11.8 volts. Did the compass calibration and all was perfect. More than 6 GPS signal and I flew. The screen was ok but suddenly went blank. I quickly landed the drone since it was only hovering at low altitude. What do you think is the problem?
Now when I switch on, it's all blank. Please guide me.
Tq
Hi, today arrived mine h501s advanced. Transmitter not turn on! Fresh batteries (good quality, not rechargeable type and checked) inside. Please help. Thanks
p.x. :(From Banggood).
Hi Andy...... I've watched this amazing video over and over..... My H501s has arrived but due to weather and other reasons I haven't flown it yet...... Just one question.... To operate Return to Home must the GPS be switched off and the quad be in Altitude Hold? Thanks for your time and expertise..... ATB Ian
no it must be in gps hold mode for rth to work but i think if it looses signal it should still rth
Thanks so much Andy..... Much appreciated........ You're a star...... ATB Ian
Andy,
Now that I have the Aomway Commander V1, I got out my H501S, but cannot receive video transmission on the V1’s! Cannot find the frequency on the V1’s.
Less important:
I have it bound to the H501C gamer style transmitter, which downgrades the H501S to the H501C. I may need to get the featured TX you flew or the step down model. Think it will bind via external module in my Taranis?
Hey Andy. I always look forward to all your vids. Don’t think I’ve ever skipped through any of ‘em! Keep it up brother...
Hi Andy, Just ordered my first Quad Hubsan 501S.
Great Video and heaps of useful information. The battery for the Transmitter you recommend, does it plug straight in, or is an adapter required. And how do you charge it.
Thanks
Ian
i use a universal plug adapter yes u will need one they are very cheap
Hi Andy,
When you talk about the battery connector, you don't recommend to change the connector for a XT one. Is there a reason for that? First, I think about warranty issues but maybe there are some other ones...
The point of this detail is the original connector seems to allow some reverse polarity or maybe I'm wrong.
When I go to the field early in the morning to fly alone, relaxed, etc., I can be a bit forgetful. And burning a preciousss like this one would kill me... ^^
Cheers.
I dont recommenced it simply because theres a good chance the two bare wires of the battery can touch
Sure if done properly and you know what you are doing...one at a time etc, then theres less risk
the quads battery connector is also very close to the body. I could see a lot of people melting the plastic of the body with a soldering iron to get it done.
of course you can take it all apart and do it properly but thats no fun either. easier to make up a charger cable for the blue connector.
Thanks for the answer. I'm not good at ironing but making good welds, I can manage. ^^
Is the original connector idiot-proof by preventing plugin it in the wrong way or can it happen ?
I've seen these connectors a few times on videos but I've no idea of the safety involved. The XT connectors are idiot-proof once properly mounted and I can't be an idiot all day long. ^^
yes its idiot proof. its a nice connector actually. need to get some in.
Hi Andy. Did you try superflyer firmware for h501s already? Will you make a review for it?
thanks for the excellent review as usual!!! what do you think the range is? fvp and transmitter...thanks
easily 1k
assuming or actual testing, thanks
Hey Andy, a coworker wants this style drone. I only fly fpv racing quads. Is there a better one in this price range or should I recommend this one? Thanks in advance.
Hmm some of you have much better Film quality than my h501s! Maybe i have adjust the Camera Lens?
Hi Andy. Just wanted to know if you experience issues using a 3S lipo on your transmitter? While reading the manual I think I saw there saying the transmitter can only use 2S Lipo, 4xAA or Ni-MH batteries. Not sure if they are talking about the earlier versions of this quad. Appreciate if you could comment on this.
no never had an issue with 3s used one for over 2 years and still works
Thanks for the response. I received mine a few weeks back fro gearbest was working okay when I tested it out for the first time. As I get familiar with the new TX somehow if I move the the throttle stick in mode 2 sideways it was not working anymore and thought I caused the issue using a 3S Lipo. :)
no the lipo is fine to use
very informative review Andy !
thanks for watching!
Great review! You persuaded me to buy it with this transmitter! Can you please tell me with what charger can I charge the transmitter battery you are suggesting? Can it be charged through the transmitter itself using a USB cable ? Thank you!
i use the imax b6ac v2 charger. no it cant be charged through the trasnmitter
can you recommend a cheaper charger ? Around 20$ preferably?
not thats any better than the stock charger no
Hi Andy, Great video! I am planning on buying that quad in the near future. Does it record video to the onboard microchip? Then I guess you can read it on your computer, is that correct?
Thank you,
Bob M.
you have to provide your own micro sd card to it cheers
question Can you tell me what size the video plug is on the tx :) 501s advanced. TY:)
1. Grab some popcorn
2. Enjoy quality review.
haha thanks very much
Great vid! I was wondering: What is the range of the quad with this transmitter and can you install the long range mod on it
its already got a long range mod on it. it should go for a mile or so
But can you install a different one on it? There are ones that go for more than a mile
And can u make a vid or just tell me the real range of the quad, not just guessing? I really want to know
Hi Andy great video as always ive just bought the hubsan 501S after losing another brand quad, my question is the longitude and latitude coordinates, how would i type these in Google maps to find the quad if the un thinkable happened.
theres quite a lot of websites that do it. i use this one www.latlong.net/Show-Latitude-Longitude.html
+AndyRC Thanks Andy.
any time!
Andy help! Is the telemetry data transmitted through video out on this advanced model or the standard controller?
I want to connect googles or something with better screen to the transmitter through the video out because AFAIK there's no way to get telemetry over 5.8GHz googles.
Didn't get any response from Hubsan.
Thanks in advance
+gruber6969 it is just on the transmitter and not fpv feed
just have a second screen and its no problem then :)
What is the resolution of that built-in LCD display? What distance can you fly both verticaly and horizontaly?
See my reply above under Zachaboss.
i want one!!!! do you know if camera recording settings are adjustable? white balance etc...
no they are totally fixed however the cameras exposure WB etc is automatic. it does change to lighting conditions
+AndyRC yes i saw that in the video. wb was auto. bummer you cant set manual, but still great quad to have and nice quality video recording.
yes the quality is about the same as a mobius id say
Is it possible to add a servo and control it with the Tx?
Great Review!! Was unsure before but you have sold it to me!! cheers for the links.
great enjoy flying :)
Hi Andy, can you suggest anything to increase my FPV range? Hubsan h501s adv. running latest firmware. thanks
Thanks very much! An awesome review. I think this quad will work for me :)
thanks for watching cheers
Where did you get transmitter battery from, the one on the link does not look like the one on your video
getfpv.com
hey mate my 501s advanced drone came today from gearbest, where do you get the latest firmware update from? and which lead do you need to buy to update the actual controller??
I kept the firmware stock do you have an issue with it? thx
Hi AndyRc what is the differenze between advanced and professional version? Thanks
the transmitter is hobby grade
Hi Andy very good review I actually just got mine today after ordering it from the links above. I have a question about the transmitter battery. Can I charge it using the original hubsan charger that came with the drone ? I can see that it has the same connector which fits into the charger but "this may sound stupid" the red wire is in the middle of the charging jack instead of 3 wire (black, white,red) in the x4 battery, so (black, white, red) compared to (black,red,empty). So is it safe to charge it on the same charger or would that burn my original charger , or do i have to remove the red wire and connect it to the empty slot in the jack to make it as (black, empty, red).
thanks again.
are u using a lipo battery for the transmitter rather than the 8 AA battery holder? if so yes u can charge it with the hubsan charger using the balance port
Hi Andy. I'm in Aus amd just waiting for delivery of ah501s x4 advanced and want to arrange for a lipo for the controller. Ive looked at your suggested sites to purchase but would prefer to get it in aus. the only problem is that although i know it needs to be 11.1v 2200mah 8c but i can't be sure if it will fit. can you tell me any more details that would hello me identify the right battery.
hope you can help. Ken
Hi Ken, I bought at helicopter 11.1v 3s lipo from the local hobby store, cost $35. You also need to buy a suitable charger to charge it. You will also need a small adapter cable to get the JST connection into the Hubsan.
Hi Bob, Thanks for the advice. Bob, Do you have a H501s or ss? Might help to talk to you on email.
Hi Andy! Can the supplied balance charger also charge the the Li Po battery that you bought for the transmitter?
You've got yourself a subscriber too - love this channel! :-)
no you cannot sadly :(
does it require any modifications to the transmitter in order to use the "transmitter battery?"
none at all unplug the AA module from its jst connector and plug in the lipo in its place
AndyRC brilliant thanks!
no problem enjoy
Nice camera on it Andy..👍
I got this quad with the upgraded transmitter last week and for the two flights I had, loved it. Over the weekend I did firmware updates. Unfortunately, I used the HubsanUS.com firmware and it is for the standard transmitter and now I can't fly. Any idea where I can get the firmware for the upgraded transmitter? I've reached out to Hubsan support but have gotten no response and can't find it posted anywhere.
Tom Weitzel from what I know the transmitter is bricked and you can't roll it back 😫 have HUBSAN replied to you yet?
Jason Cross - Yes after some back and forth I finally got the correct firmware. Now my issue is that the quad keeps trying to go vertical on its own. Almost flew away a couple of times. Hubsan CS told me to pull it apart and peel back a sponge on the barometer. When this thing works it's a great quad but the times when it actually does work seem to be getting fewer and further between.
Cool, glad they sorted the firmware for you, what a pain to buy a new advanced controller so that was lucky. Never had an issue with it going up without being told. Please can you let me know if peeling the sponge on the barometer works as no doubt I will face the issue someday 😳 I guess all RC stuff is the same, great when it works and annoying when it doesn't...I used to have Niro cars and RC buggies but after a while you spend more time fettling with them than actually driving them...hopefully quad coptering will be more productive as my H107C is excellent fun and bomb proof 😎
You say you fitted a 2500mah battery for the transmitter, but you linked a 2200mah. I ordered a 2500mah 3s 8c tx lipo but Now im not sure it will fit. It was advertised to fit the taranis. Any thoughts?
yes it will be fine
Does the Hubsan 501S have any factory dependable calibrations at all, or is it normal to calibrate like this in the beginning?
The current shipping model is the Hubsan 501SS (double S's on the model number) and some have newer GPS modules in them that offer automatic compass calibration so you don't have to do it every time you fly. Some people like that feature, some don't. Personally, I like to calibrate the compass every time I fly. It is also advisable to perform the 'horizontal calibration' as well as the 'rotational calibration' once in a while or after a crash or hard landing and even after firmware updates. Those extra calibrations are described in the manual.
4cpus4me thank you 😎 !!
hi andy ' I can't get the video and pictures to work on the hubsan501s quad.while flying the screen is visible on the tx but no pictures or video. when I did the antenna mod I turned on the tx. before I attached the antenna, could that be the reason for no video or pictures?
its more likely a problem with the camera they are pretty fragile have u had the camera module apart?
and do you know whether they sell the transmitter and receiver for this Kwad as Spare Parts?
+David Hannigan Jr. (Deputy Dave) yes they do
Can you please clarify what battery you suggest as an alternative to the 8 x AA's?
its in the description cheers
Thanks, and charging ?.
My camera is out of focus? What to do?
I have this quad. My LEDs blink constantly, and the time between blinks makes it hard to fly at night. Your LEDs remain solid. Any idea how to change this setting? I would like my lights to blink faster or not at all.
The manual tells how to change the lights, I just wasn't doing it right. Press down and hold the throttle trim down switch. changes from no lights, to flashing, to constant on.
How much did you pay for it? Curious to know how much the prices have come down
Is there a better similar quad in the same price range at the moment?
How many volts does the battery hold? I got this and the drone is amazing it's just as soon as I got it, I charged the battery for 2 hours and it was still red. So I kept it charging for 1 day and it was still red so I decided to start this baby up. When I did, It said ONLY 7.3-4 volts and the battery juice level of the drone was 1 BAR and I only got about 5-7 MINUTES of flying time. I charged it AGAIN for a DAY and it STILL was only like at 1 bar and 7.3-4 volts. What is the problem? (I bought it new but opened, not flown though) If I could get a reply that would be great. Thanks!
buy yourself a good lipo charger man and do the transmitter mod for the lipo batt
great review andy amazing bit of kit for the price compared to the 109 pro its a shame husban don't seem botherd about product upgrades or future tweaks for that quad as its a very good drone just needs hobbieing up a little to make it great.
I agree. id love to try the pro... banggood/gear best wink wink ;)
yes mate I hope bangood help u out there with one could do knowing whats inside possible mods etc andyRC style look forward to it :)
quite suprized they haven't sent u one already I love it but its got issues for sure throttleing down is one crashed a few times doing this coming down to fast seems to take while to recover on throttle for some reason even in gps not good, it seem its way to sensitive at times very.
what is the video stabilization like?
Do you think the Hubsan x4 pro low edition
can be customize with "Follow me" function? It basically has the same transmitter.
What do you think?
which do you mean by the low edition?
Hubsan X4 Pro Standard Edition (low edition).
Hi Andy Great Video! I am hopeing Hubsan comes up with a update for the X-4 Pro for follow Me. If any one knows of an update please let me know. Thanks Rich
yes they need to. the pro is far behind the competition now
Can u give me the real range of the drone, not just a guess? And also, can you install other long range mod antennas if you want to? Sorry for any hassle. Great vid!
1.8km according to mfg. information and confirmation given by owners.
Do a search here on YT for this mosel and 'range test' or 'antenna mod' and you will get what you want. Parabolic reflector on the vertical antenna adds considerable range to an already impressive distance. Instruction also on YT to make one for pennies.
Can his be flow normally in GPS mode like a phantom or is it just possition hold like a walkera qrx350 ?
its the same as a phantom
AndyRC Cheers andy
AndyRC would you recommend this 501 for throwing in a suitcase for photos when on holiday were portability is important?. I want i take a drone away with me but my phantom 3a is to bulky for my limited luggage space .i want gps so my racers are not suitable for my needs what would you recommendation be in th same price range cheers
Hi! Which 3S lipo could be used for this transmitter?
as long as you pay attention to dimensions and capacity, you can use every 3S lipo with this transmitter.
This quad seems to have everything. Now if only Hubsan could figure something about video stabilisation.
yeah although technically you could add that in post production
+AndyRC I would not want to mess with that TBH. They should maybe look into gyro stabilisation like new action cams or how Parrot did with their camera quad; the quad was terrible but the camera stabilisation was surprisingly good.
or camera angle adjustment…
My dilemma...H501S VS. JYU Hornet? Which one would you prefer to purchase between the 2 Drones and why?
I would go with hubsan personally just because its a better known brand and reliable thats not to say the other wont be I just dont have one...yet :)
hi
Please can you tell me the dimensions of the transmiter
tanks
Your link to purchase the drone is not the advanced version?
apologies should be corrected now thanks
mine does not work - noticed after compass calibration leds are flashing red and green not lit on constantly. any ideas?
u can turn lights on and off with throttle trim down , 2 selection constant and flashing
How does it fly indoor without gps?
20 min's flight time ??? Got to get me one off these... Love the transmitter as well. Andy thats your War Wounds... From flying your Gunship over Syria, while firing your machine gun at isis ... Not changing prop's ... The Chick's love war story's !!!
Thats why im still single :..(
Almost forgot,,, Runn Andy Runnnn !!!
haha many people ask me if im training for the military when im on the field... with my hubsan haha
I get xx minutes or more out of my hubsan everytime. Flown it over xv times already..
Thanks for the review.