Gopro Mounted FPV Pod

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I needed to add on a FPV system to my 3DR Iris quadcopter. I previously tried to mount the video TX inside the shell... this looked great because all the components were self contained, but caused too much magnetic interference with the PixHawk controller since it was mounted right next to it. So I decided to create a separate FPV Pod. I wanted something self contained, easily removable, and far enough away from the GPS and PixHawk to make sure I was not creating interference. Also, I wanted something that looked enclosed enough to not look totally out if place on the Iris. Mounting it to the GoPro mount on the front seemed to be a logical choice and I am using the Gimbal power plug below the Quad for power. Although I am using this on the Iris, this should work fine for anything with a GoPro mount. the mounting holes from the Camera line up, so you can screw the camera in place, but the stock screws will be too short. Mine fit with just enough of a friction fit that I decided I didnt need them... the camera is not going anywhere. But if you can find some longer screws (2mm i think) then you can secure it if it makes you feel better. As you can see from the telemetry logs of me hovering and spinning in place, there is essentially no change in the Mag field or the GPS HDOP with the pod powered or unpowered. Components used are Video TX: Immersion RC 5.8GHz 600mWhttp://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=11_30_33&products_id=266 Camera: RMRC-600XVhttp://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=11_62_12&products_id=582 Antenna: 5.8 GHz Bluebeam Ultra Antenna Set (RHCP) IBCrazyhttp://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=11_45_49_97&products_id=1255 receiver: Immersion RC Duo2400v2 A/V Diversity Receiverhttp://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=11_26&products_id=58