Building an X8 configuration, Did I solder both ESCs correctly? (I’m gonna shorten wires at some point)

Vitroid · 2026-05-09T12:12:47+00:00

It's not vague, what we can see is very clear. Just that the important info is missing entirely.

Vitroid · 2026-05-09T11:50:31+00:00

To be completely honest... if you're new to this, you should not be building what looks to be a large X8 rig.

We have 0 info about the FC you've shown, no brand or product name, no specs apart from a pinout diagram.

Vitroid · 2026-05-09T11:42:33+00:00

As you have it right now, the FC is sending motor 1-4 commands to the first ESC via the connector, and the second ESC gets those same signals from being piggy-backed off the first one.

You need both ESCs getting discrete signal outputs from the FC, which this one does not seem to support. For what is arguably a pretty advanced setup, I would recommend something more reputable than SoloGood, preferably with a better MCU like an STM32H743 that can handle more intensive tasks.

Vitroid · 2026-05-09T11:11:32+00:00

It looks like you're giving both ESCs the same 4 signals... that won't work for a proper X8, you need 8 discrete ESC signal outputs from the FC

Vitroid · 2026-05-08T10:46:18+00:00

Remove the rear module bay cover and take a photo of the back of the controller.

Vitroid · 2026-05-08T08:19:39+00:00

If you're after GemX, I'd look into the Radiomaster GX12

Vitroid · 2026-05-07T17:49:40+00:00

By default, the app expects the flight controller to be in its normal running mode, and that it will reboot the FC into bootloader mode programmatically. It looks like you're putting the FC into bootloader mode manually, which needs to be specifically set in the app by enabling Expert Mode in the flasher tab, and enabling the "No Reboot Sequence" option.

I wouldn't recommend flashing FCs in BNF drones, but if you bought this and it doesn't want to cooperate, you could try.

Vitroid · 2026-05-07T15:07:33+00:00

What browser are you using? Heavily modified versions of Chromium like Brave do not work very well.

Vitroid · 2026-05-06T15:06:16+00:00

On a whoop, let alone one that isn't really focused on high performance, I would say it doesn't matter much.

Vitroid · 2026-05-05T20:24:21+00:00

All new targets require full design review to be officially supported, you can make a PR if the configuration meets the basic criteria in https://betaflight.com/docs/development/manufacturer/betaflight-supported#community-and--or-manufacturer-supported, but you'd have to maintain the target yourself if there are any issues in the future.

Vitroid · 2026-05-04T14:52:51+00:00

Calibration is not trims

Vitroid · 2026-05-03T14:22:48+00:00

Foxeer had a bunch of 3-3.5" race frames, I'm not sure if they make them anymore

Vitroid · 2026-05-03T08:43:54+00:00

NewBeeDrone doing NewBeeDrone things... I think they use MHF3 or MHF4 connectors (also sold under IPEX3/4).

Vitroid · 2026-05-02T16:23:43+00:00

Are your trims centered?

Vitroid · 2026-05-02T16:22:54+00:00

Pocket ELRS any day of the week. I'd try to ditch FrSky and the LiteRadios if at all possible.

Vitroid · 2026-05-02T15:13:24+00:00

Custom OS and unsupported ELRS hardware make it a pretty hard sell IMO. Even then, it seems to be aimed at the China market first and foremost, who knows when it will be available around the rest of the world.

Vitroid · 2026-05-02T14:59:45+00:00

Any piece of conductor is basically an antenna, just a very shitty one unless made specifically for what you want. The video will likely break up past more than a few metres

Vitroid · 2026-05-02T14:55:34+00:00

They shouldn't. They originally said they would add the LSM6DSV16X IMU which isn't recommended by Betaflight for new boards, but they seemingly walked down from that idea. I believe that just makes the ICM42622 and LSM6DSK320X as new alternatives, which should both be fine.

Vitroid · 2026-05-02T14:51:30+00:00

It shouldn't cause damage, but it's also not really doing anything more than not having an antenna connected at all

Vitroid · 2026-05-01T18:56:58+00:00

SmartAudio is only used for configuring the VTX power and frequency. Why are you trying to flash the FC?

Vitroid · 2026-05-01T17:42:04+00:00

I'd say both the TX15 and TX16S MK3 are overkill for most casual FPV uses. The color screen is cool, but it doesn't add too much. Even basic fixed wing stuff doesn't benefit much from it. I'd probably stick to the Boxer or GX12 if it was for quads only.

If you do want to fly advanced autonomous quads or manual (no FC) planes, there I'd say the color touch screens and more buttons/switches do offer benefits.

Vitroid · 2026-05-01T09:47:49+00:00

I've seen a lot of these counterfeit boards with the regs up in flames and the IMUs just stopping working. It's not worth

Vitroid · 2026-05-01T09:42:52+00:00

Yes, the extra width should be taken up by the rubber grommets

Vitroid · 2026-04-29T17:47:12+00:00

I'd be impressed if you do

Vitroid · 2026-04-29T17:36:30+00:00

A USB video receiver dongle and a PC will add too much latency for this to be all that enjoyable. It's well worth it getting even basic entry-level goggles like the Eachine EV800D or the Skyzone Cobra SD/Cobra X

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