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Mavic Pro Controller Fail - Don't Make This Mistake!

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@51Drones 6 лет назад

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@meTimetraveler 5 лет назад

those drones use cheap motors, they are 2 wire where the DJI use 3 wire heavy duty motors ( one wire is a tach, the other 2 are for the stepper motor) you get what you pay for.

@royvincent9250 5 лет назад

8 tracks my first car had a 8 track player yup im old as dirt

@Ronstopable01 5 лет назад

51 Drones thanks for the tip I wish I could have seen this video first...I destroyed my USB port on my Mavic Air...so I need to buy a new controller...so to confirm the micro usb goes taper side up?

@im_just_serious 4 года назад

51 Drones is the remote cable same for Mavic 2 and Mavic air...ie ... the port and connector on the remote...thanks in advance

@AlanDoubleYou 4 года назад

Its not just that people have been put it in upside down. The charger port is loose too when you are trying to charge it, it doesn’t connect 100% it glitching a lot.

@Brian-xd2oi 6 лет назад

I’ve placed a spot of white paint on the mini usb connector now, so I can immediately see which way is up and avoid an expensive mistake. Thanks again Russ.

@Gbfaninnm 6 лет назад

Put a dot of white paint or nail polish on the "top" side of the cable for a visual indication of which way it needs to be plugged in. Definitely agree, USB-micro needs to go away!

@autisticboi2992 6 лет назад

isn't there a little usb symbol on the top of the plug?

@Gbfaninnm 6 лет назад

Sometimes, but not always. The white dot is much easier to see. :)

@HughD 6 лет назад

Thanks for the video. I take a silver Sharpie marker and put a silver dot on the "up" side of the plug end of the cable. I'm using to charge it with. Works for me.

@datadogie 6 лет назад

Same idea here. But I used tipex.

@terryandteresa 6 лет назад

Hugh Dinwiddie I put a piece of blue tape on my up side.

@genefoster9821 6 лет назад

Same here I use a white marker to add distinctive marks

@pmessinger 6 лет назад

Gee, I thought that was my idea.

@flyingpete 6 лет назад

Yep. Thats what I do. A dot on the plug and the controller so to plug in match the dots.

@frederichore1890 4 года назад

Thank you for your tip. After you correctly insert the micro-usb cable into your controller (9:09), put a white dot on the black connector body on the side facing up, with white correction fluid. That way you will always know what is the correct orientation. Also flag the cable, that is put a tab of white gaffer tape on it and mark it as you DJI charging cable and keep it with the charger and other accessories you carry. Final note: this video is much longer than it has to be. Less is more. Keep in mind for future videos. Cheers, Frederic in Montréal.

@none-your-business1145 6 лет назад

Lucky man... I can’t even talk with my wife for longer than 15 seconds (she has extremely low tolerance/patience). You just expanded this one tip to over 12 minutes. Amazing.

@alexuswilliams5426 4 года назад

Thanks for the insight... i just got my Mavic Pro yesterday and immediately noticed the charging port difference. I am glad i saw this video, now i know to pay attention every time i charge my controller... Thanks!!

@4x4EastCoast 5 лет назад

I understand the frustration. I have a mavic air. I always take note of the cable that goes to the phone. It can only go one way so I look at that to make sure I have the charge cable in the right orientation.

@bmgrace29 6 лет назад

on most USB cords the taper end has the USB symbol on it so just make sure that the symbol is facing the top of the controller.

@MrLittleman777 6 лет назад

Great tip! I too am always squinting to see if I’m putting it in correctly. Bad design. Good video. Please keep them coming.

@johnteague2231 6 лет назад

Thanks for confirming my experience. Just yesterday, I bought a used Mavic Pro. The only thing missing was a cable for charging the controller. At first, I was stumped because I couldn't find any micro USB cables that were rectangular.This morning, I took the controller to Best Buy and asked them if they had the appropriate cable, and when they saw the rectangular USB port on the controller, they said, "No, man. That must be a proprietary connector. You'll have to buy the cable from DJI." I went home and did more research online and learned that a standard USB micro connector would work if you put it in the right way, as you describe in your video. So I did a quick experiment with an old phone-charger cable and quickly learned it does fit, I only wished that I had seen your video earlier and saved a trip to Best Buy. And I fully support your appeal to DJI to update the port technology.

@ronberry8485 5 лет назад

Had the EXACT same experience! Except the bestbuy part. Very nice job by the host.

@chrisgrossetti5727 3 года назад

Hi from Australia, my name is Chris, I have just been given a Mavic pro platinum fly more combo drone as a present. Never flown a drone before in my life or new anything about one, started looking on RU-vid came across you! I Just want to thank you for your channel it has been super informative for me and I have the confidence to be able to set it up and fly it. Keep up the good work, Many thanksChris

@graystar69 5 лет назад

u are so right but as someone said in a later comment, it is a micro usb "a" that is rectangle....dji ships the drone with the incorrect plug....I was charging mine with the supplied cable until it just did not feel right....if u look at the supplied android to controller plug, it is micro usb on one end and a rectangle micro usb a on the other....this is a gross oversight of the company and I'm sure it has caused a LOT of broken controllers....now I have to wait for the cable to arrive before I can fly my new drone :-(

@toddrusteberg 6 лет назад

Thanks, good to know, I just bought the MP Platinum.

@ronbullen5628 5 лет назад

I just put fingernail polish on the correct side of the cord input side to the controller after watching this video a couple of months ago. This works very well and I appreciate seeing these videos. regards,Ron

@ltlt733 2 года назад

Thank you for heads up! I just wrote "UP" on top of my DJI charging cord connector.

@Hidden_Destinations 4 года назад

I ALWAYS put a simple permanent marker mark on the connector and cable. I even do this for my rechargeable vacuum cleaner! Use a black or silver marker depending on the surface so you can see it.

@stancedaniels 6 лет назад

Use a white marker to label the top of the USB, so you know easily know which way to plug it in without having to check closer

@LuMaxQFPV 5 лет назад

The side jack on DJI controllers is a USB Micro A. The typical USB cord we all have laying around the house is a USB Micro B, with it's little D shape plug. While it is "possible" to force the Micro B plug into the Micro A jack, this will put stresses on the jack that will shorten it's life considerably. If you lose your DJI charging adaptor, (which is why I hate adaptors in the first place...) You can readily purchase the correct USB charging cables on Amazon.

@sdslim9012 6 лет назад

Many have likely suggested this, but I put a small white "dot" on the "up" side of all the Micor USB pluigs. (white-out, or white paint--pen). I do this on ALL my micro-USB goodies; Really helps.

@basspig 6 лет назад

The Mavic USB port is a Micro USB-A port. Your cable is a Micro USB-B connector. Sure, you can force fit it, but as you found out, it will eventually break the port. Monoprice sells the correct cable for 92 cents. I ordered a dozen of them.

@chiupolini 6 лет назад

I was told by DJI that their RC Port was "USB micro AB" type so that it would accept both micro A and micro B plugs. The thing is they don't tell you that there is a fixed side you should insert it if you are using micro B plugs.

@Make-Asylums-Great-Again 6 лет назад

I couldn’t find any micro usb a cables on that site, do you have a link to cable?

@chiupolini 6 лет назад

No, the charging socket in the M2 controller is not micro A. It is micro AB. You won't find any Micro B to Micro AB adaptor in the market - not that I can find anyway. But as the cable from the charger uses micro B plug, you can buy a micro B to micro B female to female adapter. Insert the micro B charger cable into one end of the adapter. Then take the RC cable which comes with Mavic and insert the micro B plug into the other end of the adapter. Use the other end of the RC cable, which is micro AB format, to plug into the micro AB socket of the controller. Problem solved.

@MountainParameters 6 лет назад

Great idea! I cannot seem to find a Micro B female to Micro B female adapter on either Amz or Ali-X, wondering where you found yours?

@chiupolini 6 лет назад

I just picked one up in a computer shop. May be you can try search the following keywords in Google "Micro USB Female Extension cord 29CM USB Micro Female to Female Data charging Line Both side Micro USB Female connect Male Wire" In the search result, look for pictures display, and click the first picture. They are in AliExpress site. Good luck.

@N_Wheeler 6 лет назад

The Mavic controller has a USBMicro-A (rectangular) port, while the industry standard is the USBMicro-B connector. I can't figure out why. But, you have to be gentle with it, THAT I know.

@krnlueck 6 лет назад

Thanks for the tip. I have noticed the problem with the micro usb port myself. I think I'll start being more careful!

@Trafcon 6 лет назад

Good point about the USB-C I just bought (last week) a new Surface Pro Laptop/Tablet and Microsoft are still using Micro-USB. Love the Surface Pro but this one thing sucks !!!

@iRiselyTech 6 лет назад

If you look at the port, the small plastic border around the actual port, it has the shape of the micro USB connector. It has two tapered corners. Take a close look and you'll see. Also let everyone know as this will stop people breaking it!

@grafire80 5 лет назад

ur right. The side microUSB-Port is not really the best - the conncection stopps and so things.. So i am ever using the USB-Port on the bottom.

@Hughes500Bob 6 лет назад

OK Thanks ... Smaller side up! I put an adhesive dot on that side of the plug to remind me. This issue may also be why so many people have disconnect problems .... the pins are getting out of position when using the charging cable .... where most blame DJI on cheap controller cables.

@toantran3421 6 лет назад

Thank you for sharing the FAA aspect of controller repair. This is a common problem with micro-usb ports in general. I use those magnetic chargers that they sell on Amazon to minimize this. They don't last, but the only time I would be unplugging from the port is to replace the plug.

@jasonyoung1569 Месяц назад

Could you provide a link to what you use?

@MrToporkoff 6 лет назад

Broken micro USB port is standard problem for smartphones. So smartphone repair shop can do this job easy.

@raymondcheung2775 3 года назад

12 min video to educate how to solve a simple problem by using exaggerated label to attract people to click in.

@bobuk5722 6 лет назад

Hi. Why, oh why, do manufacturers use this sort of connector to provide power? It's really not up to the job. Even when you get them in the right way round, and it does help if the case moulding reflects that, then they are still flimsy and fail. I've found its often the plug rather than the socket that fails. A very gentle 'crimp' with a pair of narrow nose pliers can sometimes restore connectivity. Try at your own risk! BobUK.

@discoveruniqueplaces222 3 года назад

Very helpful, my controller will no longer take a charge. Wish I had watched your video a few months prior and I probably would not be in this situation. Keep up the good work, thank you...

@jefffulmer5936 6 лет назад

Thanks for the info...the first few times I ran into the same issue with quickly trying to plug in the cord.

@escapemechanic 6 лет назад

Ordering a magnetic cable with micro USB so I can just leave it in. Will let you know if it works.

@MB-hm1zd 4 года назад

Great idea!

@stevenw973 4 года назад

Any feedback you're willing to offer on it since you've been using it for some time now?

@USMC-ce2ek 4 года назад

Yup, all my electronics with Micro USB have magnetic adapters! Leave it in and forget

@Herbheffner 4 года назад

What's the verdict?

@Oneyejack59 4 года назад

Herbheffner I have tried various magnetic connectors and have not had much luck with them. They don’t keep a solid connection. Especially for data transfer and since that is the same port used for phone/tablet to controller, you definitely don’t want to lose connection while flying.

@Lets-do-this- 5 лет назад

All of my devices with micro USB plug it in and then I take red fingernail polish and put a dot on the cord an on the product that way I never have to look at it again

@escapemechanic 6 лет назад

Just got mine back. Lucky under a year and it was free. Took about two weeks but fourth of July holiday delayed that some.

@escapemechanic 6 лет назад

Yes. I live in Florida. They sent me a shipping label and it was fixed in Texas.

@jimpulley1472 5 лет назад

I really like your videos about all the mistakes you have made since you started flying drones. You are a good humble teacher of what not to do...

@maxboya 5 лет назад

9:05. You are welcome.

@DFDuck55 6 лет назад

Hint: There's usually a USB icon on both ends of the cable. That icon "most always" goes up, or toward you when the USB port is vertical on a device.

@knockg7266 6 лет назад

I cannot rely on using the USB icon as I have cables where the USB icon is on the micro-USB's "tappered" side and other cables where the USB icon in on the micro-USB's "non-tappered" side. My "cheat" is to look for the two "slide rails" on the bottom of the micro-USB connector as my guide to which side is down. Having seen this video, I now have a paint mark on the connector to indicate up.

@wayneburnett5098 6 лет назад

I have 2 phones, both micro usb's plug in opposite!

@DenisHeiderick 6 лет назад

Check my new MAVIC video ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wXLZrkAIqd8.html

@horsetom10 6 лет назад

It's funny how smartphone manufacturers can't all agree what way the connection goes. I have both a Nexus 5 and a Samsung Note, guess what!! even though both are micro-usb they go into the port different way gggrrrrrrrrr so USB icon is useless in this case.

@KhurramAwan52c 6 лет назад

i like the calm way you explain things ... thanks man

@Robbo1966 3 года назад

Very useful advice especially when you see the cost of a replacement controller if you can get hold of one

@djr320 4 года назад

This is a non issue. Who puts the micro USB in the wrong way?

@soentrueman7944 4 года назад

So many people that they actually changed the design with USB C. ;)

@GankTown 6 лет назад

mine only goes in one way

@marctrainor5595 5 лет назад

Bless your heart for sharing this! I just bought a used, but only used once Mavic Pro, and I noticed the female input on the controller was that square micro, looking one. I didn't know you could plug in the one with the beveled top edge. When I look at the little pins and stuff in either the male or female, they don't look quite like they'd match, but again, I'm old and my vision is worse. I did try doing it like you said and it seems to work. I know this from using my cell phone, it's soooooo easy to plug it in upside down, when your not looking or in a hurry. After your experience, I'm absolutely gonna pay attention to all of this. That's about par for the course that it would be so interconnected it would cost a bundle to get it replaced. You know, I'll bet, if they engineered it where they had a little harness that the female input that's on the controller was attached to inside the controller, we or they could just buy the little harness with a plug on each end and put it in ourselves. That would make more sense to me, because these little plugs take an enormous amount of use and abuse. I know my cell phone input, eventually gets very lose and thank God I have the maintenance type extended warranty on it or I'd be buying a new cell phone for about 700 bucks, all because of this cheesy little wimpy plug they have on here. Thanks again. Marc.

@zerocool321 3 года назад

it's like they haven't updated the overall platform for Mavic pro. I have the AIR and i love it. The fly more kit, The controller, storage in the bag. very nice configuration. I just got the Mavic Pro 2 and it seems like its last generation ideas. The bag isn't big enough for the drone let alone batteries, chargers, accessories, ETC. Now onto the controller. I had to sit down and Google how to charge because that wasn't clear straight out of the box. Looking at the port for the first time i was like "this is gonna be trouble" then i find your video AND thank god you put this video out. This should be pinned on their website so people can be cautious. I have now subscribed to your channel because i have seen 7 videos and liked all of them so far!

@Dragonovus 6 лет назад

It depends on the person itself to put the USB in the wrong way. You aren't really a careful person. I never had this issue because I used to check this also with my phones.. but since I have USB C phones I am extra careful. Wonder why DJI didn't go for USB c ones

@Maniac742 5 лет назад

The whole point of micro USB tapering was to prevent mis-insertion, but DJI was retarded to make the port square against industry convention. That's their terrible design. No one else's.

@mr.tuckers2848 6 лет назад

USB C cable would solve this issue as it can be plugged on either side. Does this make the Mavic USB cable proprietary? It doesn't seem like it's standard connector. =( The USB logo indicates which side is up or down as well. Is there not a logo on there? Most devices have the logo- still waiting for my device to arrive and I won't know until Tues. =(

@jonathansheldon9708 6 лет назад

Hey Russ. Thanks for the video. Just got my Mavic Pro in the mail yesterday and don't want to break it so early. Very helpful...

@pcarnahan45 6 лет назад

On all my USB and USB C ports, I glue a red dot (or dab of nail polish) on both the correct surface of the cable and the insertion point (matching red dot to red dot). Works especially well in bad light!

@therealdark1808 6 лет назад

I thought everyone knew that those are directional 90% of the time. Pro tip for you guys! The only ones that are not directional are type C and the Apple lightning jack lol

@romeomesina7696 5 лет назад

Interesting video, but no offense and please dont take this the wrong way. You should really pay attention to how you plug in USB ports. You're not the only one, which is why USB-C is invented. Anyway, the control board that houses the USB port on the Mavic Pro controller can be replaced, it's just a matter of finding the replacement board on ebay. If you watch some of the video on RU-vid about disassembling the controller, it's actually easier than you would imagine. I know, I've done it before and I was afraid because it's an expensive controller. But after getting over the fear, I was able to disassemble and reassemble the controller on my own.

@warsameadam5572 5 лет назад

Romeo Mesina I agree Dji logo is one top indicating micro usb correct way to plug in. But it’s not an easy one for consumers to be honest micro USB ports the worst with little thoughts into it this is why usb C design port is multi directional . Apple is ahead of the rat race here .

@StevenTheGeek 5 лет назад

This isn't a case of USB being plugged in the wrong way, this is DJI using a non approved socket. DJI aren't allowed to display the official USB logo if you can slot it in the wrong way. USB standards before USB-C were created for a reason too :)

@markpridgen3395 5 лет назад

When I purchased my Mavic Pro I purchased a phone magnetic charging cord. Works perfect. I do not use the little cords that come with the controller I use a nice cord to my phone and plug it into the bottom usb port and plug it into my phone when I am flying. The reason I do this is because I use the magnetic cord to charge the unit only. So the micro usb magnetic insert goes into the side and just leave it there (never take out) when I go to charge I just pick up my cord and it automatically connects to the attachment that is in the controller. YOU never have to worry about messing up the controller by taking the cord in and out all the time. If you would like more details let me know.

@leotexas3485 5 лет назад

I’ve used 3 different brands of micro USB cables for the Mavic 2 remote, but each cable causes a little more damage to the port each time I insert the cable - even though I do it correctly! It seems as if the only way the remote’s port doesn’t sustain any damage is by using the DJI supplied micro USB cable and the included micro USB cable on the power adapter. I don’t know why this is, but I can only use the DJI cables for that port. So much for charging it with after-market cables on the Fstop Labs Mavic 2 Battery Charger ...

@Randyindecatur 6 лет назад

Ken Herron because of that age and treachery advantage. Plus he always has Dana with him.

@mjordan812 6 лет назад

NO! Do NOT tell them to use a proprietary connector! USB-C would be lovely, but in the meantime, the little USB symbol on the cable end faces up. If you can't see the symbol you've got the cable backwards.

@richardgatecliffephotograp7024 5 лет назад

Thank you Russ. Got my Mavic Pro yesterday and was initially concerned that I wasn’t in possession of the correct DJI remote charge lead. Your video is a great heads up.

@mattandrews557 5 лет назад

Hey thank you for the informative video I am a new drone pilot only a year I do have the GoPro Karma with the black 5 camera work fine for 6-8 months no problems no crash is nothing and then after I get a software update I know this sounds strange but then the stabilizer was no longer found IE the camera GoPro has been awesome they've replaced every single part thinking it's some something else that's going on I'm due to get my GoPro 5 black camera back as a replacement and I will update you if it actually fixes the issue I'm convinced it's a software / firmware update on the controller itself cuz that's the only piece of Hardware there's not been replaced. Thanks again Matt

@terrylord5033 6 лет назад

Can't believe people can't remember which way round to insert the Mavic power lead, but I agree it's a poor socket even by micro usb standards

@flyingpete 6 лет назад

When you have a phone - 2 tablets - small personnel player - torches - camera and Mavic - all usb, try to remember which way they all plug in.

@user-zi8jn1go8k 6 лет назад

"even by micro usb standards" hehe true

@DiogoTorres17 5 лет назад

I do @@flyingpete

@mohdafzal518 5 лет назад

people generally say "Thanks for watching" in the end.. you first said this and completed responsibility.. 😁👍👍

@junesomers9921 4 года назад

Thank you for our help wish I knew a week ago, I made the same mistake. Called DJI and they said it was discontinue and could not be repaired.

@jmcguire708 6 лет назад

Agreed on the micro USB rant... I just got a new Mavic Air and the drone itself has a USB C connector but the controller still has a micro USB connector. Their fix was to include a USB C to micro adapter in the box l. What a joke that turned out to be... The adapter fits loosely when plugged in and if the cable is not held just right, the controller will not charge. Sounds like I will soon be in the same situation as you, only caused by the OEM supplied accessories!

@arthurshemet135 6 лет назад

I do appreciate your videos and the details that you get into!!!! Thanks

@jwhit2549 6 лет назад

Replace the remote circuit board , $48 amazon

@51Drones 6 лет назад

Ya, I was told by one of the dealers those are out there, but that they don't always work. (Of course, he could have been trying to sell me some services.) I just decided to get the real thing and not worry about whether it was going to work or not. Here is the link for it: amzn.to/2JLMUm0. But I would use at your own risk.

@josheh4 6 лет назад

Don't even need to replace the whole circuit board. One could replace just the usb port. If all that is broken, is the little tab, then you should be able to solder on a new one.

@josheh4 6 лет назад

I'd like to clarify, that you may or may not be able to do a replacement of the usb port, since they do seem to have a somewhat custom one. If you could, it could cost a few cents for the part. Otherwise, a board replacement for that area can be had for 16ish dollars (if you're paying 48, you're getting ripped off). The problem you have with yours, is not a 200 dollar problem. It's barely a 48 dollar problem. The only reason it should cost as much as 48, is if you're paying someone to do the fix for you.

@rcharris1969 6 лет назад

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@ironmanmachine 6 лет назад

Personally I would buy the replacement board, and just swap the port. If you can do basic SMD soldering, this would be a breeze.

@buckhorntx 6 лет назад

Thank you for this video, Russ. I have notice, the two or three times I have charged the controller that it is difficult to make a mini fit. Assuming from the start it was a regular mini, now I need to go find the one that came with it. I am always careful with the minis on any of my gear, double checking the "fit. On another note, belated thanks for all the beginner videos you have done. No telling how much grief I have been spared, having the information up front is so many areas. Hope you get some warmer weather soon, I have a son in Nort Dakooda and keep an eye on your Winters. Too much for my old bones....

@chiupolini 6 лет назад

Great discussion. I am from Hong Kong. Just got my Mavic 2 Pro yesterday. My first Mavic. I ran into the same problem. I found that RC port is rectangular. But except for the RC cables, I do not find any charging cable which has a rectangular plug. Even the charging cable attached to the DJI charger is USB micro B type. So I went up to the DJI Support at Facebook. There, after much explanation including video and photos, the guy told me that USB micro B could be inserted into the RC part direct and told me not to doubt him. However he did not tell me that there were two sides to the RC port and that I should insert the USB micro B plug with the tapered side facing up. Emboldened by his "guidance", I confidently pressed the USB plug in hard and found no response. Today I went to the Hong Kong DJI Store and they found the RC Port was damaged by me!!!!! After I leveled a barrage at them about what I was told yesterdya by their Support, they took the controller in and now certify that I can get a brand new replacement controller for the "repair costs" of HK$356, or USD45.64. I paid under protest, but will try to get me a complete refund for giving me misleading information. DJI should have informed everyone about how people should properly plug in their USB micro B plug into the RC port for charging. But this is not in the manual or any tutorial video. I think you got a raw deal there. We all do.

@dntanderson 5 лет назад

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@kriptonis 6 лет назад

2:58 "I could not remember witch way it went IN". Nice excuse, but still won't work with her.

@DROHNENDANIEL 6 лет назад

I'm glad I'm using the original cable only xD

@GankTown 6 лет назад

same lolololololol mine only goes in one way lololol

@krnlueck 6 лет назад

Can you please explain what that means? What is an xD cable? I believe I am using the original cable too.

@DROHNENDANIEL 6 лет назад

Karen Lueck I never said something about an xD cable. xD is an Emoji, before Emoji exist.

@youbetubber777 6 лет назад

DROHNEN.DANIEL idk where mine is lol

@DROHNENDANIEL 6 лет назад

A.J. Williams lol 😂

@leegenix 6 лет назад

I modded my controller with the Itelite antenna kit. I knew if I made a mistake, I would have to replace it. Thankfully, even with my disabled hand, I did the upgrade and it worked. I suggest taking your time when charging connecting cables or pay for replacement.

@reneeantonthibaultbijl3667 6 лет назад

This was very informative thanks , Could you do a video on the photography side of the mavic pro ,ie how do you control weather the drone records to the phone or onboard chip ,and how to change from 4K to to other size video formats

@BuiltByRik 6 лет назад

Micro USB SUCKS

@Brian-xd2oi 6 лет назад

Hilarious, with superb advice...’dude’ lol.

@hallenw 6 лет назад

Yes, it is definitely a problem. DJI should issue a recall. Even with the right side up it is tricky to insert.

@dntanderson 5 лет назад

Or send everyone an adapter with the correct uUSB-A connection

@jblake8293 6 лет назад

It is the small stuff that matters. I can't stand the Micro USB and this one is particularly a pain in the butt. Appreciate the video.

@captainmojo7968 5 лет назад

comment.....lol Thanks for the tip!

@billut400 6 лет назад

Ken would. He would talk his way out of it. 😜 Bill

@Jamesg33 6 лет назад

Thanks for the video. I've had similar problems with other micro USB devices (and also regular USB devices). I think using the provided cables is the way to go. They work well. At least you'd have a good case with DJI if you have a failure using them. And I totally agree that a new input configuration is needed.

@jpkelly8887 6 лет назад

Make two dots (white nail polish), one on the proper orientation for the mirco USB insert and a dot of the controller where the USB plugs in - line up the dots when inserting.

@muzikmon2267 5 лет назад

I'm back tracking here. I stumbled across your remote control problem again.. Decided to watch it and realized it's actually pretty easy to fix. I know this because I recently upgraded my mavic pro controller antennas.. and then when I took out the micro USB port circuit board I remember thinking of you saying it was very difficult and expensive to fix thinking it's very simple.. It actually pops right out the board and all with the buttons in a board only cost like $17 on eBay and other drone companies... To take the controller apart and put it back together took me about ( an 1hr ) . And that's with me being very very careful. I could probably take it apart and put it back together in about 40 minutes now.. Everything in there was replaceable and you can find parts now. I actually took it apart twice. Because the new antennas didn't do much better than The originals.. So that's weird that you had trouble finding people to do this. There are tons and tons of videos.. so basically I'm telling you this because you popped into my head when I was taking apart the controller remembering micro USB problem.. And I can't believe THEY DIDN'T FIX THE ISSUE WITH THE MAVIC PRO 2 LOL!!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME!! You would think a billion dollar company would at least switch to a USB c port or at least taper the New port like every micro USB female connection there is in the world!! I would say that's the first time I've ever seen a square micro USB port... Here's your new $1,500 drone WITH THE SAME PROBLEM 😂

@debbielynn6683 5 лет назад

Yes, when I first heard about this issue I took my plug and a sharpie marker and marked the up side. That way I’m always looking at the marked side as I’m plugging it in. And a big YES to your statement to DJI... they can do better!!

@DaireLyne 5 лет назад

This video really helped me out, I have USB C phone and didn't know what the port was for as it was rectangular

@Bill14886 6 лет назад

Awesome tip on the micro USB side port. I put bright orange tape on the correct sides to connect together. Top of Controller plug and top of power cord plug. No mistake to be made ,easy and fast connection now. Set it and forget it. LOL Glad you gave me the idea. Thanks keep them coming.

@TOPGUN73538 5 лет назад

Good tip, I marked my usb connector with strip tape so I know witch side is up, Aslo can the mavic pro platnum do hyperlapse video? Thanks for all your hard work it is very helpful to all who watch, and a lot of fun as well!!!

@michaelgause9883 6 лет назад

Great video,I always wondered why they had usb micro when I knew they could make them like the new type c it was super easy to do.

@drfix2020 5 лет назад

Agreed port should be changed to C! Also wish DJI would move the sport mode switch higher on the right or anywhere but there! Holder arm gets in the way when using a 8" tablet!

@Jake-mm1cz 6 лет назад

Just Purchased a Platinum and was having the same issue . Thanks for Hopefully Saving Me Some Money & Grief ..! I Purchased some Different Adapters to Try to See if it’s Possible to Use My Fatshark Goggles with this Setup Without Too Much Latency or if it’s Even Possible to Fly with Them .

@TheIrongutz 5 лет назад

Why they wouldn't use a usb type c connection is beyond me

@amagnier 4 года назад

Éven for mavic 2 :(

@Polychronisdrone 5 лет назад

Hi Ross, Thank you for sharing your experience with the remote controller and the micro usb port which is not that great. Do you know if the Canadian company is reparing drones from Europe? Greetings from the island of Crete in Greece!

@plowboyh6054 6 лет назад

I did the same thing just ordered a new controller I will take the old one apart to see about putting a new usb port in. It is a shame you can't charge it at the bottom with the standard usb port.

@DanTheRVMan 6 лет назад

I suggest plugging it in and then taking a silver pen and marking the body and the plug so you always know which way to put it together.

@waynedavis1950 5 лет назад

I enjoyed your video and feel your pain. The micro USB port on your controller is square because it's an "on the go" (otg) port. I just learned this yesterday. It would seem (and verified by your experience) that the square connector offers less protection than the typical micro USB port but if you had an OTG cable it will not plug into a standard micro USB port. Don't hold your breath for DJI to change because there are thousands of us that have purchased OTG cables for our Spark to resolve what apparently is an issue using a WiFi connection on the phone. Sometimes "standards" are good and sometimes they hold back progress. Interestingly, I have a OTG cable where the metal seam is down and the charge cable, the metal seam is up. I've inserted the connecter the wrong way more times than I would like to admit. I just ordered all white cables where I can mark what "UP" is. Thanks again for your video.

@tombuck 6 лет назад

Wow, thanks for pointing this out. Didn’t even realize this was an issue! I’m really glad I found your channel.

@gtj1715 6 лет назад

I have placed a dot of fingernail polish on the "top" of all my charger cables... lime green is micro-USB, white is mini-USB, etc. With the move to USB-C, I'll have to come up with a new color scheme... On the (larger) USB end, it's "orange up"... You get the idea. Works great.

@hishamguess4440 5 лет назад

Hi, yes for the most part the majority of ports are integrated into the main board. This can be fixed and although "fixing" these days seems to mean replaced. I have fixed these ports on different electronics and cellphones. It does take special equipment but i just hate seeing people get screwed out of money especially when the replacement part would cost maybe around 0.10 I use to buy them in lots of 50 i believe. Try this, find an electronics school or program in your area and see if they are willing to allow one of their students to make the repair. This would probably happen at little or no cost as it serves as an excellent educational opportunity for the student to learn and the Teacher to teach.

@richardmiller9752 5 лет назад

fine the right way to insert the cord in the small port and take some white out and put it on top that way the white mark is facing you and just be gentle putting it in, if you look closely you can see the little tongue on the control is off center, just look at the input cord and you can see what way it has to fit. but it still sucks that Mavic does not have a better connection especially for the mail controller

@RodMacPherson 5 лет назад

The best suggestion I have seen in a long time is the magnetic connector adapter you link to. Thanks.

@keithgeisen 6 лет назад

I recalled my first time with the micro sub connection but never gave it much thought. I learned what side is up and the idea of marking it is good. My question is why would dji go a different route - they must know this is not a standard form and could cause a problem and then the customers would have to purchase another controller, Hummmmmm more $$$$$ for them. This is an Achilles heal of the controller and thank you for letting us know. " PS - sorry for you loss"

@martinmaciel9780 6 лет назад

Definitely good info I just grabbed a micro usb and plug it in so I have to check and be more careful with that thanks for your great videos 👍👍👍

@luca-dy8kt 5 лет назад

if u use a micro usb cable , there is a usb-sign on the adaptor of the cable , always point this side in the direction of the screen this is so for all brands gsm , pc , etc

@Tim-Temple 6 лет назад

Excellent point... I'm shocked that a high end device is using a terrible outdated usb port! Charging should be strictly by non-usb round plug. Usb port should be for data only and not micro size but either type C or standard (large) usb! Phone calls you've had are typical these days unfortunately, and great re-enactment of the call! Thumbs Up for that!

@Zoneangel 6 лет назад

I think manufacturing cost plays a factor with using usb type-c. Either they want to keep the cost low or give a reason for customers to jump to the new version of drone with the updated controller.

@tracykimball6919 4 года назад

Your videos are great. You always do your homework and I can definitely tell you want to help others. I for one really appreciate all your video’s, I learn so much from them.