Radiomaster Zorro ELRS Review - The Best Portable RC In 2022? 

What is the max range of zorro?

Can you confirm whether Jumper Aion elrs module works without any issues with radiomaster zorro?

@@maverick1539 I can confirm that, so far, I haven't noticed any problems with either of my Jumper AION ELRS 2.4GHz nano modules (I now own two of them) working with my Zorro. But if Jumper isn't your preferred brand, others have posted favorably elsewhere regarding (1) the BetaFPV ELRS 2.4GHz nano module, and (2) the FrSky VANTAC ELRS 2.4GHz nano module.

Usually I have to flash the latest BF and the latest opentx/edgetx to get ELRS to work

What protocols are the 4 in 1. Like is Frsky included?

@@SnaggyWasTaken Yes, frsky is in there.

Are yours also very loose ?

@@MadRC I haven't noticed that the batteries are loose. The covers take a bit of effort to fit back right at first, but you get the hang of it.

Try setting the radio to beep at center for the pots.

Yea I wanted to cover this too but it was too long but I am going to talk about this in another video.

@@MadRC Stuff like Lua, and using external modules are worth a second video. Kind of a "field ops" perspective.

It won’t be long. Pre ordered are getting ready now I believe. Next few weeks.

As I posted in another comment, I elected to buy the 4-in-1 multi-protocol variant of the ZORRO and pair it with an external ELRS nano module (a Jumper AION Nano ELRS 2.4GHz). And so far, I feel that was a good choice for me. I provide more details regarding my reasons in my earlier comment. But in summary, 1) I prefer using USB dongles (Spektrum WS2000 and FrSky XSR-SIM) with simulators, which is pretty much the only reason that use the 4-in-1, and 2) ELRS radios can get hot when using high power and refresh rates, but using an external module keeps HEAT away from the motherboard.

@@gizmochicken5424 hey thanks, so the one that only does FRsky and one other would also be ok I guess, then put a module on, as we only have FRsky stuff no other other than ELRS

@@GuitarsandDrones Yep, if you’re certain that you’ll only be using the ZORRO with ELRS and FrSky, the CC2500 variant, paired with an ELRS external module, would be a good choice. But the 4-in-1 variant gives you more options (such as to use Spektrum) than does the CC2500 variant. In my case, I only use Spektrum with a USB dongle. But for me, that was enough to justify the extra $20 cost. The above in mind, for those who are absolutely certain that they will never use anything other than ELRS, in my opinion, the ELRS variant makes sense. But even then, at least for the Zorro transmitter (which is small and has no significant ventilation), I’d use an external ELRS module for situations needing higher power and refresh rates, and I'd save the internal module only for situations requiring lower power settings. I’ll just add that I bought the “Zorro case” for another $20 or so. It’s a perfect fit for the Zorro, even with the Jumper AION Nano ELRS module (which is slightly larger than some modules) is attached to the back. So if you feel that you need a case (none is included), I’d buy the custom Zorro case. As for the Jumper AION Nano ELRS external module, I selected it mostly because it was in stock and available for rapid shipping. Other modules may be better. But so far, I have no complaints with this external module. (As an aside, it took me some time to realize the I needed to treat the module as a CRSF module.) For anyone reading this who wants to use this transmitter for simulations, as I mentioned in another comment, ELRS offers a nifty option to use your transmitter as Bluetooth controller. And that option can be setup to generate very little heat, and so would work well with the Zorro internal ELRS variant. I've gotten it to work with some sims, but I’m having trouble getting it to work with STEAM. Not sure if it's a STEAM problem or a ME problem. But as of now, I prefer using my USB dongles (whether Spekrum of FrSky) with simulators. I plan on attempting to use ELRS with simulators using an approach similar to that described by Oscar Liang (and others), namely using BetaFlight and a flight controller (in this case connected to an ELRS receiver) plugged into my computer via USB. But I haven’t gotten around to attempting that yet. I hope that, someday, a manufacturer will sell USB dongle that supports ELRS. But until then, I have options. :)

@@gizmochicken5424 I went with the 2500 and we already have the ELRS unit but not used it yet, it’s for my son his birthday is in a few weeks and he mention he likes the game style controller but he uses a Taranis 9x perfectly well, this would be just right size, had to order batteries tho extra ugh 😑 lol

my sides 😂

@hotspalling I don't even remember writing this hah must have been after coming from from a .. night

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if they listen to customers there won’t be flawed products like this

X lite Pro still the best radio for me. Actually my daily is an S with Pro gimbals, because I like the white shell. X-lite S/Pro easily has the best build quality of all game pad style radios, and the Pro gimbals are fully adjustable, and feel great. I sold my two standard X-Lites, and have my blue Pro as a spare to my daily. The 2 Panasonic 18500s deliver what I consider the absolute minimum capacity any radio should ever have. T-Lite is my next favorite, as it's truly compact, unlike the XLite, and the tubby Zorro, and its pokey "schwing" screen. I can fit a T Lite, Orqas, 3" 1S Toothpick, and handful of packs, all in a single headphones case, which is nice because I like to have fpv as option no matter what I'm out doing on my bicycle. Feels and flys great, and the battery has never presented a concern. I have two T-Lites in play, one modded with an "in-tenna," one ELRS, and a brand new one as spare. The BFPV Lite II is great for handing to friends, sharing. Now the Zorro, it is a pretty evenly mixed bag, not completely terrible, but offers nothing compelling over the others. The obtuse screen is inarguably out of place, hurting the otherwise attractive, if not a bit plump, curves. The huge pixels on the low res display are insult to injury, and remind me of the digital Etch A Sketch from decades ago. A smaller high res display like the X Lite was the far better choice here, perhaps with a lightly magnifying optic as the screen cover. The zorros stock gimbals are positioned great, very nice (I ordered the cnc'd ones anyway,) and those plump handles fill out my hands nicely. Yes the overall perceived quality is beyond the T-Lite, but the schwing screen, chess square sized pixels, do much to detract from the overall, Installing the calosolly idiotic baby batteries calls for manual overide of even the most modestly capable brain, in order to achieve the required level of cognitive disonence. Speccing 18300 batteries for this radio has an effect equivalent to a running jump kick, square to the nuts, with golf spiked high heels shoes. Even the fair and reasonable $99 price tag became meaningless when I was startled by the low battery voice alert while attempting my first corrective action of changing the firmware to OpenTX. I absolutely love all the switches, and buttons on the zorro, and If I need to know where center is on the pots, I'll set opentx to provide a beep at center, but it's true the damn things could have been positioned far better. No doubt it is a fantastic radio, at a fair price, for many pilots, and I am genuinely happy they have it. But for anyone more particular like me, or anyone that knows better, it's a pass. And that is just fine since there exist radios that do meet my needs and desires. I recommend the Zorro for 90% of people out there. For me however, it simply does not have a place in my stable beyond being a massively upgraded loaner unit, over the Lite Radio II. Oh, I also got interference noise coming from the speaker, and even in normal operation at moderate volume, the speaker at times crackled, and sounded blown, and every one out of ten steps or so was not registered with the indexed jog wheel. It does seem worthy of consideration for a total redesign and custom printed housing though, and I'm seriously tempted to try it. Based on what I've seen people do with moddimg the Lite Radio II, there is a ton of potential in the Zorro.

Try pressing and holding the back button. That’s not normal but back should get you out with a hold.

250mW elrs @100Hz will outrange 1W CRF or R9 easily!

I usually keep it on 100mw and can basically fly anywhere

@der-v I think you are over-hyping ELRS. 900mw systems at one watt will probably go 100km easy. No 2.4 Ghz system even ELRS(which is awesome) will beat a 900mhz system in range. ELRS gets really good range for 2.4ghz, but please don't overhype it. It will only hurt the ELRS project. (Not an ELRS dev)

@@truggles120 exactly what i was thinking, trappy has shown 55km on Tango2 at 1000mw. I do 7-8 walls of concrete and rebar daily on crossfire. i'm tired of hype, and about to just test it myself...the ceramic antenna on 100mw barely gets through my house and failsafes in the yard...i'm just hoping for more out of the ep1 🤷‍♂️

There are also 900MHz ELRS and 2.4GHz ELRS external module options. Antenna type, placement and the environment you flying in will likely have greater impact. Nice thing is the Zorro ELRS edition only cost 2x that price of a typical ELRS external module. Nice form-factor, and opportunity to test out ELRS first hand. Can always add your existing 900MHz module to Zorro. If your external module is JR and not micro edition, BetaFPV makes a ~$9 adaptor (think TBS offers similar adapter as well) Worst case is need to upgrade by adding 1000mW external module, so an extra $50 for $150 total. Not huge cost for testing and learning if ELRS works for you flying style and location(s). Alternatively you can wait and watch reviews of others to get feel the setup meeting your needs. NOTE: I've yet to fly ELRS, but have ordered a Zorro to test myself.

Just my opinion, but the tx12 has a Jr module bay, better battery life and better screen placement. Plus it is cheaper and available. 523 grams with ELRS module and a 2s 2500mah battery. Potentiometer gimbals that I thought I'd replace with Halls right away, but decided to keep them now until they wear out. They feel plenty smooth to me. They will also take the same, more expensive upgrade gimbals as the zorro. No flysky built in though.

@@kurtzFPV I'm thinking the same.. I've been running a T8SG (deviationtx and elrs) and really like to form-factor.. been considering to go to edgetx but don't like gamepads and the tx16's too large.. might go with the tx12 and those ag01 mini's ... .. or stick with my t8sg and try and fit the ag01 mini's in there... not sure yet..

@@tonhabraken9339 it's a real simple upgrade to edgetx. My primary is the tx16s, but I use the tx12 a lot, especially if I want to take a compact kit out with me. The Jr bay making all my modules interchangeable was what helped me make the final decision.

@@tonhabraken9339 just looked up the t8sg, and they do have almost identical form factors, although it looks like the t8sg has a couple of extra switches up top. Good luck, whatever you decide.

ridiculous design decision from the Chinese as usual

哪有這麼便宜

@@user-yk1cw8im4h 刚预售的时候，在淘宝，叠加上券，我还曾150买了speedybee 调参3

You are win. 🏆

LOL! This whole hobby is just mostly playing with our toys in our second childhood. ;-)

@@theoztreecrasher2647 yeah grow up then

@@user-yk1cw8im4h LOL! A bit late now, Sonny! May you have more success. ;-)

@@theoztreecrasher2647 its never too late.

@@user-yk1cw8im4h Ah the innocence of youth! But may you never be faced with the realization of the fallacy of those words of wisdom until the moment of your death. ;-)

So am I