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ContraSpec replied to ContraSpec's discussion DJI WK-H on Traditional Heli - X-Cell Spectra-G
"So let the rebuild begin :)

going to test motor today after opening and inspecting it, everything looks good to go."
Dec 1, 2012
ContraSpec replied to ContraSpec's discussion DJI WK-H on Traditional Heli - X-Cell Spectra-G
"Hi Guys,
I'm putting the project on hold, helicopter was totally destroyed in a RX/TX lockout failure on this past sunday.
i will update with my findings to the cause of the lockout, the failsafe never took over at that moment.

even the gopro…"
Nov 21, 2012
ContraSpec replied to ContraSpec's discussion DJI WK-H on Traditional Heli - X-Cell Spectra-G
"DJI Wookong-H
MA X-Cell Spectra-Gspectrag_1.jpgwookong_H_pic1.jpg"
Nov 15, 2012
ContraSpec posted a discussion
I have recently purchased and built the Miniature Aircraft - Spectra G Gasser and the DJI - WK-H controller.There seems to be very little info on the final configurations for the controller for various sizes/types helicopters especially the…
Nov 15, 2012
ContraSpec left a comment on South African DIY Drones User Group
"Bit far away from me, thanx for the invite"
Aug 6, 2012
ContraSpec replied to ContraSpec's discussion Gasser Heli setup
"One of the purposes of my heli build is to be used in a search & rescue out at sea where due to circumstances rtl is always changing so the heli would need to be given commands via MP where to RTL. wind and weather conditions change continuously…"
Jun 20, 2012
ContraSpec posted a discussion
Hi, can anyone give me some guidance regarding my project? i have a x-cell gasser heli 700mm, all the info that i have found on the forums/google etc. all point to a flybarless electric heli which doesnt have throttle controls, where as i require a…
Jun 19, 2012
ContraSpec posted a discussion in ArduCopter (traditional heli) user group
Hi Everyone.Is there anyone who is successfully flying a 90 size gasser with the APM2 in full autonomous mode?I really could do with some help.Thanx in advancedTrevor
Jun 11, 2012
ContraSpec replied to ContraSpec's discussion Traditional Heli - X-Cell 23cc Gasser in ArduCopter (traditional heli) user group
"Hi,

Have there been any developments on the software to help me yet?
thanx in advance.
Trevor"
Jun 11, 2012
ContraSpec replied to ContraSpec's discussion Traditional Heli - X-Cell 23cc Gasser in ArduCopter (traditional heli) user group
"yes i have read the wiki, many times, but it doesnt have info for the Nitro/Gasser heli's but more targeted at the electric flybarless.
i have setup everything, H1 in mp,
my tx can control everything via the apm2 correctly, except pitch.
i require…"
Jun 3, 2012
ContraSpec replied to ContraSpec's discussion Traditional Heli - X-Cell 23cc Gasser in ArduCopter (traditional heli) user group
"Hi, thanx for quick reply.
im ver new to the rc heli field, the heli is about &yrs old, purchased as a used machine.
i believe the swash is not CCPM, but H1 ( i think mechanical ) as per speaking to the agents."
Jun 3, 2012
ContraSpec posted a discussion in ArduCopter (traditional heli) user group
Hi all,I have a x-cell gasser heli,it has been setup and flies without the ardu pilot. I have decided to install my APM21.)  and cant seem to get the pitch servo to function.2.) i need the APM2 to be transparent as in my TX do all the mixing.i have…
Jun 3, 2012
ContraSpec left a comment on ArduCopter (traditional heli) user group
"Hi, can anyone give me some guidance regarding my project? i have a x-cell gasser heli 700, all the info that i have found on the forums/google etc. all point to a flybarless electric heli which doesnt have throttle controls, where as i require a…"
Jun 3, 2012
ContraSpec left a comment on South African DIY Drones User Group
"Hi anyone for kzn north coast, im currently working on a 700 heli, quad and octo. using apm2 and apm1"
Jun 3, 2012
ContraSpec replied to Gary Mortimer's discussion I'm in in South African DIY Drones User Group
"Hi Gary
Where abouts in KZN, im in Richards Bay."
May 20, 2012
ContraSpec left a comment on Telemetry over cellular IP
"i know this question may sound a bit on the off topic, but instead of these arb dynamic dns systems that sometimes tend to be slow on updates (up to 5 min) between ip changes, wouldnt it be safer to have the drone connect via a vpn connection?"
May 8, 2012
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