Should I Buy

developius · May 20, 2017

Would people still recommend getting a Solo? I really want to get one but am worried that if something was to go wrong with it, I wouldn't be able to get it repaired (or order the parts myself and DIY).

I already have a GoPro Hero 4 Black, and the Solo still looks like it has the best integrations with the GoPro in terms of settings.

Attached is a screenshot of my eBay basket - total comes to £221 ($228) for a new Solo + Gimbal. Shipping to the UK is £134 ($175) - total £355 ($463)

jetsetwilly · May 20, 2017

Just get one and another for spare parts lol

What else can you get in UK for that price?

Take a look at this one available in UK Selling one of my uk solos

developius · May 20, 2017

@jetsetwilly I found one on eBay totally £336 so I've gone ahead and ordered it - fingers crossed!
That one you posted was put up two years ago, so I reckon they've probably found a home for it, but thanks anyway.

jetsetwilly · May 21, 2017

developius said:
@jetsetwilly I found one on eBay totally £336 so I've gone ahead and ordered it - fingers crossed!
That one you posted was put up two years ago, so I reckon they've probably found a home for it, but thanks anyway.

It was posted yesterday and has 6 days left on ebay. Think you read his joined date which was 2 years ago

Glad you got one though you won't be disappointed, just make sure you check which rev gps board you get and consider replacing with the mro version.

If you get the rev b just do the cardboard mod and see how you get on. If you get the rev a then toss it lol

Jameson · May 21, 2017

Depending on your budget, the Solo might be a great fit

developius · Jun 1, 2017

@jetsetwilly how do I check which version of the GPS board I have? It arrived, all working well but the FPV is not working correctly - I've ordered a replacement HDMI cable. I got a gimbal too, which works fine except for live feed so I know that the issue is with the cable. Not flying far as I'm not confident without FPV.

jetsetwilly · Jun 1, 2017

developius said:
@jetsetwilly how do I check which version of the GPS board I have? It arrived, all working well but the FPV is not working correctly - I've ordered a replacement HDMI cable. I got a gimbal too, which works fine except for live feed so I know that the issue is with the cable. Not flying far as I'm not confident without FPV.

watch the vid in this post to see how to get to the gps board and then at 2:13 you can see that it's a rev A board

GPS Mod-Cardboard under the copper foil

developius · Jun 2, 2017

@jetsetwilly thank you. Mine doesn't have any issues with satellite reception so I'm guessing I don't need to do anything about it.

jetsetwilly · Jun 2, 2017

developius said:
@jetsetwilly thank you. Mine doesn't have any issues with satellite reception so I'm guessing I don't need to do anything about it.

I would still open it up and check what rev you have, only takes a couple of minutes

developius · Jun 3, 2017

@jetsetwilly it's a Rev A, should I replace it? And if so, where can I get a replacement?

andrew.baker.142 · Jun 3, 2017

If it is working for you just leave it in. While you have it open I'd suggest you add the cardboard spacer (AKA cardboard mod). It will continue to work great with that in.

developius · Jun 3, 2017

Well, that was interesting. I actually closed it all up before I saw your message so I ended up not doing the cardboard mod. I now wish I'd never opened it up because I'm now struggling to get 6 sats lol. When the replacement HDMI cable arrives, I'll go through everything again and check everything is plugged in properly, plus I might do the cardboard mod.

andrew.baker.142 · Jun 3, 2017

The cardboard mod is easy and free. Alternatively you can by the V2 shield from 3DR. Was $15 with free shipping last time I looked.

developius · Jun 4, 2017

andrew.baker.142 said:
The cardboard mod is easy and free. Alternatively you can by the V2 shield from 3DR. Was $15 with free shipping last time I looked.

Thanks. Where can I get a rev B shield? I can't see it on their website.

jetsetwilly · Jun 4, 2017

Solo GPS Shield V2 - 3DR

3DR SOLO GPS REV B

mRo GPS u-Blox Neo-M8N / 3DR SOLO Upgrade

developius · Jun 4, 2017

jetsetwilly said:
Solo GPS Shield V2 - 3DR

3DR SOLO GPS REV B

mRo GPS u-Blox Neo-M8N / 3DR SOLO Upgrade

Great, thanks. Should I get both the Rev B board and the shield, or just the shield or just the board...? Which combo?

andrew.baker.142 · Jun 6, 2017

If you are going to replace the GPS, get the mRo.
Frankly if you install the V2 shield you won't be able to tell the difference between the Rev A and Rev B. I'd suggest just getting the V2 shield and trying that out before spending any more money. I'm satisfied flying one of my Solos with the Rev A and cardboard mod.