Using Autel explorer app vs using controller by itself

[davshev]

Does anyone have any thoughts about the differences, advantages/disadvantages between using the Explorer app vs using the controller by itself? I've been using the app for over a year, but I've never really used the controller by itself. I'm going to assume that the app has more features?

 

[Brock Inspector]

It's actually pretty useful when you're flying VLOS and under manual control. There are of course no Intelligent Flight modes like tracking available without a phone or tablet and Explorer. While you'll also want and need Explorer to set the fine-tuning of flight characteristics (for instance EXP curves, and Sensitivity) once you've done so, they're stored in the AE2 itself, so they work with just the controller. The built-in FPV screen is small, but bright. With a little foam protector I carved out, the controller fits in the outside pocket of a small DSLR bag with the drone in the main compartment (the LowePro bag is a hip pack).

 

[davshev]

It's actually pretty useful when you're flying VLOS and under manual control. There are of course no Intelligent Flight modes like tracking available without a phone or tablet and Explorer. While you'll also want and need Explorer to set the fine-tuning of flight characteristics (for instance EXP curves, and Sensitivity) once you've done so, they're stored in the AE2 itself, so they work with just the controller. The built-in FPV screen is small, but bright. With a little foam protector I carved out, the controller fits in the outside pocket of a small DSLR bag with the drone in the main compartment (the LowePro bag is a hip pack).

Good to know. Thanks.

 

[UasDriver]

been flying controller only since I got my EVO 2+ years ago, never a problem, video and stills are as expected, very good. It's simple, no complications with the extra tech to worry about or get distracted from. Never once thought "wow, I need a smart thing" to make this better
1mans opinion

 

[Brock Inspector]

UasDriver, have you never adjusted the EXP curves, Sensitivity, or Braking?

 

[UasDriver]

nope, just tweaked on the EV value. -2 and an #8 filter. here's a typical shot

 

[mixchief]

nope, just tweaked on the EV value. -2 and an #8 filter. here's a typical shotView attachment 14393

You are shooting blind?

 

[Brock Inspector]

Screen may be small, but there is toggle button to switch into camera view mode using just the Standard Controller--no smartphone needed

 

[CW3Drones]

I actually fly using both as the situation dictates. Being able to shoot Panorama, and Hyperlapse are very cool, and occasionally I will use the Smart Orbit or Orbit functions as well. I don't notice any real difference when using Dual Stability, but I do like being able to quickly swipe and adjust my camera settings.
As you can tell - everyone has their own pros and cons.

 

[mixchief]

Screen may be small, but there is a camera view mode to toggle into with the Standard Controller, sans smartphone

Sorry I’m trippin

 

[GLEvideo]

I actually fly using both as the situation dictates. Being able to shoot Panorama, and Hyperlapse are very cool, and occasionally I will use the Smart Orbit or Orbit functions as well. I don't notice any real difference when using Dual Stability, but I do like being able to quickly swipe and adjust my camera settings.
As you can tell - everyone has their own pros and cons.
View attachment 14417

What APP is this screen shot from? My explorer APP for EVO 1 doesn't have all this.

 

[UasDriver]

EVO 1

EVO II I believe

 

[Tobimashou]

Does anyone have any thoughts about the differences, advantages/disadvantages between using the Explorer app vs using the controller by itself? I've been using the app for over a year, but I've never really used the controller by itself. I'm going to assume that the app has more features?

Saturday my phone's battery discharged super fast while I was using Explorer and having great fun flying over a closed and empty work site. It shut itself off mid-flight so I unplugged it, changed the view on the RC and brought my drone home using only the RC. After confirming the phone was dead, I relaunched and continued the fun time using the RC only. It was my first time to use RC only so the bottom line is that it was a life saver....ok, a drone saver. Just wish I'd played around with RC only a few times to better use its features.