View source for DIY:ZMR250

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== {{icon24|notebook}} Information ==
This is the build log for my ZMR250 Cloneout Quadcopter. This is the first multirotor I have ever attempted to build and as such it will be documented and treated as a learning experience. All of the information contained here-in has been gathered and processed into the information you see here.
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* RC Groups : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2180331 ZMR 250 (Blackout Clone)]
* RC Groups : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2234203 PDB for ZMR 250 Mystery Carbon Fiber Frame]
* RC Groups : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1914834 FrSky Taranis "Howto" Thread]
* RC Groups : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2178865 FrSky Taranis with OpenTX 2.0 and Beyond]
* RC Groups : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1653753 Afroflight Naze32 Setup Guide for Dummies]
* RC Groups : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1384449 Get Your Technician's License. It's Easy. Here's Why And How.]
* RC Groups : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2180080 DYS BE1806 2300KV - Thrust Tests]
* NazeWiki : [http://www.netraam.eu/nazewiki/pmwiki.php?n=Howto.FrskyTelemetry Naze Wiki Howto FrSky Telemetry]
* Firmware : [http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2249574 Cleanflight]
* Firmware : [https://code.google.com/p/multiwii-osd/ MultiWii OSD]
* Calibration : [http://fpv-forum.com/index.php?topic=3883.msg25805#msg25805 MultiWii OSD] | [https://drive.google.com/a/kyau.org/file/d/0B2MInRUrbpWxUjdmdXJIWkRZY0k/view MWOSD + Cleanflight]
* PID Tuning: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1GWtlRk45Q&t=2036 Flite Test {{!}} Naze 32 Board Setup] (@33:56)
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== {{icon24|box-label}} Parts List ==
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|transmitter}} Radio Transmitter (Tx)</h5>
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{{purchase|name=FrSky Taranis - 16 Channel, Full Telemetry Transmitter|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=61356|price=172.25|date=2014/08/15}}
{{purchase|name=OrangeRX DSMX/DSM2 2.4Ghz Transmitter Module (JR/Turnigy compatible)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=24656|price=29.99|date=2014/10/13}}
{{purchase|name=HawkEYE DTF UHF OpenLRS Deluxe Transmitter Module Starter Kit|shop=HobbiesFLY|url=http://www.hobbiesfly.com/transmitter-receiver/dtf-uhf-openlrs-deluxe-transmitter-jr-module-starter-kit.html|price=79.95}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|transmitter}} Radio Receiver (Rx)</h5>
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{{purchase|name=FrSky D8R-XP 2.4Ghz 8CH Receiver (w/telemetry)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=62641|price=27.23|date=2014/08/15}}
{{purchase|name=FrSky D4R-II 4ch 2.4Ghz ACCST Receiver (w/telemetry)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=24788|price=18.71|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=FrSky USB Cable|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__16665__FrSky_USB_Cable.html|price=7.74|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=HawkEYE DTF UHF MiniRX Long Range Receiver|shop=HobbiesFLY|url=http://www.hobbiesfly.com/dtf-uhf-minirx-long-range-receiver.html|price=45.95}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|asterisk-yellow}} Radio Accessories</h5>
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{{purchase|name=FrSky AC/DC Charge Adapter US Version|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=55213|price=6.95|date=2014/08/15}}
{{purchase|name=Alloy Anti-Slip TX Control Sticks Long (Red)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=23763|price=1.99|date=2014/08/15}}
{{purchase|name=Alloy Anti-Slip TX Control Sticks Short (Red)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=23762|price=1.89|date=2014/08/15}}
{{purchase|name=USB Simulator Cable All in One|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=20964|price=8.99|date=2014/08/15}}
{{purchase|name=3ft USB 2.0 A Male to Mini-B 5pin Male 28/24AWG Cable w/ Ferrite Core (Gold Plated)|shop=Monoprice|url=http://www.monoprice.com/Product?p_id=5447|price=1.17|date=2014/10/14}}
{{purchase|name=CNC Metal Transmitter Stand, JR & Futaba|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=71927|price=5.48|date=2015/02/15}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{Icon|battery-charge}} Battery Charger</h5>
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{{purchase|name=Turnigy Accucel-6 50W 6A Balancer/Charger w/ Accessories|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=18066|price=24.10|date=2014/08/15}}
{{purchase|name=Lithium Polymer Charge Pack 25x33cm JUMBO Sack|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=4364|price=2.94|date=2014/10/13}}
{{purchase|name=HobbyKing Power Supply 100~240v 5A|shop=HobbyKing|url=https://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=11758|price=9.49|date=2014/08/15}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|briefcase}} Case & Ground Station Accessories</h5>
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{{purchase|name=Condition 1 Watertight 100801 Hard Case (Black)|shop=B&H|url=http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/888735-REG/ROYAL_CASE_100801_C1_Watertight_Carrying_Case.html|price=73.99|date=2015/05/20}}
{{purchase|name=Turnigy Transmitter Bag / Carrying Case|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=67093|price=12.50|date=2015/02/15}}
{{purchase|name=Folding Bag Chair (Blue)|shop=Home Depot|url=http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-Folding-Bag-Chair-5600276/204624719|price=7.88|date=2015/05/18}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|layer-vector}} Frame</h5>
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{{purchase|name=H250 ZMR250 Carbon Fiber Mini Quadcopter Frame Kit<ref>{{cite web|title=new c250 mini h carbon fiber frame (blackout clone ?)|url=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2180331|publisher=RCGroups.com|accessdate=August 10, 2014}}</ref>|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/H250-ZMR250-250mm-Carbon-Fiber-Mini-Quadcopter-Multicopter-Frame-Kit-p-933185.html|price=35.29|date=2014/08/29}}
{{purchase|name=PDB for ZMR 250 Mystery Clone|shop=RCGroups.com|url=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2234203|price=17.54|date=2014/08/29}}
{{purchase|name=30mm M3 Black Female/Female Nylon Standoffs, 10-pack|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/colored-nylon-/306-30mm-m3-black-femalefemale-nylon-standoffs-10-pieces-.html|price=4.00|date=2015/02/18}}
{{purchase|name=10mm M3 Black Male/Female Nylon Standoffs, 10-pack|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/colored-nylon-/375-10mm-m3-black-malefemale-nylon-standoffs-10-pieces-.html|price=2.50|date=2015/02/18}}
{{purchase|name=M3 x 12mm Black Nylon Screws, 10-pack|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/colored-nylon-/394-m3x12mm-black-nylon-screws-10-pieces.html|quantity=4|price=1.75|date=2015/02/07}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|processor-bit-032}} Flight Controller</h5>
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{{purchase|name=AfroFlight Naze32 Acro FunFly Controller - Soldered version (Vertical Pin)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=68630|price=29.99|date=2015/01/06}}
{{purchase|name=Piezo Buzzer|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/miscellaneous/397-piezo-buzzer-kk2.html|price=2.00|date=2015/02/16}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|gear}} Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)</h5>
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{{purchase|name=Afro ESC 12Amp Ultra Lite Multi-rotor Motor Speed Controller (SimonK Firmware) Version 3|quantity=4|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=55241|price=9.99|date=2015/01/06}}
{{purchase|name=Afro ESC USB Programming Tool|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=48057|price=7.57|date=2015/05/20}}
{{purchase|name=Mini 3A DC-DC (buck) Converter Adjustable Step Down Switching Regulator|shop=MultiRotorMania|url=http://multirotormania.com/becregulator/449-mini-3a-dc-dc-buck-converter-adjustable-step-down-switching-regulator.html|price=5.00|date=2015/05/31}}
{{purchase|name=DYS SN20A Mini 20A SimonK ESC OPTO 2-4S 20-500Hz|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/DYS-SN20A-Mini-20A-SimonK-ESC-OPTO-2-4S-20-500Hz-for-Multicopters-p-974637.html|price=11.06|quantity=6}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|battery}} Batteries</h5>
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{{purchase|name=Turnigy nano-tech 1300mah 3S 25~50C Lipo Pack|quantity=1|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=59112|price=10.86|date=2015/02/15}} <div style="padding-left:20px;font-style:italic;display:inline;position:relative;top:-10px;color:#aa0000">* Purchased for FPV gear</div>
{{purchase|name=Turnigy nano-tech 1300mah 3S 45~90C Lipo Pack|quantity=4|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__59109__Turnigy_nano_tech_1300mAh_3S_45_90C_Lipo_Pack_AR_Warehouse_.html|price=13.45|date=2015/01/07}}
{{purchase|name=Turnigy nano-tech 1500mah 3S 35~70C Lipo Pack|quantity=4|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=39489|price=16.45|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=XT60 Male w/ 12AWG Silicon Wire 10cm (5pcs/bag)|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=42535|price=6.89|date=2015/01/06}}
{{purchase|name=Battery Strap 20x200mm - Blue|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/colored-battery-straps/479-battery-strap-20x200mm-blue.html|quantity=2|price=2.00|date=2015/02/16}}
{{purchase|name=Turnigy Battery Strap 330mm|quantity=2|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=37782|price=1.75|date=2014/10/13}}
{{purchase|name=On-Board Lipoly Low Voltage Alarm 2s~3s|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=41185|price=2.17|date=2014/10/13}}
{{purchase|name=HobbyKing Cell Checker with Low Voltage Alarm (2S-8S)|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=67120|price=3.78|date=2015/02/15}}
{{purchase|name=Low Voltage Alarm|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/miscellaneous/373-low-voltage-alarm.html|price=3.75|date=2015/02/21}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|motor}} Motors</h5>
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{{purchase|name=DYS BE1806 2300KV Brushless Motor|quantity=4|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/DYS-BE1806-2300KV-Brushless-Motor-2-3S-For-Mini-Multicopters-p-933192.html|price=9.79|date=2014/08/29}}
{{purchase|name=DYS BE1806 2300KV Brushless Motor - Black Edition|shop=Banggood (US)|url=http://www.banggood.com/DYS-BE1806-2300KV-Brushless-Motor-Black-Edition-for-Multicopters-p-946416.html|price=12.69}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|prop}} Propellers</h5>
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{{purchase|name=HQProp 5x4.5 Orange Bullnose x2 (Normal)|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/props/669-5x45-orange-bullnose-hqprop-x2-normal.html|price=2.70|date=2015/05/13}}
{{purchase|name=HQProp 5x4.5 Orange Bullnose x2 (Reverse)|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/props/668-5x45r-orange-bullnose-hqprop-x2-reverse.html|price=2.70|date=2015/05/13}}
{{purchase|name=HQProp 5x3 Black x2 (Normal)|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/props/326-5x3-black-hqprop-x2-normal.html|price=2.40|date=2015/02/18}}
{{purchase|name=HQProp 5x3 Black x2 (Reverse)|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/props/327-5x3r-black-hqprop-x2-reverse.html|price=2.40|date=2015/02/18}}
{{purchase|name=HQProp 5x3 Green x2 (Normal)|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/props/330-5x3-green-hqprop-x2-normal.html|price=2.40|date=2015/02/18}}
{{purchase|name=HQProp 5x3 Green x2 (Reverse)|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/props/331-5x3r-green-hqprop-x2-reverse.html|price=2.40|date=2015/02/18}}
{{purchase|name=Gemfan 5x3 Inch Plastic 5030 Propeller CW/CCW For 240 250 Frame|quantity=5|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/5x3-Inch-Plastic-5030-Propeller-CWCCW-For-240-250-Frame-p-937866.html|price=2.72|date=2014/08/29}}
{{purchase|name=Gemfan 5x4 Inch Plastic 5040 Propeller CW/CCW For QAV250|quantity=4|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/Gemfan-5x4-5040-Propellers-CWCCW-For-QAV250-Black-Green-p-946065.html|price=2.64|date=2015/02/21}}
{{purchase|name=Simple Prop Balancer|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=55640|price=1.58|date=2015/01/07}}
{{purchase|name=Black M4 Nylon Lock Nuts, 6-pack|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/anodized-hardware/569-black-m4-nylon-lock-nuts-x-6.html|price=2.25|date=2015/02/16}}
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|surveillance-camera}} Video Recording & FPV</h5>
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{{purchase|name=Mobius HD Action Camera|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/Mobius-Full-HD-Sports-Camera-1080P-30FPS-720P-60FPS-For-Multirotor-p-90648.html|price=75.99|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=Boscam FPV 5.8G 8CH 200mW AV Wireless Receiver RC305|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/FPV-5_8G-8CH-200mW-AV-Wireless-Receiver-RC305-p-73203.html|price=19.99|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=Boscam FPV 5.8G 200mW AV Wireless Transmitter TS351|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/FPV-5_8G-200mW-AV-Wireless-Transmitter-TS351-p-73198.html|price=19.99|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=600TVL SONY SUPER HAD CCD D-WDR Color Board Camera OSD Menu DNR-US|shop=SurveilZone|url=http://www.surveilzone.com/plastic-case-sony-super-had-ccd-600tvl-super-mini-fpv-camera-2.1mm-lens-hs1178|price=37.00|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=MinimOSD, Right Angle Soldered|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/osd/383-minimosd.html|price=14.00|date=2015/02/07}}
{{purchase|name=ImmersionRC 5.8 GHz SpiroNET Omni RP-SMA Antenna Set (RHCP)|shop=Ready Made RC|url=http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=88&products_id=1539|price=27.99|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=Quanum DIY FPV Goggle Set with Monitor (KIT)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=53706|price=26.99|date=2015/02/05}}
{{purchase|name=FTDI Programmer|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://multirotormania.com/programmers/315-ftdi-programmer.html|price=5.50|date=2015/02/18}}
{{purchase|name=RP-SMA Male to RP-SMA Female Coaxial RF Extension Cable RG316 4in|shop=ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-x-RP-SMA-MALE-to-RP-SMA-Female-Coaxial-RF-Extension-Cable-RG316-2in-10feet-/131257350837?var=430535630091|price=7.04|date=2015/02/06}}
{{purchase|name=100g Rubber Vibration Isolation Balls 7mm, 2-pack|shop=MultiRotor Mania|quantity=4|url=http://multirotormania.com/parts/611-rubber-vibration-isolation-balls-7mm-x-2.html|price=1.25|date=2015/02/21}}
{{purchase|name=200g Rubber Vibration Isolation Balls 10mm - Blue, 2-pack|shop=MultiRotor Mania|quantity=4|url=http://multirotormania.com/parts/614-200g-rubber-vibration-isolation-balls-10mm-x-2-blue.html|price=2.00|date=2015/02/16}}
{{purchase|name=FR632 Diversity 5.8GHz 32ch Auto Scan LCD A/V Receiver|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=66191|price=55.86}}
{{purchase|name=HawkEYE Mini 5.8GHz 200mW 32ch Wireless A/V Transmitter|shop=HobbiesFLY|url=http://www.hobbiesfly.com/fpv-equipment/video-tx-rx/hawkeye-mini-5-8ghz-200mw-32ch-wireless-a-v-transmitter-tx.html|price=30.95}}
{{purchase|name=ImmersionRC 5.8GHz Circular Polarized SpiroNet Atenna V2 (RHCP SMA)|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=49826|price=39.99}}
{{purchase|name=Mini D1 1ch SDCard 7-16V DVR|shop=Foxtech Hobby|url=http://www.foxtechfpv.com/mini-d1-quality-sd-card-video-recorder-cased-p-533.html|price=65.99}}
</div></div>

<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|asterisk-yellow}} Other</h5>
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{{purchase|name=M3 Female x M3 Female 35mm Black Nylon Hex Standoff, 10-pack|quantity=2|shop=Ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-Pcs-Black-Nylon-Standoff-Spacer-M3-Female-x-M3-Female-35mm-/291094121048|price=3.60|date=2014/10/11}}
{{purchase|name=M3 Female x M3 Female 10mm Black Nylon Hex Standoff, 25-pack|shop=Ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/25-Pcs-Black-Nylon-Standoff-Spacer-M3-Female-x-M3-Female-10mm-/351095515007|price=3.80|date=2014/10/11}}
{{purchase|name=M3 Male x M3 Female 6mm Black Nylon Hex Standoff, 25-pack|shop=Ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/25-Pcs-Black-Nylon-Standoff-Spacer-M3-Male-x-M3-Female-6mm-/350871970387|price=3.50|date=2014/10/11}}

{{purchase|name=M3 x 6mm Black Nylon Philips Head Screw, 25-pack|shop=Ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/25-Pcs-Black-Nylon-Philips-Head-Screw-M3-x-6mm-/350892784472|price=3.40|date=2014/10/11}}
{{purchase|name=M2 x 8mm Stainless Steel Philips Head Screw, 50-pack|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/50pcs-M2x8mm-Philips-Head-Screw-304-Stainless-Steel-Screw-p-934507.html|price=1.09|date=2014/08/29}}
{{purchase|name=M3 x 12mm Black Nylon Pan Head Screw, 100-pack|shop=Ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/181505969544|price=3.99|date=2015/03/09}}
{{purchase|name=M3 x 12mm Steel Hex Head Screw, 50-pack|shop=Ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/291058122259|price=4.90|date=2015/05/15}}
{{purchase|name=M3 Black Nylon Washer (3mm x 8mm x 1mm), 50-pack|shop=Ebay|url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/291152954625|price=2.90|date=2015/05/15}}

{{purchase|name=3 Pin 20cm 2.54mm Jumper Wire Cables DuPont Line For Arduino, 5-pack|quantity=2|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/5-Pcs-3-Pin-20cm-2_54mm-Jumper-Wire-Cables-DuPont-Line-For-Arduino-p-914009.html|price=1.56|date=2014/08/29}}

{{purchase|name=3.2mm Polyolefin 3:1 Heat Shrink Tubing Tube Sleeve Wrap|quantity=2|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-3_2mm-Polyolefin-31-Heat-Shrink-Tubing-Tube-Sleeve-Sleeving-Wrap-1_6ft-p-47066.html|price=1.00|date=2015/01/06}}
{{purchase|name=6.4mm Adhesive Polyolefin 3:1 Heat Shrink Tube Sleeve Wrap 1.6ft|quantity=2|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-6_4mm-Adhesive-Polyolefin-31-Heat-Shrink-Tubing-Tube-Sleeve-Sleeving-Wrap-1_6ft-p-47095.html|price=1.13|date=2015/01/06}}
{{purchase|name=7.9mm Polyolefin 3:1 Heat Shrink Tubing Tube Sleeve Wrap|quantity=2|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-516-Inch-Polyolefin-31-Heat-Shrink-Tubing-Tube-Sleeve-Sleeving-Wrap-1_6ft-p-47094.html|price=1.60|date=2015/01/06}}

{{purchase|name=4mm Braided Expandable Auto Wire Cable Sleeving High Density Sheathing (2M)|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/4mm-Braided-Expandable-Auto-Wire-Cable-Sleeving-High-Density-Sheathing-p-934355.html|price=1.38|date=2015/01/06}}
{{purchase|name=8mm Braided Wire Cable Gland Expandable Sleeving High Density Sheathing (2M)|shop=Banggood|url=http://www.banggood.com/Braided-Wire-Cable-Gland-Expandable-Sleeving-High-Density-Sheathing-p-934696.html|price=1.50|date=2015/01/06}}
{{purchase|name=HK-171 Thread Locker & Sealant Medium Strength (Blue)|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=16433|price=5.13|date=2015/01/07}}
</div></div>

== {{icon24|receipt-text}} Build Log ==
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|exclamation-diamond-frame}} Pre-build Checklist</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* First pull everything out and make sure you have all the parts necessary.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/prebuild-1.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/prebuild-1.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Then check the frame and PDB to make sure you have all the parts necessary, you might also want to select which of the two bottom plates you are actually going to use as one will be replaced by the PDB.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/prebuild-2.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/prebuild-2.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
</div></div>

<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|motor}} Motors</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* Unbox all of the motors and separate the long vs. short screws.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/motors-1.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/motors-1.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Install the propeller shaft adapters onto each motor using four short screws per motor.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/motors-2.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/motors-2.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Finally assemble the motors to the carbon fiber arms. Use 2 long screws and 1 short screw for each motor (unless you want to use a dremel on the arm holes to accommodate all four, however this it is entirely optional) using loctite blue as a sealant. To determine which holes get the long vs short screws look inside the motor where the screw punctures through into the motor shaft you will see the motor lead wires in there as well. If the screw hole is directly above the motor leads you have to use a short screw as in using a long screw you would short out the motor leads.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/motors-3.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/motors-3.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
</div></div>

<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|battery}} Battery</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* Plug in your soldering iron (medium tip) to get it readyfor the battery connector.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/battery-1.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/battery-1.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* While waiting for the soldering iron, start charging one of the batteries that was bought for the quad. Remember to charge using the balance mode!<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/battery-2.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/battery-2.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Cut down to size (eventually shortened the wire to about 1.5" long, not shown in picture) and then solder the connector to the PDB board.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/battery-3.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/battery-3.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
</div></div>

<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|gear}} Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* Plug your soldering iron back in, this time with a fine point tip.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-1.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-1.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Now to get started on the ESCs, pull them all out of their packaging and strip the sticker and current heat shrink off of all four of them.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-2.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-2.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Desolder all of the motor leads on all four ESCs.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-3.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-3.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Cut the motor leads to length for placement of ESCs at the midway point on the arms. Solder the ESCs to the motors.<br/><span style="color:#aa0000;">Note: Remember to connect two motors in a '1:1 / 2:2 / 3:3' configuration and the other two motors in a '1:1 / 2:3 / 3:2' configuration.</span><br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-4a.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-4a.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-4b.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-4b.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Next we need to test the motors, for this use the original ESC leads that we de-soldered previously and solder two of them to one of the spare JST60 battery connectors to act as a wire harness so that we can spin up the motors with just the connector, a receiver, and a transmitter. Mark which direction each motor spins so that we can make sure to have two CW (clock-wise) and two CCW (counter clock-wise) motors. If this is not the case then go back and re-solder what ever is needed.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-5.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-5.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Finally use heat shrink to protect the ESCs from the conductive carbon fiber arms.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-6.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/esc-6.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
</div></div>

<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|layer-vector}} Overcraft Power Distribution Board</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* First we will need to solder two separate servo leads, one for the vbat and the other for the buzzer. Make sure to cut them to length before you solder them.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-1.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-1.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Mount the flight controller onto the PCB using the nylon standoffs.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-2.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-2.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Attach all of the arms and the bottom plate using only two out of the four screws on each arm for the time being. Then pre-tin the pads on the PDB to prep them for attaching the ESCs.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-3.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-3.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* I next put labels on my table to coorespond to the proper motor numbering given left is the front of my quad and right is the rear.<br/><span style="color:#aa0000;">Note: This information was obtained from page 4 in the Acro Naze32 Manual.</span> {{!}} [http://kyau.net/zmr250/files/Acro_Naze32_(rev5).pdf Acro Naze32 (rev5)]<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-4.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-4.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Cut down to length and solder all of the ESCs onto the PDB, make sure you attach them correctly (polarity).<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-5a.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-5a.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Cut the power and ground wire down to size for ESCs 2-4 leaving only the BEC from the first motor attached to provide power to the flight controller. Then connect all four of the motors to the flight controller.<br/><span style="color:#aa0000;">Note: This information was obtained from page 3 in the Naze32 Manual.</span> {{!}} [http://kyau.net/zmr250/files/Naze32_(rev3).pdf Naze32 (rev3)]<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-5b.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pdb-5b.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
</div></div>

<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|processor-bit-032}} Flight Controller</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* Install the USB Driver for the flight controller. If you lack the driver for the Naze32 you can download it [http://www.silabs.com/products/mcu/pages/usbtouartbridgevcpdrivers.aspx here].
* Make sure you have Google Chrome installed, and install the App [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/cleanflight-configurator/enacoimjcgeinfnnnpajinjgmkahmfgb?hl=en Cleanflight].
* Launch Cleanflight and then connect your flight controller to your computer via usb (with the quad powered off).<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/fc-1.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/fc-1.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Cleanflight will not auto-connect, click on the "Firmware Flasher" tab on the left.
* ''Choice #1:'' Make sure the latest firmware is chosen from the dropdown list. Click "Load Firmware [Online]".
* ''Choice #2:'' Download the latest [https://github.com/borisbstyle/betaflight/releases Betaflight] and select "Load Firmware [Local]", then choosing the firmware {{mono|.hex}} file you downloaded<br/><span style="color:#aa0000;">Note: make sure the only period in the filename is for the extension.</span>
*  Click "Flash Firmware" and Wait a few moments for your flight controller to update (you should see confirmation of completion) and then click the "Connect" button in the upper left, you should now be connected to your flight controller.
* Navigate to the "Configuration" tab and enable the features: PPM, VBAT, MOTOR_STOP, FAILSAFE & TELEMETRY according to the screenshot and then click "Save and Reboot".<br/>[http://kyau.net/zmr250/img/cleanflight/configuration.png <img src="http://kyau.net/zmr250/img/cleanflight/configuration.png" width="243" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Navigate to the "Ports" tab and setup your telemetry soft-serial port according to the screenshot and then click "Save and Reboot".<br/>[http://kyau.net/zmr250/img/cleanflight/ports.png <img src="http://kyau.net/zmr250/img/cleanflight/ports.png" width="243" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Navigate to the "Modes" tab and setup as follows:<br/>[http://kyau.net/zmr250/img/cleanflight/modes.png <img src="http://kyau.net/zmr250/img/cleanflight/modes.png" width="243" alt="" class="diy" />]
* Last navigate to the "CLI" tab and enter in the following commands:<br/>
{{code|set telemetry_inversion {{=}} ON}}

{{code|set yaw_jump_prevention_limit {{=}} 350}}

{{code|set deadband {{=}} 2}}

{{code|set yaw_deadband {{=}} 10}}
* Click "Save and Reboot".
</div></div>

<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|rocket-fly}} Pre-FPV / Maiden Flight</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* With the quad now fully working (aside from FPV gear) you can now check the battery voltage alarm by taking it on your maiden flight and running the battery down to low in a hover.<br/>[https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pre-fpv-1.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pre-fpv-1.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />][https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pre-fpv-2.jpg <img src="https://api.kyau.net/images/ZMR250/buildlog/pre-fpv-2.jpg" width="243" height="165" alt="" class="diy" />]
</div></div>

== {{icon24|box-label}} 4S Upgrade ==
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|layer-vector}} Frame</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{{purchase|name=MRM 3mm ZMR250 CF Replacement Arms x2|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://www.multirotormania.com/frame-accessories/1113-new-mrm-3mm-250-mini-100-carbon-fiber-replacement-arms-x-2.html|price=10.50|date=2015/11/30|quantity=2}}
</div></div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|processor-bit-032}} Flight Controller</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{{purchase|name=Bluetooth Module|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://www.multirotormania.com/telemetry/287-bluetooth-module-.html|price=7.50|date=2015/11/30}}
</div></div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|gear}} Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{{purchase|name=MRM Zeus 20a ESC|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://www.multirotormania.com/20-amp/1110-mrm-zeus-20-amp-esc.html|price=12.00|date=2015/11/30|quantity=4}}
{{purchase|name=MRM Zeus USB Linker|shop=MultiRotor Mania|url=http://www.multirotormania.com/programmers/1111-mrm-zeus-usb-linker.html|price=10.00|date=2015/11/30}}
</div></div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|motor}} Motors</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{{purchase|name=Cobra 2206 2100kv Brushless Motor|shop=Multirotor Superstore|url=https://www.multirotorsuperstore.com/motors/motors-by-mfg/cobra/cobra-2206-2100kv-brushless-motor.html|price=25.99|date=2015/11/20|quantity=4}}
</div></div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|battery}} Batteries</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{{purchase|name=Lumenier 4S 1800mAh 75/150c|shop=GetFPV|url=http://www.getfpv.com/batteries/flight-packs/lumenier-1800mah-4s-75c-lipo-battery.html|price=36.99|date=2015/11/30}}
</div></div>
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:65%"><h5>{{icon|surveillance-camera}} Video Recording & FPV</h5>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{{purchase|name=Quanum DIY FPV Goggles V2|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__78125__Quanum_DIY_FPV_Goggle_V2_w_5_inch_LCD_Monitor_Kit_.html|price=53.75}}
{{purchase|name=FR632 Diversity 5.8GHz 32ch Auto Scan A/V Receiver|shop=HobbyKing|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem_B.asp?idProduct=66191|price=53.07}}
{{purchase|name=ImmersionRC 5.8GHz Circular Polarized SpiroNet Antenna V2 (RHCP SMA)|shop=HobbyKing (US)|url=http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem_B.asp?idProduct=65764|price=39.95}}
{{purchase|name=Davis & Sanford EXPLORERV Vista Explorer 60" Tripod with Tripod Bag|shop=Amazon|url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000V7AF8E|price=19.99}}
</div></div>

== {{icon24|book-brown}} References ==
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