430Mhz for RC control
Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2015 8:50 pm
Hi all!
Thought I would pose the question about the total minefield that is RC FPV.
Now from my reading a lot of the control and video frequencies used fall into or need to be covered by some sort of amateur license. But the web/forums digs up a lot of arm chair experts from all over the world so it's hard to get a straight answer (preferably with proof).
Personally I'm looking at using this RC transmitter which frequency hops through 431-438Mhz at 200/500mW. They also have a 459Mhz version available which is apparently legal without a license in the UK (what about Aus?).
Now I do see that 420-450Mhz is allocated to hams so it clearly falls within the need for a license. But would a foundation license cover that?
And most entry level video transmitter gear is 5.8Ghz ranging from 200mW up past 1W of power (although that's overkill), what is the limit on power output? Antenna gain would be another issue as well.
Oh and with video I'm guessing you'll need to broadcast your station name, but that can't be done with the RC control link as its just data.
Thought I would pose the question about the total minefield that is RC FPV.
Now from my reading a lot of the control and video frequencies used fall into or need to be covered by some sort of amateur license. But the web/forums digs up a lot of arm chair experts from all over the world so it's hard to get a straight answer (preferably with proof).
Personally I'm looking at using this RC transmitter which frequency hops through 431-438Mhz at 200/500mW. They also have a 459Mhz version available which is apparently legal without a license in the UK (what about Aus?).
Now I do see that 420-450Mhz is allocated to hams so it clearly falls within the need for a license. But would a foundation license cover that?
And most entry level video transmitter gear is 5.8Ghz ranging from 200mW up past 1W of power (although that's overkill), what is the limit on power output? Antenna gain would be another issue as well.
Oh and with video I'm guessing you'll need to broadcast your station name, but that can't be done with the RC control link as its just data.