Just got my hands on a new V2 LaForge Module. I have been using the old V1 version for a little while and have been very happy with it. but since I was offered a pretty good deal on this on the new one I decided why not upgrade. so here are the differences between the V1 and V2.
the V1 uses a scroll wheel while the V2 has the little buttons. 
the menu is pretty much the same except the "scan" option is now called the "spectate" this option allows you to "spectate" on other pilots fpv channel and will automatically switch to the strongest signal  that is in use. you can now use the channel buttons on the goggles to switch channels on the module. but there is a limitation to this. by default the fatshark goggles are only designed to cycle through the channels on a single band, which has only 8 channels. so in turn it will only give a range of 8 channels if using the channel buttons on the goggles, if you want to go pass that then you will still have to switch channels by pushing the buttons on the module. also the new V2 module comes with a metal screen protector covering the OLED. which I think is nice add on. all in all the V2 and V1 are very much the same other than a few minor improvements. is it worth going from the V1 to the V2? in my honest opinion "no". but if you're looking for a good module with diversity then I would highly recommend the LaForge. as far as the battery consumption I haven't had any issues with the V1. I've probably flown 10-12 packs and still have about 2 bars on my fatshark battery pack. as for the V2, it's to early for me to tell but will update in a few days.

What firmware version are you running on the V1's? I guess the V1 can also have spectate mode if updated to V1.6. I run the Realacc RX5808 with laforge Firmware V1.6 and I got the spectate option

(19-Sep-2016, 07:13 AM)oyvinla Wrote: What firmware version are you running on the V1's? I guess the V1 can also have spectate mode if updated to V1.6. I run the Realacc RX5808 with laforge Firmware V1.6 and I got the spectate option

I'm running 1.5 firmware. which has "scan mode" and works the same as "spectate"

How much of a difference do these modules make?

I think they are considerably better than the standard nextwave module. I can see if I can make a quick video comparison like the one I did with the aomway vs dys antenna

(19-Sep-2016, 07:19 PM)HamsterFPV Wrote: How much of a difference do these modules make?

they are a great upgrade for your fatsharks. just the receiver module by itself will give you a noticeable difference, add the diversity module and you're set. I've gone around buildings with very little break up. plus it'll add extra features to your goggles.

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(19-Sep-2016, 07:49 PM)oyvinla Wrote: I think they are considerably better than the standard nextwave module. I can see if I can make a quick video comparison like the one I did with the aomway vs dys antenna

for some the dvr on my goggles don't come in as clear. the recordings have a lot of break up in the video.

(19-Sep-2016, 10:34 PM)JimmyLe813 Wrote: they are a great upgrade for your fatsharks. just the receiver module by itself will give you a noticeable difference, add the diversity module and you're set. I've gone around buildings with very little break up. plus it'll add extra features to your goggles.

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for some the dvr on my goggles don't come in as clear. the recordings have a lot of break up in the video.

Thanks, it's an upgrade I am definitely looking into at the moment because of where I fly.

An not to mention how much easier it is to change channels with it. No more hassle if you want to look at a friend flying. Just that feature is almost worth the upgrade imo

(19-Sep-2016, 07:49 PM)oyvinla Wrote: I think they are considerably better than the standard nextwave module. I can see if I can make a quick video comparison like the one I did with the aomway vs dys antenna

Any actual proof? NexWave modules have proven to be very solid performers.
If you're not interested in running diversity, the only feature these fancy new modules can provide you is the spectrum analyzer which also allows channel auto-scan. And significantly decreased battery time.

(20-Sep-2016, 07:56 AM)Andrey Mironov Wrote: Any actual proof? NexWave modules have proven to be very solid performers.
If you're not interested in running diversity, the only feature these fancy new modules can provide you is the spectrum analyzer which also allows channel auto-scan. And significantly decreased battery time.

That was why I said "I think the are better" . I will try to do a quick test between nextwave and the realacc RX5808 (I assume that this is the same as the laforge since I'm running laforge FW on it, I could be wrong but I like to make assumptions ).

It is not so power hungry if you run just the single module without diversity, but with, it drains your batteries. I managed to get 12 packs of flying before the battery was empty with diversity. Without I could fly all my 16 packs and still have power left. It is about the same as the nextwave from my experience.

But just the abbility to easily change between channels are worth it IMO. If you want to look at someone else flying, you don't have to take of the antenna, take off the hatch, change dip switches, put the hatch back on, mount the antenna and then change channel just to find it was the wrong band and you have to do it all over again. And again when you want to go back to your channel

Andrey, you make a good point. Nexwave modules have been proven to be rock solid. and will get the job done for beginners and experienced pilots. but switching to these new modules does have it's advantages. the obvious would be diversity. the less obvious would be like oyvinla pointed out, being able to switch bands without having to change any dip switches. also the OLED display, it displays the band and channel that you're on, and also the frequency that the band and channel uses. I don't really use the spectrum aneliyzer much but do see where it could be useful if your flying around places that have wifi, or around other people you can use it to find a channel that is not going to get a lot of interference. I haven't had any issues with battery drain, I use the Fatshark battery but I always make sure it's fully charged before I go out. but I don't ever use the DVR function on my goggles but I would imagine if I did it would probably drain my battery. running these modules is going to use more power because of the display, and the diversity. but it hasn't been significantly noticeable to me. in my opinion if you're in an open field and just flying around in front of you then the nexwave module is all you're going to need. but if you're going to be flying all over the place, behind you, around trees, or other objects then these diversity modules are good to have. not a must have, but better.

(20-Sep-2016, 01:27 PM)JimmyLe813 Wrote: Andrey, you make a good point. Nexwave modules have been proven to be rock solid. and will get the job done for beginners and experienced pilots. but switching to these new modules does have it's advantages. the obvious would be diversity. the less obvious would be like oyvinla pointed out, being able to switch bands without having to change any dip switches. also the OLED display, it displays the band and channel that you're on, and also the frequency that the band and channel uses. I don't really use the spectrum aneliyzer much but do see where it could be useful if your flying around places that have wifi, or around other people you can use it to find a channel that is not going to get a lot of interference. I haven't had any issues with battery drain, I use the Fatshark battery but I always make sure it's fully charged before I go out. but I don't ever use the DVR function on my goggles but I would imagine if I did it would probably drain my battery. running these modules is going to use more power because of the display, and the diversity. but it hasn't been significantly noticeable to me. in my opinion if you're in an open field and just flying around in front of you then the nexwave module is all you're going to need. but if you're going to be flying all over the place, behind you, around trees, or other objects then these diversity modules are good to have. not a must have, but better.

The reason I want it is because of the autoscan feature so it locks onto my quad's signal without any changes of switches. Also I very rarely fly in an open area, I am usually surrounded by trees or other objects.

one thing you should know about the scan function on the LaForge module, it will continuosly scan and switch to what ever stronger signal it is picking up. for example you scan and find your channel, and it stops. you're flying around and all of a sudden someone flies by you, it will switch to their channel if the signal is stronger. therefor after you scan and find your channel, you need to switch it into manual mode so that the module will stay locked on to your channe.

(20-Sep-2016, 02:35 PM)JimmyLe813 Wrote: one thing you should know about the scan function on the LaForge module, it will continuosly scan and switch to what ever stronger signal it is picking up. for example you scan and find your channel, and it stops. you're flying around and all of a sudden someone flies by you, it will switch to their channel if the signal is stronger. therefor after you scan and find your channel, you need to switch it into manual mode so that the module will stay locked on to your channe.

Oh, I didn't know. Luckily I haven't had that happening to me yet. Thanks for the heads up!

(20-Sep-2016, 02:35 PM)JimmyLe813 Wrote: one thing you should know about the scan function on the LaForge module, it will continuosly scan and switch to what ever stronger signal it is picking up. for example you scan and find your channel, and it stops. you're flying around and all of a sudden someone flies by you, it will switch to their channel if the signal is stronger. therefor after you scan and find your channel, you need to switch it into manual mode so that the module will stay locked on to your channe.

Good to know, thank you. I usually fly with a friend so I wouldn't want that happening.