Connecting RX and APM - Quadcopter - Discussions

Hi guys,

I've almost completed the build of my quad copter - after going through the existing forum topics I still have a couple of questions. Sorry if they are very simple.

1. Connecting the RX and APM to a power source. What is the best way to do this? Also, aside from tape, how are people connecting the RX to the frame? I ended up getting some nylon screws for the APM just for security.

2. Connecting the RX to the APM. I bought the kit from the store and I assumed that all the connections would be included - but I don't seem to have them. Do I just need to purchase them? Ie, http://store.diydrones.com/Servo_Jumper_Female_double_sided_p/pr-0003-03-10cm.htm.

The model of the radio is a Spektrum DX8 and I have the APM 2.5 Board.

Many thanks in advance,

David.

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Andy Theimer October 29, 2012 at 4:26pm

Here's the cable I used, yes it did not come with my 3dr kit either:

https://store.diydrones.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CA-0001-11

Also, I decided to pre-empt any more waiting and bought a few of these:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004G4XRY2/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00

Dirt cheap and figured with all those jumpers they'll be handy for playing around.

As for mounting the receiver, I've got mine attached via a rubber band and a twisty tie for the time being. I couldn't resist uploading my glue-stick sonar mount as well..

How are you mounting your battery? The velcro doesn't seem to work very well and I've read countless posts saying to NOT rely on it.
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David Anders October 28, 2012 at 3:49am

Sorry to keep replying to my own posts, but I suspect that I have worked this out through this link - http://code.google.com/p/arducopter/wiki/APM2RC.

But I would appreciate it if someone could please confirm.

I note though "Just connect your RC receiver to the Input side (using the special cables that came with your quadcopter kit, or just any female-to-female cables)."

It appears that I didn't receive these cables with the kit. Should they still be shipping with kits nowadays?
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David Anders October 28, 2012 at 3:09am

Also, there are two cables (2 wire [red and black]and 4 wire [multi colour]) coming from the PDB. Where should they be attached?