Got my Spektrum Dx8 bound to the receiver and the channels seems to be hooked up appropriately, but I cant configure it on the mission planner software. The green bars dont move at all. The APM is powered and connected via the usb. I tried a different transmitter/receiver (E sky) and the green bars would move, but its a helicopter setup that I cant change so it doesnt behave properly. Im new to Quadcopters and all things RC so maybe Im missing something obvious, but any help would be much appreciated.
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I have seen this satellite issue with several receivers. The first time I saw it, I assumed that the receiver was bad, but saw the same issue with multiple receivers. Here is what I observed and my assumptions.
1. I connected an AR7000 to battery and servo, it would bind, but not move the servo.
2. I connected the receiver to the satellite, battery and servo. It worked fine.
3. I disconnected the satellite (while receiver still powered) and it worked fine.
I had the same results with an AR8000 so I assumed it was normal to operate this way.
My assumption is that the receiver must have a satellite to operate initially, but if the satellite fails it will continue to operate. This insures that both the receiver and satellite are operational before you take off.
It provides a safety feature.
Hello Jake K, I suspect you would've overcome your initial issues & you've moved on to having a great experience in RC. I'm a newbie into this wonderful hobby & I bought a UAV. My story is a bit long so let me cut to the chase, I need to connect my AR9020 receiver to the APM can you kindly send me a picture of your connection? I would really be very glad 'cos I don't want to damage any of the devices. Thank you