Hi,
run into a problem: unable to switch to AUTO mode after arming the motors.
for example, first set to "Stabilize", then arm the motors, now UNABLE to switch to auto mode.
Am I doing something wrong? am I missing anything? ( mine is apm3.3, have tri
Read more…Can I power a Pixhawk solely from the USB port of an onboard raspberry pi? I don't see why I couldn't considering the pi can output up to 1.2 amps from its USB port, but several sites I've read online have dismissed the notion of USB power as useless
Read more…Hi, I thought it might be a good idea to connect my Ardutracker to Mission Planner with Bluetooth, and so avoid the USB cable between them. It will e.g. be easy to put the tracker at a high tripod. I have paired my laptop and Bluetooth module connect
Read more…I am finally able to arm/disarm my copter, and all my other radio commands are reflected accurately as far as yaw, pitch, roll etc, but i have no control on the throttle of my copter. as soon as i move it past the minimum arming threshold, they are o
Read more…MT20A-OPTO-MS-BK is a 4-in-1 ESC with BLHeli_S firmware. Maytech is the first one to develop this ESC. It has good spacing for standoffs. This small compact 4in1 ESC makes your fpv drone assembly easier and more tidy.
Specifications:
Continuous Curren
Read more…Hi all,
I'm having trouble calibrating my compass on my quadcopter. I'm using an external GPS/compass that I got from China (not 3DR brand). It's attached via a mast to a Pixhawk clone, which I think has the newest firmware (I just updated it on Sun
Hello everyone!
This is my first mini review.The photos not the best doed with phone and English somewhere could be interesting.Thanks for understanding.
This quadcopter have been courtesy provided by Gearbest in order to make a fair and not biased rev
Hi,I've been building a Phantom-Fx-61 with a Pixhawk controller and have a Futaba 10CAG radio. I've got the plane completed, have installed the flight controller and have at least run through the basic setup. But I have a few questions because the co
Read more…For a ~3kg UAV what is a popular camera and gimbal combination? GoPro with stabilized gimbal? Other options that may offer improved video?
Read more…hi,
i have bought new pixhawk and updated new firmware arducopter 3.3.then i calibrated ,it shows BAD GYRO HEALTH and horizon also not stable,please help me how to fix this issue..
thank you
Read more…Hi,
In order to avoid any risk of flyaway, defective GPS or HW issue during flight, even if I can fly pretty well in Stabilise, is it possible to remote a switch from external M8N to 3DR Pixhawk internal GPS just in case I should need to do this?
Copte
Read more…Hi all,
I'm doing all the necessary experimental flights in order to register it with my aviation authority.
During the hovering duration test (endurance) in loiter mode, I noticed that the relative altitude on APM Planner (Mac) in 30 minutes raised fr
Read more…Hi. This problem noticed. When planning a mission using Auto WP - Create Spline Circle. After entering values. Mission planner hangs. And that is all. help me please.
Maybe we should say this to developers to fix them
Read more…can some one help me with those issue pls ?
arducopter 3.3.3 / pixhawk
after
msg11.target_system=1;
msg11.custom_mode=4;
msg11.base_mode=MAV_MODE_FLAG_CUSTOM_MODE_ENABLED;
mavlink_msg_set_mode_encode(1,1,&buff,&msg11);
mavlink_finalize_message(&
The survey worked perfectly to this new version, now just can not generate anything before the program simply lock and close ... someone else going through this?
Read more…I have a problem with my APM V2.6. When ever I try to connect to it i get the following message. "No Heartbeat Packets Received."
Iv read through through a load of forums. I have tried the following:
I'm considering building an X8.
From what I understand so far, on a given arm, the top and bottom prop rotate in opposite directions - note I'm meaning the props themselves; the motors rotate in the same direction, but the lower motor is upside-down.
I
Read more…So I messed my FMU on my APM and no longer will use it as a flight controller.
I im going to end up using the APM for arduino projects im working on. Does anyone have an easy to read pinout for the AT2560 to APM layout?
I know of this schematic but im
Read more…I want to build my own customizable Quadcopter, as a research platform for indoor outdoor autonomous flight.
I already own a Hubsan mini quad, Eachine 250 FPV racer, and a 3DR Solo. I am proficient pilot for all 3 platforms.
I have already customized m
Read more…How fast can the APM antenna tracker track the plane? I guess I am asking because I do have an FPV plane that can maintain speeds over 120MPH. I am sure if its far enough away its no problem, but what about high speed passes? Can it keep up then?
Than
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