I have two laptops, one running 1.2.56 and one running 1.2.53. On the .56 one, whenever I try to go into CLI with either of my copters, the CLI just spits up random characters. I tried both copters on .53, and they can both CLI fine. Both copters
Read more…I m trying to connect my optical flow sensor to my APM 2.5 but having a very hard time.
I have successfully uploaded the pde test file and install the python 2.7 and uploaded the python script successfully but nothing I send in a I and a M and no dat
Read more…Is there a way to trigger the camera within a mission? I have it working fine with CH7 trigger, but 'Do_Digicam_Control' doesn't do anything in a mission. Can I do a 'set_ servo' for a period like camera trigger?
Read more…Does anyone have experience a MR flying in the arctic circle?, I assume GPs and compass issues, but can it be done?
thanks
Read more…I've been reading a couple folks using the 3D Robotics Optical Flow Sensor v1.2 for their projects, but for some reason I'm not seeing it for sale on the 3D Robotics site. Will the PX4FLOW work with the APM?
Read more…I have posted this discussion 3 days ago listed under the APM planner Category but received no feedback, maybe I will receive feedback if I list it as an unassigned category.
I have a developed a sensor network which detects gunshots for anti-poaching
Read more…Since I started using a 4s 5000mAh 50c Lipo, each log does not read my battery discharge. Also, during flight the Flight Data interface shows when I Arm and Disarm the copter. Although, when I go to the log, the copter seems to show it is disarmed.
Read more…A couple questions regarding a the behaviour of an ideal or theoretical autopilot:
What is the expected or normal behaviour with regards to throttle and elevator trim in altitude control? E.g. if the aircraft is too low, is throttle increase only, use
Read more…Just got my first APM and have it all set to test but one setting I'm not sure about is the min, max, and cruise throttle settings. Unfortunately my Futaba radio does not show what percentage of throttle is being applied [ it figures my kids cheap Ch
Read more…Strange... For the past few days now, anything I type into the Forum search field returns a blank!
Ok, I have simple query - what are the advantages and disadvantages of X8 over a conventional octo? Seen a few threads about specific issues, but no real explanation of why you would choose this format (I may have missed some threads though!)I imagin
Read more…Just tried to fire up a new APM 2.5 which has been sitting in the box for almost 2 months. Installed latest Mission Planner (1.2.55). Firmware installs fine (V2.9.1b), but the live data screen doesn't show any gyro or accel input when I move the APM
Read more…I have two APM 2.0's that will not upload firmware. In MP 1.2.53 when I select a firmware to upload (doesn't matter which one) The firmware update process hangs on "reading hex file" at about 85 percent complete. I then get "communication error - no
Read more…Why are there no cables longer than 15 cm for the 3dr air radio to apm connection. I really need a longer cable and in hindsight 3dr should have known that some people would eventually need longer cables for their setups, so why do they not sell them
Read more…I was flying my hexacopter at a local school on june 22. Everything started out great. I was flying it in auto, loiter, guided, and RTL mode. While i was flying my hexacopter started drifting away because of the wind. At witch point i brought it back
Read more…Hey All,
Does anyone know why you can't order just an APM 2.5 board from the 3DR Store? All that is available is the full kit.....what if you just need to replace the board....say due to crash damage or an ESD?
I sent my board in for the F2 replacement
Read more…Question about updating to beta v3.0 with mission planner. I was running a previous version of mission planner, loaded the v3.0 beta with no problem ( think) . Launched Mission planner this morning and was prompted to upgrade. Upgraded and all seems
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I have a medium size FY680 Tarot Iron Man Hexa Frame of about 3 Kg at full load with 8000 mAH 4S battery pack. The platform is very stable and smooth in stabilize mode, but it overshoots when I switch to Lotier and alt hold; When I switch in those
Read more…Hi all,
First I would like to thank all involved in this project. It is great platform!
I have been playing with Arducopter 2.9.1b for a while with success. The RTL saved my skin many times. :)
Unfortunately not today I am not sure what exactly happen b
Read more…I took AC3.0.0 for a test flight using my new MAVPilot software as the GCS. I programmed a simple flight path as so
Video here http://youtu.be/03cV2tOgPJs
I have no idea what is happening at
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