I tried using the search function for this forum but it didn't give any results. I am trying to figure out if I can order the different 3dr quad plates, the ones that come with the pre-built 3dr quad are what I am looking for.
I purchased the 3DR quad
Read more…Many of us, definitely me included, have been asking Randy and other developers to analysis the log to see if any tuning needs adjusting such as comparing the roll in / out tracking, magfield level, sat dropouts and other things. If we had a speadshe
Read more…My first question is....the BEC? Do I need it? I'm pretty sure I do. Where does it go? I'm thinking I saw something about a stock DJI F550 frame, esc, motor, must use an esc. I have a Turnigy SBEC 8-40V max 5A. switchable 5 or 6 volts. Should that
Read more…Regarding the Grid and Grid V2 automatic flight paths: Is it possible to set up the flight plan and copter to maintain a single yaw orientation?
For example, I'd like to fly lines east west (90 degree / 180 degree) but want to keep the copter facing w
Read more…I am contemplating taking the APM 2.5 apart and painting the inside black to ensure the barometer is not going to sense light. Any reason I shouldn't do this?
If the barometer is sensitive to light why would the case be transparent? I don't think I c
Read more…I'm using mission planner 1.2.64 and while connected to my hexacopter and in the Config/Tuning menu > ArduCopter Pids I see that the WPNav(cm's) is greyed out and I am unable to change any settings there. Is anyone else having this issue? Why is it i
Read more…After updating to 1.2.64 in the Mission Planner, I am getting a "Compile Failed" message when trying to graph my tlog.
Is this a glitch?
Read more…I would like some help reviewing my tlog. I wanted to test the Alt_Hold and Loiter, but my flight times stink. The hexacopter is seven pounds and I am using a 4S 5000mAh 50c lipo. Per the voltage_battery, It seems I get a considerable drop in voltag
Read more…Has anyone managed to get this to work? I am able to get my camera to trigger with the RC switch and by right clicking on the screen and selecting "take photo" but have not managed to get a single automatic flight done where the camera triggers as pe
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i'm trying to assembly my first quadcopter and I have very basic question I couldn't solve. I'd like to use my graupner mx-12 (4proportional + 2 boolean channel , ppm/spcm modulation) with a graupner r700 receiver I already used on few plane mo
hello,
i am looking for a transmitter/ receiver with voltage telemetry and as many position switches as possible
The spektrum DX8 seems to fit the bill but i have seen alot of people complaining about sudden loss of connection for no reason - this has
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I've been a long time lurker and finally have a ardupilot 2.6. I have succesfully connected it to Mission planner (v1.2.62). When I attempt to calibrate the compass I get an error that says "log does not contain enough data" Can som
Read more…I'm trying to learn how to fly my copter using the simulator with the latest version of Arducopter and Mission Planner on an APM 2.5. When I use mission planner and follow these instructions: (http://copter.ardupilot.com/wiki/hil-quad/), the radio ou
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I want to setup failsafe for my Futaba T6EX tranmitter. I have been following this http://copter.ardupilot.com/wiki/failsafe/#Throttle_Failsafe
When i power down the transmitter my PWM value does not drop on ch 3 so i assume that the transmitter
Read more…I finally did the test of hard fixing the APM case to the frame, thus not having two separate masses with vibration dampening materials in between, as before (i.e. : frame/props on one side and APM on the other side).
This is explain by Forrest Frantz
Read more…I did the compassmot calibration and at full throttle I keep getting 38%. I know it is in the low range of the gray area. I should be okay per compassmot, correct? All of my other calibrations look good.
Thanks.
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i have disabled the motor compass calibration data on my APM.
I have now bought a new frame and put the APM on 2 blocks of wood which raise it well above the PDM.
Now last night i flew an auto mission which worked perfect.
See Throttle Vs mag Fiel
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i am using this frame - http://www.ebay.ie/itm/130876957938?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
and these props
http://store.3drobotics.com/products/apc-propeller-set-11x47-sfp-style
I would like if the arms were longer as then arms wo
Read more…My disasters always seem to happen when I say, just one more flight... I should know better by now.
Anyway, I'm putting it down to unexpected equipment failure, unless the log below (see line 21100 onwards) and the insight of this user group can tell
Read more…I've had a couple instances when cutting the throttle did not stop the props. So I got some long thick gloves so I could unplug the batteries. (10" blades)
I've tried setting the throttle hold/cutoff switch, but it won't work. Sometimes it speeds thin
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