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Dave Jacob replied to Anthony's discussion image processing for precision landing
"Seems like there are several ways to do precision landings. I like the solution Fnoop came up with.

Here is another precision landing using computer vision (OpenCv) with a phantom 4 pro and interpreting the video stream to stick a landing:…"
Sep 19, 2017
Dave Jacob replied to Dave Jacob's discussion Iris+ parts in IRIS
"Hi Lance,
The go pro hero 3+ silver is $125 - this includes shipping to the US. "
Feb 4, 2016
Dave Jacob posted a discussion in IRIS
Although I was able to sell the drone, I still have some iris+ parts for sale: 4 pairs of new props3 arms (2 black and 1 blue)1 set of long legs - used1 set of short legs - new1 go pro silver1 fpv black pearl kit with sun shade - only used a couple…
Feb 3, 2016
Dave Jacob replied to mark chng's discussion where can I get iris+ spare motor, props and arm? in IRIS
"I am selling my iris+ and all the spare parts I purchased from 3dr: 
iris+ - well used
4 pairs of new props
2 pairs used props
3 arms (2 black and 1 blue)
1 set of long legs - used
1 set of short legs - new
1 gimbal for the iris+ - well used
1 go…"
Jan 14, 2016
Dave Jacob replied to Rusty Ortkiese's discussion Solo Gimbal Test Shots at a Pond in 3DR SOLO
"Rusty - 
Very nice video and a lovely location. 
A question about using the gopro hero 3+ silver with the solo/gimbal. Does the gopro hero 3+ silver have all the functionality such as starting/stopping video, taking pictures, maneuvering the camera…"
Sep 5, 2015
Dave Jacob replied to MikeG's discussion Inconsistent Compasses Inconsistent
"I'm also just now seeing the same compass inconsistent error (comes and goes) after using the iris+ for six months or so. Is there a timeline for a resolution for this issue? "
Jun 1, 2015
Dave Jacob replied to Dave Jacob's discussion Compass calibration procedures in IRIS
"I downloaded the Mission Planner a"
May 30, 2015
Dave Jacob posted a discussion in IRIS
I recently upgraded to APM planner v2.0.17 and I am trying to recalibrate the compass. When I click live calibration button I only get a windown containing a timer for 1 minute to turn the iris+ around all axis. However calibrating using this method…
May 30, 2015
Dave Jacob replied to Nick's discussion Iris+ and GoPro Hero4 Smart Remote in IRIS
"The just announced solo drone provides the capabilities you are looking for.

Even if you correctly configure the iris+ to use a go pro remote, the solo drone should provide a much easier to use and integrated solution."
Apr 16, 2015
Dave Jacob posted a discussion in IRIS
I followed the instructions for connecting the tarot gimbal/go pro with this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHkfuRddrOY&feature=youtu.beIn the video the within Mission Planner v1.x there is a box with titled default setting where iris with…
Oct 23, 2014