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GPS locator module

Hi

I am just about to start testing my APM2 / xbee equiped UAV aircraft and I want to find a device to help to locate the plane if everything decides to stop working one day!! no dis-respect to the developers and providers of the equipment intended.

I

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Xbee problem

Hi New APM 2, New 900mhz  Xbee kit and some issues.

This has never worked yet so I need some advice please.

The APM2 (as far as I know), everything works and it communicates with the mission planner with a USB cable, gps, elevel all data seems good..

Wh

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Setting the magnetic compass

Newbie question

Just installed my new APM2 and connected everything up, everything works OK (Great product)

The compass and HUD move as I move the board but if the board is pointing north I find thecompass is reading  west, remote gps connector is at t

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APM Installation advice.

Newbie question

What is the correct location to install an APM control board.

I am building a new design plane and want to put the APM IN the wing on the CG this would put the centreline of the APM approx 5-5 inches outside the centreline of the fusela

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Export of Auto pilots from USA

Hi

I am a new UAV builder designer and would like to know IF there is any problems exporting the APM2 and associated hardware and software to Canada and other countries, I am about to place an order and I dont want to lose it at the customs.

 

Thank you

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