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Test your knowledge! (and help a confused guy) - Parameter Descriptions (entire list and description not on Wiki)

I recently had an episode where my drone would not arm. It was not able to obtain a GPS fix.

I'm running:

ArduCopter V3.2.1 (36b405fb)

PX4: ce602658 NuttX: 475b8c15

PX4v2 00360029 32334711 31363032

Frame: OCTA_QUAD

I suspect I accidentally changed some par

Can CAM_TRIGG_DIST be used with a camera operated by a PWM servo signal?

I've set up my GoPro Hero 3's shutter to be activated by a Picoswitch (PWM controlled relay) and it works well. The Picoswitch is wired to RC10 on the Pixhawk servo rail.

I'd like to use a survey grid to trigger the GoPro using CAM_TRIGG_DIST so that

GoPro Hack to Trigger Shutter for Pixhawk / Mission Planner

This video shows how to open up a GoPro:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpPfk4sLb3I

My particular GoPro didn't allow me to solder in the same spot, but every go pro has basically the same shutter button. Under the shutter button are two concentric cir

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Test your knowledge! (and help a confused guy) - Parameter Descriptions (entire list and description not on Wiki)

Can CAM_TRIGG_DIST be used with a camera operated by a PWM servo signal?

GoPro Hack to Trigger Shutter for Pixhawk / Mission Planner

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