3D Robotics DIY Quad Frame Kit - Manual (Page 10)

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CALIBRATION
Connect APM to your computer using the provided micro-USB cable.
Windows will automatically install the correct drivers for APM.
APM USB port
Connect APM to Mission Planner:
1 Select Arduino Mega.
2 Select 115200.
3 Select Connect. 1 2
3
Mission Planner’s mandatory hardware calibration steps allow you to
program and configure the APM autopilot for your copter.
Now you can connect APM to Mission Planner.
Select Initial Setup , Install Firmware , and Quad to install flight code firmware onto APM.
On the left side of the Initial Setup screen, select Mandatory Hardware . You will need to
perform each of the calibration procedures listed under this menu.
Frame Type : Select your configuration: Plus or X (cross).
Compass : Select the options to enable the compass, to allow automatic declination, and
to select your autopilot type. Select Live Calibration to launch the wizard, and follow the
prompts.
Accel Calibration : Check the box for AC 3.0+ , select Calibrate , and follow the prompts to cali-
brate the autopilot’s accelerometer. Make sure to wait a couple of seconds before and after
changing the positions of the copter.
Radio Calibration : Turn on your RC transmitter, select Calibrate Radio , and move all sticks and
switches to their extreme positions. Select Click when Done once the red bars are set for all
available channels.