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by Kbev5709
Fri Jun 30, 2017 12:46 am
Forum: Software development
Topic: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3
Replies: 11
Views: 7953

Re: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3

It's pretty simple. Arducopter and Multiwii are two different firmwares that can run on the same hardware. Not interchangable as they are two separate development platforms. Use one firmware or the other.
They do NOT work together.
by Kbev5709
Thu Jun 29, 2017 4:53 pm
Forum: Software development
Topic: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3
Replies: 11
Views: 7953

Re: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3

Mission planner is for arducopter, not multiwii.
by Kbev5709
Thu Jun 29, 2017 1:17 am
Forum: Software development
Topic: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3
Replies: 11
Views: 7953

Re: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3

Just download version 2.4 and install it using the Arduino IDE. Mission planner is for creating gps missions, not for updating firmware.
by Kbev5709
Wed Jun 28, 2017 8:31 pm
Forum: Software development
Topic: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3
Replies: 11
Views: 7953

Re: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3

I have that fc and 2.4 works great on it.
by Kbev5709
Sun Jun 25, 2017 5:13 pm
Forum: Software development
Topic: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3
Replies: 11
Views: 7953

Re: MegapirateNG on Multiwii EZ pro 3

It would probably work but it would be a downgrade from the latest multiwii release.
by Kbev5709
Fri Jan 06, 2017 3:27 am
Forum: Shields, boards and sensors
Topic: magnetic compass deviation PLZ HELP.......
Replies: 2
Views: 2621

Re: magnetic compass deviation PLZ HELP.......

Are your props balanced?
by Kbev5709
Wed Dec 21, 2016 3:02 pm
Forum: Shields, boards and sensors
Topic: how to connect gps module to arduino uno with multiwii 2.4
Replies: 5
Views: 4198

Re: how to connect gps module to arduino uno with multiwii 2

I did get atmega 328p running gps a while back i used a home built serial to i2c convertor for the GPS to work... although the GPS was working i never got any gps functions to work... it did read the GPS and show position Yep. That's about all you can get out of GPS with a 328P. So, if you can't ma...
by Kbev5709
Wed Dec 14, 2016 2:40 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Everything I've read up on says the same as you first define top and bottom options write to fc then disable nmea and use int mtk only That is exactly wrong. After defining both options together you are supposed to disable #define INIT_MTK_GPS <<<<The initialize Do NOT disable #define NMEA. <<<<The...
by Kbev5709
Wed Dec 14, 2016 4:30 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

ok you sound like your quiting on me lol ive changed magnetic declination and msp wp and fail safe still no gps im not even thinking about rx issues as yet but i have tried all gps settings regards to nmea binary 16 and 19 init mtk all seam to require nmea without it i get a fault during compiling ...
by Kbev5709
Wed Dec 14, 2016 12:17 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

ok I will alter straight away I thought I did fail safe weird!! that makes sense why I got no gps signal regarding esc calibration I have not even looked in to it but I shall! is your faith coming back?? This is not easy to do online for me or you. Too many little details. To many things to slip th...
by Kbev5709
Tue Dec 13, 2016 11:22 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

OK. In your code. 1. The failsafe is still disabled. This is the failsafe disabled>>//#define FAILSAFE // uncomment to activate the failsafe function This is the failsafe enabled >>#define FAILSAFE // uncomment to activate the failsafe function Your //#define USE_MSP_WP needs to be enabled as well. ...
by Kbev5709
Tue Dec 13, 2016 9:34 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Also all 4 motors seem to initialise and make the same sounds when battery is connected! People mention having the battery connected when uploading??? Just a thought as it mentions drain from the esc's on USB feed!! OK. I was going to try and be patient and walk you through on a step by step basis ...
by Kbev5709
Tue Dec 13, 2016 7:22 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Regarding the gps it used to get good gps signal so I can only assume it's wired correctly unless the flash changes pin outputs for gps?? OK, don't mess with the wires then. Try re flashing and just leave the #define INIT_MTK_GPS enabled with the #define NMEA. If it still doesn't work it might well...
by Kbev5709
Tue Dec 13, 2016 2:41 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

ok so something has definitely happened as in it wont arm anymore lol so in a way great sucess!!! The reason it won't armis because the end points and center haven't been set on the TX to the GUI. This is the first thing that you have to do when setting up the TX to the FC. worst case i buy a tx th...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 10:59 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

I'm sorry but the connection to the internet is messed up today. I'm going to have to give up for now.
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 10:57 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

s15mpo wrote:also a processor by the looks of things currently selected are
Arduino/genuine mega or mega 2560 board and processor is ATmega 2560

Those are correct.
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 10:49 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

wo wo wo now whos moving too fast lol... just to recap firt upload code like: #define NMEA //#define UBLOX //#define MTK_BINARY16 //#define MTK_BINARY19 #define INIT_MTK_GPS then re load up again ie open the same saved code alter only this section back to: #define NMEA //#define UBLOX //#define MTK...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 10:39 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

After you get all the code changed, compile it and save it. Now, hookup your USB to the FC from the computer then hit the upload button. Wait until all the flashing lights settle down then voila, your new firmware is ready. Don't forget after this first upload that you must go back and disable the #...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 10:21 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

For the rest of the code, unless you have an on board LCD or OLED or plan on using telemetry turn all that stuff off except what I have left on in mine. When you get to #define MOTOR_STOP, it is up to you if you leave that enabled or not. What that does is it prevents the motors from turning when th...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 10:03 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Following is the code set up to use and initialize the GPS. Change your GPS section to look like this. After the initial upload of the firmware to the FC, go back into the config.h and DISABLE THE #define INIT_MTK_GPS only. Then re-upload one more time. This is how one initializes the unit for opera...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 9:51 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

let me know what you think please the receiver must be wired correctly as it has worked and does still .... for now ! I'm unsure as to how it translates to the code my aux do activate flight modes in config gui I only use 2 aux channels and all switches on tx are 2 position cheers Like I said, I am...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 5:28 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Ok thank you!! I will Try to get some done tonight what damage can i do if I set them the same as yours regarding tx settings and should I get it wrong can I alter accordingly and re write? Yes you can re write after altering. You should try and find out about the TX and how it works because I'm no...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 2:03 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

sorry me being cautious again but to confirm Windows Installer or Windows ZIP file for non admin install version I believe the zip file is fine. Make sure you extract everything. When you make changes in the code, save them. I found this old link to info on setting that board up. Some of it is old ...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:46 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

The next section deals with GPS settings. We need to know what GPS module you are using before we can set it up correctly.
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:44 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

The next section sets up a dead zone in your TX. I don't feel like explaining this in depth but it is almost always a good idea to enable this. Mine is set to ten because I have some slop in my sticks when zeroing. From 6 to 12 would be about it on that.   /******************************************...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:42 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Next section is left alone from DFRobot LED Ring to OSD Switch.   /***************** DFRobot LED RING *********************************/     /* I2C DFRobot LED RING communication */     //#define LED_RING   /******************************** LED FLASHER ***********************************/     //#def...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:38 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

The next section is the mighty failsafe. The version below should be reasonable in speed settings considering the weight of your craft.   /******** Failsafe settings ********************/     /* Failsafe check pulses on four main control channels CH1-CH4. If the pulse is missing or bellow 985us (on ...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:35 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

The following section sets the baud rate for your serial ports. You might also want to set your Gyro filter to 98 Hz.This helps with vibration issues in subtle ways. /*************************************************************************************************/ /*****************                ...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:26 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

so far so good I understand all that you have suggested in config h I think I haven't yet opened my Arduino so you are a little ahead of me but I assume you inserted the // before :- //#define SERVO_NICK { +10, -10, 0 } //#define SERVO_LEFT { +10, +5, +10 } //#define SERVO_RIGHT { +10, +5, -10 } Ye...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:09 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

I leave everything disabled in this section as well /*************************************************************************************************/ /*****************                                                                 ***************/ /****************  SECTION  4 - ALTERNATE CPUs &...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:08 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

In this section of code I'm sorry but the end result will be up to what you can find out about how your TX works. I don't use a Spektrum so there might be something in there you need to enable or disable. With my Turnigy 9x TX I just disable everything in this section. /*****************************...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 1:03 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

ok i will download that version just ensuring we are on the same page from the get go! i would prefer to go through what you send and alter my end if that makes sense thanks again!!!!! i will need to continue tomorrow as im off to work early tomorrow if you can spare the time tomorrow i will have e...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 12:57 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Next. In the following section you should only be concerned with the PID controller settings and the Arm/Disarm settings. If you look closely, I have disabled the servos settings as my quadcopter uses no servo's. There are also no common airplane and helicopter settings used because the quadcopter d...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 12:43 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Next step: go to the memory savings section (it's way down near the end of the code.)   /********************************************************************/   /**** Memory savings ****/   /********************************************************************/     /* options to counter the general s...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 12:32 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

ok I will go check and I haven't done anything as yet just removed old multiwii versions installed multiwii 2.4 and awaiting your suggestions on Arduino before I do anything at all Yes use the latest arduino. 1.6.3 I think it is. OK first things first. The following code is your basic setup and boa...
by Kbev5709
Mon Dec 12, 2016 12:17 am
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Also would it be safe to go straight to 2.4 from 2.2 I wouldn't need to flash 2.3 first? Just a crazy idea of mine?? and thanks for the time and effort you have already invested Yes, you can just go from 2.2 to 2.4. BUT if you want to keep your PIDs you better not do anything involved with uploadin...
by Kbev5709
Sun Dec 11, 2016 11:54 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

s15mpo wrote:youtu.be/o8gu_x3vbbw Would this be correct for centering procedure?
Cheers

That link doesn't work
by Kbev5709
Sun Dec 11, 2016 11:52 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

so just to recap as i will try to get the update done tonight i am correct using the usb connection on the board to upload? Yes i will need to download latest 2.4 multiwii google code also latest arduino (windows installer or just windows version?) also the latest gui open the multiwii file with th...
by Kbev5709
Sun Dec 11, 2016 7:04 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Ok. its really kind of important that we know exactly what FC you are using. Can you post a pic of it? Looking up what you called yours I can find hextronik mw pro, but no hextronik mw SE pro. Is it red? Is it square in shape or does it have wings where the wires hook up? I personally own one of the...
by Kbev5709
Sun Dec 11, 2016 3:18 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

Why not just upgrade to version 2.4 MW? Here's the reasons you should. 1. The latest version 2. More stable than v. 2.2 3.Has all the sections in config.h that you need 4. 2.2 doesn't support GPS After you upgrade to that version I can try and walk you through this. I have one bit of advice before w...
by Kbev5709
Sat Dec 10, 2016 10:13 pm
Forum: Getting Started - MultiWii config and setup
Topic: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config h
Replies: 81
Views: 23678

Re: alterations of throttle on fail safe v2.2 arduino config

I have started to be concerned with the failsafe and noticed that if I turn off my tx the throttle level almost reaches full.. I assume this results in no more quad and GoPro should I venture too far!! #desaster so my first question to anybody willing to spare me some time and knowledge is if I ope...
by Kbev5709
Thu Dec 01, 2016 2:43 am
Forum: General discussions
Topic: ESC calibration is going insane
Replies: 1
Views: 2481

Re: ESC calibration is going insane

Hello, Initially the ESC calibration is working fine (I turn on the transmitter, push the throttle to its max, wait for the ESC to beep, turn the throttle to its min and wait again for the throttle to beep). The motor now starts rotating as I move the throttle. The problem is when I move it about a...
by Kbev5709
Thu Dec 01, 2016 2:30 am
Forum: Shields, boards and sensors
Topic: How to integrate Lidar?
Replies: 1
Views: 2037

Re: How to integrate Lidar?

You will most likely need to develop your own arduino code to integrate into the MW firmware. As far as I know, no one is doing any development on that particular type of sensor. If you can write functional code and put the pieces together I'm sure others would be glad you did it. I hope you didn't ...
by Kbev5709
Wed Nov 30, 2016 9:21 pm
Forum: General discussions
Topic: Autonomous Flight
Replies: 9
Views: 8359

Re: Autonomous Flight

Hey, thanks for the reply but I'm still a little lost. Would a module like this one m or this one m be everything I need to communicate with the drone from my laptop. The first one is most likely the better choice of the two you listed in your links. The autonomous flights are pre-programmed by you...
by Kbev5709
Tue Nov 29, 2016 3:02 am
Forum: General discussions
Topic: Autonomous Flight
Replies: 9
Views: 8359

Re: Autonomous Flight

Hi Alex, I was wondering if you managed to make your multiWii Quadcopter fly autonomously? I'm in a similar boat right now except instead of using sonar I've got a Lidar. If yes, could you tell me what you used to communicate/control it? Also, thanks very in advance for responding to a 4 year old d...
by Kbev5709
Wed Nov 23, 2016 12:34 am
Forum: General discussions
Topic: Setting up and testing your failsafe NEWBIES LISTEN UP
Replies: 0
Views: 2434

Setting up and testing your failsafe NEWBIES LISTEN UP

Multiwii firmware comes with the FAILSAFE DISABLED BY DEFAULT. Not a good idea to leave it this way and fly at all. One of the first things you need to do before flying is to set that puppy up. In your config.h sketch is a little section called Failsafe settings   /******** Failsafe settings *******...
by Kbev5709
Mon Nov 21, 2016 1:11 am
Forum: General discussions
Topic: GPS feature questions
Replies: 3
Views: 3620

Re: GPS feature questions

I use configurator so little I forgot it had the rudimentary GPS stuff. Sorry. Plus, it didn't help that part wasn't showing in your screenshot so I when I said I could see no valid data I really wasn't seeing anything there. Then it would have to come down to the fact that your FC was not armed whe...
by Kbev5709
Sun Nov 20, 2016 11:52 pm
Forum: General discussions
Topic: GPS feature questions
Replies: 3
Views: 3620

Re: GPS feature questions

But why do the GPS features not seem to be coming on when I set AUX1 to activate them? For one thing, you need to use either Win GUI or EZ GUI to actually use and interact with GPS. All that switch grid does in the configurator in regards to GPS is let you know what switch your GPS will be activate...
by Kbev5709
Thu Nov 17, 2016 2:37 pm
Forum: Shields, boards and sensors
Topic: how to connect gps module to arduino uno with multiwii 2.4
Replies: 5
Views: 4198

Re: how to connect gps module to arduino uno with multiwii 2

stefno11 wrote:thanks, on Arduino mega where is connected the GPS module?

I have no idea. I don't use an arduino uno or mega. Never tried to use one and never would. Too many wires needed. It makes a mess. I'm sure others have done it and there is info out there if you look. Try YouTube.
by Kbev5709
Thu Nov 17, 2016 3:41 am
Forum: Shields, boards and sensors
Topic: how to connect gps module to arduino uno with multiwii 2.4
Replies: 5
Views: 4198

Re: how to connect gps module to arduino uno with multiwii 2

How to connect GPS UBLOX NEO-6M to Arduino one for the proper functioning of MultiWii 2.4? Arduino Uno uses the 328P processor which lacks the required memory to run anything more than minimal GPS (and still probably won't even work minimally.) A better bet if you insist on using arduino would be a...