The sensor calibration step ensures that the Pixhawk is ready for autonomous navigation. Before you can calibrate your sensors, mount all the hardware to the boogie board and make sure all the components in the junction box are secured.
- Install a freshly charged LiPo in the junction box
- Double check all components to ensure that they are mounted securely
- Check all cables and connectors
- Turn on your Taranis X9 Lite
- Open QGroundControl
- Plug the ‘ground’ USB Sik Radio (telemetry radio) into your computer, tablet, or mobile device
- Connect the LiPo to the Power Module
- Wait for QGroundControl to auto-detect your Pixhawk
- If possible, place the Maker Boat Basic outside to get a GPS fix
The rest of the sensor calibration steps are covered in the QGC documentation, so we won’t repeat them here. Make sure you also configure your battery parameters in QGroundControl by following these instructions.
When all your sensors are calibrated and your battery monitor is configured your Maker Boat Basic is ready for its maiden voyage!