Compass Calibration

InspiredOne · Sep 20, 2015

Hi
I am brand new to the 3dr pilots so i say hi to everyone.
I just recieved my Solo and wondering if it is recommended to calibrate the compass before every new location.
I have DJI products and that calibration was a standard and i am curious if its recommended with the Solo.
Thanks all....

Adimuzio513 · Sep 20, 2015

Welcome to the forum, a lot of very smart and helpful folks with years of experience here. It's recommended if you travel over 60 miles, I do calibrations every month or so just because it seems to help with sat lock and stability but it's not needed really.

Chuck · Sep 20, 2015

Hi, InspiredOne. Welcome. Adimuzio513, is right about the help available to us on this forum. People here are great. Just wanted to add, that whenever I fly, I take my Solo up about 10 ft. and watch to make sure is is stable and not drifting. If it drifts in any direction more than 1-2 ft. consistently, I land and calibrate the compass. It has always taken care of the drift, and usually I don't have to do it again for quite awhile. Hope this helps you, and happy and safe flying to you.