mRobotics M8N GPS

Jdc · Oct 16, 2016

Hi guys, anybody has a robotics support email address? I went to their website and there is no contact info. Just want to ask them when can I expect the new gps to arrive home

1tom2go · Oct 16, 2016

Jdc said:
Hi guys, anybody has a robotics support email address? I went to their website and there is no contact info. Just want to ask them when can I expect the new gps to arrive home

Try this that I got from my order receipt email:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 858-519-1800

I went for a test flight this afternoon. I got 16 satellites in something like 10 seconds. It surprised me since normally I am ready before Solo is. The wind was 8-10 with gusts up to 15mph and everything went well, no issues and the GPS hold was as good as always.

Jdc · Oct 16, 2016

Stealth · Oct 16, 2016

Now back in stock - 60 pcs

Stealth · Oct 16, 2016

Please excuse me asking, but what is the difference between:
1. mRo GPS u-Blox Neo-M8N (Release 2)
2. Ublox NEO-M8 GPS breakout board

Thanks in advance!

Mike Davis · Oct 16, 2016

Stealth said:
Please excuse me asking, but what is the difference between:
1. mRo GPS u-Blox Neo-M8N (Release 2)
2. Ublox NEO-M8 GPS breakout board

Thanks in advance!

Good question, I just ordered the first one at 80$. I wonder if the second one at 35$ is the same. Anyone?

pyrate · Oct 16, 2016

Not sure about the specs, I would assume they both have the same basic chip. But the one is made specifically for solo by one of the 3DR co founders and is plug and play
The second is a more generic module to fit any drone but is not plug and play

Mike Davis · Oct 16, 2016

pyrate said:
Not sure about the specs, I would assume they both have the same basic chip. But the one is made specifically for solo by one of the 3DR co founders and is plug and play
The second is a more generic module to fit any drone but is not plug and play

That is what I thought. I think at 80$ it is worth the cost for plug n' play.

pyrate · Oct 16, 2016

I may buy a second after I fly it. My rev b works fine.
One of the main reasons to support this is hopefully to encourage Jordi to do more pieces for solo

Mike Davis · Oct 16, 2016

That's a great point pyrate. Another way for us to keep paying it forward.

5r49cfu · Oct 16, 2016

+1

bought one, will buy more after tests

pyrate · Oct 16, 2016

just flew mine today, rock solid

truoccm · Oct 16, 2016

I just purchased from the second batch, I've had no problems so far, but I'm excited anyway. Does this one benefit from the GPS shield as well, will it even fit with the shield?

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User Name · Oct 16, 2016

truoccm said:
I just purchased from the second batch, I've had no problems so far, but I'm excited anyway. Does this one benefit from the GPS shield as well, will it even fit with the shield?

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The description says shielding isn't necessary, but recommended, and it fits fine with either the stock copper foil shield or the 3DR V2 shield. This GPS is basically a direct, drop-in replacement for the stock.

As for the earlier question regarding the price vs. cheaper Drotek units, even if the performance is the same, there's two things to consider:

1- This IS a drop-in replacement, no cutting and splicing cables or only holding it in by two screws because the pattern doesn't match.

And 2- If we want any future hardware development for the Solo, we have to be willing to buy the stuff that people who take the risk in doing so produce. Solo specific components will always be a bit more expensive because they target a smaller market than standard stuff.

Stealth · Oct 17, 2016

User Name said:
The description says shielding isn't necessary, but recommended, and it fits fine with either the stock copper foil shield or the 3DR V2 shield. This GPS is basically a direct, drop-in replacement for the stock.

As for the earlier question regarding the price vs. cheaper Drotek units, even if the performance is the same, there's two things to consider:

1- This IS a drop-in replacement, no cutting and splicing cables or only holding it in by two screws because the pattern doesn't match.

And 2- If we want any future hardware development for the Solo, we have to be willing to buy the stuff that people who take the risk in doing so produce. Solo specific components will always be a bit more expensive because they target a smaller market than standard stuff.

Thanks! Appreciated!

hackbard23 · Oct 17, 2016

someone got a Coupon Code for mrobotics ?

Rich · Oct 17, 2016

Mike Davis said:
Good question, I just ordered the first one at 80$. I wonder if the second one at 35$ is the same. Anyone?

Obviously they have different antennas. I'm not sure of the specs of both, so it's hard to compare.

You will probably need to setup the comm parameters also. I didn't look at the connection requirements, so you may need to make your own cable, but I'm not sure.