Ublox NEO-6Q GPS+ HMC5883L Compass Module APM 2.6 ARDUPILOT MEGA 2.6 +Shell Case

 

Description:

- Ublox NEO-6Q GPS+ HMC5883L Compass module APM 2.6 ARDUPILOT MEGA 2.6 +Shell

- The 3DR uBlox GPS + Compass module currently works with APM:Plane, APM:Rover and the APM:Copter version 3.0.1 (it does not work with the current APM:Copter 2.9.1b and earlier).

 

Connecting to APM 2.6

 

3DR uBlox GPS with Onboard Compass is compatible with APM 2.6 and includes two cables: one 4-position cable and one 5-position-to-6-position cable. To connect the GPS module to APM 2.6, connect the GPS port to the APM GPS port using the 5-position-to-6-position cable (use the top-entry port, not the side-entry port), and connect the GPS MAG port to the APM I2C port using the 4-position cable.

 

Mounting the GPS Module

 

This module permits the GPS to be mounted separately from the flight control module so that it can have the best clear (view) of the sky and allows the compass to be distanced from interfering magnetic fields. When mounting the GPS+Compass module:

- Place the module on the outside of your vehicle (in an elevated position if appropriate) with a clear view of the sky, as far as possible from the motors and ESCs, with the arrow facing forward.

- Distance the module from DC power wiring and the batteries by at least several inches.

- Place the module clear of nearby iron containing metallic objects. (Use nylon or non magnetic stainless steel hardware and nylon or aluminum standoffs to mount the module).

-  Twist power and ground wires where possible.