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hacks:betamax10quad [2014/01/19 06:38] – created lytfyrehacks:betamax10quad [2014/01/27 20:10] – lytfyre
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 +====Quadcopter Build Instructions====
 +
 ==Parts & Tools== ==Parts & Tools==
  
 Misc Parts: Misc Parts:
  
-* 16 M3 Nylock nuts +  * 16 M3 Nylock nuts 
-* 8 M3x10 Screws +  * 8 M3x10 Screws 
-* 8 M3x45 Screws +  * 8 M3x45 Screws 
-* 1 bag of small zipties+  * 1 bag of small zipties
  
 Frame: Frame:
-* either purchase, or cut your own from ~1/8" plywood using these files: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:221947+  * either purchase, or cut your own from ~1/8" plywood using these files: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:221947
  
 Hobby Parts: Hobby Parts:
  
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__22439__Slow_Fly_Electric_Prop_8045R_SF_4_pc_.html 2 Sets CW 8x4.5 props] (2 different colours is recommended) +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__22439__Slow_Fly_Electric_Prop_8045R_SF_4_pc_.html 2 Sets CW 8x4.5 props] (2 different colours is recommended) 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__22438__Slow_Fly_Electric_Prop_8045SF_4_pc_.html 2 Sets CCW 8x4.5 props] (2 different colours is recommended)  +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__22438__Slow_Fly_Electric_Prop_8045SF_4_pc_.html 2 Sets CCW 8x4.5 props] (2 different colours is recommended)  
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__36674__Q_Brain_4_x_20A_Brushless_Quadcopter_ESC_2_4S_3A_SBEC.html 1 QBrain 20A Quad ESC] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__36674__Q_Brain_4_x_20A_Brushless_Quadcopter_ESC_2_4S_3A_SBEC.html 1 QBrain 20A Quad ESC] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__8992__Turnigy_9X_9Ch_Transmitter_w_Module_8ch_Receiver_Mode_2_v2_Firmware_.html 1 Set Turnigy 9x Transmitter & Receiver] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__8992__Turnigy_9X_9Ch_Transmitter_w_Module_8ch_Receiver_Mode_2_v2_Firmware_.html 1 Set Turnigy 9x Transmitter & Receiver] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__11736__Turnigy_Battery_Strap_330mm.html 1 Battery Strap] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__11736__Turnigy_Battery_Strap_330mm.html 1 Battery Strap] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__10414__Male_XT60_connectors_5pcs_bag_GENUINE.html 1 Male XT-60 connector (usually sold 5/bag)] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__10414__Male_XT60_connectors_5pcs_bag_GENUINE.html 1 Male XT-60 connector (usually sold 5/bag)] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__15214__Gyro_Flight_Controller_Mounting_Pad_10pcs_bag_.html 2 Mounting pads (usually sold 10/bag)] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__15214__Gyro_Flight_Controller_Mounting_Pad_10pcs_bag_.html 2 Mounting pads (usually sold 10/bag)] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=8934 2 2200mAh 25C 3S turnigy LiPo batteries] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=8934 2 2200mAh 25C 3S turnigy LiPo batteries] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=14857 1 5A Balancing LiPo Battery Charger] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=14857 1 5A Balancing LiPo Battery Charger] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=20968 1 60W Power Supply] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=20968 1 60W Power Supply] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__18967__D2822_17_Brushless_Outrunner_1100kv.html 4 D2822/17 1100kV Brushless Motors] +  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__18967__D2822_17_Brushless_Outrunner_1100kv.html 4 D2822/17 1100kV Brushless Motors] 
-* [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__22322__MultiWii_NanoWii_ATmega32U4_Micro_Flight_Controller_USB_GYRO_ACC.html 1 Multiwii Nanowii Flight Controller]+  * [http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__22322__MultiWii_NanoWii_ATmega32U4_Micro_Flight_Controller_USB_GYRO_ACC.html 1 Multiwii Nanowii Flight Controller]
  
 [[File:Quadparts.JPG|500px]] [[File:Quadparts.JPG|500px]]
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 We included four packs of props in the kits - two of the packs rotate clockwise, two rotate counterclockwise. Mount one of each kind of prop.  We included four packs of props in the kits - two of the packs rotate clockwise, two rotate counterclockwise. Mount one of each kind of prop. 
  
-* '''It is important to mount props the correct way up - there is small text on the blades, near the hub, which face UP *'''+  * '''It is important to mount props the correct way up - there is small text on the blades, near the hub, which face UP *'''
  
 Repeat for all four motors. Repeat for all four motors.
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 Peel one side of the foam tape, and stick it to the center of the frame. Peel the other side, and mount the Flight controller to the top plate. Try and get it as close to centered as possible.  Peel one side of the foam tape, and stick it to the center of the frame. Peel the other side, and mount the Flight controller to the top plate. Try and get it as close to centered as possible. 
  
-* '''IMPORTANT - the arrow on the flight controller points ‘forward’ for the quad. See the photos for the correct orientation of the board with respect to the rectangular holes cut in the frame'''. *+  * '''IMPORTANT - the arrow on the flight controller points ‘forward’ for the quad. See the photos for the correct orientation of the board with respect to the rectangular holes cut in the frame'''. *
  
 Peel one side of the second piece of foam tape, and attach it to the bottom of the receiver. Mount it to the rear of the top plate, orientated as shown in the photos. Peel one side of the second piece of foam tape, and attach it to the bottom of the receiver. Mount it to the rear of the top plate, orientated as shown in the photos.
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 Use the heatgun to shrink the heatshrink over the soldering.  Use the heatgun to shrink the heatshrink over the soldering. 
  
-* '''IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE - if the two sides of the connector were to short while a battery is connected, a fire is likely to result. It is _extrememly_ important that they are not shorted, and well heat shrunk. *'''+  * '''IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE - if the two sides of the connector were to short while a battery is connected, a fire is likely to result. It is _extrememly_ important that they are not shorted, and well heat shrunk. *'''
  
 ==Electronic Speed Control== ==Electronic Speed Control==
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 Connect the four wires as shown -  Connect the four wires as shown - 
  
-* IMPORTANT - the photos of these wires are WRONG and are pending updated photos. SWAP THE ORANGE AND BROWN WIRES FROM HOW THEY ARE SHOWN IN THE PHOTOS!+  * IMPORTANT - the photos of these wires are WRONG and are pending updated photos. SWAP THE ORANGE AND BROWN WIRES FROM HOW THEY ARE SHOWN IN THE PHOTOS!
  
 From front to back, with the indicated color to the middle of the board.  From front to back, with the indicated color to the middle of the board. 
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 Connect to the board. Use the board setting "Arduino Leonardo". The port will depend on your computer.  Connect to the board. Use the board setting "Arduino Leonardo". The port will depend on your computer. 
  
-*'''IMPORTANT: DO NOT HAVE THE BATTERY CONNECTED WHILE PROGRAMMING FROM THE ARDUINO IDE'''+  *'''IMPORTANT: DO NOT HAVE THE BATTERY CONNECTED WHILE PROGRAMMING FROM THE ARDUINO IDE'''
  
 open the file config.h in the arduino ide and search for the section "ESCs calibration" (line~1017) open the file config.h in the arduino ide and search for the section "ESCs calibration" (line~1017)
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 Symptoms: Symptoms:
  
-* The prop spins without the motor spinning.  +  * The prop spins without the motor spinning.  
-* The prop spins but doesn’t seem to generate lift when you try and take off.+  * The prop spins but doesn’t seem to generate lift when you try and take off.
  
  
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