Compass Location

[Skycladap]

I am wondering if changing the compass location on the Phantom body has any affect.
For example, when I am experimenting with different landing gear and have it tucked inside the shell or zip tied to an arm, or facing a "non-stock" way - does this affect bearing, etc.?
Thanks in advance for any input...

 

[CityZen]

The location of the compass doesn't matter except:
- You want to avoid having it near big metal objects and electronics radiate lots of EMI [edit: and motor magnets]
- You must keep it in the same orientation.

 

[jason]

The location of the compass doesn't matter except:
- You want to avoid having it near big metal objects and electronics radiate lots of EMI
- You must keep it in the same orientation.

Here's something you should read regrading the above question.
http://www.phantompilots.com/threads/moving-compass-what-to-keep-in-mind.15442/

 

[jason]

I am wondering if changing the compass location on the Phantom body has any affect.
For example, when I am experimenting with different landing gear and have it tucked inside the shell or zip tied to an arm, or facing a "non-stock" way - does this affect bearing, etc.?
Thanks in advance for any input...

The location of the compass does matter. Please read the complete thread.http://www.phantompilots.com/threads/moving-compass-what-to-keep-in-mind.15442/

 

[Fyod]

Your best bet is to cut off the original landing gear, keeping the compass where it was and then installing your new landing gear to accompany the leftover "limb".