I just asked the guy at Target for the V2450GPS model and out came the right unit.
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Looks like the Target website has been updated with the correct product name so I guess the message got through! ;-).
The key to differentiating them is the ArduPilot version has a white body and that should be visible on the box. I’m sure @rma153 is right thought that there’s going to be confusion… it’s already happening!
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In addition Target is offering a $25 discount on the V2450GPS!
I’ve done a new firmware release for the SkyViper here:
http://firmware.sky-viper.com/stable/
Changes since the last stable release are:
- added new DO_SET_HOME functionality for app
- prevent throttle RTL cancel if outside of geo-fence
- fixed STM32 errata flash write bug
- fixed RF strength in SITL
- forced fence off in ALT_HOLD mode in all circumstances
- always force RTL when outside fence in LOITER
- filter battery voltage for battery failsafe
- new battery alarm tone on TX from Zech, and alarm played more rapidly
- don’t allow RTL stick input when outside the fence
- allow throttle for climb in RTL when inside fence
- don’t do RTL cancel with throttle
- don’t do land cancel with throttle if low battery failsafe is active
- raised battery failsafe voltage to 3.43V which adds about 40 seconds to RTL time
- improved calculation of descent rate close to the ground
- improved landing detection when frame is being influenced by wind on the ground
- added throttle limiting as you approach the fence height in ALT_HOLD mode, preventing users from going through the fence height in ALT_HOLD by climbing rapidly. This also forces descent below fence height in ALT_HOLD if the user does somehow get above fence height.
- if the user does manage to get above the fence height then RTL will descend to the fence height
- increased the margin for the fence to 3 meters (from 2 meters)
- increased LAND_SPEED_HIGH from 150 to 350 for faster initial descent when landing
- fixed an issue that Matt noticed where the compass in-flight auto-cal finishing could cause a sudden climb or descent of a few meters.
As usual, the ArduPilot code changes are here:
https://github.com/SkyRocketToys/ardupilot/tree/skyviper-stable
Happy flying!
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I’ve added some tips on using throw mode on the skyviper here:
http://ardupilot.org/copter/docs/skyrocket.html#using-throw-mode
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The firmware source for the Sonix video board on the skyviper is now available here:
Is it possible to add a USB port to the skyviper custom STM32 board
There are pads for just that
I didn’t look to see if there is a 5v regulator though, so best double check that. Or don’t connect the 5V line on the USB.
As James says, there are already USB pads. You only need to connect 3 of the pins. Here is a photo where I have USB connected:
The grey, brown and white wires on the left are USB. Don’t connect power.
I’ve created a discussion category for the skyviper, so this topic doesn’t get too unwieldy:
https://discuss.ardupilot.org/c/arducopter/skyviper
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Hello Brad, Try Costco.ca , I ordered last friday will be delivered ups Oct 31 
cant wait!
Hey there! New to the community and sky viper. Had a question for you? I have the 2450 GPS and ive been playing around with the flight modes under actions. I tried the flip mode and flipped it on its back…so i reset and flip doesnt work on any button anymore? It also fly’s a little erratic in GPS. I did a motor cal and one motor (LF) sounds different than the rest…broken? Can i find spare motor at sky viper? I looked and they only had 2400 series motors. Love this little bird and appreciate any help!
Mark
PS I couldnt find a way to direct message…is this acceptable to just jump in on a thread??
Any chance of plugging a companion computer into the sky viper. That would make it perfect for my needs.
Ben,
It’s actually got a small companion computer on there, the sonix, which is also running open source code (link) and is responsible for the wifi telemetry and video. Still, it’s pretty small and i’m not sure what operating system (if any) is on there so probably not what you need.
The flight controller has I2C and serial ports available although it will require some solding being there are no connectors. This means it is definitely possible to attach other sensors and/or companion computer.
I hope to publish the hardware details of where these I2C and serial ports are on our wiki. I just need the info from @prowse.
The Sonix is running FreeRTOS.
It does have a bit of spare CPU and memory if what you want to do isn’t too complex.
Hello Mark
Please check this linkbGtpZD0xMTc2Njc2NQ==
I have had several issues with 2 SV maybe it’s the same with yours. Let me know
Dean
Hey dean thank you but i couldnt get link to work…
https://discuss.ardupilot.org/t/skyviper-discussion/22225/4?u=inmotion
Try this. The picture should say not meshed gear
Thanks to James, I’ve just received the info on the board’s pins for I2C, Serial and a bunch of other things and I’ve added to the skyrocket wiki page.
This should open the door for other sensors to be connected to the skyrocket’s flight controller and I’m also keen to try removing the Sonix board (which does wifi telemetry and video) and try connecting it to a regular Pixhawk. Apparently it should work.