From my reading the parameter files hold the setting for your Diatone Taycan, and if using them for a completely different machine then files 04 to 10 need to be edited to reflect the new hardware??
Q1 To avoid mistakes changing the above settings from a 3 inch quad to something else e.g., a 26" Hex, could a set of parameter files with the default setting be made available as the starting point? If you overlooked a parameter then it would stay at the default instead of a 3" quad which may avoid some grief later.
Thanks for the tip when updating the firmware.
Q2 When a new firmware is officially release ‘if and if so where’ is there a list of changes published? I ask as I not sure where to find that.
Yes, all provided intermediate .param files need to be edited to meet your needs, but files:
03_imu_temperature_calibration_results.param → generated by the IMU_calibration script,
11_mp_setup_mandatory_hardware.param → generated by Mission Planner and,
20_inflight_magnetometer_fit_results.param → generated by the MagFit webtool
are provided for illustrative purposes only. You will generate new files locally at your computer and do not need to edit the ones we provide.
The best way to avoid mistakes is to carefully do the steps one by one and edit the files properly.
Do not overlook any parameters, the documentation for them is on the file, you do not even need to switch windows to go hunt for documentation, it is all there on the file.
The MAIN issue users have is using default parameters instead of properly configuring the system.
Default values depend on: the FC you use, the options you compiled in, the version you use and so on. I can not provide you with default files because they would not be the same for everyone.
But you can get the default values of all parameters on your particular system, just use the provided extract_parameter_defaults.py script on one of your .bin log files.
The list of changes is published and it is called the changelog, or Release notes. They are included in every release announcement.
Thank you.
I want to write new log file, but now too windy. I additionally checked all my settings for it. My previous log files too large for sending(
That is normal that logs are too big to upload directly, you have to share your logs through a filesharing service, for example Google drive, Dropbox, WeTransfer, etc.
These services provide a link to your file that you can post here. Just make sure it is not set to ‘private’ so we can access the file.
@amilcarlucas i have 2 pending projects that I need help with. The last line you said there are people who can help. How do I get In touch and what’s the procedure if you could let me know
I edited the post to explain that the provided .param files in the diatone_taycan_mxc.zip file contain information that is not in the first Blog post text.
I hope this makes it clearer that you NEED to use the files in order to understand which parameters to change and how to change them.
Hey friends!
Today the weather finally cleared up. I double-checked all the settings and tried to take off several times. This time around, no errors CPU, the CPU load effect dropped to a maximum of 70% at its peak, down from the previous 100%. However, the hexacopter’s behavior changed. Roll control is very sluggish and takes a long time to recover, despite going through auto-tuning before. I’m attaching my logs and settings, really hoping for some help from the experts. Please assist in identifying any issues with the settings.
Configuration: hexa, 13’', motors 4215 650 kV, CubeOrange+, Here4, frame Tarot 680, power 6s.
In the file 05_remote_controller.param there is a setting RC9_OPTION,300 for a script for that in the notes says “jump to the next waypoint.” Can you share that script or point me in it’s direction? Thanks!
I’ve managed to replicate the scenario during flight where the CPU load hit 100%, and two errors were recorded in the process. Here’s the link to my log file: 00000091.BIN - Google Drive Could you please help me figure out this issue? I’m at my wits’ end here, struggling to pinpoint the errors I’m making on my own. Here’s my configuration: frame Tarot 690, props 13’', motors 4215 650 kV, CubeOrange+, Here4, power 6s, esc FLYCOLOR RAPTOR5 45A BLHeli-32 3-6S
There is my all params: current_param.param (22.0 KB)
In advance, thank you to you and everyone who can help me tackle this issue!
Why is your ATC_RAT_XXX_FLTT not using 17 by the initial parameters, instead of 57.5? also for the INS_GYRO_FILTER, MOT_THST_EXPO.
MOT_THST_HOVER 0.635, looks like under propulsion combination, ideal is 0.35 and below. In my opinion, I may be wrong.
SERVO1_FUNCTION,33, Digital ESC, why are the motor ports connected to Analog Main ports and not Aux ports? I expect SERVO9_FUNCTION,33, SERVO10_FUNCTION,34, and onwards. MOT_PWM_TYPE, DShot300, I cannot find any claim saying the ESC supports DShot300, you may have to double confirm it. Also for SERVO_DSHOT_ESC, BLHeli32/Kiss+EDT.
looks like you have script file running, SCR_ENABLE,1, cause the CPU 100%? Do you want to try disabling it first?
@aleks_od seams to me like you did not look at any of the provided .param files, you did not edit them to meet you needs, and you did not upload them. So I will not look at your logs, sorry.
Hi Jai.GAY!
I’m really grateful for your response.
In beta firmware 4.5.0, support for DShot on analog outputs has been implemented, so I tried to use them. Upon system startup, these outputs are recognized as RCOut: DS300:1-8 PWM:9-14. However, I’ll follow your recommendation and switch the motors to AUX1-6.
Regarding the script execution, you’re absolutely right as well: I frequently access the flight controller (every 50 ms), which likely overloads the processor. I’ve already rewritten the code to fetch this data every 500 ms, which I believe will improve the situation. As for ATC_RAT_XXX_FLTT and MOT_THST_HOVER, I simply overlooked them and set these values incorrectly. I’ll go through all the settings again step by step, taking your remarks into account. Thank you so much for your assistance!
Hello amilcarlucas!
I welcome your response.
I’m not sure why you assumed I hadn’t made any changes, but it’s your call whether to help or not. I’m simply finding it challenging to grasp all the settings, and I’m exerting all efforts to understand the aspects that may be obvious and clear to you. Perhaps I don’t always succeed in doing so, but I’ll continue to delve into these settings. In any case, I want to express my immense gratitude for the effort and time you’ve dedicated to creating this guide.
