2. Lightware SF30/D Altimeter#
Note
The Sensor may be connected/disconnected only when the system is powered off.
Attach the altimeter to the drone using the mountings provided with the sensor.
Connect the cable to SkyHub Connector #1 (yellow).
Power on the system.
Establish either the drone link or auxiliary connection with the SkyHub in the UgCS-CPM software.
On the main screen of the UgCS-CPM, click on the “Payloads” button.
From the available payload list, enable the “Altimeter Lightware SF30D”.
Press the “Save” button and confirm system reload.
Wait until the reload process is finished and the connection to the SkyHub is reestablished.
On the main screen of the UgCS-CPM, click the “Start” button.
From the drop-down widget list, select the “Altimeter Lightware SF30D” and press the blue “plus” button.
To access the configuration menu, press on the “three-dot” icon on the upper right corner of the widget and select “Settings”.
2.1. Lightware SF30/D Altimeter Configuration Parameters#
Parameter |
Default |
Min |
Max |
Precision |
Unit |
Options |
Description |
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Safe altitude |
5 |
0.1 |
50 |
0.1 |
m |
Safe altitude drone will take in case of failsafe or at the end of the route |
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Extended CSV log |
False |
Create extended CSV log |
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Is filtered |
True |
Use software filter for averaging values |
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Rate Hz |
39 |
Hz |
39, 78, 156, 312, 625, 1250, 2501, 5002, 10005, 20010 |
Number of measurements per second |
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Return mode |
LAST |
FIRST, LAST |
Which response to publish as an altitude value |
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Baud rate |
115200 |
bps |
57600, 115200, 230400 |
Connection port baud rate, 115200 recommended by manufacturer |
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Serial device |
Connector #1 (AMA1) |
Connector #1 (AMA1), Connector #2 (S0), Connector #4 (AMA3) |
SkyHub connector number where altimeter is connected |
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Payload Id |
220 |
192 |
220 |
1 |
Payload Id |