DJI Naza Quadcopter Getting Started and Running in Less Than 10 Minutes - Upgrade from KKMulticopter
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ก.ค. 2024
- I finally took the plunge and upgraded my KKmulticopter flight controller to the DJI Naza. I've been wanting to do this for a while, but as you know the Naza is quite an investment over the KK board.
This video will show you how to get your Naza in the air in less than 10 minutes. This assumes you've already wired everything up and focuses mainly on the software configuration.
One thing I failed to mention in the video is if you're doing a quad X configuration you want to make sure your props are mounted in the proper direction.
- The front right motor is #1 and prop should spin counter-clockwise
- The font left motor is #2 and prop should spin clockwise
- The back left motor is #3 and prop should spin counter-clockwise
- The back right motor is #4 and prop should spin clockwise
If you have any questions please post them in the comments and I'll see what I can do to help. I plan on doing a video of some of the more advanced Naza features when I get some free time. - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
Dennis, I continue to be amazed at the DJI Naza M with GPS. I did have two crashes, both caused by me. Once the battery fell out, it fell from 100ft and broke two arms and props. The second time, I accidentally switched to manual mode when the quadcopter was at a steep angle far away from me, I over controlled and put it into a tumble. Dropped from 200 feet or more. All 4 arms broken, 4 props, 2 motors torn off. I had extra parts, put it all together, works like new, no damage to Naza.
It was smart to have failsafe configured and ready to use. Nice job.
Donald, that's what I wanted to hear! Nice job and yes the Naza is a pretty amazing little FC. It's even more impressive given the wind conditions you were flying in. I'm looking forward to seeing some vids soon. Thanks for the feedback.
Thanks! Glad they're helping you out. I've struggled through a lot of this so I'm trying to share the ins and outs of getting in the air.
Dennis, thanks for your video. I finally got my Futaba, Got everything synced, and took my Storm Drone outside in 17 mph winds. The NAZA M is amazing, it just stayed in place, drifting slightly, amazing. And, flying around what a difference from the controller that came with it. Before, if I took my eyes off of the quad for a few seconds, I might be in trouble, this thing, Once the battery drained it softly landed on it's own!
Very glad to hear you got it fixed. Thanks for sharing.
My transmitter and receiver work well with the storm drone from heli pal. After watching some videos, I have ordered a futaba transmitter and receiver, the same one I have seen in one of the NAZA M videos. That should solve my problem, thanks for getting back to me. I like your videos!
Tank You.
I already buy it :)
Last night I was not sleaping, trying to mount and setup Naza.
Still need to calibrate it and tes flight. Hope will be all ok.
In last 24 h I already learn haw to setup failsafe on DX6i.
With some luck, I hope that tomorow can fly it and be happy :)
Have a nice weekend !
it has been some time but I will try it and see what is happening and get back to you. thank you!
thanks bro looks very simple.
It handles great. I upgraded to the Turnigy 9X so I could set different flight modes and get more control over my channels. I flew with the DX5e for several months before getting a 9X off of eBay. It's one of the best transmitters for the money.
Like your videos man! :D
That's a good suggestion. I actually ended up turning mine over and letting the LED show through a hole in the frame. It would be better if I mounted on the bottom and I'll definitely consider it in the near future. Thanks.
Now that's a good tip. Thanks!
True. I've spent a lot of money through trial and error and probably would have been better paying extra for a packaged product that works out of the box. But part of the fun has been the learning experience. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.
Thanks I will check it out
I'm sorry to hear that, but glad you're getting back into the hobby. It is a strange feature when coming from KK, but you definitely get used to it. I've never seen a case where the motors spin out of control when arming. They always spin at a slow idle before I apply throttle. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.
Good question. I wasn't able to get my DX5e to work. The problem I had was channel 5 had a fix PWM for each endpoint and I couldn't adjust the PWM. Therefore I was unable to use it for changing flight modes on my NAZA. I had to upgrade to the Turnigy 9X to get this feature to work.
Amigo a dúvida é , aquela dancinha girando o drone na horizontal para o led ficar verde depois na vertical não é necessário para concluir em qui parte ? grato muito bom seu vídeo !
Nice set up wanted to know if everything went well let me know
I know this is a simple question, but what receiver are you using with your Devo 7? Have you gone though the bind process and does the receiver respond to inputs from your TX? I'm just wondering if you take the Naza out of the equation are you able to spin up your motors directly?
Hey Dennis I watched your vid and you really helped me a lot to get my my NAZA assistant up and running. My Assistant looks a lot different than yours so I dont know if we have different versions or what but its mostly the same stuff. One thing thats bugging me is that My Assistant doesnt seem to have a button or a way to write to the controller. If it does then I sure cant find it.
Yes. Everything is flying perfectly. The Naza is an amazing flight controller and really takes the work out of keeping the quadcopter in the air. Are you currently building one?
great video mate could you tell me as i bought a 2nd hand quad and it didnt come with the usb lead for naza , is it a naza specific usb lead ? or could i buy from a pc store thx 4 any infos
Didn't pick one out yet is the 9x hard to program and should I stick with the stock esc and motors I see the Simon k esc are good on rcf thanx
THANKS for the videos, sir my question is, that how we can select the Atti and manual mode. and can we make f450 still in the air using DX5e.
and can we use GPS with DX5e. please answer.
I hear you. If you're buying a fully packaged setup you're definitely looking at that price. But if you decide to get some decent parts and build it yourself you can get it much cheaper. Other than flight controller one of the most expensive pieces are the video goggles. I'm still using a video monitor, but hopefully one day I'll get some goggles or build my own :)
Yep you're right about the new Assistant writing to the controller in real-time. The reason I cant get up a fly in ten minutes is because my 9XR radio w/ (Orange 9CH DSM2 RX) is as new to me as the NAZA is. I am trying to learn it all at once and thats tough man. Right now I have my channels 1,2,3,4 wired correctly and The Assistant agrees. I am still struggling with my 3 position switch to setup the [GPS][Atti][Manual] flight modes. my 3 pos sw is moving the slider but not to the right place
I am hopefully about to move up to the NAZA from my KK1 but I have to say. I DO NOT like the 3 sec spin arming thing. Is there a way of arming with no spin at all?
Hey Dennis sorry giving u hard time but I have f450 whit naza v2 but the only radio the I have is spectrum dx5 n my question is if can use it whit naza v2 while I waited for my dx8 please reply
Glad to hear it. How did your first flight go?
I'm stuck I'm getting the dji F450 with the naza v2 and GPS going to built it my self but what's a good radio system to get for it to get the max out of the 450
i understand sir, but i just want to know how you set ATTI mode on the software assistant using DX5e.. because the 5th channel is on failsafe when i connect it.
yes f450 want naza to and i got same radio with rx but i was not sure how to connect and how to set up
Thanks for your reply. I have Parallels with window 8 on my mac pro. But its not working, I think its due to window 8. Any idea can a copy of Parallels be install on multiple mac? Thinking of installing it on my macbook, I still looking around. Thanks anyway.
Dennis how do u hook up the naza vu unit
When I try to connect to my mac, with parallels, and with a MS machine, the MC output stays on and I cannot get it to calibrate my transmitter. Maybe it is because I am trying to use a Devo 7 with my Storm Drone. Any thoughts?
Yes, I'm using a MacBook Pro running Windows 7 using Parallels. You can probably use Bootcamp or even VMware's Fusion, but I'm most familiar with Parallels. I can guarantee that the Naza hooked up via USB using Parallels works without any problems. I hope this helps.
Hi Dennis! I just got my Naza and I have the same Tx as you in this video (DX5e) Im still stuck with the Yellow Flashing thing. My Tx is Ok in Naza Assistant but I cant get it to work with Tx Channel 5, so I cant change modes, Im always in FailSafe.
Man, your tutorial is amazing!! Thank you a lot!! So i wanna building my own quad but i don't have nobody to do this so. Could you make a tutorial how to building quad start to finish which mean how put ESC, Flight board control, GPS and also how set up and calibration them. Please we need your help boss!!
Thank you for the feedback. I'm working on a new build for the QAV400 and I'm going to cover some of these topics. Is there a particular flight controller you're interested in? I'm going to test the QAV400 with the NAZA, MWC, and APM 2.5 hopefully.
I don't believe there's a way around this. I took the same upgrade path as you, from KK to Naza but didn't find the arming sequence to be that much of a pain. I got used to it pretty quick and it's a great way from me to know whether or not my controller is armed.
Just curious if you finally got it working???
There are two plugs that come off the VU. The big plug goes horizontally into the NAZA LED port and the smaller servo looking lead goes into X3.
Hi, great job, I have a old Toshiba about 6 years old. I can not get the Naza software to work in my lap top? it can not see when I plug it in??? I called Naza and all they tell me is I did something wrong? maybe I did? I do not know?
I used to have the DX5e and couldn't get it to work. The problem is that I could set a specific PWM for the 5th channel so it wasn't possible to get the slider where I wanted it to be. I decided to upgrade to the Turnigy 9X for more capabilities.
What type of TX/RX setup do you currently have? I really like the Turnigy 9X radio and if you get the FrSky TX/RX combo for the Turnigy 9X you won't be disappointed with the range. Probably the best range you can get for the money.
Glad to hear it. Hope everything works out and let me know if you have any additional questions. Thanks for the feedback.
Hi, Just saw your video, very helpful and nicely done. If I am not wrong, you using a macbook for you setup? If so, can share how you did it ? Thanks for sharing the video.
OK cool where to get the mac bootcamp? I do have a mac store next to me maybe they can help. I really do appreciate your help
Dennis, how did you get your DX5e to operate the 3 position. flight mode switch in the assist software. I am not able to illuminate ( blue ) a usable flight mode ?
+Buckshot Unfortunately I wasn't able to get the multiple flight modes with the DX5e so I upgraded to the Turnigy 9X.
George, this video was created almost a year ago so I was using an older version of the assistant. Anyway, I was concerned about the same thing regarding "writing" to the Naza controller. My belief is that it writes changes automatically as you change them in the user interface. I'm pretty sure that's the case. If it's not then I must be crazy because it sure does feel like it's working.
I hear you loud and clear. I love the Naza. I had a similar battery crash with my APM 2.5. Boy did I feel like an idiot when the battery slid out and detached from the quad about 50ft in the air. That won't be happening again. Glad to hear you're up and running again. BTW, if you want to chat more check out garagepilots . com and please sign up. Thanks for the note.
When you say it's not working are you talking about the Naza Assistant software or is there a problem with the Naza controller being recognized via USB? I believe I have a Windows 8 beta running in Parallels so let me see if I can reproduce your problem. I'm sure you may already know this, but you can run multiple versions of Windows under the same Parallels install. For example, on my MBP I'm running Parallels with Win XP, Win 7, and Win 8.
The attitude mode is set by your transmitter. So if you cannot adjust the output for that channel then you can't change to attitude mode. It's not currently possible to do with the DX5e.
Good question. Unfortunately you can't. I was hoping to do the same, but couldn't get my PWMs set on the DX5e so I had to upgrade to the Turnigy 9X.
The 9X takes some getting used to. I can't say it's easy, but once you figure it out it starts to make more sense. I fly with Simon K and really enjoy it. There are guys that swear by it and say that it's much more responsive than the stock ESC firmware.
Hey Dennis im really hoping you can help me out ... i have the exact setup here with my dx5e and naza m lite w/o gps..i am having one heck of a time trying to get everything going. i have brand new 4s 3000mah packs with a xt60 to ec3 splitter and when i connect to the dji assistant i follow your video to the T and all im getting afterwards is a rapid flashing red led on the vu. my pack is fully charged what do you think the problem may be
Thank you in advance
Try disabling your voltage protection altogether. Just as a starting place. If you're flying with GPS make sure you've calibrated it properly. If you have further problems check out www.garagepilots.com and someone should be able to help you out over there.
I can't get the usb driver to install. The usb driver that I download from DJI site.
Thanks for looking into it.
Are you running any sort of virtualization or Boot Camp. I don't know any other way of getting this running without a way to run Windows on your Mac. Let me know and I'll see if I can assist.
Take a look at a stock F450 build list and then get motors, escs, props that are close to this setup. This is what I currently have on my TBS Discovery frame w/ NAZA:
- iPeaka 30A ESCs
- iPower 950 kV motors
- 10x4.5 props
You're absolutely right. It is a micro usb cable.
sir please tell me how you set Atti mode on DX5e plz reply soon
Do you know how to install usb driver on a mac computer?
Hellow,
I just come back from my zone store. I wanted to buy Naza, but before I ask them if it's work with my DX6I radio, and they say that do not guarantee this and can not work, especialy with DSM2. But here, I see that You use DX5. I miss something ?
Thanks, I never did like the Devo 7 transmitter, a nightmare to program.
I'm pretty sure it's a standard micro usb cable. I've read on quite a few forums where users have taken the cable from their smartphone and used it on the Naza. I have a standard cable (non-Naza branded) that I may try later today and will let you know.
Hi I have a question. I have a dji f450 already built when I bought it new. The motors won't turn and I get 3 red flashes then one yellow flash. I got the receiver and transmitter to link . I downloaded the software on my laptop but nothing. I'm registered with dji so I'm sure I got to put the info in before I can use the software . This is my first drone and had it about two weeks. My futaba 6j is also programmed for the heli. Any pointers ? . Thank you
Have you calibrated your ESCs? I know it's sometimes a pain to get up and running, but I'd definitely check ESCs as a starting place. If you continue to have problems please post in the forums at www.garagepilots.com. We should be able to help you out over there. Good luck!
Yeah you're right. I think I am just being a little over critical of the feature. I just do not like the idea of my props spinning under the control of something other than “me”. I had a pretty bad accident and got cut up pretty bad about 4 years ago tuning a collective pitch 3D heli so I am very head-shy about stuff like this. I am just now getting back into flying after all that and my F450 is what I am using to do it. Almost having your right arm gnawed off will change your life! lol :)
hey Dennis.....i was thinking about upgrade my mwc board....to a naza......i have the same quad frame that you have.....Please tell me what parts would i have to order just to use naza...no gps......i like this video.....that's what i want for my quad.....just what u did to ur's........please !!!!!Storm16s
I have a mac but can't get the soft wear on the mac to set up the naza how did u do it help please. thanks
You'll need to be able to run Windows on your Mac. This can be done with Parallels or Bootcamp.
Hopefully your Futaba is easier than the Devo. I'm flying with the Turnigy 9X and I have to say that I haven't seen any TX where programming is super simple.
Yes I just bought a quadcopter and it came with the DJI Naza but it wont run on my mac computer unless I have windows so thats where im stuck at.
What version of Windows are you running and have you verified that other USB devices are recognized when plugged into your machine? If it's not a problem with your USB hardware then I may be able to help you with the driver installation, but Windows should at least recognize that you've attached a USB device.
thx mate i might go get a mini usb cable and see if it works
I keep getting a CFG error in dji assistant any thoughts? I'm using the dx5e with an ar6200
Have you calibrated your ESCs? Please post more info at www.garagepilots.com in the forums and we'll be glad to give you some help.
I verified that my APM 2.5 cable works with the Naza so that tells me a standard cable will work. But please make sure you get a micro USB and not a mini. There's a difference and I'd hate for you to end up with the wrong cable. It probably makes sense to take your Naza VU with you just to make sure the cable fits. Good luck!
can you switch modes with the DX5e on the naza?
Nathen M There's no way to configure the PWM on channel 5 so I couldn't get it into the mode I wanted. I ended up upgrading and getting a Turnigy 9X. Now I'm not saying it's impossible to do with the DX5e...I just couldn't figure out how to do it.
what radio receiver did you use and how did you connect it to the naza ?
I have a radiolinke R7EH and I'm not figuring out the right way to connect it
+Nuno Fontainhas Dias This is the TX/RX combo I was using in the video: amzn.to/1QLcdRE Unfortunately I'm not familiar with the R7EH so I can't help with it.
after testing some configurations, decided myself to get the dji dc7 and receiver... will connect it tommorow
I'm not sure what you're asking then. What specifically are you trying to do? Are you trying to run the DJI Naza Assistant?
Nice. Naza it's great. Only that I was almost to lost him on the roof :) because failsafe that try to land 5m away from the start. When -i connect it to the pc, I see that GPS was not ok in setup, so do not respond to any off my command. I was luccky because in last moment when the props already toch the roof , I manage to deactivate fail safe and fly away.Need to make more test befoore make it perfect.
Granted this is an old video and the Assistant has been upgraded and is now set out somewhat different than your vid. You skipped out setting up the mode switch and ESC calibration. Do you still have/use the Naza M lite and have upgraded your setup? If so.. the M-Lite is still on sale and a revised vid may be an idea....
That's a great tip. I need to do that but no longer have my M Lite. Will see if I can find one to put a video together. Thanks.
What kind of receiver are you using
In this video I'm using the AR500 receiver, which came with the DX5e.
The only thing I know to tell you right now is you'll need an installation of Windows...either via CD or ISO. Then you'll need a way to run this installation either via Mac Boot Camp or Parallels. The Mac Boot Camp version is cheaper because it should be built into your Mac...assuming you have a newer Intel based one. Parallels costs $80 but allows you to run Windows inside Mac OS. Where Boot Camp requires you to restart and boot into Windows....a little bit more work to do. Hope this helps.
It should be installed on your Mac...assuming you have an Intel based one. Go to Spotlight on your Mac and search for "boot camp". You should see something show up called "Boot Camp Assistant". Click on that and it will walk you through the process.
Dennis, have you heard of an error where when you set up the Naza you get an error 4 low voltage warning and the naza will not work? I have seen this on forums and no real good advise on how to fix.
Dan Allen No I haven't seen that before. Do you have voltage protection turned on in the Assistant? Perhaps you should disable that while you're configuring. Here is a thread with some different ideas:
www.multirotorforums.com/showthread.php?3077-Rapid-flashing-red-light-and-quot-VOL-LOW-4-quot-error
Thanks Dennis. Found out that I did not have the Naza PMU connected to the X3 port on the controller. That solved it.
Im using nanz and dx5e tooo but I have no idea how to make my quad fly. I finished calibration but just cant make it move. I had error 29 and have no diea how to fix it. Also after plug off the usb connection, the naza led has yellow flash lights. And also, the nazo software is really different from mine. Can you help me out? thanks!!
Will you post over on www.garagepilots.com and hopefully we can help you out over there? It's hard to say what's going on without more information. Thanks!
Im starting from scratch I have nothing down loaded on my mac
im having alot of issues can you help if your still able??
marry jane If you're having problems I recommend checking out www.garagepilots.com and posting in our forums. We should be able to help you out over there.
Hello Dennis, okay? I want to thank your contact. Understand how it is that time. Sorry. I wait for your tips later on. I know your video will help me a lot, thank you for your time. Happy Holidays and Happy 2014 with many flights. lol.
Thanks! Happy Holidays and New Year to you too!
Check my latest video and see if it helps. Unfortunately I can't post a link in the comments so you should see a video about installing the driver in Win 8. The first thing that comes to mind related to your issue is do you have the Naza connected and powered when you install the driver? Please post any further questions in the new vid if you don't mind. Thx!
hello i like video on the naza lite but how do i program my dx6 radio to do that can you help
Paul Antonucci I don't have any experience with the DX6 and ended up upgrading from my DX5e to the Turnigy 9X. But maybe this will help. See page 15 that talks about flight modes:
www.horizonhobby.com/pdf/SPM6700-Manual_EN.pdf
Good luck and hope you get it working.
Ok thank you but I got it I had to update my dx6 how do you like the turning is it any good
Yeah but I wish i could fly one but I want to put a FPV on it and I dont know any good quads that are good for that that aren't like $1000
Im starting from scratch I have nothing downloaded on my mac
I have a spektrum dx6i, and the r615x reciever everything work as calibrtion and all that but as soon as I unplug the usb the maza starts flashing orange non stop. Also I cannot get the motors to start. PLEASE HELP!!!
Marco Casas I wish I could help but no longer have a Spektrum TX/RX setup. Good luck and keep us posted on your findings.
Naza sucks XD lol cc3d is better i think
what if my red blinking light dont change to green when i plug in the usb at 3.13. ive followed all the steps
It's hard to say what the problem is. Are you flying with GPS? Check out www.garagepilots.com and post your question over there. We'll be happy to help if you can provide more info. Good luck!
Dennis Baldwin i got to work, i just needed the usb cable plugged in when i downloaded the software
Hi I have been trying to connect a NAZA M LITE to my computers for a few week now with absolutly no luck. I have a windows 7 8 10 and another 7 but they do not reconize the usb at all, I have tried the fix DJI has and they said go find help after a while.I have had the unit tested it is good tried cords anything with same results.Any ideas?
Have you installed the DJI Win Driver from here?
www.dji.com/product/naza-m-lite/download
Hopefully that does the trick. Sorry for your troubles. I know how frustrating that can be.
Yes I have and it just doesn't see the usb, I have sent a computer to my cousin who said he would be able to get it and I will find out. Thank you for your help. Greg
Greg, I have iMacs on Sierra ( latest OS) and an old win7 PC. I dont have any trouble with either... but most folk on Windows seem not to also downloads the windows driver install .exe from the DJI website.
LINK: www.dji.com/naza-m-lite/download
I had to buy a different computer to get it to load and then no problem, it needed windows 7 I had 4 that did not have it. thank you
mmm must have been on XP or did you upgrade? I have three very good but old PC on XP and they do not accept the current browsers.... just cannot bring myself to scrap them . Glad to hear you got it sorted though.
As long as you have a receiver that is compatible with your DX6i you shouldn't have any problems. I'm not sure why your hobby store would tell you this. I've used my Spektrum with my Naza with no problems. If you'd like more help please feel free to join our community at garagepilots . com where you can post in our forums and get help with Naza and other setups.
Please Please help! Mine does not cut the throttle right away like yours does and I feel this it dangerous. How do I fix this?
TKHONDA7 I'm not sure what's causing the delay with cutting your throttle. I'd look into your TX/RX settings and see if there's something causing it there. Sorry, wish I could be of more help. Good luck.
Change the the motor setting to low...... Maybe this will help. Anyway safe flying and landing:)
I Fixed what the problem was, you should only connect four channels, i.e throtle, aieron elevator and rudder, then by default the DX5e with naza software assistant will show ATTI MODE> ...........