Accelerometer Calibration

The QGroundControl app will show you all the steps to place and hold your vehicle in different orientations.

Calibration Steps

Tip

It is necessary to have the autopilot orientation set to proceed with the accelerometer calibration steps. Otherwise, enter the Mountig the Pixhawk tab and perform the steps in the Setting the Orientation subtab.

  1. Open the app QGroundControl and connect the vehicle by the wire to the computer’s usb.
  2. Select the Gear icon (Vehicle Setup) in the top toolbar and then Sensors in the sidebar.
  3. Click the Accelerometer sensor button.
  4. Click OK to start the calibration.
  5. Place the vehicle in the positions shown by the image that appear on the application screen. When the position is requested, the orientation image will turn yellow, leave it in that position (without moving the vehicle) until the calibration is completed. The image will turn green when the calibration is complete.
  6. Repeat the calibration process for all vehicle orientations.