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Hi RichardNo. Attitude mode is not something to be scared of.
Attitude mode is an option to select on the DJI Phantom series of drones. When I bought the Spark, I was disappointed that the option was no longer available. So, I learned how to convert the Spark Sport mode switch to enter attitude mode. I use attitude mode often, and am considering flying only in attitude mode. Why? Attitude mode is much more fun, and the video is much smoother; especially when turning the Spark.
I got the Spark up to 45mph in attitude mode. At 45 mph the video is not good. What is good is the smooth flight. Attitude mode has unique attributes. One of the main attributes is the slow braking. If I fly straight forward in attitude mode, then let go of the sticks, the Spark just keeps going. Eventually it will come to a stop, but no where near as quickly as when in the puppeteer GPS mode. Also, when in attitude mode, the Spark does not have that bizarre FPV banking that the GPS Sport mode has.
I thoroughly enjoy attitude mode.
Typically, but not always, I fly the Spark up to 125 to 150 feet in the air before I switch to attitude mode. At that height, Spark is not likely to run into anything. When in attitude mode, the flight elevation is constant unless you raise/lower it. So, forward/backward, right/left at the same height always.
When I am in attitude, I can instantly access GPS mode by simply switching the Sport mode switch back to GPS. This slams on the brakes, and any risk of collision is mitigated. Though at 125 to 150 feet there is little risk of running into anything
If anyone is interested in learning how to alter Sport mode to become attitude mode, PM me, and I'll walk you through it. The change is made to the firmware by changing one number, and not by rewiring or soldering anything. You can easily change the setting back and forth from Sport to attitude mode should you want to. You can even do it in thhe field, with your tablet. I've never done that, but the resources need are not CPU hogs.
BTW I am not a dare devil, but attitude mode is too much fun to ignore.
Hi Richard,No. Attitude mode is not something to be scared of.
Attitude mode is an option to select on the DJI Phantom series of drones. When I bought the Spark, I was disappointed that the option was no longer available. So, I learned how to convert the Spark Sport mode switch to enter attitude mode. I use attitude mode often, and am considering flying only in attitude mode. Why? Attitude mode is much more fun, and the video is much smoother; especially when turning the Spark.
I got the Spark up to 45mph in attitude mode. At 45 mph the video is not good. What is good is the smooth flight. Attitude mode has unique attributes. One of the main attributes is the slow braking. If I fly straight forward in attitude mode, then let go of the sticks, the Spark just keeps going. Eventually it will come to a stop, but no where near as quickly as when in the puppeteer GPS mode. Also, when in attitude mode, the Spark does not have that bizarre FPV banking that the GPS Sport mode has.
I thoroughly enjoy attitude mode.
Typically, but not always, I fly the Spark up to 125 to 150 feet in the air before I switch to attitude mode. At that height, Spark is not likely to run into anything. When in attitude mode, the flight elevation is constant unless you raise/lower it. So, forward/backward, right/left at the same height always.
When I am in attitude, I can instantly access GPS mode by simply switching the Sport mode switch back to GPS. This slams on the brakes, and any risk of collision is mitigated. Though at 125 to 150 feet there is little risk of running into anything
If anyone is interested in learning how to alter Sport mode to become attitude mode, PM me, and I'll walk you through it. The change is made to the firmware by changing one number, and not by rewiring or soldering anything. You can easily change the setting back and forth from Sport to attitude mode should you want to. You can even do it in the field, with your tablet. I've never done that, but the resources need are not CPU hogs.
BTW I am not a dare devil, but attitude mode is too much fun to ignore.
had it go into atti mode yesterday while messing around with sports mode, it only changed for a second and then went back to GPS.
if you're flying GPS and lose connection with the drone it will RTH, but what happens if you're flying GPS lose connection & drone goes atti mode? will it still try to RTH or basically you just have to pray you can get signal back to control it yourself?
No. Attitude mode is not something to be scared of.
Attitude mode is an option to select on the DJI Phantom series of drones. When I bought the Spark, I was disappointed that the option was no longer available. So, I learned how to convert the Spark Sport mode switch to enter attitude mode. I use attitude mode often, and am considering flying only in attitude mode. Why? Attitude mode is much more fun, and the video is much smoother; especially when turning the Spark.
I got the Spark up to 45mph in attitude mode. At 45 mph the video is not good. What is good is the smooth flight. Attitude mode has unique attributes. One of the main attributes is the slow braking. If I fly straight forward in attitude mode, then let go of the sticks, the Spark just keeps going. Eventually it will come to a stop, but no where near as quickly as when in the puppeteer GPS mode. Also, when in attitude mode, the Spark does not have that bizarre FPV banking that the GPS Sport mode has.
I thoroughly enjoy attitude mode.
Typically, but not always, I fly the Spark up to 125 to 150 feet in the air before I switch to attitude mode. At that height, Spark is not likely to run into anything. When in attitude mode, the flight elevation is constant unless you raise/lower it. So, forward/backward, right/left at the same height always.
When I am in attitude, I can instantly access GPS mode by simply switching the Sport mode switch back to GPS. This slams on the brakes, and any risk of collision is mitigated. Though at 125 to 150 feet there is little risk of running into anything
If anyone is interested in learning how to alter Sport mode to become attitude mode, PM me, and I'll walk you through it. The change is made to the firmware by changing one number, and not by rewiring or soldering anything. You can easily change the setting back and forth from Sport to attitude mode should you want to. You can even do it in the field, with your tablet. I've never done that, but the resources need are not CPU hogs.
BTW I am not a dare devil, but attitude mode is too much fun to ignore.
Wow, thank you for taking the time to convey all of this, I appreciate it!Hi,
It's this easy. Go slowly as there is a lot on information presented to you, but you will only make small changes to values. So, go slowly to not be overwhelmed
1) Delete DJI Assistant 2 V1.2.6 from your computer. If you don't have it installed, then don't worry about it.
2) Install DJI Assistant 2 V1.1.2 You can download it from this site https://flyflydrones.com/pages/download-links
3) Download Notepad ++ It's free, but be careful where you download it from. I downloaded my version from Notepad.com, or something like that.
4) Once installed access the V1.1.2 which is likely in
C:\program files (x86), DJI Product, DJI Assistant 2, App files, Main.js
(right click to select open with Notepad++)
5) Scroll down until you find the code \\mainwindow.webcontents.opendevtools() It may be on row 113, or very near that line. Remove the \\ characters at the front of the code, and save the change. Be sure you have saved the change. Close out the app, and go back into the program and review to be sure \\ is no longer in the code.
6) While still in C:\program files (x86), DJI Product, DJI Assistant 2 (Note: no longer in App files folder) right click and select Open, or Run as Administrator. Your computer may prompt you to accept the app making changes, and you select Yes.
7) With DJI Assistant 2 V1.1.2 open, look for >> in the upper right hand corner to the right of the word resources. click the >>. Then, click Local Storage, then File://
8) change the value in the field debug from 0 to 1, and then the field enable debug from false to true.
Note: to change these click on the 0, until only it is highlighted. Change the value and hit enter. Do the same to change false to true.
9) connect Spark via USB to your computer. An icon for Spark will appear. Click the icon. After clicking the icon a panel with a whole bunch of stuff will appear on the left side of DJI Assistant 2 V1.1.2 Scroll down until you see the word parameters.
10) After selecting parameters, a whole lot of stuff will be visible to you. Be careful to not change anything that you don't understand what it does.
11) Look for the parameter g_config_control_control_mode[1] To make it easier, there is a search bar. copy the code on the left to the search bar. It will find the parameter for you. Before you change anything, select the + sign on the far right. Doing so will save the parameter as a 'favorite' for you.)
12) Change the default value (8), which is Sport mode to (3), which is attitude mode.
Your done!
Disconnect Spark from the computer, and close out the application DJI Assistant 2 V1.1.2
When you go out to fly, find an open field. Start with Spark in GPS mode (Sport mode NOT switch on), I recommend that you raise the drone to a height that can not fly into anything. Then when you are ready, switch the sport mode switch to 'on'. Notice that the DJI GO 4 app will indicate that you are in Atti mode - highlighted in yellow
Play around with the mode. Notice that speed of Spark is greater than when in Sport mode. Also notice that the Yaw (left stick turning left or right) is much smoother in atti mode. Be aware that the braking of the Spark is MUCH slower.
To test out the in and out of mode ease, switch the Sport mode switch back to GPS mode. Notice that you are instantly back in GPS mode.
Good luck.
Remember that attitude mode can be risky, but treated with respect will give you a whole new perspective on drones.
If you decide that Atti mode is not for you, follow the instructions above to change back to Sport mode.
Finally, you are doing this at your own risk. I will not be responsible for any problems this causes. This method works easily, and is done by many. go slowly so as to do it right, and you will be fine
Regards
Richard
Quick follow up. In atti do we continue to see accurate compass reading and other metrics (assume so)? I had a compass error recently and managed to get back via RTH, but how would one begin to fly back if you lose the compass for a protracted period of time? Gulp.Wow, thank you for taking the time to convey all of this, I appreciate it!
I don't know that I can answer your question. In Atti mode all of the telemetry is maintained as it is in GPS mode.Quick follow up. In atti do we continue to see accurate compass reading and other metrics (assume so)? I had a compass error recently and managed to get back via RTH, but how would one begin to fly back if you lose the compass for a protracted period of time? Gulp.
This is extremely helpful thank you!I don't know that I can answer your question. In Atti mode all of the telemetry is maintained as it is in GPS mode.
All atti mode does is 'release' the drone's control from GPS mode. However, the GPS mode is always running in the background such that when you switch back to GPS mode, the drone is instantly under GPS control.
A compass error may result in atti mode. However, RTH is independent and should over ride the atti mode switch selection.
to best eliminate compass errors, select the copter icon, then go to advanced settings, sensors state, then make sure your IMU signal strength is excellent, and then select Compass, and be sure the compass signal strength is excellent.
I do this as part of my pre-flight check list.
In full disclosure, when DJI updated their firmware, I lost atti mode as the Sport mode alternative.
Being that I had moved on to Mavic Pro, I did not re-do Spark to atti mode.
I am considering the same steps described above for the Mavic Pro, but have yet to do it.