02. Configuring the Crazyflie

Crazyflie Setup

These instructions are for the Crazyflie using the Flow Deck. Note that UdaciDrone will only be able to control a Crazyflie that either has the Flow Deck of the LocoPositioning system (these instructions assume a Flow Deck is being used).

Also will need the CrazyRadio as that will be how we will be communicating between the computer and the crazyflie.

Setup instructions for getting the CrazyRadio installed on their device.

The CrazyRadio's default bandwidth is enough to send simple commands, but will not be enough to handle the data used by UdaciDrone without introducing a latency that makes things more difficult. Therefore the first step, once you have your CrazyRadio installed properly, will be to increase the bandwidth of the data link from the default 250K (meaning 250 kpbs) to 2M (meaning 2 Mbps). For detailed instructions on how to make this change check out BitCraze's documentation. Here is an abridged version:

1. Open the Crazyflie PC client with your CrazyRadio plugged into your computer and the Crazyflie powered on.

2. In the Connect menu, select the Configure 2.0 option. This should display a window that contains a set of trim setting and radio configuration settings.

3. From the dropdown, select the 2Mbit/s option. Note if you are flying multiple Crazyflies or are having problems with interference, this is also where you change the radio channel the Crazyflie is communicating on.

4. Save the setting to the crazyflie by hitting Write.