diff --git a/docs/Controls.md b/docs/Controls.md index a8715e5a5..a0dd0545f 100644 --- a/docs/Controls.md +++ b/docs/Controls.md @@ -43,3 +43,38 @@ The stick positions are combined to activate different functions: Download a graphic [cheat sheet](https://multiwii.googlecode.com/svn/branches/Hamburger/MultiWii-StickConfiguration-23_v0-5772156649.pdf) with Tx stick commands (the latest version can always be found [here](https://code.google.com/p/multiwii/source/browse/#svn%2Fbranches%2FHamburger)). + +## Yaw control + +While arming/disarming with sticks, your yaw stick will be moving to extreme values. In order to prevent your craft +from trying to yaw during arming/disarming while on the ground, your yaw input will not cause the craft to yaw when the +throttle is LOW (i.e. below the `min_check` setting). + +For tricopters, you may want to retain the ability to yaw while on the ground, so that you can verify that your tail +servo is working correctly before takeoff. You can do this by setting `tri_unarmed_servo` to `1` on the CLI (this is the +default). If you are having issues with your tail rotor contacting the ground during arm/disarm, you can set this to +`0` instead. Check this table to decide which setting will suit you: + +
Is yaw control of the tricopter allowed? | +||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Disarmed | Armed | +|||
Throttle low | Throttle normal | Throttle low | Throttle normal | +|
tri_unarmed_servo = 0 | No | No | No | Yes | +
No | No | No | Yes | +|
tri_unarmed_servo = 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | +
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | +