Ardupilot

Steps to configure ArduPilot for seamless integration with the AeroNAV-1 module, enabling GPS and magnetometer functionality via the Pixhawk-standard port.

Configuration

Parameter

Value

Description

SERIAL1_PROTOCOL

5

Selects UBlox GPS protocol

SERIAL1_BAUD

115

Set to 115200 for F10N high-rate GNSS

GPS_AUTO_CONFIG

1

Auto-configures the module on boot

GPS_TYPE

1

UBlox (auto-set with above)

COMPASS_USE

1

Enable magnetometer

COMPASS_USE2

1

Enable secondary compass if available

COMPASS_AUTO_ROT

1

Auto-detect orientation

Dual GNSS Setup (AerNAV-1 + Secondary GNSS)

If you’re running two GNSS modules (e.g.,AerNAV-1 + AerNAV-RTK):

Parameter

Value

GPS_TYPE

1

GPS_TYPE2

1

GPS_AUTO_SWITCH

1

GPS_PRIMARY

0 (auto) or select AeroNAV-1’s instance ID

Use Mission Planner → Status tab to compare GPS instances.