Autel Evo 2 Drone 3 Axis IMU Calibration (Full Tutorial & Demo)

[@eddiemcgeetheoldwoodshop6091]

I just purchased a Autel EVO 2 used it’s coming from California I’m in Texas so I downloaded all 3 of your videos so I can calibrate it when I get it thanks for the detailed videos.

[@mklphoto]

Evan is a great customer service rep.

[@lorageproductions]

Great video. Thanks for clearing this up

[@HobartsReviews]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@mickeymch876]

Thank you! I was stuck on imu calibration step 3, with the imu calibration failure I wasn't able to do a compass calibration. All good now!

[@HobartsReviews]

Awesome Mickey! Glad I could help.

[@GAKTomory]

Thanks, step #3 was killing me.

[@HobartsReviews]

No problem Ken!

[@danilomc9124]

Thank you very much 👍🏻👍🏻

[@HobartsReviews]

Anytime

[@davidstewart9211]

Thank you for the clarification on doing the update. I will redo the calibrations in the order that you specified. I had problems with the gimbal not ready error. I was told to leave it on and ready to fly and wait for 2 to 5 minutes and this should go away. As I was not busy, I let it sit for 30 minutes with the propellers off and ready to fly. After 7 minutes the gimbal not ready error went away but keep reappearing every couple of minutes or so. A compass calibration video maybe in order for us who never flew a DJI drone maybe of a help also. Happy Flying!

[@HobartsReviews]

David, yeah that came directly from Autel for time being until they can fix the errors. After compass calibration outside with gps it seems to get better as well. Good luck and let me know if all is good.

[@davidstewart9211]

@@HobartsReviews The fix was to update my firmware to 2.5.12 and to recalibrate. That solved most problems. Now it doesn`t like flying lower than 12m. The obstacle avoidance slows the drone to a stop. I fly low to avoid the headwinds.

[@marcb6747]

Thank you Hobart, step three is the problem as you say....

[@HobartsReviews]

No problem Marc! Happy I could help!

[@ELVISCAMILO1]

Thank you for the video . Just a question do I have to do IMU calibration

[@HobartsReviews]

Yes! But then giving us the option to do a manual IMU calibration They want us to do it after each software update at a minimum. Do them in the order as I said in the video and you should be good.

[@ELVISCAMILO1]

@@HobartsReviews thank you

[@andrewstorey4991]

Good to hear about the order of calibration. Does it matter when one does the Obstacle Avoidance Sensors calibration?

[@HobartsReviews]

Andrew, I am not sure as I have not had to calibrate my sensors yet. Good morning I understand it's on something you need to do all the time.

[@elizabethwillmott9706]

@@HobartsReviews After updating the firmware (I think 2.5.18), I attempted to calibrate the gimbal. Each time a message would pop-up indicating that the "aircraft is shaking, unable to calibrate." I placed it on a solid table and it was still throughout the process. I never received a message indicating that the calibration was a success. Incidentally, I was able to successfully calibrate the IMU following your instructions. Prior to this update I had no issues calibrating the gimbal. Any suggestions?

[@lorageproductions]

How often should an IMU calibration be done? After firmware updates, New locations?

[@HobartsReviews]

Yes exactly!

[@antdwg67]

I'm stuck on the 3 axis compass calibration could you do a video on that??

[@HobartsReviews]

Yeah I can. The 3rd axis is just like the IMU calibration on step 3. Turn it on its side and go in a circle. You should be good.

[@antdwg67]

@@HobartsReviews ok thanks...I will give that a try Monday I'm about to update to 2.5.12 that was just released in a little bit here. Thanks again!

[@CarneyFelonLawyer]

Why not use the wall to orient on step 3?

[@HobartsReviews]

Dennis...good idea!

[@SP-mp9yi]

Brilliant Idea 💡 Dennis thank you to both you guys. I was stuck turning on the compass points and couldn’t get past 3. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jerrywolf8394]

Like your informative videos. After gimbal calibration inside, is it safe to then turn off drive for a half hour repower up and do a compass calibration and fly. Or should you do gimbal calibration at fly site. Also how often do you do the IMU calibration? Thanks

[@HobartsReviews]

Hey Jerry, Thanks for the kind words! If it was me I would do all of the calibrations while I'm at home and then when you drive a half hour to your flying location then just do a compass calibration to make extra sure that the drone knows where home is. If for some reason it gets stuck on your house 30 minutes away that may not be good. some say you might not need to do another calibration so close to home but I go by the better safe than sorry motto lol

[@Johnpi29]

Hola saludos desde 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇨🇴 Ojalá se pudiera contar con este video en español.

[@MrCliff77]

Do you think its worth the update at this time? And thank you for the video. Stupid question, how do you do a gimbel calibration?

[@HobartsReviews]

Hey Clifton, honestly I'm not sure if it's worth it because I have had some issues even after the latest 2.5.12 update. Good question on the gimbal. if you go to your gimbal settings there will be a automatic gimbal calibration option. Make sure your drone is on a flat surface like a table and go ahead to that section and hit gimbal calibration and it will calibrate. You'll see the gimbal move all over the place during calibration. Don't touch it just leave it be until the finishes.

[@SW-Video]

Is this still an issue or is it resolved via an update?

[@HobartsReviews]

Has what been resolved?

[@SW-Video]

@@HobartsReviews : This issue with the IMU you talk about in the video. Also; is this something that has to be done more than once or is it like DJI with the seamless start up process? I have an E2P on order so I'm not talking bad about it; just want to know what I can expect.

[@HobartsReviews]

Bob, yes it was fixed in a further update. Autel recommends to do the IMU after each software update along with the compass and gimble calibrations.

[@SW-Video]

@@HobartsReviews : Thank you. That seems a little odd to me but I will do it that way. I think I heard Autel comes out with updates every two months or so. Does that sound right or has it been your experience as well?

[@HobartsReviews]

Bob, yeah Autel said it's best practice after a software update. Yes for the most part sometimes sooner sometimes later. Our last update was Dec. 22nd 2020.

[@Kefo007]

Hi do i need to do a imu it is it just IF i got problems Whit THE drone.?

[@HobartsReviews]

You NEED to do an IMU calibration after you do the software update in the order I mentioned. After that Autel says to do an IMU update after software updates in the future and/or if you have issues with the drone.

[@ajaymadan3998]

Great video Cobert, Thanks to you I finally did my IMU on both my EVO 2 Pro 6K drones, was afraid to do till I saw your video ! * * * * * Stars I put the drone against the wall to get a solid stable calibration !

[@HobartsReviews]

Awesome Ajay!

[@hchattaway]

Thank YOU! Seeing how it's actually oriented was a huge help! They just need to maybe draw a line under the drone to indicate the surface so you get an idea of the orientation...

[@HobartsReviews]

You're welcome! Yeah I totally agree. I spoke to them and they are aware it's vague and status they were working on making it more clear.

[@HowIsVietnam]

the big problem with this drone is turn very fast so video that recorded don't look good.