Quadplane with Spektrum DX6 (not DX6i)

PX4 Autopilot
1

Can I setup a quadplane with a 6 Channel DX6 using a serial receiver? Also, is there a good diagram that shows the wiring for a pixhawk 4 and the servo connections for the control surfaces and forward flight motor.

Sorry for the basic questions… new to Pixhawk and VTOL’s.

Tim

2

I’m not familiar with what the DX6 comes with but you could probably get away with it but will only end up with three flight modes if you have a 3-position switch. Here are the channels you’ll need:

  • Aileron
  • Elevator
  • Rudder
  • Throttle
  • Transition Switch (2-pos)
  • Flight Modes (3-pos)

Good luck.

3

Thanks Rollys
I do have a three position switch + Aileron, Elevator, Rudder, Throttle + 2 programmable aux channels (Gear and Flaps).

I have the quad portion set up and flying correctly through the Motor signal connections 1-4 on the power management board, but not sure of the control surface and forward flight throttle wiring/setup. Are there any good videos or clear wiring diagrams out there?
Thanks
Tim

4

It depends on the airframe type you’re building. There are pre-configured ones and you can look at generic and others.

Good luck.