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Compass

On this screen, you will find a compass with options for calibration, manual declination adjustment, and display of magnetic values.

🔄 Compass Calibration​

The first step for proper compass function is its calibration.

  • "Calibrate Compass" button – start calibration manually if the compass shows inaccurate readings.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions – you need to move the controller in a figure-eight motion in the air.

🔧 Declination (Magnetic Deviation) Settings​

  • Automatic declination – the compass sets itself according to GPS and built-in sensors. Recommended for most users.
  • Manual declination setting – if you need accuracy in a specific area, you can enter the declination manually
    • Range: –100° (west deviation) to +100° (east deviation)
What is declination?

Declination is the difference between magnetic north (where the compass points) and geographic north (map direction).
It can vary in different parts of the world – even by several degrees.

Where to find the correct declination value?

To find the exact declination for your location, use the online calculator:
NOAA Magnetic Declination Calculator

🧭 Compass​

In the center of the screen is a compass with cardinal directions:

  • N – North
  • E – East
  • S – South
  • W – West

🔘 The black circle in the center of the compass serves as a level – it helps you hold the controller horizontally.
Proper holding ensures more accurate directional measurement.

📊 Magnetic values (below the compass)​

  • E.g. 1.0 G (value on the left) – indicative value of gravitational acceleration.
    A value around 1.0 G means the device is held or placed stably.
  • E.g. 54 µT (value on the right) – strength of the magnetic field in microteslas.
    Typical values of Earth's magnetism range between 40–60 µT.

📈 Bottom rows – detailed information​

  • Magnetic azimut (°) – a numerical value indicating the current direction the top of the device (controller) is pointing relative to magnetic north. The value is in degrees from 0° to 360°:
    • 0° = north
    • 90° = east
    • 180° = south
    • 270° = west For example, 45° means northeast, 225° is southwest, etc. This value updates continuously as you rotate the controller. It serves as a precise numerical expression of the direction you are currently facing or pointing (e.g., towards the dog or a target).
  • Set declination (°) – the value you entered or that was determined automatically
  • Geographic azimut (°) – the actual direction relative to geographic north, calculated according to declination
  • Calibration quality – shows how well the compass is calibrated (e.g., "Good", "Bad")
tip

If the compass shows incorrectly or the values jump, run the compass calibration again.