Hi Bluerobots ! I need to add a cheap sonar like a a02 sensor to have a distance data. The idea would be to then use this data to keep a distance from the bottom. This sensor works with RS485, I think it’s possible as other modules also work in rs485. The controller used is a Pixhawk 2.4.8. Is i…

Rs485 communication with a cheap sonar

tony-white (Tony White) January 24, 2025, 10:02pm 5

Hi @Alex_TryTT -
The guide linked previously may be helpful to you, as others have found!

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