How to access maps on Skydio X2E

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  1. Skydio
  2. Skydio X2 Enterprise
  3. Getting Started Skydio X2E

If you are going to be flying in an area without a WiFi connection, you will need to download and cache map data before you begin your flight.  When viewing maps or creating a waypoint mission, you have the option to enter latitude and longitude coordinates. The Coordinates setting is enabled by default displaying Skydio X2, the Enterprise Controller, Home Point, and Fly Here Now, latitude and longitude coordinates on the map in real-time. Disable the setting if you do not want the coordinates displayed on the map. Your selection will persist across flights and power cycles.

Download maps:

Step 1 - Ensure that you have Internet access Maps_internet_required.jpg

Step 2 - Select the INFO menu

Step 3 - Select Download Maps

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Step 4 - Select the + icon 

    • located under Add New Map
    • a satellite view of your location will display
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Step 5 - Drag, pinch, and zoom 

    • until your desired location is centered on the screen

Step 6 - Select Download Map

    • downloaded maps will be 3.5 m (5.6 km) square centered on your target point
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Enter Coordinates:

Step 1 - Enter the Map view

Step 2 - Select the magnifying glass icon

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Step 3 - Enter latitude and longitude coordinates X2_map-enter-coordinates_A0098.jpg

Search by Location:

Step 1 - Enter the Map view

Step 2 - Select the magnifying glass icon

Step 3 - Select Search by Location

Step 4 - Enter address or location

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On-Screen Display:

Step 1 - Select the Device settings menu icon CS_X2E_settings_icon.png
Step 2 - Select the Controller settings tab  

Step 3 - Select On Screen Display

    • toggle Coordinates on or off
    • toggle Telemetry on or off - Speed, height above launch point, range from the launch point, and camera angle (Gimbal pitch) is displayed while in flight
 X2_Coordinates_on_screen_display.jpg

Delete Maps:

Step 1 - Select the INFO menu
Step 2 - Select Download Maps and Select located in the upper right-hand corner of the screen

Step 3 - Press and hold an individual map to enter multi-select mode

    • select one or multiple maps
    • select Delete

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