Are sensors on with Helix mode ?

[Ferg333]

I'm under the impression that in quick shot mode while runing the Helix function the sensors were off but have read that they are on but you shouldn't trust them.
Can anyone clarify this ?

 

[Treeofliberty]

I flew for the first time (M2P) 2 days ago, at a ballpark. When I tried out helix, it passed very close (probably within 5-10 feet) to a light pole, because I was stupid. This suggests the sensors were off, but I'm a newbie.

I just uploaded the video (too bright, but I've learned since then): Link

 

[FiShBuRn]

After the last FW update on Mavic 2 Pro they are on, keep in mind that the side sensors are weak than front and rear one's....they tend to detect the object to close...

 

[kloogee]

Check out page 22 of the manual. All sensors, including side sensors, are enabled for helix mode since firmware 0100. They also list a million disclaimers around it, including the good old "DJI takes no responsibility..." line.

https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/Mavic_2/Mavic 2 Pro Zoom User Manual V1.4.pdf#page=22

 

[FiShBuRn]

You can also fly with all sensors ON if you go to Active Track and fly without track anything....

 

[Owen Manderfield]

You can also fly with all sensors ON if you go to Active Track and fly without track anything....

That's useful - I normally fly manual POIs and would love to have the side sensors on just in case I missjudge a tree or something. I'll give this a try - never thought of tracking nothing

 

[DanMan32]

If you're not sure about sensors,
Look at what looks like a target at the top middle.
If all red, no sensors are in use.
Part green, part red, no side sensors.
All green, all sensors including side ones are on.
If not actually in flight, it will always show red. I guess somebody at DJI wanted to be literal about sensor status. After all they really aren't in use/on when on the ground.

 

[Ferg333]

Cheers guys
Thanks for all the info on side sensors.

 

[Hedonist222]

You can also fly with all sensors ON if you go to Active Track and fly without track anything....

Great tip.

But how is that different from enabling APAS?