Conflicting compass information on screen. Is it ok?

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On a few occasions I've gotten this on screen. On one part of the screen it shows a compass problem and on another it says the compass is "normal".

Which is correct? On all the latest firmware and app.


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I would take that advice just to be safe, move to a different location away from metal objects. You can also check your compass sensor reading on the Go app in the sensors tab. It should be close to Mod value of 1500
 
On a few occasions I've gotten this on screen. On one part of the screen it shows a compass problem and on another it says the compass is "normal".

Which is correct? On all the latest firmware and app.


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This is caused by magnetic interference or metal near the P3. Don't fly with a compass error. Fly from a different spot or location. Don't take off concrete or near vehicles.
 
If it's a rare occasion I'd err on the side of caution and choose another spot to take off from, and I'd do a compass calibration in a good location as well. I wouldn't disregard a warning message.
 
On a few occasions I've gotten this on screen. On one part of the screen it shows a compass problem and on another it says the compass is "normal".

Which is correct? On all the latest firmware and app.


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This is an overlay message with compass error. Take care of it.
 
Definitely needs attention, don't disregard the error.
 
On a few occasions I've gotten this on screen. On one part of the screen it shows a compass problem and on another it says the compass is "normal".

Which is correct?
They both are.
It's not saying there is a problem with your compass.
It's telling you that the compass has detected a problem.
The rest of the message explains it well.
 
Definitely don't take off with any sort of abnormal compass error report, as I once found out to my cost!
 

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