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The next step is to calibrate the device for the aircraft. Calibration consists of measuring the
distance from the Stadia unit to the ground while the aircraft is parked. This is done so that
Stadia can factor this distance into its calculations and give you a true value of your aircraft’s
wheel height above the ground. Calibration can be done one of two ways: automated calibration,
or manual input. If you choose the automated calibration it is very important that Stadia is
connected to the app, and that Stadia is in Active Mode, otherwise this process will not work.
For automated calibration, ensure that the aircraft is parked on level ground, and that the airplane
is flight level. This means that tailwheel aircraft may need to be propped up in the rear. If this is
not done, the automated calibration may be off as much as one foot. When the aircraft is flight
level, and ensuring that Stadia is connected to the app, press the “CALIBRATE” button on the
Set Up screen. A number should appear in the middle of your screen, giving you the offset
distance in inches. This is the distance between the Stadia unit and the ground while the airplane
is flight level.
For manual calibration, ensure that the aircraft is parked on level ground, and that the airplane is
flight level. Measure the distance between the Stadia unit and the ground. Input this number
into the text box labeled “INCHES” (or “Cm” in metric option) on the Set-Up screen, and then
press the “Enter” button. The number you input should appear in the middle of your screen,
giving you the offset distance.
