Long range Systems

AeroLink Base for RFD868 / 900 Radio Modems

AeroLink Base allows you to quickly, easily and safely use your RFD868 / 900 modems out in the field.
It helps protect your modem from drop damage and exposure to rain and dust.
With a standard micro USB connector, you no longer need to worry about FTDI cables.
The beautifully moulded ABS enclosure and soft plastic side grips make carrying this with you a pleasure.

Includes:

• AeroLink Base
• 2 x 15cm RF Bulkhead Mount Cables
• 2 x Dipole Antennas
• Micro USB Cable

Antenna 868MHz 2dBi Monopole (RPSMA)

868MHz quarter wave monopole antenna with RPSMA connector.
This antenna is well suited for airborne UAV/FPV applications due to its light weight and small size.

Specifications:

• Frequency range: 860-900MHz
• Gain: 2.1dBi
• VSWR: < 1.5
• Impedance: 50R
• Polarisation: Vertical
• Weight: 10g
• Size: 51mm long, 8mm diameter

Antenna 868MHz 3dBi Dipole (RPSMA)

This antenna is a half wave dipole antennas with a base connector that can swivel up to 90 degrees.   
It is well suited to ground station, or fixed installation applications.  
An additional feature of this type of antenna is reduction of local noise introduced into the antenna from electronics connected to the modem.

868MHz half wave dipole antenna with RPSMA connector.
This antenna is a half wave dipole antennas with a base connector that can swivel up to 90 degrees.   
It is well suited to ground station, or fixed installation applications.  
An additional feature of this type of antenna is reduction of local noise introduced into the antenna from electronics connected to the modem.

Specifications:

• Frequency range: 860-900MHz
• Gain: 3 dBi
• VSWR: < 1.5
• Impedance: 50R
• Polarisation: Vertical
• Size: 175+23mm long, 12mm diameter
• Weight: 28g

FTDI Cable 3.3V

The FTDI USB to TTL serial cable provides connectivity between USB and serial UART interfaces.
It is well suited to interfacing a RFD868 radio modem, or any other TTL level serial device to a PC via the USB port.

Specifications:

• Interface Voltage: 3.3V
• Supply Voltage: 5.0V
• Cable Length: 1.8m

GCSD4 V2 Professional Portable Ground Control Station, Radio Control and Telemetry of Long Range of last generation with more than 200Km, IPS video screen Led 10″ Full HD high brightness visible with sunlight, embedded PC and integrated with touch screen with windows 10, long battery life 8-10H

Total Control: Radio Control, telemetry, instrumental, maps and navigation.

Video: Ready for analog and digital systems.

Control for any type of vehicles: VTOL, VANT, UAV, UUV, UGV, ROV, USV, ASV, DRONES, Multirotors, Aircraft, Helicopters, Car, Boats, Robots, etc.

Regulatory compliant: CE Europa, FCC America, ETA India.

ISM Bands: 863Mhz, 866Mhz, 868Mhz, 902Mhz, 915Mhz and 950Mhz, 433Mhz optional.

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It is a professional system with minimalist design prepared for all types of applications FPV with 500mW RF Power and -110dBm of sensitivity to work between 15-30Km (LOS) and with a maximum range of 100km.

Two options available for free ISM band 863-950Mhz or 433Mhz.
Internal battery with duration of approximately 6 hours.

RC and Data Link data are secure with the AES128 encryption algorithm.
Pre-configured for normative CE (Europe), FCC (America), ETA (India), 433Mhz or Custom.

DISPLAY WITH INFORMATION FOR THE PILOT

From the central blue LCD display you will see all the data of the system in real time.

It has several pre-configured screens that you can quickly change from the central encoder.

Depending on the selected screen you can view different information of the system as the current status of the RSSI radio “RF Coverage” in time real in dBm with which you have information of the current range of the XLRS system at all times.

16 PROGRAMMABLE BUTTONS AND SWITCHES

You can make various configurations to your liking.

Customize: 6 Buttons, 2 Micro-Joysticks of 4 positions + Enter, 2 Encoders with push button and 2 news Switches of 3 positions.

HOT / FAST BUTTONS & LEDS

In addition to the configurable buttons, the XPAD2V3 remote controller has configured hot / fast buttons that make it easier and faster to activate or deactivate the most common functions.

For example:

– Activate / Deactivate Radio Control transmission.

– Activate / Deactivate Transparent Mavlink / Data Link sending from USB or Bluetooth.

– Trims.

– Dual Rate.

– TX mode settings (Mode1, Mode2, Mode3 or Mode4).

The XLRS system is compatible with any autopilot that works with the Mavlink protocol: Pixhawk, Pixhawk Cube, APM, Mini Pix, etc

To work (LOS): 15-30Km.
Range Maximum (LOS): 100Km.
Frequency: 863-950Mhz or 433Mhz.
Power RF: 500mW (+27dBm).
Sensitivity: -110dBm.
FHSS: Yes.
Encryption: AES 128.

Delivered in protective case
No screen- optional
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Omni Antennas

RF Design RFD 868x Radio Modem- please check local regulations before use

RFD868x New Features:

• New Processor, ARM 32 bit core.
• Air data rate: 500kbit/s.
• AES Hardware accelerated encryption. *Fully working*
• RC PPM Passthrough with telemetry at the same time.
• Fully ESD protected + filtered – Every IO port is protected and filtered.
• Original SiK point to point firmware implemented.
• Note: Currently due to the bandwidth limitations of the 868 modems Asynchronous Mesh and Multipoint Firmware are not officially supported for the 868X modems and correct operation of this code cannot be guaranteed

Features:

• Long range >40km depending on antennas and GCS setup *80km demonstrated by Edge Research labs on a balloon !, 57km in India, on Dipoles.
• 2 x RP-SMA RF connectors, diversity switched.
• up to 1 Watt (+30dBm) transmit power. adjustable 0 to 30dBm in 1dBm steps – ensure you comply with all local regulations.
• Transmit low pass filter.
• > 20dB Low noise amplifier, high IP3.
• RX SAW filter.
• All I/O ESD protected and filtered.
• Re implemented SiK and Multipoint SiK firmware, field upgradeable, easy to configure.
• Small, light weight.
• Note: Not compatible with older modems

Interfaces:

• RF : 2 x RP-SMA connectors
• Serial: Logic level TTL (+3.3v)
• Power: +5v, ~800mA max peak (at maximum transmit power)
• GPIO: 6 General purpose IO (Digital, ADC, PWM capable).

Specifications:

• Frequency Range:  868-869 MHz
• Output Power: 1W (+30dBm), controllable in 1dB steps ( +/- 1dB @=20dBm typical )
• Air Data transfer rates: 4, 8, 16, 19, 24, 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 192 and 250, 500 kbit/sec ( User selectable, 64k default )
• UART data transfer rates: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 400k, 921k baud  ( User selectable, 57600 default )
• Output Power: 1W (+30dBm)
• Receive Sensitivity: >121 dBm at low data rates, high data rates (TBA)
• Size: 30 mm (wide) x 57 mm (long) x 12.8 mm (thick) – Including RF Shield, Heatsink and connector extremeties
• Weight: 14.5g
• Mounting: 3 x M2.5 screws, 3 x header pin solder points
• Power Supply: +5 V nominal, (+3.5 V min, +5.5 V max), ~800 mA peak at maximum power
• Temp. Range: -40 to +85 deg C, tested operational from -73 to +123 deg C.

Software / GCS Support:

• The software solution is an open source development called “SiK”.  It has been re implemented to suit the new processor architecture available on the 32bit ARM processor core.  
• A boot loader and interface is available for further development and field upgrade of the modem firmware via the serial port.
• Most parameters are configurable via AT commands, Eg. baud rate (air/uart), frequency band, power levels.
• Integrated support for configuring the RFD900 radios is supported by APM Planner.
• The default settings are at 57600 baud, N, 8, 1, and 64k air data rate.
• The RFD868/900x manual is here: RFD900x Manual
• The RFD868/900x SiK software manual is here : RFD900x Peer-to-peer Manual

Software features include:

• Frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS)
• Transparent serial link
• Point to Point, or Multipoint networking
• Configuration by simple AT commands for local radio, RT commands for remote radio
• User configurable serial data rates and air datarates
• Error correction routines, Mavlink protocol framing (user selectable)
• Mavlink radio status reporting (Local RSSI, Remote RSSI, Local Noise, Remote Noise)
• Automatic antenna diversity switching on a packet basis in realtime
• Automatic duty cycle throttling based on radio temperature to avoid overheating

Compliance :

• The RFD868 is designed to be compliant with the following standards:
• FCC Part 15.247 (Frequency hopping and digitally modulated intentional radiators)
• AS/NZS 4268:2012 (Radio equipment and systems – short range devices)
• The modem is designed for system integrators who will integrate the modem into their own projects and product prototypes.  
• The user is responsible for compliance with local regulations for radio transmitters.

RF Design – TXMOD 868 Bundle for Telemetry and RC control

Please check local regulations before Use

The RFDesign TXMOD is an all in one long range telemetry data and RC control system.
Designed to work in conjunction with any Radio Controller capable of accepting JR Transmitter Modules, the RFD TX Module can transmit the PPM stream from the controller to the vehicle via the RFD868x long range telemetry modem while also receiving telemetry data received from the aircraft.
The module’s built in WiFi link allows for simple webpage based configuration and broadcasting of telemetry data to a computer or smart device.
It is a JR style module that plugs into any RC transmitter that has can accept JR style modules (Frsky Taranis, JR, Frsky Horus)
It provides a bridge between the RC transmitter and aircraft while carrying RC PPM data and mavlink telemetry streams at the same time.
 

The TXMOD kit consists of:

• 1 x RFD TXMOD
• 1 x RFD868x Radio Modem with new version v3.01 or later firmware
• 1 x Antenna, 868-900MHz Quarter wave monopole 2.1dBi
• 1 x Antenna, 868-900MHz Right Angle Quarter wave monopole 2.1dBi
• 4 x Antennas, 868-900MHz Half wave dipole 3dBi

Professional telemetry radio set, Transparent Data Link / Mavlink Telemetry prepared for all types of FPV or DIY projects.

DL1TX Transmitter and DL1RX Receiver.

Professional telemetry radio set, Transparent Data Link / Mavlink Telemetry prepared for all types of FPV or DIY projects with 500mW RF Power and -110dBm of sensitivity to work between 15-30Km (LOS) and with a maximum range of 100km.

Two options available for free ISM band 863-950Mhz or 433Mhz.

Transparent Data Link / Mavlink Telemetry are secure with the AES128 encryption algorithm.

Pre-configured for normative CE (Europe), FCC (America), ETA (India), 433Mhz or Custom.

Radio set (DL1TX and DL1RX) is a Transparent Data Link / Mavlink Telemetry, it allows you to connect to a autopilot (Pixhawk, APM…) and a computer with software (Mission Planner, QGroundControl…) with Mavlink protocol.

Also this set allows it to be used for DIY projects, point-to-point systems, receiving data from special sensors to ground, etc.

Tha inferface fo data in DL1RX is throught the serial port TTL 3.3V “MODEM” (GND, TX, RX) and for DL1TX it can be connected by Micro USB (Micro-B) or by the serial port TTL 3.3V “COM5” (GND, TX, RX).

DL1TX is powered through the USB port at 5V but also if you need it you can use a DC-DC converter and feed through an external battery.

Delivered with OMNI antennas

Supports dual HDMI 1080P 60fps video input, which can be modified through the QGC interface.
Dual S.bus signal output for simultaneous control of autopilot and pan/tilt cameras.
The integrated digital transmission and image transmission can simultaneously transmit the flight data of the autopilot and the image output by the camera  to the remote controller.
Built-in QGC open source ground station with adaptable apm and px4 firmware for direct flight function.
Independent Mavlink commands camera buttons and scroll wheel channels.
Custom channel button and PWM value assignment.

Technical specifications

Air Unit and Controller hardware information:

Processor: SoC – Pinecone S1 AP: 4 x large core, Cortex A53, 2.2GHz 4 x small core, Cortex A53, 1.4GHz GPU: 4 core, Mali-
T860 SDR: A7 + DSP Storage: Sky: LPDDR3: 1GB Ground: LPDDR3: 2GB Sky / Ground: EMMC: 4GB
Transmission Distance: FCC 20km CE / SRRC 12km Image transmission delay: ≤ 110ms Image transmission: 720p@30fps 1080p@30 / 60fps transmission
Frequency Band: 2.4GHz ISM Receive sensitivity: -99dBm@20MHz BW Interference recovery: < 1s

Air Unit:

Appearance: core board + video daughter board + structure of RF daughter board
Among them, the video daughter board completes the input bridge function of theHDMI signal.
The RF daughter board completes the function of transmitting and receiving signals
M2 (E) connector connection between daughter board and core
Size: 78.5x30x13mm
Micro HDMI x 2: Input for external camera video signals
2 Pin interface x 1:5V-12V power input interface
3 Pin interface x 1:3.3V / 5V level UART interface
4 Pin interface x 1 : Two 3.3V level RC output connectors (S.bus in phase, S.bus inverting or PPM signal output, ground terminal control)
Micro USB x 1: for debugging upgrades, support OTG mode
Keyhole x 1: for frequency and status reset
Indicator x 2: used to indicate the frequency and picture status
MMCX antenna jack x 2: used for signal transmission and ground communication
Signal bandwidth: 20MHz / 10MHz
Power consumption: the average power consumption of the single-sided module is less than 4W

Controller:

Housing: plastic
Dimensions: 217 × 106.5 × 31mm (the whole machine does not contain external antenna and rocker)
Screen: 5.46 inch, 1080P, 16 million colors, capacitive touch screen
Audio: Built-in speaker × 1, built-in microphone × 2
Remote control: rocker × 2, scroll wheel × 1, bottom button × 6, with backlight, top button × 1 (right)
Communication : BT / WIFI / GPS 2.4G map transmission ground
Indicator light: Top tri-color lamp × 2 (left, right)
Interface: MicroUSB×1, TFlash×1 (supports maximum 64G expansion)
Antenna: Orientation (5dBi) × 1 detachable, omnidirectional (2dBi) × 1 detachable
Built-in wifi antenna, built-in GPS antenna, external GPS antenna interface
Power : Built-in 4950 mAh Lipo Battery
Charging : Support micro USB port 5v 2A current charging
Power consumption: The average power consumption does not exceed 4W (only picture transmission work, medium screen brightness, WiFi off, GPS off)

The Immersion RC EzUHF 8 channel receiver was created with FPV and UAV enthusiasts in mind with the purpose of allowing for greater reception and more reliable control of the aircraft, even during difficult and long distance flights, as long as there are no line of sight issues. It has been designed to support twin diversity antennas configuration and EzOSD connectivity. It is about the same size as any standard 8 channel receiver used in the popular radiotransmitters and weighs only 18 grams.
Due to smart configuration there are no connectors sticking out and outputs have been properly decoupled and filtered to guarantee ease of use.
Another feature of Immersion RC EzUHF 8 channel receiver is a highly dependable FHSS link which provides both Frequency Hopping and Spread Spectrum technology for the more reliable connection during the flight. ImmersionRC EzOSD on Screen Display system can be used as an addition to the Immersion RC EzUHF 8 channel receiver to relay error messages and the RSSI.
The USB port is integrated into Immersion RC EzUHF 8 channel receiver to enable any possible firmware upgrades and updates. It can be used with ImmersionRC application software to configure the receivers the way you need, including Mikrocopter mode, diagnostics or cloning of channels with minimal time spent on setting things up.

Specifications:

• 433MHz/70cm Ham band operation
• 112dBm Sensitivity
• Bi-directional ready (contains onboard transmitter)
• Ceramic filtered inputs, eliminates nearby high-power video Tx interference
• Mikrokopter mode, emits PPM on a chosen channel
• Vehicle mode, couples two chosen channels (ideal for coupling steering servos on monster trucks)
• USB Connection for easy firmware upgrades, and advanced configuration
• EzLink connection to a EzOSD, providing in-flight display, and telemetry down-linked parameters
• RSSI Ant 1, Ant 2
• Frequency Error
• SNR for each freq. bin
• Link Quality
• Standard SMA antenna connectors, compatibility with standard 433/70cm band antennas
• 8 standard servo connectors
• Failsafe, preset by button on the EzUHF transmitter

A magnificent piece of engineering, a musthave for the serious FPV or UAV pilot. Couple with one of our receiver modules, for a reliable longrange FHSS control link
Please check your country regulations regarding UHF licenses and frequencies

Highlights:

• Reliable FHSS Link (Frequency Hopping, Spread Spectrum)
• 433MHz/70cm Ham band operation
• GFSK modulation
• 600mW (~28dBm) output power
• Direct headtracker input, adding headtracker compatibility to most radios
• Power switch, boost power when at long range
• Standard SMA antenna connector, compatibility with 70cm antennas
• Flexible buffered, ACcoupled, PPM input, ensures compatibility with 3.3v thru 9.6v PPM levels
• Standard USB port (MiniA) for firmware upgrades, and system configuration
• Single pushbutton learning of failsafe positions
• Binding function, which allows binding Single Tx>Rx, Multi Tx>Rx, and Single Tx>Multi Rx
• Mates with 8 channel, and 4 channel EzUHF receivers
• Power sourced directly from the R/C Tx (Futaba), or optional DC power jack
• Built in receiver, for future expansion
• Custom extruded brushed aluminum enclosure

SPECS:

• Width 52.3 mm
• Depth 6,5 mm
• Weight 49.2 grams

• Build in high efficiency antenna to avoid delay in digital transmission. For safety flying
• Build in intelligent communication. Increase the stability of long distance transmission. Dual antenna dual module
• Supported by FHSS technology. The longer distance can reach 20km
• Hall sensor gimbal with permanent magnetic sensor make longer life to 30 years. Military grade anti dust protective gimbal cover
• Remote dimming camera with &w LED can capture video clearly at night
• Bluetooth plus USB wire provide reliable link up
• 24hrs continues working with one charge
• Legal 100mw output power comply with related certificate for export
• Battery is MSDS certified so it is allowable to carry on the plane

Item name: T12 Transmitter
Number of channels: 12 channels
Frequency: 2.400-2.4833GHz
Working voltage: 3.7V(1s Li-ion)
Working Current: 130mA
Modulation: New FHSS
Weight: 560g
Firmware: APP online
Dimension: 225*123*35mm
Duration: 25 hours
Battery Capacitor: 4000mA
Charge Port: MICRO-USB
Application: Helicopter,Fixed wing,Quadcopter,car boat

R12 Receiver:

Model: R12
Number of channels: 12 channels
Working voltage: 4.5-5.5v
Working Current: 140mA@5V
Dimension: 51*41*13MM
Weight: 14g

Package Included:

• 1 x T12 Transmitter
• 1 x R12 Receiver