CUAV P8 Telemetry Radio
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CUAV P8 Radio is a long range (>60km) and high data rate (375Kbps) remote data transmission module for drones that works plug-and-play with PX4.
It supports multiple modes such as point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and relay communication.
Long range: >60km (depending on the antenna and environment, up to 100 km).
Supports point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and repeater modes.
Up to 2W power (fixed frequency 2W; frequency hopping 1W)
Up to 345Kbps transfer rate.
Supports 12v~60V operating voltage.
Unit can operate either as ground station modem or aircraft modem.
Independent power supply for more stable operation
USB Type-C port, integrated USB to UART converter
The CUAV P8 Radio comes pre-configured (baud rate 57600, broadcast mode) for use with PX4. It should require no additional setup if connected to TELEM1 OR TELEM2.
On some flight controllers, or if used with a different serial port, you may need to configure the port for MAVLink communication.
:::tip P8 Configuration provides full information about radio configuration, if required. :::
| pin | C-RTK GPS 6P | pin | Pixhawk standard pins |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 5V+(NC) | 1 | VCC |
2 | RX | 2 | TX |
3 | TX | 3 | RX |
4 | RTS | 4 | RTS |
5 | CTS | 5 | CTS |
6 | GND | 6 | GND |
Connect the CUAV P8 Radio to the TELEM1/TELEM2 interface of the flight controller and use a battery or BEC to power the module. The required cables are included in the package.
:::tip CUAV P8 Radio does not support power supply from the flight controller, it needs to be connected to a 12~60v battery or BEC. :::
CUAV P8 Radio (Official Guide)
