Holybro Pixhawk Mini QuickStartGuide
Holybro Pixhawk Mini QuickStartGuide
Holybro Pixhawk Mini QuickStartGuide
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SPECIFICATIONS
Features:
Built in Buzzer
8 PWM/servo outputs
Micro SD card for high rate logging over extended periods of time
Voltage Ratings:
Dimensions: 38x43x12mm
Weight: 15.8g
Interface :
Sensors
Accel/Gyro/Mag: MPU9250
Accel/Gyro: ICM20608
Barometer: MS5611
GPS Module :
Weight : 22.4g
Dimensions: 37x37x12mm
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GETTING STARTED
With the help of PX4 firmware, Pixhawk mini turns any RC plane, copter, or rover into a full-featured
personal drone. Once you have a fully assembled vehicle, follow this guide to install Pixhawk mini.
MOUNT
Use the provided foam pads to mount Pixhawk mini as close as possible to your vehicle’s center of
gravity.
Make sure to orient the board with the arrow pointing forward.
VEHICLE FRONT
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CONNECT
CONNECT RADIO CONTROL
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INSTALL QgroundControl
PX4 firmware is the brains of your autopilot and must be installed before using Pixhawk mini.
To load firmware onto the Pixhawk mini, install QGroundControl on your computer.
QGroundControl is cross platform and available on Windows, OS X, and Linux.
Application available for free download from http://qgroundcontrol.com/
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LOAD FIRMWARE
AIRFRAME
Select the specific airframe from the dropdown within the group which best matches your vehicle.
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RADIO
Radio Setup is used to map your main control sticks to channels and set min/max values for these.
SENSORS
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FLIGHT MODES
Here you can set up your designated Flight Modes.
POWER
Here you can set the specifics of your battery and the power sensor that will be used.
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SAFETY
The Safety Setup page allows you to configure various failsafe settings as well as return home details.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Digital Airspeed sensor + Pitot tube (MS525DO)
Standard Telemetry (433MHz and 915MHz)
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PIN OUTS
RC IN
1(yellow) SBUS/PPM
2(red) +5v
3(blk) GND
For plances with configurations other than 4 channels, see px4.io for more information.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Be sure to visit http://px4.io/ for further information including
tutorials, configurations, and community support.
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