Fixhawk is 100% compatible with Pixhawk/PX4 2.4, an advanced autopilot system designed by the PX4 open-hardware project. It features advanced processor and sensor technology from ST Microelectronics® and a NuttX real-time operating system, delivering incredible performance, flexibility, and reliability for controlling any autonomous vehicle.
The benefits of the Fixhawk system include integrated multithreading, a Unix/Linux-like programming environment, completely new autopilot functions such as Lua scripting of missions and flight behavior, and a custom PX4 driver layer ensuring tight timing across all processes. These advanced capabilities ensure that there are no limitations to your autonomous vehicle. Fixhawk allows existing APM and PX4 operators to seamlessly transition to this system and lowers the barriers to entry for new users to participate in the exciting world of autonomous vehicles.
The flagship Fixhawk module will be accompanied by new peripheral options, including a digital airspeed sensor, support for an external multi-color LED indicator and an external magnetometer. All peripherals are automatically detected and configured.
Note: Fixhawk is a PPM-input autopilot, which means that it gets RC input from a single cable to the receiver, either via the PPM port, the Futaba S.BUS port, or the special satellite receiver port for Spektrum gear. Most modern RC receivers allow for PPM output, but some, such as non-S.BUS Futaba receivers, do not. If your receiver does not support PPM output, please order a PPM encoder board
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Rctimer Fixhawk 32bit Flight Controller V2.4.5
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Fixhawk is 100% compatible with Pixhawk/PX4 2.4, an advanced autopilot system designed by the PX4 open-hardware project. It features advanced processor and sensor technology from ST Microelectronics® and a NuttX real-time operating system, delivering incredible performance, flexibility, and reliability for controlling any autonomous vehicle.
The benefits of the Fixhawk system include integrated multithreading, a Unix/Linux-like programming environment, completely new autopilot functions such as Lua scripting of missions and flight behavior, and a custom PX4 driver layer ensuring tight timing across all processes. These advanced capabilities ensure that there are no limitations to your autonomous vehicle. Fixhawk allows existing APM and PX4 operators to seamlessly transition to this system and lowers the barriers to entry for new users to participate in the exciting world of autonomous vehicles.
The flagship Fixhawk module will be accompanied by new peripheral options, including a digital airspeed sensor, support for an external multi-color LED indicator and an external magnetometer. All peripherals are automatically detected and configured.
Documentation and User Guides
Fixhawk schematic diagram
http://www.rctimer.com/download/PX4FMUv2.4.5.brd.rar
http://www.rctimer.com/download/PX4FMUv2.4.5.sch.rar
Note: Fixhawk is a PPM-input autopilot, which means that it gets RC input from a single cable to the receiver, either via the PPM port, the Futaba S.BUS port, or the special satellite receiver port for Spektrum gear. Most modern RC receivers allow for PPM output, but some, such as non-S.BUS Futaba receivers, do not. If your receiver does not support PPM output, please order a PPM encoder board
Fixhawk includes:
•Fixhawk autopilot x1
•MicroSD 4G x1 ★Mounted on Fixhawk★
•SD Adapter x1
•30mm Buzzer x1
•E-Switch Safety switch button x1
•GPS/Radio Cable 300mm x2
•OSD Cable 200mm x1
•PPM/S.BUS. Receiver Cable 100mm x1
•XT60 Power module x1
Features
Advanced 32 bit ARM Cortex® M4 Processor running NuttX RTOS
14 PWM/servo outputs (8 with failsafe and manual override, 6 auxiliary, high-power compatible)
Abundant connectivity options for additional peripherals (UART, I2C, CAN)
Integrated backup system for in-flight recovery and manual override with dedicated processor and stand-alone power supply
Backup system integrates mixing, providing consistent autopilot and manual override mixing modes
Redundant power supply inputs and automatic failover
External safety button for easy motor activation
Multicolor LED indicator
High-power, multi-tone piezo audio indicator
microSD card for long-time high-rate logging
Specifications
Microprocessor:
32-bit STM32F427VIT6 Cortex M4 core with FPU 168 MHz/256 KB RAM/2 MB Flash
32 bit STM32F103C8T6 failsafe co-processor
Sensors:
ST Micro L3GD20 3-axis 16-bit gyroscope
ST Micro LSM303D 3-axis 14-bit accelerometer / magnetometer
Invensense MPU6000 3-axis accelerometer/gyroscope
MEAS MS5611-01BA03 barometer
Interfaces:
5x UART (serial ports), one high-power capable, 2x with HW flow control
2x CAN
Spektrum DSM / DSM2 / DSM-X® Satellite compatible input up to DX8 (DX9 and above not supported)
Futaba S.BUS® compatible input and output
PPM sum signal
RSSI (PWM or voltage) input
I2C®
SPI
3.3 and 6.6V ADC inputs
External microUSB port
Power System:
Ideal diode controller with auto
matic failover
Servo rail high-power (7 V) and high-current ready
All peripheral outputs over-current protected, all inputs ESD protected
Weight and Dimensions
·Dimension: 51.5mmx82x17mm
·Weight: 40g
Rctimer Fixhawk 32bit Flight Controller V2.4.5