CADDXFPV Walksnail Avatar GT Kit User Guide
- August 20, 2024
- CADDXFPV
Table of Contents
CADDXFPV Walksnail Avatar GT Kit
Product Usage Instructions
Connection
Connect the VTX to the camera and the flight controller as shown in the
diagram below:
- Red Wire : Power
- Black Wire : Ground
- Yellow Wire : Video
- White Wire: UART
Linking
Follow the instructions provided to link the VTX with the goggles and remote
controller.
Upgrade
Ensure your firmware is up to date by following the upgrade instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
CART
The UART function enables the VTX to communicate with the flight controller,
allowing the VTX to obtain the flight controller information. Take Betaflight
Configurator as an example to introduce the UART setting method.
- Below is the wiring diagram of the 4-pin cable to the flight controller (take the Diatone F405 as an example).
- Connect the flight controller to the Betaflight Configurator, and open the Configuration tab. Turn on the UART in an example in the figure. Check MSP with other OSDs.
| Port | Sensor Input | Serial RX |
|---|---|---|
| UART1 | OFF | OFF |
| UART2 | ON | OFF |
Below is the corresponding port setup (Take the UART2 as an example in the figure). Open the OSD tab and set the OSDs. Check the VTX (MSP Displayport).
| Video System | Displayport |
|---|---|
| NTSC | ON |
| PAL | ON |
Status Indication
Goggles Buzzer Status
- Link status : Di…Di…Di…
- Upgrade firmware : Di…Di…Di…
- Upgrade failed : Di…Di…Di…
VTX Indicator Status
- Link state : Steady red light
- Upgrade firmware : Red light rapidly flashes
- Image transmission : Steady green light
- Image output is normal : Green light rapidly flashes
- Wireless connection for normal image & channel: Green light slowly flashes
For further support, contact: support@caddxfpv.com
Introduction
- Camera
- Fan
- Serial Port Pad
- Power Port
- Link Button
- Micro SD Card Slot
- VTX LED
- Antenna
Connection
- Power consumption: 12V@1.5A
- Please consider the power supply capability of the power supply.
- VTX generates a lot of heat when working, so please pay attention to airflow for heat dissipation
Linking
- Connect the VTX and the power of the goggles.
- Short press the VTX and goggles linking buttons respectively, when the VTX enters the pairing state The VTX LED turns red, and the goggles end is a DI … DI. .. DI …
- After the link is successful, the indicator light on the VTX LED turns solid green, the beeping sound on the goggles stops and the screen is displayed.
Upgrade
Please go to the official website to download the upgrade firmware, Avatar_Sky_X.X.X.img is the VTX file, be careful not to change the file name.
- Copy the upgrade file to the VTX Micro SO card directory, connect the power supply and wait for the device to start up (if there are old firmware flies, please delete them).
- Press and hold the VTX linking button for 8 seconds, and release the button after the indicator light goes out. At this time, the VTX will automatically restart and enter the upgrade state, and the indicator light will change from blinking red to solid red and then turn off. The upgrade time is about 20 seconds, please do not power off during the upgrade process! (If the VTX continues to light up red, it means that the firmware cannot be detected or the firmware is wrong, please check the firmware file)
- After the upgrade is successful, the VTX indicator turns green and blinks.
The Avatar GT TF card slot does not have a rebound function Please stick the PVC sticker to the TF card before inserting it.
UART
The UART function enables the VTX communicate with the flight controller, allowing the VTX obtain the flight controller information. Take Betaflight Conflgurator as an example to introduce the UART setting method.
- Solder the white and gray wires of the 4 pin cable to the flight controller (refer to the Connection page).
- Connect the flight controller to the Betaflight Configurator, and open the corresponding UART port (Take UART1 as an example in the figure) Check the MSP switch and click Save.
- Open the CLI command line and enter the content in red font “set osd _displayport_device = MSP” “set displayport_msp_serial = Y” (Where Y is one less than the number of the serial port. e.g. Y = 2 for serial 3) “save”
Betaflight 4.4 or above version settings
- Open the corresponding uart port (Take uart1 as an example in the figure) Check the MSP switch and click Save, Check the VTX (MSP+Displayport).
- Open the CLI command line and enter the content in red font, “save”
Status indication
| Goggles Buzzer | Status |
|---|---|
| Link state | DI…DI….DI… |
| upgrade firmware | DI….DI….DI….. DI—— |
| Upgrade failed | DI..DI..DI.. |
| VTX Indicator | Status |
| --- | --- |
| Link state | Steady red light |
| upgrade firmware | Red light rapidly flashes |
| Wireless connection, image output is normal | Steady green light |
| Wireless not connected | Green light rapidly flashes |
| Wireless connection is normal, image is abnormal | Green light slowly |
flashes
Precautions
- Before powering on, please install all antennas to avoid damage to components.
- When the standby mode is turned on, the power is limited to 1 OmW. Before taking off, you need to unlock the flight control or tum off the standby mode.
- If you use it with other 5.8GHz devices at the same time, please choose a different channel.
- If you use the Gyroflow function of the camera, please provide shock absorption for the fixed deck of the camera to avoid the failure of the anti-shake.
VTX Specification
| Name | Avatar GT KIT |
|---|---|
| Communication Frequency | 5.725–5.850 GHz |
| Transmitter Power (EIRP) | MAX: 33dBm; FCC: <30dBm; CE: <14dBm; SRRC: |
<20dBm; MIC: <25dBm
I/O Interface| JST1.0*4(power cable); micro sd card slot
Mounting Holes| 25.5 25.5mm; 20 20mm
Dimensions| 33.8 33.8 23.4mm
SD card| Support 256G
Recording| 1080p/720p
Weight| 29.7g
Operating Temperature| -10~40℃
Channels| 8
Wide Power Input| 11.1V–25.2V
Supported FC System| Betaflight; Inav; Fettec; Kiss; ArduPilot; Canvas
mode
OSD| Average delay 22ms
Antenna| 2(IPEX)
Camera parameters
| Name | Avatar pro camera |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/1.8-Inch sony starvis2 sensor |
| Resolution | 1080P/100fps; 1080P/60fps; 720P/100fps; 720P/60fps |
| Ratio | 4/3 16/9 |
| Lens | 8Mp |
| FOV | 160° |
| Aperture | F1.6 |
| Shutter | Rolling shutter |
| Weight | 9.5g |
| Dimensions | 19 19 24mm |
| Min. Illumination | 0.0001Lux |
| Coaxial Cable | 140mm |
VTXAntenna
| Name | Avatar V2 antenna |
|---|---|
| Polarization | LHCP |
| Frequency range | 5600MHz–6000MHz |
| Average Gain | 1.9dBi |
| VSWR | <1.5 |
| Interface | IPEX-1 |
| Dimension | D15mm X 45mm (without cable) |
| Weight | 2g |
CADDXFPV Support email :
support@caddxfpv.com
This content is subject to change. Download the latest version from
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FAQ’s
How do I connect the VTX to the flight controller?
Connect the VTX to the flight controller using the provided wiring diagram. Ensure the red wire is connected to power, the black wire to ground, the yellow wire to video, and the white wire to UART.
How do I update the firmware?
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to update the firmware. Ensure you have the latest firmware version to avoid compatibility issues.
What should I do if the VTX is not linking with the goggles?
Ensure all connections are secure and the antennas are properly installed. Follow the linking instructions provided in the guide.
What is the operating temperature range for the VTX?
The operating temperature range for the VTX is -10°C to 45°C.
How do I up the UART function?
Use the Betaflight Configurator to set up the UART function. Turn on the UART in the Configuration tab and MSP with other OSDs.
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