Description

The 3DR Radio Telemetry 433MHz 500mW (X6) is a wireless telemetry solution designed for UAVs, drones, autonomous vehicles, robotics, and remote monitoring systems. It enables reliable communication between a flight controller and a ground station, allowing real-time transmission of telemetry data such as GPS position, battery voltage, flight status, attitude, waypoints, and system health information.

The system consists of two interchangeable telemetry modules that can operate as either air or ground units. Supporting MAVLink communication, the telemetry kit integrates seamlessly with popular flight controllers including Pixhawk and APM and is compatible with Mission Planner and QGroundControl software.

Operating on the 433MHz frequency band, the telemetry radio utilizes Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS), adaptive Time Division Multiplexing (TDM), forward error correction, and full-duplex communication to provide stable data transmission in demanding environments.

The open-source SiK firmware allows advanced configuration and customization, making it suitable for professional UAV operations, research projects, robotics applications, and industrial monitoring systems.

Features:

• 433MHz telemetry communication system
• 500mW transmission power
• MAVLink protocol support
• Full-duplex bidirectional communication
• Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
• Adaptive Time Division Multiplexing (TDM)
• Forward error correction support
• UART communication interface
• Transparent serial data link
• Open-source SiK firmware
• Interchangeable air and ground modules
• Micro USB connectivity
• SMA antenna connector
• Configurable through Mission Planner and QGroundControl
• Supports LBT and AFA functions
• Configurable duty cycle
• AT command configuration support
• RT command remote transmission support

Why Choose 3DR Radio Telemetry?

• Enables real-time telemetry monitoring from UAVs and autonomous systems
• Supports GPS, battery status, flight data, and waypoint monitoring
• Provides reliable long-range wireless communication
• Compatible with Pixhawk and APM flight controllers
• Open-source firmware enables flexible configuration
• Suitable for UAV, robotics, industrial, and research applications
• Easy integration with ground control software

Setup Guide: 3DR Radio Telemetry with Pixhawk/APM

Step 1: Connect the air module to the Pixhawk or APM telemetry port using the supplied cable.
Step 2: Connect the ground module to your PC using the USB cable.
Step 3: Install the required USB drivers.
Step 4: Open Mission Planner or QGroundControl.
Step 5: Navigate to the telemetry configuration section.
Step 6: Select the appropriate COM port and connect.
Step 7: Load the radio settings and verify communication.
Step 8: Adjust parameters such as frequency, air speed, and network ID if required.
Step 9: Save settings and disconnect.
Step 10: Power the flight controller and allow the modules to establish a link.
Step 11: Verify telemetry data reception on the ground station software.

Applications of 3DR Radio Telemetry:

• Long-range UAV communication
• Real-time drone telemetry monitoring
• Pixhawk and APM flight controller integration
• Autonomous vehicle communication
• Robotics control and monitoring
• Industrial telemetry systems
• Research and development projects
• Remote environmental sensing
• UAV mission planning and monitoring
• Agricultural drone operations

Package Includes:

• 2 × 433MHz Radio Telemetry Modules
• 1 × 30cm Type-C to Type-C Cable
• 1 × 30cm Micro USB to Type-C Cable
• 2 × Lead Cables
• 2 × TX433-JK-11 Antennas