Setup

This section contains the hardware connection of XBLink Duo.

XBLink Duo hardware connection mainly includes SIM, Antenna, Satellie device, XBCamera Mini, Flight Controller and Power up.

Step 1: Setup XBLink Duo

Setup Cellular Connection

1. Insert SIM cards

The XBLink Duo utilizes two SIM cards for network redundancy.

Use a SIM eject tool to remove the SIM tray located at the bottom of the device, insert your nano SIM cards into Slot 1 and Slot 2.

Then, push the tray back into the device securely.

The SIM card is recessed into the enclosure and you might need a tool to push it into the socket. You can hear a "click" when the card is inserted.

More information: here

2. Connect LTE Antennas

Attach the LTE antennas to the cellular antenna ports on the XBLink Duo to ensure a stable 4G/5G connection.

Note: Be careful with the antenna ports. Remove or Install it in a straight angle.

We are not responsible if the antenna is damaged due to physical impact

Antenna installation and removal instructions: here

Setup Satellite Connection

3. Connect to Satellite Device (Starlink)

For extreme environments where cellular networks are unavailable, XBLink Duo uses satellite as a backup link.

Connect the satellite ethernet cable to the SATCOM port on the XBLink Duo.

Then, connect the other end to your satellite device.

Note:

Be careful with the ethernet cable and port. Remove or Install it in a straight angle. We are not responsible if the ethernet cable and port is damaged due to physical impact
If you test the device on the ground, make sure the satellite device is placed outdoors with a clear view of the sky to receive satellite signals. Poor weather conditions (heavy clouds, rain, storms, etc) may also affect internet connectivity.

Connect Drone Systems

4. Connect XBCam Mini

For USB Camera (like XBCam Mini): Connect to the Type-C port.

Note: We currently support a variety of Cameras and Gimbals in here

5. Connect Flight Controller

You can use Telemetry 1 or 2 of Pixhawk for connection with XBLink Duo COM1/COM2

Note: Config baud rate of Pixhawk to 57600, SERIAL1_BAUD (Default 57, it means 57600), SERIAL1_PROTOCOL: 2 (MAVLink 2)

6. Power up

Connect the power cable to the PWR port.

XBLink Duo supports 7-30V voltage input. We highly recommend 3-4S battery or 12V DC UBEC (minimum 3A) to power (6S battery is possible but make sure it's high quality and low discharge)

If you use low quality or high discharge 6S battery for drone, we are not responsible for damage.

7. Done

More detail, refer this link: here

Last updated 4 days ago