# Quickstart Guide

When you received XBLink SAT, all software has been installed, you can check your credential on your box.

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Please do not install any software or flash XBLink SAT.
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## Step 1: Setup XBLink SAT

### 1. Connect to Starlink 

Connect XBLink SAT ETH port with Ethernet Adapter Cable 

<div><figure><img src="/files/WVFJf8IiSJbHeeOYaNzd" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Type A</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/wWVXiMxQZZJw6MBAlQ9L" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Type A</p></figcaption></figure></div>

After that, connect the ethernet cable from satellite device

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**Note:**&#x20;

* 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.
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### 2. Connect XBCam V2

Connect XBCam V2 to USB type C port.

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**Note:** We currently support variety of Cameras and Gimbals in [**here**](/xblink-sat/user-manual/advanced-configuration/cameras-and-gimbals.md)
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### 3. Connect Flight Controller

You can use Telemetry 1 or 2 of Pixhawk for connection with XBLink SAT [COM1/AUX](/xblink-sat/user-manual/getting-started/interfaces.md#com1-aux-j3)

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/wDl2yN01nI1BtuFx03yr" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>XBLink SAT connect to Pixhawk 6X, 6X Pro</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/EUrhBMd5nJBi47R8C3lH" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

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**Note:** Config baud rate of Pixhawk to 57600, SERIAL1\_BAUD (Default 57, it means 57600), SERIAL1\_PROTOCOL: 2 (MAVLink 2)
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### 4. Power up

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

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<figure><img src="https://gitlab.com/NhanNgo2306/xblink-documentation/-/blob/main/.gitbook/assets/IMG_7723.png" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Power up XBLink SAT</p></figcaption></figure>

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

<figure><img src="/files/wqdMLdELrU8wzKiF42oc" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

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Once XBLink SAT has **green color** continue to the [next step](#step-2-configure-flight-controller).
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#### **More detail, refer this link:** [**here**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BKiAddlWdA)

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## Step 2: Configure Flight Controller

You can use Telemetry 1 or 2 of Pixhawk for connection with XBLink SAT. Telemetry 1 is normally used for Telemetry Radio (like: RFD900...) and Telemetry 2 for XBLink SAT.

The baud rate on XBLink SAT **must be same** with Pixhawk baud rate (Telemetry **1** or **2**).

* For ArduPilot : **SERIAL2\_BAUD = 57**(Default, it means 57600),

  **SERIAL2\_PROTOCOL**=**2** (MAVLink 2)

#### **More information:** [**here**](https://ardupilot.org/copter/docs/common-telemetry-port-setup.html)

* For PX4: **SER\_TEL2\_BAUD = 57600** (Default 921600, you should change to 57600 for save data)

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**Note:** If you have problem with Telemetry 2 port, you can use Telemetry 1 Port

(Default baud rate Telemetry 1 is 57600, MAVLink:1).

XBLink SAT still works normally with both MAVLink 1 and MALink 2.
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## Step 3: Connect XBStationPilotApp and Ground Station Software

1. Download: [here](/xblink-sat/user-manual/xbstationpilotapp/download.md)
2. Open [XBStationPilotApp](broken://pages/q7veOr83A9m5t9aSNZcq)
3. Login (Username and password in XBLink SAT box)
4. Choose XBLink SAT
5. Connect to [GCS](broken://pages/q7veOr83A9m5t9aSNZcq)

## Step 4: Test and Flight

1. Put XBLink SAT on your drone
2. Check the connection between XBLink SAT to Pixhawk, Camera, Satellite device.
3. Connect battery
4. Waiting about 30s - 60s for XBLink SAT start up
5. Check led Indicator: [LED meanings](/xblink-sat/user-manual/getting-started/led-indicator.md)
6. Open XBStationPilotApp, Login
7. Connect to GCS: QGroundControl or Mission Planner

#### **More detail, refer this link:** [**here**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5RwM14n_io)

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### **Optional: Register your Email and change your Password**

Please refer this link:

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