The SmartLink set is a broadband data link with an integrated on-board computer. In addition, there are two AES-256 secured HD video channels, telemetry and control with very low latency but a long range of 20km. This eliminates the need to use multiple telemetry systems. The CSI camera and mini HDMI input ports allow video input of up to 1080@60 fps. The SmartLink set's telemetry supports mission planning, system configuration, status monitoring and other functions. Control is via a joystick. Just connect it to get full manual control with a latency of <20ms.
AIR MODULE
The SmartLink Air module uses a quad-core ARM Cortex A53 SoC computer running Linux. Two HD video streams from cameras (CSI and HDMI), autopilot telemetry and control can be processed in real time by the system. Various interfaces, such as USB, UART, L2C, SPI and others allow for payload connection and close integration with the flight controller and/or ground control station.
GROUND MODULE
This module is compact, lightweight and has a micro USB connector. Thus, it is able to interact with any type of device. Laptops, tablets, desktop computers and smartphones are supported. All you need to do is connect it and open the SmartAP GCS app. The SmartAP GCS can be used on all platforms and operating systems, including macOS, iOS, Android, Windows and Linux. The grounding module is able to withstand high ambient temperatures due to the integrated cooling system.
SOFTWARE
SmartLink was developed specifically for SmartAP GCS. Supported by SmartAP GCS are:
- display of 2x HD video streams
- Full camera control
- video recording and image capture to microSD card
- configuration of radio settings
- joystick to control the drone
- control stick for the payload
- use on all platforms and operating systems
RADIO SETTINGS
Status information is delivered via radio link, including RSSI, SNR and data packets. Thus, all important settings can be changed dynamically. The remote module, on the other hand, is configured automatically via the ground module.
Technical data
Scope of delivery
- 1 x SmartLink Air Module
- 1 x CSI Camera
- 1 x HDMI cable
- 1 x SmartLink Air ModuleTelemetry Cable
- 1 x SmartLink Air Module Power Cable
- 2 x Flat Panel Antenna 2.4 GHz
- 1 x SmartLink Ground Module
- 1 x SmartLink Ground Module power cable
- 2 x RPSMA Antenna 2.4 GHz