Ground Station Download

MissionPlanner Ground Station Download
https://firmware.ardupilot.org/Tools/MissionPlanner

QGC Ground Station Download:
https://github.com/mavlink/qgroundcontrol/releases

Firmware Support

APM： X6 Pro currently supports online firmware downloading. Customers are required to download the latest firmware. Currently, it does not support the 4.6.0stable version.

ArduPilot Firmware Download:
https://firmware.ardupilot.org/

PX4 Firmware Download:
https://github.com/PX4/PX4-Autopilot/releases

Interface Definition

Interface Description

Power 1~ 2	Connect OnePMU or other DroneCAN bus current meter
GPS&Safety	Can be connected to PX4 standard type GPS, integrated safety switch, compass with buzzer, LED light
GPS 2	GPS interface, can be connected to GPS or RTK, integrated I2C bus pin
TELEM1~3	Connects OneDLink, OneVDLink communication links or other MavLink devices, and can also connect other serial communication devices. TELEM 1 is SERIAL1, TELEM2 is SERIAL2, TELEM3 is SERIAL5
CAN1~2	Connect to DroneCAN/UAVCAN devices, such as OneGNSS, OneASP, OneRTK, etc. GPS1 is SERIAL3, GPS2 is SERIAL4
SBUS IN	Connecting to SBUS remote control receiver
SBUS OUT	SBUS signal output for pod control and other peripherals that support SBUS control
DSM PPM IN	The interface integrates DSM and PPM remote control receivers, and RSSI signal strength input.
M1-M16	M1-M16: supports PWM output, can connect to PWM ESC or servo, camera shutter/hot shoe, etc. M15-M16 can be expanded through the provided cables M1-M14 supports Dshot protocol M9-M14 supports bidirectional Dshot
Type C	Connect to the computer to configure the flight control, flash the firmware, etc.
USB	GH1.25 USB expansion interface
I2C	Connecting I2C devices, such as an I2C airspeed meter
TF memory card slot	Install a memory card for storing logs. The maximum supported size is 256G. The recommended format is FAT32.
ETHERNET	Ethernet port interface, connect to devices that support Ethernet communication, such as Ethernet pods, Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson series boards, etc.
AD&IO	Integrated BootLoader interface, digital-to-analog converter, can be connected to analog ammeter
SPI	Connecting external SPI sensors
IO Debug	To connect this port, you need to open the lower cover. It is used by professionals and developers.
FMU Debug	To connect this port, you need to open the lower cover. It is used by professionals and developers.

PWM level switching

The flight controller outputs 3.3V voltage by default. If the signal cable of your device is too long, more than 75cm, it is recommended to change it to 5.0V voltage, but make sure your peripherals support this voltage (please contact your hardware device manufacturer for consultation). The modification method is as follows:
After connecting to Mission Planner, search for the BRD_PWM_VOLT_SEL parameter in the All Parameters table. The default value is 0, which represents a 3.3V level. Change it to 1, write the parameter, and restart the flight controller/power it on again for it to take effect.

PWM Connector Recommendations

The PWM terminals on the X6 flight controller are customized with a 2.6mm pitch. It is recommended that users use the Futaba 3-pin DuPont right-angle plug, as shown in the following figure:

Wiring Instructions

The following wiring diagram introduces the wiring method of conventional vertical take-off and landing drones. The connection method is for reference only. Users need to add devices and adjust the interface method according to their own models and needs. Please refer to the interface description in the previous article for the function of each interface.

X6 Pro Flight Controller Specifications

Hardware Standards	FMU v6X
MCU	STM32H753
IO MCU	STM32F103
Built-in shock absorption	Yes
Accelerometer and gyroscope	IIM42653+BMI088+IIM42653
Barometer	ICP-20100×2
Magnetic compass	RM3100 SPL06
PWM Relay	Yes
Remote control protocol input	SBUS+DSM+PPM
PWM quantity	16(14-way DuPont interface + 2-way GH1.25 expansion interface)
PWM level switching	Support switching between 3.3V and 5V
Power interface	2-way DroneCAN power interface
Servo voltage monitoring	9.9V
Interface Details	CAN×2 GPS&Safety×1 GPS2 ×1 DSM PPM IN×1 ETH ×1 UART 4×1 SBUS IN×1 USB ×1 SPI ×1 AD&IO ×1 I2C ×1
Operating temperature	-20℃~85℃
weight	93g
Firmware Support	ArduPilot 4.5.6 and above PX4 1.16.1beta and above
Model support	Helicopters, multi-rotor, fixed-wing, vertical take-off and landing fixed-wing, unmanned vehicles, unmanned ships
Operating voltage	4.5V-5.4V

X6 Pro flight controller dimensions and mounting holes

Safety Tips

The product is not suitable for people under the age of 18. People under the age of 18 should use it under the supervision of an adult.
This product is an open source flight control. Users must have professional open source drone knowledge and be able to correctly configure and operate the drone.
Do not fly in strong winds.
The flight controller itself is not rainproof, please do not fly in the rain.
Please comply with local laws and regulations. Do not fly over crowded areas, train stations, airports or other sensitive areas without local permission to avoid endangering public safety.
Before taking off, you must carefully check to ensure that all connections are secure, all equipment is working properly, and all control actions respond correctly to prevent accidents.
Routine maintenance should be performed before and after each flight to check whether the hardware connections are loose, whether the motor blades are damaged, and the tightness of the screws, etc.
The high-speed rotating propellers are very lethal. Please pay attention to safety and stay away from crowds when flying. Do not operate or fly when you are drunk, tired or in other poor mental states.

X6 Pro AutoPilot