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Femtones MINI2 Receiver ​

MINI2 Receiver is an RTK GPS receiver that delivers high-rate and reliable RTK initialization for centimeter level positioning. It is intended for applications that require high-precision positioning (e.g. navigation and mapping, etc.).

The receiver is connected to PX4 via a serial port (UART) and may be configured over Ethernet using a standard web browser.

MINI II Receiver

INFO

PX4 drivers for Ethernet, CAN and USB are under development.

Required Firmware Options ​

The following firmware options need to be selected when buying the device:

  • 5Hz, 10Hz, 20Hz
  • INS
  • HEADING
  • OBS
  • RTK
  • BASE

Where to Buy ​

Contact Femtones directly for sales quote:

Functional Ports ​

MINI II 1

Wiring and Connections ​

The MINI2 Receiver is connected to a UART on the flight controller (GPS port) for data. To power the module you will need a separate 12V power supply. The pins on the 12-pin connector are numbered as shown below.

MINI_II_2

Configuration ​

Configure the serial port on which the MINI2 Receiver will run using GPS_1_CONFIG, and set the baud rate to 115200 using SER_GPS1_BAUD.

Once configured the receiver is used in the same way as any other RTK GPS (i.e. with respect to the Survey-in process).

Additional Information ​

The MINI2 incorporates the following components:

  • FB672: Compact, dual antenna, dual frequency GNSS OEM board (delivers centimeter accurate position and precise heading).

    FB672

  • FB6A0: Compact, quadruple frequency GNSS OEM board (delivers centimeter-accurate positioning)

    FB6A0

Detailed product instructions can be obtained on the official website or by contacting us.