# CUAV P8 Telemetry Radio

CUAV P8 Radio is a long range (>60km) and high data rate (375Kbps) remote data transmission module for drones that works plug-and-play with PX4.

It supports multiple modes such as point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and relay communication.

CUAV P8 Radio

# Key Features

  • Long range: >60km (depending on the antenna and environment, up to 100 km).
  • Supports point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and repeater modes.
  • Up to 2W power (fixed frequency 2W; frequency hopping 1W)
  • Up to 345Kbps transfer rate.
  • Supports 12v~60V operating voltage.
  • Unit can operate either as ground station modem or aircraft modem.
  • Independent power supply for more stable operation
  • USB Type-C port, integrated USB to UART converter

# Purchase

# PX4 Configuration

The CUAV P8 Radio comes pre-configured (baud rate 57600, broadcast mode) for use with PX4. It should require no additional setup if connected to TELEM1 OR TELEM2.

On some flight controllers, or if used with a different serial port, you may need to configure the port for MAVLink communication.

TIP

P8 Configuration (opens new window) provides full information about radio configuration, if required.

# Pinouts

P8 pinouts

# Data Port

pin C-RTK GPS 6P pin Pixhawk standard pins
1 5V+(NC) 1 VCC
2 RX 2 TX
3 TX 3 RX
4 RTS 4 RTS
5 CTS 5 CTS
6 GND 6 GND

# Wiring

P8 wiring

Connect the CUAV P8 Radio to the TELEM1/TELEM2 interface of the flight controller and use a battery or BEC to power the module. The required cables are included in the package.

TIP

CUAV P8 Radio does not support power supply from the flight controller, it needs to be connected to a 12~60v battery or BEC.

# More information

P8 manual (opens new window)

CUAV P8 Radio (opens new window) (Official Guide)