u-blox NEO 7M GPS Module w/ Compass for APM & Pixhawk
This NEO 7M GPS module integrates a high-performance u-blox NEO-7M receiver with an onboard compass, providing precise positioning and heading data crucial for APM and Pixhawk flight controllers. Engineered for reliable autonomous flight functions, it supports features like position hold, waypoint navigation, and return-to-home.
Features
- Integrates u-blox NEO-7M GPS receiver with an accurate onboard compass.
- Pre-configured and tested for seamless plug-and-play compatibility with APM and Pixhawk flight controllers.
- Features an active ceramic patch antenna and rechargeable backup battery for rapid hot starts.
- Includes I²C EEPROM for permanent configuration retention, ensuring consistent performance.
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The u-blox NEO 7M GPS module with integrated compass is an essential navigation component for UAV platforms utilizing APM 2.6/2.8 or Pixhawk 2.4.6/2.4.8 flight controllers. This module provides accurate global positioning data, enabling critical autonomous flight capabilities such as precise position hold, waypoint navigation, and reliable return-to-home functions by connecting to orbiting satellite networks. Its robust molded plastic case offers protection against environmental elements, making it suitable for various aircraft and quadcopter applications.
This NEO 7M module utilizes an active circuitry ceramic patch antenna, significantly enhancing GPS signal reception and accuracy compared to older generation modules. It incorporates a rechargeable backup battery, facilitating quick hot starts, and an I²C EEPROM for storing configuration settings, ensuring persistence across power cycles. Pre-configured for APM/Pixhawk systems, it typically operates at 38400 Baud (often updated to 115200bps) and outputs GGA, GSA, and RMC frames at a 5Hz update rate. The module includes distinct connectors: a 6-pin for the GPS, and a 4-pin for the I2C compass, allowing flexible wiring and integration into complex flight control setups.
Additional Information
| Dimensions | 6 × 6 × 1.15 cm |
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