What kind of remote control comes with APM? Hot topics on the Internet and equipment matching guide
Recently, drone and model aircraft enthusiasts have launched a heated discussion around the choice of remote control for the APM (ArduPilot Mega) flight control system. This article will combine the hotspot data of the entire network in the past 10 days to analyze the best remote control solution for APM flight control and provide structured data reference.
1. Popular APM remote control topic trends across the Internet (last 10 days)
| keywords | Search volume increase | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| APM remote control compatibility | +45% | Drone forum, Zhihu |
| Open source remote control solution | +32% | GitHub, geek community |
| RadioMaster TX16S | +28% | YouTube, B station |
| Taranis X9D | +18% | Facebook group |
2. Performance comparison of APM mainstream remote controls
| Model | Number of channels | Protocol support | Battery life | Average price (yuan) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RadioMaster TX16S | 16 | Cross-protocol multi-mode | 8 hours | 1200-1500 |
| FrSky Taranis X9D | 16 | ACCST/D16 | 6 hours | 1000-1300 |
| FlySky FS-i6X | 10 | AFHDS 2A | 5 hours | 300-500 |
| Jumper T18 | 18 | multi-protocol | 7 hours | 900-1100 |
3. Popular APM remote control matching solutions in 2023
According to the recent discussion in the technology community, the following three mainstream configuration solutions are recommended:
1. Cost-effective combination
APM 2.8 + FlySky FS-i6X + iA6B receiver
Advantages: The cost is controlled within 800 yuan, suitable for entry-level users
2. Professional level solution
CubePilot + RadioMaster TX16S + R9M module
Features: Supports 900MHz long-distance communication, the maximum control distance can reach 10km
3. Open Source Geek Suite
PX4 + Jumper T18 + ELRS 2.4G
Highlights: Supports Lua script customization, suitable for secondary development
4. Questions and Answers on Remote Control Purchase Hotspots
Q: Does APM have to use a specific brand of remote control?
A: Not required. Any remote control system that supports PPM or SBUS output is compatible, but it is recommended to choose a device that supports the MAVLink protocol.
Q: How can a novice judge the compatibility of a remote control?
A: Focus on three parameters: 1) PWM/PPM/SBUS output 2) Number of channels ≥ 8 3) Support frequency hopping technology (FHSS)
Q: Is the recently popular ELRS protocol suitable for APM?
A: ELRS is mainly optimized for digital image transmission. For traditional APM systems, it is recommended to give priority to the traditional 2.4G protocol.
5. Forecast of future trends
According to open source community dynamics, the following technologies may become hot topics next year:
1. Remote control solution based on WiFi 6
2. Intelligent remote control that supports AI attitude prediction
3. Integrated remote control with FPV screen
It is recommended that users reserve 20% performance redundancy when purchasing to cope with future firmware upgrade needs.
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