Mini AIO FPV Camera 5.8G 40CH 25mW 800TVL Video Transmitter

Mini AIO FPV Camera 5.8G 40CH 25mW 800TVL Video Transmitter

This mini all-in-one FPV camera combines a 5.8GHz 40-channel 25mW video transmitter and an 800TVL CMOS image sensor with a 2.1mm lens in one small unit. The listing says it is compatible with a wide range of FPV drones, including tiny whoops, brushed quads and brushless quads.

Putting the camera and transmitter together saves weight and wiring, which is very helpful on micro drones where every gram counts.

The specification list gives 25mW output power, a supply voltage of 2.9 to 5.5V, a 120-degree field of view, a power draw of 200 to 215mA at 5V and a weight of 3.6g.

Key features

• Built-in video transmitter: 5.8GHz, 40 channels, 25mW.

• 800TVL CMOS: a clear picture for micro drones.

• 2.1mm lens: a 120 degree field of view.

• Wide compatibility: tiny whoops, brushed and brushless quads.

• Easy to install: one unit instead of a camera and a VTX.

• Light: 3.6g.

How an all-in-one camera and VTX works

An AIO unit puts the camera and the video transmitter on one board. The camera creates the picture and the transmitter sends it on 5.8GHz to your goggles, so the aircraft needs only power, ground and an antenna. The trade-off is that you cannot replace the two parts separately.

Always make sure the antenna is connected before you power the unit on, because a transmitter without an antenna can be damaged. Set the channel to match your goggles and choose a channel that is free of other pilots' signals. On small drones, keep the 25mW transmitter's antenna clear of carbon fibre and batteries.

Set the video standard (PAL or NTSC) to match your goggles, power the camera within its rated voltage range and mount it firmly so vibration does not blur the image. Tilt the camera up for fast, forward-pitched flying. Keep the lens clean and use a lens protector or ND filter where suitable.