PPM receiver module used for remote controller integration. A PPM signal receiver that allows connecting standard RC transmitters to the Pluto drone, enabling traditional RC control alongside WiFi-based control.
Build a setup to control the Pluto drone using a standard RC transmitter via the PPM receiver module.
The RCConnect module is a PPM (Pulse Position Modulation) receiver designed for the Pluto drone. It enables connecting standard RC transmitters to the drone, providing traditional radio control alongside the default WiFi-based control. The PPM protocol encodes multiple channel values into a single signal wire, allowing throttle, pitch, roll, yaw, and auxiliary controls to be transmitted from an RC transmitter. This module is ideal for pilots who prefer physical transmitter sticks or need extended control range. Control Signal ReceiverModule Type Multi-CHChannel Support RC/PPMPort Used Receiver Module Type Multi-CH Channel Support RC/PPM Port Used
Connect the RCConnect to the RC/PPM port on the Primus V5/X2 board. Bind the PPM receiver to your RC transmitter before mounting on the drone. Ensure the receiver antenna is positioned away from the flight controller and motors to minimize interference.
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PlutoBlocks code for this module is coming soon. Stay tuned for updates!
PlutoIDE C++ code for this module is coming soon. Stay tuned for updates!
Ready for the next challenge? Try these extensions to deepen your understanding.
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| VCC on RC/PPM port | VCC on PPM Receiver |
| GND on RC/PPM port | GND on PPM Receiver |
| Signal on RC/PPM port | PPM Out on PPM Receiver |
Approach The PPM receiver decodes signals from a paired RC transmitter and outputs a composite PPM signal containing all channel values. The Pluto flight controller reads this PPM signal and maps each channel to the corresponding flight control (throttle, pitch, roll, yaw). This allows seamless control of the drone using a standard RC transmitter. Code Logic Explained On Start: The PPM input is initialized and the system checks for a valid PPM signal from the receiver. An indicator LED confirms the receiver is bound and receiving signals.Pluto Loop:On Stop: Detailed code logic and channel mapping configuration will be updated once the PlutoBlocks project documentation is provided.
Traditional RC transmitter control Extended range flying Multi-protocol drone control
Ready for the next challenge? Try these extensions to deepen your understanding. 1Configure custom channel mapping for specialized control layouts. 2Set up failsafe behaviors when PPM signal is lost. 3Create a dual-control system combining PPM and WiFi inputs. Pluto Drone Add-On Projects — Compatible with Pluto 1.2 (Primus V5) & Pluto X (Primus X2) — Drona Aviation