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# CUAV V5 nano Autopilot
:::warning
PX4 does not manufacture this (or any) autopilot.
Contact the [manufacturer](https://store.cuav.net/) for hardware support or compliance issues.
:::
**V5 nano**<sup>&reg;</sup> is an autopilot for space-constrained applications, designed by CUAV<sup>&reg;</sup> in collaboration with the PX4 team.
The autopilot is small enough to use in 220mm racing drones, but remains powerful enough for most drone use.
![V5 nano - Hero image](../../assets/flight_controller/cuav_v5_nano/v5_nano_01.png)
::: info
The V5 nano is similar to the [CUAV V5+](../flight_controller/cuav_v5_plus.md), but has an all-in-one form factor, fewer PWM ports (can't be used for [airframes](../airframes/airframe_reference.md) that use AUX ports), and does not have internal damping.
:::
Some of its main features include:
- Full compatibility with the [Pixhawk project](https://pixhawk.org/) **FMUv5** design standard and uses the [Pixhawk Connector Standard](https://github.com/pixhawk/Pixhawk-Standards/blob/master/DS-009%20Pixhawk%20Connector%20Standard.pdf) for all external interfaces.
- More advanced processor, RAM and flash memory than FMU v3, along with more stable and reliable sensors.
- Firmware-compatible with PX4.
- Generous 2.6mm spacing for I/O pins, making it easier to use all the interfaces.
::: info
This flight controller is [manufacturer supported](../flight_controller/autopilot_manufacturer_supported.md).
:::
### Quick Summary
Main FMU Processor: STM32F765◦32 Bit Arm® Cortex®-M7, 216MHz, 2MB memory, 512KB RAM
- On-board sensors:
- Accel/Gyro: ICM-20689
- Accel/Gyro: ICM-20602
- Accel/Gyro: BMI055
- Magnetometer: IST8310
- Barometer: MS5611
- Interfaces: 8 PWM outputs
- 3 dedicated PWM/Capture inputs on FMU
- Dedicated R/C input for CPPM
- Dedicated R/C input for Spektrum / DSM and S.Bus
- Analog / PWM RSSI input
- 4 general purpose serial ports
- 3 I2C ports
- 4 SPI buses
- 2 CAN Buses
- Analog inputs for voltage / current of battery
- 2 additional analog inputs
- Supports nARMED
- Power System: Power Brick Input: 4.75~5.5V
- USB Power Input: 4.75~5.25V
- Weight and Dimensions:
- Dimensions: 60\*40\*14mm
- Other Characteristics:
- Operating temperature: -20 ~ 85°C Measured value
## Where to Buy
[CUAV Store](https://store.cuav.net/shop/v5-nano/)
[CUAV Aliexpress](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/33050770314.html?storeId=3257035&spm=2114.12010612.8148356.9.dbe6790bjW2hpH) (international users)
[CUAV Taobao](https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.8.26ab5258veQJRu&id=569404317857&ns=1&abbucket=13#detail) (China Mainland users)
::: info
Autopilot may be purchased with included Neo GPS module
:::
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## Connections (Wiring)
[V5 nano Wiring Quickstart](../assembly/quick_start_cuav_v5_nano.md)
## Pinouts
Download **V5 nano** pinouts from [here](http://manual.cuav.net/V5-Plus.pdf).
## Building Firmware
:::tip
Most users will not need to build this firmware!
It is pre-built and automatically installed by _QGroundControl_ when appropriate hardware is connected.
:::
To [build PX4](../dev_setup/building_px4.md) for this target:
```
make px4_fmu-v5_default
```
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## Debug Port
The [PX4 System Console](../debug/system_console.md) and [SWD interface](../debug/swd_debug.md) operate on the **FMU Debug** port (`DSU7`).
The board does not have an I/O debug interface.
![Debug port (DSU7)](../../assets/flight_controller/cuav_v5_nano/debug_port_dsu7.jpg)
The debug port (`DSU7`) uses a [JST BM06B](https://www.digikey.com.au/en/products/detail/jst-sales-america-inc/BM06B-GHS-TBT-LF-SN-N/807850) connector and has the following pinout:
| Pin | Signal | Volt |
| ------- | -------------- | ----- |
| 1 (red) | 5V+ | +5V |
| 2 (blk) | DEBUG TX (OUT) | +3.3V |
| 3 (blk) | DEBUG RX (IN) | +3.3V |
| 4 (blk) | FMU_SWDIO | +3.3V |
| 5 (blk) | FMU_SWCLK | +3.3V |
| 6 (blk) | GND | GND |
The product package includes a convenient debug cable that can be connected to the `DSU7` port.
This splits out an FTDI cable for connecting the [PX4 System Console](../debug/system_console.md) to a computer USB port, and SWD pins used for SWD/JTAG debugging.
The provided debug cable does not connect to the SWD port `Vref` pin (1).
![CUAV Debug cable](../../assets/flight_controller/cuav_v5_nano/cuav_nano_debug_cable.jpg)
:::warning
The SWD Vref pin (1) uses 5V as Vref but the CPU is run at 3.3V!
Some JTAG adapters (SEGGER J-Link) will use the Vref voltage to set the voltage on the SWD lines.
For direct connection to _Segger Jlink_ we recommended you use the 3.3 Volts from pin 4 of the connector marked `DSM`/`SBUS`/`RSSI` to provide `Vtref` to the JTAG (i.e. providing 3.3V and _NOT_ 5V).
For more information see [Using JTAG for hardware debugging](#using-jtag-for-hardware-debugging).
:::
## Serial Port Mapping
| UART | Device | Port |
| ------ | ---------- | ------------------------------------- |
| UART1 | /dev/ttyS0 | GPS |
| USART2 | /dev/ttyS1 | TELEM1 (flow control) |
| USART3 | /dev/ttyS2 | TELEM2 (flow control) |
| UART4 | /dev/ttyS3 | TELEM4 |
| USART6 | /dev/ttyS4 | TX is RC input from SBUS_RC connector |
| UART7 | /dev/ttyS5 | Debug Console |
| UART8 | /dev/ttyS6 | Not connected (no PX4IO) |
<!-- Note: Got ports using https://github.com/PX4/PX4-user_guide/pull/672#issuecomment-598198434 -->
## Voltage Ratings
_V5 nano_ must be powered from the `Power` connector during flight, and may also/alternatively be powered from `USB` for bench testing.
::: info
The `PM2` connector cannot not be used for powering the _V5 nano_ (see [this issue](#compatibility_pm2)).
:::
::: info
The Servo Power Rail is neither powered by, nor provides power to the FMU.
However, the pins marked **+** are all common, and a BEC may be connected to any of the servo pin sets to power the servo power rail.
:::
## Over Current Protection
The _V5 nano_ has no over current protection.
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## Peripherals
- [Digital Airspeed Sensor](https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.3-c-s.w4002-16371268452.37.6d9f48afsFgGZI&id=9512463037)
- [Telemetry Radio Modules](https://cuav.taobao.com/category-158480951.htm?spm=2013.1.w5002-16371268426.4.410b7a821qYbBq&search=y&catName=%CA%FD%B4%AB%B5%E7%CC%A8)
- [Rangefinders/Distance sensors](../sensor/rangefinders.md)
## Supported Platforms / Airframes
Any multicopter / airplane / rover or boat that can be controlled with normal RC servos or Futaba S-Bus servos.
The complete set of supported configurations can be seen in the [Airframes Reference](../airframes/airframe_reference.md).
## Compatibility
CUAV adopts some differentiated designs and is incompatible with some hardware, which will be described below.
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#### Neo v2.0 GPS not compatible with other devices
The _Neo v2.0 GPS_ that is recommended for use with _CUAV V5+_ and _CUAV V5 nano_ is not fully compatible with other Pixhawk flight controllers (specifically, the buzzer part is not compatible and there may be issues with the safety switch).
The UAVCAN [NEO V2 PRO GNSS receiver](https://doc.cuav.net/gps/neo-series-gnss/en/neo-v2-pro.html) can also be used, and is compatible with other flight controllers.
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#### Using JTAG for hardware debugging
`DSU7` FMU Debug Pin 1 is 5 volts - not the 3.3 volts of the CPU.
Some JTAG probes use this voltage to set the IO levels when communicating to the target.
For direct connection to _Segger Jlink_ we recommended you use the 3.3 Volts of DSM/SBUS/RSSI pin 4 as Pin 1 on the debug connector (`Vtref`).
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#### PM2 cannot power the flight controller
`PM2` can only measure battery voltage and current, but **not** power the flight controller.
:::warning
PX4 does not support this interface.
:::
## Known Issues
The issues below refer to the _batch number_ in which they first appear.
The batch number is the four-digit production date behind V01 and is displayed on a sticker on the side of the flight controller.
For example, the serial number Batch V011904((V01 is the number of V5, 1904 is the production date, that is, the batch number).
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#### SBUS / DSM / RSSI interface Pin1 unfused
:::warning
This is a safety issue.
:::
Please do not connect other equipment (except RC receiver) on SBUS / DSM / RSSI interface - this can lead to equipment damage!
- _Found:_ Batches V01190904xxxx
- _Fixed:_ Batches later than V01190904xxxx
## Further Information
- [V5 nano manual](http://manual.cuav.net/V5-nano.pdf) (CUAV)
- [FMUv5 reference design pinout](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-n0__BYDedQrc_2NHqBenG1DNepAgnHpSGglke-QQwY/edit#gid=912976165) (CUAV)
- [CUAV Github](https://github.com/cuav) (CUAV)
- [Airframe build-log using CUAV v5 nano on a DJI FlameWheel450](../frames_multicopter/dji_f450_cuav_5nano.md)