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# CUAV P8 Telemetry Radio
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CUAV P8 Radio is a long range (>60km) and high data rate (375 Kbps) remote data transmission module for drones that works plug-and-play with PX4.
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It supports multiple modes such as point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and relay communication.
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## Key Features
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- Long range: >60km (depending on the antenna and environment, up to 100 km).
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- Supports point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and repeater modes.
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- Up to 2W power (fixed frequency 2W; frequency hopping 1W)
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- Up to 345 Kbps transfer rate.
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- Supports 12v~60V operating voltage.
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- Unit can operate either as ground station modem or aircraft modem.
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- Independent power supply for more stable operation
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- USB Type-C port, integrated USB to UART converter
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## Where to Buy
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- [CUAV store](https://www.cuav.net/en/p8-en/)
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- [CUAV alibaba](https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Free-shipping-CUAV-UAV-P8-Radio_1600324379418.html?spm=a2747.manage.0.0.2dca71d2bY4B0M)
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## PX4 Configuration
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The CUAV P8 Radio comes pre-configured (baud rate 57600, broadcast mode) for use with PX4.
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It should require no additional setup if connected to `TELEM1` OR `TELEM2`.
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On some flight controllers, or if used with a different serial port, you may need to [configure the port for MAVLink communication](../peripherals/mavlink_peripherals.md).
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:::tip
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[P8 Configuration](https://doc.cuav.net/data-transmission/p8-radio/en/config.html) provides full information about radio configuration, if required.
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## Pinouts
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### Data Port
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| pin | C-RTK GPS 6P | pin | Pixhawk standard pins |
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| --- | ------------ | --- | --------------------- |
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| 1 | 5V+(NC) | 1 | VCC |
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| 2 | RX | 2 | TX |
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| 3 | TX | 3 | RX |
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| 4 | RTS | 4 | RTS |
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| 5 | CTS | 5 | CTS |
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| 6 | GND | 6 | GND |
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## Wiring
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Connect the CUAV P8 Radio to the `TELEM1`/`TELEM2` interface of the flight controller and use a battery or BEC to power the module.
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The required cables are included in the package.
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:::tip
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CUAV P8 Radio does not support power supply from the flight controller, it needs to be connected to a 12~60v battery or BEC.
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## More information
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[P8 manual](https://manual.cuav.net/data-transmission/p8-radio/p8_user_manual_cn.pdf)
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[CUAV P8 Radio](https://doc.cuav.net/data-transmission/p8-radio/en/) (Official Guide)
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