Caddx, in partnership with Walksnail, just announced the second generation of the Avatar HD digital FPV system. The Avatar HD V2 VTX now features onboard recording just like the DJI O3 Air Unit, and it has 8 and 32GB inbuilt memory options. The kit is available with two types of FPV cameras: the Avatar V2 camera and the Caddx Polar Pro camera.
The upgraded Avatar V2 VTX module measures 33x33x10.5mm, and it has 25.5×25.5mm and 20x20mm mounting patterns. It weighs just 17.6 grams and can be used on small FPV drones. The system is compatible with the most popular flight controller firmware, including Betaflight, Inav, KISS, Fettec, and ArduPilot. The modules can be powered from 6V to 25.2V (2S-6S battery compatible) and can record 1080p260fps or 720p@100fps/60fps videos.
The Avatar HD Pro V2 kit comes in a combo with Caddx Polar Pro camera, which has excellent low-light performance and is intended for night flights. The FPV camera features a 1/1.8″ Sony Starvis sensor with 0.0001Lux min. Illumination.
Key features and upgrades
- Backward compatibility with existing Walksnail Avatar VRX module and HD Goggles;
- Added 20*20mm mounting holes, so 25 &20mm two option now;
- Improved the internal circuit and outer shell, more durable;
- A spare pad is added to provide two power connection modes；
- Optimized antenna base design and frequency button position for greater convenience;
- Single antenna design and improved the antenna, better RF performance;
- Added 32g built-in storage option.
Technical specifications
| Avatar V2 VTX | |
| Communication Frequency | 5.725-5.850GHz |
| Transmitter Power (EIRP) | FCC:<30dBm;CE:<14dBm;SRRC:<20dBm;MIC:<25dBm |
| I/O Interface | JST1.0*4 (Power in) JST0.8*6 (USB) |
| Mounting Holes | 25.5*25.5mm; 20*20mm |
| Dimensions | 33*33*10.5mm |
| Storage | 8G/32G |
| Recording | 1080p/60fps, 720p/100fps/60fps |
| Weight | 17.6g |
| Operating Temperature | -20-40℃ |
| Channels | 8 |
| Wide Power Input | 6V-25.2V（2S-6S） |
| Supported FC System | Betaflight, Inav, KISS, Fettec, ArduPilot |
| OSD | Canvas mode |
| Latency | Average delay 22ms |
| Antenna | 1(IPEX) |
| Avatar V2 camera | |
| Image Sensor | 1/3.2-Inch 4Mp 4:3 native sensor |
| Resolution | 1080P/120fps, 1080P/100fps, 1080P/60fps, 720P/120fps, 720P/60fps |
| Ratio | 4:3 native/16:9 |
| Lens | 2.1mm |
| FOV | 160° |
| Aperture | F2.0 |
| Shutter | Rolling shutter |
| Gyroflow | Optional |
| Coaxial cable | 140mm |
| Dimensions | 19*19*22mm |
| Weight | 7.2g |
| Avatar Polar Pro camera | |
| Image Sensor | 1/1.8-Inch Sony Starvis sensor |
| Resolution | 1080P/60fps,720P/120fps,720P/60fps |
| Image ratio | 16:9 / 4:3 |
| Lens | 8Mp |
| FOV | 160° |
| Aperture | F1.6 |
| Shutter | Rolling shutter |
| Min. Illumination | 0.0001Lux |
| Dimensions | 19*19*24mm |
| Weight | 9.5g |
Pricing, options, and availability
| Model | Package description | Price |
| Avatar HD kit V2 (without gyro, 8G) | Camera: 4:3 native/16:9, without Gyro VTX: new version, 8g storage |
$139 |
| Avatar HD kit V2 (with gyro, 32G) | Camera: 4:3 native/16:9, with Gyro VTX: new version, 32g storage |
$149 |
| Avatar HD Pro kit (with gyro, 32G) | Camera: Sony Starvis sensor, best night vision, with Gyro VTX: new version, 32g storage |
$159 |
V2 camera is compatible with V1 Avatar?
I like that new solo antenna.
still no 4K recording?