Multi-Constellation GNSS Receiver with E-Compass for Pixhawk Platform UAVs

L1-band positioning module supporting GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BEIDOU, QZSS with integrated 3-axis magnetometer

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LOCOSYS has introduced the LV-1612-U15, a high-performance L1 + L5 dual-band, multi-constellation GNSS receiver module engineered for applications requiring robust navigation performance and precise positioning.

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LOCOSYS LV-1612-DR is a high-performance L1 + L5 dual-band, multi-constellation GNSS module with integrated sensor-fusion dead reckoning (DR), designed for robust navigation and high-precision positioning applications.

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How Can Multi-Constellation GNSS with E-Compass Improve Flight Stability for Pixhawk UAVs?

The HAWK A1e combines 47-channel multi-constellation tracking (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BEIDOU, QZSS) with an integrated 3-axis magnetometer e-compass, delivering superior positioning accuracy and heading information. The lightweight helical antenna enhances GNSS stability while extending flight time—critical for commercial drone operations. Contact us to discover how this Pixhawk-compatible solution can enhance your UAV platform's navigation reliability.

Designed with mission-critical UAV operations in mind, the HAWK A1e delivers fast Time-To-First-Fix at low signal levels and features free hybrid ephemeris prediction for faster cold starts. The module operates at a default 10Hz update rate with a built-in super capacitor that reserves system data for rapid satellite acquisition. Three LED indicators provide clear status feedback for power, PPS, and data transmission, while the low power consumption ensures extended operational efficiency for Pixhawk-based drone platforms requiring reliable multi-constellation GNSS positioning.

HAWK A1e (52Q + e-compass)

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HAWK A1e
   

HAWK A1e is L1-band GNSS receiver designed for Pixhawk(PX4)-based platform UAV. The receiver is capable of concurrently tracking all global civil navigation systems, including GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BEIDOU and QZSS.

 

The built-in lightweight helical antenna not only enhances GNSS positioning stability, but also increases the flight time of the drone. The fast Time-To-First-Fix, GNSS convergence, superior sensitivity, low power consumption make it a better choice for Pixhawk(PX4)-based platform UAV.

FEATURES

  • Support GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU, GALILEO, QZSS
  • Capable of SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN) and QZSS SLAS
  • Support 47-channel GNSS
  • Fast TTFF at low signal level
  • Free hybrid ephemeris prediction to achieve faster cold start
  • Default 10 Hz update rate*
  • Build-in super capacitor to reserve system data for rapid satellite acquisition
  • hree LED indicator for Power, PPS and Data transmit
  • Integrated with iSentek IST8310(3-axis magnetometer) e-compass chip
    *Note: SBAS support 5Hz only.

APPLICATIONS

  • Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) positioning and navigation


Ordering information



Product nameDescriptionRemark
HAWK A1e

L1 band multi-constellation GNSS receiver with e-compass

GPS/QZSS: L1 C/A, L1C
GLONASS: L1OF
GALILEO: E1
BEIDOU: B1I, B1C

 


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