BETAFPV Cetus pro/Cetus X SPECIFICATIONS
Warning: no
Video Capture Resolution: 720P HD
Type: HELICOPTER
State of Assembly: Ready-to-Go
Remote Distance: 100m
Remote Control: Yes
Recommend Age: 12+y
Plugs Type: usb
Package Includes: Original Box,Camera,Batteries,USB Cable,Operating Instructions
Origin: Mainland China
Operator Skill Level: Beginner,Intermediate,Expert
Motor: Brushless Motor
Model Number: Cetus Pro/X BNF
Material: Carbon Fiber,Plastic
Indoor/Outdoor Use: Indoor-Outdoor
Flight Time: 3-5mins
Features: FPV Capable
Controller Mode: MODE2
Controller Battery: No included
Control Channels: 8 Channels
Charging Voltage: 3.7V
Cetus pro Battery: BT2.0 450mah 1S Battery (external)
Cetus Pro Propeller: 40mm 3-blade 1.5mm shaft hole
Cetus Pro Motor: 1102-18000KV Brushless motor
Cetus Pro Flight controller: Lite 1-2S Pro brushless FC
Cetus Pro Camera: C02 FPV Micro Camera
Certification: CE
Camera Mount Type: Fixed Camera Mount
Brand Name: BETAFPV
Aerial Photography: Yes
Cetus X is a primary choice for beginners who want to get advanced flight skills. The 2S power makes it stands out, giving Cetus X stronger propulsion and faster speed to perform diverse freestyle tricks. Equipped with M04 400mW VTX and C04 FPV camera that is optimized for longer radio and video transmission. Two FC versions provide different functions to pilots but all help pilots to the next level.
Bullet Point
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An excellent preference for beginners to get advanced level. Cetus X brushless Quadcopter is proud of its lightning speed with rapid startup due to its stronger propulsion system.
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Build-in ExpressLRS 2.4G receiver that is the most popular radio link, low latency, and far controlling range are possible. Pilots can not only enjoy the flight indoors but also explore the scenery outdoors.
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The drone with Frsky receiver protocol version is also provided for customers who used to have LiteRadio 2 SE radio transmitter in Cetus Pro or Cetus RTF Kit.
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Featuring M04 400mW VTX, C04 FPV camera (based on Caddx Nano Ant Camera or Runcam Nano 4), and 2*BT2.0 450mAh 1S 30C battery for longer radio and video transmission and flight endurance, Cetus X brushless quadcopter allows beginners to gain more achievements in FPV flight.
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The Betaflight FC comes with the most popular firmware in the FPV community. Beginners are able to learn and understand more about FPV, which is an essential way to get drone experience.
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The Cetus FC version offers an auxiliary flight function for pilots with three speed modes. It is easier and more suitable for initial pilots.
Specification
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Item: Cetus X Brushless Quadcopter
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Weight: 55g
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Wheelbase: 95mm
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FC: F4 1S 12A FC (Betaflight FC Version)/Cetus BL V3 Flight Controller (Cetus FC Version)
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Motors: 1103 11000KV Motor
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Props: Gemfan 2020 4-Blades Props
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Camera: C04 FPV Camera (Caddx Nano Ant Camera/Runcam Nano 4)
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Camera Adjustable Angle: 0°-40°
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Frame: Cetus X Brushless Whoop Frame
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Receiver Protocol: ELRS 2.4G (Betaflight FC Version only)/Frsky D8
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VTX: M04 25-400mW VTX (Betaflight FC Version)/Cetus 25-350mW VTX V2 (Cetus FC Version)
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Battery: 2*BT2.0 450mAh 1S 30C Battery
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Flight time: 5 mins
ExpressLRS 2.4G or Frsky D8
Equipped with F4 1-2S 12A flight controller, Cetus X brushless quadcopter supports ELRS 2.4G or Frsky D8 RX protocol. Both RX versions support the Betaflight configurator and have great performance in maneuverability, power, and flight time. Pilots who had Cetus Pro or Cetus RTF Kit can continue to use LiteRadio 2 SE radio transmitter to fly Cetus X Frsky D8 version.
Cetus FC or Betaflight FC
Cetus X with the classical Cetus flight controller version is released. It supports the position hold function, which provides easier control to pilots. If select the Betaflight FC version, pilots are able to learn and understand the drone configuration. Both FC versions perform great in power and speed and have higher-grade flight modes for pilots to get advanced.
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Cetus FC Version |
Betaflight FC Version |
Flight Controller |
Cetus BL V3 Flight Controller |
F4 1S 12A Flight Controller |
Receiver Protocol |
Frsky D8 |
ExpressLRS 2.4G/Frsky D8 |
Flight Mode |
N/S/M/Turtle Mode |
Angle/Horizon/Air/Turtle Mode |
VTX |
25-350mW |
25-400mW |
Position Hold |
Support |
Not Support |
Configuration Software |
BETAFPV Configurator |
Betaflight Configurator |
Auxiliary Flight Function
Built-in highly precise barometer to detect the height, the version with Cetus FC benefits from great stability due to its position hold mode, and auto-hovering, which enables the drone to stay at the current height. This function also ensures an emergency landing of the drone whenever loses control or is on low battery. Meanwhile, its stable flight allows you to catch the best footage with the FPV Goggles. It really does an immense amount of fun and ease of flight for all pilots. Recommend flying it with BETAFPV VR03 Goggles.
Note: The position hold function is only available in N mode.
Improved Video Transmission
Cetus X Brushless Quadcopter comes with M04 25-400mW VTXand C04 FPV camera. The VTX features a lightweight and adjustable output power for longer distance flying. Combining this VTX and the excellent radio link ExpressLRS 2.4G/Frsky D8, pilots can fly whoop drones longer to explore more possibilities and have fun. In addition, C04 FPV camera (based on Caddx Nano Ant Camera/Runcam Nano 4) shows better quality in FPV flight compared withC02 FPV camera.
Powerful Propulsion System
Equipped with 1103 11000KV Brushless Motor and Gemfan 2020 4-blade props. 1103 motors are designed for 2S quadcopters with incredible power, smooth and quiet operation, and light enough. Besides, Cetus X quadcopter adopts 2020 4-blade props, which are lighter and durable enough, offering pilots a high-efficiency flight experience.
Primary Choice for Next Level
Cetus X Brushless Qaducopter Betaflight FC version supports configuring on Betaflight configurator. It is a primary choice for beginners who start to learn drone configuring, which helps beginners to get advanced level. With the Betaflight configurator, you can calibrate accelerometer, custom OSD content, adjust the video transmitter and etc.
Note: Please DO NOT configure ESC or Motor settings on Betaflight configurator.
Betaflight Flight Controller
Cetus X brushless quadcopter is built-in F4 1S 12A FC board, supporting ELRS 2.4G, or default Frsky D8 protocol. The ELRS 2.4G version comes with betaflight 4.3.1 FC firmware so it supports ELRS V2.0. The Frsky version can be switched to the Futaba SFHSS protocol through the Betaflight configurator. The ESC on the new board powered by BB51 hardware comes with Bluejay 48k ESC firmware, allowing 1103 11000KV motors to give full play to the efficiency of power. We update the gyro to BOSH BMI270 for better performance and stability since the new F4 1-2S 12A FC.
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Cetus X (ELRS 2.4G) |
Cetus X (Frsky D8) |
FC Inside |
F4 1S 12A FC SPI ELRS 2.4G |
F4 1S 12A FC SPI Frsky |
Gyro |
BMI270 |
BMI270 |
FC Firmware |
BETAFPVF411SX1280 |
BETAFPVF411RX |
ESC Firmware |
C_X_30_48_ for Bluejay BB51 hardware |
C_X_30_48_ for Bluejay BB51 hardware |
For Cetus X ELRS 2.4G version, the Betaflight firmware 4.3.0 and up start to support BMI270 gyro. For Frsky D8 version, we recommend using BETAFPVF411RX 4.2.11 firmware and CLI dump file offered by BETAFPV.
The default flight controller firmware enables bidirectional D-shot and is compatible with Bluejay ESC firmware. If you update the 4.3.0 and up firmware for ELRS 2.4G from the Betaflight official site, please flash the CLI dump file for Cetus X.
Package
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1 * Cetus X Brushless Quadcopter
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1 * BT2.0 Battery Charger and Voltage Tester
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2 * BT2.0 450mAh 1S 30C Battery
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1 * Phillips Screwdriver
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1 * Prop Removal Tool
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1 * Type-C Adapter
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4 * Gemfan 2020 4-Blades Props
Bullet Point
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The auxiliary flight function is greatly reducing the threshold of operating. This is the lightest key to open the door to advanced FPV.
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Cetus Pro quadcopter comes with a brushless power system, it's more powerful and maneuverable in flight. Pilots can achieve more FPV freestyle actions to train.
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With the self-protection of emergency landing when out of control or in low battery, to ensure a more safe flight.
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Made of PA12 material, the frame has an excellent impact resistance in drop & impact. Meanwhile, the 360° protection of the whoop frame ensures safe flights both indoors and outdoors.
Altitude Hold, Easy to Fly
The altitude hold function enables Auto-Hover. This quadcopter can stay at a current height when pilots' hands are off the transmitter. Barometer/laser achieves accurate and stable positioning, which makes the quad hovering indoors very stable. The flight has never been so easy for a beginner!
The altitude hold function is only available in N mode.
Self-protection, No More Dangers
The quadcopter comes with an excellent self-protection function. It can make an emergency landing whenever loses control or is in low battery. It will also automatically disarm and drop on the ground once there is a strong collision with the object. Let's say goodbye to loss and crash!
Cetus Pro Brushless Quadcopter
Equipped Lite 1-2S Pro brushless flight controller with 12A ESC, matching with 1102 18000KV brushless motors and 40mm 3-blade props, which is absolutely more powerful and maneuverable.
Specification
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Positioning system: Optical flow/ Barometer/ Laser
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Height positioning: Laser/ Barometer
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Position locating: Optical flow (effective height 0.3-3m)
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Accuracy of auto-hover: Horizontal ±0.2m, vertical ±0.3m (under no wind environment)
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Receiver protocol: Frsky D8
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Flight controller: Lite 1-2S Pro brushless FC
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VTX: 25mW
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Camera tilt degree: 30°
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Camera: C02 FPV Micro Camera
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TX mode: Mode 1 & Mode 2 optional
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Motor: 1102-18000KV Brushless motor
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Propeller: 40mm 3-blade 1.5mm shaft hole
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Takeoff weight: 33.19g (without battery)
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Power system: 1S
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Battery: BT2.0 450mah 1S Battery (external)
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Flight time: 4-5min
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Flight distance: 80m (in wide & undisturbed environment)
cetus pro BNF Package
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1 * Cetus Pro Brushless Quadcopter
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2 * BT2.0 450mAh 1S Lipo Battery
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1 * BT2.0 Battery Charger and Voltage Tester
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1 * Type-C Adapter
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1 * Prop Removal Tool
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4 * 40mm 3-blade Props
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2 * User Manual
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1 * Cetus Pro Brushless Quadcopter
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1 * LiteRadio2 SE Transmitter (Frsky D8 Protocol)
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1 * VR02 FPV Goggles
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2 * BT2.0 450mAh 1S Lipo Battery
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1 * BT2.0 Battery Charger and Voltage Tester
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1 * USB Charging Cable (Type-C)
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1 * Type-C Adapter
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1 * Prop Removal Tool
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4 * 40mm 3-blade Props
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2 * User Manual
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1 * Portable Storage Bag
550mah Battery:
BT2.0 Batteries are well renowned for delivering excellent performance and durability in 1S whoop drones. The BT2.0 550mAh 1S battery achieves even better performance. It is capable of delivering a discharge rate of 40C (continuous) and 80C (burst). Larger capacity and stronger power bring more flight time and robust flight performance to 75-80mm whoop drones.
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BT2.0 connector decreased the internal resistance of the connector effectively by upgrading the crimped pins to 1.0mm banana connector and increasing the cross-sectional area of 1.0mm banana connector.
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By solving the problem of voltage sag, the discharge of the 550mAh 1S BT2.0 lipo becomes more efficient. Pilots can enjoy more flight time without the disturbance of low voltage warnings.
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BT2.0 550mAh 1S Battery has stable current/voltage output and high efficiency. All 1S brushless drones will gain powerful and perfect performance with this BT2.0 550mAh 1S battery.
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Compared with the PH2.0 crimped pins, the BT2.0 connector is more durable and can discharge more currents in the same capacity and provide far more power.
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It is perfectly suitable for BETAFPV 1S whoop drones that use the BT2.0 450mAh battery, it can provide stable and consistent power, which achieved dynamic balance and more flight time. For example, Meteor75, Meteor75 HD, Meteor75 Pro, Meteor75 Pro HD, Cetus Pro, and Cetus X (double 1S battery in serial).
Specification
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Item: BT2.0 550mAh 1S Battery
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Capacity: 550mAh
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Rate: 40C/80C
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Voltage: 4.35V
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Dimension:69.5*16.2*6.5mm
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Connector: Betafpv BT2.0 connector
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Weight: 13.99g/pc
550mAh Battery VS 450mAh Battery
BT2.0 550mAh 1S battery was upgraded in capacity and C-rate compared with the BT2.0 450mAh 1S battery. So it can provide more flight time and power for whoop drones that used 450mAh battery. For weight-sensitive whoop drones, BT2.0 450mAh 1S battery is also a good choice.
BT2.0 550 mAh 1S Battery |
BT2.0 450mAh 1S Battery |
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Weight |
13.99g/pc |
12.70g/pc |
Dimension |
69.5*16.2*6.5mm |
61*15*7.5mm |
C-Rate |
40C/80C |
30C/60C |
Capacity |
550mAh |
450mAh |
There is a graph of comparison between BT2.0 1S 550mAh battery and BT2.0 1S 450mAh battery. The discharge current is 13.5A in this testing. You could see that it has a longer time and improvement in voltage, which brings better flight performance.
The below picture shows the discharge of BT2.0 550mAh 1S battery in 22A (40C).
More Flight Time
BETAFPV Meteor75, Meteor75 HD, Meteor75 Pro, Meteor75 Pro HD, Cetus Pro, and Cetus X are compatible with BT2.0 550mAh 1S battery, ensuring more time to create and less time worrying about the battery level. Pilots who fly 75-80mm whoop drones can also use BT2.0 550mAh battery.
Note: The flight time testing for both batteries is based on the 4.35V-3.2V voltage.
Pilots should remove the battery plate if installing this battery on Cetus Pro
Package
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4 * BT2.0 550mAh 1S Battery