{"product_id":"darwinfpv-5-8g-40ch-400mw-800mw-1200mw-baby-ape-vtx","title":"DarwinFPV 5.8G 40CH 1.2W Baby Ape VTX Video Transmitter, DC 7-33V Input, SmartAudio, U.FL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DarwinFPV 5.8G 40CH 1200mW Baby Ape VTX is a 5.8GHz FPV VTX video transmitter designed for medium to long-range FPV setups. It supports up to 5km transmission distance in real-world tests (no interference at the beach) and features “No Burnout” PA protection to help prevent damage if the antenna is accidentally disconnected during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmit power levels: 400mW \/ 800mW \/ 1.2W (1200mW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3oz copper-thick PCB cooling design for improved heat dissipation and sustained output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal dual-stage filter circuit to reduce 90% screen flicker interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide voltage input: DC 7-33V with surge protection and over-temperature safeguards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40-channel support: 40CH (A-B-E-F-R)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartAudio VTX protocol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton\/OSD parameter adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eU.FL\/IPEX1 antenna interface (VTX connector: IPEX1\/U.FL; antenna connector: IPEX1\/U.FL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTri-mode mounting pattern: 20x20mm (M2), 25.5x25.5mm (M2), 30.5x30.5mm (M3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDarwinFPV 5.8G 1.2W VTX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400mW \/ 800mW \/ 1.2W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission distance (No interference at the beach)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5km\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 7-33V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V \/ 1A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10V \/ 510mA @ 1.2W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVideo Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNTSC \/ PAL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40CH (A-B-E-F-R)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParameter Adjustment Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eButton \/ OSD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndicator Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 power indicator light (red); 3 frequency group indicators (blue); 3 frequency indicators (green)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrophone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVTX Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmartAudio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntenna Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eU.FL \/ IPEX1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorking Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-10°C to 40°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20x20mm (M2); 25.5x25.5mm (M2); 30.5x30.5mm (M3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37 x 37 x 4.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (without the antenna)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2±2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (With Package)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71 x 110mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (With Package)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.1±2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eButton Manual\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter power on, channel frequency, frequency group, power, and other parameters can be adjusted by pressing the button.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 (Frequency control):\u003c\/strong\u003e Short press once to switch frequency (green light) CH1-CH8 cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 (Frequency group control):\u003c\/strong\u003e Press and hold for 3 seconds. When the frequency group light (blue light) RF flashes and other lights go out, enter frequency group switching. Short press again to switch frequency group A-R cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 (Power control):\u003c\/strong\u003e Press and hold for 6 seconds. When the red and blue lights are on at the same time, enter power adjustment. Short press again to switch power from 25mW to 1200mW cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWiring \/ Cable Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput 5V negative (connected to camera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput 5V positive (connected to camera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTX video signal cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTX parameter adjustment cable (connected to FC TX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTX input voltage negative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTX input voltage positive (7-33V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x DarwinFPV 5.8G 1.2W VTX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 40mm VTX Cable (Single head SH1.0 6P)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 5.8G-IPEX1\/U.FL-RF113-80mm Copper Tube Antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor installation or setup questions, contact support@rcdrone.top or visit https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"details\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-gallery\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"DarwinFPV 5.8G 40CH 1.2W Baby Ape VTX board overview with key feature icons\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX.jpg?v=1778044458\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDarwinFPV 5.8G 40CH 1.2W Baby Ape VTX built for stable, higher-power FPV video transmission in compact builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"1200mW FPV VTX signal coverage graphic highlighting longer range and stronger video penetration\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_d2871da7-9ae8-4370-a650-3b76d760a0df.jpg?v=1778044466\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up of the military-grade PA chip on the VTX, highlighting burnout protection without antenna\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_81ae016b-7235-4499-874d-84ba0bba660f.jpg?v=1778044474\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rugged PA chip with “no burnout” protection helps protect the transmitter if the antenna is unplugged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Rear side of VTX showing 3oz copper-thick PCB design for improved heat dissipation during flight\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_3bd95497-02e0-4b9e-8a37-73b08d02c7ef.jpg?v=1778044481\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dual-stage filter benefit graphic comparing clean FPV video feed versus flicker interference\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_4fede987-bda8-440a-9cfe-444f8216e807.jpg?v=1778044491\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn internal dual-stage filter is designed to reduce screen flicker and keep the video feed cleaner in noisy environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Wide input voltage protection graphic for 7–33V operation with surge and over-temperature safeguards\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_4a3d5c42-c930-4185-b935-006f34ff1d32.jpg?v=1778044498\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Mounting pattern measurements for the VTX: 20x20, 25.5x25.5, and 30.5x30.5 mm hole spacing\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_c2f475d2-b30f-4d17-b9aa-fbb3269878e3.jpg?v=1778044506\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTri-mode mounting supports 20x20, 25.5x25.5, and 30.5x30.5 hole patterns for flexible frame compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"U.FL\/IPEX1 connectors labeled for VTX and antenna, showing compatible IPEX1\/U.FL pigtail connection\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_a246ba12-2e2c-4d10-b0f7-c68620fa5320.jpg?v=1778044514\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DarwinFPV 5.8G 40CH 1.2W Baby Ape VTX wiring diagram with pads, button, LEDs, and input\/output leads\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_56e9dbf9-1ef5-412c-915f-35a5000c50cc.jpg?v=1778044522\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePads, button, indicator LEDs, and wire leads are clearly laid out for straightforward wiring to your flight controller and camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Button control manual for adjusting channel, band, and power levels via short press and long press steps\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_16f66adf-daca-43b6-a525-7d466dbb964d.jpg?v=1778044530\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Specifications table for DarwinFPV 5.8G 1.2W VTX listing power levels, voltage range, channels, and dimensions\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX.png?v=1778044539\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Packing list showing the VTX module, 40mm 6-pin cable, U.FL\/IPEX1 antenna, and stickers\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/cdn\/shop\/files\/DarwinFPV-58G-40CH-1200mW-Baby-Ape-VTX_b8e37524-3a87-452e-9010-7cdd06836a8f.jpg?v=1778044547\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacking list includes the VTX, 6‑pin cable, U.FL\/IPEX1 antenna, and DarwinFPV stickers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DarwinFPV","offers":[{"title":"VTX and Antenna","offer_id":52563500007648,"sku":"VTX-01-1","price":62.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/3210\/3904\/files\/20250708172042.jpg?v=1778030781","url":"https:\/\/rcdrone.top\/products\/darwinfpv-5-8g-40ch-400mw-800mw-1200mw-baby-ape-vtx","provider":"RCDrone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}