DarwinFPV M1018 / M1012 GPS Module (U-BLOX, 10Hz) GPS+BDS+Galileo+QZSS+SBAS, SH1.0-4P

Overview

DarwinFPV-M1018/M1012 is a compact GPS module designed for fast positioning and simple integration. It uses the U-BLOX protocol with a 10Hz update frequency, supports five-mode joint positioning (GPS+BDS+Galileo+QZSS+SBAS), and can track up to 48 satellites.

The module uses a high-gain omnidirectional patch antenna (18x18mm or 12x12mm) for stable reception, and includes a built-in Flash chip and farad capacitor to save configuration parameters and enable faster thermal startup.

Key Features

• Five-mode joint positioning: GPS + BDS + Galileo + QZSS + SBAS (up to 48 satellites)
• U-BLOX protocol, 10Hz output frequency
• High-gain omnidirectional patch antenna for faster positioning and stable reception
• Built-in farad capacitor for faster thermal startup
• Dual antenna specifications: 18x18mm and 12x12mm
• On-board indicator lights for real-time GPS status monitoring (Status Light: blue; Position Light: green)

Specifications

What’s Included

• 1 x DarwinFPV GPS (M1018 or M1012)
• 1 x SH1.0_4P cable
• 1 x sticker

Applications

• FPV racing drones
• Fixed-wing aircraft
• Other model aircraft products

Notes

• Keep the top of the ceramic antenna unobstructed; avoid placing it close to metal and carbon fiber.
• For best reception, use a bracket to mount the GNSS antenna in an open area, and keep it as far as possible from VTX and receiver antennas.
• The antenna is fragile; avoid impacts or drops. Surface scratches on the ceramic antenna may be from manual center-frequency tuning and are not necessarily defects.

Manual (Setup Notes)

Betaflight setup

• Use a 5V power supply for the GPS module (without compass).
• Cross-connect signals: GPS TX to flight controller RX, and GPS RX to flight controller TX.
• Connect the GPS to an available UART TX/RX port, then enable GPS for that port in Betaflight Configurator (example shown: TX2/RX2), and set baud rate to 115200.
• Select UBLOX protocol in the GPS configuration page.
• Disable automatic baud rate and automatic settings if the flight controller cannot recognize GPS (Betaflight 4.3.0 firmware or above noted).
• GPS satellites cannot be searched indoors; test outdoors in an open area.
• If the GPS indicator light does not turn on, power the flight controller with a battery (some flight controllers require a battery for proper GPS operation). If GPS does not appear, check wiring and supply voltage.

INAV setup

• Connect the GPS to an available UART TX/RX port, enable GPS for the corresponding port in INAV Configurator (example shown: TX2/RX2), and set baud rate to 115200.
• Select UBLOX protocol in the INAV GPS page.
• GPS satellites cannot be searched indoors; test outdoors in an open area.

For wiring and configuration help, contact support@rcdrone.top or visit https://rcdrone.top/.

Details

Compact DarwinFPV GPS options for FPV builds, with fast positioning and simple UART integration.

Multi-constellation positioning helps lock satellites faster and maintain stable navigation during flight.

A high-gain omnidirectional patch antenna supports reliable reception in open-sky mounting locations.

A built-in farad capacitor helps retain settings and supports quicker restarts between packs.

Choose the 18×18mm or 12×12mm antenna size to match your frame and mounting space.

Onboard LEDs provide quick visual feedback for power/status and positioning during setup.

Each package includes the GPS module, an SH1.0 4-pin cable, and a DarwinFPV sticker.