Overview
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal Camera is a high-performance dual-sensor camera designed for surveillance and tracking applications. It features a CMOS EO sensor with 1920x1080 resolution and an uncooled VOx thermal imager with 640x512 resolution, delivering unparalleled clarity and detail. With a detection range of up to 1000m for vehicles and 600m for thermal imaging, this camera supports precise observation. The 3-axis gimbal provides ±0.02° vibration stability and a mechanical range of -55° to 130° for pitch, ensuring smooth and stable operation. Additionally, it supports multiple control methods, including TTL, S.BUS, and TCP/UDP, offering seamless integration with UAV systems for versatile use.
Key Features
Hardware Excellence:
- Wide Input Voltage Range: Operates at 12V with input support of 3S-6S (12V~25.2V).
- Efficient Power Consumption: Average power consumption is 7.2W, with a peak of 14.5W.
- High-Quality Output: Supports IP video streaming in RTSP/UDP (720p/1080p at 30fps) with H264/H265 encoding.
- Ample Storage: Local storage supports SD cards up to 512GB, enabling high-resolution JPG image storage (1920x1080) and MP4 video recording at 1080p 30fps.
- Robust Build: Operates reliably in harsh environments, with a working temperature range of -20°C to +50°C.
Precision Gimbal Specifications:
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Smooth Movement Range:
- Pitch: -55° to 130°
- Roll: ±70°
- Yaw: ±150° / ±360°*N (IP output version).
- High Stability: Vibration angle precision of ±0.02° ensures steady footage.
- One-Key Centering: Quick reset to neutral positions for convenience.
EO Camera Specifications:
- Superior Imaging: Equipped with a CMOS sensor offering 1920x1080 resolution.
- Impressive Range: Detects vehicles up to 1000m away and identifies human figures up to 400m.
- Enhanced Viewing: Features an 8mm focal length with a 38.3° x 22.1° field of view and defog capability.
- Digital Zoom: Supports zoom levels from 1x to 8x for detailed observations.
Thermal Imaging Specifications:
- Advanced Thermal Technology: Utilizes an uncooled VOx long-wave thermal imager (8μm-14μm) with a resolution of 640x512.
- Optimal Detection: Detects vehicles at 600m and human figures at 250m.
- Superior Clarity: NETD ≤50mK@F1.0 ensures precise thermal readings.
- Customizable Imaging: Multiple color palettes (white hot, black hot, pseudo-color) and digital zoom (1x~8x).
Object Tracking:
- High Update Rate: Tracks objects with a deviation pixel update rate of 60Hz.
- Versatile Tracking Sizes: Handles objects from 16x16 pixels to 128x128 pixels.
- Memory and Speed: Can store object memory for 100 frames and track at speeds greater than 48 pixels/frame.
System Integration:
- On-Screen Display (OSD): Shows yaw/pitch angle, magnification, GPS data, altitude, and time.
- Geotagging: Embeds GPS coordinates and time in EXIF metadata.
- Seamless Protocol Support: Fully compatible with Mavlink (Ardupilot and PX4), including optional "Follow Me" mode.
- Video Options: Supports EO/IR video stitching with multiple output modes.
Specifications
Hardware Parameter U818 | |
Working voltage | 12V |
Input voltage | 3S ~ 6S(12V~25.2V) |
Dynamic current | 600~1200mA @ 12V |
Power consumption | Average 7.2W, Max 14.5W |
Working environment temp. | -20℃ ~ +50℃ |
Output | IP (RTSP/UDP 720p/1080p 30fps H264/H265) |
Local-storage | SD card (Up to 512G,class 10, FAT32 format) |
Picture storage format in TF card | JPG(1920*1080) |
Video storage format in TF card | MP4(1080P 30fps) |
Control method | TTL or S.BUS (choose one of them, and TTL by default), and TCP/UDP |
Gimbal Spec | |
Mechanical Range | Pitch/Tilt: -55°~130°, Roll: ±70°, Yaw/Pan: ±150° / ±360°*N (IP output version) |
Controllable Range | Pitch/Tilt: -45°~125°, Yaw/Pan: ±145° / ±360°*N (IP output version) |
Vibration angle | Pitch/Roll/Yaw: ±0.02° |
One-key to center | √ |
EO Camera Spec | |
Imager Sensor | CMOS Sensor |
Resolution | 1920*1080 |
Focus Length | 8mm |
Angle of View | 38.3°*22.1° |
Detective Distance (Car: 4.2x1.8m) | 1000m |
Recognize Distance (Man: 1.8x0.5m) | 400m |
Digital zoom | 1x ~ 8x |
Defog | Yes |
IR Thermal Imager Spec | |
Focus Length | 18mm |
Horizontal FOV | 24° |
Vertical FOV | 18.1° |
Working mode | Uncooled VOx long wave (8μm~14μm) thermal imager |
Detector pixel | 640*512 |
Pixel size | 12μm |
Focusing method | Athermal prime lens |
NETD | ≤50mK@F.0 @25℃ |
Color palette | White hot, black hote, pseudo color |
Digital zoom | 1x ~ 8x |
Detective Distance (Car: 4.2x1.8m) | 600m |
Recognize Distance (Man: 1.8x0.5m) | 250m |
EO / IR Camera Object Tracking | |
Update rate of deviation pixel | 60Hz |
Minimum object contrast | 5% |
Minimum object size | 16*16 pixel |
Maximum object size | 128*128 pixel |
Tracking speed | >48 pixel/frame |
Object memory time | 100 frames |
Features | |
OSD | Display the gimbal’s yaw and pitch angle, magnification, card recording duration, aircraft GPS and altitude, date and time |
Geotagging | Display time and GPS coordinate in picture exif |
Card reading online | HTTP read pictures or videos |
KLV (UDP) (optional) | Card recording or Viewlink video playback |
ArduPilot / PX4 | Support(Mavlink protocol ) Optional: Support Ardupilot Follow me feature |
Video stitching | EO+IR /IR+EO /EO /IR |
Dual video stream output | Not support(EO and IR two stream output) |
Packing Information | |
N.W. | 310±10g (with damping system) |
Product meas. | 92.3*68.1*112.9mm |
Accessories | 1pc gimbal camera device, screws, dampers, Connecting line, UART and power connector, Ethernet cable, USB to TTL cable / Hight quality box with foam cushion |
G.W. | 720g |
Package meas. | 200*200*150mm |
Applications
- Surveillance: Ideal for public safety, border patrol, and facility monitoring.
- Search and Rescue: Thermal imaging supports nighttime and challenging conditions.
- Industrial Inspections: Suitable for inspecting pipelines, powerlines, and structures.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal Camera combines advanced EO and IR sensors with precision gimbal control, making it the ultimate choice for professional-grade surveillance, tracking, and industrial applications.
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 drone gimbal offers micro prime lens, dual sensor tracking camera, suitable for surveillance and aerial photography applications, with precise stabilization and reliable performance.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a dual sensor, triple sensor, and supports 1920x1080 resolution at 30fps or 3fps. It has a 18mm lens with a 640x512 CMOS sensor and also includes thermal imaging with 12um pixel size. Additionally, it equipped with a 12um thermal sensor and a laser rangefinder.
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a zoom capability with 640x512 resolution, 3.68MP, and 4x thermal resolution. It has an effective pixel count of IR digital zoom and a 18mm lens with 12µm pixel pitch. The camera also boasts a 1200M range and a 510x300mm frame rate.
Compact structure, small volume, lightweight. Suitable for small UAVs like U818 with a weight of 310g or U818M with a weight of 3.45 pounds.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a CNC-machined aluminum alloy housing with improved metal texture, enhanced protection strength, and better heat dissipation.
Customized brushless motor provides fast speed and excellent stability for smooth footage.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a prime lens for FULL HD and is widely used in surveillance applications, including large area reconnaissance. It supports 1080p at 30FPS.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a laser range finder with accuracy up to 1200 meters, and an impressive precision of <400m +1mm horizontally, and >400m +0.4% vertically.
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a 510*300 angle of view, perfect for capturing stunning aerial footage. Compatible with U818 and U818M drones.
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a thermal camera with an 18mm lens, capable of capturing high-resolution images at 640x512 pixels. The gimbal offers white-hot and pseudo-hot IR thermal imaging modes, along with a thermal resolution of 50MK and sensitivity of 12uum. It also boasts a 60Hz thermal frame rate and update rate. Additionally, the U818M includes multiple thermal imaging modes, including pseudo-color patterns for enhanced visualization. Other features include electronic image stabilization (EIS), 4x digital zoom, and a compact design.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal supports various functions including Mavlink compatibility and KLV metadata provision. It also works with Viewlink, Vstation, MissionPlanner, QGC, and SmartAP for video stream output.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal features a video output with control methods including IP (RTSP, RTMP, UDP), UART/S.BUS, and TCP/UDP.
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal with TTLIS BUS Control, Power Cable, Ethernet, Micro-USB and Loupe View.
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal provides advanced stabilization for seamless aerial surveillance experience
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal, dimensions: approximately 4.99 inches x 2.63 inches x 2.44 inches (127mm x 67mm x 62mm).
ViewPro Hawkeye U818 Drone Gimbal: Compact and lightweight, this gimbal features a standard dimension of 106.7mm (length) x 81mm (width) x 62.9mm (height). Perfect for aerial photography and videography, it provides smooth stabilization for your drone camera.
The ViewPro Hawkeye U818 drone gimbal offers a high-quality image stabilization system for smooth and clear video recording.
Standard Version U818 Hawkeye Drone Gimbal. Includes: U818, Pelican Case, 326 micro-SD Card, Damping Ball, <2" screws x2, J30-15TJ Copper Cylinder x4 and ViewPro Hawkeye Accessories.
Standard Version U818M U818M Pelican Case includes 326 micro-SD Card, Damping ball x4, 2 x1, 70) 8 M2 Screw x2, J30-15TJ x1, Copper Cylinder x4, and Veb Mewprouar IP PCOU.