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Piccolo II
CCT Part No. 900-90010-00

The Piccolo II

adds additional functionality and flexibility for advanced applications including additional I/O for support of payload intensive applications.

Key Features:

Backwards compatible with Piccolo Plus. Same small size, shielded enclosure, and main connector interface.
Added Advanced Features:
- Higher Rate GPS (4 Hz)
- Second connector expands I/O for added payload support
A demonstrated helicopter solution, commercial support of helicopter applications will be available by Q4 2007.
Supports beyond Line-of-Sight operations using Iridium.

For more Piccolo Autopilot options see the Piccolo Autopilot Options table.

See the Video section of the Autopilots Download page for a demonstration of autonomous take off and landings and moving net precision recoveries using the Piccolo II Autopilot.

Specifications

Interface

Serial interface:
Servo PWM:
CAN:
General Purpose:
Flight Termination:

Five RS232 payload ports
Up to 10 servos
Simulation Interface
6 GPIO + 4 analog inputs
Deadman output

Electrical

Power:

8 V to 20 VDC, 5 W max

Mechanical

Size:
Weight:

5.6 inches x 3.0 inches x 2.4 inches
233 grams (8.2 oz)

Environmental

Operating Temperature:

-40C to +80C (Calibrated Range)