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ImmersionRC 600mW 5.8GHz audio/video transmitter 

Instruction manual 

Specifications 

RF Output (50 Ohm) > 600mW/28dBm +/- 1dB 

Video input (75 Ohm) > 1Vpp typical 

Audio input (10K Ohm)` > 1Vpp typical 

Dimensions (LxWxH) > 50x23x15mm 

Weight (Grams) > 18 grams 

Supply Voltage > 6-25V DC (2S-6S LiPo) 

Power Consumption > 3 Watt 

Power output > 5V, 300mA max. 

RF output > SMA female 

Battery input > 2-pin Molex SL, 2.54mm 

Audio/video input > 5-pin Molex SL, 2.54mm 

Frequencies > 5740, 5760, 5780, 5800 

 > 5820, 5840, 5860MHz 

Overview 

The ImmersionRC 600mW 5.8GHz audio/video transmitter requires a suitable antenna 

(included) and a supply voltage to be connected to be functional. Please refer to the 

below noted images for familiarizing yourself with your audio/video transmitter prior to 

connecting the audio/video transmitter to your power supply and camera or audio/video 

source: 

Fig 1. Top side of ImmersionRC 600mW 5.8GHz audio/video transmitter. 

Top left > SMA female connector, connect your antenna here. 

Top right > 5-pin Molex SL, audio/video input, 5V output. 

Bottom right > 2-pin Molex SL, battery input, 6-25V DC. 
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Fig 2. Bottom side of ImmersionRC 600mW 5.8GHz audio/video transmitter. 

Bottom left > SMA female connector, connect your antenna here. 

Top right > Dipswitch for settings channel frequency. 

Bottom right > 5-pin Molex Picoblade, audio/video input, 5V output. 

Please refer to the labeling on the sticker for the correct pin out for connecting your 

power supply and camera or audio/video source to the audio/video input. 

Battery input 

BATT > Positive pole (+) on battery, usually RED 

GND > Negative pole (-) on battery, usually BLACK 

Audio/video input, 5V output 

AUDR > Right audio channel 

AUDL > Left audio channel 

VID > Video input 

GND > Negative pole - of battery and/or GND of video signal 

5V out > 5V output, 300mA max. 

Please note that the minimum supply voltage required is 6V and the maximum is 25V. 

Do not opt to run your audio/video transmitter off of a regulated output of a BEC or 

similar switching or linear regulator, the audio/video transmitter is designed to be 

connected to your main flight battery directly. 

The 5V output is NOT to be used as an input, it is an output only! Connecting this output 

to another power supply, regardless of voltage, will render the audio/video transmitter 

defective. The 5V output is designed to power a 5V camera directly, or, when used with 

our 12V step-up, a 12V camera directly. The maximum power it can supply is 300mA, 

hence this output CANNOT be used to power HD cameras such as the GoPro as they 

have a much higher current draw. 
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Instructions on use 

A typical setup of the ImmersionRC 600mW 5.8GHz audio/video transmitter requires the 

BATT-GND pins to be connected to the main flight pack directly, the audio/video input 

typically requires VID-GND-5V out when a 5V camera is used. 

NOTE: FatShark 5V cameras are fully compatible with ImmersionRC's transmitters and 

are plug-and-play with the proper connector already fitted to the supplied cable. 

NOTE: Due to the popularity of ImmersionRC's transmitters other brands have opted to 

use the same connectors as ImmersionRC. In their infinite wisdom they unfortunately 

have opted to not use the same, industry standard, ImmersionRC pin out. This can result 

in significant damage to their, or ImmersionRC's, transmitters when used without 

verifying the pin out. The same applies to the antenna connector, other manufacturers 

have opted to use a RP-SMA antenna connector, which again is not compatible with the, 

industry standard, SMA connector. Please always check and verify your connector pin 

outs and type prior to use to prevent costly mistakes. 

NOTE: In the images used in this manual the protective transparent shrink-wrap is 

removed to be able to take clear photos, during use the shrink-wrap should NEVER be 

removed as it protects the electronic components fitted to the PCB and safeguards the 

transmitter from accidental short-circuits when in close contact with metallic or 

conductive (carbon fiber) surfaces. I.e. always leave the shrink-wrap on, do NOT take it 

off. 

Channel frequencies 

The frequency of the channel in the 5.8GHz band the audio/video transmitter transmits 

on is set by a total of three (3) dipswitches on the transmitter. The 4th dipswitch is not 

used for channel selection, hence its position doesn't matter. Please refer to the below 

noted image for the channel frequencies and corresponding dipswitch settings: 
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Notes on proper use of the audio/video transmitter 

• Do not run the audio/video transmitter without a suitable antenna connected. 

• Do NOT remove the protective outer shrink-wrap. 

• Make sure there's plenty of airflow over the transmitter for cooling. 

• Make sure the antenna is properly fitted and won't come loose during use. 

• Do not run the transmitter off of a regulated power supply 

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Notes on troubleshooting the audio/video transmitter 

• No video, black screen > cap still on camera lens, GND not connected on video. 

• Poor range, dropouts > RP-SMA antenna fitted, LHCP/RHCP antennas mixed. 

• No LED > 5V output shorted or excessive power draw from 5V output. 

• Hum in audio > ground loop, multiple GND wires connected. 

• Snowy image, black/white > wrong channel selected.

• Great disturbance in the force > 12V connected to 5V input. 

 Regulatory notice 

The use of this product may be prohibited in your country/region/state, please verify that 

the RF output power and frequencies used by this transmitter comply with local rules 

and regulations, this product may require a license to operate. 

Warranty 

For warranty claims or repair requests please consult the retailer that you purchased this 

product from, they will be able to help you with your warranty claim or repair request. 

Package contents 

The ImmersionRC 600mW 5.8GHz audio/video transmitter is shipped with the following 

items: 

1pcs - ImmersionRC 600mW 5.8GHz audio/video transmitter. 

1pcs - Linear polarized SMA male articulating, straight 5.8GHz antenna. 

1pcs - Cable, featuring a Molex SL 2-pin female plug to JST 2-pin male header. 

1pcs - Cable, featuring a Molex SL 5-pin female plug to bare wire ends. 

1pcs - ImmersionRC sticker. 

 Directions on safety 

ImmersionRC advocates the safe use of their products, always make sure you 

equipment is in proper working order, is checked prior to every flight and that your are 

familiar and respect the equipment's capabilities and limitations. Do NOT fly recklessly, 

do NOT fly near airports, freeways, towns, people, etc, basically anywhere were a 

equipment failure or pilot error can result in injury or damage to people and/or property. 

Manual rev2.0, ImmersionRC Limited - July 7th 2014.