ffelectronics PYXIS GPS User Manual

PYXIS GPS
model tracker
Quick Reference Guide V1.5
© ffelectronics – August 2022
Introduction
The PYXIS tracker is a free-flight model aircraft recovery system based on the Global Navigation
Satellite System (GNSS), which uses multiple satellite networks such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo,
Beidou and other regional systems. It does not require the user to transmit any data, operates
independently of any telephone or Internet reception, and works anywhere on earth where there
is free line of sight to four or more satellites.
The PYXIS tracker consists of a receiver (handheld unit) and a beacon (transmitter installed on the
model). Each unit has its own GNSS module which makes it aware of its position. A long-range
radio link allows the transmission of the model's position to the hand unit which, in combination
with the data from a local electronic compass, displays the distance and the bearing in a straight
line to the model, whatever the path taken for the approach.
PYXIS Receiver

ffelectronics PYXIS GPS Specifications

General

Brand	ffelectronics
Model	PYXIS GPS
Category	GPS
Language	English

Summary

PYXIS Receiver Operation and Features

Switching the Receiver ON/OFF

Procedure for turning the receiver unit on and off using a button.

MicroUSB Charging and Status LEDs

Details on charging the receiver via microUSB and understanding the status LEDs.

Compass Calibration Procedure

PYXIS Beacon and System Operation

Beacon Positioning and LED Indications

Beacon Transmission and Power Saving

How GPS Model Tracking Works

Description of the system's operation for tracking the model's GPS position.

Retrieval Process

Conditions and steps required for successful model retrieval.

System Settings and Configuration

LEARN BEACON ID (LRN BEACON ID)

Procedure to bind a new beacon to the handheld unit receiver.

SET ACTIVE ID (SET ACTIVE ID)

COMPASS CALIB Menu (e-compass calibration)

Instructions for calibrating the integrated magnetometer and accelerometer sensors.

Tracking and Coordinate Functions

TRACKING > SET HOME Submenu

TRACKING > GO HOME Submenu

TRACKING > TRACK BEACON Submenu

TRACKING > SHOW COORDIN Submenu

System Batteries Duration and Power Supply

PYXIS Beacon Power Supply Requirements