Using a momentary switch to control the X5C FPV module

After I crashed the X5C a few times with my new FPV module installed suddenly one of the wires was separated from its mini jst connector. That was a good time for a modification. The idea was to also be able to use the module on other quads and being able to start and stop recording.

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The simplest solution is to connect the yellow and black wire to a momentary switch. I glued the switch with some epoxy to the housing. The rubber band keeps the wires a bit in place. I lose the ability to control the recording using the transmitter though. This must now be done by hand.

Usage

  • Short press: take a picture.
  • Long press (about one second) starts recording. Short press while recording: stop.

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