1. Introduction
The Hawkeye Little Pilot Captain X is a 10.2-inch all-in-one FPV monitor designed for aerial photography systems. It features dual 5.8G receivers, a high brightness display of 1000 Lux, and an integrated DVR for background recording. This monitor supports X band frequencies, offers -99db high sensitivity, and includes auto/manual channel search capabilities, along with an HDMI input for versatile connectivity.
2. Unboxing and Overview
Watch this video for a detailed unboxing of your Hawkeye Little Pilot Captain X FPV Monitor:
Video: Unboxing the Hawkeye Little Pilot Captain X FPV Monitor.
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3. Package Contents
The following items are included in your Hawkeye Little Pilot Captain X package:
- Hawkeye Little Pilot Captain X FPV Monitor
- Female XT60 plug to male DC connector cable (1 pc)
- 3.5mm connector cable (2 pcs)
- 5.8G antenna (2 pcs)
- Bracket (1 pc)
4. Key Features
The Captain X FPV Monitor is specially designed for aerial photography systems, offering the following features:
- High Brightness: 1000 Lux display for clear visibility.
- Dual Receiver: Built-in dual 5.8G receivers for reliable signal reception.
- Integrated DVR: Features an integrated DVR (Digital Video Recorder) black box that can record in the background without affecting FPV use.
- No Delay/Anti Blue Screen/Anti Black Screen: The built-in DVR system ensures no delay in receiving signals, and blue or black screens will not occur.
- Auto/Manual Channel Scan: Supports both automatic and manual channel scanning, eliminating the need for DIP switches.
- HDMI Input: Provides versatile connectivity options.
5. Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 1024x600 |
| Backlight | LED |
| Brightness | 1000 Lux |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Response Time | 10ms |
| Color System | PAL/NTSC |
| Working Voltage | DC: 3S-6S battery |
| Current | 1.0A @3S; 550MA @6S |
| Input (Video) | PAL/NTSC |
| Input (Signal) | HDMI |
| Output (Video) | Video |
| Output (Power) | 1A (5V input power >12V) |
| DVR Resolution | D1/VGA/QVGA |
| DVR TF Card Supported | Max 64G |
| Monitor Size | 265mm × 170mm × 31mm |
| Packing Size | 300mm × 200mm × 60mm |
| Gross Weight | 1.13kg |
| 5.8G Sensitivity | -99dB |
| Matching Antenna Interface | SMA |
6. Setup Guide
6.1. Antenna Installation
Screw the two provided 5.8G antennas onto the SMA connectors located on the side of the monitor. Ensure they are securely fastened.
6.2. Power Connection
Connect the Female XT60 plug to male DC connector cable to a compatible 3S-6S battery (DC 11V-24V). Plug the DC connector into the power input port on the monitor.
6.3. TF Card Preparation
Before first use, insert a TF card (up to 64GB) into the SD card port. It is recommended to format the TF card through the monitor's menu system to ensure optimal performance and compatibility. Note: Please back up any data on the TF card before formatting, as all files will be deleted.
7. Operation
7.1. Button Functions
The monitor features two groups of buttons: one for DVR control and the other for display control.
| Button | Function (DVR Key) | Function (Monitor Key) |
|---|---|---|
| UP | Move cursor up | Up/OSD (Short press to hide/show indication windows, long press for Auto channel search in FPV) |
| DOWN | Move cursor down | Down/Help (Short press to pop up HELP menu) |
| MENU (LEFT) | Pop up/exit menu/sub menu | Left/Source- (Short press for adjustment (-), long press to pop up former interface) |
| MODE (RIGHT) | Enter/exit video playback mode | Right/Source+ (Short press for adjustment (+), long press to pop up next interface) |
| OK | Confirm selection /play/stop | Confirm selection /play/stop |
7.2. Interface Switching
Pressing the LEFT or RIGHT button (Monitor Key) can switch between the FPV interface, DVR interface, external video input interface, and HDMI interface.
7.3. FPV Interface Descriptions
The FPV interface is the default boot interface. It displays the following indicators:
- Voltage indicator: Input voltage value is displayed (10V to 26V). When the battery is low, the menu turns red and starts flashing. The blue light flashes faster in the lower left corner, and the buzzer alarms. Replace the battery immediately to avoid damage.
- Recording indicator: A red "R" flashes, and the blue light flashes when DVR is working in the background.
- Time indicator: Monitor running time is displayed.
- Signal strength indicator: The strength of the signals received by ANT1 and ANT2 is displayed.
7.4. Frequency Group Selection
You can manually select the desired frequency from 7 groups (A, B, C, D, R, F, and X) or select the SCAN option to start an auto search. Currently, only data between 4.867G and 6.080G is supported.
| A | B | C | D | R | F | X | Z | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5865 | 5733 | 5705 | 5740 | 5658 | 5362 | 4990 | 6002 | ||||
| 2 | 5845 | 5752 | 5685 | 5760 | 5695 | 5399 | 4884 | 5020 | 5348 | 5373 | 5980 | 6028 |
| 3 | 5825 | 5771 | 5665 | 5780 | 5732 | 5436 | 4921 | 5050 | 5366 | 5413 | 6000 | 6054 |
| 4 | 5805 | 5790 | 5645 | 5800 | 5769 | 5473 | 4958 | 5080 | 5384 | 5453 | 6020 | 6080 |
| 5 | 5785 | 5809 | 5885 | 5820 | 5806 | 5510 | 4995 | 5110 | 5402 | 5493 | 6040 | 6106 |
| 6 | 5765 | 5828 | 5905 | 5840 | 5843 | 5547 | 5032 | 5140 | 5420 | 5533 | 6060 | 6132 |
| 7 | 5745 | 5847 | 5925 | 5860 | 5880 | 5584 | 5069 | 5170 | 5438 | 5573 | 6080 | 6158 |
| 8 | 5945 | 5860 | 5845 | 5847 | 5880 | 5584 | 5170 | 6158 |
To manually input a frequency:
- Select "INPUT" in the FRQA option.
- Select the FRQB option and confirm with "OK".
- Use the "OK", "UP", and "DOWN" buttons to select the desired frequency.
- Press "OK" to enter the frequency point input mode.
- Use "UP" and "DOWN" to select the desired value.
- After all inputs are completed, press "OK" to confirm.
Note: Currently, only frequencies between 4.990G and 6.080G are supported. If not within this range, the prompt bar will turn red, and the setting will not be successful. Please re-enter.
7.5. Display Interface Settings
Press the OK button to open the popup menu for display settings. Options include:
- FRQA/FRQB/FRQADJ: Frequency related settings.
- FORMAT: Video format (AUTO/PAL/NTSC). If AUTO is selected, the input video system will be automatically identified. Incorrect settings may cause display failure.
- BRI (Brightness): Control range 1-40.
- CON (Contrast): Control range 1-40.
- SAT (Saturation): Control range 1-40.
- SHARP (Sharpness): Control range 1-15.
- GAMA (Gamma): Control range C1-C3.
- SPEAKER: Volume control range 1-40.
- LIGHT (Blacklight): Adjust LED light brightness (Auto, High, Low).
- ZOOM: Aspect ratio selection (16:9 / 4:3).
- VOLADJ: Voltage adjustment range -5 to +5.
- LED: Adjust power indicator light (ON/OFF).
- LAN (Language): Select display language (Chinese/English).
- RESET: Reset values to default.
- EXIT: Exit the menu.
7.6. Advanced Settings
Press the MENU button twice to access Advanced Settings, which include Format, Date/Time, and Language.
- Format: Enter Advanced Settings and select Format to format the TF card. This optimizes the file system. Remember to back up your data before formatting.
- Date/Time: Enter Advanced Settings, select Date/Time, use UP/DOWN to select, and MENU to exit.
- Language: Enter Advanced Settings, select Language, use UP/DOWN to choose from 8 languages, and MENU to exit.
- TV Mode: Video output system can be selected, and video input system will be automatically identified. Select the system according to your region (keep in PAL, do not change).
- Default Settings: This option restores the monitor to factory default settings.
7.7. DVR Interface and Recording Settings
The DVR can run front-end or back-end. In any interface except DVR setting and video playback mode, pressing the OK button (middle one of DVR control group) can start recording in the background, without affecting FPV use.
Press the MENU button to select sub-menu options for recording:
- Resolution: Select recording resolution from D1 (720x576 PAL), 720x480 (NTSC), VGA (640x480), or QVGA (320x240).
- Cycle Recording: If selected, the latest videos will overwrite the earliest ones when the TF card is full. Options: OFF, 5 Min, 10 Min.
- Motion Detection: If selected, the DVR will automatically start recording when motion is detected. Sensitivity can be adjusted (High, Medium, Low).
- Date Stamp: Decide whether date and time will be shown at the bottom of video images (ON/OFF).
- Audio Acquisition: Decide whether sounds can be recorded real-time into video files (ON/OFF).
7.8. Video Playback
First, switch to the DVR interface. Pressing the MODE (RIGHT) button can start video playback. Use the UP or DOWN button to select a desired file, then press the OK button to start playing it.
7.9. Interface Display Examples
HDMI input supports 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i/p resolutions.
8. Maintenance
- Cleaning: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the monitor screen and body. Avoid using liquid cleaners or abrasive materials.
- Storage: Store the monitor in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
- Cooling: Ensure the cooling fan area on the back of the monitor is not covered by debris to maintain proper ventilation.
9. Troubleshooting
- Not able to search channels automatically:
- Auto channel scan only functions in the FPV interface.
- In the DVR interface, users should search channels manually.
- The video displayed is black-and-white:
- Check whether the camera output is black-and-white (some cameras might automatically shift to black-and-white in low-light conditions).
- Can not start after connected to power:
- First fully charge the battery, and make sure its discharge current at least reaches 1.4A.
- Check whether the battery power is sufficient. If a 3S battery is being used, try a different 3S battery for testing.
- Check whether it is caused by poor contact of the DC-plug and battery cable.
- Check whether the power source is correctly connected to positive and negative terminals.
- No channel can be received:
- Install antennas correctly.
- Move the monitor close to the 5.8 GHz transmitter.
- Connect video signal to the transmitter.
- Check whether the channel provided by the transmitter is one of those listed in the channels-able-to-be-received table; check with other channels.
- Volume is too low:
- Turn the volume to full.
- Check whether the microphone of the transmitter works well.
10. User Tips
- Battery Care: Always ensure your battery is fully charged and provides sufficient discharge current (at least 1.4A) for stable operation. A low or underperforming battery can lead to startup issues or unexpected shutdowns.
11. Warranty and Support
For any technical assistance, warranty claims, or support inquiries, please contact the seller or manufacturer directly. Keep your proof of purchase for any warranty-related services.
