Board Overview
This section provides a high-level overview of SAMPATHI -1.
Board Orientation
Before connecting anything:
- Identify the USB side
- Confirm the arrow / orientation marking
- Ensure the board is mounted correctly in your frame
⚠️ Incorrect orientation will cause flight instability.
Connector Overview
SAMPATHI 1 provides connectors for:
- Motor / ESC outputs
- Battery power input
- Digital video system
- GPS module
- External sensors
- SD card
- USB (configuration and firmware updates only)
ℹ️ Connector pin definitions are given at the end of the documentation.
Status LEDs
The FCU includes status LEDs to indicate:
- Power and boot status
- Connection state
- Error or fault conditions
ℹ️ Detailed LED behaviour is explained later in this guide.