Understanding Skydio Connect
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Skydio Connect includes various radio connectivity options between Skydio X10, the Skydio X10 Controller, and Flight Deck controls, whether you’re flying with the controller or via browser.
You have two Skydio Connect options when purchasing your Skydio X10.
Skydio Connect SL
Skydio Connect SL provides a proprietary, optimized point-to-point wireless link between X10 and the controller. With line-of-sight distances up to 7.5 miles or 12 kilometers, SL offers robust performance for most autonomous flight missions.
- Operating frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5GHz
- Range in ideal conditions: 7.5 mi (12 km)
[note] When flying with Skydio Connect SL, always maintain a clear line of sight between the controller and drone. [/note]
Skydio Connect 5G
Skydio Connect 5G with a Remote Flight Deck subscription allows you to fly Skydio X10 anywhere with a stable cellular connection. Remotely operate your drones from any Skydio X10 Controller that is connected to your 5G network or over an internet browser via Skydio Cloud.
For more information about setting up and flying over a cellular connection, visit: How to fly Skydio X10 over cellular connectivity.
Skydio Connect Fusion
If you purchased Skydio Connect 5G, you will have access to Connect SL along with Skydio Fusion.
Skydio Connect Fusion provides continuous, high-quality video by encoding separate streams for both Connect SL and Connect 5G, then dynamically selects the strongest feed in real-time. Pilots do not need to manually manage radio links as Skydio X10 and the X10 Controller will optimize inflight connectivity by automatically switching between Connect 5G (cellular) and Connect SL (point-to-point), ensuring the best available connection is always in use.
- Fusion is set as the default Flight Connection within the Radio menu
- Select FUS in the telemetry bar to view detailed connection health status
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