Product overview
The Kimpok KP-T1280R provides analog FPV video transmission for drone integration, including long-range inspection and scientific collection in attenuative environments. It operates across 1080MHz-1360MHz in the 1.2G band, with eight channels and 8W output. The transmitter measures 100x50x20mm, weighs 176g and uses an SMA antenna connector. Its supplied configuration consists of the VTX unit, a user manual and necessary mounting accessories. Channel frequencies run from 1080 to 1360MHz in 40MHz steps, giving operators eight discrete frequency selections for the video link.
Integration requires active cooling, thermal bonding and placement in the highest airflow area possible, together with shielding, filtered cables and separation from sensitive avionics. The transmitting antenna must have VSWR below 1.2:1, while the ground station requires a high-gain directional array. The electrical input rating is DC 12V, 760mA; the separate power-system requirement calls for a dedicated, heavily filtered supply capable of 15A to 20A+ at common voltages such as 12V. Substantial system weight and reduced flight endurance are operating limitations. Deployment also requires coordinated frequency licensing and RF exposure procedures.
Specifications
| Specification | Value & conditions |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kimpok Technology |
| Model | KP-T1280R |
| Origin | China |
| Certification | CE certification |
| Transmitter type | Analog video transmitter |
| Frequency band | 1.2G |
| Frequency range | 1080MHz-1360MHz |
| Channels | 8CH |
| Input voltage and current | DC 12V, 760mA |
| RF output power | 8W (8000mW) |
| Antenna connector | SMA |
| Dimensions | 100x50x20mm |
| Weight | 176g |
| HS code | 8517623400 |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| Channel frequency mapping | Channels 1–8: 1080, 1120, 1160, 1200, 1240, 1280, 1320, 1360 MHz, respectively |
| Product role | Drone accessory for FPV video transmission |
| Specialized applications | Long-range inspection behind ridges or infrastructure; scientific data collection in highly attenuative environments such as dense forest canopies; specific public safety or defense applications requiring assured non-line-of-sight videoPublic safety or defense applications require assured NLOS video. |
| Frequency management | Frequency management is required to avoid harmful interference from the large transmission footprintAt 8W output. |
| Power-system requirement | Robust, dedicated, heavily filtered power supply capable of delivering 15A to 20A+At common input voltages, for example 12V. |
| Thermal management | Custom active cooling, thermal bonding and placement in the highest airflow area possible; likely cooling provisions include a large copper or aluminum heatsink with heat pipes, a high-performance fan and potentially liquid coolingDissipating approximately 8W of RF heat. |
| Transmitting antenna requirement | Matched, high-efficiency antenna with VSWR less than 1.2:1 |
| Ground-station antenna requirement | High-gain, highly directional antenna array, such as a large parabolic dish or Yagi array |
| Electromagnetic integration | Extensive shielding, physical isolation, filtered connecting cables and separation from the flight controller, GPS and sensitive avionics; a shielded enclosure is likely required |
| Aircraft integration penalties | Substantial added system weight and markedly reduced flight endurance |
| Operating licensing requirement | Dedicated, professionally coordinated frequency licenses, for example under land mobile or fixed service rules; an amateur radio license alone is insufficient |
| RF exposure provisions | Formal RF exposure calculations and operational procedures to maintain safe distances from personnel |
| Supplied configuration | FPV VTX unit, user manual and necessary mounting accessoriesIncluded equipment. |
| Protective packaging | Anti-static bag inside a sturdy box with foam paddingPackaged for transport. |
