Beacon & JoySticks

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Beacon & JoySticks

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The Beacon and JoySticks are HOVERAir's all-new remote control solution for the X1 PRO & PROMAX, offering seamless monitoring, precise control, and ultimate portability. Our tri-state JoySticks & Beacon give you three ways to play and triple the fun, significantly expanding the possibilities of your HOVERAir flying camera experience. Note: X1 currently does not support mobile preview, but it will be supported through a future OTA update.

The Beacon and JoyStick are HOVERAir's all-new remote control solution for the X1 PRO&PROMAX,offering seamless monitoring, precise control, and ultimate portability. Our tri-state JoyStick & Beacon gives you three ways to play and triple the fun, significantly expanding the possibilities of your HOVERAir flying camera experience.
REAL-TIME DISPLAY

Compact Yet Powerful Beacon

Used alone, the Beacon provides real-time preview and allows you to adjust the settings on your Hover.

EASY INTUITIVE CONTROL

One-Handed Motion Controller

Clip the Beacon onto the right-hand JoyStick for one-handed motion control, offering intuitive handling and haptic feedback to expand your flying experience.

PRECISION CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Two-Handed Full-Featured Controller

If you're in the mood to pilot, clip on the left-hand JoyStick and attach your mobile phone for full two-handed control. We also offer high precision control sticks.
Note: X1 currently does not support mobile preview but it will be supported through a future OTA update.

Real-time Monitoring Real-time Monitoring

Real-time Monitoring

The 1.78" OLED display lets you monitor footage on the go.
Customize your shots Customize your shots

Customize your shots

Adjust flight and camera parameters and select flight modes directly from your Beacon.
Fly Safely Fly Safely

Fly Safely

Receive flight status alerts, and allow Hover to respond swiftly to sudden stops or sharp turns.
Built-in Microphone* Built-in Microphone*

Built-in Microphone*

Supports sound recording with crystal-clear audio and advanced noise reduction, with voice command to be available through future OTA updates.
*X1 currently does not support audio recording via the Beacon, but it will be supported through a future OTA update.
Return to Home* Return to Home*

Return to Home*

With OmniTerrain enabled, the Beacon allows for instant Return To Beacon*. Manual takeover available at all times for flexibility and safety.
*X1 does not support the Return to Home (RTH).
*RTB requires both HOVERAir device and Beacon to be in open areas with strong GNSS signal. Only available for PRO and PROMAX devices.
Attach it Anywhere Attach it Anywhere

Attach it Anywhere

Effortlessly attach your Beacon to your handlebars or clothing with our official accessories.
Comparing Beacon & JoySticks on HOVERAir X1 and HOVERAir X1 PRO/PROMAX
Features
HOVERAir X1 + Beacon&JoyStick
HOVERAir X1 PRO / PROMAX + Beacon&JoyStick
Real-time monitoring
Real-time monitoringYes
Real-time monitoringYes
Maximum transmission range*
Maximum transmission range*50m
Maximum transmission range*1km
Maximum flight altitude
Maximum flight altitude10m above ground level
Maximum flight altitude120m above ground level
Flight mode selection
Flight mode selectionYes
Flight mode selectionYes
Camera parameter adjustment
Camera parameter adjustmentYes
Camera parameter adjustmentYes
HoverLink
HoverLinkNo
HoverLinkYes
Return-to-home (RTH)
Return-to-home (RTH)No
Return-to-home (RTH)Yes
Noise-cancellation sound recording
Noise-cancellation sound recordingYes (coming in next version)
Noise-cancellation sound recordingYes
One-handed controller
One-handed controllerYes
One-handed controllerYes
Two-handed controller
Two-handed controllerYes (The next version will support mobile phone connectivity)
Two-handed controllerYes

*Maximum transmission range: The maximum distance is measured in vast, open areas with minimal RF interference, such as mountains or coastal regions. Actual range may vary based on the environment and smartphone model.

Important notes: The Hover X1 app supports Beacon updates for version 2.0.8 or later. If your Beacon is on an earlier version, you can update it using Flykit on a Windows computer or an X1 PRO/PROMAX. For more information, please refer to the Flykit User Guide

What's in the Box?

Beacon
Beacon

Beacon*1,
Magnetic Charging Cable*1.

JoySticks
JoySticks

Left JoyStick*1,
Right JoyStick*1,
C-C Cable*1,
C-Lightning Cable*1,
Precision Control Knob*2,
Beacon Combo Case*1.

Beacon & JoySticks
Beacon & JoySticks

Beacon*1,
Magnetic Charging Cable*1,
Left JoyStick*1,
Right JoyStick*1,
C-C Cable*1,
C-Lightning Cable*1,
Precision Control Knob*2,
Beacon Combo Case*1.

FAQ

1. How do I charge the Beacon?

The beacon can be charged using the cable included in the package. You can also connect it to the joystick and charge both together via the USB Type-C port on the joystick.

2. How long does it take to charge?

The Beacon has an input power of 5W and takes about 60-90 minutes to fully charge. The JoyStick takes around 75 minutes to charge. When charging the Beacon & JoyStick together as a bundle, it takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. For faster charging, it's recommended to charge them separately.

3. How long does it last?

A fully charged Beacon (when connected to the device without JoySticks) lasts about 120 minutes.When using the Beacon with JoyStick A or multiple JoySticks, battery life extends to about 150 minutes. However, if used with a smartphone display, the battery life may be reduced to around 60 minutes.

4. What kind of signals are used between the Beacon and the flying camera?

The signal between the Beacon and the flying camera uses regular-band and narrow-band Wi-Fi, allowing for a 1km live transmission distance.

5. When using the Beacon and JoySticks remote control, the maximum flight range is 1 km. But how can I know how far they've flown? Is there a distance display?

Currently, there is no distance display, but we plan to add this feature in the future. If the drone exceeds the range, the video feed will start to lag.

6. Why does the update process get stuck at 100% during installation, causing the OTA update to fail?

For detailed solutions, please click the link and refer to the specific guidance on resolving the issue when stuck at 100%.

7. What features of Beacon are currently compatible with the HOVERAir X1?

The following features are currently supported on the HOVERAir X1:
*Video transmission
*Instant status updates
*In-flight parameter adjustments
*One-handed and two-handed control
*Audio recording (coming in the next firmware update)

Please note:
*The HoverLink feature and Return to Home function are not supported on the HOVERAir X1.
*When using two-handed control mode, live preview is not available on your phone screen.
*The maximum flight altitude and distance are significantly lower than those of the HOVERAir X1 PROMAX.

To learn more about what’s compatible with the HOVERAir X1, visit our blog.

8. Are the recorded audio and video files automatically merged, or do they require manual processing?

Yes, they are automatically merged. No manual processing is needed—simply download the file with one click via the app.

9. Where does the flying camera return to when using the Return to Home function?

  • In Follow Mode: The device will return to a location near the Beacon with a positioning accuracy range of 2 to 10 meters. Users will need to manually land it or allow the Beacon to take control.
  • In non-follow automatic modes: By default, HOVERAir will automatically return to the takeoff point.

Customer Reviews

Based on 10 reviews
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Albert D. La Fontaine La Fontaine

Beacon & JoySticks

C
Calvin Sexton
No Connection

Does not connect with my drone. Did not know that!!!

D
Dennis McDaniel
Hover X1 Pro

It takes a long time for the drone to connect to the beacon. Sometimes the voice doesn't record on some videos. Overall I'm satisfied with this purchase.

B
Bill Blackburn
Love the video quality

The video quality is excellent! I just wished the drone, with the controller, had
longer range.

E
Eddie Mendez
Everything appears good

I have not been able to use the Joy stick and beam screen yet.

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