This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of connecting a CC3D flight controller to its essential components: Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs), a receiver, and a power distribution board. Understanding these connections is crucial for building and operating a multirotor aircraft. This project is valuable for anyone building or repairing drones, aerial photography systems, or other multirotor applications.

Hardware/Components

To complete this project, you will need the following components (in video at 00:19):

• CC3D Flight Controller
• Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs)
• Receiver (e.g., Orange RX, RadioLink R9D, FlySky FS-iA6)
• Power Distribution Board (two types are shown in the video)
• Connecting cables (including XT60 connector and Dupont wires)
• Soldering iron and solder
• Battery

Wiring Guide

The video demonstrates connecting each component step-by-step. Detailed instructions are given for soldering and connecting the positive and negative wires to the power distribution board (in video at 02:14). The process of connecting ESCs to both the power distribution board and the flight controller is shown, emphasizing the importance of not mixing up positive and negative connections (in video at 03:09). The video also explains how to connect the 5V power supply to the flight controller, highlighting the differences between ESCs with and without built-in 5V regulation (in video at 07:07). Finally, it details the wiring of various receivers, stressing the importance of correctly identifying positive, negative, and signal wires and their connection to the appropriate channels on the flight controller (in video at 13:57).

Live Project/Demonstration

The video provides a live demonstration of the entire wiring process, from connecting the power distribution board to integrating the ESCs and receiver with the CC3D flight controller. The presenter meticulously explains each step, highlighting potential pitfalls and offering solutions. The video concludes by testing the setup, demonstrating that the flight controller and receiver receive power correctly (in video at 19:48).

Chapters

• [00:03] Introduction and Project Overview
• [00:19] Power Distribution Board Connections
• [03:07] Connecting the ESCs
• [06:34] Power Distribution Board Explanation
• [07:07] 5V Power Supply for the Flight Controller
• [13:57] Connecting the Receiver
• [19:48] Live Demonstration and Testing
• [23:33] Conclusion