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OMNIX 360 - Build Guide v3

Step-by-step assembly of the OMNIX 360 FPV drone with a Naked GoPro MAX 2, Flywoo AIO and Naked DJI O4 Pro.

Important: Keep the propellers removed throughout assembly, wiring and the first electrical / Betaflight checks. Disconnect the battery before working on any electronics.

Parts needed

  • OMNIX 360 carbon frame, top and bottom plates, printed mounts and standoffs
  • Flywoo AIO, silicone dampers and 4 motors
  • Naked GoPro MAX 2: mainboard, dual-lens assembly, mainboard ribbon, BEC and mount parts
  • Naked DJI O4 Pro: air unit, camera, camera cable, antennas and mounts
  • XT30 pigtail, capacitor, XT30/capacitor holders and suitable wiring
  • Compatible receiver and antenna
  • Small TPU washers (1.4 mm), large TPU washers (2.8 mm) and specified screws
  • 4 propellers, GoPro lens covers, battery strap and optional battery adapter
  • Optional: GoPro speaker, touchscreen and O4 Pro cooling fan
  • Tools: hex drivers, precision screwdriver, soldering iron, flux, multimeter and smoke stopper

Hardware note: Check screw lengths and mounting clearances. Screws must not contact motor windings or PCBs.

1. Prepare the Naked GoPro MAX 2

  • Watch the GoPro MAX 2 teardown video before disassembly.
  • Disassemble the GoPro MAX 2 following the dedicated manual and teardown video.
  • Keep the two lens modules and their ribbon cables clean and protected.
  • Do not bend, pull or twist the delicate lens ribbon cables.

2. Assemble the GoPro mainboard

  • Position the GoPro mainboard on the mainboard mount.
  • Secure the upper corners with 2x 1.4 x 3 mm self-drilling screws.
  • Connect the mainboard ribbon cable.
  • Install the mainboard top plate with 5x 1.4 x 5 mm self-drilling screws. Delay this step if fitting the optional touchscreen.
  • Optional: connect the Flywoo GoPro speaker and secure it to the top plate.
  • Clip the BEC board into the BEC mount.
  • Open the BEC ribbon connector, insert the ribbon fully and close the latch.

3. Prepare the GoPro lens mount

  • Fit the dual-lens module into the GoPro lens adapter top mount.
  • Re-use the 3 original mini GoPro lens screws.
  • Tighten evenly, keeping both lenses centered in the mount.
  • Check ribbon cable clearance on both sides.

4. Prepare the carbon frame and mount the AIO

  • Place the carbon top plate on a suitable assembly support.
  • Insert 4x M2 x 16 mm screws approximately halfway through the frame.
  • Fit the small 1.4 mm TPU washers to hold the screws in place.
  • Install the Flywoo AIO with its original silicone damping rubbers.
  • Place the larger 2.8 mm TPU washers above the AIO to retain it.
  • Leave enough space above the AIO for the Naked O4 Pro stack.

5. Mount the motors

  • Mount each motor using 4x M2 x 4 mm screws.
  • Route the motor wires along the X-shaped frame arms.
  • Check that no mounting screw reaches the motor windings.
  • Keep the wires away from sharp carbon edges and future propeller paths.

6. Install the GoPro lens assembly

  • Align the GoPro lens module with its frame mounting points.
  • Secure the lens assembly with 4x 1.4 x 4 mm self-drilling screws.
  • Check that the lens is centered and that both ribbons can reach the mainboard without tension.

7. Install the GoPro mainboard and BEC

  • Carefully position the GoPro mainboard assembly around the lens module.
  • Guide the board beneath the lens ribbon cables without bending or trapping them.
  • Align the central strut of the mainboard mount with the central frame strut.
  • Secure the mainboard mount with 4x 1.4 x 5 mm self-drilling screws.
  • Move the BEC mount toward the mainboard mount and secure it with 2x 1.4 x 5 mm self-drilling screws.
  • Connect both lens ribbon cables to the GoPro mainboard; fully seat and lock each connector.
  • Visually inspect the BEC and ribbons before moving on.

8. Check the initial electronics layout

  • Confirm GoPro / AIO separation and access to the stack screws.
  • Check that the GoPro ribbon cables and motor wires are not pinched.
  • Verify that the BEC plug and connector remain accessible.

9. Fit XT30, capacitor and power wiring

  • Install 2 rear and 2 center standoffs using 4x M2 x 5 mm screws.
  • Place the Flywoo XT30 pigtail in the XT30 holder and the capacitor in its holder.
  • Fit the XT30 holder to the rear standoffs and the capacitor holder to the right center standoff.
  • Route the motor wires, XT30 pigtail, extra XT30 power lead and small BEC signal wires as shown.
  • Trim to length, strip approximately 2 mm insulation, twist and pre-tin wire ends.
  • Pre-tin the matching power and motor pads on the AIO.
  • Remove the GoPro assembly before soldering to protect lenses, ribbon cables and mainboard.
  • Solder wires according to the exact AIO/BEC pinouts and required power scheme; check polarity before applying power.
  • Inspect solder joints for bridges and loose strands. Perform a multimeter short-circuit / continuity check.
  • Reinstall the GoPro assembly, route the motor wires through their holders and keep the power wires clear of the stack.

10. Prepare the Naked DJI O4 Pro

  • Prepare the Naked O4 Pro air unit, camera and mount according to the skkyFPV Naked O4 Pro Kit instructions.
  • Confirm that the air unit, camera and connecting cable are compatible.
  • Use the shorter/lighter O4 connector cable supplied with the Flywoo AIO.
  • Attach the video antennas before any powered testing.

11. Optional O4 Pro cooling fan

  • If using a cooling fan, prepare it for the dedicated Naked O4 mount.
  • Connect it only to a verified 3.3 V supply, with correct polarity and sufficient current capacity.
  • Route fan wires away from the fan blades and mounting screws.
  • Do not overtighten the stack; verify the fan can spin freely.

12. Install the O4 Pro air unit

  • Place the Naked O4 Pro air unit above the AIO on the large TPU washers.
  • Tighten the 4x M2 x 16 mm stack screws evenly without compressing the air unit or optional fan.
  • Connect the O4 Pro to the AIO using the compatible cable.
  • Check USB/SD-card access, cable clearance and antenna routing.

13. Mount the O4 Pro camera and antennas

  • Install 2 front standoffs using 2x M2 x 5 mm screws.
  • Attach the front camera cage mount.
  • Mount the Naked O4 Pro camera with 2x M2 x 5 mm screws.
  • Orient the O4 camera upside down for the top-plate mounting arrangement.
  • Secure the O4 antennas in the antenna mounts on the middle standoffs.
  • The original guide recommends Flywoo 5.8 GHz Light Brass 80 mm antennas for this lightweight build.
  • Keep antenna cables clear of the propeller guards and camera mechanics.

14. Install the receiver

  • Prepare the receiver and antenna in the supplied receiver holder.
  • Mount the receiver in the front camera cage area.
  • Route the receiver cable to the correct AIO UART or receiver pads.
  • Solder to the appropriate pads using the verified receiver and AIO pinouts.
  • Secure the receiver antenna and check clearance from propellers, camera and carbon.

15. Refit the XT30 and capacitor holders

  • Reconnect the GoPro BEC plug.
  • Re-attach the XT30 holder at the rear standoffs and capacitor holder at the right center standoff.
  • Secure the XT30 holder with 2x 1.4 x 5 mm self-drilling screws.
  • Ensure no power cable or BEC wire is pinched below a mount.

16. Install the frame standoffs and bottom plate

  • Install the remaining 6 outer standoffs with 6x M2 x 5 mm screws.
  • Fit the GoPro lens adapter bottom to the carbon bottom plate using 4x 1.4 x 4 mm self-drilling screws.
  • Align the top and bottom carbon plates without trapping lens ribbons or power wires.
  • Secure the bottom plate using 12x M2 x 5 mm screws.
  • Check both lenses remain centered and there is no pressure on the PCBs.

17. Install lens covers and battery adapter

  • Install the top and bottom GoPro lens covers.
  • Align the empty dot horizontally or vertically and rotate each cover toward the filled dot to lock.
  • For 550 mAh and 650 mAh batteries, fit the matching battery adapter to the bottom plate.
  • For 750 mAh and 850 mAh batteries, the supplied guide specifies no extra battery adapter.
  • Check the battery is firmly held and cannot contact the propellers.

18. First electrical and system checks - without propellers

  • Check all motor screws, stack screws, carbon standoffs and printed mounts.
  • Verify XT30 polarity and that there are no shorts between supply and ground.
  • Check the capacitor voltage rating and polarity, and inspect every solder joint.
  • Use a smoke stopper or current-limited supply for the first powered test.
  • Check the AIO, receiver, BEC, GoPro MAX 2 and DJI O4 Pro power up as intended.
  • Keep the O4 Pro antennas connected when powered and avoid overheating during bench tests.
  • Check the optional fan runs freely.
  • In Betaflight, verify receiver operation, arming setup, motor order and motor direction with propellers removed.
  • Verify both MAX 2 lenses record correctly and the O4 camera transmits a usable video signal.
  • Inspect lens ribbons and all moving / rotating clearances again.

19. Fit the propellers - final step

  • Install the 4 propellers only after successful electrical and Betaflight checks.
  • Use 2x M2 x 7 mm screws per propeller as specified by the supplied build guide.
  • Match propeller orientation to the configured motor rotation and propeller model.
  • Rotate each propeller by hand and check that no blade can touch wires, lens ribbons or frame parts.
  • If necessary, carefully trim only excess heat-transfer tape between the GoPro lenses; never cut or stress the ribbons.

20. Final quality control

  • Confirm all screws, camera mounts, receiver antennas and lens covers are secure.
  • Check receiver link, DJI O4 Pro video link and both GoPro MAX 2 cameras.
  • Confirm camera orientation, motor direction and unobstructed propeller rotation.
  • Measure complete take-off weight with the chosen battery and any optional parts; do not assume all builds are below 250 g.
  • Verify applicable flight and registration requirements for the intended operating region.
  • Record any deviations from the standard build before delivery.

Troubleshooting

  • GoPro not powering on: Inspect the BEC supply, connector latch and mainboard ribbon.
  • Missing / distorted 360 footage: Re-seat both lens ribbons with power disconnected; check lens seating and covers.
  • O4 Pro has no image: Verify the compatible cable, camera connection, antenna connections and air-unit supply.
  • Receiver not responding: Check its power, signal wiring, correct UART/serial receiver setup and binding.
  • Motor does not spin correctly: Inspect motor wires, AIO solder joints, motor direction and configuration.
  • Excess vibration or heat: Check all soft mounts, propeller condition and optional fan operation.
  • Power problem / smoke stopper trips: Disconnect power immediately and re-check polarity, shorts and pinouts.

References

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