# GPS and Compass module, MATEKSYS M10Q-5883, Drone FPV, 5V

- Page: https://sigmanortec.ro/en/gps-and-compass-module-mateksys-m10q-5883-drone-fpv-5v
- Price: 452.93 RON
- Availability: In stock; 1-2 zile
- Reference: 88115 · EAN: 5949259643260
- Category: Mechatronics and IoT > Sensors and Modules > GPS and GNSS Modules
- Specifications: Input Voltage: 5 V; Input Voltage Type: “DC” in Romanian can mean **“de ce”**, which translates to **“why”** in English.
- Package (shipping data): 0.016 kg
- Updated: 2026-09-14
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- Prices: RON, VAT included; prices and stock as of 2026-10-22 05:45 (Europe/Bucharest)

## Description

Compact module for FPV drones and DIY projects, offers fast and stable positioning with simultaneous GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou reception, up to 5Hz update via UBX for better response in flight, integrated QMC5883L compass on I2C for precise orientation, PPS LED easily indicates 3D fix status, includes 15x15 mm patch antenna for easy mounting.
The M10Q-5883 module from MATEKSYS is a compact solution for FPV racing drones, autonomous flight and DIY projects, combining a u-blox SAM-M10Q-00B multi-constellation GNSS receiver with a QMC5883L integrated compass.
You benefit from simultaneous GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou reception for faster and more stable positioning, even when the signal is difficult.
Up to 5Hz updating via UBX protocol helps with better flight response, and the PPS LED clearly shows you the module status, solid on when powered on and flashing 1Hz when there is 3D fix.
A 15x15 mm omnidirectional patch antenna completes the package for simple installation and consistent performance, with dedicated UART interfaces for GNSS and I2C for compass.
The GPS works on UART, the QMC5883L compass works on I2C and needs SDA and SCL, it cannot be connected on TX RX to be recognized as a compass. Only the GPS can be used, in this case CL and DA remain free.
Specifications:
Supply voltage: 5 VDC (5V pad/pin)
Consumption: 13 mA (more during initialization)
Manufacturer: MATEK SYS
GNSS receiver: u-blox SAM-M10Q-00B (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou)
Protocol: UBX 5Hz or NMEA 1Hz
PPS LED: Green (steady on when powered on, flashes 1Hz when GNSS has 3D fix)
Compass: Integrated QMC5883L
Interfaces: UART for GNSS, I2C for compass
Operating temperature: -20 ~ 80°C
Antenna type: Patch 15 x 15 mm² with omnidirectional radiation
Antenna size: 15 x 15 x 4 mm
Module size: 20 x 20 x 12.4 mm
Weight: 8g
Connection diagram:
M10Q-5883 module | Flight Controller
5V | 5V
RX | UART_TX GPS
TX | UART_RX GPS
CL | I2C_SCL COMPASS
YES | I2C_SDA COMPASS
G | GND
Use:
Mount the module in a position free from magnetic interference, connect the power and UART/I2C signals. After powering up, calibrate the compass and check the GNSS reception through the flight controller software for accurate flight operation.
Power connection: connect 5V from FC to 5V pad/pin on the module and GND to GND, the module accepts 4-9V DC.
GPS connection on UART: use any free UART on the FC, connections are made crosswise, FC RXx to GPS TX and FC TXx to GPS RX.
Example UART3: FC RX3 to GPS TX and FC TX3 to GPS RX, then enable GPS on UART3 from the Ports menu.
Minimal connection: if FC does not have a free TX you can only bind FC RXx to GPS TX to receive position data, but FC will not be able to automatically configure GPS via UBX.
Important difference: GPS works on UART, the QMC5883L compass works on I2C and needs SDA and SCL, it cannot be connected on TX RX to be recognized as a compass.
Compass on I2C: if the FC has SDA and SCL pads, connect SDA to SDA and SCL to SCL and enable the magnetometer in the firmware, then run the compass calibration.
If the FC does not have SDA and SCL: use the module only as a GPS without a compass, or choose an FC that exposes I2C, or use an external I2C compatible compass.
Betaflight Ports setting: on the chosen UART set GPS to ON.
Betaflight Configuration settings: GPS ON, UBLOX protocol, auto config ON if you have also connected TX to GPS, auto baud ON or usual manual baudrate 57600 or 115200.
Check operation: PPS LED is on solid when powered on, flashes 1Hz when there is a 3D fix, in the interface you should see satellites and coordinates after acquisition.
Package contents:
1x MATEKSYS M10Q-5883 GNSS & Compass
1x Silicone cable JST-GH-6P to JST-GH-6P 200mm