GEPRC DarkStar22 WTFPV CineWhoop FPV Drone (100mm), TAKER F405 20A ELRS2.4 2-4S AIO, 1104 7500KV

Description

Overview

GEPRC DarkStar22 WTFPV is a CineWhoop FPV Drone built for compact handling, with prop guards and a reinforced canopy. The frame design includes a five-point damping structure for ultra-stable footage and a reserved GPS mount space (GPS not included by default).

Key Features

• 5-point damping: Innovative structural design significantly improves anti-vibration performance, ensuring every frame stays rock-steady.
• Reserved GPS mount: Smartly reserved GPS space within a compact body, improving flight positioning and outdoor safety. Note: All versions do not include GPS by default; purchase and install separately.
• TAKER F405 20A ELRS2.4 2-4S AIO: Compact F405 BGA processor with 20A ESC delivers strong, stable flight performance.
• Built-in receiver: Directly bind and fly with ELRS 2.4G, no external receiver required.
• Motors/props: SPEEDX2 1104 7500KV motors; Gemfan 2219 propellers (newly designed exclusively for DarkStar22).
• LED strip control: COB strip with mini controllable BEC; three brightness levels.
• Clear pad markings: Each solder pad is clearly labeled for quick recognition and efficient installation.
• Two options available: O4 Air Unit Pro Version / WTFPV Version (without VTX).
• Easy disassembly: Remove six screws to separate the upper and lower body – easy inspection and component replacement. (Provided text mentions 4 screws.)

Customer service: [email protected] (or https://rcdrone.top/).

Specifications

Model	DarkStar22 WTFPV
Frame	GEP-DS22
Main plate thickness	2.5mm
Wheelbase	100mm
Flight system	TAKER F405 20A ELRS2.4 2-4S AIO
MCU	STM32F405
Gyro	ICM42688-P (spec chart shows ICM 42688-P)
FC firmware	GEPRC_TAKER_F405 AIO
Flash	16MB
ESC	8Bit 20A
Motors	SPEEDX2 1104 7500KV
Propellers	GEPRC x GEMFAN GP2219-3 (spec chart shows Gemfan 2219-3)
Battery connector / power connector	XT30U-M
Receiver	PNP (O4 Pro built-in RX) / ELRS 2.4G
Flight time	6 min 45 sec
Recommended battery	GEPRC Storm LiHV 3S 720mAh
VTX antenna	/
Camera	/
VTX module	/
Weight	93g (DarkStar22 WTFPV, per spec chart image). Provided text also lists 98.0g (ELRS 2.4G version).

Whats Included

• DarkStar22 Drone x 1
• Prop Guard (Black) x 1
• Canopy (Grey) x 1
• Camera Cover (Grey) x 1
• Battery Pad x 1
• Gemfan 2219-3 Props (pairs) x 2
• 10*120mm Battery Strap x 1
• L-shaped Hex Wrench 1.5mm x 1
• Battery Anti-slip Pad x 2
• Damping Ball Punch Tool x 1
• Binding Pin x 1
• USB Adapter Board x 1
• 5P Terminal Cable x 1

Spare screw pack includes (as listed in provided text): Damping Balls x 2; M2*4 Round-head Screws x 4; M2*7 Round-head Screws x 4; M2*6 Countersunk Screws x 4; M2*5 Countersunk Screws x 4; M2*6 Round-head Screws x 4; M2*7 Countersunk Self-Tapping Screw x 4.

Spare screw pack includes (as shown in image list): Damping Balls x 2; M2*7 Round-head Screws x 4; M2*6 Round-head Screws x 4; M2*4 Round-head Screws x 4; M2*7 Countersunk Self-Tapping Screw x 4; M2*5 Round-head Screws x 4.

Note (image): The DarkStar22 shown is the O4 Pro ELRS 2.4G version. Actual accessories may vary by configuration.

Applications

• Indoor
• Party
• Sports
• Park
• Forest

Configuration Notes

Mini controllable BEC and LED strip (Betaflight CLI)

To use the controllable Mini BEC and LED strip, enter the following commands in Betaflight CLI:

resource SERIAL_TX 5 noneresource PINIO 2 C12set pinio_config = 129,1,1,1set pinio_box = 39,40,41,42save

After flashing, simply enable the channel in the Modes tab.

Pad marking labels shown

• Motor1, Motor2, Motor3, Motor4
• 5V, GND
• CAM, VTX, BAT
• T1, R1
• T3, T6, R3, R6, SDA, SCL
• LED, B-, B+
• T4, T5, R4, R5
• RX-EN

Details

Features O4 Pro HD VTX for 4K 120fps, built-in ELRS 2.4G receiver, TAKER F405 20A flight controller, SPEEDX2 1104 7500KV motors, and Gemfan 2219 propellers designed exclusively for DarkStar22.

5-Point Damping ensures ultra-stable footage with anti-vibration design.

Dazzling LED light strips with controllable Mini BEC, offering three brightness levels. Setup via Betaflight CLI commands enables customization. After flashing, activate channel in Modes tab for full control.

Reserved GPS mount enhances outdoor flight safety. Compact design improves positioning. GPS sold separately. Orange component visible on transparent drone body.

Safe indoors, free outdoors: indoor, party, sports, park, forest scenes displayed.

TAKER F405 processor with 20A ESC delivers strong, stable flight performance. Its compact BGA design supports ELRS2.4 and 24S AIO systems, enhancing drone operation efficiency and reliability in a streamlined form factor.

Clear pad markings enable easier assembly. Each solder pad is labeled for quick recognition and efficient installation, supporting motor connections, power, and signal inputs on the GEPRC DarkStar22 WTFPV flight controller.

Easy disassembly with six screws for inspection replacement

Two drone versions offered: O4 Air Unit Pro and WTFPV without VTX. Orange frames, black propellers, sleek design on dark surface.

DarkStar22 O4 Pro and WTFPV specs compared: frame, flight system, motors, battery, weight. O4 Pro includes DJI camera/VTX; WTFPV lacks those. Flight time 6m45s. Weight: 126.8g vs 93g. Tested under cruising conditions.

DarkStar22 O4 Pro ELRS 2.4G drone kit with propellers, frame parts, straps, screws, and accessories; configurations may vary.

DarkStar22 Drone package includes drone, prop guards, canopy, camera cover, battery pad, props, strap, wrench, anti-slip pads, punch tool, binding pin, USB board, and terminal cable. Quantities vary per item.

Spare Screw Pack includes damping balls (x2), various M2 round-head screws (x4 each: 7mm, 6mm, 4mm, 5mm), and M2*7 countersunk self-tapping screws (x4).