Stop Crashing Your Drone: Use FPV Sim Link Instead

Drone racing is a thrilling sport to compete in. Unfortunately, it’s not very easy to get involved in drone racing because the training process is very expensive. You will end up crashing a lot of drones before you really get the hang of it — and that means lots of repairs and replacement parts will be needed.

For this reason, many aspiring FPV pilots choose to practice with simulation software on their computer. But while the flight physics of the best simulators is excellent and can help them improve their skills, looking at a monitor is just not the same as the experience of using FPV goggles. This gap between simulations and reality leaves pilots unprepared when the time comes for a real race.

This problem may all but disappear in the future, thanks to the development of a new device called FPV Sim Link by ARC Technology. It can wirelessly transmit the HDMI signal generated by a computer to standard FPV goggles without any modifications. Just plug it in, and you can fly simulations using your standard racing rig.

The device is a compact HDMI-to-5.8 GHz analog transmitter. Users connect the unit to their computer through an HDMI cable and supply power via USB-C. Once powered, the transmitter broadcasts the video feed to standard analog FPV goggles tuned to the matching channel. According to the developers, the process takes less than 30 seconds and requires no drivers or additional software.

FPV Sim Link supports 24 channels across the common A, B, and E frequency bands, allowing it to work with a wide variety of analog FPV goggles already used by drone pilots. It also supports both NTSC and PAL video formats, making it compatible with equipment used in different regions. The transmitter includes an internal antenna to keep the design compact and durable, avoiding the need for external components that could break or get lost.

The device is designed to be extremely portable. Measuring roughly 73.5 by 63.5 millimeters and weighing only 48 grams, it is small enough to slip into a gear bag or backpack without adding noticeable weight. ARC Technology says the device can be used anywhere an HDMI signal is available, which means pilots can train indoors during bad weather, winter months, or late at night.

While the system is designed to be plug-and-play, the company also provides a companion mobile app that connects to the device via Bluetooth. Through the app, users can update firmware and adjust settings such as band selection, channel selection, and video format without touching the hardware itself.

FPV Sim Link has just launched on Kickstarter with rewards starting at $40. The first units are expected to ship in July 2026.