# USER GUIDE
TRIMBLE UX5 AERIAL IMAGING SOLUTION

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# Contents

Environmental hazards 3 

### 1 Introduction 6 The UX5 aerial imaging rover 7 Parts ofthe UX5 aerial imaging rover 8 Solution components 10 Flight case contents 11 Inserting the eBox and camera 12 Installing the Aerial Imaging software 14 Projects, missions, blocks, and flights 16 Project phases 17 Software overview 17 Changing the system settings 21 Performing maintenance 22 

### 2 Planning a Project 24 Creating a project 25 Preparing the project map 25 Defining the blocks 30 Obstacle clearances 33 Defining the flights 37 Exporting the project 43 Checking flight permissions and conditions 43 

### 3 Preparing Equipment 48 Checking the launcher 49 Checking the UX5 aerial imaging rover 49 Charging the UX5 batteries 52 Charging the Tablet batteries 55 Charging the camera batteries 55 Checking the camera 55 Pairing the transmitter with the tracking receiver 60 Locating your equipment 60 

### 4 Completing a Flight 62 Importing the project 63 Validating the blocks 63 Validating the flights 63 Dealing with sudden weather changes 64 Completing the flight checklist 65 Monitoring the flight 78 Landing the UX5 87

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Completing the post-flight checklist 89 Disassembling the launcher 90 

### 5 Analysis and Export 92 Transferring the images 93 Returning the project to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software 93 Exporting flight data for processing 94 

### 6 Troubleshooting 96 Errors and warnings 97 Landing issues 102 Aerial Imaging software issues 103 eBox LED status 104 Technical support 104 

### 7 Specifications and Settings 105 UX5 specifications 106 Camera specifications 107 Camera settings 108 Battery charger settings 119 UX5 battery safety 119 

### A Country-Specific Regulatory Information 129 FAAconditions and limitations ofoperation 130 French airspace requirements 135 

### Glossary 136

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# Introduction

n The UX5 aerial imaging rover n Parts ofthe UX5 aerial imaging rover n Solution components
n Flight case contents
n Inserting the eBox and camera n Installing the Aerial Imaging software
n Projects, missions, blocks, and flights
n Project phases
n Software overview The Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution User Guide provides detailed information about operating the components ofthe Trimble® UX5 aerial imaging solution. Even ifyou have used other unmanned aviation systems before, please read this user guide carefully to familiarize yourselfwith the UX5 aerial imaging solution.

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# 1 CHAPTER1 Introduction 

# The UX5 aerial imaging rover The Trimble UX5 aerial imaging rover is an unmanned aircraft (UA). An unmanned aircraft is a generic term, and refers to an aircraft that is operated with no pilot on board. Such an aircraft is commonly also referred to as a remotely-piloted aircraft (RPA). The UX5 aerial imaging rover follows a pre-programmed path where takeoff, flight, and landing require minimal human intervention. If required, the crew operating the aircraft from the ground can intervene to change the flight path or to land. In some cases, such as communications failure or loss ofGPS signal, a pre-programmed intervention is automatically activated to re-establish signal loss orto terminate the flight early and complete a safe landing. The UX5 aerial imaging rover holds a camera that takes aerial images overthe defined area. During the flight, all pictures are acquired at a specified height, along parallel lines with specified overlap between the image exposures. At the same time, position information ofthe pictures is recorded for further processing in image processing software such as Trimble Business Center software. 

## Typical applications Image acquisition can be used for:

l Orthophoto creation

l Digital Elevation Model (DEM) or Digital Surface Model (DSM)

l Photogrammetry The resulting data is useful for a range ofapplications, including:

l Topographical surveying, particularly in remote or difficult to access areas, typical in the mining and dredging industries

l Vegetation monitoring

l Infrastructure mapping 

## ISA conditions All operating specifications provided in this guide forthe UX5 aerial imaging rover are determined using International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) conditions. The ISAconditions used to determine the specifications forthe UX5 aerial imaging rover are:

Specification Value Humidity 0 % Air pressure 1013.25 hPa (760 mm Hg) Temperature 15 °C (59°F) Air density 1.225 kg/m3 (0.076 lb/ft3)

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# Parts of the UX5 aerial imaging rover The main parts ofthe UX5 aerial imaging rover are shown below. 

## Top view

❶ Aircraft body ❻ eBox ❿ Download cable connector ❷ Leading edge ❼ Pitot tube ⓫ Elevon servos ❸ Payload bay ❽ GPS antenna ⓬ Inboard elevon ❹ Battery ❾ Mode button ⓭ Outboard elevon ❺ Camera

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## Bottom view

❶ Camera lens hole ❸ Motor ❺ Propeller ❷ Launcher slat ❹ Propeller nut ❻ Winglet

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# Solution components The UX5 aerial imaging solution comprises the following components:

l UX5 aerial imaging rover

l Camera

l Ground control station

l Launcher

l Tracker (optional) 

## UX5 aerial imaging rover The UX5 aerial imaging rover consists ofthe wing kit (or body) and the eBox. The eBox is a removable box containing the computerthat controls the UX5. The eBox is connected to a GPS antenna and a radio antenna so that the ground control station can communicate with the UX5 while it is in the air. 

## Camera The camera captures images during the flight. The camera has a large 24.3 megapixel (Sony a5100) or 16.1 megapixel (Sony NEX-5) APS-C sensorthat provides sharp, detailed images. The standard RGB solution includes a UV HAZE 1 filter. The optional NIR (near infrared) solution is for use in specialized applications such as agriculture. 

## Ground control station The ground control station (GCS) is used to control the UX5 aerial imaging rover from the ground. It comprises the Trimble Tablet running the Trimble AccessTM Aerial Imaging software. The Trimble UX5 modem is connected to the Tablet to enable radio communication to the unmanned aircraft. 

## Launcher The launcher is a mechanical device that provides a safe way to launch the UX5 aerial imaging rover in the direction oftakeoff. 

## Tracker The tracker consists ofa transmitter inserted in the body ofthe UX5 aerial imaging rover and a receiver. If required, the receiver is used to track the transmitter signal so the UX5 can be located once it has landed. The exact type oftracker used depends on the country where the system is being used. Check with yourTrimble distributor what is available foryour location.

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# Flight case contents When you receive your solution components, unpack them and store them in the dedicated cavities in the flight case. Check offthe components against the illustration belowto ensure that you have all ofthe components you need for a successful flight:



## ❿ ❾ ❶❷ ❷ ❸

❹ ❺ ❻ ❼

⓫ ❽
❶ Tablet, Tablet charger, modem and RF antenna, download cable ❼ UX5 battery charger and charge cable ❷ UX5 battery ❽ Spare camera battery and camera battery charger ❸ Trackertransmitter and receiver ❾ Lens cleaning paper ❹ Power strip and power cable ❿ Pre-moistened lens cloth ❺ UX5 body, with camera, eBox and top cover ⓫ Pitot cover, tools and optional spare parts ❻ Extra parts such as winglets, propellers Note – Some components are smallparts that are easilylost. To avoid this, assoon asyou unpack them:

— insert the camera batteryandSD cardinto the camera.

— attach the GPS andRFantennas to the eBox. See Inserting the eBoxand camera, page 12
.
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Note –According to ICAO/IATA regulations, Lithium polymerbatteries must be carriedin handluggage when transporting the system byair. Note – Thefollowingparts ofthe Trimble UX5 aerialimaging solution are considereddual-use: the eBox, Trimble Tablet andlauncher. Dual-use goods are products and technologies normally usedfor civilian purposes but which mayhave militaryapplications. Under EU regulations, controlleditems maynot leave the EU customs territory without an export authorization. Additionalrestrictions are also in place concerning the provision ofbrokeringservices with regard to dual-use items andconcerning the transit of such items through the EU. The same is true when exporting goodsfrom anycountryoutside the EU to anyother countryoutside the EU. 

# Inserting the eBox and camera The eBox and camera are stored inside the UX5 body in the flight case.

1. Unpack the UX5 body, the eBox, GPS antenna, RF antenna, and camera. 2. Attach the RF antenna to the underside ofthe eBox. 3. Attach the GPS antenna to the top side ofthe eBox.

4. Insert the eBox into the eBox cavity ofthe UX5 body, sliding the bottom end into the cavity and then pressing down so that the connector on the rear plugs into the connector in the UX5 body.

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WARNING – Always disconnect the battery from the aircraft before inserting or removing the eBox from the UX5 body. If the battery is still connected, you risk damaging the electronics inside the UX5 body. For information on disconnecting the battery, see Removing the battery, page 52
. 5. Insert the screw into the hole ofthe eBox and screwthe eBox into place using a T10Torx screwdriver. 6. Ifyou are using the: Sony a5100 camera

a. Insert the adapter piece into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UX5 body. b. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to the connectorfrom the eBox. c. Insert the camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro strap.

Sony NEX5 camera

a. Insert the two adapter pieces into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UX5 body. b. Connect the IR LED cable to the connectorfrom the eBox. c. Insert the camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro

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Note –After inserting andsecuring the camera, check the shutterspeedas the settings controlmight have spun andchanged the setting. 

# Installing the Aerial Imaging software Use the Aerial Imaging software to plan, manage, and monitoryourflights. The Aerial Imaging Desktop software is installed on an office computer. The field version ofthe Aerial Imaging software is installed on the Tablet. The field software provides all ofthe functionality included in the office software. In addition, you can use the field software to monitorthe aircraft during flight. 

## Aerial Imaging Desktop installation

1. To install the Aerial Imaging Desktop software, use the Trimble Access Installation Manager. If you have:

l not installed the Trimble Access Installation Manager before, go to www.trimble.com/taim for installation information. Make sure you download and install the TAIM Online version.

l previously installed the Trimble Access Installation Manager, you do not need to reinstall it because it updates itselfautomatically. 2. Make sure you do not have a Tablet or otherTrimble controller connected to the office computer. 3. Select Start/AllPrograms / TrimbleAccess Installation Managerto start the Installation Manager. 4. Select the Trialsoftware tab. 5. Select theAerialImaging Desktop check box.

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6. Click Create license
. 7. The Trimble Access Installation Manager switches to the Licensed applications tab and shows the now licensed Aerial Imaging Desktop software. 8. Click Install
. Forfurther information on updating the software, referto the Help file in the Trimble Access Installation Manager. To viewthe Help file, select the Trimble icon in the top left, and then select Help
. 

## Aerial Imaging Tablet installation When you first turn on the Tablet, you must install the Windows® 7 operating system. To do this you must set a user name and password forthe Tablet. The installation ofWindows 7 takes about 5 minutes.

1. To install the Aerial Imaging software on the Tablet, use the Trimble Access Installation Manager. Ifyou have:

l not installed the Trimble Access Installation Manager before, go to www.trimble.com/taim for installation information.

l previously installed the Trimble Access Installation Manager, you do not need to reinstall it because it updates itselfautomatically. 2. Select Start/AllPrograms / TrimbleAccess Installation Managerto start the Installation Manager. 3. Make sureAerialImaging is selected in the product bar. 4. In the Licensed applications tab, select theAerialImaging check box and then click Install
. Forfurther information on howto install or update your software and license file, referto the Help file in the Trimble Access Installation Manager. To viewthe Help file, select the Trimble icon in the top left, and then select Help
. 

## Software notifications The software notification service is installed on your office computer orTrimble Tablet along with the TAIM software. The service uses the Windows notification area, which appears at the far right of the Windows taskbar. The service notifies you when newerversions ofthe Aerial Imaging software are available. Notifications occur once a week until you have updated your system. To run TAIM and install updates, click the notification message. Alternatively, click the ShowHidden Icons arrow in the Windows taskbar and then double-click the Trimble Access Installation Manager icon. To manually check for updates, click the ShowHidden Icons arrow in the Windows taskbar and then right-click the Trimble Access Installation Manager icon and select Checkforupdates
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## Updating the eBox firmware The Aerial Imaging software automatically checks that the eBoxfirmware is up to date when the connection between the GCS and the UX5 is established during the flight checklist procedure. If firmware updates are available you are prompted to perform an update. It takes about 30 minutes to update the eBoxfirmware. To manually initiate a firmware update, tap Checking thefirmware version in the Maintenance screen. Ifthe firmware version is out ofdate, tap Update
.

1. When the Updatefirmware checklist appears, do one ofthe following:

l To dismiss the update checklist, tap No
.
l To start the firmware update, tap Yes
. The update checklist appears. 2. When prompted, attach the modem. Tap Next to update the modem firmware. 3. When prompted, connect the download cable. Tap Next to update the eBoxfirmware. 4. The eBoxfirmware update consists ofseveral automatic steps. When the firmware has finished updating, disconnect the download cable from the eBox and the modem. Depending on whetherthe Updatefirmware checklist was started automatically or manually, eitherthe start ofthe flight checklist orthe Maintenance screen appears. 

# Projects, missions, blocks, and flights Aprojectconsists ofone or more missions
. Missions represent the areas to be aerially photographed. Amission area consists ofone or more blocks within the mission area. By default there is one block per mission area, but ifthe estimated flight time for a block exceeds 50 minutes then the mission area must be divided into smaller blocks. Blocks provide flexibility so that the mission areas in a project can be covered in the smallest number offlights, because aflightcan cover one or more blocks, as long as the total flight time forthe blocks is less than 50 minutes. For example, a farmer wants to aerially photograph his potato fields. The farmer has two potato fields, located 500 m apart from each other. In his project, he creates a mission area for each field. By default, each mission area consists ofone block. One field can be mapped in an estimated flight time of20 minutes. But one field is so large the estimated flight time is 70 minutes. It cannot be mapped in one flight. Therefore, the farmer splits the mission area into two blocks. He could split the mission area into two equal blocks of35 minutes, but then that would result in three separate blocks that have to be flown as three separate flights. Instead, the farmer splits the large mission area into one 45 minute block and one 25 minute block. Then the farmer adds the new 25 minute block to the flight forthe existing 20 minute block. The farmer can now map both mission areas in two flights, each of45 minutes duration. Projects, blocks, and flights can be copied so it is easy to set up similar projects orflights. Copy blocks to easily repeat flights at different heights. Or copy flights to redo a flight regularly, for example to track changes or progress overthe mission area. Note – Projectplanning is usuallydone in the office. Blockandflightplanning can be preparedin the office but must be validatedin thefieldafter checking actualconditions.

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# Project phases The typical phases ofa project are:

l Project definition: In the office you can define one or more missions, adding details such as background maps, avoidance zones, and text fields if required. The area, ground sample distance (GSD), and the amount ofimage overlap are defined for each mission.

l Block definition: Depending on the size and nature ofa mission area, you can split a mission area into one or more blocks. In the office you can specify the wind and flight line direction. For each block you can customize the GSD, height, and image overlap. In the field, you must validate the block properties to take into account the actual wind direction and environment.

l Flight definition: In the office you can prepare one or more flights to coverthe block(s) and suggest the takeoffand landing locations. In the field you must validate the flight properties, including the selected takeoffand landing locations. The flight checklist is completed to ensure that the system is ready forthe flight.

l Flight scheduling: Flight scheduling is completed outside ofthe Aerial Imaging software. Checks forflight permissions, weather, and site suitability are completed and the flight is scheduled. Before heading to the site, all equipment is checked for any damage from previous flights and all batteries are fully charged.

l Flight operation: After launching the UX5 aerial imaging rover, the flight is monitored using the ground control station. Afterthe UX5 lands, the post-flight checklist is completed to transfer the flight data to the Tablet.

l Analysis and export: The flight and captured images are analyzed to make sure they are synchronized and the data is exported in the appropriate file format for image processing.

l Image processing: The data collected during the flight is processed using image processing software such as Trimble Business Center software. 

# Software overview

l The Home screen

l The Projects screen

l Software tabs

l Title bar buttons

l Status icons

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## The Home screen When you open the Aerial Imaging software, the Home screen appears. The Home screen is shown below:

From this screen you can:

l Create a new project or import a project. Alternatively, browse to the Projects screen to view available projects. See The Projects screen, page 19
.
l Change system settings. See Changing the system settings, page 21
.
l Access the Maintenance screen. SeePerforming maintenance, page 22 To return to the currentjob, click
.

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## The Projects screen To viewthe Projects screen, click in the Home screen. Existing projects are displayed in the thumbnail carousel on the left and in the list to the right. To search for a project, enterthe project name in the search bar above the list, or browse the project thumbnails. To view project details, click beside a project name in the list. You must select a project before any ofthe following buttons except and are enabled:

Click... To... For more information, see... Create a new project. Creating a project, page 25 Import a project .gwt file. Note – Import is not backwards compatible with previous versions ofthe AerialImaging software. Importing the project, page 63

Export the project .gwt file Exporting the project, page 43 Export project data as .jxl or .csv/.txt files for processing. Note – Export to .jxlor .csv/.txt is backwards compatible with previous versions ofthe Aerial Imaging software. Exporting flight data for processing, page 94

Copy the contents ofthe project. By default, the check boxto copy flights and flight data is selected, but ifyou do not want to copy the project contents, clearthe check box. Open the project. The Map layers screen appears. Creating the mission, page 27
Delete the project and associated flight data, including images. Note – This behavior differsfrom previous versions ofAerialImaging, where deleting a project didnot delete the images associated with aproject.

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## Software tabs The Aerial Imaging software provides a tabular workflow. The tabs allowyou to easily move between the different levels of project information and phases ofa project. Most screens in the software provide access to the following tabs: Tab icon Tab name Function Map layers tab Add a map, and create a mission. Blocks tab Add blocks to the mission, and set block properties, such as the GSD and height forthe block. Flights tab Add flights, and define flight properties, such as the takeoffand landing locations. Flight checklisttab Complete the flight checklist. Dashboard tab Monitorthe UX5 during flight. Post- flight checklisttab Transferthe flight data from the UX5 to the Tablet. 

## Title bar buttons The title bar ofthe software includes the following buttons:

Click... To... Save the project. ViewtheAerialImaging Help and the softwareAbout dialog. Close the software. Return to the Projects screen. Return to the Home screen.

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## Status icons At the bottom ofeach screen, the footer shows the following information:

Icon Accompanying information Notes GPS coordinates ofthe location ofthe cursor on the map. GPS coordinates ofthe location ofthe GCS. Ifthe GCS has no GPS connection, this icon is red and the text "not available" is displayed. GPS coordinates ofthe location ofthe UX5. Ifthe UX5 has no GPS connection, this icon is not displayed. The battery level ofthe Tablet. Ifyou are using the Aerial Imaging Desktop software, this icon is not displayed. During flight, the following information is shown:

Icon Accompanying information Ground speed. Distance between the GCS and the aircraft. Number offlight lines flown versus total number offlight lines. 

# Changing the system settings
To change settings forthe Aerial Imaging software, click the Settings button in the Home screen. After configuring the settings, do one ofthe following:

l Click to accept the settings and then click to return to the Home screen.

l Click to discard the changes you have made to the settings and return to the Home screen. 

## General settings Use the settings in the Generalgroup to specify:

l The language used forthe Aerial Imaging software and help file.

l The source for online maps.

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Note – Trimble does not guarantee the accuracyofanymapping datasource. It isyour responsibility to double-check the precision ofthe coordinates.

l Preferred units for speed, distance, altitude, and area.

l Automatic generation ofone flight. Select the check boxto enable "fast track", where a small mission area that can be covered by one block will automatically create one flight to coverthe block. Fast track enables you to rapidly browse through the tabs. Experienced users may preferto clearthis check box and create their own flights.

l Automatic disabling ofWiFi and Bluetooth during flight. By default this check box is selected to ensure optimal RF communication between the ground control station and the aircraft. 

## Network settings Use the settings in the Network group to specify the proxy settings forthe Internet connection. Select the check boxto enable proxy settings forthe Internet connection and then enterthe settings to use. Ifyou change these settings, you are prompted to restart the Aerial Imaging software. Note – You mayneed to configure the Internetproxysettings before you can view online maps. For the correctsettings to use, consult your networkadministrator. 

## Autopilot settings Use the settings in theAutopilotgroup to specify the communication timeout settings. Enter a value between 20 seconds and 1800 seconds (30 minutes). The default value is 120 seconds (2 minutes). Note – The countryyou are operating in mayhave regulationsprescribing the minimum communication timeoutsetting that you must use. Make sure you are aware ofthese and that you use the regulated minimum settingforyour location. 

# Performing maintenance
To perform maintenance on the body ofthe UX5 or on the launcher, click in the Home screen to view maintenance procedures. Alternatively, referto the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. The following maintenance procedures are available:

l Replacing the drive unit

l Replacing a servo

l Replacing a propeller blade

l Replacing the camera filter

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l Replacing a winglet or winglet screw

l Checking the pitot tube

l Replacing the launcher cord

l Replacing the wheels ofthe launcher dock Check the UX5 and the launcher after each flight to ensure the equipment is in good working order. For more information, see Preparing Equipment, page 48
. Perform any maintenance required using the procedures above. Ifyou note any issues not covered by these procedures, contact yourTrimble distributor. In addition, the Maintenance screen allows you to check the firmware version ofthe eBox, and if necessary update the firmware. For more information, see Updating the eBoxfirmware, page 16
. To exit the Maintenance screen and return to the Home screen, click in the title bar.

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# Planning a Project

n Creating a project
n Preparing the project map n Defining the blocks
n Obstacle clearances
n Defining the flights
n Exporting the project
n Checking flight permissions and conditions This chapter describes howto plan a project.

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# 2 CHAPTER2 Planning a Project 

# Creating a project To create a new project, do one ofthe following:

l in the Home screen, click and enterthe name ofthe new project in the pop-up field. The Map layers screen forthe new project appears.

l In the Projects screen, click and enterthe name ofthe new project in the pop-up field. The new project appears in the Projects list. Click to open the project. The Map layers screen appears. Note – Names ofprojects, mission areas, blocks, andflights can contain thefollowing characters: A- Z, a-z, 0-9, dash (-), space ( ), and underscore (_). 

# Preparing the project map A project must have at least one geo-referenced background map and one mission. Objects within a geo-referenced map are associated with a unique geographical location. To prepare the project map, select the Map layers tab. See:

l Adding a background map, page 25

l Creating the mission, page 27

l Adding information to the map, page 29 

## Adding a background map You can use an online map, an offline map, oryou can add your own geo-referenced map.

l To use an online map: a. Make sure you have Internet access. b. Click on the map and then enterthe location ofinterest. The map shows the area around the location using your preferred online map provider (see Changing the system settings, page 21). c. Zoom in or out, or pan until you viewthe preferred map area. Note – The online map is always available as a layer andcannot be deleted. You can have onlyone online map layerperproject.

l To use an offline map, click and then click
. Use the toolbarthat appears on top ofthe map to select the satellite map or road map for download. The current view ofthe online map, including two extra zoom levels, is downloaded as an offline map. The largest area you can download has zoom level 10, which corresponds to approximately 95 m per pixel (0.06 miles per pixel)
.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 252 Planning a Project The offline map layer ensures you will be able to viewthe map background during the flight, if you do not have an Internet connection in the field. You can have multiple offline map layers in a project.

l To use your own map, add a GeoTifffile that you have prepared earlier using software such as Trimble Business Center software. The GeoTifffile must be georeferenced in the WGS84 UTM datum and be less than 120 MB in size. It must use no compression or LWZ file compression only. To generate a background map using the Trimble Business CenterAP module, create an orthomosaic selecting "Low" resolution and "TIFF" forthe file format. To add the GeoTifffile in Aerial Imaging, click
. Navigate to the location ofthe file, select it, and then click Open
. The map shows the contents ofthe file you selected. You can have multiple GeoTiff map layers in a project. For more information on map layers, see Managing map layers, page 26
. 

### Managing map layers Click to toggle between the map view and the satellite view ofthe online map. The "Online map" is the map's default layer. The online map is always the bottom layer and cannot be moved up. An offline or GeoTiff layer sits above the online map and below any other layer, such as mission, avoidance zone, and KMLfile. New layers appear above a selected layer. If nothing is selected, it becomes the top layer. Layers at the top ofthe list appear as the top-most layers on the map. To change the order ofthe layers, use the icon next to the layer name. To hide a layer, click next to the layer name. To show a hidden layer, click next to the layer name. To disable any manipulation ofa layer, click next to the layer name. To remove a layerthat is no longer required, select the layer in the list and then click belowthe list. You cannot delete the online map layer. To rename a layer, select the layer in the list and then click the layer's name. You can now edit the name. The online map cannot be renamed. Use the and buttons to zoom in and zoom out ofthe map. Click to display the map grid lines. Use the button, to zoom the map and all ofits layers to the best view.

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Ifyou are viewing the map on the Tablet and it has a GPS connection, the button is available. If you pan around the map, click to centerthe map on the current GPS location. During flight, the button is available. Click to centerthe map on the current UX5 location. 

## Creating the mission A mission is the area to be flown over at a specified ground sample distance (GSD) and image overlap.

1. To create the mission area: a. Click and then click
. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map, allowing you to add a polygonal or rectangular area. b. Click the appropriate shape on the toolbar and then drawthe shape ofthe mission area on the map:

l For a polygon, click the mouse at each boundary point.

l For a rectangle, click the mouse on the map. Astandard-sized shape appears. The location ofthe mouse click is the center ofthe shape. To stop drawing and confirm the shape, click
. The mission layer appears in the map layers list to the right. To clearthe shape, click
. c. To edit the mission area, select the area on the map or in the map layers list and then click

.
l To resize or reshape the area, click and move the boundary points on the map.

l To reposition the area, click and move it on the map .
l To add or delete boundary points orto rotate the shape, use the toolbarthat appears on the map. To confirm your changes, click , or click to undo your changes. Note – It is notpossible to addor remove boundarypointsfor a rectangular area. d. Repeat the steps above to add as many mission areas as required. 2. To edit the mission properties, click next to the mission name in the map layers list and then do the following:

a. Select the type ofsensorthat you will use to map the mission: Sony a5100 or Sony NEX-5 b. Set the ground sample distance (GSD). The default value is the GSD value obtained by flying at a height of 100 m (328ft)
. For more information, see GSD and height, page 28
. c. Enterthe image forward ( ) and side overlap ( ). The default value is 80%. For more information, see Image forward and side overlap, page 28
. The mission properties also showthe size ofthe mission area.

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Note – It is notpossible to change the mission properties when a mission is locked. Tip – To disable editing ofthe mission area or mission properties, click next to the mission name. 

### GSD and height The GSD (ground sample distance) field specifies the distance on the ground represented by each pixel. The default resolution is 2.6 cm (1.0 ") when using the Sony a5100 sensor and 3.2 cm (1.3 ") when using the Sony NEX-5 sensor. The smallerthe value in the GSD field, the more detailed the images. You should always specify a value equal to or smallerthan the resolution required in the final orthophotos, afterthe images are processed. Ifthe value in the GSD field is largerthan the final resolution required, then the images acquired during the flight will not be detailed enough and the image processing software will need to interpolate additional pixels. This will result in images that do not have the expected resolution. The GSD field and the height at which the UX5 aerial imaging roverflies are linked. The higherthe unmanned aircraft flies, the largerthe distance on the ground represented by each pixel in the images acquired during the flight:

Height GSD (Sony a5100) GSD (Sony NEX-5) Minimum: 75 m (246ft) 2.0 cm (0.8 ") 2.4 cm (0.9 ") 100 m (328ft) 2.6 cm (1.0 ") 3.2 cm (1.3 ") 150 m (492 ft) 3.9 cm (1.5 ") 4.8 cm (1.9 ") Maximum: 750 m (2460ft) 19.6 cm (7.7 ") 23.9 cm (9.4 ") You will first specify the GSD value forthe mission when you create the mission area. This determines the default height used for all blocks in that mission. For example, ifyou enter 4.8 cm in the GSD field when using the Sony NEX-5 sensor, the unmanned aircraft will fly at 150 m (492 ft)
. During block definition you can adjust the height for each block, taking into account the specific obstacles in the block. 

### Image forward and side overlap The default value ofthe overlap between images is 80%. Image overlap can range from 60%to 90%. Note – Trimble does not recommend using an overlap ofless than 80%, as it mayprevent (large) parts of the dataset being adjustable in the Trimble Business Centersoftware due to the lackoftie points, especially where theflight height was low or where the area contains trees or other tallobjects, or areas that lack texture. By default the forward ( ) and side overlap ( ) values are linked, so that when one value changes, the othervalue changes accordingly. To "break" the link so that the overlap values can be set independently, click
. To re-establish the link, click
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A higher overlap results in:

l better accuracy

l a higher density offlight lines on the area

l a higher number ofimages to process

l longer processing times for images

l longerflight duration forthe same area Select the overlap value foryour mission based on the accuracy, flight duration, and the number of images you require. 

## Adding information to the map You can add the following types ofinformation to the map:

l avoidance zones

l KML files containing lines, points, images, and polygons

l .csv files containing ground control points (GCPs) 1. To create an avoidance zone: a. Click and then
. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map, allowing you to add a polygonal, rectangular, or ellipsoidal area. b. Click the appropriate shape on the toolbar and then drawthe shape ofthe avoidance zone on the map:

l For a polygon, click the mouse at each boundary point.

l For a rectangle or ellipse, click the mouse on the map. Astandard-sized shape appears. The location ofthe mouse click is the center ofthe shape. To stop drawing and confirm the shape, click
. The avoidance zone appears in the list to the right. To clearthe shape, click
. c. To edit the avoidance zone, select the zone on the map or in the map layers list and then click
.

l To resize or reshape the avoidance zone, click and move the boundary points on the map.

l To reposition the avoidance zone, click and move it on the map.

l To add or delete the boundary points orto rotate the shape, use the toolbarthat appears on the map. To confirm your changes, click
. To undo your changes, click

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Note – It is notpossible to addor remove boundarypointsfor a rectangular or ellipsoidal zone. Tip – To disable editing ofthe avoidance zone, click next to the avoidance zone name. d. Repeat the steps above to add as many avoidance zones as required. Note – The mission area and the +/- 200 m (+/- 656ft) requiredfor turnsshouldnot overlap any avoidance zone on the map. Ifthe mission area is orange, you must move the area out ofthe avoidance zone. 2. Click to add the following types offiles as layers:

l A KMLfile that you have previously downloaded from Google Maps.

l Ground control points (GCPs) contained in a .csv file. The format forthe .csv file is: Identifier, Latitude, Longitude, Altitude. The coordinates must be in the WGS84 coordinate system and the altitude in meters. There should be no header. 

# Defining the blocks To define blocks, select the Blocks tab. Note – You must validate in thefieldanyblocksyou have definedin the office. Each mission area defined for a project is automatically covered by one block. The block appears in the list to the right and as a yellow shape on the map. The map does not contain any blocks ifyou have not yet defined a mission area in the Map layers tab. When you select the block, the blue flight lines that appear overthe block indicate the direction the UX5 will fly across the block. The unmanned aircraft should always fly perpendicularto the prevailing wind direction and all turns should be made into the wind. By default, the prevailing wind direction is a northerly wind. North is located at the top ofthe map. Define more blocks as required to:

l Coverthe entire mission area. You will need to add more blocks ifthe estimated time for a block exceeds 50 minutes. The flight time can be viewed in the block properties.

l Cover different parts ofthe mission at different heights to deal with differences in terrain.

l Easily repeat flights at different heights to obtain different results. You can combine and split blocks as required to fly the mission area in the most efficient number of flights.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 302 Planning a Project The Blocks tab, for an example mission and block, is shown below:

To edit blocks:

1. To update the prevailing wind direction to match the expected conditions in the field: a. Tap the wind direction arrow in the top right corner ofthe map and drag it so that it indicates the direction ofthe wind at the site. The flight lines rotate accordingly. Note – To ensure smooth turns andlimitedheadwindand tailwindduringflight, it is important to correctlyindicate the prevailing winddirection. However, to disable the controloftheflight lines by winddirection, click next to the blockname in the list. To manuallyadjust the direction oftheflight lines, tap theflight lines in the map androtate as required. This is useful when the mission/blockarea is a narrow rectangle, in which case you shouldalwaysput the flight lines along the longestside ofthe rectangle, independentfrom the winddirection. b. Ifthe flight lines change to red, this indicates that one or more flight lines (including the additional +/- 200 m (+/- 656ft) required forturns) overlaps an avoidance zone. For more information, see Creating the mission, page 27
. Once you have edited the mission area, the block and flight lines update automatically. 2. To viewthe properties ofa block, click next to the block name. By default the block inherits the properties ofthe mission. If required, edit the height (or GSD) and image overlap values for the block, taking into account specific obstacles in the block. Images are not acquired until the unmanned aircraft climbs to the specified height. The software estimates the total flight time needed to coverthe block. The estimated flight time does not include the time to get to and from the takeoffand landing locations.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 312 Planning a Project The block properties also showthe size ofthe block area and the mission to which the block belongs. 3. Ifthe estimated flight duration exceeds 50 minutes, a warning indication appears next to the block name in the list. Ifthe warning appears then you must split the block:

a. Select the block and then click
. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map that allows you to split the block. b. Click
. By default the block is divided through the center ofthe rectangular boundary box surrounding the block area, perpendicularto the wind direction. c. To change the cut, manipulate the boundary points ofthe dividing line. d. Click to confirm splitting the block. The original block is divided in two and both blocks appear in the list. Note – Splitting blocks can cause existing blocks to be renumbered. e. Repeat the steps above until the flight duration ofall blocks is less than 50 minutes, because you need to also considerthe takeoffand landing time. f. To undo a split, select one ofthe blocks that you want to combine and click
. From the toolbarthat appears on the map, click and then select the other block to merge. You can only merge adjacent blocks. Click to confirm the merge. The properties ofthe first selected block are used forthe merged block. 4. To use a left turn or a right turn to enterthe block during flight, click or . This setting also defines the first waypoint that the UX5 will fly to. 

## Managing blocks To change the order of blocks, click next to the block name. Blocks at the top ofthe list appear as the top-most blocks on the map. To manipulate a block, move it up so that it can be selected on the map. To hide a block, click next to the block name. To show a hidden block, click next to the block name. To copy the properties ofa block to a new block, select the block with the required properties in the list or on the map and then click belowthe list. Copying a block is useful ifyou need to scan the same mission area using different GSD and overlap values. Note – When copying a block that is the result ofasplit action, the new block willhave the size ofthe originalblock (that is, it covers the entire mission area). To remove a block that is no longer required, select the block and then click
. Ifthe block was created by splitting a block, all other blocks that were part ofthe splitting action are also removed. If

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 322 Planning a Project those blocks were the only blocks that covered the mission area, the software automatically creates a new block, which has the size and properties ofthe mission. To rename a block, select the block in the list and then click on the block's name. You can now edit the name. 

# Obstacle clearances When defining a flight, you must ensure that the selected takeoffand landing locations are clear of obstacles. Obstacle clearances for each stage ofthe flight are shown below. When you arrive at the site, visually check the takeoffand landing locations to ensure that the selected locations are free ofobstacles. 

## Obstacle clearances for takeoff From 0 m (takeoff location) to 50 m: Within the first 50 m (164ft), there must be a clear area free ofobstacles within 30° to the left and right ofthe launch direction. From 50 m to 280 m: From the first 50 m (164ft) and within 280 m (919 ft), obstacles must not appear above the safety line determined by a 15° safety angle and within 25 m (82 ft) to the left and right ofthe launch direction.

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## Obstacle clearances for cruise flight During cruise flight, no obstacles must appear between the cruise flight height and 25 m (82 ft) below it:



## Obstacle clearances for descent When entering the landing orbit, no obstacles must appear with a 300 m (984ft) radius ofthe center ofthe orbit. Once the UX5 has descended 25 m from the cruise flight height, the required obstaclefree area has a radius of 150 m (462 ft)
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## Obstacle clearances for landing Once you confirm the landing, the UX5 starts the final leg ofthe landing. Along the final leg ofthe landing, there must be a clear area free ofobstacles within 15 m to the left and right ofthe landing direction.

In the final leg ofthe landing, no obstacles must appear in the yellow zone shown in the vertical cross section ofthe landing. In addition, the landing location must be free ofobstacles and meet the minimum size indicated:

l Linear landing

l Curved landing

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 352 Planning a Project During the final leg ofthe landing it is possible to click the Abort button (see Handling emergencies during flight, page 81). To successfully abort the flight, extra clearances should be taken into account:

l Linear landing abort clearance

l Curved landing abort clearance

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# Defining the flights To define flights, select the Flights tab. Note – You must validate in thefieldanyflightsyou have definedin the office. The Flights tab, for an example flight where takeoffand landing are planned but not fixed, is shown below:

Ifthe auto-generate flight setting is enabled in the Settings screen, the software automatically generates a flight including block 1 (the top-most block). Aflight can cover more than one block, and blocks can be linked to more than one flight. Depending on the number and size ofthe blocks you have defined in the Blocks tab, you may need several flights to cover all the blocks defined forthe mission area(s). To add a flight, click
. A new entry appears in the list. To copy a flight, select the flight in the list or on the map and then click belowthe list. Copying a flight is useful ifyou want to repeat a flight and keep the data of both flights. To remove a flight that is no longer required, select the flight and then click belowthe list. Note – This removes theflight datastoredon the Tabletfor thisflight. To rename a flight, select the flight in the list and then click the flight name. You can now edit the name. To define a flight, see:

l Setting the takeoff parameters, page 38

l Setting the landing properties, page 39

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l Adding blocks to the flight, page 40

l Managing the sequence that blocks are flown over, page 41

l Simulating the flight, page 42 

## Setting the takeoff parameters

1. To set the takeoff parameters, in the Flighttab click beside the flight and then click beside Takeoff
. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map. 2. To set the takeoff location, do one ofthe following: a. To add a new location without GPS: In the Aerial Imaging Desktop orTablet software, click and then click on the map to set the location. The takeoff pin appears on the map with an arrow indicating the takeoff heading and shows the "Planned and not active" status icon
. You can add as many takeoff locations as you want. Click to confirm the added locations. b. To add a new location using GPS: In the Aerial Imaging Tablet software, physically go to the takeoff location and then click
. Ifthe location you want to fix lies within 10 m ofa planned pin, the planned pin is fixed. Otherwise, a new pin with the fixed status is added to the map. The takeoff pin appears on the map with an arrow indicating the takeoff heading and shows the "Fixed and not active" status icon
. You can fix as many takeoff locations as you want. Click to confirm the fixed locations. c. Click the takeoff pin on the map or use the drop-down menu in the Takeoffproperties to select any defined location. The takeoff pin status changes to "Active" or . Note – Each takeofflocation comes with defaultparameters (for example, the heading isset into the winddirection). Ifyou change the heading, the takeofflocation is updatedaccordingly. Ifyou use this location in anotherflight, the heading isset to the value ofthe latest change in all flights where the location is used. 3. To set the takeoff heading, click the arrow next to the takeoff pin and rotate to change the takeoffdirection and avoid any obstacles. For more information, see Obstacle clearances for takeoff, page 33
. By default, the takeoff heading is set into the wind direction set in the Blocks tab. Alternatively, you can enterthe heading forthe selected pin in the Heading field. Note –Always try to takeoffinto the wind. Thisprevents a higher launch speedanda higher riskof launchfailures. 4. When the flight has a block linked to it or when the landing has been defined, the takeoff route is displayed. To edit the takeoff route, click and drag the waypoints on the map. Tip – To use a left turn or a right turn to enter the block, click or in the block properties in the Blocks tab. This setting also defines the first waypoint that the UX5 will fly to. The takeoff route is updated to match the type ofturn selected.

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5. To delete a takeoff location, click in the toolbar on top ofthe map and then from the map select the takeoff pin that you want to remove. You can delete as many takeoff locations as you want. Click to confirm the deleted locations. 

## Setting the landing properties For additional safety, the Aerial Imaging software enables you to set alternative landing parameters. These alternative landing locations are useful if:

l The preferred landing location is suddenly unavailable due to a sudden obstacle in the landing clearance zone.

l The wind direction changes during the flight and the alternative landing location is better suited to the new conditions. To set landing properties:

1. In the Flighttab click beside the flight and then click beside Landing
. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map. 2. To set the landing location, do one ofthe following: a. To add a new location without GPS: In the Aerial Imaging Desktop orTablet software, click and then click on the map to set the location. The landing pin appears on the map with an arrow indicating the landing heading and shows the "Planned and not active" status icon
. You can add as many landing locations as you want. Click to confirm the added locations. b. To add a new location using GPS: In the Aerial Imaging Tablet software, physically go to the landing location and then click
. Ifthe location you want to fix lies within 10 m ofa planned pin, the planned pin is fixed. Otherwise, a new pin with the fixed status is added to the map. A landing pin with fixed status has an arrow indicating the landing heading and shows the "Fixed and not active" status icon
. You can fix as many landing locations as you want. Click to confirm the fixed locations. c. Click the landing pin on the map or use the drop-down menu in the Landing properties to select any defined location. The landing pin status changes to "Active" or . Note – Each landing location comes with defaultparameters (for example, the heading isset into the winddirection). Ifyou change the heading, the landing location is updatedaccordingly. Ifyou use this location in anotherflight, the heading isset to the value ofthe latest change in all flights where the location is used. 3. To set the landing heading, tap the arrow next to the landing pin and rotate to change the landing direction and avoid any obstacles. For more information, see Obstacle clearances for

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. Alternatively, you can enterthe heading forthe selected pin in the Landing heading field. By default, the landing heading is set into the wind direction set in the Blocks tab. To help you define the landing heading in the field, zoom in on the map to the most detailed zoom level and then walk into the heading with the GCS for about 20to 30 meters. You will see the GCS location move on the screen. Now rotate the arrow and position the final leg ofthe landing circuit overthe center ofthe GCS icon on the map. Note –Always try to landinto the wind. Thisprevents a higher landingspeedanda higher riskof damage to the UX5. 4. Set the landing type to use a linear or curved landing, depending on the landing surface and available clearances.

l The linear landing type requires less clearance and lands the UX5 on the ground more quickly, but has a larger impact on the aircraft.

l The curved landing type requires larger clearances but reduces the impact on the aircraft when it lands, and is especially suited for hard landing surfaces. For more information, see Obstacle clearances for landing, page 35
. 5. When the flight has a block linked to it, the landing route is displayed: a. Set the landing entry to use a left or right turn, depending on which turning direction provides bettervisibility and is furthest away from any obstacles (see Obstacle clearances for landing, page 35). b. To edit the landing route, click and drag the waypoints on the map. 6. To delete a landing location, click in the toolbar on top ofthe map and then from the map select the landing pin that you want to remove. You can delete as many landing locations as you want. Click to confirm the deleted locations. 7. To set alternative landing parameters, repeat the steps above. Note – To use aspecific landingfor theflight, make sure that the landing isselectedin the dropdown menu. 

## Adding blocks to the flight

1. To add blocks, in the Flighttab click beside the flight and then click besideSelectblocks
. All blocks defined in the project appear on the map and in the list to the right. Only the blocks that ifadded will keep the flight time less than 50 minutes can be selected. For each block the status is indicated:

l No icon: Not scheduled

l Scheduled

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l Flown

l Flown and log files downloaded 2. From the map orthe list, select one or more blocks to link to the flight. The selected blocks are highlighted, and the flight lines and connection routes appear on the map. Tip – To remove blocks from a flight, unselect the block in the list or the map. 3. Click to confirm the selection. The selected blocks appear in the list to the right between Takeoffand Landing, together with the default connection types. Note –A blockcan be linked to more than oneflight. 

## Managing the sequence that blocks are flown over Ifa flight will cover more than one block, the software automatically connects the last waypoint of one block with the first waypoint ofthe next block. By default the connection is a straight line and is displayed between the blocks in the flight properties in the Flights tab. To change the order ofthe blocks within a flight, select a block and then click to move the block up or down in the list to the right. The connection between sequential blocks updates accordingly. To change the connection type between blocks, click to the right ofthe connection type list entry and then:

Click... For the UX5 to... Fly straight to the first waypoint ofthe following block. Ifit did not yet reach the height ofthis waypoint, it orbits up in 200 m diameter circles until it reaches the height. Orbit up in 200 m diameter circles until it reaches the height ofthe following block and then fly straight to the first waypoint ofthe following block. This works ifthe height of the next block is higherthan the previous block. Fly to the following block keeping the same height ofthe last waypoint ofthe previous block and then orbit up in 200 m diameter circles until it reaches the first waypoint of the block. This works ifthe height ofthe next block is higherthan the previous block. Fly straight to the first waypoint ofthe following block. Ifit did not yet reach the height ofthis waypoint, it orbits down in 200 m diameter circles until it reaches the height. Fly to the following block keeping the same height ofthe last waypoint ofthe previous

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Click... For the UX5 to... block and then orbit down in 200 m diameter circles until it reaches the first waypoint ofthat block. This works ifthe height ofthe next block is lowerthan the previous block. Orbit down in 200 m diameter circles until it reaches the height ofthe next block and then fly straight to the first waypoint ofthat block. This works ifthe height ofthe next block is lowerthan the previous block. To edit the straight line between blocks, click and drag the waypoints on the map. Note – The connection type cannot be changedifsequentialblocks have the same height. 

## Simulating the flight After creating a flight, click to simulate the flight to check the following items:

l The UX5 uses the correct takeoffdirection.

l The flight height, route, and turns used are all correct.

l The UX5 does not enter any avoidance zones.

l The UX5 uses the correct landing circuit. Note – Be aware that the simulation is an estimate oftheflightpath. This is because the simulation cannot take into account the environmentalfactors, such as wind, during the actualflight. Tip – The button is not available until you have exited the flight properties. To do this, click the arrow to collapse the flight. 

## Exporting to KML The flight simulation can be exported to a KML file and viewed in software such as Google Earth.

1. In the Flights screen, select the flight for which you want to export the simulation. 2. Click
. A message shows that the KML file is being generated. When the process is complete, the Exportwizard appears. 3. Navigate to the folder where you want to save the flight simulation, enterthe file name and then click Save
. You can now open the KMLfile in software such as Google Earth to viewthe flight simulation in 3D.

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# Exporting the project Note – Thisstep is requiredifyou did the projectplanning in the AerialImaging Desktop software. You must complete thisstep so that you can import the project into the AerialImaging software on the Tablet.

1. In the Projects screen, select the project to export. 2. Click
. The Exportwizard appears. 3. Select the GWT output format. Click Next
. 4. Navigate to the folder where you want to save the project, enterthe file name and then click Save
. The exported project is saved as a .gwt file in the folderyou selected. 5. Click Finish to close the Exportwizard. 6. Ifthe folderyou exported the mission to is not a network folderthat the Tablet can access, transferthe exported mission to a USB stick and then transfer it to the Tablet. 7. To import the mission to the Aerial Imaging software on the Tablet, see Importing the project, page 63
. 

# Checking flight permissions and conditions In the days before the flight, complete the following checks to make sure the flight can proceed. Note – The use ofunmannedaircraft in anynationalairspace system is regulatedby the applicable NationalAviationAuthority. The regulationsforflying unmannedaircraft are subject to change, sometimes without warning. It is the user’s responsibility to know andadhere to the current lawsfor operating in the nationalairspace system. Trimble is not obliged to inform users ofchanges to unmanned aircraft laws. Trimble andAuthorized Distribution Partners provide comprehensive trainingforthe unmanned aircraftsystem which includes recommendedprocedures to ensure the safetyforthe remote crew members as wellas the surrounding environment. Itis the user’s responsibility to ensuresafe operations and adhere to safety andsecurity measures required by the NationalAviation Authority. Trimble is notresponsibleforensuring safe andsecure operation ofunmanned aircraft by the user. 

## Checking flight permission

l Check ifyou need a permit to operate an unmanned aircraft in the airspace above the site.

l Make sure you understand the legal context for safe operation ofan unmanned aircraft.

l Check for existing rules and standards with your local Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA).

l Make sure you have permission from the landowner.

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l Make sure you have all other relevant permissions required for photography flights using unmanned aircraft. In some countries you need permission from defense organizations, the police, or a national geography institute to take pictures. 

## Checking weather

l In the days before the flight, check the TVweather broadcast or weather websites. This gives you a good general idea ofthe weatherforthe next three to four days.

l For more accurate weatherforecasts, consult and interpret aviation weather data through various weather websites. You can also contact the national meteorological office or a local meteorology office at an airport nearby.

l On the day ofthe flight, consult the Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) and METAR reports. These are meteorological reports used in aviation.

l Make sure the weather conditions are within the operating and image acquisition limitations. See Operation limitations, page 45 and Image acquisition limitations, page 45
. The table below shows the wind speed expressed in different units: **Bft km/h m/s kn SM**
1 1-5 0.3-1.5 1-3 1-3
2 6-11 1.6-3.3 4-6 4-7
3 12-19 3.4-5.4 7-10 8-12
4 20-28 5.5-7.9 11-16 13-18
5 29-38 8.0-10.7 17-21 19-24
6 39-49 10.8-13.8 22-27 25-31
7 50-61 13.9-17.1 28-33 32-38

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### Operation limitations The UX5 aerial imaging rover cannot safely fly in all weather conditions. The following table shows the acceptable range for different conditions. Note – Your countryofoperation mayhave different or additionaloperationalrequirements. Make sure you arefamiliar with the appropriate regulationsfor the countryyou are operating in. Ifyou areflying in the UnitedStatessee also FAA conditions and limitations ofoperation, page 130
. Ifyou areflying in France, see also French airspace requirements, page 135
. CAUTION – If any condition does not meet the acceptable range stated, the pilot should abort the mission. Flying outside the acceptable range of conditions will void your Trimble warranty.
Condition Acceptable range Time Between sunrise and sunset Distance from clouds Clear ofclouds and always within line ofsight Flight visibility 5000 m (16,400ft) Operator-UAS visibility Visual line ofsight Weather limitations Light rain is acceptable. Avoid hail, snow, and heavy showers Head wind Maximum 65 kph (40 mph) Cross wind Maximum 65 kph (40 mph) Gusts Maximum 15 kph (9 mph) Turbulence Avoid turbulence at all times Temperature
-25 °C to +55 °C (-13 °F to 131°F) (excluding launcher) Maximum launch altitude (AMSL) 4250 m (13,493 ft) Maximum operational ceiling (AMSL) Tested at 5000 m (16,400ft) Endurance 50 mins 

### Image acquisition limitations Although the UX5 aerial imaging rover itselfcan cope with heavy weather conditions, the main issue besides safety is the quality ofthe pictures acquired during the flight. The following table shows the maximum values for different weather conditions.
CAUTION – If any condition does not meet the acceptable maximum value stated, the pilot should abort the mission. Trimble does not guarantee good picture quality when flying in conditions beyond these limits.

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Condition Acceptable maximum Precipitation Light rain Wind 50 kph (31 mph) 

## Checking the site Note – When checking the site you shouldrefer to the relevantAIP andNOTAM documentsforyour region.

l Identify the airspace and geographic environment ofthe site.

l Check the relevant aviation charts and make sure the flight area is not near any ofthe following areas:

l Forbidden airspace

l Airports, airfields (except with prior permission)

l Power plants (except with prior permission)

l Check the relevant aviation charts and take special care around:

l Parachute and parasailingjumping areas

l Winch areas

l High-pressure gas-releasing units (documented in AIPs or NOTAMs)

l Congested areas (for example, towns)

l Check ifthere are other aerial or ground activities planned, for example major public events. 

## Checking the pilot

l Make sure the pilot is certified to operate the UX5.

l Check ifthe pilot needs any additional permits, such as a remote pilot license, a radio certificate for use ofthe 2-way radio for communication with airtraffic control, and so on.

l Be aware that the pilot has final responsibility forthe operation ofthe UX5 and its components.

l Make sure the pilot is in good condition, both physical and mental.

l Keep log files ofthe pilot hours and equipment used for each flight. 

## Know your safe operating envelope

l Trimble recommends having a crew oftwo people that will control the UX5: the pilot and the observer. They must be able to communicate at all times. Check your CAA regulations to see ifa two-person crew is mandatory.

l Make sure the crew understands the purpose and the phases ofthis particular mission.

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l Make sure the crew understands all aspects ofsafe operation ofthe UX5. This includes:

l Understanding all safety precautions described in the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Rover Safety Guide
.
l Understanding howto handle emergencies during flight. See Handling emergencies during flight, page 81
.
l Understanding the particular requirements ofthe project and site, including avoidance zones.

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# Preparing Equipment

n Checking the launcher
n Checking the UX5 aerial imaging rover n Charging the UX5 batteries
n Charging the Tablet batteries
n Charging the camera batteries
n Checking the camera n Pairing the transmitter with the tracking receiver
n Locating your equipment As part ofyourflight preparation, make sure all equipment is in good condition and well-prepared.

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# 3 CHAPTER3 Preparing Equipment 

# Checking the launcher

1. Make sure the launch slider is in good condition, and the launch dock moves freely along the slider. Ifthe slider is damaged, contact yourTrimble distributor. 2. Check the launcher cord is not worn, and make sure there is enough elastic in the cord when it is stretched tight. Ifthe cord must be replaced, click in the Home screen, select Launcher in the list to the right and then select Replacing the launchercord or referto the Trimble UX5 AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. 3. Make sure the launch dock is in good condition. Ifit is damaged, contact yourTrimble distributor. 4. Make sure the launch dock wheels are in good condition and move freely. Ifthey are worn and must be replaced, click in the Home screen, select Launcher in the list to the right and then select Replacing the wheels ofthe launcherdock or referto the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. 

# Checking the UX5 aerial imaging rover Thoroughly check the UX5 before each flight to make sure that it is undamaged from any previous flight. Referto the following sections:

l Check the body, page 49

l Check the pitot tube, page 50

l Check the winglets, page 51

l Check the propellers, page 51

l Check the drive unit, page 51

l Check the servos, page 51 

## Check the body The body ofthe UX5 must be clean forflight. Dirt and gravel on the body decreases the lift and increases the drag during flight.

1. Clean the body with a damp cloth.
CAUTION – Do not use high water pressure or a steel brush to clean the body of the rover. This can damage the surface of the UX5 and affect the aerodynamics of the aircraft. Avoid the use of solvents to clean the surface of the UX5 as they can negatively affect the materials. Always use lukewarm water and a soft brush. 2. Check the body for cracks. Ifthe body requires repair, contact yourTrimble distributor.

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3. Make sure there are no scratches on the camera filter. Ifthe camera filter is damaged, click in the Home screen, select UX5 in the list and then select Replacing the camerafilteror referto the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. 4. Make sure that the camera filter is tightly screwed into the body. If not, gently tighten it, taking care not to over-tighten it. 5. Using first the wet camera wipes and then the dry camera wipes, thoroughly clean the camera filter. Make sure there are no specks of moisture or dust, as these will affect the image quality. Note – Only use wipes that are specificallyintendedfor cleaning camera lenses. 

## Check the pitot tube The pitot tube must be in perfect condition as it is used to measure the total air pressure during flight.

1. Remove the pitot tube from the eBox.

2. Make sure the tube is not bent or broken. 3. Blow into the tube to make sure nothing is blocking it.
CAUTION – Only blow into the pitot tube after you have removed it from the eBox. Do not blow into the pitot tube when it is connected to the eBox because this will damage the barometric sensors.
4. Ifthe pitot tube is blocked or damaged, click in the Home screen, select UX5 in the list to the right and then select Checking thepitot tube or referto the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor.

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## Check the winglets To prevent roll stability issues, the winglets must be firmly attached to the UX5 body.

1. Make sure the winglets are intact. 2. Make sure each winglet is firmly attached with two screws. 3. Ifthe winglets are damaged or not firmly attached, click in the Home screen, select UX5 in the list to the right and then select Replacing a winglet or referto the Trimble UX5Aerial Imaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor. 

## Check the propellers

1. Make sure the propeller blades are intact. 2. Make sure the propeller blades are well-positioned. 3. Make sure each propeller blade is firmly attached. 4. Ifa propeller blade is damaged or not well-positioned, click in the Home screen, select UX5 in the list to the right and then select Replacing a propellerblade or referto the Trimble UX5 AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor. 

## Check the drive unit Make sure the drive unit is:

l intact

l firmly attached Ifthe drive unit is damaged or not firmly attached, click in the Home screen, select UX5 in the list to the right and then select Replacing the drive unit or referto the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor. 

## Check the servos The servos must be in perfect condition as they steerthe UAS. When checking the servos, make sure that the servos:

l respond as expected

l are intact

l are firmly attached and flush with the surface ofthe wing Ifa servo is damaged, click in the Home screen, select UX5 in the list to the right and then select Replacing a servo or referto the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor.

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# Charging the UX5 batteries

WARNING – Lithium polymerbatteries are volatile
. Failure to read and follow these instructions may result in fire, personal injury, and damage to property if charged or used incorrectly. To prevent injury or damage:

– Use only the charger specified to charge the battery.

– If at any time you witness a battery starting to balloon or swell up, discontinue the charging process immediately. Disconnect the battery and place it in a safe observation area for approximately 15 minutes. Continuing to charge a battery that has begun to swell will result in fire.

– Charge in an isolated area, away from flammable materials.

– Never leave charging batteries unattended. When charging the batteries you should always remain in constant observation to monitor the charging process and react to potential problems that may occur.

WARNING – Always check that the settings on the charger are correct before charging the battery. Incorrect charger settings may result in damage to the battery, severe burning, and fire hazards. Note – Before using the chargerfor thefirst time, carefullyread the user documentationfor the battery charger andreadallofthe information providedin the Batterysafetysection ofthis user guide (see UX5 batterysafety, page 119 ). 

## Removing the battery

1. Remove the top coverfrom the UX5 body. 2. Disconnect the main power connector ofthe battery from the aircraft:

3. Loosen the Velcro straps and remove the battery from the battery compartment ofthe UX5.

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## Connecting and charging the battery

1. Connect the Graupner Ultramat 14 plus chargerto one ofthe following:

l 12 Vvehicle battery

l 100–240VAC power supply The charger powers on and displays the following parameters forthe UX5 battery:

l LiPo manual

l C:5.0A 6000mAh Note – Ifthe charger does not display the defaultparameters, you must change the settings
. For more information, see Battery chargersettings, page 119
. WARNING – The maximum charging current for the UX5 battery is limited to 5 A. This value must be lower than the maximum permissible current (6 A) for the battery. Incorrect battery charging parameters can destroy your battery and cause it to catch fire or explode. 2. Connect the charge cable to the charger:

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3. Connect the balancer connector ofthe battery to the charger. Align the connectorto the right ofthe socket:

4. Connect the charger cable ofthe chargerto the power connector on the battery:

5. On the charger, press and hold the Enter/Start key fortwo seconds. The battery starts charging. When a battery is fully charged, the charger produces an audible signal and stops charging automatically. The charger displays "END". At typical room temperature it takes approximately 2 hours to charge a fully depleted battery. Charging time will vary depending on remaining battery life and ambient temperature. Note – Make sure you charge both UX5 batteries before leaving the officefor aflight. Trimble recommends always having aspare,fully-chargedbatteryon hand.

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## Disconnecting the battery

1. On the charger, press the Enter/Start key to put the charger in standby mode. 2. Disconnect the charger cable ofthe chargerfrom the power connector on the battery. 3. Disconnect the balancer connector ofthe battery from the charger. 

# Charging the Tablet batteries Install the Tablet battery packs and charge the batteries according to the instructions provided in the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC User's Manual
. Note – Make sure youfullycharge the Tablet batteries before leaving the officefor aflight. 

# Charging the camera batteries Install the camera battery and charge the batteries according to the instructions provided in the user documentation forthe camera. Note – Make sure you charge both camera batteries before leaving the officefor aflight. Trimble recommends always having aspare,fully-chargedbatteryon hand. 

# Checking the camera

1. Make sure there are no scratches on the camera lens. Ifthe camera lens is damaged, contact yourTrimble distributor. 2. Your camera arrives with the appropriate settings required to obtain good aerial images set by Trimble. However, before each flight, check the camera screen to make sure it displays the following icons. For more information, referto the section foryour camera below:

l Sony a5100, page 56

l Sony NEX-5, page 58

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## Sony a5100 Note – Thefollowing image shows the main icons to checkon the camera screen to ensure that your camera settings are correct andyou willsuccessfullycapture images during theflight. Ifanyofthese icons are notshown, or ifyou believe other camera settings have been changed, adjust the settings back to the settings recommendedby Trimble. For a list ofallapplicable camera settings, see Camera settings, page 108
.

Icon Description and Shoot mode is set to shutter priority. SD card is inserted. Aspect ratio is set to 3:2; image size is set to 24M; image quality is set to Fine (all are default settings). Recording mode of movies is set to 50i FH. Steady shot is set to Off. Battery icon shows 100%. Drive mode is set to Single Shooting. Metering mode is set to Multi (the default). Focus area is set to Center. Focus mode is set to Manual.

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Icon Description Face detection is set to Off. White balance is set to AWB (the default). Forthe NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See Setting brightness/color settings forthe NIR camera , page 57
. Soft skin detection is set to Off(the default). Brightness correction is set to automatic (the default). Creative style is set to Standard (the default). Picture effect is set to Off(the default). Shutter speed is set to 1/1000 or above. ± 0.0 When using the NIR camera, exposure compensation is set to: + 1.0forthe UV HAZE (orange)filter + 2.0forthe NIR (black) filter ISO is set to Auto (the default). 

### Setting brightness/color settings for the NIR camera To obtain best results from the camera and selected filter, Trimble recommends setting the brightness/color settings as follows:

1. On the camera, select Menu / / 5/ White Balance
. Press the central button ofthe control wheel and then select Custom Setup
. Press the central button ofthe control wheel to confirm. 2. Outdoors, in normal daylight conditions, hold the filteryou will use in front ofthe lens, while aiming the central circle ofthe lens at a (nearly) white surface, such as a wall or blank piece of paper. 3. Press the central button ofthe control wheel. 4. The color infra-red (CIR)display on the camera appears. When using the:

l UV haze (orange) filter: vegetation appears blue and the sky appears brown.

l NIR-only (black) filter: vegetation appears white or slightly blue-grey and everything else appears grey to black.

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## Sony NEX-5 Note – Thefollowing image shows the main icons to checkon the camera screen to ensure that your camera settings are correct andyou willsuccessfullycapture images during theflight. Ifanyofthese icons are notshown, or ifyou believe other camera settings have been changed, adjust the settings back to the settings recommendedby Trimble. For a list ofallapplicable camera settings, see Camera settings, page 108
.

Icon Description and Shoot mode is set to shutter priority. SD card is inserted. Aspect ratio is set to 3:2; image size is set to 16M; image quality is set to Fine (all are default settings). Recording mode of movies is set to 25p 17m FH. Steady shot is set to Off. Battery icon shows 100%. Touch operation is set to Off. Drive mode icon is shown. The drive mode is set to use the Wireless Remote Commander. Metering mode is set to Multi (the default). Focus mode is set to Manual.

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Icon Description Face detection is set to Off. White balance is set to AWB (the default). Forthe NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See Setting brightness/color settings forthe NIR camera , page 57
. Soft skin detection is set to Off(the default). Brightness correction is set to automatic (the default). Creative style is set to Standard (the default). Auto portrait framing is set to Off.
Smile detection is set to Off(the default). Picture effect is set to Off(the default). Shutter speed is set to 1/1000 or above. ± 0.0 When using the NIR camera, exposure compensation is set to: + 1.0forthe UV HAZE (orange)filter + 2.0forthe NIR (black) filter ISO is set to Auto (the default). 

### Setting brightness/color settings for the NIR camera To obtain best results from the camera and selected filter, Trimble recommends setting the brightness/color settings as follows:

1. On the camera, select Menu / Brightness/Color/ White Balance and then select Custom Setup
. Press the central button to confirm. 2. Outdoors, in normal daylight conditions, hold the filteryou will use in front ofthe lens, while aiming the central circle ofthe lens at a (nearly) white surface, such as a wall or blank piece of paper. 3. Press the shutter button. 4. The color infra-red (CIR)display on the camera appears. When using the:

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l UV haze (orange) filter: vegetation appears blue and the sky appears brown.

l NIR-only (black) filter: vegetation appears white or slightly blue-grey and everything else appears grey to black. 

# Pairing the transmitter with the tracking receiver Note – You must complete thisstep onlyonce, before using the UX5 aerialimaging rover for thefirst time. To track down the UX5 aerial imaging rover fitted with a transmitter, the transmitter ID must first be stored in the memory ofthe receiver.

1. Press and hold the Power key forthree seconds to turn on the receiver. 2. Press the MENU/OK key to enterthe menu. 3. Use the navigation keys to select TRANSMITTER. Press the MENU/OK key to confirm. 4. Use the navigation keys to select ADD. Press the MENU/OK key to confirm. 5. Use the navigation keys to enterthe missing digits ofthe frequency ofthe transmitter. Confirm each digit using the MENU/OK key. 6. Followthe steps on the screen ofthe receiverto calibrate the transmitter. 7. Once the calibration is done, you are prompted to enter a name forthe transmitter. 8. Use the navigation keys to enterthe name you want to use forthe transmitter. Confirm each letter using the MENU/OK key. The receiver is now able to communicate with the transmitter. 

# Locating your equipment Before you head out to the field:

1. Make sure the flight case contains all ofthe required items. For more information, see Flight case contents, page 11
. 2. Ifyou will be doing several flights before returning to the office, make sure you have one ofthe following:

l an external storage device such as a laptop fortransferring images to after each flight

l a USB to SD card readerfortransferring images to the Tablet after each flight

l an SD card for each flight Note – Trimble recommends using aSan DiskExtreme SDHCUHS-I card with a write speedof 45 MB/s anda minimum capacityof16 GB.

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3. Make sure the launcher bag contains the following items:

l safety pin

l launch dock with lock pin

l V-support

l crank

l launch slide with elastics

l Trimble UX5 Launcher QuickStart Guide

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# Completing a Flight

n Importing the project
n Validating the blocks
n Validating the flights
n Dealing with sudden weather changes
n Completing the flight checklist
n Monitoring the flight
n Landing the UX5
n Completing the post-flight checklist
n Disassembling the launcher This chapter describes the tasks required in the field to complete a successful flight with good image data.

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# 4 CHAPTER4 Completing a Flight 

# Importing the project Note – Thisstep is requiredifyou did the projectplanning in the AerialImaging Desktop software and then exported the projectso that you can view it on the Tablet.

1. In the Home screen orthe Projects screen, tap . 2. Navigate to the location ofthe .gwt file you exported from the Aerial Imaging Desktop software (see Exporting the project, page 43), select it and then tap Open
. The project you imported is listed in the Projects screen and the project thumbnail appears. 3. Select the project and then click to open the project and viewthe Map layers screen. 

# Validating the blocks Tap the Blocks tab and make any changes to the blocks, if required. Pay special attention to the actual wind direction, which will influence the wind direction you have set in the software and possibly the flight time. For more information, see Defining the blocks, page 30
. Note – To change the mission area, tap the Map layers tab andedit the appropriate area. For more information, see Creating the mission, page 27
. When you edit the mission area, the block(s) automaticallyadjust to the new areashape. 

# Validating the flights

1. When you arrive on-site, examine the flight area to:

l Check for obstacles in the flight area. Obstacles are objects such as trees, buildings, antennas, power lines, and waterthat the UX5 could fly into or land on.

l Make sure you will be able to maintain a visual line ofsight to the UX5 throughout the flight.

l Identify a good takeoffand landing location.

l Check the landing surface and obstacle clearances to make sure the most suitable landing type is selected. For more information, see Obstacle clearances, page 33
. Repeat for each location that you consider as an alternative landing location. Note – Ifyou choose to checkalternative landing locations duringflight, be aware that this takes more time andkeepsyour attentionfrom theflight. 2. Tap the Flighttab and make any changes to the flights, if required. For more information, see Defining the flights, page 37
. 3. Make sure that the selected takeoffand landing locations are fixed to GPS. To fixthe location, physically go to the location, tap beside Takeoffor Landing and then click in the toolbar.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 634 Completing a Flight Repeat for each landing location that you consider as an alternative location. Note – Ifyou choose to checkalternative landing locations duringflight, be aware that this takes more time andkeepsyour attentionfrom theflight. 4. In the Flights screen, select the flight you will complete and then tap the Flight checklisttab. 

# Dealing with sudden weather changes On the day ofthe flight, check that the current weather conditions are suitable forflight. Pay particular attention to the prevailing wind direction and speed. Ifthere are sudden weather changes before or during the flight, you must act quickly. Different weather changes and the recommended action are described below.

Weather change Action The wind direction changes before the flight. If possible, change the wind direction in the Blocks tab to align the flight lines perpendicular to the wind direction. Reposition the launcher and then update the takeoffand landing heading in the flight plan. The wind direction changes during the flight. Change the landing heading in flight or select an alternative landing location, ifit is more suited. See Changing the landing parameters during flight, page 80
. One ofthe following weather phenomena occurs before or during the flight:

l Strong wind

l Heavy rain, hail

l Hurricane, tornado, or any kind of whirlwind

l Thunder and lightening

l Snow Cancel the flight. Ifthe UX5 is in the air, land as quickly as possible.

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# Completing the flight checklist The flight checklist starts with an overview ofthe flight that you have selected and will execute. Use each step ofthe flight checklist to prepare the equipment forflight. The flight checklist guides you through each step. Note – More information about the steps that require specialcare is given in thefollowingsections. Read these sections carefully untilyou arefamiliar with allofthe tasks required to perform these steps.

l Connecting the GCS, page 65

l Connecting the battery, page 66

l Preparing the camera, page 66

l Inserting the trackertransmitter, page 68

l Attaching the top cover, page 68

l Covering the pitot tube, page 68

l Checking the elevon trim, page 69

l Checking the elevon response, page 69

l Assembling the launcher

l Placing the UX5 onto the launcher, page 73

l Transmitting the flight plan, page 73

l Initializing, page 74

l Removing the pitot cover, page 74

l Checking the airspeed response, page 74

l Positioning the propellers, page 74

l Tightening the launcher cord elastics, page 74

l Verifying the position ofthe aircraft on the launcher

l Removing the safety pin

l Arming the system, page 76

l Launching the UX5, page 77 

## Connecting the GCS Ifyou have not yet connected the GCS:

1. Attach the antenna to the modem. 2. Attach the modem and antenna to the back ofthe Tablet, underthe handstrap.

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3. Insert the modem cable into the USB port on the Tablet. 4. Tap to prompt the software to check ifthe modem is connected. When the connection to the modem is established, the software automatically moves to the next step in the flight checklist. 

## Connecting the battery Ifyou have not yet connected the battery:

1. Insert a fully charged battery into the battery compartment ofthe unmanned aircraft. Secure the battery using the Velcro straps. 2. Connect the main power connector on the battery to the power connector in the aircraft. Once the battery is connected, the eBoxgoes from Off mode to On mode (see eBox LED status, page 104). When the eBox starts booting up, the button is enabled. Note – Ifafter thisstep you are prompted to update the eBoxfirmware, see Updating the eBox firmware, page 16
. 

## Preparing the camera

1. Using first the wet camera wipes and then the dry camera wipes, thoroughly clean the camera lens. Make sure there are no specks of moisture or dust, as these will affect the image quality. Note – Only use wipes that are specificallyintendedfor cleaning camera lenses. 2. Make sure the camera filter in the UX5 body is also clean and that the camera filter is tightly screwed into the body. If not, gently tighten it, taking care not to over-tighten it. 3. Insert an empty SD card into the camera. 4. Turn on the camera and check the camera screen to make sure it displays the icons described in Checking the camera, page 55
. 5. Make sure the lens settings are appropriate forthe weather conditions: Weather

ISO Auto Auto Auto Aperture ring f/4.5 f/4.5 f/4.5
Shutter speed 1/2000to 1/4000 1/1000to 1/2000 1/1600to 1/2000

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Weather

Focus ring The focus ring should always be set to 3+ m. This is set and calibrated by the manufacturer and must not change. Foryour reference, this position corresponds with the white dot appearing belowthe right edge ofthe red 0 in the 10ft mark. Note –Always take apicture before theflight to ensure that the picture is not over- or underexposed. Ifthe picture does not lookright, adjust the shutterspeedfirst and then the aperture setting. 6. Ifyou are using the: Sony a5100 camera

a. Insert the adapter piece into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UX5 body. b. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to the connectorfrom the eBox. c. Insert the camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro strap.

Sony NEX5 camera

a. Insert the two adapter pieces into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UX5 body. b. Connect the IR LED cable to the connectorfrom the eBox. c. Insert the camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro

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Note –After inserting andsecuring the camera, check the shutterspeedas the settings control might have spun andchanged the setting. 7. In the Aerial Imaging software, tap . Make sure that you hearthe trigger sound from the camera. When the test picture is taken, the button is enabled. 

## Inserting the tracker transmitter

1. Turn on the trackertransmitter. 2. Make sure that you can hearthe transmitter using the tracker receiver. 3. Insert the trackertransmitter into the body ofthe unmanned aircraft. 

## Attaching the top cover Attach the top coverto the unmanned aircraft and make sure it is secure. 

## Covering the pitot tube Put the pitot tube cover on the pitot tube. Check the value in the black arrow at the left ofthe artificial horizon in the status panel ofthe Aerial Imaging software and make sure the current airspeed is below 20 kph (12.4 mph)
.

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## Checking the elevon trim Make sure that the outboard elevons are leveled with the inboard elevons (the inboard elevons are fixed). The accuracy should be about 1 mm.
WARNING – When handling the UX5, make sure that the elevons can move freely and are not obstructed in any way. Impaired movement of the elevons can cause the servo motor to burn up. 

## Checking the elevon response Tap the Move/Stop elevon button in the Aerial Imaging software and watch the elevons on the unmanned aircraft. Make sure the elevons move in response to the button commands.
WARNING – When handling the UX5, make sure that the elevons can move freely and are not obstructed in any way. Impaired movement of the elevons can cause the servo motor to burn up. When the elevon response is checked, the button is enabled. 

## Assembling the launcher

1. Unfold the launch slide.
CAUTION – Take care when unfolding the launch slide as there are sharp edges that can cause finger cuts. 2. Secure each section ofthe launch slide by lifting the appropriate handle and hooking it into the next section ofthe launch slide. Close the handles.

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3. Unfold and secure the V-support with the lock pin. To attach the V-support to the launch slide, make sure the knob is pointing to the left and then insert the V-support pins in the reserved holes, situated approximately 2/3 ofthe length ofthe launch slide. Turn the knob to the right to tighten.

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4. Pull the ends ofthe launcher cord out ofthe launch slide so that the cord lies on top ofthe launch slide. Note – Ifthe launcher cordis blocked while the elastics are not tightened, pull the release handles upward to unblock them.
CAUTION – Never push the release handles when there is tension on the launcher cord. You will damage the elastics. If there is tension on the cord, insert the crank onto the nut located toward the front end of the launcher and use the crank to very gently release the force. At the same time, pull the release handles gently upward. This is safest done with two people, with one person carefully winding the crank counterclockwise to counteract the force on the elastics.

5. Position the launch dock on the end ofthe launch slide with the tabs on the launch dock pointing toward the direction of launch.

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6. Slide the launch dock overthe ends ofthe launcher cord. 7. To attach the ends ofthe launcher cord to the launch dock, remove the lock pin from the launch dock and then slide the lock pin through the holes in the launch dock, attaching the ends ofthe launch cord as you do so. Secure the lock pin.

8. Slide the launch dock overthe launch hook at the beginning ofthe launch slide, making sure the launch dock clicks into position. Make sure the trigger is not blocked. 9. Insert the safety pin into the launch dock.

WARNING – Always keep the safety pin inserted in the launch dock. Remove the safety pin onlyjust before launch. Early removal of the launch pin can result in accidental release of the launcher, causing serious personal injury and damage to the UX5 or launcher.

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CAUTION – Never launch without the UX5 sitting on the dock as it will damage the launch dock. The design of the launcher takes into account the weight of the UX5 sitting on the launch dock. 10. Position the launcher at the planned takeoff location, with the launch direction pointing into the takeoffdirection you have indicated in the software. 11. Make sure the takeoff location is free ofobstacles. For more information, see Obstacle clearances, page 33
. 

## Placing the UX5 onto the launcher

1. Position the UX5 at the front ofthe launch dock and use yourfingertips to guide the launcher slats on the underside ofthe UX5 onto the lips ofthe launch dock.

2. Use the artificial horizon indicator in the Aerial Imaging software to check the pitch and roll of the UX5 on the launch dock. The pitch angle should be between 20° and 30° and the roll angle should be between

-5° and 5°. The horizon should be positioned parallel to the UX5 on the artificial horizon indicator. Ifyou need to adjust the horizon, reposition the launcher. 

## Transmitting the flight plan This step appears only ifthe software is still transmitting the flight plan to the eBox. Iftransmission ofthe flight plan is already complete, this step does not appear. The button is available once flight plan transmission is complete.

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## Initializing At this step in the flight checklist, the eBox initializes. It must acquire lock on at least 4 usable GPS satellites. The GPS receiver in the eBox determines the usability ofthe satellites, based on the characteristics ofeach satellite. 

## Removing the pitot cover Remove the coverfrom the pitot tube. 

## Checking the airspeed response Press and hold the pitot tube for no more than 5 seconds. Make sure that the value in the black arrow at the left ofthe artificial horizon in the status panel ofthe Aerial Imaging software changes. 

## Positioning the propellers

1. Check the position ofthe propellers on the unmanned aircraft and make sure they are pointing backward as shown in the Aerial Imaging software. 2. Ifthe propellers are not positioned correctly, carefully adjust them.
WARNING – Always take care when touching the propeller blades. If the unmanned aircraft receives a sudden shock while armed, the motor can unexpectedly start causing the propeller blades to move. Contact with moving propeller blades can result in serious personal injury. 

## Tightening the launcher cord elastics

1. Insert the crank onto the nut located toward the front end ofthe launch slide. 2. Stretch the launcher cord using the crank. In normal circumstances, the node between the cord and elastic should be in the middle ofthe hole numbered "4" on the launcher.

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CAUTION – The launcher cord stretches with every launch. When you can easily reach the last hole when tightening the cord, replace the launcher cord to prevent unsuccessful launches and damage to the launcher
or the UX5. For more information, click in the Home screen, select Launcher in the list to the right and then select Replacing the launcher cord or refer to the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution Maintenance Guide
. 3. Remove the crank. 

## Verifying the position of the aircraft on the launcher

WARNING – Take care to ensure the UX5 is correctly positioned on the launch dock. An incorrect position can result in launch failure, causing serious personal injury and damage to the rover or launcher.



## Removing the safety pin To remove the safety pin, position yourself behind the launcher, reach carefully underthe UX5 and then pull out the safety pin.
WARNING – Always take care to avoid contact with the propeller blades. If the UX5 receives a sudden shock while armed, the motor can unexpectedly start causing the propeller blades to move. Contact with moving propeller blades can result in serious personal injury.

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## Arming the system This step ofthe flight checklist shows a summary ofthe system status. Ifthere is an issue with any of the launch values, then the value is shown in red.

To arm the system, tap Arm
. Awarning message appears if:

l the UX5 battery life is less than 75%. Ifthe battery level is low, the battery level line is red.

l the Tablet battery life is less than 90 minutes.

l the number ofsatellites is between 4 and 8. The system will not allowyou to launch the UX5 ifthe following errors are reported:

l The eBox is not in the correct state.

l GPS signal is not OK.

l Takeoffsensor is not OK (this means that the yaw, pitch, and roll values are not yet stabilized).

l Datalogging has not started.

l The GCS has no GPS connection.

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## Launching the UX5 Once you have armed the system, the software prompts you to launch the aircraft.

1. Just before launch, perform the following safety checks: a. Make sure there are no aerial objects inside the zone ofoperation. b. Make sure you have a clear line ofsight to the UX5. c. Make sure there are no obstacles or people nearthe front ofthe launcher.
WARNING – Make sure you complete each of the safety checks listed at this step. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the UX5 or launcher. 2. When you have made sure that everything is clear in front of, above, and behind the launcher, stand behind the launcher and press the launch handle to launch the UX5.
CAUTION – Never launch without the UX5 sitting on the dock as it will damage the launch dock. The design of the launcher takes into account the weight of the UX5 sitting on the launch dock. 3. If an obstacle such as a person or animal suddenly appears in the obstacle clearance zone during takeoff , tap in the Aerial Imaging software. The UX5 immediately powers down and returns to the ground. For more information, see Emergency software commands, page 83
. After launch, the UX5 flies to the first waypoint, which is highlighted on the map in the Dashboard tab. Ifthe UX5 is not yet at the flight height when it reaches this point, it climbs in circles of 100 m radius until it reaches the desired height. 4. After launch, release the tension on the launcher cord elastics. Leaving tension on the launcher cord elastics for extended periods can damage the elastics.

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To release the tension, release the force with the crank very gently while pulling the release handles in the front ofthe launcher upward. This is safest done with two people, with one person carefully winding the crank counter-clockwise to counteract the force on the elastics.



# Monitoring the flight

CAUTION – It is your responsibility to take action during flight when the safety of the UX5 aerial imaging rover or its surroundings is compromised. To do this you must:

– Have visual contact with the unmanned aircraft at all times.

– Observe the zone of operation for the unmanned aircraft and look out for other aerial objects.

– Ensure obstacle clearance.

– Keep an eye on changing weather conditions.

– Locate the unmanned aircraft on the Tablet screen.

– Monitor the flight telemetry on the Tablet screen. For information on the appropriate action to take ifyou see an oncoming aerial object at any point during the flight, see Handling emergencies during flight, page 81
. Aftertakeoff, the UX5 aerial imaging rover climbs to the specified cruise height. Once the unmanned aircraft has passed its first waypoint, the second waypoint is initiated. From this point, the unmanned aircraft follows the preprogrammed flight path.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 784 Completing a Flight The Dashboard tab with an example flight is shown below:

You must use the Aerial Imaging software on the Tablet to monitorthe unmanned aircraft during the entire flight:

l The trajectory ofthe unmanned aircraft on the map must be close to the programmed flight path.

l Monitorthe strength ofthe communication link
.

l Monitorthe number of usable satellites
.
l No signal: No GPS lock (0–3 satellites)

l 1 signal line: 4–6 satellites

l 2 signal lines: 7 or more satellites

l Monitorthe level of power in the UX5 battery. In the battery status bar , the value is expressed as a percentage and as time remaining in minutes.

l Compare the actual flight height with the desired flight height set during mission and flight planning.

l Compare the actual airspeed with the desired airspeed, which is 80 kph (49 mph) during cruise flight. The actual airspeed can be higherthan the desired speed when the UX5 is coping with a high head wind. The maximum airspeed is 90 kph (56 mph)
.
l Monitorthe throttle. The throttle should be around 30% during cruise flight in normal conditions.

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l Monitorthe software for in-flight warnings and errors such as loss ofGPS lock and loss of communication link. For more information on these warnings and the appropriate action to take, see Failsafes during flight, page 80 and Errors and warnings, page 97
.
l Monitorthe number offlight lines flown against the total number offlight lines (displayed in the status line belowthe map). The Dashboard tab with an example flight is shown below: 

## Changing the landing parameters during flight Ifconditions change during the flight, it may be advisable to alterthe landing parameters set in the flight plan while the UX5 is still in flight. Note – Once you confirm the landing, you cannot change the landingparameters. To change the landing parameters:

1. Select the Flights tab. The Flights tab appears to the left ofthe Dashboard tab. 2. Tap beside Landing
. 3. Depending on the situation, do one ofthe following:

l Ifthe wind direction has changed and the landing clearances are notjeopardized, rotate the landing heading ofthe current landing accordingly.

l Ifthere is a sudden obstacle in the clearance zone ofthe current landing and you have defined an alternative landing location that is clearfrom obstacles, tap the landing pin on the map or use the drop-down menu in the Landing properties to select this location. Adapt the landing heading according to the actual wind direction. Note – For the current andanyalternative landingsetup, it ispossible to change anyother parameters. However, this requires more effort and time which you maynot have. Make sure that if you change the landing location, the location is GPSfixed. For more information, see Setting the landing properties, page 39
. 

## Failsafes during flight The following failsafe mechanisms activate when a technical issue occurs that reduces the safe behavior ofthe unmanned aircraft:

l Loss ofGPS lock during flight

l Loss ofcommunication link during flight

l Overspeed protection

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### Loss ofGPS lock during flight Ifthe unmanned aircraft does not receive GPS communications for a period of4 seconds, then a notification appears on the Tablet, and the following automatic failsafe mechanism is activated:

1. The unmanned aircraft banks at an angle of25° while orbiting at its current location for 20 seconds. Ifthe unmanned aircraft successfully reacquires GPS lock, then it flies to the specified landing location and begins a normal landing sequence. 2. Ifthe unmanned aircraft is unable to reacquire GPS lock, then it activates the Flight Termination System (FTS). During FTS:

a. The motor powers down and the speed lowers to 70 kph (43 mph)
. b. The unmanned aircraft orbits down in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a height of7 m (23 ft)
. Note – During FTS without GPSlock, the unmannedaircraft attempts to circle but the outcome is ellipticalcircles as the unmannedaircraft issubject to winddrift. c. The unmanned aircraft levels its wings, slows, and glides to the ground. 

### Loss ofcommunication link during flight Ifthe unmanned aircraft does not receive a communication packet forthe time specified in the Communication timeoutfield in theAutopilotsettings group ofthe Settings screen, or ifthe communication link is poor and communication packets are being received intermittently, then a notification appears on the Tablet and the unmanned aircraft flies to the specified landing location and begins a normal landing sequence. Unlike a normal landing, you are not prompted to confirm landing before the final leg ofthe landing. An audible sound indicates that the UX5 is about to land. Ifcommunication resumes during this automatic failsafe mechanism, the unmanned aircraft continues the landing sequence. 

### Overspeed protection Ifthe unmanned aircraft detects a steep and fast decline, it will maximize drag to minimize the impact on the ground. The aircraft will descend in a "flat-spin"-like flight trajectory. 

## Handling emergencies during flight This topic describes typical emergency scenarios that may occur when the UX5 is in flight. For all scenarios, you must assess the situation before taking action. Take into account your location (that is, the location ofthe GCS) and the current location, course, and speed ofthe UX5. Note – Ifthe situation is too critical (for example,fast moving aircraft) tap and when prompted confirm Flight Termination System (FTS) activation to immediately abort theflightandput the UX5 in an orbit toward the ground.

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### An approaching aircraft The most common emergencies involve another aircraft entering the vicinity at approximately the same height as the UX5.

Scenario Action When the other aircraft has left the vicinity... The approaching aircraft will not cross theflight path ofthe UX5. 1. Assess the situation. 2. Tap , , , or to move the UX5 to a safe position. Tap in the message box on the map to cancel the pattern and continue mapping. The flight path ofthe approaching aircraft and the UX5 are converging
. 1. Assess the situation. 2. Tap to move the UX5 to a safe position. Tap in the message box on the map to cancel the pattern and continue mapping. The flight path ofthe approaching aircraft is diverging from the flight path ofthe UX5. 1. Assess the situation. 2. Tap , , or to move the UX5 to a safe position. Tap in the message box on the map to cancel the pattern and continue mapping. The flight path ofthe approaching aircraft is intercepting the flight path ofthe UX5. 1. Assess the situation. 2. Tap to move the UX5 to a safe position. (An aircraft intending to overtake an aircraft in front ofthem overtakes that plane on the right side.) Tap in the message box on the map to cancel the pattern and continue mapping.

The approaching aircraft is approaching the UX5 head-on. 1. Assess the situation. 2. Tap to move the UX5 to a safe position. Tap in the message box on the map to cancel the pattern and continue mapping. The approaching aircraft intends to land. A landing aircraft has priority over an UX5 at all times. Never assume that the aircraft has noticed the UX5. Take the necessary safety measures depending on the situation. Tap in the message box on the map to cancel the pattern and continue mapping. Occasionally other objects such as birds enterthe zone ofoperation. Assess the situation and try to avoid collisions using the methods described above. Ifa collision does occur, immediately tap in the Aerial Imaging software and if prompted, confirm FTS activation to abort the flight. Once the UX5 has landed, carefully check equipment for damage.

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### Other types ofemergency In case ofothertypes ofemergency, take the recommended action. Scenario Action Engine failure is rare but may occur. The following parameters in the Aerial Imaging software indicate engine failure:

l Altimeter decreases

l Battery voltage increases

l Throttle percentage increases until 100% 1. Assess the situation. 2. Tap to immediately terminate the flight. If no button is tapped, the UX5 glides downward, following the flight plan.

Aerial Imaging software freezes or crashes on the GCS when the UX5 is in the air. Immediately restart the software. Ifyou are unable to restart the software, restart the GCS and then restart the Aerial Imaging software. After restarting the software:

1. Go to the Projects screen and open the project for the flight in progress. 2. In the Flights tab, select the flight in progress. 3. Select the Flight checklisttab. When connecting to the autopilot, a messages asks if the aircraft is already in the air. 4. Tap to confirm. The Aerial Imaging software downloads the existing flight plan from the eBox and enables you to continue the flight. 

## Emergency software commands The Dashboard tab ofthe Aerial Imaging software provides several buttons that enable you to manually interrupt the pre-programmed flight plan while the unmanned aircraft is in the air. Use these commands to take evasive action if required. Note – Tapping anybutton in thisscreen overrides anyprevious command. Note – The onlybutton available when the UX5 is below50 m (164ft) during takeoffis
.

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### Land Use the button when the flight must be terminated and there is time and space for a pre-planned landing. When you tap , the unmanned aircraft immediately terminates its flight plan and initiates a normal landing sequence. It flies at the current flight height to the entry point which is located 300 m (984ft) from the landing location. It starts circling downward in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a height of75 m (246ft). To release the Land command, tap in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the start ofthe flight line it was on when the flight plan was interrupted, and resumes mapping when it reaches the point that mapping paused. To complete the landing, tap in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft finishes its current circle until it reaches the point where it first started circling and then it starts the final leg of the landing. 

### Fly to Use the button to move the unmanned aircraft from its current position to a location you choose. To enable the button, tap the location on the map that you want the unmanned aircraft to move to. When you tap , the unmanned aircraft flies to the specified location and then orbits there at the cruise flight height in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. When in the Fly to pattern, you can adjust the unmanned aircraft's height by 10 m (32 ft) up or down, if required. The software does not allowthe height to be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460ft)
. To release the Fly to command, tap in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the height it was at before the Fly to pattern began. It flies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the point that mapping paused. Note – Ifyou tap the map again while the unmannedaircraft is in the Fly to pattern, tap in the message boxon the map tofly to the new location on the map. 

### Hold Use the button when another aircraft in the vicinity is observed. When you tap , the unmanned aircraft begins orbiting its current location at the current flight height in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. When in the Hold pattern, you can adjust the unmanned aircraft's height by 10 m (32 ft) up or down, if required. The software does not allowthe height to be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460ft)
.

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To release the Hold command, tap in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the height it was at before the Hold pattern began. It flies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the point that mapping paused. 

### Here Use the button when the unmanned aircraft must be removed from the general area of mapping and you want to have it within close sight. When you tap , the unmanned aircraft immediately flies to the location ofthe ground control station (GCS) orthe last known location and orbits there at the cruise flight height in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. When in the Here pattern, you can adjust the unmanned aircraft's height by 10 m (32 ft) up or down, if required. The software does not allowthe height to be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460ft)
. To release the Here command, tap in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the height it was at before the Here pattern began. It flies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the point that mapping paused. 

### Right Use the button when you want to move the unmanned aircraft away from its current position but have it close to its current location. When you tap , the unmanned aircraft flies 300 m (984ft) to the right ofthe current heading and then orbits there at the cruise flight height in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. When in the Right pattern, you can adjust the unmanned aircraft's height by 10 m (32 ft) up or down, if required. The software does not allowthe height to be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460ft)
. To release the Right command, tap in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the height it was at before the Right pattern began. It flies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the point that mapping paused. 

### FTS Activate the Flight Termination System (FTS) when the UX5 must be removed from the air as quickly as possible. The button can be used during takeoff, cruise flight, and landing. To activate the FTS, tap and if prompted, confirm FTS activation in the message box on the map. Note – Ifyou do not tap in the message box, the UX5 continues theflight. Note – Confirmation is always required, except during takeoffwhen the UX5 isstillbelow25 m (82ft)
.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 854 Completing a Flight The unmanned aircraft immediately aborts the flight. During cruise flight, this involves:

1. The motor powers down and the speed lowers to 70 kph (43 mph)
. 2. The unmanned aircraft orbits down in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a height of 10 m (33 ft)
. 3. The unmanned aircraft levels its wings, slows, and glides to the ground. Ifyou activate FTS when the unmanned aircraft is at a height of less than 25 m (82 ft)
–that is, during takeoffor landing
–then the unmanned aircraft slows to 60 kph (37 mph) and flies downward in a straight line at the current heading until it glides to the ground. 

### Abort Note – The button is available onlyduring thefinalleg ofthe landing when the aircraft is more than 15 m (49ft) above ground. Make sure you consider the obstacle clearancesfor the Abort manoeuvre before you tap . For more information, see Obstacle clearancesforlanding, page 35
. Use the button to abort the landing. When you tap , the unmanned aircraft climbs to 75 m (246ft) in the direction ofthe landing heading and then turns to the landing entry point to start the landing circuit again. To land you must tap in the message box on the map again. 

## Dealing with a crash Acrash is an accident associated with the operation ofan aircraft in which:

l a person is fatally or seriously injured

l the aircraft sustains damage or structural failure

l the aircraft is missing or completely inaccessible Note –A landing on the intendedlandingsite that causes damage to the aircraft due to the landing surface cannot be seen as a crash.

1. Ifa crash occurs which causes injuries or death, you must: a. Contact the emergency services. b. Help where necessary, without risking your own life. c. Make a perimeter around the accident. Make sure no evidence disappears. d. Notify your civil aviation authority (CAA). 2. Ifa crash occurs which causes damage to another object: a. Contact the emergency services when necessary (for example, ifgas, electricity, or water supplies are affected).

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b. Contact the owners ofthe object that is hit. c. Notify your civil aviation authority. 3. Take pictures ofthe crash site. Download the data files from the GCS and send all data and pictures to yourTrimble distributor. 

# Landing the UX5

CAUTION – It is your responsibility to ensure the safety of the unmanned aircraft during landing. To do this you must:

– Have visual contact with the unmanned aircraft at all times.

– Observe the zone of operation for the unmanned aircraft and look out for other aerial objects.

– Ensure obstacle clearance.

– Locate the unmanned aircraft on the Tablet screen.

WARNING – Make sure there are no people or obstacles near the landing zone. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the rover. After passing the last waypoint on the scan lines, the UX5 terminates its flight plan and initiates a normal landing sequence. It flies at cruise height to the entry point which is located 300 m (984ft) from the landing location. It starts circling downward in 200 m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a height of75 m (246ft)
. It keeps circling in left or right circles, depending on the direction specified in the Aerial Imaging software, until you tap in the message box on the map. To complete the landing, tap in the message box on the map. The UX5 finishes its current circle until it reaches the intersection with the landing direction and then it starts the final leg ofthe landing.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 874 Completing a Flight The image below shows the linear landing circuit using a landing orientation set to right turns.



## Locating the UX5 after landing Ifthe UX5 has landed somewhere in the field and you are not able to visually locate it, you can track it using the tracking system receiver.

1. On the receiver, press and hold the On/Off key forthree seconds to power on the receiver. 2. Press the Menu/OK key to enterthe menu. 3. Select the transmitteryou want to track down using the Scan key and then press the Menu/OK key to confirm. 4. Fold out the four antennas on the receiver and then place the receiver on the palm ofyour hand, taking care not to touch any ofthe antennas. 5. Increase the gain as much as possible using the Increase key. 6. To pick up the first signal pulses, hold the receiver in front ofyou at high level and slowly turn 360°, scanning the horizon with the antenna. Tip – Make sure the internal antenna is selected. The range ofthe receiver is wider ifyou track from an elevation. Always hold the receiver in front ofyou so that the receiver can distinguish between incoming signals from the front and the back.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 884 Completing a Flight Each received signal pulse and its strength are shown on the transmitter bar/received signal strength indicator and indicated with an audible signal. 7. Scan the area to determine the direction with the highest signal strength. Ifthe signal strength is the same in all directions, reduce the gain using the Decrease key until the received signal strength is halfthe transmitter bar and then repeat the scan. 8. Followthe determined direction. Repeat the scan at intervals to verify the direction you need to head in to locate the UX5. Note – Ifyou experience difficultiesfinding the roverfollowing one direction, trydoing the scanfrom a different location andlocating the cross-section between the new andpreviouslyfounddirection. For more information on using the tracker system, referto the user documentation forthe trackertransmitter and receiver. 

# Completing the post-flight checklist

1. Afterthe UX5 has successfully landed, tap . 2. A message warns that the UX5 should be on the ground. Do one ofthe following:

l Ifthe UX5 is noton the ground, tap . You will return to the flight monitoring screen.

l Ifthe UX5 is on the ground, tap . The UX5 goes into standby mode and the post-flight checklist appears. 3. Remove the download port cap from the eBox and then attach the download cable to the eBox and the modem. 4. Click
. The software detects the cable connection and automatically starts downloading the log files from the eBoxto the Tablet. Note – Ifthere is an issue with the cable connection, the post- flight checklist returns to the previous screen. Detach and then reattach the cable and then click
. 5. When prompted, disconnect the download cable and then reattach the download port cap to the eBox. 6. When prompted, remove the camera from the unmanned aircraft. Trimble recommends deleting the test images taken on the ground from the SD card. Verify that the number of images taken during the flight are equal to the amount ofshutter commands recorded in the flight log. Ifyou have not deleted the test images from the SD card, there will be a mismatch between the number ofimages and the number ofshutter commands and you will need to correct this. For more information, see Exporting flight data for processing, page 94
. Note – Ifyou have imagesfrom more than oneflight on the camera, you mayneed to remove the SD cardfrom the camera, insert it into the Tablet, and then use Windows Explorer to navigate to the

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correctfolder on the SD card to view the number ofimages takenfor theflight. To do thisyou will needa USB to SD cardreader or an externalstorage device. For more information, see Locating yourequipment, page 60
. 7. Tap Finish to close the post-flight checklist and return to the Mission Planning screen. 

# Disassembling the launcher For safe disassembly ofthe launcher, referto the Trimble UX5 Launcher QuickStart Guide
.

1. Ifyou have not yet released the tension on the launcher cord, then do so now. To release the tension, release the force with the crank very gently while pulling the release handles in the front ofthe launcher upward. This is safest done with two people, with one person carefully winding the crank counter-clockwise to counteract the force on the elastics.

2. Remove the lock pin on the launch dock and detach the launcher cord. 3. Using the crank, tighten the launcher cord so that most ofthe cord is in the launch slide but the end remains out. Remove the crank. 4. Slide the launch dock offthe front ofthe launch slide. 5. To detach the V-support, turn the knob upward and then slide the pins out ofthe holes in the launch slide. Remove the lock pin on the V-support to fold the legs and then reinsert the lock pin.
CAUTION – Take care when folding the V-support legs not to jam or cut fingers. 6. Open the handle fixes on the launch slide and fold the launch slide. 7. Return the following items to the launcher bag:

l safety pin

l launch dock with lock pin

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l V-support

l crank

l launch slide with elastics For more information, see Locating your equipment, page 60
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# Analysis and Export

n Transferring the images
n Returning the project to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software
n Exporting flight data for processing

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# 5 CHAPTER5 Analysis and Export 

# Transferring the images Note – Ifyou already transferred the imagesfrom the camera to an externalstorage device in thefield, then transfer the imagesfrom that device to a location on the computer running the AerialImaging Desktop software, or to a networklocation. Ifyou have not already transferred the images from the camera:

1. When you return to the office, remove the SD card from the camera. 2. Insert the SD card into an office computer and then transferthe images from the SD card to a location on the computer or a network location. 3. Delete the images from the SD card. 4. Replace the SD card in the camera. Note – Because the camera has no electronic communication with the externallens, the image properties (exifdata) show a 0 valuefor the properties linked to the lens. These properties are: F-stop, focallength andmax. aperture. 

# Returning the project to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software Although you can use the Aerial Imaging software on the Trimble Tablet to analyze and export the flight data for processing, it will typically be done in the office using the Aerial Imaging Desktop software. To be able to do this you must export the project from the Aerial Imaging software on the Tablet and import it to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software. To export the project from the Aerial Imaging software on the Tablet:

1. In the Projects screen, select the project to export. 2. Click
. The Export wizard appears. 3. Select the GWTformat. Click Next
. 4. Navigate to the folder where you want to save the project. Ifthe Tablet cannot access a network folder, then insert a USB stick and then navigate to a folder on the USB stick. 5. Enterthe file name and then click Save
. The exported project is saved as a .gwt file in the folderyou selected. 6. Click Finish to close the Export wizard. To import the project to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software:

1. Start the Aerial Imaging Desktop software. 2. In theAerialImaging Home screen or Projects screen, tap .

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3. Navigate to the location ofthe .gwt file, select it and then tap Open
. The project you imported is listed in the Projects screen and the project thumbnail appears. 

# Exporting flight data for processing Note – You can exportflight datafrom the AerialImaging Desktop software, orfrom the AerialImaging software on the Trimble Tablet, ifyou have copied the images to the Tablet.

1. In the Projects screen, select the project to export flight data from. 2. Click
. The Exportwizard appears. 3. Select the format to export to:

l To process the flight data using Trimble Business Center software, select the .jxl option.

l To process the flight data using other processing software, select the .csv/.txt option. 4. Click Next
. 5. Select the flight to export and then select the folder where you have stored the images forthat flight. The summary at the bottom ofthe window shows you the number ofcamera triggers in the flight log file and the number ofimages in the selected image folder. Ifthese numbers do not correspond, you have the option to correct it using the Aerial Imaging software. For each scan line the software matches the shutter commands with the number of images. Note – Thefiles must be correctedbefore exporting to Trimble Business Center. Note – Ifthere are more than three images missing or more than three additionalimages (excluding test images or imagesfrom anotherflight), Trimble recommendsperforming theflight again. Ifthere are:

l Too many images, the automatic correction will delete test images or images from a previous flight. In any other case where scan lines have more images than shutter commands, the extra images are dropped at the end ofthe scan line, regardless ofwhere in the scan line the extra images occurred.

l Not enough images, where scan lines have more shutter commands than images, the extra shutter commands are dropped at the end ofthe scan line, regardless ofwhere in the scan line the extra shutter commands occurred. Note – Ifthe missing images are not due to obvious reasonssuch as a depletedcamera battery duringflight, an SD card with incorrectspecifications (see Locating yourequipment, page 60 ), or incorrect camera settings, contact your Trimble distributor. A message appears, showing the correction results. 6. Click Next
. 7. Enter a file name forthe exported flight data and then click Save
.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 945 Analysis and Export By default the exported file is stored in the same folder as the images forthe flight. This is required for processing .jxl files using Trimble Business Center. 8. Click Finish to close the Exportwizard.

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# Troubleshooting

n Errors and warnings
n Landing issues
n Aerial Imaging software issues
n eBox LED status
n Technical support

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# 6 CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting 

# Errors and warnings This topic describes error messages or warnings that may appear. Ifthe problem persists, contact yourTrimble distributor. 

## Low battery level

If the message appears Then... Pre-flight, before ARM Replace the battery with a fully charged battery and then redo the flight checklist. Pre-flight, afterARM 1. Disarm the UX5 via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UX5 by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 2. Replace the battery with a fully charged battery and then redo the flight checklist. In-flight Ifthe landing location is not too farfrom the location ofthe UX5 and the battery level is not too low, tap the button. Otherwise, tap the button. 

## Loss of GPS lock

If the message appears Then... Pre-flight, before ARM You will not be able to ARM the UX5. 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. Pre-flight, afterARM 1. Disarm the UX5 via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UX5 by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 2. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 3. Redo the checklist. In-flight The automatic failsafe mechanism is activated. See Failsafes during flight, page 80
.

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## Communication loss

If the message appears Then... Pre-flight, before ARM You will not be able to ARM the UX5. 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. Pre-flight, afterARM 1. Disarm the UX5 via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UX5 by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 2. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 3. Redo the checklist. In-flight The automatic failsafe mechanism is activated. See Failsafes during flight, page 80
. 

## Camera errors

Issue Solution The camera is taking a picture every 20to 25 seconds. 1. Abort the checklist. 2. Disconnect the UX5 battery. 3. Restart the checklist. 

## eBox errors There are two types ofeBox errors that can occur:

l Autopilot errors

l Miscellaneous eBox errors The appropriate action to take depends on the stage ofthe flight that the error occurs. For more information, see:

l Taking action when an Autopilot error occurs, page 102

l Taking action when an eBox error occurs, page 102

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### Autopilot error message types The table below explains the types ofautopilot errorthat can occur.

Code Description 2 There is an airspeed sensor hardware problem. 3 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 4 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 9 There is a pitch gyro sensor hardware problem. 11 There is a roll gyro sensor hardware problem. 13 There is a yawgyro sensor hardware problem. 16 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 17 There is an invalid command in the flight plan. 18 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 19 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 20 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 21 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 22 There is a gyro sensor hardware problem. 23 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem. 25 The aircraft has flown past the 300 km limit. 26 The flight plan contains a waypoint that is outside ofthe geofence; orthe aircraft has flown outside ofthe geofence. 35 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 36 There is a gyro sensor hardware problem. 37 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 38 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 39 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 40 There is an autopilot configuration problem.

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Code Description 41 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 42 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 43 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 44 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 45 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 46 The flight plan contains a waypoint that exceeds the maximum allowed distance from the takeoff location. 47 The aircraft is close to the 300 km limit. 49 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 50 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 51 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 52 There is a GPS receiver hardware problem. 53 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 55 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 56 There is an autopilot hardware problem. 57 There is an autopilot hardware problem. 58 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem. 59 There is a GPS receiver hardware problem. 60 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 61 There is an airspeed sensor hardware problem. 63 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 64 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 65 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 66 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 67 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 68 There is an autopilot configuration problem.

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Code Description 69 There is an autopilot hardware problem. 71 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem. 72 There are multiple errors. 73 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 74 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 77 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 78 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 79 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 80 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem. 81 There is an invalid command in the flight plan. 84 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 85 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 86 The aircraft is above the maximum altitude limit. 87 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 88 The flight plan contains a waypoint that is above the maximum allowed altitude from the takeoff location. 89 The flight plan contains a waypoint that is outside ofthe geofence. 90 There is a pitch gyro sensor hardware problem. 91 There is a roll gyro sensor hardware problem. 92 There is a yawgyro sensor hardware problem. 93 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem. 94 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem. 95 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem.

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### Taking action when an Autopilot error occurs

If the message appears Then... Pre-flight, before ARM You will not be able to ARM the UX5. 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. Pre-flight, afterARM 1. Disarm the UX5 via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UX5 by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 2. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 3. Redo the checklist. In-flight Ifthe landing location is not too farfrom the location ofthe UX5 and the battery level is not too low, , tap the button. Otherwise, tap the button. 

### Taking action when an eBox error occurs Miscellaneous eBox errors include eBox altitude pressure sensor errors.

If the message appears Then... Pre-flight, before ARM You will not be able to ARM the UX5. 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. Pre-flight, afterARM 1. Disarm the UX5 via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UX5 by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 2. Disconnect and then reconnect the battery to restart the eBox. 3. Redo the checklist. In-flight Always use . 

# Landing issues Ifthe unmanned aircraft does not automatically power offthe motor after landing, Trimble recommends manually powering offthe motor as soon as possible to avoid motor damage. To manually power offthe UX5, tap the

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button in the Aerial Imaging software. Ifthat does not work, press and hold the Mode button on the eBox until the LED flashes three times
. WARNING – Always take care to avoid contact with the propeller blades. Contact with moving propeller blades can result in serious personal injury. 

# Aerial Imaging software issues Ifthe Aerial Imaging software on the GCS freezes or crashes when the UX5 is in the air, see Aerial Imaging software freezes or crashes, page 1
. Ifthe software crashes, a crash dump file is automatically created. You are prompted to select the crash dump location and you can then send the file to Trimble Technical Support.

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# eBox LED status The diagram below shows the status ofthe LEDs on the eBox.



# Technical support Ifyou have an issue and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation, contact yourTrimble distributor.

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# Specifications and Settings

n UX5 specifications
n Camera specifications
n Camera settings
n Battery charger settings

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# 7 CHAPTER7 Specifications and Settings 

# UX5 specifications The UX5 aerial imaging rover has the following specifications: 

## Power/battery

Feature Specification Battery type Lithium polymer Nominal energy capacity 6000 mAh Nominal voltage 14.8 V Battery charger settings for charging:

– Maximum current

–Voltage 6A 16.8 V+/- 0.03 V Battery charger settings for discharging:

– Maximum current

–Cut-offvoltage 40A 9 V Battery charging time Maximum 2 hours iffully discharged. 

## Height

Feature Specification Minimum flight height 75 m (246ft) Maximum flight height 750 m (2460ft) Maximum operational ceiling (recommended) 5000 m (16,400ft) Note – UX5 not testedabove 2500 m (8202ft)

.

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## Dimensions

Feature Specification Maximum takeoffweight (MTOW) 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) Wing span 100 cm (39.3 ") Length 65 cm (25.6 ") Height 10.5 cm (4.1 ")

CAUTION – Any deviation leading to a different maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) must be approved by Trimble. 

# Camera specifications The camera has the following specifications:

Feature Specification (Sony a5100) Specification (Sony NEX-5) Effective pixels 23.4 megapixels 16.1 megapixels Image sensor APS-C 23.5 x 15.6 mm (0.93 x 0.61") CMOS APS-C 23.5 x 15.6 mm (0.93 x 0.61") CMOS Focal length 15 mm (0.6") 15 mm (0.6") F-aperture 4.5
- 22 4.5
- 22 Shutter speed 1/4000

–60 1/4000

–30 ISO sensitivity ISO 100
– 25600 equivalent ISO 100
– 25600 equivalent Display 7.5 cm (3") 7.5 cm (3") Dimensions (width x height x depth) 109.6 x 62.8 x 35.7 mm (4.31 x 2.47 x 1.41 ") 110.8 x 58.8 x 32.5 mm (4.36 x 2.31 x 1.28 ") Weight 224g (0.49 lb) body only 218 g (0.48 lb) body only Battery charging time Approximately 310 minutes when fully discharged Approximately 280 minutes when fully discharged

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# Camera settings The camera arrives with the appropriate settings required to obtain good aerial images set by Trimble. These settings are listed below. Note the following:

l Settings that are greyed out in the camera menus cannot be selected and so are not listed here.

l Avalue of"–" in the tables below indicates that the value forthat setting is not set and is not required. 

## Sony a5100 camera Menu settings
Camera settings Setting Value 1 Shoot Mode Shutter Priority Image Size L:24M Aspect Ratio 3:2 Quality Fine 2 Movie File Format AVCHD Movie Record Settings 50i 17M (FH) Dual Video REC Off Drive Mode Single Shooting Flash Mode Fill-flash 3 Flash Comp. ± 0.0 Red Eye Reduction Off Focus Area Center AF Illuminator Off 4 Exposure Comp. ± 0.0 ISO ISO AUTO

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1087 Specifications and Settings Setting Value 5 Metering Mode Multi White Balance Auto DRO/Auto-HDR D-Range Opt.
-AUTO Creative Style Standard Picture Effect Off 6 Focus Magnifier
– High ISO NR Normal Smile/Face Detect. Off 7 Soft Skin Effect Off Color Space sRGB 8 Video Auto SlowShutter Off Audio Recording Off Wind Noise Reduct. Off Shooting Tip List
–

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### Custom settings

Setting Value 1 Zebra Off MF Assist Off Focus Magnif. Time No limit Grid Line Diag + square grid Movie Marker Display Off Movie Marker Settings Center Aspect Safety zone Guide frame Off Off Off Off 2 Auto Review Off DISP Button Display all info Peaking Level High Peaking Color Red Exposure Set. Guide Off 3 Live View Display Setting effect ON Disp. Cont. AF Area Off Zoom Setting Optical zoom only Release w/o lens Enable AELw/ shutter Off

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1107 Specifications and Settings Setting Value 4 Self portrait/

-timer Off Exp. Comp. Set. Ambient only Face Registration
– AF Micro Adj. AF Adjustment Set. Clear Off

– 5 Lens Comp. Shading Comp. Chro. Aber. Comp. Distortion Comp. Off Off Off Custom Key Settings Center Button Change all items to "Not set" EXCEPT Focus Magnifier
MOVIE Button Movie mode only


### Wireless Setting Value Airplane Mode On 

### Application There are no relevant settings set in theApplication menu. 

### Playback Setting Value Display Rotation Off

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### Setup

Setting Value 1 Monitor Brightness Manual Audio Signals Off Tile Menu Off Delete Confirm. "Cancel" first 2 Power Save Start Time 30 mins PAS/NTSC Selector
– Touch Operation Off HDMI Settings HDMI Resolution HDMI Info. Display CTRL FOR HDMI Auto Off Off 3 USB Connection Auto USB LUN Setting Multi Language English Date/Time Setup Set the correct date and time foryour location and the format used by your organization. Area Setting Set the correct area foryour location. 4 Format – File Number Series Folder name Date form 5 Version
– Setting Reset –

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## Sony NEX-5 camera Lens settings Setting Value Aperture ring f/4.5 Focus ring 3+ m Note – This isset andcalibratedby the manufacturer andmust not change. Foryour reference, thisposition corresponds with the white dot appearing below the right edge ofthe red0 in the 10ft mark. 

### Menu settings Shoot Mode

Setting Value Shoot Mode S (Shutter priority) 1/1000 or above 

### Camera

Setting Value Drive Mode Remote Cdr. Flash Mode
– AF/MF Select
– Autofocus Area
– Autofocus Mode
– Touch Shutter
– Object Tracking / Tracking Focus –
Zoom – Face Detection Off Face Registration
–

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– LCD Display Display All Info DISP Button Enable the following:

l Display All Info

l Big Font Size Disp

l Histogram 

### Image Size

Setting Value Image Size L:16M Aspect Ratio 3:2 Quality Fine Movie File Format NEX 5R: N/A NEX 5T: AVCHD Movie Record Setting NEX 5R: N/A NEX 5T: 25p 17M (FH) 

### Brightness/Color

Setting Value Exposure Compensation ± 0.0 Forthe NIR camera: + 1.0 with the UV HAZE (orange)filter + 2.0 with the NIR (black) filter ISO Auto White Balance Auto WB Forthe NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1147 Specifications and Settings Setting Value Setting brightness/color settings forthe NIR camera , page 57 Metering Mode Multi DRO/Auto HDR D-Range Optimizer Picture Effect Off Creative Style Standard 

### Playback There are no relevant settings set in the Playback menu. 

### Application There are no relevant settings set in theApplication menu. 

### Setup Shooting settings

Setting Value AELwith shutter On AF Illuminator Off Live View Display Setting Effect On Auto Review Off Grid Line Off Peaking Level Mid Peaking Color Red Clear Image Zoom Off Digital Zoom Off Self-portrait Self-timer Off MF Assist On MF Assist Time 2 Sec Color Space sRGB

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1157 Specifications and Settings Setting Value Release without Lens Enable Front Curtain Shutter Off Long Exposure NR Off High ISO NR Normal Lens Comp.:Shading Auto Lens Comp.: Chromatic Aberation Auto Lens Comp.: Distortion Auto Auto SlowShutter Off Movie Audio Rec. On Wind Noise Reduction On AF Micro Adjustment
– Main settings

Setting Value Menu Start NEX 5R: Top NEX 5T: Previous Function Menu Settings
– MOVIE Button Off Custom Key Settings
– Touch Operation Off Beep Off Language English Date/Time Setup Set the correct date and time foryour location and the format used by your organization. Area Setting Set the correct area foryour location. Help Guide Display Off Power Save Standard

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1167 Specifications and Settings Setting Value Power Saving Start Time 30 min LCD Brightness Manual Display Color White Wide Image Normal Playback Display Manual Rotate HDMI Resolution Auto CTRLfor HDMI On USB Connection Auto Cleaning Mode – (Click to clean the sensor.) Version – (Click to see the camera and lens version.) Initialize – (Click to reset settings.) Memory card tool

Setting Value Format – (Click to format a card.) File Number Series Folder Name Date Form New Folder – (Click to create a folder.) Recover Image DB – (Click to recoverthe image database.) Display Card Space – Click to view card space usage.)

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Networksettings

Setting Value Access Point Settings
– Edit Device Name – Display MAC Address – (Click to viewthe MAC address.) Reset View on Smartphone/ SSID/PW Reset – NEX 5R: (Click to reset the remote view.) NEX 5T: (Click to execute smartphone connection SSID and password reset.) Reset Network Settings – (Click to reset the network settings.) Airplane Mode (NEX 5T only) On

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# Battery charger settings When the charger power on, it displays the following parameters forthe battery:

l LiPo manual

l C:5.0A 6000mAh
WARNING – Always check that the settings on the charger are correct before charging the battery. Incorrect charger settings may result in damage to the battery, severe burning and fire hazards. Ifthe settings are incorrect, correct them using the steps below:

1. To change the battery type, press and hold the Prog/Mode key fortwo seconds. Repeat the button press until the charger screen shows “LiPo manual” or “LiIo manual” or “LiFe manual”. 2. Briefly press the Prog/Mode key (for less than two seconds). 3. To change the lithium type, press the DEC or INC key until the lithium type is set to “LiPo”. 4. To change the voltage per cell, press the Enter/Start key and then press the DECor INC key until the voltage is set to “4.20V/C”. 5. Briefly press the Prog/Mode key (for less than two seconds). 6. In the main screen, the “C:x.xA” entry is blinking. Press the DECor INC key until it shows "5.0". 7. To change the battery capacity, press the Enter/Start key and then press the DEC or INC key until the battery capacity is set to "6000mAh". Your charger is now set and should show:

l LiPo manual

l C:5.0A 6000mAh 

# UX5 battery safety The following information has been provided by the manufacturer ofthe UX5 battery. You should familiarize yourselfwith the information in this section so that you know howto look afterthe battery and can take fast, appropriate safety action if required. This section contains the following:

l Hazards identification, page 120

l First aid measures, page 122

l Fire fighting measures, page 122

l Accidental release measures, page 123

l Handling and storage, page 123

l Exposure controls and personal protection, page 125

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l Physical and chemical properties, page 125

l Stability and reactivity, page 125

l Toxicological information, page 126

l Disposal considerations, page 126

l Transportation information, page 126 

## Hazards identification Emergency overview

l Do not open or disassemble.

l Do not expose to fire or open flame.

l Do not mixwith batteries ofvarying sizes, chemistries ortypes.

l Do not puncture, deform incinerate or heat above 85 °C (185°F)
. 

### Potential health effects The materials contained in this battery may only represent a hazard ifthe integrity ofthe battery is compromised or ifthe battery is physically or electrically abused. (1) Physical: The Lithium ion polymer rechargeable batteries described in this Material Safety Data Sheet are sealed units which are not hazardous when used according to the recommendations ofthe Manufacturer. Under normal conditions of use, the solid electrode materials and liquid electrolyte they contain are non-reactive provided the battery integrity is maintained and seals remain intact. Risk ofexposure is only in case ofabuse (mechanical, thermal, electrical) leading to the activation of safety valves and/orthe rupture ofthe battery containers. Electrolyte leakage, electrode materials reaction with moisture/water or battery vent/explosion/fire may follow, depending upon the circumstances. (2) Chemical: Classification ofdangerous substances contained into the product as per directive 67/548/EEC:
Substance Melting point Boiling point Classification CAS no. Chemical symbol Exposure limit Indication of danger Special risk (1) Safety advice (2) 473894-38-1 182442-95-1 LiCoO2 LiMnNiCoO2 >1000 °C N/A 0.1mg/m3 as Co 1.0mg/m3 as Ni R22 R43 S2 S22 S24 S26 S36

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OSHA EC: 96-49-1 EMC: 623-53-0 Organic solvents (EC– EMC) EC: 38 °C (100 °F) EMC: 4 °C (39 °F) EC: 243 °C (469 °F) EMC: 90 °C (194 °F) None established OSHA Flammable R21 R22 R41 R42/43 S2 S24 S26 S35 S37 S45

21324-40-3 LiPF6 N/A (decomposes at 160 °C (320 °F)) N/A None established OSHA Irritant Corrosive R14 R21 R22 R41 R43 S2 S8 S22 S24 S26 S36 S37 S45
(1)
– Nature ofspecial risks:

R14 Reacts with water R21 Harmful in contact with skin R22 Harmful ifswallowed R41 Risk ofserious damage to the eye R42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact (2)
–Safety advice:

S2 Keep out of reach from children S8 Keep away from moisture S22 Do not breathe dust S24 Avoid contact with skin S26 In case ofcontact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty ofwater and seek medical Protective clothing S36 Wear suitable protective clothing S37 Wear suitable gloves

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## First aid measures In case of battery rupture or explosion, evacuate personnel from contaminated area and provide maximum ventilation to clear out fumes/gases. In all cases wherefirst aid is applied, seek medical attention. Eye contact

l Flush with plenty ofwater (eyelids held open) for at least 15 minutes. Skin contact

l Remove all contaminated clothing and flush affected areas with plenty ofwater and soap for at least 15 minutes.

l Do not apply greases or ointments. Ingestion

l Dilute by giving plenty ofwater and get immediate medical attention.

l Make sure that the victim does not aspirate vomited material by use of positional drainage.

l Make sure that mucus does not obstruct the airway.

l Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Inhalation

l Remove to fresh air and ventilate the contaminated area.

l Give oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. 

## Fire fighting measures Fire and explosion hazard The battery can leak and/or spout vaporized or decomposed and combustible electrolyte fumes in case ofexposure above 70°C (158°F) resulting from inappropriate use orthe environment. Cells or batteries may flame or leak potentially hazardous organic vapors ifexposed to excessive heat orfire. Fire, excessive heat, or overvoltage conditions may produce hazardous decomposition products. Damaged or opened cells or batteries can result in rapid heating and the release offlammable vapors. Vapors may be heavierthan air and may travel along the ground or be moved by ventilation to an ignition source and flash back Fire, excessive heat, or overvoltage conditions may produce hazardous decomposition products.

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Use a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus if batteries are involved in a fire. Full protective clothing is necessary. During water application, caution is advised as burning pieces of flammable particles may be ejected from the fire. 

### Extinguishing media Suitable: CO2 Dry chemical orfoam extinguishers Not to be used: Type D extinguishers 

### Special exposure hazards Following cell overheating due to external source or due to improper use, electrolyte leakage or battery container rupture may occur and release inner component/material in the environment.

Eye contact: The electrolyte solution contained in the battery is irritant to oculartissues.
Skin contact: The electrolyte solution contained in the battery causes skin irritation. Ingestion: The ingestion ofelectrolyte solution causes tissue damage to throat and gastro/respiratory tract. Inhalation: Contents ofa leaking or ruptured battery can cause respiratory tract, mucus, membrane irritation and edema. 

### Special protective equipment Use self-contained breathing apparatus to avoid breathing irritant fumes. Wear protective clothing and avoid body contact with electrolyte solution. 

## Accidental release measures The material contained within the batteries would only be expelled under abusive conditions. Using shovel or broom, cover battery or spilled substances with dry sand orvermiculite, place in approved container (after cooling if necessary) and dispose in accordance with local regulations. 

## Handling and storage The batteries should not be opened, destroyed or incinerated since they may leak or rupture and release in the environment the ingredients they contain.

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### Handling Batteries are designed to be recharged. However, improperly charging a cell or battery may cause the cell or battery to flame. Use only approved chargers and procedures. Never disassemble a battery or bypass any safety device. Do not crush, pierce, short (+) and (-) battery terminals with conductive (i.e. metal) goods. Do not directly heat or solder. Do not throw into fire. Do not mix batteries ofdifferent types and brands. Do not mix new and used batteries. Keep batteries in non conductive (i.e. plastic) trays. 

### Storage Do not store batteries above 60°C (140°F) or below

-20°C (-4°F)
. Store batteries in a cool (below 30°C/86°F)), dry area that is subject to little temperature change. Elevated temperatures can result in reduced battery service life. Battery exposure to temperatures in excess of 130°C (266°F) will result in the battery venting flammable liquid and gases. Batteries should be separated from other materials and stored in a noncombustible, well ventilated, sprinkler-protected structure with sufficient clearance between walls and battery stacks. Do not store batteries in a mannerthat allows terminals to short circuit. Extended short-circuiting creates high temperatures in the cell. High temperatures can cause burns in skin or cause the cell to flame. Avoid reversing battery polarity within the battery assembly. To do so may cause cell to flame orto leak. Do not place batteries near heating equipment, nor expose to direct sunlight for long periods. 

### Other Follow manufacturers recommendations regarding maximum recommended currents and operating temperature range. Applying pressure on deforming the battery may lead to disassembly followed by eye, skin and throat irritation.

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## Exposure controls and personal protection No engineering controls are required for handing batteries that have not been damaged.

Respiratory protection: Notnecessary undernormaluse. In case of battery rupture, use selfcontained full-face respiratory equipment. Hand protection: Notnecessary undernormaluse. Use gloves if handling a leaking or ruptured battery. Eye protection: Notnecessary undernormaluse. Wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields if handling a leaking or ruptured battery. Skin protection: Notnecessary undernormaluse. Use rubber protective working in case of handling ofa ruptured battery. 

## Physical and chemical properties Temperature range: Continuous Occasional

In storage +30°C (86°F) max. -20to +60°C (-4to +140°F) During discharge

-20to +60°C (-4to +140°F)

-20to +60°C (-4to +140°F) During charge 0to +45 °C (+32 to 113 °F) 0to +45 °C (+32 to 113 °F) 

## Stability and reactivity Conditions to avoid Heat above 60°C (140°F) or incineration. Deform, mutilate, crush, pierce, disassemble Short circuit Prolonged exposure to humid conditions. 

### Materials to avoid N/A

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### Hazardous decomposition products Fire, excessive heat, or overvoltage conditions may produce hazardous decomposition products. 

## Toxicological information

1. Irritancy: The electrolytes contained in this battery can irritate eyes with any contact. Prolonged contact with the skin or mucous membranes may cause irritation. 2. Sensitization: No information is available at this time. 3. Carcinogenicity: No information is available at this time. 4. Reproductive toxicity: No information is available at this time. 5. Teratogenicity: No information is available at this time. 6. Mutagenicity: No information is available at this time. 

## Disposal considerations Dispose in accordance with applicable regulations which vary from country to country. (In most countries, the trashing of used batteries is forbidden and the end-users are invited to dispose them properly, eventually through not-for-profit profit organizations, mandated by local government or organized on a voluntary basis by professionals). Batteries should be completely discharged priorto disposal and / orthe terminals taped or capped to prevent short circuit. When completely discharged it is not considered hazardous. This product does not contain any materials listed by the United Stated EPAas requiring specific waste disposal requirements. These are exempted from the hazardous waste disposal standards under Universal Waste Regulations. Disposal of large quantities of Lithium-lon batteries or cells may be subject to Federal, State, or Local regulations. Consult your local, state and provincial regulations regarding disposal ofthese batteries. 

## Transportation information United Nations UN No.: 3480 Classification: No Individual Lithium-polymer cells and battery packs with respectively not more than 20Wh (Cell) and 100Wh (Battery) ofwatt-hours are not restricted for transport. (5.0Ah of Nominal Capacity: 5.0Ah x 3.7V = 18.5Wh) 

### Packing Packing Instructions 965 forAirTransport
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IMDG for Sea Transport 

### International conventions Air IATAYes Sea IMDG Yes Land ADR (road) Yes RID (Rail) Yes 

### Other In the USA Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR Ch. 1 § 173-185) 

### Special packaging information Cells and batteries must be packed in inner packaging that completely encloses the cell or battery. Cells and batteries must be protected to avoid short circuits. Each package must be capable ofwithstanding a 1.2 m (4ft) drop test in any orientation without:

1. Damage to cells or batteries contained within the packaging; 2. Shifting ofthe contents allowing battery to battery contact; and 3. Release ofcontents.

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### Special shipping information This battery has been tested to Section 38.3 of‘UN Manual ofTests and Criteria’. The amount of Lithium contained in these batteries is belowthe limits set by the DOT in Section 49CFR173 and IATA. These can be shipped with the following label:

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# A APPENDIX



# Country-Specific Regulatory Information

n FAAconditions and limitations of operation
n French airspace requirementsA Country-Specific Regulatory Information 

# FAA conditions and limitations of operation The United States ofAmerica Department ofTransportation Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) has granted Exemption No. 11110for operation ofTrimble unmanned aviation systems forthe purpose of precision aerial surveys in the United States. Failure to comply with any of the conditions and limitations of this grant of exemption will be grounds for the immediate suspension or rescission of this exemption. The conditions and limitations ofthis grant ofexemption are as follows:

1. Operations authorized by this grant ofexemption are limited to the following aircraft described in the operator’s manual which is a fixed-wing aircraft weighing less than 6 pounds: Trimble Navigation Limited UX5 UAS. Proposed operations ofany other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this grant. 2. The UA may not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 74.5 knots. 3. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 400feet above ground level (AGL), as indicated by the procedures specified in the operator’s manual. All altitudes reported to ATC must be in feet AGL. 4. The UA must be operated within visual line ofsight (VLOS) ofthe PIC at all times. This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device otherthan corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC’s FAA-issued airman medical certificate. 5. All operations must utilize a visual observer (VO). The VO may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS capability. The VO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times. The PIC must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation forthe duration ofthe flight. The PIC must ensure that the VO can perform the functions prescribed in the operator’s manual. 6. Provided the additional requirements identified in these conditions and limitations are added or amended, the operator’s manual is considered acceptable to the FAA. The operator’s manual and this grant ofexemption must be maintained and made available to the Administrator upon request. Ifa discrepancy exists between the conditions and limitations in this exemption and the procedures outlined in the operator’s manual, the conditions and limitations herein take precedence and must be followed. Otherwise, the operator must follow the procedures as outlined in its operator’s manual. The operator may update or revise its operator’s manual. It is the operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised documents to the Administrator upon request. The operator must also present updated and revised documents ifit petitions for an extension or amendment ofthis exemption. Ifthe operator determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAAgranted this exemption, then the operator must petition for amendment to its exemption. The FAA’s UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) may be contacted ifquestions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operator’s manual. 7. Priorto each flight the PIC must inspect the UAS to ensure it is in a condition for safe flight. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation ofthe UAS, the aircraft is

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 130A Country-Specific Regulatory Information prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight. The Ground Control Station must be included in the preflight inspection. All maintenance and alterations must be properly documented in the aircraft records. 8. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS operation orflight characteristics, e.g. replacement ofa flight critical component, must undergo a functional test flight in accordance with the operator’s manual. The PIC who conducts the functional test flight must make an entry in the UAS aircraft records ofthe flight. The requirements and procedures for a functional test flight and aircraft record entry must be added to the operator’s manual. 9. The preflight inspection section in the operator’s manual must be amended to include the following requirement: The preflight inspection must account for all discrepancies, i.e. inoperable components, items, or equipment, not covered in the relevant preflight inspection sections ofthe operator’s manual. 10. The operator must followthe manufacturer’s UAS aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements, with particular attention to flight critical components that may not be addressed in the manufacturer’s manuals. 11. Trimble must carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping requirements in accordance with the operator’s manual. Maintenance, inspection, and alterations must be noted in the aircraft logbook, including total flight hours, description ofwork accomplished, and the signature ofthe authorized UX5 technician returning the UX5 to service. 12. UX5 technicians must receive and document training referenced in the operator’s manual. 13. Each UAS operated underthis exemption must comply with all manufacturer System and Safety Bulletins. 14. Trimble UX5 maintenance personnel must make a record entry in the UAS logbook or equivalent document ofthe corrective action taken against discrepancies discovered between inspections. 15. The PIC must possess at least a private pilot certificate and a third-class airman medical certificate. The PIC must also meet the flight review requirements specified in 14 CFR 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate. 16. Priorto operating for hire, the PIC must have completed Trimble’s five-day UX5 Training Syllabus as outlined in the Safety Checklist. The Training Manual must also be updated to reflect the specific five day Training Syllabus presented by Trimble. The Training Manual specifies the minimum flight and skill requirements forthe Remote Pilot, Instructor Pilot and Examiner. Those Manuals and records ofthose requirements must be documented and made available upon request by the Administrator. Those minimum flight requirements are repeated here as conditions and limitations: Remote pilot [PIC]

l Minimum 2 flights on the UX5 as a remote pilot during the Type Rating module

l Minimum 2 flights on the UX5 as visual observer during the Type Rating module

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l When failed:Minimum 4flights on the UX5 forthe failed part Instructor pilot

l A minimum of25 flights and 4 hours where:

l The flights occurred on 4 different calendar days.

l Two long endurance flights that last nearthe maximum permissible endurance (40 min for operations conducted underthis exemption) or have a minimum duration of 45 min for previously logged flights orflights not conducted underthis exemption (per the Trimble operation’s manual).

l One flight with a minimum measured wind speed of30 kph (18.64mph). Ifthe wind speed cannot be measured, you can provide prooffrom METAR as close as 25km from the weather station.

l One flight with a minimum programmed leg distance of 1 km (if possible by CAA regulations, otherwise as long as possible.)

l 11 flights with a different selected height where:

l 2 flights are at the minimum height

l 2 flights are at the maximum allowable height Examiner

l 100flights and 20 hours (regardless ofaircraft type) or as approved by a team of examiners. Prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations may satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, and experience-building flights can also be conducted underthis grant ofexemption to accomplish the required flights and flight time. 17. Ifthe UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA must return to a predetermined location within the private or controlled-access property and land or be recovered in accordance with the operator’s manual. 18. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies in accordance with the operator’s manual. 19. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a UX5 flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough powerto fly to the first point ofintended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly afterthat for at least 10 minutes. 20. The operator must obtain an AirTraffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate ofWaiver or Authorization (COA) priorto conducting any operations underthis grant ofexemption. This COAwill also require the operatorto request a Notice to Airman (NOTAM) not more than 72 hours in advance, but not less than 48 hours priorto the operation. 21. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption must be identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification (N-Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings must be as large as practicable.

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22. Before conducting operations, the radio frequency spectrum used for operation and control of the UA must comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements. 23. The documents required under 14 CFR 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the PIC at the Ground Control Station ofthe UAS any time the aircraft is operating. These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. 24. The UA must remain clear and yield the right ofway to all other manned operations and activities at all times (including, but not limited to, ultralight vehicles, parachute activities, parasailing activities, hang gliders, etc.). 25. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device orvehicle. 26. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR 1.1. 27. All operations shall be conducted in Class G airspace. 28. All operations must be conducted undervisual meteorological conditions (VMC). The UA may not be operated less than 500feet below or less than 2,000feet horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC. 29. During operations in Class G airspace, the UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles ofthe geographic center ofan airport as denoted on a current FAA-published aeronautical chart unless a letter ofagreement with that airport’s management is obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a NOTAM as required by the operator’s COA. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available to the Administrator upon request. 30. The UA may not be operated over congested or densely populated areas. These areas include but are not limited to the yellow areas depicted on World Aeronautical Charts (WAC), Sectional Aeronautical Charts (Sectionals), orTerminal Area Charts (TAC). However, aeronautical charts may not reflect pertinent local information. Ultimately, it is the PIC’s responsibility to maintain the minimum safe altitudes required by § 91.119. 31. Operation ofthe UA must be conducted at least 500feet from all nonparticipating persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures. 32. Operations ofthe UA may be conducted at distances less than 500feet from participating persons, vessels, vehicles or structures that perform an essential function in connection with these special purpose operations. Operations closerthan 500feet from the PIC, VO, operator trainees and essential persons, are permitted when operationally necessary; but never so close as to present an undue hazard, per § 91.119(a). 33. Operations ofthe UA may be conducted at distances less than 500feet from unoccupied vessels, vehicles or structures owned by the land owner/controller when the land owner/controller grants such permission and the PIC makes a safety assessment ofthe risk from operations closerto these objects.

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34. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property with permission from the land owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from land owner/controller or authorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted. 35. Any incident, accident, orflight operation that transgresses the lateral orvertical boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA must be reported to the FAA’s UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov
. Unless otherwise specified in the list ofconditions and limitations above, the unmanned aircraft system (UAS), pilot in command (PIC), and operator must comply with all applicable parts ofTitle 14, Code of Regulations (14 CFR) including, but not limited to, parts 45, 47, 61, and 91.

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# French airspace requirements For operations in French airspace according to S2+, Trimble recommends a protection zone additional to the Trimble UX5 operation zone within any radius, regardless ofthe wind direction and wind speed. Forthe following diagram: x= cruise height y = radius ofoperation zone (maximum 1000 m) z = width of protection zone

Cruise height (AGL) Width of protection zone (minimum) 100 m (328ft) 200 m (656ft) 150 m (492 ft) 250 m (820ft) 200 m (656ft) 300 m (984ft)

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# Glossary

aerial imaging rover The UX5 aerial imaging rover is a type of unmanned aircraft specifically designed for aerial photogrammetry. aerial photo station An aerial photo station is created each time an aerial photo is taken during a flight. It defines a point and includes raw sensorvalues (orientation and tilt), coordinate data, and an image. aeronautical information publication A manual containing thorough details of regulations, procedures and other information pertinent to flying aircraft in the particular country to which it relates. It is usually issued by or on behalfofthe respective civil aviation administration. AIP See aeronautical information publication
. avoidance zone Avoidance zones are used in the mission map to indicate areas that the unmanned aircraft must not fly over, such as airports and forbidden airspace. block Contained within a mission, a block is intended to cover a single polygonal area on the earth's surface. A mission contains one or more blocks. A block is defined by a flight plan. CAA Civil Aviation Authority.
cross wind Awind that blows from a sideways direction. elevon The movable flap on the back edge ofeach wing. The elevons move up and down to create uneven lift, which controls the aircraft's rolling and banking movement. flight The motion ofthe aircraft through the earth's atmosphere. The main part ofthe flight records aerial photo station images ofone or more blocks. One flight can stretch over multiple blocks, depending on the area parameters. flight plan Aset of parameters that defines the properflight path the unmanned aircraft must follow during a single flight. Parameters include the desired altitude ofthe side image overlap. A mission can include one or more blocks, each ofwhich is defined by a flight plan. flight strategy Pre-defined sequence offlight lines that can be set per block. GCP See ground control point
. GCS See ground control station
.

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 136Glossary georeference The act of positioning an object at its true location (using two or more coordinates) in 2D or 3D space. Georeferencing is used, for example, to position an aerial photograph accurately in relation to other objects in a project. georeferenced image A photo taken from a ground- or aerial-based station that includes overlaid point coordinate data. See also georeference

. ground control point An accurately surveyed coordinate location for a physical feature that can be identified on the ground and is used to georeference images. ground control station The ground control station (GCS) is used to control the unmanned aircraft from the ground. It comprises the Trimble Tablet running the Trimble Aerial Imaging software. A modem is connected to the Tablet to enable radio communication to the aerial imaging rover. Although the unmanned aircraft flies following a preprogrammed flight plan, you need the GCS to manage the unmanned aircraft before, during, and afterthe flight. ground sample distance In the Aerial Imaging software, the ground sample distance (GSD) is the distance on the ground represented by each pixel. The GSD and the height at which the aircraft flies are linked. The higherthe unmanned aircraft flies, the largerthe distance on the ground represented by each pixel in the images acquired during the flight. GSD See ground sample distance
. head wind Awind that blows from the direction that the aircraft is flying toward. height The height above the ground that the unmanned aircraft flies. The rover does not begin taking photographs until it reaches the height specified for the flight. IATA International AirTransport Association ICAO International Civil Aviation Authority launch The process of releasing the roverfrom the launcher. Launch immediately preceeds takeoff. launch dock The platform that rests on the launcher. The unmanned aircraft sits on the launch dock. The launch dock moves forward along the launcher at speed when the unmanned aircraft is launched. launcher The launcher is a mechanical device that provides a safe way to launch the unmanned aircraft in the direction oftakeoff. METAR A routine aviation weather report issued at hourly or half-hourly intervals. It is a description ofthe meteorological elements observed at an airport at a specific time.

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mission An interconnected series ofaerial photo station images recorded with an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) that are intended to be processed as a single unit and used for surveying purposes. A mission can include one or more blocks that cover a single polygonal area to be flown over at a defined overlap and GSD. mission area Asingle polygonal area that defines the geographical area to be photographed at a defined overlap and GSD during one or more flights. NOTAM A notice filed with an aviation authority to alert aircraft pilots of potential hazards along a flight route or at a location that could affect the safety of the flight. The term NOTAM is commonly used ratherthan the more formal term Notice to Airmen. photogrammetry The use of photography in surveying and mapping to make measurements between objects. pitot tube The sensor used by the aircraft to detect airspeed. It must be kept clean and free ofobstructions to operate correctly. remote pilot station The station at which the remote pilot manages the flight ofan unmanned aircraft. remotely-piloted Control ofan aircraft from a pilot station which is not on board the aircraft. remotely-piloted aircraft An aircraft where the flying pilot is not on board the aircraft. This is a subcategory of unmanned aircraft. remotely-piloted aircraft system Aset ofconfigurable elements consisting ofa remotely-piloted aircraft, its associated remote pilot station(s), the required command and control links and any other system elements as may be required at any point during flight operation. RPA See remotely-piloted aircraft
. RPA observer A remote crew member who, by visual observation ofthe remotelypiloted aircraft, assists the remote pilot in the safe conduct ofthe flight. RPAS See remotely-piloted aircraft system. scan area A polygonal area on the earth's surface where aerial images are recorded. segregated airspace Airspace ofspecified dimensions allocated for exclusive use to a specific user(s). TAF See terminal aerodrome forecast
. tail wind Awind that blows from the opposite direction to the direction that the aircraft is flying toward.

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takeoff The initial ascent ofthe unmanned aircraft. Takeoffimmediately follows launch. terminal aerodrome forecast Aterminal aerodrome forecast (TAF) is a concise statement ofthe expected meteorological conditions at an airport during a specified period (usually 24 or 30 hours). tiepoint A point in a digital image or aerial photograph that represents the same location in an adjacent image or aerial photograph. Tie points are used to correctly orient aerial photo stations to each other and reference them to the ground based on autonomous GNSS positions recorded when the photo images are taken. tracker The tracker consists ofa transmitter inserted in the body ofthe unmanned aircraft and a receiver. If required, the receiver is used to track the transmitter signal so the unmanned aircraft can be located once it has landed. UA See unmanned aircraft
. UAS See unmanned aircraft system. unmanned aircraft An aircraft which is intended to operate with no pilot on board. See also unmanned aircraft system (UAS). unmanned aircraft system An aircraft and its associated elements which are operated with no pilot on board. visual line-of-sight operation An operation in which the remote crew maintains direct visual contact with the aircraft to manage its flight. waypoint Awaypoint is a point between major points on a route, as along a track. In terms ofthe Aerial Imaging software, a waypoint is located at the beginning and end ofeach flight line in the scan area. winglet The extreme edge ofthe wing.

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# Trimble® ZX5



# Operations Manual for unmanned aerial vehicle 

# Trimble® ZX5

Version 1.0.0 Revision A August 2015Legal information Trimble Navigation Limited 935 Stewart Drive Sunnyvale, California 94085 U.S.A. www.trimble.com Copyright and trademarks © 2015, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved. Trimble and the Globe and Triangle logo are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited, registered in the United States and in other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For a complete list of all relevant legal notices, refer to the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide.

# Contents
Preface .......................................................................................................................................... 5 1 Safety ....................................................................................................................................... 6 2 System features ........................................................................................................................ 8 3 General view ............................................................................................................................ 9 4 UAV ........................................................................................................................................ 10 4.1 Orientation ............................................................................................................................ 10 4.2 Propellers .............................................................................................................................. 10 4.2.1 Foldable propellers .................................................................................................. 11 4.2.2 Alternative Propellers: Rigid propellers ................................................................... 12 4.3 Power supply (LiPo battery pack) .......................................................................................... 13 4.4 Dome ..................................................................................................................................... 15 4.5 Circuit points ......................................................................................................................... 15 4.5.1 Servo connectors ..................................................................................................... 16 4.5.2 Firmware update (MCU1, MCU2) ............................................................................ 16 4.5.3 Mission Upload Cable Port ....................................................................................... 17 4.6 Remote control receiver with antenna ................................................................................. 18 4.7 Video transmitter with antenna (Full Business Upgrade) ..................................................... 18 4.8 Flight recorder ....................................................................................................................... 19 4.9 Acoustical signals................................................................................................................... 20 5 Camera gimbal ....................................................................................................................... 21 6 Base Station ........................................................................................................................... 22 7 Remote control for the pilot (Pilot) ........................................................................................ 23 7.1 Manual operation .................................................................................................................. 23 7.1.1 Main functions ......................................................................................................... 24 7.1.2 Camera features ....................................................................................................... 25 7.1.3 Additional functions ................................................................................................. 26 7.1.4 Flying functions (flight mode) .................................................................................. 26 7.1.5 Other flying functions .............................................................................................. 29 7.1.6 Multi-menu .............................................................................................................. 31 7.2 Charging device ..................................................................................................................... 38 7.3 Announcement ...................................................................................................................... 39 8 Video receiver (Full business upgrade) ................................................................................... 40 9 Emergency functions .............................................................................................................. 41 9.1 RC-loss (Remote control loses contact) ................................................................................ 41 9.1.1 RC-loss in manual flight mode with GPS reception.................................................. 41 9.1.2 RC-loss in manual flight mode without GPS reception ............................................ 41 9.1.3 RC-loss in GPS flight mode ....................................................................................... 41 9.1.4 RC-loss in WP flight mode ........................................................................................ 41 9.2 Battery low Voltage ............................................................................................................... 41 10 Flight time .............................................................................................................................. 42 11 Charging ................................................................................................................................. 43 12 Daily handling ......................................................................................................................... 47ZX5 Operations Manual 4 12.1 Putting the UAV into service ............................................................................................... 47 12.2 Putting the UAV out of service ............................................................................................ 48 12.3 Transportation ..................................................................................................................... 48 13 Tutorials ................................................................................................................................. 50 13.1 Safety precautions ............................................................................................................... 50 13.2 Position Hold, flying in the GPS mode ................................................................................. 51 13.3 Start, hover and land manual .............................................................................................. 53 13.4 Auto start Assistant ............................................................................................................. 54 13.5 Auto landing Assistant ......................................................................................................... 55 13.6 Coming Home ...................................................................................................................... 56 13.7 Easy Move ........................................................................................................................... 57 13.8 POI-Mode (Full Business upgrade) ...................................................................................... 59 13.9 Flying without compass (only possible with RC DC16) ....................................................... 60 13.10 Flying without height control (only possible with RC DC16) ............................................. 60 13.11 Calibrating the compass .................................................................................................... 61 13.11.1 Testing the calibration of the compass ................................................................ 61 13.11.2 Calibrating the compass ....................................................................................... 61ZX5 Operations Manual 5



# Preface Congratulations to this very flexible UAV with numerous possibilities. You have bought a high-techproduct „Made in Germany“, that will bring you lots of pleasure and professional work results for a long time. Please study this manual attentive and learn all the features before use. We wish you lots of success!ZX5 Operations Manual 6 

# 1 Safety

WARNING –

The Trimble ZX5 flying robot is not a toy! This is a precision machine that is vulnerable to misuse and may harm people when not operated in a secure manner. THIS DRONE MUST ONLY BE OPERATED BY TRAINED PERSONNEL. TRAINING IS AVAILABLE AT CERTIFIED TRAINING ORGANIZATIONS OR DIRECTLY AT THE MANUFACTURER. OPERATING THE DRONE WITHOUT PROPPER OPERATIONAL TRAINING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURIES UP TO LOSS OF LIFE

CAUTION – Read this documentation carefully and completely. It is very important to obey all instructions. Check all components regularly to ensure a long life.

WARNING –

IF MISUSED THIS AIRCRAFT IS CAPABLE OF CAUSING SERIOUS BODILY HARM TO THE OPERATOR AND SPECTATORS AS WELL AS PROPERTY DAMAGE. ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY OCCURRING DUE TO MISUSE OF THIS PRODUCT IS SOLELY THE OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY If you lose control of the flight robot you will lose visual sight to the copter. The copter will continue flying away and will land somewhere unpredictable for example:
• on water
• on a building
• on a street
• on a car
• on a person
• on a power line IN THIS CASE THE COPTER JEOPARDISES OTHER PERSONS AND PRIVATE OR PUBLIC PROPERTY AND THE ENVIRONMENT! AN OUT OF CONTROL COPTER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS ACCIDENTS WITH INJURED AND DEAD PERSONS ( e.g. TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS etc.)! To provide optimum performance, your Trimble ZX5 is powered by a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) battery pack. The same properties that make these batteries extremely powerful and lightweight also make them dangerous if handled incorrectly.

CAUTION – Read and understand all information regarding to battery usage and charging before first use. Refer also to document „Trimble ZX5 Lithium Polymer Batteries Precautions”ZX5 Operations Manual 7ZX5 Operations Manual 8 

# 2 System features The Trimble ZX5 is a radio controlled, electric powered aeronautical vehicle capable of vertical starts and landings. Thanks to the latest electronic sensors and GPS-receiver it is self-stabilising in every direction. Thus the Trimble ZX5 is able it to fly to pre-set waypoints by itself and also hold its position under windy conditions. The Copter has the ability to transport and position different payloads. Therefor it is for examplepossible to realise stunning video recordings and pictures from completely new angles. The highperformance control unit in the copter provides an unprecedented accuracy. The Copter can be controlled by a modern radio control unit or an Apple iPad. To assist with repeated air activity the copter is able to learn waypoints and fly them semiautomatically. In the maximum stage of extension, complex missions can be planned on the computer which then will be performed automatically by the copter. With this feature, huge areas can be surveyed for example in order to create three-dimensional maps with extreme precision. Optional the copter and the transport load can be controlled independently from two different control units. The pilot can concentrate on flying while the cameraman takes care of the ideal camera view and provides the best pictures. Even though the system is very complex we made sure to keep the handling as simple as possible. In the following we want to explain the system with all its features.ZX5 Operations Manual 9 

# 3 General view The following image shows the components that will be explained in detail in this manual:  Error! Reference source not found.  Base station (radio control for pilot with video receiver)  Error! Reference source not found.  Error! Reference source not found.

Figure 1: General view of the componentsZX5 Operations Manual 10 

# 4 UAV 4.1 Orientation The copter is build symmetrically. The front is between the two extension arms with orange brackets. 

# 4.2 Propellers The copter is delivered with one of the following propeller options:
• rigid propellers or
• foldable propellers There are two different rotation directions for the propellers: counter-clockwise and clockwise. Makesure to install the clockwise rotating propellers on the clockwise rotating motors and the counterclockwise rotating propellers on the counter-clockwise rotating motors

CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter - Risk of damages! Only if all propellers are mounted correctly the copter can fly! If one or more propellers mounted on a motor with another rotation direction, then the copter cannot be controlled by the pilot, flips upside down and will be damaged! The propellers are very light, but also frail in case of false handling. Avoid contact to other objects during transportation and flight.

WARNING –

Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost! Never fly with a damaged propeller. Always replace it with a new one before the next flight.

CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter Risk of damages! The propellers have to be properly balanced at all time to avoid vibrations. They can cause blurred and out of focus pictures and have a bad influence on the flight characteristics (in the worst case they can cause loss of control). Additionally the copter, its frame and the motors can be damaged. Pay attention to vibrations and if needed, clean the propellers.ZX5 Operations Manual 11 CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter - Risk of damages! Do not mix your copter with rigid and foldable propellers. Only use one kind of propellers. Otherwise the copter can get uncontrollable! 

## 4.2.1 Foldable propellers The foldable propellers are pre-installed by the manufacturer. For inspection and maintenance please refer to the “Maintenance Manual”.

CAUTION – Unstable flying behaviour Each foldable propeller is a unit made of 2 blades and a centre piece. The propeller unit is balanced by the manufacturer to operate at 8.000 rpms. You must not exchange single blades between propeller units!ZX5 Operations Manual 12



## 4.2.2 Alternative Propellers: Rigid propellers Prior using alternative propellers the system MUST be aligned to a new set of parameters for engine control. The new set of parameters can be uploaded by the manufacturer only. If alternative propellers are being used without this new set of parameters the system WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AND MAY BE OF RISK TO PEOPLE AND PROPERTY.

Figure 2: Propeller counter-clockwise rotating The propeller has to be assembled with the appropriate motor so that the copter can fly. The clockwise rotating propellers have be installed on the clockwise rotating motors and the counter-clockwise rotating propellers on the counter-clockwise rotating motors.

Figure 3: Assembly of propellerZX5 Operations Manual 13



# 4.3 Power supply (LiPo battery pack) The Lithium Polymer battery is characterized by its low weight, high capacity and high power output. The copter is operated by two high-power batteries connected in parallel. To get the best performance and lifetime, the two batteries should always be used together. The pair of batteries is only as good as the bad battery. The batteries are fixed with the hook-and-loop tape to the copter and are then connected with the plug.

Figure 4: Battery packs The correct handling of the batteries is essential to delay the inevitable aging of the battery cells. With time and use the voltage level of the cell is reduced and the inner resistance is increased: The batteries deliver less of current. In order to delay the aging process the LiPo batteries should be used regularly, approx. 1x per month.

WARNING –

Burning battery Risk of fire and hazardous vapours!First read the document „Trimble ZX5 Lithium Polymer Batteries Precautions”.

CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter Risk of damage! Do not separate a battery pack! Always use a battery pack all the lifetime together! Otherwise you will damage the batteries.ZX5 Operations Manual 14 CAUTION – Burning battery Risk of fire and hazardous vapours! Make sure to follow these advice. Life expectancy
• The voltage in the individual cells should always be between 3.2 V and 4.2 V. Excess or low voltage causes damages beyond repair.
• Charge the LiPos shortly before use (max. 1 - 2 days before).
• Do not recharge LiPos if they are still full.
• Do not fly with a used battery, always recharge used batteries beforehand.
• Avoid transport or storage below 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit) (during flight the battery stays in temperature due to the current flow). Storage
• Store the LiPos with a rest capacity of 20 - 30 % (if the batteries are full and you don’t need to use them for an unknown count of days, it is better to discharge them to the storage capacity level).
• Store the LiPos at about 15 – 20 degrees Celsius (59 – 68 degrees Fahrenheit). Charging/Discharging

• Supervise the charging and discharging at any time (misuse or malfunction of the charger and connectors can cause fire).
• Charge always with connected balancer cable.
• Use only faultless charging cables.
• In low outdoor temperature (< 10 degrees Celsius, < 50 degrees Fahrenheit) the battery capacity reduces itself down to about 50 %. General
• Never short-circuit a LiPo battery.
• Do not discharge below 3.2 V per cell.
• Do not recharge directly after use. Let them cool down first.
• Make sure that the charging device is well ventilated.
• In case of a fire do not extinct with water, use sand.
• Do not use deformed or damaged batteries.
• Read the document „MULTIROTOR Lithium Polymer Batteries Precautions”ZX5 Operations Manual 15

The next figures show how to mount the battery pack:

Figure 5: Mounting the battery pack 

# 4.4 Dome The dome protects the electronic components from humidity, dirt and contact. Always unplug the battery before removing the dome. You have to remove the dome to:
• Update the firmware.
• To plug in the cables of the servos.
• To plug in the cable of the camera trigger. To disassemble rotate the cap counter-clockwise and lift it up. 

# 4.5 Circuit points The Copter has numerous connector pins:
• 6x 3-pin connector for up to 4 servo motors and one camera trigger .
• Socket for video access.
• Socket for firmware update.
• Socket for mission upload cableZX5 Operations Manual 16



## 4.5.1 Servo connectors The connectors for the camera mount servos (if the mount has servos and not brushless motors) are located under the dome. The links are consecutively numbered from left to right as displayed:
1. Roll compensation 2. Pitch compensation 3. Trigger for camera 4. without function 5. without function 6. without function

Figure 6: Servo connectors Note: Disconnect the power supply before plug-in/-out the servo cables. Otherwise the electronic could be damaged! 

## 4.5.2 Firmware update (MCU1, MCU2) To update the firmware connect the mainboard with a computer by using a special cable. There are two processors on the mainboard. Depending on which should be updated the cable has to be plugged in directly or 180° turned. Only in the correct position the respective update is possible. Make sure to keep the firmware of the copter up to date. We are always trying to improve the software and features. On our internet site you can inform yourself of all new updates in your own account. There you can also find the instruction on how to update correctly.

Note:Avoid contact with the electronic devices and the conducting paths on the board. Otherwise the electronic could be damaged!ZX5 Operations Manual 17 Figure 7: Plug for firmware update 

## 4.5.3 Mission Upload Cable Port The Mission Upload Cable Port is for connecting the Mission Upload Cable to upload self defined missions created with the software “Groundstation”.

Figure 8: Mission Upload Cable Port Before uploading the mission connect the Mission Upload Cable to the port shown in figure Figure 8: Mission Upload Cable Port and to the USB port of the computer where you planned the mission.ZX5 Operations Manual 18



# 4.6 Remote control receiver with antenna The remote control receiver works in a range of 2.4 GHz via a dipole-antenna to keep interference as low as possible. The yellow antennas are secured by a flexible hose.

Figure 9: RC-Antenna Note: Pay attention to never bend the antennas. They should be aligned in a straight line and in a 90° angle to each other. Otherwise the range of the remote control is not as expected. 

# 4.7 Video transmitter with antenna (Full Business Upgrade) The video transmitter is installed into the camera gimbal. It works in a frequency range of 5.8 GHz. It is connected with a special video antenna you can see on the picture. The antenna can be adjusted by turning it at the plug. Find the ideal position for reception by trying. This also depends on the external conditions and the camera in use (shadowing effects).

Figure 10: Video transmitter antenna Note:Avoid obstacles or barriers between the copter and the video receiver. They can evoke image interference.ZX5 Operations Manual 19



# 4.8 Flight recorder On the flight-control-panel under the dome there is a slot for a micro SD card. The flight recorder uses the micro SD card to memorise all system and sensor data during the flight. If you should have problems with the UAV you can import the flight data on the SD-card on your computer, save them and send them to the manufacturer for analysis. Special software is necessary to read out the micro SD card. It is provided by the manufacturer. To get to the board you have to remove the dome. Press onto the card to release it.

Figure 11: Flight recorder/micro SD card slot
Note:The data format is only readable with special software. Never process any activity (e.g. copy data, format etc.). The required material will be destroyed and is not usable for the UAV anymore. The copter can only be started with plugged micro SD card. If you lost or destroyed your card contact the manufacturer to get a new one. If you have problems it is best to contact the manufacturer first. Note:In case of a crash do not power on the copter afterwards. It can cause the overwriting of the last flight data and the reason of the problem cannot be analysed.ZX5 Operations Manual 20



# 4.9 Acoustical signals On the frame of the UAV there is a signal transmitter that gives acoustical signals to report different conditions. Furthermore, every motor gives a buzz after powering up the copter. Legend: _ means a short beep, __ means a long beep Acoustic signals after power up _ __ _ _ everything OK _________ Warning: SD-card or GPS not connected _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ etc. Warning: can’t receive remote control signal __ _ _ _ _ Copter doesn’t stand straight __ __ _ _ _ Malfunction: Motor switch is activated without minimum throttle or Coming Home is still active __ __ _ _ _ Copter is disabled: register with the manufacturer *1 Acoustic signals during flight: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ etc. Alarm: Battery voltage too low
In addition there are more signals that indicate malfunction. Contact the manufacturer if you hear unusual signals. As a precaution in this case do not perform any flights furthermore. Note: If there is an acoustic signal for low battery voltage during the flight, you cannot start the motors again after landing until you have disconnected the battery.
*1If the copter is not registered, it is possible to perform 10 demonstration flights. After that the copter is disabled. To unlock the copter contact the manufacturer.ZX5 Operations Manual 21 

# 5 Camera gimbal The camera mount is adequate to transport the cameras. It provides a straight and stable picture even if the copter flies askew to move or has to go against the wind. The roll and yaw axis are controlled by brushless motors and an own stabilising unit. The camera can be adjusted manually to define the needed pitch to focus the desired object.

Figure 12: Camera gimbal The gimbal has to be powered with an own power switch. It is located at the side of the gimbal. Beside the power switch there is a small push button for calibration. See maintenance manual to learn the functionality of the button.ZX5 Operations Manual 22 

# 6 Base Station The base station is the main control for the pilot. It consist a remote control and a monitor with video receiver. The pilot operates the copter with the remote control (RC). It is linked to the copter with a 2.4 GHz radio contact. It receives and shows the telemetry data of the copter (downlink). The remote control analyses the received telemetry data and sends acoustical messages to the pilot about the state of the copter components (e.g. battery and GPS state, flight mode, etc.). In addition it can send data and orders (e.g. geographical coordinates and waypoints) to the copter (uplink). The copter can be ordered with two kind of remote control: Jeti DC16 or Jeti DS14. On the monitor the pilot can see the live view of the transported camera. The monitor (with the video receiver) has an own power supply (LiPo battery).

Figure 13: Base StationZX5 Operations Manual 23 

# 7 Remote control for the pilot (Pilot) 7.1 Manual operation Remote control DC16 (Full Business Upgrade)

Figure 14: Pilot remote control DC16ZX5 Operations Manual 24



### Remote control DS14

Figure 15: Pilot remote control DS14 

## 7.1.1 Main functions Main Functions RC Power Power on/power off of the RC

Press the power button and confirm it with „Yes“ on the menu bar. Motors Motor start

Pull the throttle stick completely back and push the motor switch to the top. Attention: This is a safety-lock-switch: pull the switch up to move. Motor stop Pull the throttle stick completely back and push the motor switch down. Attention: This is a safety-lock-switch: pull the switch up to move. Throttle (left stick) Copter ascent/descent

Height control active The Copter keeps the flying height autonomously, if the throttle stick is in the middle position. When the throttle stick is pushed forward the copter raises, when it is pulled to the back the copter descends. Without height control You have to control the height by yourself (for advanced pilots only).ZX5 Operations Manual 25

Main Functions RC Power Power on/power off of the RC

Press the power button and confirm it with „Yes“ on the menu bar. Motors Motor start

Pull the throttle stick completely back and push the motor switch to the top. Attention: This is a safety-lock-switch: pull the switch up to move. Motor stop Pull the throttle stick completely back and push the motor switch down. Attention: This is a safety-lock-switch: pull the switch up to move. Throttle (left stick) Copter ascent/descent

Height control active The Copter keeps the flying height autonomously, if the throttle stick is in the middle position. When the throttle stick is pushed forward the copter raises, when it is pulled to the back the copter descends. Without height control You have to control the height by yourself (for advanced pilots only). 

## 7.1.2 Camera features Main Functins Cam pitch Camera mount pitches (Full Business Upgrade) 2. Level To activate the 2. function of the sticks

Pull the stick and keep hold. Now move the other sticks: Left Stick left/right: Camera mount rolls Right Stick forward/backward: Camera mount pitches Trigger Camera trigger

Pull the switch to take a photo or start/stop the video. Zoom Camera Zoom

Change the zoom of the lens Cam Modus Camera start/stop for different cameras

If you have several different camera integrations, this switch is used for starting/stopping the second or third camera. Camera control Selector switch for camera control by the pilot or the cameraman

If you are using a separate cameraman remote control, you can select if the pilot (switch up) or the cameraman (switch down) has control of the camera features.ZX5 Operations Manual 26



## 7.1.3 Additional functions Additional functions Voice Reads out the telemetry data shown on the display Volume For changing the volume of the voice output 

## 7.1.4 Flying functions (flight mode) The copter comes with different flying functions. Itis possible to fly it completely manual or fully automatic. We will now introduce the different possibilities. Some functions will be explained in detail in the chapter „Tutorials”. Note:There are different GPS-functions available for your copter, which can be bought and activated. This means, that if applicable not all described functions can be used with your copter. Look in your contract of purchase, to know which GPS-functions you have bought. The manufacturer will inform you about the current available functions packet.

ATTENTION –

Some GPS-functions refer to the „starting point”. This means the point where the copter can primarily identify its GPS-position, after attaching the batteries (also known as the First-fix-position). Generally that is the actual start position.

ATTENTION –

If you start the copter and take off before he has time to define its position, it will assign a position in flight. This will then be the „starting position”. 

### Additional functions at DC16 (Full Business upgrade) The supporting automatic flight functions can be activated in multiple levels with the switch sh and si. A higher level needs the activation of the levels below (e.g. GPS only works if the compass works, the compass only works if the altitude control works, etc.).ZX5 Operations Manual 27 Figure 16: Flight mode switches The following listing starts with the lowest automatic level: Manual control Manual flight control In this mode all the dynamic flight characteristics of the copter can be fully demonstrated. The control is very difficult. Activation:pull the switch si backward(switch sh arbitrarily) Performance:All flight stabilizing functions are deactivated. The pilot has to steer height, position and direction completely manual.

DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost!This flight mode „Manual control” is only suitable for model flight experts! Otherwise you lose rapidly the control of the copter and the copter will crash! Persons and objects around will be damaged!
Height control Automatic height control In this mode the dynamic flight characteristics of the copter can be fully demonstrated. The altitude is kept automatically. The control is medium difficult. Activation:Put the switch siin middle position(switch sh arbitrarily) Performance:The pilot has to steer the position and the direction. The altitude is kept automatically, when the left stick is positioned in the middle.

DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost!This flight mode „Height control” is only suitable for advanced pilots! In windy situations the copter will be pushed away and will be rotated, if the pilot doesn’t navigate against it!
Mag control Automatic direction by magnetic field sensor (Compass) In this mode the dynamic flight characteristics of the copter can be fully demonstrated. The altitude and direction are kept automatically. Activation:Push the switch si forward(switch sh backward) Performance:The copter keeps the direction and height automatically. The pilot has to steer the position manual.ZX5 Operations Manual 28 DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost!This flight mode „Mag control” is only suitable for advanced pilots! In windy situations the copter will be pushed away, if the pilot doesn’t navigate against it! Manual Flight Flying without GPS-functions In this mode the dynamic flight characteristics of the copter can be fully demonstrated. The altitude and direction are kept automatically. Activation:Push the switch sh backward(switch si forward) Performance:In this mode all GPS-functions are deactivated. This mode is identical to the mode „Mag control“.

DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost!This flight mode „Manual flight” is only suitable for advanced pilots! In windy situations the copter will be pushed away, if the pilot doesn’t navigate against it!

GPS Position Hold Automatic position stabilisation by GPS In this mode the movement of the copter is controlled by GPS. The speed is limited. Acceleration and deceleration are carried out damped. If hovering in one position, it will be held automatic. In flight the flight direction is maintained. The copter compensates wind automaticly. Activation:Put the switch sh in the middle position(switch si forward) Performance:The copter maintains the position and direction even in windy situations. GPS Coming Home Automatic return flight to the starting position This mode is useful in case of loss of orientation by the pilot or if the mission is completed and the copter should come back to the starting position to land. Activation:Push the switch sh to the top(switch si to the top) Performance:The copter flies back to the starting position Cancelation:This function can be cancelled by slightly moving either the left or the right stick. The copter changes into the „Position-Hold“ mode.

CAUTION – Crash against barriers Risk of damage!In flight mode „Coming Home” the copter always takes the shortest and direct way back to its starting point. The pilot has to make sure it flies in an altitude with no barriers.ZX5 Operations Manual 29

Note:If a problem should occur during the flight, like e.g. a propeller is damaged, it is possible that the copter can‘t hold its GPS-Position anymore. Then it is useful to deactivate the GPS-function and activate the mode „Manual flight”. Then the copter can be landed controlled by the pilot.

DANGER – Unreliable GPS signal Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost! The copter switches off the GPS-functions automatically, if the satellite receiving power drops below 6 satellites or the position accuracy rises above 8 m. In this case the pilot has to resume the manual steering. Possible causes: satellite problems, atmospheric disturbance, signal influence by other radio sources, etc. 

## 7.1.5 Other flying functions There are further flight functions that you can apply in different situation that help you master your tasks. Note:There are different GPS-functions available for your copter, which can be bought and activated. This means, that if applicable, not all described functions can be used with your copter. Look in your contract of purchase, to know which GPS-functions you have bought. The manufacturer will inform you about the current available functions packet. You can look up the released functions for your copter under the menu point „Features” Auto start Automatic start function Function to facilitate the start Requirement:The copter is standing on the ground and the motors are running in idle. Activation:Push the switch sc forward Performance:The copter starts and rises up to approx. 2 m. Auto landing Automatic landing function Function to facilitate the landing Requirement:The copter is flying Activation:Pull the switch sc backwards Performance:The copter lands automatically, the motor speed shuts down. Attention:Push the throttle stick into minimum immediately after landing. Under certain circumstances the motor speed can be increased again after 2 sec for safety reason! Note: Once the copter touches ground, it shouldn’t be doing any sideway movements otherwise he can overturn. To eliminate this use the GPS-position-hold mode or keep the copter in position manually. If the copter is still over 10 m high it will descend faster, below 10 m the descending rate slows down. Cancelation:This function can be cancelled by slightly moving the left stick.ZX5 Operations Manual 30 CAUTION – Risk of damage!Flight mode „Auto landing”: On hilly ground the chosen landing place can be 10 m higher than the starting position. It is possible that the copter descends too fast and touches ground with too much speed, which can cause damage. In this case it is better to land manually.

Go Ahead Automatic alignment function This function is a fast help in case the pilot doesn’t remember or can’t see in which direction the copter is aligned. It turns the copter once-only so that he has the starting point behind him. This means that the right-stick-steering conforms to the resulting movement of the copter. Requirement:The copter is flying and a minimum of 20 m away of the starting point. Activation:Pull the switch sb backward Performance:The copter turns in flight on the spot so that the starting point is behind him. Easy Move Extended automatic alignment function This function helps the pilot to manoeuvre the copter more easily. To keep the steering more intuitively, the alignment of the copter is not considered anymore during conversion of the steering commands. This means that the copter always flies in the direction in which the right stick is shifted regardless of where the copter is located. The imaginary line between the starting point and the copter equals the stick axis (forward – backward) of the right stick. Requirement:The copter is flying and a minimum of 20 m away of the starting point. Activation:Push the switch sb forward Behaviour outside the 20 m radius:From the view of the pilot the copter always moves analog to the movement of the right stick regardless in which position the copter is directed. Example 1:Right stick to the front: the copter always flies straight away from the starting point. Example 2:Right stick to the back: the copter always flies straight towards the starting point. Example 3:Right stick to the right: the copter flies spirally around the starting point. Behaviour inside the 20 m radius:Inside the 20 m radius the copter behaves slightly different to avoid the problems of the GPS inaccuracy. The directing of the copter stays the same as it was on the point of activation. Example 4:The function is activated inside the 20 m radius, while the copter is directed to the NW (45°). Right stick pushed forward: the copter flies towards the NW. After passing the 20 m radius it carries on flying in this direction, because it behaves like it is described in example 1. Example 5:The function is activated inside the 20 m radius, while the copter is directed to the NW (45°). Right stick pulled backward: the copter flies towards the SE (225°/-135°). After passing the 20 m radius it changes direction and flies backwards towards the starting point like it is described in example 2. Example 6:The function is activated inside the 20 m radius, while the copter is directed to the NW (45°). Right stick to the right: the copter flies towards the SW (135°). After passing the 20 m radius it changes direction and flies spirally around the starting point like it is described in example 3. Behaviour while entering the 20 m radius: When the copter is flying into the 20 m radius, the currentZX5 Operations Manual 31

Go Ahead orientation is fixed set. That has the positive result that the copter doesn’t change direction while entering (if the right stick is held continuously). Behaviour while exiting the 20 m radius: When the copter is flying out of the 20 m radius, the front is at the end of an imaginary line from the starting point to the copter. If applicable the copter will change direction. You will find an exercise in the tutorial in this document. 

## 7.1.6 Multi-menu The multi menu shows the current telemetry data of the copter. In the Extended Menuit also enables you to send instructions to the copter and make adjustments to it. The telemetry data are shown on the first three pages, which you can page through with the menu buttons 2 and 3. On page 4 you can reach the Extended Menuvia the Jetibox. This offers you the following possibilities:
• Activate extended functions
• Set the parameters
• Calibrating the sensors
• Checking the problem report
• Indicate the general copter parameter To operate the multi-menu you need the following buttons: Menu button 1 - 5 With these buttons you can navigate through the menu. Menu changeover switch With this button you can change between „telemetry data“ and „Jetibox“. Attention:The changeover only works on page 4. 

### 7.1.6.1 Telemetry data page 1 Voltage Voltage value of the copter batteries

If the voltage drops below 14.5 V you will hear a warning in frequent intervals: „Warning, low battery” Capacity Spent battery capacity of the copter

batteries Compass Alignment of the copter:

0° = NZX5 Operations Manual 32 90° = O 180° = S -90° = W Altitude Height related to the starting point Distance Horizontal distance Flight Time Flight time since motor start

<hh:mm:ss> 

### 7.1.6.2 Telemetry data page 2 Latitude Geographical latitude of the current

GPS-position Longitude Geographical longitude of the current

GPS-position Satellites Number of the current receiving

satellites (the more satellites, the better the accuracy of the position) GPS Fix Quality of the specified position:

0D – no satellites, 1D – up to 4 satellites, 3D – 5 or more satellites Note: The copter requires a minimum of 3D Fix, to use the GPS-mode. Position Acc Accuracy of position (the lower it is,

the more accurate are the GPS functions) Speed Acc Accuracy of speed (the lower it is, the

more accurate are the GPS functions) 

### 7.1.6.3 Telemetry data page 3 Speed Current flying speed Current Power consumption of the copter Temperature Surrounding temperature in the copterZX5 Operations Manual 33



### 7.1.6.4 Telemetry data page 4 On page 4 you have access to the integrated „Jetibox“. With this you can modify the parameters of the Jeti-receiver (radio receiver). The operation is described in the manual of the Jeti remote control. Normally there is no need to change these parameters. In the Jetibox you will find the extended menuof the copter. In the following chapter is describedhow to open this menu. 

### 7.1.6.5 Extended menu Follow these steps to select the extended menu:
• Go to the telemetry data page 4

Telemetry menu activated

• Press the button „menu-change-over“ (ESC-button) to reach the „Jetibox” (this is indicated by the different functions of the menu buttons).

Jetibox menu activated

• Turn to the page „MX”with the menu button 2. When you press menu button 3 now, you will reach the extended menu (see next page).ZX5 Operations Manual 34 Entry into the extended menuZX5 Operations Manual 35ZX5 Operations Manual 36

Top menu item Sub-menu item Significance Comment
Functions POI-Coordinates Here you can define the GPS

coordinates and the height above starting point for a POI (Point of interest). The copter will aim for it after the activation of the POI function. In the chapter „Tutorials“ in this manual, it is described in detail how to use this function correctly.

POI-Mode Here you can activate and

deactivate the POI function. Settings Select Config It is possible to appoint up to 4 various configurations, to select different flight performances. At present only configuration1 is defined. At present only use configuration 1.

Magnetic declination The actual value for the

magnetic declination (thecorrection value for the up-todate interpretation of the magnetic field). Visit the website to calculate the value for your scheduled location:www.ngdc.noaa.gov/geomagweb/#declination Inquire about the correct declination value of your location and enter it here.

Calibration Gyro offset Calibration of the gyro compass sensors Note:For this procedure the copter has to stand absolutely still. The copter is calibrated on delivery. Do not change any settings without consulting the manufacturer.

Acc offset Calibration of the acceleration The copter is calibrated on delivery. CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter Risk of damage!If the „magnetic declination” is set wrong, the GPS functions does not work proper. The copter cannot fly correctly! The pilot loses the control. The copter and around person and objects can get damaged!

CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter Risk of damage!If the „gyro offset” is calibrated wrong, the copter cannot fly correctly! The pilot loses the control. The copter and around person and objects can get damaged!

CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter Risk of damage!If the „acc offset” is calibrated wrong, the copter cannot fly correctly! The pilot loses the control. The copter and around person and objects can get damaged!ZX5 Operations Manual 37

Top menu item Sub-menu item Significance Comment

sensors Note: For this procedure the copter has to stand absolutely straight. Do not change any settings without consulting the manufacturer. Note:If the copter is calibrated wrong, it cannot fly correct!

Compass Calibration of the compass

This procedure is explained in the chapter „Tutorials“. The copter is calibrated on delivery. Do not change any settings without consulting the manufacturer.

Infos-Errors (Numbers of incidents) Battery low The battery voltage dropped below 13.9 V during the last flight. The battery was flown to long or strained too much. If this error occurs too often, you should land earlier or consider a new battery. Radio control The radio contact was

temporarily lost during the last flight. This can happen sometimes if the copter is being shadowed by e.g. an obstacle. I2C0 Internal error This error is not allowed to occur. *1 GPS time out The GPS receiver delivers no

data. This error is not allowed to occur. *1 Magnetometer The magnetometer sends

incorrect data. This error is not allowed to occur. *1
ADC The analog

-digital

-converter

sends incorrect data. This error is not allowed to occur. *1
Main overrun Internal error This error is not allowed to occur. *1 SPI1 overrun Internal error This error is not allowed to occur. *1 Spurious ISR Internal error This error is not allowed to occur. *1 Stack overflow Internal error This error is not allowed to occur. *1 CAUTION – Uncontrolled copter Risk of damage!If the compass is calibrated wrong, the copter cannot fly correctly! The pilot loses the control. The copter and around person and objects can get damaged!ZX5 Operations Manual 38

Top menu item Sub-menu item Significance Comment
Infos-Dr one Config page Current configuration set. Can be defined under the menu

point „Settings – Select Config“ Model number Model number of the copter Static Serial number Serial number of the copter Static Motor position Set option of the possible motor

configuration. Static
Features Released functionalities For the copter there are different GPS-functions available, which can be bought in various function packages. The manufacturer will inform you about the current available packages. GPS Rx version Software

-version of the GPS

receiver Flight counter Number of flights of this copter Flight time Overall flight time ofthis copter Software MCU1 Software

-version of the

processor „MCU1“ You can update the software of your copter via the website of the manufacturer. Sof tware MCU2 Software

-version of the

processor „MCU2“ You can update the software of your copter via the website of the manufacturer. Table 1: Extended menu
*1If this error occurs please contact a Trimble service station. 

# 7.2 Charging device In the top right corner of the display you can see the charge state of the radio control. The capacity is sufficient for many hours. When the charge state gets to low you can recharge it with the provided charging device. Please see the manual of the radio control for detailed instructions.ZX5 Operations Manual 39



# 7.3 Announcement
Some conditions and events are announced via voice output. If there is a lot of noise around you, you can use earphones to understand better. The radio control provides for this a 3.5 mm connection bush. After connecting the copter batteries, all motor control units give an acoustic signal (peep), followed by the announcement of the current flight mode. During the following flight status further announcements are made according to the events: Announcement Significance GPS OK The GPS satellite reception is very good. The GPS functions can be used. GPS control The flight mode „Position

-Hold“ is set. The copter keeps its position automatically. Height control The flight mode „Height Control“, which holds the height of the copter automatically, is set. Mag control The flight mode „Mag Control“, which holds the alignment of the copter, is set. Coming home The „Coming

-Home“ function is activated. The copter flies back to the starting point. Easy Move Mode The „Easy Move Mode“ is activated. Set rear orientation The „Go

-Ahead“ function is activated. The copter aligns itself. POI Mode The „POI” mode is activated. Waypoint The „Waypoint” mode is activated. Auto start The copter starts automatically. Auto landing The copter lands automatically. Attention: Emergency landing The copter conducts an emergency landing. The pilot can still readjust the position and the height. Warning: No flight recorder There is no SD

-card in the flight recorder. Warning: No GPS The reception of the GPS

-satellites is very bad. The GPS functions are deactivated. Note:The copter is flying in manual mode, the pilot has to hold the position. Warning: Low battery The battery voltage is reaching minimum level. Pay attention to the voltage and make sure to land the copter before it reaches a voltage of 3,5V per cell (that equals 14.0 V for a 4S battery).ZX5 Operations Manual 40 

# 8 Video receiver (Full business upgrade)
The video receiver works self-sufficient. It has a separate electric power supply and receives the video signal direct from the copter. It reproduces the picture on the monitor. The complete package (receiver, monitor, battery) can be either fixed to the remote control or onto a tripod. To display the picture you have to attach the battery and switch on the monitor. If the battery capacity gets too low a red LED will illuminate. This is located on the bottom left corner of the monitor front side. Note:The battery type is LiPo battery. Make sure not to discharge the battery below 3.2 V per cell (equals 9.6 V for the 3S battery). Please consider the general advice for all LiPos as described in chapter 4.3 of this manual, to ensure a long life expectancy.

Figure 18: Video receiver front view/back viewZX5 Operations Manual 41 

# 9 Emergency functions The equipment possesses various emergency functions. 

# 9.1 RC-loss (Remote control loses contact)
9.1.1 RC-loss in manual flight mode with GPS reception The copter goes automatically into „GPS position hold”, waits 20 seconds and then conducts an emergency landing. When it touches ground you have to switch off the motors manually. 

## 9.1.2 RC-loss in manual flight mode without GPS reception The copter automatically conducts an emergency landing. When it touches ground you have to switch off the motors manually. 

## 9.1.3 RC-loss in GPS flight mode The copter waits 20 seconds and then conducts an emergency landing. When it touches ground you have to switch off the motors manually. 

## 9.1.4 RC-loss in WP flight mode The copter waits 20 seconds and then flies directly to the starting point (coming home). Then it lands automatically. When it touches ground you have to switch off the motors manually. Note:Even when the emergency mode is active the drone can be steered at all times. It then always has the tendency to land. As soon as the RC picks up a signal again, the procedure is cancelled. The copter can be operated as usual. 

# 9.2 Battery low Voltage If the battery voltage drops to „very low” the copter automatically activates the „position-hold” mode and then conducts an emergency landing. The copter is still controllable. When it touches ground you have to switch off the motors manually. The very low voltage limit is 3.3 V per cell. That equals 13.2 V for a 4S battery.ZX5 Operations Manual 42 

# 10Flight time The flight time depends on the used battery capacity, the weight of the battery, the weight of the load and the outside temperature. It can vary between some minutes up to an hour. You can ascertain the flight time for your copter with camera by e.g. letting it hover on the spot in 5 m altitude until the battery voltage drops to 14.0V. That is your maximum flight time which is reduced depending on the flight dynamic and the age of the battery.ZX5 Operations Manual 43 

# 11Charging This chapter describes in detail the steps to chargethe LiPo battery pack. The charging of the LiPo batteries has to be done carefully. Please respect the hazard warnings. Here you can see all components of the charging unit: CAUTION – Burning battery Risk of fire and hazardous vapours!Never connect the battery power adapter cable to the LiPo battery while the adapter cable is not connected to the charger! Otherwise there is a risk of a short circuit!

Figure 19: Charger componentsZX5 Operations Manual 44 Figure 20: NEVER connect only the power adapter cable to the battery! 

# 1.First connect the battery power adapter cable (plus and minus) with the charger: Put the red connector into the red socket and the black connector into the black socket.

Figure 21: Power cable adapter 

# NEVER!ZX5 Operations Manual 45



# 2.The second step is to connect the balancer cable adapter with the charger:

Figure 22: Balancer cable adapter 

# 3.The next step is to connect the LiPo battery

Figure 23: LiPo battery connectionZX5 Operations Manual 46 CAUTION – Burning battery Risk of fire and hazardous vapours! Always connect the balancer cable during battery charging! Otherwise the cells can be overloaded. This will damage the battery! First read the document ”MULTIROTOR Lithium Polymer Batteries Precautions” 

# 4.Set the correct switch positions:

Figure 24: Charger switch positions 

# 5.At last plug in the power cable to the AC plug – the charging will start:

Figure 25: AC power cable CAUTION – Burning battery Risk of fire and hazardous vapours!Never leave the charger unattended! Otherwise you cannot recognize malfunctions! 

# 6.If the green LED lights up the battery is full. 

# 7.First disconnect the AC power cable. 

# 8.After that disconnect the battery power cable. 

# 9.Then disconnect the battery balancer cable. 

# 10.Now charge the second LiPo battery of the battery pack (continue with step 3).
CAUTION – Burning battery Risk of fire and hazardous vapours!To inhibit a fast fire spreading in case of a burning battery use a fireproof base under the LiPo battery and remove highly combustible materials around the battery. Do not charge the LiPo battery unattended or overnight.ZX5 Operations Manual 47 

# 12Daily handling 12.1 Putting the UAV into service Pre flight check
• Check whether all batteries are charged (LiPo's, remote control, camera, video receiver).
• Check the propellers: They have to be clean, free of damages and screwed tightly.
• Check the propellers: Is the rotation direction correctly?
• Check if the locking mechanism of the arms are fixed.
• Check if all parts are tight.
• Check that the copter is well balanced in every direction.
• Position the copter on even ground and orientate it correct (orange arms to the front).
• Check that the skids can’t get caught from the ground.
• Switch on the remote control.
• Plug in the flight batteries (make sure to plug them in completely).

• Switch on the camera.
• Switch on the monitor.
• Check all camera settings, date and time.
• Check that the trigger for the camera works.
• Check if the camera is free to move with the remote control (yaw and pitch).
• Check that all switches on the remote control are in basic position (height control and compass active, GPS as desired on or off).
• Wait until the GPS reception reaches a precision of less than 4 m if possible.
• Start the motors.
• Lift off.
• If you started without GPS functions, activate them and make sure that the copter holds it position.
• Be prepared, at all time, to deactivate the GPS functions and fly the copter manual. Always observe the alignment and flight direction of the copter.ZX5 Operations Manual 48



# 12.2 Putting the UAV out of service

• Land the copter.
• Switch off the motors.
• Switch off the camera.
• Unplug the flight batteries.
• Switch off the remote control
• Check the copter for damages. 

# 12.3 Transportation For transportation stow the copter, the base stationand the gimbal into the transportation box. Secure the equipment well in the vehicle. Watch out especially for the propellers. They shouldn’t have any contact with other objects. Check the equipment again after transport.

Figure 27: Transportation of gimbal and base stationZX5 Operations Manual 49 Figure 1: Transportation of copterZX5 Operations Manual 50 

# 13Tutorials These tutorials shall help you to get to know the various complex functions of the copter and to learn how to operate them. Before you start, read the safety precautions carfully. 

# 13.1 Safety precautions

DANGER – Propellers with cut surface Risk of injury!Before starting the motors keep proper distance to the copter of minimum 3 m. Ensure all other person have a distance to the copter of minimum 3 m.

DANGER – Propellers with cut surface Risk of injury! If the propellers are rotating don’t grab to the copter. Ensure all other person do not grab to the copter. Do not leave the copter unattended with battery connected to it. Always disconnect the battery when not flying.

DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost!
• Do not fly near people on the ground or objects in the air.
• Do not fly outside on rainy or windy days or at night.
• Do not fly near high tension lines, electrical substations, high structures or communication facilities.
• Never fly this aircraft where damage to property or injury to persons may result if loss of control occurs.
• Do not fly over gathering of people.
• Always fly in sight with the copter.
• Avoid flying over traffic on the ground.
• Always be prepared to make an emergency landing, without endangering others or damaging their properties.
• If you don’t have any experience with model helicopters or model multi-copters, practice with a flight simulator on the computer.ZX5 Operations Manual 51 CAUTION – Claims for damages! Never fly without an industrial insurance and a special aviation liability insurance! We recommend taking out a comprehensive insurance policy. A crash due to a mistake by the pilot or technical problems can never be excluded.

DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost! Do always examine the copter closely after a hard landing or a crash. A crooked arm or motor, for example, can cause bad flight characteristics. If you are unsure contact a Trimble service station!


# 13.2 Position Hold, flying in the GPS mode Purpose: Learning to fly the copter with GPS, compass and altitude control. Environmental conditions: Little up to no wind, lots of space, no obstacles, even and soft ground with low vegetation. Degree of difficulty: Simple Switch setting for starting: Remote control DC16: si: Mag control (forward) sh: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) Remote control DS14: se: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) sc: Neutral (middle position) sb: Neutral (middle position) Process:
• Start motors.
• Start: accelerate, let the copter climb vertical up to about 5 m height (make sure that the skids don’t get caught in vegetation. The copter would do a looping into the ground and egt damaged).
• Practice flying in all directions. Observe how the movement of the stick is converted by the copter. Try flying various figures e.g. circle, triangle, rectangle, figure of eight. Try a different method: only use the right stick to fly forward and the left stick to steer the direction. Turn the copter after a couple of meters flight path. You should end up at the starting point.ZX5 Operations Manual 52

• If you need a short brake or lose the orientation, just let go of the sticks. The copter will immediately keep its position and hover even if it is windy.
• Observe the battery voltage and the flight time. Consider that the landing takes a couple of minutes while your first flights and time it accordingly.
• Landing: reduce the acceleration slowly and attempt to descend vertical. On the last centimetres take the throttle away completely and switch off the motors immediately after touching the ground. You can also use the auto-landing function (only with integrated camera). Increase the degree of difficulty: a. Perform this exercise in lightly windy conditions. b. Turn the copter occasionally around 90/180/270 degrees and keep on operating him controlled.ZX5 Operations Manual 53



# 13.3 Start, hover and land manual Purpose: Learning how to fly the copter without GPS functions, but with compass and altitude control. You should repeat this exercise until you can start, land and fly confident. Environmental conditions: Little up to no wind, lots of space, no obstacles, even and soft ground with low vegetation. Degree of difficulty: Medium Switch setting for starting: Remote control DC16: si: Mag control (forward) sh: Manual flight (backward) Remote control DS14: se: Manual flight (backward) sc: Neutral (middle position) sb: Neutral (middle position) Process:
• Start motors.
• Start: accelerate, let the copter climb vertical up to about 5 m height.
• Practice flying in all directions without turning the copter.
• If you need a short brake or lose the orientation, activate the GPS position hold function (DC16: switch si in the middle position/ DS14: switch se in the middle position). The copter hovers on the spot and you can relax.
• Landing: reduce the throttle slowly and attempt to descend vertical. On the last centimetres take the throttle away completely and switch off the motors immediately after touching the ground. Increase the degree of difficulty: a) Perform this exercise in lightly windy conditions. b) Turn the copter occasionally around 90/180/270 degrees and keep on operating him controlled. Note:Even if flying with GPS is more easily always practice flying manual as well. There are different reasons for the GPS to be interrupted sometimes (e.g. satellite problems, atmospheric disturbances, other radio transmitters, etc.).ZX5 Operations Manual 54



# 13.4 Auto start Assistant Purpose: Learning to use the auto start function. Degree of difficulty: Simple Switch setting for starting: Remote control DC16: si: Mag control (forward) sh: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) Remote control DS14: se: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) sc: Neutral (middle position) sb: Neutral (middle position) Process:
• Start motors.
• Start: activate the auto start function by pushing the switch sc forward.
• The copter starts autonomous and hovers in about 2 m height. Note:Make sure that the skids don’t get caught in the vegetation.ZX5 Operations Manual 55



# 13.5 Auto landing Assistant
Attention: The auto landing should only be activated with an integrated camera, as the centre of gravity is different when there is no camera installed. Remain highly concentrated at all times. Purpose: Learning how to use the auto landing function. Degree of difficulty: Simple Switch setting for starting: Remote control DC16: si: Mag control (forward) sh: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) Remote control DS14: se: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) sc: Neutral (middle position) sb: Neutral (middle position) Process:
• Start motors.
• Start: accelerate, let the copter climb vertical up to about 30 m height.
• Activate the auto landing function by pulling the switch sc backward
. • The copter lands autonomous. Note:The rate of descent slows automatically in a height of 10 m.ZX5 Operations Manual 56



# 13.6 Coming Home Purpose: Learning how to use the coming home function. Degree of difficulty: Simple Switch setting for starting: Remote control DC16: si: Mag control (forward) sh: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) Remote control DS14: se: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) sc: Neutral (middle position) sb: Neutral (middle position) Process:
• Start motors
• Start: accelerate, let the copter climb vertical up to about 5 m height
• Fly away around 50 m.
• Activate the coming-home function by pushing the switch sh forward
. • The copter flies autonomous back to the starting point. Note:Make sure there are no obstacles in the copters way. If necessary cancel the coming home function by lightly moving one stick or by activating the position hold function with the switch sh (DC16) / se (DS14).ZX5 Operations Manual 57



# 13.7 Easy Move Purpose: Learning how to use the easy move mode. For this we will imagine the following situation: You want to film a car driving on a straight road. The car should approach from behind, pass the copter and then drive away to the front. The copter should fly slower than the car, parallel next to the road. The difficulty is flying the copter straight on and at the same time aligned with the car. That is no problem with the easy move mode. Degree of difficulty: Simple Switch setting for starting: Remote control DC16: si: Mag control (forward) sh: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) Remote control DS14: se: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) sc: Neutral (middle position) sb: Neutral (middle position) Process:
• Choose a starting point in the desired distance to the road only about 30 m before the place where the recording should start.
• Start the copter (when GPS ok).
• Align the copter along an imaginary line parallel to the road.
• Activate Easy Move. Push the switch sb forward, the current direction is now the front, inside the 20 m radius. Outside the 20 m radius the front is always on the imaginary line from the copter to the starting point.
• Bring the copter into the height you want.
• Align the copter backwards to the car.
• Start the recording of the video image.
• Fly parallel to the road in the desired speed by simple pushing the right stick forward.
• At the same time turn the copter with the left stick so that it is always aligned to the car.
• Latest after 150 m fly the copter back towards you by simply pulling the right stick backward or using the coming home function.
• Land the copter.ZX5 Operations Manual 58ZX5 Operations Manual 59



# 13.8 POI-Mode (Full Business upgrade) Purpose: Learning how to use the POI function. For this we will imagine the following situation: You want to fly around a tower in a defined non-varying distance and take pictures of it from all angles. Degree of difficulty: High Switch setting for starting: Remote control DC16: si: Mag control (forward) sh: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) Remote control DS14: se: GPS-Position-Hold (middle position) sc: Neutral (middle position) sb: Neutral (middle position) Process:
• Start the copter (when GPS ok).
• Fly exactly above the tower top (use the camera, which is directed vertically down, as help).
• Set this position as POI in the extended menu.
• For POI height set half of the height of the tower to record the total tower.
• Fly to the point where you want to start the recording of the video image.
• Start the POI mode (in the extended menu).
• Start the recording of the video image.
• Fly around the tower in your desired speed (simply by pushing the right stick to the left or the right for the whole time).
• Stop the recording of the video image.
• Deactivate POI mode (in the extended menu).
• Land the copter. Note:The POI position only stays memorised as long as the copter has power. If you change the batteries you have to set the POI again.ZX5 Operations Manual 60



# 13.9 Flying without compass (only possible with RC DC16) You can deactivate the automatic alignment function (compass) by putting the switch si in middle position (only DC16). If you fly without compass, all GPS functions don’t work. During the flight, it can happen that the copter turns itself due to wind or torsional moments. Try to compensate this manually. Observe closely the direction of the copter, so that you don’t lose the orientation. 

# 13.10 Flying without height control (only possible with RC DC16) You can deactivate the automatic height control by pulling the switch si backward (only DC16). If you fly without height control, all GPS functions and the compass don’t work. In this mode you have to steer the height, direction and position manual. This is the most complex flight mode. It is recommended that only experts use it.

DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost! If you switch the height control on or off during flight, it can cause an increase or loss of height (depending on the position of the throttle stick). You have to regulate the copter by using the throttle stick. Change the height control only if you have enough space over and under the copter, so that you have time to get accustomed to the new situation!ZX5 Operations Manual 61



# 13.11 Calibrating the compass The compass only has to be calibrated new in exceptional cases. Generally the calibration in the factory is sufficient. If you notice that the copter doesn’t fly direct to a waypoint, but flies circular around it, it can mean that the compass is not calibrated correctly. DANGER – Uncontrolled copter Risk of injury if control of the copter will be lost!If the compass is calibrated wrong, the copter cannot fly correctly! The pilot loses the control. The copter and around person and objects can get damaged! 

## 13.11.1 Testing the calibration of the compass You can test the correct calibration of the compass: Take the copter outside to a place without metal in a radius of a couple of meters.
• Put the copter on the ground and adjust it with the help of a commercially available compass towards the north.
• On the display of the remote control, telemetry data page 1, you should see a compass data of about 0°. The tolerance is +/-2 degrees.

• Tilt the copter slightly to the front but keep him facing north. The display is allowed to change only very minimal.
• Stand him back straight and tilt him to the left. The display still has to stay about 0°.
• Turn the copter 90° to the right. The display now has to show about 90°.
• Turn the copter again 90° to the right. The display now has to show about 180°.
• Turn the copter again 90° to the right. The display now has to show about -90°. If one compass point isn’t displayed correctly (more than +/- 2°), the compass has to be calibrated (see the next chapter). 

## 13.11.2 Calibrating the compass How to calibrate the compass:
• Go into the extended menu and choose: „Calibration - Compass“
• Press the menu button 3 (arrow down) to display: „Rotate around the Pitch-Axis“
• Now the X-sensor is being calibrated.
• Lift the copter up, align it towards the north and turn it around its pitch-axis. You will hear a signal (peep). Now turn the copter around this axis (at least one complete turn) and keep turning it until the signals stop. At the same time move the copter slightly to the left and right (about +/- 10 degree).ZX5 Operations Manual 62

• Press the menu button 3 (arrow down) again to display: „Rotate around the Roll-Axis“
• Now the Y-sensor is being calibrated.
• Lift the copter up, align it to the north turned 90° and turn it around the roll-axis. You will hear a signal again (peep). Now turn the copter around this axis (at least one complete turn) and keep turning it until the signals stop. At the same time move the copter slightly to the left and right (about +/- 10 degree).

• Press the menu button 3 (arrow down) again to display: „Again around the Roll-Axis“

• Now the Z-sensor is being calibrated.
• Lift the copter up, hold it just like before and turn it again around the roll-axis. You will hear again a signal (peep). Now turn the copter around this axis again (at least one complete turn) and keep turning it until the signals stop. At the same time move the copter slightly to the left and right (about +/- 10 degree).

• Press the menu button 3 (arrow down) to display: „Offset (XYZ)“

• Press the menu button 3 (arrow down) to display: „Scale (XYZ)“
• Test the calibration as described in the previous chapter.
• If the display differs in just one of the four points of the compass, you have to repeat the whole procedure.