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## Re: Application for Issuance ofSection 333 Exemption Based upon Exemption 11110 Issued to Trimble Navigation Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, My firm represents the Middle Snake Tamarac Rivers Watershed District ("MSTRWD") which herewith applies for the issuance ofan exemption under Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 based upon Exemption 11110 issued to Trimble Navigation Ltd. ("Trimble") on December 10, 2014 in FAADocket 2014-0367. MSTR WD is a local, special-purpose unit ofgovernment that works to solve and prevent water-related problems. The requested exemption would allow MSTR WD to operate the UX5 aircraft manufactured by Trimble or other Trimble aircraft approved for commercial operations under Exemption 11110, as amended, such as the UX5hp for which an amendment has been filed. MSTRWD notes that the FAA recently authorized use ofthe Trimble UX5 by a third party in Exemption No. 11257, Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2014-0889, on April 2, 2015, under updated conditions, and MSTRWD hereby confirms that it will accept such conditions as well as those set forth in Exemption No. 11240, Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2014-0894. The name and contact information for the applicant are: Danny Omdahl, Administrator Middle Snake Tamarac Rivers Watershed District 453 N. McKinley Street P.O. Box 154 Warren, MN 56762 Phone: (218) 745-4741 mstrwd@hotmail.com RichardM Lee richurdleet(iihrink!owrcrs.com 

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## MSTR WD intends to operate the UX5 or the UX5hp from Trimble and will operate it in strict compliance with the conditions set forth in Exemption 11110, as such conditions may be amended or modified by the FAA from time to time, as was done in Exemption Nos. 11240 and 11257, or such other conditions as the FAA shall specify, and the following manuals: 1) Trimble UX5 Data Sheet; and 2) Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide (User Guide) Copies ofthese manuals are attached. These manuals are very similarto the manuals submitted by Trimble in support ofthe issuance ofExemption 11110, updatedto reflect changes reported in Trimble's March 4, 2015 amendment to Exemption 11110. The manuals will be updatedby Trimble, as needed to reflect any changes to Exemption 11110, based on amendments thereto. MSTR WD acknowledges that under current FAA guidance a separate Certificate of Waiver orAuthorization ("COA") is required to fly at altitudes in excess of200 feet AGL, and itwill apply for COAs where required. ABC hereby requests a blanket COA for flights up to 200 feet AGL in the form approved by the FAA. MSTR WD will also file NOT AMs for its flights, as required. To the extent necessary, MSTRWD refers the FAAto the original exemption and the amended exemption requests submitted by Trimble inDocket FAA-2014-0367 for demonstration ofthe public interest and an equivalent level ofsafety. Because the UX5 and the UX5hp specified in this request are the same or, essentiallythe same, as the craft already approved in Exemption 11110, and MSTR WD will operate the aircraft in strict compliance with the conditions in existing exemptions previously granted by the FAA, or as they may be amended, notice need not be provided in the Federal Register norpublic comment solicited. Ifyou have any questions, please contact the undersigned.

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# I USER GUIDELegal Information Trimble Navigation limited 935 Stewart Drive Sunnyvale,california 94085 U.S.A. www.trimble.com Copyright and Trademarks © 2013-2015,Trimble Navigation limited. All rights reserved. Trimble andthe Globe andTriangle logo are trademarks ofTrimble Navigation limited, registered inthe UnitedStates and in other countries. Access is a trademark ofTrimble Navigation limited. Microsoftand Windows are either registered trademarks ortrademarks of MicrosoftCorporation inthe UnitedStates and/orothercountries. All othertrademarks are the property oftheir respective owners. COCOM limits The U.S. DepartmentofCommerce requires thatall exportable GPS products contain performance limitations so thatthey cannot be used in a mannerthatcould threatenthe security ofthe United States. The following limitations are implemented on this product: -Immediate access tosatellite measurements and navigation results is disabledwhenthe receivervelocity is computed to be greaterthan 1,000 knots,or its altitude is computedto be above 18,000 meters. The receiverGPS subsystem resets untilthe COCOM situation clears. As a result, all logging and stream configurations stop untilthe GPS subsystem is cleared. Notices United States Certification number: FCC ID HSW-DNT2400P. This equipment has beentested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuantto part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference whenthe equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipmentgenerates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance withthe instruction manual, may cause harmful interferenceto radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the userwill be required to correctthe interference athis own expense. Changes and modifications notexpressly approved by the manufacturer orregistrantofthis equipment can void yourauthority tooperate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission rules. Canada Under Industry canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna ofa type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved forthe transmitter by Industry canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen thatthe equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is notmore than that necessary forsuccessful communication. This device complies with Industry canada license-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subjecttothe following two conditions: (1) this device may notcause interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation ofthe device. This Class A digitalapparatus complies with canadian ICES-003. Certification numberiC: 4492A-DNT2400P. This apparatus complies with canadian RSS-210. Conformement

### aIa reglementation d'lndustrie canada, le present emetteur radio peutfonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inferieur) approuve pour l'emetteur par lndustrie canada. Dans le butde reduire les risques de brouillage radioelectrique

### a !'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne etson gain de sorte que Ia puissance isotrope rayonnee equivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne depasse pas l'intensite necessaire

### al'etablissementd'une communication satisfaisante. le present appareil estconforme auxCNR d'lndustrie canada applicables aux appareils radioexempts de licence. l'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateurde l'appareil doitacceptertout brouillage radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage estsusceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Cet appareil numerique de Ia classe A estconforme

### aIa norme NMB--003 ducanada. Numerique de certification IC: 4492A-DNT2400P. Cet appareil estconforme

### aIa norme CNR-210 du canada. Europe The product covered by this guide are intended to be used in all EU membercountries, Norway, and Switzerland. This equipmentis classified as Group 1, Class A equipmentaccording to EN 55011. Group 1 is applicable forall equipmentwithinthe scope of EN 55011 that is notclassified as Group 2 equipment,which contains all ISM RF equipment. Class A equipmentis equipmentsuitable for use in all establishments otherthan domestic. Using Oass A equipment in domesticenvironments may cause difficulties ensuring electromagnetic compatibility. CE Declaration ofConformity Hereby,Trimble Navigation, declares thatthis product is ( 

# E in compliance withthe essential requirements and other relevant provisions of:

- EMC Directive (2014/30/EU)

- Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU)

- RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) -Machine Directive (2006/42/EC) Note-Deviationfrom Mochine directive2006/42/EC: The CE markingfor the UX5system isplacedon the Trimble UX5eBoxandis only visible when the eBoxis removedfrom the Trimble UX5 wing. Japan Certification numbers forthe DNT2400P RFM radio module: 007WWCUL0739 and 003UVA110681 Brazil Este produto esta homologado pela Anatel, de acordo com os procedimentos regulamentados pela**Resolu~ao** n•. 242/2000 e atende aas requisites tecnicos aplicados, incluindo as limites de**exposi~ao** da Taxa de**Absor~ao** Espedfica referente a campos eletricos, magm>ticos e eletromagneticos de radiofrequencia de acordo com as**Resolu~oes** n•. 303/2002 e 533/2009. Manterdistiincia minima de 2,5 em docorpo humano. Para maiores**informa~Cies,** consulte o site da ANA TEl www.anatel.gov.br. Australia and New Zealand This product conforms with the regulatory requirements of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) EMCframework,thus satisfying the requirements for C-Tick Marking andsale withinAustralia and New Zealand. Taiwan -Battery Recycling Requirements 

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Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 2FCC Dedaration ofConformity We, Trimble Navigation Umited. 935 Stewart Drive PO Box 3642 Sunnyvale, CA 94088-3642 United States +1-408-481-8000 Declare undersole responsibilitythat DoC productscomply with Part 15ofFCC Rules. Operation is subjectto thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation. 

# Environmental hazards The product complies with international RoHS regulations. 

## Toxic and hazardous substances and elements

lithium polymer 

### X 

### 0 0 0 rechargeable battery Power supply 

### X 

### 0 0 0 Printed circuit board 

### X 

### 0 0 0 assembly Radio module 

### X 

### 0 0 0 Chassis 

### 0 0 0 0 Plastic enclosure 

### 0 0 0 0 Paper manual 

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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 theAerial Imaging software 14 Projects, missions, blocks, and flights 16 Project phases 17 Software overview 18 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 theflights 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 theTablet batteries 55 Charging the camera batteries 55 Checking the camera 55 Pairing thetransmitterwith thetracking receiver 60 Locating yourequipment 60 

### 4 Completing a Flight 62 Importingthe project 63 Validating the blocks 63 Validating theflights 63 Dealing with sudden weather changes 64 Completing theflight checklist 65 Monitoringtheflight 79 Landing the UX5 89

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Completing the post-flight checklist 91 Disassembling the launcher 92 

### 5 Analysis and Export 

### 94 Transferring the images 95 Returning the projectto the Aerial Imaging Desktop software 95 Exporting flight data for processing 

### 96 

### 6 Troubleshooting 

### 98 Errors and warnings 99 Landing issues 104 Aerial Imaging software issues 105 eBox LED status 106 Technical support 106 

### 7 Specifications and Settings 

### 107 UX5 specifications 108 Camera specifications 109 Camera settings 110 Battery charger settings 121 UX5 battery safety 121 

### A Country-Specific Regulatory Information 

### 131 FAA conditions and limitations ofoperation 132 

### Glossary 

### 137

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# Introduction

• The UXS aerial imaging rover • Parts ofthe UXS aerial imaging rover • Solution components • Flight case contents • Insertingthe eBox and camera • Installing the Aerial Imaging software • Projects, missions, blocks, and flights • Project phases • Software overview 

## CHAPTER 

# 1

The Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution User Guide provides detailed information about operating the components oftheTrimble® UXS aerial imaging solution. Even ifyou have used other unmanned aviation systems before, please read this user guide carefully to familiarize yourselfwith the UXS aerial imaging solution.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 61 Introduction 

# The UXS aerial imaging rover The Trimble UXS 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 UXS aerial imaging rover follows a pre-programmed path where takeoff, flight, and landing require minimal human intervention. If required, the crew operatingthe aircraft from the ground can interveneto change theflight 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 ortoterminate theflight early and complete a safe landing. The UXS aerial imaging rover holds a camera thattakes aerial images overthe defined area. During theflight, all pictures are acquired at aspecified 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:

• Orthophoto creation • Digital Elevation Model (OEM) or Digital Surface Model (DSM) • Photogrammetry The resulting data is useful for a range ofapplications, including:

• Topographical surveying, particularly in remote or difficultto access areas, typical in the mining and dredging industries • Vegetation monitoring • Infrastructure mapping 

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

Humidity Air pressure Temperature Air density 

### 0% 1013.25 hPa (760 mm Hg) 15 "C (59 "F) 1.225 kg/m 3 (0.0761b/ft3)

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# Parts ofthe UXS aerial imaging rover The main parts ofthe UXS aerial imaging rover are shown below. 

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## Bottom view

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# • 0 Camera lens hole 

# • Motor 

# 0 Propeller 

# 8 Launcher slat 

# e Propeller nut 

# 0 Winglet

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# Solution components The UXS aerial imagingsolution comprises the following components:

• UXS aerial imaging rover • Camera • Ground control station • Launcher • Tracker (optional) 

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

## Camera The camera captures images during theflight. 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 1filter. 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 UXS aerial imaging roverfrom the ground. It comprises theTrimbleTablet running theTrimble AccessrM Aerial Imaging software. The Trimble UXS modem is connected to theTablet to enable radio communication to the unmanned aircraft. 

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

## Tracker The tracker consists ofatransmitter inserted in the body ofthe UXS aerial imaging rover and a receiver. Ifrequired, the receiver is used to track the transmitter signal so the UXS 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 distributorwhat 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 theflight case. Check offthe components againstthe illustration belowto ensure thatyou have all ofthe components you need for a successful flight:



# 0 f) 

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# G)''' 

# • UXS battery charger and charge cable 

# 0 Spare camera battery and camera battery charger 

# 0 Lens cleaning paper 

# • Pre-moistened lens cloth 

# • Pitot cover, tools and optional spare parts



### Note- Some componentsare smallparts that are easily lost. To avoid this, assoon asyou unpack them:

- insert the camera batteryandSO cardinto the camera.

- attach the GPSandRFantennas to the eBox. See Inserting the eBoxand camera,page 12.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 111 Introduction 

### Note- According to ICAO/IATA regulations, Lithiumpolymerbatteriesmustbe carriedin handluggage when transporting thesystem byair. 

### Note- Thefollowing partsofthe Trimble UXS aerial imaging solution are considereddual-use: the eBox, Trimble Tablet andlauncher. Dual-use goods areproductsandtechnologiesnormally used for civilian purposesbut which mayhavemilitaryapplications. Under EU regulations, controlleditemsmaynotleave the EU customsterritory withoutan exportauthorization. Additionalrestrictionsare also inplace concerning theprovision of brokering services with regard to dual-use itemsandconcerning the transit of such itemsthrough the EU. The same is true when exporting goodsfrom anycountryoutside the EU to anyothercountryoutside the EU. 

# Inserting the eBox and camera The eBox and camera are stored insidethe UXS body in theflight case.

1. Unpack the UXS 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 thetop side ofthe eBox.

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4. Insertthe eBox into the eBox cavity ofthe UXS body, sliding the bottom end into the cavity and then pressing down so thatthe connector on the rear plugs into the connector in the UXS body.

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WARNING- Always disconnect the battery from the aircraft before inserting or removing the eBox from the UXS body. Ifthe battery is still connected, you risk damaging the electronics inside the UXS body. For information on disconnecting the battery, see Removing the battery, page 52. 5. Insertthe screw into the hole ofthe eBox and screw the eBox into place using aTlOTorx screwdriver. 6. Ifyou are using the: Sony a5100 camera Note- Make sure that the SonyNEX-5 adapterpieces and the /R LED trigger cable are removed from the payloadbay. Do not use anysharp toolsfor this.

a. Insertthe adapter piece into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Connect the USB cable to the camera and to the connectorfrom the eBox. Insertthe eBox connection vertically into the cavity.

c. Insert the camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro strap. Sony NEX-5 camera Note -Make sure that the Sonya5100 adapterpiece and the USB triggercable are removedfrom the payloadbay. Do not use anysharp toolsfor this.

a. Insertthetwo adapter pieces into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Insert theIR LED cable into the cable duct: a. Without using any sharp tools, position the LED vertically in the round opening and gently push the cable into the duct. b. Connect theIR LED cable connectorto the connector from the eBox and insert the connection vertically into the cavity.

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c. CovertheIR LED with the protection cap. The cap should be flush with the surface.

c. Insertthe camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro strap. Note 

### -Afterinserting andsecuring the camera, checkthe shutterspeedas the settings controlmight have spun andchangedthe 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 theTablet. The field software provides all ofthe functionality included in the office software. In addition, you can use the field softwareto monitorthe aircraft during flight. 

## Aerial Imaging Desktop installation

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

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 141 Introduction



### • not installed theTrimble Access Installation Manager before, go to www.trimble.comltaim for installation information. Make sure you download and install theTAIM Online version. • previously installed theTrimble Access Installation Manager, you do not need to reinstall it because it updates itselfautomatically. 2. Make sure you

### do not have aTablet orotherTrimble controller connected to the office computer. 3. Select Start

## IAllPrograms 

## I Trimble Access Installation Managerto start the Installation Manager. 4. Select the Trialsoftwaretab. 5. Select theAerialImaging Desktop check box. 6. Click Create license. 

### 7. The Trimble Access Installation Manager switches to the Licensedapplications tab and shows the now licensed Aerial Imaging Desktop software. 8. Click Install. 

### For further information on updatingthe software, refer to the Help file in theTrimble Access Installation Manager. To viewthe Help file, select theTrimble icon in thetop left, and then select Help. 

# Aerial Imaging Tablet installation When you first turn on theTablet, you must installtheWindows® 7 operating system. To do this you mustset a user name and password fortheTablet. The installation ofWindows 7takes about 5 minutes.

1. To install theAerial Imaging software on theTablet, use theTrimbleAccess Installation Manager. lfyou have:

• not installed theTrimble Access Installation Manager before, go to www.trimble.comltaim for installation information. • previously installed theTrimble Access Installation Manager, you do not need to reinstall it because it updates itselfautomatically. 2. Select Start

## I AllPrograms 

## I Trimble Access Installation Managerto startthe Installation Manager. 3. Make sureAerialImaging is selected in the product bar. 4. In the Licensedapplications tab, select theAerialImaging check box and then click Install. 

### For further information on howto install or updateyour software and license file, refer to the Help file in theTrimble Access Installation Manager. To viewthe Help file, select theTrimble icon in the top left, and then select Help.

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## Software notifications The software notification service is installed on your office computer orTrimbleTablet along with theTAIM software. The service uses the Windows notification area, which appears at thefar right of theWindows taskbar. The service notifies you when newerversions ofthe Aerial Imaging software are available. Notifications occur once aweek until you have updated your system. To run TAIM and install updates, click the notification message. Alternatively, click the ShowHidden Icons arrow in theWindows taskbar and then double-click theTrimble Access Installation Manager icon. To manually check for updates, click the ShowHidden Icons arrow in theWindows taskbar and then right-click theTrimble Access Installation Manager icon and select Checkfor updates. 

## Updating the eBox firmware The Aerial Imaging software automatically checks that the eBox firmware is up to datewhen the connection between the GCS and the UXS is established during the flight checklist procedure. If firmware updates are available you are prompted to perform an update. Ittakes about 30 minutes to updatethe eBoxfirmware. To manually initiate afirmware update, tap Checking thefirmware version in the Maintenance screen. Ifthefirmware version is out ofdate, tap Update.

1. When the Updatefirmware checklist appears, do one ofthefollowing:
• To dismiss the update checklist, tap 

# X.
• To startthefirmware update, tap 

# V. The update checklist appears. 2. When prompted, attach the modem. Tap)to updatethe modem firmware. 3. When prompted, connect the download cable. Tap)to updatethe eBox firmware. 4. The eBox firmware 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 A

### project consists ofone or more

### missions. Missions represent the areas to be aerially photographed. A

### mission 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 SO 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 a 

### flight can cover one or more blocks, as long as thetotal flight timeforthe blocks is less than SO minutes. For example, afarmer wants to aerially photograph his potato fields. The farmer has two potato fields, located SOO m apart from each other. In his project, he creates a mission area for each field.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 161 Introduction By default, each mission area consists ofone block. Onefield 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 oneflight. Therefore, thefarmer splits the mission area into two blocks. He could split the mission area intotwo equal blocks of35 minutes, butthen thatwould result in three separate blocks that have to be flown as three separate flights. Instead, thefarmer splits the large mission area into one 45 minute block and one 25 minute block. Then the farmer adds the new25 minute block to theflight forthe existing 20 minute block. The farmer can now map both mission areas in twoflights, 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 aflight regularly, for exampleto track changes or progress overthe mission area. 

### Note- Projectplanning is usually done in the office. Blockand flightplanning can bepreparedin the office butmustbe validatedin thefield afterchecking actualconditions. 

# Project phases The typical phases ofa project are:

• Project definition: In the office you can define one or more missions, adding details such as background maps, avoidance zones, and textfields ifrequired. The area, ground sample distance {GSD}, and the amount ofimage overlap are defined for each mission. • 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 customizethe GSD, height, and image overlap. In thefield, you must validate the block properties to take into account the actual wind direction and environment. • Flight definition: In the office you can prepare one or moreflights to cover the block(s} and suggest thetakeoffand landing locations. In thefield you mustvalidatetheflight properties, including the selected takeoffand landing locations. The flight checklist is completed to ensure thatthe system is ready fortheflight. • Flight scheduling: Flight scheduling is completed outside ofthe Aerial Imaging software. Checks forflight permissions, weather, and site suitability are completed and theflight is scheduled. Before heading to the site, all equipment is checked for any damage from previous flights and all batteries are fully charged. • Flight operation: After launching the UX5 aerial imaging rover, theflight is monitored using the ground control station. Afterthe UX51ands, the post-flight checklist is completed totransfer theflight data to theTablet. • Analysis and export:The flight and captured images are analyzed to make surethey are synchronized and the data is exported in the appropriate file format for image processing. • Image processing: The data collected duringtheflight is processed using image processing software such as Trimble Business Center software.

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# Software overview

• The Home screen • The Projects screen • Software tabs • Title bar buttons • Status icons 

## 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:

# {:!~Trimble.

• Create a new project or import a project. Alternatively, browse to the Projects screen to view available projects. See The Projects screen, page 19. • Change system settings. See Changing the system settings, page 21. • 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

# 0 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 projectthumbnails. To view project details, click

### ~ beside a project name in the list. You must select a project before any ofthefollowing buttons except 

# 1), and

# tJ are enabled:

Create a new project. Import a project .gwtfile. 

### Note- Import is 

### not backwards compatible withprevious versions oftheAerialImaging software. Export the project .gwtfile Creating a project, page 25 Importingthe project, page 63

Exporting the project, page 43 Export project data as .jxl or .csv/.txtfiles for Exporting flight data for processing. processing, page 96 

### Note- Export to .jxlor.csv/txt is backwards compatible withprevious versions oftheAerial Imaging software. Copy the contents ofthe project. By default, the check boxto copy flights and flight data is selected, but ifyou do not wantto copy the project contents, clear the check box. Open the project. The 

### Map layers screen appears. Delete the project and associated flight data, including images. 

### Note- This behaviordiffersfrom previous versions of AerialImaging, where deleting a project didnot delete the images associated with aproject. Creating the mission, page 27

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## Software tabs The Aerial Imaging software provides atabular workflow. The tabs allowyou to easily move between the different levels ofproject information and phases ofa project. Most screens in the software provide access to thefollowing tabs:



### 02\ \C::) 

# .! Map layers tab Blocks tab
Flights tab
Flight checklisttab Dashboardtab Post-flightchecklisttab 

## Title bar buttons Add a map, and create a mission. Add blocks to the mission, and set block properties, such as the GSD and height for the block. Add flights, and define flight properties, such as the takeoffand landing locations. Complete theflight checklist. Monitorthe UXS during flight. Transfer theflight data from the UXS to theTablet.

The title bar ofthe software includes thefollowing buttons:



# B Save the project. 

# ? ViewtheAerialImaging Help and the softwareAboutdialog. 

# X Close the software. []] Return to the Projects screen. 

# 1t Return to the Home screen.

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# Status icons At the bottom ofeach screen, thefooter shows thefollowing information:

GPS coordinates ofthe location ofthe cursor on the map. GPS coordinates ofthe location ofthe GCS. GPS coordinates ofthe location ofthe 

## uxs. The battery level oftheTablet.

During flight, thefollowing information is shown: lfthe GCS has no GPS connection, this icon is red and thetext "not available" is displayed. Ifthe UXS has no GPS connection, this icon is not displayed. Ifyou are using the Aerial Imaging Desktop software, this icon is not displayed.

Distance between the GCS and the aircraft, projected perpendicular onto the GCS reference plane; azimuth from the GCS to 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 ofthefollowing:

• Click 

# V to accept the settings and then click

# 11"to return to the Home screen. • Click 

# X to discard the changes you have made to the settings and return to the Home screen.

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## General settings Use the settings in the 

### Generalgroup to specify:

• The language used forthe Aerial Imaging software and help file. • The source for online maps. 

### Note- Trimble does notguarantee the accuracy of anymapping data source. It is your responsibility to double-check theprecision ofthe coordinates. • Preferred units for speed, distance, altitude, and area. • Automatic generation ofoneflight. 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 thetabs. Experienced users may prefer to clear this check box and create their own flights. 

## Network settings Use the settings in the

### Network group to specify the proxy settings for the 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 mayneedto configure the Internetproxysettings before you can view online maps. For the correctsettings to use, consultyournetworkadministrator. 

## Autopilot settings Use the settings in the

### Autopilotgroup to specify the communication timeout settings. Enter avalue between 20 seconds and 1800 seconds {30 minutes). The defaultvalue is 120 seconds {2 minutes). 

### Note- The countryyou are operating in mayhave regulationsprescribing the minimum communication timeoutsetting thatyou mustuse. Make sure you are aware ofthese and thatyou use the regulated minimum settingfor your location. 

# Performing maintenance To perform maintenance on the body ofthe UXS or on the launcher,

## click~ in the 

### Home screen to view maintenance procedures. Alternatively, refer to the 

### Trimble UXSAerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. The following maintenance procedures are available:

• Replacing the drive unit • Replacing a servo

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• Replacing a propeller blade • Replacing the camera filter • Replacing awinglet orwinglet screw • Checking the pitottube • Replacing the launcher cord • Replacing the wheels ofthe launcher dock Check the UXS 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 pracedures, contactyourTrimble distributor. In addition, the Maintenance screen allows you to check thefirmware version ofthe eBox, and if necessary updatethefirmware. For more information, see Updating the eBox firmware, page 16. To exit the Maintenance screen and return to the Home screen, click

# 1tin thetitle bar.

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# Planning a Project

• Creating a project • Preparing the project map • Defining the blocks • Obstacle clearances • Defining theflights • Exporting the project • Checking flight permissions and conditions 

## CHAPTER 

# 2

This chapter describes howto plan a project.

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# Creating a project To create a new project, do one ofthefollowing:

• in the Home 

### screen, click 

# [i, and enterthe name ofthe new project in the pop-up field. The Map layers 

### screen forthe new project appears. • ·In the Projects 

### screen, click 

# [i, and enterthe name ofthe new project in the pop-up field. The t 

### new project appears in the Projects 

### list. Click

## E7 to open the project. The Map layers 

### screen appears. Note - Names of projects, mission areas, blocks, andflights can contain thefollowing characters: A-Z, a-z, 0-9, dash (-), space (}, andunderscore 

### L). 

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

### tab. See:

• Adding a background map, page 25 • Creating the mission, page 27 • 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.

• 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 orout, or pan untilyou viewthe preferred map area. Note- The online map is always available as a layerandcannot be deleted. You can have onlyone online map layerperproject.


### • To use an offline map, click@and then

# click~- Use thetoolbarthat 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 levellO, which corresponds to approximately 95 m per pixel (0.06 miles per pixel).

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 252 Planning a Project The offline map layer ensures you will be able to viewthe map background duringtheflight, if you do not have an Internet connection in the field. You can have multiple offline map layers in a project. • 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 theWGS84 UTM datum and be less than 120MB in size. It must use no compression or LWZ file compression only. To generate a background map using theTrimble Business CenterAP module, create an orthomosaic selecting "Low" resolution and "TIFF" for thefile format. To add the GeoTifffile in Aerial Imaging, click

# fj, Navigate to the location ofthefile, 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 KML file. New layers appear above a selected layer. Ifnothing is selected, it becomes the top layer. Layers at thetop ofthe list appear as thetop-most layers on the map. To hide a layer, click

# 0 next to the layer name. To show a hidden layer, click next to the layer name. To disable any manipulation ofa layer, click

# anext to the layer name. To remove a layerthat is no longer required, select the layer in the list and then click 

# lillJ 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 nowedit the name. The online map cannot be renamed. Use the 

# + and - buttons to zoom in and zoom out ofthe map. Click

# IIJ to display the map grid lines. r ., Use the L
.. button, to zoom the map and all of its layers to the best view. Ifyou are viewing the map on theTablet 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.

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## A button is available. Click 

## A to centerthe map on the current UXSiocation. 

## 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

# Q. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map, allowing you to add a polygonal or rectangular area. b. Click the appropriate shape on thetoolbar and then drawthe shape ofthe mission area on the map:

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

# V. The mission layer appears in the map layers list to the right. To clear the shape, click 

# X. c. To edit the mission area, select the area on the map or in the map layers list and then click 

# t?.

• To resize or reshape the area, click and movethe boundary points on the map. • To reposition the area, click and move it on the map . • To add or delete boundary points orto rotate the shape, use thetoolbarthat appears on the map. To confirm your changes, click 

# V, or click 

# X to undo your changes. 

### Note 

### -Itis notpossible to addor remove boundarypointsfor a rectangulararea. 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 thefollowing:

a. Select the type ofsensorthatyou 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 100m (328ft). For more information, see GSD and height, page 28. c. Enterthe image forward

### (~)and side overlap 

## ([!;illl). The defaultvalue is 80%. For more information, see Image forward and side overlap, page 28. The mission properties also showthe size ofthe mission area. 

### Note - 

### It is notpossible to change the missionproperties when a mission is locked.

Trimble UXS Aerial imaging Solution User Guide 272 Planning a Project Tip- To disable editing ofthe mission area or mission properties, click 

# i nextto 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 em (1.0 ")when using the Sony a5100 sensor and 3.2 em (1.3 ") when usingthe Sony NEX-5 sensor. The smaller thevalue in the GSDfield, the more detailed the images. You should always specify a value equal to or smallerthan the resolution required in thefinal orthophotos, afterthe images are processed. Ifthevalue in the GSDfield is largerthan thefinal resolution required, then the images acquired duringtheflight will not be detailed enough and the image processing softwarewill need to interpolate additional pixels. This will result in images that do not have the expected resolution. The GSDfield and the height at which the UX5 aerial imaging roverflies are linked. The higherthe unmanned aircraftflies, the largerthe distance on the ground represented by each pixel in the images acquired duringtheflight:

Minimum: 75 m (246ft) 100 m (328ft) 150 m (492ft) Maximum: 750 m (2460ft) 2.0 em (0.8 ") 2.6 em (1.0 ") 3.9 em (1.5 ") 19.6 em (7.7 ") 2.4 em {0.9 ")

..................................... 3.2 em (1.3 ") 4.8 em (1.9 ") 23.9 em (9.4 ") You will first specify the GSD value forthe mission when you create the mission area. This determinesthe default height used for all blocks in that mission. For example, ifyou enter4.8 em in the GSD field when using the Sony NEX-5 sensor, the unmanned aircraft will fly at 150m {492ft). During block definition you can adjustthe height for each block, taking into account the specific obstacles in the block. 

### Image forward and side overlap The defauItvalue 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 itmayprevent (large) parts of the dataset being adjustable in the Trimble Business Centersoftware due to the lackoftie points, especially where theflight height was low orwhere the area contains treesorothertall objects, orareas that lacktexture. By defaulttheforward

### (~)and side overlap

### (~II) values are linked, so thatwhen onevalue changes, the othervalue changes accordingly. To "break" the link so thatthe overlap values can be set independently, click 

# 8
. To re-establish the link, click 

# S:•.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 282 Planning a Project A higher overlap results in:

• better accuracy • a higher density offlight lines on the area • a higher numberofimages to process • longer processing times for images • longerflight duration forthe same area Select the overlap value foryour mission based on the accuracy, flight duration, and the numberof images you require. 

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

• avoidance zones • KMLfiles containing lines, points, images, and polygons • .csv files containing ground control points (GCPs) 1. To create an avoidance zone: a. Click@and then

# r&J. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map, allowingyou to add a polygonal, rectangular, or ellipsoidal area. b. Click the appropriate shape on thetoolbar and then drawthe shape ofthe avoidance zone on the map:

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

# V. The avoidance zone appears in the list tothe right. To clear the shape, click 

# X. c. To edit the avoidance zone, select the zone on the map or in the map layers list and then click

# t:?.

• To resize or reshape the avoidance zone, click and movethe boundary points on the map. • To reposition the avoidance zone, click and move it on the map. • To add or delete the boundary points orto rotate the shape, use thetoolbarthat appears on the map. To confirm your changes, click 

# V. To undo your changes, click 

# X

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Note 

### -Itis notpossible toaddor remove boundarypoints for a rectangularorellipsoidal zone. Tip- To disable editing ofthe avoidance zone, click 

# i nextto the avoidance zone name. d. Repeat the steps aboveto add as many avoidance zones as required. Note - 

### The mission area andthe 

### +I-200m 

### {+/- 656ft) required for turnsshouldnotoverlap any avoidance zone on themap. Ifthe mission area is orange, you mustmove the area outofthe avoidance zone. 2. Click

# 'Ej to add thefollowing types offiles as layers: • A KML file thatyou have previously downloaded from Google Maps. • Ground control points (GCPs) contained in a .csv file. The format forthe .csv file is: Identifier, Latitude, Longitude, Altitude. The coordinates must be in theWGS84 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 defined in the office. Each mission area defined fora project is automatically covered by one block. The block appears in the list to the right and as ayellowshape on the map. The map does not contain any blocks ifyou have notyet 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 UXS 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 thetop ofthe map. Define more blocks as required to:

• Cover the entire mission area. You will need to add more blocks ifthe estimated timefor a block exceeds 50 minutes. The flight time can be viewed in the block properties. • Cover different parts ofthe mission at different heights to deal with differences in terrain. • 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 numberof flights.

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### The 

### Blocks tab, for an example mission and block, is shown below:

To edit blocks: Note - 

### Blocks with the statusicon.or.have been flown andcannot be edited. 1. To updatethe prevailing wind direction to match the expected conditions in thefield: a. Tap thewind direction arrow in the top right corner ofthe map and drag it so that it indicates the direction ofthewind at the site. The flight lines rotate accordingly. Note- 

### To ensuresmooth turns andlimitedheadwindandtailwindduringflight, it is important to correctlyindicate theprevailing winddirection. However, to disable the controloftheflight lines bywinddirection, click$nextto the blockname in the list. To manuallyadjust the direction oftheflight lines, tap theflight lines in the mapandrotate as required. Alternatively, enterthe rotation angle of the flight lines in the

# 0 field. This is useful when the mission/block area is a narrowrectangle, in which case you shouldalwaysput theflight lines along the longest side of the rectangle, independent from the winddirection. b. Iftheflight lines change to red, 

### this indicates that one or moreflight lines (including the additional+/- 200m(+/- 656ft} required for turns) 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 defaultthe block inherits the properties ofthe mission. Ifrequired, edit the height (or GSD} 

### and image overlap values for the block, taking into account specific obstacles in the block. Images are not acquired untilthe

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### unmanned aircraft climbs to the specified height. The software estimates thetotal flight time needed to cover the block. The estimated flight time does not include thetimeto get to and from thetakeoffand landing locations. The block properties also showthe size ofthe block area and the mission to which the block belongs. 3. Ifthe estimated flight duration exceeds SO minutes, awarning indication

# A appears next to the block name in the list. Ifthewarning appears then you mustsplit the block:

a. Select the block and then click 

## tf?. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map that allows you to split the block. b. Click Efl. By defaultthe block is divided through the center ofthe rectangular boundary boxsurrounding the block area, perpendicularto thewind direction. c. To change the cut, manipulatethe boundary points ofthe dividing line. d. Click

# V 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 untiltheflight duration ofall blocks is less than SO minutes, because you need to also consider thetakeoffand landing time. f. To undo a split, select one ofthe blocks thatyou want to combine and click 

## tf?. From the toolbarthat appears on the map, click Efland then select the other block to merge. You can only merge adjacent blocks. Click

# V to confirm the merge. The properties ofthefirst selected block are used forthe merged block. 4. To use a left turn or a right turn to enterthe block duringflight,

## click~**or~.** This setting also defines thefirst waypoint thatthe UXS will fly to. 

## Managing blocks To hide a block, click

# 0 next to the block name. To show a hidden block, click · next to the block name. To copy the default block ofa mission, select the block in the list or on the map and then click

# [LJ belowthe list. The new block has the size ofthe original mission area and the properties ofthe selected block. Copying a block is useful ifyou need to scan the same mission area using different GSD and overlap values. To remove a block that is no longer required, select the block and then click 

# liiiJ. lfthe block was created by splitting a block, all other blocks that were part ofthe splitting action are also removed. If 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.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 322 Planning a Project To rename a block, select the block in the list and then click on the block's name. You can nowedit the name. Note- 

### Blocks with the statusicon(!)or.have been andcannotbe renamed, changed, orremoved. However, you can copy the blockandthen edit the copy. 

# Obstacle clearances When defining aflight, you must ensure thatthe selected takeoffand landing locations are clear of obstacles. Obstacle clearances for each stage oftheflight are shown below. When you arrive atthe site, visually check thetakeoffand landing locations to ensure thatthe selected locations are free ofobstacles. 

## Obstacle clearances for takeoff From 0 m (takeoff location) to SO m: Within thefirst SO m (164ft), there must be a clear area free ofobstacles within 30" tothe left and right ofthe launch direction. From SO m to 280m: From thefirst SO m (164ft) and within 280m (919ft), obstacles must not appear above the safety line determined by a 1S" safety angle and within 2S m (82ft)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 25m (82ft) below it:



## Obstacle clearances for descent DCC DOC 

### D G 

## uuu n r::: r:: DCC DCG

When entering the landing orbit, no obstacles must appearwith a 300m (984ft) radius ofthe center ofthe orbit. Once the UX5 has descended 25m from the cruise flight height, the required obstaclefree area has a radius of 150m (462ft).

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## Obstacle clearances for landing Once you confirm the landing, the UXS starts thefinal leg ofthe landing. Along thefinal leg ofthe landing, there must be a clear area free ofobstacles within 15mtothe left and right ofthe landing direction.

In thefinal leg ofthe landing, no obstacles must appear in theyellow zone shown in thevertical cross section ofthe landing. In addition, the landing location must be free ofobstacles and meetthe minimum size indicated:

• Linear landing

J.-,,,,
.........**~Hm t~n**  1-JSrn

• Curved landing

Trimble UXS 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 82). To successfully abort theflight, extra clearances should be taken into account:

• Linear landing abort clearance

• Curved landing abort clearance

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# Defining the flights To define flights, select the 

### Flights tab. Note- 

### You must validate in thefield any flights you have defined in the office. The 

### Flights tab, for an example flight where takeoffand landing are planned but not fixed, is shown below:

Ifthe auto-generateflight setting is enabled in the

### Settings screen, the software automatically generates aflight including block 1 (the top-most block). Aflight can cover morethan one block, and blocks can be linked to morethan oneflight. 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 for the mission area(s). To add aflight, click .11}-e. A new entry appears in the list. Aflight can have the following status:

• No icon: Not flown 

# • <!>: Flown and settings frozen 

# • 0: Flown, log files downloaded and settings frozen To copy aflight, select theflight in the list or on the map and then click

# CtJ belowthe list. Copying a flight is useful ifyou want to repeat aflight and keep the data ofboth flights. To remove a flight that is no longer required, select the flight and then click 

# Iilli belowthe list. Note - 

### This removes theflight data stored on the Tabletfor thisflight.

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To rename aflight, select theflight in the list and then click the flight name. You can now edit the name. To define aflight, see:

• Setting thetakeoffparameters, page 38 • Setting the landing properties, page 39 • Adding blocks to the flight, page 41 • Managing the routes between blocks, page 41 • Simulating the flight, page 42 Note - 

### Flights with the statusicon

# (9

# ore have been flown andcannot be renamed, changed, or removed. However, you can copy theflight andthen edit the copy. 

## Setting the takeoff parameters

1. To set the takeoffparameters, 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: • 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 takeoffpin appears on the map with an arrow indicating thetakeoff heading and shows the "Planned and not active" 

# • status**icon~).** You can add as many takeoff locations as you want. Click

# V to confirm the added locations. • 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 10m ofa planned pin, the planned pin is fixed. Otherwise, a new pin with the fixed status is added to the map. The takeoffpin appears on the map with an arrow indicating thetakeoff heading and shows the "Fixed and not active" status icon

# 8. You can fix as many takeoff locations as you want. • Click thetakeoffpin on the map or use the drop-down menu in the 

### Takeoff properties to select any defined location. The takeoff pin status changes to "Active". orGJ. Note 

### -Each takeofflocation comes with defaultparameters (for example, the heading is set into the winddirection). Ifyou change the heading, the takeofflocation is updatedaccordingly. Ifyou use this location in another flight, the heading is set 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

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### takeoff, page 33. By default, thetakeoff heading is set into the wind direction set in the 

### Blocks tab. Alternatively, enterthe heading forthe selected pin in theefield. 

### Note -Alwaystryto takeoff into the wind. Thispreventsa higherlaunch speedanda higher riskof launchfailures. 4. When theflight has a block linked to it orwhen the landing has been defined, thetakeoffroute is displayed. To editthetakeoff route, click and drag thewaypoints on the map. Tip- To use a leftturn or a rightturn to enter the block,

## click~ or

## ~ in the block properties in the 

### Blocks tab. This setting also defines the first waypointthat the UXS will fly to. The takeoff route is updated to match the type ofturn selected. 

### 5. To delete atakeoff location,

# click~ in thetoolbaron top ofthe map and then from the map select thetakeoffpin thatyou wantto remove. You can delete as many takeoff locations as you want. Click

# V to confirm the deleted locations. 

## Setting the landing properties For additional safety, theAerial Imaging software enables you to set 

### alternative landing parameters. These alternative landing locations are useful if:

• The preferred landing location is suddenly unavailable dueto a sudden obstacle in the landing clearance zone. • The wind direction changes duringtheflight and the alternative landing location is better suited to the new conditions. To set landing properties:

1. In the 

### Flight tab click
.. beside theflight and then click
.. beside 

### Landing. Atoolbar appears on top ofthe map. 2. To set the landing location, do one ofthefollowing: • To add a new location without GPS: In theAerial 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 

# V to confirm the added locations. • To add a new location using GPS: In theAerial Imaging Tablet software, physically go to the landing location and then click@. Ifthe location you wantto fix lies within 10m ofa planned pin, the planned pin is fixed. Otherwise, a new pin with thefixed 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

# 8.

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You can fix as many landing locations as you want. • Click the landing pin on the map or use the drop-down menu in the 

### Landingproperties to select any defined location. The landing pin status changes to "Active". or

# Gl. Note - 

### Each landing location comes with defaultparameters (for example, the heading isset into the winddirection). If you change the heading, the landing location is updatedaccordingly. If

you use this location in another flight, the heading is setto 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 landing, page 35. Alternatively, enterthe heading forthe selected pin in the® 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 thefield, zoom in on the map to the most detailed zoom level and then walk into the heading with the GCS for about 20 to 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 trytoland into the wind. Thispreventsa higher landing speedanda higher risk of damage to the UXS. 4. Set the landing zone offset. Valid values are from-25m to +25m**(~82ft** to +82ft}. A negative value means thatthe landing location is lowerthan the takeoff location. The defaultvalue is 0 m, which means that the takeoffand landing locations are at the same height. 5. Set the landing type to use a linear or curved landing, depending on the landing surface and available clearances.

• The 

### linearlanding type requires less clearance and lands the UX5 on the ground more quickly, but has a larger impact on the aircraft. • 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. 6. When theflight 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.

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7. To delete a landing location,

# click~ in the toolbar on top ofthe map and then from the map select the landing pin thatyou want to remove. You can delete as many landing locations as you want. Click

# V to confirm the deleted locations. 8. To set alternative landing parameters, repeat the steps above. Note- 

### To use a specific landingfor theflight, makesure that the landing is selectedin the dropdown menu. 

## Adding blocks to the flight

1. To add blocks, in the 

### Flight tab click

### ~ beside the flight and then click

### ~ beside

### Selectblocks. 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 on the map:

• No icon: Not scheduled 

# • 8 Scheduled
• <!)Flown
• ®Flown and log files downloaded 2. From the map orthe list, select one or more blocks to link to the flight. Note- 

### The order thatyou select the blocks from the list defines the sequence that the blocks are flown, I. e. thefirst blockselectedisflownfirst, andso on. The selected blocks are highlighted, and the flight lines and connection routes appear on the map. Tip- To remove blocks from aflight, 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 tomore than oneflight. 

## Managing the routes between blocks Ifa flight will cover morethan one block, the software automatically connects the last waypoint of one block with the first waypoint ofthe next block. By defaultthe connection is a straight line and is displayed between the blocks in the flight properties in the 

### Flights tab.

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To change the connection type between blocks, click

### ~ to the right ofthe connection type list entry and then:
Fly straight to the first waypoint ofthefollowing block. Ifit did not yet reach the height ofthis waypoint, it orbits up in 200m diameter circles until it reaches the height. Orbit up in 200m diameter circles until it reaches the height ofthe following block and then fly straight to thefirst waypoint ofthefollowing 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 200m diameter circles until it reaches thefirst waypoint of the block. This works ifthe height ofthe next block is higherthan the previous block. Fly straight to thefirst waypoint ofthefollowing block. If it did not yet reach the height ofthis waypoint, it orbits down in 200m diameter circles until it reaches the height. Fly to the following block keeping the same height ofthe last waypoint ofthe previous block and then orbit down in 200m diameter circles until it reaches thefirst waypoint ofthat block. This works ifthe height ofthe next block is lowerthan the previous block. Orbit down in 200m 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 changed

## if sequentialblocks have the same height. 

## Simulating the flight After creating aflight, click® to simulate theflight to check the following items:

• The UXS uses the correct takeoffdirection. • The flight height, route, and turns used are all correct. • The UXS does not enter any avoidance zones. • The UXS 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 environmental factors, such as wind, during the actual flight.

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Tip- The 

# (8 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 

### Export wizard appears. 3. Navigate to the folder where you want to save the flight simulation, enterthe file name and then click Save. You can nowopen the KM Lfile in software such as Google Earth to viewthe flight simulation in 3D. 

# Exporting the project Note- This step is required

## if you did theprojectplanning in theAerialImaging Desktop software. You mustcomplete this stepso thatyou can import theproject into theAerialImaging software on the Tablet.

1. In the 

### Projects screen, select the projectto export. 2. Click

## ~ .... The 

### Export wizard 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 .gwtfile in the folderyou selected. 5. Click Finish to close the 

### Export wizard. 6. Ifthe folder you exported the mission to is not a network folder that the Tablet can access, transfer the exported mission to a USB stick and then transfer it to the Tablet. 7. To import the mission to the Aerial Imaging software on theTablet, 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 regulatedbythe 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

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### operating in the nationalairspace system. Trimble is notobligedto inform users of changes to unmanned aircraft laws. Trimble andAuthorized Distribution Partnersprovide comprehensive trainingfor the unmanned aircraftsystem which includes recommendedprocedures to ensure thesafety for the remote crew members as wellas thesurrounding environment. It is the user's responsibility to ensuresafe operationsandadhere to safetyandsecurity measures required by theNationalAviation Authority. Trimble is notresponsiblefor ensuring safeandsecure operation ofunmannedaircraft by the user. 

## Checking flight permission

• Check ifyou need a permitto operate an unmanned aircraft in the airspace above the site. • Make sure you understand the legal context for safe operation ofan unmanned aircraft. • Check for existing rules and standards with your local Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA}. • Makesure you have permission from the landowner. • 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 instituteto take pictures. 

## Checking weather

• In the days before the flight, check theTV weather broadcast orweatherwebsites. This gives you a good general idea ofthe weather forthe next three to four days. • For more accurate weatherforecasts, consult and interpret aviation weather data through various weatherwebsites. You can also contact the national meteorological office or a local meteorology office at an airport nearby. • On the day ofthe flight, consult theTerminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) and METAR reports. These are meteorological reports used in aviation. • Make sure the weather conditions are within the operating and image acquisition limitations. See Operation limitations, page 45 and Image acquisition limitations, page 46.

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The table belowshows the wind speed expressed in different units:

:**-~** 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

# ~f Operation limitations The UX5 aerial imaging rovercannot safely fly in all weather conditions. The following table shows the acceptable range for different conditions. 

### Note- Your country of operation mayhave different oradditionaloperationalrequirements. Make sure you arefamiliar with the appropriate regulationsfor the countryyou are operating in. If you areflying in the UnitedStatessee also FAA conditions andlimitations of operation,page 132. If you areflying in France, see also French airsoacc 

# & 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.

Time Between sunrise and sunset Distance from clouds Clear ofclouds and always within line ofsight Flight visibility 5000 m {16,400 ft) Operator-UAS visibility Visual line ofsight Weather limitations Light rain is acceptable. Avoid hail, snow, and heavy

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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 octo +55 oc (-13 oF to 131 OF) (excluding launcher) Maximum launch altitude (AMSL) 4250 m (13,493 

### ft) Maximum operational ceiling (AMSL) Tested at 5000 m (16,400 

### ft) Endurance 50 mins 

### Image acquisition limitations Although the UXS aerial imaging rover itselfcan cope with heavy weather conditions, the main issue besides safety is the quality ofthe pictures acquired duringthe 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.

Precipitation Light rain Wind 50 kph (31 mph) 

## Checking the site Note- When checking the site you should refer to the relevantAlPandNOTAM documentsfor your region.

• Identify the airspace and geographic environment ofthe site. • Check the relevant aviation charts and make sure the flight area is not near any ofthe following areas:

• Forbidden airspace • Airports, airfields (except with prior permission) • Power plants (except with prior permission)

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• Check the relevant aviation charts and take special care around: • Parachute and parasailingjumping areas • Winch areas • High-pressure gas-releasing units (documented in AlPs or NOTAMs) • Congested areas (for example, towns) • Check ifthere are other aerial or ground activities planned, for example major public events. 

## Checking the pilot

• Make sure the pilot is certified to operate the UXS
. • 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. • Be aware that the pilot has final responsibility for the operation ofthe UXS and its components. • Make sure the pilot is in good condition, both physical and mental. • Keep log files ofthe pilot hours and equipment used for each flight. 

## Know your safe operating envelope

• Trimble recommends having a crew oftwo people that will control the UXS: 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. • Make sure the crew understands the purpose and the phases ofthis particular mission. • Make sure the crew understands all aspects ofsafe operation ofthe UXS. This includes: • Understanding all safety precautions described in the Trimble UXSAeria/Jmaging Rover Safety Guide. • Understanding howto handle emergencies during flight. See Handling emergencies during flight, page 82. • Understanding the particular requirements ofthe project and site, including avoidance zones.

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# Preparing Equipment

• Checking the launcher • Checking the UXS aerial imaging rover • Charging the UXS batteries • Charging theTablet batteries • Charging the camera batteries • Checking the camera • Pairing the transmitter with the tracking receiver • Locating your equipment 

## CHAPTER 

# 3

As part ofyour flight preparation, make sure all equipment is in good condition and well-prepared.

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# Checking the launcher

1. Makesure 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 Launcherin the list to the right and then select Replacing the launchercordor referto the Trimble UX5 AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 3. Make sure the launch dock is in good condition. If it is damaged, contactyourTrimble distributor. 4. Makesure the launch dock wheels are in good condition and movefreely. Ifthey are worn and must be replaced,

## click~ in the Home screen, select Launcherin the list to the right and then select Replacing the wheels ofthe launcherdock or refer tothe Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

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

• Check the body, page 49 • Check the pitottube, page 50 • Check the winglets, page 51 • Check the propellers, page 51 • Check the drive unit, page 51 • 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 UXS and affect the aerodynamics of the aircraft. Avoid the use of solvents to clean the surface of the UXS 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. lfthe camera filter is damaged,

## click~ in the Home screen, select UXS in the list and then select Replacing the camera filteror refer to the Trimble UXSAerial Imaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 4. Make sure thatthe 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 surethere 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 thetotal 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 thetube to make sure nothing is blocking it. 

# & CAUTION- Only blow into the pitot tube after you have removed itfrom the eBox. Do not blow into the pitot tube when it is connected to the eBox because this will damage the barometric sensors. 4. lfthe pitot tube is blocked or damaged,

## click~ in the Home screen, select UXS in the list to the right and then select Checking the pitot tube or refer to the Trimble UXSAerialImaging 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 UXS 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 UXS in the list to the right and then select Replacing a wingletor refer to the Trimble UXSAerial 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 UXS in the list to the right and then select Replacing a propellerblade or refer to the Trimble UXS Aerialimaging Solution Maintenance Guide. When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor. 

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

• intact • firmly attached Ifthe drive unit is damaged or not firmly attached,

## click~ in the Home screen, select UXS in the list to the right and then select Replacing the drive unitor refer to the Trimble UXSAerialimaging 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:

• respond as expected • are intact • are firmly attached and flush with the surface ofthe wing Ifa servo is damaged,

## click~ in the Home screen, select UXS in the list to the right and then select Replacing a servo or refer to the Trimble UXSAerialimaging Solution Maintenance Guide. When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor.

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# Charging the UXS 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 batterythat 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 monitorthe 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 tothe battery, severe burning, and fire hazards. Note - 

### Before using the charger for thefirst time, carefully readthe userdocumentationfor the battery chargerandreadallofthe informationprovidedin the Batterysafetysection of this userguide (see UX5 batterysafety, page 121). 

## Removing the battery

1. Remove thetop cover from the UXS 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 UXS.

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## Connecting and charging the battery

1. Connect the Graupner Ultramat 14 plus charger to one ofthefollowing: • 12 Vvehicle battery • 10D-240VAC power supply The charger powers on and displays thefollowing parameters forthe UXS battery:

• LiPo manual • C:S.OA 6000mAh Note - 

### Ifthe chargerdoesnotdisplay the defaultparameters, you must change the settings. 

### For more information, seeBattery chargersettings,page 121.
WARNING- The maximum charging current for the UXS battery is limited to 5 A. This value must be lower than the maximum permissible current (6 A) forthe battery. Incorrect battery charging parameters can destroyyour 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 connector to the right ofthe socket:

4. Connect the charger cable ofthe charger to 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 ittakes approximately 2 hours to charge afully depleted battery. Charging time will vary depending on remaining battery life and ambient temperature. Note - 

### Make sure you charge both UXS batteriesbefore leaving the officefor aflight. Trimble recommends always having a spare,fully-charged batteryon hand.

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## Disconnecting the battery

1. On the charger, press the Enter/Start 

### key to putthe charger in standby mode. 2. Disconnect the charger cable ofthe charger from the power connector on the battery. 3. Disconnect the balancer connector ofthe batteryfrom the charger. 

# Charging the Tablet batteries Install theTablet battery packs and charge the batteries according to the instructions provided in the 

### Trimble Tablet RuggedPC User's Manual. 

### Note- Make sure youfully charge the Tablet batteriesbefore 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 for the camera. 

### Note- Make sure you charge both camera batteriesbefore leaving the officefor aflight. Trimble recommends always having a spare,fully-charged batteryon 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, refer to the section foryourcamera below:

• Checking the Sony a5100 camera display, page 56 • Checking the Sony NEX-5 camera display, page 58

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## Checking the Sony a5100 camera display Note

- Thefollowing image showsthe main icons to checkon the camerascreen to ensure thatyour camerasettingsare correct andyou willsuccessfully capture imagesduring theflight. Ifanyofthese icons are notshown, or

## if you believe othercamerasettingshave beenchanged, adjust the settingsbackto the settingsrecommendedbyTrimble. For a list of allapplicable camerasettings, seeSonya5100camera settings, page 110.

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### l(!!l!l100% 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 SOi 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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ISO AUTO Face detection is set to Off. White balance is set to AWB (the default). For the NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See Setting brightness/colorsettings 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). Shutterspeed is set to 1/1000or above. ±0.0 When using the NIR camera, exposure compensation is set to: + 1.0forthe UV HAZE (orange) filter 

### + 2.0 forthe 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 

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## I 5

## I 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 thefilteryou will use in front ofthe lens, while aiming the central circle ofthe lens at a (nearly) white surface, such as awall 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: • UV haze (orange) filter: vegetation appears blue and the sky appears brown. • NIR-only {black) filter: vegetation appears white or slightly blue-grey and everything else appears grey to black.

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## Checking the Sony NEX-5 camera display Note

- Thefollowing image shows the main icons to checkon the camera screen to ensure thatyour camera settings are correct andyou willsuccessfully capture images during theflight. Ifanyof these icons are notshown, or

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ISO AUTO Face detection is set to Off. White balance is set to AWB (the default). For the NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See Setting brightness/color settings forthe NIR camera, page 59. Soft skin detection is set to Off(the default). Brightness correction is setto automatic (the default). Creative style is set to Standard (the default). Auto portraitframing is set to Off. Smile detection is set to Off(the default). Picture effect is set to Off(the default). Shutterspeed is set to 1/1000or above. ±0.0 When using the NIR camera, exposure compensation is set to: 

### + 1.0forthe UV HAZE (orange) filter 

### +2.0 forthe Nl R(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 

## I Brightness/Color

## I White Balance and then select Custom Setup. Press the central button to confirm. 2. Outdoors, in normal daylight conditions, hold thefilteryou 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 usingthe:

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• UV haze (orange) filter: vegetation appears blue and the sky appears brown. • 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 mustcomplete thissteponlyonce, before using the UX5 aerial imaging rover for the first time. To track down the UXS aerial imaging roverfitted with atransmitter, thetransmitter 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 ofthefrequency ofthetransmitter. Confirm each digit using the MENU/OK key. 6. Followthe steps on the screen ofthe receiverto calibrate thetransmitter. 7. Once the calibration is done, you are prompted to enter a name forthetransmitter. 8. Use the navigation keys to enterthe name you wantto use forthetransmitter. Confirm each letter using the MENU/OK key. The receiver is nowableto communicate with thetransmitter. 

# Locating your equipment Before you head outto thefield:

1. Makesure theflight 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 sureyou have one ofthe following:

• an external storage device such as a laptop fortransferring images to aftereach flight • a USB to SD card reader for transferring images to theTablet after each flight • an SD card for each flight Note - 

### Trimble recommends using a San DiskExtreme SDHC UHS-1 cardwith a minimum write speedof 45MB/sanda minimum capacityof 16GBfor the SonyNex-5 and32GBfor the Sony a5200.

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

• safety pin • launch dock with lock pin • V-support • crank • launch slide with elastics • Trimble UXS Launcher Quick Start Guide

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# Completing a Flight

• Importingthe project • Validating the blocks • Validating theflights • Dealing with sudden weather changes • Completing theflight checklist • Monitoring the flight • Landing the UXS • Completing the post-flight checklist • Disassembling the launcher 

## CHAPTER 

# 4

This chapter describes the tasks required in the field to complete a successful flight with good image data.

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# Importing the project Note- This step is required

## if you did theprojectplanning in theAerialimaging Desktopsoftware and then exportedtheprojectso thatyou can view it on the Tablet.

1. In the 

### Home screen orthe

### Projects screen, tap

# tj_ 2. Navigate to the location ofthe .gwtfile you exported from theAerial Imaging Desktop software (see Exporting the project, page 43), select it and then tap Open. 

### The projectyou imported is listed in the 

### Projects screen and the projectthumbnail appears. :t 

### 3. Select the project and then click 

## E7 to open the project and viewthe

### Map layers screen. 

# Validating the blocks Tap the 

### Blocks tab and make any changes to the blocks, ifrequired. Pay special attention tothe actual wind direction, which will influence the wind direction you have set in the software and possibly theflight 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. Formore information, see Creating the mission, page27. When you edit the mission area, the block(s) automaticallyadjust to the newarea shape. 

# Validating the flights

1. When you arrive on-site, examine theflight area to: • Check for obstacles in theflight area. Obstacles are objects such as trees, buildings, antennas, power lines, and waterthatthe UXS could fly into or land on. • Make sure you will be able to maintain avisual line ofsight to the UXS throughoutthe flight. • Identify a good takeoffand landing location. • 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

- If you choose to checkalternative landing locations duringflight, beaware that this takes more time andkeepsyourattentionfrom theflight. 2. Tap the

### Flight tab and make any changes to theflights, if required. For more information, see Defining theflights, page 37. 3. Make sure thatthe selected takeoffand landing locations are fixed to GPS. To fix the location, physically go to the location, tap

# ~ beside 

### Takeoffor

### Landing and then click@ in thetoolbar.

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### If you 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 thatthe current weather conditions are suitable for flight. Pay particular attention to the prevailing wind direction and speed. Ifthere are sudden weather changes before or during theflight, you must act quickly. Different weather changes and the recommended action are described below.

The wind direction changes before the flight.

The wind direction changes during theflight.

One ofthe following weather phenomena occurs before or during theflight:

• Strong wind • Heavy rain, hail • Hurricane, tornado, or any kind of whirlwind • Thunder and lightening • Snow Ifpossible, change the wind direction in the 

### Blocks tab to align theflight lines perpendicular to the wind direction. Reposition the launcher and then updatethe takeoffand landing heading in theflight plan. Change the landing heading in flight orselect an alternative landing location, if it is more suited. See Changing the landing parameters during flight, page 81. Cancel theflight. Ifthe UXS 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 special care is given in thefollowing sections. Read these sectionscarefully untilyou arefamiliar with all ofthe tasks required toperform these steps.

• Connecting the GCS, page 65 • Connecting the battery, page 66 • Preparing the camera, page 66 • Inserting the tracker transmitter, page 68 • Attaching the top cover, page 69 • Covering the pitot tube, page 69 • Checking the elevon trim, page 69 • Checking the elevon response, page 69 • Assembling the launcher, page 69 • Placing the UX5 onto the launcher, page 74 • Transmitting the flight plan, page 74 • Initializing, page 75 • Removing the pitot cover, page 75 • Checking the airspeed response, page 75 • Positioning the propellers, page 75 • Tightening the launcher cord elastics, page 75 • Verifying the position ofthe aircraft on the launcher, page 76 • Removing the safety pin, page 76 • Arming the system, page 77 • Launching the UX5, page 78 

## 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 oftheTablet, underthe handstrap.

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3. Insertthe modem cable into the USB port on theTablet. 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 theflight checklist. 

## Connecting the battery Ifyou have notyet connected the battery:

1. Insert afully charged battery into the battery compartment ofthe unmanned aircraft. Secure the battery using the Velcro straps. 2. Connect the main powerconnector on the battery to the power connector in the aircraft. Once the battery is connected, the eBox goes from Offmodeto On mode (see eBox LED status, page 106). When the eBox starts booting up, the) button is enabled. Note 

### -If after thisstepyou arepromptedto update the eBox firmware, 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 thatare specifically intended for cleaning cameralenses. 2. Makesure the camera filter in the UX5 body is also clean and thatthe camera filter is tightly screwed intothe body. If not, gently tighten it, taking care notto 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. Makesure the lens settings are appropriateforthe weather conditions: 

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## -~ 

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1/2000to 1/4000 1/1000to 1/2000 1/1600to 1/2000

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### 'I' 

### -0- '•' 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 dotappearing belowthe right edge ofthe red 0 in the 10ft mark. 

### Note- Always take apicture before theflight to ensure that thepicture is notover- or underexposed. Ifthepicture does not look right, adjust the shutterspeed first andthen the aperture setting. 6. Ifyou are using the: Sony a5100 camera 

### Note- Make sure that the Sony NEX-5 adapterpieces and theIR LED trigger cable are removed from thepayloadbay. Do not use anysharp toolsfor this.

a. Insert the adapter piece into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Connect the USB cable to the camera and to the connector from the eBox. Insert the eBox connection vertically into the cavity.

c. Insertthe camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro strap. Sony NEX-5 camera 

### Note- Make sure that the Sony a5100 adapterpiece and the USB trigger cable are removed from thepayloadbay. Do not use any sharp toolsfor this.

a. Insert the two adapter pieces into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Insert theIR LED cable into the cable duct:

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a. Without using any sharp tools, position the LED vertically in the round opening and gently push the cable into the duct. b. Connect theIR LED cable connectorto the connectorfrom the eBox and insert the connection vertically into the cavity.

c. CovertheIR LED with the protection cap. The cap should be flush with the surface.

c. Insert the camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro strap. 7. In the Aerial Imaging software, tap

### 11:@. Make sure that you hear the trigger sound from the camera. When the test picture is taken, the) button is enabled. 

## Inserting the tracker transmitter

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

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## 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 thevalue in the black arrow atthe 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). 

## Checking the elevon trim Make sure thatthe outboard elevons are leveled with the inboard elevons (the inboard elevons are fixed). The accuracy should be less than 1 mm. 

# & WARNING- When handling the UXS, make sure that the elevens can move freely and are not obstructed in any way. Impaired movement of the elevens 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 fluently and in unison. 

# & WARNING- When handling the UXS, make sure that the elevens can move freely and are not obstructed in any way. Impaired movement of the elevens 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.

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### 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 insertthe 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 thatthe cord lies on top ofthe launch slide. Note 

### -If the launcher cord is blockedwhile 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. Ifthere 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. 

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5. Position the launch dock on the end ofthe launch slide with thetabs on the launch dock pointingtoward the direction oflaunch.

6. Slide the launch dock over the ends ofthe launcher cord.

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### 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, attachingthe ends ofthe launch cord as you do so. Secure the lock pin.

8. Slide the launch dock overthe launch hook atthe beginning ofthe launch slide, making sure the launch dock clicks into position. Make sure thetrigger is not blocked. 9. Insertthe 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 safety pin can result in accidental release of the launcher, causing serious personal injury and damage to the UXS or launcher.

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

## Placing the UXS onto the launcher

1. Position the UXS at the front ofthe launch dock and use your finger tips to guide the launcher slats on the underside ofthe UXS 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 UXS 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 UXS 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 theflight 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 cover from the pitot tube. 

## Checking the airspeed response Press and hold the pitottubefor no morethan 5seconds. 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. Insertthe crank onto the nut located toward thefront 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 tothe launcher or the UXS. For more information,

## click~ in the Home screen, select Launcherin the list to the right and then select Replacing the launchercord 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 UXS 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 UXS and then pull outthe safety pin. 

# ,M, WARNING- Always take care to avoid contact with the propeller blades. If the UXS 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 thevalue is shown in red.

Arm the system Chec:l( tne la:;.I!'KhYSiuE:S. If**.a~ va~es.**  are**0!(~** arm the s::-stem 

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• the UXS battery life is less than 75%. Ifthe battery level is low, the battery level line is red. • theTablet battery life is less than 90 minutes. • the number ofsatellites is between 4 and 8. The system will not allowyou to launch the UXS ifthe following errors are reported:

• The eBox is not in the correct state. • GPS signal is not OK. • Takeoffsensor is not OK (this means that the yaw, pitch, and roll values are notyet stabilized). • Datalogging has not started. • The GCS has no GPS connection.

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

1. Just before launch, perform thefollowing safety checks: a. Make sure there are no aerial objects insidethe zone ofoperation. b. Make sure you have a clear line ofsight tothe UXS. c. Make sure there are no obstacles or people near thefront 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 UXS 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 handleto launch the UXS. 

# & CAUTION- Never launch without the UXS sitting on the dock as it will damage the launch dock. The design of the launcher takes into account the weight of the UXS sitting on the launch dock. 

### 3. 1/

### an obstacle such as aperson oranimal suddenly appears in the obstacle clearance zone during takeoff,

# tap~ in theAerial Imaging software. The UXS immediately powers down and returns to the ground. For more information, see Emergency software commands, page 84. After launch, the UXS flies to thefirst waypoint, which is highlighted on the map in the 

### Dashboard tab. Ifthe UXS is notyet at theflight height when it reaches this point, it climbs in circles of 100m radius until it reaches the desired height. 4. After launch, release thetension 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 thetension, release theforce with the crank very gently while pulling the release handles in thefront ofthe launcher upward. This is safest donewith two people, with one person carefully winding the crank counter-clockwise to counteract theforce on the elastics.



# Monitoring the flight
CAUTION- It is your responsibility totake action during flight when the safety of the UXS 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 forthe 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. -Monitorthe flight telemetry on the Tablet screen. 

### For information on the appropriate action to take ifyou see an oncoming aerial object at any point duringtheflight, see Handling emergencies duringflight, page 82. Aftertakeoff, the UXS 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.

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The Dashboardtab with an example flight is shown below:

Dashboard

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

• The trajectory ofthe unmanned aircraft on the map must be close to the programmed flight path.
• Monitorthe strength ofthe communication link

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• Monitorthe number of usable satellites

## ~. • No signal: No GPS lock (D--3 satellites) • 1signal line: 4-6satellites • 2signal lines: 7or more satellites
• Monitorthe level of power in the UXS battery. In the battery status bar 

### 1
..**~.the** value is expressed as a percentage and as time remaining in minutes. • Compare the actual flight height with the desired flight height set during mission and flight planning. • Compare the actual airspeed with the desired airspeed, which is 80 kph (49 mph) during cruise flight. The actual airspeed can be higher than the desired speed when the UXS is coping with a high head wind. The maximum airspeed is 90 kph (56 mph). • Monitorthethrottle. The throttle should be around 30% during cruise flight in normal conditions.

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• 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 duringflight, page 81 and Errors and warnings, page 99. • Monitorthe number offlight lines flown against thetotal number offlight lines (displayed in the status line belowthe map). The 

### Dashboardtab with an example flight is shown below: 

## Changing the landing parameters during flight Ifconditions change during theflight, it may be advisable to alter the landing parameters set in the flight plan while the UXS 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 

### Dashboardtab. 2. Tap

### ~ beside 

### Landing. 3. Depending on the situation, do one ofthefollowing: • Ifthe wind direction has changed and the landing clearances are notjeopardized, rotate the landing heading ofthe current landing accordingly. • Ifthere is a sudden obstacle in the clearance zone ofthe current landing and you have defined an alternative landing location that is clear from obstacles, tap the landing pin

# zOJ on the map or use the drop-down menu in the 

### Landingpropertiesto select this location. Adapt the landing heading according to the actual wind direction. 

### Note- For the current andanyalternative landing setup, it ispossible to change anyother parameters. However, this requires more effort and time which you maynothave. 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 atechnical issue occurs that reduces the safe behavior ofthe unmanned aircraft:

• Loss ofGPS lock during flight • Loss ofcommunication link during flight • 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 theTablet, and thefollowing automaticfailsafe mechanism is activated:

1. The unmanned aircraft banks at an angle of25" while orbiting at its current location for 20 seconds. lfthe unmanned aircraft successfully reacquires GPS lock, then itflies to the specified landing location and begins a normal landing sequence. 2. Ifthe unmanned aircraft is unableto 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 200m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a height of7 m (23ft). 

### Note- During FTS without GPSlock, the unmannedaircraft attemptsto circle butthe outcome is ellipticalcircles as the unmannedaircraft issubject to winddrift. c. The unmanned aircraft levels its wings, slows, and glides to theground. 

### Loss ofcommunication link during flight Ifthe unmanned aircraft does not receive a communication packet forthetime specified in the 

### Communication timeoutfield in the

### Autopilotsettings group ofthe

### Settings screen, or ifthe communication link is poorand communication packets are being received intermittently, then a notification appears on theTablet 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 beforethefinal leg ofthe landing. An audible sound indicates thatthe UX5 is aboutto land. Ifcommunication resumes duringthis automaticfailsafe mechanism, the unmanned aircraft continues the landing sequence. 

### Overspeed protection lfthe 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 -If the situation is too critical (for example,fast moving aircraft) tap®and whenprompted confirm Flight Termination System {FTS} activation to immediately abort theflightandput the UXS in an orbit toward the ground.

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### An approaching aircraft The mostcommon emergencies involve another aircraft entering the vicinity at approximately the same height as the UXS.

The approaching aircraft 

### 1. Assess the situation. Tap 

# X in the message 

### will

### notcross theflight Tap®,

# ~,

# 0, or

# 0 to movethe box on the map to cancel 

### path ofthe UXS. 

### 2. UXS to a safe position. the pattern and continue mapping. The flight path ofthe 

### 1. Assess the situation. Tap 

# X in the message approaching aircraft and Tap

# 0 to movethe UXS to asafe box on the map to cancel the UXS are 

### converging. 2. position. the pattern and continue mapping. The flight path ofthe 

### 1. Assess the situation. Tap 

# X in the message approaching aircraft is Tap®,

# 0, or

# 0 to movethe UXS box on the map to cancel 

### diverging from theflight 

### 2. to a safe position. the pattern and continue path ofthe UXS. mapping. The flight path ofthe 1. 

### Assess the situation. Tap 

# X in the message approaching aircraft is 

### 2. Tap

# 0 to movethe UXS to asafe box on the mapto cancel 

### intercepting theflight position. (An aircraft intending to the pattern and continue path ofthe UXS. overtake an aircraft in front ofthem mapping. overtakes that plane on the right side.) The approaching aircraft 

### 1. Assess the situation. Tap 

# X in the message is approaching the UXS Tap

# 0 to movethe UXS to a safe box on the map to cancel 

### head-on. 2. position. the pattern and continue mapping. The approaching aircraft A landing aircraft has priority over an UXS Tap 

# X in the message intends to land. at all times. Never assume thatthe box on the mapto cancel aircraft has noticed the UXS. Take the necessary safety measures depending on the pattern and continue the situation. 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 theAerial Imaging software and ifprompted, confirm FTS activation to aborttheflight. Once the UXS has landed, carefully check equipmentfor damage.

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### Other types ofemergency In case ofothertypes ofemergency, take the recommended action.

Engine failure is rare but may occur. The following parameters in theAerial Imaging software indicate engine failure:

• Altimeter decreases • Battery voltage increases • Throttle percentage increases untillOO% 1. Assess the situation. 2. Tap 

# Qi)to immediatelyterminatetheflight. Ifno button is tapped, the UXS glides downward, following theflight plan.

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

1. Go to the 

### Projects screen and open the projectfor theflight in progress. 2. In the

### Flights tab, select theflight in progress. 3. Select the 

### Flight checklisttab. When connecting tothe autopilot, a message asks if the aircraft is already in the air. 4. Tap

# V to confirm. The Aerial Imaging software downloads the existing flight plan from the eBox and enables you to continue theflight. 

# Emergency software commands The 

### Dashboardtab oftheAerial Imaging software provides several buttons that enableyou to manually interruptthe pre-programmed flight plan while the unmanned aircraft is in the air. Use these commands totake evasive action ifrequired. 

### Note- Tapping anybutton in this screen overridesanyprevious command. 

### Note- The onlybutton available when the UXS is below50m (164ft) during takeoffis®.

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### Land Use the® button when theflight 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. Itflies at the desired flight height to the entry point which is located 300 m (984ft) from the landing location. Ifthe Land

### command is initiated duringthetransition between blocks which are at different heights, the

### desiredflight height is the height ofthe next block. Ifthe flight height ofthe next block is:



### • lowerthan the previous block, the aircraft flies to the landing entry point while 

### descending. • higherthan the previous block, the aircraft flies to the landing entry point while

### ascending. When the aircraft has reached the landing entry point but is notyet at a height of75 m (246ft)+the landing offset, it starts circling downward in 200m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a height of 75 m {246ft)+the landing offset. The aircraftthen orbits untilyou do one ofthe following:

• To completethe landing, tap Vin the message boxon the map. The aircraft finishes circling when all landing conditions are met and then it starts thefinal leg ofthe landing.
• To release the Land

### command, tap 

# X in the message box on the map. The aircraft returns to the start oftheflight line itwas on when theflight plan was interrupted, and resumes mapping when it reaches the pointthat mapping paused. 

### Fly 

### to Use the

# 0 button to move the unmanned aircraft from its current position to a location you choose. To enable the

# 0 button, tap the location on the map thatyou want the unmanned aircraft to move to. When you tap

# 0, the unmanned aircraft flies to the specified location and then orbits there at the desired flight height in 200m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. Ifthe

### Fly 

### to command is initiated duringthetransition between blocks which are at different heights, the 

### desiredflight height is the height ofthe next block. Iftheflight height ofthe next block is:



### • lowerthan the previous block, the aircraft flies to the specified location while 

### descending. Ifthe desired height is notyet reached atthe specified location, the aircraft circles downward until the desired height is reached. 

### • higherthan the previous block, the aircraft flies to the specified location while

### ascending. Ifthe desired height is notyet reached at the specified location, the aircraft circles upward until the desired height is reached. When in the

### Fly 

### to pattern, you can adjust the unmanned aircraft's desired flight height by 10m (32 ft) up ordown, ifrequired. The software does not allowthe height to be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higherthan 750 m (2460 ft).

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### To release the

### Fly to command, tap 

# X in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the desired flight height itwas at beforethe 

### Fly to pattern began. Itflies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the pointthat mapping paused. 

### Note

- If you tap the mapagain while the unmannedaircraft is in the Fly topattern, tap

# V in the message boxon themap tofly to the newlocation on the map. 

### Hold Use the@ button when another aircraft in thevicinity is observed. When you tap®, the unmanned aircraft begins orbiting its current location atthe desired flight height in 200m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. Ifthe

### Hold command is initiated during thetransition between blocks which are at different heights, the

### desiredflight height is the height ofthe next block. Iftheflight height ofthe next block is:



### • /owerthan the previous block, the aircraft circles downward until it reaches the height ofthe next block. 

### • higherthan the previous block, the aircraft circles upward until it reaches the height ofthe next block. When in the

### Hold pattern, you can adjustthe unmanned aircraft's height by 10m (32ft) up or down, ifrequired. The software does not allowthe height to be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460 ft). To release the

### Hold command, tap 

# X in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the desired flight height itwas at before the 

### Hold pattern began. Itflies 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) and orbits there atthe desired flight height in 200m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. Ifthe

### Here command is initiated duringthetransition between blocks which are at different heights, the

### desiredflight heightis the height ofthe next block. Ifthe flight height ofthe next block is:



### • lowerthan the previous block, the aircraft flies to the GCS location while 

### descending. Ifthe desired height is notyet reached at the GCS location, the aircraft circles downward untilthe desired height is reached. 

### • higherthan the previous block, the aircraft flies to the GCS**loc~tion** 

### while 

### ascending. Ifthe desired height is notyet reached atthe GCS location, the aircraft circles upward untilthe desired height is reached.

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### When in the Here 

### pattern, you can adjustthe unmanned aircraft's height by 10m (32ft) up or down, ifrequired. The software does not allowthe heightto be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460 ft). To release the Here 

### command, tap 

# X in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the desired flight height itwas at beforethe Here 

### pattern began. Itflies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the pointthat mapping paused. 

### Right Use the

# 0 button when you want to movethe unmanned aircraft rightward from its current position but have itclose to its current location. When you tap

# 0,the unmanned aircraft flies 300m (984ft) tothe right ofthe current heading and then orbits there atthe desired flight height in 200m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. If the

### Right command is initiated duringthetransition between blocks which are at different heights, the

### desiredflight height is the height ofthe next block. Iftheflight height ofthe next block is:



### • /owerthan the previous block, the aircraft flies to the right while 

### descending. Ifthe desired height is notyet reached atthe orbit location, the aircraft circles downward untilthe desired height is reached. 

### • higherthan the previous block, the aircraftflies to the right while 

### ascending. Ifthe desired height is notyet reached at the orbit location, the aircraft circles upward untilthe desired height is reached. When in the

### Right pattern, you can adjustthe unmanned aircraft's height by 10m (32ft) up or down, ifrequired. The software does not allowthe heightto be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460 ft). To release the

### Rightcommand, tap 

# X in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the desired flight height itwas at before the Right pattern began. Itflies 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 duringtakeoff, cruise flight, and landing. To activatetheFTS, tap.and ifprompted, confirm FTS activation in the message box on the map. 

### Note -If you do not tap

# V in the message box, the UXS continues theflight. Note- Confirmation is always required, exceptduring takeoffwhen the UXS is stillbelow25m (82ft). The unmanned aircraft immediately aborts theflight. 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 200m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a height of

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10m (33ft). 3. The unmanned aircraft levels its wings, slows, and glides to the ground. Ifyou activate FTS when the unmanned aircraft is at a height ofless than 25m (82ft)- 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 only during thefinal leg ofthe landing when the aircraft is more than 15m (49ft) above ground. Make sure you consider the obstacle clearances for theAbortmanoeuvre before you**tap-~.** 

### Formore information, see Obstacle clearancesfor landing, page35. Use**the~** button to abortthe 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 pointto start the landing circuit again. To land you must tap

# V in the message box on the map again. 

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

• a person is fatally or seriously injured • the aircraft sustains damage orstructural failure • the aircraft is missing or completely inaccessible 

### Note- A landing on the intendedlanding site 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, orwater supplies are affected). 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.

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# Landing the UXS 

# & CAUTION- It is your responsibilityto 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 forthe 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 nearthe landing zone. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage tothe rover. 

### After passing the last waypoint on the scan lines, the UXS terminates its flight plan and initiates a normal landing sequence. Itflies at cruise height tothe entry point which is located 300m (984ft) from the landing location. It starts circling downward in 200m (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 theAerial Imaging software, untilyou tap

# V in the message box on the map. To complete the landing, tap

# V in the message box on the map. The UXS finishes its current circle until it reaches the intersection with the landing direction and then it starts thefinal leg ofthe landing.

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### The image belowshows the linear landing circuit using a landing orientation set to right turns.



## locating the UXS after landing Ifthe UXS has landed somewhere in thefield and you are not able to visually locate it, you can track it using thetracking 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 thetransmitteryou wantto track down using the Scan 

### key and then press the Menu/OK 

### key to confirm. 4. Fold outthefour antennas on the receiver and then place the receiver on the palm ofyour hand, taking care notto touch any ofthe antennas. 5. Increase the gain as much as possible using the Increase 

### key. 6. To pick up thefirst 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.

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### Each received signal pulse and its strength are shown on thetransmitter bar/received signal strength indicatorand indicated with an audible signal. 7. Scan the area to determinethe direction with the highest signal strength. Ifthe signal strength is the same in all directions, reduce the gain using the 

### Decrease key untilthe received signal strength is halfthetransmitter 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 UXS. Note - 

### If you experience difficultiesfinding the rover following one direction, trydoing the scanfrom a different location and locating the cross-section between thenewandpreviously found direction. For more information on using thetracker system, refer to the user documentation forthe trackertransmitter and receiver. 

# Completing the post-flight checklist

1. Afterthe UXS has successfully landed, tap®. 2. A message warns thatthe UXS should be on the ground. Do one ofthefollowing:
• Ifthe UXS is not

### on the ground, tap 

## X. You will return to the flight monitoringscreen. • lfthe UXS is on the ground, tap 

# V. The UXS 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 downloadingthe log files from the eBox to theTablet. Note - 

### Ifthere is an issue with the cable connection, thepost-flight checklist returns to theprevious screen. Detach andthen reattach the cable andthen 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 thetest images taken on the ground from the SD card. Verify thatthe number of images taken duringtheflight are equal to the amount ofshutter commands recorded in the flight log. Ifyou have not deleted thetest images from the SD card, there will be a mismatch between the numberofimages and the numberofshutter commands and you will need to correct this. For more information, see Exporting flight data for processing, page 96. Note 

### -If you have images from more than oneflight on the camera, you mayneedto remove theSO card from the camera, insert it into the Tablet, and then use Windows Explorer to navigate to the correct folder on theSO card to view the numberof images takenfor theflight. To do this you will

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needa USB to SO cardreader oran externalstorage device. Formore information, see Locating yourequipment, page 60. 

### 7. Select the check boxforthe block(s) that were successfully mapped duringtheflight. 8. Tap 

# V to close the post-flight checklist and return to the Flights 

### tab. The status oftheflight changes to:

# (i) Flown, log files downloaded and settings frozen. To redo this flight, make a copy oftheflight. The settings ofthe newflight are editable. In the Blocks 

### tab, one ofthefollowing icons appears next to the block name in the block list:

• @)Successfully mapped and settings frozen. 

# • fi> Not successfully mapped and settings frozen. Ifthe log files were downloaded the

# (f) icon appears next to the block numberon the map. Afrozen block can still be scheduled in otherflights. Itwill be flown again with the same settings. To map the block with different settings, make a copy ofthe block and change the settings as required. 

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



### 1. Ifyou have notyet released thetension on the launcher cord, then do so now. To release thetension, release theforce with the crank very gently while pulling the release handles in thefront ofthe launcher upward. This is safest done with two people, with one person carefully windingthe crank counter-clockwise to counteract theforce 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.

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### 4. Slide the launch dock offthe front ofthe launch slide. 5. To detach theV-support, turn the knob upward and then slide the pins out ofthe holes in the launch slide. Remove the lock pin on theV-support tofold the legs and then reinsert the lock pin. 

# & CAUTION- Take care when folding the V-support legs not tojam or cut fingers. 

### 6. Open the handlefixes on the launch slide and fold the launch slide. 7. Return thefollowing items to the launcher bag: • safety pin • launch dock with lock pin • V-support • crank • launch slide with elastics For more information, see Locating your equipment, page 60.

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# Analysis and Export

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

## CHAPTER 

# 5

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# Transferring the images Note - 

### Ifyou already transferred the imagesfrom the camera to an externalstorage device in thefield, then transfer the imagesfrom thatdevice to a location on the computerrunning theAerialImaging 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 transfer the 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 hasno electronic communication with the external/ens, the image properties (exifdata) show a 0 valuefor theproperties linked to the lens. These properties are: F-stop, focal length andmax. aperture. 

# Returning the project to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software Although you can use the Aerial Imaging software on theTrimble 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 projectfrom the Aerial Imaging software on the Tablet and import it to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software. To exportthe project from the Aerial Imaging software on theTablet:

1. In the 

### Projects screen, select the projectto export. 2. Click

## ~ ... The Export wizard appears. 3. Select the GWTformat. Click Next. 4. Navigate to the folder whereyou 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 folder you 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 the

### AerialImaging Home screen or

### Projects screen, tap

# tj,

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### 3. Navigate to the location ofthe .gwtfile, select it and then tap Open. 

### The projectyou imported is listed in the 

### Projects screen and the projectthumbnail appears. 

# Exporting flight data for processing Note- 

### You can export flight datafrom theAerialImaging Desktopsoftware, or from theAerialImaging software on the Trimble Tablet, 

## if you have copiedthe images to the Tablet. 1. In the 

### Projects screen, select the project to export flight data from. 2. Click

# L:-+. The 

### Export wizard appears. 3. Select theformat to export to: • To process theflight data using Trimble Business Center software, select the .jxl option. • To process theflight data using other processing software, select the .csv/.txt option. 4. Click Next. 

### 5. Select theflight to export and then select thefolder whereyou have stored the images for that flight. The summary at the bottom ofthewindow shows you the numberofcamera triggers in the flight log file and the numberofimages in the selected image folder. Ifthese numbers do not correspond, you have the option to correct it using theAerial Imaging software. For each scan line the software matches the shuttercommands with the number of images. Note- 

### Thefiles mustbe correctedbefore exporting to Trimble Business Center. Note 

### -If there are more than three imagesmissing ormore than three additional images (excluding test imagesorimages from another flight}, Trimble recommendsperforming the flight again. Ifthere are:

• 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. • Not enough images, where scan lines have more shutter commands than images, the extra shuttercommands are dropped at the end ofthe scan line, regardless ofwhere in the scan linethe extra shutter commands occurred. Note - 

### Ifthe missing images**a~e** 

### notdue to obvious reasonssuch as a depletedcamera battery duringflight, an SO card with incorrectspecifications (see Locating yourequipment, page 60), orincorrect camerasettings, contactyour Trimble distributor. A message appears, showing the correction results. 6. Click Next. 

### 7. Enter afile name forthe exported flight data and then click Save.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 965 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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## CHAPTER 

# 6

Troubleshooting

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

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

## Low battery level

Pre-flight, before ARM Pre-flight, afterARM

In-flight



## Loss of GPS lock

Pre-flight, before ARM

Pre-flight, afterARM

In-flight Replace the battery with afully charged battery and then redo the flight checklist.

1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UXS by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 2. Replace the battery with afully charged battery and then redo the flight checklist. Ifthe landing location is not too far from the location ofthe UXS and the battery level is nottoo low, tap the

# <3) button. Otherwise, tap the® button.

1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. 1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UXS 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. The automaticfailsafe mechanism is activated. See Failsafes during flight, page 81.

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## Communication loss

Pre-flight, beforeARM

Pre-flight, after ARM

In-flight


## Camera errors

The camera is taking a picture every 20 to 25 seconds. 

## eBox errors You will not be abletoARM the UXS. 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. 1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UXS 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. The automaticfailsafe mechanism is activated. See Failsafes during flight, page 81.

1. Abort the checklist. 2. Disconnect the UXS battery. 3. Restart the checklist.

There are two types ofeBox errors that can occur:

• Autopilot errors • Miscellaneous eBox errors The appropriate action to take depends on the stage oftheflight that the error occurs. For more information, see:

• Taking action when an Autopilot error occurs, page 104 • Taking action when an eBox error occurs, page 104

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### Autopilot error message types The table belowexplains thetypes ofautopilot errorthat can occur.

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 ayawgyro 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 agyro 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 awaypointthat is outside ofthe geofence; orthe aircraft has flown outside ofthe geofence. 35 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 36 There is agyro 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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### 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 awaypoint that exceeds the maximum allowed distance from thetakeoff 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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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 awaypoint that is above the maximum allowed altitudefrom 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

Pre-flight, before ARM

Pre-flight, afterARM

In-flight You will not be able to ARM the UXS. 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. 1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UXS 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. Ifthe landing location is not too far from the location ofthe UXS and the battery level is nottoo low,, tap the

# g) button. Otherwise, tap the@ button. 

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

Pre-flight, before ARM

Pre-flight, after ARM

In-flight 

# Landing issues You will not be able to ARM the UXS. 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. 1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthat does not work, disarm the UXS 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. Always use@.

Ifthe unmanned aircraft does not automatically power offthe motorafter landing, Trimble recommends manually powering offthe motoras soon as possible to avoid motor damage. To

Trimble UXS Aerial imaging Solution User Guide 1046 Troubleshooting manually power offthe UXS, tap the® 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 lftheAerial Imaging software on the GCS freezes or crashes when the UXS is in the air, see Aerial Imaging software freezes or crashes, page 1. lfthe 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 TrimbleTechnical Support.

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# eBox LED status The diagram belowshows the status ofthe LEDs on the eBox.

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

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### CHAPTER 

# 7

Specifications and Settings

• UXS specifications • Camera specifications • Camera settings • Battery charger settings

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# UXS specifications The UX5 aerial imaging rover has thefollowing specifications: 

## Power /battery

Battery type Nominal energy capacity Nominal voltage Battery charger settings for charging: -Maximum current -Voltage Battery charger settings for discharging: -Maximum current -Cut-offvoltage Battery charging time 

## Height

Minimum flight height Maximum flight height Maximum operational ceiling (recommended) Lithium polymer 6000mAh 14.8V

6A 16.8

## v+/- 0.03

## v
40A 9V


### Maximum 2 hours iffully discharged.

75 m (246ft) 750 m (2460 ft) 5000 m (16,400 ft) Note - UX5 not testedabove 2500 m (8202/t).

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## Dimensions

Maximum takeoffweight (MTOW) 2.5 kg (5.51bs) Wing span 100 em (39.3 ") Length 65 em (25.6 ") Height 10.5 em (4.1") 

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

# Camera specifications The camera has thefollowing specifications:

Effective pixels 23.4 megapixels 16.1 megapixels Image sensor APS-C 23.5 x 15.6 mm (0.93 X 

### APS-C 23.5 x 15.6 mm (0.93 x 0.61")CMOS 0.61") CMOS Focal length 15 mm (0.6") 15mm (0.6") F-aperture 4.5-22 4.5-22 Shutterspeed 1/4000-60 1/4000-30 ISO sensitivity ISO 100-25600equivalent ISO 100-25600equivalent Display 7.5cm (3") 7.5cm (3") Dimensions 109.6 x62.8 x35.7 mm 110.8x58.8x32.5 mm (width x height x depth) (4.31 X 

### 2.47 X 

### 1.41") (4.36 X 

### 2.31 X 

### 1.28 ") Weight 224 g (0.49Ib) body only 218 g (0.48Ib) body only Battery charging time Approximately 310 minutes Approximately 280 minutes when fully discharged 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 belowforthe:

• Sony a5100 camera settings • Sony NEX-5 camera settings, page 115 Notethe following:

• Settings that are greyed out in the camera menus cannot be selected and so are not listed here. • Avalue of"-" in the tables below indicates thatthevalue forthat setting is not set and is not required. 

## Sony a5100 camera settings Menu settings 

# 0 Camera settings

1 Shoot Mode Shutter Priority Image Size L:24M Aspect Ratio 3:2 Quality Fine 2 Movie File Format AVCHD Movie Record Settings SOi 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

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### 4 Exposure Camp. ±0.0 ISO ISO AUTO 5 Metering Mode Multi White Balance Auto Forthe NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See Setting brightness/color settings forthe NIR camera, page 57 ORO/Auto-HDR O-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 Slow Shutter Off Audio Recording Off Wind Noise Reduct. Off ShootingTip List

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# 0 Custom settings

1 Zebra Off MF Assist Off Focus Magnif. Time No limit Grid Line Diag +square grid Movie Marker Display Off Movie Marker Settings Center Off Aspect Off Safety zone Off Guide frame 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 AEL w/ shutter Off

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### 4 Self portrait/ -timer Off Exp. Comp. Set. Ambient only Face Registration AF Micro Adj. AF Adjustment Set. Off


### 5 Clear Lens Comp. Shading Comp. Chro. Aber. Comp. Distortion Comp. Custom Key Settings Center Button MOVIE Button 

# lit Wireless
Airplane Mode 

# o•**~** 

### Application Off Off Off Change all items to "Notset" EXCEPT Focus Magnifier
Movie mode only

On

There are no relevant settings set in theApplication menu. 

# [E) Playback
Display Rotation Off

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# ...ca. ._.Setup

1 Monitor Brightness Audio Signals Tile Menu Delete Confirm. 

### 2 Power Save Start Time PAS/NTSC Selector Touch Operation HDMI Settings HDM I Resolution HDMIInfo. Display CTRLFOR HDMI 3 USB Connection USB LUN Setting Language Date/Time Setup
Area Setting 

### 4 Format File Number Folder name 

### 5 Version Setting Reset Manual Off Off "Cancel" first 30 mins

Off
Auto Off Off Auto Multi English Set the correct dateand time foryour location and the format used byyour organization. Set the correct area foryour location.

Series Date form

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## Sony NEX-5 camera settings Lens settings
Aperture ring Focus ring



### Menu settings 

### Shoot Mode

Shoot Mode


### Camera

Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Touch Shutter ObjectTracking 

## I Tracking Focus Zoom Face Detection Face Registration 

### f/4.5 3+m Note - 

### This issetandcalibratedbythe manufacturerandmust notchange. Foryour reference, thisposition correspondswith the white dot appearing below the right edge of the red0 in the 10ft mark.

S(Shutter priority) 1/1000or above

Remote Cdr.



### Off

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Smile Shutter Off Auto Port Framing Off Soft Skin Effect Off ShootingTip List LCD Display DISP Button



### Image Size

Image Size Aspect Ratio Quality Movie File Format
Movie Record Setting 

### Brightness/Color Display All Info Enable the following:

• Display All Info • Big Font Size Disp • Histogram



### l:16M 

### 3:2 Fine NEX SR: N/A NEX ST: AVCHD NEX SR: N/A NEX ST: 25p 17M (FH)

Exposure Compensation 

### ±0.0

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

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Metering Mode ORO/Auto HDR Picture Effect Creative Style 

### Playback Setting brightness/colorsettings forthe NIR camera, page 59 Multi O-Range Optimizer Off Standard

There are no relevant settings set in the 

### Playback menu. 

### Application There are no relevant settings set in the

### Application menu. 

### Setup Shooting settings

AEL with 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 M FAssist Time 2 Sec Color Space sRGB

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Release without Lens Front Curtain Shutter Long Exposure NR High ISO NR Lens Comp.:Shading Lens Comp.: Chromatic Aberation Lens Comp.: Distortion Auto Slow Shutter MovieAudio Rec. Wind Noise Reduction AF Micro Adjustment Main settings

Menu Start
Function Menu Settings MOVIE Button Custom Key Settings Touch Operation Beep Language Date/Time Setup
Area Setting Help Guide Display Power Save Enable Off Off Normal Auto Auto Auto Off On On

NEX SR: Top NEX ST: Previous

Off

Off Off English Set the correct date and time for your location and the format used by your organization. Set the correct area for your location. Off Standard

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Power Saving StartTime LCD Brightness Display Color Wide Image Playback Display HDMI Resolution CTRL for HDMI USB Connection Cleaning Mode
Version
Initialize 

### Memory card tool

Format
File Number Folder Name New Folder
Recover Image DB Display Card Space 30min Manual White Normal Manual Rotate Auto On Auto (Click to clean the sensor.} (Click to see the camera and lens version.} (Click to reset settings.}

(Click to format a card.} Series Date Form (Click to create a folder.) (Click to recover the image database.}
Click to view card space usage.}

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### Network settings

Access Point Settings Edit Device Name Display MAC Address
Reset View on Smartphone

## I SSJ D/PW Reset

Reset Network Settings Airplane Mode (NEX ST only) (Click to viewthe MAC address.)
NEX SR: (Click to reset the remote view.) NEX ST: (Click to execute smartphone connection SSID and password reset.) (Click to reset the network settings.) On

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

• LiPo manual • 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 "Lila 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 untilthe lithium type is set to "LiPo". 4. To change thevoltage per cell, press the Enter/Start key and then press the DEC or 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 DEC or 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 nowset and should show:

• LiPo manual • C:5.0A 6000mAh 

# UXS 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:

• Hazards identification, page 122 • First aid measures, page 124 • Fire fighting measures, page 124 • Accidental release measures, page 125 • Handling and storage, page 125 • Exposure controls and personal protection, page 127

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• Physical and chemical properties, page 127 • Stability and reactivity, page 127 • Toxicological information, page 128 • Disposal considerations, page 128 • Transportation information, page 128 

## Hazards identification Emergency overview

• Do not open or disassemble. • Do not expose to fire or open flame. • Do not mix with batteries ofvarying sizes, chemistries ortypes. • 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/wateror 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:

182442-95-1 LiMnNiCo02 as Co l.Omg/m 3 R43 S24 526 S36

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EC: 96-49-1 EMC: 623-S3-0

21324-40-3 Organic solvents {ECEMC)

(1)- Nature ofspecial risks: R14 Reacts with water EC: 38 oc {1oo OF) EMC: 4 oc {39 oF)

R21 Harmful in contact with skin R22 Harmful ifswallowed R41 Risk ofserious damage to the eye EC: 243 °( {469 OF) EMC: 90 oc {194 OF) N/A as Ni OSHA None established

OSHA

OSHA

R42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact (2)- Safety advice: 52 Keep out of reach from children 58 Keep away from moisture 522 Do not breathe dust 524 Avoid contact with skin 526 In case ofcontact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty ofwaterand seek medical Protective clothing 536 Wear suitable protective clothing 537 Wear suitable gloves

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## First aid measures In case ofbattery rupture or explosion, evacuate personnel from contaminated area and provide maximum ventilation to clear outfumes/gases. 

### In all cases wherefirst aid is applied, seekmedical attention. Eye contact

• Flush with plenty ofwater (eyelids held open} for at least 15 minutes. 

### Skin contact

• Remove all contaminated clothing and flush affected areas with plenty ofwater and soap for at least 15 minutes. • Do not apply greases or ointments. 

### Ingestion

• Dilute by giving plenty ofwater and get immediate medical attention. • Makesure thatthevictim does not aspirate vomited material by use ofpositional drainage. • Make sure that mucus does not obstructthe airway. • Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 

### Inhalation

• Remove to fresh air and ventilate the contaminated area. • Give oxygen orartificial respiration ifneeded. 

## Fire fighting measures Fire and explosion hazard The battery can leak and/orspoutvaporized or decomposed and combustible electrolytefumes in case ofexposure above 70 

## ·c (158 •F) resulting from inappropriate use orthe environment. Cells or batteries may flame or leak potentially hazardous organicvapors ifexposed to excessive heat orfire. Fire, excessive heat, or over voltage 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 byventilation 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 afire. 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: 

### C02 Dry chemical orfoam extinguishers Not to be used: TypeD extinguishers 

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

Eye The electrolyte solution contained in the battery is irritantto oculartissues. contact: Skin The electrolyte solution contained in the battery causes skin irritation. contact: 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 ifnecessary) 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 acell 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 orsolder. Do notthrow into fire. Do not mix batteries ofdifferenttypes and brands. Do not mix newand used batteries. Keep batteries in non conductive (i.e. plastic) trays. 

### Storage Do notstore 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 littletemperature 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 batteryventing flammable liquid and gases. Batteries should be separated from other materials and stored in a noncombustible, well ventilated, sprinkler-protected structurewith sufficient clearance between walls and battery stacks. Do notstore 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 orcause 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, norexpose to direct sunlight for long periods. 

### Other Follow manufacturers recommendations regarding maximum recommended currents and operating temperature range. Applying pressure on deformingthe 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:

Hand protection:
Eye protection:

Skin protection: Not necessary undernormaluse. In case ofbattery rupture, use selfcontained full-face respiratory equipment. Notnecessary undernormaluse. Use gloves if handling a leaking or ruptured battery. Notnecessary undernormaluse. Wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields ifhandling a leaking or ruptured battery. Notnecessary undernormaluse. Use rubber protective working in case ofhandling ofa ruptured battery. 

## Physical and chemical properties Temperature range:

In storage During discharge During charge +30

## oc (86 

### OF) max. -20 to +60

## oc (-4 to+140 

### OF) 

## oto +45

## oc (+32 to 113 °F) 

## Stability and reactivity Conditions to avoid Heat above 60 

### oc (140 

### oF) or incineration. Deform, mutilate, crush, pierce, disassemble Short circuit Prolonged exposure to humid conditions. 

### Materials to avoid 

### N/A -20 to +60

## oc (-4 to +140 °F) -20 to +60

## oc (-4 to +140 

### OF) Oto +45

## oc (+32 to 113 °F)

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

## ToxicologicaI 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 atthis time. 5. Teratogenicity: No information is available atthis 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 avoluntary basis by professionals). Batteries should be completely discharged priorto disposal and 

## I 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 EPA as requiring specific waste disposal requirements. These are exempted from the hazardous waste disposal standards under Universal Waste Regulations. Disposal oflarge quantities of Lithium-ion 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 morethan 20Wh (Cell) and lOOWh (Battery) ofwatt-hours are not restricted for transport. (5.0 Ah of Nominal Capacity: S.OAh x 3.7V 

## =18.5Wh) Packing Packing Instructions 965 forAir Transport
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### International conventions Air lATA Yes 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 lATA. These can be shipped with the following label: 

# CAUTION!

DO NOT lOAD OR TRANSPOilT PACKAGE IF DAMAGED tor mor-e:**info.rm~_tkm_.** can**823-':~36.2..0100** 

### LITHIUM ION or 

### LITHIUM POLYMER RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES INSIDE (No Utniurn Metal) The package contains lithium ion or polymer ceH 

### or batteries. The package must be handled with care and

that a flammability hazard exism if the packfrge is damage. Special procedures should be fc!lowed in the event of !he package is damaged. To include inspection and repacking, if necessary. For emergency information, call CHEMTREC. 1-703-527-3657 [international] 1-800-424-9300 [U.s

### AJI

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### APPENDIX 

# A

Country-Specific Regulatory Information

• FAA conditions and limitations of operation 

## •

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# 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 ofprecision 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 thefollowing aircraft described in the operator's manual which is afixed-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 atan altitude of no morethan 400 feet 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 avisual observer (VO). The VO may be used to satisfy theVLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS capability. The VO and PIC must be able to communicateverbally at all times. The PIC must be designated before theflight and cannot transfer his or her designation forthe duration oftheflight. The PIC must ensurethattheVO can perform thefunctions prescribed in the operator's manual. 6. Provided the additional requirements identified in these conditions and limitations are added oramended, 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 mustfollow 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 if it petitions for an extension or amendment ofthis exemption. Ifthe operator determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then the operator must petition for amendmentto 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

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### prohibited from operating untilthe 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 ofaflight critical component, must undergo afunctional test flight in accordance with the operator's manual. The PIC who conducts thefunctional test flight must make an entry in the UAS aircraft records oftheflight. The requirements and procedures for afunctional testflight 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 includethe 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 mustfollowthe 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 totalflight hours, description ofwork accomplished, and the signature ofthe authorized UX5 technician returning the UX5 to service. 12. UX5 technicians must receive and documenttraining referenced in the operator's manual. 13. Each UAS operated underthis exemption must comply with all manufacturerSystem 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 athird-class airman medical certificate. The PIC must also meet theflight 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 specificfive 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 theAdministrator. Those minimum flight requirements are repeated here as conditions and limitations: Remote pilot [PIC]

• Minimum 2flights on the UX5 as a remote pilot duringtheType Rating module • Minimum 2flights on the UX5 as visual observer duringtheType Rating module

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

• A minimum of25 flights and 4 hours where: • The flights occurred on 4 different calendar days. • Two long endurance flights that last near the 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 theTrimble operation's manual). • 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. • One flight with a minimum programmed leg distance of 1 km (if possible by CAA regulations, otherwise as long as possible.) • 11 flights with a different selected height where: • 2flights are at the minimum height • 2flights are at the maximum allowable height Examiner

• 100flights and 20 hours (regardless ofaircraft type) or as approved by ateam 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 abortthe 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 Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate ofWaiver or Authorization (COA) priorto conducting any operations underthis grant ofexemption. This COA will also require the operatorto request a Notice to Airman (NOTAM) not morethan 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 otherappropriate 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 timethe 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, ultralightvehicles, parachute activities, parasailing activities, hang gliders, etc.). 25. The UAS may not be operated bythe 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 Gairspace. 28. All operations must be conducted undervisual meteorological conditions (VMC). The UA may not be operated less than 500 feet belowor less than 2,000 feet horizontallyfrom a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC. 29. During operations in Class Gairspace, 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 theAdministrator upon request. 30. The UA may not be operated over congested or densely populated areas. These areas include but are not limited to theyellow 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 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures. 32. Operations ofthe UA may be conducted at distances less than 500 feet from participating persons, vessels, vehicles orstructures that perform an essential function in connection with these special purpose operations. Operations closer than 500 feet 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 500 feet from unoccupied vessels, vehicles or structures owned by the land owner/controllerwhen the land owner/controllergrants such permission and the PIC makes a safety assessment ofthe risk from operations closer to 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/controllerorauthorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted. 35. Any incident, accident, orflight operation thattransgresses 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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# Glossary

aerial imaging rover aerial photo station
aeronautical information publication
AlP avoidance zone

block

CAA
cross wind elevon
flight

flight plan

flight strategy GCP GCS The UXS aerial imaging rover is a type of unmanned aircraft specifically designed for aerial photogrammetry. An aerial photo station is created each time an aerial photo is taken during aflight. It defines a point and includes raw sensorvalues (orientation and tilt), coordinate data, and an image. 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. See aeronautical information publication. Avoidance zones are used in the mission map to indicate areas thatthe unmanned aircraft must not fly over, such as airports and forbidden airspace. 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 aflight plan. Civil Aviation Authority. Awind that blows from a sideways direction. 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. The motion ofthe aircraft through the earth's atmosphere. The main part oftheflight records aerial photo station images ofone or more blocks. One flight can stretch over multiple blocks, depending on the area parameters. A set 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 aflight plan. Pre-defined sequence offlight lines that can be set per block. See ground control point. See ground control station.

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georeferenced image ground control point ground control station

ground sample distance



### GSD head wind height



### lATA ICAO launch
launch dock

launcher


### METAR The act ofpositioning an object at its true location (using two or more coordinates) in 2D or3D space. Georeferencing is used, for example, to position an aerial photograph accurately in relation to other objects in a project. A phototaken from aground- or aerial-based station that includes overlaid point coordinate data. See also georeference. An accurately surveyed coordinate location for a physical feature that can be identified on the ground and is used to georeference images. The ground control station (GCS) is used to control the unmanned aircraft from theground. It comprises theTrimble Tablet running theTrimble Aerial Imaging software. A modem is connected to theTablet 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. In the Aerial Imaging software, theground 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 duringthe flight. See ground sample distance. Awind that blows from the direction thatthe aircraft is flying toward. The height above the ground thatthe unmanned aircraft flies. The rover does not begin taking photographs until it reaches the height specified for theflight. International AirTransport Association International Civil Aviation Authority The process of releasing the roverfrom the launcher. Launch immediately preceeds takeoff. 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. The launcher is a mechanical device that provides asafe way to launch the unmanned aircraft in the direction oftakeoff. 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

mission area
NOT AM



### photogrammetry pitot tube
remote pilot station remotely-piloted remotely-piloted aircraft remotely-pi!oted aircraft system

RPA RPA observer
RPAS
scan area segregated airspace TAF 

### tail wind 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 asingle polygonal area to be flown over at a defined overlap and GSD. Asingle polygonal area that defines the geographical area to be photographed at a defined overlap and GSD during one or moreflights. A notice filed with an aviation authorityto alert aircraft pilots ofpotential hazards along aflight route or at a location that could affect the safety of theflight. The term NOTAM is commonly used ratherthan the more formal term Noticeto Airmen. The use ofphotography in surveying and mappingto make measurements between objects. The sensor used by the aircraftto detect airspeed. It must be kept clean and free ofobstructions to operate correctly. The station at which the remote pilot manages theflight ofan unmanned aircraft. Control ofan aircraft from a pilot station which is not on board the aircraft. An aircraft wheretheflying pilot is not on board the aircraft. This is a subcategory ofunmanned aircraft. Aset ofconfigurable elements consisting ofa remotely-piloted aircraft, its associated remote pilot station(s), the required command and control links and any othersystem elements as may be required at any point during flight operation. See remotely-piloted aircraft. A remote crew memberwho, by visual observation ofthe remotelypiloted aircraft, assists the remote pilot in the safe conduct oftheflight. See remotely-piloted aircraft system. A polygonal area on the earth's surface where aerial images are recorded. Airspace ofspecified dimensions allocated for exclusive use to a specific user(s). See terminal aerodromeforecast. Awind that blows from the opposite direction tothe direction thatthe aircraft is flying toward.

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takeoff
terminal aerodrome forecast tiepoint

tracker



### UA UAS unmanned aircraft
unmanned aircraft system visual line-of-sight operation waypoint
winglet The initial ascent ofthe unmanned aircraft. Takeoff immediately follows launch. A terminal aerodromeforecast (TAF) is a concise statement ofthe expected meteorological conditions at an airport during a specified period (usually 24 or 30 hours). 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. The tracker consists ofatransmitter 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. See unmanned aircraft. See unmanned aircraft system. An aircraft which is intended to operate with no pilot on board. See also unmanned aircraft system (UAS). An aircraft and its associated elements which are operated with no pilot on board. An operation in which the remote crew maintains direct visual contact with the aircraft to manage its flight. Awaypoint is a point between major points on a route, as along atrack. In terms ofthe Aerial Imaging software, a waypoint is located atthe beginning and end ofeach flight line in the scan area. The extreme edge ofthe wing.

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