### UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON, DC

Regulatory Docket No.
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IN THE MATTER OF THE PEMION FOR EXEMPTION OF: CHRIS PUSEY, PLS for 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC FOR AN EXEMPTION SEEKING RELIEF FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF MLE 14 OF THE CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS SECTIONS 61.113(a) 

### & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) 

### & (a)(2), AND 91.417(a) 

### & (b) CONCERNING COMMERCIAL OPERATION OF DJI Phantom 2, Trimble UX5, and Trimble ZX5 UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PURSUANT TO SECTION 333 OF THE FAA MODERNIZATION AND REFORM ACT OF 2012 CPUBUC LAW 112-95)

Submitted on June 30, 2015 

### Chris Pusey, PLS 409 Chicago Drive, Ste. 112 Fayetteville, North Carolina 919-426-6777 cpusey@4dsitesolutions.com 1

## TABLE OF CONTENTS 

# Page GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS

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SUMMARY

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INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF PETITIONER.

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### BACKGROUND

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BASIS FOR PETITION

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NAME AND ADDRESS OF PETITIONER.

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## .7 THE SPECIFIC SECTIONS OF 14 C.F.R. FROM WHICH 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC SEEKS EXEMPTION

.................................................................7 THE EXTENT OF RELIEF 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC SEEKS AND THE REASON 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC SEEKS THE RELIEF
.............. ll THE REASONS WHY GRANTING 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC'S REQUEST WOULD BE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST

.........................................................14 THE REASONS WHY GRANTING THE EXEMPTION WOULD NOT ADVERSELY AFFECT SAFETY

..........................................................................17 SUMMARY THAT CAN BE PUBLISHED IN THE FEDERAL REGISTER

......32 ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, VIEWS, OR ARGUMENTS AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC'S REQUEST

.........32 CONCLUSION

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## AGL AOI ATC ATO AV CFR COA FAA FAR GCS GPS LOL NAS NOTAM 

## PIC Section 

## 333 333 

# so SOP UA UAS VFR VLOS VMC VTOL GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS 

## Above Ground Level Area of Interest Air Traffic Control Air Traffic Organization Aerial Vehicle Code of Federal Regulations Certificate ofAuthorization Federal Aviation Administration Federal Aviation Regulation Ground Control Station Global Positioning System Loss of Link National Airspace System Notice to Airman Pilot in Command FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) Section Safety Observer Standard Operating Procedures Unmanned Aircraft Unmanned Aircraft System Visual Flight Rules Visual Line of Site Visual Meteorological Conditions Vertical Takeoff and Landing

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## SUMMARY 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 

## 61.113(a) & 

## (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & 

## (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

## (b), to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System pursuant to Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA). This exemption will permit 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the commercial purpose of conducting aerial video and photography of construction sites, real estate, and landscape over certain areas ofthe United States. 

## INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF THE PE11110NER 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC provides his clients with expertise and knowledge in advanced technologies and solutions to increase efficiency, productivity and effectiveness. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC has over one hundreds of hours flying experience. They have over 2 years of recreational/hobby experience in aspects of aerial video and photography as related to surveying and construction. The objective of40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC and their aerial operations is to provide high quality imaging for avariety of commercial, public, and residential uses, specifically targeting:
• Aerial data collection for survey maps & 

## mapping quality checks • Construction sites before and after • Real-estate marketing • Agricultural operations 

## BACKGROUND Unmanned Aircraft Systems: OJI Phantom 2 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks an exemption to operate the OJI system for compensation or hire within the NAS. The OJI Phantom 2 is avertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft (UA) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) utilizing electronic tablet or smart phone systems. The OJI Phantom 2 has a maximum gross weight of approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces, while having a length of 16 inches width of 16 inches, height of 8 inches, and a maximum speed of approximately 29 knots. The OJI Phantom 2 is equipped with four main rotors; driven by Lithium Polymer battery powered electric motors. The OJI Phantom 2 that will be operated by 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will be registered in accordance with 49 U.S.C. 44103, Registration of Aircraft, as well as 14 C.F.R Part 47, Aircraft Registration, and marked in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 45, Identification and Registration Marking.
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## Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Trimble ZX5 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks an exemption to operate the DJI system for compensation or hire within the NAS. The Trimble ZX5 is avertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft (UA) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) utilizing electronic tablet or smart phone systems. The Trimble ZX5 has a maximum gross weight of approximately 85cm x49cm. The Trimble ZX5 is equipped with six main rotors; driven by Lithium Polymer battery powered electric motors. The Trimble ZX5 that will be operated by 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will be registered in accordance with 49 U.S.C. 44103, Registration of Aircraft, as well as 14 C.F.R Part 47, Aircraft Registration, and marked in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 45, Identification and Registration Marking. Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Trimble UX5 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks an exemption to operate the DJI system for compensation or hire within the NAS. The Trimble UX5 is avertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft (UA) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) utilizing electronic tablet or smart phone systems. The Trimble UX5 has a maximum gross weight of approximately 5 pounds 51 ounces, length of 39 inches width of 26 inches, height of4 inches, and a maximum speed of approximately 50 mph. The Trimble UX5 is equipped with four main rotors; driven by Lithium Polymer battery powered electric motors. The Trimble UX5 that will be operated by 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will be registered in accordance with 49 U.S.C. 44103, Registration of Aircraft, as well as 14 C.F.R Part 47, Aircraft Registration, and marked in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 45, Identification and Registration Marking.

BASIS FOR PETITION 

## Petitioner, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC, pursuant to the provisions ofthe Federal Aviation Regulations (14 C.F.R. § 

## 11.61) and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA}, Section 333, Special Rules for Certain UnmannedAircraftSystems, hereby petitions the Administrator to commercially operate the DJI Phantom 2, Trimble ZX5 and Trimble UX5 in the National Airspace System (NAS}, and for an exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 

## 61.113(a) & 

## (b), 91.7(a}, 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a}, 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & 

## (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

## (b).

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## In consideration ofthe speed, weight, size, and limited operating area associated with the unmanned aircraft and its operation, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC operation of OJI Phantom 2, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS meets the conditions of FMRA Section 333 and therefore, will not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Accordingly, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC requests relief from Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), as these sections set forth requirements for maintenance that only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that the requested relief is proper since an equivalent level of safety will be ensured. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will use experienced personnel or technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and OJI Phantom 2 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will document and maintain all maintenance records for the OJI Phantom 2 UAS. Relief from certain requirements of Section 61.113(a) and (b), entitled Private pilot privileges and Limitations: Pilot in command, is requested by 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC to the extent necessary to allow a Pilot in Command (PIC) holding a private pilot or higher level certificate, as well as an airman medical certificate, and who has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight- hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS in a manner consistent with this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks relief from Section 91.7(a), entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, because the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS do not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. As such, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that they will ensure that the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Tremble ZXS, and Tremble UXS is in an airworthy condition, prior to everyflight, by determining that the UAS is in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and OJI Phantom 2 Instruction Manual), and that the aircraft is in a condition for safe flight. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC also seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.121, entitled AltimeterSettings, as the OJI Phantom 2, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS will not have atypical barometric altimeter onboard. However, altitude information ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UA, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS will be provided to the PIC via Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and radio communications telemetry data link, which
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### downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring of the flight path. This altitude information, combined with 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC operation of the DJI Phantom 2 UAS within visual line of sight, at or below 500 feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. Additionally, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.151(b}, entitled 

## Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions. 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that safety will not be affected by operation ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC) undervisual flight rules (VFR), with enough battery powerto fly for a total duration of approximately 14.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. In accordance with 14 C.F.R. § 

### 11.81, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC provides the following information in support of its petition for exemption: 

## A. Name And Address 

## OfThe Petitioner. The name and address of the Petitioner and point of contact is: Chris Pusey for 4D Site Solutions Inc. 409 Chicago Drive, Ste. 112 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28306 910-426-6777 cpusey@4dsitesolutions.com



## B. The Specific Sections Of 14 C.F.R. From Which 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption. 1. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption from the Requirements of Section 61.113(a) and (b). Section 61.113, entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations: 

## Pilot in command, subsections (a) and (b) prescribe the following, in relevant part: (a) No person who holds a private pilot certificate may act as a pilot in command (PIC) of an aircraft that is carrying passengers or property for



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### compensation or hire; nor may that person, for compensation or hire, act as PIC ofan aircraft. (b) A private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft in connection with any business or employment if- (1) The flight is only incidental to that business or employment; and (2) The aircraft does not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire. 

## 2. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a). Section 91.7, entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, subsection (a), states the following: (a) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy condition. 

## 3. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121.

Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings, subsection (a), states the following, in part: (a) Each person operating an aircraft shall maintain the cruising altitude or flight level ofthat aircraft, as the case may be, by reference to an altimeter that is set when operating-- (1) Below 18,000 feet MSL, to-- (i) The current reported altimeter setting of a station along the route and within 100 nautical miles ofthe aircraft; (ii) 

## Ifthere is no station within the area prescribed in paragraph (a)(1)(i) of this section, the current reported altimeter setting ofan appropriate available station; or

(iii) 

### In the case of an aircraft not equipped with a radio, the elevation of the departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before departure.



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## 4. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.151(b). Section 91.151, entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions, 

### subsection
(b), states the following:
(b) No person maybegin a flight in a rotorcraft under VFR conditions unless (considering wind andforecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the firstpoint ofintended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least20 minutes. 

## 5. 

## 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption From The Requirement Of Section 91.405(a). Section 91.405, entitled Maintenance required, 

### subsection (a), states the following: Each owner or operator ofan aircraft- (a) Shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart Eofthis part and shall between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) ofthis section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 ofthis chapter[.] 

## 6. 

## 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.407(a)(l) Section 91.407, entitled Operation aftermaintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, oralteration, 

### subsection (a)(1), states the following: (a) No person may operate any aircraft that has undergone maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless-- (1) It has been approved for return to service by a person authorized under § 

### 43.7 of this chapter [.] 

## 7. 

## 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.409(a) (1) And 91.409(a)(2). Section 91.409, entitled Inspections, 

### subsection (a), states the following:

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### (a) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, no person may operate an aircraft unless, within the preceding 12 calendar months, it has had -- (1) An annual inspection in accordance with part 43 ofthis chapter and has been approved for return to service by a person authorized by § 

### 43.7 ofthis chapter; or (2) An inspection for the issuance ofan airworthiness certificate in accordance with part 21 of this chapter. 8. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption from the Requirements of Sections 91.417(a) and 91.417(b). 

### Section 91.417, entitled 

### Maintenance records, subsections (a) and (b), state the following: (a) Except for work performed in accordance with §§ 

### 91.411 and 91.413, each registered owner or operator shall keep the following records for the periods specified in paragraph (b) of this section: (1) Records of the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration and records ofthe 100-hour, annual, progressive, and other required or approved inspections, as appropriate, for each aircraft (including the airframe) and each engine, propeller, rotor, and appliance of an aircraft. The records must include-- (i) A description (or reference to data acceptable to the Administrator) of the work performed; and (ii) The date of completion ofthe work performed; and (iii) The signature, and certificate number ofthe person approving the aircraft for return to service. (2) Records containing the following information: (i) The total time in service of the airframe, each engine, each propeller, and each rotor.



### (ii) The current status of life-limited parts of each airframe, engine, propeller, rotor, and appliance.



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### (iii) The time since last overhaul of all items installed on the aircraft which are required to be overhauled on a specified time basis. (iv) The current inspection status ofthe aircraft, including the time since the last inspection required by the inspection program under which the aircraft and its appliances are maintained. (v) The current status of applicable airworthiness directives (AD) and safety directives including, for each, the method of compliance, the AD or safety directive number and revision date. Ifthe AD or safety directive involves recurring action, the time and date when the next action is required.

(vi) Copies of the forms prescribed by§ 43.9(d) ofthis chapter for each major alteration to the airframe and currently installed engines, rotors, propellers, and appliances. (b) The owner or operator shall retain the following records for the periods prescribed: (1) The records specified in paragraph (a)(1) ofthis section shall be retained until the work is repeated or superseded by other work or for 1 year after the work is performed. (2) The records specified in paragraph (a)(2) ofthis section shall be retained and transferred with the aircraft at the time the aircraft is sold. (3) A list of defects furnished to a registered owner or operator under § 43.11 ofthis chapter shall be retained until the defects are repaired and the aircraft is approved for return to service. 

## C. The Extent Of Relief 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks And The Reason 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks The Relief. 1. Extent Of Relief 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks And The Reason 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Relief From Section 61.113(a) And (b). Relief from Section 61.113(a) and (b) entitled Private pilotprivileges and limitations: Pilot in command, is requested to the extent necessary to allow a PIC holding a private pilot or higher level certificate, as well as a current and valid airman medical certificate, and who has met certain flight-hour and currency requirements, to conduct the proposed UAS flight operations for compensation or hire.


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### This relief is requested since the limitations set forth in Section 61.113(a) and (b) state that a private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft in connection with any business or employment if: (1) The flight is only incidental to that business or employment; and (2) The aircraft does not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire. As set forth more fully below, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that an equivalent level of safety will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, or Trimble UXS unless that PIC has met certain flight-hour and currency requirements, demonstrating that the PIC is able to safely operate either the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, or Trimble UXS in a manner consistent with the operations specifications as described in this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers, as well as maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. Further, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that all flights ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS conducted by the PIC pursuant to the grant ofthis Petition: (1) will be incidental to 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC's business; and (2) will not carry passengers or propertyfor compensation or hire. 

## 2. Extent Of Relief 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks And The Reason 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Relief From Section 91.7(a).

Relief from Section 91.7(a) entitled 

### Civil aircraft airworthiness, is requested to the extent required to allow 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC to determine that the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS is in airworthy condition prior to every flight by ensuring that the UAS is in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., the 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and OJI Phantom 2, Trimble ZXS, Trimble UXS Instruction Manual). 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks the requested relief because the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS does not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Therefore, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will ensure that the OJI Phantom 2 UAS is in airworthy condition based upon its compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and OJI Phantom 2 Instruction Manual) prior to every flight, and further, determine that the aircraft is in condition for safe flight, as stated in the conditions and limitations below.



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## 3. Extent Of Relief 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks And The Reason 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Relief From Section 91.121.

Relief from Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings, may be required to allow flight operations ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS, which utilize a barometric pressure sensor, GPS equipment, and a radio communications telemetry data link to downlink altitude information from the UA to the PIC at the ground control station (GCS). Since the FAA requires that any altitude information concerning UAS operations be reported to air traffic control (AT() in feet above ground level (AGL), 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks the requested relief because the OJI Phantom 2 UA's altimeter may be set on the ground to zero feet AGL, rather than the local barometric pressure or field altitude, before each flight. Considering the limited altitude ofthe proposed operations, relief from 14 CFR 91.121 is sought to the extent necessary to comply with the applicable conditions and limitations stated below. As more fully set forth herein, an equivalent level of safety will be maintained since the OJI Phantom 2 UAS is equipped with a barometric pressure sensor and GPS equipment, which automatically ensures that a ground level pressure setting will be established prior to each flight, and provides the PIC with altitude information of the UA on the heads-up display of the GCS. 

## 4. Extent Of Relief 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks And The Reason 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Relief From Section 91.151(b).

Relief from Section 91.151(b) entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions, is requested to the extent required to allow flights ofthe battery powered OJI Phantom 2 UAS during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), for a total duration of 14.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks the requested relief because without an exemption from Section 91.151(b), the flight time duration of the battery powered OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, Trimble UX5 will severely constrain the practicality of any aerial video or still photo flight operations that 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC proposes to conduct pursuant to this Petition. Significantly, as set forth below, the technical specifications of the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZX5, Trimble UX5, the OJI Phantom 2 operating documents, and 40 SITE 13

## SOLUTIONS INC proposed operating limitations, ensure that 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will safely operate the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 UA, Trimble ZX5, and Trimble UX5 during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), with enough battery power to fly for atotal duration of 14.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. 5. Extent Of Relief 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks And The Reason 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Relief From Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) 

## & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) 

## & (b).



## Since Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & 

## (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

## (b) only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC requests relief from these Sections because the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZX5, and Trimble UXS does not require an airworthiness certificate. As set forth more fully below, the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UX5, and Trimble ZXS meet the conditions of FMRA Section 333 for operation without an airworthiness certificate. Accordingly, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the UAS operating documents (i.e., the 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will document and maintain all maintenance records for the DJI Phantom, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS. D. The Reasons Why Granting 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Request Would Be In The Public Interest; That 

## Is, How ItWould Benefit The Public 

## As A Whole.


## Granting the present Petition will further the public interest by allowing 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC to safely, efficiently, and economically perform aerial video and photography of construction sites, real estate, and landscape over certain areas ofthe United States. Additionally, use ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS will decrease congestion ofthe NAS, reduce pollution, and provide significant benefits to the economy and safety ofthe surveyors. Notably, the benefits of4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC's proposed operation ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS will be realized without implicating any privacy issues. 14

## 1. The Public Will Benefit From Decreased Congestion Of The NAS. The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS are battery powered and serve as a safe, efficient, and economical alternative to the manned aircraft traditionally utilized to obtain aerial imagery. By reducing the amount of manned aircraft needed to perform aerial acquisitions, an exemption allowing the use of a DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS would reduce the amount of manned aircraft in the NAS, reduce noise and air pollution, as well as increase the safety of life and property in the air and on the ground. Furthermore, by reducing the number of manned aircraft operating in the NAS, congestion around airports caused by arriving and departing aircraft will be reduced. The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS do not require an airport to takeoff or land. Likewise, a reduction of manned aircraft conducting aerial video and photography missions would result in fewer aircraft that must be handled by air traffic control during the ground, takeoff, departure, arrival, and landing phases offlight operations. 

## 2. The Public Will Benefit From The Safety And Efficiency Of

## The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS.
Conducting aerial acquisitions with the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS instead of manned aircraft, will greatly benefit the public by drastically reducing the levels of air and noise pollution generated during traditional aerial video and still photography flight operations. By using battery power and electric motors, the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS produces no air pollution, and is the most viable environmentally conscious alternative to the cabin class, six cylinder internal combustion engine aircraft that are typically utilized for aerial video and photography, while burning approximately 20-30 gallons per hour of leaded aviation fuel. The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS while reducing the carbon footprint of aerial acquisitions, also eliminates noise pollution, as the UA is propelled by battery powered electric motors, rather than an internal combustion engine. By using the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS to perform aerial acquisitions, the substantial risk to life and property in the air and on the ground, which is usually associated with traditional manned aircraft flight operations, will be substantially reduced or completely eliminated. Aside from the lack offlight crew members located onboard the aircraft, the DJI Phantom 2 UAS (weighing approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces, at its maximum gross weight with a length of 16 inches, width of 16 inches, and with no fuel on board), has less physical potential for collateral damage to life and 

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## property on the ground, and in the air, compared to the manned aircraft that typically conduct similar operations (weighing approximately 6,000 pounds with awingspan of approximately 42 feet, a length of 34 feet, and afuel capacity of 180 gallons). 3. Performing Aerial Video and Photography Operations with the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS Will Benefit the Economy.

In addition to being safe and efficient, the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS are also an economical alternative to using manned aircraft to conduct similar aerial operations. As such, operation ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS will allow United States based companies, like 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC, to remain competitive and contribute to growth ofthe U.S. economy. Specifically, with the rising cost of aviation fuel and the Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") regulatory actions phasing out leaded aviation fuels, U.S. owned and operated companies must adopt new and alternative technology in order to remain competitive. Operating the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, Trimble ZXS is one such technology that not only allows companies greater operational flexibility compared to manned aircraft, but provides such flexibility without the high operational cost of atraditional manned aircraft. By operating the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS companies such as 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC, can remain competitive and profitable, and therefore, provide greaterjob stability to employees and contractors, which will ultimately contribute to growth ofthe U.S. economy. Improved financial performance of U.S. companies, through commercial use ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS provides a stable workforce that increases consumer spending; improves local, state, and federal tax revenues; and allows companies to invest in research and development in order to remain competitive both in the United States and abroad. 4. There Are No Privacy Issues. Similar to the manned aerial acquisition flight operations that have been conducted for decades, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC's proposed operation of the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, TrimbleUXS, and Trimble ZXS will not implicate any privacy issues. Specifically, the DJI Phantom 2 UAS will be operated only in compliance with operating documents (i.e., the 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Instruction Manual) which requires property owner involvement as well as local law enforcement notification, and in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, including the minimum altitude requirements of 14 C.F.R. § 

## 91.119.
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## E. The Reasons Why Granting The Exemption Would Not Adversely Affect Safety, Or How The Exemption Would Provide A Level Of Safety At Least Equal To That Provided By The Rule From Which 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption.

1. Reasons Why The DJI Phantom 

## 2 UA Meet The Conditions Of The FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 

## 2012 (FMRA) Section 333.

In consideration ofthe size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the unmanned aircraft and its operation, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC's operation of the DJI Phantom 2 UAS meets the conditions of FMRA Section 333, and will not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Section 333 provides authority for a UAS to operate without airworthiness certification and sets forth requirements for considering whether a UAS 

## will create a hazard to users ofthe NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security. Specifically, FMRA Section 333 states the following, in part: 

## (a) In General. --Notwithstanding anyotherrequirement ofthis subtitle, andnot later than 180 days after the date ofenactment ofthis Act, the Secretaryof Transportation shall determine ifcertain unmannedaircraftsystems mayoperate safelyin the national airspace system before completion ofthe plan and rulemaking required bysection 332 ofthis Act or the guidance required by section 334 ofthis Act. (b) Assessment ofUnmannedAircraftSystems. --In making the determination undersubsection (a), the Secretaryshall determine, ata minimum-- (1) which types ofunmannedaircraftsystems, ifany, as a result oftheir size, weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports and populatedareas, andoperation within visual line ofsight do notcreate a hazard to users ofthe national airspace system or the public orpose a threat to national security; and
(2) Whether a certificate ofwaiver, certificate ofauthorization, or airworthiness certification undersection 44704 oftitle 49, UnitedStates

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## Code, is requiredfor the operation ofunmannedaircraftsystems identified underparagraph (1).
(c) Requirements for Safe Operation.--lfthe Secretarydetermines under this section that certain unmannedaircraftsystems mayoperate safelyin the nationalairspace system, the Secretaryshall establish requirements for the safe operation ofsuch aircraftsystems in the nationalairspace system.

In seeking this exemption, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, TrimbleZXS, and Trimble UXS can operate safely in the NAS pursuant to FMRA Section 333, as demonstrated by: (a) the characteristics ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS; (b) the pilot certification requirement; and (c) the specific operating limitations. 

## a. The Specifications Of The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS Demonstrate Its Safe Characteristics.

The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble ZXS, and Trimble UXS does not create a hazard to users ofthe NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security considering its size, weight, speed, and operational capability. 

## I. Technical Specifications OfThe DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, Trimble ZXS.

The technical specifications ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS are set forth by the DJI Phantom 2 User Manuals, attached hereto as Appendix A. 

## D. The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS Autonomous Flight And Navigation Modes Enable The UAS To Remain Within A Defined Operational Area.

The DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS may be operated in both manual and fully autonomous flight modes. A complete description ofthe flight and navigational



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### modes ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS is provided at pages 25-35 ofthe OJI Phantom 2 User Manuals, attached hereto as Appendix 

### A. 

## iii. The DJI Phantom 2 UAS Are Designed For Automatic Return To Home Point Or Hover In The Event Of Loss Of The Control Link Or Navigation.

When the Control Link is lost, the OJI Phantom 2 UA will remain stationary, in flight, for 3 seconds or more. If, after 3 seconds, the OJI Phantom 2 UA does not reacquire control link data from the GCS, the UA will assume that the Control Link is lost and the UAs will return to the home position (i.e., failsafe mode) via GPS, and will descend to the takeoff position and shutdown. A complete description ofthe Failsafe Functions ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS are set forth at pages 27 through 29 ofthe OJI Phantom 2 User Manuals, attached hereto as Appendix A. 

### IV. 

## The DJI Phantom 2 and GCS And Its Operation.

A complete description ofthe operation and specifications ofthe OJI Phantom 2 GCS and flight control software is provided at pages 32 through 43 ofthe OJI Phantom 2 User Manual. OJI Phantom 2 User Manuals are attached hereto as Appendix A. 

## b. Flight Operations Of DJI Phantom 2 UAS Are Limited To The Line Of Sight Of A Certificated Pilot in Command With A Safety Observer.

Chris Pusey, PLS for 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC 

## will be the only person to act as a pilot in command (PIC) ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS. Additionally, a safety observer 

## will assist him during flight time. 

## c. Flights Of DJI Phantom 2 UAS. Trimble UXS. and Trimble ZXS Will Be Conducted Pursuant To Specific Operating Limitations.

In seeking this exemption, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC proposes to commercially operate OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS for the special purpose of conducting



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### aerial video and photography over certain areas of United States, pursuant to the following specific operating limitations: 1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption will be limited to the following aircraft described in the operating documents, a rotorcraft UAS weighing less than 55 pounds maximum gross weight: DJI Phantom 2, Trimble ZX5, and Trimble UX5 an Unmanned Aircraft System. Proposed operations of any other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this grant.

2. UAS operations under this exemption will be limited to conducting operations for the purpose of aerial video and photography.

3. The UA may not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 20 knots.

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 500 feet above ground level (AGL), as indicated by the procedures specified in the operating documents unless a special request is made and approved by ATC. All altitudes reported to ATC must be in feet AGL.

5. The UA must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) ofthe PIC at all times. This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC's FAA-issued airman medical certificate.

6. The use offirst person view (FPV) by the PIC or safety observer (SO) is not permitted.

7. All operations must utilize a safety observer (SO). The SO may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS capability. The SO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times. Electronic messaging ortexting is not permitted during flight operations. The


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### PIC must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the SO can perform the functions prescribed in the operating documents.

8. The SO must not perform any other duties beyond assisting the PIC with seeing and avoiding other air traffic and other ground based obstacles/obstructions and is not permitted to operate the camera or other instruments.

9. The operating documents and the grant of exemption must be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and limitations contained in the grant of exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, the conditions and limitations contained in the grant of exemption take precedence and must be followed. Otherwise, the operator must follow the procedures as outlined in its operating documents. The operator may update or revise its operating documents. 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 extension or amendment to the grant of exemption. Ifthe operator determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted the exemption, then the operator must petition for amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operating documents.

10. Prior to each flight the PIC must inspect the UAS to ensure that it is in a condition for safe flight. Ifthe inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation ofthe UAS, the aircraft is prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight. The Ground Control Station must be included in the preflight inspection. All maintenance and alterations must be properly documented in the aircraft records.

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### 11. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacement ofa flight critical component, must undergo a functional test flight. The PIC who conducts the functional test flight must make an entry in the aircraft records.

12. The pre-flight inspection must account for all potential discrepancies, e.g. inoperable components, items, or equipment, not already covered in the relevant sections ofthe operating documents.

13. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer's aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul; replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements.

14. The operator must carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping requirements, in accordance with the operating documents. Maintenance, inspection, alterations, and status of replacemenVoverhaul component parts must be noted in the aircraft records, including total time in service, description ofwork accomplished, and the signature ofthe authorized person returning the UAS to service.

15. Each UASs operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer Safety Bulletins.

16. The authorized person must make an entry in the aircraft record ofthe corrective action taken against discrepancies discovered between inspections.

17. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC meets the operator's qualification criteria and demonstrates the ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours must be logged in a manner consistent with 14 C.F.R 

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### § 

### 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes oftraining the operator's PICs are permitted under the terms ofthe exemption. However, training operations may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, all persons not essential for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the UA with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 C.F.R. § 

### 91.119.

18. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 C.F.R. § 

### 1.1. All operations must be conducted undervisual meteorological conditions (VMC). Ifflight at night is required, a special request will be made at the FAA office closest to proposed area of operations. Flights under special visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized.

19. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point as denoted on a current FAA-published aeronautical chart unless a letter of agreement with that airport's management is obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a NOTAM as required by the operator's COA. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available to the Administrator upon request.

20. The UA may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet horizontallyfrom a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.

21. Ifthe UA loses communications or loses its GPS signal, it must return to a pre- determined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered in accordance with the operating documents.

22. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies in accordance with the operating documents.



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### 23. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed to the intended landing point and land the UA with 25% battery power remaining.

24. All aircraft operated in accordance with the exemption must be identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 C.F.R. part 47, and have identification (N- Number) markings in accordance with 14 C.F.R. part 45, Subpart C. Markings must be as large as practicable.

25. Before conducting operations, the radio frequency spectrum used for operation and control ofthe UA must comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements.

26. The documents required fewer than 14 C.F.R. 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the PIC at the Ground Control Station ofthe UAS any time the UAS is operating. These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.

27. The UA must remain clear and yield the right of way to all manned aviation operations and activities at all times.

28. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle.

29. Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons (persons other than the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential persons), vessels, vehicles, and structures unless:



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### a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. 

## Ifa situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet ofthe UA, flight operations must cease immediately and/or;

b. The aircraft is operated nearvessels, vehicles or structures where the owner/controller of such vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission and the PIC has made a safety assessment ofthe risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not present an undue hazard, and;

c. Operations nearer to the PIC, SO, operatortrainees or essential persons do not present an undue hazard to those persons per § 

### 91.119(a).

30. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property with permission from the land owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from land owner/controller or authorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted.



## 2. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements 

## Of Section 61.113(a) And (b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that the equivalent level of safety established by Section 61.113(a) and (b) will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZXS in a manner consistent with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures.


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## Considering 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC's proposed area of operations, and the operating limitations set forth-above; the airmanship skills necessary to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UX5, and Trimble ZX5, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that the additional manned airmanship experience of a commercially certificated pilot would not correlate to the airmanship skills necessary for 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC's specific proposed flight operations. The FAA has previously granted relief from Section 61.113(a) and (b) specific to UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080,**1110~** 

## 11110, 11112,**1113~** 

## 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will not allow any PIC to operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour requirements orthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS training and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 or DJI Phantom 3 UAS in a manner consistent with this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. Specifically, the PIC must have accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent with 14 C.F.R. § 

## 61.51(b), 25 hours oftotal time as a UAS rotorcraft pilot (with a minimum of 5 hours of those hours as a UAS pilot operating the same make and model of UAS to be used for operations under the exemption). In addition to the hour requirements, the PIC must accomplish 3takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency purposes). As in Exemption Nos. 11062, 11138, and 11153, prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations will ensure an equivalent level of safety during 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC's proposed operations. The Administrator has held that prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations would ensure safe operations, stating as follows: In Exemption No. 11062, the FAA required that prior to conducting operations for the purpose of motion picture filming (or similar operations), the PIC must have accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent with 14 CFR 61.51(b), 25 hours of total time as a UAS rotorcraft pilot including at least 10 hours logged as a UAS pilot with a multi-rotor UAS. Prior to operations under Exemption No. 11062, the PIC must also have accumulated and logged a minimum of 5 hours as a UAS pilot operating the same make and model of UAS to be used for operations under the exemption. For clarification, the FAA considers these minimum hour requirements to be inclusive rather than additive; i.e. 5 hours make and model time may be 

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### included in the 10 hours of multi-rotortime and the 10 hours may be included in the total 25 hours of UAS rotorcraft time. In addition to the hour requirements, the PIC must accomplish 3 takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency purposes). The FM finds that at a minimum, the flight-hour requirements in Exemption No. 11062 are appropriate to practice and build proficiency in the skills necessary to safely conduct the petitioner's proposed operations. The FAA also finds that prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations would satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, and experience-building flights can also be conducted under the grant of exemption to accomplish the required flight time. During training, proficiency, and experience-building flights the PIC is required to operate the UA with appropriate distances in accordance with 14 C.F.R 91.119.
Exemption No. 11138 at page 15. Accordingly, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will ensure safe operations by not allowing any PIC to operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UX5, and Trimble ZX5 unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UX5, and Trimble ZX5 in a manner consistent with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

## 3. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.7(a) will be maintained because prior to every flight, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UXS, and Trimble ZX5 is in an airworthy condition based upon the UAS's compliance with its operating documents and as stated in the conditions and limitations herein. Additionally, the FM has previously granted relief from Section 91.7(a) specific to UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 11062,11063,11064,11065,11066,11067,11080,11109,11110,11112,**1113~** 

### 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161).



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## 4. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121 Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.121 will be maintained because the altitude information of the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UX5, and Trimble ZX5 will be provided to the PIC via GPS equipment and a radio communications telemetry data link, which downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring ofthe flight path and altitude. This altitude information combined with 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC's operation of the OJI Phantom 2 UA within visual line of sight, at or below 500 feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. The altitude information will be generated by GPS equipment installed onboard the aircraft. Prior to each flight, a zero altitude initiation point is automatically established by the UASs at ground level. The FAA has previously granted relief from Section 91.121 specific to UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 11062,11063,11064,11065,11066,11067,11080,11109,11112,11136,11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 

## 5. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.151(b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

A grant of this exemption would ensure an equivalent level of safety established by 14 C.F.R. Section 91.151(b) as a result of (1) the technical specifications ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS; (2) the limitations on the proposed flight operations; and (3) the location ofthe proposed flight operations. Accordingly, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will ensure that it will safely operate the battery powered OJI Phantom 2 UA during daylight hours in VFR conditions, with enough battery power to fly for a total duration of 13.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. Here, as in Exemption No. 11109, the technical specifications of the OJI Phantom 2 UAS; the limitations on the proposed flight operations; and the location of the proposed operations, will ensure an equivalent level of safety established by 14 C.F.R. Section 91.151(b). Furthermore, safety will be ensured as the OJI Phantom 2 UAS provide audible and visual warnings to the PIC at the GCS when the UA experiences low battery voltage, the first warning occurring at approximately 33% remaining battery power, and again at



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## approximately 10% remaining battery power. At the critically low battery level, the OJI Phantom 2 UAS will descend and land automatically. Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Section 91.151 establish that safety is not adversely affected when the technical characteristics and operating limitations ofthe UAS are considered. Relief has been granted for manned aircraft to operate at less than the minimums prescribed in Section 91.151, including Exemption Nos. 2689, 5745, and 10650. Moreover, the FAA has previously granted relief from Section 91.151 specific to UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 8811, 10808, 10673, 11042, 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066,11067,11080,11109,11110,11136,11138,11150,11153,11156,11157,11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 

## 6. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.405(a). 91.407(a)(l). 91.409(a)(l) 

## & (a)(2). And 91.417(a) 

## & (b) Would Not AdverselyAffect Safety.

In seeking this exemption, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that the equivalent level of safety with regard to the regulatory maintenance and alteration requirements established by Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & 

## (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

## (b) will be met because 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the operating documents (i.e., the 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and the OJI Phantom 2 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will document and maintain all maintenance records for the OJI Phantom 2 UAS, Trimble UX5, and Trimble ZX5. Since the OJI Phantom 2 UAS will be inspected as prescribed by the operating documents, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will maintain the equivalent level of safety established by Sections 91.405(a), 91.409(a)(1), and 91.409(a)(2). Copies of the OJI Phantom 2 User Manuals are attached hereto as Appendix A; a copy ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS Maintenance LOG is attached hereto as Appendix B. Likewise, the exemption sought will not adversely affect safety because 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC will use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations or preventive maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed by the operating documents.

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## Furthermore, the exemption sought would maintain an equivalent level of safety established by Sections 91.407, 91.417(a) and 91.417(b), because all maintenance ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS will be performed by trained technicians. Maintenance will be documented and maintained utilizing the monthly maintenance log. Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & 

## (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

## (b) establish that safety is not adversely affected when the technical characteristics and operating limitations ofthe UAS are considered. In consideration of40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC's proposed operating limitations, the operating documents, and the technical aspects ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC submits that safety will not be adversely affected by granting exemption from 14 C.F.R. Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1) and (a)(2), 91.409(a)(2), and 91.417(a) and (b). The FAA has previously granted relief specific to UAS in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065,11066,11067,11080,11109,11110,11112,11136,11138,11150,11153,11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 7. The FAA May Prescribe Any Other Conditions For Safe Operation. In accordance with Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (FMRA) and 14 C.F.R. § 

## 21.16 entitled Special Conditions, 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC requests that the FAA prescribe special conditions for the intended operation of the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, which contain such safety standards that the Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H, and 14 C.F.R §§ 

## 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7 (a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

## (b). Such special conditions will permit safe operation ofthe UA for the limited purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas ofthe United States for compensation or hire. FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a hazard to users ofthe NAS or the public, or otherwise pose athreat to national security; and further, provides the authority for such UAS to operate without airworthiness certification in accordance with any requirements that must be established for the safe operation of the UAS in the NAS. Likewise, the Administrator may prescribe special conditions pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 

## 21.16, for operation ofthe OJI Phantom 2 UAS, since the airworthiness regulations of 14 C.F.R. Part 21 do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards, due to the novel or unusual design features ofthe aircraft. Section 21.16, entitled Special Conditions, states the following:
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## Ifthe FAA finds that the airworthiness regulations ofthis subchapter do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for an aircraft, aircraft engine, or propeller because of a novel or unusual design feature ofthe aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller, he prescribes special conditions and amendments thereto for the product. The special conditions are issued in accordance with Part 11 ofthis chapter and contain such safety standards for the aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller as the FAA finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established in the regulations.

See 14 C.F.R. § 

## 21.16. Therefore, in accordance with FMRA Section 333 and 14 C.F.R. § 

## 21.16, the FAA may prescribe special conditions for 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC's intended operation of the DJI Phantom 2 UAS, which contain such safety standards that the Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H, and 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a) & 

## (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & 

## (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

## (b). A Summary That Can Be Published in the Federal Register, stating: The Rules From Which 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks Exemption:

40 SITESOLUTIONS INC seeks exemption {rom the requirements of14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a)&(b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & 

### (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

### (b).



## A Brief Description OfThe Nature OfThe Exemption 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Seeks:

This exemption willpermit40 SITESOLUTIONS INC to commerciallyoperate an UnmannedAircraft System (UAS) {or the purpose ofconducting aerial video and photography overcertain areas ofthe United States.

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## Any Additional Information, Views, or Arguments Available To Support 40 SITE SOLUTIONS INC Request.

This Petition is made pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) Section 333, which directs the Secretary of Transportation to determine if certain UAS may operate safely in the NAS. As such, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC's request for exemption may be granted pursuant to the authority of FMRA Section 333 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, as set forth above. FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a hazard to users ofthe NAS or the public, or otherwise poses a threat to national security; and further, provides the authority for such UAS to operate without airworthiness certification. As discussed in detail above, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC will operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS safely in the NAS, without creating a hazard to users ofthe NAS, or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security. 

## CONCLUSION As set forth herein, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC seeks an exemption pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 

### 11.61 and Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA), which will permit safe operation ofthe DJI Phantom 2 UAS commercially, without an airworthiness certificate, for the limited purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas ofthe United States. By granting this Petition, the FAA Administrator will be fulfilling the Congressional mandate ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, while also advancing the interests ofthe public, by allowing 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC to safely, efficiently, and economically operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS commercially within the NAS. 

## WHEREFORE, in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Section 333, 4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC respectfully requests that the Administrator grant this Petition for an exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a) 

### & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) 

## & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) 

## & (b), and permit4D SITE SOLUTIONS INC to operate the DJI Phantom 2 UAS commercially for the purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas ofthe United States. Dated: June 30, 2015


### 32Appendices: A - DJI Phantom 2 Manual: B - DJI Phantom 3 Specifications Data Sheet C - Month!y Maintenance log D- DJI Phantom Users Guide 33

Respectfully submitted, Chris Pusey, PLS

for 4D Site Solutions Inc. 409 Chicago Drive Ste. 112 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28306 910-426-6777

### APPENDIX-A 

## DJI PHANTOM 2 TECHNICAL SPEOFICATIONS

4D Site Solutions onlv utilizes safe and reliable UASs. DJI is an industrv leader in small UAS oroduction. DJI UASs are loaded with around breakina software enablina the user to set oarameters which will not allow fliaht into controlled airsoace. Parameters can also be set to limit fliaht to no hiaher than a oredetermined and set altitude as well as limit fliaht to a oredetermined and set distance. In addition. DJI software orovides real-time altitude and location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices)

1.1 DJI Phantom 2

1.1.1 Aircraft 1.1.1.1 Supported Battery- DJI 5200mAH LiPo Battery 1.1.1.2 Weight (Battery 

### & Propellers Included) - 21bs 11.810oz (1242g) 1.1.1.3 Hover Accuracy (Ready to Fly)- Vertical: .8m; Horizontal: 2.5m 1.1.1.4 Max Yaw Angular Velocity- 200°/s 1.1.1.5 Max Tilt Angel- 35° 1.1.1.6 Max Ascent Speed- 6m/s 1.1.1.7 Max Descent Speed- 2m/s 1.1.1.8 Max Flight Speed -lSm/s (NOT RECOMMENDED)
1.1.2 Gimbal 1.1.2.1 Working Current- Static: 750mA; Dynamic: 900mA 1.1.2.2 Control Accuracy - ±0.03° 1.1.2.3 Controllable Range- Pitch: -90° - 0° 1.1.2.4 Maximum Angular Speed- Pitch: 90°/s
1.1.3 Camera 1.1.3.1 Operating Temperature Range - 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°() 1.1.3.2 Sensor Size- l/2.3" 1.1.3.3 Effective Pixels- 14M 

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## 1.1.3.4 Resolution - 4384x3288 4.1.3.5 HD Video Recording -1080p30 & 

## 720p 4.1.3.6 Recording Field ofView- 110°/85°
1.1.4 Transmitter 1.1.4.1 Operating Frequency- 5.728GHz- 5.85GHz 1.1.4.2 Communication Distance (unobstructed) - FCC Compliance: 800m 1.1.4.3 Receiver Sensitivity (1%PER)- -93dBm 1.1.4.4 Transmitter Power- FCC Compliance: 100mW 1.1.4.5 Working Voltage -120mA@3.7V
1.1.5 Range Extender 1.1.5.1 Operating Frequency- 2412-2462MHz 1.1.5.2 Communication Distance (unobstructed)- 500-700m 1.1.5.3 Transmitter Power- 20dBm 1.1.5.4 Power Consumption- 2W



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### 5.01

Congratulations on purchasing your new DJI product. Please thoroughly read the entire contents of this manual to fully use and understand the product.

It is advised that you regularly check the PHANTOM 2 's product page at

### www.dji.com which is updated on a regular basis. This will provide services such as product information, technical updates and manual corrections. Due to any unforeseen changes or product upgrades, the information contained within this manual is subject to change without notice. DJI and PHANTOM 2 are registered trademarks of DJI. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are copy righted by DJI with all rights reserved.

Ifyou have any questions or concerns regarding your product, please contactyour dealer or DJI Customer Service.

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### Content CONTENT•....•........•....••..••.•...•...........•.....••....•....•....•.............•........••....•.....•..••....•.....••..•• 2 IN THE BOX..................................................................................................................... 4 LEGEND •.........••..••.......•.•....•...•.•..•.......•.....•....••....•••..............•..••....•....••.•.•..•.......••....•....4 

### 1. PHANTOM 2 AIRCRAFT ............................................................................................... 5
1.1 BUILT-IN FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS

.................................................................. 5 1.2 CoNNECTioNs wiTH OTHER DJI PRoDuCTs

........................................................................... 5 Important Notes ofUsing with Other OJ/Products
........................................................6 Connections with Other OJ/Products
.............................................................................

### 7 1.3LED FLIGHT INDICATORS DESCRIPTION

...............................................................................11 1.4 NOTES FOR PHANTOM 2 USING WITH OTHER DJI PRODUCTS •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 12 

### 2 PROPELLERS...............................................................................................................13

2.1 AsSEMBLY

.....................................................................................................................13 2.2 DISASSEMBLY

................................................................................................................13 2.3 NOTES

.........................................................................................................................13 

### 3 REMOTE CONTROLLER ...............................................................................................14

3.1 POWER ON THE REMOTE CONTROLLER

...............................................................................14 3.2 REMOTE CoNTROLLER LED INDICATOR STATUS

....................................................................15

3.2.1 Remote Controller PowerLED IndicatorStatus

...................................................

### 15 3.2.2 Remote ControllerBatteryLevel IndicatorStatus

...............................................

### 15 3.3 ANTENNA ORIENTATION

..................................................................................................16 3.4 REMOTE CoNTROLLER OPERATION ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••.••••••••• 16 3.5 LINKING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER 

### & BUILT-IN RECEIVER

......................................................18 

### 4 INTELLIGENT BATTERY
...............................................................................................

### 19

4.1 CHARGING PROCEDURES

.................................................................................................. 

### l9 4.21NSTALLTHE BATIERY
...................................................................................................... 20 4.3 BATTERY USAGE

............................................................................................................. 20 4.4 DESCRIPTION OF THE BATIERY LEVEL INDICATOR

...................................................................21 4.5 CORRECT BATIERY USAGE NOTES

......................................................................................22 

### 5 CALIBRATING THE COMPASS......................................................................................23

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### I5.1 CALIBRATION WARNINGS

.................................................................................................23 5.2 CALIBRATION PROCEDURES

..............................................................................................23 5.3 WHEN RECALIBRATION IS REQUIRED

...................................................................................23 

### 6 FLIGHT .......................................................................................................................24

6.1 FLYING ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

..............................................................................24 6.2 STARTING THE MOTORS

................................................................................................... 24 6.3TAKEOFF/lANDING PROCEDURES

....................................................................................... 24 6.4 FAILSAFE FUNCTION

........................................................................................................ 25 6.5 LOW BATTERY CAPACITY WARNING FUNCTION

.....................................................................27 6.6 FLIGHT LIMITS FUNCTION

................................................................................................. 27 Max Height& Radius Limits
.........................................................................................

### 27 6.7 FLIGHT LIMITS OF SPECIAL AREAS

...................................................................................... 28 6.8 CONDITIONS OF FLIGHT LiMITS

.........................................................................................30

Disclaimer
.....................................................................................................................30 

### 7 ASSISTANT INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION ......................................................31

7.11NSTALLING DRIVER AND PHANTOM 2 AsSISTANT

...............................................................31 7.2 USING THE PHANTOM 2AsSISTANTON A PC

....................................................................32 7.3 FIRMWARE UPGRADE OF PHANTOM 2
............................................................................. 33 7.4 PHANTOM RC ASSISTANT DESCRIPTION

...........................................................................33 

### 8 APPENDIX .•.......••....•............•.•........•....................•....•........••.....•..••....•.••..••••...•••...••...35

8.1 5PECIFICATIONS

.............................................................................................................. 35 8.2 LED FLIGHT INDICATORS DESCRIPTION

...............................................................................35

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### IPHANTOM 2 Remote Controller-2.4GHz

Intelligent Battery Charger

Screwdriver Assistant Wrench 

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Legend 

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# ~ [8} [11] Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2 [l]Propeller [2]Motor [3]Front Side [4]Front LEDs [S]Micro-USB Port [6]Landing Gear [7]Receiver Antenna [8]CAN-Bus Connector [9]LED Flight Indicators [lO]DJI Intelligent Battery [ll]Compass 1.1 Built-in Flight Control System Instructions The built-in flight control system is used to control the entire aircraft's functions in flight such as Pitch (forwards and backwards), Roll (left and right), Elevator (up and down) and Yaw (turn left or right). The flight controller contains the MC (Main Controller),IMU, GPS, compass, receiver. The IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) has a built-in inertial sensor and a barometric altimeter that measures both attitude and altitude. The compass reads geomagnetic information which assists the GPS (Global Position System) to accurately calculate the aircrafts position and height in order to lock the aircraft in a stable hover. The receiver is used to communicate with the remote controller and the MC acts as the brains of the complete flight control system connecting and controlling all the modules together. The PHANTOM 2 can be configured in the Assistant, by choosing Naza-M mode or Phantom 2 mode. This manual is for Phantom 2 mode. Please refer to the Naza-fv1 V2 Quick Start i'-1anual for more information. 1.2 Connectionswith Other DJI Products PHANTOM 2 is compatible with other DJI products, including ZENMUSE H3-2D and H3-3D gimbal , iOSD mini , iOSD Mark II. Below are connectionsfor these products and wireless video transmission module.

i' fuimb.ai i'T'h.H.onbr.g**?-o-~iioni** 1Mount the H3-2D/H3-3D !--"'""-',; jgimbal using 4 screws.**~**...'" !_
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### I ,---------Important Notes of Using with Other DJI Products

'1 1 (_ J
transm:s;ion tnodu!e ;s undet· 2.4... as an overc,.J:rre!lt wHI damage the centt-al board's ccrno::nents. If the

wire!ess vldeo trans•nission module.

{ 4 ) Be s;_we to kEep the wireless video**~r2nsm!ssicn** :t1oduie and othe;**commun!catir~g** devices avvay from the
( 5 To improve the compatibility with ZENMUSE gimbals, the latest factory deliveries of PHANTOM 2 has updated to the Version 2 shown below. H3-2D/H3-3D gimbal can be directly installed for the Version 2 while for Version 1, a H3-3D adapter kit (coming soon) is required to install the H3-3D gimbal.

Figure 1-4 ( 6 ) When using the H3-3D gimbal, please connect the 8-Pin cable of PHANTOM 2 to the G8 port of H3-3D shown below.

Figure 1-5

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### IConnectionswith OtherDJI Products ( 1 ) Connecting theH3-2D and H3-3D gimbel end wirelessvideotrensmlaslon module, thefigure below uses H3-2D esan example.



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T 0 0 f**L.:------~** Figure 1-6 ( 2 } Connecting theH3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD mini and wirelessvideo transmission module, thefigure belowuses H3-2D es an example.

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### I ----**-------~** Duenpti-o:rt of thii: Vid&c Cabl<i!!**(-~t;.qui.mce-** by color) VIDEO

- VIDEOGND**--v~ ~** **._~_G.!!!)_-------....:.**

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# _________( 3 ) Connec:ting theH3-2D and H3-3D gimbal, iOSD mini and DJI specified wirelessvideo tnlnsmission module A

Vl58, thefigure below uses H3-2D as an example.

Figure 1-8 

### r--------------- Oe-scription of the Vjdeo Cable i {i.equene:e by color} VIDEO**~** ZeNMUSE1 H3-20 I I !

We recommend connecting the VBat• port of the video cable to the two BATT+ ports of the AVL58 simultaneously. The same is true ofthe GND port ofthe video cable and two BATI- ports. (4 ) Conneeting the H3-2D and H3-3D**gimba~** iOSD Marie:II and wirelessvideo tnlnsmission module. thefigure belowuses H3-2D as an example.

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The diagram beiow iiiustrates the connedton between the iOSD j-.·1ark ll and the wireless video transmission module.**~--** ---- 8ATI.l--..Js;t----- ------, I BATT· i-----1Batt- i BATT• 

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..video l BAIT+i-----IBatt+ tJ:"«rn:r.mis5ion modvl-e f UART I ! Tr;msmltt«r UART i l 

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j iOSDMarkH BATT· i I BATT·' I BATT•**·~==:m~** BATT•l- UART' UART AV-GND 1 AY·OUT, 

## --------..1 Use the 8-Pin cable in the iOSD Mark II package when connecting to the DJI specified wireless video transmission module AVL58. ( 5 ) Using theiPad Ground Station

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### IAir**E~d c~~u~clEnd** 

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# t iPad Ground Statitm

Connectthe Air End of 2.4G Bluetooth Datalink to a spared CAN-Bus port ofiOSD if an iOSD is used. ( 6 ) Using the PC Ground Station

Air End

Figure l-11 ©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.10 

### I1.3 LED Flight Indicators Description 1. LED flight Indicators are used to show the aircraft's current status. Once powered on. the indicators will light up.

Aircraft In Normal status Power On Self-Test Warming Up & Aircraft cannot take off during warming up Ready to Fly (non-GPS)

1" Level Low Battery Capacity Warning 2"" Level Low Battery Capacity Warning ----------··········-+·-··········-·········- Not Stationary or Sensor Bias is too big Errors & Aircraft cannotfly. 

# • • Compass data abnormal because offerro-magnetic interference or
( 1 ) The LED indicators diagram above are for Phantom 2 mode. In Naza-M mode, LED indicators will work according to the Naza-M tlight control system. ( 2 ) Connectto the PHANTOM 2 Assistant for detailed information about warnings and errors. 2. The front LEDs are for indicating where the nose ofthe aircraft is. They light up solid red only after the motors have spooled up.**TheUontt=~~~~~~--~~:1~:;;=~** LEDs

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### I1.4 Notes for PHANTOM 2 using with other DJI products Before using PHANTOM 2 with other DJI products, users should connecting the products correctly and upgrade the firmware as requirements below.

Vl.O.l.l9 or above PHANTOM 2

*The iOSD Assistant is applied to both iOSD Mark II and iOSD mini.

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### I

### 2 Propellers PHANTOM 2 uses the original 9-inch propellers which are classified by the color of each central nut. Damaged propellers should be replaced by purchasing new ones if necessary.

Propellers Grey Nut (9450) Black Nut (9450 R)
---··**-~ ~--**  Diagram

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# =======---~ to the motor thread that does Attach to the motor thread that has a Assembly Location not have a blackdot. blackdot. Fastening/Un-fastening 

# 'lJ Lock: Tighten the propeller in this direction. Instructions**<'~.** ;-h··.¥ Unlock: Remove the propeller in this direction. 2.1 Assembly

1. ( Figure2-1 ) Remove the four warning cardsfrom the motors after you've read them. 2. ( Figure 2-2 ) Prepare the two grey nut propellers and two black nut propellers. Make sure to match the black nut propellers with the correctly marked black dot motors. Tighten the propellers according to the fastening instructions.

Figure2-l Figure2-2 Figure2-3 2.2 Disassembly

( Figure 2-3 ) Keep the motor deadlocked in place with the assistant wrench (or one hand) and remove the propeller according to the un-fastening instructions. 

### 2.3 Notes

1. Propellers are self tightening during flight. DO NOT use any thread locker on the threads. 2. Make sure to match the propeHer nut colors with the corresponding motors. 3. It is advised to wear protective gloves during propeller assembly and removal. 4. Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight. 5. Check that all propellers are in good condition before flight. DO NOT use any ageing, chipped, or broken propellers. 6. To evoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch th:e propellers or motors when they are< spinning, 7. ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience. ©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.131

### 3 Remote Controller The PHANTOM 2 remote controller can be configured in the PHANTOM RC Assistant. The sticks mode is Mode 2
on delivery
.

. ··.J For upgraded remote contro!fer (models: NDJ6 or NRC900), select "Upgrade Version.. in Phantom Assistant. For basic remote controller (models: DJ6 or RC900), select "Basic Version" in Phantom Assistant.

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Figure 3-1 [12j !14] [B] Figure 3-2 [l]Antenna [2]Carrying Handle [3]Left Dial [4]3-Position Switch 51 [5]3-Position Switch 52 [6]Joystickl(J1;J2) [7]Joystick2(J3;J4) [8]Neck Strap Attachment [9]Power Switch [lO]Power Indicator [ll]Battery Level Indicators LED1/LED2/LED3/LED4 (from left to right) [l2]Trainer Port [l3]Battery Charge & RC Assistant Port (micro-USB port) [14] Potentiometer 3.1 Power on the Remote Controller

1. Set the 51 and 52 switches to the upper most position and ensure bothjoysticks are at the mid-point position. Then toggle on the power switch. 2. Push the power switch to the right to power on the remote controller. Ifthe power LED 

# I I 

# L indicator is solid on, the remote controller is functioning normally. The battery level indicators display the currentbatterylevel.

1. Please make sure the battery level of remote controller is enough. If the low voltage warning alert sounds (refer to <Remote Controller Power LED Indicator Status>), please recharge the battery as soon as possible. 2. Charge the remote controller's battery by using the included micro-USB cable. Using the incorrect type of charging cable may cause damage. 3. Turn offthe remote controller before charging. The power LED indicator will display solid red when charging is in progress. The LED indicators will display solid green when the battery is fully charged. ©201.5-201!> DJi. All Rights Heserved.1413.2 Remote Controller LED Indicator Status 3.2.1 Remote Controller Power LED Indicator Status**.-----------------,------------.---------------------------------------------------~** 

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### l Charging( remote controller is powered off) !**a-.---·---'-'··~-<""-~-~-~-------~~--~--···-~----~--L--~-·---··-······-····-----·-··------·-~--·~-----··-------···-~-----··-,.**

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.. . . ! 1 l Cnt1callow voltage (from 3.45V-3.5V). Recharge the remote !' i •••••• I 8-8-B._ I 

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### I**f----------·--------·-l-----·-----r-·---~----·-** ..----..-·-·-·---·-------------·--·-l 

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. recharge the battery as soon as possible when the low voltage alert occurs to avoid loss of control during flight.
3.2.2 Remote Controller Battery Level Indicator Status The battery level indicators will show the current battery level during both the discharging process. The following is a description of the indicators
.

• :The LED is solid on • :The LED will blink regularly

• :The LED is light off

©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.15J3.3 Antenna Orientation The remote controller's antenna should point skywards without obstructions for maximum communication range during flight.

Figure3-3 3.4 Remote Controller Operation

The operations of remote controiier are based on mode2 stick configuration. Definitions The'stick neutral' positions and 'stick released' mean the control sticks ofthe remote controller are placed at the central position. To 'movethe stick' means that the stick ofremote controller is pushed away from the central position. Slide L-**i~ !l~P.d**  for thf! pitch control of th<> 1-13-?D 1>nd 1-13-3D gimbAl. Remote Controller Aircraft ( • nose direction )

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The throttle stick controlsaircraft altitude/elevation. Push the stick up and the aircraft will rise. Pull the stick down and the aircraftwill descend. 

# 111. The aircraft will automatically hover and hold its altitude if the sticks are centered. Push the throttle stick above the centered (mid-point) position to make the aircraft take off. When flying, we suggest that you push the throttle stick slowly to the aircraft from sudden and unexpectedThe yaw stick controls the aircraft rudder. Push the stick left and the aircraft will rotate counter clock-wise. Push the stick right and the aircraft will rotate clock·wise. If the stick is centered, the aircraft will remain facing the same direction. The yaw stick controls the rotating angular velocity of the aircraft. Pushing the stick further away from center results in a faster aircraft rotation The pitch stick controls the aircraft's front &back tilt. Push the stick up and the aircraft will tilt and fly forward. Pull the stick down and the aircraft will tilt and fly backward. The aircraft will keep level and straight ifthe stick is centered. Pushing or pulling the stick further away from center will result in a larger tilt angle (maximum of is 35") and**··~··i···**-··-···•... ><..•.•.•.• v .. e.locity:...•. _**==~r=-~~~~~+**

Position-2 Position-3

OFF Course Lock Home point Lock

©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.171 The roll stick controls the aircraft's left & right tilt. Push the stick left and the aircraft will tilt and fly left. Push the stick right and the aircraft will tilt and fly right. The aircraft will keep level and straight if the stick is centered. Pushing the stick further away from center will result in a larger tilt angle (maximum of 35•) and faster flight

Sl is for compass calibration. Toggle the Sl switch from position-] to position-3 and back to position-] at least 5 times, which wH! force the aircraft to enter into compass calibration mode. Users can configure position 3(bottom position) ofthe Sl switch to trigger the Failsafe in the Assistant.

S2 is the IOC mode switch. IOC (Intelligent Orientation Control) function can be enabled in the Assistant when in Naza-M mode. Only use the IOC function after you are familiar with flying.The left dial controls the pitch of the H3-2D and gimbal. The position of left dial determines the pitch angle relative to the horizontal level. Turn the left dial to the right to make the gimbal pitch up. Turn the left dial to the ieft to make the gimbal pitch down. The gimbal will keep its current position if the dial is static.
( 1 ) For 'Readyto Fly' the aircraftwill hover when all sticks are released. ( 2 ) For 'Readyto Fly (non-GPS)' the aircraft will only keep the altitude when all sticks are released. 3.5 Linking the Remote Controller & Built-in Receiver PHANTOM 2 has a built-in receiver, the link button and indicator located on the bottom of the aircraft as illustrated in the Figure 3-4. The link between the remote controller and aircraft is already established for you so you can initially skip this procedure. Ifyou ever replace the remote controller, re-establishing the link is required.

Figure3-4 Unklng procecklres



## , ,,**Pov~'or** on the**PHANT0~-1** 2. 2. Turn on the remote controller and place it 0.5m·1m away from the aircraft. 3. Push the link button with a thin object and hold it until the Link indicator blinks red, then release it. 4. When the Link indicator turns solid green, the link between the remote controller and the built-in receiver has been successfully established. Unk Indicator Status The remote controller is turned off and there is no 2.4GHz signal around, please turn on the remote -" 

# •••••• The receiver is ready for linking
. 

# •••••• Thereis 2.4GHz signal around but the remote controller is not linked with ©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.181 r,

# L--·-·---~------J__e!~~~-~rry outthe

# linki~.2l'!:.()_Ced~~=:..-------··----------·---- l 

## l The remote controller is linked with the receiver successfully.**~----·------~'-** 

# -------------------- 4 Intelligent Battery The intelligent battery is specially designed for the PHANTOM 2, with a battery capacity of 5200mAh, voltage of 11.1V and charge discharge managen1ent functionaHty. The battery should only be charged ;,-vith the DJ! charger.

lntelli!'jent Battery OJilntelllgent Battery Func:tions ( 1 ) Balance Charging ( 2) Capacity Display { 3) Communicating ( 4) Overcharging Protection ( 5) Over Discharging Protection ( 6) Short Circuit Protection
( 7 ) Sleep Protection
( 8 ) Charging Temperature Detection Automatically balancethe voltage of each battery cell during charging. Display the current battery level. The main controller communicates with the battery via communication ports for battery voltage, capacity, current and other information. Charging stops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 12.8V to prevent overcharging damage. Discharging stops automatically when the battery voltage reaches 8.4V to prevent over discharging damage. Automatically cuts offthe power supply when a short circuit is detected. The battery will enter sleep mode after 10 minutes of inactivityto save power. The static current is 10nA in sleep mode when the battery is powered on without connecting to other devices. The battery will charge only when its temperature is within O"C-55"C.Ifthe batterytemperature is out ofthis range, the battery will stop charging. ( 1 ) Before use, please read and follow the user manual, disclaimer, and the warnings on the battery. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. ( 2 ) The battery should only be charged with the charger provided by DJI. DJI does not take any responsibilityfor operation of any charger from a third party. 4.1 Charging Procedures

1. Connectthe chargerto a wall socket (Use the plug set if necessary). 2. Connectthe batteryto the charger. Ifthe current capacity ofthe battery is over75%, you should power on the batteryto begin charging. 3. The Battery Level indicators display current capacity level as the battery charges. Please refer to battery
©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.191level indicator description for details. 4. The battery is fully charged when the Battery Level indicator lights are off. Please disconnect the charger and battery when the charging is completed.

Wall Socket

4.2 Install the Battery Push the battery into the battery compartment correctly as the following diagram shows. Make sure to push the battery into the compartment until you hear a 'dick' sound.

Figure4-1 

### 1. An incorrectly inserted battery may cause one ofthe following to occur, (1) Bad contact. (2) Unavailable batteryinformation. (3) Unsafe for flight. (4) Unable to take off. 4.3 Battery Usage

LED2 LED3 LED1 Battery Pow<?r Button (8:Jflt-in Battery Pov.'er indicator) Figure 4-2 (I) Checking the battery level, When the battery is powered off; pressing the battery power button once will indicate the current battery level. Refer to< Battery Level Indicator Description> for details. (2) Powering on: When the battery is powered off; press the battery power button once and then press and hold for 2 seconds to turn on the intelligent battery. (3) Powering off: When the battery is powered on; press the battery power button once and then press and hold for 2 seconds to turn offthe intelligent battery. ©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.20 

### I(.4) Checking the battery life: When the battery is powered off; press and hold the battery power button for 5 seconds to check the battery life. The battery level indicators will show the life and the battery power indicator will blink for 10 seconds, then all LEDs will light out and the intelligent battery will turn off. Refer to < Battery Level Indicator Description> for details. 

# E!4. t'-1orc b.:4ttcry inform.Jtion is .Jvni!nbk in the b.Jttcry t<:ib of the PHANTOt'-1 2 Assbttint. 4.4 Description ofthe Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicators will show the current battery level during both the charging and discharging process as well as battery life. The following is a description ofthe indicators
.

• :The LED is solid on • : The LED will blink regularly

• :The LED is light off



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4.5 Correct Battery Usage Notes

1. Never plug or unplug the battery int0**thO:~** aircraft when it is powered en. 2. The battery should be charged in an environment that is between OoC to 40°C, and be discharged in an environment that is between -20oC to 50°C. Both charging and discharging should be in an environment where the relative humidity is lower than 80%. 3. It's recommended to charge and discharge the battery thoroughly once every 20 charge/discharge cycles. Users should discharge the battery until there is less than 8% power left or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Users should then fully recharge the battery to maximum capacity. This power cycling procedure will ensure the battery is working at its optimal level. 4. For !eng term stor<Jgc pki.lsc pi<Jcc the bottcry with only D 40-S(}q.o Cilpodty in iJ strong bi.lttcry box securely. We recommend discharging and charging the battery completely once every 3 months to keep it in good condition. The capacity should be varied in such a cycle(40oA>·50%)-0ok-100%-{40%-50%). 5. It's suggested you purchase a new battery after you have discharged your current battery over 300 times. Please completely discharge a battery prior to disposaL 6. it's suggested that you purchase a new battery if the current battery is swoilen or damaged in any way. 7. Never try to recharge or fly with a battery that is swollen or damaged in any way. 8. Never charge the battery unattended. Always charge the battery on a non-flammable surface such as concrete and never near any flammable materials. 9. Safety is extremely important and users can get more information in the DISCLAIMER.

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### 5 Calibrating the Compass IMPORTANT: Make sureto perform the Compass Calibration procedurespriorto the first flight. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference which causes abnormal compass data and leads to poor flight performance or even flight failure. Regular calibration ofthe compass enables the compass to perform at its optimal leveL 5.1 Calibration Warnin s ( 1 ) DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a possibility for the existence of strong magnetic interference such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcement underground. 

# 0 (?) DO NOT CArry fArromRgnP.tir:**mrttP.rirtl~** with you during cRiibrrttion**~uc:h A~** **kP.~** or r.:AIIuiAr phones. ( 3) Compass Calibration is very important; otherwise the flight control system will work abnormally. 5.2 Calibration Procedures Please carry out the calibrating procedures in the flight field before flight. Please watch the quick start video of the PHANTCt-1 2 for more Gornpa5s calibration details.

Start cali Quickly flip the switch Sl

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( 1 ) When Compass Data is abnormal, the LED flight indicator will blink alternating between red and yellow. ( 2 ) Last compass calibration was performed at a completely different flying field/location. ( 3 ) The mechanical structure ofthe aircraft has changed, i.e. changed mounting position ofthe compass. ( 4 ) Evident drifting occurs in flight. i.e. the aircraft doesn'tfly in straight lines.
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### 6 Flight 6.1 Flying Environment Requirements 

# I ( 1 ) Before your first flight. please allow yourself some flight training (Using a flight simulator to '! 

## j practice flying, getting instruction from an experienced person, etc.). 

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# ;**~ ~:** **::~~:!;i:~?::o::a::r::::~a:dr::i:r :;i:~l** **(::~:i::::::::::t:::::::~: :h:** **:~eel** structure within buildings may interfere with the compass. l 

### ':1 (4 ) Keep the aircraft awayfrom obstacles, crowds, power lines, trees, lakes and rivers etc. 

# I ( 5 ) Try to avoid interference between the remote controller and other wireless equipment (No base 

## l l stations or ceil towers around). ( 6 ) The flight control system will notwork properly atthe South Pole or North Pole. ( 7 ) Never use the aircraft in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic lays and regulations. 

### , 

# ______**·------~------·-------~** 6.2 Starting the Motors A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push the sticks according to one of the options below to start motors. Once the motors have started, release both sticks simultaneously. The same CSC is used to stop the motors.

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## c D Figure 6-1 6.3 Takeoff/Landing Procedures

1. Start by placing the PHANTOM 2 onthe ground with the battery level indicators facing you. 2. Turn on the remote controller. 3_ Power on the aircraft by turning on the inteHigent battery. 4. When LED flight indicator blinks green/yellow, the PHANTOM 2 is entering Ready to Fly/Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode. Start the motors with the CSC command. 5. Push the throttle stick up slowly to lift the aircraft off the ground. Refer to <Remote Controller Operation> for more details. 6. Be sure you are hovering o;,;er a ievei surface. Puil down the throttle stick to descend. The stick wm iock into ©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.24 

### Iplace and the aircraftwill descend steadily. 7. After landing, leave the throttle stick down for 3 to 5 seconds to stop the motors. Return throttle stick to middle position after the motors have stopped.

You SHOULD NOT execute the CSC during normal flight! This will stop the motors and cause the aircraft to descend rapidly and drop without any type of control. ( 1 ) When the LED flight indicator blinks yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered into Failsafe mode, refer to <Failsafe Function> for details. ( 2 ) A low battery capacity warning is indicated by the LED flight indicator blinking red slowly or rapidly during flight. Refer to the <Low Battery Capacity Warning Function> for details. ( 3 ) Watch the quick start video aboutflight for more flight information. ,{ ( 4 ) Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and temperature. Be very careful when flying 3000 meters (9800 feet) or more above sea level, as battery and aircraft performance may be reduced. ( 5 ) When used with a H3-3D gimbal, a GoPro camera, and the iOSD mini, your Phantom 2 will be very close to its maximum takeoff weight. it is not recommended that you attach the Phantom 2 propeller guards atthis weight. Otherwise, the aircraftwill be unable to fly normally. 6.4 Failsafe Function The aircraft will enter Failsafe mode when the connection from the remote controller is lost. The flight control system will automatically control the aircraft to return to home and land to reduce injuries or damage. The following situations would make the aircraftfail to receive a signal from the remote controller and enter Failsafe mode: ( 1 ) The remote controller is powered off. ( 2 ) The remote controller is powered on but the 51 is toggled in the position triggering the Failsafe (this must have been configured in the PHANTOI'-12 Assistant). ( 3 ) The aircraft has flown out ofthe effective communication range ofthe remote controller. ( 4 ) There is an obstacle obstructing the signal between the remote controller and the aircraft, essentially reducing the distance the signal can travel. ( 5 ) There is interference causing a signal problem with the remote controller.

Failsafe works differently depending on the mode the aircraft is in when Failsafe mode is initiated whether it is in the Ready to Fly or Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode. Reedyto Fly (non·GPS) -Automaticlanding

The flight control system will try to keep the aircraft level during descent and landing. Note thatthe aircraft may be drifting during the descent and landing process. Reedyto Fly- Automatic go home and land

The flight control system will automatically control the aircraftto fly back to the home point and land.
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### IHome Point When the aircraft is initializing the Ready to Fly status, the aircraft will record the current GPS coordinates as the home point. It is recommended to lift off only after Ready to Fly status is confirmed for the safety of being able to fly back to home point successfully in casethe Failsafe mode is initiated. 

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LED FlightIndicator ( 1 ) In a Failsafe situation, if less than 6 GPS satellites are found for more than 20 seconds, the aircraft will descend automatically. ( 2 ) When the aircraft is landing automatically, users can control the aircraft's position and altitude if the remote controller signal is recovered. In Phantom 2 mode, users can set a new home point manually when the aircraft is in "Ready to fly" status
as long as a home point has been recorded automatically. Quickly flipping the 52 switch of the remote controller from upper most to lower most positions 5 times or more will reset the current aircraft position
as a new home point of PHANTOM 2. When successfully reset, you will see a series of rapid green blinks
on the LED Flight Indicator. The definition of "home point" is: ( 1 ) The home point is the place PHANTOM 2 returns to when the control signal is lost, which is recorded last time. ( 2 ) The home point is used to calculate the horizontal distance between you and the aircraft, the distance will be displayed as 

# .12. if using iOSD module. Regaining Control during Failsafe Procedure

Position of SwitchSl

How to regain control Position-1 the Sl switch is switched to Position·l, the Sl switch to any other position once to controL lf remote controller,5 signal i!s control is returned back to the ©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.26 

### I Regain control as soon as signal is recovered.6.5 Low Battery Capacity Warning Function The low battery capacity warning alerts users when the battery is close to depletion during flight. When it appears, users should promptly fly back and land to avoid accidental damage. The PHANTOM 2 has two levels of low battery capacity warning. The first appears when the battery has less than 30% power and the second appears when it has less than 15% power. ( 1 ) When battery power drops below 30% and LED indicator will blink red slowly. ( 2 ) At lower than 15% the LED indicator will blink red rapidly, the PHANTOM 2 will also begin to descend and

land automatically. After it has landed, keep the throttle stick at its lowest point or execute CSC. ( 3 ) There is a hidden third low battery threshold in addition to the 1st and 2nd level warnings. This uses 10.65V

as its threshold. Both this voltage threshold and the 2nd Level Low Battery Warning will trigger auto-landing. Altitude can be maintained if necessary by pushing up on the throttle stick. ( 1 ) Remember to fly your PHANTOIVI 2 back as soo'l as you see a low battery capacity warning.**~~f~~** 

## (2 ) Keeping the battery contact needles and pads clean is very important. Any dirt and dust may cause a communication failure.
6.6 Flight Limits Function All UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations at ICAO {International Civil Aviation Organization) and per country airspace regulations. For safety reasons, the flight limits function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and legally. The flight limits function includes height, distance limits.
on!y height limit works and the flying height rest:icted to be**r~ot** over 120m. (1) The default parameters in the Assistant is compliant within the definitions of class G ruled by ICAO. (Refer to Airspace Classification to get more details). As each country has its own rules, make sure to configure the parameters to comply with these rules too, before using the PHANTOM 2. (2) Users in Mainland China can refer to**~fflllit£'~~ffli!Ji~.** Max Height & Radius Umlts The Max Height & Radius restricts the flying height and distance. Configuration can be done in the PHANTOM 2 Assistant. Once complete, your aircraft will fly in a restricted cylinder.

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### I**~ax** Height**~ax** Radius (1) (2) Point aircraft when it is powered on Figure 6-3 Figure6-4

flight height is restricted to fly Warning: Height limit reached. under the minor height between the None. Max height and 120m. Not limited, no warnings or LED indicators. If the aircraft flies out of the limits, you can still control your aircraft except to fly it further away. If the aircraft is flying out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) status, it will fly back within the limits range automatically if 6 or more GPS satellites have been found.
6.7 Flight Limits ofSpecial Areas Special areas include airports worldwide. All special areas are listed on the DJI official website. Please refer to httpd/www.dji.comifly-sate/cat!i!,!ory-mc for details. These areas have been divided into category A and category B.

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Motors will not start. Ifthe Phantom flies into a special area in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode and Ready to Fly mode activates, it will

(non-GPS) mode and Ready to Fly mode activates, it will descend to airspace C and hover 5 meters below edge sf.. No restrictions of flight, but the Phantom will not enter Category A, the aircraft can fly free, but itwill not enter Airspace B through Boundary b & d Around Category B sites, the phantom can fly freely, but it will not enter into Airspace A through Boundaryit. !-
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### I Rear 

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None.Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during

### ~ the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing. Users will regain control
once the motors have stopped.There is no need to toggle the Sl switch. 

# :J (l) When flying in the airspace (A/8/C) of restricted special area, LED flight indicators will blink red

...... quickly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds atwhich point itwill switch back to red blinking. (2) For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers and other special areas. Try to ensure the aircraft is visible. 6.8 Conditions of Flight Limits In different working modes and flight modes, flight limits will differ according to number of GPS satellites found. The following table demonstrates all the cases(V:availabl8! X:unavailable). All flights dre restricted by height, distance and special dreas simultaneously.

Disclaimer Please ensure that you are kept up to date with International and Domestic airspace rules and regulations before using this product. By using this product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read this fully. You agree that you are responsible for your own conduct and content while using this product, and for anydirect or indirect consequences caused by not following this manual, violate or disregard any other applicable local laws, administrative rules and social habitsthereof.

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### 7 Assistant Installation and Configuration 7.1 lnd·alli•""**'~-""~~=--'~-:c:**

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Installing and running on Windows 1. Download driver installer and Assistant installer in EXE format from the download page of PHANTOM 2
on the DJ! ·.vcbsitc. 2. Connect the PHANTOM 2 to a PC via a**Micro~USB** cable. 3. Run the driver installer and follow the prompts to finish installation. 4. Next, run the Assistant installer and follow the prompts to finish installation. 5. Double click the PHANTOM 2 icon on your Windows desktop to launch the software.



### L The installer in EXE format only supports Windows operating systems (Win XP, Win7, Win8 (32 or 64 bit)). Installing and running on Mac: OS X 1. Download the Assistant installer in :Ji'1G format from the download page of PHANTOM 2 on the DJI website. 

### 2. Run the installer and follow the prompts to finish installation.

3. Vv-r'"" iacJ<lching t•x the tirsnime if use Launchpad to run the PHANTOM 2 Assistant, Launchpad won' allow access because the software has not been reviewed by Mac App Store.

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4. Locate the PHANTOM 2 icon in the Finder, press the Control key and then click the PHANTOM 2 icon (or**right~click** the PHANTOM 2 icon using a mouse). Choose Open from the shortcut menu, click open in the prompt dialog box and then software will launch. 5. After the first successful launch, directly launching ofthe software can be achieved by**double~clicking**
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Usage of PHANTOM 2 Assistant on Mac OS Xand Windows are exactly the same. The Assistant pages appear in other places ofthis manual are onthe Windows for example. 7.2 Using the PHANTOM 2 Assistant on a PC

1. Start up the PC, power on the PHANTOM 2, then connect the PHANTOM 2 to the PC with a Micro·USB cable. DO NOT disconnect until configuration is finished. 2. Run the PHANTOM 2 Assistant and wait for the PHANTOM 2 to connect to the Assistant. Observe the indicators • • on the bottom ofthe screen. When connected successfully, the connection indicator is • and communication indicator is blinkingO
. 3. Choose [Basic] or [Advanced] configuration pages. 4. View and checkthe current configuration in the [View] page.

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©2013·2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.321**·~t,..f~,:ii:\·~···-' ~~JL?'ft,w**  ;::11ncticn switch of Phantom 2( l ) Users should not enable the Naza-M function before finishing Advanced Flight Maneuvers procedure in the" PHANTOM Pilot Training Guide". If the Naza-M mode is enabled, users can switch the control mode between ATIL Mode, GPS Mode or Manual Mode, and access the advanced settings (e.g. IOC). In addition, the LED located on the rear frame arms will display Naza-M flight status indications instead of the PHANTOM 2's indicators. Do not enable the Naza-M mode unless you are an experienced user or guided by a professional. ( 2 ) You can change to the Phantom 2 mode by clicking the same button used to turn on the Naza-M mode. This operation will disable the Naza-M mode and enable Phantom 2 mode. All parameters will be returned to factory settings. 7.3 Firmware upgrade of PHANTOM 2 Please refer to the PHANTOM 2 Assistant to install driver and PHANTOM RC Assistant, and then follow the procedures belowto upgrade the software and firmware; otherwise the PHANTOM 2 might notwork properly.

l. An internet connection is required to upgrade PHANTOM 2 's firmware. 2. Click the [Upgrade] icon to check the current firmware version and whether the installed firmware is the latest version. If not, click the relative links to upgrade. 3. Be sure to wait until the Assistant shows "finished". Click OK and power cycle the PHANTOM 2 after 5 seconds. Once completed, the firmware is up to date.

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# ,, (2) If the firmware upgrade failed, the main controller will enter a waiting for firmware upgrade 

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## ~ Firmware upgradable items: (l) Main Controller (2) P330CB(Main Board) (3) Receiver (4) Gimbal CMU (5) GimbaiiMU (6) Battery 

### 7.4 PHANTOM RC Assistant Description Please follow the procedures to finish the configuration of the remote controller. ©2013-2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved.3311. Turn offthe remote controller and find the Micro-USB port on the bottom ofit. 2. Start up the PC, power on the remote controller, and then connect the remote controller to the PC with a Micro-USB cable. DO NOT disconnect until the configuration is finished. 3. Run the PHANTOM RC Assistant and wait for the remote controller to connect to the Assistant. Observe the indicators •• on the bottom left of the screen. When connected successfully, the connection indicator is • and communication indicator is blinking

# e. 4. Finish configuration in the [Main] page. 5. Finish upgrade in the [Info] page if necessary.


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Built-In UPo BatteryWorking Current/Capacity 120mA@3.7V 3.7V, 2000mAh 

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# ••• .l Not Stationary or Sensor Bias is too big

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# I Errors & Aircraft cannot fly.• 

# • • • i Compass data abnormal because offerro-magnetic interference or ' compass needs calibration.
• Users can connect to the PHANTOM 2 Assistant to get detailed information about warnings and errors.

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# Contents

Environmental hazards
................................... . ..................... .................... 3 

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

### 2 Planning a Project
...............................................................................24 Creating a project
.................................................................................... 25 Preparing the project map .........................................................................25 Defining the blocks .................................................................................•30 Obstacle clearances
................................................................................. 33 Defining 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 UXS batteries
.........................................................................52 ChargingtheTablet batteries
......................................................................55 Charging the camera batteries
..................................................................... 55 Checking thecamera ................................................................................55 Pairing thetransmitterwith thetracking receiver
............................................... 60 Locating your equipment
........................................................................... 60 

### 4 Completing a Flight
..............................................................................

### 62 Importing the project
...............................................................................63 Validating the blocks
................................................................................63 Validating theflights
................................................................................. 63 Dealing with sudden weather changes
........................................................... 64 Completing theflight checklist
.....................................................................65 Monitoringthe flight
................................................................................78 Landing the UX5
..................................................................................... 87

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Completing the post-flight checklist
............................................................... 89 Disassembling the launcher
........................................................................90 

### 5 Analysis and Export
.............................................................................. 

### 92 Transferring the images
............................................................................. 93 Returning the projectto theAerial Imaging Desktop software
................................ 93 Exporting flight data for processing
...............................................................94 

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

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

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

### Glossary
............................................................................................136

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# Introduction

• The UXS aerial imaging rover • Parts ofthe UXS aerial imaging rover • Solution components 

### • Flight

### casecontents • Insertingthe eBox and camera • InstallingtheAerial Imaging software • Projects, missions, blocks, and flights • Project phases • Software overview 

## CHAPTER 

# 1

The Trimble UXSAerialImaging 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.

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# The UXS aerial imaging rover TheTrimble 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 roverfollows a pre-programmed path wheretakeoff, flight, and landing require minimal human intervention. If required, the crew operating theaircraftfrom the ground can interveneto changetheflight path or to land. In some cases, such as communications failure or loss ofGPS signal, a pre-programmed intervention is automatically activated to re-establish signal loss orto terminatethe flight early and complete a safe landing. The UXS aerial imaging rover holds a camera thattakes aerial images overthedefined area. During theflight, all pictures are acquired at a specified height, along parallel lines with specified overlap between the image exposures. Atthe same time, position information ofthe pictures is recorded for further processing in image processing software such as Trimble Business Center software. 

# TypicaI applications Imageacquisition 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 guideforthe UXS aerial imaging rover are determined using International Standard Atmosphere {ISA) conditions. The JSA conditions used to determine thespecifications 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. 

## Top view 

# • 

# • •

0 Aircraft body 

# • • Leading edge 

# • • Payload bay 

# • 0 Battery 

# • • Camera 

# e 

# • 

# I •

eBox Pitottube GPS antenna Mode button 

# • 

# • Download cable connector 

# • Elevon servos 

# • Inboard elevon 

# • Outboard elevon

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## Bottom view 

# • • • • 

# • • 

# • Camera lens hole 

# • Motor 

# • Propeller 

# • Launcher slat 

# e Propeller nut 

# • Winglet

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# Solution components The UXS aerial imaging solution comprises thefollowing components:

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

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

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

# Ground control station The ground control station (GCS) is used to control the UXS aerial imaging roverfrom the ground. It comprises theTrimbleTablet running theTrimble Access•M 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 a safe way to launch the UXS aerial imaging rover in the direction oftakeoff. 

# Tracker The tracker consists ofa transmitter inserted in the body ofthe UXS aerial imaging rover and a receiver. If required, the receiver is used to track the transmittersignal 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 storethem in the dedicated cavities in theflight case. Check offthe components against the illustration belowto ensure thatyou have all ofthe components you need for a successful flight: 

# • • • 

# • • • • Tablet, Tablet charger, modem and RF 

# • UXS battery charger and charge cable antenna, download cable 

# • UXS battery 

# • Spare camera battery and camera battery charger 

# • Trackertransmitterand receiver 

# • Lens cleaning paper 

# • Powerstrip and power cable 

## I) Pre-moistened lens cloth 

# • UXS body, with camera, eBox and top cover 

# • Pitot cover, tools and optional spare parts 

# • Extra parts such as winglets, propellers 

### Note- Some components are smallparts that are easily lost. To avoid this, as soon as you unpackthem:

- insert the camera batteryandSD cardinto the camera.

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

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### Note-

### According toICAO/IATA regulations, Lithiumpolymerbatteriesmustbe carriedin handluggage when transporting the system byair. Note- 

### Thefollowing parts of the Trimble UXS aerial imagingsolution are considereddual-use: the eBox, Trimble Tablet andlauncher. Dual-use goods areproducts andtechnologiesnormallyused for civilian purposes but which mayhave militaryapplications. Under EU regulations, controlleditemsmaynotleave the EU customs territorywithoutan export authorization. Additionalrestrictions are also in place concerning theprovision of brokering services with regard to dual-use itemsandconcerning the transitof such items through the EU. The same is true when exporting goods from anycountryoutside the EU to anyothercountryoutside the EU. 

# Inserting the eBox and camera The eBox and camera are stored inside the 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. 

# I

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

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 121 Introduction**WA~NING-** 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. Insertthescrew intothe hole oftheeBox and screwtheeBox into place using aTlOTorx screwdriver. 6. Ifyou are using the: 

### Sony a5100 camera

a. Insert the adapter piece intothe camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to the connector from the eBox. c. Insertthe camera intothe camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using theVelcro strap.



### Sony NEXS camera

a. Insertthetwo adapter pieces into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Connect theIR LED cable to the connectorfrom the eBox. c. Insertthe camera into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using the Velcro

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### strap.



### Note- After inserting andsecuring the camera, checkthe shutterspeedas the settingscontrolmight havespun andchanged the setting. 

# Installing the Aerial Imaging software Use the Aerial Imaging softwareto 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 ofthefunctionality included in the office software. In addition, you can use thefield software to monitorthe aircraft duringflight. 

# Aerial Imaging Desktop installation

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

• not installed theTrimble Access Installation Manager before, go to www.trimble.comltaim

for installation information. Makesureyou download and install theTAIM Online version. • previously installed theTrimbleAccess Installation Manager, you do not need to reinstall it because it updates itselfautomatically. 2. Make sure you

### do not have aTablet or otherTrimblecontroller connected to the office computer. 3. Select Start

## I AllPrograms 

## I Trimble Access Installation Manager

### to startthe Installation Manager. 4. Select the Trialsoftware

### tab. 5. Select theAerialImaging Desktop 

### check box.

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6. Click 

### Create license. 7. TheTrimble Access Installation Manager switches to the Licensedapplications tab and shows the now licensed Aerial Imaging Desktop software. 8. Click 

### Install. Forfurther information on updatingthe software, refertothe Help file in theTrimble Access Installation Manager. To viewthe Help file, select theTrimble icon in the top left, and then select Help. 

# Aerial Imaging Tablet installation When you first turn on theTablet, you must install theWindows® 7 operating system. To dothis you must set a user name and password fortheTablet. The installation ofWindows 7takes about 5 minutes.



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

• not installed theTrimble Access Installation Manager before, goto www.trimble.com/taim

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 start the Installation Manager. 3. Make sureAerialImaging is selected in the product bar. 4. In the Licensedapplications tab, select theAerialImaging check boxand then click 

### Install. Forfurther information on howto install or updateyoursoftware and license file, referto the Help file in theTrimble Access Installation Manager. To viewthe Help file, select theTrimble icon in the top left, and then select Help. 

# Software notifications The software notification service is installed on youroffice computerorTrimbleTablet along with theT AIM software. The service uses the Windows notification area, which appears atthefar right of theWindows taskbar. The service notifies you when newerversions oftheAerial Imaging software are available. Notifications occur once a week untilyou have updated your system. To run TAIM and install updates, click the notification message. Alternatively, click the ShowHidden Icons arrow in the Windows taskbar and then double-click theTrimble Access Installation Manager icon. To manually check for updates, click the ShowHidden Icons arrow in theWindowstaskbar and then right-click theTrimble Access Installation Manager icon and select Checkforupdates.

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## Updating the eBox firmware The Aerial Imaging software automatically checks that the eBox firmware is up to date when the connection between the GCS and the UXS is established during theflight 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 the firmware version in the

### Maintenance screen. lfthefirmware version is out ofdate, tap Update.

1. When the 

### Updatefirmware checklist appears, do one ofthefollowing: • To dismiss the update checklist, tap No. • To start thefirmware update, tap 

### Yes. The update checklist appears. 2. When prompted, attach the modem. Tap Nextto updatethe modem firmware. 3. When prompted, connect the download cable. Tap Nextto update the eBox firmware. 4. The eBox firmware update consists ofseveral automaticsteps. When thefirmware has finished updating, disconnectthe download cable from the eBox and the modem. Depending on whetherthe 

### Updatefirmware checklist was started automatically or manually, eitherthestart oftheflight checklist orthe

### Maintenance screen appears. 

# Projects, missions, blocks, and flights A

### projectconsists ofone or more

### missions. Missions represent theareas 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 timefor a block exceeds 50 minutes then the mission area must be divided into smaller blocks. Blocks provide flexibility so that the mission areas in a project can be covered in thesmallest number offlights, because a 

### flight can cover oneor more blocks, as long as the total flight timeforthe blocks is less than 50 minutes. For example, afarmer wants to aerially photograph his potatofields. The farmer has two potato fields, located 500 m apartfrom each other. In his project, he creates a mission area for each field. By default, each mission area consists ofone block. Onefield can be mapped in an estimated flight time of20 minutes. But onefield is so large the estimated flight time is 70 minutes. Itcannot be mapped in oneflight. Therefore, thefarmer splits the mission area into two blocks. He could split the mission area into two equal blocks of35 minutes, butthen that would result in three separate blocks that haveto be flown as three separate flights. Instead, the farmersplits the large mission area into one45 minute block and one 25 minute block. Then thefarmer adds the new25 minute block to theflight forthe existing 20 minute block. The farmer can nowmap both mission areas in two flights, each of45 minutes duration. Projects, blocks, and flights can be copied so it is easy to set up similar projects orflights. Copy blocks to easily repeat flights at different heights. Or copy flights to redo aflight regularly, for example to track changes or progress overthe mission area. 

### Note- Projectplanning is usually done in the office. Blockand flight planning can bepreparedin the office butmustbe validatedin the field afterchecking actualconditions.

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# Project phases The typical phases ofa project are:



### • Project definition: In the officeyou can define one or more missions, adding details such as background maps, avoidance zones, and textfields if required. The area, ground sample distance (GSD), and the amountofimage 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 officeyou can specify thewind and flight line direction. For each block you can customize the GSD, height, and image overlap. In thefield, you must validate the block properties to take into accountthe actual wind direction and environment. 

### • Flight definition: In the office you can prepare one or more flights to coverthe block(s) and suggest thetakeoffand landing locations. In thefield you mustvalidate theflight properties, including the selected takeoffand landing locations. Theflight checklist is completed to ensure thatthe system is ready forthe flight. 

### • Flight scheduling: Flight scheduling is completed outside oftheAerial Imaging software. Checks forflight permissions, weather, and site suitability are completed and theflight is scheduled. Before heading tothe site, all equipment is checked for any damagefrom previous flights and all batteries are fully charged. 

### • Flight operation: After launchingthe UXS aerial imaging rover, theflight is monitored using the ground control station. Afterthe UXS lands, the post-flight checklist is completed to transfer theflight datato theTablet. 

### • Analysis and export: The flight and captured images are analyzed to make surethey are synchronized and the data is exported in the appropriatefile format for image processing. 

### • Image processing: The data collected during theflight is processed using image processing software such as Trimble Business Center software. 

# Software overview

• The Home screen • The Projects screen • Softwaretabs 

### • Title barbuttons • Status icons

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# The Home screen When you open theAerial 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 thesystem settings, page 21. • Access the 

### Maintenance screen. SeePerformlng maintenance, page22**'~+-** 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 listto the right. To search for a project, enterthe project name in the search bar abovethe list, or browse the projectthumbnails. To view project details, click • beside a project name in the list. You mustselect a project before any ofthefollowing buttons except(), and

# ~are enabled:



### Create a new project. Importa project .gwtfile. 

### Note- Import 

### is notbackwards compatible withprevious versions oftheAerialImaging software. Exportthe project .gwt file 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 

### 94 Note- Export to .jxlor .csv/txtis backwards compatible withprevious versions of theAerial Imaging software. Copy the contents ofthe project. By default, thecheck boxto copy flights and flight data is selected, but ifyou do notwantto copy the project contents, clear the check box. Open the project. The 

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

### Note - This behaviordiffers from previous versions of AerialImaging, where deleting a projectdidnotdelete the imagesassociated 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. Mostscreens in the software provide access to thefollowing tabs:


### Map layers tab 

### Blocks tab


### Flights tab


### Fiightchecklist

### tab 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 forthe block. Add flights, and defineflight properties, such as thetakeoffand landing locations. Complete thefiight checklist. Monitorthe UXS duringflight. Transfer theflight data from the UXS to theTablet.

The title bar ofthe software includes thefollowing buttons:



# 8 Save the project. 

# ? View the

### AerialImaging Help and the software

### Aboutdialog
. 

## • 

# X Close the software. 

# rn Return to the 

### Projects screen. 

# 1t Return to the 

### Home screen.

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# Status icons Atthe 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: 

# A



# - Ground speed. Ifthe GCS has no GPS connection, this icon is red and thetext "not available" is displayed. Ifthe UXS has no GPS connection, this icon is notdisplayed. Ifyou are using theAerial Imaging Desktop software, this icon is not displayed.

Distance between theGCS and the aircraft. Numberofflight lines flown versus total numberofflight lines. 

# Changing the system settings
To change settings fortheAerial 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

# 1tto return to the Home screen.
• Click 

# X to discard thechanges you have madeto the settings and return to the Home screen. 

# General settings Use the settings in the 

### Generalgroupto specify:

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

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### Note - Trimble does notguarantee the accuracyof anymapping datasource. It

### is your responsibility to double-check theprecision ofthe coordinates. • Preferred units for speed, distance, altitude, and area. • Automaticgeneration ofoneflight. Select the check boxto enable "fasttrack", where a small mission area that can be covered by one block will automatically create oneflight to coverthe block. Fast track enables you to rapidly browsethrough thetabs. Experienced users may preferto clear this check box and create theirown flights. • Automatic disabling ofWiFi and Bluetooth during flight. By defaultthis check box is selected to ensure optimal RF communication between the ground control station and the aircraft. 

# Network settings Use the settings in the

### Network group to specify the proxy settings 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 theAerial 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

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

### Note- The countryyou are operating in mayhave regulationsprescribing the minimum communication timeoutsetting thatyou must use. Make sure you are aware ofthese andthatyou use the regulated minimum setting for yourlocation. 

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

## click~ in the

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

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

• Replacing the drive unit • Replacing a servo • Replacing a propeller blade • Replacing the camera filter

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• Replacing a winglet 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 usingthe procedures above. Ifyou noteany issues not covered by these procedures, contactyourTrimble distributor. In addition, the 

### Maintenance screen allows you to check the firmware version ofthe eBox, and if necessary updatethefirmware. For more information, see Updating the eBoxfirmware, page 16. To exit the 

### Maintenance screen and return to the 

### Home screen, click

# 1tin the title bar.

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# Planning a Project

• Creating a project • Preparing the project map • Defining the blocks • Obstacle clearances • Defining theflights 

### • Exportingthe 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 [), and enterthe name ofthe new project in the pop-up field. The Map layers screen forthe new projectappears.
• In the Projects screen, click[), and enterthe name ofthe new project in the pop-upfield. The**~** newproject appears in the Projects list. Click 

## E7 to open the project. The Map layers screen appears. 

### Note - Names of projects, mission areas, blocks, and flights can contain thefollowing characters:A-Z, a-z, 0-9, dash (-),space (), andunderscore (_). 

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

• Adding a background map, page 25 

### • Creating

### themission, pag-e 27 • Adding information to the map, page 29 

# Adding a background map You can use an online map, an offline map, oryou can add yourown gee-referenced map.

• To use an online map: a. Makesure you have Internetaccess. 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 alwaysavailable asa layer andcannot bedeleted. You can have onlyone online map layerperproject.
• To use an offline map, click@=and then

## click~. Use the toolbarthat appears on top ofthe map to select the satellite map or road map for download. The currentview 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).

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The offline map layer ensures you will be able to viewthe map background duringthe flight, if you do not have an Internet connection in thefield. You can have multipleoffline map layers in a project. • To use your own map, add a GeoTifffilethatyou have prepared earlier using softwaresuch as

Trimble Business Center software. The GeoTifffile must be georeferenced in the WGS84 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" forthe file format. To add the GeoTifffile in Aerial Imaging, click

# tJ. Navigateto the location ofthefile, select it, and then click 

### Open. The map shows the contents ofthefile 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 mapview and the satelliteview 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 orGeoTiff layer sits abovetheonline map and belowany other layer, such as mission, avoidance zone, and KML file. New layers appear above a selected layer. If nothing is selected, it becomes the top layer. Layers at thetop ofthe list appear as thetop-most layers on the map. To change the orderofthe layers, usethe 

## 1i icon next to the layer name. To hide a layer, click

# 0 nextto the layer name. To showa hidden layer, click nextto the layer name. To disable any manipulation ofa layer, click 

# i next to the layer name. To remove a layer that is no longer required, selectthe layer in the list and then click 

## 1lliJ belowthe list. You cannot deletethe online map layer. To rename a layer, selectthe layer in the list and then click the layer's name. You can noweditthe name. The online map cannot be renamed. Use the 

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

# Illto display the map grid lines. 

## ,. 

# , Use the...
.. button, to zoom the map and all of its layers to the bestview.

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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 thecurrent GPS location. During flight, the

## A button is available. Click 

## A to center the 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. Atoolbarappears on top ofthe map, allowing you to add a polygonal or rectangular area. b. Click the appropriateshape on thetoolbarand 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 thecenter ofthe shape. To stop drawing and confirm the shape, click 

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

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

# tP.

• To resize or reshape the area, click and movethe boundary points on the map. • To reposition thearea, click and move iton the map. • To add ordelete boundary points orto rotatethe shape, use thetoolbarthat appears on the map. To confirm your changes, dick

# V, ordick 

# X to undo yourchanges. 

### Note - It is notpossible to addor remove boundarypoints for a rectangulararea. d. Repeat thesteps aboveto add as many mission areas as required. 2. To edit the mission properties, click

### ~ nextto the mission name in the map layers list and then dothefollowing:

a. Select thetype ofsensorthatyou 

### wili use to map the mission; Sony a5100 or Sony i\iEX-5 b. Set the ground sample distance (GSD). The defaultvalue is the GSD value obtained by flying at a heightof 100m (328ft). For more information, see GSD and height, page 28. 

### = c. Enterthe imageforward 

### (f:M) and side

### overlap(~. The defaultvalue is

### 80"~. For more information, see Image forward and side overlap, page 28. 

### The mission properties also shov; the size ofthe mission area.

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### Note -It

### is notpossible to change the missionproperties when a mission is locked. Tip- To disable editing ofthe mission area or mission properties, click 

# i nexttothe mission name. 

### GSD and height The GSD (ground sample distance) field specifies thedistance 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 using the Sony NEX-5 sensor. The smallerthevalue in the GSDfield, the more detailed the images. You should always specify a value equal to or smaller than the resolution required in thefinal orthophotos, afterthe images are processed. Ifthe value in the GSD field is larger than thefinal resolution required, then the images acquired during the flight 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 

### GSD field and the height at which the UX5 aerial imaging rover flies are linked. The higherthe unmanned aircraft flies, the larger the distance on the ground represented by each pixel in the images acquired during the flight:

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 ") 2.4em (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 determines the default height used for all blocks in that mission. For example, ifyou enter4.8 em in the GSDfield when using the Sony NEX-5 sensor, the unmanned aircraft will fly at 150m (492ft). During block definition you can adjustthe heightfor each block, taking into accountthe specific obstacles in the block. 

### Image forward and side overlap The defaultvalue ofthe overlap between images is 

### 80%. Image overlap can range from 

### 6QOJ6to 

### 90%. 

### Note- Trimble does notrecommendusing an overlap of less than 80%, as it mayprevent (large)parts of the dataset being adjustable in the Trimble Business Centersoftware due to the lack oftiepoints, especially where the flight height was low orwhere the area contains treesorother tall objects, orareas that lack texture.


# - By default the

## forward(~) and side

## overlap(~ 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 /}.

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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 number of images you require. 

# Adding information tothe map You can add the following 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

# f&. Atoolbarappears on top ofthe map, allowing you to add a polygonal, rectangular, or ellipsoidal area. b. Click the appropriate shape on thetoolbarand then drawthe shape ofthe avoidance zone on the map:

• For a polygon, click the mouse at each boundary point. • For a rectangle orellipse, click the mouse on the map. A standard-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 to the right. To clear theshape, click 

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

# tf>.

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

### • To add ordeletethe boundary points orto rotatethe shape, usethetoolbarthat appears on the map. To confirm your changes, click 

# V. To undoyourchanges, click 

## X

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### Note - 

### It is notpossible to addorremove boundarypoints for a rectangular orellipsoidal zone. Tip- To disable editing ofthe avoidance zone, click

# i nexttothe avoidance zone name. d. Repeat thesteps aboveto add as many avoidance zones as required. 

### Note- 

### The mission areaandthe +I- 200m(+/- 656ft} required for turnsshouldnotoverlap any avoidance zoneon the map. 

### Ifthe mission area is orange, you mustmove the area out of the avoidance zone. 

### 2. Clickflto add thefollovJing t'y'pes offiles as layers: • A KML file thatyou have previously downloaded from Google Maps. • Ground control points (GCPs) contained in a .csv file.

The formatforthe .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 mustvalidate in the field anyblocks you have defined in the office. Each mission area defined for a project is automatically covered by one block. The block appears in the listto the right and as ayellowshape on the map. The map does notcontain 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 thedirection 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 thewind. By default, the prevailing wind direction is a northerly wind. North is located atthe top ofthe map. Define more blocks as required to:

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

1. To update the prevailing wind direction to match the expected conditions in thefield: a. Tap the wind direction arrow in thetop right corner ofthe map and drag itso that it indicates thedirection ofthewind atthe site. The flight lines rotate accordingly. 

### Note- To ensure smooth turns andlimitedheadwindandtailwindduringflight, it is important tocorrectlyindicate theprevailing winddirection. However, to disable the controlofthe flight lines bywinddirection, click

# 0 next to the blockname in the list. To manuallyadjust the direction of the flight lines, tap the flight lines in the mapandrotate as required. This is useful when the mission/blockarea is a narrow rectangle, in which case you shouldalwaysput the flight lines along the longestside 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 forturns) overlaps an avoidance zone. For more information, see Creating the mission, page 27. Once you have edited the mission area, the block and flight lines updateautomatically. 2. To viewthe properties ofa block, click • nextto the block name. By 

### defaultthe block inherits the properties ofthe mission. Ifrequired, editthe height (or GSD) and image overlap values for the block, taking into account specific obstacles in the block. Images are not acquired untilthe unmanned aircraft climbs to the specified height. The software estimates thetotal flighttime needed to coverthe block. The estimated flight time does not include thetime to get to and from thetakeoffand landing locations.

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### The block properties also showthesize ofthe block area and the mission to which the block belongs. 3. 

### iftheestimated flight duration exceeds 50 minutes, a warning indication

# Aappears next to the block name in the list. Ifthewarning appears then you must splitthe block:

a. Select the block and then click#. Atoolbarappears on top ofthe map that allows you to splitthe block. b. Click

# E!J. By defaultthe block is divided through the center ofthe rectangular boundary box surroundingthe 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 -Splittingblocks can cause existing blocks to be renumbered. e. Repeat thesteps above untiltheflight duration ofall blocks is less than 50 minutes, because you need to also considerthetakeoffand landing time. f. To undo a split, select one ofthe blocks thatyou wantto combine and click#. From the toolbarthat appears on the map, click

# EtJ and 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 leftturn ora rightturn to enterthe block duringflight, click§ or§.This setting also defines thefirst waypointthatthe UXS will fly to. 

# Managing blocks To change the order ofblocks, click 

### li nexttothe block name. Blocks atthetop ofthe list appear as thetop-most blocks on the map. To manipulate a block, move it upso that itcan be selected on the map. To hide a block, click

# 0 nextto the block name. To show a hidden block, click · next to the block name. To copy the properties ofa block to a new block, select the block with the required properties in the list oron the map and then click

# f:D belowthe list. Copying a block is useful ifyou need to scan the same mission area using different GSD and overlap values. 

### Note

- When copying a block that is the result of a spiit action, the newblockwiii have the size ofthe originalblock(that is, itcovers the entire mission area). To remove a block that is no longer required, select the block and then click 

# IlliJ. Ifthe block was created by splitting a block, all other blocks thatwere part ofthe splitting action are also removed.lf

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those blocks were the only blocks that covered the mission area, the software automatically creates a new block, which has the size and properties ofthe mission. To rename a block, select the block in the list and then click on the block's name. You can nowedit the name. 

# Obstacle clearances When defining aflight, you must ensure thatthe selected takeoffand landing locations are clear of obstacles. Obstacle clearances for each stage ofthe flight 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 50 m: Within thefirst SO m (164ft), there must be a clear area free ofobstacles within 30• to the left and right ofthe launch direction. From 50 m to 280m: From thefirst 50 m (164ft) and within 280m (919ft), obstacles must not appear abovethe safety line determined by a 15" safety angle and within 25m (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 When entering the landing orbit, no obstacles must appearwith a 300m (984ft) radius ofthe center ofthe orbit. Once the UX5 has descended 25m from thecruise 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 15m to the left and right ofthe landing direction.

In thefinal leg ofthe landing, no obstacles mustappear in the yellowzone shown in thevertical cross section ofthe landing. In addition, the landing location must befree ofobstacles and meet the minimum size indicated:

• Linear landing

• 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 duringflight, page 81). To successfully aborttheflight, extra clearances should be taken into account:

• Linear landing abort clearance



## ·•

• Curved landing abortclearance

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# Defining the flights To defineflights, select the

### Flights tab. 

### Note- 

### You mustvalidate in the field any flights you have definedin the office. The 

### Flights tab, for an example flight where takeoffand landing are planned but notfixed, 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

### Blacks tab, you may need several flights to cover all the blocks defined forthe mission area(s). To add aflight,

## click~- A new entry appears in the list. To copy aflight, select theflight in the list oron the map and then click 

# [tJ belowthe list. Copying a flight is useful ifyou wantto repeat aflight and keep thedata ofboth flights. To remove aflight that is no longer required, select theflight and then click 

# I belowthe list. 

### Note- 

### This removes the flight datastoredon the Tabletfor thisflight. To rename aflight, select theflight in the list and then click theflight name. You can noweditthe name. To define aflight, see:

.. Settingthe takeoffparameters, page 38 • Setting the landing properties, page 39

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### • Adding blocks to theflight, page 40 

### • Managingthe

### sequencethat

### blocks areflown over, page 41 

### • Simulatingtheflight, page42 

## Setting the takeoff parameters

1. To setthetakeoffparameters, in the Flighttab click • beside the flight and then dick • beside 

### Takeoff. Atoolbarappears on top ofthe map. 2. To set thetakeofflocation, do one ofthefollowing: a. 

### To add a new location without GPS: In the Aerial Imaging Desktop orTablet software, dick@and then click on the mapto set the location. The takeoffpin appears on the map with an arrow indicatingthetakeoffheading and shows the "Planned and not active" status icon .). You can add as manytakeoff locations as you want. Click

# V to confirm the added locations. b. 

### To add a new location using GPS: In theAerial ImagingTablet software, physically go to the takeofflocation 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. The takeoff pin appears on the mapwith an arrow indicating thetakeoffheading and shows the "Fixed and not active" status icon

# 0. You can fix as many takeofflocations as you want. Click

# V to confirm thefixed locations. c. Click the takeoffpin on the map or use thedrop-down menu in the 

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

# 0. 'Jete = Each takeofflocation comes vvith defaultpararneters (for example_, the heading

### is set 

### into the winddirection). If you change the heading, the takeofflocation is updatedaccordingly. If

you 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 thetakeoffheading, click the arrow next to thetakeoffpin and rotateto change the takeoffdirection and avoid any obstacles. For more information, see Obstacle clearances for takeoff, page 33. By 

### default, thetakeoffheading is set intothewind direction set in the 

### Blocks tab. Alternatively, you can enterthe heading fortheselected pin in the Heading field. Note 

### -Alwaystry

### to takeoffinto the wind. Thispreventsa higher launch speedanda higher risk of launchfailures. 4. When theflight has a block linked to itorwhen the landing has been defined, the takeoff route is displayed. To editthetakeoff route, click and drag thewaypoints on the map. Tip- To use a leftturn or a rightturn to enterthe block,

## click~ or §?.inthe block properties in the 

### Blocks tab. This setting also definesthe first waypointthatthe UXS will fly to. The takeoffroute is updated to match thetype ofturn selected.

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5. To delete atakeofflocation, click@) in thetoolbaron top ofthe map and then from the map select thetakeoffpin thatyou want to remove. You can delete as many takeofflocations as you want. Click

# V to confirm thedeleted locations. 

## Setting the landing properties Foradditional 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 during theflight and the alternative landing location is bettersuited to the newconditions. 

### To set landing properties:

1. In the 

### Flighttab click ., beside theflight and then click ., beside 

### Landing. Atoolbarappears on top ofthe map. 2. To setthe landing location, do one ofthefollowing: a. 

### 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. b. 

### To add a new location using GPS: In the Aerial ImagingTablet 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 notactive" status icon •. You can fix as many landing locations as you want. Click

# V to confirm thefixed locations. c. Click the landing pin on the map or use thedrop-down menu in the 

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

# 0. Note

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

you use this location in another flight, the heading is setto the value of the latest change in ail flights where the location is used. 3. To set the landing heading, tap thearrow nexttothe landing pin and rotateto change the landing direction and avoid any obstacles. For more information, see Obstacle clearances for

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 392 Planning a Project landing, page 35. Alternatively, you can enterthe headingforthe selected pin in the 

### Landing heading field. By 

### default, the landing heading is setinto thewind direction setin theBlocks 

### tab. To help you definethe landing heading in thefield, zoom in on the mapto the most detailed zoom level and then walk into the heading with the GCS forabout 20to 30 meters. You will seethe GCS location move on the screen. Now rotate the arrowand position thefinal leg ofthe landing circuit overthe center ofthe GCS icon®on the map. 

### Note -Alwaystry to land into the wind. Thispreventsa higher landing speedanda higher riskof damage to the UXS. 4. Set the landing typeto use a linear orcurved landing, depending on the landing surface and available clearances.

• The 

### linearlanding type requires less clearance and lands the UXS 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. 5. When theflight has a block linked to it, the landing route is displayed: a. Set the landing entryto use a left or rightturn, depending on which turning direction provides bettervisibility and is furthest away from any obstacles (see Obstacleclearances for landing, page 35). b. To editthe landing route, click and drag thewaypoints on the map. 6. To delete a landing location, click@in thetoolbar on top ofthe map and then from the map select the landing pin that you wantto remove. You can delete as many landing locations as you want. Click

# V to confirm the deleted locations. 7. To set alternative landing parameters, repeat the steps above. 

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

# Adding blocks to the flight

1. To add blocks, in the 

### Flighttab click
... beside theflight and then click
... beside

### Selectblocks. All blocks defined in the project appearon the map and in the listto the right. Onlythe blocks that ifadded will keep theflight time less than SO minutes can be selected. For each block the status is indicated:**~** No icon: Notscheduled 

# tit. • • Scheduled

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# A •

## ~)Flown 

# A • • Flown and log files downloaded 2. From the map orthe list, select one or more blocks to link to the flight. The selected blocks are highlighted, and theflight lines and connection routes appear on the map. 

### Tip- To remove blocks from a flight, unselectthe block in the list 

### or the map. 3. Click

... to confirm the selection. The selected blocks appear in the list to the right between 

### Takeoff and 

### Landing, togetherwith the default connection types. 

### Note 

### -Ablockcan be linked to more than one flight. 

# Managing the sequence that blocks are flown over Ifa flight will cover morethan one block, the software automatically connects the lastwaypoint of one block with thefirst waypoint ofthe next block. By defaultthe connection is a straight line and is displayed between the blocks in theflight properties in the Flights tab. To changethe order ofthe blocks within a flight, select a block and then click lito movethe block up ordown in the listto the right. The connection between sequential blocks updates accordingly. To changethe connection type between blocks, click
... to the right ofthe connection type list entry and then:

' 

# ........ Fly straighttothefirst waypoint ofthefollowing block. Ifit did notyet reach the heightofthis waypoint, itorbits up in 200m diametercircles until it reaches the height. Orbit up in 200m diametercircles until it reaches the height ofthefollowing block and then fly straightto the first waypoint ofthefollowing block. This works ifthe height of the next block is higherthan the previous block. Fly to thefollowing block keeping the same height ofthe last waypointofthe previous block and then orbit up in 200m diametercircles until it reaches thefirst waypoint of the block. This works ifthe height ofthe next block is higherthan the previous block. Fly straightto thefirst waypoint ofthefollowing block. Ifit did notyet reach the height ofthis waypoint, itorbits down in 200m diameter circles until it reaches the height. Fly to thefollowing block keeping the same height ofthe last waypoint ofthe previous

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# . block and then orbitdown 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 diametercircles until it reaches the height ofthe next block and then fly straighttothefirst waypoint ofthat block. This works ifthe heightofthe next block is lowerthan the previous block. To edit thestraight line between blocks, click and dragthe waypoints on the map. 

### Note - 

### The connection type cannot be changed

## if sequentialblocks have thesame height. 

# Simulating the flight After creating aflight, click®to simulatetheflight to check thefollowing 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 thecorrect landing circuit. 

### Note - 

### Be aware that thesimulation is an estimate of the flight path. This is because thesimulation cannot take into account the environmental factors, such as wind, during the actual flight. Tip- The

# {B button is not available until you have exited theflight properties. To do this, clickthe arrow to collapse the flight. 

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

1. In the 

### Flights screen, selecttheflight forwhich you wantto exportthe simulation. 2.

## Click~-+. A message shows thatthe KML file is being generated. When the process is complete, the Exportwizard appears. 3. Navigate to thefolder where you wantto save theflight simulation, enterthefile name and then click 

### Save. You can nowopen the KML file in software such as Google Earth to viewthe flight simulation in 

### 3D.

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# Exporting the project Note- 

### This stepis required

## if you did theprojectplanning in theAerialimaging Desktop software. You must complete thisstepso thatyou can import theproject into theAerial imagingsoftware on the Tablet.

1. In the 

### Projects screen, select the projectto export. 

### 2.

# Click~ ... The 

### Exportwizard appears. 3. Select the GWT outputformat. Click Next. 

### 4. Navigateto thefolder where you wantto save the project, enterthefile nameand then click 

### Save. The exported project is saved as a .gwtfile in the folder you selected. 

### 5. Click Finish to close the

### Exportwizard. 

### 6. Ifthefolderyou exported the mission to is not a network folderthattheTablet can 

### access, transferthe exported mission to a USB stick and then transfer itto theTablet. 

### 7. To importthe mission to theAerial Imaging software on theTablet, see Importingthe project, page 63. 

# Checking flight permissions and conditions In the days beforetheflight, completethe following checks to makesuretheflight can proceed. 

### Note - 

### The use of unmannedaircraft in anynationalairspace system is regulatedby the applicable NationalAviationAuthority. The regulationsfor flying unmannedaircraft are subject to change, sometimes without warning. It is the usersresponsibility to know andadhere to the current laws for operating in the nationalairspace system. Trimble is not obligedto inform users of changes to unmanned aircraftlaws. Trimble andAuthorizedDistribution Partnersprovidecomprehensive trainingfor the unmanned aircraftsystem which includes recommendedprocedures to ensure thesafety for the remote crew members as wellas thesurrounding environment. It is the users responsibility to ensuresafe operations andadhere to safetyandsecurity measures required bytheNationalAviation Authority. Trimble is notresponsible for ensuring safeandsecure operation of unmannedaircraft by the user. 

# Checking flight permission

• Check ifyou need a permit to operate an unmanned aircraft in the airspace above the site. • Make sure you understand the legal contextfor safe operation ofan unmanned aircraft. • Check for existing rules and standards with your local Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA). • Make sure you have permission from the landowner.

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• Make sure you have all other relevant permissions required for photographyflights using unmanned aircraft. In some countries you need permission from defense organizations, the police, ora national geography instituteto take pictures. 

## Checking weather

• In the days beforetheflight, check theTV weather broadcast orweatherwebsites. This gives you a good general idea oftheweatherforthe nextthreeto four days. • For more accurate weatherforecasts, consult and interpret aviation weatherdata through various weather websites. You can also contactthe national meteorological office ora local meteorology office at an airport nearby. • On the day oftheflight, consulttheTerminal 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 45. The table belowshows thewind 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

# ~;~r. 4 20-28 5.5-7.9 11-16 13-18

# ft~'~ 5 29-38 8.0-10.7 17-21 19-24**~''"** d; 

### n 

# to!!'-
6 39-49 10.8-13.8 22-27 25-31

### ~'""" n }- 

### 7 50-61 13.9-17.1 28-33 32-38 

# bJM

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### Operation limitations The UXS aerial imaging rover cannot safely fly in all weather conditions. The following table shows the acceptable range for different conditions. 

### Note- 

### Your country of operation mayhavedifferent oradditionaloperationalrequirements. Make sure you arefamiliar with the appropriate regulationsfor the countryyou are operating in. If you areflying in the UnitedStatessee also FM

### conditions and limitations of operation, page 130. If you areflying in France, see also French airspace requirements, page 135. 

# & CAUTION -Ifany 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 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 °F) (excluding launcher) Maximum launch altitude (AMSL) 4250 m (13,493 ft) Maximum operational ceiling (AMSL) Tested at 5000 m (16,400ft) Endurance 50 mins 

### Image acquisition limitations Although the UX5 aerial imaging rover itselfcan cope with heavy weather conditions, the main issue besides safety is thequality ofthe pictures acquired during theflight. The following table shows the maximum values for differentweather conditions. 

# & CAUTION -If any condition does not meetthe acceptable maximum value stated, the pilot should abort the mission. Trimble does not guarantee good picture qualitywhen flying in conditions beyond these limits.

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Precipitation Light rain Wind SO kph (31 mph) 

# Checking the site Note- 

### When checking thesiteyou shouldrefer to the relevantAlP

### andNOT AM

### documents for your region
.

• Identifythe airspace and geographic environment ofthesite. • 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) • Check the relevant aviation charts and take special care around: • Parachute and parasailing jumping areas • Winch areas • High-pressure gas-releasing units (documented in AlPs or NOTAMs) • Congested areas (for example, towns) • Check ifthere are otheraerial orground activities planned, for example major pubiic events. 

# Checking the pilot

• Make sure the pilot is certified to operatethe 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 thatthe pilot has final responsibility forthe 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 controlthe 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 rna ndatory. • Make sure the crew understands the purpose and the phases ofthis particular mission.

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• Make sure the crew understands all aspects ofsafe operation ofthe UXS. This includes: • Understanding all safety precautions described in the 

### Trimble UXSAeriallmaging Rover Safety Guide. • Understanding howto handle emergencies during flight. See Handling emergencies during flight, page 81. • Understandingthe 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 theTabletbatteries • Charging the camera batteries 

### • Checking thecamera • Pairing 

### thetransmitterwith the tracking receiver • Locating your equipment 

## CHAPTER 

# 3

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

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## Chec~ngthelauncher 1. Make sure the launch slider is in good condition, and the launch dock moves freely along the slider. Ifthe slider is damaged, contactyourTrimble distributor. 2. Check the launcher cord is notworn, and make sure there is enough elastic in thecord when it is stretched tight. Ifthe cord must be replaced,

## click~ in the Home 

### screen, select Launcher

### in the list tothe right and then select Replacing the launchercord

### or refertothe Trimble UX5 AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

### 3. Make sure the launch dock is in good condition. Ifit is damaged, contactyourTrimble distributor. 

### 4. Make sure the launch dock wheels are in good condition and move freely.lfthey are worn and must be replaced,

## click~ in the Home 

### screen, select Launcher

### in the listto the right and then select Replacing the wheels ofthe launcherdock

### or referto the Trimble UXSAerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

# Checking the UXS aerial imaging rover Thoroughly check the UXS 

### before each flightto make surethat it is undamaged from any previous flight. Refer to thefollowing sections:

• Check the body, page 

### 49 • Check thepitottube, page 50 • Check the winglets, page 

### 51 

### • Check the propellers, page 51 

### • Check thedrive untt, page51 • Check the servos, page 51 

# Check the body The body ofthe UXS 

### must be clean forflight. Dirt and gravel on the body decreases the lift and increases thedrag during flight.

1. Clean the bodywith a damp cloth.
CAUTION- Do not use high waterpressure or a steel brush to dean the body ofthe rover. This can damage the surface ofthe UXS and affect the aerodynamics ofthe aircraft. Avoid the use ofsoivents to clean the surface ofthe 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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### I3 Preparing Equipment


### 3. Make sure there are no scratches on the camera filter. Ifthe camera filter is damaged,

## click~ in the Home 

### screen, select UXS in the list and then select Replacing the camera filter

### or refer to the Trimble UXSAerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

### 4. Make sure thatthe camera filter is tightly screwed intothe body. If not, gently tighten it, taking care notto over-tighten it. 5. Using first the wet camera wipes and then thedry camera wipes, thoroughly clean the camera filter. Make sure there are no specks of moisture ordust, as these will affect the image quality. Note - 

### Only use wipes that are specifically intended for cleaning camera lenses. 

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



### 1. Remove the pitottubefrom the eBox.

2. Make sure thetube is not bent or broken. 

### 3. Blow intothetubeto make sure nothing is blocking it. 

# & CAUTION- Only blow into the pitottube afteryou have removed itfrom the eBox. Do not blow into the pitot tube when it is connected tothe eBox because this will damage the barometric sensors.


### 4. Ifthe pitottube is blocked ordamaged,

## 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, thewinglets must be firmly attached tothe UXS body.

1. 

### Make sure thewinglets are intact. 2. Make sure each winglet is firmly attached with two screws. 3. Ifthewinglets are damaged or notfirmly attached,

## click~ in the Home screen, 

### select UXS in the list tothe right and then select Replacing a winglet

### or refer to the Trimble UX5Aerial Imaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

### When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor. 

# Check the propellers

1. 

### Make sure the propeller blades are intact. 2. Make sure the propeller blades are well-positioned. 3. Make sure each propeller blade is firmly attached. 4. Ifa propeller blade is damaged or notwell-positioned,

## click~ in the Home screen, 

### select UXS in the list tothe right and then select Replacing a propellerblade 

### or refer tothe Trimble UX5 AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

### When in doubt, contactyourTrimble distributor. 

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

• intact • firmly attached Ifthe drive unit is damaged or notfirmly attached,

## click~ in the Home screen, 

### select UXS in the list to the right and then select Replacing the drive unit

### or refer tothe Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

### When in doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor. 

# Checkthe servos The servos must be in perfect condition as they steer the UAS. When checking the servos, 

### make sure thattheservos:

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

# click~ in the Home 

### screen, select UXS in the list tothe right and then select Replacing a servo 

### or refer to the Trimble UX5AerialImaging Solution Maintenance Guide. 

### When in 

### doubt, contact yourTrimble distributor.

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# Charging the UXS batteries

WARl\HNG -Lithiumpolymerbatteries are volatile. Failure to read and follow these instructions may resuit 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. -Ifat 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, awayfrom flammable materials.

- Never leave charging batteries unattended. When charging the batteries you should always remain in constant observation to monitor the charging process and react to potential problems that may occur.
WARNING- Always check that the settings on the charger are correct before charging the battery. Incorrect charger settings may result in damage tothe battery, severe burning, and fire hazards. 

### Note 

### -Before using the charger for the first time, carefully read the userdocumentationfor the battery chargerandreadall of the informationprovidedin the Batterysafetysection ofthis userguide (see UX5 

### batterysafety,page119). 

# Removing the battery

1. Remove thetop coverfrom the UXS body. 2. Disconnect the main powerconnector ofthe battery from the aircraft:

3. Loosen theVelcro straps and remove the batteryfrom the battery compartment ofthe UXS.

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# Connecting and charging the battery

1. Connect the Graupner Ultramat 14 plus chargerto oneofthefollowing: • 12Vvehicle battery 

### • lQ0-240VAC powersupply The charger powers on and displays thefollowing parameters forthe UXS battery:

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

### Ifthe chargerdoes notdisplay the defaultparameters,you must change the settings. 

### For more information, see Battery chargersettings, page 119.
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) for the battery. Incorrect battery charging parameters can destroy your battery and cause it to catch fire or explode. 2. Connect the charge cable to the charger:

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### 3. Connect the balancer connector ofthe battery to thecharger. 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". Attypical room temperature ittakes approximately 2 hours to charge afully depleted battery. Charging timewill vary depending on remaining battery life and ambienttemperature. 

### Note- Make sureyou charge both UXS batteriesbefore leaving the officefor aflight. Trimble recommendsalways having a spare,fully-chargedbatteryon 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 ofthecharger from the powerconnector on the battery. 

### 3. Disconnect the balancer connector ofthe battery from the charger. 

# Charging the Tablet batteries Install theTablet battery packs and charge the batteries according to the instructions provided in the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC User's Manual. 

### Note- 

### Make sure youfully charge the Tablet batteries before leaving the office for aflight. 

# Charging the camera batteries Install the camera battery and charge the batteries according to the instructions provided in the user documentation forthe camera. 

### Note- 

### Make sureyou charge both camera batteries before leaving the officefor aflight. Trimble recommendsalways having a spare,fully-chargedbatteryon hand. 

# Checking the camera

1. Make sure there are no scratches on the camera lens. Ifthecamera 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 itdisplays the following icons. For more information, refer to thesection foryourcamera below:

• Sony a5100, page 56 • Sony NEX-5, page 58

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# Sony aSlOO Note - 

### Thefollowing image shows the main icons to checkon the camerascreen to ensure thatyour camerasettings are correctandyou willsuccessfullycapture images during theflight. Ifany ofthese icons are notshown, or 

### if you believe othercamerasettingshave been changed, adjust the settings back to the settings recommendedby Trimble. For a list of allapplicable camerasettings, see Camera settings, page 

### 108.



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## liDJ 

# •f&T m1oo% 

# 0 Shoot mode is setto shutter priority. SD card is inserted. Aspect ratio is setto 3:2; image size is set to 24M; image quality is set to Fine (all are default settings). Recording mode ofmovies is setto SOi FH. Steady shot is set to 

### Off. Battery icon shows**100"~.** Drive mode is setto Single Shooting. Metering mode is setto Multi (the default). Focus area is setto Center. Focus mode is set to Manual.

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### AWB



## 1/1000 IH:t:O.O

ISO AUTO Face detection is set to Off. White balance is set to AWB (the default). Forthe NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See Setting brightness/color settings forthe NIR camera, page 57. Soft skin detection is setto Off(the default). Brightness correction is set to automatic (the default). Creative style is setto Standard (the default). Picture effect is set to Off (the default). Shutterspeed is setto 1/1000orabove. ±0.0 When using the NIR camera, exposure compensation is setto: 

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

### +2.0forthe NIR (black) filter ISO is setto Auto (the default). 

### Setting brightnessjcolor settings forthe 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~ I 5 

## I White Balance. Press thecentral button ofthe control wheel and then select 

### Custom Setup. Press the central button ofthe control wheel to confirm. 2. Outdoors, in normal daylight conditions, hold the filteryou will use in front ofthe lens, while aiming the central circle ofthe lens at a (nearly) white surface, such as a wall or blank piece of paper. 3. Press the central button ofthecontrol wheel. 4. The color infra-red (CIR) display on the camera appears. When using the: • UV haze (orange) filter: vegetation appears blue and thesky appears brown. • NIR-only (black) filter: vegetation appears white orslightly blue-grey and everything else appears grey to black.

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## Sony NEX-5 Note- Thefollowing image shows the main icons to checkon the camera screen to ensure thatyour camera settingsare correctandyou willsuccessfully capture imagesduring the flight. Ifany of these icons are notshown, or 

### if you believe othercamera settingshave been changed, adjust the settings back to the settings recommendedbyTrimble. For a list of allapplicable camerasettings, see Camera settings, page 108.

Sand Tv 

## 0 &116M FINE 25p 

## lml 

# ••Br=F (@1100% 

# i Shoot mode is set to shutter priority. SD card is inserted. 

### Aspect ratio is setto 3:2; 

### image size is setto 16M; 

### image quality is setto Fine (all are defaultsettings). Recording mode of movies is setto 25p 17m FH. Steady shot is set to Off. Battery icon shows 1000...6. Touch operation is set to Off. Drive mode icon is shown. The drive mode is setto use theWireless Remote Commander. Metering mode is setto Multi (the default). Focus mode is setto Manual.

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### AWB 

# '= lib rna;t 

# ! f4FF**~OFF** 1/1000 !B::tO.O



### ISO AUTO Face detection is setto Off. White balance is setto AWB (the default). Forthe NIR camera, use custom brightness/color settings. See Setting brightness/colorsettings for the NIR camera, page 57. Soft skin detection is setto Off(the default). Brightness correction is setto automatic (the default). Creative style is setto Standard (the default). Auto portraitframing is setto Off.
Smile detection is setto Off(the default). Picture effect is setto Off(the default). Shutter speed is setto 1/1000or above. ±0.0 When usingthe NIR camera, exposure compensation is setto: 

### +1.0for the UV HAZE (orange} filter 

### +2.0for the NIR (black) filter ISO is setto 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/colorsettings 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 aimingthe 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 (CI R) 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 thisstep onlyonce, before using the UX5 aerial imaging rover for the first time. To track down the UXS aerial imaging roverfitted with atransmitter, thetransmitter ID mustfirst 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 selectTRANSMITTER. Press the 

### MENU/OK key to confirm. 4. Use the navigation keys to select ADD. Press the 

### MENU/OK key to confirm. 5. Use the navigation keys to enterthe missing digits ofthe frequency ofthetransmitter. Confirm each digit using the 

### MENU/OK key. 6. Followthesteps on the screen ofthe receiverto calibratethetransmitter. 7. Once the calibration 

### is done, you are prompted to enter a name forthetransmitter. 8. Use the navigation keys to enterthe nameyou wantto use forthetransmitter. Confirm each letter using the 

### MENU/OK key. The receiver 

### is nowable to communicate with thetransmitter. 

# Locating your equipment Before you head outto the field:



### 1. Make sure 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 sure you have one ofthe following:

• an external storage device such as a laptop fortransferring images to after each flight • a USB to SD card readerfortransferring images to the Tablet after each flight • an SD card for each flight



### Note- Trimble recommends using a San DiskExtreme SDHC UH5-I cardwith a writespeedof 45MB/sanda minimum capacityof 16GB.

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

• safety pin • launch dock with lock pin • V-support • crank

9 launch slide with elastics • Trimble UXS Launcher QuickStart Guide

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# Completing a Flight

• Importingthe project • Validating the blocks • Validating theflights 

### • Dealingwith sudden weatherchanges • Completing theflight checklist 

### • Monitoringtheflight • Landingthe UXS • Completing the post-flight checklist • Disassembling the launcher 

### CHAPTER 

# 4

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

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 624 Completing a Flight 

# Importing the project Note- 

### This step is required

### if you did theprojectplanning in theAerialImaging Desktop software and then exportedtheprojectso thatyou can view iton the Tablet.

1. In the

### Home screen orthe

### Projects screen, tap

# tj, 2. Navigate to the location ofthe .gwtfile you exported from the Aerial Imaging Desktop software (see Exporting the project, page 43), select itand then tap Open. The project you imported is listed in the

### Projects screen and the projectthumbnail appears. 3. Select the projectand then click 

# 6 to open the project and view the 

### Map layers screen. 

# Validating the blocks Tap the

### Blocks tab and make any changes to the blocks, if required. Pay special attention to the actual wind direction, which will influencethewind direction you have set in thesoftware and possibly theflight time. For more information, see Defining the blocks, page 30. 

### Note- 

### To change the mission area, tap theMap layers tabandedit the appropriate area. For more information, see Creating the mission, page27. When you editthe mission area, the block(s) automaticallyadjust to the newareashape. 

# Validating the flights

1. When you arrive on-site, examine theflight area to: • Check for obstacles in the flight area. Obstacles are objects such as trees, buildings, antennas, power lines, and waterthatthe UXS could fly into or land on. • Make sure you will beable to maintain a visual line ofsightto the UXS throughoutthe

flight. • Identify agood 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 foreach location thatyou consider as an alternative landing location. 

### Note - 

### If you choose to checkalternative landing locations duringflight, be aware that this takes more time andkeepsyourattention from the flight. 

### 2. Tap the Flight

### tab and make any changesto theflights, ifrequired. For more information, see Defining the flights, 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.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 634 Completing a Flight Repeat foreach landing location thatyou consider as an alternative location. 

### Note - 

### If you choose to checkalternative landing locationsduringflight, beaware that this takes more time andkeeps yourattention from theflight. 4. In the 

### Flights screen, select theflight you will complete and then tap the

### Flight checklisttab. 

# Dealing with sudden weather changes On the day oftheflight, check thatthecurrent weatherconditions are suitable forflight. Pay particular attention to the prevailing wind direction and speed. Ifthere are sudden weather changes before orduring theflight, you must act quickly. Different weather changes and the recommended action are described below.

The wind direction changes before theflight.

The wind direction changes during theflight.

One ofthefollowing weather phenomena occurs before orduringtheflight:

• Strongwind • 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 the flight lines perpendicular to thewind direction. Reposition the launcher and then updatethe takeoffand landing heading in theflight plan. Change the landing heading in flight orselect an alternative landing location, ifit is moresuited. See Changing the landing parameters during flight, page 80. Cancel theflight. Ifthe UXS is in the air, land as quickly as possible.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 644 Completing a Flight 

# Completing the flight checklist The flight checklist starts with an overview oftheflight thatyou have selected and will execute. Use each step ofthe flight checklist to preparethe equipmentforflight. The flight checklist guides you through each step. 

### Note 

### -More information about thesteps that require specialcare is given in thefollowing sections. Read thesesections carefully untilyou arefamiliar with allof the tasks requiredtoperform thesesteps.
• Connecting the GCS, page 

### 65 

### • Connecting thebattery, page66 • Preparing the camera, page 

### 66 

### • Insertingthetrackertransmitter, page 68 • Attaching thetop cover, page 68 • Covering the pitottube, page 68 • Checking the elevon trim, page 

### 69 • Checking the elevon response, page 

### 69 • Assembling the launcher • Placing the UXS onto the launcher, page 

### 73 

### • Transmitting thefllghtplan, page73 • Initializing, page 74 • Removingthe pitotcover, page 74 • Checking the airspeed response, page 74 • Positioning the propellers, page 74 • Tightening the launcher cord elastics, page 74 • Verifying the position ofthe aircraft on the launcher • Removing the safety pin • Arming the system, page 

### 76 • Launching the UX5, page 77 

## Connecting the GCS Ifyou have notyet 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. Insert the modem cable intothe USB port on theTablet. 4. Tap)to promptthe software to check ifthe modem is connected. When theconnection to the modem is established, thesoftware automatically moves to the next step in theflight checklist. 

# Connecting the battery Ifyou have notyetconnected 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 power connector on the battery to the power connector in the aircraft. Once the battery is connected, the eBox goes from Off modeto On mode (see eBox LED status, page 

### 104). When the eBox starts booting up, the) button is enabled. 

### Note -If afterthisstepyou are promptedto update the eBoxfirmware,see Updating the**~Box** 

### firmware, page 16. 

# Preparing the camera

1. Using first the wet camera wipes and then thedry camera wipes, thoroughly clean thecamera lens. Make sure there are no specks of moisture or dust, as these will affect the image quality. 

### Note- 

### Only use wipes that are specifically intended for cleaning camera lenses. 2. Make sure the camera filter in the UXS body is also clean and thatthe camera filter is tightly screwed intothe body. Ifnot, 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 thecamera, page 55. 5. Make sure the lens settings are appropriatefortheweather conditions:

Auto Auto Auto 

### f/4.5 f/4.5
1/2000to 1/4000 1/1000to 1/2000 1/1600to 1/2000

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### The focus ring should always be set to 3+ m. This is set and calibrated bythe 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 the flight to ensure that thepicture is not over- or underexposed. Ifthepicture does not look right, adjust theshutterspeed first and then the aperture setting. 6. Ifyou are using the: 

### Sony a5100 camera

a. Insertthe adapter piece into the camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to the connectorfrom the eBox. c. Insertthe camera intothe camera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using theVelcro strap.



### Sony NEXS camera

a. Insertthetwo adapter pieces intothe camera cavity ofthe payload bay ofthe UXS body. b. Connect theIR LED cable tothe connectorfrom the eBox. c. Insertthecamera intothecamera cavity ofthe payload bay and secure it using theVelcro

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### strap.

Note-

### Afterinserting andsecuring the camera, checktheshutterspeedas thesettings control might have spun andchanged thesetting. 7. In the Aerial Imaging software, tap

### I!I§l. Make sure thatyou hearthetrigger sound from the camera. When thetest picture is taken, the) button is enabied. 

# Inserting the tracker transmitter

1. Turn on the trackertransmitter. 2. Make sure thatyou can hear thetransmitter using the tracker receiver. 3. Insertthetracker transmitter into the body ofthe unmanned aircraft. 

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

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

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

# .& WARNING -When handling the UXS, make sure thatthe elevons can move freely and are not obstructed in any way. Impaired movement ofthe elevons can cause the servo motorto bum up. 

# Checking the elevon response Tap the 

### Move/Stop elevon button in theAerial Imaging software and watch the elevens on the unmanned aircraft. Makesure the elevens move in response to the button commands
. 

# .& WARNING -When handling the UXS, make sure thatthe elevons can move freely and are not obstructed in any way. Impaired movement ofthe elevons can cause the servo motorto bum up. 

### When theelevon response is checked, the)button is enabled. 

# Assembling the launcher

1. Unfold the launch slide. 

# & CAUTION- Take care when unfolding the launch slide as there are sharp edges that can cause finger cuts. 

### 2. Secure each section ofthe launch slide by liftingthe 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 theV-support to the launch slide, make sure the knob is pointing to the left and then insert the V-support pins in the reserved holes, situated approximately 2/3ofthe length ofthe launch slide. Turn the knob to the rightto 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- Ifthe launchercord is blockedwhile the elastics are not tightened, pull the release handles upward to unblockthem.
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 ofthe launcher and use the crankto very gently release the force. At the sametime, pull the release handles gently upward. This is safest done with two people, with one person carefully winding the crank counterclockwise to counteractthe force on the elastics. 

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

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### 6. Slide the launch dock overthe ends ofthe launcher cord. 7. To attach the ends ofthe launcher cord to the launch dock, remove the lock pin from the launch dock and then slide the lock pin through the holes in the launch dock, attachingthe ends ofthe launch cord as you doso. 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. Makesurethetrigger is not blocked. 9. Insert thesafety pin intothe launch dock.

WARNING- Always keep the safety pin inserted in the launch dock. Remove the safety pin onlyjust before launch. Early removal of the launch pin can result in accidental release ofthe 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 ofthe launcher takes into account the weight ofthe UXS sitting on the launch dock. 10. Position the launcher atthe planned takeoff location, with the launch direction pointing into thetakeoffdirection you have indicated in the software. 11. Make sure thetakeoff location is free ofobstacles. For more information, see Obstacle clearances, page 33. 

## Placing the UXS onto the launcher

1. Position the UXS at thefront ofthe launch dock and use yourfingertips to guidethe launcher slats on the underside ofthe UXS ontothe lips ofthe launch dock.

2. Use the artificial horizon indicator in theAerial 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 

# -s• and 

# s·. The horizon should be positioned parallel to the UXS on the artificial horizon indicator. Ifyou need to adjustthe horizon, reposition the launcher. 

## Transmitting the flight plan This step appears only ifthe software is still transmitting theflight plan tothe eBox. Iftransmission oftheflight plan is already complete, this step does notappear. The)button is available once flight plan transmission is complete.

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

# Removing the pitot cover Remove thecover from the pitottube. 

# Checking the airspeed response Press and hold the pitottubefor no morethan 5 seconds. Make sure thatthe value in the black arrowat the left ofthe artificial horizon in the status panel oftheAerial 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 theAerial Imaging software. 2. Ifthe propellers are not positioned correctly, carefully adjustthem.
WARNING -Always take care when touching the propeller blades. Ifthe 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 thecrank. In normal circumstances, the node between the cord and elastic should be in the middle ofthe hole numbered "4" on the launcher. 

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CAUTION- The launcher cord stretches with every launch. When you can easily reach the last hole when tightening the cord, replace the launcher cord to prevent unsuccessful launches and damage to the launcher orthe UXS. For more information,

## click~ in the Home screen, select Launcher in the list to the right and then select Replacing the launcher cordor referto the Trimble UXS 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.
WARNING -Always take care to avoid contact with the propeller blades. Ifthe 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 the value is shown in red.

Armthe system Cnodoho launch values. If**a~** -._.rak!es a;e OK,. Jm<the s·rstem 

# -

To arm the system, tap Arm. Awarning message appears if: -e-Box statu;: Ndrnber of GPS satallttes· Batten;**ie\t~:** Launc:h angle pF;ch Launch angle roi: Thk<off s•nror: Log enabierl: GCS iornion ft.:ed; 

# X**~iii!)** 100% 

# -

OK 11 lll!l% 20' ·2' OK OK OK 

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### ..

### , 

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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 numberofsatellites is between 4 and 8. The system will not allowyou to launch the UXS ifthefollowing errors are reported:

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

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## Launching the UXS Once you have armed thesystem, the software promptsyou to launch the aircraft.

1. Just before launch, perform the following safety checks: a. Makesure there are no aerial objects inside the zone ofoperation. b. Makesure you have a clear line ofsightto the UXS. c. Makesurethere are no obstacles orpeople near thefront ofthe launcher. 

# & WARNING- Make sure you complete each ofthe safety checks listed at this step. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage tothe UXS or launcher. 2. When you have made sure that everything is clear in front 

### of, above, and behind the launcher, stand behind the launcherand press the launch handleto launch the UXS. 

# & CAUTION -Never launch withoutthe UXS sitting on the dock as it will damage the launch dock. The design ofthe launcher takes into account the weight ofthe UXS sitting on the launch dock. 

### 3. 

### 1/an obstaclesuch as aperson oranimalsuddenly appears in the obstacle clearance zone during takeoff, tap® in the Aerial Imaging softv.rare. The UXS immediately pov;ers down and returns to the ground. For more information, see Emergency software commands, page 83. After launch, the UXS flies to thefirst waypoint, which is highlighted on the map in the Dashboardtab. Ifthe UXS is notyetattheflight heightwhen it reaches this point, it climbs in circles of 100m radius until it reaches the desired height. 4. After launch, release the tension on the launcher cord elastics. Leaving tension on the launcher cord elastics for extended periods can damage the elastics.

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To release the tension, release 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 windingthecrank counter-clockwise to counteract theforce on the elastics. 

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Monitoring the flight
CAUTION - It is your responsibility to take action during flight when the safety ofthe 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 for the unmanned aircraft and look out for other aerial objects.

- Ensure obstacle clearance.

- Keep an eye on changing weather conditions. -Locate the unmanned aircraft on the Tablet screen.

- Monitorthe flight telemetry on the Tablet screen. For information on theappropriate action to take ifyou see an oncoming aerial object at any point duringthe flight, see Handling emergencies during flight, page 81. After takeoff, 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 aircraftfollows the preprogrammed flight path.

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The 

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



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You must use theAerial 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 ofthecommunication link

## etiD.
• Monitorthe numberofusable satellites

## ~. • No signal: No GPS lock (o-3 satellites) • 1 signal line: 

### 4-6satellites • 2 signal lines: 7 or more satellites
• Monitorthe level ofpower in the UXS battery. In the battery status bar 

### !iii), thevalue is expressed as a percentage and as time remaining in minutes. • Comparethe actual flight height with the desired flight height set during mission and flight planning
. • Compare the actual airspeed with thedesired airspeed, which is 80 kph (49 mph) during cruise flight. The actual airspeed can be higherthan the desired speed when the UXS is coping with a high head wind. The maximum airspeed is 90 kph (56 mph). • Monitorthethrottle. The throttleshould be around 30% during cruise flight in normal conditions.

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• Monitorthesoftwarefor 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 SOand Errors and warnings, page 97. • Monitorthe numberofflight lines flown against thetotal number offlight lines (displayed in thestatus 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 alterthe landing parameters set in the flight plan while the UXS is still in flight. 

### Note - 

### Once you confirm the landing, you cannotchange 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: • Ifthewind 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

# 0 on the map or use the drop-clown menu in the

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

### Note- 

### For the currentandanyalternative landing setup, it ispossible to change anyother parameters. However, this requires more effort andtime which }'OU 

### maynot have. Make sure that 

### if you change the landing location, the location is GPSfixed. For more information, see Setting the landing properties, page 39. 

# Failsafes during flight Thefollowing failsafe mechanisms activate when atechnical issue occurs that reduces the safe behaviorofthe unmanned aircraft:

• Loss ofGPS lock during flight • Loss ofcommunication link during flight • Overspeed protection

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

1. The unmanned aircraft banks atan angle of25• while orbiting at its current location for 20 seconds. Ifthe unmanned aircraft successfully reacquires GPS lock, then itflies tothespecified landing location and begins a normal landing sequence. 2. Ifthe unmanned aircraft is unableto reacquire GPS lock, then itactivates the FlightTermination 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) diametercircles until it reaches a height of7 m (23 ft). 

### Note- During FTS without GPS lock, the unmannedaircraft attempts to circle but the outcome is ellipticalcircles as the unmannedaircraft is subject to winddrift. c. The unmanned aircraft levels its wings, slows, and glides to the ground. 

### Loss of communication 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 aircraftflies to the specified landing location and begins a normal landing sequence. Unlike a normal landing, you are not prompted to confirm landing before thefinal leg ofthe landing. An audible sound indicates that the UXS is aboutto land. Ifcommunication resumes during this automaticfailsafe mechanism, the unmanned aircraft continues the landing sequence. 

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

# Handling emergencies during flight This topic describes typical emergency scenarios that may occurwhen the UXS is in flight. For all scenarios, you must assess the situation beforetaking action. Take into accountyour location (that is, the location oftheGCS) and the current location, course, and speed ofthe UXS. 

### Note- 

### 1/ thesituation is 

### too critical (for examp/e,/astmoving aircraft) tap®andwhenprompted confirm Flight Termination System (FTS) activation to 

### immediatelyaborttheflight andput the UXS in an orbit towardthe ground.

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

The approaching aircraft 

### 1. Assess thesituation. Tap 

# X in the message 

### will

### notcross the flight 

### 2. Tap®,

# .1.,0,or0tc movethe box on the map to cancel 

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

### 1. Assess thesituation. Tap 

# X in the message approaching aircraft and Tap

# 0 to move the UXS to a safe box on the map to cancel the UXS are

### converging. 

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

### 1. Assess thesituation. Tap 

# X in the message approaching aircraft is Tap®,

# 0, or

# 0 to move the UXS box on the map to cancel 

### diverging from theflight 

### 2. path ofthe 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 is Tap

# 0 to movethe UXS to a safe boxon the map to cancel 

### intercepting theflight 

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

### 1. Assess thesituation. 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 assumethat the boxon the map to cancel aircraft has noticed the UXS. Take the necessary safety measures depending on the pattern and continue the situation. mapping. Occasionally otherobjects 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 of emergency 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 until100% 

### 1. Assess thesituation. 2. Tap ®to immediately terminate theflight. Ifno button is tapped, the UXS glides downward, following theflight plan.

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

1. Go tothe Projects 

### screen and open the projectfor the flight in progress. 2. In the Flights 

### tab, select theflight in progress. 3. Select the Flight checklist

### tab. When connecting to the autopilot, a messages 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 continuetheflight. 

# Emergency software commands The Dashboard

### tab oftheAerial Imaging software provides several buttons that enable you to manually interruptthe pre-programmed flight plan while the unmanned aircraft is in the air. Use these commands to take evasive action if required. Note- 

### Tapping anybutton in this screen overrides anyprevious command. Note- 

### The onlybutton available when the UXS is below50 m (164ft) during takeoffis®.

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### Land Use the@ button when the flight must beterminated and there is time and space for a pre-pianned ianding. When you tap®, the unmanned aircraft immediately terminates its flight plan and initiates a normal landing sequence. Itflies atthe currentflight height to the entry pointwhich is located 300 m (984ft)from the landing location. Itstarts circling downward in 200m (656ft) diameter circles until it reaches a heightof75 m (246ft). 

### To releasethe Land command, tap 

# X in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to thestart oftheflight line itwas on when theflight plan was interrupted, and resumes mapping when 

### it reaches the pointthat mapping paused. To complete the landing, tap 

# V in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft finishes its current circle until it reaches the pointwhere itfirst started circling and then itstarts thefinal leg of the landing. 

### Fly 

## to Use the

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

# 0 button, tap the location on the mapthatyou wantthe unmanned aircraftto moveto. When you tap

# 0, the unmanned aircraft flies to the specified location and then orbits there atthecruise flight height in 200m (656ft) diametercircles. Mapping is paused. When in the Fly to 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 Fly to command, tap 

# X in the message boxon the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the 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 map again while the unmannedaircraft is in the Fly topattern, tap

# V in the message box on the map to fly to the new location 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 currentflight height in 200m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. When in the Hold pattern, you can adjustthe unmanned aircraft's height by 10m (32ft) up or down, 

### ifrequired. The software does notallowthe heightto be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft} or higher than 750 m (2460 ft}.

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To release the Hold command, tap 

# X in the message boxon the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the height itwas at beforethe Hold pattern began. Itflies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the pointthat mapping paused. 

### Here



## .... 0 Use 

### theW button when the unmanned aircraft must be removed from the general area of mapping and you wantto have itwithin close sight. 

### 5 When you tap 

### W, the unmanned aircraft immediately flies to the location ofthe ground control station (GCS) orthe last known location and orbits there at the cruise flight height in 200m (656ft) diameter circles. Mapping is paused. When in the Here pattern, you can adjust the unmanned aircraft's height by 10m (32ft) up or down, ifrequired. The software does notallowthe heightto be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460 ft). To reiease the Here command, tap 

# X in the message box on the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the 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 wantto movethe unmanned aircraft away from its current position but have it close to its current location. When you tap

# 0, the unmanned aircraftflies 300m (984ft) to the right ofthe current heading and then orbits there atthe cruise flight height in 200m (656ft) diametercircles. Mapping is paused. When in the Right pattern, you can adjust the unmanned aircraft's height by 10m (32ft) up or down, if required. The software does notallowthe heightto be set lowerthan 75 m (246ft) or higher than 750 m (2460ft}. To release the Right command, tap 

# X in the message boxon the map. The unmanned aircraft returns to the height itwas at beforethe Right pattern began. Itflies to the previous waypoint and resumes mapping when it reaches the pointthat mapping paused. 

## F

.,.,. I;) Activatethe FlightTermination 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 UX5 continues the flight. Note- 

### Confirmation is always required, exceptduring takeoff when the UXS is stillbelow25m {82ft).

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### The unmanned aircraft immediately aborts the flight. During cruise flight, this involves:

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

### Abort Note - 

### The)/,/button is available onlyduring the final leg of the landing when the aircraft is more than 15m (49ft) above ground. Make sure you consider the obstacle clearances for theAbortmanoeuvre before you tap V. For more information, see Obstacle clearances for landing, page35. Use the 

### V button to abortthe landing. When you tap 

### V, the unmanned aircraft climbs to 75 m (246ft) in the direction ofthe landing heading and then turns to the landing entry pointto startthe landing circuit again. To land you musttap

# 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 orseriously injured • theaircraft sustains damage orstructural failure • the aircraft is missing orcompletely inaccessible Note 

### -A landing on the intendedlanding site thatcauses damage to the aircraft due to the landing surface cannot be seen as a crash.

1. Ifa crash occurs which causes injuries ordeath, you must: a. Contacttheemergency services. b. Help where necessary, without risking yourown life. c. Makea perimeter around the accident. Make sure no evidence disappears. d. Notifyyourcivil aviation authority (CM). 2. Ifa crash occurs which causes damage to anotherobject: a. Contactthe emergency services when necessary (for example, 

### ifgas, electricity, orwater supplies are affected).

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b. Contactthe owners ofthe objectthat is hit. c. Notifyyour civil aviation authority. 3. Take pictures ofthe crash site. Download the data files from the GCS and send all data and pictures to yourTrimble distributor. 

# Landing the UXS
CAUTION -It is your responsibility to ensure the safetyofthe 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 outfor other aerial objects.

- Ensure obstacle clearance.

- Lo.:ate the unmanned airuaft on the Tablet screen.
WARNWG- Make sure there are no people or obstacles near the 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 atcruise heightto the entry pointwhich 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 thedirection specified in theAerial Imaging 

### software, until you 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 itstarts thefinal leg ofthe landing.

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### The image below shows 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 notable tovisually locate it, you can track it using thetracking system receiver.

1. On the receiver, press and hold the 

### On/Off key forthreeseconds 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 thegain as much as possible using the 

### Increase key. 6. To pick upthefirst 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 trackfrom an elevation. Always hold the receiver in front ofyou sothatthe receiver can distinguish between incoming signals from thefront and the back.

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### Each received signal pulse and its strength are shown on thetransmitter bar/received signal strength indicator and 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 until the received signal strength is halfthetransmitter bar and then repeatthe scan. 8. Followthe determined direction. Repeat the scan at intervals toverify the direction you need to head in to locate the UXS. 

### Note - If you experience difficulties finding the rover following one direction, trydoing thescan from a different location andlocating the cross-section between the newandpreviously found direction. For more information on using thetracker system, refer to the user documentation forthe trackertransmitterand receiver. 

# Completing the post-flight checklist**~**

1. Afterthe UXS has successfully landed, tap 

## 0. 2. A message warns thatthe UXS should be on the ground. Do one ofthefollowing:
• Ifthe UXS is 

### noton the ground, tap 

# X. You will return to theflight monitoring screen. • lfthe UXS is on theground, 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 downloading the log files from the eBox to theTablet. 

### Note -If there is an issue with the cable connection, thepostJiight checklist returns to theprevious screen. Detach andthen reattach the cable andthen click). 5. When prompted, disconnectthe download cable and then reattach the download port cap to theeBox. 6. When prompted, remove the camera from the unmanned aircraft. Trimble recommends deleting thetest images taken on the ground from the SD card. Verify that the numberof images taken during the flight are equal to the amount ofshutter commands recorded in the flight log. Ifyou have not deleted thetest images from the SD card, therewill be a mismatch between the number ofimages and the numberofshutter commands and you will need to correct this. For more information, see Exporting flight data for processing, page 94. 

### Note- If you have images from more than one flight on the camera, you mayneedto remove theSD card from the camera, insert it into the Tablet, andthen use Windows Explorer to navigate to the

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### correct folder on the 50 cardto view the numberof images takenfor theflight. To do this you will needa USB to

### 50 card reader or

### an externalstorage device. Formore information, see Locating yourequipment, page60. 7. Tap 

### Finish to close the post-flight checkiist and return to the

### Mission Planning screen. 

# Disassembling the launcher For safe disassembly ofthe launcher, referto the 

### Trimble UXS Launcher QuickStart Guide.

1. Ifyou have notyet released thetension on the launcher cord, then do so now. To release the tension, 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. 

# I

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 butthe end remains out. Remove the crank. 4. Slide the launch dock offthefront ofthe launch slide. 5. To detach the V-support, turn the knob upward and then slide the pins out ofthe holes in the launch slide. Remove the lock pin on theV-support to fold the legs and then reinsertthe lock pin. 

# & CAUTION- Take care when folding the V-support legs nottojam or cut fingers. 

### 6. Open the handle fixes on the launch slide and fold the launch slide. 7. Return thefollowing items to the launcher bag: • safety pin • launch dock with lock pin

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• 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 projectto theAerial Imaging Desktop software • Exporting flight data for processing 

## CHAPTER 

# 5

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# Transferring the images Note -If you already transferred the images from the camera to an externalstorage device in thefield, then transfer the images from thatdevice toa location on the computer running theAerialImaging Desktopsoftware, or to a networklocation. Ifyou have not already transferred the images from the camera:



### 1. When you return to the office, removethe SD card from the camera. 2. Insert the SD card into an office computerand then transferthe images from the SD card to a location on the computerora network location. 3. Delete the images from the SD card. 4. Replace the SD card in thecamera. 

### Note- Because the camera has no electronic communication with the external/ens, the image properties (exifdata) show a 0 valuefor theproperties linked to the lens. These propertiesare: F-stop, focal length andmax. aperture. 

# Returning the project to the Aerial Imaging Desktop software Although you can use theAerial Imaging software on theTrimble Tablet to analyze and export the flight data for processing, itwill typically be done in the office using theAerial Imaging Desktop software. To be able to dothis you mustexportthe projectfrom the Aerial Imaging software on the Tablet and import itto the Aerial Imaging Desktop software. To exportthe project from theAerial Imaging software on theTablet:

1. In the 

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

# ~ .... The Export wizard appears. 3. Select the GWT format. Click 

### Next. 4. Navigate to thefolder where you want to save the project. IftheTablet cannot access a network folder, then insert a USB stick and then navigateto a folder on the USB stick. 5. Enter thefile name and then click 

### Save. The exported project is saved as a .gwtfile in the folder you selected. 6. Click 

### Finish to close the Export wizard. To importthe projectto theAerial Imaging Desktop software:

1. Startthe Aerial Imaging Desktop software. 2. In 

### theAeriallmaging Home screen or 

### Projects screen,

# tap~.

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3. Navigate to the location ofthe .gwtfile, select itand then tap 

### Open. The project you 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 copied the images to the Tablet. 1. In the Projects screen, select the project to exportflight data from. 2. Click

## ~ ...The Exportwizard appears. 3. Select theformatto 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 the folder where you have stored the images forthat flight. The summary atthe bottom ofthewindowshows you the number ofcamera triggers in the flight log file and the number ofimages in the selected image folder. Ifthese numbers do not correspond, you have the option to correct it using theAerial Imaging software. For each scan line thesoftware matches the shuttercommands with the number of images. 

### Note- 

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

### -If there are more than three images missing ormore than three additional images (excluding test images or images from another flight), Trimble recommendsperforming theflight again. Ifthere are:

• Too many images, the automaticcorrection will deletetest 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 atthe end ofthe scan line, regardless ofwhere in thescan line the extra images occurred. • Not enough images, where scan lines have more shutter commands than images, the extra shuttercommands are dropped atthe end ofthe scan line, regardless ofwhere in the scan line the extra shuttercommands occurred. 

### Note - 

### Ifthe missing imagesare notdue toobvious reasons such as a depletedcamerabattery duringflight, an SD cardwith incorrectspecifications (see Locating yourequipment, page 60), orincorrect camerasettings, contactyour Trimble distributor. A message appears, showing thecorrection results. 6. Click Next. 7. Enter afile nameforthe exported flight data and then click 

### Save.

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### By defaultthe exported file is stored in thesame folderas the images fortheflight. 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, beforeARM Pre-flight, after

### ARM

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 soft\Nare. lfthatdoes notwork, 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. !fthe landing location is nottoo far from the location ofthe UXS 

### and the battery level is nottoo low, tap the

# GJ button. Otherwise, tap thee8}button.

You will not be ableto ARM the UXS.



### 1. Press the Mode button once (one flash) to restart the eBox. 2. 

### Redo thechecklist. 1. Disarm the UXS 

### via software. Ifthat does notwork, 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 SO.

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# Communication loss

Pre-flight, beforeARM

Pre-fiight, afterARM

In-flight 

# Camera errors

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

# eBox errors You will not be able to ARM the UXS. 

### 1. Press the Mode button once (oneflash) to restartthe eBox. 2. Redo the checklist. 1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthat does notwork, disarm the UXS by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 

### 2. Press the Mode button once (oneflash) to restartthe eBox. 

### 3. Redo the checklist. The automaticfailsafe mechanism is activated. See 

### Fai!safes during 

### flight, page 80.



### 1. Abortthe checklist. 2. Disconnectthe 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 erroroccurs. For more information, see:

• Taking action when an Autopilot erroroccurs, page 102 • Taking action when an eBox error

### occurs, page 102

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

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 ayaw gyro sensor hardware problem. 16 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 

### 17 There is an invalid command in theflight plan. 18 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 19 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 20 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 

### 21 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 22 There is a gyro sensor hardware problem. 23 There is an accelerometersensor hardware problem. 25 The aircraft has flown past the 300 km limit. 

### 26 The flight plan contains awaypointthat is outside ofthegeofence; orthe aircraft has flown outside ofthegeofence. 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 awaypointthatexceeds the maximum allowed distance from the takeoff location. 47 The aircraft is close to the 300 km limit. 49 There is an autopilot configuration problem. SO There is an autopilot configuration problem. 51 There is an autopilotconfiguration 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 ls 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 autopllot 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 ls 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 multipleerrors. 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 hardvJare problem. 81 There is an invalid command in theflight plan. 84 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 85 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 86 The aircraft is above the maximum altitude limit. 87 There is an autopilot configuration problem. 88 The flight plan contains a waypointthat is abovethe maximum allowed altitudefrom thetakeofflocation. 89 The flight plan contains a waypointthat 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 ayawgyro sensor hardware problem. 93 There is an accelerometer sensor hardware problem. 94 There is an accelerometersensor hardware problem. 95 There is an accelerometersensor 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 (oneflash) to restart theeBox. 

### 2. Redo the checklist. 1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthat does notwork, 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 nottoo far from the location ofthe UXS and the battery level is nottoo low,, tap the®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, afterARM

In-flight 

# Landing issues You will not be able to ARM the UXS. 1_ 

### Press the Mode button once (oneflash) to restart the eBox_ 2. Redo the checklist. 1. Disarm the UXS via software. Ifthatdoes notwork, disarm the UXS by pressing the Mode button once (one flash) taking care to avoid the propellers. 2. Disconnect and then reconnectthe 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 motordamage. To manually power offthe UXS, tap the

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®button in theAerial Imaging software. Ifthat does notwork, press and hold the Mode button on the eBox untilthe LED flashes 

### three times. 

# J\ 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 IftheAerial Imaging software on the GCS freezes orcrashes when the UXS is in the air, see Aerial Imaging softwarefreezes or crashes, page 

### 1. Ifthe software crashes, a crash dumpfile is automatically created. You are prompted to select the crash dump location and you can then send thefile toTrimbleTechnical Support.

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



# •

•••

•• 

# •



# • 

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

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

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

## Sony a5100 camera Menu settings 

# llf!J 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 Camp. 

### ±0.0 Red Eye Reduction Off Focus Area Center 

### AF Illuminator 

### Off 4 Exposure Comp. 

### ±0.0 ISO ISO AUTO

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### 5 Metering Mode Multi White Balance Auto DRO/Auto-HDR D-Range Opt. -AUTO Creative Style Standard 

### Picture Effect 

### Off 6 Focus Magnifier High ISO NR Normal Smile/Face Detect. Off 

### 7 Soft Skin Effect Off Color Space sRGB 

### 8 Video Auto Slow Shutter Off Audio Recording Off Wind Noise Reduct. Off Shooting Tip 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 MarkerSettings 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 MicroAdj. AF Adjustment Set. Off


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

# .!'\ Wireless

Airplane Mode 

# c• 110 Application Off Off Off Change all items to "Not set" 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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# ...

... Setup

1 Monitor Brightness Audio Signals Tile Menu Delete Confirm. 

### 2 Power Save StartTime PAS/NTSC Selector Touch Operation HDMI Settings HDMI Resolution HDMIInfo. Display CTRL FOR 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 30mins


### Off
Auto Off Off Auto Multi English Set the correct date and timeforyour location and the format used byyour organization. Set the correct area foryour location.

Series Dateform

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# Sony NEX-5 camera lens settings

Aperture ring Focus ring



## Menu settings Shoot Mode

Shoot Mode


### Camera

Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MFSelect Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Touch Shutter ObjectTracking 

## I Tracking Focus Zoom Face Detection Face Registration 

### f/4.5 3+m Note- This is

### setand

### calibratedbythemanufacturerandmust 

### notchange. Foryourreference, thisposition corresponds with the whitedotappearing 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 Shooting Tip List LCD Display DISP Button



### Image Size

Image Size Aspect Ratio Quality Movie File Format
Movie Record Setting 

### Brightness/Color Display All!nfc Enable the following:

• Display Aliinfo • Big Font Size Disp • Histogram

L:16M 

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

Exposure Compensation 

### ±0.0

ISO White Balance Forthe NIR camera: 

### + 1.0with the UV HAZE (orange) filter 

### +2.0with the Nl R(black) filter Auto AutoWB Forthe NIR camera, use custom brightness/colorsettings. See

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Metering Mode ORO/Auto HDR Picture Effect Creative Sty!e 

### Playback Setting brightness/colorsettings forthe NIR camera , page 57 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 

### Shootingsettings

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 MF Assistnme 2Sec 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

NEXSR:Top NEX ST: Previous

Off

Off 

### Off English Set the correct dateand timeforyour location and the format used by your organization. Set the correct area foryour 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 thesensor.) (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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### Networksettings

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

## I SSI D/PW Reset

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

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

• LiPo manual • C:S.OA 6000mAh 

# & WARNING -Always check thatthe 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. Ifthesettings are incorrect, correctthem using thesteps below:

1. To change the battery type, press and hold the 

### Prog/Mode key fortwo seconds. Repeat the button press untilthecharger screen shows "LiPo manual" or "Lilo 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 setto "LiPo". 4. To change thevoltage per cell, press the 

### Enter/Start key and then press the 

### DEC or INC key untilthe voltage is setto "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 itshows "5.0". 7. To change the battery capacity, press the 

### Enter/Start key and then press the 

### DEC or INC key untilthe battery capacity is set to "6000mAh". Your charger is nowset and should show:

• LiPo manual • C:S.OA 6000mAh 

# UXS battery safety The following information has been provided bythe manufacturerofthe UXS battery. You should familiarize yourselfwith the information in this section so that you know howto look afterthe battery and can takefast, appropriatesafety action if required. This section contains thefollowing:

• Hazards identification, page 120 

### • Firstaid measures, page 122 • Fire fighting measures, page 122 

### • Accidentai release measures, page 123 • Handling and storage, page 123 • Exposure controls and personal protection, page 125

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• Physical and chemical properties, page 125 • Stability and reactivity, page 125 

### • Toxicological information, page 126 • Disposal considerations, page 126 

### • Transportation information, page 125 

# Hazards identification Emergency overview

• Do not open or disassemble. • Do not expose to fire oropen flame. • Do not mixwith 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 orelectrically 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 ofuse, thesolid electrode materials and liquid electrolyte they contain are non-reactive provided the battery integrity is maintained and seals remain intact. Risk ofexposure is only in case ofabuse (mechanical, thermal, electrical) leading to the activation of safety valves and/orthe rupture ofthe battery containers. Electrolyte leakage, electrode materials reaction with moisture/water or batteryvent/explosion/fire may follow, depending upon the circumstances. (2) Chemical: Classification ofdangerous substances contained intothe product as perdirective 67/548/EEC:

473894-38-1 UCoO >1000 

### ·c 2 N/A 0.1mg/m3 R22 52 522 182442-95-1 UMnNiCo02 as Co R43 S24 526 l.Omg/m3 S36

as Ni

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OSHA EC: 96-49-1 Organic EC: 38 "C (100 "F) EC: 243 

## ·c None Flammable R21 52524 EMC: solvents (EC- EMC: 4 "C (39 "F) (469 •F) established R22 526 535 623-53-0 EMC) EMC: OSHA R41 537 545 90.C(194 R42/43 •F) 21324-40-3 LIPF6 N/ A (decomposes at N/A None Irritant R14 52 58 522 160 DC (320 OF)) established Corrosive iUl . 524526 OSHA R22 536 537 R41 545 R43 

### (1)- Nature ofspecial risks:

R14 Reacts with water R21 Harmful in contact with skin R22 Harmful 

### ifswallowed R41 Risk ofserious damage to the eye R42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact (2)- Safety advice: S2 Keep out ofreach from children 

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

Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1217 Specifications and Settings 

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

### In all cases wherefirst aid is applied, seek medicalattention. 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 ofwaterand soap for at least 15 minutes. • Do not apply greases orointments. Ingestion

• Dilute by giving plenty ofwater and get immediate medical attention. • Make sure thatthe victim does not aspiratevomited material by use ofpositional drainage. • Make sure that mucus does not obstructthe airway. • Do notgive 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 ordecomposed and combustible electrolyte fumes in case ofexposure above 70

# ·c (158 "F) resulting from inappropriate use orthe environment. Cells or batteries may flame or leak potentially hazardous organic vapors ifexposed to excessive heat orfire. Fire, excessive heat, or overvoltage conditions may produce hazardous decomposition products. Damaged oropened cells or batteries can result in rapid heating and the release offlammable vapors. Vapors may be heavierthan air and maytravel along the ground or be moved by ventilation to an ignition source and flash back Fire, excessive heat, orovervoltage conditions may produce hazardous decomposition products.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1227 Specifications and Settings


### Use a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus ifbatteries 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:

Notto be used: 

### Special exposure hazards 

## co2 Dry chemical orfoam extinguishers TypeD extinguishers
Following cell overheating dueto external source ordueto 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/respiratorytract. 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 orspilled 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.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1237 Specifications and Settings 

### Handling Batteries are designed to be recharged. However, improperly charging a cell or battery may cause the cell or battery to flame. Use only approved chargers and procedures. Never disassemble a battery or bypass any safety device. Do not crush, pierce, short(+) and(-) battery terminals with conductive (i.e. metal) goods. Do not directly heat orsolder. Do notthrow intofire. 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 little temperature change. Elevated temperatures can result in reduced battery service life. Battery exposure to temperatures in excess of130

## •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 structure with sufficient clearance between walls and battery stacks. Do notstore batteries in a mannerthat allows terminals to shortcircuit. 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 maycause cell to flame orto leak. Do not place batteries near heating equipment, norexpose to direct sunlightfor long periods. 

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

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1247 Specifications and Settings 

# 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. 

### Not necessary undernormaluse. Use gloves ifhandling a leaking or ruptured battery. 

### Not necessary undernormaluse. Wearsafety goggles orglasses with side shields if handling a leaking or ruptured battery. 

### Not necessary undernormaluse. Use rubber protectiveworking in case ofhandling ofa ruptured battery. 

# Physical and chemical properties Temperature range:

In storage During discharge During charge +30

# oc (86

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

# oc (-4to +140 °F) 0 to +45

# oc (+32 to 113 oF) 

# Stability and reactivity Conditions to avoid Heat above 60

## •c (140 "F) or incineration. Deform, mutilate, crush, pierce, disassemble Short circuit Prolonged exposure to humid conditions. 

### Materials to avoid N/A -20 to +60

# oc (-4 to +140 "F) -20 to +60

# oc (-4to +140 oF) 

## oto +45

## •c (+32 to 113 "F)

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1257 Specifications and Settings 

### Hazardous decomposition products Fire, excessive heat, orover voltage conditions may produce hazardous decomposition products. 

# Toxicological information

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

### 6. Mutagenicity: No information is available at this time. 

# DisposaI considerations Dispose in accordance with applicable regulations which vary from country to country. (In most countries, thetrashing 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 ororganized on avoluntary basis by professionals). Batteries should be completely discharged priorto disposal and 

## I ortheterminals taped orcapped 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 of large quantities oflithium-len batteries or cells may be subjectto Federal, State, or Local regulations. Consultyour local, state and provincial regulations regarding disposal ofthese batteries. 

# Transportation information United Nations UN No.: 3480 Classification: No Individual lithium-polymercells and battery packs with respectively not morethan 20Wh (Cell) and lOOWh (Battery) ofwatt-hours are 

### not restricted for transport. (5.0Ah ofNominal Capacity: 5.0Ah x3.7V= 18.5Wh) 

### Packing Packing Instructions 965 forAir Transport
Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1267 Specifications and Settings IMDG forSea Transport 

### International conventions Air lATA Yes Sea IMDGYes 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 batteryto battery contact; and 3. Release ofcontents.

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 1277 Specifications and Settings 

### Special shipping information This battery has been tested to Section 38.3 of'UN Manual ofTests and Criteria'. The amountof 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:



### LITHIUM ION 

### or LITHIUM POlYMER RECHARGEABLE BATIERIES INStOE tNo Lithium Metall The**pock~** rontams lithium ioo 0!' pot;merceil 0!' battenes. The package must be handled 'With care and

t"mt aflammability na:ard eJ:JSts iftne package is damage. Special procedures shooold be followed 

### 1n the e•'efltofthe package is damaged. Toindude !nspecoon and repacking, ifnecessary. For emel'genty informat!Ofl. calf CHEMTREC.**1-703..5:'7-~87** [lnternatkma!j 1-800-424-9300

### !U S.A

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### APPENDIX 

# A

Country-Specific Regulatory Information

• FAA conditions and limitations of operation • French airspace requirements

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 129A Country-Specific Regulatory Information 

# FAA conditions and limitations of operation The United States ofAmerica Department ofTransportation Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) has granted Exemption No. 11110for operation ofTrimble unmanned aviation systems forthe purpose 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 

### ofthis exemption. The conditions and limitations ofthis grant ofexemption are as follows:

1. Operations authorized by this grant ofexemption are limited to the following aircraft described in the operator's manual which is a fixed-wing aircraft weighing less than 6 pounds: Trimble Navigation Limited UXS UAS. Proposed operations ofany other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this grant. 2. The UA may not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 74.5 knots. 3. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no 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 feetAGL. 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). TheVO 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 herdesignation forthe duration oftheflight. The PIC mustensure thatthe VO can perform the functions prescribed in the operator's manual. 6. Provided the additional requirements identified in these conditions and limitations are added or amended, the operator's manual is considered acceptable to the FAA. The operator's manual and this grant ofexemption must be maintained and made available to the Administrator upon request. Ifa discrepancy exists between the conditions and limitations in this exemption and the procedures outlined in the operator's manual, theconditions and limitations herein take precedence and must be followed. Otherwise, theoperator 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 theAdministrator upon request. The operator must also present updated and revised documents ifit petitions for an extension oramendment 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 amendment to its exemption. The FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) may be contacted ifquestions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operator's manual. 7. Priorto each flight the PIC must inspectthe UAS to ensure it is in a condition for safe flight. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects thesafe operation ofthe UAS, the aircraft is

Trimble UXS Aerial Imaging Solution User Guide 130A Country-Specific Regulatorv Information prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the UAS is found to be in a condition forsafe 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 testflight must make an entry in the UAS aircraft records oftheflight. The requirements and procedures for afunctional test flight and aircraft record entry must be added to the operator's manual. 9. The preflight inspection section in theoperator's manual must be amended to include the following requirement: The preflight inspection must account for all discrepancies, i.e. inoperable components, items, orequipment, notcovered 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 toflight critical components that may not be addressed in the manufacturer's manuals. 11. Trimble must carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping requirements in accordance with the operator's manual. Maintenance, inspection, and alterations must be noted in the aircraft logbook, including total flight hours, description ofwork accomplished, and the signature oftheauthorized 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 manufacturer System and Safety Bulletins. 14. Trimble UX5 maintenance personnel must make a record entry in the UAS logbook or equivalent document ofthe corrective action taken against discrepancies discovered between inspections. 15. The PIC must possess at least a private pilotcertificate and athird-class airman medical certificate. The PIC must also meettheflight review requirements specified in 14CFR 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate. 16. Priorto operatingfor hire, the PIC must have completed Trimble's five-day UXS Training Syllabus as outlined in the Safety Checklist. The Training Manual mustalso be updated to reflect thespecific five day Training Syllabus presented by Trimble. The Training Manual specifies the minimum flight and skill requirements forthe Remote Pilot, Instructor Pilot and Examiner. Those Manuals and records ofthose requirements must be documented and made available upon request bytheAdministrator. Those minimum flight requirements are repeated here as conditions and limitations: Remote pilot [PIC]

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

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• When failed:Minimum 4flights on the UXS 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 nearthe maximum permissible endurance (40 min for operations conducted underthis exemption) or have a minimum duration of 45 min for previously logged flights orflights not conducted underthis exemption (per theTrimble operation's manual). • One flight with a minimum measured wind speed of30 kph (18.64mph). Ifthewind speed cannot be measured, you can provide prooffrom METAR as close as 25km from theweather 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 heightwhere: • 2flights are atthe minimum height • 2flights are atthe maximum allowable height Examiner

• 100flights and 20 hours (regardless ofaircrafttype) oras approved by ateam of examiners. Prior documented flight experiencethatwas obtained in compliance with applicable regulations may satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, and experience-building flights can also be conducted underthis grantofexemption to accomplish the required flights and flighttime. 17. Ifthe UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA must return to a predetermined location within the private orcontrolled-access property and land or be recovered in accordance with the operator's manual. 18. The PIC must aborttheflight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies in accordancewith the operator's manual. 19. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a UXS flight unless (considering wind and forecastweather conditions) there is enough powerto fly to thefirst point ofintended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly afterthatfor at least 10 minutes. 20. The operator must obtain an AirTraffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate ofWaiver or Authorization (COA) priorto conducting any operations underthis grant ofexemption. This COAwill also require the operatorto request a Notice to Airman (NOTAM) not 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 part47, and have identification (N-Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part45, 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) orother appropriate government oversight agency requirements. 23. The documents required under 14 CFR 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the PIC atthe Ground Control Station ofthe UAS any timethe aircraft is operating. These documents must be made available to theAdministrator orany lawenforcement 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 beoperated bythe PIC from any moving device orvehicle. 26. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14CFR 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 below or less than 2,000 feet horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC. 29. During operations in Class Gairspace, the UA may not operatewithin 5 nautical miles ofthe geographic center ofan airport as denoted on a current FAA-published aeronautical chart unless a letter ofagreement with thatairport's management is obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a NOT AM as required bythe operator's COA. The letterof agreement with the airport management must be made available to theAdministrator upon request. 30. The UA may not be operated over congested ordensely populated areas. These areas include butare not limited to theyellowareas 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 500feetfrom 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 closerthan 500 feetfrom 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 bythe 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/controllerorauthorized representative. Permission from land owner/controlleror authorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted. 35. Any incident, accident, orflight operation that transgresses the lateral orvertical boundaries of the operational area as defined bytheapplicable 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 mustcomply with all applicable parts ofTitle 14, Code ofRegulations (14 CFR) including, but not limited to, parts 45, 47, 61, and 91.

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# French airspace requirements For operations in French airspace according to 52+, Trimble recommends a protection zone additional to theTrimble UX5 operation zone within any radius, regardless ofthewind direction and wind speed. Forthefollowing diagram: 

### x= cruise height 

### y =radius ofoperation zone (maximum 1000 m) 

## z =width ofprotection zone


### 11\--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 

# i i 

### lH 

### } 

# ....**~~~·**__ .:.;__R

# _-----L,lfy~_/11 II



### 100 m (328ft) 150m (492ft) 200m (656ft) 200m (656ft) 250 m (820ft) 300 m (984ft) 

# •

..

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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 atype of unmanned aircraft specifically designed for aerial photogrammetry. An aerial photo station is created each time an aerial photo is taken during aflight. Itdefines a point and includes rawsensor values (orientation and tilt), coordinate data, and an image. A manual containing thorough details ofregulations, procedures and other information pertinentto flying aircraft in the particular country to which it relates. It is usually issued by oron behalfofthe respective civil aviation administration. See aeronautical information publication. Avoidance zones are used in the mission map to indicate areas thatthe unmanned aircraft must notfly 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 oneor 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 oftheaircraftthrough the earth's atmosphere. The main part ofthe flight records aerial photo station images ofone or more blocks. Oneflight can stretch over multiple blocks, depending on the area parameters. A set of parameters that defines the properflight path the unmanned aircraft mustfollow during a single flight. Parameters includethedesired altitude ofthe side image overlap. A mission can include oneor 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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### georeference

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 20 or3D space. Georeferencing is used, for example, to position an aerial photograph accurately in relation to otherobjects in a project. A phototaken from a ground- 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 the ground. Itcomprises theTrimble Tablet running theTrimble Aerial Imaging software. A modem is connected to theTabletto 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 theAerial Imaging software, the ground sample distance (GSD) is the distance on the ground represented by each pixel. The GSD and the height at which the aircraft flies are linked. The higherthe unmanned aircraft flies, the larger the distance on the ground represented by each pixel in the images acquired during theflight. See ground sample distance. Awind that blows from the direction thatthe aircraft is flying toward. The heightabovetheground that the unmanned aircraft flies. The rover does not begin taking photographs until it reaches the heightspecified for theflight. InternationaIAir TransportAssociation International Civil Aviation Authority The process ofreleasing 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 a safe way to launch the unmanned aircraft in thedirection oftakeoff. A routine aviation weather report issued at hourly or half-hourly intervals. It is a description ofthe meteorological elements observed atan airport at a specific time.

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### mission

mission area 

### NOTAM

photogrammetry pitot tube
remote pilot station remotely-piloted remotely-piloted aircraft remotely-piloted 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) thatare intended to be processed as a single unit and used for surveying purposes. A mission can include one or more blocks that cover a single polygonal area to beflown overat 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 noticefiled with an aviation authorityto alert aircraft pilots ofpotential hazards along aflight route or at a location that could affect the safety of the flight. The term NOT AM is commonly used rather than the more formal term Noticeto Airmen. The use ofphotography in surveying and mapping to make measurements between objects. The sensor used bythe aircraft to detect airspeed. It must be kept clean and free ofobstructions to operate correctly. The station atwhich the remote pilot manages theflight ofan unmanned aircraft. Control ofan aircraftfrom a pilot station which is not on board the aircraft. An aircraft where theflying pilot is not on board the aircraft. This is a subcategory of unmanned aircraft. Aset ofconfigurable elements consisting ofa remotely-piloted aircraft, its associated remote pilotstation(s), the required command and control links and any other system elements as may be required at any point duringflight operation. See remotely-piloted aircraft. A remote crew memberwho, byvisual observation ofthe remotelypiloted aircraft, assists the remote pilot in the safe conduct ofthe flight. 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 terminalaerodromeforecast. A wind that blows from the opposite direction to the 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. Aterminal aerodromeforecast (TAF) is a concise statement ofthe expected meteorological conditions at an airport during a specified period (usually 24 or30 hours). A point in a digital image oraerial photograph that represents thesame location in an adjacent image oraerial photograph. Tie points are used to correctly orient aerial photo stationsto each otherand reference them to the ground based on autonomous GNSS positions recorded when the photo images are taken. Thetracker consists ofa transmitter inserted in the body ofthe unmanned aircraft and a receiver. Ifrequired, the receiver is used to track thetransmitter 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 operatewith 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 oftheAerial 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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