This discounted bundle has everything you'll need to use 1 or 2 Survey3 multispectral cameras with the DJI Matrice 4E/4T drone. No DJI Matrice 4 drone is included, supply your own. The integrated DJI Matrice 4 RTK is compatible while using our mount.
The mount allows you to easily attach either 1 or 2 Survey3 cameras at a time without requiring any tools. Each camera can be easily rotated to adjust the tilt angle, keeping the cameras parallel (nadir) with the ground during forward flight.
The camera's GNSS (GPS) is mounted on the top of the drone, and will include 1-2 DAQ-A camera cables (or 1-2 Advanced V2 GNSS cables) when you purchase this bundle. We highly recommend the DAQ-A-SD light sensor, which contains a GNSS for the best results.
Simply choose the model of the camera(s), DAQ (or GNSS) and the camera memory card capacities to complete your package.
Included in a single (1) DJI Matrice 4 Survey3 camera bundle:
Step 1: Place the o-ring into the groove on the camera frame:
Step 2: Insert the bolt into the camera frame as shown:
Step 3: Thread the bolt into the nut that is in the saddle. Tighten using the included allen key:
Step 4: Install the camera(s) (with internal battery) by sliding it into the camera frame. Use the included black plastic camera bolt in the camera's tripod mounting hole to secure camera to mount.
Step 5: Connect the cables to the cameras. Then route / zig-zag the cable through the camera frame tabs.
Step 5: Install the DAQ-A-SD into the DAQ holder and screw it on (screwdriver not included):
Step 6: Slip the saddle around the drone. Insert the velcro strap as shown. Make sure it's orientated with the bottom cut-out notch as shown below:
Step 7: Feed the camera cables under the velcro strap. Connect the cables to the DAQ-A-SD rear ports. Secure the top velcro strap tightly. Try and slide the mount around and retighten the velcro strap until it barely moves.
Step 8: This mount can carry up to two Survey3 cameras, with one camera flipped over. The mount has notches representing 10 degrees of rotation per notch. Rotate the cameras such that when the drone is flying forward the camera is as parallel with the ground as possible (adjust angle based on expected flight speed tilt). A flight speed of 8 m/s would require about a 15 degree tilt. 15 degrees would be between the 1st and 2nd notches as shown below:
Your mount is now ready to use.
We recommend usinglens protectorson the Survey3 cameras to protect the lenses from debris during take-off and landing. You can also look into purchasing leg extenders to raise the height of the drone (not available from MAPIR).