November 2020
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Recommendations for Installation
The RedEdge-MX should be installed such that it has a clear view of the area directly below the
aircraft. The “cone” of the lenses, which has the widest field of view (47.2 degrees horizontal,
35.4 degrees vertical), should be considered in the process of deciding where to mount the
sensor on the aircraft or payload bay.
The multispectral sensors feature a global shutter and can withstand some vibration without
degrading image quality; nevertheless, we recommend vibration isolation between the sensor
mounting platform and the aircraft.
Make sure the sensor points straight down (with respect to the earth) at all times during flight.
The best way to ensure this is to use a gimbal.
Normally, the sensor should be in landscape orientation. If you plan to mount the sensor in a
portrait orientation, remember to swap the vertical and horizontal parameters in your mission
planner.
Ensure that the sensor is completely protected during landing. Note that we do not
recommend using a lens cover during flight as it can filter the wavelengths that the sensor
measures. Instead, protect the sensor with a recessed installation or by using landing gear.
Use the provided lens cover when storing your camera, and do not set the RedEdge-MX
lens-side-down as it will rest on and scratch the lenses.
More integration guidelines for the DLS 2 are in the DLS 2 section of this guide.
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