MicaSense DLS 2 Integration Manual

MicaSense DLS 2 Integration Manual

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DLS 2 Integration Guide
Rev 03
 
 
Downwelling Light Sensor 2 (DLS 2)  
Integration Guide 
 
 
Revision 03, Jan 2020 
 
Seattle, WA  
 
© 2020 MicaSense, Inc.
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  • Page 1 DLS 2 Integration Guide Rev 03     Downwelling Light Sensor 2 (DLS 2)   Integration Guide      Revision 03, Jan 2020    Seattle, WA     © 2020 MicaSense, Inc. Page 1 of 17 ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Magnetic Heading Check 1​ 1   Magnetic Interference Check 1​ 3   Basic​ Integrations 1​ 4   Standalone Integration Using RedEdge-MX and DLS 2 14  Example RedEdge-MX + DLS 2 Integration 15  Standalone Integration Using Altum and DLS 2 1​ 6  ...
  • Page 3: Overview And Scope

    MicaSense sensor (RedEdge 3, RedEdge-M, RedEdge-MX, and Altum).  During a mission, the DLS 2 measures the ambient light and sun angle for each of the five  bands of the camera and records this information in the metadata of the TIFF images ...
  • Page 4: Measurements And Attachment Points

    DLS 2 Integration Guide Rev 03     Measurements and Attachment Points    BOTTOM    Height  14.03 mm  Width  46.00 mm  Length  63.50 mm  Weight  49 g  © 2020 MicaSense, Inc. Page 4 of 17 ...
  • Page 5: Dls 2 Connectors And Buttons

    SIDE    DLS 2 Connectors and Buttons  The sensor kit includes all required interface cables to connect to the DLS 2.     The LED camera status indicator mimics the LED signals on the MicaSense sensor. The signal  types are outlined in the Sensor Firmware Guide. The camera trigger button will command a ...
  • Page 6: Dls 2 Installation Guidelines

      DLS 2 Installation Guidelines  The DLS 2 should always be the highest object on the aircraft in order to avoid shadows or  reflections. It contains an integral GPS sensor that may be utilized for geotagging of the  MicaSense sensor imagery if system GPS signals are not provided to the sensor by other ...
  • Page 7: Fixed-Wing

    DLS 2 light sensor as this may interfere with incoming light values.   Multirotor  Install the DLS 2 on a rigid post such that it is the highest object on the aircraft, with a  minimum of 5 cm above the rotor plane. ...
  • Page 8 DLS 2 module.     Ensure that the DLS 2 is connected to the Sensor using the provided cables. Additionally,  your DLS 2 module should be rigidly mounted to your aircraft frame. ...
  • Page 9 DLS 2 Integration Guide Rev 03   NOTE  Before beginning the calibration routine, position yourself and the drone away  from large metal objects such as cars and buildings. Also avoid paved areas, which  may have metal rods inside the cement. An open field is preferred to avoid ...
  • Page 10 The drone and DLS 2 module should also be kept level to the plane they are  on in each position. The on-screen rotation guide will show you when you have successfully ...
  • Page 11: Magnetic Heading Check

    DLS 2 Integration Guide Rev 03       NOTE  If you are using a Serial or HTTP connection to supply GPS and attitude information  to the sensor, you do not need to perform the magnetometer calibration described  above.    ...
  • Page 12 DLS 2 Integration Guide Rev 03       Additionally, you will want to perform a magnetic interference test to verify that your drone  will not affect the heading readings during flight.    © 2020 MicaSense, Inc. Page 12 of 17 ...
  • Page 13: Magnetic Interference Check

    Electromagnetic interference during the operation of your drone can cause errors  in the magnetic heading readings. This can cause the irradiance data generated by  the DLS 2 to be not usable during processing.  © 2020 MicaSense, Inc. Page 13 of 17 ...
  • Page 14: Basic Integrations

    Rev 03   Basic Integrations   MicaSense sensors are designed for integration into a variety of platforms. Below are some  common integration configurations.  1. Standalone Integration Using RedEdge-MX and DLS 2    The standalone integration option requires only that power is provided to the RedEdge-MX ...
  • Page 15: Example Rededge-Mx + Dls 2 Integration

    DLS 2 Integration Guide Rev 03   Example RedEdge-MX + DLS 2 Integration                  © 2020 MicaSense, Inc. Page 15 of 17 ...
  • Page 16: Standalone Integration Using Altum And Dls

    The standalone integration option requires only that power is provided to the Altum system.  Triggering is configured via the WiFi interface to either “Overlap” or “Timer” mode. GPS  information is provided by the integrated GPS receiver within the DLS 2.   ...
  • Page 17: Example Altum + Dls 2 Integration

      ● The contents of this guide are subject to change without notice  ● MicaSense, Inc. assumes no liability for incidental or consequential damages  arising from the use of this product, and any claims by a third party.  ● Copying of the contents of this guide, in whole or in part is prohibited under ...

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