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System Description and Operation Guide

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  • Page 1 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide...
  • Page 2 You can contact Phase One Technical Support directly by creating a support case at https://industrial.phaseone.com/Support.aspx Visit https://industrial.phaseone.com/ for additional information. Copyright © 2021 Phase One All Rights Reserved. Doc No. 80092000 Rev 1.0.1 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 10/03/2021 Phase One Confidential Page 2 of 47...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing Pilot Monitor ...................... 30 5.3.7 Installing Operator Monitor ....................30 Electrical Structure/Cabling ......................31 5.4.1 Electrical Diagrams of All Variants ..................31 5.4.2 Component Connections ....................36 PAS 280 System Installed in Aircraft ....................39 Phase One Confidential Page 3 of 47...
  • Page 4 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide Disassembling the System ......................40 Recommended Flight Operation Procedure ..................... 41 Before Flight ........................... 41 6.1.1 Before Power On ....................... 41 6.1.2 After Power On ........................41 In Flight ............................44 6.2.1 Check Images ........................44 6.2.2...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 1. Introduction 1 Introduction 1.1 Scope This manual describes how to install and use the PAS 280 aerial system as follows: • Section 2- What’s in the Box • Section 3 - System Overview • Section 4- Variants •...

  • Page 6: What's In The Box

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 2. What’s in the Box What’s in the Box Table 1 lists all parts included in the system. For other components that can be used with the system, see Section 4 - Variants.
  • Page 7 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 2. What’s in the Box Part No. Item Image 70694000 1 x license iX Flight pre-installed on iX Controller. 73233000 2 x iX Controller USB 3.0 to iXM-RS 280F camera USB-C cable. (3 x if also using iXM-RS150F achromatic 50mm RS camera).
  • Page 8 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 2. What’s in the Box Part No. Item Image 75014000 (for 1 x POS AV to iX Controller and DSM 400 stabilizer DSM 400 comm cable. stabilizer) 75088000 (for 1 x POS AV to GSM 4000 stabilizer comm cable.
  • Page 9 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 2. What’s in the Box Part No. Item Image 75022000 1 x iX Controller to operator monitor Power + Video + USB cable. 75023000 1 x 7” pilot monitor. 75024000 1 x 15.6” operator monitor.
  • Page 10 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 2. What’s in the Box Part No. Item Image 76000700 1 x seat mount adapter for the operator monitor. 76004200 1 Applanix AV510M POS AV. Note You can also use the POS AV 310 (Part No.

  • Page 11: Product Identification

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 2. What’s in the Box Part No. Item Image 72336000 1 x iXM-RS 280F camera pre-installed and calibrated (camera back) with two RS-90mm lenses. 73121000 (lenses) 2.1 Product Identification To enable support for your system, you must identify and record the model and serial numbers for each of the following components: •...

  • Page 12: System Overview

    3. System Overview 3 System Overview The PAS 280 is a large format, photogrammetric, large area coverage system, with a central projection resolution of 20,150 x 14,118 pixels using the latest BSI CMOS sensors. Figure 1. iMX-RS 280F Assembled System 3.1 Hardware...

  • Page 13: Somag Dsm 400 Stabilizer

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview 3.1.2 SOMAG DSM 400 Stabilizer The SOMAG is a high-performance gyro-stabilized platform that compensates for roll, pitch and drift movements in real-time. The dynamic reaction times and the compensation ability of this platform ensures your imagery remains fully vertical even in challenging conditions, while maintaining the high levels of accuracy and efficiency.

  • Page 14: System Frame

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview 3.1.3 System Frame The system frame enables mounting of the cameras and iX Controller. The frame legs allow placing the system frame on a maintenance bench while maintaining sufficient clearance for the camera lenses.

  • Page 15: Controller Mk4

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview 3.1.5 iX Controller MK4 The iX Controller is the communication center, and 1 TB data storage for the PAS. The Microsoft Windows 10-based system is responsible for controlling power, and communication for all ancillary systems.

  • Page 16: Monitor Kit

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview 3.1.7 Monitor Kit The monitor kit allows full control and flight feedback of the entire system, without any additional interface devices attached. The monitor kit consists of the following monitors: •...

  • Page 17: Software

    In the PAS 280 system, iX Flight is pre-installed on iX Controller. For detailed information on using iX Flight, see the iX Flight User Guide provided with your PAS 280 aerial system.

  • Page 18: Dataflow

    3. System Overview 3.3 Dataflow Figure 10 and Table 2 details the dataflow for a PAS 280 system with a DSM 400 stabilizer. For detailed connection instructions, see Section 5.4 - Electrical Structure/Cabling. Figure 10. Dataflow for PAS 280 System with DSM 400 Stabilizer...
  • Page 19 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview See Table 2 for explanation of signals. Note Table 2. Dataflow for PAS 280 System with DSM 400 Stabilizer Sequence Signal/Data From Protocol Description in Figure NMEA or Applanix NMEA or...
  • Page 20 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview Figure 11 and Table 3 details the dataflow for a PAS 280 system with a GSM 4000 stabilizer. Figure 11. Dataflow for PAS 280 with GSM 4000 Stabilizer See Table 3 for explanation of signals.
  • Page 21 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview Table 3. Dataflow for PAS 280 with GSM 4000 Stabilizer Sequence Signal/Data From Protocol Description in Figure NMEA or Applanix NMEA or Applanix POS AV sends NMEA data Applanix POS AV...
  • Page 22 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 3. System Overview Sequence Signal/Data From Protocol Description in Figure GIM01 SOMAG Applanix RS-232 SOMAG DSM 400 stabilizer platform (ongoing) POS AV sends GIM01 message with platform 4000 angles to the POS AV for registration stabilizer in T04 files.

  • Page 23: Variants

    4. Variants 4 Variants The PAS 280 aerial system can support different configurations as described below. 4.1 iXM-RS150F Achromatic 50mm RS In addition to the iXM-RS 280F Camera, you can also install the iXM-RS 150F Camera to provide NIR data in the spectral range of 720nm-1000nm.

  • Page 24: Somag Gsm 4000 Stabilizer

    INTERFACE POWER SOCKET POWER SWITCH 4.3 Applanix POS AV Models The following Applanix POS AV models are supported for operation with PAS 280: • POS AV 310 • POS AV 510M • POS AV 610 Externally, all models are identical. The difference between the models is the level of positioning accuracy.

  • Page 25: System Installation And Disassembly

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly 5 System Installation and Disassembly 5.1 Required Tools The following tools are required to install the system in the aircraft: • Allen keys set. • Torx keys set.

  • Page 26: Configuring The Pos Av

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly 3. On the iX Controller, push the CAMERA circuit breaker and confirm that the green LED comes on. • The CONTROLLER circuit breaker provides power to the PC and is independent of the Note CAMERA circuit breaker.

  • Page 27: Installing The System Frame On The Stabilizer

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly 2. Position the device over the installation holes in the interface plate or aircraft floor. 3. Secure the stabilizer with four screws. 5.3.3 Installing the System Frame on the Stabilizer •...

  • Page 28: Connecting The System To The Aircraft Power Source

    1. Fasten the system frame to the stabilizer using the four M6*16 screws provided. 2. Secure the screws using a maximum torque of 6 Nm. 5.3.4 Connecting the System to the Aircraft Power Source Table 4 lists the PAS 280 system power requirements. Table 4 PAS 280 System Power Requirements Parameter Requirement...
  • Page 29 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 14. Aircraft Power Cable Pin Designation LEMO female connector, (view from connector side) Note Before connecting the power cable to the aircraft power outlet, make sure you have verified voltage polarity.

  • Page 30: Connecting The System To The Aircraft Antenna Connector

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly 5.3.5 Connecting the System to the Aircraft Antenna Connector To connect the system to the aircraft antenna Figure 16. Aircraft Antenna Connection connector: (for illustrative purposes only) 1. Connect the system antenna cable to the Aircraft Antenna aircraft antenna connector.

  • Page 31: Electrical Structure/Cabling

    5.4.1 Electrical Diagrams of All Variants Figure 17 shows power and communication connections diagram for a PAS 280 system with a DSM 400 stabilizer without an iXM-150 camera. Figure 18 shows power and communication connections diagram for a PAS 280 system with a DSM 400 stabilizer and iXM-150 camera.
  • Page 32 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 17. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a DSM 400 Stabilizer without an iXM-150 Camera To IMU Applanix AV39 Antenna (10005248...
  • Page 33 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 18. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a DSM 400 Stabilizer and iXM-150 Camera To IMU Applanix AV39 Antenna (10005248 POS AV...
  • Page 34 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 19. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a GSM 4000 Stabilizer without an iXM-150 Camera To IMU Applanix AV39 Antenna (10005248...
  • Page 35 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 20. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a GSM 4000 Stabilizer and iXM-150 Camera To IMU Applanix AV39 Antenna (10005248 POS AV...

  • Page 36: Component Connections

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 21. Monitor and Keyboard Connections 5.4.2 Component Connections • Do not excessively bend cables. Allow a bending radius of at least 40mm for all cables. Note • Insert connectors into ports with care to prevent damage to pins.
  • Page 37 5. System Installation and Disassembly 5.4.2.1 Systems without the iXM-150 Camera Table 6 lists the order and how to connect the components in a PAS 280 without an iXM-150 camera. Table 6. PAS 280 System Without iXM-150 Camera - Connection Details Order...
  • Page 38 Aircraft Ground 5.4.2.2 Systems with the iXM-150 Camera Table 7 lists the order and how to connect the components in a PAS 280 with an iXM-150 camera. Table 7. PAS 280 System with iXM-150 Camera - Connection Details Order Description...

  • Page 39: Pas 280 System Installed In Aircraft

    Ground cable (not supplied with POS AV PCS Ground screw system) Aircraft Ground 5.5 PAS 280 System Installed in Aircraft Figure 22 shows the complete system installed and connected. Figure 22. PAS 280 System Installed in Aircraft Phase One Confidential Page 39 of 47...

  • Page 40: Disassembling The System

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 5. System Installation and Disassembly 5.6 Disassembling the System 1. Power switch on switches panel - verify that lowered. 2. Power supply circuit breaker in circuit breakers panel – verify pulled out. 3. Power cable - disconnect from aircraft power outlet.

  • Page 41: Recommended Flight Operation Procedure

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 6. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 6 Recommended Flight Operation Procedure The following procedure is used by Phase One in operational test flights of the cameras. Users should adapt these procedures for their own needs.
  • Page 42 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 6. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 5. Click the FILE tab and set the PREFIX NAME to: L(LINE NUM)-(NUM IN LINE)_G(GPS EVENT)_Cap-(CAP NUM). 6. Click Setup > Camera and verify the camera parameters. Phase One Confidential...
  • Page 43 PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 6. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 6.1.2.3 iX Flight 1. Open the iX Flight application. 2. Click Open Project and open the required project. 3. In the iX Flight Sensor Handler window: a. Click the Camera ON/OFF button and verify that it is green.

  • Page 44: In Flight

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 6. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 7. Click the System tab and verify that SERVER STATUS displays 1 connection(s). 8. Verify that the Hardware trigger check box is enabled. 9. In the Sensors window, click the camera name (1).

  • Page 45: End Of Mission

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 6. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 6.2.3 End of Mission 1. iX Flight - exit project. 2. Sensor handler - Program > Exit. 3. iX Capture - exit. 4. Windows - leave on till after landing.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 7. Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting Table 8 details how to troubleshoot common system faults. Table 8. Troubleshooting System Faults Fault Probable Cause Solutions • Check USB cables. Camera does not show USB connection issue.

  • Page 47: Technical Data

    PAS 280 System Description and Operation Guide 8. Technical Data 8 Technical Data 8.1 System Weight The weight of system components is listed in the following table: Description Connects to 1 x iXM-RS 280F camera with two RS-90mm lenses 19 kg / 41.9 lb...

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