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PAS 280
Operation Guide
Version: 1.0.5
Date: November 13, 2022

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  • Page 1 PAS 280 Operation Guide Version: 1.0.5 Date: November 13, 2022...
  • Page 2 You can contact Phase One Technical Support directly by creating a support case at https://support.phaseone.com/ Visit https://geospatial.phaseone.com/ for additional information. Copyright © 2022 Phase One. All Rights Reserved. Doc No. 80092000 Rev 1.0.5 PAS 280 Operation Guide 13/11/2022 Page 2 of 46...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PAS 280 Operation Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ......................................5 Scope......................................5 Applicable Documents ..............................5 List of Terms and Abbreviations ........................... 5 System Overview....................................6 Hardware ....................................7 2.1.1 iX Controller MK4 ..............................7 2.1.2 iXM-RS 280F Camera Head and Lenses....................7 2.1.3...
  • Page 4 PAS 280 Operation Guide Table of Contents 4.4.3 Component Connections ..........................29 PAS 280 System Installed in Aircraft ........................32 Disassembling the System............................. 32 Recommended Flight Operation Procedure ........................33 Before Flight ..................................33 5.1.1 Before Power On............................... 33 5.1.2 After Power On ..............................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 1. Introduction Introduction Scope This manual describes how to install and use the PAS 280 aerial system as follows: • Section 2 - System Overview • Section 3 - Unboxing the System • Section 4 - System Installation and Disassembly •...

  • Page 6: System Overview

    2. System Overview 2 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...

  • Page 7: Hardware

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 2. System Overview Hardware 2.1.1 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 8: Somag Dsm 400 Stabilizer

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 2. System Overview 2.1.3 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 9: Trimble Av39 Antenna

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 2. System Overview 2.1.5 Trimble AV39 Antenna The Trimble AV39 antenna is a lightweight, TSO certified antenna that provides centimeter precision with superior phase center repeatability. The antenna is powered by the POS AV via a coaxial cable supplied with the antenna.

  • Page 10: Monitor Kit

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 2. System Overview 2.1.7 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: • pilot monitor •...

  • Page 11: Variants

    2. System Overview 2.1.8 Variants The PAS 280 aerial system can support different configurations as described below. 2.1.8.1 iXM-RS 150F Achromatic 50mm RS Camera In addition to the iXM-RS 280F camera, you can also install the iXM-RS 150F achromatic camera to provide NIR data in the spectral range of 720nm-1000nm.

  • Page 12: 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 13: Licensing

    • iX Capture - license is free. Dataflow Figure 12 and Table 1 details the dataflow for a PAS 280 system with a DSM 400 stabilizer. For detailed connection instructions, see Section 4.4 - Electrical Structure/Cabling. Page 13 of 46...
  • Page 14 PAS 280 Operation Guide 2. System Overview Figure 12. Dataflow for PAS 280 System with DSM 400 Stabilizer See Table 1 for explanation of signals. Note Page 14 of 46...
  • Page 15 Flight sends line number and image (ongoing) TCP/IP in the line number to iX Capture for tagging image filenames. Figure 13 and Table 2 details the dataflow for a PAS 280 system with a GSM 4000 stabilizer. Page 15 of 46...
  • Page 16 PAS 280 Operation Guide 2. System Overview Figure 13. Dataflow for PAS 280 with GSM 4000 Stabilizer See Table 2 for explanation of signals. Note Page 16 of 46...
  • Page 17 PAS 280 Operation Guide 2. System Overview Table 2. Dataflow for PAS 280 with GSM 4000 Stabilizer Sequence in Figure Signal/Data From Protocol Description NMEA or Applanix NMEA or Applanix POS AV sends NMEA data Applanix POS AV Controller GSOF...

  • Page 18: Unboxing The System

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 3. Unboxing the System 3 Unboxing the System Verify that all parts were supplied according to the specific packing list for your system. 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 19: System Installation And Disassembly

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly 4 System Installation and Disassembly Required Tools The following tools are required to install the system in the aircraft: • Allen keys set. • Torx keys set. • Screwdriver, Hexagon 2 mm.

  • Page 20: Configuring The Pos Av

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly Note • The CONTROLLER circuit breaker provides power to the iX Controller motherboard and is independent of the CAMERA circuit breaker. • The CAMERA circuit breaker provides distribution power from the 6 LEMO power outputs and is independent of the CONTROLLER circuit breaker.

  • Page 21: Installing The System Frame On The Stabilizer

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. 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. 4.3.3 Installing the System Frame on the Stabilizer Note •...

  • Page 22: Installing The Pilot Monitor

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly To install the system frame: 1. Carefully lower the system frame into the center cavity while making sure that there is enough vertical space between the camera lenses and the aircraft optical glass hatch.

  • Page 23: Installing Operator Monitor

    4.4.1 Electrical Diagrams of All Variants Figure 14 shows power and communication connections diagram for a PAS 280 system with a DSM 400 stabilizer without an iXM-RS 150F achromatic camera. Figure 15 shows power and communication connections diagram for a PAS 280 system with a DSM 400 stabilizer and iXM-RS 150F achromatic camera.
  • Page 24 PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 14. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a DSM 400 Stabilizer without an iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera Page 24 of 46...
  • Page 25 PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 15. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a DSM 400 Stabilizer and iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera Page 25 of 46...
  • Page 26 PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 16. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a GSM 4000 Stabilizer without an iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera Page 26 of 46...
  • Page 27 PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 17. System Power and Communication Schematic Connection Diagram for PAS 280 System with a GSM 4000 Stabilizer and iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera Page 27 of 46...
  • Page 28 PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly Figure 18. Monitor and Keyboard Connections Page 28 of 46...

  • Page 29: Connecting The System To The Aircraft Power Source

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 4. System Installation and Disassembly 4.4.2 Connecting the System to the Aircraft Power Source Table 3 lists the PAS 280 system power requirements. Table 3 PAS 280 System Power Requirements Parameter Requirement Voltage 28 VDC Maximum current...
  • Page 30 4.4.3.1 Systems without the iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera Table 5 lists the order and how to connect the components in a PAS 280 without an iXM-RS 150F achromatic camera. Table 5. PAS 280 System Without iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera - Connection Details...
  • Page 31 4.4.3.2 Systems with the iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera Table 6 lists the order and how to connect the components in a PAS 280 with an iXM-RS 150F achromatic camera. Table 6. PAS 280 System with iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera - Connection Details...

  • Page 32: Pas 280 System Installed In Aircraft

    Aircraft Ground 4.5 PAS 280 System Installed in Aircraft Figure 20 shows the complete system installed and connected. Figure 20. PAS 280 System Installed in Aircraft 4.6 Disassembling the System 1. Power switch on switches panel - verify that lowered.

  • Page 33: Recommended Flight Operation Procedure

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 5. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 5 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. Before Flight 5.1.1...
  • Page 34 PAS 280 Operation Guide 5. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 5. Click the FILE tab and set the PREFIX NAME L(LINE NUM)-(NUM IN LINE)_G(GPS EVENT)_Cap-(CAP NUM). 6. Click Setup > Camera and verify the camera parameters. Page 34 of 46...
  • Page 35 PAS 280 Operation Guide 5. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 5.1.2.3 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 36: In Flight

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 5. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 8. Verify that the Hardware trigger check box is selected. 9. In the Sensors window, click the camera name (1). 10. In the Tools window, click Trigger Capture (2) and verify image and GPS data.

  • Page 37: Post Flight

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 5. Recommended Flight Operation Procedure 5.4 Post Flight Data - download. Page 37 of 46...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    PAS 280 Operation Guide 6. Troubleshooting 6 Troubleshooting Table 7 details how to troubleshoot common system faults. Table 7. Troubleshooting System Faults Fault Probable Cause Solutions Camera does not show USB connection issue. • Check USB cables. in iX Capture.

  • Page 39: Technical Data

    • Installation on an aircraft with a 12 VDC power system is not approved unless special measures are taken to provide the PAS 280 system with 28 VDC supply. • A 10A circuit breaker must be installed on the 28 VDC power supply on the aircraft side.

  • Page 40: Appendix A Declarations Of Conformity

    PAS 280 Operation Guide Appendix A. Declarations of Conformity Appendix A Declarations of Conformity Page 40 of 46...

  • Page 41: Controller Mk4

    PAS 280 Operation Guide Appendix A. Declarations of Conformity iX Controller MK4 Page 41 of 46...

  • Page 42: Ixm-Rs 280F Camera

    PAS 280 Operation Guide Appendix A. Declarations of Conformity iXM-RS 280F Camera Page 42 of 46...

  • Page 43: Ixm-Rs 150F Achromatic Camera

    PAS 280 Operation Guide Appendix A. Declarations of Conformity iXM-RS 150F Achromatic Camera Page 43 of 46...

  • Page 44: Pos Av V6

    PAS 280 Operation Guide Appendix A. Declarations of Conformity POS AV V6 Page 44 of 46...
  • Page 45 PAS 280 Operation Guide Appendix A. Declarations of Conformity Page 45 of 46...
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