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DJI M300/M350 setup This instruction outlines how to set up a DJI M300/M350 drone so that it can carry Hovermap. Once set up, it will also be able to send autonomy command data and receive GPS through the Hovermap serial cable.
DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation Hovermap mount installation Install the DJI M300/M350 Hovermap mount as follows. Note The mount installation instructions apply to both M300 and M350 drones. Place the mount onto the drone. Insert and partially tighten the screws on the front of the drone.
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DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation Figure 3 DJI M300/M350 underside mounting supports Completely tighten the screws on the front of the drone. Completely tighten the screws on the bottom of the drone. On the top of the DJI M300/M350, plug the OSDK connector into the OSDK port.
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DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation Figure 4 DJI M300/M350 cable routing Using the provided retainer, fix the cable guide to the side of the DJI M300/M350. Make sure to clear the camera. To do this, peel off the 3M tape backing and press firmly to the drone body.
DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation Figure 5 Cable fixing and routing Set up the Samsung Galaxy tablet mount Follow this process to attach the mount receiver to the Samsung Galaxy tablet case. Note This instruction details the process to mount a Samsung Galaxy tablet to the DJI Smart Controller Enterprise used with the DJI M300.
DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation Note The DJI M350 uses the DJI RC Plus controller and can run the Emesent Commander app directly, eliminating the need to mount a third-party tablet on the drone controller. Refer to Emesent Commander App Installation manual for instructions.
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DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation Connect the tablet to the controller using a USB cable. Release date: 30 Apr 2024 Revision: 2.2...
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DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation If have any trouble completing the mounting procedure, contact Customer Success for advice. Release date: 30 Apr 2024 Revision: 2.2...
Updating the firmware on a Baro modified aircraft results in the loss of the modification. 3.1.1 Install DJI Assistant 2 (Enterprise Series) The DJI onboard SDK allows communication between the Hovermap and the drone. To enable this communication, do the following: Release date: 30 Apr 2024...
On the Firmware tab, ensure that the drone has the latest firmware that is supported by Hovermap. Refer to Table 1. If the drone’s firmware version is lower than the version supported by Emesent, log in to your DJI account and click Upgrade.
DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation All other parameters are set by Hovermap when it is turned on. In DJI Assistant 2, click Back. Reboot the drone. Restart DJI Assistant 2. Check that the SDK settings have been saved correctly.
Connect to Hovermap Wi-Fi. Sanity check for Hovermap communications Perform a quick sanity check to ensure that the drone, Hovermap, and controllers are configured correctly and that communications between the drone and the Hovermap have been established. Mount Hovermap to the drone and connect the power and the serial cables.
DJI M300/M350 preparation for Hovermap operation Connect to the Hovermap Wi-Fi network and start a scan. Ensure that the correct status is indicated in the top-right corner. If there are any error messages, resolve these as required. It should say: For Mapping mode: AL0 - Mapping (shown on a gray background).
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