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Contents DJI M210 setup......................1 Set up the mount for the Samsung Galaxy tablet ..........7 Compatible drones and firmware................10 Drone firmware supported by Hovermap ..................10 DJI M210 drone activation ........................10 3.2.1 Install DJI Assistant 2..........................11 3.2.2 DJI SDK configuration........................11 3.2.3...
Remove the standard camera gimbal from the front of the DJI M210. Using a 2.0 mm hex driver, remove the three screws, one from the bottom and two from the top. Carefully lift the gimbal mount away from the DJI M210. Refer to the following images. Release date: 11 Aug 2022...
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DJI M210 setup guide Remove the six PH#0 fasteners from inside both sides of the battery tray (three per side). Remove the two TX-6 fasteners from under the battery tray. Release date: 11 Aug 2022 Revision: 2.3...
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DJI M210 setup guide Remove the cover plate from the power distribution board (PDB) by pulling up and away from the drone. Release date: 11 Aug 2022 Revision: 2.3...
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DJI M210 setup guide Locate the power terminals on the PDB. Identify which is VCC and which is GND. If the solder cups are obscured by insulating glue, uncover them with a pointy implement. Release date: 11 Aug 2022 Revision: 2.3...
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DJI M210 setup guide Strip 20 mm of insulation from the outside of the supplied coaxial power cable, being careful not to damage the shielding. Strip 5 mm of insulation from the core conductor. Twist and tin the core conductor and the shield.
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DJI M210 setup guide On the inside of the plastic PDB cover plate, locate the ejection pin mark around the middle of the cover. Drill it out using a 6 mm drill bit. Use a 3 mm pilot hole to prevent the plastic from cracking.
DJI M210 setup guide Set up the mount for the Samsung Galaxy tablet Attach the mount receiver to the Samsung Galaxy tablet case as follows: Note The Samsung Galaxy tablet is shipped with an Australian power adapter. If you are not located in Australia, you can charge the tablet through the controller.
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DJI M210 setup guide Clip your case back onto your tablet. You will now be able to either mount your tablet to the controller (via the clamp-mount) or hold it comfortably by the velcro strap. Refer to the following images.
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DJI M210 setup guide Connect the tablet to the controller using a USB cable. If have any trouble completing the mounting procedure, contact Customer Success for advice. Release date: 11 Aug 2022 Revision: 2.3...
Warning • Drone settings may be reset after a DJI firmware update. • Do not upgrade your drone beyond the Emesent-approved firmware version. • Recheck all settings after updating firmware. • You are responsible for safe operation and compliance with local regulations.
Configure the onboard SDK for the DJI M210 as follows: Connect the drone to your computer with the DJI-supplied USB cable. Toggle the USB Mode Switch at the back of DJI M210 to the left (laptop icon) to power on the drone.
DJI M210 setup guide Enable SDK Failsafe Action: Checked Baud Rate: 921600 Remote Controller Channel Data: 50 Hz SDK Failsafe Action: Return Home All other parameters are set by Hovermap when it is turned on. In DJI Assistant 2, click Back.
DJI M210 setup guide Power on the drone. Connect the drone with Hovermap using the Emesent-supplied serial and power cables. On the DJI CrystalSky, open DJI Go 4.0. Press the power button on the Hovermap to start a scan. Let the scan run for 2 minutes.
DJI M210 setup guide 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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