# Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount

> Source: https://topodrone.com/knowledge/topodrone-100-litehi-res200-ultra/installation-of-the-topodrone-laser-scanner-on-the-car-mount/
> Section: TOPODRONE 100 LITE/HI-RES/200 ULTRA
> Updated: 2026-10-02

It is recommended to install the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a clean and flat surface. After assembling the laser scanner and the mobile mount, the entire module can be mounted on the vehicle.

| **Step 1**: Prepare Hex 2.5, Hex 4, Hex 5 screwdrivers for further assembly (not included) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/45737edd51d2f97d.png) | **Step 2**: Prepare the TOPODRONE laser scanner and all other accessories ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/aaf1cfee08580ae9.png) | **Step 3**. Take the LiDAR, two metal fasteners, 8 M3x8 screws ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/a59c9313bf68924f.png) |
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| **Step 4**: Using a Hex 2.5 screwdriver, install the metal fasteners on both sides of the laser scanner ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/2900d69f32581c30.png) | Position the metal fasteners as shown in the illustration ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/cc540223306dbb97.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/82ad1abfe9d43905.png) | **Step 5**: Prepare the laser scanner mounting bracket and M5x10            M3x10 screws ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/309bcb12560a4a90.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/1ae8d9fa4a653cf0.png) |
| **Step 6**: Carefully place the laser scanner on top of the mounting bracket ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/704c38bef461973d.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/580b9da92191df0e.png) | **Step 7**. Tighten the M5x10 screw using a Hex 4 screwdriver as shown in the photo. ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/98457be134e629e4.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/f9267902ad8ab923.png) | IMPORTANT!!! Hold the TOPODRONE laser scanner body, it may tip over and damage the lens!!! ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/e1d49d61b6e3d072.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/ed2c46f72344a93c.png) |
| **Step 8**: Tighten the two M3x10 screws with a Hex 2.5 screwdriver on both sides of the bracket. ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/f80074456da69c73.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/0717f872def25c17.png) | **Step 9**. Tighten the bracket screws loosened in Step 5 using Hex 4 and Hex 5 screwdrivers. ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/2b493b139d1655b0.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/acf8fe8a1e0488a5.png) | **Step 10**. Prepare the pole and set screw. ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/2cd79e9978334868.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/62e472a8ceb85ea9.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/d4ac6ffe3c26e724.png) |
| **Step 11**. Thread the machine screw through the bracket mounting hole farthest away from the LiDAR ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/ee7bb62fac3310ef.png) | **Step 12**. Screw the pole onto the Installation screw. Position the hinges on the opposite side of the LiDAR. ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/2061d1d367a0cb9b.png) | **Step 13**. Screw the GNSS antenna onto the pole. Check that the antenna and Installation screw are securely fastened together ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/950f0df58b24f052.png) |
| Note that the antenna connector should be located on the opposite side of the LiDAR as in the photo ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/da4e6ffcc25f9e36.png) | **Step 14.** Insert the antenna cable connector into the GNSS antenna and screw it tightly as shown in the photo. ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/e76afbae8e40f608.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/e93b800c71812b62.png) | Do not bend the antenna cable! ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/c159469b452846af.png) |
| Secure the antenna cable to the back of the pole as shown in the photo ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/7d31437c113a952e.png) | **Step 15**: Secure them with  wing screw ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/059be6a46273d81f.png) ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/89f1900f09cd7f09.png) | The TOPODRONE mobile car mount is ready for use ![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/f2a819e432c639cd.png) |

## Assembly of the Mobile Scanning Kit

### Additional equipment required for kit assembly:

1. Insta 360 X4 camera;
2. microSD memory card for the Insta 360 X4 camera (128 GB recommended);
3. Camera mounting bracket for Insta 360 X4;
4. Extended antenna cable (70-80 cm);
5. Mounting screw for securing the GNSS antenna;
6. 1/4-inch hex socket flat head screw for attaching the camera to the bracket.

### Camera Mounting Bracket Appearance

The bracket dimensions are 195×73×28 mm. The top hole is designed for the GNSS antenna mounting screw. The bottom hole is for the 1/4-inch hex socket flat head screw used to attach the camera to the bracket. The bracket is then screwed onto the pole.

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### Assembly Procedure for the Insta 360 X4 Camera Shooting Kit

The kit is assembled using the standard procedure, with an additional step for camera installation. Sequence of operations:

1. Install the camera into the bracket.

- Secure the Insta 360 X4 camera in the dedicated bracket using the 1/4-inch hex socket flat head screw.

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- **Camera orientation:** Position the camera so that the optical axis of the lens located on the display side is aligned with the direction of travel of the scanning system.

2. Mount the bracket on the pole.

- Screw the bracket with the attached camera onto the geodetic pole.

3. Install the GNSS antenna.

- Place the geodetic GNSS antenna on top of the bracket and secure it with the standard mounting screw.
- Connect the antenna cable.

![Installing the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a car mount](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/0898a5be4bae536d.jpg)

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### Insta 360 X4 Camera Settings

> **Warning:** Before installing the camera into the bracket and starting data collection, remove all additional accessories from the camera, such as protective cases and lens covers. The presence of any foreign objects on the camera leads to data defects and is not permitted.

The camera configuration parameters are provided in the table below.

| Setting | Setting value | Setting value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Data acquiring mode | Video 360° | Timelapse 360° |
| Scene selection mode | MegaView | - |
| Resolution | 5.7K | 5.7K |
| Frame Rate | 30 | 30 |
| Interval | - | 0.5 |

### Data Collection Methodology

The field work procedure is as follows:

1. Assemble the mobile kit with the TOPODRONE laser scanner and camera.
2. Install the mobile kit on the vehicle.
3. Turn on the laser scanner, wait for data recording to begin, then turn on the camera and start video recording.
4. Perform a calibration maneuver and proceed with data collection in the survey area.
5. After completing the survey route, turn off the scanner and the camera.

You can learn more about the mobile laser scanning methodology on the page: [Mobile Laser Scanning (MLS)](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/topodrone-100-litehi-res200-ultra/mobile-laser-scanning-mls/)