Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300

Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300

The following components and tools will be required for installation:

Version 1, powered by SkyPort connector
TOPODRONE laser scanner Mounting platform with dampers "Dovetail" mount Set of fixing screws M3x6 - 4 pcs. Set of fixing screws M4x10 - 2 pcs.. Set of fixing screws M3x8 - 4 pcs. Set of fixing screws M3x10 - 2 pcs. Helix antenna Cable LEMO 6 PIN - SkyPort Spider antenna mount with cable USB Type-C OTG Adapter USB Type-C / USB flash drive Thread lock “Blue ”* 2.5mm hex screwdriver*
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Version 2, powered by Type-C connector
TOPODRONE laser scanner Mounting platform with dampers "Dovetail" mount Set of fixing screws M3x6 - 4 pcs. Set of fixing screws M4x10 - 2 pcs.. Set of fixing screws M3x8 - 4 pcs. Set of fixing screws M3x10 - 2 pcs. Helix antenna Cable LEMO 6 PIN - SkyPort Spider antenna mount with cable USB Type-C OTG Adapter USB Type-C / USB flash drive Thread lock “Blue ”* 2.5mm hex screwdriver*
Phillips screwdriver* Hexagonal screwdriver 1.5 mm*
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
  • Not included with the TOPODRONE laser scanner.
Step 1. Remove the polyurethane lodgement base of the drone from the case
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 2: Install the polyurethane lodgement harness on the drone
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 3: Turn the DJI M300 drone upside down
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 4. Remove the two black screws with a Hex 2.5mm screwdriver and set them aside
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 5: Install the mounting pad on the drone`s bottom
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 6: Screw in the 2 M3 x 10 screws with a 2.5 mm Hex screwdriver.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Important! Use thread locker for this step! Tighten the screws firmly when installing.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 7: Using a Hex 2.5mm screwdriver, screw in the 2 black screws from step 4
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Important! Use thread locker for this step! Tighten the screws firmly when installing.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 8. (Version.1). Remove the cover from the SkyPort connector of the LEMO 6 PIN to SkyPort cable
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 9. (Version 1). Remove the cover from the drone's SkyPort connector
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 10. (Version 1). Connect the cable to the SkyPort connector of the drone
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 8. (Version.2). Remove the 2 screws of the USB Type-C cover with a Phillips screwdriver
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 9 (Version 2). Install the USB Type-C connector of the cable into the drone, following the key pattern
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 10 (Version 2). Using a 1.5 mm hex screwdriver, tighten the retaining screw
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 11. Turn the DJI M300 RTK upside down and remove the polyurethane lodgement
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 12: Install the antenna spider mount to the top of the drone
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 13. Secure the mount using M3x6 screws and a Hex 2.5 mm screwdriver.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Important! Use thread locker for this step! Tighten the screws firmly when installing.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 14. Route the cable along the enclosure as shown in the photo
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 15: Place the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the drone's polyurethane foam carrier, with the antenna connector on top of it
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 16. Install the "dovetail" mount and tighten with M3x8 screws using a screwdriver
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Important! Use thread locker for this step! Tighten the screws firmly when installing.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 17. Mount the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the quick-release mount.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
It is recommended to mount the laser scanner from front to back.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 18. Screw in the retaining screw
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 19. The screw should be tightened firmly, but without excessive force.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 20. Connect the antenna connector to the laser scanner.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
After connecting the antenna connector, it should look like in the photo
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 21. Plug the LEMO power connector into the appropriate port.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Once the power connector is plugged in, it should look like the one in the photo
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 22. Screw the GNSS antenna onto the spider mount connector
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
The GNSS antenna should be screwed in tightly, but without excessive force
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 23: To avoid losing the protective caps you can join them together
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Step 24. Drone assembly with TOPODRONE laser scanner looks like this
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300
Aerial laser scanning can begin.
Installing TOPODRONE laser scanner on DJI M300

* Due to partial overlapping of sensors, the use of the lower visual positioning system with the TOPODRONE laser scanner installed is not recommended. It is recommended to land the drone in manual mode when conducting ALS to reduce shock effects on the landing gear and TOPODRONE during landing. The manufacturer is not responsible for the stability of operation of the DJI M300 RTK drone with the lower visual positioning sensors turned on.

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