# Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack

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

## To install the TOPODRONE laser scanner on a backpack, you will need the following components included in the package:

1. TOPODRONE Backpack;
2. Mounting aluminum bracket;
3. External GNSS antenna;
4. External GNSS antenna bolt;
5. External GNSS antenna cable;
6. Milestone 30 cm;
7. USB PowerBank;
8. LEMO 4 PIN power cable;
9. Set of fixing screws M3x6.

## Also to install the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack you will need the following components, which are not included in the package:

1. Hex 2.0 mm screwdriver;
2. Hex 2.5 mm screwdriver.

![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/ab3ea14766e03b53.png)

**Step 1**: Prepare all accessories for installing TOPODRONE Backpack as shown in the photo. Screwdrivers: Phillips, HEX 2.0 / 2.5 mm

| **Step 2**: Take the aluminum mounting bracket and place it on the table ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/d9d8515d39863d6e.png) | **Step 3:** Remove the 4 screws using a Hex 2.0 screwdriver as shown in the photo ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/ec50cef5cbc52150.png) | **Step 4**: Remove the fastener, lay the External GNSS antenna cable ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/d11dfc8f7680e21c.png) |
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| **Step 5**: Screw back the 4 screws of the fastener using a Hex 2.0 screwdriver. ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/233b45cc797cbdfc.png) | **Step 6:** Mount the GNSS antenna to the aluminum mounting bracket using the bolt ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/9733da93eabd5611.png) | **Step 7**: Screw the antenna cable into the GNSS antenna, taking care not to kink the cable ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/69d6a92e5203c15f.png) |
| **Step 8**. Place the LiDAR on the padded base\* against the mounting bracket as shown in the photo ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/8fe6a4dc6992d712.png) | **Step 9**. Using a Hex 2.5mm screwdriver, screw in the 4 M3x6 screws securing the LiDAR to the bracket ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/4656993037434493.png) | **Step 10.** Connect the cable of the external GNSS antenna to the laser scanner, taking care not to bend it as shown in the photo ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/478fea06be278fac.png) |
| **Step 11**. Screw the milestone tightly into the aluminum bracket as shown in the photo ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/a49b9d27aaff6fca.png) | **Step 12**. Screw the pole firmly onto the aluminum bracket as shown in the photo ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/f00220d9063f2ef2.png) | **Step 13**. Mount the TOPODRONE laser scanner to the backpack as shown in the photo ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/12161d48517b0b95.png) |
| **Step 14**. Plug the Lemo 4 PIN power cable into the TOPODRONE laser scanner connector ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/2ab8a4a75c2f6635.png) | **Step 15**. Connect the power cable to the USB PowerBank\*\*, turn it on and stow it in the inside pocket of the backpack ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/e535180c183337f9.png) | **Step 16**. Excess power cable can be wrapped around the milestone if necessary ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/4b39737efd2d3069.png) |
| ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/a0f8b8eefc5b8e72.png) | ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/ee271c3613ef369f.png) | ![Mounting the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack](https://topodrone.com/knowledge/i/ccc84a43edbf03cf.png) |

**Step 17.**   Put TOPODRONE Backpack on the operator, fasten the straps, if necessary tighten / loosen the straps so that the TOPODRONE laser scanner is above the operator's head. The direction of the laser scanner should correspond to the direction in the photo.

At this point the installation of the TOPODRONE laser scanner on the backpack is complete. You can proceed to initialization, calibration maneuver “figure eight” and perform MLS.  
\*   All operations with TOPODRONE should be performed as gently as possible to avoid damaging the sensor lens of the laser scanner   
\*\* The type of external power supply may vary.