RedEdge-
MX
Integration Guide Rev 01
Pin #
Signal
Direction
1
5.0 V DC Output
Output From Camera
2
DLS 2/GPS RX
Output From Camera
3
DLS 2/GPS TX
Input To Camera
4
GPS IO 0
(Configurable)
Input To Camera/Output
from Camera
5
GPS IO 1
(Configurable)
Input To Camera/Output
from Camera
6
Ground
Ground
Connector on Camera
Hirose DF13A-6P-1.25H(51)
Mating Connector
Hirose DF13-6S-1.25C
28AWG wire recommended
DLS 2 Installation Guidelines
The DLS 2 should always be the highest object on the aircraft in order to avoid shadows or
reflections. It contains an integral GPS sensor that may be utilized for geotagging of the
RedEdge-MX imagery if system GPS signals are not provided to the sensor by other means.
Install the module where it will have a clear view of the sky, far away from any devices that
could interfere with it (like a data link or video transmitters).
When the DLS 2 starts up, it attempts to calibrate, which requires it to be still and
motionless. Ensure that there is no vibration or movement until the DLS 2 has completed
this procedure, indicated by normal LED status lights (shown in the Firmware Guide).
Fixed-wing
Always install the DLS 2 at the high-point of the fuselage (if possible) to avoid any
shadowing or reflections from aircraft fuselage or rotors.
Do not recess or embed the DLS 2 sensor body below the metallic base.
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