iX Controller MK 5 Installation and Operation Guide
3. Overview
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3
Overview
3.1
Hardware
The iX Controller MK 5 is a new generation of aerial controller. This robust command center onboard the
aircraft is designed for smooth performance of geospatial project missions. A preconfigured precision
GNSS-Inertial (AP+ AV) is integrated inside the controller.
The controller is provided with ports to connect with up to six cameras, three monitors, a gyrostabilizer, the
Applanix IMU unit, and standard aircraft power supply. A high-capacity data storage SSD tray (factory
provided with two 1 TB SSD drives) can be easily accessed or removed for rapid download of image and
telemetry data.
Figure 1. iX Controller MK 5 - Front Panel
1.
SSD carrier eject button
2.
SSD carrier keylock
3.
SSD drive LEDs
4.
SSD drive carrier
5.
AUX2 power ports (x3)
6.
AUX2 Power LED
7.
AUX1 Power LED
8.
AUXILIARY Power LED
9.
MAIN Power LED
10.
AUX1 power ports (x3)
11.
Main circuit breaker
12.
Auxiliary circuit breaker
13.
Camera USB 3 cable bracket
14.
Camera USB 3 ports (x6)
15.
HDMI ports (x2)
16.
DP port
17.
USB-C port
18.
Ethernet ports (x2)
19.
USB 3 ports (x2)
20.
USB 3 cable bracket
21.
I/O port
22.
COM port (for stabilizer)
23.
IMU port
24.
28 VDC power in port
