Training LiDARit (Presentación)

Before start

Accurate Data:

Choosing the right location: Look for an open sky area with the least obstruction possible over the GNSS antenna to get optimal results during the alignment process.

Additional Information for Step 1:

1.1 Defining a precise coordinate point: It is important to select a point with precise coordinates within the polygon or area of interest that does not exceed 10 km distance.

1.2 Antenna Setup: Make sure to configure the antenna to capture data at minimum 1 second intervals. Also ensure the antenna is capable of tracking both GPS and GLONASS constellation signals for more comprehensive coverage.

1.Firmware update

Updating your Explorer R's firmware is easy - just connect using a USB to Ethernet LAN adapter:

Power on your LiDAR scanner.
Plug in a USB to Ethernet LAN adapter to enable internet connectivity.
The firmware update will now automatically initialize.

2. Components of the LiDARit - Explorer R Unit

Quick-release plate for drone

Camera

Quick-release plate for carkit

2. ON/OFF

12V DC - 24V DC Power Supply Port

GPS Antenna 1

Led Indicators

USB Port

GPS Antenna 2

Wi-Fi antenna

Side View

Rear View

3.Drone Mount

Antenna 1

flight Movement

Antenna 2

NOTE: Antenna 1 should always be on the left side in the direction of forward movement.

Freefly - Alta X.

4. Starup, system configuration.

Connect the power supply and Power on the Explorer R unit with the USB memory connected and wait for at least 30 seconds for the system to boot up.

ON/OFF

Rear View

WIFI Access

When the LiDAR System is powered on, it will be in router mode and broadcast a Wi-Fi network with the name "lidarit30052,"

On your mobile device, search for the Wi-Fi network "lidarit30052" and connect to it. The connection password is "lidarituser." When entering the password, a message may appear saying this network does not have an internet connection. You should accept this message to continue with the process and use it as a control interface.

Access Address

5. Web Page

Open the internet browser and enter the following address: 192.168.50.10

6. environment

Satellite number

Settings

Antenna 2 status

Antenna 1 status

7.Default offsets and rotations.

This Unit comes pre-configured with default offset settings for common drones, vehicles, and backpacks.

In the drones menu, options include Freefly Alta X, DJI M600, M300, M210. For vehicles and the portable mapping backpacks.

Selecting one of these pre-set options will automatically load the precisely measured sensor offset values for that specific model.

8. Camera setup

NOTE: This has 3 main options. Shutter speed, ISO, and capture ratio. The quality of the images will depend on the configuration of these parameters.

9. Project Name:

Return to the main tab, enter the project name (do not use spaces or special characters), and click on "SET PROJECT NAME.

Name of Choice.

2. Set project name.

10. Recording Destination:

In the "Save to" tab, select "USB STORAGE."

If the recording destination is set to "local storage," the captured information may have gaps.

Waiting_Azimuth

11. Connect.

After creating the project, make sure to verify that the PPS and NMEA statuses are "OK." Once this validation is complete, proceed to click the "CONNECT" button.

Connecting to the unit.

PPS and NMEA statuses.

Waiting_Azimuth

12. Waiting Azimuth

In the Inertial Solution state, wait for the message to switch to "WAITING AZIMUTH." If the inertial solution state is different, refrain from initiating the alignment process. Instead, relocate the unit to an area with better open-sky conditions to enhance satellite observation, and then proceed to restart the process.

Waiting_Azimuth

13. Start Recording.

Button RECORD

Press the RECORD button to begin recording.

Alignment_Complete

14. Straight Line.

Move forward in a straight line with the equipment at a speed between 15 - 24 ft/second for 300ft.

(Note: During the movement, the message will change to "MOTION DETECT," but this is due to the equipment's motion; do not stop.)

INS_solution_good

15. Figure Eight Pattern.

Perform a figure-eight pattern and verify that the status changes to "SOLUTION GOOD." If it hasn't changed, keep the equipment stationary for 5 seconds and repeat the figure-eight pattern until you achieve the "SOLUTION GOOD" status.

16. Figure Eight Pattern.

When mission is completed, you should repeat the figure-eight and position the equipment for the straight-line operation.

17. Straight Line.

Move forward in a straight line with the equipment at a speed exceeding 1 meter per second for 10 seconds.

(Note: After completing the straight line, proceed with the shutdown procedure without turning the equipment.)

18. Stop Recording.

Press the STOP button to halt the LiDAR data recording. The trajectory data continues to be recorded.

Button STOP

19. Finish.

Press the DISCONNECT button to stop the trajectory recording.
Press the NEW PROJECT button. This action will take you back to the main menu.

1. Press "Disconnect."

2. Press "New Project".

20.Shutdown.

To power off the LiDAR unit, click the "Power Off" button located on the main menu.
A confirmation message will appear to verify you want to shut down the system. Click "OK" to accept the shutdown.
Manually turn off the LiDAR sensor by pressing the ON/OFF button.

21. Operating concepts.

Environmental Factors: Properly operating the LiDAR scanner requires taking into account various environmental conditions that may impact performance or data quality.