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Vue

TZ20-R

High Resolution, Radiometric, Gimbaled

Thermal Zoom Drone Payload

USER MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

VUE

TZ20-R ....................................................................................................................................................... 3

INSTALLATION AND QUICK START GUIDE ..................................................................................................... 4

DJI PILOT APP INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................... 6

3.1

Compatible Devices ................................................................................................................................ 6

3.2

How to Install ........................................................................................................................................... 6

DJI PILOT APP OPERATION .............................................................................................................................. 7

4.1

Menu........................................................................................................................................................ 7

4.2

FFC.......................................................................................................................................................... 8

4.3

AGC Lock/Unlock .................................................................................................................................... 8

4.4

Color Palettes .......................................................................................................................................... 8

4.5

Zoom ....................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.6

Radiometry .............................................................................................................................................. 9

4.7

Settings.................................................................................................................................................. 13

SD CARDS ......................................................................................................................................................... 14

5.1

File Naming Convention ........................................................................................................................ 14

5.2

Tested Micro SD Cards ......................................................................................................................... 15

RECORDING...................................................................................................................................................... 16

SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................................... 17

7.1

Image format ......................................................................................................................................... 17

7.2

Video format .......................................................................................................................................... 18

7.3

FFC Mode.............................................................................................................................................. 18

7.4

Scene Dynamic Range.......................................................................................................................... 18

7.5

AGC Region of interest ......................................................................................................................... 18

7.6

Digital Detail Enhancement (DDE) and Advanced Digital Enhancement (ADE) .................................. 19

OPTIMIZING IMAGE QUALITY ......................................................................................................................... 20

SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 21

Table 1: Vue TZ20-R specifications ............................................................................................................. 21

WARRANTY ....................................................................................................................................................... 22

TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................................... 23

Table 2: LED Indication Table...................................................................................................................... 23

11.1

Firmware Upgrade/Downgrade ............................................................................................................. 24

11.2

Software Buttons or Video Not Displayed ............................................................................................. 25

11.3

USB to Boson Application ..................................................................................................................... 25

FLIR SUPPORT ................................................................................................................................................. 26

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1 VUE

TZ20-R

Made in the USA, the radiometric VUE TZ20-R thermal-zoom drone payload enables DJI V2 Matrice 200 series

and 300 pilots to see and measure thermal details not possible with other leading sUAS aircraft and payloads.

The TZ20-R features two FLIR Boson® thermal infrared (IR) cameras that put four times more pixels on target at

every zoom level versus all competition and offers an unmatched 20× zoom capability. Utility, roofing, solar farm,

and other industrial inspectors can zoom into objects of interest, identify them with unmatched clarity, and take

and record radiometric temperature measurements, all from a safe standoff distance. Emergency response pilots

in search and rescue, law enforcement, firefighting, and public safety can search for and observe in silence while

using the thermal zoom to reduce false positives and make critical decisions faster with the affordable VUE TZ20-

R. The combination of performance-leading thermal zoom and radiometry enables more efficient missions with

faster search, silent surveillance, and safer stand-off inspections.

SEARCH AND INSPECT

MORE AREA IN LESS TIME

Unmatched thermal zoom

performance and clarity at

5×, 10×, and 20×

SAFELY AND

ACCURATELY MEASURE

TEMPERATURE FROM

FARTHER AWAY

Dual Bosons provide 4×

more radiometric pixels on

target at every zoom level

versus all competitors

READY TO FLY

AND MEASURE

Plug and play with DJI

Matrice 300, DJI V2 Matrice

200 series, and post-process

reporting software.

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FIGURE 1. VUE TZ20-R

2 INSTALLATION AND QUICK START GUIDE

Hold the securely when attaching or detaching the Vue TZ20-R.

1. Remove the protective cap from Skyport connector and insert gimbal into gimbal mount on airframe.

2. Rotate the Skyport connector to the unlocked position and completely insert into the airframe gimbal mount.

3. Rotate the Skyport connector to the locked position to secure it.

4. Confirm that the Vue TZ20-R is mounted securely.

5. If flying with a second payload, confirm both payloads are aimed forward upon start-up and initialization to

prevent payloads from contacting each other during initialization process.

6. Power on the airframe and remote controller.

7. Open the DJI Pilot Application.

8. When flying dual payloads, place the controller in Gimbal Control Mode so the two payloads turn together and

do not bump into each other during flight.

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FIGURE 2. INSERT AND SECURE THE VUE TZ20-R INTO AIRFRAME GIMBAL MOUNT

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3 DJI PILOT APP INSTALLATION

3.1 Compatible Devices

Requires Android 5.0 or above.

Refer to https://www.dji.com/downloads/djiapp/dji-pilot for compatible mobile device(s).

Matrice 300 RTK: v1.9.0R

Matrice 200 V2: v1.8.0

3.2 How to Install

In the Google Play store, search “DJI Pilot” and install the app onto your device.

https://www.dji.com/downloads/djiapp/dji-pilot

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4 DJI PILOT APP OPERATION

The DJI Pilot app is required to operate the Vue TZ20-R. The user controls for the Vue TZ20-R appear on the

right edge in the DJI Pilot app. In the main screen, users have the option to toggle between recording modes

through the “Menu” and adjust operational parameters including Flat Field Correction (FFC), AGC, color palette,

zoom, radiometric spot meter and other payload settings. The Vue TZ20-R does not support viewing recorded

imagery on the SD from the DJI Pilot app.

FIGURE 3. DJI PILOT APP USER INTERFACE

4.1 Menu

In the menu selection, users can toggle the recording mode between photo

and video, start and stop recording, and select the photo mode. Single

Shot, Burst Mode, and Interval options are available. The Interval capture

rate can be set between 1 to 30 seconds.

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FIGURE 4. MENU INTERFACE

4.2 FFC

A FFC (flat field correction) is an offset calibration that is triggered at powerup, after a set change in

temperature, and periodically throughout the camera operation. The FFC adjusts internal settings

that compensate for environmental temperature changes, camera temperature changes, and other

conditions that impact camera operation. This maintains image quality by removing noise and other

artefacts that may occur during use in dynamic operational conditions. The Vue TZ20-R is in auto FFC mode by

default, but a manual trigger can be initiated by pressing the FCC icon.

4.3 AGC Lock/Unlock

The AGC Lock/Unlock allows the image to hold a constant temperature-to-color pallet in a dynamic

moving scene. This allows the user to identify objects in the camera field of view with specific

infrared radiation and facilitates locating items in specific scenes.

4.4 Color Palettes

Multiple color palettes are available on the FLIR Vue TZ20-R. The User’s desired color palette is

saved with RJPG and MOV files, but not with TIFF files. The Pallet icon indicates the current color

pallet. The user may select the color palette by pressing the icon. Adjusting the palette can aid in

interpreting the thermal images. More information regarding selecting the appropriate color palette

can be found at https://www.flir.com/discover/ots/outdoor/your-perfect-palette/.

FIGURE 5: MULTIPLE COLOR PALETTES ARE AVAILABLE ON THE VUE TZ20-R

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4.5 Zoom

The FLIR Vue TZ20-R is capable of up to 20x thermal zoom. The user can maintain a wide FOV to

cover a large area quickly and then zoom in on targets of interest when desired. Pressing the zoom

icon allows the user to select 1x, 5x, 10x, and 20x zoom, is calculated based on the wide horizontal

field of view (HFOV), or WFOV Boson. Zoom level 1x utilizes a wide, 95° HFOV, 640x512 resolution

Boson. This is referred to as the WFOV Boson. Zoom levels 5x, 10x, and 20x utilize a narrow, 18° HFOV,

640x512 resolution Boson. Zooming from 1x to 5x is a pseudo-optical zoom, unique to the TZ20-R and places

over 327,000 pixels on target at both levels. Zooming 10x and 20x is a digital zoom. All four zoom levels place

four times more pixels on target versus pure digital zoom payloads using the same starting HFOV. TIFF images

are saved without the zoom applied. JPEG and MOV are saved with zoom and colorized.

FIGURE 6. 1X, 5X, 10X, AND 20X ZOOM LEVELS

4.6 Radiometry

The TZ20-R is equipped with a variety of radiometric features that can be enabled by the pilot. These

include a spot meter measurement, region of interest (ROI) measurement boxes that display the

hottest, coolest, and average temperature of all pixels within the ROI, and hot or cold isotherms.

Press the radiometry icon to select radiometric settings.

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4.6.1 Spot Meter

The Spot Meter is engaged using the icon on the main view screen. When turned on, the spot meter icon and

measured temperature will appear in the middle of the screen.

FIGURE 7: SPOT METER DISPLAYED ON USER INTERFACE

4.6.2 Regions of Interest (ROI)

There are two ROI options: Frame and Center. Frame defines the ROI as the full view as displayed on the user

interface. Center creates and displays a ROI smaller than full user interface. The hottest, coldest, and average

temperature within the ROI is displayed for both Frame and Center. The hottest measured temperature within the

ROI is indicated with the red upward pointing triangle. The coldest temperature within the ROI is indicated with

the blue downward pointing triangle.

The Region of Interest feature is accessed via the payload icon on the main view screen. Scroll through the

menu to select Measurement ROI. Tap the option box to the right to change from the default “None” setting to

“Frame” or “Center.” Press the “X” at the upper right corner of the menu to return to the main screen. The

selected ROI will appear on the user interface indicating and locating the hottest, coldest, and average

temperature.

Radiometric

Spotmeter

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FIGURE 8. ROI SET UP AND CENTER ROI DISPLAYED ON USER INTERFACE, SPOTMETER NOT ENABLED

4.6.3 Isotherms

The Isotherm feature enables colorization of regions within the image that are above or below temperature

thresholds. The user selects above or below and sets the temperature threshold. Isotherms are useful in helping

in quickly identifying areas or objects of interest within the scene and can be used for inspection, search and

rescue, and more

FIGURE 9: 5X ZOOM AND ABOVE ISOTHERM HIGHLIGHTS PIXELS HOTTER THAN THE THRESHOLD

The Isotherm feature is enabled via the Payload icon on the main user view screen. Scroll down to the “Isotherm

on/off” feature and select “Above” or “Below” option in the dropdown menu. Set the threshold temperature using

the “Isotherm threshold.” Use the numerical keypad to select the desired threshold. In the example figures, the

“Above” option has been selected with a threshold of 78 °F. Any areas of the scene above 78 °F will be

highlighted in red. If the “Below” option is selected, any areas with temperatures less than the Isotherm threshold

will be highlighted in blue.

NOTE: User must input spot meter unit in degrees Fahrenheit (°F).

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FIGURE 10. ISOTHERM SET UP EXAMPLE FOR “ABOVE” 78 °F

4.7 Settings

File format changing can be done in the Settings menu.

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5 SD CARDS

Both SD cards must be inserted to operate the unit. Each Micro SD card can be

viewed as a storage device for the Vue TZ20-R. To view the contents on the

Micro SD cards, connect the Vue TZ20-R to a computer using a USB-C cable.

The user will be able to copy or transfer files accordingly. On the X-Port gimbal,

there is a Micro SD card slot under a protective cover. This port is intended for

storing logs by DJI and will NOT save data from the Vue TZ20-R.

FIGURE 11. INSERT MICRO SD CARD 1 AND 2

TO OPERATE VUE TZ20-R

5.1 File Naming Convention

Folders on the Micro SD cards are named with the following convention.

GPS data is required to sync the date and time. If GPS data is unavailable, the file names will report a default

time of “1970” (ex: Image_19700101_000027). This can be prevented by ensuring that the airframe is connected

to GPS prior to taking an image capture. Saved images and videos are named with the following convention.

Image_20210126_231251

Contents

Image: JPEGs & TIFFs

MOV: MOVs

SEQ: Multi

e TIFFs

Date Folder Created

Format: YYYYMMDD

Time Folder Created

Format: HHMMSS

20210126_231253_5x_8b_R.JPG

Suffix & Extension

R.JPEG: Zoom Level (“1x”, “5x”, “10x” or “20x”), 8-bit

color, Radiometric JPEG

TIFF: “NFOV” or “WFOV”

MOV: “STR”

Date Folder Created

Format: YYYYMMDD

Time Folder Created

Format: HHMMSS

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5.2 Tested Micro SD Cards

The validated Micro SD cards that are supported by the Vue TZ20-R are shown below. Working Micro SD cards

are not limited to this list.

SanDisk Extreme PRO U3 XC 64G

Kingston C10 HC 8G

SanDisk Extreme PRO U3 XC 32G

SanDisk Extreme PRO U3 XC 128G

SanDisk UItra U1 C10 HC 32G

SanDisk UItra C10 XC 16G, 64G

SAMSUNG EVO Plus U3 XC 64G

SAMSUNG EVO+ Plus U3 XC 256G

Supported file mounting:

vfat

exfat

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6 RECORDING

Recorded data are saved as two files on the Micro SD cards. Folders are created when the first file is saved.

SD1: WFOV TIFF, WFOV Multipage TIFF, CSQ, MOV

SD2: NFOV TIFF, NFOV Multipage TIFF, RJPEG

Still Images

Can be saved in TIFF and RJPEG format.

TIFF files contain raw data from the Boson thermal camera. Both

WFOV and NFOV images are saved.

RJPEG contains a colorized image of what is displayed on screen.

Standard JPEG compression is applied and the selected color

pallet and zoom level will remain.

Periodic Capture The cameras can capture images at a set interval ranging from 1 to 30

seconds

Video Video footage is recorded from both Boson thermal cameras

simultaneously and will save as separate files. Video formats can be

saved as TIFF and CSQ at 10Hz or MOV at 25Hz.

Saving MOV video will also save an SRT file with the same file name.

The SRT is a subtitle file format that logs video information updated

every second. This information includes date and time, GPS

coordinates, altitude, and Vue TZ20-R zoom increment.

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7 SETTINGS

FIGURE 11. ACCESS THE PAYLOAD SETTINGS MENU THROUGH VIA THE PAYLOAD ICON OR QUICK MENU

To access the DJI pilot Payload Settings, press the “…” icon on the top right of the screen and then tap the

payload icon. User can directly access the payload settings by tapping the Payload Settings Icon in the quick

menu. In this menu, the user can modify various capture settings. The camera will be set to the follow payload

settings by default.

Image format: RJPEG FFC Mode: Auto AGC ROI: Full Frame

Video format: MOV SDR: Normal ADE: ON

7.1 Image format

RJPEG: Still images are saved onto SD 2 in the “Image” folder. They have gone through AGC and are

colorized. They are what is displayed on the user interface screen. RJPEG utilizes standard JPEG

compression but have raw thermal data embedded in the file. This allows user to use FLIR software to extract

radiometric data for post-processing.

TIFF: Still images from both WFOV and NFOV camera are saved in the “Image” folder on Micro SD 1 and

Micro SD 2 respectively. Images are synchronized. Images are in 16bit with no AGC, zoom level, or color

palette are applied. This format is appropriate for analytics.

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7.2 Video format



MOV: H264 is encoded 640x512 25Hz video of what is shown on the user interface screen. This is saved

onto SD 1 in the “Mov” folder.

CSQ: Compressed video with AGC and color pallet applied. Radiometric data embedded in the file. Can be

opened with FLIR image viewing software such as FLIR Tools or ResearchIR.

TIFF: 10Hz video is saved as multipage TIFF images in the “Seq” folder from both the WFOV and NFOV

cameras and are saved onto Micro SD 1 and Micro SD 2, respectively. The frames are synchronized. New

multipage TIFF files are automatically created every three minutes to avoid creating excessively large files.

7.3 FFC Mode

The user can toggle between automatic or manual FFC mode. In automatic mode, the camera periodically

triggers an FFC in response typical FFC conditions. In manual FFC mode, the camera will perform an FFC only

upon command.

7.4 Scene Dynamic Range

This setting changes the scene temperature range (gain mode) of both cameras:

Hot (Low gain mode): Appropriate range for higher temperatures scenes, -40 °C to 550 °C.

Normal (High gain mode): Appropriate range for lower temperatures scenes, -25 °C to 135 °C.

7.5 AGC Region of interest

AGC Region of Interest allows the user to optimize the AGC for a subset of the total field of view. For example, if

the user wants to image a scene that contain a lot a sky in the field of view, the user can change the region of

interest to the lower portion of that field of view to enhance contrast on objects in interest. This enhances the

appropriate details by providing more color resolution on the target(s) of interest instead of applying the AGC on

the entire frame. See section 6.5.9 of the Boson Engineering Datasheet for more details. The TZ20 provides

three Region of Interest (ROI) options

FullFrameLower67%Lower50%

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7.6 Digital Detail Enhancement (DDE) and Advanced Digital Enhancement

(ADE)

These setting enable algorithms that can be utilized to help the user find low-contrast targets in high dynamic

range scenes. Similar to a sharpening filter, these nonlinear image processing algorithms are designed to

enhance the high spatial frequencies (edges) of targets in the image. ADE “On” is the default setting of the Vue

TZ20-R as most pilots prefer this view. Further details about DDE can be found at

https://www.flirmedia.com/MMC/CVS/Tech_Notes/TN_0003_EN.pdf.

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8 OPTIMIZING IMAGE QUALITY

Objects may appear out of focus if they are too close to the Vue TZ20-R. This is especially true when using the

5x, 10x, or 20x zoom feature. Ensure objects are at least 20 feet (6 m) from the Vue TZ20-R for best zoomed

focus.

Thermal image quality is best when viewing high-contrast scenes where there are object as various temperatures.

If image quality is lower than expected, record images on a high contrast scene to determine if there is a camera

problem or simply a low contrast scene situation where objects are nearly isothermal (similar temperatures).

Engage the ADE (default “on”) or DDE features to enhance the edges of images. This will create more contrast

and help target objects in the scene stand out more.

FIGURE 12. DDE VS ADE COMPARISONS AT 1X AND 5X

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