dji Matrice 30 Series Industrial Grade Mapping Inspection Drones User Guide

June 10, 2024
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dji Matrice 30 Series Industrial Grade Mapping Inspection Drones

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PRODUCT

Product Information

The Matrice 30 Series Aircraft is designed with an airframe that has an IP55 rating in accordance with the global IEC 60529 standard, ensuring flight in all weather conditions. The aircraft has mounted folding arms and propellers that make it easy to transport and store. The aircraft also features a PSDK port, allowing users to expand its applications. It comes equipped with a FPV camera, forward and backward vision systems, infrared sensing systems, microSD card slot, upward vision system, upward infrared sensing system, and motors. The M30 and M30T are equipped with different cameras. The DJI RC Plus remote controller features O3 Enterprise, the latest version of DJI’s signature OCUSYNCTM image transmission technology, and can transmit a live HD view from the camera of an aircraft to display on the touchscreen. The remote controller comes with a variety of functions such as GNSS, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, and supports 65W fast charging with a maximum operating time of 3 hours 18 minutes with the internal battery and up to 6 hours when used with an external WB37 intelligent battery.

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Before using the Matrice 30 Series Aircraft, read the disclaimer and safety guidelines for the Vision and Infrared Sensing Systems as they are affected by surrounding conditions.
  2. To prepare for flight, unfold the frame arms and lock them directly using the Frame Arm Folding Buttons.
  3. Insert the TB30 Intelligent Flight Battery into the aircraft and press the Power Button/Indicator to turn it on. The Battery Level LEDs will show the battery level.
  4. Use the DJI RC Plus remote controller to control the aircraft and operate the camera. Press the Power Button to turn it on. Use the Control Sticks to maneuver the aircraft and the L1/L2/L3/R1/R2/R3 Buttons to customize its functions. The Return to Home (RTH) Button will bring the aircraft back to its takeoff position. The internal GNSS Antennas will help you track the aircraft’s location.
  5. The DJI RC Plus remote controller comes with a touchscreen that displays a live HD view from the camera of the aircraft. It also has customizable buttons that can easily control the aircraft and operate the camera.
  6. To charge the remote controller, use the included charger or an external WB37 intelligent battery. The remote controller supports 65W fast charging and has a maximum operating time of 3 hours 18 minutes with the internal battery and up to 6 hours when used with an external WB37 intelligent battery.
  7. Do not disassemble the product without the assistance of a DJI authorized
  8. dealer, except for components allowed to be disassembled by users in this guide, otherwise it will not be covered under warranty.

Matrice 30 Series Aircraft

The DJITM MATRICETM 30 Series (M30/M30T) is a powerful
industrial drone platform with a multi-redundancy flight controller system, 6 directional sensing and positioning system [1], precise three-axis gimbal, high-performance multi-camera load, and a new FPV camera with night vision. The DJI Pilot 2 app can be used to observe the real-time view from the cameras and take photos and videos. The aircraft boasts a flight time of up to 41 minutes [2] thanks to the advanced power management system along with the dual batteries that ensure power supply and enhance flight safety.

Its airframe design gives it an IP55 rating, in accordance with the global IEC 60529 standard, which effectively guarantees flight in all weather. The mechanical design, along with mounted folding arms and propellers, makes it easy to transport and store. The arms can be locked directly after unfolding, which can reduce the time needed to prepare for flight. The aircraft is also equipped with a PSDK port so users can broaden its applications. The built-in DJI AirSense system detects nearby aircraft in the surrounding airspace, providing alerts in the DJI Pilot 2 app to ensure safety. Safety during takeoff, flight, and landing are improved with the safety beacons that help to identify the aircraft during flight and the auxiliary lights allow the vision positioning system to achieve an even greater performance at night or when there is low light. The built-in RTK provides more accurate navigational data for positioning to meet accurate operation requirements and ensure safety.

PRODUCT FEATURES

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  1. FPV Camera
  2. Forward Infrared Sensing System
  3. Forward Vision System
  4. Left and Right Vision Systems
  5. Left and Right Infrared Sensing Systems
  6. microSD Card Slot
  7. Upward Vision System
  8. Upward Infrared Sensing System
  9. Power Button/Indicator
  10. PSDK Port
  11. Upward Beacon
  12. Assistant Port
  13. Frame Arm Folding Buttons
  14. Frame Arms
  15. Motors
  16. Propellers
  17. Aircraft Rear Indicators
  18. GNSS Antennas
  19. Video Transmission Antennas
  20. Aircraft Front Indicators
  21. Gimbal and Camera [3]
  22. Backward Vision System
  23. Backward Infrared Sensing System
  24. Air Vent
  25. TB30 Intelligent Flight Battery
  26. Battery Level LEDs
  27. Battery Level Button
  28. Battery Release Toggle
  29. Downward Vision System
  30. Downward Infrared Sensing System
  31. Bottom Auxiliary Light
  32. Downward Beacon
  33. Dongle Compartment

DO NOT disassemble the product without the assistance of a DJI authorized dealer (except for components allowed to be disassembled by users in this guide), otherwise it will not be covered under warranty.

  1. The Vision and Infrared Sensing Systems are affected by surrounding conditions. Read the disclaimer and safety guidelines for more information.
  2. The maximum flight time was tested in a lab environment and is for reference only.
  3. The M30 and M30T are equipped with different cameras. Refer to the actual product purchased.

DJI RC Plus

The DJI RC Plus remote controller features O3 Enterprise, the latest version of DJI’s signature OCUSYNCTM image transmission technology, and can transmit a live HD view from the camera of an aircraft to display on the touchscreen. The remote controller comes with a wide range of functional buttons as well as customizable buttons, which can easily control the aircraft and operate the camera.
The remote controller has a protection rating of IP54 (IEC 60529).

The built-in 7.02 inch high brightness 1200 cd/m2 screen boasts a resolution of 1920×1200 pixels. The Android operating system comes with a variety of functions such as GNSS, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. The remote controller supports 65W fast charging and has a maximum operating time of 3 hours 18 minutes [1] with the internal battery and up to 6 hours when used with an external WB37 intelligent battery. [2]

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  1. External RC Antennas
  2. Touchscreen
  3. Aircraft Authority Button [3]
  4. Control Sticks
  5. Internal Wi-Fi Antennas
  6. Back/Function Button
  7. L1/L2/L3/R1/R2/R3 Buttons
  8. Return to Home (RTH) Button
  9. Microphones
  10. Status LED
  11. Battery Level LEDs
  12. Internal GNSS Antennas
  13. Power Button
  14. 5D Button
  15. Flight Pause Button
  16. C3 Button (customizable)
  17. Left Dial
  18. Record Button
  19. Flight Mode Switch
  20. Internal RC Antennas
  21. microSD Card Slot
  22. USB-A Port
  23. HDMI Port
  24. USB-C Port
  25. Focus/Shutter Button
  26. Right Dial
  27.  Scroll Wheel
  28. Handle
  29. Speaker
  30. Air Vent
  31. Reserved Mounting Holes
  32. C1 Button (customizable)
  33. C2 Button (customizable)
  34. Rear Cover
  35. Battery Release Button
  36. Battery Compartment
  37. Rear Cover Release Button
  38. Alarm
  39. Air Intake
  40. Dongle Compartment
  41. M4 Threaded Holes
  42. The maximum operating time was tested in a lab environment and is for reference only.
  43. The WB37 Intelligent Battery is not included. Refer to the WB37 Intelligent Battery Safety Guidelines for more information.
  44. When flying a Matrice series aircraft, the aircraft authority button is used to take control of the aircraft and indicate the aircraft control status.

Using M30/M30T

Activating and Charging the Remote Controller

Activating and Charging the Internal Battery

  • The remote controller cannot be powered on before activating the internal battery.
  • Make sure to use the included USB-C to USB-C cable for optimal charging.
  1. Connect the BS30 Intelligent Battery Station to a power outlet using the AC power adaptor cable.
  2. Connect the battery station and the remote controller USB-C ports using a USB-C to USB-C cable.
  3. The battery level LEDs start to flash to indicate that the Internal battery is activated.
  4. It takes approximately 2 hours to fully charge the remote controller internal battery.
    • It is recommended to use the DJI BS30 Battery Station for charging. Otherwise, use a certified USB-C charger with a maximum rated power of 65 W and maximum voltage of 20 V such as the DJI 65W Portable Charger.
    • Fully discharge and charge the remote controller every three months. The battery depletes when stored for an extended period.

Powering on and Activating the Remote Controller

Check battery level: press once.
Power on/off: press and then press and hold for two seconds.
The remote controller needs to be activated before using for the first time. Follow the prompts to activate.

Refer to the Matrice 30 Series User Manual for more information about the internal and external batteries.

Charging the TB30 Batteries and WB37 Battery

  1. Connect the battery station to a power outlet using the AC power adaptor cable.
  2. Press the power button once to power on the battery station.
  3. Insert the TB30 batteries and WB37 battery (excluded) into the battery ports to start charging. For the TB30 batteries, make sure the charging mode is set to the correct mode.
    • Storage Mode: Each battery pair is charged to 50% in sequence and kept at 50% after charging. *
    • Ready-to-Fly Mode: Each battery pair is charged to 90% in sequence and kept at 90% after charging. *
    • Standard Mode: Each battery pair is charged to 100% in sequence.
      • The battery station should be powered on to maintain the battery level in Storage Mode and Ready-to-Fly Mode.
    • The battery station will automatically warm up a TB30 battery to 18° C (64.4° F) before charging if the temperature of the battery is lower than 10° C (50° F) when inserted.
    • Refer to the BS30 Intelligent Battery Station User Guide for more information about the charging and the LEDs.

Preparing the Remote Controller Mounting the WB37 Intelligent Battery

WB37 battery (excluded) can be mounted onto the remote controller in the following steps.

  1. Push the rear cover release button to the end to open the rear cover.
  2. Insert the WB37 battery into the battery compartment and push it to the top. There will be a clicking sound to indicate the battery is installed firmly.
  3. Close the rear cover.

Charging time for a WB37 battery with 0% power:

  • When it is mounted on the remote controller and the internal battery power is 0%: approximately two hours (the internal battery will be fully charged simultaneously)
  • When it is mounted on the remote controller and the internal battery power is 100%: approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes
  • When it is inserted into the BS30 battery station: approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes

To remove the WB37 battery, press and hold the battery release button and push the battery downward.

Adjusting the Antennas

Lift and adjust the antennas. The strength of the remote controller signal is affected by the position of the antennas.

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Adjust the direction of the external RC antennas and make sure their flat side is facing the aircraft, so that the controller and aircraft are within the optimal transmission zone.

A prompt will appear in DJI Pilot 2 if the transmission signal is weak during flight. Adjust the antennas to make sure that the aircraft is in the optimal transmission range.

Preparing the Aircraft

Unfolding the Aircraft

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  1. Unfold the frame arms on both sides in the same way. Make sure the frame arm folding buttons pop out so that the frame arms are locked firmly.
  2. Unfold the propellers and rotate the gimbal pitch axis to 0° to unlock the gimbal.
  • Push to the end and hold the frame arm folding button to fold the frame arm.
  • Follow the diagram to fold and store the propellers.
  • Power off and rotate the gimbal pitch axis to +90° to lock the gimbal after each operation to protect the gimbal.

Mounting the TB30 Batteries and Checking the Battery Level

  1. Insert two TB30 batteries. Make sure the battery release toggles are in the same position as shown in the diagram.
  2. Press the battery level button to check the battery level.
    Adjust the battery release toggles to the position shown to remove TB30 batteries.

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Getting Ready for Takeoff

Powering On the Aircraft
Power on/off: press and then press and hold. The power button indicator glows solid after powering on.

Tap DJI Pilot 2 on the remote controller touchscreen to activate the aircraft for the first time. A DJI account and internet connection are required.

Linking
The remote controller is already linked to the aircraft when it is purchased together as part of a combo. Otherwise,
follow the steps below to link the remote controller and the aircraft after activation.

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  1. Power on the remote controller and the aircraft.
  2. Run DJI Pilot 2 and tap Remote Controller Linking to link. The status LED of the remote controller will blink blue and the remote controller will beep during linking.
  3. Press and hold the power button of the aircraft for at least five seconds. The aircraft power indicator will blink and will beep twice to indicate linking has started. When linking is successful, the aircraft rear indicators will blink green while the remote controller will beep twice and the remote controller status LEDs will glow solid.

Pre-Flight Checklist

  • A. Make sure the remote controller and the aircraft batteries are fully charged, the TB30 batteries are installed firmly, and the battery release toggles are locked.
  • B. Make sure the propellers are securely mounted and not damaged or deformed, that there are no foreign objects in or on the motors or propellers, that the propeller blades and arms are unfolded, and that the frame arm folding buttons are popped out in the locked position.
  • C. Make sure the lenses of the vision systems, cameras, FPV, the glass of the infrared sensors, and the auxiliary lights are clean and not blocked in any way.
  • D. Make sure the gimbal is unlocked and the camera is facing the front of the aircraft.
  • E. Make sure the covers of microSD card slot, the PSDK port, and the dongle compartment have been closed firmly.
  • F. Make sure the remote controller antennas are adjusted to the proper position.
  • G. Power on the aircraft and the remote controller, toggle the flight mode switch to N-mode. Make sure the status LED and the aircraft authority button on the remote controller are solid green. This indicates that the aircraft and the remote controller are linked and the remote controller is in control of the aircraft.
  • H. Place the aircraft on open and flat ground. Make sure there is no obstacles, buildings, or trees nearby, and that the aircraft is 5 m away from the pilot. The pilot should be facing the rear of the aircraft.
  • I. To ensure flight safety, enter the flight view of DJI Pilot 2 and check the parameters on the pre-flight checklist such as the control stick mode, RTH height, obstacle distance, and failsafe settings. It is recommended to set the failsafe action to RTH.
  • J. Divide the airspace for flight when multiple aircraft are operating simultaneously in order to avoid collision mid-air.

Flight

Control Stick Mode

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The default control stick mode is Mode 2. The left control stick controls the altitude and heading of the aircraft while the right control stick controls the forward, backward, and sideward movements.

Manual Takeoff/Landing

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  1. Start/stop motors: perform Combination Stick Command and hold for two seconds.
  2. Takeoff: slowly push the left control stick (Mode 2) up to take off.
  3. Landing: slowly push the left control stick (Mode 2) down until the aircraft lands. Hold for three seconds to stop the motors.
    Refer to the Matrice 30 Series User Manual for more information about features and applications.

Specifications

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