Zenmuse P1: User Manual
Zenmuse P1: User Manual
Zenmuse P1: User Manual
2021.04
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Caution
1. When not in use, store the ZENMUSETM P1 in the storage case and replace the desiccant packet
as necessary to prevent fogging the lenses due to excessive ambient humidity. If the lenses fog up,
the water vapor will usually dissipate after powering on the device for a while. It is recommended to
store the P1 in an environment with a relative humidity of less than 40% and temperature of 20±5° C.
2. DO NOT place the product under direct sunlight, in areas with poor ventilation, or near a heat
source such as a heater.
3. DO NOT repeatedly power the product on or off. After powering off, wait at least 30 seconds before
powering back on. Otherwise, the product life will be affected.
4. Under stable laboratory conditions, the P1 achieves an IP4X protection rating by IEC60529
standards. The protection rating is not permanent, however, and may reduce over an extended
period.
5. Make sure there is no liquid on the surface or in the port of the gimbal.
6. Make sure the gimbal is securely installed on the aircraft and the SD card slot cover is closed
properly.
7. Make sure the surface of the gimbal is dry before opening the SD card slot cover.
8. DO NOT remove or insert the SD card when taking a photo or recording a video.
9. DO NOT touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Be careful to avoid scratching the surface of
the lens with sharp objects. Otherwise, the quality of images may be affected.
10. Clean the surface of the camera lens with a soft, dry, clean cloth. DO NOT use alkaline detergents.
11. DO NOT press the lens release button while attaching the lens. DO NOT repeatedly disassemble
and assemble the lens unless necessary.
12. DO NOT plug or unplug the lens after powering on.
13. DO NOT plug or unplug the P1 after powering on. Press the power button on the aircraft to power
off instead of removing the P1 directly from the aircraft.
14. Make sure to use a storage case when transporting the P1 as the gimbal is a precision instrument.
Product Profile 6
Introduction 6
Installation 7
Supported Aircraft 7
Supported Lenses 7
Installing a Camera Lens 7
Installing on the Aircraft 8
Gimbal Rotating Range 9
Compatible Lenses 10
MTF 10
Lens Specifications 11
Mounting Filters/Protector 12
Enterprise Applications 16
Smart Oblique Description 16
Nap-Of-The-Object Photogrammetry Description 17
Oblique Mission 20
Linear Flight Mission 21
Waypoint Flight 21
Data Storage 22
Photo File 22
Image Log File 23
GNSS Observation File 24
Maintenance 25
Exporting Log 25
Firmware Update 25
Specifications 26
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* DO NOT press the lens release button while attaching the lens.
Supported Lenses
The P1 currently supports the following lenses when used with the DJI DL-Mount and will support
additional lenses in future.
DJI DL 24mm F2.8 LS ASPH Lens
DJI DL 35mm F2.8 LS ASPH Lens
DJI DL 50mm F2.8 LS ASPH Lens
The DJI DL 35mm F2.8 LS ASPH Lens is included with the Zenmuse P1. Contact local dealers
for more information on how to purchase other compatible lenses. Refer to Specifications to
check supported lens models.
Only use supported lenses. Otherwise, the accuracy of surveying and mapping may be
affected.
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3. Align the two lens mount indexes on the camera body and camera lens and insert the camera lens
into the camera body.
4. Rotate the camera lens clockwise until it clicks into place.
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5. Rotate the camera lens counter-clockwise after mounting the lens to make sure the lens is firmly
attached.
DO NOT press the lens release button while attaching the lens.
Mount the camera lens with the lens mount facing downward to prevent dust from entering
the sensor. Otherwise, the performance may be negatively affected.
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Make sure the gimbal connector on the aircraft is positioned correctly when mounting.
Otherwise, the camera cannot be mounted.
Remove the P1 by pressing the button on the aircraft to detach the gimbal and camera.
Place the P1 in the storage case with the lens attached. It is not recommended to repeatedly
disassemble and assemble the lens.
Only remove the P1 after powering off the aircraft.
Detach the gimbal from the aircraft during transportation or storage. Otherwise, the service
life of the damper balls may be shortened or they may even be damaged.
Before takeoff, make sure that the SD card cover is closed properly. Otherwise, it may
obstruct the gimbal arm from moving and cause the motor to overload.
+55° +40°
0°
-55°
-320°
-130°
Horizon
+320°
Take off from flat and open ground. DO NOT block or touch the gimbal after powering on.
Make sure that the SD card cover is closed properly. Otherwise, it may obstruct the rotation
of the gimbal.
MTF
An MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) chart is used to measure the ability of a lens to reproduce
contrast and resolve details. Low spatial frequencies reflect overall contrast and high spatial frequencies
reflect detail resolution.
INF
INF
KM 16 - Feb -16
KM 16 - Feb -16
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1.0
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MFT F
0.5
MT
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0.4
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MFT F
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MT
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KM 16 - Feb -16
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MTF
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Lens Specifications
DJI DL 24mm F2.8 LS DJI DL 35mm F2.8 LS DJI DL 50mm F2.8 LS
Lens
ASPH Lens ASPH Lens ASPH Lens
Focal Length 24 mm 35 mm 50 mm
Aperture Range f/2.8 - f/16 f/2.8 - f/16 f/2.8 - f/16
FOV* 82.440° (72.180°×51.800°) 63.000° (53.630°×36.960°) 46.200° (38.800°×26.270°)
Close Focus 0.65 m 0.85 m 0.93 m
Filter Diameter 46 mm 46 mm 46 mm
Elements/Groups/ASPH 9/8/3 9/8/3 9/7/2
Barrel Dimensions Ø 55.0×71.2 mm Ø 55.0×71.2 mm Ø 55.0×71.2 mm
(diameter×length) (incl. lens hood) (incl. lens hood) (incl. lens hood)
Weight Approx. 178 g Approx. 180 g Approx. 182 g
Relationship between
ground sample distance
GSD=L/55 GSD=L/80 GSD=L/114
(GSD) and shooting
distance (L) **
* The sensor size is 43. 3 mm (36.045 mm×24.024 mm), and the frame ratio is 3:2.
** GSD: unit in cm/pixel, L: unit in m.
Mounting Filters/Protector
1. Rotate and remove the lens hood.
2. Rotate and remove the balancing ring.
3. Mount the new filter or protector and the lens hood. When mounting the lens hood, first align the
small red dot on the lens hood with the red dot on the lens and rotate the lens hood to align the
large red dot with the dot on the lens.
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4. Do not mount the lens hood if two lens filters are attached. Note that the amount of lens flare will
increase without the lens hood.
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1. Left Dial
Turn to adjust the tilt of the gimbal.
2. Record Button
Press to start or stop recording video.
3. Shutter Button
Press to take a photo. The photo mode can be set to single or interval in DJI Pilot. Single photos
can also be taken during video recording.
4. Right Dial
Turn to adjust the pan of the gimbal.
5. 5D Button
The default functions of the 5D button are listed below and can be customized in DJI Pilot.
Left: Decrease EV value
Right: Increase EV value
6. Customizable Button C2
The default function is to switch between the main and auxiliary screen. The function for this button
can be customized in DJI Pilot.
7. Customizable Button C1
The default function is to recenter the gimbal. The function for this button can be customized in DJI
Pilot.
Basic Features
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55% 3.72v
In-Flight (RTK) RTK
44 5.8G
R
56% 3.72v
19:29
ISO
Shutter ISO Shutter
EV EV
1/1000
100 100 1/1000
0 0 AF/MF AE
3468 3468
MENU 5
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FPV
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30
SPD
05.2 130.2 ALT
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m/s m
WS 04.0 2.5 VS
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1234.5 ASL
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The interface may need to be updated. Make sure to update to the latest version.
1. Live HD Video
Displays the current camera view.
2. Camera Parameters
Displays the current camera parameters.
3. Focus Mode
Tap to switch between manual and auto focus.
4. Auto Exposure Lock
Tap to lock the exposure value.
5. Camera Settings
Tap to enter the photo and video settings. Tap to configure photo settings such as photo mode
and image format. Tap to configure video settings such as video size and format. Tap to
configure the grid. The settings may vary according to the camera model.
6. Gimbal Slider
Displays the tilt angle of the gimbal.
7. Recording Mode (Shutter/Video Record)
Tap to switch between photo and video recording modes.
AUTO
S A M
ISO
500
AUTO
Aperture
Shutter
M.M
Photo Number 1 3 4 5
B. During a Smart Oblique flight, each flight route segment is composed of a shooting sequence and
each photo in the sequence can be taken in a different direction.
Shooting Direction
Forward Backward Left Right Orthophoto
C. The flight area will vary depending on the mapping area, flight height, and gimbal pitch. The flight
area will also vary when the mapping area is the same, but the flight height or gimbal pitch vary. See
below for more information.
Shooting Direction
Only supported when using Matrice 300 RTK and Zenmuse P1 together. Make sure Smart
Oblique is enabled in the mapping mission settings.
Aperture Setting
To obtain high-resolution photos when lighting conditions are good, users can select a smaller aperture
that shortens the hyperfocal distance and reduces the GSD.
Choose the largest possible aperture that meets the required resolution to obtain the largest possible
luminous flux. If lighting conditions are good, use a faster shutter speed to avoid motion blur.
It is recommended to use an aperture of f/5.6-f/11.
Aperture Parameters
Aperture
24mm Lens 35mm Lens 50mm Lens
Range
Minimum GSD Minimum GSD Minimum GSD
shooting distance (mm/pixel) shooting distance (mm/pixel) shooting distance (mm/pixel)
between P1 and between P1 and between P1 and
the object (m) the object (m) the object (m)
2.8 23.4 4.2 49.7 6 101 8.9
5.6 11.7 2.1 25 3 50 4.4
8 8.2 1.5 17.5 2 35 3.1
11 5.9 1.06 12.6 1.6 25.8 2.3
16 4.1 0.75 8.7 1 17.8 1.5
Preparation
1. Make sure the P1 is installed correctly on the aircraft and that the aircraft and remote controller are
linked after powering on.
2. Go to camera view in DJI Pilot, select , then RTK, choose the RTK service type, and make sure
that the status of the RTK positioning and heading are both FIX.
3. Set the RTH altitude, Home Point, and Failsafe behavior based on the obstacles within the flight
route. When flying near a GEO zone, it is recommended to set the flight altitude at least 5 meters
below the altitude limit of the GEO zone.
Mapping Mission
1. Enter the mission flight screen in DJI Pilot, select Create a Route, and to choose a Mapping mission.
Tap and drag on the map to adjust the area that will be scanned and tap + to add a waypoint.
2. Edit parameters:
A. Select Zenmuse P1 (35mm) as the camera type according to the lens type. A 35mm lens is used
as an example.
B. Set the altitude, takeoff speed, route speed, the action upon completion, and enable elevation
optimization.
C. In Advanced Settings, set the side overlap ratio, forward overlap ratio, course angle, margin, and
photo mode.
D. In Payload Settings, set the focus mode and dewarping.
During an orthophoto operation, it is recommended to adjust the route speed to the maximum value and
enable elevation optimization. Set the focus mode to First Waypoint Autofocus and disable dewarping.
3. Select to save the mission and select to upload and execute the flight mission.
4. Power off the aircraft after the mission is completed and remove the SD card from the P1. Connect
it to a computer and check photos and files.
Smart Oblique
Smart Oblique can be enabled in Mapping mission.
GPS
12 2.4G 80% 26.1v
100% 26.1v
19:29
224.8m
245.8m 245.8m
-45°
224.8m S
H20 T
1. Enter the mission flight screen in DJI Pilot, select Create a Route, and to choose a Mapping mission.
Tap and drag on the map to adjust the area that will be scanned and tap + to add a waypoint.
2. Edit parameters:
A. Select the camera type.
B. Enable Smart Oblique.
C. Set the gimbal angle, display altitude/height, takeoff point to target surface, takeoff speed, and
the action upon completion.
D. In Advanced Settings, set the side overlap ratio, forward overlap ratio, and course angle.
E. In Payload Settings, set the focus mode and dewarping.
During a Smart Oblique flight, the aircraft will fly as efficiently as possible by adjusting the flight
speed according to the number of photos taken in each flight route segment.
It is recommended to set the gimbal angle to -45°, set the mapping area focus mode to First
Waypoint Autofocus, disable dewarping, and select the photo format as JPEG.
3. Select to save the mission and select to upload and execute the flight mission.
4. Power off the aircraft after the mission is complete and remove the SD card from the P1. Connect it
to a computer and check photos and files.
Terrain Follow
To perform a precise Terrain Follow flight, enable Terrain Follow in Mapping mission and import the DSM
file including the altitude information.
Preparing Files
The DSM files of the measurement area can be obtained through the following two methods:
A. Collect the 2D data of the mapping area and perform a 2D reconstruction through DJI Terra by
selecting Fruit Tree. A .tif file will be generated and can be imported to the microSD card of the
remote controller.
B. Download the terrain mapping data from a geobrowser and import to the microSD card of the
remote controller.
Make sure that the DSM file is a geographic coordinate system file, and not a projected
coordinate system file. Otherwise, the imported file may not be recognized. It is recommended
that the resolution of the imported file should be no more than 10 meters.
100% 26.1v
19:29
245.8m
224.8m 245.8m
S 224.8m
200
25 500
Oblique Mission
1. Enter the mission flight screen in DJI Pilot, select Create a Route or import a KML file, and then
select to choose an Oblique mission. Tap and drag on the map to adjust the area that will be
surveyed and tap + to add a waypoint.
2. Edit the parameters:
A. Select the camera type.
B. Set the gimbal pitch (oblique), altitude, takeoff speed, route speed, and action upon completion.
C. In Advanced Settings, set the side overlap ratio, forward overlap ratio, side overlap ratio (oblique),
forward overlap ratio (oblique), course angle margin, and photo mode.
3. Select to save the mission and select to upload and execute the flight mission.
4. Power off the aircraft after the mission is complete and remove the SD card from the P1. Connect it
to a computer and check photos and files.
Waypoint Flight
Read the Mission Flight section in the Matrice 300 RTK User Manual for more information about
waypoint flight.
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1. Photo series number: the series number of the image log file stored in this folder.
2. GPS TOW: when the photo was taken expressed in GPS TOW.
3. GPS Week: when the photo was taken expressed in GPS week.
4. Compensation value in the north direction: unit is in mm and the north direction is represented by a
positive value.
5. Compensation value in the east direction: unit is in mm and the east direction is represented by a
positive value.
6. Compensation value in the elevation direction: unit is in mm and the downward direction is
represented by a positive value.
7. Longitude after compensation.
8. Latitude after compensation.
9. Ellipsoid height.
10 Positioning standard deviation in north direction.
11. Positioning standard deviation in east direction.
12. Positioning standard deviation in elevation direction.
13. Positioning status.
Firmware Update
Using DJI Pilot
1. Make sure that the P1 is securely mounted onto the aircraft, that there is a strong connection
between the aircraft and remote controller and other DJI devices used with the aircraft, and that all
devices are powered on.
2. Go to HMS in DJI Pilot, select Firmware Update, then Zenmuse P1, and follow the on-screen
instructions to update the firmware. All available devices can be updated at the same time by
selecting Update All.
Using SD Card
Make sure that the P1 is securely mounted onto the aircraft and the aircraft is powered off. Check that
there is enough free space on the SD card and the Intelligent Flight Batteries are fully charged.
1. Visit the Zenmuse P1 product page on the DJI official website and go to downloads.
2. Download the latest firmware file.
3. Copy the downloaded firmware update file to the root directory of the SD card.
4. Insert the SD card into the SD card slot of the P1.
5. Power on the aircraft. The gimbal and camera perform an auto-check and will start to update
automatically. The gimbal will beep to indicate the status of the firmware update.
6. Restart the device after the firmware update is complete.
Make sure that there is only one firmware update file on the SD card.
Do not power off the aircraft or detach the gimbal and camera while updating the firmware.
It is recommended to delete the firmware update file on the SD card once the firmware is updated.
Photo: 100-25600
ISO Range
Video: 100-25600
Video Format MP4, MOV
16:9 (1920×1080)
Video Resolution
16:9 (3840×2160) ③
Frame Rate 60 fps
Gimbal
Stabilized System 3-axis (tilt, roll, pan)
Angular Vibration Range ±0.01°
Mount Detachable DJI SKYPORT
Tilt: -130° to +40°
Controllable Range Roll: -55° to +55°
Pan: ±320°
① Absolute accuracy measured with an aircraft with a GSD of 3 cm, flight speed of 15 m/s, 75% forward overlap ratio, and 55%
side overlap ratio.
② Aperture value no larger than f/5.6. The camera will automatically switch to the electronic shutter when the shutter speed is
larger than 1/10 s.
③ Only 35mm lens supported.
If you have any questions about this document, please contact DJI by
sending a message to [email protected].