FLIR Duo Pro R Operating Manual
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Official Publication Date: December 2017
Duo Pro R
User Guide
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 SCOPE ..............................................................................................................................................................4
1.2 REVISION HISTORY .....................................................................................................................................4
2 RESOURCES ..........................................................................................................................................................5
2.1 FLIR WEBSITE / TECH SUPPORT INFORMATION ..................................................................................5
2.2 FLIR SYSTEMS DOCUMENTS .....................................................................................................................5
2.3 EXTERNAL DOCUMENTS ...........................................................................................................................5
2.4 ABBREVIATIONS / ACRONYMS ................................................................................................................6
3 WHAT’S IN THE BOX ..........................................................................................................................................7
3.1 UNPACKING YOUR CAMERA ....................................................................................................................8
3.1.1 FLIR Duo Pro R Camera ...........................................................................................................................8
3.1.2 Bench Cable ..............................................................................................................................................8
3.1.3 MicroSD Cards ..........................................................................................................................................9
3.1.4 Integration Cable .....................................................................................................................................10
3.1.5 GPS Antenna ...........................................................................................................................................11
3.1.6 USB Type-C Cable ..................................................................................................................................12
4 Connecting to the Camera .....................................................................................................................................13
4.1 MECHANICAL INTERFACE .......................................................................................................................13
4.1.1 SIZE / WEIGHT ......................................................................................................................................13
4.1.2 MOUNTING ...........................................................................................................................................13
4.2 ELECTRICAL INTERFACE .........................................................................................................................14
4.2.1 Bench Testing ..........................................................................................................................................14
4.2.2 COTS USB-C Cables ..............................................................................................................................14
4.2.3 Micro HDMI............................................................................................................................................14
4.2.4 Accessory Port .........................................................................................................................................15
4.3 Software Interface...........................................................................................................................................16
4.4 Connecting to a MAVLink Compatible Flight Controller .............................................................................16
4.5 Camera Operation ...........................................................................................................................................16
5 The FLIR UAS App ..............................................................................................................................................19
5.1 Home Screen ..................................................................................................................................................19
5.1.1 View Mode ..............................................................................................................................................20
5.1.2 Scene .......................................................................................................................................................20
5.1.2.1 Scene Presets ................................................................................................................................21
5.1.2.2 Region of Interest (ROI) ...............................................................................................................21
5.1.2.3 DDE ..............................................................................................................................................22
5.1.2.4 ACE ..............................................................................................................................................22
5.1.2.5 SSO ...............................................................................................................................................22
5.1.2.6 Save Custom Scene Presets ..........................................................................................................22
5.1.3 IR Palette .................................................................................................................................................22
5.1.4 MSX ........................................................................................................................................................24
5.1.5 FFC ..........................................................................................................................................................24
5.1.6 Zoom .......................................................................................................................................................24
5.1.7 Measure ...................................................................................................................................................25
5.1.8 Capture ....................................................................................................................................................25
5.1.8.1 Single ............................................................................................................................................25
5.1.8.2 Multiple ........................................................................................................................................25
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5.1.8.3 Video ............................................................................................................................................25
5.1.8.4 Record...........................................................................................................................................25
5.2 Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................26
5.2.1 Capture ....................................................................................................................................................26
5.2.1.1 Capture Settings ............................................................................................................................26
5.2.1.2 Thermal.........................................................................................................................................26
5.2.1.3 Radiometry ...................................................................................................................................27
5.2.1.4 Isotherm ........................................................................................................................................29
5.2.1.5 Video Output ................................................................................................................................30
5.2.2 Controller.................................................................................................................................................31
5.2.3 Camera.....................................................................................................................................................35
6 File Formats ...........................................................................................................................................................38
6.1 Visible Video Formats ....................................................................................................................................38
6.2 Infrared: Still File Types.................................................................................................................................38
6.2.1 Radiometric JPG (or “RJPEG”, for short) ...............................................................................................38
6.2.2 TIFF .........................................................................................................................................................39
6.2.3 8-bit JPG ..................................................................................................................................................40
6.3 Infrared: Video File Types .............................................................................................................................40
6.3.1 14-bit (RJPEG) ........................................................................................................................................40
6.3.2 14-bit (TIFF)............................................................................................................................................40
6.3.3 8-bit (H264) .............................................................................................................................................41
6.4 Recommended Application Links ..................................................................................................................42
7 Care of FLIR Duo Pro R .......................................................................................................................................43
Appendix A - Software and Firmware Update .........................................................................................................44
Appendix B - MAVLink Implementation ................................................................................................................46
List of Figures
Figure 1. Duo Pro R...................................................................................................................................................8
Figure 2. Bench Cable ...............................................................................................................................................9
Figure 3. Integration Cable ......................................................................................................................................10
Figure 4. GPS Antenna Cable .................................................................................................................................11
Figure 5. HDMI Port Pinout ....................................................................................................................................15
Figure 6. Accessory Port drawing. Dimension A is 11.25mm, Dimension B is 15.75mm .....................................16
Figure 7. LED Description ......................................................................................................................................17
Figure 8. Home Screen ............................................................................................................................................19
Figure 9. Video Mode..............................................................................................................................................20
Figure 10. Scene Presets ..........................................................................................................................................21
Figure 11. Color Palettes .........................................................................................................................................23
Figure 12. MSX Parameter Adjustment ..................................................................................................................24
Figure 13. Settings Button .......................................................................................................................................26
Figure 14. Radiometric Settings ..............................................................................................................................27
Figure 15. Spot Meter ..............................................................................................................................................28
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Figure 16. Scene Meter ............................................................................................................................................29
Figure 17: Isotherm Adjustment menu .....................................................................................................................30
Figure 18. Capture Settings .....................................................................................................................................31
Figure 19. Controller Settings .................................................................................................................................32
Figure 20. PWM Functions .....................................................................................................................................32
Figure 21. MAVLink Settings .................................................................................................................................34
Figure 22. Camera Tab ............................................................................................................................................36
Figure 23. Firmware Upgrade .................................................................................................................................37
Figure 24. Using ResearchIR to convert pixel values .............................................................................................40
Figure 25. Firmware Upgrade Prompts ...................................................................................................................45
List of Tables
Table 1. Duo Pro R Lens Options (FOV is Horizontal x Vertical) ...........................................................................7
Table 2. Duo Pro R Accessory Port Pinout .............................................................................................................15
Table 3. Thermal Image Formats Recorded on microSD Card ...............................................................................38
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 SCOPE
Designed for professional use, FLIR’s Duo Pro R camera system is more than a thermal camera. It is
a thermal measurement instrument and data recorder that adds tremendous value to sUAS
operations and services. This guide shows how to get the plug-and-play FLIR Duo Pro R camera
connected & configured to suit your mission needs.
1.2 REVISION HISTORY
Version
Date
Comments
1.0
12/08/2017
Initial Release
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2 RESOURCES
Here is a sample of some of the resources that can be found:
2.1 FLIR WEBSITE / TECH SUPPORT INFORMATION
In several locations throughout this document, FLIR’s Duo Pro R website are referenced as a source
of additional information. This website can be accessed via the following URL:
http://www.flir.com/suas
Additionally, FLIR’s Technical Support department is referenced as a resource for obtaining
additional help or information. The department can be accessed via the following email address:
flirsuas-support@flir.com. FLIR’s OEM Tech Services department can also be reached at sbacores@flir.com.
2.2 FLIR SYSTEMS DOCUMENTS
Find the latest documentation, listed below for reference, at www.flir.com/suas/duopro
Document Title
Duo Pro R Quickstart Guide
(Web Link)
Duo Pro R Datasheet
(Web Link)
FLIR Duo Pro R Technical Drawing
(Web Link)
FLIR Duo Pro STEP File
(Standard Configs)
(640-25mm Config)
UAS Radiometry Tech Note
(Web Link)
Interface Requirements Specification for FLIR TIFF File Format
(Web Link)
2.3 EXTERNAL DOCUMENTS
Document Title
MAVLink Protocol
(Web Link)
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2.4 ABBREVIATIONS / ACRONYMS
Abbreviation/
Acronym
Components
AGC
Automatic Gain Control
DDE
Digital Detail Enhancement
ESD
Electrostatic Damage
FFC
Flat Field Correction
FOV
Field of View
GUI
Graphical User Interface
I/O
Input / Output
ICD
Interface Control Drawing / Document
IDD
Interface Description Drawing / Document
IMU
Internal Measurement Unit
LUT
Look-Up Table
LWIR
Long Wave Infrared
NTSC
National Television System Committee
OSD
On Screen Display
PAL
Phase Alternating Line
PWM
Pulse Width Modulation
RoHS
Reduction of Hazardous Substances
ROI
Region of Interest
TBD
To Be Determined
URL
Uniform Resource Locator
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3 WHAT’S IN THE BOX
The FLIR Duo Pro R system comprises a visible camera imager and a thermal longwave infrared
imager. The visible imager has a 4000 x 3000 pixel array with a pixel pitch of 2.8um, a 6.4mm
diagonal sensor, and a 4mm f/2.8 fixed focus lens. The visible camera lens is focused at infinity, and
objects closer than approximately 10 meters will appear out-of-focus. Focus position of the visible
camera cannot be changed. The field of view of the visible sensor is 56° x 45° (horizontal x vertical),
and the lens has a maximum distortion of 15.7% and a BFL of 10.02mm.
The LWIR core is based on FLIR’s Tau2 camera core. It has a 17um pixel pitch and comes in either
a 336x256 or 640x512 pixel array. Lens options and their corresponding fields of view are listed in
Table 1.
640 x 512
336 x 256
13 mm: 45° x 37°
9 mm: 35° x 27°
19 mm: 32° x 26°
13 mm: 25° x 19°
25 mm: 25° x 20°
19 mm: 17° x 13°
Table 1. Duo Pro R Lens Options (FOV is Horizontal x Vertical)
Please note: disassembling the camera can cause permanent damage and will void the warranty.
Operating the camera outside of the specified input voltage range or the specified operating
temperature range can cause permanent damage. The camera back is not sealed. Avoid exposure to
dust and moisture.
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3.1 UNPACKING YOUR CAMERA
FLIR Duo Pro R includes the following components:
3.1.1 FLIR Duo Pro R Camera
Figure 1. Duo Pro R
3.1.2 Bench Cable
The Bench Cable connects to the Duo Pro R via the 10-pin accessory port, and is designed for
benchtop testing prior to installing the camera on an airframe. The cable comprises an XT60
connector for power, an analog video RCA connector, and three servo-style connectors for PWM
signals.
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Figure 2. Bench Cable
3.1.3 MicroSD Cards
The microSD card slots are for storing images and/or video, and for upgrading camera firmware.
Maximum capacity is 64GB. A Class 10 or greater card should be used to achieve full camera
performance. RAW Thermal video files (14-bit (RJPG) and 14-bit (TIFF) files) are recorded to SD
Card 1. All other data are recorded on SD Card 2. See Section 6 for more details on file formats.
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3.1.4 Integration Cable
The Integration Cable is for connecting the FLIR Duo Pro R to a MAVLink-compatible autopilot
and/or standard R/C PWM outputs. The MAVLink interface operates at a default data rate of
57.6 kbps. See Table 2 for pin definitions and Section 5.2.2Error! Reference source not found.
for PWM signal profile.
Figure 3. Integration Cable
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3.1.5 GPS Antenna
The Duo Pro R includes an internal IMU that provides position information to the camera for
geolocating the image data. An appropriate antenna must be attached and mounted with a clear
view of the sky for proper operation.
The antenna included with the Duo Pro R is a Taoglas AA.162.301111.
There is also a small square of double-sided adhesive included with the Duo Pro R, which can be
used to attach the antenna body to your airframe.
Note: the antenna has a small magnet inserted in the base for mounting. FLIR recommends
removing this magnet and using the included double-sided adhesive in order to minimize magnetic
field interference during airframe operation.
Figure 4. GPS Antenna Cable
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3.1.6 USB Type-C Cable
The Duo Pro R includes a Type-C to Type-A USB cable, which can be used to transfer files from the
SD cards inserted in the camera to a computer.
NOTE: Connecting the Duo Pro R to a computer does NOT provide sufficient power for the camera
to function correctly. The Duo Pro R must be powered from an alternate source via the 10-pin
connector in order to transfer files to a computer. Most computer USB ports are not capable of
supplying enough power to power the Duo Pro R, and the camera will enter a constant reboot cycle
until additional power is provided through the accessory port.
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4 Connecting to the Camera
This section describes installation of necessary software, physical camera connections, and
software connection to the camera.
4.1 MECHANICAL INTERFACE
4.1.1 SIZE / WEIGHT
The overall size of the Duo Pro R is 69mm (h) x 87mm (w) x 82mm (d) (2.72 x 3.43 x 3.23 inches),
including the lens but excluding cables. Weight is between 325 and 375 grams, depending on lens
configuration. These mechanical specs do not take into consideration any additional mounting
hardware or cabling. For additional details, please see the Duo Pro R Technical Drawing referenced
in Section 2.2.
4.1.2 MOUNTING
The Duo Pro R camera provides two standard tripod mounting bolt holes on the bottom of the
camera. Either or both threaded inserts can be used to install ¼”-20 mounting hardware. Use of a
retaining compound such as VIBRA-TITE VC-3 is recommended.
Note: Do not exceed 5mm (0.2 in) maximum depth as internal damage could occur
and warranty will be void. Spacers are recommended for longer tripod mount
hardware.
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4.2 ELECTRICAL INTERFACE
4.2.1 Bench Testing
For initial bench testing, connect the 10-pin Accessory Port connector on the Bench Cable (see
Section 3.1.2) to the Accessory Port on the Duo Pro R camera. Connect the RCA plug on the Bench
Cable to an analog video monitor, or use the microHDMI video feed with a compatible monitor.
4.2.2 COTS USB-C Cables
FLIR Duo Pro R is USB 3.0 compliant and is compatible with many commercial off-the-shelf (COTS)
USB-C cables that are used to provide power to commonly mounted on small unmanned aerial
systems (sUAS). Please refer to the Duo Pro R IDD for electrical interface guidelines and USB
connector pinout.
Simply plug the USB cable into the USB-C port on the FLIR Duo Pro R, connect power to an
appropriate regulated power supply (the Duo Pro R may not function properly if powered solely by
a USB port on a computer), and HDMI or analog video to a downlink, if desired. Approximate
operating current of the Duo Pro R camera is 2.3 A at 5.2Vdc.
Note: FLIR Duo Pro R has over-voltage and reverse polarity protection on power pins. However,
exceeding the wide voltage specification (5-26 Vdc) will damage the camera and void the warranty.
Applying reverse polarity should not damage the unit, but it will prevent the camera from powering
on.
As the Duo Pro R requires greater than 500mA at 5VDC, it may not function properly if powered by
a single USB 2.0 port on your computer.
4.2.3 Micro HDMI
The Duo Pro R comes equipped with a 19-pin “Type D” micro HDMI connector. The Duo Pro R
electronics takes the IR and visible analog video (NTSC or PAL) outputs and upscales them to
720p60, 1080p30 or 1080p60 video streams.
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Figure 5. HDMI Port Pinout
4.2.4 Accessory Port
The accessory port provides access to the majority of functions of the Duo Pro R. See Table 2 for
detailed information on each function.
DF13-7S-
1.25C
Signal
Wire
Color
Length
Construction
Pin 1
PWM_1
GRN
750mm
(30")
30AWG
Twisted Pair
Pin 2
PWM_2
WHT
30 AWG
Twisted Pair
Pin 3
GND
BLK Pin 4
PWM_3 /
Sync
ORG
30AWG
Twisted Pair
Pin 5
Analog
Video Out
BLU
28AWG
CoAxial
Pin 6
Analog
Video GND
GREY
Pin 7
Power (+)
RED
28 AWG
Pin 8
Power (+)
RED
28 AWG
Pin 9
Power (-)
BLK
28 AWG
Pin 10
Power (-)
BLK
28 AWG
Table 2. Duo Pro R Accessory Port Pinout
Note: All cable plug part numbers are Hirose
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