DO NOT store TOPODRONE P61 in direct sunlight, in areas with poor ventilation or near a heat source.
DO NOT turn the device on for short periods of time. Wait at least 30 seconds before turning the device on or off.
Photogrammetric camera TOPODRONE P61 has no protection against moisture and dust, so using the equipment in a humid and dusty environment may cause it to malfunction. When TOPODRONE P61 is not in use, keep it in a protective case. It is recommended to store the equipment in conditions of relative humidity no higher than 40% and temperature of 20 ± 5°C.DO NOT insert or remove the memory card while the camera is running.
To avoid damaging the lens surface, do not touch it with your hands or other objects.
DO NOT detach the lens while the camera is in operation.
# Product parameters Photogrammetric camera TOPODRONE P61 is equipped with a full-frame CMOS sensor with a global mechanical shutter and the ability to change lenses. This camera can be mounted on a 3-axis suspension or together with one of the TOPODRONE laser scanners.| [](https://knowledge.topodrone.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-09/risunok1.jpg) | [](https://knowledge.topodrone.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-09/Go8risunok2.jpg) |
| TOPODRONE P61 on a 3-axis suspension system | TOPODRONE P61 with TOPODRONE laser scanner installation option |
Full control and transmission of the video stream in real time to the remote control is possible only on DJI Matrice 2\*\* and 3\*\* series drones.
#### **Compatible lenses** TOPODRONE P61 supports lenses with Sony E mount. The camera can be supplied with one of the following lenses: Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G or Voigtlander Color-Skopar 21mm f/3.5. Specifications are shown in the table below.| Characteristic | Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G | # Sigma AF 24mm F/3.5 DG DN Contemporary | Voigtlander Color-Skopar 21mm f/3.5 |
| Bayonet | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E |
| Focal length, mm | 24 | 24 | 21 |
| Angle of view (APS-C), ° | 84,0 | 84 | 91,2 |
| Minimum aperture value | 2,8 | 3,5 | 3,5 |
| Maximum aperture value | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| Minimum focusing distance, m | 0,24 | 0,11 | 0,20 |
| Size (diameter × length), mm | 68 × 45 | 64 x 48.8 | 62,8 × 39,9 |
| Weight, g | 162 | 230 | 230 |
| Camera type | Mirrorless with interchangeable optics |
| Bayonet | Sony E |
| Image stabilization | Disconnected |
| Number of megapixels | 61 |
| Matrix size | Full frame (35.7x23.8 мм) |
| Maximum photo size, pixel | 9504 x 6336 |
| Matrix Type | CMOS |
| Crop factor | 1 |
| Shooting modes | Shutter speed priority, aperture priority, Manual, auto ISO |
| ISO range | 100-32000 |
| Shutter speed range, s | 30 – 1/8000 |
| Supported memory card formats | Memory cardsSD, SDHC (with support UHS-I/II), SDXC (with support UHS-I/II), microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC |
| The maximum amount of supported memory, Gb | 512 |
| Supported file system type | FAT32 |
| Built-in battery | Absent |
| The weight of the camera without 3-axis suspension, g | 685 |
| Weight of the camera with 3-axis suspension, g | 1045 |
| The ability to shoot videos | Absent |
| Operating temperature range, °C | -20 … +40 |
| Stabilizer tilt angle range, ° | -130 … +140 |
| Stabilizer rotation angle range, ° | ±320 |
| Supported GNSS systems and frequencies | GPS: L1C/A, L2C; GLONASS: L1OF, L2OF; GALILEO: E1B/C, E5b; BEIDOU: B1I, B2I |
| Raw measurement recording frequency, Hz | 10 |
| Number of GNSS receiver channels | 184 |
| Supported memory card formats | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC |
| Maximum amount of supported memory, GB | 16 |
| Supported file system type | FAT32 |
| Minimum number of satellites for initialization | 8 |
| **SIGNAL STATUS** | **DESCRIPTION** |
| is off | PDOP>10 |
| flashing slowly | 3<PDOP<10 |
| flashing fast | 2<PDOP<3 |
| continuously on | PDOP<2 |
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| **Step 1:** Turn off the drone's power, make sure that the suspension does not work. | **Step 2**: Turn and tilt the camera with the lens facing downward as shown in the photo |
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| **Step 3:** Press the memory card with your finger until it clicks into place. | **Step 4**: Remove the memory card by pulling it toward you. |
Do not delete all files or format the memory card. To free up space, delete only .JPEG image files in the DCIM folder, otherwise it may cause the device to malfunction.
# Requirements and operating conditions TOPODRONE Р61 is designed for use in open areas in weather without precipitation.Do not operate the TOPODRONE Р61 in rain, snow, sleet, hail or fog.
TOPODRONE Р61 does not have IP protection, and if this recommendation is violated, moisture may get on the surface of the camera lens and inside the device. This may degrade the data received quality, as well as damage the internal structure of the TOPODRONE Р61. If precipitation starts during the flight, we recommend to stop operating, land the drone, and wipe it with paper towels and put it in the transportation case.  [](https://knowledge.topodrone.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/wB0image.png) Icing of the drone during flight at -18 ° C Icing of the DJI M200 propeller Operating TOPODRONE P61 in sub-zero temperatures and high humidity (above 80%) can lead to icing of the equipment and drone. This may deteriorate the quality of the acquired data, as well as cause damage to the structure of TOPODRONE P61 in case of falling due to icing of the supporting propellers. It is strongly recommended to warm up the device for 3-5 minutes in a warm room before starting the operation. Application of TOPODRONE P61 for water surface photography is not effective due to small number of connecting points on water surface at the stage of photogrammetric post-processing. For correct post-processing of data it is necessary to perform at least 4 parallel flights with side and frontal overlaps of at least 65% relative to each other. Performing the route in one or two flights is not efficient and will result in large distortions and low accuracy of the final materials. The recommended flight speed is 5 to 15 m/s depending on the height, the size of the frontal overlaps. In case of insufficient quality or complete absence of GNSS signal, operation of TOPODRONE P61 makes no sense. The minimum number of visible satellites is 8. It is strongly recommended to check the weather conditions and the number of visible (caught) GNSS satellites before the flight, for example, in the UAV Forecast service. Operation of TOPODRONE P61 requires careful attitude to the main lens of the camera lens. Do not allow sand, dirt, dust, water, metal chips and other fluid, abrasive and chemically active substances to get on any components of TOPODRONE P61.The manufacturer is not liable for any damage to the equipment if it is used outside the recommended operating conditions.
# Frequently Asked Questions **What should I do if my camera does not show up as a payload in the DJI Pilot 2 app?** What should I do if my camera does not show up as a payload in the DJI Pilot 2 app? Disconnect the camera power by unplugging the X-Port from the Skyport connector, reboot the drone, check if the cable is securely inserted into the SHLD connector, otherwise contact technical support by email support@topodrone.com or by phone +7(499)938-79-18 **What to do if the delivery set provides for the joint use of TOPODRONE P61 camera and laser scanner, but you need to perform a flight without collecting photogrammetric data and get only a cloud of laser scanning points?** In this case there are 2 options: 1. Remove the TOPODRONE P61 camera from the laser scanner to reduce the payload weight, but do not remove the L-shaped pad. In this case, when processing the high-precision path of the laser scanner, choose the installation option with the TOPODRONE P61 camera. 2. Place the V-shaped plate of the laser scanner mount in such a way that the tip looks in the opposite direction of the drone movement, and the skis are not twisted. The screenshots below show the correct installation of the V-plate.[](https://knowledge.topodrone.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-09/13.jpg)[](https://knowledge.topodrone.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-09/14.jpg) 3. As a result of studying and following all points of this manual, the user is able to perform installation and setup of the TOPODRONE P61 camera.