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Bench test

This section details how to validate that Cyclops is operational before executing test flights. We will initialize the Cyclops system and expect the drone to be in a flight-ready state before

At this stage of the integration process you have:

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You will need a Windows/Linux laptop with Vozilla GCS installed in order to proceed.

We recommend that you go through the documentation for Vozilla GCS to familiarize yourself with using Cyclops before proceeding.

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Before Powering On

You must generate a map of your flight area before testing Cyclops on your UAV. Refer to Creating a new mapin the Vozilla GCS app documentation for details on this process.

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Booting the Vehicle

Power on your UAV and Cyclops system. Ensure that your camera and flight computer both boot properly.

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Initialize Cyclops

Connect your laptop to the flight computer using the Ethernet port. Open the Vozilla app on your laptop.

The first step will be to upload your map(s) and set the home position on Cyclops from the Maps tab. Refer to Selecting a map and Setting a home position for more information on these operations.

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Verify Data Connectivity

Verify the camera connection on the compute module by navigating to the System tab.

You can use the SNAPSHOT button to verify the image is up-to-date and not occluded

Verify the MAVLink connection on the compute module by navigating to the System tab.

Connect to the VPS Edge Device. The default URL is tcp:192.168.218.100:14559

You should see MAV information from your drone displayed. If you do not see an autopilot, verify your wiring and baud rate. The default baud rate is 921600.

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Update Active Maps

On the Maps, ensure the correct map is selected.

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Update Launch Location

Set the home position to the location where you will be launching your UAV by dragging the marker or entering manually.

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Restart VPS

Return to the main dashboard and restart Cyclops by clicking the "Restart" button under VPS Control.

The dashboard should now show that the system is Running.

At this point you can expect:

  • Cyclops to be connected to the autopilot over MAVLink.

  • Cyclops is receiving data from the camera.

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Cyclops is running and all required systems are healthy on Vozilla.

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