Thermal Camera
The Thermal Camera panel provides controls for thermal imaging when a thermal-capable payload (such as the DJI Matrice 30T or M3TD sensor) is connected. Operators can switch colour palettes, adjust gain modes, and activate temperature spot-measurement tools.
Overview
Thermal imaging makes heat signatures visible by mapping temperature values to colour palettes. The dashboard exposes the key controls needed to interpret and capture thermal data during flight.
This panel activates automatically when a thermal-capable aircraft is selected and the thermal sensor is online.
Colour Palettes
The palette determines how temperature values are mapped to colours in the thermal video feed.
| Palette | Best For |
|---|---|
| White Hot | General use; hottest areas appear white |
| Black Hot | Inverted; hottest areas appear black |
| Iron | Search and rescue; warm objects in orange/red |
| Rainbow | Inspection; full-spectrum gradient |
| Lava | Fire detection; dramatic heat contrast |
Gain Modes
Gain mode controls the dynamic range of the thermal sensor:
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Auto | Sensor adjusts dynamically to scene temperature range |
| High Gain | Narrow temperature range; higher sensitivity for subtle differences |
| Low Gain | Wide temperature range; suitable for high-temperature scenes |
Temperature Measurement
Point the crosshair at a location in the thermal feed to display the estimated surface temperature. Multiple spot measurements can be active simultaneously.
Switching Between Visible and Thermal
Toggle between the visible-light camera and the thermal sensor using the camera selector in the video panel. Split-screen mode (if supported by the payload) shows both feeds simultaneously.