DX4 Dual-Sensor UAV Gimbal for EO, Thermal and Ranging
Gimbal Pod · Product guide
The DX4 is a 450g three-axis UAV gimbal for operators who need stabilized visible-light and thermal imagery alongside distance measurement. Its sensor package includes dual 4K EO cameras, a 1280×1024 thermal imager, and a laser rangefinder covering 20 to 3,000 meters. It is intended for reconnaissance, surveillance, search, target recognition, and supported target-tracking workflows.
Verified specifications
| Payload weight | 450g |
|---|---|
| EO resolution | 3840×2160 at 30fps |
| Optical and hybrid zoom | 40x optical zoom; 120x hybrid zoom |
| Thermal resolution | 1280×1024 at 30fps |
| Laser measurement range | 20m to 3,000m |
| Laser accuracy | ±1m |
| Video and control interfaces | Ethernet video output; 232 serial port (TTL) control |
| Power input | 12 to 24V DC |
| Power consumption | Average ≤15W |
Imaging and stabilization performance
The DX4 combines dual 4K EO imaging with a 1280×1024 thermal channel, allowing operators to select visible-light or thermal observation within one stabilized payload. Visible imaging supports 40x optical zoom and 120x hybrid zoom, while the thermal channel uses a 30mm lens with a 28.8 by 23.2-degree field of view. Multiple thermal color palettes are supported for displaying the thermal scene in different ways.
Stabilization is specified at 0.1 mrad under the stated 1-degree-per-2Hz, one-sigma condition. The gimbal also lists angular-position accuracy of no more than 0.3 degrees and a maximum angular velocity of at least 60 degrees per second. These figures describe the published specifications; they do not establish imaging performance in every flight, weather, or vibration condition.
Distance measurement and tracking
An integrated laser rangefinder measures from 20 meters to 3,000 meters with a stated accuracy of ±1 meter. This allows an operator to pair the zoom and thermal imagery with a numerical distance, which is useful when defining a target's position or size during a mission. The published specifications do not describe whether ranging can operate simultaneously with every imaging mode, so that combination should be checked during integration.
Mission video features include picture-in-picture, rich on-screen display, target recognition, target tracking, and image compression. Target tracking is documented as a supported capability, but the source does not specify tracking modes, selectable targets, object classes, track limits, latency, or maximum tracking ranges. Operators should therefore evaluate tracking with representative targets rather than assuming a particular automated behavior.
- Confirm ranging behavior in the intended recording mode
- Test recognition and tracking against representative targets
- Verify required picture-in-picture and on-screen display layouts
Civilian mission applications
For public security and law-enforcement work, the EO, thermal, ranging, and tracking functions can support airborne observation, target identification, distance measurement, and coordinated surveillance. The zoom range is useful when an operator must search a wider area before examining a distant subject at greater magnification. Thermal imaging adds a separate observation mode for conditions in which visible-light detail is limited.
Environmental monitoring and forest-fire monitoring are also identified application areas. Stabilized imagery can help keep the scene aligned as the aircraft moves, while thermal imaging can assist observation of heat-related features and laser ranging can provide distance information. These capabilities support collection tasks, but the source does not claim automatic fire detection, environmental alarm generation, or specific analysis accuracy.
- Public security and law enforcement
- Environmental observation and monitoring
- Forest-fire monitoring support
- UAV reconnaissance and long-range search
Aircraft integration considerations
The listed 450g payload weight must be considered alongside the aircraft's mounting capacity, center of gravity, flight time, and available electrical power. The DX4 accepts 12 to 24V DC and has an average power consumption of no more than 15W, but the aircraft or payload bus must still provide a compatible connection with appropriate protection. Published specifications do not confirm a particular aircraft model.
Integration uses Ethernet for video and a 232 serial port with TTL control. The platform integrator still needs to verify the required connector format, signal levels, control protocol, video standard, power routing, and mounting orientation. It is also important to check whether any external flight-control or tracking integration is required; supported onboard features should not be mistaken for automatic compatibility with every autopilot.
- Confirm the aircraft can accommodate the 450g payload
- Verify 12 to 24V DC power availability and current margin
- Match Ethernet video and TTL serial connections
- Review gimbal limits and aircraft mounting clearance
Frequently asked questions
What imaging sensors are integrated into the DX4?
The DX4 combines dual 4K EO cameras with a thermal imager and a laser rangefinder. The EO output is specified at 3840×2160 and 30fps, while thermal imaging is specified at 1280×1024 and 30fps with a 30mm lens.
How far can the laser rangefinder measure?
The published measurement range is 20 to 3,000 meters, with a stated accuracy of ±1 meter. The source does not specify whether every imaging mode permits simultaneous laser ranging, so mission planners should confirm that operating combination during integration.
What interfaces and power does the gimbal require?
Video is delivered through Ethernet, while control uses a 232 serial port with TTL signaling. The power input is 12 to 24V DC, and average consumption is listed at no more than 15W. Connector, protocol, and aircraft-side power checks remain necessary.
Which aircraft are confirmed compatible with the DX4?
No specific aircraft compatibility is confirmed in the supplied product data. The DX4 is designed as a 450g three-axis UAV micro-pod, but operators must verify payload capacity, mounting, power, control signals, and video requirements for their chosen platform.
