DJI Releases Next-Generation Matrice UAS
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Today, DJI released its next-generation aerial platform, the Matrice 600.
The M600 integrates DJI’s brand new A3 flight controller and features advanced Lightbridge 2 video-transmission technology, offering high frame rates and high-definition live-streaming capability at distances up to five kilometers.
“The M600 is the most powerful and easiest to use professional platform DJI has ever produced,” says Paul Pan, senior product manager. “We’ve preprogrammed all M600 platform data and information into the A3 flight controller, remote, and transmission system to setup and get you flying as quickly as possible.”
The M600 is a six-rotor system with a maximum payload of six kilograms, as well as a carrying weight which allows it to fly the Ronin-MX, DJI’s newest handheld and aerial three-axis gimbal. Its propulsion system is dustproof, to simplify maintenance and increase durability along with actively cooled motors for more reliable flight, and the platform has retractable landing gear for full 360-degree unobstructed imaging. The M600 is also powered by six DJI Intelligent Flight Batteries.
M600 supports the DJI GO app, which includes a live video feed, battery redundancy status, transmission strength and other data to keep the user informed of flight status at all times. In addition, the app also provides access to aperture, shutter speed, photo and video capture on any Zenmuse X-series camera, plus remote focus on the Zenmuse X5 and X5R cameras.
As a development platform, the UAS is compatible with the DJI Onboard Software Development Kit and Mobile SDK. When paired with Ronin-MX, the M600 offers best-in-class three-axis aerial video stabilization. It is fully compatible with a wide selection of DJI accessories.
“For film directors, the M600 is a game changer,” says DJI Executive Creative Director Sheldon Schwartz. “There are other options out there, but none that integrate a top-class flight controller, video-transmission system like Lightbridge 2, and support for a wide range of cameras and gimbals. If you go with the new Ronin-MX on the M600, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to get unparalleled stability and cinematic-quality shots.”
The Ronin-MX’s CANBUS port is mounted on the M600 and allows all flight controller data to pass through to the Ronin-MX, meaning the gimbal is positionally aware and able to keep the horizon level.
The M600 retails for $4,599 and includes the A3 flight controller with Lightbridge 2.
