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      4. Field set-up (Wingtra GROUND)

      Getting Started with Wingtra GROUND

      Welcome to the Wingtra family! The entire Wingtra team—from Zurich to our global network—is excited to have you on board as a Wingtra GROUND user.

      Thank you for choosing Wingtra to power your mapping projects. We appreciate your trust and are committed to providing top-tier support to ensure a seamless experience. If you have any questions or need assistance, our team is here to help.

      We look forward to seeing the incredible results you achieve with Wingtra GROUND

      Step 1: Unboxing Your WingtraGROUND Kit

      Before getting started, make sure you have received all the necessary components.

      What's Inside the WingtraGROUND Kit?

      ✅ 2 Orange EMLID Receivers
      ✅ 2 Tripods (pre-connected to receivers)
      ✅ 6 Checkpoints
      ✅ 1 Survey Hammer
      ✅ Survey Nails
      ✅ 1 Hard Case for Secure Storage
      ✅ 2X USB charging cables
      ✅ 2X LoRa antennas (not part of WingtraGROUND workflow)

      Important Notes:

      • Keep the original packaging. In case of an issue, Wingtra Support may request a return of the equipment.

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      Getting Started: Connecting Wingtra GROUND to WingtraCLOUD

      To get started with WingtraGROUND, first log in to your WingtraCLOUD account. Click here if you need a refresher on how WingtraCLOUD works.

      Start logging your project

      Once you're logged in, you can begin setting up your base station and receivers. The system will automatically log all data into WingtraCLOUD, ensuring a seamless and efficient workflow.

      Step-by-Step Instructions – Click ‘Next’ to Follow Each Step or View All Below

      Read each step below in a linear format.

      Step 1:
      Save your flight plan and proceed to the next step. 

      Tablet
      Step 2:
      Enter a flight name and select "Base Setup" to begin the process

      Base
      Step 3:
      If you have a known point, select this option and proceed to the next step.      		 Base (1)
      Step 4:
      Choose either "Saved" or "Enter New" for your known point. If selecting "Saved", pick from the list of previously stored base locations that have been added to the site.  

      Base - location - existing point
      Step 5:
      Take a receiver out of the box and turn it on by pressing and holding the circular button for 3 seconds. Wait until the lights stop flashing—this may take up to 1 minute. Once the receiver is ready, press Next to continue.      		 Base - Turn on and discover
      Step 6:
      Once the receiver appears on the screen, select "Connect" to proceed.      		 Base - location - existing point selected (1)
      Step 7:

      Place the base receiver on the designated base location, such as a survey nail, ensuring it is correctly positioned. 

      Next, level the receiver by aligning the bubble with the center circle.

      Finally, adjust the middle screw until the middle pin makes contact with the survey nail.

      		 Base (2)
      Step 8:
      Now, it's time to set up your checkpoints. For an average-sized flight, we recommend placing 3 to 6 checkpoints to ensure optimal accuracy.      		 Checkpoints
      Step 9:
      Take the second receiver and turn it on using the same process as before. This may take up to 1 minute to initialize.      		 Checkpoints (1)
      Step 10:
      Select the remaining receiver from the list and tap "Connect" to proceed.      		 Checkpoints (2)
      Step 11:
      Now, you can start setting up your checkpoints. You can also name them directly in the platform for better organization.

      Checkpoints (3)
      Step 12:
      First, place the target on a flat surface, ensuring it is fully stretched to avoid wrinkles. Position it in a clear, unobstructed area for optimal visibility. Secure the center eyelet with a survey nail, then place the receiver on top of the nail.

      Rover

      Step 13:

      Now, position the checkpoint receiver at the center of the target. Adjust the three screws to level it, then use the middle screw to set the pin height to match the fabric target. Finally, select "Start Measuring" to begin.

      		 Rover (1)

      Step 14: 

      Ensure the receiver remains completely still during the measurement process and ensure the checkpoint receiver and base receiver are free from any abstructions during the measurement process, e.g no people standing next to it.

      		 Rover

      Step 15:

      The checkpoint has been successfully added! You can now either repeat the process to add more checkpoints or proceed to flying the drone.

      		 Checkpoints (4)


      Once the flight has landed either Stop & Sync or continue with more flights. Once all flights are done, stop & sync to upload the base and checkpoint files for processing.

      At any time, the connection and logging status can be checked in the connectivity tab on the top right (orange icon). From here, the logging can be stopped and synced as well. Important: the base logging needs to cover the duration of all flights to get them processed accurately.

      >>> Next step: 5. Prepare for take-off

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