MTZ090VA Tri-Axis Single-Light Pod

China Moneypro

The MTZ090VA Tri-Axis Single-Light Pod is a compact optoelectronic system designed for medium and small-sized UAVs. It features a 10x continuous zoom visible light camera, three-axis servo stabilization platform, and advanced image processing with autonomous target recognition and tracking. Weighing under 400g, this lightweight pod integrates seamlessly with mainstream Chinese flight control platforms and ViewControlStudio software. It delivers real-time visible light video with exceptional stability and precision. Key capabilities include automatic target detection and tracking, 1920×1080 resolution, autofocus with fog penetration and low-light functions, and three-axis freedom of movement. The pod operates across multiple modes including heading lock, manual search, and attitude stabilization. It communicates via serial port or 100Mbps Ethernet, supports photo and video recording, and features memory tracking for brief target loss recovery. Ideal for reconnaissance, border patrol, search and rescue, and forest fire prevention missions, the MTZ090VA combines high integration with operational flexibility for comprehensive aerial surveillance solutions.

The MTZ090VA optoelectronic pod consists of a 10x continuous zoom visible light camera, a three-axis servo stabilization platform, and an image processing component (autonomous recognition and tracking). It features lightweight construction, high stability and precision, high integration, automatic target recognition, and automatic tracking, and can be applied to medium and small-sized UAVs to perform reconnaissance and surveillance missions over target areas.

The electro-optical pod uses a visible light camera to detect ground targets and outputs visible light video in real time for mission personnel to view.

This miniature pod has been adapted to several mainstream flight control platforms in China, enabling seamless integration with flight control systems; it can also be connected to our ViewControlStudio display and control software platform to assist the overall unit in quickly completing the development of the UAV system.

This optoelectronic pod is mainly used in scenarios such as reconnaissance, guidance, border patrol, personnel search and rescue, and forest fire prevention.

I. Photos of the actual product

Figure 1 Product Image

II. Product Functions

a) It has the function of automatic identification and automatic tracking of typical targets;

b) It has self-testing and fault reporting functions;

c) Features 10x optical zoom in visible light;

d) It has the function of real-time output of visible light images;

e) Visible light has optical zoom, autofocus, manual focus, fog penetration and low-light functions;

f) Possesses the ability to move freely along three axes: azimuth, pitch, and roll;

g) It has multiple working modes such as heading lock/manual search/follow-up/attitude stabilization/tracking;

h) It has the ability to isolate carrier disturbances and stabilize the line of sight;

i) It has the function of locking/unlocking targets, and the pod outputs an image with a tracking frame after locking the target;

j) It has an automatic target tracking function, can automatically track targets, and has the ability to resist natural interference;

k) It has a memory tracking function, which allows the target to be recaptured in a short time after being briefly lost;

l) It has the function of adjusting the gate size;

m) It has the function of switching tracking points;

n) It can communicate bidirectionally with the control station via serial port/100Mbps Ethernet (UDP) and can output information such as system working status, camera working status, and optical axis position;

o) Equipped with a 100Mbps Ethernet video interface (RTSP protocol);

p) It has photo and video recording functions;

III. Mounting Platform

Vertical take-off fixed-wing drones, rotary-wing drones, tethered drones, etc.

IV. Main Technical Parameters

model	TZ090VA
Visible light camera
resolution	1920 1080
Response band	0.4 m to 0.9 m
Optical zoom	10 times
focal length	4.8mm to 48mm
Field of view	60.2 33.9 6.6 3.7
zoom mode	Autofocus, manual focus
Minimum Illumination	0.01 Lux (Black and White)
Servo Platform
Orientation angle	360 n (360 continuous rotation)
Pitch angle	-115 to +90 (positive for upward)
Frame corner accuracy	0.1 (1 )
Stable accuracy	0.1mrad (1 )
Maximum turning speed	Azimuth 60 /s, Pitch 60 /s
Maximum turning acceleration	Azimuth 60 /s2, Pitch 60 /s2
System Indicators
Image tracking	Automatically track selected target
AI recognition	Automatic detection and identification of typical targets
Rated operating voltage	24VDC
Power supply voltage range	12V to 32VDC
power	Stable power consumption: 30 (peak current 5A when powered on at 24VDC)
weight	400g
volume	88mm 109mm 131mm
interface
Control Interface	RS232/TTL/RS422/100Mbps Ethernet (optional)
Video interface	100M network
Storage interface	128G memory card (Mini SD card)
Image format	JPG format
Video format	AVI format
quick-release type	Without quick release
Environmental adaptability
Operating temperature	-20 55
Storage temperature	-40 to +60
Vibration conditions	The random vibration acceleration was 6g; 5 minutes each in the vertical, horizontal, and longitudinal directions.
Impact conditions	Peak acceleration (half-sine wave) 20g, duration 11ms
Protection level	Can fly in light rain