Been waiting for a nice in depth video about this drone, thank you!

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that was my intent. Glad it helped. Please consider subscribing as I will be producing the informative videos.

You just sold me on the Evo 2 Dual! Great short sweet video. Thank you.

Great video Bill. Very detailed and understanding. Great comparisons of the DJI Thermal resolution vs. the EVO Dual. Thank you for your service sir. Fly safe!

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I appreciate the comments.

Hello Bill, thanks for the info and I'm glad to see another drone pilot from Wisconsin

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. Please feel free to contact me to share experiences. info@titletowndrones.com

thank you for the review this drone is awesome

Thanks for the video. It’s the only one I could find on this particular drone. Very informative.

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'll be producing another video soon to compare the new Autel Evo 2 Enterprise with the Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced.

Excellent video! The best piece of advice at 8:36 into the video: First figure out and understand what functionality you need, then start looking for the hardware that can deliver. Not only applies to drones really. However it is the single biggest (and costly) mistake made in organizations every day. Like you say, one thing never fits all.

Thank your so much for your explanations and footage! Will be passing this along to my employer

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I just uploaded a new video that may interest you. kzread.info/dash/bejne/loCul7qmabKYl9Y.html

Thanks for this information Bill, This drone is defiantly a candidate for my business plans. My area of interest is in inspection services, such as solar, heating and cooling and utility inspections (wind farms) and others. Great information you have put out and I will subscribe and favorite this video so that I can reference it again with your contact information. Much thanks.

EXCELLENT DEMO AND DISPLAY. MY NEW AUTEL CAME WITH A DEFFECTIVE CONTROLLER. INTERNAL FAN NOISE WAS GOING OUT. EXTREMELY NOISEY. SENT BACK TO FACTORY.

Great info and video sir. Thanks for sharing your insight.

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks Bill, nice video!

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Thanks for the video 🍻👏👏👏

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Excellent review - thank you! Getting mine within the next couple of days and look forward to starting to test it out. I think it is crazy they include a "search human" and "search fire" mode with the thermal camera... and don't charge extra for that.

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

There are a lot tweaks in the thermal camera to optimize the temperature range for what you are looking for. I encourage you to put the drone up and experiment with the isotherm and color palettes. You'll be amazed at what you find.

Thanks Bill, nice video. Saludos desde Chile.

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I just added a new video which may interest you. kzread.info/dash/bejne/loCul7qmabKYl9Y.html

Thank you, well done video.

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great report.

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'll be publishing more videos soon.

Thanks from a UK novice for a very thorough helpful video 👍

@BillBongle

11 ай бұрын

Thank you and Cheers! I visited the UK 3 times and enjoyed my visits.

Good my drone brother Bill. Thank you Sir for sharing this great video with us Captain 🧑‍✈️. I appreciate your insight and great Info. I also have the Autel Evo 2 8k version. The Thermal Camera one is just too expensive for me for now. But maybe in the future i would afford it. You have a Big Fan and a Big Supporter here brother Bill. Have a great day Captain 🧑‍✈️. God bless and stay safe. Thanks for all you do and please keep flying.

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. I truly appreciate it. I produce these videos in hopes of helping people make informed decisions or to solve a problem. I hope to grow my KZread channel and I am open to ideas for new videos. Enjoy flying the Evo 2 and thanks for watching!

@AdrianMateoDrones

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle You are welcome Sir. It was my pleasure watching your videos brother Bill and again Sir you have a Big Fan and a Big Supporter here brother. I do a livestream every Wednesday night at 9pm eastern time. You are more than welcome to join in if you like. We talk about drone related things and also just have a good time busting each others balls 🏀 a little bit. Have a great evening Captain 🧑‍✈️.

Ret LEO looking to get my 107 use them for inspection and real estate photos. Also volunteer drone services to our local fire and law enforcement agencies who currently do not have that capacity

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

Thats a great cause. I too am retired LEO. So many departments cant afford equipment so its great when someone steps up to offer assistance. I set up google alerts for stories on drones being used to save lives. Lots a great stories. Let me know if I can help. -Bill email: info@titletowndornes.com

@RLoose9494

Жыл бұрын

Thanks will do, still studying for my 107. Putting my Wing up for sale to finance this venture. Don’t ride like I used to since moving to Oklahoma

Great video Bill I’m a retired Leo and try to keep up with technology I also have a Autel evo 2 pro and its a great drone!

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

Hi Ronald, thanks for your service. I'll be posting a new video soon on the Mavic 3 Enterprise and the latest Autel releases.

Bill, Obrigado pela explicação ! Irá me auxiliar na escolha. Sua explicação foi precisa como um corte de bisturi. Obrigado ! Bill, thanks for the explanation! It will assist me in choosing. His explanation was as precise as a scalpel cut. Thanks !

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

I am happy it helped and thank you for the comment.

Hi friend, your video is great im from latinamerca and the way you explain is very clear slow talking but moderade, just the necesarry words, im sure lot of peolpe from other languages will appreciate. My question is, im planning to buy a Thermal but the differencie between V2 and V3 is significant to me, do you think its worth to buy the V2 now that V3 is available, or you think support of V2 ending in 2024 is not important and can ignore that part?

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

The version 2 units are discontinued and will be sold out soon. There are a few differences: The V3 has an upgraded transmission system. V2 had a dual band (2.4 and 5.8ghz). The new version 3 has a tri-band transmission system (900, 2.4 and 5.8 ghz). Other upgrades include: * A slightly upgraded optical camera that is better in low light. *Compatibility with the newly released Live Deck 2, remote receiver *Compatibility with the FAA's remote ID standard which will go into effect in Sept. of 2023. The version 2 units will require the use of an add-on module.

Have you done a video on the Firehouse Technology Command System? I am looking at getting one, so I can expand my business for a top notch SRS setup

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Can you send me a link to the exact product you are interested in seeing the review?

I really need this for bigfoot hunting in west va....we hear them all the time

Nice video Bill, but you should add a price comparison chart in the same style as the resolution comparison. Think the EVO 2 Dual 640 is about 4 times the Mavic here in Denmark

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, good suggestion.

Where does one get one of those cameras?

Great video Bill, My agency had just purchased a Dual and I am finding it has a better FLIR image that the DJI 300 matrice. I have a few questions about the new firmware that addresses the thermal Added radiometric support for infiRay 640T sensor in picture-in-picture mode. Don't really understand what that means the thermal camera will or won't do. and I can't find anyone that can explain it Thanks

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

If I understand what you're asking, does the new firmware add radiometric capability? I think that Autel is about to release a new thermal sensor that has radiometric capabilities. The Boson sensor I reviewed does not have radiometric capabilities. Radiometric is a capability that records the temperature of each pixel. There are software applications which can read and interpret this data (FLIR Tools).This data is helpful in commercial applications like solar panel inspection or measuring the temperature of components on a power grid. Public safety personnel typically do not use this functionality with possible exception of firefighters who may find that information helpful.

Question! I have a restaurant and would like to make commercial and when I'm keeping partys, What's the best drone to get under a $1000 dollars??

Hi Bill, would the thermal capabilities of these 2 products, be suitable to pick up water leaks in above ground irrigation? I work in a vineyard, and think this may work well picking up water leak cold spots.

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

That is definitely a function this unit could perform. Check out this article on how an agency in Wisconsin is using a thermal drone to map water contamination risks by detecting differences in ground temperature. tinyurl.com/ya5pf6rw

COMPLIMENTI MOLTO PRFESSIONALE CONSIGLI UTILI. GRAZIE

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Grazie, apprezzo le parole gentili.

Hi Bill, thank you for nice review. Is the thermal camera all radiometric or only qualitative?

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

The particular unit is qualitative only. In my next video I evaluate the Autel EVO 2 Enterprise 640T. That unit will produce a quantitative radiometric image.

@robertoromano-net

2 жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle thank you Bill!

Show!!!

Any recommendations you can make for convincing a SAR team that this drone is necessary and any grant funding sources? I just ordered the Evo 2 Pro 6K for my own use and hope to use it to convince our Board the necessity of thermal as we only have a Phantom P4 V2 at this point.

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Great question! Adding thermal capabilities to your assets is vital for missing person searches. A quick google search of "drone finds missing" will reveal thousands of results. There are countless examples of drones being used to locate missing, endangered persons. While your existing drones can be a great asset, without a thermal camera you could fly right over a missing person and not even know it. You may consider partnering with your local emergency government office or a local fire department. As far as grants go, I would focus more on local organizations and businesses. In my community a convenience store chain donated money to purchase drone equipment. Optimist clubs, business organizations and cities groups. You could consider holding a fund raiser. Come to them with a clear plan on what you would use the equipment for and exactly what you need to get it. Contact me for an official quote so you know exactly what you need. The model featured in this video has been replaced with another that has more capabilities. Email me at info@titletowndrones.com and I will explain the many options. Good luck!

amazing review! do you know of any thermal FPV drones? what are your thoughts on the concept of one?

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

I am curious to know what application this might have. Thermal imaging systems are typically used for analysis or locating heat signatures. FPV flying is usually fast moving. What are your thoughts on how thermal imaging might apply to this type of flying? Thermal cameras are very expensive and may not hold up well in collisions which are common in FPV flight applications. Those are my thoughts.

@tobyadog

2 жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle Thank you for your response! To be honest I just want to fly at night hahaha. As someone who owns a couple of PVS-14s, I know that image intensifiers don’t provide a wide enough field of view to fly with. Something which thermal might be able to do. FPV cameras are often low resolution, many being 640x480, which works out nicely. And while FPV drones are often used for racing or doing stunts, at the end of the day it’s just a more immersive method of long distance observation. The thought of breaking a 10k thermal camera in a crash sounds heartbreaking, for sure, but that’s nothing that the Evo 2 isn’t immune to either. If such a camera exists I’d love to try it, otherwise I suppose I’ll have to do with slapping a bunch of IR lights onto a drone ahahah.

Is it possible to possition thermal view so it would be in a corner and not in a middle of a screen?

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately no, not at this time. Your choices are full thermal or center Picture in Picture.

I have the dji smart controller I use it with my mavic air 2 would it work for the evo 2 since I am thinking about getting the evo 2 ?!

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Good question. While the Crystal Sky monitor (a DJI product) is compatible, the DJI smart remote controller is not. At this point in time, the only remote controller that is compatible with the Evo 2 series is the Autel remote controller.

Hi,Bill and thanks for this vid, im looking for a drone which we at our organization can use to count our cattle and game animals at our farm, i did a search and count with a Mavic pro platinum, it was all good , but i thought with thermal camera, zoom function the whole idea would be great. whats your advice, im thinking of the Autel Evo 2 dual ....

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

I think that Autel is a great choice. I would recommend the newer version, the 640T. It's less expensive and does not sacrifice any features or image quality. The flight times are close to 40 min. The new Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced is also a great choice but shorter flight times. Feel free to contact me if you have additional questions or visit my website at www.TitletownDrones.com

how do you get the temperature readings to appear on the recorded video? it just shows the thermal colours but the readings that were on the screen arent in the video. One has to take notes whilst flying?

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

There is a thermal analysis tool that you can download from Autel's website. This tool will allow you to pull detailed information form a thermal image including temperature of each pixel. www.autelrobotics.com/download/139.html

does it have two resolutions for thermal capturing? In spec sheet they have mentioned 640 & 320.

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

When this product was rolled out they said they were going to offer both resolution options however the 320 was never released and not likely to be. There are 2 options now: the FLIR Boson 640x512 featured in this video and the InfRay 640x512 Radiometric sensor found in the the Autel Evo 2 640T. FLIR is US made and InfiRray is Chinese made.

How does the thermal image & refresh rate quality compare to DJI H20T thermal camera?

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

The thermal resolution is the same but the sensors are from different manufacturers. Each has a 30hz refresh rate. Some users believe the Autel sensor produces superior thermal imaging, it is a genuine FLIR product vs the H20T which is manufactured by DJI. This is a subjective evaluation and up to the viewer. The H20T has additional thermal capabilities such as radiometric. I do not currently have an H20T to compare it to. The H20T has a 23X optical zoom whereas the Autel uses 8x digital zoom so the zoom capabilities of the H20T would be superior to the Autel sensor. From a public safety perspective, the thermal cameras have similar resolution and each would produce excellent results but there is a big price difference in these systems. The H20T camera costs nearly as much as the Autel Evo 2 Dual rugged bundle. Once you purchase a Matrice 300 and batteries you are more than double the price.

@socalbadger1

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle Thank you for your insight. I think the newly announced Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced uses the same thermal sensor as the H20T - with the only exception coming from lower digital zoom - 32x visual / 16x Thermal. I think the reduction in zoom power is a result of the smaller payload size. Just assumptions here, but based on the discussions on various forums, this is the most plausible setup they'll have. The rumored price is also in the range of 5.5-7k, most likely $6.5k - significantly lower than Evo 2 Dual. I was ready to purchase the Evo 2 Dual, but on the day I had planned on purchasing DJI announced their new M2EA, so I'm just waiting to see what their official pricing is before deciding. I agree the FLIR sensor may be slightly more clear - but not worth paying an additional $3k if that ends up being the case.

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

@@socalbadger1 I don't blame you. There is only speculation on what DJI will price the Mavic 2E Advanced. I am guessing its going to be a bit higher than those estimates. I would point out that the Autel is not burdened with flight restrictions. Lots of things to consider but it's going to be interesting to see how the M2EA plays into this. Having options is a good thing.

question. I just ordered the mount from flyhighusa, I have the thor mount but it is to topheavy. My question is to get my crystalsky to work, I have to unplug the usb cable and plug it back in, do you have a better solution? Thank you.

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is a known issue. If you power on the remote with it attached it wont connect until you unplug and plug it back in.

@7777russ

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle thank you!!!!!

Hi Bill, are you able to swap out a 6k camera and thermal camera back and forth or can you only use this specific drone for thermal?

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can swap the cameras. There are a couple screws to remove and a ribbon cable. It's fairly easy. The new 640T thermal camera is quite a bit cheaper and is compatible as well.

@steveschott9926

2 жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle Awesome, Thanks for the Info Bill! Any idea when Autel Smart Remote will be available through your site?

Was wondering if you could clarify the title of your presentation. Your title states that the AUTEL EVO 2 Dual 640T carries a FLIR Camera? I have read the documentation on this drone and did not see a reference that the Thermal Camera is actually a Flir Camera. Could you share some light on this statement? Thanks, MJ

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

Hello MJ. The drone featured in this video is an older model, the Autel Evo 2 Dual. That version was equipped with a FLIR Boson Sensor. Later versions like the Autel Evo 2 Enterprise 640T utilize a different thermal sensor made by another company, Infiray. The 640T was featured in a different video that I produced comparing it the the DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise. There was a period when the customer could choose a FLIR branded sensor on the Evo 2 Enterprise (Version 2) but this have been since discontinued. The current versions (Version 3) are all equipped with the Infiray brand thermal sensor. I hope that clears things up.

@mj2801

Жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle Thank You for the Clarification. I was not aware that AUTEL had a previous unit that had a FLIR Camera.

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

@@mj2801 No problem, there are so many variations its difficult to keep track.

@mj2801

9 ай бұрын

Quick Question Do you have any experience with the AUTEL Mapper? I been surging but it has been an illusive search ...

Will this take both a thermal image and a RGB image simultaneously?

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

Yes it does. The newer version of this drone is Version 3. I'm working on a new video for that one.

Hello I am sarath from india having some confusion Which Drone have to buy Autel evo 2 dual or mavic enterprise advance.? We are going to use for inspection (solar ,wind turbine and chimney)

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sarath, I just published this video which may answer your questions. kzread.info/dash/bejne/loCul7qmabKYl9Y.html

I'm concerned about it's performance in the wind. Literature states up to 40mph winds are fine, however real world tests show this unit to really struggle with anything over 20mph. In addition, I don't think this unit does well in the rain, like most others. It rains a LOT here (UK), limiting the opportunities for use.

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

I've flown it in mid 20's without much trouble but 40 is a max rating, not recommended flying environment. The newer Evo 2 Enterprise has larger motors and a bit more power. Yes these are not rated for wet weather. You would want a DJI M300 to operate int he conditions you describe.

@manualspellcorrect9073

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/jHhls8SMpsi3dNo.html

yes!! i cant count how many times i had LAANC authorization but the stupid dji app wouldnt download my certificates so i couldnt launch!

Where do i get the thermal cam ? I am joining the civil defence , Starting up a business for exactualy what you described in Ireland as we are beside the sea and we have a lot of lost souls, Also to help the coast guard. I wil also be doing weddings, and real-estate Plus refineries

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

Regulations say I cannot export but I believe you could purchase this unit in Ireland. Cheers! www.droneworksireland.ie/product/autel-evo-ii-dual-with-flir-640-thermal-sensor-8k-camera-rugged-bundle/

price?

@BillBongle

Жыл бұрын

The newest version (V3) Enterprise kit is $6999. This kit has more features and accessories that the one in this video. titletowndrones.com/autel-evo-2-enterprise/

aren't these like 9K

Wish I could afford that one.... But its 10k! I got the mavic 2 pro though and love it 😍 but I defiantly want this drone as well

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

The resolution fo the thermal camera is a big part of the price. I think there are some great commercial opportunities here as well with roof and solar panel inspections. Before I purchase a piece of equipment I do a cost benefit analysis and try to determine how long it will take for the equipment to pay for itself.

@scottdufour

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillBongle what would you suggest charging for solar panel inspections?

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

@@scottdufour I would start by contacting potential clients and see what sort of detail and report they need from an inspection and the size of the job. You can ask them outright how much they might pay for such a service. Some solar fields are enormous. This will help you determine the scope of work. Next, calculate the cost of insurance, 3rd party software reporting tools, prep time, post processing, estimated flight time, travel time and any other expenses you may incur. Don't forget taxes, for a small business owner this could amount to as much as 38% of your gross income. Will you pursue the thermographer certification? This credential may help you better prepare to operate a small business that specializes in thermal inspections. Consider the cost of the equipment you are using and the specialized nature of these inspections. I am sorry that I cannot give you an hourly amount but a common business mistake is to charge too little for specialized services. You may find some guidance by attending some webinars offered by Drone Deploy, Pix4d and others. I wish you success.

Dji matrice 30 but way cheaper

ONLY 9K DOLLARS? I thought it would be expensive lol

@BillBongle

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah thermal cameras are expensive. The new 640T saves some money though.

Very useful in war against Russia invasion on Ukraine. Slava Ukraini!

Wouldn't buy autel again after my experience with the support after your money has been taken .

@BillBongle

3 жыл бұрын

I am curious to know why. If you are willing, shoot me an email at info@titletowndrones.com to explain. I've had great response from customer support.