> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.senterasensors.com/home/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.senterasensors.com/home/6x-series-sensors-user-guide/incident-light-sensor-and-gps/operation/how-to-use.md).

# How to Use

## Before Starting

### Reflectance Panel

If a reflectance panel is also being used see the page linked below:

{% content-ref url="/pages/jtCrdJGsEP4hMiAm6xNs" %}
[How To Use](/home/6x-series-sensors-user-guide/reflectance-panel/how-to-use.md)
{% endcontent-ref %}

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## Install Light Sensor/GPS

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1. Install the light sensor and gimbal onto the aircraft.&#x20;
2. Connect the USB-C cable to the light sensor.&#x20;
3. Secure the cable to the aircraft.&#x20;
4. Connect the USB-C cable to the port on the gimbal.&#x20;

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th align="center"></th><th align="center"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><strong>For Gimballed Sensors</strong></td><td align="center"><img src="/files/UA9QXxXxZyCSppHelkcK" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td align="center">Connect the light sensor/GPS to the USB-C port on the gimbal</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>For Non-Gimballed Sensors</strong></td><td align="center"><img src="/files/7lmfIN3sj0hAdrsEXidu" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td align="center">Connect the light sensor/GPS to the USB-C port on the 6X</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Power on Aircraft & Verify Status LEDs

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1. Power on the aircraft. This will also power the gimbal, sensor, and light sensor on.&#x20;
2. Verify the Status LEDs shown below have all turned solid green.&#x20;

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## Fly

The sensor and light sensor are now ready for flight.&#x20;