The DMC camera head has similar dimensions as the RMK-TOP camera and fits in the existinggyro stabilized platform
T-AS. The camera itselfconsists of an optics frame, which slips into theplatform bore. The frame can take up to 8
camera modules: 4 high resolution panchromatic CCD lens modules and 4 multispectral channels with reduced resolution. The camera modules aremounted. inside the optics frame. Special efforts have been invested on rigid mounting technology for the individual camera heads in order to ensure precise alignment of the optical axes to
each other. .
The DMC is operated via the terminal and the flight management system (FMS) with pilot’s
display. The same FMS can also be used to operate an already existing film camera system
An optional inertial measurement system can be integrated directly inside the camera frame for
maximum rigid coupling to the system.