DJI AL2 Spotlight – controllable aerial lighting for DJI Matrice 5T
DJI AL2 Spotlight is an aircraft-mounted light designed to support nighttime search and rescue and inspections of dark structures, such as bridge undersides. Flood and spot beams let operators select illumination according to whether a larger area or a smaller, more focused region needs lighting. It is exclusively compatible with DJI Matrice 5T.
Flood and spot beams for different tasks
Maximum power is 60 W. At 100 m, maximum illuminance is 2.5 ± 0.3 lx in Flood mode and 10.0 ± 0.5 lx in Spot mode. These values were measured in a laboratory at 25 °C with the spotlight installed separately on the aircraft. Actual illumination depends on operating conditions.
Flood mode provides an effective illumination angle of 24.5° and an effective illuminated area of 1500 m² at 100 m. Corresponding figures for Spot mode are 14.5° and 500 m². DJI defines these angles and areas at a 10% relative illuminance threshold, so area coverage does not indicate uniform maximum illumination across that entire area.
Continuous lighting, strobe and camera orientation following
Lighting mode allows operators to select flood, spot or both beams together. Strobe mode includes slow, fast and alternating flashing. In DJI Pilot 2, switching on, triggering strobe and switching off can be assigned to customizable remote controller buttons for quick access.
DJI AL2 Spotlight can follow camera tilt to direct illumination along with the camera. Its controllable tilt range is −90° to +90°, allowing light to be directed both downward and upward. Mechanical gimbal tilt extends from −170° to +120°; this differs from the user-controllable range. Camera orientation following can be disabled in settings, after which the light maintains its current tilt angle. Re-enabling this function realigns it with camera orientation, and following is enabled by default after an aircraft restart.
Folding construction and operating environment
The spotlight weighs 175 g. Dimensions are 200 × 78 × 58 mm unfolded and 104 × 82 × 58 mm folded, stated as length, width and height. Operating temperature ranges from −20 to +50 °C, and protection is rated IP55. Correct installation, including a firmly seated USB-C connection, is important for water resistance.
It can be used alongside a separately sold DJI AS2 Speaker. When fitting both accessories, install the spotlight first and the speaker afterward. DJI states that an aircraft can be placed in its carrying case with the spotlight installed; during storage, its lens should face inward toward the aircraft body to prevent scratches.
Installation and important operating conditions
Before installation, unfold both spotlight arms, connect it to the corresponding aircraft USB-C port and secure the mounting screws. Then connect to the internet and activate the light as prompted in the app. Complete any required firmware update when prompted. Before powering on, keep the spotlight lens facing upward so its gimbal does not strike the ground during self-check.
Installing this accessory affects aircraft propulsion performance and flight time, while an illuminated spotlight may affect vision system operation. DJI recommends using an appropriate brightness level and switching on the light as needed to reduce its effect on flight time. Never direct light into anyone’s eyes, and account for heating after prolonged operation.
