DJI Dock 3

Equipped with Matrice 4D or Matrice 4TD high-performance drones, DJI Dock 3 empowers 24/7 remote operations and, for the first time, supports mobile vehicle-mounted deployment, effortlessly adapting to various environments. The drones utilize the same cameras as the Matrice 4 Series but offer improved flight and protection performance. They can also pair with DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise for standalone use. With DJI FlightHub 2's intelligent features, pilots can significantly cut down on operational time and labor costs, maximizing efficiency and savings.

Adaptability - Master All Environments

Deployments - Flexible Deployment, Ultra-Long Transmission

DJI Dock 3 can be flexibly deployed, redefining the paradigm of operations. For fixed deployments, signal quality can be enhanced by installing the next-gen D-RTK 3 Relay at elevated locations, allowing for flexible site selection of the dock. With the new DJI Enterprise app, deployment can be completed using just a smartphone. [3] Additionally, for the first time, a DJI Dock supports vehicle-mounted deployment, enabling more efficient dispatch during urgent operations and long-distance inspections.

Fixed-Mounted Deployment

The new D-RTK 3 Relay Fixed Deployment Version [4] offers superior anti-interference performance for video transmission and satellite acquisition. Installing it at elevated locations can effectively address RTK and video transmission signal issues caused by obstructions, extending the maximum transmission distance to 25 km. This capability allows for flexible site selection of Dock 3 based on actual operational needs.

Near High-Rise Buildings [30]

Installing the D-RTK 3 Relay on rooftops can significantly enhance signal quality, allowing Dock 3 to be deployed next to high-rise buildings or substation walls.

Near Communication Towers [5][30]

Deploying the D-RTK 3 Relay on a nearby communication tower can significantly enhance signal quality during Dock 3 operations, ensuring safe takeoffs and landings even in environments with interferences from the communication tower.

Mobile Vehicle-Mounted Deployment

DJI Dock 3 is DJI's first Dock to support mobile vehicle-mounted deployment. [6] Optimized for this purpose, the Dock's overall structure, components, and air conditioning have undergone vehicle vibration testing, with new features such as horizontal calibration and cloud-based dock location calibration. For emergency operations or long-distance inspections, using DJI Dock 3 Vehicle-Mounted Gimbal Mount [4] for mobile deployment provides a convenient solution when fixed deployment is impractical in temporary scenarios.

Cloud-Based Dock Location Calibration

During mobile operations, indoor personnel can use DJI FlightHub 2 to remotely set the dock's location and assign tasks on the cloud, thereby enhancing personnel and scheduling efficiency.

Safe Dual-Dock Deployment

Two docks can be deployed on a single vehicle simultaneously, achieving a significant efficiency boost. DJI Dock 3 employs a special take-over pattern to avoid drone-to-drone collisions and ensure operational safety, allowing the two docks to alternate tasks in an orderly manner.

Dual-Drone Rotation [5]

Automated hovering rotation of two drones enables continuous real-time aerial footage transmission. In emergency scenarios, a spotlight can be equipped to provide full-time illumination.

Drones - High-Performance Drones

The all-new water and dust-resistant DJI Matrice 4D and 4TD are specifically designed for DJI Dock 3, offering extended flight time, and can pair with DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise for standalone use. Both drones are equipped with a wide-angle camera, a medium tele camera, a tele camera and a Laser Range Finder. Matrice 4D is highly effective for professional high-precision mapping and detailed surface inspections. Matrice 4TD is equipped with an infrared thermal camera and a new NIR auxiliary light, making it suitable for a wide range of applications such as infrastructure inspections, emergency response, and public safety.

Longer Flight Time, Robust Protection

When fully charged, Matrice 4D/4TD delivers an impressive flight time of 47 minutes at a speed of 15 m/s, achieving a remarkable 37% increase in operation time. [11] At a radius of 10 km, these drones provide 18 minutes of operation. [12] Both models are designed to endure harsh conditions with an impressive IP55 dust and water resistance rating.

Obstacle Sensing for Safe Operation

The Obstacle Sensing Module [4] for Matrice 4D/4TD combines rotating LiDAR and millimeter-wave radar technologies for precise 12mm wire-level obstacle avoidance at speeds up to 15 m/s in complex power line crossings, as well as enhanced positioning in low-light conditions. [5] Operational safety are ensured for varying environments of power distribution network and the intricate layouts of substations.[15]

Unmatched Clarity and Precision for Any Task, Anytime

Excels in Low-Light Environments

Matrice 4D Series drones feature four high-resolution, low-light fisheye lenses, significantly enhancing [11] visual low-light positioning and obstacle sensing capabilities.

The new Night Scene mode offers full-color night vision. Matrice 4TD additionally provides IR-Cut Filter feature for black-and-white night vision and 24/7 operations, as well as a new NIR auxiliary light that can cover distances up to 100 m. [10]

Matrice 4TD's infrared thermal camera supports the UHR Infrared Image mode with image resolutions up to 1280 × 1024 and a High-Res mode for detailed temperature readings.

Clear Vision and Stable Images

Matrice 4D Series drones are equipped with medium tele and tele cameras with foreground stabilization. The medium tele camera is effective for medium-range inspections, detecting pins and cracks from 10 meters, and clearly reading instrument data at substations. [16]

The 48 MP tele camera captures details, like signs, from up to 250 m away. [17] When using Matrice 4TD's tele camera as the aircraft is hovering in a windless environment, the gimbal can tilt upwards by 80 degrees, making bridge underside defects clearly visible.

Upgraded stabilization keeps foreground subjects clear during telephoto shots at 10x zoom or higher.

High-Precision Surveying

Matrice 4D Series drones excel in high-precision mapping, offering a new 5-direction oblique photography function, 3-direction orthophoto photography, [5][18], and real-time terrain following to meet various mapping requirements.
DJI FlightHub 2 has been upgraded for Matrice 4D/4TD operations. This upgrade introduces a range of flight route planning options, including Smart 3D Capture routes [5], geometric routes, and slope routes, enhancing efficiency while ensuring detailed modeling.

Seamless Airborne Relay for Mountainous Terrains

Matrice 4D Series can operate with the DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise remote controller for standalone use while featuring an innovative onboard relay function. With this setup, one drone can fly high as a relay, allowing another drone to operate at a greater distance. The relay drone automatically faces the operating drone, [5] ensuring smooth video transmission without a 4G signal or in obstructed conditions. [19] This capability significantly extends the transmission range, making it ideal for SAR tasks and inspections in mountainous areas.

FlightHub 2 - DJI FlightHub 2 Intelligent Features

When paired with DJI FlightHub 2, Dock 3 greatly enhances the intelligence and efficiency of remote operations.

Automated Routes

The new automated flight route is useful across various scenarios, including public safety and inspections. Once a flight route is established, the drone can automatically detect and capture images or videos of subjects like vehicles and vessels and infrared temperature anomalies, and send notifications to the operators.

Intelligent Change Detection

The new intelligent change detection feature enables efficient periodical analysis of changes in an area, assisting operators in environmental protection, natural disaster relief and crack detection for more effective and informed decision making.

Smart Track

Operators can utilize the powerful auto-zoom capabilities of the Matrice 4D Series to quickly track a subject, such as a vehicle or a vessel for efficient follow-up review.

Virtual Cockpit

The Virtual Cockpit remote control interface has been significantly enhanced with the introduction of the new Mouselook feature. This enhancement allows the drone to adjusts its attitude and gimbal orientation automatically, enabling rapid and precise centering of the frame, thus achieving "point and see."

Efficient Operation

Open and Fly

Take off quickly and arrive at the emergency site to improve situational awareness. After enabling optimal route planning, use FlyTo Tasks to reach a designated point 1 km away and at 100m height within 100 seconds. [12]

Low-Latency Live View

Engine upgrade significantly reduces [11] live view latency on FlightHub 2, providing reliable support for real-time decision-making.

Transmit While Flying

In emergency scenarios, real-time data transmission and rapid modeling can be achieved during flight. Data transfer can be completed immediately upon landing, [20]and a rough model can be quickly generated via the cloud, significantly enhancing efficiency.

Security - Security Compliance

FlightHub 2 Custom Permission Management

FlightHub 2 has upgraded its permission management, allowing users to configure management permissions according to actual needs.

FightHub 2 Achieves ISO 27001 Certification

FlightHub 2 uploads, stores and manages data on Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud servers, which are also ISO/IEC 27001 certified, ensuring secure and compliant data processing.

4G Dongle Private Deployment

With DJI Cellular Dongle 2 [21], the aircraft can connect to 4G networks. In complex operational environments, the 4G network works in tandem with O4+ video transmission system to ensure a stable transmission and enhance flight safety. 4G enhanced video transmission service can be privately deployed and used in conjunction with the FlightHub 2 on-premises version to further enhance the stability and security of data transmission.

Open Ecosystem, Breaking Boundaries

Accessories - Comprehensive Accessory Upgrades [23]

* All data on this page was collected using a production model DJI Dock 3 and DJI Matrice 4D/4TD in a controlled environment. Actual results may vary depending on the environment, usage, and firmware version.

** All videos and photos on this page were taken in strict compliance with local laws and regulations. Demos are for reference only. Please observe local laws and regulations and ensure that the aircraft has obtained relevant certifications before flying.

*** DJI Matrice 4D/4TD must be activated via the DJI Pilot 2 app or the DJI Enterprise app before use.

**** To ensure that the equipment operates steadily and continuously, please perform regular maintenance.

1. Measured when using a new battery with at least 95% battery at takeoff and at least 15% battery at landing. The data is for reference only. Always pay attention to reminders in FlightHub 2 or the DJI Pilot 2 app during flight.

2. DJI Dock 3 is IP56 rated, and the DJI Matrice 4D/4TD is IP55 rated. Both were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, with the dock's distribution cabinet door closed and screws tightened. The IP rating is not permanently effective and may decrease due to product wear and tear.

3. Requires using with Android phones for deployment and commissioning.

4. Sold separately.

5. Need to upgrade to the latest firmware.

6. Vehicle mounting must comply with local regulations. Pay attention to road safety and height restrictions while driving.

7. D represents the measurement distance.

8. Only available with Matrice 4TD. DO NOT expose the infrared camera lenses to strong sources of energy such as the sun, lava, or a laser beam. Otherwise, the camera sensor may be burned leading to permanent damage.

9. Only available with Matrice 4TD. The NIR auxiliary light is suitable for the lighting needs of the tele camera.

10. Measured with the drone hovering 100 meters above the ground and the tele camera effectively capturing images.

11. Compared with DJI Dock 2's Matrice 3D/3TD.

12. Measured at an ambient temperature of approx. 25° C (77° F), with a safe battery level of 15%, in a windless environment, and a round-trip speed of approx. 15 m/s. This value is for reference only, and the actual operation data may vary.

13. Measured in a controlled test environment. Specific test conditions are as follows: flying forward at a constant speed of 12 m/s in a windless laboratory environment at 20 meters above sea level, in photo mode (without photo-taking operation during flight), with Obstacle Avoidance Action set to Off, and from 100% battery level until 0%. Results may vary depending on the environment, actual use, and firmware version.

14. Measured with the DJI Matrice 4D series drones hovering in a windless environment at 20 meters above sea level and from 100% battery level until 0%. Results may vary depending on the environment, actual use, and firmware version.

15. Official repair will be provided free of charge if a collision occurs due to obstacle avoidance failure, resulting in damage to the drone or the Obstacle Sensing Module, provided that the following conditions are met: the Obstacle Sensing Module is installed, the drone is flying automatically along a preset route, all equipment is operating normally, GNSS signal is strong, weather conditions are favorable, and both millimeter-wave radar and LiDAR are functioning properly. Please note that free repair is not provided in the following scenarios:
(1) Presence of fast-moving objects around the flight route (e.g., operating wind turbines, moving tower cranes, birds in flight, etc.);
(2) Special weather conditions such as rain, snow, fog, or dust;
(3) Radar cannot be certified and activated in certain countries and regions due to national policy restrictions. For details, please consult your local dealer;
(4) The Obstacle Sensing Module is out of warranty.

16. Measured under standard lighting conditions from a horizontal position 10 meters away from the subject, with a direct line of sight.

17. Captured with the tele camera directly facing the object.

18. The current functionality is insufficient to meet the needs of urban area mapping. Future updates will continue to optimize flight routes and mapping solutions for urban areas.

19. There should be no obstructions between the remote controller and the relay aircraft, and between the relay aircraft and the operational aircraft. Strong electromagnetic interference may affect the video transmission distance.

20. In an outdoor, open environment, without interference, and with FCC compliance, the drone can typically complete the transmission of footage to the dock when the distance between the drone and the dock is within 1 kilometer. The speed of transmission from the dock to the cloud depends on the user's network conditions.

21. Sold separately. This service is not available in some countries and regions. Please consult your local dealer for details.

22. Please consult your dealer first to ensure that the payload is compatible with DJI FlightHub 2.

23. Certain accessories are sold separately. Installing certain accessories may affect the obstacle avoidance safety performance of the aircraft. Please follow the instructions for use.

24. Due to national policy restrictions on radar certification, this feature is not supported in certain countries and regions. For more details, please consult your local dealer.

25. This is the result at a distance of one hundred meters from the subject, for reference only.

26. When installing onto the aircraft, tighten the screws and ensure proper sealing of the interface. When using with DJI Dock, please use the included hex key to tighten the screws again.

27. This data was measured in an experimental environment with an ambient temperature of 25° C (77° F) and is for reference only. Actual conditions may vary slightly due to differences in software versions, audio sources, specific environments, and other factors. The final effect is subject to actual use.

28. The current text-to-speech function only supports English and Mandarin Chinese.

29. DJI Care Enterprise service may vary by country/region. For details, please consult your local dealer; Unlimited Number of Free Repairs: Get free repairs within the coverage scope and amount; Shared Coverage: DJI Enterprise products that activate and bind DJI Care Enterprise Plus within the same period (30 calendar days) can share coverage limits; Free Shipping: Available in regions covered by DJI Care Enterprise. Users are responsible for additional costs including logistics and customs duties incurred beyond the scope of coverage; Official Extended Warranty Coverage: Includes the aircraft body, gimbal camera, remote controller, and charging hub.

30. The functionalities of building-side deployment and communication tower deployment rely on the service area of the satellite positioning system, currently only supporting most regions in the Asia Pacific, as detailed in the Installation and Setup Manual. The specific applicability should be determined based on the results displayed on the DJI Pilot 2 app during dock site evaluation. During communication tower deployment, the dynamic power variation of communication base stations may cause signal interference, potentially affecting drone takeoff in rare cases. If such issues occur, please try restarting the aircraft and reissuing the flight task.